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Old Age Ain’t No Place for Whimps By: Jazz Paz
How old are you? How old do you feel? There is no greater variety among any people than among old people, according to Doctor Rosanne Leipzig, 72, vice chair for education at the Brookdale Department of Geriatrics and Palliative Medicine at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York. In her book Honest Aging: An Insider’s Guide to the Second Half of Life, she describes how people in their sixth and seventh decades often experience very different states of health. Others, including researchers from the University of Southern California’s Davis School of Gerontology have found people of different races age differently from one another. They contend that based on cholesterol, blood pressure, their smoking history, weight and other clinical measurements,
Blacks average about three years older than whites with the same birthday in their “biological” (as opposed to date of birth) ages. Their findings mimic other studies indicating that Black people are exposed to more environmental, behavioral, and mental health factors that promote the speed of the aging process, and persons who age fastest have the highest risk of lower life expectancy.” Differences in biological ages predict increased incidents of cardiovascular and cancer deaths among blacks. They also noted that Blacks suffer more discrimination, less economic security and often live in less safe neighborhoods, where high quality food is more expensive and difficult to source than cheap, unhealthy fast food.
Old Age on pg. 3
Dr. Deavra Daughtry Dear Members of ITWLA, on behalf of ITWLA’s governing boards, we are delighted to announce the election of Dr. Deavra Daughtry as Chairwoman of the International Third World Leaders Association (ITWLA), as of June 2023. Dr. Deavra Daughtry, a pioneering business mogul and accomplished real estate developer, has assumed the role of Chairwoman at ITWLA, an organization with a distinguished 37-year history. This significant announcement aligns perfectly with ITWLA’s anniversary, marking not only a celebration of the organization’s legacy but also a major milestone in Dr. Daughtry’s illustrious career. Daughtry on pg. 4
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A Revival of God
Consciousness Bobby Mills, Phd
Black Men, Be A Man! The Bible emphatically tells us blessed is the man who does not walk in the counsel of the ungodly, because he spiritually knows that man cannot live by bread alone. Thus, a real man lives by the unadulterated truth of God, not by the lies of the devil. In fact, we must ask the spiritual socio-economic question: when will Black men cease being the White Man’s whore? Unfortunately, too many Black males have made a deal with the ungodly. Of course, the ungodly agree with the devil regardless of race, creed, or color. Ice freezes at 32 degrees, but apparently some Black men believe that there is such a thing as White-Ice, even though water freezes at 32 degrees. Therefore, there is no such thing as White or Black Ice. For example, Judas one of the twelve disciples who witnessed the Godly power of Jesus through miracles, and he knew who Jesus was. Judas was one of the twelve disciples, and he desired that Jesus use his divine powers to destroy the Romans, but Judas destroyed himself by committing suicide, hanging himself. The point is that there are always Judases of every race, color or creed who are willing to betray themselves as well as others, but know this, the price-tag for betrayal is always too high. Therefore, Black men cease being
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EDITORIAL Judases, betraying yourself and the Black community. Twenty-first century Judas’s exist in every facet of life in the Black experience in our homes, religious institutions, educational institutions, and civic institutions. Hence, we must spiritually be attuned to recognizing the wilds of the devil in ungodly men, because men must be spiritual vessels of God thorough His Truth, not the devil’s lies: “Wherefore putting away lying, speak every man truth with his neighbor: for we are members one of another.” (Ephesians 4: 25). Black men, be what you are, and do not desire to become something that you are not. Break the chains and be a man! America, especially Black men do not seek to fight the spirit of the devil, because human beings cannot fight the evil spirit of the devil. God has already fought the battle, the victory is won, and we can become recipients of God’s truth, grace, and mercy. Thank you, Lord. Black people let’s cease becoming children of any and every whim and wind that blows in, blows up, blows out, and takes us out. Therefore, Black men, we must be spiritual men of God, anchored in God’s eternal truth that a man is a man, and a woman is woman. When we were in The Garden of Eden, and without sin, we allowed a snake to betray us. In twenty-first century, America, we have a whole lot of two-legged snakes walking around seeking who they might bite, devour, and destroy. For more visit aframnews.com
Home Wasn’t Built in a Day
By: Jazz Pazz
Houston is gentrifying more quickly than the other Texas cities, and four predominantly Black neighborhoods, the Fifth and Third Wards, and Independence Heights and Sunnyside, are becoming proportionally more Hispanic and whiter. In the 1800s the Third Ward was what architectural historian Stephen Fox referred to as “the elite neighborhood of late 19th-century Houston, a silk-stocking neighborhood of Victorian-era homes” where whites lived in the lower part of Third Ward, and African Americans were segregated in shotgun shacks north of Truxillo Street with Alabama Street being the dividing line between the black and white areas. Now Emancipation Avenue is the street widely viewed as the center of Houston’s music culture, the “main street of Black Houston.” Third Ward is home to some of the most celebrated African American artists, activists, educators, and leaders. John Biggers, George Floyd, and Sam “Lightnin’” Hopkins all spent time in “The ‘Tre”. In 1970, Carl Hampton, one of America’s most dynamic and influential young Black civil rights leaders was assassinated by HPD in Third Ward for providing decent clothing and food on behalf of the People’s Party II the community members whose had basic needs were unmet. Beyoncé is from the Third Ward area and it’s featured in her music video No Angel. Her Drunk in Love and Pretty Hurts singles are remembrances of her neighborhood.
Houston rappers often reference Third Ward in their lyrics. Rapper Drake also publicizes the Third Ward as his adopted home in his music. “Know I do this [expletive] for Third Ward already/ Know I do this [expletive] for H-town already.” Some of the old Third Ward churches still call back members who now live in Missouri City and other suburbs. The Trinity United Methodist Church, which began in 1848, is the oldest African American church congregation in the City of Houston. In 1910 the construction of Union Station caused the “residential character of the area to deteriorate” according to Ralph Bivens of the Houston Chronicle. The area “began a long downward slide toward the skid row of the 1990s.” In 1938 Cuney Homes, a public housing complex, opened across from Texas Southern University. It was updated in 1997. In 2004 Third Ward had the most “you buy, we fry” fish restaurants in the City of Houston. Gentrification in the historic Third Ward began in 2016 when Highway 288 claimed that too many Black-owned homes were in its way and so were condemned. Other changes to a neighborhood evolve when younger, more affluent residents move in and begin or attract businesses where resources were previously non-existent or scarce. For more visit aframnews.com
GREATER HOUSTON EDITION Old Age Cont. Many of these areas have high concentrations of air pollution and scarce recreational exercise opportunities. All these considerations suggest why a majority of those in the Black population may be aging faster than the white population in the U.S. Even so, Dr. Leipzig wants her readers to be aware of the things that we can do to adapt to our new normal as we age and have an enjoyable, engaged, meaningful life even in spite of our changing, aging bodies. In particular she reminds her readers that “Older adults process information more slowly and work harder to learn new information.” She advises against
multitasking as reaction times grow slower. She acknowledges that over time challenges with words are typical and do not necessarily mean the onset of dementia. Acute mental changes caused by medications and illness can be common, so she urges swift medical attention if there are sudden changes in functioning. At each office visit have your doctor review your medications, including those that you may have taken for years, and explain why each is needed, whether the doses are still appropriate and whether any should be discontinued. Other worrisome but not dementiarelated fluctuations of aging include diminished eyesight and hearing loss. Seniors increasingly need
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more light to read and recognize outlines or determine the variance of colors than in their youth. Because of alterations of hair cells in the ears, it becomes harder for seniors to hear and understand speech, especially in noisy environments. As we grow older our spines shorten. This causes balance struggles and weakened muscles, and falls are more debilitating since fractures in the elderly are more serious due to the dwindling strength of our bones. Still, she counsels her patients to remain as physically active as possible, especially with regular resistance and balance exercises. For more visit aframnews.com
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the newly elected Chairwoman of ITWLA, Dr. Daughtry is ready to steer the organization toward a future shaped by visionary principles and innovative leadership Established as a global community of leaders from diverse disciplines, ITWLA serves as a beacon of inspiration, education, professional development, technical training, and a platform for accountability and networking for thousands. The organization has a distinguished history of cultivating leaders and entrepreneurs, equipping them with the tools and training necessary to make a significant impact in both for-profit and not-
November 3, 2023 for-profit industries. This support aims to transform mindsets and empower individuals to become global agents of change. The organization’s core values-Leadership, Integrity, Unity, Diversity, Education and Trainingunderscore its commitment to fostering growth and development among leaders across the globe. Under the visionary leadership of its late founder, Dr. Myles Munroe, who served as a revered mentor to Dr. Deavra Daughtry during her 15-year tenure as VP of Business Affairs. ITWLA prospered and thrived. Now, as Dr. Daughtry takes the helm, she carries forward the legacy of her mentor
while charting a visionary path for the organization’s future. Dr. Deavra Daughtry, an entrepreneurial luminary and community leader from Houston, Texas, now leads ITWLA into its next chapter. As the President and CEO of Excellent Care Management {ECM), one of the nation’s largest personal inhome care agencies, she has not only created jobs but also provided training to over 20,000 employees. Or. Daughtry is also the Founder of the Texas Women’s Empowerment Foundation (TWEF), a non-profit organization established in 2003 with a mission to empower Houston communities. Her dedication to entrepreneurship
extends to a diverse portfolio of familyowned and operated businesses, including Soul Fit Grill, Sweetwater Farms, Purpose to Blessings Productions, and Dr. Daughtry Connect Group Development Company. Dr. Daughtry’s expertise is not confined to business leadership; she has also authored several influential books, including “Purpose to Blessings,” “Deavra’s Million Dollar Secrets: 14 Proven Steps Guiding You to a Fulfilled Life,” and “Yes, You Can Make It.”. Furthermore, Dr. Daughtry is a graduate of Harvard Business School and has also received honorary Doctor of Divinity and Doctor of Humane
GREATER HOUSTON EDITION Letters degrees from Logos University. In her role as Chairwoman, Dr. Daughtry envisions a future where ITWLA continues to embody its foundational principles of Leadership, Integrity, Unity, Diversity, Education and Training. She reflects on her election saying, “I am deeply humbled and honored to be the Chairwoman of ITWLA, an organization with a storied 37-year history. I look forward to embracing this purpose assignment, where I am committed to not only continuing the legacy but also shaping the next generation of leaders, forging a path towards a more connected and empowered world.”
ITWLA is set to host a thoughtprovoking Global Leadership Forum titled ‘Leadership Determines Everything: Celebrating 37 Years of ITWLA Past, Present, and Future.’ The forum will provide a platform for ITWLA board members and members worldwide to engage in a dynamic conversation about the organization’s journey, achievements, and visionary path forward. This virtual global leadership forum is scheduled for November 4, 2023. Sincerely, Sheena Pinder Executive Director of ITWLA
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Let’s make Houston happen! PLEDGE to HOUSTON We All Love Houston. Houston should be in the same breath of the great cities in the World. To get there, we must get on the right track, together. As Mayor, I pledge to complete or initiate the following reforms within the first 100 days. Join me to MAKE HOUSTON HAPPEN! 1.CRIME Expand community policing to improve response time. Increase civilian employees to free up officers for neighborhood engagement. Improve Law enforcement coordination among jurisdictions. 2.TRANSPARENCY Place the city’s past 8 years check registry online. Conduct an audit of the City’s Housing Department to address concerns of corruption. Conduct an audit of the City’s Health Department to address issues surrounding the FBI raid. 3.INFRASTRUCTURE Implement improvements to the city’s water system. Fix potholes effectively on the first attempt. Spend drainage fee money on drainage projects. 4.FINANCES Institute financial best practices, write off worthless assets and avoid structural deficits. 5.QUALITY OF LIFE FOR ALL HOUSTONIANS Address affordable housing challenges in Houston. Collaborate with local groups regarding stray animals. Evaluate recent car lane eliminations to prevent future traffic nightmares. Increase fines NOW for illegal dumping. Audit the recycling program to make sure the trash gets where it is supposed to go. 6.REPAIR GOVERNMENT RELATIONS Implement the will of the voters by entering into arbitration with the Houston Firefighters. Improve relations between Austin and Houston. Engage with TEA to understand the pathway for HISD’s success. 7.MAKE CITY HALL WORK FOR EVERYONE Place reasonable Council Member Requests on the Council Agenda. Streamline the permitting process and adopt market-based pricing. Ensure a FAIR procurement process so insider influence is eliminated. Consolidate city departments to eliminate redundancies and improve efficiencies. Make board appointments easier and eliminate conflicts.
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