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Lamb, Dr. Rudy Crew, Stephen Betances home through our PACT NYC.” HUD Regional Administrator Lynne and “A Streetcar Named Desire” These Byrd, comprehensive upgrades, Alia Jones, and the Centralprogram,” said NYCHA Interim Chair Patton.with a multi-ethnic cast to which will address nearly $13 billion Park Five survivors of gross injustice and CEO Stanley Brezenoff. “As our Broadway. In 2016 they bring in repairs, will be made possible Alicia Glen The Mayor made today’s on December 18 from 6:00pm – properties need $32 billion worth of “Eclipsed” with OscarHouses, Winner through public-private partnerships, Deputy Mayor for announcement at Betances 10:00pm at MIST Harlem, 46 West repairs, a new and radical approach Housing & Economic Development Lupita Nyong ’O to Broadway. including the Rental Assistance a 1,088-apartment complex in the 116th Street. Demonstration program. 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Dr. William one of our best-proven tools to deliver create Larrieux financial (Entertainer), stability and improve Withofthe support of said Deputy Mayor Housing of World of for Money, is aand champion soldiers behind enemyto theirAhomes. champion African-American criticalhelping repairs.save We look forward Pollard (Medgar Evers College), Mayor economic de Blasio,empowerment who knows the Peebles’ Economic Development Glen. sheresidents’ lives. of financial literacyAlicia for youth-line during the Korean War. is to working with officials, residents Herm Edwards (NY Jets), Nayaba vital role of public housing in New “Today’s historic proposal is a positive announced 2,400 new contemplating a possible run for NYC teaches knowledge about handlingNYCHAArinde and advocates on this and other Rep. 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Al Sharpton (National president of Medgar Evers College protecting voting rights of ethnic a place they can be proud to call federal funding.” Manhattan and Brooklyn next month: “We’reentering proud to Congress be here today as she in 2007, Action and many others. HUD stands to work The City ready University ofwith New New York minority groups — the emerging home. of City Network), is using innovative

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Highlights “ ALL IN ” Movement with First Inclusion Report

Dow has released its first-ever annual Inclusion Report, titled SHINE, which puts a spotlight on the Company’s global INclusion 2020 strategy and progress in 2017. Dow accelerated actions, deepened its commitment to strengthening inclusion and diversity (I&D) across the organization and implemented a fully integrated and holistic strategy. This included institutionalizing a new I&D governance structure that shares ownership among Dow’s leadership and drives accountability for creating a more inclusive work environment down and across the Company. Building an inclusive workplace for all will benefit employees, customers, suppliers, communities and the bottom line.

“Inclusion is essential to Dow’s future success and this report demonstrates our strong commitment to being transparent about our progress and holding ourselves accountable,” said Jim Fitterling, chief executive officer of Dow. “Our goal is to build a culture where everyone is respected and valued and has an equal opportunity to develop, advance and be heard.” “At Dow, we intentionally lead with inclusion because without it, we

cannot attract, retain or engage a talented and diverse workforce or reap the full human and financial benefits,” said Karen S. Carter, chief human resources officer and chief inclusion officer of Dow. “There is little value in a diverse workforce if you do not have an inclusive culture that encourages and enables all people to make their fullest contribution.”

The SHINE Inclusion report focuses on three areas: Illuminating the Path Forward: Dow appointed its first-ever chief inclusion officer, created a governance structure that drives accountability for I & D, and developed and implemented a global inclusion strategy that is an integral part of the business strategy. The Company intentionally leads with inclusion because without an inclusive workplace, diversity is just a numbers game. Championing Inclusion, Shining Brighter Together: Dow is helping its employees shine brighter through global I&D workshops and skills development programs for leaders and employees, and supporting several employee resource groups (ERGs). ERGs are

fostering a culture of inclusion by functioning as catalysts that help drive culture change and advance business results. More than 10,000 employees globally were involved in at least one of Dow’s eight ERGs which included 186 chapters in

that are essential to human progress. Dow has one of the strongest and broadest toolkits in the industry, with robust technology, asset integration, scale and competitive capabilities that enable it to address complex global issues.

2017. The Company also launched two new ERGs in 2018 focused on new and mature employee groups.

Dow’s market-driven, industryleading portfolio of advanced materials, industrial intermediates, and plastics businesses deliver a broad range of differentiated technology-based products and solutions for customers in highgrowth markets such as packaging, infrastructure, and consumer care.

Shining Light on Inclusion beyond Dow’s Borders: Dow’s work in inclusion is also focused on customers, suppliers and the larger community. The Company’s efforts include developing a more diverse supplier base, supporting public policy that contributes to a more inclusive workplace and building the skilled workforce of tomorrow that will meet customers’ needs. Dow combines science and technology knowledge to develop premier materials science solutions

Dow is a subsidiary of DowDuPont (NYSE: DWDP), a holding company comprised of Dow and DuPont with the intent to form three strong, independent, publicly traded companies in agriculture, materials science and specialty sectors. More information can be found at www. dow.com.

CLINTON COLLEGE Becomes Four-Year College Clinton College, one of nation’s twoyear historically Black colleges, has grown to four-year collegiate status. Joining more than one hundred HBCUs (Historically Black Colleges and Universities), the college now offers fouryear bachelor degrees to its students.

equipping and energizing the minds and hearts of the freedom fighters of the 21st century. Change does not happen inevitably. It must be instigated and initiated by empowered agents and educated advocates. That is our mission,” he adds.

“Historically Black colleges and universities have always been at the forefront of social change in our nation, and now is no different,” says Dr. Lester A. McCorn, Clinton College President. “With the election of Mayor Keisha Lance-Bottoms in Atlanta and the political elevation of Andrew Gillum in Florida and Stacey Abrams in Georgia we see a new generation of leaders who were developed at HBCUs. In that tradition, Clinton College is helping to shape the next wave of dynamic and progressive agents of social change.”

McCorn’s inauguration events are November 7 -9. The Investiture Service is Friday, November 9 at 11 a.m. at the Kenneth Monroe Transformation Center in Rock Hill, several dignitaries will be in attendance, the public is invited. The week’s celebratory events include a jazz luncheon, prayer breakfast, and a Harlem Renaissance-themed Gala. Three lucky Clinton College students will be awarded scholarships during the festivities.

Dr. Lester A. McCorn, an HBCU graduate, is a new addition to Clinton College. The Morehouse College alumnus served as acting president for the past year. This summer he was officially announced as president. He will be installed this weekend, during homecoming, as the school’s 13th president. “I came to Clinton College with a sense of mission and mandate honed on the campus of Morehouse College and in the confines of the AME Zion Church,” says the 52-year-old ordained minister. “Clinton College is recommitted to

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HOLIDAY TOY, COAT AND SCHOOL SUPPLY DRIVE L AUNCHED FOR NYS

Governor Andrew M. Cuomo has

announced a statewide holiday drive to benefit families in need across New York. Donations of new unwrapped toys, coats and school supplies are being sought to assist community-based organizations during the holiday giving season. "New Yorkers have a long and proud

The Office of General Services has set up drop-off locations across the state for businesses and individuals to bring the new unwrapped toys, coats and school supplies, which will be distributed to families in underserved communities throughout New York. The drop-off locations will be collecting donations from Monday, November 26 through Friday,

 Corning Tower, Empire State Plaza, Albany  Agency Buildings 1,2,3,4 Empire State Plaza, Albany  Legislative Office Building Empire State Plaza, Albany  Robert Abrams Building for Law and Justice Empire State Plaza, Albany

"New Yorkers have a long and proud tradition of lending a hand and helping those in need." - Governor Cuomo

tradition of lending a hand and helping those in need," Governor Cuomo said. "As we celebrate with family and friends this year, I encourage New Yorkers to continue this tradition and think of those less fortunate by donating unwrapped toys, coats and school supplies to those in need and help spread holiday cheer."

December 14. The drop-off locations are as follows:  Alfred E. Smith Building, 80 South Swan St., Albany  New York State Capitol, Washington Avenue, Albany  Empire State Plaza Main Concourse, Empire State Plaza, Albany

 Swan Street Building, Core 2 and Core 3, Empire State Plaza, Albany  Harriman Campus Buildings 5, 6, 7, 7A, 8, 12 Harriman Campus, 1220 Washington Ave., Albany  Ten Eyck Building, 40 North Pearl St., Albany  50 Wolf Road, Albany

 625 Broadway, Albany  Hampton Plaza, 38-40 State St., Albany  44 Holland Ave., Albany  328 State St., Schenectady  Senator John J. Hughes State Office Building, 333 E. Washington St., Syracuse  Dulles State Office Building, 317 Washington St., Watertown  Utica State Office Building, 207 Genesee St., Utica  Eleanor Roosevelt State Office Building, 4 Burnett Blvd., Poughkeepsie  Henderson-Smith State Office Building, 107 Broadway, Hornell  Binghamton State Office Building, 44 Hawley St., Binghamton  NYS State Police, 1155 Scottsville Rd. Rochester  Homer Folks Facility, 28 Hill Street Oneonta  Senator Walter J. Mahoney State Office Building, 65 Court St., Buffalo  Perry B. Duryea State Office Building, 250 Veterans Memorial Highway, Hauppauge  Adam Clayton Powell, Jr. State Office Building, 163 West 125th St., New York City  Shirley A. Chisholm State Office Building, 55 Hanson Place, Brooklyn

TH E LI N K S , IN C . National Pre sident Visits Long Isl and Dr. Kimberly L. Jeffries Leonard, the 17th National President of The Links, Incorporated received citations from Village of Hempstead Mayor Donald Ryan and Town of Hempstead Senior Councilwoman Dorothy L. Goosby in recognition of her life-long commitment to public service. The Long Island (NY) Chapter, under the leadership of Leah E. Watson, President held a special reception at the Garden City Hotel in honor of Dr. Jeffries Leonard. Dr. Jeffries Leonard serves as President and CEO of Envision Consulting, LLC, a boutique public health consulting firm specializing in strategic and innovative executive level solutions for public, private and government entities, including strategic planning, program design and implementation, and program/systems assessment and evaluation. Most recently, Dr. Jeffries Leonard was appointed Chair of the Commission on African American Affairs by Washington, D.C. Mayor, Muriel Bowser. Prior to launching her own business, she held various executive level positions within the Washington, D.C. public health sector,

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including federal, private and local government entities. The Links, Incorporated is an international, not-for-profit corporation, established in 1946. The membership consists of over 15,000 professional women of color in 289 chapters located in 41 states, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of the Bahamas and the United Kingdom. It is one of the nation’s oldest and largest volunteer service organizations of extraordinary women who are committed to enriching, sustaining and ensuring the culture and economic survival of African Americans and other persons of African ancestry. The Long Island (NY) Chapter, The Links, Incorporated is the first Links chapter established on Long Island. Since 1962, it serves Nassau, Suffolk and Queens Counties. In keeping with the national goals of the organization the focus is on five major program facets: Services to Youth (STY), The Arts, National Trends and Services (NTS), International Trends and Services (ITS), and Health and Human

L-R: Chapter President, Long Island (NY) The Links Incorporated, Leah Watson; Village of Hempstead Mayor Donald Ryan; National President of The Links, Incorporated, Dr. Kimberly L. Jeffries Leonard; Town of Hempstead Councilwoman Dorothy L. Goosby

Services (HHS). Additionally, the chapter is committed to rewarding the talents and academic achievement of our youth. Each year through its signature fund raiser – A Day at the Races – our scholarship and service programs are enhanced

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and substantial awards of more than $15,000 are given to academically deserving high school graduates. Each member in the chapter volunteers her time and service and collectively helps to provide and enhance the quality of life through the chapter’s program services.

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By J u s t i n A . W illiam s, P oli t i c al E ditor

WE, AS A CULTURE, need to be better. Even when someone says words that offend our sensibilities, are antagonistic to correct history and change our perceptions of a beloved figure, we still must understand the totality of the human that is saying those words if that person is potentially suffering from something. Kanye West has been a staple in hip hop, pop radio and popular culture for nearly two decades. His words on wax have inspired a generation to love hip hop in a way it did not before him. When he first came on to the scene, hip hop was going through a dry spell that showed a lack of creativity and individuality in terms of fashion sense, lyrical content and drama and motivation. Rappers were sounding the same, obsessed with the same things( violence, drugs dealing and chicken heads) and the entire music form was losing its edge. Kanye introduced verbal and symphonic styling’s that pulled from genres that inspired hip hop’s golden era of the early 1990’s such as Jazz and the Blues, he made records that could be challenging while not losing mass appeal and he did so while still struggling with defining his place in the American political spectrum. On one hand he is the vigilante who said “George Bush doesn’t care about black people” and on the other hand he is the petulant lyricist who proclaimed to love everybody and anybody on his defiant records, regardless of political position. Yet, recently he has been the focus of derision and controversy for his unabashed and peculiar support of Donald Trump. Unabashedly, he wears Trumps MAGA hat as a gesture of ill will to the Obama administration and its leader who called Mr. West a “jackass” and it is a statement against the perception that blacks not only do but should not vote for the democratic party as a monolith. But his support is not peculiar because he is black and republican, if you watch enough CNN, Fox News and even MSNBC you’ll find some of those, its peculiar because it seems as though Kanye West, the one from the notorious post-Katrina fundraiser, would never throw his hat in the ring with this type of person. Whatever your political leanings, even a Trump supporter could see how a man who lived in golden apartments, fraternized with very few African Americans before there was a political calling to do so and who started the Birther movement to prove that the most prominent black figure since Dr. King Jr. was not an American citizen would hardly seem like the person another prominent black figure, with all the responsibilities to the race and culture upon him, would align himself with. But, Kanye loves Trump and loves the attention his affections have brought

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him and his iconoclastic messaging. And so many of us are blaming this on his mental illness. Mental illness is never the fault of those who suffer from it and all those who have it do suffer. No matter what they say, their words are always susceptible to the mutative effects of their illness. Mania can turn happiness into obsessive comments, depression can turn disappointment into suicidal ideation, and anxiety can turn sense into nonsense -easily. This is especially true if medication is being ignored. Kanye has announced his battle with

within their ranks because their vote is a virtual guarantee is a critique, it is not a sickness. Kanye is voicing the standard conservative taglines that many black conservatives like Larry Elder and Candace Owens espouse, and no one points to their mental fitness in jest or with the mocking attitudes of a bigot. I say this as someone who is not a conservative, I say this as someone who does not personally know Kanye nor do I have a stake in his success or failures. I say this because I am a fellow human being who is only concerned with the delivery of his opinions (the

Bipolar as a casual voyage through his super power. While being positive about your illness is a good thing, to be laissez faire about it can be fatal. Not just to your reputation but to your lifespan. We are watching someone who people think they should scrutinize as you would a healthy individual with whom you disagree with. Kanye is really a person who may not truly wish to be so cavalier with the opinions in retrospect, at least that’s what the “culture” through social media assumes. But we must be careful not to label his convictions an illness, only his symptoms.

rampant tweets, his ramblings at the White House, his accusations of bullying at SNL that have been stated by the cast to be unsubstantiated i.e. his paranoia). I want Kanye, not to return to a certain end of the political spectrum, that won’t make me want to stream his music more or less- I want Kanye to have a good doctor he can trust, to be in a therapeutic environment with people who can care about and for him, I want Kanye to realize that his opinions are what he is entitled to but not to lose sight of the fact that he is even more entitled to acceptance and calm. Saying what he is saying, it is obvious that he will say more and since he’s spoken more about taking his meds inconsistently than he has spoken about taking them regularly, and with a Kardashian backdrop of family members that are entangled in the same sycophantic and artificial Hollywood nexus that covers up more than it cares, Kanye may start to become even more of a pariah.

Being tangential, repetitive, incoherent and out of touch and flighty are symptoms. But being a conservative who says the bare minimum of what millions of conservatives think and many often speak to power is not a sign of illness. Feeling as though blacks have thrown in with the democratic party and thusly have lost clout and power

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Mental illness is never the fault of those who suffer from it and all those who have it do suffer. So, I know it is easy and even more entertaining to view him as a car crash and rubber neck him into ignominy and notoriety. I, too, am guilty of knee jerk reactions to his latest comment about the 13th amendment or proclamation of

brotherhood with our current president. But we have to take a breath, pause, and stop ourselves before we hope for him to just stop. We have to evolve beyond the people who are exacerbating this dilemma for ratings and shares and likes, and remember that Kanye West is just telling us that he doesn’t need to think the way you do, doesn’t need to politic the way black people tend to do; Kanye West is also telling us that mental illness is not the reason for his opinions but it is shaping the conversation surrounding them. But mental illness may be why he feels so alone, it may be why he feels like everyone is out to get him, it may be why he seems to need to be newsworthy every five days, because he can’t help himself. Because Kanye isn’t just speaking his truth, he’s yelling it as if someone out there or in his head is constantly telling him he is false or is less than because of it. The culture is certainly responding, but the voice that Kanye is lashing out at the most may just be his own.

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ANNUAL CRAFTS AT THE CATHEDRAL FAIR BRINGS HOLIDAY CHEER The Cathedral of St. John the Divine celebrates the holiday season with a very special edition of its annual Crafts at the Cathedral fair, from Thursday, November 29, through Sunday, December 2, 2018, at The Cathedral of St. John the Divine, located at 1047 Amsterdam Avenue (at 112th Street), Manhattan. In recognition of the Cathedral’s 125th anniversary, the craft fair, curated and managed by its Congregation of St. Saviour, has been invited inside the magnificent space of the Cathedral’s Nave. The space will be transformed into an exuberant artisan marketplace filled with an assortment of exquisite handmade gifts—jewelry, pottery, clothing, metalwork, and more. With more than 75 juried exhibitors participating in this year’s fair, New Yorkers are bound to find the perfect holiday gifts and guaranteed a festive experience as they wander the spacious aisles of the world’s largest Gothic Cathedral.

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The weekend fair opens with a special celebration on Thursday evening at 6PM. Refreshments will be available throughout the weekend. Admission starts at $8. For more information, please visit: https:// www.craftsatthecathedral.org/

diverse educational and nurturing experiences; the outstanding Textile Conservation Lab preserves world treasures; concerts, exhibitions, performances and civic gatherings allow conversation, celebration, reflection and remembrance—such is the joyfully busy life of this beloved

and venerated Cathedral. The Cathedral is open 7 days a week from 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Please visit stjohndivine.org for more information and a schedule of public programs.

The Cathedral of St. John the Divine is the Cathedral of the Episcopal Diocese of New York. It is chartered as a house of prayer for all people and a unifying center of intellectual light and leadership. People from many faiths and communities worship together in services held more than 30 times a week; the soup kitchen serves roughly 25,000 meals annually; social service outreach has an increasingly varied roster of programs; the distinguished Cathedral School prepares young students to be future leaders; Adults and Children in Trust, the renowned preschool, afterschool and summer program, offers

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"LOVE & MARRIAGE: HUNTSVILLE" JOINS OWN’s LINEUP

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announced the premiere date and revealed today the official trailer for its new unscripted series, "Love & Marriage: Huntsville." The network will kick off the new year by adding the show to its popular Saturday night lineup premiering January 12 (10 p.m. - 11 p.m. ET/PT) following the season six return of "Iyanla: Fix My Life" (9 p.m. ET/PT).

marriage while attempting to focus on making this huge undertaking a success. There will be plenty of laughs, tears and even a wedding, as the group tries to balance their

careers, families and social lives and attempt to transform both the city and their relationships to achieve their ultimate dreams. "Love & Marriage: Huntsville"

is produced by Kingdom Reign Entertainment for ITV America with Carlos King, Gil Lopez and Andrew Hoagland serving as executive producers.

"Love & Marriage: Huntsville," previously under the working title Rocket City Revival, follows the lives of three successful and powerful African American couples in the thriving city of Huntsville, Alabama who come together to help revitalize the region through their joint real estate venture - The Comeback Group. The eight-episode series will feature Melody and Martell Holt, Marsau and LaTisha Scott and soon-tobe-married duo, Maurice Scott and Kimmi Grant. The triad are longtime friends whose goals are to put Huntsville back on the map but must navigate through the realities of dealing with love and

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OWN'S NEW FAMILY SAGA " AMBITIONS ," STARTS PRODUCTION IN ATL OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network

has announced the start of production in Atlanta of the new multi-generational family saga "Ambitions," produced by Will Packer Media in association with Lionsgate and Lionsgateowned distributor DebmarMercury, and starring Robin Givens ("Riverdale," "The Fix," "The Bold and the Beautiful"), Essence Atkins ("Marlon," "Half and Half"), Brian White ("Ray Donovan," "Scandal"), Kendrick Cross ("Acrimony,") Brely Evans ("Being Mary Jane") and Erica Page ("Ozark," "Bad Dad Rehab"). Multiple award-winning writer/EP Kevin Arkadie ("The Quad," "New York Undercover") has joined as showrunner. Created by executive producer/writer Jamey Giddens ("The Rich and The Ruthless") from an original idea by Packer, "Ambitions" will debut on OWN in 2019, with the pilot episode directed by Benny Boom ("All Eyez on Me," "Black Lightning").

case. Atkins is represented by Buchwald and Kathy McComb Management. Brian White has been cast as 'Evan Lancaster,' the Mayor of Atlanta, who is married to attorney Stephanie Carlisle (Robin Givens). Evan's political ambitions seem to cloud his judgement as he is willing to do anything to get to the next level in his career. White is represented by Paradigm Talent Agency, Zero Gravity Management and attorney Eric Feig. Kendrick Cross stars as 'Titus,' an attorney who recently moved

Givens) dresses for her. Page is represented by Houghton Talent. Benny Boom is represented by Artists First Inc., Del Shaw Moonves Tanaka Finkelstein & Lezcano and ICM Partners. Kevin Arkadie is the cocreator of the series "New York Undercover." Last season, he Co-Executive Produced season two of "The Quad." Previously, he was a Producer on "Chicago Hope"; Supervising Producer on "NYPD Blue"; Co-Executive Producer on "The Shield"; and Executive Producer on "Soul Food: The Series" and "Rescue

DaytimeConfidential.com. Giddens co-wrote the first season of Urban Movie Channel's breakout summer hit dramedy "The Rich and The Ruthless." Giddens worked for 10 years as a communications specialist for the Centers For Disease Control and Protection (CDC), helping to create social media messages alerting the public to such major health events as the H1N1, Zika Virus and Ebola outbreaks. Situated in Atlanta, the awardwinning writing staff includes Jamey Giddens ("The Rich and The Ruthless"), Susan Dansby ("As The World Turns," "The

"Ambitions" is a multigenerational family saga centered around one woman who, having recently relocated and intent on revitalizing her marriage, finds herself going head to head with some of the most powerful and deceitful players in the city. Robin Givens stars as 'Stephanie Carlisle,' the wife of Atlanta Mayor Evan Lancaster (Brian White), whose true loyalty is to her own family's prestigious law firm, where she is the latest in a long line of distinguished lawyers. Stephanie desperately wants to be in charge of the Carlisle family law firm and quietly fumes about her father Stephen's condescending assertion that she's simply not ready yet. Givens is represented by PANTHEON. Essence Atkins plays the role of 'Amara,' a lawyer in U.S. Attorney's Office who has newly arrived in Atlanta with her husband, Titus (Kendrick Cross). Originally from Texas, she is quickly gaining attention from the U.S. Attorney's Office as a diligent prosecutor but disappoints her supervisor by turning down the offer to run point on a major local NewYorkTrendnyc

with his wife Amara (Essence Atkins) to Atlanta. Titus has been hired as in-house counsel for a big pharma company run by Hunter Purifoy, who is fighting a class action suit brought by the powerful Carlisle family. Cross is represented by Houghton Talent. Brely Evans plays the role of 'Rondell,' Atlanta Mayor Evan Lancaster's (Brian White) sister, who runs a not-quite-profitable restaurant called Thelma's Place. Evans is represented by J Pervis Talent. Erica Page plays the role of 'Bella,' a fashion designer in Atlanta who designs all of Stephanie Carlisle's (Robin

77." Arkadie scripted the Emmy®-winning miniseries "The Temptations" and is the recipient of the Golden Globe® Award, Writers Guild Award, Image Award and the Christopher Award as well as a nominee for multiple Emmy® and Humanitas Prizes. He is the Writer/Producer/Director of the documentary "FESPACO." He began his writing career on the much-acclaimed series "I'll Fly Away" as a story editor. Jamey Giddens is an awardwinning writer, producer, entertainment journalist, publicist, and podcast personality. He is the coowner of the wildly popular soap opera-themed website

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Young and The Restless"), Michele Val Jean ("General Hospital," "The Bold and the Beautiful"), Trey Anthony ("da Kink in my Hair," "How Black Mothers Say I Love You") and Jazmen Darnell Brown ("The Citizen," "Saints & Sinners"). "Ambitions" is produced for OWN by Will Packer Media in association with Lionsgate and its producer-distributor DebmarMercury. Will Packer is executive producer. Kevin Arkadie is executive producer/showrunner. Writer Jamey Giddens and Will Packer Media's Sheila Ducksworth also serve as executive producers. Benny Boom directs the pilot episode. www.newyorktrendnyc.com | 9

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DIGITAL BOOM and TECH ACCESS Fuel Black Business

No different than the impact industry had on America’s business model of the early 20th century, new technological innovations have significantly changed all aspects of business, from the way people consume to how brands engage consumers.

"We are on the threshold of a new business paradigm," said Cheryl Grace, Senior Vice President, U.S. Strategic Community Alliances and Consumer Engagement at Nielsen. "The digital age is transforming not only commerce and the relationship consumers have with companies, but digital know-how among consumers – particularly African Americans – is fostering new levels of independence and financial freedom." For African Americans, these milestones of innovation have played integral roles in how Black households have navigated socioeconomic status while keeping pace with an ever-changing American business landscape. Innovation breeds new opportunities, fosters entrepreneurship and spurs educational advancement to meet the demand for professional specialization. Nielsen’s latest report, "From Consumers to Creators: The

Digital Lives of Black Consumers," makes the case that a legitimate renaissance is taking shape within the African American community. In fact, more than half (54%) of all African Americans have lived their entire life in the digital age. Echoes of digital deserts and tech disparities have given way to unfettered access to WiFi, the "cloud" and 4G LTE. Black consumers have dismantled

old paradigms and bridged divides in access, device ownership and usage. "Undisputedly the vanguards and early adopters of popular American cultural trends, African Americans have fully embraced today’s digitally connected marketplace," said Andrew McCaskill, SVP Global Communications and Multicultural Marketing at Nielsen.

SBA Kicks Off SMALL BIZ SATURDAY Across America U.S. Small Business Administrator Linda McMahon is encouraging Americans to support local communities by shopping at small businesses on Saturday, November 24. Celebrated each year on the Saturday after Thanksgiving, Small Business Saturday allows consumers to make a tremendous impact in their neighborhoods by supporting a local small business. Last year, an estimated 108 million consumers nationwide “shopped small” on Small Business Saturday. “America’s 30 million small businesses reflect the unique character of their communities and Small Business Saturday is a day for consumers to support the local retailers that make their towns and cities special. When Americans shop at small businesses, they are supporting economic activity and job growth in their neighborhoods during this holiday season,” McMahon said. “The SBA continues to power the American Dream by ensuring these businesses have the tools and resources they need to start, grow and expand.”

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This year marks the ninth Small Business Saturday, an annual celebration of America’s small business community. Last year on Small Business Saturday, Americans spent a combined $15.4 billion at independent neighborhood retailers and restaurants. Today, there are over 30 million small businesses in the United States. About half of all American workers are either employed by a small business or own a small business. And two out of three new jobs are created by small business. For more Small Business Saturday details visit www.sba.gov/saturday.

"Black consumers are engaged and plugged in to a digital, multi-platform universe in ways that are redefining the African American experience with an unprecedented sense of community, economic consciousness and digital-native know-how." The digital age and its technologies are outpacing 20th century business practices by leaps and bounds. The

byproduct? Rapid changes in the economy and society are unearthing opportunities for entrepreneurs and businesses – black-owned businesses. The digital boom and access to tech have created a democratization of digital platforms in which African Americans are not just embracing but thriving.

Black consumers are impacting the marketplace and the brands within it. Representation matters to consumers of color, and when companies fail to resonate culturally or authentically appeal to them, Black consumers are decisive in their response. African Americans leverage their digital access to critique, connect and hold brands accountable in full display on social media platforms. With a buying power of $1.3 trillion, Black consumers are effective in supporting brands that align with their preferences and ignoring those that do not. More importantly, the most enterprising Black consumers are transforming from Consumers to Creators and ultimately becoming the Competition to the brands or industries that have been more exclusive than inclusive. McCaskill added, "At the nexus of digital interconnection, entrepreneurship and an unyielding desire to control and share their own images and ideas, African Americans are using the media-verse as a springboard for content creators to become decision makers. Black consumers are taking a 'for us by us' approach to building new platforms and business models, thereby creating entirely new Black financial ecosystems."

Public and Private Partnerships Will Bring Repairs to NYCHA Apartments (cont'd from cover) strategies to generate revenue for repairs in public housing. There are currently nearly 8,900 NYCHA RAD and unfunded apartments in resident engagement, pre-development, or development for comprehensive capital repairs. These unfunded developments have had no consistent funding stream since the State of New York divested them in 1998. In the NextGeneration NYCHA plan, the City committed to renovating 15,000 apartments through RAD and that the approximately 5,000 unsubsidized apartments receive subsidy by 2025, and today’s announcement expands that to 62,000 apartments in total. “All residents of New York City, whether in public or private housing, deserve safe, comfortable homes with functioning appliances. I am excited to see this program kick-off, and look forward to seeing all NYCHA and Section 8 apartments at a standard residents are not just comfortable in, but proud of,” said State Senator Roxanne Persaud. “Residents are long overdue to receive the critical fixes necessary to live in safe and healthy homes. RAD was implemented by President Obama in 2011 to address urgent capital needs through in place

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renovation,” said Council Member Alicka Ampry-Samuel, chair of the Public Housing Committee. “Having seen renovated RAD apartments, the improvements are immeasurable. Understandably so, the public is weary of RAD because it presents elements of privatization which are often unknown. That said, as chair of the Public Housing Committee and the Council as a body, we must do everything in our power to ensure that tenant’s rights are protected, true affordability is maintained, that there is no displacement and continuously urge the administration to continue to make NYCHA a priority.” “The Rental Assistance Demonstration is a powerful tool for modernizing and strengthening public housing communities in New York City, while also maintaining long-term affordability and key resident protections,” said Judi Kende, Vice President and New York market leader of Enterprise Community Partners. “Enterprise is proud to serve as co-chair of the RAD Roundtable, comprising advocates and resident leaders who are working with NYCHA to ensure resident rights are preserved as the RAD program expands.”

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CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR’S SERVICES AT THE CATHEDRAL OF ST. JOHN THE DIVINE The Cathedral of St. John the Divine celebrates the season with festive holiday services and events on Monday, December 24; Tuesday, December 25; Monday, December 31, 2018; and, Tuesday, January 1, 2019 at The Cathedral of St. John the Divine, located at 1047 Amsterdam Avenue (at 112th Street), Manhattan.

the Eucharist and preaches. The Cathedral Choirs and Orchestra perform a festive mass setting and anthems, as well as classic Christmas carols. Special guests Paul Winter and Susanna Phillips join to celebrate the Christmas spirit.  PRELUDE:

 Come to the Cathedral on Monday, December 24th at 4 p.m. for Christmas Eve Lessons and Carols. The Cathedral Choristers are joined by members of the Cathedral Choir in this family-friendly service, featuring readings, Christmas carols by Willcocks, Britten, Machaut, Handl, Caccini, Rutter, and Briggs, and larger-than-life puppets to tell the Christmas story. Director of Music Kent Tritle and Associate Choirmaster Bryan Zaros lead the Choristers.

Selections from Orgelbüchlein – J. S. Bach Concerto for Two Trumpets in C Major - Antonio Vivaldi

 Christmas Eve Festal Eucharist, Monday, December 24 at 10:30 p.m. Prelude music begins at 10 pm. The Bishop of New York celebrates

 SERVICE MUSIC: Coronation Mass – W. A. Mozart God is With Us – John Tavener Cantique de Noël – Adolphe Adam

“Revival!” At the Museum of The Bible Revival!, (www.revivalthemovie.

com) an imaginative retelling of the gospel according to John the Apostle featuring original and contemporary gospel music will hold its world premiere Monday, Dec. 4th at The Museum of The Bible, 400 4th Street SW, Washington, DC. The evening will begin with a VIP cocktail reception and red carpet, followed by performances featuring the film's stars in advance of the evening's 7:30 screening. Revival! opens Dec. 7 in theaters in New York, Atlanta, Chicago, Philadelphia, Miami, Houston, Detroit, Dallas and Los Angeles. In January, it will expand to screens in Memphis, Baltimore, New Orleans, Norfolk, St. Louis, San Francisco, Cleveland, Orlando, Boston, Tampa, Indianapolis and Milwaukee. The all-star cast includes 10-time Grammy winner Chaka Khan, Michelle Williams of Destiny's Child, Siedah Garrett, Mali Music, T'Keyah Crystal Keymah, Dawnn Lewis, Niki J. Crawford, Wendy Raquel Robinson, Paula Newsome, Victoria Tilford and Chester Gregory.

awe inspiring, entertaining and maybe even life changing. It offers an incredible biblical and musical experience for audiences yearning for more inspirational storytelling," added Holly Carter. The film was directed by Danny Green and Obba Babatunde from a screen play by Lennix and Holly Carter. Original music score and arrangements are by Mali Music, ELEW, Donald Lawrence and Abdul Robinson Royal. Lennix, Carter and David C. Waite are producing the film through Merge-XJR: Exponent, Jupiter Film Group and Relev' Entertainment. Steve Harris & T'Keyah Crystal Keymah are executive producers of Revival! The film is distributed by TriCoast Entertainment Worldwide. For more information please visit www.revivalthemovie.com.

 Christmas Day Choral Eucharist, Tuesday, December 25, 10:30 a.m. The Dean preaches and the Cathedral Choir sings at this Christmas Day service. Music of Victoria and Lauridsen.  New Year’s Eve Concert for Peace, Monday, December 31, 7

p.m. Founded by Leonard Bernstein in 1984, the annual New Year’s Eve Concert for Peace is a signature Cathedral event, gathering old friends and new for more than a quarter of a century. Led by Kent Tritle, Director of Cathedral Music, this year’s concert includes William

Boyce’s Symphony No. 1 in B-flat. Soloist Sidney Outlaw joins the choir for Robert Convery’s powerful setting of Martin Luther King, Jr.’s I have a dream, followed by the New York premiere of Wayne Oquin’s Alleluia. There is also music by Mozart, J.S. Bach, and special guests throughout the evening. And of course, the Cathedral Choir’s own Jamet Pittman leads the audience and invites them to join in with This Little Light of Mine as candles are lit to welcome the new year with hope, joy, and affirmation. New Year’s Eve Watchnight Service, Monday, December 31, 11 p.m. Join the Cathedral community in ringing in the New Year with this special late-night service. New Year’s Day Eucharist, Tuesday, January 1, 2018, 10:30 a.m. Please note, this Eucharist will be the only service on New Year’s Day. For more information, please visit: http://www.stjohndivine.org/ worship/christmas-newyear-services

SPECIAL OLYMPICS Ready to Take the Plunge Fundraising is well underway for those who plan to “take the plunge” and raise funds to benefit the Special Olympics New York athletes in Westchester County. The “Polar Plunge” event will take place on Saturday, November 17, 2018 at Glen Island Park in New Rochelle, NY. Registration begins at 10:00am with the plunge taking place at noon. The Special Olympics New York Polar Plunge is a unique pledge event that has become the premier annual fundraiser of Special Olympics New York across New York state. Participants raise money for the athletes of Special Olympics New York by asking family, friends, coworkers, etc. to support their efforts in “Freezin’ for a Reason” as they take the plunge into chilly waters. “The more funds we raise, the more we can expand our programs, giving our athletes more opportunities to train and compete,” said Stacey Hengsterman, President & CEO of

Special Olympics New York. “This event also helps to create awareness about our organization and what we do. I am amazed by how hard our athletes work. They face challenges, yet put so much time and effort into reaching their goals.” Last year over 800 Plungers braved the frigid waters while spectators watched with excitement. These brave souls are your neighbors, friends, and of course, Special Olympics New York athletes. Individuals and teams interested in registering can do so by visiting: www.polarplungeny.org. Donations are welcome and all funds raised help support the cost for athletes to participate in training and competitions. Volunteers are also needed. All volunteers and participants will receive at least 10 hours of community service. You may contact Kaitlin Brennan at 212-661-5217 for more details.

Said Lennix, "Revival! is a project that has lived in my heart for many years. It espouses a message of love and spiritual courage, something like an open love letter that can help comfort all of us as we process the chaos of daily life." "This project brings moments of the Bible alive in a way that is

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