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Wesson Moves to Create Community Care Corp, Donate Public Land to Bridge Wealth Gap in Communities of Color
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Wesson Moves to Create Community Care Corp, Donate Public Land to Bridge Wealth Gap in Communities of Color

Sentinel News ServiceJune 11, 2020

Councilman Herb Wesson has called for the City of Los Angeles to launch a transitional public/private collaborative “New Deal” style jobs program – titled the People’s Bailout Los Angeles – designed to train and hire out-of-work Angelenos as community health workers and contact tracers in order to fill gaps in our inadequate health care system and provide meaningful employment to Angelenos who desperately need it during this economic recession. 

The State of Re-Entry in South Los Angeles
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The State of Re-Entry in South Los Angeles

Sentinel News ServiceMay 28, 2020

In response to public outcry about the safety of low-level offenders during this Coronavirus pandemic, thousands of men and women are being released and re-entering our communities from prisons and jails. They face all of the traditional barriers to re-entry and are forced to navigate a world devastated by COVID-19.

Larry Aubry: A Social Justice Warrior Remembered
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Larry Aubry: A Social Justice Warrior Remembered

Cora Jackson-Fossett, Staff WriterMay 21, 2020

LA Sentinel veteran columnist, Larry Aubry has passed. No one can deny that Larry was an uncompromising, relentless, no-holds-barred warrior for social justice. For decades, he fought to improve conditions for African Americans in Los Angeles, but other minorities – such as Latinos and Koreans – also benefitted from his strident advocacy for equal rights.

The Truth About Black and Brown Communities and COVID-19
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The Truth About Black and Brown Communities and COVID-19

Sentinel News ServiceMay 21, 2020

The impact of COVID-19 has irrevocably altered our way of life. Who knows when we will be able to gather together again. This crisis continues to have a pervasive impact across South LA and the city as a whole. As coronavirus restrictions begin to lift, it’s important to remember that there is no such thing as going back to normal.

Governing Through Crisis
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Governing Through Crisis

Sentinel News ServiceApril 30, 2020

“This crisis is presenting new challenges to our community and forcing us to collaborate on new progressive solutions locally as well as citywide, said Councilmember Marqueece Harris-Dawson. It’s vital that residents remain connected and informed to keep themselves and their neighbors safe during this time. The city and state are requiring folks to make sacrifices and stay indoors and I will continue to fight for legislation that will allow our residents to remain safely in their homes and ensure they can return to work after this pandemic is over.”

LA Councilmember Marqueece-Harris Dawson Partners with Lyft to Help Thousands of Seniors Receive Free Healthy Meals from Local Restaurants
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LA Councilmember Marqueece-Harris Dawson Partners with Lyft to Help Thousands of Seniors Receive Free Healthy Meals from Local Restaurants

Sentinel News WireApril 16, 2020

LOS ANGELES – City Councilmember Marqueece Harris-Dawson’s Office is partnering with Lyft to expand an emergency program providing free healthy meals to thousands of local seniors during this COVID-19 pandemic. The councilmember’s office is engaging the small business community in South Los Angeles to prepare and deliver more than 8,500 fresh meals to seniors at assisted living facilities and single-family residences. This program helps seniors stay safe at home and allows 23 (and counting) local restaurants to continue serving their communities. “Surviving this crisis will require innovation on every level,” said Councilmember Marqueece Harris-Dawson. “This emergency senior meals program was

Councilmember Harris-Dawson Launches Meal Program to Support South L.A Seniors and Small Businesses During COVID-19
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Councilmember Harris-Dawson Launches Meal Program to Support South L.A Seniors and Small Businesses During COVID-19

Sentinel News ServicesApril 2, 2020

City Councilmember Marqueece Harris-Dawson launched an emergency program to provide free healthy meals to homebound seniors during the COVID-19 pandemic. This crisis presents a crucible for leaders and requires quick strategic thinking to preserve our communities.  The councilmember launched this innovative program to divert funding from community events that were canceled due to COVID-19, and support two highly vulnerable populations during the pandemic: homebound seniors; as well as small business owners and their employees.

Councilmember Marqueece Harris-Dawson Leading Through Crisis
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Councilmember Marqueece Harris-Dawson Leading Through Crisis

Sentinel News ServiceMarch 26, 2020

We are in uncharted territory locally and on a global scale. The coronavirus pandemic is already having a drastic impact within our communities and the local economy. Fresh into his second term as City Councilmember, Marqueece Harris Dawson is helping our community adapt and persevere through this Coronavirus pandemic.

Lacey Wins Big, Wesson And Ridley-Thomas Headed for Run-Off
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Lacey Wins Big, Wesson And Ridley-Thomas Headed for Run-Off

Jennifer Bihm ,Contributing WriterMarch 5, 2020

Los Angeles County District Attorney Jackie Lacey, despite controversy surrounding her campaign, overwhelmingly won reelection to her seat. Lacey said she wants to create more transparency in the office so that people will better understand what her job entails.

Councilmember Marqueece Harris-Dawson 1st Term in Review
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Councilmember Marqueece Harris-Dawson 1st Term in Review

Marqueece Harris-DawsonFebruary 6, 2020

We exist during a critical time in the history of this city and country. I was voted into office in 2015 behind our beliefs and strategies to improve the quality of life for residents in the Eighth District. For decades, our people, neighborhoods, streets and businesses have seen systemic disinvestment and neglect. District Eight is home to hundreds of thousands of residents with diverse needs, however we are connected by shared opportunities and challenges. During my first term in office, I prioritized equitable and transparent service delivery, quality jobs, safe streets and sustainable solutions to homelessness. As we stand at the intersection of past and future, I am confident in the positive direction our communities are headed.