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Sunday, October 8, 4pm
Ohio Statehouse
On October 7th, 2023, an unprecedented but historical series of events took place, led by our heroic resistance in Gaza who have shown the world yet again that the spirit of the Palestinian people cannot and will not be trampled, and that our resistance to Zionism and Western imperialism remains strong.
We call on the people of Columbus to uplift and honor our resistance and our martyrs. Join us today, October 8 at 4 pm at the Ohio Statehouse to march against the occupation and to celebrate our Gaza's resistance!
Keep spreading awareness, Palestine needs as much support now as ever! Bring your flags, signs, kuffiyehs, and strong spirits!!
Sunday, October 8, 1pm, Ohio Statehouse
Join Ohioans United For Reproductive Rights and partners as we gather to rally in support of “Yes” on Issue 1 this November. We’ll be rallying ahead of the voting registration deadline, so come learn about the importance of voting “Yes” on Issue 1! Bring a friend, some signs, and your energy to learn how you can get involved with Ohioans United for Reproductive Rights to protect reproductive freedom in Ohio this November!
RSVP for this event by using this link.
Hosted by Planned Parenthood Advocates of Ohio, Ohioans United for Reproductive Rights, ACLU of Ohio, and Pro-Choice Ohio.
The New York State Of Mind event landed in Columbus….Wu-Tang Clan, Nas and De La Soul played within walking distance from where I live.
Wu-Tang Clan, Nas and De La Soul were at Schottenstein Center, Wednesday. I’ve watched Kendrick Lamar, Tyler, the Creator, and Dave Chappelle at Schottenstein Center since Covid.
I didn’t watch Run The Jewels with Lorde…Run The Jewels still played Schottenstein Center…
Arena Rap is a thing…I hesitate setting such lofty aspirations for New Rappers….
New rappers should start with understanding why Nas’ “Illmatic,” Wu-Tang’s “Enter the 36th Chambers,” GZA’s “Liquid Swords,” Raekwon’s “Only Built For Cuban Links,” De La Soul’s “Three Feat High And Rising,” and De La Soul’s “De La Soul is Dead” are the main reason I heard Nas’ “One Love” in front of at least 16,000 people Wednesday night.
A classic catalog record increases the rapper’s brand every year which allows other decisions and opportunities.
I walked and enjoyed the brisk evening stroll.
Ghostface and Raekwon’s faces were plastered on a tour bus as I crossed Olentangy River Road. I saw Cappadonna’s name on the back of the bus.
The New York State Of Mind event landed in Columbus….Wu-Tang Clan, Nas and De La Soul played within walking distance from where I live.
Wu-Tang Clan, Nas and De La Soul were at Schottenstein Center, Wednesday. I’ve watched Kendrick Lamar, Tyler, the Creator, and Dave Chappelle at Schottenstein Center since Covid.
I didn’t watch Run The Jewels with Lorde…Run The Jewels still played Schottenstein Center…
Arena Rap is a thing…I hesitate setting such lofty aspirations for New Rappers….
New rappers should start with understanding why Nas’ “Illmatic,” Wu-Tang’s “Enter the 36th Chambers,” GZA’s “Liquid Swords,” Raekwon’s “Only Built For Cuban Links,” De La Soul’s “Three Feat High And Rising,” and De La Soul’s “De La Soul is Dead” are the main reason I heard Nas’ “One Love” in front of at least 16,000 people Wednesday night.
A classic catalog record increases the rapper’s brand every year which allows other decisions and opportunities.
I walked and enjoyed the brisk evening stroll.
Ghostface and Raekwon’s faces were plastered on a tour bus as I crossed Olentangy River Road. I saw Cappadonna’s name on the back of the bus.
• Friday, October 6, 5:00pm-11:00pm
• Saturday, October 7, 12:00pm-11:00pm
• Sunday, October 8, 12:00pm-7:00pm
Short North, 720 Hamlet St.
A three-day celebration of the finest in food, entertainment and Italian culture on the grounds of St. John the Baptist Italian Church in Italian Village. Check back for a full list of entertainment here.
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Editorial note: much of the reader feedback from last week’s story on the death of Rayshawn Meeks by a Clinton Township police officer’s gun centered on the three minutes it took for the four officers at the scene to begin to offer first aid to Meeks, who was unconscious and bleeding from a gunshot wound to his head. This incident happened within the City of Columbus after the passage of Andre’s Law by the Columbus City Council. It became apparent that it was time to revisit the law.
As Andre Hill lay dying on a friend’s driveway in the early morning of December 22, 2020, Adam Coy, the now-indicted ex-officer with the Columbus Division of Police (CPD) who shot Hill and his dozen or more fellow officers who responded to the scene failed to offer first aid for his wounds. It was several minutes before these public servants who are sworn to protect and serve requested emergency medical assistance for Hill.
We begin with ANDREA MILLER and RAY MCCLENDON, two of our greatest grassroots leaders, introduce their overview for how to organize on the ground with GOTV and democracy center strategies.
As godparents of the Georgia Way/Miracle, they are at the core of the work we do in preserving democracy in this country.
With JOHN STEINER and CAMILLA REES and ROBERT DESMARAIS (from New Orleans) joining in, our co-producer STEVE CARUSO gives us a first-hand report from Ohio on fascist attacks you could not make up.
TATANKA BRICCA and JOEL SEGAL jump in with their unique long-term political wisdom.
From September 15th to October 16th, "National Hispanic Heritage Month is a momentous time in the United States where we come together to recognize and honor the incredible contributions and influence of Hispanic Americans throughout our nation's history, culture, and achievements." (The Library of Congress)
Prepare to be captivated by a diverse calendar of events that showcase the rich traditions, tantalizing cuisine, spirited music, and fascinating culture of various Latino countries. In addition, we will highlight impactful works for humanity right here in the United States.
Standing out among Columbus’ multiple crises of identity is its refusal to make serious, accurate comparisons with any other cities anywhere: not in Ohio, the US Midwest, the US, North America, the world. This is a certain form of urban or place blindness, amnesia, and/or pathology—chose your metaphor and analogy. In other words, an unwillingness, even inability to find itself and therefore to develop and grow fully, responsibility, and honestly with respect to its human and physical resources, possibilities and limits.
This requires admitting and accepting all contradictions, limitations as well as strengths. The most distinctive cities admit the problems frankly. Most have a public sense of humor. Pittsburgh, for example, was long the pothole capital of the U.S. That is no longer the case. A local candy manufacturer now sells Pittsburgh Pothole Filler, an attractive box of popcorn dipped in delicious dark chocolate. Buckeyes, chocolate or plain, do not compare.
All knowledge including self-knowledge is comparative. Columbus’ willful blindness imprisons it.
It was worth the long wait this past Saturday morning at Trinity Baptist Church on the Eastside for those with way too many guns on their hands. The City was buying any gun a citizen had to offer – even 3D printed guns, which are illegal – with no questions asked. Some of these same citizens walked away with hundreds, and in some cases, thousands-of-dollars’ worth of gift cards from the City.
“It took me about three hours to get to where the police were,” said a source who did want to offer his name for publication. He lives outside Columbus and walked away $2,000 richer. “I went right to the gun store and bought some more guns.”
The City was offering up to $750 per gun, and the source told us he was able to get a gift card for a 3D printed gun. He had not printed and assembled the gun just for this buyback, but it’s certainly possible other sellers had done so. The City bought 344 guns for $136,600.
Before the buyback Mayor Andrew Ginther touted its potential for success.
“This will be one of our biggest buybacks ever,” he told NBC4.