— Desiree Perez, CEO of Roc Nation, was granted a full pardon. Perez was arrested in 1994 for drug possession, and in 1998 for grand larceny and possession of a firearm. In 2019, she was named head of the entertainment company founded by rapper Jay-Z that’s home to such artists as Rihanna, Alicia Keys and Megan Thee Stallion. The pardon mentions that “Perez has taken full accountability for her actions and has turned her life around. She has been gainfully employed and has been an advocate for criminal justice reform in her community.” … [Read more...] about Lil Wayne, Kodak Black get clemency; Joe Exotic does not
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COVID response shows a way forward on private gun sale checks
When a Self-Check results in a “Proceed,” the buyer would receive a transaction number with the identifying information submitted for the Self-Check. The NICS would save the transaction number and information (such as date of birth) associating the number with the buyer until the Self-Check expires. All other information about the buyer would be destroyed within 24 hours, as the law requires the NICS to do for all “allowed transactions.” The seller, in turn, would match the buyer’s government-issued picture ID to the Self-Check response and validate the response through a website. The validation process would not require information about the gun and would be designed so the NICS would not keep records on the seller’s identity. … [Read more...] about COVID response shows a way forward on private gun sale checks
Biden administration promises equitable vaccine access to Black and brown communities
(CNN)President-elect Joe Biden and his administration vow to ensure Black and brown people get equal access to the Covid-19 vaccine through mobile clinics, vaccination centers and partnerships with local communities, the chair of Biden's Covid-19 Equity Task Force said during a Black clergy event on Monday. … [Read more...] about Biden administration promises equitable vaccine access to Black and brown communities
Kamala Harris takes historic oath, becomes nation’s first female, Black vice president
Harris garnered national attention during the beginning of the Democratic primary when she confronted Biden about his history with segregation, including his opposition to busing and his work with lawmakers who were staunch opponents of desegregation. The exchange went viral, highlighting weaknesses in Biden's campaign and catapulting her in the polls. … [Read more...] about Kamala Harris takes historic oath, becomes nation’s first female, Black vice president
Here’s How South Florida Lawmakers Voted On President Trump’s Second Impeachment
“January 6, 2020, will forever be remembered as a dark day in our nation’s history. The violent mob that stormed the Capitol that day attacked our safety, our freedom, and our democracy. From the moment the attack occurred, I have emphatically condemned the violence. All those who took part in the barbaric acts must be prosecuted to the full extent of the law. During this time of tension and division -when we should be focused on healing- Speaker Pelosi continues to push acts that further divide our nation. Impeaching the President exactly one week before his term is complete is unnecessarily divisive and unwise. … [Read more...] about Here’s How South Florida Lawmakers Voted On President Trump’s Second Impeachment