“This decision is not about diminishing the suffering of innocent Palestinians or denying anyone the right to advocate on their behalf,” Kraft wrote in a statement.
Rodney Baltimore interviews South Florida Community Leaders
Rodney Baltimore interviews Cora Daise Human Service Director at the Hepburn Center and Board Member Qunea Gordon of Friends of the Hepburn Center for the 'Pickle Ball Experience' Saturday September 19, 2026 at the Golden Isle Tennis Center 500 Ergret Drive in Hallandale Beach Fl from 11am to 1pm. This fun fundraiser will assist with finanical support to the Hepburn Center with patient medical bills and other social serivce needs. All skill are invited to attend contact (954) 457-1460 cost is $30 per person.
Rodney Baltimore interviews Board Member Colin Smith of the Louise Coverley Bennett Heritage Council for the stage production of 'Bedward: The Musical' on stage at the Lauderhill Performing Arts Center (LPAC) September 19th at 7:30pm September 20th at 4pm 206. 3800 NW 11th Place Lauderhill, FL 33311 (441 & Sunrise Blvd). Alexander Bedward was a key religious & social justice leader in Jamaica, W.I. who fought against white oppression and championed Black Dignity a precursor to Marcus Garvey. This play celebrates the culture, music, of the time of the 1920's. 25 member cast with great acting, customs and plenty of music. contact (954) 777-2055
Rodney Baltimore interviews Founder & Principal Dr. LaToya Tucker Robinson of the Phoenix Academy of Excellence Charter School for student enrollment for the 2026-2027 school year. Phoenix Academy has 2 campuses in Miami Dade County design for student who may have difficulty academically, attendance.,or behaviorial issues student Individual Education Plan (IEP) grades 6-8. Uniform are required free breakfast, lunch and transportation to both campuses.North Campus 2349 NW 175th Street in Miami Gardens,FL and Central Campus 7900 NW 79th Street in the Northside Shopping Center.Contact (305) 943-2505
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Maestro speaks with Dr. Rosemary Carrera - Founder & C.E.O. of 305 Pink Pack
Maestro speaks with Peggy Boule-Washington - Division Director of Economic Sustainability, Palm Beach County Housing and Economic Development on Palm Beach County's Heirs' Property Family Wealth Protection Project.
Maestro speaks with Sharon Hughes - Family & Youth Resource Director of the South Florida YMCA, and Latoya Lacreshia Gordon - Brace Advisor for Broward County Public Schools about CMG Miami's College & Culture: The HBCU Experience event focusing on higher education with a focus on HBCUs.
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