He reflects on achievements in human rights, diversity By Charles Hallman Staff Writer It’s time for someone else to occupy “the corner office” in city hall, says St. Paul Mayor Chris Coleman, who announced last week that he will not seek a fourth term in 2017. Prior to his December 1 announcement, Coleman talked to the MSR in his office at City Hall. “I’ve been … [Read more...]
Artist says hip hop inspired his career
By Ivan B. Phifer Contributing Writer Everyone has a talent that they either are or are not aware of. However, there are few gifted individuals who have the ability to teach themselves certain skills, turn them into a hobby or craft, and transition their craft into a career. Juan Andre Reed, from Cleveland, Ohio, is a self-taught artist and head of Dre One Graphics … [Read more...]
Police/community meeting turns ugly
Law enforcement panel cut short as tensions rise By Ivan B. Phifer Contributing Writer “We are tired of hearing a bunch of lies, and that’s all we are hearing,” said an emotional James Clark, the biological father of 24-year-old Jamar Clark, who died November 15 last year at the hands of Minneapolis police. This was one of many sentiments expressed at the law … [Read more...]
Somali American is not synonymous with terrorist
Farhana Khers, executive director of the group Muslim Advocates, said of U.S. anti-terrorist security measures, “They seem to focus on Muslim communities, which account for only a small fraction of terrorist activities in the U.S.” Yet, they never talk about increased employment opportunities or after-school programs for Whites after a White person commits an act of … [Read more...]
Kevin Hart and Will Ferrell, an unlikely but inspired duo in ‘Get Hard’
Thanks to a flourishing career as a hedge fund manager, James King (Will Ferrell) is living in the lap of luxury in a sprawling, Bel Air mansion. Furthermore, the pampered multimillionaire’s stock seems about to skyrocket, given his promotion to partner and his impending marriage to the boss’ (Craig T. Nelson) daughter, Alissa (Alison Brie). By contrast, working man Darnell … [Read more...]