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cine and healthcare, may be adversely impacted by the decision to overturn Roe v. Wade.

From page A-1 the rights of all women are continued.

Did this rabid extremism transform an impressionable Payton Gendron into someone oblivious to humanity, who demonized skin color or culture; Someone who wantonly dispersed untold trauma into many family genealogies without thought -- so as to blindly uphold the sanctity of a “white” culture.

American society is not a mistake -- “We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights…”. These words require a purposeful, intentional pursuit of human fairness - an inclusive, democratic society. Though an admittedly difficult task given America’s incredible diversity, true Americans embrace this

“PPMI has been preparing for this moment since the results of the 2016 election were final. We recently filed a lawsuit to stop the 1931 law from going into effect, and we’ve also asked the state courts to affirm that the Michigan constitution does already contain a right to abortion. Our advocacy arm, Planned Parenthood Advocates of Michigan, is a founding member of the coalition that launched Reproductive Freedom for All, a ballot initiative to affirm the right to abortion and reproductive freedom in the state constitution,” said Vasquez Giroux.

Elected officials are also working to keep Roe v. Wade intact thus holding off Michigan’s 1931 trigger ban. Governor Gretchen Whitmer released a statement saying, in part: “The words ‘Roe overturned’ are no longer theoretical. I want every Michigander to know— no matter what happens in D.C., I’m going to fight like hell to protect access to safe, legal abortion in Michigan…” ideal to establish a more perfect union of peoples. The Great Replacement theory, as well as other ambiguous whistles of racial, cultural and ethnic division, completely contradict this premise, and the American ideal.

For me, the best life is one mapped out by my creator, God. It necessarily entails a diverse, inclusive and unified community. I posit that most Americans seek genuine unity. We now must choose whether we truly believe the slogan placed on our currency because, it will take genuine trust in a supernatural power to achieve this unity in today’s contentious society. This is our call to action.

More than legal implications, overturning Roe v. Wade would impact several systems across the spectrum. With the potential to drive both foster and adoption numbers upward, a ban on abortions could leave many

Last year, I wrote an opinion editorial titled “America’s True Critical Race Theory” in response to the political debate in Florida on this civic controversy. It told of an experience in high school in the 1970’s what the Supreme Court will rule in the upcoming days. Despite the decision, advocates on both sides of the argument are willing to continue their pursuits. when, during a band trip, I and a classmate were ushered out of the home of a host student because of our race. I recalled that the host student seemed to welcome the idea of getting to know my friend and I of a different culture. But his family clearly disagreed. sis be initiated with the assistance of our Attorney General, Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards (MCOLES), Association of Michigan Prosecutors and other stakeholders to collaborate, collect and analyze data strategically.

“What we are really concerned about is the impact on our patients. Access to abortion is already out of reach for far too many Michiganders, especially Black people and people of color who face additional barriers to care as a result of systemic inequalities and institutional racism. Losing access to legal abortion will impact those communities most, forcing people to become parents or expand their families against their will. Being able to decide and control if, when and how to become a parent is central to building and living a healthy, happy life,” said Vasquez Giroux.

Electric Vehicles

From page A-1 resents Detroit’s Third District and leads the city’s Green Task Force, said, “The City of Detroit has been diligent about becoming a greener, cleaner, and more sustainable community. This is a gigantic step that moves us toward my goal of making us the most sustainable, resilient city in the nation.”

Ban no-knock warrants: Urging the House Government Operations Committee to hold hearings on HB 5013 and other legislation that would ban or limit the use of noknock or quick knock warrants, and urging the state legislature to pass meaningful reform and advise Gov. Whitmer to sign the bill after the leg-

“The department is honored and excited to have the opportunity to test out a total EV fleet,” Hutchings said. “These new vehicles give us a chance to help our environment and we believe they will improve the quality of life for our employees.” history instruction: En couraging Gov. Whitmer to ensure the goal for Michigan schools should be history instruction that is presented by professionals with the subject matter expertise, pedagogical skills, and judgment necessary to present complex information to students that are grounded in provable facts and add to the understanding of modern-day America. Increase mental health supports for the Black community: Recommending Michigan set a goal of increasing the number of Black mental health service providers by 20% each year over five years.

Dr. Curtis Ivery

From page A-1 the chancellor embraces.

There will not be any operational changes to the parking enforcement service and the entire staff has been trained to operate the electric vehicles. Hutchings said that his department did a great deal of research to determine the best EV for its operation. He said that some MPD officers drive up to 150 miles per day and a fully charged Bolt has a range of more than 200 miles. He added, however, that officers are instructed to return the vehicles to the charging stations upon a thirty-percent charge to ensure the staff’s safety and efficiency.

“I think of transformational leadership as a thoughtful approach that causes people to change but also causes the systems and circumstances they are operating in to change too,” Ivory said. “Transformational change doesn’t just ask people to do certain things; it asks them to change their view of what’s possible and excites them to drive that change together because they believe that what they’re doing will create positive change for everyone. That’s how entire systems change because

Buyouts

The article struck a chord nationally, and was referenced throughout the country. It is my deep prayer that the cultural, stereotypical and racial biases of families such as our long-ago host family have not persevered over generations to influence the culture wars of today. Sadly, the evidence suggests otherwise.

Ennis Leon Jacobs, Jr., is an attorney based in Tallahassee, Florida, a Chairman emeritus of the Florida Public Service Commission, and former member of the Florida Elections Commission.

Beyond the scope of ductive choice is one of freedom. As Michigan officials work to ensure each woman who finds herself in the position to choose has access to care without the threat of legal action, many wonder people believe that they need to for themselves and others to live better lives.”

The health committee recommends reviewing state licensure policies to address the barriers that Black psychologists face in obtaining licensure in tribution of state health gan communities with a lation receive adequate funds to address mental health issues.

“Overturning Roe v. Wade would be a terrible break with nearly 50 years of judicial precedent and – more importantly – a blow against individual freedom. It is my hope that the majority of justices will reject the findings of this draft. If that is not the case, we need to stand with Senate Majority Leader Schumer and Gov. Whitmer in support of their efforts to preserve the right to reproductive freedom,” said Chair Alisha Bell, on behalf of the Wayne County Commission.

Protecting Black voting rights: Urge state officials to remain vigilant in the fight against schemes to disenfranchise Michiganders of color.

“The transition should be pretty seamless, because the vehicles will recharge overnight and have enough range to get through the next day, without having to stop,” said Hutchings said.

Hutchings added that Kelley Blue Book recognized the Chevrolet Bolt EX as the #1 Best Electric Cars of 2023, boasting an estimated EV range of 259 miles. The conversion from gas-powered cars will save the city on the fleet’s fuel costs. The City of Detroit worked with DTE Energy to improve infrastructure at the charging site and to obtain a rebate that reduced the city’s cost for installing the charging infrastructure.

“Chancellor Ivery is a true transformational leader and an outstanding CEO, who is more than worthy of the CEO of the Year Award he just received, “ said Prof. James C. Mays, who teaches entrepreneurship and supply chain management at WCCCD’s Corporate College. “In his 27 years at WCCCD, Dr. Ivery has elevated WCCCD to become nationally recognized for excellence and innovation and preparing our students professionally and personally to do great things in the world.”

In its two-year quest to cut structural costs to the tune of $2 billion, would GM relocate its World Headquarters, especially since thousands of employees and contractors work remotely, leaving the corporate office almost empty on any given weekday?

“Our headquarters will always be in Detroit, in the Ren Cen,” Barra told the Associated Press in a 2022 interview. “Right now, the plan is for it to be at the Renaissance Center. That’s our home.”

While “for right now” is not as definitive as “always,” Barra admits “she can’t predict what will happen in five, 10 or 15 years.”

“If GM moves its headquarters out of Detroit, it would be a significantly un popular move,” said Manaenkov. “There are lots of high-paying, white-collared jobs there. And while they may not live in Detroit, they pay taxes there. I’m sure the City of Detroit’s administration re alizes that GM moving out would be a big deal, and the city would have to offer some big concessions to keep GM’s world headquarters in Detroit.”

While any talk of GM moving its World Headquarters out of the city is pure conjecture, many who have watched Detroit soar from the 2013 bankruptcy believe that the Motor City’s resilience is indestructible. Last year, Time Maga zine named Detroit one of the “World’s Greatest Places of 2022,” citing the suc cess of investments and development across the city.

“BLAC members have worked hard to identify the needs of the Black community and we feel these recommendations will provide a solid first step towards breaking down barriers in education, community safety, health and business,” said BLAC Co-Chair Dr. Donna L. Bell.

BLAC will hold a virtual town hall meeting to discuss its policy recommendations on Thursday, May 12 at 4 p.m. Join BLAC and a virtual audience in discussing the recommendations to support the Black community.

At the press conference, Hutchings and the Mayor were joined by MPD Parking Enforcement Officer (PEO) Jovun Perry, a native Detroiter who has been employed as a PEO since August 26, 2019. Perry often assists in training new officers and is recognized as “one of the most professional, focused, and detailed officers in the department,” Hutchings said.

“I think it’s important that we are going to use these electric vehicles because it’s better for the environment, and with the improved safety features of a new car, we are better protected,” Perry said.

BLAC is housed in the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity. Members represent many professional backgrounds, including economics, law, public safety, health and wellness, arts and culture and media. They leverage their experiences and expertise to make recommendations to the governor on critical issues affecting the Black community.

To learn more about BLAC and this upcoming event, visit www.michigan.gov/BLAC.

“As a Detroiter, this means the world to me,” Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist II said in a statement. “Gov. Whitmer and I are proud of the strong partnership we have forged with Detroiters. We are committed to continuing our work to put Detroit not only on the list of greatest places, but at the very top.”

And as GM evolves deeper into the EV era, the giant automaker has no plans to leave Detroiters behind.

“Detroit will continue to be at the center of GM’s work as we pursue an all-electric future and aim to bring everyone along, investing in the residents, the economy, and the future of this city,” said Barra.

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