WCP Story of the Week

This week's stories...

2020 Census Update: Diversity Rising and Response Rates

(Publish 07.05.2020) -- While people were making plans for Independence Day, which commemorates the establishment of the United States as...

May we never witness this again

Over the past weeks across the nation, united demonstrations have made the message clear: People have had enough of the ongoing struggle...

Symbols, Statues, and Substance

Socially isolated and alone in my home, I lifted my fist into the air when I learned that the Mississippi legislature voted to remove the...

New York State Board of Elections Faces Voting Challenges During Pandemic

WHITE PLAINS, NY -- June 30, 2020 -- As the Chairman of the Black Democrats of Westchester, I am very concerned about our current...

Youth Advocate, Joanne Dunn, Named Executive Director of the Youth Shelter Program of Westchester

MOUNT VERNON, NY -- Joanne Dunn of Peekskill, was well aware that her new role as executive director of The Youth Shelter Program of...

Our Commitment to Black Economic Sustainability

Over the last several months we’ve witnessed the awakening of communities across the country who’ve dedicated themselves to designing a...

Confederate Monuments and Symbols are Advertisements for a Product No One Wants Anymore. #TakeEmDow

“The Confederacy was on the wrong side of history and humanity. It sought to tear apart our nation and subjugate our fellow Americans to...

The Links COVID-19 Task Force Donates Tablets to Wartburg Residents

June 30 -- Westchester County (NY) Chapter of The Links Incorporated donated five tablets to The Wartburg as a part of its charitable...