Houston Style Magazine Vol 33 No 11

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Houston’s Premiere Weekly Publication, Since 1989

Volume 33 | Number 11

Complimentary

Jesse Jackson

Anniversary of Selma Reminds Us of How Democracy Is Defended

MISHA MCCLURE

Sheila Jackson Lee Continues to Fight For Reparations Bill

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COMMENTARY

ANNIVERSARY OF SELMA REMINDS US OF HOW DEMOCRACY IS DEFENDED

By Jesse Jackson, National Political Writer

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oliticians for both parties loudly praise the courage of Ukrainians defending their democracy from the Russian invasion.

Yet, bipartisan defense of democracy disappears when the question is democracy at home. March 7 marked the 57th anniversary of Bloody Sunday, when the police attack of a peaceful march of Blacks seeking the right to vote in Selma, Alabama, stirred the outrage that led to passage of the Voting Rights Act. Today the right to vote is once more in question.

We witness the second great drive to suppress voting in American history. The first came after the Civil War, when the Constitution was amended to free the slaves and guarantee the right to vote to African Americans. That sparked a vicious reaction across the South that enforced segregation and suppressed the right to vote for African Americans for more than 100 years.

Today, Republican politicians are making it harder to vote, particularly for those in urban areas, or on Native American reservations, or on college campuses. In July 2021, the Brennan Center reported that lawmakers had introduced at least 389 restrictive bills in 48 states in the 2021 legislative sessions”, while “17 states enacted 28 new laws that restrict access to the vote.”

Add brazenly partisan gerrymandering efforts given a free pass by right-wing judges on the Supreme Court. Worse, election officials across the U.S. are under assault. One in six have received threats of violence; one in three say they feel unsafe. Half of Republicans now agree in polls that force may be necessary to save America’s way of life. As President Joe Biden declared, “We’re facing the most significant test of our democracy since the Civil War.” The reason for the assault is clear.

After 2020, Republicans know that they are the

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minority and their prospects are getting worse as younger, more diverse voters come to the polls. In the last presidential election, Donald Trump captured a stunning 74 million votes, the second-largest total in our history, but Joe Biden – his voters roused largely by opposition to Trump – won 81 million.

When the House of Representatives took up legislation to revive the Voting Rights Act, what used to enjoy bipartisan support was passed only with a partisan divide. Similarly, when the Senate considered the For the People Act that would have created federal safeguards on voting rights, limiting the role of secret money in our politics and reined in gerrymandering, Republican Senator Mike Lee from Utah described it as a bill “written in Hell by the Devil himself.”

Republicans used a filibuster to block passage of both bills.

The anniversary of Selma reminds us of how democracy is defended. The Courts did not give African Americans the right to vote. Southern senators blocked any reforms at the federal level for years. In the states, police and organized terror enforced the suppression of Black votes.

African Americans won the right to vote because we and our allies marched for it, demonstrated for it, were beaten and died to gain it. And finally, after Selma, people of conscience across the country demanded that the country live up to its Constitution and its democratic ideals. That is when President Lyndon Johnson could overcome the filibuster and pass the Voting Rights Act. If the new voter suppression effort is to be overcome, it won’t come from the White House or the Congress. The Justice Department will do its best but will face obstruction from right-wing judges. In states controlled by Republicans, the onslaught is brazen and clear.

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Edmund Pettus Bridge, site of the Bloody Sunday civil rights riot, in Selma Alabama. Photo Getty What is needed now is massive, unrelenting, passionate organizing to register people to vote and to get them to the polls. Mobilized people won’t be intimidated. With organization, the tricks and traps passed to suppress the vote can be overcome. Workers will have to sacrifice if early voting hours are restricted. Urban voters will have to put up with long lines, since polling sites are being eliminated. Mail ballots will face more obstacles.

College students may need to organize the ID needed to qualify to vote on their campuses.

At stake is the direction of the country.

Republicans vote against raising the minimum wage, paid family leave, support for families with children, affordable day care, affordable prescription drugs, and fair taxes on the rich. They oppose action on catastrophic climate change. They vote against choice, civil rights, environmental and worker protections. They oppose tuition-free college and student debt relief.

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All of these are supported by the vast majority of Americans. So, Republicans try to make voting harder.

We don’t have to risk the bullets of the Ku Klux Klan or the billy clubs of Southern sheriffs as the marchers of Selma faced. We do have to organize to make our voices heard and our votes cast and counted. Historically, the core of the reform majority – African Americans, Hispanics, single women, the young – turn out in smaller numbers in off-year bi-elections. We can’t afford that this year. At stake is literally what kind of country we will live in. jjackson@rainbowpush.org.

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POLITICAL: REP. SHEILA JACKSON LEE:

“HOUSE HAS VOTES TO PASS REPARATIONS BILL”

By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent

Sheila Jackson Lee (D-Tex.), right, speaks at a hearing about reparations in 2019. (Pablo Martinez Monsivais/Associated Press)

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or several years Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee has picked up the mantle to lead efforts to create a commission to study reparations for African Americans, and now the Democrat from Texas and others believe they finally have the votes for passage in the U.S. House of Representatives.

“This has been a 30-plus year journey,” Congresswoman Jackson Lee declared.

“We had to take a different approach.

We had to go one by one to members explaining this does not generate a check.”

Congresswoman Jackson Lee said this week that there’s now enough votes in the House for passage of the historic piece of legislation.

If the measure passes and ultimately becomes law, it will create a commission that would hold hearings with testimony from those who support and oppose the idea.

“Reparations is about repair and when you repair the damage that has been done, you do so much to move a society forward. This commission can be a healing process. Telling the truth can heal America,” she said.

If the Senate doesn’t join the House in passing the bill, the congresswoman said she and others would push President Biden to sign an executive order to create the commission.

The White House didn’t immediately respond.

Congresswoman Jackson Lee added

that there has never been another time in which she has garnered so much support and momentum for H.R. 40, the reparations legislation that focuses on truth, racial healing, and transformation.

Congresswoman Jackson Lee recently reflected on the long-overdue redress to African descendants of slaves.

She also praised the resiliency of Black Americans.

“I want to give credit to the giants that were and are Black Americans. They are giants,” Congresswoman Jackson Lee declared.

“I want to give credit to the everyday mom and dad who get up every day and get to work and provide for their family. I’m going to give those who came up on the farms or stayed on the farm and raised nine and ten and twelve children,” she reflected.

The Congresswoman continued, “I want to give them the honor that they deserve, and that is to recognize the insurmountable odds that some of them had and how they continue to plant seeds of respect and dignity in their children.

“Has anyone addressed the question of slavery and its comprehensive impact on Black Americans in this country? This is what H.R. 40 will do.”

While the bill doesn’t place a monetary value on reparations, it does focus on truth, racial healing, and transformation.

The bill would fund a commission to study and develop proposals for providing reparations to African Americans.

The commission’s mission includes identifying the role of federal and state governments in supporting the institution of slavery, forms of discrimination in public and private sectors against freed slaves and their descendants, and lingering adverse effects of slavery on living African Americans and society.

Congresswoman Jackson Lee, who sits on numerous House committees, including the Judiciary, Budget, and Homeland Security, has made the reparations legislation her top priority during the 117th Congress.

“I think if people begin to associate this legislation with what happened to the descendants of enslaved Africans as a human rights violation, the sordid past that violated the human rights of all of us who are descendants of enslaved Africans, I think that we can find common ground to pass this legislation,” Congresswoman Jackson Lee pronounced.

“Can anyone imagine that we’ve never gotten a simple, effective, deeply-embedded, and well-respected apology?”

The Congresswoman is further encouraged by the support of the most co-sponsors (166) in the bill’s history, which dates back decades to former Democratic Rep. John Conyers Jr., of Michigan, who first introduced the legislation in 1969.

In an earlier NNPA interview, White House Senior Advisor to President Biden and Director of the Office of Public Engagement Cedric Richmond sounded an urgent tone about the administration’s commitment to ensure racial justice, accessibility, and equity concerning Black America.

Richmond told the Black Press that the administration supports Congresswoman Jackson Lee’s H.R. 40.

“We do support a commission and H.R. 40, We know we can’t wait. We have to start acting now,” Richmond declared. “We don’t need a study to tell us that systemic racism is out there. We don’t need a study to tell us that redlining in Black communities has been treated a lot differently.”

Richmond continued: “We don’t think the Black community should have to wait on a study, we need to deal with systemic racism right now and, yes, we support the commission, but it’s not going to stop us from acting right now.”

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BUSINESS: WELLS FARGO DONATES $20 MILLION TO STRENGTHEN SMALL BUSINESSES IN HOUSTON By www.StyleMagazine.com

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Diana Rosas, owner of Que Bonito Mexican and Fashion in Houston (Photo: Wells Fargo)

ells Fargo announced a $20 million donation to the Houston Fund for Social Justice and Economic Equity, also known as the Houston Equity Fund, to provide small business owners with new ways to grow and own more of their businesses. The Houston Equity Fund will distribute the funding in the form of grants towards the purchase of property, equipment and other tangible assets, supporting economic development in underserved communities. The funding is estimated to reach more than 500 small businesses in Houston.

The donation comes from Wells Fargo’s Open for Business Fund, a roughly $420 million national small business recovery effort with a focus on racially and ethnically diverse small business owners, who have been disproportionately affected by the pandemic. The fund was created from the gross processing fees that Wells Fargo received from Paycheck Protection Program loans made in 2020. Wells Fargo has donated funds to Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs) and

local nonprofits across the nation.

“Fostering an inclusive economic recovery and helping small businesses sustain themselves and grow in the wake of COVID‑19 is a priority for us,” said Charlie Scharf, Wells Fargo’s CEO. “As a company, we have a commitment to make the communities where we operate stronger, and to do it at a very local level. Today’s donation is one of the largest we’ve made from the Open for Business Fund, and we know it will make a difference for small business owners here in Houston.”

“Small businesses play an important role in the Houston economy and it is a benefit for our city to provide every tool needed to help them succeed,” said Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner.

“This Wells Fargo grant program will allow small business owners to innovate, expand, and evolve in a way that improves their investments while also maintaining our reputation as a great place for economic development and company growth.”

“Many people from diverse communities dream of being their own boss and creating

jobs for others, but those dreams seem impossible when you don’t have the basic resources or information to support your business,” said Diana Rosas, owner of Que Bonito Mexican and Fashion, who benefited from a women entrepreneurs program at the Houston Community College Foundation, a previous Open for Business Fund grantee. “The Open for Business Fund helped me gain knowledge to strengthen my business model, develop better money management skills, and enhance my marketing strategy. It was a blessing. I have the confidence to go to the next level.”

“The Houston Equity Fund is committed to bridging the gap in economic equity while simultaneously infusing hope into the business trajectory of underrepresented and under-resourced small businesses and nonprofits,” said Thomas Jones, Houston Equity Fund’s Board President.

“We are honored to work with Wells Fargo to make impactful and transformational change for minority-owned small businesses and nonprofit

organizations across our city.”

With the donation, The Houston Equity Fund aims to equip small business owners and nonprofits with capital to purchase commercial property, equipment and technology upgrades, particularly in underserved communities. For more information, visit houstonequityfund.com.

Wells Fargo’s Open for Business Fund has previously supported Houston small businesses through grants to LiftFund and the Houston Community College Foundation, and other local grants enabled nonprofits such as the University of Houston Foundation, Texas Black Expo, Impact Hub Houston, and the Association for the Advancement of Mexican Americans to serve entrepreneurs

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MISHA MCCLURE:

LEADING COMCAST HOUSTON'S DIGITAL EQUITY AND COMMUNITY PROGRAMS By www.StyleMagazine.com Newswire

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Misha McClure to Lead Digital Equity and Community Impact Programs As Comcast Houston's New Director of External Affairss [Photo Courtesy of Comcast Houston]

isha McClure will lead the Comcast Houston region’s digital equity and community impact programs as the new Director of External Affairs.

In this role, McClure will partner with community organizations to help advance Comcast Houston’s position as a digital equity leader through legacy programs that provide important resources residents and business owners need to be successful in a digital world. In 2021, Comcast invested more than $3.5M in Houston-area community organizations and local digital equity programs.

Serving others has always been a big part of who I am. I’m thrilled to advance our life-changing efforts to close the digital divide and lift-up income-constrained families with affordable and reliable high-speed broadband service. I’m also looking forward to working with our non-profit partners to further our shared efforts that help so many residents and customers." -- Misha McClure

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McClure is a proven public relations and community affairs leader with more than 15 years of experience. McClure joined Comcast nearly nine years ago. In her previous role as External Communications Manager, she created compelling and engaging content for a wide variety of audiences, including amplifying digital equity and community impact efforts through traditional, influencer and social media. Internally, McClure launched the Houston region’s MyAbilities Employee Resource Group and completed numerous leadership development courses.

“Misha has worked tirelessly to empower our community with information and programs that have truly made a difference,” Toni Beck, Comcast Houston’s Vice President of External Affairs, said.

“In her new role, Misha will continue that work while also blending in her infectious passion for building partnerships that will make the Houston region a more equitable place to live and work.”

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McClure received a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Mass Communication from Southern University in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. She serves on the Board for Easter Seals of Greater Houston.

She is a member of the Public Relations Society of America – Houston chapter and the National Association of Black Journalists.

In her free time, Misha enjoys traveling with her family. She volunteers with organizations to help them optimize and grow their brand.

To learn more about Comcast’s digital equity and community impact programs, visit houston.comcast.com.

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BUSINESS: H-E-B BREAKS GROUND ON NEW 118,000-SQUARE-FOOT STORE IN MCKINNEY By www.StyleMagazine.com

H-E-B breaks ground on new 118,000-square-foot store in McKinney (Photo: H-E-B)

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ayor George Fuller and other local officials to break ground on the new H-E-B store located on the northeast corner of Custer Road and Eldorado Parkway today. The new store is slated to open in late 2023. This will be the company’s third store currently under construction in the DFW Metroplex – all three located north of Dallas.

“We are thrilled to be breaking ground on our third store in Collin County in the vibrant community of McKinney,” said Juan-Carlos Rück, H-E-B executive vice president of North West Food Drug. “Our

company, just like the city of McKinney, has a rich history in Texas. We have a passion and commitment to serve the cities in which we operate. We look forward to adding more than 500 McKinney Partners to our H-E-B family and giving back to organizations that help this area thrive.”

After Dr. Mark Turman, executive director of the Denison Forum, blessed the land, H-E-B announced it will be donating $10,000 to each of the following nonprofit organizations to mark the occasion: Seed Project Foundation, Community Garden Kitchen, Love Life Foundation, Hugs Café, and City Church.

Local schools also took part in the ceremony.

McKinney High School’s MCJROTC, under the direction of Senior Marine Instructor, CWO-3 Ron McPhatter, presented the colors and the McKinney Boyd High School Jazz Ensemble, led by Vanessa Santamaria, associate director of bands, performed.

“It is an exciting day for our community as we break ground on this highly-anticipated store in the City of McKinney. H-E-B is famous for its wildly committed fanbase and unwavering commitment to the communities they serve,” said McKinney Mayor George Fuller. “We are proud to be part of the growing H-E-B family in Texas and give our residents more options to keep their dollars local.”

The exterior design of the new McKinney store has a modern, distinctive character, designed to integrate into the McKinney community. The unique property also has a tree preserve located between the store and residential neighbors to provide a natural buffer and privacy.

Distinct features will include a large dedicated curbside zone at the back of the store, a fuel station with car wash, Pharmacy drive-thru and a True Texas BBQ, H-E-B’s lauded barbecue restaurant that was named best barbecue chain in Texas by Texas Monthly and top barbecue chain in the nation by Thrillist.

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LOCAL: HARRIS COUNTY ATTORNEY CHRISTIAN MENEFEE JOINS AMICUS BRIEF SUPPORTING PARENTS OF TRANSGENDER CHILDREN MEDICINE CABNET By www.StyleMagazine.com

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Harris County Attorney Christian D. Menefee

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arris County Attorney Christian D. Menefee joined dozens of elected attorneys, law enforcement officials, and legal professionals from across the country in filing an amicus brief supporting a challenge to Texas Governor Greg Abbott’s recent directive requiring Texas’s child protective services agency to investigate and potentially criminalize parents who seek gender-affirming care for their children.

“The actions taken by Governor Abbott and Attorney General Paxton exploit transgender children, positioning them as political pawns without regard for the negative effects on their physical and mental health,” said Menefee. “No family in Texas should have to live in fear that the state will remove their child from a safe and loving home for seeking gender-affirming care. The Attorney General’s legal ‘opinion’ is bogus, and our state leaders should stop playing politics with Texas families.”

On February 22, the Harris County Attorney’s

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Office committed to following existing law and announced that they would not be investigating families solely on the basis of seeking gender-affirming care for their children.

About the Harris County Attorney's Office Christian D. Menefee serves as the elected, top civil lawyer for Texas’ largest county. The Harris County Attorney’s Office represents the county in all civil matters including lawsuits. Menefee leads an office of 250 attorneys and staff members. He entered office at 32 years old, making him the youngest person and first African American elected as the Harris County Attorney.

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HEALTH: 7 REASONS YOU NEED CBD IN YOUR MEDICINE CABNET By www.BlackDoctor.org

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ells Cannabidiol (CBD) is a cannabinoid chemical found naturally in cannabis (marijuana and hemp) plants. Below are 7 reasons why you should have CBD oil in your medicine cabinet.

1. CBD doesn’t induce the “high” sensation frequently associated with cannabis.

That sensation is induced by tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), a separate kind of cannabinoid.

2. Some individuals with chronic pain can use topical CBD products, particularly CBD oil, to control their symptoms.

Topical CBD oil products may decrease: • Pain • Inflammation • General distress connected to an assortment of health conditions 3. The research on CBD products and pain control has been encouraging.

CBD can propose an option for chronically pained individuals who depend on medications, such as opioids, that can be habit-forming and generate more side effects. Nevertheless, more investigation is required to confirm the pain-relieving advantages of CBD oil and other products.

Epidiolex, a medication prescribed for epilepsy, is the only CBD product on the market that the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has endorsed.

There aren’t any FDA-approved, nonprescription CBD products. They aren’t handled for purity and dosage like other medicines.

Keep reading to understand more about the possible advantages of CBD use for pain. You

can also speak with your physician to see if it’s an option for your situation.

4. CBD provides for chronic pain relief Everyone has a cell-signaling system known as the endocannabinoid system (ECS).

Some experimenters think CBD interacts with a core part of the endocannabinoid receptors in your brain and immune system.

Receptors are small proteins connected to your cells. They accept signals, primarily chemical ones, from various stimuli and help your cells react.

This reaction produces anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving effects that help with pain management. CBD oil and other products may help people with chronic pain, such as chronic back pain.

One 2018 study evaluated how well CBD operates to ease chronic pain. The study looked at analyses performed between 1975 and March 2018.

These examinations investigated different types of pain, including: • cancer pain • neuropathic pain • fibromyalgia Researchers concluded that CBD was useful in general pain management and didn’t cause adverse side effects based on these investigations.

5. CBD Can Be Used as a Cancer Treatment Aid Some individuals with cancer also utilize CBD. Research on mice has revealed that CBD can lead to the shrinking of cancerous tumors.

CBD is a viable option for relieving chemotherapy side effects, such as: • pain

• vomiting • lack of appetite 6. CBD Can Be Used for Migraine Pain Relief Investigations on CBD and migraine are limited. The current studies look at CBD when paired with THC, not when it’s used independently.

Nevertheless, results from a 2017 investigation suggest that CBD and THC can lead to less sharp pain and less severe pain for individuals with migraine.

In this two-phase investigation, some participants took a mixture of two compounds. One mixture had 9 percent CBD and almost no THC. The other mixture had 19 percent THC. Quantities were taken orally.

There was no effect on pain in phase I when the doses were under 100 mg. When the quantities were raised to 200 mg, sharp pain decreased by 55 percent.

In phase II, parties who received the mixture of CBD and THC compounds saw the commonness of their migraine episodes drop by 40.4 percent. The daily quantity was 200 mg.

The combinations were barely more effective than 25 mg of amitriptyline, a tricyclic antidepressant. Amitriptyline decreased migraine attacks by 40.1 percent in study participants.

Participants with cluster headaches also saw discomfort relief with the combination of CBD and THC blends, but only if they’d had a childhood record of migraine.

7. CBD Has Little-to-No Side Effects CBD doesn’t pose substantial hazards for users, and most

topical CBD products don’t penetrate the bloodstream.

However, specific side effects are conceivable, such as: • exhaustion • diarrhea • shifts in appetite • shifts in weight CBD may interact with: • particular over-the-counter (OTC) drugs • pharmaceutical medicines • dietary supplements Move with vigilance if any of your medicines or supplements have a “grapefruit warning.”

Grapefruit and CBD both interfere with enzymes that are essential to drug metabolism.

Like other medications and supplements, CBD may also raise your risk of liver toxicity.

Conclusion CBD oil is a great way to fight pain and inflammation. Speak with your doctor before using CBD oil or any new medications.

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CULTURE: HENNESSY AND ANTHROPOLOGIST MARLON F. HALL UNITE FOR THE 'THE ECOTONE OF STORY DINNER SERIES' IN SUPPORT OF LOCAL TASTEMAKERS

By Kathleen Coleman, Arts & Entertainment Editor, www.StyleMagazine.com

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Hennessy Salon Dinner Series at the Garden Club [Photo: Hennessey]

ennessy collaborated with Tulsa Artist Fellow and Community Anthropologist, Marlon F. Hall, as an extension to the More Is Made By The Many campaign (powered by Hennessy) designed to bring tastemakers of culture, community, film and art creatives, influencers and key individuals for an experience dedicated to highlighting culture within diverse communities.

“Marlon’s table is set to truly expand ones potential by the combined perspectives of those around each guest. This is, MORE is Made By The Many.” - Lillian Kemp, Regional Brand Manager, Hennessy.

The night was filled with a spectacular 4-course meal from

Chef Chris Williams. Williams and Lucille’s were recently tapped as a 2022 James Beard semifinalist. Each course was paired with craft cocktails presented by Hennessy, infused with intentionally designed conversations amongst a heart-picked guest list of individuals from distinct backgrounds, all while artists provided musical expression. Hall also provided information on his tenure as an artist and anthropologist and his journey that led him to curate over 40 of these dinners across the country over the years.

"We invite our guests to a shared mindset brought to life with one ever-expansive table, made up of many unique tables."

- Marlon F. Hall “Pick a card from this table that entails a quote that relates to you. Find the person in this room that has the same card as you and sit next to them at the table.” This prompt allowed the attendees of the night to cultivate conversations with someone from different and sometimes similar backgrounds and share thoughts that you may not usually share.

“Talk to your partner about your heritage and compare and contrast your stories.” This particular prompt provided a platform for attendees to share details about their unique ancestry and learn something about other cultures as well.

“Why do you have a seat at this table.” Hall presented an individual assessment of why it was important that each person present at the table was in attendance. Hall spoke to each attendee’s character and the unique quality they possessed.

Each prompt and conversation set the tone for an evening full of cross-pollinated experiences amongst peers including Hall himself.

“We can tell the worse stories to ourselves about ourselves. We have to nurture better storytelling because ‘story’ is the most consistent thread woven into the fabric of all cultures and people. ‘Story’ can hold culture in its palms and powerfully shape culture within its fingertips.” - Marlon F. Hall The Hennessy Salon Dinner Series will make its way to New Jersey (May 2022), Martha’s Vineyard (August 2022) and Art Basel (December 2022).

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HEALTH: MAYOR TURNER'S STATEMENT ON HUD FINDING THAT THE GLO DISCRIMINATES AGAINST COMMUNITIES OF COLOR By www.StyleMagazine.com

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ayor Sylvester Turner today agreed with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development's finding that the state's General Land Office (GLO) discriminated against communities of color when denying flood mitigation funding to Houston and Harris County.

"The city has no interest in fighting the state GLO because no one benefits.

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We are asking for our proportional share of flood mitigation dollars, and that is what HUD is saying. HUD is saying you cannot take the money we are sending to Texas because of Hurricane Harvey and then direct most of those proceeds out of Houston and Harris County, which experienced 50 percent of the damage. That doesn't make sense because it goes against the intent, and it benefits other communities that are not nearly as prone to flood as Houston Harris County," said Mayor Turner.

In its 13 page decision on a complaint filed by Texas Housers and Northeast Action Collective, HUD wrote, "The Department finds that the design and operation of the Competition discriminated on the basis of race and national origin. GLO utilized two scoring criteria that substantially and predictably disadvantaged minority residents,1 with particularly disparate outcomes for Black residents."

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"What HUD is saying to the state GLO is that you need to redo your matrix and get it right. If you don't, we'll turn it over to the U.S. Department of Justice," said Mayor Turner, who added, "when hurricanes come, and extreme weather events happen, they are not looking for a Democratic or Republican city or neighborhood.

In Hurricane Harvey, it did not matter if you lived in a poor or affluent community or Democratic or Republican neighborhood. Hurricane Harvey poured rain on the city of Houston across the board, 52 inches in about four days. HUD is saying to the GLO that the state's matrix is inherently discriminatory. That is what the city and Harris County have been saying for some time."

In May 2021, Mayor Turner joined Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo, Houston City Council Members, and Harris County Commissioners in sending a let-

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ter to the GLO to express disappointment that the state agency denied flood mitigation funding (CDBG-MIT) for the City of Houston and Harris County.

Mayor Turner and Harris County Commissioner Rodney Ellis also sent a letter to The Honorable Marcia L. Fudge, Secretary of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, criticizing the evaluation criteria and matrix that GLO used in determining the allocation of $1 billion, which left zero dollars to Houston.

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H Rep. Shawn Thierry Unveiled Barbara Jordan Memorial Parkway H

On this year's International Women's Day, #RepShawnThierry commemorated a segment of 288 at the Southmore Bridge as the NEW Barbara Jordan Memorial Parkway. CenterPoint sponsored the necessary funding for the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) to fabricate and install the new highway signage. Some in attendance were Rosemary McGowen (Barbara Jordan's only living sibling), Mayor Sylvester Turner, State Representative Borris Miles, Representative Sefronia Thompson, President of Texas Southern University (TSU) Dr. Lesia L. Crumpton-Young, President of Houston NAACP Bishop James Dixon, Fountain of Praise Co-Pastor Mia K. Wright, and Vice President of P of TSU's University Advancement Melinda Spaulding.

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H Texas Leaders Salute Representative Garnet Coleman H

Representative Coleman has dedicated over 30 years to public service in the Texas House of Representatives. He has made a lasting impact throughout his tenure that will continue to be felt long after he departs from the House. From directing funding to issues around healthcare, higher education, criminal justice reform, affordable housing, LGBTQ+ rights, and beyond. Some in attendance included Harris County Judge Lina Hildago, Judge Zinetta Burney, Commissioner Adrian Garcia, Councilman Michael Kubosh, and Carl Davis.

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H Top Chef Houston Season 19 Premier Watch Party H Top Chef Houston has officially premiered on Bravo TV! The premiere watch party, sponsored by Houston First Corp., featured music by DJ (and co-owner of Blood Bros. BBQ) Robin Wong, and guest appearances by notable local chef Alaska, Misti B. winner of Food Network’s Great Food Truck Race. Houston artists David Maldonado, who created the series’ Houston logo, and GONZO247, who designed the show’s production set.

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H Soul Purpose Stage Play Opening Night at Wortham Theater H

Stage play "Soul Purpose" made its debut in Houston over the weekend at the Wortham Center. The play follows the journey of five strong women, from different backgrounds, that come together forming an unexpected sisterhood and spiritual bond. The cast includes Rhonda Francis, Lee Shields, Deon Q, Cece Godbolt, and Dareia Jacobs.

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