It is impossible to mention medicine and health care from an African American perspective here in Minnesota without mentioning Dr. Thomas Johnson. He had established clinics starting in South Minneapolis in 1957. He stayed there until 1966, and because 80 percent of his clientele came from North Minneapolis, he moved to the corner of Plymouth and Queen Avenues North in 1966. He … [Read more...]
A Black perspective on Cuba
Most people in the U.S. have not studied Cuba in any depth and what little information they have received has been been from the White corporate press and the hostile U.S. government, which created and fosters the false image of Cuba as a ruthless dictatorship under the control of communists and and the Castro brothers. It should be noted that when Nelson Mandela was freed, … [Read more...]
All of society benefits from thriving communities
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. had the uncommon ability to articulate a vision, and then follow his words with action. Have you ever stopped to think about the community where you live and how that in itself impacts your life? What is your vision to improve your community, and are there actions you can take to make a difference? Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. believed in the power of … [Read more...]
‘The heart of South Minneapolis’ upholds Kings belief in community
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s vision of community is as relevant today as it was in 1963. Sabathani Community Center was founded in 1966 by members of the community, who wanted to work together to provide structured activities and recreational outlets for neighborhood youth. Today, nearly 50 years later, Sabathani Community Center is a multi-purpose social services agency known … [Read more...]
Staying true to our ideals means a brighter future for Minnesotans
“Either we go up together, or we go down together,” Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. told civil rights activists during his 1968 “Mountaintop” speech. Leading the charge for fair treatment of Memphis’ garbage collectors, Dr. King’s final remarks on the night before he was assassinated were rooted in his fervent belief in the power of community. He told us that we are called to be … [Read more...]