Father. Husband. Healthcare disruptor. Foodie. Bicyclist. World traveler. (Opinions expressed are my own.)
Minneapolis, MN
Joined July 2015
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Pleasant Radford Jr retweeted
Today, I signed a bill into law restoring voting rights for over 55,000 formerly incarcerated people – the largest expansion of voting rights in Minnesota in half a century.
Minnesota will continue to lead in the fight to keep our elections safe, free, and fair for all.
The history of reproductive medicine in the U.S. is built on the pain and suffering of enslaved Black women — and maternal health disparities continue today. Check out my chat w/Mohamed Kamara, on his solution, @inovfithealth, to tackle the issue podcasts.apple.com/us/podcas…
Combining Hispanic ethnicity and race into one question is harmful. This US Census proposal assumes that all Latinos are a monolith and, in fact, Latin@s are comprised of different races. This is a bad proposal. Learn how to stop this below 👇🏾 latinoisnotarace.info/
#MarchMadness let the games begin!
“The long arc of history will grind you into dust and... you will be remembered for the sycophants that you are," he said. "That’s what history does.” - Rev. Dr. John C. Dorhauer, leader of the church that founded New College in 1960 apple.news/Aw5FQifBtRJKSlVkZ…
Pleasant Radford Jr retweeted
The #CROWNAct is an essential piece of legislation that builds a more inclusive state by protecting Minnesotans from hair discrimination. Thank you for your leadership on this issue, Rep. Esther Agbaje!
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Student debt cancellation means home ownership, intergenerational wealth, economic mobility, investments in community & closing the racial wealth gap.
@POTUS, it’s time.
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A 4-day working week is being trialled for six months and campaigners say the longer weekend would give shoppers not only more time to buy, eat out and socialise, but also increase spending related to hobbies such as gardening and DIY.
I registered for the next #RacismandtheEconomy webinar on Sept 9 which will examine how systemic racism impacts health and, ultimately, economic outcomes. Join the conversation by registering for this event hosted by the 12 Federal Reserve District Banks: bit.ly/37ossEP
Morgan Health bets big with @verawholehealth on Medicaid/Medicare globally capitated primary care model to improve whole person health. #healthequity healthcarefinancenews.com/ne…
It’s an honor and privilege to be appointed to @GovTimWalz Community Council on Inclusion & Equity. What a treat to learn from and work with dynamic, dedicated state leaders to continue to transform Minnesota into an equitable and inclusive state! news.yahoo.com/gov-tim-walz-…
Pleasant Radford Jr retweeted
Five years ago, Philando Castile was shot by a police officer during a traffic stop. Valerie Castile lost her child, the students of J.J. Hill lost Mr. Phil, and we lost a beloved member of our community. Say his name and continue to shine a light on the injustices in our state.
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A century ago, a prosperous Black neighborhood perished in the Tulsa Race Massacre at the hands of a white mob. Hundreds were killed. Buildings burned. Years of Black success were erased. We recreated the neighborhood in 3D to show what was lost. nyti.ms/3p0lLB3
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Black women are the backbone of our communities, and it’s time we recognize them for it.
In celebration of #WomensHistoryMonth, we want to uplift the women you know who keep shattering glass ceilings and working to make life better for all of us.
naacp.org/phenomenal-women/
The FCC Has Officially Voted to Kill Net Neutrality. Now What? - Slate IMO, this is not a good move for small businesses, start-ups and the general public. #KeepNetNeutrality apple.news/A10gT5R9LQte4XA5k…
Why the French are arguing over a small dot - The Economist apple.news/AzKv5FPHGQSePZ9zv…
Revisiting 'Get Out,' Jordan Peele's 2017 Horror Masterpiece - The Atlantic apple.news/AGZD8IlHQQzKt_UXn…