The many hassles that drivers are facing traveling the local roadways and major highways have cast a different light on urban transportation and its related problems A committee led by former transportation representatives has outlined the need for almost $200 billion to upgrade transportation systems in the United States and President Barack Obama is requesting a more palpable amount in the $50 billion range to address many of the immediate highway and bridge needs

With a Black President, many discussions have been re-kindled regarding the treatment of Blacks in various facets of American society One area that still lacks in the depth required to first, identify problems and issues, and second, outline and implement solutions involves the care and support of Black veterans

The ongoing discussions and protests surrounding health care reform have brought out many hidden agendas to the forefront of America’s societal framework Issues of race, gender, class, geography, physical limitations and age have been used towards proactive and destructive ends with buzz words including “nationalized healthcare” receiving rallying cries of support as well as tea party protests

New York State has a historic track record with the caliber of Black politicians it has launched onto the national platform With congressional dynamos including the late Adam Clayton Powell Jr