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Message to the People...

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known Thelma Youngblood for over 20 years.

Cheryl Smith She’s a warrior -- speaking out and fighting against injustices. She’s candid, truthful and a die-hard supporter if she believes in you or your cause. She also has causes of her own and she has been known to stand up on her own, alone, if need be to address issues she deemed worthy.

When you go into battle, when you’re dealing with adversity or when you’re fighting wrong, you want to have a Thelma Youngblood on your side.

For over a decade, I have watched her caring for her bedridden mother, Mrs. Lucy Allison.

Talk about love.

I saw such tenderness and compassion as Thelma did everything possible to make sure that her beautiful mother was comfortable, clean, safe and well taken care of.

It was so peaceful to watch the way Mrs. Allison was treated, which is in stark contrast to numerous reports I have heard about abuses inflicted upon the elderly.

When people talk about nursing homes, or selfish irresponsible relatives; well the stories make great fodder for horror flicks or Lifetime Movies.

Before she became bedridden, I recall a loving woman who took an interest in her daughter’s Zenobia and Thelma’s lives and those around them. She was kind and offered a gentle smile of welcome.

Even when she could no longer respond, Thelma still kept her mother informed, sharing news of the day and letting her know of visitors.

I know there were times when Thelma would have been on the frontlines, but she had her priorities in order and she never let anything keep her from taking care of her mother.

On Monday, June 17, 2013, Mrs. Allison transitioned. All I could think about was the love she was surrounded by and I took solace in knowing that her 94 years ended peacefully.

And when I think about society and sometimes how we treat our elderly and our young; well, I just think we could all learn quite a bit from Thelma Youngblood.

I MESSENGER Cheryl Smith, Publisher Established 2011 IMESSENGER is a tribute to Le Messager, founded by Cameroonian journalist Pius Njawe and The Messenger, an independent magazine, founded by labor activist A . Philip Randolph and economist Chandler Owen.

IM ESSENGER is committed to informing, inspiring, enlightening and provoking thought in a forum that is international. Submissions for publication consideration may be submitted to www.myimessenger.com.

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Fred A. Jones JONES 2000 & BEYOND Founder/CEO Jobs Skills Coach Placement Specialist

Let me say that my wife Debra and I have been extremely busy through the JONES 2000 & BEYOND program working in the “professional development jobs skills area”.

The job market is improving especially in Texas your high end demand fields in healthcare, restaurants, hospitality, building and constr uction, sales, engineering, oil and gas, green energy, technology, and criminal justice, etc. are a few of the new employment streams out there.

Unemployment claims continue to drop and although not where we would like it, still better than when this mess started in 08/09.

The President’s steady a genda is producing results much to the despair of the GOP, but that’s a different story.

The unemployment rate for Texas is 6.3% the rate average for the county is around 7.50% again a five-year low! Yes, this is great news except the African Americans.

Yes there are two sides to every coin.

The flip side to the unemployment coin for African Americans is still double the national average. The rate for us is still unacceptably high at 12% to 13% this is why we have to attack this fact with a concentrated and cooperative effort.

T h e J O N E S 2 0 0 0 & B E YO N D program has from the beginning 22 years ago attacked self-esteem, critical thinking, what to wear and when to wear it, communication skills, etiquette, diet and nutrition, relationships and social behavior all areas that are contributing to the high unemployment rate for African Americans.

Employment still begins at home and school when a student is continuously exhibiting behavioral issues then how can

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“Our ill-prepared workforce” they be expected to be a good employee?

How can they understand the concepts of teamwork and team building, understand a competitive work environment, communicate effectivel y if reading and the development of the a l m i g h t y “c r i t i c a l t h i n k i n g ” i s n’t encouraged at home and reinforced in school?

How then can critical thinking become second nature at work or in your career?

Critical thinking is an acquired skill set that must be utilized constantly to become proficient at it.

If a child is constantl y attacked

The flip side to the unemployment coin for African Americans is sti# double the national average.

T h e ra t e f o r u s i s s t i l l unacceptably high at 12% to 13% this is why we have to a t t a c k t h i s fa c t w i t h a concentrated and cooperative effort. verbally or physically how then can they be expected to have confidence to plow forward through challenges and obstacles understanding that failures are always part of the picture, but with courage and selfesteem to only let it be a minor set-back to be used for greater accomplishments later?

You see those of us in business have career jobs or the experiences of life understand this, most of our children don’t.

They don’t comprehend success in its pure form because their lives were surrounded by misconceived forms of success i.e. sexual conquest, the negative

hustle game, school on a back burner topic, toxic relationships. Self confidence allows failure to be brushed off easier.

What we witness is that students and clients have difficulty accepting positive uplifting because they don’t believe in themselves. Our children have difficulty spelling and reading with comprehension because books and literature are not i m p o r t a n t t o t h e m . Te x t i n g a n d technology fur ther exacerbates the condition because that’s’ how they communicate.

The acquired comfort skill of face to face, proper diction, communication is vital for effective interviewing and getting your points across. Most clients remain unemployed because of their interviewing skills or lack of effective writing is a vital key for resume writing. Another group of clients are still creating resumes that are ancient in the format and content.

Attire, proper fit, appropriate styles are still an issue, as a matter of fact our young brothers are sagging more than ever! How then can they obtain employment if the concept of proper attire and grooming has not been addressed?

Which fork do I use? Where does my napkin go? Table etiquette has been our staple and you had better best believe it remains so today.

In coming articles I will be giving tips and sug gestions to improve our competitive employment chances. We have been successful with our clients feeling better about their employment chances because of incorporating new techniques and changing lanes of mindsets.

My wife and I still believe the Black unemployment figures can be reduced and children can be fantastic students and ready to enter the employment pipeline.

We believe that those returning veterans, folk over 50 and ex-offenders still can c o m p e te i n t h e e m p l o y m e n t g a m e effectively, why because we’ve seen it and we will share the information and keep you informed.

The opinions expressed by columnists are not necessarily those of I MESSENGER.

Every man has a right to his ownDon’t opinion.

Every race hasmonth a right wait until a designated to to its own action; therefore let no man persuade you against your will, let go no to the other doctor-race influence you against your own.

Cancer, hypertension, blood clots, kidney disease and other ills are not paying attention to a calendar and neither should you!

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By Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson Given the current state of our economy, the United States cannot afford to continue the descent in the quality of education its students receive.

If we are to secure our future and remain a competitive nation, we must make significant improvements in our educational system. A failure to do so will have drastic consequences for long-range economic prosperity.

The U.S. is ranked ninth globally in the number of young people who are enrolled in colleges and universities. We are fifteenth in the number of university degrees awarded annually.

Our country continues to fail young people from economically challenged families. The numbers of young people from low-income families that attend college are dismal. The system is leaving too many disadvantaged students behind, pushing the American dream beyond their grasp.

There are a number of areas that must be addressed, but I strongly believe that we must initially focus on our youngest students. Once those in elementary and secondary schools are equipped with solid educational foundations, they will excel academically and be prepared to join a sustainable and reliable workforce when they graduate from college, university or trade school.

We must also provide our teachers with adequate resources so that they are able to expose students to new ideas and concepts that otherwise would elude them. We must emphasize to young students that post-secondary education or career technical training is essential to their success, and the continued competitiveness of our country. !

Agencies such as NASA and the National Science Foundation should be commended for their efforts to excite and cultivate our next generation of innovators. President Obama has stated that our goal as a nation should be to have the highest percentage of college graduates in the world by 2020. This should be a top priority.

Additionally, we must make education affordable. We should not burden young people with insurmountable debt that deters them from pursuing an education.

As a member of Congress, I have fought to protect the Pell Grant Program, and for increased funding to community colleges and Historically Black Colleges and Universities. I strongly support the Department of Education’s “Race to the Top” program, which makes grants available to those states that demonstrate a commitment to reform.

As reforms in education evolve, we must pay particular attention to training that is available in the areas of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). A degree in engineering, for instance, can provide a bright future for students who decide to pursue that discipline. Ursula Burns, who heads the Xerox Corporation, has an engineering degree.

Successful careers await those who study science, mathematics and technology as well.

No doubt many of our young people will complain that “STEM” study is difficult.

Yet, during my years in elected office, I have witnessed that greatness requires rigorous determination. Our students will discover that the rewards consistent with superior academic preparation are plentiful.

The very backbone of our nation is a learned, visionary and dedicated workforce, possessed with exceptional skills and talents. These are the characteristics of those who made America the most potent industrial and intellectual power in the world.

An educational system that is revolutionary in its thinking, planning and implementation will produce such men and women.

That is our need. That is what we must demand! !

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Naturally Divine Beauty Natural hair expo The largest natural hair educational expos in the Southwest gears up for another se"out crowd

Who: Naturally Divine Beauty What: TEXTURE REVOLUTION: THE SCIENCE

This second year event draws natural hair enthusiasts from all over north Texas to hear thought leaders in natural hair industry discuss new discoveries, products and techniques in managing natural hair.

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The event, hosted by Naturally Divine Beauty in Dallas, drew over 600 women last year and this year is expecting to double that number.

This year speakers will be: Audrey Davis-Sivasothy --a freelance writer, publisher, speaker and consultant to the cosmetology industry and Charnika Jett aka Chary Jay -- a journalist and videographer based in Detroit, Michigan.

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Where: Addison Conference Centre Why: The purpose of the event is to further educate African-American women about their natural hair and how to maximize hair growth through nutrition and proper hair care.

Karen Wilson is a licensed cosmetologist and instructor with over 15 years experience in the beauty and hair industry. Betty Murray, CN, HHC, RYT is on a mission to radically change the health and health-care in America.

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Garland NAACP Youth Council Image Awards The Garland NAACP Youth Council Image Award was founded eight years ago and has become a signature event for the Garland NAACP Youth Council.

The purpose of the Image Award is to recognize children and youth who have excelled academically, artistically, athletically, and in the area of leadership in school, in the community and religious institutions.

Over the years, approximately 800 awards have been made to some of the best and brightest youth the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex has to offer.

Scientific Olympics) Gold Medalists.

This year three Gold Medalists from the Garland ISD will perform.

Felecia Haggerty (9th grader at Garland High School), Malik Henderson (11th grader, Garland High) and Sim Drain, IV (11th grader, Lakeview Centennial High, Garland ISD) will perform in the ACT-SO categories of Vocal Classical, Vocal Contemporary and Poetry respectively.

This year's Image Award will be held on Saturday, June 15, 2013 at 5:00pm at the Mt. Hebron Baptist Church, 1233 The youth are selected for State Highway 66 in Garland. the award by members of the Adults interested in NAACP, educators, pastors nominating individual youth and other adults who work and youth groups are invited with youth. to join us in encouraging Youth from Duncanville, Lancaster, Garland and the DFW community receive the award at a formal program which includes performances

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Normally, when I hear that there is a sixth sequel of any movie franchise in production, I sigh heavily and say to myself in a long, drawn out, melodramatic stage voice, “Why?” However, to Universal Pictures’ credit, its latest release of action movie FAST & FURIOUS 6 is surprisingly good. Written by Chris Morgan and Gary Scott Thompson, and directed by Justin Lin, FAST & FURIOUS 6 reunites the diverse ensemble cast of extraordinarily skilled drivers/car aficionados for another wild ride down Adventure Lane.

The story picks up where the fifth sequel left off with Dom and his crew living in the lap of luxury in different parts of the world resulting from their big $100 million heist in Rio. Brian (Paul Walker) and Mia (Jordana Brewster) have a new baby.

Han (Sung Kang) and Gisele (Gal Gadot) are in a relationship

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Tej (Chris “Ludacris” Bridges) and Roman (Tyrese Gibson) a re enjoying bachelorhood complete with scantily clad beauties. And last but not least, the gang’s fearless leader, Dom (Vin Diesel) and

Elena (Elsa Pataky) are also a hot item.

That is until their dear old friend, Hobbs (Dwayne Johnson) shows up with news of a recent Letty sighting.

Hobbs needs Dom and his crew’s assistance to help take down a new criminal mastermind, named Shaw (Luke Evans), who is believed to have Letty (Michelle Rodriguez) working for him.

One of the most refreshing things about this sequel is that it very well could be a stand alone action/adventure film i.e. even if you have never been a FAST & FURIOUS fan over the years, you could easily see this film without the benefit of seeing the first five movies and follow the storyline just fine.

One obviously deliberate decision in making this film was to focus a lot less emphasis on the cars and driving as with the past movies and instead focus primarily on the main plot !

of taking down the elusive crime boss and sub-plot of reconnecting Dom and Letty romantically.

While all of the actors’ performances are decent, R&B recording artist turned actor, Tyrese, steals the show with his comic relief and overall delivery.

Likewise from a directorial perspective, Justin Lin is to be commended for bringing his vision of this movie to life on the big screen.

Sure, most of the car chase scenes and stunts are completely implausible, but that’s exactly what I expect from this type of movie — jaw-dropping action and mindless entertainment.

Nothing more. Nothing less.

Rated PG-13 for intense sequences of violence, action and mayhem throughout, some sexuality and language, FAST & FURIOUS 6, has a running time of two hours and 10 minutes and is in theaters nationwide. From the looks of things, we are in for more moving violations with this franchise.

Can you say Jason Statham? Enough said.

A must see action film!

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Ask Gwen Just When I Thought I Had Him – He Left!

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Dear Shirley: You mentioned that you had a wonderful husband for 46 years.

Girl, slap yourself on the side of your face because you need a ‘wake-up’ call.

I hate to be the one to tell you but your husband may have been on the last train traveling your way. Good men don’t come in abundance – but bad men do.

Let me tell you this: When some people become ill, they become humbled and thankful for whatever is being done for them. They are most gracious. On the other hand, there are some people when they become ill, they become mean, evil and cruel.

Dear Gwendolyn: I was married to a wonderful man for 46 years. He is now deceased. I got involved with another man and after dating for about a year he had a heart attack. He underwent by-pass As to your question about this surgery. I took him in and took care man who will not return your calls, of him. When he was able to take don’t try to force the issue as much as care of himself, he became distant to be a friend. If he becomes ill towards me and moved out. He again, let him go to someone else. moved back to his apartment which This thing of being a part of your life was okay with me. He dropped all when he needs you and then leaving ties with me. I would call to check when he doesn’t makes no sense at all. on him but he never returned the calls. So, my opinion is to forget him —and He just said that he didn’t want to be a do it quick. bother to anyone. He told me, “You Gwen live your life and I will live mine.”

Gwendolyn, I need your opinion. Should I try to stay in touch as a friend or just let go?

Shirley

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Things are always growing for the company, and they soon hope to transform their website into a family friendly destination filled with fun interactive activities, certificates from the real Tooth Fairy, photo contests of those toothless smiles, and more!

Children are taken on an enchanting journey in the new book, Tale of the Tooth Fairy!

Brought to life through a fresh take on the classic tale, the Tooth Fairy is back in action and ready to lend a little magic to children's lives with the Tooth Fairy Storybook Set. Losing their baby teeth is a child's first step toward growing up and a can be a scary rite of passage. Luckily, with the help of the Tooth Fairy's special book and huggable fairy doll, kids (and parents) everywhere can get excited about this special stage!!

In this stunningly colored hardbound storybook, children will be swept away as they hear about a budding fairy trying to find her place in the world as the first ever Tooth Fairy.

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National Call…..Looking For a Few Good Spiritual Women Of Faith for our Panel

Spiritual Women-Of-Faith is inspirational talk biblically discriminating radio broadcast on the Valder Beebe Show.

National-and-global-topics of conversations on todayʼs issues, social commentary with high-profile interviews. We are opening the conversations to the audience, igniting thought provoking and relevant topics that faith-based women (and men) envelope in honest and opinionated dialogue.

The producers are looking for panelists to take a seat at the virtual table and share spiritual wisdom on todayʼs issues. The Valder Beebe Show, a new kind of spiritual talk show broadcast on KKVI FM (DFW) www.kkvidfw.com and on-line www.ValderBeebeShow.com .

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June 21 (noon program)Â Organization: National Association of Black Accountants (NABA) :Accounting Career Awareness Program (ACAP) Closing Luncheon Time: 11:30am to 1:30pm Place: SMU; Umphrey Lee Center; Martha Proctor Mack Ballroom on 2nd floor **** The OFFICIAL Launch of I Messenger Enterprises African American Museum 6p.m.

June 28 The Tenors will be performing in Dallas on Friday, June 28 at 8 p.m. at the Winspear Opera House in the Downtown Dallas Arts District and is part of the Capital One Bank Bravo Series.

Ticket prices range from $25 to $55 and can be purchased online at www.attpac.org, by phone at 214.880.0202, or in person at the AT&T Performing Arts Center Box oďŹ&#x192;ce at the Winspear Opera House, 2403 Flora Street (Monday through Saturday, 10 am â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 6 pm; Sunday 11 am â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 4 pm), or at the remote Box OďŹ&#x192;ce at Park Place Lexus Plano at 1025 Preston Road.  Â

July 4 Celebrate Independence Day with festivities for all ages and beautiful fireworks at MetroPCS FAIR PARK FOURTH from 4:30-11:30 p.m. Thursday, July 4, at historic Fair Park. Free and open to the public, the familyfun event will feature a Dallas Wind Symphony patriotic performance sponsored by Big City Crushed Concrete, â&#x20AC;&#x153;dancing waterâ&#x20AC;? shows at the Esplanade Fountain, kids activities and entertainment, plus a national-class fireworks show sponsored by Gold Metal Recyclers.

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Toll Road are brought to the area. Some construction has begun with the demolition of homes to follow later this year.

At a meeting held by the three institutions, a focus group of sorts dished ideas and findings on the surveys that have told the story of the residents of South Dallas. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are measuring conditions that may vary from street to street,â&#x20AC;? said Dr.

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On the national security front, I am very concerned about the Presidentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s intention to close Guantanamo without a workable plan to relocate detainees. It is my sincere hope that, moving forward, the administration will adopt the productive, responsible approach to our nationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s challenges that Americans deserve.â&#x20AC;?

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In having the conversation about building within South Dallas, many issues arise with respect to GWENDOLYNand JONES education business in Ask The Advocate See ROAD, page 19

PROPOSITIONS 1 AND 2 Why YES means no and NO means yes Dallas is abuzz at the election issues before them on May 9 when citizens are asked to vote on the controverDâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;LYTE sial & EBONY Convention Music Happenings Center Hotel that is being backed by Mayor Leppert. But what does voting â&#x20AC;&#x153;noâ&#x20AC;? and voting â&#x20AC;&#x153;yesâ&#x20AC;? mean?

It is important to remember that the propositions are to amend the Dallas City Charter which, among other things, gives the MISSpower RAY to acquire city the Going Deep in Roots property fortheany public purpose. The propositions are worded to prohibit the city from acting on these before stated powers.

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Mega-Stars Cedric the Entertainer, Mary Mary set to headline MegaFest Tickets on sale Friday, June 28 MegaFest, the three-day family festival hosted by T.D. Jakes, will

deliver an amazing lineup of inspirational entertainment when top celebrities from music, film, television, comedy and sports converge on Dallas August 29 – 31.

The "Just Churchin'" Comedy Show, Woman of Purpose Concert and the Ball Up Streetball Classic Tour Championship game are just a few of the electrifying entertainment events that will captivate audiences during the Labor Day weekend.

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Making its triumphant return to the United States for the first time since 2006, MegaFest will be held at the Dallas Convention Center, American Airlines Center and other venues throughout the city. This supersized event marries four of Jakes' most popular conferences: ManPower, Woman Thou Art Loosed, MegaYouth and MegaKidz with a plethora of entertainment, business and other empowering features for the entire family.

Hosted by Cedric the Entertainer and Niecy Nash, stars of the TV Land hit sitcom "The Soul Man," the "Just Churchin'" comedy show is a MegaFest favorite. Slated for Friday, August 30 at 8 p.m. at the Dallas Convention Center Arena, "Just Churchin'" guarantees a flavorful mix of comedic talent, with hilarious, family-friendly stand up routines from seasoned veteran comedians to the hottest up and coming talent. Tickets go on sale June 28.

"I'm really excited to have the opportunity to kick off Bishop Jakes' inspirational weekend with some soulful fun as co-host (with Niecy Nash) of the Just Churchin' Comedy Show at his MegaFest experience in Dallas this summer. It's great bringing the fun and being part of a lineup of such forward-moving, positive events that benefit and enhance the lives of so many families in the community," said Cedric the Entertainer.

The MegaFest Woman of Purpose Concert, in conjunction with Autism Speaks, will highlight women who are

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Offering something for sports fans, MegaFest brings streetball from the neighborhood playground to the bright lights of the Dallas Convention Center Arena when Ball Up, the nation's premiere streetball organization, concludes its 2013 nationwide tour with a championship game on August 31. Ball Up's innovative spin on the game of streetball has redefined the sport by bringing some of the top, untapped talent to basketball courts across the world along with big name stars that have graced the NBA hardwood. This year's impressive roster includes The Professor, AO, Baby Shaq, Air Up There, Bone Collector, Pat the Roc, Special FX, Springs, Sik Wit It, Violator and G. Smith. Tickets go on sale June 28.

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making a difference in their communities by advocating for awareness and resources to assist children and families affected by this developmental disorder. Featuring Holly Robinson Peete, Tisha Campbell Martin, Mary Mary, Kenneth "Babyface" Edmonds, Kim Burrell and American Idol music director Ray Chew among others, this evening of elegance will bring together the best elements of fun, faith and philanthropy. Hosted on Saturday, August 31 at 8 p.m. from American Airlines Center, tickets go on sale June 28.

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