‘Ronald A. Edwards’ Archives
So much for 32 percent Black participation in stadium construction — When will the State deposit its $50M statutory requirement?
"Language must be changed to make sure MSFA officials are being intentional about jobs. We've been waiting in the "coloreds only room too long." Editors note: Since there is no "minority percentage" out of the 32%, how will stadium officials track minority hiring? Secondly, why use the word, "minority" when there are not distinct guideline for [...]
Controversy surrounding the Minnesota Sports Facilities Authority – ON POINT! radio program returns Saturday at 3 p.m.
"The problem is the MSFA has hired the same usual suspects and community members who understand the meaning of pass through and the only work people of color will get during construction are small "media-promotable" projects that say, "Look, we like Black people. We let them paint the Viking logo purple." On Saturday, October 27th at 3:00 p.m. [...]
Despite WCCO-TV report, the rhetoric on Black Museum’s money problems makes it clear Franklin National Bank is not the villain here
"What happened to the Negro Baseball League (MN) collection? Did the museum own it, or did they borrow it? Where is it now? Why does the building look empty in WCCO-TV News Report?" (Photo by IBNN NEWS) Editors note: WCCO-TV channel 4 aired a story tonight (9/19), “Black History Museum Faces Major Setback.” The report done by newbie [...]
The Uncanny Story of Bullshit in Black Education: Sellouts, Hoodlums, Uncle Toms and Aunt Jane’s
At some point, people who get it will see all the “new programs” being vetted to address the perpetual failure of Black students in public schools and higher education institutions in the Twin Cities. This happens every year about this time. What these procrastinators of progress don’t understand, this is their last opportunity ever to fail [...]
Exclusive interview with veteran reporter Randy Furst, Saturday ON POINT!
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