SHAWN P. WILLIAMS Blog

On the Eve of Super (Duper) Tuesday, excitement/axiety abound

On the Eve of Super (Duper) Tuesday, excitement/axiety abound

Elizabeth said it best in a recent comment on Dallas South. Her comment was “As an Obama supporter, I’m so nervous and so excited all at the same time!” Like Elizabeth I’m an Obama supporter. Like Elizabeth, I’m excited. And like Elizabeth, I’m nervous. My hope is that Super Tuesday...

CONGRESSWOMAN JOHNSON TO HOST CONSUMER SURVIVAL WORKSHOP

CONGRESSWOMAN JOHNSON TO HOST CONSUMER SURVIVAL WORKSHOP

Washington DC – (Thursday, January 31, 2008) –  Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson, a Senior Member of the Texas Congressional Delegation, will host a financial survival day workshop on February 9, 2008 in Dallas. North Texas area homeowners, students, parents, and all interested in learning more about important educational tips for the most common financial...

Sponsored Post: Judge John Creuzot and former Judge Eric Moyé Endorsed in Democratic Primary by Dallas Morning News

Sponsored Post: Judge John Creuzot and former Judge Eric Moyé Endorsed in Democratic Primary by Dallas Morning News

DALLAS, Jan. 25, 2008 – The Dallas Morning News weighed in this week on two Dallas County Democratic Primary judicial races, giving the nod to current Criminal District Court 4 Judge John Creuzot in his re-election bid. The paper also endorsed former Judge Eric Moyé for the 14th Civil District...

Black and Missing asks “Where’s the news on Chioma Gray?”

Black and Missing asks “Where’s the news on Chioma Gray?”

I try not to post entire articles because I hate to block the traffic flow. But our friend Deidra has brought an interesting case to our attention out in California. “Not only is there no news on Chioma, but the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children website messed up...

Part Two of Dallas South interview with Barbara Trepagnier, author of Silent Racism

Part Two of Dallas South interview with Barbara Trepagnier, author of Silent Racism

Here's is the second and concluding part of my interview with Barbara Trepagnier on her book Silent Racism.  Dallas South:  How do White Americans like the ones you studied feel about the concept of institutional racism? Barbara Trepagnier: Most white people do not understand how racism works, which means they...

Dallas South interviews Barbara Trepagnier author of ‘Silent Racism’ (Part 1 of 2)

Dallas South interviews Barbara Trepagnier author of ‘Silent Racism’ (Part 1 of 2)

I ride around listening to NPR on KERA throughout the day, but it's rare that I catch Think hosted by Krys Boyd.  Last week I happened to land on 90.1 and heard the beginning of a conversation Ms. Boyd's was having with Barbara Trepagnier. Their discussion centered on Ms. Trepagnier's...

Dallas South Technical Changes

Dallas South Technical Changes

I'll be testing some new themes and different looks for Dallas South over the next week or so.  Hang with me and feel free to let me know what you think. Shawn

Erykah Badu – Honey Ms. Badu’s latest work has officially grown on me. Check out “Honey” by Dallas’ own Erykah Badu. Thanks to Carol H. for the heads up.

PAUL QUINN COLLEGE ANNOUNCES LAUNCH OF EXTENSIVE CONTINUING EDUCATION PROGRAM

PAUL QUINN COLLEGE ANNOUNCES LAUNCH OF EXTENSIVE CONTINUING EDUCATION PROGRAM

This February, Paul Quinn College will launch a Continuing Education program in an effort to expand its offerings and increase community involvement. Youth programs will focus on academic enhancement, fun and leisure, while adult classes offer personal, cultural and professional enrichment. Topics for the non-credit courses range from Computer Literacy...