This year the murder of George Floyd by police in Minneapolis Minnesota, caused America and the world to concede to the reality of unjustifiable murder of unarmed Black people by the police, and the unrestricted totality of the injustices of systemic racism. Frankly speaking, these murders of Blacks by police are mostly based on racial […]
Author Archives: Chester Todd
Letter to the Editor: The complexities of reforming the City of Racine’s law enforcement agencies
Although I agree that some officers of the Racine Police Department undoubtedly need to undergo resocialization training as it pertains to their dealings with the city’s Black population, I think it is imperative that the training is facilitated by local specialists. Let me be clear from the start, this applies to officers of all races […]
Letter to the Editor: Deeper Understanding of Police Reform
One would think police reform means taking most of the authority from those who are trained to protect and serve. However, it is only when one is looking from the bottom up that the true reasonings for the need of policing are exposed. Quite simply, the police is needed to protect the interest of the […]
Letter to the Editor: Now is not the time to play games
While my friends and I who vote third party, hold fast to our hopes of a better brand of American politics than that of our current corrupt two-party system, it is what it is, and the inevitable must be realized, that the continuation of false doctrines is cemented at this juncture; however, the Democrats and […]
Opinion: Unaddressed Concerns
Questions are already being asked pertaining to the state of Wisconsin and Racine county’s plans to potentially build a juvenile correctional facility in our area. Of course, any mention of prison building agitates, as it should, many in the Black community. Also adding to those reservations is the fact that the first mention of the […]
Opinion: Todd finds hope on the horizon with RUSD
After years of listening to snide allegations and racist innuendoes plus living under discriminatory threats to our school system, there seems to be hope on the horizon. By promoting the knowledgeable and compassionate former Deputy Superintendent of schools, Dr. Eric N. Gallian, to the position of leadership, Racine has made a giant step forward in […]
Opinion: Nothing from Nothing Leaves…..
It is disappointing to witness our local and state elected officials turn a blind eye to the plight of Black people in Racine. Also, it appears that the local and national party of Black salvation, the Democrats, has chosen not to address the racist status now nationally recognized as being Racine’s most prominent and distinguishing […]
LTE: A New Beginning, A New Wave Of Hope For NAACP
Chester Todd Jr., 75 For years, like many others, I have been critical of the leadership and lethargic mannerism of the local branch of the NAACP; however, my attitude has changed since Mr. George Nicks ascended to the presidency of the organization. In the brief time that Nicks has been at the helm there seems […]
Opinion: Show Time in Suburbia!
The insidious and infectious nature of racism showed its despicable head at a recent basketball game between Racine Horlick and Franklin high schools. It seems that some of the kids of the white supremacist persuasion took it upon themselves to hurl racist insults at the black players from Racine. It has been my experience that […]
OpEd: The reality of Black History Month in Wisconsin
It’s that time again, yes you guessed it, Black History month! While most Black communities around the country may have reasons to celebrate, the Black population of Southeastern Wisconsin continues to suffer a myriad of social and economic injustices. So how did we get here? First, we live in the state that has the appalling […]
OpEd: Dwindling Choices Exist In Racine
First, let me give my condolences to the family of Donte D. Shannon, who was gunned down by the Racine City Police, I cannot begin to imagine their pain. It is my most sincere prayer that they will be able to find the strength to get through this most difficult time. As the Black community […]
OpEd: Remembering Martin Luther King’s Mountain Top
It’s all right to talk about “long white robes over yonder,” in all of its symbolism. But ultimately people want some suits and dresses and shoes to wear down here! It’s all right to talk about “streets flowing with milk and honey,” but God has commanded us to be concerned about the slums down here, […]
