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Nia Franklin wins Miss America By Stacy M. Brown NNPA Newswire Contributor

The genius, intelligence, beauty and spirit of Black women, which continues to transform the world, shined brightly again Sunday as Nia Franklin became the first Miss America in the post-swimsuit era. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It took a lot of perseverance to get here,â&#x20AC;? Franklin, the freshly crowned beauty queen, said after her win. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I want to thank my beautiful family, my mom and my dad, who is a survivor of cancer.â&#x20AC;? An opera singer, Franklin is a native of Winston-Salem, North Carolina and earned her masterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s degree in music composition from UNC School of the Arts, according to her biography as reported by CNN. A member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., she moved to New York after being accepted at the Kenan Fellow program at Lincoln Center Education in Manhattan. During the competition, Franklin described how music helped her find her identity. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I grew up at a predominately Caucasian school and there was only five percent minority, and I felt out of place so much because of the color of my skin,â&#x20AC;? Franklin said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;But growing up, I found my love of arts, and through music that helped me to feel positive about myself and about who I was.â&#x20AC;? Dr. Benjamin F. Chavis, Jr., the president and CEO of the National Newspaper Publishers Association â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the trade organization that

represents 220 African American-owned newspapers across the country â&#x20AC;&#x201C; said Franklinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s win is just another statement on the outstanding achievements of Black women today. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The NNPA Congratulates 2018 Miss America, Nia Franklin. The genius, intelligence, beauty and spirit of Black women impact and transform the world,â&#x20AC;? Chavis tweeted. Franklin, who plans to advocate for the arts during her tenure as Miss America, told reporters that she was also happy that the swimsuit competition had been discontinued. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m happy I didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have to wear a swimsuit,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m more than just that.â&#x20AC;?

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Johnson leads discussion on STEM at CBC Science & Technology Brain Trust Washington, DC – Contunities made available to people gresswoman Eddie Bernice of color in STEM professions. This Johnson hosted her 26th year’s panel was attended by more annual Science and Techthan 300 participants, including nology Brain Trust as part more than 200 students. of the Congressional Black The program offered the eager Caucus Foundation’s Annual and enthusiastic attendees perLegislative Conference. The spectives from panelists Dr. Talmeprogram featured a panel of sha Richards of STEMconnector; leaders in the Science, TechNiasia Williams of the National nology, Engineering and Society of Black Engineers; Maya Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson leading a discussion on the future of STEM proMathematics (STEM) fields, fessions at her 26th annual Science and Technology Brain Trust hosted during the 2018 Ajmera from the Society for Sciwho shared their experienc- Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s Annual Legislative Conference. ence & the Public; Telisa Toliver es, in line with the program’s from Chevron Pipeline and Powan Johnson during panel. “I was and still am theme “Building the Future, er; Kenneth Harris II of the NASA excited to hear about all of the work being Today: STEMulating the Next Generation of Goddard Space Flight Center; Dr. Knatokie done at our agencies, in the private sector, Leaders.” Ford of Fly Sci Enterprise; Former NFL Cor“Even though I’ve been doing this for a at advocacy groups, and in schools to help nerback Shawn Springs of Windpact; Dr. long time, I’m still impressed by the conver- further the goal of more diversity in STEM.” Jeanette J. Epps of NASA; and panel moderFounded in 1993, the Science and Tech- ator Dr. Reagan Flowers of C-STEM Teacher sations we have when we get STEM professionals and students in the same room to nology Brain Trust was designed by Con- and Student Support Services, Inc. talk about these issues,” said Congresswom- gresswoman Johnson to expand the oppor-

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MY TRUTH

By Cheryl Smith

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A lie is a lie, is a lie When you are in a position of power or influence, or fortunate to have a bully pulpit; you have an obligation to be conscientious and responsible. In essence you have to know what you are talking about and when to speak. If you’re fortunate to have an audience that respects you and has an expectation that the words coming out of your mouth are based on truth, are thought-provoking and trustworthy; it is imperative that you never do anything to violate that trust. Folks are depending on you to be honest and you can’t let them down. Over the past week I have heard so many lies and innuendoes that it has been so disheartening. Talk about fake news or whatever you want to call it. No, I am not talking about the president of these United States of America. I am talking about the constant commentary, specula-

tion, gossip and mess involving the murder case of Amber Guyger. But guess what, that is what happens when you lie. Have you ever had some-

that there’s more than meets the eye. I know that there has been preferential treatment. And then, guess what? I don’t know a thing! And that brings me to my

one tell you something so far-fetched and preposterous that you feel like a fool repeating it? Well, that’s how I felt this past week. As I received calls from across this country asking, “What the heck,” I felt stupid on so many accounts because I know I have been lied to. I know

truth. I grew up being told that my word was my bond. I was told that all I had to stand on was my honor. I would tell the children that they should tell the truth and they definitely shouldn’t lie to me. I would say, “If there is any-

one in the world you want to believe what you say, it should be me, because I will fight with you until the end if you are telling the truth.” Didn’t work, but it sounded good! I also knew that if you teach a child to lie, guess what? They will lie to you! Anyway, years ago, as I hosted a show on KKDA-AM, to get folks interested in KwanzaaFest, the cultural event celebrating Kwanzaa, I talked about the baking contest and encouraged participation. I said I was cooking my sweet potato pies and they are the best. Well as week’s led up to the event, I got really busy and didn’t see how I was going to cook those pies. So I got on the radio and told this elaborate tale about how all that week I had been getting threats that I “better not enter that pie contest.”

I Messenger I was having fun with it, until Dear Mrs. Coleman, a long time listener called in and said she was appalled! The nerve of someone threatening me, she said. I could tell that my dear elder was very, very upset. So I took a commercial break. When I came back on the air, I apologized to Mrs. Coleman and told the audience the truth, I had not received any threats and I was just too busy to cook. Some laughed because my story sounded like something out of Mayberry, with Andy Griffith and Aunt Bee. But guess what? I learned an invaluable lesson. People trust Cheryl Smith! Although this happened over 25 years ago, I still remember and I try to be very careful about the words that come out of my mouth. Sure they watch what I do, but they are equally checking out what I say. As I fondly remember that frequent caller, Mrs. Coleman; I think about the people who are providing false narratives surrounding the murder of Botham Jean, and others. Maybe they need a Mrs. Coleman in their lives to give them a reality check! Is your word your bond?

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Mother has questions about her slain son’s murder and murderer By Cheryl Smith

Life will never be the same for Allison Jean. She won’t be able to hold her son in her arms, look into his smiling face or hear his voice. She won’t be able to call him on September 29 and say, “Happy Birthday!” Instead, she received a call that unfortunately too many mothers, especially Black mothers have received over the years. Her son Botham Jean was murdered. For many of those mothers, they never received what they called “justice” and they can identify with Mrs. Jean because many have seen the same behavior where the “victim is victimized.” Mr. Jean wasn’t gang-banging, or robbing and looting. He wasn’t the victim of a driveby shooting or caught up in a drug deal gone bad. He wasn’t even in a car mouthing off when stopped by police. While there are still many sketchy details, it has been accurately noted that the PricewatershouseCoopers analyst was at home in the apartment where he paid rent, in Dallas’ South Side Flats Apartments, when he was

killed by Dallas Police Officer Amber Guyger, who also lived in the apartments but on a different floor. She has since vacated her apartment. Almost two weeks after the murder, and Mrs. Jean is still looking for answers. And she’s not alone. Is Officer Guyger the beneficiary of “white privilege” or as Dr. Frederick D. Haynes III of Friendship-West Baptist Church referred to “Blue bias” where police officers protect their own? Or is it a combination of both? From the shielding of her identity, to the quick processing at the Kaufman County Jail, to the charge of manslaughter and the varying tales around the occurrences of that fateful night, people are confused. According to Dallas

County District Attorney Faith Johnson, no stone will be left unturned as her office prepares to present the case to a grand jury. She says she is confident that justice will be served. Speaking at Monday Night Politics, a forum sponsored by the Dallas Examiner, the district attorney said she was limited in what she could say about an ongoing case, but she wanted those in attendance to know that ensuring justice was a priority. Will those reassuring words be enough for the grieving mother, friends, loved ones or concerned citizens? What about across the country and around the world where voices are being heard, calling for everything from the firing of Ms. Guyger, to the disciplining

of officers some say leaked inflammatory, prejudicial information. Former Judge John Creuzot is in a heated race for District Attorney, against DA Johnson. He, too, has questions and issued a statement recently, “Based on what little information we have so far, this is the best explanation of the law that I can provide for the community. Left unanswered is why Officer Guyger’s arrest and charging were delayed. Was this delay in part due to the fact that she is a police officer? I suspect so. Another question left unanswered is whether Officer Guyger, based on the facts and standard protocol, is being charged with an offense a level below what you or I would be charged with under similar circumstances. Certainly it appears she is benefitting from leniency. “As I said, the family of Botham Jean and the community are owed a transparent and rational explanation for how this tragic situation has been handled to date. Let us hope we get that. Justice demands it,” he concluded.

I Messenger Speaking publicly about the issue, Dallas Mayor Mike Rawlings has asked that all the false stories being bantered around on social media cease. No good, he says is coming out of speculation and posting false information. Protesters have gathered at City Hall, in the streets, outside the Dallas Police Department Headquarters, in front of media organizations, and even the AT&T Stadium where the Dallas Cowboys played the New York Giants on Sunday night. Minister Dominique Alexander said the protests are going to continue, as he encouraged broader community support for a number of issues, including reform, and a Citizens/Police review board with “teeth”, which comes in several forms, including having subpoena power. At Dallas City Hall, last week, prior to walking into the Council Chambers to address the Council; surrounded by ministers, activists and the mother of another Black male victim, Min. Alexander also addressed what he called the “misogynistic” treatment of Dallas’ first African American female Police Chief. “I’m appalled at the behavior and disrespect for Chief (U. Renee) Hall,” said the Minister, as he talked about what some call the undermining of her authority. “We have to demand respect for women in America.” Services for Mr. Jean were held at Greenville Avenue Church of Christ, and then his body was returned to Saint Lucia. Although he is gone, there are many who say they are going to remain vigilant and continue to demand justice. The United Methodist (UM) African American Clergy Fellowship announced the United Methodist of All Colors Walk for Justice 11 am, Wednesday, September 19 beginning in front of the Dallas Police Headquarters ending at 12 noon at the South Side Flats, where Mr. Jean was murdered. Sisters for Justice will have prayer, praise and a panel discussion on the Botham Jean Case on Friday, Sept. 21 at 6:30p.m. at the Light of the World Church of Christ, 7408 South Hampton Road, Dallas.

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When church was over today (Sunday), several faith leaders took two buses to Cowboys Stadium right before the game started and two funeral cars with caskets. We walked about a mile to the stadium in silent protest with two caskets representing the bodies of Botham Jean who was killed by a police officer in Dallas whose funeral was Thursday, and OShea Terry who was killed by Arlington police and whose funeral was Saturday. Representing all killed by police illegally. Dr Michael W. Waters officiated, several prayed and Dr Frederick D Haynes III did the eulogy while I and others brought in the caskets. We then took a knee at the stadium by those same caskets. We demand the firing of Amber Guyger, increase charge to murder, media apology for smearing Botham’s name and dpd policy investigation. We will continue until justice is served.

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Texas.... where a killer cop spends less time in jail than the protestors who demonstrated to hold her accountable. Less than two hours for a killer cop... two days and counting for protesting and not destroying property and no one died. Supposed to get out this morning. Trying to make an example out of them but it’s backfiring. Only exposing Tarrant County system for what it is.... Petty, immature, and in need of reform. You lose. Maybe they will demonstrate in cop uniforms next time since turnaround time is much faster in Texas. Dr. M.D. King

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Radio personality takes 9,000,000 steps across America for Unity in 90 days When radio personality Reggie D stood outside the Dallas Police Department at a prayer vigil for Botham Jean, who was murdered by Dallas Pollice Officer Amber Guyger, he had spent the last month on his feet, walking 1300 miles from West Palm Beach, FL. The Reggie Dee Foundation, Inc., a 501 (c)(3) not for profit organization, President “Reggie D” set out on Saturday, August 11, 2018 at 9:00 am for his “2018 Walk for Unity” Initiative. The starting location was at The Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Site at Currie Park in West Palm Beach, Florida.. This initiative is timely and necessary with the current status of the nationwide community due to gun violence, mental illness, domestic violence, political divisiveness, and

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countless other humane concerns. This walk is paramount to Reggie’s passion of “Being the Change, you want to see in the world.” His effort to unite set him on his 9,000,000 step journey that will end

in Seattle, Washington at the headquarters of T-Mobile. This unifying walk comes three years after Reggie’s first walk, which was a “Walk against Racism” in 2015. That particular walk entailed 1,300 miles from his hometown of Dallas, Texas back to West Palm Beach. Reggie will capture and share the highs and lows of his monumental moments along his 9,000,000 steps on social media outlets such as YouTube, Facebook, and Instagram. Additionally, as a way to engage the community, Reggie is asking for individuals to intentionally walk daily and along his side in a show of unity. Individuals can find a link on the website at https://walkforunity.com to log their own personal yet unifying miles.

HARLEM RENAISSANCE EXHIBIT Bernard, Shirley and Khalil Kinsey will highlight the closing of the Harlem Renaissance Exhibition with a conversation on the "Art of Collecting" to be held Friday, September 21, 2018, from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. at the ArtCentre of Plano, 902 E. 16th St., Plano, 75074. The Kinsey's appearance is sponsored by Toyota. Albert "Al" Smith, Group Vice-President Social Innovation, Toyota North America, will also attend. Pamela Zeigler-Petty, President of the ArtCentre of Plano Board of Directors said, "The ArtCentre is thrilled to

Kinseys about how they have grown their collection. We greatly appreciate the support that Toyota has provided to enable the exhibition and are delighted that the Kinseys will personally attend the exhibition's closing. We look forward to toasting their many contributions to our understanding of African American history and art." For more info, visit www.artcentreofplano. org. have hosted the debut of this collection and look forward to learning from the

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Featuring local Dallas area filmmakers, The Frame4Frame Festival returns to The Studio Movie Grill at Lincoln Square (452 Lincoln Square, Arlington). Along with movies, the festival will include local artists and musicians. The Festival kicks off with a free concert at J. Gilligan Bar at 400 East Abrams on Thursday 9/20. The festival, which runs from 9/21 through 9/23, will also feature local artists showing their work at The Arlington Museum of Art (201 W. Main St., Arlington). According to Festival organizer, James Hawthorne, the festival will include a wide variety of films that "celebrate a full array of films here along with the powerful stories that they tell." Each night the festival will feature

"blocks" of movies which include both full length and short films. The full-length films include "Edge of the World" the story of a coach who leads a group of troubled kids while he's battling his own crisis of faith. Saturday night's feature is called "Poor Greg Drowning,” a romantic comedy about a man who goes into a deep depression after he loses his girlfriend (to her therapist) and his job. After scaring off all of his potential roommates with his manic behavior he eventually finds a roommate and be-

comes romantically involved with her. Closing down the festival is a movie that will surely generate a lot of audience discussion, from local filmmaker Reginald Titus, called "Natural Hair." The film is a documentary that explores the struggles of hair identity told by women of color. The movie's producer and director, as well as members of the cast, will be in attendance for a Q & A after the film. Check out the trailer to "Natural Hair" at: www.vimeo.com/285778276 A full festival badge for all three days costs $50 and a Film Block ticket is only $10 (A festival badge for Saturday only is $25). For film times and to purchase tickets go to www.frame4fram.org

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Hamilton Park Churches unite for Thursday Night Revival Series in October Unity in the community is bringing four inter-denominational churches of the Hamilton Park community together for an exciting series of Thursday night revivals during October. Hamilton Park United Methodist Church is celebrating its 61st anniversary, and the Thursday night series is one of their celebratory events. The four churches participating are, on Thursday, Oct.4, Dr. Gregory Foster of First Baptist Hamilton Park Church, Oct. 11, Dr. Tommy Brown of New Mt. Zion Baptist Church, October 18, Rev. Aaron McCardell III, Life Church and Oct 25, Bishop Derrick Bowman of Faith way Fellowship Church. The Hamilton Park community is one of Dallas’ most historic African American communities. Formed in the 1950s to relieve a housing shortage for African Americans, Hamilton Park was a desired destination for the upwardly mobile. The community was named after Dr. Richard T. Hamilton, a noted African American physician and civic leader. Hamilton Park is in prime real estate between North Central Expressway and 1-635. Hamilton Park United Meth-

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odist Church, also known as “The Park” is experiencing revitalization under the leadership of Dr. Sheron C. Patterson. Increased membership and ministries abound, as the congregation recently added an 8:00 worship service. This congregation maintains its strong dedication to the community via weekly tutorials at the neighborhood school, The Hamilton Park Pace Setter Magnet School, and food distributions and emergency funding to those in need. Dr. Patterson said she is excited about the unity of the Thursday night revival series. “I am deeply honored that each of these great pastors embraced the goal unity. It is

so important that we spend time together, and relish our connectedness, now more than ever. We are living in ever increasing hostile days. We must heed the words of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., ‘If we do not learn to live together as brothers and sisters, we will perish as fools.’ Longtime Hamilton Park resident, known as “the Mayor,” Thomas Jefferson said, “It seems as though this revival will be like no other revival in the history of Hamilton Park. That history dates back as far as 1954. However, what I like about this particular revival is that we are bridging the old and the new generation. “ He continued, “I’m speaking of the golden age and the past times of worshipping at First Church Hamilton Park with the Rev. J. L. Foster and worshipping with the Hamilton Park UMC and the Rev. Zan W. Holmes Jr. For the new generation we have some of the offsprings, such as Pastor Derrick Bowman and Pastor Aaron McCardell III. This revival may be a first, but with God’s blessing this is only the beginning. This revival means so much for the Hamilton Park Community.”

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THAT CELEBRITY INTERVIEW: Award-Winning Author Adaobi Tricia Nwaubani

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The power of technology! Today from Nigeria direct into the Valder Beebe Show studios Award-Winning Nigerian Author Adaobi Tricia Nwaubani In 2014, more than 200 girls were kidnapped from their school dormitory in Chibok, Nigeria. More than 100 remain missing. The poignant new novel, Buried Beneath the Baobab Tree, is based on the Chibok abductions – an event that sparked a global campaign involving notable activists such as Michelle Obama and Malala. In addition to those from Chibok, Boko Haram has kidnapped thousands of girls across northeast Nigeria. According to Nwaubani, “I wanted to write a story that would enable the world to see these thousands of kidnapped girls not just as numbers, but as the curious, ambitious,

and lovely daughters whom their families wanted to see again. I wanted the world to know how irreversibly their lives changed since the kidnappings and understand that this horror must never be allowed to happen again.” In the middle of the night on April 14, 2014, the terrorist group Boko Haram kidnapped more than two hundred girls from their school dormitory in Chibok, Nigeria. The abduction of the “Chibok girls” received worldwide media coverage, sparking a global Bring Back Our Girls campaign involving celebrities from Michelle Obama to Malala. So far, 107 of the Chibok girls have been found, rescued, or freed in negotiations between the Nigerian government and Boko Haram. More than one hundred remain missing. Born, raised and residing in Nigeria, author Adaobi Tricia Nwaubani conducted countless interviews with the Chibok girls

to write the poignant new novel, Buried Beneath the Baobab Tree. The book tells the story of a young Nigerian girl who dreams of a new pair of shoes, a university degree and a husband. But her dreams turn to nightmares when her village is attacked by the terrorist group Boko Haram. She is taken with other girls into the forest where she is forced to follow her captors’ radical beliefs and watch as her best friend slowly accepts everything she’s been told. Profile from PREMIERETV VBS: Adaobi you are an award winning author residing in Nigeria. As a matter of record you are calling me from Nigeria today where you reside. You have conducted countless interviews with kidnapped girls in Nigeria and you have brought forth this eyes-wideopen book, Buried Beneath the Baobab Tree. ATN: We have this terrorist Jihadist group Boko Hiram, the same as Isis who are kidnap-

ping girls from their homes, their school and events all around the North East of Nigeria. It was not until 2014 when a group of girls [over 200 girls] were kidnapped from their town in Chibok in North East Nigeria that the kidnapping gained worldwide attention. Not just the kidnapping gained attention but worldwide outrage that led to the Bring Back Our Girls campaign that saw the involvement of celebrities Michelle Obama and Malala [Malala Yousafzai was shot in the head by Taliban gunmen]. Hear Award-Winning Nigerian Author Adaobi Tricia Nwaubani’s complete audio interview on SoundCloud.com/valderbeebeshow. More Valder Beebe Show, THAT CELEBRITY INTERVIEW, on ValderBeebeShow. com, Youtube.com/ v a l d e r b e e b e s h o w, 411RadioNetwork.com and VBS affiliate broadcasters.

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UNCF College Tour stops in Fort Worth, awarding local students thousands in College Scholarships Hundreds of students ex- sity. pected to attend the UNCF Spears, a varsity basketball (United Negro College Fund) star, tore her ACL her senior year, then shifted her career Empower Me Tour focus to help others. She knew — Hundreds of Fort Worth her college tuition would put a high school graduating se- huge financial burden on her niors will be given the oppor- parents. tunity to apply for thousands “All of my sisters and brothof dollars in scholarships on ers were in college and grad Friday, September 28th at Tar- school,” she says. “Receiving a rant County College (Trinity $5,000 scholarship from UNCF River Campus 8:30 a.m.) during put me in better standing, it the UNCF (United Negro Col- cleared me for my first year lege Fund) Empower Me Tour and I was able to get college (EMT). EMT is a free, traveling started off on a good note,” college-and-career-readiness adds the public health major. roadshow that provides a plat- UNCF seeks to serve and form for high school students extend scholarship opportuto earn on-site scholarships nities to more high school seand admission to the nation’s niors from Fort Worth, just like top historically black colleges Elizabeth through EMT. and universities (HBCUs). “As the program’s founding UNCF is the largest scholar- sponsor, we are tremendousship provider to students of ly proud of how far EMT has color, awarding $100 million come over the past 10 years. annually in HBCU scholarships Our team members across the to more than 10,000 students country are looking forward across the country. “I start- to another year of supporting ed applying for scholarships thousands of deserving stumy senior year,” says Elizabeth dents in their pursuit of higher Spears, Fort Worth native and education through volunteersophomore at Dillard Univer- ism and mentoring,” says Jim-

mie Paschall, Executive Vice President, Enterprise Diversity & Inclusion and Strategic Philanthropy at Wells Fargo. Through partnerships with Fort Worth, and surrounding area, school districts, parents, national sponsors Wells Fargo, Target, P&G and FedEx, and local sponsors, EMT offers access to information and recruiters from HBCUs, college prep workshops, dynamic presenters, and award-winning educational experts. Students will have an opportunity to apply for college admission, financial aid and scholarships including the EMT Merit Scholarship, presented in partnership with Target on the spot. Fort Worth is the first of five stops on the EMT tour. Other cities include Cincinnati, OH; Milwaukee, WI; Chicago, IL; Los Angeles, CA and Atlanta, GA. For more information, visit: www.EmpowerMeTour.org. You can follow the tour on social media @UNCF #EmpowerMeTour.

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QUIT PLAYIN’ By Vincent L. Hall

WE WON’T FORGET! In his monumental speech; “The Ballot or the Bullet,” Malcolm X signed, sealed and delivered the Magna Carta of Black politics in America. In the face of a rising tide of White nationalism, I wanted to revisit what El Hajj Malik El-Shabazz preached and prophesied in 1964. “The political philosophy of Black nationalism only means that the Black man should control the politics and the politicians in his own community. The time when white people can come in our community and get us to vote for them so that they can be our political leaders and tell us what to do and what not to do is long gone.” So why in 2018, in Dallas County, would we let Governor George Wallace…I mean Greg Abbott, handpick the handmaiden of justice and equality for this community? Abbott gave you Faith Johnson, but I could never vote for her. In the words of Richard Pryor at the epilogue of his most brilliant work, “Bicentennial Nigger”; “Y’all might have forgotten, but I ain’t never gonna forget!” Much of the voting populous in Dallas is young, recently transplanted or both, but I remember why judges like Faith Johnson were Republican and how they stayed on the bench. Another Pryor quote you may have missed; “They were giving Black men time like it was lunch!” Transparently, I never voted for John Creuzot back then, but at least he was creating alternatives to prison and longer than life sentences. Faith was channeling Marie Antoinette…”let them eat

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cake!” D Magazine published an article late 2016 that reveals what her peers thought. “In 2003, when she was running the 363rd District Court, Johnson did not impress the lawyers who voted. To the question “Does this judge correctly apply the law?” only 41 percent said “yes.” Next question: “Do you approve of this

judge’s overall performance?” Just 49 percent said “yes.” On those same two questions, Judge John Creuzot got 85 and 87 percent “yes.” Manny Alvarez, 80 and 76. Vickers L. Cunningham Sr., 71 and 68. Keith Dean, 78 and 78. Robert W. Francis, 78 and 77. Karen Green, 61 and 56. Of the 12 criminal district court judges, that year Johnson scored the lowest.” That’s the judge that Abbott picked for us? The Texas Commission on Judicial Conduct tagged Johnson in 2005 with a public admonition for her brand of “justice not politics.” “In November 2003, Billy Wayne Williams was convicted by a jury of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. Williams fled the jurisdiction of the court before he could be sentenced.

Upon learning that Williams had fled, Judge Johnson sentenced him in absentia to life in prison. Approximately one year later, Williams was recaptured. When Judge Johnson learned that Williams had been apprehended, she told members of her staff that she was going to pick up a cake and some ice cream to celebrate his return. The judge laughed and gave instructions on where to place the decorations. A cake, decorated with the words, ‘Welcome Home Billy Ray Williams,’ was displayed on a table in the courtroom. A local Dallas news reporter was also present, at Judge Johnson’s request, to film the party preparations and Williams’ expression as he entered the courtroom and witnessed the celebration. As Williams approached the bench, Judge Johnson told him, ‘You just made my day when I heard you had finally come home. We’re so excited to see you; we’re throwing a party for you.’ Approximately 40 minutes later, after the courtroom had been cleared of the party decorations, Williams was brought before Judge Johnson again for formal sentencing.” Seana Willing, executive director of Texas’ Commission on Judicial Conduct, said Johnson may have violated requirements that judges remain impartial and observe proper decorum. Getting one case right does not a DA make. Don’t put your Faith in the same folks who got us into this mess. Don’t misplace your faith…Again! #QuitPlayin Vincent L. Hall is an author, activist and

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Guy Toliver named Parkland Director of Inclusion Supplier Diversity Proven track record in inclusion, contract management

services, non-professional services and goods and services program. He was also responsible for business diversity and development service for multiple departments including operations, administration and diversity, ITS, public affairs, revenue management, audit services and air service development.

Guy Toliver, JD, has joined Parkland Health & Hospital System as Director of Inclusion - Supplier Diversity. In his role, Toliver will oversee programs, services and initiatives designed to enhance the diversity of Parkland’s workforce, vendor community and participation in civic and community organizations. He also will serve as a liaison and develop partnerships within the community to promote diversity and inclusion within the health system. “We are excited to have Guy join Parkland’s Office of Talent Management. His background and experience in the areas of diversity and contracting will help guide us as we continue to enhance our supplier diversity program,” said Corey Jackson, JD, SPHR, CCP, Parkland’s Executive Vice President and Chief Talent Officer. “Parkland recognizes diversity and cultural competency are key elements in our region’s ever-changing landscape. Guy’s involvement in these areas will be important to Parkland’s

success in achieving our strategic diversity goals.” Toliver comes to Parkland from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport where, since 2013, he served as Business Development Manager. There, he reviewed joint venture agreement contracts for federal regulatory compliance, set Airport Concessions Disadvantage Business Enterprise (ACDBE) goals for airport retail, food and beverage and passenger services concessions, and managed a federal program that supported $400 million in concessions revenue annually. From 2009-2013, he served as Business Specialist at the airport and was responsible for setting DSMWBE goals for various solicitations in numerous departments for the $241 million professional

Prior to that, Toliver served as Project Manager for Member’s Building Maintenance, Ltd., where he was responsible for the custodial and landscaping services contract totaling more than $24 million at DFW International Airport’s Terminal D. Toliver holds a Juris Doctorate of Law from the University of Oklahoma. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Accounting Control Systems from the University of North Texas. Additionally, he is the chair of the Dallas/Fort Worth Minority Supplier Development Council Professional Working Group, and previously was a board member of the Dallas Black Contractors Association and the Greater Southwest Black Chamber of Commerce. For more information about services at Parkland, visit www.parklandhospital.com

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I fought for our Country — Now NFL Players are kneeling for me They don’t see a former combat medic who’d risked his life for their country or a man whose seven years of honorable service didn’t inBy Samuel Innocent clude a moment to grieve. Instead of a I’m a veteran of the U.S. Army. veteran, they see a Black man So it may come as a surprise first and foremost. And in 2014, that the day I read about NFL police saw a potential criminal. players kneeling during the naThe awakening came only tional anthem, I could not have a few years after leaving the been prouder. I was proud beArmy and returning home to cause after serving my country my beloved New York. I’d enfor seven years, it felt like somerolled in college, one of the one was finally looking out for major steps for reintegrating me. back into society after service. As someone who served as a My new dream was to work on sergeant in Afghanistan, only to local policy. take a civilian job helping veterI commuted daily from the ans upon returning home, I fulBronx to Manhattan to attend ly understand patriotism. I work my classes at City College of hard to embody it every day. New York. That’s precisely why I think it’s One night, during the twoso important to stop mischarblock stroll from the subway to acterizing Colin Kaepernick’s my apartment, New York Police movement as unpatriotic. PlayDepartment officers stopped ers are not kneeling to protest me in my path. I fit the descripthe national anthem, as they’ve tion of someone who’d just explained time and time again. committed a crime, they said. They are kneeling to say that “What was the crime?” I the ways in which police offiasked. They said they couldn’t cers and the criminal justice tell me. When I asked if the system treat African-Americans description was for someone (people like me and my family) who looked like me (someone constitute a national crisis. wearing a shirt and tie) they I’m grateful for the players’ said I would have to call the stadecision to take a knee. Betion to find out. I was then put cause when many people set against a wall and searched. I eyes on me, the first thing they felt humiliated and helpless. see isn’t someone who may It was only when they asked have missed his sister’s wedfor my ID that they saw my ding, lost his father, and buried veteran status at the top of it. several friends during his tour Finally, the degrading and unof duty. warranted search came to an

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end. They told me to have a nice day. A part of me wanted to dismiss what had just happened to me as an isolated incident. But I knew that this practice disproportionally occurred in poorer neighborhoods and overwhelmingly targeted young Black men. A report by the New York Civil Liberties Union showed that innocent New Yorkers were subjected to stop-and-frisk tactics more than five million times since 2002, with people of color comprising the vast majority. These racially discriminatory NYPD stops were ruled unconstitutional in 2013, but this year officials revealed that Black New Yorkers were still eight times more likely than white residents to be arrested for low-level marijuana charges, despite the groups using it as similar rates. Tragically, racially biased policing isn’t contained to my hometown and leads to deadly consequences across America. Last year, a journalistic investigation found that Black people were shot more often than White people by police, although Black people were less likely to be found with a weapon. When I left to join the military, it wasn’t for me. It was for my family and loved ones who I would leave behind. I felt like I was doing my part, so they wouldn’t have to live in fear of events like 9/11 happening again. But my service in Afghanistan hasn’t made my family safer from the people sworn

to protect us in our own backyards. So yes, I was proud of players like Colin Kaepernick, Eric Reid, and Olivier Vernon because I knew how few people would be willing to risk their careers to shed light on issues that are urgent for people of color but that others often sweep under the rug. I’m proud that when Americans tune in to be entertained, the players in turn make the world more cognizant of the need to change how law enforcement operates. The players are not disrespecting veterans by kneeling. My local Veterans Affairs hospital in Brooklyn has slowly shut down parts of the facility and forced veterans to seek care elsewhere. This truly is disrespectful and not the promise that this nation made to its service members. Disrespect is the struggle that veteran charities face when trying to raise money. If you feel that forcing America to grapple with its continued systematic oppression of racial minorities is disrespectful, take a deeper look at why it bothers you. I pray that one day my fellow countrymen will see me for who I am: a veteran and a Black man who wants to be treated the same as everyone else— whether I’m in uniform or not. I fought for our nation abroad, and now the players fight for my inclusion at home. (Samuel Innocent is a former Army combat medic who served in Afghanistan and a Pat Tillman Foundation scholar.) This article originally appeared in the Nashville Pride.

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There was a packed house at the African American Museum for Monday Night Politics, sponsored by the Dallas Examiner. District Attorney candidates Faith Johnson and John Creuzot are

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The Oak Cliff Coalition for the Arts (OCCA) in collaboration with The Latino Cultural Center presented Fiesta Patrias! Sylvana Avila Alonzo (Founder of OCCA) is responsible for organizing this cultural event. Also known as Diez Y Sies de Septiembre (September 16th, Mexican Independence Day), the day when Hildago initiated a fight for free-

dom with a grito (call or shout), which was the beginning of Mexico’s battle for independence from Spain. This was a free community event which featured a program including an award ceremony recognizing AARP Texas and Melodia Gutierrez for advancement of cultural arts in Dallas, Dancers of the Hispanic of the Arts, Ballet Folklorico, offering traditional to modern dance, Mariachi Lone Star gave a musical array of wellknown Mexican songs,

and El Grito was presented by Consul General Francisco De La Torre, State Rep. Roberto R. Alonzo, John Martinez with RHCA and Sylvana Avila Alonzo. At the event, there were vendors offering traditional Mexican goods and there was authentic Mexican food and other activities focusing on activities and events pertaining to the Mexican- American culture. It was a fun-filled event for the whole family.

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FEATURED STAR: VIRGO – The Virgin – 08/23 – 09/22 Clearer than the brightest day, use intuition when dealing with those “snakes”. Inspiration/Influence – Your Chosen Healing Stone *AMBER* Good for detoxing, and health. Calming, purifies mind, and spirit. Lucky Numbers – 25.12.08.36.45.19 LIBRA – The Scales – 09/23 – 10/22 Overthinking everything can lead to negative thoughts; use caution. SCORPIO – The Scorpion – 10/23 – 11/21 The right decisions should not come as cruel or calculating. SAGITARIUS – The Archer – 11/22 – 12/21 The hard work nearly pays off, closer to reaching your goal. CAPRICORN – The Goat – 12/22 – 01/19 Questioning all your choices? Find motivation within. AQUARIUS – The Water Carrier – 01/20 – 02/18 Exhausted? How much of that is from deliberation or just burned out, hmmm? PISCES – The Fish – 02/19 – 03/20 Suffering in silence, will only carry you but not far. ARIES - The RAM - 03/21 - 04/19 Passion, desire, and will. You need all your energy to get through this last obstacle. TAURUS – THE BULL – 04/20 - 05/20 Being sensitive is okay but learn to control the outbursts. GEMINI – The Twins - 05/21 – 06/20 Intimidation does not show your strength but rather use your self-confidence and assurance. CANCER – The Crab – 06/21 – 07/22 When there is proper union, you give each other inner strength, compassion, and bravery. LEO – The Lion – 07/23 – 08/22 It’s okay to ask for help, sometimes the giver enjoys giving. Daily Oracle Reading: Ask and it is given: Perception, based on ones intellect and experience will always be custom ^_^ . Guide Your Light Right Mother Earth is going through transformations, frequency changes, an “Upgrade” a “Makeover”, causing human energies to shift into higher consciousness awareness, this can be intense, and at times, a hurtful experience to the unprepared humanity. Let’s work as ONE! Seek within, to win! “V” is calling on you to challenge inner-self and reach higher to shine brighter!! Call on “V”, your Starseed Lightworker for Tarot readings and Crystal readings. Pleiades Renegade Member Family of Light, system buster on call! Text Starseed Lightworker: 214-710-0418 Email: vperez311.unity@gmail. com

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Common sense is not so common Ask ALMA Dear Alma, I am a 25-year-old man. I consider myself very nice and caring. I live with a woman I met in February of this year. Things do not seem to be working out. I feel that I have been giving all that I can give. It has not helped that some of my life goals did not happen this year. I wanted to go back and work on a Ph.D. in economics, but I can’t. I am finding it very difficult to leave this relationship because she’s pregnant. I believe that this child deserves two loving parents, but if I am not happy, the best thing for the child is not a marriage. I am an independent type of person. I feel that I have very little private time. I feel that I constantly have to be with her. Lately, I’ve been thinking I should end the relationship. I do want our baby, but I’m not sure about the relationship. I wish I knew earlier what I know now. My best friend says I can’t leave while she’s pregnant. What do you think? Signed, Not Ready Hey Not Ready, I don’t want to use this space to dump on you about being totally selfish, egotistical and abundantly self-absorbed because, in my opinion, you won’t get it, and what’s most important about your circumstances is your new baby. You’re 25 years old and you live with

a woman you met nine months ago. What is that about? You mentioned wanting to go back and get your Ph.D. This leads me to assume you have acquired the prior degrees necessary to take that next step. While absorbing all of this, I have come to the conclusion that you have “book smarts” down to a science. What you’re lacking is common sense. When one makes the decision to be in a committed relationship and live with that person, intimacy allows the possibility of a pregnancy. Is your book sense following me so far?

Don’t focus so much on how she’s not the one for you. Learn to like her for who she is and the fact that the two of you will always be connected. I’m sure she has some great qualities; obviously you thought so, too, early on. It is your responsibility to support her during this time, emotionally and financially. She didn’t do this alone. You were a willing participant who’s now changed his mind. You’ve come to the conclusion that she isn’t the one for you, and that’s fine. But you do owe it to her and your child to have the best friendship the two of you can

While absorbing all of this, I have come to the conclusion that you have “book smarts” down to a science. What you’re lacking is common sense. What leads you down the path of partnership is the decision that you want to spend the rest of your life with this person. That’s not what you did. You shacked up, hooked up and now she’s knocked up. Aha moment here: There’s a reason we put the horse in front of the cart in real life and on a farm. You didn’t do that. You also didn’t mention “love” once in your submission. You said “I” so many times, I lost count. I’d suggest you spend time getting to know the person you decided to live with, who will become the mother of your child.

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