Rideshare platforms have significantly improved transportation options for communities of color, particularly in low-income neighborhoods that have been neglected by public transit fordecades. However, current legislation in Sacramento is threatening to take this option away, by forcing rideshare drivers to become employees instead of independent contractors.
Christ Liberation Ministries kicked-off their March Miracle Sessions on March 4, with the “Millennial Open Mic Night.” Pastors William and Thembekila Smart, organized the event, held at the Fernando Pullum Community Arts Center in Leimert Park, to provide a platform for youth and millennials to share their gifts. The night began with a drum and performance by the Izibongo Praise Dancers led by Minister Kimberly Bolanile Paggett Willis. They presented a healing African dance, which garnered audience participation. Next, phenomenal spoken word artists shared their gifts. Adjoa Jones who recited a message on Black love, which stressed the importance of