Truth Seekers Journal

Milton Kirby
Business & Finance
March 27, 2025
4 minutes Read

Senate Votes to Overturn Overdraft Fee Cap, Undermining Key Consumer Protections

Senate repeals CFPB rule capping overdraft fees, blocking future reforms. Move favors big banks, harms low-income families, and undermines consumer protections championed by Senator Warnock.

Milton Kirby
Business & Finance , Have You Seen
March 26, 2025
4 minutes Read

20 Million Predatory Loans Drained Over $2.4 Billion From Consumers

In 2022, predatory payday lenders drained $2.4B in fees from low-income, largely Black and Latino borrowers through high-interest, deceptive loans, Center for Responsible Lending report finds.

Milton Kirby
Business & Finance
March 25, 2025
6 minutes Read

What Every Small Business Needs to Know About the Corporate Transparency Act

Small businesses must file beneficial ownership reports under the Corporate Transparency Act to combat financial crimes—though enforcement is paused as of March 2025.

Milton Kirby
Community , Politics
March 25, 2025
7 minutes Read

What Lies Beneath: The Drowned History of Lake Lanier

Revealing the hidden history of Lake Lanier, Georgia’s playground, where a thriving Black community named Oscarville was erased by racial terror and forced displacement, leaving a legacy of injustice and resilience.

Milton Kirby
Black History , Community
March 23, 2025
4 minutes Read

One of the last surviving Tuskegee Airmen remembers struggle for recognition amid Trump’s DEI purge

Tuskegee Airmen Legacy Under Threat: Despite efforts to honor their memory, Black Air Force unit’s history is being erased under President Trump’s executive order, sparking bipartisan outrage and outrage from surviving airmen.

Milton Kirby
Arts & Entertainment , Education , Health , Politics , Science & Technology
March 23, 2025
18 minutes Read

Silent Strength: Extraordinary Women in the Margins of History

Learn about the remarkable stories of 20 trailblazing women who broke barriers in science, art, aviation, and more, shaping history and inspiring future generations with their courage and determination.

Milton Kirby
Community
March 18, 2025
4 minutes Read

A Five-Minute Walk to Recreation and Solitude

DeKalb County, Georgia, boasts 113 parks and 10 recreational centers, offering residents diverse opportunities for fitness, leisure, and cultural engagement, fostering a strong sense of community and well-being.

Milton Kirby
Black History , Community , Politics
March 18, 2025
6 minutes Read

Selma’s Bloody Sunday makes 60 years – An estimated 15,000 mark the solemn day that changed America – minus Republicans

60th Anniversary of Selma to Montgomery March: Thousands Gather to Honor Foot Soldiers and Fight for Voting Rights. Inspirational speeches and reflections on the past, present, and future of American equality and justice were shared by prominent leaders and a 7th-grade foot soldier from 1965.

Milton Kirby
Education , Have You Seen
March 17, 2025
9 minutes Read

Dr. Bobbie J. Little – A Teacher First

Dr. Bobbie Jeanne Little: A Lifetime of Service and Education Discover the inspiring story of Dr. Bobbie Jeanne Little, a dedicated educator and advocate for youth and families, with a 45-year career in education and community service.

Milton Kirby
Business & Finance , Politics
March 14, 2025
7 minutes Read

EU beer and winemakers fear business will dry up under Trump’s tariffs

US President Trump’s tariffs threat sparks fear in Europe’s drinks industry, with wine and spirits producers warning of devastating impact on jobs and exports, potentially crippling key markets.

Milton Kirby
Business & Finance , Have You Seen , Health
March 10, 2025
8 minutes Read

No Retirement For Me

Jonathan Clements reflects on the life changes driven by his terminal cancer diagnosis at age 61. Despite his prior focus on frugality and saving for retirement, he now prioritizes enjoying daily life, simplifying finances, and ensuring his family’s financial security. His philosophy embraces making meaningful memories while managing his health challenges.

Milton Kirby
Business & Finance , Politics , Sports
March 9, 2025
2 minutes Read

Trump Golf Weekends’ Cost To Taxpayers Hits $18.2 Million

Donald Trump has spent over $18 million in taxpayer money on golfing since his second term began, playing at his Florida courses on 13 occasions out of 48 days in office. This spending could surpass the $151.5 million spent during his first term, raising concerns about the associated costs and security measures.

Milton Kirby
Politics
March 9, 2025
4 minutes Read

Al Green Accepts Consequences for Speech Disruption – Says He Will Do It Again

During President Trump’s address on March 4, 2025, Congressman Al Green protested proposed cuts to Social Security and Medicare, leading to his censure by the House. Despite backlash, Green emphasized the need to protect these programs and vowed to file articles of impeachment against Trump, asserting the importance of advocating for the underserved.

Milton Kirby
Black History , Education , Have You Seen , Politics
March 6, 2025
5 minutes Read

“Justice Denied: Supreme Court Declares Black Americans Have No Rights”

The Dred Scott v. Sandford case, culminating in a Supreme Court ruling on March 6, 1857, denied freedom to Dred Scott and ruled African Americans could not be U.S. citizens. This decision invalidated the Missouri Compromise and intensified national tensions over slavery, fueling the path to the Civil War and inspiring the abolitionist movement.

Milton Kirby
Arts & Entertainment
March 3, 2025
5 minutes Read

The Florida Keys

Stretching off the southern coast of Florida, the Florida Keys are a remarkable chain of tropical islands and coral cays that boast a unique blend of natural beauty, cultural heritage, and storied history.

Milton Kirby
Arts & Entertainment , Business & Finance , Community , Education , Politics
February 19, 2025
4 minutes Read

Fulton County: An Economic, Cultural, and Educational Hub for Georgia

By Milton Kirby | Atlanta, GA | February 19, 2025 According to Board of Commissioners Chairman Robb Pitts in his annual State of the County address, Fulton County continues to…