Category: Congress, Editorial, Featured News, National
Is The “Conscience of the Congress” Unconscious?
By Dr. Wilmer Leon “Even though we think first of those we were directly elected to serve, we cannot, in good conscience, think only of...
Coaches, Wrestlers Grapple With Life After Parkland Massacre
“I would like to see a ban on assault weapons,” said Debi Hixon, whose husband was murdered. "It's just that simple." The post...
Legislators Vote to Increase Funding for Community Poverty Reduction
Staff Report New legislation has recently passed that will deliver federal resources to help reduce poverty in Rochester. The legislation,...
Child Tax Credit Monthly Payments May Become a Permanent Reality for NY Families
By Sasha Smith sashasmith@minorityreporter.net New American FAmily Act legislation hopes to cut costs for families by making the expanded...
Carole Baskin Keeps Up Campaign Against Big Cat Abusers, In ‘Cage Fight’ And On Capitol Hill
Baskin spoke to Zenger about the Big Cat Public Safety Act, and why she thinks the “rivalry” between her and Joe Exotic is dead. The...
Newly-Introduced Legislation Could Ensure Free At-Home COVID-19 Tests for All Americans
Staff report New York State Congressman Joe Morelle (25th District) announced today that he has introduced legislation to obtain free...
Funding Measures Sought to Help Lower Child Care Costs in Monroe County
Staff report Joe Morelle announced he has secured funding to lower the cost of childcare for Monroe County families. Morelle’s...
Homeless Champion Brings Lived Experiences To Bear
Overcoming his own homelessness and addictions, Donald Whitehead is at the forefront of a movement to make housing a human right. The...
Former RPD Chief Singletary Announces Run for Congress
Patti Singerpattisinger@minorityreporter.net Saying he’s not a career politician, former Rochester Police Chief and recently enrolled...
Congressman “Says” He is Taking Action to Protect the Social Security of NY Residents
By Carol Elizabeth OwensCarolelizabeth@minorityreporter.net Congressman Joseph Morelle (D-NY) is co-sponsoring a bill he says will protect...
