Update: Attack on Jussie Smollett- What is the bigger picture?
Crystal AllenStaff Writer On Jan. 29th, actor and performer Jussie Smollett was allegedly attacked returning from a Subway at around 2 a.m. As he crossed an intersection, he heard, “Empire” followed by a series of racial and homophobic slurs. Then the reported attack began by two white men, resulting in bruising on his face, ribs and clavicle, with bleach found on his clothing and a … Continue reading Update: Attack on Jussie Smollett- What is the bigger picture?
UNCG Defeats Western Carolina 79-76
Brayden Stamps Staff Writer The Greensboro Coliseum was packed, and the G-Force was rocking on Thursday night, as UNCG defeated Western Carolina 79-76 in an overtime thriller. Both teams were able to overcome some early shooting woes and converted time and time again in the clutch, but it was UNCG and Francis Alonso who had the last laugh, sinking a three with five seconds … Continue reading UNCG Defeats Western Carolina 79-76
A Letter to the Editor About Socialism
Dear Editor, It is about time that the American people were educated and informed about what true “Socialism” is and is not. The fact is that in true Socialism, “the means of production” are owned and controlled by all of the people. In other words, in true Socialism all of the workplaces and businesses are owned, controlled, and run by all of the people for … Continue reading A Letter to the Editor About Socialism
Green New Deal Outline Proposes Goals for Extensive Climate Policy Reform
Hannah AstinStaff Writer Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y., and Sen. Ed Markey, D-Mass., introduced a new package to combat climate change. Their “Green New Deal” would ideally restructure the United States Economy, and eliminate all U.S. carbon emissions by 2030—a large undertaking, climate experts say. “Where we need to be targeting really is a net-zero carbon economy by about 2050, which itself is an enormous challenge … Continue reading Green New Deal Outline Proposes Goals for Extensive Climate Policy Reform
First U.S. Supervised Injection Site to be Sued by U.S. Prosecutors
Tyra HilliardStaff Writer After spending months building a case, federal prosecutors in Philadelphia have jump started a legal battle against the nonprofit organization, “Safehouse,” which aims to provide the nation’s first supervised injection site for those who have an opioid addiction. The Department of Justice in Washington has also joined the civil lawsuit. Safehouse officials maintain that this innovative medical facility can save lives. However, … Continue reading First U.S. Supervised Injection Site to be Sued by U.S. Prosecutors
Man Found in Closet of UNCG Student
Shayna PraceStaff Writer A student at The University of North Carolina at Greensboro (UNCG) made national news after she came home to find a man in her closet. For several weeks, she had been noticing that her clothes had gone missing. Eventually, she discovered that the disappearing wardrobe was due to Andrew Clyde Swofford, 30, who was found wearing her clothes and shoes. Between missing … Continue reading Man Found in Closet of UNCG Student
African Americans and the 2nd Amendment: The Need for Black Armed Self-Defense
Quashon AventStaff Writer I have been, and always will be, a supporter of the right to bear arms. I believe that everyone, regardless of race, religion or ethnicity, should be able to defend themselves from any untoward threats. This is particularly true for African-Americans, as we have been victims of unprovoked violence for centuries. Lynchings, rapes, bombings and mass shootings were, and still are, common … Continue reading African Americans and the 2nd Amendment: The Need for Black Armed Self-Defense
Duke Energy Called to Use More Clean Energy
Luciano Gonzalez Staff Writer Corrections: “… the company’s past includes a deadly coal ash spill …” – The spill was not deadly, and this has since been deleted “… contributed to countless individuals consuming coal ash …” – No individuals were recorded consuming coal ash “These toxins can do damage themselves directly to the body as well as increase the risk in those who are exposed to them of … Continue reading Duke Energy Called to Use More Clean Energy
Celebrating Black Musicians From North Carolina
Emily HicksStaff Writer This Black History Month, take some time to step back into the past and appreciate the incredible amount of talented black musicians that were born in our very own state of North Carolina. From jazz to folk to rap, North Carolina artists truly cover it all. Born in 1933 in Tryon, North Carolina, Nina Simone was destined to do great things in … Continue reading Celebrating Black Musicians From North Carolina
Step Dance Group, Step Afrika!, Performs at UNCG.
Ashley AllenStaff Writer On Wednesday, Feb. 13, the EUC here at UNCG came alive with music and dance through the incredible dance group, Step Afrika! Step Afrika! is a non-profit dance organization founded in 1994 dedicated to sharing the African-American tradition of “stepping.” The dance group tours internationally and hosts an annual workshop for people to learn how to step. Step Afrika! performed a riveting … Continue reading Step Dance Group, Step Afrika!, Performs at UNCG.
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