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THURSDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2023

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For Info: (914) 953-2620 Guest speaker Lacey Schwartz Delgado (center) receives a warm welcome and thank you from officers, Nicole Benjamin, First Vice President (left) and Subomi Macaulay, Countywide President, WBWPC (right).

WBWPC Celebrates 47 Years of Political Action By Yvonne Bert

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NEW ROCHELLE, NY -- October 20, 2023 -- More than 300 well-wishers turned out for the 47th Anniversary Gala of the Westchester Black Women’s Political Caucus on Friday, October 20th at the Greentree Country Club in New Rochelle, NY. The evening was filled with excitement from the cocktail hour ‘til the end of the evening as the crowd packed the dance floor. Co-chairs

Angela Davis Farrish, who served as Mistress of ceremonies, Lisa Marie Nero, and Ghia Clark kept the evening moving. Local, state, county and national elected officials were in attendance, enjoying the festivities, including NYS Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart Cousins, Congressmen

Jamaal Bowman and Michael Lawler, County Legislators Symra Brandon and Colin Smith, New Rochelle Mayor Noam Bramson, and Mount Vernon Mayor Shawyn PattersonHoward. Greenburgh Town Justice Delores Brathwaite spoke of the history of the Westchester Black Women’s

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WBWPC Celebrates 47 Years of Political Action By Yvonne Bert

Caucus (WBWPC), which was founded in 1976 by two visionary women, Alice Scott of Mount Vernon and Ann Mosley of White Plains, along with other like-minded powerful women, including the Honorable Lois Bronz. Although they are all now deceased, their legacy lives on through the organization. She stated that it was Mrs. Bronz who brought her into the organization of political activists who exercised their voices and knowledge, strength and power to motivate other women to become involved in the political arena, breaking the old stereotype of white men being the only power brokers. Today the WBWPC has six chapters throughout Westchester, White Plains/ Greenburgh, New Rochelle, Mount Vernon, Peekskill, Yonkers, and the Greater Bedford Area, with a membership of over 300 women. Judge Brathwaite encouraged more women to get involved and to seek political office, to support those who are in office, as well as those who will seek to hold office in the future. Senator Stewart Cousins introduced the keynote speaker for the evening, Lacey Schwartz Delgado, Esq., wife of Lieutenant Governor Antonio Delgado, and a woman of distinguished acclaim on her own. An award winning author, director and producer of Truth Aid Media, Mrs. Delgado is known for her story telling proficiency which she uses to inspire change in the world and is internationally recognized for her documentary, “Little White Lies,” a story of her life and the truth she discovered in the process. She noted that

democracy would look different today if not for the efforts of Black women, a system that women are now included in. She added that despite the multiple forms of oppression, Black women are the most consistent voting block in the state. She stated that “As Black women, we belong in every single room where decisions are made and we are here to make that a reality. We cannot be satisfied as long as the Black man and the Black woman in New York have nothing to vote for.” In 2022, less than one-half of New York voters turned out to vote for Governor, thereby giving up their right to decide. She added that “As Black women, we must continue to lead. We must participate in the democratic process and speak out on issues concerning abortion rights, gun violence, and issues that will be decided at the ballot box. We must do all we can to empower our communities…to bridge the divide.” “Truth telling is difficult work but we must commit to overcome fear….together we will remain vigilant in protecting our democracy. Our Constitution states “by the people and for the people” and we must continue the fight. Mrs. Delgado announced that a new documentary on Reparations will be released on January 8, 2024, on PBS, highlighting important coverage of the struggle which continues around the country. She concluded her inspiring conversation by thanking President Macaulay for her incredible work in breaking down barriers and leading a dynamic organization. A posthumous award was presented by New

Rochelle Chapter President, Jean Anderson, to the family of the late Pearl C. Quarles, who was a valued, dedicated member of the New Rochelle Chapter and the New Rochelle community. Mrs. Ernest Quarles, Jr. graciously accepted the award on behalf of the Quarles family. The surprise of the evening came when President Subomi Macaulay was called to front and center stage for a special presentation as the recipient of the Inaugural Pearl C. Quarles Visionary Award for her hard work and dedication to the Caucus. The native Nigerian has been a member of the Caucus for 13 years and now serves as Countywide President. Ghia Clark presented the honoree with several proclamations from the City of Yonkers, the County Board of Legislators, and the New York State Senate. Presidents of the chapters of the WBWPC were introduced: Jean Anderson, New Rochelle Chapter; Lisa Marie Nero, White Plains/Greenburgh Chapter; Nora Boggs, Peekskill Chapter; Daniella Jackson, Mount Vernon Chapter; Charlotte Vinson, Yonkers Chapter, and Lakeisha Stapleton, Greater Bedford Area Chapter. Ms. Antoinette Montague rendered several beautiful selections and the deejay kept the music lively and the dance floor filled throughout the evening. This event was certainly a success and an occasion worth celebrating. Congratulations to the Westchester Black Women’s Political Caucus!

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Black Women Campaigning for the Judiciary Compiled by Sandra T. Blackwell

HON. VERRIS SHAKO Yonkers City Court Judge

HON. NICHELLE JOHNSON Mount Vernon City Court Judge

SHARON MATTHIE, Esq. Associate Court Attorney

RAYNETTE BREWSTER, Esq. Family Court Support Magistrait

My name is Verris B. Shako and I am running for Supreme Court Justice for the Ninth Judicial District. I currently serve as an elected judge in the busy city court of Yonkers. As a city court judge, I preside over landlord/tenant, criminal, civil, commercial, traffic, and small claims cases with an open mind, conscious of the impact a court’s ruling has on the life of the litigant, their loved ones, employment, education, housing and so much more. My fifteen years of experience as a criminal defense attorney and eleven years of experience as a family court attorney, representing mostly indigent individuals, prior to my election to the bench, has grounded my perspective and reinforced my commitment to ensuring fairness to those who come before the court. I am just as passionate about ensuring justice in our courts today as I was when I began my career nearly two decades ago. I am running for Supreme Court Justice for the Ninth Judicial District so that

Judge Nichelle Johnson is a legal professional with 21 years of experience in litigation and more than 13 years of experience navigating and representing governmental agency in municipal law as an attorney in the Corporation Counsel’s office in Mount Vernon. Judge Johnson’s defense experience includes 1983 Civil Rights Actions, Personal Injury Litigation and Planning and Zoning Law. Prior to working with municipal agency, Family law related experience includes representing clients in matters related to child support, neglect, abuse, custody and visitation in Family Courts throughout New York State and Criminal law experience includes representing a small number of Defendants in different phases of criminal defense. Judge Johnson is an aggressive self-motivated litigator with successful motion and trial experience in the Federal, Supreme and City Courts. She practiced before administrative boards and agencies; practiced and won prevailing decisions in the Appellate Division Second Department and the Second Circuit Court of Appeals. She argued be-

My name is Sharon Matthie, and I have humbly put forward my name to be consideration for the Democratic Party’s endorsement for the position of Westchester County Family Court Judge. Currently, I am the Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) Coordinator and Administrator of the Arbitration Programs at the Ninth Judicial District Court here in White Plains since February 2020. It is there that I am responsible for developing policies and guidelines for the Court’s ADR and Arbitration Programs and monitoring all cases referred to both Programs. Prior to my current role, I served Westchester County Family Court in the capacity as Administrative Assistant to the Honorable Kathie E. Davidson, Dean of the New York State Judicial Institute (formerly Administrative Judge, Ninth Judicial District and Supervising Judge of the Family Courts), and as an Associate Court Attorney to the Honorable Janet C. Malone, the Honorable Gail B. Rice and to the Honorable Rachel Hahn. As an Associate Court Attorney, I was responsible for researching and analyzing legal issues pertaining to

Hello, my name is Raynette N. Brewster and I am seeking the Westchester County Democratic Judicial Nomination for Family Court for 2024. My resume shows that I have always had a very strong interest in family law and the best interest of children. Even before I attended law school, I advocated for the best interest of children by volunteering with Court Appointed Special Advocates, investigating and preparing written reports for Family Court Judges. I have worked in the area of Family Law for numerous years. Upon graduation from law school, I worked as a Legal Fellow for Judge Davidson in Westchester County Family Court and then as a staff attorney with the Legal Aid Juvenile Rights Division, representing children in juvenile delinquency cases and child protective proceedings. I also worked as a Court Attorney, advancing to Principal Court Attorney, for Judge Edlitz and Judge Klein in Westchester County Family Court, observing all three judges in the courtroom and gaining tremendous experience and knowledge of Family Law and Family Court. I left

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MATTHIE, Cont’d. on page 11

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The small molecule penalty is a threat to health equity

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A seemingly minor provision in last year’s Inflation Reduction Act could make it harder for marginalized patients to access the medicines their doctors have prescribed. It could also prevent the future development of cuttingedge, convenient treatments for many diseases that disproportionately impact communities of color. The Inflation Reduction Act allows the government to lower prices for certain medications. But it doesn’t treat all drugs equally. For “small-molecule” drugs that usually come in pill form, price caps kick in after 9 years. But a larger molecule class of medicines called “biologics,” which often have to be administered as shots in doctor’s offices, are exempt from price caps for four additional years. Did policymakers act without fully understanding the consequences for all communities? There is no good medical or

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scientific reason for this disparity between two important drug categories. Both oral pills and injections serve important functions, and both come with advantages and disadvantages. Oral pills, for instance, can be critical treatment options for those without access to transportation, including many Black patients. Our policies should strive to increase treatment options and convenience for all patients. Instead, this “small-molecule penalty” will cause drug inventors to shift their money away from medicines that come in pill form. That’s worrying, especially given the ongoing inequities embedded in our healthcare system and the challenges communities of color often face when trying to access care. Encouraging drug companies to pursue a class of drugs that often have to be taken as injections over medicines that usually come in pill form will only make these inequities worse, particularly for Black Americans. Black Americans are disproportionately likely to live with certain diseases for which easy-to-take pills are considered the holy grail of care. But cutting-edge pills to treat or cure Alzheimer’s disease, type 2 diabetes, and other debilitating illnesses are on the losing end of the IRA’s ill-considered policies. I fear that as investors who fund research into new medicines direct their dollars elsewhere, people of color will end up suffering the most in the long-term. Medications that have to be taken as shots or IV-style infusions are certainly crucial options for many patients, but they still come with downsides. The most important downside from the perspective of health equity is that they can be harder for patients to access and take. It has long been recognized that communities of color are far more likely to face transportation inequities than White communities are. It is only natural that re-

M. Paul Tells All

By M. Paul Redd, Sr. August 11, 1928 - January 9, 2009

Honor at Manhattanville College for Environmental Leaders of Color

From left to right. Julie Tighe, NYS President of the NYLCV, Marvin Church, acting associate director of ELOC, acting executive director Dr. Diana K. Williams, Flor Najera ELOC -media coordinator and Claude Howard-ELOC -Curriculum Director

ducing how many medicines can be taken as pills in the comfort of one’s home will magnify the effects of transportation-related structural racism. The solution here is simple. Congress needs to stop discriminating against one category of drugs over another. The last thing we should be doing is making it less convenient for members of underserved communities to access the care they need. Kevin B. Kimble, Esq., is the founder and executive director of the Southern Christian Leadership Global Policy Initiative.

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The Nasty Fight Among Republicans for House Speaker Gets Nastier

By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent @StacyBrownMedia In the high-stakes Speaker of the House race, nine Republican candidates have stepped forward to vie for the gavel. Ohio GOP Rep. Jim Jordan’s withdrawal ignited a contest that brought new and familiar faces to the forefront, while all 212 Democrats continue to support House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, a path forward to electing someone to lead the chamber remains unclear. The competition among the candidates remains fierce, with each aspiring to secure the elusive 217 votes needed from the House Republicans to claim the top spot in the House of Representatives. Here’s a look at the contenders: 1. Rep. Tom Emmer: The House majority whip from Minnesota has positioned himself as a candidate committed to delivering “historic change.” His bid received early support from Rep. Kevin McCarthy, who praised Emmer’s experience and ability to step into the role on day one. 2. Rep. Kevin Hern: The Oklahoma Republican, chair of the influential Republican Study Committee, is working hard to gather support. His earlier nomination by the House Freedom Caucus in a previous race indicates his conservative solid credentials. 3. Rep. Jack Bergman: A 40year veteran of the US Marines, Bergman has a unique background. His military service and experience on the House Armed Services Committee have bolstered his qualifications for the Speaker’s position. 4. Rep. Austin Scott: The seven-term congressman from Georgia is a vocal ally of McCarthy and is making another run for Speaker. He emphasizes his long career in business and his dedication to conservative principles. 5. Rep. Byron Donalds: A Florida Republican and Freedom Caucus member, Donalds seeks the speakership to promote a conservative vision for the House

and the American people. His alignment with far-right members was evident in previous protests against McCarthy. 6. Rep. Mike Johnson: The Louisiana Republican, who serves as the House Republican Conference vice chairman, has also thrown his hat into the ring. He emphasizes his experience and dedication to the conservative cause. 7. Rep. Pete Sessions: Hailing from Texas, Sessions describes himself as a “conservative leader who can unite the conference.” His past leadership roles in the National Republican Congressional Committee and House Rules Committee bolster his credentials. 8. Rep. Dan Meuser: Announced as a candidate by House GOP conference chair Elise Stefanik, Meuser brings business and political experience. His position on the Financial Services and Small Business Committees adds to his qualifications. 9. Rep. Gary Palmer: The Alabama Republican and chairman of the Republican Policy Committee is in the running. Palmer has advocated for conservative values and has experience on various House committees. On Tuesday, Oct. 24, House

Republicans plan to hold a candidate forum to assess the contenders, and it remains to be seen who will emerge as the top choice to lead the party in the House of Representatives. In the background, the recent removal of former Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.) continues to cast a shadow, particularly as the Nov. 17 government shutdown date approaches and war rages in the Middle East and in the North between Russia and Ukraine. Meanwhile, Rep. Tom McClintock (R-Calif.) sent a scathing letter to Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-Fla.) and the other seven MAGA Republicans who supported the vote to remove McCarthy. Multiple congressional journalists posted the sarcastic but damning message online. McClintock responded to an earlier letter that Gaetz and his far-right extremist wing of the Republican Party sent to their colleagues. Those who opposed Jordan’s speakership indicated that if it required something to persuade them to “vote with the team,” those lawmakers were “prepared to accept censure, suspension, or removal” from the conference. Although he claimed it was an er-

ror, Rep. Ken Buck of Colorado, the eighth vote-getter who supported McCarthy’s removal, was also mentioned in the letter. “Dear wayward colleagues,” McClintock’s letter began. “Your letter of October 20, in which you graciously offer to martyr yourselves as long as you can get your way, is perhaps the most selfless act in American history.” He continued, “I was certain that your stirring example of party discipline and loyalty to ‘vote with the team,’ as you so eloquently phrased it, would have inspired our Republican colleagues’ who refuse to vote’ with the Republican majority.” “We truly don’t deserve you,” he wrote. McClintock suggested that his colleagues “plan your martyrdom in the only way that truly matters: to have the wisdom to see the damage you have done to our country and to have the courage to set things right before it is too late.” He said he had included a proposed resolution “that perhaps one of you can offer as we begin the fourth week of national paralysis and as the world burns around us.” He signed off: “Your secret admirer, Tom McClintock.”

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Why Democrats Can’t Save Republicans from Themselves

By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent @StacyBrownMedia

HON. HAKEEM JEFFRIES, Minority Leader, United States House of Representatives

Meanwhile, across the aisle, Democrats remained united. Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries garnered unanimous support from all 212 members of the Democratic caucus. Rep. Jim Jordan’s repeated failure to garner the necessary 217 votes, even within his own party, to win Speaker of the House’s crucial position has left the GOP in disarray. Jordan, a prominent conservative and election denier, has faced fierce opposition from a faction within the Republican caucus. At least 22 Republicans were relentless in their refusal to back Jordan, especially after the Ohio legislator and his supporters allegedly made threats against them and their families. Meanwhile, across the aisle, Democrats remained united. Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries garnered unanimous support from all 212 members of the Democratic caucus. As Jeffries aptly noted, the GOP is amid a civil war, the ramifications of which are felt within their ranks and reverberate throughout the halls of Congress. While the refusal of a substantial faction of Republicans to endorse their chosen Speaker candi-

date paints a stark picture of a party grappling with internal strife, an intriguing question emerges: Why haven’t Democrats leveraged this rift within the GOP to their advantage? Jeffries could have clinched the Speaker’s gavel with just five additional votes from across the aisle. For some, it seems unfathomable that GOP members would vote for a Speaker from the minority party. But the failure to secure just five votes has prompted speculation about the Democrats’ tactics and outreach. Were they too cautious, confident, or divided within their ranks to extend a persuasive olive branch to just a handful of Republicans? Asked if he had conversations with Republican colleagues about a bipartisan path forward, Jeffries specifically responded “I haven’t spoken directly with Patrick McHenry.” “It may seem as if it should be easy for the Democrats to peel off five votes from the Republicans in

the House of Representatives to elect Hakim Jeffries speaker, but in fact, such a scenario is absolutely impossible,” said William S. Bike, a political historian and author of the book “Winning Political Campaigns, a how-to guide on all aspects of political campaigning.” “And it has been impossible since 1994, when Republican House member Newt Gingrich changed our politics from a skirmish between the parties to an all-out war,” Bike stated. He said his book details Gingrich’s memo leading up to the 1994 campaign, “Language Matters,” where he urged the GOP to use words to describe opponents such as “sick,” “pathetic,” “traitors,” “corrupt,” and “selfish.” “This is a far cry from the days up until then when politicians may have criticized each other fairly in public but then gone in the back room and cut a political deal, and then headed out to play poker or have a drink

together at night,” Bike wrote in an email to the Informer. Lindsey Cormack, an associate professor of political science in the School of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences at the Stevens Institute of Technology in New Jersey said Democrats have reached across the aisle but to no avail. “Democrats are appealing to their Republican counterparts to back Minority Leader Jefferies. Congresswoman Ann McLane Kuster (D-NH) called on ‘reasonable Republicans’ to distance themselves from extreme right-wing factions, collaborate with Democrats, and halt the ongoing turmoil,” Cormack stated. She added that Rep. Darren Soto (D-FL) has voiced that it only takes 5 Republicans to join with Democrats to “stop the madness.” Cormack also pointed to a Capitol Hill press conference with Jeffries and other House Democrats where they stressed a bipartisan strategy to manage the House effectively. During that news conference, Jeffries said, “Traditional Republicans can break away from the extremism, partner with Democrats on an enlightened bipartisan path forward so we can end the recklessness and get back to doing the business of the American people. And Democrats are ready, willing, and able to get that done.” “The obstacle lies in the fact that the current House Republicans are hesitant to defy party allegiance by voting for Jefferies,” Cormack noted. “Congressional Republicans are acutely aware that such an action would almost certainly prompt a challenge from within their party in the next primary election and result in a loss of support from the broader Republican Party in all subsequent elections. Moreover, if the Republican leadership ultimately prevails, these members risk losing their committee assignments. Essentially, current Republicans voting for Jefferies seems feasible only if they completely change their political party affiliation.”

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Become a YPIE Scholar YPIE Scholars comprise a community of high school students preparing for college and beyond. The heart of the YPIE Scholars program is its afterschool center, the YPIE College Zone. Beginning in 9th grade and continuing into college, students bolster their academic skills, get extra support with specific subjects through small group and 1-on-1 tutoring, develop life skills, meet new people, and connect with fellow students and adults. Learn more about becoming a YPIE Scholar at one of two Information Sessions on Thursday, October 26, 2023, at 5:30pm, at the Riverfront Library, 1 Larkin Center, Yonkers, NY 10701 or Wednesday, November 1, 2023, at 5:30pm, at the YPIE College Zone, located at 92 Main Street, Yonkers, NY 10701. The application deadline is Sunday, November 5, 2023. For more information, visit: ypie.org/students, call: 914-377-4882, or email: info@ypie.org.

Celebrating 50 Years of Hip Hop

The Yonkers Public Library will unveil a new library card celebrating 50 years of Hip Hop, during a historical chat with musicians and tracing its roots in Yonkers. The event will be held Thursday, October 26, 2023, at 5:30 p.m. in the atrium of the Yonkers Riverfront Library, located at 1 Larkin Center, Yonkers, NY 10701. Author Jerome Enders and Executive Branch Entertainment Group will discuss his book, “Yonkers: The Lost City of Hip Hop”. The program will also include a discussion of the historical and musical traditions of Yonkers Hip Hop, known throughout the world. Maxx Moses, artist and creator of Yonkers Public Libraries New Hip Hop Card, will join the conversation with special guests: Ruff Ryders and Large Amount, the newest member of D-Block. For more information, email: Arnaldo Torres - atorres@ypl.org or call: (914) 375-7940.

Non-Profit Infrastructure Capital Investment Program

A minimum of $60 million in capital grant funding is available to nonprofit human services organizations through New York State’s Nonprofit Infrastructure Capital Investment Program (NICIP), to support the delivery of critical services to New Yorkers. Eligible nonprofit organizations that provide direct programs and services to New Yorkers may receive grants ranging from $50,000 to $500,000 for the completion of small and large scale construction projects. This NICIP opportunity is administered by the Dormitory Authority of the State of New York and a first come, first served process will be used for this competitive grant program. Applications can be submitted at any point from December 1, 2023 through January 12, 2024. Visit: https://www.dasny.org/ NICIP for more information about the Request for Applications (RFA).

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Black Diamonds Recognizes Sponsors

PEEKSKILL, NY -- October 19, 2023 — Black Diamonds Academic Success, a dedicated non-profit organization, celebrated a momentous evening on Thursday, October 19, 2023, at Ofori’s World Cuisine restaurant. The event served as a heartfelt tribute to the Rotary Club of Peekskill and the esteemed sponsors whose steadfast support has been instrumental in advancing the organization’s mission of helping young men of color graduate high school on time and be well prepared for life after high school. The Benefit Fundraiser was a resounding success, largely due to the generous contributions and unwavering commitment to diversity and equity from our sponsors:

care & Learning Center, and New York Presby- color, and its goals for the future. terian Hudson Valley Hospital, our Silver and • A delightful dining experience at Ofori’s Bronze Sponsors, demonstrated a shared vision of World Cuisine restaurant, enhancing the sense of a brighter future for our youth. community and shared purpose. The successful fundraiser significantly conThe event also benefited greatly from the pres- tributed to Black Diamonds Academic Success’s ence and support of notable community leaders ongoing mission to provide educational support and advocates, including Assemblywoman Dana and equal opportunities for young men of color as Levenberg, Peekskill Councilman Ramon Fer- they pursue high school graduation and success nandez, and Peekskill Superintendent of Schools beyond. Dr. David Mauricio, along with some of his staff. About Black Diamonds Academic Success: The evening program featured several remark- Black Diamonds Academic Success is a nonable highlights, including: profit organization with a resolute mission to em• Expressive speeches from community lead- power young men of color, ensuring they graduate ers emphasizing the significance of the Black high school on time and are well-prepared for the Diamonds program and the Rotary Club of Peek- challenges and opportunities of life beyond high • Hudson Valley Credit Union, serving as the skill’s invaluable work in the community and its school. Our work is grounded in a commitment Platinum Sponsor, demonstrated a commitment to unwavering support of Black Diamonds Academ- to diversity, equity, and community engagement. empowering young men of color in our commu- ic Success. For more information about Black Diamonds nity. • A showcase of the organization’s achieve- Academic Success and how you can contribute to • The Peekskill NAACP, Jump for Joy Day- ments, its impact on the lives of young men of our mission, please visit BDASinc.org

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WBBA’s 50th ANNIVERSARY GALA

Black Women Campaigning for Local Judgeships in Greenburgh, Mount Vernon and Yonkers

SUNNY HOSTIN

Join members of the Westchester Black Bar Association (WBBA) at its 50th Annual Anniversary Gala, on Friday, October 27, 2023, at the Tarrytown House Estate, located at 49 Sunnyside Lane, Tarrytown, NY 10591. The cocktail reception, 6:00pm-7:00pm, will be followed by dinner, 7:00pm-10:00pm. Sunny Hostin, cost-host of ABC’s, “The View”, three-time Emmy® Award winner, and two-time New York Times bestselling author, will join the gala’s stage and share the spotlight with other legal luminaries. Mrs. Hostin is a highly respected attorney and investigative journalist. She previously served as a host and legal analyst at CNN, as well as a fill-in co-anchor for ABC News’ “World News Now” and “America This Morning.” The Westchester Black Bar Association originated as the Association of Black Lawyers of Westchester County. Founding members Bruce Bozeman, Esq, Daniel W. Boddie, Esq., Joseph Holligan Callendar, Esq., Hon. H. Hawthorne Harris, and Leroy Wilson, Esq. each sought to elevate the standards of integrity, honor and courtesy in the legal profession and foster the spirit of collegiality among members and throughout the bar. WBBA’s primary objective remains the furtherance of the public interest by contributing to and advancing the science of jurisprudence. Its members continue the mandate and mission of the organization by articulating an understanding and awareness of the experience of people of color in the legal profession, thereby advancing the public good by applying our legal knowledge and experience in a manner that ensures access to justice for all The WBBA continues to encourage high ethical and professional standards for the bench and

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HON. TAMIKA COVERDALE Mount Vernon City Court Judge

Candidate for Mount Vernon City Court

HON. DELORES BRATHWAITE Greenburgh Town Court Judge

Candidate for Re-Election Greenburgh Town Court

HON. KAREN BELTRAN Yonkers City Court Judge

Candidate for Yonkers City Court

Election Day – Tuesday, November 7, 2023 Black Women Campaigning for Mayor in Mount Vernon, New Rochelle and Peekskill

HON. YADIRA HERBERT

HON. VIVIAN McKENZIE

HON. SHAWYN P. HOWARD

Candidate for Mayor of New Rochelle

Candidate for Re-Election Mayor of Peekskill

Candidate for Re-Election Mayor of Mount Vernon

Member, New Rochelle City Council

Mayor, City of Peekskill

Mayor, City of Mount Vernon

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I can continue to serve at a higher level in our court system ensuring respect, fairness and an opportunity to be heard for all those who come before our courts.

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fore Supreme Court Judge Sotomayor. Significantly, was the Corporation Counsel and Acting Chief of Staff for the City of Mount Vernon managing a workforce of 5 attorneys, and law school interns and 4 support staff in the Law Department and assisted in the management of all Departments within the City of Mount Vernon which had a workforce comprised of approximately 600 full time employees and 100 part time employees.

MATTHIE, Cont’d. from page 3

family law disputes; including but not limited to Juvenile Delinquency and Family Offense matters, drafting decisions and orders after trial, on motions, and after objections to Support Magistrate determinations, as well as reviewing orders and correspondence and conducting pre-trial and settlement conferences with attorneys and, at times, pro se parties. I have also supervised all interns assigned to the Family Court Judges and to me in my role as ADR Coordinator which ranged in experience from high school to law school students. Additionally, I have been heavily involved in numerous community and legal organizations that directly impact our community. I am the immediate Past President of the Westchester Black Bar Association and former member of the Yonkers Chapter of the Westchester Black Women’s Political Caucus a member of the Black Democrats of Westchester, and the Westchester County Democratic Committee’s Law Committee & Judicial Screening Committee. I also served as a volunteer at the Court Help Center located in White Plains providing information to unrepresented individuals with issues pertaining matrimonial, surrogates, civil and family law. I am a hard worker, selfmotivated and organized, and will make a further positive contribution to the Westchester County Court as a Judge. It is my hope that I can count on your support, and if there are any questions, I encourage you to reach out to me and I will be happy to discuss them with you.

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Family Court and worked for Justice Walker in Supreme Court for nine years and then for Justice Fiore in Supreme Court Matrimonial part for five months, where again I helped resolve Family Law issues. I am now back in Family Court as a Support Magistrate, deciding support and paternity matters. As a woman of color, I will also bring diversity to the Family Court bench, which is largely utilized by people of color. This is an important issue that has been brought to the attention of the New York Court system and as a woman of color, I am reflective of the litigant population, which would strengthen the litigants’ trust and confidence in the court system. Becoming a Family Court Judge is the natural next progression for me in my career and would allow me to continue serving the public in an even greater capacity and provide me with the ability to make determinations regarding the best interest of children. I have the experience and the knowledge of Family Law and Family Court, and I am passionate about the area of law.

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bar, and has a strong record of advocacy for a diverse and independent judiciary. The WBBA also supports programs that motivate and inspire students to pursue the legal profession. Tickets for the 50th Annual Anniversary Gala may be purchased online: https://www.wbbany.org/gala2023. Sponsorship opportunities are available. Elevate your impact with a virtual journal ad and donation. For more information, email: firstvp@wbbany.org. Enjoy an evening that will transcend expectations!

Democracy is not a spectator sport. Make a plan to VOTE! Vote411. org is a non-partisan, bi-lingual, one-stop-shop for election related inCALENDAR, Cont’d. from page 15 formation. The website allows you to check your voter registration hensive, and affordable primary and preventative health care to Westches- status and register for the first time. You can also visit www.elections. ter’s most vulnerable residents. To purchase your tickets, log onto https://e. ny.gov to plan your vote for the upcoming election. Election Day is givesmart.com/events/yfz/ We hope to see you on December 6th as we Tuesday, November, 7, 2023. celebrate 50 years!

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County Executive George Latimer Fights Influenza and COVID-19 by Getting Both Vaccines Latimer and Health Commissioner Urge All Residents to Schedule Vaccine Appointments As Soon as Possible

(White Plains, NY) – County Executive George Latimer rolled up his sleeves for a flu shot and an updated COVID-19 vaccine at the Westchester County Department of Health clinic in White Plains. Urging residents to follow his lead, Latimer said: “Schedule your flu and COVID-19 shots today, for yourself and your children. The flu can be miserable, and this vaccine offers the best protection we have throughout flu season.” Flu and COVID-19 vaccines are available for a fee for people with insurance at many pharmacists and medical offices. To find a vaccine near you, go to https://www.vaccines.gov. Vaccines are also available for uninsured and underinsured adults and children through the Vaccines for Adults and Vaccines for Children programs at Health Department clinics by appointment. Call 914-995-5800 weekdays before 4:30 p.m. to discuss eligibility. To reach residents who have difficulty accessing flu shots, the Health Department is holding clinics at some soup kitchens and homeless shelters. Health Commissioner Sherlita Amler, MD, said: “I urge everyone six CALLING ALL MWBEs” months and older to get both these vaccines, and the sooner the better. Both flu and COVID-19 cases tick up as it gets colder and we spend more time indoors. Knowing this, I urge you to schedule flu shots for all your children and yourself as soon as possible. Vaccination protects you and it protects those around you who are more vulnerable to complications, such as infants too young to be vaccinated, seniors and people with chronic health conditions.” In the U.S., there are usually more flu cases between December and February, but flu can linger into May. One flu vaccine now provides protection County Executive George Latimer gets Influenza and COVID-19 vaccines. all season long and can prevent illness or reduce the severity of flu symptoms. The vaccine becomes fully effective after about two weeks. home for 24 hours after their fever subsides. Those who test positive for CODr. Amler said that anyone who does get a respiratory infection should VID should stay home for five days to avoid spreading germs and then wear consider COVID/influenza testing. To avoid spreading germs to others, the a mask in public for another five days; clean surfaces they touch frequently, CDC recommends residents wear a mask; cough or sneeze into their elbow; such as doorknobs, water faucets, refrigerator handles and telephones; and wash their hands frequently with soap and water. Those with flu should stay get plenty of rest.

CALLING ALL MWBEs Westchester County Executive George Latimer Encourages Businesses Owned by Women and Minorities to Register as Minority and Women-owned Business Enterprises (MWBEs). The latest MWBE Annual Expenditure and Utilization Report found that MWBE businesses are thriving in Westchester. The report also found that while the County has reached the MWBE utilization goals set by County Executive George Latimer, there is still potential for major economic growth to be tapped. Now, Latimer is on a mission to encourage businesses owned by women and minorities to embrace the MWBE initiative. Of the available $365M in eligible contracts during 2022 that were available to certified MWBEs in Westchester County, MWBEs utilized $95M or 26% of the $365M, which surpassed the 20% participation goal previously set by Latimer. This is a record-setting improvement over recent years where the utilization rate did not exceed 11.6% from 2019 to 2021. By registering their MWBEs, entrepreneurs will receive: • High visibility to county departments, contractors, and anyone interested in doing business with Minority and Women-Owned Businesses

• E-mail notifications of contract opportunities • Special invitations to workshops, seminars and training and other information to help your business succeed To register your Minority or Women-owned business in Westchester County, visit: https://westchestercatalyst.com/programs-incentives/ minority-and-women-owned-business-program.

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Community Calendar

CALENDAR SUBMISSION: Please use a brief paragraph to describe your event. The paragraph should include event name, date(s), time, location and contact information. Send calendar information via email to westchestercountypress@yahoo.com. Please type “CALENDAR EVENT” in the subject bar.

Wednesday, Oct. 25

Please join the City of Peekskill Youth Bureau for “Red Steps, Good Vibes” (Line Dancing for a vibrant lifestyle) on Wednesday, October 25, 2023. The event is from 6:00pm – 7:00pm at the Nutrition Center (1st Floor of Field Library) – 4 Nelson Avenue, in Peekskill, NY. Red Ribbon is a symbol of commitment to a drug free lifestyle and raising awareness about the dangers of substance abuse. Bring the family, have some fun and make a commitment to keep to keep raising awareness about the dangers of substance abuse. Come and get your Red Ribbon swag bags and enjoy some light refreshments.

Wednesday, Oct. 25

Mark your calendar! On October 25 at 12pm ET, we’re joining forces with She Should Run, YWCA, and RepresentWomen for Lifting as We Climb: How We Can Grow a Diverse Movement to Address Racism, a webinar that will help you articulate why addressing racism and racial justice for women is necessary to build a more equitable, inclusive society and understand how local policies and initiatives can have a meaningful impact. RSVP here: https:// bit.ly/461we3K

Thursday, October 26

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Sunday, October 29

Children’s book author Olugbemisola Rhuday-Perkovich will discuss the pursuit of writing for all ages – “Our Stories Are Precious” at the Greenburgh Public Library at 2:00 p.m. in the Children’s Program Room. The event is hosted in partnership with the White Plains/Greenburgh NAACP and Westchester Region ACT-SO Coalition. Registration is required; call (914) 721-8227. The Greenburgh Public Library is located at 300 Tarrytown, Road, Elmsford, NY.

Sunday, October 29

Please join the White Plains/Greenburgh NAACP and Westchester Region ACTSO along with the Greenburgh Library on a Reading and Learning event for children of all ages. “Our Stories are Precious” Q&A with children’s book author Olugbemisola Rhuday-Perkovich, Greenburgh resident and Woodlands High School graduate on October 29, 2023 at the Greenburgh Library, 300 Tarrytown Road, Elmsford NY 10523 at 2pm. Light refreshments will be served.

Sunday, October 29

Trinity United Methodist Church, 130 South Lexington Avenue, White Plains, New York 10606. Rev. Dr. C. Denise Pickett, Pastor. Women’s Day, Women Be Strong and Take Heart, All you who hope in the Lord. Join Us on Sunday, October 29, 2023, at 11:00 am to Worship and Celebrate! Guest Speaker, Rev. Elizabeth C. Abel Long Island West District Superintendent New York Annual Conference. THE LORD IS MY STRENGTH AND MY SHIELD; MY HEART TRUSTS IN HIM AND HE HELPS ME. MY HEART LEAPS FOR JOY, AND WITH MY SONG I PRAISE. PSALM 28:7

Thursday, Nov. 2

Enjoy an “Evening of Elegance” in your formal attire with the Mount Vernon NAACP on Thursday, November 2, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. at the Greentree Country Club, 538 Davenport Avenue, New Rochelle, NY. An evening of dancing, laughter, and fun

on Sunday, November 12, 2023, @ 3:00 p.m., at the Paramount Theater, 1108 Brown Street, Peekskill, NY, as they join in the celebration of 50 years of Hip-Hop: Musical Expressions and Culture. The fun-filled evening will include entertainment by Acute Inflections, the Faithlock Singers featuring Jeremiah, Bria the Artist, Noodle Noo, and the Legendary Kool Moe Dee. Community activists will be honored for their service. Tickets Sunday, November 5 are available through Eventbrite. Join the New Rochelle NAACP at Priscilla Augustin is President of the 55th Freedom Fund Dinner as the Peekskill NAACP Branch. they celebrate the Branch’s 100th Anniversary. The event will be held Friday, November 10 5:00-10:00 p.m. at the Greentree Come out with your appetite on!. Country Club, 538 Davenport Av- The White Plains/Greenburgh enue, New Rochelle, NY. The eve- NAACP Branch will be sponsoring ning will include recognition of in- a “Fish Fry” on Friday, November dividuals who have made significant 10, 2023, at Christ Temple, Oak contributions to the New Rochelle Street, in Greenburgh, NY. Sandcommunity. For tickets or addi- wiches and dinners will be sold for tional information, contact the New your eating pleasure. Janice GrifRochelle NAACP at (914) 576-4997 fin is President of the White Plains/ Greenburgh NAACP Branch. or NewroNAACP@aol.com. are awaiting all who attend. Honorees to be celebrated include Mount Vernon Mayor Shawyn PattersonHoward, Tajian Nelson, Democratic Commissioner of the Westchester County Board of Elections, and Dr. K. Veronica Smith, Acting Superintendent of the Mount Vernon School District. For tickets or sponsorship information, visit http://naacpmvgala11-2ticketleap.com/greentree. Kathie Brewington is President of the Mount Vernon NAACP Branch.

Wednesday, Nov. 8

1619 Project Revisited – Episode 2: Race will be held at the Greenburgh Public Library at 6:00 p.m. The 1619 Project, a book written by Nikole Hannah-Jones, explores the role of slavery in the United States and its legacy. A monthly viewing of six episodes will be held followed by a discussion. Facilitators for Episode 2 will be Sonica Dixon and Jordan Margolis. Doors open at 5:45 p.m. for refreshments. Registration is required; call (914) 7218227. The event is co-sponsored by Bet Am Shalom Synagogue, Greenburgh Human Rights Advisory Committee, Greenburgh Public Library, White Plains/Greenburgh NAACP, and Woodlands Community Temple. Episode 3: Music will be held December 13, at 6:00 p.m. The library is located at 300 Tarrytown Road, Elmsford, NY. Stay tuned for updates on the series!

Saturday, Nov. 11

10th Pastoral Anniversary Celebration honoring Rev. Gary L. Colter, Senior Pastor of Mount Lebanon Baptist Church in Peekskill, and First Lady Diane Colter. The Black Tie affair will be held at the Royal Regency Hotel, 165 Tuckahoe Road, Yonkers, NY, 3:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. Tickets for adults $125.00; Children ages 6-12 $40.00. Reserve your spot today for this joyous occasion.

Wednesday, Dec. 6

Mark your calendars and save the date for the Westchester Community Health Center’s (formerly Mount Vernon Neighborhood Health Center) 50th Anniversary Gala on Wednesday, December 6, 2023, from 6:30 pm - 11:30 pm at the Glen Island Harbour Club in New Rochelle, NY. Join us for a memorable and inspirational evening that will include an awards presentation, Sunday, November 12 fabulous food, and a silent auction Celebrate at the Peekskill Branch as we commemorate our 50th year Freedom Fund Awards Ceremony of offering high-quality, compre-

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