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Honorary degrees for civil rights martyrs B-CU to honor Harriette and Harry T. Moore at graduation BY DAYTONA TIMES STAFF
When Harry T. Moore was killed in 1951, he had been fighting for racial equality since at least 1934, the year he started an NAACP chapter in Brevard County. As Florida’s
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state field secretary for the NAACP, he fought for equal pay for teachers and denounced violent atrocities against Blacks.
On Christmas night 1951, the Moores had just gone to bed when a bomb exploded – on their 25th wedding anniversary. Harry Moore was killed instantly. His wife, Harriette, died nine days later. At the time of the bombing, Harry Moore had been registering large numbers of Blacks to vote and protesting the circumstances around a rape trial in Groveland — including the killings of two of the defen-
dants by the Lake County sheriff. In 2006, investigators said four long-dead Ku Klux Klan members had been behind the bombing.
Bethune grads The Moores, who had been educators and administrators in Brevard’s Black schools, received degrees from then-BethuneCookman College. So did Please see B-CU, Page 2
The home of Harriette and Harry T. Moore was bombed on Christmas night, 1951. The couple died from injuries sustained in the bombing.
School board blasted for teacher dispute, approving uniforms BY DAYTONA TIMES STAFF
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Forough B. Hosseini, center, Food Brings Hope founder and chair, chats with students from Turie T. Small Elementary at Daytona State College’s annual holiday concert and dinner.
A holiday treat: College visit Daytona State hosts hundreds of local students for dinner concert and tour COMPILED BY DAYTONA TIMES STAFF
Hundreds of students in the Food Brings Hope program were treated to dinner, a concert and a tour by Daytona State College on Dec. 4. This was the college’s sixth year in a row hosting students in the non-profit program for a holiday event. Students from 12 local schools participated. The holiday festivities began with dinner in the college’s Student Center sponsored by Sodexo and served by Daytona State’s volleyball and softball Please see HOLIDAY, Page 2
Allen Chapel to honor centenarian at Sunday service BY DAYTONA TIMES STAFF
Every Monday, Samuel James “Coach Rip’’ Collins can be found playing tennis at Derbyshire Park. The former football and baseball coach takes no medication and leads an active life, which includes noonday Bible studies at Allen Chapel A.M.E. Church, where he is a member. On Sunday, Dec. 13, Mr. Collins celebrates his 100th birthday, which will include a tribute by Pastor Nathan Mugala and the Allen Chapel church family. Mr.
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Westside Elementary KidsZone students pose with Santa and Mrs. Claus before the start of Daytona State’s holiday event.
Collins’ son, Thaddeus, told the Daytona Times this week that there also will be a small family celebration for the centenarian, which will include his children and grandkids. Thaddeus Collins credits his father’s lifestyle for Samuel his good health. James “He was a coach for Collins years and he told me he tried a cigarette once and he never tasted any kind of alcohol,” he noted, adding, “I think the main thing is he lives a nonstressful, peaceful life.’’
Standout player Born in Quincy in 1915 and educated in the public school system of Gadsden County, Mr. Collins earned his “Coach
Rip’’ nicknamed decades ago because of his ability as a baseball hitter and fielder. A football college scholarship brought him to Daytona Beach where he attended Bethune-Cookman College (now University). He graduated in 1947, the last year founder Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune served as president. He married his college sweetheart, Ollye Eichelberger, in March 1942. They have two living children – Thaddeus and daughter Sonya. Son Samuel III died in 1997. Mr. Collins and his wife are still married after more than five decades.
Pioneer coach “Coach Rip’’ has had successful coaching careers in Walton and Volusia counties in football, basketball and baseball. He started a football program at Tivoli High School in Walton County.
Students, parents and educators expressed their disappointment with the Volusia County School Board on Tuesday over a teachers union dispute as well as the board’s approval of school uniforms. On Tuesday, local teachers and parents marched from the Volusia County administration building to the district headquarters, urging board members to agree with the teachers union for raises. School administrators say they would have to go into the district’s reserve funds to give raises and they aren’t willing to do that. The union has vowed that the teachers will only work for hours they are paid.
Uniforms in 2016 The Volusia County School Board voted 4-1 Tuesday to approve uniforms despite protests from students and parents. Another public hearing on the issue is required and will be held early next year. The basic uniform will consist of: • A white polo-style shirt (short or long sleeved). A principal can designated up to two more school colors for shirts. • Navy blue, black or tan pants, shorts, capris, skirts, skorts or jumpers. • Closed toed shoes for elementary and middle school students. Sandals will be allowed for high school students. • Fastened belt, if loops are visible Principals can suspend the policy to accommodate special events like school spirit days. A memorandum stated that there would be a “progressive discipline process for violation of the uniform requirement, which starts with a verbal warning. It adds that “no student may be suspended out-of school for violation of the uniform requirement.’’ According to his son, Mr. Collins was the first football coach at Campbell Jr. High School and the first baseball coach at Spruce Creek High School. Throughout his career, Mr. Collins helped countless athletes who wanted to attend college find the funds to do so. “Anyone playing any sports, he made sure they got scholarships,” his son noted. Mr. Collins also was a history teacher, one of two teachers selected to integrate schools in Volusia County. He is a member of the Florida Football Coaches Hall of Fame, and has been a member of other professional, social and civic organizations. He also has received numerous awards as a coach and educator. Mr. Collins will be honored Sunday during Allen Chapel’s second service, which begins at 9:45 a.m. The church is at 580 George W. Engram Blvd., Daytona Beach.
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Palm Coast sets housing rehab workshop The City of Palm Coast will hold a workshop on housing rehabilitation opportunities for qualified individuals who want to repair and upgrade their homes. The workshop, scheduled for 5:30 p.m. Monday, Dec. 14, will provide information as to how the public can qualify for this program. The presentation will be held in the Community Wing of the new Palm Coast City Hall, 160 Lake Ave. The workshop will open up a 30-day application period for the program. To qualify for funds, residents must be homeowners and the home must be their
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primary residence. The owner must not be delinquent in his/her mortgage payment and must meet income guidelines. For example, a family of four must make less than $44,250 in order to qualify. This year, qualified applicants also will be eligible for home improvements related to wind and storm mitigation. For more information, contact Cindi Lane at 386-986-3708 or clane@palmcoastgov.com.
DeLand church to present candlelight concerts The choir of Trinity United Methodist Church will host its annual candlelight concerts on Friday, Dec. 18, and Saturday, Dec. 19, beginning at 7 p.m. nightly.
The work to be performed this year is titled “Let There Be Christmas,” which will include celebrative songs of praise to reflective carols of peace. The church is at 306 W. Wisconsin Ave.
calling 904-762-8609 or visiting www.getcoveredamerica.org/connector. Walk-ins are also welcome, but will have a longer wait time.
Presbyterian church to Affordable Care Act cantata assistance available at library present The United Presbyterian Church Choir Trained navigators will offer enrollment assistance from noon to 6 p.m. Mondays and 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursdays through Jan. 28 (except Dec. 24) at the Daytona Beach Regional Library, 105 E. Magnolia Avenue, Daytona Beach. Navigators will also be available from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 23; and from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 9. Appointments may be scheduled by
will present a cantata titled “A Love to Save the World’’ at 10 a.m. Dec. 13. Richard Butler, United’s choir director, is coordinating this special event. The cantata is free and open to the public. The church is located at 730 Beville Road, Daytona Beach. For further information, contact the church at 386-253-2324.
‘Smokey Joe’s Café’ auditions Monday The Mike Curb College of Music, Entertainment and Art at Daytona State College will conduct open auditions for “Smokey Joe’s Café’’ from 3 to 6 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 14, on the college’s Daytona Beach Campus, Goddard Performance Hall (bldg. 230), Choir Room. The musical celebrates the golden age of rock n’ roll, boasting the longest running musical revue in Broadway history. Auditions will be held for the following roles: • Victor - part of the quartet, this preening bad-boy has comic overtones. • Adrian - part of the quartet, he is slow but witty. • Ken - part of the quartet, he’s the smoothie. • Fred - part of the quartet, he’s the implacable bass who’s seen it all and refuses to get upset about it. • Michael - should be able to evoke a memory of Elvis without doing an impression or camping his way through a “Grease’’-inspired parody. • B.J. - a female character inspired by the titanic rhythm-and-blues shouter Big Mama Thornton, who recorded the original version of Hound Dog. Big Mama was a woman of size, arrogance and great good humor. • Delee - should evoke both the innocence of the teenage girls who fell in love with Elvis, Dion, Fabian and Frankie Avalon. She is Brenda Lee, but sometimes she wants to be Jayne Mansfield. • Pattie - the throaty voice of experience; a little older-but-wiser, she anchors the more serious moments, and may even seem to come from a slightly later period (Janis Joplin, Tracy Nelson, Bonnie Raitt) than the rest of the company. • Brenda - the combination of savvy, wit, brains and beauty born of the line of stunning rock-n’-roll divas including Ruth Brown, LaVern Baker, Tina Turner and Patti LaBelle. Participants should prepare a one-minute pop/rock song from the ’50s/60s, preferably music from the show. Bring comfortable clothing and be prepared to move. Production dates for Smokey Joe’s Café are Feb. 26-28 and March 4-5. Rehearsals begin Jan. 11. For more information about the auditions, call 386-226-1903 or email SternS@DaytonaState.edu.
Just being neighborly A Daytona Beach Neighborhood Watch Association held its recent holiday party at Living Faith Word Ministry. Local elected officials attended the event, helping to spread holiday cheer and assisting with serving residents. At right, Daytona Police Captain Jakari Young is shown with Commissioner Patrick Henry, Mayor Derrick Henry and his son. In the photo above, new president Juaneta Minton, left, shares a light moment with other members. Commissioner Paula Reed helps serve food at the party. PHOTOS BY DUANE C. FERNANDEZ SR./ HARDNOTTSPHOTOGRAPHY.COM
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Evangeline Moore, pictured in 1999, holds photos of her parents Harry T. and Harriette Moore. The Moores were killed Christmas Day, 1951 when their Mims, Florida house was firebombed. Evangeline Moore died this year.
from Page 1 their two daughters, Annie and Juanita. The civil rights martyrs will receive posthumous honorary doctorate degrees on Saturday during Bethune-Cookman University’s fall commencement. The ceremony begins at 10 a.m. at the Mary McLeod Bethune Performing Arts Center, 698 W. International Speedway Blvd. Daytona Beach. A B-CU release stated that the Moores will be honored “for their impact on the nation, the State of Florida and this immediate community.’’ Drapher “Skip” Pagan Jr., the Moores’ grandson, will accept the degrees on behalf of his family. Pagan is the son of Evangeline Moore, who sought to preserve the often-forgotten legacy of her parents. Evangeline Moore, died in October at her New Carrollton, Md. She was 85.
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ary doctorate degree will be Terry Prather, former executive at SeaWorld Orlando. Prather also will give the commencement address. Prather, a 30-year veteran in tourism and hospitality, is the former president of SeaWorld Orlando and senior vice president of operations across the company’s 11 parks throughout the country. He was the first African-American to lead a major theme park in the U.S. Prather is a member of B-CU’s board of trustees and has served on many other boards, including the Smithsonian National Zoo,
Orlando Regional Economic Development Commission, Greater Washington Sports Alliance, and the New Orleans Convention and Visitors Bureau.
Honors for former Walt Disney VP Bob Billingslea, an influential Walt Disney executive, also will receive an honorary doctorate. He is the former vice president of Corporate Urban Affairs and Development for the Walt Disney Company, and has been influential in social change and diversity for nearly five decades.
Billingslea spent 43 years with Walt Disney prior to becoming an advisor for several organizations and special projects. He is involved in many community and professional efforts including the NAACP, B-CU’s board of trustees, the Boys and Girls Club of Central Florida, Orlando Urban League, Congressional Black Caucus Foundation, Kappa Alpha Psi and Sigma Pi Phi fraternities. The university is expected to confer more than 220 degrees during Saturday’s commencement.
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team members. During the evening, schools were taken on a guided tour of the campus by Student Government Association. The visiting students also were able to learn about and visit departments such as culinary, cosmetology, welding, science, and photography. The tour’s aim was to familiarize them with what college classrooms look like and what degrees they can think about attaining. More than 400 students and Food Brings Hope sponsors participated in the event.
Classical music too The students also were treated to a musical extravaganza by Daytona State’s music department. Food Bring Hope offers school-based programs termed “KidsZone” in el-
ementary schools and “TeenZone” in the upper grades) that provide meals, tutoring and activities for at-risk students. “I loved the classical music at the concert. I was in TeenZone last year, and I was so happy that we got to come again,” said Camron Thomas, a seventhgrader at Campbell Middle School. “Bringing our students onto a college campus teaches them that college is not a scary place. We hope that this visit has opened their eyes to the many opportunities available to them,” said Forough B. Hosseini, Food Brings Hope founder and chair. “The campus tour and concert are some of the enrichment activities we provide for our students so that they are able to reach their fullest potential.’’ For more information about Food Brings Hope, visit www.FoodBringsHope.org.
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Flagler kids benefit from AACS’ 22nd holiday event The African American Cultural Society’s (AACS) 22nd Annual Holiday Gift-Giving was more than wishing the joy of the season. It brought pleasures in gifts to children from the Flagler Child Developmental Center, the King’s Kids Academy and Preschool, the Family Life Center, Flagler Head Start, youngsters from Espanola, Bunnell, Palm Coast, and other areas within the county. Mr. and Mrs. Santa Claus (Berkeley O. Chandler, Jr. and Melissa Arnold) gave away sacks of unwrapped toys and gifts, which, frequently, were larger than the youngsters themselves. Beverly, Berkeley Chandler’s real wife, commented that the gift-giving “was nice, and the kids were adorable.” A friend she ran into told her that “the AACS is one of the best organizations around for kids.” “Looking at the children’s faces as they watch the elves pass Santa’s gift bag of toys is such a delight,” said Melissa Arnold, who depicts Mrs. Santa Claus. “Their eyes light up as Santa Claus talks to them and hands them their big bag of presents. I can’t help but smile when I look at some of those children’s big ole Kool-Aid grin as they look at the photos of us together.” The holiday party was hosted by Chairman June Bethel and the Gift-Giving Committee. Joys of the season were provided by entertainment and refreshments, and Loretta Bryant’s reading “Twas The Night Before Christmas.” Cherished memories for parents were gift certificates from Golden Corral, Publix, Carrabba’s, Marshalls, and other establishments. The committee expressed sincere appreciation for the generous donations from their members and friends.
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Jazz event evokes fond memories Loyce Nottage Allen sends greetings of love and joy to those who attended “An Evening of Jazz History & Art.” The presentation was the association of Loyce Nottage Allen and Laurence Walden Productions. “Because of you,” wrote Allen, “it was indeed an evening of excellence and memories to be stored in our memory banks for a very long time. “Your support means more than words could ever express! Walden and I both thank you for entrusting us to a grand evening in Palm Coast! “For those of you who missed the event, we indeed look forward to seeing you at the next one. We are in the process of planning an event in Black History Month...” The entertainment factor was an accompaniment of light refreshments, cash bar, door prizes and jazz vocalists Laurence “Blinky” Walden and Linda Cole. Instrumentation was provided by the Jazz Connection and visual art by Walden. This was a first for the Jazz Connection performing in Palm Coast. But, by the attendees’ response, it will not be the last! The event was held at the African American Cultural Society.
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The holiday gift-giving was camaraderie with a mix of entertainment and Loretta Bryant’s reading of “Twas The Night Before Christmas.” Leadership Flagler Class 23 considers a Backyard Expansion & Makeover of the Family Life Center, the only certified domestic violence shelter in Flagler County. Cindi Lane, Communications & Marketing Manager for the City of Palm Coast, writes that Leadership Flagler is a program sponsored by the Flagler County Chamber of Commerce to educate business professionals about all aspects of the community. It is a program tradition to give back to the community through community service projects. The year’s Leadership Flagler class is seeking donations for the much-needed Backyard Expansion & Makeover to the center, which provides emergency temporary housing, crisis intervention and counseling for women and children at its 32-bed certified domestic violence shelter. So far this year, 206 women and children have sought refuge at the shelter, staying an average of eight weeks. Space is tight and the existing backyard play area for children is too small and in great need of new playground
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equipment, painting a mural on the fence, re-sodding the yard, replanting two large garden boxes, providing safety improvements, and building a pergola to provide shade, where families can gather while the children play safely in the outdoor space. The project cost is approximately $9,000, where a portion already has been raised from the Leadership Flagler class. All donations are tax-deductible and payable at the Backyard Expansion & Makeover page of the Family Life Center’s website: www.familylifecenterflagler.org/ backyardmakeover.html. Checks can be directed to Family Life Center, P.O. Box 2058, Bunnell, Fla. 32110. Also, Leadership Flagler is accepting donations of supplies such as sod, garden plants and building materials.
The Edward Waters Alumni Choir, along with the First Church Choir, will give performances of the oratorio and will feature Nathaniel Shropshire, III, bass; Francesca Scott, alto; Irma Marria Adams, soprano; and Drickus Horne, tenor. Celebrate “The Messiah” in two performances at First Church. The presentations begin 4 p.m., Dec. 19 and 20. The ticket price for each grand performance is $20 per person. To order tickets, call the church at 386-446-5759. The Rev. Dr. Gillard S. Glover serves as pastor of First Church, located at 91 Old Kings Road North, Palm Coast. ••• As always, remember our prayers for the sick, afflicted and bereaved.
First Church presenting ‘Messiah’ Dec. 19 and 20
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Handel’s holiday classic, “Messiah,” will bring musical magic in performances to begin the winter celebrations.
Birthday wishes to Erica Malloy, Sunny Delaney, Dec. 10; Rayna K. Henderson, Trevor Brown, Dec. 15; Christine H. Robinson, Linda Sharpe Matthews, Dec. 16.
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Can I get a witness – or an endorsement? One of the saddest displays I recently witnessed was the debacle surrounding several members of the Black clergy and their political meeting that was touted as an endorsement of Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump. I have been a big proponent of Black people not putting all of their eggs in one basket. I encourage Black people to avoid straight-ticket voting in elections. It’s my belief and stance that we, as Black people, should develop our own collective agenda and present it to every candidate, regardless of political party. According to Merriam-Webster, an “agenda” is “a list or outline of things to be considered or done.” An agenda lists the meeting activities in the order they’ll be presented from beginning to end. Having an agenda allows participants to familiarize themselves with the purpose of the meeting and the topics being discussed, while determining what outcomes and deliverables every participant may expect from the meeting. The difference between having a meeting with or without an agenda could spell the difference between success and chaos. Having a meeting with an agenda can lessen arguments, control emotional responses, increase productivity, build unity and respect the time of every participant. Having a real agenda in place challenges everyone in the meeting to have a greater sense of un-
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Black ministers must step up and use their voices, influence and resources to go beyond building fancy edifices. Black ministers need to be voices that are respected again. derstanding and control of their emotions, so that everyone is in agreement with the overall goals and objectives being more important than selfish outcomes.
No agenda I don’t have a problem with any Black person meeting with candidates from any particular political party. However, I have a problem when you have that meeting without having a plan of action or an agenda. That is what we saw when a collection of Black ministers met Trump in New York. The rhetoric spewed by the Black ministers that spoke before
Don’t let small-dollar loans ruin your holidays In this wonderful time of the year when family and friends gather in good cheer to celebrate the holidays, nearly everyone has lists. From greeting cards to shopping for gifts, decorations and more, lists are made and reviewed to keep pace with the barrage of seasonal activities. But if holiday lists seem bigger than budgets, turning to a highcost, small-dollar loan can turn joy and merriment into a financial quagmire. The good news is that with a timely reality check, most consumers can avoid holiday financial nightmares.
Walk on by A key step is to walk or drive past the brightly-colored signs advertising high-cost, small-dollar loans. Both payday and car ti-
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tle loans can provide quick cash, but the harms caused by these loans will likely linger past the winter’s cold. Most importantly, these predatory loans often lead to consumers paying more in interest and fees than for the money borrowed. Research by the Center for Responsible Lending (CRL) has found that predatory payday loans generate $3.5 billion in fees from repeat borrowers who are unable to fully repay the original loan, usually in two weeks’ time. With average annual interest rates
Should we wipe it all away? Despite racist vitriol characterizing Blacks as “dirty,” most of us were reared in an environment where “cleanliness was next to godliness.” With the hectic pace of our world, these lessons still guide our behaviors. While we can wipe away the dirt that will work its way into our lives, the same cannot be said for the “dirt” that crept its way into our national history and traditions. In this tradition is the story of former President Woodrow Wilson and the current initiative to remove his name from Princeton University, where he also served as president.
A true picture Woodrow Wilson is the president credited with the task of leading America through World
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War I and as the architect of the League of Nations, the precursor to the United Nations. Now, through the efforts of student activists, a TRUE picture of Wilson emerges. History accurately recounts Wilson as an ardent racist and segregationist. These student activists have launched an active campaign to remove his name from the record of Princeton University. I understand, but I have mixed feelings about this effort. Wilson’s record as U.S. president was dramatic in efforts to eliminate Blacks from the federal
and after the meeting deeply disturbed me. I watched an interview between TV One’s News One Now host Roland Martin and Dr. Steve Parson, pastor of the Richmond Christian Center in Richmond, Va. I cringed as Parson, who leads a congregation of thousands, was unable to effectively communicate one thing during a two-hour meeting with Trump that would benefit the African-American community. Dr. Parson could not cite any specific public policy issues of substance that were discussed in the meeting with Trump. The same thing was clear with all of the Black ministers who have spoken about the meeting.
No specifics They have spouted off about Trump promising to bring jobs to the Black community and supporting financial literacy and encouraging entrepreneurship, but nothing of substance was discussed concerning concrete plans to address unemployment, home ownership, small business lending disparity, education, mass incarceration, police brutality and other important issues in the Black community. In all, it was just another meeting with no real agenda, held with Black people who have the ability to influence – but are not on the frontlines of many of these important issues. It is sad. I love the way Pastor Jamal Bryant of The Empowerment Temple Church in Baltimore described his fellow Black ministers
at 391 percent, 9 out of every 10 payday loans go to borrowers who get trapped in five or more loans per year. Like payday loans, car title loans are often marketed as an easy way to get cash without a credit check – but with interest rates that tend to be 20-30 times higher than that of credit cards. The average car title loan of $500 can only be secured by signing a personally-owned car as collateral. Further, the loan will only be a fraction of the marketable value of the vehicle. While the lender holds onto a car title, the borrower is faced with triple-digit interest and in the worst cases, the loss of personal transportation.
Other dangers As harmful as payday and car title loans are, other seemingly harmless small-dollar transactions can also cause financial havoc. If you believe pre-paid cards will always avoid financial ripoffs, think again. Before paying cash for this convenient form of
workforce. A native Virginian, he was an ardent segregationist who made segregating Blacks a priority when he could not fire them. As president of Princeton, he discouraged a prospective Black student from applying with the warning that it was “altogether inadvisable for a colored man to enter Princeton.”
Acknowledged racist By any standard, then or now, Wilson was a racist. The current issue is whether his name should remain on Princeton’s School of Public and International Affairs. Reared in the South, I know the pain and insult one feels in response to the obvious and insidious symbols of racism. I can imagine the disgust felt by Princeton students as they move past the edifice named for a blatant racist – former president or not. Using the current vernacular, “I feel them!” With the breadth and depth of racism in this country, my personal conflict comes from a desire to eliminate the insult of rac-
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who met with Trump. Bryant called them “prostitutes” who were simply seeking “their 15 minutes of fame.” He said “they are prostituting themselves and, in essence, the Black church.”
Called them out Bryant refused to attend the Trump meeting and went on social media to call out every Black minister whose name was listed on a flyer that promoted the meeting. He accused those who did go to meeting of “selling out” for a moment in the national spotlight. Bryant also criticized the Black ministers who chastised him for working with Min. Louis Farrakhan and with the Black Lives Matter movement. Yet those same ministers chose to meet with Trump, who has public-
plastic, read all of the fine print that explains the terms and fees that come with its usage. Terms and options can and do vary significantly. Many include a range of fees from activation, to learning your current balances, reloading monies and in some cases fees for inactivity. By the time all applicable fees are assessed, the amount of money actually available on that prepaid card can shrink and shortchange how far it can help on purchases.
Keep track Similarly, the convenience of debit cards can easily trigger overdraft charges for consumers with slim or no checking account cushions. By keeping track of receipts and balancing checkbooks, consumers using debit cards can usually limit or avoid overdraft fees. Failure to keep track of expenditures on the card can lead to multiple overdraft fees in a single billing cycle. Worst of all, most consumers using their debit cards never real-
ism versus acknowledging the problem and working toward reconciliation and/or recompense as a goal. Most who know OUR history think it’s a fool’s errand to attempt to pull down every statue or rename every road, street or building that bears the name of a traitor to the nation or an avowed racist. The number of names is simply too great to accomplish that purpose – and they continue to grow. Instead, I believe we should identify known racists, highlight the injury they have caused, and find a vehicle of recompense.
Righting the wrong Using the Princeton example, establishing a perpetual scholarship for Black students majoring in government or public policy may right more wrongs than removing a name. Establishing a mandatory course for ALL students of the Wilson School focusing on the political and social damage caused by the ‘Wilson Effect’ would give students reason
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ly been disrespectful to Blacks, Hispanics, women, the disabled, and many more. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., stated that “our lives begin to end, the day we become silent about the things that matter.” If Black people are to respect the Black church and consider it relevant to their lives, Black ministers must go beyond simply meeting with political candidates. Black ministers must step up and use their voices, influence and resources to go beyond building fancy edifices. Black ministers need to be voices that are respected again.
Jeffrey L. Boney is an awardwinning journalist for the Houston Forward Times newspaper. Contact him at jb on e y1@t e x a sbu sin e s s alliance.org.
ize the overdraft fees incurred until the next bank statement is received, weeks after the purchases were made. Depending upon your bank or credit union, overdraft fees vary in cost as well as an acceptable number to keep accounts open. Too many overdrafts can lead to involuntary account closures. CRL research shows that although overdraft fees vary by institution, the average $35 overdraft fee on a debit card is double the amount of the overdraft itself. To date, at least 14 banks have been sued for changing the order of debit-card purchases to maximize fees. This holiday season, try adding a full measure of practical sense to help your dollars preserve the spirit of the season and all of its celebrations.
Charlene Crowell is the Communications Manager for State Policy & Outreach with the Center for Responsible Lending. Contact her at Charlene.crowell@responsiblelending.org.
to question the racist decisions of the past and amplify their understanding of the ignorance upon which it’s based and the negativity it brings to our lives. In an organized effort to rename the Russell Senate Building in Washington, D.C., we were unable to convince a sufficient number in the United States Senate to support that effort. All acknowledged Russell’s racist dictums, but few were willing to open the door of conflict a renaming of the building would open. We were, instead, able to leverage Russell’s racist image into concessions that brought us a Senate apology for slavery. We cannot eliminate the dirt of our nation’s past by trying to forget. We must use the injustice as a starting point to clean house.
Dr. E. Faye Williams is national chair of the National Congress of Black Women, Inc. Contact her via www.nationalcongressbw.org.
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MONEY MATTERS Watch for warning signs that your aging parents need help FROM FAMILY FEATURES
If you’ve been entrusted to assist an elderly relative with scheduling preventive exams and putting a health care plan in place, you may struggle with knowing when it’s time to take on a greater role in other aspects of their life. That’s why now is the perfect time to look for warning signs that your loved ones might be suffering from a decline in financial ability. Despite years of accumulated knowledge and experience, it is likely that at some point your loved ones’ financial capability will be challenged as they age, making it more difficult to competently handle money-related matters on their own. And this decline can occur even if illnesses, such as Alzheimer’s or dementia, are not present. Establishing a plan to manage your parents’ finances is an important task in their senior
years, particularly if you intend to engage other family members in the process. A survey from the National Endowment for Financial Education (NEFE) found that 86 percent of people want their family to help with financial matters if they become unable. However, nearly 7 in 10 say their family dynamics prevent that from happening. According to the survey, 58 percent of families experience disagreements, conflicts or confrontation with others when aging affects financial decision making. Whether you’re a child or family member who has been enlisted to help or even chart ing your own financial future, approaching these discussions with candor and an open mind is critical. “Especially if you’re accustomed to handling money matters privately, learning to talk more candidly about your finances may be uncomfortable,” said Ted Beck, president
and CEO of NEFE. “However, allowing trusted individuals to take a closer look at your accounts can help you establish a realistic plan for the future, and help flag any potential concerns.” One way Beck recommends protecting your parents is to allow view-only access to let loved ones help monitor for unusual activity on your banking and credit accounts. If restrictions to unauthorized users prohibit this, you can set up an alert program (via email or text) when a transaction over a set amount occurs. Also, remember to perform regular credit checks to avoid scams and identity theft. Check the three major reporting bureaus and stagger the reports to get one every four months. Additional tools and resources are available at smartaboutmoney.org to help ensure your loved ones’ finances stay healthy through these golden years.
FINANCIAL WARNING SIGNS New dents, scratches and dings on your aging parent’s car might be a sign of deteriorating driving ability. These are pretty obvious warning signs. With impaired financial decision making, the signs may not be quite as obvious, but if you know what to look for you might be able to spot it early. 1. Is the aging person taking longer to complete financial tasks? Does she struggle with everyday efforts like preparing bills for mailing, reconciling bank statements or organizing paperwork? 2. Is the person missing key details in financial documents? Are bills piling up and has he missed a payment? Is he able to prioritize his regular responsibilities? 3. Is your aging parent experiencing problems with everyday arithmetic? Maybe you recently went out to dinner with mom and dad, and while paying, they took an inordinate amount of time to calculate the appropriate tip. 4. Have you noticed a decreased understanding of financial concepts with your loved ones? Are they having increased difficulty comprehending health care matters like deductibles, or are they having a hard time understanding the bank statements they receive? 5. Are they having new difficulty identifying investment risks? Are they able to minimize the risks in potential investments? Did they recently fall victim to fraud or a scam because they could not spot the liabilities? Pay extra attention toward looking for the warning signs of mental and financial decline. Most importantly, take the time to talk to your parents about their wishes and how you can help them.
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Randy Holmes, a junior forward from St. Louis, made 13 points during the MEAC opener Monday night in Daytona Beach.
Study: US teens exercise just 39 minutes a day BY KAREN KAPLAN LOS ANGELES TIMES (TNS)
Researchers have a prescription for improving the health of America’s teens: Get more exercise at school. Public health experts recommend that kids spend at least 30 minutes of the school day engaged in moderate to vigorous physical activity. That would get them halfway to the goal of exercising for at least an hour each day. To make that happen, schools would need to devote 7.5 percent of their instructional time to physical fitness. Instead, students are spending a mere 4.8 percent of the school day — or 23.2 minutes — improving their
bodies instead of their minds, according to a study published Tuesday in the journal Pediatrics. “Because adolescents spend so much time at school, even a small increase in the proportion of at-school time spent physically active could lead to meaningful increases in overall physical activity and metabolic health,” the study authors wrote.
Bodies, grades suffer American teens have a reputation for being among the most sedentary in the world, with only 8 percent getting the recommended 60 minutes of exercise a day. That exercise deficit sets them up for a host of chronic dis-
eases, including diabetes and heart disease. It also saps their brainpower and causes their grades to suffer, studies show. To see when and where teens were (and weren’t) getting exercise throughout the day, researchers outfitted 549 volunteers from Seattle and Baltimore with GPS monitors and activity trackers. The trackers recorded their location and their movement once every 30 seconds for about a week. The volunteers — all between the ages of 12 and 16 — spent more of their waking hours at school than anywhere else, according to the GPS readings. On average, they passed 42 percent of their time at school, 28 percent at home, 13 percent in their neighborhoods, 4 percent near their schools and the rest elsewhere.
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Mario Moody had a double-double of 20 points and 12 rebounds as Bethune-Cookman beat South Carolina State 69-54 in its Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) opener Monday in Moore Gym. Randy Holmes and Diamante Lewis each added 13, with Lewis scoring seven on the Wildcats’ 10-0 run that started the game. Holmes also posted a doubledouble, snagging 11 rebounds. Quinton Forrest added 10 points as Bethune-Cookman (4-4 overall, 1-0 MEAC) won its conference opener for the first time since 2011. After the 10-0 run, the Wildcat defense blocked more South Carolina State (4-5,1-1) shots (seven) than the Bulldogs made (six) en route to a 27-13 halftime lead. Four Holmes free throws pushed the Wildcat lead to 31-13 in the opening minute of the second half. South Carolina State got as close as 50-40 on a Greg Mortimer three-pointer with 7:39 left, but a 15-5 run gave Bethune-Cookman a 65-45 lead with 3:06 left on a LaRon Smith jumper. Tashombe Riley scored 12 points, Eric Eaves 11 and Ed Stephens 10 points for the Bulldogs. The Wildcats are 4-4 after eight games. The Wildcats face Akron Saturday.
ers revealed that the students averaged 39.4 minutes of moderate to vigorous physical activity over the course of each day. On school days, 55 percent of those minutes were tallied at school. When weekends were factored in, 42 percent of the week’s total exercise occurred on school grounds. The amount of time teens spent exercising was more than 25 percent higher on school days than on weekend days, according to the study. Although schools accounted for biggest share of total exercise, they were also the places where teens were most likely to be sedentary. Over the course of an entire week, only 4.8 percent of time at school was spent getting exercise. That compared with 5.3 percent of time at home, 9.5 percent of time in one’s neighborhood, 9.7 percent of time near school and 7.1 percent of time in other places.
No ethnic difference In each of these locations, boys got more exercise than girls, the researchers found. Policymakers should keep that in mind when designing programs to boost physical fitness among teens, the study authors wrote. The analysis turned up no differences in exercise patterns based on teens’ race or ethnicity, or whether their parents had a college degree. In addition to endorsing more physical education at school, the researchers suggested that teens spend more time in the areas near their homes and schools, since those were places where teens tended to be more active. “Increasing time in home and school neighborhoods might increase physical activity, partly by reducing time spent in less active locations,” they wrote.
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White House’s Christmas celebration defies terrorism fears ebrate the opening of the Christmas season.” As the president was joined by the first family to light the tree, watching over them were members of the Secret Service on top of the White House, standing beside the flag poll that honored the San Bernardino victims. The audience sang Christmas carols – everything from “Silent Night” to a closing round of “Jingle Bells,’’ led by the president.
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An annual tradition, First Lady Michelle Obama reads the book, “Twas the Night Before Christmas,’’ surrounded by children and Miss Piggy of “The Muppets.’’ BY HAZEL TRICE EDNEY TRICE EDNEY NEWS WIRE
With the White House flag flying at half-staff in the wake of America’s most recent mass shooting, thousands gathered in President’s Park Dec. 3, determined to celebrate the holiday season at the White House Christmas tree lighting. “Merry Christmas everybody!” President Obama shouted to a cheering and applauding crowd as he took the microphone at the festive, star-studded event. But, not far into his remarks, he acknowledged the pain of families, friends and co-workers of 14 people killed and 21 wounded in
a terrorist attack in San Bernardino, Calif. Dec. 2. The incident is seen as the deadliest terrorist attack on American soil since Sept. 11, 2001. The San Bernardino attack compounded deep concerns after the terrorist killing of 14 people in Paris Nov. 13.
‘Our loss too’ “Now, this is, of course, the most wonderful time of the year. But we would be remiss not to take a moment to remember our fellow Americans whose hearts are heavy tonight – who grieve for loved ones, especially in San Bernardino, California,” the pres-
ident said. “Their loss is our loss too for we’re all one American family. We look out for each other in good times, and in bad. And they should know that all of us care about them this holiday season. They’re in our thoughts, they’re in our prayers, and we send them our love.” The applauding audience had come to celebrate the 93rd lighting of the National Christmas Tree, often viewed as the official start of the holiday season. But their minds were not far from the heaviness of the controversial issues swirling in America; not only international terrorism, but domestic terrorism, including
the constant threat of racial violence against Blacks and police shootings of Black people.
Acting ‘normal’ One woman reflected on the need to defy fears of terrorism by simply going about your business and acting normal. “It’s just a great night to be around people you love and that’s what’s normal,” she said, identifying herself only as Carmalita D. from San Francisco. Wesley Nerette, who traveled from Miami to the D.C. event, apparently agreed. “You just have to keep on going,” he said. “I didn’t want to miss this chance to cel-
The main program was hosted by Academy Award-winner Reese Witherspoon. The event also included two-time Rock and Roll Hall of Famers David Crosby, Stephen Stills, and Graham Nash; multi-platinum selling artists Fall Out Boy; retro-pop-soul singer Andra Day; Grammy-nominated singer Aloe Blacc; Bellamy Young; chart-topping singer/songwriter Kelsea Ballerini; multi-instrumentalist Tori Kelly; musician, producer, and philanthropist Trombone Shorty; the Joyous String Ensemble; and the United States Coast Guard Band, according to TheNationalTree. org. First Lady Michelle Obama did the annual reading of “Twas the Night before Christmas” with Miss Piggy.
Christmas meaning Comforting the audience, the president stressed the meaning of Christmas as being “The spirit of giving and compassion.’’ He concluded, “That’s the message of the child whose birth families like mine celebrate on Christmas - a prince born in a stable who taught us that we should love our neighbors as ourselves; and that we are our brothers’ keeper and our sisters’ keepers; that we should feed the hungry, visit the sick, welcome the stranger. “These are the lessons of Jesus Christ. But they’re also the bedrock values of all faiths –- values to be cherished and embraced not only during the holidays, but to be practiced in our daily lives.”