Real Talk with Mona Davids

Mona Davids, representing the New York Coalition of Ethnic and Community Media (NYCECM) and Publisher of LittleAfrica News, testifies before the New York City Council on the challenges facing Ethnic and Community Media publishers, including the loss of city advertising and the lack of leadership and support from the Mayor’s Office of Ethnic and Community Media. She calls for amendments to Local Law 83 of 2021 to strengthen transparency, accountability, and fair advertising distribution, protect independent publishers from political favoritism and retaliation, and ensure that ethnic and community media outlets receive the support and protections they need to continue serving New York City’s diverse communities.

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Saritha Komatireddy discusses her plans to tackle crime, gun violence, and repeat offenders in New York, while addressing the challenges facing small business owners, including shoplifting, retail theft, and homelessness. She also shares her priorities for improving public safety and holding offenders accountable.

For more information about her campaign and priorities, visit her official website: https://sarithafornewyork.com/

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Exclusive Interview with Eric Grannis, Executive Director of Strive Charter School, discusses the school's innovative educational model, featuring a 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. school day, seven days a week, year-round, along with free meals, transportation, enrichment programs, and a family-centered approach designed to support student success and working parents.

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Address: 604 East 139th Street Bronx, NY 10454

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Jacinta Ngobese Zuma says the government must enforce immigration laws more strictly, arguing that current enforcement is failing and international agreements are undermining South Africa’s sovereignty.

MARCH AND MARCH

A citizen-led movement focused on comprehensive immigration reform and the protection of South African rights, driven by public participation, accountability, and the long-term social, economic, and legal interests of the nation.

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Jacinta Ngobese Zuma says South Africa lacks an effective immigration plan, with weak enforcement and corruption allowing illegal immigrants to return and remain in the country.

MARCH AND MARCH

A citizen-led movement focused on comprehensive immigration reform and the protection of South African rights, driven by public participation, accountability, and the long-term social, economic, and legal interests of the nation.

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Jacinta Ngobese Zuma says research data suggests there could be around 27 million illegal immigrants in South Africa, far higher than the reported figures.

MARCH AND MARCH

A citizen-led movement focused on comprehensive immigration reform and the protection of South African rights, driven by public participation, accountability, and the long-term social, economic, and legal interests of the nation.

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Jacinta Ngobese Zuma argues that South Africa must take stronger action on illegal immigration, saying the government is putting illegal foreign nationals before citizens and undermining national interests.

MARCH AND MARCH

A citizen-led movement focused on comprehensive immigration reform and the protection of South African rights, driven by public participation, accountability, and the long-term social, economic, and legal interests of the nation.

Website: https://marchandmarch.org.za/

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Jacinta Ngobese Zuma discusses the rise of illegal immigration in South Africa, the concerns driving the March and March protests, and weak government enforcement. She outlines the movement’s demands for stricter immigration control and prioritizing South African citizens.

MARCH AND MARCH

A citizen-led movement focused on comprehensive immigration reform and the protection of South African rights, driven by public participation, accountability, and the long-term social, economic, and legal interests of the nation.

Website: https://marchandmarch.org.za/

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Vijay Dandapani, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Hotel Association of New York City, discussed New York’s hotel industry, including the Hotel Association’s support for hotels, labor relations, employee development and scholarships, community assistance during COVID-19 and migrant housing, career opportunities in the sector, union contract, and the city’s readiness for major events like the World Cup and peak tourism seasons.

Commissioner Afua Atta-Mensah discusses New York City’s inaugural Racial Equity Plan, highlighting disparities in wealth and life expectancy, the city’s efforts to engage the public—including the African diaspora—and the steps being taken to hold agencies accountable for advancing racial and economic justice.