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THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 30, 2023

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(L-R Leg. Erika Pierce, Board V. C. Nancy Barr, Majority Whip Tyrae Woodson-Samuels, C.E. George Latimer, Leg. Catherine Parker, Board Chair Vedat Gashi, Leg.-Elect Judah Holstein, Leg. Damon Maher)

County Board of Legislators Attends Thanksgiving Diversity Breakfast Joins with Elected Officials and Community Leaders in Solidarity Against Hate

Tasha D. Young writes about CD 16 & 17 See OP-ED on page 5

WHITE PLAINS, NY — Last Thursday morning, members of the Board of Legislators attended the annual Thanksgiving Diversity Breakfast, co-sponsored by event founder, American Jewish Committee (AJC) Westchester/Fairfield, Westchester Jewish Council (WJC), the Ecumenical and Interreligious Commission of the Episcopal Diocese of New York, the Holocaust, Genocide, and

Interfaith Education Center at Manhattan College, OCA-Asian Pacific American Advocates Westchester and Hudson Valley, and Iona University. In addition to the Legislators depicted above, Legislator Jewel Williams Johnson (D - Elmsford, Greenburgh, Sleepy Hollow, Tarrytown, White Plains) and Legislator

Terry Clements (D - New Rochelle, Pelham, Pelham Manor) were in attendance. Iona University hosted the event at its Hynes Athletic Center, where over 400 guests – the largest turn out in the breakfast’s 22-year history – came together in solidarity under the theme “Hate Will NOT Divide Us:

DIVERSITY BREAKFAST, Cont’d. on page 2

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It’s Actually Cool to Wear Sports Goggles!

How to Take Open Door Family Medical Center Doctors Say Goggles are Advantage of Critical to a Child’s Safety Green Incentives OSSINING, NY – Nov. 21, 2023 -- The “cool” fac- the same goggles can last for years. From a safety per-

tor, for some, may still be missing. Yet, with a range of far more fashionable models and colors now available, these are no longer your father’s nerdy-looking sports goggles. And, like bike helmets or knee pads, they can be critical to a child’s safety. With children back at school, and many actively participating in sports, Dr. Diane Suarez, an optometrist at Open Door Family Medical Center in Ossining, strongly encourages her young patients to wear sports goggles when playing sports ranging from soccer to basketball, baseball to racquet sports. The speed and size of the balls, she said, can cause a great deal of damage to the eye, as can getting hit with elbows or poked by fingers during close combat. “Ninety percent of eye injuries are preventable with proper eyewear,” said Dr. Suarez. “As kids are returning to school and sports activities, eye injuries like retinal detachments and corneal abrasions will increase. The way to prevent this is to wear proper eyewear.” Sports goggles, she said, should be used to replace prescription eyewear when playing sports. “Regular frames are not designed to take any kind of impact, leaving the eye vulnerable. When they break, they can also cut the skin on the nose and cause lacerations to the eyelids. With sports goggles, the lenses are made of polycarbonate, which is a much more impact-resistant material than regular plastic lenses. When hit by a ball they won’t shatter into pieces that can penetrate the eye. That’s very important when playing sports.” Sports goggles can also be worn over contact lenses and with no prescription in the lenses for those whose vision does not require an Rx. Sports goggles come with an adjustable strap that keeps them secure and can include transition lenses that are clear inside and darken outside in the sunlight. Prescriptions can be changed within the sports goggles, so

spective, they enclose the eyes, which blocks out wind, dust, dirt, and debris. This can be important for youngsters who dirt bike or snowboard. Working at Home: Dr. Suarez said that during the pandemic, during a time when many patients held off seeing their eye doctor for routine vision appointments, emergency eye visits increased. “People had more free time and many were doing projects around the house,” she said. “We saw many people with small foreign bodies in their eye, which they may have gotten doing construction, yard work, or mechanics. “Polycarbonate protective goggles should be worn whether you’re doing construction work, cutting the lawn and especially weed whacking. A rock or pebble or piece of metal can get loose and perforate a person’s eye very easily. Protective goggles are readily available at any hardware store. As a parent, wearing goggles when working in your own house or professionally also sends a good message to your kids.” The importance of sports goggles struck close to home for Dr. Suarez several years ago when her son, then about nine and shortly after getting glasses for his vision, was playing soccer. When I first suggested sports goggles, he said ‘Oh, mom, I’m not going to wear them. They’re ugly.’” That was before he was hit with the soccer ball, breaking his frames and causing superficial lacerations to his nose and eyelid. Although all children’s glasses are made with polycarbonate lenses, the frame itself is not strong enough to withstand a direct hit from a ball. Sports googles are needed. “That was me not being forceful enough. Right after this, he said, ‘Mom, let’s go buy sports goggles.’ They were the right material, with a transitional lens, designed specifically for sports. His teammates noticed and soon they were wearing sports goggles, too.”

Friday, December 10th 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM Croton Library 171 Cleveland Drive

Croton100, Sustainable Westchester, Green Ossining and other climate solutions partners are hosting a free workshop for individuals and businesses to learn about financial incentives for adoption of clean energy solutions offered by Federal agencies, New York State, and public utility programs. Free babysitting with sustainability focused activities will be provided for children over 3 years old.

Indian Point Decommissioning Oversight Board Meeting

Wednesday, December 6th, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM, at Cortlandt Town Hall, 1 Heady Street in Cortlandt, NY 10567. Public statements are invited concerning the scope and goals of the Task Force and the scope and goals of the Oversight Board. Statements may be provided by participants in person or virtually during the 30-minute public statement portion of the meeting. Priority will be given to those who pre-register to deliver a statement.

CBOL Attends Thanksgiving Diversity Breakfast

Celebrating Our Diverse Roots and Shared Values Since September 11, 2001.” The program was kicked off by the Iona University Pipers, and featured invocations and prayers for unity from spiritual leaders across the County, inspirational songs performed by the Iona University Singers, a video message from Governor of New York State Kathy Hochul, and addresses from New York State Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins and Westchester County Executive George Latimer. Westchester Board of Legislators’ Chair Vedat Gashi participated in the Unity Call and Response Prayer. In addition, there was a call to action from AJC, fol-

lowed by table discussions before the concluding remarks and benediction. Board Chair Vedat Gashi (D - New Castle, Somers, Yorktown) said, “While it’s important every year to come together at this event -- to acknowledge and celebrate our differences as well as our commonalities -- it is both necessary and cathartic to do so this year.” Vice Chair Nancy Barr (D - Harrison, Port Chester, Rye Brook) said, “The dramatic increase in anti-Semitic sentiment, incidents and crimes since the Hamas massacre of Israeli citizens on October 7th makes it more important than ever for communities of faith and people of diverse back-

grounds to unite against hate in all its forms. The unprecedented turn out at this year’s Diversity Breakfast is a testament to the strength of Westchester’s diverse community and the shared value of celebrating this diversity. I am thankful that I was able to participate, along with so many other community members, to unequivocally stand up against hate.” Majority Whip Tyrae Woodson-Samuels (D – Mount Vernon) said, “As we prepare to give thanks this Thursday, it is meaningful to take time beforehand to give thanks to each other by sharing empathy and understanding our diverse experiences.”

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Attorney General James Releases Statement on Successful Defense of New York Gun Law

State Court of Appeals Rejected Challenges to Gun Possession Charges in Aftermath of SCOTUS Bruen Decision NEW YORK – New York Attorney General Letitia James released the following statement after her office successfully argued against Second Amendment challenges in six cases in the New York State Court of Appeals involving gun possession charges. The six cases involved individuals who tried to overturn charges of illegal possession of a weapon in light of the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision in New York State Rifle & Pistol Association, Inc. v. Bruen. The New York State Court of Appeals declined to hear those Second Amendment challenges. “Gun safety laws protect New Yorkers and are commonsense tools in the fight against gun violence. Individuals who illegally possess a weapon are a threat to our communities and should be held accountable for the harm they pose. My office will always stand up to protect New Yorkers and defend the gun safety laws designed to keep firearms out of the hands of dangerous individuals.” The Court of Appeals issued decisions in six gun-related cases: David v. New York, Garcia v. New York, Cabrera v. New York, Rivera v. New York, Pastrana v. New York, and Telfair v. New York. In all six cases the court did not accept the plaintiff’s Second Amendment challenges, ruling in Attorney General James’ favor that those claims were not made in the lower courts and therefore could not be argued in the appellate court.

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Winter Greenery: Foraging and Crafting Workshop

Learn how to forage and gather materials to assemble winter greens into wreaths, garlands, and swags right from your own backyard! Participants will walk away with their own décor to use at home that they made at the farm. Materials included in fee. Saturday, December 2nd, 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM, Location: Muscoot Farm

RANWP - Vigil for the Healing of Humanity

Please join us for a Vigil for the Healing of Humanity on Sunday, December 10th at 2:00 p.m. at Reis Park, 82 Primrose Street in Somers. Refreshments following in the Somers Library. Please help spread the word by sharing this call to gather as a caring community. Everyone is welcome. In amity, Race Amity of Northern Westchester & Putnam

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TO BE EQUAL By Marc H. Morial President & CEO National Urban League MARC H. MORIAL

Federal Appeals Court Decision On Voting Rights Act “Intellectually Bankrupt”

1986-2009

M. Paul Tells All

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

Thanksgiving Beyond Black Friday

By Dr. John E. Warren, Publisher San Diego Voice & Viewpoint Newspaper

“Why does it matter if the Voting Rights Act is enforceable by private plaintiffs? If the panel’s conclusion is upheld by the Supreme Court, then Section 2 effectively becomes a light switch. A Republican president—say, Donald Trump—could simply instruct the Justice Department to stop bringing Section 2 lawsuits at all. With no private alternative, that would deal an immense and perhaps irrecoverable blow to voting-rights enforcement in this country.” – Matt Ford Minutes after the Supreme Court struck down Section 5 of the Voting Rights Act in 2013, with the majority insisting states didn’t need to be prevented from passing discriminatory

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voting laws, then-Texas Attorney General Greg Abbott called for reinstatement of a discriminatory voting law. Hours after a federal appeals court on Monday opened the door for states, counties, and municipalities to deny Americans the right to vote on account of race or color, North Dakota moved to weaken voting rights for Native American tribes. If the decision U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit is allowed to stand, no one but the federal government can stop North Dakota, or any party, from violating Americans’ voting rights on account of race or color. The individual whose rights are being violated may not seek justice under the law. Entire communities whose rights are being violated may not seek justice under the law. Civil rights and social justice groups may not seek justice under the law. A legal right that almost no one is permitted to claim is no right at all. And that is exactly the point. It’s hard to overstate how intellectually bankrupt the decision is. Most challenges seeking to enforce Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act are brought by private plaintiffs, not the federal government. For nearly

TO BE EQUAL, Cont’d. on page 5

DR. JOHN E. WARREN

First, we give thanks to God for those of us who remember the true spirit of this holiday we call Thanksgiving. While so many of us trace its origins back to 1621 when a few surviving Pilgrims shared a meal with the Native Americans who had helped them survive their first winter in this land, on October 3, 1863, President Abraham Lincoln issued a proclamation of Thanksgiving designating the last Thursday in November, with some exceptions, as a day of Thanksgiving. Fortunately the majority of Americans not only celebrate the occasion, but also find it in their hearts to share

meals and service to others. For this we are truly thankful. However, the occasion has been commercialized, like all other holidays. And while many are giving to and feeding those among us who are less fortunate, let us also remember the empty chairs at so many family tables as the result of the death of loved ones. Let us offer prayers for those grieving such losses and let each of us count our blessings beyond the tables of food set before us. There are so many other places we could have been born. There are global conflicts, famine, and hardships that we have been spared. For this and many other reasons we are blessed. But let’s not be so thankful that Black Friday becomes more important than the good we have discussed above. The issue is not how much money we will spend on things that we really don’t need, but how wisely we handle our funds. Black Friday is not named after “us”. The word “Black” refers to the profits expected or actually made on that day after Thanksgiving. Being Thankful for our blessings does not mean we have to spend the blessing foolishly. Happy Thanksgiving.

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OP-ED: Navigating the Shift: A Personal Reflection on New York’s Congressional Districts 16 and 17 By Tasha D. Young

As a devoted advocate for humanity, I find myself compelled to share a tale that unfolds like a dramatic narrative—a foreshadowing of the transformation of Congressional District 16 from blue to red, echoing the fate of Congressional District 17. I stand as a witness, having experienced this political metamorphosis firsthand. In the intricate dance of politics, let’s step through the few stages that marked this transition.

STEP ONE: Race, Equity, Division. The incumbent of CD 16, Congressman Jamaal Bowman, is a trailblazer as the first-ever Black representative, succeeding Eliot Engel, a predecessor who held the seat for an astonishing three decades. As an avid supporter of Congressman Engel, my satisfaction with the status quo was palpable, my political engagement limited to mere surface-level appreciation and relationships with other supporters. Rep. Bowman, at the time of his being a candidate, was unknown to me. It wasn’t that I had reservations about my then congressman; it was simply that the nuances of foreign affairs and the intricate relationship between a representative and their constituency were foreign concepts in my household and community. We paid more attention to domestic affairs, as many in CD16 do. The practices of engaging and interfacing with the workings of Congress remained a mystery, overshadowed by more familiar aspects of community life and local government. Since I have known Representative Bowman, I feel like I have access to Washington because he makes sure his constituents do. In 2020, the political landscape underwent a seismic shift as Jamal Bowman unseated the long-standing representative in CD 16. This change, however, was not isolated. I also found myself supporting a friend, Mondaire Jones during this period, another brilliant challenger, a Black and openly gay man emerged out of a field of 10 candidates to also become the first ever Black person to represent Congressional District 17. This representative was a friend and I supported him above women and believed in his leadership and I still do. Go Mondaire, go. These history makers both saw their constituents

TO BE EQUAL, Cont’d. from page 4 six decades, the nation’s courts have recognized the right of private plaintiffs to sue under Section 2. Private plaintiffs have triumphed over discriminatory laws under liberal presidents, conservative presidents, presidents who have defended and advanced voting rights, and presidents who have sought to restrict voting rights. The Biden Administration’s positive record of defending voting rights should not delude anyone into believing that the Fifteenth Amendment would be in safe hands under President Biden’s potential successors. Indeed, suppression of Black votes was a key tactic in Donald Trump’s 2020 reelection strategy, and it’s unlikely that defending the Voting Rights Act would be a priority should

through Donald J. Trump, COVID19, George Floyd and Black Lives Matter, an Insurrection in their first 6 days in office, unprecedented funding votes and subsequent fund allocation in the district and the devastating impact of having congressional lines redrawn and having to defend their seats with a new constituent base. They have both legislated in a manner that brings more of their constituents into the decision making process and they have delivered! The crux of this narrative lies in not only the awakening—a realization that my support for a candidate was shaped by personal interactions and local perceptions rather than a comprehensive understanding of their political stances. But when people are represented by someone who broadens the coalition and serves with a humanity-first agenda, more people get to participate. The issue of race and equity is important here. We need representatives in Congress to expand equity, inclusion and innovation. For those that do not know the story of CD 17, it is a horrid display of power and privilege at the hands of the former leader in the National Democratic Party who happened to be white that had devastating effects on the community in 17. We lost a member of the Congressional Black Caucus and we lost our beloved Mondaire, then that former leader lost the seat to a Republican. What a huge disappointment. Recent history can repeat itself and we can lose our Black representatives and lose domestically, as Democrats, if we go the way of the past. We must move past minority rule. We must move past white dominance. The challenge lay in bridging the gap between constituent and representative, a divide accentuated by unfamiliarity with the broader aspects of governance, Rep. Bowman is doing this with groups, primarily groups led by people of color and religious minorities and that is needed. This is a good thing. He is forwarding racial equity and not racial division. We need this. As we reflect on the evolution of these congressional districts, it becomes evident that civic education at the grassroots level is paramount. Empowering individuals to comprehend the dynamics of government and fostering a culture of active participation are essential steps infortifying our democracy.

he achieve a second term. “Radical theories that would previously have been laughed out of court have been taken increasingly seriously by an increasingly radical judiciary,” the Brennan Center’s Democracy Program Director Wendy Weiser told the New York Times. The judges of the Eight Circuit Court of Appeals are fully aware of this. They have knowingly, deliberately, and maliciously reduced a constitutionally guaranteed right to the level of a mere whim. While the lines may have grown more and more blurred since Donald Trump stunned the nation by declaring white supremacists, “very fine people,” a majority of Americans recoil from

TASHA D. YOUNG

The journey from blue to red is not merely a shift in political hues; it is a testament to the devolving or of awareness and engagement of a community. The current representative, Mike Lawler, has closed door community conversations and this does not ensure a thriving democracy, we must cultivate a society where every citizen is equipped with the knowledge and tools to actively participate in shaping the future of their congressional districts. If we continue to be divided as Democrats we will get what we deserve. Division, no equity and it will be most apparent across racial lines. Tasha Young teaches policy and social action at New York University’s School of Social Work, and is founder of The Good Policy Institute. She resides in Tarrytown, NY. EDITOR’S NOTE: This series continues next week.

overt racial discrimination. Even the Eight Circuit judges likely would hesitate to overturn the Voting Rights Act outright. Yet they effectively have done so, in ruling that almost no one has the right to seek justice under its authority. Monday’s decision almost certainly will be appealed to the U.S. Supreme Court. Ruling on a case brought by private plaintiffs under Section 2 of the Voting Rights. At the Court’s conservative majority in June struck down Alabama’s raciallygerrymandered congressional districts. We look forward to the Court holding itself to the standard it set for in that case when it rules on this one.

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Federal Appeals Court Deals Major Blow to Voting Rights By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent @StacyBrownMedia

NNPA NEWSWIRE — This decision focuses on Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act and is expected to be challenged and appealed to the Supreme Court. Experts said Section 2 is critical in preventing discriminatory voting practices based on race. The 8th Circuit’s decision says that Section 2 does not have a “private right of action.” This means that private groups cannot effectively challenge actions that might violate the voting rights of minorities. The practical implication of this decision is a significant constriction of the safeguards embedded in the Voting Rights Act. (Photo: iStockphoto / NNPA)

A federal appeals court issued a ruling on Monday that could have serious consequences for the Voting Rights Act. The ruling suggests that the enforcement measures of the Act, which have historically supported minority representation in American politics, may be reduced. The 8th Circuit’s decision states that only the federal government has the right to sue under an important part of this civil rights law. It excludes private citizens and civil rights groups from this authority. This decision focuses on Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act and is expected to be challenged

and appealed to the Supreme Court. Experts said Section 2 is critical in preventing discriminatory voting practices based on race. The 8th Circuit’s decision says that Section 2 does not have a “private right of action.” This means that private groups cannot effectively challenge actions that might violate the voting rights of minorities. If this decision remains valid, it may lead to a significant reduction in the protections provided by the Voting Rights Act. Private parties, civil rights groups, voters, and political entities have used Section 2 over the years to challenge issues

like redistricting and voter ID requirements. The practical implication of this decision is a significant constriction of the safeguards embedded in the Voting Rights Act. Private entities have played a significant role in holding states accountable for discriminatory practices. Section 2 has been particularly effective for them in this regard. The US Supreme Court recently emphasized the significance of Section 2 in an important case about redistricting in Alabama. This required the state to change its congressional map in order to give Black voters more political power.

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Workshop on Saturday, December 4, 1:00pm-4:00pm, at the Hastings-on-Hudson Public Library, 7 Maple Avenue, HastingsOn-Hudson, NY 10706. A representative from the NYS Comptroller’s Office will be available to assist with filing claims. For more information or to RSVP (encouraged, but not required), contact Kenny Herzog, (914) 995-2095 or kehr@westchestercountyny.gov.

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YONKERS, NY -- Nov. 24, 2023 -- More than 60 years since Malcolm X’s speech declaring that, “The most disrespected person in America is the Black woman. The most unprotected person in America is the Black woman. The most neglected person in America is the Black woman.” No truer words have been spoken yet there’s been no real response…FROM ANYONE… EVER! The culture is compromised and we, Black women, are being impacted in a major way. It has been acceptable for men-or those who identify as such-to blatantly disrespect and disregard Black women without consequences. We can look at national crises, the former U.S. President, the Supreme Court nomination process and so many other accounts. But this is Westchester, this is Yonkers…I’m talking about right here at home.

The Continued Disrespect of Black Women Is a Health Crisis By Kisha Skipper

even recall this incident, but the elderly Black woman and I certainly do as we’ve discussed it several times in the years since. And I will certainly NEVER forget when a sitting Council Member called the police to falsely accused me of damaging City properIN GOVERNMENT ty WITHOUT consequence or even apology! I certainly still have the My employment as an aide to report and the information is public the Yonkers City Council began on record. As a matter of fact, the late a Friday and was to commemorate “Sully” amended that report to rethe Pan African Flag Raising. As I flect the truth and I will forever be exited City Hall, I witnessed the el- grateful to him for doing what was derly Black female chairperson of right! the event and a white male employee of the administration in discussion. IN EDUCATION However, the manner in which she was being spoken to had me imMore recently, both of my chilmediately report the incident. No dren have had a challenging start to matter the circumstances, the way this school year. I have made nuthis adult, white male spoke to this merous attempts to reach the interim small, elderly Black woman was un- superintendent and sent countless acceptable! correspondences, without a single At another event just a year or response. Not even a confirmed reso later, two Ward Leaders of the ceipt. I was advised by his office on Yonkers Democratic City Commit- October 17, that he was unable to tee were in a passionate discussion speak with me because he was preabout party politics. The conversa- paring for a presentation before the tion soon shifted and the tone the Yonkers City Council later that eveman was communicating in, despite ning. From that day to this, I have what may have been a very valid not received even a phone call or point, forced me to address the man- email response. ner in which he was speaking to an I reached out to two of the YPS elderly, Black woman in my pres- Trustees. One of whom returned ence. I said “You can’t speak to calls and emails with only “he said her this way…not in front of me” he is responding,” but would not and then continued “Don’t speak to confirm how or to what extent. her that way.” He was immediately While photo opportunities are a apologetic and expressed that the in- priority and not a parent with two tent was not to be harmful, but nev- children in the district in crises situertheless, needed to be put on notice ations. There’s no sense of urgency for his uncivil behavior. He may not because there is no consequence for

the blatant disregard and disrespect of Black Women. Relatedly, some of the challenges with the school have empowered podcaster Freddy Vazquez to mention my name and that of my minor child on his show. He incorrectly alleged that I am encouraging my son to speak disparagingly about him. And that this falsehood led to an altercation between our 7 and 8 yearold sons. I was in hospital, inundated with calls and emails that two little boys-who are friends-are not being nice on the bus. No one in the social media comments addressed the fact that this man is essentially attacking a Black woman and her child online while she’s hospitalized without defense. I simply asked the school to separate the children. Unfortunately, there was a failure and the two children were involved in another incident. While the child’s mother and I civilly discussed the incident to find a solution, her podcaster husband was not as respectful. I received a voicemail from her husband that I was not expecting. In the voicemail, he has no problem “coming over there.” And therein lies the problem. I expect a parent to advocate for their children, but his threats crossed a line! If he wasn’t aware that “coming over there” (to my home) means that he is meeting a disabled Black woman and her minor children…is the response the same? Ultimately, I reported his threat to the police. Their response was, “block him” and we’ll tell him not to contact you again.

IN PUBLIC SAFETY One final example, for months a gentleman has been illegally operating an auto mechanic operation in front of my residence. This business often blocks the parking area. I’ve reported him to the authorities and often provide images and videos of the offenses that negatively impact my family. There are fumes and chemicals from car parts and other contaminants clouding my living space. As someone with lung diseases and disorders, this is intolerable. Recently, three cars blocked the exit from my designated parking space due to this illegal business. When I took out my mobile device to record this violation, the individual confronted me and my children. I immediately responded in fight or flight mode. I didn’t realize there was another adult male with him who also began approaching my vehicle. This forced my teenage son to exit my vehicle and advise them not to come any closer. I realized that this incident could have caused harm to my family. So, I told my son to get back in the vehicle where we awaited the police. The man challenged me with phrases like, “you don’t want this problem“, “you don’t know who I know“, “I know all these guys,” in suspected reference to the YPD. The residential security arrived and forced him to move the vehicles. Later, the police arrived and true to what he said, they do know him. No laws were broken, no one was harmed. Later that night, someone else associated with this man came to my home in an attempt to intimidate me. The security and police were again called. But again, no laws were broken. No one was harmed. Just the disrespect of a Black Woman. The very next evening, he was back! Playing music from one of the vehicles. I didn’t even bother to call. No one was harmed. Just the disrespect of a Black woman. IN HEALTH CARE We see the inequities Black women face in healthcare. In reproductive health, maternal health, and the obvi-

HEALTH CRISIS, Cont’d. on page 11

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Students from My Brother’s Keeper Program Visit Temple University and the University of Pennsylvania

High School students from White Plains High School and New Rochelle Clubmen Higher Aims Program recently traveled to Philadelphia to visit both Temple University and the University of Pennsylvania. This was an enriching experience to say the least. Students were able to engage in thoughtful and meaningful conversations with college students, tour campus grounds and ask relevant questions pertain-

ing to the college process. Our educational experience culminated on Saturday afternoon with a wonderful walking tour of Philadelphia led by The Black Journey touring company. Students were able to learn about the history of Philadelphia with a focus on the history of African Americans and their contributions to the city of Philadelphia and the forming of the United States as a global super-

power. They were able to hear stories, see monuments and learn of the influences that countless Philadelphians made in the areas of art, music, food, clothing, the Civil War, wealth accumulation and the founding of the country with ingenuity while enduring some of the worst possible circumstances. Both programs are part of their school’s My Brother’s Keeper Program.

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Sister To Sister International Initiatives: STEAM Library Computers and STEAM Camp Arts

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SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF WESTCHESTER In the Matter of the Petition of THE BOARD OF MANAGERS OF THE DIOCESAN MISSIONARY AND CHURCH EXTENSION SOCIETY OF THE PROTESTANT EPISCOPAL CHURCH IN THE DIOCESE OF NEW YORK, petitioner, a NEW YORK STATE CORPORATION, to declare THE RECTOR, CHURCHWARDENS AND VESTRYMEN ST. PETER’S CHURCH IN THE VILLAGE OF PORT CHESTER IN THE COUNTY OF WESTCHESTER (aka St. Peter’s Episcopal Church), an extinct church, to transfer title to all its real property to the Episcopal Diocese of New York pursuant to §16 of the Religious Corporations Law, and to approve the dissolution of St. Peter’s Episcopal Church and direct a sale and conveyance of any and all property belonging to the Church pursuant to Religious Corporations Law §18. PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Board of Managers of the Diocesan Missionary and Church Extension Society of the Protestant Episcopal Church in the Diocese of New York, will, on or after the 4th day of December, 2023, apply to the Supreme Court of the State of New York, IAS Part, thereof, to be held in and for the County of Westchester, at the Courthouse at 111 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, White Plains, NY 10601, at 9:30 am, for an order decreeing THE RECTOR, CHURCHWARDENS AND VESTRYMEN ST. PETER’S CHURCH IN THE VILLAGE OF PORT CHESTER IN THE COUNTY OF WESTCHESTER an extinct church, transferring title to all its real property, ordering the dissolution of St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, and for that purpose ordering and directing the transfer of any remaining assets of St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, to The Board of Managers of the Diocesan Missionary and Church Extension Society of the Protestant Episcopal Church in the Diocese of New York, located at 1047 Amsterdam Avenue, New York NY, in accordance with NY Religious Corporation Law §§16 and 18, Goldstein Hall, PLLC Attorneys for Petitioner, 80 Broad Street, Suite 303, New York NY 10004. Objections may be filed prior to the return date of the petition.

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ous impact on our mental and emotional health. When did this become acceptable? Now, I am certain that if any of the men described here expected to be met with a prominent male energy, they would not be so bold! If the lady in the first example had a male with her, would the conversation be more respectful? Would a senior party leader be subjected to such disrespect if these men knew that other men would defend? Would my appeals to the superintendent receive a response if anyone said not even returning a call or email is unacceptable. Or would the two men who attempted to intimidate me behave in such a way if they knew it would result in undesirable consequences. What is it about the strength and power of Black women that men don’t seem to use respect, care, or compassion when engaging us? Is it antipathy for the angry, Black woman stereotype that incites this response even when it is not warranted or justified? WHICH IS NEVER! STOP THE DISRESPECT OF BLACK WOMEN! That’s the CALL! That’s the ACTION! STOP!

Senior Hall of Fame 2023

The Westchester County Department of Senior Programs and Services, Westchester County Parks, Recreation and Conservation, and the Westchester Public/ Private Partnership for Aging Services is proud to announce the 41st Annual Senior Hall of Fame on Friday, December 1, 2023, 11:30am, at the Westchester Marriott, in Tarrytown, NY. Join one of the Department of Senior Programs and Services’ most empowering events. Sponsorship opportunities are available. Consider partnering to celebrate the incredible nominees. For questions about sponsorship or journal ads, call Events To Remember, (914) 218-3968. Thank you for helping raise awareness and celebrate the many ways Westchester’s older adults are working and volunteering to meet the needs of our community. View highlights of the 2022 event online: westchesterpartnership.org/ hall-of-fame-2022.

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Why changing dates of town/county election years is bad for democracy -and why the governor should veto the legislation Within the next few weeks Governor Hochul will have to decide whether to sign or veto legislation that would change the years when the County Executive, town officials run for office. I urge her to veto the legislation. Currently these elections are held in off yearsnot when the President or Governor runs for office. The legislation the Governor will be considering signing would change the election for county officials and town officials to the years when the President and Governor are on the ballot. The law does not apply to city or village elections, and for races for county clerk, sheriff, district attorneys, local

judges. Although more people will vote in town and county elections if the elections for these offices are held the same time as Presidential/Governor elections, there are big negatives to the law. Local elections will be nationalized. Many of the voters who cast their ballots when there are national elections vote the straight party line. They are not paying attention to local issues. There will be much less media attention given to local races. That means that local officials who are unresponsive to the community will stand a better chance of getting re-elected. If there is a

Grand Holiday Illumination

Opening Night for the Grand Holiday Illumination is set for 5:30pm on Friday, December 8, 2023, at Untermyer Gardens, 945 North Broadway, Yonkers, NY 10701 Admission is FREE December 9, 2023 thru January 1, 2024, 4:30pm to 8:00pm. Visitors will say “wow” as they stroll through the walled garden, a view 300,000 spectacular lights. Enjoy multicultural seasonal music and FREE hot chocolate! Presented by the Untermyer Gardens Conservancy.

heated race for President, Governor, US Senator, US Congressional representative, State Senator, State Assemblyman, County Executive, County Legislator and town officials the same year how many people will focus on the local races? In an off year election the media has the air time or print space to cover local issues. During a national election year I think there will be very limited media attention given to the local town races. It will be very hard for candidates who are critical of policies of their opponents to get people to focus attention. I believe that the legislation, if signed, will reduce the influence of neighborhood associations. If local officials disregard public opinion on land use matters (as an example)- it will be much harder to organize successful campaigns to defeat incumbents who were endorsed by the party. It will also make it almost impossible for independent candidates to win election against party supported candidates--resulting in even fewer contested elections. Finally, why did our State Legisla-

HON. PAUL FEINER Greenburgh Town Supervisor tors decide to change the election years for only town & county offices but not for village, city, fire district or school votes? I urge the Governor to veto the legislation. PAUL FEINER Greenburgh Town Supervisor

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ON PREMISES LIQUOR LICENSE FOR MILOS HOSPITALITY GROUP LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT an on-premise liquor license Serial #1346973, has been applied for by MILOS HOSPITALITY GROUP LLC, to sell beer, wine, cider, and liquor at retail in an on-premises Restaurant for on-premises consumption in Westchester County under the Alcoholic Beverage Control Law.. Milos Hospitality Group LLC 530 Milton Road Rye, New York 10580

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Thursday, Nov. 30

The One Hundred Black Men of New York is accepting applications for its Junior One Hundred (“JOH”), youth leadership and career exposure program. JOH is open to high school juniors and seniors, and focuses on character development, personal growth, mentorship, and career exploration in: Business, Medicine, Law, and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math). The JOH Interest Form is available online: https://www.ohbm.org/mentorship and the registration deadline is Thursday, November 30, 2023. For more information, contact: Nicole Amos, namos@ohbm.org, (862) 259-5181.

Friday, Dec. 1, 5–8pm

Hudson River Museum invites the public to celebrate the holiday season during its new free and festive evening hours, featuring live music by Diverse Concert Artists, who are committed to changing the face of classical and crossover music through diversity. The string quartet will play a mixture of classical, Broadway, holiday, and pop tunes, including Hip Hop. Enjoy highlights of Glenview on special guided holiday tours throughout the evening and sketch a seasonal landscape in a bilingual art workshop with artist Carolina Amarillo. Cash bar with holiday-inspired refreshments. Hours and Admission: Hudson River Museum is open Thursday & Friday, 12–5pm, Saturday & Sunday, 11am– 5pm. Learn more at hrm.org/visit

Saturday, Dec. 2

“Holiday Beading and Jewelry Making Program for Teens and Adults at the Port Chester-Rye Brook Public Library on Saturday, December 2nd from 11:00am-1:00pm.” Sign up now in person or by phone (914) 939-6710 and press 3 to participate and create beaded earrings. For each pair of earrings made, another pair will be made to donate to a women’s shelter. *Pre-registration is required. For more information, contact the Children’s Room at (914) 939-6710 and press 3.

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, fabulous food, and a silent auction as we commemorate our 50th year of offering high-quality, comprehensive, and affordable primary and preventative health care to Westchester’s most vulnerable residents. To purchase your tickets, log onto https://e. givesmart.com/events/yfz/ We hope to see you on December 6th as we celebrate 50 years!

Wednesday, Dec. 6

From 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm ET Disaster Mind. Please join the Region 2 and Region 8 National Preparedness Division for a webinar on disaster mind simulation. Join the Region 8 National Preparedness Division for a demonstration of the new Disaster Mind simulation. The new simulation, available on FEMA’s website, is a new game aimed at teaching high school students (ages 13-17) about decision-making in the face of a disaster. The simulation can be played on any PC-based web browser and is ideal for educators and emergency managers looking for a free, yet meaningful way to implement disaster preparedness programming and curriculum into their classrooms and other educational spaces. At the webinar, you’ll learn how to play the simulation, how to implement the game into existing preparedness curriculum or programming, and get educational resources for parents/guardians, teachers, and emergency managers. Who should attend: Whole community, family, caregivers, Local, State and Federal Emergency Managers, community and faith-based organizations and NGO’s. Register now using this link: https://fema. connectsolutions.com/disastermindsimulation/event/registration.html

Friday, Dec. 8

hattanville College, 2900 Purchase Street, Purchase, NY 10577. The guest speaker will be the Honorable Miriam “Mimi” Rocah, Westchester County’s District Attorney. The DA will engage in a casual conversation with LWVW President Kathy Meany. Luncheon Ticket Price: $50/ person. To purchase more than one ticket, adjust quantity in your shopping cart before checkout. https:// my.lwv.org/new-york/westchester/ event/lwvw-holiday-luncheon

The public is cordially invited to the 8th Pastoral Anniversary Banquet and 42nd Birthday Celebration in honor of Bishop Nicholas Owens Soto, Pastor of First Baptist Church in Elmsford, NY. The event will be held from 7:00 p.m.-11:00 p.m. at Juliano’s Caterers, 700 Main Street, New Rochelle, NY. The guest speaker for the occasion will be Pastor Leviticus Henderson. Tickets are $125 adults, $65 children under 12. Make your reservations Now until Dec. 15 today by contacting Minister Chris- As winter weather approaches, the One Hundred Black Men of New tine Nicholson at (917) 405-0369. York (“OHBM”) is launching its Saturday, Dec. 9 annual Suit and Winter Coat Drive. The Franklin D. Roosevelt (FDR) The goal is to provide warmth and Presidential Library and Museum professional attire to those in need and the Home of FDR National His- as they transition into the workforce. toric Site will host a full day of free Donations of new and gently used holiday events. The Museum will coats and suits are needed for men be open to visitors free of charge who are reentering the workforce, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The recently released from incarceraHome of FDR (Springwood) will tion, or experiencing homelessness. have tours available from 9:30 a.m. Donations can be dropped off at to 4:00 p.m. There will be holiday the OHBM office, 2601 Frederick decorations, refreshments and spe- Douglass Boulevard, New York, NY cial activities -- including the annu- 10030, between November 13, 2023 al Children’s Reading Festival and - December 15, 2023, in time for free photo time with Santa -- begin- holiday delivery. Contact George ning at Noon in the Henry A. Wal- Bellinger, Jr. via email: george.belllace Center. In addition, Eleanor inger@ohbm.org or call (212) 777Roosevelt National Historic Site 7070 for more information. (Val-Kill) will be decorated for the holidays and open from 12:30 p.m. Tuesday–Friday, Dec. to 4:00 p.m. For more information 26–29, 11–5pm please call: Cliff Laube, Roosevelt During the holiday week, students Library, (845) 486-7745; or Fran- and their families are invited to enceska Macsali Urbin, National Park joy all the Hudson River Museum Service, (845) 229-9115. (HRM) has to offer. Enjoy the exhibitions on view, attend free planetarThursday, Dec. 14 ium shows under the dome, engage The public is invited to mix and in interactive art and science workmingle with League of Women Votshops, and challenge yourself with ers of Westchester (LWVW) mema scavenger hunt. Take a ticketed bers and friends at the organizatour of our historic home, Glenview, tion’s annual Holiday Luncheon on decked out in seasonal splendor. All Thursday, December 14, 2023, from programs are free with general ad12:00 Noon to 2:00 .p.m., in the mission; Glenview guided tours are East Library of Reid Castle at Man-

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