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Billionaire Mark Cuban Visits Whitney M. Young Magnet High School
Mark Cuban, owner of the Dallas Mavericks, chairman and CEO of AXS tv, and one of ABC’s “Sharks” on the show Shark Tank, visited the student at Whitney M. Young Magnet High School recently to talk about how he got into business, advancing technology, and the power students have to create change. Photo Credit: TechCrunch
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news briefly EDUCATION Illinois Manufacturers’ Association Announces 2018 Education and Workforce Legislative Agenda The Illinois Manufacturers’ Association and IMA Education Foundation have announced their 2018 education and workforce legislative agenda, aimed at helping Illinois manufacturers address the growing skills gap. One of the greatest challenges facing today’s manufacturing sector is the need for qualified workers. For nearly a decade, the IMA Education Foundation has been working with K-12 schools, community colleges, and universities to build a pipeline that will deliver qualified applicants to employers. This proposed bipartisan legislative package acknowledges Illinois’ need for, and a willingness to invest, in a different and bold approach.
HEALTH Organ Donors Take Center Stage
Gift of Hope Organ & Tissue Donor Network, local and state government officials and Chicago’s top organ and tissue donation experts from area transplant centers, hospitals and health systems came together recently on one stage at the second Chicago Organ Summit. The event, held at the JW Marriott Chicago Burnham Ballroom located on 151 W Adams St, featured an opportunity to hear about the latest medical advances and policies designed to support the gift of donation. Information about the challenges and barriers to donation and a chance to listen to inspiring stories of hope from influential transplant recipients and courageous donor families was also on the agenda. A special message from Chicago Mayor Rahm Emmanuel, Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White and Chicago Police Department Superintendent Eddie Johnson and Chief Mark Saunders of the Toronto Police Department was also apart of the program.
LAW & POLITICS Duckworth Helps Introduce New Legislation
U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) joined U.S. Senators Pat Toomey (R-PA), Chris Coons (D-DE), Marco Rubio (R-FL) and Bill Nelson (D-FL) in introducing new bipartisan gun safety legislation that will improve the background check system and make our communities safer. The NICS Denial Notification Act would require federal authorities to notify state and local law enforcement within 24 hours when individuals who are prohibited from buying firearms attempt to make a purchase and when individuals lie about their background to try to obtain lethal weapons. The legislation is co-sponsored by U.S. Senators John Cornyn (R-TX), Claire McCaskill (D-MO) and Lindsey Graham (R-SC). Illinois is one of 13 states that run their own background checks for firearm sales. Illinois requires the Illinois Department of State Police, which runs the state’s background checks, to alert local law enforcement when someone who is legally barred from purchasing a firearm (such as convicted felons, fugitives, and domestic abusers) tries to buy a firearm. However, in the District of Columbia and the 37 states that rely on the FBI to do the background check, state authorities and local law enforcement are generally not informed by federal officials when someone who is barred from purchasing a firearm tries to do so, which is problematic since local law enforcement officials are wellpositioned to investigate an individual’s motivations, including whether they are likely to commit a crime. a
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By: Katherine Newman Mark Cuban, owner of the Dallas Mavericks, chairman and CEO of AXS tv, and one of ABC’s “Sharks” on the show Shark Tank, visited the students at Whitney M. Young Magnet High School recently to talk about how he got into business, advancing technology, and the power students have to create change. Growing up in Pittsburgh, Cuban told the students, there was nothing special about him. He wasn’t a great athlete or the smartest kid in his class. He told a story about being 12-years-old and asking his dad for a new pair of shoes, his father told him to get a job if he wanted new shoes. At that point, with the help of a family friend, Cuban began selling garbage bags door-to-door and had his first business experience. “I learned then that selling or being a business person wasn’t about convincing or thieving to make people do things they didn’t want to do. Business and selling is about helping people and that gave me confidence,” said Cuban. Flash forward nearly 50 years and Cuban has a net worth of $3.7 billion, according to Forbes. Penn Koeneman, a student at Whitney M. Young Magnet High School, sat on stage and asked Cuban what he thought would be the next life-changing piece of technology.
Artificial intelligence, precision medicine, and nanotechnology were a few of the advancements that Cuban noted in his response. But there was a bigger take away he wanted to students to understand. “My attitude toward technology is this, whenever something new comes out there are the people who invented it, and then there is the rest of the world. The rest of the world knows nothing about it until it is released. If I put in the time, I can learn anything that’s out there and so can you. What you need to do now is get excited about learning how to learn. There is new stuff coming and if you get excited about learning you will always be the person who knows what comes next,” said Cuban. As his talk with the students came to an end, Cuban made a point to remind the audience that they have the power to change the world and that is what gives him hope. “You guys that are old enough to vote, vote. This is your world and this is your future. This is your generation and your chance to make a difference,” said Cuban. “This is your chance for each and every one of you to have an impact not just on yourself, but on the world. What you do, how you do it, and the confidence you have knowing that you can make a difference, that’s what makes me feel good about the future.” For more information about Mark Cuban and his business ventures visit www.markcubancompanies. com.
Election Protection Available for Early Voting Period in Illinois Primaries Chicago, Illinois — After a delayed start, the early voting period for the primary election is underway in Illinois, where candidates are on the ballot for local and statewide offices including governor, state attorney general, and various judges and district representatives. The Election Protection Coalition stands ready to assist voters with questions and concerns during the early voting period that ends on March 19th. Voters are encouraged to contact 866-OUR-VOTE if they have questions or encounter problems when seeking to cast their ballots. The Election Protection Coalition will also be available to support voters on Election Day on March 20th starting 6:00 a.m. “The right to vote is the most important right in our democracy. In Illinois, voters will go to the polls in an important primary election and the Election Protection hotline will be answering calls to ensure that all eligible voters are able to freely cast their ballots and have their voices heard,” said Kristen Clarke, President and Executive Director of the Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law. “The 866-OUR-VOTE hotline is a resource for all voters and would-be voters in Illinois and across the country who seek to report complaints or otherwise access information needed to meaningfully participate in elections in their community.” Hundreds of attorneys have volunteered to answer calls and monitor the polls in past elections with Chicago Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights, which leads the coalition in Illinois. In 2016, nearly a thousand calls were made to the Illinois hotline call center. “The right to vote in this country was not given easily – it was
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won slowly with great effort by women, people of color, immigrants, and low-income communities,” said Ami Gandhi of Chicago Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights. “Our Election Protection volunteer attorneys are here as a resource for voters facing barriers such as long lines, language barriers, or improper requests for ID, intimidation, registration hurdles, or language or accessibility barriers.” Election Protection volunteers are currently monitoring the toll-free English language hotline, 866-OUR-VOTE (866687-8683) to answer any questions or concerns related to voting. Spanish-speaking voters may seek bilingual assistance through the 888-VE-Y-VOTA (888-839-8682) hotline. Additionally, the 888-API-VOTE hotline provides bilingual voter services in English, Mandarin, Cantonese, Korean, Vietnamese, Tagalog, Urdu, Hindi, and Bengali/Bangla. To vote in the March 20 primary, you must be registered to vote in the state of Illinois, and you can register up until and even on Election Day. Although traditional registration is closed, online registration ends March 4 and grace period registration extends through Election Day at designated locations. Election Day Registration is required to be available in all counties in Illinois and in many counties, it will be available in every polling place. To register online, go to https://ova.elections.il.govhttps://ova.elections. il.gov/RegistrationClosed.aspx and to check your registration status, go to http://ova.elections.il.gov/RegistrationLookup.aspx. You do not need to join a political party in order to vote in the primary election, but you will be asked to select which party’s ballot you will vote on during this election.
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Here’s to This Flag of Mine Why should African Americans celebrate allegiance to the U.S. Flag? By Dr. Sunni Ali Many people argue that the long history of slavery, Jim Crow, and racism alone entitles black people’s exemption away from pledging their allegiance to this nation’s flag. From President Trump’s recent harsh statement toward National Football League players’ refusal to stand during the National Anthem to NFL owners and politicians’ perspectives over this issue, generations of black folk since the time of Frederick Douglass and the black emigrate movements of the1820s questioned their patriotism. The powerful lesson of Colin Kaepernick is similar to that of a patriot, a person who sacrifices themselves fighting injustice and unfairness to birth change. Since its conception, America has needed patriots around to demand that equality and equity become common for all people living in this nation. Kaprenick’s refusal to stand during the National Anthem served as notice to the nation it is not living up to its creed, which struck a chord for people choosing to ignore the current racial issues shaking up the American landscape such as, the unjustifiable police homicides of black civilians. The history of having patriots, rebels, and intellectuals apply rhetoric, civil protest, and rebellion helped progress America. Yet as perplexed, challenged, and complicated American history has been toward African Americans, their loyalty and honor toward the American flag continues to celebrate an abundant country they helped make possible while arguing for more progressive change to improve a nation. Hence the title of text, Here’s to This Flag of Mine springs forth from Marcus Garvey’s Black Nationalist Song, written by his wife, Amy Jacques Garvey, which provides a metanarrative of the African American experience dealing with the challenges paying homage to a nation’s flag. Such arguments emerged through the 20th Century between W.E.B. Dubois and Marcus Garvey as well as Malcolm X and Dr. King Jr. Despite this, majority of African Americans continue to believe in the hopes, dreams, and values America promises. The significance of African American’s patriotic debate is also rooted to W.E.B. Dubois’ Double Consciousness Theory that says African Americans harbor a divided soul living in America; they struggle with being African and American while paying homage to both. Especially considering the magnificent contributions blacks have made to the nation before its conception. Indeed, African people have helped to develop the Americas as far back as 700 A.C.E. Hence, the journey of African Americans goes beyond the pages of any history textbook or lesson that emphasize a narrative of chattel slavery. African Americans have been the scientists, mathematicians, architects, artisans, domestic engineers, horticulturalists, agrarian specialists, and soldiers for a nation that marginalized their existence. Thereby blacks’ loyalty or patriotism should never be questioned. Here’s To A Flag of Mine celebrates the struggles, successes, and challenges imposed onto African Americans fighting to improve their second-class status. A history that deserves reparations and appreciation as America transitions beyond the 21st Century.
MWRD to share stormwater management tips, showcase exceptional quality compost during Chicago Flower & Garden Show at Navy Pier March 14 - 18 The Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago (MWRD) will be hosting a booth at the Flower & Garden Show at Navy Pier to demonstrate its new exceptional quality compost, a soil amendment that is derived from wood chips and nutrient-rich materials. The MWRD will also showcase best management practices in stormwater management and green infrastructure and will hold drawings for a free rain barrel. As part of its Strategic Business Plan, the MWRD’s Resource Recovery Program is focusing on reclaiming, processing, and reusing solids, water, and discarded materials like yard and food waste. The MWRD is transforming these materials into environmentally friendly products like compost; there will be The Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago (MWRD) will samples of compost on be hosting a booth at the Flower & Garden Show at Navy Pier to demonstrate its new exceptional quality compost, a soil amendment that is derived from wood display. chips and nutrient-rich materials. “We look forward to speaking with the Chicago “The MWRD has Flower & Garden Show attendees about our compost and about ways they can a legacy of innovation make a difference in their own homes and neighborhoods by incorporating green infrastructure solutions,” said MWRD Commissioner Kari K. Steele.(pictured). and ingenuity so we are excited to demonstrate environmentally friendly what they see, educate them about what or best management practices,” how they can do things in their own green said MWRD President Mariyana space and then motivate them to make a Spyropoulos. Green infrastructure difference,” said Tony Abruscato, Show is in play at parks, forest preserves, Director. municipalities, schools, and alleys and “MWRD’s participation in the Chicago parking lots across Cook County. GI Flower & Garden Show is just one of enhancements are designed to capture many ways to share with communities water and allow it to infiltrate into the and families of all cultures throughout ground before it enters the traditional Cook County the important work that is conveyance system. This helps to reduce being done daily at the MWRD. We look the amount of water flowing through forward to speaking with the Chicago the pipes that are often overwhelmed Flower & Garden Show attendees about by increasingly intense rain events our compost and about ways they can experienced throughout the region make a difference in their own homes and which ends up as basement backups and neighborhoods by incorporating green neighborhood flooding. infrastructure solutions,”said MWRD “The mission of the Chicago Flower & Commissioner Kari K. Steele. Garden Show is to inspire attendees with
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Leading Black Legislator Calls for Economic Unity, Action as Black Wealth 2020 Celebrates Second Year Rep. Gregory Porter tells voters: ‘You can’t be the invisible.’
(TriceEdneyWire.com) - The president of America’s largest organization of Black legislators
Among key economic issues being dealt with in legislatures daily are homeowner protection, anti-predatory lending, home has called for unity behind economic development affordability resolutions, anti-discrimination initiatives prioritized by Black Wealth 2020, a and gentrification issues. Preparation for movement launched two years ago to forge progress for the 2020 Census and making sure AfricanBlack-owned businesses, banks and homeowners. Americans are fully counted will also be key, he “Economic development is the cornerstone for said. NCBSL’s next legislative conference will everything. It’s kind of interesting to talk to you all be held Nov. 28 at which time they will “look at because you’re living it every day. You know what it Black wealth.” takes,” said Indiana Rep. Gregory W. Porter, president Echoing the importance of unity in order of the National Black Caucus of State Legislators to accomplish economic goals, HomeFree(NBCSL). USA President/CEO Marcia Griffin appealed He was speaking to Black Wealth 2020 founders, to those in the room to “be our ambassadors, executives and associates at its second anniversary our messengers, etc. because we need to reach luncheon. “What it takes is for a community to get thousands with a sense of understanding and along. Also, we don’t spend with our people like we get people to wrap their arms around our goals. should and we know that. The bottom line is this: We ... We’re from all sorts of different segments of know the whereases. We know what the problems are. the Black community, but we’ve come together Therefore, what are we going to do? Jesse [Jackson] to work together to empower ourselves and said years ago ‘Can’t nobody save us but us.’... That’s what empower our community and empower our we’re doing right now, saving us.” Indiana Rep. Gregory Porter, president, Indiana Rep. Gregory Porter, calls for unity country.” Backing from the NBCSL adds significant National Black Caucus of State Legislators behind direction of Black Wealth 2020. Grant, now based in Nashville, where he is momentum to Black Wealth 2020, founded two years PHOTO: Rodney Minor regional president of United Security Financial, ago by Ron Busby, president/CEO of the U.S. Black a mortgage banking company, agreed with the the nation; plus the U.S. Virgin Chambers Inc.; Michael Grant, then president of the appeal for harmony. “We’re not trying to upstage Islands and Washington, DC. “We National Bankers Association; and Jim Winston, president of anybody,” he said at the Feb. 15 event. “We’re not trying to compete represent about 60 million people in rural communities and we the National Organization of Black Owned Broadcasters. At least with anybody. What we’re trying to do is pull our strength together come together two or three times a year in an annual conference.” a dozen other major Black organizations have either joined or so that when we speak with one voice, they’re looking at all of Pointing to long-held discussions about Black wealth, expressed support for its economic initiatives. these organizations coming together and it’s hard to say no to that Porter, ranking minority member on Indiana’s Ways and Means “We own too little land. We have too lower median income kind of power.” Committee, stressed that the most important need now is less talk than other Americans. We have much lower family wealth than Porter also underscored the importance of constituents our White brothers and sisters and we’ve got to make that change,” and more strategic action. “The bottom line is that we can talk all holding lawmakers - including Black legislators - accountable we want to, but we’ve got to have our independence in regards to Porter said to shouts of “Amen” and applause from the audience. and not taking for granted that they will automatically push for economics,” he said. A strategy to unify with other organizations will be the key economic inclusion. He suggested that constituents: As an example of action, he said he and like-minded to success, said Porter, a Democrat serving his 13th term in the Have their own kitchen cabinet and invite legislators to legislators have had to hold up certain projects in order to assure Indiana General Assembly. neighborhood and community meetings. Black participation. “We’re working with the NAACP, Urban League, other Come to state houses, visit the representatives’ offices. “We’re the super minority, so a lot of us are fighting to stay groups and National Organizations because if we do that we’ll be Attend and speak at public hearings. relevant in this whole process,” he said. “They always go to the strong together. We can’t continue to be silos. So, I know as we go “You can’t be the invisible,” he said. “We’ve got to stay woke big company, but we’ve got to know how we’re going to build our forth, we will do it as a community. And so, remember, you have about economic development and the process that we have. We capacity by choosing minority companies...We’ve worked very 600 legislators, we represent 60 million people. We’re in 45 states, did build this country. We need to manage this country.” hard in dealing with minority access for sustainable financial plus U. S. Virgin Islands and the District of Columbia. We have Expressing the importance of this year being the 50th institutions through our resolutions. As Black Caucuses across the means. It’s up to all of us to come together and have the will.” anniversary of the beginning of Dr. King’s Poor People’s the country, we’re increasing our fair contracting opportunities Speaking to the luncheon gathering at HomeFree-USA, Movement, Porter said, “It does mean a lot to us...You’ve got to and practices for economic parity. These are resolutions that we’ve Porter listed a number of economic policies currently being know where you came from to know where you’re going.” passed.” pushed by NBCSL, which has a membership that blankets
briefly Research Shows African Americans Are More Optimistic About Their Financial Futures Than Any Other Race/Ethnicity PENNSYLVANIA- Lincoln Financial Group announced recently that its Financial Focus research study shows African Americans are more optimistic about their financial futures than any other race/ethnicity with 53 percent expecting significant personal financial improvements within the next five years—and despite a pay gap between white and black families, according to the Census Bureau’s 2017 Current Population Survey. Looking ahead just to 2018, African Americans are more optimistic than Caucasian Americans and Asian Americans, and are equally optimistic as Latino Americans: 34 percent of African
Americans project their financial situation will get much better in 2018. “These results reflect progress and efforts to elevate the community’s access to financial planning resources,” said Allison Green, senior vice president of Diversity, Inclusion and Employee Engagement for Lincoln Financial Group. “By increasing understanding of the products and solutions that enhance the long-term financial outlook for African Americans, there is an opportunity to ensure these numbers continue to trend upward. At the same time, there is still work to be done.” The research also shows that, despite widespread optimism about their financial futures, African Americans do express some concerns over the long-term: Handling unforeseen health expenses
Saving for retirement, Providing for their family “The research is a direct lens into what keeps African Americans, as well as all Americans, up at night financially, which strengthens our ability to deliver the kinds of actionable steps that everyone can take to protect the ones they love,” said Green. “Meeting with a financial advisor is also an important part of developing a financial plan that is right for you and your family.” Visit Lincoln Financial’s website for calculators and other resources to help plan your financial future.
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CITIZEN 2018 Democratic Endorsement J.B. Pritzker For Illinois 43RD Governor Jay Robert "J. B." Pritzker, an entrepreneur, advocate for early childhood development, philanthropist and busi nessman, born in Chicago and graduated form Northewestern Unversity School of Law in 1993. J.B. an American politician and venture capitalist and owner of a Chicago based business, the Pritzker Group. He serves as the group's managing partner and co-founder. Prtizker created 6,000 jobs in Illinois and through his 20 years of work as a National Advocate for early childhood education he provided 230,000 school age kids with FREE meals. Through J.B. continuous works he was able to secure an additional $100 million in new capital to support more startup businesses through his company. Pritzker understands in order for Illinois to remain a State that works for all it needs a change in government and he pledge to fight for all citizens of Illinois. J.B. proven business track record and his willingness to invest future generation's shows that he has the ability to lead the state without leaving no one behind, with that said the Citizen Newspaper gladly endorses J.B. Pritzker for Governor of Illinois.
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ROBIN KELLY, CANDIDATE FOR U.S. REPRESENTATIVE 2ND DISTRICT
Congresswoman Kelly began her career representing Illinois' 38th District in the Illinois House of Representatives from 2002 to 2007. Having served at every level of government, Kelly brings extensive legislative and leadership experience to the 2nd District. She began her government service as community relations director in the Village of Matteson. She was later elected to the Illinois House of Representatives and PUNCH sponsored bills supporting economic development, increasing the 22 minimum wage and protecting consumers from fraud. She also led the fight for landmark legislation to protect victims of domestic violence and improve public safety. She recently awarded over $900,000., in Federal grant money from the U.S. Economic Development Administration that will help to fund on-site-job training center for welding and machining for various community colleges in the South Suburban area of Illinois. She was the first female AfricanNAPOLEON HARRIS, CANDIDATE FOR American to serve as Chief of Staff where she worked for a progressive agenda U.S. SENATOR A former pro-football player, Napoleon Harris was born in Dixmoor founded in social and economic justice through innovative investment strategy, and attended Thornton Township High School. He later earned a encouraging small and local businesses, eradicating food deserts, and promoting bachelor's degree in Communications from Northwestern financial literacy. The Chicago Citizen Newspaper proudly endorses her. PUNCH University. In 2012, Napoleon Harris ran for the Illinois state senDANNY K. DAVIS CANDIDATE FOR ate to have a greater impact on the working families from where he 42 U.S. REPRESENTATIVE, 7TH DISTRICT grew up. As a state senator Napoleon has lifted his voice and his vote in support of working families who may struggle to make ends meet but The Chicago Citizen Newspaper proudly endorses Congressman never fail to do the right thing at work, in their schools and in their neighborhoods. Danny K. Davis for Congress. For more than 16 years, Davis has Harris is on the ballot for United States Senator because Illinois continue to need championed reform in the 7th Congressional District. A strong leaders who can articulate the needs of all its residents; a leader who continues to orator and indomitable leader, Davis has used his immeasurable PUNCH 22 envision and share the mission that all people should have a chance at achieving experience as a public servant including years as 29th Ward their dreams and no one should be left behind. The Chicago Citizen Newspaper Alderman and as a Cook County Commissioner to effectively bring change to his constituents. Currently in Congress, Davis energetically endorses him for U.S. senator. serves on the Oversight and Government Reform Committee and is Ranking SUSANA MENDOZA FOR STATE COMPTROLLER Member of the Subcommittee on Health Care, District of Columbia, Census and the Susana A. Mendoza a graduate of Truman State University was sworn in for her sec- National Archives and serves on the Subcommittee on Federal Workforce, Postal, ond term as Chicago City Clerk on May 18, 2015. As the first woman and Labor. The Chicago Citizen Newspaper energetically endorses Danny Davis. ever elected to the Office of the City Clerk, she successfully transitioned 1.3 million customers away from an inefficient and archaPUNCH ic seasonal Chicago City Vehicle Sticker sales program dating LA SHAWN K. FORD, CANDIDATE FOR STATE REPRESENTATIVE, 8TH DISTRICT back 105 years, plagued by tremendously long lines and guaran17 teed headaches, to a streamlined Year-Round-Sales program, The Chicago Citizen Newspaper endorses Rep. La Shawn K. modeled after the Illinois Secretary of State's license plate renewal Ford for re-election to the state House. Ford is a drum program. This historic change resulted in better customer service at lower taxpayer major for change in his legislative district. The representa- PUNCH cost. The Chicago Citizen Newspaper proudly continues to supports her efforts. Sen. Kwame Raoul has represented the 13th District since 2004 when President Barack Obama vacated the seat for the U.S. Senate. Raoul, an PUNCH attorney by profession, had championed critical issues during his time in 12 office including the recent historic legislation that abolishes the death penalty and legislation creating the Torture Inquiry Commission. Raoul recently passed legislation in the Seanate that gives Illinois attorney general a grater ability to enforce employmnet laws. SB 193 also creates a task forc3e to promote cooperation betweek the attorney general and state’s attorneys in enforcing criminal violations of employment laws. Raoul has consistently demonstrated he serves his constituents to the fullest and the Chicago Citizen proudly endorses the Kwame Raoul for Attorney General.
tive has served in the Illinois General Assembly since 2007. 51 Ford remains very accessible to his constituents. Increasing social justice and addressing disparities are the common Congressman Bobby Rush has been a stalwart in African American community for themes in Ford's work, in areas such as jobs, education, health, small busidecades. Since landing at the helm of the Illinois' 1st Congressional District in 1993 ness development and housing. BOBBY L. RUSH, CANDIDATE FOR U.S. REPRESENTATIVE, 1ST DISTRICT
he has consistently fought for citizens and bought resources to the area. His most recent advocacy for the 1st District includes awarding $ 5 million in National Science Foundation Funds to the University of Chicago. Rush secured a 4.9 million federal grant for the completed Bronzeville Metra Station. During the congressman's, more than two decades of service, Rush has obtained millions of dollars in grants for libraries, PUNCH police departments, hospitals, schools, and art programs. Coupled with his strong community involvement and progres21 sive leadership style, the Chicago Citizen Newspaper proudly endorses Rush for Congress.
ARTHUR TURNER, CANDIDATE FOR STATE REPRESENTATIVE, 9TH DISTRICT
The Chicago Citizen Newspaper proudly endorses Rep. Arthur Turner for re-election to the Illinois House of repPUNCH resentative. Turner has worked to pass legislation on 51 Illinois' Patients' Right to Know Act, to guarantee that a physician's professional background is available to consumers. The legislation necessitates the formation of a search-
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able Internet database with information on all of Illinois' 44,000 licensed physicians. Turner is the son of former State Representative & Deputy Majority Leader, Arthur L. Turner. EMIL JONES III, CANDIDATE FOR STATE SENATE, 14TH DISTRICT The Chicago Citizen proudly endorses Sen. Emil Jones III PUNCH for Illinois senate. He first joined the legislature in 2009. 51 Son of former Illinois Senate President Emil Jones, Jr., Jones III has carved a name for himself in the Illinois Senate and is frequently acknowledged for his active leadership and unwavering vow to the 14th District residents. Jones III is an animate advocate for education reform he backed the plan to increase education funding, supplied property tax relief to families, and allowed the state to pay down its pension debt. Jones join the fight with his collegues to push for reform to save Roseland Hospital. JUSTIN SLAUGHTER , CANDIDATE FOR STATE REPRESENTATIVE, 27TH DISTRICT Slaughter a Former Legislative Coordinator in the Offices PUNCH of the Cook County Bureau of Administration and the Secretary to the Board of Commissioners. A native 51 Chicagoan, Slaughter grew up on the South Side of Chicago in the Washington Heights community where is still resides. Justin took office as the 27th District Senator in 2017, spending his entire career into government politics and public policy. Slaughter supported HB 4045, which fight for pension rights. From Health Care, Education, Gun Violence and Employment Slaughter will continue to fight for the people in his district and for that reason we endorse him for re-election. ROBERT "BOB" RITA, CANDIDATE FOR STATE REPRESENTATIVE, 28TH DISTRICT Rep. Robert Rita has served the 28th District since 2002. PUNCH Rita lists economic redevelopment, equitable school fund51 ing, and increased health care availability as his main concerns in the state legislature. Rita's accomplishments as a public official have earned him the respect and esteem of his peers and the community. Rita is the youngest son of the late John and Rose Rita, longtime public servants who taught Bob the value of hard work and service to the community. This lifetime of dedication has resulted in numerous victories for the people of the 28th District and Calumet Township. Bob sponsored the Future Energy Jobs Bill also known as Sen. Bill 2814 that will create a brigher future for Illinois. The Chicago Citizen Newspaper proudly endorses Rita for re-election to the Illinois General Assembly.
H. YVONNE COLEMAN COOK COUNTY JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY (5TH SUBCIRCUIT)
Judge Coleman was appointed by the Illinois Supreme Court in March 2017 for the vacancy of retired Judge Patricia Banks and she is a Democratic candidate in the March primary election in PUNCH the 5th Subcircuit. Judge Coleman is the only candidate in her race who is rated 152 Qualified and Recommended by all 12 evaluating bar associations. She is assigned as a trial judge in the First Municipal Department, Civil Nonjury Trial Section at the Daley Center. Before joining the judiciary, Judge Coleman was a practicing lawyer for over 25 years concentrating in general civil litigation, civil rights, and employment discrimination cases in state and federal court. Judge H. Yvonne Coleman recently served as President of Cook County Bar Association Foundation. Judge Coleman credential deems her well qualified for election to the Circuit Court of Cook County. The Citizen Newspaper Proudly Endorses Judge Coleman for the 5th Subcircuit.
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Local Heroes Honored in May The American Red Cross of Chicago & Northern Illinois is honoring local people who demonstrated acts of heroism in the community at the organization’s 16th Annual Heroes Breakfast, Thursday, May 3 from 7:30-9:30 a.m. at the Hilton Chicago, 720 S. Michigan Ave. To purchase tickets or for more information call 312.729.6178 or go to redcross.org/Chicagoheroes. “The American Red Cross is proud to honor the heroes among us whose extraordinary actions have impacted our communities and inspired us all,” said Celena Roldán, chief executive officer of the American Red Cross of Chicago & Northern Illinois. “From the nine-year-old girl who rescued her whole family from her burning house, to the police officers who saved an infant in a submerged car, to the young father determined to uplift and encourage other young fathers - this collection of leaders have demonstrated that all have the power to leave an imprint upon the world.” Bob Chodos, Vice Chairman, Newmark Knight Frank will accept the philanthropic Heritage Award on behalf of the Turning the Tide Committee for Hurricane Relief. This committee is being honored for the fundraising events they held to support those affected by Hurricane Katrina and in 2017 for Hurricanes Harvey and Irma. Both events raised more than $1M for Red Cross disaster relief efforts. Additional honorees were selected in 11 community service categories. They were chosen by an independent committee of leaders in the business and civic community. The 2018 American Red Cross Heroes Breakfast honorees include the following group of local standouts. Blood Services Hero: Olivia Shorter Seven-year-old Olivia Shorter is committed to educating others about the importance of donating blood. Olivia was diagnosed with sickle cell disease when she was just seven days old. Sickle cell disease can be managed, but requires medical care and regular blood transfusions. For her 7th birthday, rather than having a traditional birthday party, Olivia hosted a blood drive in her community to raise awareness of sickle cell disease and to encourage people to donate blood. Community Impact Hero: Sheldon Smith Sheldon Smith has made it his life’s work to end the cycle of fatherlessness and change the narrative for African-American men in this country. In 2009, he started The Dovetail Project, an organization designed to support young African-American fathers in Chicago through parenting workshops, financial literacy training and a voluntary 12-week training program. In 2017, 92 fathers graduated from his signature program, the most in the organization’s history. Disaster Services Hero: Claire Liszkay Nurse Claire Liszkay commits her life to medical disaster relief, despite any personal risk. During the 2015 Ebola crisis, Claire was the first nurse at Northwestern to volunteer to care for symtomatic patients. Prior to that, she also served for six weeks in Sierra Leone to treat those afflicted with the virus. Upon her return to the U.S., she was quarantined for three weeks. Following the 2010 Haitian earthquake, Claire set up a self-sustaining clinic for those
impacted. Most recently, she was in Bangladesh providing medical relief to Rohingya refugees. Emergency Medical Assistance Hero: Leona Di Amore Leona Di Amore sacrificed her own safety to save the life of another. While visiting her daughter at college, students began screaming as a crisis erupted. Leona ran toward the screams and found a student, who had a 10-inch stab wound. With no way to know if the scene was safe, Leona administered first aid to the student, applied pressure to the wound and kept the student calm and conscious as he started to lose feeling from blood loss. The student was hospitalized and recovered because of her quick thinking and life-saving skills. Firefighter Hero: Captain Michael Casagrande Captain Michael Casagrande is committed to home fire prevention and safety. As the leader of the Kankakee Fire Prevention Division, Captain Casagrande and his team canvassed the city of Kankakee to install smoke alarms in every home that needed one. He used his knowledge of the local community, including the migrant community to ensure equal access to this life-saving resource. Through his dedicated leadership, more than 10,000 smoke alarms were installed across the city of Kankakee since 2015. Through his fire prevention work, four documented lives have been saved. Global Citizenship Hero: Nasir Bin Zakaria Nasir Bin Zakaria was inspired by his personal experience to help fellow refugees. At 14-years-old, Nasir was forced to leave his family and flee from Myanmar. Twentythree years later, he was granted refugee status and arrived in Chicago. Nasir started working as a dishwasher and quickly realized how difficult it was for Rohingya refugees to adjust to American life. In 2016, Nasir opened the Rohingya Culture Center to create a community for Rohingya refugees.
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Chicago is now the home to over 1,500 Rohingya refugees, one of the largest communities in the U.S. Good Samaritan Hero: Kate Dzierzanowski Last November, Kate Dzierzanowski heard a car strike something outside her St. Charles office. Concerned, she went outside where she found a man whose vehicle had hit a guardrail. She alerted her co-workers to make the 911 call as she assessed the man in the vehicle. He looked unconscious and the vehicle was smoking. Kate couldn’t find a pulse on the man, and with help she dragged the driver from his car. She then started performing CPR. When the paramedics arrived, the man was taken to the hospital. Kate attributes her ability to respond to this situation to her employer for encouraging all employees to become CPR certified and paying for the training. Her quick thinking and actions saved a man’s life that day. Law Enforcement Heroes: Officers Ryan Davenport and Joseph McDermott Each day, Belvidere police officers Ryan Davenport and Joseph McDermott put their own lives at risk to save the lives of others. Last March, without hesitation, the officers swam to a woman and infant in a quickly sinking vehicle in the Kishwaukee River. At serious risk of hypothermia and other dangers, they were able to pull the mother and child out of the vehicle and get them quickly to shore. Within three minutes, the vehicle was completely submerged, with only its tail lights shining through the water. Military Heroes: Roy Sartin & Eli Williamson Veterans Eli Williamson and Roy Sartin returned from military service overseas to find themselves facing huge amounts of college debt. In talking to fellow veterans, they found issues like debt and unemployment to be pervasive. So, they created “Leave No Veteran Behind,” a program that leverages veterans’ skills to solve community issues while providing employment and debt alleviation services, in exchange for community service. One program, in collaboration with Chicago Public Schools, has veterans line the most dangerous streets of Chicago to make sure kids get to school safely. “Leave No Veteran Behind” has provided 925 transitional jobs and relieved $150,000 of student debt. Nurse Hero: Rebecca Christiansen As a nurse, Rebecca Christiansen saw firsthand how healthcare professionals can at times paint a dire picture for parents of babies born with disabilities. She experienced this directly, when her own son, Ryan, was born with Down’s syndrome. After Ryan’s birth, Claire created “Celebrate Differences,” an organization, which not only provides programming for disabled adults and children, but also, job skills, and other resources. Claire also runs “A Pinch of Happiness,” a spice shop in downtown Oswego that employs young adults with disabilities. Claire’s work brings acceptance and joy, as well as workforce development, to her community. Youth Hero: Charmin BoClaire Having learned about fire safety at school, ten-year-old Charmin BoClaire saved her family in a raging house fire. Charmin was able to get her mother, four-year-old sister and ten-month-old brother safely out of the house. It took two trips, and she had to help her mother extinguish flames on her legs. She kept calm and took swift action during an incredibly frightening moment.
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Faith Will Come Alive at First Presbyterian Church of Fort Lauderdale for Holy Week and Easter First Presbyterian Church of Fort Lauderdale is preparing for the celebration of Holy Week and Easter offering worship services and fellowship for all. Beginning with Palm Sunday on March 25, 2018, and concluding with the celebration of the resurrection on Easter Sunday, April 1, 2018, Holy Week at First Presbyterian Church of Fort Lauderdale will offer several opportunities for individuals of all ages to grow in faith and fellowship. “Our annual Holy Week services truly make First Presbyterian a place ‘Where Faith Comes Alive,’” said Rev. Dr. Patrick Wrisley, Senior Pastor at First Presbyterian Church of Fort Lauderdale. “Each spring, we offer several special events for our members, friends and guests that allow them to actively participate in the Easter story and grow in their relationship with God.” Highlights planned for Holy Week 2018 include a Labyrinth Walk, which is a time of solace and
contemplative prayer; a live dramatization of Leonardo DaVinci’s “The Last Supper” on Maundy Thursday; a light luncheon following noon worship on Good Friday; and three services to celebrate the resurrection on Easter Sunday. “When people attend our Holy Week events and Easter celebrations, we want them to be reminded of the selflessness displayed by our Lord on this day,” said Rev. Dr. Wrisley. “We hope they use this time to reflect on their faith and celebrate the unconditional love that God has for us.” The Easter Sunday celebration will begin with an 8 a.m. sunrise service in one of Fort Lauderdale’s most beautiful waterfront parks, Colee Hammock Park (1500 Brickell Drive, Fort Lauderdale), followed by a 9:30 a.m. contemporary worship in Fellowship Hall, and an 11 a.m. traditional worship in the Sanctuary.
Easter Egg Hunt March 24, 10:00 am Free Hunt for candy…meet the Easter Bunny…and much, much more! It’s that time of year once again when the Easter Bunny will make its annual visit to the Park District of Forest Park. There will be five separate hunts for toddlers through 4 graders. All hunts will begin at 10:00AM SHARP! After the hunt, line up to meet the Easter Bunny! Please bring a camera. DON’T BE LATE! Details Date: March 24 Time: 10:00 am Cost: Free Event Category: Easter Website: http://www.pdofp.org/easter-egghunt/ Venue Park District of Forest Park 7501 Harrison St Forest Park, IL 60130 United States
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‘BLACK PANTHER’ FEATURES POSITIVE IMAGES FOR THE PRESENT I surmise that if you are reading this article, you are probably amongst the recordbreaking number of those who have gone to a showing of the extraordinary new Marvel Comics Movie, Black Panther. I, like many other theatergoers, had a working knowledge about the premise of the movie [spoiler alert]. A Black king turned superhero is called upon to protect his people, their technologically advanced nation, and resources from exploiters. Of course, there are also healthy doses of supercharged over-the-top car scenes, ritualistic fight scenarios and awe-dropping special effects. All are typical ingredients for a superhero movie. This $1 Billion global grossing blockbuster poised to become the most profitable movie ever is untypical in that it was written and directed by a 31-year-old African American filmmaker. Director Ryan Coogler, in all of his glory, has accomplished something that no other filmmaker has ever done. Coogler has created a mega-successful movie with an all-Black cast that is as positive in its messages and imagesas it is powerful. Among the most positive of the movie’s messages is its dedication to illustrating and repositioning the strength of women. Never in filmdom is this more evident than in the roles portrayed by actresses Lupita Nyong’o, Angela Bassett, Letitia Wright and Danai Gurira among others. Harkening back to powerful images of the warrior-leaders of the Dahomey tribe, all portray women with intelligence, strength and an iron will. All of which are splendid examples for girls and women everywhere on their journey to reaching their full potential. Among other themes, Black Panther also explores the importance of being of service to those in need. We are reminded that, “Each one should use whatever gift he has received to serve others, faithfully administering God’s grace in its various forms.” (Peter 4:10) This movie heightens the idea of service to an epic new level. Service, not only for family and community, but for the wellbeing of all humankind. Black Panther is an instant artifact. It is stunning, courageous, compassionate and inspiring. The Black Panther has procured unequivocal success. However, its release was preceded by movie critics swift proposal that a film featuring a primarily African-American cast could not attain the financial success of its Caucasian compeers. Thankfully, by bringing to the big screen a film that most of us watchers have seen and will surely never forget, Ryan has effectively challenged that notion. Another message inspired by the movie in front of and behind the camera, is that as African-Americans, we can accomplish anything. Nothing is beyond our reach. I look forward to coming back to this space and exploring the way in which art imitates life, and life, in this instance can imitate art. Until then, Wakanda forever… This $1 Billion global grossing blockbuster poised to become the most profitable movie ever is untypical in that it was written and directed by a 31-year-old African American filmmaker. Director Ryan Coogler, in all of his glory, has accomplished something that no other filmmaker has ever done. Coogler has created a mega-successful movie with an all-Black cast that is as positive in its messages and images as it is powerful.
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TOP KEYBOARDIST DARRELL SMITH TO RELEASE TIME + SPACE Darrell Smith, one of the top keyboardists on the touring and recording circuit will release his debut album TIME + SPACE on April 15, 2018. With a list of credits that includes working with a diverse group of artists such as Stevie Nicks, Jay-Z, Elton John, Janet Jackson, Cher, k.d. Lang, Vanessa Carlton, Dave Stewart, Anita Baker, Lady Antebelum and Darlene Love (amongst many others), the album is sure to spark interest with fans and musicians alike. Time + Space showcases Smith’s love for Jazz, Pop and Classical music and was recorded, mastered and engineered by Grammy winning engineer Phil Tan in Atlanta. The album is comprised of eleven songs and includes performances from a number of musical luminaries such as Grammy nominated saxophone player Boney James ( “Hand In Hand”), Nigerian singer Ola Onabule (“Mr. & Mrs. Smith”), Singers Romeo Johnson and Tanyell Thomas (“I Believe”) and musician, singer and songwriter Donnell Spencer(Come On). Listening Link To Darrell Smith & Boney James “Hand In Hand” https://soundcloud.com/ darrell-laurent-smith/darrell-smith-time-andspace-04-hand-in-hand-1/s-sRTpc Darrell Smith’s musical background encompasses many styles. He began as a student studying composition and piano at the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh and pursued a Masters degree at University of Southern California before beginning his career on the touring and recording circuit. Smith has also
composed many underscore cues for television shows such as The Ellen Degeneres Show, The Bachelor, Cartoon Network, Judge Mathis and Crime Watch Daily and recently worked with Cher on her 2017 Classic Cher show and toured with Stevie Nicks’ on her successful 24 Karat Gold World Tour. On recording Time + Space, Smith says, “The soul was ready and the right support appeared, I love collaboration and collective energy and that’s one of the main reasons I started down this road. I have battled many fears and demons during my career and this album is a culmination of overcoming those hurdles. Also, I wanted to flush out the many musical ideas that I have had in the vault for some time now…I shy away from exposure and spotlight but I was compelled by some unknown force to put this work out there.” “Boney supplied me with the most rewarding and fulfilling creative experiences ever, yes ever. We click when it comes to writing and hashing out musical ideas…we trust each other’s music aptitude and relish the mystery of creating music. He is truly my creative brotha from anotha motha. Check out our handy work on “Hand In Hand.” “Ola inspires me to no end, his musicianship is one of sensitivity and master craftsmanship, his use of his voice as an instrument astounds me.” Adds Boney James, “Darrell has been a valued friend and collaborator for over 25 years. Many of my favorite tracks on my own records were co-written and played on by him.”
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Special Olympics and the Chicago Park District Break Ground on Eternal Flame of Hope CHICAGO, ILLINOIS- The Special Olympics officials recently joined the Chicago Park District at a groundbreaking ceremony held for the Eternal Flame of Hope – a permanent, 30-foot monument for Special Olympics at Soldier Field, the site of the first games 50 years ago. The Eternal Flame of Hope will be located on Soldier Field’s North Lawn, off of McFetridge Drive in Chicago. City of Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel, Chicago Park District Superintendent Mike Kelly, Special Olympics International CEO Mary Davis, Illinois Supreme Court Justice Anne Burke and four Special Olympics athletes who participated in the first games in 1968 attended a recent ceremony to celebrate the monument as a symbol of inclusion. “The Eternal Flame of Hope not only celebrates Chicago as the birthplace of the Special Olympics, it is a testament to the depth and talent of athletes who compete at the highest level every year,” Mayor Emanuel said. “The Special Olympics will always have a home in Chicago, and we are proud to support the participating athletes who showcase to the world what it means to be an Olympian,” he added. “The Chicago Park District is proud to have played a part in the founding of Special Olympics and to carry on the great legacy through the inclusive programming we run for children and adults with intellectual disabilities at more than 21 park locations across the city,” Chicago Park District Superintendent Mike Kelly said. “This monument will serve as a reminder of that first event and serve as a beacon symbolizing the potential of every individual for greatness.”
On July 20, 1968, nearly 1,000 athletes with intellectual disabilities from 26 states and Canada came together at Soldier Field for the first ever International Special Olympics Games. The event was a significant moment in a worldwide civil-rights movement for children and adults with intellectual disabilities. “The Special Olympics Flame of Hope, a symbol which is a part of Special Olympics Games, has always been a beacon lighting the way for inclusion of people with intellectual disabilities,” Special Olympics International CEO Mary Davis said. “The Eternal Flame of Hope monument will be a constant reminder that when in doubt, choose to include. The monument symbolizes the eternal hope that Special Olympics provides to athletes and their families, and in turn, the eternal hope that Special Olympics athletes provide to the world.” The idea for Special Olympics came from then 23-year-old Anne McGlone Burke, a Chicago Park District instructor who in 1967 was running a program for children with intellectual disabilities at West Pullman Park. She presented the idea of a citywide track meet to Eunice Kennedy Shriver, the Joseph P. Kennedy Foundation and City of Chicago Mayor Richard J. Daley. It was the combined resources and commitments of the Kennedy Foundation, Daley and others that led to those first games. “No matter your title or your job, whether you were a pipe fitter, a lifeguard, a teacher or a volunteer, the first International Special Olympics Games brought everyone together in a citywide effort. The
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first games created a contagious affection for these children and adults. Instead of being shut away, individuals with intellectual disabilities were finally seen for what they were and are – people with hopes, dreams and enormous potential,” Illinois Supreme Court Justice Anne Burke said. This summer, July 17-21, Chicago will again host athletes from around the world for a 50th anniversary celebration. On July 20, law enforcement officers from across the region will run alongside Special Olympics athletes in the Law Enforcement Torch Run. This 4-mile run will take place on the lakefront bike path and will conclude with the lighting of the Eternal Flame of Hope. Today, Special Olympics is a global inclusion movement that reaches 5 million athletes in 172 countries using sport, health, education and leadership programs every day around the world to empower people with intellectual disabilities. Many other events will also be taking place July 17-21. The Special Olympics Unified Cup competition at Toyota Park will include a total of 24 international soccer teams made up of athletes with and without intellectual disabilities. July 21 will represent a Global Day of Inclusion at Soldier Field, with sports activities, interactive games, exhibits, delicious food offerings and live entertainment. The week of celebrations will come to a close with a star-studded evening of inspiring entertainment at Huntington Bank Pavilion at Northerly Island. For more information about the week’s festivities please visit www. specialolympics50.org.
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