Thinking for ourselves Cities for Democratic Action by Shea Howell February 25, –  March 3, 2012 Cities foster democratic action. They bring together strangers who must craft a sense of common purpose to simply carry on daily life. Often, where there are tremendous differences in cultures, historical experiences, and future aspirations, cities create a more [...]

Thinking for ourselves Support Metro Foodland By Shea Howell February 14, 2012 A group of Detroiters are calling upon us to show our appreciation for Metro Foodland. It is the only local grocery stores owned by an African American. For 27 years Mr. James Hooks has provided service to the community. Now, as so many [...]

Thinking for Ourselves Style and Substance By Shea Howell February 7,2012 Detroit is bracing for another round of school closings. While lacking the arrogance and of his predecessor, Robert Bobb, Emergency Financial Manager Roy S. Roberts has made it clear more schools will be shut down. Highlighting the difference in management styles, Roy Roberts has [...]

Thinking for ourselves Foundations punishing power By Shea Howell Feb 4-11, 2012 Foundations wield enormous power in defining problems and determining solutions. In Detroit, as in much of the country, this is especially clear in the education of our children. Gates, Walmart and Broad have been directing educational policies, with little or no public accountability. [...]