On D.C. School Closings – Dual Standards

In 2008 the District closed 23 public schools. Those closures followed the closing of some 55 public schools, beginning in 1976. Recently, Chancellor Kaya Henderson announced yet another round of closings, 15 in total, including 13 at the end of this school year and two additional schools at the end of next school year.

It is clear and undisputable that the closings in 2008 and those scheduled for 2013 and 2014 have had and will have a disproportionate impact on students of color and individuals with disabilities. …  

Law, War & Politics

By Johnny Barnes

I have studied law, and I have studied war and I have studied politics; and I have come to regard them as one in the same.

Like water and oil, the elements of each are separate and distinct. Yet, put them together, and they join. To the untrained eye, when mixed, they remain detached and discreet.…  

Barry Bonds is Benched, Out of Baseball – “Why?”

By Attorney Johnny Barnes

The star that now accompanies his name is not because he is an All Star. The star next to his name signals that some have pointed the finger of blame, accusing him of having the assistance of steroids on the road to his record-breaking career. Yet, he has tested negative for any performance enhancing drugs each and every time he has been tested.…