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President Trump lashes out against Black NFL Players

A M E S S A GE F ROM OU R PU BL IS H E R

Kneeling is Not Acceptable”

and they should be fired!

NATIONWIDE — President Donald Trump has sparked a national outrage after directing a series of tweets to African American NFL players who have been kneeling down when the national anthem is played before their weekly televised games every Sunday.

First, he tweeted: “Great solidarity for our National Anthem and for our Country. Standing with locked arms is good, kneeling is not acceptable. Bad ratings!”

Then, he tweeted: “If a player wants the privilege of making millions of dollars in the NFL, or other leagues, he or she should not be allowed to disrespect our Great American Flag (or Country) and should stand for the National Anthem. If not, YOU’RE FIRED. Find something else to do!”

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Rick Scott Ignores Calls For Help, Deletes Critical Evidence In Investigation From Blake Williams, Florida Press Fort Lauderdale, FL - In response to revelations that Governor Rick Scott ignored numerous calls for help and deleted multiple voicemails from a South Florida nursing home where eleven patients died in the aftermath of Hurricane Irma, For Florida’s Future issued the following statement: “While Governor Scott was ignoring emergency post-Irma

calls from a nursing home, 11 seniors lost their lives. And if Scott’s lack of urgency were not enough, his record of weakening protections in the nursing home industry may be shown to have had deadly consequences.

What Florida needs from its Governor now is a serious effort to prevent a similar tragedy in the future. That means taking responsibility, being fully transparent with investigators on how and why this happened, and figuring

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A Teacher’s Battle Broward County Public School veteran teacher recounts story of bullying and harassment by administrators and the district

By Nichole Richards The harassment went even further when her bullies set their eyes on her teaching license. One of the most effective ways to diminish a teacher’s professional value is through BCPS’s Teacher Evaluation system, simply nicknamed “Marzano”.

Teachers complain bitterly about the Marzano Art and Science Teaching Evaluation model. Created by Robert J. Marzano, a leading educational researcher, the model was adopted by BCPS in 2011 in an effort to assist teachers in “developing their professional expertise”.

Unfortunately, the model goes beyond professional development and growth and directly affects a teacher’s salary or standing in a school.

New teachers are typically

evaluated twice a year while veteran teachers are evaluated only once a year. The school’s administrators observe an entire lesson and score in a variety of categories and domains, such as communicating learning goals and student engagement.

Teachers are then placed in one of three categories: highly effective, effective, or ineffective.

An ineffective rating can be a nail in an educator’s professional coffin.

“The evaluation is too arbitrary,” said Anna Fusco, President of the Broward Teachers Union, “Scores are based on observations by administrators and if you are already in a tense relationship with him or her, they can manipulate observation results to say whatever they want. It can be used as a tool to destroy your career.”

The District disagrees.

“Broward County Public Schools is committed to having a fair and equitable evaluation system for our educators that meets all FOE requirements,” the district states, “Florida School and District administrators are required to attend five days of training and (Cont’d on page 3)

out what new oversight and protections need to be put in place right away for our most vulnerable citizens under nursing care,” said Blake Williams, Communications Director with For Florida’s Future. “When Floridians call for help, we need a governor who will pick up the phone. There is no more important responsibility for a Governor than protecting citizens, and Rick Scott failed these senior citizens and their families.”

HILLSIDE, NJ — 15-year old Essynce Moore is the only African American teen author who has written three books that are mandatory readings for several school district curriculums including Hillside, NJ School District; Brooklyn, NY Charter School(s); and Orange, NJ School District. Her books are a part of a series that she created called The Middle School Chronicles.

When Essynce’s first book (6th Grade Middle School Chronicles) was released in 2015, it went on to become an Amazon

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Top International seller. Her second book (7th Grade Middle School Chronicles) was released in 2016, and her third book (8th Grade Middle School Chronicles) was released back in April 2017. The third book completes the series, and each of the books is available for purchase on Amazon.com at http://amzn.to/1U1bkJY. Her ultimate goal Although they are already being used by several school districts, Essynce wants to have her Middle School Chronicles book series in more schools all around the world as mandatory reading and a part of their curriculum.

The books can be used to prepare students for middle school, assist with self-esteem, bullying, how to handle certain situations with teachers/friends, encourage youth to live their dreams now, and so much more.

Parents can learn a lot as well from Essynce’s books. She comments, “They (Cont’d on page 3)

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When disappointment comes-this time “I have told you this, so that you might have peace in your hearts because of me.

While you are in the world, you will have to suffer.

But cheer up! I have defeated the world.”

John 16:33 (CEV)

By Bobby R. Henry, Sr. When we look at the past few months in perspective of the humiliation, angst, and downright guttural disrespect that Donald J. Trump has dished out to the world due to his deeprooted distain for non-white people and malfeasance as a disillusion leader and because of our fake display of unity, we have gotten just what we deserve.

I will use this example to illustrate what I mean as it relates to Black people and the National Football League and its players and owners in general – butBlack players in particular.

How is it that you join in a protest halfway? Why sit in the locker room and not come out? It’s like being half pregnant; there is no such thing. For you, members of the NFL, either you’re in or you’re not. A breakfast meal of eggs and bacon says that the chicken was involved; however, the hog was committed. Therefore, I must ask: are you hogs or chickens?

Politicians/owners and Their Bedfellows/ players All too often, politicians/ owners forget about the communities which they...

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A Special Tribute to the faith Legacy of Rev. Albert Edward Johnson Submitted by Rev. Olivett Johnson Rev. Albert Edward Johnson was born to the parentage of the late Reverend Edward and Susan Johnson on April 5, 1905 in Miami, Fla. At a very young age, Rev. Albert Edward Johnson began working for the East Coast Railroad in Miami.

In the year of 1923, he worked on the railroad until he reac-

hed the area of Pompano where he took up residence.

In 1928 he met and married Elizabeth Richardson, who had been residing in Pompano since 1908 with her parents, William and Olevia Richardson.

Rev. Albert Edward Johnson was later called to the Ministry of preaching and was ordained

by Pastor Coleman of Mount

The Footprints of a Sophisticated Lady

By Janice Hayes © 2017 The footprints, of a sophisticated lady, Can scarcely be traced, but never erased For it’s encased in dignity and grace Every Step she takes is meticulously paced Every Move she makes puts God first place Everything she does is done in good taste A perfection of etiquette, fine linen and lace Her signature trademark enhances the place Her goodness and laughter fills the space Where family and friends sweet solace embrace And love and hospitality meet face to face She is a nostalgic enigma in the realm of déjà vu A beautiful dream from memories sweet as honeydew Because a sophisticated lady is the essence of who A certain set of attributes and virtues are true Her Intrinsic nature to Teach and to Guide Encouraging others to Reach for the Sky Freely she shares her wisdom and knowledge Even helping our youth to navigate college She Confabulates with her children in truth and love She’s solid as rock yet gentle as a dove She can walk with a General hand in hand Yet in her own right, Lead and Command Her splendiferous style is admired and imitated Because a sophisticated lady should be emulated Her footprints are unique and well defined Her finesse and her fortitude are one of a kind She’s genuine, not bougie, pompous or Snooty Yet she walks in the confidence of her own natural beauty By the highest standards, she’s a national treasure Her value and her Worth are of infinite measure And it is with resolute respect and profound pleasure That I conclude this oratorical salute with a final gesture As her star shines brightly in a heavenly glow As our hearts and our love continue to flow To the most sophisticated lady the world will ever know I Curtsey and pay homage to CHARLYNE MONROE

Calvary Missionary Baptist Church, Pompano Beach, Florida. He later moved his membership with his wife Elizabeth and children to Bethel African Methodist Church, Pompano Beach, Florida, where he was ordained an Itinerant Elder.

He organized St. John African Methodist Episcopal Church, Collier City, Pompano Beach, Fla.; he organized and built St. James African Methodist Episcopal Church, Fort Lauderdale and laid the foundation for Gibbs Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church, North Miami, Fla. Rev. Albert Edward Johnson labored as a sharecropper, construction worker, and maintenance, as well as serving the Pompano Beach Community as an advocate. He served the Pompano Colored School and the Blanche Ely High School as P.T.A. President. He was a member of Masonic Lodge #409 and other Civic Organizations.

Upon retirement, at the age of Seventy, Rev. Albert Edward Johnson became an associate minister to the late Pastors Rev. Robert H. Mobley and Rev. Willie James Jacksonand (Shepherd W. J. Jackson) at Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church in Pompano Beach, Fla. He continued to labor in part time jobs until his health began to fail.

Rev. Albert Edward Johnson lived and served the Pompano Beach Community as a faithful and true citizen for 77 years.

He bought land and built a home at 635 Northwest Eighth Avenue, Pompano Beach, Fla. in 1938. There he and Elizabeth raised and educated 10 children: Albertha, William, Joseph, Monford, Olivett, Blanche, Katrina, Olevia, Micha, and Keturah) in the fear of God. The home still stands and is livable. He and Elizabeth were married for 66 years. Reverend Albert Edward Johnson departed this earth on November 20, 1994 at 89 years of age.

On Tuesday, May 23, 2017 during the Pompano Beach City Commissioners meeting at 6 p.m., it was voted and approved

by Mayor Lamar Fisher, City Manager Gregory P. Harrison, Commissioners Beverly Perkins

Family members.

Moody. Vice Mayor Charlotte 1. Barrie and commissioners Rex Hardin, Barry Moss and Michael Sobel designated Northwest Eighth Avenue as a duel named road: “Rev. Albert E. Johnson Avenue.

On Friday, Aug. 11, 2017 at 9 a.m. on the corner of Northwest Rev. Albert E. Johnson

Avenue and NW Eighth Street, Pompano Beach, Florida, the Johnson Siblings, descendants, and friends gathered to conduct a Prayer Ceremony in honor of Rev. Albert E. and Elizabeth Johnson's faith legacy.

Rev. Eddy J. Moise, Jr., pastor of Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church, Rev.

Alphonso McLemore and City Commissioner Beverly Perkins Moody, District 4, were in attendance. The event was organized and coordinated by The Christian Awareness Mission of Hope, Inc. (CAMOH),Rev. Olivett Johnson, Th.D., founder/ president.

Constantina 'Connie' Pettis dancing with the Angel

PETTIS It is with the saddest regret that we announce the demise of Constantina Pettis on September 20, 2017. She is the wife of Dr. Cyrus R. Pettis.

As a young lady she relocated with her parents and two sisters to Dania, Fla. She attended Attucks Middle School and graduated from Hollywood Hills High School in 1974.

Connie attended Miami Dade Community College where she studied fashion design and pursued her passion for modeling. She then moved on to Florida A&M University.

Ultimately, she earned her Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education and her Masters and Specialists degrees in Educational Leadership from Florida Atlantic University.

Her zeal to educate and mentor both children and adults led her to a dedicated career as a teacher, assistant principal, principal, and trainer in the Broward County Public School

System for more than 35 years.

Connie was active with United Way Reading Pals Program.

She dedicated her life to Christ and was baptized as a young woman at First Baptist Church Piney Grove. She later found her church home at New Mount Olive Baptist Church in the mid 1980s and continued to serve until her demise.

Connie served faithfully on the deaconess and usher ministries.

She leaves to cherish her precious memory: her husband, Dr. Cyrus R. Pettis; daughters, Shannon Robinson-Burch and Danielle Robinson; stepdaughter, Camaria (Doug) Martin; stepsons, Yohance (Amber) Pettis, and Stevon Pettis; two sisters, Winona Taylor and Terry (Ulysses) Thomas; one brother Levan (Millicent) Fludd; sisters-in-law Cyrella, Lydia, Toba, Gwendolyn, Myla

and Sheila; brother-in-law, Eugene Pettis; her grandchildren, Tyler, Marcus Amari, Anaya, Lauren, Elias, Ayden, Jaela, Ethan, Aaron and Roshan; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, countless co-workers and friends.

Roy Mizell and Kurtz Funeral Home is in charge of arrangement (954) 467-3426.

The wake service will be held Friday, September 29, 2017, from 5-8 p.m. at New Mount Olive Baptist Church, 400 N. W. Ninth Ave., Fort Lauderdale, FL Funeral Service will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, September 30, 2017 at New Mount Olive Baptist Church . In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting a memorial contribution be made to: New Mount Olive Baptist Church Scholarship Fund.

Dying rich is no Blessing

By Kevin Palmer On Wednesday, Sept. 20, 2017, French tycoon Liliane Bettencourt, the world’s richest women, died. She had a per-sonal fortune estimated by Forbes magazine in March 2017, at $39.5 billion. Ms. Bettencourt died adored, rich and satisfied, while thousands died despised, poor and hungry.

According to Worldhunger.org, “Approximately 9 million people die of world hunger each year.” That is 24,600 preventable deaths each day. According to its reaction, the world cares more about the death of one billionaire than the thousands of deaths from hunger. Nevertheless, dying from hunger or dying rich is the difference between heaven and hell.

Paraphrasing a biblical parable, there was a rich man who lived in luxury every day and a sick beggar named Lazarus who suffered and starved. The time came when Lazarus and the rich man died. The rich man went to Hell and Lazarus went to Abraham’s side in Heaven. In torment, the rich man looked up to Abraham and begged for some relief. Abraham replied; remember that in your lifetime you received good things, while Lazarus received bad things. But, now he is comforted here and you are in agony.

Jesus said, “For I was hungry and you gave me nothing to eat.

Whatever you did not do for one of the least of these, you did not do for me.”

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Black Middle School student punched and called a racial slur Diannah Watson, BlackAmericaWeb.com A sixth grader at Ridley Middle School in Pennsylvania was punched by a student and then called a malicious racial slur.

According to the mother, Liante Robinson, the school has given her little details into how the situation is being handled.

On Friday Sept. 22, 2017, Robinson’s son Nivre, a brand new student at his school, was

walking down a hallway to class when he got into an argument with a White student.

Robinson says that the White student punched her son, scratching his eye. “As they were going inside the classroom, the student then said to my son.

‘That’s why you are a n—–.’

Said that to my son,” she told Fox WTXF news.

In a school report, Nirve described the incident to school officials. The next day Nirve got into another incident with a different student. He wrote about that student asking where

he was born and he told him to go away.

Robinson says, “the young man then goes and sits at another table and speaks to another student and says, ‘You know I could kill him, right?’”

After that Robinson spent the next couple of days contacting school officials through calls and emails to find out what was going to be done about the incident.

The school’s Dean of Students got back to her saying that the boy had been punished. “He just kept saying to

that it’s a 3-day suspension for physical contact. That’s it. If he would not have physically assaulted my child, he would not have been suspended,” explained Robinson.

Robinson says that there was no indication that the student would be punished for the racial slur.

Nirve didn’t go to school as he was shaken by the events.

He’s expressed wanting to go back to the school, but his mother feels differently.

“You are not insuring me that you can keep my son safe.

You’re not giving me answers. You’re not doing anything,” she says of the school's duty.

Although not threatening a lawsuit, Robinson’s attorney is keeping a close eye on the situation.

The Ridley School District released a statement saying that they don’t comment on students specifically but with an incident like this one the student attacker would be suspended with a mandatory parent re-entry conference and counseling for the attacker and the victim.

Whit e secur ity guar d accident all y shoo ts White security guard accidentall ally shoots himself, tthen hen blames a Blac k man tto o co ver Government Awards major grant to UC Berkeley Black cov on campus – not even for secu- to honor Black Panther Party’s Legacy it up rity personnel.

Submitted by BlackNews.com ST. PAUL, MINN. — Brent P. Ahlers, a white campus security officer at St. Catherine University in Minnesota, accidentally shot himself in the shoulder, and then fabricated a story about a Black gunman to cover up his mistake. He says he was afraid that he would get in trouble for the incident.

The 25-year old told police that he had been shot by a Black man with a gun in a navy blue sweatshirt with a short afro, but police were immediately skeptical of his story.

The university campus, however, was still put on lockdown for hours as more than 50 police officers and four K-9 units

AHLERS searched for the alleged suspect.

The next day after no suspect had been found, Ahlers admitted to police that he made up the story because he was afraid of losing his job. St. Catherine University is a Catholic university for women, and firearms are reportedly not allowed

After being treated for a shoulder wound, Ahlers was arrested and cited for falsely reporting a crime. He was booked into the Ramsey County jail.

He was also fired from the university.

Several local Black leaders spoke out in anger.

Dianne Binns, president of the St. Paul NAACP, said “That’s what black people live with. We’ve been lynched, and we’ve been put in jail to find out later you haven’t done it. That’s the sad thing about it. It hasn’t stopped.”

Tyrone Terrill, president of the St. Paul African American Leadership Council, also commented, “It’s a sickening thing.

He put not only black youth at risk; he put St. Paul police and other law enforcement at risk with his lie.”

Family of Md. man who died days after a violent encounter with police man, D. Garland, Pearin D. files lawsuit Holt, Bryn M. Blackburn and

By Monique Judge Tawon Boyd called 911 for help on Sept. 18, 2016. After ending up in a physical struggle with the Baltimore County police officers who answered that call, he died in a hospital three days later. Now his family has filed a lawsuit against the police officers, a paramedic and an EMT who responded to that call for help.

The lawsuit—filed by Boyd’s mother, Martha Boyd, and the mother of his son, Deona Styron—alleges that officers used excessive force against the 21year-old and that, combined with the antipsychotic drug given to him by paramedics, contributed to his death, the Baltimore Sun reports.

The complaint says, “[T]hese individual police officer defendants assaulted and battered Tawon Boyd while he was restrained by handcuffs and in custody resulting in his severe injuries and trauma to his body

BOYD contributing to his death, and otherwise used excessive force and unwarranted force.”

The suit names as defendants Officers Michael Bow-

President Trump lashes out (Cont'd from FP) He even called out NBA player Stephen Curry, who told recently reporters that he doesn’t want to attend the White House ceremony scheduled to commemorate the team’s championship title.

In response, Trump tweeted: ”Going to the White House is considered a great honor for a championship team. Stephen Curry is hesitating, therefore invitation is withdrawn!”

Naturally, his remarks have sparked a national outrage among African Americans. The players say they are not antiAmerican, but are simply upset about issues pertaining to social injustices and racism that are not being addressed by the government.

“I am not going to stand up to show pride in a flag for a country that oppresses black people and people of color,” said former San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick.

He was the first NFL player

who refused to stand during “The Star-Spangled Banner” before kickoff, sparking controversy.

NFL team owners speak up African Americans, however, aren’t the only ones that are disturbed by Trump’s recent comments.

Andrew Seckens, as well as paramedic Tyler Armstrong and EMT Kenneth Burns.

It further alleges that the medical team violated state law by giving Boyd the antipsychotic drug Haldol, which it says caused him to go into cardiac arrest and organ failure.

A. Dwight Pettit, an attorney for the family, told the Sun, “After some investigation, we decided that there were two basic reasons for Mr. Boyd’s death: one, the beating that he incurred, and two, the medical treatment that he received.”

Pettit noted that Boyd was the one who called for help, and added, “The irony about this case is that he was not in any way violent.” The attorney also said that Boyd wasn’t doing anything that warranted a violent response.

Originally, police said it was Styron who called 911 at around 3 a.m. on Sept. 18, but Boyd was later identified as the caller.

Robert Kraft, owner of the New England Patriots, issued a statement to the media saying: “I am deeply disappointed by the tone of the comments made by the President… I am proud to be associated with so many players who make such tremendous contributions in positively impacting our communities.”

Others have also taken to social media to voice their opinions.

First Black teen author ever to write three books (Cont'd from FP) think they know the truth about what happens in middle school, but they have no idea!”

More than just an author In addition to writing books, This young protégé and trendsetter is a phenomenal speaker that loves to empower and inspire people at schools, conferences, workshops, and more.

She has traveled across the country to inspire and empower children, tweens, teens, college students, and adults. Being labeled a “role model” is an understatement!

Her wish list Essynce says she would love to meet Oprah, Tyler Perry, Ellen DeGeneres, Harry, Steve Harvey, Zendaya, Rihanna, Ian Somerhalder, Michelle Obama, and so many more.

She also desires to visit schools nationwide to discuss entrepreneurial education initiatives and other opportunities that are centered around children, tweens, and teens.

Follow her on social media Twitter: www.twitter.com/ EssynceCouture Facebook: www.facebook.com/ essyncecouture Instagram: www.instagram.com/ essyncecouturellc

Bobby Seale, chairman of the Black Panther Party, addresses a rally outside the party headquarters in Oakland, Calif., urging members to boycott certain liquor stores.

(AP Photo/File) multitude of voices and popu- helped monitor police interacBy Anne Branigin lations to “understand their col- tions in Southern California’s The U.S. National Park Ser- lective past and inspire a better Black communities way before vice announced last week that future.” With regard to the the advent of camera phones, it will be awarding the Univer- Black Panther Party, this in- as well as launching a free sity of California, Berkeley a cludes identifying important breakfast program for children little under $100,000 for a pro- BPP sites around Oakland, ject dedicated to “truthfully ho- Calif., and the Greater San in impoverished neighbornoring the legacy” of Black Pan- Francisco Bay Area as well as hoods.

According to Okayplayer, collecting and documenting ther Party activists. the program will be led by BerkeThe exact amount in fed- how the BPP impacted the “vieral funding comes to sual arts, music, dance, and ley’s incoming chair of the De$97,999.70, according to the styles of the 1960s, 70s and partment of African American Studies, Dr. Ula Y. Taylor, and official award notice that was 80s.”

The Black Panthers con- will tap consultants like J. posted on the Washington Free tinue to be a widely misunder- Tarika Lewis, the first woman Beacon.

Berkeley’s program, titled stood group and are often mis- to join Oakland’s BPP. Berkeley’s Black Panther “Black Panther Party Research, characterized as a terrorist orInterpretation & Memory Pro- ganization. But as this HuffPost project is slated to run from ject,” aims to bring together a article mentions, the BPP Aug. 30, 2017, to Sept. 30, 2019.

A Teacher’s Battle (Cont'd from FP) master two assessments prior to having access to observe and evaluate teachers.”

This is not a guarantee, however, that administrators remain objective during their observations. In fact, many teachers accuse their administrators of doing the exact opposite, interjecting personal history into a highly important process that determines their career trajectories. This is what Dr. Bentley claims happened to her. Despite being an accomplished educator with over 22 years of teaching experience, Bentley dramatically dropped two levels from Highly Effective to Ineffective with one observation.

“I have always been highly effective,” claims Bentley “They misevaluated me and made untrue accusations that insulted by character and my profession.”

Bentley attempted to fight back, requesting a meeting in order to gain clarity on the low rating and to stall the dreaded Professional Development Plan (PD), a performance monitoring plan that connects struggling teachers with mentors to help guide and address issues brought up during observations. It is an insult to an educator with decades of experience.

“I believe my scores were intentionally sabotaged to get me on that plan,” Bentley said.

“It is not uncommon for administrators to place teachers on the performance plan prematurely,” explained Martin Powell, Director of Legal Services at the Florida Educator’s Association, “Once placed on the plan there’s no way of getting off and it marks you as a

problem employee. It can be extremely stressful.”

Bentley attempted to take her concerns to the district level, meeting with Director of Evaluations, Heather Parente, and Principal Hall, but it was not productive. Bentley was told her scores will remain the same.

According to Bentley, when Parente asked Hall what her proposed next steps were, Hall responded: Termination.

“I was shocked,” Bentley said, “I looked up to Teresa Hall since I was kid and she knew I loved the children and what I did. She allowed her assistant principal and athletic director to harass and mistreatment me.

She did not stand up for me at all.”

Bentley admits she realized a resolution seemed implausible and her career was on the line.

Despite loving the children at West Broward High, she decided it was time to transfer.

“I requested a transfer but I was not allowed to leave,” Bentley explained, “The administration kept me at the school in order to build a case against me and validate the drop in my score. I was still being harassed and targeted by my department head. I was miserable.”

Martin Powell admits this, too, is not uncommon.

“Once you are marked as problem employee, administrators want you terminated,” he said, “They will start making up things to get you fired. They often offer resignation or create an environment so toxic that you would want to resign. It is hard to go back on resignations as a teacher. It places you on a sort of ‘do not hire’ list and you can be essentially blackballed in the district.”

That was a risk Bentley was willing to take. Her family, concerned about her mental and physical safety, called the po-

lice who arrived at West Broward with dogs to escort her off the campus. She subsequently resigned.

“I felt forced to resign,” Bentley said, “I was threatened that if I didn’t they would come after my license.”

Bentley again reached out to the district to voice her concerns and to file a complaint in an attempt to restore her score and assume a new position with another school. She was met with silence.

“Robert Runcie and the board never heard my testimony.” She said, “I reached out to Rosalind Osgood and heard nothing back. I felt defeated and helpless. I taught and gave them my heart and when I needed the district’s support, they sided with administrators.”

Requests for comments from administrators and district employees were redirected to BCPS’s Office of Public Information Office and generic responses were given touting BCPS’s commitment to teachers and administrators. Questions directed to district employees were not permitted.

Bentley, who was also coerced into retiring early despite not being ready, has still been unable to find employment and believes she has been blackballed throughout South Florida.

“No one wants to hire me,” she said, “I almost got a job but when they found out I was forced to resign they rescinded the offer. Red flags go up everywhere. I do not deserve this kind of treatment. They should be forced to give me back my job with back pay and my retirement checks.”

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The City of Riviera Beach is celebrating its 95th anniversary with a community birthday party on Saturday, Sept. 30, from 3 p.m. to 12 midnight, at the Calloway Amphitheatre, 1420 W. 10 St., Palm Beach County, Fla., (located behind Tate Recreation Center). Tickets on sale and there is a parking fee.

Gala The community is cordially invited to attend LifeNet4Families 2017 Hidden Gem Gala on Saturday, Oct. 7, 2017 from 7 to 11 p.m., at "Pier 66", 2301 S.E. 17 St., Fort Lauderdale, Fla. This year's gala will honor community partners for their significant donation of time, talent and treasures. Online registration ends Friday, Sept. 29, 2017 at 5 p.m.

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Event cancellation for Roosevelt Gardens. We regret to announce that the Roosevelt Gardens Community Cleanup, scheduled for Saturday, Sept.

30, 2017 at Roosevelt Gardens Park, has been canceled due to Hurricane Irma. The next Roosevelt Gardens Community Cleanup: Saturday, Nov. 18, 2017.

Fair Opening Doors in Broward Job Fair on Saturday, Oct. 14, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., at Atlantic Technical College Arthur Ashe, Jr. Campus, 1701 N.W. 23 Ave., Fort Lauderdale, Fla. Job Fair seekers and employer registration should visit www.atlantictechnicalcollege.eud and click on "Job Fair Registration" For additional info contact Nicole Willis at (754) 321-5179 or nicole.willis@browardschools.com EDUCATION MATTERS -Every Child Deserves A Chance

Seniors Prom (Save the Date) The 9th Annual Seniors Prom is scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 18, from 5 to 10 p.m., at the Bahia Mar Hotel and Resort, 801 Seabreeze Blvd., Fort Lauderdale Beach, Fla. Tickets are now available at MODCO, 1530 Sistrunk Blvd., Fort Laudere-dale, Fla., Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Must be 55 or older to attend. The Broward Citizens for Seniors, Inc., members also have tickets. For additional info sponsorship, call (954) 288-8702 or (954) 303-4900. The Seniors' Prom is sponsored by the Broward Citizens for Seniors, Inc., a non-profit community organization.

Assistance Available For Abused Elders

Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Arts, African Heritage Cultural Arts Center, Open Auditions on * Saturday, Oct. 7 * Saturday, Oct. 14 * Saturday, Nov. 4 * Saturday, Nov. 18, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., at The AfricanHeritage Cultural Arts Center, Wendell Narcisse Performing Arts Theater, 6161 N.W. 22 Ave., Miami, Fla. For cost and additinal info contact Zipporah Hayes at (305) 6386771 or (305) 761-9864.

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Over 50,000 Florida seniors were abused last year! Don’t let someone you know become another statistic. If you suspect that an elder is being abused, neglected or exploited, you should take action immediately. Call the Florida Abuse Hotline at 1-800-962-2873. Remember the power to prevent elder abuse is in your hands!

Seniors Contribute wisdom, experience and support to Florida’s communities, yet in their hour of need, they can often be taken advantage of physically, emotionally and financially.

The good news is that YOU have the power to end elder abuse!

Whether it’s you or a loved one or a simple acquaintance, you always should reach out to an elder in need.

Trainings on preventing and reporting abuse, identity theft, frauds and scams, personal safety and other topics can be conducted at your local churches, synagogues, business, groups or organizations. If you would like to schedule training, contact: The Aging & Disability Resource Center of Broward County, Vanessa Rico-Robie, Health and Wellness Coordinator, at (954) 745-9567, extension 10249 or ricorobiev@adrcdrowad.org.

· FEMA will be in the Broward Municipal Services District (BMSD) at Roosevelt Gardens Park located at 2841 NW 11 St., Fort Lauderdale, 33311 on Friday, Sept. 29, 2017 from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m., to assist individuals with registering for federal disaster assistance.

On Monday, Oct. 2, 2017 FEMA will be at Sunview Park located at 1500 SW 42 Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, 33317 from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m., to once again provide assistance to individuals registering for federal disaster assistance.

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Message from Director of Laser Christian Academy For all Readers and Parents The early childhood years are extremely important because they are a basis for all living and learning experiences in Life. Laser Christian Academy’s staff is thoroughly aware of all the areas of development that allows for growth in children. Generally, certain growth can be expected during each of these early years. Some children mature in certain areas more rapidly than others do. For example, one child might grow in the area of coordination and perceptual skills and be able to ride two wheel bicycle at the age of four of five. Maturity in development in one or two areas is not an indication of early growth, not of advanced skills. Total readiness involves overcoming social, emotional, perceptual conceptual and psychomotor skill and task. Parent’s friends it is the goal of this school to teach children to enjoy school, to be happy with themselves, to be totally prepared in all areas of development necessary for future success in their education. We are very concerned about each child’s achievement and take responsibility in recognizing the development of each child very seriously.

Thanks, Dr. Mattie Richardson-Director

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James Comey Comey,, you’re not our homie!”: Protesters disrupt e x-FBI director’s ex speech at Howard University From The Washington Post

By Devlin Barrett and Sarah Larimer Former FBI director James B. Comey was heckled and jeered throughout a speech Friday at Howard University by a group of protesters chanting “No justice, no peace” in a loud, contentious standoff that didn’t end until he finished his remarks.

The scene made for a difficult reappearance for the man fired by President Trump in May. It was Comey’s first public speech since he testified before Congress in June about his firing, and few in the crowd of over 1,000 could hear much of what he said.

“Get out James Comey!

You’re not our homie!” the group of about 20 protesters chanted.

Comey repeatedly asked to be permitted to speak, but the

protesters continued chanting.

“No justice, no peace, no f— ing police!” they shouted.

Eventually, the larger audience began cheering “Let him speak!” But the protesters were not deterred or quieted.

University officials also repeatedly and unsuccessfully sought to persuade the protesters to let Comey speak, telling them to “be better than this” and allow for an open debate of ideas. In response, the protesters chanted, “White supremacy is not a debate!”

Comey, wearing black academic robes, sought to get the attention of the crowd, to no avail.

“I’m only going to speak for 12 minutes,” he said of his convocation address, joking that if the protesters kept it up they were all going to be late for lunch.

“I love the enthusiasm of

the young folks. I just wish they would understand what a conversation is,” said Comey, trying to speak above the interruptions of the protesters.

At one point, university professor Bernard Richardson sought to quell the protest, saying, “That’s not the Howard University way.”

Comey remained quiet for about 10 minutes but then decided to deliver his speech over the shouting. Delivering his prepared remarks, Comey spoke of the importance of young people finding and expressing their voice but urged them to also seek understanding of their parents and the generations that came before them. Much of his remarks were drowned out by the protesters’ shouting.

mong Black students who used student loans to finance a bachelor’s degree, the burden of debt is disproportionate.

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How President Trump is killing Obamacare

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By Charlene Crowell Civil rights leaders and Capitol Hill lawmakers are standing up and speaking out against a recent Department of Education (DOE) decision to sever its working relationship with the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB).

In separate and independent actions Education Secretary Betsy DeVos and staff are being challenged and corrected as to its understanding of a sole office having complete authority and enforcement regarding the nation’s student loans.

As readers may recall, an earlier column reported on an Aug. 31, 2017 advisory by the Department of Education’s decision to formally end two Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) that guided Education’s working relationship with CFPB. The first MOU detailed how DOE would share information with CFPB. The second detailed how the two agencies would cooperate on supervisory oversight, the process that has led to multiple million dollar settlements for fraud and other legal violations.

For CFPB, the correspondence was an unexpected 30-day cancellation notice.

The first MOU detailed how DOE would share information with CFPB. The second detailed how the two agencies would cooperate on supervisory oversight, the process that has led to multiple million dollar settlements for fraud and other legal violations. For CFPB, the cor-

Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images NBC reports that Holifield, a former NFL and tech entrepreneur, will start the job Oct. 2 and will be introduced to HBCU presidents at a White House event that Trump will not at-

tend, because some HBCU presidents have announced they will boycott the summit, while others plan to air their grievances with the president. And also because he’s Donald Trump.

HBCU Technology Summit to be held at Morehouse College Black Higher Ed Tech Leaders, Key HBCU Leaders, Administrators and Alumni will meet in Atlanta to plan HBCU Sustainability; Registration and Call for Speakers is now open.

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Charlene Crowell: Civil servants challenge Education in a combination of federal and Secretary, Betsy Devos private student loan debt. Arespondence was an unexpected 30-day cancellation notice.

It was also one that affects more than 40 million consumers who together owe $1.4 trillion

White America’s president furthered his anti-Black agenda Monday when Donald Trump selected an untrained, ill-equipped executive director of the White House Initiative on Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU's) and then skipped town before HBCU presidents could ask him what the hell he was doing.

Continuing the Trumpster Fire regime’s policy of selecting appointees to positions for which they have no experience or education, Safety-Vest Stalin selected Johnathan Holifield to lead the HBCU initiative, even though Holifield has never attended an HBCU. He has no formal training in higher education, nor has he ever been employed by an HBCU ... or any college or university, for that matter.

Since Republicans were unable to repeal Obama’s Affordable Care Act, Americans can expect substantially larger healthcare premiums in 2018, according to a recent report. The report, released by the Congressional Budget Office, suggests that President Trump is slowly killing+ Obamacare with policies like withholding subsidies that were meant to help low-income citizens pay for their insurance.

Some of the White House tactics The White House, under the Trump administration, has been making some very controversial moves in an attempt to get rid of Obamacare. Here are just a few things that they are doing: · Withholding cost-saving government subsidies · Cutting advertising meant to inform Americans about healthcare signup It’s interesting to note how the President refers to the subsidies as “bailouts.” His exact words in a July tweet were, “If a new HealthCare Bill is not approved quickly, BAILOUTS For Insurance Companies and BAILOUTS for Members of Congress will end very soon!”

Killing Obamacare could result in premiums increasing up to 15 percent and a rise in the number of uninsured people by 2 million between 2017 and 2018. By 2026, the report predicts the number of people uninsured will increase by 3 million.

Some insurance carriers are offering help Seeing the handwriting on the wall, some insurance carriers are offering insurance programs in areas of the country that do not have an ACA insurance carrier. Anthem, for example, recently announced it will sell insurance plans in Virginia.

Obamacare premiums are expected to be lower in 2019 than they will be in 2018. This raises many questions in the minds of Americans as to why Trump is deliberately trying to kill a healthcare program that is insuring more people at a price that is predicted to go down.

Is it simply because Republicans want a healthcare program with their name on it? Who has the backs of all minorities and lowincome Americans who only want affordable health insurance, regardless of what the government calls it?

Some Americans have already spoken: “Get Your Hands Off My Healthcare!”

Morehouse College’s Atlanta University Center

HBCU ranking 2017-18 These Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) were compared only with one another for these HBCU rankings. In order to be on the list, a school must be currently designated by the U.S. Department of Education as an HBCU. To qualify for the U.S. News rankings, an HBCU also must be an undergraduate baccalaureate-granting institution that enrolls primarily first-year, first-time students and must be a school that is part of the 2018 Best Colleges rankings.

By US Education News Rank 1 2 3 4 5 6 6 8 9 9 11 12 13 13 15 16 16 18 19 20 21 22 23 23 25 25 27 27 27 27 31 31 31 34 34 34 34 38 38 38 38 42 42 44 44 46 47 47 47 50 50 52 53 53 55 55

College/University Spelman College Howard University Hampton University Morehouse College Xavier University of Louisiana Florida A&M University Tuskegee University North Carolina A&T State University Claflin University Fisk University Dillard University Tougaloo College Delaware State University North Carolina Central University Jackson State University Clark Atlanta University Morgan State University Johnson C. Smith University Alcorn State University University of Maryland—Eastern Shore Alabama Agricultural and Mechanical University Bowie State University Fayetteville State University Lincoln University Bethune-Cookman University Prairie View A&M University Albany State University Bennett College Norfolk State University Winston-Salem State University Elizabeth City State University Philander Smith College Virginia State University Florida Memorial University Fort Valley State University Oakwood University Tennessee State University Alabama State University Kentucky State University Southern University and A&M College University of Arkansas—Pine Bluff South Carolina State University West Virginia State University Central State University Grambling State University Bluefield State College Lincoln University MO Mississippi Valley State University Texas Southern University Coppin State University St. Augustine’s University Savannah State University University of the District of Columbia Virginia Union University Southern University—New Orleans Wilberforce University

ATLANTA, GA — The National Black Information Technology Leadership Organization (NBITLO) is calling together Higher Education Administrators, HBCU Students, Faculty, Alumni, Tech Leaders, Institutional Advancement Practitioners and Enrollment Management professionals for its first annual HBCU Technology Summit. The event will be held October 27th and 28th, 2017 on the campus of Morehouse College in Atlanta, Georgia’s Atlanta University Center.

The event theme is “Inspiring Innovation, Encouraging Collaboration, and Igniting Entrepreneurship…” Morehouse College, Spelman and Clark Atlanta Universities are proud hosts of this inaugural TechFocused sustainability summit.

“The HBCU Technology Summit is a relevant platform that provides HBCU College Presidents, Higher Ed Veterans, along with Technology Professionals, Entrepreneurs, HBCU Alumni and Students an avenue to begin action-driven discussions involving mapping out the next hundred years of Historically Black Colleges and Universities. We must actively lead the conversation and ignite action tied to the continuity and sustainability of HBCUs. We will begin with an emphasis on aligning Technology Systems to improve operational efficiencies to optimize the student experience, rethink enrollment management, and also better align programs with industry demand, particularly in the STEM and High-Tech spaces,” said NBITLO Founder and HBCU Tech Summit Visionary Andrew West.

The organizers of the HBCU Technology Summit, in conjunction with NBITLO, have issued a “Call for Speakers” to those who work and have worked in the HBCU space in Administration, Enrollment Management, Institutional Advancement, Academic Computing, Technology Systems and those extolling proven practices that will push the leading edge in defining what the new HBCU model for sustainability will look like. They are looking for contributors to the conversation who have respect for the foundations and traditions of HBCUs while also recognizing the amazing potential that can be achieved as we work to reposition our cherished schools for the future while motivating the pursuit of excellence.

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Opinion

The Westside Gazette, under the Management of BI-ADs, Inc., reserves the right to publish Views and Opinions by Contributing Writers that may not necessarily reflect those of the Staff and Management of The Westside Gazette Newspaper and are solely the product of the responsible individual(s) who submits comments published in this newspaper.

‘Determined to divide’

By Pastor Rasheed Z. Baaith “Whoever hates disguises himself with his lips and harbors deceit in his heart; when he speaks graciously, believe him not, for there are seven abominations in his heart.”

(Proverbs 26: 24 – 25) First of all, the protest was never about disrespecting those in the armed services, those who were and are first responders or even the police for that matter. The protest birthed by Colin Kaepernick was to bring attention to the unequal and unfair treatment of Black people and other people of color by some but not all police.

It wasn’t even about the second stanza of the Star Bangled Banner which definitely has some racist lyrics.

The protest was not an incitement to violence, was not noisy, did not compel participation. Nor was it started by a man accused of cheating in a Super

Bowl or of domestic violence or of having an immoral character.

But President Trump has obscured all of that. In his constant determination to divide America in every way he can, he has changed the optics to one not of those exercising their Constitutional right to protest but to a us versus them dynamic. The “us” are patriots who love America and the “them” are those who are not patriotic and who hate America. And “they” hate America despite how good America has been to them. Even more they are “sons of bitches.”

The question becomes why would the President of the United States continue to play wedge politics in this manner, why would he insult the mothers of men he disagreed with and why would he stoke an already hot social fire?

The month of September, 2017 has already been one to remember. It has had weather that has been unpredictable everywhere but in the Bible, a

war of words between two of the most unstable leaders in the world, and a United Nations visit by President Trump that bought anything but unity.

The Florida Keys has been devastated by a hurricane, the Carribbean will never be the same and Puerto Rico has no communications, no water, no infrasturture. But what is in the mind of the President? He is consumed by the NFL players taking a knee during the National Anthym because it is their right to do so. Surely there are other things he should be more concerned about. Like healthcare.

Trump’s desire to keep America divided by race, gender, class, education and political perspective is his daily agenda. He does not care what effect this nihilistic destructive thinking has on the country. He and those with him, this group of 21st century Nazis

Letter to the editor article about Dr. Bentley “I can relate to Dr. Bentley. There is an undeniable air of contempt between many administrators and many teachers and it boils over into the classroom and disrupts the children. I worked for Millennium’s Cheryl Cendan and it was a horrible work environment for me. I was not one of her favorites so the woman took her course. Fortunately for me there was a lovely man, Willie Dudley, who protected me. The BTU was very helpful too. Principal Cendan’s Millennium was awful for me and many others. Mr. Dudley was a hero and was Cendan’s boss so he put things into perspective for her and for me. The head of Broward’s science department, Dr Keener, also championed me. They both used logic and common sense.

Today, 11 years later, I am still teaching and I am a union steward so I see even more bullying from admin but now I get to be part of the solutions. I have nothing to lose so I always just tell the truth and tell it all! Our union is now stronger and more connected. As an employee, I won’t forget the rancid treatment of teachers and as a unionist, I can help. I love the work and the kids no matter what else happens.”

Robin Rothman NBCT

To “Dis” or Not to “Dis” the Flag

By Reverend Dr. Derrick J. Hughes Part One of Two

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The national flag of the United States of America is a symbol of freedom, liberty and human rights. It is a symbol of hope and all that we believe in as Americans. It is a symbol that some men rally behind, whether on our shores or in foreign territories.

The stars on the flag represent the 50 states of the United States of America, and the stripes represent the 13 British colonies that declared independence from the Kingdom of Great Britain, and became the first states in the U.S. The U.S. flag—The Stars and Stripes, Old Glory, and even The StarSpangled Banner as it is nicknamed— is considered sacred by some, which will explain why the desecration of the flag is considered a public outrage, but remains protected as freedom of speech. Scholars have noted the irony that “the flag is so revered because it represents the land of the free, and that freedom includes the ability to use or abuse that flag in protest”. Yet, there are those who say the flag holds no value for them at all and believe it’s nothing more than a symbol of a broken country.

For those who hold the flag in high esteem, it is about the beauty of living in America and enjoying the rights associated with our free democracy; those that have been paid for by blood, sweat, limbs, and even lives. It is because of this, that those who oppose issues in America and protest by burning the flag or kneeling during the National Anthem—the song associated with salute to the flag—are deemed unpatriotic or simply, “disrespectful”.

Over the last few years, this country has seen a public outcry over the increasing numbers of police brutality, especially in disproportionate numbers against African Americans. We’ve seen the likes of Travon Martin, Philando Castile, Eric Garner, Mike Brown, and many more killed in controversial confrontations by law enforcement officers only to have all of them adjudicated with no convictions.

It was Sunday, August 14, 2016 when San Francisco’s quarterback Colin Kaepernick, an African American, sat during the playing of the National Anthem before a pre-season game. Initially, he went unnoticed because he wasn’t in uniform and did not play because of an injury. By August 26, he made national headlines for again, sitting during the playing of the National Anthem.

Kaepernick told the media after the game he sat because of the oppression of people of color and ongoing issues with police brutality.

“I am not going to stand up to show pride in a flag for a country that oppresses Black people and people of color,” Kaepernick said, via NFL.com. “To me, this is bigger than football and it would be selfish on my part to look the other way.

There are bodies in the street and people getting paid leave and getting away with murder.”

When interviewed, Kaepernick said, “I’m going to continue to stand with the people that are being oppressed. To me, this is something that has to change. When there’s significant change and I feel that flag represents what it’s supposed to represent, and this country is representing people the way that it’s supposed to, I’ll stand.”

Unlike what some in the media, NFL and President Donald Trump has proclaimed, for Kaepernick, his position to not stand during the playing of the National Anthem was not about failing to appreciate those who have suffered greatly in respect of the flag. In fact, he said, “I have great respect for the men and women that have fought for this country. I have family…I have friends that have gone and fought for this country. And they fight for freedom, they fight for the people, they fight for liberty and justice, for everyone. That’s not happening. People are dying in vain because this country isn’t holding their end of the bargain up, as far as giving freedom and justice, liberty to everybody.

That’s something that’s not happening. I’ve seen videos, I’ve seen circumstances where men and women that have been in the military have come back and been treated unjustly by the country they fought have for, and have been murdered by the country they fought for, on our land. That’s not right.”

So, did Colin Kaepernick “Dis” the flag by not standing and by kneeling down? Many have decided to register their opposition to policies and laws that are unjust in this country by sitting, kneeling and taking a stand.

Whenever those who were bold enough to show their opposition did so, they too have been called wrong, ungrateful and disrespectful.

Recently, President Trump said while campaigning in Alabama, “Wouldn’t you like to see one of our NFL owners, when somebody disrespects the flag, say, ‘Get that son-of-abitch off the field.’”

want a country where everyone looks the same, thinks the same and behaves the same. They want a country where truth is defined by what is they say truth is. And by them alone.

Yet here is the national reality: while the majority of Americans did not vote to put this coarse, uncultured, insensitive man in the highest office in the land, enough Americans did.

They wanted someone as angry, unreasoning and frightened as they were.

They got him.

Still, there’s hope. The back lash against the President’s vulgar and deceptive remarks has come from every direction. And I believe the response has to come from the people because the political apparatus is proving to be incapable of saying what needs to be said.

All we can hope is the next fire the President lights doesn’t burn this country down.

Letter to Editor

Ask and you shall receive!!!

By James J. Hankins Excerpt from my book “What We Blacks Need To Do”-The sacrifice and promise. Most ladies and their partners changed many of their habits and promised GOD they would be the best parents if He would allow their baby to be born healthy. Their life was centered around the precious baby for nine months. Your baby is now in school and needs your undivided attention for this nine-month school year.

Guide and help them by making their education your 1st priority. With your hands-on help, they can make 2017/ 2018 their most productive school year!!!

Don’t Let “45” take credit for President Obama’s Economy Julianne Malveaux says that the income gap between Blacks and Whites won’t change unless there is some form of reparations, or special economic programs for Blacks.

By Julianne Malveaux (NNPA Newswire Columnist) The income, poverty and health insurance data released by the Census Bureau on September 13 confirms what many of us already knew. President Obama’s last year was one of economic improvement for many individuals. The median income rose from $57,230 in 2015 to $59,039 in 2016, an increase of 3.2 percent. Black income rose 5.4 percent, from $37, 364 in 2015 to $39,400 in 2016, while white income rose from $63, 745 to $65,041, an increase of two percent.

The income gap narrowed very slightly, with African Americans making 58 percent of White earnings in 2015 and 60 percent of White earnings in 2016.

This income ratio typically hovers around 60 percent, and this situation has not improved, since 1967. Despite an absolute improvement in incomes, the racial income disparity remains.

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President Trump was never about the majority of Americans

By Roger Caldwell When Republicans and President Trump talk about the American people, they are talking about their base, and the majority of them are white. There is very little talk about the Black community, because they are invisible, and invisible people don’t exist.

Occasionally the mid-stream news will talk about the Black deaths in Chicago, or a successful Black entrepreneur, or a successful Black musician, but no one discusses the state of the Black community. Entertainment and sports are subjects that Blacks are allowed to talk about, but no one talks about the mistreatment of Black seniors who have no food, or the single Black mothers who can’t make ends meet.

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Combatting terror is a joint effort

The unimaginable horrors of the 9/ 11 terror attacks remain as painful today as they did that fateful Tuesday morning 16 years ago. None of us will ever forget where we were as the chaos and carnage unfolded—and nearly 3,000 innocent souls perished before our eyes. The heinous assault forever altered the course of history and our lives.

Yet we rose from the ashes and smoldering remains a stronger nation—a nation which courageously channeled its fear, anguish and anger into constructive action that has produced positive results for our country and at home here in Broward County.

Though we can never and should never claim victory in the war against terror, Broward is safer today as a result of the efforts by the Broward Sheriff’s Office. Since 2001, BSO has undergone transformational changes and has forged a strong spirit of cooperation with numerous law enforcement entities. Today, we’re working smarter and training harder as part of our relentless mission to keep residents and visitors out of harm’s way. After all, if you’re not prepared, you’re prepared to fail.

The efforts begin with the work our dedicated men and women perform each day, including individuals who serve in various roles and perform critical tasks as part of BSO’s Homeland Security Unit. This specialized unit includes Intelligence, the Bomb Squad and the Covert Electronic Surveillance Unit, and is a vital component to combatting terrorism.

This unit’s importance was seen in January during the shooting at Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood international Airport. Within 30 minutes, our Homeland Security Unit knew the attacker’s identity and gathered a dossier of information about him and his possible motives and affiliations.

In addition, BSO has dedicated personnel assigned to the South Florida Joint Terrorism Task Force (SFJTTF).

The task force, comprised of local, state and federal authorities, helps protect our nation by serving as valuable conduits for sharing vital homeland security information and countering domestic terrorism.

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Racism,zero tolerance mean school failure

By Kevin Palmer Underprivileged parents fail their children because of inadequate parenting skills. However, failing schools fail their students because of greed, as well as, draconian zero tolerance and drug-free school policies that are rooted in racism which is why African Americans are disproportionately punished and marginalized.

As far as the problem of failing schools and greed, noted African American psychologist Dr. Amos Wilson said, “If you want to understand any problem in America, you must focus on who profits from that problem, not who suffers from the problem.” Those who profit include greedy corporations, politicians, attorneys, and contractors who see tremendous profit in school failure because failure produces failing students and failing students mean a steady stream of warm bodies for the legal system and prison industrial complex. In an October 2016 New York Times article, The Unintended Consequences of Taking a Hard Line on School Discipline, the “school-toprison-pipeline” created by zero tolerance policies is described. The article states, “Young people are suspended from classes for long stretches, or are handed over to police. As a result, they become prime candidates for quitting school entirely.

Dropping out, in turn, makes them less likely to find jobs and more likely to become part of the criminal class.”

Unfortunately, many become underprivileged parents. Therefore, chronic school failure has more to do with greed, racism, and calloused policies and less to do with underprivileged parents.

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College affordability is a family affair Johnny C. Taylor, Jr. says that choosing the right college is a decision requiring substantial research and a strategic approach.

By Johnny C. Taylor, Jr. (President and CEO, Thurgood Marshall College Fund) Do you have $100,000 saved for your child to earn a fouryear public college degree or as much as $200,000 for that same student to attend a private university? Paying for the high cost of college is a major burden facing many families across the country. In fact, according to a recent study by the Institute for Higher Education Policy, for families from low-income communities, the financial burden can seem daunting and even insurmountable. The cost to earn a college degree can sometimes eliminate higher education options for many deserving and qualified students. Fortunately, across government, corporate and philanthropic circles, millions of people are dedicated to addressing this issue by providing much-needed resources.

As we work toward equalizing college access and affordability, it is up to families to take specific action in identifying the elements that can make for the best collegiate experience as shaped by costs, training, and student culture. As a parent myself, and leader in the Historically Black College and University (HBCU) space, the issue of college affordability is one that I confront regularly.

The good news is that there are things we can do to make sure every student with the grades, desire and work ethic to go to college can do so without fi-

nances being the barrier to their success.

Parents must start the conversation early and take the financial lead Even if a child is poised to be the first in his or her family to attend college, which should be applauded, it is up to the parents to know key details about applying, enrolling, and paying tuition along the way.

High school students usually consider which colleges they want to attend for a myriad of reasons outside of their career interests and what they can afford. Parents, so excited their child has decided to go to college, then begin the process of figuring out how they will meld savings, get loans and apply for scholarships to cover the cost, sadly on a semester-bysemester basis. This is before figuring out if the school of choice is a good fit for their child’s aptitude and outlook on education and professional development.

Parents should have honest conversations with their children beginning as early as the sixth grade about how much personal money may be available for college. There are a lot of hidden college-related costs outside of just tuition. Remember, there are application fees, medical examinations and vaccinations, travel costs, payments for housing, food, books, supplies, and computers.

If parents don’t have the extra money to contribute to their children’s education, they must look at alternate options available based on their combined family income.

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Bethel Missionary Baptist Church 2211 N.W. 7th Street, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33061 Church: (954) 583-9368 Email: bethelmbchurchfl@att.net

Reverend Jimmy L. English PASTOR WORSHIP SERVICES Sunday Worship ............................................................. 8 a.m. & 11 a.m.

Sunday School ........................................................................... 9:30 a.m.

Wednesday (Prayer Service & Bible Study) ............................... 7:30 a.m.

Saturday (Women Bible Study) ............................................................ 8 a.m.

"Baptized Believers working together to do the will of God"

New Birth Baptist Church The Cathedral of Faith International Bishop Victor T. Curry, M.Min., D.Div. Senior Pastor/Teacher 2300 N.W. 135th Street Miami, Florida 33167

Rev. Stanley Melek, M.Div 2351 N.W. 26th Street Oakland Park, Florida 33311 Church Telephone: (954) 731-0520

SERVICES Sunday Worship ................................................. 7:30 a.m. & 10:30 a.m.

Sunday School .............................................................................. 9:00 a.m.

Wednesday (Bible Study) ........................................... 11a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

1-800-254-NBBC * (305) 685-3700 (o) *(305) 685-0705 (f) www.newbirthbaptistmiami.org

New Mount Olive Baptist Church 400 N.W. 9th Ave., Ft. Lauderdale 33311 (954) 463-5126 ● Fax: (954) 525-9454 CHURCH OFFICE HOURS Monday - Friday 8:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Dr. Marcus D. Davidson, Senior Pastor WORSHIP SERVICES & BIBLE STUDY Sunday .................................................... 7:15 a.m. 9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m.

Sunday School ............................................................................ 10:00 a.m.

Wednesday Noonday Service .................................. 12:00-12:30 p.m.

Wednesday Night Prayer Meeting ............................................ 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday Night Bible Study ................................................... 7:00 p.m.

Where the kingdom of God is increased through Fellowship.

Leadership, Ownership and Worship F.L.O.W. To Greatness!

Williams Memorial CME “PRAYER IS THE ANSWER” 644-646 NW 13th Terrace Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33311 (954) 462-5711(Ministry Office Line) (954) 462-8222(Pastor’s Direct Line) Email: wm_cme@bellsouth.net (Church} pastorCal50@yahoo.com (Pastor)

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The WITNESS of “The WILL” Sunday Worship Experiences ................................................................ 7:45 and 11:00 a.m.

Sunday School ................................................................................................................. 9:30 a.m.

Tuesday Night Triumph {Prayer, Praise and Power} Prayer Meeting ................................................................................................................ 7:00 p.m.

Bible Study ........................................................................................................................ 7:30 p.m.

Mount Calvary Baptist Church

SCHEDULE OF SERVICES SUNDAY

New Member Orientation ........................... 9:30 a.m.

Sunday School ................................................ 9:30 a.m.

Worship Service ........................................ 11:00 a.m.

WEDNESDAY Prayer Meeting ............................................... 6:00 p.m.

Bible Study ..................................................... 7:00 p.m.

"Doing God's Business God's Way, With a Spirit of Excellence"

Mount Hermon A.M.E. Church Rev Henry E. Green, Jr. PASTOR 401 N.W. 7th Terrace, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311 Phone: (954) 463-6309 - FAX 954 522-4113 Office Hours: Tues. - Fri. 8:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Email: infor@mthermonftl.com

SUNDAY CHURCH SERVICES Worship Service ................................................................................... 10 a.m.

Church School ..................................................................................... 9:15 a.m.

BIBLE STUDY: Wednesday ................................................................... 10 a.m.

Gems & Jewels Ministry Senior Wednesday Wednesday (Bible Study) ............................................... 12 Noon & 7- 8 p.m.

Daily Prayer Line ...................................................................................... 6 a.m.

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Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church 1161 NW 29th Terr., Fort Lauderdale, Fla. 33311 (954) 581-0455 ● Fax: (954) 581-4350 www.mtzionmbc1161.com

Dr. James B. Darling, Jr., Pastor/Teacher WORSHIP SERVICES Worship Service ............................................................................................................ 10:15 a.m.

Sunday School ................................................................................................................ 9:00 a.m.

Communion Service (1st Sunday) ........................................................................... 10:15 a.m.

Wednesday Night Prayer Meeting ........................................................................... 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday Night Bible Study ................................................................................... 7:00 p.m.

Saturday (2nd & 4th) Christian Growth & Orientation ................................... 8:30 a.m.

But be doers of the Word - James 1:22 nkjv - “A Safe Haven, and you can get to Heaven from here”

Mount Zion African Methodist Episcopal Church, Oakland Park "The Miracle On 33rd Street" 420 N.E. 33rd Street Oakland Park, Florida 33334 Church: (954) 563-3060 Email: mtzion420@gmail.com

Rev. George A. Hardy, Pastor SERVICES Sunday Church School ................................................................... 8:45 a.m.

Sunday Morning Worship ........................................................... 10:00 a.m.

Tuesday Night (Family Prayer & Bible Study) ........................... 7:00 p.m.

Wednesday (Prayer Conference Line) ................................................ 8:00 p.m.

(Dail (786) 233-6715 - Acess Code 703513) Oakland Park CDC (Senior Activity Center) Daily ............10 a.m. & 2:00 p.m.

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Obituaries James C. Boyd Funeral Home BROWN Funeral services for the late Baby Boy Tarvaris Devonte Brown – 1 month were held September 22 at James C. Boyd’s Memorial Chapel.

CARTER Funeral services for the late Kalvin Lamont Carter – 46 will be held in Lawrenceville, VI. CHEVANNES Funeral services for the late Annie Mark Chevannes – 87 were held September 23 at James C. Boyd’s Memorial Chapel with Rev. Charles Hatcher officiating. Interment: Sunset Memorial Gardens.

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ORDER OF SERVICES Sunday Worship ........................................................ 7:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m. & 7:00 p.m.

Sunday School ....................................................................................................... 9:30 a.m.

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Harris Chapel United Methodist Church E-MAIL:stanley.melek@flumc.org

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Q & A: What does Reverend Deal say?

‘All of our information about angels comes from Scripture’ Question: Do angels really exist?

Answer: To believe in the existence of angels one must believe in an invisible realm or a celestial heaven. And in this spiritual heaven celestial beings (angels) exist. All of our information about angels comes from Scripture.

Scripture tells us that some will not believe in the existence of angels (Acts: 23:8). Also, the Bible warns us that” Be not forgetful to entertain strangers: for thereby some have entertained angels unawares” (Hebrews 13:2). In other words we are to treat everyone with love and respect. Angelology is study of angels. Under the doctrine of Angelology three areas are considered: Holy angels, fallen angels (demons) and satan. Yes, Satan was once a great angel.

God utilizes angels in His administration so frequent that they are mentioned 108 times in the Old Testament and 165 times in the New Testament. Whether holy or unholy the celestial beings “angels” were created by God. Michael and his angels fought against the dragon and his angels…. (Revelation 12:7).

The word “angel” in Hebrew is Mal’ak , and in Greek angelos means ‘messengers. The holy angels are messengers of God, fallen angels are messengers of Satan. Remember that 1/3 of the angels in heaven were kicked out by God. The Nature of angels – just to name a few: (1) they are spirits.

They do not have physical bodies. (2) They are not to be worshipped. (Colossians 2:18) (3) They can assume the form of human bodies (4) They are a company, not a race. They all were created at one time. They do not die. (5) They are vast in number (Hebrews 12:22). (6) They have personalities. (7) They possess wisdom and power (Mt 24:36).

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Musician Vacancy Announcement New Hope Baptist Church of Fort Lauderdale, Inc. is seeking a musician. This part time position will primarily be responsible for playing the piano/organ for volunteer choirs, playing congregational music, assisting with solos, duets, trios, ensembles, instrumental or vocal on a regular basis in the worship services. This person will be responsible for playing the piano/organ for choir rehearsals and Sunday services. The music style of New Hope Baptist Church of Fort Lauderdale, Inc. is traditional with some contemporary praise music.

This person must work well with the Pastor and choir members, reports to the Administrative Committee. Work is reviewed through observation, supervisory evaluation, committee and congregational feedback for effectiveness.

If you are interested in this position please submit a cover letter, resume and three (3) references to: New Hope Baptist Church of Fort Lauderdale, Inc. Attn: Administrative Committee 1321 Sistrunk Boulevard Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311

COOPER Funeral services for the late Bobby Jean Cooper- 75 were held September 21 at James C. Boyd’s Memorial Chapel with Min. Jerome Brooks officiating.

FAULKNER Funeral services for the late Mary Louise Faulkner – 58 were held September 23 at First Baptist Church Piney Grove with Apostle Jimmie L. Butler officiating. Interment: Sunset Memorial Gardens.

GOODGAME Funeral services for the late Enos Samuel Goodgame – 70 were held September 23 at James C. Boyd’s Memorial Chapel with Mr. O’Neil Brown officiating.

GRAYHEART Funeral services for the late Annette Marie Grayheart – 59 were held September 16 at Mount Zion AME Church with Pastor Devon Grayheart officiating.

SCOTT Funeral services for thelate Aesha Arifah Scott – 69 were held September 23 at Berean Church of God with Pastor Trevor Wallace officiating. Interment: Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens (Central

McWhite's Funeral Home BRIZARD Funeral services for the late Marie Edith Brizard - 87 were held September 23 at McWhite’s Funeral Home Chapel. Interment: Forest Lawn Cemetery Central.

BROWN Funeral services for the late Antoinette Brown - 55 were held September 23 at McWhite’s Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Willie Clyde Williams officiating.

DECIME Funeral services for the late Bernard Decime - 60 were

held September 22 at McWhite’s Funeral Home Chapel.

LAYTON Funeral services for the late Min Elaine Layton – 59 were held September 23 at McWhite’s Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Vernell Everett officiating.

MONROE Funeral services for the late Charlyne W. Monroe - 77 were held September 23 at New Mount Olive Baptist Church with Pastor Rev. Marcus Davidson officiating. Interment: Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, VI. MURPHY Funeral services for the late Jacquelyn Murphy – 59 were held September 23 at McWhite’s Funeral Home Chapel with Min. Richard Robinson officiating. Interment: Sunset Memorial Gardens.

NELSON Funeral services for the late Annie B. Jenkins Nelson – 93 were held September 23 at New Mount Olive Baptist Church with Pastor Marcus D. Davidson officiating..

Interment: Forest Lawn Central.

RHUE Funeral services for the late Sylvia “Toonie” Rhue – 43 were held September 23 at William Memorial with Pastor Calvin Hopkins officiating. Interment: Sunset Memorial Gardens.

SIMPSON Funeral services for the late Shevin D. “Bo” Simpson, Sr. – 40 were held September 23 at McWhite’s Funeral Home Chapel with Min. officiating. Interment: Sunset Memorial Gardens.

Roy Mizell & Kurtz Funeral Home ADDERLEY Funeral services for the late Addie Adderley - 93 were held September 22 at Bethel Missionary Baptist Church with Pastor Jimmy English officiating. Interment: Sunset Memorial Gardens.

CHANCE Funeral services for the late Gregory Spencer Chance - 65 were held September 23 at Roy Mizell & Kurtz Worship Center with Dr. James B. Darling, Jr. officiating. Interment: VA National Cemetery, Lake Worth, Fl. PRESCOTT Funeral services for the late Mary Lee Prescott - 91 were held September 23 at Roy Mizell & Kurtz Worship Center with Dr. James B. Darling, Jr. officiating.

SHEPHERD Funeral services for the late Walter Shepherd - 76 were held September 23 at Roy Mizell Kurtz Worship Center with Dr. James B. Darling, Jr. officiating.

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Prominent rapper refuses to perform at Super Bowl halftime show

By Byler Henry

Jay-Z has not yet stated why he has declined, but it seems to be a protest against the NFL for Blackballing Colin Kaepernick.

At his concert in New York, Jay-Z dedicated his song “The Story of O.J.� from his album 4:44 to Kaepernick. Colin has decided to kneel during the anthem last season, to protest against the killing of unarmed Black men by the police.

Although he has stated numerous times his protest was not about disrespecting the flag or the military, there are those who keep saying otherwise.

They turn his intentions around and try to ignore what the message is. Sweeping the issue

The Super Bowl is the biggest game of the NFL season. The best team of the AFC battles the best team of the NFC to determine the best team in the NFL for that season. The Super Bowl has also hosted many memorable performances with their halftime shows. Many

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under the rug and ignoring it is not going to make it go away.

Colin deserves a job in the NFL; there are teams who need some help at the quarterback position. Colin has taken the 49ers to the Super Bowl and an NFC championship game, so his resume speaks for itself. Any other quarterback would have been offered a job by now, and many quarterbacks who are average or subpar have been offered a job. Many teams who need a reliable backup haven't even gave Kaepernick a tryout.

It seems as if the NFL has closed the door on him this season, even though he still wants to play.

Although the Super Bowl halftime show is a big stage, there are bigger fish to fry. The issue of police encounters with unarmed Black men. That’s the main issue that Kaepernick wants to draw attention to. We have a professional Black athlete who is willing to stand up for what he believes in, and speak up about a worthy cause but instead of looking up to him as a role model he is shunned and looked upon as a villain.

The NFL is making it clear that you will be granted a second chance in the NFL as long as you are silent about Black and minority issues. You can do everything else and be forgiven. Hopefully other prominent musicians take the same stance and not perform at the halftime show.

"Others determine your reputation, but only YOU determine your integrity."

Jay Z musicians have performed on the big stage: Michael Jackson, The Rolling Stones, Madonna, Prince, James Brown, ZZ Top, Phil Collins, Beyonce, Aerosmith etc. Rapper Jay-Z has decided not to perform at this year’s show. I commend Jay-Z for declining the halftime show invitation. He is telling the NFL, that he supports and stands behind Kaepernick.

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Gina Brown: Making space for the next woman Submited by The Black AIDS Institute The Black AIDS Institute’s Heroes in the Struggle Gala and Award Celebration honors, in a star-studded event and photographic tribute, individuals and organizations that, over the past year, have made a heroic contribution to the fight BROWN against HIV/AIDS. Below, one in a series profiling the 2017 honorees.

Gina Brown considers it an honor to be recognized as a Hero in the Struggle. “I didn’t believe it because my trauma tells me you’re gonna always be nothing; because that’s what I heard all my life—from people in the street, from home,” she says. Brown, who dropped out of middle school and overcame crack addiction as well as sexual and physical abuse, has turned her life around and has become an outspoken AIDS advocate and champion of the people, a feat worthy of celebration.

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NNPA, Pfizer poll Black community about Sickle Cell Disease NNPA, Pfizer release groundbreaking poll about Sickle Disease in the Black community

NNPA President and CEO Benjamin F. Chavis, Jr. (far left) and NNPA Chairman Dorothy Leavell (3rd from left) joined researchers from Howard University and Pfizer officials to release a new poll on sickle cell disease at the National Press Club in Washington, D.C. (Freddie Allen/ AMG/NNPA)

By Stacy M. Brown, (NNPA Newswire Contributor) A new poll about sickle cell disease (SCD), presented by the National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA) and Pfizer revealed that while the majority of respondents were familiar with the illness, less than 40 percent realized that it disproportionately affects people of African descent.

The NNPA is a trade group that represents more than 200 African American-owned community newspapers operating in the United States. Earlier this year, Pfizer partnered with the NNPA to increase awareness about SCD in the Black community and to encourage greater participation in clinical trials for treatments involving the disease.

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How is the FDA encouraging new treatments?

Submitted by the FDA's Consumer Updates Working with stakeholders The FDA continues to work with stakeholders—including patients, academics and companies developing treatments—to improve therapeutic options for people living with SCD. A growing number of new products is in the pipeline, and researchers are exploring new treatment approaches. “These potential treatments are in different stages of development, including early and late clinical trials,” Farrell says. (Clinical trials are voluntary human research studies designed to answer specific questions about the safety and effectiveness of potential new treatments—or to study new ways of using existing treatments.)

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B-CU Center for Information TTechnology echnology Plays Vital Role in Hurricane Irma Emergency Operations One of the most important things about the recovery effort is keeping in touch with you. Social media has been a wonderful, effective tool. However, the official forms of communication are so essential in resuming normalcy on the Bethune-Cookman campus.

For that, extend thanks to Telecommunications Manager Darryl Spain, who will in turn, thank his colleagues in the Center of Information Technology… and even to those on campus servers who have yet to go down.

The official web site, yes, went down for a little while Monday, but that had to do with connectivity issues with a service interruption that shut down all of Daytona Beach.

As soon as that happened, Spain was in contact with John DiNardo, the Director of Network Support Service and Telecommunications, who has been managing his tasks via remote.

All the emails and website con-

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Coral Springs, FL 33065 Troy A George 901 NE 49th St Deerfield Beach, FL 33064 William W Green Jr. 2340 NW 10th Ct Pompano Beach, FL 33069 Bruce E Hargrett th 217 SW 19 Ave Ft Lauderdale, FL 33312 Dylan P Henderson 3370 Beau Rivage Dr, Apt D 2 Pompano Beach, FL 33064

Michelle Jackson 2617 NE 13th Ave Pompano Beach, FL 33064 Perry M Jones Sr. 3546 NW 34th St Lauderdale Lakes, FL 33309

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Lauderdale Lakes, FL 33313 Charles W Marshall 6113 Plunkett St Hollywood, FL 33023 Tavaris McGriff 2608 Plunkett St Hollywood, FL 33020 James Montgomery Jr. th 5811 NW 17 Pl, Apt O Sunrise, FL 33313 Viki L Nugent rd 1 NW 33 Terr.

Lauderhill, FL 33311 Damon L Peele th 1876 SW 94 Ave Miramar, FL 33025 David P Pickett 417 Davie Blvd Ft Lauderdale, FL 33315 Richard F Riccardo 4326 Bougainvilla Dr, Apt 310 Laud By The Sea, FL 33308

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tent was backed up and sent to a server in Miami. Yes, Miami.

Those servers never went down, either.

Also part of this team is Julian Walker, who has been updating the web site content as fast as provided.

“I am very proud of this team,” Spain said. “When the site went down, I was John’s eyes and ears. We’ve been working together and supporting each other.”

And it isn’t just internet and email. All of the University’s official cyberspace, including the ones with student grades, are safe and sound in an airconditioned vault in Faith Hall, purring like kittens.

Spain’s very proud of the servers, also. It’s like on Star Trek the way Scotty treated the Enterprise’s engines like children.

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John E Schupbach 6102 Loquat Cir Tamarac, FL 33319 Terry Sheppard th 3880 NW 5 St Lauderhill, FL 33311 Ralph M Skidmore 37 Shirlee St, Apt 70 Pembroke Park, FL 33009 Shawn R Stanislowski th 522 NW 97 Ave Plantation, FL 33324 Jonathan A Taylor 7969 SW 7th Ct, Apt 22 North Lauderdale, FL 33068 Hazel J Thomas 2921 NW 7th St Pompano Beach, FL 33069 George P Trodella th 1400 SE 11 Ct Ft Lauderdale, FL 33316 Kristi Weitner 2507 Cleveland St, Apt F Hollywood, FL 33020

Notice is hereby given to: / At the Last known address: Chaka S Alexis 2780 Somerset Dr, Apt 312 Lauderdale Lakes, FL 33311 Linda Almodovar th 2775 NW 29 Pl Oakland Park, FL 33311 Jose L Baez Rivera 9441 Live Oak Pl, Apt 404 Davie, FL 33324 Patricia R Boy th 3100 NE 47 Ct, PH 6 Ft Lauderdale, FL 33308 Shaniqua D Brown th 2151 NW 7 St, Apt 6 Ft Lauderdale, FL 33311 Tevin Butts 5388 Balsam Terr.

Plantation, FL 33317 Jason E Cox 2056 Scott St Hollywood, FL 33020 Handerson Damier II th 2167 NW 139 Ave Pembroke Pines, FL 33028 Ryanne R Dunford 2897 NE 13th Ave Pompano Beach, FL 33064 Keith L Facyson th 1791 NW 35 Way Ft Lauderdale, FL 33311 Derrick D Freeman 1740 NW 60th Ave, Apt 16 Sunrise, FL 33313 Jhony Germain th 816 NW 18 Ave Ft Lauderdale, FL 33311 Casey B Green 6500 Cypress Rd, Apt 409 Plantation, FL 33317 Gabrielle Harty nd 4751 SW 152 Way Miramar, FL 33027 Jose E Hernandez th 4156 SW 24 St Ft Lauderdale, FL 33317 Jermany V James st 8841 SW 21 St Miramar, FL 33025 Angela R Jones th 3960 SW 145 Ave Miramar, FL 33027 Kent Kerilus 1204 SW 75th Ave North Lauderdale, FL 33068

Lance H Kornberg th 5920 NW 126 Terr.

Coral Springs, FL 33076 Tavaris M Lewis th 1605 NW 11 St Ft Lauderdale, FL 33311 Wayne A Mascolo II 1421 S Ocean Dr. Ft Lauderdale, FL 33316 Christopher M McGruder nd 261 SW 2 Ct Deerfield Beach, FL 33441 Madelyn D Mosley 6210 SW 10th Ct North Lauderdale, FL 33068 Guillermo Nunez 201 Racquet Club Rd, Apt 310 N

Weston, FL 33326

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Notice is hereby given to: / At the Last known address: Eddie B Allen Jr. 6420 SW 18th Ct North Lauderdale, FL 33068 Grace Y Alvarado 11978 Washington St Pembroke Pines, FL 33025 James R Baker Jr. 680 SW 7th St Pompano Beach, FL 33060 Avoin S Bradshaw 1889 NW 6th Ave Pompano Beach, FL 33060 Tanya M Brown th 305 SW 9 Ave, Apt 1 Ft Lauderdale, FL 33312 Careca C Caballero th 2041 NW 48 Terr.

Lauderhill, FL 33313 Matthew J Coyle 1620 SW 6th Ave Pompano Beach, FL 33060 Markens P Daou 3683 NW 26th St Lauderdale Lakes, FL 33311 Bradley J Ecklund th 6800 NW 39 Ave Lot 351 Coconut Creek, FL 33073 Josue M Faura th 5341 SW 130 Terr.

Miramar, FL 33027 Lagrand Gamble st 924 NE 1 St, Apt 1 Ft Lauderdale, FL 33311 Jay Gerst st 2618 NW 91 Ave Coral Springs, FL 33065 Theresa M Guagliardo 7640 Kimberly Blvd, Unit 1 C North Lauderdale, FL 33068

Tanya Harvey th 2541 NW 14 Ct Ft Lauderdale, FL 33311 Victor Hernandez 14641 S Beckley Sq. Davie, FL 33325 Debra A Jennings th 1620 SW 11 Ct Ft Lauderdale, FL 33312 Deborah J Kauffman 118 SW 9th St Hallandale Beach, FL 33009 Shazad T Kerry 3261 Holiday Spgs. Blvd, Apt 307 Margate, FL 33063

Mark J Larocca st 6530 SW 41 St Davie, FL 33314 Carmen M Lopez 21611 S Heritage Cir Pembroke Pines, FL 33029 Johnny L Masses 4413 Treehouse Ln, Apt E Tamarac, FL 33319 Roxanna M Messa th 14400 NW 16 St Pembroke Pines, FL 33028 Ronald R Newby 181 Lyons Rd Coconut Creek, FL 33063 Johnathan Ortiz th 600 SW 17 St Ft Lauderdale, FL 33315 Juan C Peroldo st 1911 SW 81 Way Davie, FL 33324 Waldeck Polydor th 712 SW 16 Ave, Apt 2 Ft Lauderdale, FL 33312 Andy E Rodrigo 5445 NW 37th Ave North Lauderdale, FL 33309 Erica T Rosenthal th 2176 SW 117 Terr.

Davie, FL 33325 Barbara A Secody 1902 Fletcher St Hollywood, FL 33020 Samuel Silver st 4211 NE 1 Terr.

Deerfield Beach, FL 33064 Cameron B Spencer 340 NE 29th St, Apt 1 Pompano Beach, FL 33064 Allen D Strickland 2275 NE 12th St, Apt 19 Pompano Beach, FL 33062 Ronald C Thermidor rd 5520 SW 33 St, Apt 1 Pembroke Park, FL 33023 Sedrick Thompson th 516 NW 7 Terr.

Ft Lauderdale, FL 33311 Danielle Vecchio th 540 N 66 Ave Hollywood, FL 33024 Morgan S Wood 3752 S Flamingo Rd Davie, FL 33330

Notice is hereby given to: / At the Last known address: Jed R Allen st 101 NE 41 St, Apt 71 E Oakland Park, FL 33334 Elmore Amerson 506 Gardens Dr, Apt 103 Pompano Beach, FL 33069 Jeremy D Benjamin th 5213 NW 24 Ct Lauderhill, FL 33313 Yoel Brito Sr. th 21821 NW 6 St Pembroke Pines, FL 33029 John C Bungert th 1430 NW 113 Ave Pembroke Pines, FL 33026 Michael L Calloway Jr. th 2403 NW 26 St Oakland Park, FL 33311 Martavis F Cross th 2858 SW 4 Ct Ft Lauderdale, FL 33312 Milton P Desir 7940 Ramona St Miramar, FL 33023 Jimmy L Ennis th 413 NW 14 Terr.

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David A Gilbert 2135 Plunkett ST Hollywood, FL 33020 Quincy T Halley 7821 Ramona St Miramar, FL 33023 Ellis L Hayek th 1640 NW 5 Ave Ft Lauderdale, FL 33311 Rodrick D Hires rd 737 SW 3 Pl Dania Beach, FL 33004 Antonio R Jiménez th 3404 SW 24 Ct Ft Lauderdale, FL 33312 Timothy L Kelly Sr. th 540 NW 4 Ave, Apt 1005 Ft Lauderdale, FL 33311 Robert T King III th 7604 NW 18 Ct Margate, FL 33063 Evan M Leif rd 4224 SW 63 Ave, Apt 2 Davie, FL 33314 Kenyata S Major th 1130 NW 29 Way, Apt 2 Ft Lauderdale, FL 33311 Aaron L Mc Cree Jr. 707 SW 7th St Dania Beach, FL 33004 Francis Monico 1590 Fairway Rd Pembroke Pines, FL 33026 Jason A Newman th 7699 NW 79 Ave, Apt 204 Tamarac, FL 33321 Joseph Patino th 8703 NW 58 St Tamarac, FL 33321 Cindy M Perry th 6900 NW 24 Ct Sunrise, FL 33313 Samuel Randall Jr. 1499 NW 91st Ave, Apt 1132 Coral Springs, FL 33071

Pedro G Rodriguez Jr. th 221 NE 55 St Oakland Park, FL 33334 Jomaisha Samuel th 5991 NW 16 St Sunrise, FL 33313 Elise J Shadadofsky th 936 NW 11 Pl Ft Lauderdale, FL 33311 Cori D Simmons 1926 Sheridan St Hollywood, FL 33020 Angela L Standifer 464 NW 19th Ct Pompano Beach, FL 33060 Julian Taplin rd 1 NW 33 Terr.

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The Festival of Cultures Celebrating South Florida

Rudabeh Shahbazi Emcee Scheduled performers will include: • A lion dance by the Coral Springs Chinese Cultural Association.

• An Indian spiritual dance by students of the Nrutyanjali School of Dance in South Florida.

• Dance Dance Tahiti, performing Polynesian dances.

• The Dance and Mime Ministry of New Mount Olive Bap-

Singers, dancers and musicians representing several continents will converge on Pembroke Pines Oct. 8 for a Festival of Cultures. The free festival is set for 2 p.m. at the Susan B. Katz Theater of the Performing Arts at the River of Grass ArtsPark, 17195 Sheridan St. Scheduled performers will include: · A lion dance by the Coral Springs Chinese Cultural Association. · An Indian spiritual dance by students of the Nrutyanjali School of Dance in South Florida.

· Dance Dance Tahiti, performing Polynesian dances. · The Dance and Mime Ministry of New Mount Olive Baptist Church, Fort Lauder-dale. · La Gran Familia de Dios, a Puerto Rican folkloric group. · Carla Baker of Houston, singing “We Are Family.”

Serving as emcee will be anchor Rudabeh Shahbazi of CBS-Channel 4 News in Miami.

Goal of the festival is to “build friendship among people of different cultures,” according to organizer Nosrat Scott of Pembroke Pines.

“Every culture has its own beauty,” she said. “We are sharing that with everyone.”

No tickets are needed for the festival. Supporters include the United Nations Association, Broward chapter, and the city library of Pembroke Pines.

For information, e-mail Scott at (954) 432-6578.

Singers, dancers and musicians representing several continents will converge on Pembroke Pines Oct. 8 for a Festival of Cultures. The free festival is set for 2 p.m. at the Susan B. Katz Theater of the Performing Arts at the River of Grass ArtsPark, 17195 Sheridan St.

Chef Roble to host Miami Gardens Wine & Food Festival’s Master Chef Cook-off

Chef Roble MIAMI GARDENS, FL, – Three times’ the charm for the Miami Gardens Wine & Food Experience (MGWFE). Councilwoman Lisa C. Davis and the City of Miami Gardens welcome New York’s Chef Roble as headliner and co-host of the third annual foodie experience on Nov. 11. Chef Roble, along with Miami’s culinary favorite, Michelle Bernstein, will host and judge the Master Chef Cook-off where three local breakout chef contestants will battle it out for this year’s title.

The growing foodie experience offers a unique showcase of South Florida’s cultural food scene, break out chefs, and premium wine and spirits in addition to new experiences like the Cigar & Whiskey Bar and the Urban Beer Garden. Chef Roble’s New York flair mixed

with his love affair with global cuisine adds the perfect touch to raising the bar for this year’s MGWFE. “I am so excited to have Chef Roble headline this year’s Miami Gardens Wine & Food Experience, because he represents a new age of culinary masters,” shares Councilwoman Lisa C. Davis. “My vision this year is to heighten the experience by bringing together a melting pot of culinary influences, and you’ll have that with both Chef Roble and Michelle Bernstein as hosts. So I’m excited to invite all of South Florida to participate in the experience.

Wildly popular from his two season run on Bravo TV for his culinary docudrama “Roble & Co” chronicling his celebrity chef life launching his high-end

catering company, Chef Roble has gained respect among culinary giants and dignitaries alike. He’s cooked for Michelle and Barack Obama, Leonardo DiCaprio, Michael Jackson, Chris Rock, and Jack Nicholson, to name a few. He’s also paired his international travels to inspire a worldly menu of global street food at his new Brooklyn restaurant, Streets.

Now, you can also find him on ABC’s “The Chew” as a regular contributor.

This year’s food selection will be more inclusive to reflect South Florida’s diversity and include flavors from various cultures, vegan cuisine, and chefs from premier restaurants. The growing number of local breweries has also inspired this year’s Urban Beer Garden, a new experience featuring a number of local craft beers. For one ticket, attendees get to participate in this all-inclusive unlimited sip and savor experience tasting the best in food, wine, and spirits.

The all-inclusive experience is on Saturday, November 11 from 6pm to 12midnight at the Rooftop at City Hall (18605 NW 27th Ave). General admission tickets are on sale now for $85 with VIP tickets at $125 with reserved seating and table service included and can be purchased at MGWFE.eventbrite.com.

Sponsor opportunities are available, and restaurants, bakeries, and chefs are invited to participate by contacting Fabiola@BlueprintCreativeGroup.com or by visiting MiamiGardensWineAndFoodExperience.com.

tist Church, Fort Lauderdale.

• La Gran Familia de Dios, a Puerto Rican folkloric group.

• Carla Baker of Houston, singing “We Are Family.”

Serving as emcee will be anchor Rudabeh Shahbazi of CBS-Channel 4 News in Miami.

Goal of the festival is to “build friendship among people of different cultures,” according to organizer Nosrat Scott of Pembroke Pines.

“Every culture has its own beauty,” she said. “We are sharing that with everyone.”

No tickets are needed for the festival. Supporters include the United Nations Association, Broward chapter, and the city library of Pembroke Pines.

For information, email Scott at (954) 432-6578.

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The National A frican-American W omen ’s Movement African-American Women omen’s to host first-ever National A frican-American W omen ’s African-American Women omen’s Conversation on Saturday Saturday,, October 7 Black women shaping their own destiny; Calling all African American women to Atlanta, Ga. formed a coalition of African American women to help empower one another and find solutions that will help urban communities thrive and grow stronger. Their mission is to empower African American

By NAAWM ATLANTA, GA. NNPA NewswirePR—The National African-American Women’s Movement LLC (NAAWM) will host a solutions-focused interactive conference called “The National African American Women’s Conversation” on Saturday, Oct. 7, 2017 at the Atlanta Airport Marriott Hotel (4711 Best Road, Atlanta, Ga. 30337).

It fills the gap in social advocacy, which traditionally excludes Black women.

Your input is required to provide knowledge, insight, accountability, and also coaching.

The National Conversation is designed for Black Women to unite in peace, equality, and sisterhood.

It is time to do more than merely celebrate the previous accomplishments but to assess these actions and identify the next measure in the Black Women’s Liberation Movement. To make this an effective and efficient endeavor, practitioners, grass root activists and business professionals from the sectors of economics, business, finance and entrepreneurship; health, nutrition, mental wellness, and spirituality; family, community, social justice and more will be gathering at this interactive conference.

Also, Black women who are college and university student leaders and first time movement activists have ALL been called and MUST be in attendance.

In honoring the best of ourselves, the founding Black women of the NAAWM have

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women through education and positive imagery that will strengthen one’s self and family. Moreover, their vision is to improve the economic and social conditions within urban communities for all gene-

rations. Their method is through a series of innovative events; their aim is to facilitate a movement focused on solutions geared towards the many issues faced by the African American experience.

Black Girls Code Organization Receives $255K in Funding from General Motors

Submitted by BlackGirlsCode.org DETROIT, MICH. — Black Girls Code, a non-profit organization that aims to increase the number of women of color in the digital space, has announced a partnership with General Motors, which includes a generous donation of $255,000. The funding will be used to launch and maintain a local chapter of the organization in the Detroit metro area.

This partnership aims to increase interest in STEM career fields for girls of color. Women of color are traditionally underrepresented in STEM fields, especially in technology. Only 3 percent of African-American women and less than 1 percent of Latinas receive degrees in computer science.

Kimberly Bryant, CEO of Black Girls Code, comments, “Although we’ve hosted workshops in the area off and on since 2012, we are thrilled to officially launch a Black Girls CODE chapter in Detroit with the support of GM and other corporate and community partners like Comcast and Wayne State University.

“Our regular programming, launching this fall, will lay a foundation to fully engage girls of color in Detroit and is designed to inspire them to continue their paths as future STEM professionals,” she adds.

Since their launch in April 2011, Black Girls Code has had the ultimate goal to provide AfricanAmerican youth with the skills to occupy some of the 1.4 million computing job openings expected to be available in the U.S. by 2020, and to train 1 million girls by 2040.

The organization was recently offered a $125,000 donation from Uber, but Bryant politely turned it down because she says she felt that it was just a PR stunt meant to distract people from Uber’s dismal track record on diversity issues. She then went and raised $150,000 for the organization through crowdfunding.

For more details about the organization, visit www.BlackGirlsCode.org

When disappointment comes-this time (Cont'd from FP) serve and get caught up in THE GAME. This is especially easy to do when political bedfellows are creeping nearby. In some cases, the bedfellows are called pro athletes who make billions of dollars for their owners in exchange for favors. In other cases, they are called longtime friends who see themselves as the puppet masters – lurking behind the scenes and pulling all the strings. In the Black community, these bedfellows rarely live in the communities that they were bought from and rarely do they give back in a worthwhile percent in vital services, projects and programs.

When you allow undesirables to share your bed, it becomes tainted. You are subject to become infected with many of the political ills that have damaged our leaders.

How many times have you said to yourself, “I’m not going to allow myself or anybody else to lead me to believe that things are going to get better?” And just when they tell you or you start to believe that, some more bad news pops up like dandruff on a black suit.

You might find yourself, I know I do at times, struggling just to maintain some semblance of sanity. Even the best of us can get worn down to the point of wanting to throw in the towel.

I read a book once by H. Beecher Hicks, Jr. It’s a brilliant book that offers encouragement for pastors who are going through something. The book is entitled “Preaching Through a Storm.”

Now if the Preachers can overcome the trials and manipulations that I’m sure are pervasive in the ‘House of the Lord’ on regular basis, then why can’t we?

What is it that causes one to continue to fight the uphill battles using rocks and slingshots against automatic weapons and superior technology and a Trump who does not have the brains of a wooden duck?

Even if your own people deem the quest insurmountable and it’s for their own good,

they set you up just to shoot you down.

Though time and time again you push hard against the stone, the more you push the deeper you find your feet entrenched in the muck and grime like trying to swim in peanut butter.

At some point you surmise that these disappointments aren’t disappointments at all; they are as it is said, “it is what it is”..

[Jeremiah Mourns for His People] I’m burdened with sorrow and feel like giving up.

Jeremiah 8:18 (CEV) Accepting the totality of the experience starts to push you towards finding strength. This strength begins to bond as THE relationship grows.

The pain and agony, because you are learning and growing in THE relationship, morphs into attitudes of acceptance. You begin to understand that your understanding is useless.

“Lean on, trust in, and be confident in the Lord with all your heart and mind and do not rely on your own insight or understanding.” Proverbs 3:5 (Amplified Bible) There is something about THE relationship that can cause one to slide down a sliding board made with razorblades into a pool of alcohol just to get to the other side of understanding and accepting.

I’m not talking about just an old, ordinary, mundane relationship. I’m speaking of one that causes spiritual growth from experiencing the pains, pleasures and unpredictable, mind blowing, unexplainable, yet comforting presence of relief.

The next time, before a disappointment arises, be proactive. I would suggest that you begin to accept that you are where you are and it’s where you are supposed to be, no matter what is happening all around you. “If I ascend up into heaven, thou art there: if I make my bed in hell, behold, thou art there.” Psalms 139:8 (KJB) “God, grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change; Courage to change the things I can; And wisdom to know the difference.”

The Serenity Prayer is the common name for an originally untitled prayer by the theologian Reinhold Niebuhr.