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    Aug 23 2025
    Sec. 2-5. - Code of ethics for officials and employees of the city. "Interference with administrative services by members of city council. No city council member shall interfere with any city administrative service for which the city manager or other appointed city officers are responsible. Except for the purpose of inquiry, the city council member shall deal with such administrative services solely through the city manager. No council member shall give orders to any subordinate of the city manager or other appointed city officer, either publicly or privately. No council member shall attempt to coerce or influence the city manager or other appointed city officers with respect to any particular contract or administrative action. Nothing in this provision shall prohibit a city council member from requesting public information from city employees."
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  • Petersburg, Virginia
    Jul 4 2025

    Cities are left behind by individuals for numerous reasons, often incorporating a range of economic, social, and personal influences. These factors can include high costs of living, housing affordability issues, crime, a desire for a different lifestyle, and changing demographics.

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    21 mins
  • Self confidence
    May 26 2025

    "No one can make you feel inferior without your consent." - Eleanor Roosevelt

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    9 mins
  • BLACK WEALTH and marketing
    Apr 14 2025

    "The racial wealth gap refers to the disparities in wealth accumulation between different racial groups, particularly the gap between White Americans and Black and Hispanic Americans. This gap is evident in various areas, including homeownership, access to capital, and overall net worth. The gap has persisted and even widened over time, despite some wealth growth for Black and Hispanic households."

    • "Community Engagement: Engaging with Black communities to understand their needs and preferences can help create more relevant and beneficial marketing initiatives".

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    13 mins
  • Life is the hardest game, get good at it
    Apr 12 2025

    The youth are misguided, just running with no direction .. Sometimes a helping hand will accelerate a dormant talent, or skill within a person. Just like you should never underestimate your opponent, don't underestimate anyone,

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    14 mins
  • Emasculation and ignored
    Feb 17 2025

    "Listen, ain't no sense in voting.Same song with a different name Might not be in the back of the bus but it sure feels just the same." -"Dear Mr. Man" by Prince

    This episode may have feedback because the discussion was over the phone.

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    19 mins
  • Recognition and the obsession
    Jan 13 2025

    Recognition is a big part of being human. It helps us connect with others and grow. But when we need it too much, it can be a problem. In our digital age, social media makes it even harder to get recognition. We’re constantly checking our phones for likes and comments, and it can be addictive.

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    13 mins
  • THE DEATH OF R&B MUSIC
    Dec 28 2024

    We do not own the rights to any of the music in this episode.

    The Black community's invaluable gift to the world has been supplanted by music that glorifies violence and degrades women.

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    9 mins