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Black Women Team up to Energize Voters of Color Goal Remains to Mobilize and Leverage Power of Black Vote y D. Kevin McNeir B WI Editor Black women, all leaders in their respective cities and communities, recently participated in a roundtable tele-press conference where they addressed final efforts to get people excited, energized and ready to vote in the upcoming election. They describe their efforts as part of a voter crusade that recognizes the power of the “sister vote” in this current “state of emergency” that continues to assault Blacks in America, particularly Black women. In addition, they say they remain committed to joining forces across generations in order to mo-

bilize and leverage the power of the Black women’s vote. And make no mistake, they have their teams out early each morning until late at night in key battleground and southern states with one primary message: vote! The Black Women’s Roundtable, the intergenerational women and girl’s empowerment arm of The National Coalition on Black Civic Participation (NCBCP), launched its national multi-media campaign and a series of regional activities earlier this year, aimed at building voter enthusiasm and getting out the Black vote on Tuesday, Nov.

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Is God Dead? Certainly Not Says Fred Hammond

Gospel Legend and Friends Prepare for District Praise Fest

By D. Kevin McNeir WI Editor Sometimes life can seem overwhelming – from incomes that fall short of one’s monthly expenses to wayward children who refuse to do the right thing. But when gospel legend Fred Hammond and a few of his friends swoop down on the District next month, they promise an evening where those who believe in God as well as people simply seeking encouragement will get more than

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PRESIDENT OBAMA VISITS BANNEKER HIGH SCHOOL

Banneker Academic High School received a visit Monday morning from President Obama, as Ifunanya Chukwu Azikiwe introduced the president to the audience for what is likely his last speech on education as his final term winds down. / Photo by Shevry Lassiter

Organization Seeks to 'Stomp Out' Bullying By Stacy M. Brown WI Senior Writer A large majority of teenagers hold a very pessimistic view of the United States, with 88 percent saying that they believe the country is lacking kindness, according to a new survey released by STOMP Out Bullying, the leading national bullying and cyberbullying prevention nonprofit organization for young children and teens. Nearly all teens — 96 percent — said they believe today's lack of kindness affects the way teenagers treat other teenagers. Further, 91 percent of the teenagers surveyed

said they believe Americans lack kindness in the way they treat one another. The survey detailed the attitudes of teenagers between 13 and 17 as it pertains to the country's behavior and the effect it has on bullying among their peers. The survey is being highlighted throughout October, recognized as National Bullying Prevention Awareness Month. "Whether at school, in front of a computer screen or on digital devices, bullying and cyberbullying are unfortunately more present than ever before," Ross Ellis, founder and CEO of STOMP Out Bullying, said in a statement. "We

need to continue emphasizing the importance of kindness, which is critical not only to youth character development, but kindness can also make a positive, lasting impact on our world today." STOMP Out Bullying advocates for teaching more empathy and kindness among a diverse population of students in schools to create a positive culture, stronger communities and more student leaders, Ellis said. Earlier this month, schools throughout the District and in Maryland, including Baltimore, alerted students and others about

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W I HBreak O T the T OCycle P I C of S Women Domestic Violence COMPILED BY D. KEVIN MCNEIR / WI EDITOR

District Breaks Ground on New Anacostia Development

By Tia Carol Jones

law enforcement. She said they threat,” she said. comeWard together to bring a Bowser recentlyhad joined Among the programs Marlow of uniformity in the way wants to see implemented are 8 Councilmember LaRuby May, sense Far Southeast When Strengthening L.Y. Marlow's Collaborative (FSFSC) Ex23-year- domestic violence victims and stricter restraining order policies, Family old daughter told her the Moon father and survivors are treated. more rights for victim's families ecutive Director Perry restaurateur ofAndy her daughter threatened her “She's Shallal for the groundbreaking of theusing newher own personal to intervene on behalf of a viclife, and the life of their child, story, her own personal pain to tim, a domestic violence assessFSFSC headquarters in historic Anacostia. The she knew something had to be push forward,” Davis-Nickens ment unit coupled with further building home to the first Busboys done. Outwill of be herthefrustration said about Marlow. training for law enforcement and Poets restaurant east of the Anacostia River. with law enforcement's handling Davis-Nickens said anyone agencies, a Child's Life Protec“This projectshe is another myreads Adminof the situation, decided sign to of who Marlow's book will tion Act and mandatory counselistration’s commitment invest“get in supportive start the Saving Promise tocamit.” She said she “puts the ing for batterers. services and jobs in neighborhoods all a8 way, the average paign. caseacross in such “If we are ever going to eradiwards,” Bowser “It is cycle also a happy daycan when“It seems to besaid. a vicious person get it.” She said at the cate domestic violence, we must that my family ever won't we can turn accomplish those goals deliver endand of the day, the book will look at both sides of the coin. loose,” Marlow long-requested said. Marlow amenity, help people begin to have a dia- We need to address both the vica long-awaited, like this shared story and withPoets the audilogue about domestic violence. tim and the batterer,” Marlow futureher Busboys restaurant.” enceFSFSC at theis aDistrict Heights Also present at the event was DC-based non-profit serving children and families insaid. the Ward 8 community. The projDomestic Violence aSymposium Mildred on Muhammad, the of ex-MartinMarlow like to ect will redevelop now vacant building the 2300 block Lutherwould King, also Jr. Ave, SEsee into a on May 7 at the District Heights wife of John Allen Muhammad, programs designed to raise 20,000 square-foot facility for FSFSC’s new offices. The first floor will bring new resources and opportuMunicipal Center. The sympo- who was sentenced to six consec- awareness among children in nities to Ward 8 by housing a full-service Busboys and Poets restaurant, bookstore and hospitality training sium was sponsored by the utive life terms without parole public and private schools. She center. In addition local construction jobs, the new Busboys is expected to create approximately 100 Family and Youthto the Services by a Maryland jury for his role in feels children need to be educatsustained jobs for neighborhood Center of the city of District residents. the Beltway Sniper attacks in ed about domestic violence. Heights and the National Hook- 2002. Mildred Muhammad is “We have to stop being pasUp of Black Women. the founder of After the Trauma, sive-aggressive with poor chilMarlow has written a book, an organization that helps the dren about domestic violence,” “Color Me Butterfly,” which is a survivors of domestic violence Marlow said. story about four generations of and their children. Former World Heavyweight Champion Holmes Marlow has worked Larry to break domestic violence. The book is “I lived in fear for years. Six clergy willsixjoin District leaders in an Interfaith the and cyclepolitical of abuse in her family, inspired by her own experiences, years in fear is a long and is confident the policies she Chili time. CookItoffis at Gateway DC in Southeast on Saturday, and those of her grandmother, not an easy thingOct. to 22. come is pushing forandwill start takes thatplace Theout doors open at 11 a.m. the event her mother and her daughter. of,” she said. between 12 and 3:30process. p.m. Sparring sessions will be held from She said every time she reads Mildred Muhammad said “I plan to take these policies to 3 to 5:30 p.m. excerpts from her book, she still people who want to help a Congress and implore them to Joining Holmes will be Paul Monteiro, U.S. Department can not believe the words came domestic violence victim must change our laws,” Marlow said. of Justice, the Rev. Willie Wilson, Dr. Harriet Washington, from her. “Color Me Butterfly” be careful of how they go into “I will not stop until these poliImam Mohamed Majid and many others. The event should won the 2007 National “Best the victim's life, and understand cies are passed.” a great way for families spendJones the day is sponsored Books” Award. that she may bebe in “survival Tia to Carol can and be reached by the Interfaith Conference of Washington and Masjid Mu“I was just 16-years-old when mode”. at tiacaroljones@sbcglobal.net my eye first blackened and my “Before you gethammad. to 'I'm going Goastoa info@thenationsmosque.org for more information lips bled,” Marlow said. to kill you,' it started verbal WI Elaine Davis-Nickens, presior tickets. dent of the National Hook-Up of Black Women, said there is no consistency in the way domestic violence issues are dealt with by WI Staff Writer Mayor Muriel

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D.C. Pedestrians, Cyclists Get Protection

City Tightens Laws Against Wayward Motorists By Sarafina Wright WI Staff Writer

Pedestrians and cyclists who find themselves in collisions with motor vehicles will now be able to recover up to 100 percent of their losses from medical bills and property damages if they are found to be up to 50 percent at fault. Mayor Muriel Bowser, along with Ward 3 Council member Mary Cheh and Washington Area Bicyclist Association (WABA) Executive Director Greg Billing, signed the Motor Vehicle Collision Recovery Act of 2016 on Thursday, Oct. 13. "Our streets are made for everyone and [the act] sends a strong message that pedestrians and cyclists are welcome in the District," Bowser said. "This legislation gives much-needed legal protection to more commuters and brings more equity to the streets of D.C." The legislation, introduced by Cheh and passed by the council, changes the way a contributory negligence â&#x20AC;&#x201D; when plantiff's through their own negligence have contributed to the harm caused â&#x20AC;&#x201D; can be used in a civil case after a collision between a cyclist or pedestrian and a motor vehicle. "I'm glad that we were able to pull people together to find a solution that promotes safety

5 The lives of pedestrians remain District's focus. / Courtesy of cdc.gov and provides fair compensation for pedestrians and cyclists who are injured in an accident," Cheh said. In the past, contributory negligence made it difficult for pedestrians and cyclists to receive compensation after an accident if they were deemed to be even 1 percent at fault for a collision. "Today the District of Columbia takes an important step forward towards protecting injured crash victims," Billing said. "The passage of the Motor Vehicle Collision Recovery Act will end the unjust practice of denying claims when the vulnerable road user is partially at-fault. "Maintaining the 'last clear chance' doctrine will result in better protection for pedestrians and cyclists," he said. "D.C. joins 46 other states, which have abolished this unfair standard. WABA would like to thank the D.C. Council and Mayor Bowser." WI

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1898 – North Carolina Mutual and Provident Insurance Company is founded by John Merrick and associates in Durham as the first African-American-owned insurance company. 1904 – Civil rights activist Enolia McMillan, the first female president of the NAACP, is born in Willow Grove, Pennsylvania.

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2005 – Rosa Parks, the "first lady" of the civil rights movement, dies in Detroit at 92. She was the first woman to lie in honor at the Capitol Rotunda.

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1940 – Benjamin O. Davis Sr. is promoted to brigadier general, becoming the first African-American general in the U.S. Army. 1997 – The Million Woman March is held in Philadelphia.

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1911 – Gospel music great Mahalia Jackson is born in New Orleans. 1952 – Actress Hattie McDaniel, the first African-American to win an Academy Award, dies of breast cancer at 57 in Los Angeles. WI

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1940 – Soccer legend Pelé is born in Três Corações, Minas Gerais, Brazil. 1947 – The NAACP issues a formal petition against racism in America to the United Nations. 1958 – Famed academic and author Michael Eric Dyson is born in Detroit.

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1855 – James Henry Conyers, the first black person admitted to the United States Naval Academy, is born in Charleston, South Carolina. 1992 – Toronto Blue Jays manager Cito Gaston becomes first African-American to manage a team to the World Series title.

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The NLDS between the Washington Nationals and the Los Angeles Dodgers was the first time two Black managers squared off against each other in the postseason.What historic impact will this matchup have on baseball? JONEL HOWARD /

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I think it's great that two black managers are at the forefront of the the game, but it's honestly a shame it took this long. It's the year 2016 and we are still saying the "first black" this and that. It's a shame.

BRIAN ACHEAMPONG / WASHINGTON, D.C.

I'm a recent baseball fan, but I feel it's a good thing. I was hoping Dusty Baker and the Nats could have pulled it off, but the Dodgers were the better team. I think it's great for Dave Roberts as well and I am happy for him. I hope he goes all the way with it.

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I am not a big baseball fan, but I still see the historicalness in the situation. Also, hearing about the brothers going against each other in the playoffs piques my interest and makes me want to tune in and keep up with Major League Baseball.

GODFREY THOMPSON / WASHINGTON, D.C.

I think that it's cool for them, but I don't see it as an accomplishment. Obviously if you're a manager of a team in the MLB, you have the potential, or you're qualified, to lead a team to the playoffs, and if you're not, you get fired. They're doing their job and they're good at it. I don't like how every time a black person does something good, it's like 'oh, this has never happened before,' but it has.

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“Dreams of Returning to the Good-old Days aren’t always So Good for Everyone” Some of you may remember a song by Gladys Knight and the Pips, one of my favorites in fact, that really encouraged me when I was a teenager, attempting to navigate my way through puberty, first love, dating and the awkward transition from high school to college – “The Way We Were.” It was Gladys’ remake of a song made famous by Barbara Streisand and to me, even better than Streisand’s. Of course being a child from Motown, those Black brothers and sisters could do no wrong. But I digress. Early in the song, Gladys, who incidentally owned a home in my neighborhood where her mother lived and where she often visited with her young daughter and son in tow, much to the delight of me and my friends, shares her views about the “good old days.” She says: “Whether you believe it or not, these will become the good old days for our children. But try to remember, that kind of September when life was slow and oh, so mellow.” She goes on but you can check out the full version yourself on one of any social media sites.

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The point here is I believed that the “good old days” were something that would bring me wonderful memories later in life. Of course, at that point, I couldn’t see past the joy of being a teen with few if any real concerns that my parents couldn’t handle. Fast forward. Now, as we ready ourselves for the elections in November and the decision that Americans will make in our choice for our next president, I am reminded that the GOP candidate, Donald Trump, has often said he wants our country to return to the “good old days” – specifically as it relates to how police officers handle naysayers, opponents to the status quo and alleged lawbreakers. (Is it me or do I hear Black men in his words?) Trump says we need to get back to those days for the good of the country. He says our streets will be safer while children will no longer have to fear being struck by bullets intended for someone else. But when I hear Trump’s dream, it resurrects things I read about in our country’s turbulent history when Blacks had very few

rights, very few options and were locked into second-class citizenship. For me and those who look like me, his dream is our nightmare. The world he envisions speaks more to the way things were when my parents and grandparents were young – a world in which I would not be born for decades. In those days one could have never imagined having a Black man, or a woman for that matter, becoming the leader of our nation. Back then, in those ‘wonderfully golden years,” white men ruled. Thankfully, and of course with God’s grace, our country has moved forward, become more inclusive, abandoned notions of exclusivity, chauvinism and white privilege Or have we? We need to really listen to the words of people like Mr. Trump and the kind of vision he and his supporters have for America. Are you ready to return to the “good old days” like they are? Be careful what you ask for. Even more, be careful what you allow to occur in a country where you now, after great sacrifice, have a voice, equal rights and a vote. WI

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Creepy-Clown Hysteria Hits DMV By Stacy M. Brown WI Senior Writer

Officials ordered a lockdown earlier this month at Northwestern High School in Prince George's County, after a clown-based Instagram threat. A student in Montgomery County reportedly brought a knife to school as protection against possible clown attacks. The Loudoun County sheriff's office in Virginia reportedly announced that it was directing patrols at schools in response to the clown scare. The reports have been horrifying and dark. Clown violence has emerged as a top concern of law enforcement and parents, particularly heading into the Halloween season where creepy costumes take center stage. All across the country more clowns are being sighted as news organizations have chronicled sightings of clowns who are invariably described as "creepy" â&#x20AC;&#x201D; so much so that NBC News has kept a running ticker headlined "Today in Clown News." The news outlet also noted that the website, Atlas Obscura, has launched a useful interactive map to help residents keep track of the creepy clowns. The local incidents and the many others that have occurred around the country are driving hired clowns who perform at birthday parties and other shindigs out of business. "I have decided for a little while anyway to not put the makeup on," said Chester Delameter, who runs Chee Chee the Clown, a clown-for-hire entertainment service in several states. "I have a non-clown character called Mr. D. He has some colorful outfits but I'd like to see this die down," Delameter said. "It has hurt my business yet but I do worry about what people will think when they see a clown driving around. I also worry about the people who might want to stop me because they want to stop clowns from scaring people." Delameter also lamented that for years he's tried to help many individuals get over their fear of clowns but the rash of incidents likely will only hurt those efforts. "I'm not sure why people want to use something that should be fun and kid-friendly to scare people," he said. "I feel a clown should be bringing joy and laughter to the world, hopefully helping you to forget your troubles at least for a little while." With the fun aspect of clowns hav-

ing turned dark because of the continued threat of violence, parents have begun to examine the best way to talk to young children so they won't develop an irrational fear of clowns. They are also facing the task of keeping out of trouble fun-seeking teenagers who might believe that the creepy clown epidemic could be a fun way to play a prank on a friend or others. "I don't like scary clowns either. I don't like scary policemen. I don't like scary teachers," said Shari Nathan, best known as the world-famous "Whirlie the Clown" who has performed for numerous children charities and for celebrities including the Rolling Stones, President Reagan, Will Ferrell and Frank Zappa. "So that's how you begin the discussion with your kid. People who dress up in a clown suit and scare people are not real clowns. "Just like if someone dressed up in a fireman's costume and started fires, there not real firemen," she said. "It's only a few teens who are using this as a snow day to commit bad acts." Robin Kelman Roberts, an executive vice president with Sylvia Marketing & Public Relations in Pennsylvania, said she recently had a discussion with her children about the creepy clown epidemic. She said her 14-year-old daughter isn't scared and, because her school is near a police station, her 11-year-old also isn't afraid. However, Roberts' 9-year-old son and 9-year-old daughter are a little worried and scared. "I told my daughter who is worried that everyone is on the lookout and there have been no sightings in our area," Roberts said. "I will say I plan on paying a much closer eye on them this Halloween as I know that if they see a clown, no matter what they look like, my kids will get scared or nervous. "I can't actually say that I may not be a little nervous," she said. "My kids are hearing about it from other kids on the playground at school. Some are making fun of it and some are saying they have seen a clown in the woods." Authorities in many areas have been dispatched to unconfirmed sightings. Renowned horror writer Stephen King, whose 1986 novel "It" depicted a supernatural being that takes the form of a clown, took to Twitter to weigh in. "Hey, guys, time to cool the clown hysteria," King tweeted. "Most of them are good, cheer up kiddies, make people laugh." WI

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The Black Women For Positive Change Foundation kicks off its "National Week of Non-Violence" on the steps of the John A. Wilson Building in Northwest. The organization aims to promote activities and opportunities focusing on conflict resolution, domestic violence, anger management and police brutality. Members of the National Bar Association, the National Black Nurses Association, Inc., the Church of God in Christ, Inc. and other organizations joined BWFPCF for the annual weeklong initiative, which runs this year from Oct. 15-23. / Photo by Travis Riddick

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AROUND THE REGION BULLYING from Page 1 the effects of bullying. Baltimore County Public Schools held "Bullying Prevention Week," adorning school walls and its website with slogans like "Be Smart. Don't Start!" The campaign featured special activities each day, bullying prevention pledges for students to sign, and a day to flood social media with positive messages as a symbolic blow to cyberbullying. "We all need to remind ourselves and each other that we're always better than bullying," said BCPS Superintendent S. Dallas Dance, whose Student Advisory Council joined with Baltimore County Student Councils several years ago to create Bullying Prevention Week. "Throughout the week, our students [reminded] one another as well as the larger community to reject bullying by stopping it before it begins. All of us can be smart by opposing bullies and bullying everywhere from the start." STOMP Out Bullying officials said there have been encouraging signs of progress in the effort to end bullying. Most teens are confident in their school's ability to tackle bullying, with 61 percent saying they believe their school handles bullying issues sufficiently, according to the nonprofit's survey. Concurrently, teens themselves are becoming more empowered to stand up and report instances of bullying if they see them. Nearly two-thirds have reported instances of bullying to a teacher, parent or other authority figures. Additional findings in the survey included that 45 percent of teens see as much bullying online as they see in person; teens in the U.S. are more

likely to report instances of bullying in person than bullying online; four out of five teens have stood up to bullying; and nearly all teens believe that seeing more kindness around them will make them want to act more kindly to others. Also, boys — 35 percent — are more likely than girls — 27 percent — to see bullying occur more often online than in person and boys — 22 percent — are slightly more likely to report online bullying than girls — 17 percent. To help further the organization's mission of ending bullying,

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STOMP Out Bullying recently announced a new "ambassador," Kind the blue elephant. KIND acts as a symbol for the need to spread compassion and kindness throughout the world. "It's not surprising to see why teens have such a negative view of

our nation's behavior, given the onslaught of violence and hostility that we see on a daily basis," Ellis said. "I urge everyone to raise awareness around bullying prevention and the power of kindness this October, which is National Bullying Prevention Awareness Month." WI

5 Nearly nine in 10 teens say the U.S. lacks kindness right now and most believe it's affecting the way teens treat other teens. / Courtesy of STOMP Out Bullying

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TV SHOW HELPS WITH HOMEWORK Prince George's County Public Schools' "Count on Us" is a twohour call-in TV show that provides mathematical instruction to elementary and middle school students seeking homework help.

Students can submit their math questions by emailing cou@pgpcs.org or by calling the show hotline at 301-772-0080. PGCPS math teachers provide live, on-air assistance and answers to questions submitted before and during the show. "Count on Us" airs on Comcast channel 96 and Verizon channel 38 on Mondays and Wednesdays, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. For more information, visit www1.pgcps.org/countonus.

COMMUNITY DISCUSSIONS

Prince George's County Public Schools invites parents, students and community members to participate in a series of "Community Discussions" to continue an open dialogue on opportunities to balance enrollment in the district, among other changes.

5Students at Rosa Parks Elementary School in Hyattsville, Maryland, celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month. / Courtesy of PGCPS via Facebook

Each discussion will feature breakout groups on specific schools that may be studied for possible changes. The meetings will take place from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. as follows: Thursday, Oct. 20 James Madison Middle School 7300 Woodyard Road Upper Marlboro, MD 20772 Wednesday, Oct. 26 Accokeek Academy 14400 Berry Road Accokeek, MD 20607

Thursday, Oct. 27 Bladensburg High School 4200 57th Avenue Bladensburg, MD 20710

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and emotional and physical well-being, school officials said. Harassment is motivated by real or perceived characteristics, such as race/ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, physical or mental ability or socioeconomic status. Bullying behavior is threatening, intimidating and occurs repeatedly over time with the intent to cause harm.

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Baker Resists Call to Fire School's Chief Amid Scandals By William J. Ford WI Staff Writer @jabariwill The Prince George's County NAACP branch says public schools CEO Kevin Maxwell has violated the civil rights of public school students and should resign immediately. The organization wants County Executive Rushern L. Baker III to ask for Maxwell's resignation amid allegations of child abuse and other allegations against teachers and staff came to light this year. "What is your plan to put the school system back on the right track? We didn't get a real good answer about that," said NAACP branch president Bob Ross, who met with Baker and other school officials about three weeks ago. "The health of the children and their safety are affected. Rushern Baker asked for this position to hire a CEO. The citizens have no confidence in Maxwell being the superintendent of the schools." Some of the incidents Ross

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highlighted at an Oct. 12 news conference in Largo were a former teacher's aide and school volunteer at Judge Sylvania Woods Elementary in Glenarden charged in February with producing child pornography and a federal agency stripping the school system of more than $6 million in August after accusations of child abuse and neglect in the Head Start program. The school system's most recent scandal came last week, when Doney Olivieri, a 66-year-old foreign language teacher at DuVal High School in Lanham, was charged with second-degree assault and sexual solicitation of a minor for allegedly squeezing the chest of a 16-year-old student and asking the student for a kiss. At the Largo news conference, Ross called for the state Department of Education to audit the entire county school system and demanded that any possible replacement for Maxwell be more interactive with the community. Maxwell requested last month

for the state education agency to inspect the school's Head Start program and why it lost $6.4 million. The school board voted to relinquish Head Start on Aug. 25, but a month later announced it would institute a similar program called Early Start, covered by freezing vacant central-office positions and cutting 19 Head Start central-office positions, which would free up $5.5 million. The school system received several thousand dollars in federal grants during negotiations with the Administration for Children and Families. Baker said he is sticking with Maxwell â&#x20AC;&#x201D; for now. He plans to meet with Maxwell and his top administrators once a week "until I am satisfied we are really moving forward fast â&#x20AC;Ś so I know what is going on and I can say to people with confidence, 'Hey he's done that.'" Baker, who spoke with reporters outside the county administration building in Upper Marlboro about two hours after the

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5Prince George's County Executive Rushern L. Baker III speaks to reporters outside

the county administration building on Oct. 12 regarding public schools CEO Kevin Maxwell, who is under siege from the NAACP amid several recent scandals. / Photo by William J. Ford

NAACP news conference, praised Maxwell for improving the school system academically. He also said Maxwell has meet with staff and parents throughout the schools and even held a recent telephone town hall on student safety that

attracted more than 12,000 people. To ensure the business community supports the public schools, Baker was scheduled to speak

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Metro Board Unhappy with Proposed Fare Increase By William J. Ford WI Staff Writer @jabariwill

Metro riders could face a fare increase to help close a $275 million budget gap for fiscal 2018. Dennis Anosike, the transit agency's chief financial officer, said Thursday, Oct. 13 during a presentation to the Metro board of directors' finance committee that bus fares would jump from $1.75 to $2 as part of a proposal to close the shortfall — an increase that would generate $15 million. For rail service, the proposal increases fares from $0.04 to $0.05 per mile, which would provide a revenue surge of $20 million. He outlined the three main reasons for the budget deficit: $116 million in expenses, $100 million for maintenance and a $59 million decline in revenue and ridership. "No decisions have been made," he said. "But these are potential options" to close the budget gap. The last fare increase happened in fiscal 2014 and most of the board members aren't ready for another one. Another cost-savings idea came from an illustration that suggested closing 20 of the leastused Metrorail stations during off-peak times. Those stations include nine on the Blue and Orange lines east of Potomac Avenue in Southeast. Five of those stations — Landover, Cheverly, Morgan Boulevard, Addison Road-Seat Pleasant and Capitol Heights — are in Prince George's County. However, the photograph didn't list financial and ridership figures to compare with the other 71 stations, a fact that didn't sit well with Malcolm Augustine, who represents the county on the board. "What is that?" Augustine said of the illustration. "I am a little troubled to put up such as a dramatic slide with no numbers. I am very concerned about that." Catherine Hudgins, who represents Fairfax County on the agency's board, said to simply not explore the possibility of a fare increase wouldn't be fair. "I don't agree that we absolutely should have no fare increase," she said. "There has to be some give and take on all of this." Metro board chairman and

D.C. Councilman Jack Evans disagrees. "Fare increases are like tax hikes. They are unfair to people," he said. Metro General Manager Paul J. Wiedefeld said he plans to have a proposed fiscal 2018 budget ready by next month. Public hearings on the document will be held in January and February with adoption scheduled for March. Evans and Weidefeld also spoke to reporters after the board's several committee meetings. One topic addressed was Thursday night's Washington Nationals game against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Nationals Park, which began at 8 p.m. but didn't until well past midnight, the closing time for Metrorail stations. Wiedefeld, who said before the game that he would not extend the service cutoff time for the night — "We have to set the standard and stick to it" — was excoriated afterwards on social media and sports-talk radio blasted Metro for its decision. Even former Washington Redskins quarterback Joe Theismann had a few words for the agency the day after the Nationals lost, 4-3. "I want to say something about the people who run Metro: You are not very nice people," former Washington Redskins quarterback Joe Theismann said Friday on 106.7 FM. "To shut down the Metro at midnight and not [give] the fans the opportunity to get home? My God. Look at the decisions regarding the Metro anyway. Have there been any good ones? It was Game 5. This was one of those rare opportunities for the fans to come out and support the team. I was disappointed for the fans sake."

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Metro officials provided an update on the first eight phases, or surges, of the agency's SafeTrack maintenance program. According to internal data, some of the track work included the installation of more than 17,000 crossties, 10,000 fasteners and 3,100 insulators. In addition, about 530 high-voltage cables have been replaced so far. The ninth surge currently underway, with continuous single-tracking on the Orange Line between Vienna and West Falls Church in Northern Virginia, is

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scheduled to end Oct. 26. Riders on the Red Line have received information on the 10th surge set to begin Oct. 29 with part of the line shutdown between the NoMa-Galludet and Fort Totten stations in North-

east and complete work Nov. 22, two days before Thanksgiving. The Brookland-CUA and Rhode Island Avenue stations will be closed during that time. The 11th surge will start Nov. 28 and run through Dec. 21,

with single-tracking to return on the Orange and Silver lines between the East Falls Church and West Falls Church stations. Surges 12 through 15 are scheduled to begin next year.. WI

5Metro Chief Financial Officer Dennis Anosike (center) briefs the agency's finance committee on Oct. 13 about its $275 million budget shortfall. / Photo by William J. Ford

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BUSINESS D.C. Job Fair Targets Millennials By Sarafina Wright WI Staff Writer Millennials in the District looking for work got the chance to attend a hiring fair specifically for them as part of a weeklong series to engage and strategize on how this community will sustain the job market. Mayor Muriel Bowser spoke at the High-Demand Career Symposium, a signature event of Millennial Week, on Tuesday, Oct. 11 at Arena Stage in Southwest about the vision she has for young people looking to make a life in the nation's capital.

"When I speak to millennials, they say 'when I look at a place where I can grow it's Washington, D.C.,'" Bowser said. The mayor contended that out of the 650,000 plus residents in the District, millennials make up 30 percent of the population. "We know that they need opportunities and good paying jobs," she said. "We hear you loud and clear. We know that you're hungry not just for a job, but for an opportunity." Courtney Snowden, deputy mayor for the city's Office of Greater Economic Opportunity, said the Bowser administration is pleased to see in-

Prince George's Residents Hear Traffic Plan for Casino Resort

5Prince George's County residents gather at Friendly High School in Fort Washington on Oct. 12 to hear about a traffic plan for the MGM casino resort scheduled to open at the National Harbor on Dec. 8. / Photo by William J. Ford

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creased job growth and unemployment decrease in the past year, especially in Wards 7 and 8. "Andy Shallal, chair of the Workforce Investment Council, employs more than 700 people in the District and this will continue to grow as we just celebrated the groundbreaking of bringing Busboys and Poets to Ward 8," Snowden said. "We know that millennials want to own homes and businesses and to do that they need access." Shallal, Busboys owner and philanthropist, said millennials in D.C. should always be a high priority. "Millennials are the reason we were designated the coolest city in America, but it can't remain a cool city if the unemployment rate for Black men and women remain in the double-digits," he said. "We have a lot to offer and this is a great city because of the diversity in ethnicity and cultures, but without a job and improving the literacy rate people aren't going to be able to afford to stay here." Charlyne Anderson, 33, said even though she is underemployed, she doesn't want to return to her hometown of Dallas because D.C. has so much to offer. "I have a background in executive support and I am interested in technology startups, so this is the

By William J. Ford WI Staff Writer @jabariwill Residents in the southern part of Prince George's County can expect upwards of 25,000 people pouring into the MGM National Harbor casino resort over a 24hour period when it officially opens at midnight Dec. 8 â&#x20AC;&#x201D; a likely traffic nightmare county officials are already gearing up to handle. Police Chief Hank Stawinski led a presentation to inform a few hundred people inside the Friendly High School auditorium in Fort Washington on a proposed traffic management plan that may bring an estimated 9,000 to 10,000 vehicles to the casino. "This is going to be an overview a very sophisticated plan," Stawinski said Oct. 12. "This is not a done [deal]." Stawinski admitted MGM will be a unique business in the county because it will have constant activity for a 24-hour period. Those in the Oxon Hill and Fort Washington communities already experience heavy

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5Job seekers are offered a free headshot at the High-Demand Career Symposium and Hiring Fair at Arena Stage in southwest D.C. on Oct. 11. / Photo by Sarafina Wright

place to be," she said. The companies at the hiring fair seeking millennial talent included Wells Fargo, Prudential, Rigil, Sapient, Teach for America and the Workforce Investment Council. "Even though I am unemployed, I am looking to grow," Anderson

said. "The market is vibrant right now and I want to take advantage of that, but there is still a lot of red tape. "I am hoping something will come out of attending the fair, because I don't want to leave D.C.," she said. WI

traffic, especially along Oxon Hill Road and Route 210. County officials are recommending to find alternative routes from those roads during peak times. To help alleviate traffic when the casino opens, according to the traffic document, one of the main access points for drivers coming from the north on Interstate 95 will enter on Bald Eagle Road in Oxon Hill. Casino patrons coming from the south in Virginia will enter the property also off Interstate 95. Motorists on the casino property can park in a garage with 4,800 spaces. If the spaces are filled, then an additional 1,200 spaces will be available in three other parking lots. MGM employees will arrive in staggered shifts, park at the Rosecroft Raceway in Oxon Hill and ride shuttle buses to and from the property. The casino resort will house a 300-room hotel, about 125,000 square feet of casino space of gaming tables and slot machines and more than 27,000 square feet of convention and meeting space. R&B singer Bruno Mars

will be MGM's first act at its 3,000-seat theater Dec. 27. "There will be congestion and traffic," Stawinski said. "The plan is to minimize the impact as [much] as possible." Mark Moore, executive director of security for MGM, said about 18 electronic messaging boards will posted in the area to alert drivers about traffic. He said the company has partnered with ride-sharing companies Uber and Lyft to help decrease vehicular traffic. "Take advantage of the most convenient travel options," he said. "Don't let traffic get in the way of your fun. MGM National Harbor is a place to have fun." Several meetings will be held to discuss the proposal that can be viewed at http:// www.princegeorgescountymd. gov/2628/MGM-Grand-Traffic-Plan. Some residents such as Sue Christian of Fort Washington wants to see a plan to decrease traffic on Route 210. "There's always traffic on 210, even on the weekends,"

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Prisons: The New Plantations al and private prisons throughout the country. Another 4.5 million people are on probation or parole, totaling 6.8 million people — one of every 35 adults. More than 70

percent of the imprisoned population is people of color. Blacks' inaction is severing our communities. We need to stop accepting the ways "politics as usual"

are affecting where we live. Black leaders and legislators are lacking regarding this issue. America remains a substantially racially segregated residentially and eco-

nomically. Inside urban enclaves, black and poor people are regularly targeted by law enforcements officers and officials. "War on Drugs"

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by William Reed The prison industry complex is one of the fastest-growing industries in the United States. How are these businesses affecting black American economies? It's time to take note of the rapid expansion of the U.S. inmate population and "prison-industrial complex" companies and businesses that supply such goods and services to government prison agencies. The public should take note of corporations that contract prison labor, construction companies that build facilities, surveillance technology vendors, companies that operate prison food services and medical facilities, private probation companies, the lawyers and lobby groups that represent them. Then they should investigate as to which, if any, of these contract services are outsourced to blacks. About $70 billion are spent annually on corrections in the U.S. There are more African-American men in jails and prisons or on parole or probation today than were enslaved in 1850. Blacks should take collective umbrage to ways this new level of Jim Crow. Prison labor has its roots in slavery. After the Civil War, a system of "hiring out" prisoners was introduced in order to continue the slavery tradition. Freed slaves were charged with not carrying out sharecropping commitments (cultivating someone else's land in exchange for part of the harvest) or petty thievery — and were then "hired out" for cotton picking, working in mines and building railroads. High incarcerations negatively affect blacks' economics. Corporate reciprocity could help communities effected by high black incarceration. One in 51 Americans is on probation or parole. African-Americans constitute a million of 2.2 million incarcerated prisoners. Blacks have six times the incarceration rate of whites. Blacks have to vote responsively to this crisis. There are approximately 2.5 million inmates in state, feder-

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NATIONAL Study: Adult-to-Youth Ratio Affects Graduation Rates By Stacy M. Brown WI Senior Writer The number of homeless families in the District has soared by more than 30 percent from a year ago, according to a report earlier this year — the first time since the annual census began in 2001 that homeless children and their parents outnumbered homeless single adults. The report noted that on one day in late January, officials counted 4,667 homeless children and their parents, compared to 3,683 single adults. Now, in a new and first-of-itskind study, the Center for Promise at Boston University's School of Education has found that for every seven more adults in a neighborhood in the United States, one few-

er young person leaves school. The study revealed how a community's adult-to-youth ratio affects high school graduation rates. Researchers have provided a public access map that will allow everyone to see the ratios by zip codes, including all D.C. neighborhoods. "Young people need an array of social supports to get on and stay on a positive educational course," said Jonathan Zaff of Boston University School of Education, the executive director of the Center for Promise and lead author of the study. "Without a sufficient number of adults in a community, young people might not have access to these supports. "Supportive relationships — with mentors, teachers, coaches, faith leaders, other school and non-

5 A new study revealed the importance of having enough adults in a community to ensure success for young individuals. / Courtesy photo

profit staff — constitute a web of support that can keep young people engaged in school and connected to their communities," Zaff said. The study, titled: "Who's Minding the Neighborhood? The Role of Adult Capacity in Keeping Young People on a Path to Graduation," supports the GradNation campaign to raise high school graduation rates to 90 percent by 2020, Boston University officials said. While there has been a steady improvement in the overall rate of youth quitting school, from a high of 14 percent in 1970 down to 6 percent in 2010, researchers have long noted substantial variation by state, city and neighborhood. Using Decennial Census data from 1970 to 2010, Center for Promise researchers looked into reasons for the variation. Focused solely on metropolitan

areas throughout the United States, researchers examined the ratio of adults 25 and older to school-aged youth ages 6 to 17 in a zip code to understand whether the number of adults affects the "status dropout rate," or the number of young people who leave school before graduating. The researchers use a community's adult-to-youth ratio as a proxy for determining a community's "adult capacity." While some researchers have studied adult-to-youth ratios in the United States, none have looked at the implications of these ratios on education, the study's authors noted. Among the key findings were that the adult capacity in a community is related to a decrease in the rate of youth leaving school. A 1 percent increase in the adult-

to-youth ratio results in a 1 percent decrease in the rate of young people leaving school. In real-world terms, this result means that for every seven additional adults in the neighborhood, one fewer young person leaves school early. The study also found that race matters, specifically in predominantly African-American communities, in amplifying this effect. The effect of the adult-to-youth ratio is amplified in neighborhoods that are comprised mostly of black residents, increasing the effect by 10 percent in those communities. Since the average black resident lives in a neighborhood that is approximately two-thirds black in 11 of the 100 largest metropolitan areas in the country, the potential benefits of this amplified effect can-

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Countdown Begins for Opening of ‘The Wharf’ Southwest Residents Excited, But Fear Traffic Nightmares By Sarafina Wright WI Staff Writer After more than a decade of planning and development, The Wharf kicked off a 365-day countdown until its grand opening by unveiling a countdown clock visible from Maine Avenue. The developers Hoffman-Madison Waterfront [HMW] announced on Wednesday, Oct. 12, that they will substantially complete the first phase of the mile-long waterfront neighborhood by Oct. 12, 2017. “This clock serves as a reminder that after 10 years of hard work, multiple acts of Congress and approval from more than two dozen federal and District agencies, we are nearing the finish line for the completion of Phase I of The Wharf and our vision of a truly transformative waterfront community in Southwest D.C. becomes reality,” said Monty Hoffman, founder and CEO, PN Hoffman.

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“We are working with our many partners and tenants to ensure that residents and visitors to The Wharf will be able to enjoy a vibrant mix of exhilarating experiences from day one.” Paved in stone, shaded by trees and lined with a wooden bench at the water's edge, the European inspired development will feature over 75 restaurants, businesses and residential options. Andy Litsky, a 40-year resident of Southwest and chairperson of Advisory Neighborhood Commission 6D said he can’t wait to try everything The Wharf will have to offer. “We’ve got less than a year to go before the ribbons are cut and this will be a transformation of the waterfront that we have long sought for quite some time,” Litsky said. “We had very strong negotiations with the city and with the developers prior to this project and it has been like a partnership with the whole community all of whom all

strongly supportive of the project.” Litsky asserted that his Southwest community sought a number of things from the developers looking to do business in their neighborhood. “We wanted to make sure they understood that they were building adjacent to a long-standing residential community,” he said. “Our community also said that we want it to be inclusive and not become an enclave of $300 plate restaurants.” Twenty years ago Litsky and many of his neighbors raised $110,000 to do a study on how to activate the waterfront. “This is the beginning of what we have been trying to do for decades.” Litsky, along with his constituents, said they’re thrilled to take advantage of the restaurants and recreation, but remain worried about the increase in traffic in their quiet neighborhood and how the city plans to manage it. “The thing that most folks are

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concerned about is management of traffic and proper transportation,” he said. “It’s going to be crowded with a lot of people on the street. We are going to have to make sure that the city and metro step up their game to ensure that this enormous resource is accessible and not stock us in with an unconscionable amount of traffic.” The Wharf will open with nearly 225,000 square feet of office space, 175,000 square feet of restaurant and retail space, 870 residences,

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Eugenie Mukeshimana was a young adult and eight months pregnant when the genocide began in Rwanda in 1994. She gave birth while hiding from extremist Hutu genocidaires and, at the end of the genocide, was forced as a widow to begin rebuilding her life, finding solace in working with communities that have been divided and disintegrated as a result of the dastard massacre. Last month, Mukeshimana traveled to the nation's capital to participate in the Refugee Congress, an advocacy and advisory organiza-

tion comprised of refugees, asylum seekers and stateless individuals from each of the 50 United States and the District of Columbia. Their mission is to promote the well-being, integration and dignity of all refugees, asylum seekers and stateless individuals in the U.S. and beyond by bringing their voices and experiences to inform decision-makers on domestic and international issues and policies that affect those groups. "I have been raising awareness about conflicts that cause people to leave home in search for a safer place to rebuild their lives," Mukeshimana said. "I use my voice as a survivor of one of the worst conflicts

5 Eugenie Mukeshimana and her daughter Ariane Umutoni immigrated to America in 2001 after surviving the Rwandan genocide. / Courtesy photo

to educate students and teachers, policy makers both at the [United Nations] and U.S. lawmakers, and the general public. The hope is that they would put pressure on their representative to do more to help those in need as well as reach out to others in their community to continue the support for humanitarian programs that help refugees around the world." Mukeshimana, who settled in Maryland, has spoken to cadets

D.C. Council Advances JuvenileJustice Reform Legislation By Lauren Poteat WI Contributing Writer D.C. Council members have cast an unanimous vote to move forward on juvenile-justice reforms. Passed on Oct. 11, the Comprehensive Youth Justice Amendment Act of 2016 will change the course of city laws regarding the detainment of minors. Ward 5 Council Member and Judiciary Committee Chair Kenyan McDuffie, who introduced the bill in April, celebrated the progress thus far of the well-received legislation. "Parents, members of the youth and advocates in the community have given such positive feedback in regard to this bill," he said. "As a native Washingtonian, former prosecutor, Chairman of the Judiciary Committee and activist, I understand the D.C. youth juvenile system. "When young people walk

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through the doors of the court, that is a big turning point for their lives and how the government acts affects the rest of their lives," McDuffie said. "This is a landmark legislation, very comprehensive in detail." More than half of all juvenile suicides happen in solitary confinement, with juveniles being 36 times more likely to commit suicide in an adult jail than in juvenile detention and 19 times more likely to kill themselves in isolation than in general public, according to the Campaign for Youth Justice, one of the bill's main proponents. Mirroring President Barack Obama's executive action earlier this year to ban solitary confinement for juveniles, the proposed reform is expected to redefine the term "child" to include more people, setting a precedent that will allow more troubled youth a chance at rehabilitation instead of incarceration. The new bill is also reportedly

5 Ward 5 Council member Kenyan McDuffie / WIFile Photo by Patricia Little

expected to focus on ways of keeping youth out of the justice system, reduce over-incarceration, ensure age-appropriate sentencing, improve conditions of confinement and expand oversight, with McDuffie leading the way. "Youth rehabilitation not only improves the lives of the youth, but it improves the public safety as well," the councilman said. The D.C. Council will now reexamine the bill in the first of two upcoming votes. WI

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at West Point Military Academy about gender risks in armed conflicts and has also worked with legal counsels and other professionals to assist individuals who are in the process of adjusting their immigration status. "I provide social and emotional support, language and cultural integration guidance to newcomers," she said. "Many have gone through unimaginable pain. "Now that they feel safe here, they often are in a better place to deal with feeling and pains that they have been suppressing and pushing aside for so long," Mukeshimana said, adding that she also helps organize events such as retreats to strengthen the sense of community among survivors and use those gatherings to provide training for critical skills. "One of such retreats was held two years ago at Harvard Law School, and brought together over 40 genocide survivors," she said. Mukeshimana emigrated to the United States in 2001 to pursue a degree in social work at the College of St. Rose in Albany, New York. She soon noticed that her classmates and teachers had little or no knowledge about the tragedy she had personally suffered seven years earlier. That inspired her to embark on a new mission to educate students, teachers and other community groups about the crime of genocide, she said. After graduating, Mukeshimana worked with homeless families in New York and in New Jersey, helping them to regain housing stability and jump-start their lives.

In 2010, as a result of increased demand for assistance by fellow genocide survivors who also emigrated to America and had no support system to help them address the unique challenges they face, Mukeshimana founded the Genocide Survivor's Support Network, a charitable organization with a mission to help genocide survivors rebuild their lives and educate communities about the crime of genocide. "Sometimes, under the circumstances of heavy grief and pain, you forget the normalcy of life. It's not normal to dig up mass graves and attend funerals every weekend like we did in Rwanda in the years that followed the genocide," Mukeshimana said. "Everyone refugee carries scars of the horrors they have experienced. Some are visible, others are invisible. Despite this burden, when given a chance, they try to carry on and make life better for themselves and their children. "I want people to remember that refugees are people, too," she said. "Like everybody else, they too have dreams, skills, are faithful, and want to live a peaceful life. They share in our cultural values such as quality education, hard work, and perseverance. "They may not get off the plane loaded with skills, but are fast learners and will make it here if we give them a chance," Mukeshimana said. "After all, they have been tested in life in ways that words can't even describe and yet, they still believe in humanity and have not given up on living. How can we give up on them?" WI

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By Lauren Poteat WI Contributing Writer Native Americans across the nation are rising en masse to protest the construction of the 1,172-mile Dakota Access oil pipeline. In what may be the largest gathering of indigenous nations in modern American history, native people continue to fight Dakota pipelines that may reportedly run within a half-mile of the Standing Rock Sioux reservation beneath the Missouri River, polluting the drinking water and disturbing sacred tribal sites. Despite approaching cold weather and continued blowback efforts from police — including pepper spray, dog attacks and arrests — thousands of Native Americans have encamped around the confluence of the Missouri and Cannonball Rivers in solidarity and support since midsummer. Unpa Nunpa, a 48-year-old Standing Rock Lakota whose daughter was one of the first to climb the property fence in defiance of bulldozers at one of the burial grounds, voiced his concern. "This is the fearless generation," he did, NBC News reported. "So now we have a

generation and there's hundreds of them just here in this camp, who are fearless and aren't afraid to get their ass kicked. In fact, they want to kick some ass now." Ignited by a lawsuit filed in July against the Army Corps of Engineers, the agency that approved the project, Standing Rock Tribe members argued that the company had failed to consult the tribe as required by federal law. The tribe said they are prepared to continue the standoff well into the winter if necessary. In August, Gov. Jack Dalrymple declared a state of emergency in North Dakota, warning executives at the pipeline company that his administration could no longer "protect their workers adequately." Roughly 140 people have been arrested thus far, some of whom reportedly have been subjected to strip-searches and being held for days without bond at at the Morton County jail, even when facing minor misdemeanor charges. Nevertheless, indigenous tribes from all across the United States continue to support the Standing Rock tribe, reportedly planting corn and willow trees in the pathways of the pipelines on Sept. 25. WI

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By Hamil R. Harris WI Contributing Writer District officials are applauding a recent study showing that more than 25,000 residents who previously had no health insurance are now covered. But though nearly half of residents who were uninsured now have coverage, it isn't translating into more space at one of the city's busiest emergency rooms, which saw more than 60,000 adults and 30,000 children last year. The DC Health Benefit Exchange Authority (DCHBEA), which commissioned the study, found that the D.C. government has made huge gains in insuring the previously uninsured. Mila Kofman, executive director of the DC Health Benefit Exchange Authority, called the reduction of the number of uninsured D.C. residents by half in just three years a "tremendous achievement." While Kofman praised several city agency officials and their community partners for decreasing the number of uninsured, officials at the United Medical Center say the fact that more people are insured has not changed anything at their facility.

"Our ER has not seen any decrease, we are still very busy," said David Thompson, spokesman for the United Medical Center. "If people are sick in the middle of the night, they come to the ER, when who they need to see is their primary care physician." The United Medical Center has the third-busiest ER in the city, and many of the people it treats actually have health insurance and could be treated in an office, Thompson said. Two years ago, the hospital started a program called Fast Track designed to cut down on the number of patients who weren't critically ill. Despite UMC's conundrum, Leighton Ku, chair of the Research Committee of the Executive Board of DCHBEA and professor of health policy at George Washington University, is optimistic about the future of President Obama's signature legislation. "Clearly, the Affordable Care Act is working in the District of Columbia," Ku said in a statement. "We are working together to be a national model for increasing insurance coverage and improving access to health care for District residents and small businesses." WI

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Africare House, one of the leading black American nonprofit international development organizations, is ushering in a new wave of innovation under its latest president and CEO, Robert L Mallett. Assuming office in 2015, Mallett brings a vast background in nonprofit development and law experience. "You know, when someone impacts your life in a positive way, you always remember that person, even if they don't remember you," Mallett said. "It is so powerful to be a part of something where you have the ability to come into a place and positively affect the lives of thousands of people and not even know how much you mean to them. "So when I thought about all of the differences that I had a chance to make, in the lives of so many different people, that is when I decided to join Africare," he said. Established in 1970 under the leadership of C. Payne Lucas, then-director of the Peace Corps Office of Returned Volunteers, and Joseph C. Kennedy, former Peace Corps director in Sierra Leone, the 46-year-old organization has given more than $1 billion in Africa assistance. Currently serving 15 African countries including Ghana, Mali and Uganda, with special fields in economic development, nutrition, women and youth empowerment, water, sanitation and hygiene, Mallet notes Africare's increased challenge to increase resources,

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ricare House in Northwest on Monday, Oct. 17, Robert L. Mallett, Africare president and CEO, shared with The Washington Informer some African art from both his personal collection and those belonging to Africare. / Photo by Travis Riddick

build a stronger workforce team and affect more people. With historical roots in defined collaboration between black Americans and African natives,

Malette looks to rebridge gaps and reconnect with the black American community. "The support of the African-American community, Af-

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"I have always grappled with finding resources that bridged the gap for students between conceptual understanding, procedural fluency, and application. Many curriculums provided an abundance of procedural fluency problems, few application problems, and failed to provide the ladder to help students go from concrete to abstract in their understanding. The Eureka Math curriculum does that: It is cohesive, rigorous, and

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"When you want children to have a deeper understanding of math, they need to first know the 'why' behind what they are doing: Why am I learning this, and how is this applicable to my life? I always make real-world connections for my children, and Common Core math helps students develop that deeper understanding." — Gina Ughiovhe, kindergarten teacher at John Tyler Elementary School in Southeast

PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOLS IMPROVING: REPORT

A newly-released citywide report shows public charter school quality continuing to rise. The report by the DC Public Charter School Board is a comprehensive look at education for public charter schools throughout D.C. that serve pre-kindergarteners to 12th-graders and for adult

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programs. The results show students living in every ward of the city are benefitting from attending "Tier 1," or top-performing, public charter schools. "We are pleased that the highest number of students ever are receiving a quality education at pre-K-8 Tier 1 public charter schools this year," said Scott Pearson, executive director of the board. While the Oct. 13 release covers schools serving grades pre-K-8, school board officials will release results for high school and adult public charter schools in early November. "As more and more families choose D.C. public charter schools

for their children, improving the already high level of quality across all of our schools continues to be our top priority," said Darren Woodruff, board chairman.

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The DC Public Charter School Board mourns the recent passing of Cassandra Pinkney, Eagle Academy Public Charter School leader and founder. Pinkney dedicated herself to the students of Eagle Academy, which since its founding in 2003 has grown from 117 students to serving more than 700 students at two campuses.

Pinkney is remembered as a tireless crusader of compassion who worked to rehabilitate youth who emerged from the juvenile-justice system. "Her vision was bright, and she was able to serve those children very, very well," said Ramona Edelin, executive director of the D.C. Association of Chartered Public Schools.

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Debbie Allen Employs Dance to Address Nation’s Gun Violence Dilemma 3“Freeze Frame . . . Stop the Madness,” written, directed and choreographed by three-time Emmy Award-winner Debbie Allen, will soon hit the District with five shows at the Kennedy Center and promises to engage the audience in a fusion of dance, music, film and theater while addressing a world where gangs, poverty, violence and drugs have become everyday realities. The program (Oct. 27 – 30) serves as part of the Center’s year-long centennial celebration honoring the legacy of former President John F. Kennedy and will include a provocative post-performance panel discussion featuring Whoopi Goldberg as host (Oct. 29). Look for our review of the show and make sure you’re in the house for this not-to-be-missed show. For tickets call 800-444-1324 or go to www.kennedy-center.org. / Photos courtesy of the Kennedy Center

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WARDS 1,3,5 & 6 ANC XXXX ANC XXXX ANC XXXX PRECINCT XXX DISTRITO ELECTORAL XXX BOLETA OFICIAL ELECCIÓN GENERAL

OFFICIAL BALLOT GENERAL ELECTION

DISTRITO DE COLUMBIA MARTES, 8 DE NOVIEMBRE 2016

DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 2016

INSTRUCCIONES PARA EL VOTANTE

INSTRUCTIONS TO VOTER 1. TO VOTE YOU MUST DARKEN THE OVAL ( ) TO THE LEFT OF YOUR CHOICE COMPLETELY. An oval ( ) darkened to the left of the name of any candidate indicates a vote for the candidate. 2. Use only a blue or black ink pen. 3. If you make a mistake, ask for a new ballot. 4. For a Write-in candidate, darken the oval and write the name of the person on the line.

1. PARA VOTAR DEBE RELLENAR EL OVALÓ ( )A LA IZQUIERDA DE SU PREFERENCIA COMPLETAMENTE. Un ovaló ( ) totalmente relleno a la izquierda del nombre de un candidato indica un voto por ese candidato. 2. Use solamente un boligrafo azul o negro. 3. Si comete un error, pedir una nueva boleta. 4. Para votar por un candidato por escrito, rellene el ovaló y escriba el nombre de la persona en la linea.

FEDERAL FEDERAL

DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA DISTRITO DE COLUMBIA

ELECTORS OF PRESIDENT AND VICE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES

AT - LARGE MEMBER OF THE COUNCIL

AT - LARGE MEMBER STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION

ELECTORES DE PRESIDENTE Y VICE PRESIDENTE DE LOS ESTADOS UNIDOS

MIEMBRO POR ACUMULACIÓN DEL CONSEJO VOTE FOR NO MORE THAN Two(2) VOTE POR NO MÁS DE DOS (2)

VOTE FOR NO MORE THAN One (1) VOTE POR NO MÁS DE UNO (1)

Gary Johnson - Bill Weld

VOTE FOR NO MORE THAN One (1) VOTE POR NO MÁS DE UNO (1)

Matthew Klokel

Mary Lord

LIBERTARIAN / LIBERTARIO

MIEMBRO POR ACUMULACIÓN DE LA JUNTA ESTATAL DE EDUCACIÓN

STATEHOOD GREEN / ESTADIDAD-VERDE DE DC

INDEPENDENT/ INDEPENDIENTE

John C. Cheeks

Tony Donaldson, Jr.

Donald J. Trump - Michael R. Pence

G. Lee Aikin

Ashley Carter

Jill Stein - Ajamu Baraka

STATEHOOD GREEN / ESTADIDAD-VERDE DE DC

REPUBLICAN/ REPUBLICANO

Carolina Celnik

Hillary Clinton - Tim Kaine

INDEPENDENT/ INDEPENDIENTE

Robert White

DELEGATE TO THE U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

DEMOCRATIC / DEMÓCRATA

DELEGADO A LA CÁMARA DE REPRESENTANTES DE LOS ESTADOS UNIDOS

Write-in / Candidato "Por Escrito"

Natale (Lino) Stracuzzi

STATEHOOD GREEN / ESTADIDAD-VERDE DE DC

Eleanor Holmes Norton

UNITED STATES REPRESENTATIVE

VOTE FOR NO MORE THAN One (1) VOTE POR NO MÁS DE UNO (1)

Martin Moulton

Referéndum Consultivo sobre la Resolución para la Ley de Admisión del Estado de Nueva Columbia de 2016 Solicitar a los votantes el 8 de noviembre de 2016, a través de un referéndum consultivo, si el Consejo debería pedir al Congreso a promulgar una ley de admisión a la estadidad para admitir al Estado de Nueva Columbia como estado de la Unión. Asesorar al Consejo para aprobar esta propuesta establecería que los ciudadanos del Distrito de Columbia ("Distrito") (1) están de acuerdo en que el Distrito debe ser admitida en la Unión como el Estado de Nueva Columbia; (2) aprueban una Constitución del Estado de Nueva Columbia que se adopte por el Consejo; (3) aprueban los límites del Estado de Nueva Columbia, como aprobado por la Comisión para la Estadidad de Nueva Columbia el 28 de junio de 2016; y (4) están de acuerdo en que el Estado de Nueva Columbia garantizará una forma de gobierno representativo electo. ¿Asesorarán los votantes del Distrito de Columbia al Consejo para aprobar o rechazar esta propuesta? YES, to approve / SÌ, para aprobar NO, to reject / NO, para rechazar

ANC - XXXX

REPRESENTANTE DE LOS ESTADOS UNIDOS

DEMOCRATIC / DEMÓCRATA

Shall the voters of the District of Columbia advise the Council to approve or reject this proposal?

VOTE FOR NO MORE THAN One (1) VOTE POR NO MÁS DE UNO (1)

Write-in / Candidato "Por Escrito"

VOTE FOR NO MORE THAN One (1) VOTE POR NO MÁS DE UNO (1)

Advisory Referendum on the State of New Columbia Admission Act Resolution of 2016 To ask the voters on November 8, 2016, through an advisory referendum, whether the Council should petition Congress to enact a statehood admission act to admit the State of New Columbia to the Union. Advising the Council to approve this proposal would establish that the citizens of the District of Columbia (“District”) (1) agree that the District should be admitted to the Union as the State of New Columbia; (2) approve of a Constitution of the State of New Columbia to be adopted by the Council; (3) approve the State of New Columbia’s boundaries, as adopted by the New Columbia Statehood Commission on June 28, 2016; and (4) agree that the State of New Columbia shall guarantee an elected representative form of government.

ADVISORY NEIGHBORHOOD COMMISSIONER COMISIONADO DEL VECINDARIO CONSULTIVO

David Grosso

Write-in / Candidato "Por Escrito"

ADVISORY REFERENDUM B REFERÉNDUM CONSULTIVO B

Write-in / Candidato "Por Escrito"

REPUBLICAN/ REPUBLICANO

DEMOCRATIC / DEMÓCRATA

DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA DISTRITO DE COLUMBIA

Candidate 1 Write-in / Candidato "Por Escrito"

LIBERTARIAN / LIBERTARIO

Franklin Garcia

Write-in / Candidato "Por Escrito"

DEMOCRATIC / DEMÓCRATA

Write-in / Candidato "Por Escrito"

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VOTE AMBOS LADOS

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OFFICIAL BALLOT GENERAL ELECTION

DISTRITO DE COLUMBIA MARTES, 8 DE NOVIEMBRE 2016

DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 2016

INSTRUCCIONES PARA EL VOTANTE

FEDERAL FEDERAL

DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA DISTRITO DE COLUMBIA

ELECTORS OF PRESIDENT AND VICE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES

AT - LARGE MEMBER OF THE COUNCIL

AT - LARGE MEMBER STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION

ELECTORES DE PRESIDENTE Y VICE PRESIDENTE DE LOS ESTADOS UNIDOS VOTE FOR NO MORE THAN One (1) VOTE POR NO MÁS DE UNO (1)

MIEMBRO POR ACUMULACIÓN DEL CONSEJO VOTE FOR NO MORE THAN Two(2) VOTE POR NO MÁS DE DOS (2)

MIEMBRO POR ACUMULACIÓN DE LA JUNTA ESTATAL DE EDUCACIÓN VOTE FOR NO MORE THAN One (1) VOTE POR NO MÁS DE UNO (1)

Gary Johnson - Bill Weld

Matthew Klokel

Mary Lord

Jill Stein - Ajamu Baraka

John C. Cheeks

Tony Donaldson, Jr.

Donald J. Trump - Michael R. Pence

G. Lee Aikin

Ashley Carter

Hillary Clinton - Tim Kaine

Carolina Celnik

LIBERTARIAN / LIBERTARIO

STATEHOOD GREEN / ESTADIDAD-VERDE DE DC REPUBLICAN/ REPUBLICANO DEMOCRATIC / DEMÓCRATA

Write-in / Candidato "Por Escrito"

DELEGATE TO THE U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES DELEGADO A LA CÁMARA DE REPRESENTANTES DE LOS ESTADOS UNIDOS VOTE FOR NO MORE THAN One (1) VOTE POR NO MÁS DE UNO (1)

Natale (Lino) Stracuzzi

STATEHOOD GREEN / ESTADIDAD-VERDE DE DC

Eleanor Holmes Norton DEMOCRATIC / DEMÓCRATA

LIBERTARIAN / LIBERTARIO INDEPENDENT/ INDEPENDIENTE STATEHOOD GREEN / ESTADIDAD-VERDE DE DC REPUBLICAN/ REPUBLICANO

David Grosso

INDEPENDENT/ INDEPENDIENTE

Robert White

DEMOCRATIC / DEMÓCRATA

Write-in / Candidato "Por Escrito"

TURN OVER / VOLTEAR LA BOLETA

VOTE AMBOS LADOS

DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA DISTRITO DE COLUMBIA ADVISORY REFERENDUM B REFERÉNDUM CONSULTIVO B Advisory Referendum on the State of New Columbia Admission Act Resolution of 2016 To ask the voters on November 8, 2016, through an advisory referendum, whether the Council should petition Congress to enact a statehood admission act to admit the State of New Columbia to the Union. Advising the Council to approve this proposal would establish that the citizens of the District of Columbia (“District”) (1) agree that the District should be admitted to the Union as the State of New Columbia; (2) approve of a Constitution of the State of New Columbia to be adopted by the Council; (3) approve the State of New Columbia’s boundaries, as adopted by the New Columbia Statehood Commission on June 28, 2016; and (4) agree that the State of New Columbia shall guarantee an elected representative form of government. Shall the voters of the District of Columbia advise the Council to approve or reject this proposal? Referéndum Consultivo sobre la Resolución para la Ley de Admisión del Estado de Nueva Columbia de 2016 Solicitar a los votantes el 8 de noviembre de 2016, a través de un referéndum consultivo, si el Consejo debería pedir al Congreso a promulgar una ley de admisión a la estadidad para admitir al Estado de Nueva Columbia como estado de la Unión. Asesorar al Consejo para aprobar esta propuesta establecería que los ciudadanos del Distrito de Columbia ("Distrito") (1) están de acuerdo en que el Distrito debe ser admitida en la Unión como el Estado de Nueva Columbia; (2) aprueban una Constitución del Estado de Nueva Columbia que se adopte por el Consejo; (3) aprueban los límites del Estado de Nueva Columbia, como aprobado por la Comisión para la Estadidad de Nueva Columbia el 28 de junio de 2016; y (4) están de acuerdo en que el Estado de Nueva Columbia garantizará una forma de gobierno representativo electo. ¿Asesorarán los votantes del Distrito de Columbia al Consejo para aprobar o rechazar esta propuesta? YES, to approve / SÌ, para aprobar NO, to reject / NO, para rechazar

Write-in / Candidato "Por Escrito"

WARD TWO MEMBER STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION DISTRITO DOS MIEMBRO DE LA JUNTA ESTATAL DE EDUCACIÓN VOTE FOR NO MORE THAN One (1) VOTE POR NO MÁS DE UNO (1)

Write-in / Candidato "Por Escrito"

Jack Jacobson WARD TWO MEMBER OF THE COUNCIL DISTRITO DOS MIEMBRO DEL CONSEJO VOTE FOR NO MORE THAN One (1) VOTE POR NO MÁS DE UNO (1)

Martin Moulton

LIBERTARIAN / LIBERTARIO

Write-in / Candidato "Por Escrito"

VOTE BOTH SIDES

Jack Evans

DEMOCRATIC / DEMÓCRATA

Write-in / Candidato "Por Escrito"

UNITED STATES REPRESENTATIVE REPRESENTANTE DE LOS ESTADOS UNIDOS VOTE FOR NO MORE THAN One (1) VOTE POR NO MÁS DE UNO (1)

Write-in / Candidato "Por Escrito"

ADVISORY NEIGHBORHOOD COMMISSIONER COMISIONADO DEL VECINDARIO CONSULTIVO ANC - XXXX VOTE FOR NO MORE THAN One (1) VOTE POR NO MÁS DE UNO (1)

Candidate 1 Write-in / Candidato "Por Escrito"

Franklin Garcia

DEMOCRATIC / DEMÓCRATA

Write-in / Candidato "Por Escrito"

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OFFICIAL BALLOT GENERAL ELECTION

DISTRITO DE COLUMBIA MARTES, 8 DE NOVIEMBRE 2016

DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 2016

INSTRUCCIONES PARA EL VOTANTE

INSTRUCTIONS TO VOTER

1. TO VOTE YOU MUST DARKEN THE OVAL ( ) TO THE LEFT OF YOUR CHOICE COMPLETELY. An oval ( ) darkened to the left of the name of any candidate indicates a vote for the candidate. 2. Use only a blue or black ink pen. 3. If you make a mistake, ask for a new ballot. 4. For a Write-in candidate, darken the oval and write the name of the person on the line.

FEDERAL FEDERAL

DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA DISTRITO DE COLUMBIA

ELECTORS OF PRESIDENT AND VICE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES

AT - LARGE MEMBER OF THE COUNCIL

AT - LARGE MEMBER STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION

ELECTORES DE PRESIDENTE Y VICE PRESIDENTE DE LOS ESTADOS UNIDOS

MIEMBRO POR ACUMULACIÓN DEL CONSEJO VOTE FOR NO MORE THAN Two(2) VOTE POR NO MÁS DE DOS (2)

VOTE FOR NO MORE THAN One (1) VOTE POR NO MÁS DE UNO (1)

Matthew Klokel

Mary Lord

Jill Stein - Ajamu Baraka

John C. Cheeks

Tony Donaldson, Jr.

G. Lee Aikin

Ashley Carter

INDEPENDENT/ INDEPENDIENTE

Donald J. Trump - Michael R. Pence REPUBLICAN/ REPUBLICANO

STATEHOOD GREEN / ESTADIDAD-VERDE DE DC

Hillary Clinton - Tim Kaine

Carolina Celnik David Grosso

Write-in / Candidato "Por Escrito"

Robert White

¿Asesorarán los votantes del Distrito de Columbia al Consejo para aprobar o rechazar esta propuesta? YES, to approve / SÌ, para aprobar NO, to reject / NO, para rechazar

DISTRITO SIETE MIEMBRO DE LA JUNTA ESTATAL DE EDUCACIÓN

DEMOCRATIC / DEMÓCRATA

DELEGADO A LA CÁMARA DE REPRESENTANTES DE LOS ESTADOS UNIDOS

WARD SEVEN MEMBER STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION

INDEPENDENT/ INDEPENDIENTE

DELEGATE TO THE U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

Shall the voters of the District of Columbia advise the Council to approve or reject this proposal?

Write-in / Candidato "Por Escrito"

REPUBLICAN/ REPUBLICANO

DEMOCRATIC / DEMÓCRATA

VOTE FOR NO MORE THAN One (1) VOTE POR NO MÁS DE UNO (1)

LIBERTARIAN / LIBERTARIO

STATEHOOD GREEN / ESTADIDAD-VERDE DE DC

ADVISORY REFERENDUM B REFERÉNDUM CONSULTIVO B

MIEMBRO POR ACUMULACIÓN DE LA JUNTA ESTATAL DE EDUCACIÓN

LIBERTARIAN / LIBERTARIO

Gary Johnson - Bill Weld

DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA DISTRITO DE COLUMBIA

VOTE FOR NO MORE THAN One (1) VOTE POR NO MÁS DE UNO (1)

Write-in / Candidato "Por Escrito" Write-in / Candidato "Por Escrito"

VOTE FOR NO MORE THAN One (1) VOTE POR NO MÁS DE UNO (1)

WARD SEVEN MEMBER OF THE COUNCIL

Natale (Lino) Stracuzzi

DISTRITO SIETE MIEMBRO DEL CONSEJO

STATEHOOD GREEN / ESTADIDAD-VERDE DE DC

Eleanor Holmes Norton

VOTE FOR NO MORE THAN One (1) VOTE POR NO MÁS DE UNO (1)

DEMOCRATIC / DEMÓCRATA

Martin Moulton

Dorothy Douglas Marla M. Dean Karen Williams Write-in / Candidato "Por Escrito"

LIBERTARIAN / LIBERTARIO

ADVISORY NEIGHBORHOOD COMMISSIONER COMISIONADO DEL VECINDARIO CONSULTIVO

Gary Butler

Write-in / Candidato "Por Escrito"

INDEPENDENT/ INDEPENDIENTE

Christian Carter

INDEPENDENT/ INDEPENDIENTE

Vincent C. Gray

DEMOCRATIC / DEMÓCRATA

ANC - XXXX VOTE FOR NO MORE THAN One (1) VOTE POR NO MÁS DE UNO (1)

Write-in / Candidato "Por Escrito"

UNITED STATES REPRESENTATIVE REPRESENTANTE DE LOS ESTADOS UNIDOS VOTE FOR NO MORE THAN One (1) VOTE POR NO MÁS DE UNO (1)

Candidate 1 Candidate 2 Write-in / Candidato "Por Escrito"

Franklin Garcia

DEMOCRATIC / DEMÓCRATA

Write-in / Candidato "Por Escrito"

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VOTE BOTH SIDES

TURN OVER / VOLTEAR LA BOLETA

VOTE AMBOS LADOS

VOTE BOTH SIDES

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OFFICIAL BALLOT GENERAL ELECTION

DISTRITO DE COLUMBIA MARTES, 8 DE NOVIEMBRE 2016

DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 2016

INSTRUCCIONES PARA EL VOTANTE

FEDERAL FEDERAL

DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA DISTRITO DE COLUMBIA

ELECTORS OF PRESIDENT AND VICE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES

AT - LARGE MEMBER OF THE COUNCIL

AT - LARGE MEMBER STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION

ELECTORES DE PRESIDENTE Y VICE PRESIDENTE DE LOS ESTADOS UNIDOS VOTE FOR NO MORE THAN One (1) VOTE POR NO MÁS DE UNO (1)

MIEMBRO POR ACUMULACIÓN DEL CONSEJO VOTE FOR NO MORE THAN Two(2) VOTE POR NO MÁS DE DOS (2)

TURN OVER / VOLTEAR LA BOLETA

VOTE AMBOS LADOS

MIEMBRO POR ACUMULACIÓN DE LA JUNTA ESTATAL DE EDUCACIÓN

YES, to approve / SÌ, para aprobar

VOTE FOR NO MORE THAN One (1) VOTE POR NO MÁS DE UNO (1)

NO, to reject / NO, para rechazar LIBERTARIAN / LIBERTARIO

LIBERTARIAN / LIBERTARIO

Matthew Klokel

Mary Lord

Jill Stein - Ajamu Baraka

John C. Cheeks

Tony Donaldson, Jr.

Donald J. Trump - Michael R. Pence

G. Lee Aikin

Ashley Carter

Hillary Clinton - Tim Kaine

Carolina Celnik

Gary Johnson - Bill Weld STATEHOOD GREEN / ESTADIDAD-VERDE DE DC REPUBLICAN/ REPUBLICANO DEMOCRATIC / DEMÓCRATA

Write-in / Candidato "Por Escrito"

DELEGATE TO THE U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

INDEPENDENT/ INDEPENDIENTE STATEHOOD GREEN / ESTADIDAD-VERDE DE DC

David Grosso Robert White

Eleanor Holmes Norton DEMOCRATIC / DEMÓCRATA

Martin Moulton

DISTRITO CUATRO MIEMBRO DE LA JUNTA ESTATAL DE EDUCACIÓN

DEMOCRATIC / DEMÓCRATA

VOTE FOR NO MORE THAN One (1) VOTE POR NO MÁS DE UNO (1)

Write-in / Candidato "Por Escrito" Write-in / Candidato "Por Escrito"

VOTE FOR NO MORE THAN One (1) VOTE POR NO MÁS DE UNO (1)

STATEHOOD GREEN / ESTADIDAD-VERDE DE DC

WARD FOUR MEMBER STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION

INDEPENDENT/ INDEPENDIENTE

DELEGADO A LA CÁMARA DE REPRESENTANTES DE LOS ESTADOS UNIDOS

Natale (Lino) Stracuzzi

Write-in / Candidato "Por Escrito"

REPUBLICAN/ REPUBLICANO

WARD FOUR MEMBER OF THE COUNCIL DISTRITO CUATRO MIEMBRO DEL CONSEJO VOTE FOR NO MORE THAN One (1) VOTE POR NO MÁS DE UNO (1)

LIBERTARIAN / LIBERTARIO

Write-in / Candidato "Por Escrito"

Brandon Todd

DEMOCRATIC / DEMÓCRATA

Lannette Woodruff Write-in / Candidato "Por Escrito"

ADVISORY NEIGHBORHOOD COMMISSIONER COMISIONADO DEL VECINDARIO CONSULTIVO ANC - XXXX VOTE FOR NO MORE THAN One (1) VOTE POR NO MÁS DE UNO (1)

Write-in / Candidato "Por Escrito"

UNITED STATES REPRESENTATIVE REPRESENTANTE DE LOS ESTADOS UNIDOS VOTE FOR NO MORE THAN One (1) VOTE POR NO MÁS DE UNO (1)

Candidate 1 Write-in / Candidato "Por Escrito"

Franklin Garcia

DEMOCRATIC / DEMÓCRATA

Write-in / Candidato "Por Escrito"

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OFFICIAL BALLOT GENERAL ELECTION

DISTRITO DE COLUMBIA MARTES, 8 DE NOVIEMBRE 2016

DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 2016

INSTRUCCIONES PARA EL VOTANTE

FEDERAL FEDERAL

DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA DISTRITO DE COLUMBIA

ELECTORS OF PRESIDENT AND VICE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES

AT - LARGE MEMBER OF THE COUNCIL

AT - LARGE MEMBER STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION

ELECTORES DE PRESIDENTE Y VICE PRESIDENTE DE LOS ESTADOS UNIDOS VOTE FOR NO MORE THAN One (1) VOTE POR NO MÁS DE UNO (1)

MIEMBRO POR ACUMULACIÓN DEL CONSEJO VOTE FOR NO MORE THAN Two(2) VOTE POR NO MÁS DE DOS (2)

MIEMBRO POR ACUMULACIÓN DE LA JUNTA ESTATAL DE EDUCACIÓN VOTE FOR NO MORE THAN One (1) VOTE POR NO MÁS DE UNO (1)

Gary Johnson - Bill Weld

Matthew Klokel

Mary Lord

Jill Stein - Ajamu Baraka

John C. Cheeks

Tony Donaldson, Jr.

G. Lee Aikin

Ashley Carter

LIBERTARIAN / LIBERTARIO

STATEHOOD GREEN / ESTADIDAD-VERDE DE DC

Donald J. Trump - Michael R. Pence

LIBERTARIAN / LIBERTARIO INDEPENDENT/ INDEPENDIENTE

REPUBLICAN/ REPUBLICANO

STATEHOOD GREEN / ESTADIDAD-VERDE DE DC

Hillary Clinton - Tim Kaine

Carolina Celnik

DEMOCRATIC / DEMÓCRATA

Write-in / Candidato "Por Escrito"

DELEGATE TO THE U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES DELEGADO A LA CÁMARA DE REPRESENTANTES DE LOS ESTADOS UNIDOS VOTE FOR NO MORE THAN One (1) VOTE POR NO MÁS DE UNO (1)

Natale (Lino) Stracuzzi

STATEHOOD GREEN / ESTADIDAD-VERDE DE DC

Eleanor Holmes Norton DEMOCRATIC / DEMÓCRATA

Martin Moulton

Write-in / Candidato "Por Escrito"

REPUBLICAN/ REPUBLICANO

David Grosso

INDEPENDENT/ INDEPENDIENTE

Robert White

DISTRITO OCHO MIEMBRO DE LA JUNTA ESTATAL DE EDUCACIÓN

DEMOCRATIC / DEMÓCRATA

Write-in / Candidato "Por Escrito"

VOTE FOR NO MORE THAN One (1) VOTE POR NO MÁS DE UNO (1)

Write-in / Candidato "Por Escrito"

WARD EIGHT MEMBER OF THE COUNCIL DISTRITO OCHO MIEMBRO DEL CONSEJO VOTE FOR NO MORE THAN One (1) VOTE POR NO MÁS DE UNO (1)

Tierra Jolly Markus Batchelor Shakira T. Hemphill Write-in / Candidato "Por Escrito"

LIBERTARIAN / LIBERTARIO

Write-in / Candidato "Por Escrito"

WARD EIGHT MEMBER STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION

Trayon "Ward Eight" White DEMOCRATIC / DEMÓCRATA

Write-in / Candidato "Por Escrito"

ADVISORY NEIGHBORHOOD COMMISSIONER COMISIONADO DEL VECINDARIO CONSULTIVO

UNITED STATES REPRESENTATIVE

ANC - XXXX

REPRESENTANTE DE LOS ESTADOS UNIDOS

VOTE FOR NO MORE THAN One (1) VOTE POR NO MÁS DE UNO (1)

Candidate 1 Franklin Garcia

Candidate 2

DEMOCRATIC / DEMÓCRATA

Write-in / Candidato "Por Escrito"

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TURN OVER / VOLTEAR LA BOLETA

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VOTE BOTH SIDES

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Hillary Clinton: The Only Logical Choice The clock continues to tick. In just a few weeks, Americans will go to the polls and vote for the next president of the United States. Others will make their choice sooner with early voting or absentee ballot options. And while there are four candidates from which registered voters can choose, it’s more than likely that either the Democratic or Republican candidates will be able to garner enough popular and, more important, Electoral College votes, to ascend to the White House. After reviewing the platforms of Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump, the nominees for the two major political parties, and given the host of critical issues now facing our nation, especially African Americans, The Washington Informer has decided to break tradition and issue our endorsement. Certainly we considered the comments made by the two during the three presidential debates. But more important, we considered how each has responded when asked how they would act on vitally-important decisions that will inevitably be on their desk in the next four years: the reshaping of the Supreme Court; health care and needed reform initiatives; boosting the economy particularly for struggling families and millennials; the issuance of new rules for international trade; the redevelopment of our nation’s disintegrating infrastructure, like our roads and our bridges; prison reform; how to handle a growing concern over immigration; the challenges of public education; and the direction in which America’s law enforcement officials will be led given the proliferation of police-involved shootings, the majority of which have involved Black men and women. As we considered the platforms and promises of the two candidates on these issues of primary concern, we also looked at how their stated policies and positions could potentially impact people of color – particularly Black Americans. We didn’t have to do much more in our analysis before we reached our decision. And so, the Editorial Board of The Washington Informer unanimously endorses Hillary Rodham Clinton for president of the United States. It should be noted that we did not make our choice based on our individual affiliations as Democrats, Republicans or Independents. Nor did we ignore some of the objections to Mrs. Clinton, some of which have and continue to include her misuse of private emails and her handling of the Benghazi crisis while serving as Secretary of State, her alleged connection to Wall Street bankers and business leaders, criticisms of her as the “establishment candidate” or the former allegations lodged against her husband, former President Bill Clinton, and his “trysts” with other women and how she has handled that “landmine.” We simply looked for the candidate that we believe has the experience, ideas, pedigree and temperament to best represent the needs of all Americans both home and abroad. That led us to our endorsement. That’s why we urge voters to vote for Hillary Clinton. From our vantage point and based on all the information at our disposal, she stands as the only logical choice. WI

TO THE EDITOR The Efforts of Our Teachers Deserve to Be Told I think a worthwhile addition to The Washington Informer would be profiles of different DCPS or charter school teachers in each issue. DCPS and its educators get more than enough bad press, and teachers in general are not given the respect and admiration they deserve. Each day, men and women enter classrooms in this city charged with not only educating their pupils, but often wearing the hats of counselor, psychologist, entertainer and surrogate parent. Besides being knowledgeable about their subject, they must be creative, flexible, watchful, fair, caring and enthusiastic. It is no small accomplishment for a teacher to make it through a school day, not to mention an entire school year, and then year after year after year. I think if you chose a different DC Public School or

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charter school and profiled a teacher there – new or veteran teacher, long-time DC resident or new to the city, different ages, ethnicities, or various experiences prior to coming to education – it would give readers a chance to know about the outstanding things that teachers are doing in the city. Families new to a neighborhood might learn something about the schools there, and conversely, a school that might be new to an area of the city could get some more exposure. More than anything, I think such a column would give some much-needed and highly-deserved positive press to the people on the front lines of molding and inspiring the young people of this city who will, someday, inherit our world. Justine Marquette DC Resident

The Informer – No One Does it Better I thoroughly enjoy reading the Washington Informer because I think it does an amazing job of covering the events and issues relevant to residents of Washington, D.C. In a city that has changed a lot over the years, I think it is especially important for African-American residents to have a newspaper that really focuses on the issues that are relevant to them. Keep up the good work! Fred Goings DC Resident

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By Dr. Omega Silva

D.C. Council, Mayor Must Support Death with Dignity Act I live with three cancer diagnoses. I am a physician, so I fully comprehend what this deadly disease can do to a person. I will never forget one of my best doctor friends, who was dying from uterine cancer and breast cancer. She looked at me as I was trying to comfort her one day, and she said: "This is taking too long." Unfortunately, I am all too familiar with this kind of agonizing dying experience during my long

career as an internist and endocrinologist. I graduated from Howard University Medical School in 1967 and I have taught and practiced medicine in the District of Columbia for over 45 years. I trained as an intern at the Veterans Administration in 1967 with the first group, and subsequently became a member of the division of endocrinology as the assistant chief and taught students, interns, and residents from George Washington University in Washington, D.C., where I became a professor of medicine. I serve on several

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boards of directors. I have seen palliative care and hospice programs provide extraordinary care to patients. They work wonders for many dying people and their loved ones. But there are times even the best palliative care cannot alleviate pain and suffering. Patients may suffer from physical and emotional pain, from a loss of autonomy, and from an inability to engage in enjoyable activities. These issues are legitimate. That is why, as a physician and as a patient, I urge members of the

D.C. Council to vote yes on the Death with Dignity Act, and I call on Mayor Muriel Bowser to approve it. This bill would authorize doctors to write a prescription for medication for mentally capable, terminally ill adults who request it, so they can decide whether to take it to end unbearable suffering, by dying peacefully in their sleep, at home, surrounded by their loved ones. I love my work … and my life. But if the time comes that I have no hope for a cure and my suffering becomes unbearable, I

would want physician medical aid in dying as an option for myself, and for the sake of my loved ones. I believe a medical aid-in-dying option would be consistent with the Hippocratic Oath, an oath that I have taken. Though medicine has changed dramatically in the 2,500 or so years since Hippocrates, the concept remains valid today: Do what is right for the patient. For those individuals who have terminal illnesses and are

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By Charlene Crowell

Civil Leaders, Lawmakers Say Court Wrong to Weaken CFPB After returning billions of dollars in restitution that helped more than 25 million consumers plagued with financial struggles, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) was dealt a judicial low blow. Swift and strong reactions to the decision came from civil rights leaders, consumer advocates and lawmakers who vowed to continue fighting for fairness in consumer finance.

In a 2-1 decision on Oct. 11, a panel of three judges of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit ruled that the CFPB's governance by a single director was unconstitutional. The court also rejected a $109 million fine assessed for mortgage-related violations. Petitioning the court was PHH, a non-bank mortgage lender. Formally supporting PHH by filing court briefs were the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, the National Association of Realtors and the American Land Ti-

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tle Association. "This is a case about executive power and individual liberty," Judge Brett Kavanaugh wrote in his opinion. "The U.S. government's executive power to enforce federal law against private citizens — for example, to bring criminal prosecutions and civil enforcement actions — is essential to societal order and progress, but simultaneously a grave threat to individual liberty." What Judge Kavanaugh and his colleague did not seem to

recall are the millions of consumers who, through no fault of their own, lost their homes and their jobs during the foreclosure crisis that drained more than $13 trillion from the country's economy. And while positive economic signs have emerged across the country, the very communities targeted by predatory financial practices — blacks and latinos — continue to feel as if the economic recovery has left them behind. Nearly two years ago, CFPB fined PHH a total of $109 mil-

lion for mortgage insurance kickbacks that began as early as 1995. Despite the hefty fine, what PHH and other financial interests really sought was a shuttering of the Bureau. Multiple legislative efforts have fortunately been stymied. More recently, those who opposed CFPB's creation alternatively sought judicial relief. The district court did not go as far as the industry had hoped. PHH will not pay the

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By James Clingman

Hillary's Emails, Trump's Secret Tapes and Social Security Since our political discussions are now X-rated, so much so that we must ask children to leave the room before we watch the news, the speeches and the debates, it's time to add another unmentionable to the X-rated list: Social Security. Silly me, that pales in comparison to what's really important, doesn't it? Hillary's emails, Bill and Donald's dalliances and sexual conquests are obviously far more crit-

ical (and titillating) than a small issue like our disabled and elderly being able to live out their lives without having to worry about silly things like eating, breathing and paying for life-saving medicines and treatments. Yes, the cost of living is increasing every day, but cost of living allowances (COLA) for those on Social Security are nonexistent or ridiculously and embarrassingly low. The latest COLA "increases" for those most in need were cited in an article on CNN Money: "Checks for 66 million benefi-

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ciaries will rise between 0.2% to 0.5% in 2017. That works out to between $2.61 and $6.53 a month more for the typical retiree, according to the American Institute for Economic Research, a nonpartisan think tank." Say what?! The article continues, "The average retirement benefit check is currently $1,305.30, according to government figures. This is by far the smallest percentage increase of any year in which benefits did rise. But it's better than 2016, when Social Securi-

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ty checks didn't increase at all. There have only been three years without any increase at all since Social Security's cost-of-living adjustment was put in place in 1975 — 2010, 2011 and 2016." Someone said a nation is judged by how it treats the least among its citizens. There is also something that was said by a very special person once: "…what you did not do for the least of these, you did not do for me." (Matthew 25:45) If this nation does not come to its senses and get its priorities

properly aligned, it's not going to matter in the least who is the next resident of 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue. The ethical and moral slide we are on right now is reprehensible and so detrimental to our young people. Moreover, we are standing by while our elders are dying for lack of essentials, having to make choices between food and rent, oxygen, heat and cooling and life-saving medicine. The EpiPen controversy, in which the cost skyrocketed over

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By Marian Wright Edelman

Early-Childhood Infrastructure Urgently Needed Both presidential candidates have talked about the importance of infrastructure to our country's future. New investments in buildings, roads and bridges are a key foundation for our economic success. Even more important to that success is building our human infrastructure — a foundation for preparing our nation's children for the future. As we work to build a strong foundation for our growing economy, we must also invest in a

strong foundation for our children if they are to experience future success in school and in life and be able to contribute to the long-term success of our economy and our nation. Whether children will have a strong foundation is in large part determined by the social and physical environments in which they grow up. The first five years of a child's life are the time of greatest brain development. If young children's basic needs are met by experiencing consistent, nurturing interactions with loving adults, they

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are far more likely to meet their full potential. The United States has not made the necessary investments to support young children and families after the seismic shift from stay-athome moms and two parent families to the current reality of two-parent-working families, or often single working moms with young children today. The major advances in what we now know about early childhood brain development make these investments more urgent. Our aging early childhood infrastructure is in dire need of repair. While we wait

for critically needed investments, there has been important progress. Just last month, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) issued two sets of standards and regulations that will contribute significantly to building the sound foundation all young children need including new supports for their parents. The final Head Start Program Performance Standards, required by the bipartisan Improving Head Start for School Readiness Act of 2007, will help ensure all Head Start programs

provide high quality, comprehensive services that lead to strong outcomes for children. HHS also published new rules to help states implement the bipartisan Child Care and Development Block Grant Reauthorization Act signed into law by President Obama in November 2014, which focused new positive attention on basic health and safety protections and quality care for children in federally-supported child care pro-

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By Julianne Malveaux

Four Things Obama Can Do to Help Blacks in Last 100 Days The countdown to President Obama's last one-hundred days began on Oct. 13. Already, the President has committed to spending his waning days in office by campaigning for Hillary Clinton, the Democratic nominee for President. Indeed, he has put his legacy on the line, telling black people at his last Congressional Black Caucus dinner that he will be personally insulted if folks don't get out to vote for Hillary. Instead of staking his legacy on the results of

the November elections, however, President Obama might be better advised to improve his legacy by taking bold actions in these last days of his presidency. What might he do to positively affect the African-Americans he far too frequently scolds? For one thing, he might step up the pace of the pardons and sentence commutations for nonviolent drug offenders, who are disproportionately African-American. In 2011, then-Attorney General Eric Holder said there were as many as 10,000 federal drug offenders that could be released. While

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President Obama has offered pardons and commutations, only a fraction of those whose sentences could be commuted have been. For whatever reason, the Department of Justice has moved at a snail's pace with commutations. President Obama could direct Attorney General Loretta Lynch to bring more pardon applications to his desk. He would make a tremendous impact if the number of nonviolent drug offenders with sentences pardoned or commuted were closer to 10,000 than 1,000. President Obama might also consider a posthumous pardon for

Marcus Garvey, the Jamaican-born activist and founder of the Universal Negro Improvement Association (UNIA). At its peak, UNIA had millions of members in 1100 chapters in 40 countries. Garvey was wrongfully convicted of mail fraud and deported from the United States in 1923. Garvey was really only guilty of loving black people and organizing us. President Obama could lift up an organizer, correct a historical wrong, and signal that he is not as indifferent to black people as he sometimes seems. Such a small gesture would go a long way toward contributing

to his legacy. The president might also consider the request from the Institute of the Black World 21st Century to appoint a commission on reparations, named for John Hope Franklin, who chaired former President Bill Clinton's commission on race. Obama could do this by executive order and the commission could potentially hold a few hearings in the month after the November election. This would be a small gesture, but it would go

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By Askia Muhammad

America's Choice: Racial Separation or Race War The United States is on the brink of implosion, not so unlike 160 years ago when the righteous cause of abolishing slavery was at issue. The difference now from then: Negroes (small "n"), coloreds, slaves and freemen had better leaders, even though they couldn't even vote — not for president, not for Congress, not for mayor, not for dog catcher. Abraham Lincoln was elected president in 1856 and, despite a lot of flak from the 20th-century black militant intelligentsia, I think he really wanted the best outcome for both

black and white people, and that outcome was separation of the races. Lincoln had powerful forces for good around him, most notably Frederick Douglass, then the most popular speaker in the U.S. and Europe. The powerful abolition movement was also a potent force and it helped keep old Honest Abe on the straight and narrow path. There was Harriet Beecher Stowe, whose riveting novel "Uncle Tom's Cabin" swept the entire nation with antislavery sentiment. And then there was the courageous, bold, fanatical soldier, Capt. John Brown, who launched a daring

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raid on a weapons armory in Harper's Ferry, Virginia. Of course black folks have had some righteous and brave leaders in the modern times, it's just that since the Reconstruction movement was derailed by the end forces of "retrenchment and nullification," the movement has been on the right road, only headed in the wrong direction. Integration does nothing to improve race relations in America. It has only made matters worse, frustrating those who are held back by race hate, and angering those who would like to see their neighbors — black

people in America — once again in servitude slavery. In the past 50 years, that frustration/confrontation has spilled over to now embrace Latinos and Native peoples who have joined the struggle in modern times. White ignorance and hatred has been catered to and exploited by sleazy, hateful segregationist politicians, rather than addressed and corrected. After World War II, Germany was disarmed, Nazi symbols were outlawed. In Japan, which also surrendered "unconditionally," the military was disbanded and the nation struck a course toward world peace. Without the burden of military

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spending — and because the victorious allies provided all their security needs — those two nations concentrated on civilian development, producing the world's finest automobiles and consumer electronics, soon surpassing the U.S. in the marketplace. There was no such wisdom in this country after the Civil War. Blacks were cut loose from the plantation as slaves, only to be driven back to the same land as dirt-poor sharecroppers. White hate was not untaught, it was wallowed in by wealthy and poor

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LIFESTYLE Prince George's Museum Showcases AfricanAmerican Art, Culture By William J. Ford WI Staff Writer @jabariwill North Brentwood, a small Maryland town founded in 1924, proclaims itself as the first African-American incorporated town in Prince George's County. Unbeknownst to some visitors, the town of less than 600 people also has a 5,000-square-foot structure known as the Prince George's African American Museum and Cultural Center. Museum officials held a reception Friday, Oct. 14 inside the one-story building with three galleries showcas-

ing local artwork and other artifacts. The event kicked off the "Through their Eyes — Art, Education and Influence" exhibit that features artists who are alumni from center and visual performing arts programs at Suitland and Northwestern high schools, including Rush Baker, the son of County Executive Rushern L. Baker III. The exhibit, which will be the subject of panel discussion next month, will continue until Jan. 31. Those want to visit the free museum on Rhode Island Avenue can do so from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays. However, tours are $5 per adult at 12 p.m. and 3 p.m.

5County Executive Rushern L. Baker III (right) is joined by a Prince George's resident at art opening. / Photo by Roy Lewis

With the recent opening of the National Museum of African American History and Culture in D.C., the North Brentwood establishment is strictly a local thing. "We are not a Smithsonian Museum telling a national story, but we are a community museum that's dedicated to sharing our stories," said a narrator of a minutelong online promotional video. Meanwhile, the museum has entered a three-year agreement with

the county's public school system to present youth events and after-school programs in 40 schools. Chanel Compton, executive director of the Prince George's institution, recently shared a few thoughts via email with The Washington Informer about the museum: What are some of the artwork and artifacts showcased at the museum? In our permanent collection are

The HistoryMakers Celebrate Eric Holder's Legacy By Lauren Poteat WI Contributing Writer

The HistoryMakers, the nation's largest black video oral history collection, recently celebrated the career and legacy of Eric Holder, the nation's first black attorney general. The historic interview, conducted with numerous prolific figures in attendance, took place at George Washington University's Jack Morton Auditorium on Oct. 15, with Pulitzer-winning journalist Jonathan Capehart as the moderator. Julieanna L. Richardson, founder of the 17-year-old HistoryMakers organization, expressed her admiration for Holder during the event. "I am so pleased with everything," Richardson said. "I've wanted to do a piece on Eric for a long, long time and his story, his wife's story, the roles he's played in history, and he's a wonderful person." Holder, who stepped down in April 2015 as the third-longest serving attorney general, was list-

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ed as one of Time magazine's 100 Most Influential People in 2014. As the author of the infamous and controversial 2009 speech, "Nation of Cowards," a call to society's fear of addressing the history of racism within the U.S., Holder's legacy on civil matters, law and humanity, continues to warrant global respect. Senior White House adviser Valerie Jarrett and National Security Adviser Susan Rice, who both served alongside Holder in the Obama administration, lauded the evening as "fabulous" and "fantastic. BET President and CEO Debra L. Lee, a longtime friend of Holder's who was in attendance, congratulated him on his accomplishments. "Tonight was an amazing event to Eric Holder's life story and to hear his career, not only during this administration, but before and after was just so awesome," she said. Holder, born to Barbadian parents in the Bronx borough of New York City as the eldest of two boys,

received his B.A. degree in American history from Columbia University in 1973. He then attended Columbia Law School, where he clerked for the NAACP Legal Defense Fund and the Department of Justice's Criminal Division before joining the Department of Justice as part of the Attorney General's Honors Program. After graduating from Columbia Law School in 1976, Holder joined the Justice Department's new Public Integrity section and in 1988 was nominated by former President Ronald Reagan to become an associate judge of the Superior Court of the District of Columbia. In 1993, Holder stepped down from the bench to become U.S. Attorney General for D.C. after being nominated by former President Bill Clinton, becoming the first black to ever serve in that position. "When I got this authority, I had to have the very best," said D.C. Delegate Eleanor Holmes Norton, who recommended Holder for the

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position. "And there had never had an African-American U.S. attorney for the District of Columbia, though we have long been a very black city, and along came Eric. "There were great stars, but one stood out from the rest," Norton said. In 1997, under another nomination from Clinton, Holder became the first black deputy attorney general, the number two position in the Justice Department, working alongside former U.S. Attorney General Janet Reno. In late 2007, Holder joined thenSen. Barack Obama's presidential campaign as a senior legal adviser and on Jan. 20, 2009, was formerly nominated with overwhelming approval from the Senate Judiciary Committee as the 82nd U.S. attorney general, becoming the first African-American to ever serve in the position. Holder acknowledged that he would miss the administration but is relieved to be "a little more normal again" and glad to spend more time with his wife and children. WI

850 artifacts and historical documents chronicling local African-American achievements and history in Prince George's County, [including Radio One Founder] Cathy Hughes' WOL call letters when she had a station in Lanham, artwork by local artists [and] artifacts from the Quander family, an African-American family that dates back to the 1700s in Prince George's County. Parts of the home of Portia Pittman (daughter of Booker T. Washington) and her husband William Pittman (a renowned African-American architect). What do you hope people will take away after visiting the museum? Visitors are able to connect to the history of their local neighborhoods and be personally empowered and inspired by this history. What are some of the future events for the museum? Our next exhibit and program series, "Chocolate Cities," explores the history and state of black urban enclaves across the region [that] opens in February. Our teen after-school program, "Culture Keepers," is hosting a youth conference in June at the Clarice Smith Performing Art Center [at the University of Maryland in College Park]. How can this museum influence the county? We promote local talent and support a new generation of community leaders as an institution for cultural preservation and advancement. Museums are a resource for community building, education and creative expression. WI

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FRED HAMMOND from Page 1 they can imagine – and be blessed along the way. Hammond, along with Karen Clark-Sheard, Donnie McClurkin, Hezekiah Walker, Regina Belle and Casey J, will team up for the CD Enterprises-sponsored “Festival of Praise Tour 2016” on Friday, Nov. 8 at DAR Constitution Hall. Hammond, along with his brother Ray, serve as the inspiration and planners of the tour, which has already hit the road in cities across the U.S. Hammond says the response has been amazing. “It’s been crazy. It’s the praise and worship comedy event of the decade and folks aren’t leaving their seats until the very end of the concert,” he said. “People don’t know what we’re going to do next and they don’t want to miss anything.” “Everyone in the show wants to figure out how to present God in a bigger and better way. I think we’ve accomplished that goal,” said Hammond, 55, who’s been an integral part of the contemporary gospel industry for decades. Hammond said one of his greatest joys comes after each show. “We like to have a man-on-thestreet moment after we’re done each night and we talk to people who came,” he said. “They’re surprised, they’re full of joy, they’re ranting and raving. People are laughing and dancing. It’s tremendous. We even invite folks up on stage to join in some wholesome, positive games – and the answers we get from people are often hilarious.” “Of course we bring some great songs and some very talented singers. It’s actually more of a theatrical production than a gospel concert. We hope to inspire those who might not normally attend church. But we also want to provide an outlet for those who are already believers to enjoy an evening where they can get their praise on.” Hammond has seen the gospel industry change – from what he describes as the “golden years” when more traditional music dominated the scene to today’s contemporary gospel flavor led by people like Kirk Franklin. Along the way, he says, opportunities have increased for singers, writers and musicians – but they have to be patient and determined. “Things changed when Edwin Hawkins came into the fray with ‘Oh Happy Day,’ Hammond said.

LIFESTYLE “Then with Andre Crouch, the Winans, even the group I started with, Commissioned, people began flocking to gospel shows and buying gospel records. But today, with technology, a lot of people just stream the music they want. They’re not buying CDs like they used to. Pandora and other social media sites have become the solution for those who want to listen to our music. People don’t even listen to radio stations featuring gospel music like they did years ago. That’s why this concert is so rare – and so needed,” he added. “This is a positive way for folks to celebrate God and life. And you get more than just a performance. It’s a production, it’s visual, it’s engaging – it’s fun,” he said. Fellow performer, Karen ClarkSheard, a former member of the iconic Clark Sisters and now a solo artist, said she continues to be amazed by Hammond’s vision for the production – but not its impact on audiences. “It’s a blessing to be recognized today by those who were too young to see me and my sisters share our ministry of music,” she said. “Some still want to hear the oldies – but I have some new goodies too that I want to share. Whatever way we can reach them is what I want to do. It’s one thing to be talented and to have gifts. But you have to keep the focus on God, not the gift. More than that, we have to always rely on God and allow Him to use us the way He wants for each time and place.” Clark-Sheard has her only personal testimony of healing. In fact, at one point doctors predicted that she would not live, following a life-threatening condition. But as she says, God had other plans. “My husband refused to give up and he mounted an intense prayer circle,” she said. “His faith kicked in. God is still in the healing business and that’s become a major part of my ministry. When I came out of my coma, all I could do was look at the trees and the sky and my family who were around me and be grateful. I thanked God for healing me. I still have so much to do and I refuse to let the enemy hinder me.” “I remember someone coming to me after a performance and saying they were about to commit suicide. But my testimony and my praise helped them abandon such thoughts. If we can reach just one person, that’s all that matters,” she said. For more information, visit www.FestivalofPraiseTour.com or call 800-745-3000. WI

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Black Churches Being Pushed out of Nation’s Capital Greatest Nemesis May be Residential-only Parking

By Courtney Davis Howard University News Service Long-standing African-American churches are disappearing from the nation’s capital one at a time, like victims in an Agatha Christie murder mystery. The culprit – residential-only parking. As the city’s new, mostly-white residents push for special neighborhood parking, they are inadvertently forcing churches out of the District of Columbia, city officials and church members said. On K Street in Washington’s southeast neighborhood, two churches have been demolished since August. In their places are empty, gated plots of land sit waiting to be developed into condominiums. Word of God Baptist Church, once located at 1512 K St., and nearly century-old Mount Paran Baptist Church two blocks away have sold their property and re-

located to Prince George’s County in Maryland. City officials said many other churches have done the same including Metropolitan Baptist Church, a church attended by former President Bill Clinton. As apartment buildings replace old businesses and homes, parking is getting tighter in the District. Now, residents can petition for exclusive street parking, known as resident zoned parking. Once a street is zoned, vehicles without the appropriate zoning sticker are limited to only two hours of parking during the hours designated on the sign. As a result, one person’s solution becomes another person’s problem. Edward E. Doxen III, a community outreach specialist in the mayor’s office, and Advisory Neighborhood Commissioner Frank Wiggins both say parking remains a major issue for District churches. “There are known problems in the past couple of years where people had to pay $250 for coming to church on Sunday,” Wiggins said.

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“People have to decide between coming to church and getting a ticket. That hurts the church, especially if those parishioners are living in Maryland.” Even parking during the week has become a challenge said the Rev. Dwayne Gilliam of The Word of God Baptist Church. “Residents made it challenging at times,” Gilliam said. “There were instances where they called police to ticket us, not just Sunday, but during the week when we had classes, like Bible study or prayer meetings.” Deacon Paul London, president of the missionary ministry at the church, said he received at least two tickets attending church events. “We had to go down to the police station and explain to them that we park there because of Bible study,” London said. “They kind of eased up on the ticket writing, but they started again when the community started complaining.” According to London, over the past 15 years, members of various churches have been moving out of the District because of high taxes and expensive real estate. Suburbs outside the city are more appealing because of the affordability. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the African-American population in the southeast re-

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“We had to go down to the police station and explain to them that we park there because of Bible study. They kind of eased up on the ticket writing, but they started again when the community started complaining.” Deacon Paul London /

gion of the District was about 55 percent in 2000. The white residents made up 41 percent of the population. As of 2014, the white population increased to 60 percent. The African-American population decreased to 34 percent. Stacey Smith, a member of Word of God Baptist Church for about two decades, says about 70 percent of the congregation is from outside the District, which means that members were traveling from Maryland to participate in Sunday service and other events. “When we saw the changes in our neighborhood, it became very difficult,” Smith said. “We would argue, fight and try to get permits for us to park there. It felt like they were trying to push

us out. “There were a lot of handicap signs in front of our church. Our members couldn’t even park there. That went on for the last two years we were there.” Though the issues with parking might have been a nightmare, some members said they have benefited from the churches relocating. Officials at Metropolitan Baptist Church at now in Upper Marlboro, Md., near the Washington professional football team’s stadium, said because of the move they are closer to their members and they have a larger facility. “Everything seems more tranquil,” Gilliam said. “Now the kids have a place to run and I have yet to see a ticket. So, we’re happy.” WI

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State of Schools Highlights Positive, Glosses over Issues New Interim Chancellor Makes his Pitch By Sarafina Wright WI Staff Writer The District of Columbia Public Schools [DCPS] took a different approach this year in its annual State of Schools address. Instead of focusing on what needs to be fixed they showcased what they've gotten right. Interim Chancellor John Davis served as host of ceremonies of an eclectic program put on by students, principles and DCPS staff members on Tuesday, Oct. 18 at Roosevelt High School in Northwest. “Yesterday we had President Obama at Benjamin Banneker High School acknowledge how good we are doing as a school district,” Davis said. “Our graduation rate is up 16 percent and DCPS is outpacing the nation in graduation rates.” “Working with children is what gets me up in the morning,” he said. “It is the opportunity we have to give them something more outside of the classroom.” Last summer DCPS sent almost 400 students to study abroad in countries like France, Peru, Argentina, China and Senegal as part of their Embassy Adoption Program, dual language program and world language classes. Randy Sams, a senior at Ballou High School in Southeast, got to spend two weeks of his summer in Argentina experiencing the benefits of cultural immersion. “Being able to explore another culture was one of the greatest things I’ve ever done,” he said. “It was a great feeling, because I felt like I was adopted by the people that I met.” “When I was there I learned how to enjoy your food, by eating slowly and savoring the taste, and to also be glad for public transportation.” Erica Dague, a senior at School Without Walls in Northwest, went to Belgium where she says in that short time she made life-long friends. “I tell all the underclassmen at my school all the time that they need to take advantage of this program,” she said. “Never would I have thought that I would still regularly speak to people in Belgium, but I do. It was an experience I will never forget.” Davis also boasted about DCPS’s empowering males of color initiative that includes the opening of Ron Brown College Preparatory in Northeast – DC’S only public, allmale high school. “Our research shows that Black and Latino male students need addi-

5Interim chancellor for DC Public Schools, John Davis, reports on the State of DC Public Schools at Roosevelt Sr. High School on Tuesday, October 18 Northwest. / Photo by Roy Lewis tional support and our initiatives improves outcomes for our young males of color,” he said. Michael Smith, a salutatorian of his high school two years ago, believes he was saved by DCPS’s Leading Men Fellowship. “After enduring several challenges going back and forth between DC and South Carolina, I graduated,” Smith said. “There aren't many salutatorian’s that don't have a plan after school, but I didn’t.” After making a few connections, Smith got the opportunity to be a Leading Men Fellow, a program that establishes an educator pipeline for recent DCPS male high school graduates of color to become early childhood paraprofessionals. “I get so much joy in working with the children at Amidon Elementary,” he said. “Some would say I chose this path to be a teacher, but I feel like this path chose me.” Still, while the evening focused on DCPS’s success stories, it failed to present any explanation or a plan to increase lackluster English and math PARCC performance scores. In 2016, 25.5 percent of students scored at proficiency in English; 23.9 percent were proficient in math according to test results. In a handout given during the address they did present goals for the current school year such as improving achievement rates, investing in struggling schools, increasing the graduation rate, improving satisfaction and increasing enrollment. “We are going to be doing a lot to make the schools and the students better,” Davis said. “One of the first steps was Ron Brown College Prep, and now we are going to do something for the young ladies.” “Look for that in the next coming months.” WI

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Historic HU Facility to be Named for Cathy Hughes By Sarafina Wright WI Staff Writer This weekend, media icon Cathy Hughes will officially be the new namesake of the Howard University School of Communications, a building that once provided medical treatment to former slaves. Even before the building located at 6th and Bryant Street in Northwest became the John H. Johnson School of Communications in 2003, it operated as a hospital for newly freedmen during the Reconstruction period. Into the 20th century, the Freedmen's Hospital served as a vital resource for the District's African-American community as residents' trusted source for medical care. Founded in 1862, the hospital gained distinction as the first medical institution in the country that specifically catered to freed people of color. In 1863, Dr. Alexander Augusta became the first Black hospi-

tal administrator in the United States when he took charge of the institution that was also used as a teaching hospital for the university's medical school. In 1967, the federal government granted control of the hospital to Howard University. It operated from then on under new leadership until finally closing in 1975. Soon after, its replacement, Howard University Hospital, emerged on Georgia Avenue, the old home of Griffith Stadium where the Washington Redskins once played football. In 1982, the university's School of Communications moved to the renovated C.B. Powell Building, formerly the Freedmen's Hospital, where it currently remains. After much controversy surrounding Howard University quietly dropping John H. Johnson as its School of Communications namesake a few years ago, it recently reemerged with a $4 million gift, courtesy of the Catherine L. Hughes and Alfred

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for her pioneering work in the field of communications," said Wayne A.I. Frederick, president of Howard University. In an official ceremony on Sunday, Oct. 23 during the university's homecoming, Hughes, a former assistant to the School of Communications founding dean Tony Brown and founder of Ra-

dio One, will come full-circle to where her career as a media maven started. "This gift will have a transformational impact on the school's commitment to serve the communications industry as a high-level producer of diverse media specialists," Frederick said. WI

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LIFESTYLE Ace Cash Express Continues to Support Financial Literacy in the District of Columbia

5Students like these two young boys find that there are benefits in learning and

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By Curtis Bunn Urban News Service Diversity is a slogan in many places, but at The Oaks Academy’s campuses near downtown Indianapolis, on any given Wednesday, the hallways are lined with more than 100 students and parents – Black, white and otherwise, low-income, well-off and in-between – who come together for a morning worship service. At the Oaks Academy, a faithbased private school with three campuses in the outskirts of America's 11th largest city, all of this is by design. The Oaks’ two lower schools and a middle school intentionally educate a balanced mix of students based on income and race. Some students hail from low-income families, others from struggling middle class families and still others from comfortable, well-off ones. The racial blend, by design, is 40 percent African American, 40 percent white and 20 percent other races. Non-Christians are also welcome to attend. At The Oaks about 25 per cent of the teachers are African American – a much higher percentage than in neighboring schools. “How many places are this comfortably diverse?” asked Andrew N. Hart, The Oaks’ CEO. “Even church – 10 a.m. on Sunday morning is the most segregated place you can find. Sadly. In every city, neighborhoods are divided. “Here, we intentionally bring together the races to build a place where the students are in a relationship with people unlike themselves, whether it’s socio-economically or racially. They grow up together. We all tend to go toward

those who are like us. But to gain a true understanding and connection to what we are unfamiliar with, we have to bring the races together.” An uncommon acceptance policy: Students are not selected on academic achievement or an ability to pay the $10,000 annual tuition. “The criteria is that you, as a parent, must be in the child’s life,” Hart said, “have a bed for him to sleep, feed and clothe him, have a place for him to live and can get him to school on time – and will read to him 20 minutes a night. That’s it.” Diversity has not reduced the school's test scores. The Oaks was No. 1 in Indiana, according to the statewide ISTEP test. Among its 280 middle-school graduates, 99 percent have received high-school diplomas and 87 percent have reached college. One multi-racial instructor shared his perspective on the benefits of embracing diversity – from the student body makeup to the school’s curriculum. “We’re teaching [a more inclusive] history to young children of diverse backgrounds in the hopes that they will be the light that helps bring about reconciliation among the races,” said Gabriel Moore, 22. Michelle Rausch helps her sixthgrade students analyze the music that bounces off the walls as they learn Rhythmic Complexity in Translation of African Music. “Here, the concept of being intentional about mixing kids who wouldn’t normally be together is phenomenal and it works,” she said. “That’s the whole point of diversity. You want to get people together, who wouldn’t normally know each other, to build relationships.” WI

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With more than 1,000 stores nationwide, ACE Cash Express is one of the nation’s leading retailers of financial services, including check cashing, bill payment and prepaid debit card services. For more than 25 years, ACE has provided District of Columbia residents with these services through 12 facilities located throughout the city. In addition, ACE has also actively supported the financial literacy programs for a number of significant organizations in the District, including the Greater Washington Urban League, the DC Chamber of Commerce and MenzFit. “We firmly believe that when it comes to the financial services we provide to District residents, an educated consumer is a much better customer,” said Willie Wiggins, District Manager for the ACE stores in Washington, DC. “The focus on financial literacy that these organizations provide also aligns well with ACE’s mission to provide support to the communities we serve.”a Most recently, to assist MenzFit in the organization’s ongoing effort to provide clothing assistance and financial literacy education to individuals seeking to enter into the nation’s workforce, ACE donated $7,500 to the group. MenzFit’s primary mission has been to “ensure long-term gainful employment and financial fitness to low-income men” in Washington, DC. "For nearly a decade, we have enjoyed a wonderful partnership with ACE Cash Express,” says MenzFit's Founder & President Rhonda Willingham. “We are very appreciative of the continued support that ACE has given our organization as we strive to help men to become financially fit." Founded in 2001, with offices in Washington, DC and Philadelphia, PA, MenzFit is an educational, non-profit organization whose client base are veterans, terminated or laid-off workers, recent immigrants, recovering addicts, the disabled, homeless, ex-offenders and public assistance recipients. For more information about the partnership between MenzFit and ACE Cash Express, go to: https://www.facebook.com/GlobalSocialMediaNewsPersonalFinance/videos/1208495899223337/

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Big Changes Coming to America's Money 'Hamilton' Play Inspires Honoring of History's Icons By Sarafina Wright WI Staff Writer Treasury Secretary Jack Lew expounded on his decision to put Harriet Tubman on the $20 bill during a screening of "Hamilton's America" in D.C. earlier this month, saying that the country's currency should be more inclusive and represent more of its history. "We can't change our history,"

Lew said Wednesday, Oct. 5 during the film screening at the Newseum in Northwest. "But I am proud to say as we unveil the newest designs of our currency, it's going to tell the story of more of America." Lew announced in April that the new $20 note will feature a portrait of Harriet Tubman on one side and the White House and President Andrew Jackson on the other. "It's been over 100 years since a

5An advertisement highlighting a new documentary film on Alexander Hamilton. woman was on our currency and that was Martha Washington," Lew said. "I made the decision to put Harriet Tubman on the $20 bill. She was a person who against all odds, fought her way to freedom, lead a trail for others and she was a founder of the woman's suffragist movement." The push to put Tubman's face

Pepco Provides Tips to Help Customers Fall into Savings It may be early in the fall season, but Pepco says now is the best time for customers to take the necessary steps to save electricity and money this winter. By following a few simple tips and making a few easy energy efficiency improvements, customers could save 20 percent or more on their winter heating bills. • Keep it sealed. A drafty house lets warm air escape and is much more costly to keep warm – especially during cooler weather. Use caulking around doors, windows and any openings for utility services. Locks on your windows can make them tighter and more resistant to drafts. Keep your fireplace damper closed when the fireplace is not in use. • Upgrade your insulation. Insulating your home can significantly reduce your heating costs, while increasing the comfort of your home. Reducing air leaks – in floors, walls, ceilings, ducts, fireplaces, doors, windows and vents, and around plumbing – could cut 10 percent from an average household's monthly energy bill. • Check ducts for air leaks. Look for joints that should be connected but have separated. Leaky ductwork can increase your utility bill significantly. • Warm up your system. Service your heating system at the beginning of each heating season. A well-maintained system will last longer, operate more efficiently and save you money. • Manage your thermostat. Keep thermostats set at a constant, comfortable level. You can save about 2 percent on your heating bill for every degree you lower your thermostat. • Be prepared for cooler weather. Remove screens and air conditioners from windows and install storm windows. • Shorter days and longer lights. Don’t forget to adjust outdoor lighting timers as the nights grow longer. Take the time to replace older incandescent bulbs with new energy efficient LED bulbs. Looking for customized solutions to help you save energy and money? Learn about many other ways to save energy and money at pepco.com or call 1-202-833-7500. For more information about Pepco, visit www.pepco.com. Follow us on Facebook at www.facebook. com/pepcoconnect and on Twitter at www.twitter.com/pepcoconnect. Our mobile app is available at www.pepco.com/mobileapp.

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on U.S. currency initially began with the idea to have her replace Alexander Hamilton on the $10 bill, but that plan was abandoned after outcry from Hamilton backers. Hamilton, the Founding Father behind America's economic system, became a pop culture fixture when Lin-Manuel Miranda brought the "Hamilton" musical to Broadway in 2015. "Hamilton's America," a film that shows the process of making the mega-hit musical from the beginning, sparked the conversation of influential history-makers and how they are honored. The story of Hamilton's rise became so popular because of how unlikely it was, many historians say. Born out of wedlock in the Caribbean island of Saint Kitt and Nevis and considered an illegitimate child, Hamilton wasn't a part of an aristocracy like many of his future counterparts. In his teens, with the help of a few wealthy men, he left the West Indies to attend college in New York City. "Part of the reason the story has power is because it is such a real sto-

ry," said Joanne Freeman, professor at Yale University. "I teach history at Yale and all I have to do is say Hamilton and everyone goes up. "The idea all along was to take these men and bring them closer to the stage and remove the barrier that exist between you and the statue," she said. Christopher Jackson, who portrays George Washington in the film, marveled at the fact that Hamilton "came from nothing" but became a Founding Father of the most powerful nation in the world. "His story is perfectly American, but not perfect," he said. In July 1804, Hamilton died after being fatally shot by Vice President Aaron Burr in a duel. The documentary and musical explores the events that led to his death and other scandals that made Hamilton peculiar. "History is about people making choices," Jackson said. "His story is inspiring and American. Anytime you have a piece of art that inspires you to sit up and do something better, than that art has done its job." WI

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graduation rate continues to climb, there are still nearly 700,000 16- to 19-year-olds who are not in school and who do not have a high school diploma," Zaff said. "We must continue to examine why young people leave high school without graduating, how communities and the systems that surround them can improve young people's prospects for graduation, and the ways that adults can support young people's success beyond graduation. Not doing so could have enormous, negative economic and social impacts." To find the adult-to-youth ratio in your neighborhood, visit the Community Commons website at https://goo.gl/vdr7x1. To read the full report, access graphics and other resources, including a longer working paper on the topic, visit http://www.AmericasPromise.org/ resource/adult-capacity-study. WI

not be underestimated, the authors said. Researchers found that income also matters in increasing the effect of adult capacity. The adult-to-youth ratio effect is amplified in higher-income communities. The analysis shows that doubling a neighborhood's mean income increases the effect size of the ratio by 12 percent. This finding indicates that adults need institutional, social and economic resources — supported by income — to most effectively help young people. A higher level of educational attainment among adults in the community did not have a significant effect. Therefore, all adults, regardless of their educational attainment, can play a role in keeping young people on a path to graduation. "While the U.S. high school

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ARIES Explore new scenarios and meet fascinating people this week. One opportunity

may seem worth fighting for. Even if you have to overcome major obstacles to get things moving, you'll be prepared. Sometimes you might have to choose between being nice and doing what you must, especially as powerful emotions may be running the show. Lucky Numbers: 27, 31, 45

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TAURUS There's a degree of tension showing up that could peak midweek. The focus could be linked with responsibilities and perhaps a desire to escape them. You could put a lot of energy and money into learning something or visiting a place only to find that it isn't your thing. Lucky Numbers: 14, 16, 21 GEMINI A powerful focus on your sector of transformation and dynamic change hints at a decision that could have major consequences and take your life to a new level. It could even feel like a rebirth. Be on your guard against those who use money as a way to manipulate you. Stand firm! Lucky Numbers: 16, 22, 37

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to expand. This could be done by starting a home-based business or moving somewhere with more room. You may have your work cut out for you, though, regarding people who are eager to push their own agenda. Great tact and diplomacy may be required if you're to sidestep any demands and stay on good terms. Unexpected news regarding a plan or goal could also be of interest to you! Lucky Numbers: 9, 24, 43

LEO The pressure may be on regarding work or an everyday matter. Over the coming

By Terri Schlichenmeyer WI Contributing Writer Life these days is a three-ring circus. The clowns at your job dominate Ring Number One. Ring Number Two features The Juggler (you) and your checkbook, schedule, chore list, and family obligations. And in Ring Number Three, there's a wild combination of the other two. Run away and join the circus? Yeah, that's already happened. But in the new book "Truevine" by Beth Macy, such a scenario was far from voluntary for some. Harriet Muse was nearly beside herself with worry. According to legend handed down from mother to child for generations, Harriet's sons were snatched away from their field chores on a warm day in 1899 — kidnapped in broad daylight by a white man with candy because Willie and George, ages 6 and 9, were not like other African-American children of their day. The two Muse boys were albinos, with white hair, pale skin and pink eyes. Perfect, in other words, for the sideshow. But was the legend true? For Macy, a modern-day journalist, it was an intriguing tale. She wrote a story on it for her newspaper and then started to dig some more, but she was thwarted by a great-niece intent on protecting an elderly uncle. Even so, lots of people remembered the Muse boys, but nobody knew what had happened to them nor did dates or details explain how the Muses end up as sideshow exhibits. Circus memorabilia collectors may recognize Willie and George from old postcards. The boys had supposedly been "discovered" by "freak hunters" in a country du jour and, through the years, were mostly captive to a series of handlers, circuses, and managers who paid them nothing, Still, the boys seemed to have embraced circus life although, from town to town, their names often changed, as did their stories and racial stereotypes they were forced to enact. In truth, they were just two uneducated boys with a genetic anomaly who'd been told all their lives that their mother was dead. The boys were men before they knew that she wasn't … And therein lies the most difficult unknown in this book: what was the role of "dear old mother" in what happened to the boys? Author Beth Macy presents evidence that's sometimes contradictory, and which leads to more questions. That's not a bad thing, though. In "Truevine," Macy patiently puts things into perspective through an overall sense of the times; a micro-look at one area of Virginia a century ago; and peeks into circus life. More importantly, we feel the crushing despair of Jim Crow laws and the despair Harriet Muse must've felt when her "mother bear" power emerges. Through this all, Macy forces readers to see things as they were, to consider what survival means, and to be open to the idea that maybe today's unthinkable was yesterday's possibility. While this book is a little on the long side, it's got a story that's overdue in telling, and that will appeal to historians and circus buffs alike. If "Truevine" sounds like a winner, then ring this one up. WI WWW.WASHINGTONINFORMER.COM

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days a situation could come to a head that requires deft handling. Avoid getting angry or provoking an argument, as this could make things worse. You may feel like you're walking on eggshells, but it's vital to try and take this in a positive direction. In fact, taking your cue from tactful Libra could be very helpful. Lucky Numbers: 9, 13, 25

VIRGO You may have noticed your passion for a project or person reaching new levels over recent days. It could become all-consuming this week, particularly around midweek. You could be in one of those moods when you'll do anything to get the results you seek. Getting a second or third opinion might be helpful, especially if it's from a trusted friend. Lucky Numbers: 11, 34, 40 LIBRA Your situation on the home front may demand firm decisions and immediate action in order to keep things under control. However, it is also possible that this influence helps to provide the turning point that encourages you to make a key decision so that change can follow. Be confident and follow your instincts. Lucky Numbers: 18, 19, 52 SCORPIO Words have power this week, and they could make or break a friendship or other relationship unless you choose them with care. If you and another can't see eye to eye, it might be better to agree to disagree if possible. As a result, you may find that the whole thing resolves itself of its own accord and the outcome is largely positive. Lucky Numbers: 4, 29, 44 SAGITTARIUS You may be tempted to take a risk that might not pay off. Whether friends encourage you to go ahead or you decide on your own accord, it's best to have a clear idea of what is involved. This is one time when you could either gain or lose some money,. In fact, it's best to avoid any impulsive moves. Lucky Numbers: 10, 23, 31

CAPRICORN You're in no mood to be messed with this week. If you have your mind set on an idea, nothing is going to budge you. The question is whether or not what you're intending to do is helpful to you. It's possible that certain people may have a different view of your plan and try to persuade you otherwise. Lucky Numbers: 10, 13, 53 AQUARIUS The coming weeks could be one of the better times for romance. It's equally useful if you want to make new friends or move in new circles. You could also feel restless and a touch emotional without really knowing why. A potent influence in your psychological sector suggests that feelings may come to the surface and need to be recognized and released. If you can do this, you'll feel much better! Lucky Numbers: 9, 19, 30 PISCES You could clash with friends over the week ahead, with perhaps one particular person proving very stubborn. It might be better not to try to challenge him or her directly but to sidestep key issues — and do it with great sensitivity and tact. As the person may be feeling emotional, trying to talk logically may not work. In fact, if you can avoid such people this week, the mood should be much better next week. Lucky Numbers: 18, 22, 55

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SPORTS Redskins Hang on for Win Over Eagles 6 Washington Redskins running back Chris Thompson is tackled by two Philadelphia Eagles defenders during the Redskins' 27-20 win at FedEx Field in Landover, Maryland, on Sunday, Oct. 16. / Photo by John E. De Freitas

5 Washington Redskins wide receiver Pierre Garcon braces for a hit from Philadelphia Eagles cornerback Jalen Mills during the Redskins' 27-20 win at FedEx Field in Landover, Maryland, on Sunday, Oct. 16. / Photo by John E. De Freitas

5 Washington Redskins running back Robert Kelley sloughs off Philadelphia Eagles defensive end Brandon Graham during the Redskins' 27-20 win at FedEx Field in Landover, Maryland, on Sunday, Oct. 16. / Photo by John E. De Freitas

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RELIGION Celebrated Author Gloria Naylor Dead at 66 ‘The Women of Brewster Place’ Chronicled the Lives of Her Black Sisters WI Staff Report

Nation Mourns Loss of Chicago Publisher William Garth, Sr. By Lisette Gushiniere William Garth, Sr., CEO of the Chicago Citizen Newspaper Group, Inc. [CCNG] and chairman of the Chatham Business Association, died on Friday, Sept. 23 at the age of 79. A pillar in the community, Garth led the Citizen with a steady hand and worked hard to make the news operation the largest Blackowned ABC audited newspaper in the Midwest. Starting out as an advertising salesman for the Citizen, he ended up owning the newspaper chain in 1980 when he purchased the business from Gus Savage, a six-term Democratic congressman who represented Chicago's South Side. The sale to Garth included the Chatham Citizen, Southend Citizen and the Chicago Weekend Newspapers. He later added the South Suburban and Hyde Park Citizen Newspapers to his holdings. The Citizen soon became a business that Garth both nurtured and loved. He once said, “I've been good to the Citizen, because the Citizen has been good to me.” And, with a current circulation of 112,000 newspapers and a following of 400,000 readers weekly, he clearly did not exaggerate. The Citizen established itself as an important source for community news which focused on the African-American market. During the early years while the Citizen prospered, Garth remained close to his roots. For years, the Citizen operated from a storefront, always remaining on the South Side even as it expanded. His son, Darrell Garth, president and publisher of CCNG, expressed thanks for the support he and his family received on behalf of his father. A dedicated activist in the community, it was important to Garth that Blacks had a seat at the table and were represented on all levels in business. He understood the power of the Black press and remained an active member in the National Newspaper Publishers Association [NNPA]. As the former president of Midwest Region III of the NNPA, he was served as the association’s Region III Advertising Representative. In addition, he became the first Black person to be elected president of the Illinois Press Association [IPA] – the state's largest newspaper association and office trade organization for Illinois weekly and daily newspapers. Garth left a lasting impression on the people he met. “Bill Garth was my hero, my friend and my business partner,” commented Al McFarlane, Founder of Insight News and NNPA Chairman of the Board. “He was part of the pantheon of legendary newspaper owners and civic leaders,” he said Long-time friend and colleague Patricia O'Flynn Pattillo and publisher of The Milwaukee Community Journal had this to say about Garth. “Mr. Garth was a Renaissance man. Born in the Jim Crow south and re-birthed in Chicago's Windy City, he was passionate about justice, equality and upward mobility. His work with the NNPA was unparalleled and he was campaign manager of many including my ascendancy, as the first female president of the NNPA, the Black Press of America,” she said. WI

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Author Gloria Naylor, whose widely-acclaimed stories chronicled the experiences of Black women, recently died at the age of 66. Her debut novel in 1982, “The Women of Brewster Place,” traced the lives of seven Black women in an urban housing project through the trials and triumphs of friendship, family, sexual identity and violence. The novel won the 1983 National Book Award for First Fiction and in 1989, Oprah Winfrey’s production company adapted it into a television miniseries starring Winfrey, Cicely Tyson and Robin Givens. Naylor said she became a writer because she felt the perspectives of Black women like herself had been underrepresented in America literature. The news of her death drew numerous tributes including that of fellow author Terry McMillan who recommended mourners to “read everything Gloria Naylor has ever written.” In speaking about her decision to write her signature novel, she said the following during an earlier published interview with the National Book Foundation [NBF]. “I wanted to write a book that would reflect the diversity and the richness of the Black female experience in America – and no one woman could do that for me, and no one geographical location could do that for me. That’s when the idea got born that Brewster Place would be a microcosm of American society, that on that street would come all of these different women and what they would share would be that wall.” Her subsequent novels, including “Linden Hills,” “Mama Day,” and “Bailey's Cafe,” would earn her a place in the top echelon of Black feminist writers and establish her reputation as a respected voice of American literature. Born in New York in 1950, Naylor’s family encouraged reading and writing. She noted that the library would become her “refuge” and that she went through all the books there in alphabetical order. “But in all of my early reading, I was never given anything to read that had been written by Black Americans, and I believed for years that Black people didn't write books,” she said “No one ever said that to me – as a matter of fact, in 1950, the same year I was born, Gwendolyn Brooks won the Pulitzer Prize. But books by Black authors weren't on my high school curriculum and their books weren't in my library. I read nothing that reflected me,” she exclaimed during her NBF interview. Because she had a hard time expressing herself, her mother bought her a diary when she was 12, which she promptly filled up in three months and never stopped. The journal writing inspired the confessional tone of “The Women of Brewster Place,” which she began writing as a literature student at Brooklyn College, borrowing bits and pieces from her life, including the names of two characters, Luciela and Mae Johnson, borrowed from her grandmother and great-aunt. By the late 1970s, she had published stories in Essence magazine that later became part of the novel. She earned her M.A. from Yale University in 1983, the same year as the publishing of “The Women of Brewster Place.” And she had discovered the voices of other Black women: Toni Morrison, Alice Walker and Ntozake Shange. “I got into the room where I belonged, with all of these foremothers, and I said, well, maybe I can tell my story, too,” she told NBF. WI

Tommy Ford, Star of Sitcom ‘Martin,’ Dies WI Staff Report When gospel legend Richard Smallwood began to post information on his Facebook page about the declining health of his friend, the actor Tommy Ford, many wondered if Smallwood had gotten the news wrong. But sadly, the news would soon be confirmed that Ford, 52, best known for his role as Tommy in the 1990s hit sitcom “Martin,” had died in Atlanta. A cause of death has not been announced and the family, who released a statement on Wednesday, Oct. 12, has asked for privacy. “It is with great sadness that we announce the untimely passing of our beloved son, father, brother, husband and friend Tommy Mykhal Ford,” the statement said. “On behalf of the family, we would like to thank everyone for their love, support and prayers. Please respect the privacy of the Ford family during our time of grief.” Shortly before his death, Ford had been documenting on social media his recovery from knee replacement surgery. The Los Angeles native graduated from the University of Southern California's Fine Arts Acting Program. He entered the television acting industry with his first character role as Lamar Collins on “A Different World,” going on to have parts in other television shows and films, including the 1989 Eddie Murphy movie “Harlem Nights.” However, his role as Tommy Strawn, straight man to Martin Lawrence's comedic character on “Martin,” made Ford a star. Lawrence mourned the loss of his friend, joining the flood of fans who paid tribute to him on Twitter. “We were friends way b4 the Martin show & showed tru friendship on-screen,” Lawrence tweeted. “You brought a lot of love 2 the world & you'll be greatly missed.” WI

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We are specifically looking at how we engage them. We’re bringing all of the influencers from previous elections to help us get the message out so young people will hear it. We know many of them are disinterested but our job is to provide the history for them and give them all of the information that they need in order to make a decision.” Waikinya Clanton, national director for The National Organization of Black Elected Legislative Women, said it’s clear that youth are interested in the issues. “We support the crusade because Black women and young adults have a lot to lose if we don't vote widely and wisely. For those who don't feel motivated we urge them to remember that voting has not always been a guaranteed right for Blacks. Now that we have this right, we must view voting as a responsibility.” As for Ebony Riley, bureau chief for NAN DC, she says we’re facing one of the most important moments in our nation’s history. “We stand at a critical moment in time. Those forms of rhetoric that deny women a voice must be eliminated. We will stand together to send a message in the polls that this is not okay,” she said. Staff Writer Sarafina Wright contributed to this article. WI

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Use Me, Lord! Also I heard the voice of the Lord, saying, Whom shall I send, and who will go for us? Then said I, Here am I; send me. — Isiah 6:8. This article was written by me in 2012. God led me to run this one again for new readers, and as a reminder to all of us as to why we were sent here on Earth in such a time as this. In a sermon by Jonathan McLeod, I was reminded of a message God gave me. It's worthy of sharing with you. During the entire week, I felt compelled to say these words: Lord, this is your body. You made me so that I could come to this earth for your good pleasure. Today, Lord, use my eyes, Lord, so that I might see. Use me, Lord, for all those who are seeking after Thee. Use my ears, Lord, so that I may hear those who are crying for help because they live in constant fear. Use my tongue, Lord, so I may confess my sins, Lord, and then I can give testimony to the world of your goodness. Use my arms, Lord, so I may reach out — and gather up those who are lost who doubt your goodness and mercy. Those who doubt you, Lord, you say in the scriptures in Mark 11:23, "For verily I say unto you, that whosoever shall say unto this mountain, Be thou removed, and be thou cast into the sea; and shall not doubt in his heart, but shall believe that those things which he saith shall come to pass; he shall have whatsoever he saith." Use my legs, Lord; let them run free to bring your sheep back unto Thee. Use me, Lord, use all of me. Help me to find those who can't see." If you ever doubt God Turning Hearts Church

can use you, read Ephesians 2:10 which says, "For we are God's masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so we can do the good things he planned for us long ago." Don't you know you're God's masterpiece? You were created to do His Will. Scripture tells us, He knew you before you were formed in your mother's womb. We are His masterpiece, defined as a product with a designated purpose. We are His workmanship, and you can search the scriptures to prove it. God uses whomever He chooses. Look at what Moses said: "O Lord, I have never been eloquent, neither in the past nor since you have spoken to your servant. I am slow of speech and tongue." The Lord said to him, "Who gave man his mouth? Who makes him deaf or mute? Who gives him sight or makes him blind? Is it not I, the Lord? Now go; I will help you speak and will teach you what to say," Exodus 4:10-12. "My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness," 2 Corinthians 12:9. Take time to pray without ceasing, quote scriptures throughout the day and sing songs of praise! When you see someone in need, help them the way the New York police officer did when he paid out of pocket to buy a man some shoes. He was allowing God to use him. I know God is using me when I can encourage another student to apply himself or herself to do their work. Several students, who had once refused to work, proved just how intelligent they really are. They seem to be able to identify with me. It's as if they are saying

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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

Committed to providing services and supports to increase the capacity of individuals, businesses, and communities.

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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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”

Church of Living Waters

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

Crusader Baptist Church

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

www.livingwatersmd.org

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

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

Bishop Alfred A. Owens, Jr.; Senior Bishop & Evangelist Susie C. Owens – Co-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

610 Rhode Island Avenue, NE Washington, DC 20002 (202) 529-4547 office • (202) 529-4495 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

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

Services and Times Sunday School: 9:30am Sunday Worship: 11:00am Prayer Meeting and Bible Study: Wed. 7:30pm

“We are one in the Spirit” www.ssbc5757.org E-mail: ssbc5757@verizon.net

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Greater Mt. Calvary Holy Church

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

Service and Times Sunday Worship Services: 7:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Holy Communion: 2nd Sunday at 7:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Sunday Church School: 9:20 a.m. Seniors Bible Study: Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. Noon Day Prayer Service: Tuesdays at Noon Bible Study: Tuesdays at 7 p.m. Motto: “A Ministry of Reconciliation Where Everybody is Somebody!” Website: http://isleofpatmosbc.org Church Email: ipbcsecretary@verizon.net

St Marks Baptist Come Worship with us... Dr. Raymond T. Matthews Pastor and First Lady Marcia Matthews St. Mark's Baptist Church 624 Underwood Street, NW Washington, dc 20011 Services and Times Sunday School: 9:00am Worship Service: 10:00am Wed. Noon Day prayer service Thur. Prayer service: 6:45pm Thur. Bible Study: 7:15pm

Twelfth Street Christian Church Reverend Dr. Paul H. Saddler Senior Pastor (Disciples of Christ) 1812 12th Street, NW - Washington, DC 20009 Phone: 202-265-4494 Fax: 202 265 4340 Service and Times Sunday Worship Service: 11:00 am Communion every Sunday: 11:00 am Sunday School: 10:00 am Bible Study Tuesday: 12 Noon Pastor’s Bible Study Tuesday: 6:30 pm Motto: “Discover Something Wonderful” Website: 12thscc.org Email: Twelfthstcc@aol.com

Mt. Zion Baptist Church

Mount Carmel Baptist Church

Rev. John W. Davis Pastor

Joseph N. Evans, Ph.D Senior Pastor

5101 14th Street, N.W. Washington, DC 20011 202-726-2220/ 202-726-9089

901 Third Street N.W. Washington, DC. 20001 Phone (202) 842-3411 Fax (202) 682-9423

Service and Times Sunday Worship Service: 8:00am and 11:00am Sunday School: 9:15am Holy Communion 4th Sunday 10:00am Prayer and Bible Study Wednesday 7:00pm TV Ministry –Channel 6 Wednesday 10:00pm

Isle of Patmos Baptist Church

Rev. Paul Carrette Senior Pastor

Service and Times Sunday Service: 8:30am& 11:00am Bible Study: Wednesday 7:30pm Communion Service: First Sunday

www.pilgrimbaptistdc.org

Allen Chapel A.M.E. Church

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 themcbc.org

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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 “Come Grow With Us and Establish a Blessed Family”

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: 7:30am & 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. Dr. Diane Dixon Proctor 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 - lpumconthegrow@gmail.com 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: “A CHURCH ON THE GROW”.

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

Rev. Dr. Clinton W. Austin 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 Dr. C. Matthew Hudson, Jr, Pastor 2616 MLK Ave., SE - Washington, DC 20020 Office 202-889-3709 - Fax 202-678-3304 Service and Times Early Worship Service: 7:30a.m Worship Service: 10:45a.m. New Members Class: 9:30a.m. Holy Communion : 1st Sunday -10:45a.m Church School: 9:30a.m. Prayer, Praise and Bible Study: Wednesday 7p.m Bible Study : Saturday: 11a.m. Baptism: 4th Sunday – 10:45a.m “Empowered to love and Challenged to Lead a Multitude of Souls to Christ”

Peace Baptist Church

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

Pennsylvania Ave. 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 Morning Worship Service: 7:15 am & 10:50 am Sunday School: 9:30am Wednesday Prayer & Testimonies Service: 7:30pm Wednesday School of the Bible: 8:00pm Wednesday - Midweek Prayer Service: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

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 pbcexec@verizon.net

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. Reginald M. Green, Sr. Interim 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) 232-4200

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 Sunrise Prayer Services - Sunday 7:00 a.m. Morning Worship: 8:00 a.m Church School : 9:30 a.m. Morning Worship: 10:55 a.m. Bible Study, Thursday: 6:30 p.m. Prayer Meeting,Thursday : 7:30 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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Service and Times Sunday Worship Services: 7:45am & 11:00am Sunday School For All Ages: 9:30am Prayer Services: Wednesday 11:30am & 6:45pm Bible Institute: Wednesday at Noon & 7:45pm Email: Froffice@firstrising.org Website: www.firstrising.org “Changing Lives On Purpose “

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LEGAL NOTICES

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

Administration No. 2016 ADM 1132

Administration No. 2016 ADM 1128

Administration No. 2016 ADM 1170

Administration No. 2016 ADM 1172

Audrey C. Lucas Decedent

Mary Corazon Talaro Decedent

Cheryl Chapman Henderson, Esq. 4920 Niagara Road, Suite 200 College Park, MD 20740 Attorney

Peter D. Antonoplos, Esq. 1725 DeSales Street NW, Suite 600 Washington, DC 20036 Attorney

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

Sharon M. Lucas, whose address is 1128 Galloway Street, NE, Washington, DC 20011, was appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Audrey C. Lucas who died on July 14, 2016 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., 515 5th Street, N.W., Building A, Third Floor Washington, D.C. 20001, on or before April 20, 2017. 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 April 20, 2017, 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.

Norma T. Blomberg, whose address is 2571 Heron Drive, Woodburn, OR 97071, was appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Mary Corazon Talaro who died on August 21, 2016 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., 515 5th Street, N.W., Building A, Third Floor Washington, D.C. 20001, on or before April 20, 2017. 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 April 20, 2017, 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: October 20, 2016

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Elaine Greene Decedent Nigel L. Scott, Esquire 7306 Georgia Avenue, NW Washington, DC 20012 Attorney NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT, NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Vybert Greene, whose address is 63 Silo Range Road, Orland Park, IL 60467, was appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Elaine Greene who died on April 16, 2015 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., 515 5th Street, N.W., Building A, Third Floor Washington, D.C. 20001, on or before April 13, 2017. 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 April 13, 2017, 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: October 13, 2016 Vybert Greene Personal Representative

Wilhelmina B. Walden Decedent Shanelle C. Patterson 1455 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW Suite 400 Washington, DC 20004 Attorney NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT, NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Deborah J. Walden, whose address is 1200 45th Place SE, Washington, DC 20019 was appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Wilhelmina B. Walden who died on January 7, 2016 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., 515 5th Street, N.W., Building A, Third Floor Washington, D.C. 20001, on or before April 13, 2017. 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 April 13, 2017, 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: October 13, 2016 Deborah J. Walden Personal Representative

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SUPERIOR COURT OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA Probate Division Washington, D.C. 20001-2131 Administration Number 2016 ADM 1136 Estate of Melvin P. Carter aka Melvin Phillip Carter Deceased NOTICE OF STANDARD PROBATE Notice is hereby given that a petition has been filed in this Court by Brett Cohen for standard probate, including the appointment of one or more personal representative. Unless a complaint or an objection in accordance with Superior Court Probate Division Rule 407 is filed in this Court within 30 days from the date of first publication of this notice, the Court may take the action hereinafter set forth. Order Sabina Richardson who is alleged to have custody of the will dated July 31, 2015 to deliver it to the Court. Order any interested person to show cause why the provisions of the lost or destroyed will dated July 31, 2015 should not be admitted to probate as expressed in the petition.

Date of first publication: October 6, 2016 Brett Cohen Petitoner

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Commercial Commercial  _______________with all inherent rights____________________________

NOTICE! to all Municipalities. Local and National Governments. STATES. U.S. Agents. Attorneys. Corporations. Persons. Vessels. Counties. Militaries. Courts. United States of America. UNITED STATES. UNITED NATIONS. and to Territories in Possession of UNITED STATES. United States d/b/a Department of Home Land Security. United States Treasury Department. United Nations and United Nations Security Counsel. Vatican. Indian tribes, Associated Bands and Clans. The following election to Occupy the Office of General Executor for JACQUELINE DENISE BROWN, Estate was held in the City of Washington, District of Columbia on July 4, 1960. For which “I” Jacqueline Denise family Brown, a America National, A woman standing on the land Amexem/North America. I have now accepted the position of General Executor, and General Guardian of the divine Estate gifted and granted me by the Divine Creator. Therefore, I affirm and declare that upon occupying this office, I will not be responsible for the payments of any debts or obligations of the United States of America and neither for any payments or Obligations of any debts for any United States Person/citizen. =============================================== By, ____Jacqueline Denise Brown. GENERAL EXECUTOR ===============================================

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SUPERIOR COURT OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA Probate Division Washington, D.C. 20001-2131 Administration No. 2016 ADM 1175 Denise M. Rhodes Decedent Michelle Lanchester, Esq. 601 Pennsylvania Ave., NW, Suite 900, South Building Washington, DC 20004 Attorney NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT, NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Karen R. Rhodes, whose address is 3600 39th Ave., Apt. A, Colmar Manor, MD 20722, was appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Denise M. Rhodes who died on August 27, 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., 515 5th Street, N.W., Building A, Third Floor Washington, D.C. 20001, on or before April 20, 2017. 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 April 20, 2017, 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: October 20, 2016 Karen R. Rhodes Personal Representative

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LEGAL NOTICES SUPERIOR COURT OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA Probate Division Washington, D.C. 20001-2131 Administration No. 2016 ADM 1150 Ruth T. Washington Decedent Deborah D. Boddie, Esq. 1308 Ninth Street, NW Suite 300 Washington, DC 20001 Attorney NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT, NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS William J. Washington, whose address is 3111 Q Street, SE, Washington, DC 20020, was appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Ruth T. Washington who died on November 11, 2008 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., 515 5th Street, N.W., Building A, Third Floor Washington, D.C. 20001, on or before April 20, 2017. 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 April 20, 2017, 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: October 20, 2016 William J. Washington Personal Representative

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said Christian, who works for the federal government in McLean, Virginia. "Something needs to be done. With MGM, it could get even worse." Additional meetings will be held to discuss the proposal, which can be viewed at http://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/2628/MGMGrand-Traffic-Plan. In terms of public safety, dozens of officers will be deployed to work extensively the first 30 to 45 days. There could be fewer officers based on how traffic flows and number of patrons visiting the casino. Although MGM will have its own security personnel on the property, county detectives received training on how to observe criminal activity in a casino environment. In addition, MGM will install dozens of cameras throughout the resort. "I like the cameras on the property. I like there is a plan and it's flexible," said Eric Bellamy of Fort Washington. "The ability to see what's going on and if the [traffic] plan needs to change is great." WI

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arrests are a big source of bodies and business in the criminal legal system. African-American makes up 12-13 percent of America's population, but are 37 percent of jail and prison inmates. Private prisons are the biggest business in the prison industry complex. About 18 corporations guard 10,000 prisoners in 27 states. The two largest are Correctional Corporation of America and Wackenhut, which together control 75 percent of America's prison population. CCA claims 54,944 beds in 68 facilities under contract or development in the U.S., Puerto Rico, United Kingdom and Australia. An African-American, Kim White, is the company's executive vice president of human resources, overseeing inmate re-entry programs. Wackenhut Corrections Corporation, the second-largest prison company, manages 46 facilities in North America, the U.K. and Australia. It has a total of 30,424

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Some high school students rallied Thursday, Oct. 13 in front of the school administration building in Upper Marlboro after officials decided to not pay for Advanced Placement exams, which allow students to study high-level courses and possibly earn college credit. However, the system announced on the same day it will continue to pay for the exams this school year. The statement mentions the county remains the only school system in the region that currently pays for a student's exam that cost about $90. "This decision does have financial implications that will require some additional adjustments, but we feel that this is the right thing to do," officials said. "We will revisit this practice for the 2017-18 school year, allowing students and families adequate time to plan and adjust, if needed."

Officials said a letter dated Sept. 26 informed students and parents of the decisions, but some students such as M. Julian Goldstein first received notification from his AP coordinators at Charles H. Flowers High School in Springdale. "There was no sort of respect and transparency. How do you expect someone to be happy about that?" said Goldstein, 17, a senior planning to major in international relations in college. "There was no sort of communication until people started rumbling and grumbling, which just should not have been. It's just blatantly disrespectful." For those students who return back to high school next year, the future remains uncertain. "I believe that in a public school system you should make every opportunity available for all. That's the point of public schools," said Justina Blanco, 15, a 10th-grader at Parkdale High School in Riverdale. "These leaders are supposed to advocate for us [and] work to give us the most opportunities. People were told they got a free education, but you have to pay for a class that is helping you? It's not right." WI

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Since PGCPS' Sept. 26 letter regarding changes to Advanced Placement exam fees, school officials have heard from many parents and students concerned about the timing of notifications and the district's commitment to the AP program. During the 2016-17 school year, PGCPS will continue the practice of covering AP Exam fees for all students. Although this decision has financial implications that will require additional adjustments, officials said it's the right call. PGCPS will revisit the practice for the 2017-18 school year, allowing students and families adequate time to plan and adjust if needed. Currently, the county is the only system in the region to assume the cost for all students. Meanwhile, teachers will continue to provide students with the same rigorous instructional opportunities in the classroom that will prepare them for the AP exams to be administered at the end of the school year. WI

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400 percent to an outrageous $608 for two Epinephrine pens that, according to industry experts, cost no more than $30 (some say $20) to make and only $2 for the medicine inside the needles, is a prime example of the true cost of living for those with medical issues. I am told that a drug for debilitating rheumatoid arthritis cost as much as $2,000 per month for two injections. This is shameful, and it speaks to our condition in this country,

our greed and our willingness to get as much profit as we can without regard for who it hurts. In the United States, it's often money first and people second, maybe even third or fourth. We should be outraged and appalled at this situation as we watch our parents and grandparents struggle to pay the ridiculous costs to maintain their lives. The cost of living for them is beyond their reach, and many are dying because of it. So what will we do about it? Will we continue to be entertained, mesmer-

ized and embarrassed by the politicians and their operatives who are too busy trying to find more dirt on one another, or will we turn our attention to the much more important problem of our disabled and elderly and the dayto-day problems they face? Our politics should go from X-rated to Rx-rated. I believe we can do much better by the least among us. Do you? If so, get involved and make their cost of living decrease and their Cost of Living Allowances (COLA) increase. WI

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tried to weaken CFPB's authority for meritless and political reasons", said Mike Calhoun, president of the Center for Responsible Lending. "If the 2008 financial crisis showed us anything, it's that consumers need an independent regulator to look after the interests of consumers. … Any efforts to change CFPB's structure would reduce its effectiveness and harm hard working people across the country." Wade Henderson, president and CEO of the Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights, concurred. "For years, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has cracked down on payday loan sharks, for-profit college scams, robo-filing debt collectors, shady overdraft charges, predatory home loans, and just several weeks ago, bank account fraud on a staggering scale," Henderson said. "It's not clear to us why this court chose this moment to side with those interests and against American consumers, coming so soon after the Wells Fargo scandal and so soon before the election. But today's ruling, as poorly-timed and wrong as it is, will help Americans understand just what is at stake." On Capitol Hill, two leading financial reform lawmakers also offered strong reactions. "This split decision — which bizarrely relies on a mischaracterization of my original

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MALVEAUX from Page 31 a long way toward continuing an important conversation about the origins of our nation's wealth gap. Obama could also use an executive order to direct unspent Department of Education funds to historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs). What if he directed at least $1 million to each HBCU, pushing Kim Hunter Reed, acting executive director of the White House Initiative on HBCUs, to go to each federal department to release unspent funds for contracting and scholarship opportunities? These dollars would make a great difference, especially at our nation's smallest,

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ly prohibit expulsions and severely limit suspensions of children from Head Start programs, recognizing the disproportionate rate at which children of color are suspended from preschool programs. They set a goal for all programs to serve children for a full school day and full school year by 2020. Currently only a third of Head Start preschool programs provide full-day, full school year services. The new performance standards also make it easier for programs to actively recruit and serve homeless children and children in foster care. We must remember quality care is dependent on a well-trained and supported workforce. Right now child care workers are paid less than parking lot attendants in 30 states. Is this how America values the professionals who care for our children? Finally, we must ensure all 3- and

4-year-olds have access to high-quality preschool programs that lead into great public schools from kindergarten through 12th grade. Providing a high-quality continuum of early childhood development and learning opportunities is not only the right thing to do, it is the smart thing to do. Our nation's moral and economic future depends on us providing quality support and equal opportunities to our 14.5 million poor children. Nearly 70 percent of them are children of color, and far too many of the 4.2 million children under 5 living in poverty come to school unready to learn as do too many more living in families struggling to get by. We must all work together to change the odds for these and all our children in 2017 and beyond. Our future and our values as a nation depend on it. WI

private HBCUs. The president made important points in his recent visit to North Carolina A&T State University at a gathering hosted by ESPN's "The Undefeated" and led by anchor Stan Verrett. He could combine talk with action by aggressively addressing HBCU issues as his term winds down, making amends for the ways his administration treated HBCUs earlier. President Obama has lots of unfinished domestic and foreign policy matters, and there will be numerous demands in these last 100 days for him to address a plethora of issues. As a lame duck, he has limited tools — the executive order and the bully pulpit.

Congress may return after the November election chastened, especially if Republicans lose the presidential race, and inclined to cooperate on some legislative matters. It is more likely, however, that they will continue their obstruction to anything President Obama proposes. Still, President Obama has the power to do more both symbolically and substantively in these last days of his presidency. I'd urge him to consider some of the things he can do to address the African-American community that has steadfastly supported him, even when he has not been so supportive of us. WI

school, who struggled after the war for the repatriation of the freed slaves into a land or territory of their own. He was not smitten with the romance of being an ornament in the world of white supremacy, like Dr. Ben Carson has become in this day and time. Today the ignorant, left-behind ordinary white people who were taught that the Confederate flag symbolizes "Southern heritage" rather than treason against their country are now rising up into the Donald Trump campaign like zombies who can't be killed because they are already dead. Many — including a sitting governor, Kentucky Republican Matt Bevin — are threatening "bloodshed" and revolution if the disgusting, racist, misogynistic, xenophobe Trump is not elected. Sad. The solution is simple. It's what Lincoln and President Thomas Jefferson correctly advocated: separation of the races. The vast majority of the people live in separate worlds already, worlds dominated by white supremacy thinking, only the aver-

age Trump supporter thinks their comfy world of privilege has been upended by the advance of a horde of undeserving blacks who have ruined the paradise they stole from the Indians, then strip-mined and polluted to the brink of natural destruction. They think their little Second Amendment-protected pop-gun AR-15s and whatnot are sufficient against Almighty God, Who controls the forces of nature — the rain, the drought, the earthquakes — and who promised to deliver His people from bondage under the children of their slavemasters. The white racists are mistaken. They cannot prevail. Let black people go into a sovereign land of their own! Otherwise, I think we will all learn the truth of John Brown's last words, delivered on a note given to his hangman on the gallows: "I, John Brown am now quite certain that the crimes of this guilty land can never be purged away but with blood." Bring it on. Racial separation, or race war. WI

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Excludes ALL: cosmetics/fragrances, Deals of the Day, Doorbusters/web busters, electrics/electronics, everyday Values (EDV), furniture/mattresses, Last Act, Macy’s Backstage, rugs, specials, Super Buys, Breville, Coach, Dyson, Fitbit, Frye, Hanky Panky, Jack Spade, Kate Spade, KitchenAid Pro Line, Le Creuset, Levi’s, Locker Room by Lids, Marc Jacobs, Michael Kors Studio, Michele watches, Natori, Sam Edelman, Samsung watches, Shun, Stuart Weitzman, The North Face, Theory, Tumi, Vitamix, Wacoal, Wolford, Wüsthof, Tory Burch, UGG, littleBits, 3Doodler, Movado Bold, M by Macy’s Marketplace, athletic clothing, shoes & accessories, designer jewelry/watches, designer sportswear, gift cards, jewelry trunk shows, previous purchases, select licensed depts., services, special orders, special purchases, tech watches/jewelry/accessories; PLUS, ONLINE ONLY: baby gear, kids’ shoes, Allen Edmonds, Brahmin, Birkenstock, Hurley, Johnston & Murphy, Merrell, RVCA, Tommy Bahama, toys. Cannot be combined with any savings pass/coupon, extra discount or credit offer except opening a new Macy’s account. Purchase must be $25 or $50 or more, exclusive of tax and delivery fees.

ONE DAY SALE PRICES IN EFFECT 10/21-10/22/2016. OPEN A MACY’S ACCOUNT FOR EXTRA 20% SAVINGS THE FIRST 2 DAYS, UP TO $100, WITH MORE REWARDS TO COME. Macy’s credit card is available subject to credit approval; new account savings valid the day your account is opened and the next day; excludes services, selected licensed departments, gift cards, restaurants, gourmet food & wine. The new account savings are limited to a total of $100; application must qualify for immediate approval to receive extra savings; employees not eligible.

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