(NBC News)Ohio House Speaker Larry Householder and four cohorts were arrested on Tuesday in what prosecutors called the “largest bribery scheme" in state history. FBI agents raided Householder’s farm in Glenford, about 45 miles east of Columbus, according to Perry County Sheriff’s deputies who assisted in the operation on Tuesday morning. The 61-year-old Householder, … [Read more...] about Powerful Ohio Lawmaker Arrested for Role in ‘Largest Bribery Scheme’ in State History, Officials Said
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AP Says It Will Capitalize Black but Not White
(ABC News) After changing its usage rules last month to capitalize the word “Black” when used in the context of race and culture, The Associated Press on Monday said it would not do the same for “white.” The AP said white people in general have much less shared history and culture, and don't have the experience of being discriminated against because of skin … [Read more...] about AP Says It Will Capitalize Black but Not White
Rolling Stone Writer Wants the Term ‘Pro-Life’ Banned, Calls it Racist and Sexist
(Christian Headlines) Jamil Smith, a senior writer for Rolling Stone, recently asserted that the term ‘pro-life’ should be “canceled,” calling the term racist. According to The Blaze, Smith made the comment after political activist Reverend Dr. William J. Barber II took a shot at pro-life voters on Twitter. "Ironically, the governors most willing to watch their citizens … [Read more...] about Rolling Stone Writer Wants the Term ‘Pro-Life’ Banned, Calls it Racist and Sexist
‘Baby Lives Matter’ Mural Painted Outside Planned Parenthood in Salt Lake City
(KUTV) A Baby Lives Matter mural was painted outside of Planned Parenthood in Salt Lake City. Tyler Hansen, the artist of the sign, said he painted the mural at 1 a.m. on Saturday morning. He said he intentionally used paint that would easily wash away so he wouldn't get into trouble. At most, the paint would last for 10 days. … [Read more...] about ‘Baby Lives Matter’ Mural Painted Outside Planned Parenthood in Salt Lake City
Civil Rights Icon Rev. C.T. Vivian Has Passed Away
(Relevant) The legendary Reverend C.T. Vivian — a Civil Rights icon who worked alongside Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and led the Southern Christian Leadership Conference organization he co-founded — has passed away. He was 95 years old. Over the last 60 years, Vivian’s work towards creating a more just, equitable society for Black people is almost incalculable. His journey … [Read more...] about Civil Rights Icon Rev. C.T. Vivian Has Passed Away