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Caribbean American Congresswoman Calls For A Statue Of Congress' First Black Woman A Caribbean-American Congresswoman is calling for a statue of the US' first black congresswoman to be erected in the United States Capitol.
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Brooklyn Congresswoman Yvette Clarke, who now serves in the seat that Caribbeanroots lawmaker Shirley Chisholm first occupied, has introduced H.R.4856, “to direct the Joint Committee on the Library to obtain a statue of Chisholm for placement in the Capitol.” The bill was introduced in the House on January 19th and has since been referred to the House Committee on House Administration. It has so far garnered 56 cosponsors, including Caribbean-born Congressman Rep. Adriano, Espaillat and Florida Representatives Frederica Wilson and
Caribbean Immigrant Makes It To First State Of The Union After ICE Detention
By Daniel Strom
On Monday morning, Caribbean-born immigrant activist Ravi Ragbir woke up in a U.S. Immigration & Customs Enforcement (ICE) detention facility in Orange County, New York. But on Tuesday, January 30th, he was in Washington, D.C., attending his first State of the Union. It was a rare moment of celebration for immigrant rights activists and immigrant families, who have too many times in the past year, seen their friends and loved ones in ICE detention, deported. But New York-based, Trinidad-born Ragbir has managed to buck that trend - at least for now - as a federal judge in New York City on Monday ordered ICE to immediately free him. District Judge Katherine Forrest ruled his detention “unnecessarily cruel” and said the executive director of the New Sanctuary Coalition must be given “the freedom to say goodbye.” “I'm still in an outer body experience,” he
U.S. immigration officials are engaging in "psychological warfare" by targeting him and other activists for detention and deportation.
Ragbir said the President's speech was "lled with cruel, empty, hollow words" and that that U.S. immigration ofcials are engaging in "psychological warfare" by targeting him and other activists for detention and deportation.
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related to Democracy Now Tuesday, before hopping with his wife, immigrant rights advocate Amy Gottlieb, to attend their first State of the Union as President Donald Trump addressed the joint session of Congress, in a speech peppered with anti-immigrant rhetoric. Ragbir was invited to the speech as a guest of U.S. Rep. Yvette Clarke of Brooklyn, who didn't attend. New York Rep. Nydia Velázquez brought Ragbir's wife as her guest. After the speech, Ragbir told the Associated Press that it was difficult to see the reaction from people in the room who “totally bought into what he (Trump) was saying.” He said the President's speech was "filled with cruel, empty, hollow words" and that that
Ragbir was arrested on Jan. 11th during a routine immigration check-in at 26 Federal Plaza in NYC. He had migrated to the United States from Trinidad in 1991 and got a green card in 1994. But in 2001 he was convicted of wire fraud and spent time in jail. Ragbir was then detained following his release from jail in 2006 - for nearly two years - after a judge ordered deportation because of his conviction. But he was subsequently released after ICE determined he wasn't a danger to the community and years of checking-in with the agency followed. But all that changed on Jan. 11th when he was told then that he would be detained. Ragbir said he passed out upon hearing the news and was then taken by ambulance to Bellevue hospital - where 20 officers were posted to guard him – 10 from ICE and 10 NYPD despite New York claiming to be a sanctuary city. Ragbir told Democracy Now he was then taken shackled alone and taken to Newark
Chisholm, born Shirley Anita St. Hill in Brooklyn in 1924 is of both Guyanese and Barbadian heritage. She became involved in politics while running a child care center. By the 1965, was elected as a Democratic member of the New York State Assembly and in August 1968, she was elected as the Democratic National Committeewoman from New York State.
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“Proud to have intro'd HR 4856 a bill that would give a permanent home to Shirley Chisholm among other defining figures in our nation's history,” Clarke tweeted. “The statue would honor her life and living legacy.”
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Some Friend! This patron was given a Champagne Bath by his friend, amid the frolicking at the Love My Life party held at the Villa Night Club in Miami Gardens. (Photo: seetdeh.com)
Rated The Best Jamaica Tourist Board execu ves, (L-R), Christopher Dobson, Donnie Dawson, Marcia Sinclair and Kenton Senior, shared lens me a er the JTB copped the Travvy Award for the Best Tourism Board Overall at the 2018 Travvy Awards at the Gotham Hall in New York last week. (Contributed Image)
Star Boy! DJ and recording ar ste, Tony Ma erhorn, took a break from the turntables last Saturday at the 'Love My Life' party at the Villa Night Club in Miami Gardens, to pose for the camera. (Photo: seetdeh.com)
Sipping It Up Popular DJ, Supa Twitch, was among the many celebri es at the Love My Life party held at the Villa Night Club in Miami Gardens. (Photo: seetdeh.com)
Welcome To The Fold The Kiwanis Club of Sunrise held its induc on for new members this past Wednesday, welcoming their newest members: Jeff Holness (3rd from R), Luke Ballen ne, (2nd from R), and Elean Walker (2nd from L). Others pictured (L-R) are: Paule e Mc Mahon president, Claude e De Pass, Janet Young, past President Marjorie Forrest and Clayton Young. (Photo by H. Bailey)
All Smiles These two young ladies showed off their beau ful smiles for the camera at Aquarius Link Up party last Saturday the Pres ge Studio in North Miami. (Photo: seetdeh.com)
Crowd Pleasers (L-R): DJ Stunna and English rocking their fans at the Aquarius Link Up party last Saturday at the Pres ge Studio in North Miami. (Photo: seetdeh.com)
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A Kiwanis Affair (L-R): Anthony D'Oyley, Lt. Governor of the Kiwanis Janica Muenzamaier Club; Sunrise Kiwanis President, Paule e McMohan and Elean Walker, in a photo- op at The Kiwanis Club of Sunrise membership induc on ceremony on Wednesday. (Photo by H. Bailey)
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Guyanese Actress Among Top Notch Black Panther Cast A Guyanese-born, British actress is among the top notch cast for the muchanticipated movie, Black Panther, which is set to officially hit theaters on Feb. 16th. Letitia Wright, 24, plays Shuri, in the movie, the sister of the King and the 'Smartest Person in the World.' The movie features T'Challa, played by actor Chadwick Boseman, return home to the African nation of Wakanda to take his rightful place as king. When a powerful enemy suddenly reappears, T'Challa's mettle as king -and as Black Panther gets tested when he's drawn into a conflict that puts the fate of Wakanda and the entire world at risk. Faced with treachery and danger, the young king must rally his allies and release the full power of Black Panther to defeat his foes and secure the safety of his people. “As far as the technologically-advanced side, in our mind, and in our incarnation, Shuri is the head of the Wakanda Design Group,” Black Panther Producer Moore told the Rant recently. “She's the smartest person in the world, smarter than Tony Stark but she's a sixteen-year-old girl which we thought was really interesting. Again, black faces in positions of power or positions of technological knowhow, that's a rarity. So it's something that's a big part of the film.” Shuri, the princess of Wakanda, was introduced in May 2005 in Marvel Comics' Black Panther #2. However, four years later, she went on to assume the mantle of Black Panther in her own right after T'Challa was
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Determined to act, she sent emails to different agents about her acting experience until she was picked for small parts. She started out staring in 'My Brother the Devil' in 2012, where she was recognized by Screen International as one of its 2012 Stars of Tomorrow. Wright has received a nomination for a British Independent Film Award for Most Promising Newcomer.
attacked by the Cabal and left in a comatose state. Given that the film's teaser trailer shows T'Challa and Shuri standing in front of a pair of near-identical Black Panther costumes, some have speculated that perhaps she'll follow in the footsteps of her comic-book-counterpart and suit up, herself. Wright was born in Georgetown, Guyana and moved with her family at age 7 to London. Her interest in acting came when she saw 'Akeelah and the Bee' and found the lead character to be a positive role model. Determined to act, she sent emails to different agents about her acting experience until she was picked for small parts. She started out staring in 'My Brother the Devil' in 2012, where she was recognized by Screen International as one of its 2012 Stars of Tomorrow. Michael Caton-Jones then cast her in 'Urban Hymn,' in 2016, which garnered her attention and Wright was soon cast in the film adaptation of the novel 'Ready Player One,' as Reb. Soon, after, she was added to 'Black Panther' as part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Wright has received a nomination for a British Independent Film Award for Most Promising Newcomer. Black Panther is directed by Ryan Coogler and also stars: Michael B. Jordan, Lupita Nyong'o, Danai Guira, Letitia Wright, Daniel Kaluuya, Winston Duke, Martin Freeman, Forest Whitaker, Andy Serkis, and Angela Bassett. (NewsAmericasNow)
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Rex Tillerson To Visit Jamaica Will Tillerson Have To Apologize For S-Hole Comment During Visit? News that U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson will visit Jamaica on the final leg of his Latin America trip has stirred some on social media to question whether the country's top diplomat will be asked to apologize or explain his boss' alleged s-hole comments on January.
US Embassy in Kingston says Tillerson will engage regional partners on several issues, including advocating for regional attention to the crisis in Venezuela. During his trip to Kingston, Tillerson will meet with Jamaica's Prime Minister Andrew Holness and Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade Kamina Johnson-Smith to discuss bilateral and regional security issues as well as Jamaica's successful economic reform efforts. Jamaica will be the final stop for Tillerson, who is also scheduled to visit Austin, Texas; Mexico City, Mexico; Bariloche and Buenos Aires, Argentina; Lima, Perú as well as Bogotá, Colombia between February 1 to 6th.
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Time will tell as Tillerson is scheduled to visit Haiti's CARICOM neighbor, Jamaica, on February 7th. The item is certainly not on the formal agenda as a news release from the
Jamaica's Police Chief Calls It Quits Even as Jamaican law enforcement fights an uphill battle with a crime rate that is past 100 in less than 30 days, Police Commissioner George Quallo has called it quits. Quallo served noticed last Friday that he would be retiring after less than one year in the post. According to sources close to Quallo, the commissioner, who has been under fire in recent weeks, has been in discussion with the Police Service Commission over this past week. It has been widely speculated since the start of the year that Quallo would be leaving office because of pressure from the Minister of National Security, Robert Montague.
An apparent rift between Jamaica's top cop and the security minister arose following massive traffic delays on the Palisadoes road leading to the Norman Manley International Airport on January 1st. The traffic congestion was caused by unruly drivers parking on the road during a holiday party on a beach adjacent to the road. It was reported that at a meeting with the minister Quallo was given the option to resign, but he refused that option, deciding instead to continue his duties as commissioner until his retirement becomes official in August this year. Police officers retire at age 60 or can opt for early retirement after serving for 30 years. However, Quallo has bought forward his retirement to be effective within the next few days. Deputy Commissioner of Police Clifford Blake is expected to serve as acting commissioner until a replacement is found. Quallo
Grenadians Go To The Polls Next Month Voters in Grenada will go to the polls on March 13th to elect a new government. Prime Minister Dr. Keith Mitchell announced the date on the 39th anniversary of the Grenada coup, which saw the United Labour Party government of Sir Eric Gairy overthrown by the Maurice Bishop-led New Jewel Movement. Parliament in the Spice Island has been dissolved and voter registration closed. Nomination Day is February 20th. Political scientist Peter Wickham believes Mitchell's party has a very good chance of holding on to the reins of government in the March election.
St. Vincent and the Grenadines To Jump On Marijuana Bandwagon St. Vincent and the Grenadines is set to jump on the emerging global market of medical cannabis with plans to amend legislation to allow for the export of the drug. According to SVG iWitness News, legislation allowing for the production and export of medical marijuana could be passed as early as March 2018. Prime Minister Dr. Ralph Gonsalves said that systems would need to be put in place for the safe production and export of the product but said he thinks that there was a consensus on the medicinal properties of the product. The Global Medical Cannabis Market is expected to reach a value of 55.8 billion US by 2025, and the Cannabis Industry as a whole is expected to outpace jobs in manufacturing by 2020. Europe is set to become the largest cannabis market in the World within the next five years with a market of over 739 million people, and a healthcare spending of € 1.49 trillion.
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What do you think of Damian Marley winning the 2018 Reggae Grammy? Stephanie Gregg, Miami, FL “I mean I don't think he deserved to win the Grammy but that's what people voted so can't really argue with that. I think Damian Marley has his fan base and always will, whether Chronixx is amazing or not. It's like putting Vybz Kartel vs. Popcaan. Poppy is an amazing artist but Kartel has his fans and will always be respected, just like Damian.” Renaldo Brown, Miami /Jamaica “I have listened to both albums and both are really good albums. I personally prefer Chronixx's album; I feel it's a better body of work. The Reggae Grammy is basically a Marley Grammy because it's like if you don't have a Marley last name, you probably don't stand a chance. Reason why I don't mind Damian winning is because he has a lot of collabs with many Jamaican artists.” Antione, South Florida “I mean i knew everyone was going to give it to a Marley. Prior to the awards, I actually heard really good things about both albums from a variety of people, so maybe it really just came down to a split decision. But I'm sure many people didn't listen to one of the two albums. In my opinion, Chronixx is more for the youth.” Shenica, Baltimore, MD “I personally believe Damian Marley won because he is a Marley. Chronixx's album was amazing, especially being his first one. I have both of their albums and feel like it was unfair and Chronixx deserved to win the Grammy, but how can you expect anything fair from the people who know nothing about music? With all that being said, Damian Marley's album was nice but for the year Chronixx would be my first pick, followed by Jessie Royal and Damian Marley third.” Shamara, Miramar, FL “It's no secret that Damian Marley is talented and makes great reggae music. However, I do think Chronixx deserved to win the Grammy this year. He is the best reggae artist from Jamaica whose songs have done extremely well in Jamaica and internationally. His music is bringing reggae back to life. Some people don't like change and they stick to what they've known. I doubt half of the people who voted for Damian even listened to his album "Stony Hill" but instead based their vote off the fact that he sings "Welcome to Jamrock," which was a hit and his best selling song from 2005. Ad let's not forget his last name is Marley. Those who don't know or listen to reggae music will automatically vote for Damian because he's Bob Marley son.” Kas Bruce, Miramar FL “Being a Jamaican DJ, I've listened to both albums and Chronixx by far had a better year than Damian Marley musically. I believe Chronixx should have won the Grammy. "Chronology" had many hits and people should have given him a chance in the industry for decades. The Grammy is not about who had the best career all around; it's about who had the best music for that particular year and Damian Marley did not have the best album in my opinion.” Pascal, Baltimore, MD “I like Damian Marley but Chronixx deserves this. He was everywhere last year - he was featured on the BBC new artist show, Jimmy Fallon and his tour was phenomenal. But Damian Marley is affiliated with Tidal and he has the Jay-Z fans backing so they gave him the Grammy. Chronixx doesn't care though because he knows people love him and his music.”
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Social Development Programs Urgently Needed In The Caribbean People in the Caribbean and the Caribbean Diaspora are simultaneously frustrated, apprehensive and confused about crime in most Caribbean countries. One of the prevailing topics among Caribbean nationals in South Florida today, are the reasons, and suggestions, for solving crime in the region. As the Diaspora continue to receive reports of wanton violent criminal activities, it's understandable that fear and concerns for relatives and friends back home prompt calls for more drastic crime fighting measures by respective governments. However, while policies like increasing law enforcement raids, harsher penalties for gun related crimes and even state of emergencies may be needed, these are as effective as temporary bandages on bleeding wounds. Crime in the Caribbean, or anywhere else, will continue relentlessly unless governments recognize what is staring them in the face. Crime waves result from lack of adequate socio-economic development and weakened educational systems. Today, some 56 years after the collapse of the West Indies Federation, some people still argue that so many small Caribbean islands are incapable of adequately governing themselves because of the economic demands of political independence. Whether this argument is valid or not, the truth is, that whatever wealth there is within respective Caribbean nations isn't being equitably distributed. In most of these countries, the wealth continues to be owned by tiny minorities. While governmental intervention is needed to implement development programs that could provide social and economic opportunities for the majority of populations, such programs have consistently lacked aggression.
Unfortunately, it's the youth who are the primary victims of these weak social development programs. In 1970s Jamaica, the primary objective of the Michael Manley administration was to establish a balanced social development and education program. During the first half of the two-term tenure of this administration, crime was relatively controlled. But foreign powers applied pressure and the government's financial resources dwindled. To obtain financial assistance from multi-national agencies like the International Monetary Fund (IMF), the government was forced to eliminate most
of its social development programs. The unfortunate result was that opportunities and hope also dwindled for the youth, and not surprisingly, crime increased. Since then, successive Jamaican governments have been reluctant to focus on intense social development programs. But if the youth aren't effectively educated; if there are no job training opportunities; if the government and private sector does not have broadbased employment programs, what happens to the youth? They turn to alternative means of making money. They turn to crime, including involvement in violent gang activities, dealing in hard drugs, and in fraudulent or scamming schemes. Unfortunately, these alternative criminal moneymaking schemes are tempting to other emerging youth with limited education and job opportunities. They see youth, a little older than themselves, driving new brand named cars, fashionably dressed and using the latest telecommunication devices and crave that lifestyle. And so, crime increases. Recently, a commentator in a Jamaican newspaper predicted solving the crime problems in Jamaica would take at least 10 years. It could take even longer, unless the government addresses: weak family structures that foster indiscipline and lose values among male and female youth; strengthen the educational system; reintroduce a national, preferable military style youth training program; create job opportunities in the agricultural and manufacturing sectors; improve the country's foreign exchange earning potential without debt financing and hasten to eradicate alternative sources of income earning, including gun and drug dealing and the bourgeoning scam 'industry.' Increased law enforcement and state of emergencies are necessary but only temporary measures to control the escalating crime situation. After these efforts end, crime will resurface unless governments find ways to implement meaningful social development programs that gradually alleviate poverty and keep the expanding youth population positively and profitably engaged.
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DHS Sued Over Haiti TPS The largest and oldest civil rights organization in the United States, the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, (NAACP), has filed a racial discrimination lawsuit against The Department of Homeland Security, (DHS), DHS Secretary Kirstjen Nielsen, and the former acting head of the agency, Elaine C. Duke, over the administration's decision to rescind Temporary Protected Status (TPS), for Haitian immigrants. The lawsuit, which the NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund filed in the US District Court in Maryland on January 24th, argues that the agency and its leaders' decision “discriminates against immigrants of color.” The suit seeks the court to void the decision and reinstate the status for thousands of Haitians. The NAACP Legal Defense Fund, which is a separate organization from the NAACP, is representing the civil rights organization and its Haitian members and says the DHS' “irrational and discriminatory government action, is denying Haitian immigrants their right to due process and equal protection under the Fifth Amendment.” “Governmental decisions that target people based on racial discrimination violate our Constitution,” said Sherrilyn Ifill, president and director-counsel of the NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund in a statement. “The decision by the Department of Homeland Security to rescind TPS status for Haitian immigrants was infected by racial discrimination … this decision was driven by calculated,
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determined and intentional discrimination against Haitian immigrants.” Reference in the lawsuit is made President Trump's alleged derogatory s-hole comment about Haiti and about limiting immigrants from the French-speaking Caribbean nation to increase immigration from European countries. The complaint also points to reports that the president also allegedly said all Haitians “have AIDS” and argues that Trump's “racial bias against Haitian immigrants recalls America's long, ignominious history of discrimination against Haiti, the world's first Black republic.” TPS covers hundreds of thousands of people who are living in the United States and who are temporarily unable to return to their countries of origin because of safety or other concerns after a 7.0-magnitude earthquake devastated the country in January 2010. “The action by the Department of Homeland Security to rescind TPS status for Haitian immigrants is clearly racially motivated,” said Derrick Johnson, NAACP President and CEO.
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Architectural Digest editor-in-chief, Amy Astley, said the initiative, which launched in December 2017, is set to coincide with the theme of the February issue: “Design Making a Difference.” It will be featured on all of AD's platforms, which include social media, online and print. Since launching in 2015, New Story has completed more than 700 houses, not just in Haiti, but also in Bolivia and El Salvador. In Haiti, each roughly 500square-foot residence is designed according to Miami-Dade County building codes, and features two bedrooms, a communal area, a shower and latrine, and, in some areas, land on which to grow food. Solar panels generate electricity, and - for the newest - a water system collects and purifies rain. Amazingly, the cost per home comes to just about $6,500. Funded through donations, New Story uses all the money it raises to acquire land and fund construction. “Many people we hire are members of the local communities,” notes cofounder Alexandria Lafci. Maintaining those communities, she explains, is ultimately the goal. Rather than putting up one-off houses that might upset social networks, New Story plans clusters of homes and gives families full ownership to ensure roots that will last for generations.
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The Trayvon Martin Foundation Turns Six It's been six years already since Trayvon Martin was gunned down by George Zimmerman. On Saturday, February 10th, the Trayvon Martin Foundation will present the sixth annual Peace Walk & Peace Talk at Miami Carol City Park, 3201 NW 185th Street, Miami Gardens. The event will be hosted by Faizon Love, a Cubanborn American actor and comedian best known for his roles in the hit movies, Friday, Elf, The Replacements, Made and Couples Retreat. Registration for the walk begins at 8 a.m. and will be led by Martin's parents, Sybrina Fulton and Tracy Martin. The Peace Talk will follow immediately after the Walk at the Betty T. Ferguson Amphitheatre, located at 3000 NW 199th Street, Miami Gardens, 33056. All participants will be walking together in solidarity as a testament to the right that all people should be able to walk freely without being profiled or shot and killed. Meanwhile, the Foundation will also host the sixth annual Trayvon Martin Remembrance Dinner on Sunday, February 11, 2018, at the Doubletree By Hilton at 711 NW 72ND Avenue in Miami. The affair opens with a cocktail reception at 6 p.m., followed by the dinner at 7 p.m. Gbenga Akinnagbe, American actor, producer and activist; Queen Brown, Miami native, activist; Captain Barrington Irving, youngest person to pilot the world solo; Tom Joyner, radio host; former Mayor Marc Morial, president, National Urban League; and Florida State Representative Cynthia Stafford, (D109), are among this year's awardees. The Remembrance Dinner is an annual event that supports raising public awareness of profiling, the impact of violent crimes in our communities, and senseless gun violence. Martin would have turned 23 on Feb. 5th.
Get Ready For A Taste Of Lauderhill Sharpen your taste buds for the 3rd Annual Lauderhill Taste Tour, which will take place on Saturday, February 17th. This Culinary Celebration, on a limo bus, is a true foodie experience that should not be missed. The bus will leave Lauderhill City Hall at noon for the Lunch Tour of Chicano Grill, Donna's Caribbean Restaurant, Joy's Roti Delight and Amarena Bakery and Bistro. The Dinner Tour will leave at 4 p.m., and it will stop at Indian Chillies, Jo Baby's Crawfish and Cajun House, Lallo's Roti, and Izziban Sushi and BBQ. Each location stop will present their best sellers and/or the chef's picks in a tapas or family style exhibition. On the limo bus, along with music and fun, adult drinks will be offered. Lunch and Dinner Tour Taste tickets can be purchased at City Hall located at 5581 W. Oakland Park Boulevard, Lauderhill, FL 33313, or online on Eventbrite.
Should Florida's Former Felons Be Allowed To Vote Again? Would you support a felon regaining his or her voting rights? That's a question Floridia voters will have to answer at the polls this November. Florida is home to about a quarter of the 6.1 million people that are forbidden to vote around the nation because of a felony conviction, according to one estimate by the
nonprofit Sentencing Project. A referendum in the Sunshine states seeks to reinstate those rights for the some 1.5 million former felons. The amendment, if it passes, will restore a felon's voting rights after he or she complete their full sentence, including fines, probation and parole. The exceptions: murderers and sex offenders. They won't regain their rights. Floridians for a Fair Democracy is pushing the agenda.
If the referendum passes, it can have profound implications for the critical swing state. The 2000 Presidential Election, for instance, was decided by 537 votes in Florida. Currently, a person who's finished his/her sentence, completed their parole and paid any fines they had to pay, still cannot win back the right by default. They would have to apply to the governor for clemency, but they can only do that after a waiting period.
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Part 1: 1650 - 1930's
by Garth Rose
As we commemorate Black History Month, the Caribbean National Weekly is taking this opportunity to present its readers with the series: “Caribbean Influence on American Black History.” We regard this series as important, not only to commemorate Black History Month, but to apprise our readers of the significant impact Caribbean immigrants have made on American history, particularly in light of degrading remarks recently made regarding immigrants from a Caribbean nation and Africa. History relates that people from the Caribbean began migrating, albeit forcibly and in chains to America as slaves, in the 17th century. Around 1650, British slave masters took slaves from Barbados to work on plantations in South Carolina and Virginia, creating the beginnings of a formidable Caribbean community in both states. Up to the 1700s, virtually all the slaves in South Carolina came from Barbados. During the 18th century it was estimated that up to 20 percent of the slaves in South Carolina were from the Caribbean and the majority of the slaves in the northern states, were of Caribbean origin, with slaves in New York originating from the Caribbean and outnumbering those imported directly from Africa by three to one. Along with South Carolina, Virginia and New York, a strong Caribbean community also grew in Boston, Massachusetts. In 1860 it was estimated that one of five Bostonians were born in Barbados, or elsewhere in the Caribbean. After the American Civil War ended in 1865, the foreign-born black population in the U.S, was determined to be of people of predominantly Caribbean origin. This group increased between 1850 and 1900 from some 4,000 to over 20,000. As the Caribbean population took roots in the U.S. it started to make significant contributions. From relative unheralded people like, Robert Campbell, a Jamaican-born assistant principal of Philadelphia's Institute of
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Colored Youth, in 1855 to David Augustus Straker, a Barbadian, lawyer, educationalist, journalist and civil rights proponent; Jan Earnst Matzeliger, from Surinam, the inventor of a shoe making machine in the 1870's; William Crogman of St Martin, a Latin and Greek scholar, former president of Clark College and a founder of the American Negro Academy; and Joseph Atwell, a Barbadian, who
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in 1867, was the first black man, after the Civil War, to be ordained in the U.S. Episcopal church. In fact, according to one historian, West Indian immigrants at the turn of the nineteenth century, were regarded “as paragons of intelligence and men of breeding.” At the dawning of the 20th century, there was a significant increase in the migration of
Caribbean nationals to America. According to historian Winston James in “The History of Caribbean Migration to the U.S.,” the trend peaked in the 1920's then slowed during the Great Depression in the 1930's.
The U.S. population of black foreigners and their descendants grew from 55,000 in 1900 to 178,300 in 1930, with the overwhelming majority coming from the Caribbean, including Cuba. Although large numbers of Bahamians settled in Florida, New York City became the primary destination, especially Manhattan and Brooklyn. Almost a quarter of the black population in Harlem was said to be of Caribbean origin and was reputed to be the largest West Indian city outside of Kingston, Jamaica. In the 1920's, Caribbean migrants were increasingly attracted to the United States by its high employment and wages, while, simultaneously, the British Caribbean, (in particular), was experiencing economic hardships from the decline in the demand for sugar, as they faced competition from Cuba and Brazil. However, the new migrants not only consisted of laborers, but a middle-class consisting of teachers, nurses and civil servants, who were dissatisfied with low income careers in the Caribbean. This latter group, who advanced their education on coming to the U.S., increased the pool of literate, skilled, white-collared and professional CaribbeanAmericans. In the first three decades of the 20th century, succeeding waves of Caribbean migrants entered the U.S. through New York City, significantly increasing the CaribbeanAmerican population. Unfortunately, since most of the migrants were black, not much recognition was given to a defined Caribbean population. However, notwithstanding, this resourceful and resilient population quickly gained their own identity in all spheres of American life, and especially in business, politics, education, sports, entertainment and the arts. The Caribbean community, produced outstanding people like: Marcus Garvey, Claude McKay, C.L.R. James, Sidney Poitier, Julian 'Canonball' Adderly, and Hubert Harrison, regarded as the Father of Harem Radicalism. Several historians of the CaribbeanAmerican heritage regard the waves of Caribbean immigrants in the early twentieth century, as formulating the infrastructure of Caribbean-American life in the U.S., particularly in New York City. In the 1930's a significant percentage of New York City's black professionals and business-people, found mostly in Harlem, were of Caribbean origin. This wave of Caribbean immigrants fostered a 'Who's Who' in America, particularly black American, history. They include: Malcolm X, Louis Farrakhan, Harry Belafonte, Colin Powell, Cicely Tyson, Shirley Chisholm, Constance Burke Motley, Kareem Abdul Jahbar, Patrick Ewing, Tim Duncan, Yaphet Kotto, Marion Jones, Lauderdale Lakes Mayor Hazelle Rogers and US Senator Kamala Harris.
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Take Precautions To Avoid This Year's Deadly Flu With deaths from the flu mounting nationwide and visits to emergency rooms rising sharply for adults aged 65 and over as well as among children, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), and the Florida Department of Health (FDH), are urging the following steps to avoid this year's deadly virus:
Try To Avoid Close Contact With Sick People Avoid contact with sick people and while sick, limit contact with others as much as possible to keep from infecting them. And if you are sick with flu-like illness, the CDC recommends that you stay home for at least 24 hours after your fever is gone except to get medical care or for other necessities.
Remember Your Manners Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze and throw the tissue in the trash after you use it.
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The CDC recommends a yearly flu vaccine as the first and most important step in protecting against flu viruses. While there are many different flu viruses, a flu vaccine protects against the viruses that research suggests will be most common. A flu vaccination can reduce flu illnesses, doctors' visits, and missed work and school due to flu, as well as prevent flu-related hospitalizations.
From Detention To SOTU Airport via an entourage of 10 cars like a “most wanted” criminal and locked in a cell in Orange. He was later flown to Krome Detention Facility in Miami to be readied for deportation back to Trinidad & Tobago. But his legal team moved to get an order from Judge Forest forced ICE to return Ragbir back to a NYC detention facility. On January 29th, at 6:45 p.m., Ragbir related that his feet, his hands and his stomach were again shackled and he was brought down to New York City following the judge's ruling hours earlier. Upon arriving back in Manhattan, he was served an order of removal for February 10th even as the Deputy Director of ICE NY, offered to drive him to the front door of Judson Memorial Church, the office of his New Sanctuary Coalition. “It is unbelievable the resources they have used for one
If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand rub and avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth. And remember to clean and disinfect surfaces and objects that may be contaminated with germs like the flu.
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person, and the resources I assume they are using to target immigrants and leaders and advocates,” Ragbir told AM New York Tuesday, adding that the Trump administration has cracked down on undocumented immigrants, particularly those of color, to “ethnic cleansing.” “This is something we will be ashamed of in years to come,” Ragbir added. “When he talks about immigrants . . . it's about certain immigrants. We need to be defiant and to stop this crazy talk from this administration.” His attorney, Aliana Das, said it took a lot of legal resources and community support for Ragbir's surprise release but she said she is now worried about the thousands of people who are in similar situation. Meanwhile, Ragbir could be in another immigration detention facility again come Feb. 10th since an order of removal is still hanging over his head like the Sword of Damocles. (NewsAmericasNow.com)
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In 1968, Chisholm ran for the U.S. House of Representatives from New York's 12th congressional district, which as part of a court-mandated reapportionment plan, had been significantly redrawn to focus on BedfordStuyvesant. She won the election and became Brooklyn's first black female member of Congress under the campaign theme: “Unbought and Unbossed.” From Congress, Chisholm began exploring her candidacy for President in July 1971, and formally announced her presidential bid on January 25, 1972 in a Baptist church in her district in Brooklyn. She went on to become the first black major-party candidate to run for President of the United States, in the 1972 U.S. presidential election, making her also the first woman ever to run for the Democratic Party's presidential nomination. After a failed bid, she returned to Congress before retiring in 1981. Chisholm died on January 1, 2005, in Ormond Beach near Daytona Beach, after suffering several strokes. She is buried in the Oakwood Mausoleum at Forest Lawn Cemetery in Buffalo, where the legend inscribed on her vault reads: "Unbought and Unbossed." (News Americas Now)
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HEALTH and Wellness
Meditation How it works and who needs it? So what's all the hulabaloo about meditation anyway? Meditation is a whole body experience that engages both mind and body - all by silencing the mind in order to relieve mental and physical stress, from anxiety to aches and pains, to handling even greater concerns like disease or injury. An ancient practice dating back to B.C. in India, meditation has gone mainstream in America, thanks to public awareness from celebrated athletes, artists and entertainers. Renowned athletes like Kobe Bryant, Joe Namath and Arthur Ashe, and TV icon Oprah Winfrey have all proclaimed meditation as a tool for their success. Many now use meditation to create greater awareness and heightened performance. Yogis, martial arts sensei, higher consciousness gurus and life coaches all use meditation to help others
transcend limitations and intolerance. Meditation is, in fact, the most holistic form of relaxation, free of any form of drug enhancement, natural or otherwise. And how does it work? The key is not to force the mind to be quiet, but to allow the mind to flow in and out of conscious thought, training the mind in being still. Most who understand how to meditate report that they are more relaxed afterwards, and are better able to deal with difficult issues. Many report reduced blood pressure and cholesterol levels, improved sleep patterns, and less illness. To start, it is best to meditate for short periods of time, in places that are quiet and free from disturbance. Sit or lay in a position that is most comfortable and allows you to fully and completely relax. Focus on your breathing; breathe in the fresh, clean air, breathe out the stress,
tension and toxins in the blood. As you inhale, open your lungs and allow your chest to expand; as you exhale, allow your body to relax and let the tension release from the top of your head to the tips of your toes. Close your eyes if you will, and allow your mind to drift. Ten minutes is all it takes. Listen to soothing music, or don't; think of something specific – generally a single word works best, or think of nothing. The choice is yours. Let your mind wander, try to get to a place where there are no negative thoughts or emotions. Just be. At the end of ten minutes, as you slowly open your eyes, embrace the beauty within and take in the magnificence of the your being and your surroundings. Do this once a day and within a week you will find yourself being less stressed, and more engaged. Namaste.
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Root decay, also referred to as “root caries,” is a cavity that forms on the roots of your teeth. Common in older adults, exposed roots can also occur if your gums have shrunk from gum disease or from improper brushing. These cavities can start faster and spread quicker than other cavities, as the roots of teeth lack the protective hard enamel. It's also harder for the dentist to treat them, as they can spread to the inside of the tooth where the nerve is, causing pain and infection. A large cavity on the root of a tooth can even lead to the tooth breaking off.
Causes Root caries start when bacteria and fermentable carbohydrates attack the root's surface. Studies show microorganisms metabolize simple sugars into organic acids, which dissolve through plaque harbored on the tooth surface. These acids then pass through the root structure and demineralize the tooth, removing calcium and phosphate ions. Dramatic effects occur during this process, with the collapse of collagen due to dissolution of inorganic minerals and the formation of cavities.
Treatment Treatment of root caries depends on the extent of the lesion into the tooth structure. Removal of the infected area is done and replaced with restorative composites.
Why do older adults get root decay? Older adults are more likely to get cavities on the roots of their teeth because: 1. They are more likely to have gum problems that expose root surfaces. 2. Root surfaces are softer than the lower part of the tooth, which is protected by enamel. 3. They are more likely to take medicines that cause dry mouth. Saliva or spit helps protect teeth from cavities. 4. If your mouth is dry, do not suck on hard candies. This makes the cavities get bigger. Use sugar-free hard candies instead. 5. You may have trouble taking care of your mouth because of arthritis or other medical problem such as loss of eyesight. This raises the risk of getting root cavities. If you have had a stroke, you may not realize you have food stuck in your mouth, this can also add to your cavity risk. Forgetfulness is a problem too. Leaving reminder notes for yourself to brush and floss is a good way to improve your oral health. 6. If you have lost some teeth already, it may be harder to chew certain foods. You may choose foods that are easier to chew and are softer. It is very important to brush your teeth after meals with soft foods that have starch like bread, potatoes and pasta. These soft foods contribute to cavities just like sugar.
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Caribbean Takeover At 2018 Grammy's There's no question that some of the best moments of the 60th Grammy Awards, held in New York City on Sunday night, belonged to artists with Caribbean heritage. Here are some of the highlights in case you missed it or want to relive the moments.
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the hit “Wild Thoughts” with DJ Khaled and Bryson Tiller. Ri Ri also added another Grammy to her collection after her collaboration on 'Loyalty' with Kendrick Lamar won the Best Rap/Sung Performance award.
Shaggy & Sting
Damian Marley Wins Reggae Grammy
Bruno Mars winning the Grammy Award for Best Album of the Year
Shaggy and Sting performing
These legendary singers first lit up the stage earlier this month at the annual Shaggy & Friends fundraiser benefitting Bustamante Hospital. On Sunday night, Jan. 28th, their Grammy set opened with a skit and a rendition. First, Shaggy and Sting, along with Grammy host, James Corden, teamed up for a 'Subway Karaoke' session, which played on just how
tough New Yorkers can be. All three went undercover and sang on a D train, much to the chagrin of commuters. The scripted segment saw the trio attempt to play The Police's “Every Breath You Take” to no one's delight. Then they tried Shaggy's “It Wasn't Me.” Eventually, they decided that everyone would like the opposite of what people generally want at a concert. They cast aside the hits and played “the new stuff.” And then it was on to the Grammy stage as Sting opened his set with “Englishman in New York” before Shaggy made his grand entrance and the duo performed their new collaborative single, “Don't Make Me Wait,” for the music industry's best and brightest. Stay tuned for a joint album later this year.
Bruno Mars And Cardi B Puerto Rico-roots Bruno Mars, swept the awards, bagging Album of the Year, Song of the Year and Record of the Year. Along with the Dominican/Trini rapper Cardi B, who has risen to stardom, their performance of “Finesse” was an ode to the 90s and was full of vibrancy.
Rihanna, DJ Khaled and Bryson Tiller Always the trendsetter, Bajan superstar Rihanna set the awards audience and the Internet afire when she rocked the steps to South Africa's popular gwara gwara dance, performing
Damian Marley bagged his fourth reggae Grammy this year, beating out Chronixx, Common Kings, J Boog and Morgan Heritage to claim the win for his 18-track album 'Stony Hill.’
Camila Cabello Speaks Up For Dreamers Cuban-born recording artist, Camila Cabello, took a strong stance for Dreamers and DACA recipients at the Grammy's, insisting that she too was a 'Dreamer.' Cabello speech came ahead of her introduction of U2 for a performance on the Hudson with the Statue of Liberty as the background. Both Cabello's speech and U2's performance were a poignant spotlight on the immigration debate that is raging in the US under the Donald Trump administration as the band performed: “Get Out Of Your Own Way.”
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Sean Paul For Orlando's Universal's Mardi Gras Celebration Grammy Award-winning Jamaican reggae artist, Sean Paul, is set to kick-off the Universal Mardi Gras celebration in Orlando this Saturday, February 3rd.
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Paul, who has scored hits with his album “Dutty Rock” and such singles as “Gimmie the Light,” “Get Busy” and “Cheap Thrills,” will preform that Universal Music Plaza during Mardi Gras from 8:30 p.m. Saturday night. Other performers for the month include the Beach Boys on Feb. 10, country-pop star Kelsea Ballerini on Feb. 17th; Macklemore on Feb. 24th and Foreigner on March 17th. Universal's Mardi Gras has lots of other stuff to tempt you. There's a nightly parade, authentic New Orleans-style cuisine at the French Quarter Courtyard and music by New Orleans brass bands. The last headline concert is March 27th, but the Mardi Gras party continues through April 7. There's no extra charge for the Mardi Gras celebration or the concerts. It's all included in the park's admission price. All sorts of ticket packages are available, but one-day passes for Florida residents start at $110.
M·A·C Cosmetics Launches Trinidad Carnival Collection Makeup giant M·A·C Cosmetics has launched an exclusive Carnival pro collection, specially designed with masqueraders in mind, LoopTT reported. The collection includes three lipsticks, three glosses, five eyeshadows, an eyeliner and waterproof mascara. “This is the first time we're launching a collection here in Trinidad,” M·A·C Director of Makeup Artistry, Romero Jennings, was quoted as saying. “M·A·C has never done a Carnival collection before so this is amazing. I'm from Jamaica and I'm so proud to be here.” This is also the first time that M·A·C will be selling pro products in Trinidad.
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Trinidad & Tobago Soca Finalists The finalists are in for the 2018 T&T soca monarch competition. They are: Aaron Duncan, Ambi, Asten Isaac, Yankee Boy & Rikki Jai, Blaxx, Farmer Nappy, Jadel, M1, Marzville, Orlando Octave, Rome, Turner and defending champion Voice. The finals of the competition is set for February 9th when TT$300,000 will be up for grabs.
Skippy' Coming To The City Of Sunrise ‘Skippy' from Family Ties, will bring his Stand-up Act to Sunrise, Fl on Friday, February 2nd. The comedian, whose real name is Marc Price, made his name as an ultraconservative teen with ex-hippy parents on the NBC sitcom that starred Michael J. Fox as Alex P. Keaton. Despite his behind-the-camera successes, comedy is still Price's calling. He's appeared on Last Comic Standing for more than 15 years and he's shared the stand-up stage with fellow sitcom legends Marsha Warfield (Night Court) and Jimmie Walker (Good Times). Price is bringing his “Awkward Adult Years” comedy tour to the Sunrise Civic Center Theatre, in Sunrise. Tickets to the 7pm show, which will also feature funnyman Viet Huynh, are $18 each.
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Caribbean-American Coach Welcomes Beckham's Team A Florida-based, Caribbean-American soccer coach is among those welcoming David Beckham's soccer team to Miami. Southwest Miami high school soccer coach, Richard Donaldson, was among cheering soccer fans at the Adrienne Arsht Center, who welcomed the announcement by the former English soccer star that he would be bringing Major League Soccer to Miami in 2020 as the 25th franchise in the MLS. Four years ago, on February 5, 2014, Beckham, made a grand announcement that he would be bringing a new team, but he said the journey to Monday's announcement took more twists and turns then a pretzel. Over the four years, the group encountered many problems, including locating a stadium site, loss of investment partners and procrastination in the halls of Miami and Miami-Dade government. But all that's behind, as the team now has committed investors, including Miami businessmen Jorge and Jose Mas and the City of Miami approval to locate the team's stadium at a site in Overtown.
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Powell, McLeod Lead Jamaican Line-Up At Millrose Games Olympic gold medalists Asafa Powell and Omar McLeod are among a highpowered Jamaican team set for the NYRR Millrose Games this Saturday, Feb. 3rd. Other Jamaicans — such as middledistance runners Natoya Goule, Simoya Campbell, Kimarra McDonald, Aisha Praught Leer and distance runner Kemoy Campbell are also in the lineup for the meet at The Armory's New Balance Track
and Field Center, at 216 Fort Washington Ave., in Manhattan's Washington Heights section. “It's been a good few years since I've run at the NYRR Millrose Games,” Powell was quoted as saying. “This year will be my first with it being held at the Armory. I hear the Jamaican crowd there is amazing. I'm really looking forward to putting my mark down in a building with such history.”
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As Beckham announced in a party like atmosphere at the Arsht Center, its “game's on.” He appeared emotional as he made the announcement, but said he promised his son, who was in the audience, that he “wouldn't get emotional.” He confirmed he will oversee soccer operations and indicated he will be a hands-on owner and plans on having a team that consists of recognized young players, and players from the team's development academy. Among the celebrities congratulating the Beckham group via video Monday, were Jamaican iconic sprinter Usain Bolt, international and South Florida tennis star Serena Williams and entertainers DJ Khaled and JayZ. MLS Commissioner Don Garber gave Beckham and his partners MLS scarves, indicating the deal was done as fans like Donaldson, clamored to learn the name of Beckham's team. But Beckham announced that the team's name, logo and colors will announced within the next few months since local fans are being
invited to suggest ideas for the team's name, colors and logo via an international social media campaign in the coming weeks. Beckham also indicated his team will consist of local players, as he believes there is great soccer talent in South Florida. Donaldson is convinced that several local soccer players will make it to Beckham's MLS team. “Some of the best soccer players in America plays right here in South Florida,” he told CNW. “Many are frustrated by the lack of advancement as professional players. Now they can develop their ambitions as professionals with the possibility of making it to the local MLS team.” Beckham's MLS team is the successor to another Miami team, the Miami Fusion, which played in the MLS for four years before calling it quits in 2002. Since it's estimated that the Overtown MLS stadium will not be completed until 2021, the team will play at a temporary site, either Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, FIU Stadium in South Miami, or Marlins Park in Miami as of 2020.
J’can Diver Strikes Gold Jamaican diver Yona Knight-Wisdom has struck gold. Wisdom bagged a gold medal at last weekend's British Diving Championships, scoring 392.40 to win over Oliver Dingley of Shamrock Diving (390.60) and Freddie Woodward (379.00). Wisdom will represent Jamaica at the Commonwealth Games on Australia's Gold Coast in April. Knight Wisdom
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Sentencing For Former CONCACAF President Delayed Again The sentencing of former CONCACAF president and FIFA vice-president, Jeff Webb, has been pushed back yet back - for the sixth time. Webb was expected to be sentenced on Wednesday but the courts earlier this month, pushed the date back until March 7th. The latest delay marks over two years since the former head of the Cayman Islands Football Association pleaded guilty to racketeering conspiracy, three counts of wire fraud conspiracy and three counts of money laundering conspiracy. He has already agreed to forfeit more than US$6.7 million in cash and assets as part of an agreement with the courts and has been banned for life by FIFA.
C.A.S.A. League Opening Day Ceremony For February 3 The opening ceremony for the 2018 CASA Masters and Super League with take place at the Lauderhill Sports Park on Saturday, February 3rd. There will be a parade of the teams from both Master and Super Leagues and two exhibition games between Championship teams from Atlanta and CASA counterparts. Both sides will be playing for Caribbean National Weekly Cups sponsored by the Caribbean National Weekly newspaper.
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Bolt Readies For Make Or Break Trial With Bundesliga Triple Olympic champion, Jamaican Usain Bolt, has said he is very concerned about his fitness level ahead of a make or break trial with Bundesliga club, Borussia Dortmund, in a month.
Bolt training with Mamelodi Sundowns
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“I am very unfit, very, very unfit. I am going to try and get fit for the trials with Borussia Dortmund (in March). Training with Sundowns showed me that I am unfit for that,” Bolt stint told the Mamelodi Sundown's official website after a recent stint with the African ABSA Premier League side. “It was a good game. It was a fun day and they were welcoming. It's just that the coach told me that when I go back to Jamaica I need some training,” Bolt was quoted as saying. “I don't know how quick I am with the ball but if I kick and run, I can get there.” The 31-year-old, began his recent training with a couple of football clubs in a bid to get ready for the trial including local football club Harbour View.
The games and participating teams are: Master League Exhibition game (over 40s) OldTymers FC vs Cariblanta FC Super League Exhibition Lauderdale Lakes Blazers vs Yardez FC
Netball League The City of Lauderhill also has a very active netball league in the Netball Youth Sports Association, (NYSA). The league is tasked with popularizing netball in the United States and it is from this community of netballers that the United States netball team is composed. There will be netball games during the CASA/NYSA opening day celebrations. NYSA is led by President, Radica Wright, “a fearless evangelist for netball in the USA.” Members of the USA national team are: Alicia Crichton, Alisi Carroll, Camara Gordon, Nyoka Jackson, Nichala Gibson Sashalee Washington, Sephen Cousins, Swasha Perkins, Tasha Morgan, Tyiesha Bennett, Yentl Swartz, Annette Payne Britney Shae, Camille Henry, Crystal Gordon, Damichell Hightower. Jannalle Norman, Kris-Ann Michelle BrownWright, Measha Brown, Natalie Hosang, Nikisha Tyndall, Oshina Graham, Tonya Thomas, Tishawna Daley and Driana Akuetaire. The national team will be competing in a competition in Barbados this summer.
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