Hudson Mohawk Magazine

Corinne Carey from the non-profit Compassion & Choices speaks about the importance of talking about and planning for the inevitability of death during our lifetimes. Veronica Maroulis, a student from RPI, is trying to change the cultural taboos around discussing death through a series of interviews with people in the industry to promote a deeper understanding of the topic. If this resonates with you, consider going to the Death Cafe at People's Health Sanctuary on the evening of April 27th.

On Friday, March 17, 2023, Hudson Mohawk Magazine Roaming Labor Correspondent Willie Terry was at the National Trade Union Women's Memorial, 'Kate Mullany Historic Site' at 350 Eight Street, Troy, New York. The occasional visit to the historical site by Congressman Paul Tonko brought information about a resolution he had before congress to assist in developing this site. In this part-one labor segment, Willie recorded exerts from his presentation at the Kate Mullany National Historic House.

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine:

We begin with Mark Dunlea's coverage of the NY Renews Climate Rally at the Capitol on Tuesday.

Then, we once again hear from Shirey Archie about his personal one-main "Stand Against Racism."

Later on, we continue our coverage of the lead pipe crisis in Troy from Willie Terry.

After that, we hear from the directors of “A Woman on the Outside,” which will be screening at the Sanctuary this Saturday.

Finally, Tria Elena Cruzallen interviews local musician Mike Larry Draw.

This Saturday at The Sanctuary for Independent Media, there will be a workshop, exhibition, film screening, and panel discussion around the film "A Woman on the Outside." Directors Zara Katz and Lisa Riordan Seville spoke with Sina Basila Hickey for Hudson Mohawk Magazine about the storytelling process, the evolution of instagram project to film, and if representation in media is changing.

https://www.mediasanctuary.org/event/a-woman-on-the-outside/

Mike Larry Draw is a grammy nominated rapper, producer, film editor, and artist… the list of talents harbored by this creative polymath continues. Tria Luv interviewed him for Hudson Mohawk Magazine about his creative process and the six elements of hip hop. For more information about Mike Larry Draw visit MikeLarryDraw.me

Hear how Shirey Archie, who goes by his last name Archie, became an anti-racism activist by holding a sign saying "Stand Against Racism." He also explains how others started joining him with signs at farmers markets and other locations. He is one of the people interviewed in a documentary playing at the Writers Institute on April 1st in Page Hall. His website www.standagainstracism.info has more information, including details on the play and documentary "Whitewashed: The Racism Project," and an "Antiracist Library" of suggested videos, books, and podcasts. Produced by Brea Barthel for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.

More than 300 climate activists came to the state Capitol on March 28 to urge the Governor and state lawmakers to include NY Renews' Climate, Jobs and Justice Package in the final budget due April 1. In part 2, we hear from the emcee, Monique Fitzgerald of the LI Progressive Coalition as well as Sen. Brouk of Rochester; Assemblymember Epstein; Gladys Puglia of Make the Road; Senator Krueger; Assembly Solages; and Devan Beaumant from NYPIRG. We also hear from Assemblymember Kelles on the need to clarify insurance rules for car share programs.

Several hundred climate activists rallied at the State Capitol on Tuesday, calling for lawmakers to include funding and other key climate measures in the upcoming state budget. In part 1, we hear from the emcee, Monigue Fitzgerald of the LI Progressive Coalition; Senator Pete Harkham, chair of the EnCon Committee; Assemblymember Anna Kelles; Dawn Wells-Clyburnthe Executive Director of PUSH Buffalo; Senator Jessica Ramos; and Chief Harry Wallace of the Unkechaug Nation. By Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.

Earlier in March, Rensselaer County legislators unanimously passed legislation to urge NYS to help fund the replacement of lead service lines. Troy Democratic legislators introduced the legislation and

Ken Zalewski joined Elizabeth (EP) Press to discuss the issue.

For more information visit Troyny.gov/lead

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine:

We begin with Marks Dunlea’s interviews with housing advocates who gathered at the Capitol on Monday, March 27.

Then, Brea Barthel speaks with Betsy Sandberg about the Kids Art Festival coming in June.

Later on, Willie Terry speaks with Troy Councilman Steve Figueroa about the Troy water giveaway and the lead pipe issue.

After that, we hear about "A Woman on the Outside" will be screened at the Sanctuary on Saturday, April 1st.

Finally, Thom Francis speaks with Carol Durant, an African-American author, playwright, poet, and recording artist.