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The Right to Vote in America Has Been Fractured

Zena Stephens

Beaumont Elects Texas’ 1st Black Woman Sheriff

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COMMENTARY

Jesse Jackson

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merica’s election system is a disgrace, as the 2016 presidential election once more demonstrates.

This isn’t sour grapes. I’m disappointed that my candidate lost but the election is over, the results are in. What every American ought to be outraged at, however, is that the United States is still not a democracy of one person, one vote.

Our electoral system is suppressing the right to vote for millions.

Start with the obvious. Hillary Clinton won the election, by a margin that may amount to 2 million votes.

No need for a recount; she won big.

But Donald Trump will be inaugurated president largely because he won three states — Wisconsin, Pennsylvania and Michigan — by a total margin of , at last count, 112,000 votes.

T h e U . S . d o e s n ’t c o u n t presidential elections by one person, one vote. Instead the system counts electoral votes with the winner taking all in every state except Maine and Nebraska. This not only gives greater weight to small, rural states over large populous ones like

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The Right to Vote in America Has Been Fractured California; it also makes for perverse campaigning in a few, closely divided “swing states,” with much of the country essentially ignored. The president of the United States governs all Americans, not just Americans grouped by state.

This is the second election in 16 yearsin which the winner of the popular vote lost the election. This dangerously saps the legitimacy of the presidency. The Electoral College system survives only because most Americans know little about it.

America makes it hard to vote.

Registration is not automatic on turning 18, allowing states to erect different hurdles for registering. Voting is usually on a workday that is not a national holiday. States set the laws allowing for infinite schemes designed to make it harder for some to vote. Voting is the most fundamental right in a democracy — and the U.S. perversely empowers petty, partisan officials in various states to whittle away at it.

2016 was the first presidential election in 50 years without the full protection of the Voting Rights Act, gutted by the right-wing gang of five on the Supreme Court in Shelby County v. Holder. With Republicans shocked at Obama’s majority margins in 2008, Republican governors and legislatures pushed various schemes to make voting harder for the young, for people of color, and for working and poor people.

Despite fierce legal battles, 14 states had various forms of voter suppression schemes in effect in 2016.

Various tricks and traps were put into effect. Early voting days were

reduced. Sundayvoting — a favorite for African-American churches that organized to take our souls to the polls — was outlawed. Polling places were reduced in numbers, particularly in poor or African-American districts.

Hours were restricted. New forms of voter ID was required, usually to disadvantage students or minorities disproportionately. Electronic machines with no paper record are widely used, virtually inviting vote manipulation.

Voter rolls were purged — allegedly to address fraud — but with lists that always target African-American and Latino voters disproportionately.

In many states, former felons who had paid their debt to society are permanently deprived the right to vote.

Six million citizens have been stripped of the right to vote, disproportionately people of color. In four states — including Florida and Virginia — more than one in five African-Americans has been disenfranchised.

In Wisconsin, the Republican governor and legislature pushed through new voter ID requirements. Three hundred thousand voters lacked the required ID; voter turnout was the lowest in two decades. In Milwaukee, where 70 percent of the state’s African-Americans live, turnout was down 13 percent. The suppressed votes were likely far more than the margin of victory.

In North Carolina, the governor and legislature openly cheered the success of their efforts to curb early voting among African-Americans that resulted from slashing 158 polling places in the 40 counties with large

Beaumont Elects Texas’ 1st Black Woman Sheriff

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eaumont’s Jefferson County will have a new top cop for this New Year and while she’s serious about her lifetime commitment to fight crime, her smile looks like no sheriff’s Texas has ever seen. Zena Stephens won three tough races: a Democratic Primary March 1, a May 24 Democratic Run-Off and November 8 was elected Texas’ first African American female sheriff.

Stephens has never been in politics but always in police work arguing that as a young black girl in deep east Texas she never saw women or blacks in law enforcement. In March’s primary, she kicked to the curb the incumbent sheriff’s chief deputy, who was local law enforcement’s pick and had raised far more money than she thought she could compete with. Having never run in an election before that in May, she beat an African-American elected constable in the runoff.

Her nomination was the first time a major party in Jefferson County has nominated a black or female candidate for Sheriff.

In a county that voted Donald Trump for President, Stephens beat Ray Beck, a long time Beaumont Police Lieutenant with many Jefferson County Republicans telling her she had their

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numbers of African-American voters.

On average, black voters stand in lines two times as long as white voters, in a conscious and systematic effort to make voting harder, particularly for those working jobs without flexible hours.

This list can go on, and it is an indefensible disgrace. This isn’t complicated. The American people should demand passage of a constitutional amendment guaranteeing the right to vote and empowering the Congress to pass rules to protect that right. The candidate that wins the most votes should win presidential elections.

Nothing radical, just common sense.

National rules should make registration automatic and voting easy, not hard. The Voting Rights Act should be revived and strengthened. The Justice Department right now should be prosecuting states that violated basic voting rights.

When America was founded, only white, male property owners had the right to vote. Americans demonstrated and died, and fought a Civil War to end slavery, expand citizenship to all and expand the right to vote. Now partisan officials are trifling with the very foundation of our democracy.

No republic can survive long without legitimacy. Donald Trump rightly called the Electoral College a disgrace, before he won office on the basis of it. If he cares about this country, he will lead the effort to reform our election laws, rather than accepting a system that perverts the will of the people.

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vote. She beat Beck with 44,566 votes or 51.40 percent to Beck’s 42,135 votes or 48.60 percent.

Any milestone like this is important. It’s more important for me to be the best at whatever I do. I’ve been the first in a lot of things because I work in a male-dominated career path. For me it›s always been important to be good at my job,” Stephens said.

“This is important, because I never saw anybody who looked like me in this role, or as a police chief, when I was growing up. The idea, not just for girls but for any minorities, that you can

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obtain these jobs at this level, I think that’s important. And it’s important for these jobs in law enforcement and any job to reflect the community they serve,” said Stephens, who served as PV A&M’s top cop for three years. Before that she served as Jefferson County’s chief deputy for 16 years. She succeeds lifetime Democrat Mitch Woods, who is retiring after 20 years.

D’Ann Riggs, a Republican voter who supported both Stephens and Trump, says Stephens got her vote because she was the best person for the job.

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When Prairie View hired Stephens as its first female police chief, Woods said he foresaw a distinguished career for her with “bigger things to come later.”

Stephens will be one of only two African-American women sheriffs in the United States.

Texas’s first female sheriff was Emma Susan Daugherty Banister, who took office in Coleman County in 1918 after her husband died three months before his term as sheriff ended. Loving County lays claim to the first elected female sheriff in the state, Edna Reed Clayton Dewees.

Texas’ first female Hispanic sheriff is Dallas County’s Lupe Valdez, who was first elected in 2004 as its first Latina and Lesbian Sheriff. She was elected to her fourth term November 8 the same day in Houston, Harris County elected Ed Gonzalez as its second Hispanic Sheriff after Adrian Garcia.

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Houston Super Bowl Host Committee Unveils WOW Factor Experience HoustonSuperBowl.com

City Council will still need to approve Acevedo’s contract.

He will replace interim Police Chief Martha Montalvo. The Cuban born Acevedo migrated to the US when he was four years old with his family. He has been Austin’s Chief of Police since 2007.

Acevedo Youngest Son of U.S. Rep John Conyers Reported Missing in Houston CBS News

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ouston police say 21-yearold Carl Conyers was last he Houston Super Bowl Host Committee unveiled seen Tuesday afternoon by his Future Flight as its “WOW” Factor for the 2017 roommate at their apartment Super Bowl LIVE fan festival. Featuring a virtual in South Central Houston. He reality experience and numerous hands-on space was reported missing by his Conyers exhibits, Future Flight will share with the public the parents U.S. Rep. John Conyers incredible journey to Mars and beyond. The unveiling of Michigan and his wife, Monica Conyers. Carl took place at the 2016 Space Commerce Conference Conyers is a student at the University of Houston. and Exposition (SpaceCom). Future Flight’s key He’s described as a black male, about 6 feet tall and component is a virtual reality ride that takes guests 145 pounds with black hair and brown eyes. Police on an excursion through space to the Red Planet and say he has shaven a beard he’s seen wearing in a back, using actual footage from Mars. It concludes handout photo. Anyone with information on Conyers’ with a 90-foot drop that transports the rider visually disappearance is urged to contact Houston Police at from Mars back to Earth. Future Flight will be open 713-884-3131 or the Houston Police Missing Persons to the public from Jan. 28, 2017 through Feb. 5, 2017. Division at 832-394-1840.

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Austin’s Police Chief Appears to Be Houston’s Top Pick for Police Chief ABC 13

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ustin Police Chief Art Acevedo appears to have been picked to be the new Houston Police Chief by Mayor Sylvester Turner. Sources confirm that Mayor Turner offered Acevedo the job; Acevedo accepted, but the deal still needs to be signed and sealed. Houston

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Texas African American History Memorial to Be Unveiled Saturday in Austin Dallas News

he long-awaited — and embattled T — unveiling ceremony

of the Texas African American History Memorial will be at 10 a.m. Saturday near the main entrance to the state Capitol’s south lawn. The unveiling caps a roughly 20-year long journey that began in earnest when the Legislature approved a bill pushed by former state Rep. Al Edwards, D-Houston, to establish a Juneteenth monument. At one point the project was scrapped but was revitalized with a different artist, and in 2012 the Legislature approved a broader and more generally acceptable depiction. Some of the revise project’s main supporters included state Sen. Rodney Ellis, D-Houston, and Houston Mayor and former state Rep. Sylvester Turner, D-Houston.

Racist Fliers Appear on SMU Campus Warning White Women Against Dating Blacks Chron.com

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liers were seen all over the Southern Methodist University campus on Monday morning warning white women not to date Black men. With broad offensive statements saying Black men have higher incidents of STDs, will abuse you and your kids won’t be smart. A logo for Alt Right, a group of white supremacy and anti-Semitic ties, appeared on the flier. SMU issued a statement condemning the racist messages. Officials are currently investigating the incident.

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Ex-HISD Trustee and Others Found Liable in Civil Bribery Case ABC 13

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ormer long-time HISD trustee Larry Marshall and several conspirators were found liable in civil Federal Court for participating in a criminal enterprise. After weeks of hearing evidence, a jury declared that Marshall and others owe as much as $5 #IWalkWithNatasha: 300 Students Escort Young Woman to Class After She Reports Racial Harassment on Baylor Univ. Campus Good Black News

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atasha Nkhama, a Baylor University student, was attacked by a student and called the N-word while walking around campus earlier this week. Nkhama also said that when confronted by a nearby student, her attacker replied, “Like what … I’m just trying to make America great again.” As word of the incident spread throughout campus, students arranged a plan to escort Nkhama to her Friday morning class using the hashtag #IWalkWithNatasha. Hundreds of people showed up — including some whose professors let them leave class early to help out.

Texas Board of Education Shoots Down Controversial Mexican-American Studies Textbook Fox News Latino

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h e Te x a s B o a r d of Education has unanimously rejected a Mexican-American studies textbook that experts say is rife with factual errors and anti-Hispanic bias.

They said that the textbook, entitled “Mexican American Heritage,” promotes the stereotype that Mexicans are inferior and relies on authors who have no expertise in Mexican-American studies.

Wednesday’s 14-0 preliminary move must still be affirmed by a final vote Friday. But it likely dooms a textbook that has long been disputed.

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million to a company that claimed it did not get jobs as an HISD vendor because the company’s president, Gil Ramirez, did not pay bribes to Marshall. Alongside Marshall, others, including HISD vendor David “Pete” Medford and consultant Joyce Moss Clay were Marshall found liable for civil unlawful conspiracy, racketeering and a slew of other charges.

Cardinal DiNardo To Lead US Catholic Bishops Houston Public Media

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he nation’s Roman Catholic bishops have chosen a Texas cardinal as their new top leader.

Cardinal Daniel DiNardo of the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston was elected Tuesday as president of the U.S. Conference of Catholic DiNardo Bishops. Among his duties will be guiding the bishops’ relationship with President-elect Donald Trump. DiNardo succeeds Archbishop Joseph Kurtz of Louisville, Kentucky, who is completing his three-year term. The bishops’ president does not set conference policy. But the choice of leadership is seen as indicating the direction the bishops want for the American church and how far they’ve gone toward following the priorities set by Pope Francis.

USGS: Largest Oil Deposit Ever Found in U.S. Discovered in Texas (USA Today) he U.S. Geological Survey recently discovered the largest T continuous oil and gas deposit

ever found in the United States, officials said Tuesday.

The agency announced that the Wolfcamp shale, located in the Midland Basin portion of Texas’ Permian Basin, contains 20 billion barrels of oil and 1.6 billion barrels of natural gas liquid.

“The fact that this is the largest assessment of continuous oil we have ever done just goes to show that, even in areas that have produced billions of barrels of oil, there is still the potential to find billions more,” said Walter Guidroz, program coordinator for the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) Energy Resources Program.

The oil is worth around $900 billion at current prices, Bloomberg News reported.

‘Don’t Mess with Texas’ Commemorative Coins Promote Anti-litter Message KPRC rare that a phrase is literally but such is the case Iwitht’scoined, “Don’t mess with Texas.”

Now in its 30th year, the Texas Department of Transportation’s world-famous, anti-littering slogan is now available as a commemorative coin. TxDOT said the coin not only makes a unique gift, but also reminds its recipients to keep Texas roadsides beautiful and litter-free. Produced by Charitable Mint, the coins are available in silver and gold, and bear the worldfamous “Don’t mess with Texas” slogan on one side and the Texas state seal on the other.

BUSINESS BRIEFS Mayor Turner Announces Agreement with Uber to Remain in Houston Style Newswire

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ayor Sylvester T u r n e r announced a comprehensive strategy to streamline the City’s vehicle-forhire licensing process to ensure that Uber remains in Houston and that Houstonians and visitors have as many transportation options as possible during the upcoming Super Bowl. As part of the plan, Uber has committed to continuing operations in Houston with the use of fingerprint background checks through the Super Bowl. Mayor Turner also announced the launch of Arro, the City’s official multimodal transportation app, which will help make the City’s fleet of over 9,000 taxi and limo drivers more readily accessible to the general public. Building on Top Taxi, Houston First’s initiative to improve the quality and customer service of Houston’s taxi industry, Arro will help transform the taxi experience in Houston.

Chili’s Apologizes After Manager Takes Vet’s Meal CNN/Style Newswire

ahead of the Los Angeles Auto Show. The Chevy Bolt, which is expected to go on sale by the end of this year, is General Motors’ new all-electric compact car.

The Bolt has an EPA-estimated 282 miles of driving range on a full charge. With prices starting at about $37,500 -- or $30,000 after federal tax incentives -the Bolt is considered the first relatively inexpensive long-range electric vehicle. Electric drive gives the 200 horsepower Bolt quick-feeling acceleration and nearly silent performance.

Black-Owned Restaurant Facing Boycott After Catering a Trump Event Blackbusiness.org

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S Army veteran Ernest Walker went to his local Chili’s restaurant for a hamburger. Instead, he was denied a meal after an altercation over his service record. The chain has since apologized. Chili’s has a policy of providing veterans a free meal every Veterans Day. Walker said he was disrespected at the restaurant’s Cedar Hill, Texas, location when a man wearing a Donald Trump shirt interrupted his meal and challenged his service record, the veteran posted on his Facebook page. The man eventually got the restaurant manager involved. The manager, after an exchange, took the meal away. A video of the exchange was later posted online.

Chevrolet Bolt Named Motor Trend Car of the Year CNN/Style Newswire

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achievements. The entrepreneurs strongly believe that motivation is what led them to set their own personal goals for achievement, including becoming a successful entrepreneur.

Fashion Entrepreneur Reveals How She Funded Her Idea to Target Plus-Sized and Curvy Women Blackbusiness.org

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hef Don Studvent, a Black business owner in Detroit, Michigan, is under fire for catering an event for Donald Trump’s son. His 7-year old restaurant, the 1917 American Bistro, serves wellprepared dishes ranging from grilled shrimp, salmon and chicken to blackened or deep-fried catfish. But they are facing a potential boycott by other African Americans and other protestors against Donald Trump’s presidency. People are accusing him of “selling out” and postings on Facebook started to appear calling for people to boycott his restaurant and catering service. Studvent believes that “business is business” and has nothing to do with politics, but the public has turned the event into a political issue.

Entrepreneurs Create Mobile App That Pays Students for Getting Good Grades Blackbusiness.org

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ased in Pennsylvania, African American entrepreneurs Trevor Wilkins and Logan Cohen have created an amazing app called Kudzoo that motivates students to do well in school. The app, which is free to download, allows students to upload their report cards and be rewarded with deals, giveaways, scholarship opportunities, concert tickets, and once in a lifetime experiences based on their grades and

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amille Newman, is the founder of Pop Up Plus, a very successful online fashion business that sells dresses (and confidence) to plus-sized and curvy women. Camille funded her business with her personal savings, a micro-loan from CAMBA, and she also won $10,000 at a Black Enterprise elevator pitch competition. But she got most of her financial assistance from Shopify Capital, a flexible cash advance program available to qualifying merchants.

To qualify for this program, merchants using the Shopify platform to sell their products online must have a reputable sales history.

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HISPANIC/LATINO COMMUNITY BRIEFS 115th Congress to Feature 38 Latino Members Style Newswire

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atino representation in the highest levels of our legislative branch will increase, with the 115th Congress set to feature the largest class of Latinos in history. The U.S. House of Representatives will feature five more Latino members following Election 2016 than in the 114th Congress, increasing from 29 to 34. In Congress’ upper chamber, Latinos made a historic gain this election, electing the nation’s first Latina to serve in the U.S. Senate. Latino voters in Nevada played a critical role in helping to elect Catherine Cortez Masto, resulting in a significant milestone for the Latino community in Nevada and nationwide.

Social Media Rips Into Lil’ Kim for Saying She’s ‘a Spanish Girl Trapped in a Black Girl’s Body’ Fox News Latino

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oor Lil’ Kim is getting ripped on social media after posting a video tweet in which she says she’s, “a Spanish girl Lil Kim trapped in a black girl’s body.”

“I’m all mixed up, girl,” the rapper adds, laughing. She then sings a song in error-filled Spanish and does a couple of moments of flamenco dance moves. What may have been a joke in Lil’ Kim’s mind set off a firestorm of memes and outraged responses directed at the singer, model, songwriter and record producer from the BedfordStuyvesant neighborhood in Brooklyn.

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A TV Series About Selena’s Life Is In The Works The Huffington Post – Latino Voices

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ccording to Deadline, there’s a TV adaption based off Selena Quintanilla’s widower Chris Perez’s biography To Selena, with Love in the works. Endemol Shine North America and Major TV opted for the television Selena rights to Perez’ 2012 book, which gives an intimate look at the singer’s life and the love story she shared with her husband before her death. “To Selena, with Love allowed me to finally embrace my experience and understand the void it could fill in the hearts of so many others. I am now ready to take the important step of being fully transparent and bringing my everlasting relationship to life on the screen.”

Educator Eduardo Padrón to Receive Presidential Medal of Freedom NBC News

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iami Dade College President Eduardo Padrón has been selected to receive the Presidential Medal of Freedom for his work in higher education and making it accessible and inclusive, Padron the White House announced Wednesday.

Padrón is credited with strengthening Miami Dade College and raising its national status. The college enrolls and graduates more minority students than any other institution in the United States, according to a statement issued by Amando Bucelo, chairman of

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Leslie Grace Conquers the Heart of Mexico Style Newswire

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eslie Grace conquered the hearts in Mexico, performing her music there for the first time as a featured artist on tour with her friend Grace and fellow Latin music star, Colombian singer songwriter Maluma. The tour gave Leslie the opportunity to play three sold out concerts at the legendary Auditorio Nacional in Mexico City, in addition to stops in major Mexican cities including Culiacan, Monterrey, Hermosillo, Merida, Puebla and San Luis Potosi, among others.

Mexico: Congressional Committee Nixes Same-Sex Marriage Proposal NBC News

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committee in Mexico’s lower house of congress on Wednesday rejected a proposal by President Enrique Peña Nieto for legalizing same-sex marriage nationwide. Peña Nieto’s proposal for same-sex marriage sparked massive demonstrations by both opponents and supporters. The measure on enshrining same-sex couples’ right to wed in the constitution was defeated 19-8, with one abstention, in the Commission on Constitutional Matters.

‘DREAMer of the Year’ Dascha Polanco Talks Giving Back to Her Community

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iving back to your community can be very fulfilling, something Dascha Polanco understands very well. She was recently honored at the K.I.D.S/Fashion Delivers annual gala and The DREAM Project (Dominican Republic Education

Miami Dade College’s board of trustees.

and Mentoring Project) for her activist contributions. Polanco was one of many who helped The K.I.D.S./Fashion Delivers annual gala rise over $1.7 million to help children and families challenged by poverty and natural disaster.

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The DREAM Project (Dominican Republic Education and Mentoring Project) honored her as its “DREAMer of the Year.”

She was recognized for her philanthropic work, including a new theater and arts program she is developing for youth in the Dominican Republic in collaboration with DREAM.

Being a Dominican woman who came to the U.S. as a young immigrant, Polanco had a dream – one she’s living as a famed actress. Now she can empower her people to do the same. “One of the things that was instilled in me since I was in kindergarten was education. Because no one can take away my degrees, no one can take away my educational experience. I know how to act in different social environments. I know how to research.

I enjoy learning and it’s great as a person to cultivate your mind,” Polanco said.

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Chef Marcus Samuelsson Brings the Hustle of Food to Houston

Pope, Culinary Writer

ood has always surrounded the life of Chef Marcus Samuelsson. Since he could put one foot in front of the other he has been engrossed in the art of food from catching it to prepping it to serving it to others for enjoyment.

No wonder he is one of the world’s greatest chefs.

His eclectic background allows his entrees to have the international flair of Ethiopia mixed with the American hodgepodge of New York and bits of other places here and there. Allowing his to be much more than just a showcase of food but one that highlight art, beauty, and fashion.

With just one meeting with Chef Samuelsson and his zeal for food is highly apparent. It is almost like he is about to explode because he loves the culinary industry so much.

So imagine my excitement when I found out I would be speaking with the genius himself. Yes, I felt like I was about to explode.

I met Chef Samuelsson at the brunch he was hosting for two of his protégés turned restaurant owners - Terrence Gallivan and Seth Gardner of Pass and Provisions located at 807 Taft Street in Houston. Always having his hand in everything, Chef Samuelsson was wearing two hats that day – one of an accomplished chef and the other as a warrior of words as an author. In between tales of his love for people, his work in the food industry, gratitude for those involved in his journey, Chef Samuelsson focused on food and the hustle, the inspiration behind his new book “The Red Rooster Cookbook, The Story of Food and Hustle in Harlem.”

The title was inspired by his restaurant of the same name that he opened in his old neighborhood of Harlem. Others may have seen this project as just another restaurant but Chef Samuelsson saw more. It was a place for the meeting of minds of uptown and downtown Harlem. A place where all the different cultures, nationalities, and background come meet for one big exchange allowing food to be the backdrop.

“Named after a historic neighborhood speakeasy, the modern Rooster reflects all of that, from the local art showcased on its walls, to the live music blaring from its performance spaces, to the cross-cultural food on its patrons’ plates and the evocative cocktails in their hands,” said Chef Samuelsson.

The Red Rooster cookbook takes that concept one step further. In his book, Chef Samuelsson tells a story as opposed to just compiling recipes. Oh, the recipes are tantalizing.

Just think about making Brown Butter Biscuits, Chicken and Waffles, Jerk Bacon and Baked Beans, Latino Pork and Plantains, Chinese Steamed Bass and Fiery Noodles, Ethiopian Spice-Crusted Lamb, and Rum Cake in your kitchen. Can you taste it? Scrumptious! However, the book is more than just about cooking food.

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It gives food a musical playlists of sorts by such artists as The Rolling Stones, Big Mama Thornton, Stevie Wonder, and Dionne Warrick to really convey the essence of New York. And the photographic visuals put you right in the heart of Harlem so that you too can be enamored with the city.

It was an honor to hang on the words of Chef Samuelsson and even bigger honor to enjoy his food. Knowing Chef Samuelsson was in the house the lobby of Pass and Provisions was pretty packed. My party and I found a way to ease that vibe with a few libations from the bar that served two signature cocktails “The Brown Stoner,” which consisted on Cherry Heering, St. Germain, and Nutmeg Bourbon, and the “Hopston on Sunshine”, which was made with Tequila, grapefruit, and 8th Wonder Hopston. I opted for the second of the two aforementioned libations and it was the perfect warm-up for the food that would soon grace our plates. The tequila played well with the grapefruit, the citrus flavor was light and rather refreshing.

I started my culinary journey at Pass and Provisions with the P& P Kolaches, which were presented as a variety on the table of plain, sausage, and fig preserves. The first appetizer to arrive was the “Double Dragon Rice,” which contained lightly fried rice, sautéed shrimp, and garnished with fresh cilantro. The rice had a nice crunch, almost crispy texture to each bite, and was packed with flavor. The shrimp appeared to be bright pink and according to the census of my table they were cooked perfectly.

Shortly thereafter, the “Chicken and Waffles” made it to our plates. The chicken was

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fried, crispy, golden brown to perfection, with a few chicken livers, that added just a little contrast in texture to each bite. These waffle was slightly sweet but did not overpower the savory morsels of the fowl. I have had a lot of chicken and waffles and this was unlike any I have had. Definitely, a plus in my book!

Finally, after polishing off the main course, we were greeted with the “Rooster Donut,” which was filled with sweet potato cream. In my view, the donut didn’t need the cream; the texture of the bread was akin to a croissant on the outside, while the inside was rather soft. This treat paired so well with a robust cup of the house coffee, which in my opinion made the meal a complete success.

It was obvious that Chef Samuelsson taught his students well.

Chef Samuelsson was a gracious host and I was thrilled to learn so much about food and the hustle. I can’t wait to dive more into his story with his cookbook, “The Red Rooster Cookbook, The Story of Food and Hustle in Harlem.”

Learn more about the amazing Chef Marcus Samuelsson, who is merging food with music and art to give foodies an unforgettable experience. Visit his website: marcussamuelsson. com/ for more information on him and how to order the cookbook. Taste the work of his protégées at Pass and Provisions by visiting their digital space at passandprovisions.com/#/thepass.

Follow Team Style Magazine on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram for more of my culinary adventures in this great city one bite at a time.

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he Women Contractors Association (WCA) held their annual event in celebration and appreciation of elected officials in the Houston region. It was standing-room only as hundreds of elected officials poured into Grappino’s restaurant mingling and networking with the Contractors and guests. Jacquie Baly serving as Mistress of Ceremonies recognized and thanked the various Federal, State, County, Regional and City leaders for their service.

Among the many VIPs in attendance were: State Senator Sylvia Garcia, State Representatives

Carol Alvarado, Ana Hernandez, Dr. Alma Allen, Ron Reynolds, Armando Walle, Ed Thompson, Gene Wu and Rick Miller, Harris County District Attorney Devon Anderson, Harris County Attorney Vince Ryan, Harris County Tax Assessor Mike Sullivan, Harris County Clerk Stan Stanart, Judge Debra Mayfield, Houston City Councilmembers Steve Le, Robert Gallegos, Dwight Boykins, City Controller Chris Brown, SMISD Trustee Xavier Herrera, Pearland’s Mayor Pro Tem Gary Moore, and Pearland Councilmembers Greg Hill and Derrick Reed. *Women Contractors Association (WCA)- WCA is a non-profit organization composed of women owners and decision-making executives within the construction industry. Their informative meetings provide networking opportunities and valuable information specific to the construction industry and the small business owner.

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eing a responsible kid has its rewards.

First, there’s the feel-good; you did well, and you can be proud of yourself. That leads to the second benefit: adults see your responsibility, and you’ll have earned their trust. And in the new book “Little Shaq: Star of the Week” by Shaquille O’Neal, illustrated by Theodore Taylor III, there are other bonuses, too.

It was Friday, and Little Shaq was excited but not because it was almost the weekend. He was excited because it was Walter’s last day as their class’s Star of the Week, and Little Shaq was sure he’d be chosen next. Part of the job was taking care of Flopsy, the class rabbit, but that wasn’t what Little Shaq Shaq looked most forward to. He thought Show and Tell was the best part of being Star of the Week.

For months, Little Shaq had been saving things to “show.”

When Mrs. Terpenny announced his name, Little Shaq was happy but nervous, too; his first important task was to take Flopsy home, and that was a big responsibility. But when Little Shaq noticed a poster about a Pet Fair in the neighborhood, he had an idea: maybe, if he did a good job with Flopsy, his parents would finally let him get a pet.

For awhile, Little Shaq had been asking for a

OBITUARY

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wen Ifill, the veteran journalist and newscaster who co-anchored “PBS NewsHour,” has died, PBS said Monday.

Ifill, 61, broke gender and racial barriers and became a role model for journalists across the country. She had been battling endometrial cancer while covering this year’s presidential election.

PBS said in a statement that she died Monday “surrounded by family and friends.”

“Gwen was one of America’s leading lights in journalism and a fundamental reason public media is considered a trusted window on the world by audiences across the nation,” Paula Kerger, the PBS president and CEO, said.

“She often said that her job was to bring light rather than heat to issues of importance to our society,” Kerger said.

During a press conference on Monday, President Obama described Ifill as “an extraordinary journalist” who “always kept faith with the fundamental responsibilities of her profession, asking tough questions, holding people in power accountable, and defending a strong and free press that makes our democracy work.”

Ifill, who worked at The Washington Post, The New York Times and NBC News, became moderator of PBS’s “Washington Week in Review” in 1999. She was tapped to be the co-anchor of the “NewsHour” in 2013. Ifill and co-anchor Judy Woodruff were the first women to jointly lead a national nightly news broadcast.

Ifill also moderated the 2004 and 2008 vicepresidential debates, as well as a 2016 Democratic primary debate.

“Whether she reported from the convention floor or from the field, whether she sat at the debate moderator’s table or the anchor’s desk, she not only informed today’s citizens, she also inspired tomorrow’s journalists,” President Obama said. “She was an especially powerful role model for young women and girls who admired her integrity, her tenacity and her intellect, and for whom she blazed a trail as one half

Little Shaq: Star of the Week kitten of his own; all his friends had dogs or cats, and he loved animals. But then his mother pointed out that he needed to be reminded to do his chores and make his bed. How could he be responsible for a pet when he was so irresponsible with everything else?

It was a long week for Little Shaq, and it started when his brother, Tater, lost Flopsy. Then Little Shaq lost his voice, taking attendance. He was in charge of afternoon snacks and that got messed up, too. How could he ever show the adults in his life that he was a responsible kid after all?

Take out the garbage. Put away your toys.

Clean up the table. Make your bed. The list of chores is already a long one for your child so, go ahead, add another: read “Little Shaq: Star of the Week.” That’s a task he probably won’t mind.

In this latest series book, author Shaquille O’Neal turns his attention to another lesson for children to gently learn: work hard, and you may get what you want. Fortunately, kids won’t find this story to be too preachy or unreachy; O’Neal’s main character admits how hard it is to be responsible and how, sometimes, it’s no fun. Even so, there’s a happy ending to this story and its illustrations by Theodore Taylor III, and kids are set up nicely for the next installment.

Though there are some big words inside this book, I think early elementary schoolers should be able to tackle it and slightly older kids will enjoy it, too. At the end of a long, hard day, “Little Shaq: Star of the Week” will make a great reward.

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Veteran Journalist and PBS Newscaster Gwen Ifill Has Died of the first all-female network anchor team on network news.”

“I think we’re all diminished without Gwen,” C N N ’s G l o r i a B o rg e r, a longtime friend of Ifill’s, said after the news of Ifill’s passing was announced.

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Borger recalled that Ifill’s “preparation for those debates was stunning.”

“She was such a role model for me, and for so many people,” CNN’s Nia-Malika Henderson said.

“We all loved her,” CNN’s Jamie Gangel said, remembering Ifill as smart, funny and fearless.

Ifill was a pioneer for women and for African Americans in journalism, becoming the first African American woman to host a major political talk show when she took the helm at “Washington Week in Review.”

Her path to prominence was hard-fought: While in college in the late 1970s, Ifill secured an internship at The Boston Herald.

“They didn’t know what a college-educated black woman was and they didn’t know how to treat me,” she once told The Washington Post. One day, she told the Post, a staffer left her a note in the photo lab that said “Nigger go home.” The editors were so apologetic about the issue that they hired Ifill after her 1977 graduation, she recalled.

Ifill was scheduled to receive a prestigious award, the John Chancellor Award, at a Columbia University ceremony on Wednesday.

In a telephone interview, Ifill’s close friend Michele Norris remembered her as a dedicated journalist, someone who stayed true to the values of her craft amid wrenching changes across the news industry.

Ifill was diagnosed with cancer sometime at the end of 2015 or early in 2016, Norris said.

Ifill shared the news with family and friends but chose to keep the cancer battle private. In April, she had to take a leave of absence from the “NewsHour,”

for what were described as “ongoing health issues.”

Norris said Monday that this absence was due to complications from the treatment.

She returned to work in May, and within weeks she had an exclusive interview with President Obama.

But Ifill was forced to take another leave of absence last week. She was at hospice care in Washington, D.C. when she died on Monday, according to Sharon Percy Rockefeller, the president and CEO of WETA, which owns the “NewsHour.”

“I spent an hour with her this morning and she was resting comfortably, surrounded by loving family and friends,” Rockefeller said in an internal memo.

Rockefeller said she “conveyed to Gwen the devoted love and affection of all of us at WETA/NewsHour. Let us hold Gwen and her family even closer now in our hearts and prayers. I have loved knowing and working with Gwen and will always cherish her memory.”

Community Tributes: Friday, November 18, 2016 6 PM - 10 PM Family, friends and colleagues will gather at Metropolitan AME Church for community tributes to Ifill. The Rev. Dr. Ronald E. Braxton, Presiding Elder of the Potomac District, Washington Conference and a former pastor of Metropolitan, will preside over the tributes.

Service of Celebration: Saturday, November 19, 2016 11 AM The Rt. Rev. William P. DeVeaux, retired AME Church Bishop and a former pastor of Metropolitan, will preside.

The family requests in lieu of flowers that donations be made to establish a Memorial Scholarship fund at Metropolitan AME Church. Checks should be made payable to: Metropolitan AME Church, memo line: “In memory of Gwen Ifill.” Mail to: Metropolitan A.M.E. Church 1518 M Street, NW Washington, DC 20005 or Rev. Earle Ifill, P. O. Box 92485 Atlanta, GA 30314 Cards and messages of condolence may be sent to the address above.

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Your Signature Sipz: The Co-Star of Every Great Meal

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hat makes a good meal great? Your accompanying beverage to wash all that flavor down. This week’s culinary makes shines like your drinks, the co-star to every great meal. I give you Drinking with Style!

We are giving you foodies a great way to wash all of yummy-goodness in a fun innovative way! Have you ever been on Facebook scrolling/trolling when all of a sudden you catch one of those Tipsy Bartender Videos? You look at those amazing drinks they are making right before your eyes and you say to yourself, “I’m going to make this right now!” You get all your ingredients that the recipe calls for, go back to your home and get to grinding, pouring, and mixing. Once your drink is complete it looks just like the video. You take a sip and it is utterly disgusting. Either too strong, too weak, or too “I can’t put my finger on what’s missing.” Well have no fear, Signature Sipz is here and #TeamStyleMag was a part of its first graduating Class In A Glass.

Signature Sipz is a beverage manufacturing company that specializes in creating signature cocktails.

The vision, created by celebrity mixologist Hope Foster, sky-rocketed when she created signature cocktails for Real Housewives of Atlanta star, singer/actress, Kandi Burruss. From then on she has been helping celebrities find their Signature Sipz.

So what is Class In A Glass?

Class In A Glass is a fun interactive class where you learn how to not only make cocktails that TASTE as good as they LOOK but you gained the basic beverage knowledge and tools to help you create some of your favorite cocktails.

Plus you learn a thing or two to put just the right spin to make it your very own signature cocktail.

During this class, you can expect to taste a variety of spirits and wine, learn what cocktail pairs best with what entree, and enjoy music and games. At the end of the class, you graduate with a certificate.

We love Class In A Glass for a couple of reasons:

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A. The Class: First, it’s a perfect innovate gift Idea. Instead of getting the usual, how about spending intimate time with your favorite people learning to make yours/their favorite drinks.

B. Your Own Signature Sip: Second, the holidays are coming up and people are looking forward to the food. Maybe cooking isn’t your particular strength, how awesome would it be to surprise your family with a signature cocktail they will be talking about for years to come. The class allows you to mix your way to your own signature sip.

C. Share! Third, you can actually bottle your Signature Sipz in cute packaging with your very own name and share them with your loved ones.

So there you have it! This is not your typical “How To Mix” class, Signature Sipz leveled up when it came to Drinking With Style! Now you can wash down your beans, greens, tomatoes, and/or potatoes with your signature sip. Learn more about Signature Sipz or get more info on a Class In A Glass by calling 512-6675439. Follow them on Instagram @SignatureSipz

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TRAVEL

By Reginald Dominique, Video/Social Media Editor

Santa Fe, New Mexico: “The Different City”

was dubbed “The Different City” in 1914. With 20 tubs and cold plunges with professional therapists percent of the city deemed as a historic district, all on hand to perform many types of massages and buildings follow the same building codes which treatments. Rooms aren’t only luxe, but have make the architecture timeless as its blended a contemporary Asian look to tie in with the culture come to life in numerous festivals, events Japanese theme. Whether you are getting a move and local traditions like The Burning of Zozobra, on with hiking, soaking away your stress or just created in 1924. want to find yourself still in nature, whatever your

With the exception of Amazing Culture body and soul needs, Santa Fe will help you find and History, in town you can find The Santa Fe it.

Plaza which is a National Historic Landmark in Of course, you can’t do Santa Fe without downtown Santa Fe. Essentially serving as the experiencing their cuisine! From roasted chile heartbeat of the city, The Plaza is the perfect to tamales, you are in for a treat with special example of traditional Spanish-American colonial flavors and excellent spirited pairings. During he capital of New Mexico isn’t quite as cities. The plaza was originally, and is still to our trip, we had the opportunity to dine at several large as many state capitals, but, what it this day, the center gathering place in town. Near amazing restaurants but nothing was more lacks in size, it more than makes up for the Plaza you will find the New Mexico History magical then cooking up our own Northern New in beauty and uniqueness. Santa Fe, the second- Museum which is connected to the Palace of the Mexico Food at the Santa Fe School of Cooking.

Seated in front of the demonstration kitchen, oldest city and oldest capital in the U.S., has our group of journalists watched as Chef Micah approximately 80,000 residents. Voted as one of prepared an authentic meal before our eyes. the Top 10 Friendliest Cities in the United States, Over the course of two hours, we learned tips you will hardly need an excuse to visit Santa Fe, for making mole’, choosing peppers, roasting but if you must insist, the city thrives with worldchile pepper, while listening to stories told that class restaurants, spas, performing art venues, intertwined the food with the rich history and shops, art galleries and rich culture/history. Also, culture that is Santa Fe. Oh, and we sipped on voted as one of the top 10 high altitude cites in local wines as the yummy aroma filled the room! the world, Santa Fe can easily satisfy the most

The last hour was dedicated to eating! adventurous and active soul. The blending of Perfectly plated meals were assembled on the Hispanic, Native American, and Anglo cultures counter and brought to our table. From the provide a wealth of Santa Fe events and attractions Corn Bisque soup to the Tamales, it was a great for visitors. With so many things to do and see, experience and a fantastic meal.

Santa Fe literally has adventure for everyone.

On a very personal note:

Upon receiving an invite to attend the

Whether you are visiting Santa, New “Only In Santa Fe” press trip, my first thought Governors, the Georgia O’Keeffe Museum and Mexico for the 40 different festivals or fiesta, the was, “What is there to do there”? My immediate instinct was to Google the city and see what was the St. Francis Cathedral with its iconic spiral 250 plus art galleries, 325-plus days sunshine or to offer. I stumbled across key words like, “The staircase at the Loretto Chapel which are all a the 400 plus restaurants and fabulous bars, there is no doubt that you will fall in love with this Plaza”, “Canyon Road” and “The Railyard – must see!

After exploring the historic downtown magical city. #TeamStyleMag would love to give Guadalupe District”. Not knowing much about the area, take a trip to the location of the legendary a loving shout out to the Lou Hammond Group state or city, my goal was to explore Santa Fe like Santa Fe Trail and continue towards Museum Hill for the gracious invite and Cynthia Delgado and where you will find the Museum of Indian Arts John Feins of Santa Fe Tourism Bureau. Also, & Culture and Museum of International Folk Art. thank you to La Posada de Santa Fe and Hotel St. Upon entering the Museum of International Folk Francis for the lovely accommodations.

Art, I was immediately drawn in by the exhibits.

Personally, it was one of the highlights of the press trip for me. Founded by Florence Dibell Bartlett and opened to the public in 1953, it has gained national and international recognition as the home to the world’s largest collection of international folk art.

Santa Fe is the perfect destination for relaxation and rejuvenation. With 3 of Santa Fe’s spas named as the “Top Best Hotel Spas” by USA Today, it is easy to say that Santa Fe is the ideal destination for relaxing, detoxing, and getting a local by getting acquainted with its most beloved away from it all. While visiting “The Different attractions. I quickly realized that Santa Fe is a City” I got a chance to experience this first hand paradise for lovers, history buffs (like me), culture with a spa day at the Ten Thousand Waves Spa. explorers and outdoors enthusiast. Being 400 plus Ten Thousand Waves is a small, secluded property years old, Santa Fe’s history is some of the oldest with a Japanese-style spa and 12 guest rooms in the country. Santa Fe, which means Holy Faith, nestled in a mountainside pine forest just outside of Santa Fe. The grounds are dotted with soaking mwww.StyleMagazine.com oc.enizagaMelytS.www 4102 ,6 Nov 2 yr17 aur-bNov eF-023 2 y, r2016 aurbeF B egaP15

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he high is 82 without a cloud in the sky. The leaves in the trees are slightly swaying from side-to-side. It is the perfect weather to let your top down and enjoy the ride. That was my situation behind the 2016 Volkswagen Beetle Dune convertible for one week I had fun, fun, fun in the sun and getting to know the little love bug. And I am smitten. Now it is your turn to find out why so many can’t help but love the bug.

My Beetle arrived in the cutest of colors old gold. My Prairie View A&M University panthers would reference it as PV gold with black trim. The black strip down the sides of the doors took the bug from being cute and adorable to giving it edgy, street cred. The newer models of the Beetle have a longer, lower, wider body to further enhance a look of masculinity and toughness.

The Beetle Dune Convertible is a special edition of the iconic car that is powered by a turbocharged 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine that produces 170 horsepower and 184 pound-feet of torque. EPA-estimated fuel economy is 25 mpg city and 34 mpg highway. Performance is really astonishing in the car as it accelerates from zero to 60 mph in under 8 seconds. It is quicker than most in its segment. Standard on the series is 18-inch wheels, a comfort-oriented suspension, unique exterior styling, LED taillights, sports seats, “V-Tex” upholstery with cloth inserts, and front and rear parking sensors.

Driving the Beetle is smooth and powerful.

Steering is responsive. Shift controls are fluid. It got me where I needed to go nicely. The Beetle Dune is special because its rear track is about 0.2 inches longer

Loving the Bug: Review of the 2016 Volkswagen Beetle Dune Convertible cubic feet to make accommodations for the powerretractable hard top that folds down in 10 seconds. A trade off that I am willing to take any day. Event with a smaller diameter in the trunk, I was still able to put two small carry-on bags in the back.

I was a huge fan of the inside of the Volkswagen Beetle Dune because of the attention to detail. I hate just having one color scheme in a car. Manufacturers did a great job of putting old gold accents in the right places to showcase them well. Adding to the fun of this vehicle was the MIB II infotainment system.

and its suspension lifts floor higher. I was highly impressed that something so small could pack such major power. I never felt like I was missing anything I wanted in the performance of this vehicle.

Standard on the Volkswagen Beetle is antilock disc brakes, traction and stability control, front side airbags and side curtain airbags. A rearview camera

and a blind-spot warning system come standard on most models. I found those to be helpful when backing up to park. I know you like it should be easy to park since it is compact. And it is but because of the swoop down trunk sometimes your vision behind you can be impaired so the camera helps. I drove the Beetle free from nerves because I knew if something was up so was a notification.

Alerts like automatic crash notification, roadside assistance, stolen vehicle location, remote door unlocking and geo-fencing pop up to keep you safe and cautious on the road.

What surprised me most with the Volkswagen Beetle was the space inside. I always assumed the vehicle was small and not spacious for tall adults.

This is why we shouldn’t make assumptions because the Beetle actually has a lot of room. Plus the seats are plush and oh so comfortable. The Beetle has people space but also stuff space. The cargo area has 15.4 cubic feet.

However, that space is cut in convertibles to 7.1

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This system is housed on a 6.3-inch screen built into the dash and uses Volkswagen Car-Net connectivity.

Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and MirrorLink are available for pairing. The touchscreen is easy to use and responsive to touches to make selections easier.

Upgrade your fun with the addition of the Technology package that includes a panoramic sunroof, dualzone automatic climate control, keyless entry and ignition and a Fender premium audio system. All this technology is needed in the digital world that we will live in. Volkswagen is keeping up with the times.

The Volkswagen Beetle is a classic that will always be in style and one that you can’t help but love. The base price of $23,995 just makes it more appealing. Check out the love bug at your local Volkswagen dealer or online at vw.com.

HEALTH

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outines help keep us focused, organized and healthy. However, if your health care routine doesn’t include preparing for Medicare’s Open Enrollment, now’s the time to kick-start a new healthy habit.

If you have a Medicare health or prescription drug plan, Open Enrollment runs Oct. 15 through Dec. 7.

During this time, you can make changes to your plan which will take effect Jan. 1, 2017. Even if you’re happy with your current coverage, you might find something that’s a better fit for

your budget or health needs. If you miss the Open Enrollment deadline, you’ll most likely have to wait a full year before you can make changes to your plan.

Here are five important things every Medicare bene-

Manage Your Medicare Open Enrollment ficiary can do to get into the Medicare Open Enrollment routine each year:

Review your plan notice. Be sure to read any notices from your Medicare plan about changes for next year, especially your “Annual Notice of Change” letter. Look at your plan’s information to make sure your drugs are still covered and your doctors are still in network.

Think ab out what matters most to you. Medicare health and drug plans change each year and so can your health needs. Do you need a new primary care doctor?

Does your network include the specialist you want for an upcoming surgery? Is your new medication covered by your current plan? Does another plan offer the same value at a lower cost? Take stock of your health status and determine if you need to make a change.

Find out if you qualify for help paying for your Medicare. Learn about programs in your state to help with the costs of Medicare premiums, your Medicare Part A (hospital insurance) and Medicare Part B (medical

insurance) deductibles, coinsurance and copayments, and Medicare prescription drug coverage costs. You can do this by visiting Medicare.gov or making an appointment with a local State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) counselor.

Shop for plans that meet your needs and fit your budget. Starting each October, you can use Medicare’s plan finder tool at Medicare.gov/ find-a-plan to see what plans are offered in your area. A new plan may: • •

Cost less Cover your drugs

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Let you go to the providers you want, like your doctor or pharmacy

If you find your current coverage still meets your needs, then you’re done. Remember, during Medicare Open Enrollment, you can decide to stay in Original Medicare or join a Medicare Advantage Plan.

If you’re already in a Medicare Advantage Plan, you can switch back to Original Medicare.

Check your plan’s Star Rating before you enroll. The Medicare Plan Finder is up-todate with the Star Ratings for Medicare health and prescrip-

tion drug plans. Plans are given an overall quality rating on a one to five star scale, with one star representing poor performance and five stars representing excellent performance. Star Ratings can be used to compare the quality of health and drug plans being offered.

For more information, call 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227) and say “Agent.” TTY users should call 1-877-486-2048. Help is available 24 hours a day, including weekends. If you need help in a language other than English or Spanish, let the customer service representative know the language. You can also visit a local SHIP counselor, who can provide free, oneon-one, non-biased Medicare assistance. Find one at medicare.gov/contacts/. Additional information about Medicare is available on the Medicare Facebook page and by following @ MedicareGov on Twitter.

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THE ENSEMBLE THEATRE HOUSTON, TEXAS

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he Greater Houston Black Chamber joined with the Asian Chamber of Commerce and the National Hispanic Professional Organization to host a membership mixer that full of “Salsa, Sake’ and Soul.” The fun filled night allowed attendees to make some great connections in a relaxed atmosphere.

HOUSTON MUSEUM OF AFRICAN AMERICAN CULTURE HOUSTON, TEXAS

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t was a sparkling night of inspiration and empowerment at the reception for the Stilettos and Champagne and Iron Woman Awards presented by This Woman’s Work. This was certainly a dress-to-impress event as shoes were on point. The reception featured live music, dancing and the I Can Awards presentation, recognizing a few outstanding women who have helped other women in the Houston community. Some in attendance were This Woman’s Work founder Carla Lane, Kelly Hodges, Lloyd Gite, Shekira Dennis, Wanda Adams, Loren Lane, Karen Carter Richards, Vanessa Reed, Kim Gagne, Crystal Hadnott, and Kim Roxie.

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TEXAS SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY HOUSTON, TEXAS

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dministrators from Texas Southern University (TSU) and the Houston Community College System (HCCS) signed a historic memorandum of understanding. The agreement provides the framework that will allow both institutions to ensure that students will have a seamless, cost-effective transfer from HCCS to TSU. Some in attendance were TSU President Dr. Austin Lane, TSU Board Chairman Derrick Mitchell, HCC Board of Trustees Chair Adriana Tamez, Ed.D., HCC Chancellor Cesar Maldonado, Ph.D., P.E., and HCC Trustee and two-time TSU alumnus Carolyn Evans-Shabazz, Ed. D.

MD ANDERSON’S CAMPUS HOUSTON, TEXAS

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he University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center celebrated its 75th anniversary at a sold-out gala with more than 2,000 guests raising nearly $14 million to support MD Anderson’s mission to end cancer. Vice President Biden provided remarks and received a special plaque commemorating the new Beau Biden Chair for Brain Cancer Research along with his wife, Dr. Jill Biden. Veteran newsman Bob Schieffer and actor Gerald McRaney emceed the gala. Remarks were given by TNT Sports reporter and cancer survivor Craig Sager; former Secretary of State James A. Baker, III; UT System Chancellor Bill McRaven; MD Anderson President Dr. Ronald A. DePinho and others.

Entertainment included performances by Reba McEntire, Yolanda Adams, Ana María Martínez, the Houston Symphony Orchestra, The Tenors, Encore Strings, Houston Celebration Chorus and Houston Children’s Chorus. Some in attendance were President George H.W. Bush, Dr. Alfred Yung, Dr. Ronald DePinho, U.S. Representatives Al Green, Gene Green, and Sheila Jackson Lee, Texas State Reps. Carol Alvarado and Boris Miles, Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner, Houston City Council members Ellen Cohen and Jack Christie, and former MD Anderson presidents.

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