Headlines continue about Kenosha County Circuit Judge Bruce Schroeder, the experienced jurist presiding over the Kyle Rittenhouse trial. For those of you who are unfamiliar with the case, here’s what it’s all about. Schroeder first received flack for barring the use of the word “victim”…
Most people want peace and harmony despite a person’s nationality, religious preferences, age, occupation, education, and skin color. We desire a safe environment in the workplace, school, and our communities. Most will agree that the level of incivility in recent years is toxic, although it…
Racial justice is the fair systemic treatment of everyone regardless of race. It is key to creating equitable opportunities for all. As a Social Justice Activist, I am often asked: “How can I help?” Here are a few ways each of us can take action…
October is National Pedestrian Safety Month, a time to remind drivers, walkers, and cyclists that staying safe is a shared responsibility. As the end of Daylight Savings Time approaches and nights become longer, the risk of pedestrian accidents increases. From September to February, over 30%…
Hispanic Heritage Month kicked off on September 15th and we’re celebrating with a special offer on the latest Zachary Blake Legal Thriller novel. Betrayal at the Border pits our nation’s broken immigration system against important human and social justice rights issues, spinning a tale that…
Join me and my co-host, Bob Gatty of NotFakeNews.biz, as we present commentary and interviews with attorneys, advocates, journalists, and everyday people with concerns about social justice issues. Check the schedule below and on my website (www.markmbello.com) for guests and topics. You never know w
Justice: the maintenance or administration of what is just especially by the impartial adjustment of conflicting claims or the assignment of merited rewards or punishment (Merriam Webster) The Justice Counts podcast isn’t only about the law; it focuses on challenging issues that matter to the people
More than 1 in 3 women and nearly 1 in 4 men experience sexual violence involving physical contact at some point in their lives, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. About 1 in 4 girls and 1 in 13 boys experience child…
Memorial Day 2020: George Floyd, a 46-year-old black man, died while being restrained by Minneapolis police. The incident set off national protests for racial justice and against police brutality that ignited a racial reckoning in the U.S. This week, almost a year after the tragedy,…
AWARD-WINNING WRITER ANNOUNCES LATEST ZACHARY BLAKE LEGAL THRILLER! “Supreme Betrayal expertly weaves the non-fiction elements of history, politics, and societal issues with the fictional counterparts of historical fiction, murder mystery, and political intrigue. It’s a truly engrossing read for all
February is Black History Month, a time to commemorate achievements by African Americans and recognize their role in U.S. history. However, while we should remember and honor the past, it is equally important to honor what is happening in our communities today and how we…
“It’s only words, and words are all I have to take your heart away.” -Barry Gibbs Last Wednesday’s presidential inauguration capped a remarkable two weeks for our country. In two short weeks, we’ve experienced hatred, division, evil, violence, destruction, horror, insurrection, and sedition. We’ve r
