Author: Ken Mejia-Beal

Ken Mejia-Beal is first and foremost an activist and a supporter of the underdog. He is an elected committeeman in his residence of Lisle, IL. He is also a political strategist that has worked on several campaigns across the country. Ken is also a speech writer and has given speeches to small and large crowds across America about resisting, persisting, and badassery.

The Intersection of Racism, Climate Change & Environmental Deregulation

Posted on by Ken Mejia-Beal in Civil & Human Rights

Back in April, I had the fortunate opportunity to speak at the 2018 Democratic Gala of DuPage County. The keynote speaker at this event was the mayor of San Juan, Carmen Yulin Cruz. I was blown away by her poise and ability to captivate the entire room. As she recalled the events of Hurricane Maria, … Continue reading The Intersection of Racism, Climate Change & Environmental Deregulation →

HIV/AIDS and the Right-Wing Republican Agenda

Posted on by Ken Mejia-Beal in The GOP Con

Recently, the Trump administration dismissed every member of the Presidential Advisory Council on HIV and AIDS, and HIV/AIDS research has been halted. Trump has made it clear throughout his life how he feels about persons with HIV/AIDS. In the ‘80s, Trump became associates with the infamously ruthless and closeted Roy Cohn.  Cohn stated at Trump’s … Continue reading HIV/AIDS and the Right-Wing Republican Agenda →