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Lena Taylor
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The Politics of Equal Protection Under the Law
Legislatively Speaking There have been a number of notable stories in the media lately, which force us to tell the truth about the inequities in the application of the law.…
When Your Backyard is Their Backyard Too
Legislatively Speaking Over the last week, I have met with business and community stakeholders regarding the potential placement of a Juvenile Correctional Facility on the far northwest side of Milwaukee.…
I Can’t Breathe: Systemic Racism Is Killing Us
Legislatively Speaking In 2014, Eric Garner struggled to utter the words “I can’t breathe”, as a New York police officer held him in a chokehold. Accused of selling loose cigarettes,…
Student Loan Debt Relief is a Game Changer
Legislatively Speaking Ramen noodles, work study, food stamps, and the kindness of friends is what got a lot of students through college. If you were a first generation student, things…
Perception Doesn’t Equal Reality
Legislatively Speaking Biden Administration Racking Up Wins for Americans If you watch local news, listen to a national political pundit, or ask any number of lay people, the U.S. government…
Mock Chicken Legs: Don’t Take Them For Granted
Legislatively Speaking Recently, while preparing for my day, I was listening to local talk radio. The host was enthralled in a lofty debate with listeners and it was getting heated.…
A Spoiled Ballot: Yes, It’s A Thing!
Legislatively Speaking Did you vote early this election? Any chance you requested an absentee ballot? Feeling pretty good that you completed your ballot, got your prerequisite witness signature and dropped…
The Cost of Gas: Who’s to Blame, What to Do?
Legislatively Speaking There’s likely no place in the nation that hasn’t felt the pain at the pump. Okay, maybe not Electric Vehicle owners, but that’s another column. For the millions…
By Any Means Necessary: The Work to Protect Reproductive Rights
Legislatively Speaking Congress needs to codify the right to abortion into law. Period. In the meantime, I join those that are looking for alternative options to protect the reproductive rights…
Go Directly To Jail, Do Not Pass Go
Legislatively Speaking The game of Monopoly is based partly on chance and partly on skill. A Community Chest card could enrich your wallet and landing on a well bank-rolled property…