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October 22-29, 2020 VOL. 35, No. 43
Millennial Local Clergy Universally Support Maxine Waters Pastors send scathing message to Republican foe Voter March Held IT News Wire
Los Angeles based entertainment management company 6x Entertainment’s Remember 2 Vote campaign and local businessman and restaurateur James Miller Jr., held the inaugural Millennial March LA: Voter Awareness Drive on Oct. 17 in Inglewood. The event focused on empowering local residents to vote, especially Gen Z and millennia’s. Beginning at the Center of Hope Church the Millennial March LA: Voter Awareness Drive marched went 2.5-miles through Inglewood, ending at the City Hall. Concluding with voter registration along with a peaceful demonstration to pay homage to the lives lost due to racism and police brutality. The second march began at Faithful Central Bible Church at noon. Among the participants included comedian Ron G as host, Grammynominated gospel artist B.Slade, singer-songwriter Chikk and multihyphenate artist Tia P. The group also met CDC and local health and safety guidelines, requiring attendees to wear masks, and social distance. Multiple sanitation stations were also available. The Millennial March LA: Voter Awareness Drive was organized to engage young voters, with an emphasis on high school seniors, and provide them with resources to make the most informed decisions at the polls on November 3. Organizers wanted to raise awareness and create a positive culture around voting through education. “Had it not been for the passion and sacrifice of the original civil rights leaders, the opportunities I’ve had wouldn’t have come my way,” said James Miller, Jr. “The older generation of Blacks that benefited from the bus boycotts, marches and Civil Rights movement of the 50’s and 60’s have a responsibility to transfer our deep history of Continued on page 3
Congresswoman Maxine Waters (center) is flanked by a bevy of prominent clergy who held a press conference in support of the 15 terms United States House of Representative on Oct. 20 at her campaign headquarters in Hawthorne. (Kenneth Miller/Photo) By Kenneth Miller, Publisher
During her 15 terms as a member of The United States House of Representatives political icon Maxine Waters (D-43, Inglewood) has never been so severely attacked as she has leading up to the Nov. 3 election by novice aspirant Joe Collins, but on Oct. 20 a bevy of power clergy decided enough was enough. Standing unified in front of Waters campaign headquarters on 120th and Crenshaw Blvd. in Hawthorne they decided to send a blistering message to Collins and overwhelmingly decided to
endorse Waters for a 16th term. Shane Scott, Senior Pastor of the 112-year-old Macedonia Baptist Church in Watts opened the midday press conference denouncing the hateful rhetoric of the GOP and candidate Collins and pledges their support for Waters. “The Congresswoman record speaks for itself,” began Scott. “But in case Mr. Collins need to be reminded. You don’t just serve 15 terms because you are ineffective, but rather you serve 15 terms because you have been a champion for justice. A champion for
justice for all people, Black and white, Asian and Latino, Middle Eastern and Native American. She has championed the cause for justice for all Americans.” Scott rolled off many of the significant achievements of arguably the most powerful Black elected official in Washington D.C., “influential in the financial sector, housing and community development, health and wellness and a champion for those who has been disenfranchised by the justice system.” Continued on page 3
Teach Teen Drivers the Rules of the Road to Keep Them Safe IT News Wire
Inglewood Calif. – This week (Oct. 18-24) is National Teen Driver Safety Week, and the Inglewood Police Department is encouraging parents to discuss the importance of safe driving habits with their teens as newly licensed drivers. This week, and every week, we want parents to get involved with their teen’s new responsibilities as a driver and help them understand the rules of the road. “New drivers will naturally be inexperienced,” Inglewood Police Department Sergeant Jeff LaGreek said. “Parents play an important role
helping teens stay safe behind the wheel. It starts with practicing good habits like wearing a seat belt, staying off the phone and following the speed limit.” The greatest risk for teen drivers is distracted driving, speeding, and impairment. Throughout the week the Inglewood Police Department offers tips to parents and caregivers on how to talk to teens about the consequences of making dangerous and illegal choices behind the wheel. • Avoid Distractions: Cell phone use while driving is illegal. Drivers under 18 are not allowed to use a phone or
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other electronic device for any reason, including hands-free. • Understand Graduated Driver Licensing (GDL) Laws: For the first 12 months you have a license or until the age of 18, no passengers under 20 years old are allowed unless a licensed parent, guardian or other adult 25 years old or older is in the car with you. Latenight driving (between 11 p.m. and 5 a.m.) is also not permitted. • Never Drive Under the Influence: All teens are too young to legally buy, possess or consume alcohol. Continued on page 3
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