Just Like My Dad inspires Black youth through mentorship
Elizabeth Johnson and Tyrell Plair publish a 54 page children’s book that shows a widowed coach becoming a father figure to four youths. The story emphasizes mentorship across churches, police, sports and communities, encouraging parent child dialogue and school curriculum use.
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Friend worries about pandemic's toxic effect Dear Amy
A reader asks how to handle a former coworker Gerry whose mental health has deteriorated during the pandemic. She posts abusive content tagging politicians as Nazis and was reportedly written up at work. The advice suggests one neutral outreach, then stepping back if met with hostility.
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