Columbus Freepress Local News & Events
Image
The “Second Assault”: Why do Americans re-victimize?
What does it say about America when women or men who are sexually abused or raped are then re-victimized by the public and media? Well, and I know this personally, it says to the victim, “Welcome to the second worst nightmare of your…
// Opinion
Image
Book Review: Wednesdays in Mississippi: Proper Ladies Working for Radical Change, Freedom Summer 1964 By Debbie Z. Harwell
One may wonder what there is new to say about the civil rights movement. In the immediate aftermath of Barack Obama’s first election it seemed to some as though the entire…
// Opinion
Image
The New York cop who perfected police corruption
Police misbehavior has been a trending topic for months now. In case after case, officers have been accused of using excessive force, especially against black males.
It’s in this atmosphere that director Tiller…
// Opinion
Image
First Person Singular - "ReStart House Music”
"First Person Singular" is an occasional column by JP Marat that empowers artists, musicians and community activists to speak in their own voice. Sincere thanks to the Columbus Free Press for the opportunity to let our voices be heard . . .…
// Opinion