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OVERHAUL NEEDED: TACKLING YOUTH INCARCERATION AND RACIAL DISPARITIES

By Stacy M. Brown NNPA NEWSWIRE SENIOR NATIONAL CORRESPONDENT

In its report, “System Reforms to Reduce Youth Incarceration: Why We Must Explore Every Option Before Removing Any Young Person from Home,” the Sentencing Project challenges the prevalent practice of youth incarceration. The study highlights the inefficacy of youth incarceration and underscores the urgent need for state and local youth justice systems to prioritize alterPHOTO: Courtesy of NNPA native-to-incarceration programs.

Research shows that it is rarely necessary or effective to incarcerate adolescent offenders, the authors concluded. Instead, incarceration often heightens the likelihood of repeat offenses, impedes educational and employment prospects, and exposes youth to harmful environments.

Unsurprisingly, these negative impacts disproportionately affect youth of color, particularly African Americans.

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SAN DIEGO REACTIONS:

ISRAELI HAMAS WAR ONE MONTH INTO Part one of V&V’s look into Israeli-Hamas’ Global Divide in San Diego

By Macy Meinhardt VOICE & VIEWPOINT STAFF WRITER

ASSM. WEBER’S ANNUAL TURKEY GIVEAWAY SEE PAGE 7

Ever since the militant attacks across Israel on Oct.7 by terrorist organization Hamas, San Diego has erupted into a multitude of responses and diverse opinions.

Recently, educational institutions have struggled to strike a balance of free speech, while also meeting the demands of its constituents affected by both regions involved in the war. Key areas that V&V has honed in regard to the recent sanctions of civic leaders and organizations for expression of Palestinian support. In addition, we also looked into the nature behind these sanctions brought forward by the Jewish community, coupled by

THE POLITICS OF HOMELESSNESS: Students for Palestine walk out at University of California San Diego Campus on Nov. 9. PHOTO: Macy Meinhardt/ Voice & Viewpoint.

instances used to justify the means of such condemnation.

As seen on a national level with the censure of a Democratic Rep. Rashida Tlaib for expressing pro-Palestinian rhetoric, a similar narrative is being played out in San Diego. Members of San Diego District English Learner Committee, voted Nov. 6 to remove their chair Lallia Allali, an

Arab-American, over a social media cartoon depicting the Jewish Star of David beheading five babies. Allali, also additionally resigned from her position as a lecturer at University of San Diego School of Leadership and Education Sciences, as well as her contributing role at the San Diego Union Tribune.

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HARRIS FILES PAPERWORK PUTTING BIDEN ON SOUTH CAROLINA'S BALLOT

By Meg Kinnard and Will Weissert ASSOCIATED PRESS

Vice President Kamala Harris, left, smiles as South Carolina Democratic Party Chair Christale Spain accepts President Joe Biden's paperwork to appear on South Carolina's 2024 Democratic presidential primary, November 2023, in Columbia, S.C. PHOTO: Meg Kinnard/AP

Vice President Kamala Harris flew to South Carolina on November 10 to file paperwork putting President Joe Biden on the 2024 presidential ballot of the state, which will lead off the Democratic presidential primary thanks to a White House-led schedule overhaul meant to better empower Black voters.

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ADVOCATES SAY “IT COSTS” TO SIDELINE MINORITIES Billions in California Infrastructure Spending at Stake for Minority-owned firms

By Edward Henderson CALIFORNIA BLACK MEDIA

PHOTO: Open FI$Cal

As California and the federal government invests trillions of dollars in infrastructure projects, advocates say there’s a cost for not guaranteeing equitable racial and ethnic participation in contracting, as firms are hired to

COMMUNITY DISCUSSIONS

carry out the necessary work.

In California, many of the firms owned by Blacks and other minorities qualify as Historically Underutilized Businesses, a U.S. Small Business Administration certification that prioritizes companies in the procurement process.

“Inequity costs everybody,” said Ingrid Merriwether, a member of the Equity

Infrastructure Project (EIP)Advisory Council and CEO of Merriwether & Williams Insurance Services (MWIS).

Merriwether told California Black Media (CBM), “Things cost more because you don’t have enough competition,” she said. “When you have fewer people competing, people are paying more. With tax dollars involved, we are all paying more.”

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(L-R) Aeiramique Glass Blake, Black American Political Association of California (BAPAC) member; and Reverend Rolland Slade, Meridian Baptist Church. PHOTO: Darrel Wheeler

By Macy Meinhardt VOICE & VIEWPOINT STAFF WRITER For our third Biscuits, Grits, & Politics event of the season, Voice & Viewpoint, alongside community leaders, dived into the intricate discussion on the politics of homelessness.

As San Diego grapples with a homeless population of over 10,000 individuals, 28% of which are Black citizens, engaging in solution-oriented conversations with policy makers, housing experts, press, and community leaders is vital right now.

Panelists invited to spearhead the conversation on the morning of Nov. 14 included Lisa Jones, Vice President of the San Diego Housing Commission, Aeiramique Glass Blake from the Black American Political Association of California (BAPAC), and Reverend Rolland Slade from Meridian Baptist Church. Slade is also a member of the Regional Task Force on Homelessness (RTFH) and is co-chair on the ad-hoc committee formulated for Black homelessness.

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ARTICLE CONTINUATION DISPARITIES Continued from cover

According to the Vera Institute of Justice, more than eighty percent of all arrests involve lowlevel, nonviolent offenses associated with poverty.

Further disconcerting, although Black males comprise just 13% of the total population, they represent an astounding 35% of those incarcerated. Additionally, compared to their white counterparts, Black youth are over four times more likely to be detained or committed to juvenile facilities.

The Sentencing Project said it wants youth justice leaders and legislators to recognize and fix

the current failed strategy, and deal with the racial inequalities. The organization supports using alternatives to incarceration in most cases, except when there is a clear danger to public safety.

ing changes at the local level. They recommend reducing the number of individuals who are sent to prison early in the legal process. It also suggests changing the way probation is done so that it helps people succeed in the long term.

The Sentencing Project’s report delineates a comprehensive agenda of state and local reforms, drawing from successful implementations nationwide. The authors note proposed changes that include not sending children to state-run youth prisons for certain crimes, providing incentives to local courts to avoid sending kids to state custody, and using the funds saved from releasing kids for other programs.

Finally, the report recommends not putting young people in jail for breaking probation rules.

Officials at the Sentencing Project suggest mak-

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Palestinians as ‘terrorists’ and ‘anti-semitic’ perpetuates the racist notion that the offensive was unprovoked and done solely to be “launched on a major Jewish holiday,” their condemnation letter reads.

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“This is a matter for accountability. This is not about Palestinian rights, it’s about violence against the Jewish people by Hamas and it must be stopped now,” said Rabbi Abraham Cooper, associate dean and Global Social Action Director of the Simon Wiesenthal Center.

Throughout this month, Students for Justice in Palestine have managed to mobilize numerous protests and walkouts on campus with large crowds.

In response, a Change.org petition was started by a group of parents condemning San Diego Unified School District for the removal, gaining over 2,603 signatures in support of Allali.

“We, as parents, are disappointed that Mrs. Allali has fallen victim to the Zionist witch hunt, which places targets on the backs of individuals who critique Israel, under the false guise of anti-semitism,” the petitioner, Reem L wrote.

At a recent Sweetwater Union High School District board meeting on Nov. 13th, members of the Palestinian community expressed support for a Bonita Vista High School student facing alleged threats from the Anti-Defamation League due to a cartoon published in the student newspaper. The Anti-Defamation League (ADL) is an international Jewish advocacy group with a mission to fight against anti-semitism.

One parent spoke in opposition to the illustration claiming that the image is reminiscent of Nazi Germany propaganda.

“Controlling the world is a message we see in this cartoon, it really reeks of propaganda that was used in Nazi Germany that led to not just harassment, but extermination. That is something that we just cannot stand for,” the concerned father stated.

On the defense however, many individuals spoke in support of public school journalists’ right to free speech, including the high school’s Co-Editor in Chief, Grace Na, who spelled out the definition of an editorial cartoon for the many adults in the audience.

“An editorial cartoon is a graphic that expresses the artist’s opinion on a social or political issue, not to express the opinion of the publication, the advisor or school administration. Meaning, the

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Harris was joined in the state capital by South Carolina Rep. Jim Clyburn, one of the leading Black voices in Congress. Then-candidate Biden’s 2020 presidential campaign was floundering after big losses in Iowa and New Hampshire, but rebounded with a decisive South Carolina win that was solidified by Clyburn’s late endorsement.

That 2020 boost gave Biden enough momentum to romp through Super Tuesday, clinch his party’s primary and later the White House.

Since announcing his reelection bid in April, Biden has made far more frequent official visits to Pennsylvania — a key battleground in the

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Merriwether and other advocates are working to ensure more Black-owned and other minority-owned firms gain from California’s upcoming taxpayer-funded infrastructure projects through government contracts. In California, where more than 99% of all businesses are designated small businesses and 45% are minority-owned, advocates stress the importance of fair contracting according to the California Office of the Small Business Advocate (CalOSBA).

In 2021, President Biden signed a $1.2 trillion Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, mandating a minimum of 10% of its funding for surface transportation projects go to ‘small businesses

To effectively reduce youth incarceration, the report authors emphasized the need for collaboration between justice systems, families, and community partners. The authors insist that staff members who are highly motivated and trained must implement alternative-to-incarceration programs per core principles. They argue

Meanwhile, many Jewish students have sought support from the Associated Students Council to express their concerns regarding insults, threats, and harassment on campus. Students have strongly urged that the board release a resolution to condemn anti-semitism on campus.

Article illustrated by a student at Bonita Vista High School depicting their view on the Israel-Hamas conflict. PHOTO: Bonita Vista Student Newspaper, The Crusader

cartoons are aspects of commentary whose purpose is to question or make an argument based on current affairs on a local, national, or international scale,” said Na. Meanwhile, University of California San Diego’s Chancellor Pradeep Khosla faced backlash for his Oct. 10th statement on the Israel-Hamas war, showcasing a struggle to deliver a cohesive stance that is supportive of all students amid a divided political climate.

“This was an act of terrorism, launched on a major Jewish holiday. What should have been a quiet weekend of rest turned into days of unspeakable terror and shock,” said UC Chancellor Khosla, in an email addressed to students.

But Harris’ visit follows the vice president spending recent months traveling the country, including a college tour that has taken her to leading Historically Black Colleges and Universities. She’s looking to build excitement among young people and voters of color at a time when polls show that even a majority of Democrats believe Biden is too old to handle the rigors of a second term.

Iowa’s 2020 caucus was marred by technical glitches, and Biden asked last year that the Democratic National Party replace it in the leadoff spot with South Carolina. He said Black and other minority voters need to play a larger, earlier role in determining the Democratic presidential nominee. owned and controlled by socially and economically d i s a dv ant a ge d individuals. In May, Gov. Gavin Newsom unveiled proposals to streamline projects, declaring that the state will invest up to $180 billion towards Ingrid Merriwether. PHOTO: CBM clean infrastructure over the next decade. His office predicts this investment will generate 400,000 quality jobs while helping to achieve the state’s climate goals.

“The only way to achieve California’s world-lead-

demning the university. On the late night of Nov. 8, however, the board reversed its decision, issuing an apology, and voted to formally pass the resolution now condemning “Jew-hatred.”

Voice & Viewpoint will continue to cover the diverse perspectives from the Israel-Hamas war and we welcome all comments from the public. The demographic makeup for San Diego Arab and Jewish citizens runs wide. According to the Arab American Civic Council, the City of San Diego is home to roughly 60,000 Arab Americans living within San Diego County, with the largest immigration of Arabs coming from Lebanon, Egypt, and Iraq. Based upon a San Diego Jewish Community Study, conducted by the Maurice and Marilyn Cohen Center for

Initially the A.S council made a decision against releasing a statement condemning anti-semitism, and instead endorsed the letter published by Students for Justice in Palestine conStudents For Palestine walk out at University of California San Diego campus on Nov. 9. PHOTO: Macy Meinhardt/ Voice & Viewpoint.

Modern Jewish Studies, there are over 100,000 Jews living within the county, with 6% being comprised of Black individuals.

Editor’s Note

Students For Palestine walk out at University of California San Diego campus on Nov. 9.

PHOTO: Macy Meinhardt/ Voice & Viewpoint.

general election — than states that will decide Democrats’ 2024 primary.

“The research is clear that incarceration is not necessary or effective in the vast majority of delinquency cases,” said Richard Mendel, Senior Research Fellow at The Sentencing Project. “Most state and local youth justice systems continue to employ problematic policies and practices that often lead to incarceration of youth who pose minimal or modest risk to public safety. It’s essential that state and local jurisdictions seize every opportunity to keep young people safely at home with their families, in their schools, and communities.

Since then, the A.S. Council, the governing body that oversees undergraduates, has gone back and forth in regard to coming up with a singular cohesive stance that is supportive to all of its students.

The statement received criticism from Students for Justice in Palestine, a national activism group with a UCSD chapter, calling it “dangerous and discriminatory.”

“The universities implicit categorization of

that efforts should be made to address the biases causing racial and ethnic disparities in confinement in the American youth justice system.

The DNC approved a new 2024 calendar where South Carolina’s primary on Feb. 3 will be followed three days later by Nevada. The schedule also moves Michigan into the group of early states voting before Super Tuesday on March 5, when most of the rest of the country holds primaries.

“The Biden-Harris coalition will be out in full force in South Carolina and will be how we defeat MAGA extremism once again in 2024,” Biden reelection campaign spokesman Michael Tyler said in a statement, referring to former President Donald Trump, who has built a commanding early lead in next year’s Republican presidential primary, and his “Make American Great Again” slogan.

In the spirit of informative and balanced reporting, we want to note that San Diego For Palestine Coalition, an advocacy group that emerged in Oct. 2023, disagrees with the national media-framing of what is occurring as a “war” or “conflict”. We strongly encourage readers to review the online extended copy of this article, and consider how they would like their narrative to be told: https://sdvoice.info/.

Turn to pages 8 and 9 in this issue to read what local San Diegans are saying about the issue. ers holding Biden-Harris and South Carolina Democratic Party signs. Asked to predict how Biden would do in February’s primary, Harris responded, “We’re going to win.”

Referring to last week’s elections, when Democrats won in key races across the country, Harris said, “We are here with the wind at our back, because, did anyone notice what happened on Tuesday?”

“This is really, really an incredible demonstration of what South Carolina is all about,” Clyburn said. Later, he and Harris stopped by the Vietnam War Memorial in downtown Columbia to help mark Veterans Day.

Harris spoke in a crowded room at state party headquarters, flanked by cheering support-

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ing climate goals is to build, build, build — faster,” said Newsom, speaking at the site of a future solar farm in Stanislaus County.

table resources, they can compete, they can be low bidders and they successfully complete their contracts compared to their peers,” Merriwether pointed out.

Critics of government preferences for minorityowned businesses claim that programs raise costs and invite fraud. In 2019, $300 million in federal contracts intended for minority-owned businesses went to business owners with false claims of Native American Heritage.

Another concern critics share is that smaller firms have a lower work completion rate. The industry ‘loss ratio’ or number of contractors who do not finish the job is 20% in the United States.

“We’ve been able to demonstrate that these contractors are also competent. If you provide equi-

“Some may say that our work is about infrastructure or contracting, and indeed it is. Most importantly, however, it’s about creating careers in underserved communities,” said Co-Founders Phil Washington and John Porcari in a letter on EIP’s status. “It’s about people’s economic security and peace of mind.”

Learn more about the CDABP at lacondev.com and find out how to apply for state government procurement in California at caleprocure.ca.gov.

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BLACK MEN & WOMEN UNITED, AND YOU nization which provided mentorship and volunteer Black male support for local schools, to a variety of community services; and support to mothers as single heads of households with Black males needing direction.

By Dr. John E. Warren PUBLISHER, THE SAN DIEGO VOICE & VIEWPOINT

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lack Men & Women United (BM&WU) go back almost 20 years to the establishment of Black Men United following the New Year’s Eve murder of two Black women who got caught in a shootout when they stopped at a local store on the way home after a New Year’s Eve church service. Over the years the group evolved from an informal gathering of men from all walks of life in the community, to a non-profit orga-

Over the years, the group has evolved to not only include Black Women, but also to a support resource for many people and organizations such as our local schools where we have provided food pantries and support to children and families with needs. With the Pandemic, the group moved to online zoom meetings which take place every Tuesday morning starting at 8:00 a.m. If you are African American, you have a membership by birth and are welcome to join.

Simply contact the Voice & Viewpoint Newspaper at (619) 266-2233, leave your email address and you will receive a weekly email and link to join the meeting.

It must be stressed, this meeting is restricted to African American and Black participation because it is a healing and sharing space. Others are invited by appointment depending on issues and the sharing of information.

This is the continuation of an almost 20 year tradition

of providing a safe space for family conversations. This is not an act of racism. We have shared Chairmanship of our meetings and you are welcome to join.

Some of our past activities have included support for Bell Middle School and Porter Elementary School, the Scholarship program at Lincoln High School named after the later Brother Robert Tambuzi, and support of those programs and activities brought to our attention by participants allowing us to collectively provide help. We have no bank accounts, and collect no funds other than designated assistance when agreed upon. We find that this loosely structured approach works well after so many years.

The San Diego Voice & Viewpoint continues its support of Black Men & Women United and its many projects such as collection and distribution of goods to Haitian Immigrants who have been disproportionately affected by their waits at the Border seeking asylum and shelter.

The goal continues to be one of seeking to serve rather than being serviced.

NO SAVINGS OFTEN LEADS TO NO HOUSING

By Earl Ofari Hutchinson POLITICAL ANALYST

One consequence of a severely reduced lifestyle for many African Americans that have marginal to no savings is the lack of adequate housing.

Unless the home is paid for, it means a struggle to pay taxes, pay for upkeep, make mortgage payments, and the countless other big and little unforeseen costs that come with home ownership.

A renter is not in much better shape.

race. Blacks are more than twice as likely to be evicted as whites, and Black women with children are hit even harder simply because they are more likely to be poorer.

The one alternative for an African-American senior citizen is to move in with their adult children. This poses an additional financial burden on the family, not to mention other strains. However, that’s a far more palatable choice than being on the street. Unfortunately, for many that’s exactly the grim consequence.

Rents almost never drop, they rise. Unless one is fortunate to live in one of the relatively few places such as the city of Los Angeles where there is rent control or rent stabilization, rents will continue to rise.

In a cursory look at those who are camped out in tents, on park and bus stop benches and encampments on big city streets, one sees a gamut of men and women of all ages living in open urban spaces.

In more than a few cases, entire Black families are on the streets in those encampments. The problem in almost every case is that few of them had any savings reserves to prevent their sinking to the streets when hard times hit.

The figure on evictions for African Americans for non-rent payment tells yet another story of the grim effects of poverty and

Another consequence of the lack of savings and investments is a problem that thousands of older African Americans increasingly

face. That is the necessity to keep working, and in some cases take a second job. This choice is driven not just by the high cost of living, but by the lack of savings to offset the high costs. This forces many individuals to make drastic adjustments in their lifestyles, or what is more popularly called downsizing.

If you’re young and single, the adjustment is easier. For older African Americans, it’s a far different story. But young or old, without savings, the adjustment or downsizing will be painful.

Nevertheless, whatever means one chooses to fill their savings jar can only be a financial plus. Now, how to do it?

The answer again is to have a viable savings plan, devise a budget and then pyramid discretionary dollars regularly into a savings account every pay period. When savings and investing replaces spending as a priority, it becomes a programmed habit that is done without thinking first about making a purchase.

Earl Ofari Hutchinson is an author and political analyst.

THIS LONG-TERM CARE AWARENESS MONTH, CONSIDER YOUR END-OF-LIFE PLAN

By Ottamissiah “Missy” Moore BRIDGEPOINT HEALTHCARE I grew up in a multigenerational household in Philadelphia, where storytelling was the centerpiece of our lives. My great-grandfather was born a slave and became the first Black undertaker in our area, he was a great historian. My house was filled with wisdom and truth-telling — two things that carry my work forward.

In my 35-year journey in the field of long-term care, with 27 of those years dedicated to hospice, I have had the privilege of working closely with older populations. I love to hear their stories and witness their resilience. As we grapple with an aging population, it’s important that we recognize the significance of longterm care in our country. The reality is that each of us or someone we know will need to navigate the complexities of aging and healthcare sooner or later.

A growing number of individuals find themselves facing the realities of growing old. The decade from 2010 to 2020 saw the largest ever ten-year numeric gain in adults 65 and over. With now 1 in

6 people being 65 years or older. For many, this means confronting challenges they may not have anticipated. Long-term care encompasses a broad spectrum of services tailored to meet the diverse needs of older populations. It encompasses personal care services such as assistance with bathing, dressing, grooming, and eating. It also provides essential services like transportation and community meals. Long-term care can include hospice care, an end-of-life option for people with six months or less to live.

The need for long-term care can manifest suddenly following a heart attack or stroke, leaving families and individuals grappling with difficult decisions. It can also be a gradual process as people age, and their care needs evolve over time. Regardless, it is almost certain that you or someone you know will require longterm care services at some point in life. Navigating the maze of healthcare systems, nursing homes, and various options can be overwhelming and stressful.

One of the most significant steps you can take to prepare for this inevitability is to be well-informed about your options and to plan proactively. Your wishes, preferences, and values should be documented in advance. An advance directive is the most valu-

able tool in ensuring your voice is heard. These legal documents outline your healthcare preferences and ensure that they are respected, even when you cannot voice them yourself.

Creating an advance directive is a responsible and compassionate act that not only empowers you but also eases the burden on your loved ones, who may otherwise be left making agonizing decisions on your behalf without clarity. It ensures that your values and preferences are at the forefront of your care plan, promoting a sense of dignity and autonomy in your care.

As we navigate the complex landscape of aging, long-term care, and hospice, it is essential that we encourage open conversations within families and communities. It’s a topic that requires attention long before it becomes an emergency. By actively engaging in discussions about our own healthcare preferences and by advocating for ourselves and our families in healthcare settings, we can collectively contribute to a more compassionate and respectful approach to aging and end-of-life care.

Ottamissiah “Missy” Moore is a nurse, consultant & community activist based in Washington, D.C.

CORRECTION TO OUR 11/9/23 ISSUE

On page 15, the “Happy Veteran’s Day” poem should have been attributed to Cheryl Dyson.

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CA Civil Rights Dept., Local Govt., Community Partners Launch “United Against Hate Week” VOICE & VIEWPOINT NEWSWIRE

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he California Civil Rights Department (CRD) — in partnership with the City of Berkeley, Not In Our Town, and LA vs Hate — joined government and community leaders at a press conference to launch the sixth annual United Against Hate Week (UAHW) this past Monday, November 13.

Through local events, sharing stories, holding rallies, and connecting with local institutions, UAHW, which runs from November 12 to November 18, is about working together to help combat a national and statewide increase in reports of hate. In California, reported hate crimes have continued to rise in recent years, reaching their highest levels since 2001 — jumping more than 20% from 2021 to 2022.

UAHW was initially created by local government and community leaders in the Bay Area in response to white supremacist rallies in Berkeley and San Francisco, including at the site where this week’s press conference was held, the Martin Luther King Jr. Civic Center Park in Berkeley, California. The week is an opportunity for local residents to take action in their communities under the simple, yet powerful principle that, when cities and their residents work together against hate, we can restore res-

pect and discourse, embrace the strength of our diversity, and build inclusive and equitable communities for all.

“California continues to lead the charge in pushing back against hate,” said CRD Acting Director Mary Wheat. “From civic engagement at the grassroots level to historic statewide investments, the Civil Rights Department is proud to be part of a new generation of leaders in the fight for greater inclusion and equity for all. During United Against Hate Week, we encourage all Californians to take advantage of existing resources — like California vs Hate — to push for change from the ground up for all our communities. Whether it’s because of conflict abroad or here at home, it takes real strength to stand in solidarity in the face of bias and discrimination. Together, we’re united against hate.”

In the first six months since its official launch, CA vs Hate has been contacted by hundreds of individuals. Key preliminary statistics from May through October include: • CA vs Hate received 513 reports of hate acts across California. 233 were made over the phone and 280 were made via the online portal.

• More than 60% of all individuals who reported an act of hate accepted care coordination services, including direct and ongo-

ing support accessing legal aid or counseling.

• More than 75% of California’s counties were represented in the preliminary data, up from approximately 40% in the first month following the official launch.

• Among the reasons cited for the report of hate, race (27%) and ethnicity (18%) continued to be the most reported bias motivations, followed by religion (13%) and sexual orientation (11%).

• Approximately one in six reports were made by a witness or advocate. Most reports were made by an individual who reported being targeted for an act of hate.

How to report a Hate Crime or Hate Incident As part of the state’s response to hate, the California Civil Rights Department recently launched CA vs Hate, a non-emergency, multilingual hate crime and incident reporting hotline and online portal.

• Reports can be made anonymously by calling (833) 866-4283, or 833-8-NO-HATE, Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. PT or online at any time.

• Hate acts can be reported in 15 different languages through the online portal and in over 200 languages when calling the hotline.

• For individuals who want to report a hate crime to law enforcement immediately or who are in imminent danger, call 911.

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UAHW, upcoming events, and ways to help drive change in your community online at https://www.unitedagainsthateweek.org.

County Releases Climate Action Plan to Reduce Greenhouse Gasses

By Shauni Lyles County of San Diego Communications Office The County of San Diego’s Draft Climate Action Plan (CAP), a blueprint for reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in the unincorporated area and at County facilities, is now available for public review and comment.

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Actions outlined in the Draft CAP will ultimately help [San Diego} reach net zero emissions by 2045. Net zero means removing the same amount of emissions PHOTO: Courtesy of County News Center that are produced. The CAP is designed to improve overchoices for the public. Here are some of the all sustainability while meetCounty’s climate action measures: ing the state’s GHG requirements through • Open space and agricultural easements actions in the following sectors: built enviacquisition. ronment and transportation, energy, solid • Tree planting initiatives and rain barrel waste, water and wastewater, and agriculture programs. and conservation.

• County fleet fuel use and emissions reductions.

In January 2021, the Board of Supervisors • Solar photovoltaic energy, which is a recalled for a new CAP that uses updated data newable source of energy, use at County and modeling, prioritizes environmental jusfacilities and in the community. tice and equity, includes a net-zero greenhouse gas emissions goal, and other key priYou can find updates on all County greenorities. The Board rescinded the 2018 CAP, house gas reduction measures at sandiegobut the County continued many of its 26 county.gov/sustainability. measures, which were not challenged by the court and have been achieving good results.

How Can You Participate in the Process of Since 2021, the County has worked closeDeveloping the CAP? ly with the community and special interest Community input has been vital to the groups to shape the next CAP. County’s efforts to develop the CAP to date.

What Does Reducing GHG Emissions Achieve? Since the beginning of 2023, staff released a survey for unincorporated area residents, Implementing the CAP actions that reduce provided classroom workshops on clean air GHG emissions will help preserve the enviand water, and began a series of presentaronment, improve public health, increase tions to Community Planning and Sponsor access to green careers and improve qualiGroups. ty of life. The CAP can also help us reduce wildfire risk, increase energy reliability, and The public comment period will run through reduce utility bills for the unincorporated Jan. 5, 2024. Residents can review and proarea. vide feedback at engage.sandiegocounty.gov.

The County has worked with attorneys, litigants and interested community members to make this CAP stronger by adding more

The draft CAP will be considered by the County’s Board of Supervisors for adoption in Fall 2024.

Facebook Targets Children with Addictive Features

By Stacy M. Brown NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent Maryland, Virginia, Arizona, California, and New York have joined 36 other states in a lawsuit against Meta, the parent company overseeing social media behemoths Facebook and Instagram. The lawsuit alleges that Meta has been intentionally targeting children with addictive features, sparking a nationwide outcry over the potential harm inflicted on young minds.

“Our country is facing a youth mental health crisis fueled by young people’s extensive and compulsive use of, and reliance on, social media platforms like Facebook and Instagram. This has placed an entire generation of young people in jeopardy,” said Maryland Attorney General Anthony Brown.

“Just like Big Tobacco did a generation ago, Meta has chosen to maximize its profits at the expense of public health, specifically the health of our children.”

The lawsuit argues that Meta’s actions have run afoul of the federal Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act. Attorneys general from participating states assert that Meta has utilized potent technologies to allure, engage, and ultimately trap youth and teenagers. The filing states unequivocally, “Its motive is profit, and in seeking to maximize its financial gains, Meta has repeatedly misled the public about the substantial dangers of its Social Media Platforms.”

The National Institute of Health has reported a concerning surge in youth mental health

issues nationwide, with the percentage of children aged 3 to 17 experiencing anxiety or depression rising from 9.4% in 2016 to 11.8% in 2020, marking a worrisome 25% increase.

“Virginia’s laws protect consumers from deceptive and misleading business practices,” said Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares. “We believe that Meta has violated these laws.” Miyares further accused Meta of downplaying the serious risks associated with their platform.

In response, Meta issued a statement emphasizing its commitment to providing safe online experiences for teens and families.

The company said it had already introduced over 30 tools to support these efforts.

However, Meta expressed disappointment that the attorneys general opted for litigation instead of collaborative industry-wide efforts to establish clear, age-appropriate standards for teen-oriented apps.

Notably, eight additional states, along with the District of Columbia, announced they would file similar suits.

The overarching lawsuit, filed by a bipartisan coalition of 33 state attorneys general in California’s federal court, extends its allegations to include Meta’s sharing of data about children under 13 without parental consent, potentially infringing federal privacy laws. The suit also contends that the company has exploited young users by designing algorithms to prolong their time on the platform, developed filters contributing to body dysmorphia, and presented content in an “infinite scroll” format, making it harder for children to disengage.

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ARTS & CULTURE Honorable Discharges for 110 Buffalo Soldiers

Unfair treatment of soldiers in Aftermath of 1917 Houston Riots Atoned

By Stacy M. Brown NNPA Newswire Sr. National Correspondent

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rmy Secretary Christine Wormuth formally gave the greenlight to overturn the court-martial convictions of 110 Black soldiers from the 3rd Battalion, 24th Infantry Regiment, popularly known as the Buffalo Soldiers. The Army said in a news release that officials made the decision based on a suggestion from the Board for Correction of Military Records and to atone for the unfair treatment of soldiers after the 1917 Houston Riots.

“It is a long time coming, but it is justice that is finally achieved,” John Haymond, a historian, told the New York Times, which reported that the Army acted after it received a petition requesting clemency for the soldiers that had been written by Haymond and Dru Brenner-Beck, a lawyer. The duo cited trial transcripts and other records to show that the soldiers had been denied due process and other basic rights. “This isn’t a political action. This is the Army internally fixing a problem that was the Army’s problem 106 years ago,” Haymond asserted.

“After a thorough review, the Board has found that these Soldiers were wrongly treated because of their race and were not given fair trials,” Secretary Wormuth stated. “By setting aside their convictions and granting honorable discharges, the Army is acknowledging past mistakes and setting the record straight.”

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The Houston Riots, which erupted on August 23, 1917, stemmed from racial tensions and provocations against members of the 24th Infantry Regiment. The catalyst for the riots was the violent arrest and assault of two Black Soldiers, leading to a group of 110 soldiers seizing weapons and marching into the city. Clashes ensued, resulting in 19 deaths.

The subsequent trials of the soldiers were marred by irregularities, according to historians, culminating in the largest mass execution of American Soldiers by the U.S. Army. The Army’s immediate regulatory change, prohibiting future executions without proper review,

“We cannot change the past; however, this decision provides the Army and the American people an opportunity to learn from this difficult moment in our history,” Under Secretary of the Army, Gabe Camarillo, said in the release.

followed the initially secretive executions.

The South Texas College of Law, in October 2020 and December 2021, petitioned the Army for a review of the court-martial.

Retired general officers also submitted petitions requesting clemency for the soldiers.

At the Secretary’s request, the Army Board for Correction of Military Records meticulously reviewed records related to the court-mar-

tial cases, officials affirmed. The unanimous decision was that significant deficiencies permeated the proceedings, rendering them fundamentally unfair. The board recommended setting aside all convictions and characterizing the soldiers’ military service as “honorable.” Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Army for Review Boards Michael Mahoney, overseeing the review, agreed with the decision.

“With the support of our experts, our dedicated Board members looked at each record carefully and came up with our best advice to Army leaders to correct a miscarriage of justice,” Mahoney added.

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs said it actively supports family members affected by

Family members of the 110 Soldiers may be entitled to benefits, and guidelines for applying to the Army Board for Correction of Military Records can be found at arba.army.pentagon.mil/abcmr-app.html. Online applications can be submitted at arba.army.pentagon.mil/ online-application.html or through mail to Army Review Boards Agency (ARBA), 251 18th Street South, Suite 385, Arlington, VA 22202-3531. Applications should include documentation proving a relationship to one of the 110 formerly convicted soldiers.

Family members and interested parties can request a copy of the corrected records from the National Archives and Records Administration, following the NARA Archival Records Request procedures at www.archives.gov/veterans/military-service-records.

Update on the Growing Pains at Ibram X. Kendi`s Antiracist Center

By Thalia Beaty Associated Press

The award-winning author and academic Ibram X. Kendi has been a lightning rod for public discourse since publishing his book "How to Be an Antiracist" in 2019. But in September, the praise and criticism reached new intensity when Boston University acknowledged layoffs at the center he runs there along with a change to its operating model.

The news prompted former colleagues and current collaborators to publicly question the BU Center for Antiracist Research`s ability to

deliver on the promises it had made to funders. In news reports and op-eds, some former colleagues said too much power was concentrated in Kendi's hands. People and organizations that oppose racial equity piled on.

Earlier this month, the university said an initial inquiry found no issues with how the center managed its finances.

Acknowledging the layoffs in September, the university and Kendi said it was not financially sustainable to conduct research and develop programs with its own employees, despite having raised more than $50 mil-

lion for the center since its founding in 2020. Instead, the center will host academics for nine-month fellowships. The center will no longer develop a Master's program in antiracism studies curriculum, an academic minor for undergraduates or a database of antiracist campaigns across the U.S.

Despite the hubbub, none of the center`s funders have raised public concerns about its work. Grantmakers and advocates for racial justice within philanthropy said the center's problems don't represent a larger trend about donations made in 2020 around racial justice, especially given that it`s not usual for new organizations to have growing pains.

Earl Lewis, a historian and former president of The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation, who now runs the University of Michigan Center for Social Solutions, said it was not at all unusual for a new leader and a new organization to confront the constraints of time and money and recalibrate their plans.

"It's just fascinating to me that actually this became a national story in a certain kind of way, which begs the question of why?" he said, wondering if some were cheering for Kendi`s vision to fail.

Kendi has acknowledged "missteps" during the center`s first years, adding in a September statement that "New organizations often undergo a difficult evolution before landing on a successful model."

In an interview with The Associated Press, Kendi pointed at the racist ideas that "Black people can't manage money or Black people take money," as the driver behind questions and doubts about the center's management of its finances.

"Unfortunately, over the last three years, there have been all sorts of character assassinations of those of us who are engaged in antiracist work," he said. "There's been all sorts of attacks on antiracist organizations or even programs that are trying to create equity and justice."

His center is far from the only target of those attacks. The foundation that grew out of the Black Lives Matter movement faced similar questions and scrutiny after it revealed that it had raised tens of millions of dollars but operated for a time with weak governance. And the Supreme Court's decision in June to strike down affirmative action in college admissions has fueled attacks on diversity programs across sectors.

Ibram X. Kendi Nov. 16, 2022, in New York. Despite the recent announcement of layoffs and subsequent turmoil, funders of Ibram X. Kend's BU Center for Antiracist Research have not raised public concerns about its work. PHOTO: Evan Agostini/Invision/AP

Lewis and others with experience in philanthropy and academia encouraged scrutiny of and accountability for the commitments made by corporations, foundations and other institutions in 2020 to support racial justice, but argued that the fate of Kendi`s center is not a bellwether for the health of the larger movement.

Going forward, the center will instead host research fellows, continue to publish its online publication, "The Emancipator,"and host public events. Personally, Kendi recently had a new series on racism and sports launch on ESPN and a Netflix documentary based on "Stamped from the Beginning," will premier on Nov. 20.

Chera Reid, co-executive director at the Center for Evaluation Innovation, cautioned that in examining the outcome of commitments

made by philanthropic organizations in 2020, not to read too much into one example, because doing so, "flattens all of the progress that's being made. It flattens all of the effort that's underway."

Kendi agreed many funders were new to racial justice philanthropy in 2020, but said they didn't usually give to his center. Kendi said most of the center`s funders already supported antiracist community organizations.

The AP could not independently confirm this since a complete list of the center`s donors is not public.

"The longer we stay in this '2020, did we do it?' The more we're really fighting about the wrong things," she said. "I want to hear us talk about and move in the possibility, not continue to admire the problem."

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African American Almanac 400 Years of Black Excellence New Book Features California Hero VOICE & VIEWPOINT NEWSWIRE From the earliest explorers of the continent to the highest reaches of the United States government, African Americans have had a profound and lasting impact on this nation’s history and culture. Updated and

revised for the first time in over a decade, the African American Almanac: 400 Years of Black Excellence by Lean’tin Bracks, Ph.D. highlights extraordinary African Americans and their profound influence on American history.

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or the first time in the City of La Mesa, Assemblymember Weber hosted the 79th Assembly District’s 9th Annual Turkey Giveaway and Health Fair.

wood Mortuary and Lincoln High School.

This year’s Turkey Giveaway included meals purchased from the San Diego Food Bank and Feeding San Diego that were given away by hardworking and enthusiastic local volunteers.

1,000 turkeys, produce, and other traditional holiday side dishes were given away to San Diego families on Saturday, November 11 on the La Mesa Civic Center parking lots. Last year, the event was held at the Jackie Robinson YMCA, located between the Green-

Featured at the health fair were over 20 health-focused community resource booths, mobile buses featuring kidney health screenings provided by Davita Dialysis, and Live Well on Wheels providing County of San Diego Support Services.

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CALIFORNIA UNVEILS HISTORIC MONUMENT HONORING

NATIVE AMERICAN HISTORY built on our values of inclusion and equity,” Newsom stated.

By Antonio Ray Harvey California Black Media

Franklin was a Miwok Indian leader and cultural preservationist whose efforts conserved

California has erected an eight-foot statue honoring Miwok elder William “Bill” Franklin, and 338 Native American tribes.

Located on the grounds of the State Capitol in Sacramento, it is the first official monument honoring Native American heritage at the historic building where the Legislature convenes and where Gov. Gavin Newsom has his primary office.

Over 500 tribal members, dignitaries and students witnessed the unveiling of the statue last week.

the history and promoted the Miwok and other Native American cultures, most notably, the traditional dances. He was born on Sept.

12, 1912, in Nashville, a town in El Dorado County. Franklin passed away on May 2, 2000.

TICKETS START AT $25 Asm. James C. Ramos (D-San Bernardino), center, the chairperson of the Native American Legislative Caucus, authored AB 338, which authorized the California Native American Monument. Ramos is pictured with tribal chairpersons Jesus Tarango, right, from the Wilton Rancheria tribe, and Sara Dutschke, left, from the Ione Band of Miwok Indians. The monument pays tribute to six tribes in the Sacramento Region. Nov. 7, 2023. PHOTO: Antonio Ray Harvey/CBM

“On this historic day, here on Nov. 7, the California people will have a monument on the Capitol grounds for all those visiting to see that we are still here,” said Assemblymember James C. Ramos (D-San Bernardino), who presided over the event.

“We’re still here against great odds, odds we’ve seen our people go through, many historical challenges in the state of California.

We’re still here because of the resilience of our elders and ancestors,” continued Ramos, chairperson of the California Native American Legislative Caucus.

Ramos said the monument is representative “resiliency” of the indigenous people and how they are still “much ingrained in the thread of the state of California.”

In 2020, on the Fourth of July, about 200 protestors gathered at the State Capitol to denounce the death of George Floyd and demand racial justice, police reform

and equality for Black people. During that demonstration, protestors toppled a statue of Saint Junípero Serra (Miguel Jose Serra), a Spanish Franciscan Catholic priest, which was installed in 1967 and stood on the northeast side of the building.

The new bronze statue of Franklin celebrating California’s indigenous heritage replaces Serra’s on land that was once owned by Native American tribes. The monument is the 10th addition to a park that memorializes California’s firefighters, veterans, and public safety officers.

In 2021, Ramos authored Assembly Bill (AB) 338 in 2021, which authorized the monument.

Ramos is the first Native American Californian elected to the legislature since California obtained statehood in 1850. AB 338 was signed into law by Gov. Gavin Newsom in September 2021. In November 2022, a groundbreaking ceremony for the installation of Franklin’s likeness was held at the same location.

“This unveiling signifies the start of a new era at the California State Capitol,” said Jesus Tarango, chairman of Wilton Rancheria, a federally recognized tribe in Northern California.

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“Every tribe across the state has their own Bill Franklin, a leader who fought to keep our cultures and traditions alive during a time where it was dangerous to do so. This monument serves to thank and honor each one of them,”

The family of Miwok leader and cultural preservationist William “Bill” Franklin stands in front of the California Native American Monument in Capitol Park, Nov. 7, 2023. PHOTO: Antonio Ray Harvey/CBM

Six tribes from northern California supported Ramos’s legislation. Members of the Ione Band of Miwok Indians, Chicken Ranch Rancheria, Barona Bandof Mission Indian, Wilton Rancheria, Tuolumne Band of Me-Wuk Indians, Buena Vista Rancheria of Me-Wuk Indians, and Shingle Springs Band of Miwok Indians made the monument and dedication possible. Newsom says the construction of the statue action sends a powerful message from the grounds of Capitol Park to people across California. It underscores “the state’s commitment to reckoning with our past and working to advance a California for All

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By Aryka Randall and Shawn Smith-Hill CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

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Since October 7th, the ongoing conflict in the Middle East has been the topic of conversation among many groups of people. A learning curve for most Americans, opinions on the subject vary as new information and history on the relationship between Israelis and Palestinians presents itself.

Collected from interviews with local San Diegans, young and old, this report encapsulates the sentiments and concerns shared about the Israel-Palestine conflict. The younger generation, while attempting to find reliability among social media news sources, grapples with the historical complexities and deeply rooted religious underpinnings that have fueled the conflict for decades.

There are still many unanswered questions as to what’s happening and how the U.S. is involved.

San Diego resident Lynn Walker of the Oak Park area gave her opinion on the conflict.

“I honestly don’t know much about the history between the two groups, but I know no one should be bombing schools or hospitals.”

— Lynn Walker, Oak Park area Lynn wasn’t the only one who felt like there wasn’t enough information given on the conflict between Israel and Hamas.

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John Williams of the Hillcrest area expressed feeling as if a lack of information from local news outlets was stopping people from being able to form a real opinion on the subject.

“I don’t know, it’s confusing. The mainstream media is saying one thing and when you do your own research, it’s all conflicting with the news. I think maybe we need to be asking people local to Israel and Gaza what’s actually going on.”

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THERE’S SUPPORT WHEN YOU REPORT Report hate by calling 833-8-NO-HATE or visit CAvsHate.org If you are a victim or witness to hate, racism or bullying – you can receive free support from California vs Hate. The hotline will help identify options for next steps after a hate act and make connections to community-specific resources.

Anyone can report anonymously and your report will not be shared with law enforcement without your consent unless required by law.

For any questions, contact CA vs Hate at StopHate@calcivilrights.ca.gov.

San Diego Voice & Viewpoint recently received a grant from the state aimed at preventing hate crimes.

This program, administered by the California Department of Social Services in partnership with the Commission on Asian and Pacific Islander American Affairs (CAPIAA), is part of ongoing efforts in California to provide direct support for communities impacted by hate incidents and support victims.

This resource is supported in whole or in part by funding provided by the State of California, administered by the California State Library in partnership with the California Department of Social Services and the California Commission on Asian and Pacific Islander American Affairs as part of the Stop the Hate program. To report a hate incident or hate crime and get support, go to https://www.cavshate.org/.

A 22-year-old respondent, who identified as both Israeli and Palestinian, put forth a compelling case for the conflict's rooted religious nature. When interviewed on root causes and religious complexity at UCSD’s Geisel library, they stated,

“This is a flat-out religious war. People don’t want to admit it, because to admit it means to admit that there is an underlying element, an ugliness in all this fighting, which requires a kind of thought that at times will leave you in tears with a headache and a sense of hopelessness.”

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AMAS CONFLICT The sentiment surrounding media influence showcased skepticism, with the belief that media narratives often fit selective agendas, hindering a holistic understanding.

Another interviewee who wished to remain anonymous stated,

Another San Diego local who asked to be kept anonymous gave interesting insight into the conflict as a biracial, Black presenting woman

“Journalism has changed, and media outlets now cherry-pick information to fit a narrative. As such, it is hard to grasp the full truth of what’s going on.”

“What people need to understand is that this conflict didn’t start on October 7th. It started when a Zionist Declined photo leader proposed the idea of giving Jews their own Homeland to avoid persecution during and after the Holocaust.

The problem is, the land they agreed to give them was Palestine and there were already people there. In the Torah, it says we don’t get a Homeland until the Messiah returns and the Messiah has not returned yet. This is why you see Jews marching with Palestinians.

We know this conflict is about Zionism and not Judaism.”

Additionally, misconceptions, particularly regarding indigenous ties to the region, were illuminated, emphasizing the complexities of heritage and religious identity.

— Anonymous

In the midst of the unsettling appearance of humanitarian catastrophes, participants emphasized the need for resource sharing and shared responsibility for the region. There was a loud cry for peace, emphasizing the urgent need to prevent more killing. One anonymous comment on the path to peace and the dangers of refusing to share mentioned that

“peace will come when people learn to share. It’s extremely simple.

Everybody wants the whole pie, but this football game way of thinking and the refusal to split the pie come at the expense of the children, for whom we’ve seen death all around.”

Respondents highlighted the need for more than mere rhetoric—practical measures to deliver humanitarian aid and alleviate suffering are urgently required. While specific humanitarian organizations weren’t mentioned, there was a call for unified efforts to aid civilians in Gaza and other conflict-affected areas. The call for humanitarian aid is loud and clear, urging global actors to transcend words and engage in decisive action to alleviate the suffering of civilians trapped in the cycle of violence.

While there are still many unanswered questions as to what’s happening and how the U.S. is involved. Hopefully the people in the Middle East will experience peace on both sides sooner than later.

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The Politics of Article Continuation from cover: DISCUSSIONS

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s a multifaceted issue, speakers and members in the audience honed in on the various social, economic, and political factors that intersect with one another to shape the reality of a homeless individual living in San Diego today.

“When you think of homelessness, I want folks to think of it as a very comprehensive yet cohesive process that we need to take to address it right. Because everyone's journey to how they got to homelessness or being in a shelter looks different,” said BAPAC’s Aeiramique Glass Blake.

In order to set the stage for discussions of this kind, Dr. John Warren, our publisher, centered the introduction on a note pertaining to the political nature of homelessness and as a precursor for where our city has landed with the issue today.

Looking at homelessness from a housing perspective, Dr. Warren mentioned the impact of racially restrictive covenants and redlining written in the early 20th century–meant to pro-

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hibit Black, Jewish, Asian, and Latino San Diegans from homeownership. Although outlawed in 1948, much of the racist language still exists in deeds within San Diego neighborhoods today including North Park, La Jolla, and Mission Hills.

Meanwhile Lisa Jones, who has served at the housing commission for over six years, spoke on the rent instability program, which helps pay rent for families in the City of San Diego with low income and unstable housing situations, such as eviction.

In speaking on the preventative aspect of the program Jones expressed to the audience “the best way to address homelessness is to keep [them] in their homes.” In addition, Jones also shared the importance of making sure all residents are aware of the resources and programs available by the housing commission so that they can be effective.

Aeiramique Glass Blake spoke about BAPAC’s “lane” as primarily policy and politics, however many residents in the community reached out to their coalition to ask for resources in housing. Therefore, in continuation of the prevention work already done by entities such as the housing commission, BAPAC alongside Black San Diego created a virtual resource center that aims to get people to stay within their housing, or back into housing.

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(L-R) Aeiramique Glass Blake Aeiramique Glass Blake, Black American Political Association of California (BAPAC) member; and Reverend Rolland Slade, Meridian Baptist Church.

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ARTICLE CONTINUATION ALMANAC: Continued from page 6

From the earliest Africans in America who joined Spanish explorers and landed in Jamestown, Virginia, to the Black Lives Matter movement and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, this massive tome covers a wide range of topics, including literature, art, music, the civil rights movement, religion, science, medicine, politics, education, business, the military, sports, theater, film, and television. Providing historical facts and insightful essays, the African American Almanac also profiles and honors the lives and contributions of more than 800 notable individuals. It includes captivating biographies of both famous and lesser-known influential figures, such as: Stacey Abrams, Josephine Baker, Amiri Baraka, Simone Biles, Viola Davis, W. E. B. Du Bois, Amanda Gorman, Zora Neale Hurston, Nicole Hannah-Jones, Neil deGrasse Tyson, Malcolm X, and hundreds more.

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Merrick Sklarek (1926–2012) who was born in Harlem, New York, on April 15, 1926. She earned her B.A. from Barnard College in 1950. In 1954 Sklarek became the first African American woman to be named a fellow of the American Institute of Architects. Sklarek’s most notable structures are the U.S. Embassy in Tokyo; Courthouse Center, Columbus, Indiana; City Hall, San Bernardino, California; and Terminal One, Los Angeles International Airport.

Profiles of Sklarek, Curry, King, Knowles, and hundreds of famous and less wellknown, but no less influential figures, can be found in the new history book. This seminal work is the most complete and affordable single-volume reference of African American history and culture available. Too often, these accomplishments were ignored, overlooked, and underappreciated, but with this latest edition, the African American Almanac brings the emotionally moving, complex, and often lost history of black life in America to the forefront.

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INTERNATIONAL NEWS NEW KENYA HOLIDAY:

A National Campaign to Plant 15B Trees

By Emmanuel Igunza Associated Press The Kenyan government announced November 6 a surprise public holiday on Nov. 13 for a nationwide tree planting day, part of its ambitious plan to plant 15 billion trees by 2032. Interior Minister Kithure Kindiki made the announcement via a gazette notice posted on the social network X, formerly known as Twitter, following a cabinet meeting held November 3 and chaired by President William Ruto.

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SOMALI-AMERICAN WOMAN SCOOPS RACE FOR MAYOR IN MINNESOTA

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oters in the Minnesota city of St. Louis Park turned out in force for Nadia Mohamed, a 27-year-old Somali-American, choosing her as the city’s first Black, first Somali, and first Muslim mayor.

Mohamed easily defeated Dale Anderson, a former banker and continuing education teacher, by a margin of 58% to 41%.

“I am very happy to win as Somali-American, Muslim, migrant and Black,” she told VOA’s Somali Service. “I say thank you to all of those who supported me in this. It is our victory.”

Maine State Rep. Deqa Dhalac was the first Somali American to serve as mayor of an American city in 2021, when South Portland's six-member council selected him for the role. Mohamed becomes the first Somali mayor in American history elected directly by voters.

“I have lived in this city for 18 years,” said Mohamed. “I grew up and finished my school here, so it was easy for me to get elected because people know me.”

Over the past few elections, racially and ethnically diverse candidates have won elections and bring new perspectives to Minnesota

Mohamed said she and her family moved to the suburban city west of Minneapolis when she was 10 years old. Nearly two decades later, the 27-year-old celebrated an election night victory with her family and the community she loves.

"The Government has declared a special holiday on Monday, November 13, 2023, during which the public across the Country shall be expected to plant trees as a patriotic contribution to the national efforts to save our Country from the devastating effects of Climate Change," said Kindiki.

Kenya's current forest cover currently stands at about 7% but the government has set aside more than $80 million this financial year, as it bids to increase tree cover to more than 10%.

Trees store carbon, one of the main drivers of global warming. In contrast, deforestation accelerates climate change: it halts plant photosynthesis, so the trees are no longer taking up carbon. It's also often accompanied by burning, which releases lots of carbon dioxide. Climate change is worsening droughts in

the Horn of Africa, including Kenya, where rains have failed for five seasons in a row.

The Kenyan Environment, Climate Change and Forestry Ministry said it would provide tree seedlings for what it said was "an unprecedented show of commitment by the Government towards our climate action obligations" "It is a moment for Kenyans to stand in solidarity in the defense of our environment, it's a 'hummingbird' contribution day, all of us pulling together to fight back the climate change crisis "said Environment Minister Soipan Tuya President Ruto has made the National Landscape and Ecosystem Restoration Program a priority since assuming the presidency in September 2022. His plans drew praises from King Charles III, who was in Kenya last week for his first visit to an African nation since he ascended the throne last year.

"Having been planting trees for most of my life, I thought I was doing rather well, but your ambition for planting 15 billion trees makes me admire your efforts," King Charles said at a state banquet.

While in the country, Charles planted a tree at the State House in the capital Nairobi and at the Karura forest, which is associated with the late environmentalist and Nobel laureate Wangari Maathai.

“I was thrilled and over the moon,” Mohamed said. “It’s been like a moment of a lifetime.”

Mohamed said she plans to dedicate her tenure to elevating and addressing the concerns of St. Louis Park’s roughly 50,000 residents.

In 2019, Mohamed was elected to the city council when she was 23 years old. After serving for four years, she decided to launch a bid for mayor.

The campaign was hard fought, she said, and critics often hurled insults at her on social media for not only her young age, but also her Somali heritage.

“People are filled with hate and don’t want you to be a part of their neighborhoods or part of their community because they don’t want to share that,” Mohamed said.

But her victory Tuesday put an end to any questions of belonging, she said.

“If you don’t want to share, you can go somewhere else,” she said. “But I’m staying here.”

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Record Number of Migrants Arrived in Spain this Year

By Renata Brito and Babacar Dione Associated Press A record number of migrants have made the treacherous boat journey on the Atlantic Ocean to Spain's Canary Islands this year, and most of the 32,000 people are coming from Senegal. The islands, located off West Africa, have been used for decades as a stepping stone to Europe. Boats also depart from Gambia, Mauritania, Morocco and Western Sahara.

According to an Associated Press tally of figures released by Spain's Interior Ministry and local emergency services, at least 32,029 people landed on the Canary Islands from Jan. 1 to Nov. 5. That exceeds the migration crisis of 2006, when 31,678 migrants disembarked.

Smugglers in Senegal pack young people looking for better opportunities in Europe into old artisanal fishing boats, charging them around 300,000 CFA francs ($490).

The journey from Senegal to the Canaries usually takes a week of difficult upwind sailing for around 1,600 km (1,000 miles).

Migrant boats frequently shipwreck or disappear in the Atlantic.

To avoid border controls, smugglers take longer journeys, navigating west into the open Atlantic before continuing north to the Canaries – a detour that brings many to the tiny westernmost El Hierro island, at times overwhelming local authorities and emergency services.

Once a beacon of democratic stability in West Africa, Senegal has seen socio-political unrest with violent clashes earlier this year.

President Macky Sall's embattled government has dissolved Ousmane Sonko's opposition party, popular among young voters.

A lack of jobs, the rising cost of living, depleting fishing stocks and poor health care are some of the reasons pushing thousands to leave Senegal for Spain, said Saliou Diouf, a Senegalese migrants' rights activist and founder of the association Boza Fii. The political crisis and crackdown on the opposition have extinguished any remaining hope young people had of a better future at home, Diouf added.

"They are looking for a way out," he said. "They no longer trust the system."

Their journey is one of the longest

and most dangerous to Europe.

At least 512 people have died so far this year according to the International Organization for Migration, though the figure is believed to be a vast undercount.

Diouf, who documents cases of missing migrants, says it's impossible to know how many people have died because of the lack of information and transparency. Many migrants are not deterred by reports of shipwrecks, he said. They see those who make it and want to try their luck too.

While Senegalese migrants often struggle to obtain the necessary work and residency permits to stay in Spain, many eventually find ways to make a living in European cities or rural farmlands. When they do, the remittances they send home make a huge difference in their families' lives.

Faced with the record number of arrivals this year, Spain's Interior Minister Fernando Grande-Marlaska flew to the Senegalese capital of Dakar October 20 to press the government to do more to stop boats from leaving. Grande-Marlaska urged his Senegalese counterpart, Sidiki Kaba, to "act more quickly" and avoid more deaths.

Migrants sit huddled in blankets on the dock in La Restinga on the Canary Island of El Hierro, Spain, October 2023.

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"We agreed that we must combat irregular immigration with force," Kaba said, acknowledging irregular migration as a "huge challenge" for Spain, Senegal and the European Union.

Spain has nearly 40 police and civil guard officers, four boats, a helicopter and an aircraft deployed in Senegal to monitor the country's more than 500-kilometer (310mile) coast and crack down on smuggling networks in collaboration with local authorities.

Madrid says the joint effort has successfully stopped 7,132 people

from leaving Senegal this year.

During the 2006 "cayucos crisis" – named after the large canoe-shaped boats from Mauritania and Senegal often used by smugglers – Spain signed agreements with 10 African countries for them to accept reurned migrants and stop new boats from leaving.

In the following years, arrivals to the Canary Islands declined and had been largely manageable until they spiked again in 2020 as a result of increased surveillance along the favored Mediterranean Sea route, among other factors.

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ver the last few years, self-care has taken on heightened importance for moms across the country. That is why Mrs. T's Pierogies is partnering with actress, entrepreneur and mom JoAnna Garcia Swisher for its "All-Star Moms" campaign to spotlight the importance of finding ways to recharge and help these real-life superheroes prioritize me-time.

Balance Beautiful with Functional: Find hosting staples like cutting boards, utensils and napkins that match the vibe of your personal space so the area can double as an entertaining space.

Keep it Easy to Clean: Choose furniture and decor that can handle a little mess from snacks.

Add a Personal Touch: Showcase a piece that tells a story, like a favorite embroidered pillow, piece of meaningful jewelry or framed

photo of an amazing memory.

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Make a Statement: Let your inner designer shine by taking a chance on something bold that represents a part of your personality you don't normally indulge.

Plan an Anchor Piece: This item is the foundation for everything, such as a vintage armchair, comfy couch or storage piece that tells a story.

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Moms can also prioritize self-care by whipping up an easy-to-make recipe for themselves, a gathering of friends or an afternoon family snack. Visit MrsTsPierogies.com for quick and easy recipe inspiration.

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Improving Indoor Air Quality Tips for Homeowners VOICE & VIEWPOINT NEWSWIRE As the cooler weather sets in and more people opt to stay indoors, the importance of indoor air quality is taking center stage. With a growing number of residents working from home and recent events like this summer’s Canadian wildfire smoke infiltrating regions in the Midwest and East Coast (up to 70 million people in 32 states were affected), concerns about the air we breathe within our homes are rising.

According to a recent survey, more than 80 percent of homeowners prioritize improving indoor air quality, especially those with children at home. The survey, conducted by an HVAC equipment manufacturer, also revealed that nearly two in three homeowners believe their in-home air quality needs improve-

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ment. It’s clear that homeowners are looking for ways to make their indoor environments healthier, safer, and more comfortable.

Here are tips and best practices on how homeowners can enhance their indoor air quality: • Replace HVAC system filters regularly • Manage household humidity levels • Incorporate indoor plants to purify the air naturally • Periodically inspect and maintain air ducts • Use kitchen exhaust fans while cooking • Ensure that rugs and carpets stay clean • Keep windows closed during outdoor air quality advisories — such as if wildfire smoke returns • Ensure that indoor filtration systems use HEPA filters, which remove most dust, pollen, and mold from the air

EDUCATION Master’s Degree Program for Black School Districts Push for Black Studies

By Aziah Siid Scholars Offers Free Tuition Word in Black WIT Engineering Management Program Seeks African American Students From STEM and Non-STEM Disciplines VOICE & VIEWPOINT NEWSWIRE Wade Institute of Technology (WIT), an experiential Silicon Valleybased college for students of African descent pursuing careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields, announced its open enrollment application period PHOTO: Courtesy of BlackPR for a tuition-free mas“The low representation of African ter’s in engineering management.

Americans and students of African descent in the STEM ecosystem is The program integrates engineerappalling,” said WIT Executive ing courses with human-centered Director Booker T. Wade, Jr. “With classes in leadership and managefree tuition and our innovative, ment concepts. The goal is to prepare project-based approach we intend graduates for broad-based manto prepare our students to not only agement and leadership roles in meet the current demand for multechnology. tidisciplinary professionals in the One of the hallmarks of the profield of engineering, but to do so gram is its ability to meet incomwithout the crippling debt that ing students where they are. The sidetracks so many Black graducoursework is adaptable to accomates from pursuing their dreams.” modate students who have STEM The program will include elements undergraduate degrees as well as from aeronautics and astronautics; those with bachelor’s degrees in material sciences; leadership princiliberal arts disciplines. ples; project management; and biomedical, computer, electrical, mechanical, systems, civil, and environmental engineering. Student project opportunities include aviation training and earning a private pilot’s license, monitoring and testTEST POSITIVITY ing watersheds, and exploring internships with NASA.

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In addition to free tuition, free housing will be available for the first 10 students who enroll.

Space is limited and interested students are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

Details about the program and the application process can be found at https://wit.university/ masters-in-engineering-management/.

More than 7 million K-12 students in the United States identify as Black, and professionals say representation of the experiences of Black people should be taught to all students.

It can be shown through memoirs like Maya Angelou’s “I Know Why The Caged Bird Sings,” critical analyses of slavery like The 1619 Project, and films like the story of Ruby Bridges — all of which have been banned or challenged in recent years.

As Florida, Tennessee, Texas, and other states continue to pass socalled “anti-critical race theory” bills that limit how race is taught in classrooms, community leaders, professional educators, and policymakers are working tirelessly to ensure books stay on shelves and the full scope of Black history is taught and integrated into kids’ lives as early as Pre-K. The Education Equity Action Plan is trying to teach the full scope of history. Made up of a coalition of organizations, including the Black Education Research Center at Columbia University, Black Edfluencers United, and others.

These groups are responsible for the curation of the first-ever interdisciplinary Black Studies curriculum for New York City public schools.

Other Districts Are Working To Teach Truth Too The response to the murder of George Floyd and countless other Black people motivated leaders to rework their policies, training, and even codes of conduct involving race.

In 2020, the San Francisco Board of Education approved the development of a K-12 Black Studies curriculum for students beginning in the 2022-2023 school year. The approved courses for the SFUSD high school students and plans for grade PK-8 introduce students to “race, racial identity, African and African American history, equity, and systemic racism,” according to

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the original release of the plans.

Former commissioner of SFUSD, Stevon Cook, explained in the statement how the “Euro-centric focus of the American education system and other American institutions has perpetually framed the history of Black people in America,” as either enslaved, discriminated against, or suffering under societal pressures like poor health, poverty, and over-incarceration.

Part of bringing an official Black studies curriculum to students, he said, is to explore “the broader impact of African innovations such as math, science, engineering, sea exploration and astrology that informed much of western civilization,” which, up until recent years, was missing from curriculum.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has spoken out against the College Board’s new Advanced Placement course on African American studies, calling it “indoctrination.” DeSantis labeled plans to incorporate topics of Black queer studies, the abolition of prisons, and intersectionality “a political agenda.”

Legislation on Black Studies Impacts Students An April EdWeek Research Center survey found that 65% of the 401 participating teachers said their state does not require students to learn Black history. Only 12 states

provide a K-12 Black history mandate, although some states with mandates also have legislation in effect that restricts instruction on topics of race.

The Education Commission of the States, an interstate education agency, said a state’s absence from the map does not necessarily mean that “students do not receive Black history education or that no state policy addresses the topic.” Instead, it is a reflection of what legislation around Black studies has been enacted in the past four years.

Fred Ingram, secretary-treasurer of the American Federation of Teachers, sees a need for a collective to educate students both inside and outside of the classroom in ways that allow AFT to measure progress in the teach truth space.

“If we measure progress, it’s one family and one student at a time,” Ingram tells Word In Black.

Baltimore School for the Arts student Briana Pooton told the Baltimore Banner that a video of the late Toni Morrison discussing the “white gaze” helped her “feel better about her heritage” and how the interactive format captured their attention. Jordan Love, a junior at Susan Miller Dorsey Senior High School in Los Angeles, told CBS News that the newly implemented AP African American studies course changed how he thought about Black history.

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Bond also has served as head of the company’s DEI initiative and executive sponsor of Blacks @ Microsoft Employee Resource Group.

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VOICE & VIEWPOINT NEWSWIRE She’s the first Black woman President ever!

Microsoft is entering a new era, recently naming Sarah Bond as the new President of Xbox, AfroTech reports. The role is historic, with Bond becoming the first Black woman to hold the title at Xbox and the first Black woman President of any major multinational gaming company.

Bond got her start at Microsoft in 2017. She

In her new role, Bond will oversee a number of Xbox teams across devices, player and creator experience, Xbox’s hardware and software platforms, and lead the brand through a possible “redesigned disc-less Xbox Series X…and… hybrid console,” set for release next year and in 2028.

Bond took to social media to respond to the announcement and thank her followers for the outpouring of support.

“Xbox. It’s an honor. Always,” wrote Bond.

Her appointment comes as Microsoft looks to restructure in general. Microsoft Game Studios head Matt Booty has been promoted to president of game content and studios, which

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includes overseeing their new ZeniMax acquisition. There will also be an influx of women in leadership roles as the brand moves towards a more inclusive model.

Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer spoke about Bond’s appointment, saying the company is looking to build the future of the brand through these new promotions.

“To manage the platform of today, and build

the platform of tomorrow, we are bringing together the teams that will make this possible.

Sarah Bond will lead this team as President of Xbox — bringing together Devices, Player & Creator Experiences, Platform Engineering, Strategy, Business Planning, Data & Analytics and Business Development,” Spencer said in a memo.

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DOES YOUR EMPLOYER HAVE WORKERS’ COMP?

California’s ‘Urgent’ $20B Problem California’s unemployment insurance fund is $20 billion in debt, putting the state in a terrible position in case of a recession.

The deep debt — incurred during the COVID19 pandemic as millions of people lost their jobs and the state borrowed money from the federal government for unemployment benefits — is on Gov. Gavin Newsom’s mind. He cited it as a factor in his recent veto of a bill that would have allowed striking workers to be eligible for unemployment benefits, mentioning that the state is paying hundreds of millions of dollars of interest on the debt.

It’s also top of mind for businesses, which face an increase in required contributions toward the state’s unemployment insurance fund as a result. And it’s on the minds of those who are concerned about whether the state’s unemployment system can handle another crisis such as a pandemic or a recession.

The unemployment insurance fund had regular solvency issues even before the pandemic.

Now the situation is more dire, with the Employment Development Department issuing a spring forecast that the debt — which the Legislative Analyst’s Office has said does not include the infamous unemployment fraud that mostly involved temporary federal benefits that the state doesn’t have to pay back — would grow to $19.7 billion at the end of the year. In addition, the state Legislative Analyst’s Office said this summer that for the first time during a period of job growth, it expects California’s unemployment insurance fund to have fewer

contributions coming in than benefits being paid out.

Debt could cost California billions just in interest The required repayment of the debt has triggered automatic tax increases on employers, which under federal law are responsible for paying down the principal, while the state typically pays the interest. The governor last year proposed using $3 billion from a projected budget surplus to pay off some of the debt, but ended up paying only $250 million toward the principal.

The state has since swung to a budget deficit, and this year paid $306 million in interest by borrowing from the disability insurance fund.

Chas Alamo, principal fiscal and policy analyst for the Legislative Analyst’s Office has forecast that depending on interest rates, the debt could cost the state anywhere from a total of $3 billion to $7 billion in interest payments for the next several years, possibly through 2033. The state also borrowed from the federal government for unemployment benefits during the Great Recession; that debt cost the state $1.4 billion in interest payments from 2011 until 2018, when it was paid off.

What companies pay for UI is never going to be a top priority for unions, but it’s a top priority for business,” Bill Sokol, who teaches labor law at San Francisco State University, said. “This leaves it to the politicians to decide it’s for the greater good” to fix the unemployment insurance system, he said.

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4311 Chamoune Ave. San Diego, CA 92115 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on November 09, 2023 This fictitious business name will expire on November 09, 2028 11/16, 11/23, 11/30, 12/7 ----------------------------------NAME STATEMENT 2023-9020460 Fictitious business name(s): Our Kings --Our Kings A Nonprofit Located at: 1741 Eastlake Parkway Ste. 102 PMB 1155 Chula Vista, CA 91915 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was: 09/01/2021 This business is hereby registered by the following: Anya Owensbrown 1155 Hanford Ct. Chula Vista, CA 91913 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on October 04, 2023 This fictitious business name will expire on October 04, 2028 11/16, 11/23, 11/30, 12/7 ----------------------------------NAME STATEMENT 2023-9022201 Fictitious business name(s): Figure Fine Located at: 1000 S. Anza St. Apt. 150 El Cajon, CA 92020 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was: 10/30/2023 This business is hereby registered by the following: Umair Khan 1000 S. Anza St. Apt. 150 El Cajon, CA 92020 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on October 30, 2023 This fictitious business name will expire on October 30, 2028 11/16, 11/23, 11/30, 12/7 ----------------------------------NAME STATEMENT 2023-9022608 Fictitious business name(s): Minute Group Inc Located at: 5006 El Cajon Blvd.

San Diego, CA 92115 County of San Diego --5006 El Cajon Blvd. Ste. # B San Diego, CA 92115 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: A Corporation The first day of business was: 09/01/2023 This business is hereby registered by the following: Minute Group Inc 5006 El Cajon Blvd.

San Diego, CA 92115 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on November 06, 2023 This fictitious business name will expire on November 06, 2028 11/16, 11/23, 11/30, 12/7 ----------------------------------NAME STATEMENT 2023-9022707 Fictitious business name(s): Art and Function Woodworx --Art & Function Woodworx Located at: 1395 Sapphire Dr. Carlsbad, CA 92011 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was: 11/07/2023 This business is hereby registered by the following: Calvin Dale Jones 1395 Sapphire Dr. Carlsbad, CA 92011 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on November 07, 2023 This fictitious business name will expire on November 07, 2028 11/16, 11/23, 11/30, 12/7

NAME STATEMENT 2023-9021184 Fictitious business name(s): Eclipse Home Store Located at: 8502 Organdy Ln. Santee, CA 92071 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company The first day of business was: 09/07/2023 This business is hereby registered by the following: KMP Homes LLC 8502 Organdy Ln. Santee, CA 92071 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on October 16, 2023 This fictitious business name will expire on October 16, 2028 11/16, 11/23, 11/30, 12/7 ----------------------------------NAME STATEMENT 2023-9022329 Fictitious business name(s): Wabasa Records --Safety Orange Located at: 2323 Caminito Recodo San Diego, CA 92107 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was: 01/01/2000 This business is hereby registered by the following: Sol Wabasa Turpin 2323 Caminito Recodo San Diego, CA 92107 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on November 01, 2023 This fictitious business name will expire on November 01, 2028 11/09, 11/16, 11/23, 11/30 ----------------------------------NAME STATEMENT 2023-9022092 Fictitious business name(s): Reach Occupational Therapy Located at: 4970 Mansfield St. San Diego, CA 92116 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was: 10/15/2018 This business is hereby registered by the following: Brittany Johansen 4970 Mansfield St. San Diego, CA 92116 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on October 27, 2023 This fictitious business name will expire on October 27, 2028 11/09, 11/16, 11/23, 11/30 ----------------------------------NAME STATEMENT 2023-9022417 Fictitious business name(s): Alpha Pacific Plumbing & Drain Located at: 2192 Harrison Ave San Diego, CA 92113 County of San Diego --7107 Broadway #115 Lemon Grove, CA 91945 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was: 07/24/2013 This business is hereby registered by the following: Jose M. Jimenez Jr 2192 Harrison Ave San Diego, CA 92113 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on November 02, 2023 This fictitious business name will expire on November 02, 2028 11/09, 11/16, 11/23, 11/30 ----------------------------------NAME STATEMENT 2023-9021470 Fictitious business name(s): Heavenbscbraid Located at: 933 Peach Avenue El Cajon, CA 92021 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: A Married Couple The first day of business was: 10/12/2023

This business is hereby registered by the following: Affoue Kra 933 Peach Avenue Apt. 19 El Cajon, CA 92021 --Wonflonhi Kei 933 Peach Avenue Apt. 19 El Cajon, CA 92021 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on October 19, 2023 This fictitious business name will expire on October 19, 2028 11/09, 11/16, 11/23, 11/30 ----------------------------------NAME STATEMENT 2023-9022441 Fictitious business name(s): VRB & Associates Located at: 9852 Avenida Ricardo Spring Valley, CA 91977 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was: 11/02/2023 This business is hereby registered by the following: Vanessa Rochelle Barbarin 9852 Avenida Ricardo Spring Valley, CA 91977 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on November 02, 2023 This fictitious business name will expire on November 02, 2028 11/09, 11/16, 11/23, 11/30 ----------------------------------NAME STATEMENT 2023-9022528 Fictitious business name(s): Jinri Mandarin Academy Located at: 8324 Regents Rd. 1L San Diego, CA 92122 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was: 10/31/2023 This business is hereby registered by the following: Yung-Hua Chen 8324 Regents Rd. 1L San Diego, CA 92122 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on November 03, 2023 This fictitious business name will expire on November 03, 2028 11/09, 11/16, 11/23, 11/30 ----------------------------------NAME STATEMENT 2023-9021516 Fictitious business name(s): Super Starz Realty of San Diego Located at: 2665 San Clemente Terrace San Diego, CA 92122 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was: 10/18/2018 This business is hereby registered by the following: Randall Bruce Hamud 2665 San Clemente Terrace San Diego, CA 92122 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on October 20, 2023 This fictitious business name will expire on October 20, 2028 11/09, 11/16, 11/23, 11/30 ----------------------------------NAME STATEMENT 2023-9022297 Fictitious business name(s): Lemon Grove Shoe Repair Located at: 7815 Broadway Lemon Grove, CA 91945 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was: 03/01/1997 This business is hereby registered by the following: Ignacio Garcia Reyes 7815 Broadway Lemon Grove, CA 91945 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on November 01, 2023 This fictitious business name will expire on November 01, 2028 11/09, 11/16, 11/23, 11/30 Read Online @ sdvoice.info

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NAME STATEMENT 2023-9022431 Fictitious business name(s): Carageous Auto Wholesales --Carageous Auto Sales Located at: 3964 Willowside Lane Spring Valley, CA 91977 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: A Corporation The first day of business was: 07/07/2023 This business is hereby registered by the following: Carageous Auto Wholesales 3964 Willowside Lane Spring Valley, CA 91977 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on November 02, 2023 This fictitious business name will expire on November 02, 2028 11/09, 11/16, 11/23, 11/30 ----------------------------------NAME STATEMENT 2023-9022081 Fictitious business name(s): Willa Wei Photography Located at: 5061 Coral Sand Ter San Diego, CA 92117 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was: 01/03/2018 This business is hereby registered by the following: Qing Wei 5061 Coral Sand Ter San Diego, CA 92117 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on October 27, 2023 This fictitious business name will expire on October 27, 2028 11/09, 11/16, 11/23, 11/30 ----------------------------------NAME STATEMENT 2023-9022260 Fictitious business name(s): Fat Cat Transportation --Fat Cat Limousine Located at: 13071 Roundup Ave. San Diego, CA 92129 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was: 10/01/2014 This business is hereby registered by the following: Clinton Wayne Welch 13071 Roundup Ave. San Diego, CA 92129 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on October 31, 2023 This fictitious business name will expire on October 31, 2028 11/09, 11/16, 11/23, 11/30 ----------------------------------NAME STATEMENT 2023-9022098 Fictitious business name(s): Mi Lindo Folklor Located at: 805 51 Street San Diego, CA 92114 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was: 10/27/2023 This business is hereby registered by the following: Pablo Ramirez 805 51 Street San Diego, CA 92114 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on October 27, 2023 This fictitious business name will expire on October 27, 2028 11/02, 11/09, 11/16, 11/23 ----------------------------------NAME STATEMENT 2023-9022192 Fictitious business name(s): Ry Cleaning Located at: 4025 Oakcrest Dr. #8 San Diego, CA 92105 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was: 10/15/2023 This business is hereby

registered by the following: Rodolfo Armas 4025 Oakcrest Dr. #8 San Diego, CA 92105 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on October 30, 2023 This fictitious business name will expire on October 30, 2028 11/02, 11/09, 11/16, 11/23 ----------------------------------NAME STATEMENT 2023-9022184 Fictitious business name(s): Nails by Tina --My Home Repair Located at: 5206 Nutmeg St. San Diego, CA 92105 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was: 10/30/2023 This business is hereby registered by the following: Jeannie Kim Lanh Nguyen 5206 Nutmeg St. San Diego, CA 92105 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on October 30, 2023 This fictitious business name will expire on October 30, 2028 11/02, 11/09, 11/16, 11/23 ----------------------------------NAME STATEMENT 2023-9021048 Fictitious business name(s): Beuchooseu Therapy Located at: 475 Arroyo Seco Dr. San Diego, CA 92114 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the name(s) above This business is hereby registered by the following: Kandice Nelson 475 Arroyo Seco Dr. San Diego, CA 92114 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on October 13, 2023 This fictitious business name will expire on October 13, 2028 11/02, 11/09, 11/16, 11/23 ----------------------------------NAME STATEMENT 2023-9021794 Fictitious business name(s): Party Rockin' Rentals Located at: 60 Kingswood Dr. Apt 3 Chula Vista, CA 91911 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was: 10/24/2023 This business is hereby registered by the following: Curtis J. Pierce 60 Kingswood Dr. Apt 3 Chula Vista, CA 91911 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on October 24, 2023 This fictitious business name will expire on October 24, 2028 11/02, 11/09, 11/16, 11/23 ----------------------------------NAME STATEMENT 2023-9020878 Fictitious business name(s): Tacos David's Located at: 2451 Jamacha Rd El Cajon, CA 92019 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: A Corporation Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the name(s) above This business is hereby registered by the following: Tacos David's 2451 Jamacha Rd El Cajon, CA 92019 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on October 11, 2023 This fictitious business name will expire on October 11, 2028 11/02, 11/09, 11/16, 11/23 ----------------------------------NAME STATEMENT 2023-9019847 Fictitious business name(s): Calibr, A Division of

Scripps Research Located at: 11119 North Torrey Pines Rd. La Jolla, CA 92037 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: A Corporation The first day of business was: 07/19/2018 This business is hereby registered by the following: The Scripps Research Institute 10550 North Torrey Pines Rd. La Jolla, CA 92037 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on September 27, 2023 This fictitious business name will expire on September 27, 2028 10/26, 11/02, 11/09, 11/16 ----------------------------------NAME STATEMENT 2023-9019848 Fictitious business name(s): Scripps Research Located at: 10550 North Torrey Pines Rd. La Jolla, CA 92037 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: A Corporation The first day of business was: 07/19/2018 This business is hereby registered by the following: The Scripps Research Institute 10550 North Torrey Pines Rd. La Jolla, CA 92037 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on September 27, 2023 This fictitious business name will expire on September 27, 2028 10/26, 11/02, 11/09, 11/16 ----------------------------------NAME STATEMENT 2023-9021220 Fictitious business name(s): Utility Logistics Services Located at: 12120 Tech Center Dr. Ste. D Poway, CA 92064 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: A Corporation The first day of business was: 10/03/2023 This business is hereby registered by the following: Gis Surveyors INC 12120 Tech Center Dr. Ste. D Poway, CA 92064 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on October 17, 2023 This fictitious business name will expire on October 17, 2028 10/26, 11/02, 11/09, 11/16 ----------------------------------NAME STATEMENT 2023-9021663 Fictitious business name(s): Breaking Black Ventures Located at: 2287 Dunlop St. #12 San Diego, CA 92111 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the name(s) above This business is hereby registered by the following: Isaiah Israel 2287 Dunlop St. #12 San Diego, CA 92111 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on October 23, 2023 This fictitious business name will expire on October 23, 2028 10/26, 11/02, 11/09, 11/16 ----------------------------------NAME STATEMENT 2023-9020423 Fictitious business name(s): Fehri's Auto Sales Located at: 1561 I St. Apt. 5 Brawley, CA 92227 County of Imperial This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company

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Invitation for Bids (IFB) Inland Rail Trail Phase 3B Bikeway Solicitation No.: SOL1224667 CIP 1223094 Federal Aid Project No.: ATPL-6066(140) The San Diego Association of Governments (SANDAG) is seeking contractors to construct approximately 1.1 miles of a Class I bicycle facility, located between Civic Center Drive and Mar Vista Drive, in Vista, CA. The Class I bikeway is an 8-foot to 10-foot-wide multiuse bike path that is located mostly within the existing North County Transit District Right-of-Way, parallel to the railroad tracks. This bike path will connect to existing sidewalks or bike paths. Work will include grading, retaining walls, drainage improvements, cold milling asphalt concrete, crushed aggregate base, asphalt concrete paving, landscaping and irrigation, lighting, black chain link fence and gates, water quality swales, signing, and pavement delineation. The additive alternative work is for the CCTV system. In addition, this scope includes procurement of all materials and performing all other work necessary to complete the work in accordance with the project plans and Special Provisions. For the SWPPP, this project is a Risk Level 2. This project is federally funded and has a DBE goal of 21%. The Engineer’s Estimate is $14,819,811.15. This project is subject to the Community Benefits Agreement (CBA). The optional Pre-Bid Meeting will be held virtually via Microsoft Teams on November 14, 2023, from 1:30 to 3:30 PM PST/PDT. The Deadline for Bid Submittal is December 19, 2023, by 2:00 PM PST/PDT unless otherwise stated in an addendum. A copy of the solicitation documents and any communications or addenda can be accessed via www.bidnetdirect.com/sandag.

This fictitious business name The first day of business was: will expire on 09/25/2023 October 19, 2028 This business is hereby 10/26, 11/02, 11/09, 11/16 registered by the following: NAME STATEMENT Fast Rent A Car LLC 2023-9020776 1561 I St. Apt. 5 Fictitious business name(s): Brawley, CA 92227 This statement was filed with American View Windows & Doors the Recorder/County Clerk of Located at: San Diego County on 2173 Camino Del Este 6115 October 04, 2023 San Diego, CA 92108 This fictitious business name County of San Diego will expire on This business is October 04, 2028 conducted by: 10/26, 11/02, 11/09, 11/16 A Corporation ----------------------------------Registrant has not yet begun NAME STATEMENT to transact business under the 2023-9021479 name(s) above Fictitious business name(s): This business is hereby The Blue Bronco registered by the following: Located at: Sael Construction 3625 Keating St. Unit 6 Corporation San Diego, CA 92110 5080 Camino Del Arroyo County of San Diego #373 This business is San Diego, CA 92108 conducted by: This statement was filed with An Individual The first day of business was: the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on 10/19/2023 October 10, 2023 This business is hereby This fictitious business name registered by the following: will expire on Taylor J. Parker October 10, 2028 3625 Keating St. Unit 6 10/26, 11/02, 11/09, 11/16 San Diego, CA 92110 This statement was filed with Abandonment of the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on Fictitious Business Name October 19, 2023 STATEMENT OF This fictitious business name ABANDONMENT OF USE will expire on OF FICTITIOUS October 19, 2028 BUSINESS NAME 10/26, 11/02, 11/09, 11/16 2023-9019650 ----------------------------------Fictitious business name(s) NAME STATEMENT to be abandoned: 2023-9021369 Too Smoov Mobile Auto Fictitious business name(s): Detailing Arturo's Home Located at: Improvements 1151 Fourth Ave Apt. 1003 Located at: Chula Vista, CA 91911 3442 46 St. County of San Diego San Diego, CA 92105 This business is County of San Diego conducted by: This business is An Individual conducted by: The Fictitious business name A Married Couple The first day of business was: referred to above was filed in San Diego County on: 06/1/2008 01/15/2020 This business is hereby and assigned File no. registered by the following: 2020-9001180 Vicenta Fuentes The fictitious business name is 3442 46 St. being abandoned by: San Diego, CA 92105 Curtis Jerome Pierce --1151 Fourth Ave Apt. 1003 Arturo DeSantiago Chula Vista, CA 91911 3442 46 St. This statement was filed with San Diego, CA 92105 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County the Recorder/County Clerk of September 25, 2023 San Diego County on 11/02, 11/09, 11/16, 11/23 October 18, 2023 This fictitious business name will expire on NAME CHANGE October 18, 2028 10/26, 11/02, 11/09, 11/16 SUPERIOR COURT OF ---------------------------------CALIFORNIA NAME STATEMENT 330 West Broadway 2023-9021234 San Diego, CA 92101 Fictitious business name(s): Hall Of Justice Cool With Browns HVAC Courthouse Located at: 37-2023-00047329PO Box 742353 CU-PT-CTL San Diego, CA 92174 Petitioner or Attorney: County of San Diego Jiana Davan Jones This business is conducted by: To All Interested Persons: An Individual Petitioner The first day of business was: Jiana Davan Jones 10/17/2023 filed a petition with this court This business is hereby for a decree changing names registered by the following: as follows: Daniel Robert Brown 2257 Tyler Ct PRESENT NAME: Spring Valley, CA 91977 Jiana Davan Jones This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of PROPOSED NAME: San Diego County on Jiana Davan Schultz October 17, 2023 This fictitious business name THE COURT ORDERS that will expire on all persons interested in this October 17, 2028 matter appear before this 10/26, 11/02, 11/09, 11/16 ----------------------------------- court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, NAME STATEMENT why the petition for change of 2023-9021418 name should not be granted.

Fictitious business name(s): Any person objecting to the Think- In name changes described --above must file a written Philosophical Solutions objection that includes the Located at: reasons for the objection at 6312 Rancho Mission Rd least two court days before #221 the matter is scheduled to be San Diego, CA 92108 heard and must appear at County of San Diego the hearing to show cause This business is why the petition should not conducted by: be granted. If no written An Individual objection is timely filed, the Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the court may grant the petition without a hearing. name(s) above This business is hereby NOTICE OF HEARING registered by the following: Date: December 14, 2023 Adrian Leopoldo Azzi Time: 8:30 A.M. 6312 Rancho Mission Rd Dept. C-61 #221 San Diego, CA 92108 (To appear remotely, check This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of in advance of the hearing for information about how to do San Diego County on so on the court's website. To October 19, 2023

find your court's website go to www.courts.ca.gov/find-mycourt.htm) NO HEARING WILL OCCUR ON THE DATE SPECIFIED IN THE ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE. The court will review the documents filed as of the date specified on the Order to Show Cause for Change of Name (JC Form #NC-120).

If all requirements for a name change have been met as of the date specified, and no timely written objection has been received (required at least two court days before the date specified), the Petition for Change of Name (JC Form #NC-100) will be granted without a hearing. One copy of the Order Granting the Petition will be mailed to the petitioner.

To change a name on a legal document, including a birth certificate, social security card, driver license, passport, and other identification, a certified copy of Decree Changing Name (JC Form #NC-130) or Decree Changing Name and Order Recognizing Change of Gender and for Issuance of New Birth Certificate (JC Form #NC-230) may be required. Contact the agency(ies) who issue the legal document that needs to be changed, to determine if a certified copy is required.

A certified copy of Decree Changing Name (JC Form #NC-130) or Decree Changing Name and Order Recognizing Change of Gender and for Issuance of New Birth Certificate (JC Form #NC-230) may be obtained from the Civil Business Office for a fee. Petitioners who are seeking a change of name under the Safe at Home program may contact the assigned department for the information on obtaining certified copies.

If all the requirements have not been met as of the date specified, the court will mail the petitioner a written order with further directions.

If a timely objection is filed, the court will set a hearing date and contact the parties by mail with further directions.

A RESPONDENT OBJECTING TO THE NAME CHANGE MUST FILE A WRITTEN OBJECTION AT LEAST TWO COURT DAYS (excluding weekends and holidays) BEFORE THE DATE SPECIFIED. Do not come to court on the specified date. The court will notify the parties by mail of a future hearing date.

Any Petition for the name change of a minor that is signed by only one parent must have this Attachment served along with the Petition and Order to Show Cause, on the other nonsigning parent, and proof of service must be filed with the court.

The address of the court is: 330 West Broadway San Diego, CA 92101 11/09, 11/16, 11/23, 11/30 ----------------------------------SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA 330 West Broadway San Diego, CA 92101 Hall Of Justice Courthouse 37-2023-00046254CU-PT-CTL Petitioner or Attorney: Dylan Benjamin Burcombe To All Interested Persons: Petitioner Dylan Benjamin Burcombe filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Dylan Benjamin Burcombe

PROPOSED NAME: Dylan Burcombe Serrano THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted.

Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

NOTICE OF HEARING Date: December 07, 2023 Time: 8:30 A.M. Dept. C-61 (To appear remotely, check in advance of the hearing for information about how to do so on the court's website. To find your court's website go to www.courts.ca.gov/find-mycourt.htm) NO HEARING WILL OCCUR ON THE DATE SPECIFIED IN THE ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE. The court will review the documents filed as of the date specified on the Order to Show Cause for Change of Name (JC Form #NC-120).

If all requirements for a name change have been met as of the date specified, and no timely written objection has been received (required at least two court days before the date specified), the Petition for Change of Name (JC Form #NC-100) will be granted without a hearing. One copy of the Order Granting the Petition will be mailed to the petitioner.

To change a name on a legal document, including a birth certificate, social security card, driver license, passport, and other identification, a certified copy of Decree Changing Name (JC Form #NC-130) or Decree Changing Name and Order Recognizing Change of Gender and for Issuance of New Birth Certificate (JC Form #NC-230) may be required. Contact the agency(ies) who issue the legal document that needs to be changed, to determine if a certified copy is required.

A certified copy of Decree Changing Name (JC Form #NC-130) or Decree Changing Name and Order Recognizing Change of Gender and for Issuance of New Birth Certificate (JC Form #NC-230) may be obtained from the Civil Business Office for a fee. Petitioners who are seeking a change of name under the Safe at Home program may contact the assigned department for the information on obtaining certified copies.

If all the requirements have not been met as of the date specified, the court will mail the petitioner a written order with further directions.

If a timely objection is filed, the court will set a hearing date and contact the parties by mail with further directions.

A RESPONDENT OBJECTING TO THE NAME CHANGE MUST FILE A WRITTEN OBJECTION AT LEAST TWO COURT DAYS (excluding weekends and holidays) BEFORE THE DATE SPECIFIED. Do not come to court on the specified date. The court will notify the parties by mail of a future hearing date.

Any Petition for the name change of a minor that is signed by only one parent must have this Attachment served along with the Petition and Order to Show Cause, on the other nonsigning parent, and proof of service must be filed with the court.

The address of the court is: 330 West Broadway San Diego, CA 92101 11/02, 11/09, 11/16, 11/23 ----------------------------------SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA 330 W. Broadway San Diego, CA 92101 Central Division Hall Of Justice

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37-2023-00045158CU-PT-CTL Petitioner or Attorney: Jaroslav Zeman and Maria Natalia Zeman both parents on behalf of minor child

served along with the Petition and Order to Show Cause, on the other nonsigning parent, and proof of service must be filed with the court.

To All Interested Persons: Petitioner Jaroslav Zeman and Maria Natalia Zeman both parents on behalf of minor child filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows:

The address of the court is: 330 W. Broadway San Diego, CA 92101 10/26, 11/02, 11/09, 11/16 ----------------------------------SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA 330 West Broadway San Diego, CA 92101 Central Division Hall Of Justice 37-2023-00044545CU-PT-CTL Petitioner or Attorney: Allison Asher Marklein AKA Allison Asher

OBJECTING TO THE NAME CHANGE MUST FILE A WRITTEN OBJECTION AT LEAST TWO COURT DAYS (excluding weekends and holidays) BEFORE THE DATE SPECIFIED. Do not come to court on the specified date. The court will notify the parties by mail of a future hearing date.

PRESENT NAME: Jaroslav Luca Zeman PROPOSED NAME: Luca Jaroslav Zeman THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted.

Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

NOTICE OF HEARING Date: December 05, 2023 Time: 8:30 A.M. Dept. 61 (To appear remotely, check in advance of the hearing for information about how to do so on the court's website. To find your court's website go to www.courts.ca.gov/find-mycourt.htm) NO HEARING WILL OCCUR ON THE DATE SPECIFIED IN THE ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE. The court will review the documents filed as of the date specified on the Order to Show Cause for Change of Name (JC Form #NC-120).

If all requirements for a name change have been met as of the date specified, and no timely written objection has been received (required at least two court days before the date specified), the Petition for Change of Name (JC Form #NC-100) will be granted without a hearing. One copy of the Order Granting the Petition will be mailed to the petitioner.

To change a name on a legal document, including a birth certificate, social security card, driver license, passport, and other identification, a certified copy of Decree Changing Name (JC Form #NC-130) or Decree Changing Name and Order Recognizing Change of Gender and for Issuance of New Birth Certificate (JC Form #NC-230) may be required. Contact the agency(ies) who issue the legal document that needs to be changed, to determine if a certified copy is required.

A certified copy of Decree Changing Name (JC Form #NC-130) or Decree Changing Name and Order Recognizing Change of Gender and for Issuance of New Birth Certificate (JC Form #NC-230) may be obtained from the Civil Business Office for a fee. Petitioners who are seeking a change of name under the Safe at Home program may contact the assigned department for the information on obtaining certified copies.

If all the requirements have not been met as of the date specified, the court will mail the petitioner a written order with further directions.

If a timely objection is filed, the court will set a hearing date and contact the parties by mail with further directions.

A RESPONDENT OBJECTING TO THE NAME CHANGE MUST FILE A WRITTEN OBJECTION AT LEAST TWO COURT DAYS (excluding weekends and holidays) BEFORE THE DATE SPECIFIED. Do not come to court on the specified date. The court will notify the parties by mail of a future hearing date.

Any Petition for the name change of a minor that is signed by only one parent must have this Attachment

Any Petition for the name change of a minor that is signed by only one parent must have this Attachment served along with the Petition and Order to Show Cause, on the other nonsigning parent, and proof of service must be filed with the court.

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A REQUEST FOR SPECIAL NOTICE form is available from the court clerk.

Petitioner: Davita R. Bishop 2425 Madroncillo St. San Diego, CA 92114 (828) 423-3207

Standard ClaSSified:

To All Interested Persons: Petitioner Allison Asher Marklein AKA Allison Asher filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows:

The address of the court is: 330 West Broadway San Diego, CA 92101 10/26, 11/02, 11/09, 11/16

$3.75

PROBATE

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PRESENT NAME: Allison Asher Marklein AKA Allison Asher

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF Lillie Rosebudd Miller Case Number: 37-2023-00045902-PR-PRCTL

PROPOSED NAME: Allison Asher

THE COURT ORDERS that To all heirs, beneficiaries, all persons interested in this creditors, contingent matter appear before this creditors, and persons who court at the hearing indicated may otherwise be interested below to show cause, if any, in the will or estate, or both, why the petition for change of of name should not be granted. Lillie Rosebudd Miller; Lillie Any person objecting to the Rosebudd Bishop Miller name changes described above must file a written A Petition for Probate objection that includes the has been filed by reasons for the objection at Davita R. Bishop least two court days before in the Superior Court of the matter is scheduled to be California, County of San heard and must appear at Diego the hearing to show cause why the petition should not The Petition for Probate be granted. If no written requests that objection is timely filed, the Davita R. Bishop court may grant the petition be appointed as personal without a hearing. representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

NOTICE OF HEARING Date: November 29, 2023 The petition requests the Time: 8:30 A.M. decedent's will and codicils, if Dept. C-61 any, be admitted to probate.

The will and any codicils are (To appear remotely, check available for examination in in advance of the hearing for the file kept by the court. information about how to do so on the court's website. To The petition requests find your court's website go to authority to administer the www.courts.ca.gov/find-myestate under the Independent court.htm) Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow NO HEARING WILL the personal representative OCCUR ON THE DATE to take many actions without SPECIFIED IN THE obtaining court approval.

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE. Before taking certain very important actions, however, The court will review the the personal representative documents filed as of the date will be required to give notice specified on the Order to to interested persons unless Show Cause for Change of they have waived notice or Name (JC Form #NC-120). consented to the proposed action.) The independent If all requirements for a administration authority name change have been met will be granted unless an as of the date specified, and interested person files an no timely written objection objection to the petition and has been received (required shows good cause why the at least two court days court should not grant the before the date specified), the authority.

Petition for Change of Name (JC Form #NC-100) A hearing on the petition will be granted without will be held in this court as a hearing. One copy of follows: the Order Granting the on April 02, 2024, at Petition will be mailed to the 10:30 AM in Dept. 504 petitioner. located at the Superior Court of California To change a name on a legal County of San Diego document, including a birth 1100 Union Street certificate, social security San Diego, CA 92101 card, driver license, passport, Central District and other identification, Probate Division a certified copy of Decree Changing Name (JC Form If you object to the granting #NC-130) or Decree of the petition, you should Changing Name and Order appear at the hearing and Recognizing Change of state your objections or file Gender and for Issuance written objections with the of New Birth Certificate court before the hearing. Your (JC Form #NC-230) may appearance may be in person be required. Contact the or by your attorney. agency(ies) who issue the legal document that needs to If you are a creditor or a be changed, to determine if a contingent creditor of the certified copy is required. decedent, you must file your claim with the court and A certified copy of Decree mail a copy to the personal Changing Name (JC Form representative appointed by #NC-130) or Decree the court within the later of Changing Name and Order either (1) four months from Recognizing Change of the date of first issuance of Gender and for Issuance letters to a general personal of New Birth Certificate representative, as defined in (JC Form #NC-230) may section 58(b) of the California be obtained from the Probate Code, or (2) 60 days Civil Business Office for from the date of mailing or a fee. Petitioners who are personal delivery to you of a seeking a change of name notice under section 9052 of under the Safe at Home the California Probate Code. program may contact the Other California statutes assigned department for the and legal authority may information on obtaining affect your rights as a certified copies. creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney If all the requirements have knowledgeable in California not been met as of the date law. specified, the court will mail the petitioner a written order You may examine the file with further directions. kept by the court.

If you are a person interested If a timely objection is in the estate, you may file filed, the court will set a with the court a REQUEST hearing date and contact the FOR SPECIAL NOTICE (form parties by mail with further DE-154) of the filing of an directions. inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition A RESPONDENT or account as provided in

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California’s first Black-Owned, state-chartered commercial bank, The Bank of Finance, was established by Onie Burnett Granville in 1964, who at the time was a real estate broker local to the LA area. Seeing so many banks turn away Black patrons and living in the ‘60s – a time of much social, political, and economic change, especially for Black Americans – Granville was sparked to make a change.

Granville, who Black Past reports was frustrated by his clients’ difficulties getting home loans and dealing with racism from white banking institutions, recognized that commercial banking would help many Blacks by providing more services than savings and loan associations. Bringing these issues to prominent Black Los Angeles residents such as City Council members, physicians, other estate brokers, and business owners, the Bank of Finance was established and its doors opened on November 16, 1964.

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Chinua Achebe, an accomplished Nigerian novelist and overall writer, was born Albert Chinualumogu Achebe on November 16, 1930, in the city of Nneobi, Nigeria.

His father, Isaiah Okafo Achebe, who impressed the importance of education on his children as well as Chinua’s Igbo culture were major influences in his writing.

One of the world’s most famous authors, Chinua published his debut novel Things Fall Apart (1958), depicting Igbo Nigeria before colonization and Igbo life during and after Europe’s invasion of Nigeria. It is listed as one of the many banned books that used to be a part of high school curriculums throughout the U.S. Along with Achebe’s novels, of which he wrote five, were his series of short stories, essays, and other forms of literature, mainly focusing on the same pre- and post-colonial and the “tumultuous political atmosphere” of Nigeria after the European invasion according to Black Past.

Three years after publishing his final novel, Anthills of the Savannah (1987), he became paralyzed from the waist down in a car accident in Lagos, Nigeria, but that did not stop his life. Chinua Achebe later passed away in Boston on March 22, 2013.