Where Lived Truth Meets Public Power

A monthly column by Felicia Ray Owens—exploring the weight of personal truth, civic leadership, and cultural power. These stories rise from lived experience and speak with the clarity of a voice that refuses to whisper.

Rooted in community. Written to resonate.

COMING SOON

My original newspaper column launch date is scheduled for the last Saturday of June.

If that date changes, I will post it here.

June 15, 2025

Kennedy’s HHS Sent Congress ‘Junk Science’ To Defend Vaccine Changes, Experts Say

The HHS document backing Kennedy's vaccine policy is criticized for mischaracterizing studies and promoting disinformation about vaccine safety. #Vaccines #HealthPolicy #Disinformation #COVID19 #PublicHealth #ScienceMatters

May 5, 2025

The Fight to Be Believed: Long COVID’s Toll on Black Americans

Chimére Sweeney faced disbelief from doctors for two years before being diagnosed with long COVID. Her advocacy is vital for the Black community. #LongCOVID #HealthEquity #BlackVoices #Advocacy #ChronicIllness #COVID19

Where Lived Truth Meets Public Power

COMING SOON

Kennedy’s HHS Sent Congress ‘Junk Science’ To Defend Vaccine Changes, Experts Say

The Fight to Be Believed: Long COVID’s Toll on Black Americans

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