By Talia Whyte
The Progressive
Sens. John McCain and Barack Obama need to make combating the HIV/AIDS crisis in the United States a priority.
But it is nowhere near the top of their agendas.
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By Talia Whyte
The Bay State Banner
On the eve of the 40th anniversary of the Fair Housing Act, the federal law that prohibits housing discrimination, local government officials and activists gathered last week for a forum designed to help endangered residents save their homes.
The rising tide of foreclosures has shaken the nation’s economy and left many homeowners nervous about their financial futures. Communities of color, frequently targeted by predatory lenders and victimized by discriminatory housing practices, have experienced a particularly strong backlash.
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By Talia Whyte
The Bay State Banner
Over 130 girls from across the city went to Simmons College last Saturday to be inspired, feel empowered and have fun, all at the same time.
Co-sponsored by the Boston Centers for Youth and Families (BCYF) and the Simmons Institute for Leadership and Change, the third annual Citywide Girls Summit offered teen girls an opportunity to get educated about a number of important topics they should be concerned about — both now and when they get older.
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By Talia Whyte
The Bay State Banner
Among valedictorians in the Boston Public Schools’ Class of 2008, Northeastern University is the most popular college choice.
Seven of the 38 valedictorians from city public high schools will attend Northeastern in the fall, a higher number than enrolled in any other college or university.
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