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Kandise Lucas, PhD

BlackCommentator.com Guest Commentator, Kandise N. Lucas, PhD, is corporate-American-turned-educator that evolved into a community activist in an effort to address the injustices that she witnessed throughout our communities, whether they occurred within the church house or the school house. She served as the Director of Children's Ministry Services for one of Richmond, Virginia's largest African-American churches for several years, where she had the privilege of ministering monthly to thousands of children. Presently, she is the spokeswoman for The Community Council for Integrity In Education, (CCIE), which is a grassroots organization promoting accountability, responsibility, and excellence among public school officials. Ms. Lucas holds both Doctorate and Master's degree in Special Education, in addition to possessing a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology and Chemistry. Her passions include education and advocacy, which she claims are the same thing. She attributes her success to God and her strong family roots. Kandise resides in Virginia with her daughter, Johlie, and her husband, Charles, who are the true “loves of my life.” Click here to contact Dr. Lucas.

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Confessions of a Mega-Church Member

By Kandise Lucas, PhD

Senator Grassley’s most recent actions have compelled me to make a confession as a mega church member. He is exposing what an increasing amount of us have known for years. These “CEO/Pastor/Reverend/Doctors” have been fleecing the flock for years. For them, money does matter, in fact it is the only thing that matters. Some may…

Senator Grassley's most recent actions have compelled me to make a confession as a mega church member. He is exposing what an increasing amount of us…

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