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Female District Attorneys and Judges Beat Back Trump
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hen Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis took the stand in Atlanta on Thursday, she sparred with lawyers to rebut allegations that her romantic relationship with her deputy should disqualify them from prosecuting Donald Trump for alleged election interference in Georgia. “These people are on trial for trying to steal an election in 2020. I’m not on trial, no matter how hard you try to put me on trial,” she said in response to questions from defense lawyer Ashleigh Merchant, who has led the push for her disqualification. Her plain-spoken responses, sometimes delivered in a defiant tone, were a sign of the wide latitude she was given to respond as she wished, even as the judge cautioned her not to speak over defense attorneys. Willis took the stand after fellow prosecutor and former romantic partner Nathan Wade in testimony denied allegations of financial impropriety. Lawyers for Willis' office initially opposed her testifying, but dropped their opposition when the prosecutor made a surprise entrance in the courtroom. Trump and some of his co-defendants assert that Willis should be disqualified from the prosecution due to her relationship with Wade, who they say paid for trips the two took together while Wade was being paid by Willis' office. The Georgia case is one of four criminal prosecutions that Trump is facing as he closes in on securing the Republican nomination to challenge Democratic President Joe Biden in the November election. Trump himself was in New York on Thursday where a judge scheduled a trial on charges related to hush-money payments to a porn star to start on March 25. In Donald Trump's federal election meddling case, the judge has said she will not recuse herself, despite the ex-president's requests she step aside. His legal team argued some of her past comments create a perception of bias against the former president. This is not the only accusation of bias Trump’s legal team has made. She has now ruled his lawyers failed to present evidence of those claims. Judge Tanya Chutkan is overseeing the federal case in which Mr Trump is accused of a conspiracy to overturn his 2020 election loss. Mr Trump has pleaded not guilty to the charges in the case, which is being brought by special counsel Jack Smith.
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Kai EL’ Zabar Editor-in-Chief Last month's filing by Mr Trump's lawyers did not expressly call the judge prejudiced against him, but says certain statements she has made in her court "create a perception of pre-judgment incompatible with our justice system.” In her ruling on Wednesday, Judge Chutkan said the comments cited by his legal team "certainly do not manifest a deep-seated prejudice that would make fair judgment impossible.” "It bears noting that the court has never taken the position the defense ascribes to it: that former 'President Trump should be prosecuted and imprisoned,'" Judge Chutkan wrote. "And the defense does not cite any instance of the court ever uttering those words or anything similar. In another desperate gamble by Trump Allies, House Republican Conference Chair Elise Stefanik has filed a complaint against New York Attorney General Letitia James over her multimillion-dollar civil fraud case against former President Donald Trump, according to NBC News. Stefanik, R-N.Y., alleges that James is "conducting a biased investigation and prosecution" of Trump and "attacking" him through "extrajudicial statements," her letter to the New York Committee on Professional Standards says. She also argues that James made "highly inappropriate and prejudicial comments on social media" and asks that the Attorney Grievance Committee investigate James and issue consequences, such as disbarring or suspending her. Stefanik, a staunch ally of Trump's who is seen as a potential running mate, has filed multiple ethics complaints against judges associated with cases against Trump or the January 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol. In November, she filed an ethics complaint against state Judge Arthur Engoron, who is presiding over the New York civil fraud case against Trump, and the following month she filed a complaint against U.S. District Judge Beryl Howell, based in Washington, D.C., who has overseen January 6-related cases. "While all Americans possess the right to express their opinions on matters of public interest, attorneys — particularly state attorneys general — are held to a higher standard due to their unique role as officers of the court," Stefanik said in a statement. The former president has previously claimed that James "hates" him and doesn't want him "to get elected."
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Chicago Cubs Celebrate Black History Month Pop -Up Black Art Exhibit Open to the Public at Gallagher Way
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The public is invited to view these incredible works of art at Gallagher Way for free.
n honor of Black History Month, the Chicago Cubs and Marquee Sports Network are proud to partner with The Kulture Museum and Mogul Nation Purpose Academy (Mogul Nation) on a pop-up art exhibit at Gallagher Way which will display incredible works of art created by young program participants from across the city. The pop-up will open Monday, February 19, from noon-6 p.m. CT in the Marquee Sports Network space at Gallagher Way (3643 N. Clark St.) and will run through Friday, March 15. “We are excited to align our sincere commitment with the Chicago Cubs
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and Marquee Sports Network to uplift the city's cultural heartbeat by bringing together the energy of the youth and the wisdom of seasoned artists,” said Nicole Murray, owner, The Kulture Museum. The mission of The Kulture Museum and Mogul Nation is to create a hub for holistic healing and empowerment for youth in Chicago through art. The program pairs youth from Mogul Nation and UCAN with master artists from The Kulture Museum over the course of six to eight weeks to create their artwork. The public is invited to view these incredible works of art at Gallagher Way for free. Regular hours of operation are noon-6 p.m. CT Wednesdays through
Fridays and noon-7 p.m. CT Saturdays. Tuesdays will be by appointment only. As part of the effort, The Kulture Museum and Mogul Nation will launch their first-ever silent auction which will showcase these incredible pieces of art. The silent auction will be open for the duration of the exhibit and the general public is encouraged to bid on the pieces via a QR code on-site or online, with a portion of the proceeds from the sale of the auctioned art benefiting the United Negro College Fund (UNCF). “This initiative and series of events act as a fundraiser for our youth in entrepreneurship and college funding,” said Murray. “Come visit us in person or
online, bid on art and trips, donate and participate in a few programs and workshops. Empowering and celebrating our cultural community.” The Kulture Museum is a creative community, artist working studio and gallery space to empower and celebrate the creative culture. Located at 629 W. Cermak Road, the organization hosts collaborative events that dive into the union of history, culture and transformation, supporting vital causes to impact the community. Mogul Nation provides youth ages 7-23 with entrepreneurship training and art therapy with the mission to empower the youth of Chicago.
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By Carl McCrary Contributing Writer
How Did the White House Get Its Name?
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he White House is the official residence and principal workplace of the president of the United States. Located at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW in Washington, D.C., the White House was built between 1792 and 1800 in the late Georgian architectural style. Since then, it has been the residence of every U.S. president from John Adams to Joseph Biden. The original color of the White House was gray because it was constructed from Aquia Creek sandstone. For the record, it was not painted white. The popular misconception is that the White House was painted white to cover the scorch marks left by the British soldiers who burned the president’s house on August 24, 1814, during the War of 1812.
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The truth, however, is the White House first received a lime-based whitewash in 1798 to protect its sandstone exterior from moisture and cracking during D.C.’s deep winter freezes. The term “White House” was occasionally used in newspapers and periodicals throughout the nineteenth century, but early on most journalists, citizens, and visitors referred to it as either the “President’s House” or the “Executive Mansion.” At various times in American history, the White House has also been known as the "President's Palace,” as if it were the residence of a hereditary monarch. Ultimately, it was President Theodore Roosevelt who was responsible for the White House’s current name. On October 17, 1901, President Theodore Roosevelt’s secretary George B. Cortelyou
sent a letter to Secretary of State John Hay at Roosevelt’s direction. Cortelyou asked Secretary Hay and his staff to change “the headings, or datelines, of all official papers and documents requiring his [Roosevelt’s] signature, from ‘Executive Mansion’ to ‘White House.’” Similar directives were sent to other cabinet secretaries, and Roosevelt changed the presidential stationery shortly thereafter as well. Just like that the White House became the official name of the house occupied by U.S. presidents and their families,
as well as the offices of the Executive Branch.
Separating fact from fiction
Let it be noted that in no known document is it noted that the White House had any connotation regarding the separation of races. However, Blacks were acutely aware that only white men occupied the presidency. Therefore, in conversation amongst Blacks, the “White House” meant exactly that (the house for whites), that is, until the election of
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By Stacy M. Brown
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Historic White House Gathering Celebrates Descendants of Civil Rights Icons
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n a Black History Month event at the White House on Tuesday, February 13, Vice President Kamala Harris addressed the descendants of some of the most influential civil rights leaders from the 1950s and ’60s, along with other foundational historical figures. The gathering marked the first time many of those families convened in the same room. The descendants of prominent figures such as Frederick Douglass, Harriet Tubman, Booker T. Washington, Ida B. Wells, Malcolm X, Rosa Parks, Emmett Till, Thomas Jefferson, and Sally Hemings attended. Harris praised the descendants as “extraordinary American heroes” who embody the promise of the nation and the Constitution. "They’ve passed the baton to us,” Harris remarked. Stephen K. Benjamin, the director of the White House Office of Public Engagement, outlined the administration’s initiatives, including an executive order related
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to police accountability and President Joe Biden’s signing of the law establishing Juneteenth as a federal holiday. The group, known as “The Descendants,” gathered to pay homage to their familial legacies in celebration of Black History Month. One of the coordinators, Joshua Jordison, revealed that discussions to bring this diverse group together began several years ago. “It was amazing that many of them had never met,” he said. While invitations were extended to other notable families, some could not attend due to scheduling conflicts and other factors. According to Kenneth B. Morris Jr., a descendant of Frederick Douglass and Booker T. Washington, the goal of the group is to lead the nation in a spirit of collaboration and community. “This historic event marks the beginning of coalescing the descendants’ families and like-minded leaders and organizations to catalyze transformative positive societal change amongst the most signif-
icant challenges faced by our country,” Morris emphasized. Beyond the White House reception, a series of activities were planned for the families in Washington on both Tuesday and Wednesday. The itinerary included stops at the U.S. Capitol, the Lincoln Memorial, the Supreme Court, and a tour of the Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History and Culture. Additionally, there were dinners and opportunities for group dialogue. Ernestine “Tina” Martin Wyatt, a greatgreat-great-grandniece of Harriet Tubman, was among those to express excitement about meeting the descendants of fellow freedom fighters. “It’s an equal collaboration. We are all coming together,” Wyatt asserted. Nearly 100 other guests, including members of the Congressional Black Caucus and administration officials, attended the event. Representative Terri Sewell (D-Ala.), a featured speaker, commended the families for their personal sacrifices and tireless
work to preserve and protect their ancestors’ legacies. “At a time when our fundamental freedoms are once again under attack, we are grateful to President Biden not only for convening this event but for his commitment to furthering the progress that our foremothers and forefathers fought and died to achieve,” Sewell stated.
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Part II John Sengstacke, The National Newspaper Publishers Association
Chicago Mayor Martin H. Kennelly, left in car, and Chicago Defender publisher John Sengstacke attend the Bud Billiken Parade in 1948.
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ohn Sengstacke was an American newspaper publisher and owner of the largest chain of Black-oriented newspapers in the United States. In addition to his business responsibilities, Sengstacke was also a civil rights activist. He founded the National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA) in 1940, to unify and strengthen Black-owned papers. At that point, the NNPA boasted 200 members throughout the U.S. Sengstacke went on to serve seven terms as president of the association. Robert Abbott, founder of the Chicago Defender, was clear that his nephew Sengstacke was his chosen heir to take over the company. When Abbott passed away in 1940, Sengstacke tried to seize the reins. However, his role was challenged by Edna Abbott, his uncle's widow, and he had to fight a court battle for 10 years before finally gaining control of the newspaper company. Throughout that period, the Defender never missed an issue. That Abbott had groomed Sengstacke to take over the paper should have been evident. He paid for his neph-
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ew's college education at his alma mater – the Hampton Institute. He hired Sengstacke to work at the paper during his summers off from school. After completing his undergraduate studies in 1934, Abbott subsidized his nephew's additional studies at the Mergenthaler Linotype School, the Chicago School of Printing, Northwestern University, and Ohio State University. Soon after, Abbott appointed Sengstacke as vice president and general manager of his publishing company in 1936. One of the biggest secrets in the newspaper publishing industry is that Sengstacke also published the Michigan Chronicle in Detroit; the Tri-State Defender in Memphis, Tennessee; and acquired the Pittsburgh Courier in 1966, re–opening it the next year as the New Pittsburgh Courier. He was creating a portfolio of the country’s leading Black newspapers to strengthen the power of the Black voice. In doing so, he set a precedent that no other Black-owned publisher has ever repeated. Even presidents deferred to Sengstacke because of his editorial reach and influence in the Black community. Together, he and President Franklin D. Roosevelt worked to have Black reporters admitted to presidential press conferences for the first time. He also worked
to persuade the president to expand opportunities for Blacks in the federal government. Considerable discrimination was taking place due to the political power of what his uncle and predecessor had referred to as the “oppressive South.” Due to their disenfranchisement of Black people, white conservative Southern Democrats had strong influence in Congress. Sengstacke nevertheless pressed for opportunities for Black people in the postal service and beyond. For instance, his push to desegregate the armed forces. He was supported by President Harry Truman, who named Sengstacke to the commission he formed in 1948 to weigh integrating the military. In 1956, Sengstacke turned the Defender from a weekly into a daily to keep up with changing market conditions. The paper did more than report on Black progress – it set the public narrative. At that time, the Defender was still the nation's largest Black-owned daily paper. In late 1967, Sengstacke purchased the Pittsburgh Courier, a financially ailing Black newspaper, which had achieved a national reputation during the 1930s and 1940s. He continued to be a leader in establishing and em-
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powering Black journalists. In 1974, he appointed Hazel Garland as the editor-in-chief of the New Pittsburgh Courier, making her the first Black woman to oversee a national newspaper. When asked about his decision, Sengstacke replied, “I have supreme confidence in Hazel, and believe that she will continue to do a great job as editor-in-chief as she did as city editor. She has proven herself over the many years of dedication to the Courier and the Negro cause. She will be a guiding force in leading this paper to bigger and better things in the future.” Two years later, the paper won the John B. Russwurm Award for the best national Black newspaper. In Chicago, he led a drive to build Provident Hospital. After it closed, he worked to have it reopened and modernized as Cook County Hospital. Sengstacke died in 1997 at age 84. In 2000, he was posthumously awarded the Presidential Citizens Medal by President Bill Clinton.
Bill Garth, The Citizen Newspapers
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oday, the Citizen Newspaper, which was established in 1969 by Congressman Gus Savage, is synonymous with the name William Garth, Sr., who had first worked as an advertising sales executive at the paper. In 1980, Garth purchased Chatham Citizen, Southend Citizen, and Chicago Weekend. His desire to expand never ended. In 1984, he purchased the South Suburban Citizen and the Hyde Park Citizen newspapers to become the largest Blackowned newspaper chain in the Midwest. He also founded Garthco Publications, which published PUSH Maga-
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zine, a bi-monthly national publication in collaboration with Jesse Jackson Jr.’s Operation PUSH. Before the intended displacement of Blacks from the now defunct low-income housing, Chicago’s population was close to 50 percent Black and tipped the vote to Harold Washington in the 1983 mayoral race. It was during that moment that the Citizen had effectively reached its market peak, with a total circulation of 121,000 and a weekly readership of more than 400,000. The circulation covered Chicago’s South and West Sides, as well as the South Suburbs. Garth's business acumen was recognized when he was the first Black person elected as president of the Illinois Press Association (IPA). The IPA is the state's largest newspaper association and the office trade organization for Illinois’s weekly and daily newspapers. Garth was only the second Black person in the nation elected president of a statewide press association. Garth was also a committed activist and civic leader in the business community. In 1995, Garth founded the Quentis Bernard Garth (QBG) Foundation in memory of his youngest son. The QBG still provides scholarships to disenfranchised, inner-city youth in Chicago. He also served on the transition team for IDOT Dan Ryan Project, was a board member of the Rainbow/PUSH Coalition, a life-time member of the NAACP, and a member of the Chatham Lions Club. Garth received numerous local and national awards and honors, including getting to carry the torch in Chicago during the 2002 Olympic Torch Relay. Sadly, Garth passed away in 2016 at age 78. His legacy lives on, though. The Chicago Citizen Newspaper Group Inc. still publishes five newspapers.
Hermene Hartman, N'DIGO Magapaper
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e would be remiss if we did not include Hermene Hartman, whose N'DIGO Magapaper featured Reverend Willie Barrow on its first cover. It was a bold move for a Black female publisher to put the “Little Warrior” on the paper’s first cover. Was that an intentional message? To some, it was loud and clear. To others, it was a shout out that was subtle, yet still powerful.
Before joining the position of one among not enough Black women in publishing, Hartman was born and raised in Chicago. Her move to the publishing industry came after writing an article as a contributor to the Sun-Times during Black History month. As someone who always spoke her mind, Hartman had written some things that the paper’s editors chose to leave out. That disturbed her deeply. Both working at the City Colleges at the time, she voiced her dissatisfaction to me with what had been edited out of her article and asked, “Do you think Chicago can handle another Black owned paper?” My response, “absolutely,” and went on to provide the reasons why. Hartman immediately acted on her gut response to publish her own work. When the first copy came hot off the press, it was received and embraced with great fondness by the public even though they had no idea what a magapaper was. Soon after her tenure at the City Colleges ended, she turned her focus to presenting reality-based representations of Black people, rather than caricatures portrayed in mainstream media. It was clear that the mainstream had chosen to tell our stories of strife and woe. We took a page out of John H. Johnson’s notebook and took control of our narrative choosing to write about the many stories that we have to celebrate. All new businesses have unique origin stories – Johnson’s began by borrowing $500 with his mother’s furniture as collateral. Hartman met with a select group of three people – David Smallwood, Derrick Baker, and me – extending an invitation to be part of a brave new venture. We committed at her invitation to work as contributors for a year with no pay and after that with our sweat equity solidified, we’d move forward. All three of us had worked for other media outlets – Smallwood and Baker had worked for the Sun-Times, and I had worked for Elan/Elancee and the Defender. Hartman’s controversial publisher’s page garnered mixed opinions, as she presented her views and social commentary about the issues confronting the Black community. Baker’s “The Way I See It” column could not have been more different. "Magapaper" described the publication perfectly -- it was designed in a magazine format on newsprint and
presented features, news, profiles, business information and other contemporary topics that reflected the interests of the city’s upwardly mobile and evolving Black middle class. The more visible the paper became the more people loved it. All eyes were on it. That attracted interest from folks with money and opportunities, Hartman was presented with a slew of choices. She negotiated with the Sun-Times to have N’DIGO distributed as an insert, which expanded its reach. However, at some point she made an executive decision to identify drop-off locations in our communities and Black-owned businesses, which was a better plan because it created jobs for Black-owned distributors. Not long after, the Tribune approached Hartman. After an aggressive pursuit, she decided to engage in a collaborative relationship with one of the top newspapers in the country. That relationship afforded N’DIGO the opportunity to grow and flourish on so many levels. It became clear that mainstream media, and other upscale businesses were watching us and learning the who’s who in our community. That partnership also allowed N’DIGO to increase its drop off locations, placing papers in stands throughout downtown. While Hartman was pursuing her MBA, she managed to get the paper’s distribution certified, which stepped up advertising interest. Many major ad agencies only did business with newspapers and magazines that could prove their distribution, so that was a game changer. N’DIGO garnered a cult following in the years since. Young aspiring journalists, photographers, designers, and public-relation types all clamored to intern at the publication with a proven circulation of 250,000 citywide. Today, N’DIGO has archived some of its best profile covers as a book, titled “N’DIGO Profiles,” and continues to thrive as an online publication. Looking back with great fondness, Hartman’s greatest accomplishment was her ability to recognize skills that complemented her own. She established a brilliant team of talented people and together pulled off a magnificent representation of Black people. Notes/Instructions: Darnell use the following as directed unless they don't work
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Zada Johnson, Ph.D. Contributing Writer
New Exhibit Celebrates Iconic Artist Faith Ringgold
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hronicling the amazing sixty year career of Black artist and author Faith Ringgold, “The Faith Ringgold: American People” traveling exhibit is wrapping up its Chicago stop at the Museum of Contemporary Art this week. The exhibit includes nearly 150 objects from her extensive catalog including paintings, original prints, textile art, soft sculpture, quilts, and mixed media work. Ringgold was born in Harlem during the latter years of the Harlem Renaissance. Growing up in the same neighborhood as cultural luminaries Duke Ellington and Langston Hughes (and Malcolm Little before he became Malcolm X), she took an early interest in visual arts and sewing through the encouragement of her mother. Aa a young college student, Ringgold was denied the opportunity to major in art with an explanation from her university that they did not offer that degree to women. As an alternate choice she chose arts education and taught in the New York public school system by day while she pursued her dream of being an artist at night. Throughout her career, she stretched the boundaries of what gets defined as high art and consistently advocated for the inclusion of African-American and women artists in mainstream arts spaces. The retrospective exhibit traces the major periods of Ringgold’s work, highlighting her perspectives on American identity, race relations, Black cultural pride, and the empowerment of women. The first section of the exhibition features her early oil paintings from the American People (of which the larger exhibition is named) and Black Light series. In these works, Ringgold explores the race and gender divisions of the 1960s through bold but somber portraits of Black and white people she encountered in her experiences as a young teacher. The gallery label describes this period as a time when Ringgold was often one of few Black women in the spaces where she worked and created art. As a result, the somberness of these early works reveal the racial tensions that she experienced in her young adult life. A standout in this section is “U.S. Postage
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Stamp Commemorating The Advent of Black Power,” a wall sized installation of Black and White faces with the words “Black Power” and “White Power” interwoven through the images, signaling the racial tensions and injustices that would give rise to the Black Power Movement. Along with her political consciousness,
porating craft-based techniques (sewing, looming, tapestry) that were often perceived as “women’s work” as a way of elevating women’s artistic practice. The next section of the exhibit is dedicated to Ringgold’s career-long activism, beginning with her 1968 protest against the exclusion of Black and women artists
this section of the exhibit also features her innovative technical approaches to color theory. In the Black Light series, Ringgold strategically uses bold black, dark green, blue, red, and gray pigments to better illuminate the brown complexions of her subjects on the canvas. Following her early paintings, the exhibit offers a striking display of her early textile and figurative sculptures. The life-like fabric and mixed media figures from her Feminine series are reminiscent of West African Egungun and Gelede masquerade dancers, reflecting her deep inspiration from non-Western art traditions during that time. This period also marks the moment that she began incor-
at the Whitney Museum of American Art. This section displays protest posters that she created, including a 1971 Free Angela poster which protested the incarceration of Black Power activist Angela Davis. The activism section also includes wall-sized images of Ringgold participating in various protest activities and media stations where visitors can listen to her interviews. The remaining rooms of the exhibit are dedicated to Ringgold’s breathtaking quilt work, the medium she is most known for. Similar to her other textile work, her focus on quilting elevates the craft-based traditions commonly associated with women and challenges the no-
tions that these traditions don’t qualify as fine art. Within the quilting medium, Ringgold is a pioneer of the “story quilt” form that merges visual imagery with written text. A well known example and major highlight of the exhibit is “Tar Beach,” the first of her story quilts that was adapted into a children’s book. In addition to the quilt, the exhibit also features the original panels that Ringgold illustrated for the book, a true treat for those who grew up with her work as young readers. The vast selection of quilts in this part of the exhibit also include heavy themes such as racism, slavery and domestic abuse. The empowerment of women’s voices in these works is apparent in Ringgold’s masterful use of striking visual imagery and written text. She also uses the narrative quilt form to subvert the marginalizing white male cannon of fine arts. Among these is “The Sunflowers Quilting Bee at Arles” from her French Collection where a quilting bee of iconic Black women, including Ida B. Wells, Rosa Parks, and Harriet Tubman, takes place within Van Gogh’s “Sunflowers” (an amusing image of Van Gogh himself offers the ladies sunflowers as they work). Longtime fans and newcomers alike will certainly appreciate “Faith Ringgold: American People” for its deep exploration of the indelible mark she has made in arts and Black culture. The exhibit runs through February 25 at the Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago, 220 E. Chicago Ave.
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n today’s world things appear to be in
judgment) based on an understanding of the facts
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of the situation. For instance, "Twenty-six young
don’t get it right. You can fall flat on
adults participated after giving informed consent."
your face – either down the rabbit hole
Chicago News Media is a staunch advocate for the
or simply off the face of planet earth.
importance of an informed community. The signif-
Ignorance is not bliss, lack of knowl-
icance and value of living in a democracy rest on
edge is stifling, and being uniformed
this foundation. When you have an informed com-
is dangerous. Let’s examine the differences between
munity there emerges an informed constituency.
those terms, as well as their overlap and impact.
That translates into voters who make better choices
“Ignant” is slang for so ignorant that the individu-
in city, county, state, and national elections, which
al expressing it believes what they have made up to
creates more good for the whole.
be true. It refers to one’s lack of knowledge, infor-
In the last 30 to 40 years, perhaps longer, we have
mation or fact as reflected in their vocal and actual
failed as a nation to prepare our future generations
demonstrated behavior.
to be responsible adults who contribute to their
“Ignorance” is a lack of knowledge, education, or
communities, their country and the world by be-
awareness.
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immersed, making everything about the individual
or understanding of the facts.
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By Clover Lee Staff Writer
Jaafar Jackson Transforms Into Uncle Michael Jackson on Set of New Biopic
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t’s been a long time coming, but a Michael Jackson biopic has finally been greenlit, with an expected release date of 2025. Wow, what a movie to look forward to seeing. Regardless of the controversy that surrounds MJ, as Michael was often referred to in the press and by fans, he was a complex genius. Like those before him — Judy Garland, for instance — he led a very lonely personal life. Perhaps this movie will shed new light on the inner workings of his mind and art. The added good news is that the late King of Pop’s nephew Jaafar Jackson will portray him in the biopic, which also stars Nia Long and Colman Domingo. The family genes breed talent, certainly, but Michael was Michael. Jaafar has big shoes to fill as he takes on the role of his uncle. In the years since Michael’s untimely demise 14 years ago, many actors have taken on the challenge of playing the iconic pop star in movies made for television, Broadway musicals, and music videos. Last year, “MJ: The Musical” premiered starring a white actor. In the comedy series “Urban Myths,” Joseph Fiennes was chosen to portray Michael Jackson, but the reviews were mixed. Jaafar, who is only 27, will portray the King of Pop with the blessing of his family. Having grown up in Michael’s presence probably gave him front-runner status — he’s been around his father Jermaine Jackson and his talented uncles all his life. No doubt other actors must study the nuances of Michael’s behavior and gestures, but Jaafar, on the other hand, has the advantage of having eternalized them by osmosis. And then there’s the uncanny resemblance between the two — the similar intonation and cadence of their voices. Jaafar was spotted on set dressed as Michael in a white dress shirt with a black tie, black pants, high white socks, and black shoes. He was also captured rocking a brown cross-body bag, as he stood in a doorway beside Long, now 53, who’ll portray Michael’s mother Katherine Jackson in the film. Antione Fuqua, who is directing the
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biopic, says, “the late iconic vocalist, dancer and songwriter‘s spirit shows in his nephew’s performance…[it’s] magical.” “We have assembled an incredible team of artists for this project — hair and makeup, costumes, cinematography, choreography, lighting, everything — and some who knew and worked with Michael are reuniting for this film," Fuqua continued. "But most importantly, it's Jaafar who embodies Michael. It goes beyond the physical resemblance. It’s Michael’s spirit that comes through in a magical way. You have to experience it to believe it," he added. Lionsgate is backing the project by Fuqua and producer Graham King. King, a seasoned hand at biopics with the Oscar-winning film “Bohemian Rhapsody” about the life of Queen frontman Freddy Mercury already under his belt, is producing along with John Branca and John McClain, who are the co-executors of the Michael Jackson estate. John Logan, who penned smash-hits like “Gladiator" and “The Aviator,” wrote the script for “Michael.” The first-look image of Jackson was captured by photographer Kevin Mazur, who said, "When I arrived for my first day on the set of this movie, I was so excited — it was like the first time I went on tour to shoot Michael Jackson." "When I walked onto the set, I felt like I’d gone back in time, and I was walking into the stadium to shoot the tour. Seeing Jaafar perform, I thought, 'Wow, it is Michael,'" Mazur added. "The way he looks and acts, his mannerisms, everything — he's Michael Jackson. For anyone who is a die-hard Michael Jackson fan, they will feel and witness the familial continuity of talent by his performance."
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Dollars & Sense By Dr. Sanja Rickette Stinson CNW Columnist
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ately, I’ve been completely devoted to empowering professional women who hold onto faith-based values while on their entrepreneurial journey. Whether they’re in the stages of building, strengthening, or boldly stepping forward to disrupt the status quo in their profit or nonprofit business ventures, my commitment remains unwavering. I’ve also made it a point to invest time in studying the pivotal role of emotional intelligence (otherwise known as emotional quotient or EQ). To be candid, the topic hadn’t previously garnered much of my attention. However, as I delved into it, I’ve come to recognize its paramount significance for achieving success, especially among women who are either embarking on or fully embracing their entrepreneurial passions. While some readers may perceive this column as controversial, my intentions are for it to be more educational than prescriptive. In this column, we will delve into the substantial role emotional intelligence plays in women’s entrepreneurial journey, and how significantly it contributes to their success. Part Two or the series will further examine the prevalent stereotypes that suggest women are
The Emotional Intelligence of Successful Entrepreneurs more emotional than men in professional settings. In Part Three, I will dispel the misconceptions surrounding the idea that emotional intelligence is limited by gender. Additionally, I will explore how we can all learn to challenge existing norms, systems, beliefs, and practices in order to foster positive change. It is important to note that as a lifelong learner, I am presently studying and learning more about this topic, not ever claiming to be an expert in this field. So, EQ involves our capacity to identify, comprehend, regulate, and adeptly utilize emotions within ourselves and in our interactions with others. It can be defined as a collection of abilities or characteristics that empower individuals to effectively comprehend and navigate emotions, whether their own or when engaging in others. In essence, EQ encompasses self-awareness, self-regulation, empathy, motivation, and social skills. It plays a crucial role in personal and professional success. For women, EQ is particularly important: Here are just a few reasons why: 1. Heightened Self-Awareness: Empowering women to make choices that align with their values and goals, both in their professional lives and entrepreneur-
ial pursuits. This heightened self-awareness enables women to recognize their individuality, strengths, and areas for potential growth. 2. Leadership: EQ is a cornerstone for women, equipping team to lead with empathy, inspire their teams, and foster inclusive and supportive environments. For faith-based women, it enables them to guide and nature the spiritual growth of the individuals they serve. 3. Motivation: Women with strong EQ are frequently driven by a deep sense of purpose and personal growth, rather than being solely motivated by external rewards. This empowerment enables them to maintain their focus on their faith-based mission or professional goals, irrespective of external pressures. 4. Self-Regulation: Entrepreneurship, whether in a professional or faith-based context, is known for its highs and lows, often resembling an emotional rollercoaster. This journey frequently involves navigating high-pressure situations. EQ equips women with the ability to effectively manage their emotions, maintain composure during stressful times, and makes rational decisions. This empowerment enables them to exhibit resilience in the face of challenges and setbacks. EQ is a universal concept, meaning it
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is not inherently different for individuals of different ethnic or racial backgrounds. Cultural factors indeed play a pivotal role in this discourse encompassing elements like family dynamics and cultural value, which significantly influence how individuals perceive and convey their emotions. In the entrepreneurial context, it’s important to acknowledge that Black women entrepreneurs may encounter distinct challenges related to systemic inequality, limited access to resources, and unique cultural dynamics. These factors can significantly impact how they navigate their entrepreneurial journey. Consequently, their EQ becomes a vital asset in effectively addressing these challenges and establishing meaningful connections within their community. What we know for sure about EQ, it empowers women in their personal and entrepreneurial journeys by providing them with the emotional skills and qualities necessary to make informed decisions, build strong relationships, lead effectively, and stay resilient in the face of adversity. Whether in faith-based or professional contexts, EQ enhances their ability to align their actions with their values and goals, ultimately leading to greater personal and professional success.
Healthy Living
Gerald L. Cooke, MD, FACP, CIME CNW Columnist
very year people journey to their doctor to gain insight into one’s own health. The encounter begins with a medical history, physical examination, and followed by a laboratory evaluation. The “medical encounter” by the provider [which is either a physician, nurse practioner (NP) or physician assistant (PA)] is finally discussed with recommendations for the individual to follow over the next 6 to 12 months provided there are no significant abnormalities. The real question, however, is what does this really mean? The initial history given by the patient is meant to determine the presence of risk factors as well as the identification of conditions or diseases that the patient may have acquired over time. This is followed by a gathering of habits and lifestyle factors that may be contributing to the conditions and inclusively setting a game plan that one should undertake to improve one’s health and even health outlook. How should you, however, interpret and gain from this encounter?
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First, the understanding of what is a chronic disease? One definition as by Wikipedia: A chronic condition is a health condition or disease that is persistent or otherwise long-lasting in its effects or a disease that comes with time. The term chronic is often applied when the course of the disease lasts for more than three months. Such conditions typically do not come overnight. They are influenced significantly by a culmination of factors to include genetics, environmental and lifestyle factors which in general render one more acceptable as one ages. Simply put, chronic conditions are also referred to as chronic conditions of aging. Second, what are the factors that limit me from achieving my best health? We have always heard about the benefits of exercise and decreasing our stress levels which are well recognized and reported in medical literature. People often do not understand the relationship between obtaining and maintaining good health via what they put into their mouth on a daily basis. The ability to use food as the best medicine is not given its proper kudos and too often not discussed enough in the
medical visit. Additionally, the impact of sleep and what it does for the body is often overlooked. Key to the understanding of the benefits of the forementioned is knowing the tremendous capacity for the body to heal. The body has many mechanisms by which it attempts to repair itself when encountering injury of which food (nutrient dense, non-inflammatory) and sleep are fundamental. This is complemented with activity and a reduction of stress. When the processes are disturbed or over time the body’s ability to fix itself starts to wane then comes the onset of a chronic disease. The beauty however is that a chronic disease does not have to be chronic. Remember, the body can heal. It heals when you provide the right pieces for it to do its job.
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Living Chicago
Cook County Coal-tar Ban Looking to Become a Sealed Deal
ities. According to MuckRock, a news site that publishes on government accountability, Koppers emits more cancer-linked chemicals than any other facility in Cook County. The company's factory is a habitual violator of environmental regulations ranging from chemical dumping to air pollution control violations. Complaints of headaches, nausea and respiratory distress have been reported related to the noxious plumes emitted from the coaltar manufacturing process. Even with over 50 violations in the past two decades, not much has changed. Residents have been putting pressure on local elected officials and state agencies like Illinois EPA, which regulates air permits in the state to help address environmental concerns. The issue has been referred to the Illinois Attorney General’s office for legal intervention. Policies are only worthwhile if they are understood and enforced. While Cicero is waiting for relief, public school districts, public schools and licensed daycare businesses received guidance about the Coal-Tar Sealant Disclosure Act. The act requires disclosure and a process for identifying if coal-tar sealants are being used on properties. It does not, however, restrict usage of coal-tar products outright. Rather it requires advance notification via phone or in writing with details of why an alternative was not selected and steps being taken to limit exposure.
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By Mila K. Marshall, PhD CNW Staff Editor lthough the aesthetics of asphalt can be important for homeowners, repaved driveways, parking lots, and playgrounds could be exposing you to cancer-causing chemicals. Asphalt pavement creates smooth and even groundwork, which can increase property values. Sealed asphalt is durable and easy to repair making it attractive to owners looking for long-lasting, cost-effective solutions. Some sealants are a problem, though, because of the coal tar used to make them. According to the Environmental Protection Agency, coal tar is a byproduct of the steel industry. Some states have already banned the sale and use of coaltar sealants because the products contain very high levels of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs), some of which are well known carcinogens. Washington was the first to initiate a statewide ban in 2011. Currently Illinois has no such state law, leaving residents and contractors responsible for choosing not to use coal-tar products. Cities that have
effectively banned coal-tar sealants include Deerfield, Evanston, Glenview, Highland Park, Lockport, Mt Prospect, North Barrington, Northbrook, Port Barrington, Riverwoods, Rolling Meadows, South Barrington, Third Lake, Tower Lakes, Vernon Hills, Warrenville, Wilmette, and Winnetka. Local environmentalists of Sierra Club Illinois Chapter shared a post on X, formerly known as Twitter, urging the public to learn about a new proposed ordinance spearheaded by Cook Coun-
ty Commissioner Maggie Trevor of the 9th district which would eliminate the sale and use of toxic pavement products in Cook County. On February 29th the Cook County Board will vote on whether to ban cancer-causing sealants. The city of Cicero, Illinois may arguably be the biggest winners if this ordinance passes. Koppers is a 102-year-old plant that converts tar waste from steel into refined tar. The plant sits right on the border of Cicero and the village of Stickney, both Cook County municipal-
traordinary things Works PubPEACE PLANTERS Honored Affairs that they do.” To lic point, for ex- Firm, Naomi Chicago Living Legacy 2024 Award her ample, imagine the Davis, CEO
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s the Chicago Living Legacy Award Committee dawns a new year and the third installment of its Awardees with excitement to share the works of those chosen to represent this year’s theme and purpose as Peace Planters because it is “Our honor to do so,” says Senabella Gill, the annual event conceptualist. She continues, “Seizing a moment in time to recognize these highly respected award recipients is invaluable.” The Chicago Living Legacy 2024 honorees are ‘Sowers’ to be acknowledged as Peace Planters in our communities. They are those who plant and nurture the seeds that they sow to produce outcomes that contribute to the growth, evolution, and eventual transformations, within our communities for their advancement through their tireless sacrifices to realize their vision for change. Senabella says, that the concept was born out of the failure or lack of acknowledgment of those whose work is so important that it has become the backdrop of our daily lives so much that we don’t think about the ex-
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garbage collector who collects our trash, waste, and all that we throw away. We don’t think about them and yet they provide a tremendous service to our communities. If they stopped we’d know immediately based on the impact that it would have. She says, “We’re talking about the invisible, those who affect change all day every day, and are not appreciated because what they do is taken for granted. From the musicians to the educators, etc. So CLL steps outside of that limited line of sight and examines the work and accomplishments of those who work passionately to make a better world. “We acknowledge those whose work reflects the harvest of their courage demonstrated through their success and desire to empower future generations who follow in their footsteps resulting from the seeds planted to bloom through their mentorship,” says Senabella. She shared the idea and concept with Alicia Bunton, Assistant Vice President, Community Affairs. Office of Community Affairs and Outreach Programs and a collaboration was born. This year’s awardees are Dr. Carol Adams, President of Urban Prescriptives, Inc., Tony Carpenter, Urban Percussionist, Delmarie Cobb, owner of the Publicity
of Blacks in Green, Yvette Moyo, Driven Entrepreneur and South Side Drive Magazine publisher, Prof, Daniel Parker, Educator, Art Collec2023 Honoree Cheryl Mainor Norman, tor, and au- Senabella Gill and Kai ELZabar thor, Ronald T. Vasser, Emmy Award-winning Producer and Television Director, and Dr. Delece Williams founder of Kidz Korna. They will be recognized for their expertise in contributing to and making a difference in our community and the Greater Chicago Community of Humanities, Arts, Culture, and Business Development on Saturday, February 24, 2024, at the Illinois Institute of Technology Schultz Auditorium, where they will be inscribed on CLL’s charter for their historical and extraordinary community service.
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By Mila K. Marshall, PhD CNW Cannabis Corner Editor
Cannabis Corner
Cannabis
High Hopes Dashed
The Unfair Distribution of Cannabis Dispensaries and Arrests
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epending on where you live, legal cannabis may not be so convenient to buy. For South Siders, there aren’t too many places to legally purchase pot. The cannabis industry has been slow to roll out the equity benefits to communities impacted by the war on drugs. In 2020, a scathing Chicago Tribune article presented the double standards inherent in such a segregated city. Disparities in access to legal weed is a compelling argument for justifying possession of the plant. However, what social cues suggest is much deeper than not having access to a state-approved seller. Marijuana as a taxable commodity should be used to create a sustainable source of tax revenue to subsidize a myriad of solutions for the very communities harmed due to the heavy-handed criminal justice policies of the past. Most dispensaries are located north of Madison Street. On the North Side, there are over two dozen brick and mortar establishments where you can buy bud. Yet for most of the South Side of Chicago, these are few and far between. Of the 28 cannabis businesses identified by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, City of Chicago and other resources, only six cannabis dispensaries are on the South Side of the city. This dank desert leaves many who were supposed to benefit from policies legalizing marijuana’s sale at a disadvantage when it comes to purchasing and consuming. Data on the City of Chicago Data Portal also shows 194 cannabis arrests between January 1 and February 9 of 2024. Almost half of the arrests were for manufacturing and delivery. Nearly one third of those arrests are in three of the city's 50 wards. Leading the city in cannabis arrests for 2024 is the 28th Ward, with 28 arrests in just 40 days. Ald. Jason Ervin (28th) has been a champion for supporting equitable cannabis and ensuring the voices of community members are not muted in marijuana development. The other 34 arrests were split nearly in half between the 6th
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Ward and the 16th. All three wards are in Disproportionately Impacted Areas (DIAs), identified by the state law. DIAs receive social equity provisions in the form of reduced fees for cannabis state licenses. They are also areas that have had increased rates of cannabis incarcerations, as well as high rates of poverty and unemployment. Illinois has some of the most expensive marijuana in the nation. So although Illinois is creeping towards an inclusive industry for entrepreneurs, the illicit market is still more affordable for many. According to the 2023 Annual Cannabis Report, the top reason people gave for purchasing or possessing illegal products was the higher prices at the dispensaries, not having a medical marijuana card, most dispensaries were located too far away, or the need for an official ID. Lastly, some people found the quality of weed lower on the legal market. But the more bud bought, the bigger the bank for low-interest loans and grants for justice-impacted communities. While Illinois has been transparent on the allocation of cannabis tax dollars, Chicago has been less so. Twenty three of the city's 50 wards are either completely or majority DIAs, but there have been few resources allocated to addressing cannabis issues. As it is still illegal to consume on public property, in vehicles, or on sidewalks, the decriminalization of cannabis on some level doesn’t always positively impact existing Chicagoans. Communities are still being policed due to the structure of state, county and city legislation and ordinances. To date Chicago has no legal delta-9 THC cannabis consumption lounges nor delivery services. As for the estimated $5.7 million in cannabis tax revenue, those dollars are allocated to the city’s corporate funds. With no special committee on cannabis, no cannabis specific leadership in City Hall, nor a place where local advocates can help shape equitable ordinances, Black Chicagoans may continue to find themselves at odds with the legal industry.
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Food & Wine
A Vibrant Punch of Emerald Green The Best Pesto Ever
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he Italians are masters at creating the best tasting comfort food. Pasta is hands down one of the most filling and fulfilling food ingredients. The next, for me, would be rice. So, after eating all those red sauces the question becomes: is pesto secretly the world's perfect pasta sauce? Quite pos-
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sible. What I am sure of is that this broccoli pesto pasta recipe is all about balance. The sharp kick of garlic, salty Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, fragrant fresh basil, and good olive oil mixed together makes pesto a near perfect sauce. If you have any doubts, that first herby bite will cancel those, and you will be well on your way to finish your entire serving. This broccoli pesto recipe offers up a delicious blend of broccoli florets that are whizzed right into the pesto sauce itself, adding an even more vibrant punch of emerald-green to the sauce, as well as a serious nutritional boost. Yep, nutrition is important for that perfect balance presented here. In addition to being a great source of fiber, this dark green member of the brassica family boasts lots of vitamins A and C, as well as some iron, calcium, and potassium. Blended into a
classic pesto along with some of the pasta cooking water, broccoli gives this pesto sauce just a bit of creaminess and a lot more oomph. Why Adding Pasta Water to Sauce is like Magic If you’re like most folks, except for the Italian born, you probably toss your pasta cooking water when finished. But I’m begging you to save and add it to your pasta sauce. After you taste the sauce and enjoy the rich texture, you’ll never toss out that pasta water again. First note — boil your pasta in water that is generously salted. According to many chefs, it should “have the salinity of the sea.” Once you’ve cooked your pasta to a perfect al dente doneness (when the pasta is firm to the bite), the water will have become rather starchy. Starchiness? That’s a great, great thing. So, instead of draining your cooked pasta through a colander and losing all that pasta water, lift the finished pasta out with a slotted spoon and place in a bowl. The remaining starchy, seasoned water when added to your sauce emulsifies with whatever fat your pasta sauce may have. In this broccoli pesto recipe, it is with the olive oil and Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, which will make the sauce creamy without needing to add any actual cream and all those extra calories.
How to Make Broccoli Pesto Pasta
This broccoli pesto pasta recipe is a culinary thing of beauty. A stock pot of boiling water does double-duty by saving you a step, plus the simple ingredients come together to make a healthy, satisfying supper everyone can feel good about. The following direc-
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tions provide a step-by-step breakdown of how to make this easy, healthy pasta recipe. 1. Prep all your broccoli pesto ingredients—rinse the basil leaves, grate your Parmigiano-Reggiano, and peel your garlic. 2. Bring a big pot of salted water to a boil. 3. Add the broccoli. After two minutes, remove the florets, and add your pasta. 4. While the pasta cooks, make the pesto. Blend the broccoli, basil, garlic, pine nuts, extra virgin olive oil, salt and Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese until it’s nice and smooth. 5. When the pasta is done, scoop out a cup of that liquid gold (a.k.a. pasta water) and add it slowly to the pesto, as you blend it a bit more. 6. Toss the pasta with the broccoli pesto and dig in. Finally, this pasta is perfect alongside some lemon or shredded chicken.
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By C.L. Blackburn Staff Writer
Springing in the Soft Shoe
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oday, it’s all about the trends—sort of. Trends are certainly a thing, but they are more so guidelines for the true fashionista. A trend is what's hip or popular at a certain point in time. While a trend usually refers to a certain style in fashion or entertainment, the term is not limited to those fields – for instance, if
people are following trends associated with global warming. To be clear, fashionistas are the trendsetters. Designers may do the design, but if the men and women who showcase the fashion do not respond positively to a style, it can very well flop. Yes, there are plenty of trends and aesthetics going viral on the internet at any given moment. For instance, the recent fan favorite is balletcore, which has been particularly difficult to ignore. And more specifically, the enduring trend that is the ballet flat. In 2023, the simple shoe escalated to the top of our must-have lists and has held us at Willis Towers-height suspension ever since. One thing we know for sure is that women have opted out of the stiletto for casual life moments and moved towards the comfort of the ground shoe. So this spring, instead of lacing up your go-to pairs of sneakers day in and day out, the graceful, comfortable shoe is a seam-
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less (and chic) swap for its predecessor – the original ballet dance shoe. This year it is not just any ballet flat, mind you. To be clear, gravitate towards a pair of Mary Janes. Mary Jane ballet flats are those constructed with a strap – or two or three – that arcs across the top of the foot. Flirtatious and practical all at once, the shoe has grown beyond its sugary sweet roots, which were never thought of or intended for a grown woman’s feet, to become a staple outfit piece for stylish women everywhere. It was a step forward when Chicago women took their heels off and switched into athletic shoes to walk the concrete jungle streets to and from work. Now, Windy City women have upgraded the shoe of comfort from sneakers to the feminine flat. With spring fast on our heels and even warmer weather on the horizon, our readiness to get out of the house and do just about anything and everything better, a practical fashionable shoe is the perfect choice. The ballet flat makes great sense because it is attractive, feminine, and sexy, while still comfortable enough to do all that is re-
quired of you throughout your busy day. From grabbing coffee, running errands, and strolling with a friend during lunch
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to sneaking in a quick bike ride or any other number of other activities that we might hurl ourselves into when the summer sun piques our spirit after the winter spent at home eating all those forbidden foods that pack on the fat – Mary Janes, the ballet flat, are the answer.
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EARLY VOTING FOR THE MARCH 19, 2024 PRESIDENTIAL PRIMARY ELECTION
VOTACIÓN TEMPRANA PARA LA ELECCIÓN PRIMARIA PRESIDENCIAL DEL 19 DE MARZO DE 2024 2024 年 3 月 19 日總統初選的提前投票
माचर् 19, 2024 के रा�पित �ाथिमक चुनाव के िलए समयपूवर् मतदान
2024 Early Voting Sites and Hours March 4 through March 19 Weekdays:
9:00 am - 6:00 pm
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Election Day: 6:00 am - 7:00 pm (March 19) 2024 lugares y horarios de Votación Temprana 4 de marzo al 19 de marzo
Días laborables: 9:00 am – 6:00 pm Sábado: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm Domingo: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm Día de Elección: 6 am – 7:00 pm (19 de marzo)
2024 年提前投票地點及時間
3 月 4 日至 3 月 19 日 星期一至星期五：上午 9:00 時至下午 6:00 時 星期六：上午 9:00 時至下午 5:00 時 星期日：上午 10:00 時至下午 4:00 時 選舉日：上午 6:00 時至下午 7:00 時 (3 月 19 日)
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4 माचर् से 19 माचर् सोमवार से शु�वार: सुबह 9:00 बजे से - शाम 6:00 बजे तक शिनवार: सुबह 9:00 बजे से - शाम 5:00 बजे तक रिववार: सुबह 10:00 बजे से - शाम 4:00 बजे तक चुनाव के �दन: सुबह 6:00 बजे से - शाम 7:00 बजे तक (19 माचर्)
Voter registration services (new voters, name changes and address updates) will be provided at all Early Voting sites.
Los servicios de registro de votantes (nuevos votantes, cambios de nombre y actualizaciones de dirección) se proporcionarán en los lugares de Votación Temprana. 所有提前投票地點將會提供選民登記服務 (新選民 、更改姓名及更新地址) 。
सभी समयपूवर् मतदान स्थल� पर मतदाता पंजीकरण सेवाएँ (नए मतदाता, नाम या पते म� प�रवतर्न जैसी सेवा�) �दान क� जाएँगी।
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這些位於大學校園的提前投票站於 3 月 12 日至 3 月 14 日 - 上午 10 時至下午 5 時開放 。 समयपूवर् मतदान के िलए िव�िव�ालय क� यह साइट� 12 माचर् से 14 माचर् तक सुबह 10:00 बजे से शाम 5:00 बजे तक खुली रह�गी
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