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In response to anti-trans comments by Texas Gov. Greg Abbott and Attorney General Ken Paxton, Shelli Poe declares that her trans stepson is not broken—he is affirmed in his gender identity, loved and wonderfully made.
David Dennis Jr., who grew up in Jackson, Miss., is living into his father’s example today, though in a manner better suited to the internet age and his formidable skills as a writer.
Rob Rosenthal, psychologist and an assistant clinical professor at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, lead an adult therapy group focused on skills to manage ADHD. Rosenthal has compiled numerous strategies to help anyone who has trouble harnessing their attention, whether or not they’ve received a formal ADHD diagnosis.
Bridget Bartlett writes that the possible overturning of Roe. v. Wade highlights a grave problem in the Magnolia State: a severe shortage of reproductive-health physicians.
Media reports have highlighted the plight of mothers, fathers and caregivers across the U.S. who have scrambled to find scarce supplies, or driven long distances to buy formula. But what is behind the shortage? And how can it be prevented from happening again? Dr. Steven Abrams, a leading expert on pediatric health at the University of Texas who has advised both the formula industry and government on infant nutrition, answers 6 questions and offers advice for parents.
Tune in Thursday, May 12 at 6 p.m. on MFP’s Facebook page or YouTube channel to hear President Hudson discuss with Kimberly Griffin and Donna Ladd what’s happening now at Jackson State and his vision for the University’s future and the capital city around it.
What does it mean to “codify” Roe v. Wade? And why has it not been done before? Linda C. McClain, an expert on civil rights law and feminist legal theory at Boston University School of Law, answers seven questions.
Shanina Carmichael reflects on her experiences as a woman, mother and wife during the COVID-19 pandemic, and how the love from her village of Mississippi women continues to guide and uplift her despite the many challenges her family endured. “Losing access to schools, childcare providers and friend groups was more frightening to me than the disease itself,” Carmichael writes.
Tune in to MFP Live Thursday, May 5, at 6 p.m., on the MFP Facebook page or YouTube channel as Donna Ladd and Kimberly Griffin talk with Dr. Lucille Green about her life as a lifelong learner, as well as her experiences as a participant in the Civil Rights Movement.Â
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