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History has taught us that when you have a serious problem, you do not have time to play around. In this period of struggle for children in public schools, it is clear that there is a problem! Parents are concerned and looking for... more

There are two common myths surrounding the relationship between Malcolm X and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Too often, many people say that the two prophets were of opposite positions. However, the truth is that both men were... more

Far too often, public figures benefit from choices and opportunities made available by the labors and resources of common people in society. However, when it comes to making the same choices and opportunities available to everyone... more

In 2020 there are many people across America ready to attack one another because of the difference in their race and or ethnicity. Particularly, it's the young that is the most confused by what they see and hear from their elders. In reality... more

For decades African Americans and others have either heard of or passively celebrated ?Black History Month?. However, it seems that not many people understand how and why the United States Government decided to make it a... more

When we speak of an aim in general, the focus is on time-phased and measurable outcomes. However, a more important consideration in the teaching of at-risk children is how intentional are the methods of reaching them in the... more

One major barrier to learning for many children in public schools across America, more directly in Nashville is called a ?LEARNING DISABILITY?. For most parents who love their children, but are simply not aware of this obstacle, it is little... more

Thanks to all of our loyal listeners! If you have been following us then you know that TALK-STRAIGHT has a basic format: Host Generated Topics - Opening Monologue – Question/Answer. Well again - tonight we suspend with the... more

As parents we all know that the Tennessee State Department of Education exists, however many have questions about its function and how it relates to the quality of life for them and their children. Furthermore, rarely do parents have the... more

When it comes to societal expectations for youth, too often the assumption is that they will automatically fall in line. The problem with that idea is that young people need parents and teachers to provide the guidance and support. The best place... more

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