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INSIDE I MESSENGER October 12, 2012

JetBlue Airlines --the answer to your problems!

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JetBlue Airlines is calling the bluff of many. Including me! That’s right, I am one of those Americans who said, “If my candidate does not win, I am outtahere.” More specifically, I said I was going home to the Motherland, preferably along the coastline. On JetBlue’s website, it reads: “If your candidate doesn’t win, don’t worry. Election Protection could be your ticket out of the country.”

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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. PAGE 3

For some, if there candidate is not victorious, there is no need or desire to continue living in America. Instead of celebrating on Nov. 6 , it’s time to vacate the premises and for those “die-hard partisans,” the New York -based airline has just the answer with its offer of escape from a country doomed to perish, because after all that is what we can expect if our candidate doesn’t win. “We’ve all heard it said before: if my candidate does not win, I’m leaving the country,” Marty St. George, senior vice president marketing and commercial strategy for JetBlue, said in a statement. “Fun is one of our five founding values, and in this spirit we decided to give people a chance to recover from the political noise and follow through on their claim to skip town if their candidate comes up short.” In order to participate, all you need to do is visit the web site www.jetblue.com/ electionprotection and enter your choice for president. The simple process includes clicking on the donkey or the elephant. According to JetBlue, after logging on through Facebook, you will be entered into a drawing for a chance to win tickets to one of 21 international destinations -- if your candidate doesn’t win. JetBlue officials say the airline is giving away 2,012 one-way seats, or 1,006 roundtrip certificates, to destinations such as the Bahamas, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, Jamaica, Mexico, St. Maarten, St. Lucia and Turks & Caicos and President Obama currently holds a six percentage point lead over Romney in the online “poll.” I went on line and voted, and picked a destination which will change should I win. This is one drawing I don’t want to win. The candidate that I chose will do great things not just for America, but for the world. No matter where I choose to go, American influence is significant and the entire world benefits from a victory for my candidate. Equally if not more important than the presidential election has to be the trip I am urging voters to take down the ticket. How about the sheriffs, district attorneys, commissioners, congressmen, senators, and so on? Please go to the polls and vote. Sure I want to continue traveling the world, but this election is much bigger than one person.

Cheryl !

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The Art of Communication

Greedy King Children at it again

TRUTH TO POWER By GEORGE E. CURRY

Adarian Thomas with his school project

Eight-year-old Adarian was sent home from school with his class project this week, The assignment was: "You will create a book review about a myth, legend, or folktale that teaches a lesson about positive interactions." It was a family affair, preparing the project. Adarian was excited about choosing a legend. He looked at different books trying to find someone that would meet the criteria set forth by his teacher at Hyman Elementary. When Adarian father went to meet him at the bus stop, he said he was surprised because his son got off the bus with his project in hand and a sad look on his face. It seems that his teacher said that the person he chose to write about was NOT a legend. He was told to do it over and he would be docked 10 points for turning it in late. The "legend" that Adarian chose was Muhammad Ali. Now everyone knows that Mr. Ali is a humanitarian and philanthropist, as well as being one of the most recognizable men in the world. Once the Heavyweight Champion of the World, Mr. Ali at 75 received the Liberty Medal for his longtime role outside the ring as a fighter for humanitarian causes, civil rights and religious freedom. The school principal says there was a miscommunication and not only with Adarian, so he will not be penalized. Communication is key. The teacher wanted the class to focus on a mythical legend, but her paper didn’t say so. She could have told Adarian that he chose the wrong type of legend, instead of telling him that Muhammad Ali was not a legend, you think? This is a teachable moment for everyone. According to the parents, school officials have apologized, but hey were not pleased with the teacher, who they said was very defensive. Teachers are very important and should be treated with the utmost respect. We must support our teachers and they must realize that there’s a lot of responsibility that comes with the position. Interestingly when the story about this incident aired on NBC5, some viewers said the race card was played. That was not the case at all, it was actually the poor communication skills card. You can check out the story on the NBC5 site. Adarian’s family never said anything about “race.” So now the ignorance card gets played. We have to stop the madness and we all lose when we are disrespectful of others in any way! PAGE 4

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In his “I Have a Dream Speech” delivered at the 1963 March on Washington, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. said he dreamed of the day his children would be judged not by the color of their skin but the content of their character. If Dr. King had known how Martin III, Dexter and Bernice would later fight over money generated by commercially exploiting his name, he might have omitted any reference to their character. When it comes to money, King’s remaining children have no character. The latest of many examples is their profiting from the construction of the Washington, D.C. Martin Luther King, Jr. National Memorial. They – and all Americans – should be grateful that Harry E. Johnson, Sr. and Alpha Phi Alpha fraternity had the vision and unflagging commitment to believe they could erect a memorial to Dr. King on the National Mall. Last year, the 30-foot, 8-inch statue of King was unveiled, dwarfing the 19foot statue of Thomas Jefferson and the Abraham Lincoln memorial, which is 19 feet, 6 inches. Instead of being satisfied with this impressive memorial to their father – the first monument to an African American on the Mall – the King children saw dollar signs. They have collected more than $3 million in licensing fees from the Martin Luther King, Jr. National Memorial Project Foundation. The fees were charged in exchange for allowing the foundation to use King’s words and likeness in fundraising appeals and as part of the memorial complex itself. Harry Johnson has raised $119 million of the $120 million needed to

build the memorial. But I doubt that any donor gave money to the project with the expectation that the King children would be able to line their pockets with their contribution. David Garrow, the Pulitzer Prizewinning King biographer, told the Associated Press that Dr. King would have been “absolutely scandalized by the profiteering behavior of his children.” He added, “I don’t think the Jefferson family, the Lincoln family…I don’t think any other group of family ancestors has been paid a licensing fee for a memorial in Washington. One would think any family would be so thrilled to have their forefather celebrated and memorialized in D.C. that it would never dawn on them to ask for a penny.” The King family is not looking for pennies or dollars. They are looking for millions. They are already making millions from King’s “I Have a Dream Speech.” King was a very public man, giving a public speech at the Lincoln Memorial, yet the King children claim that he was a private citizen and therefore they are entitled to profit from his public pronouncements. They successfully sued CBS to prevent the network from airing the “I Have a Dream Speech” – without paying them. But would they win such a suit today? Fortunately for them, people are willing to give them a pass b e c a u s e t h e y a r e D r. K i n g ’s dysfunctional children, not because of anything they have done. Private citizens don’t have federal holidays named in their honor. Monuments aren’t erected to them on the National Mall. If Dr. King isn’t a public figure, no one is. Even worse than charging the foundation that erected the King Memorial for use of King’s words and images, the King family has now told the Martin Luther King, Jr. National Memorial Project Foundation that their licensing agreement has expired and the family will not extend it. Not even for a sizeable fee. And by the way, the foundation can no longer use King in its name and will have to change that, too..

So what is their angle? You know the money grubbing Kings had to have one. Bernice King, CEO of the King Center in Atlanta, announced a year-long celebration leading to the 50th anniversary of Dr. King’s “I Have a Dream” speech. “We are excited by the four days of activities we have organized to commemorate my father’s ‘I Have a Dream’ speech, in cooperation with the MLK, Jr. National Historic Site and the CDC,” she said. “As we launch the year-long countdown to the global observance of the 50th anniversary, the Dreamkeepers Program events will help us address the still relevant challenge of creating a more just society through nonviolent activism.” The King Center – which has been managed by Dexter, Martin III and now Bernice – hopes to raise $170 million from the events. The famous march was about more than a young preacher from Atlanta delivering a sterling speech that mesmerized the nation. Rather, it was called the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom. It was organized by A. Philip Randolph, president of the Brotherhood of Sleeping Car Porters. With an official Black unemployment rate of 14.4 percent, the emphasis should again be on jobs, not Dr. King’s speech. But a focus on jobs wouldn’t put any money into the King coffers. And they’ve already shown that is one of their major objectives. They had arranged for Sotheby to auction King’s papers in 2006. But Atlanta Mayor Shirley Franklin stepped in and organized a private group that paid $32 million for the papers and donated them to Morehouse College, King’s alma mater. Had he been alive, that’s something Dr. King probably would have done. But unlike his children, he wouldn’t do it to make a buck. George E. Curry, former editor-in-chief of Emerge magazine, is editor-in-chief of the National Newspaper Publishers Association News Service (NNPA) and editorial director of Heart & Soul magazine.

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Magic Johnson makes an appeal

In basketball, getting ready for the big game takes years of hard work on the court and in the weight room. But getting ready to vote? Now that's easy -- and this year it's more important than I can ever remember. So much is on the line this election -- from accessible health care to good, aﬀordable education -- and it's up to us to deliver the win for President Obama.

Will you ask your friends to register to vote today? If there's one thing I learned on the court, it's that people can always achieve more when they're working together as one team. That's the vision President Obama has for our country -- and that's why it's so important for us to vote in this election. I couldn't be prouder to have a president who stands up for the middle class and provides a good role model for our community. It doesn't hurt that he knows how to make a jump shot, too. So I'm going to tell you the same thing I always tell younger players: Make sure you're ready for game day. Get your friends to register to vote now: https://my.barackobama.com/ Game-Day-Registration It's game time. Let's go win this thing. Magic PAGE 6

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Peta Lindsay and Yari Osorio, PSL Candidates for President and Vice President, on the victory of Hugo Chávez “We socialists in the United States celebrate with Venezuela’s working and poor people the re-election of Hugo Chávez”Socialists throughout the Americas, and indeed throughout the world, join with the Venezuelan working people in celebrating the re-election of Hugo Chávez as Venezuela’s president. As the presidential and vice-presidential candidates of the Party for Socialism and Liberation (PSL) in the United States, we recognize that Chávez’s victory is a step forward for working and poor people everywhere. Wall Street and the CIA are disappointed today for the same reason that millions of people in Venezuela and throughout Latin America are celebrating. Chávez and the Bolivarian revolutionary process seek to overturn the wretched capitalist status quo that has allowed the elites to get ever richer while the masses of people suffer in deep poverty. Massive support for the Bolivarian revolution could be seen in a huge rally two days before the election, on Friday, Oct. 5, with 3 million people dressed in bright red packing seven main avenues of the capital. With 54.42 percent of a record-turnout vote, Chávez has won a fourth term as president of Venezuela in a race widely recognized as a crucial struggle between the progressive forces of the “Bolivarian Revolution” and the right-wing opposition of U.S.-backed Henrique Capriles. His Democratic Unity coalition (MUD) had hoped to return the wealthy classes — national and foreign — to their former unchallenged status by reversing the social and economic gains of the vast majority of Venezuelans.

In 2004, Peta Lindsay was the youngest delegate to the World Meeting of Artists and Intellectuals in Defense of Humanity in Venezuela, hosted by President Hugo Chávez and the Venezuelan government.

Before Chávez’s presidency, at least 66 percent of the population of Venezuela — a country with one of the highest oil and natural gas reserves in the world — suffered from deep poverty. Despite enormous natural and industrial wealth, the two dominant capitalist parties, Copei and Acción Democrática, ran the government to benefit both the Venezuelan elite and U.S. and British oil companies. That old social order is coming undone in Latin America. It needs an equally radical transformation in North America, where capitalism has allowed the 400 richest billionaires to increase their wealth by 13 percent in the last year while millions lost their jobs, homes and health insurance while the government handed their tax dollars over to the biggest banks and the criminal cliques who run them. Today, socialist and progressive proworker movements are struggling throughout the Americas for a new world. The governments of Venezuela, Bolivia, Ecuador and, of course, Cuba, are representative of a hemispheric trend to overturn the old, oppressive order.

This is not the Latin America of yesterday, when U.S. imperialism was able to expel Cuba from the Organization of American States, invade Dominican Republic in 1965, overthrow Salvador Allende in 1973, invade Grenada in 1983 and Panama in 1989. Now there is a powerful anti-imperialist alliance of countries that have supported each other’s social development, sharing resources and building solidarity. We, in the United States, will continue to demonstrate our solidarity with the people of Venezuela as they struggle for workers rights, for justice and for socialism. We oppose the policies of the U.S. government that continue to treat Latin America as its colonial “backyard.” The Party for Socialism and Liberation's Lindsay/Osorio Presidential Campaign is on the ballot in 13 states, covering every region of the country: the West - Colorado, Utah, Washington; the South - Arkansas, Florida, Louisiana; the Midwest - Iowa, Minnesota, Wisconsin; and the Northeast - New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, Vermont. The 10-Point Program of the Lindsay/ Osorio campaign calls for making a job, healthcare, housing and education the constitutional rights of every person; seizing the big banks and creating a national people’s bank; ending all wars and interventions; stopping racist police brutality and mass incarceration; defense of women’s rights; equality for lesbian, gay, bi and transgender people; full rights for immigrants; defense of unions; and saving the planet by ending capitalism.

Democrats gather at TBAAL for first presidential debate

Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson speaks as Dallas County Democratic Chair Darlene Ewing looks on.

In Dallas, more than 1,000 Dallas County Democrats converged on the Texas Black Academy of Arts and Letters, to be a part of the biggest Presidential Debate Watch Party in the state. Those numbers directly reflect the excitement

around President Obama's reelection and the Dallas County Democratic Party's goal to make history again, with competitive House District campaigns and a likely super-majority in the Dallas County Commissioner's Court. "Our County Party knows how to turn Democrats out. I'm thrilled with tonight's response," said Darlene Ewing, Dallas County Democratic Party Chair. "We will keep turning out Democrats all the way to Election Day. We are talking to voters about Straight Democratic Ticket voting when we knock on doors every Saturday morning and Sunday afternoon until November 6," she said. "In the past three cycles, Dallas Democrats have made and kept the county Blue, even in 2010. !

Dallas has performed a threepeat. 2012 will be a four-peat," said Dallas County 116th Civil District Court Judge Tonya Parker. "Democrats know what's at stake in this election," she said. "President Obama's plans for the economy, health care and education all move our country forward, but Romney won't tell us his plans and even Sunday his running-mate said 'he didn't have time' to explain the Romney budget," said Dallas Democrat Emma Nelson. "When do we get specifics? In December?" she said. Democrats and disenchanted Republicans may get involved locally by contacting the Dallas County Democratic Party headquarters directly, 214.821.8331. !

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BernNadette Stanis, Dionne Warwick and Marla Gibbs featured on ‘Life After” BernNadette Stanis

Silver Spring, MD –TV One’s popular series “Life After” returns for a fourth season on Monday, October 8 at 9pm ET. Exploring the turning point in celebrities’ careers that altered their lives forever, the half-hour series highlights these moments from the point of view of the celebrity and those in their inner circle. In each episode, a celebrity reveals the stories behind the transformative events in their life, and the ways in which they evolved from these experiences to a more fulfilling “life after.” Those featured in the fourth season of the series will include: Marla Gibbs – the television icon looks back at her career on a string of television hits including “The Jeffersons” and the 80's hit show, “227.” BernNadette Stanis – the actress tells the riveting story of her path from the

Brownsville projects in Brooklyn to television stardom as TV’s first black “It” girl as Thelma on “Good Times.” Ernest Thomas – the actor reflects on his early success on the sitcom, “What's Happening!!” and the continued success he’s found decades after the series' devastating cancellation. Karyn White – the singer shares her journey from red-hot pop icon with a string of chart-topping hits including Superwoman to her retirement from the spotlight following her marriage, her subsequent divorce, and comeback plans. Mablean Ephriam – famous for her tough love, witty comebacks and trademark phrase, “Look deep before you leap,” one of TV’s favorite judges shares her incredible journey from working as a prison correctional officer to presiding over “Divorce Court.”

Dionne Warwick

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Camille Winbush – from her big break at age 11 on “The Bernie Mac Show” to her struggle with Mac’s death in 2008, the actress recounts her path to an incredible career as an performer, businesswoman, and teen spokesmodel. Regina Belle – the singer discusses her struggle to overcome brain cancer amidst a musical career that has taken her from enchanting audiences worldwide with “A Whole New World,” in Disney’s Aladdin to performing opera, R&B and gospel. Marion Jones – the Olympic medalist will reveal the anguish and humiliation she endured after it was discovered that she used performance-enhancing drugs and was stripped of her medals, banned from track and field, and sent to prison. Tiffany Pollard – the larger-than-life reality television personality rose to stardom as "New York,” on VH1’s hit

show “Flavor of Love” before going on to star in her own spin-off reality shows and pursue roles in feature-length films. Dionne Warwick – the five-time Grammy winner who has an impressive track record of 56 singles on the Billboard Hot 100 List is now prepping for her 50th anniversary album and actively promoting AIDS awareness around the world. “Life After reveals the side of celebrities we don’t often get to see – the human side,” explains Toni Judkins, TV One Executive Vice President of Original Programming and Production. “We’ve cheered their successes and wept for their losses. Life After allows the celebs we think we know, to share intimate secrets, reveal the lessons learned on their journey, and bring us closer to their true selves.”

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Rising Entertainer Vincent “Heartbreak” Tucker & The Vincent Tucker Radio Show wins multiple radio awards Syndicated Broadcast picks up the Most Awards of the Night --

honored we feel that our work has been recognized,” said Vincent “Heartbreak” Tucker. “We thank fbrn.us founder Sammi Martinez, the fbrn.us staff, the radio directors across the country that contributed to the voting in addition to our fans. The Vincent Tucker Radio Show is proud to call fbrn.us the flagship home of our syndicated broadcast and look forward to continuing our part in bringing prominence to the fledging network.”

One of radio's most admired and influential executives, dies at 55

Vincent “Heartbreak” Tucker

DALLAS -- Rising entertainer & humanitarian Vincent “Heartbreak” Tu c k e r a n d h i s s y n d i c a t e d broadcast The Vincent Tucker Radio Show, has announced being the recipient of six 2012 fbrn.us Radio Awards. The annual awards ceremony is powered by fbrn.us and winners were picked by the staff of network, 10 radio program directors across the country and listeners. Winners were announced at the 2012 fbrn.us Awards Ceremony, held September 22 at the Rose Marine Theater in Fort Worth, Texas. The Vincent Tucker Radio Show won 2012 fbrn.us awards in the following categories: ! fbrn.us Best Use of Multimedia of the Year (Silver Medal) ! fbrn.us Celebrity Interview of the Year (Silver Medal) ! fbrn.us Show Promoter of the Year (Silver Medal) ! fbrn.us Best Team Show of the Year (Gold Medal) ! fbrn.us Show of the Year (Silver Medal) Vincent “Heartbreak” Tucker won a 2012 fbrn.us award in the following category: ! fbrn.us Male Host of the Year (Bronze Medal) “There is not enough words in the English dictionary to describe how PAGE 8

2000 as general manager, Brown was VP and general manager for CBS Radio in Charlotte. He also spent 13 years at CBS Sales Management in New York City working for network TV and radio. A native of Washington, D.C., Brown was a member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. and 100 Black Men of America. In addition to being the recipient of a number of awards, Brown has a scholarship in his name at his alma mater, Syracuse University's Newhouse School of Communications, for minority students. Wayne Brown is survived by his wife Nyesa and two sons. There was a memorial service in Atlanta, GA on October 11 and the funeral will be held Monday, October 15 at Ebenezer AME Church, 7707 Allentown Road, Fort Washington, MD. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that donations be made to: The Dylan and Drew Brown Educational Fund to allow his legacy to flourish through his family. Contributions can be made at any Bank of America branch across the country.

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anniversary of this stellar event held in New York City. This TNJ award honors AfricanAmerican women whose professional achievements have significantly impacted an industry or profession, and who also have made an important contribution to their community. An ideal "TNJ25" candidate is a business owner, or a partner, president, CEO, board chair, or other senior-management executive with significant decision-making authority in the corporate, nonprofit (including academia and medicine), or government sector. Winners will be featured in the March 2013 issue of The Network Journal magazine and honored at a luncheon held at the New York Marriott Marquis Hotel in March 2013. The deadline for nominations is Friday, October 26, 2012. Additional information on the "25 Influential Black Women in Business Awards," including overview, eligibility and selection process, procedures, nomination form and entry, as well as details of past recipients, is available at www.tnj.com/25-Influential-blackwomen/call-for-nominations. You may also contact Sabrina D. Eady at (212) 962-3791 x206 for additional information.

Wayne K. Brown

Wayne K. Brown, one of the nation's most influential AfricanAmerican executives in radio, has died following a battle with liver cancer. He was 55 years old. Brown was widely respected and admired in the broadcasting business for his successes and dedication to the advancement of African-Americans in the business. He most recently was appointed general manager of Streetz 94.5 FM, Atlanta's new Hip-Hop station. "Wayne was a wonderful human being," said Catherine L. Hughes, Chairperson & Founder of Radio One, Inc., "he made you feel like you were the most important person in the world when you were with him." Brown was the VP/GM of Radio One's Atlanta market for eight years. In July 2008 Brown founded his own firm, WKB Enterprises, LLC to capitalize on his more than 30 years of broadcasting and marketing experience. He also served as senior partner and associate publisher of Who's Who publishing company. Prior to joining Radio One in

Sen. Paul Sadler visits with Texas Publisher Association members

"25 Influential Black Women in Business call for nominations New York, NY (BlackNews.com) -- The Network Journal (TNJ), an award-winning business magazine offering trade and industry news vital for today's African-American professionals, corporate executives and small-business owners, announces the call for nominations for its 2013 "25 Influential Black Women in Business Awards." The 2013 Awards marks the fifteenth !

T.P.A. Vice President Mollie Belt, Senator Paul Sadler, T.P.A. Member Waseem Ali

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A Healthy You Survey: U.S. seniors overwhelmingly satisfied with Medicare Part D Coverage Affordability, Reliability and Ease-of-Use Cited as Primary Factors; Room for Improvement Exists with Open Enrollment, Plan Education Washington, D.C. With the future of Medicare top of mind for millions of Americas seniors and their families, a national survey released recently finds that nine out of 10 seniors are satisfied with their Medicare prescription drug coverage (Part D). The survey also shows that overall satisfaction with Part D has increased from 78 percent to 90 percent since the program was first implemented. Ninety-six percent report that their coverage works well, and nearly 3 in 4 seniors say it works very well. Conducted annually since 2006 by Medicare Today and KRC Research, the survey is the nations longest running public opinion survey of seniors views toward the Part D program. Its very rare to get nine out of 10 people to agree on anything, but Medicare Part D has sustained that level of acceptance and popularity, said Mary R. Grealy, Chairman of Medicare Today and President of the Healthcare Leadership Council. Beneficiaries view Part D as affordable, reliable and userfriendly. Its become an essential component of seniors healthcare. Other key findings: Seniors Depend on Part D: Eighty-four percent of seniors report that their outof-pocket drug costs would be much higher without Part D, and sixty-one percent would be unable to fill all of their prescriptions. Similarly, 53 percent would be more likely to cut back or stop taking medicine altogether. Dual Eligibles and Low-Income Seniors Give Part D High Marks: 91 percent of seniors earning less than $15,000 per year and 95 percent of those eligible for both Medicare and Medicaid report being satisfied with the program. Reliability Sees Greatest Improvement Since Implementation: Those feeling peace of mind by having Part D PAGE 9

coverage has increased 16 points (78 to 94 percent) since 2006. At the same time, those feeling frustrated has declined 8 percentage points over the past year. Part D Is a Bi-Partisan Proposition: Despite differences over a variety of domestic and foreign policy issues, Democratic and Republican seniors share a 90 percent satisfaction rate with their Part D coverage. Seniors Cite Multiple Reasons for Approval: More than 8 in 10 seniors report that their plan is predictable, affordable, reasonable, and offers good value. While satisfaction rates remain high, the survey finds that there is still an opportunity to educate seniors on the benefits of shopping around for another plan and many are unaware of the Medicare Plan Finder tool that allows seniors to compare Medicare prescription drug plans. Only once before in the history of this survey have we seen a 90 percent satisfaction rate and it is a testament to the strength of the program, said Mark Richards, senior vice president of KRC Research. At the same time, there is a significant opportunity to educate and empower millions of seniors who are happy with their coverage, but who are not yet focused on this years open enrollment and the flexibility to change plans. In August, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services projected that 2013 average monthly Part D premiums would remain near $30 for the third year in a row. This is significantly lower than a 2004 Medicare Trustees report that projected a $61 average monthly premium for 2013. For seniors who would like to sign up for a new Part D plan or change an existing plan, the Medicare Open Enrollment period runs from October 15 to December 7. Beneficiaries can get more information on Part D coverage by going to www.medicare.gov or by calling 1-800-MEDICARE.

Commissioner Staples awards $1.8 million in federal grants to improve production of crops Funding will help consumers access more quality Texas produce AUSTIN — Agriculture Commissioner Todd Staples has announced the Texas

Department of Agriculture has secured and awarded more than $1.8 million in federal funding to promote and develop Texas-grown specialty crops. The grants, funded through the USDA Specialty Crop Block Grant Program, will be awarded to 26 projects throughout the state. “The specialty crop funding will further improve the ability of Texas consumers to access food grown right here in Texas while giving Texas farmers access to the tools and resources needed to grow their businesses and improve the quality of their crops,” Commissioner Staples said. Specialty crops are defined as fruits and vegetables, dried fruit, tree nuts, horticulture and nursery crops, including floriculture. Texas ranks among the nation’s leaders in the production of many specialty crops, including citrus, onions, watermelons, pecans, grapes and others. The Specialty Crops Competitiveness Act of 2004 authorized USDA to help states enhance specialty crop competitiveness. The 26 projects being funded were chosen through a competitive grant application process administered by TDA. The selected projects specialize in several key areas, including: improved food safety; increased development of

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the specialty crops industry; increased marketing and promotion of Texasgrown produce; increased promotion and consumer awareness of the nutritional benefits of produce consumption; and increased protection of Texas specialty crops from plant pests and diseases. The following are some of the ways in which TDA will utilize the recent round of federal specialty crop funds: Partner with Texas Wine and Grape Growers Association to establish a series of grape-growing workshops. Partner with Texas Olive Oil Council to enhance consumers’ and growers’ awareness of Texas olives. Prevent the spread of citrus greening in Texas through research and containment measures performed by Texas A&M Kingsville. Partner with the Texas State Florists’ Association to increase awareness of local Texas florists through a high school design competition; and increase promotion and sales of local flower shops through increased media coverage. For more information about the Specialty Crop Block Grant Program and to view a complete list of funded projects, click here, or visit www.TexasAgriculture.gov and click on Grants/Funding.

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1926- 2012 We join with residents of California in mourning the loss of one of the state’s most remarkable leaders and a key figure in the founding of the Joint Center for Political and Economic Studies in 1970, the Honorable Mervyn Dymally. For more than 40 years, he embodied the notion that anyone who works hard and plays by

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the rules can realize the American Dream. A native of Trinidad, Congressman Dymally’s career in public service was marked by a series of “firsts.” He was the first African American to serve in the California Senate and became the first to hold statewide elective office when he became Lieutenant Governor. In the United States House of Representatives, he distinguished himself as a member of the House Foreign Relations Committee by championing the sanctions that helped end apartheid in South Africa. During his six terms in the House, he served as Chairman of the Congressional Black Caucus. Congressman Dymally was a mentor to a generation of California politicians and an inspiration to public servants and civic leaders across the country. We salute him for his lasting contributions. Congressman Dymally received his secondary education at St. Benedict and Naparima Secondary School located in San Fernando, Trinidad and moved to the United States to study journalism at Lincoln University in Jefferson City, Missouri. After a semester, he moved to Los Angeles where he eventually graduated from California State University, Los Angeles in 1954. He was a member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity.

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A SON’S LOVE BY CHERYL SMITH

“I have so much love for my mother that I don’t want anyone to suffer without information.” Bradie james is serious when he’s on the playing field and he is equally serious about breast cancer. In 2007 the professional football player founded an organization, Foundation 56,, to focus on breast cancer awareness and survival. Named after his number when he was a member of the Dallas Cowboys, the foundation is a tribute to his mother, who died of breast cancer. “I wanted to be a part of our community,” he explained, as he talked about his mother’s battle with cancer. “I have something that is so near and dear to me, because my mother dealt with it.” In addition to a number of ongoing programs, most recently Mr. James partnered with hip hop sensation and 1/3 third of the legendary female rap group Salt N Pepa’s, Spinderella, to raise funds for the charity. Whether its a fashion show, Zumba Lessons or visiting survivors, Mr. James’ Foundation is making big strides in Texas and joining with others to make a difference. “I am so excited that Spinderella is getting involved and partnering with our organization,” he said, during a recent interview where he talked about the fashion show fundraiser where Spinderella, who is also a radio personality, performed. “It is great to see people come together for a common goal.” Driven by passion and purpose, Mr. James is committed because he still recalls his mother’s battle and subsequent death. “I am just a son showing love for his mother,” he said. “I have so much love for my mother that I don’t want anyone to suffer without information. We try our best to get out and do things that are purposeful and meaningful and not just for show. We want to create awareness.” Although he started the foundation when he was a member of the Dallas Cowboys, the Louisiana native and graduate of Louisiana State University has since moved to Houston where he plays for the Houston Texans. Expressing his love for Dallas, where the Foundation is based, Mr. James said it was important to keep the foundation going and also expanding activities to other cities. PAGE 12

Working with survivors has been very rewarding, he said, while also acknowledging that he often finds himself talking about personal topics with women. Not one to buckle under pressure, Mr. James said that he realizes that while he is talking about a sensitive subject, candid talks are just what is needed. “I try to meet the women where they are,” he said. “To talk about breast cancer is one thing. Women are drawn to me because of my mother and I speak to them as if I am talking to my mother.” Admittedly the first time he spoke to a group comprised mostly of women, he found the situation “ kinda surreal, because I could imagine if we had what we have today, if my mom had had it, we would have had a better understanding and she might still be here.” Mr. James appears to be on a mission as he spreads the word and encourages woman to do self examinations and when they reach a certain age, go for mammograms. He doesn’t want to hear excuse or long drawn-out explanations for not taking care of your health. There’s no getting around him either. He said that when he and his wife found out that his mother-in-law was not going for regular mammograms, he had to have a serious talk with her.

“We (he and his wife, Star) couldn’t believe it and we had a fairly candid chat,” he said, as he informed his mother-in-law that “whatever the reason, you will get tested!” The key is early detection,” he continued. “The push is on for women to start mammogram exams at 40.” Mr. James said he has noticed that people are becoming more conscious of self exams and the importance of getting checked out. Still there are obstacles that some women face and he wants to be a source of support. “Lack of insurance, tough economic times, and privacy are a few of the issues that arise when talking to women about taking care of their health. “I think everyone is so private, especially about their health,” he said, adding message he wants women and men to listen to, “When it comes to health--don’t worry about being invasive.” Since its inception the impact Foundation 56 has had is especially significant in South Louisiana and North Texas. Well over half a million dollars has been raised to contribute to funding mobile mammogram units, funding a resource center, proving transportation services to women in need of physical therapy, chemotherapy and radiation treatment. Anxiously awaiting his second child, Mr. James still finds time to devote to Foundation 56. And his work doesn’t stop there as he serves as a health ambassador with GlaxoSmithKline and works with at-risk youth through the Heroes Foundation. He has also opened a breast cancer resource center at Dallas’ Methodist Hospital. He wants women to understand that they have support and no matter how uncomfortable the process is, it is important for their survival. “There’s a consciousness that we have to tap into,” he pointed out, as he talked about understanding that the exams are not a pleasant experience. “You have to decide whether you want a couple of seconds of being uncomfortable or a lifetime of comfort with your family and loved ones.”

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Something Natural with Deborah Chambers Tune in to Deborah on Blog TalkRadio for - "Something Natural...Aromatherapy to Enhance Everyday Living" Tuesdays, 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Central Time. Deborah said she is “truly excited about this opportunity, because it is an important part of my dream to spread the knowledge of aromatherapy and natural approaches for a healthy life.” Operating under the umbrella of Cheryl's World, you may access the show one of two ways:

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Aromatherapy and Healing – Geranium Is Not Just A Pretty Flower Aromatherapy is the use of essential oils to help the body heal itself. It has been used for thousands of years and is the basis for modern day pharmacology. Essential oils are the natural extracts obtained from aromatic plants. They have antiinflammatory, pain relieving, as well as anti-bacterial properties to name a few. It is widely recognized as an extremely effective form of complementary medicine, and is in no way intended to replace the treatment of a licensed medical practitioner. Essential oils are extremely potent, and should be used with care or under the direction of a certified Aromatherapist. A few drops of an essential oil go a long way. In almost every case, they should be diluted for use with a base, such as sweet almond, sesame, or apricot seed oils. When stored in a cool place away from light, essential oils remain effective for months, and in some cases – years. There are many essential oils that are especially useful in the maturing years. Geranium is one of the best. Circulation, particularly in the hands and feet, can be a problem for the aging. Blended with a base oil, it can be used as an effective body rub to improve circulation. Rub it from the hands to the elbow and from the foot to the knee. PAGE 13

Geranium is one of the best revitalizing oils for mature skin. It improves the texture of the skin making it firmer and smoother. It is good for broken capillaries, eczema, and heals bruises and skin abrasions. The same body rub for improving circulation can also be used over the entire body to tone the skin. Aromatherapy packs a double punch when used on the skin. It is easily absorbed through the skin, and the olfactory organ, or your sense of smell uses its aroma. The distinctive aroma of geranium has its own healing properties. It is a natural anti-depressant and lifts your spirits. Many side effects come with all of the prescription drugs available in today’s market. Synthetic chemicals have toxins that can damage major organs such as the liver, kidney, and heart. Aromatherapy is a tried-and-true method that is pure and natural. Essential oils do not remain in the body, and leave no toxins behind. The majesty of the plant world extends further than the eye can see. Geranium is one of those plants. It is not just a pretty flower. For more information, call (972) 871-7441 Deborah Long Chambers, Certified Aromatherapist CEO, Designs for Living Comfortably www.livingcomfortably.com !

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Mark your calendar October 13 Operation Christmas Child speaker Tatiana Woods will share how a simple shoe box gift changed her life and how Dallas residents can touch the lives of needy children around the world. Once an orphan living in Russia, Woods now lives in America and travels sharing her story of how receiving a shoe box gift has such a great impact on the lives of needy children worldwide. Dallas residents will gather to celebrate the estimated thousands of gift-filled shoe boxes that will be collected from Dallas residents this year for needy kids. The events will take place at Trinity Bible Church at 3 p.m. on Oct. 13, and Tatiana will be speaking at the Sunday morning service at Royal Haven Baptist Church at 10:45 a.m. and the Sunday evening high school group at Watermark Community Church at 5:30 p.m. on Oct. 14. PAINT RUN! at Bachman Lake, Dallas, TX, 10:00am-1:00pm. At this 5K and 1K fun run/walk, everyone gets covered in colored, edible PAINT!

October 14 Cher Winkley 10:30am God's Holy Tabernacle 5757 Samuel Blvd. Ste. 100 Dallas, TX 75228

October 15 Mikki Taylor, Essence Magazine’s Editor-at-Large, will host the Humanitarian Hands Charities “What if…?” gala event October 13, 2012, at the Hotel Intercontinental Dallas, 15201 Dallas Parkway in Addison. The gala event is the premier fundraising and awareness event for the organization, which sheds light on the issues surrounding Ugandan orphaned youth. The event kicks off at 5:30 p.m. with a V.I.P. reception and cocktail hour, followed by a dinner and silent auction featuring art work from Africa. Entertainment will be provided by Fort Worth’s award winning jazz artist Tatiana Mayfield & Band. Learn how to build your own website with WORDPRESS 6:30 PM To 8:30 PM Pan-African Connection 828 Fourth Ave., Dallas, TX Price: $10.00/per person

How to Develop a Strong Personal Brand to Influence Your Business Image 6pm-8pm Last Call Studio by Neiman Marcus in Plano, TX with Celebrity Stylist Stephanie James will be on hand for personal shopping to purchase items to support your Personal Brand. Join Stephanie Johnson, CEO of Bed Rest Concierge as she hosts the last Social Networking to Build Your Brand event for 2012. This event will focus on understanding how your personal brand influences your corporate image and the affects on business perception. Featured Speaker Whitney Walker is an award winning eco product designer who has been CEO of The Antique Drapery Rod Company since 1992 and CEO of Anna Sova Home since 2004. In the last 25 years she has sold over $140 million and has been featured in O Magazine and Oprah’s Favorite Things. Tickets are $25, with all net proceeds donated to Diaper Drive To Change, a diaper bank benefitting the babies and toddlers of North Texas.

October 18 Entrepreneur Peggy Edge is coming to Th3rd Thursday Champion's Luncheon @12:00noon at Edison’s.

October 19 Let’s Elevate, a Richardson, TX based non-profit, is presenting a scholarship dinner and dance at the Doubletree Hotel, Richardson TX. The event will take place from 7:00 p.m. – midnight. Willis Johnson of KKDA-AM will be the speaker

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The brothers of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. - Alpha Sigma Lambda Chapter will host its 2012 C.C. Russeau Black & Gold Scholarship Gala at the Sheraton Hotel located in Downtown Dallas, TX. This event will honor local community leaders, recognize scholarship awardees, and celebrate 80 years of services to the DFW area.

The Society of Women Who Love Shoes is donating shoes for New Beginning Center. The shoes will be sold from 6pm-8pm at Providence Place Bridal Boutique at 2065 Summer Lee Suite 101, Rockwall, TX 75032 at The Harbor. 100% of thesale of shoes will go to New Beginning Center

************ Autumn Days in Ennis Fall Festival will be held October 20th from 10 am-4 pm in Ennis. This free event will primarily be held on NW Main St., W. Knox Street, and N. Dallas Street in downtown Ennis. ****************

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Touch-A-Truck 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Valley View Center at Dallas Midtown 13331 Preston Rd. in Dallas East parking lot off Preston (enter on Dilbeck Ln.) Entry fee: $5/person; $15 for four people Entry fee covers all activities. Tickets can be purchased at the event entrance.

October 21 "If not for Grace" Women's Day Celebration W/ Cher Winkley 3:30pm St. Paul Lutheran Church 5725 South Marsalis Ave. Dallas, TX 75241

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Transportation Summit at Hitt Auditorium of Methodist Hospital. This breakfast meeting will feature an in-depth look at transportation issues in the Dallas region, the future of transportation funding and other changes anticipated in the upcoming legislative session, as well as expansion plans for DART. Hitt Auditorium - Methodist Hospital 1441 N. Beckley Ave. Dallas, TX 75203 Tickets are $15 for members, $20 for prospective members. “A Year of Living and Giving” Dr. Sheron C. Patterson’s breast cancer fundraiser. Please join us for a night of great food, fun and fellowship to raise funds for “A Year of Living and Giving”

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October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month Join New Beginning Center in a Candlelight Vigil remembering those lost to domestic violence, at 6:45 p.m. downtown Garland Square at Main & 6th in Front of Garland Civic Theater. There will be speakers and songs.

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October 26 AFRICA FASHION WEEK DALLAS Friday, October 26, 2012 at 6:00 PM - to Sunday, October 28, 2012 at 11:00 PM (CDT) Texas Star Event Facility/ Hilton Lincoln Center Dallas, Texas 11621 Reeder Rd Dallas, TX 75229 ********* Heart Healthy Cook-Off Contest 7pm – 9pm Bachman Recreational Center 2750 Bachman Drive, Dallas, TX 75220 Calling All Chefs and Kitchen Divas! Enter your favorite Heart Healthy Dish gluten-free, sugar-free, fat-free, or vegetarian Register at http://healthyheartcompetition.eventbrite.com

October 27 Fall Festival of Praise Homeland Street Missionary Baptist 3636 Navaro Street Dallas, Texas 75212 Donald D. Beck, Pastor As an alternative to Halloween the members of the Homeland Street M.B.C. family present the Fall Festival of Praise 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm ***** Huffhines Art Trails Festival will be held from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Oct. 27-28, rain or shine. The event features a wide variety of visual and performing arts, food and drinks, and children's activities, including a built-in playground, hay bale maze and scavenger hunt called the "Huffhines Hunt," CONGRESSWOMAN EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON PRESENTS 2012 COMMUNITY APPRECIATION DAY 11 AM – 1:30 PM SOUTHWEST CENTER MALL 3662 WEST CAMP WISDOM ROAD DALLAS, TX 75237 ● FOOD AND DRINKS ● LIVE MUSIC & PERFORMANCES

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Dallas Xplosion's Definition DJ ERock & Hip Hop Government's Chris Keith will host an appreciation party! The community is invited to come out to meet local politicians and leaders on this night. The appreciation party is free and open to the public at Bellagio's, 1701 Lamar-Dallas, Tx

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2nd Year Anniversary with the smooth, soulful sounds of Will Downing at 6pm Hosted by Lynne Haze and Rudy V at Fair Park Music Hall 901 First Avenue, Dallas Texas Networking & Cocktails at 5pm Concert at 7pm Networking After Dark at 9pm for more jazz and entertainment

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GAAP Grant Writing Training Workshop, New Birth MB Church, 3700 W. Risinger Rd., Ft, Worth, TX 76123. For add info contact Patricia Banks @ (817) 980-3703 or www.godanswersallprayers.org.

Texas College (2404 North Grand Ave., Tyler, Texas 75702). The fee for this event is $75 per business/organizational

participant. Please be aware that space is limited and on a first come, first serve basis. Therefore early registration is crucial. If you plan to attend, please reserve your table by October 25, 2012. Lunch will be offered to participants. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us at (903) 593-8311 ext. 2277 or by email at ameyers@texascollege.edu.

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23rd Annual Sisterhood Luncheon The Fort Worth Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc Will host their 23rd Annual Sisterhood Luncheon, 11:00am on 2012 at the Radisson Hotel Fossil Creek. Theme:" Leadership Accountability" Some diverse elected officials will be on the panel. For more information Contact: DeborahCuffee@tx.rr.com / 817-999-6118

Taste of Lancaster and Business Expo on 11 am--3:30 pm. Lancaster Recreation Center’s Grand Hall,1700 Veterans Memorial Pkwy, Lancaster, TX 75134.

November 21 Gift of Lights, a holiday spectacular drive-thru show featuring more than two million LED lights, will open to the public November 21st and will run through January 6, 2013. Visitors will enjoy more than 600 unique and exciting holiday displays across 1.7 miles at Texas Motor Speedway (3545 Lone Star Circle, Fort Worth).

December 6 Dallas Peace Center 26th Annual Peacemaker Awards Dinner Thursday, December 6, 2012

November 8 R. Kelly (Single Ladies Tour) w/ Special Guest Tamia | 7:30PM Verizon Theatre at Grand Prairie 1001 Performance Place, Grand Prairie, TX 75050

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Winston-Salem State Rams

6-0

Alabama A&M Bulldogs

6-0

Tennessee State Tigers

6-0

Bethune-Cookman Wildcats

4-2

Alabama State Hornets

4-2

Howard Bison

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Tuskegee Crimson Pipers

4-1

UAPB Lions

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Miles Golden Bears

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Morgan State Bears

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Blasted Johnson C. Smith 63-7. Next Up: Showdown with Saint Augustine’s. Shut out Mississippi Valley 35-0. Next Up: Host Alcorn State. Beat Eastern Kentucky 23-20. Next Up: At Southeast Missouri. Beat North Carolina A&T 28-12. Next Up: Host Norfolk State. Blitzed Texas Southern 45-0. Next Up: Host underachieving Jackson State. Edged FAMU 17-10. Next Up: Visit North Carolina A&T. Clipped Morehouse 21-14. Next Up: Showdown with Stillman. Got back on track with 34-24 win over Jackson State 34-24: Next Up: Off. Beat Clark 28-7. Next Up: Visit Kentucky State. Blew up Savannah State 45-6. Next Up: Showdown with NC Central.

Wings To Go/USN Black College Football 2012 Poll: Week 6 Dropped Out of Top 10: Norfolk State. Teams receiving Consideration: Bowie State, Elizabeth City State, Fort Valley State, North Carolina Central, Saint Augustine’s, and Stillman. The Wings To Go/USN Black College Poll is compiled by John Posey, Henry Bailey and a network of local associates. Contact us at urbansportsnews@yahoo.com or 214-929-8573. Copyright 2012, Urban Sports News. All Rights Reserved.

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You Baby)" and numerous others. Franklin also performed some jazz standards and some of her favorite gospel songs. She performed a special tribute to the late Whitney Houston with her rendition of "I Will Always Love You." Franklin said that Houston was "one of the finest singers who ever stepped in front of a microphone. She was my Christian sister." This fall, Franklin continues her busy tour schedule, including East Coast dates at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (November 10) and the Westchester County Center (November 13).

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Keymah inducted into Black College Hall of Fame Los Angeles, CA -Actress T'Keyah Crystal Keymáh joins several other HBCU alums inducted into the National Black College Alumni Hall of Fame for 2012 during the organization's 26th Annual Weekend Conference in Atlanta, GA. Other 2012 honorees include Floyd Gordon (Arts), Michael Straham (Athletics), John Funny (Business), Dr. Velma Speight-Buford, Rev. Dr. Shirley Ann Caesar, and Dr. Arthur E. Thomas (Lifetime Achievement). Past Entertain-ment inductees, include Leontyne Price, Roscoe Lee Browne, Nancy Wilson and Oprah Winfrey. "It is humbling," Ms. Keymáh said, "to be in such company." The Atlanta trip was a break from rehearsals for the ever youthful Chicago native's 50th birthday celebration of song, dance, poetry, drama and comedy, in An Evening with T'Keyah Crystal Keymáh & Friends. This extravaganza will be held Saturday, October 13, 2012 at St. Sabina Academy, 7801 S. Throop St. in Chicago. Show time is 8:00 p.m. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. A fundraiser for the school, the event will also recognize four other organizations working to promoting peace and productivity in the south side neighborhoods where the performer was raised. Among those joining her on stage: Broadway performer Bryan C. Jones,

funny man Tim P.M., the Najwa Dance Corps, Clarence Boykins and The Cool School, Inc., and more. Visit http:// keymahbirthdaybenefit.brownpaperticket s.com for more information, or call (800) 848-3006. "I can't think of a better way to celebrate this milestone birthday than to be in my hometown performing on one of my very first stages, raising money for my school and community, being a part of the peace process and hanging out with family and friends!" Ms. Keymáh, a graduate of Florida A&M University and a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., is known worldwide as a series regular on Fox's Emmy Award-winning In Living Color, CBS' hit, COSBY, and Disney's That's So Raven. Keymáh's stage performances have included Love Letters (w/ David Alan Grier); her acclaimed one-woman show, Some of My Best Friends; the Moscow production of John Henry Redwood's drama, The Old Settler; August Wilson's Piano Lesson; and T'Keyah Live...Mostly. Ms. Keymáh directed the world premiere of the stage production Route 66: Finding Nat King Cole, and served with actor Lamman Rucker as Celebrity Co-Chair, of the 2011 National Black Theatre Festival.

2013 Hall of Fame Nomination Forms Available Nomination forms for the 2013 Hall of Fame are now available. You may assist by submitting one or more individuals who have earned the right to be publicly recognized and honored for worthy

contributions to education in the Dallas area. You may obtain nomination forms at the African American Museum; 3536 Grand Avenue; Dallas, Texas 75215 and the Post Tribune; 2726 South Beckley Avenue; Dallas, Texas 75224. You may also go to www.aaeahp.org to download the application form or you may submit the nomination form electronically. The downloaded completed application form should be mailed to P.O. Box 411091, Dallas, Texas 75241 and postmarked on or before the deadline date of November 30, 2012. An induction ceremony will be conducted to honor educators and others who have made significant contributions to the African American Education experience in Dallas County on April 13, 2012. Lunch will be served. Tickets are $50 each The Archives and History Program was initiated in 2002 to create a repository of artifacts, documents and visual images to chronicle the education of African Americans in Dallas County. Working with the African American Museum, considerable progress has been made in receiving items for the archives. This includes: collecting documents/ other memorabilia, engaging in research, conducting oral history interviews and presenting nine Hall of Fame Programs. Dr. Alfred Roberts, President of the Archives and History Program states, “This group continues to work to ensure that this annual Education Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony sets a standard of excellence to be maintained in years to come.” For more information about this event, and how you may support and attend the 2013 Hall of Fame Program, please call Mr. Robert Price at 214-376-4816, Ms.

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Former First Lady Laura Bush to chair the Big Read Dallas Dallas, TX—The Friends of the Dallas Public Library (FoDPL) and D M a g a z i n e ’s n e w leadership group, D Academy, has announced that Former First Lady Laura Bush has agreed to serve as Honorary Chair of The Big Read Dallas. “The Big Read Dallas combines three of my passions: literacy, libraries, and Dallas,” says Former First Lady Laura Bush. “My hope is that everyone in Dallas will pick up a good book and read, and I'm thrilled that The Big Read Dallas will begin with Ray Bradbury's classic Fahrenheit 451.” This summer, the FoDPL and D Academy received a grant from the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) to host The Big Read Dallas during the month of April 2013. The Big Read is an initiative of the NEA to restore reading to the center of American culture. “The Big Read has been an enormous success in other markets, such as Chicago and San Francisco, which have made citywide reading experiences annual events,” said Christine Allison, president, D Magazine Partners, and underwriter of D Academy.

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In our library New book claims to reveal what Democrats are hiding from African American voters

Tulsa, OK (BlackNews.com) -- With less than 30 days to the election, AfricanAmericans are a significant voting block that is necessary to either candidate in order to win. With the first black president up for reelection, has this become an election only about race or about principle and beliefs? According to Janice Ponds, author of Stealing the Minds of America, the Democrats pray it is on race alone and that the truth of their history will remain hidden. "I was shocked when I discovered that it was the Democrats who instituted the Dred Scott decision which declared my race, the black people, as non citizens," states Ponds. "The Democrats were also the ones who created the Jim Crow laws to deprive us of our voting and civil rights! These are historically documented facts. So why are we supporting the very party that has tried to silence us?" In her book, Ponds shares what she calls "fact after fact" that the Democrats Support Black -owned bookstores

hope to bury from the past, but it doesn't stop there. She comments, "I learned that the Ku Klux Klan was formed by the Democrats in an effort to prevent African-American leaders from being elected to political office after slavery was abolished and that Planned Parenthood, which was created by Margaret Sanger, was started NOT to help women, but for what was called "The Negro Project". Of the project, Sanger made the statement, 'colored people are like human weeds and are to be exterminated.' Sanger has been successful in her quest." said Ponds, "as 45% of abortions in America are on black babies and our race has decreased from 13% of the population to

history in a straightforward uncompromising manner abandoned in recent years. Knowing who we were in the past affects who we are today, and how we behave in the future. All who want to live their lives by God's standards will benefit from Stealing the Minds of America." -- Dave Barton, Founder of WallBuilders, Inc. (named as one of the top 25 Evangelical Leaders in America by Time Magazine.)

New book debunks old myths; reveals dos and don'ts to finding/marrying "Mr. Right" --

12% since 1973..a number that will continue to decrease if nothing changes. We are being exterminated by the very party that states they are for us, but are they really?" In Stealing the Minds of America: The Obama Administration - bonus chapters, Ponds debunks the theory that the Democrats have changed from their early days. Instead, she provides ongoing information to show that while the Democrats court the black vote, she believes the love affair ends there. According to Ponds, her book is a must for all truth-seekers who vote. WHAT OTHERS ARE SAYING: "When God records history in the Bible, He shows the good, the bad, and the ugly. God always presents the unvarnished truth, and Janice has faithfully followed the model in Stealing the Minds of America, presenting black

Chicago, IL (BlackNews.com) -- Over the past few years, several major media outlets have featured news stories about the crisis in Black marriage. One of the most staggering statistics those stories revealed is that a whopping 42% of Black women have never been married. So why are Black women having such a difficult time finding a mate and why does this problem seem to be as bad or worse among women in the church? "For the unmarried Christian woman, much of the problem has to do with what they've been taught in the church," says Pastor Ira J. Acree the author of In Pursuit of Mr. Right. Acree heads St. John Bible Church on Chicago's Westside and has counseled hundreds of couples and singles over the

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years. Acree adds that much of the Bible has been mis-interpreted when it comes to whether women should even engage in the act of pursuing a man. He also says women must uphold certain rules of engagement during their search for "Mr. Right." "Too many women are trapped by tradition," says Acree. "They think that making the first move implies that you are desperate or less of a lady and that is simply not true," he adds. In the book, Acree goes on to give vivid examples of women icons from the bible that went after the men they wanted and got them. There are also some old school traditions however that Acree says women would be wise to adhere to if they want to find a lasting love. "Resist the urge to give up the goodies' to quickly because easy women rarely get chosen by kings,'' Acree quips. In Pursuit of Mr. Right combines biblical wisdom with real-world wit and honesty. "The goal is to help today's women stop making common yet massive mistakes

that keep them from finding, marrying and keeping their "Mr. Right," Acree said.

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