The Case to Define Fair Housing
Comedian and midday co-host of The Michael Baisden Show, George Willborn, is in the midst of a fair housing predicament. Willborn and his family were seeking housing, felt they had found it, and moved accordingly. However, at the last instance; the sellers of the home would not sign the purchase contract. Why? It seems the color of Willborn’s skin was the motivating factor. Continue Reading >>
SC Representative Anton Gunn to Address Green Jobs
Green jobs will come to South Carolina. The question is how will the state prepare job seekers for the education required to maintain them? That is the question JOBA will pose to Anton Gunn during a ‘Telephone Town Hall Meeting’ on March 30th at 8pm. He will discuss his green jobs bill emphasizing building green jobs and preserving SC’s natural environment via a micro loan program.
How the Democrats Rallied for Healthcare Reform
Health care reform is finally a reality! The Democrats achieved the necessary 216+ votes to move forward late Sunday night. Among major criticism from the right, more American families can now receive healthcare! How did the Democrats do it? Many phone calls and several ‘deals‘ from/to President Obama. Also, a little legislative maneuver called reconciliation.
Factoring A Successful Tea Party
The historical Boston Tea Party centered around the colonists’ resistance movement against Britain’s Tea Act of 1773. A similar movement is underway across conservative America today. But, with a premise more in direct contrast to its spiritual predecessor. There were two key factors that made for a successful tea party in 1773. Are these factors still relevant in 2010? | Continue Reading >>
Jobs Bill Primed for Release
A proposed jobs bill is very close to being disclosed by the Democratic leaders in DC. Local state representatives are beginning to tailor the new bill to their constituents needs. Here in South Carolina, a Back to Work Rebate Act is already set to hit the ground. Now would be a good time to ramp up your search for employment.