Annually, National Hispanic Heritage Month is observed in America from September 15 to October 15, during which we celebrate the histories, cultures and contributions of the Hispanic community both here in America and abroad. What began as Hispanic Heritage Week under the Johnson administration, has expanded into a month of celebration that coincides with the […]
Imagine an organization so widespread that it has a chapter in every state, or a community so like-minded they stand 10 million strong. That is the reality for Moms Demand Action — a “grassroots movement of Americans fighting for public safety measures that can protect people from gun violence,” which has gained traction across the […]
On Friday, June 24, the United States Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade — the 1973 landmark decision which guaranteed federal constitutional protections of abortion rights — in a 5-4 vote. An unprecedented decision made in the wake of rising tensions following a leaked draft opinion on May 2, stating that the SCOTUS had voted […]
February — which it is worth noting, is the shortest month of the year — is Black History Month in America, and traditionally when you’ll see Black-owned restaurant roundups like this one (written by a white food journalist, no less). But you’d be a fool to give short shrift to any of these terrific places, […]
