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The Collective Empowerment Group- A Green Ballot Strategy Jim Clingman
There are reports that in some sections the Black man has difficulty in voting and having counted the little white ballot he has the privilege of depositing twice a year. But there is a little green ballot he can vote through the teller’s window 313 days each year and no one will throw it out or refuse to count it. Booker T. Washington Economic leverage is the most powerful tool available in a capitalistic society, and the Collective Empowerment Group (CEG), formerly known as the Collective Banking Group, has provided glowing examples of that truism for 16 years. Echoing and implementing the “green ballot” strategy of Booker T. Washington, the Collective Empowerment Group has used the strength of its hundreds of thousands of members to leverage reciprocal benefits from banks and other businesses. By coming together across all superficial boundaries, members of the CEG have demonstrated economic empowerment among Black churches and their congregants. Now, moving into its next phase of development, the group has expanded its vision and its reach. The CEG is designing and executing initiatives that speak to and deal with the whole person by including in its mission a head-on assault on the myriad of issues that plague our communities. Health issues, political issues, criminal justice issues, employment issues, as well as economic issues are all on the table for the CEG, because the Church is the most effective vehicle to bring about the change that is sorely needed among our people. Historically the Black Church attended to most of the needs of Black people. Many schools were established, businesses were started, benevolent societies began, children were taken in, the homeless were attended to, and the disenfranchised were comforted all by the Black Church. Why not today? Considering how much money Black churches deposit into banks every week, as well as the interest paid on church
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buildings, topped off by all of the folks who sit in the pews every Sunday and the staggering amounts they spend at various businesses, Black churches should rightly be at the front when it comes to economic empowerment. The CEG has been at the front since its inception, and that’s why we should all follow its example by establishing a chapter in our respective cities. I am proud to say that we here in Cincinnati, Ohio began our chapter a couple of years ago; no, we are not where we want to be yet, but we are certainly far beyond where we used to be, especially when it comes to working together and using our collective economic strength. We will host our annual economic empowerment event on February 26, 2011, during which Pastor Jonathan Weaver, Founder and National Spokesperson for the CEG, will deliver the keynote address. We will conduct several workshops on Financial Fitness, Legacy Building, Debt-Free Living, and other pertinent topics. We will also use the event to recruit even more local churches into our chapter. If you have been a regular reader of my column over the past decade you already know about my full support and advocacy for the CEG. Having collaborated with its members for years now, I am so pleased that our local ministers have taken up the gauntlet and committed to build a strong CEG Chapter. As I have said many times over, it is not a panacea, but it sure beats what most of us have going for ourselves when it comes to economic empowerment. Look around, brothers and sisters, and tell me you don’t see what is going on in this nation and around the world. Economically, socially, politically, and in the education and health arenas, we are suffering. But our situation is only sealed if we fail to stand up and do something about it – collectively. The President, the Congress, our local political officials, and most of those upon whom we have been taught to depend are not coming to save us. That’s our job. Continued Page 5
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One month after installing its newly elected 2010-12 officers, the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) Greenville Branch is preparing for its Annual Freedom Fund Banquet according to Rev. Phillip Dukes, the group’s new president. The Freedom Fund Banquet will be held on April 2, 2011 in the Greenville High School Cafeterium located at 5315 Lion’s Liar in Greenville. The banquet starts at 6:00 pm. According to Dukes, guest speaker for the event will be Dr. Mollie A. Johnson Williams, a native of Greenville. The installation of the newly elected NAACP officers took place during January’s Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. birthday celebrations. Newly elected and installed NAACP officers were: president Rev. Phillip Dukes, vice president Willie
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T Hobdy, Secretary Suzette Hobdy and treasurer Elder Wesley Pierce. Executive board members that were installed included: Rev. Charles Faulkner, William Smith, Betty Franklin, Dan Perkins, Anne Fitzpatrick Haynes, Keith Cozine and Lisa Hoskins. Dr. Michael A. Jolla, Sr. Pastor of St. John Mission-
ary Baptist Church presided over the installation. The NAACP is the nation’s oldest civil rights organization. It has impacted America’s history and is making contributions to its future. The activity of local branches across the state can be found in the state’s leading black newspapers and online through
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Dear Gwendolyn: I have been married for 22 years and my husband has been acting as if he has no interest in me. This started immediately after our wedding. I tolerated it because I didn’t want my marriage to appear to be a failure. . This is the problem: On Valentine’s Day I purchased a beautiful short see-through gown. When I tried to attempt to court him, he said “I hate Valentine’s Day.” I then went into my bedroom and cried. Another incident was when I had the flu, he told me that he didn’t want to catch my cold. So, he got into his car and drove for nine hours to visit a male friend. I was really sick. I needed him to be there to make soup and to give me water and juices. Gwendolyn, for years I had begged him to go on various vacations. He never wanted to go and didn’t go. But when two of his male buddies suggested to go on vacation, he wanted to go. I went along but I was totally ignored. What can I do to cause him to have an interest in me? Sarah
Dear Sarah: There is nothing you can do and I do hate to hear that you have tolerated his bad attitude and lack of interest in you. There are many women who are walking in your shoes - a husband who has no interest and doesn’t mind showing it. Sarah, there is something a little strange about your husband. Think about it. What man do you know would leave a sick wife and drive nine hours to visit another man? Could be nothing to it, but I don’t know and you should give a little thought to his many actions. I won’t say that your husband is on the down low, but I will say that he is --- --- low down. Do you have a son or grandson age 10-17? Help him to choose college - not jail. To order go to website: www.gwenbaines.com or write to her at: P. O. Box 10066, Raleigh, NC 27605-0066 (to receive a reply send a self-addressed stamped envelope) or email her at: gwenbaines@hotmail.com. If you have a problem? “Ask Gwendolyn Baines.”
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An Awesome Opportunity It has been said by some that “opportunity knocks only once.” However, in my opinion, this saying should come with a disclaimer since we encounter various opportunities throughout our lives. As long as we’re breathing we are faced with opportunities of some sort. An opportunity has been defined as a fit, favorable or convenient time to do something. Opportunities give us a chance to choose. They also come and go. There are numerous kinds of opportunities ranging from the smallest to the largest, from the most unusual to the awesome. Taking advantage of an opportune time can be utilized in everything from choosing the best time to wash your car to taking a lunch break to deciding when to run for political office if that happens to be one’s desire. You might say opportunities are categorical. Identifying an exceptional opportunity can present a dilemma for some, especially if it involves business, career, education, financial or relational decisions. There are numerous reasons that may affect how or why people make the choices that they do in life. Most of us generally seize the opportunities that we think will best benefit us in some way. However, it can be said that recognizing and taking advantage of the right opportunity when it comes requires a bit of wisdom. Unfortunately, sometimes we recognize missed opportunities in hindsight. A good adage to remember here is “you never know where your opportunities lie.” As Christians we have been given an awesome opportunity. Jesus has given us the opportunity of serving Him by serving others. It is an opportunity that is always available. This awesome opportunity offers rewards. We receive blessings when we serve others. However, just as with all opportunities, some opportunities to serve will appear before you, some you must seek and yet some will be appointed by God. God gave each of us gifts and abilities. We are to be thankful and to praise him for these wonderful gifts and abilities. But, he expects us to take the opportunity to use our gifts and abilities to serve others and not just use them solely for our own benefit (Matthew 25:34-40). As we look for opportunities to serve others, remember to thank Jesus who was the greatest servant of all. For when we serve others, we are blessed with the awesome opportunity of serving Jesus as well.
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Spalding’s young hip fashion sense has caught the eye of many. Photo/Hawtmag
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Jazz instrumentalist, bassist, composer and vocalist are just a few of her titles that can be used to describe Esperanza Spalding. Grammy Award Recipient is her most recent title added to her name. Spalding was named Best New Artist at the 53rd Grammy Awards recently, making her the first jazz artist to ever win. Not only does Esperanza captivate us with her impeccable music ability, she also mesmerizes us with her unique sense of fashion
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and innovative style. She is the new face for the new generation of contemporary jazz artists. She is Esperanza Spalding. Spalding has taken the world by storm over the last few years leaving quite an impression over her musical peers. Playing for everyone from President and Michele Obama during a musical tribute to Stevie Wonder to working with world renowned jazz musicians, she is truly a legend in the making at just 26 years old. Along with being musically gifted, she is also multilingual, singing in English, Spanish and Portuguese fluently. Born in Portland, Oregon Esperanza knew from an early age she had an interest in music. Overcoming many adversities of being raised in a single parent home along with living with an illness for most of her childhood, she still came out on top fulfilling all of her dreams. Raised by her mother who also was a musician,
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Esperanza a musical prodigy became a self taught violinist by age 5. At age 14, she began playing the bass realizing this was the instrument she was born to play. Esperanza entered Portland State University music program at age 16 after receiving numerous scholarships. She received her degree in Music from the Berklee College of Music where she became a music instructor at age 20, making her the youngest faculty member in the history of Berklee. From then on, everyone began to take notice of her musical genius. This sizzling rising star has recorded 3 albums: Junjo (2006), Esperanza (2008), and Chamber Music Society (2010). She has toured all over the world, received numerous awards and has performed at prestigious events like Umbria Jazz Festival in Italy, The Nobel Peace Prize Ceremony & Concert and The Famous Park City Jazz Festival in
Utah. Spalding currently resides in Austin, Texas. Her next project is her new album titled Radio Music Society (2011) to be released later this year. Spalding is also catching attention for her fashion sense. She has a style that’s truly her own. Coming from a diverse background of African American, Native, Hispanic & Welsh, she loves to embrace her ethnic heritage by sporting her hair completely naturalle. Her attire includes wearing simple pieces like t-shirts or halter tops with statement jewelry or simply adding a scarf. Whether it’s skinny leg jeans and a blouse or a ruffle shirt with a pair of slacks, she stands apart from the crowd with a simple, sleek style. Finally, this Fashionable Sizzling Sensation expresses she only wants to be recognized for her musicianship, not her sex appeal!
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NFL Mothers Join Sons in Dancing Diane Xavier EDITOR
The upcoming National Football League Labor Relations Meeting between the owners and players has everyone worried about whether a new collective bargaining agreement can be reached between the two parties in March. If not, owners will lock down the players and there is a great possibility the nation will miss out on NFL Football in 2011. Despite the drama in the background it didn’t ruin the mood of several NFL Players during Super Bowl week. Players such as Vince Young of the Tennessee Titans, Andre Gurode of the Dallas Cowboys and Bryant McKinnie of the Minnesota Vikings boogied down on the dance floor along with their mothers at the NFL Mothers Gala that was held at the Patty Granville Atrium Center in downtown Garland on February 5th. The Professional Football Mothers Association hosted the “NFL Mothers Gala” which included dinner, dancing, live entertainment, and a silent and a live auction. A portion of the proceeds benefits the local Boys & Girls club. Former NFL Player Daryl Jones, who is also the son of Garland Mayor Ronald Jones and his
wife, Peggy (who helped organize the special night), said the most important thing is to remember the kids who do not have the same opportunities. “It is a great cause because moms mean so much to the community,” Jones said. “It is a great time to not only to have fun, but also to support a great cause with the Boys and Girls Club and give back to the community. The NFL is a great game, and it takes a lot of mental and physical ability to make it in the NFL. A lot
of kids look up to us, so it is an honor and privilege to be role models and help them in any way we can.” The night began with an invocation by Felicia Young, mother of NFL Player Vince Young who thanked the Lord for all the blessings He provided, especially for protecting everyone during the ice storm that hit North Texas. “We all have the same story, trying to support our sons, and not only support the community but also help other mom’s who have sons who play in the
league,” Mrs. Young said. “It was a good time having everyone come together supporting each other,” Vince Young said. “May the best team win.” Mayor Jones and his wife Peggy Jones, made sure the City of Garland was part of the Super Bowl showcase in North Texas. “We want to thank everyone who came out and supported this great cause,” Mayor Jones said. “We also thank the NFL Mothers Association and all who made this a great event.”
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The assault on the poor and the so-called middle class has begun. Layoffs, union-busting, gasoline price gouging, stagnant wages, food costs going through the roof. Have you made plans on how you are going to fight back? Or, have
you just resigned yourself to defeat with those tired words, “There’s no use trying to do anything; “The man is not going let us do that;” and “They gonna do what they wanna do anyway.” The question before Black folks is, “What are we gonna do?” Or, to make it personal, “What are
YOU gonna do?” Take a giant step toward your own salvation here on earth by starting and building a strong chapter of the Collective Empowerment Group. There is power in the Collective. Contact the national office at 301 699 8449.
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GET INVOLVED - MAKE A DIFFERENCE The NAACP is the nation’s oldest civil rights organization. This organization has impacted America’s history and is making contributions to its future. The primary goal of the NAACP is to ensure the political, educational, social, and economic equality of rights of all persons. The Greenville NAACP meets the third Thursday of each month. Location - 1402 Clark St. - Annex Building of Clark Street Christian Church. The meeting starts at 6:pm. Greenville Branch President Phillip Dukes
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racial discrimination. The NAACP Greenville Branch was established in 1965 and through the support of dedicated leaders; members and supporters accomplishments have been made in establishing racial equality. “Over the last 46 years it has worked to have a positive impact in the areas of employment, housings, education and legal defense,” said Will Hobdy. Over the last year, led by immediate past President Anne Haynes, the NAACP Greenville Branch worked with representatives of the US Justice Department and city officials on items that impacted the African American community.
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The branch is a tax deductable nonprofit organization (501-3c) and donations will assist the organization with pursing legal and other remedies involving violation of civil rights. Tickets to the Freedom Fund Banquet are $25 each or a donation of $150 for a table of six at the upcoming banquet. The theme of the 2011 Freedom Fund Banquet is “Preparing for the Future,” Dukes said. The chairman of the Freedom Fund Banquet is Anne Haynes. Committee members are Betty Franklin and Jessie Barrett. To obtain tickets to the Freedom Fund Banquet members and supporters can call: (903) 454-2840 or (903) 450-8025.
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Dr. Michael A. Jolla, Sr. Pastor of St. John Missionary Baptist Church presided over the installation.
The NAACP Greenville Branch was established in 1965.
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The theme of the 2011 Freedom Fund Banquet is “Preparing for the Future.”
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Black Educators Host Scholarship Celebration Eulon Brown and McKie Giles at the 9th annual Scholarship Celebration. David Ross GARLAND JOURNAL NEWS
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For the last 8 years it has scholarships to African American students pursuing a degree in education. The group has provided over $24,000 in scholarships.The group works to enhance the education of all students and is particularly sensitive to the needs and interest of the Black community. GJN/PHOTO
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A group of Garland area black educators, formerly known as Garland Area Alliance of Black School Educators or GAABSE, last month hosted their 9th Annual Scholarship Celebration at the Hyatt Place Dallas/ Garland in Garland. The group works to enhance the education of all students and is particularly sensitive to the needs and interest of the Black community. For the last 8 years it has scholarships to African American students pursuing a degree in education. The group has provided over $24,000 in scholarships according to the group’s president, Edwin Hood. “This year’s theme, Students Success…No Longer a Mystery, reflects the vision of GAABSE and our dedication to providing opportunities to youth in the Garland Independent School District,” said scholarship celebration chairman Dr. Bonnie Barrett. Scholarship committee members this year included co-chairs Tracy Kovachevick and Valarie Nobles. Other members were Donna Bolden, Rhonda Jenkins, Conrad Leonard, Lauren McKinney, LaJoyce Stead-
ham and John Washington. “The mystery dinner theater concept was a new idea for the annual fundraiser. “The scholarship committee worked hard for the event,” said Barrett. Entitled, “Mystery Murder & Intrigue on the 190,” the script was written by Carver Elementary School 4th grader Tanaysha Franklin, Garland ISD parent Laanzhanelte Westbrook and Centerville Elementary School 3rd grade teacher Valerie Nobles. In addition to the mystery dinner theater the group also recognized three honorees who Barrett said had “demonstrated their commitment to making our community a better place.” This year’s honorees were founder and artistic director of the Dallas Black Dance Theatre, Ann Williams; attorney DeMetris Sampson, managing partner of the Dallas law offices of Linebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson, LLP and John Washington, the assistant superintendent of student services and community relations for the Garland Independent School District. Washington is also the president elect of the Texas Area Alliance of Black School Educators.
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Dr. Beverly Mitchell Brooks, Urban League President and CEO.
DALLAS, TX- “Is the Urban League Relevant?” is a question Dr. Beverly Mitchell Brooks, Urban League President and CEO says she hears much too often. During the Urban League Annual Meeting Luncheon Dr. Brooks addressed this question as she focused her Annual
Report to the Community on the importance and impact our programs and services have on the community. “In our Employment Department where preparing a competent workforce is a priority goal over 8,000 individuals received some form of workforce training/ re-training and supportive services like bus passes, clothes and resume preparation, “ said Dr. Brooks. “But most importantly, over 1,200 citizens obtained employment and now have the purchasing power for food, clothes, cars which impact the bank car loans, homes and apartments in addition to paying their share of the state and local sales taxes.
Because of these new workers approximately $25 million went back into the communities. Outstanding educators, Dr. Gwen Clark, Mr. Melvin Traylor and Mrs. Verna Brown Mitchell were also honored because they understood that education is the foundation to ensuring that all youth are prepared to meet the challenges of this century. The honorees passed their legacy torch to a new generation of professionals, Mrs. Ericka Johnson-Allen, Mr. Edward Spears and Ms. Melanie Joy Albright who continue to make extraordinary achievements in their professions.
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The Spirit of the Lord By the Spirit of the Lord all things are possible. Yes! The spirit of the Lord gives hope - so open your heart to Him and allow God’s presence to visit you where you are right now. “Then the angel that talked with me answered and said unto me. Know thou not what these be? And I said, No, my Lord. Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This is word of the Lord unto Zerubbabel, saying Not by might, nor by power, but by my Spirit, saith the Lord of hosts.” Zechariah 4:5-6 This was all a background for the addition of the bowl to the candlestick, causing it to yield a ceaseless supply of oil from the olive trees is the word of the Lord to Zerubbabel. Not by might, nor by power but by the spirit of the Lord. This month focus on the spirit of the Lord. By the spirit of the Lord things and conditions along with circumstances can be changed. We can pray for a change to occur in our community and our country. Prayer can move mountains. We need our pray life to be very healthy. Especially in today’s society. We know that in our own strength sometimes the mountains do not move. But only with the help of God can we see our change in our family. We as Christian believers will also see our change in our community and country. The spirit of the Lord is the peace in the storm, also comfort in the storm. The spirit of the Lord is as blessing to mankind and I encourage many people to let him into your life. Behold Jesus knocks let Him into your heart. “Who art thou, O great mountain? Before Zerubbabel thou shalt become a plain: and he shall bring forth the headstone thereof with shouting’s, crying, Grace, grace unto it. “Zechariah 4:7 The mountains in your life can come down by the spirit of the Lord. Again let Jesus into your heart and welcome Him into your life every day. Spend time with God and allow Him to increase in your daily living. You can write to Ruby Grant at c/o Garland Journal News, PO Box 24, Greenville, TX 75403 or email her at (armstrongfamily3@yahoo.com)
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GREENVILLE, TX- The Northeast Texas History and Genealogy Center at the Walworth Harrison Library has just added 82 more books to its genealogy research collection. The new titles are county records from across the state (i.e. marriage records, probate indexes, cemetery records, etc.) “One of our primary goals has been to aggressively expand the collection and obtain records from all 254 Texas Counties. Right now we are at 212 counties” said Library Director Paul Phelan. Since 2006 the collection has grown from 4000 to over 6000 cataloged items with another 2000 non-cataloged vertical file documents and photographs. “The Northeast History & Genealogy
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