Author Archives: Diane Bukowski

Raphael Adley reads his poem on the steps of the Benton Harbor city hall May 26, 2012. By Raphael Adley   Whirlpool, what a Wac company Whirlpool, it’s a natural catastrophe Whirlpool, it drags you under the sea what they do … Continue reading →

By Diane Bukowski May 30, 2012 BENTON HARBOR – The stark contrast between the rich white corporate elite who showed up for the Senior PGA tournament in Benton Harbor, and the poor Black community they have largely displaced, was stunningly … Continue reading →

By Joshunda Sanders May 29, 2012 Mainstream media often portray African-American youths, especially black men and boys, as criminals, crime victims and predators. These stereotypes, according to social justice advocates, can create a racially charged atmosphere that results in violence … Continue reading →

  PD-05.03.118 (D) reads (in part): “Mail shall not be prohibited solely because its content is religious, philosophical, political, social, sexual, unpopular, or repugnant.” MDOC – PD-05.03.118 of 09-14-2009 – Prisoner Mail. For all Michigan prison contact phones, click on … Continue reading →

Ethics Board, Corporation Counsel have enhanced powers under revised City Charter By Diane Bukowski March 25, 2012  DETROIT – In the wake of revelations that City of Detroit Corporation Counsel Krystal Crittendon advised Mayor Dave Bing and the City Council … Continue reading →

By Kathy Matheson Bloomberg News                                                                                                                              May 23, 2012 PHILADELPHIA — Thousands of demonstrators statewide took to the streets Wednesday to protest education cuts they say have decimated school districts across Pennsylvania, and they called for lawmakers to reject further reductions … Continue reading →

Critics warn military industrial complex pushing US “willy-nilly toward an era of aerial surveillance” Steve Watson Infowars.com February 8, 2012 A bill passed in by Congress this week paves the way for the use of surveillance drones in US skies. … Continue reading →

  By Greg Thrasher                                                                                                VOD Washington Bureau  May 24, 2012 WASHINGTON, D.C. — Our country spends billions of dollars on the purchase of weapons and hi tech security devices under the premise of national defense and the protection and safety of … Continue reading →

  The UIN IPTV and streaming movie Network is handling the live worldwide Pay Per View broadcast of the Detroit Harmonie Park electronic music festival. It will be held this Memorial Day weekend, Friday the 25th to Monday the 28th. … Continue reading →

 Corporation Counsel Krystal Crittendon, City Council members in stand-off with State Treasurer Andy Dillon Protesters pack Cadillac Place May 17, rally in lobby as appeals hearing on PA4 referendum takes place   By Diane Bukowski  May 22, 2012  DETROIT – City … Continue reading →