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Is there a political future for the FLOTUS?

Have you noticed First Lady Michelle Obama seems to be everywhere lately? Could this be part of a bigger plan for her to run for political office later on? Rev. Sharpton talks to Allison Samuels and Mary C. Curtis for more.

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Harriet Tubman on the $20: Token Gesture, or a Good Start?

When she served as a Union spy during the Civil War or returned time after time to lead enslaved people to freedom over trails she herself had blazed, Harriet Tubman operated in stealth. Today she is the center of attention and debate. That’s what happens when an African American icon...

2015 SPJ Green Eyeshade Awards

Honored to win two awards in online category: First in serious commentary; second in political reporting.

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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...

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...

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...

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.

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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,...

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...

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.

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