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Henry, Shelley among Tuesday’s winners
Willie Wright remembered as educator and activist
A few glitches, some surprises as Volusia voters go to polls
Family, Campbell classmates share fond memories at Aug. 11 service
PEOPLE SPEAK
FROM STAFF REPORTS
BY JAMES HARPER DAYTONA TIMES harperjames59@yahoo.com
The 2012 primary election in Volusia County came and went with mixed results. A new Daytona Beach mayor was not determined, incumbent school board member Al Williams hung on to his seat, the race for Volusia County Chair took an unexpected turn, and several hundred absentee voter voter ballots were not counted.
350 ballots rejected According to the Volusia County Department of Elections, 350 absentee ballots received for the Aug. 4 primary were rejected by its canvassing board. County Council members Joie Alexander and Joyce Cusack along with Judge David Foxman made up the canvassing board for the primary. Supervisor of Elections Ann McFall said the board was “very, very lenient” when it came to disqualifying ballots but absentee ballots with no signatures and signatures that did not match the signature on file had to be rejected. McFall acknowledged that in a couple of the county council races and a race in Ponce Inlet, the Daytona Beach Zone 1 Commission race and the Holly Hill mayor race the results could have had different outcomes if the ballots had been allowed to be counted. However, none of the 350 were tabulated. The elections supervisor was not allowed to sit on the canvassing board because she was a candidate for re-election. She won re-election with 66 percent of the vote, defeating three challengers – Andy Kelly, Teresa Apgar and Beaulah Blanks. McFall will return to the canvassing board for the Nov. 6 general election. “I think that the voters just didn’t see any reason not to keep me in office. I was surprised that there won’t be a runoff. Often candidates spend so much time and money on primaries hoping to finish at least in the top two and run out by the municipal election. We spent a lot but thankfully we don’t have the runoff.”
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County Councilwoman Joie Alexander (left) greets Attorney James Gangitano at the canvassing board room in the DeLand Courthouse Tuesday night as Councilwoman Joyce Cusack (seated) keeps a watchful eye on precinct results which were streamed live following the close of the polls.
Absentee ballots key to election In Volusia, 23,804 absentee ballots were accepted; 41,036 had been requested. The absentee ballots made a big difference in a number of races, especially the Daytona Beach mayor’s race. The absentee ballots, along with early votes, gave current Daytona Commissioner Edith Shelley a comfortable lead, which she maintained as votes from Tuesday were added to them. Shelley received a total of 3,539 followed by Derrick Henry with 3,045. The two will face each other in a run-off on Nov. 6. Mayoral candidate Gwen Azama-Edwards received 1,685 votes while Fred Hoffmann garnered 659.
‘Captain’ of group
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Volunteer Genesis Robinson looks over the shoulder of mayoral candidate Derrick Henry (center) and Zone 5 No ‘block vote’ Commissioner Patrick Henry as they review election reDaytona Beach Black residents’ votes were spread about sults on the Supervisor of Elections website. among the four candidates – two Blacks and two Whites. It appears Bethune-Cookman University Political Science Professor Randy Jackson’s conclusion in last week’s paper proved true. “The Black community has become more independent. They vote on issues. They (Blacks) don’t block-vote anymore,” Bethune-Cookman Uni-
Lori Miles said she will cherish and remember moments of her Uncle Willie Wright’s early life. Wright died Aug. 4 at age 80. Miles read a poem she wrote in tribute to Wright to family and friends at the funeral, which took place Aug. 11 at the R.J. Gainous Funeral Home. She shared about his bout with Alzheimer’s disease. “You didn’t die. You went on living; your mind had reached its end. . . Concentrate on early life and we’ll remember the best, when you were fit and we’re here to pay our last respects. Uncle Willie, we love you,” Willie read Miles, choking Wright back the tears. Miles said Wright, who was a retired educator, was always teaching. “‘You got that report card?’ he would ask us. I’ll cherish those moments,” concluded Miles adding that he’d always reward them if they got good grades.
versity Political Science Professor Randy Jacobs told the Daytona Times. The number of Blacks in Daytona Beach voting Nov. 6 will increase because President Barack Obama will be on the ballot and because more than 3,000 B-CU students will be back in town to participate in the voting process.
Of the students, 1,200 are freshman and are required to live on campus. Therefore if registered, they can vote in the Daytona Beach election.
An educator, Wright also was well known in the Daytona Beach area for his activism as a member of the local NAACP and as an advocate for holistic medicines. James Daniels graduated with Wright from Campbell Street High School in 1950. Daniels, along with several of their classmates, was in attendance at Wright’s funeral on Aug. 11 along with Clarence Badie, Alphonso Blake, Lutha Laws, Sam Rogers, Jerry Murphy and Willie Fields. Daniels spoke for the group. Daniels said he, Wright and the others have stayed in contact with each other since graduating. In recent years, they have been getting together at least once a month. He said they called Wright “the captain.’’ “It was part of his makeup,” Daniels said. “When he set his mind to do something, he did his best. “He kept busy doing something. Run out to the dog track every once in a while,” Daniels said to laughter from the congregation.
Kept family together
The mayoral race, which had a margin of 494 votes be-
Wright’s funeral took place the same weekend of his family’s reunion. Charles Jackson spoke on behalf of the family.
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Splitting the vote?
Students will see more officers on their way to school Volusia adding more law enforcement to ensure safety of walkers, riders BY JAMES HARPER DAYTONA TIMES harperjames59@yahoo.com
Twenty-seven Volusia County students were involved in incidents with vehicles during last year’s school year. When schools open across the county on Monday, students will notice more law enforcement as
Volusia’s sheriff announced that more officers will be added to schools “in an effort to improve the safety of students who walk, ride their bike or are driven to school every day.” “Whether you’re a pedestrian or a driver, our message is the same: Stay alert, avoid distractions and put safety first,” Volusia County Sheriff Ben Johnson said. “The start of the school year can be very hectic. So as we all return to our back-to-school routines, motorists and pedestrians need to be especially cautious around schools, buses and crossing zones. Everyone needs
to think safety first.” Crossing guards are being added at the Big Tree Road/Ridgewood Avenue intersection in South Daytona. The Big Tree Road/Golfview Boulevard intersection in South Daytona will no longer have a posted crossing guard.
walking or biking to school or congregating near bus stops. When turning at an intersection, be sure to yield to pedestrians and cyclists. If your child is walking to school or a bus stop, plan a safe route and make sure your child knows the route and can navigate it safely.
Tips for parents
Reminders for students
Parents and guardians dropping off children to school are being urged to drop them off and pick them up as close to the school as possible, slow down and watch out for school zones and children
Students who ride the buses are reminded to stay out of the street while waiting for the bus and wait for the bus to come to a complete stop and the doors open before approaching the bus
from the curb. After getting off the bus, students are reminded to look both ways and then move immediately onto the sidewalk and out of traffic. Walkers and bike riders are urged to wear a properly fitted helmet at all times, use a bike that’s the right size for them, make sure not to wear loose clothing, drawstrings or shoelaces dangling while riding the bike, and walk or bike with a friend. They also are reminded to cross at intersections. Volusia County Schools Transportation Department provides Please see OFFICERS, Page 2
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WRIGHT from Page 1 “He loved his family. (He was the) cornerstone of the family reunion, the glue that kept it together. Willie’s played his last hand. He’s headed to the promise land,” Jackson. Wright’s nephew, the Rev. Floyd Miles of New Jerusalem Primitive Baptist Church, in Perry, delivered the final words of comfort. The minister called his uncle “a great man” and remembered the summers he visited Wright while he was living and teaching in Miami. “Every summer we would go down. He dressed really sharp. Shirt tucked in pants. With Uncle Willie, you had to have your shirt tucked even in your shorts,” Rev. Miles said laughing and while recounting how his uncle would purchase him Bermuda shorts and matching shirts. “I didn’t wear my shorts the way he wore his,” the minister added, as he demonstrated how Wright wore his shorts high above his waistline.
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Proud of activism The minister also remembered how important it was to his uncle for them to get an education. “He was always an educator. He was always trying to teach us something. He never talked to kids as kids. You had to be on point when you were around Uncle Willie,” he stated. Rev. Miles said he proud of his uncle’s activism. “He’d speak out in a heartbeat. He was an activist. He was about the right thing. He didn’t mind standing up for right. He helped me realize that if there is an issue, you are the answer,” the minister continued. He also touched on his uncle’s Alzheimer’s. “He fought a battle he didn’t tell a whole bunch of people about,” Rev. Miles said. “He knew his hour was coming, “He was going to suffer something,” the minister added, quoting from John 16 in the Bible. He added that his uncle had tribulations in the world but he is now with the father and has “overcome the world. “Be that educator for somebody. Keep the fam-
Longtime buddies of Mr. Willie Wright are shown at his funeral service on Aug. 11. ily together. Do the thing Willie Wright stood for and he’ll live forever,” concluded Rev. Miles.
Veteran, B-CC grad Willie Wright was born in Favoretta, near Palm Coast, on Feb. 12, 1932, to the Rev. Saul and Estella Wright. He was a 1950 graduate of
the former Campbell Street High School. He received his B.S. from BethuneCookman College in education. He received a master’s degree from the University of Miami. He was an Army veteran of the Korean Conflict. Wright was married to Annie Ruth Jones in Septem-
TROUBLE AT THE POLLS
• Police presence occurred at the Dickerson Center on Tuesday. Attorneys asked a Daytona Beach police officer who showed up to leave (per state law), which was obliged by the officer. • Fifteen of the memory cards in ballot counters failed across Volusia County on Election Day, an unusually high number. Each card was quickly replaced and did not affect voting results. • A bomb scare occurred at a Deltona precinct. The Volusia County bomb squad was called when an unattended box was found in the building. The box was removed and taken away by the bomb squad. An evacuation was considered but did not occur.
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Election workers file into the DeLand Courthouse following Tuesday’s primary election.
ELECTION from Page 1 tween the top two contenders, was largely decided on by the Black vote. “It was a couple of hundred votes, but in the general election there will be a larger turnout with there being a presidential election,” stated Henry. Henry said he believed voters sought out the best person for the job and did not necessarily vote along color lines, adding that he did not know whether he or Azama-Edwards, the other Black candidate split the Black vote. “I don’t know (if the Black vote was split). I think that people were trying to vote for the best candidate. I think Gwen was an excellent candidate and appealed to many voters. I don’t think people are voting along racial lines. I think that I have the most to offer with my record of service in the community,” he responded.
PHOTO CORRECTIONS • A photograph that appeared on the front page of the Aug. 9 issue incorrectly identified Daytona Beach Commissioner Patrick Henry as his brother, Derrick Henry, a candidate for Daytona Beach mayor. • Two photos on the front page of the Aug. 2 issue of a candidates forum at the John H. Dickerson Center were credited to Ashley Thomas of the Daytona Times. The photos actually were taken by photographer Karen K. Clark.
By the numbers An analysis of the polling locations in predominantly Black areas of the city revealed that Henry received the most Black votes followed by Azama-Edwards. Shelley also received a number of Black votes. In at least one precinct, she received more Black votes than Azama-Edwards. At Living Faith World Ministries, Henry received 468; Azama-Edwards, 196, and Shelley 131. At the Westside Baptist Church on Mason Avenue, Henry had 403; Azama-Edwards 158 and Shelley 107. The numbers were similar at the precincts of Mt. Carmel Baptist Church, B-CU Center for Civic Engagement and the John H. Dickerson Center. At the Dickerson Center, Henry received 429 votes, AzamaEdwards 206 and Shelley 162. Shelley dominated the predominantly White-populated areas of the city, especially on the beach side. At the Schnebly Recreation Center on A1A, Shel-
OFFICERS from Page 1 the most accurate school bus routes and demographical information. To ride school buses, students still must live outside of the two-mile walk zone to be eligible for transportation.
Dress code still in effect Parents and students are reminded the dress code adopted last year has been tweaked and is still in effect. No caps, visors, hoods,
Many races were not decided in the primary election and will face a run-off. These include five Volusia County council seats, Daytona Beach mayor, a commission seat
ley received 614 votes followed by Henry with 241, Azama Edwards with 135 and 116 for Fred Hoffman. At Community United Methodist Church on Harvey Avenue, Shelley received 270; Henry 101, Azama- Edwards 73 and Hoffman 43. Although Shelley received the majority of the votes in predominantly White areas of the city, Henry was not too far behind at many of the polling places. At the Beville Road Church, Shelley had 329; Henry 288, Azama-Edwards 139 and Hoffman 52. At the City Island Library, Shelley blew the others away obtaining 425 votes; Henry 56, Azama-Edwards 44 and Hoffman 25. Henry did the best at precincts located in Zone 5, which he represented before resigning the position last year. This played a major factor in him placing second behind Shelley.
Andreas Butler, James Harper and Ashley Thomas all contributed to this report. bandanas or other headgear will be allowed except with administrative permission. All garments must cover shoulder to shoulder. No rips/tears or skintight items are allowed. All garments must be long enough to clearly overlap the beltline or stay tucked. No halter-tops, tank tops, spaghetti straps or muscle shirts are permitted. Undergarments and buttocks must remain entirely covered even while seated. Dresses, skirts and shorts must be at least mid-thigh or below in length.
ber 1952 until 1987. He taught at Buena Vista Middle School and became assistant principal at Miami Norland Middle School until he retired in 1988. He leaves to cherish his memory, one daughter: Pamela Wright, Snellville, Ga.; three sisters: Estella Sheppard (Ralph), Xenia, Ohio;
and county Chair. • County Chair: Former District 4 Councilman Carl Persis captured 40 percent of the vote and Jason Davis, a Gulf War veteran received 33 percent. • Daytona Beach Mayor: Current Zone 2 Commissioner Edith Shelley led a race of four capturing 40 percent of the votes and former Zone 5 Commissioner Derrick Henry followed with 34 percent. • District 1 County Council: Former councilman and State Rep. Pat Patterson led a field of five candidates, with 34 percent of the vote. He was followed by Jeff Allebach at 24 percent. • District 2 County Council: Incumbent Josh Wagner won 45 percent, followed by Nancy Epps with 37 percent. • District 3 County Council: New Smyrna Beach City Commissioner Jim Hathaway led with 36.2 percent, a close finish to Deb Denys, who captured 35.6 percent. • District 4 County Council: Ormond Beach attorney Doug
Claudia Miles (Floyd), Daytona Beach; and Betty Griggs, Jacksonville; three brothers: Alphonso Griggs, Carlton “Frog” Griggs and Alfred “Crabby” Wright, all of Daytona Beach; three grandchildren: Laquandria Wright, Jalen Jordan, Jada Jordan, all of Snellville, Ga.; and other relatives.
Daniels captured 37 percent of the vote. A pending review of provisional ballots will determine his opponent as both Shannon McLeish and Jay Young both captured 26 percent of the vote. • District 5 County Council: Incumbent Councilwoman Pat Northey captured 48 percent of the vote and will challenge Rich Gailey, who received 30 percent. • Zone 1 City Commission: Carl Lentz IV captured 46 percent of the vote while Ruth Trager received 44 percent.
CLOSE CALLS
• Incumbent School Board member Al Williams captured 52 percent of the vote while political newcomer Ida Duncan-Wright scored 48 percent. • Sitting County Court Judge Group 8 Bryan Feigenbaum scooted by with 50.6 percent of the vote against opponent Michael McDermott, who missed the win with 49.4 percent.
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Compiled by the Daytona Times Children and Families board to meet The Children and Families Advisory Board will meet at 2 p.m., Aug. 28, in the third-floor conference room of the Volusia County Lifeguard Headquarters and Administration Center, 515 S. Atlantic Ave. More information: Peggy Johnson, 386-736-5955, ext. 15694, or visit www. volusia.org/countycouncil/cfab.htm. Home, garden and boat show The Marine Industry Association of Central Florida will present the Daytona Boat Show along with the Daytona Home and Garden Show Aug. 24-26, in the Ocean Center. More information: www.daytonabeachhomeshow.com. Buff bods coming to Peabody The Daytona Beach Classic Bodybuilding Competition will be held at the Peabody Auditorium Sept. 22 from 8 a.m. – 8 p.m. More information: www. peabodyauditorium.org. Volusia County Retrospect The Volusia County Council will look back on eight years of progress during the “Volusia County Retrospect: 2005 - 2012” event at noon, Aug. 27,
at the Ocean Center, 101 N. Atlantic Ave. The event is open to the public and doors will open at 11:30 a.m. Lunch will be provided by event sponsors. Reservations are required by Aug. 20 and may be made by contacting the county manager’s office at 386-736-5920 or kkardos@co.volusia.fl.us. Section 8 meeting for landlords Volusia County’s Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program will host an informational meeting for landlords who are renting or interested in renting to Section 8 participants from 10 a.m. to noon Aug. 30 in the Volusia County Council chambers of the Thomas C. Kelly Administration Center, 123 W. Indiana Ave., DeLand. Reservations are required and must be made by Aug. 16. To RSVP, call 386-736-5955. Sorority to hold fundraising event The Daytona Beach Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. is holding an annual “White Linen Affair” fundraising event to be held at the LPGA Banquet room, 1000 Champions Drive. The event is Aug.18, beginning with a cocktail hour followed by dinner at 7:30 p.m. and end-
ing at 11 p.m. Cost: $50. All proceeds go toward scholarships for area high school graduating seniors.
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Daytona minister turns 103 The Rev. Albert Walker of Daytona Beach is celebrating his 103rd birthday this week. Rev. Walker was born Aug. 15, 1909. He is the founder and former pastor of Mt. Calvary Independent Freewill Holiness Church. His family says his “secret of longevity’’ is this scripture from Ephesians 6:2-3: “Honor thy father and mother; which is the first commandment with promise; That it may be well with thee, and thou mayest live long on the earth.’’ Family and friends were to celebrate with Rev. Walker on Wednesday.
Mentor training scheduled Sept. 18 Community Partnership for Children is recruiting mentors for teenage children in foster care. The next orientation will be held Sept. 18 from 5 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. at the Community Partnership for Children, 160 North Beach St. To register or for more information: Susan Hiltz, 386-547-2293 or Susan. Hiltz@cbcvf.org.
Daytona State invites musicians to join band, orchestra or ensemble
Music workshop meets at New Hope The Volusia/Flagler Chapter of Gospel Music Workshop of America will meet Aug. 18 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The meetings are held the first and third Saturdays of each month at New Hope Missionary Baptist Church, 633 Roy Ave.
College offers fitness courses
Free workshop on Alzheimer’s Learn 10 strategies that may surprise you and five strategies that may protect your children and grandchildren at a free informational workshop on Alzheimer’s disease with guest speaker Dr. Diane B. Tellier, The event will be held Aug. 21 at 5:30 p.m. at the Port Orange Regional Library auditorium, 1005 City Center Circle. More information and to RSVP: 386-2671204.
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With the cultural season opening in September, Daytona State College’s School of Music, Entertainment and Art invites local musicians to join the symphonic band, symphony orchestra or jazz ensemble. No fees are required for participation unless college credit is desired. The Daytona State College Community Symphonic Band, developed in the spirit of the old John Philip Sousa Bands, performs traditional and modern classics as well as
The Daytona Beach branch of Daytona State College has announced a list of fitness courses. For more information call 386-5064348. Yoga: Entry Level/Intermediate, Sept. 4-Oct. 9, 12:45 - 1:30 p.m. A way to reduce stress, improve flexibility and increase strength. Instructor: Stefanie Farrow. Tuesdays, $25 for six-week session. Cardio Step & Sculpt, Sept. 4-Oct. 11, 5:15 6:15 p.m. Different combinations of step aerobics and weight training will get your heart pumping, and tone and strengthen the entire body. Instructor: Deborah Stelling. Tuesdays and Thursdays, $30 for six-week session. Yoga: Entry Level/Intermediate, Sept. 4-Oct. 9, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. A way to reduce stress, improve flexibility and increase strength. Instructor: Katie Beck. Tuesdays, $25 for six-week session. Aqua Aerobics “Stretch & Twist, ” Sept. 5-28, 11:15 a.m. - noon (Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays). This water exercise program provides a total body workout for those of moderate to advanced fitness levels. Classes include exercises for aerobic conditioning, flexibility, and strength training. Aqua Aerobics offers a safe and refreshing way to exercise for all ages. Cost $3 per class. Sculpt & Tone. Sept. 5-Oct. 10, 12:15 - 1
marches, Broadway hits and movie selections. The band welcomes community members who can read music and play a woodwind, brass or percussion instrument to join as members of a 65-piece concert ensemble. The 26th season of the band will commence with an open rehearsal, including new and returning members, on Monday, Aug. 27, at 7 p.m. on the Daytona Beach Campus in the Theater Center (Building 220), Room 219. Rehearsals are held every Monday from 7 p.m. to 9:50 p.m. For more information, call Douglas Peterson, band conductor and chair of the School of Music, Entertainment and Art, at 386-5063276, or Peter Waidelich, associate professor, at 386-506-4690 or waidelp@DaytonaState. edu. p.m. (No classes May 14, 16, 28). These classes use a variety of resistance training equipment to strengthen and tone the entire body and improve flexibility. Instructor: Deborah Stelling. Mondays & Wednesdays, $30 for sixweek session.
Funds available to make homes accessible Is your home difficult to access because of your physical disabilities? If you meet income-eligibility requirements and need minor repairs to improve your home’s accessibility, you may qualify for Volusia County’s Basic Accessibility Improvements Program. The Basic Accessibility Improvements Program, administered by the county’s Community Assistance Division, provides grants of up to $5,000 to widen doors and install wheelchair ramps and grab bars. Applicants must demonstrate that they meet income eligibility requirements and have owned and occupied the home for at least one year. The home’s just value, as determined by the Volusia County Property Appraiser, cannot exceed $225,000. The program is not available within the city limits of Daytona Beach, Deltona, Ponce Inlet and Port Orange. For more information, visit http://volusia. org/community_assistance/housing2.htm or call 386-736-5955.
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Time to end ‘reverse Robin Hood’ tax policies Right before the U.S. House of Representatives left for the summer to go home to campaign for your vote, members of Congress voted to extend the Bush era tax cuts for the richest Americans. For more than 10 years, the richest 1 percent have received almost $750 billion from these tax cuts. Income and wealth inequality have grown astronomically, threatening the very fabric of our democracy. The top 1 percent in our nation now possesses more net worth than the bottom 90 percent combined. In 2008, the 400 highest-income taxpayers earned as much as the combined tax revenue of 22 state governments with almost 42 million citizens.
Time to reset It’s way past time to reset our moral and economic compass, demand a more just tax system where those with the most pay their fair share, and stop the reverse Robin Hood policies that take from the poor and young to give to the rich and powerful. There should not be one new dime in tax breaks for millionaires and billionaires as long as millions of children in America are poor, hungry, uneducated and without health coverage. A nation that does not stand for its children does not stand for anything and will not stand tall in the future. Like Thomas Jefferson, “I tremble for my country when I think that God is just; that his justice cannot sleep forever.” Yet, the extension of the tax
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cuts for the wealthiest American, especially on top of the cuts approved in vice presidential candidate Paul Ryan’s budget passed by the full House defies the prophets, apostles and tenets of all great faiths as well as common decency and economic common sense. The most recent vote continues to give huge tax breaks to those who need them least while shaving away lifelines of survival from those who need them most. It would cut eligibility for the Earned Income Tax Credit and the Child Tax Credit, two of the most effective investments we have that lift children out of poverty, and from the American Opportunity Tax Credit that helps struggling families pay for their children’s college. These cuts would push 900,000 children into poverty and at least 6.4 million children into deeper poverty an unconscionable act when 16.4 million children are living in poverty; 7.5 million of those live in extreme poverty.
Stark choices This is a year of stark political, economic and moral choices. Those who caused the deficit should be asked to pay to close it and not be rewarded with more
tax breaks that will increase the deficit and shave already inadequate safety investments. Children under five are the poorest age group in America, and one in four infants, toddlers and preschoolers are poor during the years of greatest brain development. If you believe as I do that we have more just and sensible choices like helping babies during their early childhood development years rather than helping billionaires who need not one additional material thing, then speak up and fight back. Our nation’s greatest deficit is not one of money, but of values and priorities that leave millions of children without hope or a vision of the future worth striving for in our militarily and materially powerful but spiritually anemic nation. That’s why the Children’s Defense Fund has launched a new campaign to protect children from budget cuts at the national, state and local levels. The “Be Careful What You Cut” campaign lays out the irrefutable economic case that cutting children from the budget now costs all of us more later. The campaign is grounded in three provocative ads created by our award-winning pro-bono advertising agency partner Fallon Worldwide. The head of a child is on the body of an adult. The images show what happens later if you cut child investments now as the House of Representatives and their allies are bent on doing.
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What you can do Arm yourself with the facts about children in your community from the CDF’s State of America’s Children® Handbook, download questions for candidates from the becarefulwhatyoucut.com Web site, then go to town hall meetings or visit your member of Congress while they are back home campaigning and hold them accountable to ensure they treat babies as fairly as billionaires. If candidates want your vote on Election Day, make sure they answer your questions and put children first rather than last on the agenda. Join the “Be Careful What You Cut” campaign. Help us spread the word by getting pro-bono space in your local newspapers to run the advertisements. Spread the word through your social media networks. Show your support
by changing your profile picture on Facebook and your avatar on Twitter. Donate to the Be Careful What You Cut Fund, so that we can run a second wave of ads in the late fall before the lame duck Congress makes final budget decisions for next year. Together we can and must fight for justice for our children and protect them from draconian tax cuts and budget choices that threaten their survival, education and preparation for the future.
Marian Wright Edelman is president and founder of the Children’s Defense Fund (www. childrensdefense.org). Click on this story at www.daytonatimes.com to write your own response.
Romney’s clumsy attempt to enlist Blacks When Mitt Romney addressed the NAACP during their national convention, I thought his speech was a waste of time because he said nothing that would be of any interest to the Black community. Most people, of all political stripes, thought my analysis was right on the mark. But not those in the Romney campaign. They would have been upset if anyone had been as critical of the candidate, but I think they were especially perturbed that a longtime Black Republican was painting this unflattering portrait. It got under their skin so much that one of Romney’s senior communications advisers, a Black female I am acquainted with, attempted to discredit my analysis in a series of private emails to me. She claimed that, “some of his [Romney’s] most senior policy and communications people are Black.” I asked her to name them, but she never did. (I will let you draw your own conclusion.) She even thought it would be good for us to sit down and talk about the campaign, so I accepted her offer, but she still hasn’t gotten back to me.
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Bad video The campaign made a clumsy attempt to reach Black voters by releasing a ridiculous video titled, “We Need Mitt Romney.” It was sent out by National Coalitions Director Joshua Baca and was poorly written and poorly produced. The video featured a series of Blacks stating, “We need Romney.” They never explicitly defined “we” but we got the message – it was clearly meant to impress Black voters. Still, they never made the case for why a vote for Romney would benefit the Black community. This was mindless and ineffective. The people speaking were never identified. The Romney camp just grabbed some noname people and put them in front of the camera. It’s embarrassing. Even the names of supposedly “most senior policy and communications” Blacks on the Romney
It is clear that Blacks simply are not important to the Republican standard-bearer. When it comes to Blacks, when all is said and done, there’s nothing said and nothing done. campaign staff are nowhere to be found on Romney’s campaign website. There is a full section targeting the Hispanic vote, even a section in Spanish. Yet, nothing there targeting the Black community. That speaks louder than anything campaign flunkies can say. This is what happens when you have no capable Blacks around to advise you and work on a campaign. If a non-Black such as Baca is in charge of coalitions, then why has he not reached out to experienced Black operatives such as Shannon Reeves, Allegra McCullough, David Byrd, Aaron Manaigo, Francis Johnson, Ada Fisher or James House? The few Blacks Romney may have around him are all functional people and, by definition, they follow orders – they don’t give orders. That is what I mean when I talk about being in a position of power. Can they authorize
The Civil Rights Act and the Olympics Thrill to the vibrant gymnastics grace of Gabby Douglas, the Rev. fierce tennis power of Serena Williams, the skill of Kayla Harrison Jesse L. in winning the first gold for an Jackson, Sr. American woman in judo. AmeriNNPA COLUMNIST can women, including the swimming, beach volleyball, basketball and soccer teams led the way this dinary talents to triumph. Last week was the anniversary Olympics. of the Voting Rights Act of 1965. It’s worth remembering why. Clearly, it led to the voting rights and political empowerment of AfRules matter rican-Americans and people of Opportunity is vital. A lev- color who previously suffered disel playing field, clear goals, fair crimination. That act was fundareferees all count. This success mental to our democracy, extendcomes from the amazing talent ing the right to vote to those who and extraordinary hard work and had been denied it under segrediscipline of these gifted athletes, gation for so long. supported by family and skilled coaching. But it also derives in part from Partisan constriction Yet today, we are not celebratwhat we chose to do as a society in 1972, when we included Title ing the extension of democratic IX in the Civil Rights Act. Title IX rights, but witnessing the partioutlawed discrimination by gen- san constriction of those rights. der in any education program In 14 states where Republicans have control, they have passed that received federal spending. It didn’t mention sports, but laws constricting the right to vote. its effects were electric. A 2006 Many now are requiring official study showed that the participa- photo ID, some are purging the tion of women in athletics in high voter rolls, some have limited the school had increased 900 percent, ability to help register and get out and more than 450 percent in col- the vote, and some have limited lege. Once women were given a early voting. They claim they are fair shot, they demonstrated what trying to deter fraud, but they prothey could do. We created the duce no evidence of it. This is, as former Florida Gov. rules that allowed these extraor-
Charlie Crist, a Republican, wrote, “A mockery of the democracy we put on display every Election Day.” As New York Times columnist Thomas Edsall concluded, it is hard to avoid the conclusion that the Republican Party has decided that they must “tilt the playing field to win.” In sad imitation of the poll tax and other impediments the segregated states of the South used to keep African-Americans from voting, the constrictions all have a disproportionate effect on the young, minorities, the poor – those least likely to be Republican supporters. In this election, these laws may have dramatic effect. By discouraging many from going to the polls, they could make the difference in a state where the candidates are running neck and neck. The Voting Rights Act, 47 years old this month, and the Civil Rights Act opened up opportunity. They made the rules clear and equal. They made America better.
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an expenditure of money? Can they get an event on Romney’s schedule? Can they get a private meeting with Romney? I would much rather the Romney campaign simply tell the Black community straight-up that they have no interest in our vote. They are saying it with their words, but don’t have the guts to put it in words. I find this senior adviser’s response to my column illustrative of everything that’s wrong with the Romney campaign. They are totally incapable of giving direct answers to the most basic of questions. Who are the Blacks that are supposedly on the campaign? Why are there no Blacks on the campaign website? Is Romney ever going to meet and speak with Black Republicans? Contrast Romney’s failure to reach out to Blacks with his courting of conservatives, which culminated in his decision to pick
Paul Ryan as his vice presidential running mate. Some political strategists, realizing the presidential race will turn on which candidate can best attract independents, had urged Romney to select someone who could appeal to that segment of the electorate. But Rush Limbaugh, the Weekly Standard and the Wall Street Journal all wanted Ryan. And that’s who they got because Romney did not want to offend any group he felt that was important to him. It is clear that Blacks simply are not important to the Republican standard-bearer. When it comes to Blacks, when all is said and done, there’s nothing said and nothing done.
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Police reach out to community during annual ‘Night Out’ event BY ANDREAS BUTLER DAYTONA TIMES butleramj@yahoo.com
The Daytona Beach Police Department reached out to the community during the annual National Night Out against crime event on Aug. 7. The police teamed up with the City of Daytona Beach to put on the event, which was held at Cypress Park and included free food, games and activities. “Our goal is to bring out the community and offer them an evening of fun for the kids and family with games and food along with things geared towards entertainment,” said Carla Quann, Site Coordinator of Daytona Beach’s Weed and Seed program. The event was designed to bring together local law enforcement and the community to fight crime.
Started nationally in 1984 The event is part of the National Night Out (NNO) campaign, which is a crime prevention event, started by the National Association of Town Watch (NATW) in 1984. Since then, over 37 million people in more than 15,000 communities nationwide, in U.S. territories and military bases abroad have participated. The event often features block parties, cookouts, festivals, displays, contests and visits from local law enforcement. A sparse crowd attended Daytona Beach celebration but those involved believe that the event is good for everyone. “This is great. I wish that we could get more of the folks in the neighborhood to come out. It’s great for crime awareness. It’s a great way to mix and min-
Construction begins on new Daytona Village Several elected officials, Daytona Beach City and Housing Authority employees participated in a groundbreaking ceremony for the new Daytona Village on July 26. Construction of new apartments is expected to be done in
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Residents partake of the free activities, including giveaways and food, during the National Night Out Against Crime event in Daytona Beach. Daytona Beach police used the event as a crime awareness gathering with residents. Other such events took place across the nation. gle with the cops. We are just making this a better place to live,” said Daytona Beach Police Chief Michael Chitwood.
Fourth year in Daytona This is the fourth year that the event has been held in Daytona Beach. “The event has grown to involve not only the resi-
phases says Emory Counts, Economic and Community Development director of Daytona Beach. “The number of phases will depend on how much funding can be put together and used in the project. I expect there would be at least three phases,” Counts said. Construction of the initial infrastructure has begun. Counts noted that the first units could be available before the end of 2013. The project is expected to cost $12 million total, which officials have yet to secure. Plans are for 70 two- and three-bedroom rental units.
dents but also businesses within the community now come out to enjoy it. We want to let the children and residents know the importance of working together to fight against crime,” added Quann. Law enforcement believes that it is critical that the community work with them to prevent crime. “Law enforcement cannot be everywhere. The
community is our eyes and ears. They help us in the fight. We have anonymous tip lines that have helped us in the fight against crime in the city,” expressed Quann. Daytona Beach police sees its relationship with the community as a good one with room for improvement. “I think the relationship is good, but it could always be better. We want it to be
better. We are working to earn the community’s trust so they can know that they can come to us when they have a problem. We will work and solve that problem,” added Chitwood. Similar Night Out events took place locally in surrounding cities, including Ormond Beach, Port Orange and South Daytona.
Daytona Beach officials and employees participate in the groundbreaking of Daytona Village. COURTESY OF CITY OF DAYTONA BEACH
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Daytona teen wins gold at AAU Nationals again what I try to do,” explained Atkins. Atkins is also a rising track star at Spruce Creek High School. The sophomore is learning how to balance academics and athletics. “It was definitely difficult my freshman year because I had to adjust from middle to high school. It’s starting to come together for me. It’s a work in progress,” Atkins told the Daytona Times.
BY ANDREAS BUTLER DAYTONA TIMES butleramj@yahoo.com
Xavier Atkins, 16, won the 100m and 200m dashes at the Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) Junior Olympic Games. The games were held July 25 – Aug. 4 in Houston. Atkins ran the 100 in 10.58 seconds and 200 in 21.11 seconds to win gold. “It felt good as I repeated in both events. I also got a personal best time in the 200,” responded Atkins. His gold medals were the only two for the Florida East Coast (formerly Daytona Beach) Supersonics Track and Field Club at this year’s event. In recent years, the team has won medals at the Junior Olympics, including several gold medals. “He went there with a purpose. He did what he was supposed to do. I think that he could have even run faster,” said Wonzel Morris, coach of the Supersonics.
Hard work pays off Atkins has become ac-
Eyes on Olympics Don’t be surprised to see this youngster running in the Olympics someday. “My dream is to run in the Olympics. I look up to today’s top sprinters like Usain Bolt of Jamaica and Tyson Gay of the United States. I want to win like they do. With the Olympics going on this year, it gave me more motivation to run and more of desire to win,” Atkins remarked.
Xavier Atkins, in No. 1 spot, is shown during a medal ceremony at the Junior Olympics Games in Houston. customed to winning. Over the past four years he has won eight individual gold medals. He has won the 100 and 200 in his age group from 2009-2012.
“It’s tough to duplicate success to some degree because the competition gets better and guys get faster,” commented Atkins. He attributes his success
to outworking the competition. “You have to train hard, which I think is the biggest thing. I believe that I outwork everyone else. That is
Teammates shine too Other members of the
Supersonics also had stellar performances. Here are some of the top performers who medaled by finishing in the top eight. Ten-year-old Jasmyn Dorsey (16’-3.75”) won a silver medal in the long jump. Twelve-year-old Kamron Lee (5’-2”) took silver in the high jump and was fourth in the long jump. Deshari Keith, 11, (16’-3.75’’) won a bronze in the long jump. Seabreeze High football and track star Charles Nelson (who won the state championship in the long jump in 2011) placed fourth in the long jump at the event. Travon Killings, 11, was eight in the 100 and 200. DeMarcus Hampton, 13, was sixth in high jump and seventh place in the 100 hurdles. “We did well. I’m proud of the kids. I thought that we could have at least won 20 medals. We kind of lost focus a little. We had a lot of ninth and 10th place finishes,” Morris added.
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Jenkins ready to take team all the way B-CU football coach says goal is to win national title this season BY ANDREAS BUTLER DAYTONA TIMES butleramj@yahoo.com
With the 2012 football campaign around the corner, Bethune-Cookman University held its B-CU held Media Day on Sunday, Aug. 12. Head Coach Brian Jenkins stressed keeping his team living in the moment. “We have to learn to stay in the moment. I think that sometimes we jump ahead. We can’t look forward to certain games or opponents. We have to stay focused and work the moment. We have to be consistent and master the fundamentals,” stated Jenkins. Players dressed in shirt and tie spoke to the press about the upcoming season. “At first they didn’t agree with it but now they’ve come to understand it. Our players represent us well. It’s more than just football. It’s also about making young men,” added Jenkins.
Goal: Win FCS title In his first two seasons, Jenkins led the Wildcats to an 18-5 overall record, including a 13-3 mark in the MEAC (8-3, 6-2 in 2011). The goal is to win a Football Championship Series (FCS) title. “No difference heading into this season other than having some different players and coaches. Our goal is to win a national championship. Anything else is unacceptable. Going 10-1 and 8-3 is OK, but we want to win a title. We stressed that to recruits,” commented Jenkins.
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The Wildcats are shown after winning the MEAC/SWAC Challenge in 2011. The team defeated Prairie View A&M 63-14 in front of 17, 337 fans at the Florida Citrus Bowl in Orlando. The Wildcats open their football season on Sept. 2 in the MEAC/SWAC Challenge in Orlando against Alabama State. The Wildcats practiced their first two weeks of camp at New Smyrna Beach Sports Complex. They were scheduled back on campus by Aug. 18. “It’s camp. It’s practice. It doesn’t matter where we are. We have adjusted well and it doesn’t phase us. It’s the same as on campus. New Smyrna has opened the city to us and we are thankful,” said Jenkins.
Key players Players also are excited about the upcoming season, including junior safety D.J. Howard. Howard is Spruce Creek alum and his parents are B-CU graduates. “It’s great to play here being from home. I love playing in front of the home fans. I grew up watching
Cookman games. I have many memories including the Florida Classic,” commented Howard. Pre-season All-American offensive lineman Terrence Hackney says that the team is coming together. “We are like brothers and have a family mentality. That helps our chemistry. It’s about going out there and giving our best, said Hackney. One thing is different this season as junior quarterback Jackie Wilson is the starter in camp for the first time. “The game has slowed down for me. In the past, there has been a lot of competition at the position which has helped my progression and helped me stay both focused and humble,” expressed Wilson.
Quarterback now receiver Former quarterback David Blackwell has moved to wide receiver. He started two games last season and saw action in most under center. “I like playing receiver. It’s more running than at quarterback. It’s an easy transition because I’ve played multiple positions all my life. Also, being a former QB helps because I can read defenses and coverages,” responded Blackwell. Former quarterback Matt Johnson is working with the quarterbacks this season. Wilson also will have plenty of weapons highlighted by senior wide receiver Eddie Poole and junior running back Isidore Jackson. “I don’t feel pressure as
the go-to guy. I just have to work hard and help open things up for my teammates. We are focusing on getting better, especially mentally. I think the sky is the limit,” said Poole. Added Jackson, “I’ve been in the fire. I just have to stay focused. I’m often underestimated due to my size. Also, we have a lot of weapons on this team. We are also loaded at running back. All our backs are capable.’’
Big shoes to fill Also, on the defensive side the Wildcats lost stars such as defensive end Ryan Davis along with linebackers Ryan Lewis and Reggie Sandilands. Junior linebacker Jarkevis Fields, who led the team in tackles last season, thinks
Gardner and Davis lead retooled squad BY ANDREAS BUTLER DAYTONA TIMES butleramj@yahoo.com
Bethune-Cookman held a Media Day for its volleyball team for the first time on Sunday. Isaac Raphael, the second-year head coach, looked calm while answering questions from the media. “I’m thankful that you are here. We didn’t have
B-CU VOLLEYBALL PREVIEW this last year. Practice started out tough for our girls. We have worked extremely hard on the fundamentals. I think that we are ahead of last year,” said Raphael. Senior outside hitters return after a record-breaking campaign last season. Both shattered the school’s single season record last
season as Gardner had 479 and Davis 450. “I’m looking forward to doing more this season. Last year it didn’t cross our minds until coaches started telling us. We want to continue it this year,” responded Gardner.
‘Bigger and better’ Davis agreed. “Last year was incredible. It’s amazing what we accomplished,
but we want to do bigger and better this season. I think we have a better team this year.” The two have embraced their roles as the leaders and face of the program. “It’s a new and exciting experience. It’s very humbling. We want to take it on the best way that we can. We are getting more notoriety and our hard work is paying off,” responded Davis.
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Gardner added,” It’s really a humbling experience. We don’t let it get to our heads. We can’t do it without our teammates.” Raphael is pleased to have them and is impressed with their humility. “They are both humble and great individuals. They have accepted their roles though it will be tough. I think that they are ready. I think that Gardner is one of best in the nation at her position for her size,” remarked Raphael.
More height and depth B-CU has added height with 6’ 2” Phylecia Armstrong and 6’ 1” Delicia Pierre and depth with Destiny Hudson and Monica Lowe. “They all will come in and help us. Pierre is from Trinidad and she’s a great athlete. Destiny Hudson is only 5’ 9” but can jump out the gym. We are excited to have them,” expressed Isaac. The Wildcats still have perennial powerhouse Florida A&M, defending champing Maryland Eastern-Shore, Hampton, South Carolina State and others in their way in the MEAC. “The biggest thing that we lacked last year was blocking ability. I think that we added that. We also needed confidence. I don’t know if we have ever beat FAMU. I think we are starting to believe that we can. I recruited to fix our issues against these teams. We are athletic but not as experienced. We have plenty of athletes that need more training in the game,” said Isaac. Last year: 13-19 overall and 6-4 in the MEAC. Made it to the MEAC Tour-
that they can fill those big shoes. Fields responded, “We have multiple guys who can step up. Losing those players may just motivate others to take it to another level. I think we will be OK.” The Wildcats open their season on Sept. 2 in the MEAC/SWAC Challenge in Orlando against Alabama State. The game will air live on ESPN. Jenkins downplayed rumors that suspended Louisiana State University star defensive back Tyrann Mathieu was interested in coming to B-CU. Latest reports had Mathieu announcing which school he would transfer too. Earlier, he announced he would stay at LSU as a student and hoped to return to the team next season. nament semifinal. Gone: Middle Blocker, Linda Nwabuko (163 kills, 76 total blocks), Setter Frances Rodriguez (595 assists, 5.46 assists per game, 161 digs). Returning: Outside hitter Krysta Gardner (479 kills, 4.13 kills per game, 60 service aces, 290 digs, 34 total blocks); outside hitter Janeen Davis (450 kills, 3.88 kills per game, 286 digs, 20 total blocks); libero, Jennifer Jimenez (395 digs, 30 service aces, 46 assists); setter, Aubrianna Curtis (324 assists, 131 digs, 31 total blocks). Newcomers: Middle blockers Delicia Pierre and Phylecia Armstrong; outside hitters Destiny Hudson and Libero Monica Lowe. Strengths: Outside hitters. Weaknesses: Setting. MEAC prediction: Third in MEAC Southern Division. Gardner was named to the All MEAC pre-season team. Outlook: B-CU hasn’t had a winning season since 2004. The Wildcats have an athletic and talented squad. They have added some much needed height and depth, which will make them a much-improved team. The question is whether this is the year they can compete with the likes of powerhouse Florida A&M to win their division. They believe they are closing the gap. The MEAC won’t take them lightly this year. It may be tough with a road heavy schedule. B-CU has only six home games but all are conference games. The coaching staff believes that this team is as talented as ever. Expectations are high and excitement is in the air. How quick these ladies gel and the youngsters gain experience and confidence may be the key. Nonetheless, good things are expected out of the Wildcats. Of note: Gardner has 821 career kills and is third on the school’s all-time career list. She is on pace to past the all-time career mark of 1,060 held by Melissa Sanders.
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Bringing more awareness to multiple sclerosis Presidential candidate’s wife has opened up in recent months about health battle with multiple sclerosis BY CYNTHIA DIZIKES CHICAGO TRIBUNE (MCT)
There’s a common saying among people who have multiple sclerosis: If you’ve met one person with MS, you’ve met one person with MS. Each person’s experience with the disease — from the age they got it to the way it has affected their body — is so unique, MS can’t be generalized. For some, MS simply leaves them feeling tired. Others are plagued by periodic difficulties in walking or thinking. Still others may lose permanent use of their arms and legs and become paralyzed.
Degenerative disease Multiple Sclerosis, a degenerative disease that attacks the brain and spinal cord, can be as emotionally destructive as it can be physically damaging, said Gloria Crews-McAdoo, who started the “I CAN” MS support group in Chicago after her son was diagnosed with the disease. “It is the uncertainty of MS,” Crews-McAdoo said. “If you don’t know what’s going to happen to you from one day to the next it is very frightening.” While the National Multiple Sclerosis Society estimates that about 400,000 Americans have the disease, MS has gained more attention this year because Republican presidential nominee Mitt Romney’s wife, Ann, has it.
Anne Romney’s battle Diagnosed with MS in 1998, Ann Romney in recent months has opened up about her battles with fatigue, depression and mobility, suggesting her experience may help shape her goals as first lady should her husband be elected. The stories of those living with
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Beverly Johnson, 64, of Chicago, poses for portrait in her South Side home in Chicago on June 28. She has struggled with multiple sclerosis for 19 years.
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MS in the Chicago area show the many paths the disease can take and the varied ways people have chosen to navigate its uncharted course. Beverly Johnson, who also has MS, dreads sum-
mer The heat seeps into her body, tweaking the nerves that cross her brain and wind down her spinal column. So during hot spells, Johnson, 64, relaxes in her air-conditioned South Side home in Chicago. She
devours dozens of mystery and romance novels on her Kindle. She waits until evening to water her Impatiens and Hydrangea. “I have found out that two things really trigger me to not do as well: heat and stress,” Johnson said on a recent night, sitting beside her husband on their backyard deck. “So I really try to do everything I can to take care of myself.”
Ignored recommendations In 1993, Johnson was driving to the post office when her fingertips felt numb. She later noticed her grip had weakened. Doctors diagnosed Johnson with MS, but she initially ignored
their treatment recommendations because her symptoms remained so mild. Despite residual tingling in her hands and feet, Johnson continued to live as she always had until a family gathering in the summer of 2002 when the extreme heat gave her such bad vertigo she could barely walk. For days after, Johnson used a walker and then, eventually, affixed a rubber end to one of the African walking sticks she collects to turn it into a cane.
Taking control For the first time, Johnson said she realized the seriousness of MS.
She retired several months early and started working out. She began injecting herself daily with a drug meant to slow the disease. About two years ago, Johnson also applied for a handicap placard for her vehicle. When it arrived in the mail — the word “permanent” inscribed on its shiny, blue plastic — she cried. Yet Johnson said she is grateful, especially on hot days, that she has it. Those types of uncomfortable decisions, Johnson has tried to remind herself in recent years, are part of taking as much control of life as possible. “You can’t let fear keep you from living the best quality of life you can,” she said.
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