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WE MUST GET OUT AND VOTE!
About two months ago, I warned against replacing President Biden as the nominee so close to election day. This was not because I thought Biden was the strongest candidate or would make the best president. I shared concerns about his age and the effectiveness of his messaging. However, history shows that presidents generally have stronger…
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The Misperception of Acceptability
Many people are under the impression that because many of us are involved in the democratic process in advocating for people to vote, we are in cahoots with the system. That is the furthest thing from the truth. Those of us who are interested in true change are involved because we care about the future…
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Empowering Birth: The Role of a Doula
In the journey of childbirth, the presence of a doula can be transformative. A doula is a trained professional who provides emotional, physical, and informational support to individuals and families before, during, and after childbirth. Their role is not just about assisting with the technical aspects of labor but also about advocating for the birthing…
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Music for Liberation: Get Free!
Matthew King is an artist I’ve written about before and will probably write about again, as well as his band, TapRoots. King loves hard and it plays out in his music. Not only in his global and intricate grooves, but in the artists he works with and the choices he makes of how to use…
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IT’S WORTH THE WAIT!
In May of this year, I wrote an article that I dedicated to my daughter. It was entitled, “My Daughter, The Mother.” And considering the occurrences that followed, I felt compelled to write this follow-up article. I struggled with where and how to begin, so I’m just going to start.
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Pregnancy is a Family Affair: Community Support in Maternal & Child Health
A community-centered approach to maternal health is more important than ever. Massachusetts continues to experience persistent disparities in maternal morbidity and infant outcomes, with families of color disproportionately affected (MA DPH, 2024). For many expectant mothers, particularly Black, Brown, and immigrant women, culturally grounded support systems play a crucial role in bridging gaps created by…
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