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Expo at African American Museum encourages healthy living

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by Cheryl Smith, Publisher

365 days of red

It’s a new year and while every day last year, I wore red, I assure you there won’t be a repeat. And to those who contributed to my wardrobe, well, don’t stop, get it, get it! Just kidding. I appreciate those who sent me red outfits from across town and around the country. It was fun, but there was also a message to the madness, if you know what I mean. Which brings me to my truth. I chose to wear red for 365 days as I celebrated 40 years of being a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. For me it was a big accomplishment because I remember when as a sophomore, with 33 other young ladies, on the Florida A&M University campus; I said I would honor the lifetime commitment and live a life of service.

Living healthy has to be a priority says organizers of the Don’t Believe the Hype Foundation’s 2nd Annual Realizing the Dream: Healthy Living Expo which will take place on January 21, 2019, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the African American Museum located at 3536 Grand Avenue in Fair Park, Dallas, Texas 75210. The free community event is in conjunction with the City of Dallas’ Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day celebration. The expo will be open immediately following the historic annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day parade in South Dallas. “Americans are constantly bombarded with content about healthy

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living and because of the sheer volume of information circulating, it can be a challenge to decipher what is accurate vs. inaccurate,” said Cheryl Smith, founder of the Realizing the Dream:

Healthy Living Expo and Don’t Believe the Hype Foundation. “This family-friendly expo provides the perfect opportunity for people to start the New Year off right by learning the proper methods to be healthy physically mentally, spiritually, financially, socially and holistically.” Ms. Smith said she is pleased organizers were able to embrace a healthy program that is beneficial and educational. The expo will feature “Friendship-West Baptist Church presents the Pastor’s 31-Day Health Challenge.” “I contacted Dr. Haynes (senior pastor) and told him I wanted to be included,” said Ms. Smith. “We have to address the health

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Williams Chicken brings joy to families

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Hundreds of volunteers manning dozens of activity stations, including Cookie Decorating Stations, Bounce Houses, Photos with Santa Larry, Toy and Bike Giveaway, face-painting, DPD coloring station,

live entertainment and more were at center court of Red Bird Mall recently for the Annual Change for Change Community Christmas Party & Give-a-way. With the reimaging of Red Bird Mall and the en-

Hiawatha Williams (l) and Dallas City Councilwoman Carolyn King Arnold join Santa Larry and team Photos: Toska Medlock Lee

ergy around the development happening in the area, Williams Chicken partnered with the mall and dozens of other companies and organizations to bring a huge Christmas Party Oak Cliff Style to the community.

Williams Chicken’s annual Change for Change campaign, funded by its customers, makes this community celebration possible. The company, under the leadership of founder Hiawatha Williams, takes

loose change that’s been donated, matches the money and throws this major party – for free! A highlight was the first African-American Santa to appear at the Mall of America, Santa Larry.

METRO BRIEFS

Play: “Fetch Clay, Make Man!” Now – January 13, 2019; Various Time; Wyly Theatre, Studio Theatre; 2400 Flora, 75201. Story about the unlikely friendship between Cassius Clay (Muhammad Ali) and Stepin Fetchit – loosely inspired by their real-life friendship during the Civil Rights movement. Will Power, Dallas Theater Center Playwright-in-Residence wrote the play. Information: 214-880-0202. Tickets: https://tickets.attpac. org/production/48202

2019 MLK Parade: Participant Recruitment The 2019 Annual Dallas Martin Luther King, Jr. Parade will be Monday, January 21, 2019. Line-up: 8am. Parade Begins: 10am. Parade Ends: 2pm. Parade entry fee is $90. Application deadline is Friday, December 28, 2018. The Dallas parade is one of the largest in the country. Contact: 214-6708501; info@dallasmlkcenter. com. Registration/Info: https:// dallasmlkcenter.com/2019mlk-parade/

College Scholarships Dallas County Promise Scholarship program offers scholarships to graduating, local high school seniors that cover the financial gap between financial aid and tuition at participating community colleges and universities. February 8, 2019 is the application deadline. Frazier House, 4600 Spring, 75210 can assist with applications on Thursdays, 11am – 7pm; 214682-7007. Information: http://dallascountypromise.org/students

Princeton $1000 Awards for High Schoolers Apply: Now – January 31, 2019; Open to all DFW 9 – 12th grade students. The Princeton

Prize in Race Relations is a national contest that offers $1000 awards to students submitting winning essays detailing their work to improve race relations in their communities. Winners also receive an all-expenses paid trip to a national race relations conference. Contact/ Apply at: https://princetonprize.smapply.io/prog/princeton_prize_in_race_relations/

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75217. Hogg’s provides re-entry life skills and computer training for the disenfranchised. Intensive 10 to 15-week training to become a Certified Automo-

tive Technician. There are residence and income requirements, and financial aid available. Contact: 214-810-8289; hoggauto@ sbcglobal.net.

Free Fax, Notary and 311 Services Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center; 8am – 5pm; 2922 MLK, Jr Blvd, Dallas, 75215. The Administrative offices of the King Center offer limited faxing and notary services for all citizens. Also, a branch office of the City’s 311 Customer Service department is in Bldg A of the Center where you can receive face-to-face services Mon – Fri. Contact: Ms Cooper; 214-670-8418.

Job Training: Automotive On-going. Hogg’s Automotive Academy; 935 S. Buckner, #C,

Saturday, January 5, 2019, 1:00 - 4:00 pm Concord Church 6808 Pastor Bailey Drive, Dallas, TX US 75237 Introducing: The first-ever Fierce Women of Faith Day Party! A fun day filled with panels, delicious food, and much more! A keynote presentation from Arian Simone on how to create a fearless life! We are bringing women together for a half day filled with panels, workshops, delicious food, hot chocolate bar and much more. Help us create a welcoming space to celebrate, highlight and lean in together as women. Featured Speakers: How To Win & Be Fearless with Keynote Arian Simone Mom Talk with Julie Richard 2019 Vision Boarding with Marty McDonald

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TEXAS METRO NEWS - JANUARY 2, 2019 Millennial Action Day WHEN: January 19, 2019 @ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm WHERE: Throughout Dallas COST: Free Dallas Millennials will join together for a day of community service to give back to Dallas and move us closer to Dr. King’s vision of a “Beloved Community.”

Opening Ceremony-City Hall WHEN: January 9, 2019 @ 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm WHERE: Dallas City Hall 1500 Marilla St Dallas Texas COST: Free CONTACT: 214-670-8418 The City of Dallas Martin Luther King, Jr. Planning Committee invites the community to its Inaugural Wreath Laying Ceremony celebrating the life and legacy of Dr. King. The keynote speaker for this event will be Dr. Frederick Douglass Haynes, III a passionate leader and social activist. Youth Summit WHEN: January 12, 2019 all-day WHERE: TBD The Youth Summit is a one-day interactive conference for high school students to engage with other students while addressing the challenges faced within their local communities. Faith Forward Dallas (An Interfaith Prayer Service) WHEN: January 14, 2019 Free Admission Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday Celebration WHEN: January 15, 2019 @ 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm WHERE: Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Ctr 2922 Martin Luther King Boulevard Dallas TX 75215 COST: Free CONTACT: 214-670-8418 Celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. King. The keynote speaker for this event will be Dr. Michael W. Waters, former Martin Luther King Advisory Board Chair, social activist, and Pastor of Joy Tabernacle Church. The birthday celebration will allow an opportunity for the community to rejoice in song and dance, as well as lay wreaths or flowers at the first original likeness of Dr. King located in the heart of the Sunny South Dallas community. Art of Oppression WHEN: January 16, 2019 @ 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm

WHERE: Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center (Activity Room B) 2922 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd COST: Free CONTACT: 214-670-8418 Hosted by Miles of Freedom, this event will highlight the importance of art and showcase work from individuals who are incarcerated. King Shakur is a featured guest speaker. From Entry-Level to Executive: A Millennial Networking Event WHEN: January 16, 2019 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm WHERE: Dallas Executive Airport 5303 Challenger Dr Dallas Texas 75237 COST: Free CONTACT: City of Dallas Millennials will have the opportunity to network with executives who have had a rapid rise in their career at an early age. This evening is a chance to bring like-minded young professionals who are native to Dallas or newcomers under one roof to demonstrate the power of an inclusive and connected community. Headshots and professional development opportunities will be available.

37th Annual MLK Celebration Gala WHEN: January 19, 2019 @ 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm WHERE: Hyatt Regency Dallas 300 Reunion Blvd COST: $120 The 37th Annual MLK Celebration Gala will feature keynote speaker Dr. Michael Eric Dyson, an invocation by Most Reverend Edward J. Burns, awards presentations, and performances. This year’s theme is “Reconciliation: Moving the Dream Forward.” To purchase tickets using a credit card, please call 214671-1505 to make a payment over the phone. “Selma” Screening at the Texas Theatre January 20, 2019 @ 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm WHERE: Texas Theatre 231 W. Jefferson Blvd Dallas COST: Free CONTACT: Texas Theatre In conjunction with the City of Dallas’ Annual celebration of Martin Luther King, Jr., the Dallas Holocaust Museum will host a screening of Selma. The film is based on the 1965 voting rights marches from Selma to Montgomery led by Dr. King and other Civil Rights leaders.. Run time: 128 Minutes

Workforce and Educational Opportunity Fair WHEN: January 17, 2019 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm WHERE: J Erik Jonsson Central Library 1515 Young Street Dallas TX 75201 COST: Free Job fair featuring on-site hiring as well as a showcase of workforce skills and credentialing programs to support job-seekers in preparing for new opportunities. The event will be hosted in partnership with Workforce Solutions of Greater Dallas.

36th Annual Emmy Award Black Music & Civil Rights Movement Concert WHEN: January 20, 2019 @ 7:30 pm WHERE: Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center 2301 Flora St. Dallas TX 75201 CONTACT: The Black Academy of Arts and Letters Musical tribute with gospel songs honoring the life and legacy of Dr. King.

Candle Lighting Ceremony WHEN: January 18, 2019 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm WHERE: Martin Luther King, Jr. Recreation Center 2901 Pennsylvania Avenue Dallas Texas 75215 COST: Free The Alpha Sigma Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha, Inc. hosts this annual ceremony which features a keynote speaker, entertainment, highlighting of essay contest winners, and a candlelit processional that concludes at the Martin Luther King statue on the campus of Martin Luther King Community Center.

Half-Off Admission to Dallas Holocaust Museum WHEN: January 21, 2019 all-day WHERE: Dallas Holocaust Museum 211 N. Record St. #100 Dallas Texas 75202 CONTACT: (214) 741-7500 Admission will be half-off at the Dallas Holocaust Museum, an intimate museum dedicated to teaching the lessons of the Holocaust and memorializing its victims. The mission of the Dallas Holocaust Museum/Center for Education and Tolerance is to teach the history of the Holocaust and advance human rights to combat prejudice, hatred, and indifference. combat hatred and injustice.

Martin Luther King Day March/Parade WHEN: January 21, 2019 @ 10:00 am WHERE: Starting at Holmes St. and Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd COST: Free CONTACT: 214-670-8418 Floats, marching bands, dance troops, and vehicles participate in a march/parade down Martin Luther King Blvd for 200,000 spectators. For more information about the parade, please visit www.dallasmlkcenter.com/2019-mlk-parade. Realizing the Dream: Healthy Living Expo WHEN: January 21, 2019 @ 10:00 am – 6:00 pm WHERE: African American Museum of Dallas 3526 Grand Ave. Dallas Texas 75210 COST: Free admission, call 214-9410110 for vendors Making New Year’s resolutions for 2019 to lose weight, get out of debt, end an unhealthy relationship or seek help for depression? Learn how to improve your health physically, mentally, spiritually, financially, socially and holistically at the 2nd Annual Realizing the Dream Healthy Living Expo on January 21, 2019, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the African American Museum in Fair Park immediately following the historic Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Parade. Bring the entire family for a fun, informative community event featuring vendors, health screenings, educational workshops, food, entertainment, and giveaways! Admission is FREE. City-Wide Worship Service WHEN: January 21, 2019 @ 11:00 am WHERE: Friendship West Baptist Church 2020 W. Wheatland Rd. Dallas 75232 COST: Free CONTACT: African American Pastors Coalition The citywide worship service is hosted by African American Pastors Coalition (AAPC), of which Pastor Carter serves as President. The AAPC, as a timeless model of ministry, demonstrates Christ’s relevance in the world by networking diverse ministries to effect change. The goal is to unite and mobilize member pastors for prophetic ministry that results in liberating and empowering the larger community. Dallas Dinner Table WHEN: January 21, 2019 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm WHERE: Throughout Dallas area CONTACT: Dallas Dinner Table The Dallas Dinner Table organizes dinners as an annual event on the third Monday of January to coincide with the Martin Luther King, Jr. National Holiday which provides an opportunity to hear and share diverse perspectives about the impact of race on the daily lives of DFW residents. Register by visiting: www.dallasdinnertable.com National Day of Racial Healing WHEN: January 22, 2019 all-day WHERE: Nationwide

EDITORIAL/OPINION Americaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Most Admired

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Whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s on Trial in 2019?

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Will you join the crusade for Bennett? THE LAST WORD By Dr. Julianne Malveaux Author, economist and president emerita of Bennett College.

Bennett College for Women is an oasis where we educate and celebrate women, and develop them into twenty-first-century leaders and global thinkers. That was my elevator speech in the five years, from 2007 through 2012, when I led the college. It is still an oasis, a safe space for Black women and others who embrace our mission. It still educates and celebrates women. But now, in 2018-2019, my college has challenges. The accrediting body, the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, has said that Bennett College is fiscally unstable. If we can’t raise a minimum of $5 million by February 1, 2019, just a few weeks from now, the school will lose its accreditation! How has it come to this? Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) have had a tough row to hoe for a plethora of reasons. At Bennett, enrollment has dropped from the historic high I managed of 750 in 2009 to something under 500. Thanks to the efforts of the current president, Dr. Phyllis Worthy Dawkins, enrollment rose by 15 percent and by 26% with new students this year. That’s good, but we’ve got to be great. What’s great? Student enrollment of 800 or more. Great is, an endowment that is robust and unique academic programs. What’s great is the preservation of an amazing Black women’s history, a history that is too often swallowed. History belongs to she who holds the pen. That was my

mantra at Bennett. We need to tell Black women’s stories, and this is a place that reflects them. For every woman who embraces #MeToo, there must be another who embraces the swallowed aspects of Black women’s history. We don’t often hear, for example, of the fantastic legacy of Dr. Willa Player, the first woman President of Bennett College, and the first-African American woman to become president of a four-year fully accredited Liberal Arts College. Dr. Player was an amazing grace, a woman who was both a civil rights leader and an excellent educator. She had the audacity to invite Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. to the Annie Merner Pfeiffer Chapel when no one else in Greensboro would have him. She supported the Bennett students who took part in the Woolworth’s sit-ins (a chapter of history not much elevated as the A&T Greensboro Four were the more prominent leaders). Make no mistake. Bennett women were jailed. Bennett women stood up. And Dr. Player stood with them. Bennett College has a unique history, and it is a history that must be preserved. It will only be maintained if folks who love women, women’s history, and the elevation of Black women’s voices come together to find five million dollars in just a few weeks. I am writing this column to appeal to those who will help. Here’s how: •You can make a contribution to the College. Check out our website, www.bennett.edu/donate. •You can tell your friends to contribute. Let’s take this column and make it viral. Take it to your church, to your sorority or fraternity, to your club, to your friends. Black folks have

more than $1.3 trillion in annual income. Bennett College needs less than four-tenths of one percent of that. Come on, Y’all. We can do this. If just 5000 of the high net worth black woman gave a grand, we could do this! I’m asking my sisters to join the crusade for Bennett. •You can help us find an angel to help, not only with the $5 million that must be raised but also with a long-term contribution. If you have an angel that you’d like me, President Worthy Dawkins, or President Emerita Dr. Johnnetta Betsch Cole to talk with, please reach out to me at dr.j@juliannemalveaux.com. At this time, we only need unrestricted dollars by February 1, 2019. Please help. Year after year we hear stories of HBCUs that are facing financial challenges. Why is this one different and special, and what will Bennett do to ensure that it does not reencounter some of these challenges? Bennett College is prepared to engage in a strategic planning initiative to move us from surviving to thriving. We are prepared to engage in 21st-century technology to make our campus work. We need resources to move to the next step, and we are ready to raise those funds with just a little help. Are you in? Bennett College President Dr. Phyllis Worthy Dawkins has been bold, firm, and strategic, as she has faced these challenges. She says, “We look forward to working with partners who understand that their investment supports the education of deserving young women whose potential is only limited by the opportunities we give them. Our challenge is great. Our time is short. Our resolve is mighty.” I #StandwithBennett at www. bennett.edu/donate Will you? Please send your dollars and your ideas. Please help us water the oasis!

Miles’ Musings: “MURDER”

The history of guns dates back to the 10th Century when the Chinese used combustible agents to fire shrapnel out of bamboo shafts toward an enemy—thus, the firearm. Fast-forward to modern handguns. If you place your two hands together, fingertip-to-fingertip, the average modern handgun could easily be placed in the palms of even a small pair of hands. When one considers roughly 40,000 lives lost to gun violence in a year, about the same number as highway fatalities, half of opioid overdoses, it’s hard to believe that such a relatively small device could be the tool of so much carnage. The primary tool of murder by firearm is not the rifle, the AR-15, or the Uzi, but the handgun-- the 9mm, the 45 automatic, and the 38 among others. The handgun is easily concealed in a holster, a purse, a glove box, under the driver’s seat, in a pocket or the waistband of your jeans. Now with the ever-popular concealed weapon permit, it’s all legal, and the Stand Your Ground laws make it even more appealing to own and carry. The history of murder, according to the book of Genesis, dates back to brothers Cain and Abel. William Shakespeare’s most famous murder scene may have been Julius Caesar’s at the hands of Senators of the Roman Senate. American history is ripe, if not rich, with murder. Presidential assassinations, Rock Stars, Civil Rights leaders, mobsters, gang bangers, and countless innocent victims struck down by the squeeze of a trigger on a handgun. I first learned about “murder” on television and in movies

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R&B and jazz singer, violinist, author, award-winning writer, and record producer. www.milesjaye.net

where motive and opportunity were always used to build plot and drama. Raymond Burr in “Ironside” and “Perry Mason”, Angela Lansberry in “Murder She Wrote,” Peter Falk in “Columbo.” Then there were the cop shows—"Dragnet,” “NYPD Blue,” “Hawaii Five-0,” and “Law and Order” to name a few. Then came the Westerns, affectionately known as “Shoot ‘Em Ups” with a murder in nearly every episode. One

could argue, Westerns made “gunplay” more popular than any other genre of entertainment. What I learned was that “murder” comes in various forms, varieties, and degrees, as it is technically a legal term. “Murder” is the intentional or premeditated, and unlawful taking of another human life. Merriam Webster simply says “murder” is, “the crime of deliberately killing a person”, commonly referred to as 1st Degree Murder. Merriam Webster also says, “manslaughter” is the crime of killing a person without intending to do so,” or, “the unlawful killing of a person without express or implied malice,” known as 2nd Degree Murder.

All categories of murder fall under the broad heading of “Homicide”, “the act of killing another person.” Murder, or taking a human life, is arguably the most serious crime a person can commit. This, regardless of means or method, be it stabbing, strangulation, poisoning, or shooting, so when candidate Trump said “I could stand in the middle of 5th Avenue and shoot somebody, and I wouldn’t lose any voters.”, I knew then that this was a depraved, morally corrupt, spiritually bankrupt individual, with no sense of right or wrong. I knew then that Donald Trump, the person, was completely absent of conscience, and therefore, quite dangerous. Interestingly, while researching “murder”, I stumbled on the phrase, “to get away with murder”, meaning to succeed in doing whatever one chooses without being punished or suffering any consequences. I found the meaning strikingly relevant to today’s political climate. Today it seems, powerful men in high places, or as they’re referred to in Ephesians 6:12, “spiritual wickedness in high places,” are being exposed for their wrong doing, for their association with the same wretched man, and for somehow believing they will get away with murder. I for one, was not surprised when, Trump referred to Neo-Nazis and Klansmen in Charlottesville as “good people,” even as a young woman lost her life as a result of the violent protests. I was not surprised by Trump’s depraved indifference to the murder of Washington Post journalist, Jamal Khashoggi. And, I was Please see MURDER, page 6

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South Dallas Club sponsors SAFE Encounters Program By Gwendolyn H. Daniels

The South Dallas Business and Professional Women’s Club (SDBP&W) partnered with Lincoln Humanities and Communications Magnet High School and the Dallas Police Department’s South Central and Southeast Divisions in presenting their annual SAFE Encounters Program. It’s thematic purpose is a directive of the National Association of Negro Business and Professional Women’s Clubs, Inc. (NANBPW). Sgt. Joseph Childs, President Gwendolyn SAFE Encounters provides Dallas Police Department’s South Central and Southeast Divisions Safe Encounters Program participnts gathDaniels, Dallas City Councilman Kevin er after program. young people valuable informaFelder, and Sgt. Shayla Johnson tion to aid in successfully interjuniors and seniors and police and Dallas City Councilman Candy Bradshaw. opened the program with recting the organization’s proacting with law enforcement, officers. 153 students assembled Kevin Felder brought greetings Mrs. Murphy introduced Police the posting of colors and grams that are presented yearly should encounters occur. across the nation. Johnna Weaver, Lincoln’s cam- in the school auditorium to par- from the City of Dallas. Other Sgts. Joseph Childs and Shayla “Star-Spangled Banner.” SAFE Encounters was creatFor information on the South pus principal, gave approval for ticipate in the event and special program participants included Johnson with their panel of ofSouth Dallas BPW Club to host guests included elected officials Gwendolyn H. Daniels, pres- ficers and Mrs. Bradshaw com- ed and implementerd in 2015 Dallas Business and Professionand Lincoln High alumni. ident of the Club who deliv- pleted the session with a review by Dr. Lavern J. Holyfield who al Women’s Club, visit southdalthe event at Lincoln. Program participants includ- ered the occasion, and SAFE of “Takeaways.” serves as the NANBPW’s Na- lasbpwc.org, the Facebook page: On December 4, 2018 an Lincoln High School’s tional First Vice President. Dr. southdallas1954; or the Insta“Open Mic – Talk Back” dia- ed: campus liaison Sheila V. Encounters Committee memlogue was held between Lincoln Walker with a hearty welcome bers Brenda King Murphy and JROTC and marching band Holyfield is responsible for di- gram site: SouthDallas1954.

Murder, continued from page 5 not at all surprised by President Trump’s indifference to the death of a second Guatemalan child while in U. S. Border Patrol custody. “They say I have the most loyal people…” said Donald Trump proudly, “…where I could stand in the middle of 5th Avenue and shoot somebody, and I wouldn’t lose any voters. It’s like incredible!” Who else would find humor in such a detestable notion but a sociopath? Of equal importance, who would allow someone clearly displaying mental disorder, to go unchecked about the business of the nation? Senators Ryan, McConnell, Cruz, Menendez and other silent Republican senators should be leery, as anyone found to have witnessed a murder but

having done nothing to prevent it may in fact be held, in some way, to some extent and to some degree, responsible for that life. As for retiring Secretary of Defense, Gen. Mattis, “retiring in protest” may be a grand gesture, however, it may go down in history as turning a blind eye to crimes in progress. That said, beware the Ides of March! www.milesjaye.com

Join Miles Jaye in concert at The Black Academy of Arts and Letters, January 18 and 19 in the Clarence Muse Cafe. Tickets are $25.

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Healthy Living Expo, continued from front page crisis in our communities and I applaud the efforts and programming at Friendship-West. The Realizing the Dream: Healthy Living Expo will feature informative presentations, panel discussions, live demonstrations, food, entertainment, giveaways, a variety of vendors, screenings from Parkland Health & Hospital System and a Sweet Potato Pie Contest. Other sponsors for the 2019 Expo include Texas Metro News, Garland Journal, I Messenger, Service Broadcasting (K104 FM and KRNB FM), Urban One (97.9 The Beat and Majic 94.5 FM), 106.1 KISSFM, KHVN-HEAVEN 97, the African American Museum, Dallas-Fort Worth Association

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Katherine Jackson, reportedly gravely ill By Stacy M. Brown

NNPA Newswire Correspondent @StacyBrownMedia Katherine Jackson, the matriarch of the famed Jackson family, is reportedly gravely ill, with family members already fighting over her share of the late Michael Jackson’s estate. Outlets like Radar Online, the National Enquirer and even Atlanta Black Star have reported that Jackson, 88, is facing brain surgery. Previously, the outlets reported that Jackson has had several strokes and other ailments that have left her wheelchair-bound and dependent upon caretakers. The latest reports also suggest that several of Jackson’s children have engaged in a fierce battle to control their mother’s share of the late King of Pop’s vast estate – valued at more than $1 billion. “Now everybody in the family is jockeying for position!” a source told the National Enquirer. Although a rep denied it, two family insiders claimed the great-grandmother has suffered from excruciating headaches, leading to a hospital visit in late summer, the tabloid reported. “Katherine is in dire condition,” another source told RadarOnline. com. “Now everybody in the family is jockeying for position.”

“Her doctor thought she had a stroke,” another unnamed source – described as an insider – told Radar. According to another source, Katherine remained hospitalized for about a week. “More tests were conducted to see if her condition might be something even more serious – like a brain tumor,” the source said. The family insider said doctors discovered a golf ball-sized growth on Katherine’s brain and declared she must undergo surgery as soon as possible. While some doubt the veracity of unnamed sources, several members of the Jackson family are well-known for speaking off the record and requesting anonymity. Michael Jackson, who died in 2009, provided stories about himself and his family to the National Enquirer, according to his former pub-

licist and others around the Jacksons. Earlier this year, family patriarch Joseph Jackson died at the age of 89 after a bout with cancer. Multiple outlets had reported that Joseph had been alienated from the family after he publicly tried to cash in on Michael Jackson’s 2009 death by employing look-a-likes and holding press conferences to push new music and other material while the family mourned the “Thriller” singer. Battles over the King of Pop’s fortune reportedly began moments after he was pronounced dead, with Katherine, Latoya and others searching his Los Angeles home and beseeching Jackson’s former nanny to tell them where cash may have been stashed inside. Now, sources have told news outlets that Katherine’s children are elbowing each other to ensure they get their slice of the pie before — and

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after — Katherine dies. She currently pays out a combined $37,000 a month to daughters La Toya, 62, and Rebbie, 68, a source told Radar. Katherine also forks out $12,000 to son Jermaine, 64, and nearly $10,000 to pay the rent for some of Jermaine’s and Randy’s children. “Some of those people want her to live so they can stay on the gravy train,” a source told the tabloid. “Others would like to see her go, thinking they’ll get even more from her estate!” Born in Barbour County, Alabama, on May 4, 1930, Katherine and Joseph married in 1949 and had 10 children together including superstars Michael and Janet. A musician and singer, Katherine, along with Joseph, encouraged the family to pursue a career in music. She’s made very few recent public appearances – once at her grandson’s concert in Los Angeles; later at another show featuring one of her granddaughters and at Joseph Jackson’s funeral in August. Katherine and Joseph Jackson had nearly 30 grandchildren and, despite varying media reports, the two never divorced. On the latest news, a Jackson source told NNPA Newswire that “Katherine is in good hands. Don’t believe the hype.”

10/23 – 11/21 No aim is too high, so don't be afraid to take risks; no matter how impossible things may seem. SAGITTARIUS – The Archer – 11/22 – 12/21 Create a new slate for you; by now you should know what works for you and what doesn't. Daily Oracle Reading: Ask and it is given: When you are lead wrong; you alone are responsible for following in the first place.

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Alicia Dennis Each day life is different, almost moment to moment. I adore my job because I encounter a range of emotions to produce the highest quality content for you the reading, listening and or viewing audience. Today, in the Valder Beebe Show RES Studios, PEOPLE Magazine Senior Editor Alicia Dennis talks with me about the compelling stories of the third season of Investigation Discovery’s People Magazine Investigates. People Magazine Investigates features compelling stories of ordinary people thrust into the spotlight following notorious crimes. Through the lens of PEOPLE’s trusted journalists, each hour-long episode takes viewers to the heart of the crime and is interlaced with archival footage, dramatic recreations and emotional interviews with those closest to the cases. With new facts and emotional firsthand accounts, each episode takes viewers to the epicenter of the crime, as PEOPLE’s renowned journalists divulge the shocking twists and surprising facts they learned while doggedly investigating each case.

–Text provided by Alicia Dennis representing publicist I was excited with the opportunity to interview Alicia Dennis who has worked throughout People’s Magazine sections for more than 15 years, earning multiple editorial awards for reporting and breaking news coverage. Alicia discussed with me, for the audience some of the most captivating stories yet to broadcast. VBS: For my audiences let’s define ‘What is People Magazine?’ AD: People Magazine is telling stories through the eyes of the people that experience them. VBS: Who are the people telling those stories? AD: We tell the stories of celebrities, yet a great number of stories that we tell are through the eyes of ordinary people. Ordinary people doing extraordinary things. Extraordinary people doing ordinary things. It’s a unique way that we tell stories in the magazine and online, and now in this television show. Alicia Dennis’ complete interview can be heard on Soundcloud.com/ valderbeebeshow.

Pro-Duffers celebrate fund-raising triumph at Jubilee’s The First Noel

It was a packed house for the performance. Story and Photos by M.P. Stone

The 35-year-old Pro-Duffers Foundation Southwest Chapter celebrated reaching its 2018 fundraising goal by buying out the Jubilee Theatre’s showing of The First Noel. Keith Richardson, CFO of The Foster Kidd Foundation said, “The Pro-Duffers Foundation organizes fund-raising activities throughout the Dallas-Fort Worth community and award deserving youth through scholarships. Each year scholarships are given to recipients of our youth programs and to Paul Quinn College and other HBC’s. This foundation was named after and in honor of our Southwest Chapter founder, Dr. Foster Kidd, DDS.” According to their mission statement, The Pro-Duffers main purpose is to introduce young people to the sport of golf and to help those who seriously want to pursue the sport professionally. “Our foundation also promotes and supports the development of self-esteem, academic excellence and character in addition to sportsmanship,” added former Chapter President, Truman Thomas. Jerry Woodard, Vice-Chair of the Pro-Duffers Civic Committee said, “Our Southwest Chapter also founded First Tee of Greater Dallas which was another major accomplishment, in addition to raising nearly $70,000 this year. To-

night, we have gathered in celebration of reaching our fund-raising goal and to thank our sponsors who helped us in our 2018 endeavors.” The evening’s pre-performance reception in Fort Worth was impeccably planned and fulfilled by LaWonda Peoples, owner of Eventfully Yours Events in North Richland Hills. BMW of North America is one of fifteen other Pro-Duffer Southwest Chapter sponsors. Texas Trust Bank is another major sponsor along with Worthington National Bank, who’s CEO Greg Morris and other staff were in attendance. “Former Dallas Mayor Ron Kirk was the sponsor of the recent fundraiser at Trinity Golf Course in Dallas,” said former Assistance Tournament Chairman, Bryan O’Rilley. “Our chapter has over 50 members and I am so appreciative of Dale Hogg for encouraging me to join.” Pro-Duffers Foundation guest Bryan Bullitt of Frisco says he plays for a couple of hours on Tuesday mainly for relaxation, mental stimulation and socializing. “I look forward to it every week and enjoy playing a friendly game of golf on my day off,” said Bullitt. For more information on upcoming events or how to become a member or donate to The Southwest Chapter of The Pro-Duffers contact Chapter President Warren "Chip" Lee III at 214.777.7777 or visit their website at www.produfferssw.com.

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Last Fling

Ask Alma by Alma Gill

Email questions to: alwaysaskalma@ gmail.com. Follow her on Facebook at “Ask Alma” and twitter @almaaskalma.

Dear Alma, I’m 25 and getting ready to marry a wonderfully fantastic man. We are totally compatible and get along in every way. Our sex life is amazing, and I really love him. However, I recently met a new man to whom I am unbelievably attracted, but just phys-

10 ically. I know deep inside that I want to be with my fiancé forever. My question to you is: Would it be so wrong to have sex with my new friend just one time? So far we’ve only gone to lunch and out for drinks. I see this as my last chance to hook up before I say “I do.” Vonda M., Wheeling, W.V. Vonda, Honey Chile, please. This is easy. All you want is for me to tell you, “Sure, girl, go on and get your swerve on before your wedding night.” NOT! Keep it moving, sister, cause you won’t find that train on the Ask Alma railroad tracks of life. Of all the things you could have on your mind before your wedding, you’re daydreaming about another man. Really!? Let me school you for a min-

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ute. Take a bus to Fantasy Land. That way you’ll have your moment of satisfaction (just not for real) and you won’t hurt your new husband or yourself by making the worst mistake of your life. What if you do it and you don’t have a good time. Then, you’d be mad you put yourself out like that. What if you do it and you like it? Then you’ll want more, and you couldn’t because you’d be married. Back up, take a chill pill and remind yourself of the morals that I’m sure are somewhere within your reach. Y ou’ve found a great fiancé, and you want a quickie before you march down the aisle. You’ve made that perfectly clear. However, my brain is on pause and I just have to say – the real question here should be: Are you sure you’re even ready to get married? Alma

Sankofa Players bring out best in teen troupe with Black Nativity Story and photos by M.P. Stone

Willie Minor, co-founder of The Sankofa Players wrapped up another successful run of The Black Nativity. This year’s cast was mainly comprised of students from theatre clusters of W.E. Griener Middle School and Booker T. Washington High School for the Visual & Performing Arts and featured two young Angel’s ages four and eight. The soulful musical rendition of the birth of Jesus performed at the African American Museum, opened Wednesday, December 19th and ran thru Saturday December 22nd. These youthful talents danced their way into the audiences’ hearts and sang familiar songs of praise such as Silent Night and Joy to the World in celebration of Jesus’s birth. Special vocal guests included Emerald Khan, Shawonda Bausley, Mona Washington, Josiah Caleb, Marquez Edwards, Stephen Que and Lois Martin. Special guest ministers included Dr. James L. Henderson, Dr. Detrick King and Dr. Brent Polk, also the productions Music Director. The production was directed by Willie H. Minor, narrated by Doris Roddy Howard and Yolanda Higgins served as Stage Manager. The Black Nativity, written by Langston Hughes, was first presented in Dallas 25 years ago by Willie Minor, the multi-talented Actor, Writer, Producer and Director. Minor, an accomplished actor has twenty-six TV and film credits to his name from Wishbone, Problem Child and JFK to Crash, Walker, Texas Rangers and The Tuskegee Airman. Minor also won the Best Supporting Actor Award for the film Jerico at the Du Film Pan-African Film Festival in Cannes France in 2017. Minor also has an impressive stage producing, design, acting and directing career that spans almost 40 years. Bringing the best performance out of an actor is one of Willie Minors notable abilities, especially when it comes to young aspiring actors. “Just because you’re young doesn’t mean you don’t have anything to share. The youth of today are smart, enthusiastic and talented. They all have a gift to share with you,” said Minor. “We have to give them our support and more opportunities to express themselves.” Whether you are a young actor or adult, you can be sure that you are in the presence of a seasoned professional with Minor who has certainly paid his dues. Dues all of the Sankofa Players co-founders have paid in one aspect of the arts or another in their quest to inspire underserved youth through arts education and performance opportunities. The Sankofa Players was co-founded in 2007 with Roz Marabel, C.B. Rice, Doris Rice, LaShawn Vanhook, Randy Nelson and Lisa Whitfield and has permanent residency at the African American Museum in Fair Park, Dallas, Texas.

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Dallas. 7pm-8:30pm 1st & 3rd Monday Info: covent@friendshipwest.org. Reggae Sunday Brunch at Hero’s Lounge 3094 N. 35 Fwy. Dallas. 11am3pm.

January 2 Happy Birthday to Team member Terry Allen & Newly Elected Media-Related Representative of NABJ

Recurring Events

NPHC-Dallas 2019 Monthly Meetings at African American Museum 3536 Grand Ave. Dallas 6:30pm Wednesdays. Unwind Wednesday’s Comedy Night At Club Odyssey 7439 Westmoreland Rd. Dallas 9pm-2am. 22nd Annual La Virgen de Guadalupe Art Exhibit at Oak Cliff Cultural Center 223 W. Jefferson Blvd. Dallas. 11am-6pm.

Skating under the Stars at Dr. Pepper Star Center 12700 N. I35 Fwy. Farmers Branch. 12pm-10pm. Friday Night’s Groove W/Muddy Groove Band at Canton Events-Dallas 1204 Griffith St. West. 8pm-1am.

January 5

. Just us Girls Empowerment Workshop Hosted by: Girls Living Life on Purpose, Inc. at 1401 S. Lamar St. Dallas. 11am-2pm. Free for Teen Girls Register: www.urbanspecilists.org/justusgirls. Sankofa Unplugged Open Mic Night at Sankofa Kitchen 3333 Camp Wisdom Rd. Dallas. 9pm-12am. Tickets: www. sankofakitchen.com. Who Run the World? Girls – All Female Artist Showcase at Aldeez Caribbean Restaurant & Event Center 7879 Spring Valley Rd. Tickets; instaseats.com.

January 3 Slavery at Jefferson’s Monticello: Paradox of Liberty at African American Museum 3536 Grand Ave. Dallas 10am-5pm. Ends 1-21-19. Qualified Home- Builders for City of Dallas HIPP Contact: City’s Home Repair; 214670-3644 housinginspections@dallascityhall.com.

Dallas Fashion Week// January 3-62019 Courtyard Marriott 1201 Raiford Rd, Carrollton. 8pm-11pm each day. Dallas in the time of Martin Luther King, Jr. at Hall of State at Fair Park 3939 Grand Ave. Tue.-Sat. 1-5pm Sun. 1-5pm. Now to Jan. 27, 2019. Free Health Screening at Friendship-West Baptist Church 2020 Wheatland Rd. Dallas. After each Sunday service 8:30am-1pm. Location: B123. Dates until 10-6-19.

January 4 Happy Birthday to Team member and our Friend Ptosha Storey

Dallas Theatre Center Presents: Fetch Clay, Make Man. “What does it mean to be a Black man in America?” at Dee & Charles Wylie Studio Theatre 2400 Flora St. Now until 1-13-19. Sliver Stories Storytelling Circle at Bishop Arts Theatre 215 S. Tyler St. Dallas. Weekly Free Interactive Workshops. Contact Tiffany Jackson: 214-948-0716 ext.307. Phantom of the Opera at Music Hall in Fair Park 909 1st Ave. Dallas. 7:30pm-10pm. Tickets: www.phantomoftheopera.com Dates until 1-6-19 Marvelous Marriage Monday’s at Friendship-West Baptist Church 2020 W. Wheatland Rd.

Community Reception for Elected Officials Host: HWNT Dallas Chapter at Mercado369 369 W. Jefferson Blvd. 5:30pm7pm. RSVP: dallashispanictxcoc.wliinc24.com

January 7 C. D. C. Meet-Up at Redbird Entrepreneur Center 3662 W. Camp Wisdom Rd. Dallas. 6pm-8pm. Free RSVP: Eventbrite.

January 8 Kappa Alpha Psi “Diamond Affair” Mega J5 @ House of Nupes-108 years of… at House of Blues & Foundation Room 2200 N. Lamar St.10pm.Jay Day 469-213-0961. VIP Coaching Day w/Tiana Von Johnson at Meadows Conference Center 2900 Live Oak St. Dallas. 9am-4pm. Tickets: events.r20.constantcontacts.com. Jambo Means Hello! Learn Kiswahili at Pan African Connection 4466 S. Marsalis Ave. Dallas 11am. Call 214-943-8262 to sign up. Soul Satu r d a y ’s Scout at Bastards of Soul! At Scout 1914 Commerce St. 9pm.

Of Our Past: Exhibition at South Dallas Cultural Center 3400 S. Fitzhugh Ave. Dallas 9am-5pm. ThePower of Laughter Heals the Soul –Feat: A-Train at Clarence Muse Café 1309 Canton St. 7:30pm, Sat. 7:30pm.

Star-Telegram Weddings – January 2019 Bridal Show at Will Rodgers Memorial Center & Facilities 3401 W. Lancaster Rd. Ft. Worth. 10:30am-4pm. Yoga & Afrobeats A Sensual Yo g a - B e a t Class at V12 Yoga 600 Harwood St. 2nd Fl. Dallas. 2:30pm.

2019 Public Hearings for HUD Grants at City of Dallas – City Hall 1500 Marilla St. 7pm-9pm.

Soul Jazz Thursdays Feat: Natural Change Band at Sandaga813 813 Exposition St. Dallas. 8pm-12am. 2019 Public Hearings for HUD Grants at City of Dallas – City Hall 1500 Marilla St. 7pm-9pm.

Bothem Jean Light Brigade Host Tiffney Lee Billion at 1400 S. Lamar St. Dallas. 6:30pm-7:30pm Celebrate his Life with Lights.

January 6 Feeding The Needy! Host: Hollywood Hernandez Live at 1698 Corsicana St. Dallas. 3pm-5pm. Volunteers are welcome.

Irving Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Café Con Nosotros at IHCC Offices 135 S. Jefferson St. Irving 8:30am. Seafood Boil at Amberjax Fish Market Grille at Trinity Groves 3011 Gulden Ln. Ste. 107, Dallas. 5pm-9pm. Taco Tuesday at Harwood Tavern Sports Bar 333 S. Harwood Dallas. 4pm12am. Enjoy $2.00 Tacos! Free Parking.

January 9

Vision Night at Friendship-West Baptist Church 2020 W. Wheatland Rd. Dallas. 7pm8:30pm. Eventbrite. New Year’s Revival at The Potter’s House of North Dallas 10501 Main St. Frisco. 7pm-9:30pm. 1-9-11-19. Dallas Mavericks vs. Phoenix Suns at American Airlines Center 2500 Victory Ave. Dallas. 7:30pm.

Beginner Beyoncé Ballet at Arts Mission Oak Cliff 410 Windomere Ave Dallas.

January 10 Happy Birthday to Team Member and a great guy Vincent L. Hall

Soul Jazz Thursday’s with Dee Lucas at Sandaga813 813 Exposition Ave. Dallas. 8pm-12am. CD Release and Listening Series at TBAAL Clarence Muse Café Theatre 1309 Canton St. 7:30pm. Tickets: $5 via Ticketmaster. Live at SoHo Food, Drinks & Jazz 5290 Belt Line Rd. Ste. 102B, Dallas. 7pm-11pm. #Hack The Culture Networking Services at Impact House/Good Work 1808 S. Good Latimer Exp. Dallas 6:30pm-8:30pm.

January 11 Poets n’ Jazz #3 Feat: SE7EN of Houston at TBAAL Clarence Muse Café’ Theatre 1309 Canton St. Dallas. 9pm. International Gem & Jewelry Show (Winter 2019) at Market Hall 2200 Stemmons Fwy. Dallas 12pm-5pm. 1-11-1-13-19.Tickets: www.intergem.com. Swing Friday’s & Step 2 Parties under 1 Roof at 2155 Ballroom & Events 2155 Marsh Ln. Carrollton. 9pm-1am. Chris Hogan Signing/Discussion at Barnes & Noble Lincoln Park 7700 N. Northwest Hwy. Ste. 300 Dallas.

January 12 Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. 2019 FoundersDay Celebration at Hyatt Regency 300 Reunion Blvd. Dallas 7pm.

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Frisco, Texas - The North Texas Community Giving Foundation (NTCGF) presented it’s 3rd Annual Texas Big Star Half Marathon & 5K at Collin College Preston Ridge Campus, 9700 Wade Blvd., Frisco, Texas 75035 on April 14, 2018. Over 1800 runners took part in the event that raised thousands of dollars. The NTCGF recently awarded $50,000 in grants to area charitable groups from proceeds gained from Frisco’s first and only endurance event. The North Texas Community Giving Foundation Grant Presentation Night was held October 25, 2018 at the Baylor Scott & White Performance Center at The Star. Out of 45 applications received, the NTCGF selected and awarded grants to 16 North Texas based nonprofit organizations. “With sponsors, committee members, volunteers and runners committing their time and finances as the driving force of our race, we’re pleased to facilitate the exchange of critical funds needed by local charities who work to strengthen our community,” Texas Big Star Half Marathon & 5K Race Director Paul Simon said. The 2018 grant recipients are: 4theOne, Bedstart, Camp Craig Allen, Clayton Dabney, Cornerstone Ranch, Frisco Fastpacs, Grace to Grow, Grant Haliburton, Habitat 4 Paws, Lil’ Warriors, Lovepacs Little Elm, Meals on Wheels Collin County, NBCF, Oasis Center, Stay the Course (22Kill) and Treasured Vessels. The evening of grant presentations included food and wine provided by Zaytinya at The Star and flowers provided by Simply Blessed. Specific criteria and details about the NTCGF grant application process is accessible on the NTCGF website. We’d like to thank our 2018 Race

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continued from front page Now I wasn’t the only one to make a pledge or commitment and I am not the only one to honor it, but this is my truth. I really wanted to see if I could still walk the walk, instead of just talking the talk. Could I start something and then 365 days later, regardless of any obstacles, remain true? Or would I make excuses, blame my lapses on someone or something, or just get up one day and say, “I’m not feeling like red today?” I could have made so many excuses for not wearing red. And there are

those who will say that it’s not a big deal. But just think for a minute. What can you commit to for a certain length of time, and then see it through? There were those times that I said, “can’t do it.” Too often I have heard someone say, “Can’t should not be in your vocabulary.” Unfortunately however, I hear “can’t” more today than in previous years. Folks used to say, “I’ll try.” But today they have no problems saying, “Sorry, no can do.” Still others don’t get the whole sorority/fraternity “stuff” either. I’ve heard these public service organizations criticized by folks who create or join other groups that take on similar practices or antics.

TEXAS METRO NEWS - JANUARY 2, 2019 When I decided to seek membership in Delta Sigma Theta, I was clueless about what I was getting myself into. I knew a little about the organization that was founded in 1913. I also knew that the most dynamic women on campus were Deltas and I felt like I kinda had it going on too. What a natural fit! Then I began reading more and talking to folks. My future big sisters told me what was expected of me. They also said that my commitment didn’t end once I graduated, but instead I was signing on for life. It sounded easy then, but there was something on the horizon. There was something that could disrupt the best of plans - LIFE! Yes, life happens and how you handle and navigate through life is not

Butterfly I emerge from this darkness changed. Leaving behind so much of what was me; whole but with missing parts. Pushing myself through a realization that does not include you, physically. Your transformation complete. Mine ... only beginning.

totally up to you because stuff happens. And understanding that stuff happens, I, like a past president of the National Association of Black Journalists, Condace Pressley; decided to live a life where I underpromise and overdeliver. Essentially, when I am given a job to do, I do more. I exceed expectations. And I don’t make grandiose commitments that even to the most reasonable person seems to be a bit much and more than most could achieve. I wore red every day. I made it through. I honored my commitment on a number of fronts, and that’s the real deal. That’s my truth and my life.

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