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Has the Southside Ever “Won” in a Mayoral Election?

What’s at Stake in this Year’s Divisive Competition – By Pastor Manuel Sykes This year’s mayoral election is critical for the Southside community. …

Awakening Anti-Politics and Social Change: A Millennial Movement Inspires St. Petersburg

– By Sharlene Emmanuel Social media and the internet have changed the way we view our world, our government, our culture, and most importantly ourselves. …

Organize and Mobilize: The Imperative for 2017

  – By Bro John Muhammad We have come to the time of a very important event in the history of the Burg, the 2017 municipal election. Many residents …

That Candidate “Look”- Questioning your own Sub-Conscious Bias about Black Candidates

– By Attorney Keisha Bell In determining the most “qualified” candidate, does the “look of leadership” matter to you?  Do you …

A “Strong Mayor” Form of Government Calls for a Strong Mayor

  – By Pastor Frank Peterman, Jr. I believe that our community and city will be better served by electing Mayor Rick Baker to lead St. Petersburg. …

Where Black Voters Live & Breathe

5 quick facts about the geographic dispersion of St. Petersburg’s African American electorate – By Gypsy C. Gallardo The following facts will be …

Another Surge Seems Certain for Black Voters this Year, but for All New Reasons

– By Gypsy C. Gallardo It appears that this year’s election will see yet another surge in African American voting, following the record set in 2013 …

Jim Jackson

A decade-long resident of St. Petersburg, Jim Jackson has devoted his life to education and counseling. He is a passionate advocate within the community and …

James Scott

James Scott has led sustainability and community initiatives in St. Petersburg since his arrival in 2008. A graduate of University of South Florida St. …

Corey Givens, Jr.

Corey Givens is a dedicated leader and a strong voice for St. Petersburg’s South Side and Downtown.  In addition to volunteering his time to dozens of …

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