Thoughts on Stimulus Package

Thoughts on Stimulus Package

I don't know everything about what the Stimulus package needs to contain, but I do know two things in particular.  Infrastructure, our roads, highways and bridges are falling apart!  If states have projects that are ready to go and all they need is funding and to hire the people to get th

Should the stimulus package focus on rebuilding infrastructure...

Should the stimulus package focus on rebuilding infrastructure...

Should the stimulus package focus on rebuilding infrastructure, green jobs, or putting money directly in the pockets of consumers?

Who should the government bailout? It's time for you to speak out!

Who should the government bailout? It's time for you to speak out!

Who should the government bailout? It's time for you to speak out!

Do you feel that climate change has more of a negative effect on low-income communities and communities of color than other comm

Do you feel that climate change has more of a negative effect on low-income communities and communities of color than other communities?

Share your thoughts...

Are African Americans engaged enough in the climate change debate?

Are African Americans engaged enough in the climate change debate?

What are you thoughts?

What are some positive things happening in your community?

What are some positive things happening in your community?

Where are the paths from hope to change being created in your community?

Share with the covenant some examples of how "just and fair inclusion" is taking place in your community?

Giving Thanks for Our "Covenant" Children

Giving Thanks for Our "Covenant" Children

This past Thursday millions of Americans paused to give thanks for the multitude of blessings in our lives.  As we gathered around our dinner tables amidst the turkey, stuffing, and sweet potato pie, I hope that we did not forget that the annual ritual of appreciation is about more than a feast or the harvest, or even simply reconnecting with family.  From the earliest recorded Thanksgiving celebrations in 1619 in Jamestown, Virginia and in 1621 in Plymouth, Massachusetts, Thanksgiving has always been about the fut

Putting Families First: A Non-Partisan Responsibility

Putting Families First: A Non-Partisan Responsibility

It is curious, but not surprising, that the leading Republican contenders for President have declined the invitation to participate in the All-American Republican Presidential Forum - a debate designed to address concerns of particular interest to the African-American community.

Two Years Later, It's Still Two Cities

Two Years Later, It's Still Two Cities

Two years after Hurricane Katrina, New Orleans is coming back, but not for all. To fulfill America's promise, the federal government must do more to help Katrina's most vulnerable victims.

It's true the French Quarter is back. The unemployment rate is down. Student test scores are rebounding. Progress is blossoming all over.

The people of New Orleans have banded together - in some ways, coming farther, faster than many Americans thought possible.

The Ongoing Fight for Educational Opportunity

The Ongoing Fight for Educational Opportunity

The Education Covenant calls for the establishment of a system where all children have the opportunity to achieve to their full potential.This June, the U.S.

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