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PULSE December, 2011 - January, 2012 Vol.5 Issue 57

COMING HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS

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VETERANS RETURNING HOME TO U.S. NOW FACE NEW BATTLES By: Pastor A. H. Bean

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ccording to the Returning Veterans and their Families Resource Center, it is estimated that at least 1.8 million troops have been deployed to wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. It is estimated that approximately 85,000 veterans from these conflicts reside in New York State alone; however, that number is growing as more troops return from the same wars. In addition, tens of thousands of family members are impacted by health and mental health conditions of veterans returning from these wars.

In recognizing the diverse military related health issues that veterans endure, “NYS Health,� a veterans health project, established a project initiative entitled: “Returning Veterans and Their Families Initiative,� in their April 2008 report. Furthermore, the corresponding NYS Health Resource Center on Returning Veterans and Their Families provided a range of information on publications, data, organizations, and initiatives that are key to addressing such reintegration issues faced by Iraq and Afghanistan veterans and their families throughout New York State. According to the report, One of the most challenging aspects of addressing the reintegration needs of returning veterans and their families is the lack of data on the size and characteristics of returning veterans.

Analysis and Statistics (NCVAS) June 2009 The National Center for Veterans Analysis and Statistics (NCVAS) of the United States Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) collects and analyzes data related to Veterans. The National Alliance to End Homelessness Report – from June 2009 to the present – The National Alliance reports that to end

Homelessness from data analyzed reported by the Department of Veterans Affairs and the Census Bureau examining homelessness and severe housing cost burden among veterans. Further the report stated that, at least, 1.8 million troops have been deployed to the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. Approximately 85,000 veterans from these conflicts reside in New York State; however, that number is growing as more troops return from these wars. In addition, tens of thouVeterans Families sands of family members in New York State Veterans and their families in New York are impacted by health and mental health State, and beyond, have a wide range of conditions of veterans returning from these specific needs. To this end, the U.S. Depart- wars. ment of Veterans Affairs (VA) provides several types of data and reports on returning Lessons from the Gulf War veterans which are outlined below. In addiFurthermore, responding to a lesson tion, the following are a few national reports from the Gulf War, the Department of Vetthat contain additional key data regarding erans Affairs (VA) has launched a massive these veterans’ population: effort to reach out to Iraq and Afghanistan This study undertaken by RAND fo- combat veterans to make sure they are cuses on post-traumatic stress disorder aware of benefits they have earned. This (PTSD), major depression, and traumatic also includes a range of personal letters from brain injury (TBI), not only because of Secretary of Veterans Affairs, Anthony J. current high-level policy interest but also Principi, to more than 150,000 veterans of because, unlike the physical wounds of “Operations Iraqi Freedom and Enduring war, these conditions are often invisible to Freedom who have already been sent letters the eye. All three conditions affect mood, to thank them for their service and to rethoughts, and behavior; yet these wounds mind them of their eligibility for VA health often go unrecognized and unacknowl- care and other benefits. On this note, Mr. edged. VA: National Center for Veterans Principi stated that:

“I want these men and women to know that we are grateful for their service to our country,� said Principi in a press release. “Those who served in Afghanistan, Iraq and other places around the world have risked their lives to make America more secure.

One of the ways the nation shows its gratitude is by ensuring veterans receive the benefits they deserve.�

Principi’s letter includes brochures and links to its Web pages that contain more details about VA benefits, including an opportunity to apply for benefits online. Looking ahead, to the not too distant future, the VA expects to mail about 10,000 letters each month as more Iraqi veterans continue to leave the active-duty military. In addition to their role as an information distribution resource, the VA also regularly mails information packets to all service members separating from the military to remind them of their eligibility to apply for the following: their basic VA benefits, such as VA-guaranteed home loans and education benefits, and the provisions in these programs for them to become reservists and National Guard members.

Further, there are additional outreach opportunities for those recently deployed to combat theaters alerts are communicated to them informing them of their special eligibility to increase their access to health care for two years after separation from the military which would be related to illnesses and injuries that may be the result of military service the following applies: For those who have such war related medical problems, the VA waives co-payments for inpatient and outpatient care. The VA also focuses and gives special attention to those separated soldiers with service-related disabilities.

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The department’s goal is a seamless transition from military to VA hospital services, with claims for financial benefits receiving expedited processing.

Also, relative to those patients who have been seriously wounded, the VA will assign counselors who will be working at the bedsides of patients in military hospitals where there are the largest numbers of casualties so that they may begin to file benefit claims applications before they leave the military. Additionally, the VA social service personnel working at these military facilities also plan health care coordination, as service members move from the military to VA care. This process helps to ensure a smooth transition to VA hospitals or clinics near the veteran’s intended residence in order form them to have uninterrupted continuity of medical care. Also, health related partnerships with state and local government benefits counselors, and veterans service organization representatives, at the VA, annually briefs about 200,000 service members around the world before their discharge to help them prepare for their civilian transitions, and their additional VA benefits.

Careers after combat Each year over 300,000 troops complete their military service. Between the often-difficult transition to civilian life and the struggling American economy, these new veterans are facing an uncertain economic future. Many Iraq and Afghanistan veterans leave the active-duty military only to find that their skills are not understood by civilian employers. Among Iraq and Afghanistan-era veterans of the active-duty military, the unemployment rate was over 8 percent in 2007, which may be as much as 2 percent higher than their civilian peers.

National Guardsmen and Reservists, who typically serve in the military part-time, are seeing their civilian lives disrupted by multiple combat tours. Many reservists returning from combat are not being promptly reemployed, or they are not receiving the pay, pensions, health care coverage, and other benefits that they are entitled to. More than 40 percent of reservists lose income when they mobilize. Reserve component small business owners are especially challenged by deployments.

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CONTENTS

From the Publisher’s Pen

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s we get ready to ring in 2012, we should take a moment to reflect back on 2011, and be grateful that we lived to see another year. In 2011, we laughed, cried, rejoiced and said goodbye to friends and loved ones. If we laughed, we should count ourselves lucky.

If we cried, we should be thankful that we have a heart and soul that can feel. If we rejoiced, we should save the memory for those dark moments. And if we said goodbye to friends and family, we should continue to hold them close in our hearts.

Each year is either one that we wish would never end, or one that we can’t wait to put behind us. Whatever you feel about 2011, we should pray for peace, joy and prosperity for everyone, and hope that they hope the same for us. As brothers and sisters of the human family that is what God would want us all to pray for.

And if you made a resolution for 2011 that you didn’t keep, and most of us have, don’t feel bad. We’ve got a new year, and another chance to keep that resolution. That can be the New Year’s resolution, ‘I will keep the resolutions that I didn’t keep in 2011.’ You can do it, and so can I. All it takes is some faith and willpower.

So, to one and all, have a safe and happy holiday, and a joyous and plentiful New Year from the Passaic County Pulse.

Charles H. Primus Jr. Owner/Publisher

Happy New Year

VETERANS RETURNING HOME TO U.S. NOW FACE NEW BATTLES ............................................................................................ 3 NORTH KOREAN LEADER KIM JONG IL DEAD AT 69 ............. 5 VACATED COUNCIL HOT SEAT OF BENJI WIMBERLY NOT EASY TO FILL.......................................................................... 5 BEING HOMELESS IS STILL A HARSH REALITY FOR TOO MANY AMERICANS ...................................................... 7 PASSAIC COUNTY SHELTERS/EMERGENCY HOUSING ........ 7 GINGRICH OFFERED $1M TO NOT RUN FOR PRESIDENT ... 8 OCCUPY WALL STREET-STILL GOING STRONG ..................... 8 COMMUNITY ACTIVISTS COME OUT TO SUPPORT CANDIDATE TEAGUE .................................................................... 8 SPEAK OUT ...................................................................................... 9 SHERIFF’S DEPT. STEPS INTO HISTORY WITH DIVERSITY ......................................................................... 10 RETIRING FOR MORE: DETECTIVE STEVE OLIMPIO.......... 10 HMPSC PUSHING THROUGH THE BARRIERS FOR A BRIGHTER TOMORROW! ............................................... 11 LESSONS FROM THE URBAN BLACKBOARD ......................... 19 TIPS ON HEALTHY EATING DURING THE HOLIDAY SEASON ............................................................... 20 CHOCOLATE TART WITH HAZELNUT SHORTBREAD CRUST .................................................................. 20 LOVE, LIES, AND RELATIONSHIPS ........................................... 21 GONZALEZ HELPS BOLSTER PASSAIC LIBRARY’S SERVICES ................................................................... 23 CALENDAR OF EVENTS ............................................................... 24 HOLIDAY GADGET BUYING GUIDE FOR THE ELECTRONICS GADGET LOVERS ON YOUR HOLIDAY SHOPPING LIST...... 24 LIFE AFTER 65 ISN’T OVER ......................................................... 25 LOOK WHO’S CELEBRATING! .................................................... 25 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT .......................................................... 26 LOVE OF FLIGHT AND PHOTOGRAPHY COMBINED INTO 1ST EXHIBIT ....................................................................... 27 NJ HONOR LEGION & CORRECTIONS OFFICERS................. 30

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NORTH KOREAN LEADER KIM JONG IL DEAD AT 69

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orth Korea’s enigmatic leader, Kim Jong Il, died at the age of 69. He has long been seen as one of the world’s most dangerous and repressive dictators, despite his short stature. While he was hated throughout much of the world, he was held in high-esteem by the people of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea. His father, Kim Il Sung, founded North Korea with Soviet backing after World War II. Kim Jong Il was just a child when the Communist North invaded the Americanbacked South, sparking the Korean War in 1950. After the fighting ended, Kim became steeped in his father’s philosophy of “juche” or self-reliance – the basis of North Korea’s reclusive nature.

North and South Korea never formally signed a peace treaty and remain technically at war – separated by a tense demilitarized zone. North Korea gives Kim’s official birthplace as sacred Mount Paektu.

Although others place his birthplace in the Far Eastern region of the Soviet Union. His father is believed to have fled to the Soviet Union when the Japanese put a price on his head for guerrilla activities in occupied Korea. The family returned to the northern part of the peninsula after the Japanese surrender in World War II, and Soviet dictator Josef Stalin anointed Kim Il Sung as the leader of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea.

Reportedly, Kim Jong Il’s younger brother drowned as a child and his mother died when he was seven. Not long after that, he was sent to live in Manchuria when the Korean War began and returned three years later after the war was over. But it is believed that Kim Jong Il grew up surrounded by luxury and privilege, despite the trials and tribulations that he endured. Of course, being the first-born son of a dictator most likely ensured that he would have certain roads made easier for him.

Throughout his youth, Kim Jong Il was groomed for the top position and in 1980 his father named him as his successor. After

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being given numerous high-ranking posts, he began calling himself “Dear Leader,” taking a page from his father, who had called himself the “Great Leader.” In 1991, Kim Jong Il became commander-in-chief of North Korea’s powerful armed forces, the final step in the long grooming process.

Three years later, when Kim Il Sung died suddenly from a heart attack at 82, most outsiders predicted the imminent collapse of North Korea. The nation had lost its venerated founding father. Just a few years earlier, many of the nation’s powerful alliances had evaporated, as the Soviet Union fell apart and China shifted toward a more market-based system. To make matters worse, the country’s economy was in shambles and both energy and food were in very short supply.

After dropping out of public view, which would become a theme for the remainder of his life, Kim Jong Il introduced his more militant themed “Red Banner” policy in 1996 North Korea would be labeled as part of ‘the axis of evil’ by former President George W. Bush, but he would eventually drop them from the list of countries who sponsor terrorism. While many of his countrymen mourn him, many in the West are feeling a small sense of relief and a sense of trepidation over North Korea’s uncertain future and it’s relation to the rest of world.

Kim Jong Il’s youngest son, Kim Jong Un, was announced as the “Great Successor” by North Korea’s state media.

In the recent 2010 Paterson municipal election, 3 seats were open.

Now Assemblyman Elect Benjie Wimberly and then incumbent Councilman Kenneth Morris were the top vote-getters for two of the three at-large council seats that were to be filled. Newcomer, current Planning Board Commissioner Ken (KD) McDaniel had finished six votes ahead of incumbent Rigo Rodriguez for the third seat. In unbelief of McDaniel’s victory, a re-count was ordered and mysteriously, misplaced, and found absentee ballots, totaling 49 added to the tally for Rigo Rodriguez.

Declaring him the outright winner by 41 votes, Rigo was appointed the Kenneth seat. Eventually charges were filed and people arrested for allegations re- McDaniel lated to voter fraud. Those charges have yet to be forwarded to the Grand Jury over a year’s time. the answer as justification. It is beyond me

By Dave Gilmore how layed back the Patersonians are regardow that Wimberly is vacating the ing the actions of their government.

One may say, that the people have alcouncil seat after his election and victory to the state Assembly, McDan- ready spoken as to their choice. Rumors iel’s supporters have decided to circulate have it that the City Council members have petitions urging the City Council to appoint copped to an easy choice of not choosing Ken to fill the last 30 months of Wimberly’s someone to fill Wimberly’s term; instead, term. “The way I see it, I already won the they say are leaning towards having the atseat,’’ said McDaniel. “Unfortunately, there large seat put forth on the May with the four were some things that went on that inter- ward council slots. McDaniel said the counrupted the execution of this, I would think cil members seemed fearful of alienating the only just thing to do in this situation is anyone by appointing him to the seat, but I to remove the blemish from the city by ap- will respect the wisdom of the council,” said pointing me.” Personally, I really don’t see a McDaniel.

We got the opinion of one who intends need for a special election.”

Many discussions are also in the air that to run for the seat, school board Commisother people not in the past election are also sioner, Christopher Irving, to ask was he of being considered or endorsed for the seat. the same sentiments as McDaniel. “The seat I don’t think that’s right they didn’t run or that has become available is not Ken’s seat. garner nary a vote. However Mr. McDaniel In fact, Rigo still has that seat. This vacant was the next highest vote getter. Question seat is a seat of opportunity. No one is enis does the public feel that Ken should fill titled to anything. The award of this seat is the seat till the next election of the unfilled based on merits, qualification and a proven term? Or should the public demand the track record of leadership. I feel I possess quick and speedy trial of Rigo Rodrigues as those qualifications.

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BEING HOMELESS IS STILL A HARSH REALITY FOR TOO MANY AMERICANS

By Robert Foreman

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eing homeless in America is not a new thing. While strides have been made to tackle the homeless issue, and provide more assistance to those in need, it is still a blight for one of the wealthiest nations on Earth to have some of its own citizens sleeping in the street.

One would think that in the wake of the economic meltdown, and the Great Recession, that the ranks of the homeless in America would be swelling by leaps and bounds, but figures show that there has been no significant increase yet. But there are still thousands of people in America who are homeless, so that means it is still very much a major issue. Virtually everyone has either encountered a homeless person on the street, knows someone who has lost their home to foreclosure, or knows someone who is struggling to avoid losing their home.

Simply put, homelessness knows no color, race, religion or class. You can be white, black, brown, yellow, Christian, Muslim, Jewish, college-educated, or a high school graduate and find yourself suddenly without a roof over your head.

The federal government defines ‘being homeless’ or a ‘homeless person/family’ as those who lack a fixed, regular and adequate nighttime residence, or those who have a primary residence that is a supervised publicly or privately operated shelter designed for temporary living accommodations.

These residences/living accommodations include welfare hotels, congregate shelters and transitional housing; an insti-

tution that provides a temporary residence for individuals that is meant to be institutionalized; or a public or private place that is not traditionally designated as a living/sleeping accommodation for individuals. This does not include those who are imprisoned, or otherwise detained, under state or federal law.

According to the United States Code, Title 42, Chapter 119, Subchapter I, those who are classified as ‘homeless’ are eligible for assistance under any program, so long as they comply with the income eligibility requirements associated with those programs. In addition to the aforementioned code, those who are homeless are also eligible for assistance under Title I of the Workforce Investment Act of 1998.

It may surprise many Americans to know that on any given night in this country that there are a total of 643,067 people who are classified as ‘homeless.’ Of that number, 238,110 are families and the other 404,957 are individuals, with 17% of the homeless population considered ‘chronically homeless.’ Even more shocking is that 12% of the homeless population, estimated to be around 76,000, are U.S. veterans, who have fought wars on foreign soil only to find themselves without a place to live in their own country.

Those who are homeless are classified in different categories that include, chronic homeless, families, veterans, youth, rural homeless, those who are homeless due to domestic violence, those who are men-

PASSAIC COUNTY SHELTERS/EMERGENCY HOUSING Eva’s Village (Main Facility) 393 Main Street Paterson, NJ 07501 Main Number (973) 5236220 Eva’s Kitchen 393 Main Street Paterson, NJ 07501 (973) 279-0783 Eva’s Men’s Shelter 389 Main Street Paterson, NJ 07501 (973) 247-0143 02 Eva’s Women’s Shelter 31 Jackson Street Paterson, NJ 07501 (973) 279-1004 Eva’s Hope Residence for Mothers and Children Women’s Shelter 25 Jackson Street Paterson, NJ 07501 (973) 742-2302 Father English Community Center Project Youth Haven 435 Main Street Paterson, NJ 07501 (973) 881-0280 06 Hispanic Information Center 270 Passaic Street Paterson, NJ 07501 (973) 881-0280 06 Passaic Information Center 270 Passaic Street Passaic, NJ 07055 (973) 779-0260 01 Passaic County Women’s Center P.O. Box 244 Paterson, NJ 07513

St. Joseph’s Hospital Harbor House 703 Main Street Paterson, NJ 07503 (973) 977-2000 04 Hispanic Multi-Purpose Service Center 45 East 21st Street Paterson, NJ 07504 (973) 684-3320 St. Paul’s Community Services, Inc. 449-456 Van Houten Street (973) 881-1450 Paterson, NJ 07055 04,05 (973) 278-7900 Paterson Coalition for Housing 02,04 262 Main Street St. Peter’s Haven Paterson, NJ 07505 390 Clifton Avenue (973) 684-5998 Clifton, NJ 07011 04 (973) 546-3406 Paterson Task Force 03 Hilltop Haven St. Peter’s Haven 36-38 Circle Drive 9-11 North 1st Street Paterson, NJ 07522 Paterson, NJ 07522 (973) 279-2333 (973) 790-0887 03 08 Paterson Task Force State of New Jersey 155 Ellison Street Paterson, NJ 07505 (973) 279-2333 Housing Assistance 01 Contact: (609) 633-0973 Path Program for Passaic County Housing Production Case Management Contact: Rick Montemore for Mentally Ill and Homeless (609) 633-6302 703 Main Street Paterson, NJ 07503 Energy Assistance (973) 754-4747 Contact: EnergyAssistance@dca. or (973) 754-4781 state.nj.us (609) 633-2378 07 Salvation Army of Passaic 550 Main Street For more information visit: Passaic, NJ 07505 http://www.state.nj.us/dca/ (973) 779-1155 divisions/dhcr/offices/ 02,08

tally/physically impaired, and those who are re-entering society after being incarcerated. The chronically homeless are usually those people who have a serious mental illness or suffer from substance/alcohol abuse. Many of these individuals have been in and out of treatment programs, only to find themselves constantly homeless.

Roughly 45% of the homeless have reportedly suffered from some form of mental health issue, with 25% of the homeless population suffering from serious mental issues, including bipolar disorder, schizophrenia and depression. Substance and alcohol abuse also come into play among some who are homeless, with 46% of the homeless reportedly suffering from alcohol abuse and 38% reportedly suffering from drug abuse. Those who are homeless and suffering from mental/physical impairments, as well as alcohol and sub-

stance abuse, find that these issues are magnified by not having a steady residence and access to care.

Another factor that can potentially lead to homelessness is long-term unemployment, which can result in the foreclosure of a home. Recent economic data has shown that the unemployment rate in America dropped to a 2 1/2 year low of 8.6%. Now, while it is good news that hiring is starting to increase, it is not increasing at a quick enough pace to help those who are teetering on the brink of potentially being homeless or those who may already be homeless.

Whatever the factors that lead to someone becoming homeless, the stark reality is that it can happen to anyone, at anytime. So, as we all go about our daily lives, sometimes complaining about the things we wish that we could change, we should pause and take a moment to count our blessings. Especially at the height of the holiday season. Because no matter how bad we may think we have it, if we have a roof over our heads and food to eat, then we are in a better position than thousands of our fellow Americans.

For more information on homelessness visit the National Alliance to End Homelessness at www.endhomelessness.org. For information regarding foreclosure assistance visit the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD.Gov) at http://portal. hud.gov/hudportal/HUD. See page 7 for additional information.

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GINGRICH OFFERED $1M TO NOT RUN FOR PRESIDENT is “erratic and unreliable as a leader.” She also stated that he is “intelligent and acepublican presidential candidate, and complished” and has “contributed to real former Speaker of the House, Newt reforms in government,” but that he is also Gingrich has been surging in recent “ethically dubious.”

GOP polls, but not every conservative believes he should be running for president. Cain suspends his Conservative radio host Michael Savage of- campaign amid scandals Businessman Herman Cain burst onto fered Gingrich $1 million if he would drop out of the presidential race. Savage stated the national stage in September as a GOP that he believes that Mitt Romney is the presidential candidate with a strong cononly Republican candidate with a chance servative message that resonated with many of beating President Barack Obama in the Republican voters. By early December, Cain’s campaign was struggling amidst alle2012 elections.

Savage believes that Gingrich, the cur- gations of sexual harassment and marital inrent GOP front-runner, is incapable of fidelity, which ultimately proved too much beating President Obama for a variety of for his run for the White House. Cain ofreasons. These reasons include Gingrich’s ficially suspended his campaign in Atlanta, history of marital infidelity and issues he Georgia on December 3rd, as his wife, Glofaced as Speaker, which involved eighty- ria, stood by his side.

By suspending his campaign, Cain, unfour ethics charges being filed against him.

However, Savage’s offer was not open-ended der the rules of the Federal Election Comand it only had a shelf-life of only 72 hours. mission, can continue to raise campaign contributions, as well as spend campaignGingrich did not accept.

Savage is not the first high-profile con- related funds, until he formally ends his servative to be against a potential Gingrich candidacy. Once he formally ends his campresidency. In fact, displeasure with Gin- paign, then he will have 60 days to cease grich has also come from the conserva- most, if not all, campaign-related business. tive political pundit class, including Peggy Although Cain is out of the race, he will still Noonan, George Will, David Brooks and able to hold considerable influence over the Ann Coulter. Recently, Coulter wrote Republican primaries, as other candidates “Newt Gingrich is the “anti-Establishment” will be jockeying to claim his supporters, candidate only if “the Establishment” is de- not to mention his endorsement. Not surfined as “anyone who remembers what hap- prisingly, an endorsement from Cain has became the hot ticket item for some other pened the day before yesterday.”

Noonan recently noted that while she GOP hopefuls from the moment he susbelieves that Gingrich can lead, that he pended his campaign.

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OCCUPY WALL STREET-STILL GOING STRONG By: Ed Rumley

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he message is still clear. The voices of protest continue to echo not only in New York City, but nationally and internationally, as well. The Passaic County Pulse visited Zuchotti Park in downtown Manhattan, the birthplace of the Occupy movement. In no uncertain terms, despite the recent, forced evacuation by the New York City Police Department of protesters who made their home in the park, the voices of concern are growing stronger. The so called “99%” are fed up with disparity of the “1%”, who live in luxury. The “have nots” are letting their outrage with the “haves” be known. In fact, Zuchotti Park has become somewhat of a mecca for Occupy participants. Visitors from nearly every major city in the United States, and even London, have come to show support. In an exclusive interview, the Passaic County Pulse

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spoke with decorated, retired Philadelphia Police Captain Ray Lewis. Captain Lewis made world news as he was arrested for civil disobedience by New York City police, the day after the early morning eviction. “I retired eight years ago,” Captain Lewis remarked. “I wanted to get away from it all. But then I saw this movement on TV. I wanted to fully back it. I wanted to back the fight against corporate greed.

I came here on November 14th, the day before the raid. I thought I could make a significant contribution.” Indeed, Captain Lewis has. After appearing on numerous television and radio formats for several days, Captain Lewis’ presence has been

By Corey Teague seen daily at Zuchotti.

Two young people, Hermes, 18, and small, but strong group of community Jessica, 17, also presented their viewpoints. leaders came out to support PaterBoth teenagers quit their jobs in Alabama son School Board Candidate Corey and now call New York City their home.

L.Teague on December 13th at Jacksonville Hermes shared that many protesters are housed by volunteer organiza- during a meet and greet.

“The Paterson School District needs a tions, private homes, and even churches. Hermes pointed, complete overhaul,” said Teague. “We, as only yards away, where his parents must begin to take a stand for what tent had once stood before the we know is right.

When asked about his plans concerning police raid. He criticized the Federal Reserve, calling it, “an nutrition his response was; “I find it very illegal banking cartel that vio- difficult to understand how the folks on 90 lates the Constitution and First Delaware Avenue can sit down to gourmet meals while the children are subjected to Amendment rights.”

For those wishing to sup- food that has virtually no nutritional value.”

“Again, it goes back to parents taking port the cause, Hermes stated a stand and fighting for the rights of every that Saturdays are best to visit Zuchotti, as various rallies, child. The word “NUTRITION” is almost speeches, and concerts take non-existent in the Paterson School Displace. Also, the 17th of each trict. If you look at the quality of the food month is significant, as the date served to children in suburban districts, and marks the monthly anniversary in other counties throughout N.J., you will see glaring differences.” of the movement.

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Teague laid out part of his agenda for the Paterson School District: 1.TAKING BACK LOCAL CONTROL! The state of NJ has maintained control of the Paterson School District for over two decades. I don’t see where much as changed as a result of this take-over. It is time for this to end. As a School Board Commissioner, I will fight tooth and nail, being relentless and using everything in my power to see that this happens fast!

2. FOCUS ON STUDENT PROGRESS! As a parent, I am very concerned with the test scores that are being published.

Our children have not failed, but something has failed our children! The parents, teachers, school administrators and the school board must begin to work together, putting aside all differences and allowing the focus to be directed towards the children and their educational success!

3. REGAINING PUBLIC TRUST! Somewhere along the line, the people at large have lost faith in the public education system. I want to restore that faith. Education is still the key, there have been many setbacks in the past, but I believe that if we pull up our sleeves and begin to tackle the issues instead of just sitting around complaining about them, then something positive can and will happen within our district. No single person can change everything.

The event ended with fellowship and a pledge of support to Teague and his vision.

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SPEAK OUT

Joan Chisolm – A+ If everybody who testified answered questions like her the inquiry would have been over in 2 sessions.

The administration should be forced to watch her testimony as an example of how to answer questions. She is the epitomy of a person with “nothing to hide”. Don’t give her the job back that Lanesha Mackle pulled from her. Give her Ms Mackle’s job.

Scanella – A+. Also gave direct answers to the questions and helped the Council get some real answers to the inner workings of the payroll system. Charles Thomas – B-.

Give Mr Thomas an A for admitting his transgressions and offering to pay back the money. He gets a D for getting himself in Charlie Pettiford F- Made a mockery this mess in the first place Would like to see of the proceedings. His behavior has been others admit wrong doing. Russ Forenza. reprehensible. He has for all intensive pur- INC. Still waiting to hear what he has to say. poses verified that he is the empty suit we Why doesn’t he have to pay back the OT? Michael L. all thought he was. Betty Taylor- F CLUE-

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Wimberly- F. Obviously his allegiance to the Mayor is more important than his allegiance to the taxpayers. Davis-F. (See Wimberly.) Taverez.-C (See Sayegh) Rodriquez.- D Asked some good questions and some that were ridiculous. Takes up way too much time. Mayor Jones- F. A rough start with his rebellious antics, he walked out on the proceedings. Then the delay tactics regarding the use of lawyers postponed the proceedings even more. When he finally ran out of ideas to delay, the council got their chance to ask the questions we have all wanted answers to. In typical Jones fashion he gave very little information and pointed his finger.

plan #11

Donna Ivy – D Not impressive. Seems a tad overwhelmed with her position.

Glenn Brown – A Successfully scrubbed the bus tracks from his uniform. Cool as a cucumber because he had nothing to hide.

Exposed the mayor’s lies. Chief Wittig – A Also has nothing to hide.

There are way too many things going on that should not be happening at all. Let me show you what I mean and if you disagree, then I suggest you check yourself for a pulse, because you are being complacent and are a big part of the problem.

I feel this crap of having two languages needs to come to an end once and for all.

This is North America, not South America.

This country was founded by people who spoke English, not Spanish. I have nothing against people coming here to make a better life for themselves, but please, learn OUR language and our customs. We didn’t invite you, you chose to come here. So, please do not think that we owe you anything without you working for it. You are in OUR country, and as such, you have to cater to us. We do not have to cater to you. Do you think your country would cater to me if I were to go there? I doubt it very much. So, if you think I’m going to cater to you and bend over backwards as to not offend you, you’re living in Fantasy Land. Same goes for the Muslims. I will never convert to Islam. I look upon Islam as being a dictatorship and not a religion. As far as religions go, music is my religion. As for other religions, I find too much hypocrisy and contradictions in them. I praise Nature, not some god that seeks to destroy it. As for the end of the world nonsense, it’s all a bunch a crap. But if you choose to believe in all of that, go right ahead. All I ask is for you to not try to shove it down my throat, I’m not interested, and do not wish to hear it.

Now we come to drugs, prostitution and other things. We have a war on drugs that has been going on for many years. Wars usually come to an end sometime. The rea-

son why this war doesn’t end is very simple.

A lot of political and powerful people are making big money from it.

Let’s face reality here. Prostitution and drugs have been going on since the beginning of time. It will never be stopped.

Wouldn’t it make more sense to legalize these things? If they’re legalized like they are in other countries, more tax revenue would become available. By having prostitutes pay taxes and be checked by doctors once a week, STD’s will eventually be a thing of the past.

Let’s look at Amsterdam. Here’s a city that I’ve been to twice and love it. The people there are free spirits, just like me. Their crime rate is so much lower than ours. Sorry to say, but our country is behind the times.

Another pet peeve of mine. Gangs and drug dealers getting very light sentences in prison. The only way to put a complete stop to gangs is when a gang member is arrested for a crime, the sentence should be 75 years.

Twenty-Three hours a day in a cage. One hour for a shower and that’s it. No visitors, no phone calls, no radios or TV’s, no letters and absolutely no contact whatsoever with the outside world. Of course the bleeding heart, pablum pukers will say their rights are being violated. They broke the law so suffer.

If the pablum pukers care so much for them, then take them into your homes and raise them. There’s much more I can write about, but I’ll stop for now. If there are people who are offended by what I write, just keep this in mind. You’re offended because you WANT to be offended, so get over it and stop your whining.

plan #12

Ken Morris- A+. Star of the show.

Councilman Morris has done an excellent job. He has remained cool and maintained his focus as many of the witnesses thought he would accept their evasive answers.

Aslon Goow- A+. Has not been afraid to ask the tough questions and has continued until he has gotten an answer. McKoy- A His background as an auditor has been invaluable. He has shown his anger and emotion without letting it get in the way. Sayegh- B. Always asks very clear and concise intuitive questions. Needs to dig a little deeper.

EXCUSE ME, IS THIS AMERICA?

plan #9

With the proceedings of the OTSCAM inquiry at about 50 hours, below are interim grades for most of the participants:

LESS. Not qualified to be an assistant data entry clerk. Lanesha Mackle-F Another Dept Head that is not qualified to lead. It is now clear why we can’t attract any new business to Paterson. Pulling Ms Joan Chisolm for doing her job is the tip of the iceberg.

Her arrogance is not an asset. Christopher Coke – F He signed up for a job that is exempt just like the salaried jobs he held in the private sector. That means no OT no matter how much he thinks he deserves it.

plan #13

Grading the OT SCAM inquiry

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RETIRING FOR MORE: DETECTIVE STEVE OLIMPIO

SHERIFF’S DEPT. STEPS INTO HISTORY WITH DIVERSITY “I remember Lisa from long ago as one who was doing the work to build a better community.

Now she has finally gotten recognized for her efforts. She just needed someone to recognize her good work. We are all so proud of her.”

Sheriff Berdnik with top ranking officials of PC Sheriff Dept.

Promoting Officials in rank order

By Star Williams

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ecember 13, 2011 – At the Passaic County Police Academy, located at 214 Oldham Rd, in Wayne, N.J. in a small auditorium, ethnic diversity represented by officials, friends, family and supporters gathered to witness the history making moment officiated by Sheriff Richard Berdnik. A handful of officers of Passaic County’s finest received their day of recognition. As the sheriff first announced, “this day could have never happened without the full cooperation of the PC government inclusive of freeholders and assembly persons.” Sheriff Berdnik was most proud of his appointments as he articulated each officer’s past achievements that led to this day of promotion. Based on the number of years and accomplishments of these officers, the promotions were a long time coming; as the majority of the officers has served more than 25 years with the department. History was recorded in several different aspects.

L. Washington and family Lisa Washington, formerly Deputy Warden of Passaic County Jail, became the first Black female in county history to be appointed to the Passaic County Office of Undersheriff; as her son Keyon Billie held the bible as she took the oath. Keyon, 14, a student of Norman S. Weir remarked, “My mom has only set the bar higher for me and I won’t let her down. Washington joined the department in 1989 and worked in the jail and in the community outreach division as a sergeant before being appointed in May as Deputy Warden. When asked about her new position, she remarked, “I am forever humbled by the opportunity to represent not only myself, but my department. I will continue to do my best in representing.” Mrs. Jessie Dixon, President of the “100 Black Women” organization stated that

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By Star Williams

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teven Olimpio, one of the super cops of the Paterson Patrolmen Benevolent Association celebrated in retirement after 28 years of service.

Steve retires from the force with not only the love of his comrades, but the love and respect of the community he served. It is believed that every youth in Paterson knows this cop.

He became the “cop with the great big heart”. He is known to the community as a friend. The dinner was arSwearing in of Dir. M. Recinos with ranged by a Officer Sharon Easton and a family and partner H. Cuadrado. few fondly loved fellow officers. It took most of the night to bestow upon Steve The Sheriff also promoted Mario Recinos, the many accolades of gratitude felt by who worked both in the jail and on large-scale those in attendance. narcotics cases with federal task forces, to DiOne past partner during his carector of Narcotic Enforcement. The crowd of reer had this to say: “I don’t think family, friends and DEA members he had long Steve ever brought home a full payworked with cheered loudly at his announce- check! He was always digging in his ment. A fellow Latin American officer stated pocket to help some one out. He’s not how proud they were to have representation at a small giver. Steve has been known such a high office in the Sheriff office. “Maybe to purchase school uniforms; bus he can bring new understanding, ideas and sen- passes to help people keep their jobs; sitivity training to the staff he will supervise. bags of food for families that just found This officer has dealt with many types of people themselves burned out; he’s rented and was always professional,” said the officer. rooms for homeless families; he has gone so far as to purchase a washing machine and delivered it himself.

Steve began his career as a patrolman in 1986. Aft er one year, he escalated to the Paterson Police Task Force, dealing with gang violence, drugs, and robberies for the next two years. In 1989 – 1996, he worked in the Division of Narcotics.

In 1991, he was promoted to detective in that division. It was in the last year, that he assumed the Director’s position for the PAL. In 1996, elevated to the position of President of the PBA, where he dealt with union contracts and services, Sheriff Berdnik and Lt. John community alliances, grievances and Arturi & family special investigations.

James Shay was promoted to Captain, John Comments we received from the Arturi to Lieutenant, Natalie Lazar and Ron De- detective were; “I tried never to meet lore to Sergeant, and Rob Scott to Commander. people in trouble and leave them in the None of these positions are easy to obtain. They same situation. I’d rather be a giver than are based on both performance and testing. a taker.” Steve is the Founder of “FLIP” Another first, Elbrus Basmouk was sworn in (Future Lives Initiative Program) orgaas Deputy Warden, becoming the county’s first nized in 2001 that allows delinquent juCircassian-American at that rank, Berdnik said. veniles an opportunity to live at home as Basmouk also joined in 1989 as a corrections an alternative to jail and juvenile homes. officer and earned “virtually every rank in the He also founded the Paterson Junior Pojail.” We asked Basmouk why did he think this lice Cadets, a community youth alliance happened for him now. He stated that he felt program, The Safe Haven Program, and there was a combination of things, along with the PAL Boot Camp. With this successthe change of administration, more chance of ful career, he has also managed to be a opportunity and the fact that the sheriff really wonderful father to his two children, does his homework in learning his staff so he Brianna and Steven Jr. and dedicated to can make good decisions. You also need to have his loving wife, Joan (Rosano) Olimpio. the right credentials when you get this high on Steve was reared in the Riverside of Patthe ladder. You would have performed in cer- erson, but now lives in Morris, NJ. In adtain positions, along with civil service testing. dition, heart felt speeches were presentI’m just happy and grateful to be acknowledged. ed by each family member. I think we can say, Steve will not be forgott en aft er retirement since he decided to accept a position at the Board of Education.

He continues to work with problem youths. Steve said” All I know is that we can’t give up on these kids. Someone’s got to look pass the anger, and distraught they have and see their real situation and help them.” Many say, “Steve could never be an undercover cop in Paterson; he’s know too well.”

All the remarks and acts of kindness was confi rmed when Ms. Jermaine Moore came to the podium to speak D.W. Elbrus Basmouk about the life changing element that was December, 2011 - January, 2012

added to her life when she met Detective Olimpio. Ms. Jermaine Moore was the single mother with children. Offi cer Sharon Easton heard of the mother’s plight and immediately thought of Steve.

“I’ll never forget what he said when I met him….”I’m here to help. What can I do?.” In less than 1 year’s time, Detective Olimpio raised $50,000.00 for the family to help with the treatment and wellness of Dashawn Moore, age 5 and his family. Dashawn was diagnosed with brain cancer. Mom remarked, “I never had to worry about my rent, transportation, or my son seeing specialist doctors aft er I met Steve. He became like a “Super Hero” in uniform to my son. From the fi rst day he met my son, he dedicated himself. Aft er meeting Dashawn, Steve went to the house, to the hospital to the grave. He had so many fundraisers for him. He would visit him at home at least 3 times a week. He never missed a doctor’s appointment or a treatment for him. I was able to get the best care in and out of state. My son’s one wish was to go to Disneyland. Before he passed Steve made that happen. Th at was the best vacation and best memory I have of my son. Steve sent us off in such style; it was almost unreal. He was so happy.

I know that the things he did extended my son’s life. Dashawn died one year later after meeting Steve.

We can only hope that more police offi cers learn the method to the madness and bridge the gap between law enforcement and community. Thanks Steve for a job well done.

All the remarks and acts of kindness was confirmed when Ms. Jermaine Moore came to the podium to speak about the life changing element that was added to her life when she met the Detective Olimpio. Ms. Jermaine Moore was the single mother with children. Officer Sharon Easton heard of the mother’s plight and immediately thought of Steve.

“I’ll never forget what he said when I met him….”I’m here to help. What can I do?.” In less than 1 year’s time, Detective Olimpio raised $50,000.00 for the family to help with the treatment and wellness of Dashawn Moore, age 5 and his family. Dashawn was diagnosed with brain cancer. Mom remarked, “I never had to worry about my rent, transportation, or my son seeing specialist doctors after I met Steve. He became like a “Super Hero” in uniform to my son. From the first day he met my son, he dedicated himself. After meeting Dashawn, Steve went to the house, to the hospital to the grave. He had so many fundraisers for him. He would visit him at home at least 3 times a week. He never missed a doctor’s appointment or a treatment for him. I was able to get the best care in and out of state. My son’s one wish was to go to Disneyland. Before he passed Steve made that happen. That was the best vacation and best memory I have of my son. Steve sent us off in such style; it was almost unreal. He was so happy. I know that the things he did extended my son’s life. Dashawn died one year later after meeting Steve.

We can only hope that more police officers learn the method to the madness and bridge the gap between law enforcement and community. Thanks Steve for a job well done.

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HMPSC PUSHING THROUGH THE BARRIERS FOR A BRIGHTER TOMORROW! By: Carmen Ledesma

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ATERSON – Maria Magda is the Founder and the Executive Director for the Hispanic Multi-Purpose Service Center (HMPSC). The HMPSC is a community-based agency, incorporated in 1975 as a not-for-profit corporation. The agency was created to function as a charitable organization because the city’s Hispanic leadership recognized the need to establish an organization that would serve as an advocate for the Latino community.

Now the HMPSC has successfully opened many services that have improved the quality of life for the under privileged.

The services they offer include: Survival Skills, Career Development, Referral and Counseling Programs, Youth and Family Services, Crisis Intervention, Emergency Food and Shelter, Homelessness Prevention, HIV/AIDS Education and Prevention, Employment Services, Substance Abuse Prevention among the Homeless, Department of Labor Computer Literacy, and Senior Citizen Advocacy Program.

Since these services were put into place, Paterson faces fewer barriers. However, HMPSC’s job is not complete. The organization admits they could not be successful without the dedication and the persistence that Maria Magda imposes in all of her efforts. They can also attribute their success to their collaborative work with community agencies.

The Passaic County Pulse reserved some questions for Maria Magda for our readership to get to know her on a personal level: How do you feel about the Hispanic

Community suddenly interested in politics?

Magda responded, “I think the sudden interest shown by Hispanics in politics certainly serves as a step in the right direction. It shows that Hispanics want to be involved and are concerned in community affairs.”

Which running candidate would you support?

Magda responded, “The person running for office has to be extremely involved with the community and the issues that we face as a whole. This person also has to be from the same district and has to recognize all issues concerning cultural diversity, social, economic and educational barriers that we continue to confront on a daily basis.”

Opinion of Mayor and City Council?

Magda responded “City council members should be more involved with the families who reside in the city of Paterson. Families in need of services such as recreation and education do not have the resources available to them. This is where city council members should step in and provide these resources for the families.

In regards to the Mayor, “I remember as he was running for office and while he was in office, he was very involved with the families and the youth in our community.

He was a board member, he was my friend and he was an extremely responsible figure

who was involved with the concerns of the community. As a Mayor, he seems to have forgotten what he used to represent and perhaps this is because the issues in Paterson have grown out of control. However, my faith and belief in the Mayor is that he can definitely turn things around by being more involved.

Christmas Plans?

Magda explains, “On a good note, the HMPSC is hosting an open door event for the children of Paterson on December 23, 2011. On this day, the open door event will allow children to walk in and pick a toy of their choice. Thank goodness for the surrounding communities outside of Paterson which have been extremely generous in donating toys to this event. However, we used to be able to do more for the Holidays.

In fact, we used to hold the “Three Kings Celebration” which is widely known in the Hispanic Community but due to the lack of funding and support from the surrounding businesses and members of the communities, we unable to hold the event.

Major Problems in Paterson?

Magda responded: “Gangs, education, lack of resources and activities for the residents, children and teens, no respect for city officials, individuals or for humanity, as a whole.”

Plans for 2012?

Magda responded with much grace and concern, “I am hoping that the elected officials will take a look at the HMPSC and get involved to help support and fund the community that we serve.

Today, HMPSC welcomes and serves people in need regardless of ethnic, racial, gender or linguistic background. The Center depends almost entirely on government grants to fund our programs. If you need help, know someone in need or would like to make a difference in people’s lives contact us by email at info@hmpservicecenter. org. Our center is located at 911 East 23rd Street, Maria Magda Way in Paterson, NJ, 07513. Tel: (973) 684-3320 and our Website: http://www.hmpservicecenter.org/ index.php/abous-us/pageno

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The new routes will operate from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

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LESSONS FROM THE URBAN BLACKBOARD The Power of a Parent

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school board member recently received a call from a parent about her child’s school. It seems that she actually went to her child’s school to review what the child was doing in class. When she got there, she found a classroom that didn’t have any of the equipment in it that the course required.

Additionally, she was told that the class had no books. Also, the class hadn’t had a steady teacher since September and this was December already. What was particularly upsetting was the fact that there were two identical classes in the building, but the other one was fully-stocked and fully-functioning. Outraged, she reached out to a board member to get this addressed.

Now, the school was a brand new school, here in Paterson, having opened in September. Sadder still, on closer inspection, the room was completely unequipped for the use

it was being put to. Not only didn’t it have functioning equipment, it didn’t have electrical power for the equipment, even if the equipment they had worked. And all this in a newly-developed school.

Of greatest concern, was the fact that the student had decided to start cutting class because there was no opportunity to practice and learn on the equipment that was the central theme of the program. The child was stuck listening to theory of how to do the things that his peers down the hall were learning to do.

So mom intervened. She decided that her child was being denied what she sent the child to school to receive, an education. She started making calls to get this addressed.

She reached out to a school board member and complained. She made it clear that education was a priority to her and she did not understand why her child was sitting in a classroom, which was not prepared to deliver that instruction.

That board member couldn’t answer that question and went to find the answer.

As a result of the mother’s efforts, that classroom is well on its way to becoming fully-equipped and functional. The students are being shuttled between the functional classroom and their classroom while this remediation occurs. The district has people at the

highest levels moving to ensure that they have everything that they need in terms of equipment and staffing. The adults in charge received a wave of pressure that makes it clear that no school should ever open under these conditions again or be allowed to exist once opened. Their job is to protect the interest of the students in their care.

The board has created a policy change that states that no academic program can be introduced to students until all facets of the program are at least 90% complete. And if it is only 90% complete it must be brought to the board to receive approval to open, after, of course, giving a explanation and timeline for completion for that last 10%. The exciting thing here is that students will now begin to get the education that they signed up for. The adults in the system have been confronted with the fact that they are indeed responsible for the educational product they deliver in this school district. The sad thing is that out of a class filled with students, only one parent took the time to go see what was happening with their child’s education. One parent said that they wanted, and expected, the best for their child, albeit, three months late. But, at times one parent is all you need, especially if that one parent is everyone of you. This month’s mixed lesson from the Urban Blackboard.

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CHOCOLATE TART WITH TIPS ON HEALTHY EATING DURING THE HOLIDAY SEASON HAZELNUT SHORTBREAD CRUST Exercise: Most people have a little extra time available over the holiday season when they are not at work. Take this opportunity to develop a regular exercise regime. This will help to burn off the excess calories and fat consumed over this period. It will also get you into the habit of exercising, and you can continue the regime after the holiday season is over.

Review your cooking methods: These days there is no excuse for not utilizing the many healthy ways in which food can be prepared. Instead of frying, grill your food. If you’re roasting, use one of the many available low-calorie spray oils. Try steaming vegetables to retain nutrients and flavor.

Invest in lower fat ingredients for cooking: If you’re preparing a big dinner, why not use half-fat ingredients whenever possible? It is often difficult to tell the difference where taste and flavor are concerned.

You can even get low-calorie beers, wines and soft drinks.

By simply swapping regular ingredients, foods and drinks for their half-fat alternatives you can make a big cut-back on fat and calorie consumption.

Eat regularly: If you are going to a big party or dinner, don’t starve yourself all day in

anticipation. You’re in danger of arriving there feeling ravenous and eating everything in sight. Instead, have some low-fat, healthy snacks throughout the day. By doing this, you’ll be less likely to over-indulge whilst you are out.

Moderate alcohol intake: Don’t forget that alcohol is fattening too. That innocent-looking glass of sparkly wine or that small bottle of beer may look as though it will do no harm. However, alcohol contains calories and lots of them. Try and control the amount of alcohol you consume over the holiday period and, in the same way as food, try not to over-indulge regularly. There are plenty of lower-calorie beers and wines available that can help, so opt for the healthier version whenever possible.

(10 servings, Active Time: 45 minutes, Total Time: 1 3/4 hours) Ingredients ter and pulse just until incorpoCrust rated. Turn the dough out into the 1 cup whole-wheat pastry prepared pan (it will be crumbly), flour; 1/4 cup all-purpose flour; spread evenly and press firmly into 1/2 cup hazelnuts; 1/4 cup sugar; the bottom and all the way up the 1/2 teaspoon salt; 4 tablespoons sides to form a crust. cold unsalted butter, cut into small Bake the crust until set and pieces; 2 tablespoons hazelnut oil, the edges are beginning to brown, or canola oil;1 tablespoon ice wa- about 15 minutes. Let cool on a ter wire rack.

Filling To prepare filling: Sprinkle gel1 1/2 teaspoons unflavored atin over water in a small bowl; let gelatin; 1 tablespoon water; 3/4 stand, stirring once or twice, while cup low-fat milk; 2 large egg yolks; you prepare the rest of the filling.

2 1/2 tablespoons plus 1/4 cup Heat milk in a medium saucesugar, divided; 1 tablespoon all- pan over medium heat until steampurpose flour; 2 ounces unsweet- ing (but not boiling); remove ened chocolate, finely chopped; from the heat to cool slightly.

1 tablespoon coffee liqueur, such Whisk egg yolks, 2 1/2 tableas Kahlua (optional); 4 dried egg spoons sugar and 1 tablespoon whites (see Ingredient Note), re- flour in a medium bowl until comconstituted according to package bined. Gradually whisk in 1/2 cup directions (equivalent to 2 egg of the hot milk. Whisk the egg whites); 1/8 teaspoon cream of yolk mixture into the pan with the tartar remaining hot milk. Return to the Preparation heat and cook, stirring constantly, Preheat oven to 400F. until the mixture thickens enough To prepare crust: Coat a 9-inch to coat the back of a spoon (do not tart pan with cooking spray. Com- boil), about 1 minute. Remove bine whole-wheat pastry flour, from the heat; whisk in chocolate 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, hazel- until completely melted. Whisk in nuts, 1/4 cup sugar and salt in a the softened gelatin and coffee lifood processor; process until the queur (if using) until smooth. nuts are finely ground. Add butter Beat reconstituted egg whites one piece at a time, pulsing once and cream of tartar in a large bowl or twice after each addition, until with an electric mixer on low incorporated. Add oil and ice wa- speed until frothy. Increase speed

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to high and beat until soft peaks form. Gradually add the remaining 1/4 cup sugar and beat until stiff peaks form, 3 to 5 minutes.

Gently fold the chocolate custard into the egg whites until blended.

Spoon the filling into the crust; smooth the top with the back of a spoon and chill, uncovered, until set, about 1 hour.

Tips & Notes · Make Ahead Tip: Loosely cover and refrigerate the tart for up to 1 day. | Equipment: 9-inch tart pan (with or without removable bottom) · Ingredient Note: Dried egg whites are pasteurized–a wise choice when making uncooked fillings. You’ll find them in the baking or natural-foods section of most supermarkets. Reconstitute according to package directions.

Nutrition Per serving: 268 calories; 16 g fat (6 g sat, 7 g mono); 55 mg cholesterol; 29 g carbohydrates; 6 g protein; 3 g fiber; 141 mg sodium; 117 mg potassium.

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LOVE, LIES, AND RELATIONSHIPS

Consultant Karen Williams, M. Ed. Question: How do I get my live-in boyfriend to pop the question? We have lived together for 10 years and he is divorced. We talk about getting married but we havenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t made any concrete plans, such as a date or an engagement ring! I am ready to take our relationship to the next level but he seems to be hesitating. What should I do?

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Response: Your best opportunity to get your boyfriend to pop the question has passed you by! That opportunity may have presented itself before you decided to live with him for 10 years. In my opinion giving free milk does not guarantee the cow will sell!

You moved in with your boyfriend and you have been playing house so to speak for a damaging amount of time. I know in this day and age we have developed a bad habit of sampling! We sample great music in the background of rap songs, we sample devices and if we donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t like them, we return them for a refund, but some thingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s shouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be sampled! Certainly, you should do all you can to be sure your mate is a good match for you but the line should be drawn on engaging in certain behaviors! In my opinion, co-habit-

uating in hopes of marriage is one of them.

Co-habitation complicates things like, financial planning, sacred intimacy and family acceptance. At this point in your relationship there is no gentle discussion to be had! You just need to be really blunt and ask some real questions of your boyfriend. Ask him what would he say is the one thing thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s delaying marriage? Maybe itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s more than one reason so be prepared.

Any response from him that sounds like an excuse is an indication that he has no intentions of marrying you ever! If unity is what you want donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t let lack of money for that big traditional wedding get in your way. If itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the extended family, remember itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s nice to be accepted, but the 100% acceptance may come with time and then again it may never come. Make a list of his reasons and be honest with yourself as you consider his reasons. I can almost guarantee none of his reasons are legitimate!

I have to ask is this someone you think you would really like to have as your husband! He appears to be much of a procrastinator and you, my dear, need to realize the power of being a woman! We set the tone for how men will treat us!

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Congratulations to all of us...Who have stayed the course in life this year...Who have managed to smile, laugh and have joy inspite of life's trials.

Thank y ou to all who have be en in the struggle for bette r life con ditions in our n eighbor hoods, commun ities, cit ies, our cou ntry an d world .

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y the Ch ristmas season b less all o f you!

Enjoy a nd pros per in the ne w year!

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YOUTH & EDUCATION

GONZALEZ HELPS BOLSTER PASSAIC LIBRARY’S SERVICES By: Carmen Ledesma

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ASSAIC – Mr. Mario M. Gonzalez is the Director of the Passaic Public Library, which is also known as the Julius Forstman Library and the Reid Memorial Branch Library. Gonzalez and his contenders have been leading the Passaic Public Libraries to its current state, since 2009. He not only holds the position of Library Director, but also holds the position as a Board Secretary with the Library Board of Trustees.

The Julius Forstman Library Branch offers a variety of different services, activities and programs for the members of their community. These services provide their members with resources on learning the English language, resources on community programs and assistance, job posting information, Passaic After-School Programs, Passaic County Community Programs and information on the Passaic Board of Education.

Activities are generally for the children, young adult and teens. Finally, the Pas-

saic Public Library events include concerts, book signings by well-known authors as well as for up and coming, newly published authors. Additionally, the library events also include art shows and fundraising events.

The Julius Forstman Branch is located on 195 Gregory Avenue, Passaic. For more information about library events, please contact their main number at (973) 779-0474.

The Reid Memorial Branch Library is also an extension to the Passaic Public Library, which is located on 80 Third Street in Passaic and is currently under renovation for more information about their hours of operation contact their main number at (973) 777-6044.

The Passaic Public Library is fully-compliant with the Open Public Record Act (OPRA), which means anyone can request information on the public library records. For more information on the library’s governance and the bylaws of the library, online media database and a multitude of Passaic Public Library information, please visit their website: http://www.passaicpubliclibrary.org

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JAMES A. KUYKENDALL, D.D. Founder and Pastor

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SPEAK OUT Continued from page 9 Dear Councilman, (Reply to Payroll OT from DCA) I have a copy of the letter from the DCA dated December 15th. It’s a vindication of your work and its content is staggering!

You are to be congratulated for the work you have done here because as a result the State wants to follow your lead and ensure that all municipalities in New Jersey are not paying overtime to managers and salaried staffers. Councilman Morris, you’ve been superb and I gotta tell you, Councilman McKoy your auditing experience has been invaluable.

The letter goes on to state that Ms. Betty Taylor should be replaced because her performance “with respect to payroll functions has been extraordinarily poor”.

The stupidity, incompetence and greed of the current administration has “opened the door” for you to stop decades of mismanagement by City officials. I am so proud of you all because FINALLY you have grown a pair. This may be the Council’s finest hour to date.

Mayor Jones, take heed. Its time to bring in qualified people to get Paterson moving again. No more friends, sycophants and incompetents. Your staff is a reflection on you and right now, thanks to the people you hired, Dorian Gray on his worst day looks a darn sight better than you.

Councilmen, you have two simultaneous and VITAL tasks to perform: Wrap up the inquiry, write the report with recommendations, present it and IMPLEMENT THEM WITHOUT DELAY. (Ignore the Mayors report, even though I have not seen it, I’ll say its not worth the taxpayer-funded paper its printed on).

1. Address the Budget and get this adopted urgently. While you are on a roll why don’t you: · Immediately reduce the salaries of city of-

ficials to the levels mandated in 2006 as you were supposed to do earlier this year. · Make other personnel changes as necessary. · Get Glenn Brown from under the Bus · Renegotiate Russ Forenza’s employment agreement immediately to make sure this dedicated servant is not screwed. · Issue Commendations to our auditor Mr. Charles Scanella and Ms. Joan Chisholm for their excellent testimony and service. · Purge the personnel files of all employees who were written up by Ms. Lanisha Makle so as not to stain their reputations. · Ban the use of the word “Process” anywhere in City Hall.

We need to elevate our status from being the second worst run City in the State of New Jersey to being the best! Start thinking outside the box to create solutions. Congratulations. Now lets kick some butt!

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HOLIDAY GADGET BUYING GUIDE FOR THE ELECTRONICS GADGET LOVERS ON YOUR HOLIDAY SHOPPING LIST: Usually, there is at least one electronic gadget lover on everyone’s holiday shopping list. Are you interested in making your electronic gadget lover happy but you don’t know much about the new electronic devices on the market? Our annual Electronic Gadget Lovers Buying Guide will point you in the right direction.

videos, e-magazines subscriptions, photos, download apps, surf the internet, etc... The Kindle Fire is an affordable alternative to the much higher priced iPad2. $300 to $500

$50 to $100

Kind regards, Michael Symonds

Dear Editor: I really enjoy your paper. Please keep up the good work. One thing I would like to ask you to do. Please try to cover my town of Passaic a little more. We have problems with our government that need to be addressed.

Please come and do your investigative work.

I would like some coverage on our city council president…..what a creep!

Beats Pros ($399.00) – High performance headphones designed by world famous Hip Hop recording producer, Dr. Dre and manufactured by Monster Electronics. These high-end headphones allow users to experience a wider range of sonic value that what is normally produced by lesser quality headphones.

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Mayor Jones: Because we allow you to continue as Mayor, just how much do you think we will stand. Now you are ripping off the insurance company?

Wow! Don’t you have enough money now?

$500 to $1,000 iPad 1 and 2 ($500.00 – $1,000) – Apple’s 9.7” tablets that launched If there is a subject that you wish to iCade iPad Arcade ($69.99) – Play a new category in portable computing de‘speak out’ about....please e-mail us here at Atari’s greatest video games on a retro style vices. Download apps, play video games, passaiccountypulse@yahoo.com Disclosure: The views and opinions ex- tabletop arcade cabinet after sliding an iPad surf the web, listen to music, watch video, inside. iPad is sold separately. (LOL) view photos, record video (iPad 2 only), pressed above are not those of the PCP. take photos (iPad 2 only), etc... $100 to $300 $1,000 to $2,000 Fed Up with U

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JawBone Up ($184.99) – Tracks health and fitness using an electronic wristband that monitors activity, sleep patterns, calories, etc..

Using the device’s iPhone application, users receive tips and recommendations designed to help them develop a personalized approach to wellness.

Kindle Fire ($199.99) – A 7” Android Samsung Series 9 UltraBook based computer tablet that allows users to ($1,649.99) – A sleek, lightweight, ultra purchase and enjoy e-books, digital music, slim notebook with features like Windows 7, Core i7 processor, performance graphics card, etc...

CALENDAR OF EVENTS Daily Ice Vault Skating in Wayne @ 10 Nevins Rd. – 973 628-1500 – Great for Winter Break Jan 13: Eugenio Maria de Hostos Philosopher, sociologist, writer, political and educational reformer. Hostos advocated for a federation of Antilles – Speaking at the Paterson Museum, 1 Market Street. 6pm- 9pm.

Jan. 18: Assemblywoman E. Evans Retirement Dinner @ Paterson Brownstone, 351 W. Broadway, 6 pm. Tickets: $100.00 December, 2011 - January, 2012

Contact us at tech.worx@ymail. com with questions about these and other electronic gadget gift information and recommendations.

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LOOK WHO’S CELEBRATING! Raymond Gonzalez was just appointed as the Superintendent for Wayne Public School District as the seat remained without permanent employment for 3 years. Thirty seven year-old father of three young children began his educational career in Paterson in 1998 as a teacher.Gonzalez is the district’s first permanent superintendent in three years. Mr. Gonzales moved to the Paterson School District’s central office and became responsible for distributing and examining the results of state-issued standardized tests. Here is where he realized his future career, which was to bridge the gap between technology in the classroom with teachers developing creative lesson plans to produce the best learning methods that will challenge their students. Following, he became the Superintendent for Curriculum and instruction in the Paterson School District in 2009. Later taking a position as the Assistant Superintendent in Hackensack in 2010. Good Luck in Wayne.

The Paterson Bronze Shield celebrated with Newark’s Bronze Shield and other supporters in efforts to raise funds and toys to distribute to needy families in and around Paterson.

Rev. Florrie Gadson pictured with Apos. Dr. J. Rudolph, guest preacher for her 8th yr. celebration in Rhema Word Ministries of Paterson, N.J. Congratulations for the Christian labor given in the areas of mentoring, caring for the homeless and youth development through literacy.

left- Mayor James Anzaldi with friends and Municipal Conplex following.

Paterson Tree Lighting Ceremony

LIFE AFTER 65 ISN’T OVER

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am not prepared, however, to sound like a chorus of “these are a few of my favorite things” by attempting to compose a heartwarming list. But if you’re thinking family and friends and oceans and ice cream and novels and movies and sex, you won’t be far off. This is not to deny the fact that there is also plenty of bad stuff, like the holes in our brain through which names.

Increasingly, another beloved friend is falling ill of some awful disease. Increasingly, we’re attending another funeral. And increasingly, our adult children are challenging our competence, with questions like, “Do you even know the difference between an iPod and an iPad?” or “Is there some special reason you parked in the middle of the street and not at the curb?”

Okay, so you do know the difference between an iPod and an iPad. But believe me, boomers, there’s always going to be some New THINGS TO LEARN. The oldest of the boomers are turning 65 this month. Yet at least two in three boomers– who were 46 to 64 years old when the poll was done in November– fear aging, think that the term “senior” doesn’t apply to them and believe that they’ll be healthier in retirement than their parents were, the survey found. But they may not be better off financially. Only 43 percent of 1,507 people age 18 and up surveyed say they believe that boomers will have more money in retirement compared with their parents’ generation. Among the boomers polled, 45 percent of those ages 46 to 53, and 54 percent of those ages 54 to 64, agree.

“I think that we’ll have to deal with less than our parents did in retirement,” says Deborah J. Fickett, 58, a retired teacher from South Paris, Maine. “Our generation hasn’t saved as well, and we spend a lot of money

on unnecessary things. We’ve also had wars to pay for, and that’s still on our backs.”

Consider another path. The arrival of boomers at 65 in this grim economic time highlights the importance of generations to one another. No single generation caused the problems, nor can one solve them. A recent report by the think tank Generations United asserts that most Americans get it: “It’s not a fight. It’s a family.”

That is the kitchen-table reality that American households, long before policymakers, have already discovered. A leading real estate firm reported that more and more home buyers in 2010 were looking for multigeneration homes. The proper path as the 21st century evolves should be obvious. “Good policies– Social Security, public education and affordable health care– do not impact one generation at the expense of the others,” the Generations United report concluded. “We must look at generations as interdependent. We need to make budget decisions while considering all government spending, but not by framing a false policy distinction between policies for the young versus policies for the old.”

More important, finding the proper path requires something missing in Washington for years– an adult conversation. That’s a tall order as the nation faces gigantic budget deficits and a mix of government services and obligations that are out of whack and out of date. But adult conversation, recognizing both a shared responsibility and the need for shared sacrifice, is a start. In another tough era, Herbert Hoover postponed the day of reckoning: “Blessed are the young, for they shall inherit the national debt,” he famously said. It’s not an appropriate answer today.

Boomers, and the generations before and after– we’re all in this together.

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Celebration w/Assemblyman B.Wimberly dinner and Chrstmas toy drive for the Needy by the Dept. of Recreation and several other organizations.

Councilman Bill McKoy's 8th Annual Toys for Kids

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ALVIN AND THE CHIPMUNKS: CHIP-WRECKED

THE GIRL WITH THE DRAGON TATTOO

Rated: G Genre: Animation, Comedy, Family Release Date: Dec 16th Running Time: 1 hr, 27 min Playing around while aboard a cruise ship, Alvin, Simon, Theodore and Chipettes accidentally go overboard and end up marooned in a tropical paradise. They discover their new turf is not as deserted as it seems. Starring: Justin Long. Jesse McCartney. Matthew Gray Gubler, Anna Faris, Christina Applegate, Amy Poehler.

Rated: R Genre: Drama, Thriller Release Date: Dec 21st Running Time: 2 hrs, 38 min Journalist Mikael Blomkvist is aided in his search for a woman who has been missing for forty years by Lisbeth Salander, a young computer hacker.

Starring: Daniel Craig, Rooney Mara, Stellan Skarsgard, Robin Wright, Max von Sydow, Christopher Plummer

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A single dad and his two children move to the most unlikely of places: a zoo. With the help of an eclectic staff, and with many misadventures along the way, the family works to return the dilapidated zoo to its former wonder and glory. Starring: Matt Damon, Scarlett Johansson, Patrick Fugit, Thomas Haden Church, Colin Ford, Angus MacFadyen.

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Rated: PG-13 Genre: Drama Release Date: Dec 25th Running Time: --Oskar Schell, a nine-year-old amateur inventor, jewelry designer, and pacifist searches New York City for the lock that matches a mysterious key left behind by his father, who died in the World Trade Center on September 11, 2001. Starring: Sandra Bullock, Tom Hanks, Thomas Horn, John Goodman, Jeffrey Wright, Viola Davis.

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LOVE OF FLIGHT AND PHOTOGRAPHY COMBINED INTO 1ST EXHIBIT

By Robert Foreman

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ATERSON – Elvin Serrano has a passion for travel and for the beauty that the world has to offer, which explains why he is both a commercial pilot for JetBlue Airways and a travel photographer with Sentio Photography. Serrano, 42, who specializes in travel photography, both in America and internationally, recently opened an exhibit at the Ivanhoe Artists Mosaic, in association with Daniel P Quinn, ArtsPRunlimited, Inc. The show, entitled ‘The Carribean Collection: A Coastal Experience,’ showcases work that centers around unique and eye-catching images from Mexico, Puerto Rico and Belize. It will be the first of several planned exhibits by Serrano, with the next one scheduled for the spring and the other for the fall of 2012.

For the foreseeable future, there will be two Serrano exhibits planned per year, with plans to expand them to other locations.

“Growing up in Puerto Rico and having traveled extensively throughout the Caribbean, everything is still a

part of me; the tropical weather, the warm ocean breeze, the music and my culture.

My profession has allowed me to travel the world and bring back a little of what I see.

That’s why I chose to have The Caribbean Collection for my first exhibition,” said Serrano. “My photography is a way to capture what I see, how I see it and the way it feels.

It’s my way of giving back to the community, which is why I wanted to do my first show in

my hometown of Paterson.”

Serrano noted that the exhibit was a success with an excellent response from the community, demonstrated by the more than capacity crowd that attended overflowing onto the patio.

Growing up in the Caribbean, surrounded by the beautiful bounty that nature had to offer, planted the seeds that would later become a full-grown love and appreciation for

the wonders of the natural world. His love for flying was born in childhood, as well as during family vacations and trips with his father. In his youth, his father would take him to the local airports where they would watch the airplanes land and take flight, and young Serrano’s passion for flight was ignited.

Serrano moved to New Jersey when he was in high school and after graduating from Montclair State University, with a B.A. in Psychology, he enrolled in flight school and graduated as a commercial pilot, as well as a flight instructor. In his twenty-years as a pilot, Serrano has been able to travel the globe and take in, firsthand, the wonders of the world in the United States, Europe, Asia, Africa, Central and South America and the Caribbean.

Some of the sights that he has been privileged to see were awe-inspiring landscapes and panoramic vistas, while others were unique to flying or weather-related.

“My next show in the spring will feature Greece and the Greek Isles. I have a small preview of it in the ‘The Carribean Collection,” said Serrano. “I plan to add more photos to my website and I will also keep the public updated on future events and shows.”

It was only in recent years that Serrano finally combined his primary passions, which are nature, traveling and flying, into photography. He realized that he wanted to share the amazing sights that he was seeing with others, who may not otherwise have a chance to see such sights. So, it was only natural that he would become a photographer and capture these awe-inspiring images from his travels and share them with viewers. He creates powerful images and beautiful prints, which capture the splendor and mood of the landscapes that he sees. His goal is to bring viewers the world, one picture at a time. ‘The Carribean Collection: A Coastal Experience’ will be on display until January 9th, 2012. For more information on Elvin Serrano visit his website at www.SentioPhotography.com.

Daniel P Quinn, ArtsPRunlimited, Inc.,1 Ridge Terr., Paterson, NJ, 07514, temp. address. Irish Institute Award, Short Plays to Long Remember (TNT Classics) 2010; Exits & Entrances, 25 years Off-Broadway (2007-8) and organized labor (AuthorHouse) 2005. Short Play Festival Award; OBIE Award as CoProducer.

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