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COMMUNITY VOL. XXXVIII Number 32 March 5, 2014
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Vel Phillips (seated), the first woman and African American in the history of the Milwaukee Common Council, is surrounded by past and present aldermen of color during a ceremony recognizing her and former Council President and Alderman Willie Hines, Jr. (third from left) during the regular meeting of the council at City Hall Tuesday. With Hines and Phillips are current aldermen (left to right) Jose Perez, Ashanti Hamilton, Willie Wade, Milele Coggs and Joe Davis, Sr. (Photo by Yvonne Kemp)
Photos/question by Yvonne Kemp
QUESTION OF THE WEEK:
“How important is it to present a positive Black male image to our Black boys?”
HARRY ODEN: “It’s important to let young men know there is so much positive and good in the world. (It’s) great to see so many Black men who are successful and they too can achieve (if they) keep their eyes on the prize; believe you can be successful.”
Common Council honors Vel Phillips and Willie Hines
GOLDEN YEARS
Rahman Malik (second from left) and Demetrius Brown (second from right) proudly show-off the awards for being positive Black male role models to their community. With them are (from left to right): Eighth Grade Teacher Janet Butler, Eighth Grade Teacher Grace Scott, and MLK Elementary Principal Dr. Christlyn Stanley.
MARK SAIN: “Our community needs leadership and what better way to develop it is by sharing ideas with our young males. They are the future of our community and we have to empower them with tools for their success.”
Tax Tips and Retirement Planning By Kathy Gaillard
ORLANDO C. RICE: “As a 20 year volunteer, to share our stories of making a meaningful contribution to society. Luke 12:48 says, ‘To whom much is given, much is required.’”
TYRONE P. DUMAS: “To present a positive role model that can compete with the streets negativity by providing guidance, love, compassion mentoring and character as an example of success in life.”
Attorney Vel Phillips and former Common Council President Willie L. Hines, Jr. were recognized Tuesday during the regular meeting of the full Council at City Hall. Phillips celebrated her 90th birthday on February 18, and Hines vacated his seat on the Council, resigning as 15th District Alderman and Common Council President, effective February 1 to become assistant director of the Housing Authority of the City of Milwaukee. In 1956 Philips became the first alderwoman in Milwaukee’s history and the first African American on the Council. In 1971, she became the first African American woman to serve as a judge in Wisconsin and the first woman to serve as a judge in Milwaukee. In 1978 she made history as the first woman and African American elected to a constitutional office as the Secretary of State for Wisconsin. Hines was elected 15th District Alderman in 1996, and in 2004 was elected by his peers as Common Council President, the top Council leadership position. A former longtime chair of the Housing Authority board, Hines’ leadership approach has championed equality, inclusiveness and diversity.
Twenty-five Black male adult professionals once again descended on Dr. Martin Luther King Elementary School, 3275 N. 3rd St., for the recently held 20th annual African American Male Teach-In. The theme of this year’s event was: “Twenty Years and Still We Rise.” The professional Black men went to classrooms and taught a class and shared their life experiences with the students, especially the male students. The event included what has become a “rite of passage,” “The Gauntlet” where the men praised, patted on the shoulder, and “High-Five’d” the male students of the school as a way of encouraging them to do well in school and succeed in life. Two Black men were honored with African American Male Image Awards: Rahman Malik and Demetrius Brown. Entertainment was provided by the Imani Dancers.
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Trayvon Martin's Mother to Speak at MATC Soul Food Celebration March 14
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Sybrina Fulton, mother of Trayvon Martin, will be the keynote speaker Friday, March 14, at the 22nd annual Soul Food Celebration, sponsored by Milwaukee Area Technical College’s Black Student Union and Office of Student Life. Part of MATC’s Black History Month celebration, Fulton will present “Empowering Our Sybrina Fulton Youth.” A reception begins at 5:30 p.m. and the program/dinner starts at 6:30 p.m. at the Marcus Center for the Performing Arts, 929 N. Water St. Tickets are $50, and proceeds benefit MATC’s Black Student Union. Advance tickets for the dinner will be available in Room M322 in the Main Building and S303 in the Student Center at MATC’s Downtown Milwaukee Campus, 700 W. State St. They are also available at the Cashier Offices at MATC’s Downtown Milwaukee, Mequon, Oak Creek and West Allis campuses. A limited number of tickets will be available at the door. For more information, call (414) 297-6306. Martin died during a violent confrontation in Florida with neighborhood watch coordinator George Zimmerman in 2012. The publicity surrounding the Zimmerman shooting trial sparked national debate. Since her son’s death, Fulton has dedicated her life to bringing about social change. She speaks against violence toward children, and advocates for safer communities and educating children about civil rights and acceptance.
So you finally retired. Now you can have a life of leisure. You can sleep in. You can do all the things you enjoy—travel, golf, take in an afternoon movie. You can spend more time with the grandkids. You may even decide to follow your passion and start that, ‘side’ business you’ve been dreaming of for years. And, you don’t have to file taxes. But, wait, maybe you do need to file taxes. Some retired older adults think that since they no longer work or are self-employed, they don’t have to file taxes. Unfortunately, this may not always be the case. Even if you collect Social Security, you may owe taxes. According to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), you must file a tax return when your gross income exceeds the sum of the standard deduction for your filing status plus one exemption amount. While your Social Security income does not count as gross income, there may be some exceptions if you work or are self-employed. If Social Security is your sole source of income, then you don't need to file a tax return. In general, when you file for Social Security, if you continue to earn money—through self-employment or some other employment—you may need to file taxes, according to the Internal Revenue Service.
If you are unmarried and at least 65 years of age, then you must file an income tax return if your gross income is $11,500 or more. However, if you live on Social Security benefits, you do not include this as gross income. If Social Security is the only income you receive, your gross income equals zero. However, if you earn other income that is not tax-exempt, then each year you must determine whether the total exceeds $11,500. If you are married and file a joint return with a spouse who is also 65 or older, you must file a return if your combined gross income is $22,400 or more. If your spouse is under 65 years old, then the threshold amount decreases to $21,200. Keep in mind that these income levels only apply to the 2013 tax year, and generally increase slightly each year. There are some circumstances when individuals must include their Social Security benefits as gross income. For example, if you are married but file a separate tax return and live with your spouse at any time during the year, then all of your Social Security benefits are considered gross income, which may require you to file a tax return. In addition, a portion of your Social Security benefits are included in gross income, regardless of your filing status, (continued on page 7)
MCJ Editor among recipients of Black Excellence Awards
Milwaukee Community Journal Editor Thomas E. Mitchell, Jr. (pictured at right, far right with honoree Monte Mabra [center] of Voice of the Fatherless Child, and Tracey Dent of Voices Against Violence Coalition and Peace for Change Alliance [far left]) was one of 34 community professionals (pictured above) honored at the 29th annual Black Excellence Awards presented by the Milwaukee Times. (Photos by Yvonne Kemp)
P OLITICS & G OVERNMENT
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COMMON COUNCIL: Surveillance camera pilot grant program targets businesses, commercial corridors
A city matching grant pilot program that will bring police-monitored surveillance cameras to individual businesses and commercial corridors across Milwaukee will be unveiled Friday, March 7 on the near south side. The collaborative public safety initiative sponsored by Common Council President Michael J. Murphy, Alderman Bob Donovan, Alderman Joe Davis, Sr. and supported by Mayor Tom Barrett, will use a $250,000 matching grant fund provided by the Milwaukee Police Department and the city’s Community Development Grants Administration (CDGA) that will help provide monitored surveillance cameras in commercial corridors in Police Districts 2, 3, 5 and 7 where Business Improvement Districts (BIDs) and other like groups exist to support and help fund improvements. Safe and Sound, Inc. will administer the pilot program, which will expire at the end of 2014. Details of the program will be unveiled Friday during a news conference at 10:00 a.m. at Wild Flour Bakery, 2800 W. Lincoln Ave. Stock Photo President Murphy, Alderman Donovan, and Police Chief Edward Flynn are expected to be joined at the news conference by Mayor Tom Barrett and Katie Sanders of Safe & Sound. President Murphy said individual businesses, BIDs and business associations will be provided an opportunity to match the grant funds for the installation of cameras, which have become standard public safety tools in shopping and commercial areas across the U.S. He noted the location of the news conference – Wild Flour Bakery – was selected because it was the site of a successful MPD investigation brought about by footage from a mounted Operation Impact surveillance camera in 2007. “It is now quite commonplace in business and commercial districts across the U.S. and the world to have mounted surveillance cameras monitoring activity, because they have proven very effective in helping to deter crime and also helping to solve crimes,” President Murphy said.
Supervisors say “It’s Time to Move Forward on Transit” They Urge the County Executive to Issue a New Transit RFP
County Board Chairwoman Marina Dimitrijevic, Supervisors Michael Mayo, Sr., Anthony Staskunas and Theo Lipscomb said today that it is "time for Milwaukee County to move forward on transit," calling on the County Executive to re-open transit bids. Mayo, Chairman of Administrative Determination Review Committee (ADRC), and Staskunas, Vice-Chairman, said that since the ADRC rejected the process that awarded a transit contract, it was critical that a new Request for Proposal be issued as soon as possible. Staskunas said the ADRC, with the assistance and guidance of Milwaukee County Corporation Counsel, deliberated carefully, and he said that the County Executive could learn from the findings of the Committee to improve the process. "It is up to the County Executive to issue a new RFP that is transparent, above-board and reasonable," Stasku-
nas said. "All interested parties should come forward in a new process that is fair and objective. The Administration can learn from past mistakes and take steps to make this new process a fair one." Mayo, who is also Chairman of the County Board's Transportation, Public Works and Transit Committee, pointed out that neither his committee nor the County Board had ever received a copy of the proposed contract. Lipscomb said: "The residents and employers of Milwaukee County expect a dependable transportation system and we have a duty to ensure a responsible process is used to protect the public and provide the community with the best value." Lipscomb added that the Board has already voted to begin transitioning transit in-house starting April 1, and pursuing an RFP for management on a parallel track is not inconsistent with that policy. "The time is now for the County Executive and the County Board to come together and find the best way to move forward," Dimitrijevic said. "Public transit is vital to growing our local economy and we are looking for the most efficient, modern, and reliable way for our residents to get around our county."
CORRECTION: On the front page story above the masthead of the February 26, 2014 edition of the Community Journal on former Milwaukee County Board Supervisor Eyon Biddle announcing his candidacy for the 15th aldermanic seat vacated last month by former Common Council President Willie Hines, we reported that as a member of the Board Biddle created a $20 million jobs initiative. The actual amount was $2 million. Eyon Biddle
Alderman Davis to hold three town hall meetings this week
Alderman Joe Davis, Sr. has scheduled three 2nd District town hall meetings for this week. The town hall meetings give residents a chance to talk about important issues in the neighborhood and in the city of Milwaukee. The meeting dates, times and locations are: • Tuesday, March 4 at 6:30 p.m. Madison High School, 8135 W. Florist Ave. (auditorium) • Wednesday, March 5 at 6:30 p.m. Goodwill Industries – James O. Wright Center for Work Joe Davis, Sr. and Training, 6055 N. 91st St. • Thursday, March 6 at 6:30 p.m. Carmen Middle/High School of Science and Technology (Northwest Campus), 5496 N. 72nd St. (auditorium) “I look forward to hearing from residents and business owners, and I hope many will be able to make it to at least one or two meetings,” Alderman Joe Davis, Sr. said.
Gwen Moore Responds to Paul Ryan’s Poverty Report, Commends President Obama’s Budget
WASHINGTON, DC (LINK) – Today Congresswoman Gwen Moore (WI-4) released this statement in response to Representative Paul Ryan’s (WI-1) report on poverty and President Obama’s fiscal year 2015 budget request: “I am pleased to see that my Wisconsin colleague, Rep. Paul Ryan, has decided to continue the conversation on how to reduce poverty in our nation. However, his poverty report seeks to undermine our anti-poverty programs instead of actually reducing poverty. Our social safety net programs are not perfect, but the positive effects they have had on millions of struggling Americans cannot be discounted. “In contrast to Rep. Ryan’s report, President Obama released his budget request for fiscal year 2015 that works to reduce poverty by closing the opportunity gap and investing in our future success. His budget expands the Earned Income Tax Credit for working people and closes tax loopholes for some of the wealthiest Americans. In addition, his budget invests in early childhood education and job training programs. “I join President Obama in his commitment to expanding opportunity to all Americans. I urge Rep. Ryan to join the president, and my Democratic colleagues, as we work to loosen poverty’s grasp.”
PERSPECTIVES
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QUOTE OF THE WEEK: “The people
must know before they can act, and there is no educator to compare with the press.”--ida B. Wells
From Patsey to Princess: Why Lupita Nyong’o makes Black women proud
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n Sunday night I sat watching the Oscars, like many dark-skinned black girls around the world, eagerly anticipating the best supporting actress category.
We sat in anticipation, wanting to be the first to glimpse a moment that was literally going to be out of this world. Unfortunately, for dark skinned black women, our ‘she-roes’ have been sparse and too far in between. I can remember being on a school bus in suburban New York headed to elementary school in what I thought was my most fashionable second-grade outfit— red beret, cape, and patent-leather shoes. I walked onto the bus feeling every inch the runway model—only to be greeted by taunts and referred to as “Aunt Jemima.” In hindsight I realize that Aunt Jemima was probably the only Black woman my white classmates knew as “famous.” Jemima, the woman who wore a handkerchief around her head, was their Black cultural touchstone. This was the 1980s, yet this woman, depicted as just a few steps removed from slavery and understood as the “help,”
Marissa Alexander retrial another black mark on the record of Angela Corey
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By Danielle Moodie-Mills, TheGrio.com
Oscar Winner Lupita Nyong’o was the only example of a Black woman my classmates could compare me to. I wasn’t embarrassed to be referred to as the Black woman on the pancake syrup bottle. But the attitude with which my classmates spoke about me, my skin and
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tate’s Attorney Angela Corey is having a very bad year.
Her office has flubbed two high-profile murder trials and now the state’s attorney announced they aim to increase Alexander’s sentence to 60 years if they win a conviction at her second trial.
In her original trial, Alexander was convicted on three counts of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, but in the judge decided she should
serve the three counts concurrently, meaning she would be in prison for only 20 years instead of 60 years. There are three high-profile cases
in the state of Florida where a legal firearm was discharged by someone who later claimed self defense. Two of those cases, George Zimmerman
ensemble made me feel ugly and ashamed of my cape and of my skin. Why couldn’t I be called Wonder Woman or Bionic Woman any of the strong, stylish, powerful white women that were household names? I was one of just a handful of Black kids in a predominately white school district, and regardless of how “fancy” I was dressed or how smart and “articulate” I spoke I couldn’t “dress up” or cover up my difference—my skin. Aside from my family there were no other Black women to point to and claim as my own—as my reflection, as my role models. It was a syrup bottle or nothing. Sure, with each passing decade since that horrid day on the bus in second grade we’ve made progress. We did get Clair Huxtable after all, and there have been Black models—but usually ones that fit the Anglo mold. Nonetheless the allure of, or better yet obsession with, light Black skin has remained, and both the runways and Hollywood have demonstrated a preference for “exotic skin” of such bronze color that you can’t pinpoint its origin over chocolate bodies like Lupita’s and mine. Mixed skin is beautiful—it tells a story, but why is it the only marker of beauty Black people can claim? From hip-hop videos to commercials, mixed skin has become the new normal while Black skin has been relegated to “common or boring.” Lupita Nyongo by contrast has slayed stereotypes, not only about the beauty of dark African skin, but in-
and Michael Dunn, who both shot and killed unarmed black teens, resulted in acquittals on murder charges. The third is the case of Marissa Alexander, who is awaiting a retrial now with the new threat of 60 years hanging over her head. Alexander fired a warning shot during a dispute with her estranged husband, Rico Gray, who she says threatened to kill her that day. Alexander was not permitted to use the Florida’s now infamous “Stand Your Ground” defense, and she was originally convicted of three counts of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. She was sentenced to 20 years in prison under a Florida mandatory minimum sentencing statute. The jury in her original trial deliberated for 12 minutes before coming back with a conviction, but, after an appeal, Alexander was granted a retrial because of flawed jury instructions. On the heels of the Michael Dunn verdict, which in many ways reopened the fresh wounds people of color felt after the Zimmerman acquittal, the reaction has been swift and passionate. It seems outside of the realm of what is fair and just to even consider charging Alexander with a crime that would lead to a lifetime behind bars. Even though Alexander’s warning shot didn’t hit anyone at all, to Assistant State’s Attorney Richard Mantei, this is simply
Milwaukee recognizes heroes on International Women’s Day Attorney and Mother Awarded for Challenging Unlawful Child Removal Practices
MILWAUKEE—Welfare Warriors will present Attorney Allison Folmar and Maryanne Godboldo a Human Rights Award on International Women’s Day, Saturday March 8, 2014 at the Central United Methodist Church, 625 N. 25 Street. These two courageous African American women are drawing national media recognition for defending mothers and children from unlawful state action resulting in family separation. Child Protective agencies in Milwaukee and across the country routinely fail to comply with state laws. Meet and Greet the heroes at 5 PM. Refreshments will be served. Award Ceremony will begin at 6 PM. Godboldo, a Detroit mother of a 13-year-old daughter, held off 100 swat team police and a tank for ten hours when Michigan Child Protective Services attempted to illegally detain her
daughter to force her to take Respirdal, a psychotropic drug. Godboldo was later cleared of all criminal charges. Godboldo explained her action, “I vowed that I would never let anyone harm my child under any circumstances. My mother protected me and I wanted to do the same for my child.” The Citizens Commission on Human Rights International (CCHR), a Mental Health Watchdog awarded both Godboldo and Folmar a Human Rights Award in Los Angeles on February 1, 2014 at a ceremony attended by 1,500 people. The organization also produced a video depicting Godboldo’s standoff with unlawful police action. The video will be shown at the March 8 event. It can be seen at cchrint.org. Atty. Folmar represented Godboldo pro-bono through ten hearings to win dismissal of all criminal charges against her. Michigan Judge Ronald Giles ruled that the forced entry into her home by police violated Godboldo’s constitutional rights. Judge Giles wrote, “We are talking about a child’s constitutional rights, including the right to liberty. The order does not express any situation or
circumstances saying the child is at risk… Medicating a child is a parent’s decision and not the State’s.” Detroit Child Protective Services further violated Godboldo’s parental rights when they medicated the child with psychotropic drugs and vaccinated her against both parents’ wishes. The mental institution where CPS detained the child also took away her prosthetic leg to prevent her from fleeing to her mom. After learning of the systemic unlawful actions frequently carried out by Child Protective Services, both Attorney Allison Folmar and Maryanne Godboldo have begun to help other families facing wrongful child detentions. Godboldo wants to spread awareness about the illegal child removal practices across the country and urges mothers to contest such actions. Attorney Folmar told WXYZ News in Detroit, “We’re calling on Child Protective Services to stop the unconstitutional, illegal, emergency removal of children. “That is not the way the state statute or law is…We simply want justice for all of the mothers fighting to be the best mothers that they can possibly be.”
telligence and femininity as well. Lupita is what I refer to as the Polinista, a woman who is unapologetic about her brilliance and her femininity. She’s chic, smart and stunning—a package that has not been the norm for Black women in our society. Lupita didn’t run for the closest wig when it was time for awards season, to literally and figuratively hide her roots—instead she took us to a hair show and dazzled the world with high tops, fades and headbands. When interviewed on the red carpet she didn’t apologize for her intellect by trying to seem “regular” — her Yale training shined for the world to see. She was a star. The world loves Lupita because she, the Yale scholar, actor, and dark-skinned woman is the most powerful manifestation of beauty and brains. Lupita Nyongo’s win took us from Patsey to princess without shedding her skin. Her moment was a moment for all of us—our Black is beautiful, our Black is brilliant. Period. Now, when a precocious little Black girl gets on a bus dressed to the nines, a syrup bottle will be the last thoughts in the minds of her classmates; instead of Jemima, they will utter Lupita. Danielle Moodie-Mills is the co-host of Politini, a politics and pop culture show bringing audiences the personal side of politics. She is also an Advisor at the Center for American Progress for racial justice and LGBT equality. Her writings have been published in The Atlantic, Essence, Huffington Post , Ebony and more.
Florida following sentencing laws. And the court that will hear Alexander’s retrial has ruled that if a defendant is convicted on multiple counts, then they must serve their sentences consecutively. But to Alexander’s supporters who have followed all of the high-profile cases prosecuted by Corey’s office that have made national news, Corey appears to have a vendetta against Alexander. While Corey’s office is arguing that they are following state precedent, it’s also true that prosecutors have a huge amount of discretion and power. If Corey wanted to, she could easily conclude that three years behind bars for defending yourself from your abuser is enough and send Alexander home after this ugly ordeal and grave injustice. Surprisingly the gun rights supporters who spoke up in support of “Stand Your Ground” laws during the George Zimmerman trial remain silent. Second amendment supporters who have encouraged women to get guns to protect themselves from domestic violence and sexual assault are no where to be found in Alexander’s defense. Many who praised Zimmerman’s actions and those that believed his self-defense claims should theoretically support Alexander, but her treatment throughout the legal process shows that only certain people are able to stand their ground. Corey’s office seems to be spurned by Alexander’s refusal to accept a plea deal before her first trial.
Alexander refused to plead guilty in the case and chose to go to trial, as is the right of every American. When she was confronted by Congresswoman Corrine Brown (D-FL) about the harsh treatment of Alexander, Corey said she gave Alexander “mercy” and she referred to the plea deal. Alexander’s supporters Free Marissa put out a statement saying, that Corey’s insistence on moving forward with the trial and now with the maximum possible penalty is a “stunning abuse of power…[And that] [d]espite Corey’s scare and smear tactics, the national Free Marissa Now Mobilization Campaign is resolved to fight for Marissa Alexander’s freedom, and for the lives and freedom of all victims of domestic violence. The campaign calls on the Florida legislature to repeal all mandatory minimum laws, and ensure that judges have discretion over whether sentences can be served consecutively or concurrently.” A life sentence for a warning shot that injured no one is a miscarriage of justice. Twenty years behind bars for a warning shot that killed no one is a miscarriage of justice as well. Alexander spent nearly three years in prison before she was finally reunited with her family for the holidays late last year. It’s time for Corey to drop the charges so that her office can put more energy and attention into the retrial of Michael Dunn who they couldn’t convict and who actually killed someone.
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LORD TEACH ME PATIENCE and DO IT NOW!
Have you noticed lately that some a constant receiving mode of acceptpeople you have come in contact with ance from all He has to offer us as seem to be more irritable; less pleasant, Christian disciples. Instability or suffering according to 1st Peter, should or just angry? Is it this long winter dolnot catch a Christian off guard. Peter drums that we are going through? Or is it the tough financial times so many of said, and wrote we are strangers in a us are experiencing? Maybe it is all of hostile world, and where Christians the above, plus something even deeper. thrive, storm clouds sometimes may gather around us. Suffering is an exMaybe it is just because we are just pected part of a life of sincere faith. human beings. Life itself, can be sometimes be a First Peter also emphasizes a further struggle, even for those of us that propoint, that suffering is temporary, only fess to be true believers. But when to be endured “for a little while”. Those these struggles come, it affects both our who suffer with Christ will also have mental and sometimes even our physiglory with Him in a life forever free of cal well-being. What can we do to try pain and discomfort. and handle these times of instability in Romans 5:3 says “..we rejoice in our our lives when our patience is short and sufferings because we know that sufwe feel overcome by circumstances fering produces perseverance (pathat we alone cannot readily control; or tience); and patience, character; and solve to our own satisfaction. character, hope. And hope does not disThis period of “impatience and insta- By Rev. Joseph McLin appoint us, because God has put the bility” in our lives we sometimes translate into, “God is ei- love of Jesus Christ into our own hearts forever. God rether is moving too slowly or He has abandoned me; and I mains very patient with us. have to take over this ship I am on and correct its’ course by His own plan for our maturity seems much slower to us myself. than we may be accustomed to. Just like the little child that If only, at these times, we would remember, and act on the can’t sit still, we sometimes think that God is not at work if words of a Christian from long ago who said, “God’s delays we do not see his works immediately. Let us show patience, are not God’s denials.” Romans 8:28 reminds us that “God faith, and hope in our Savior through the times in our life is working all things together for the good of those whom when we feel most alone in our personal struggles. love Him”. The book of James Chapter 5: Verses 7-10 N.I.V. tells us His method of teaching us the fruit of the Spirit is slow “Be patient, then, brothers, until the Lord’s coming. See how but steady, and our response to Him should be, to remain in (continued on page 5)
MY BROTHER’S KEEPER
RELIGION PAGE CORRECTION: In the photo lo-
cated on the Religion Page in the February 19, 2014 edition of your Community Journal, we mistakenly identified Willie Brisco, president of MICAH (Milwaukee Inner city Congregations Allied for Hope), as the pastor of New Covenant Baptist Church. The pastor of New Covenant is Rev. F.L. Crouther. Brisco is an associate minister at New Covenant, which is located at 2315 N. 38th St.
BRENTWOOD COC HOSTS BLACK CHURCH WEEK OF PRAYER FOR THE HEALING OF AIDS
Brentwood Church of Christ, located at 6425 N. 60th St., recently hosted the kick-off event for the “Black Week of Prayer For The Healing of AIDS.” Also helping Brentwood with the observance was the Black Health Coalition of Wisconsin, Inc. (BHCW). Celebrated nationally, The Black Church Week of Prayer for the Healing of AIDS is modeled after the successful, innovative Harlem Week of Prayer of AIDS which was established in 1989 by The Balm of Gilead in New York City. The Week of Prayer was designed as a bold act of community outreach to Harlem’s religious leaders to address the community’s devastation by HIV/AIDS. At Brentwood last week, Dr. Patricia McManus, president of the BHCW and state Sen. Lena Taylor addressed the gathering. Pictured above are the participating clergy (left to right): Pastor Steven Thompson, Central Church of Christ; Pastor Lelie E. Odoms of Brentwood, Bro. Delvyn Crawford of Spirit of Life Church, Minister Jim Addison of Greater Philadelphia COGIC (and a member of the BHCW staff), Pastor Barry Gainey of Hampton Avenue Church of Christ, and Elder Melywn Turner of Midtown Church of Christ in Racine. (Photo by Francesca Johnson)
Living the Christian Life
On Wednesday March 5th, the church around the world began a period of intense prayer, fasting and giving alms to the poor. We call it Lent. At the Eucharistic Services on that day the faithful received the sign of the Cross on their foreheads with ashes that come from the palms used on Palm Sunday of last year. After the homily, the priest says: "Dear friends in Christ, let us ask our Father to bless these ashes which we will use as the mark of our repentance. Almighty God, bless the sinner who asks for your forgiveness and bless + all those who receive these ashes. May they keep this Lenten season in preparation for the joy of Easter. “We ask this through Christ our Lord." The faithful then come forward and have ashes placed on their foreheads. As the ashes are imposed, the minister says: "Turn away from sin and be faithful to the gospel." One of assigned antiphons to be sung during the rite of imposing the ashes comes from Joel 2: 13: "Come back to the Lord with all your heart; leave the past in ashes, and turn to God with tears and fasting, for he is slow to anger and ready to forgive." The Gospel for the first Sunday of Lent, March 9, is from Matthew 4: 1-11. Jesus was about to begin his public life and went into the desert to pray for forty days and nights and the Evil One tempted him. The tempter was
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defeated from trying to convince Jesus that it was nonsense to expect to save the world by the ways God proposed. He was tempted to turn stones to bread, to throw himself down By Fr. Carl Diederichs, from the roof of the All Saints Catholic Church temple, and finally, to worship the Evil One. And these same temptations assail the church today. We ask Jesus to turn stones to bread without having a change of heart. We ask for signs and wonders and forget the signs and wonders that have come through God's love and the mystery of the cross. We want to be powerful and go along to get along with the society we are in. We often participate in the evil of our society, forgetting that the end never justifies the means. "Turn away from sin and be faithful to the gospel." Lent gives us another opportunity to "change our hearts by the grace of God" and to change our deeds and lifestyle in fact and not merely with a good intention. Living the Christian life is not any easier now than it was for our ancestors in the faith. Greed, hatred, revenge, lust for power, and selfish disregard for others is still the norm. But the Love of God urges us on and the fact that we are saved by the grace of God can empower us to turn away from sin and right into the arms of God.
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Offering pre-need, at need and after-care services to families in Milwaukee, Racine, Kenosha and other communities throughout our state. Services scheduled for March 3 to March 8, 2014 Duke, Orville V. Age 73 yrs. February 27, 2014. Funeral services will be held on Saturday 11AM. Visitation Saturday 10AM until time of services at: Northwest Funeral Chapel O'Bee, Ford & Frazier 6630 W. Hampton Ave. (414)462-6020
Have the Talk of a Lifetime Northwest Funeral Chapel is Helping Families and Friends Honor Their Love Ones
Northwest Funeral Chapel invites you to share with us in having the “Talk of a Lifetime.” You talk about many things with your loved ones: From day to day details to big events. Sharing stories with those who matter most isn’t just important today; it will be especially significant when it’s time to honor and commemorate your lives. Join us on Saturday, March 15th from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. or from 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. at our Family Activity and Events Center at 4034 W. Good Hope Rd. Please bring with you a family member or friend with whom you would like to share your talk of a lifetime. To reserve seats, please call us today at 462-6020 or 540-9630.
Harrell, Ella R. Age 93 yrs. February 19, 2014. Beloved mother of Samuel(Elnora)Harrell. Loving Grandmother of Curtis(Vanessa)Williamson, Darwin Williamson, Derron(Kim)Harrell and Curtis Buchanan. Great-grandmother of Maya Harrell, Derron Harrell Jr., Victoria Damato, Shakeya Williamson, Nicholas Harrell, Lennie Williamson, Maurice Williamson, Bryanna Buchanan, Ariana Buchanan and Trizzy Buchanan. Also survived by 7 great-great grandchildren and a host of other loving relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held on Friday 11AM. Visitation Friday 10AM until time of services at: Northwest Funeral Chapel O'Bee, Ford & Frazier 6630 W. Hampton Ave. (414)462-6020 Triplett, Robert C. Age 57 yrs. February 21, 2014. Funeral services will be held on Monday 1PM. Visitation Monday 12 Noon until time of services at: Northwest Funeral Chapel O'Bee, Ford & Frazier 6630 W. Hampton Ave. (414)462-6020 Harrell, Ella R. Age 93 yrs. February 19, 2014. Beloved mother of Samuel(Elnora)Harrell. Loving Grandmother of Curtis(Vanessa)Williamson, Darwin Williamson, Derron(Kim)Harrell and Curtis Buchanan. Great-grandmother of Maya Harrell, Derron Harrell Jr., Victoria Damato, Shakeya Williamson, Nicholas Harrell, Lennie Williamson, Maurice Williamson, Bryanna Buchanan, Ariana Buchanan and Trizzy Buchanan. Also survived by 7 great-great grandchildren and a host of other loving relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held on Friday 11AM. Visitation Friday 10AM until time of services at:
Northwest Funeral Chapel O'Bee, Ford & Frazier 6630 W. Hampton Ave. (414)462-6020 Woods, Teresa R. Age 98 yrs. March 2, 2014. Funeral services will be held on Friday 11AM at Greater Mount Zion Baptist Church 2479 N. Sherman Blvd. Visitation Friday 10AM at the CHURCH until time of services. The family is served by: Northwest Funeral Chapel O'Bee, Ford & Frazier 6630 W. Hampton Ave. (414)462-6020 Williamson, Mary Lee Age 95 yrs. February 25, 2014. Funeral services will be held on Monday 11AM. Visitation Monday 10AM until time of services at: Northwest Funeral Chapel O'Bee, Ford & Frazier 6630 W. Hampton Ave. (414)462-6020 Clinton, Jessie Sr. Age 82 yrs. March 1, 2014. Funeral services will be held on Saturday 1PM. Visitation Saturday 12 Noon until time of services at: Northwest Funeral Chapel O'Bee, Ford & Frazier 6630 W. Hampton Ave. (414)462-6020 Kern, Grady Age 73 yrs. February 26, 2014. Funeral services will be held on Friday 11AM. Visitation Friday 10AM until time of services at: Northwest Funeral Chapel O'Bee, Ford & Frazier 6630 W. Hampton Ave. (414)462-6020
Families served by:
Northwest Funeral Chapel O’Bee, Ford & Frazier
Milwaukee 6630 W. Hampton Avenue Milwaukee, WI 53218 Telephone: (414) 462-6020 Fax: (414) 462-9937
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Black Marriage Day event at Brentwood COC quickly approaching; still time to get tickets!
Brentwood Church of Christ will hold their 4th Annual Black Marriage Day Event on Saturday March 22, 2014 from 2:00 - 4:00 pm at the church, 6425 N. 60th Street, Milwaukee, WI. The theme of the event will be Marriage: Building A Strong Foundation. The event will include entertainment by Andre' Lee Ellis, Actor & Artistic Director of Andre Lee Ellis & Company. Evangelist David Kimmons, Sr., assistant minister at Brentwood Church of Christ, will provide an inspirational message. A dessert social will be held following the program. Black Marriage Day is a national observance on the 4th Sunday of March each year that celebrates marriage in the Black community. This event is open to everyone who believes in and supports the value of marriage in the Black community, this includes singles and individuals from all cultures. Tickets are $15 for individuals and $20 for couples, tickets can be purchased in advance or at the event. Please contact Thomas & Clarene Mitchell at 414-736-1546 for more information and tickets.
Lincoln University Vocal Ensemble to perform at Mt. Zion MBC March 12
The Lincoln University Vocal Ensemble, under the direction of Michelle Gamblin-Green, will perform in concert Wednesday, March 12 at Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church, 2207 N. 2nd St. Lincoln University is located in Jefferson City, Missouri. The Vocal Ensemble is part of the Department of Visual and Performing Arts at Lincoln. The program will begin at 7:30 p.m. Admission is free.
Pastor Marlon Lock
Pastor Marlon Lock to debut first album at Unity Gospel House of Prayer
Unity Gospel House of Prayer’s own Pastor Marlon Lock will be debuting and releasing his first album entitled: “The Good Seed Project” at a release party Friday, April 4, starting at 7 p.m., at Unity Gospel House of Prayer, 1747 N. 12th St. This concert is set to exemplify the desires of Pastor Lock, which is to save and touch the lives of all by any means necessary, through the word of God. In addition to teaching the principles of God, the additional means has come through the ministry of music. His music can be described as “soulful” Gospel; it’s uplifting and spiritual with a southern twist. The songs recorded were all written by Pastor Lock, some dating back 15 years ago. For more information, contact Unity Gospel House of Prayer at 264-4308.
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the farmer waits for the land to yield its valuable crop and how patient he is for the autumn and spring rains. You too, be patient and stand firm, because the Lord’s coming is near. Don’t grumble against each other, brothers, or you will be judged. The judge is standing at the door! Brothers, as an example of patience in the face of suffering, take the prophets who spoke in the name of the Lord. As
you know, we consider blessed those who have persevered. You have heard of Job’s perseverance and have seen what the Lord finally brought about. The Lord is full of compassion and mercy. A diamond is the attractive stone that is the symbol of luxury and love. What most do not realize is that when a diamond is mined it is not attractive. Rough edges and impurities around it hide its beauty. It takes a skilled
craftsman to carefully remove the rough edges so the diamond’s brilliance can be displayed. We are like the diamond covered with layers of sin. The Lord is the craftsman. If we will be patient He will carefully chip away those sinful impurities and habits so that His Son, Jesus, can be displayed through us. Lord, Please Teach Me Patience and Do It However You Wish!
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The Twenty Percent Guy...(or Girl)!
“These are a few of the things that need to be dealt with when you prequalify a prospect. What are we really talking about here? Plain and simple we are talking about trust.”
Greta Schulz
Do your prospects perceive you as a commodity even if you don't? Do they see y as the "yes I'll consider working with you if you can give me a discount?"
Guess what, you're the 20 percent guy...(or girl) How do you know? They say things to you like, "things are tough and I'd like to give you a shot but you have to beat this price" and you fall for it. So here's the question. If you are not always the cheapest and you have business, how is that possible? If everyone buys because it's all the same and they’ll only switch with a discount, how does anyone have any business?
Today I worked with an insurance agency that gets it. Their top salesperson was giving examples of how he works with, or in some cases refuses to work with his prospects. Right from the beginning he is clear that he may not be able to save them money and may even be higher then they are paying now but he has the ability to bring a true consultative approach to the conversation and if they respect and are open to that he can do a true diagnosis of the situation. Some of the prospects he talks to are quickly brushing him off. They tell him if he can't save them money, forget it. He is so thankful when that happens. Why? Because time is the only true asset we have in sales and to save some by spending more time with qualified prospects is invaluable. What does qualified mean? It doesn't mean (for example) you call on organizations with a minimum of 200 employees only. Since they fit
How to Sky Rocket Your Credit Score in 11 Short Months
that criteria they're qualified...no it's much more then that. 1) Do they have needs that aren't being met by there existing representative ? 2) Are they willing to share these with you and openly discuss their situation; the good, the bad and the ugly? 3) Will they open their " files" to you so you can do a true analysis and not hold back? 4) What will they do if you are not going to be the least expensive but solve some of the issues you uncover and give them a true assessment ? These are a few of the things that need to be dealt with when you prequalify a prospect. What are we really talking about here? Plain and simple we are talking about trust. Yes, trust. This is the deciding factor in this or any other relationship. Without trust you have game playing, bidding wars and all around time wasters. How is trust gained? Certainly not
If you filed bankruptcy or went through foreclosure, you now have the opportunity to transform your credit in a matter of months. This is because of a new “loophole” in The Credit Man the only true credit score used by over 95% of all banks, credit card companies and mortgage companies.
The only true credit score is called a FICO score. Don’t bother with scores from “Free Credit Score” or “Credit Karma” because they are worthless. The loophole has to do with “credit score cards” which FICO created that puts you in a group of consumers with similar credit history. It’s like taking an English class. You are graded against other students in your class, not against people taking History. Credit score cards are similar. If you filed bankruptcy, you are scored against only other people who filed bankruptcy. If you went through foreclosure, you are scored against other folks who also went through foreclosure. The score cards will position you ideally if you take the right steps at the right time, and avoid mistakes most people make. For example, almost as important as making your payments on time if you filed bankruptcy or experienced foreclosure is what’s called your utilization rate. If you understand a few simple rules regarding utilization, you will increase your credit score in months, not years. This article cannot explain fully how utilization works, yet a simple explanation of utilization is that FICO is measuring what balances you keep in relation to credit limits. Adding positive mainstream credit to your credit profile is also a sure-fire way to boost your FICO score. For example, an installment loan and 3 major bank cards will increase your credit score if you pay them on time. And this is where it becomes tricky, because certain accounts can actually lower your credit score if you obtain the wrong type of loan or work with a lender who is flagged “high risk” by FICO. Another proven strategy to boost your FICO score after bankruptcy or foreclosure is to fix high priority negatives on your credit reports. First, get all 3 credit reports from Equifax, Experian, and Trans Union. Never make disputes online or by phone. Dispute accounts one account at a time. If you filed bankruptcy, make sure all accounts included in bankruptcy have a “0” balance and all accounts which survived bankruptcy are being reported as “paying as agreed.” Never hire a “credit repair” company. They can make your credit score worse and it’s a waste of your hard earned money. If you wish to attend a free seminar explaining how you can recover after bankruptcy or foreclosure, email mgm@TheCreditMan.com or call 414-771-9200 to reach our office directly.
by telling them you are trustworthy. Why not? Because people trust you based on your actions not what you say. It's the way you work with them, the question you ask them and truly listening to what they say. Don't jump to a proposal, don't promise them anything especially not too early and always pull back with questions like " can you save us money? Can you give us better coverage’s or better service?" Yes pull back. The answer to these questions should be something like, " I certainly hope so and that's our goal but it's too early in the process to really tell you any of that with confidence" Scary? Yep I get it but start telling the truth, even if it hurts. Have the tough conversations with the tough questions. That's where true respect and trust come from. You sure don't want to be the 20% guy, do you? For more information or free sales tips go to www.schulzbusiness.com for GretaNomics or email her at greta@schulzbusiness.com
An Invite to your Website
Back in the day it was okay to hand out a business card and not have a website listed. A business card was your contact info on paper. The problem was, after a day or two went by, the people you met would be limited to looking at your business card and trying to recall who you were or where they met you. People couldn’t gather much more information than that from a business card but it was a start. Your business card was helpful for people who wanted to remember you or at least remember what your business had to offer. Today, a business card is still relevant but in a much different way. Your business card is more like an invitation to a party. The party is your website. Your website is where you invite people to learn more about your product and service so that they can feel comfortable buying from you. When you hand out your business card you don’t want the interaction to end there. It’s similar to handing out an invitation to a party. You want the person to visit you later. Unfortunately, without a website listed your business card is like an invitation to nowhere. An empty invitation is worthless, especially for a person who likes to do their homework online before diving into a purchase. More people than ever do their research online before they make a purchase. According to studies by comScore, BIGResearch, Yahoo! and others, 80% to 90% of people buying in-store have consulted the internet for information prior to making a purchase. A lot of people are taking advantage of their invitations to learn more about products and services before they buy. If you’re a business owner, this is big news. If your business is not found online, you are missing out on up to 90% of the people looking to buy what you’re selling. Even if your business is doing well, with a website, it could be doing 90% better. From a business standpoint, you have an obligation to invite customers to your website. Of course, you have to have a website. Remember, people cannot buy from you if they don’t know your business exists. Since you do not have time to network with thousands of people every day, it would make sense that you put your information in front of shoppers. When these shoppers search for what you sell they can visit your website and easily find your business online. Invite these people to your party. Invite them before your competitors do. If you’re not inviting people to buy from you, you are encouraging them to buy from your competitors. Shoppers will show up to somebody’s party with an invitation. Be sure the party is yours. Antoine Miller is Founder of 99 SALES iDEAS for Business Development. Miller is excited to help business owners sell more of their products and services. Contact him at 414-219-1989 or amiller@99salesideas.com
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Editor’s Note: The two poems that accompanied the human trafficking stories in the February 26, 2014 edition of your Community Journal (“I Care” and “Un Used Love”) were written by Jan Boccia.
Golden Years
Tax Tips and Retirement Planning
(continued from page 1) in any year that the sum of half your Social Security PLUS all other income, including tax-exempt interest, exceeds $25,000, or $32,000 if you are married. Even if you determine that you must file a tax return, there are ways you can reduce the amount of tax you owe on your taxable income. As long as you are at least 65 years old and your income from sources other than Social Security is not high, then the tax credit for the elderly or disabled can reduce your tax bill on a dollar-for-dollar basis. However, this tax credit is only useful when you actually owe tax to the IRS. The good news is there is assistance to help you navigate your tax obligations. The American Association of Retired Persons (AARP ) and VITA Tax Preparation Services sites are available to assist you. Milwaukee residents can sign up for assistance at Milwaukee MATC-Downtown (Student Center), located at 700 W. State Street, from January 28 through April 8. Volunteers are available to assist you on Tuesdays from 6-7:30 p.m. or Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. There is a waiting list for tax assistance, so call (414) 297-8417 for more information. In general, this service, which is provided by student volunteers, is FREE for low-to-moderate income individuals, elderly, individuals with disabilities or individuals who qualify for the homestead credit or the earned income credit. The tax season is also a good time to evaluate savings and investments, and get your retirement goals into focus, if you are still working. What does your ideal retirement look like today? Have your goals and expectations changed? If you are five to ten years from retirement, this is a good time to create a plan for how you will generate a reliable retirement income stream from your accumulated savings and other sources. Before you can make sure you are financially secure enough to retire, you should get a clear picture of where you are headed. Consider meeting with a financial advisor to help determine if you are on track to reach your goals. Just as you see your doctor or dentist for annual checkups, it is also a good idea to review your retirement savings each year with a financial advisor. You may want to fine-tune your investments. You may have retirement accounts with former employers that you can consolidate into your current employer’s retirement plan or an IRA. Consolidating your accounts makes it easier to manage your savings and have a clearer picture of your investments. At this stage in life, you may have paid off all or most of your mortgage. With your mortgage paid off, this might be a good time to consider increasing the amount of your savings in tax-advantaged retirement plans, or even increasing the amount you save apart from your employer’s retirement plan. Here are a few steps to consider to increase your savings: Make the most of your retirement accounts • Contribute the maximum to your workplace retirement plan to receive all possible matching funds offered by your employer. • If you do not have an employer-sponsored plan, start by maximizing your contributions to an Individual Retirement Account (IRA). • Even if you are contributing to your employer-sponsored plan, an IRA offers another option to save. Consider a Roth IRA to build potentially tax-free savings in addition to your tax-deferred 401(k) plan. • If you are age 50 or older, contribute an additional “catch-up” amount to your IRA and workplace retirement plan. Save beyond your retirement accounts If you do not have an employersponsored plan such as a 401(k), you may want to supplement your taxbenefited savings with a regular, taxable investment account. Manage your debt with retirement in mind Review your income and expenses to determine if the amount of debt you carry provides the financial flexibility you want so that you can enjoy life without worrying about bills. • Consider paying off your mortgage before you retire. This eliminates a major monthly expense. Make sure to weigh the decision to pay off your mortgage against any tax benefit you might be giving up. • Before you borrow, consider the impact major purchases will have on your cash flow.
• Look over your outstanding debt and, where you are paying higher interest such as on credit card debt, determine if a consolidation loan makes sense for your situation. Protect your retirement income — and legacy Insurance can become a valuable income and estate planning tool as you approach retirement, and it costs much less to purchase in your fifties than in your sixties. • Life insurance can help replace pension or Social Security income in the event you outlive your partner or spouse. • If you have specific legacy goals or are concerned about estate taxes, life insurance can be used to create an inheritance or help meet estate tax obligations. • Look into long-term-care insurance, which can help meet expenses that could deplete your estate in the case of an extended illness. • Review and ensure your beneficiary designations are up to date. The 31st President of the United States, Herbert Hoover once said, “About the time we think we can make ends meet, somebody moves the ends.” That quote probably sums up the way many of us feel when it comes to filing taxes or planning for a financially secure retirement future. It’s been said that the only sure things in life are death and taxes, so as we approach our golden years, it’s to our advantage to be informed, understand the tax laws or work with professionals who do so that when the ‘ends’ move, we are
Birthday celebration/Job promotion for the beautiful, remarkable, and trailblazing Jasmine Johnson (pictured above in the center)! It was truly a pleasure celebrating with you!!! Congrats and Happy Birthday month!
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