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When I look and two other past back over my life, presidents - Soror I think about so Frankie Freeman many wonderful and Soror Bertha people I have had Maxwell Roddy, for By Cheryl Smith to cross my path, the program. Publisher and the indelible What a joy! mark they left on Then, while at my life. FAMUâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s homecomSure thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s my parents, grandpar- ing five years ago, Soror Mona, another ents, Godparents, other relatives, for- FAMU Rattler and Soror, actress Tâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;keyah mer teachers and mentors. Then thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Crystal Keymah and I discussed working the folks whose names many know, like on a project together. The thought of a colJames Brown, Dick Gregory, Maya An- laboration with hese two women who I had gelou, Dr. Dorothy Irene Height, Al Lip- so much in common with was so exciting. During the Homecoming festivities, Soscomb, Lawrence Young, Comer Cottrell; and so many others who I include among ror Mona was definitely the highlight of the my blessings. weekend. It was Mona Humalso our Delta phries Bailey is chapterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 75th one such peranniversary so son and I will the Beta Alpha be traveling Chapter of Delto Tallahasta Sigma Theta (BADST) was see, FL to join well representmany more members of ed. That Soror Delta Sigma Tâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;keyah was the Theta Sorority, Inc. as we Homecoming say farewell C onv o c at i on to a dynamic speaker and Soror Mona had a member of not only Delta, but special role on society. the program, Mona Humphries Bailey made the weekShe was the epitome of grace at all times. end even more memorable. It was also amusing to watch as men I first heard of her as Miss Florida A&M University (the name changed from Flor- openly flirted with Soror Mona as they marida A&M College) and she was the first veled at her beauty and that she was Miss Miss FAMU in 1953. FAMU more than 50 years prior! Then in 1978 when I was initiated into I joked with her brother, former FAMU Delta, she became forever more than a President Dr. Frederick Humphries about footnote in my database. how challenging it must have been keeping Over the years, we encountered one an- the guys away back in the day. other from time to time and those were Soror Mona told me she was going to visit beautiful experiences. relatives in Apalachicola, FL., for a few days As Founders Day chair for the Dallas and then her flight home had a layover in Alumnae Chapter of our sorority in 2009, Dallas. I had the honor of bringing in Soror Mona, One of the best decisions I ever made in

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This had to be the best Delta Soror Mona shared her opinOh, how I didn’t want our vislife was to fix my schedule so that I could be there for that moment in my life, since initi- ions and advise and I was like a it to end layover. ation! sponge, soaking everything in. The last time I saw Soror We talked about the future of Mona was at the Delta convenNow those who know Dallas/ An American Airlines emFort Worth International Air- ployee and good friend La’Won- Delta Sigma Theta. She listened tion in Houston. We chatted port, to say navigating connect- da Peoples stopped by and chat- intently as I explained my frus- for a moment about that “projing flights is challenging, would ted for a few. She too, realized tration about the serial rapes ect” we were to work on and we be an understatement. took a picture. Later On the day of her that day I saw Soror flight, I arrived earT’keyah and I remindly, talked American ed her of the project Airlines staffers into and told her that Soror letting me meet my Mona mentioned getting together. elderly “sister” at the gate and proceeded I called Soror Mona last summer. I was through security to hopeful that she would meet her. She was surbe able to attend Beta prised that I was able Alpha’s 80th anniverto be there because we know things have sary, but she was unable to. changed since September 11th. I laughed Believe me when and told her she was I say her name was special! Sorors Lisa Lang, T’keyah Crystal Keymah, Deb Payton, Mona Bailey, Sabrina Shirley, Betty Smith Tanner, mentioned and her about to sing after FAMU Homecoming 2012 game. Her connection was absence was felt. in another terminal Soror Mona was a and so I drove her jewel. Our jewel. She there. was an ideal role modWhen we got to the el for all women. security checkpoint Soror Dr. Julianne there was a little hicMalveaux confirmed cup. You see, if you Soror Mona’s transiare over age 75, you tion for me. It was a don’t have to take tough conversation. off your shoes to go We both knew that through. Well much someone very special to our chagrin, the was no longer among TSA employees did us. Much to our disMy line sisters, Sorors Yvette Council, Cheryl Smith, Alvena Smith Thomas, not believe that Soror may later that same Sheryl Barnes and Karen Caldwell Fleming with Soror Mona Bailey. Mona was 75! night, we would hear But they told me to that another past preskeep my shoes on and go right we were among greatness. that were occurring in our area ident, Soror Freeman, had tranthrough! Believe me when I tell you of Texas, where the perpetrator, sitioned. Not really, but it sounds good that I seized that opportunity to who I call “Pookie,” only atMy heart was heavy. It still is. for the story! So, If I see you and I hug you a talk about any and everything. tacked members of our beloved Can you believe they actually Family, FAMU, life and more. sisterhood, between the ages of little longer than is usually cuschecked her identification? And tomary, know that the expresWe laughed about her dear 55 and 65. then the flirting began again. She was every encouraging sion is coming from a place of brother because I said he It was so cute. and journalist Roland Martin as I told her that I was going to LOVE. A place where I bonded Well, we got inside, final- walked around our Delta con- use my platforms to continue with Soror Mona! ly, and decided we would get ventions like they were running talking about Pookie until he is something to eat. things, like they were members! caught.

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Dynamic AKA leader to keynote luncheon On January 15 Alpha Kappa Alpha SororAn Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Life ity Inc. celebrated its 110th Founders’ Day Member, in addition to her years of serand on January 27 at 11 am at the Hilton vice to the sorority, Buckhanan Wilson is Anatole Dallas TX. a member of The Links, Inc., the National Council of Negro WomOmicron Mu Omega Chapter will commemoen and the Top Ladies of rate its founding and honor Distinction, Inc. Buckhanan Wilson chapter members that will celebrate 25 and 50 years of holds an MBA from Clark Atlanta University membership in the sorority. The Founders’ Day proand graduated with hongram will feature as Keynote ors from Benedict ColSpeaker our International lege, where she received President, Dorothy Bucka bachelor’s degree in business administration hanan Wilson. and economics. The Alpha Xi Omega Chapter’s Founders’ Day She has two children: daughter Courtney ReLuncheon, Fulfilling the Vision, will be on February 10, nee, a 2014 Spelman Dorothy Buckhanan Wilson Noon -3p.m., also at the HilCollege graduate and Intl Grand Basileus of ton Anatole and featuring au- Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc member of Alpha Kappa thor Penny Brown Reynolds. Alpha, and son Quinton Among the honorees celebrating 50 years Charles, a Hampton University senior. of service in the sorority, will be all-around She comes to the position with 39 years of servant and past Woman of the Year of Iota committed service and has the distinction Phi Lambda Sorority, Inc., Psi Chapter, Flo- of being the only member to serve four conristene Johnson. secutive terms on its President Buckhanan Wilinternational board of directors. son’s service in Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority began when Installed at the soshe was initiated in 1978 at rority’s national conBenedict College, a historivention held in July cally black college and uni2014 in Charlotte, versity in Columbia, SC. NC, she is the first She rose along the ranks Wisconsin resident from chapter president to to be elected to the Central Regional Director, position. International Secretary, InBuckhanan Wilson ternational First Vice Presiis a long time cordent and now International porate executive in President. both the non-profit She has also served as Secand for profit secFloristene Johnson retary and First Vice President tors with organiza50 year honoree of the Housing Foundation tions such as Xerox, and the Educational AdvanceSC Johnson Wax, and ment Foundation, which awards more than Goodwill Industries. $100,000 in scholarships and grants annuMost recently, Buckhanan Wilson was the ally. Senior Vice President at Goodwill Indus-

tries, where she was responsible for a $25 million enterprise in southeastern Wisconsin and metropolitan Chicago. She also enjoyed a distinguished career with companies such as the Xerox Corporation and S.C. Johnson Wax, where she was a Marketing Executive and became the first African American and one of youngest women promoted to Brand Manager. An Honorary Doctor of Humane Letters degree (L.H.D.) was bestowed upon Buckhanan Wilson 2015. Floristene Johnson is no stranger to public service. She received her B.S Degree from Southern University Baton Rouge, LA, with a major in Foods and Nutrition and a M.S. Degree from Colorado State University, Fort Collins, Colorado with a major in Food Science and Nutrition. She is a Registered Dietitian and interned at Good Samaritan Hospital, Cincinnati, OH An Adjunct Instructor of Dietary Management at Tarrant County College Arlington, TX, she retired (2008) from U.S. Department of Health and Human Services after 35.5 years as the Deputy Regional Program Director and Senior Aging Nutrition Program Specialist for the Administration on Aging Affiliations. . The Coalition of Churches in Prison Ministry was co-founded by Ms. Johnson. In addition to AKA, she is a member of The Links, Inc. Trinity Chapter, past President, National Council of Negro Women, Civic Academy of DeSoto, Texas Graduate She is a recipient of the Julia B. Purnell Humanitarian Award, Mattelia B. Grays Leadership Award,. Graduate Good Citizen Award. A member Oak Cliff Bible Fellowship, Harmony Ministry in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, a school in Leogane, Haiti bears her and her husband’s name. She is the mother of daughter Keesha Williams, stepdaughter Arvillia Johnson and six stepsons.

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How Do I Smile? Even today, when my heart continues to cry; Because you were and always will be. Realizing the finality of life and knowing we all must die. Yet, relishing the time left for me. To live and learn; to move forward and love. Left to finish things started by we two. Accepting your absence but still feeling your love. All the time frightened by what I might see. Asking for guidance and hoping it comes; To brighten the path I must take; none to shun. Connecting broken pieces from this life I now make.

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Congress must not disappoint! Yes, we were Democrats and Republicans who differed, but we were able to function, to pass legislation, and we created an environment of civility.

By Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson

As members of Congress we have been sent to Washington to write legislation for our country, and to promote and protect the interests of voters that elected us. Rather than cooperating with one another, members engage in torrents of chaos, bringing our government to a halt, harming innocent people and vital programs. What we have in Washington today does not reflect the values of the founders of our nation. If its members, who met for the first session in March of

1789, were alive today I am certain that they would be in a profound state of shock, after witnessing what has become of what they began. When I first came to U.S. Congress most members worked on a bi-partisan basis.

If the American idea of Democracy is to continue to be the one that people the world over look to for instruction, members of Congress must return to behavior that is constructive. We must civilly legislate in the interests of the American people. There are tremendous problems being ignored in our country. There are a number of issues that need to be addressed, including infrastructure,

immigration, disaster relief, the national debt and healthcare. Due to the toxic environment on Capitol Hill very little of substance is being accomplished. This is unacceptable and must be confronted and eliminated. The American people deserve more than they are being given. The Congress of the United States cannot afford to disappoint its citizens, giving them a menu of inaction. We are better than that! â&#x20AC;˘ Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson represents the 30th Congressional District of Texas.

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HALL: Trump is MIGHTY WHITE! QUIT PLAYIN’ By Vincent L. Hall

Way back in the days of yesteryear, two-party lines were common in rural areas and there was no need for area codes in the city. The other day I dialed 9464910 by reflex. That was my grandmother’s old telephone number. I got the cursory recording saying the number had been disconnected. Now even though Mable Lee accepted her long distance collect call from glory a few years ago, every once in a while I find myself calling that number. Whenever I really ached to get the 411, her number would be the first to call. Now for you young-uns, 411 Information was the vehicle for getting names and numbers before Google. Maybe I was watching Donald, “Bull-Trumping” (don’t use your phonics, use your critical thinking skills) about how smart he is and invariably how lucky we are to have him in the Oval Office. Maybe, I was reading a tweet where he extolled one of his other compelling virtues. Either way, I could hear my Grandmother’s voice. “That was mighty White of him.” Equipped with the wisdom of my African ances-

tors, I realized t h a t she had made the transition and her spirit resides

within, so I asked her; “Mama, when you used the adage, “that was Mighty White of you” what did you mean? She slapped her leg, laughed and commenced to explain it to me. She reminded me that the saying “Mighty White of you” had several meanings but generally conveyed a haughtiness that was seldom earned. It is the height of the supremacists belief that any and all consideration afforded coloreds, or underlings in general was an act of unmerited favor. It’s Mighty White of the Republicans to remind us that they are the party of Abraham Lincoln…you know the one who freed the slaves. The same slaves whose masters never held or were granted sovereignty to buy, sell, trade and transfer. It was Mighty White of Lyndon Baines Johnson to ask Martin Luther King to

wait on the Voting Rights Act in 1965 because the Civil Rights Act had just passed a year earlier. Johnson argued that White folks were suffering from “Black fatigue.” MLK argued that Civil Rights without voting rights was wrong and

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would create a constant need for begging. Alternatively applied it could mean that you were a Negro who had assimilated and believed himself as White as the Whitest White man. Like Clarence Thomas or Omarosa. But in most instances, the quip referred to an overwrought pride and a misplaced sense of self-worth. It was that air of unfathomable, unreasonable and uncontested arrogance that only White privilege can attain. There are reasons why people around the globe hold such animus and ha-

tred for Trump and conversely for America. Trump has exported our overvalued sense of “exceptionalism” globally and has used Twitter to leave a permanent paper trail. Have you ever pondered how ridiculous it must seem that America and only America is so powerful that its word alone is enough to silence the League of Nations and declare that Israel be granted unfettered access and ownership of Jerusalem? Man that is Mighty White. Trumpism and this latest strain of Nationalism is generally comprehended as overly proud and overtly pronounced. The great hypocrisy is that we demonize “shitholes” abroad while our policies cultivate the growing number we have within our own borders. It would be rational to believe that patriarchy, wealth disparities, child poverty and 63,000 fatal drug overdoses in one year is “shithole” territory. It’s Mighty White of us to ever point a finger. Grandmother never picks up the phone, but she always answers my call. I really needed her this time. Trump is too White for most White folks, much less me.

Vincent L. Hall is an author, activist and award-winning journal-

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Behind the Black Unemployment Rate

The Last Word by Dr. Julianne Malveaux

When the unemployment rate dropped and economic conditions improved under the leadership of President Barack Obama, 45 derided the gains as “fake news”. He suggested that the monthly Employment Situation (www.bls.gov) reports of the Bureau of Labor Statistics were inaccurate and “made up”. These are the monthly reports that detail employment statistics, including unemployment rates. Now that 45 is in charge, he can’t crow often enough about the statistics that he described as “phony” just 18 months ago. For the last week, we have heard 45 and his surrogates crowing that “the black unemployment rate is lower than it has ever been.” And, with a Black unemployment rate of 6.8 percent, they are right that the rate is at its lowest since the Bureau of Labor Statistics started disaggregating data to report unemployment by race. Is this something worth crowing about? Does 45 deserve to get credit for it? The answer to both questions, from my perspective, is a resounding “NO.” First of all, the 6.8 percent unemployment rate African Americans experienced was exactly TWICE the white unemployment rate of 3.4 percent. Suppose that white men had an unemployment rate of 6.8 percent? Would 45 and his minions be celebrating if whites had the same employment situation as African Americans? I think not. So, celebrating the 6.8 percent rate without speaking of the inequality it is based on is like celebrating the inequality. Secondly, the unemployment rate is an imperfect measure of the employ-

ment situation. The employment-population ratio is a far more accurate way of measuring how fully employed a population is. It measures the percentage of people who are employed. While 69 percent of white men are employed, just 63 percent of Black men are employed (the numbers for women are closer, with African American women actually working MORE than white women, with an employment-population ratio of 59 per-

cent for Black women and 55 percent for white women). The employment-population ratio and labor force participation rates show racial disparities among men that are alarming. Differences in the employment-population ratio suggest that some African Americans have stopped looking for work because they don’t think they can find it. When the Black unemployment rate is adjusted to reflect these realities, it is closer to 10 percent than to the 6.8 percent 45 and his team are crowing out. Furthermore, the 45th President inherited an economy that was improving. Falling unemployment rates are a result of the Obama expansion. Let’s say it again, the Obama expansion. An economic expansion will naturally move unemployment rates downward, no matter who is the President. While 45 can only legitimately claim stock market gains for the last two months, as his regressive tax bill has handsomely rewarded corporate interests, stock market gains in the first month of this

year might also be considered a result of the Obama expansion. Will 45 take credit for the stagnant wages that plague all workers, but especially African American workers? While unemployment rates have dropped, wages have not risen by very much (less than 2 percent last year). Sure, some workers got tax bill-related bonuses, and Walmart will raise their wages for some workers to $11 an hour. Most workers are stuck making the same amount of money they made three years ago. Does 45 take credit for income and wealth differences between African Americans and whites? The average white family has a $65,000 income, compared to just $39,000 for African Americans. And the average African American household has just $17,000 in wealth, compared to $171,000 for whites. When 45 crows about a 6.8 percent unemployment rate for African Americans, he normalizes the fact that African Americans should have a higher unemployment rate than whites. And when he talks unemployment out of context and ignores income and wealth disparities, he is suggesting that the current conditions of African Americans are something to celebrate. If this President were really interested in the economic status of African Americans he would have produced a different tax bill, ceased his attacks on health care, and directed his secretary of education to stop attacking public education and HBCUs. But 45 isn’t interested in the economic status of African Americans. He is interested in bragging about data he once dismissed as “phony.” Julianne Malveaux is an economist, author, and Founder of Economic Education. Her podcast, “It’s Personal with Dr. J” is available on iTunes. Her latest book “Are We Better Off: Race, Obama and public policy is available via amazon.com

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BIRMINGHAM:Risk > Resources AND JUSTICE FOR ALL By Judge Brandon Birmingham

I hear the cry from the people for criminal justice reform-our system is broken. Parts of it work well, and we have made great strides to improve it recently with the advent of DNA evidence and more transparent pretrial discovery laws. But other parts don’t work well, and they never have. Having been in the trenches at Frank Crowley for over 15 years, I am here to confirm, unfortunately, that the system is still broken and we’ve got a long way to go. I am also here to report that we are working hard to fix it. See if you agree: Bail should be based on a person’s risk, not their resources. Seems simple enough, but our current system doesn’t always measure up. Take this example: two people may be charged with the exact same non-violent of-

fense, have similar criminal history, and ties to the community. Their bail might be set at ‘$5,000. The result? One gets out because

other side of the coin: what about the violent offenses like Murder or Rape? Is it true that a judge can just deny bail in all circumstances for violent offenses? The answer is no. People are entitled to have bail set even for violent crimes like those. The result? A violent person with

I talk about bail reform a lot, and sometimes people say to me that I am just trying to let everyone out of jail for free, and that the criminals are going to run wild because we are not holding them accountable. he has $500, the other stays in jail because he doesn’t. I talk about bail reform a lot, and sometimes people say to me that I am just trying to let everyone out of jail for free, and that the criminals are going to run wild because we are not holding them accountable. To those critics, I ask them to consider the

money gets out of jail, released back into the community. That isn’t justice for all. That is justice for all…. of those with access to resources. We can do better than that. Here’s how we can fix the bail system in Dallas County: First, we must implement the use of a data-driven risk assessment tool. The purpose of the

tool is to scientifically assess a person’s risk to flee and risk to reoffend. In other words, use science and evidence-based tools to help determine who is a risk and who is not. Second, the process should be adversarial. People should have lawyers during the bail hearing, and prosecutors should be present to inform the Court of any aggravating factors of the alleged offense or the person’s background. Finally, we must increase staffing and technology to properly monitor those released on bail to decrease the failure to appear rates. These are precisely the measures we are currently working on in Dallas County, and I am hopeful we can change the system very soon. Why? I firmly believe that a person should not be held in jail pre-trial solely because of an inability to pay. We simply can’t afford to have it any other way.

Brandon Birmingham is the Presiding Judge of the Felony District Courts in Dallas County. He can be reached on all social media: @JudgeBirmingham . In addition to contacting Judge Birmingham on social media, He is on 6th floor of the Frank Crowley Courts Building, 133 N Riverfront Blvd, Dal-

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Please, Don’t Ask My Neighbor! Ask ALMA Dear Alma, My neighbor and I have been friends for three years. I relocated from out of town, so it was a relief when we hit it off and started a wonderful friendship. We both have children around the same age and our husbands are friends too. Both families have been on vacations together and, like I said, we all get along great. Recently, though, there seems to be one problem that I think is pretty big but my neighbor doesn’t see as much of a problem at all. Our two oldest children are starting junior high school and we have two very different ways of parenting. She’s more of a what you’d call an organic, sunflower, easy-going, “let it go” kinda mom. She’s carefree and lets it flow. I’m fine with this approach – for her kids. By contrast, I’m firm and what some might call a helicopter mom. My kids have rules, they have chores, they do work for their allowances. Her kids don’t have any responsibilities. They just play. My rules include no television during

the week and homework must be completed when my kids get home from school. The trouble is, I have had to take on a part-time job – FYI, I’m not happy about this -- and she’s now looking after my kids after school. To return the favor, I take her kids on weekends to give her a break. As second moms to each other’s children, how do we, best friends and neighbors, find a happy medium between our parenting styles when caring for each other’s kids? -- Jackie B. in VA Beach Hey Jackie B., Now let me see…. I ain’t tryin’ to step on nobody’s mama’s toes, you know what I’m sayin’. Surely you’ve heard the term, it takes a village to raise a child, and although when I hear it, my right eye twitches, tis true depending on what neighborhood you live in. I appreciate your question because it shows you’re interested in participating in that village concept -- except you just wanna make sure all involved are following your extensive, finely tuned ritual of rules. Honestly, Sweetpea, no one will ever parent your children the way you do.

Although you may see you’re returning to work as a sacrifice, I see it as an opportunity for your children to experience something different. Sunflower-Mama will offer what she does best. It’s a different vibe. Her rules are written in the sandbox not whittled in the backyard tree. So be it. Go with the flow. The best you can do is give her a list of instructions, but you can’t control if or when she’ll carry them out. Stop demanding that each task be met ‘cause that, my darling, would be a job that requires payment. Otherwise it’s a favor. The responsibility to follow your list may lie more on the laps of your kids than your neighbor. I suggest you readjust your diagram of disciplines so that your kids can follow them more closely when you get home. Your rules are your rules. It’s time for your children to “mature up” and adhere to them when you’re not around. Don’t worry, be happy! It sounds like your children are loved and supported by all the adults around them and that, my dear, is the best village of blessings anyone could hope for. Here’s what I’d say to your neighbor and best friend: “Thank you.” Alma

Alma Gill’s newsroom experience spans more than 25 years, including various roles at USA Today, Newsday and the Washington Post. Email questions to: alwaysaskalma@gmail.com. Follow her on Facebook at “Ask Alma” and twitter @almaaskalma.

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Hollywood Hernandez Live

By Hollywood Hernandez The Color Purple comes to life as a musical that is foot stompin’, soul stirring and tear jerking thanks to the music and lyrics of Brenda Russell, Ailee Willis and Stephen Bray. Based on the Alice Walker book The National Touring Cast of The Color Purple stars Adrianna Hicks as Celie and Carla R. Stewart as Shug Avery. The two actors also starred in the original Broadway version of the Tony Award winning Musical. The Color Purple is a story of triumph over abuse and pain. The play is a story about the power of women and about redemption and forgiveness. There’s something in the play for every emotion under the sun. It was in part a revival for the theatergoers who packed the Music Hall at Fair Park and showered the cast with love. The rest of the cast, Carrie Compere as Sophia, Gavin Gregory as Mister, N’Jameh

Camara as Nettie, and my favorite, J. Daughtry as Harpo is also stellar and the story, written by Marsha Norman, does an excellent job of bringing out the emotions and in the development of the characters, especially of Miss Celie. When the play starts Celie is so timid and shy from the abuse by her father you can barely hear the words to the songs she sings but, by the end of the play, she is bringing down the house and belting out some of the biggest show-stopping songs like “Miss Celie’s Pants” and “I’m Here.” The Color Purple runs through February 4 at The Music Hall at Fair Park. It is a show that is not to be missed and come dressed for church because you’ll feel like you are there. The Color Purple receives high marks on my “Popcorn Scale.” I rate it a JUMBO (with extra butter), my highest rating possible. Go see it!

Carrie Compere (Sofia) and the North American tour cast of THE COLOR PURPLE. Photo by Matthew Murphy, 2017.

Carla R. Stewart (Shug Avery) and Adrianna Hicks (Celie) and the North American tour cast of THE COLOR PURPLE. Photo by Matthew Murphy, 2017.

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The devil is a liar Spiritually to by someone or some- sanctified imagination, is the devil doing his best Speaking thing hell-bent on de- that Satan is hard at work to win your soul as his by James A. Washington

I’m sure at one time or another, you’ve heard the phrase, “the devil is a liar.” I’ve said it here many times. Satan specializes in deceit. You know the drill. Harden not your heart, when you hear the Word of God. More often than not, that small voice you hear at difficult times, when your faith is really challenged, is that of Satan. Be careful when it happens to you, because according to the Bible, you are indeed in dangerous waters. One of my favorite passages of scripture is, “Some people are like seed along the path where the Word is sown. As soon as they hear it, Satan comes and takes away the Word that was sown in them.” (Mark 4:5). My point is that recognition is a most powerful attribute to have. If you could only recognize when you’re being fooled, used, manipulated or lied

stroying you, then possibly you might be able to handle it accordingly. I have a pastor friend that reminds me that the devil does not want to just hurt you. He wants you dead. Emotionally, we all have responded vehemently when recognition affords us the opportunity to see when we’re being made a fool of by someone else. For the perpetrator, it is not a pretty picture. In Satan’s case, he doesn’t always show his hand in a manner obvious to us. The devil is a liar and specializes in presenting situations and circumstances that never reveal his hand in your life as the reason that everything is going to Hell in a hay basket. “And no wonder, for Satan himself masquerades as an angel of light. It is not surprising then, if his servants masquerade as servants of righteousness…” (2 Corinthians 11: 14-15). So, it is my speculation, using what I hope is my

in your life, when you are most likely trying to be true to your faith. The Bible says watch out, because it is at these times that “so-called” supporters, advice givers and yes, even friends and family show up to help us, comfort us, guide us in a way that on the surface, appears to be consistent with our efforts to hear and follow the Word of God. In truth, if we could see the devil at work, then it would be fairly easy to make the right decisions and the right choices. But the devil is so cunning that at that moment of truth, he sees to it that we blame others, rationalize our actions, defend sin and otherwise fault life for what we ought to know that God has total control over. In the name of everything but Satan, we can explain away all those things that will virtually insure us a ringside seat in Hell. Rarely do we permit ourselves the time and thought to recognize this

ultimate prize. Rarely, if ever, will we give him his due for all that we regret doing on the morning after. Rarely do we consider him or his agents the night before the morning after. If we did, then the Word of God would emerge out of our chaos and light our paths to peace as in peace of mind. At this point, how we live becomes second nature to why we live. When one understands the why of life, the how becomes pretty easy. “Be careful then, how you live, not as unwise, making the most of every opportunity, because the days are evil. Therefore, do not be foolish, but understand what the Lord’s will is.” (Ephesians 4:1518). The key to all this, I believe, is recognizing the difference between God’s Word and the devil’s whispers. It’s those whispers and who’s in your ear that’ll getcha every time. May God bless and keep you always.

James

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Race and Sex in Judicial Strategy POLITICS IN THE KNOW

By Dr. Frederick Lewis Dallas, On January 15, 2018: The political turmoil in Dallas exploded like a volcano on MLK when the Dallas Morning News, in it’s Judicial Endorsements Editorial exposed the judicial campaign tactics as beneath the dignity of their office. That is the strategy of white male candidates putting in white women as plants to oppose the black women who oppose them in the March 6, 2018 Democratic Primary — to dilute the voting strength of the black community. Here is the problem. This political tactic goes back to the toolbox of the racist groups such as the Klan, the White Citizens Council and the John Birch Society. The assumption is that women in general are so ignorant and black women in particular are such mental midgets that they do not deserve to be citizens and are only worthy of being my maids! Surely not worthy of being my judge! However, the voting mathematics in this case could backfire and one of the planted opponents could very well win the judgeship. There is a seven-way split in the party today: White Men, White Women, Black Men, Black Wom-

sentment of social progress and resulted in a questionable election of Donald Trump and a Nazi March and death in Charlottesville, Va. with the antics, lunacy, alternative facts, (boldfaced lies) of the Trump administration.

en, Brown Men, Brown Women, great deal of opposition when he and other Minority Groups. was in office. But at all times he The #MeToo Movement conducted himself as a gentleDr. Frederick Lewis is an ordained el(against sexual harassment, rape man and a scholar; all the while der in the African Methodist Episcopal etc.) will be a factor. under the surface of our com- Church with almost 40 years ministerial Let me make myself clear. The munities was a simmering re- experience. Democratic Party here in Dallas includes some members both black and white who fought the racist groups and won. However, do not be comfortable because there are no final for   victories! From the day that President Lyndon Johnson signed the 1965 Voting Rights Act there has been a sustained effort by the forces of evil to suppress the votes of women, blacks and minorities. Yes, we have come a long way in race relations since 1965 and the nation even elected an African American, Barack * 10 years of experience with Dallas County. Obama, Presi* Former D.A. Investigator. dent of the Unit* Leadership with Accountability. ed States. But all * Experience law enforcement professional. along there was a * 40 year resident of the community. constant effort to * Transparency, Innovation, Fairness, Equality, and much more. undermine with I stand for the people and our community words of interpoVOTE #2 on the election ballot. sition and nullification the 1965 Voting Rights Act. President Obama faced a

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Jasper E. Baccus, Jr. remembered

Jasper Edward Baccus Jr. was born in Dallas, Texas on September 20, 1928. He was the second of 8 children, born to Jasper Edward Baccus, Sr. and Edna Nixon Baccus. He departed on January 15, 2018. Jasper Baccus, Jr. truly understood obeying the gospel to become a Christian and he made that commitment at an early age. He was baptized at Lawrence & Marder Church of Christ, where he was the song leader and faithful member. He later attended Cedar Crest and Dallas West Church of Christ. At the time of his demise, he was a faithful member of Central Pointeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Church of Christ, under the leadership of Sr. Minister Dr. Rodney Dulin. Jasper attended Phyllis Wheatley Elementary and Lincoln High School. He united in matrimony with Dorothy, Mary and Billie; all who preceded him in death. Within those unions 16 children were born. An avid golfer, Jasper was the entrepreneurâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s businessman. He started and grew Baccus Cleaners into

one of the premiere dry cleaners establishments in Dallas, with the anchor store located in the heart of Sunny South Dallas on Martin Luther King Blvd where it intersects with Malcolm X Blvd. Jasper loved life and people. He wanted to see his people and community thriving and he did all he could toward that end. A long time member and former chairman of the board of the PylonSalesmanship Club, Jasper always had a smile, word of wisdom or kind word. Jasper leaves to cherish his memory, his children: Herman Baccus, Carolyn Baccus Taylor, Kathryn Baccus Scroggins (Ray), Don Baccus (Pat), Beverly Baccus Scroggins (Harold), Debra Moore, Michael Baccus, Paul Baccus Sr., Glenn Baccus Sr. (Detrick), Marilyn Baccus, Gayla Baccus Daniels (Mike), Carlton Baccus Wesson (Laurie), Jasper Baccus III, Simona Beltran, Latoya Baccus and Brandon Baccus; exwife Sandra Baccus Lane and Step Daughter Calice White; sib- lings Brooksie Baccus Rogers (Arthur), and Annie Baccus Bell (Joe) of Dallas, TX, Dr. Carl Baccus and Bobbie Baccus Lanham of Los Angeles, CA; 49 grandchildren, 69 great grand children; 8 great great children; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends who have become family over the years. He was preceded in death by his parents Mr. and Mrs. Jasper Baccus Sr. and sisters Doris Baccus McMath, Dr. Ruth Baccus Murray and Fannie Baccus.

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A Way Out of This Out of the darkness, be drawn to the light. It will warm and comfort you and turn your day from the night. Allowing you to see the good times and find strength in them It will show, without a doubt, that your strength comes from Him. Everything imaginable rearranged by death. Outlining the measure of the dash that you dwell on earth. Although weakened by sadness, muster all you might. Weep if you must but keep moving towards the light.

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POLICE have not apprehended “Pookie” the serial rapist. We know he has attacked members of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. and there is a $5,000 reward offered by Crime Stoppers.

HE IS A SERIAL RAPIST

He targeted members of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. but this is more than about a sorority. We’re talking about a community. Come on PEOPLE! Don’t you CARE? Will it matter when it is your sister, mother, aunt or grandmother or maybe YOU?

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