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Prince George’s Students Head Back to School CBCF Preps for its 48th Legislative Conference

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Juanita Poole smiled Tuesday when she peeked inside her new second-grade classroom at Tulip Grove Elementary in Bowie after the school’s recent $26 million renovation. About 13 miles away at Parkdale High School in Riverdale, Bryce Awono hoped his junior year will help prepare him to study law or technology in college. “I’m glad to be back in school and ready for a rigorous year in the IB program,” said Bryce, 16, who also serves as the student member on the Maryland State Board of Education. “I want to have an impactful year and also inspire my peers because high school can either be the best four years of your life or the worst four years of your life.” The more than 134,000 students in the Prince George’s County Public Schools system was among thousands of other Maryland students who began the new school year Tuesday. Maryland joined its neighbors in Alexandria and Arlington, Virginia, where students also headed back to school. Some educators consider the first day of school an unofficial “national holiday.” “It unlocks new beginnings for children,” Tulip Grove Principal Jaime Whitfield-Coffen said before the 350 students walked inside a refurbished state-of-the-art building. “No matter what happened last year, or the summer, the first day of school is always an opportunity to start new.” As for the overall schools system, updates for the 2018-19 school year include:

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5 Jaime Whitfield-Coffen, principal of Tulip Grove Elementary School, gives last-minute instructions before allowing students and their parents inside the newly renovated building on Sept. 4, the first day of school. /Photo by Robert Roberts

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By Stacy M. Brown WI Senior Writer Two senators — Cory Booker of New Jersey and Kamala Harris of California — will serve as honorary co-chairs of the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation Inc.’s 48th Annual Legislative Conference scheduled Sept. 12-16 at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Northwest. It will mark the first time that co-chairs will come from the Senate. Historically, members of

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By D. Kevin McNeir WI Editor @dkevinmcneir Millions of Americans have big plans for Sunday, Sept. 9 when we honor the countless good deeds and unselfish service that grandparents provide day in and day out during National Grandparents Day – an annual observance that began in 1978. But for an increasing number of grandparents, the role they have accepted requires a lot more than the occasional baking cookies day with the grandchildren, summer sleepovers or back-to-

school shopping sprees. Since the 1990s, there’s been a consistent increase in the number of grandparents who have had to accept the role of being the primary caregiver for their children’s children. And the associated costs, particularly housing, food and health care have left many seniors in desperate straits – sometimes sacrificing their own needs to make a way for their grandchildren – an estimated 2.9 million children and rising nationwide

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had come together to bring a Among the programs Marlow Prince George’s County will hostsense its annual fair Sept. 6-9 at the of uniformity in the wayShowwants to see implemented are Place Arena Upper Marlboro. event, dating to 1842, When L.Y. in Marlow's 23-year- The domestic violenceback victims and fea-stricter restraining order policies, tures annual told competitions to showcase flowers, old daughter her the father survivors are vegetables treated. and livestock.more rights for victim's families the mainthreatened attractions,her “beautiful baby contest,” scheduled ofOne herofdaughter “She's using her own personalfor 2to intervene on behalf of a vicp.m.and Sunday, 9, allows to dress-up their children life, the lifeSept. of their child,parents story, her own personal pain towithtim, a domestic violence assessboys and something girls judgedhad in three to 12 months; 13ment unit coupled with further she knew to beseparate pushcategories: forward,”sixDavis-Nickens to 24 months; to 36 months. fairMarlow. admission for those agestraining for law enforcement done. 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Marlow help people begin to have a dia- We need to address both the vicshared her story with the audi- logue about domestic violence. tim and the batterer,” Marlow ence at the District Heights Also present at the event was said. across the U.S. have been asked With the focus on social justice, ministers Domestic Violence Symposium Mildred Muhammad, the exMarlow to see asto preach sermons every Sunday from Sept. 9 to would Nov. 4,also alsolike providing on May 7 at the District Heights wife of John Allen Muhammad, programs designed to raise sistance for voter registration and organizing for early voting, dependent on Municipal Center. The sympo- who was sentenced to six consec- awareness among children in the state, especially for seniors. The initiative, “Call to Conscience,” will bring sium was sponsored by the utive life terms without parole public and private schools. She members of the AME Church and supporters to the Greater Washington Family and Youth Services by a Maryland jury for his role in feels children need to be educatArea, kicking off on Wednesday, Sept. 4 at Reid Temple AME Church, Glenn Center of the city of District the Beltway Sniper attacks in ed about domestic violence. MDMildred for a day Muhammad of strategic planning and worship. Heights and the National Hook- Dale, 2002. is “We have to stop being pasA rally will be held Thursday, Sept. 6 at Lafayette Parkwith in thepoor District Up of Black Women. the founder of After the Trauma, sive-aggressive chil-from 10 a.m. to noon, followed by a 2 p.m. press conference at Metropolitan AME Marlow has written a book, an organization that helps the dren about domestic violence,” a meeting of ecclesiastical leaders and congressional leaders at the U.S. “Color Me Butterfly,” whichChurch is a and survivors of domestic violence Marlow said. Capitol. events all aim at increasing voter participation on Tuesday, story about four generations of These and and theirother children. Marlow has worked to break Nov. 6 with preaching andsix urging to show to exerdomestic violence. The book is ministers “I lived in fear for years.their Six congregants the cycle of abuseup in in herforce family, cise their constitutional right to vote. inspired by her own experiences, years in fear is a long time. It is and is confident the policies she more visit www.ame6.church/rally. and For those of information, her grandmother, not an easy thing to come out is pushing for will start that her mother and her daughter. of,” she said. process. She said every time she reads Mildred Muhammad said “I plan to take these policies to excerpts from her book, she still people who want to help a Congress and implore them to canPrince not believe theCounty words State’s came Attorney domestic violence George’s Angela Also- victim must change our laws,” Marlow said. from her. “Color Me Butterfly” be careful of how they go into “I will not stop until these polibrooks, who easily secured the Democratic nomination won the 2007 National “Best the victim's life, and understand cies are passed.” in the race for county executive, looks to be in an elecBooks” Award. that she challenger, may be in “survival Tia Carol Jones can be reached tion for one on Nov. 6 as her Republican “I was just 16-years-old when mode”. at tiacaroljones@sbcglobal.net Jerryeye Mathis, has decidedand to drop the race. my first blackened my out of “Before you get to 'I'm going who challenged the county’s status quo at lipsMathis, bled,” Marlow said. to kill you,' it started as a verbal WI several community forums, made Elaine Davis-Nickens, presi- the announcement to support Alsobrooks Thursday, Aug. 30 outside the dent of the NationalonHook-Up Curry Administration ofWayne Black Women, said there is nobuilding in Largo. The 5 Jerry Mathis (standing right) at a Prince George’s County county’s Republican has until Thursday, Sept. 6 Executive forum April 24. /File photo By William J. Ford consistency in the wayParty domestic to decide whether to nominate violence issues are dealt with bya person to run against Alsobrooks.

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‘Anacostia Unmapped 2.0’ Spotlights Historic Neighborhood By Sam P.K. Collins WI Contributing Writer @SamPKCollins

For more than a month, in what has been the continuation of efforts to highlight Anacostia’s rich history and culture, an extensive collection of photos, paintings and other art pieces about the Southeast neighborhood have had a home at the DC Commission on the Arts & Humanities (CAH) in Southeast. When the “Anacostia Unmapped 2.0” exhibit launched in early August, the CAH ground gallery became a maze of historically and politically enriching artwork, poetry and video, all of which had been inspired by the 2016 award-winning radio docuseries that featured the voices and stories of longtime Anacostia residents. “The artists used stories from the radio documentary to create visual work that supported the narratives,” said Karen Baker, curator of “Anacostia Unmapped 2.0.” “In curating, I had to focus on the experience of the person walking through [the exhibit] and make sure they felt the energy and spirit in there.” Baker received a curatorial grant that manifested in the creation of “Anacostia Unmapped 2.0.” She said that she organized the exhibit so that visitors, upon entering CAH, could walk down a set of steps in the ground gallery

and examine artwork that chronicled Anacostia’s history, including that featuring Frederick Douglass accompanied by a book about Anacostia in the 19th century. Baker said CAH representatives reacted positively to the set design and outpouring of support in the weeks since the Aug. 6 launch, telling her that “Anacostia Unmapped 2.0” has set a foundation for art that connects communities and creates social impact. She said D.C. Child and Family Services employees have perused the exhibit as motivation in their work with local youth. “The artists did an amazing job,” Baker said. “We extended the view, giving a historical and current view of Anacostia. We wanted to show Anacostia in the most amazing, beautiful way possible, to have the residents feel celebrated and respected for the fact they’ve been a community and village.”

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east, and a rendition of Martin Luther King Jr. and Malcolm X, for whom two streets in Southeast are named, shaking hands. A long poem by John Johnson named “My Man DC,” erected on one of the back walls in the ground gallery, personifies D.C.’s gentrification with words and local cultural references. Photos from the Black L.U.V. festival, Anacostia River cleanup, the Goodman League at Barry Farms, and a Memorial Weekend community meeting at the Alexander Mosby Garden in Southeast, a gathering space on the block known as the modern-day Black Wall Street named for the late owner of clothing and apparel store District Culture, also lined the walls toward the end of the “Anacostia Unmapped 2.0” exhibit. On the afternoon of Sept. 9, CAH visitors can attend art workshops led by Patrick, Anacostia Watershed Society and Storytelling with Saris. Plans have also

5 A visitor looks at the Anacostia Unmapped 2.0 exhibit on display at the DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities building in Southeast. /Photo by Shevry Lassiter

been in the works for a yet-to-benamed extension of the Anacostia Unmapped series that takes the multimedia pieces into Anacostia High School in Southeast. “This exhibit opens up a lot of narratives about Anacostia, because Anacostia has been known as the black sheep of D.C. neighborhoods,” Patrick, the prolific illustrator behind the newly released visual representation of Freeman and Katie Davis’ award-winning “The Lion and the Map” radio piece, said as he

alluded to a persistent, dominant narrative about Anacostia as an epicenter of violence and poverty.

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Throughout the month of August, visitors at the CAH ground gallery have watched Patrick’s short film, sitting between the “My Man DC” poem and Dr. King/Malcolm X painting, some-

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“Anacostia Unmapped 2.0” features the work of more than a dozen mixed media and multimedia artists, including Kymone Freeman, V. Kuroji Patrick, Katie Davis, John Johnson, Melanie Douglass and Anieken Udofia. Artwork includes the likeness of the “Godfather of Go-Go” Chuck Brown, a young person sitting along Maple View Place in South-

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fathomable value – priceless and irreplaceable. Thus, when people have let me down on a routine basis becoming “ghost” when I needed them most, taking care of their own desires before considering my needs, I’ve had to grow up – “man up” if you will. Some so-called friends are experts at making the best of and taking full advantage of our relationship and benefits when the harsh winter season unleashes it’s cold temperatures and desolate vistas – conditions which lead even the least intelligent person to seek the warmth of another body – anyone’s body – until spring returns so they can frolic off to explore greener pastures and brand-new personalities for them to conquer. These thoughts have invaded my moments of solitude as of late in the midst of a changing season – a message from the Creator that I have received with gratitude, careful to avoid using that word of ultimate denial, “but,” in my efforts to fully understand the truth that has been revealed to me. As a result, I have been compelled to look more closely at the road on which I am traveling, the destiny that I know is mine and mine alone and to take a fresh look at the roadblocks that have deterred me – roadblocks, people, places and things, that I have created or allowed to grow – others that I have invited to travel along with me. With this new revelation, I’m now in the process of “cutting the fat” as my Daddy used to advise. Friends who enjoy the ride with their feet propped up for comfort but who never get out of the car when there’s a flat tire, when the engine is laboring, when unexpected weight has been added to the load making it even more difficult to keep the vehicle on the right path, are the kinds of people who need to be put out of the car with the quickness. Afterwards,

don’t look in your rear mirror. They’ll make it. They’ll simply find another host – like all leeches are prone to do. As for “sometimes” friends, relatives and extended family included, those on whom you can never depend but who always want and demand you to be there for them, they too must be removed from the list and left on the side of the road. Actually, while we tend to feel better about ourselves when we can boast about having an extensive list of friends, those blessed with wisdom and discernment recognize that the best list of the friends is one that’s so short you can count the names on one hand. My destiny belongs to me and no one else and it’s mine to secure or to leave unrealized like a withered flag blowing in the wind on the grounds of a long-abandoned fortress. The gifts God has given me are not community property. Further, no one can do the things that I can do or conceive the ideas and dreams that haunt me and for which I alone am best prepared to take from the land of hope to the universe of reality. There are times when we allow others to romp with us in our playground. It’s fun for a moment. It’s almost idyllic for a season or two. But after it’s clear that they don’t quite fit or appreciate the parameters and limits of our playground, that’s the time to ask them to leave employing any means necessary to rid you of them: a gentle nudge, a warm kiss on the cheek, a solid “fist-bump” or a swift kick in the behind. Children like to imagine the impossible and then believe it can never be achieved. Grown folks, those who have been through the fire and made it through, know that they know that they know, that those who are determined to reach their unique destiny must be willing to walk that road alone. WI

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GRAND from Page 1 according to recent data from The Children’s Defense Fund. The needs of these new “grandfamilies” have caused the leaders of U.S. cities to take another look at the lack of affordable housing and consider ways to create communities where these new forms of families can live easier in a multi-generational environment with services specifically geared to their needs. Enter new collaborative projects like Plaza West in Northwest who will host a ribbon-cutting celebration Friday, Sept. 14 at 10 a.m., 1035 4th Street NW– officially opening the doors for a long-awaited affordable housing development in the District. For several months, officials have been accepting applications for potential residents and will continue to welcome applicants even when the number of available units have been filled and a wait list must be established. Plaza West’s ribbon-cutting will be sponsored by Bible Way Church of Washington, D.C., Inc. [see the first part of this story, Aug. 1 edition] and include the project’s developers Golden Rule Plaza, Inc., Mission First HDC and The Henson Development Company. It’s important to note that

AROUND THE REGION moving these projects from vision to reality takes many partners, many hands and a lot of hard work. But the end result is worth it, says Jaia Peterson Lent, Deputy Executive Director, Generations United whose mission in the District includes improving the lives of children, youth, and older adults through intergenerational programs, policies and strategies. “Financial support is important to many families; in addition to Social Security, many families look at TANF or need to become licensed foster parents for the children in order to get the financial support to provide for the children’s needs,” she said. “Housing like the Plaza West development is very helpful as many grandparents and other relative caregivers were not expecting to take on the care for their grandchildren. Some may live in senior-only housing or housing that is too small to accommodate multiple children and many are living on fixed incomes.” “Quality intergenerational programs like the ones provided at Plaza West engage the strengths of each generation and are mutually beneficial to both the older and younger generation. They also respond to specific documented needs. They do, indeed, make a difference.” WI

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A record 22.8 million total visitors came to the nation’s capital last year, up 3.6 percent over 2016, according to D.C.’s official destination marketing organization. Elliott L. Ferguson, II, president and CEO of Destination DC, confirmed the banner year for D.C.’s tourism industry at the organization’s annual Marketing Outlook Meeting held at Andrew W. Mellon Auditorium on Tuesday, Aug. 28 with city leaders, stakeholders and local tourism and hospitality businesses. “Washington, D.C., welcomed 20.8 million domestic visitors last year, up 4.2 percent, and 2 million overseas visitors, up 2.5 percent,” Ferguson said. “We’ve seen eight years of consecutive growth. At the end of the day, what we do to attract visitors is economic development, resulting in $7.5 billion spent by travelers.” In 2017, tourism supported 75,048 D.C. jobs, up 0.5 percent over 2016 and exceeding 75,000 for the first time since 2013. According to IHS Markit, domestic and international spending was up 3.1 percent and surpassed $7 billion for the third time. Business travel accounted for 41 percent of visitation and 60 percent of spending. Leisure spending increased by 5.9 percent and business spending was up 1.3 percent, Destination DC said. “Growing tourism is good for local business and good for Washingtonians,” said Mayor Muriel Bowser. “When visitors

5 Lillie West of Travel with Lady Lillie has seen an uptick in visitors requesting Washington, D.C. as a vacation destination. /Photo courtesy of Lillie West

tions with political significance and want to experience where history is made; and Sports Fanatics, intrigued by world-class sports when identifying potential destinations. “The research allows us to be more nimble with our marketing and speak directly to the interests

of consumers,” said Robin A. McClain, DDC senior vice president of marketing and communications. “Washington, D.C., has the experiences visitors are looking for, whether it’s history, a diverse and welcoming atmosphere or a buzzy Michelin-rated dining scene.” WI

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PRINCE GEORGE'S COUNTY Education Advocates Urge Maryland Voters to Approve Casino Ballot Question By William J. Ford WI Staff Writer @jabariwill TOWSON, Md. – Education advocates have a message for Maryland voters: use casino revenue for public education. More than two dozen educators, school officials and leaders stood outside Loch Raven High School in Towson last week to begin a statewide campaign on “Question 1,” which will appear

on the Nov. 6 ballot and calls for voters to approve a constitutional amendment ensuring at least $500 million annually goes into the education trust fund from the state’s six casinos. “If Maryland does not have high-quality, equitably- and adequately-funded education, it cannot be competitive nationally, regionally and internationally,” Alvin Thornton, former chairman of the Prince George’s County school board, said

5 Alvin Thornton, former chairman of the Prince George’s County school board, speaks Aug. 30 to educators and advocates, urging voters to approve a casino revenue ballot question in the Nov. 6 general election. /Photo by William J. Ford

Thursday, Aug. 30. “That money should be in a box locked for our children. It is morally wrong to do anything different.” Thornton, who helped create a state formula in 2002 to ensure children statewide received adequate funding not based on a zip code, stood next to a huge sign that promotes overwhelming support for this year’s initiative.

Prince George’s Launches Job Programs By William J. Ford WI Staff Writer @jabariwill As Prince George’s County officials tout the majority-Black jurisdiction as Maryland’s top producer of job growth over the past two years, a county program seeks to

reach even more residents. Employ Prince George’s, a quasi-governmental agency, recently conducted an open house at its American Job Center in Largo. It also launched a Youth Career Center in Suitland exclusively for those ages 18 to 24 who either dropped out of high school, are

5 Walter L. Simmons (right), president and CEO of Employ Prince George’s, talks about a new program geared toward ages 18 to 24 at the county’s Youth Career Center in Suitland, Maryland, on Aug. 29. /Photo by Robert Roberts

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not enrolled in secondary education or are unemployed. The organization previously served under the workforce services division under the county’s Economic Development Corp., but will become its own entity with more than 50 staffers strictly focusing on jobs. “It’s the start of the new way we employ residents,” said Walter L. Simmons, president and CEO of Employ Prince George’s. “The goal is to leave nobody behind.” The agency pushes for at least 20,000 people to receive job training and secure future employment. Simmons said when factoring in the county’s targeted age demographic, Blacks and the underemployed, the figure rises to 46,000. But with only a $750,000 budget, it will need some assistance. Eckerd Connects, a national nonprofit headquartered in Clearwater, Florida, will help provide workforce development services for young adults between 18 to 24 years old. Employ Prince George’s promotes the program as the only one in Maryland to specifically work with that age group. The services it will provide include GED assistance, financial

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According to the summary of a poll released by D.C.-based GBA Strategies, about 80 of Marylanders would vote in support of a constitutional amendment that requires an increase in gaming revenue toward public education. The sign also highlighted the “Fix the Fund” amendment receives overwhelming, bipartisan support. literacy training and job placement support in industries such as health care, construction and information technology. According to a participant handbook, each person must adhere to an attendance policy and behavior standards, including arriving by 9 a.m. for any class or training session, abstaining from cellphone use except during breaks and lunchtime, and following a dress code (pants below the waistline, low-cut blouses or shirts and flip-flops are prohibited). Suzanne Foran, vice president of operations for Eckerd in Long Island, New York, said the program uses the word “youth” based on how the level of education and economics has changed over the years. By June 30, 2019, the center hopes to serve 75 people and another 100 to 150 the following fiscal year. “Young people need more support to be able to get through to self-sufficiency,” she said Aug. 29 at the center in Suitland. “Although they are adults, they still need the guidance and support services to get them on that path to maturity.” As for the other job seekers, Employ Prince George’s allows local nonprofit organizations to help in the process.

Although lawmakers passed legislation for casino revenue to go toward education, the money was redirected to fill other budgetary items. The Maryland General Assembly approved the “lockbox” legislation in this year’s session as a constitutional amendment, but required it to be placed on a referendum. Advocates produced a graphic from the state Department of Legislative Services to highlight how during Gov. Larry Hogan’s first four fiscal years in office, casino revenues exceeded at least $402 million. However, the amount in state increases for public schools reached just $139 million this fiscal year. “It doesn’t ask you to be liberal or conservative,” said Kenya Campbell, a teacher in Baltimore City and member of the city’s teacher’s union. “It simply asks that you want the best for the students of Maryland, and you want legislators to be held to their word that gaming revenues supplement education in our state.” A few students from a Baltimore City public school stood with educators and held “Vote Yes on Question 1: Fix the Fund”

EDUCATION Page 13 For instance, they can join the “community network” and receive assistance from Employ Prince George’s for groups that seek to help domestic violence survivors, immigrants or single fathers. Residents can offer their time to mentor job seekers, facilitate a resume-writing workshop, provide basic computer training and other skills. The agency has career centers in Largo and Laurel, with plans to open another in the southern part of the county. For those who aren’t able to travel to any other the centers, Simmons said the agency will train community leaders on workforce development services. The agency plans to conduct an expungement clinic and job fair for returning citizens in November with Maryland Legal Aid and Tree of Life Ministries in Clinton. “If we can increase each person’s livable wage, then we can make a better economy,” Simmons said. “We improve our schools. We decrease the crime rate. We decrease our poverty rate. Everything that we think about is intertwined through the income of our job seekers. We can make a better county.” For more information, go to www.employpg.org or call 301618-8400. WI

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Democratic Party Uses Prince George’s as Home Base By William J. Ford WI Staff Writer @jabariwill Dozens of Maryland Democrats celebrated the grand opening of the state coordinated campaign headquarters in Largo. State and county leaders will help make phone calls, organize rallies and conduct other activities with less than nine weeks left until the Nov. 6 general election. One reason Prince George’s County was the chosen site because the jurisdiction has the state’s most registered Democrats. “It’s a strong indicator on how important Prince George’s County is to the state of Maryland,” Malcolm Augustine, the Democratic candidate for state senator in legislative district 47, said inside the campaign office Thursday, Aug. 30. “We want to make sure we energize our neighbors [to vote] and they will do the same thing we’re doing.” Augustine stood alongside five other well-known Democrats

EDUCATION from Page 12 signs. Senior Luca Schmidt, 17, said the money could be used to ensure a school’s heating system keeps classrooms warm. “We had at least one classroom in the winter with no heat — we had to sit in there with coats on,” she said. “Education is so important and so vital and it needs to be respected.” Although a poll suggests voters may approve the ballot question in November, advocates said a report from the Commission on Innovation and Excellence in Education remains an integral part to improve public education. The group — also known as the Kirwan Commission led by William Kirwan, former University of Maryland System chancellor —has offered recommendations such as full-day prekindergarten for 4-year-olds, increasing salaries to retain and attract top-quality educators and possibly using state money to implement advanced academic programs such as International Baccalaureate into schools that don’t have them. After a final report is completed, state lawmakers will review it and discuss whether to im-

including Rep. Anthony Brown, Maryland Attorney General Brian Frosh and gubernatorial nominee Ben Jealous. Besides the criticisms of President Donald Trump’s recent decision to freeze federal workers salaries and continued plans to repeal the Affordable Care Act, each speaker encouraged those in attendance to make sure everyone votes in November and, most importantly, chooses Jealous over Republican incumbent Larry Hogan. “He’s very enthusiastic,” Alexis Hill, a federal worker who resides in Bowie, said of Jealous after seeing him for the first time in person last week. “He’s different because he has never held an elected office.” The state Democratic Party announced Aug. 29 it has $1.6 million cash on hand with at least a dozen campaign offices statewide. Jealous said another eight are slated to open in the next several weeks. Party officials reiterated that $500,000 more cash is on hand plement any of the recommendations. It’s estimated to cost at least $2 billion to boost the state’s education system. “We will tell the politicians, ‘We got your back, just do the right thing,’” Thornton said after the press conference. “If not, we have to make sure we are out in full force.” WI

than was available about the same timeframe in 2014 when Brown unsuccessfully ran against Hogan. However, the state’s Republican Party released a memo last week to illustrate it made more than 140,000 voter contacts in the last 30 days. In addition, the GOP has 25 field offices in a state where Democrats outnumber Republicans by a 2-to-1 ratio. It also helps that Hogan and Lt. Gov. Boyd Rutherford has $9.4 million still available, compared to $386,000 for Jealous and running mate Susan Turnbull. Although both Hogan and Jealous received out-of-state financial support, Hogan garnered more from Marylanders, according to campaign finance reports filed last week, with money donated between June 11 and Aug. 21. The major contributors for Hogan include a combined total of $15,875 from Ted Lerner, owner of the Washington Nationals, his wife, Annette, and their son, Mark. Several contributions of $6,000, the highest amount a candidate can receive, came from Anne Arundel County Executive Steve Schuh; Thomas Bozzuto, chairman and founder of the Greenbelt-based Bozzuto Group real estate firm; and Jessica Bronfein, whose husband, Michael Bronfein, who oversees a medi-

5 Maryland Democratic gubernatorial nominee Ben Jealous speaks at the grand opening of the party’s state campaign headquarters in Largo on Aug. 30. /Photo by William J. Ford

cal cannabis company. The couple chose to donate to Hogan although they have supported prominent state Democrats in the past. As for Jealous, he plans to pick up some major support from Maryland Together We Rise, an independent super PAC comprised of organizations from the state and country. It reports having nearly $380,000 cash on hand. Those who contributed to Jealous for this campaign cycle are Rep. Elijah Cummings (D-Maryland) at $6,000; former Democratic gubernatorial oppo-

nent and Baltimore attorney Jim Shea’s campaign committee at $6,000; and $3,000 from Elizabeth Bagley, former ambassador to Portugal during the Clinton administration. Maryland Democratic leaders stressed that money helps, but doesn’t guarantee a victory. “This is the year of the people,” Jealous said. “This is the year voters are standing up and saying, ‘We’re going to go where our hope is.’ We’re running a positive campaign to inspire voter turnout. That’s how I won the primary and that’s how we’re going to win this general [election].” WI

Seventy-Nine and Still Sassy!

Rose Brown and Daughter Shelondus Hale

… is what her family and friends say about Prince George’s County senior resident Rose Brown of Upper Marlboro, Maryland, who celebrated her 79th birthday on Thursday, August 23rd. Ms. Rose, as many affectionately call her, was a nurse for 34 years and is originally from Dallas, Texas. She has lived in Prince George’s County for the last six years and regularly attends activities at the Glen Arden Senior Center where Ms. Barbara Brooks is the Director. Ms. Rose’s family and friends helped her celebrate her 79th birthday with lots of laughter, songs, poetry reading, and games, including Q&A “How Well Do You Know Rose?” When asked how she keeps such a positive, cheerful attitude, her response was “You have only one life to live; make the best of it and be thankful to God for who you are and what you have.” At the end of the birthday celebration one of her friends made the comment “she is a rose among roses.” Happy Birthday Rose and we wish you many, many happy returns!

Director Barbara Brooks, and other members of the Glen Arden Senior Center celebrate Rose Brown’s 79th birthday.

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BUSINESS Ten Purchases You Should Not Make With a Credit Card WI Staff Report Many credit cards offer a slew of incentives to consumers who use them — from cash-back and other rewards to zero liability in case of fraud. But credit cards are not always your best form of payment, especially if you aren’t great with debt. In many cases, you are better off keeping the plastic tucked away. For some readers, this advice comes too late. If you already are facing a mountain of debt, remember that it’s never too late to get help, such as through credit counseling from a

reputable professional. As Money Talks News founder Stacy Johnson writes, the worst mistake you can make is letting fear and anxiety cause you to freeze like a deer in the headlights. But regardless of whether you already have stellar credit, are in need of credit restoration or fall somewhere in between, you will benefit from knowing when not to pay with a credit card. Here are 10 such purchases: 1. Household bills If you are already cutting it close for the month with your income and

expenses, you may be tempted to use plastic to pay the utility, cellphone or cable bill. But if you’re not paying off your full balance each month, the interest you will be charged makes those monthly bills even more expensive.

4. Retail therapy Think a new purchase will cheer you up? Perhaps. But remember that cash is king if you choose this mode of “therapy.” Use cash, and you won’t let your credit card balance spiral out of control.

2. Cars Car dealers may not allow credit card purchases, or they may limit the amount of the purchase price you can put on your card. Like plenty of other merchants, some dealers don’t like credit card payments because they have to pay a fee to process the transaction. If you can’t pay for the vehicle outright, go to a credit union or bank to get financing approved at a reasonable interest rate before shopping for a car.

5. Medical bills If you use a medical credit card available through your health care provider’s office to pay bills, be careful to read the fine print about your obligations, particularly those regarding how and when interest is charged.

3. Student loans If you can’t afford to pay your federal student loans, you have options. They may include an income-based repayment plan, deferment and possibly loan forgiveness. Paying your student loan debt with a credit card increases the amount of interest you’re paying on the debt. Even if you have a zero-percent introductory credit card offer, it will expire in time. Additionally, not all student loan servicers allow this form of payment.

6. A night on the town Handing your credit card to an unscrupulous waitperson equipped with a skimming device isn’t your only worry. If you’re out on the town throwing back drinks, it’s easy to run up a tab you can’t afford. So when painting the town, it’s best to pay with cash. 7. Big-ticket items you can’t pay off immediately Your credit card is not an ATM and should not be used as one. There are real benefits, however, to transferring high-interest credit card debt to a new card with a generous zero-percent balance transfer offer. Just be aware of any balance-transfer fees, and find out how long the offer lasts. 8. Credit card payments You technically can’t charge your monthly credit card payment on another credit card. But perhaps you’ve been tempted to use a cash advance from a credit card to bolster your checking account so that you can pay other bills. You’ll generally pay a cash advance fee and likely a higher interest rate on the amount of cash advanced. Also, you won’t get a grace period on the interest like you usually do with

credit card purchases. Interest will begin to accumulate right away. 9. ‘Sale’ items Convinced that you might miss out on savings if you don’t immediately purchase a specific item that’s on sale? That’s one of the warning signs of an impulse purchase. Wait a day and think about whether you really need the item. Nine times out of 10, the answer will be “no.” And you aren’t saving money by spending it on something you don’t need. 10. Unsecured online purchases When shopping online, make sure the web address starts with “https” rather than “http.” If it doesn’t, that’s your cue to take your online shopping elsewhere. In fact, do your homework before purchasing anything online to make sure a company is reputable and not the source of many consumer complaints. Source: Money Talks News WI

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UPS to Test New Electric Vehicle road to test how it handles routes in and around Los Angeles.” Rose said UPS continues to work with a range of companies to test and deploy promising alternative fuel and advanced technology vehicles that will help meet its sustainability goals. “Electric vehicles, and the charging infrastructure needed to support them, play a critical role in UPS’s vision for its fleet of the future,” the company said in a statement. For six months, UPS will test the medium-duty electric delivery truck as part of its fleet. Testing will include off-road evaluation to address durability, battery capacity, technical integration, engineering and any items found during onroad testing. Depending on the success of the deployment, UPS said they may make additional purchases of the electric vehicle. The company plans to expand its use of electric vehicles, working with manufacturers ARRIVAL,

By Sarafina Wright WI Contributing Writer UPS recently announced it is developing and testing a fully-electric class 6 delivery truck in Los Angeles. The package delivery company began collaborating in late July with Thor Trucks, Inc., on the vehicle, which is expected to be ready for deployment later this year. The electric delivery truck will have a driving range of approximately 100 miles, powered by a Thor-designed and built battery that will be lightweight, durable and allow long-range driving distances, according to UPS. “UPS believes in the future of commercial electric vehicles,” said Carlton Rose, president of global fleet maintenance and engineering. “We want to support the research needed to make advances and the companies developing those innovative products. Performance is critical in our fleet. We are excited to get this vehicle on the

Daimler, Tesla, Thor, Workhorse and others. Using its “Rolling Laboratory” approach, UPS deploys about 9,300 low-emission vehicles to determine which technology works best in each route configuration. This includes all-electric, hybrid electric, hydraulic hybrid, ethanol, compressed natural gas (CNG), liquefied natural gas (LNG) and propane. “We’re excited about working with a forward-thinking company like UPS, particularly as our first collaboration,” said Dakota Semler, co-founder and CEO of Thor Trucks. “UPS is committed to sustainability and operates one of the most well-respected and complex fleets in the country. This is also an incredibly valuable opportunity to gain insight into what it will take to fulfill our mission of getting entire electric fleets on the road.” WI

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NATIONAL ‘The Queen’s’ Eulogy: Tactful Testimony or Tasteless Tirade? Criticism Continues Following Rev. Jasper William’ Remarks By D. Kevin McNeir WI Editor @dkevinmcneir The family of the late Aretha Franklin has recently added its disgruntlement to a surging wave of critical remarks from fans and supporters alike, describing the comments of the eulogist, the Rev. Jasper Williams, Jr., as “offensive and distasteful.” Williams, 75, a longtime friend of the family and pastor emeritus of Salem Bible Church in Atlanta, previously delivered the eulogy for several members of the clan, including Aretha’s father, the Rev. C.L. Franklin, who died in 1984, as well as her brother and sister. However, a statement issued to Reuters provided by the family expressed discontent as to the focus of Williams’ eulogy on Friday, Aug. 29 in Detroit which provided little comfort to mourners but stated volumes on social issues he says still plague the Black community. The statement went on, accusing him of using the

pulpit to “push his negative agenda” – one with which Franklin’s family “does not agree.” “Rev. Jasper Williams spent more than 50 minutes speaking and at no time did he properly eulogize her [Aretha Franklin],” Franklin’s nephew, Vaughn Franklin, said in a statement issued on behalf of the family Monday. “My aunt did not ask [him] to eulogize her before she passed away because dying is a topic that she never discussed with anyone,” Franklin added, countering Williams’ assertion that he had been asked by the entertainer well before her death because she “trusted me to speak.” Williams addressed mounting criticism during a press conference on Sunday, Aug. 2, standing firm on his more contested opinions rendered during the eulogy, including his view that “Black America has lost its soul and needs to return to God.” But it would be his attack on today’s Black family, particularly his belief in the inability of single mothers

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Reactions to Williams’ eulogy have taken a wide range and include the following: Barbara Arnwine, founder, Transformative Justice Coalition: “Correction Rev. Williams. Black mothers have been raising Black boys for years. We’re still raising proud, accomplished and aware Black men. I should have known. This eulogy was the ranting of a confused Black conservative.” Rep. Chaz Beasley, NC House District 92: “No disrespect to Jasper Williams but my single mother raised me to be a man pretty well.” Bill Madden, Baltimore-based activist: “A Black woman cannot raise a Black boy to become a man? Who invited this Trump-loving, misogynistic [expletive deleted] from a bygone era?” Sylvia K. Alston, producer, Sirius XM: “Jasper Williams was a disaster. Misogynistic, exposing, said Black lives don’t matter, referred to us all as zombies with lost souls. Shameful.” Michael Twitty, author, The Cooking Gene: A journey through African American Culinary History in the Old South: “Dear Jasper Williams, I am a Black man who was raised predominantly by a Black woman. I have never slaughtered my people and never will. I own my own business. I’m one of very few African Americans with a James Beard

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Award; I have two. I’m gay and a productive citizen. Bless your heart.” Dr. Greg Carr, chair, Howard University Department of Afro American Studies: “A Jasper Williams radio sermon/LPs# I heard as a kid on Nashville’s #WLAC was his Bible verse-based ‘I fell in love with a prostitute.’ He went left yesterday but not really outside his doctrine. What does an honest and informed critique look like today?”

been outstanding individuals to deliver her eulogy including Dr. William J. Barber, Rev. Al Sharpton, Dr. Michael Eric Dyson, Rev. James Holley and Pastor E.L. Branch,” he said, perhaps referring to three who spoke during the funeral: Barber, Sharpton and Dyson. Barber, who will deliver the keynote address at the Phoenix Awards Sept. 15 during the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s 48th Annual Legislative Conference, described Aretha Franklin as one who “specialized in singing that moved the soul.” “When she sang, she lifted the downtrodden as her voice moved with our tears,” he said during his remarks given during the funeral. “A certain sacredness was always present, whether she was singing gospel or pop, because she was singing about the experiences of a people who had to cry in order not to die,” Barber said. Sharpton, known for his unique ability to tell moving stories, shared the lesson he learned during his mother’s final moments, using it to express his message to his cherished friend, Aretha Franklin. “My mother told me I’d never have any trouble recognizing her when I joined her in heaven because she would be standing at the exchange counter,” he said. “That’s where you drop off your cross and pick up your crown. Aretha had her own cross to bear. She often sang with a broken heart, worked without pay and faced the challenges of being a Black woman in a white man’s world.” “But Aretha, you fought a good fight! I’ll see you one day at the exchange counter,” Sharpton concluded. WI Contributing Writer Sarafina Wright contributed to this article. WI

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As for other ministers from among the Black Church who could have more adequately served as the eulogist, a word whose meaning can be traced back to the Greek New Testament meaning a person who “speaks a good word about one who has died,” Franklin’s nephew did not mince words. “There were several people that my aunt admired who would have

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Wells Fargo’s offenses spanning from September 2016 to April 2018 that resulted in changes in leadership and hefty fines. In 2016, federal regulators revealed that Wells Fargo employees secretly created millions of unauthorized bank and credit card accounts without their customers’ knowledge. The bank was assessed a $185 million fine. In July 2017, Wells Fargo admitted it charged at least 570,000 customers for auto insurance they did not need. The company said an internal review found about 20,000 customers may have defaulted on their car loans for related reasons. “A billion dollars was too little of a fine for Wells Fargo, [which] is a trillion-dollar company,” Evans said. They have been stealing since 1852. We will not accept their apology. Boycott! Boycott! Boycott!” The NBCI has 60 public actions planned against Wells Fargo

and is gearing up to go after the Hilton corporation for “intentionally misleading the public when they add on costly items like the internet even when Honors members are promised the internet for free.” “These kinds of add-ons are usually missed when the guest checks in. This is why we are launching a nationwide boycott,” Evans said. “Our first action against the Hilton corporation was in Washington, D.C., at the Capital Hilton on 16th and K streets. We planned some 100 additional public campaigns over the next two years because Hilton refuses to acknowledge these add-ons as unauthorized. NBCI will be working with Consumer Protection Agencies on state and private levels across the country.” Earlier this year NBCI filed a complaint against Hilton with the state of New York. They will meet with the 23 major African American denominations at the

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ent. • Take care of your body o Exercise regularly to help improve your mood and lower stress o Eat nutritious meals and drink plenty of water o Get enough sleep: experts recommend seven to eight hours of sleep each night, though each person has their own sleep needs. When you get enough sleep, you can think more clearly and have quicker reflexes. • Laugh. Laughter can help with anxiety and improve your mood. - Laughter stimulates your heart, lungs, and muscles, and releases endorphins that can help fight stress and even pain - It helps you connect with others • Nurture a healthy worklife balance - Set realistic goals and honor work-life boundaries. Balance in life is an important part of wellness. Focus on priorities and set reasonable standards for yourself and others. Take breaks. Even 10 minutes of “personal time” at work can lighten your outlook. Try taking a walk, calling a friend, or sitting quietly, eyes closed, focusing on your breathing.

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HEALTH Pain Awareness Month Collides with Opioid Epidemic By Stacy M. Brown WI Senior Writer Chronic pain comes in many shades. The descriptions alone can be colorful — throbbing, shooting, aching, burning, freezing, and so many more, according to the U.S. Pain Foundation, which connects and advocates for those living with chronic

conditions that cause pain. With September designated as National Pain Awareness Month, the foundation and others note that patients rarely describe their pain by using only one of those vivid explanations. Just as there are innumerable ways to describe pain, there are countless conditions that can cause or contribute to chronic pain, experts said.

“When people live with chronic, ongoing pain, it’s a situation that begs for acknowledgment, sympathy, empathy and most of all, relief,” said Cassandra Daniels, a registered nurse. “There are literally tens of thousands, if not millions, of people who live with some form of pain.” In honor of Pain Awareness Month, the U.S. Pain Foundation plans to host several events and activities they hope will bring together individuals with pain and create more understanding about the challenges those people face. #PainWarriorsUnite has become the theme for the 2018 campaign, officials said. “Nearly everyone will experience chronic pain at some point in their lives,” Nicole Hemmenway, the interim CEO of the Pain Foundation, said in a release. “Yet the issue of pain remains at best, overlooked, and at worst, stigmatized by the general public. To fight for better care and resources for people with pain, we need to work together across various health conditions.” This year, U.S. Pain’s initiative includes a series of online educational events, a daily fact about chronic pain created in collaboration with a different patient or health advocacy group, a monthlong social media challenge featuring special giveaways and the launch of a new blog about pain management and support. It also includes an infographic highlighting key statistics about chronic pain; and an INvisible Project edition highlighting the stories of staffers who live with pain or are a caregiver for someone with pain. U.S. Pain’s efforts also include its annual Light Up the Landmarks campaign, which has more than 70 landmarks or buildings set to light up in blue; Beautify in Blue, which decorates public spaces with blue signage; and its proclamations push, in which volunteers have collected proclamations from more than 15 states and 50 municipalities designating September as Pain Awareness Month. Meanwhile, others remain con-

5 Though chronic pain can be debilitating for some, the nation’s ongoing opioid crisis has made physicians reluctant to issue certain medications. /Courtesy of National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute

cerned that those suffering from chronic pain could be adversely affected as the nation continues to endure an opioid crisis. In a lengthy question-and-answer session posted on the Mayo Clinic’s website, Dr. Tracey E. Harrison, pediatric anesthesiologist at Mayo Clinic’s campus in Rochester, Minnesota, was asked to characterize the state of the opioid crisis in the U.S. “I think that even given the opioid issues we are having right now, it’s still very important to appropriately and adequately address acute pain resulting from trauma,” said Harrison, who specializes in acute pain management, chronic pain rehabilitation, and hospice and palliative care. “That may be with opioids and multimodal analgesia,” Harrison said. “I think paying attention to the injury mechanism’s severity and treating the pain adequately, appropriately and having good expectations is important at the outset.” Physicians need to explain to patients — and understand as providers — that appropriately managed pain does not mean zero pain, Harrison said. “Patients and their providers often have fear when pain does not resolve as quickly as expected,” she said. “We need to communicate it may be very normal and assure the patient any ongoing reason for pain has been

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The story of Audrey Robinson Jones and her husband, Dr. Larry Jones, might at first catch some off guard. Successful, smart and engaged in their community, many might not realize that both cope regularly with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD. Married for more than 45 years, the couple has written the book, “Falling Through the Ceiling: Our ADHD Family Memoir,” in which the publishers said the pair and their three sons demystify ADHD in childhood and beyond. The book has earned acclaimed as a blend of love, humor and real-life irony that makes sense of the nonsensical, shedding light on the challenges of living with the disorder. “We want our readers to recognize defiant, daring behavior leading to failures, including sexual acting out, running away from home and inviting danger,” Audrey Jones told Black Pearls magazine. “We want them to find the resources necessary to support your children in growing through ADHD to unlock their exceptional personal gifts. Get out of the way of progress to do everything to make your family whole and healthy, even admitting when you’re wrong. “Nurture their children to become independent adults with clear and realistic goals, along with the solid approaches to achieving them,” she said. Her husband agreed. “We want parents to understand that they are not alone and that there is help available, and how to find that appropriate help,” he said. In 2017, the National Institutes of Health examined racial and ethnic disparities in ADHD diagnoses and medication use, attempting to determine whether such disparities were more likely due to underdiagnosis and undertreatment of African-American and Latino children, or overdiagnosis and overtreatment and White children. “Across all waves, African-American and Latino children, compared with White children, had lower odds of having an ADHD diagnosis and of taking ADHD medication, controlling for socio-demographics, ADHD symptoms and other potential comorbid mental health symptoms,” the report findings read. Among children with an ADHD diagnosis or symptoms, African-American children had lower odds of medication use at fifth, sev-

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enth, and 10th grades, and Latino children had lower odds at fifth and 10th grades. Among children who had neither ADHD symptoms nor ADHD diagnosis by fifth grade (and thus would not likely meet ADHD diagnostic criteria at any age), medication use did not vary by race/ethnicity in adjusted analysis. “Racial/ethnic disparities in parent-reported medication use for ADHD are robust, persisting from fifth grade to 10th grade,” the report said. “These findings suggest that disparities may be more likely related to underdiagnosis and undertreatment of African-American and Latino children as opposed to overdiagnosis or overtreatment of White children.” ADHD diagnoses have been increasing in the United States. Parent-reported rates of ever receiving a diagnosis for children ages 4 to 17 increased from 7.8 percent in 2003 to 11.0 percent in 2011, and rates of ADHD medication use increased from 4.8 percent in 2007 to 6.1 percent in 2011. Studies also describe racial and ethnic disparities in diagnoses and medical treatment of ADHD, indicating that African-American and Latino children may have lower rates of receiving a diagnosis and medication compared to White children. For the Joneses, who are African-American, coping with ADHD has been a family affair. Audrey Robinson Jones left Kansas to attend Wellesley College, graduating in 1972 with her degree in anthropology/sociology, planning to be a social worker. Instead, she worked in health care administration for almost 30 years with her husband, including run-

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ning his multi-office pediatric practice for 24 years. She also earned master’s degrees in health care administration and business, according to her biography. Audrey became managing partner of an airport concessions company and purchased two business franchises with her sons. At the same time, she and her husband built a loving home with three sons. As life unfolded, her sons and husband were diagnosed with ADHD. Managing businesses and four ADHD males took its toll on her health. In 2008, she was stricken with a nearly fatal autoimmune disease. Recovering and retired, Audrey remains a vital force, including participating with her husband in several international health missions trips. Dr. Jones grew up in the 1950s with an overprotective mother and grandmother in a poor section of Memphis, Tenn., and his childhood was greatly affected by the village of educators and church folks who recognized his intellect. That village propelled him to Wesleyan University, Johns Hopkins University and The Johns Hopkins School of Medicine. Unfortunately, he lost his mother to cancer before his 20th birthday, but his path was set. Jones said he began to notice how much time he required to maintain his college GPA as he prepared for medical school. Keeping his eye on the prize, he persevered, never considering that he would later be diagnosed with ADHD. For at least 20 years of his career as a pediatrician and parent, he did not link his children’s symptoms and signs of ADHD to himself. While being an effective and popular clinician, he lived in denial about his own diagnosis, he said. As current departmental medical director for the SSM Health system, Jones continues to pursue community projects, including facilitating a STEM program with elementary school students in Ferguson, Missouri. He said he’s doing it all as he continues to receive treatment. “The journey has been so fulfilling because the exchanges with other parents made this story’s value clear,” Audrey Jones said. “We have an opportunity to encourage, strengthen and support families through the process of getting to the diagnosis of ADHD. We understand the emotional turmoil that families endure and their ongoing struggles to steer their gifted offspring to resilience.” “Falling Through the Ceiling” is available at amazon.com. WI

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EDUCATION Parents, Community Weigh in on Chancellor Selection By Sam P.K. Collins WI Contributing Writer @SamPKCollins

A school leadership committee comprised of teachers, principals, parents and civic leaders will help D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser choose the next schools chancellor, but not without input gathered from parents and other residents at three community engagement forums throughout August and September. For Allyson Brown, a 34-year-old mother of a DCPS student and participant in one recent forum, how much Bowser and the committee will actually consider residents’ viewpoints remains an area of concern.

Two years ago, Brown attended a forum that took place before Antwan Wilson’s selection as chancellor, a process the Washington Teachers’ Union said lacked transparency. “I can’t say that I have full faith that this will influence the choice for DCPS chancellor,” Brown, one of more than 40 community members who converged on Savoy Elementary School in Southeast late last month, said as she cradled her 4-month-old baby. “I just want every school to be excellent.” Throughout much of the meeting, Brown spoke to women at her table about what she described as the lack of school equity. later telling The Informer that the school lottery

wouldn’t suffice for parents who want high-quality schools in their neighborhood. “We need investment in every single school and I want someone who will fight for DCPS,” Brown said. “How much will [this forum] move the mayor to pick a staunch advocate for neighborhood schools, as opposed to someone who thinks we need to offer a better product?” The Aug. 28 meeting in Savoy’s spacious gymnasium followed a similar gathering at Cardozo Education Campus in Northwest two weeks earlier. Community members will weigh in again Sept. 11 at Brookland Middle School in Northeast. The Executive Office of the Mayor will compile and share the findings from the three forums, which Bowser said would inform the chancellor decision. In late June, she announced the start of the chancellor selection process, naming Charlene Drew Jarvis, University of the District of Columbia trustee board member and former Ward 4 council member, and Sylvia Mathews Burwell, president of American University in Northwest, as search committee co-chairs. Committee members include a high school principal, four parents, one student and Elizabeth Davis, president of the Washington Teach-

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ers’ Union, among other partners. The group receives support from the D.C. Mayor’s Office of Talent and Appointments. The most recent 90-minute forum included an icebreaker, introductory remarks from Ahnna Smith, interim deputy mayor for education, and a period during which participants, broken into small groups at more than a dozen tables, conversed with forum organizers and recapped points discussed. “We’ve seen continued and sustained improvements but it’s not enough. The chancellor is driving the mission, from operation [of the schools] to the pedagogical direction,” Smith, key facilitator of the Tuesday evening activities, told residents before they broke into groups for the discussion portion of the forum. “We’re looking for all of the skills that are needed for a chancellor to be successful,” she added. “We also want transparency, accountability and focus on equity. I want to make sure we’re thinking about what this individual is doing, and that we’re focused on this job.” Among the forum participants and even DCPS students in attendance, the priorities of chancellor counted as a major topic of discussion. Robert Blandford, 71, a lifelong D.C. resident and DCPS grandparent of two, stressed the need for strong leadership and brutal honesty about the collective academic progress of DCPS students, particularly those who are Black. He spent much

of the evening imparting his knowledge of education policy and D.C. history. “The PARCC scores aren’t going anywhere — D.C. spins and plays with figures and we’re still at the bottom,” said Blandford, 71, highlighting an erosion of public trust that discourages civic engagement. “The community doesn’t come to the meetings because it’s a done deal [and] the officials choose outsiders. We don’t vet people; the way they try to run the school system here is incorrect. There have been opportunities where people could have really looked at the problem in D.C., and admit they didn’t know what they’re doing.” DaSean Jackson, an Anacostia High School alumnus and father of two DCPS students, attended on behalf of Parents Amplifying Voices in Education, an organization founded in 2016 that centers parents and children’s voices in the shaping of education policy. The 45-year-old Ward 7 resident said his children’s education should be on par with other school systems. “My concerns are that my children are treated fairly and get a good education,” he said. “They’re close to getting that and as long as I’m active, we’ll get closer.” Jackson stressed that the future chancellor and other DCPS administrators should have a strong familiarity with the communities they touch. “I was brought up in DCPS; to

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EDUCATION Millennials Breaking from Organized Religion By Sam P.K. Collins WI Contributing Writer @SamPKCollins

African-American millennials, arguably among the most educated and credentialed in their families, are more spiritually grounded than their counterparts of other races, but less beholden to the church body than previous generations, data from the Pew Research Center shows. This significant deviation from conventional religion has become a topic of concern in recent years. A spirited discussion at an epicenter of African-American history and culture on the West Coast during the latter part of last month allowed a collective of millennials, representing Black people born between 1981 and 1996, to contextualize their contemporaries’ mass exodus from the church pews, providing insight about the conditions that compelled their exploration of other means of worship. “There’s something inherently ungodly about a doctrine that tells me I can’t experience joy and pleasure, and I have to wait until I’m

chosen by someone who’s going to be trifling,” writer and theologian Candice Benbow told audience members at the California African American Museum (CAAM) in Los Angeles during an Aug. 24 panel discussion hosted as part of the “gOD Talk: A Black Millennials and Faith Conversation Series.” Benbow, a self-described womanist of the Baptist faith who said she’s breaking out of the confines of the Christian denomination, counted among the members of a small group who conversed with Teddy R. Reeves, museum specialist of religion at CAAM. Other panelists included Besheer Mohamed, senior researcher at Pew Research Center, Tyree Boyd-Pates, CAAM’s history curator, and Rev. Michael J.T. Fisher, a pastor, recording artist and radio host, each of whom spoke at length about the educational and cultural factors involved in the schism between youth and organized religion. During the first half of the 90-minute program, themed “Faith in Context,” Benbow explained how her spiritual evolution, which in-

volved a return to her African roots and fellowshipping with her friends outside of church, manifested out of her matriarchs’ marginalization in religious institutions and society at large. “As Black women navigating this world, we try to do it happily,” Benbow said in response to an inquiry about the intersection of sexuality and gender in the church. “We have to be very strategic. If a brother asks us for our name and number and we don’t want to give it, we don’t know if we’ll come out of that exchange alive. There are other issues that beat us down and you tell me that I can’t experience intimacy that’ll remind me I’m human and worthy of love.” The flight of millennials from the church, researchers contend, has happened amid a cultural and political shift in the past decade that has clashed with what’s considered the patriarchal, scripture-centered dogma of organized religions. As various secular schools of thought enter the mainstream, young people, frustrated by their church families’ unwillingness to answer questions about the origins

of conservative church doctrine, have sought other means of the spiritual expression. As data from the Pew Research Center, a sponsor of “gOD Talk: A Black Millennials and Faith Conversation Series” in conjunction with the National Museum of African American History and Culture in Northwest, has highlighted, youth have increasingly designated themselves as “spiritual, but not religious,” and maintained routines they learned in the church, like praying, while depending on critical thought and research, not exclusively what elders told them, to shape their worldview. “We want to engage our parents about the faith, but they don’t seem to have answers,” Boyd-Pates told audience members. “When I was asked to stop critically thinking about aspects of my life and how they intersect with my faith I was dissatisfied. We can never shelve the critical mind we got with education. We’re not an ignorant generation. Give specific answers, and we’ll rock with you.” Fisher, pastor of Greater Zion Church Family and host on KJLH Radio, both in Compton, echoed

Boyd-Pates’ sentiments, saying that in the age of social media, young people have greater access to information and demand the same from the adults in their community. “You have a generation where everything is out in the open. We’re following celebrities that show everything about them,” Fisher told audience members. “The church will have to be really honest and transparent about gender and sexuality and how we got here. I wrestled with this whole notion in the Baptist Church that women couldn’t preach. I couldn’t digest that women couldn’t be used by God, especially when you look in the Bible and see women.” WI

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6th Annual Health & Wellness Back 2 School Festival On Saturday, August 18th hundreds of guests joined the Greater Washington Urban League at the 6th Annual Health & Wellness Back 2 School Festival for free health screenings, family-friendly fitness demonstrations, workshops, a healthy food tasting station, interactive games and a school supply giveaway!

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Advocacy Needed to Eradicate Sickle Cell Disease

September is National Sickle Cell Anemia Month. For more than 700,000 Americans living with the disease, this is not a time to celebrate. For them and their families, more help is needed to improve access to quality healthcare and to increase funding for more significant research and treatment advances. Sickle cell is a hereditary blood disorder primarily impacting people of African descent. It causes blockages along the walls of cells that either slow down or stop the flow of blood reducing the body’s oxygen level. When the “C” or sickle shape of red blood cells get stuck, it causes severe pain and infections, or even strokes, acute chest syndrome, organ damage and blindness. While those living with the disease have a life expectancy of 50 or 60 years, the damage the disease can cause to organs severely impacts the quality of life and can cause death during a “crisis.” Some policy advances have helped to bring greater awareness to the disease. In most states, including D.C., all newborns are tested for the SCD at birth since sickle cell anemia is an inherited disease. Still, greater education is needed to inform parents of the risks when both or either has sickle cell anemia or the sickle cell trait. Additionally, since pain medication is the only treatment available to sickle cell patients, far too many are being denied medication due to the opioid epidemic. Greater awareness and training are needed for medical personnel who too often misdiagnose an SCD patient’s needs when they show up in the emergency room with an acute crisis. A 2016 poll by the National Newspaper Publishers Association, Howard University and Pfizer showed that while African Americans have a significant awareness about the disease, in the case of sickle cell, they also had a positive response to the need for clinical trials, a feeling not often held for clinical trials overall. Still greater advocacy is required to encourage the Senate to pass The Sickle Cell Disease Research, Surveillance, Prevention and Treatment Act (S. 2465), sponsored by Senators Cory Booker (D-NJ) and Tim Scott (R-SC). A bill introduced in the House by Rep. Danny Davis D-Il) and Michael Burgess (R-TX) passed last March. When the Senate has received thousands of phone calls from sickle cell prevention advocates and others who want sickle cell disease eradicated, that’s when the celebration can begin. WI

Blacks Still Facing America’s Race-based Double Standards

One of the very first lessons that Black parents share with their children is one dealing with and helping them to recognize America’s propensity to employ double standards almost always for the benefit of whites. We tell them stories that have since become legends where Blacks have faced all kinds of injustice and undue scrutiny, no matter how much money they may have accumulated, how impressive their academic and intellectual pedigrees may be, how shiny their mantel of social status may appear – even the non-Black acquaintances with whom they may have once spent most of their time, falsely believing that they had “arrived” and could safely discard their Black skin, Black consciousness and ages-old limits forced upon us simply because we were or are Black. Jack Johnson and O.J. Simpson learned this the hard way just like Bill Cosby has in more recent years. Like countless others, they forgot the lessons their parents taught them, believing the hype instead. So, don’t be fooled by the propaganda or the intentionally-devised smoke screens all of which lead to one purpose: keeping Black America from recognizing fact from fiction and truth from lies. As the midterm elections draw near, we urge our community to keep their eyes on the prize, to register to vote, to do their own homework about each and every candidate and to refrain at all costs the tendency to accept the accusations, innuendoes and conclusions offered by those who have never had our best interests at heart. On the national scene, we see the double standards that allowed the recent presidential election to proceed without the normal level of intense scrutiny of the candidates. Now, as a young man from Miami, the current mayor of Tallahassee, stands at the precipice of becoming his state’s first Black governor, a rarely-discussed yearlong investigation by a grand jury concerning public corruption WWW.WASHINGTONINFORMER.COM

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McCain Deserves U.S. Respect

The latest Washington Informer I picked up was a really great issue. On the cover alone there was a story on John McCain, RFK Campus groundbreaking and a story about Andrew Gillum, who is close to becoming the state of Florida’s first Black governor. Wow! I had no idea who he was or what’s going on down in Florida, but way to shake things up! I love getting my news from The Washington Informer — good job! Gail Turner Washington, D.C.

I was glad to see that you guys covered Sen. John McCain’s passing with grace and dignity — after all, he was an American hero. The thing that I like about him is that although he has made some very bad mistakes or policy decisions, he has acknowledged his wrongs and has tried to make things right. Many people wonder why anyone cares about McCain, but he put his life on the line for this country and tried to do the right thing — that should be commended. Loretta Pinckney Alexandria, Va.

has suddenly become the topic of the day. Like Donald Trump, who has refused to dispel all rumors on a laundry list of concerns and tell U.S. citizens the unadulterated truth about any connections that may have been or continue to be maintained with associates, colleagues or contracted workers for hire who have since been charged with, admitted to and found guilty of breaking the law, Florida’s Democratic Party’s gubernatorial nominee, Mayor Andrew Gillum, now finds himself in a potentially similar conundrum. We cannot say if Gillum’s past or present connections to or friendship with one or more lobbyists who allegedly posed as real estate developers, some even presumed to be FBI agents who have since disappeared,

proves that he attempted to secure advantages, including wealth or prestige, through unethical or illegal means. We do not know if he may have gotten into bed with some bad folks, criminals, due to poor judgment rather than intention and has since been about diffusing the cloud ominously hanging over his head, his administration and his city. What we can say, however, is that in a country where double standards are as common as baseball and apple pie, Blacks are presumed guilty first – whites, instead enjoy the presumption of innocence, even if a bevy of convincing evidence and witnesses surround them. So, while we remain adamant in our desire for truth and justice, and in our belief that the truth will ultimately set us free, we cannot condone

potential witch hunts aimed at Blacks that have the potential to destroy reputations or derail political aspirations in which victory would be of more benefit to the dispossessed and marginalized in the alleviation of their suffering than to America’s privileged. Lest we forget, the District has already witnessed this kind of undertaking before. Just ask former D.C. Mayor Vincent C. Grey. We’re sure he’ll be able to provide you with greater perspective and clarity. Finally, what did Gillum’s Trump-endorsed, Republican opponent, Rep. Ron DeSantis, really have in mind when he said, immediately after the results of the primary race had been posted, that Florida’s voters would “monkey this up” if they elected Gillum for governor? WI

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OPINIONS/EDITORIALS Guest Columnist

By Rev. Jesse L. Jackson Sr.

NFL Owners’ Treatment of Kaepernick Disgraces League, Country Colin Kaepernick may yet get his day in court. Kaepernick is the talented former NFL quarterback who in 2016 began a protest against police brutality and institutionalized racial discrimination by kneeling during the playing of the national anthem. Other players joined the protests. Kaepernick wasn’t protesting the anthem or the

flag. He was calling on the country to live up to its principles. President Trump led the outcry against the protesters, slurring any player who takes a knee as a “son of a bitch.” The league owners panicked. One result was that Kaepernick — one of the most talented quarterbacks in a league that suffers a shortage of skilled players in that position — found himself locked out of a job. He couldn’t even get a tryout. He filed a grievance against the league and the 32 teams, calling

the action against him a violation of the league’s players contract, as well as an affront to free speech. An arbitrator handed down a decision Thursday to send Kaepernick’s grievance to trial and dismissed the owners’ motion for summary judgment, finding that Kaepernick had raised sufficient evidence that there was an express or implied agreement between the teams to keep him out of the league. The collusion is obvious. According to the Wall Street Journal,

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Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones stated in a sworn deposition that Trump instructed him to tell the owners that the president would continue to attack the league as long as the protests continued. “This is a very winning, strong issue for me,” Trump said, according to the deposition, brazenly admitting to the race-based poison politics that he practices with venom. It isn’t hard to realize that the owners, terrified that continued Trump attacks would damage their revenues,

decided to lock Kaepernick out as a warning to other players and, of course, they made a sacrificial offering to Trump. Kaepernick is being punished for expressing his beliefs. He stands in a long tradition of African-American champions who were punished for stepping out of line. Jack Johnson, the first African-American world heavyweight boxing champion, sparked race riots across the country

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By Marc H. Morial

The Lasting Legacy of the Queen of Soul

“Aretha helped define the American experience. In her voice, we could feel our history, all of it and in every shade — our power and our pain, our darkness and our light, our quest for redemption and our hard-won respect. She helped us feel more connected to each other, more hopeful, more human. And sometimes she helped us just forget about everything else and dance.” — Statement from President and Mrs. Obama on the death of Aretha Franklin, Aug. 16 If you could choose one artist to embody the African-American

experience of the 20th century, it would have to be the incomparable Miss Aretha Franklin. In exchange for her prodigious talent, the American audience gave Franklin 20 No. 1 R&B hits and 17 Top 10 Pop singles. She won 18 Grammy Awards and was awarded a Lifetime Achievement Award. She was the first women inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and was also awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the National Medal of Arts and the Kennedy Center Honors. And while Americans are well-known for their anti-aristocratic strain, she was universally crowned and internationally known and revered as the Queen of Soul.

But Franklin was more than the sum of awards she amassed over her six-decadeslong career. Her voice, sweeter than honey, became the soundtrack of a tumultuous time in American history when African Americans, women and other marginalized communities were fighting for equality and justice. Her music demanded R-E-S-P-E-C-T when far too little of it was being shown to women and people of color for far too long. The song, “Respect,” was a minor hit for Otis Redding. According to an autobiographer, once Franklin “deconstructed and reconstructed” it, this two-minute and 30-second song became her signature, forcing Redding to later admit, “The girl

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has taken that song from me.” Recorded on Valentine’s Day in 1967, what was originally Redding’s demand to an unfaithful lover transformed into a soul anthem for social justice. It was an anchor in the constant ebb and flow of achievements and setbacks — a touchstone that intersected any and all movements, bridging any perceived divides. Explaining why “Respect” resonated with so many seemingly disparate groups of people, Franklin wrote in her autobiography that, “It was the need of the nation, the need of the average man and woman in the street, the businessman, the mother, the fireman, the teacher — everyone wanted respect.”

Using her craft to create change was likely inherited. Aretha Louise Franklin was the daughter of Barbara Siggers Franklin, a celebrated gospel singer and pianist, and C.L. Franklin, a gifted pastor with a radio broadcast who was popularly known as “the man with the million-dollar voice.” She was raised by her father, a man who preached Black pride and befriended Martin Luther King Jr. The Franklin household was filled with two things: music and politics, and all these influences found their way into Franklin’s art and advocacy. Franklin was a familiar and comfortable with the movement for

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By Felicia M. Davis

EPA Rollbacks Will Hurt People of Color

President Trump visiting West Virginia to announce a major rollback in regulations limiting coalfired power plant emissions feels like being lost in a dark coal mine, reaching a fork in the tunnel with one direction pitch black and a bright light at the end of the other. The choice seems so obvious and yet the president of the United States of America intentionally heads into the darkness. At the turn of the millennium,

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we knew for a fact that the planet is warming and that greenhouse gases like carbon dioxide accelerate warming. We were aware of the human contribution and that limiting carbon emissions is the best way for humans to try to avoid catastrophic upheaval. It took much time and work to get the Clean Power Plan in place that eliminating it is just short of insane. The president’s announcement sent me back to our 2002 report “Air of Injustice: African Americans & Power Plant Pollution.” The collaboration brought Dr. Joseph Lowery and Dr. Yvonne Scruggs-Lefwich of

the Georgia Coalition for the Peoples’ Agenda and Black Leadership Forum, respectively, together with Martha Keating and Angela Ledford Anderson, formerly with the Clean Air Task Force and Clear the Air, to mobilize and educate the African-American community about the impact of power plant pollution on air quality, climate change and public health. We reported that coal-fired power plants are the largest industrial emitters of a list of pollutants, with negative health impacts such as increased asthma, lung disease, premature deaths and even increases in infec-

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tious disease. Long before Hurricane Katrina, we tried to sound the alarm connecting poverty, race, geography and even insurance status to climate impacts. Scientists tried to explain that while we can’t point to any single weather event as evidence of climate change, by the time the pattern is proven it will be too late. We’re like slowly boiling frogs unable to grasp the upheaval that climate change is already causing. We did a poor job of explaining what a global degree Celsius actually means, our hockey-stick graphs and bathtub analogies only worked for people who understand climate

science. People can’t seem to connect floods, drought, fires, hurricanes and extreme weather to climate change. We should have stressed the fact that there are only 10 global degrees of difference between today’s climate and the Ice Age. We need to break things down in terms everyday people can appreciate. Perhaps we should remind Americans about the days of the Dust Bowl or the water wars between ranchers and farmers featured in western movies. Looking back, the 10 Principles of Just Climate Policy developed by the

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By Austin R. Cooper Jr.

Make America Better Again

Along with other grateful Americans, I recently paid my respects to Sen. John McCain in the U.S. Capitol Rotunda. It was truly a moving experience to walk past his casket, draped in the American flag. McCain, only the 31st American to receive this honor, rested on the same black catafalque on which the remains of Abraham Lincoln, John F. Kennedy and Rosa Parks were once held. In the days preceding the funeral, President Donald Trump’s response

to the senator’s death was not what one would expect from any occupant of the Oval Office. Former first lady Michelle Obama once said, “When they go low, we go high.” Unfortunately, Trump has adopted a motto of, “I go lower because I was not taught, and therefore do not know, any better.” Forty-eight hours after the senator’s death, the White House finally issued an official statement. The president’s initial tweet was impersonal. For example, there was no mention of McCain’s years of public service as an elected official nor heroic sacrifice as a POW for close to six years.

Furthermore, it was painful to watch as Trump crossed his arms like a spoiled, petulant child and refused to acknowledge requests to comment on McCain’s passing in not one, but four press availabilities. To add insult to injury, he reversed himself and ordered the American flag over the White House from half-staff to full, even as it remained at half at the Capitol and other federal facilities. My father used to say, “Son, always be respectful of others because it will take you far in life.” Sadly, President Trump is an exception to this rule. Unwelcomed at the funeral, the president golfed instead. Among those in attendance were the three

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previous presidents and every major-party nominee for the past two decades. It was his second non-invite to a national funeral in less than six months. The Bush family did not invite him to the funeral of former first lady Barbara Bush. He was also not invited to the wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. For the first time in history, we have a president lacking in basic civility and humanity. America and the world are responding in kind. These facts are damning indictments of the Trump presidency. Prejudice will never be presidential. Even though he was not present,

the rebukes of Mr. Trump’s lack of character and apostleship of divisive politics — without even mentioning his name — could not have been more apparent. Even in death, Trumpism came under bipartisan attack, just as McCain had attacked it in life: Meghan McCain, the senator’s daughter: “We gather here to mourn the passing of American greatness — the real thing, not cheap rhetoric from men who will never near the sacrifice he gave so willingly, not the opportunistic appropriation of those who live lives of comfort and privi-

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By Bill Fletcher Jr.

Trump and South Africa

There are certain things about the Trump administration that never cease to amaze me. It is not just that they get their facts wrong. It is not just that they lie. What is striking is that when they get caught in a lie they either ignore the facts or they simply repeat the lie. So, it has been in connection with Trump’s allegations that there

are waves of attacks against White farmers in South Africa, and that the ANC-led government of South Africa is preparing to seize the land. Let’s stop for a moment and discuss the question of “seizure.” Beginning with the Dutch colonization of South Africa starting in the 17thcentury and furthered by the English introduction in the 18th century, there was the systematic seizure of land from the indigenous population. That’s why they call it colonization. A settler population planted itself in present-day

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South Africa and established, over time, European dominance. The indigenous — Black — population had no rights that the Europeans were bound to respect. What we know of as “apartheid,” or the systematic classification of different peoples according to alleged “racial” categories, and the all-round suppression of the Black majority, was not formalized until 1948 when the party of the Afrikaners (descendants of the Dutch colonists) took power. A new wave of land seizures and population displacements took

place almost immediately. The “land question,” then, has been one of the most hotly debated issues in South Africa. How should the ANC-led government repair the damage done by colonialism and apartheid? What about the Black farmers who were displaced? The initial approach was that of willing seller/willing buyer, much along the lines of what was initially attempted in Zimbabwe. Yet this experiment, undertaken since the ANC won power in 1994, has failed as a method of dealing

with the “land question” and the demand for what is, in effect, reparations. There have been growing mass demands for land redistribution. It is this that the current ANC government is debating. Should the laws be changed in order to bring about land redistribution? Has the time of patience been exhausted? Right-wing Whites in South Africa, and their allies in the USA, have regularly warned of a planned genocide against Whites in South

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Donald Trump, Schoolyard Bully With an Army

It’s easy for folks like me to believe the ugliest rumors we encounter about the current president of the United States. He is a known racist and an unreformed, narcissistic, xenophobic, sexual predator and schoolyard bully, and this is just from the public record. He shoves other presidents out of his way. He refers to other world leaders in the lowest, almost vulgar terms. He constantly bluffs, threatens and exaggerates, and at least

one-third of the U.S. population would follow him into a bear cave. He berates and undermines those who work for him. He quickly leaves former helpers out on a limb, and in return he is constantly betrayed and exposed by those who just cannot maintain loyalty to one so vile. The ordinary rules of decorum are simply ignored when it comes to folks when it comes to shaming Trump, and Trump’s tongue and his Twitter feed are the best allies for the forces aligned against him. For example, Trump reportedly told Bloomberg — in off-the-re-

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cord remarks — that publicly admitting his contempt for the Canadians trying to renegotiate the NAFTA trade deal with him would be “so insulting” that “they’re not going to be able to make a deal. … I can’t kill these people.” The Toronto Star’s Daniel Dale reported the boast, which the White House did not deny. Instead, in a Friday afternoon tweet, The Donald acknowledged that he issued an offthe-record comment to Bloomberg. Via Twitter, Trump said: “Wow, I made OFF THE RECORD COMMENTS to Bloomberg concerning Canada, and this powerful

understanding was BLATANTLY VIOLATED. Oh well, just more dishonest reporting. I am used to it. At least Canada knows where I stand!” True. Bloomberg leaked an off-the-record comment. Bad Bloomberg. But Trump said it! Well, at least Canada knows where he stands, which implies that the rest of us don’t know him. He’s a bully. He fashions himself as a “Bad Dude.” And he knows how to Get Things Done. He is the master of the Art of the Deal. Watch out. Hear Trump roar. A boxing promoter posted a ru-

mor about Trump I find very easy to believe. He said when he met the guy 30 years ago, working on a “deal,” he was brought into the circle of Trump associates, business partners and senior staff. Some of the staff members confessed to him that Trump would seduce the wives of his business associates in order to have an advantage over them. He would secretly record the men boasting of their extramarital sexual conquests, then play the recordings for their wives in order to gain their confidence for his own conquest.

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LIFESTYLE ‘Mr. Woo-Woo-Woo’ Delivers Wow-WowWow Performance

From LTD’s Best to Solo Hits, Jeffrey Osborne Keeps Party Going By D. Kevin McNeir WI Editor @dkevinmcneir While speaking a few months ago with Jeffrey Osborne, the former lead singer of LTD, about his favorite memories from a successful career that has spanned some 40 years (see feature articles in the April 25 and May 23 edi-

tions of the Informer), the drummer turned superstar soloist was more eager to discuss the May release of new and original material featured on his CD “Worth It All” (Artistry Music), ending a lengthy absence away from the recording studio and the excitement he felt as he prepared to go back on tour – even inviting me

to attend his upcoming Labor Day weekend show in the DMV as his guest. Like any tried and true fan of “J.O.” (Jeffrey Osborne for the less informed), I can easily sing by memory the words and riffs that stand at the top of Osborne’s songbook whenever they’re featured on a karaoke machine, the radio or any of my electronic gadgets. In fact, I’ve been known to take a swing a Capella when enjoying the privacy of a nice, hot shower. Still, I could not have anticipated the spectacular, almost two-hour performance that Osborne, now 70, would deliver when we met up again on Saturday, Sept. 1 at the Birchmere in Arlington – the first of his twonight, sold-out show. From the start, you knew Osborne had come ready for action, leaving the stage to join his awaiting fans as they stood clapping and singing shortly after the first downbeat sounded for his initial selection, the LTD classic “Stranger.” From there, the singer continued with songs like “Eenie Meenie,” “Only Human,” and “We Party Hearty,” accom-

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panied by a well-tuned five-piece band and two backup singers. But it was clearly Osborne whose energy, enthusiasm, consistent connection to his audience and well-honed and formidable vocal skills fueled the bonfire. Almost 20 years have passed since I’ve seen Osborne in concert, yet “Mr. Woo Woo Woo” sounded remarkably close to the way I remember him back in the day. “I’m not one who does a lot of the new stuff,” he said during a brief interlude. “I prefer reaching back for the old songs – the songs you all know. The thing is, I have to reach back because just about all the stuff I do is old.” Osborne took time to honor the lives and legacies of Aretha Franklin and Sen. John McCain – two “classy Americans,” in a poignant segment before treating fans to the single from his new CD, “Worth it All,” a love song whose message seemed to be keenly felt by the performer. During his journey down memory lane, he belted out with perfection a litany of tunes in a voice that often seemed dwarfed by the rousing audience who had little trouble matching him word for word from “Holding On (When Love is Gone)” and “Don’t You Get So Mad” to the George Duke-produced “On the Wings of Love” and the song he says remains his most requested, “Love Ballad.” “You won’t believe how many people have come up to me and said they have a son or daughter who was conceived while ‘Love Ballad’ played in the background,” he said with a laugh. “I suppose that’s a good thing.” Osborne then launched into

songs from the 70s, the decade during which he first joined LTD and an era that he said has always been his favorite in the history of contemporary music. “Those were the days of quality music, stellar harmonies and self-contained bands with folks like the Commodores, Confunkshun, Earth, Wind and Fire, Aretha Franklin, Stevie Wonder and the O’Jays who gave you the real deal from way down in their souls.” He gave us an all-too-brief tease of Duke’s 1978 hit, “Dukey Stick,” taking the audience to yet another high-leveled pitch – something that he does during every performance, he noted, as a means of honoring the late songwriter who produced all of Osborne’s top tunes from his solo career. Osborne continued his show amidst the increasing screams of a thoroughly-satisfied audience by returning to the LTD favorites “Concentrate on You,” “We Both Deserve Each Other’s Love” and “Where Did We Go Wrong,” before entering the homestretch with “You Should Be Mine (The Woo Woo Song)” and a song essential for every shin-dig or hullabaloo held during the 70s, “(Every Time I Turn Around) Back in Love Again.” The next time someone tells you “age is nothing but a number,” you’d be wise to accept their statement as the “gospel,” particularly if used in context with Providence-native and the youngest in a family of 11 other siblings, Jeffrey Linton Osborne – an accomplished professional who continues to epitomize what it means to be a “entertainer.” I hope you were there. WI

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Sept. 15 Triple-header to also Kickoff Amateur Sports Initiative

By D. Kevin McNeir WI Editor @dkevinmcneir The Events DC Kickoff Classic, a high school football triple-header featuring some of the District’s top teams, will launch an inaugural showdown of epic proportions with Dunbar, The Maret School, Woodrow Wilson, Archbishop Carroll, Friendship Collegiate Academy and H. D. Woodson high schools vying for bragging rights on Saturday, Sept. 15 at RFK Stadium. The event, sponsored by Events DC, the District’s official convention and sports authority, will also mark the start of the organization’s new Amateur Sports Initiative – a multi-year program designed to recognize amateur sports, from football and basketball to pole vaulting and high-speed racing taking place throughout the Greater Washington Area. The Classic continues a long tradition of football at the historic RFK Stadium and will also include halftime performances by high school marching bands and a Pepsi Fan Zone filled with sponsor brand activations, youth football activities and family-friendly entertainment by local musicians and DJs. “Events DC is proud to welcome some of DC’s most-talented high school student-athletes to play on RFK Stadium’s historic NFL football field this fall, as they showcase and grow their many talents while also creating an unforgettable experience for them and their families,” said

Erik Moses, senior vice president and managing director of sports, entertainment and special events, Events DC. The schedule: Dunbar vs. The Maret School, 12 noon; Wilson vs. Archbishop Carroll, 3 p.m.; and Friendship Collegiate vs Woodson, 6 p.m. Tickets go on sale Tuesday, Aug. 14 at Ticketmaster.com, in advance at participating high schools and at the stadium’s box office on game day. PepsiCo is the official beverage partner of the Events DC Kickoff Classic, featuring their products Pepsi Zero Sugar, Gatorade and Aquafina. Lyft is the official rideshare of the Events DC Kickoff Classic. For more information, visit DCKickoffClassic.com. Events DC oversees the Walter E. Washington Convention Center, an anchor of the District’s hospitality and tourism economy that hosts more than 1.7 million visitors and generates more than $400 million annually in total economic impact and the historic Carnegie Library at Mt. Vernon Square. Events DC manages the RFK Stadium-Armory Campus and the 190-acre RFK Campus Redevelopment Project. Events DC also built and serves as landlord for Nationals Park, the first LEED-certified major professional sports stadium in the U.S., manages Gateway DC, R.I.S.E. Demonstration Center and is building the Entertainment and Sports Arena (www.ESAontheRise. com), all conveniently located in the District’s Congress Heights community. WI

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Stevie Wonder Takes Fans on Another Unforgettable Ride ’Song Party’ Tour Celebrates ‘Life, Love and Music’ By D. Kevin McNeir WI Editor @dkevinmcneir Nobody’s better at setting the perfect table than the incomparable Stevie Wonder when the party calls for a munificent menu replete with a smorgasbord of memorably-soulful sounds, a vibe which welcomes the total, uninhibited release of ethereal emotions and a celebratory spirit that ignores differences of age, gender or race. And that’s exactly what fans fortunate enough to secure a ticket experienced during the enigmatic entertainer’s limited engagement concert series, “Stevie Wonder Song Party: A Celebration of Life, Love and Music,” recently held for two nights at The Theater at MGM in National Harbor, MD. It was Stevie’s first full-fledged tour since he filled auditoriums across the country in 2015 and 2016 featuring all of the music from his 1976 opus, “Songs in the Key of Life” – a creation that only a musical genius could conceive, the likes of which had not been heard since

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5 The poster promoting Stevie Wonder’s recent ‘Song Party’ Tour, a summer concert series that concluded on Sept. 1. /Photo courtesy Wonder Productions, Inc.

Marvin Gaye’s “What’s Going On.” Understandably, Wonder, now 68, has a greater challenge reaching into the vocal stratosphere in order to firmly land upon notes once performed with relative ease, but that hasn’t impacted that unique, magical quality that has surrounded him since Berry Gordy first welcomed the child prodigy bearing his harmonica into the Motown family. As a Black man born and raised in Detroit, the birthplace of Gordy’s musical empire, just two years shy of my 60th birthday, I cannot recall a time when the inspiring lyrics and beautifully-crafted chords of Stevie Wonder did not hold a special place in my life, dominating the top of my sing-a-long repertoire. Albeit to say, Stevie remains one of those rare entertainers whose singularly-spectacular showmanship, exhibited day in and day out before audiences big or small, makes for an experience that can be difficult to accurately describe. And while he didn’t tell me this, it would not surprise me if he chose music for his recent tour from among his enormously-huge and popular songbook by merely tuning into the unspoken request lists of his fans. Prior to hitting the stage along with his talented trio of singers and a multi-faceted band with whom he joyfully tickled the ivories, occasionally hammering out intricate rhythms and sounds on instruments whose names I honestly do not know, the concert began with a DJ spinning a litany of tunes essential for any old-school “blue lights in the basement” kind of party – from Motown’s cavalcade of #1 hits to more recent tunes – each guaranteed to bring even Grandma to her feet: Prince, Earth, Wind and Fire, Chuck Brown – even Michael Jack-

son whose birthday happened to coincide with the first of Stevie’s two nights in National Harbor. Stevie Wonder sang all of the songs we wanted to hear and invited us to dance, shout, finger-pop, foot stomp and, of course, sing along. And so we did – some even putting down their canes or walkers, removing their jackets or shawls, tossing back their hair and throwing caution to the wind while enjoying songs that have served as the foundation for a lifetime of precious memories for fans too numerous to count. During his remarks, Stevie said he’d chosen to dedicate his show to his beloved friend, Aretha Franklin in whose funeral he would be performing after completing his concert in Maryland. Clearly, the spirit of the “Queen of Soul” was among us – as were those of so many other legendary Black entertainers whose music remains for all to celebrate, years after their deaths. Stevie has announced that he’ll be releasing a new studio album, “Through the Eyes of Wonder,” sometime before the end of the year. He’s even hinted that he’s working on a gospel album, fulfilling a promise he made long ago to his mother. But for now, I, along with thousands of others, had nothing about which to honestly complain, as our “host” provided sent us on our way filled to the brim with a melodic meal that included songs like “As if You Read My Mind,” “Higher Ground,” “All I Do” and “Don’t You Worry ‘Bout a Thing.” Stevie Wonder recently said he’s confident that “the sky’s the limit” in terms of what’s next for him as he continues along the road of his brilliant career. And you know, I not only cannot wait but I believe every word. WI

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DC Shorts Prepares for Annual Film Festival WI Staff Report Eleven days of parties, film screenings, free workshops and numerous opportunities to meet with international directors and filmmakers kicks off this week at the 2018 DC Shorts Film Festival. The festival, which runs Thursday, Sept. 6 through Sunday, Sept. 16, showcases one of the largest collections of short films in the United States. Moviegoers will enjoy 130 plus short films from more than 30 countries, covering all genres, with

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18 showcases and nine Special Interest Showcases at E Street Cinema and Miracle Theater. Featured films include “63 Boycott,” “Bini,” “Before Prison,” “Beneath the Ink,” “Civil,” “Manspreading,” “Poker Night,” “Six Miles Out,” “Wham” and more. One collection, Cinema 10%, comprised of seven films and running approximately 120 minutes, will showcase the best of the LGBTQ shorts. WI

SCHOOL from Page 1 • $3 million in new smart boards, iPads and other technology. • $1 million shifted from the central office to the schools. • 20 more schools to incorporate arts integration. • 15,000 backpacks for underserved students. Prince George’s also has an interim CEO in Monica Goldson, a county native with 27 years of experience in the school system. She visited various schools throughout the opening day, starting Tuesday morning with a school bus ride to Tulip Grove with students and Sen. Chris Van Hollen (D-Maryland). Goldson also visited Parkdale and planned to have lunch at Dr. Henry H. Wise High School in Upper Marlboro, where she worked as the school’s inaugural principal. She was scheduled to finish her day at District Heights Elementary. Prince George’s State’s Attorney Angela Alsobrooks, another county native who won the Democratic nomination for county executive in June, joined Goldson at Tulip Grove and Parkdale. Both Black women also signify two of the county’s most high-profile leaders, a combination Alsobrooks admitted not seen in Prince George’s, even in the majority-Black jurisdiction. “It is something different,” Alsobrooks said. “We are excited to have the kids see this leadership, and the principal of this school is a woman of color. This is definitely a special day.”

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While children greeted their friends and teachers at schools and parents posted #firstdayofschool pictures of smiles, hugs and high-fives on social media, some of the state’s nearly 900,000 public school students couldn’t enjoy the day. School officials announced 10 schools in Baltimore County didn’t open Tuesday and at least 60 schools in Baltimore City closed early because of Tuesday’s high temperatures that exceeded 90 degrees and lack of air conditioning. Prince George’s schools closed two hours early Wednesday due to the heat, and Golsen said officials would reassess the situation before Thursday. Democratic gubernatorial nominee Ben Jealous led a press conference with six students Tuesday afternoon outside Baltimore City College High School to express concern and disappointment in not being able to have a full day of school.

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Horoscopes

ARIES Be restrained in your actions and decisions. During the week, you will hold important business meetings that will help you solve financial or professional issues. During the week you will be disappointed by someone’s inappropriate joke that will insult or disappoint you. Avoid continuing the conflict situation. Attention will require your relationship with the representatives of Aquarius and Taurus signs. Lucky Numbers: 4, 20, 26

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TAURUS It is now time to focus on the financial sphere and to settle issues that are still unresolved and create worries. This week, you will be able to make a profit from various activities, from retail, from advertising and any intellectual activity. You can achieve success if you work in the field of trade, if you are traveling abroad or if you have contacts with a public person. Lucky Numbers: 7, 24, 33

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GEMINI You will experience moments of anxiety in which you will shut yourself away from others. You will also be concerned about the health or professional issues of a person close to you. From a spiritual point of view, this will be a favorable period, as well as if you have work or activities related to science, literature, journalism, etc. The week indicates a business trip or for a specific purpose. Lucky Numbers: 19, 30, 40

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CANCER This week you will be asked to make a parallel of what is necessary and unnecessary for you in love and business. This will be a time for bland, rather than honest conversations with people you work with or with your marriage partner. This week he will open a new chance for you with a greater opportunity to show your abilities and knowledge. If someone gives you your position so that you can realize your talents, you will not feel remorse for it. Lucky Numbers: 18, 22, 31

By Terri Schlichenmeyer WI Contributing Writer In your lifetime, you’ve done many amazing things. You learned to walk. Imagine how hard that was, and you did it! You learned to make words and put them into sentences, which is no easy feat, either. You know how to get to school, do math, read, and play ball. But, as in the new book “On Point” by Hena Khan, could something be holding you back from greatness? For weeks and weeks before tryouts, Zayd Saleem practiced his shots, dribbles, and layups for a better chance at joining the best fourth-grade basketball team in the whole entire league. No kid was happier than Zayd when he finally made it — and the bonus was that his best friend, Adam, was on the team, too. And that was great — it gave Zayd more time to hang out with Adam, and it allowed them more time to play ball. But then the basketball team started doing poorly, losing games by a lot of points. Adam was the team captain, but he began hanging out with some other, older boys who preferred football. Zayd was afraid that his best friend had lost interest in hoops, especially when Adam skipped basketball practice a couple of times, and that made Zayd sad. He figured the team was as good as done, but then Coach dropped a bombshell: Adam was out for awhile and Zayd was on point! But how could that be? Zayd wasn’t sure how to tell Coach that he wasn’t ready! He wasn’t aggressive enough or fast enough to move the ball along in play. He wasn’t nearly as good as Adam, but with Adam gone, what were the choices? Practice, practice, practice. That was the only option, and as Zayd thought about an upcoming game, he also thought about his beloved Jamal Mamoo’s predicament: Jamal Mamoo had recently gotten engaged but everybody had an opinion about the wedding. Zayd could tell that Jamal Mamoo and Nadia Aunty were not happy about their ceremony becoming something they didn’t want. He practiced and thought, until the answer was finally clear. Was it possible that the solution for both of them was the same? Here’s the first thought about “On Point”: though it’s based in basketball, your child doesn’t have to be a basketball fan to like it. Indeed, author Hena Khan is careful to use correct terms in this hoops book, but they (and other words) are quietly explained within the story itself, usually by its main character. Readers unfamiliar with b-ball are even schooled on the title’s meaning, but not in a manner that’s off-putting to kids who already know. That’s perhaps what’s going to put this book in a youngster’s hands. What will keep it there is the story itself, which is one of tradition, confidence and learning to lead, but it’s not a preachy message. All around, that makes “On Point” a truly appealing book, both for kids and for parents who want subtle lessons learned. If that’s true for your 7- to 10-yearold, then this book should do it. WI WWW.WASHINGTONINFORMER.COM

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LEO This week you will boldly clear your path to move forward. Be careful and do not be misled by the demands or pressure of your relative, as this will disrupt your personal plans and desires. Your days will be filled with a certain amount of tension and a lot of work. Do not share your important plans and try to act without much noise until you have achieved concrete results. Lucky Numbers: 25, 37, 51 VIRGO You will start this week calmly and this can make you relax too much. Don’t allow yourself to carelessly deal with important everyday and professional tasks. If this happens, however, it will cost you unnecessary worries that you can avoid with more sense. During the week, a relative or friend will surprise you with a serious conversation. You may find yourself unprepared for what they will want from you or what you will learn through them. Lucky Numbers: 6, 11, 48 LIBRA This week, you will experience some happy events. Before you is a very active period that promises work and more work. Important conversations and events are coming, especially during the second half of the week. Due to the increased workload, it will be good to think of a complete rest. Lucky Numbers: 33, 36, 59 SCORPIO A situation in your workplace can put you at the center of a conflict, one for which you will not be guilty. Do not rush to explanations until you have the necessary evidence of your innocence or until the events themselves reveal the real culprit. Despite this tense work environment, you will have good relationships with several colleagues who will remain loyal to you, support you, or give you clever advice. This week portends a notification from people from another city or country. Lucky Numbers: 5, 15, 55 SAGITTARIUS You will have concerns about your health or that of a person close to you. You will have a short break with a child or grandchild for a trip or other important reason. You will develop a friendship with a man in an important direction for you, but do not allow cunning or secrets to darken good trends. In love, you should not have special hopes, which does not mean you will have problems. You will be pleased with the news or an event from a short distance in some way connected with money. Lucky Numbers: 2, 4, 13 CAPRICORN Do not panic from mistaken steps from last week. Realize that your financial affairs are very unstable. Quiet thinking and planning of things will release you from this confused situation. You can fully trust your colleagues or managers in your work. You will be lucky this week, but a greater role will be played by your personal charm. With it, you can impress new professional or business partners, customers, and more. During this week, be demanding of yourself and do not delve into pleasure-seeking. Lucky Numbers: 17, 46, 48 AQUARIUS Your days will be busy with a lot of work and effort that will help you to achieve desired results. It will now be important to seek help and support from trusted people. Avoid sharing your plans with everyone. During the first half of the week, something nice will happen to you or you will receive expected news. This week, you will be subject to a sharper sensitivity that will protect you from dangers and help you in love. Lucky Numbers: 12, 13, 27 PISCES Before you are days filled with petty, disturbing trouble related to the finances and people you have trusted. It will be hard for you to forgive the mistake of having trusted a man born under the sign of Taurus, Virgo or Capricorn. During the week, be careful in your relationship with women born under the sign of Aries, Leo or Capricorn. You are people who love order and you will hardly tolerate anarchy around you in this unfavorable time. During the week you will be overloaded in your family and at work. Many will need a trip or a meeting to receive money or to settle a financial problem. Lucky Numbers: 3, 10, 14

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SPORTS Serena Williams Catsuit Ban Exposes Racism in Sports By Stacy M. Brown WI Senior Writer Tennis superstar Serena Williams’ famed catsuit — and the subsequent ban it inspired — rekindled an international discussion about the criticism and policing of women’s bodies, particularly Black women. “The white country club legacy of tennis is one that both Williams’ sisters have been dogged by in their careers,” wrote journalist Rachelle Hampton in a column for Slate. “Consistently compared to animals in positive and negative media coverage alike, both Serena and Venus have faced grossly racist comments from their competitors as well.” Vox reported that Anna Kournikova, a retired Russian player whose celebrity status off the court is matched only by her struggles on it, is quoted in a 2013 book as saying, “I hate my muscles. I’m not Venus Williams.

I’m not Serena Williams. I’m feminine. I don’t want to look like they do. I’m not masculine like they are.” Hampton noted that Williams has never failed a drug test, yet is tested more than twice as often as other top American women players, “playing into the overarching narrative that the most decorated player in tennis today is both inhuman and incapable of racking up her consistent achievements without the help of performance-enhancing drugs.” This even as supposed “rival” Maria Sharapova was suspended in 2016 for failing a drug test. As the Los Angeles Times put it, the catsuit kerfuffle goes something like this: Tennis star and new mom Serena Williams wears a black Nike catsuit-like outfit to the French Open in May. Williams posts a picture of herself in said catsuit to Twitter, saying saying “Catsuit anyone? For all the moms out there who

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had a tough recovery from pregnancy — here you go. If I can do it, so can you. Love you all!!” Several months later, just as the U.S. Open is about to get under way, Tennis magazine publishes an interview with French Tennis Federation President Bernard Giudicelli in which he opines that said catsuit would run afoul of a new (but not yet in effect) French Open dress code. “It will no longer be accepted,”

Giudicelli is quoted as saying. “One must respect the game and the place.” Williams shrugged off the announcement at a pre-U.S. Open news conference, saying she doesn’t plan on being a “repeat fashion offender.” She follows that up by hitting the court clad in possibly an even more statement-making outfit — a black bodysuit and skirt Nike X Off-White ensemble.

Ohio Edges HU Despite Career Days from Newton, Ezzard By Howard University Department of Athletics The Howard Bison came up short Saturday against Ohio University, 38-32, despite putting up an impressive 645 total yards against the Mid-American Conference (MAC) preseason favorite. Second-year signal-caller sophomore Caylin Newton (Atlanta) led the charge, posting 532 total yards with four total touchdowns. The Atlanta native threw for a career-high 439 yards with three TDs while adding 93 yards on the ground, including a touchdown in the loss. His 532 total yards is the third-most in program history and Newton’s 439 yards in the air is the most since 2001. Fellow Georgia native and deep threat specialist Jequez Ezzard (College Park) etched himself in the program’s record book as he

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set a new school mark with 223 receiving yards on eight catches. Howard pounced on the Bobcats early with a 4-yard rushing TD by Newton, followed by freshman Faraji Joseph (Greensboro, N.C.) drilling his first collegiate field goal from 26 yards, 10-0. After Ohio got on the board with a 22-yarder, 10-3, Newton found Collins on a crossing route for a 38-yard touchdown and gave the Bison a double-digit advantage, 16-3. With less than five minutes before intermission, the Bobcats cut HU’s lead down to six, 16-10, but Howard answered with a 6-yard fade to Anthony in the back of the end zone, 22-10. Under a minute until halftime, Ohio scored another touchdown to trim the Bison margin down to a one-possession game at the break in favor of HU, 22-17.

The opening kickoff after intermission saw Ohio return a 99-yard kick return for a touchdown, followed by the Bobcats capitalizing with a 1-yard rushing TD on a Bison turnover. In a matter of minutes, Howard trailed, 31-22. Late into the third, Newton hit Ezzard for a 55-yard bomb and put the Bison within a field goal, 31-29. Ohio kept the pressure on with a 10-play, 75-yard drive, capped off by a 10-yard run by Quinton Maxwell, 38-29. Senior Dakota Lebofsky (Overland Park, Kan.) drilled a 40-yard field goal with 7:46 remaining, 38-32. Howard would get two more chances to either tie or take the lead, but the Bison were unable to complete the back. Junior Kyle Anthony (Miramar, Fla.) had a game-high nine recep-

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tions for 97 yards and a TD while redshirt junior Jason Collins (Fort Lauderdale, Fla.) contributed 90 receiving yards on four balls in a losing effort. Defensively, junior Marcellus Allison (Durham, N.C.) registered a game-best 10.5 tackles (nine solo) and newcomer Zamon Robinson (Silver Spring, Md.) posted two sacks. Sophomore Bryan Cook (Cincinnati) added 5.5 tackles (three solo) and three pass breakups in the loss. The Bison conclude its brief two-game road swing in Kent, Ohio, where they will take on Kent State in a rematch. Last season, Howard came up short at Kent State, 38-31, despite a balanced attack of 452 yards of total offense. Kickoff is scheduled for 3:30 p.m. For more information, go to www. HUBison.com. WI

Social media response to both came as fast and furious as a Serena Williams volley. “The policing of women’s bodies must end,” was how Billie Jean King began her Twitter response. Nike posted: “You can take the superhero out of her costume, but you can never take away her superpowers.” Even the Girl Scouts jumped into the fray, tweeting: “After her health-conscious catsuit got banned by the French Open’s president, tennis champion and Girl Scout alum @serenawilliams won our hearts — AND her match — in a tutu. What a queen!” The problem here isn’t some not-yet-in-effect dress code that nobody has violated, it’s Giudicelli’s quote about “respect[ing] the game and the place” that seems to take the whole controversy in an ugly direction, the Times opined. Naturally, those who engage in the aforementioned criticisms are quick to deny Williams the credit she has earned, wrote Eliott C. McLaughlin for CNN. It’s not that she’s a world-class athlete who loves the game she’s played since 4 and that she trains with abandon. It’s that she’s big or Black or unfairly built — all of which serves to strip her of the accolades her prowess demand, McLaughlin said. Then the writer cut even more to the heart of the matter. In June at the French Open, McLaughlin noted that a reporter took this denial of credit to a special low when he asked one of the more bizarre questions in the history of sports journalism. Saying he had been waiting 14 years to ask the question, the reporter referred to a 2004 remark by then-businessman Donald Trump, who raised the prospect that Williams was intimidated by Maria Sharapova’s “supermodel good looks.” Williams handled it with undue grace, saying she’d never been intimidated by any opponent, but many decried the reporter’s audacity, especially since Williams’ career highlights include owning Sharapova — beating her in 18 straight matches, no less. “This is like asking [Michael] Jordan if he was thrown off by Bryon Russell’s taut pecs when he sank that jump shot in Game 6,” McLaughlin said. “Or asking [Tom] Brady how he was able to concentrate while staring into the dreamy eyes of the Buffalo Bills safety. It just wouldn’t happen.” WI

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SPORTS Mystics Earn First Trip to WNBA Finals 6Washington Mystics guard Natasha Cloud drives past Atlanta Dream guard Renee Montgomery during the Mystics’ 97-76 win in Game 4 of the WNBA semifinals at Smiths Center in Northwest on Sunday, Sept. 2. /Photo by John E. De Freitas

5Washington Mystics guard Tierra Ruffin-Pratt drives against Atlanta Dream forward Jessica Breland during the Mystics’ 97-76 win at Smiths Center in Northwest on Sunday, Sept. 2. /Photo by John E. De Freitas

D.C. United Tops Atlanta at Home

5D.C. United forward Luciano Acosta shoots around Atlanta United defender Leandro Gonzalez Pirez to score the first goal of D.C.’s 3-1 win at Audi Field in Southeast on Sunday, Sept. 2. /Photo by John E. De Freitas 4D.C. United midfielder Paul Arriola tries to get the ball from Atlanta United defender Leandro Gonzalez Pirez during D.C.’s 3-1 win at Audi Field in Southeast on Sunday, Sept. 2. /Photo by John E. De Freitas

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the U.S. House of Representatives have served that role. The premier conference, which annually attracts nearly 10,000 people from across the world and is the only event of its kind in the United States, will have the theme, “The Dream Still Demands Courage, Resilience, Leadership and Legislation.” The five-day conference offers more than 90 forums on public policy issues affecting black Americans. “For more than 40 years, the Annual Legislative Conference has provided an extraordinary platform for people — domestic and abroad — to come together and discuss vital issues related to social justice, leadership, economic prosperity, entrepreneurship and much more,” said Texas Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee, chair of the CBCF board of directors. “As we continue to grow and expand the conference, we know that we must be unwavering in our approach to have the difficult conversations, elevate debates about the state of Black America, and also define new and innovative solutions.” The impact of civil and social movements over the past 50 years has played a major role in changing the trajectory of American history, CBCF officials said. This year’s theme focuses on the influence and legacy of these moments, while uplifting present-day champions in the fight for racial equality, justice and freedom. “As we approach the 48th year of hosting the Annual Legislative Conference, we find ourselves in a critical time where, now more than ever, diverse voices are imperative to the future of this nation,” said A. Shuanise Washington, president and CEO of the CBCF. “We must rise to meet the demands of the moment and capitalize on actionable outcomes that will advance black Americans and move this country forward.” During the conference, at-

ANACOSTIA from Page 1 times within earshot of the illustrator eager to hear reactions, good, bad and others in between. “The Lion and the Map,” Freeman’s less-than-five-minute reflection about the longtime erasure of African-American culture, and pilot episode of what would become the “Anacostia Unmapped” radio docuseries, drew inspiration from a famous Chinua Achebe quote about the power of storytelling for marginalized groups.

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The impact of civil and social movements over the past 50 years has played a major role in changing the trajectory of American history, CBCF officials said. tendees will have the opportunity to delve into important conversations with industry leaders from across the globe on public health, gender equality, social mobility, LGBTQ rights and environmental sustainability, among many other topics. The conference provides a safe haven for Black Americans to contribute their experiences, knowledge and opinions to a larger, national dialogue, Washington said. “The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s Annual Legislative Conference is among the most important annual gatherings for Black Americans, and I am honored to lead its 48th convening with Senator Harris,” Booker said. “The Conference theme, ‘The Dream Still Demands,’ presents an important opportunity for our community to lead the national dialogue on so many pressing issues, from fixing our broken criminal justice system to creating economic opportunities for communities of color. “We have so many urgent challenges that must be addressed, and I’m looking forward to hearing from all of the incredible leaders who will be participating in the conference,” he said. The conference is also a time

to network and enjoy connecting with a diverse group of individuals, officials said. Networking and special events include the Exhibit Showcase with an onsite employment fair and free health screenings; the Prayer Breakfast; National Town Hall; Gospel Extravaganza; the Annual Celebration of Leadership in the Fine Arts, which honors the contributions of individuals in the performing and visual arts who have influenced Black history and inspired generations; and the culminating event, the Phoenix Awards Dinner, which supports the CBCF’s mission-critical programs including education, economic development, health and research. “The Annual Legislative Conference, over nearly five decades, has brought together some of the country’s greatest leaders, innovators and job creators to address the most pressing issues facing black America,” Harris said. “This year is no exception. The conference will provide a platform to advocate for the voiceless, the vulnerable, and all who believe in fulfilling the American promise of equality and justice for all. I look forward to confronting these issues head-on and working to create solutions that will lead to lasting change.” WI

With the assistance of Katie Davis, Freeman created the 2015 radio piece in response to the circulation of a map that showed rental values across the D.C. metropolitan region in areas other than Wards 7 and 8. Patrick, also a children’s book illustrator, said that upon hearing “The Lion and the Map” in January, long before he would be commissioned to complete the short film, he thought about the images that could complement Freeman’s words. “There’s a necessity for this to

come together to give tremendous voice to other people,” Patrick said. “I put a storyboard together the way I would present it. It mirrored Kymone and Karen’s thoughts. I was hearing the piece and thinking about the things that could make the words be seen even more. Then I go to the noisiest place to sketch and flipbook it to see if I can point out the key parts of the audio I’m listening to.” For the full version of this story, go to washingtoninformer.com. WI

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Are You Using Your God-Given Gifts?

with Lyndia Grant Have you heard the commands of the Lord thy God, as He speaks to your spirit, ordering your steps during your time here on earth? This column is about how my daughter Tanika put her dream on the shelf to start her family, getting married and having my lovely granddaughter, Lola, now 7 years old. Tanika has dusted off her dream and made it a reality. I’m so proud of her. Tanika Belis, aka TJ, has opened her own all-organic beauty salon, Tokyo Blue Hair Lab, in Gilbert, Arizona, after completing cosmetology school 20 years ago! It appeared that she had buried her talent, but God is so good that even after so many years, TJ now has the keys to her very own beauty salon. It is my honor to travel to Arizona for her Sept. 8 grand opening celebration! Everything is all set — caterers booked, invitations mailed, press kits ready. Her gift registry is already producing so many of the gifts she dreamed of having. Finally working the talents God has blessed her with, she is 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”

ready to share those talents with customers. I’m most proud that she has plans to donate free services to the needy, particularly women in domestic violence shelters. She did it, thanks be to God. YOU can do it, too! Doubtful? Then consider The Parable of the Talents (Matthew 25:14-30), which tells of a master who was leaving his house to travel, and, before leaving, entrusted his property to his servants. According to the abilities of each man, one servant received five talents, the second servant received two talents, and the third servant received one talent. The property entrusted to the three servants was worth eight talents, where a talent was a significant amount of money. Upon returning home after a long absence, the master asks his three servants for an account of the talents he entrusted to them. The first and the second servants explain that they each put their talents to work, and have doubled the value of the property with which they were entrusted; each servant was rewarded. His master said to him, “Well done, good and faithful servant. You have been faithful over a little; I will set you over much. Enter into the joy of your master.” The third servant, however, had merely hidden his talent, had buried it in the ground, and was punished by his master: Then the one who had received the one talent came and said, ‘Sir, I knew that you were a hard man, harvesting where you did not

sow, and gathering where you did not scatter seed, so I was afraid, and I went and hid your talent in the ground. See, you have what is yours.’ But his master answered, ‘Evil and lazy servant! So you knew that I harvest where I didn’t sow and gather where I didn’t scatter? Then you should have deposited my money with the bankers, and on my return I would have received my money back with interest! Therefore take the talent from him and give it to the one who has ten. For the one who has will be given more, and he will have more than enough. But the one who does not have, even what he has will be taken from him. And throw that worthless slave into the outer darkness, where there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth.’” What have you been doing with the gift God has given to you? 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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Mount Olivet Lutheran Church

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

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

Covenant Baptist United Church of Christ

St. Stephen Baptist Church

Third Street Church of God

Dr. Dekontee L. & Dr. Ayele A. Johnson Pastors

Drs. Dennis W. & Christine Y. Wiley Pastors

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

Blessed Word of Life Church

www.blessedwordoflifechurch.org E-mail: church@blessedwordoflifechurch.org

“An inclusive ministry where all are welcomed and affirmed.” www.covenantbaptistdc.org

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

Motto : “A Great Commitment to the Great Commandment” Website: www.turningheartschurchdc.org Email: faithdefender@verizon.net

“Ambassadors for Christ to the Nation’s Capital” www.thirdstreet.org Live Stream Sunday Worship Service begins @ 12:00 noon www.thirdstreet.org

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

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

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 Reverend Gerald H. Hesson Interim Pastor

Virgil K. Thomas, Sr. Senior Pastor/ Teacher

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

“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

E-mail: Crusadersbaptistchurch@verizon.net www.CrusadersBaptistChurch.org “God is Love”

Isle of Patmos Baptist Church

Twelfth Street Christian Church

Turning Hearts Church

4275 4th Street, S.E. Washington, DC 20034 Phone: 202-746-0113 Fax: 301-843-2445

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

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. Alonzo Hart Pastor

Rev. Dr. Wallace Charles Smith Pastor

Rev. Oran W. Young Pastor

Rev. Dr. H. B. Sampson, III Pastor

Worshiping Location Knights of Columbus - 1633 Tucker Road Fort Washington, 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 Services: 10:00 am Sunday School: 9:00 am Holy Communion 3rd Sunday Morning Prayer / Bible Study: 6:15 pm - 7:20 pm (Tuesday) Theme: “The Kingdom Focused Church” Matthew 6:33 and Mathew 28:18-20, KJV Email: stmatthewsbaptist@msn.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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LEGAL NOTICES

SUPERIOR COURT OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA Probate Division Washington, D.C. 20001-2131

Administration No. 2018 ADM 000879

Administration No. 2018 ADM 000897

Administration No. 2018 ADM 000926

Administration No. 2018 ADM 000899

Administration No. 2018 ADM 000895

Shirley M. Spears Hood Decedent

Merchell G. Reedy Decedent

Lauretta Everetta Dillard aka Lauretta E. Dillard Decedent

James Ernest Wigfall aka James E. Wigfall Decedent

Kisha L. Woolen, Esq. 5335 Wisconsin Avenue, NW #700 Washington, DC 20015 Attorney

Peggy A. Miller, Esq. 5130 7th Street, NE Washington, DC 20011-2625 Attorney

NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT, NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS

Sandra E. Dillard, whose address is 3299 Corcyca Court, Woodbridge, VA 22192, was appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Lauretta Everetta Dillard aka Lauretta E. Dillard who died on December 24, 2016 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 2/23/2019. 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 2/23/2019, 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.

La Barbara James Wigfall, whose address is 2602 Georgetown Place, Manhattan, Kansas 66502-1751, was appointed Personal Representative of the estate of James Ernest Wigfall aka James E. Wigfall who died on March 21, 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 2/23/2019. 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 2/23/2019, 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.

NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT, NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS LaFonda R. Hood Lewis, whose address is 1065 Golden West Way, Lusby, MD 20657, was appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Shirley M. Spears Hood who died on October 3, 1996 without a Will, and will serve with 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 2/23/2019. 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 2/23/2019, 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: 8/23/2018

Melvin L. Bryant Decedent

Peggy A. Miller Esq. 5130 7th Street, NE Washington, DC 20011-2625 Attorney NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT, NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Vashtie E. Reedy, whose address is 307 Nicholson Street, NE, Washington, DC 20011, was appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Merchell G. Reedy who died on June 26, 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 2/23/2019. 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 2/23/2019, 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.

NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT, NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Robert D. Bryant, whose address is 8371 Broderick Circle, Gaithersburg MD, 20877, was appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Melvin L. Bryant who died on June 8, 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 2/23/2019. 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 2/23/2019, 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: 8/23/2018

Vashtie E. Reedy Personal Representative

Robert D. Bryant Personal Representative

Sandra E. Dillard Personal Representative

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SUPERIOR COURT OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA Probate Division Washington, D.C. 20001-2131

SUPERIOR COURT OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PROBATE DIVISION Washington, D.C. 20001-2131

SUPERIOR COURT OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA Probate Division Washington, D.C. 20001-2131

Foreign No. 2018 FEP 107

Administration No. 2018 ADM 000916

Administration No. 2018 ADM 000975

Administration No. 2018 ADM 000917

February 19, 2018 Date of Death

Ann T. Patmios aka Ann Terris Patmios Decedent

Clenty Smith Decedent

Devala Mae Ray Decedent

Robin Patrese Lewis Name of Decedent

Tas S.G. Coroneos 93 Shadow Creek Way Ormond Beach, FL 32174 Attorney

Tina Smith Nelson 601 E Street, NW Washington, DC 20049 Attorney

NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT, NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS

Georgeanne E. Patmios, whose address is 5441 Nebraska Ave., NW, Washington, DC 20015, was appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Ann T. Patmios aka Ann Terris Patmios who died on July 16, 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 2/28/2019. 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 2/28/2019, 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.

Denise Feelings, whose address is 14001 Belle Chasse Blvd., Unit 311, Laurel, MD 20707, was appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Clenty Smith who died on 8/31/1997 without a Will, and will serve with 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 2/28/2019. 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 2/28/2019, 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.

LaFonda R. Hood Lewis Personal Representative

Administration No. 2018 ADM 000903 Dorothy E. Flamer Decedent

Washington Informer

NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT, NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS

NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT OF FOREIGN PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Joy Majied, whose address is 705 Oneida Place, NW, Washington, DC 20011, was appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Dorothy E. Flamer who died on June 19, 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 2/23/2019. 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 2/23/2019, 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.

Kim Thompson, whose address is 3350 Toledo Terr. Apt 224, Hyattsville, MD 20782 was appointed personal representative of the estate of Robin Patrese Lewis, deceased, by the Orphans,/Register of Wills Court for Prince Georges County, State of Maryland, on July 31, 2018. Service of process may be made upon Tomika Ford, 5542 B Street SE, Washington, DC 20019 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. 4674 A Street SE, Washington, DC 20019, 526 Madison Street NW, Washington, DC 20011 and 4843 Bass Place SE, Washington, DC 20019. 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.

Date of first publication: 8/23/2018 Joy Majied Personal Representative TRUE TEST COPY Anne Meister Register of Wills Washington Informer

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Date of first publication: 8/23/2018 Kim Thompson Personal Representative Anne Meister Register of Wills Washington Informer

Date of first publication: 8/30/2018 Georgeanne E. Patmios Personal Representative TRUE TEST COPY Anne Meister Register of Wills

Date of first publication: 8/23/2018

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Date of first publication: 8/23/2018 La Barbara James Wigfall Personal Representative TRUE TEST COPY Anne Meister Register of Wills Washington Informer

NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT, NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Cynthia Yelverton, whose address is 2316 Good Hope Rd. SE, Apt 103, Washington, DC 20020, was appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Devala Mae Ray who died on February 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 2/28/2019. 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 2/28/2019, 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: 8/30/2018

Date of first publication: 8/30/2018

Cynthia Yelverton Personal Representative

Denise Feelings Personal Representative

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LEGAL NOTICES

SUPERIOR COURT OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA Probate Division Washington, D.C. 20001-2131

Administration No. 2018 ADM 000947

Administration No. 2018 ADM 000948

Administration No. 2018 ADM 000928

Administration No. 2018 ADM 000921

Ida Hanson Decedent

Jean C. Dennis Decedent

Alice Marie Stewart Decedent

NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT, NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS

Robert P. Newman, Esq. 801 Wayne Avenue Suite 400 Silver Spring, MD 20910 Attorney

Tesa Hanson, whose address is 5576 Haras Place, Fort Washington, MD 20744, was appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Ida Hanson who died on June 8, 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 2/28/2019. 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 2/28/2019, 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.

Carol Dennis Betts, whose address is 3016 Nash Place SE, Washington, DC 20020, was appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Jean C. Dennis who died on June 26, 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 2/28/2019. 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 2/28/2019, 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.

Dorothy Jean Baldwin Decedent

NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT, NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Karen Anita Baldwin, whose address is 11103 Brandywine Rd, Clinton, MD 20735, was appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Dorothy Jean Baldwin who died on July 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 2/28/2019. 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 2/28/2019, 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: 8/30/2018 Karen Anita Baldwin Personal Representative TRUE TEST COPY

Date of first publication: 8/30/2018 Tesa Hanson Personal Representative TRUE TEST COPY Anne Meister Register of Wills

Carol Dennis Betts Personal Representative

Date of first publication: 8/30/2018

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Joanne Carter Donna Young Personal Representative

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Administration No. 2018 ADM 000974 Lillie Mae Cooper Decedent Tina Smith Nelson 601 E Street, NW Washington, DC 20049 Attorney NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT, NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS

Anne Meister Register of Wills Washington Informer

CALL FOR AFTER DISCOVERED WILL Contact Ms. Lois Davis of 1512 Ridge Place S.E. Washington DC 20020 for any after discovered wills for Ms. Margarine Williams who died on September 22, 2013

Clennetta L. Smith, whose address is 112 V Street, NE, Washington, DC 20002, was appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Lillie Mae Cooper who died on June 14, 2003 without a Will, and will serve with 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 2/28/2019. 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 2/28/2019, 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.

SUPERIOR COURT OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA Probate Division Washington, D.C. 20001-2131

Administration No. 2018 ADM 000835

Administration No. 2018 ADM 000178

Effria Turner Decedent

Muriel M. Thorne Decedent

NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT, NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS

Edward G. Varrone 910 17th Street, NW Suite 800 Washington, DC 20006 Attorney

LaShawn Coley, whose address is 7765 Picadilly Ct., White Plains, MD 20695, was appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Effria Turner who died on July 4, 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 3/6/2019. 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 3/6/2019, 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: 9/6/2018

Date of first publication: 8/30/2018

LaShawn Coley Personal Representative

Clennetta L. Smith Personal Representative

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Joanne Carter and Donna Young, whose addresses are 8131 Fenwick Ct., Laurel, MD 20707, were appointed Personal Representatives of the estate of Alice Marie Stewart who died on June 6, 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 2/28/2019. 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 2/28/2019, 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 OF APPOINTMENT, NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS David W. Williams, whose address is 12304 Heron Place, Lake Stevens, WA 98258, was appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Muriel M. Thorne who died on August 5, 2013 without a Will, and will serve with 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 3/6/2019. 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 3/6/2019, 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: 9/6/2018 David W. Williams Personal Representative TRUE TEST COPY Anne Meister Register of Wills Washington Informer

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of Thee” during Barack Obama’s 2009 inauguration, multiple generations have its version of Franklin to celebrate and rediscover. Born in Memphis and raised in Detroit, where she will be laid to rest, Franklin ultimately became an American treasure. Today, heaven may have the Queen of Soul, but forever, forever and ever she — and her music — will stay in our hearts. WI

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national attention to the question of police brutality, even as Trump and others have slandered the players by insisting they are insulting the flag and the national anthem. Kaepernick’s grievance — if the courts are not as intimidated by Trump’s tantrums as the owners were — will expose the self-evident collusion that has locked him out of the league. The owners should pay dearly for their folly. Colin Kaepernick is already paying a harsh price for his expressing his views. A talented athlete at the peak of his career is being locked out of his profession. Jerry Jones says that Trump told him: “Tell everybody, you can’t win this one. This one lifts me.” It may “lift” Trump, but it disgraces the owners, the league and the country. WI

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when he won the title in 1908. He further crossed racial boundaries by “consorting” with white women, three of whom he married. He was convicted of violating the Mann Act for transporting a woman across state lines for immoral purposes — for an affair that took place before the act was even passed into law. He left the country and spent seven years fighting abroad, before returning to spend months in jail. Ironically, it was Donald Trump who finally gave him a posthumous pardon from this injustice. Muhammad Ali, the most famous champion of all, was prosecuted for evading the draft during the Vietnam War. A convert to Islam, he claimed con-

scientious objector status. In 1967, at the height of his career, he was banned from boxing for three years, and sentenced to prison for five, a conviction the Supreme Court eventually overturned. Curt Flood, the three-time All-Star center fielder for the St. Louis Cardinals, refused to accept a trade in 1969, arguing that baseball’s enforcement of lifetime contracts was a clear violation of antitrust laws. The Supreme Court ruled against him, and Flood was essentially blackballed. Finally, in 1998, Congress passed the Curt Flood Act, formally making Major League Baseball play by the same antitrust rules as other professional sports. Kaepernick’s protest — joined by fellow athletes across the league — has brought

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ity, given the magnitude of change underway. We were headed in the right direction. How could we know that the fact that progress was made under America’s first Black president, Barack Obama, would usher in a period that is best described as retrograde? Truth and science are under attack and our most effective weapon is education. There is little that we can do to move those that know better but still make poor choices and head into the darkness. It is up to us to educate and embrace those that do not know better. We know better and it is up to us to do better. (To read the full Air of Injustice report, go to http://www.dogonvillage. com/?p=8388) WI

program, and 13 schools in the system started an extended school year. Last month, on the first official day of school, Bowser and others celebrated the reopening of Excel Academy for Girls as DCPS’ first all-girls school. Tatiana Robinson, 16, a Ballou Senior High School student who watched the ongoing discussions about the chancellor selection and DCPS’ five-year strategic plan unfolding at Savoy, said the next DCPS leader must commit to student excellence, above all else. “The goal should be to focus on the children and what’s at stake because me and my siblings, will be

affected,” said Tatiana, senior class president at her school and student representative on the D.C. State Board of Education. Regarding the increasing enrichment opportunities for D.C. public school students, Tatiana expressed a desire for more direct communication from the DCPS central office about its offerings. “There should be equity east of the Anacostia River [because] a lot of resources are uptown,” she said. “There are a lot of opportunities that go unrecognized. Maybe some students aren’t listening or there should be more advertising.” WI

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Why don’t I find such a rumor hard to believe? It must have something to do with Trump being such a disreputable person. Sadly, too many greedy hacks in the public arena, anxious for the spoils of political victory, cosign on with The Donald and soon, if they didn’t already believe that bile, internalize his vile ideology and his lowball tactics. Donald J. Trump (and there’s plenty who think like him) doesn’t care if the United States of America ever again fits into the civilized

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The students mentioned how a Baltimore school that didn’t have heat last year now goes without air conditioning in the summer — problematic with temperatures expected to remain in the 90s through Thursday, Sep. 6. The students demanded more money for toward education, including for recent recommendations made by the Commission on Innovation and Excellence in Education. The group, also known as the Kirwan Commission, was scheduled to meet Wednesday, Sept. 5. “Our schools deserve to be invested in — not through vouchers, but through public schools,” said Olivia Cruz, a 10th-grader at Baltimore City College. “We are calling on [Gov. Larry Hogan] to send a $300 million aid package to Baltimore City public schools. How can we install air conditioning when our schools are currently underfunded?” Meanwhile, Hogan announced

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Perhaps above all, John detested the abuse of power and could not abide bigots and swaggering despots.” President Barack Obama: “So much of our politics, our public life, our public discourse, can seem small and mean and petty. Trafficking in bombast and insult and phony controversies and manufactured outrage, it’s a politics that pretends to be brave and tough, but in fact is born of fear. He understood that America great isn’t based on looks, surnames or where parents or grandparents came from or how recently they made it to America.” I understand political differenc-

es. Indeed, it should be part of any democracy, along with a free press. However, as President Obama stated, “We’ve seen footage of John pushing back against supporters that challenged my patriotism. I was grateful, but I wasn’t surprised. We never doubted the other man’s sincerity. When all was said and done, we were on the same team.” Yet, after Trump’s treatment of McCain in life and death, as well as of other Americans who are not part of his base or seeking a better life in America, I cannot help but wonder, “Who’s team is the president on?” WI

knows little about the world. This is regularly on display. But what he does know is how to excite his base. Playing to racial fears has been an effective tool. His tweet about South Africa and the alleged killings of White farmers (note: there have been no mass killings of White farmers) are not mainly about South Africa. They

are a warning to White people in the USA that if they are not careful, the barbarian masses of black, brown, yellow and indigenous peoples will submerge them, driving them to extinction. As is always clear when it comes to Trump, the facts of the situation are irrelevant. What’s important is the racist narrative. WI

world community. Heck no. The world community better learn to get along with Trump’s America, made great again like in some John Wayne movie. All of that would be fine — civilized folks could just go about their business and avoid the schoolyard bully — except the country he leads has a tremendous nuclear arsenal, a huge standing military force with the boasted ability to fight two wars at the same time, a military budget larger than all the other countries combined, the world’s largest economy with the proven determination to even withhold humanitar-

ian aid just to punish, sanction and embargo other countries in order to impose this country’s will. Mean spirited, racist. To Trump, this world leadership game is just like pushing around a bunch of greed-motivated real estate shysters like himself in order to build a Trump Tower in Moscow or beach resorts in North Korea. And all he cares about is his own, glowing self-image. The sad part is that there are people in this country who would follow Trump into what would be clearly their doom. Not me. WI

Tuesday an executive order to create an Office of Education Accountability, which will oversee items such as grading requirements, budgets and child abuse. Persons can submit anonymous tips online through a school survey form at https://governor.maryland. gov/school-survey-form. Responses won’t be conducted until Sept. 12, the same day the office’s new director, Valerie Radomsky, a former Baltimore County public school teacher, takes the reins. Hogan also plans to introduce legislation in next year’s Maryland General Assembly for a state education inspector general that would operate as an independent unit of the state Department of Education. According to the proposal, it would investigate complaints of unethical and illegal conduct in schools and hold hearings. “Our children cannot and should not have to wait until the legislature returns to Annapolis in January,” the Republican governor said. “They

deserve action, beginning right now.” The Maryland Democratic Party responded with a statement citing a 2016 state education report on how schools are underfunded by nearly $3 billion annually. The Kirwan Commission said it could possibly cost that much to increase teacher salaries, implement full-day prekindergarten for 4-year-olds and other initiatives. The party also criticized Hogan for a plan two years ago to cut $30 million in new education spending on after-school programs, college preparation and teacher retention strategies. “Larry Hogan has no vision and no plan to improve public schools,” Democratic chairwoman Kathleen Matthews said in a statement. “Instead he puts the blame on local school boards and produces misleading political ads. Maryland schools don’t need a political investigator who answers to Larry Hogan. They need adequate funding.” WI

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