“Lansing sucks.” I have heard that for years about the Lansing area and I believed it. People would talk about how there is nothing to do. I began to realize that I just was not looking in the right places. Within the last few years there has been a surge of various forms of entertainment. I know, I know, we are a long way from being a great Mecca such as Los Angeles, New York City or Atlanta but I am one that definitely appreciates what Lansing has to offer for little cost. The beauty of being in a small city with big city attributes is cheaper cost of living, ease of travel, convenience and opportunity.

Neighbors

Sick

House by Melik

Her

Flap over new Illinois Senator reminder of Reconstruction debate

A curious case of white security officers, an African American woman and a reporter ordered to leave with evidence

Towering Obstacles in Prosecuting the Oscar Grant Killing

When Teen Murderers Go Home

Mumbai Terror Attacks … Fateful days that shall Change India forever!

Not Black President Obama, Just President Obama

President-elect Barack Obama never made race an issue in his presidential bid. Perhaps that's why he earned the endorsements of the likes of Colin Powell and Hollywood celebrities, and won over the media, writes NAM contributor Earl Ofari Hutchinson.

   Although I was a Republican State Representative I have decided to become a member of the Democratic Party.  My journey to change my political party was interesting and full of challenges as I grew to question my original positions.  I was brought up in a solid West Michigan Republican household. Over time I was drawn to Republican Congressman Jack Kemp's  focus on ensuring that economic growth includes groups who had previously been left behind.

On November 26, 2006 at a press conference in Los Angeles guess who said this: "We will challenge and urge all artists and comics to stop using this (n) word. What other group is subjected to such a degrading terminology?"

Democrats Rush to Dump Felon Voting Bans

Who Asked Us? Incarcerated Young People on the Drop Out Crisis

As I begin this article, I think it is safe to begin with the famous quote from A Tale of Two Cities, We live in a day and time when we are experiencing,” ... best of times and the worst of times.”

An Open Letter to the Right Wing Pundits:
The Hypocrisy of the Right on Wright

THE RICHARDSON REPORT: CAN THE GOP WIN THE PRESIDENCY WITHOUT PLAYING THE RACE CARD?

Why is America Still in Iraq?  The Answer is Pride

 

OLIVER TOWERS: A TALE OF TWO PROPOSALS

Michigan’s Vote: Democrats Should Stand for Enfranchisement

Barack in the Bible

(The Name Game)

As I See It...The Opinion Column for you.

The views expressed  herein do not necessarily represent the opinions of The New Citizens Press. 

'The Great Debaters': Why Wasn't History Good Enough?

Understanding Boundaries and Sexual Harassment

 Sitting at an ice-skating rink, counselor and mother Tafeni English realizes it's time to talk about sexual harassment with her young daughter.

I Miss My Ex-Laws at Xmas

Update: SHOPPING WHILE BLACK: When Your Own Do You Wrong ... Black on Black Racial Profiling

Don't Waste Your Time - Use it Wisely

Dont Waste Time- Use It Wisely

 The Untold Tale

A TALE/TAIL OF THREE (3) SCHOOLS

Breast Cancer Wallflower

Children are full of questions, but clearly, we adults have a long way to go in our discussions about sexual orientation and prejudice. This month's parenting column explores how to start and expand such discussions.

Who Asked Us? The History of My G.P.A. (Gradual Pursuit of Academics)

As a new school year approaches, parenting columnist Dana Williams reflects upon the recent Supreme Court ruling limiting school integration policies and why now, more than ever, parents must emphasize tolerance as a core value for children.

      In her attempts to lose weight for her upcoming wedding, columnist Dana Williams realizes she isn't sending the best messages to her young son.
 

Your Claim for Benefits Has Been Denied...

Acting 'White'

What should parents of color do when their children express concerns about 'acting white'? Columnist Dana Williams shares her story.

WHAT DO YOU SAY AFTER “HELLO”?

      This is a most unfortunate saying that I have resented since my decision to enter the teaching profession.  As years go by, my first students have become the parents of my new students.  I have taught a school of classes.

MDOC Fires Correction Officers

MISFIRING ON 'WHY I HATE BLACKS'

As summer break approaches, parenting columnist Dana Williams explains that efforts to teach tolerance must go beyond the school year – and beyond the classroom.
 

THE PROBLEM ISN’T DON IMUS
           

WHY IMUS WON'T BE FIRED, DESPITE RACIAL COMMENTS

INDICTING NEW YORK COPS IS ONE THING, CONVICTING THEM IS ANOTHER

The thought of a person victimized by a domestic abuser is stressful enough. However, to see the aftermath of women, children and sometimes men abused everyday while at work is alarming.

A teenager recounts an incident where her clique cruelly and intentionally isolated a classmate who did not fit in.

The views expressed  herein do not necessarily represent the opinions of The New Citizens Press.Vote for Democracy!

There was an article published in the September 6-13, 2006 edition of this paper entitled, "THE OPINION COLUMN FOR YOU.  CAN CHRISTIANS GO OUT AND HAVE A GOOD TIME?"

Roberto Botello’s article, “Poet Sanchez to be missed” (PWW 8-19-25), brought fond memories for his legion of fans, friends and family.

As the campaign to unseat our current Mayor of Lansing continues to grow in visibility, it would be prudent for all of the elected and appointed officials in Lansing city government to take notice.

Some people are saying that we should give Lansing’s Mayor a chance. I guess for them six months isn’t enough, even though many jobs have a six-month probationary period.  Why then should it be any different for the Mayor?

The  Board of Water and Light raised electric and water rates 2001-2003 and 2005. Water rates just increased 6.5% on July 1. Now the board is proposing a 1.5% increase for electric rates in September in order to generate an additional $1.5 million in revenues. Why so many increases?

Dear TNCP,

I’m on both sides of the fence with customer service. I’ve been on the receiving end of bad service and I’ve been accused of giving bad service.

Rev. Nathan A. Dixon, Trinity African Methodist Episcopal Church responds to an article in the City Pulse newspaper (www.lansingcitypulse.com) entitled “From the pulpit to the polls” by Kyle Melinn.

This is a most unfortunate saying that I have resented since my decision to enter the teaching profession. As years go by, my first students have become the parents of my new students. I have taught a school of classes. My practice has become polished with experience and lessons hard learned. I am not just a teacher anymore but a true educator. I take pride in my profession and see it as not a career but a true spiritual calling. This calling is not for everyone. Let me digress, I realize that I have loss some of the resentment for that first statement. I find discontentment and displeasure with others who share my title and claim to be peers and colleagues.

'CRASH' IS THE BEST PICTURE BECAUSE IT FORCED BLACKS AND WHITES TO CONFRONT THEIR STEREOTYPES

A Star Is Born

EMMETT TILL: Why the Case Still Matters

Amateurs

By Wendy Weiss

PAPAL CHOICE SENDS WRONG MESSAGE TO THIRD WORLD

PAPAL CHOICE SENDS WRONG MESSAGE TO THIRD WORLD

REMEMBER COCHRAN FOR MORE THAN O.J. SIMPSON

JACKSON THE ACCUSED PEDOPHILE

As the debate on privatization of the Social Security System rages on, I have been forced to consider many factors of where we came from, where we are and where we are going. I first reflect on what people did before the system was instituted as a safety net for those who could not sustain an ongoing method of income to meet basic needs. In those unenlightened days [as some would say], family and community personally were considered the safety net of last resort. In those days, elderly family members who no longer could support themselves was generally taken in by family or sometimes a concerned community member. Before I go too far sounding like a conservative, let's seriously examine this ever-fading phenomenon.

Speaking About Gulf War Experiences

Coming or Going: Goodness Gracious, Grease Balls of Hire

King’s inspiring imperfection