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Interpersonal EDGE: GOOD INTENTIONS MISUNDERSTOOD? HERE’S WHAT TO DO!
By Dr. Daneen SkubeTribune Media Services
Q. I have a coworker who has decided I’m trying to undermine him. He has completely misunderstood several interactions and will only talk to me long enough to accuse me of my latest “sin.” I’ve also discovered he lied to me about several facts. How do I fix this problem?
Celebrating 10 Years: Judge Greg Mathis Still Insightful and Inspirational From Behind Bars to Passing the Bar
When Judge Greg Mathis was a child growing up in gritty streets of Detroit a different type of “street law” was implemented during the turbulent times of the 70’s.
As a child, laying in bed at night in an apartment in a Detroit housing project, he would have never dreamed that he would be one of the most popular judges in the nation. More exciting, is that he was one of the original pioneers in reality television providing viewers a syndicated courtroom show with a stream of colorful litigants.
Exploring the Sikhs – Seek and You Shall Find
Understanding the Sikh Turban
The turbans (dastaar) that Sikh Indians wear aren’t just for show, their turbans are a sign of respectability and an article of faith.
Turbans are a part of Sikh history. Most Sikhs don’t cut their hair and keep it covered.
Since 9-11, many Sikhs have been unfairly targeting for wearing turbans. They are misidentified as Muslims, primarily because Osama bin Laden wears a head wrap.
Sikhs are not Muslim they follow the religion of Sikhism, which originated in Punjab. Turbans are a part of their strength.
Over the centuries they have fought and died to continue the right to not cut their hair and wear a turban.
Tying a turban is an art and wearing one is a right.
CLINTON WINS PENNSYLVANIA PRIMARY: But she still can’t over come Obama delegate lead.
We have to give Hilary Rodham Clinton her props. In spite of the odds, she’s found a way to hang in there.
Update: Jasmine Starr Miles
LANSING, MI — “A Daughter’s Love Continues to Shine” has continued to garner comments from across the community. In the April 13, 2008 – April 26, 2008 edition, we wrote about Jasmine Miles, who was struck and killed by an auto on St. Joseph Street. Her mother, Michelle Miles, bravely talked about the events that lead up to that fateful day.
News Briefs 7-7
Spring means the return of the robin to Michigan, but it also means many residents’ thoughts turn to building or sprucing up their own nests. The Michigan Department of Labor & Economic Growth reminds consumers of important tips that will help them avoid common – and often costly – mistakes while building or renovating a home.
With anger and hope, hundreds plot greater diversity for Michigan
EAST LANSING, MI — Community leaders and activists gathered recently to acknowledge their collective anger and chart a new course for diversity in Michigan in the wake of the 2006 passage of Proposal 2 banning affirmative action.
THE RICHARDSON REPORT and As I See It… 7-7
Why is America Still in Iraq? The Answer is Pride
The Death of 11-year-old, Kahlil Hoard: No Police Report, No Answers
LANSING, MI — On Saturday, December 15, 2007, Kahlil Hoard was shopping for gifts for his siblings, mother and grandmother for Christmas with 50 other young boys.