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What’s next for Charlotte after police chief Rodney Monroe retires?
CHARLOTTE, NC — CMPD Chief Rodney Monroe says he wants more family time, but there is still a lot of speculation about what is really behind his retirement. Mary C. Curtis, WCCB Charlotte’s Political Contributor, is in the studio to weigh in on Chief Monroe’s departure and give a look at his tenure, legacy, and what’s next for Charlotte.
May202015
The Controversy Over Michelle Obama’s Recent Remarks
CHARLOTTE, NC — Michelle Obama’s remarks to the graduates of Tuskegee University has caused a little controversy, with many asking “Is talking about racism racist?” WCCB Charlotte Political Contributor Mary C. Curtis stops by to discuss and giver her thoughts on the First Lady’s remarks.
To read a copy of Michelle Obama’s speech, click here.
You can also watch a recent panel hosted by Mary C. Curtis in Asheville that focused on healing by clicking here. The conference was sponsored by the W.K. Kellogg Foundation, with more than 500 civil rights and social justice leaders.
May132015
2015 America Healing Conference — Healing Relationships between Police and Communities of Color
In light of recent events in Baltimore, Ferguson and cities around the country, there is an elevated level of distrust between many communities and police departments. Trust between law enforcement and the people they serve is integral to creating safe places where children and families can thrive. Hear from civil rights and social justice leaders about racial healing after Ferguson, how to move forward to prevent future crises and specifically ideas for rebuilding relationships between law enforcement and communities of color.
May052015
Beyond The Headlines, There’s Much More To West Baltimore
The complexities of Baltimore seem largely out of the reach of the media that descends, as usual, only when certain neighborhoods burn.
May012015
Looking at Baltimore, is Charlotte doing enough to foster good community-police relations?
CHARLOTTE, NC — The big story across the country over the last few days has been unrest in Baltimore. The violence is in response to the death of Freddie Gray who died from injuries he is believed to have sustained while in police custody. Mary C. Curtis, WCCB Political Contributor, sits down with Terrance Bates to put the protests in context.
Apr292015
Breaking Down the Petraeus Sentencing
CHARLOTTE, NC — After what the Federal Court Judge called “a serious lapse in judgment,” Gen. David Petraeus was sentenced to 2 years probation and given a $100,000 fine. WCCB Political Contributor Mary C. Curtis gives some insight into the Petraeus case and why the judge went fairly easy on the former CIA director considering the seriousness of his lapse in judgment.
Apr242015
PRESSing Matters with Nick Taliaferro on WURD Philadelphia
David Swerdlick, Assistant Editor for The Washington Post, and Mary Curtis, Award Winning Journalist, join the round table discussion for this week’s national top stories, such as Hilary Clinton, candidate or no, and Michael Dyson says ”so long” to Cornell West.
Apr242015
U.S. Supreme Court challenges North Carolina’s voting district lines
North Carolina’s highest court will have to review the state’s new voting district lines, and race is at the heart of the debate. WCCB Political Contributor Mary C. Curtis stops by the studio to give some insight into what’s happening with these new lines and what it’s going to mean in 2016.
Apr222015
The President’s Key Points at Charlotte Town Hall
CHARLOTTE, NC — Wednesday Charlotte welcomed President Obama to Uptown Charlotte as he spoke about key issues throughout North Carolina. WCCB’s Political Contributor Mary C. Curtis sits down with Terrance following the President’s visit to discuss some of the key points in his speech.
Apr162015
