January 24, 2021
by Catherine Onyemelukwe
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Being Black in America I’ve been reading about being Black in America. Layla Saad, a Black woman from Oman, was the featured speaker for our Dr. Martin Luther King Day. She gave us advice on her insight on being Black … Continue reading
October 16, 2020
by Catherine Onyemelukwe
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Clem’s Funeral Who would have believed that Clem would be buried without me! It seems impossible! But Sam said today that they managed the burial well. Chinaku also called more recently; he said everything was perfect! About 40 guests were … Continue reading
August 23, 2020
by Catherine Onyemelukwe
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The events in Mali are great setbacks for regional diplomacy, with grave consequences for the peace and security of West Africa. It is time for the unconstitutional ‘authority’ in Mali to act responsibly and ensure restoration of constitutional order, peace … Continue reading
June 18, 2020
by Catherine Onyemelukwe
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Music for You: The Swan We are fortunate In Westport to have Beechwood Arts and Innovation, a nonprofit in support of music and the arts. Right now they are presenting a series of programs they are calling Amplify. “Join us … Continue reading
May 29, 2020
by Catherine Onyemelukwe
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All the Things I Can Do I have privilege as a white person because I can do all of these things without thinking twice: I can go birding (#ChristianCooper) I can go jogging (#AmaudArbery) I can take out my wallet … Continue reading
May 17, 2020
by Catherine Onyemelukwe
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Embrace Density A couple of days ago I read a NYTimes op-ed by Carol Galante called “Now Is the Time to Embrace Density.” Her article describes the housing crisis we face in the US. It has led to huge numbers … Continue reading
May 9, 2020
by Catherine Onyemelukwe
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The Corona Virus’ Disproportionate Burden I continue to think about the disparities of the Corona Virus’ effect on different racial groups. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s April 22 report says, “The effects of COVID-19 on the health of … Continue reading
May 5, 2020
by Catherine Onyemelukwe
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Evacuation Tomorrow! If there are no last minute delays, I’ll be flying home tomorrow on a US State Department evacuation flight from Lagos to Dulles Airport in Washington DC. My friend Jean offered to pick me up at the airport. … Continue reading
May 1, 2020
by Catherine Onyemelukwe
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Nigeria’s Covid-19 Response Ambassador John Campbell and Jack McCaslin, Research Associate, Africa Policy, at the Council on Foreign Relations, wrote about Nigeria’s response to the pandemic on April 28, So the information is already a couple of days old. From … Continue reading
April 11, 2020
by Catherine Onyemelukwe
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Message from the Virus Thanks to Dan Woog and his 06880 blog for this video. It’s a message for us all from the corona virus! Let me know your reaction. It’s a little harsh but I really liked it. What … Continue reading