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Brown Cruises to Victory

By Joshua Garner WI Contributing Writer @joshuagarnerdc Maryland Lt. Gov. Anthony Brown moved closer to becoming the state’s first African-American governor after clinching the Democratic nomination during Tuesday’s primary election.

News outlets declared Brown the winner less than two hours after polls closed at 8 p.m. across the state. Brown captured more than 50 percent of the tally on Tuesday night. His closest rival, Maryland Attorney General Doug Gansler (D), captured just over 24 percent of votes tallied so far followed by Del. Heather Mizeur (D) with more than 22 percent.

“Maryland is a great state. But we know that it can be better, and it can be better for more Marylanders,” Brown said to a packed room of supporters at the University of Maryland, College Park Tuesday evening.

“Maryland needs a governor who will lead our state. Who, with you, will write the next great chapter in our future.”

The son of a Jamaican father and a Swiss mother, Brown, 52, stands to become the third elected African-American governor in the U.S. should he go onto win the Nov. 4 general election where

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Maryland Lt. Gov. Anthony Brown (D), greets a crowd of supporters after winning Maryland’s Democratic gubernatorial primary on Tuesday, June 24 at the University of Maryland in College Park, Maryland. /Photo by Khalid Naji-Allah

Barry Feted at Event Marking Book Launch Coincides with Kickoff of Informer’s 50th Anniversary

By Barrington M. Salmon WI Staff Writer@bsalmondc If anyone doubted the deep love and affection people have for Ward 8 Council member Marion S. Barry, Jr., the scene at the end of a June 23 event should have removed all uncertainty.

A throng of admirers – several

dozen people – lined up in front of the stage of the Old Congress Heights School to have Barry sign their book, greet him and pay homage to him for his more than 40 years of public service. Later they converged, surrounding the four-time mayor as he soaked up the attention and adulation, dutifully signing books while con-

versing and catching up with old friends, associates and residents.

“I thought it was a great evening. I’m glad to see him get his accolades,” said Kay Hixson, a communications professional who once served as Barry’s communications director. “Most of the development we see in the city now can be attributed to him and

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a number of the people in power, he put them there.”

Greenbelt resident Charles Motte shared Hixson’s sentiment.

“I think it was excellent,” said the 52-year-old consultant. “It really gave me an opportunity to appreciate a slice of history and

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Marion Barry, Jr. “Mayor For Life”

The Increbible Story of Marion Barry, Jr. The Honorable Marion Barry held court Monday evening at the Old Congress Heights School to autograph books and discuss his newly published autobiography “Mayor For Life” in South East Washington, DC’. The Washington Informer Newspaper was in partnership with Mahogany Books to kick off the Washington Informer Newspaper’s 50th year anniversary celebration. Publisher, Atty. Denise Rolark Barnes co-hosted the event.

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6/26/2014 – 7/2/2014 AROUND THE REGION Black Facts Page 6 PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY Page 12 BUSINESS William Reed’s Business Exchange Page 16 COMMENTARIES Pages 26-27 SPORTS HIGHLIGHTS Pages 35-38 In recognition of The Washington Informer’s 50th Anniversary in October 2014, we are looking back at some of the newsworthy moments we covered in D.C. history. July marks the 24th anniversary of the death of Mitch Snyder, the renowned advocate and community organizer for the homeless. Snyder joined the Community for Creative Non-Violence in 1990 and worked tirelessly to maintain the nation’s largest homeless shelter located at 2nd and D Streets, Northwest in what was formerly Federal City College. He frequently attracted the attention of the media for his protests and hunger strikes, and the attention of Hollywood by actors, including Martin Sheen, who joined him in the homeless movement. At age 46, Snyder committed suicide on July 4, 1990. /WI Archives

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By Sam P.K. Collins WIWhen Contributing Writer L.Y. Marlow's 23-yearVisit our updated Web site old daughter told her the father and give us your comments ofFor hera daughter threatened her day, the District’s convenfor a chance to win a gift from tion life, center and the life of into theirachild, morphed oneThe Washington Informer she knew something to to be stop shop for residentshad eager done.

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Marlow has written a book, “It’s a difficult economic envi“Color Me Butterfly,” which is a ronment and people need these story about four generations of tools to better respond marketis domestic violence.

Theto book changes,” said Michael P. Kelly, inspired by her own experiences, 60, director of the D.C. Departand those of her grandmother, ment of Housing her mother andand herCommunity daughter.

Development (DHCD).

DHCD, She said every time she reads based in Southeast, co-hosted the excerpts from her book, she still In Memoriam Dr. Calvin W. Rolark, Sr. Saturday, June 21the event withcame the can not believe words Wilhelmina J. Rolark from her.

“Color Me Butterfly” Greater Washington Urban League The Washington Informer Newspaper won the 2007 “Best in Northwest.

“I National want people to THE WASHINGTON INFORMER InPUBLISHER Memoriam Books” Award. have some confidence that they’re NEWSPAPER (ISSN#0741-9414)Dr.isCalvin Denise Rolark Sr. Barnes W. Rolark, was just not“Ialone.

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law enforcement. She said they threat,” she said. had come together to bring a Among the programs Marlow sense of uniformity in the way wants to see implemented are domestic violence victims and stricter restraining order policies, survivors are treated. more rights for victim's families “She's using her own personal to intervene on behalf of a vicstory, her own personal pain to tim, a domestic violence assesspush forward,” Davis-Nickens ment unit coupled with further said about Marlow. training for law enforcement Davis-Nickens said anyone agencies, a Child's Life Protecwho reads Marlow's book will tion Act and mandatory counsel“get it.” She said she “puts the ing for batterers. case in such a way, the average “If we are ever going to eradiperson can get it.” She said at the cate domestic violence, we must end of the day, the book will look at both sides of the coin. help people begin to have a dia- We need to address both the viclogue about domestic violence. tim and the batterer,” Marlow Also present at the event was said.

Mildred Muhammad, the exMarlow would also like to see wife of John Allen Muhammad, programs designed to raise who was sentenced to six consec- awareness among children in utive life terms without parole public and private schools. She by a Maryland jury for his role in feels children need to be educatthe Beltway Sniper attacks in ed about domestic violence.

2002. Mildred Muhammad is “We have to stop being pasthe founder After theinTrauma, sive-aggressive with chilAlice Davis, a of homeowner Mt. Pleasant for more than 60 yearspoor inquired an organization that helps theduring dren domestic violence,” about a general listing of repairmen theabout 6th Annual DC Housing survivors of domestic Marlow said.

Expo and Home Show at theviolence Walter E. Washington Convention Center in and their on children. has worked to break Northwest Saturday, June 21. /Photo byMarlow Roy Lewis “I lived in fear for six years. Six the cycle of abuse in her family, years in fear is a long time. It is and is confident the policies she nottheanCarolinas easy thing to come said out use is pushing for will startissues that to or Georgia,” that list when we have of,” she said. process.

Walker who lives in Southeast. and it would make home repairs Mildred Muhammad said “I plan to take these policies to Some visitors, like Lisa Smith*, people who want to help a easier.”

Congress and implore them to walked intoviolence the Walter E. WashA post-recession andsaid. urdomestic victim must change our laws,” boom Marlow ington Convention the ban redevelopment in recent be careful of how Center they goin into “I will not stop until these years polihopes of selling Smith, has up the cost of living in the victim's life,their andhome. understand ciesdriven are passed.” who now lives less than a mile from theTia that she may be in “survival District.

May, Carol In Jones canthe be median reached the Minnesota Avenue Metro Sta- price mode”. at tiacaroljones@sbcglobal.net for homes sold in D.C. skytion“Before in Northeast, weak rocketed to more than $412,000. you getsaid to that 'I'ma going to kill you,' it started verbal WI housing market has putasaa dampRenters have fared far worse in er on her plans to move to the the current economic climate. A Brookland neighborhood or com- 2014 National Low Income Housmunities near the H Street corridor, ing Coalition report found that also located in Northeast. minimum wage employees would “My neighborhood has not have to work at least 132 hours per caught up with the development week, or hold down 3.2 jobs to pay in the other parts of the city,” said their rent and other living expenses.

Smith. “Now I’m in a situation A lack of affordable housing where I can’t get the total amount didn’t discourage Alquanita Wilthat I paid. I have no choice but liams who lives in Northeast from to rent the [house]. I’ve invested a trying to realize her dream of purlot of time in that area and I don’t chasing a home on Capitol Hill. want to stay any longer.”

The housing expo also provid- Williams, who attended the housed some longtime homeowners ing expo for the second consecan opportunity to look for home utive year with her husband, said improvement services. During a she received her credit report and session at the Senior Housing Pa- counseling for a $3,000 heating bill vilion, Alice Davis suggested that that she had difficulty paying.

“The expo always has good inthe D.C. government compile a list of reliable companies that seniors formation,” said Williams, 51. “It’s could reach out to for home re- about how you use it. Getting the L.Y. Marlow house you want takes longer than pairs.

“We need people with experi- expected but it’s less stressful when ence that are committed to main- you get it properly. This [is my taining older homes in the District chance] to improve my credit hisand serving seniors,” said Davis, tory and put some money aside,” who has owned a home in Mt. Williams said with a broad smile.

Pleasant in Northwest for more *This name is a pseudonym. WI than 60 years. “We would always

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We have to stop being passive-aggressive with poor children about domestic violence. I plan to take these policies to Congress and implore them to change our laws. I will not stop until these policies are passed.

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CSI Star Determined to Help District Youth

Hill Harper Partners with Dance Institute for New Program

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For Hill Harper, the acclaimed actor who enjoys a lead role in the popular CBS Television series, “CSI: NY,” the fame and fortune he’s earned simply means finding ways to give back, particularly to youth.

“No matter how well I may be doing in Hollywood, if the young brother or sister in D.C. or in Baltimore are not doing well, then I’m not doing very well because we’re all interconnected,” said Harper, 48.

The actor visited the District earlier this month to announce that he’s bringing his, “Manifest Your Destiny Foundation,” to D.C. for a special program. Hill has committed to working with youth and passing along the lessons he’s learned while providing a base for underserved teens to use as a launching pad to academic success.

“The need is so extreme here in D.C. I have a lot of great relationships here, I’ve met so many young people who could really benefit from this [program] in this area, so I really wanted to bring it here,” he said during his visit to the Dance Institute of Washington in Northwest.

Hill and Fabian Barnes, the Dance Institute of Washington’s founder and artistic director, said they will kick off the new initiative with a, “Manifest Your Destiny Dancing with the Stars,” fundraiser at the Howard Theatre in Northwest on Thursday, September 4.

The fundraiser will include several local participants who will compete in a dance competition to help raise funds for the foundation. Singer Raheem DeVaughn, journalist Roland Martin, Congressional Black Caucus Communications Director Ayofemi Kirby and several others have agreed to shake a leg.

A total of 10 teams will compete, and similar to the popular ABC television show, the contestants will pair up with professional dancers from the Dance Institute of Washington.

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dancing under the direction of famed choreographer Arthur Mitchell and being honored at the White House with the National Arts and Humanities Youth Program Award.

“From time to time, we will get high profile people who will come in. It’s a great opportunity for the kids and I think what Hill Harper is doing is fabulous and it’s a program that he’s already been working on in Los Angeles,” Barnes said.

“The kids are very excited about this.”

Harper’s foundation eventually plans to host a Summer Empowerment Academy for young people in the District. The academy has been designed to address what Hill calls the high school dropout epidemic and foundation officials will offer mentoring and educational support for eighth graders entering the ninth grade from economically challenged neighborhoods.

Students will attend a weeklong, free training course during the summer before their high school freshman year begins.

Prior to the start of the training, students, their parents, staff and mentors will meet and establish the rules and expectations.

“We’re sincerely grateful that someone of Mr. Hill’s stature

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Black Facts June 26 1899 – Black inventor William H. Richardson redesigns the baby carriage. While the idea for the baby carriage is nearly 300 years old, Richardson’s patent, filed at the Boston patent office, included several new features including a special joint which allowed the bassinet to be turned to face the mother or whoever was pushing the carriage.

1942 – Harvard medical student, Bernard W. Robinson, becomes the first African American to win a commission to the United States Navy.

June 27 1872 – Paul Laurence Dunbar, one of the most popular poets in black American history, is born in Dayton, Ohio. Dunbar first gained national recognition with a collection of works published in 1896 entitled “Lyrics of a Lowly Life” which included “Ode to Ethiopia.” Despite the power of his poetry, Dunbar angered some blacks who were concerned about “what will white people think” because he generally used black dialect and not Standard English in much of his poetry.

BUYING RECORDS

June 28 1971 – Muhammad Ali is allowed to box again after winning a victory in the United States Supreme Court. The court overturned his conviction for refusing to be drafted and serve in the United States war in Vietnam.

Asked how he could claim to be a pacifist opposed to war while being a professional boxer, Ali’s most frequent response was “I am not going 10,000 miles from here to help murder and kill and burn poor people to help continue the domination of white slave masters over the darker people.”

June 29 1970 – NAACP Chairman Stephen Gill Spottswood creates a national controversy by

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telling the annual convention of the civil rights organization that the administration of President Richard Nixon was “anti-Negro” and was pursuing policies “inimical to the needs and aspirations” of African Americans.

June 30 1917 – Glamorous singer-actress Lena Horne is born in Brooklyn, New York. She would perform with jazz greats such as Artie Shaw, Teddy Wilson, Billy Strayhorn and Duke Ellington.

She also became the first African-American woman to sign a long-term contract with a major Hollywood studio. Horne died on May 9, 2010 at the age of 92.

1967– Major Robert H. Lawrence is named the first black U.S. astronaut in the NASA space program. The Chicago-born Lawrence would later die under somewhat mysterious circumstances during a training exercise in December 1967.

1995 – Songstress Phyllis Hyman commits suicide in New York City shortly before she was scheduled to perform at a concert. Hyman was one of the premier female vocalists of her day.

July 1 1899 – Thomas Andrew Dorsey is born in Villa Rica, Georgia. Dorsey is widely credited with being the “Father of Gospel Music.” During the early 1930s, after leaving Atlanta for Chicago, Dorsey combined Gospel and the Blues while performing under the name “Georgia Tom.” July 2 1822 – Denmark Vesey and five of his co-conspirators are hanged in Charleston, South Carolina. Vesey’s “crime” had been the organization of the largest slave rebellion in American history. But the insurrection was betrayed by a “house slave” before it could be implemented.

Vesey was actually a former slave who had purchased his freedom.

1908 – Thurgood Marshall is born in Baltimore, Maryland.

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CAROL SCHWARTZ ANNOUNCED EARLIER THIS MONTH THAT SHE WILL RUN FOR MAYOR OF THE DISTRICT. HOW WILL SCHWARTZ’S CANDIDACY EFFECT THE NOVEMBER ELECTION?

Philip Cohen Deborah Scott Sonia Carter Takoma Park, Maryland Washington, D.C. Washington, D.C. I lived in D.C. for a long Whoever decided that Schwartz I really like Schwartz a lot. But time, and Schwartz is well should run is a genius, because the only issue for me is that she known throughout the area. she will change the entire is not running as a Democrat. I I remember when she ran as landscape of the election. don’t think she will win the race, a Republican against former She definitely is going to cut but I think she’ll definitely get Mayor Marion Barry. I just don’t into [Council member David] some votes. She’s running as an independent, but the District still see how she can possibly win.

Catania’s vote, and pull a few leans heavily toward Democratic If D.C. is anything like it was in people from voting for him. candidates. I like what she has to the old days, I’m sure you’ll have I think Schwartz entering the offer, especially the fact that she some white Democrats who will race will benefit [D.C. mayoral is mindful of the senior citizen be happy to vote for her, but primary winner] Muriel Bowser, voters, and she is in favor of especially if you are a staunch she won’t win. lowering the city’s taxes. I think Democrat, because you’re not GSUSA AP#1-Fine-Tuned-Informer9.5x6.5_GSUSA AP#1-Fine-Tuned-Informer 9.5x6.5 6/23/14 6:28 PM Page 1 she would make a good mayor, going to vote across party lines. but she’s just in the wrong party.

Jahleezah Eskew Washington, D.C. I think the District is ready to accept a female mayor, I just don’t know if some residents are ready to accept a mayor who comes from a different racial background. I feel like D.C., probably from now until eternity, will remain a racially-conscious city, and its elected officials will probably mirror that mindset. I think Schwartz will have a good turnout from people who go to the polls, but I think that at the end of the day, the city will elect an African-American candidate.

Lori Hayman Washington, D.C. I think Schwartz will split the independent vote with Catania, and Bowser will win the general election. I don’t think her entering the race will give it a different outcome. I think Bowser will win.

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AROUND THE REGION BROWN continued from Page 1 he will face Republican challenger Larry Hogan.

The Maryland electorate traditionally favors Democratic candidates and the winners of the primary are expected to sweep victories during the general election.

And during Brown’s victory celebration, he made it clear that he intended to eye another victory in November.

“I’m looking forward to the next 133 days, where I hope we’ll discuss the issues that matter most to Marylanders and their families.”

As election tallies came in, Brown supporters yelled and cheered while music from The Temptations, Beyonce, and The Staple Singers blared from speakers. “[Brown winning] is an amazing feeling,” said Tiaa Rutherford of Bowie who joined a crowd near a stage at the campus’s alumni center to hear Brown speak. “It

shows America how progressive the state is – it’s phenomenal. It says a lot about the people of Maryland.”

Brown’s rise to state office began in 1999 after being elected to the Maryland House of Delegates.

Brown became a war veteran after being deployed to Iraq as a member of the U.S. Army in 2004.

Boasting a military record and a stronghold in Prince George’s County, the state’s second largest population, Brown joined a gubernatorial ticket with Gov. Martin O’Malley winning election in 2006 and again in 2010.

Brown announced his candidacy for governor in May 2013 and initially faced tough competition from Gansler. But headed into the spring of this year, Brown’s campaign picked up steam and swept key endorsements.

“I’m looking forward to his leadership,” said U.S. Rep. Donna Edward (D-Dist. 4) during the night’s event. “I think Brown has displayed the temperament and ability to move our state forward.”

Brown supporters said he fo-

cused on the issues that matter to voters – jobs, education, and the economy – while running a clean campaign and relying on his record with the O’Malley administration.

“People wanted to make sure they had a steady hand in the governor’s office,” said U.S. Rep. Elijah Cummings (D-Dist. 7). “They believe that Brown will build upon what O’Malley has done.”

Voter Turnout Hits Low Point Still, Edwards and Cummings acknowledged the difficulty in getting voters to the polls during a June election shortly after most school districts broke for the summer.

“Anytime you have an election in June … it’s tough,” Edwards said.

Despite Brown’s historic run, voter turnout trended well below the 2012 election when only 19 percent of the state’s electorate voted.

“The number of individuals showing up for Election Day has been declining for several years,”

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said Sandor Drosick, chief election judge at a voting precinct at the Laurel Boys and Girls Club.

“Fewer people are walking in on Tuesdays – there seems to be other options.”

Turnout proved to be no different for the rest of Prince George’s County, where the Board of Elections predicted turnout would top out at 12 percent.

“It’s been slow,” said Katherine McCluskey, a chief election judge, as she looked out into a large, empty gymnasium at a voting precinct at Bowie State University shortly before 4 p.m. on June 24.

“Something like this, you never know what’s [going to happen].”

During the afternoon, McCluskey said the precinct’s votes tallied 74 and trended lower than the 2010 election. Voting precincts in Oxon Hill, Laurel, and Largo also reported low tallies before the evening hours. Precincts closed at 8 p.m.

Still, voters in southern Prince George’s County said they’re excited to see the state potentially elect Brown as its first black gov-

ernor.

Vardrine Carter of Largo compared this year’s election to when she first voted for President Obama in 2008.

“To [potentially] have the first black governor in Maryland and who is from Prince George’s County is incredible,” said the 67-year-old shortly after voting at Largo High School.

She lamented the low voter turnout, which she said could be a deciding factor.

“We have this huge population in the county and not as many people are coming out,” she said.

Jay Armstrong, 37, of Oxon Hill said he didn’t have any particular issues when casting his ballot – Brown got his vote.

“Hopefully he can make an impact being on top,” he said.

“Hopefully, he can build an agenda that most can agree on.

Also being from Prince George’s County he can … help this area.”WI

William J. Ford contributed to this report.

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AROUND THE REGION BARRY continued from Page 1 see a legend in a very personal form. Everything was what I’d heard before but it was great hearing it again with the subtle details around it and the context.”

Barry, 78, shared the stage with Informer Publisher Denise Rolark Barnes during a more than hourlong conversation, fielded questions and talked about different aspects of his life, from growing up in rural Mississippi to his years as a protégé of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King to running the city during both Washington’s halcyon and turbulent years.

The event had a dual purpose: marking the official release of Barry’s book, which he co-wrote with best-selling author Omar Tyree, and also serving as the official kickoff of the Washington Informer’s 50th anniversary celebration. Barnes’ father, Dr. Calvin Rolark founded the paper in October 1964.

A grateful Barry thanked Rolark Barnes and a succession of people he said helped him along the way in the past and the present.

“The person I really appreciate is Zane. She gave me the opportunity. She’s a writer herself. How many books Zane?”

“Thirty-four,” said Zane, novelist, author and owner of Strebor Books, a division of Simon & Schuster which published the book, “Mayor for Life: The Incredible Life of Marion Barry, Jr.” During a recent interview, Zane expressed her pleasure in having secured the book deal which she said was long overdue.

“I’ve known Mr. Barry for many years and it (the book) never came to fruition,” she recalled. “I met him at a friend’s house … and I told him he should do the story.

Eventually, I had lunch with him and we worked out the deal. It’s important for him to tell his story. He truly is caring and compassionate about the people in D.C. When he talks about the people, he wants to help. It’s very important to him.”

“When people need help, he’s always been there. He’s a great man, who has done great things for the city. He gave a lot of people an opportunity.”

As he surveyed the audience, Barry spoke glowingly of his late wife Effi, local developer Phinis Jones, Nation of Islam leader Minister Louis Farrakhan, B. Doyle Mitchell, president and CEO of Industrial Bank, former chief of staff Maudine Cooper, and Ward

4 Council member and mayoral candidate Muriel Bowser.

He also singled out wife Cora Masters Barry.

“I saved the best for last,” he said with a broad smile. “Cora and I have been friends for almost 50 years. We’re separated … happily.”

“She been like a rock in my life and demonstrates what a strong black woman can do with a strong black man. I love you. Thank you for what you’ve done all these years.”

Mimi Castaldi, a Ward 3 resident and interim executive director of the DC Promise Neighborhood Initiative, gushed about Barry and the event.

“I think he’s an amazing man,” said Castaldi who has lived in the District since graduating from college. “I used to work at AARP and while he was on the council, he was an incredible resource and helped me get legislation through the council. I was struck by his comment about his regret about not spending enough time with his family.”

Longtime friend Chuck Hicks said the District’s considerably better off having benefited from Barry’s vision and leadership.

“He did an outstanding job preparing and making a way for seniors,” said Hicks, a retired city employee and activist. “When Marion came in 1978, 75 percent of those city employees D-12 and above were white. He created the Summer Jobs Program and created a new middle class.”

“He protected seniors by saying that anyone of a certain age, he’d cut their taxes in half across the board. I think that was tremendous. He provided an incredible amount of courage for the people of this city and brought hope to black people. He was willing to stand up.”

As a way to gauge Barry’s impact, Barnes asked guests who worked in the Mayor’s Summer Youth Program to stand and a large number in the audience did.

Likewise, when she asked about former D.C. residents who now live in Prince George’s County, a smaller but significant number of people stood up.

“Prince George’s County is the richest suburb in the nation. I’m very proud of that,” said Barry.

“I was also able to grow a strong middle class in D.C.” Barry recounted the story of one of his agency heads telling him she planned to move to Mitchellville.

“I went out there and it was beautiful,” he said. “I could see

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why she moved out there. There were no sirens, no gunshots.”

Much of what Barry discussed centered as much on his personal life as his professional one. He said for example, that one regret he carries is not spending enough time with his family and he described witnessing the birth of his son Christopher in 1980 as the most beautiful moment of his life.

When asked, he expounded on the difficulties children of famous people often go through. He said it has saddened him to see young men he knows well like Harry Thomas, Jr., Jesse Jackson Jr., and Michael Brown entangled in ethical and other problems. It takes a strong person to avoid the pitfalls of being the child of a prominent individual, he added.

“Ron Brown, Jesse Jackson, all of these men have sons who’ve gotten into trouble. I’ve learned that it’s hard to be in my shadow,” Barry said. “That applies to preachers and high profile people.

I said, ‘Christopher, chart your own path, make your own shadow.

Go where you want to go.’”

Barry attributes his zeal for public service to God and his mother Mattie Cummings. He said he got

Ward 8 Council member Marion Barry regaled a standing-room-only crowd during a conversation about his new book at the Old Congress Heights School in Southeast. The June 23 event also kicked off the Informer’s 50th anniversary. /Photo by Shevry Lassister

involved in the civil rights movement early in 1960 and recalled helping organize a sit-in in a Nashville, Tennessee establishment with Georgia Congressman John Lewis, the late Rev. James Bevel and noted activist Diane Nash, core leaders of the Student Non-Violent Coordinating Committee.

“Three hundred of us were arrested and we spent the weekend in jail,” he said. “Dr. King spoke that Monday and commended us for what we did … We had white schools, white pools and I had to sit on the balcony. When I went into a store, I couldn’t try on the pants. I just knew it was wrong, felt something was not right. God put

me in the right place at the right time.”

Barry freely admitted that politics is in his DNA. He said he was too poor to go to law or medical school, had no desire to become a preacher, teacher or undertaker, and gravitated toward politics and public service. He said he commends anyone who has run for mayor because the mere act of wishing to serve demands courage.

“You have to have some courage. Maya Angelou told me that.

She said you can have the best vision in the world, but without courage it’s all for nought,” Barry said.WI

We are a collection of smalls. Wells Fargo celebrates the non-profits and communities they support in their new advertising campaign “Small is Huge.” The campaign celebrates a number of individual actions that have a profound impact on the people involved.

Whether it’s a conversation to save a home, a job for a home-bound veteran, or a grant to fund kitchen tools, Wells Fargo provides the building blocks to make things better.

While there is no one-size-fits-all solution to our communities’ challenges, Wells Fargo’s small, focused efforts can have huge meaning for the individuals they serve. And little by little, they add up to some pretty huge numbers. Last year, Wells Fargo worked with over 18,500 non-profits and schools from the San Francisco Bay Area to Tampa Bay, donations that totaled more than $275 million. But offering a helping hand can also mean lending your own hand to a cause. So Wells Fargo Team Members volunteered 1.69 million hours in their local communities in 2013.

The “Small is Huge” campaign demonstrates that there’s nothing so huge we can’t overcome one small measure at a time. Little by little, we can do a lot. Individual, by community, by neighborhood the effect can be huge.

Visit www.wellsfargo.com/stories to see how big small can be.

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By James Wright WI Staff Writer

Cheh’s AG Elections Bill Takes Center Stage A bill authored by D.C. Council member Mary Cheh (D-Ward 3), the “Attorney General Partisan Election Implementation Act” may be key to the election of the District’s first attorney general in November.

The District of Columbia Court of Appeals, in the case of Zuckerberg vs. D.C. Board of Elections and Ethics, reversed a decision by the D.C. Superior Court on June 4 that would have allowed a D.C. Council action to postpone the 2014 election of the District’s attorney general to 2018. The appeals court mandated that the attorney general election take place either this year or early next year. At this point, Cheh’s legislation becomes crucial as it pertains to the court.

“Given the ruling by the D.C. Court of Appeals, the way forward in getting the District in the position to elect an attorney general in the November election is for the council to pass the legislation I introduced,” said Cheh, 63. “The bill has already had a public hearing, and in the interest of complying with the order of the Court of Appeals, I urge the council to move expeditiously in passing this legislation.”

Cheh’s bill would allow candidates for the attorney general to have their party preference appear on the ballot in conjunction with their name. Attorneys that work for the District government can also run for the position. Paul Zuckerberg, a criminal defense attorney who acted as the plaintiff for the successful law suit before the appeals court, has filed papers with the D.C. Board of Elections for the position along with prominent defense attorney Mark Tuohey.

Right now, Cheh’s bill is on the docket of the D.C. Council’s Committee of the Whole and whether it comes up for consideration at the next legislative meeting, Monday, July 14, remains to be seen. D.C. Council Chairman Phil Mendelson (D) chairs the Committee of the Whole and worked closely with Cheh on the details of her bill.

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Mary Cheh represents Ward 3 on the D.C. Council. /Courtesy Photo

Philip Pannell is a candidate for the Ward 8 Board of Education position. /Courtesy Photo

forward.

“When my bill comes up, I hope my colleagues vote for it,” she said.

Ward 8 Board of Education Race Moves Slowly The race for the Ward 8 D.C. State Board of Education remains a low-key affair even though the special election is less than a month away.

On Tuesday, July 15, voters in the ward will replace Trayon White, who resigned in March, to accept a position with the District government. The two candidates to replace White are educator Tierra Jolly and veteran political and civic activist Philip Pannell. Darrell Gaston, an ANC Commissioner for 8B02, unexpectedly withdrew from the race on Monday, June 23 citing personal reasons.

Early voting for the race takes place beginning Tuesday, June 30 to Saturday, July 5 at the D.C. Board of Elections office at One Judiciary Square in Northwest and at Malcolm X Elementary School in Southeast beginning Saturday,

July 5 to Saturday, July 12.

Residents can also cast their ballots at their voting precincts starting at 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Election Day. It would appear that there are no candidate forums scheduled and that concerns some residents and candidates.

“I am not aware of any forums,” said Pannell, 63.

Ward 8 Democrats President Natalie Williams said that her organization hasn’t planned a forum but it isn’t out of the question.

“We have been focusing on getting out the vote effort for the mayor’s race,” said Williams, 43.”But a candidates’ forum for the board of education race is something to consider even though we have a short window to do it.”

Charles Wilson, the president of the Historic Anacostia Block Association and a commissioner for 8A04, said he’s not surprised.

“Normally, it is Philip Pannell who would organize one,” Wilson, 38, quipped.WI

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MGM, Prince George’s County Reach Landmark Deal

By Stacy M. Brown WI Contributing Writer GOVERNMENT OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

Notice of Public Hearing Wednesday, July 9, 2014 @ 6:30 pm “Final Draft Fiscal Year 2015 Consolidated Annual Action Plan for the District of Columbia” and the “2015 Proposed Citizen Participation Plan” The Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) announces the release of the draft of these documents, available to the public June 13, 2014, in order to receive public comments on the Plan and budgets to be submitted to the U.S. Dept of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for the following federal entitlement programs: ❏ Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG) ❏ HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME) ❏ Emergency Solutions Grant Program (ESG) ❏ Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS Program (HOPWA) Both documents will be available for review on the Department’s website www.dhcd.dc.gov, on June 16, 2014, and in hard copy at the Department’s office at 1800 MLK Jr. Ave., SE, Washington, DC 20020 in the Housing Resource Center, 1st Floor. Additionally, copies will be available at public library branches, ANC offices, and the following community-based organizations: Central American

Housing Counseling Services, Inc. 2410 17th Street, NW Suite 100 - (202) 667-7006

Lydia’s House 4101 MLK Jr., Ave, SW (202) 373-1050

University Legal Services 220 I Street, NE Suite 130 - (202) 547-4747

Latino Economic Dev. Corp 2316 18th Street, NW (202) 588-5102

Manna, Inc. 828 Evarts Street, NE (202) 832-1495

United Planning Organization 301 Rhode Island Avenue, NW (202) 234-4695

MiCasa 6230 3rd Street, NW (202) 722-7423

Resources Center 1460 Columbia Road, NW (202) 328-9799

Marshall Heights CDO 3939 Benning Rd, NE (202) 396-1200 AARP Legal Counsel for the Elderly 601 E Street, NW (202) 434-2171

The Department has scheduled a public hearing on Wednesday, July 9, 2014 at 6:30 p.m., at our headquarters located at 1800 MLK Jr., Ave. SE, in the Housing Resource Center.

District of Columbia residents who would like to present oral testimony are encouraged to register in advance either by e-mail at dhcd.events@dc.gov or by calling 202-442-7251. Please provide your name, address, telephone number, and organization affiliation, if any.

If you wish to provide written comment for the record, please do so by mail or email by close of business Monday, July 21, 2014. Written statements should be mailed to: Michael P. Kelly, Director, DHCD, Attention: Consolidated Annual Action Plan Comments, 1800 MLK Jr., Ave., SE, Washington, DC 20020. Emailed comments should be submitted to dhcd.events@dc.gov with a subject line “FY15 Final Draft Consolidated Annual Action Plan comments.”

Telecommunications Device for the Deaf (TDD) relay service is available by calling (800) 201-7165. A sign language interpreter will be provided upon request by calling (202) 442-7251 five days prior to the hearing date.

Residents who require language interpretation should specify which language (Spanish, Vietnamese, ChineseMandarin/Cantonese, Amharic, or French). Interpretation services will be provided to pre-registered persons only.

Deadline for requesting services of an interpreter is five days prior to the hearing date. Bilingual staff will provide services on an availability basis to walk-ins without registration.

All comments received during the comment period will be responded to in the final FY2015 Action Plan, to be submitted to the U.S. Dept of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) by August 15, 2014. If you need additional information, contact Pamela Hillsman at Pamela.Hillsman@dc.gov or by phone at (202) 442-7251.

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Local residents and minorities have been assured of receiving half the jobs slated for the $925 million MGM National Harbor Casino and Resorts that’s expected to open in Prince George’s County in 2016.

After months of negotiating, County Executive Rushern Baker and MGM officials reached a deal on June 17 that will guarantee millions of dollars in construction and procurement contracts for county businesses and members of the local Minority Business Enterprise; jobs for residents that will pay at least $80 million in wages; a rigorous compliance structure; and an industry-first Local Investment Program.

“The goals for local hiring and contracting in this agreement are both ambitious and fair,” Baker said.

The agreement also contains provisions for a specific percentage of contracts to be awarded to minority-owned businesses during the construction phase of the development. “We feel this agreement manifests our commitment to create thousands of new local jobs and provide enormous economic benefits to the people of Prince George’s County,” said MGM National Harbor President Lorenzo Creighton.

The two sides hammered out the agreement as MGM hosted a career showcase – the company declined to refer to it as a job fair to display their commitment as a career employer and not a temporary hiring firm – at Bowie State University in Maryland that had an overflow crowd seeking a chance at employment with the popular gaming organization.

Because of the interest from local residents, officials relocated the showcase event from the smaller Oxon Hill Manor to Bowie State in order to accommodate potential employees.

“Our RSVP inbox became packed with responses when word began to spread about

our career showcase,” said Gordon Absher, vice president of public affairs at MGM Resorts International. “People are obviously excited about the prospect of starting a career with MGM National Harbor,” Absher said.

William Davis, a Landover resident with construction and maintenance experience who’s been out of work for 14 months, patiently waited for a chance to speak with recruiters at the event. He said he hoped that MGM would hire African Americans and local residents.

“I put my best foot forward and it’s up to them,” said Davis, 38. “A job won’t come to you sitting at home so I went out there and tried to make it happen. They promised that I would hear from them within the next week, so we’ll see.”

MGM plans to build a world-class destination resort casino at National Harbor, which company officials said would create thousands of new, local jobs, and provide enormous economic benefits to the region.

“This is very important because for too long we’ve had big businesses come in here and the end result was that there’s little or nothing that benefits our community,” Obie Patterson, a county council member who represents District 8 in Prince George’s County, said in an interview last month.

Patterson had pitched a Community Benefits Agreement of his own in an attempt to ensure that African Americans and local residents benefited from career opportunities as MGM prepared to build the massive, 1 million-square-foot development that will include a 21-story hotel, several restaurants and retail establishments, and an entertainment and concert venue.

The project’s centerpiece, a state-of-the-art casino, will consist of about 3,600 slot machines and 140 gaming tables while the resort will provide nearly 5,000 parking spaces.

Neither Patterson nor mem-

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Prince George’s County Executive Rushern Baker III and MGM officials reached a deal last week that guarantees millions of dollars in construction contracts for county businesses and jobs for residents. /Photo courtesy of Michael Yourishin

AGREEMENT continued from Page 12 bers of his team returned requests for comment about the new agreement. Officials now plan to move forward with a groundbreaking ceremony next month with an eye toward a 2016 grand opening.

The new agreement sets a Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) contracting goal during the construction phase of the project at 30 percent. It also establishes a construction-related employment goal of 20 percent for county residents.

Once the resort opens, the agreement calls for 20 percent of all operational procurement to be spent with Prince George’s County businesses and MBEs. It also establishes a county resident hiring goal of 40 percent at opening which builds to 50 percent over the first five years of operation.

“County Executive Baker and his team worked diligently in crafting a tough-but-realistic agreement. Above all things, I know we share the common goal of ensuring Prince George’s County residents receive significant economic benefits from MGM National

Harbor,” Creighton said.

To ensure compliance, the agreement creates a new oversight structure to monitor terms and confirm that prescribed thresholds are met.

The new structure includes the establishment of a compliance manager position and a county employee position entirely funded by MGM National Harbor. The compliance manager will work in conjunction with a five-member oversight committee that will meet quarterly to review compliance, assess progress, and ensure accountability.

MGM National Harbor will also establish internship and educational opportunities for county students, including a culinary training program at Potomac High School in Oxon Hill, and programs that will provide a minimum of 10 college-level intern positions per year at the resort and at least 25 sponsorships per year in the county’s Summer Youth Enrichment Program.

Additionally, MGM will fund “Community Giving Programs” that directly benefit county residents, including a $1 million contribution to various county assistance and

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education agencies like Prince George’s County Community College and Bowie State University, and other nonprofit organizations.

The Community Giving Programs will exceed $3 million by the resort’s fifth year of operation and will continue through the full term of the facility’s license. The agreement calls for MGM to develop a $30 million program that provides investment opportunities for local residents and a $10 million program for state-certified minority businesses that MGM already has committed to establishing.

Finally, MGM has agreed to pay for the $4 million renovation of the former Thomas Addison Elementary School in Oxon Hill, which the company will use as an employment center and training facility for local residents.

“This agreement validates our commitment to become not only a respected local employer, but a committed partner with the entire Prince George’s County community,” Creighton said. WI The Washington Informer

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CBC Leads Effort in Voting Rights Amendment Fudge, Others Demand Immediate Action

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being held up by Chairman Bob and they want to ensure that individuals aren’t turned away Goodlatte.”

The Congressional Black Cau- from the polls because they Not even the Supreme Court cus (CBC) and other Democrats don’t have proper identification can stop the Congressional have urged lawmakers to update or for other reasons.

Goodlatte, 61, has vowed to Black Caucus from moving for- the 1965 Voting Rights Act. In ward in its mission to protect 2013, the High Court voted to protect voting rights.

“I fully support protecting the African-American voters and strike down key components of voting rights of all Americans,” others at the polls. the law, including allowing nine he said.

“As Congress deterRep. Marcia Fudge (D-Ohio), states to change their voting mines whether additional steps led a contingent of caucus mem- requirements without advance are needed to protect those bers and several minority groups approval from the federal govrights, I will carefully consider in a public plea to Republicans ernment. on June 18 to take up legislation Fudge and other Democratic legislative proposals addressing that would restore the voting legislators said Goodlatte, (R- the issue.”

However, with June quickly rights protections shot down Va.), who serves as the House coming to a close and legislalast year by the nation’s highest Judiciary Chairman, has blocked tors preparing to return to their court. efforts to get a bill passed that home states for summer break, “Voter discrimination is real would restore portions of the without a resolution Congress in America,” said Fudge, 61. law that the Supreme Court would be hard pressed to pass a “We have a voting rights bill that struck down. bill prior to the November midhas been sitting in the House Democrats are seeking greater Pepco Washington 50 Anniversary Ad:Layout 1 6/3/14 10:26 AM Page 1 for months and months and it’s protection for minority voters See RIGHTS on Page 15

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NATIONAL RIGHTS continued from Page 14 term elections.

It’s that scenario that Democrats said they fear because many minority voters could find it difficult to cast their ballots with the way the law currently stands.

“Voting is the language of the American democracy, if you don’t vote, you don’t count,” said Wade Henderson, president and CEO of the Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights in Northwest.

“This principle has been echoed time and again by resounding bipartisan majorities in Congress and by presidents from both parties,” said Henderson, 66. “The issue of voting rights has historically been, and will forever be, bipartisan.

The House Judiciary Committee cannot shrink from this historic obligation.”

CBC members and leaders of several other groups said they recognize this time as being crucial in the battle to achieve a more balanced voting rights law.

Lorraine Miller, interim president and CEO of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, said it’s imperative that Congress act now.

“This is a critical time for action. As we approach the anniversary [of last year’s Supreme Court decision], we must act with renewed urgency in advancing the Voting Rights Amendment Act through the congressional process,” Miller said. “The looming risk of voter disenfranchisement threatens our democracy and failure to advance this legislation gives a free pass to voting discrimination.”

June 25 marked the first anniversary of the Supreme Court’s decision to strike down portions of the voting rights law and it also represents the 50th anniversary of Freedom Summer and the Civil Rights Act.

“More than ever, we must ensure that Latinos are able to exercise their constitutional right. Our community is rapidly growing and the Latino vote has never been more important,” said Congressman Ruben Hinojosa, (D-Texas), chair of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus.

“In the aftermath of [last year’s Supreme Court] decision, there are now 7 million Latinos living in jurisdictions previously subjected to the pre-clearance requirement who are without vital voting rights protections,” said Hinojosa, 73.

“We must stand up and defend the right to vote for people of color.”

Congresswoman Judy Chu, (D-Calif.), chair of the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus, said America has become a melting pot and those of all races should no longer face discrimination, particularly when voting.

“The American electorate is increasingly composed of communities of color,” said Chu, 60.

“As our populations continue to grow, it is critical that these voters are able to fully participate in the political process.”

Others appealing for change include, Elisabeth MacNamara, president of the League of Women Voters; Mee Moua, president and CEO of the Asian Americans Advancing Justice; and Brent Wilkes, executive director of the League of United Latin American Citizens.

“It doesn’t matter what race or ethnicity you are, what education you’ve attained, or money you have, voting is the great equalizer in our democracy and it must be protected,” Fudge said.

“The Voting Rights Amendment Act of 2014 is a solution that addresses the problems we still face with discrimination in voting. We call on Chairman Goodlatte to have a hearing and bring this bill to the floor for serious discussion and debate.” WI

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BUSINESS EXCHANGE

Standing in the Gap [God] searched for someone to stand in the gap – Ezekiel 22 Every advanced nation in the world is a free-market capitalist country. To be successful in a free-market economy requires vision and strategic planning. Too few African-American households boast of being successful free-market practitioners, thankfully Curley M. Dossman, Jr. and 100 Black Men of America, Inc. are standing in the gap of wealth and income inequity grooming Black youth in business and enterprise.

The 100 Black Men of America, Inc. professes a mission to improve the quality of life within African-American communities and enhance educational and economic opportunities where they live. The group is leading and teaching African Americans through programs and efforts that create environments that motivate young people to achieve, and become self-sufficient shareholders in the nation’s overall economic and social fabric. The 100 Black Men has more than 100 chapters with more than 10,000 members. It also has more than 100,000 annual youth participants in mentoring and youth development programs.

The “100” is comprised of local Black professionals that are teaching and mentoring in their communities. Community partisans, the 100 have a quantifiable record helping Blacks build and grow.

Dossman continues to lead the 100 Black Men of America, Inc. into the future. The fifth president and chairman of the Board of Directors, Dossman aims to provide “impactful leadership that delivers innovative programs.” Dossman says his administration is geared toward “the intellectual and economic development of our youth based on the precepts of: respect for family, spirituality, justice, and integrity.” Since 1964, members of the 100 have implemented successful programs that have improved African-Americans’ quality of life. Chairman Dossman says that over past decades the 100 Black Men of America has changed the trajectory of the lives of tens of thousands of Black youth from victims to victors. He contends that the 100 Black Men are impacting the lives of tomorrow’s leaders through signature programs that deliver unique and

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By William Reed innovative mentoring initiatives.

Dossman knows his way around the streets and the suites. He’s vice president of community affairs and president of the Georgia-Pacific Foundation since 1994. He served as state vice president of government affairs at AT&T from 1984 to 1994. Before that, Dossman worked as a legislative assistant to Senator Russell B. Long from 1979 to 1984. Today, Dossman also serves on the Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce and Atlanta Downtown Improvement District. In previous years, he served as the chairman of the National Black Arts Festival and as director of Leadership Atlanta and chairman of the Morehouse College Campaign.

Dossman’s leadership is grounded in the Market-Based Management business concept that fuels Georgia-Pacific LLC, an American pulp and paper company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. Georgia-Pacific is one of the world’s leading manufacturers and distributors of pulp, paper, and packaging, building products and related chemicals. Were it a public company, in 2013 it would have ranked 17 on the Fortune 500 list. Dossman’s responsible for community relations program development and administration of the Georgia-Pacific Foundation. One of the leading Black corporate executives in the world, Dossman directs activities of the Georgia-Pacific Foundation and develops and implements the company’s overall philanthropic strategies. Georgia-Pacific believes that self-sufficiency and skillful use of economics are indispensable elements of a sustainable and strong community. Dossman administers his portfolio with astute business and organizational insight.

Under Dossman, programs such as Youth Entrepreneurs Atlanta, young people are being taught free-enterprise fundamentals in

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BUSINESS Thousands Attend Prince George’s Career Showcase

Job Prospects at National Harbor Casino Draw Crowd

By Joshua Garner WI Contributing Writer @JoshuaGarnerDC Thousands turned out for a career showcase at Bowie State University to get a sneak peek of employment opportunities at the planned resort and casino at National Harbor in Oxon Hill.

During the event, officials from MGM National Harbor shared information about the jobs coming to the development, which is looking to hire and train for 4,000 positions.

“The idea is to spend time with potential employees – it’s really eye opening,” said Lorenzo Creighton, president of MGM National Harbor.

Though no job openings are currently available, the showcase attracted about 2,000 people on June 19. Ushered into large presentation rooms, potential employees had a chance to talk with representatives from MGM to get an idea of the types of jobs that would be available when the casino opens in 2016.

Creighton said hiring for the casino could start within the next six months. Once complete, MGM National Harbor will feature a 300room hotel, 3,600 slot machines, 140 gaming tables, a 1,200-seat theater, restaurants, high-end retail stores, and a spa.

“We’re going to take our time [with the hiring],” Creighton said, emphasizing that the first hires will be at the executive level.

The showcase comes just days after Prince George’s County Executive Rushern L. Baker III (D) announced the county had reached a Community Benefits Agreement with MGM National Harbor, which, among other things, establishes a target of hiring county residents and veterans to 40 percent of the jobs at the casino within the first two years.

Still, the showcase drew spectators all hoping to get a sense of

REED continued from Page 16 communities and colleges. Dossman’s programs spark students’ interest in owning businesses and “thinking like an owner.”

“We realize that student entrepreneurs, when nurtured and

MGM Resorts CEO Jim Murren talked with participants during MGM National Harbor’s “Career Showcase” with MGM Resorts executives and employees sharing insights on the coming employment and career opportunities on Thursday, June 19 at Bowie State University in Prince George’s County. /Photo by Sharon Farmer

the type of positions that would be available at MGM. “I’m trying to see what MGM will bring to the county,” said Ryan Hunter, 22, of Fort Washington as he waited in line at the showcase.

“I’m interested to see what jobs are open.”

Hunter, who is studying information systems at Prince George’s Community College, said he hopes to find technology-related jobs at the casino. Officials at MGM said the company would offer a variety of positions from the executive level down to retail associates. The average salary for an MGM Resorts employee is $60,000, Creighton said.

The prospect of livable wage jobs in Prince George’s County has been a talking point for county leaders who say that the county suffers from a dearth of high paying jobs. During the recession, Prince George’s suffered a greater loss of jobs compared to other jurisdictions in the region and has been slower to regain jobs.

When complete, the casino will generate $40 million in revenue for the county annually and $1.5 billion for the state.

“Prince George’s County has never had an entity make a commitment of this scale in terms of bringing high quality and diverse jobs and contracting opportunities to our residents and businesses,” said Roland Jones, acting director of the Office of Central Services. “We believe that MGM has set reasonable but aggressive targets for employment

and contracting.”

Community leaders, too, said they’re pleased with the agreement and its potential impact on employment opportunities in the county.

“It’s a good deal,” said Bob Ross, president of the Prince George’s County Chapter of the NAACP, who attended the event. “There has not been a company in my 14 years [in the county] that has done that.”

Officials at MGM said the agreement focused on opportunities for county residents.

“This is the most detailed and comprehensive [agreement] we have ever entered into,” said Jim Murren, CEO and chairman of MGM Resorts International.

Residents said they are already reaping economic benefits of the planned casino.

Toya Mitchell, 55, of Fort Washington said her printing and graphic design business, Lord and Mitchell, has been contracted to provide signage for the casino, including events like the showcase. “[MGM] has impacted my revenue in a significant way – they are a huge client,” she said, adding that she’s been able to hire four contractors for her business since taking MGM on. “My hope is that MGM begins to utilize businesses in the county – we are willing, able, and ready.”WI

developed, can create value and free markets” says Dossman. If we want to close the gaps and inequalities that exist between Blacks and other groups in America, we may want to gauge what has occurred when leaders such as Dossman contribute in building our communities and their capac-

ities. Inquiries can be directed to the 100 Black Men of America, Inc., 141 Auburn Avenue, Atlanta, Georgia 30303, telephone (404) 688-5100.WI William Reed is publisher of “Who’s Who in Black Corporate America” and available for projects via the BaileyGroup.org

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HEALTH

Asthma Sufferers Receive Good News CDC Reports Disease on the Decline

By Stacy M. Brown WI Contributing Writer A recent estimate provided by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in Atlanta revealed that 44,405 adults in the District of Columbia live with asthma.

Additionally, 13,981 children in D.C. have the chronic inflammatory disease that swells and

narrows the airways and causes coughing, wheezing and breathing difficulties. Also, many who have the disease are African Americans who often are forced to rush to emergency rooms at alarming rates, officials said.

“Living with asthma isn’t by any means a cake walk,” said Keith Brown, a retired Army sergeant who recently moved to Richmond, Virginia, after split-

ting time between Northwest Washington, D.C. and Alexandria, for three decades.

“Sometimes you are aware when an attack is coming, but most of the time it’s unexpected and it’s a devastatingly helpless feeling,” said Brown, 49.

However, a new study released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) offers hope to sufferers like Brown.

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Released on June 19, the survey suggests that asthma in the U.S. may finally be on the decline. Over the past several years, about 8.6 percent of Americans have reported that they have asthma, but the CDC’s study, which officials conducted over the past year, noted that the number has decreased to 7.4 percent, the lowest mark in 10 years.

“We’re not really sure what’s going on,” said Jeannine S. Schiller, who holds a master’s in Public Health and works for the CDC’s National Center for Health Statistics in Hyattsville, Maryland.

“It was pretty flat for a few years, and then it dropped this year.

We don’t know why. There was nothing that happened in public health or environmentally that you would say, ‘Oh, that makes sense,’” Schiller said.

CDC officials said the largest decline could be seen in African-American children and women. “Anytime there is some health report, we seem to always come out on the short end of the stick so it’s interesting that they are saying we are doing better with asthma,” said Terry Strothers, a forklift operator

who lives in Northeast.

“I have had asthma all of my life, but I guess I’m one of those who haven’t had any recent problems but, for a long while here, I thought it was going to take me at some point,” said Strothers, 55.

The study, where more than 47,000 adults and children took part in interviews with health officials, also revealed that asthma attacks declined from 4.4 percent in 2012 to 3.8 percent last year, the lowest mark in more than 15 years.

Locally, health officials said the National Capital Asthma Coalition in Northeast works to build a sustainable system of care to reduce emergency room visits, hospitalizations and school absences, and to improve the quality of life for children and adults with asthma.

The group uses three key strategic areas to help accomplish its goals, including a collaborative intervention demonstration project to improve care management and delivery for at-risk

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Asthma sufferers both young and old have received good news from a recently released study that states that the prevalence of the disease has declined. /Photo courtesy of BET CDC officials said the largest decline in asthma could be seen in African-American women and children. /Photo courtesy of BET

ASTHMA continued from Page 18 children, a professional and community education program, and coalition-building activities that enhance coordination, policymaking and resource-sharing.

Breathe DC, another local organization that’s helping to wage the battle against asthma, continues to call on health officials to invest in the campaign to defeat the disease.

Rolando Andrewn, the CEO

of the Southeast-based nonprofit, testified in May before the D.C. Council Committee on Health to urge city administrators to lend a helping hand.

“We call for the District to invest in a comprehensive campaign to address the asthma epidemic. We will be developing a major DC Asthma Campaign called, ‘Lifting the Burden,’” Andrewn said. “We call on all sectors of the community including the D.C. Department of Health to join us as we work to end the

devastating effects of this dreadful disease.”

Health experts said they aren’t sure what causes asthma, but attacks can be triggered by tobacco smoke, air pollution, pollen, and cockroaches. Also, it’s believed that decrepit housing conditions and climate change

are possible reasons for many asthma episodes.

“Nationally, I’m not aware of anything that would explain these statistics,” said Dr. Karen Freedle, an Emory University specialist in pediatric asthma.

While the study presents some good news, many said

controlling the disease remains crucial. Lisa A. Gilmore, the program manager at Building Connections for Better Health in Southwest offered five ways in which patients can stay healthy.

Gilmore recommended the use of inhaled corticosteroids; a written action plan that highlights prevention and handling attacks; assessing the severity of the disease at an initial doctor’s visit to determine what treatment plan to follow; scheduling follow-up visits with primary care physicians at least every six months; and controlling environmental exposure to allergens and irritants that could make symptoms worse.

Officials also cautioned those with asthma to not let their guard down because of the optimistic new study.

“We’re saying watch that,” Schiller said. “Because when something is relatively flat for so long and you have a statistically significant difference, you want more data points to support the trend that might be emerging.”WI

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Principal Turnovers Reflect Poorly on Schools

By Dorothy Rowley WI Staff Writer The plan calls for jump-starting the 2014-15 school year with not just the best teachers, but also with the best principals.

However, there will likely be a repeat cycle of leadership instability within the District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS) system, that’s been rocked by the terminations of at least eight veteran principals and several of their colleagues who’ve been shuffled around. Others tipping their hats this summer, include Rory Pullens, the highly-regarded principal of the Duke Ellington School of the Arts in Northwest, who resigned for a post in California, and Patrick Pope, who recently announced his retirement after transforming Savoy Elementary in Southeast into one of the nation’s top arts and music schools.

“I’m very concerned about the

turnover of principals,” said Mark Jones, who represents Ward 5 on the D.C. Board of Education.

“I’m a firm believer that consistency and having a stable workforce of teachers and principals makes a big difference in the lives of our children,” said Jones, 54, who added that while some parents requested certain terminations, other parents and students believed their principals had done an exemplary job.

“I understand that at the end of the day, it’s the call of the public schools system officials, but we’ve just got to make a concerted effort to ensure the rights of both our principals and teachers the first time around.”

Jones said principal turnovers have been ongoing since 2007 when Michelle Rhee took over as chancellor. During her three-year tenure, Rhee fired 36 principals and closed 23 schools in just one year.

According to a 2012 Rand Corporation report that focused on

Council member David Catania (I-At Large) who’s a candidate in this fall’s mayoral race, has consistently criticized DCPS Chancellor Kaya Henderson for the manner in which she’s approached school reform. /Courtesy Photo

principal firings, in many instances the schools took a nosedive after the principals left.

However, in the case of DCPS, principals will have an opportunity to keep their jobs based on their performance evaluations.

School spokesperson Melissa Salmanowitz explained that unlike teachers whose T:9.5” performances next year will be gauged in accordance with a new state as-

sessment called the “Partnership for Assessment of Readiness for College Careers,” the principals will be evaluated on existing measures.

“It could be a number of different assessments that will be used for accountability purposes,” Salmanowitz said.

Meanwhile, since assuming the helm, Henderson has continued to raise the ire of parents and

community leaders throughout the District with her decision in January 2013 to close 15 so-called low-performing or under-enrolled schools – most of which served students in wards 5, 7 and 8.

At the end of school year 201213, Henderson continued to exert an iron-fist school reformation initiative that gave the boot to 20 percent of the school system’s principals.

That round of ousters, although lower than in previous years, outweighs the number reported for neighboring school systems.

D.C. Council member David Catania (I-At Large), chair of the council’s Committee on Education, has criticized Henderson for the manner in which she’s approached school reform.

A candidate for the November mayoral election – Catania wants school officials to develop an evaluation system for principals that also enables them to rate their supervisors without fear of reprisal – has given no indication whether he’ll keep Henderson if he wins.

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PRINCIPALS continued from Page 20 But he said via a June 23 email that he thinks the constant terminations of principals only serve to weaken schools, and that the retention of experienced, high-quality school leadership is critical to academic excellence.

“There’s something amiss when we have such a high degree of turnovers among our most talented principals,” Catania, 46, said in an earlier interview. “A consistently high principal turnover rate is indicative of the incompetence of those who screen, hire and fire them. . . . These folks need to be held accountable, and to date they have not – and I doubt they ever will be under this chancellor.”

In most school districts across the country, principals are offered contracts that extend three to five years. In stark comparison, DCPS principals are given one-year contracts and the decision to fire them can come without cause.

“We need to invest in work-

force and professional development to maintain those principals to whom we’ve made a commitment to hire – and I just don’t see enough of that happening,” Jones said, adding that principals should be offered multi-year contracts.

“There may be a reason behind one-year contracts, but that doesn’t make it right,” said Jones.

“The contracts are set up so that if a principal is not doing their job, the chancellor can put fire under them and eventually have them removed,” he said. “But that’s counterproductive. A oneyear contract just makes principals tentative. It does not give them ample time to prepare to develop a plan then implement and execute it.”

In addition, Cathy Reilly, a Northwest resident whose three children are DCPS graduates, said the one-year contract gives prospective educators a sense that they can move into the city and invest in schools and their communities.

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Henderson has continued to raise the ire of parents and community leaders throughout the District with her decision in January 2013 to close 15 so-called low-performing or under-enrolled schools – most of which served students in Wards 5, 7 and 8. /Courtesy Photo

some very good principals over the controversial IMPACT evaluations which are often too rigid,” said Reilly. “I’m not happy to see that so many of them have left the system.”

Daniel del Pielago, education organizer for the grassroots advocacy group Empower DC, re-

ferred to the yet-to-be explained 2012 ouster of Michael Johnson, the principal who’s credited with turning around the once-troubled Phelps Architecture, Construction and Engineering High School in Northeast, to become one of the District’s model schools.

Although parents and students

protested Johnson’s ouster, their outrage failed to move administrators at the Central Office in Northwest.

“Empower D.C. looks at how parents are and are not involved in all of this,” said del Pielago, 41. “In situations where parents are happy with the principal that they have, if for some reason the Central administration decides to remove them – like in the situation at Phelps – parents automatically have no say in the matter,” he said.

“This kind of mirrors what happens with the teachers as well.

We have this instability that happens every year, so our students are continually exposed to it, which I think is a crime. If there were more parents involved in making these decisions over who stays and who goes, it would definitely make for a stronger and better public schools system.” WI

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D.C. EDUCATION BRIEFS Compiled by Dorothy Rowley WI Staff Writer Test Scores Banned from 2014-15 Evaluations Chancellor Kaya Henderson has announced that student test scores won’t be used for teachers’ 2014-15 performance evaluations. The change comes as a result of the school system’s transition to a new state assessment that’s aligned with the rigorous Common Core State Standards.

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Schools (DCPS) currently uses a “value-added” measure to quantify the impact that a teacher has on student learning, and for the past four years officials have calculated scores for teachers whose students take DC’s “state” assessments.

“We firmly believe that student learning is a key indicator of teacher performance – and value-added is one of the best ways to measure that. But we also know that new assessments always bring delays and unexpected complications,” said Henderson. “Our teachers want

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and deserve clarity about when they will receive their final evaluations. So we decided to hold value-added for one year as we work out any potential wrinkles.”

Henderson Honors Graduating Seniors Chancellor Kaya Henderson hosted a new program recently that she hopes will become an annual event.

“The Scholars Luncheon,” held at the Verizon Center in Northwest on June 16, honored 75 outstanding graduating seniors, most of whom will

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attend college this fall on full scholarships.

“We expect you will prove to the world that the public school system in the nation’s capital turns out some of the most amazing people in this world,” said Henderson, who referred to the honorees as the school system’s best and brightest.

DCPS Reaches Agreements with Union Partners Roughly 2,400 District public schools employees can expect a salary increase as the result of new agreements reached with three local partnering unions.

A June 18 statement from the school system, the American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME) Local 2921, Teamsters Local 639 and the Council of School Officers confirmed ratification of the new contracts which run through 2017 and must meet approval of the D.C. Council.

“Our work together with our union partners to provide these new benefits for our staff repre-

sent hard work, compromise and a true commitment to supporting these professionals in our schools,” said Chancellor Kaya Henderson.

Hats off to a Great School Year!

Chancellor Kaya Henderson took the time on June 19 – the last day of classes – to thank the school community for a successful year.

“This year, our students absolutely killed it,” said Henderson, 43. “Whether it was the success on the National Assessment of Educational Progress where [our] students made the greatest gains in the country, or whether it was the Advanced Placement (AP) report showing that the District has more high school graduates who took an AP class during high school than any other state, we had many reasons to be proud,” said Henderson.

She added that more families are choosing DCPS – which makes her happy and optimistic.WI

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Students with disabilities, including those who participated in the annual Special Olympics Bob Janus Spring Games last month, often have to overcome daunting challenges in order to move forward in school. /Photo courtesy of Prince George’s County Public Schools

Compiled by Dorothy Rowley WI Staff Writer Board Approves Charter Recommendation Despite parental objections, the Prince George’s County Board of Education has approved schools CEO Kevin Maxwell’s recommendation for a charter school to lease a vacant elementary school in Forestville, Maryland.

The parents have cited safety concerns with Berkshire Elementary School on Surrey Square Lane, where plans call for the operation of the Chesapeake Math and IT (CMIT) Academy for at least one year.

The board unanimously approved the new school location on June 12 which will be called CMIT South.

A one-year lease of $221,565 for the school begins July 1 and will be paid by the Hanover-based Chesapeake Lighthouse Foundation Students with Disabilities Receive Scholarships The Michael Cardin Scholarship Committee has awarded scholarships to 17 students enrolled in the state’s non-public special education programs.

The scholarships, which are for post-secondary education, trade school or summer learning opportunities are part of the Maryland Association of Nonpublic Special Education Facilities (MANSEF).

Students received their scholarships during a ceremony on June 9 in Clarksville, Maryland.

“These scholarships recognize students who have overcome daunting challenges to move forward in school, at home and in their communities,” Dorie Flynn, MANSEF executive director said.

“More importantly, perhaps, is the confidence and self-esteem these students will gain during the exciting programs that await them this summer and beyond.”

The Prince George’s County scholarship recipients include: Me-

kai Adams of Bladensburg; Jessenia Barron, Joseph Barron and Chana Kramer of Bowie; James Domchick of Greenbelt; LaDanian McMillan of Capitol Heights; Brandon Hamilton of Upper Marlboro; Quindre Peyton and Devon Thomas of Suitland; Shakira Ramsey of Upper Marlboro; Paul Schad of Landover Hills; Makaile Stanley of Temple Hills; and Eddy Zevallos of College Park.

CASA Role Models Needed The county’s Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) want male role models who can make a positive impact on young men and boys in foster care to ensure that they reach their full potential.

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Money Raised for Schools Business owners have teamed up with school leaders to help raise money for the county’s schools.

R. Owen Johnson, chairman of the schools’ Excellence in Education Foundation, said in an interview that the group recently raised $120,000 during a major fundraising event.

County Executive Rushern Baker said the foundation’s work plays an essential role in helping him turn the school system around.

“It is extremely important to have the business community involved in our schools, not just financially, but emotionally,” Baker, 55, said. “I’m glad to see the foundation has continued its efforts and even gotten better.” WI

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Family Instability Affects Children’s Cells

By Jazelle Hunt NNPA Washington Correspondent

WASHINGTON (NNPA) – While sticks and stones can break bones, new research indicates that family struggles can hurt children on a molecular level.

The study published in the July issue of Pediatrics, involved 75 African American families with children age 5 to 15 (out of a sample of 80) in the New Orleans metro area.

Researchers found that the more “family instability” a child had experienced over time, the shorter his or her telomeres were.

Dr. Stacy Drury, author of the study, describes telomeres as “shoelace caps” on the ends of a chromosome that keep the strands from unwinding. Chromosomes (our inherited strands of DNA) have to replicate to allow a cell to multiply. Telomeres allow a chromosome to copy itself without errors – but every time a chromosome replicates, its telomeres shorten until

the chromosome can no longer copy itself properly. When chromosomes can’t copy, a cell can’t either – so it dies.

Shorter telomeres mean shorter cell life. That means the cells of children under chronic stress are aging and dying faster.

“All of [your] biological systems, when you’re stressed, are put on high alert. When you’re on high alert too long you start to speed up the whole aging process, and cells are showing the effects sooner than the rest of the body,” says Drury, who also serves as director of the Behavioral and Neurodevelopmental Genetics Laboratory at Tulane University. “That’s one thing that we were surprised to find. We weren’t sure we’d see this effect in kids this young.”

This effect – chronic stress manifesting as cellular burnout – has long been linked to poor health outcomes. Drury explains that the shortening of telomeres can be seen as the earliest warning sign of these outcomes.

The study, citing other research, states: “Exposure to early adversity increases risk for

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negative health outcomes across the life course, yet it is unclear whether specific experience or cumulative exposure is the most biologically toxic. Toxic stress likely influences child health and development, particularly risk for cardiovascular disease, obesity, and mental illness.”

Drury’s team also took into account other factors that could influence a child’s development, such as body mass index, age, maternal education as an indication of socio-economic status, household monthly income, and more. Almost none of these factors had any bearing on telomere length — except for a few peculiarities around gender and age.

Overall, children exposed to instability have shorter telomeres than unexposed children, but this genetic wear-and-tear seems to affect girls more directly than boys. For girls, the link remains strong over time, and is not influenced by other variables, including the type of instability they experience.

(The “family instabilities” examined in the study were family incarceration, suicide of a family member, and witnessed violence.

The study breaks down the effects by “witnessed violence” alone; “family disruption,” which is the other two instabilities together; and a cumulative measure of any combination of these experiences over time).

For boys, a few factors can influence the severity of the ef-

Shorter telemomeres, the “shoelace caps” on the ends of a chromosome mean shorter cell life. That means the cells of children under chronic stress are aging and dying faster. /Courtesy NNPA

fects. For example, boys who see violence have the most significant likelihood of shorter telomeres, as opposed to other forms of instability. Yet, maternal education seems to provide a buffer for boys 10 years old or younger. Conversely, the older a boy is as he experiences family instability—cumulatively, or individual instances—the shorter his telomeres will be.

“The effects of this family instability…we saw it in all kids, but we really saw it in girls,” says Drury, adding that the difference persists in adulthood, but there hasn’t yet been enough research to determine how early the difference appears. “One thing that might play a role is the rate of development—whether it’s biological differences, or social interaction, or differences with a child’s place within and outside the family system.”

Another inexplicable tidbit from the study: the children who

had experienced the most instability tended to have younger parents and mothers who were more highly educated.

For concerned caregivers who may not be able to control their child’s exposure to life’s hardships, Drury recommends creating a buffer zone with areas that are within your control.

“Telomere length definitely changes; it’s not a static measurement. You have to have early intervention for prevention… better nutrition, talk about holistic health, exercise, and sleep,” she says, adding that communal support helps as well. “If moms and dads with exposure to family struggles are focusing on ways to buffer the impact on their kids, these things become more important.”WI

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No More War

Eleven years ago, when the Bush administration and a compliant media began beating the drums of war, more than 15 million people marched in cities around the world demanding that President George W. Bush veer away from attacking Iraq.

Bush ignored them.

He and other neo-conservatives like Dick Cheney, John Bolton, Paul Wolfowitz, Donald Rumsfeld and Elliott Abrams made what they said a compelling case that Iraqi President Saddam Hussein had Weapons of Mass Destruction.

And on March 19, 2003, American and coalition forces invaded Iraq. Bush, Cheney and the rest painted the rosiest of pictures: that the war would be short, that American soldiers would be greeted as liberators and that the money used to finance the invasion and subsequent occupation would come from oil revenues.

The presence of Weapons of Mass Destruction proved to be a lie and the invasion destroyed Iraq setting it on a tragic spiral from which it has yet to emerge. There have certainly been military costs, particularly the lives of Americans lost in an unnecessary war, but the human costs have been staggering: it’s estimated that between 700,000 and 1 million Iraqi civilians died in the conflict; millions more have been displaced; the bombing campaign shattered the country’s infrastructure.

Bush routed and then dismantled the Iraqi army, removed members of the Ba’ath Party from power and created a power vacuum which exacerbated the complicated economic, political, and social problems already present during the first two years of occupation.

Without any resources for living, author Huda Ahmed said, many Iraqis were forced to take desperate measures, such as joining the insurgency.

Fast-forward to 2014 and the media is abuzz with news of the lightning fast strikes of ISIS (Islamic State in Syria and Iraq), an extremist group seeking to create an Islamic state encompassing all or parts of Syria and Iraq. The U.S.-backed government of Nouri Al-Maliki could conceivably be swept away by the Sunni insurgents and all around Washington, there are calls for President Barack Obama to send troops back to Iraq.

Sen. John McCain, for example, has criticized Obama, saying his withdrawal of American troops left Iraq vulnerable and unable to respond to the ISIS threat. We are also witnessing the unseemly scenario of Cheney and other neo-conservatives who started the war the first time, clamoring for a second chance to insert American troops into a conflict that threatens to consume Iraq.

We hope the president ignores them and if he’s swayed, we hope we’ll see a repeat of what happened when Obama and Congress tilted toward invading Syria – a huge public outcry, marches and demonstrations to make it abundantly clear that this country is sick and tired of war.

Metro’s Dilemma Beginning June 29, Metro riders will have to dig a little deeper to take public transportation. Overall, Metrorail fares will increase by an average of three percent. The average train ride will cost $3.00, while bus fares will be bumped up to $1.75, up from $1.60 for those with a SmarTrip card. Riders paying cash will save five cents per ride.

For some passengers, the daily round-trip commute could be more than $10, and if they drive, add $4.50 for parking. Lots of area residents can’t afford that. Despite repeated assurances by Metro officials that service is improving, disgruntled riders say they aren’t seeing improvements on the ground. The Red Line is notorious for innumerable delays, then there’s the track work and other issues which have raised the ire and dissatisfaction people feel.

Already, there are reports that ridership is down and that is said to be a response, in part, to higher prices and questionable service.

Metro officials have their work cut out for them as they try to lure commuters back.

HU Students Reach Out to Community

Sam P.K. Collins wrote an enlightening article, “HU Students Connect with Community,” published in the June 1925 edition that should make all of Howard University’s students, and particularly those who live on and near the campus stop and think.

For as long as I can remember, HU has always been at the forefront helping to deliver a variety of quality programs and services to the community.

The school, which sits in the heart of my Northwest enclave of older homes and aging residents, has also been recognized over the past year as No. 1 among HBCUs for the number of alumni engaged in volunteer efforts. And, for that both current students and alumni should be proud.

However, as the article pointed out, there are times when students housed in apartments and houses in close proximity to the homes of longtime residents, have been reported for loud music, rowdy parties and other disturbances. People have the right to expect to live peacefully in their neighborhoods and they should report any student who ignores that right.

I’m just happy that some of the students took the time to consider their neighbors and their quality of life. In doing so, they have taken community service a step further with an interactive campaign that takes them door-to-door canvassing neighborhoods near Howard

to hear residents’ concerns and how students can help solve them.

What a wonderful way to bridge the HU campus family and the community and make everyone feel more comfortable.

Elnora Roberts Washington, D.C.

Students Show Compassion for Others

We are always reading articles and seeing television stories about all sorts of people coming into our communities to help those who are in need, but very seldom do we have the chance to read or see our young African-American folks doing the same in other communities.

That’s why when I read Barrington Salmon’s article, “New Orleans Students Donate Time, Resources to Philippines” in the June 19, 2014 paper I just had to write this letter. Our young people are always being portrayed as being so negative and selfish, but this article proves that given the opportunity they can be just as giving and caring as any other group of young people.

We hear the phrase “Giving Back” used all the time by individuals who have made lots of money, or those who have become successful at what they do, but you don’t have to have a lot of money or be successful to give back. We can all give back to each other. We can impart kind words to someone we meet on the street, or that person sitting next

to you on the bus. We can give back at our churches, at our schools and even at our jobs. The important thing is to give something back to those in need.

The Washington Informer always sheds light on those subjects the other media outlets seem to want us to forget about, so I’m glad to see this topic covered in your paper.

Regina Logan Washington, D.C.

Congratulations for 50 Years!

As far as I am concerned, The Washington Informer Newspaper is the best source of information in the Washington area. As an avid reader of your paper, there’s not a week that goes by that I am not completely rejuvenated mentally and spiritually by your stories. News doesn’t always have to be negative, especially in our community, and your paper continually brings that good news to us.

As you celebrate your 50th year of publishing The Washington Informer, I would like to thank you for all that you have given to us – all that good news! I hope and I pray that your paper is around for many, many more years to come so that all of our grandchildren and great grandchildren of this city will have the opportunity to read positive stories about themselves and their hometown.

Randy Miller Washington, D.C.

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By George E. Curry

Freedom Summer – 50 Years Later The 50th anniversary of Freedom Summer is being commemorated this week in Mississippi and it provides the perfect backdrop to reflect on the transformation of not only Mississippi, then the deadliest state in the nation, but the entire region.

As I have written in the space before, there was a popular joke about Mississippi making the rounds during the height of the Civil Rights Movement. Sup-

posedly, a Chicago seminary student who was awakened at 3 a.m. by a voice imploring him: “Go to Mississippi! Go to Mississippi!!

Go to Mississippi!!!” The seminary student said, “Lord, you said that you will be with me always, even until the end of the earth. If I go to Mississippi, will you go with me?” The heavenly voice replied, “I’ll go as far as Memphis.”

Of course, if the Lord was reluctant to go to Mississippi, the chances of a Black surviving there were slim and none. At

the time, I had just completed my junior year at Druid High School in Tuscaloosa, Alabama in the summer of 1964. Alabama had its own violent racial history when it came to race relations, but Mississippi was the one state we knew was worse. In fact, whenever a national ranking of any kind came out, we would always say, “Thank God for Mississippi.”

Of course, we all awaited the beginning of Freedom Summer, a national mobilization of mostly college students who would

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descend upon Mississippi in 1964 to help civil rights activists, led by Bob Moses of the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee (SNCC), assist Blacks in voter education and voting.

More than 1,000 college students, about 90 percent of them White, participated. With so many northern White students descending on the state, the nation would be watching. And Blacks like me, who grew up under America’s version of apartheid, knew that virulent White racists in Mississippi would not

go quietly into the dark. They would go into the dark – where they did their most vicious work – but they wouldn’t be quiet about it.

And sure enough, at the outset of Freedom Summer, three civil rights workers – James Chaney, Michael Schwerner and Andrew Goodman – were arrested in Nashoba County by Sheriff Cecil Price, a member of the Ku Klux Klan. That night, they were released. Tipped off about

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By Julianne Malveaux

Blacks have not Recovered from the Recovery Judging from its June 18-19 meeting, the Federal Reserve is hedging its bets. It says the U.S. economy is on the mend, but more slowly than expected.

They’ve reduced their estimate for economic growth and say that it will take a year or more to get to where we were six years ago.

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has offered a starker forecast. Expected growth

for the United States is about 3 percent, a level considered “normal” and “in recovery.” They projected something right above 2 percent earlier this year. Now, they say the United States economy will grow at about 1.9 percent, below robust recovery, and that it will take until 2018 to get the labor market back on track.

Meanwhile, the stock market seems to signal a healthy recovery, and surveys of human resource professionals found that more employers are offering

signing and retention bonuses to get the best employees and to keep them. Obviously, the nearly 10 million people who are unemployed aren’t being offered any kind of bonuses. Most of them just want work. That’s not to mention the 3.4 million people who have not worked in half a year or more. Bonus? Please.

The economic recovery is as bifurcated as our economic reality has always been. The Occupy folks estimated it in a way that galvanized energy and spoke

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some truth. Does the top 1 percent of our population get all the benefits of economic growth?

Just about. One of the most telling statistics deals with race and recovery. Aggregately, Whites and Asians Americans have fully recovered from economic shortfalls, African Americans have seen their wealth rebound by only 45 percent. They have lost 55 percent of wealth, bearing a disproportionate burden from this recovery.

When we parse the data by

class, we learn that President Obama’s focus on the middle class leaves the poor where they have always been – at the periphery of economic progress. Until the job markets open up at entry level, instead of providing opportunities for the middle class and higher, the recovery will not trickle down. Meanwhile, there are members of Congress who truly believe that the unemployed are jobless because they

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By Raynard Jackson

Blacks Need More Racists A few weeks ago, the United Negro College Fund (UNCF) made a stunning announcement that caused a lot of consternation in the Black community.

UNCF reportedly accepted a $25 million contribution from Koch Industries and the Charles Koch Foundation.

Under normal circumstances, David and Charles Koch – the brothers who control the two entities – would be applauded

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for their generosity. But some Blacks have labeled the Koch brothers as racist simply because they are White, conservative, and libertarians who believe in smaller government, lower taxes and ballot integrity.

However, when the critics are asked to specify what the Koch family has done that is racist, they draw blanks. They equate philosophical disagreements with being a racist. Even if that were the case, why reject money that will actually benefit Black students? The gift is one of larg-

est in the history of UNCF. The UNCF is the primary fund-raising organization for students at private, historically Black colleges. UNCF President Michael Lomax had no problem accepting the check, saying, “…

We believe that our cause is a cause that all Americans can and should support regardless of their views on other matters.”

The money will be allocated as follows: $18.5 million will be used to create the UNCF/ Koch Scholars Program, which will provide funds to “exemplaThe Washington Informer

ry students with demonstrated financial need and an interest in the study of how entrepreneurship, economics, and innovation contribute to the well-being for individuals, communities, and society;” $6.5 million will provide general support to the UNCF and historically black colleges of which $4 million of those funds will be reserved for 37 UNCF member institutions to help students who hurt by the denial of PLUS loans (a parent loan program).

Michael L. Lomax, president

and CEO of the UNCF, is being criticized for accepting these funds from the Koch brothers essentially because they oppose virtually everything Obama stands for – and are willing to spend billions of their own money to help their cause. It’s their money and they can do what they please with it. Everyone should be happy that they chose to support Black colleges.

Many are quick to criticize the Koch brothers but don’t have

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By Benjamin F. Chavis, Jr.

U.S. – African Leaders Summit Long Overdue President Barack Obama will once again make national and international history when the White House hosts the first United States – African Leaders Summit on August 5-6. In the 238-year history of the United States, no U.S. president has ever invited the presidents of each African nation to convene in Washington, D.C. Announcing the purpose of the summit, the White House

stated, “President Obama looks forward to welcoming leaders from across the African continent to the Nation’s Capital to further strengthen ties with one of the world’s most dynamic and fastest-growing regions. The Summit will build on the progress made since the President’s trip to Africa last summer, advance the Administration’s focus on trade and investment in Africa, and highlight America’s commitment to Africa’s security, its democratic development, and its people.”

According to the U.S. State Department, the upcoming U.S. – African Leaders Summit will bring the largest number of heads of state ever to be assembled in Washington, D.C. U.S. News & World Report cautioned about what it considered to be “Obama’s High-Risk Africa Summit,” noting, “The president is breaking tradition during a meeting with more than 50 African leaders.”

Gird yourself for strident attacks on President Obama because of this bold initiative on

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Africa. Instead of applauding this move to improve relations with the continent that is home to seven of the 10 fastest-growing economies in the world – Ethiopia, Mozambique, Tanzania, Congo, Ghana, Zambia and Nigeria.

Without a doubt, the summit is a positive step forward and a long overdue break with the past traditions and “benign neglect” policies of the U.S. toward Africa.

Interestingly, both China and Japan have already sponsored

and financed successful African leaders summits. Led by China, Asia is the biggest investor in Africa. What do Asians see or know about Africa that Americans appear to be so slow to grasp? In fact China and Japan have made separate investment commitments to Africa that now total more than $60 billion.

In addition to bustling economies, Africa has the world’s largest supply of natural and minerals resources. Beyond the

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By Lee A. Daniels

The Central Park Jogger Case Settlement How much is a person’s innocence worth?

That’s the most fundamental question framing the news that, after years of bitter dispute, a settlement has been reached in the lawsuit stemming from the notorious Central Park Jogger case that a quarter-century ago inflamed racial tensions in New York City and across the country, sent five Black and Latino youth to prison for years – and

since then has become one of the best-known examples of the injustice that’s corroded much of America’s criminal justice system.

The five men, who, though 14 to 16 years old at the time, were tried as adults for beating and raping the young White woman, will now receive about a million dollars for each year they served in prison. Four of the men—Antron McCray, Kevin Richardson, Yusef Salaam, and Raymond Santana, Jr. – spent about seven years in prison. One, Kharey

Wise, served about 13 years.

More than a decade after their trial, DNA and other evidence uncovered by the Manhattan District Attorney’s office proved that none of the five youths had beaten and raped the jogger.

The evidence tied the attack to one man, Matias Reyes, who by then was in prison for murdering a woman shortly after he had attacked the jogger, then confessed to the crime.

The convictions of the five were vacated in 2002, but for a decade the administration of

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New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg refused to settle their lawsuit that charged that police and prosecutors had deliberately suppressed the DNA and other evidence. City officials, however, then maintained that the police and prosecutors had not committed any wrongdoing and therefore could not be held liable.

By contrast, the administration of Mayor Bill de Blasio, who took office in January, moved quickly to settle the case, which yet remains one of the

most notorious examples of the egregious mistakes and willful misconduct by police, prosecutors and judges that have sentenced men and women of all backgrounds to long terms in prison – and some to death row.

Thanks to technological advances in the use of DNA evidence and action taken by some state legislatures and some police and prosecutors, too, the list of the exonerated has grown significantly in the decade since the

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By Askia Muhammad

Dread the ‘Tea-Locks’ We all know that the “locks” are the tresses, the curls, or the ringlets of hair. We remember Goldilocks, the little blond girl who had the adventure in the forest with the Three Bears.

An earlock is a lock of hair worn in front of each ear by Hasidic Jewish males in accordance with the Biblical prohibition in the book of Leviticus against clipping the hair at the temples.

And then there are “dread-

locks.” Dreadlocks are a hairstyle worn especially among Rastafarians, in which the hair is worn in long, rope like locks. In some ways their dreadlocks are meant to be seen as fearsome, like the huge mane of a lion.

But I have seen even more dreadful locks on the heads of people all over this country.

Technically, their “locks” are not really hair, but I see from the hats they wear on their heads, tea bags – yes tea bags – dangling the way the Grand Ole Opry star Minnie Pearl wore store tags

from her hats. But these tea bags are not worn as a joke, but as a warning to identify the wearers as members of the Tea Party just as locks of hair are worn by various people.

What is “dreadful” about the “locks” and other paraphernalia worn by members of the Tea Party is that they symbolize a power held by an apparently leaderless “posse” of White Americans who are able to convince other White Americans to side with them, against their own political best interests.

The 60-member “Tea-Lock” (Tea Party) caucus has managed – through the fear of their wrath among other Republicans in Congress – to shut down the federal government. They nearly forced the United States for the first time to default on its debts.

And they forced the congressional leadership to convene that august body 43 times in a useless charade, voting to repeal the Affordable Care Act, which they nicknamed “Obamacare.”

Dread the “Tea-Locks.” Their 60-member caucus in the House

of Representatives represents about one seventh of the total House membership of 435. The House of Representatives is one of two Houses on Capitol Hill.

The other House – the Senate – is controlled by the Democrats.

The two houses of Congress comprise the legislative branch, one of three presumably equal branches of the government.

The executive branch – the presidency, the military and the federal agencies – are a second

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Prince and Warner Bros. Records have reached a landmark deal that could bring the, “Let’s Go Crazy,” singer to the District during a planned concert tour later this year. /Photo courtesy of allmusic.com

‘Purple Rain’ Album and Movie Turn 30

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By Stacy M. Brown WI Contributing Writer Like fine wine, pop superstar Prince gets better with time.

The singer has earned numerous Grammy and American Music Awards. He’s also won Oscar and Golden Globe statues and, seven years ago at the age of 48, Prince wowed Super Bowl fans with one of the greatest halftime performances ever.

Today, after striking a new deal with Warner Bros. Records, the 56-year-old musical genius sits poised and ready to celebrate the The Washington Informer

30th anniversary of one of the biggest and best selling albums in music history and the movie that accompanied it, “Purple Rain.”

“Everyone at Warner Bros.

Records is delighted to be working with Prince once again,” said Warner Bros. chairman and CEO Cameron Strang.

“He is one of the world’s biggest stars and a truly unique talent. We are also very excited about the release of new and remastered music from one of his greatest masterpieces,” said Strang, 48.

The 1984 smash hit, “Purple Rain,” sold more than 20 million copies worldwide and spent 24 consecutive weeks at No. 1 on the Billboard album chart.

The major motion picture of the same name, a semi-autobiography which starred Prince, Apollonia Kotero, Jerome Benton and Morris Day, grossed more than $80 million in the United States alone and Prince earned an Academy Award in the category of Best Original Score.

By the summer of 1984, Prince simultaneously held the top sell-

ing album, single, and film in America, marking the first time in history that a musician achieved that trifecta.

Two singles from the album, “Let’s Go Crazy,” and “When Doves Cry,” reached the top of the Billboard Hot 100 single’s chart while the title track, “Purple Rain,” peaked at No. 2.

Other singles, such as, “Take Me With U,” “I Would Die 4 U,” and “Baby I’m A Star,” also proved to be fan favorites and enjoyed significant airplay.

“This was one immaculately conceived masterpiece,” said David Cohen, a disc jockey who lives in Southeast. “Where are the lows? There are none. The album hits high note after high note and then to have such a great film to go along with it, just a stroke of genius,” said Cohen, 48.

Music industry executives said the new partnership with Warner Bros. returns ownership of Prince’s master recordings to the pop star, and the deal calls for the vault to be opened and a treasure trove of unreleased and never-before-heard songs will now surface.

The agreement also includes the release of a digitally remastered edition of the film, “Purple Rain,” and a new concert tour that a Warner Bros. spokesman said will likely include Prince’s first performance in the District since his 2004 “Musicology” tour.

“A brand new studio album is on the way and Warner Bros.

Records and [I] are quite pleased with the results of the negotiations and look forward to a fruitful working relationship,” Prince said.

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Prince rides off into the sunset during the movie, “Purple Rain.”

The superstar celebrates the 30th anniversary of the hit film and album this week. /Photo courtesy of Warner Bros. Records

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Prince acknowledged the crowd at the Super Bowl after a memorable halftime performance. /Photo courtesy of NBC PRINCE

continued from Page 28 Born Prince Rogers Nelson in Minneapolis, Minnesota, on June 7, 1958, the star’s father, the late John L. Nelson, named his son after a jazz band called the Prince Roger Trio, which Nelson performed in as a pianist.

Prince took the music industry by storm in 1978 when he released his first studio album, “For You,” which he followed in 1979 with the self-titled, “Prince.”

The albums, “Dirty Mind,” and “Controversy,” followed in 1980 and 1981 respectively, before Prince delivered his groundbreaking, “1999,” album in 1982.

Still, nothing prepared his fans for the success and fame that Prince would achieve with the 1984 release of the, “Purple Rain,” album and movie.

Set in Prince’s hometown of Minneapolis, Minnesota, “Purple Rain” features the singer as, “The

Kid,” a talented but troubled musician who uses his unconventional vocal styles to escape the reality of everyday life where his father physically abuses his mother and browbeats the star.

The film highlights a bustling Minneapolis club scene and features the popular, “First Avenue,” night spot where Prince, Morris Day, Jimmy Jam, Terry Lewis, Jellybean Johnson and other members of the pop group, “The Time,” got their start.

The motion picture also focuses on Prince’s relationship with his band, “The Revolution,” fronted by keyboardist Lisa Coleman and guitarist and singer Wendy Melvoin. Throughout the film, Coleman and Melvoin repeatedly argue with Prince about a song they’d written, one he refuses to perform.

As the film nears its end, Prince triumphantly performs the women’s song, “Purple Rain.”

“His vocal range is astounding

and his tone is malleable enough to mimic any gender and age. His influence is ubiquitous on the music that came after him,” said William E. Smith, the assistant professor of music technology at Bowie State University and an adjunct music instructor at Howard University who writes a music column at www.drwillsmithplaylist.blogspot.com.

“Prince is the link between the funk era of the 1970s and the mixture of electronica, rock, dance, and R&B of the 1980s and 1990s,” Smith said. “Underground artists like J-Davey pattern their style and sound [after] Prince’s approach and more popular stars like Lenny Kravitz mimic his rock guitar playing along with his cool demeanor and swagger.”WI

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Sightings of black luminaries from Sojourner Truth and Muhammad Ali to Paul Robeson and Jackie Wilson have been reported at various venues throughout the District.

But don’t be alarmed – they’re actually actors portraying these and other historical figures, past and present, as part of the Fifth Annual DC Black Theatre Festival – a 10-day event that kicked off on June 20 and runs through Sunday, June 29.

“It’s a great balance of seasoned actors, playwrights, poets and other professionals as well as those working hard to get their foot in the door,” said Roberta McLeod, director of the Armour J. Blackburn University Center at Howard University. “I’ve watched this festival grow over the past five years and continue to be amazed by the high level of talent including the diamonds in the rough who often don’t get the chance to perform on major stages,” said McLeod, 69.

Howard’s Ira Aldridge Theatre in Northwest serves as the site for several new plays, including “In the Cut: The Unfinished Life of Trayvon Martin,” “I Still Love H.E.R. (A Tribute to Hip-Hop),” “Laundry Room” and “Confessions of a Good Man.” Since its founding five years ago and under the leadership of executive director, Glenn Alan, the festival has added music, film, dance and storytelling events to its playbill, gaining national acclaim and this year expanding to 10 dif-

ferent theaters in and around the metropolitan area.

Last Friday’s opening play and gala, held at THEARC in Southeast, featured, “The Eve of Jackie,” starring Chester Gregory as singer Jackie Wilson. Gregory, who put together the framework of the play, along with friends Dawn Bless Mitchell and Crystal Lucas-Perry, has been traveling the country in the title role.

“It’s truly an honor to portray someone like Jackie Wilson but my goal has never been to imitate but rather to emulate him and celebrate his artistry,” Gregory said.

“These regional festivals are essential to actors like me because they help us to establish the foundation for a solid work ethic. I started in a 75-seat theater in Chicago. In August, I’ll be touring the country in “Sister Act, The Musical,” said the Indiana native.

One Southeast resident and retired educator said she’s pleased to see how the arts are taking off in the Anacostia area.

“Our youth need to know about blacks in the arts who made it possible for today’s entertainers like Lil Wayne, Nicki Minaj and Jay-Z to claim their place and achieve stardom,” said Jennifer Gibbs-Phillips, co-founder of the Washington Middle School for Girls, whose classes are held on the second floor of THEARC. “Watching Chester [Gregory] on stage took me back to the early 60s in my hometown of Jacksonville, Florida when we danced all night to the music of Jackie Wilson,” said Gibbs-Phillips, 67.

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THEATRE continued from Page 30 ya, a choreographer and storyteller, took to the stage on June 25 in “One Voice: Poetry in Motion,” a show blending hip-hop, music and poetry “grounded in the African aesthetic,” in one of the District’s newest performing arts venues, the Anacostia Arts Center in Southeast. She said the festival serves an essential role: exposing young people to potential careers in the arts.

“There are so many opportunities in the arts both onstage and backstage but many of our children are unaware of them,” Malaya said. “There’s more to black theater than those who achieved worldwide success like August Wilson and Tyler Perry. It’s the job of the elders to develop and expose children to festivals like this and introduce them to a whole new world.”

This year’s festival offers interactive workshops and celebrity appearances by entertainers that include Clifton Davis, T’Keyah Crystal Keymah, S. Epatha Merkerson and J.D. Lawrence. Poetry slams, nightly one-act play competitions and even performances showcasing deaf actors and dancers illustrate the diverse skills of performers all eager to tell their stories.

Alan said working with deaf performers gave him a new appreciation for the relevance of the arts in everyone’s lives.

“The festival has had the honor of collaborating with [several] artists to bring to our stages a series of unique productions that give our, until now, 100 percent hearing audiences, an inside look into deaf culture,” Alan said. “We’re seeking to bridge the gap between the deaf and hearing communities throughout the arts, featuring the work of [people like] Michelle A. Banks, Fred Beam, Nicole Morgan and C.J. Jones.”

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longtime patron of the arts said this year’s festival shows what can happen when leaders from the District work together for a common cause.

“To see how this festival has blossomed from very humble beginnings is amazing,” said Charles “Chuck” Hicks, director of the D.C. Black History Celebration.

“This year marks the 50th anniversary of the Freedom Rides and with the recent death of Ruby Dee and Maya Angelou, it’s crucial that we remember how leaders in the arts have often been some of the greatest advocates of the civil rights movement,” said Hicks, 69.

One Ward 7 retiree compared the festival to the National Black Theatre Festival, held biennially since 1969 in Winston-Salem, North Carolina.

“When you look at the variety of venues, the number of plays and the outstanding list of actors that make up this year’s festival, you can’t help but be impressed,” said Althea Flack, 63. “Black theater provides a different way for us to hear and to share our legacy. And the camaraderie of those who travel to North Carolina is now being reflected here in the District.”

Sixty-eight-year-old Niani Kilkenny referred to the energy that has been generated due to the festival as “electric and exciting.”

“I’ve been a fan of black theater dating back to the Negro Ensemble Company in New York City and later to the D.C. Black Repertory Theater Company,” said the Northwest resident. “Black theater is still essential for our people.

In my day theater and literature combined to give support to the civil rights movement. It may be a new day now but the legacy remains – it’s a continuum,” Kilkenny said.

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Vibrant paintings containing magenta, turquoise and violet, along with black and white sketches and photographs, brighten the Pepco Edison Place Art Gallery walls and picture window in Northwest thanks to District students who produced the original art for the High Tea Society-Girls Connected inaugural “Civili-Tea” Citywide Creative Expression contest.

Members of the nonprofit, Northeast-based High Tea Society-Girls Connected developed the contest and hosted a June 13 awards ceremony at Pepco headquarters on Ninth Street. The organization mentors low-income D.C. public school students by exposing them to cultural and educational enrichment activities. Students also learn appropriate social behavior through afternoon tea gatherings.

“D.C. public and charter school students entered the contest and produced art focusing on the theme, ‘civility,’” said Judge Mary Terrell, founder of High Tea Society-Girls Connected. “We especially wanted to provide an outlet for self-expression to any [District] children who have [experienced] trauma in their lives.”

Eliyah Lister, a seventh grader in Northwest’s Deal Middle School, expressed surprise at being the Overall Winner and placing first in the Grade 6 to 7 category, for her painting of Metro riders, “The Morning Commute.” It featured an individual offering a seat to a standing rider.

“Sometimes I’m on the Metro and I see people do the nicest things for others,” said Eliyah, 13.

“I wonder why people don’t do this all the time [in all situations].”

The Overall Winner’s art will be posted in the Metrorail station closest to her neighborhood, and on select Metro buses. “I think mine will be at the Tenleytown-American University station [on the Red Line],” Eliyah said, beaming with pride.

Some contestants didn’t know what “civility” meant, until submitting artwork. Illustrating “civility” proved challenging.

“I gave everyone in my art class the definition, and explained the contest rules and theme,” said Carmen Jenkins-Frazier, the art teacher at Truesdell Education Campus in

Tim Mahi Mamadou, 16, a student at Cardozo Education Campus, stands with his “Portrait and Study of the Self” during a reception for winners of the Civili-Tea Creative Expression Award. /Photo by Roy Lewis

Northwest. “I had them act out instances of civility. I asked them to hold their poses or ‘freeze’ in place to create a tableau, or ‘frozen’ picture. I photographed them so they could see what they had acted out.”

Mykia Dohawk, a sixth grader at Truesdell, won second place in the Grade 6 to 7 category with her photographs of girls enjoying each other’s company, entitled, “Civility: Respecting Those Who Are Different.” Kenya Byrd, a Truesdell eighth grade student, won third place in the Grade 8 to 10 category with her photographs entitled, “Act of Civility: Encouragement and Praise,” portraying girls giving each other encouraging hugs.

Tim Mahi Mamadou, an eighth grader at Cardozo Education Campus in Northwest, won first place in the Grade 8 to 10 category for his black and white self-portrait.

“I inspired myself [for this artwork],” said Tim, 16, who couldn’t stop smiling. “I liked how my Afro looked the day I painted the portrait.” On a card posted beneath his “Portrait and Study of the Self,” he wrote “To survive incivility, one must know [oneself], develop character, self-confidence, and the ability to look [oneself] in the face in order to press forward.”

The uncivil act of bullying inspired Daniela Hernandez’s painting, “Smile Girl.” She tied for third place in the Grade 5 category with David Anguilar, a fifth grader who attends Sitar Arts Center in Northwest. Initially at a loss for words, Daniela said, “I’m happy and excited that I won [an award].” On a

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by Kimberla Lawson Roby, c.2014, Grand Central Publishing $26.00 / $29.00 Canada 319 pages

By Terri Schlichenmeyer WI Contributing Writer Mom always liked you better.

Your siblings probably knew it. How could they not? You were her favorite who got the bigger dessert, more hugs, a lax curfew. Surely that proved it.

And surely, they thought the same thing because Moms really aren’t supposed to have favorites. And in the new book “The Prodigal Son” by Kimberla Lawson Roby, neither are Dads.

Matthew Black hated to admit it, but he missed his parents.

It had been a year since he’d cut ties with them. It had to happen: his father had stood by while his mother did something underhanded to Matt’s wife and baby son. Reverend Curtis and First Lady Charlotte Black never wanted Matt to marry Racquel; they’d made that clear, and their actions almost destroyed her.

Though it hurt him to the quick, Matt avoided his parents in order to protect his family, but then Racquel started acting weird.

She wanted nothing to do with her son or her husband, she started drinking, acting crazy, and she asked for a divorce.

Matt was baffled. He loved Racquel – until things got much, much worse…

Curtis Black hoped with all his heart that Matt would come back to the fold. He loved

TEA continued from Page 32 card describing her painting’s smiling girl image, Daniela wrote, “The civil right that I am illustrating is the right to be happy. I [created] ‘Smile Girl’ to help [bullied] students be happy and defeat bullies.”

Students competed for first, second and third place in Grades 8 to 10, Grades 6 to 7,

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ARIES The first day of the week is the best day of the week for you. Enthusiasm, spontaneity and adventure figure strongly. You have such a natural high. You’ll be forced to be stern with someone whose stubbornness is a roadblock to everyone else’s happiness. You have energy to spare, but unfortunately, a lot of it is consumed in family squabbles.

TAURUS You have an itch to buy something, but rushing out at the start of the week and plunking down cash on the first thing that catches your eye will lead to regret.

You’ve been here before. Try to take your time this week. Indulge in your social life – you have loyal friends and great chemistry with a certain flirtatious someone.

The best amusements in life are the simple ones. You’ll be racing to get things done before the weekend, but you’ll be as content as a sheep in a field of bright grass.

all his children deeply: Alicia, his oldest daughter. Matt, his strong son. Curtina, his baby girl.

And now there was Dillon, a long-lost, newly-embraced son that Curtis had denied so many years ago. Reverend Black felt blessed.

Dillon Whitfield was furious!

Here he was – the eldest son of the esteemed Reverend Curtis Black – and his own father ignored him! He never told Dillon about his return to the pulpit. He barely included Dillon in family events. Curtis could hardly even make time for his firstborn son and Dillon knew who was behind everything: that witch, Charlotte.

Dillon knew she hated him and he planned to ruin her. Nothing would give him more pleasure, but he wasn’t sure exactly how it would happen. His “fiancée” Melissa, the woman he’d used to scam his father, was pathetic. She was no help. He couldn’t do it on his own.

And then he met a wildcat named Racquel…

The way I see it, there are two parts to “The Prodigal Son.” The story itself is good enough. Author Kimberla Lawson Roby gives readers a standard amount of women’s-novel drama in a standard church setting; a couple of plotlines that go off yonder; things that will make you suck the enamel clean off your teeth; and your typical evil antagonists. We also get a cliffhanger, naturally.

What bothered me, though – and I know it irritates others, too – are the mistakes in this book. Missing punctuation and oddly worded sentences have nothing to do with the plot, that’s true, and some issues can be ignored – but not when they happen over and over again.

Though it can stand alone as a passable diversion, this book is part of a series and, if you’ve read the others, you’ll want “The Prodigal Son.” For most readers, though, I think you can do better.WI

Grade 5, and Grades 4 and under. First place winners in each category won $100, second place winners won $50, and third place winners won $25.

Art teachers in schools which submitted entries received $50 gift certificates from Pepco to purchase art supplies.

The “Civili-Tea” co-sponsors included Pepco, the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA),

and the D.C. Art and Humanities Collaborative. Contest judges included Emily Bray of The Phillips Collection, Joele Michaud of Arts Education D.C., Amy Moore of the Capitol Hill Arts Workshop, and Jane Wilson of The Kreeger Museum.WI “We hope to make this an annual event,” said Terrell.

GEMINI You’re going to learn a few more things about transformations. The radical change you experience will almost surely be intellectual and/or political, but it will alter everything. Change is affecting you in funny, unpredictable ways; but good friends and old standbys dominate. Nice that, while some things change, others stay the same. Soon you’ll be overwhelmed with new information.

CANCER Your reflexes couldn’t be faster, but you don’t necessarily want to jump the moment someone says jump. Take your time. Think things through before you say anything or even react. At a dinner gathering, tell the wildest stories you know and you’ll be the life of the party. If you feel like being a daredevil, be a daredevil.

Your heart is racing, and all eyes are on you, so wave to your audience.

LEO Your ability to turn a ho-hum outing into the most glorious event anyone’s ever been involved with is unrivaled. Your friends will be clutching their sides with laughter. If only you had the same effect on the people you work with. Finish whatever you’ve got to get done at work and then fly out of there. Don’t expect kudos. You won’t be rewarded for your efforts until the time is right. You will be booked solid with social activities. That’s great, because you love social activities, but take some time for yourself over the weekend. Mow the lawn. Make a pie. Sleep.

VIRGO Money issues are the most pressing things on your list at the start of the week. Your spirits are high and your friends are better than ever, but this financial stuff is a drag. Cash is just tight right now. Take your mind off such mundane matters by having a picnic in the forest, going for a bike ride or throwing a stargazing party on your roof. Your week will be all about fulfilling obligations, but over the weekend you get to do whatever you like. There are a lot of people who’d like to see you.

LIBRA A certain relationship occupies your time. It might be romantic, it might be work related. But it’s all consuming. How things turn out depends largely on you and the kind of energy you bring to the situation. Beauty and delicious food figure strongly, and a random experience with someone you barely know turns out to be the most fun you’ve had in ages. You have your fingers in a lot of pies and the future is bright.

SCORPIO If someone looks like they’re in the mood for a fight early in the week, walk the other way. You can work out your differences another day because things could easily get out of hand. Nip problems in the bud. Conflict is in the air, but if someone is impatient, go out of your way and let them cool down. You’re a Gandhi figure with lots of nonviolent solutions, but your concentration will switch to a contractual matter. The fine print needs your attention. Take a long drive somewhere. Crank up the radio.

SAGITTARIUS Who’s up for a game of dodgeball? That’s the question on your lips at the start of the week. No more of this Scrabble business. You want an outside game, something to get your blood jumping. You don’t have any time for games, with all the urgent yet mundane miscellaneous tasks on your plate. Your life is hardly boring – there are too many things going on to keep track of.

CAPRICORN Some distant worry occupies part of your brain, but it will soon dissolve.

Children and trees figure into your life and you’ll feel like a veritable symphony of cell phones are ringing. People love to talk at the end of the week for some reason – it must have something to do with the imminent weekend – but you won’t be much into extra chatter. You might even say to someone, ‘Get on with it.’ Try not to say it rudely. Be an angel to someone you love.

AQUARIUS You see a pattern in the wallpaper you’ve never seen before. Nothing changes about the outside world, but the shapes are ordered differently in your mind.

These discoveries you’re making are subtle; nevertheless, they persist. The findings you uncover have to do with your family. Plan a creative date. This week your social life will be a letdown, mostly because of bills, chores, health issues and high emotions. Everything will be OK soon though.

PISCES You appreciate the beauty of low-level clouds, but you don’t appreciate being within one. How are you supposed to see where you’re going? This happens now and again in your life, these moments of blind bewilderment. Light candles and make dinner, then read. Don’t commit to social activities. You may end up spending time around the house puttering, watching DVDs, doing whatever occurs to you. Your energy will unexpectedly soar. Find an outdoor concert to attend.

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Qualifications: Associate or bachelor’s degree; preferably in accounting; must have worked in the general accounting field for at least 2 years performing the above duties and responsibilities and knowledge of Microsoft Office tools and knowledge of Quick Books accounting software preferred.

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John Smith, of Cleveland, Ohio mops slabs of ribs with barbecue sauce during the 22nd annual Safeway National Capital Barbecue Battle in Northwest on Sunday, June 22. /Photo by Khalid Naji-Allah

Thousands turned out for the 22nd annual Safeway National Capital Barbecue Battle along Pennsylvania Avenue in Northwest on Sunday, June 22. Proceeds from the barbecue battle benefit nonprofits in the region. /Photo by Khalid Naji-Allah

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Redskins Vow to Keep Name Team Officials Will Appeal Trademark Ruling

By Stacy M. Brown WI Contributing Writer Before anyone thinks of creating, selling or distributing merchandise containing the Washington Redskins logo, team officials have issued a stern warning: Not so fast.

“We’ve seen this story before and just like the last time, [the latest] ruling will have no effect at all on the team’s ownership of and right to use the Redskins name and logo,” said Bob Raskopf, the trademark attorney for the football team.

The United States Patent and Trademark Office canceled the team’s trademark registration on June 18 because officials at the federal agency called the Redskins name disparaging to Native Americans.

The ruling comes after years of lobbying by some in the Native American community to force the team to change its name. Momentum picked up last year when President Barack Obama also questioned the logic of team owner Daniel Snyder’s desire to stick with the moniker that many deem to be offensive.

Last month, 50 Democratic U.S. senators signed a letter urging Snyder and the NFL to change course. After the senators delivered the letter, some in the Native American community

called for the name to be banned altogether, saying that it’s racist.

“Washington’s team owner Dan Snyder and NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell have claimed that using the ‘R-word’ epithet somehow honors native peoples, but it is quite the opposite,” said Ray Halbritter, the chief executive officer of the Oneida Indian Nation, a federally recognized tribe of Native Americans located in Green Bay, Wisconsin.

“The R-word is a dictionary defined racial slur,” said Halbritter, 62.

This month’s ruling doesn’t mean that the team cannot continue using the Redskins name, but Snyder could lose the ability to protect the financial interests connected to its use.

It also means that if anyone decides to print the name on apparel or other material, the team could face great difficulty in pursing legal action against those who use it without expressed permission.

However, like the old but popular dentists commercials, four out of five Redskins fans agreed with the team.

“You can’t be serious,” said Phillip Hamilton, a longtime fan who lives in Capitol Heights, Maryland. “We are the Redskins and there’s nothing offensive about that,” said Hamilton, 47.

Another longtime fan, Keisha

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Moore, said she’ll continue to fly the Redskins flag outside of her Northeast home and will paint her face in team colors when she attends games at FedEx Field in Landover, Maryland, this season.

“People do things for attention,” said Moore, 31. “No disrespect to the Native Americans, but I haven’t heard one reason, one explanation, as to how or why this is an issue. It’s not racist.”

Two other fans echoed Hamilton and Moore’s comments, but Jonathan Hightower, a self-proclaimed Baltimore Colts fan who lives in Oxon Hill, Maryland, said the team should change its name.

“I don’t like the Redskins, let me be clear. My heart broke after the Colts left Baltimore and I’m not much into the Ravens and I don’t watch the Redskins, but if Native Americans are saying the name is offensive, then it should be changed,” said Hightower, 62.

Team officials carefully noted the dissenting board member who questioned the evidence – or lack thereof – presented by those who petitioned for a change.

“It is astounding that the petitioners did not submit any evidence regarding the Native American population during

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TRADEMARK continued from Page 37 the relevant time frame, nor did they introduce any evidence or argument as to what comprises a substantial composite of that population thereby leaving it to the majority to make the petitioners case have some semblance of meaning,” U.S. Patent and Trademark Office Board Member Marc Bergsman said in his dissenting opinion.

More than 20 years ago, the trademark office issued a similar ruling but later reversed it.

“We are confident that we will prevail once again and that the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board’s divided ruling will be overturned on appeal,” Raskopf said. “This case is no different than an earlier case, where the board cancelled the Redskins’ trademark registrations, and where a federal district court disagreed and reversed the board.”

With an appeal in process, the team will continue to own and be able to protect its trademark, Redskins officials said.

Raskopf said it should be noted that the previous district court’s ruling made it clear that

there’s insufficient evidence to conclude that during the relevant time periods the trademark at issue disparaged Native Americans.

He said the court concluded that the board’s findings weren’t supported by evidence, logically flawed, and failed to apply the correct legal standard to its own findings of fact.

“Those aren’t my words. That was the court’s conclusion,” he said. “We are confident that when a district court reviews [this] split decision, it will reach a similar conclusion.” WI

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RELIGION

Making it Against All Odds

Sometimes the problems of life or let’s call them hits, just keep coming; this column reminds us how to make it against all odds!

We are living in very challenging times today. Pressured in the workplace, stressed out at home, people are trying to make sense of their lives.

2 Corinthians 4:13-18 promises, “Though outwardly we are wasting away, yet inwardly we are being renewed day by day; for our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us eternal glory that far outweighs them all.

So we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but what is unseen. For what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal.” When we release our struggle to a Higher Power, we not only survive, we plant roots that will keep us strong forever.

While there’s tension on one hand there’s introspection and exploration on the other. How do you keep on going when life knocks you down? It’s one thing to be positive when things are going well. But it is something altogether different when you’re blindsided, when the following happens: When someone you love is taken away either by death or some other reason; When a debilitating illness strikes you or a family member; and all you can do is depend on God. When your “lifetime” job is suddenly downsized, and after 15 or 20 years of quality service you receive a pink slip; you feel devastated.

When you go through the

emotional torment of a divorce and especially when children are involved.

When grown children refuse to grow up, and they continue to depend on you for shelter, for food, clothing, and they even need money from you for their personal needs.

When your teenagers decide they are adults, and they no longer listen to what you have to say, but they live under your roof.

When the doctor gives you a diagnosis that sounds like the end of life as you know it; you are shattered.

Sharon Lechter wrote a new book entitled, “Think and Grow Rich for Women,” but this prayer she included in her chapter on “Faith” will work for anyone – men, women or children.

It reads: “As I begin this journey, I know I will feel excitement and energy as well as fear and frustration. I trust that your Divine love is encouraging and forgiving. I believe that true success starts with a richness of spirit.

Please enter my heart and help my faith to grow stronger every day. When it is as small as a mustard seed, show me how this tiny treasure can create a forest.

When my faith is as huge as a mighty oak tree, help me have the humility to see every small, helpless creature in its shadow and offer nourishment, shelter, and shade. Growing successful is my earthly goal, but growing in faith will remain my spiritual mission.”

One of my lowest points took place a couple of years ago; I was sick with diabetes, weak;

with Lyndia Grant work wasn’t steady and I couldn’t make ends meet; I had to use a food stamp card for six months, a first for me at age 60; I got help from my sons regularly however, food stamps had always been considered an embarrassment in my family!

During my tough times, I kept my faith strong, and read my Bible daily, woke up early each day and prayed and meditated, picturing my life as a working woman again and in good health.

I turned my television off, and instead listened to Les Brown, Zig Ziglar, Wayne Dyer, Joyce Meyer, Bishop T.D. Jakes, and Louise Hay. I had to strengthen myself from within. It worked, I’m no longer a diabetic; and my finances have greatly improved.

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AFRICAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL

Pilgrim Baptist Church

Historic St. Mary’s Episcopal Church

Pilgrim Baptist Church

The Reverend Lyndon Shakespeare Interim Priest

Rev. Louis B. Jones II Pastor

Foggy Bottom • Founded in 1867 728 23rd Street, NW • Washington, DC 20037 Church office: 202-333-3985 • Fax : 202-338-4958 Worship Services Sundays: 10 a.m. Holy Eucharist with Music and Hymns Wednesdays: 12:10 p.m. - Holy Eucharist www.stmarysfoggybottom.org Email: stmarysoffice@stmarysfoggybottom.org

Schedule of Services: Sunday School – 9:30 AM Sunday Morning Worship Service – 11:00 AM Communion Service – First Sunday Prayer Service/Bible Study – Tuesday, 6:30 PM www.blessedwordoflifechurch.org e-mail: church@blessedwordoflifechurch.org

Worship Sundays @ 7:30 & 11:00 A.M. 5th Sundays @ 9:30 A.M. 3rd Sundays: Baptism & Holy Communion Prayer & Praise: Wednesdays @ Noon & 6:30 P.M.

Schedule of Service Sunday Service: 8:30 AM & 11:00 AM Bible Study: Wednesday 7:30 PM Communion Service: First Sunday www.livingwatersmd.org

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Covenant Baptist United Church of Christ Drs. Dennis W. and Christine Y. Wiley, Pastors 3845 South Capitol Street Washington, DC 20032 (202) 562-5576 (Office) (202) 562-4219 (Fax) SERVICES AND TIMES: SUNDAYS: 10:00 am AM Worship Services BIBLE STUDY: Wonderful Wednesdays in Worship and the Word Bible Study Wednesdays 12:00 Noon; 6:30 PM (dinner @ 5:30 PM) SUNDAY SCHOOL: 9:00 AM – Hour of Power “An inclusive ministry where all are welcomed and affirmed.” www.covenantbaptistdc.org

Twelfth Street Christian Church

Campbell AME Church Reverend Daryl K. Kearney, Pastor

(Disciples of Christ) 1812 12th Street, NW Washington, DC 20009 Phone: 202-265-4494 Fax: 202 265 4340

2562 MLK Jr. Ave., S E Washington, DC 20020 Adm. Office 202-678-2263 Email:Campbell@mycame.org Sunday Worship Service 10: am Sunday Church School 8: 45 am Bible Study Wednesday 12:00 Noon Wednesday 7:00 pm Thursday 7: pm “Reaching Up To Reach Out”

5757 Temple Hill Road, Temple Hills, MD 20748 Office 301-899-8885 – fax 301-899-2555 Sunday Early Morning Worship - 7:45 a.m.

Church School - 9:30 a.m.

Sunday Morning Worship – 10:45 a.m.

Tuesday – Thursday - Kingdom Building Bible Institute – 7:30 p.m.

Wednesday – Prayer/Praise/Bible Study – 7:30 p.m.

Baptism & Communion Service- 4th Sunday – 10:30am Radio Broadcast WYCB -1340 AM-Sunday -6:00pm T.V. Broadcast - Channel 190 – Sunday -4:00pm/Tuesday 7:00am

“We are one in the Spirit” www.ssbc5757.org e-mail: ssbc5757@verizon.net

2498 Alabama Ave., SE • Washington D.C. 20020 Office: (202) 889-7296 Fax: (202) 889-2198 • www.acamec.org 2008: The Year of New Beginnings “Expect the Extraordinary”

Sunday Morning Worship 11:00am Holy Communion – 1st Sunday Sunday School-9:45am Men’s Monday Bible Study – 7:00pm Wednesday Night Bible Study – 7:00pm Women’s Ministry Bible Study 3rd Friday -7:00pm Computer Classes- Announced Family and Marital Counseling by appointment E-mail: Crusadersbaptistchurch@verizon.net www.CrusadersBaptistChurch.org

“The Amazing, Awesome, Audacious Allen Chapel A.M.E. Church”

“God is Love”

Rev. Cheryl J. Sanders, Th.D. Senior Pastor 1204 Third Street, NW Washington, DC 20001 202.347.5889 office 202.638.1803 fax Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.

Sunday Worship: 11:00 a.m.

Prayer Meeting and Bible Study: Wed. 7:30 p.m.

“Ambassadors for Christ to the Nation’s Capital” www.thirdstreet.org

Reverend Dr. Calvin L. Matthews • Senior Pastor 1200 Isle of Patmos Plaza, Northeast Washington, DC 20018 Office: (202) 529-6767 Fax: (202) 526-1661

Rev. Dr. Alton W. Jordan, Pastor 800 I Street, NE Washington, DC 20002 202-548-0707 Fax No. 202-548-0703

Sunday Worship Services: 8:00a.m. and 11:00a.m.

Sunday Church School - 9:15a.m. & Sunday Adult Forum Bible Study - 10:30a.m.

2nd & 4th Monday Women’s Bible Study - 6:30p.m.

Tuesday Jr./Sr. Bible Study - 10:00a.m.

Tuesday Topical Bible Study - 6:30p.m.

Tuesday New Beginnings Bible Study - 6:30p.m.

Wednesday Pastoral Bible Study - 6:30p.m.

Wednesday Children’s Bible Study - 6:30p.m.

Thursday Men’s Bible Study - 6:30p.m.

Friday before 1st Sunday Praise & Worship Service - 6:30p.m.

Saturday Adult Bible Study - 10:00a.m.

Third Street Church of God

Isle of Patmos Baptist Church

Sunday Worship Services: 7:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.

Holy Communion: 2nd Sunday at 7:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.

Sunday Church School: 9:20 a.m.

Seniors Bible Study: Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m.

Noon Day Prayer Service: Tuesdays at Noon Bible Study: Tuesdays at 7 p.m.

Motto: “A Ministry of Reconciliation Where Everybody is Somebody!”

Website: http://isleofpatmosbc.org Church Email: ipbcsecretary@verizon.net

Greater Mt. Calvary Holy Church Bishop Alfred A. Owens, Jr.; Senior Bishop & Evangelist Susie C. Owens – Co-Pastor 610 Rhode Island Avenue, NE Washington, DC 20002 (202) 529-4547 office • (202) 529-4495 fax Sunday Worship Service: 8 AM and 10:45 AM Sunday Youth Worship Services: 1st & 4th 10:45 AM; 804 R.I. Ave., NE 5th 8 AM & 10:45 AM; Main Church Prayer Services Tuesday – Noon, Wednesday 6 AM & 6:30 PM Calvary Bible Institute: Year-Round Contact Church Communion Every 3rd Sunday The Church in The Hood that will do you Good! www.gmchc.org emailus@gmchc.org

ST Marks Baptist Come Worship with us...

St. Mark's Baptist Church 624 Underwood Street, NW Washington, dc 20011 Dr. Raymond T. Matthews, Pastor and First Lady Marcia Matthews Sunday School 9:am Worship Service 10:am Wed. Noon Day prayer service Thur. Prayer service 6:45 pm Thur. Bible Study 7:15 pm

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Mount Carmel Baptist Church

52 Years of Expert Engraving Services

Joseph N. Evans, Ph.D Senior Pastor 901 Third Street N.W. Washington, DC. 20001 Phone (202) 842-3411 Fax (202) 682-9423

Rev. John W. Davis, Pastor 5101 14th Street, N.W. Washington, DC 20011 202-726-2220/ 202-726-9089

TV Ministry –Channel 6 Wednesday 10:00pm gsccm.administration@verizon.net

Lanier C. Twyman, Sr. Bishop

Rev. Dr. Michael E. Bell, Sr., • Pastor

Crusader Baptist Church

Service and Times Sunday Worship Service 11:00 a.m.

Communion every Sunday 11:00 a.m.

Sunday School 10:00 a.m.

Bible Study Tuesday 12Noon Pastor’s Bible Study Tuesday 6:30 p.m.

Motto; “Discover Something Wonderful.”

Website: 12thscc.org Email: Twelfthstcc@aol.com

Mt. Zion Baptist Church

Holy Communion 4th Sunday 10:00am Prayer and Bible Study Wednesday 7;00pm

St. Stephen Baptist Church

Allen Chapel A.M.E. Church

Reverend Dr. Paul H. Saddler Senior Pastor

Mailing Address Campbell AME Church 2502 Stanton Road SE Washington, DC 20020

Sunday Worship Service 8:00am and 11:00am Sunday School 9:15am

4915 Wheeler Road Oxon Hill, MD 20745 301-894-6464

Blessed Word of Life Church

4001 14th Street, NW Washington, DC 20011 (202) 265-6147 Office 1-800 576-1047 Voicemail/Fax

Rev. Paul Carrette Senior Pastor Harold Andrew, Assistant Pastor

700 I Street, N.E. Washington, D.C. 20002 (202) 547-8849

All are welcome to St. Mary’s to Learn, Worship, and Grow.

Dr. Dekontee L. & Dr. Ayele A. Johnson Pastors

Church of Living Waters

Sunday Church School : 9: 30am Sunday Morning Worship: 10: 45am Bible Study Tuesday: 6: 00pm Prayer Service Tuesday: 7:00pm Holy Communion: 3rd Sunday 10: 45am themcbc.org

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All Nations Baptist Church Rev. Dr. James Coleman Pastor 2001 North Capitol St, N.E. • Washington, DC 20002 Phone (202) 832-9591

Website: www.allnationsbaptistchurch.com All Nations Baptist Church – A Church of Standards

“Where Jesus is the King”

Israel Baptist Church

4850 Blagdon Ave, NW • Washington D.C 20011 Phone (202) 722-4940 • Fax (202) 291-3773

1251 Saratoga Ave., NE Washington, DC 20018 (202) 269-0288

Rev. Aubrey C. Lewis Pastor 1415 Gallatin Street, NW Washington, DC 20011-3851 P: (202) 726-5940 Sunday Worship: 11:00 a.m.

Sunday School: 9:15 a.m.

Holy Communion: 11:00 a.m., 3rd Sun. Bible Study: Monday - 7:00 p.m.

Prayer Meeting: Thursday - 7:00 p.m.

2324 Ontario Road, NW Washington, DC 20009 (202) 232-1730 Sunday School – 9:30 am Sunday Worship Service – 11:00 am Baptismal Service – 1st Sunday – 9:30 am Holy Communion – 1st Sunday – 11:00 am Prayer Meeting & Bible Study – Wednesday -7:30 pm

Rev. Dr. Morris L Shearin, Sr. Pastor

St. Luke Baptist Church

Rev. Daryl F. Bell Pastor

Sunday Church School – 9:30 AM Sunday Worship Service – 11:00 AM Holy Communion – 1st Sunday at 11:00 AM Prayer – Wednesdays, 6:00 PM Bible Study – Wednesdays, 7:00 PM Christian Education School of Biblical Knowledge Saturdays, 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM, Call for Registration

Rev. Keith W. Byrd, Sr. Pastor

Sunday Worship Service 10:15AM- Praise and Worship Services Sunday School 9:00am Monday: Noon Bible School Wednesday: Noon & 7PM: Pastor’s Bible Study Ordinance of Baptism 2nd Holy Communion 4th Sunday Mission Zion Baptist Church Shall; Enlist Sinners, Educate Students, Empower the Suffering, Encourage the Saints, and Exalt Our Savior. (Acts 2:41-47) www.zionbaptistchurchdc.org

King Emmanuel Baptist Church

Sunday Worship Service: 10:00 A.M. Sunday School: 8:30 A.M. Holy Communion1st Sunday: 10:00 A.M. Prayer Service: Wednesday at 6:30 P.M. Bible Study: Wednesday at 7:00 P.M.

Mount Moriah Baptist Church Dr. Lucius M. Dalton, Senior Pastor 1636 East Capitol Street, NE Washington, DC 20003 Telephone: 202-544-5588 Fax: 202-544-2964 Sunday Worship Services: 7:45 am and 10:45 am Holy Communion: 1st Sundays at 7:45 am and 10:45 am Sunday School: 9:30 am Prayer & Praise Service: Tuesdays at 12 noon and 6:30 pm Bible Study: Tuesdays at 1 pm and 7 pm Youth Bible Study: Fridays at 7 pm

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Rehoboth Baptist Church

St. Matthews Baptist Church Rev. Dr. Maxwell M. Washington Pastor Worshiping Location Knights of Columbus - 1633 Tucker Road Fort Washington, MD 20744 (240) 838-7074 Order of Services Sunday Worship Services: 10:00 am Sunday School: 9:00 am Holy Communion 3rd Sunday Morning Prayer / Bible Study: 6:15 pm - 7:20 pm (Tuesday)

Salem Baptist Church

Emmanuel Baptist Church

Florida Avenue Baptist Church

Rev. Dr. Clinton W. Austin Pastor 2409 Ainger Pl.,SE – WDC 20020 (202) 678-0884 – Office (202) 678-0885 – Fax “Come Grow With Us and Establish a Blessed Family” Sunday Worship 7:30am & 10:45am Baptism/Holy Communion 3rd Sunday Family Bible Study Tuesdays – 6:30pm Prayer Service Tuesdays – 8:00pm www.emmanuelbaptistchurchdc.org

Holy Trinity United Baptist Church

Dr. Earl D. Trent Senior Pastor

Rev. Dr. George C. Gilbert SR. Pastor

623 Florida Ave.. NW • WDC. 20001 Church (202) 667-3409 • Study (202) 265-0836 Home Study (301) 464-8211 • Fax (202) 483-4009

4504 Gault Place, N.E. Washington, D.C 20019 202-397-7775 – 7184

Sunday Worship Services: 10:00 a.m.

Sunday Church School: 8:45 – 9:45 a.m.

Holy Communion: Every First Sunday Intercessory Prayer: Monday – 7:00-8:00 p.m.

Pastor’s Bible Study: Wednesday –7:45 p.m.

Midweek Prayer: Wednesday – 7:00 p.m.

Noonday Prayer Every Thursday

9:30AM. Sunday Church School 11:00 Am. Sunday Worship Service The Lord’s Supper 1st Sunday Wednesday 7:00pm Prayer & Praise Services 7:30pm. Bible Study Saturday before 4th Sunday Men, Women, Youth Discipleship Ministries 10:30am A Christ Centered Church htubc@comcast.net

Matthews Memorial Baptist Church

Sermon On The Mount Temple Of Joy Apostolic Faith

Christ Embassy DC

5606 Marlboro Pike District Heights, MD 20747 301-735-6005

Dr. C. Matthew Hudson, Jr, Pastor

6839 Eastern Avenue, R1 Takoma Park, MD 20912 (202) 556-7065

Elder Herman L. Simms, Pastor

2616 MLK Ave., SE • Washington, DC 20020 Office 202-889-3709 • Fax 202-678-3304

Kelechi Ajieren Coordinator

Early Worship Service 7:30a.m Worship Service 10:45a.m.

New Members Class 9:30a.m.

Holy Communion : 1st Sunday -10:45a.m Church School 9:30a.m.

Prayer, Praise and Bible Study: Wednesday 7p.m Bible Study : Saturday: 11a.m.

Baptism: 4th Sunday – 10:45a.m “Empowered to love and Challenged to Lead a Multitude of Souls to Christ”

Sunday Worship Service 10:00 A.M.

Sunday Apostolic Worship Services 11:00 A.M and 5:00 P.M Communion and Feet Wash 4th Sunday at 5:00 P.M Prayer/Seeking Wednesday at 8:00 P.M. Apostolic in Doctrine, Pentecostal in Experience, Holiness in Living, Uncompromised and Unchanged.

The Apostolic Faith is still alive –Acts 2:42

New Commandment Baptist Church

Peace Baptist Church

Rev. Stephen E. Tucker Senior Pastor

Rev. Dr. Michael T. Bell 712 18th Street, NE Washington, DC 20002 Phone 202-399-3450/ Fax 202-398-8836

13701 Old Jericho Park Road Bowie, MD. 20720 (301) 262-0560

Sunday Morning Worship Service 7:15 am & 10:50 am Sunday School 9:30am Sunday Morning Worship Service 10:50am Wednesday Prayer & Testimonies Service 7:30pm Wednesday School of the Bible 8:00pm Wednesday - Midweek Prayer Service 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Services: Sunday Worship 11 AM Sunday School 10 AM Wednesday Mid-Week Worship, Prayer & Bible Study - Wed. 7 PM “A Church Where Love Is Essential and Praise is Intentional”

“The Loving Church of the living lord “ Email Address pbcexec@verizon.net

Shiloh Baptist Church

First Rising Mt. Zion Baptist Church

1864-2014

Rev. Alonzo Hart Pastor

Rev. Dr. Wallace Charles Smith Pastor

Rev. Reginald M. Green, Sr., Interim Pastor

621 Alabama Avenue, S.E. • Washington, D.C. 20032 P: (202) 561-1111 F: (202) 561-1112

917 N St. NW • Washington, DC 20001 (202) 232-4294

9th & P Street, N.W. • W. D.C. 20001 (202) 232-4200

602 N Street NW • Washington, D.C. 20001 Office:(202) 289-4480 Fax: (202) 289-4595

The Church Where GOD Is Working....

And We Are Working With GOD

Sunrise Prayer Services - Sunday 7:00 a.m.

Sunday Morning Prayer Service: 8:00 a.m.

Sunday Church School: 9:15 a.m.

Sunday Morning Worship: 10:40 a.m.

Third Sunday Baptismal & Holy Communion:10:30 a.m.

Tuesday Church At Study Prayer & Praise: 6:30 p.m.

Morning Worship: 8:00 a.m Church School : 9:30 a.m.

Morning Worship: 10:55 a.m.

Bible Study, Thursday: 6:30 p.m.

Prayer Meeting,Thursday : 7:30 p.m.

150 Years of Service

Theme: “The Kingdom Focused Church” Matthew 6:33 and Mathew 28:18-20, KJV

Sunday Service: 10 am Sunday School for all ages: 8:30 am 1st Sunday Baptism: 10: am 2nd Sunday Holy Communion: 10 am Tuesday: Bible Study: 6:30 pm Prayer Meeting: 7:45 pm

Email: stmatthewsbaptist@msn.com Website: www.stmatthewsbaptist.org

Motto: : “Where God is First and Where Friendly People Worship”

Sunday Worship Services: 7:45am & 11:00am Sunday school For All Ages 9:30am Prayer Services Wednesday 11:30am & 6:45pm Bible Institute Wednesday at Noon & 7:45pm “Changing Lives On Purpose “ Email: Froffice@firstrising.org Website: www.firstrising.org

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Pennsylvania Ave. Baptist Church Rev. Dr. Kendrick E. Curry Pastor 3000 Pennsylvania Ave.. S.E Washington, DC 20020 202 581-1500 Sunday Church School: 9:30 A.M. Sunday Worship Service: 11:00 A.M. Monday Adult Bible Study: 7:00 P.M. Wednesday Youth & Adult Activities: 6:30 P.M. Prayer Service Bible Study

Mt. Horeb Baptist Church Rev. Dr. H. B. Sampson, III Pastor 2914 Bladensburg Road, NE Wash., DC 20018 Office: (202) 529-3180 Fax: (202) 529-7738 Order of Services Worship Service: 7:30 a.m.

Sunday School: 9:00 a.m.

Worship Service: 10:30 a.m.

Holy Communion: 4th Sunday 7:30 a.m. & 10:30a.m.

Prayer Services: Tuesday 7:30 p.m.

Wednesday 12 Noon Email:mthoreb@mthoreb.org Website:www.mthoreb.org For further information, please contact me at (202) 529-3180.

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LEGAL NOTICES SUPERIOR COURT OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PROBATE DIVISION 2014 NRT 15 Ethel P. Jones Name of Deceased Settlor

LEGAL NOTICES

LEGAL NOTICES

SUPERIOR COURT OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA Probate Division Washington, D.C. 20001-2131

SUPERIOR COURT OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA Probate Division Washington, D.C. 20001-2131

Administration No. 2014 ADM 518

Administration No. 2014 ADM 551

Karen Glass Shah aka Karen Leigh Glass Shah aka Karen Leigh Glass Decedent

Thomas Charles DeRocco Decedent

NOTICE OF EXISTENCE OF REVOCABLE TRUST Ethel P. Jones (Name of deceased Settlor) whose address was 3302 20th Street, NE, Washington, DC 20018 created a revocable trust on July 24, 2006, which remained in existence on the date of her death on July 4, 2013, and Leona Veronica Johnson, whose address is 6500 Eastern Avenue, NE, Washington, DC 20012 is the currently acting trustee, hereinafter the Trustee.

Communications to the Trust should be mailed or directed to Leona Veronica Johnson at 6500 Eastern Avenue, NE, Washington, DC 20012.

The Trust is subject to claims of the deceased settlor’s creditors, costs of administration of the settlor’s estate, the expenses of the deceased settlor’s funeral and disposal of remains, and statutory allowances to a surviving spouse and children to the extent the deceased settlor’s residuary probate estate is inadequate to satisfy those claims, costs, expenses, and allowances.

Claims of the deceased settlor’s creditors are barred as against the Trustee and the trust property unless presented to the Trustee at the address provided herein on or before December 5, 2014 (6 months after the date of the first publication of this notice.) An action to contest the validity of this trust must be commenced by the earliest of (1) July 4, 2014 (One year from date of death of deceased settler) (2) December 5, 2014, 6 months from the date of first publication of this notice) or (3) Ninety days after the Trustee sends the person a copy of the trust instrument and a notice informing the person of the trust’s existence, of the Trustee’s name and address, and of the time allowed for commencing a proceeding.

The Trustee may proceed to distribute the trust property in accordance with the terms of the turst before the expiration of the time within which an action must be commenced unless the Trustee knows of a pending judicial proceeding contesting the validity of the trust or the Trustee has received notice from a potential contestant who thereafter commences a judicial proceeding within sixty days after notification.

This Notice must be mailed postmarked with 15 days of its first publication to each heir and qualified beneficiary of the trust and any other person who would be an interested person within the meaning of D.C. Code 20-101 (d).

Date of First Publication: June 5, 2014

NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT, NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Vineet Kalucha, whose address is 4345 Hawthorne Street, NW, Washington, DC 20016, was appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Karen Glass Shah aka Karen Leigh Glass Shah aka Karen Leigh Glass, who died on April 24, 2014 with a Will, and will serve without Court supervision. All unknown heirs and heirs whose whereabouts are unknown shall enter their appearance in this proceeding. Objections to such appointment (or to the probate of decedent’s Will) shall be filed with the Register of Wills, D.C., 515 5th Street, N.W., Building A, Third Floor Washington, D.C. 20001, on or before December 5, 2014.

Claims against the decedent shall be presented to the undersigned with a copy to the Register of Wills or filed with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned, on or before December 5, 2014, or be forever barred. Persons believed to be heirs or legatees of the decedent who do not receive a copy of this notice by mail within 25 days of its first publication shall so inform the Register of Wills, including name, address and relationship.

Date of first publication: June 5, 2014 Vineet Kalucha Personal Representative

Leona Veronica Johnson Signature of Trustee

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SUPERIOR COURT OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA Probate Division Washington, D.C. 20001-2131 Administration No. 2014 ADM 586 Thomas J. Boyd aka Thomas James Boyd Decedent Johnny M. Howard, HOUSTON & HOWARD 1001 Connecticut Ave., NW, Suite 402 Washington, DC 20036 Attorney NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT, NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Gwendolyn Boyd Ellis, whose address is 1599 Rogers Avenue, SW, Atlanta, GA 30310, was appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Thomas J. Boyd aka Thomas James Boyd, who died on May 15, 2014 with a Will, and will serve without Court supervision.

All unknown heirs and heirs whose whereabouts are unknown shall enter their appearance in this proceeding.

Objections to such appointment (or to the probate of decedent’s Will) shall be filed with the Register of Wills, D.C., 515 5th Street, N.W., Building A, Third Floor Washington, D.C. 20001, on or before December 26, 2014. Claims against the decedent shall be presented to the undersigned with a copy to the Register of Wills or filed with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned, on or before December 26, 2014, or be forever barred. Persons believed to be heirs or legatees of the decedent who do not receive a copy of this notice by mail within 25 days of its first publication shall so inform the Register of Wills, including name, address and relationship.

Date of first publication: June 26, 2014 Gwendolyn Boyd Ellis

SUPERIOR COURT OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA Probate Division Washington, D.C. 20001-2131 Administration No. 2014 ADM 589

NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT, NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Donald M. Malloy, whose address is 12518 Monterey Circle, Fort Washington, MD 20744, was appointed Personal Representative of the estate of D.R. Malloy aka Delores Mallory aka Delores R. Malloy, who died on May 30, 2014 with a Will, and will serve without Court supervision. All unknown heirs and heirs whose whereabouts are unknown shall enter their appearance in this proceeding. Objections to such appointment (or to the probate of decedent’s Will) shall be filed with the Register of Wills, D.C., 515 5th Street, N.W., Building A, Third Floor Washington, D.C. 20001, on or before December 26, 2014. Claims against the decedent shall be presented to the undersigned with a copy to the Register of Wills or filed with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned, on or before December 26, 2014, or be forever barred. Persons believed to be heirs or legatees of the decedent who do not receive a copy of this notice by mail within 25 days of its first publication shall so inform the Register of Wills, including name, address and relationship.

Date of first publication: June 26, 2014 Donald M. Malloy Personal Representative

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NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT, NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Emily S. DeRocco, whose address is 708 A Steet, SE, Washington, DC 20003, was appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Thomas Charles DeRocco, who died on March 13, 2014 without a Will, and will serve without Court supervision. All unknown heirs and heirs whose whereabouts are unknown shall enter their appearance in this proceeding.

Objections to such appointment shall be filed with the Register of Wills, D.C., 515 5th Street, N.W., Building A, Third Floor Washington, D.C. 20001, on or before December 12, 20014.

Claims against the decedent shall be presented to the undersigned with a copy to the Register of Wills or filed with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned, on or before December 12, 2014, or be forever barred. Persons believed to be heirs or legatees of the decedent who do not receive a copy of this notice by mail within 25 days of its first publication shall so inform the Register of Wills, including name, address and relationship.

Date of first publication: June 12, 2014 Emily S. DeRocco Personal Representative TRUE TEST COPY Anne Meister Register of Wills Washington Informer

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CURRY continued from Page 26 their impending release, Klansmen abducted the three and murdered them. Their bodies were discovered seven weeks later 15 feet below an earthen dam.

While looking for the three civil rights workers in rivers and swamps, other Black bodies were discovered.

One was Herbert Oarsby, a 14-yearold boy who was wearing a Congress of Racial Equality (CORE) T-shirt. The bodies of Henry Hezekiah Dee and Eddie Moore, who had been expelled from Alcorn A&M College for civil rights activities, were also discovered. The remains of five more Black men were found, but never identified.

It wasn’t until 1970 that anyone was imprisoned for the slayings of Chaney, Schwerner and Goodman, with six years being the longest time served.

In 1964, only 6.7 percent of

MALVEAUX continued from Page 26 want to be. These are folks who apparently refuse to read the data about the search for work.

What does economic recovery look like? It looks like vibrancy. It looks like people joyfully working.

It looks like people who spend, if not freely, certainly less cautiously. They don’t have to run an algorithm in their brain before they decide that their child can have an ice cream cone. It means being able to put a few pennies aside for college possibilities. It means having a moment to exhale.

For all the talk of Wall Street exuberance and economic recovery, there are millions who are still waiting to exhale. While we mostly focus on the officially un-

JACKSON continued from Page 26 the courage to criticize the brother in the White House. Obama’s policies have had a devastating impact on Black colleges.

Last month, I wrote a column titled, “Why Black Men Need More White Women.” I pointed out that two conservative White women were supporting policies more beneficial to African Americans than the nation’s first Black president.

Now you have two Koch entities trying to correct a different policy from the same Black president that is destroying the Black community.

In October of 2011, Obama’s Department of Education quietly and without public notice changed the underwriting standards for the very popular PLUS loan. The changes created more stringent requirements on a parent’s ability to secure a loan for

Blacks were registered to vote, the lowest in the nation. Today, more than a third of Mississippi’s voters are Black and the state has the largest number of Black elected officials in the nation.

But that progress came with a price, with people losing their jobs –and even their lives – simply because they wanted to exercise their constitutional right to vote. The casualties extended beyond the three civil rights workers.

Attorneys volunteered from the NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund, the Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law, the National Lawyers Guild and the ACLU. Medical professionals, participating as individuals as well as the Medical Committee for Human Rights, also joined the caravans headed to Mississippi.

The level of national support emboldened Black Mississippians, such as Fannie Lou Hamer, to chal-

lenge the seating of the all-White Mississippi delegation to the Democratic National Convention in Atlantic City.

As Attorney Thomas N. Todd likes to remind us, this was done before the existence of Facebook, Twitter, InstaGram and other social media.

It’s good that civil rights vets are celebrating Freedom Summer this week. But the challenge is to reignite that passion and sense of commitment today. Many of the problems of 1964 are still prevalent today. We need a Freedom Summer, Winter, Fall and Spring.WI George E. Curry is editor-in-chief of the National Newspaper Publishers Association News Service (NNPA.) Curry can be reached through his Web site, www.georgecurry.com. You can also follow him at www.twitter.com/ currygeorge and George E. Curry Fan Page on Facebook

employed, the equally pressing concern is about those who are underemployed, working part time when they want to work full time.

All of these folks are in the job search mix, and they are too often the people we ignore.

In many ways this is also a “race matters” narrative. Economic recovery looks great for some, good for others, and absolutely dismal for those at the bottom. The unofficial unemployment rate among African Americans remains at someplace near 25 percent. The Bureau of Labor Statistics won’t measure that, because then they will have to report the economic failure inherent in this so-called economic recovery.

The Federal Reserve and the IMF are reporting economic projections that trickle down. They

say the economic recovery will not happen as quickly as they once projected, and that they have a “wait and see” attitude. The Fed is moving closer to raising interest rates, and are withdrawing from their bond buying program that fostered economic stability.

Their “wait and see” really means pulling back, which may help the overall economy. When will those on the bottom, the least, the last, and the left out, experience recovery? Until those who make public policy are prepared to deal with persistent economic bifurcation, economic recovery looks good for some, dismal as ever for others.WI

their child. This shift in PLUS eligibility standards has resulted in many parents of students at Black colleges having their loan applications denied and those denials have been cited as the reason many Black students have dropped out of school.

According to Mark Kantrowitz, publisher of Finaid.org, “Based on last year’s trends [2011], nearly half of would-be PLUS borrowers this academic year [2012] might be turned away…The denials have hit particularly hard at historically black colleges and universities, presidents of those colleges, as well as higher education associations, say. They have warned that some students might not return because they can’t get the loans to pay for college.”

“The change was made quietly — the department didn’t convene a rule-making panel or issue a letter to colleges explaining it — but the impact was dramatic,” Kantrowitz said.

“Some creditors will put accounts in collections if a payment is only 30 days late. Parents who had previously been eligible for the loans found they had now been turned down.”

At least $ 4 million of the Koch contribution will go towards trying to remedy this Obama created disaster for these worthy college students. It is estimated that this money will help 3,000 students stay in school. So once again, we have a White persons coming to the rescue of the Black community when their supposed “leaders” have come down with laryngitis yet again. WI

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vast reservoirs and deposits of oil, gold, diamonds, platinum, uranium, copper, cobalt, iron ore, tantalum, tin and tungsten, the greatest natural resource throughout Africa is its people.

Even after centuries of oppression, slavery, colonialism, and neocolonialism, and other forms of massive economic exploitation, African people are resilient and focused on improving their overall quality of life. There is an axiom that still holds true for Africa: As the cradle of civilization emerged from the heart of Africa, so shall the fu-

DANIELS continued from Page 27 Central Park Jogger Five were cleared.

Undoubtedly, the most stunning example of the criminal justice system’s wrongful conviction dynamic is now unfolding in Brooklyn, N.Y. Growing doubts about numerous murders convictions obtained there in the 1980s and 1990s in recent years led the New York City borough’s long-time prosecutor, Charles J. Hynes, to establish an special unit to investigate claims of innocence. The result: in recent months, six men who had already spent as much as 23 years in prison after being convicted of murder, have been exonerated and set free.

Now, Kenneth Thompson, Brooklyn’s newly-elected district attorney (who defeated Hynes

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branch. The judiciary – the federal courts – are the third branch.

So picture this: a tiny caucus which represents one seventh of the total members of one branch of two houses; of one of three branches of government is able to paralyze the entire government, dozens and dozens of times.

Dread the Tea-Locks.

The Obamacare legislation was duly enacted by Congress, signed into law by the president, and upheld on appeal by the Supreme Court.

What’s more, they have convinced many, many, many people to agree with them against their own best interests. If you go today, to many rural communities in the Ozarks for example, some where White men slaved for decades in coal mines, bringThe Washington Informer

ture rise of all of humanity.

The reality is President Obama is now attempting to lead the U.S. in a strategic effort to “catch up” with other global investors who are helping shape the future of Africa. The return on these investments will be tremendous. We need to find additional ways and means to ensure that unprecedented networking and new business development opportunities are also pursued by African American leaders and organizations during these summit meetings.

That is why we are sending out this action alert. You need to know about this summit, not just as a curious observer, but as a responsive and responsible grassroots activist

or as a globally conscious entrepreneur. Let’s continue to be change agents. As we help Africa, we help ourselves, our families and our communities. The U.S. – African Leadership Summit should be more than a “meet and greet” event. My hope is that President Obama will establish lasting and binding “empowerment” relationships and investments with Africa en route to freedom, justice and equality for all.WI

last year in a bitterly-fought contest), is, as the New York Times put it in a recent news article, “grappling with a metastasizing wrongful conviction scandal in which dozens of imprisoned men have asked for freedom, their convictions linked to mistakes and misconduct by police and prosecutors in the violent, drug-plagued 1980s and 1990s.

It is a tidal wave that could dwarf other exoneration clusters.”

This wrongful conviction scandal, mind you, concerns just one borough of one American city. But, like the Central Park Jogger case, the terrible miscarriage of justice that is being uncovered there underscores that for many individuals accused of a crime, the criminal justice system’s operating principle has been, not innocent until proven guilty, but guilty until proven in-

nocent.

That terrible reality brings us back to the question I posed at the beginning, and a host of others. They include: How much is one’s innocence worth?

How much is the wrongfully imposed stigma of a felony conviction worth? How much is the trauma of long years spent in prison worth? How much is the pain and the stigma endured by the family of those incarcerated worth?

And, how many more of those now incarcerated in our nation’s jails and prisons for serious and lesser crimes are still enmeshed in the trap the Central Park Five and others now exonerated endured: serving time for a crime they didn’t commit?WI Lee A. Daniels is a longtime journalist based in New York City. His latest book is Last Chance: The Political Threat to Black America.

ing up from the depths, pollution for the entire community, and black lung disease for themselves.

Would you believe that in those dirt-poor stretches of humanity where the people’s health is fast deteriorating, they are opposed to Obamacare? Ironically, if you ask them individually they will admit that they agree with some of the features of the Affordable Care Act, but if you ask them how they feel about Obamacare, they will quickly tell you they hate it. Dread the Tea-Locks.

I will say it again, and again, as I have said often since I learned this from Craig Wilson of Harvard’s Kennedy School of Government at the Democratic Convention in 2008. Until 1968, when Republican Richard Nixon flipped the script with his “Southern Strategy” the Democratic Party led by southern “Dixiecrats” who ruled Congress with their seniority,

based on telling White people (the only eligible voters) six “truths.” 1.

The federal government is a threat; 2. Federal courts don’t understand the Constitution; 3. Taxes are bad; 4. Unions need to be eliminated; 5.

You have a lousy hospital; 6. But at least you’re White. And it worked like a charm.

Today, the Tea Party is reiterating those same six truths and White Americans are swallowing it, hook, line, and sinker: 1. the federal government’s the enemy; 2. taxes are bad; 3. the federal courts don’t understand the Constitution; 4. unions are bad; 5. you may have no health insurance – Obamacare; 6. but at least you’re an American.

Anyone who can convince poor people to support wealthy people against their own interests – the interests of the poor – those people are to be dreaded.

Dread the Tea-Locks.WI

Benjamin F. Chavis, Jr. is president of Education Online Services Corporation and the Hip-Hop Summit Action Network and can be reached at: http://drbenjaminfchavisjr.wix.com/drbfc

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