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COMMENTARY

Time for a Citizens’ Commission On Defending the Right to Vote

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By Jesse Jackson, National Writer

onald Trump’s commission on “election integrity” is meeting sensible resistance. The commission issued letters calling on states to provide it with extensive personal information on all voters, including names, addresses, birthdates, party affiliation, the last 4 digits Social Security numbers, military status and criminal records. This data collection would be targeted by every cyber thief in the world.

At least 20 states have already indicated that they would not comply completely, including California, New York, Texas and more.

political stripe can find to back up that lie. In fact, fraudulent voting in the United States is rare, isolated and insignificant.

Mississippi Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann, a Republican, said his reply would be: “They can go jump in the Gulf of Mexico, and Mississippi is a great state to launch from.” Hosemann said “Mississippi residents should celebrate Independence Day and our state’s right to protect the privacy of our citizens by conducting our own electoral processes.”

The commission is set up to push the new Jim Crow voting laws, which require picture ID, curtail early voting, cut back on voting booths, permit no Sunday voting, repeal automatic or motor-voter registration and more. Its posturing about voter fraud is the fraud. The real aim is to make it harder to vote, with impediments that disproportionately impact people of color.

The president’s commission is founded on a lie and perpetuates a fraud. The lie was Trump’s whopper that he would have won the popular vote if 3million to 5 million voters hadn’t voted fraudulently. There is no, literally no, evidence that anyone of any

In reality, voter suppression had a real and direct impact on the 2016 election -- a far greater impact than the handful of isolated incorrect or “fraudulent” votes cast, or the hacking allegedly masterminded by Vladimir Putin. The 2016 election was the first

The commission is perpetuating a fraud because it wants to use fears about voter fraud to suppress voting -- to make it harder to register and vote, particularly for working and poor people. The commission is run by its vice-chair, Kansas Secretary of State Kris Kobach. He is notorious for his crusade to push voter suppression laws, as well as to feed fears about illegal immigration.

without the full protections of the Voting Rights Act. Fourteen states -- including swing states like Wisconsin, Ohio and North Carolina -- had new voter restrictions in place.

In Wisconsin, Trump won by 27,000 votes, but an unknown and likely quite large number of eligible voters lacked the newly required forms of ID. (A federal judge ruling in a lawsuit against the state’s voter ID law in 2014 put the number at 300,000.) Turnout in 2016 was the lowest in decades, particularly in Milwaukee, home of 70 percent of the state’s African-Americans. In North Carolina, even after a federal court overturned the state’s anti-voter measures for targeting African-Americans “with almost surgical precision,” Republican officials cut back hours and closed polling places. Early black voting turnout plummeted, according to the Nation, as the 40 counties with the largest African-American populations were allocated 158 fewer polling places.

Voter suppression works. And so does voter empowerment. As the Nation also reported, Oregon enacted automatic voter registration, which added 250,000 new voters to the rolls. An impressive 79 percent of

registered voters turned out in 2016. We do not need a commission to investigate Donald Trump’s fantastical excuse for losing the popular vote. We need a commission to investigate the reality of voter suppression -- and how to make voting easier, not harder. That agenda would include automatic voter registration, longer early voting, an election day holiday, more polling places, hand-counted ballots to avoid cyber threats and more.

Both Trump and the Republican Congress are more interested in raising barriers to voting than in lowering them. Democrats would be well advised to create their own independent commission, staffed with the best experts in the nation, to lay out a serious plan to end voter suppression and empower people to vote. Voting is the essential right in a democracy. It needs to be protected, not suppressed.

You can write to the Rev. Jesse Jackson in care of this newspaper or by email at jjackson@rainbowpush.org. Follow him on Twitter @RevJJackson.

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POLITICAL Cory Booker on 2020: ‘I don’t know what the future’s going to bring’

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ew Jersey Sen. Cory Booker indicating that any potential candidacy seems to tread carefully around would arise out of his commitment to his speculation of a potential 2020 role as a lawmaker.

White House bid.

“I think that politicians make a terrible “I don’t know what the future’s going to mistake if they’re thinking about aspirabring,” Booker told David Axelrod on “The tions for another office because I think it Axe Files,” a podcast from the University undermines their integrity where they are,” of Chicago Institute of Politics and CNN. Booker said.

“I’m not making predictions, but I want “If I start thinking about the future like to unleash the fullness of who I am right now, and I want to call out injustice where that or engaging in that stuff ... I think it would make me a lesser of a senator,” he I see it.” continued. Booker said it was by virtue of The Democratic senator has come in- being “100% present” as mayor of Newark creasingly into the national spotlight under that opportunities arose for his congressioDonald Trump’s presidency. Just last week, nal campaign. he and Democratic Georgia Rep. John Lewis staged a sit-in on the Capitol steps Moreover, Booker said he has no intento discuss the Senate health care bill. The tion of posturing for a theoretical White action, livestreamed on Booker’s Facebook House run. page, added further fodder to conjectures about his role as an emerging leader in the “I’m a guy that’s going to criticize poliDemocratic party. cies that, frankly, in a lot of states that are important for presidential elections would However, the New Jersey senator noted find that very much of a threat,” he said. that he is not actively “thinking about “My loyalty is to the position I’m in right aspirations for another office,” instead now.”

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BUSINESS

Hennessy Commissions Famed Artist Jonone to Design 2017 Very Special Limited Bottle

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ennessy, the world’s best-selling Cognac, is proud to announce urban artist JonOne as the designer of the 2017 Hennessy Very Special Limited Edition bottle. The custom-designed bottle, launching across the U.S. in July 2017, will be sold in almost 50 countries worldwide.

The Limited Edition release by JonOne, which features a colorful, vibrant design, is the seventh in an ongoing series of collaborations between Hennessy V.S and several internationally renowned artists.

Hennessy instantly sensed a kindred spirit in JonOne. Constantly on the move between his home base in Paris, his native Harlem and cutting-edge art scenes all over the world, the street artist-turned-art-world phenomenon has always remained true to himself, pushing boundaries and defying definition. For JonOne, art is a vector for pure emotion: what drives him is being “in

the flow” and “sharing dreams.” JonOne JonOne built layer upon layer of freestyle had never visited the town of Cognac splashes of color, intermixed with Hennessy’s before. own imagery, echoing the complex layers of flavors and aromas created during the CoOn his first visit to Hennessy’s histor- gnac blending process. The result is a final ic seat, in 2016, the artist immediately work that captures the spirit of the artist and connected with the place for its energetic gives a nod to the transmission and legacy atmosphere and passion for creation. of Hennessy.

While there, JonOne was introduced to the

complex layers of Cognac.

“The freedom of the street is what made me want to pursue art in the first place,” notes “When you speak to people at Hennessy JonOne. “The subway is like a museum that who love what they do, it resonates,” Jo- runs through the city. nOne explains. “I can completely relate to that emotion: They create beauty with their Then, as now, my question is always, ‘How own hands; they know the joy of creation. do I make my art live?’ I want people to look For them and for me, it’s not just a job, it’s at it and say, ‘What is this?’. Hopefully, part of your life.” they’ll be inspired. I want to see where it takes

them — and where it might lead me next.”

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T:10.75” the design process itself, which mirrors the The design appears on a limited run of flagelaborate process of crafting Cognac. With ship 750mL Hennessy Very Special bottles an energy that has come to define his style, (priced approximately at $35).

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The Hennessy Very Special Limited Edition bottles by JonOne will be available for purchase starting June 26th on ReserveBar.com and at fine retailers nationwide beginning in July.

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New Yates HS to Offer Unparalleled 360-degree Views of Houston [blogs.houstonisd.org]

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hen construction of the new Yates High School is complete next year, it will offer unparalleled views of the city with Downtown Houston to the north, Texas Medical Center to the south, and the Galleria to the west. The 360-degree view — which includes University of Houston to the east and Texas Southern University to the west — is already visible from top floors of the building, the construction of which is almost a quarter of the way completed. Yates is among 40 schools, including 29 high schools, across the district being renovated or rebuilt as part of the 2012 Bond Program. Plans for the new school call for a grand entryway with large windows connecting the front and back entrances and flexible learning spaces specifically built to showcase the communications and maritime magnet programs.

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Black Employee Accuses Fuddruckers of Discrimination [Southeast Texas Record]

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black Harris County man is suing the restaurant chain Fuddruckers, alleging discrimination and wrongful termination. Lloyd Mitchell filed a complaint June 30 in the Houston Division of the Southern District of Texas against Luby’s Fuddruckers Restaurants, alleging violation of Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act. According to the complaint, a result of Fuddruckers’ unlawful conduct, Mitchell, who began working for the defendant in 2008, has suffered humiliation, mental anxiety, stress and other pecuniary and non-pecuniary damages after being terminated March 1, 2016 without cause.

The plaintiff alleges Luby’s Fuddruckers deprived him of equal employment opportunities, discriminated against him and terminated his employment because of his race and for his opposing discrimination.

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Spoiled Latina Day 2017 Women’s Empowerment Brunch [StyleMagazine.com Newswire]

vonne Guidry, Founder of SpoiledLatina will celebrate her blogs 9th Anniversary at The 2nd Annual SpoiledLatina Day on July 8th 2017 at Republic Square Houston. SLDay 2017 is a celebration for all ambitious women of Houston, to be empowered, inspired and pampered. What started as a 7-year blog anniversary for SpoiledLatina.com - led to a City of Houston Proclamation by Mayor Annise Parker in Yvonne Guidry’s honor in 2015. Yvonne than decided to create an event to celebrate the blogs anniversary and at the same time the talented and women in her community of Houston, TX. The decision makers in their household, the one who influences others around them and are makes things happen on their own.

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Nigerian Doctor Opens Her Own Emergency Room In Houston [kut.org]

r. Foyekemi Ikyaator is an emergency room physician and medical director of Life Savers Emergency Room in Houston. Life Savers Emergency Room is a standalone emergency room, meaning it’s not attached to a hospital. Dr. Foye says it is able to provide the same ER care much more efficiently because it has an onsite laboratory, radiology equipment and pharmacy. There is no waiting in line for labs to get sent or processed. Nor is there the risk of waiting for hours to be seen by a doctor. The Nigerian native graduated from the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health on a full academic scholarship. After completing her residency in emergency medicine in 2012 at the Emory School of Medicine and Public Health in Atlanta, she moved to Houston.

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Mayor Sylvester Turner

Mayor Turner Comments on Texas Supreme Court’s Marriage Ruling [Houstontx.gov]

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he Texas Supreme Court’s decision Friday in Pidgeon v. Turner vacates the trial court’s order prohibiting the City from providing employee benefits to same-sex couples. The decision returns the case to the trial court for further proceedings. The City is reviewing the decision and considering its options. In the meantime, the City of Houston’s policy to offer spousal benefits to all eligible employees remains in effect. “The City of Houston will continue to be an inclusive city that respects the legal marriages of all employees,” said Mayor Sylvester Turner. “Marriage equality is the law of the land, and everyone is entitled to the full benefits of marriage, regardless of the gender of their spouse.”

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Young Dolph’s Concert in Houston Ends in Gunfire [xxlmag.com]

ive months after being shot at 100 times in Charlotte, N.C., shots were fired at Young Dolph‘s concert in Houston this past Saturday (July 1). In one clip, a Snapchat user appears to be updating his story when several gunshots go off.

In the background, the beginnings of what sounds like a pretty chaotic scene are heard as Dolph ends his show performing his Yo Gotti diss, “Play Wit Yo Bitch.” In a second video, a fight breaks out shortly before the shooting occurs, and Dolph was already headed out of the venue when the first shots let off. For his part, it appears Dolph was undeterred by the shooting. According to tweets he posted later on that night, he went to an after party a short time after the concert and the shooting.

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Texas State Capitol

Texas Hospitals Fear Losing $6.2B Medicaid Deal [Salon.com]

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exas rejected billions in federal aid to expand Medicaid under the Affordable Care Act, calling the program “broken.” But now it’s asking the Trump administration to renew a deal that’s brought the state an additional $6.2 billion a year under Medicaid to help care for the poor. Half the money is used to help hospitals finance care for the uninsured, and the rest goes to hospitals and other providers to test regional programs to improve care and access, such as opening school-based health clinics to steer people away from expensive emergency room visits. State officials are hoping to win a 21-month extension of an agreement that began in 2011 and will expire in December.

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Texas Introduces Revamped STAAR Report Card [NBCDFW.com]

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his month, many parents will receive STAAR report cards in the mail. And they look a bit different from previous years. The Texas Education Agency is sending out revamped versions of the report cards, which are meant to be easier to read and understand. The TEA published a video on YouTube explaining the cards. Mike Morath, Texas Education Commissioner, told The Dallas Morning News the overhaul will help empower parents with resources to help their students succeed. New student performance labels include: Masters grade level: Mastery of the course knowledge and skills is shown; student is on track for college and career readiness.

BUSINESS BRIEFS Small Business Loan for Women

White House Pays Women 80 Cents for Every Dollar Paid to Men [CNN/StyleMagazine.com Newswire]

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omen working in the White House earn an average salary of 80 cents for every dollar paid to their male colleagues, a CNN analysis found. That’s a gender pay gap wider than the national average of 82 cents on the dollar, according to the Labor Department.

The average salary among men working in the White House was $105,404, according to an analysis of the White House’s annual report to Congress. For women, it was $84,409. That’s $20,995 less on average.

The disparity is primarily due to more women filling lower-ranking jobs. Half the men working at the White House make $115,000 or more annually, while half the women $70,629 or less.

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Best Small-Business Loans for Minorities 2017 [nerdwallet.com]

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inority-owned businesses are growing at a faster pace than overall U.S. businesses. Minority entrepreneurs owned 8 million, or 29%, of the nation’s nearly 27.6 million businesses as of 2012, up from 5.8 million in 2007, according to U.S. Census Bureau data. However, securing financing can be a challenge for minorities. According to the federal Minority Business Development Agency, minority entrepreneurs may have lower credit scores and fewer assets to secure loans than other business owners. The average credit score of a minority small-business owner is 707, which is 15 points lower than the average of all small-business owners in the U.S., according to a 2016 study by credit bureau Experian.

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Wells Fargo Names David Miree Lead Region President for Texas [StyleMagazine.com Newswire]

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ells Fargo & Company has named David Miree to the newly-created role of lead region president for Regional Banking’s Texas Region. Miree will report to Eastern Regional Banking Executive, Michelle Lee, and will be based in Houston. A 26-year industry veteran, Miree has extensive financial services experience in senior roles. Since February 2015 he had served as an executive vice president with Webster Bank, where he was responsible for managing the branch network, consumer deposits, customer contact centers, strategy and distribution, as well as the investment division. Prior to Webster, Miree served as executive vice president and managing director at Sovereign Bank/ Santander, and as executive vice president and region president for Wells Fargo’s Philadelphia/Delaware markets.

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Strong Lineup of Crossovers and Utilities Drove GM’s U.S. June Sales [Media.GM.Com]

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eneral Motors reported June U.S. retail sales of 202,908 vehicles, down about 3 percent from the same period last year. However, in the fastest growing U.S. retail market segment, GM’s crossover retail sales were up 23 percent, due largely to the strength of Chevrolet Equinox, which were up 36 percent. Buick’s U.S. retail sales were up 6 percent. GM’s U.S. Commercial sales were up 36 percent, for its best June since 2006. Commercial and Government sales were 77 percent of GM’s fleet sales for the month. U.S. daily rental sales were down nearly 11,000 vehicles or 54 percent in June, as planned. GM’s June total sales were 243,155 vehicles, down about 5 percent from the same period last year.

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Nevada’s New Pot Business Is Up and Running [CNN/StyleMagazine.com Newswire]

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evada has become the fifth state to legalize the sale of recreational marijuana, but a battle with state liquor distributors could cause some stores to run out of pot. The new marijuana law, implemented on Saturday, contains a requirement that only Nevada’s alcohol distributors can legally transport the product from cultivators to stores, known as dispensaries. The problem is, none of the liquor companies have been licensed by the state to do it. “I think they’d like to do it; they’re just not ready,” said Andrew Jolley, CEO of The Source, a company with dispensaries in Las Vegas and its suburb Henderson. “We hope we have sufficient supply to last a few days or weeks until the distributors are able to come online to supply us.” That’s the big “if.”

This 7-Year Old Entrepreneur From Arkansas is Running Her Own Food Truck [Blog.BlackBusiness.Org]

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yleigh McGee, a 7-year old African American girl from Little Rock, Arkansas is running and operating her very own food truck. The second grader told ABC News that she started out with a lemonade stand, but decided last year to expand her business to be more mobile and serve more refreshments such as fresh pineapple juice and snow cones. Her mother, who is helping her run the business, says that Kyleigh is very mature and dedicated, and that the business is teaching her daughter valuable lessons such as how to save and count money.

Kyleigh says her favorite part of running her own business, is “being the boss and serving people food.” Naturally, people are amazed and very impressed at what Kyleigh has been able to accomplish at such a young age.

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Samsung’s Galaxy Note 7 is Back!

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amsung’s fire-prone smartphone that sparked a global crisis is making a comeback. The world’s largest smartphone maker says it’s resurrecting the Galaxy Note 7 by selling a cheaper, refurbished version in South Korea. Understandably, Samsung has chosen to change the name of the phone, whose initial incarnation it had to recall and kill off after some customers reported their devices burst into flames. The revamped phone is called the Galaxy Note FE, short for Fan Edition. And for those who need a bit of convincing to buy a new version of a device that became synonymous with spontaneous combustion, Samsung has thrown in a few perks.

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Minimum Wages Tick Up in Many Cities With New Fiscal Year [NBC News]

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coalition of black lawmakers wants Uber to diversify its top ranks. Members of the Congressional Black Caucus sent a letter to the embattled ride-hailing company, urging Uber’s board to consider African American candidates for its top post after CEO Travis Kalanick was forced to step down last week. The CBC’s letter, addressed to Uber Chairman Garrett Camp, noted that the company didn’t have blacks in key high-level posts that are now vacant, such as chief operating officer, chief financial officer, chief marketing officer and general counsel, nor on its board. These are positions the CBC said it believes would “benefit” from African American leadership.

The CBC also wants Uber to provide a written, detailed plan on what steps the company will take to hire more diverse leadership.

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Majic 102.1 Kicked Off Summer with the First Summer Block Party

By Kelsey Whittington, Feature Writer

ajic 102.1 hosted their first Summer Block Party at the Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion and it was a night full of food, music, and excitement. The star studded lineup included Ro James, SWV, Brandy, DJ Kid Kapri, Jill Scott and BBD. Ro James kicked off the show with a performance that drew in the audience and really set the tone for the entire night. He performed his smash hit ‘Permission.’

The party was kept going with SWV who came out and made the crowd feel very nostalgic by performing some of their biggest hits. Fans could be singing such tunes as ‘Weak’ and ‘Right Here’ at the top of their lungs. The trio definitely proved they still had it and looked fierce as ever dressed in matching jumpsuits while doing it.

“I love SWV! I am so glad they are still performing. They look and sound amazing

and this performance really took me back in time,” said Olivia Farley, a concertgoer and SWV fan. As if we weren’t feeling nostalgic enough, Brandy came out and proved to us Black really doesn’t crack! Dressed in a red flowy dress with her braids pulled in a high side ponytail, She showed her youthful side, wonderful ball of energy, and dedication as she put on an amazing show for fans. Brandy had the crowd on their feet the entire time.

When she started ‘I Wanna Be Down’ the crowd went crazy!

“Who doesn’t love Moesha? It was so great to see how great of a live performer she was,” said Tayler Harris, another concertgoer and Brandy fan.

The Summer Block Party was the party that never was at lost for energy. DJ Kid Kapri made sure of that with mixes that made it feel like you were at your family reunion.

It was evident the crowd was feeling it as they moved to the beats.

Brandy With excitement already at a ten, it was hard to believe it could get any higher.

However, when BBD hit the stage, it did.

BBD came and stole the show! Ricky Bell, Michael Bivins, and Ronnie DeVoe had everyone feeling like we were back in the 90s from their insane level of energy and not having aged one bit, it was truly an unforgettable performance. The trio performed crowd favorites such as ‘Poison’ and ‘Something in Your Eyes,’ and even songs from their New Edition days such as ‘Candy Girl’ and ‘Mr. Telephone Man,’ as well as songs from their new album Three Stripes. Even though it has been 20 years since BBD first stepped on the scene, everything was still intact from the vocals to the choreography and the fans were really impressed.

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Adding to the party atmosphere was a little love and romance. During BBD’s ‘Smile Again,’ Majic 102.1’s Johnathan Cook proposed to his girlfriend Sasha and everyone including Sasha’s heart melted.

How many people can say they got engaged during a BBD concert? It was truly magical.

The love fest continued with Jilly from Philly aka Jill Scott who serenaded us all with her angelic voice and her warm embrace as she performed. By the sound of the crowd it was clear that Jill is still a fan favorite. She kept the crowd engaged with

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some of her hits as ‘Golden,’ ‘Hate On Me,’ and ‘Getting In The Way’ and proved that live music is still a beautiful thing. With this performance you were really able to see her personality and she let us in her world. She showed her humor and even that she is a regular person by taking her shoes off mid performance to get more comfortable to give the best performance possible.

Jill closed her show out with ‘My Petition,’ a song that she says she wrote as a letter to the government to try and make her voice heard. “I wrote this song in a form of a love song with the hopes that love will prevail,” said Jill. While singing the song a slideshow played in the background of pictures of the many victims of police brutality that we have all come to know as Eric Garner, Philando Castille, and others.

Overall, I give the first Summer Block Party 5 stars. It was a great way to kick off summer and end African American Music Appreciation Month. It was a much needed event in the Black community to bring us together with music, culture, and food. That combination is always a great outlet.

Keep up with future Majic 102.1 events by following them on social media @ Majic1021, and on their website at www. myhoustonmajic.com.

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Lexus ES 300h is Tops in Fuel Efficiency

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By Jo-Carolyn Goode, Managing Editor

ne of the routine tasks of being a vehicle owner is the trip to the ever popular gas station. Whether your frequency is daily, weekly or another schedule, it will be significantly less as the owner of the 2017 Lexus ES 300h.

With an EPA-estimated fuel economy of 40 mpg combined, it is at the top of its class for luxury sedans for fuel efficiency.

The 2017 Lexus ES 300h is more than just fuel efficient but its stylist, safe, smart and for sale. Read more on why the 2017 Lexus ES 3000h could be the perfect hybrid for you.

One of the biggest benefits of a hybrid is its fuel efficiency. Gaining the maximum fuel efficiency is also a challenge to not comprise the power a vehicle produces.

Lexus’ engineers have managed to solve this problem with a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine and an electric motor to produce 200 horsepower. The Lexus ES 300h has excellent fuel efficiency and average power. It is nowhere close to a snail pace but the pick up it is sufficient but not what one would call fast. It averages zero to 60mph in 7.8 seconds when the typical hybrid does it in 10.

A lot has changed with hybrids since they were first introduced to the public 117 years ago at the Paris Exposition of 1900. Although the goal of decreasing the amount of pollution in the air has not changed, the way two power sources come together to move a vehicle have.

And few have done it better in the luxury car segment like Lexus.

The 2017 model of ES 300h does not change much as far as its exterior and interior. Optional safety features are apparent. A number of safety features already come standard on the ES such as antilock brakes, stability and traction control, front and rear side airbags, side curtain airbags, front knee airbags, forward collision warning system with automatic emergency braking, lane departure intervention,

Lexus ES 300h rearview camera, and Lexus Safety Connect with automatic crash notification, stolen vehicle location and an emergency assistance button.

Optional features now available are front and rear parking sensors and a blindspot warning system with rear cross-traffic alert. I highly suggest acquiring all of the optional safety features as they are extremely useful. My favorite feature was the blind-spot warning system. Sometimes in driving your vision is not always clear completely around your vehicle, the blind-spot monitor is your extra set of eyes to keep you and others safe by making sure you always have clear passage.

Speaking of being behind the wheel of the ES, it is like a dream to drive. The cabin is remarkably quiet but that is the beauty of a hybrid. I would literally turn the car on and off at least two most times when behind the wheel because it didn’t seem like the car had started since it was so quiet. Navigating the terrain was a smooth, comfortable drive for me. I love that had options when driving. If I felt a little sporty I could drive in the sports mood.

Leux ES 300h

If I was in the mood to save the Earth, there was eco mood. Lastly, just for the

everyday, there was normal mood. My body was positioned well in the 10-way powered driver’s seat with lumbar support and all controls were in arms length.

However, controlling the infotainment system when not using the steering wheel controls may cause some difficulty. Buttons or knobs are not use to maneuver the system but rather a mouse-like control pad. It takes some getting use to before being very familiar and at ease with it.

Connectivity is all over the vehicle with USB ports in the center console, 12v 120watt plug accessible in the backseat, and the Bluetooth connection – technology is a friend of Lexus.

Since this was luxury sedan the finest of materials were used in creating the vehicle. From the wood and leather trimmed steering wheel to the analog clock trimmed in chrome on the infotainment system, Lexus had a laser focus when came to the little things.

This entry level Lexus ES 300h has a based price of $41,820. However, my text vehicle had a few upgrades that took the price to $49, 769. Take the 2017 Lexus ES 300h for a spin at your local dealer and see everything I said is true.

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Minority Lawmakers Unified in Call for Impeachment of POTUS

By Jo-Carolyn Goode, Managing Editor

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nly two Presidents of the United States have ever been impeached in history.

And if democrats have their way Donald Trump will be the third. Ever since January 20th, Americans have been shocked, angered, applauded, confused, and gone through an array of emotions with Donald Trump at the helm of running our country.

Congressman Al Green, Congresswoman Maxine Waters, and Congresswoman Sheil Jackson Lee

have already begun the research for if impeachment becomes a factor in the era of Donald Trump.

Research indicates that typically the lower house of legislation impeaches the accused official while the upper house conducts the trial.

Auntie Maxine as Rep. Waters is affectionately called says Trump should be impeached for obstruction of justice if the FBI Russia investigation was a factor in his decision to fire Comey. She made her most recent cry for impeachment of Trump during this year’s Essence Festival rallying attendees to do whatever they could to impeach 45. “We can do this, you all, but we’ve got to stand up. I want you to rally.

Though two U.S. Presidents, Andrew Johnson and Bill Clinton, have been impeached, neither were convicted of charges. Despite those presidents From the firing of FBI Director James Comey who were impeached and those who were almost to the attacks against the media and free speech, impeached, no U.S. President has ever been reI want you to tweet. I want you to go on FacePresident Trump’s actions are more than con- moved from office by impeachment or conviction. book. I want you to write to your elected officials. cerning to lawmakers on both sides of the aisle I want you to do everything, whether it’s in a as they are not fitting of one who is the leader of The count of Democratic representatives who church, or whether it’s in a meeting of any kind. the free world. have spoken about impeaching Trump is 24. Plus If you’re with the labor unions, etc., get busy. And the additional support from Senators keep going until we do what needs to be done.

Concerns are so discerning that many lawmakers have begun the call for impeachment. With Richard Blumenthal, Elizabeth Warren and AnI am saying impeach 45! Impeach 45! Impeach each passing day of the Trump administration gus King. However, those numbers are reflective 45! Impeach 45!” Congressman Al Green agrees the lawmakers on the list gets longer and longer. before the news about FBI Director James Com- with Congresswoman Waters on the charges for Impeachment proceedings are only done when a ey’s firing. Some of the boisterous lawmakers a propose impeachment of Trump. He made his civil officer of government has committed high have been Representatives Maxine Waters, Al case from the congressional floor. “I rise today crimes and misdemeanors. White House lawyers Green, and Sheila Jackson Lee. with a heavy heart,” began Congressman Green 10 10

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before he got to the heart of his remarks. “ I do this because I believe in the great ideals that this country stands for liberty and justice for all - the notion that we should have a government of the people, by the people and for the people.

I do it because, Mr. Speaker, there is a belief in this country that no one is above the law and that includes the President of the United States of America.”

His 5 minute 26 second speech garnered national attention as well as numerous death threats. None of which made the Congressman grow silent. It just gave him fuel to be louder with his message.

Fellow Texas Congressional leader Sheila Jackson Lee has made calls for the impeachment of POTUS on several different occasions. Her first claims for impeachment came when President Trump said that he had been wiretapped by former President Barack Obama. That proved to be

fake news. Congresswoman Lee again called for Trump to leave office after he attacked the intellect and appearance of the anchors from the Morning Joe show via Twitter.

Congresswoman Lee commented via Facebook, “Well, let me tell you something Mr. President.

I have gone through, as a member of the judiciary committee, impeachments but we can’t wait that long. It is time for you to resign. Enough is enough. I love America. I love these people and we need a commander-in-chief. “ Rep. Joaquin Castro of Texas noted a different reason to impeach Trump. Earlier this year in an interview with BuzzFeedNews he cited Trump’s travel ban as a reason. CNN reported that Rep. Castro called for Congress to investigate “whether President Trump intentionally exceeded his constitutional authority” with his travel ban, saying that if Trump did, he should be impeached. Other lawmakers on the list to impeach 45 include:

Rep. Jared Huffman, Rep. John Yarmuth, Rep. Mark Pocan, Sen. Richard Blumenthal, Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, Rep. Tulsi Gabbard, Rep. Keith Ellison, Rep. Jamie Raskin, Rep. Nanette Diaz Barragán, Rep. Ted Lieu, Sen. Angus King, Rep. Ted Deutch, Rep. Frederica Wilson, Rep. Pramila Jayapal, Rep. Stephen Lynch, Rep. Steve Cohen, Rep. Adriano Espaillat, Rep. Elijah Cummings, Rep. David Cicilline, Sen. Elizabeth Warren, Rep. Jerry Nadler, and Rep. Yvette Clarke.

Democrats are increasingly raising their voice for the impeachment of President Donald Trump.

With each new presidential tweet or incident, the list for impeachment of Trump grows.

Although there have been no Republicans to echo the call of Democrats, with the antics of the president some will probably be on board very soon. Majority support of the House of Representatives is needed for impeachment proceedings.

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HEALTH Natural Hair Blogger, Meechy Monroe, Dies at 32 of Brain Tumor

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he beauty and natural hair world and helping others with their journey as was rocked as news of natural well. Her and her sister, Ms. Vaughn, were hair and beauty blogger Tameka known in the blogging community as The

“Meechy Monroe” Moore’s death surfaced Monroe Sisters. over the weekend. She was only 32-yearsold.

Back in 2014, the natural hair world was shook by the news of Meechy suffering from

Monroe’s natural and gloriously curly hair a life-threatening brain tumor, a rare sarcowas also her identity and her livelihood. A ma (vascular cancerous tumor). This type popular beauty blogger whose YouTube of tumor caused her to suffer from multiple videos garnered nearly three million views, mild strokes, which forced her to endure Monroe had gained a devoted following certain challenges physically and with her among African-American women, whom speech. On April 15, 201, Meechy found she encouraged to celebrate their natural herself having an unexplained stroke, where hair.

she experienced numbness in her right hand, slurred speech and facial drooping. This

Being one of four sisters in a close- was the first of three strokes and two brain knit Chicago family, Monroe chemically surgeries that she would suffer. straightened her hair in her teens and early 20s. But after being tired of bad haircuts and

She was also diagnosed with Aphasia, a

chemically damaged hair, in 2009, she cut it disturbance in the formulation and compreoff, grew an Afro and began experimenting hension of language due to damage to brain with new styles. It was those experimenta- tissue areas responsible for language. And tions that she filmed on YouTube and found as if that weren’t enough, rather than lose herself answering questions, gaining fans her hair, she opted to have her hair shaved

Meechy Monroe and donated to Locks of Love, a not-for-profit and to live in the moment. I’m grateful for organization that focuses on cancer patients every second of living on this earth.” coping with hair loss.

After her initial cancer diagnosis, MonOn July 3, 2014, Meechy had to have her roe transformed her blog from a discussion second brain surgery. In an open letter to her of the latest hairstyles and beauty tips to fans, Meechy shared that she was “making talking about her cancer and her journey drastic improvements, with the help of physi- back to health. cal, occupational and speech therapy” though she had to face her next phase of treatment (radiation and chemo therapy).

“Knowing there are other women out there facing cancer like I am,” Monroe says, “I want to do everything I can to let them

To deal with all of this was enough to make know they’re not alone.” someone bitter and angry, but through it all Meechy’s true beauty shinned through and

Monroe was always one to encourage

her faith was stronger than ever. Our hearts others and it showed when she was asked were touched by her bravery and transparency.

what’s the best advice she could give to her

Her strength has inspired and encouraged so fans, “Realize what was given to you and many of us.

work it to your advantage. OWN IT! Learn your hair…listen to your hair…and love

After losing her hair and feeling ill much your hair. Once you are more in tune with of the time, she didn’t sink into sorrow, but your individual strands be patient and willsimply said, “I lost all my hair, I had the worst ing to alter your hair care techniques/styles year of my life, but you know what? I’m still as you hair grows and thickens.” the same person, still the same soul,” she says.

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“I’ve learned not to take my health for granted

Rest well, Meechy. You will be missed.

BOOKS

“The Boss” by Aya De León

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By Terri Schlichenmeyer

omebody needs to call the shots.Leading by committee may seem equal, right? Everybody should have a voice, but there has to be a head honcho in the mix somewhere. Somebody has to make decisions and stand up, to lead with a big heart, a cool head, an open mind and, in “The Boss”

by Aya de León, a solid backbone.

strippers to do things they didn’t want to do and one girl almost got hurt. Lily had learned that a Ukrainian mob was behind the new rules, and so she’d turned to the Clinic – and Tyesha – for help.

So much drama – and yet, it was just what Tyesha needed. Her life was uninspiring, but going to bat for the strippers was something For Tyesha Couvillier, it should have been she could totally get into. She understood the best day of her life. Newly graduated from their plight: in another life, Tyesha had been Columbia with a degree in public health, a dancer / escort, too. she’d just landed a job as executive director of the Maria de la Vega Community Health She had also helped run a little heist ring Clinic, focusing on the well-being of New with her friend, Marisol, but that work was York’s sex workers. It was a job she’d had behind them both. Tyesha was respectable her eye on for years, and she should have now; a professional with access to legal been celebrating. information who could help New York’s dancers form a union. If only her love life Instead, there was nothing but drama: her was as clear as her work project. older sister, Jenisse, was in town with her drug-dealing boyfriend and two teenage Tyesha had dated rapper Thug Woofer for daughters. awhile, but he kept blowing every chance she gave him to get it right. Now Tinder wasn’t Not that Jenisse did anything specific; cutting it and one-night stands were no good. just her being in town aggravated Tyesha. Really, could any man handle a relationship It didn’t help that Tyesha’s friend, Lily, was with a strong woman like her? While I do having trouble, too: she was a dancer at the have to say that it’s quite far-fetched, “The One-Eyed King, a club that was forcing its Boss” is so, in a good way.

Pure escapism is what author Aya de León offers here with a story that actually has many separate plots – romance, family drama, a little espionage, and surprisingly righteous feminism - all of them appealing.

a little of herself there, which makes this a doubly fun novel to enjoy.

This is an adult book all the way, complete with language and situations that are not for kids. Keep that in mind, and if you’re looking for a great summer escape, “The Boss” is just Part of that appeal is with the character: de the shot you need.

Leon’s Tyesha is smart but vulnerable and even though her story is over-the-top, she’s not. Real Share this story online at www.stylemagor imagined, every reader will be able to find azine.com.

Your Lifestyle this Summer LIFESTYLE Simplify

By Family Features

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rom backyard barbecues and trips to the beach to baseball games and swim meets, summer is all about family fun. It’s also an ideal time to slow down and incorporate a more mindful routine at home.

This season, prioritize a “less-is-more” lifestyle by making smart swaps, like using products with better ingredients, to simplify your life and create an even healthier home for your family. With these easy, helpful tips, you can arm yourself with the tools to spend more time focusing on family and fun.

whipped cream for dessert.

Focus on the Right Ingredients. Warmer temperatures and fun, outdoor activities can lead to extra stains and more laundry. It’s important to keep summer items dirt-free and smelling fresh with products you can feel good about bringing into your home. For a powerful clean without harshness to keep your summer wardrobe clean and fresh, try all fresh clean Essentials, which is formulated without sulfates and contains effective ingredients for deep cleaning the toughest stains.

Minimize Your Regimen. Take advantage of the seasonal climate to shorten your beauty routine and save time, energy and products.

There’s no need to blow dry hair with warm weather – sleep in two twisted braids for beachy waves, air-dry after the shower or throw on a wide-brimmed sun hat to hide bed head. Also focus on products that do double duty: replace sticky lipsticks and gloss with tinted chapsticks that include SPF or mix in a drop of sunscreen to liquid foundation.

Pick Produce, Not Processed. What you feed your family often fuels summer fun, but favorite treats like ice cream and hot dogs can be full of unwanted ingredients and added sugars. Skip prepackaged items and look for fresh, seasonal produce that can be incorporated into multiple meals throughout the day, which can also lead to a shorter grocery list and less waste. For example, you can add nutrient- and antioxidant-rich stone fruit to Greek yogurt for breakfast, mix into salsa for Simplify Cleanup. It’s easy to let the a snack and throw on the grill then top with myriad rotating summer activities turn your

space into an unexpected mess, so proactively prepare for the chaos by creating a cleanup kit. A clean towel, water bottle, sunscreen, change of clothes and snack in a small tote or plastic container can be left in the trunk of the car or in the garage to keep you from running around searching for supplies. This way, you’re prepared for whatever summer

brings, be it spilled ketchup, an unexpected shower or even a care-free run through the backyard sprinkler.

Visit allsulfatefree.com to learn more and watch videos featuring wellness expert and mom Hilaria Baldwin that focus on smart tips for living cleanly.

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EATCreate WITH STYLE Family Moments and Memories this Summer

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ake advantage of slower summer schedules and warmer weather by rounding up the family and heading to the backyard for fun, food and family time.

The opportunities for quality family time during the warmer months are nearly endless, especially with just a little creativity and ingenuity, like these fun summer ideas from Borden Cheese.

Let your inner kid run free Celebrate your favorite summer memories with your kids by breaking out the flashlights to play tag and other fun games in the backyard all night long. Whether it’s kick the can, ghost in the graveyard, capture the flag or a good, old-fashioned game of hide and seek, backyard games are a great way to get the whole family to unplug and enjoy summer evenings together.

Don’t be surprised if the neighbors join in the fun, too.

Fire up your appetite Ditch the kitchen and get the whole family engaged by recreating everyone’s favorite pizza on the grill. The perfect base for everyone to cook up their own creations, this deliciously easy Cheesy Flatbread Pizza recipe can be enjoyed by adults and kids alike. Keep it simple for kids with Borden Cheese Mild Cheddar Shreds or dress it up with some fresh veggies straight from your garden or local farmer’s market. For added fun and flavor, toss your family’s pizza on the grill for a crispy, authentic crust.

Cheesy Flatbread Pizza Cook time: 25 minutes Servings: 4 1

piece (12 inches) cracker bread or flatbread

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tablespoon olive oil, plus additional for brushing

1 package (8 ounces) Borden

Cheese Mild Cheddar Shreds, divided 8

strips thick-sliced bacon, cooked crisp and broken into 1-inch pieces

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whole garlic cloves, sliced

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plum tomatoes, sliced

1/2

red onion, cut in strips

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cup chopped Italian parsley fresh basil leaves (optional)

Heat oven to 400 F. Brush bread with small amount of olive oil and place on cookie sheet. Spread 1 1/2 cups cheese evenly around bread. Top evenly with bacon pieces.

In small skillet over medium heat, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil until hot. Add garlic and saute until lightly browned. Sprinkle onto pizza. Arrange sliced tomatoes and red onions on pizza.

Rethink family movie night Add parsley to remaining cheese and

Get off the couch and take your family movie outside. All you need is a sheet, a projector and some comfy pillows and throws to turn your backyard into an openair movie theater. Watch new releases, old favorites or even home movies on the big screen right in your own backyard. To keep the fun going, pitch a tent and spend the night outside sleeping under the stars.

spread over ingredients.

Find more family-friendly recipes for summer at BordenCheese.com.

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Bake 10 minutes, or until cheese is melted. Cut into squares and serve immediately.

Garnish with fresh basil leaves, if desired.

Tip: For a different flavor profile, try grilling pizza rather than baking. Brush until bottom of crust is golden brown.

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10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

July 11 Texas Moms Matter! A Special Evening of Advocacy with Rep. Thierry Town Hall Meeting YWCA of Houston, 6308 Martin Luther King, Jr, Blvd.

6:00pm

July 11 Greater Houston Black Chamber 2nd Tuesdays with the Chamber Luncheon Guest Speaker Shawn Taylor Buffalo Soldiers Museum 11:30am-1:00pm

July 15 Doctor Who Celebration Children’s Museum of Houston 10am Unravel the mysteries of the ultimate Time Lord and encounter not one, not

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during the interactive activities, shows and more.

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July 27

How to Write a Compliant Solicitation

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Membership Development Series III:

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July 18 One Texas Resistance Rally Texas Capitol, 1100 Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78701 9am Texas Democrats are ready for a HUGE

Authority GHBC Office, 4828 Loop Central, Suite 1000 3:00-4:30pm

nual Labor Day Luncheon & Style Show Royal Sonesta Houston Hotel, 2222 West Loop South 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

August 27

The White Haute Couture Summer

Back-to-School: Being An Advocate for

Fashion Show & Launching 820 Fannin St. 6pm-10pm Wear your hautest white and walk our

Day of Action on the first day of the up-

white carpet into the hautest party in

tions of The Doctor.

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LGBTQ Youth Resurrection Metropolitan Community Church, 2025 West 11th Street 1:00 - 2:30pm Advocates from the ACLU and Montrose Center will share how we can become advocates for our youth.

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UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON HOUSTON, TX

Change Happens! Kids’ University 2017 Graduation

Photography by Vicky Pink raduate caps were tossed into the air as Change Happens! Kids’ University Class of 2017 celebrated their graduation. The young grads were being honored for their achievements and accomplishments through the various programs hosted by Change Happens! Through this program youth get a taste of what college life is like with the exposure to higher education and the opportunities it can bring. Comerica Bank sponsored the program. Some in attendance were Change Happens! Founder Rev. Leslie Smith, Vanessa Reed, Dr. Elwyn Lee, and Fort Bend ISD Trustee Addie Heyliger.

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International Focus Magazine Reception Photography by Vicky Pink he publishers of International Focus Magazine raised their glasses to toast their success at a celebratory reception for the anniversary of the magazine. Having just one year under their belt, the publishers look to the future of the publication. The reception celebrated their first anniversary as well as thanked those who contributed their talents and dollars to the success of the magazine. Some in attendance were Val Thompson and Heidi Prera.

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Photography by Vicky Pink ongressman Al Green hosted a Public Forum on Medicaid in Texas. This public forum discussed the U.S. Senate bill to repeal the Affordable Care Act (ACA) with a focus on how the deep, permanent cuts to Medicaid will affect communities in Houston and beyond. Congressman Al Green and Community Health Choice CEO Ken Janda led a discussion along with Robin Paoli from Houston Women March. Special guests included: Children’s Defense Fund – Texas, Houston Women March, Seven Acres Jewish Senior Care Services, Houston Area Urban League, Light and Salt Association, Indivisible Houston, Black Lives Matter Houston, Indivisible Spring/Montgomery, Pantsuit Republic Houston Chapter, Texas Organizing Project, Young Invincibles, Texas Gulf Coast Area Labor Federation, AFL-CIO, and Houston Rising.

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