By DeNay Burris The hypocritical democracy that we all know as the United States of America; the democracy in which we can all agree to disagree until we disagree; the democracy in which everyone has freedom of choice until our choices differ; the democracy in which America becomes the policeman of the world and Americans [...]
Ringing In The New Year As we begin 2012, Arkansans have resolved to change their lives for the better. For some, the focus is on health and they pledge to eat healthier and exercise more often. Others will focus on finances and plan to spend less money and save more. Personally, I intend to [...]
FIGHTING HUNGER If you’re like me, you noticed a change in the color of the Ferris wheel lights in September. The River Valley Regional Food Bank encouraged this effort to raise awareness for Hunger Action Month. Although September is long over, the problem is far from over. Hunger is a very real problem. This is [...]
I have always believed that entrepreneurship and education play a vital role in the economic success of our State. Our history of business success is built on stories of the personal initiative of Arkansans whose ideas led to the creation of companies like Wal-Mart, Tyson, Stephens, Murphy Oil, JB Hunt, and many others. Today, small [...]
By Dana Milbank Rep. Trent Franks established his credentials as a civil rights leader last year when the Arizona Republican argued that, because of high abortion rates in black communities, African-Americans were better off under slavery. But The congressman doesn’t just talk the talk. On Tuesday, he chaired a House Judiciary subcommittee hearing on legislation [...]
Word of the impending closure of Whirlpool’s plant in Fort Smith was disappointing news for employees, the community and local businesses that have developed a strong working relationship with Whirlpool. As a delegation, Senator Pryor, myself and all the Arkansas members of the House of Representatives worked closely with the Governor and local officials over [...]
Recent events have reminded us that, in Arkansas, we must be prepared for any type of disaster to strike at any time of the year. Thanks to technology, we often have the opportunity to take shelter, but planning ahead is also important. This past week, we had tornado warnings in parts of the State, a [...]
By Napoleon Black There is a quote that states “politicians are people who create problems and spend years trying to solve them.” This article is about the Bush Tax cuts being discussed in congress now. Most of the people Democrat and Republican who voted to implement this tax cut are in congress now arguing the [...]
By DeNay Burris The one cent prepared food tax vote will be on the ballet on November 8, 2011 for the citizens of Ft. Smith to decide. When first hearing of this tax, one would automatically think no way. No way am I going to vote for a tax to support an endeavor such as [...]
By Goldie Taylor Generally speaking, when the president of the United States calls you pick up the phone. Whether you’re an Iowa farmer, a Chinese prime minister, or Speaker of the House, it goes without saying that when the president calls you answer. Thirty-six hours. That’s how long it took House Speaker John Boehner [...]