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MLK50: Justice Through Journalism

On poverty, power and public policy

Author Archives: Tammy Joyner

Posted inCoronavirus

She cared for COVID-19 patients — but when she caught the virus, she fought it alone

by Tammy Joyner September 4, 2020December 7, 2020

Correction: The headline on a previous version of this story said that Sepia Coleman contracted the coronavirus from a patient. It has not been confirmed exactly how she was infected. Taking care of others is second nature for Sepia Coleman. The certified nursing assistant (CNA) and home health aide has spent 24 years doing just […]

Posted inVoting

Problem-plagued absentee ballots may play large role in election outcome

by Tammy Joyner August 6, 2020October 6, 2020
Posted inJobs

Fear, skepticism follow Memphians back to work during reopening phases

by Tammy Joyner May 15, 2020October 5, 2020
Posted inCoronavirus

Can’t find daycare? Can’t do social distancing while on the job?

by Tammy Joyner May 15, 2020October 5, 2020

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