By John Grace Contributing Columnist Imagine this: you’ve worked hard, sold two successful businesses, and netted $5 million after taxes. You’re set, right? With the […]
Category: Opinion News
STREET BEAT: ‘What does this country need more of today?’
Koreatown “Compassion and community helps us to advocate for each other and ourselves. It helps us feel like we belong to something.” Gardena […]
THE HUTCHINSON REPORT: Pope’s death leaves Catholic Church with big shoes to fill
By Earl Ofari Hutchinson Contributing Columnist I came back to the Catholic Church after a 30-plus year lapse a decade ago. I came back to […]
STREET BEAT: ‘How do you feel about the state of the country?’
San Pedro We should be more involved in world affairs. We’ve always been seen as a world leader and other countries still depend on us.” […]
THE HUTCHINSON REPORT: Sweet Alice shines ugly glare on nonprofits and the poor
By Earl Ofari Hutchinson Contributing Writer I was shocked almost beyond belief. Shocked that long time, beloved Watts community icon Sweet Alice Harris was named […]
ON THE MONEY: Tips on financial survival for 2025 and beyond
By John Grace Contributing Columnist Imagine you sold two businesses, netting $5 million. You’ve done the math, and a 4% withdrawal rate provides a comfortable […]
STREET BEAT: ‘Will the president’s tariffs affect you?’
Los Angeles “No. I’m not going to spend more than I believe the value of a product is worth. If it’s much higher, then I’m […]
THE HUTCHINSON REPORT: Caruso and the battle to save diversity, equity and inclusion
By Earl Ofari Hutchinson Contributing Columnist On March 28, I stood in front of the entrance to USC. I made one simple call. That was […]
STREET BEAT: ‘What superhero do we need today?’
Los Angeles “Jesus Christ. But a lot of people don’t acknowledge him. We’re looking at superheroes that fly or have mighty strength or are all […]
THE HUTCHINSON REPORT: The never-ending myth of too much government
By Earl Ofari Hutchinson Contributing Columnist “Look we have a country that is bloated with rules, regulations and with, frankly, people that are unnecessary to […]