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Church bells rang out on military bases, in places of worship and in communities worldwide on Sunday, Nov. 11 – the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month – a somber reminder of Armistice Day which marked the official end of World War I exactly one century ago. Twenty-four hours later, give or take, several dozen veterans, presented with clothing for the coming colder months and served by a group of local volunteers, prepared to break bread during a special luncheon at Access Housing, Inc., DC Southeast Veterans Center – a place to which the vets refer with pride, “home.” It would be one of countless examples of Americans honoring the contributions of former members of our country’s armed forces on this year’s Veterans Day. But for those who volunteered at the Southeast-based veterans center, Access Housing Inc., DC, they would witness something rare and profound. That’s because for this “family” of vets, they’ve solidified their bond not along the usual method of bloodlines but upon mutual respect, memories of triumph in the face of insurmountable odds and the reality that their survival has long rested on faith and belief in their comrades – in each other. “Living here is like being part of a family – it’s really special for me because I don’t have any children and the other members of my biological family are all gone,” said John
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If the Bowser administration and DC Public Schools (DCPS) carry out a recently announced proposal for Benjamin Banneker Academic High School, the highly selective institution will relocate to the site of the former Shaw Junior High School and increase enrollment by 300 seats within the next three years.
5 John N. Miller, 95, a resident at Access Housing, Inc., DC, a housing facility in Southeast for homeless veterans, spent Veterans Day with friends reminiscing over their days of military service. /WI Photo/Shevry Lassiter
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Just days after the still-undecided elections involving Florida’s gubernatorial and Senate races, President Donald Trump — as usual — tried to throw shade. After absentee and provisional ballots brought those once-called races into recount territory, the president blasted Tallahassee Mayor Andrew Gillum, the Democratic nominee for governor, and incumbent Sen. Bill Nelson, who is attempting to fend off a bid by former Gov. Rick Scott.
On Friday, Nov. 9, Trump tweeted, “Mayor Gillum conceded on Election Day and now Broward County has put him ‘back into play.’ Bill Nelson conceded Election - now he’s back in play!? This is an embarrassment to our Country and to Democracy!” Gillum clapped back: “What’s embarrassing to democracy is not counting every vote — and you, of course. Count every vote.” Similarly, Stacey Abrams saw her bid to become the nation’s first Black female governor resuscitated after it appeared she
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But some members of the Shaw community said they want to stop those plans, calling for DCPS to follow through on promises to build a middle school on those grounds, or at
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5Democratic Gubernatorial candidate Stacey Abrams waves to supporters as she leaves a tailgating event at Georgia State University in Atlanta. /WI Photo/ Michael A. McCoy
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Out of her frustration said about Marlow. training for law enforcement will be organized to include: budget and finance; central with law enforcement's handling Davis-Nickens said anyone agencies, a Child's Life Protecservices; economic development; education; environment; of the situation, she decided to who reads Marlow's book will tion Act and mandatory counseltransportation and sustainability; health and human serstart the Saving Promise cam- “get it.” She said she “puts the ing for batterers. vices; Department of Housing and Community Developpaign. case in such a way, the average “If we are ever going to eradiment; human resources; technology; and public “It seems to be a viciousinformation cycle person can get it.” She said at the cate domestic violence, we must engagement. And she’ll and guidance from that won't turn my receive family assistance end of the day, the book will look at both sides of the coin. her predecessor. loose,” Marlow said. Marlow help people begin to have a dia- We need to address both the vic“I want the people to know I amabout going to do everyshared her story with the audi- that logue domestic violence. tim and the batterer,” Marlow thingatwithin my powerHeights to ensure that [Angela ence the District Also present Alsobrooks] at the event was said. and her team are provided with allMildred the information they need Domestic Violence Symposium Muhammad, the exMarlow would also like to see to May hit the running on December 5 Angela Alsobrooks. designed /Photo courtesytoof County on 7 atground the District Heights wife of 3,” JohnPrince Allen George’s Muhammad, programs raise Executive Office County Executive Rushern L. Baker III said in a statement. Municipal Center. The sympo- who was sentenced to six consec- awareness among children in sium was sponsored by the utive life terms without parole public and private schools. She Family and Youth Services by a Maryland jury for his role in feels children need to be educatCenter of the city of District the Beltway Sniper attacks in ed about domestic violence. Heights and the National Hook- 2002. Mildred Muhammad is “We have to stop being pasUp of Black Women. the founder of After the Trauma, sive-aggressive with Interscholastic poor chilBowie State University won the CIAA (Central Marlow has written a book, an organization that helps the dren about domestic violence,” Athletic Association) football championship Saturday, Nov. 10 “Color Me Butterfly,” which is a survivors of domestic violence Marlow said. against Fayetteville State University, 30-10, in Salem, VA. And on story about four generations of and their children. Marlow has worked to break Saturday, Nov. 17, Bowie State (9-2) will host a first round Dividomestic violence. The book is “I lived in fear for six years. Six the cycle of abuse in her family, II playoff game on its campus against West Alabama (8-3). inspired by her own experiences, yearssion in fear is a long time. It is and is confident the policies she Bowie willtobecome the lone representative from among all and those of her grandmother, not an easyalso thing out CIAA is pushing for will start that games played Saturday. If Bowie wins, her mother and her daughter. of,” she said. process. the team will travel to Valdosta, GA to face Valdosta State, No. seed in the Super She said every time she reads Mildred Muhammad said “Ithe plan to 1take these policies to Regionwho Two Division. Bowie State hosted a playoff game last year excerpts from her book, she still people want to help a Congress and implore them to but lost toviolence Delta State University. can not believe the words came domestic victim must change our laws,” Marlow said. “It was a great accomplishment to win from her. “Color Me Butterfly” be careful of how they go into “I will notthe stopCIAA untilChampionship these poliand to put our team in position to host a D2 Region playoff again,” won the 2007 National “Best the victim's life, and understand cies are passed.” coach Damon Books” 5 /PhotoAward. courtesy of Bowie State that said she Bowie may State be inhead “survival Tia Wilson. Carol Jones can be reached “I was just 16-years-old when mode”. at tiacaroljones@sbcglobal.net my eye first blackened and my “Before you get to 'I'm going lips bled,” Marlow said. to kill you,' it started as a verbal WI Elaine Davis-Nickens, president of the National Hook-Up Officers for DC’s Metropolitan 3 /Photo of Black Women, said there is no Police Department [MPD] are courtesy getting a new look. A recent MPD tweet detailing the change that consistency in the way domestic Metropolitan takes place laterare in dealt November violence issues with says by sworn members, through the Police rank of sergeant, will soon begin donning new uniforms with a Department dark blue color scheme. “The modernized look [that includes the officers’ shirts and trousers] provides uniformity of appearance; the clean lines, trim tailoring and durable fabric will ensure that our members can be more comfortable while keeping communities safe,” the tweet said.
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McDuffie, Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Visit Retired Vets in Northwest By D. Kevin McNeir WI Editor @dkevinmcneir The president of the U.S. may have chosen to issue a Tweet to salute America’s members of the armed forces on Veterans Day, Nov. 12, opting to remain at the White House, but elected officials from the District, including DC Councilmembers and Mayor Bowser, had other plans. They ventured out in order to visit veterans from the Greater Washington Area who currently reside in assisted living or retirement centers throughout the region, including Councilmember Kenyan McDuffie (D-5) who, accompanied by some of the dedicated members of one Black fraternity, spent time with vets at the Armed Forces Retirement Home-Washington [AFRH-Washington] in Northwest. McDuffie shared words of encouragement and thanks to some of the District’s Ward 5 veterans. “Today, we honor all the men and women who served and sacrificed for our country,” he said. “I thank them for their leadership and commitment.” “To the veterans I was with today and the other 28,000 veterans who live in our community in the District of Columbia, we are grateful for all you do,” he added. McDuffie’s traveling companions included fraternity brothers of the Lambda Gamma Gamma Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., a military-based chapter out of Fort
Meade who regularly host programming for veterans at the AFRH-Washington. The AFRH-Washington, located in the Park View neighborhood of D.C., welcomes retirees of the U.S. Armed Forces and stands as an independent agency in the executive branch of the U.S. government. Its origins go back to the 19th century as the U.S. Naval Asylum in 1831 and additionally in 1851 when the U.S. Army established the U.S. Soldiers’ Home. The two distinct homes merged as one, the AFRH, in 1991. Since then, thousands of former U.S. military service members have enjoyed life within the confines of this safe and secure retirement housing complex, which has evolved into one of the country’s pre- 5 On Monday, Nov. 12 (Veterans Day), Councilmember Kenyan McDuffie traveled to the Armed Forces Retirement mier communities for veterans. Home-Washington in Northwest with veterans and members of the Lambda Gamma Gamma Chapter of Omega Psi Phi The modernized facilities of- Fraternity, Inc. /Photos courtesy Councilmember McDuffie fer a host of activities, healthy meals, wellness programs and advanced care among its many amenities. AFRH now has two communities in the U.S. – one in the District and another in Gulfport, MS. Editor’s Note: History buffs may be interested to know that four former U.S. presidents once spent their summers on the grounds now occupied by AFHR-Washington: James Buchanan, Rutherford B. Hayes, Chester A. Arthur and Abraham Lincoln. Lincoln, who spent a quarter of his presidency in residence, chose these grounds as a place of solace and inspiration while working on the final draft of the Emancipation Proclamation in 1862. WI
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But for the record, hazing is anything but safe. It can even be deadly. And I know from firsthand experience, it definitely isn’t fun. having any idea. Surely someone knew what was going on. Further, if they were indeed part of a tradition, then someone had to have served as an instructor, a guide, a mentor, a confidante. Someone knew something! One day, the smoke will clear. But until then, and afterwards of course, a group of young men will forever be trapped in the midst of madness – both those who now face allegations of perpetuating various crimes and especially those victimized, and in multiple ways, violated all because they wanted to be accepted as members of a special “team.” And whether the spotlight is shining on them or not, they will inevitably discover how impossible it will be to extricate them-
selves unscathed. They are now scarred physically, spiritually and emotionally – perhaps for a time – maybe for the rest of their lives. As an 18-year-old freshman on the campus of the University of Michigan, I decided to join a fraternity – something that had not been among my goals prior to my becoming introduced to the Black fraternities and sororities on the yard. Yes, I had heard about hazing but figured it couldn’t be all that. Wrong answer. It was bad, painful, humiliating, debasing – more than I could have imagined. One day, I decided I had had enough. But before I was able to let the “brothers” know, my father, never a fraternity pledgee himself, asked if they’d “hazed me.” (I knew what he meant). He sternly demanded that if I had been hazed, then I had no choice but to see it through. He wanted me to understand the costs that come when we make certain decisions. And learn I did. We all find ourselves hoping and dreaming about becoming part of something special – being welcomed into an exclusive group whose members have privileges for which we long. But for the record, hazing is anything but safe. It can even be deadly. And I know from firsthand experience, it definitely isn’t fun. WI
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Newseum Program Explores Politics of Race, Religious Freedom By Jacqueline Fuller WI Religion Writer @JacquelineF1017 The Newseum’s Religious Freedom Center of the Freedom Forum Institute (RFC) recently announced a three-year partnership with the Samuel DeWitt Proctor School of Theology of Virginia Union University (STVU) to create a national education program for religious and civic leaders. The “Educating for Religious Leadership in a Pluralistic Society” project focuses on seminaries at historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) to prepare them for the challenges and opportunities of religious, cultural and racial diversity. The project is funded by a grant to STVU from the Luce Fund for Theological Education The first program in a series of public events for the partnership was held Monday, October 29 at the Newseum’s Knight Conference Center. The event, titled “Race, Religious Freedom and the Politics of Belonging,” featured a panel discussion that highlighted the complex issues regarding politics of race and religious freedom in the United States. The event began with remarks and remembrance by RFC Director Kristen Farrington and Dr. Sabrina Dent, the center’s director of recruitment, on the fatal shootings of two African Americans at a Kroger grocery store in Jefferson, Kentucky, and the 11 congregants at the Tree of Life synagogue in Pittsburgh. Dr. Corey D. B. Walker, vice president of Virginia Union University and the 10th dean of the Samuel DeWitt Proctor School of Theology, moderated the panel, which included Suzan Johnson Cook, former U.S. ambassador-at-large for International Religious Freedom. Cook, an instructor at the Freedom Forum Institute, was the first African American, first woman and first faith leader to assume the ambassador role. Also on the panel was Yolanda Pierce, professor and dean of the Howard University School of Divinity, and Brad Braxton, director of the Center for the Study of African American Religious Life at the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture.
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AROUND THE REGION Black Organizers, Students Make Sense of Midterm Elections By Sam P.K. Collins WI Contributing Writer @SamPKCollins For Black politicos in the throes of voter mobilization efforts across the nation, what transpired on Election Night determined the effectiveness of outreach strategies, and the potential for the United States to redeem itself after placing Donald Trump, an avowed nationalist, in the Oval Office. As the results rolled in from across the country, a local historically Black university served as a hub for discussions about who carried the lead in several impactful congressional and gubernatorial races, and the significance of electoral victories that would change the racial, ethnic, and gender makeup of the U.S. political system. “The number one issue has been racism and hate crimes; it hadn’t been by accident because of the current climate,” Melanie Campbell, president and CEO of the National Coalition on Black Civic Participation (NCBCP) said on election night from Howard University’s Carnegie Building, the site of NC-
BCP’s National Election Day Call Center. Throughout much of Nov. 6, NCBCP, in conjunction with the Ronald W. Walters Public Policy & Leadership Institute, hosted the call center where organizers and students from Howard University in Northwest and other local colleges gained clarity on voter turnout, voter suppression, and key issues in what had anticipated to be a high-stakes midterm election season. “This is about where we’re going, and the role Black people are playing in America saving herself once again,” said Campbell, also convener of the Black Women’s Public Policy Network. “You’re seeing a lot of things that show we can change the dynamics. This isn’t just about making history and voting for a Black candidate. This country is about to implode and there’s a sense of urgency in a historic time for a power shift.” As they sat around tables with their eyes glued to two large flatscreen televisions, dozens of people who converged on a tightly packed room in the Carnegie Building saw Democrats gain the majority of
House seats via congressional wins for Lucy McBath, mother of slain teenager Jordan Davis, in Georgia and Ayanna Pressley in Massachusetts. They also witnessed the beginning of a post-election fight to count all votes for the gubernatorial races in Georgia and Florida, where Black candidates are neck and neck with their opponents. Last weekend, Stacey Abrams, a Black woman and Democratic nominee for governor of Georgia, challenged the rejection of thousands of absentee and provisional ballots with a federal class-action lawsuit. A certification of those votes had been scheduled for Tuesday, the results of which would determine the likelihood of a Dec. 4 runoff contest that happens when neither candidate secures more than 50 percent of votes. As of Monday, 50.3 percent of ballots were counted in favor of Abrams’ opponent Brian Kemp. In Florida, Democratic gubernatorial nominee Andrew Gillum withdrew his concession after the announcement of a recount in the gubernatorial and Senate races. In the days after the election, Gillum
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demanded that officials tally every vote. As of last weekend, he trailed his opponent Ron DeSantis by less than a percentage point. The outcome of the Georgia and Florida races perhaps speaks to the impact of an on-the-ground strategy implemented in those states and others with significant Black populations. For the Rev. Tony Lee of Community of Hope AME in Tem-
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PRINCE GEORGE'S COUNTY Maryland’s DNC Chair Optimistic Amid Losses By William J. Ford WI Staff Writer @jabariwill Several days after Maryland voters chose to re-elect Republican Gov. Larry Hogan for a second four-year term, the state’s Demo-
cratic Party chairwoman expressed optimism in the organization’s work. Kathleen Matthews said the party exceeded its goal with nearly 1.3 million registered Democrats who voted in the Nov. 6 general election. Unfortunately, thousands of them
Transition Soon, Prince George’s County will usher in new leadership! Congrats to all that prevailed during the election cycle and now it’s time to govern. Campaign promises will be compared to reality and working in tandem must produce results. The Chamber is excited about incoming County Executive Angela Alsobrooks and looks forward to working with her administration on bringing business opportunities and wealth to Prince George’s. In her transition, Executive-Elect Alsobrooks has assembled an impressive, talented team committed to innovation, equity and sound governance. Along with Ms. Alsobrooks, comes a talented group of County Council members and State Legislators who will forge an expansive agenda that will continue to make Prince George’s an essential gem for regional growth. The Chamber stands as partners in this aggressive agenda. To County Executive Rushern Baker, the Chamber extends its heartfelt congratulations on a job well done. Our economic posture is ripe for future development and Prince George’s County’s business reputation is the best in decades. Mr. Baker, thank you for your leadership! The Best is truly Yet to Come and the Chamber is positioned to build upon the County’s legacy. Not a member? Please visit our website, www.pgcoc. org or drop by for a visit to get started! Membership is good for a full calendar year, so it’s always a good time to join! David C. Harrington President & CEO
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chose Hogan. According to unofficial results from the state Board of Elections, Hogan received 1.2 million, or 56 percent, of the votes, the most ever by a Republican candidate in Maryland. Democratic challenger and former NAACP president Ben Jealous garnered almost 936,000, or 43 percent. “We’re disappointed we fell short with Ben Jealous,” Matthews said in an interview Friday, Nov. 9. “You saw a blue wave on the local level, but Ben Jealous had a real challenge [against] Larry Hogan, the incumbent. I just think it is tough after you go through a real, competitive primary.” Matthews admitted Jealous had to start over in terms of raising money after he defeated seven other Democratic challengers in the June primary. In addition, challenging Hogan’s more than $9 million 5 Maryland Democratic gubernatorial candidate Ben Jealous gives an eleccampaign chest without a GOP tion-night concession speech at the Hippodrome Theater in Baltimore on Nov. 6. / Photo by Brigette White challenger. Although Jealous and the Dem- flier made it appear she received an Howard County’s first elected ocratic party raised about $1.8 endorsement from Hogan. She won Black executive. million in two months a few weeks in last week’s election by 554 votes, Also, Democrats gained at least before the election, the campaign according to unofficial results. five seats in the House of Delegates needed more. Maryland Democrats “When you have Democrat- that include Harry Bhandari of outnumber Republicans by a 2-to-1 ic leadership putting out mailers Baltimore County, the first Nepali ratio, but polls showed voters be- for Republican candidates, that’s American ever elected in the Marylieved Hogan “is doing a good job” a problem,” she said. “What hap- land General Assembly. Lily Qi of in Annapolis. pened here was a travesty. Ben is Montgomery County became the Matthews said trying to obtain a wonderful leader. He’s on point. first Chinese immigrant elected. national resources and money from He’s got the pulse of the people in During a press conference Nov. 7 organizations such as the Demo- Maryland. The party better wake in Annapolis, Hogan said the local cratic Governors Association made up.” races appeared to be a referendum it tough for Jealous to receive monIn other races, Democrats will on voters’ disdain for President ey. In addition, other competitive lead five of the state’s major juris- Donald Trump. races went on nationwide such as dictions as county executives in the “Unfortunately, some folks lost governor races with Stacey Abrams Washington and Baltimore regions: on my side of the aisle,” Hogan said. in Georgia and Tallahassee Mayor Prince George’s, Montgomery, Bal- “We had President Trump say the Andrew Gillum. timore, Howard and Anne Arun- election should be about him even Meanwhile, Matthews, Balti- del counties. Angela Alsobrooks though he’s not on the ballot. In more Mayor Catherine Pugh and became the first Black woman and Maryland, that’s exactly what hapmore than 100 other supporters at- first woman elected to lead Prince pened. It was a repudiation of the tended a Jealous post-election gath- George’s and Calvin Ball become president…” WI ering at the Hippodrome Theater in Baltimore. Banneker Recreation Center, Taylor Although two prominent Dem- MIDTERM from Page 11 Burroughs, a Howard University ocrats, Sen. Ben Cardin and Rep. mitted to ending mass incarceration, student from Atlanta who registered Elijah Cummings, held a similar voter suppression, and gun violence. as a D.C. voter earlier this year, cast event in the city and campaigned “In the last election, we had a her ballot for local officials she said with Jealous during the election, generation that was a bit naive in ar- would do right by her peers and the they didn’t show up at the Hippoguing that voting didn’t matter,” Lee Ward 1 community. drome. said. “Elections have consequences Earlier in the day, she and her Delegate Alonzo Washington and dealing with those consequenc- grandparents, still living in Georgia, (D-District 22), who represents es caused people to be on point. I spoke of the significance an Abrams Prince George’s County, tweeted believe what we’re seeing in the exit victory would hold. on Election Night: “@mddems are polls is a healthy turnout for mid“I’m astounded that the youth a disappointment…period.” term elections and I hope we contin- have a reputation for not voting,” Theresa Mitchell Dudley, presiue that pattern.” said Burroughs, a 20-year-old judent of the county’s teacher’s union Organizers had cause for worry nior. “There has been a huge effort who attended the Jealous event in earlier this year when data from the to get us out and it worked. This is Baltimore, said Democratic leaderPew Research Center showed voter my second time voting and I realize ship must do better. participation in the midterms to be it’s more important because this afFor example, the state’s Demo20 percent lower than during pres- fects the way we live locally. I’m concratic Senate Caucus Committee idential contests. In 2014, young cerned about education and making distributed a mailer to promote people cast 21 million fewer votes sure the people whose legislation state Sen. Kathy Klausmeier of Balthan their elders, though they ac- aligns with my views are in charge timore County that show Hogan counted for more than half of the of our standards and getting federal also on it. She received criticism nation’s eligible voters. money to private and public univerfrom some fellow Democrats the Across the street from Howard at sities.” WI
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Pepco Partners with PGCPS for STEM Success Submitted by PGCPS At Pepco, an investment in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) is an investment in the workforce of tomorrow. Pepco’s STEM initiatives are designed to foster interest and engagement in critical STEM skills inside and outside the classroom. Recently, a group of 40 students from Oxon Hill Middle School and Thomas Johnson Middle School participated in a challenge sponsored by Pepco. What happens at a Pepco STEM All Stars event? Last month, students attended a field trip to the Howard B. Owens Science Center in Lanham to learn the science behind football. While having fun and working in teams, students worked through activity sta-
tions where they learned about the chemistry behind sports drinks, the importance of measurement by watching instant replays, the math necessary to crunch a complicated football score and the principles of velocity by crafting and testing their own paper footballs. Interim Chief Executive Officer Dr. Monica Goldson attended the STEM All Stars event. A self-described “math lover,” Dr. Goldson said she was pleased to see students’ reactions. “It’s really exciting to see the looks on their faces when they know how to use mathematics to make decisions, like how to create a paper football that might make a field goal or touchdown,” she said. Griany Cruz, a student at Thomas Johnson, said the challenge helped get him excited for a career in STEM. “I want to become a video game
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ogy, engineering and math,” Cruz said. “I could use those three things to start coding and to design everything I want.” Events like these help students to see STEM as a way of life, said Felicia Martin-Latief, a STEM instructional specialist for Prince George’s County Public Schools (PGCPS). “STEM is everywhere,” she said. “If we can get our students to start seeing STEM outside of school as much as we’re showing it to them inside of school, then that’s how we create lifelong learners.” After students completed their “Science of Football” exercises, Mellanie Lassiter, senior manager of corporate relations at Pepco, made a surprise announcement that Pepco would be sending the students and their parents to a Washington Redskins game. “We’re really excited about STEM in Prince George’s County,” said Lassiter, who studied math and economics in college. “I just want to encourage and inspire all of the young folks out there to learn all that you can. STEM is exciting, it’s fun, it’s innovative, it’s creative and it’s the new wave of the future.” This year, Oxon Hill and Thomas Johnson joined 12 other schools and districts in receiving a Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) grant to develop and
expand their robotics programs. Oxon Hill has had a robotics program for the past seven years. An estimated 400 students enjoy robotics through the school’s STEM Integrations II course. Students have designed and built underwater robots, prosthetic arms and a duck chaser to keep ducks off their school’s soccer field. “I just love to see them collaborate, try their ideas and get excited when their projects work,” said Oxon Hill STEM Coordinator Ava Martin. “It develops the grit that’s needed to try and try again.” Thomas Johnson started its robotics program in 2014. All seventh-graders have robotics classes for nine weeks, and 20 students participate in the robotics club. “Robotics builds critical thinking and collaboration skills that help improve students’ confidence,” said Daisy Rayela, STEM Coordinator. “As a result, our students are winning in various STEM competitions throughout the region.” The school will use MSDE grant funds to purchase enough EV3 robotics kits so all students can participate in robotics programming at the same time.
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BUSINESS Alsobrooks Talks Goals for Arts as County Executive By William J. Ford WI Staff Writer @jabariwill In her first public appearance since last week’s win in the general election, Prince George’s County Executive-elect Angela Alsobrooks said arts would be one of her goals as leader of Maryland’s second-largest jurisdiction. The mission would include boosting the county’s tourism industry that includes promoting various arts programs and incorporate paraphernalia about small businesses at local hotels. “We have so much talent in
Prince George’s County,” Alsobrooks said during a discussion Tuesday, Nov. 13 with about 65 business, community and arts leaders at Joe’s Movement Emporium in Mount Rainier. “How do you talk about business without talking about the arts? There is no vibrant community that does not also include the arts.” She talked about how arts influenced her as a child after being diagnosed with attention deficient disorder. Instead of a pediatrician’s recommendation for medication, Alsobrooks said her parents enrolled her at 8 years old in a youth theater program at
Howard University in Northwest. Besides her engagement in dance, song and theater, she also changed her diet. “It changed my life,” she said. “I know the power of theater. I know the power of the arts.” Alsobrooks, currently the county’s state’s attorney, will be officially sworn in as county executive Dec. 3 and ensured those in attendance the arts would become an integral part to improve the county from a cultural and business perspective. For instance, she supports the arts integration programs instituted in dozens of public schools by Kevin Maxwell the county’s former public schools chief. Alsobrooks plans to ensure more “stakeholders” create partnerships with current for-profit and nonprofit organizations and schools. “It is my desire and goal … to not only provide the arts to every child, but to provide more venues throughout the county where we can enjoy together the beauty of the arts,” Alsobrooks said. Her vision resonated with Brooke Kidd, executive director of Joe’s. “I’m swooning,” Kidd said. “That’s the vision we need. That’s powerful.”
5 Brooke Kidd, executive director of Joe’s’ Movement Emporium engages Prince George’s County Executive-elect Angela Alsobrooks (right) in a conversation about the recent mid-term elections and its influence of arts on Tuesday, Nov. 13, 2018. /WI Photo/Shevry Lassister)
Joe’s Movement Emporium, sectioned in the county’s arts district since 1995, not only showcases dance, music and theater performances, but also workshops and weekly classes that include hand and belly dances and yoga. The arts hub also provides a summer camp, after school activities for elementary students and “CreativeWorks,” a job training program for those ages 17 to 24 to experience skills in digital media, photography and theater production. Joe’s employs 10 full-time and between 20 to 25 part-time staffers. Kidd said arts businesses not only produce jobs, but can enhance a community’s physical characteristic.
“They often will fill a vacant, or underutilized space,” Kidd said. “When that happens, it attracts other retail and small businesses. They also tend to create an aesthetic improvement and giving some areas curbside appeal.” Alsobrooks received plenty of praise and “thanks” for incorporating arts as a part of her administration. “She’s such a dynamic person,” said Craig Pascal, senior vice president and community development manager with BB&T Bank that sponsored the breakfast dialogue. “I’m so excited for the county. I know her heart is with the county and the people with the county. Make sure you take care of Joe’s.” WI
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BUSINESS Female Entrepreneurs Get Tools to Grow Businesses By Brenda C. Siler WI Contributing Writer Nearly 100 women braved torrential rain, parking issues and construction work to attend the recent inaugural HERImpactDC summit at Georgetown University. HERImpactDC is a collaboration between the Ford Motor Company Fund (Ford Fund), the philanthropic arm of Ford Motor Company, and 1863 Ventures, a business accelerator initiative that supports diverse innovators within the D.C. region during their early growth stage. “HERImpactDC and everything associated with it expands the women’s initiatives of the Ford Fund,” said Pamela Alexander, the fund’s director of community development. “We did something similar in Michigan, but we saw the community of social entrepreneurship is very strong in D.C. We want women to know this program is out here.” Attendees at the Nov. 5 summit got free expert advice on how to grow a business, as well as the opportunity to enter their concepts in a $50,000 pitch competition focusing on female social entrepreneurs who run for-profit businesses. The aim of the competition is to provide winners with capital that will make their ventures attractive for funding from other sources. With the Ford Fund attached to the competition, the winners can be considered a viable and credible business. “People don’t understand what social entrepreneurship means,” said Melissa Bradley, 1863 Ventures managing partner and a professor at the Georgetown University Global Social Enter-
prise Initiative. “They automatically assume it is a money-losing venture, but we have heard that many are doing extremely well financially, while also having significant impact.” Teresa Hodge, one of the event’s speakers, started her company, R3 Score, two years ago to help banks and other businesses assess the risk and financial capability of potential customers who have criminal records. Her company created an evaluation process that goes beyond a standard background check for those with a criminal background. Research showed that 1 in 3 Americans, or 70 million people, have an arrest or criminal conviction record, a number is expected to grow to 100 million by 2030. Hodge also has personal insight because she served 72 months at Alderson Federal Prison Camp in West Virginia as a first-time, white-collar, nonviolent offender. She saw firsthand what incarceration did to the women she met in prison. “I would not have created R3 Score if it were not for the fact that I went to prison,” said Hodge of her Baltimore-based business venture. “Through my own commitment, I wasn’t going to allow that to ruin the rest of my life. That’s what gets me up every morning to do the rest of the work.” The daylong summit exposed a diverse group of women to the ins and outs of starting and sustaining a business. Topics included creating a business model, financing, branding, identifying mentors and leveraging strategic partnerships. Attendee Ola Alghazzouli said she desires to create a business that will help women to stay holistically fit before, during and
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after Ramadan, the month of religious fasting observed by Muslims worldwide during the ninth month of the Islamic calendar. “I’m a new entrepreneur so I hope to learn how build my network, how to build a team and how to move forward with the vision of my business,” Alghazzouli said. “I hope to learn how to pitch my business, while making
an impact.” Beyond the intensive summit, the 100 attendees and more than 200 registrants on the wait list for HERImpactDC are eligible to access coaching and master classes on how to pitch a business. The deadline for that group to submit business pitches is January. Winning companies will be announced in March.
“We will have a panel of judges who are investors and experienced entrepreneurs that will review the pitches,” Bradley said. “After we finish this first experience, we will take a break, evaluate what took place and look forward to doing this again.” For more information, go to HERImpactDC.net. WI
5D’s of Business Succession Planning Aimee D. Griffin, Esq Business Succession Planning is estate planning for businesses. Business Owners must plan strategically for the care, protection and transfer of assets. Business Owners often are responsible for not just their livelihood but for those of their employees. In planning one should be thinking about the 5D’s of succession planning. We focus on the Disability, Divorce, Departure, Dissolution and Death when creating a succession plan. It is vital that there be a plan for sustaining operations in case of disability. There must be a delegated authority for short term as well as long term management of responsibilities and one of the challenges with planning for Disability is first the recognition of a disability. There must be a clear definition of triggering events of disability as well as the definition of disability. In many cases we develop panels of trusted individuals who can identify when there is a disability. The disability should include detection of substance abuse as well as mental and emotional health issues. There should also be the consideration of when there is restored ability and the restoration of responsibilities upon the restored ability. Divorce can have crippling effects upon a business. Whether the divorce is of the principal(s) or the partners of the principal, divorce can destroy a business. The structure of the business, the timing of business development as well as the funding of the business can be impacted by the laws of the state where the marital home is claimed. The conversation and consideration if there are two business co-owners who are married and decide not to stay married. The discussion regarding who has the benefit of the business should happen before the marriage or before the business is created. Sometimes after is a little late and there are too many emotions and hurt feelings to make a fair decision. Divorce that touches the business is painful almost always. Departure is the walking away from the business through either retirement, sales or distribution. When we reference departure in this setting, it is not because of death. It is a voluntary strategic plan to move out of the business. That may or may not be an arms length transaction. It can be to pass on to family members, employees or selling to a third unrelated person. There are many possibilities when strategic planning. Dissolution is the ending of the business. That can be due to voluntary or involuntary reasons. If the business is a sole proprietorship the business ends when the owner passes away. There is no separation between a sole proprietorship and the business owner. The determination of how the business is dissolved can be quite sticky and disruptive. The best way to play is to plan ahead. Death is the most obvious reason to plan for the succession of the business. Most of believe we will leave this earth through death. We need to factor whether there will be the need for probate, if there will be the continuous operation of the business after we pass away and how the people we love will be impacted. The people we love include not only the employees and the beneficiaries of our employees but also the customers we are serving. Looking at the 5 Ds of Succession Planning requires strategic planning. Let’s take the steps to plan not just for us but for the people we serve; friends, family employees and customers. Aimee D. Griffin, Esq., The Griffin Firm, PLLC www.yourestateplanningattorney.com (202)379-4738 5335 Wisconsin Ave NW Suite 440 Washington DC 20015 1401 Mercantile Lane Suite 383 Upper Marlboro MD 20774 100 International Drive 23rd Floor Baltimore MD 21202 1100 Peachtree ST NE Suite 200 Atlanta GA 30309 2530 Meridian Parkway Suite 300 Durham NC 27713
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NATIONAL D.C. Groups Essential in Pushing Black Candidates to Victory
By Stacy M. Brown WI Senior Writer @StacyBrownMedia
On Election Day, Antonio Delgado because the first Black congressman elected in upstate New York. Ayanna Pressley became Massachusetts’ first Black congresswoman and Jahana Hayes won election that’ll make her the first Black woman to represent Connecticut in Congress. Other African-American winners during the contentious midterm elections included Joe Neguse, now the first Black congressman out of Colorado; Garin Gilchrist, Michigan’s first Black lieutenant governor; Mandela Barnes, Wisconsin’s first Black lieutenant governor; Juliana Stratton, Illinois’ first Black lieutenant governor; Tish James, New York’s first Black female attorney general; Kwame Raoul, Illinois
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attorney general; Anita Earls, North Carolina Supreme Court; and Aaron Ford, Nevada’s first Black attorney general. Also, leading the election night charge and coming out victorious were African-American Democrats Colin Allred (Texas-32nd District), Lauren Underwood (Ill.-14th District) and Steven Horsford (Nev.4th District), as well as Ilhan Omar, who won election as the first Muslim women and first Somali-American elected to Congress out of Minnesota. Each of those election night victors enjoyed the support of The Collective PAC, a northwest D.C. consortium that raised more than $5.5 million and contributed over $800,000 directly to the candidates. Additionally, The Collective launched the largest mobile GOTV program in history, reaching over 1.4 million Black voters, encourag-
ing participation in the midterms through peer-to-peer conversations. Leaders of another D.C.-based firm, Think Rubix, the creators of the “Woke Vote” organizing model, said the election has allowed them to do something rare in a political climate defined by xenophobic rhetoric and consistent rollbacks of progressive policies. “With historic wins from Ayanna Pressley to Ilhan Omar, to a game-changing number of progressive women and women of color turning the House blue, to a possible run-off in Georgia governor’s race for Stacey Abrams to the restoration of voting rights to the formerly-incarcerated in Florida, we have reached a tipping point,” the group said in a statement. “When we look back on historic and critical wins, we must remember what it took and we must acknowledge who it took to make them. “Think Rubix and other Blackled organizations paved the road for Black-focused campaigning efforts, but as we’ve seen, campaigns cannot simply rely on the charity of Black-led organizations,” the Think Rubix officials said. “They must invest in Black voters and other voters of color, long-term and from the roots up. We can celebrate, however, that Florida voters have approved Amendment 4, calling for voter enfranchisement for almost 1.5 million people. This group of voters is disproportionately Black and represents a decisive voting bloc that could have turned the tide of the Florida governor race. The efforts count among the primary reasons why candidates of color were able to cross the finish line victorious. “The Collective PAC congratulates our endorsed candidates for running people-focused, successful campaigns that resulted in Democrats taking back the House and celebrate those who weren’t victorious last night,” The Collective PAC co-founders Quentin James and Stefanie Brown James said in a statement on Friday. “We endorsed these phenomenal Black candidates because we envision a progressive, inspired nation that reflects the great diversity of this country. We look forward to seeing the many ways in which our nation will change for the better at the hands of these newly elected officials. We truly believe that if Black people, people of color and women have equal representation in government, we can all realize the American dream.” Earlier, The Collective PAC released data culled from “Who Represents Us,” a project of the Women’s Donor Network, that revealed that 90 percent of elected officials in the United States are White, 95
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5 Georgia Democratic gubernatorial candidate Stacey Abrams campaigned with Rep. John Lewis(D-GA.). (WI Photo/Courtesy)
percent of elected prosecutors are White and 96 percent and 82 percent of Republican and Democratic candidates for political office are White. Therefore, The Collective PAC said its focused on increasing the number of African Americans in public office at all levels, to ensure that the nation upholds its ideals and promises of a truly representative democracy. With Georgia and Florida remaining “too close to call,” The Collective also reaffirmed its support for Georgia Democratic gubernatorial candidate Stacey Abrams and Florida Democratic gubernatorial candidate Andrew Gillum.
“We affirm our support of Georgia gubernatorial candidate Stacey Abrams as she continues to ensure that all voters in Georgia are seen and all voters are counted, and Andrew Gillum’s historic campaign in Florida,” The Collective’s founders said in the news release. “Even in the face of countless, racially motivated attacks and voter suppression efforts, Stacey and Andrew ran their races with dignity, pragmatism and an eye towards advancing the lives of all Georgians and Floridians. We stood with Stacey and Andrew at the very beginning of their campaigns and will continue to support their efforts to see true democracy fully exercised in Georgia and Florida.” WI w
Joint Center Urges New Congress to Prioritize Diversity By Stacy M. Brown WI Senior Writer @StacyBrownMedia The Joint Center for Political and Economic Studies, a northwest D.C.-based think tank, has called for all new and returning members of Congress to use the time between now and the new session to fill open staff positions with individuals of color. Founded in 1970, The Joint Center produces data, analyses and ideas aimed at solving challenges that confront the Black community. The organization remains focused on the future of work in African-American communities and congressional staff diversity. “Members of Congress have a real opportunity to address the appalling lack of diversity among top staff in the U.S. House and U.S. Senate as they prepare for the 116th Congress,” said Joint Center President Spencer Overton.
“Over the next two months, new members and returning members of both parties in both the House and Senate will have scores of top and mid-level positions to fill,” Overton said. “All of these members should take this opportunity to hire talented leaders from diverse backgrounds and ensure top and mid-level staff reflect the diversity of America.” Earlier this year, The Joint Center pushed back against President Donald Trump’s proposals to cut state job training grants by up to 40 percent. Joint Center officials said that move would disproportionately affect Black communities. The Joint Center’s September report, “Racial Diversity Among Top U.S. House Staff,” revealed several facts about the lack of top staff diversity in the current Congress: • While people of color account
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DIVERSITY from Page 16 for 38 percent of the U.S. population, they made up only 13.7 percent of all top House staff. • The American public was more likely to elect a person of color to the House than House members were to hire top staff of color. • 313 House members have no people of color who serve in any of their following “top staff” positions: chief of staff, legislative director, communications director, or full committee staff director. • Of the 350 White House Members, only 10 Republican Members and six Democratic Members have chiefs of staff of color. • Much of the House Democrats’ top staff diversity comes from Congressional Black Caucus members. Only 7.4 percent of top staff in the personal offices of White Democratic members are people of color even though, on average, 37.4 percent of their districts are people of color. • Only three percent of White Republican members’ top staff are people of color even though these Members represent districts that
NATIONAL are on average 26 percent people of color. • There are no Latinos, Asian American Pacific Islanders, or Native Americans in any of the 40 committee staff director positions or in any of the 24 chief of staff, policy director, or communications director positions in leadership offices of Democrats or Republicans. • The Joint Center released a similar report in 2015, “Racial Diversity Among Top Senate Staff, which included the troubling findings that people of color accounted for only 7.1 percent of top Senate staffers. “In both the U.S. House and U.S. Senate, new members, incoming Democratic and Republican committee and subcommittee chairs, and other returning members should immediately take several steps as they begin to fill open positions,” Overton said. Those steps include, developing a written office diversity and inclusion plan that includes recruitment and hiring goals and retention strategies for diverse top staff, he said. Further, members should adopt the Rooney Rule, which requires
5 Spencer Overton, president of the Joint Center for Political and Economic Studies /Courtesy of The Joint Center
interviewing at least one person of color for every top staff position and key mid-level staff position, Overton said. Senate Democrats adopted this rule in 2017. House Democrats indicated a commitment to adopt the Rooney Rule in 2017, but have not yet adopted and implemented the rule.
Members should also support proposals that will advance diversity when made by leadership, Overton said. “Republican and Democratic floor leadership in both the House and the Senate should develop diversity hiring goals, adopt the Rooney Rule, collect and annually publish demographic
data on each staff position in each office of their caucus, and provide adequate staff and other resources to help identify, prepare, and refer diverse candidates for top and mid-level staff position openings,” he said. “Senate Democrats have already adopted the Rooney Rule and disclose data annually.” WI
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Miriam Makeba Remembered 10 Years Later Ten years after music legend Miriam Makeba’s (left) death, family and friends are fondly remembering her lasting legacy. Makeba, affectionately known as “Mama Africa,” died of a heart attack during a concert in Italy in 2008. Her granddaughter Zenzi Makeba said that it had been a tough decade without her greatest support system, Johannesburg-based The Star reported Nov. 9. “I lost my mother, her only child, just before I turned 13 and so my grandmother raised me. There are so many memories she left me with but the one thing I will take with me is how she taught me to love and respect myself, deal with things hands on and fight for justice,” Zenzi said. “Even though losing my mother was painful, I am honored to have had the privilege of being raised by grandma. I really miss and love her. It gets so much harder especially at this time of the year.” Despite the pain, Zenzi is happy that her grandmother’s spirit still lives on. “Mama represented the flame of unity and even though she is gone, I can feel her spirit and it continues to live on. Our family is lighting candles to pay respects to our legendary grandmother,” she added. Longtime friend and legendary singer Dorothy Masuka: “I really miss Miriam a great deal. If there is anyone I miss the most in this world, it is my sister. I miss spending time with her and just being in her presence and doing things that sisters do.” As part of commemorating her life, the Miriam Makeba Foundation will be screening the movie “Mama Africa” at universities in South Africa. Traditional Help Buttons
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The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has allocated $625,000 to the youth component of its Partnership for Improved Safety and Security in Schools program, in the Ministry of Education, Youth and Information (MOEYI), according to Jamaica Information Services. The two-year program, which began July 2017 and is slated to end July 2019, is valued at $3 million. Yvonne Brown, (left) project manager for the USAID/MOEYI Partnership for Improved Safety and Security in Schools program, said the USAID believes that early intervention is critical for a safe and secure environment. “We recognize that if you don’t have a safe and secure environment for students and young people, you will be channelling funds to prisons, so it is better to help correct the issues and problems early,” Brown said. “Therefore, interventions are being applied through alternatives such as community youth clubs and uniformed groups.” Meanwhile, Floyd Green, state minister in the Ministry, said young people are looking for a sense of association, belonging and worth, and the government is committed to ensuring that positive alternatives are provided, especially for at-risk youth. WI
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WGL Helps Neighbors Prepare for Winter Submitted by Washington Gas On Saturday, November 3, WGL held its sixth annual Day of Weatherization, a community initiative featuring over 200 employee volunteers bringing joy to low-income and elderly residents throughout the region. Volunteers delivered energy-efficiency measures to reduce heating bills and add warmth to homes as the winter season approaches. “At WGL, giving back to the communities we serve is a core value and we’re excited to help neighbors, friends and families across the region with resources to prepare their homes and lower their energy bills as we brace for colder temperatures and wintry conditions,” said Adrian Chapman, President and Chief Executive Officer of WGL and Washington Gas. “We have been proud to call the D.C.-area home for 170 years and applaud the ongoing commitment of our employees who come together as a team to improve the lives of local residents.”
Throughout the day, volunteers were able to weatherize about 100 homes across Washington, D.C., Maryland, Virginia and West Virginia. Studies show that low-income homes save an average of $275 annually as a result of weatherization services. Volunteers also installed rooftop solar panels for two homes in Northwest D.C. Several homeowners expressed their gratitude for the work being done and excitement about the benefits. An 85-year-old Capitol Heights, Maryland, resident who had never had his 80-year old home weatherized was thrilled. “When you come in and seal my windows, it will be a very good benefit for me when I pay my gas bill. I appreciate it with a capital A,” said William Drew. A Washington Gas customer for 50-years, he still uses his vintage natural gas stove for baking sweet potato pies. Another Capitol Heights homeowner was also appreciative and commented, “I am looking forward to saving energy, to saving on gas because I know it is going to be a cold, cold winter. Having a warm home
and most of all saving on that energy bill as it can be quite high and I thank you all for coming in and doing all that you do for my home.” By taking the following simple steps of cost friendly upgrades, the typical low-income home can save an average of 25% on energy consumption after weatherization: • replacing or installing caulking on windows and doors; • installing plastic film on windows; • replacing furnace filters; • installing faucet aerators that reduce the amount of hot water used; and • providing weather stripping.
5 Mr. William Drew looks on as WGL and Washington Gas President and CEO Adrian Chapman prepares his windows for weatherization. Also included are WGL and Washington Gas’ Chief Communications Officer Brian Edwards and longtime company Weatherization pioneer Robert Bethea.
This annual WGL event continues a longtime corporate custom, which began in 2005 when Washington Gas, the company’s regulated natural gas utility, led the weatherization of homes in the area. For the past six years, the
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3 Robert Bethea with safety gifts for individuals whose homes were weatherized. 4Elizabeth Toumanios putting final touches on a window treated with plastic film during the Day of Weatherization.
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HEALTH Environmentalists Examine District’s Clean Energy Bill Major Focus Considers Potential Racial Implications By Sam P.K. Collins WI Contributing Writer @SamPKCollins For local horticulturist and business owner Xavier Brown, nothing spoke more to the urgency of his advocacy for environmental sustainability than unprecedented rainfall that waterlogged his cash crop – peppers – earlier this year. So while the D.C. Council moves closer toward approving legislation described by some as the most expansive clean energy legislation in any major U.S. city
to date, Brown and others say they’ll continue with efforts to include hard-working Black residents in the conversation. “This year was super rainy; the rainiest it’s been since I started working the land and a lot of water could cause trees to fall and mudslides [to occur],” Brown said. For him, the global implications of weather patterns in the D.C. metro area became clearer during a conference in Detroit where he learned that flowers there didn’t pollinate this year as the spring season
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skipped the city altogether. During recent forums in Wards 7 and 8, Brown and fellow colleagues uttered ominous warnings about the environmental effects of the District’s population spike expanding development. They also spoke with residents about the Sustainable DC Plan, an effort by the DC Department of Energy & Environment and Office of Planning to improve the District’s standing in the areas of climate, energy, food, nature, transportation, waste, water and the green economy. “If we’re not careful, something could happen to our city for which we’re ill-prepared,” he added. “It seems like people are beginning to take climate change more seriously. This should be a discussion that we have along with disaster preparedness.” If passed, the CleanEnergy DC Omnibus Amendment Act of 2018 would direct the District to ramp up plans that would help the city meet its goal of halving greenhouse gas emissions by 2032, reducing them at a clip of 80 percent by 2050. The legislation would establish the following: set a building energy performance standard program for large and new structures in the District; incentivize the purchase of fuel-efficient vehicles with Department of Motor Vehicles excise taxes; require that energy purchased in the District come from renewable sources by 2032; and fund low-income energy assistance programs. “Fighting climate change is made all the harder by the fact that, in order to be effective, it
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requires global cooperation and good faith among many countries and sectors of the economy,” Councilmember Mary Cheh (D-Ward 3) wrote in a statement. “On top of that, given the timescale of global warming, we’re unlikely to see the benefits of our work and sacrifices in our lifetimes – instead, we make them for our children.” In July, more than a year after President Donald Trump (R) announced his intention to pull out of the Paris Climate Treaty, Cheh, along with Chairman Phil Mendelson (D) and Councilmembers Charles Allen (D-Ward 6), Trayon White (D-Ward 8), and Brianne Nadeau (D-Ward 1), introduced the CleanEnergy DC Omnibus Amendment Act. Around that time, D.C. experienced humidity and high temperatures which meteorologists called the city’s hottest month on record. Predictions that 100year recurring storms along the Mid-Atlantic will appear in 25year intervals due to changes in the climate have also surfaced. As of October, eight out of 13 council members have expressed support for the Act. While the People’s Counsel Sandra Mattavous-Frye spoke in favor of the legislation, she stressed that the transition should not financially burden low-income residents. The bill, as it now stands, would raise rates on electric and gas bills by a couple dollars to finance the District’s Green Bank. In late October, the D.C. Council Committee on Business & Economic Development hosted a public hearing on the legisla-
tion. On hour before its convening, the DC Climate Coalition hosted a volleyball flash mob in nearby Freedom Plaza to greater highlight what organizers described as an “endless summer.” Buildings account for nearly three-fourths of the District’s energy consumption, particularly commercial buildings. Studies show that with the erection of a new large structure comes the trapping of more heat to create what experts call urban heat islands. Climate Central named the District one of the country’s hottest cities in its 2014 report about the phenomenon. “This is another opportunity for climate resiliency to be on the forefront,” said Michelle Mabson, chief advocacy officer of Black Millennials 4 Flint, a grassroots organization dedicated to acting against lead exposure in Black and Latino communities. While Mabson commended the council for its attention to climate issues, she suggested that the Act consider urban heat islands and other potentially adverse long-term, climate-related effects of D.C.’s population boom and urban development. “What are more innovative ways to address, not only the energy piece, but ways buildings could be erected to decrease the potential for flooding when there’s no soil in place to help absorb the water?” she asked. “As more buildings are built, how do we counter that? We have to look for examples in cities where they’re trying to address that piece.” WI
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D.C. Youth Address Gun Violence in PSA By Sam P.K. Collins WI Contributing Writer @SamPKCollins As public officials, activists and residents scramble to address the scourge of gun violence in the District, a group of young people affected by the bloodshed have set out to examine the issue more holistically. Members of Pathways 2 Power, an activist group made up of Thurgood Marshall Academy Public Charter School students and alumni, recently screened their anti-violence public service announcement, voicing their concerns about the gun-related deaths in their communities and weighing in on what they believe to be the underlying causes. “Materialism makes us rob people who look just like us,” said group member Lauryn Renford, one of the 11 youths behind the anti-violence public service announcement making the rounds on local television and at D.C. Council hearings in recent months. “I think about the mindset of peers who condone violence.” The standing-room-only event on Nov. 8 in the back of Ben’s Chili Bowl in Northwest attracted D.C. Police Chief Peter Newsham, D.C. Council members Kenyan McDuffie (D-Ward 5) and Trayon White (D-Ward 8), and Ben’s Chili Bowl historian Bernard Demczuk, each of whom commended the activists for their efforts to galvanize their peers in the fight against gun violence. For more than an hour, the youths presented solutions to tackle the poverty, lack of resources, and educational gaps they said created the conditions that led to the killings of two of their peers, Zaire Kelly and Paris Brown, within a four-month span. “In middle school, I learned Black history beyond when our ancestors were enslaved,” Lauryn said. “It showed me a mirror of myself. Learning Black history is necessary for Black children because it fills your self-esteem. You don’t look at yourself and think about your lineage that was enslaved, you think about greatness.” Before the conversation started, guests watched the public service announcement, which
featured scenes filmed in neighborhoods throughout Anacostia. In the video, the young people, standing in front of houses and landmarks, spoke about how gun violence affected their lives and issued a call to action for their peers to organize against it. The film project, supported by GroundMedia, a Southeast-based strategic creative studio, coalesced in the aftermath of the murders of Zaire, 16, and Paris, 19, two Thurgood Marshall students who were fatally shot September 2017 and January, respectively. In the months after the deaths, the number of homicides for 2018 surpassed that of the previous year. As of this week, 145 gun deaths have been reported. Amid the ongoing violence, members of Pathways 2 Power brainstormed ways to examine the epidemic in their city. “This public service announcement came together [because] we wanted to express our opinions,” said RuKiyah Mack, a member of Pathways 2 Power. “We created a script that reflected the changes we wanted to see. The scenes were shot around historic Anacostia. Violence stems from poverty — if you’re someone without and you see someone who has it all, you ultimately resort to gun violence.” For some of the young filmmakers, curbing violence means
strengthening police-community relationships and infusing funds into citywide programs with a proven track record of helping disaffected young people. “When we have honest dialogue with police officers, we can make change,” Keron Campbell, Thurgood Marshall student and one of two D.C. youth mayors, said during the screening event. “We only come together when there’s conflict. I fear for my life sometimes going to 7-11, and I live in a community with violence two blocks away from the police station. We can do more things by funding more programs like the Marion Barry Youth Leadership Institute.” White, who legislates on behalf of residents living near Thurgood Marshall, said he wants to take steps that will better allow those students and other young people in Ward 8 to tackle gun violence and other issues. After the screening, he conferred with Pathways 2 Power members who expressed interest in participating on a youth advisory council. “We have to be in a place where we change from us talking about the youth as the problem, to us talking about them as the solution,” White said. “They know about the problems before us, and we should empower them to become their own solution.” WI
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EDUCATION BANNEKER from Page 1 least an educational campus that includes Banneker and a middle school. “No one opposes the notion that Banneker should have the ability to increase its enrollment,” said Alexander M. Padro, Advisory Neighborhood Commissioner of single-member district 6E01, an area that includes the Shaw community. “Our issue is that for the last 10 years, we have been waiting for a new middle school that was promised to us during a consolidation that combined Garnett Patterson and Shaw.” Padro, a Shaw resident of more than two decades and executive director of Shaw Main Streets, Inc. explained what he described as a battle that has dragged on
since the Fenty administration for a new middle school in the 900 block of Rhode Island Avenue NW to serve families in the community. Earlier this year, as a participant on an advisory committee that mulled over the path officials would take for Banneker, Padro maintained his position that Shaw parents would reject any proposal that didn’t place a middle school on the controversial site. He said that request has fallen on deaf ears. “It has been very frustrating to hear that [city officials] had been contemplating this without the Shaw community’s input to give us a high school that we don’t need instead of a middle school we’ve been promised,” said Padro, who emphasized that he and his neighbors would like an out-
come in which Banneker receives its renovations and students in the community get a middle school. Padro cited a recent feasibility study by the 21st Century School Fund touting the modernization of Banneker, located on Euclid Street, as the more cost-effective alternative that would allow room for 700 students in its current building and the return of a middle school in Shaw. Banneker, an alternative education institution since 1981, provides more than 400 students a highly structured, rigorous academic experience geared toward college preparedness. Since 2001, it has been an International Baccalaureate World School and gained recognition as a National Blue Ribbon School in 2017. In a press statement, Banneker Principal Anita Berger described the move as an opportunity to build on prior successes and help more students defy the odds. A DCPS official said she was unavailable to comment further on the matter. The D.C. Council Committee on Education scheduled a Nov. 15 roundtable to address the Banneker relocation plan, slated
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to include representatives from the Office of the Deputy Mayor for Education and DCPS as well as a comment period for people with varying perspectives. Becky Reina, a seven-year LeDroit Park resident who signed up to testify at the roundtable, said students need resources within walking distance from their houses at a precarious stage in their development. “DCPS hasn’t done a good job of creating a feeder program in the middle of the city,” said Reina, a mother of two Cleveland Elementary School students. Reina said that though her children are on track to enroll in MacFarland Middle School’s dual-language immersion program, her concerns lie more with families who would have to send their young ones to Cardozo Education Campus, which she said has experienced some administrative instability in its expansion. “There’s only so much you can do because Cardozo is an education campus,” she said. “Not a lot of kids from Seaton, Garrison and Cleveland go from those elementary schools to Cardozo Education Campus for middle school. Middle school is such a hard time of life so middle schoolers have unique needs and they need a unique focus.” In 2014, after months of debate between city officials, parents and community members, then-Mayor Vincent C. Gray’s administration implemented new boundaries for the academic year that aligned each home with an elementary, middle and high school.
However, the absence of a nearby middle school in an area that includes the Shaw and LeDroit Park communities complicated matters for some parents. An April report by the D.C. Policy Center said that families in that part of the District opted to enroll their children in out-ofboundary public institutions or charter schools during the middle school years. In his fiscal 2014 budget proposal, Gray (D) included renovations to the former Shaw Junior High School. After his successor, Muriel Bowser, took office, her administration allocated those monies — roughly $54 million — elsewhere. In a statement about the Banneker proposal last month, Bowser expressed a commitment to opening a middle school that meets the needs of the Shaw community. Shaw residents said she indicated at one point that the site would become a mixeduse development that includes a middle school. For Reina, it’s become a question of if or how much Bowser will be transparent during the process. “The mayor has made decisions that go against plans to reopen the middle school in Center City,” she said. “Banneker moving to Shaw had been a secret, so it might not be a bad decision ultimately, but the process around it is so poor. We want transparency around these issues.” The Washington Informer will provide updates about this situation as it evolves. WI
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New Faces Elected to Prince George’s County School Board By William J. Ford WI Staff Writer @jabariwill Three new people will represent the Prince George’s County school board next month, which could represent a cultural change from the public infighting among board members when former public schools CEO Kevin Maxwell led the state’s second-largest school system. Voters chose two political neophytes — Belinda Queen and Joshua Thomas — over incumbents for a nonpartisan board that uses a hybrid model with elected and appointed members. Unofficial results from the Nov. 6 general election show both candidates winning by at least 2,500 votes each. “On behalf of the voters that supported me, I say ‘thank you’ and who believed in the mes-
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sage of putting kids first for a change,” said Queen, who will represent District 6 after defeating Vice Chairwoman Carolyn Boston. “I’m a person who’s going to sympathize and empathize because … a lot of things people talk about, I’ve been there and done that.” Queen, of Landover, retired 10 years ago from Verizon, recently completed a term on the county’s Democratic Central Committee, has three children, nine stepchildren and served as a foster parent or guardian to 11 children. Boston sought a third fouryear term to represent the area that includes Capitol Heights and Francis Scott Key elementary schools and Thomas G. Pullen Creative and Performing Arts. Thomas, a Howard University graduate and manager of recruitment at historically Black colleges and universities with Teach For America, defeated incumbent Lupi Quinteros-Grady for the District 2 seat by slightly more than 3,000 votes. The territory encompasses College Park Academy, Greenbelt Middle School and Eleanor Roosevelt High School, among other schools. Dinora Hernandez, an attorney and Latino liaison in the county executive’s office, didn’t seek re-election in District 3. Voters chose Pamela Boozer-Strother, a small-business owner and community activist, over Juwan Blocker, a Bowie State University student and former student member on the board, by more than 2,100 votes. Schools in that district are:
Hyattsville Elementary, César Chávez Dual Spanish Immersion and Northwestern High School. The public school system’s hierarchy also underwent leadership changes this year, including interim CEO Monica Goldson, who Prince George’s County Executive Rushern L. Baker III appointed to replaced Maxwell in July. The only school board incumbent to win, Sonya Williams, will serve a second four-year term to represent District 9 after defeating social studies teacher Arun Puracken by more than 12,000 votes. Williams will help oversee schools in the southern part of Prince George such as Tanglewood Regional, Gwynn Park middle and high schools. Raaheela Ahmed, a District 5 board member and part of a minority bloc that challenged Maxwell, welcomes her new colleagues. “It will be refreshing to have new energy on the board,” she said. “We need fighters on our board. We need people to speak up when things aren’t going right because the only way we can correct our deficiencies is if we vocalize them first.” WI
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EDITORIAL Veterans Deserve 365 Days of Thanks and Support Many of America’s veterans appear to have embraced a new attitude in stark contrast from the normative stance held in previous generations. In that not so distant past, it was common for our armed forces personnel to live with conditions that included segregated units for Blacks, also denied equal opportunities to advance due to the color of their skin and policies that belittled and isolated women, similarly limiting the roads they could take in order to move up the ranks. But during the last several days while spending time with veterans who live in the Greater Washington Area, we have seen something that deserves recognition. While veterans may be different due to race, gender, branch of service or age, they exude an uncanny, undeniably strong bond that’s hard to ignore whenever two or more occupy the same space. If we didn’t know any better, we’d almost want to describe the way they interact with and treat one another the way Dr. King described humanity after allowing for God’s radical transformation: the Beloved Community. As America and many nations in Europe paused recently to honor the millions of soldiers who died during World War I, veterans of today held their comrades closely, silently remembering their own experiences. They reached out to their brothers and sisters still fighting pain, fatigue, loneliness, disillusionment – even those “demons” that have haunted them since facing terror in foreign lands – sometimes even on the battlefield. They pulled their fellow veterans closer without concern for the “isms” that humanity routinely allows to needlessly separate one from another, keeping the human race at odds. Our vets have sacrificed more than we’ll ever know, contending with forces and conditions that we may never understand that derailed their emotion and physical well-being. And while they have returned to their native land, many are homeless. Others are hopeless. Such conditions are unacceptable. Veterans Day 2018 was a great time of celebration in America. But now the parties are over. Still, don’t our vets deserve our thanks and support 365 days a year? Of course they do. So, what are we waiting for? WI
Black Women Are Trump’s Antidote Donald Trump’s disdain for women and for Blacks reached an alltime low last week when he thought it presidential to insult three African-American female journalists for asking him questions, answers to which the American people want to know. Abby Phillip, April Ryan and Yamiche Alcindor are members of the White House Press corps representing CNN, American Urban Radio and PBS NewsHour, respectively. During a press conference last week, when Phillips asked Trump if he wanted acting Attorney General Matthew Whitaker to reign in Special Counsel Robert Muller on the Russian investigation, he responded, “what a stupid question. But I watch you a lot; you ask a lot of stupid questions.” Trump never answered her question. The following day when Alcindor asked Trump to explain what he meant by calling himself a “nationalist,” he responded by calling her question “racist.” He went on to say, “Honestly, that’s a racist question that is so insulting to me.” Again, he never answered her question either. And then he dove in on Ryan who previously asked Trump about voter suppression regarding the recent mid-term elections. Trump accused Ryan of disrespecting the White House and the presidency and then proceeded to call her “a loser” who “doesn’t know what the hell she is doing. She’s very nasty,” he told reporters. Again, he refused to answer her question. All three journalists were interviewed by several news organizations following Trump’s slew of insults – each expressed steadfast resolve to continue to pose the hard questions. They collectively believe if not them, then who will keep Trump accountable, particularly on issues WWW.WASHINGTONINFORMER.COM
TO THE EDITOR Gubernatorial Losses Felt Nationwide I was devastated that none of the Black gubernatorial candidates was announced winner on election night. They were such awesome candidates. Even though I live in D.C., I wanted to see them win and bring change to states that needed it the most. I know there is a recount in Florida and a legal battle in Georgia, but I must say I don’t believe they will win at the end of the day. Gail Finley Washington, D.C.
of interest to African Americans. We agree with a white female colleague who said of the three veteran journalists, “All are good about defending themselves but shouldn’t have to.” African-American women journalists who cover the White House are a rarity; over the past 50 years only a few have been afforded the unique opportuni-
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Woo-hoo, Mayor Muriel Bowser wins a second term. I wasn’t surprised at all to see that Bowser is first woman to be re-elected as mayor of D.C. This city and this country is so hard on women, especially women politicians. Mayor Bowser has done a lot, I feel, with affordable housing and getting in front of any issue that pops up. Is she perfect? Of course not, but that’s not the point. The people have spoken and I want her to do well. Why wouldn’t I? If she doesn’t, we suffer. Leslie Smith Washington, D.C.
ty. Even in the Obama Administration, Black reporters complained about being overlooked. Still, no Administration in U.S. history – a measure Trump likes to use – has been as disparaging and disrespectful to Blacks, African-American women in particular, as Trump. Trump says his approval ratings among African Americans is
high which is difficult to believe. But, Mr. Trump, you can count on them dropping lower the more you reveal your misogynist and racist attitude about Black women. Their response was heard in the mid-term elections; it will be even louder and clearer in 2020. That’s the “racist” and “stupid” deal you have made. WI
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OPINIONS/EDITORIALS Guest Columnist
By Julianne Malveaux
The President and the Press: Unhinged Attacks are Repulsive
A cursory look at the win-loss column after last week’s midterm elections suggests that nobody left the table empty-handed. Democrats gained control of the House of Representatives, Republicans expanded their control of the Senate, hundreds of state legislative seats flipped from Democratic to Republican, and
Democrats gained governors, attorneys general, and other key positions. But both democracy and the truth took a hit during the midterms, when the president of the United States obfuscated, prevaricated, and just plain lied every chance he got. And then he had the nerve to say he tells the truth “when he can,” which really means he tells the truth only when it serves him. During the midterm campaign, 45 notably attacked Democratic opponents any way he could, often with the vilest of lies. Af-
rican-American political candidates, especially Stacey Abrams (Georgia) and Andrew Gillum (Florida), were the focus of his ire. While 45 counts the midterm election as a victory, he was so testily obnoxious in the press conference the day after the election that it is clear that he felt the loss. And when a bully is beaten, he lashes out. CNN’s Jim Acosta was the victim of his ire. Because he was persistent in asking a question, he was falsely accused of putting his hands on someone, and
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his White House press pass was revoked. At the same press conference, the so-called leader of the free world was rudely dismissive to American Urban Radio’s star reporter, April Ryan, repeatedly telling her to “sit down.” Then, on Nov. 9, he attacked Ryan, calling her a “loser” and saying that she “doesn’t know what the hell she is doing.” He said he might consider yanking her press credentials. The president is on a roll when it comes to Black women in the press.
He told CNN’s Abby Phillip that she “always asks stupid question” when she asked him whether he elevated Matt Whitaker to acting Attorney General because he will impede the Mueller investigation. Stupid is the perfect way to describe a president who does not even know how to use Google search to figure out that his pick to replace Jeff Sessions is biased against an investigation he is now charged with supervising. Phillips,
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By E. Faye Williams
Our Political Realignment
Nancy Pelosi laid out clearly what Democrats must do. Watching her handle a press conference was such a contrast after seeing the angry, silly, untruthful, bragging, disrespectful press conference by #45, whose name is not worth calling because it is so filled with pollution. What a relief it is to have a potential Speaker stand up to #45 — and have the power to block some of his childish antics! Obviously, my heart was broken when it became apparent that we
would not be able to celebrate the election of Mayor Andrew Gillum or Stacey Abrams for governor or Beto O’Rourke for the U.S. Senate. Those results harkened the bitter memories of the voter suppression, racial hatred and overtly racist acts I experienced in my own run for Congress in deeply red Louisiana. Sadly, a majority of this racism came from my own party. I upset the image. I was both a woman and Black, and White Democrats had not seen such a candidate before. Louisiana was still firmly in the grip of the “Old South” mentality. And, as James Baldwin said, “Segregation may be practically gone, but the funeral is still going on.” During this campaign, the spirit
of racial animus was resurrected in full force. In Florida and Georgia high quality Democratic candidates were defeated by those who placed their delusional racist reasoning over their own interests and the interests of those they claim to love. In Beto’s case, the racists thought he might actually help the underserved. Now, let’s talk about the good stuff. Democrats regained the House of Representatives. People, who are inclined to support our community, won many local elections. Though not truly complete, the efforts of many women were rewarded with victory. More than 100 women were elected. Among them, three Black, two Muslim, two Native
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American, and a Palestinian woman! Now that women know we can win, future victories are assured. It’s a shame that instead of welcoming diversity, many have gone out of their way to reject it — some in a violent way. We’ve seen white males in horrendous acts over the past few weeks. They’ve killed 11 innocent worshippers in a Pittsburgh synagogue and sent shock waves of fear through that community and the nation; Two innocent people fell victim in a yoga studio in Florida; and two innocent Black people were gunned down at a Kentucky grocery store. This very same indifference to justice and honor was mirrored by the secretary of state, who was suffi-
ciently arrogant as to try to sell us the idea he could fairly and impartially manage an election in which he was a principal. Oh, how they try to stop our progress! Despite these inexcusable infractions and the fact that our preferred candidates did not win, we must hold to the belief that the arch of the pendulum swings toward justice. Horrible acts of domestic terrorism and #45’s immoral distortion of our national character and the TRUTH will not overshadow the insight, courage and bravery of those citizens who work unceasingly for the goal of perfecting our union.
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By Marian Wright Edelman
Succeeding Against the Odds
After two years of divisive, hateful rhetoric from the highest levels of government, the profoundly inhumane treatment of immigrant families, and the placing of corporate profits ahead of the basic needs of children — the poorest age group in America — the results of the Nov. 6 elections instilled in many that most precious resource: hope. Change began sweeping across our country this week, bringing a new, diverse set of faces into the halls of Congress, governors’ mansions and statehouses. With them comes a new opportuni-
ty to improve the odds for children. We look to the two years ahead with more hope and determination that incumbent and new leaders alike will commit to common sense, fiscally responsible and compassionate policies to help end child poverty and inequality in America. Every child deserves health care and food, schools that are equitably funded, and protection from relentless gun violence. Every child needs a level playing field and an end to the cradle-to-prison pipeline crisis. But it is not our political leaders that give me the most hope — it is our courageous and resilient young people. I was reminded of that yesterday as the Children’s Defense
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Fund (CDF) honored five D.C.-area high school students at our annual Beat the Odds celebration. The Beat the Odds program identifies and rewards young people who have overcome tremendous adversity, demonstrated academic excellence and are giving back to their communities. By providing them college scholarships, leadership skills and more, the program supports these astounding youths — who too many people would write off — to become the next generation of effective servant leaders. Because of CDF’s Beat the Odds program hundreds of young people who have persevered and overcome profound family challenges, homelessness, parental incarcer-
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ation, drug and alcohol addiction, neglect and abuse, or gun violence have been able to attend college and become outstanding adults. They are doctors and lawyers, teachers and Peace Corps volunteers, and responsible parents. They are living proof that no one should ever give up on a child. The five students who received honors and scholarships at this week’s Beat the Odds celebration are no different. Dajanae Dennis was delighted when her one and only sister was born in 2016. Within two months, however, her sister began having seizures and was diagnosed with Dravet Syndrome — a rare, genetic, lifelong form of epilepsy. Since then, Dajanae
has had to step in to care for her sister while her mom works long hours trying to make ends meet. Balancing academics with extracurricular commitments while acting as a primary support for her mother, her sister and four brothers has been challenging, but Dajanae continues to strive for greatness. Last year she was accepted into the Upward Bound, Pre-College Program at the University of Maryland and now hopes to be the first one in her immediate family to graduate from high school and attend college. Dieudonne Kazzembe was just a small child when his mother, father,
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By Marc H. Morial
Deep South States Take Long-Overdue Step Out of Jim Crow Past
“Today it is perfectly legal to discriminate against criminals in nearly all the ways that it was once legal to discriminate against African Americans. Once you’re labeled a felon, the old forms of discrimination—employment discrimination, housing discrimination, denial of the right to vote, denial of educational opportunity, denial of food stamps and other public benefits, and exclusion from jury service— are suddenly legal. As a criminal,
you have scarcely more rights, and arguably less respect, than a Black man living in Alabama at the height of Jim Crow. We have not ended racial caste in America; we have merely redesigned it.” ― Michelle Alexander, “The New Jim Crow” The Urban League Movement congratulates two states in the Deep South that took a step out of the dark Jim Crow past by passing major criminal justice reforms on Election Day. In Louisiana, voters overwhelmingly approved an amendment to the state constitution
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that will require unanimous jury verdicts to convict on felony charges. Until now, Louisiana was one of only two states, along with Oregon, that allowed non-unanimous jury verdicts for felonies, and only Louisiana allowed them for murder. And more than a million previously incarcerated Floridians have had their voting rights restored. Florida was one of 13 states that bar those convicted of felonies from voting even after their sentences have been served. Both laws had their roots in the post-Reconstruction-era crackdown on civil rights for
Black Americans, more than 150 years in the past. They have rightly been consigned to the ash heap of history. Drafters of the 1898 Louisiana state constitution aimed to “perpetuate the supremacy of the Anglo-Saxon race in Louisiana,” scrubbing from the rolls nearly all 130,000 Black registered voters. By law, they couldn’t simply ban Black people from voting or serving on juries, so they devised a system that would invalidate the votes of the few African Americans who might make it on to a jury — the votes of only nine of 12 jurors would be counted.
In its 1972 Apodaca v. Oregon ruling, the U.S. Supreme Court validated non-unanimous verdicts in state courts — but not federal ones. At a Constitutional convention the next year, Louisiana lawmakers changed the number of jurors required for a verdict from nine to 10. The law’s racist intent carried into the present day. Roughly a third of Louisianans are Black, but two-thirds of state prisoners and three-fourths of inmates serving life without parole are Black.
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By Rev. Jesse L. Jackson Sr.
Dems Need a Plan Beyond Responding to Trump
With majority control in the House of Representatives, Democrats have an enormous opportunity — and face a distinct peril. The opportunity is to lay out in hearings and in legislation a long-overdue change agenda for America. The peril is they’ll get caught responding to President Trump’s outrage a day, focus on pursuing his corruption, his tax-
es, his payoffs, his fulminations and unending lies. The latter fixates the media. The former serves the American people. No doubt, Democrats have to defend the democracy, ensure that Trump is not able to obstruct the investigation of Russian interference. Democrats, however, have to walk and chew gum at the same time, and that requires laying down a clear agenda for change. The needs for reform are apparent. Democrats gained popular favor running on extending
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and defending health care and on democracy reform, including reviving the Voting Rights Act, curbing big money in politics, automatic voter registration, ending gerrymandering and a rollback of the voter suppression techniques that have spread across the country. The reform manifesto is far broader than that. Democrats should stand for raising worker wages — a $15 minimum wage, mandatory overtime for those earning $70,000 or less, labor law reform to protect workers
right to organize. A major investment in a Green New Deal, generating good jobs while moving rapidly to meet the threat posed by catastrophic climate change and modernizing our decrepit infrastructure, needs to be detailed and pushed. Student loan debt continues to hit new records, even though enrollment in colleges has dropped. A good public education from pre-K through college or advanced training should be available to every child in America. Democrats need a plan for re-
viving the impoverished ghettos and barrios of urban America and the devastated small towns and red-lined regions of rural America. Simple steps for building equal justice for all are also needed. Trump campaigned by rousing fears of a fake “invasion” of immigrants, yet most Americans continue to believe immigrants are more beneficial to America than costly. Comprehensive immigration
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By Askia Muhammad
The Third American ‘Reconstruction’ is Now
In 2018, we are living through the Third American Reconstruction. The First Reconstruction was during the period from 18651877, the years following the Civil War. An attempt was made at that time to emancipate the newly freedmen, reconcile the war-weary nation, and transform the 11 rebellious ex-Confederate states back into the Union. Only the White supremacists resisted every
step of the way. The Second Reconstruction was from 1954-1968, the civil rights movement. Segregation was outlawed, but restless Negroes demanded more, more! Militant Black leaders were jailed, murdered, ignored, silenced. White supremacists in politics resisted, adopting a “Southern Strategy” to appeal to the anti-Black sentiments of rural, uneducated White voters. Now we have the Third Reconstruction. After the turn of the century, Black folks made great strides in every arena, including an
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African-American president of the United States. And just like twice before, in 2016 the White supremacists stormed back, winning the White House, and majorities in both the House of Representatives and the Senate. In two years they have busily undone every single policy, or even semblance of a policy favoring Black folks that wasn’t permanently bolted to the ground. Since this country’s founding, it’s been rooted in slavery and exploitation. The Electoral College favors rural, southern, small population states, as does the Senate.
The continent, the territory itself was stolen from the Native inhabitants who were slaughtered. The nation’s wealth was built on 310 years of free labor by millions of enslaved Africans. That is the White supremacist narrative which goes unchallenged. This 2018 election was about reigning in the most primitive, nativist tendencies of chest-thumping “nationalist,” President Donald J. Trump. If Trumpism is the backlash to the Millennial Reconstruction, voters refused to cosign the president’s worst instincts … this time.
The White, tribal response is to bask in the benefits of all the past wrongdoing by this country’s leadership, and then decline responsibility when the bill comes due. Each far-fetched solution commits more of the nation’s ill-gotten-treasure to schemes benefiting themselves only, never realizing that the behavior of this country toward “the least of these …” will measure the country’s ability to successfully respond to the variety of moral challenges ahead. That’s not the typical White voter re-
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6 The Kingdom Choir of London, England, who sang at Prince Harry and Meghan Markal’s royal wedding, performs a medley of songs at the Invictus Games Sydney 2018 Closing Ceremony at Qudos Bank Arena, Saturday, Oct. 27 in Sydney, Australia. /WI Photo/Patricia Little
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3 The Duke of Sussex, Founder of the Games, congratulates military men and women about their magnificent achievements made at the Invictus Games Sydney 2018 during the Closing Ceremony at Qudos Bank Arena, Saturday, Oct. 27, 2018 in Sydney, Australia. /WI Photo/Patricia Little)
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5 Lee Harvey, Major/U.S. Army, participates in the Invictus Games Sydney 2018 Indoor Rowing competition at Quaycentre Sydney Olympic Park on Monday, Oct. 22, 2018 in Sydney, Australia. /WI Photo/Patricia Little
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LIFESTYLE Holiday Classic, ‘The Nutcracker,’ Hits Silver Screen
Includes Performance by Famed Ballerina Misty Copeland
By Eunice Moseley Special to the Washington Informer The holiday season has begun early this year as a fresh spin of the classic Christmas story whose characters include a young girl named Clara, dancing fairies, mice in battle and a mysterious nutcracker comes to theaters throughout the U.S. The recently-released film, “The Nutcracker and the Four Realms,” a modernized retelling of E.T.A. Hoffmann’s short story “The Nutcracker and the Mouse King” and Marius Petipa’s (the ballet’s original choreographer) “The Nutcracker Ballet,” stars MacKenzie Foy (from “The Twilight Saga”) as Clara the Princess of the Four Realms, Jayden Fowora-Knight as The Nutcracker, Oscar-nominated Morgan Freeman as the Godfather and Misty Copeland, the famed, African-American ballerina of the American Ballet Theatre in a special performance. The story follows Clara as she goes on a Christmas present hunt, thanks to Godfather Drosselmeyer, during which she finds a key in a land called The Four Realms – a place she later learns owes its beginnings to her mother, who created it and once ruled as its queen. Clara becomes convinced that the key can open a mysterious, golden, nut-shaped giftbox given to her by her mother prior to her death. And she believes that a message from her mother lies locked inside the box. But before she can use the key, it’s stolen by a mouse – a subject of Queen Mother Ginger (portrayed by Helen Mirren), forced into isolation by the other three realms after the Four Realms Queen disappeared. The tale of adventure also fea-
tures Academy Award-winner Keira Knightly as the Queen Sugar Plum Fairy, Eugenio Derbez as the Flower Realm King and Richard E. Grant as the Snow Realm King, along with the Lasse Hallstrom and Joe Johnston as the directors and co-producers Mark Gordon and Larry Franco. More information about the Walt Disney Pictures/Mark Gordon Company production can be found at www. Movies.Disney.com/the-nutcrackerand-the-four-realms.
MOSCOW BALLET DANCES ‘NUTCRACKER’ IN SPECTACULAR U.S. TOUR
For those who enjoy seeing the “Nutcracker” performed on stage, a special opportunity awaits as one of the world’s highly-regarded ballet companies tours 45 U.S. cities throughout the months of November and December. The Moscow Ballet Theatre will present the “Great Russian Nutcracker,” also titled the “Moscow Ballet Dove of Peace Tour featuring the Great Russian Nutcracker and Swan Lake” – brought to a city “near you” because of 100 dancers, 1,000 crew members and nine mega-trucks. The “Great Russian Nutcracker” performances will unveil the premier of a new principal dancer, the Moscow Ballet Theatre’s Rafael Urazov in its “Dove of Peace” and “Arabian” dance segments. Urazov, after suffering a potentially career-ending knee injury, supplemented his two-years rehabilitation regiment by employing acrobatics and boxing to strengthen his muscles. He would incorporate many of the moves upon his return as a ballet dancer – moves that can be seen in
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his role in the “Dove of Peace Tour.” This will be the first time that he dances in the “Dove of Peace” segment – one created exclusively for the Moscow Ballet Theatre that they would incorporate in 1993, reimaging the originally named piece, The Bird,” as “The Dove,” also choosing it as the signature of the company. The “Great Russian Nutcracker” tour, with more stops scheduled in Canada, will visit a total of 100 cities in North America. The company will also reach out into communities through its “Dance with Us,” engaging youth, 6 to 18, bringing them onstage and teaching them Russian ballet. It’s estimated that they will reach over 6,000 American ballet dance students – youth who The Moscow Ballet Theatre has dubbed “Ambassadors of Peace for Moscow” as they “bridge cultural divides and spread the message of peace.” Editor’s Note: “The Nutcracker,” a two-act ballet with a score by Peter Tchaikovsky (op. 71), premiered in
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5 Scenes from “The Nutcracker and the Four Realms.” /Courtesy photos
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FOR THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY HEADQUARTERS CONSOLIDATION AT ST. ELIZABETHS IN SOUTHEAST WASHINGTON, DC Scoping and Public Involvement Notice for a Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement under the National Environmental Policy Act and Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act for the Proposed Master Plan Amendment #2 for the U.S. Department of Homeland Security Headquarters at St. Elizabeths West Campus in Southeast Washington, DC
The U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) is proposing to amend the 2012 U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Headquarters Consolidation at St. Elizabeths Master Plan to house DHS operating components at the St. Elizabeths West Campus in Southeast Washington, DC. GSA will prepare a Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement (SEIS) in accordance with Section 102 of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and with Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act in accordance with 36 CFR Part 800.8. NEPA requires a Federal agency to provide the public with an opportunity to participate in the process of analyzing the impact of Federal actions on the environment. Previous St. Elizabeths Master Plans and Environmental Impact Statements are available for review at http://stelizabethsdevelopment.com/nepa.html.
PUBLIC SCOPING MEETING: An open house style public meeting will be held on November 29, 2018, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the R.I.S.E Demonstration Center on the St. Elizabeths East Campus, 2730 Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue, SE, Washington, DC. Please plan to attend anytime between 6:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. to learn more about the proposed action and to provide comments to the project team. WRITTEN COMMENTS: Interested parties are encouraged to provide written comments on the SEIS and Section 106 processes. The scoping period begins on November 19, 2018, and ends on December 19, 2018. Comments received during the scoping period will be considered in the analyses to be conducted for the SEIS. Written comments regarding the SEIS must be postmarked no later than December 19, 2018, and sent to the following address: Mr. Paul Gyamfi Office of Planning and Design Quality Public Buildings Service National Capital Region U.S. General Services Administration 301 7th Street, SW – Room 4004 Washington, DC 20407 Comments can also be sent by email to paul.gyamfi@gsa.gov; email subject line: St. Elizabeths Scoping Comments. All emails must be received by 11:59 p.m. December 19, 2018. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Paul Gyamfi, NEPA Compliance Specialist, at (202) 690-9252. Please contact Mr. Gyamfi if special assistance is needed to attend and participate in the scoping meeting.
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Tasha Cobbs-Leonard: ‘God’s Grace Gets the Credit’ Expects Healing of Broken Hearts During ‘Revival Tour’ in D.C. By D. Kevin McNeir WI Editor @dkevinmcneir
5 Gospel Grammy-winning vocalist Tasha Cobbs-Leonard has just released a new, all-live recording and will appear in concert Thursday, Nov. 15 at the Warner Theatre in Northwest. /Photo courtesy www.tashacobbs.com
Tasha Cobbs-Leonard, since beginning her solo music career in 2010, has continued to climb the charts, capture the attention of gospel music lovers and bring her unique style of praise and worship in her ministry to the masses. Now, with the recent release of an all-live album, “Heart. Passion. Pursuit.: Live At Passion City Church, the Grammy Award-winning artist has returned to the road – selling out arenas in Atlanta, New York, Charlotte and Baltimore. The CD covers songs from among her extensive catalogue with fan favorites that include: “I’m Getting Ready,” “Fill Me Up,” “Graceful-
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ly Broken” and much more. On Thursday, Nov. 15, she’ll bring her Revival Tour to Warner Theatre in Northwest, lending her talents and love of God with hit songs that have quickly made her a staple within today’s contemporary gospel world. “Grace,” released by Motown Gospel Feb. 2013, gained attention on two Billboard charts: the Billboard 200 at No. 61 and at No. 2 on the Top Gospel Albums charts. The singles “Break Every Chain” and “For Your Glory” also reached No. 1 on the Hot Gospel Songs charts. Thus, it came as no surprise when, at the 56th Annual Grammy Awards in 2014, she walked away with Best Gospel/ Contemporary Christian Music Performance and her first Grammy. In addition, she received top honors at the 2015 GMA Dove Awards: Gospel Artist of the Year. Her career began in her hometown, Jesup, Georgia under the tutelage of her late father, Bishop Fritz Cobbs. And it’s been a steady ascension ever since. She says without flinching, “God’s grace gets the credit.” WI
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NUTCRACKER from Page 29 Saint Petersburg at the Markiinsky Theatre, Sun., Dec. 18, 1892, and failed miserably – that is, until the composer extracted the more-familiar 20-minute suite from the longer, original production. Still, he achieved success with two other ballets, “Swan Lake” and “Sleeping Beauty.” Then, in the late 1960s, the complete “Nutcracker” began gaining popularity. Today, it’s performed by ballet companies too many to count, primarily during the Christmas season, particularly in North America. Ballet companies lean on total ticket sales from their performances of “The Nutcracker” for an estimated 40 percent of their yearly revenues. While Hoffman’s story has already been noted as providing the foundation for the ballet’s libretto, a second adapted story, “The Story of a Nutcracker,” bears equal credit. The French-born writer of that story, also the author of more recognizable novels like “The Three Musketeers” and “The Count of Monte Cristo, Alexandre Dumas, until very recently, would often undergo a “whitewashing” before being introduced in literature courses. Dumas, a “person of color,” was born of parents whose ancestry included natives of SaintDomingue – present-day Haiti – the French nobility and Afro-Caribbean slaves. Eunice Moseley, whose syndicated column, “The Pulse of Entertainment,” has an estimated weekly readership of over ¼ million, also works as a public relations strategist, business management consultant and promotions director. For more information, visit www. thepulseofentertainment.com. WI Editor D. Kevin McNeir contributed to this article. WI
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LIFESTYLE VETS from Page 1 “Monk” Miller, 95, a veteran of World War II and the Center’s oldest resident. Miller spoke candidly about his years of active duty in the U.S. Army in which he served as a gunner: crossing the English Channel, being part of the forces who stormed the opposition on D-Day and friends who he remembers and still misses – men with whom he served as part of the 56th Armored Infantry Battalion. “I have a lot of stories from those days and I tell them often,” he said. “But if I had to do it all over again, I don’t think I would. I’m grateful to have wonderful friends who come by and take me out as much as I want. I like to sit back and read but I also enjoy drinking a single malt scotch,” said the Portsmouth native who met the Washington Informer’s founder and publisher, Dr. Calvin Rolark, Sr., during a trip to New York that would establish a lifelong friendship. “I liked hanging out with him and he was brilliant – like he had degrees from everywhere,” Miller said.
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Greg Crawford, 49, serves as the executive director – a position he’s held since 1999. He followed in his father’s footsteps, H.R. Crawford, a former D.C. Councilmember for Ward 7 for 20 years. Before that he served as an assistant secretary of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development under President Richard Nixon and was a disabled veteran. “My father was concerned because so many veterans were being overlooked and needed housing,” said Crawford, a native Washingtonian who said he decided one day to leave his government job in search
of finding something that would be more fulfilling. “So, in 1985, my father created the Southeast Veterans Service Center and the Chesapeake Veterans House in Southeast. He said someone had to show that they cared about them. After opening the doors, veterans in D.C. could count on safe housing, meals, healthcare and other support services to assist in their transition to civilian life. That was the beginning.” “I wanted to continue my father’s legacy. That’s what motivates me – his commitment to public service and to our veterans,” he said, adding that both men and women, from 25 to 98 years old, live at the center which has 94 total units available for occupancy. “We need to do some major renovations on our buildings and we always need volunteers – folks who can help with training, answering the phones, painting, cleaning up the grounds – you name it. During the holidays, we have a lot of people lend a hand or donate funds, but our veterans need help year-round. Homelessness is their greatest challenge, along with the things that often lead to that situation: substance abuse, mental health challenges, physical ailments and PTSD.” “But we have success stories too like one young man I remember who had returned from Iraq, had exhausted all of his funds and couldn’t go back home to his girlfriend or his mother. He stayed with us for about six months and we helped him with job training. We helped him reconnect with his girlfriend. Now he has his own home and is the father of two young boys. He looks well and he’s doing just fine,” Crawford said.
cheon, volunteers came from several parts of the area and from different places of employment. But they worked together. Some, like several members from the District’s Engine Company #33, helped unload supplies, later preparing and serving food. “We have several veterans in our department and always love to infuse ourselves in ways other than in emergency situations that are the basis of our jobs,” said Doug Buchanan, chief communications officer, DC Fire and EMS. “We want to be part of the community in which we serve and connect with them. We came today to give back to our nation’s best.” One family who helped on Monday has become regular volunteers – something they’ve been doing for years even though they live in Oxon Hill, Maryland. “We are good neighbors and we do whatever we can, whenever we can because of the superior standard of care that Greg and his team provide to our veterans,” said Beth Myers, 67, whose son Brent Myers-Lawson and her husband, David
5 John Miller, (seated) a World War II veteran, shares a laugh with the Myers family – longtime volunteers. /Photo by Shevry Lassiter
Lawson, 96, a veteran himself, have formed a great relationship with Crawford, his team and the residents according to Beth Myers. “We’re here four or five times a week,” she said. “They have a wholistic approach that they use to care for each individual and it’s quite impressive. I just hope that one day more
of our leaders and those who live in the region will realize that whether you live in D.C. or in Maryland, the challenges our veterans face are very much the same. There has to be a way we can share resources and do a better job in extending our hands to the other side of the street.” WI
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By Eve M. Ferguson WI Contributing Writer Stephen Marley, the second child of Bob and Rita Marley, has often been described as one of the most innovative and musically-prolific of the Marley progeny. He comes to the Howard Theatre on Saturday, Nov. 17, continuing his multi-city all-acoustic tour, “An Evening with Stephen Marley,” along with his daughter Mystic Marley, who released her first single, “Beatdown” last summer. “Every child is unique,” he said. “Mystic is very talented, charismatic and her personality is strong and that comes across in her songs. The more she grows, the better she gets, so I just let her grow who she is inside of her.” The tour comes in conjunction with the release of his latest acoustic recording, “One Take,”
completed in a session in Marley’s Miami home. “I love breaking the music down to inception, when it was being inspired,” Marley adds. “And where it started from has some magic that the full recordings don’t have at times, so this format is special. I like sharing it.” The legendary Bob Marley also favored the acoustic format, having recorded a session of well-known songs in acoustic renderings featured on the 1992 box set, “Songs of Freedom.” As for Stephen’s fans, they’re probably familiar with his acoustic recording “Mind Control” (2008) but he’s done very little in that format since then. “You have to experience the acoustic vibe,” he said. ”It’s not very often that we do it, so it’s rare. The vibrations are high when the songs are broken down and the spirits in the room are elevated.”
As for the new CD, he says, “This is one is more like a jam, it’s one take, no overdubs or correcting anything. Just an organic acoustic jam session. I love this vibe.” For more information, visit www. thehowardtheatre.com. WI
DC Casineros Performs First Full-Length Production at Dance Place By Eve M. Ferguson WI Contributing Writer Mention the name “Los Van Van” to most Americans, and they’ll have little to no idea who or what is being referenced. But say the name to someone of Cuban descent, and it is sure to get a reaction. For many, the legendary band, now celebrating its 50th anniversary, created the soundtrack to their lives. DC Casineros began 13 years ago under the direction of Amanda Gill and Adrian Valdivia, who sought to teach various styles of Cuban popular dance styles such as Rueda de Casino, Afro-Cuban Rumba, Cha Cha
Chá, Mambo, Danzón and Yoruba Orisha, on local, national, and international stages. This quest has taken the growing troupe from DC venues to Salsa Congresses worldwide and ultimately to the stage of the Grammy awards. The performance of “Bailando con Juan Formell y Los Van Van: A 50 Years Journey on the Musical Train of Cuba and its Legendary Founder,” which premiered Nov. 3-4 at the Dance Place, marked the first time DC Casineros took on a full-length production, which was met with standing ovations and glowing reviews. The impetus for creating the per-
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formance piece came during May’s Kennedy Center festival, Artes de Cuba, in which the group participated. During the two-week festival, they were introduced to a number of people who came for the event that made the full-length production possible. Through those contacts, they were able to secure film footage of interviews with key current and former members of the band, including former pianist Pupy Cesar Pedroso and the legendary founder’s son and current leader of Los Van Van, Samuel Formell, which had also performed in the festival as well. Los Van Van is possibly the most popular and enduring band of Cuba’s post-revolutionary era. Founder Juan Formell’s legendary big band defended Cuban music on and off the island while inventing the uniquely Cuban style of dance music known as Songo. DC Casineros looked at the band’s music from the 1960s through today, exploring the development of Los Van Van. Using a multimedia format of documentary film, live dance and recorded music by the band, interspersed with monologue, DC Casineros captured the intersection of movement, theater and history to discover why Los Van Van inspires Cubans and audiences around the world. For the rest of the story go to www. washingtoninformer.com. WI
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Conversation Centers on 2020 Election Author Panel Connects Political Past, Future By Brenda C. Siler WI Contributing Writer
The day after the midterm elections was the perfect time to hear from the authors of “For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Politics.” Donna Brazile, Yolanda Caraway, Leah Daughtry and Minyon Moore ran down the high points: Democrats won back the House of Representatives. There are nine new members of the Congressional Black Caucus. Almost 500 state legislative seats were won by Democrats. They also talked about the two gubernatorial races in Georgia and Florida that are still up in the air. The four political operatives have never run for public office, but for decades, they managed important roles in front of and behind the scenes of major political events. At the Brookland location of Busboys
and Poets on Nov. 7, in a discussion moderated by economist and political commentator Julianne Malveaux, the four women dissected the election wins and losses with an eye toward 2020, with their analyses also providing a history lesson of political campaigns over the past 50 years. The audience moaned in disappointment when the names of Andrew Gilliam and Stacey Abrams were mentioned and the uncertain future of their respective races, but Daughtry put a positive spin on the election results. “Let’s not snatch defeat from the hands of victory,” said Daughtry, the former CEO of the 2008 and 2016 Democratic National Conventions. “We did some good work last night.” The panel acknowledged that a combination of grass-roots tactics and diverse coalitions led to many wins. The consensus was there was
still work to be done. According to Brazile, the midterm wins came as a result of candidates taking a progressive agenda into territories where candidates had not gone before. “I’ve been in politics for a long, long time,” said Brazile, a venerable political strategist and news analyst who referenced her time as campaign director for Al Gore’s 2000 presidential bid. “Just do the work and don’t worry about the credit. You learn to just put your head down and get the job done.” All four women got their feet wet with political work through Jesse Jackson’s presidential campaigns in the 1980s. What they learned was that women are a powerful force in organizing the political engine. By Jackson’s example, they also saw how a diverse group of people could come together for a candidate, a strategy
5 Political analyst Donna Brazile (center) tells stories about her election night TV appearances during a post-election panel discussion at Busboys and Poets in Northeast on Nov. 7. The panelists were (from left) Yolanda Caraway, Rev. Leah Daughtry, panel moderator Julianne Malveaux, Brazile and Minyon Moore. /Photo by Roy Lewis
that was seen in several campaigns this year. “It was the first time you saw campaigns with Black people, brown people, gay people and Hispanics working together on a national level,” Brazile said of Jackson’s approach. “He was methodical on what needed to be done by the Democratic party.” Youth involvement should continue to be a focal point of the Democratic Party’s voter outreach strategy, said Caraway, founder of the Caraway Group and a major player in crafting the goals and objectives of the party. “I don’t care what it takes,” she said. “They need to have more interaction with each other and deployed more people to work with the youth.” Important issues for voters that will continue for the next two years will be healthcare and criminal justice reform. “This is an urgent matter that we
have not addressed,” said Moore, former CEO of the Democratic National Committee who also held leadership roles during President Bill Clinton’s White House years. “People are afraid to leave their homes.” As the robust conversation wrapped up, the authors were still pumped even after long hours of evaluating the election over the past 24 hours. Brazile, who has been involved in presidential campaigns since volunteering for President Jimmy Carter’s campaign in 1976, shared with the audience what she recently told her students at Howard University, where she currently is the Gwendolyn S. and Colbert I. King Endowed Chair in Public Policy. “I want to find out one day what it is like to not be involved in the election process,” said Brazile after telling the audience that she was operating on 90 minutes of sleep during the past 24 hours. WI
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ARIES You may already be feeling a dynamic boost from the presence of jovial Jupiter in your sector of far horizons and fresh opportunities and this will continue to grow as Jupiter continues his journey. Feisty Mars, your guide planet, moves into Pisces on Thursday and remains here for around six weeks, so another side of you might be ready for more spiritual adventures. Lucky Numbers: 9, 16, 22
“Farming While Black: Soul Fire Farm’s Practical Guide to Liberation on the Land”
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Farming While Black By Terri Schlichenmeyer WI Contributing Writer Your hands are filthy. Dirt lines every crease and covers much of your knuckles. It’s beneath your fingernails, all the way up to your wrists, soiling the edges of your sweatshirt and down your front. Yes, your hands are filthy but once you’ve read “Farming While Black” by Leah Penniman, your smile will be wide. Years ago, in search of a way to make a difference in Black lives, Leah Penniman fell in love with cilantro. She met it on the first day of an urban program to teach people to grow food, and when she smelled the herb, it was “magical.” It made her want her own farm, to feed her children, to ease the dire statistics she knew about obesity and heart disease among African Americans and Native Americans, and to lessen the terrible commonness of “food deserts.” To begin, she says, “Aspiring farmers need three essential ingredients … training, land, and material resources.” Training can be received through classes or intern programs, but be careful what you ask for: some programs might require you to work for free, which may be “all too reminiscent of the exploitation of [your] ancestors.” As for acquiring land, you may find what you need by “squatting” (check local laws), or by finding a farmer who’s retiring. Know your options when it comes to financing, and make a business plan; in fact, never tackle a farm without a plan. If the land you want has been untended, don’t despair. There are ways of restoring land that has been neglected. Know what to “feed” it, and then know proper land management methods to maintain soil health. Think carefully about what you’ll plant; food and medicine may both be welcome in your community. Know the proper (and safe) way to use tools, and how to take care of those you use. Add animals to your farm. And finally, remember that you don’t have to have acres and acres to farm; a small, abandoned corner is a perfectly valid way to dip your toes in the dirt. Although it’s a little pricey as paperbacks go, “Farming While Black” is absolutely one of those books where you get your money’s worth. Starting with the illustrative story of Soul Fire Farm’s beginning, author Leah Penniman offers statistics to prove ongoing need, and history to show that farming isn’t anything new for Black Americans. In today’s world, though, Penniman advocates community-based farms that are tended not by one set of hands but by many — and she takes their creation step by step so that readers don’t feel overwhelmed. Indeed, her thoroughness here (it seems as though every little detail is covered) makes this a solid reference book for farms and community gardens of all sizes. Be aware that this book may seem somewhat New Age-y at times, and it can overreach, too; some chapters seem superfluous. Even so, for budding farmers, green thumbs and aspiring back-to-the-landers, it could be the exact right book to have. For you, missing “Farming While Black” would be a dirty shame. WI WWW.WASHINGTONINFORMER.COM
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TAURUS With the powerful and very optimistic energy of upbeat Jupiter in a sensitive sector of your chart, you might feel more at ease when discussing finances or even edgy subjects like sex or deep emotional issues. Positive Jupiter can encourage you to talk about things you may have preferred to ignore before. Doing so can help your energy to flow better and bring easier circumstances in your relationships, finances and everyday life. Lucky Numbers: 24, 31, 50 GEMINI You are currently in a golden phase regarding your relationships. With exuberant Jupiter in your sector of relating for some months to come, it’s a good time to make changes that will leave you feeling much happier. Are you in a long-term partnership? Traveling, exploring new opportunities and taking on challenges together can add excitement to your life and bring you closer together. Solo? Moving out of your comfort zone might help you to meet that special person. Lucky Numbers: 13, 25, 26 CANCER With expansive Jupiter now moving through your sector of work and wellness for around a year, you might need to be more careful when it comes to diet. You may need to be more disciplined around foods that taste great but aren’t that great for you. Upbeat Jupiter could tempt you to eat anyway, but the results will speak for themselves once you step on the scale. If you can exercise daily, you can negate some of these effects. Lucky Numbers: 7, 22, 39 LEO The coming months could be a high point regarding romance and creativity. With opulent Jupiter in your sector of leisure and pleasure, this dynamic phase can be perfect for showcasing your skills and abilities. Whatever your talent, this is your opportunity to promote and market it and keep doing it until you get results. Lucky Numbers: 1, 24, 47 VIRGO A wave of positive energy could sweep through your home and enable your family to feel more optimistic. You might have the urge to move to a new home, remodel, or make your current place bigger. Thoughts of adding to your family could also be on your mind, whether you’re considering having a child or adopting a pet. Either or both could bring you great happiness. Lucky Numbers: 5, 8, 14 LIBRA Soothing Venus, your personal planet, turns direct in your sign on Friday, so if it has seemed like you were taking two steps forward and one step back in a relationship, things can now begin to improve. And you should find it easier to get things done in general. Lucky Numbers: 12, 19, 29 SCORPIO Things seem to be looking up for you when it comes to money and finances. You might be able to build wealth and feel more secure. However, Jupiter can also bring a tendency to spend and give away money. If you splurge without thinking, you could find yourself losing out rather than gaining. It would be a great idea to create a financial plan and stick to it. Lucky Numbers: 27, 37, 43 SAGITTARIUS With adventurous Jupiter now roaming freely through your sign, you might be feeling a lot more buoyant than you have in a while. As this is your personal planet, you could begin to feel very at home in your own skin. You’ll be more willing to embrace your love of travel and study as you reach out for new opportunities. Lucky Numbers: 9, 25, 46 CAPRICORN Fortunate Jupiter is in your sector of spirituality and self-improvement, so the coming weeks and months could encourage you to develop more faith in yourself. This comes from understanding who you are and what you’re capable of. If you’ve been identifying with the smaller self, you may have felt limited and frustrated by life. Positive Jupiter’s influence in this zone can inspire you to identify with your higher self, enabling you to live to your full potential. If you need a teacher or life coach to help you with this, it could be very helpful. Lucky Numbers: 32, 35, 51 AQUARIUS You might find that you are increasingly popular over the coming weeks and months as fortunate Jupiter continues to move through your social sector. You could be something of a phenomenon if you have a social media or video presence online. The coming months can be excellent for promoting yourself and getting your message out to the world. However, it is also perfect for just having fun and connecting with all kinds of fascinating people. Lucky Numbers: 5, 16, 18 PISCES You could find yourself in the spotlight now, and if you do, enjoy it and make the most of it. With fortunate Jupiter now moving through your sector of career, goals and ambitions, you could gain public recognition for your work or be well placed for a promotion. Those in positions of authority will tend to look on you very favorably, which always helps. Lucky Numbers: 4, 10, 14
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SPORTS Wizards Defeat Magic, Win Second Straight By William J. Ford WI Staff Writer @jabariwill The Washington Wizards, sparked by 18 points off the bench from Jeff Green, defeated the Orlando Magic 117-109 at home Monday, giving the team its second victory in a row and first winning streak of the young season. Green, a Prince George’s County, Maryland, native, shot 6-of-7 from the floor along with six rebounds and two steals to help avenge a road loss Friday to the Magic. “We can’t dwell much on these two wins,” said Green, who has shot 21-for-28 over the past four games. “We still have a lot of work to do. We still have to get better in some areas. We have to watch film tomorrow … and what we can work on.” John Wall led the Wizards with 25 points and 10 assists, while backcourt mate Bradley Beal chipped in with 21 points. Beal praised Green’s professionalism on and off the court. “Jeff is amazing,” Beal said. “I always give him a lot of credit. He’s so skilled in a lot of ways. He’s a great camaraderie guy. He’s a great locker room guy. It’s just evident on the floor [where] he can play multiple positions. It makes our life a lot easier.” Washington outrebounded Orlando 41-34, the second straight game the Wizards grabbed more rebounds than their opponents after losing that battle the first 11 games of the season. Wizards center Dwight Howard, who played the first eight years of his career for the Magic, had 17 points and 8 rebounds against his former team, but sat in the fourth quarter. One of the Wizards’ targeted areas for improvement remains defense. Orlando shot 15-of30, or 50 percent, from 3-point
range. Magic guard Terrance Ross led the team with 21 points off the bench (4-of-5 from deep) and starting shooting guard Evan Fournier scored 20 points, included 3-of-7 from the 3-point stripe. However, the Wizards’ intensity picked up in the final frame, recording three steals that led to several layups and trips to the line. Washington attempted 18 of its 33 free throws in the quarter. The game was tight throughout, as the teams were tied at the end of the first, second and third quarters. But Washington went on a 14-4 run to take a 108-98 lead with four minutes left, and Orlando wouldn’t get any closer than five the rest of the way. “I thought everybody competed on the defensive end in the fourth quarter,” said Washington head coach Scott Brooks. “It’s two games in a row we’ve outrebounded our opponent. When you have that small lineup, it’s a lot of skill offensively. It’s a lot of playmakers. We didn’t give them a lot of second-chance points like we did in the past [games this season].” WI
5 Washington Wizards guard John Wall drives past Orlando Magic guard Evan Fournier (10) and forward Aaron Gordon during the Wizards’ 117-109 win at Capital One Arena in Northwest on Monday, Nov. 12. /Photo by John E. De Freitas
5 Washington Wizards forward Jeff Green (32) passes to center Ian Mahinmi (28) during the Wizards’ 117-109 win over the Orlando Magic at Capital One Arena in Northwest on Monday, Nov. 12. /Photo by John E. De Freitas
5 Washington Wizards guard Austin Rivers drives past Orlando Magic guard Evan Fournier for a layup attempt during the Wizards’ 117-109 win at Capital One Arena in Northwest on Monday, Nov. 12. /Photo by John E. De Freitas
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5 Orlando Magic guard Jerian Grant shoots over Washington Wizards forward Markieff Morris during the Wizards’ 117-109 win at Capital One Arena in Northwest on Monday, Nov. 12. /Photo by John E. De Freitas
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SPORTS Henry ‘Discombobulating’ Jones: ‘Every Delay is Not a Denial’ WI Staff Report
D.C.-based ring announcer Henry “Discombobulating” Jones has been on a circuitous, somewhat curious journey for 30 years now, trying to break into pro boxing’s mainstream. That quest will be fulfilled next week. Jones will make his Showtime Boxing debut in Philadelphia on Friday, Nov. 16 at 9 p.m., three decades after he began announcing cards in 1988 for local promoter Tyrone Johnson. Prior to becoming a ring announcer, Jones tried his hand at stage acting but quit when the producer told him he had presence, but it would take maybe 40 years before he could play Othello because he hadn’t been through enough pain yet. Jones begged to differ and looked for something else. He tried his hand at stage comedy but questioned if he had what it takes after being hit with eggs one night while opening for a square-jawed guy named Jay Leno (“that’s when I realized the ‘yolk’ was on me!”). He tried it again but walked away for good after an open mic audition at the old Improv on Connecticut Avenue, when he had
to follow a then-unknown comic from D.C. named Chris Thomas, who got a standing ovation. When Jones handed in his card in after hearing Chris, the host told him it was probably a good decision. It was also a good decision that he didn’t quit his day job with D.C. government. Jones has been a social worker for 36 years, and currently supervises a unit created by Mayor Muriel Bowser that deals with missing and runaway youths. But something was still missing and he was on a mission to find out just what was lacking in his life. “There is no doubt I was traumatized coming up in elementary and grade schools when I was always the understudy to the main character in stage plays — always a Caucasian — but never got a chance to get on stage to showcase my talents,” he said. “I had developed a photographic memory and would recite lines from behind the curtain to the actors.” Given that symbolism, Jones has been waiting in the wings for a very long time. “I certainly thank the Master for giving me the vision, strength and longevity to pursue my dream and stay resolute to achieve something
unprecedented despite the …’challenges’ ..we’ll say … as the foremost African-American ring announcer in pro boxing history,” he said. “One would have to go all the way back to 1947 when a gentleman named Joe Bostic out of California became the first licensed African-American ring announcer. It would take him 25 years before he was allowed to announce in Madison Square Garden. He just wanted to break that color barrier in that position and quit soon after, becoming the premier gospel DJ in NYC. “After him there was a guy in the early ‘70s out of the Kronk Gym in Detroit, made famous by Tommy Hearns and his manager Emmanuel Steward, who later became a color commentator for HBO,” Jones said. “Manny told me that the networks would not allow his ring announcer, Jim Ingram, to appear regularly on TV because of his dark pigmentation. He said Mr. Ingram died in the late ‘80s from a cardiac condition … but with a broken heart as well in not being allowed to announce in prime time like his contemporaries in the position. “I feel as if I am channeling the spirits of these predecessors of mine and continue to draw inspiration
5 Ring announcer Henry “Discombobulating” Jones (center) will make his Showtime Boxing debut on Nov. 16 at 9 p.m. /Photo courtesy of Jones via Twitter
from their stories,” he said. “I take even greater pride in how I am using this rather curious celebrity status to reach — and teach — our youth to follow their own noble causes and aspirations, to never be discouraged in striving for their own breakthroughs, so they can become victorious in their own good fights … in life!” Jones has penned a novel, “It’s
More Than a Notion,” which tells of overcoming great adversities by having even greater character and faith. The foreword was written by his mentor and perhaps the most renowned ring announcer, Michael Buffer (“Let’s get ready to rumble!”). A script is in the works based on the book, as is a documentary by the local BruceBrown Filmworks. WI
Vipers Top Go-Go in D.C.
5 Capital City Go-Go guard Chris Chiozza drives against Rio Grande Valley Vipers center Zhou Qi during the Vipers’ 111-101 win at St. Elizabeths East Entertainment and Sports Arena in Southeast on Sunday, Nov. 11. /Photo by John E. De Freitas 4 Capital City Go-Go forward Noah Allen shoots over Rio Grande Valley Vipers forward Danuel House Jr. during the Vipers’ 111-101 win at St. Elizabeths East Entertainment and Sports Arena in Southeast on Sunday, Nov. 11. /Photo by John E. De Freitas
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12 Things That Make Men Rich, Pt. 3
with Lyndia Grant In the latest installment of this multi-part series, you will see the next three of the 12 things that make men rich. Not to confuse these things with the 13 principles to success, Napoleon Hill, the author of “Think and Grow Rich,” studied this subject from many angles over his 20 years of research. Not only did he discover over and over again the main principles, he also includes in his book, those things that make men rich; and he is not speaking of money only. There are 12 things Hill discovered that make men rich. Here, I share with you the next five ways we must all adhere to. “You have freedom from fear,” which simply means you are not allowing those fears that so easily beset us to impede your progress. In fact, like Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. once said, though you cannot see the stair in front you, you are ready, willing and determined to take that next stair — even if you fall, even when you don’t see the stair. Anyone seeking to take your life to a higher level, must first the fifth principle, which is you must Mt. Zion Baptist Church Reverend John W. Davis Pastor 5101 14th Street, NW Washington, DC 20011 Phone: 202-726-2220 Fax: 202-726-9089 Service and Times Sunday Worship Service - 8:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. Children’s Church - 11:00 a.m. (1st & 3rd Sundays) Communion - 10 a.m. 4th Sunday Sunday School - 9:15 a.m. (4th Sunday 8:15 a.m.) Prayer Meeting & Bible Study - Wednesday 7:00 p.m. “A Church with a past to remember – and a future to mold”
have hope in your plans for future achievement. What is fear? My definition, it is the opposite of faith, defined as “fear is faith in reverse.” The sixth principle: One must consider, do you must have the capacity for applied faith? Applied faith means “not only must one be able to define the principle of faith, as the object of things hoped for and it is the evidence of things not seen.” Scripture also says, we must walk by faith and not by sight. Every business woman or business man is exercising the principle of applied faith when they open their doors to provide a product or service. Business is risky, everyone is not going to make it, however, everyone who does make it, had to at least get started. And those who succeed beyond their wildest imagination worked smart and not hard; they created a business plan which contains steps which every staff person who worked toward those goals were in fact putting faith into action. The seventh thing that makes men rich, Hill says, one must have a willingness to share your blessings with others. Again, this is scriptural. The book of Proverbs 11:25 says, “The one who blesses others is abundantly blessed; those who help others are helped.” Scripture makes it clear that God blesses us not so we can live with greed, but so we can bless others. God loves a cheerful giver. When He sees that someone is giving freely out of love, He blesses them more. We are blessed to be a blessing. God has given everyone different talents to be used for the benefit
of others. You can be a blessing to others by speaking kind words, sharing your testimony, praying for someone in need, listening to someone. Finally, are you engaged in a labor of love? Would you be providing this service, even if you were not being paid to do so? Think about those women or men who are the best at home-baked goods, who could could probably parlay their skill into a business; someone who enjoys writing, whose skills are so magnificent that they can turn anything they write into a work of art. In conclusion, fight your fears and move forward on your dreams. Put your hand in God’s hand, read your Bible and believe. Believe in your plans, and apply your faith. Always remember, selfishness is not the way, be willing to help others and share your blessing all along the way. WI Historic St. Mary’s Episcopal Church The Rev. E. Bernard Anderson Priest Foggy Bottom - Founded in 1867 728 23rd Street, NW - Washington, DC 20037 Church office: 202-333-3985 - Fax : 202-338-4958 Service and Times Sundays: 10 a.m. Holy Eucharist with Music and Hymns Wednesdays: 12:10 p.m. - Holy Eucharist www.stmarysfoggybottom.org Email: stmarysoffice@stmarysfoggybottom.org All are welcome to St. Mary’s to Learn, Worship, and Grow.
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John F. Johnson Reverend Dr. 1306 Vermont Avenue, NW Washington, DC 20005 Service and Times Divine Worship, Sunday 10:00 a.m. Communion 1st and 3rd Sunday “Friendliest Church in the City” Website: mountolivetdc.org Email: mtolivedc@gmail.com
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RELIGION The Miracle Center of Faith Missionary Baptist Church
Pilgrim Baptist Church Rev. Louis B. Jones II Pastor
Bishop Michael C. Turner, Sr. Senior Pastor 9161 Hampton Overlook Capitol Heights, MD 20743 Phone: 301-350-2200 Fax: 301-499-8724
Service and Times Sunday Worship Times : 7:30 a.m. 7 10:00 a.m. Communion: 1st Sunday Sunday School: 9:00 a.m. Bible Study: Wednesday, 12 Noon Bible Study in homes: Tuesday 7:00 p.m. Website: www.themiraclecenterFMBC.com Email: Miraclecenterfmbs@gmail.com Motto: “We Walk by Faith, Not by Sight”
700 I Street, N.E. Washington, D.C. 20002 (202) 547-8849 Service and Times Worship Sundays: 7:30 & 11:00am 5th Sundays: 9:30am 3rd Sundays: Baptism & Holy Communion Prayer & Praise: Wednesdays @ Noon & 6:30pm www.pilgrimbaptistdc.org
Covenant Baptist United Church of Christ
Blessed Word of Life Church
Church of Living Waters
Allen Chapel A.M.E. Church
Rev. Paul Carrette Senior Pastor
Rev. Dr. Michael E. Bell, Sr., Pastor
Rev. Dr. Alton W. Jordan Pastor
Reverend Dr. Calvin L. Matthews Senior Pastor
Harold Andrew Assistant Pastor
2498 Alabama Ave., SE - Washington D.C. 20020 Office: (202) 889-7296 Fax: (202) 889-2198 - www.acamec.org
800 I Street, NE - Washington, DC 20002 202-548-0707 - Fax No. 202-548-0703
4915 Wheeler Road Oxon Hill, MD 20745 301-894-6464
Service and Times Sunday Worship Services: 8:00am and 11:00am Sunday Church School - 9:15am & Sunday Adult Forum Bible Study - 10:30am 2nd & 4th Monday Women’s Bible Study: 6:30pm Tuesday Jr./Sr. Bible Study: 10:00am Tuesday Topical Bible Study: 6:30pm Tuesday New Beginnings Bible Study: 6:30pm Wednesday Pastoral Bible Study: 6:30pm Wednesday Children’s Bible Study: 6:30pm Thursday Men’s Bible Study: 6:30pm Friday before 1st Sunday Praise & Worship Service: 6:30pm Saturday Adult Bible Study: 10:00am “The Amazing, Awesome, Audacious Allen Chapel A.M.E. Church”
Service and Times Sunday Morning Worship: 11:00am Holy Communion: 1st Sunday Sunday School: 9:45am Men’s Monday Bible Study: 7:00pm Wednesday Night Bible Study: 7:00pm Women’s Ministry Bible Study: 3rd Friday -7:00pm Computer Classes: Announced Family and Marital Counseling by appointment
1200 Isle of Patmos Plaza, Northeast Washington, DC 20018 Office: (202) 529-6767 - Fax: (202) 526-1661
Service and Times Sunday Service: 8:30am& 11:00am Bible Study: Wednesday 7:30pm Communion Service: First Sunday www.livingwatersmd.org
St. Stephen Baptist Church
Third Street Church of God
Dr. Dekontee L. & Dr. Ayele A. Johnson Pastors
Rev. Dr. Alice Greene Interim Pastor
Bishop Lanier C. Twyman, Sr. Senior Pastor
Rev. Cheryl J. Sanders, Th.D. Senior Pastor
4001 14th Street, NW Washington, DC 20011 (202) 265-6147 Office 1-800 576-1047 Voicemail/Fax
3845 South Capitol Street Washington, DC 20032 (202) 562-5576 (Office) (202) 562-4219 (Fax)
5757 Temple Hill Road, Temple Hills, MD 20748 Office 301-899-8885 – fax 301-899-2555
1204 Third Street, NW Washington, DC 20001 202-347-5889 office 202-638-1803 fax
Service and Times Sunday School: 9:30am Sunday Morning Worship Service: 11:00am Communion Service: First Sunday Prayer Service/Bible Study: Tuesday, 6:30pm
Services and Times Sundays: 10:00am Worship Services Bible Study: Wonderful Wednesdays in Worship and the Word Bible Study Wednesdays 12:00 Noon; 6:30pm (dinner @ 5:30pm) Sunday School: 9:00am – Hour of Power
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Campbell AME Church Rev. Dr. Henry Y. White 2562 MLK Jr. Ave., SE - Washington, DC 20020 Adm. Office 202-678-2263 Email: Campbell@mycame.org Service and Times Sunday Worship Service: 10:00 am Sunday Church School: 8:45 am Bible Study Wednesday: 12:00 Noon Wednesday: 7:00 pm Thursday: 7: pm “Reaching Up To Reach Out” Mailing Address Campbell AME Church 2502 Stanton Road SE - Washington, DC 20020
4275 4th Street, S.E. Washington, DC 20034 Phone: 202-746-0113 Fax: 301-843-2445 Service and Times Sunday School 8 – 9 AM Worship Service 9 – 11 AM Tuesday Night Bible Study 6:30 – 8:00 PM Wednesday Daytime Bible Study 11 AM – 12:30 PM Motto : “A Great Commitment to the Great Commandment” Website: www.turningheartschurchdc.org Email: faithdefender@verizon.net
“We are one in the Spirit” www.ssbc5757.org E-mail: ssbc5757@verizon.net
Services and Times Sunday School: 9:30am Sunday Worship: 11:00am Sunday Community Worship Service: 8:30 am “Ambassadors for Christ to the Nation’s Capital” www.thirdstreet.org Live Stream Sunday Worship Service begins @ 12:00 noon www.thirdstreet.org
E-mail: Crusadersbaptistchurch@verizon.net www.CrusadersBaptistChurch.org “God is Love”
Greater Mt. Calvary Holy Church Bishop Alfred A. Owens, Jr.; Senior Bishop & Evangelist Susie C. Owens – Co-Pastor 610 Rhode Island Avenue, NE Washington, DC 20002 (202) 529-4547 office • (202) 529-4495 fax
Sunday Worship Service: 8 AM and 10:45am Sunday Youth Worship Services: 1st & 4th 10:45am; 804 R.I. Ave., NE 5th 8 AM & 10:45am; Main Church Prayer Services Tuesday – Noon, Wednesday 6am & 6:30pm Calvary Bible Institute: Year-Round Contact Church Communion Every 3rd Sunday The Church in The Hood that will do you Good! www.gmchc.org emailus@gmchc.org
Isle of Patmos Baptist Church
Service and Times Sunday Worship Services: 7:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Holy Communion: 2nd Sunday at 7:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Sunday Church School: 9:20 a.m. Seniors Bible Study: Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. Noon Day Prayer Service: Tuesdays at Noon Bible Study: Tuesdays at 7 p.m. Motto: “A Ministry of Reconciliation Where Everybody is Somebody!” Website: http://isleofpatmosbc.org Church Email: ipbcsecretary@verizon.net
St Marks Baptist Come Worship with us... Dr. Raymond T. Matthews Pastor and First Lady Marcia Matthews St. Mark's Baptist Church 624 Underwood Street, NW Washington, dc 20011 Services and Times Sunday School: 9:00am Worship Service: 10:00am Wed. Noon Day prayer service Thur. Prayer service: 6:45pm Thur. Bible Study: 7:15pm
Twelfth Street Christian Church Reverend Dr. Paul H. Saddler Senior Pastor (Disciples of Christ) 1812 12th Street, NW - Washington, DC 20009 Phone: 202-265-4494 Fax: 202 265 4340 Service and Times Sunday Worship Service: 11:00 am Communion every Sunday: 11:00 am Sunday School: 10:00 am Bible Study Tuesday: 12 Noon Pastor’s Bible Study Tuesday: 6:30 pm Motto: “Discover Something Wonderful” Website: 12thscc.org Email: Twelfthstcc@aol.com
Mount Carmel Baptist Church
Turning Hearts Church Virgil K. Thomas, Sr. Senior Pastor/ Teacher
Services and Times Sunday Early Morning Worship: 7:45am Church School: 9:30am Sunday Morning Worship: 10:45am Tuesday: 7:00pm/Kingdom Building Bible Institute Wednesday: Prayer/Praise/Bible Study-7:30 pm Baptism & Communion Service: 4th Sunday – 10:30am
Crusader Baptist Church
Reverend Gerald H. Hesson Interim Pastor 901 Third Street N.W. Washington, DC. 20001 Phone (202) 842-3411 Fax (202) 682-9423 Service and Times Sunday Church School : 9:00am Sunday Morning Worship: 10:10am Bible Study Tuesday: 6: 00pm Prayer Service Tuesday: 7:00pm Holy Communion: 3rd Sunday 10:10am
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RELIGION Shabbath Commandment Church
All Nations Baptist Church
King Emmanuel Baptist Church
Bishop Adrian A. Taylor, Sr. Pastor
Rev. Dr. James Coleman Pastor
Rev. Daryl F. Bell Pastor
7801 Livingston Road Oxon Hill, MD 20745 301-534-5471
2001 North Capitol St, N.E. - Washington, DC 20002 Phone (202) 832-9591
2324 Ontario Road, NW Washington, DC 20009 (202) 232-1730
Service and Times Sabbath School 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Service 11:00 a.m. Praise & Worship Preaching 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Motto: “A Church Keeping It Real for Real.” Website: Shabbathcommandmentchruch.org Email: Praisebetoyhwh@gmail.com
Zion Baptist Church Rev. Keith W. Byrd, Sr. Pastor 4850 Blagdon Ave, NW - Washington D.C 20011 Phone (202) 722-4940 - Fax (202) 291-3773 Service and Times Sunday Worship Service: 10:15AM Sunday School: 9:00am Monday: Noon Bible School Wednesday: Noon & 7PM: Pastor’s Bible Study Ordinance of Baptism 2nd Holy Communion 4th Sunday Mission Zion Baptist Church Shall; Enlist Sinners, Educate Students, Empower the Suffering, Encourage the Saints, and Exalt Our Savior. (Acts 2:41-47) www.zionbaptistchurchdc.org
St. Luke Baptist Church Rev. Aubrey C. Lewis Pastor 1415 Gallatin Street, NW Washington, DC 20011-3851 P: (202) 726-5940 Service and Times Sunday Worship: 11:00 a.m. Sunday School: 9:15 a.m. Holy Communion: 11:00 a.m., 3rd Sun. Bible Institute: Wednesday - 1:30 pm Prayer Meeting: Wednesday - 12:00 Noon
Service and Times Sunday Church School – 9:30 AM Sunday Worship Service – 11:00 AM Holy Communion – 1st Sunday at 11:00 AM Prayer – Wednesdays, 6:00 PM Bible Study – Wednesdays, 7:00 PM Christian Education School of Biblical Knowledge Saturdays, 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM, Call for Registration Website: www.allnationsbaptistchurch.com All Nations Baptist Church – A Church of Standards
Israel Baptist Church
Dr. Earl D. Trent Senior Pastor
Rev. Dr. George C. Gilbert Senior Pastor
2409 Ainger Pl.,SE – WDC 20020 (202) 678-0884 – Office • (202) 678-0885 – Fax “Moving Faith Forward” 0% Perfect . . . 100% Forgiven!
623 Florida Ave.. NW - WDC. 20001 Church (202) 667-3409 Study (202) 265-0836 Home Study (301) 464-8211 Fax (202) 483-4009
4504 Gault Place, N.E. Washington, D.C 20019 202-397-7775 – 7184
Service and Times Sunday Worship: 8:00am & 10:45am Baptism/Holy Communion: 3rd Sunday Family Bible Study Tuesdays – 6:30pm Prayer Service: Tuesdays – 8:00pm www.emmanuelbaptistchurchdc.org
“Where Jesus is the King”
Lincoln Park United Methodist Church
Sermon On The Mount Temple Of Joy Apostolic Faith
Rev. Richard B. Black Pastor
Elder Herman L. Simms Pastor
1251 Saratoga Ave., NE Washington, DC 20018 (202) 269-0288
1301 North Carolina Ave. N E Washington, D C 20002 202 543 1318 - lincolnpark@lpumcdc.org www.lpumcdc.org
5606 Marlboro Pike District Heights, MD 20747 301-735-6005
Service and Times Sunday Worship Service: 10:00 A.M. Sunday School: 8:30 A.M. Holy Communion1st Sunday: 10:00 A.M. Prayer Service: Wednesday at 6:30 P.M. Bible Study: Wednesday at 7:00 P.M.
Service and Times Sunday Worship: 10: am Holy Communion: First Sunday 10: am Sunday School: 9: am Bible Study: Wednesday @ 12 noon and 6:30pm Motto: "Faith On The Hill"
Mount Moriah Baptist Church
Eastern Community Baptist Church
Service and Times Sunday Apostolic Worship Services 11:00 A.M and 5:00 P.M Communion and Feet Wash 4th Sunday at 5:00 P.M Prayer/Seeking: Wednesday at 8:00 P.M. Apostolic in Doctrine, Pentecostal in Experience, Holiness in Living, Uncompromised and Unchanged. The Apostolic Faith is still alive –Acts 2:42
New Commandment Baptist Church
Dr. Lucius M. Dalton Senior Pastor
Damion M. Briggs Pastor
Rev. Stephen E. Tucker Senior Pastor
1636 East Capitol Street, NE Washington, DC 20003 Telephone: 202-544-5588 - Fax: 202-544-2964
8213 Manson Street Landover, MD 20785 Tel: (301) 322-9787 Fax: (301) 322-9240
13701 Old Jericho Park Road Bowie, MD. 20720 (301) 262-0560
Service and Times Sunday Worship Services: 7:45 am and 10:45 am Holy Communion: 1st Sundays at 7:45 am & 10:45 am Sunday School: 9:30 am Prayer & Praise Service: Tuesdays at 12 noon & 6:30 pm Bible Study: Tuesdays at 1 pm and 7 pm Youth Bible Study: Fridays at 7 pm
Service and Times Early Morning Message: 7:30 AM Sunday Morning Worship Service: 10:00 AM Sunday Church School: 9:00 AM Holy Communion: 1st Sunday 7:30 AM & 10:00 AM Prayer, Praise and Testimony: Wednesday 7:00 PM Bible Study: Wednesday 7:30 PM
Service and Times Sunday Worship: 11 AM Sunday School: 10 AM Wednesday Mid-Week Worship, Prayer & Bible Study: Wed. 7 PM
Rehoboth Baptist Church
“Real Worship for Real People” Website: www.easterncommunity.org Email: ecc@easterncommunity.org
Salem Baptist Church
Holy Trinity United Baptist Church
Florida Avenue Baptist Church
Reverend Christopher L. Nichols Pastor
Rev. Dr. Morris L Shearin, Sr. Pastor
Web: www.mountmoriahchurch.org Email: mtmoriah@mountmoriahchurch.org
St. Matthews Baptist Church
Service and Times Sunday School: 9:30 am Sunday Worship Service: 11:00 am Baptismal Service: 1st Sunday – 9:30 am Holy Communion: 1st Sunday – 11:00 am Prayer Meeting & Bible Study: Wednesday -7:30 pm
Emmanuel Baptist Church
“A Church Where Love Is Essential and Praise is Intentional”
Service and Times Sunday Worship Services: 10:00 a.m. Sunday Church School: 8:45 – 9:45 a.m. Holy Communion: Every First Sunday Intercessory Prayer: Monday – 7:00-8:00 p.m. Pastor’s Bible Study: Wednesday –7:45 p.m. Midweek Prayer: Wednesday – 7:00 p.m. Noonday Prayer Every Thursday
Matthews Memorial Baptist Church Rev. Joan E. Buchanan Executive Pastor 2616 MLK Ave., SE - Washington, DC 20020 Office 202-889-3709 - Fax 202-678-3304 Service and Times Early Worship Service: 7:30am Worship Service: 11:00am New Member’s Class: 9:45am Holy Communion: 1st Sunday, 11:00am Church School: 9:45am Wednesday 12:00pm Bible Study Prayer, Praise and Bible Study: 7:00pm Saturday Bible Study: 11:00am Baptism 4th Sunday: 11:00am
Service and Times 9:30AM. Sunday Church School 11:00 Am. Sunday Worship Service The Lord’s Supper 1st Sunday Wednesday 7:00pm Prayer & Praise Services 7:30pm. Bible Study Saturday before 4th Sunday Men, Women, Youth Discipleship Ministries 10:30am A Christ Centered Church htubc@comcast.net
Christ Embassy DC
Kelechi Ajieren Coordinator 6839 Eastern Avenue, R1 Takoma Park, MD 20912 (202) 556-7065 Service and Times Sunday Worship Service: 10:00 A.M. Wednesday Bible Study: 7:00 P.M. Friday Evening Service: 7:00 P.M. ; Last Friday “…Giving Your Life a Meaning” www.Christembassydc.org Christ.embassy.dc@hotmail.com
“Empowered to love and Challenged to Lead a Multitude of Souls to Christ”
Peace Baptist Church Rev. Dr. Michael T. Bell 712 18th Street, NE Washington, DC 20002 Phone 202-399-3450/ Fax 202-398-8836 Service and Times Sunday Early Morning Prayer & Bible Study Class 8:00 am Sunday School 9:00 am Sunday Morning Worship Service 10:00 am Wednesday Service 12:00 pm
Pennsylvania Ave. Baptist Church Rev. Dr. Kendrick E. Curry Pastor 3000 Pennsylvania Ave.. S.E Washington, DC 20020 202 581-1500 Service and Times Sunday Church School: 9:30 A.M. Sunday Worship Service: 11:00 A.M. Monday Adult Bible Study: 7:00 P.M. Wednesday Youth & Adult Activities: 6:30 P.M. Prayer Service Bible Study
“The Loving Church of the living lord “ Email Address: admin@pbc712.org
Shiloh Baptist Church
First Rising Mt. Zion Baptist Church
Mt. Horeb Baptist Church
Rev. Dr. Maxwell M. Washington Pastor
Rev. Curtis l. Staley Pastor
Rev. David McIntosh-Peters Pastor
Rev. Dr. Wallace Charles Smith Pastor
Rev. Oran W. Young Pastor
Rev. Dr. H. B. Sampson, III Pastor
2001 Brooks Drive District Heights, MD 20744 (240) 838-7074
621 Alabama Ave., S.E.- Washington, D.C. 20032 P: (202) 561-1111 - F: (202) 561-1112
917 N St. NW - Washington, DC 20001 (202) 232-4294
9th & P Street, N.W. - W. D.C. 20001 (202) 232-4288
Service and Times Sunday Service: 10 am Sunday School for all ages: 8:30 am 1st Sunday Baptism: 10: am 2nd Sunday Holy Communion:10 am Tuesday: Bible Study: 6:30 pm Prayer Meeting: 7:45 pm
Service and Times Sunday Morning Prayer Service: 8:00 a.m. Sunday Church School: 9:15 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship: 10:40 a.m. Third Sunday Baptismal & Holy Communion:10:30 a.m. Tuesday Church At Study Prayer & Praise: 6:30 p.m.
Service and Times First Sunday Worship Service (one service): 10:00 a.m. Second, Third, Fourth, and Fifth Sunday Worship service: 7:45 a.m. and 10:55 a.m. Sunday Church School/Bible Study: 9:30 a.m. Thursday Prayer Service: 6:30 p.m.
602 N Street NW - Washington, D.C. 20001 Office:(202) 289-4480 Fax: (202) 289-4595
2914 Bladensburg Road, NE Wash., DC 20018 Office: (202) 529-3180 - Fax: (202) 529-7738 Service and Times Worship Service: 7:30 a.m. Sunday School: 9:00 a.m. Worship Service: 10:30 a.m. Holy Communion: 4th Sunday 7:30 a.m. & 10:30a.m. Prayer Services:Tuesday 7:30 p.m. Wednesday 12 Noon
Motto: “Where God is First and Where Friendly People Worship”
The Church Where GOD Is Working.... And We Are Working With GOD
Service and Times Sunday Worship Service: 10:15 am Sunday School: 9:00 am Holy Communion: 3rd Sunday Morning Prayer Meeting / Bible Study: Tuesday at 7 pm Theme: “The Kingdom Focused Church with an Emphasis on “Evangelism and Discipleship” Email: pastorstmbc@gmail.com Website: www.stmatthewsbaptist.org
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Email: sbc@shilohbaptist.org Website: shilohbaptist.org
Service and Times Sunday School for All Ages: 8:00 a.m. Sunday Worship Services: 9:30 a.m. Midday Prayer & Bible Study: Wednesday 11:30 a.m. Evening Prayer & Bible Study: Wednesday 7:00 p.m. Laymen's League: Thursday 7:00 p.m. Email: Froffice@firstrising.org Website: www.firstrising.org “Changing Lives On Purpose “
Email:mthoreb@mthoreb.org Website:www.mthoreb.org For further information, please contact me at (202) 529-3180.
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Administration No. 2018 ADM 001212
Administration No. 2018 ADM 001214
Administration No. 2018 ADM 001216
Administration No. 2017 ADM 1339
George S. Ware aka George Stanley Ware Decedent
George Dounias Decedent
Larry C. Williams, Esq. 7600 George Avenue, NW #405 Washington, DC 20012 Attorney
Andrew McGuire, Esq. 1231 Good Hope Rd. SE Washington, DC 20020 Attorney
Teresa W. Hawkins Decedent Deborah D. Boddie, Esq. 1308 Ninth Street, NW Suite 300 Washington, DC 20001 Attorney NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT, NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Lawrence W. Buck, Jr., whose address is 1112 Chaplin Street, SE, Washington, DC 20019, was appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Teresa W. Hawkins who died on September 29, 2018 without a Will, and will serve without Court supervision. All unknown heirs and heirs whose whereabouts are unknown shall enter their appearance in this proceeding. Objections to such appointment shall be filed with the Register of Wills, D.C., Building A, 515 5th Street, N.W., Third Floor, Washington, D.C. 20001, on or before 5/1/2019. Claims against the decedent shall be presented to the undersigned with a copy to the Register of Wills or filed with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned, on or before 5/1/2019, or be forever barred. Persons believed to be heirs or legatees of the decedent who do not receive a copy of this notice by mail within 25 days of its first publication shall so inform the Register of Wills, including name, address, and relationship. Date of first publication: 11/01/2019 Lawrence W. Buck, Jr. Personal Representative TRUE TEST COPY
Shirley Shadricks Decedent NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT, NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS James Priest and Ellianna Shadricks, whose address is 1608 F Street, NE, Washington, DC 20002, were appointed Personal Representatives of the estate of Shirley Shadricks who died on October 10, 2018 without a Will, and will serve without Court supervision. All unknown heirs and heirs whose whereabouts are unknown shall enter their appearance in this proceeding. Objections to such appointment shall be filed with the Register of Wills, D.C., Building A, 515 5th Street, N.W., Third Floor, Washington, D.C. 20001, on or before 5/1/2019. Claims against the decedent shall be presented to the undersigned with a copy to the Register of Wills or filed with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned, on or before 5/1/2019, or be forever barred. Persons believed to be heirs or legatees of the decedent who do not receive a copy of this notice by mail within 25 days of its first publication shall so inform the Register of Wills, including name, address, and relationship. Date of first publication: 11/1/2018
NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT, NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Janet G. Mitchell, whose address is 58 Pembroke Drive, Mendham, New Jersey 07945, was appointed Personal Representative of the estate of George S. Ware aka George Stanley Ware who died on September 12, 2018 with a Will, and will serve without Court supervision. All unknown heirs and heirs whose whereabouts are unknown shall enter their appearance in this proceeding. Objections to such appointment (or to the probate of decedent’s Will) shall be filed with the Register of Wills, D.C., Building A, 515 5th Street, N.W., Third Floor, Washington, D.C. 20001, on or before 5/1/2019. Claims against the decedent shall be presented to the undersigned with a copy to the Register of Wills or filed with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned, on or before 5/1/2019, or be forever barred. Persons believed to be heirs or legatees of the decedent who do not receive a copy of this notice by mail within 25 days of its first publication shall so inform the Register of Wills, including name, address, and relationship. Date of first publication: 11/1/2018
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Administration No. 2018 ADM 001149 Ronald Lloyd Lucas Decedent
NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT, NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Andrew Dounias and George A. Dounias, whose addresses are 3425A Marigold Pl., Waldorf, MD 20602 and 42890 Redfield Street, Asburn, VA 20147 were appointed Personal Representatives of the estate of George Dounias who died on July 23, 2017 with a Will, and will serve without Court supervision. All unknown heirs and heirs whose whereabouts are unknown shall enter their appearance in this proceeding. Objections to such appointment (or to the probate of decedent’s Will) shall be filed with the Register of Wills, D.C., Building A, 515 5th Street, N.W., Third Floor, Washington, D.C. 20001, on or before 5/1/2019. Claims against the decedent shall be presented to the undersigned with a copy to the Register of Wills or filed with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned, on or before 5/1/2019, or be forever barred. Persons believed to be heirs or legatees of the decedent who do not receive a copy of this notice by mail within 25 days of its first publication shall so inform the Register of Wills, including name, address, and relationship. Date of first publication: 11/1/2018
Janet G. Mitchell Personal Representative
Andrew Dounias George A. Dounias Personal Representative
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NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT, NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Harriet Murphy, whose address is 7402 9th Street, NW, Washington, DC 20012, was appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Willie Lee Murphy who died on September 23, 2018 without a Will, and will serve without Court supervision. All unknown heirs and heirs whose whereabouts are unknown shall enter their appearance in this proceeding. Objections to such appointment shall be filed with the Register of Wills, D.C., Building A, 515 5th Street, N.W., Third Floor, Washington, D.C. 20001, on or before 5/8/2019. Claims against the decedent shall be presented to the undersigned with a copy to the Register of Wills or filed with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned, on or before 5/8/2019, or be forever barred. Persons believed to be heirs or legatees of the decedent who do not receive a copy of this notice by mail within 25 days of its first publication shall so inform the Register of Wills, including name, address, and relationship. Date of first publication: 11/8/2018 Harriet Murphy Personal Representative TRUE TEST COPY
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Administration No. 2018 ADM 001181
Administration No. 2018 ADM 001172
Administration No. 2018 ADM 001193
Administration No. 2018 ADM 1183
Dorothy D. Williams Decedent
Rodney E. Cunningham Decedent
Betty Jean Leonard Decedent
Angelica Del Aguila Decedent
NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT, NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS
NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT, NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS
Colline Silvera 7731 Belle Point Dr. Greenbelt, MD 20770 Attorney
NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT, NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS
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Brenda M. G. Lucas, whose address is 3914 23rd Parkway #11, Temple Hills, MD 20748, was appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Ronald Lloyd Lucas who died on February 26, 2017 without a Will, and will serve without Court supervision. All unknown heirs and heirs whose whereabouts are unknown shall enter their appearance in this proceeding. Objections to such appointment shall be filed with the Register of Wills, D.C., Building A, 515 5th Street, N.W., Third Floor, Washington, D.C. 20001, on or before 5/1/2019. Claims against the decedent shall be presented to the undersigned with a copy to the Register of Wills or filed with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned, on or before 5/1/2019, or be forever barred. Persons believed to be heirs or legatees of the decedent who do not receive a copy of this notice by mail within 25 days of its first publication shall so inform the Register of Wills, including name, address, and relationship.
Donald L. Williams, whose address is 314 Tamerack Ct, Upper Marlboro, MD 20774, was appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Dorothy D. Williams who died on August 1, 2018 with a Will, and will serve without Court supervision. All unknown heirs and heirs whose whereabouts are unknown shall enter their appearance in this proceeding. Objections to such appointment (or to the probate of decedent’s Will) shall be filed with the Register of Wills, D.C., Building A, 515 5th Street, N.W., Third Floor, Washington, D.C. 20001, on or before 5/1/2019. Claims against the decedent shall be presented to the undersigned with a copy to the Register of Wills or filed with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned, on or before 5/1/2019, or be forever barred. Persons believed to be heirs or legatees of the decedent who do not receive a copy of this notice by mail within 25 days of its first publication shall so inform the Register of Wills, including name, address, and relationship.
Howard Ernest Del Aguila, whose address is 43312 Vestals Place, Leesburg, VA 20176, was appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Angelica Del Aguila who died on March 23, 2011 with a Will, and will serve without Court supervision. All unknown heirs and heirs whose whereabouts are unknown shall enter their appearance in this proceeding. Objections to such appointment (or to the probate of decedent’s Will) shall be filed with the Register of Wills, D.C., Building A, 515 5th Street, N.W., Third Floor, Washington, D.C. 20001, on or before 5/1/2019. Claims against the decedent shall be presented to the undersigned with a copy to the Register of Wills or filed with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned, on or before 5/1/2019, or be forever barred. Persons believed to be heirs or legatees of the decedent who do not receive a copy of this notice by mail within 25 days of its first publication shall so inform the Register of Wills, including name, address, and relationship.
Date of first publication: 11/1/2018
Date of first publication: 11/1/2018
Joyce C. Freeman, whose address is 31 Elder Drive, Palm Coast, FL 32164, was appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Rodney E. Cunningham who died on August 26, 2017 with a Will, and will serve without Court supervision. All unknown heirs and heirs whose whereabouts are unknown shall enter their appearance in this proceeding. Objections to such appointment (or to the probate of decedent’s Will) shall be filed with the Register of Wills, D.C., Building A, 515 5th Street, N.W., Third Floor, Washington, D.C. 20001, on or before 5/1/2019. Claims against the decedent shall be presented to the undersigned with a copy to the Register of Wills or filed with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned, on or before 5/1/2019, or be forever barred. Persons believed to be heirs or legatees of the decedent who do not receive a copy of this notice by mail within 25 days of its first publication shall so inform the Register of Wills, including name, address, and relationship.
Jacqueline Whitehead and Gregory Leonard, whose address is 4715 First Street, SW, #103, Washington, DC 20032, were appointed Personal Representatives of the estate of Betty Jean Leonard who died on October 15, 2017 without a Will, and will serve without Court supervision. All unknown heirs and heirs whose whereabouts are unknown shall enter their appearance in this proceeding. Objections to such appointment shall be filed with the Register of Wills, D.C., Building A, 515 5th Street, N.W., Third Floor, Washington, D.C. 20001, on or before 5/1/2019. Claims against the decedent shall be presented to the undersigned with a copy to the Register of Wills or filed with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned, on or before 5/1/2019, or be forever barred. Persons believed to be heirs or legatees of the decedent who do not receive a copy of this notice by mail within 25 days of its first publication shall so inform the Register of Wills, including name, address, and relationship. Date of first publication: 11/1/2018
Date of first publication: 11/1/2018
Brenda M. G. Lucas Personal Representative
Donald L. Williams Personal Representative
Date of first publication: 11/1/2018
Howard Ernest Del Aguila Personal Representative
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Joyce C. Freeman Personal Representative
Jacqueline Whitehead Gregory Leonard Personal Representative
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Administration No. 2018 ADM 001246
Administration No. 2018 ADM 001194
Ruby L. Downs Decedent
Pat Lee Wiley Decedent
Darrell S. Parker Attorney at Law 1822 11th Street, NW Washington, DC 20001 Attorney NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT, NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Mark C. Downs & Jennifer D. Creque, whose addresses are 3921 Ingomar Street, NW Washington, DC 20015 & 4949 Collingtons Bnty Dr. Bowie, MD 20720, were appointed Personal Representatives of the estate of Ruby L. Downs who died on October 2, 2018 without a Will, and will serve without Court supervision. All unknown heirs and heirs whose whereabouts are unknown shall enter their appearance in this proceeding. Objections to such appointment shall be filed with the Register of Wills, D.C., Building A, 515 5th Street, N.W., Third Floor, Washington, D.C. 20001, on or before 5/8/2019. Claims against the decedent shall be presented to the undersigned with a copy to the Register of Wills or filed with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned, on or before 5/8/2019, or be forever barred. Persons believed to be heirs or legatees of the decedent who do not receive a copy of this notice by mail within 25 days of its first publication shall so inform the Register of Wills, including name, address, and relationship. Date of first publication: 11/8/2018 Mark C. Downs Jennifer D. Creque Personal Representative TRUE TEST COPY
NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT, NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS James E. Burk and Mike Cullers, whose addresses are 1740 N Street, NW #1, Washington, DC 20036 & 128 Huntcrest Cir., Winchester, VA 22602, were appointed Personal Representatives of the estate of Pat Lee Wiley who died on September 6, 2018 with a Will, and will serve without Court supervision. All unknown heirs and heirs whose whereabouts are unknown shall enter their appearance in this proceeding. Objections to such appointment (or to the probate of decedent’s Will) shall be filed with the Register of Wills, D.C., Building A, 515 5th Street, N.W., Third Floor, Washington, D.C. 20001, on or before 5/15/2019. Claims against the decedent shall be presented to the undersigned with a copy to the Register of Wills or filed with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned, on or before 5/15/2019, or be forever barred. Persons believed to be heirs or legatees of the decedent who do not receive a copy of this notice by mail within 25 days of its first publication shall so inform the Register of Wills, including name, address, and relationship.
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Administration No. 2018 ADM 1264
Administration No. 2018 ADM 000730
Administration No. 2018 ADM 001220
Milton Andre Brooks Decedent
Martha Teasley Wilson Decedent
Margaret H. Coffey Decedent
Deborah D. Boddie, Esq. Probate Law DC 1308 Ninth Street, NW Suite 300 Washington, DC 20001 Attorney
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Kisha L. Woolen, Esq., whose address is 5335 Wisconsin Avenue, NW, #700, Washington, DC 20015, was appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Martha Teasley Wilson who died on May 22, 2017 without a Will, and will serve without Court supervision. All unknown heirs and heirs whose whereabouts are unknown shall enter their appearance in this proceeding. Objections to such appointment shall be filed with the Register of Wills, D.C., Building A, 515 5th Street, N.W., Third Floor, Washington, D.C. 20001, on or before 5/15/2019. Claims against the decedent shall be presented to the undersigned with a copy to the Register of Wills or filed with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned, on or before 5/15/2019, or be forever barred. Persons believed to be heirs or legatees of the decedent who do not receive a copy of this notice by mail within 25 days of its first publication shall so inform the Register of Wills, including name, address, and relationship.
Mafalda Guzman, whose address is 1304 Van Buren St., NW, Washington, DC 20012, was appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Margaret H. Coffey who died on September 8, 2018 with a Will, and will serve without Court supervision. All unknown heirs and heirs whose whereabouts are unknown shall enter their appearance in this proceeding. Objections to such appointment (or to the probate of decedent’s Will) shall be filed with the Register of Wills, D.C., Building A, 515 5th Street, N.W., Third Floor, Washington, D.C. 20001, on or before 5/15/2019. Claims against the decedent shall be presented to the undersigned with a copy to the Register of Wills or filed with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned, on or before 5/15/2019, or be forever barred. Persons believed to be heirs or legatees of the decedent who do not receive a copy of this notice by mail within 25 days of its first publication shall so inform the Register of Wills, including name, address, and relationship.
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Administration Number 2018 ADM 1276
Administration No. 2018 ADM 001271
Estate of Nizam A. Karriem
Kory Rose Dews Decedent
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James Larry Frazier, Esq. 918 Maryland Avenue, NE Washington, DC 20002 Attorney
NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT, NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Yvette Bertyce Brooks and Bonita Brooks, whose address is 1362 Levis Street, NE, Washington, DC 20002, respectively, was appointed Personal Representatives of the estate of Milton Andre Brooks who died on April 20, 2018 without a Will, and will serve without Court supervision. All unknown heirs and heirs whose whereabouts are unknown shall enter their appearance in this proceeding. Objections to such appointment shall be filed with the Register of Wills, D.C., Building A, 515 5th Street, N.W., Third Floor, Washington, D.C. 20001, on or before 5/15/2019. Claims against the decedent shall be presented to the undersigned with a copy to the Register of Wills or filed with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned, on or before 5/15/2019, or be forever barred. Persons believed to be heirs or legatees of the decedent who do not receive a copy of this notice by mail within 25 days of its first publication shall so inform the Register of Wills, including name, address, and relationship. Date of first publication: 11/15/2018
James E. Burk Mike Cullers Personal Representative
Yvette Bertyce Brooks Bonita Brooks Personal Representative
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Administration No. 2018 ADM 1209
Administration No. 2018 ADM 001239
Administration No. 2018 ADM 001251
Norman Edward McLean Decedent
Minnie L. Henderson aka Minnie Lee Henderson Decedent
Dorothy Lee Coley Decedent
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Dorothy M. Smith, whose address is 1361 Coral Place, Hampton, VA 23666, was appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Norman Edward McLean, who died on August 3, 2018 without a Will, and will serve without Court supervision. All unknown heirs and heirs whose whereabouts are unknown shall enter their appearance in this proceeding. Objections to such appointment shall be filed with the Register of Wills, D.C., Building A, 515 5th Street, N.W., Third Floor, Washington, D.C. 20001, on or before 5/8/2019. Claims against the decedent shall be presented to the undersigned with a copy to the Register of Wills or filed with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned, on or before 5/8/2019, or be forever barred. Persons believed to be heirs or legatees of the decedent who do not receive a copy of this notice by mail within 25 days of its first publication shall so inform the Register of Wills, including name, address, and relationship.
Curtis L. Henderson, whose address is 8708 Ethans Glen Terr., Jacksonville, FL. 32256, was appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Minnie L. Henderson aka Minnie Lee Henderson who died on September 27, 2013 without a Will, and will serve without Court supervision. All unknown heirs and heirs whose whereabouts are unknown shall enter their appearance in this proceeding. Objections to such appointment shall be filed with the Register of Wills, D.C., Building A, 515 5th Street, N.W., Third Floor, Washington, D.C. 20001, on or before 5/8/2019. Claims against the decedent shall be presented to the undersigned with a copy to the Register of Wills or filed with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned, on or before 5/8/2019, or be forever barred. Persons believed to be heirs or legatees of the decedent who do not receive a copy of this notice by mail within 25 days of its first publication shall so inform the Register of Wills, including name, address, and relationship.
April Coley, whose address is 12004 Berrybrook Terrace, Upper Marlboro, MD 20772, was appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Dorothy Lee Coley who died on August 13, 2018 without a Will, and will serve without Court supervision. All unknown heirs and heirs whose whereabouts are unknown shall enter their appearance in this proceeding. Objections to such appointment shall be filed with the Register of Wills, D.C., Building A, 515 5th Street, N.W., Third Floor, Washington, D.C. 20001, on or before 8/8/2019. Claims against the decedent shall be presented to the undersigned with a copy to the Register of Wills or filed with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned, on or before 8/8/2019, or be forever barred. Persons believed to be heirs or legatees of the decedent who do not receive a copy of this notice by mail within 25 days of its first publication shall so inform the Register of Wills, including name, address, and relationship.
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Notice is hereby given that a petition has been filed in this Court by Fatima Karriem and Mikal Huda Ba’th for standard probate, including the appointment of one or more personal representatives. Unless a responsive pleading in the form of a complaint or an objection in accordance with Superior Court Probate Division Rule 407 is filed in this Court within 30 days from the date of first publication of this notice, the Court may take the action hereinafter set forth.
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Keira Janay Moore, whose address is 1812 Benning Road, NE, Apt. C, Washington, DC 20002, was appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Kory Rose Dews who died on June 9, 2018 without a Will, and will serve without Court supervision. All unknown heirs and heirs whose whereabouts are unknown shall enter their appearance in this proceeding. Objections to such appointment shall be filed with the Register of Wills, D.C., Building A, 515 5th Street, N.W., Third Floor, Washington, D.C. 20001, on or before 5/15/2019. Claims against the decedent shall be presented to the undersigned with a copy to the Register of Wills or filed with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned, on or before 5/15/2019, or be forever barred. Persons believed to be heirs or legatees of the decedent who do not receive a copy of this notice by mail within 25 days of its first publication shall so inform the Register of Wills, including name, address, and relationship.
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In the absence of a will or proof satisfactory to the Court of due execution, enter an order determining that the decedent died intestate appoint an unsupervised personal representative Date of first publication: 11/8/2018 Talib Karim 1629 K Street, NW, 3rd Floor Washington, DC 20006 Petitioner/Attorney:
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Foreign No. 2018 FEP 000147
Katie Lee Wilson Decedent
December 2, 2017 Date of Death
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Patricia Randolph Schwartz aka Patricia Hill Randolph Schwartz Name of Decedent
Rejineta Carroll, whose address is 10907 Melwood Park Place, Upper Marlboro, MD, 20772, was appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Katie Lee Wilson who died on March 1, 2018 without a Will, and will serve without Court supervision. All unknown heirs and heirs whose whereabouts are unknown shall enter their appearance in this proceeding. Objections to such appointment shall be filed with the Register of Wills, D.C., Building A, 515 5th Street, N.W., Third Floor, Washington, D.C. 20001, on or before 5/15/2019. Claims against the decedent shall be presented to the undersigned with a copy to the Register of Wills or filed with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned, on or before 5/15/2019, or be forever barred. Persons believed to be heirs or legatees of the decedent who do not receive a copy of this notice by mail within 25 days of its first publication shall so inform the Register of Wills, including name, address, and relationship.
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Rejineta Carroll Personal Representative
Michael Alan Schwartz whose address is 931 Nashua Street, Houston, TX 77008 was appointed personal representative of the estate of Patricia Randolph Schwartz aka Patricia Hill Randolph Schwartz, deceased, by the Circuit Court for Palm Beach County, State of Florida, on February 8, 2018. Service of process may be made upon Jenna Weatherson, 4545 Connecticut Ave., NW, #502, Washington, DC 20008 whose designation as District of Columbia agent has been filed with the Register of Wills, D.C. The decedent owned the following District of Columbia real estate. 0318 Independence Ave., SE (Sq. 0788, Lots 0028 & 0817); 111 Duddington Pl., SE (Sq. 0736, Lot 0736, Lot 0038); and 113 Duddington Pl, SE (Sq. 0736, Lot 0039) The decedent owned District of Columbia personal property. Claims against the decedent may be presented to the undersigned and filed with the Register of Wills of the District of Columbia, 515 5th Street, NW, Third Floor, Washington, D.C. 20001 within 6 months from the date of first publication of this notice.
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mother who had moved to the United States. In 2015, Danitza was reunited with her mother after many years of being apart. Danitza struggled to reestablish a relationship with her mother while adapting to a new culture in a new country but embraced her challenges in order to overcome them. Within two years of arriving in the United States she picked up enough English to be removed from English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) class and now mentors ESOL students. She also is enrolled in honors classes and a frequent community volunteer. Danitza dreams of helping others and aspires to become a lawyer. Betty Pei-Lin Xiong and her mother came to the United States from China seeking a better life after Betty’s father abandoned them. In 2016, Betty was hit by a car. While in the emergency room, she wondered why she didn’t feel any pain or remember the accident. After discharge, Betty spent countless hours trying to understand what had happened to her, which ultimately ignited a passion for neuroscience
and biological sciences. Although she missed a lot of school and dealt with headaches and other injuries, she was able to maintain a 4.0 GPA and stay on the honor roll. Betty aspires to study medical sciences in college and dreams of becoming a neuroscientist. These amazing young people have beaten formidable odds stacked against them, challenging our notions of what is possible and inspiring us all to persevere despite setbacks. But the truth is, our children should not have to struggle so hard to beat the odds. You and I and our political leaders must improve and even the odds for children, especially children of color and those living in poverty. Across our country children are crying out for us to protect them from hunger and homelessness, abuse and neglect, and gun violence and bigotry. It’s time to hear and help them. If the challenge seems too great or our political system seems too broken, just remember the example set by these and other brave young people across our nation and commit to fight for their future and countless others like them. WI
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the press corps has not been more strongly supportive of their colleagues like April Ryan and Jim Acosta. What if, for just one day, every member of the press began her question with, “I’m asking this in the name of Jim Acosta”? If they started a question with, “Let me say that my colleague April Ryan is not a loser,” this administration would get some sense of press solidarity. Trump attacks because he can attack and because few are willing to stand up to him. The president’s hostility toward the press is bad enough. His particular antipathy toward African Americans is even worse. Who will stand up for April Ryan, Abby Phillip, and Yamiche Alcindor? Where, by the way, are the women of the #MeToo movement when Black women are being attacked? WI
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a consummate and smooth professional, surely understands that she is in good company. Trump loves to attack Black women, especially those who oppose him (like Maxine Waters) for their intellectual acuity. At the same press conference where he melted down on Jim Acosta, the president also attacked PBS White House correspondent Yamiche Alcindor, describing a question she asked him about the term “nationalist” as a “racist question.” Alcindor, who says she has interviewed several White supremacists that are “excited” by their leader, asked a perfectly legitimate question of the president who has been stoking racial fires since he announced his candidacy. In attacking both the questioner and the question, 45 again showed his biases and his hostility both to the
press and to some of the individuals who cover him. No president enjoys intense press scrutiny, especially when things are not going his way. But no president has been more rude, dismissive of and offensive toward the press. No press secretary has been more rude and obnoxious than Sarah Huckabee Sanders. And none has attempted to curtail press freedoms with the vitriol that Trump has. Mr. Trump says he will pull the press credential of any member of the press who is not “respectful” to him. In his tiny mind, disrespect is the same as merely asking difficult or uncomfortable questions. He and Sanders would undoubtedly feel better if there were no press questions, just syncopated fawning. I don’t expect decency from the president, but I am concerned that
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reform should be on the table, with the first easy steps to protect the DACA children — the children of undocumented workers raised here who know no other country — and to end the grotesque policy of putting babies in cages separated from their parents. Criminal justice reform — there was once a bipartisan accord on ending imprisonment of non-violent offenders and on reforming discriminatory police practices — is long overdue. The repeated mass shootings should, at the very least, allow the revival of the ban on the sale of semi-automatic assault weapons that were designed for military use. Americans elected Trump to shake things up, after he promised that he would be the champion of working people. Then he
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south were Black. A century and a half later, felony disenfranchisement has left more than one in five Black Floridians unable to vote. Voters in Louisiana and Florida recognized not only the racism, but anti-American spirit inherent in non-unanimous jury verdicts and felony disenfranchisement, and were eager to bring their states’ laws into line with most of the rest of the country. We call on other states with similar laws remaining on the books to follow their example. WI
larded tax cuts on the rich, creating deficits that Republicans use to justify cuts in Social Security and Medicare. He turned his administration over to Wall Street executives and corporate lobbyists. They did not deregulate, then re-rigged the rules to favor their entrenched interests. With fires and floods wracking America, Trump cast doubt on the overwhelming scientific
consensus that climate change is caused by humans. With mass shootings horrifying the nation, Trump sided with the gun lobby to block reforms. With wages still stagnant, Trump opposed lifting the minimum wage and his Supreme Court nominee provided the deciding vote to gut unions for teachers, nurses, police officers and other public employees. Americans did not elect Democrats to harass Donald Trump personally. They elected them to hold his administration accountable to law and to push for reforms that will address the challenges they face in their lives. Yes, Democratic reforms will likely be blocked by a Republican Senate or vetoed by the president. But they can show Americans that there is an alternative, if only Trump and the Republican Senate would get out of the way. WI
Despite White retrenchment, “backlash,” now and in the past, we’ve seen progress, and there’s more progress ahead. “The moral arc of the universe is long, but it bends towards justice,” Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. reminded us. The choice is one which White folks must make. Black folks are already clear. They want progress. They want the New Jerusalem, now! The difficult decision which
must be made is among Whites, who have yet to even admit having a problem that will require a painful and costly solution, and the other group of Whites who have to always be the bearers of the bad news to the remaining White folks. During the First Reconstruction, those Whites were known, derisively, as “Carpetbaggers.” WI
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