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The history between America and Cuba have been intertwined for decades. In the 19th Century four US presidents tried to buy Cuba from its colonial masterSpain. Presidents and gangsters made Havana a playground in the 1950’s during which time the American corporation United

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ith the removal of the travel restrictions for Americans wanting to travel to Cuba there be a rush to discover the charm of the once forbidden island. Cuba, to many, will be seen as a land and a people trapped in a time warp for decades; from the classic vintage American cars that were imported before the trade embargo, to the buildings that have stood the test of time and maintain the true character of the old classic Cuba. Havana is divided between new and old by the stately boulevard that runs past El Capitolio. The El Capitolio was actually constructed to be an almost exact replica of the Washington Capital.

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L I F E S T Y L E Life and the Transition

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enhance my understanding further than anticipated. I attribute this to my heritage and upbringing.

My family encouraged me to spend the first semester of my senior year participating in an Early Admission program at a local pubSam Roberts, lic university, with high hopes that I would surpass my peers. My Publisher honest opinion is that I did, however not academically. I learned more in regards to myself than I could have in any textbook or from any lecture. I learned what I wanted in a university, what I By Sameul Roberts wanted to avoid, and how I needed to adapt for college. It was the here were many issues, experiences and perspectives that ultimate learning experience, and although I admittedly did not I wanted to write about this month as part of my edito- do as well as I had expected, I now know what I need to do differrial but as I wrote the article about Cuba and the poten- ently. This was a semester unlike any other, because never before tial changes that might take place with had I performed so poorly, but not even for a secthe lessening of the travel restrictions reond do I regret taking this opportunity. It is not moved by President Obama, I stopped my belief that a person’s life should be spent with and read the article written by my daughtheir nose inches deep in textbooks and eyes weak ter as she prepares to go off to college. from staring at a computer screen, when there is a world of experience available to us. Learning is Over the last few days many of the children who essential, but what is knowledge without the wisgrew up under our watch; the kids I coached to dom of how to apply it? play soccer for 4 to 5 years along with my kids. The non-Caribbean kids who we introduced to When we learn, we grow, we change, and we our culture, our food, our way of life and our evolve. When we learn, we see things in a whole ‘broughtupsey’ (English translation – the way we new light and it’s not because the subject matter were raised or brought up in our community); has changed, it’s because we have. As we gain showing respect by calling adults Uncle or Aunt. knowledge we gain perspective and understandWe have watched these kids mature into young ing that can be applied to all aspects of life. I look ladies and young men, we watched them develop to my future college, the University of Florida, to their individual personalities. As many of them light the way for my own path of learning, quesprepare to leave for college and move out on their tioning, and empowerment, a path that is own, away from home for the first time, they inunique to me and reflects not only where I am dividually and, in some cases, collectively stopped going but where I come from. by to say good bye and it was and has been a bitter sweet feeling. We’re sad to see them leave As I begin my journey, I must shed light on the and move on to the next chapter in their lives Aleia Roberts things that have made all of this possible. I would but we are happy at the opportunities that lie before them……with that said and the title of my editorial “Life like to thank, first and foremost my parents for all that they have and Transition; I hereby give you the article written by my daugh- done for me. Next, the rest of my family, for maintaining expectater as she prepares to leave for the University of Florida. tions that were ALMOST too high, so that I was pushed to do my best. Finally, the Caribbean and Floridian Association (CAFA) and the TrinBago Association of Central Florida for their scholarships. Both organizations have served as inspirations for me to reach my goals, while simultaneously making those goals possible.

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By Aleia Roberts My grandfather possesses, as many Caribbean people seem to in their old age, an innumerable accumulation of old proverbs. Throughout my life, the majority of his comments seemed outdated and trivial; but as I grew older they developed into thoughtful lessons that he expected me to utilize when faced with difficult decisions. As I began my junior year of high school and the prospect of college became increasingly evident, he told me “when yuh dead yuh nah sabee, an’ when yuh sabee yuh dead.” In a more fathomable translation, this tells us that we spend an entire lifetime trying to gain knowledge and understanding, and when it seems as though we finally have it all, we’re dead. This can indubitably be interpreted as cynical, but to me the meaning goes far beyond the gloom and helplessness that would likely be construed from this proverb. I agree that learning is something that is spread over a lifetime, and that we cannot achieve full understanding until the moment we die when there is no more that we, as limited individuals, can learn. This is not a bad thing. We spend our entire lives chasing knowledge, and through this we attain more than we probably plan to. When I am on the verge of an answer to a question and a new factor is introduced, suddenly the question is altered or more questions are added. The more I know, the more I crave to learn. Questions such as “how?” and “why?” pervade my mind the minute I learn something new, and it enables me to

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Letters to My Lawyer™ Dual Citizenship for Children

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choice, and with the intention to give up U.S. citizenship. Intent can be shown by the person’s statements or conduct. For example, in order to become a naturalized citizen of the US, you will be required to sign a statement acknowledging that you “renounce and abjure all allegiance and fidelity to any foreign prince, potentate, state, or sovereignty, of whom or which I have heretofore been a subject or citizen. Therefore, it is arguable that once you become a naturalized US citizen, you have given up all prior citizenship. However, the U.S. in practice does not require naturalized citizens to take any steps to formally renounce their citizenship in foreign territories. Nor will the government stop US citizens from becoming citizens of foreign countries.

My children were born in the US. However, I am a Canadian national and would like to apply for Canadian citizenship on their behalf. If I apply for Canadian citizenship will my children be dual citizens of the US and Canada or will they have to give up their US citizenship?

The U.S. Government recognizes that dual nationality exists but does not encourage it as a matter of policy. Dual nationals owe allegiance to both the U.S. and the foreign country and they are required to obey the laws of both countries. Most notably, use of the foreign passport does not endanger U.S. citizenship.

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Work Permits for Certain DACA-Dreamers Must be Returned return the invalid EAD without good cause may affect your deferred action and employment authorization.”

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If you are unsure if you need to return your work permit, please use this on-line tool to determine if you need to return your work permit: https://my.uscis.gov/daca_ead

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Antigua and Barbuda Carnival The Caribbean’s Greatest Summer Festival

By Sandra Fatmi ntigua & Barbuda’s Carnival is considered by many to be the greatest Caribbean Summer Festival; this year, the Caribbean American Passport was able to experience the Carnival that we had heard about, prior to them getting ready for their biggest show yet as they celebrate their 60th year in 2016. Spectacular! Festive! Exciting! Safe! Antigua and Barbuda’s celebration of Carnival coincides with the celebration of Emancipation and lasts from July 25th to August 4th 2015 with a lineup that showcases all aspects of carnival - the people, music, mas and steelpan. Friday, July 24th was the Glow Parade Ceremony – Night of Stars. Saturday, July 25th was the Opening Ceremony at the ARG and T-shirt Mas. Sunday, July 26th JCI Antigua (formally known as Antigua Junior Chamber) was held for the first time on a Sunday (July 26th) and produces the Annual Jaycees Caribbean Queen Show.

Monday, August 3rd, J’ouvert morning…with no sleep, I was already aware that my eyes would open fully, once I got there, but in no way was I prepared for more than half the islands 91,000 plus in attendance. I got there shortly after 3:00 am when J’ouvert started and couldn’t believe the sea of people that was there before me in their bright colors playing t-shirt mas with various troupes. The crowd was controlled, the music was pumping, the camaraderie was like no other, and one that I won’t ever forget. I’ve attended several J’ouvert’s from New York to Jamaica, and this was by far the best one yet. J’ouvert ended at approximately 10:30 am, and I know you won’t believe it, but I was bright

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eyed, and ready to rock and roll. We could not wait to see the beautiful costumes on Carnival Tuesday, and once again we were not disappointed.

Tuesday July 28th was the All Inclusive Fete which showcased artists like

Tuesday, August 4th, Carnival Tuesday, I’m not sure if it’s the same sea of people that Minister Green and members of the National Festival Commission, were in attendance Tourism and Overseas Media J’ouvert morning, but Beenie Man and QQ. I’ll tell you, half the island showed up to participate and cheer the parade participants, as well as ride on the trucks in the paWednesday, July 29th was rade. Many of Antigua’s soca artistes from Ricardo Drue to Menthe Liat/Wadadli Face Off – ace and Claudette Peters were entertaining along the route. This A showcase of Regional and was a true Jam session from Menace singing ‘Don’t bring Sand to Local Bands. the beach’, to Boasta’s – Ole time something and Ricardo Drue’s – Professional. Numerous attendees could be heard openly saying Thursday, July 30th was the “I have never seen so many people before.” By Tuesday night, I staging of the Children’s thought the crowd would have started to lessen, but not at all, Carnival, another notable they jammed all night and enjoyed last lap with fun until the change in this year’s end, and signed off at midnight as mandated. John Beckford Miami-Broward One Lineup. Children’s Carnival Carnival Committee & Donald Johnson is another traditional festiv- Wow! Antigua and Barbuda you put on an amazing week of ity during the season that allows children from all over the events. In everything that we do, leadership is key. I think Peisland represent their schools mas groups in unforgettable fun. ter Ferdinand Drucker (an Austrian born American management consultant, educator, and author, whose writings conFriday, July 31st the ACB Panorama Competition was held at tributed to the philosophical and practical foundations of the Carnival City and began at 9:00pm. modern business corporation) famously stated that management is doing things right. Leadership is doing the right things, The minute a band took the stage the focus was on that act, and that means having a zest for change – A huge congratulathe children and the performance. The music was actually tions to Honorable E. P. Chet Greene -Minister of Trade, Complayed first, and then the band played the song, the perfor- merce & Industry, Sports, Culture and National Festivals – You mances were entertaining. left a stamp on this year’s carnival. The changes were evident and yielded the desired results. Chairman Cliff Williams, MarSaturday, August 1st Emancipation Day started with a church keting and Public Relations Managing Director Roger Perry and service, followed by a program that highlighted the Spiritual the Festivals Commission – Job well done, the idea of promotreflection and the names of the 1736 rebellion. In attendance ing the Carnival within the diaspora, partnering with the Miwas the Prime Minister the Honorable Gaston Brown, Minis- ami-Broward Carnival, and engaging with those who currently ter E.P. Chet Greene gave the address, Miss Asha Frank, Ms. attend Carnivals in Miami, Atlanta and New York is a very Antigua & Barbuda, as well as 15 year old Shaveesa Gasper, smart move. winner of the first ever teenage explosion, participated in the parade. Later that evening, the high energy Party Monarch As a guest of the government and festival commission of Antigua competition took place. and Barbuda, I would be remiss if I did not talk about the warmth of the people, from the airport to the hotel to the venue (kudos Sunday, August 2nd, was the WIB Calypso Monarch competi- to Donald, Eric and Marvin). You would not be disappointed tion with catchy political narratives. — Continued on page 14 —

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BAKRNAL IN THE COUNTRY istory is not unique in repeating itself. Hysteria does as well. In thinking about the mass exodus from Port-of-Spain on Friday July 24th, the rumours about police stations being attacked, and the sense of blind panic that caused gridlock in north Trinidad, it seems so reminiscent of old times.

McElhone, a reporter with the Washington Post, tagged “kissing bugs” as the main culprits behind an increasing number of suspected insect bites on people’s lips. He wrote a sensational story about how the victims had been “badly poisoned” and how the kissing bugs were threatening to start a new plague. No kissing bug was ever caught and the panic was deemed a “newspaper epidemic”.

When I was young and we had no Facebook, Twitter and cellphones to help to create instant panic, there was the rumour In 1991, after Abu Bakr and the Musilmeen were jailed, a few of the “Green Face” man. Then there was the person who sup- prisoners escaped from the Carrera prison and immediately posedly went around with a razor removing hair from women’s there was panic because people thought it was Bakr and his pubic areas. I still remember men with sticks and cutlasses, egged on by their women who blushingly shivered at the thought of the bushwhacker, protecting their communities from the “shaver-man”.

“Mass hysteria can hit almost anywhere, so long as there is a group of people ready to fall into a collective delusion. While it’s easy to look back in hindsight and laugh at the whole thing, it’s an entirely different world for those involved.”

This kind of senseless crowd response is not new. What is a bit different is that in Trinidad it gripped almost the entire population for a short while and was triggered by an event that was blown out of proportion by a lack of information, misinformation, media irresponsibility and speculation. While many examples of hysteria occur in closed communities, this one seemed to have temporarily addled the brains of the majority of people in Trinidad.

According to the LISTVERSE website, “Mass hysteria can hit almost anywhere, so long as there is a group of people ready to fall into a collective delusion. While it’s easy to look back in hindsight and laugh at the whole thing, it’s an entirely different world for those involved.”

boys back on the rampage. I was Chief Information Officer at the time and after vainly trying for a long time to locate some public officials, eventually got through to a prison officer who clarified the situation and I was able to make a statement that helped to calm down the situation. What Frantic Friday proved is that we still have a “Green Face Man” and that our fears of Bakr and his gang continue to run very deep. I don’t mind Manning giving him the land in Mucurapo, just don’t give him a razor.

In the late 1780s in France, just as the Revolution started, a rumour went around that the French aristocrats were sending brigands to plunder the villages and fields. The reaction by villagers was so extreme that it contributed to the massive changes in the social order that the Revolution inspired. In Uttar Pradesh (the part of India from which many of our immigrants came) there was the “muhnochwa,” or “face scratcher,” who was said to leave burn or scratch marks on the faces and extremities of its victims. Some people believed that it was a drone from their enemy, Pakistan. According to LISTVERSE, “Villagers formed vigilante groups and rioted against what they believed was the lack of police protection. The unrest became so pervasive that the national government had to step in and send agents to investigate the case.” In Malaysia and Indonesia there was the rumour that the Government was paying bandits to cut off people’s heads for use as cornerstones in buildings. At the turn of the 20th Century, the “kissing bug” struck the United States. James

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The Urban Advisor National Urban League Conference 2015 By Nouchelle Hastings

for change – and that it must start today”.

Martin O’Malley approached the stage in a careful manner, his timing just two weeks after he said “All lives matter” in response to #BlackLivesMatter protesters, a comment that drew heavy criticism. He acknowledged racial disparities in the U.S. criminal justice system while speaking broadly, if vaguely, about justice for all. “How can we save lives? - Racism and the justice system have always been painfully intertwined in America. How many individuals, like Sandra Bland, have been Former Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton, Sen. Bernie subject to abusive arrest when the cameras were not on?” he asked. “How many Walter Scotts have been savagely shot Sanders, former Maryland Gov. down? ... How many names do we not know?” Martin O’Malley, retired neurosurgeon Ben Carson, and Among the honorees at the Whitney M. Young Awards Gala former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush were Ambassador Andrew Young, attorney Benjamin Crump, spoke to nearly 4,000 Conferand radio host and philanthropist Tom Joyner. ence attendees - sending a strong signal that they are takDignitaries and thought leaders such as U.S. Education Secreing seriously the challenges factary Arne Duncan, U.S. Transportaing urban American and comtion Secretary Anthony Fox, Rev. Al munities of color. Hillary Rodham Sharpton, Essence Editor Emeritus SuClinton san L. Taylor - as well as U.S. Housing The Conference, “Save Our Citand Urban Development Secretary ies: Education, Jobs & Justice,” Julian Castro, environmental and took place as the country is excivil rights advocate Van Jones and periencing possibly the most inMinority Business Development tense focus in decades on economic inequality, educational eqAgency Director Alejandra Y. Castillo uity and racial justice. The Conference’s workshops, panel dis- inspired and informed all of the sumcussions and policy sessions centered on the Urban League mits especially the Youth Summit. Movement’s agenda to address the challenges of unemployment, educational inequity, and social injustice. Dr. Ben Carson As the President of the Guild, I was there (2008) in the power moment Dr. Ben Carson spoke about his of then Senator, now President background and his upbringing Barack Obama and I asked NUL and how social and governmenPresident Marc Morial what’s the tal support helped him and his impact of each presidential candidate who takes the time mother. He says “I never said that to address our world through the portal of the National I would do away with the welfare Urban League. I am assured that the National Urban system; the system needs attenLeague one of the nation’s oldest and top civil rights orgation. I believe that everyone needs nization will continue to raise a ladder up”. He says with his awareness of issues that plague background he understands more the system and put the candiSen. Bernie Sanders about how the brain works and dates on a platform where the thinks and he will bring his life world especially our people can long career experience into the hear and be heard. “These canoffice to administer true change. didates are not going to take us for granted nor ignore us and the Hillary Clinton, a new grandmother appealed to the women. constituency of the Urban She softened the audience up with sharing of the joy she and League, the African American her family share over this new baby; that the grandbaby has Gov. communities of color. To have opened her eyes to the reality of the world’s current situation. Martin them here addressing racial jusShe spoke on equal pay for women and other things she as a O’Malley tice issues, police violence and woman could identify with. When speaking about the recent criminal justice voting rights is trend ‘Black Lives Matter’ she said, “I’m not saying anything you don’t already know. You understand this better than I do, a watershed moment for this campaign because these isbetter than anyone. But I want to say it anyway because I’m sues have not been fully aired – this is the beginning to planning to be president, and anyone who seeks that office has getting these issues addressed and the conversation of what the next president is going to be about”. National Urban a responsibility to say it.” League President, Marc Morial. Former Florida governor Jeb Bush is known to have a history with the Urban League, nearly 20 years ago, he partnered with Two of my favorite women bestowed the stage during the same the Urban League’s Miami chapter to create the state’s first session and that was DNC Chair Rep. Debbie Wasserman Shultz charter school. This was what he had to say about the racial and our beloved National CARES Mentoring Movement disparity and current situation “And together, we got it done, Founder and Editor in Chief Emeritus Essence, Susan L. Taylor that first year, 90 black children in Liberty City began their both who spoke directly from their souls and brought the room journey toward success. And the day that school opened was to a new level of thinking and calls to action. one of the happiest, proudest moments of my life.” He also took the opportunity to share that fourteen years ago, when The National Urban League deserves thunderous applause for the question was whether to keep the Confederate flag on the the outline and excellence of this conference. To sum it up is to grounds of the Florida State Capitol, he said no and put it in a quote the unforgettable words – “Many people see this situation escalating, and I think it shows the frustration that many museum where it belongs. minority communities feel when they feel that, you know, Senator Bernie Sanders opened with a power quote. He quoted maybe it wouldn’t have escalated in a different community. I National Urban League’s President, Marc Morial “Few times in hope that that can bring this situation to light as well, so that our nation’s history is the conscience of its citizens shocked people understand the frustration that many minority memand awakened across racial, economic, generational, and even bers feel when they’re stopped by the police.” ideological lines. These are the times when the collective con– United States Attorney General Loretta Lynch, July 2015 sciousness of a people unapologetically screams that it’s time he eyes of the nation turned to Fort Lauderdale, as the 2015 National Urban League Conference put racial justice issues at the forefront of the Presidential race. In a lively, substantive discussion, five candidates from both major parties offered a glimpse into their vision for saving our cities and addressing inequities in education, jobs and justice.

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Mango’s Tropical Cafe is coming to Orlando! he Caribbean breeze is blowing in our direction. If you like to Mambo, Salsa, Reggae, Soca or even Kompa? Well wouldn’t it be nice if you could have it all in one place, I have great news; It is Coming! Mid fall, October 2015, International Dive will heat up with the opening of Mango’s Tropical Café. The ground has been broken, the concrete has been poured, and signage is in place. Mango’s is here. If you have been fortunate to visit the Miami location of Mango’s Tropical Cafe, then be pre-

pared to be impressed. The Orlando location will be four, yes I said four times the size of that popular Miami location. Meaning four times the space for partying, more space for events, more space for fun and all indoors under one roof. There is a lot planned for this location and other parts of International Drive in the near future.

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Caribbean American Passport was able to have a hard hat tour of Mango’s and to meet with the venue’s owner Joshua Wallack. He has plans for Mango’s Tropical Cafe

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Antigua & Barbuda Carnival, The Caribbean’s Greatest Summer Continued from page 8

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with the food – especially their national dish – Fungi & Pepperpot, the music, the beautiful beaches of which you have 365 to choose from. Our trip included a tour of the many tourist attractions, such as a trip to Nelson’s Dockyard, and if you enjoy the outdoors a zip through the rainforest. Antigua is a central point and Liat the Airline for the Caribbean is waiting to take you in any direction 30 minutes away to Barbados, Dominica, St. Kitts, St. Maarten or Monserrat so that you experience an amazing diversity of culture and scenery all in one trip. I encourage you to make your vacation plans around Antigua’s 2016 Carnival – I had an amazing time, and will be back next year to “The Caribbean’s Greatest Summer Festival.”

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Rihanna went home for Crop Over he may be one of the top-selling artists in the world. But Rihanna still hasn’t forgotten her roots. The 27year-old singer - born Robyn Rihanna Fenty - was back in her native Barbados as she took part in Jouvert and Crop Over. Barbados’ Crop Over Festival The Crop Over summer festival is Barbados’ Carnival festival. Its origins can be traced back to the 1780’s, a time when Barbados was the world’s largest producer of sugar. At the end of the sugar season, there was always a huge celebration to mark the culmination of another successful sugar cane harvest - the Crop Over celebration.

As the sugar industry in Barbados declined, so too did the Crop Over festival and in the 1940’s the festival was terminated completely. However, the festival was revived in 1974 and other elements of Barbadian culture were infused to create t h e e x t r a v a g a n z a t h a t e x i s t s t o d a y. Cropover’s revelry is serious business — its various activities pull thousands of visitors to Barbados, filling hotel rooms and guesthouses across the 430-square-kilometer island, generating an estimated $80 million dollars for its economy in 2014, according to the NCF. Cropover is also the engine that accelerates Barbados’ music industry into high gear, and the launching pad for many Barbadian (or Bajan) artists’ careers.

Above: Rihanna with her brother Rorrey Fenty at Foreday Morning Jump Up. On left: During the second part of his set at the Kensington Oval, Machel Montano surprised the audience by calling out Bajan Pop Superstar Rihanna who came on stage and performed her #BBHMM Bitch Better Have My Money hit which the crowd went crazy for. On right: “Hit the Floor” actor Rob Riley was in Barbados having fun. He was spotted posing it up with singer Charisse Mills. In the background is former “Real Housewives of Atlanta” star Claudia Jordan.

Caribana or Scotiabank Caribbean Carnival Toronto It’s not all just a name…people say there’s a definite difference.

t the beginning of August, there’s Caribana. Or rather, the Scotiabank Caribbean Carnival Toronto, which is its current legal name. The festival has been the subject of many arguments recently, but you cannot argue that it is one of the largest carnival-styled festival of its kind in North America, pumping over $438 million into Toronto annually according to a 2013 Ipsos Reid economic impact study. However the arguments are that it has become increasingly evident over the last decade that Caribana has been in need of rejuvenation. The Caribbean community has not been benefitting from the money generated in any tangible way.

ces, so it was easy for us to agree or agree to disagree to get things done. We produced Caribana to commemorate Expo 67, Canada’s 100th birthday celebration, and we started the festival to show the different Caribbean islands and their camaraderie. We had people from Trinidad, Jamaica, Guyana, Barbados, St. Vincent working on it. The uniqueness from each island stimulated many discussions around building Caribana into this cultural force that would support our community and enhance the wider city of Toronto. Initially we made sure that most of the islands were involved. We had Mighty Sparrow from Trinidad, Byron Lee from JaAccording to Dr. Maurice maica, Swinging Stars from Bygrave: Caribana coDominica. With limited refounder... Caribana actually sources we were prepared to Day Light Pool Party hosted by Lebron James at Cabana Poolbar started in 1966, that was when see the event through. Even we met and it took a year to plan the event. Most of us that met if our ability to fundraise for the event failed, we were comto begin Caribana were either colleagues or social acquaintan- mitted. That’s the spirit we had back in those days.

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The destination next door The untainted majesty of Caribbean & Latin culture Continued from page 1 Fruit Company practically ran Cuba. The magical and flamboyant relationship came to an end when Fidel Castro came down from the Sierra Maestra Mountains. Cuban leader Fidel Castro established the first communist state in the Western Hemisphere after leading an overthrow of the military dictatorship of Fulgencio Batista in 1959. He ruled over Cuba for nearly five decades, until handing off power to his younger brother RaĂşl in 2008. On December 17th 2014, President Barack Obama made a surprise announcement that the US would work to resume full

diplomatic relations with Cuba and thereby end the more than half a century long trade embargo. The doors for travel and movement between the US and Cuba are now open and change is coming. Change sometimes means

loss, a loss of the simplicity of old fashioned Cuba, a loss of the pristine beaches and untapped natural resources of Cuba. The road forward for the Cuban government will be a challenging one; how do you maintain the historic beauty, the markets, the beaches, the streets, the buildings and in many ways the simplicity of local live while embracing the capitalism and economic opportunity and development that America will bring. In Mariel, a port city a half an hour west of Havana, bulldozers are creating a massive free-port zone. With President Raul Castro controlling the reins of engagement and development his words that are printed on large billboards clearly state â&#x20AC;&#x153;Every step that we take should be accompanied by establishing a climate of order, discipline and excellence.â&#x20AC;? I look forward to visiting Cuba in the near future before too many changes take place that may compromise the natural and simple things that make Cuba Cuba.

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By Kamal Abdool uring the Republican Debate on August 6th 2015, Wisconsin Governor stated that as President he would not approve of abortions even when the mother’s life is in danger or if the pregnancy occurred as a result of Rape or Incest. This is frightening. Even more frightening is the other nine Candidates on the stage did not rebut his position and therefore it is fair to say that’s the Republican Party position.

Dear Readers, if your religion forbids you to have an abortion, then don’t. I will never ask you to compromise your religious beliefs. Neither do I expect the Church to sanction abortion. In fact, I expect the Church to speak out against having an abortion. The key is keeping your beliefs within the confines of the Home and Church. The Government has to cater to everyone including those who do not suscribe to any religion. I wish no woman ever had to abort but we both know that’s wishful thinking.

Republicans justify their position by referencing the Bible totally ignoring the fact that the Bible is not the law of the So what has to happen so having an abortion is never an island. They love to voice that women use abortions as a sue. Obviously if a woman’s life is in danger, a decision has to method of birth control. Now I don’t know about you but be made. That’s a decision for the woman and her doctor. No I’ve never met a woman whose method of birth control is abortion. And if you do, you’re hanging out with the wrong women.

Republicans justify their position by referencing the Bible totally ignoring the fact that the Bible is not the law of the land.

I’m a firm believer that Religion must be kept within the Church and the Home and out of the Public Square. Regardless of what the Far Right express, the Founding Fathers were very clear on Separation of Church and State with the intent of protecting the State from Religion. History is full of examples where the early settlers in the New World were running away from Religious Domination and Persecution.

one else, no Church and certainly no political party. Next Educate. The time and money Republicans spend with their antiabortion campaign and their resentment towards Plan Parenthood - Spend that money educating Men and Women and abortion won’t be an issue. So why is this not done on a larger America was going to be different - In an era of Kings and scale. You see educating those who lack the knowledge and Queens, the idea of Government of the People, By the People generally the poor won’t grab headlines and thus the Base is and For the People was a novelty doom to failure. The young not stirred up to vote. nation proved all and sundry wrong and America grew to beHere’s a novel idea, make the men pay for the abortion. You come the greatest Economic and Military Power on Earth. can’t pay because you don’t have the money, No Problem. Work off the cost in Community Camps producing agricultural products. You thought George W. Bush did not know when to pull out of Iraq, implement this law and men will fall in line pulling out faster than you can remove the coupons from the Sunday Paper. Folks I’m telling you, the Community Camps will solve two major challenges. Schools will have access to natural and nutritious food for their Lunch Program and Abortions will no longer be an issue.

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Fit Like a Ras By Jeremy Roberts - NASM

Abs All Day, Every Day h tink ah did point out before dat de stomach area is practically de mos’ important part fuh LGN (lookin’ Good Naked). Once a man got a rippling 6-pack, or a woman got a nice flat stomach (6-packs good too, at leas’ fuh me!), it almos’ don’ matter wha’ de res’ look like.

at de urinal, same ting. Anytime yuh upright, do it. Researchers say that most highly trained people are in a constant state of muscular tension, so they’re always slightly flexing their abs. You do the same.

Lying down, of course, is obvious: just hold de position, almost exactly like a real plank. Yuh could do it pon uh side, But how fuh get yuh stomach area fuh look like dat? Trus’ me, it ain’ easy. Step 1: have good genetics! Some people belly or back. just naturally got tight skin, and as soon as dey lose lil fat, de 6-pack poppin’. Some a we does struggle wid all kinda Honestly, I don’ know bout any research into dis. I never even see trainin’ and diet and still could only get to a 4 or 5-pack. anybody else recommend it. Is jus a ting I do, and I tink it mek sense. Try it fuh Step 2: eat right. Yuh gotta get down yuhself and see to about 9% body whuh happen. fat or less, is de general rule (fuh Wuk up. men) before yuh could see a 6. How GT Dread is an hard is it to get to NASM CPT, who competes in Masters Track, Field Hockey and 9%? Very! Step 3: ab specific training. The abdominal wall is a set a muscles, just like any other, so it will respond to Weightlifting. He can be contacted at fitlikearas@gmail.com training. You just gotta find the type of work that you need to do to get tings to where you want them.

“How can I do ab/core exercises all day long, an I ain’t even going to de gym?”

But ah know: nuff a we ain’t close to getting a 6-pack at all. All we trying to do is bring the gut under some sort a control. Mos’ times, when people go to the gym, dey leave “abs” fuh last, and when it getting tight on time, dey might even drop it. I know – dat’s how I used to do it! I made a big change in train- By Naomi Gayle ing and had core exercises as part of the workout, so at the “rest” periods between sets, I would do some kinda core work. I On right: Veronica Dixon serving at the One would highly recommend that, and nowadays I see a lot of Love International Picnic odda gym folks doing the same thing. she coordinates to celebrate Jamaica’s But what if yuh not getting’ to de gym regular? Does it mean Independence Opening. you doomed to a big gut? Not necessarily. As you might have guessed from de column title, I feel you could – in fact should – Below: Opening of Jamaican, be doing ab/core exercises all day, every day. “But Dread” yuh Kenneth Harris Exhibition might seh “How can I do ab/core exercises all day long, an I For the Love of Art at ain’t even going to de gym?”. Well, I glad yuh aks. Gateway Center of the Arts, Debary, Florida. July 26 - September 18, 2015 I suspect mos a y’all familiar with the exercise called the plank (if not, see a demo here: http://www.wikihow.com/ Perform-the-Plank-Exercise). Essentially, this just requires you to hold the body “tight” for as long as you can. Well, you can do the same ting sitting, standing or even lying down. Tek for example, yuh drive to wuk. Instead of slouching in the seat, sit up as straight as possible, hold yuh shoulders back hard, pull in de belly and check de time. Yuh could count if yuh feel like yuh can keep track. Hold dat fuh as long as yuh can, then release, then do it again. Keep doing it as much as you remember, whenever yuh don’t feel like yuh will look too weird. Obviously, yuh could do dis whenever yuh sittin’ down.

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What is your voice? “marriages between homosexuals,” measured at 60 percent this year, was just 27 percent when Gallup first asked the question in 1996. But that didn’t happen organically. http:// www.theatlantic.com/politics/archive/2015/07/gay-marriagesupreme-court-politics-activism/397052/

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ecently several issues became major topic of discussion in the media and the question came up as to how they became so important. The answer I came up with is that the people who shared their opinion made their voices heard. Their words became action. Caribbean American Passport Magazine gives us a voice in the community but so many of us keep silent when our voices are needed to express a passion or a sentiment. Our voices does not necessarily have to be verbal but can be an action voice that speaks loud enough to make a difference. I am thinking about the plight of the Haitians in the Dominican Republic the emotional and physical perplexity they are experiencing. They are torn about being Haitian but born in the Dominican Republic without proper documentations to stay so they’re faced with deportation. We can make a difference with our voices. The Supreme Court ruled in favor to allow gay marriages in America and certain people were out raged by saying that our country is becoming like Sodom and Gomorrah. What changed, in other words, wasn’t the Constitution—it was the country. And what changed the country was a movement.

We all have a voice in our community even through our civic organizations and we can be heard without holding a position in leadership. We can join the movement for or against and be heard. When we begin to complain about the system, about how decisions are made and how things are done it’s an indicated time to come to grip with our own responsibility to make a positive contribution. I validate most of my opinions from references of stories in the Bible. Take for instance the story of Nehemiah. The only thing I know about Nehemiah is that he is suppose to be the shortest man in the Bible – because of his name, “knee-high-miah.” He is not as well known as some other great men in the Bible but he stands out taller than others. Nehemiah is the account of the rebuilding of the walls of Jerusalem. And Jerusalem is a symbol of the city of God, God’s dwelling place and the center of life for the world. Here Nehemiah reminisced by penning these words, “When I heard these words (that the walls were damaged) I sat down and wept, and mourned for days; and I continued fasting and praying before the God of heaven. (Nehemiah 1:4 RSV) He saw a problem and it troubled his spirit to the point where he wept and mourned for days. He was that passionate about his city.

Rohan Lawrence shouted his vision as he sought out fathers who have full custody of their children by honoring them at a Father’s Banquet recently. Many heard and responded by Friday’s decision wasn’t solely or even primarily the work of purchasing a ticket and honored two well deserving fathers. the lawyers and plaintiffs who brought the case. It was the The attendees’ voices were heard because of their presence product of the decades of activism that made the idea of gay and the fathers beamed with delight as they were singled out marriage seem plausible, desirable, and right. By now, it has for their commitment of caring for their children. become a political cliché to wonder at how quickly public opinion has changed on gay marriage in recent years—support for What is your voice? Is it being heard?

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INTERNATIONAL CRICKET

By Daniel Dhanraj

he so called minnows, Bangladesh, that huffed and puffed was granted test status, much to the chagrin of numerous other aspirants to same. The ICC calmly pointed out that Bangladesh was building a cricket infrastructure and it has paid dividends. Bangladesh has earned their stripes, after humiliating Pakistan, promptly embarrassed the powerful Indians 2-1; also on familiar subcontinent conditions, but defeating the South Africans 2-1, removed all doubts that they hold their own in the one day format.

ten wickets in the first test. Yasir Shah took a total of nine wickets, however Sri Lanka rebound in the second test and won by seven wickets. PHT Kaushal reduced Pakistan to 138 in the first innings, taking five wickets. One could reasonably expect the Pakistanis to fold in the third test. But they fought admirably in a record breaking 382 runs while batting last in their second innings, they won by a comfortable seven wickets, opener Shan Masood made 125 runs and the veteran, Younis Khan made 171 runs not out. Pakistan powered by their new-found test prowess, took the ODIs 3-2 and also the both T20s. Australia arrived in England sporting the formidable trio of Hazelwood, Johnson and Starc, ‘on form’ they are possibly the greatest pace offense in the history of all cricket. They discarded the West Indies handily, and arrived in “English” conditions. Advantage Englishmen, striving to regain the Ashes. England won the first test by 169 runs. JE Root 134 runs and GS Ballance 61 runs rescued the first innings with Moen Ali scoring 77 runs. The Aussies were never a threat after 430 was scored in the English first innings. The Aussies promptly responded in the second test winning by a massive 405 runs with CJL Rogers scoring 173 and SPD Smith 215, pushed the first innings total to 566 runs. England wilted under three-headed pace attack. The third test presented a toss conundrum, the Australian’s won the toss and chose to bat in a perfect storm of overcast “English” conditions. Notwithstanding statistics on their side, they were skittered out for a measly 136 runs. The English won the match by eight wickets in three days. James Anderson took six wickets in the first innings, ST Finn did likewise in the second innings.

Mustafizur Rahman was the newcomer that impacted the most, a medium pacer usually invites the description – gentle; India literally has millions of medium pacers, but he made an immediate impact and was a major weapon. Mustafizur Rahman will be hard-pressed to follow by his performance; Congratulations to the Trinidadians Red Steel team, finally winning the CPL title, which they probably feel is their birthright. many have failed. Batting first Trinidad amassed 178 runs with CS Delport scoring Pakistan listing badly, limped into Sri Lanka; saving face would 50 runs and Kamran Akmal 60 runs. Barbados Tridents mansuffice, however they promptly dispatched the Sri Lankans by aged 158 runs in their attempt and therefore succumbed.

Evening of Hope he Center for Multicultural Wellness & Prevention (CMWP) presented their 3rd Annual ‘Evening Of Hope’ and their 20th Anniversary Gala and Fundraising event at the Rosen Plaza Hotel on July 18th. This event was attended by a diverse array of community leaders, partners and supporters. The cultural showcase was amazing and attendees were treated to a variety entertainment and meaningful messages of hope. The services provided by Dr Fancois, the management and staff at the Center for Multicultural Wellness & Prevention (CMWP) is unquestionably first class and they have been doing this for the past 20+ years. Their continuous efforts of giving back and support our community can be seen by the support and attendance at their 3rd Annual Evening of Hope Gala. The management and staff of the Caribbean American Passport News Magazine saAmbassador Thomas and Dr. Francois

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Orlando International Fashion Week Returns to Electrify the City Beautiful rlando International Fashion Week is a week of exciting events and showcases featuring cutting edge designers. For seven days, the Orlando fashion scene is transformed and fashion enthusiasts are given the opportunity to indulge as well as help raise awareness and funds for Autism. People from all over the World flock to Orlando, Florida during this week to get a taste of the fashion scene in the City Beautiful. The week will begin with the Fashion Week Extravaganza and Fashion Show at the exciting Orlando Science Center on November 1. This event will feature some of Florida’s hottest media outlets, business owners, designers, boutiques, fashionistas, and fashion bloggers. Guests will also enjoy fashion shows, a shopping expo and live entertainment throughout the week, including a concert preview from touring artist Shayne Leighton.

“Orlando International Fashion Week is about celebrating Orlando’s growing fashion scene. It’s an opportunity for the city to embrace the talented designers, models, and hair/makeup artists and give them an opportunity to shine. We also want to show the rest of the world that Central Florida deserves to be on the map as a destination to find and enjoy high-end fashion.” –Rob Henlon CEO of Fierce Entertainment Management, LLC Orlando International Fashion Week packs the entire week with exciting events, featuring the Fierce Spotlight Boutique/Store Specials calendar event, the Autism Speaks Benefit Fashion Show, Fashion E.D.G.E. Emerging Designer Gauntlet Exhibit, and the Fashion Show Expo, with seminars and networking events. For more information, contact Frances De La Rosa at Frances@ReadyFierce.com.

“. . . Central Florida deserves to be on the map as a destination to find and enjoy high-end fashion.”

Orlando International Fashion Week deepened its imprint during its Autism Speaks benefit dinner and fashion show at the Orlando Science Center last year. Central Florida’s fashion lovers were presented with amazing fashion in the picturesque Orlando Science Center but it was also a powerful cause: Autism awareness.

Caribbean American Passport had the opportunity to work with the team behind the experience of Fierce Entertainment Management at the June Caribbean Fashion Showcase held at Orlando’s Fashion Square Mall. The showcase event was held during the Caribbean American Heritage Month celebrations. While this event was just a small sampling of what is to come during Orlando’s International Fashion Week preThis year the organizers, Fierce Entertainment Management, sented by Fierce Entertainment Management; attendees were have partnered again with Autism Speaks but the fashions will speechless and many exclaimed - “I can’t wait to see what be nothing like last year….expect the unexpected and be pre- they’re going to do at Fashion Week if this is just a sample”. pared to be amazed by designs and fashions from across the world and across the street as both International and local For more information about Orlando International Fashion designers showcase their designs with a week-long schedule of Week please visit www.OrlandoFashionEvents.com; For disevents and engagement opportunities. counts on tickets use promo code caribbeanpassport.

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H E A L T H Y O I L S ou can get the benAvocado oil is pressed from efits of healthy fats the fruit of the avocado. by using a variety of The oil is high in monooils in your meals. unsaturated fat. Research cooking with high states that monounsaturheat can destroy the good ated fat is a heart healthy fats like Polyunsaturated fat. Avocado oil is versatile fats in some of the cooking and can also stand high oils. Because coconut oil is temperature for cooking. mainly saturated fat, it can Avocado oil adds flavor to stand higher temperature salads and soups. than most other oils making it one of the best oils for cooking. Coconut oil also has a delicious taste and adds great flavor to Have fun in the kitchen trying different healthy oils to your foods, especially to curry vegetables. Always buy organic ex- meals and enjoy the health benefits. tra-virgin coconut oil for the best quality. It is important to use extra-virgin cold pressed olive oil for cooking because the oil goes through less processing. Also, the pressing of the olives helps to retrain some of the valuable nutrients in the oil. Olive oil is great for salads and cooking vegetables and tofu.

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Mango’s Tropical Cafe Continued from page 12

to be the most colorful place on InterBut the plans the Wallack family national Drive, from the floor up. have for Orlando don’t stop there. Much of what you will see of the floor, They’re an integral part of the was designed by David Wallack himchange that is coming to Internaself, Joshua’s father and owner of tional Drive. Skyplex is coming to Mango’s. The space is imbued with the Sand Lake and International love and passion from the entire famDrive corner and Skyplex includes ily. “Mango’s will be one of the prean impressive portfolio: A 570-foot mier facilities in the country, if not the polercoaster, a 450-foot drop tower, world,” said Wallack, noting the facila state-of-the-art open-air plaza, the ity will tout $4 million worth of sound, largest Perkins in the world and a lights and video technology by 600-foot zipline, not to mention the TechnoMedia. Mango’s will be a 350-room on-site hotel. Mango’s is 50,000-square-foot nightclub, dining set to be finished by fall of 2015 and and entertainment venue accompaSkyplex is on pace to break ground nied by a seven-story parking garage by the end of this year, said Joshua topped with a 12,000- to 15,000Wallack, developer of Skyplex and Dr. Moise, Haiti’s Antonio Laracuente, Vice square-foot restaurant to be develAmbassador at Large and Mango’s Tropical Café. We look forPresident of Operations oped later. In total the complex will tells us about the enterward to the changes to the InternaMango’s Owner Joshua cost $50 million and hire 400 staff tional Drive strip as it becomes a Wallace share a light tainment planned for members in the hospitality and en- Mango’s Orlando Location. moment during the tour. more interesting place for not just tertainment industry. Millions of tourists but the Orlando locals espepeople will experience the exhilaration of Mango’s each year, cially the Caribbean Community who will now have a world and they just might run into popular musicians like Pitbull class entertainment space that brings the vibrant and diverse and Flo Rida in the process.” food and music of the Caribbean Culture in one place.

The Caribbean And Floridian Association (CAFA) 25th Anniversary Black Tie Ball

AFA held their 25th Anniversary Black Tie Ball on July 18th at the Rosen Center Hotel on International Drive in Orlando. The Ball was themed “Empowering Lives…Salvaging Dreams”. The evenings activities were presented with class and elegance with over 350 attendees being entertained Star 94.5’s own JoJo O’Neal. JoJo O’Neal was also there representing her charity and organization “Let’s Kick Asthma Education Support Group; CAFA showed their support with a donation of their own to her Organization. CAFA’s Founder and First President Stokely Jack & Wife Eileen Jack were in attendance along with special guests; Mr. Garvin Pettier, Deputy Consul general of Trin-idad and Tobago, Assemblyman John Cortes and his lovely wife, Mr. and Mrs. Soto; parents of State Senator Darren Soto along with the Executive Committee of CAFA; Arnold King President, Penny Simon Vice-President, Nicole Reid Recording Secretary, Cheryl Reid-Payne Corresponding Secretary, Ludlow Muir Treasurer, Eslyn Fung Assistant Treasurer.

seph Community Awardees, Ms. Sasha Watson Attorney at Law, Desiree Matthews Deputy City Manager, City of Kissimmee, Ann Marie De Govia Community Activist, UCF Student Liaison. Special recognition was acknowledged to representatives of CAFA’s sister organizations – The Guyanese American Asso-

CAFA 25th Anniversary Ball Planning Committee ciation (GACACF), the Trinbago Association (TTAC), the Barbados Association, the Orlando Carnival Association, the St Vincent and the Grenadines Association, the Grenada Association, the Antigua & Barbuda Association, the Jamaican American Association, the Jamaican Cultural Connection, the Caribbean American Chamber of Commerce, the Caribbean American Association of Lake County and the Guyanese Association of Atlanta.

CAFA took this opIn closing special thanks to the CAFA portunity Honor and Immediate past president Casmore Shaw, Mr. Planning Committee show appreciation Garvin Pettier and CAFA President Andy King Ms Ann Marie Degovia (in the middle) for a job well done; Mr. Casmore Shaw, with her 2 daughters Casmore Shaw-ChairImmediate Past President, Avril Alexander Chaplain, Joan Durant Longest Serving Chairperson, Cedric & Chris Jo- man (Planning Committee), Eunice Roberts (Co-Chair).

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