Virginia congressman Donald McEachin passes away at 61
Rep. Donald McEachin, a Virginia Democrat recently elected to a fourth term in Congress, died Monday after nearly a decade with cancer. He was 61. McEachin was diagnosed with colorectal cancer in 2013, his chief of staff, Tara Rountree, said in a statement Monday. “We are all devastated at the passing of our boss and
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South Carolina’s US House maps under scrutiny because of race
A trial to determine whether South Carolina’s congressional maps are legal closes Tuesday with arguments over whether the state Legislature diluted Black voting power by remaking the boundaries of the only U.S. House district Democrats have flipped in more than 30 years. The trial also marks the first time the South Carolina maps have been
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Richland Library is hosting Richland School District Two: School Board Candidate
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Celeste Purdie, local real estate agent at Marchant Real Estate, has earned the Certified International Property Specialist (CIPS) designation, placing her among 3,500 elite real estate professionals in over 45 countries. The designation was awarded to her by the National Association of REALTORS® for completing rigorous coursework devoted to learning international real
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The Black Food Truck Festival is back this fall celebrating Black businesses and culture with food, music and family friendly activities and
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(Columbia, SC) – The South Carolina State Fair welcomes the holiday season with the return of Carolina Lights, its annual downtown drive-through holiday lights show, taking
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On Thursday, November 10, 2022, the South Carolina Community Black Caucus (SCCBC) will host a Libation Ceremony and private screening of Marvel’s
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For people with mental, physical or neurological conditions that are not visible, flying can exacerbate hidden symptoms. Columbia Metropolitan Airport is the
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With the current economic uncertainty in the country coupled with a growing aging population, more thoughtful considerations are being made by home builders and owners regarding design features that allow aging and
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A Conversation with Kevin E. Wimberly and Dr. Shaun Owens About Universal Living Design
On this episode of The MinorityVoice, we talk with Kevin E. Wimberly of SC Uplift Community Outreach and Dr. Shaun Owens of Suite 65, LLC to discuss the home building technique and benefits of building or modifying a home to meet Universal Living Design certifications.
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The MinorityEye is a news and information aggregator that curates the voices, thoughts and perspectives of minority writers, bloggers, authors, reporters, columnists, pundits, consultants and thought leaders as well as those who write about minorities and issues that impact people and communities of color.
Michael Bailey is the founder of The MinorityEye and serves as the Chief-Curator of Information. He leads the editorial staff and works as a multimedia journalist who specializes in producing news stories and personal profiles that highlight the cultural, social, economic, and political experiences of minorities living in South Carolina and beyond. His extensive media, business, and political background has made him a well-respected voice and an often sought-after commentator on issues impacting people of color.
Johnnie Cordero is an African American thought leader who identifies as a Radical Centrist. He is the current Chairman of the Democratic Black Caucus of South Carolina. Cordero is the host of the “Radical Review” podcast and is a frequent political contributor and commentator for The MinorityEye. Cordero holds a Bachelor's degree in Political Science and a Doctorate in Jurisprudence. He is the author of ‘Total Black Empowerment: A Guide to Critical Thinking in the Age of Trump.’ His new book ‘Theodicy and The Power of the African Will’ is available on Amazon, Barnes & Noble and other online book sellers.