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Former Mayor Among Six Sworn-in to D.C. Council By William J. Ford WI Staff Writer @jabariwill Six men were sworn in Monday as members of the D.C. Council, including three who won in a contentious primary to unseat incumbents supported by Mayor Muriel Bowser. One of those three was former Mayor Vincent Gray, who will represent Ward 7 and assured residents Monday that health care will be brought to those east of the Anacostia River. "Too many people in our city have watched while some neighborhoods benefit from prosperity
and others remain stagnant," said Gray, who will chair the council's Health and Human Services Committee. "Refuse to accept anything less but success." Among the hundreds of attendees at the ceremony at the Walter E. Convention Center in northwest D.C. was former Councilwoman Yvette Alexander, who lost her seat to Gray in the Democratic primary. "This is still my city that I love so well," said Alexander, who plans to do health care consulting. "I am not leaving this city, so I am going to still hold them accountable."
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5 Council member Trayon White, Sr. (Ward 8) delivers his inauguration after being sworn in as a new D.C. council member at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Northwest on Tuesday, Jan. 3. / Photo by Lateef Mangum
Farewell, Barack Obama: You'll Be Missed CBC Celebrates Historic By Stacy M. Brown WI Senior Writer Supporters and critics alike may eventually come to view President Barack Obama's two-term White House tenure the same way. His determination for change never appeared to cause him to stumble on his goals, be it Obamacare or commuting the sentences of so many who were imprisoned for so long — primarily because of antiquated laws that punished mostly low-level minority drug offenders. Even as Obama is set to leave office, he took unprecedented steps to retaliate against alleged Russian interference in the 2016 election. In an executive order. Obama labeled Russia's action as significant, malicious cyber-enabled activities and sanctioned six Russian individuals and five Russian entities while ordering dozens of Russian diplomats
OBAMA Page 11 5President Barack Obama will leave office on Jan. 20. / Courtesy photo
Day with 49 Members By Freddie Allen NNPA Newswire Managing Editor During the ceremonial swearing-in event a few blocks from the White House, the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation, Inc., honored Rep. Cedric L. Richmond (D-La.), the new chairman of the Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) and caucus members who will serve during the 115th Congress. A. Shuanise Washington, president and CEO of the CBCF, said that the 115th Congress will have the largest CBC in history with 49 members. "While the CBC grows in numbers, there remains a lack of diversity and inclusion when it comes to senior staff placement in senate and congressional offices," Washington said. "The CBCF is committed to doing its part to change the landscape of Capitol
Hill and we're doing so with one of our newest initiatives: Emerge 535." Launched in 2013, the Emerge 535 program will enable the CBCF to expand opportunities for young people of color by providing 535 scholarships and fellowships to work on Capitol Hill. During her comments at the CBC ceremony, held at the Warner Theatre in Northwest, House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi (D-California) blasted Republican lawmakers for blocking President Barack Obama's last Supreme Court justice nominee and efforts to pass an updated Voting Rights Act. Pelosi also noted the irony in the fact that some of the same Republicans who attended the opening of the National Museum of African American History and Culture and the 50th anniversary of "Bloody
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Among the programs Marlow sense offrom uniformity in his thecampaign way wants to see implemented are minister who supported the president-elect the start of When L.Y. Marlow's 23-year- domestic violence victims and stricter restraining order policies, and a Florida-based female pastor who has been called one of Donald old daughter told her the father survivors are treated. Trump’s top spiritual leaders will those who will pray during themore rights for victim's families of her daughter threatened her be among “She's using her own personal to intervene on behalf of a vicinauguration of America’s life, and the life of their 45th child,president. story, her own personal pain to tim, a domestic violence assessinaugural committee the Rev. Franklinment unit coupled with further she Trump’s knew something had to berecently pushannounced forward,”that Davis-Nickens Graham, Wayne T. Jacksonsaid and about PastorMarlow. Paula White, respectivelytraining for law enforcement done. OutBishop of her frustration andlaw as cited above, as well as Cardinal Davis-Nickens Timothy M. Dolan, Marvinagencies, a Child's Life Protecwith enforcement's handling saidRabbi anyone the Rev.she Samuel Rodriguez will give during the ceremoofHier the and situation, decided to who readsreadings Marlow's book will tion Act and mandatory counselstart ny. the Saving Promise cam- “get it.” She said she “puts the ing for batterers. paign. Jackson, pastor of Detroit’s Greatcase Faith International, in Ministries such a way, the averagehost- “If we are ever going to eradi“ItTrump seems for to be a vicious person can getWhite it.” Shehelped said atorganize the cate domestic violence, we must ed a visit to hiscycle church in September. that won't turn with my several familyhundred end evangelical of the day,leaders the book willShe’slook at both sides of the coin. photo Trump’s meeting in June. 5 Bishop Wayne T. Jackson / Courtesy loose,” said. Marlow begin tofollowing have a diaalso justMarlow the second woman to prayhelp at anpeople inauguration, MyrlieWe need to address both the vicshared her story the with the audilogueleader about domestic violence. Evers-Williams, widow of civil rights Medgar Evers, who was thetim and the batterer,” Marlow ence at the District Heights Also present at the event said. first in 2013 during President Barack Obama’s second inaugurationwas ceremony. Domestic Violence Symposium Mildred Muhammad, the exMarlow would alsosaying like to seeconThe 7Mormon Tabernacle Choir will sing although at least one member has quit the group, their on May at the District Heights wife of John Allen Muhammad, programs designed to raise science willCenter. not allow them to sing for a person that encourages “tyranny and fascism.” Municipal The sympowho was sentenced to six consec- awareness among children in sium was sponsored by the utive life terms without parole public and private schools. She Family and Youth Services by a Maryland jury for his role in feels children need to be educatCenter of the city of District the Beltway Sniper attacks in ed about domestic violence. decade of demographic changes thestop District thatpasbegan in Heights and the National Hook- 2002. Following Mildred aMuhammad is “We haveinto being the mid-2000s, a report recently released by the D.C. Fiscal Policy Institute Up of Black Women. the founder of After the Trauma, sive-aggressive with poor chilshows more people are struggling to pay for housing. In fact, due to sharply Marlow has written a book, an organization that helps the dren about domestic violence,” rising rents, District residents are paying staggering percentages of “Color Me Butterfly,” which is a survivors of thousands domesticofviolence Marlow said. story about four generations of and their income just to pay their monthly bill. their children. Marlow has worked to break domestic violence. The book is “IThe livedreport in fear foron sixto years. Six 26,600 goes say that households spend at least half their the cycle of abuse in her family, inspired by her own experiences, years in fear is a longAstime. is and ismost confident policies she income on housing. moreItnewcomers, notablythe young professionals, and those of her grandmother, not an to easy thing out the isrental pushing will start began move intotothecome District, marketfor responded with that increases. her mother and her daughter. of,” said. Byshe 2004, according to the report, theprocess. poorest group of families, numbered at She said every time she reads MildredwereMuhammad said rents –“I62 plan to take to 50 43,000, burdened by rising percent of these them policies in all paying excerpts from her book, she still people who want to help a Congress and implore them to percent or more of their monthly income toward rent. can not believe the words came domestic violence victim must change our laws,” Marlow said. Many of them, living on fixed incomes that have remained stagnant for the from her. “Color Me Butterfly” be careful of how they go into “I will not stop until these polipast 10 years, gone without basic necessities including health care, won the 2007 National “Best the victim's life,have andoften understand cies are passed.” foodshe and may utilitiesbein order to pay their rent. have move often Books” Award. that in “survival TiaThose Carolwho Jones canhad betoreached have lost personal belongings, been forced to move in with family “I was just 16-years-old when mode”. at tiacaroljones@sbcglobal.net my eye first blackened and my “Before you get to 'I'm going lips bled,” Marlow said. to kill you,' it started as a verbal WI Elaine Davis-Nickens, presidentDemocrats of the National Hook-Up may be shut out of power for the first time in a deofcade, Black Women, said there no but they are still pressingis forward – this time with five memconsistency in the way domestic bers of Congress vying for their party’s chairmanship for the Naviolence issues are dealt with by tional Committee. The candidates include Keith Ellison, who could become the first Muslim to chair a U.S. political party; Labor Secretary Tom Perez; Ray Buckley, chairman of New Hampshire’s Democrats; South Carolina’s Jaime Harrison; and Idaho’s Sally Boynton Brown. For the most part, all five have similar ideologies and none have challenged the left-wing redevelopment of the party’s platform which Ellison helped to write. Ellison stands as the central figure in the race with the election taking place Feb. 23 – 26. He’s also backed by several senators: Bernie Sanders, Elizabeth Warren and Charles Schumer. As the election approaches, each of the candidates continue to 5 Kieth Ellison / Courtesy photo weigh-in on the reasons attributing to their party suffering such devastating losses in the November general election. The Washington Informer continues to seek an in-depth interview with Ellison whose office has so far been unresponsive to our requests.
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It’s been a deadly year for those in Prince William County where the number of homicides more than doubled from 2015 to 2016, increasing from 10 to 22. Meanwhile the District recorded a total of 134 homicides with Fairfax County recording 18. For normally peaceful Prince William, the 22 homicides are the most they’ve recorded since 1975 when authorities first began 4 / May 15 - 21, 2008 The Washington Informer / www.washingtoninformer.com keeping track. Among the factors law officials attribute to the rise are guns, gangs and domestic violence. But many veterans in the area say they just aren’t sure why the homicide rate has risen so sharply.
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Black History Month Programs Also Listed By Sarafina Wright WI Staff Writer The D.C. Public Library System will host numerous engaging conversations remembering and celebrating the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday and Black History Month. A 56'x7' oil painting depicting the life and work of King, contributed by artist Donald L. Miller, will be discussed by his son Craig Miller and Dr. Leslie King-Hammond, graduate dean emeritus and founding director of the Center for Race and Culture at Maryland Institute College of Art. They will review his work as an artist putting it into a larger context of American art. The library will also celebrate the late Coretta Scott King with a special Author Talk including her friend and journalist, Rev. Dr. Barbara Reynolds, who will examine Coretta's life in posthumous memoir she authored, "My Life, My Love, My Legacy."
Author Talk: Karen Branan, 'The Family Tree' Saturday, Jan. 28, 2 p.m. Northeast Library 330 7th St. NE Karen Branan researched the act of hanging for 20 years, resulting in the book, "The Family Tree: A Lynching in Georgia, a Legacy of Secrets, and My Search for the Truth."
BLACK HISTORY MONTH EVENTS: Discussion: African American Leisure Activities with Patsy M. Fletcher & Marya McQuirter Saturday, Feb. 4, 2 p.m. Watha T. Daniel/Shaw Library 1630 7th St. NW
Discussion: Donald L. Miller and the King Mural Saturday, Jan. 14, 2 p.m. Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library 901 G St. NW
Historian Patsy Mose Fletcher, author of "Historically African American Leisure Destinations around Washington, D.C.," and historian Marya McQuirter will discuss the history of African-American leisure activities and places where they could relax without worrying about racism. A question-and-answer session will follow the discussion. A photography exhibit related to the discussion will be on view at the Shaw library during the month of February.
Craig Miller, the artist's son, will discuss the art of the King Mural and his father's art-making process. He will share photos of Miller making the mural and discuss the importance of its imagery. A question-and-answer session will follow the lecture.
Lecture: Wesley Lowery - 'The Obama Years: An Assessment of Race Relations in the United States' Wednesday, Feb. 8, 6:30 p.m. Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library 901 G St. NW
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Author Talk: 'My Life, My Love, My Legacy' with Rev. Dr. Barbara Reynolds Wednesday, Jan. 18, 6:30 p.m. Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library 901 G St. NW The memoir will be released in January 2017. In it, King speaks candidly about her childhood in Alabama, her marriage to Martin Luther King Jr. and becoming a civil and human rights activist in her own right. A question-and-answer session will follow the discussion. Books will be available for purchase at the event.
AROUND THE REGION Black History Wikipedia Edit-a-Thon Saturday, Feb. 18, 1:30 p.m. Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library 901 G St. NW Want to help researchers find accurate information about black history? Wikipedia DC will lead an Edit-a-thon for Black History Month. Learn how to improve or update Wikipedia articles relating to black life and history in D.C. Attendees will also create or revise new entries related to the library's Black Studies collections. Participants should bring a laptop for editing articles. Lecture: Alicia Montgomery - 'President Donald J. Trump: An Assessment His First 100 Days' Wednesday, Feb. 22, 6:30 p.m. Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library 901 G St. NW Donald Trump's election as the 45th president of the United States has many African-Americans, Muslims and immigrants fearful. Some fear being vilified. Some fear being deported. Alicia Montgomery, editorial/regional news director of
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1890 – African-American inventor William B. Purvis receives patent for the fountain pen. 1891 – Writer Zora Neale Hurston is born in Notasulga, Alabama. 1955 – Singer Marian Andersen becomes the first black person to perform at the Metropolitan Opera in New York City. 2002 – Shirley Franklin is sworn in as mayor of Atlanta, the first woman to hold the post and the first black woman to be elected mayor of a major Southern city.
1971 – R&B singer Mary J. Blige, "The Queen of Hip-Hop Soul," is born in New York City. 1987 – Three scientists announce that they have discovered evidence of a woman who lived in Africa 200,000 years ago and may be the mother of the human species. WI
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Yes, I made several New Year's resolutions, but I look at it as something I always strive to do. However, this year, I want to focus more on my health, a career change and learning to accept what some situations are. I don't have to stick to a certain script or control everything.
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Last year was good and I want to build on some of the great things that happened. I definitely want to spend more time with my family and put an emphasis on taking care of our collective health.
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I don't make resolutions, but I do have goals that I want for this year. I just want to be happy. Going after my happiness is the goal for the year.
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I don't have any New Year's resolutions, because I just know that things are going to work out for me. The year is already starting off right, in another country to learn and grow. I'm looking forward to being myself and being better.
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I did make resolutions that include lifestyle changes for a better mind, body and spirit. I plan to do that by making exercise and self care a priority.
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The World According to Dominic
“Should We Fear White Supremacists or Our Own ‘Cousins and Kinfolk’?” Years ago when I was just beginning to work as a beat reporter for a Black-owned newspaper in the Windy City, one of the first things I did was to secure a safe route from my downtown office to my home on the Southside. If you’re unfamiliar with the city, it’s divided into a huge grid with the majority of Blacks living either on the Southside or the Westside. Neighborhoods can change drastically from one block to the next – the first being quiet and inviting – the next being full of danger including gangs, drug sales and gun-toting thieves. Criminals back then had little to fear from the police – something that hasn’t changed much almost 20 years later. Recently, America’s third largest city has attracted a lot of attention due to a troubling increase in homicides. For the record, Chicago saw 1,100 more shooting incidents in 2016 than it did in 2015, including a record high 762 deaths – the largest one-year spike in 60 years. Police data indicates that most of the deaths and shootings occurred in five neighborhoods – on the South and West sides – where residents
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Kent” and making sure that I was safe – even protected which was sometimes necessary when rival gangs invaded their turf. We were not alike, or so I thought – and yet we were. I was a middle-class, college-educated reporter who wanted to show the good side of my people. But that wasn’t always easy as I more often encountered men, women and youth who lived in a world that offered them very little hope. I realized that I had been taught to fear my own people – at least some of them. But in dealing with those who lived very different lives from my own, I began to understand that we basically wanted the same things – they just didn’t see a way, as I did, to make their heartfelt hopes become reality. Maybe, if we really want to reduce the tragic surge of Black-on-Black crime, we should consider finding ways to give our people hope – helping them to discover paths that lead them away from their mundane, limited worlds. Perhaps then they’ll even begin to risk dreaming again – dreaming because they believe that those dreams can actually come true. WI
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Priced Out, Sold Out: Gentrification Takes a Toll By Stacy M. Brown WI Senior Writer Legally, gentrification is accomplished through complex constructs that determine how land is developed and, typically, this comes in the form of municipal zoning ordinances which dictate, for example, how dense or sparse a population can be in a certain area. Gentrification often destroys the cultural fabric of communities that have endured racial, xenophobic, and economic oppression for decades, said Cameron Clark, a second-year law student at Harvard University who has written extensively on issues in sociology and the law. "This is particularly true for individuals in low-income communities, who might rely on friends, neighbors, family and local leaders for resources," Clark said. "Borrowing a cup of sugar might seem like a dated idea, but being able to leave a child with a local babysitter or contact a local handyman for repairs is important to the collective support of a community." Some argue that gentrification is the 21st century code word for urban renewal. Still, many others argue that urban renewal has been tantamount to the African-American removal and, for this reason, it's rare that gentrification benefits blacks. When Omekongo Dibinga completed school in 1999 at Georgetown, he moved away from Washington, D.C., to Boston. When he returned four years later, the southeast D.C. resident and professor of cross cultural communications at American University in Northwest
couldn't help but to notice a stark change. "Places like 14th Street were already in the process of turning into expensive condos and Southeast was slowly starting to change as well," Dibinga said. "A new stadium was built and lots of new construction, the promise of a Wal-Mart. ... In short, I am seeing the stories that I used to hear about Foggy Bottom and Georgetown that were majority black becoming true for areas like Southeast." Dibinga said he and his wife own three yoga studios in Northeast, Riverdale Park, Maryland, and Takoma Park. "In the areas where we own businesses, it's nearly impossible for the average Southeast resident to move to," he said. "The Northeast area now called Ivy City where we have one of our businesses has vacant lots that were over $500,000. The average resident is getting priced out of D.C. and it's sad to see. The demographics of the schools are also problematic." Certainly, gentrification paints a complex portrait. "Let's suppose that an African-American woman has inherited a home along the North Capitol Street corridor from her aunt who paid the mortgage in full," noted Christopher Alan Bracey, the vice provost for faculty affairs and a professor of law at George Washington University in Northwest. "Let's say the mortgage value at the time the aunt was paying around $150,000, which is not out of line with the market in the 1990s. When the aunt lived there, it was a predominantly black neighborhood. Now, it is a gentrifying neighborhood." The professor went on to explain
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5 Omekongo Dibinga, an American University professor and southeast D.C. resident, said it is nearly impossible for the average Southeast resident to relocate. / Courtesy photo in his example that a white developer then offers the African-American woman $1.5 million for her rowhouse today and plans to replace it and several rowhouses with high-end luxury condos. "She agrees to sell. Is this bad for the black community? Almost certainly," he said. "Is this bad for her black homeowning neighbors? Not entirely, as they now know the market price for their homes and may choose to sell. "Is it bad for our African-American homeowner? If she sells, she makes 10 times her value — which was a gift in the first place — and she can afford to repurchase someplace else at the same or higher value," he said. While this individual would be better off if she sold, if it happened on a mass scale we another black neighborhood would be lost, Bracey said. "This story has been played out in every major metropolitan city in America in recent decades," he said. "What is often good for individual African-Americans is not so good for African-Americans as a collective. And the failure to bond as a collec-
tive is the baseline problem that has plagued African-Americans for centuries." Still, gentrification entails both social and economic changes that play out differently in various neighborhoods and fall differently on various groups, said Jeffrey Henig, professor of political science and education at the Teachers College at Columbia University in New York. For renters with low or fixed incomes, the impacts are often negative, including higher housing costs, the loss of community services that are oriented toward their tastes and pocketbooks, and frequent displacement, Henig said. "For owners and those who have the means to stay, the changes can be favorable, including lower crime, improved city services due to greater neighborhood political clout, a wider array of commercial enterprises, and, for owners, the possibility of increased property wealth," he said. Change is inevitable in dynamic urban areas; neighborhoods cannot be frozen in time, Henig said. The worst effects of gentrification come because the herd mentality of
developers and real estate interests often combine to put intense focus on one or two neighborhoods at a time, making the effects sharper and speedier than if urban revitalization was evenly spread and paced, he said. "African-Americans who enjoy city life should not have to wish for a return to urban disinvestment, but they need supportive public policies from all levels of government if positive change for the cities is not to come at their expense," Henig said. Further, much culture and diversity is lost when people are forced out by gentrification, said Calvin Warren, an assistant professor of American studies at the Columbian College of Arts and Sciences at George Washington University in Northwest. "Black small-business owners might lose property or are forced to sell because of increased rents or competition from big chains moving into the area," Warren said. "This is also a loss of black wealth. If this process continues, I think it will be harmful to most African-Americans who are unable to buy property in these areas." WI
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"Many years from now, when the history of his presidency comes into better focus, our society will come to recognize the enormous impact Barack Obama had..." scale," said Stephen Walt, a professor of international affairs at Harvard University's John F. Kennedy School of Government. "He was a devoted and involved father, a loving husband, a man with acknowledged — albeit — vices, and someone who made it clear that he did not regard himself as omniscient. "As president, he showed that effective governing requires careful deliberation, discipline, and the willingness to make hard and imperfect decisions, and he let us all watch him do just that," Walt said. "Even when one disagreed with his choices, one knew that his acts were never impulsive or cavalier. Future historians will give him full marks for that." Daniel Rodgers, the Henry Charles Lea professor of history, emeritus and historian of American ideas and culture who taught at Princeton, wrote that what buoyed Obama's aspirations was not a program but a dream that in his person, the people might come together and shape politics to their will and common aspirations. "That was what the 'we' in the brilliant 'Yes We Can' slogan in the 2008 campaign was essentially about," Rodgers wrote. "He has not called the nation to new feats of courage — a la Kennedy — to make war on poverty — as Johnson did — even to dream more freely than ever before — as stated by Reagan. "What Obama's words have called for is for Americans to be the people they already are," he said. The single, biggest impact on Obama's presidency has been the shattering of psychological obstacles in the American psyche toward
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electing a nonwhite president, Almonte said. "When Hillary Clinton first ran for president, her gender was a major issue among voters," he said. The second time around, it was not. With this psychological barrier removed, in future elections, we will see candidates from all walks of life, genders, nationalities, and possibly even lifestyles pursue the presidency with greater ease than they could have before." Even as Donald Trump and other Republicans promise to do all they can to repeal the Affordable Care Act, historians wrote in New York Magazine that it has been the president's greatest accomplishment, noting that presidents from Harry Truman to Bill Clinton failed to accomplish a passable affordable health care law. "Obamacare is easily the signal accomplishment of this president, assuming current efforts to unravel it will be defeated," said Thomas Holt, the James Westfall Thomp-
son professor of American and African-American History at the University of Chicago. "It's an achievement that will put Obama in the ranks of FDR with social security and Lyndon B. Johnson with Medicare because of its enduring impact on the average American's well-being. He won't need bridges and airports named after him, since opponents already did him the favor of naming it Obamacare." The Affordable Care Act's progressivism stands out as the embodiment of Obama's best intentions, said Nell Painter, an American historian notable for her works on Southern history of the 19th century and a retired professor at Princeton University. "Some 3 million poor people have gained access to health care thanks to the extension of Medicaid," Painter said. "But those people will not be in deep-southern states where poor people are numerous but Republicans rule.
I see this convergence as a consequence of watermelon politics, as unsavory a legacy of Obama's time as Obamacare is fine." Finally, one historic trend-break that occurred during Obama's presidency that has major significance for the well-being of African-Americans has been the beginnings of a decline in the national prison population, after decades of expansion, said Gavin Wright, professor of American economic history at Stanford. "The Obama administration deserves a fair share of credit," Wright said. "In 2010, Obama signed the Fair Sentencing Act, reducing prison time for convictions involving crack cocaine. Under Attorney General Eric Holder, sentencing guidelines were made retroactive, leading to the release of thousands. To date, the reductions have been small compared to the total incarcerated population, but the reversal is historic, and its disproportionate significance for African-Americans is evident." WI
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PRINCE GEORGE'S COUNTY Anthony Brown Sworn-in as MD Congressman Must Work in Republican-Controlled House By William J. Ford WI Staff Writer @jabariwill When Democrat Anthony Brown lost in the Maryland gubernatorial race to Republican Larry Hogan in 2014, he had to figure out what would be next in his career. Brown, a 54-year-old Army veteran and lawyer, has said public service remained a part of his DNA. Three years later, he was sworn in Tuesday, Jan. 3 as a representative in the 115th Congress. "Things are unpredictable and you can't necessarily see today what is on the horizon for tomorrow," the former lieutenant governor said after a short ceremony inside the James Madison Memorial Build-
ing in Southeast attended by more than 100 supporters. "I've always dedicated myself to public service. I've always believed if you worked hard and did the best you can that opportunities open up. When this opportunity presented itself ‌ this is exciting." Brown, who resides in Mitchellville, also was sworn in earlier in the day with the Congressional Black Caucus's 48 other members, the largest iteration in the organization's history on Capitol Hill. Even with the major accomplishment, members will face a Republican-controlled Congress with a heavy conservative agenda that includes repealing much of the Affordable Care Act. Rep. Paul Ryan (R-Wisconsin) was re-elected as the
speaker of the House with 239 votes. Rep. Nancy Pelosi (D-California) received 190 votes, including Brown's. Brown said building a consensus remains key to working with Republicans. "Any initiative, action, or proposal that threatens our values...[such as] marriage equality, voting rights, investments in public education, we're going to resist and we're going to oppose," he said. "Where there's common ground, if there is perhaps in transportation and investments in infrastructure, then we will look for that common ground. [But] we are never going to be abandon our principles of equality, opportunity and justice." Brown will represent more than 700,000 residents of 4th Congressional District, which includes portions of Prince George's and Anne Arundel counties. He often stated during his campaign that one of his main focuses would be to place a moratorium on foreclosures. According to realtytrac. com, Maryland ranked fifth in the nation in November in foreclosure rates with one in every 976 units. The number of foreclosures actually decreased from the previous month of October from about 3,500 to more than 2,000. Prince George's County ranked third in the state behind Baltimore City and Charles County. "A big part of why we're seeing high foreclosure rates not just in Prince George's but around the country is that federal regulators who didn't have the tools to regulate and
5Former Maryland Lt. Gov. Anthony Brown speaks after being swornin as a congressman during a ceremonial reception at the James Madison Memorial Building in Southeast on Jan. 3. / Photo by William J. Ford oversee the financial institutions," he said, adding that "nothing is off the table" regarding measures to stem foreclosures. Brown beat back a field of contenders during the April Democratic primary including former Prince George's County State's Attorney Glenn Ivey, who raised the most money and had the support of the county's top lawmaker, Rushern L. Baker III. Ivey and Baker sat beside each other at a table Tuesday to support Brown. "For us in the county, he's knows our issues very well," said Baker, who mentioned the proposal to move the FBI headquarters from D.C. to the county and bringing federal dollars for transportation. "We know he's going to do a great job."
Maryland state Sen. Joanne Benson (D-District 24) of Landover, a loyal supporter of Brown since he first was elected in 1998 as a state delegate, said he will bring fresh leadership for the district. Benson also said Brown will choose "a competent staff," a slight shot at his predecessor Donna Edwards, who decided to run for Senate but lost in the Democratic primary to the eventual winner, former Rep. Chris Van Hollen. "He understands constitute services. He understands the importance of working with all of the leaders from the top down," said Benson, who also supported Van Hollen in the Senate rate. "[Brown] also knows how to work on both sides of the isle. He knows how to get things done." WI
Prince George's Young Democrats Host Reception, Donation Drive Prince George's County Young Democrats hosted a pre-New Year's celebration at the Doubletree by Hilton Hotel in Largo on Thursday, Dec. 29. The organization promised to continue to promote the values of the Democratic Party and focus on county-related issues. During the event, the 300-member group asked attendees to donate sanitary items such as soap, deodorant and baby wipes for Shepherd Cove, a shelter in Capitol Heights that serves up to 100 women and children. The goal of the event was to collect six months worth of supplies for those who seek emergency housing at the shelter. WI
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5The Prince George's County Young Democrats host a pre-New Year's Help for Hygiene donation drive in Largo, Maryland, on Thursday, Dec. 29, attended by (from left) state Del. Darryl Barnes (District 35), Stanford Fraser, Jerron Hawkins, Torrell Mills and U.S. Rep.-elect Anthony Brown (Md.-4th District). / Photo by Demetrious Kinney 3Young Democrats of Prince George's County host a Dec. 29 reception in Largo, Maryland, where they collected hygiene products for families at Shepard Cove Shelter in Capitol Heights. / Photo by Demetrious Kinney THE WASHINGTON INFORMER
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'MATHERPIECES'
Seat Pleasant Elementary School students recently had an opportunity to paint a winter scene with a Trevino Paint Instructor. Teachers guided students through a math, art, history and civics lesson while they created a geometrical "MATHerpieces." These paintings and other items will be auctioned on Jan. 10 to raise money for Prince George's County's Homeless House.
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Phyliss E. Williams Chess Club students Noah Millhouse, Cydnee Morgam and Alexah Mitchell earned second place this fall in their division at the Chess Wizards D.C. Chess Tournament. Noah also earned a fourth-place trophy in the overall competition, held at American University.
The upcoming tour will also engage participants in a group discussion regarding the ESSA State Plan. During tour sessions, participants chose specific topics to discuss in small groups. Within the groups, participants will be provided an overview of a selected ESSA topic and then engage in discussion questions surrounding the topic. Discussion topics will include accountability and support of educators, students and low-performing schools. To register, visit https://www. eventbrite.com/e/maryland-essa-listening-tours, or contact MSDE at 410-767-0473.
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Information regarding school closures due events such as holidays and inclement weather can be obtained via the following sources: PGCPS Web: Home page: http://www1.pgcps.org Parents and students can access the PGCPS website and find the information listed at the top of the homepage and each individual school page. Text and Email: PGCPS Alerts Text and Web: Twitter and Facebook
5Teachers guide students through a math, art, history and civics lesson to create the geometrical "MATHerpieces." / Courtesy of PGCPS
PGCPS' Twitter and Facebook accounts allow you to follow PGCPS text-message updates on your computer or on your cellphone or mobile device. Twitter and Facebook updates will include emergency message and other school system news TV: PGCPS TV96/38 Emergency announcements are posted on the following cable channels:
PGCPS TV 96 Comcast / 38 Verizon Tune into local television and radio stations for information. Telephone: PGCPS - Weather Line Call the PGCPS Weather Line at 301-952-6000; option 1.
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PGCPS is hosting PARCC Night at Oxon Hill and Laurel high schools where parents can learn more about the Partnership for Assessment of Readiness for College and Careers and Maryland College and Career Ready Standards. Light refreshments will be on sale at both events, which take place from 6 p.m.-9 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 17 Oxon Hill High School 6701 Leyte Drive Oxon Hill, MD 20745 Thursday, Jan. 26 Laurel High School 8000 Cherry Lane Laurel, MD 20707
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The "Every Student Succeeds Act Listening Tour," sponsored by the Maryland State Department of Education, comprises a series of meetings slated to be held across the state, providing an overview of information on ESSA.
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BUSINESS Shopping While Black: High-End Retailers Discriminate By Stacy M. Brown WI Senior Writer An African-American walks into a high-end store and … Although for many, it sounds like the beginning of an off-color joke. However, the punchline appears to remain the same: Blacks — regardless of social status or income — have continued to encounter racism at stores around the country. The latest instance: A Versace outlet in Pleasanton, California. Former employer Christopher Sampiro has filed a lawsuit against the designer for allegedly encouraging its employees to use a code word when African-American customers enter the store. In court papers, Sampiro alleged that during an employee training, a manager asked if he knew about the "D410 Code," which happens to be the same code used for black clothing. The manager alerted Sampiro to the practice that Versace uses a se-
cret code to alert employees when a black customer enters the store; telling him to say "D410" in a casual manner, the filing states. In court documents, Sampiro, who identifies as one-quarter African-American, said he told the manager, "You know that I'm African-American?" After that response, Sampiro claimed the store's management treated him differently and did not give him legitimate training. He was fired after working two weeks because he didn't "understand luxury" and didn't "know the luxury life," Sampiro claimed in the lawsuit which alleges he wasn't paid for time worked, did not receive rest periods and was wrongfully terminated. Versace has denied the allegations and company attorneys have vowed to fight the lawsuit. However, high-end retailers have allegedly practiced discrimination against African-Americans for some time. Even media mogul Oprah Win-
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5 Versace is the latest high-end shop to allegedly discriminate against African-Americans. / Courtesy photo
frey fell victim to the practice. During a 2013 trip to Switzerland where she was attending the wedding of music icon Tina Turner, the billionaire talk show queen said an employee refused to show her a $38,000 crocodile skin handbag made by Tom Ford. The employee told her, "it's too expensive. ... No, no no, you don't want to see that one, you want to see this one because that one will cost too much and you will not be able to afford that," Winfrey revealed. While Winfrey did not identify the shop, it was later revealed to be the high-end boutique, Trois Pomme, whose shop manager told CNN that the incident had nothing to do with racism but was just a misunderstanding. By midlife, many African-Americans have experienced enough day-to-day forms of mistreatment — being followed around stores or stopped without cause by police — to make them sick: clinically, chronically and even fatally, a Cornell University report said. The university's research team in December linked what psychology and sociology investigators call "everyday unfair treatment" with higher incidence of diabetes, cardiovascular disease, hypertension, obesity and other life-limiting conditions in African-Americans.
"Chronic experiences of discrimination and mistreatment can affect health in the most insidious of ways, both because such experiences can undercut rights and opportunities that may be of vital importance to stigmatized groups and because they have the potential to negate the significance of personal agency and identity in the lives of marginalized individuals," said Anthony D. Ong, associate professor of human development in Cornell's College of Human Ecology and lead author of the Cornell study. Also in December, it was revealed that Conrad Barton and Geneva Gordon went to the high-end store Barneys in the Chelsea neighborhood in New York City to return a scarf and an expensive pair of jeans. Barton purchased the jeans for $1,045 and $321 for the scarf in September, according to court filings quoted by the New York Daily News. While Barton was at Barneys, the clerk disappeared for 15 minutes and then brought back a manager who demanded Barton give his identification. He countered that he didn't need to give his ID since he had all the necessary documentation for the purchase, the lawsuit noted. It was then revealed that the "manager" was a loss-prevention
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officer who refused to give Barton's purchase and debit card back to him. Barton then went back to his car and told Gordon what happened. She went inside the store and argued with the officer before a store manager appeared and agreed to make the exchange. "You're being stereotyped when you are just following a regular store procedure," Barton told the Daily News. "It shouldn't have gone down that route. "I feel the whole situation was very disheartening and embarrassing and unnecessary," Gordon said. The two hired an attorney, who reached out to Barneys attorney Grace Fue. While the store attorney initially explained that they were looking into the incident, she ultimately stopped talking to the couple's attorney, prompting the two to file their suit. The incident wasn't first time Barneys has been accused of targeting African-Americans. In 2014, the store was forced to pay a $525,000 fine when the New York attorney general charged them with racial profiling. The fine came after a 2013 lawsuit from a 19-year-old black man, Trayon Christian, who was accused of credit card fraud while shopping at the store. That same year, 21-year-old Kayla Phillips filed a complaint after NYPD officers demanded she turn over her temporary card after she purchased a Céline handbag from Barneys. They also demanded to know where she got the money to purchase the bag as well as the Chanel handbag she was carrying. The company was required by the attorney general's office to hire an anti-profiling consultant to help them learn to not racially profile customers. WI
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by William Reed The current black unemployment rate of 9.2 percent is more than double the 4.4 percent white rate. Are you struggling to find a job? Have you been looking a while? Surely, looking for a job is a complicated process. Many factors need to be in place for the right candidate to find the right job. It takes a special breed to function and thrive in the "American mainstream." Take the case of Rep. Keith Ellison, for instance. The Minneapolis congressman is campaigning to be the chair of the Democratic National Committee (DNC), but his past ties to the Nation of Islam are putting him in a tenuous position. Congress's first elected Muslim has been represented Minnesota's 5th Congressional District, a geographically urban and suburban district that covers eastern Hennepin Country and city of Minneapolis since 2007. Keith Ellison was no Malcolm X. But now Congressman Ellison seeks to lead the DNC, the governing body for the Democratic Party. The DNC coordinates strategy to support party candidates for local, state, and national office throughout the country. The DNC organizes the Democratic National Convention held every four years to nominate and confirm a presidential candidate and formulate the party platform. The DNC chairperson is elected by the committee, composed of chairs and vice chairs of each state party committee and over 200 members elected by Democrats in all 50 states and the territories. The selection of the DNC chair warrants African-Americans watching. Who will sit at the helm of the Democratic Party? Will it be the grass-roots or the corporate donors? Many say Ellison is the choice if you want for grass-roots-oriented people to control the party. For the "politically correct," Ellison is the guy to get. But his current bid to move up the political hierarchy has been complicated by questions about his views on Louis Farrakhan, the politics of Israel and Black nationalism. For blacks and Ellison to function
Keith Ellison Finds Good Work Is Hard to Come By and thrive in America's "politically correct" mainstream, you must "go along to get along." In his quest for the DNC job, Ellison has been subjected to rehashing of articles he wrote in praise of Farrakhan while a grad student — 20 years ago. This has prompted prominent Jewish donors and media to call Ellison an "anti-Semite." A proud father of four, Keith was born and raised in Detroit, but has lived in Minnesota since earning his law degree from the University of Minnesota Law School in 1990. Before being elected to Congress, Ellison spent his time on the black side of Minneapolis as a community activist and civil rights, employment, and criminal defense lawyer. He was elected to serve two terms in the Minnesota State House. He says his Congressional priorities are building prosperity for working families, promoting peace and advancing civil and human rights. Ellison may be "hustling backwards." A wealth analysis ranked him 514th of the 538 members of Congress in terms of wealth. The report said his average net worth is -$21,497, yet he's indicated a willingness to give up his $174,000 congressional salary to take the DNC job. Ellison lost creditability among African-Americans when he renounced association with the Nation of Islam in 2006, even though his writings and public statements during the late 1980s and throughout the 1990s reveal a dialogic admiration for Malcolm X and the Honorable Louis Farrakhan. The candidate for DNC chief has had decades-long involvement in the NOI and numerous defenses of radical black leaders. In his letter renouncing the NOI, Ellison told Jewish groups he'd seen the NOI and the Million Man March as positive efforts to promote responsibility and economic development in the black community. But, chameleon-like, Ellison now says that his political beliefs moderated over time. Was it worth it? Only time will tell. WI
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Is Your Short-Term Rental Covered By Your Homeowners/Apartment Insurance? By Lucy Drafton-Lowery, Public Affairs Specialist, District of Columbia Department of Insurance, Securities and Banking Are you a District resident thinking of renting your home or apartment for a short period of time? Some residents rent their homes or apartments to vacationers and travelers for a short period of time to earn extra income. The District of Columbia typically sees an increase in demand for short-term rentals during big events such as Inauguration Day on Jan. 20, 2017. Before you consider being a landlord, and agree to let a paying guest stay on your property, you want to make sure that you are protected. Consult your insurance agent and inform them of your plans. Your agent may require you add a rider or endorsement to your homeowner’s policy, which will ensure that you have adequate liability and property insurance coverage to cover certain injuries or occurrences which may occur in your home. As a general rule, your unendorsed homeowner’s or renter’s policy(s) is not designed to cover accidents or damage to property arising from rental arrangements, and your insurance company may deny coverage for any resulting claim. To make sure you’re protected, read these tips:
ASSESS THE RISK
As a temporary landlord, your homeowners or renter's insurance policy is not designed to cover accidents or property damage arising from the rental of your property, and your insurance company may deny coverage for any resulting claims. So what happens if your tenants gets injured on your property? Or if your tenant vandalizes or damages your property, the hallway of your home or even your neighbor's property? Both you and your tenants could be responsible. Because these new rental operations take place on an online platform, these types of rentals may fall outside of local housing and zoning laws and regulations, which could result in violating local law or code. Even if you have not violated any law, you might have to hire legal counsel to protect and defend yourself.
PROTECT YOURSELF AS A LANDLORD
Even if you take precautionary steps, accidents can happen anywhere and anytime. Someone could fall down your steps, trip over a rug, or injure themselves on your property. Most homeowners’ policies provide coverage if a visitor to your home falls and is injured. However, that is probably not the case if a paying guest falls in your home, because your coverage is not intended for commercial use. And without liability insurance protection from an endorsement/rider or from the company facilitating the host agreement, your homeowner’s or renter's insurance policy might leave you without any coverage. Once you begin earning income from renting out your home or a room to different people at different times during the year, you probably will be considered to be running a home-based business. An insurer may claim you have established a bed and breakfast and deny coverage. If you wish to conduct an operation of this nature you probably will need to purchase “hotel” or “bed and breakfast” insurance coverage Homeowners’ policies vary, but usually exclude or provide very limited coverage for homeowners who are running a business in their home. However, if you seldom rent out your home, your insurer might provide coverage. Either way, it’s always best to contact your insurance company and find out what is covered under your policy and what isn’t. A renter's insurance policy is often subject to the same limitations as a homeowners’ insurance policy. If you only occasionally rent a room or your house, your current homeowner insurer might be willing to provide an endorsement to protect you. However, if you plan to rent your house for a long term or if you plan to frequently rent out a room or the whole house, then purchasing a landlord policy (also known as landlord property insurance or rental coverage for landlords) might be your best option. A landlord insurance policy will cover your home, structures on the property, property contents that you own (such as appliances and furniture), lost rental income due to building damage, legal fees and liability protection. To make sure you are protected, talk to your insurance agent about your situation and participation in this activity. Some experts recommend only renting to guests who have homeowners, renter's or personal liability insurance and are able to show proof they are insured. Then if your property is damaged, you could file a claim under your tenant’s policy.
PROTECT YOURSELF AS A TENANT
Your own homeowners, renter's or personal liability insurance policy will generally protect you even as a guest if you happen to cause damage to a host's property. Short-term rentals are a way to make extra money, but you need to be prepared before you enter into an agreement. Be sure to do your research and take steps to protect yourself against the unexpected. The District of Columbia’s Department of Insurance, Securities and Banking regulates the city’s financial-services businesses. It has two missions: to effectively and fairly regulate financial services to protect the people of the District; and to attract and retain financial-services businesses. For more information, visit disb.dc.gov. This information is courtesy of the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC).
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NATIONAL NAACP Youth to Host Rally, Ball for Trump's Inauguration Chance the Rapper Slated to Appear By Sarafina Wright WI Staff Writer The Youth & College division of the NAACP will host a gathering of youth activists including Chance the Rapper as a counter-demonstration to President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration. The "People's Inauguration" rally will be held Saturday, Jan. 21 at Howard University in Northwest to organize and plan a response to new civil rights threats expected under a new administration and Congress in 2017. "We are faced with a moral and ethical crisis during this crit-
ical time in our nation's history after the election of Donald J. Trump," said Stephen Green, director of the NAACP Youth & College Division. Green contends that the rally will reunite allies and partners who helped register thousands of new and young voters during the 2016 election. The goal remains to launch a new era of activism and protest against potential threats from the Trump presidency. Speakers expected to appear include CNN political commentator Symone Sanders, Tamika Mallory and Pastor Jamal H. Bryant. The new initiative, called
Feds Stop Alabama From Closing State' DMVs Blacks Unfairly Affected, Transportation Secretary Says By Sarafina Wright WI Staff Writer U.S. Transportation Secretary Anthony Foxx recently announced that the Department of Transportation has reached an agreement with Alabama officials to ensure motor vehicle services will be available to all state residents, regardless of race, color or national origin, in compliance with the 1964 Civil Rights Act. "The U.S. Department of Transportation took on this issue as part of our responsibility under Title VI to prevent discriminatory behavior, and I'm pleased to have reached this agreement with the state of Alabama," Foxx said last week. "DMVs play a critical role in the day-to-day functioning of the American people, including ensuring their ability
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to drive to work and other essential services and to get proper identification needed to vote or open a bank account." In late 2015, Alabama announced that it planned to close or reduce service at 31 driver license offices throughout the state. The preliminary analysis of the closures suggested that the service modifications would disproportionately affect African-American residents in the state's "Black Belt" region. The U.S. Department of Transportation opened an investigation into whether this action violated Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, which prohibits entities that receive federal funding from discriminating on the basis of race, color or national origin in their programs and activities. "No one should be prevented
5 Chance the Rapper, seen here at a voter registration rally in Chicago in November, is expected to appear at
NAACP's People's Inauguration rally on Jan. 21 at Howard University. / Courtesy of Billboard #StayWokeAndFight, will involve direct actions, protests and other activism to oppose threats to civil rights, education investment, criminal justice reform and other areas of concern posed by the incoming administration that takes office the day before the rally, the NAACP said in a
from accessing these services based on their race, color or national origin — Title VI is not optional," Foxx said. The state of Alabama, particularly the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA), receives federal assistance from the Department and therefore are subject to Title VI's nondiscrimination prohibition. According to the Transportation Department, the investigation revealed that African-Americans residing in the state's Black Belt region are disproportionately underserved by ALEA's driver license services, causing a disparate and adverse impact on the basis of race, in violation of Title VI. Alabama agreed to expand the hours of operation for district and field driver license offices throughout the Black Belt region and appoint a Title VI coordinator who will be responsible for the development and operation of ALEA's Title VI program, as well as for the provision of Title VI training to ALEA's staff. The state also agreed to prepare and submit a Community Participation Plan within 90 days to
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statement. During the meeting, attendees will begin collaborating to unite and construct a progressive policy agenda for the coming months and years. Organizers also will host a "People's Inaugural Ball" on Friday, Jan. 20 at an undetermined
location. Registration is available online for individuals and groups at www.staywokeandfight.com. "This moment calls for young leaders to gather together and develop a strategy to protect the human and civil rights of all Americans through nonviolent resistance," Green said. WI
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vices continue to comply with Title VI. "Today's agreement ‌ is intended to correct this violation by guaranteeing that driver licensing services will be available to all Alabama residents on an equitable basis without regard to race, color or national origin," said Yvette Rivera, associate director of the Transportation Department's Office of Civil Rights. WI
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CRIMINAL COURTS
A number of countries have notified the U.N. Secretary-General of their intention to withdraw from the International Criminal Court, with claims that the ICC unfairly targets African leaders in its application of international justice.
STATE OF EMERGENCY
Ethiopia's six-month state of emergency, implemented in October in the wake of violent protests and demonstrations, is still in effect. However, more than 9,000 detainees have been released, with government officials mulling an early end for the edict, which restricted, among other things, social media, protests and guns.
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H E A LT H Easing the Fear of Trump with a Haircut By Stacy M. Brown WI Senior Writer Kristian Henderson cut her hair, divorced her husband, quit her high-profile job and moved out of her expensive three-bedroom townhome into a one-bedroom apartment, and now she's on a mission that she says even a Donald Trump presidency cannot stop. The George Washington University teaching instructor who lives along the U Street Corridor said it's the kind of mission that shouldn't stop other young African-Americans either. She's ready for a new year and prepared to confront anything that results from being a black millennial in the District in 2017 and beyond. "I was recently on Fox News talking about my decision to cut my hair after the Donald Trump election," said Henderson, a self-described serial entrepreneur, lifestyle expert and health enthusiast who embodies the passion, fearlessness,
and uniqueness that fuels her generation. "On the show, I talked about fear and how fear was such a big driver in our election," said Henderson, who holds a bachelor's degree from Yale and a doctorate from the Johns Hopkins School of Public Health. "I am on a journey to freedom, which resulted in me ... leaving my three-bedroom townhome for a one-bedroom apartment and quitting my high-paying executive job to follow my dreams." Henderson was one of several District women recently profiled in New York Magazine following the election. Each expressed a measure of anger and disgust over the election results, but Henderson said she decided to make the kind of change many thought would occur only if Hillary Clinton would have broken that glass ceiling and became first woman to preside at Oval Office. However, the election did prove to be the catalyst for her to cut her hair, she said.
5 Kristian Henderson cut her hair after Donald Trump was elected president. / Courtesy photo
"The election results felt like an attack on minorities, women, and marginalized people in general," Henderson said. "Having long hair was my attempt to fit into society, so after the election, I felt a need to exert my uniqueness and not tie my femininity to the length of my hair." She joined others such as vegan chef Mya Zeronis, who said she's a "minority in almost every way possible — immigrant woman of color and LGBQT person." Zeronis clipped her brown hair to send a message to the Trump presidency. It also signaled the release of the fears many have expressed since Trump's victory in November. Regardless of ethnicity, religion or political leaning, everyone has
"And, I am still on my path to becoming more fearless. I am still working on not letting comments on my blogs send me into a whirlwind of self-doubt. But I don't let the fear that someone will disagree, criticize or judge me stop me from writing. Although fearful, I still write. I still talk. I still debate." KRISTIAN HENDERSON /
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fears, Henderson asserted. "These fears range from the fear of failure, to the fear of being able to feed your family, to the fear of being prosecuted because of the color of your skin or your religion," she said. "This election used a lot of rhetoric rooted in people's deepest fears. Many people voted out of this fear which resulted in our country being more divided that it ever has been before. "For me, cutting my hair was symbolism for me releasing fear," Henderson said. "My fear of not being perceived as professional or feminine enough. At some point, we will all have to cut our hair. And I do not mean literally cut our hair, but figuratively, we must cut away our fears if we want to heal our divided nation." Marion Jacobs, a former professor of psychology at UCLA and the author of "Take-Charge Living: How to Recast Your Role in Life ... One Scene at a Time," told New York Magazine that she believes the hair-cutting phenomenon is a way for women in D.C. to feel powerful in a moment where a stranger has seized the steering wheel. "When people experience a change that is so opposite from their value system, that's very unnerving," said Jacobs, who has a private practice in Laguna Beach, California. "People will use all kinds of coping mechanisms, and cutting their hair and changing their look is one way to show or feel that they are doing something over which they have control." What makes fear particularly dangerous is that it is driven by beliefs and not by fact, Henderson said. Beliefs are inherently biased, flawed, and situational and they are
shaped by an individual's experiences, culture and community, she said. "Even those we deem fearless experience fear," Henderson said. "The difference is that they don't let fear stop them from making bold decisions. I cut my hair, quit my job, divorced my husband, and admitted I was wrong more than once." "And, I am still on my path to becoming more fearless," she said. "I am still working on not letting comments on my blogs send me into a whirlwind of self-doubt. But I don't let the fear that someone will disagree, criticize or judge me stop me from writing. Although fearful, I still write. I still talk. I still debate. With every decision to face my fears, I am one step closer to being fearless. To being free." The most challenging times she's faced have resulted in some of her most profound personal growth, Henderson said, noting that tough times, failures, and mistakes have bred some of her greatest moments of success. Now, as she looks ahead even as Trump stands to be inaugurated on Jan. 20, Henderson prepares for a future that she's determined to not let be dictated by a president who has sent alarmingly troublesome signals to women and minorities ahead of his presidency. "It is a time for self-reflection, self-analysis, and self-growth," Henderson said. "It is a time to get really clear on who you are, what you want, and what makes you happy. Each of us needs to focus on being the best version of ourselves, living fearless, living authentically, and living in our truth." WI
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HIV Prevention Drug Targets Black Women By Stacy M. Brown WI Senior Writer African Americans have disproportionately been affected by HIV/AIDS since the epidemic’s beginning and that disparity has deepened over time, according to the Kaiser Family Foundation, a California-based nonprofit that focuses on national health issues and the role of the U.S. in global health policy. The epidemic has also had a major effect on Black women, who have the third highest rate of new HIV infections per 100,000 overall and the highest among women. One in every six newly-infected individuals in D.C. is a Black woman, according to the most recent statistics available from the Washington AIDS Partnership, a local nonprofit. Now, health experts say a daily pill reduces the risk of contracting HIV and it has changed how gay men talk about the virus, leading District officials to embark on the nation’s first campaign to enlighten Black women about the everyday use of a drug called pre-exposure prophylaxis – or PrEP. Reportedly, studies have revealed that the daily use of the drug by those who don’t have HIV reduces the risk of infection by over 90 percent. “The campaign itself is really about empowering women to take control of their sexuality, control their health and know this is an op-
tion for them,” LaQuandra Nesbitt, the District’s Health Department director, told reporters this week. PrEP has been available for nearly five years but unknown to women of color, officials said, noting that it’s led to an advertising campaign that can be seen on Metro buses with the tagline, “Dominate your sex life.” The campaign provides information about the PrEP pill. PrEP can be a valuable resource for women who can’t or don’t want to negotiate condom use with their male partners; it’s the only woman-controlled HIV-prevention method besides the female condom, reported Slate magazine. However, without the buy-in of health-care providers, some of whom still associate HIV primarily with gay men or who moralize against people who contract it, many communities of Black women won’t get access to the education and protection they need, the magazine said. “[Stigma] has undercut the value of every donor dollar that we’ve put out there,” said Nancy Mahon, the global executive director of MAC AIDS Fund. “The biomedical advances [in terms of PrEP] have moved much more quickly than our ability to address the underlying inequities. We don’t want to have the unavailability of PrEP perpetuate those inequities,” she said. In D.C., Black heterosexual
HIV-prevention methods with a severely underserved demographic, MAC AIDS Fund announced in 2016 a two-year, $1 million commitment to educate the District’s African-American women about PrEP and promote its use by getting more health-care providers, including public clinics, to prescribe it.
women represent the second-highest demographic of new HIV infections, after Black men who have sex with men. One in every five HIV diagnoses comes from a Black woman in D.C., a city that’s been battling the country’s highest HIV rate for many years. To help connect one of the best
The program is called, “PrEP for Her.” “I think very early on in the gay male community, PrEP was sensationalized as a party drug,” Mahon told Slate. “The reality is it’s a lifesaving drug. [But] it is generally inaccessible to folks who don’t have private doctors.” WI
KEEPING
New Year’s Resolutions We’re so passionate about being healthier on January 1st, but by April (or earlier!) we often find ourselves back to our old habits. Not this year! Follow these 8 quick tips to make your resolutions stick!
Be focused and start small.
One of the main reasons people lose motivation is that they take on too much too soon and get overwhelmed. Baby steps will lead you where you want to go. Be patient.
Focus on the positive.
Concentrate on new behaviors you can start, like eating breakfast, rather than ones you have to stop, like eating fewer sweets.
One thing at a time.
Don’t beat yourself up!
Minor missteps are normal and ok! Don’t give up just because you ate a brownie or skipped the gym because you were busy. Recover from your mistakes and get back on track.
Talk about it!
Having someone to share your struggles and successes with can make your journey to a healthier lifestyle easier.
Unhealthy behaviors develop over the course of time. So, replacing them with healthy ones will take time, too. Work toward changing one thing at a time.
Find a buddy.
Post it!
UMC offers many opportunities for help on your journey, including classes and programs that target the most common of New Year’s resolutions.
Tweet/Facebook/Instagram/Snapchat your goal so that you can feel accountable. Not on social media? Get a journal or notepad and write down your goals and progress.
You can motivate each other and hold each other accountable.
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A Healthy Start to the New Year Submitted by AmeriHealth Caritas District of Columbia At the beginning of each year, many people make New Year’s resolutions. Popular resolutions include losing weight, saving money, or quitting smoking. These are all things that can improve your life, but, unfortunately, most New Year’s resolutions are broken before the year ends. The important thing to do when making a resolution is to choose a reachable goal. For instance, don’t aim to lose a large amount of weight right away. Instead, make a resolution to exercise 30 minutes each day and start eating healthier. This will help you lose weight gradually. Start small and work your way up toward reaching your goals. This can help you to stay focused throughout the year. If you haven’t made a resolution yet, there is still time to set health goals for yourself. There is no better time than now. Use these tips to create health goals for you and your family.
EXERCISE EACH DAY
We live busy lives, but it is important to stay active and find time to exercise. A great way to stay motivated is by visiting the Member Wellness Center.
It’s located at 2027 Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20020. This fun and vibrant space was created for AmeriHealth Caritas District of Columbia (DC) members to get one-on-one support, enjoy wellness classes, and more. The Member Wellness Center is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. Visit www.amerihealthcaritasdc. com to find out all the fun activities taking place at the Member Wellness Center. Click “Members” at the top of the website, then “Member Wellness Center” on the left. Here, you can check out our Fitness and Wellness Calendar. Join us for yoga, Zumba®, or another fun session. We can help you get fit while having fun, too!
CHOOSE HEALTHY FOODS
You don’t have to make big changes to start eating healthier. Start by substituting your favorite soul foods with healthier, leaner options. For instance, try baking or broiling your foods instead of frying them. It’s also important to eat more whole-plant foods, like fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and legumes. Every few weeks, try a healthy option you haven’t had before. Dig into a juicy kiwi as a snack, or add steamed bok choy to a low-sodium soup. Eating healthy doesn’t have to be
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boring. There are countless options for healthy foods, no matter what your preference is. The AmeriHealth Caritas DC website even has a list of healthy recipes for you to try. Visit healthlibrary.amerihealthcaritasdc. com and click “Healthy Recipes” under “Nutrition & General Wellness.” You’ll find hundreds of delicious recipes for all types of diets and conditions. Try something new and enjoy.
LEARN MORE ABOUT YOUR HEALTH
In addition to featuring healthy recipes, the Health Library at healthlibrary.amerihealthcaritasdc.com is the perfect resource to learn more about your health and well-being. The Health Library is a convenient, one-stop location for all your health questions. This year, take the time to learn different ways you and your family can stay healthy and manage your conditions. The Health Library has health-focused articles, videos, podcasts, and more. Learn more about diabetes, asthma, and other conditions that affect you and your family. The more you know, the better you can manage your health.
KEEP ALL YOUR DOCTORS’ APPOINTMENTS
This year, make it a goal to complete your annual wellness exams. This includes:
• A physical with your primary care provider • A dilated eye exam with your eye doctor • A cleaning and checkup with your dentist These visits are important for everyone. Talk to your doctors about your conditions and the different ways you can meet your health goals. If you are an AmeriHealth Caritas DC member and need help making an appointment or finding a ride to the doctor, we can help. Just call Member Services at 1-866-842-2810.
Inspire others to get healthy, too With a new year comes the chance for a healthier you. Inspire your friends and family to get healthy, too. Take walks together. Cook healthy meals as a family. Take an outing to the Member Wellness Center. Enjoy dancing or working out as a group. Most importantly, have fun doing things that are good for you. From all of us at AmeriHealth Caritas DC, we wish you a happy and healthy new year. Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention All images are used under license for illustrative purposes only. Any individual depicted is a model.
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By D. Kevin McNeir WI Editor In this age of Obamacare and amidst numerous attempts to dismantle the president’s signature legislation that has provided millions of Americans with sorely-needed health care, there’s a “new kid on the block” whose focus and mission are simple: helping residents of the District live healthier lives. The Washington Informer sat down with Karen Dale, market president/CEO for AmeriHealth Caritas District of Columbia, who offered a real in-depth look at this health care provider who, in concert with a growing list of community partners, continues to develop groundbreaking approaches and paths to wellness. “We serve about 100,000 people in D.C. and we’ve been here since May 2013 focusing on care management and providing health coaches for our members,” said Dale, a native of Jamaica who spent her formative years in the Greater Washington Area. “We realize that while everyone wants to live a healthy life, the journey can be difficult,” she said. “We try to make that journey easier – doing things like sending reminders about doctor’s ap-
pointments, connecting one of our representatives with patients who may be anxious about visiting a physician for the first time, even helping members get their prescriptions or connecting them with classes held at our Member Wellness Center.” “Living a healthier life style often requires a change in behavior,” she added. “And change isn’t easy. So our programs are developed in order to address the mind and body piece that tends to consume our time so that our members have more energy available for other equally important parts of their daily lives.” Dale emphasizes the importance of modeling behavior that facilitates a healthier way of living. “Social science experts point to a phenomenon known as ‘tunneling’ and it’s something that can really impact our lives in a negative way,” she noted. “One way to understand it is we have a limited amount of time to focus on essentials and while we may be listening to our doctor’s suggestions to change our diet, or to exercise more because we are borderline diabetic, more immediate needs often grab our attention.” “People have so many daily challenges that they ignore their own health needs – sometimes ignoring them until it’s too late,” Dale said. Dale says that at AmeriHealth Caritas DC, they’re committed to
providing members with access to quality health care and outstanding member services – serving thousands of people a year one person at a time. Still, she acknowledges that factors beyond one’s control can effect one’s health. “It’s hard to lose weight if you live in an area that only has fast food restaurants instead of stores with fresh, nutritious fruits and vegetables,” she said. “How can you go for daily walks if your neighborhood lacks adequate sidewalks? That’s why we’ve employed a nutrition strategy as part of our services over the past several years, partnering with District nonprofits like Mom’s Meals. That way we’re able to deliver meals to our members.” Dale also notes that healthy living can often be influenced by culture and our peers. “It helps when others around you are committed to changing habits so that they adopt a healthier way of
life,” she said. “But having culturally appropriate medical plans and giving our members guidance as needed are also important. In other words, our goal is to give people the tools they need to get started.” “It makes a difference when our members are having yearly checkups with their physician and when they are aware of the importance of proper nutrition. For far too long, many people have only sought medical attention when they’re ill – even using emergency rooms as their doctor. That’s not the way to live a quality life.” “The importance of preventive care serves as the foundation of President Obama’s Affordable Care Act. And while it isn’t easy to stop smoking or to lose weight, they’re not impossible to achieve. It’s all about changing the thought process, altering behavior and having support systems along the way. One of the first steps is secur-
ing a primary care provider. We want to be that provider.” “The District isn’t just where we work – it’s where we live and carry out our mission. More than anything else, AmeriHealth Caritas DC has continued to find ways to improve health outcomes and to shape the approach to access to and delivery of health care services.” “In the final analysis, it’s all about striving for health equity and a more health-conscious D.C.,” Dale said. AmeriHealth Caritas DC has a 30-year history of serving Medicaid communities and is the largest Medicaid managed care organization in the District. They’re part of the AmeriHealth Caritas Family of Companies, a national leader in providing health care solutions in managed care.
“We serve about 100,000 people in D.C. and we’ve been here since May 2013 focusing on care management and providing health coaches for our members.” Karen Dale / Photo by Travis Riddick
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EDUCATION DCPS
BRIEFS Compiled by Dorothy Rowley WI Staff Writer
CHANCELLOR CONFIRMED
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser's choice for schools chief has been confirmed by the D.C. Council. Antwan Wilson, who formerly led the public school system in Oakland, California, was selected in November for his new post as chancellor of D.C. Public Schools. After being unanimously confirmed Dec. 20, Wilson will take the reins Feb. 1. "Wilson is a lifelong educator, and I am confident that he has the experience, expertise and character to lead our schools," Bowser said in a November statement announcing the nomination. "Our school communities are stronger than they have ever been, and I know that together we will be able to work with Wilson to make progress in closing the District's opportunity gap,
while continuing to expand opportunities and provide a worldclass education to students from every background and circumstance."
EARNING FAMILIES' TRUST
Early-childhood teacher Aneesah Saleem said she is honored by the trust families at Hendley Elementary School in Southeast have placed in her over the past seven years. "Our families want their children to learn and be in an environment that's warm, that's loving that they can trust where they're sending their kids every day," Saleem said.
LESSONS IN INCLUSION Students at Walls at Francis Stevens School in Northwest have shown how #DCPS rocks inclusion while sharing what inclusion means to them.
IMMIGRANT STUDENT POLICIES
DCPS has recently received several questions about what impact the presidential election might have on its immigrant families. To support the school system's shared vision for inclusive school environments, a few questions are being answered here regarding immigrant students and families:
5 DCPS says it has an obligation to enroll students regardless of their immigration status. / Courtesy of Powell Elementary School 4 Aneesah Saleem teaches pre-kindergarten students at Hendley Elementary School in Southeast. / Courtesy of DCPS
- Can undocumented students enroll at a D.C. Public School school? Yes. Children have a constitutionally protected right to equal access to education, regardless of their parents' immigration status or their own. - Will DCPS ask my student about his or her immigration status in the enrollment process? No. DCPS does not inquire about any child's immigration status. Public school districts like DCPS have an obligation to enroll students regardless of their immigration status and without
5 Students at Walls at Francis Stevens School have been learning about inclusion.. / Courtesy of Powell Elementary School
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discrimination on the basis of race, color, or national origin. - Will DCPS share my immigration status with anyone? No. As mentioned above, DCPS does not ask for information regarding any immigration status. If DCPS becomes aware that a child lacks immigration status, DCPS does not share that information. - Will my student be able to enroll at a DCPS school if he or she does not have proof of where he or she lives? To be enrolled in DCPS, the parent or guardian must show certain original documents as proof of DC residency. However, please keep in mind that "residency" for this purpose only refers to where the student lives, not their immigration status in the United States. If no documents are available to verify that the student lives in DC, DCPS
has alternative documentation procedures to verify residency. For more information about DCPS enrollment policies, contact the DCPS Student Placement Office at (202) 939-2004. - Will this election affect how the District of Columbia treats immigration laws? It's important to remember that the transition to the new administration will not take place until Jan. 20, 2017, and even then, any new immigration laws would have to be passed by Congress. And, as Mayor Muriel Bowser reaffirmed on Nov. 17, Washington, D.C., is a sanctuary city, meaning that all of its public school students have a right to free public education, regardless of their race, ethnic background, religion, sex, language, family's income level, or immigration status. WI
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Black Liberals Entangled in Pan-African Controversy By Sam P.K. Collins WI Contributing Writer Earlier this week, the third day of Kwanzaa, named for the principle of Ujima, a Kiswahili word meaning collective work and responsibility in the African community, turned into somewhat of a nightmare – and ultimately a re-awakening for this author – when Dr. Umar Johnson, an electrifying but polarizing figure in the Pan-African community, released a 45-minute video diatribe aimed at his rival General Sera Suten Seti, a Detroit-based speaker with whom he has long had problems. Johnson’s curse word-laden tirade, filmed in a Florida hotel room, caused a stir on social media throughout especially among Black liberal academics and social commentators who spoke of a “Hotep Civil War.” While most in the “conscious community” chose not to give the squabble much credence, several self-proclaimed Pan-Africanists and leftist Blacks quickly condemned the actions of the self-proclaimed “Prince of Pan-Africanism,” saying he made a fool of himself. It appeared that the ilk of Black people in whom the good doctor had found fans and liberal Blacks, many of whom have used “Hotep” and more recently “ankh-right” in their descriptions of folks with Pan-African leanings, could agree on at least one thing — the cult of leadership that inflated Dr. Umar Johnson and General Seti’s egos and which has often led to the impotency of several local and national Black movements in recent decades – impedes our fight for liberation. Unfortunately, this is the furthest the relationship between those with Pan-African leanings and liberal Blacks will ever go if the latter continues to tarnish “Hotep,” the Kemetic greeting for peace, and the ankh, the Kemetic hieroglyphic that signifies eternal life, in their dismissive statements about Blacks yearning to get in touch with their African roots. Such a choice of words shows a disregard for an ancient history taken away from African people. Even continental Africans lost modern-day Egypt when the U.S. Adm. Alfred Thayer Mahan and other Western leaders created the “Middle East” in the
early 20th century. Thousands of years earlier, the Romans and Greeks ransacked Kemet and took many of her possessions. Today, Hollywood warps history, whitening the ancient Black people responsible for mathematics, science and medicine. Of course, those of claim to be conscious know we don’t have a direct lineage to Egypt. Moreover, they also understand that American slavery is not non-melanated people’s first time murdering and stealing from melanated people. Linking the institution of slavery to colonialism on the African continent and Kemet’s fall, helps us find a common oppressor while aiding in the spiritual journey that’s Knowledge of Self. Knowledge of Self is a personal process that opens the door to more spiritually fulfilling professional opportunities and connectivity to African people that every Black person should have, even if they don’t feel like attending every study or healing circle in the world. In many cases, it also makes one more independently minded. To the credit of those who critique Pan-Africanism, globalization doesn’t quite afford Black people the privilege of separating from the rest of the world, especially because we don’t control any major resources. In the U.S., the racial and ethnic make-up of residents, particularly those of African descent, have drastically changed since the wave of African independence in the 1950s and 60s. Today, African and Caribbean immigrants and their children count among a significant segment of the Black population in the U.S. Their ties to their home nation and its distinctive culture might not make Pan-Africanism, a call for the collective to unite under one banner, alluring. For the so-called African American, the U.S. has somewhat of a misleading position as a stable and developed country. Albeit signs suggesting that all that might be coming to an end within a generation, many descendants of the enslaved Africans who toiled this land feel like they’ve earned a place here. While somewhat noble, this mindset has in part conflicted with the gains that African-centered institutions made in the
5A necklace of the ankh, a Kemetic hieroglyph meaning eternal life. The word ankh has recently become a new tool in insults levied against Blacks seeking African consciousness. / Courtesy photo
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EDUCATION BLACK LIBERALS from Page 23 post-Civil Rights era to create an African identity in the U.S. that combats the poisonous caricature of Black man and womanhood inflicted on our children. Our reverence for our ancestors’ sacrifices on American soil shouldn’t negate our need to connect and organize with our brothers and sisters across the globe. Just as young people are fighting police forces in the U.S., young men and women across the Diaspora are going toe to toe with their elected officials, some of whom have U.S. backing. In the interest of preventing the cult of leadership mentioned earlier, people who consider themselves conscious must hold the usual suspects – misogynists, the historically inaccurate, and the often hypocritical – responsible for their actions. As far as African-centered organizing and nation building in the 21st century is concerned, it’s important to remain open-minded to what the present day offers. Further, nuances
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It’s time to move beyond the smoke and mirror of social media conscious stardom. Doing so requires using the confidence that comes with that knowledge to launch long-term projects that move us closer to self-determination. in scholarship should not lead to a narrow-minded definition of a truly African-centered lifestyle. Many organizations have crumbled by turning off well-meaning Blacks trying to find themselves in this twisted society. This author posits that the dearth of intellectual gymnastics among members of the YouTube generation and the disregard for fresh discussions about various aspects of this liberation movement hinder our growth. If we’re to ever realize Nguzo Saba and become a global African nation,
organization must be scientific and inclusive of all aspects: financial, agricultural, health and education. It’s time to move beyond the smoke and mirror of social media conscious stardom. Doing so requires using the confidence that comes with that knowledge to launch long-term projects that move us closer to self-determination. It also requires us to be good representatives of the socalled conscious community in the way we spread our message. The stakes are higher for Afri-
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can people in the U.S., especially now that even some Blacks with Pan-African leanings have, jokingly, used “hotep” and “ankh right” to deride Johnson and others. This proves dangerous at a time when Pan-Africanism is under attack, not only from outside forces but from those who consider themselves Black. Shortly after Donald J. Trump’s ascent to the White House, several Black thought leaders spouted messages with xenophobic undertones like that in the president-elect’s campaign speeches. For example, Yvette Carnell of Breaking Brown remixed a conservative talking point about immigrants taking low-paying jobs, telling African Americans that to succeed as a group, they need to ignore a bloc that includes continental Africans, Caribbean people, Afro-Latinos and other Black immigrants. In a later Facebook post, she mocked Pan-Africanism as a relic of the past that has no significance today. But how can that be when Africans across the globe suffer just as badly, if not worse in some
cases, as our ancestors have in interactions with the oppressor? We share both a common lineage and a common enemy in racism, capitalism, neocolonialism, war and any other tool used to keep our people under siege globally. Kujichagulia, the Kiswahili word for self-determination and second principle of Kwanzaa, speaks to African people breaking free of those chains and controlling their own economies, governments and schools without any exploitative influence from outside actors. As for brothers and sisters who continue to use “hotep” and “ankh-right” in their talks about African-centered Black people, understand that you’re still losing out on an opportunity to deepen your community work and advocacy on behalf of Blacks. Consider those men you call “hotep” as simply flawed people, not representatives of an entire movement. Gain an international context for what’s going on in the U.S. and perhaps and hopefully you’ll see Knowledge of Self much differently. wi
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Have we in the Nation’s Capital Forgotten the Homeless? As the District prepares for the inauguration of America’s next president, restaurants are ordering extra food and bars are packing away an overflow of spirits while hotels are seeing their rooms quickly fill up for those who plan to attend the swearing-in and a host of related parties. But for some D.C. residents, the days leading up to the change in power in the White House will be relatively unchanged. For those who are poor, unemployed and homeless, the only thing that will matter will be staying warm and alive. Even as the District and nearby suburbs continue to accumulate more and more wealth, our poorest residents grow poorer. Just last month, a survey of 32 large cities prepared by the United States Conference of Mayors showed that D.C. has the highest rate of homelessness. That’s right, in the District there are 124 homeless people for every 10,000 residents – more than twice the national average. As for those who are not homeless, poverty remains a constant threat to their existence with 17.3 percent of District residents living in poverty, based on recent census data. Experts who research and confront the homeless crisis all agree that the surging cost of urban living and the lack of affordable housing are the primary reasons why the number of homeless men, women, teens and families continue to rise. The mayor and City Council have indicated that they want to close the city’s largest homeless facility, the D.C. General Family Shelter, which currently houses hundreds of families, hoping to replace it with more intimate shelters spread across the District. Meanwhile it seems those who are most vulnerable have been told that they must wait while we put in new bike lanes, increase the amount of green spaces, improve roads and build better schools. Then, we seem to be saying, we’ll focus on their dilemma. Each day these families face violent encounters, ugly custody battles, days without nutritious meals and nights huddled in fast food restaurants, laundromats or abandoned cars. And we say to them, “be patient.” What ever happened to our concern for the least of these? When will we get serious about helping those who care nothing about embarking on the road to the middle class but who simply want a warm place to call their own and the assurance of eating every day? Surely we can do better. We must do better – now. WI
Keeping those New Year’s Resolutions Every January 1st, millions of Americans put together a list of things that they want to do – or not do – in the New Year. And while the lists are admirable and despite our most sincere intentions, the majority of people fail before the month of February has begun. But if you’re really serious about putting an end to smoking, saving more money, completing those home improvements or finishing that book you started five years ago, there are a few things you can do to achieve success. Specify your goals and then measure how you’re doing regularly. Make sure your goals are attainable – make sure they’re things that can actually be done. Also, realize that change doesn’t occur overnight. Rather, it happens in a timely, orderly fashion. And if you’re serious about keeping those resolutions, you have to be willing to discipline yourself. That means saying either yes or no depending on your goals. It also helps to include some kind of affirmation or words of positive thinking each day – from reading the Daily Word or the Bible to motivational messages penned by others. Last, but certainly not least, it’s important to stay focused on your strengths, your proven skills and abilities. In today’s vernacular we often say one should “stay in their lane.” These are words of advice from life coaches like the District’s own Bershan Shaw who survived breast cancer and turned her challenges into simple strategies for survival. You can do it. Just keep the faith. WI WWW.WASHINGTONINFORMER.COM
TO THE EDITOR Thanks for Keeping our Family Informed
Informer Remains One of the District’s Best
I want to thank the Washington Informer for keeping my family engaged with Washington, D.C.’s news. Each week I can count on receiving the Informer in our mailbox in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. My husband and I both enjoy staying up-to-date with news that features stories of community action, uplift and progress. Happy New Year to the entire staff at the Washington Informer!
I would just like to wish everyone on staff at The Washington Informer a very Happy New Year! Please keep publishing all of your very informative and helpful articles and organizing the events that benefit the entire city in 2017 and beyond! There are very few things that seem to be true D.C. “establishments” anymore but The Washington Informer is one of them. Peace, love and happiness to you all and keep up the good work!
Marcus and Loren Coleman Hattiesburg, MS
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OPINIONS/EDITORIALS Guest Columnist
By Julianne Malveaux
What We Can Learn from the Black Panther Party Today
Matthew "Peanut" Johnson was 16 years old when San Francisco police Officer Alvin Johnson killed him. The unarmed teen was said to have been fleeing a stolen car, and Officer Johnson claimed that he feared for his life, so he shot. The Sept. 27, 1966, slaying was too much for African-Americans in the Bayview Hunters Point neighborhood of San Francisco, and folks took to the streets in protest. Through the lens of "law and order," the uprising
was so out of control that Gov. "Pat" Edmund Brown called in the National Guard. Some thought that calling the National Guard was an inflammatory overreaction. As the history website FoundSF writes of the scene: "Perhaps the best indication of both the essentially passive character of the response of black males in Hunters Point and the unreasonable magnitude of White fears is the fact that, aside from long-range brick throwing, less than a half dozen assaults by blacks against Whites were recorded in the course of five days of rioting."
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According to some reporters, the police were overaggressive. In one case, police officers opened fire on a community center full of children because they thought the children were armed. But when the children escaped, police reportedly entered the building looking for weapons, finding none. The San Francisco Sun Reporter, the premier African-American newspaper in the Bay Area (full disclosure, I got my start as a column writer for them in 1980), reported on Peanut Johnson's death with a front page headline, "Cop Kills Negro Youth;
Blood Flows in SF Streets." I had an opportunity to see a copy of the paper when I toured the Oakland Museum of California and spent a couple of hours inhaling the exhibit, named "All Power to the People: Black Panthers at 50." In walking through the exhibit, one is struck with a sense of both progress and regress, a horrible sense of déjà vu, an ugly reminder that for all the change we have experienced, there is a rigid racism that determines the way some people treat black people. And our community seems to be somewhat unimaginative in managing solutions.
The young man who was killed in 1966 was named Matthew Johnson, but he could have been named Philando Castile, Tamir Rice, Michael Brown, Eric Garner, or let's just call the roll. The officer who shot him was, of course, acquitted. The killing and the acquittal both galvanized people around the Black Panther Party 50 years ago, just as the killing of Michael Brown galvanized the Black Lives Matter movement a couple of years ago. A review of the Black Panther Party
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By James Clingman
Black-Owned ComproTax Is One of the Best in the Business
Having written many articles on what takes place from January through April each year, relative to our tax payments and refunds, I understand that we need reinforcement and repetition on certain issues. Just as advertisers and marketers understand the power of continuous exposure to their messages, black folks need the same thing, especially when it comes to getting us to act on basic, sound, practical and collective economic and business principles.
So please take a little time to read my latest repetitive missive on one of this nation's finest black-owned businesses: ComproTax. The tax preparation industry generates between $6 billion and $9 billion annually, which indicates that there are plenty of tax returns to go around — the IRS estimates that there will be over 250 million filed by 2018 with revenues of $11 billion! Compared to our percentage of population (13 percent), black-owned tax preparation businesses should have revenues of at least $1 billion. As far as I am concerned, ComproTax alone should be
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a billion-dollar business, considering it has some 220 affiliates throughout the nation. One advantage that ComproTax brings to its customers is year-round services. That's because ComproTax is more than a tax preparation service. Most of the large chains only come into our neighborhoods for four months or so, until around April 15. ComproTax is always there, providing Tax Preparation Training, Insurance Products, Bookkeeping Services, Payroll Services, Business Mentoring and Small Business Consulting. Additionally, ComproTax founder
Jackie Mayfield and his two co-founders, Yusuf Muhammad and Craig Johnson, believe in something many black businesses only talk about: Giving back. They return some of their profits to community activities and charitable causes, and they provide sponsorships for many black events across the country. In other words, they are "conscientiously conscious" business owners. "When it comes to tax preparation, you have a lot of choices," Mayfield said. "So, why choose ComproTax? ComproTax provides complete and professional tax preparation and
bookkeeping services with the personal attention that you deserve. We have over 220 offices nationwide and we are steadily growing. In addition to our convenient office locations, we have hundreds of mobile affiliates that will come directly to you. Our tax preparers are committed to ongoing training to ensure that you get the best service and the best tax refund available. In short, we offer a vast network of trained professionals that are ready to serve you in tax season and out of season. "At ComproTax, we are about re-
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By Rev. Dr. William J. Barber II
Enough Is Enough: Time to Boycott North Carolina
In recent years, since extremists took over the GOP in North Carolina, my home state has gained a worldwide reputation for intolerance and bigoted narrow-mindedness. Controlling all three branches of state government since 2012, they have remade the Old North State in an image that would be unrecognizable to Abraham Lincoln or to the Republicans and Democrats who stood together in America to resist the Dixiecrats and pass the Civil Rights Act
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and the Voting Rights Act. A broad moral coalition of North Carolinians representing many colors, creeds and political affiliations have fought back hard against this extremism, and we have won — both in federal court and in the most recent election, when extremists lost control of the executive and judicial branches. But the extremist leadership in the General Assembly, who face a special court ordered election next year, have upended the democratic process and engaged in nothing short of a modern-day political and policy coup d'état.
GOP legislators have not only conspired to suppress the will of the voters, but also to seize power from a newly-elected Democratic governor in a special Christmas session. They have stripped power from the state Supreme Court, to which a second African-American was just elected. They have consistently passed laws that harm the poor and working people of the state. And they have done all of this despite the federal and state courts ruling their actions unconstitutional on 13 separate occasions. This unprecedented scheme to enact major changes in the structure and func-
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tioning of government without the consent of the people or the authority of the Constitution should alarm the entire nation. If such a blatant abuse of power goes unchallenged by people of good will, these legislators will do more than wipe away the rights of millions of North Carolinians; they will spread the virus of injustice throughout the body politic of the entire nation. Their actions will signal to other would-be tyrants that they can get away with non-democratic power grabs with impunity. The results could set civil, social, and economic rights back more
than 50 years. In light of all the wrongs perpetrated by a radically regressive legislature that violate our Constitution, our civil rights commitments and our moral values, we as the North Carolina chapter of the NAACP will meet and complete a formal proposal endorsed by the state executive committee to put before the national board that asks approval of and calls for an economic boycott of the state. We observe that such entities as the NBA, the NCAA and the Atlantic
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By Dorothy Rowley
Boys Raised to Act Like Their Mothers While surfing for something the other day on the internet, I haphazardly came across an episode of the TV show "Judge Joe Brown." What spawned my interest to watch the video that I quickly allowed to engulf my whole computer screen was a young black man (the defendant) with all this attitude, nonchalantly shouting at the judge. I couldn't believe it! So I continued to watch the immature behavior of the unmar-
ried 20-something baby daddy, as he repeatedly and disrespectfully back-talked the judge. All the while, he incessantly shifted his weight from one foot to the other, and intermittently took his hands from his pockets and placed them his hips. At times, as the judge attempted to remain civil with him, the defendant expressed blatant disregard, rolling his neck or tilting his head back, looking at the ceiling while rolling his eyes. If this egotistical manchild wasn't drooping his shoulders while coun-
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tering the judge with some silly verbal comeback or smirk, he was folding his arms across his chest as if he was done listening. At those times, he made a hissing sound from the side of his mouth, as if to say, "Child, please" or "Bye, Felecia!" Finally, Judge Brown had had enough of the foolery, and took to chastising what otherwise would have been an imposing 6-foot figure. But by now, as the mouthy defendant leaned defeatedly on one elbow over the podium in front of him, he was staring blankly at the
judge, reduced to nothing more than a boisterous chump. "Look at you. Stand up like a man and stop leaning like that," Brown snapped. "Standing there acting like your mama!" Brown exclaimed as he began to mimic some of the shocked defendant's behavior. "I see this all the time," he said of the so-called young men. "Coming into my courtroom with their hands on their hips, rolling their necks and eyes. Stop acting like your mama and start acting like a man!"
"Wow!" I thought. "Did Judge Joe Brown just read this kid or not?!" And that's what led to this column: Boys being raised to act like their mamas. While we understand that little rivals the connection a son has with his mother, a dead giveaway that no father image exists within a household is when boys sometimes, particularly in public arenas, tend to exemplify the passive and feminine
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By Richard B. Muhammad, The Final Call
Rep. Keith Ellison Throws Farrakhan Under the Bus for DNC
Minnesota Rep. Keith Ellison is seeking to lead the Democratic National Committee (DNC) as the party seeks someone to bring Democrats into the political Promised Land. There is nothing wrong with Rep. Ellison's desire to move his party forward or his desire to help make America progress. But he must be condemned and lambasted for trying to make his political bones by smearing the Honorable Minister Louis Farrakhan. The
Minnesota congressman has been attacked for a connection with the Nation of Islam years ago, while in college and for support of the Million Man March. The Anti-Defamation League and others have branded Rep. Ellison as unfit for office; they said he is tainted by the anti-Semitism of Farrakhan and the Nation of Islam. Given that neither the Minister nor the Nation are anti-Semitic, a man with principles and courage would have stood up on the truth, the track record and the history of the Minister and his followers. Over the past 40 years, the Nation and the Minister have not
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harmed nor prohibited any Jewish person from exercising their rights to life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. It was not Muslims who chanted in the 1980s, "Who do you want? Farrakhan! How do you want him? Dead!" as the Jewish Defense Organization did. It was not the Nation of Islam nor the Minister who were involved in a 1990s alleged death plot featuring Jewish federal stooge Michael Fitzpatrick. Mr. Fitzpatrick seized on the pain and vulnerability of Quibilah Shabazz, a daughter of Malcolm X, and federal authorities charged her with planning the murder of the Minister. It was the Minis-
ter whose blast of truth shook the feds as he declared the FBI has never been his friend. The Minister declared he wanted nothing to happen to Malcolm X widow Dr. Betty Shabazz, or her daughters and pulled the covers off of an old enemy, while seeking reconciliation. His stand was so incredible the feds essentially dropped the charges against Qubilah Shabazz and a rapprochement between the Nation and Dr. Shabazz started. She was featured as one of the speakers of the 1995 Million Man March. The prosecutors in this fiasco, by the way, were located in Rep. Ellison's home state of Minnesota.
Mr. Ellison, who was captured in at least one photo distributing The Final Call while in college, condemned the Minister as he sought his new place. But his cowardly and baseless repudiation is nothing new. While running for Congress a decade ago, his "I'm not with Farrakhan and he's a hater" narrative started. But let's go back and examine words published in the Nov. 6, 1995 edition of Insight News, a black weekly in Minneapolis: "Third, Minister Farrakhan is a role model for black youth; however he is not
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By Askia Muhammad
Trumpism and White Tribalism Cannot Prevail On the eve of the new Trump era of leadership, danger lurks. Emboldened by Trump's win and a series of stunning other victories in recent elections by the "altright," tea party, conservative and ultra-conservative movements, in this country and in Europe, white tribalists are openly advocating the most dangerous ideas since the days of Wisconsin Sen. Joe McCarthy in the 1950s. Trump and some of his inner circle of advisers speak in the most coarse and insensitive language, to
put it mildly. Carl Paladino, an adviser to the president-elect, is typical. When asked what he would like to happen in 2017 he said he hopes President Barack Obama "catches mad cow disease" and dies after having sexual relations with a Hereford cow. What?! When asked what he would like to see go away, Paladino, a former Republican New York gubernatorial candidate, said he wanted first lady Michelle Obama to "return to being a male and [be]let loose in the outback of Zimbabwe where she lives comfortably in a cave with Maxie the gorilla."
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Really! Really. That is reprehensible. Paladino's comments were in response to a survey by weekly magazine Artvoice, according The Washington Post's Abby Phillip. Paladino last met with the president-elect in early December at Trump Tower in New York City. Trump is no slouch, rhetorically or Twitter-wise. His personal strategy may be what one historian calls Richard Nixon's "Mad Dog" technique. Nixon wanted it known that he might do anything, like a mad dog, including the use nuclear weapons, in order to intimidate
concessions out of the U.S. adversary in Vietnam. Russia? China? Arms race? Bring it on, Trump says. That is irresponsible. Sadly, folks who yearn for the Trumpian, "Ozzie and Harriet" world of white comfort within white privilege don't take into account that what they wish for is wicked and cannot stand. It was wicked in the "Ozzie and Harriet" days when this country was destabilizing governments in Africa, Asia and Latin America. In fact, all that Founding Fathers stuff is just stuff. They were slave
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owners, whose very presence in slave quarters struck unspeakable terror in the hearts of their victims. There was no social media to alarm the public. No. The offending murderers and lynchers would sometimes stake the heads of the victims as a warning to other slaves not to rise up against their masters. Despite the frequent disavowals of the incoming Trump administration, I don't believe Trump and his crew even have good intentions for the future, for world peace, for security.
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LIFESTYLE A Recap of 2016's Entertainment Highlights By Eunice Moseley WI Contributing Writer The year 2016 provided this writer with plenty of fascinating interviews and top-notch films for reviews. The year began with an interview with Mykel Jenkins ("Bold and the Beautiful"). We talked about his starring role in the movie "The Masked Saint," based on the life of a professional wrestler with the same name who became a Baptist minister that ended up being a vigilante and neighborhood hero. Next was an interview with Luci Martin, original lead singer of the group Chic. We spoke about the formation of her girl group Next Step, that consists of other Chic vocalists Norma Jean Wright and Alfa Anderson. Next I interviewed one of my favorite vocalists, Grammy-winning R&B singer Regina Belle. We talked about the release of her new inspirational album "The Day Life Began." I did a review of the album and
it was so inspiring I still have the title track on my MP3 player. Movie reviews followed of DreamWorks' "Kung Fu Panda 3" and Walt Disney's "The Finest Hours." For "The Finest Hours," which was based on a true story, I was privileged to interview Ben Foster ("X-Men: The Last Stand"), Chris Pine ("Star Trek") and Casey Affleck ("Chasing Amy"). Coverage of the NAACP Nominations Luncheon followed, and during the red carpet arrivals, I was able to interview screenwriter Nzingha Stewart ("With This Ring") and actors Hudson Yang ("Fresh Off the Boat") and J. August Richards ("Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D."), as well as radio personality Egypt Sherrod about her book "Keep Calm...Its Just Real Estate." An interview with Le'Andrea Johnson, a gospel singer and an unorthodox minister, was next and we talked about her role in the Oxygen network reality show "Preachers of Atlanta." Coverage of the 2016 SAG Awards in February provided interviews with Sola Bamis and Mason Cotton ("Mad Men") and Emily Robinson ("Transparent"). An interview with Christian Jules Le Blanc ("Young and the Restless") followed. We talked about the "Young and the Restless Genoa City Live Tour" that he was hosting. Another exciting interview followed with the R&B group Silk. We talked about their "Quiet Storm" album release. Coverage of the Bergman's Oscar party allowed me to interview Renee Olstead ("Space Cowboys"), Kelsey Scott ("12
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Years a Slave") and Sara Scott ("True Blood"). I was excited to also interview three-time Grammy winner Harry "K.C." Casey of K.C. and the Sunshine Band. We talked about his new album release, "Feeling You." Coverage of the NAACP Theatre Awards and an interview with gospel singer and Stellar Award winner Jonathan Nelson (Light Records) followed. We talked about Nelson's album release "Fearless." I also reviewed the "Fearless" album which featured guest vocalists Kim Burrell and Dorinda Clark-Cole. Another exciting interview was with Tanya Blount ("Sister Act 2: Back in the Habit," "Preacher's Kid") and her husband Michael Trotter Jr. We talked about their album release "Love Affair." Tanya is likely best known as the vocalist in the film "Sister Act 2" who sings "His Eye is On the Sparrow" with Lauryn Hill. Comedian and radio personality Rickey Smiley took the time in 2016 to speak to me about his reality show "Rickey Smiley for Real" on TV One. A review and interview with Slim, lead vocalist of the Grammy-winning group 112, followed. We talked about his new solo project "Refueled," which features vocal assistance from Carl Thomas, Ma$e and Rich Homie Quan. I went to review Universal Picture's "Warcraft," a CGI film based on the video game, and Warner Bros' "Central Intelligence" starring Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson ("Fast 8") and Kevin Hart ("Ride Along 2"). "Central Intelligence" is about an unlikely pair of high school acquaintances who ends up saving the country. Reviews of Warner Bros.' "The Legend of Tarzan" and Universal Pictures' "The Secret Life of Pets" followed.
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Though I have interviewed her many times in the past, I was excited to interview 11-time Grammy winner and pastor Shirley Caesar about the release of her newest album "Fill This House" (Light Records) which features Anthony Hamilton and Hezekiah Walker. Other interviews that excited me, even though I have also interviewed them many times in the past, included Grammy-nominated Will Downing for his project "Black Pearls" and Dave Hollister of Blackstreet fame, who is now a pastor. Hollister and I talked about his album release "Manuscript" (Shanachie Entertainment) which features vocal guest Angie Stone. I also reviewed the Will Downing project, an album of cover songs of legendary black female vocalists. Movie reviews followed which included Paramount/MGM's "BenHur," the Weinstein Company presentation of "Hands of Stone," based on the life of famed boxer Roberto Duran, and Walt Disney's "The Light Between Oceans" starring Oscar-nominated actor Michael Fassbender ("12 Years a Slave") and Academy Award winner Alicia Vikander. An interview with a longtime friend and jazz guitarist Vernon Neilly (Boosweet Records) followed. We talked about his new album release "Outta Time." That interview was accompanied by a review of the album which has a Jazz/Hip-Hop fresh sound. More movie reviews followed that included Warner Bros.' "Storks," MGM/Columbia Picture's "Magnificent Seven" and Summit Entertainment's "Deep Horizon," starring Oscar-nominated actor Mark Wahlberg ("Planet of the Apes"). "Deep Horizon" is based on the Gulf of Mexico oil spill. Interviews followed that included Bishop J. Drew Sheard, father
of Grammy-nominated singer Kierra Sheard and husband of Grammy-winning gospel singer Karen Clark Sheard, about his "GEI Live" album release. Jazz pianist Jim Brickman's interview was about his new project "Soothe for Sleep" which included a review, while Fred Hammond talked about his album release "Worship Journal Live" and his "Festival of Praise" tour featuring Hezekiah Walker, Israel Houghton, Regina Belle, Karen Clark Sheard, Casey J and comedian Earthquake. VaShawn Mitchell's interview had us talking about his new release "Secret Place: Live in South Africa"; Grammy-nominated Bishop Paul S. Morton, father of Grammy-winner PJ Morton (Maroon 5), about his new album release "Legacy: Live in New York" which was also accompanied with a review, and an interview with Anthony Michael Hobbs, my grandson, an award-winning actor (PBS's Emmy nominated "The Abolitionist") and filmmaker ("One Nation") at only 11 years old, was about his Best Youth Film award from the Gary International Black Film Festival for directing his second film "Naga Pixie" (Imagination Lunchbox). More movie reviews followed, included Warner Bros.' "Fantastic Beast and Where to Find Them" and Universal Pictures' animation musical "Sing." The year ended with an interview with famed East Coast radio personality Donnie Simpson about coming out of retirement to host TV One's "Donnie After Dark" television show. The year also ended with my column, The Pulse of Entertainment, picked up by The Washington Informer (for its print edition and website), adding to its syndicated readership numbers which include over 1/4 million a week. WI
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Singer Seeks to Inspire, Encourage Others By D. Kevin McNeir WI Editor
Before one can pose the question, Fantasia makes clear the essence of her sound saying with pride and without hesitation, “I’m a soul singer.” And it’s this confidence that’s evident on her latest CD, “The Definition of . . . which bridges the past with the present, showcasing several songs that the Grammy Award-winning artist wrote herself. “I had to fight to get to this place in my career,” said the North Carolina native who began singing at the age of five. “I’ve been blessed to be with RCA since I was 19 but because I was so young, I was told what to sing, where to go to sing it – eventually it felt like I was in a box. I began to feel like a caged bird. This CD and the work I’m doing on my next production have allowed me to fly – I’m coming out of my cage,” she said. Fantasia Monique Barrino, now 32, married and a mother, says writing her own music has allowed her to let her own voice be heard – a feeling that resonates with her spirit. “Everywhere I go, I try to always be myself and to be humble,” she said. “I’ve been blessed to work with so many amazing singers who represent so many different genres: opera, jazz, blues, R&B and gospel. And I love touring too, for a while. Then I want to get back home. The nice thing is when we’re on tour, we are like a family.” Fantasia, who last year hit the stage in the District with Anthony Hamilton, will be back in February – this time with the artist affectionately known as “Uncle Charlie” [Charlie Wilson]. “He [Charlie] makes me work hard and after each show he comes to my room and gives me words of encouragement – he has been a true blessing in my life.” Dubbed “Baby Patti LaBelle” by the R&B diva herself, the American Idol winner (and the youngest to claim the title at the age of 19 until Jordin Sparks’ victory at 17) comes from a family of singers, including several uncles who performed as part of a 1970s R&B band and first cousins K-Ci and JoJo, formerly of Jodeci. Listening to her, it’s evident that she’s been influenced by a wide variety of singers. “I have a heart like my grandmother and so I try to inspire and encourage everyone I meet who says they want to sing too,” she said. “We never know who the next breakout artist will be. And singers tell stories.” “Real singers don’t get into this microwave music that we often hear today. I call what I do ‘rock soul’ – that’s reminiscent of folks like Aretha Franklin, Marvin Gaye, Billie Holiday, Josephine Baker, Ella Fitzgerald, Elton John and my grandfather’s favorite, B.B. King.” “That’s the kind of music and sound that I want to keep alive. People are hungry and itching for it.” Despite being back on the road again, in those quiet moments Fantasia said she’s already hard at work on her next album, writing lyrics and putting together harmonies. “I’m going to bring together the sounds of James Brown, Tina Turner and Prince because they’ve each been so inspirational in my life,” she said. “This is going to be something totally different from anything I’ve ever done before. Music should make you feel alive – it’s ‘rock soul’ and yes, it’s going to rock.” WI WWW.WASHINGTONINFORMER.COM
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Artist's Skills Lead to Mainstream Success By Tim Cox WI Contributing Writer When Sylvia Parker Maier displays her art works at the "Formation" show at the renowned Bernaducci Meisel Gallery in New York City, on Jan. 12, art industry aficionados will get an opportunity to witness her oil paintings, which reflect the culmination of a brilliant career and a young woman's lifetime passion for the arts — an interest that began as a child in her native Manhattan. As the sole child of a biracial marriage, her African-American father worked as a professional musician and composer of R&B music, while her mother of Argentine descent was a poet and a classically trained pianist. Though her parents split when she was just 11, they ensured that she was able to pursue her artistic passion by having her study at such famed institutions as
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the School of Visual Art, The National Academy of Design and the New York Academy. As a youth, she studied at the acclaimed Art Students League of New York with notable figures such as Ron Sherr and Harvey Dinnerstein. She earned the prestigious Greenshield Award and other merit scholarships during her formative years. Though she continuously works toward ultimately becoming the proverbial household name — Sylvia Parker Maier is already a recognizable entity among her peers. As the married mother of two teenage sons, Parker Maier is proud to note that throughout her 25year career, several of her paintings have been displayed at the Parish Museum in Southampton, New York, and at the cork gallery at Lincoln Center. She's also presented solo shows at the Forum Gallery in Frankfurt, Germany; in addition to
many presentations throughout the U.S. and Europe. In a recent interview from her residence in Brooklyn, she noted that her influences to pursue art mainly stemmed from her parent's musical backgrounds. "It was my mother who insisted on taking me to see such legends as Nina Simone, Ella Fitzgerald and Lena Horne," she said. "The music validated my artistic approach. As an only child, I was always drawing and that helped shape my style." Being fortunate enough to have relatives in Argentina, she spent several childhood summers visiting her grandmother in cities such as Viedma and Buenos Aires. "I went to church every day with my grandmother," she reflected with a smile. Parker Maier's paintings have recently been displayed on the popular Fox network show "Empire." Filmmaker Spike Lee is also one of
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her proponents and has utilized her works. A few years ago, Lee chose 30 of her paintings to appear in a PSA television commercial to commemorate Martin Luther King Jr. Throughout her career, she has worked with the U.S. State Departments' Art in Embassies Program, in addition to having her paintings displayed and contributed to by hip-hop mogul Russell Simmons' "Art for Life" project. Other clients include the Mars candy company. Her works have also appeared in the Wall Street Journal. Her recent work, "Circle Of Mothers," depicts the images of mothers of slain sons, including Iris Baez, mother of Anthony Baez; Hawa Bah, mother of Mohamed Bah; Valerie Bell, mother of Sean Bell; Kadiatou Diallo, mother of Amadou Diallo; Constance Malcolm, mother of Ramarley Graham; and Sybrina Fulton, mother of Trayvon Martin.
Essence magazine staffers recently visited Parker Maier's home and is set to publish an article utilizing her artistic work as a backdrop for one of their photo shoots. "It's certainly an honor," she remarked. Parker Maier is currently displaying her works at the renowned Art Basel art fair in Miami, her third time presenting at the prestigious South Beach event. Her piece is titled "Rice and Beans." Art Basel runs from Dec. 3 through Jan. 7. Previously, she has shown at Miami's Yeelen Gallery. "Art Basel is a pretty big deal," she said. "There'll be lots of major celebrity parties, and overall, just a good place to network with people in our industry." When's she not painting, Parker Maier spends relaxation time dancing to salsa music, in addition to traveling with her husband/photographer, Andre Maier, and their sons. WI
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LIFESTYLE Black Power 50 Talks: Public Television and the Black Arts Movement Thursday, January 12, 2017, 6:30 p.m. PROGRAM LOCATIONS: Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture Fully accessible to wheelchairs Registration via SchomburgCenter.Eventbrite.com RSVP In the wake of the Black Power movement, Amiri Baraka along with other poets, writers, dramatists and musicians, formed The Black Arts Movement (BAM). Those artists and many entertainers found their culture and politics featured prominently on Soul!, the groundbreaking one-hour series produced by Ellis Haizlip for PBS stations (1968-73) in the New York area. Leading cultural critic and musician Greg Tate will examine the relationship between Soul! and the Black Arts Movement–with renowned poets Nikki Giovanni, Askia M. Touré, and Gayle Wald, author of It’s Been Beautiful: Soul! and Black Power Television. EDITOR’S NOTE: If our readers can get to New York City, this program may be worth the price of your train ticket. But it will also be live streamed. We highly recommend it.
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D.C. Church Makes Long-Awaited Move; Leaves City for Maryland By Hamil R. Harris WI Contributing Writer After years of not having parking or the ability to expand in D.C.'s Petworth community, members of the Rock Creek Baptist Church have moved to a new home that sits on 25 acres in Upper Marlboro, Maryland. Rev. Jeffrey L. Mitchell Sr., pastor
of the 144-year-old congregation, even chimed in with the praise team Sunday as they sang "How Great Is Our God." Rock Creek has tried for nearly a decade to find a new home after it became clear that there was no way to grow at their old home at 8th and Upshur Streets NW. "This is a major blessing," Mitch-
ell said. "We have parking, we have space, we have classrooms for learning, we now have enough room to do multiple things at once." Mitchell, who has led the church for nearly three decades, said the church attempted to remain in the city but ran into opposition from District officials and community leaders. But John-Paul C. Hayworth, the outgoing Advisory Neighborhood Commissioner, said while parking is a major problem in the area, he nevertheless was surprised to learn the church had finally sold the property and was moving, "I live four doors down from the church and I didn't know until I saw the sign go up," said Hayworth, adding that he was particularly bothered that the church allowed the building be torn down. "They put in a provision that the church would be demolished. The developer didn't do that." But Reginald Haynie, chairman of the deacon board at Rock Creek, said the church had no choice but to move on. "They would ticket us on Sundays and parking became more restricted," Haynie said. "My vision now is to share God's word with everyone because we are in the middle of everywhere." Rock Creek is just latest African-American congregation to leave the District in the past four decades. Ebenezer AME, Jericho City of Praise and Metropolitan Baptist Church were all large D.C. congrega-
tions that moved to Prince George's County as real estate prices rose, paving the way for gentrification. The old Rock Creek sanctuary, which was located at 8th and Upshur streets in Northwest, was recently demolished to make way for four new row houses that will each hold two units. According to several sources, each unit will cost about $600,000. The Petworth News reported they the church got $2.2 million for the project. Trying to find a new church home has not been easy. In January 2005, Rock Creek Baptist Church acquired 77.69 acres of land in Prince George's County, where they had planned to build a new church, a senior's living facility, a school and a youth center. But Mitchell said the church was forced to halt the project because funding could not be secured amid the collapsing economy. Then, a few months ago, church officials learned that a 24-acre campus — complete with a gym and school — was on sale at 6707 Woodward Road. Rock Creek has had several lo-
cations in its 144-year history. The first was in Tenleytown, the second in Foggy Bottom, from 1941 to 1956. The third location was purchased at 4201 Eighth Street, where they remained from 1956 until this past October. Sandy Tate, a member of the trustee board at Rock Creek, said she is thrilled that her church is just a few minutes from her home. "We are so used to driving to D.C. and dealing with parking, but 85 percent of our members live in Prince George's County," she said. Tate says that every Sunday, the church shuttled about 30 seniors from the Petworth community to the new sanctuary, including 102-year-old Edna Adams. Evelyn Mitchell, first lady of Rock Creek, said, "We knew that God, in his own time, would be doing a new thing." But the pastor modified his wife's comments. "God is not doing a new thing, we are just doing it in another way," he said. "The community is the church. There is a spiritual need out here." WI
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ARIES There's usually a lot of excitement at the start of a new year, but you could feel
less enthused by it all. This could be a time of reflection for you and an opportunity to let go of anything that no longer serves your best interests. An intuitive hunch could translate into a practical solution. Make note of any inner nudges. Lucky Numbers: 10, 13, 21
"Lose Your Final 15"
by Rovenia M. Brock, Ph.D. c.2016, Rodale $26.99 ($31.50 Canada) 285 pages
TAURUS The year begins on a very sociable note for you. This can be an excellent opportunity to move in new circles and explore other options for networking and enjoying life. Solo? Dating options may be more numerous now, so it's worth getting involved in groups or clubs that reflect your interests and passions. Finally, a decision concerning your future may need careful thought. Lucky Numbers: 4, 15, 42 GEMINI It seems you'll hit the ground running as 2017 starts. Dive straight in and get to work on a career plan or key ambition. With Venus moving into this zone on Jan. 2, image can count for a lot if you're hoping to get ahead. Dressing appropriately for a job interview or meeting can help pave the way to success. Lucky Numbers: 3, 11, 19 CANCER With a strong focus on your sector of travel and exploration, you may be
looking for a change. Nevertheless, it's better to tackle this step by step rather than leap into the unknown. Any misunderstandings you experienced may be due to Mercury's three-week retrograde phase. It pushes forward again on Jan. 8, allowing healing conversations to take place. Lucky Numbers: 7, 9, 10
Lose Your Final Fifteen
LEO Look deeply into patterns that have held you back for some time. It can be a way of
By Terri Schlichenmeyer WI Contributing Writer Somebody passed you a plate of cookies. It was the holidays so, of course, you had to take one. Or three, because they were good. And when the fudge came around, you had that, too. And some pie, cheesecake, punch, homemade candy. Now your pants are tight, you feel lazy, and your bathroom scale is screaming. Yep, it's time to step back and step toward "Lose Your Final 15" by Rovenia M. Brock, PhD. When she was just 9 years old, growing up in Washington, D.C., Rovenia Brock had a dual life-changing experience: she lost her mother to cancer and she met her mother's friend, a dietitian who taught Brock the "relationship between diet and health." Remembering the woman's words, Brock went to college to be a "nutrition educator," but, like many women of color, she "worried that men wouldn't find me attractive unless I put a little more meat on my bones." That was unhealthy and she knew it, so she created her Final 15 program. To begin, take the "Self-Assessment Test" and put yourself in the "F-15 Mindset." This will help you make better choices when faced with cravings. Also, remember that some hunger is emotional, and that you can understand the difference. In the planning phase of the Final 15, Brock recommends that you eliminate sugar, sodas and alcohol. Eat breakfast early, and then "eat often." Get lots of sleep, and "take special care" if you're a night shift worker. Understand that buying dairy products, vegetables, fruits and fish is not merely a matter of going to the grocery store. Phase 1 teaches readers the basics of eating and exercise. Phase 2 adds more choices to both. Phase 3 of the Final 15 diet is the "Coast and Maintain" phase for lifelong health, but that doesn't mean letting your guard down. "You can't declare victory," Brock says, "and then return to your old habits." Those last 15 pounds, as they say, are the hardest to lose when you're dieting. But "Lose Your Final 15" helps the first pounds go, the last pounds go, and every ounce in between. It won't be easy, but author Rovenia M. Brock offers step-by-step handholding and useful advice, as well as fat-burner exercises. There are lots of charts inside this book, but nothing too scientific; you'll also find simple recipes that don't require a Food Ph.D. to make. For a little added encouragement, "Dr. Ro" includes success stories from people who've shed their poundage and kept it off. Readers, however, should know that some chapter subheadings may seem misleading; you shouldn't, for instance, "Drink Half Your Body Weight in Water," but you should read the section. The actual page on eating snacks "that are no larger than your closed fist" has more succinct meaning. Read. Carefully. You might see a bit of repetition while you do, but it will underscore what's inside this book. If those holiday cookies went from lips to hips and you're walking them off now, "Lose Your Final 15" is a book you shouldn't walk past. WI WWW.WASHINGTONINFORMER.COM
reaffirming your relationship with yourself and being gentler with yourself, too. At work, you might decide to put your all into a plan that could prove very successful. Progress may be easier over coming weeks. Lucky Numbers: 12, 16, 32
VIRGO You may find other people inspiring, bewitching, and sometimes confusing, but you certainly won't be bored. You might have to draw the line if someone seems uncooperative for some reason. Once you've completed your to-do list, you'll feel much better for making a stand and taking control. With Mercury also pushing forward, any frustrations and delays can begin to dissipate. Lucky Numbers: 1, 36, 43 LIBRA You may find you're now getting along much better with someone, perhaps because you share a passion or interest. Having this in common could encourage you to remain good friends for the long haul. Help others and be supportive of those in need. However, go easy in this regard if you already have a lot on your plate. Knowing when to hold back can help you keep up your energy. Lucky Numbers: 13, 20, 28 SCORPIO This first week of the new year could see you spending more of your leisure time with family, friends, or perhaps your latest love interest. And with romantic Venus sashaying into Pisces and your house of fun and games, this could be an ideal time to rekindle a loving relationship. On your own? You may be drawn to someone with a mysterious quality about them. Lucky Numbers: 5, 19, 20 SAGITTARIUS You may be ready to make a few key decisions concerning your fi-
nances, especially if the holiday season proved somewhat expensive. You might also want to exercise more control over this area in general. This week could bring an opportunity to investigate ways to feel more comfortable about money. Try to strike a happy medium by making allowances for treats as you save for the future. Lucky Numbers: 15, 34, 41
CAPRICORN Get ahead of any administrative tasks that built up over the holiday season. Reach out to new friends you made in recent weeks. Discernment is the key here, though! While you might be ready to embrace them all, some may make better longterm pals than others. Lucky Numbers: 14, 21, 27 AQUARIUS Feeling more in control of your finances can help you move into 2017 with more confidence and less anxiety. Still, with Venus dancing into this same zone, you may also be tempted by some of the bargains and sales whether you need the items or not. Let your conscience be your guide, as one or two things may be useful. Lucky Numbers: 6, 11, 39 PISCES With delectable Venus sashaying into your sign on Jan. 2, the year starts on a very positive note for you. This could be a blessing, too, especially if Mercury's retrograde phase led to a few misunderstandings in recent weeks. Mercury pushes forward once again on Jan. 8. Combined with the conciliatory approach of Venus, this can be perfect for a heartfelt talk to swiftly resolve any differences. If your confidence needs a boost, this is an excellent time for a makeover. Lucky Numbers: 17, 27, 32
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CAPTURE THE MOMENT 4 Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton delivers the oath to new D.C.
Council member Robert C. White (At-Large) during the swearing-in of new D.C. council members at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Northwest on Tuesday, Jan. 3. / Photo by Lateef Mangum
6 Mayor Muriel Bowser is interrupted by demonstrators pressing for ad-
ditional information on two recent police shootings during a swearing-in ceremony for elected city council members at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in northwest D.C. on Jan. 2. / Roy Lewis/The Washington Informer
5 Former D.C. Mayor Vincent Gray is sworn in as the Ward 7 represen-
tative on the city council at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Northwest on Jan. 2. / Photo by Roy Lewis 6 Council members Brandon Todd (Ward 4), Jack Evans (Ward 2),
and Chairman Phil Mendelson at the swearing-in of new D.C. council members at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Northwest on Tuesday, Jan. 3. / Photo by Lateef Mangum
5 Protesters demanding answers about the death of Terrence Sterling
on the steps of the Walter E. Washington Convention Center during the swearing-in of new D.C. council members at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Northwest on Tuesday, Jan. 3. / Photo by Lateef Mangum
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SPORTS Wizards Top Nets at Home, 118-95
5 H Brooklyn Nets center Brook Lopez shoots around Washington Wizards center Marcin Gortat during the Wizards' 118-95 win at Verizon Center in Northwest on Friday, Dec. 30. / Photo by John E. De Freitas
3 Washington Wizards guard Sheldon McClellan, who started in place of the injured Bradley Beal, drives past Brooklyn Nets shooting guard Sean Kilpatrick during the third quarter of the Wizards' 118-95 win at Verizon Center in Northwest on Friday, Dec. 30. / Photo by John E. De Freitas
Wizards, Bench End 2016 on High Note By William J. Ford WI Staff Writer No Bradley Beal, no problem. The Washington Wizards bench, a unit criticized for poor performance early in the season, contributed 50 points in the team's 118-95 victory Friday against the Brooklyn Nets at Verizon Center. Wizards guard Trey Burke led the charge off the bench with a game- and season-high 27 points, 18 coming in the second quarter. "I obviously just got to be ready to play," said Burke, who made all seven of his first-half shots and both free throws. "Some games, I don't know how much I'm going to play. Obviously, with [Beal] down, I knew I was going to have to come in and be a spark off the bench and be ready to play." Rookie Sheldon McClellan, who finished with eight points, started in place of Beal, who missed his fourth game of the season after injuring his right ankle in a Dec. 28 win over the Indiana Pacers. The Wizards led nearly the en-
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tire game, as Burke's hot shooting pushed the lead to 38-25 with 9:07 left in the second quarter, and the Nets got no closer than 11 the rest of the way. Anthony Bennett and former Wizard Trevor Booker both scored 16 points, but the Nets turned the ball over 21 times and shot only 43 percent from the floor. Although the Wizards committed 19 turnovers themselves, they shot nearly 57 percent and out-rebounded the Nets 44-32. Most of the Wizards victories are led by Beal and All-Star guard John Wall, who leads the NBA in steals and is third in assists. However, the much-maligned bench ranks second-to-last behind the Minnesota Timberwolves in average points per game (24.3) and average minutes per game (14.5). But Wizards head coach Scott Brooks said Burke and the bench were the reason for Friday's win. "Trey just had an amazing night," Brooks said. "He played very controlled. He had a nice rhythm. Guys were getting him
open. As we talk to [the bench players] and develop every day in practice, you just stick with your routine, you believe in the routine and you can handle some tough times. I thought the guys have done that and they stuck with it. Give them a lot of credit because we're back to .500 because of their ability to keep chipping away every day." Wall, who recorded his 20th double-double of the season with 19 points and 14 assists, also praised the bench. "Those guys gave us a lead and played well keeping it going," he said. "Trey came in and played a big game for us. Jason [Smith] gave us a lot of energy. Everybody came in and played well for us, and it was key for us." Washington, which posted a 10-5 December to claw back to .500 on the season at 16-16, will return to Verizon Center on Friday to host the Timberwolves after a two-game road trip against the Houston Rockets and the Dallas Mavericks. WI
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5 Washington Wizards guard Trey Burke drives to the basket during the third
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Xavier Downs Georgetown, 81-76 3 Xavier Musketeers
guard Edmond Sumner attacks the basket against Georgetown Hoyas forward Marcus Derrickson during the first quarter of Xavier's 81-76 win at Verizon Center in Northwest on Saturday, Dec. 31. / Photo by John E. De Freitas
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Musketeers forward Rashid Gaston in the third quarter of Xavier's 81-76 win at Verizon Center in Northwest on Saturday, Dec. 31. / Photo by John E. De Freitas
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Hoyas guard Jonathan Mulmore is defended by Xavier Musketeers guard J.P. Macura in the third quarter of Xavier's 81-76 win at Verizon Center in Northwest on Saturday, Dec. 31. / Photo by John E. De Freitas
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guard J.P. Macura shoots under the outstretched arm of Georgetown Hoyas center Bradley Hayes during the first quarter of Xavier's 81-76 win at Verizon Center in Northwest on Saturday, Dec. 31. / Photo by John E. De Freitas
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CBC from Page 1 Sunday" in Selma, Alabama, refused to work with Democrats on Capitol Hill to restore the protections of the Voting Rights Act. "It's not about Democrats, it's not about Republicans, it's about America," Pelosi said. "The greatness of America is affected by how [Republicans] have rejected the ability of our president to appoint a [Supreme Court] justice, how they have rejected our calls for correcting the injustice of the Supreme Court decision [in Shelby v. Holder]. It's all about justice." Pelosi called the CBC the "conscience of the Congress and indeed of the country," adding that it was exciting to see that some of the newest members of the CBC were representing districts who had never elected a black lawmaker to serve in the U.S. Congress. The newest members of the CBC, all Democrats, are Sen. Kamala Harris, who is California's first African-American senator, and Reps. Val Demings of Florida, Lisa Blunt-Rochester, the first African-American and woman to serve in Congress from Delaware, Anthony Brown of Maryland, Dwight Evans of Pennsylvania and Donald McEachin of Virginia. After the ceremonial oath of office was performed, outgoing Chairman G.K. Butterfield (D-N.C.) said that 2016 is now in the rearview mirror. "We find ourselves facing a difficult, political and legislative environment, unlike any that we have ever seen before, but I promise you that the CBC will rise to the occasion and we will meet these new challenges," Butterfield said. "The consequences are too enormous for us to be indecisive and to allow conservative forces and forces of the alt-right to defend our nation. WE will be strategic and we will be unified in our work." While many of the CBC members are baby boomers, Butterfield said that there is no question that
5 The Congressional Black Caucus holds ceremonial swearing-in event for Cedric Richmond, new chair, who will serve during the 115th Congress, at the Warner Theatre in Northwest on Jan. 3. / Photo by Freddie Allen/AMG/NNPA Richmond, who is a part of Generation X, is well-suited and well-prepared to lead the CBC in confronting these new challenges. During his remarks at the swearing-in event, Richmond said that CBC members represent 78 million Americans, 24 percent of the population and 17 million African-Americans. "There are many Americans, especially black Americans, who can't understand how we got here today, coming off eight years of hope, pride and inspiration," Richmond said. "They are fearful of the current state of division, hate and pettiness. "Many of our young people are frustrated with the fact that they seem to be fighting the same causes that Dr. King and Rev. Jackson and John Lewis and many others galvanized the country behind during the civil rights movement, and that's jobs, justice and common humanity," he said. The Louisiana congressman noted that while others have thrown up their hands and hung their heads, paralyzed by frustration, CBC members have remained focused and driven.
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Richmond acknowledged that members such as Shirley Chisholm work on poverty and expanding opportunities for women in the labor force and children in the classroom, Charlie Rangel on economic inequality and John Conyers on criminal justice reform. Richmond said that the CBC members are committed to do their part, to provide leadership, engage the people across this country and fight shoulder to shoulder to ensure that the arc, but they cannot do it alone. "We need the fire, passion and talent of young people to use the tools and resources of today to capture the nation and to give life to our movement," said Richmond, adding that it was young women and men who were on the front lines of the fight for freedom during the civil rights movement of the 1960s. Richmond said that fighting injustice will also require the wisdom, clarity and foresight of our elders, because "if we do not learn from our past, our future will be more of the same." The new CBC chair said that during 115th Congressional session, caucus members will continue to confront those who seek to divide the country and that they will be clear about their demands, on behalf of black people. He added that CBC members will also venture outside of Washington to engage everyday people where they live, work and worship. "We will heed the many lessons of our leaders that came before, but we will innovate and evolve to tackle the challenges of today," Richmond said. "We will be deliberate in our thoughts and actions and we will engage on our own terms. "We have the strength and the courage of our ancestors that survived the Middle Passage, who survived slavery and segregation and Jim Crow, and in that spirit we won't give in, we won't give up and we won't fall back," he said. WI
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"Back In The Day, Til Morning Comes" was a riveting and dynamic watch-night and New Year's celebration at the All Nations Baptist Church in D.C. If you missed it, you really missed a treat! During the Sunday worship service, the Rev. Dr. James Coleman told his congregation at All Nations that this year's watchnight service was the best ever during his 25 years as pastor. The program was a look back to the old days of African-American history. "It all began with an overview of watch night's history, which was originally known as Freedom's Eve," said Dr. Sandra Jowers-Barber, chairman of the Black History Department of the University of the District of Columbia. To remember our past so we never make the same mistakes again, Pastor Coleman charged the committee with creating a memorable New Year's weekend celebration! Here is just a snippet of what took place: Promptly at 9 p.m., the Ministerial Team, Deacons and Music Ministry all joined in the wonderful watch-night service at the sanctuary located at 2001 North Capitol Street NE. The program presented an atmosphere of what life was like back in the day with staging and props, as each bench bore a colorful photograph of our most well-known African-American leaders: Thurgood Marshall, Sojourner Truth, Dr. Charles Drew, Rosa Turning Hearts Church
Parks, Frederick Douglass, Harriet Tubman and many others. Exhibits were on display throughout the sanctuary, showing from the days of slavery up to modern times, ending with a photograph of President Barack Obama which says, "Yes We Will!" Through a series of singing, dramatizations, acting, reflections, the goal was to bring history to life! It was my honor to reenact the role of Harriet Tubman, while Minister Holloway played the role of Miss Pearl, talking about life in ‘The Big House" — Dorothy Elliott and her team of slaves were waiting for midnight so the chains of slavery could be dropped! Norma Moody showed slides and told us what life would be like in a world no black people! There were dynamic spoken-word presentations and liturgical dance by Tolya Chandler! The night concluded by ushering in 2017 with prayer! Then on Sunday morning, the first day of the New Year began with the essence of a spiritual jubilee with the annual Family, Friends, and Community Day, which began at 11 a.m. The weekend concluded with the Sunday Morning Worship. The New Year's Day's sermon, titled "A Gift of Peace for the New Year," was a jubilant conclusion to the weekend. Earlier on New Year's Eve, the church was joined by members of the community to enjoy an historic visit to the
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Virgil K. Thomas, Sr. Senior Pastor/ Teacher
Service and Times Sunday School 8 – 9 AM Worship Service 9 – 11 AM Tuesday Night Bible Study 6:30 – 8:00 PM Wednesday Daytime Bible Study 11 AM – 12:30 PM
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
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
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”
www.pilgrimbaptistdc.org
Church of Living Waters
Allen Chapel A.M.E. Church
Crusader Baptist Church
Rev. Paul Carrette Senior Pastor
Rev. Dr. Michael E. Bell, Sr., Pastor
Rev. Dr. Alton W. Jordan Pastor
Reverend Dr. Calvin L. Matthews Senior Pastor
Harold Andrew Assistant Pastor
2498 Alabama Ave., SE - Washington D.C. 20020 Office: (202) 889-7296 Fax: (202) 889-2198 - www.acamec.org
800 I Street, NE - Washington, DC 20002 202-548-0707 - Fax No. 202-548-0703
4915 Wheeler Road Oxon Hill, MD 20745 301-894-6464
Service and Times Sunday Worship Services: 8:00am and 11:00am Sunday Church School - 9:15am & Sunday Adult Forum Bible Study - 10:30am 2nd & 4th Monday Women’s Bible Study: 6:30pm Tuesday Jr./Sr. Bible Study: 10:00am Tuesday Topical Bible Study: 6:30pm Tuesday New Beginnings Bible Study: 6:30pm Wednesday Pastoral Bible Study: 6:30pm Wednesday Children’s Bible Study: 6:30pm Thursday Men’s Bible Study: 6:30pm Friday before 1st Sunday Praise & Worship Service: 6:30pm Saturday Adult Bible Study: 10:00am “The Amazing, Awesome, Audacious Allen Chapel A.M.E. Church”
Service and Times Sunday Morning Worship: 11:00am Holy Communion: 1st Sunday Sunday School: 9:45am Men’s Monday Bible Study: 7:00pm Wednesday Night Bible Study: 7:00pm Women’s Ministry Bible Study: 3rd Friday -7:00pm Computer Classes: Announced Family and Marital Counseling by appointment
1200 Isle of Patmos Plaza, Northeast Washington, DC 20018 Office: (202) 529-6767 - Fax: (202) 526-1661
Service and Times Sunday Service: 8:30am& 11:00am Bible Study: Wednesday 7:30pm Communion Service: First Sunday www.livingwatersmd.org
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
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”
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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“Ambassadors for Christ to the Nation’s Capital”
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
Rev. Dr. Henry Y. White 2562 MLK Jr. Ave., SE - Washington, DC 20020 Adm. Office 202-678-2263 Email: Campbell@mycame.org
Isle of Patmos Baptist 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
Mailing Address Campbell AME Church 2502 Stanton Road SE - Washington, DC 20020
Mt. Zion Baptist Church
Service and Times Sunday Worship Service: 11:00 am Communion every Sunday: 11:00 am Sunday School: 10:00 am Bible Study Tuesday: 12 Noon Pastor’s Bible Study Tuesday: 6:30 pm Motto: “Discover Something Wonderful” Website: 12thscc.org Email: Twelfthstcc@aol.com
Mount Carmel Baptist Church
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
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
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
Dr. C. Matthew Hudson, Jr, Pastor
Kelechi Ajieren Coordinator
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
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
Rev. Dr. Kendrick E. Curry Pastor
712 18th Street, NE Washington, DC 20002 Phone 202-399-3450/ Fax 202-398-8836
3000 Pennsylvania Ave.. S.E Washington, DC 20020 202 581-1500
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
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. Oran W. Young Pastor
Rev. Dr. H. B. Sampson, III Pastor
Worshiping Location Knights of Columbus - 1633 Tucker Road Fort Washington, MD 20744 (240) 838-7074
621 Alabama Ave., S.E.- Washington, D.C. 20032 P: (202) 561-1111 - F: (202) 561-1112
917 N St. NW - Washington, DC 20001 (202) 232-4294
9th & P Street, N.W. - W. D.C. 20001 (202) 232-4288
Service and Times Sunday Service: 10 am Sunday School for all ages: 8:30 am 1st Sunday Baptism: 10: am 2nd Sunday Holy Communion:10 am Tuesday: Bible Study: 6:30 pm Prayer Meeting: 7:45 pm
Service and Times Sunday Morning Prayer Service: 8:00 a.m. Sunday Church School: 9:15 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship: 10:40 a.m. Third Sunday Baptismal & Holy Communion:10:30 a.m. Tuesday Church At Study Prayer & Praise: 6:30 p.m.
Service and Times First Sunday Worship Service (one service): 10:00 a.m. Second, Third, Fourth, and Fifth Sunday Worship service: 7:45 a.m. and 10:55 a.m. Sunday Church School/Bible Study: 9:30 a.m. Thursday Prayer Service: 6:30 p.m.
602 N Street NW - Washington, D.C. 20001 Office:(202) 289-4480 Fax: (202) 289-4595
2914 Bladensburg Road, NE Wash., DC 20018 Office: (202) 529-3180 - Fax: (202) 529-7738 Service and Times Worship Service: 7:30 a.m. Sunday School: 9:00 a.m. Worship Service: 10:30 a.m. Holy Communion: 4th Sunday 7:30 a.m. & 10:30a.m. Prayer Services:Tuesday 7:30 p.m. Wednesday 12 Noon
Motto: “Where God is First and Where Friendly People Worship”
The Church Where GOD Is Working.... And We Are Working With GOD
Service and Times Sunday Worship Services: 10:00 am Sunday School: 9:00 am Holy Communion 3rd Sunday Morning Prayer / Bible Study: 6:15 pm - 7:20 pm (Tuesday) Theme: “The Kingdom Focused Church” Matthew 6:33 and Mathew 28:18-20, KJV Email: stmatthewsbaptist@msn.com Website: www.stmatthewsbaptist.org
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Service and Times Sunday School for All Ages: 8:00 a.m. Sunday Worship Services: 9:30 a.m. Midday Prayer & Bible Study: Wednesday 11:30 a.m. Evening Prayer & Bible Study: Wednesday 7:00 p.m. Laymen's League: Thursday 7:00 p.m. Email: Froffice@firstrising.org Website: www.firstrising.org “Changing Lives On Purpose “
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SUPERIOR COURT OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA Probate Division Washington, D.C. 20001-2131
SUPERIOR COURT OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA Probate Division Washington, D.C. 20001-2131
Administration No. 2016 ADM 1475
Administration No. 2016 ADM 1466
Martha M. Lonon Decedent
Rufus Harding Ratcliff, Sr. Decedent
Raymond Joseph Milefsky Decedent
November 14, 2016 Date of Death
NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT, NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS
NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT, NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS
Nina Masonson, Esq. 1899 L Street, NW Suite 1050 Washington, DC 20036 Attorney
Dennis Michael Mahoney Name of Decedent
Kathleen L. Lonon, whose address is 6300 Stevenson Avenue, #519, Alexandria, VA 22304, was appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Martha M. Lonon who died on September 20, 2012 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 July 5, 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 July 5, 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.
Patricia Diane Ratliff, whose address is 5015 4th Street, NW, Washington, DC 20011, was appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Rufus Harding Ratcliff, Sr. who died on March 28, 2003 with 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 (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 July 5, 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 July 5, 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.
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NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT OF FOREIGN PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Date of first publication: January 5, 2017
Date of first publication: January 5, 2017
Kathleen L. Lonon Personal Representative
Patricia Diane Ratcliff Personal Representative
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SUPERIOR COURT OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA Probate Division Washington, D.C. 20001-2131 Administration No. 2016 ADM 1414 Rosie Lee Stewart Decedent Deborah D. Boddie, Esq. 1308 9th Street, NW Washington, DC 20001 Attorney NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT, NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Johnny Thomas, whose address is 12805 Golden Oak Drive, Laurel, MD 20708, was appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Rosie Lee Stewart who died on November 3, 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 June 22, 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 June 22, 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: December 22, 2016 Johnny Thomas Personal Representative
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Administration No. 2016 ADM 1432
Anna Minor Engel, whose address is 149 Putnam Street, Quincy, MA 02169, was appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Raymond Joseph Milefsky who died on August 1, 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 June 22, 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 June 22, 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: December 22, 2016 Anna Minor Engel Personal Representative
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SUPERIOR COURT OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA Probate Division Washington, D.C. 20001-2131 Administration No. 2010 ADM 000824 Clara Belle Jeter Scott Decedent Ronald Dixon Bynum & Jenkins 1010 Cameron Street Alexandria, VA 22314 Attorney NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT, NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Ronald Dixon, whose address is Bynum & Jenkins 1010 Cameron Street, Alexandria, VA 22314, was appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Clara Belle Jeter Scott who died on December 12, 2009 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 (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 June 22, 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 June 22, 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.
Robert Moseley aka Robert Milton Mosely, Jr., whose address is 9308 Cougar Court, Manassas Park, VA 20111 was appointed personal representative of the estate of Dennis Michael Mahoney, deceased, by the Circuit Court of Fairfax County Court for Fairfax County, State of Virginia, on December 5, 2016. Service of process may be made upon Deborah D. Boddie, 1308 Ninth Street, NW, Washington, DC 20001 whose designation as District of Columbia agent has been filed with the Register of Wills, D.C. The decedent owned the following District of Columbia real property; 516 Varnum Street, NW, Washington, DC 20011. Claims against the decedent may be presented to the undersigned and filed with the Register of Wills of the District of Columbia, 515 5th Street, NW, Third Floor, Washington, D.C. 20001 within 6 months from the date of first publication of this notice. Date of first publication: December 22, 2016 Robert Moseley Personal Representative
SUPERIOR COURT OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PROBATE DIVISION Washington, D.C. 20001-2131
Administration No. 2016 ADM 787
Foreign No. 2016 FEP 140
Emma Geraldine Hunter Richardson Decedent
September 24, 2011 Date of Death
NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT, NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS
Jerry Kenneth Reed Name of Decedent
John Luther David Hunter, whose address is 1139 Dove Valley Road, Decatur, GA 30032, was appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Emma Geraldine Hunter Richardson who died on April 30, 2015 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 June 22, 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 June 22, 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.
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SUPERIOR COURT OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA Probate Division Washington, D.C. 20001-2131 Administration No. 2016 ADM 1411 Pearline S. Lee Decedent Johnny M. Howard Houston & Howard 1001 Connecticut Av., NW, Suite 402 Washington, DC 20036 Attorney NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT, NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Darline Merriwether, whose address is 6203 Walbridge Street, Capitol Heights, MD 20743, was appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Pearline S. Lee who died on August 5, 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 June 22, 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 June 22, 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: December 22, 2016 Darline Merriwether Personal Representative
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Gayle A. Hall whose address is 2519 Bellefield Court, Fort Washington, MD 20744 was appointed personal representative of the estate of Jerry Kenneth Reed, deceased, by the Orphans Court for Prince Georges County, State of Maryland, on December 13, 2011. Service of process may be made upon Peg Shaw, 2147 O Street, NW, Apt. 306, Washington, DC 20037 whose designation as District of Columbia agent has been filed with the Register of Wills, D.C. The decedent owned the following District of Columbia real property; 705 49th Street, NE, Washington, DC 20019. Claims against the decedent may be presented to the undersigned and filed with the Register of Wills of the District of Columbia, 515 5th Street, NW, Third Floor, Washington, D.C. 20001 within 6 months from the date of first publication of this notice.
Stanley Farmer, whose address is 16 Newbury Drive, Stafford, VA 22556, was appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Joyce M. Moore who died on October 26, 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 June 22, 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 June 22, 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.
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Date of first publication: December 22, 2016 Stanley Farmer 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 1430 Pauline B. Bates Decedent Angela L. Lee, Esq. 1848 Bryant Street, NE Washington, DC 20016 Attorney NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT, NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Deon R. Clark, whose address is 4602 Sharon Road, Temple Hills, MD 20748, was appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Pauline B. Bates who died on October 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 June 22, 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 June 22, 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: December 22, 2016 Deon R. Clark Personal Representative
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Probate Division
Washington, D.C. 20001-2131 Administration Number 2016 ADM 1462 Estate of
Mignon K. Jackson aka Mignon Karen Jackson Deceased
NOTICE OF STANDARD PROBATE Notice is hereby given that a petition has
been filed in this Court by Derek E. Slocum 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.
In the absence of a will or proof satisfactory
to the Court of due execution, enter an order determining that the decedent died intestate
appoint a supervised personal representative.
Date of first publication: December 29, 2016 Derek E. Slocum
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SUPERIOR COURT OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA Probate Division Washington, D.C. 20001-2131 Administration No. 2016 ADM 1399 James Francis Foreman Decedent NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT, NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Nancy E. Foreman, whose address is 1713 17th Street, SE, Washington, DC 20020, was appointed Personal Representative of the estate of James Francis Foreman who died on October 14, 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 June 22, 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 June 22, 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: December 22, 2016 Nancy E. Foreman Personal Representative
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The last to be sworn in, Trayon White Sr., who defeated LaRuby May in the primary to represent Ward 8, received a rousing ovation from dozens of supporters chanting his campaign's slogan, "Don't just stand there, do something!" After the 90-minute ceremony, White said one of his initiatives will be to help create a state-ofthe-art job placement facility to boost employment in a city with the highest unemployment rates per capita in the country. Besides being the youngest on council, the 2002 Ballou Senior High School graduate will also fill the former seat of the city's most beloved leader, the late Marion Barry. "One thing that Barry always said was, 'Trayon, dream big. Enough of that small thinking,'" White said. "That always stood with me that we can do the impossible, especially with the resources that we have in the District of Columbia." White had plenty of supporters such as his high school classmate Rodney Norman, and senior citizens such as Rebecca Washington, a Ward 1 resident who sported a button with a picture of Barry. "I know Marion Barry would be very, very proud of this young man," Washington said. "I see [White] encouraging the youth throughout the city. He's not only going to touch D.C., he's going to touch the world and make the world a better place." Before the benediction, council chair Phil Mendelson gave a simple but profound assessment of the newest iteration of the 13-member council: "I think this will be one of the best councils ever." WI
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while different situations can and will result in women being the primary parent in their son's life, it's important to recognize that in order to raise our little black boys to be strong fathers, grandfathers, uncles and brothers, they need the presence of these kinds of positive role models in their lives. No doubt, a woman mother can teach her son about being honest, caring, loyal and other such attributes. Yet, when it comes to learning to how to be a man, there's not much she can teach — those lifelong lessons in learning and guidance can only come from a man. WI
trict in Minnesota and seeks to chair the DNC. He was also once known as Keith Ellison-Muhammad. If Mr. Ellison once believed those things about the Minister and changed his mind, that's his business. We will leave Allah (God) to judge and handle the hypocrites. But what cannot be tolerated are the lies, the slander and false narrative against Min. Farrakhan. These lies cannot be proven, nor can these false charges be sustained. The Minister has been a strong voice for black self-determination, a warrior against Jewish paternalism and control of black people and a sledgehammer against the wall of white supremacy and neocolonialism. None of that work would make him the favorite of a system or wicked people whose demonic rule he is working to destroy. But Mr. Ellison knows better. Years ago, sitting in my Chicago office here at The Final Call, when I was managing editor, there was no question about Min. Farrakhan and who he was. There was no question when Mr. Ellison, aka Keith X Ellison, aka Keith Ellison-Muhammad, came to Chicago for an urban peace summit in October 1993 that featured Min. Farrakhan, or a vital summit in Kansas City that included Min. Farrakhan as the major speaker and one who helped legitimize the anti-violence movement in April 1993.
The problem comes from a simple place: "All of you that want national and state prominence: Sometimes I am the 'litmus test' to see if white folk can do anything good for you. And some of you are so weak and so cowardly, that your desires mean more than the integrity of your being. But every time I forgave my brothers, and kept moving forward," observed Min. Farrakhan in a message delivered Oct. 30. The Minister's forgiveness and willingness to suffer insults apparently has led some to think that there is no end to his patience and smearing him is acceptable — just come back and apologize in the dark later. No. This man's life's work, his status as a vibrant elder and indispensable leader in our community cannot and must not allow that. Mr. Ellison and those who would misuse the Minister's name for their personal advancement must be confronted and their hypocrisy and cowardice must be condemned. How can Rep. Ellison speak of justice for the poor, a just U.S. foreign policy, social change that improves the lives of people and respect for all and denigrate a man who has worked to achieve those goals for longer than the congressman has been alive? Shame on you, Mr. Ellison, for your pandering and shame on us, if we don't call you out for it. WI
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G S F C E L E B R AT E S 10 YEARS T he G l o b al Sc h ol ar s F ou n d at i on ( G S F) was f ou nd e d b y th e H S tr e et C om m un it y D e ve l o p m ent Cor p or a t io n ( H SC DC) i n 2 0 06 as a la n gu a ge an d c u lt ur e e duc at i o na l pr ogr am ex p os in g D C t ee ns to t h e M an d ar in la n g ua ge an d C h in es e c u lt ur e . I n th e l as t s e ve n ye a r s , t he pr o gr am has ex p a n de d to inc l ud e s t u d yi n g S p an is h, Ar ab ic , P or t u gu es e an d tr a ve l i n g t o Af r ic a, Eur o pe a n d S ou t h Am er ic a. T h e pr o gr a m has thr e e c om po ne nts — c o ll e ge r e ad i n es s , la ng u ag e an d c u l tur e , a n d f in anc i a l l it er ac y an d i s d el i v er ed i n t hr e e p h as es o ver a o n e- ye ar p er io d. S tu d e nts r e pr es e nt DC pu b l ic a n d p u bl ic c ha r ter s c h oo ls an d a l l e ig ht war ds . A p pr ox im at e l y 9 5 % of G S F Sc ho l ar s at te n d c o l l eg e a n d m os t e v e n s e i ze t h e op p or t u n it y t o m ak e t r a ve l i n g a br o a d c r i t ic a l to th e ir m atr ic u la t io n .
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