President Obama, “We Have A Pattern Now of Mass Shootings”

Posted on December 3, 2015December 3, 2015 by Tonya R

Just six short months ago, we braced while our President addressed yet another mass shooting in our country that took place in Charleston, SC and claimed nine innocent lives. Here he stands again. As citizens we have to wonder, what is going on and how do we stop these violent acts in our communities, in our lives, in our nation. I am heartbroken. My soul weeps for the victims and families of this senseless violence, and for our nation. Expressyourselfblog 'Creative Commentary' PRESIDE...

GET INVOLVED: CALL TO ACTION ON GUN VIOLENCE

Posted on December 3, 2015March 5, 2017 by Tonya R

View image | gettyimages.com Citizens, allow your voice to be heard. Whether you support the current gun control laws, or feel an addendum should be reviewed, take action on your view by writing to your elected officials. Politicians and law enforcement agree, amending gun control legislation will not prevent violence in America. The consensus is the problem is far more reaching, and may be a result of multiple gaps in policy that includes but is not limited to, mental illness, ease in wh...

How Does Your Presidential Candidates Compare To Your Views?

Posted on November 30, 2015July 29, 2016 by Tonya R

The 2016 Presidential Election Cycle is crowded with candidates. How does a voter rein in such a race, and decide who to stomp for in support of their party. Expressyourselfblog 'Creative Commentary' View image | gettyimages.com Click here to visit 'Votesmart.org' and select an issue to see how your candidates compare to your views

CONGRATULATIONS TO CHARLOTTE’S NEW MAYOR, JENNIFER ROBERTS

Posted on November 4, 2015December 30, 2015 by Tonya R

November 3, 2015 Jennifer Roberts became the first woman elected as Mayor of Charlotte North Carolina. Expressyourselfblog.com

You Decide…Mayoral Election 2015

Posted on November 3, 2015September 2, 2016 by Tonya R

Jennifer Roberts-"We Are Our Brothers And Sisters Keeper" Democratic Mayoral Nominee Jennifer Roberts spoke compassionately about her city during a fundraiser dinner held at Dilworth Grille in Charlotte, North Carolina October 20, 2015. Her primary theme was that we all have a collective interest in the progress of our city. She stated, "Ideas can come from anywhere", suggesting elected officials need to foster an environment of inclusion and listen to the voice of the people, to ensure p...