SUMMARY: Lissa Camp, a hairstylist, found her purpose after experiencing intimate partner violence in 2004, which resulted in the loss of fingers on her right hand. Despite her challenges, she learned to cut hair herself, transforming her adversities into empowerment. Lissa emphasizes hope, as 1 in 5 women and 1 in 7 men endure severe domestic violence. With her testimony, she aims to raise awareness about this issue and inspire others to embrace their gifts, even when it seems impossible. Through her craft, she seeks to cut away the stigma surrounding domestic violence, demonstrating resilience and courage.

Without fingers on her right hand after surviving domestic violence, Larissa Camp is sharing how to overcome and thrive.

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SUMMARY: The Georgia Budget and Policy Institute has identified 86 cities and counties that excessively rely on fines and fees for revenue, impacting taxpayers significantly. In cities like Leonia, Norcross, and Snellville, over 10% of local revenue comes from fines, with Norcross at 29%. This reliance disproportionately affects low-income individuals and communities of color. The Institute advocates for tax reform, including state Earned Income Tax Credits, to promote economic mobility. The trend of budget balancing through fines raises concerns about the fairness and sustainability of such practices in local governance.

A nonprofit policy organization has determined too many cities balance their budgets on the backs of taxpayers. The Georgia Budget and Policy Institute says some cities are abusive when it comes to levying fines.

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SUMMARY: Former President Barack Obama joined Vice President Kamala Harris for a significant rally in Georgia, alongside celebrities like Bruce Springsteen, Spike Lee, and Tyler Perry. The event drew 23,000 attendees who were urged to vote in the tight race leading up to the November 5 election. Obama emphasized the dangers of a second Trump presidency, highlighting critical issues like women’s rights. The rally aimed to energize supporters in the face of fierce competition, with Harris’s team already planning another star-studded event in Houston featuring Beyoncé. In response, the Trump campaign dismissed the celebrity endorsements as ineffective among the working class.

A long list of celebrities including director Spike Lee, actor Samuel L. Jackson, filmmaker Tyler Perry, and musician Bruce Springsteen, not to mention former President Barrack Obama came out in support of Vice President Kamala Harris in Atlanta.

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