Two LGBTQ Detroiters and a Social Psychologist Discuss the Impact of Dave Chappelle’s Comedy and “The Closer”

Comedian Dave Chapelle has been starting firestorms in Detroit for years. In 2015, crowds demanded refunds when Chappelle slurred his way through...

Rep. Dan Kildee Reflects on Life of Uncle and Former Congressman Dale Kildee

On Wednesday, U.S. Rep. Dale Kildee passed away at the age of 92.  “The way he carried himself, the way...

How the Pandemic Has Changed the Conversation on Mental Health

Mental health has been widely talked about in America recently with emotions surrounding the pandemic and the awareness movement led...

New Book “Just Get on the Pill” Takes Look at Uneven Social Messaging Around Birth Control

It’s been 61 years since the FDA approved the birth control pill, a landmark victory for reproductive health and autonomy....

Transforming America’s Criminal Justice Landscape Must Include Public Defender Overhaul

Public defenders are a critical aspect of the U.S. criminal justice system as they help 80% of the people who interact...

A Flint Mom and a Journalist Describe How the Community Spoke Truth To Power

Melissa Mays is a Flint mother-turned-activist who says she and her children are suffering from illnesses caused by chemicals they ingested...

Three Experts On Preventing Another Flint Water Crisis

Jiquanda Johnson is a Flint-area native with more than 16 years of experience in journalism including print, television and digital media....

Elin Betanzo and Curt Guyette’s Persistent Pursuit of the Truth in Flint

Elin Betanzo is a life-long friend of Dr. Mona, author of “What the Eyes Don’t See,” and worked for the EPA during the...

Dr. Mona Hanna-Attisha and Rep. Dan Kildee Talk Seeking Justice in Flint Amid Water Crisis

Dr. Mona Hanna-Attisha, is founder and director of the Michigan State University and Hurley Children’s Hospital Pediatric Public Health Initiative....