By Marie Y. Lemelle Contributing Writer As the election draws near, and we stand mere hours away from knowing our next president, the atmosphere is […]
Category: Opinion
Independent Leimert Park storeowners fear displacement
Sika Dwimfo is a Leimert Park business owner who died in June. Since his death, his daughter has been served an eviction notice from the store he operated for 32 years. Many other Leimert Park business owners fear being displaced from their units.
THE HUTCHINSON REPORT: Other countries have no problem with women leaders
Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo was elected Mexico’s first woman president in June, joining several other countries that have elected women leaders over the years. Columnist Earl Ofari Hutchinson wonders how long it will be before the United States elects a woman leader.
STREET BEAT: ‘Do you believe the election results will be fair?’
Cathy Richards Marina del Rey “No. We got a million signatures to get Newsom out. The next election he quietly came back in. … After […]
ON THE MONEY: Caution, prudence are key to successful investment planning
If one can live with the worst case, it’s easy to enjoy the reality of something between that and the best case.
STREET BEAT: ‘Why are you voting this year?’
Roy George Los Feliz “It’s a privilege. Some countries have a democracy, but don’t practice it. This is a blessing for us. It’s powerful for […]
THE HUTCHINSON REPORT: Is the U.S. finally ready for a woman president?
Vice President Kamala Harris could answer the question will a woman ever be elected president in the United States on Nov. 5. Columnist Earl Ofari Hutchinson said the answer will be determined along party lines.
Overcoming hate: Let’s stop just talking about it
A ‘Stop The Hate’ mural unveiled at MacArthur Park Elementary School on Oct. 19 is a ‘powerful testament to our community’s unity, creativity and shared values,’ organizers said.
Photo by Laetitia Rumford
STREET BEAT: ‘Are you motivated to vote this year?’
Shawn LaVoy Los Angeles “Not really. These aren’t the two candidates I would’ve chosen, but this is what we got. Al Sekhon Inglewood “Honestly, I’m […]
Balancing politics and friendship in an election year
My friendships aren’t just built on politics — they’re built on shared experiences, history and trust.