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Woman of the Year and for all seasons! Floristene Johnson with Iota Phi Lambda - Psi Chapter President Daphne Hornbuckle

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Message to the People... Make every day a great one!

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This is a wonderful time of year for many. Actually, they Cheryl Smith proclaim it the “best time of the year.” Then there are those who consider this the loneliest time of year -- a depressing time when they fall into a funk because they are remembering loved ones who have passed on or they don’t have money or resources to give their loved ones gifts for Christmas. Recently on Twitter, journalist Roland Martin urged followers to avoid stressing during this time of year. He talked about the importance of family and being with loved ones and cautioned against getting caught up in all the hype. I can understand the excitement surrounding the season. It is a beautiful time of year and I love the colors, the lights, music and beautiful decorations. I even find myself singing Christmas Carols, or some of the favorite tunes that my mother used to have us listen to as children. I also remember some of the sad times that I have experienced: December was not only the month that my Grandfather, Father and Godmother died; it was also during this month that other significant people have transitioned. For some reason, this time of year is also a time of reflection, which for some, leads to depression; while for others there is hope. Many see this as a time for loved ones, to get together with family. And that is great, if you have a family. We can’t forget the many who are alone, as well as the less fortunate. It would be wonderful, to me, if the giving spirit that I see could continue year round. While there have been instances of violence in shopping malls and there’s always a thief on the prowl; there are also some generous souls who believe in helping the less fortunate. Please remember that just like we pay attention to HIV/AIDS on World AIDS Day and the next day those living with HIV/AIDS are still here and in need of a cure; between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day (the last day of Kwanzaa), we are kinder, gentler and generous, but on January 2 and throughout the year we need to try being nicer and more supportive. After all, some of those same families in need of coats in December are in need of when the temperatures are soaring during the summer months. And throughout the year, you can still hold the elevator door open, say “excuse me” or “thanks” and leave a larger tip. Yes, for many this is the best time of the year, but why can’t we make every day wonderful

Cheryl A good head and a good heart are always a formidable combination. Nelson Mandela !

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Harming the weak at Christmas By Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson

Recently, Congress passed a tough budget agreement that set the funding levels of government for the next two years. This agreement addressed several issues, but also left 1.3 million Americans looking for work without the support of unemployment insurance during this holiday season. While the proposed agreement that was recently passed in the House does seek to end some of the cuts to programs that benefit senior citizens, students and middle class families, it fails to address a dilemma faced by many of our fellow citizens who have fallen on hard times during this recovering economy. On December 28th 1.3 million Americans receiving federal unemployment insurance are scheduled to be cut oﬀ. It is irresponsible and unconscionable that Republicans in the House of Representatives decided not to take action before they left Washington for the year. It is so contrary to the Christmas spirit to ask people to face the dawn of a new year without knowing how they are going to pay their

mortgages, their rents, their car notes or their grocery bills. Our economy continues to be at the mercy of these Republican-created crises, and only a longterm, responsible, and balanced budget agreement will provide certainty and stability. A

partisan body said that extending unemployment insurance would result in increased consumer spending and job growth in our nation.

Hon. Eddie Bernice Johnson

The insensitivity and lack of empathy that is pervasive throughout the House GOP is denying protection for unemployed job seekers

What we are witnessing is simply another war on the poor and the defenseless. I, for one, will not allow these attacks to go without comment and counter-action, especially during a season that is associated with peace, love and joy. meaningful budget proposal should create jobs, protect families, and boost our economy which has been steadily growing under the leadership of President Obama. Extending insurance to the unemployed would actually benefit our economy, according to the Congressional Budget Oﬃce. In a recently released report, the non-

in the budget. That same lack of empathy is also driving those same members to demand draconian cuts to nutrition assistance programs that support working mothers, children, and families. If they have their way, nearly 4 million men, women and children will be denied access to the supplemental nutrition assistance

program (SNAP). School children from needy families that receive free school lunches would also be adversely aﬀected. Many of the members of Congress who are suggesting such cuts quote from scripture to justify their positions. I, however, cannot find a single passage in scripture that justifies their proposals. Their positions are simply mean-spirited, unsympathetic and wrong. They are void of compassion, and do not seek to help people. In fact, their interest is in punishing those who they believe do not share their political beliefs, and who do not support their political party. What we are witnessing is simply another war on the poor and the defenseless. I, for one, will not allow these attacks to go without comment and counteraction, especially during a season that is associated with peace, love and joy. We cannot aﬀord to forget those people who are searching for work. We must ensure that their Christmas season is as joyous as those who are blessed to have job security.

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Application deadline approaching State Senator Royce West announces the application process for the Dr. Emmett J. Conrad Leadership Program has begun. Since 1993, the program has provided paid summer employment for more than 2,100 students who live in District 23. The deadline for online applications for the 2014 Dr. Emmett J. Conrad Leadership Program is December 31, 2013. Highly motivated college students from Senatorial District 23 are matched with internships, mentors, character and skills building experiences, and community service projects/programs that will change their lives. "The program continues Dr. Conrad's vision that all students, regardless of race, age, creed, color, religion, sex, etc., should be afforded every opportunity to obtain a quality education and then be able to use this education to secure financially and professionally rewarding employment," said Senator West. As a Conrad intern, students gain invaluable work experience and transfer that practicum back into the classroom. Most interns remain in the program for several years, even while pursuing postgraduate degrees. Many have gained permanent employment with companies they have interned with, entities like Texas Instruments, the Texas Department of Criminal Justice, AT&T and the Texas Department of Transportation, to name a few. Three former interns are now medical students at the UT Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas. The class of 2013 had 147 interns. They were assigned to jobs at hospitals, city, county and state agencies, law, accounting and architectural firms and area corporations. For the second year, we placed an intern with the Dallas Cowboys and another with the Texas Rangers; a first! This 2013 luncheon speaker was the Honorable Shirley Franklin - former Atlanta mayor and incoming visiting professor at the University of Texas - LBJ School of Public Affairs. She challenged interns telling them that "the world now belongs to them and if change is to take place, they must be the ones to do it." The process is highly COMPETITIVE and membership indeed has its privileges. Potential applicants should review the criteria and if they meet ALL the criteria, apply through the site by Tuesday, December 31, 2013. MANDATORY ORIENTATION is scheduled for Saturday, January 4, 2014 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and Selection Committee Interviews will be conducted January 6 -10, 2014. (If a student is returning to school before the orientation and/or interviews, special arrangements can be made once documentation of early departure is provided, i.e. airline ticket/itinerary, 2014 spring school schedule, etc.) Criterion for consideration in the program is: Current enrollment as a full-time student at a 4-year college/ university as an undergraduate or graduate student or enrolled at a medical, dental or professional school Minimum Overall 2.25 GPA (no exception) First priority given to applicants with permanent residence in Senatorial District 23 (central and southernmost parts of Dallas, Cedar Hill, Cockrell Hill, DeSoto, Duncanville, Glenn Heights, Grand Prairie, Hutchins, Irving, Lancaster, and Mesquite) Complete and submit online application (Log on to: www.conradleadership.com) Provide two professional references Provide official college transcript including fall 2013 grades (to be sent once you return to school) Submit 250 word essay entitled "Why is An Internship Important?" Professional formatted, electronic version of your resume' in Word format Community service/volunteerism reference "Students from all across District 23 and surrounding areas with varied degree backgrounds are recruited. We want them to know that there are possibilities for summer employment in various fields. The doors of opportunity will not be closed to them because they don't have degree related employment experience," added Senator West. PAGE 4

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STATEMENT BY DONNELL SPIVEY President, National Association of Real Estate Brokers) on Confirmation of Mel Watt as new Director of FHFA WASHINGTON -- The National Association of Real Estate Brokers (NAREB) applauds the confirmation by the U.S. Senate of former Congressman Mel Watt as the new director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA). The importance of his appointment cannot be overstated. We believe the wisdom demonstrated by President Obama in selecting Mel Watt Mr. Watt for this position, signals a return to the founding missions of the two government-sponsored enterprises (GSEs) Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, established to enhance the availability of credit for affordable home purchase. Mr. Watt takes the helm of FHFA at a critical moment. While the nation's economic turmoil appears to be ebbing, countless Americans in general, and minorities in particular, have lost their homes, or believe they can no longer afford to purchase a home. NAREB whose mission is Democracy in Housing advocates for fairness in the marketplace and is counting on a chief regulator who understands the balance that must be kept to ensure the safety and the stability of the capital marketplace, but also the obligation to protect and preserve the right of affordable and sustainable homeownership for all of our Americans. NAREB's congratulations are based upon Mr. Watt's 20-year track record as a member of the U.S. House of Representatives' Financial Services Committee where he stood as a strong and constant voice for affordable housing. We also applaud his record of protecting consumers against abusive financial practices, and his unwavering push against deceptive mortgage products. With this as backdrop, NAREB extends our unqualified support for Mel Watt as the new top housing regulator as head of FHFA. We believe he is the right person at the right time with the full vision to bring back into balance the FHFA mission to "ensure that the housing GSEs operate in a safe and sound manner so that they serve as a reliable source of liquidity and funding for housing finance and community investment."

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Students from Urban League recognized with scholarships, tablets by Aio Wireless’™ “30 Days, 30 Dreams” Transitioning to college will be a little bit easier for 30 Dallas/Fort Worth-area students as they each received a $1,000 college scholarship, a tablet and the opportunity to take a lap around the Texas Motor Speedway racetrack, courtesy of Aio Wireless’ 30 Days, 30 Dreams” program. Designed to recognize future leaders in local communities, 30 Days, 30 Dreams enables Aio to collaborate with community-based organizations to identify the deserving recipients. Pictured, at an awards presentation held recently at the Texas Motor Speedway, are students from the Urban League of Greater Dallas and North Central Texas, and Aio Wireless Marketing Manager Christian Lozano. (Not pictured are scholarship recipients from the Concilio and the YMCA of Greater Dallas.) Aio continues the celebration of inspiration and achievement by highlighting the dreams and aspirations of the scholarship recipients on its Instagram and Facebook pages. For more information visit www.aiowireless.com, www.facebook.com/aiowireless and www.twitter.com/aiowireless.

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Nine Surprising Tips to Improve Your Charitable Giving By Eric Friedman

combination with assessing the eﬀectiveness of their programs.

Every year around this time, millions

of Americans reach into their pockets and give generously to charity. It makes us feel good, and it does good. But it doesn’t do as much good as it could. It shouldn’t be surprising that most people don’t do extensive research to identify the highest performing charities. But what many people don’t realize is how frequently conventional wisdom and intuition lead people in the wrong direction. This article presents nine important, but often overlooked ways to increase the impact of your giving. Give to three or fewer charities. Make large donations to a small number of groups where you have the most conviction. Giving smaller donations to many good charities spreads your resources thin, whereas focusing your giving where it matters most will concentrate your funds to those you believe will achieve the greatest results. Don’t let overhead costs dictate your choice of charities. Nobody wants their donations to be wasted on excessive overhead costs, but overcompensating by selecting the charities because they have the lowest overhead costs is a surefire way to give to mediocre charities. Overhead costs are necessary for most charities to be healthy and productive. Do you really want to give to charities that skimp on things like modern computer systems that perform everyday tasks eﬃciently, competitive salaries that attract and retain talented staﬀ, and evaluations that look for areas to improve their programs? Me neither. Don’t be fooled by charity rating agencies that give top ratings to those with low overhead without regard to the quality of their programs. There is a role for looking at overhead costs in charity evaluations, but only in

Don’t limit your giving to just helping people like you. Many people are most generous with charities that help people who have something in common with them; they give to the universities they attended, the churches where they worship, the medical causes that have touched their lives, or the homeless shelters in their home town. This may be a good strategy if your primary goal is to help people like you, but it is probably not the best approach if you want to do the most good for the most people. A better approach is to be open to a broader set of causes and charities. Give to organizations that provide effective solutions cheaply. Many nonprofits actually brag about how inefficient their solutions are, and donors often respond. For example, private universities tell prospective donors how expensive they are when asking for scholarship funds. Hospitals often remind donors how expensive healthcare is. Is spending $250,000 per person for a four-year degree or $7,000 per patient per day really the best use of donor money? Certainly private universities and hospitals do good work, but the fact that their solutions are so expensive lowers the bar for other organizations that might offer cheaper solutions. I’m not suggesting that all private universities are less worthy of donations than different types of schools or other types of nonprofits, but certainly organization with the more expensive solution have a higher burden to prove their efficiency. Give to people in distant countries. This surprises, and even offends many people, as we still have plenty of problems right here in America. However, there can be no denying that we are one of the wealthiest countries in the world, and

many countries have much more desperate problems. As examples, we have virtually eradicated diseases like malaria and tuberculosis, nearly every American has access to clean drinking water, and we have a literacy rate approaching 100%. This wasn’t always the case, but we solved these problems decades ago. Nevertheless, many people in other parts of the world still suffer from them. And the solutions are known, effective and cheap—for example, research has proven that it is much cheaper to save lives by distributing mosquito nets in Africa to prevent malaria than to provide chemotherapy to cure cancer. This issue is not whether donors want to help people in America versus other countries, but that giving money to the poorest countries in the world can provide so much more help. Prefer development over disaster relief. The victims of disasters like earthquakes, tsunamis and hurricanes are among the most needy people in the world. However, it’s important for donors to keep in mind that 19,000 children die every day of preventable causes—mostly a lack of nutrition and basic medical care in poor countries. While it would be wonderful if there were enough resources to provide all the help that all of these people need, that isn’t the case. So priorities must be set and tradeoffs must be made. Major disasters often get so much media attention that they receive more donations than can be utilized effectively, and it is extremely difficult to help people in those areas because the local roads and other infrastructure is often destroyed. In contrast, many programs designed to reduce the 19,000 children who die of preventable causes every day are already up and running efficiently, and ready to be expanded with more donor funds. Is it heartless to not contribute to disaster relief efforts? Maybe, but I think it is less shameful than to ignore the daily 19,000. Prioritize giving to known healthcare solutions over unpromising research. Research has the potential to be very beneficial, and charitable giving can often accelerate its progress. However, not all research is promising. Many people are so inspired to “find a cure” for an illness that has affected their lives, that they collectively give billions of dollars without any notion of whether the research is likely to make a dent in the problem (other than marketing materials

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from those requesting the donation). At the same time, there are still known healthcare solutions that have a tremendous impact for very little donor resources. For example, studies have shown that donors can save a life for around $2,300 by funding mosquito nets to prevent malaria. When comparing giving to proven solutions versus supporting research, donors should try to understand the likelihood of a meaningful discovery as well as whether the most promising research would be funded without you (in which case your donations would make less promising research possible). With that in mind, compare funding the most promising research instead of implementing known solutions, but based on thoughtful comparisons rather than catchy slogans about “finding a cure” or “beating” a disease. Give to charities that demonstrate proven results. I am continually amazed at how many donors fail to ask charities for evidence that their programs work. Just look in fundraising material for just about any charity. You’ll often see stories about individuals who benefited from their programs or descriptions of what the charities did, but not reliable evidence of results. A homeless shelter may have a hundred participants in its return-to-work program and can show you a profile of one successful participant, but that doesn’t mean the program is very good. Such weak evidence is one reason why many people—including me—are skeptical of most charities. New resources are emerging for donors looking for more rigorous resources to assess evidence. Specifically, charity evaluators such as Innovations for Poverty Action and GiveWell are helping donors identify the best ways to allocate their giving. Think critically. Being an eﬀective donor is about combining your heart and your head to help others. Though many of these tips challenge the norms, that’s exactly what is needed for donors who are passionate about maximizing the good that comes from their giving. Aristotle summarized the challenge for donors: “To give money away is an easy matter and in anyone’s power. But to decide to whom to give it, and how large, and when, and for what purpose and how, is neither in every man’s power nor an easy matter.” Eric Friedman is the author of “Reinventing Philanthropy: A Framework for More Eﬀective Giving.” Please visit www.ReinventingPhilanthropy.com for more information. !

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It's not over 'til God says so By James A. Washington

If you don’t know, I believe tests come from the Almighty while temptations come from the devil. Many of you have heard this before and some have probably said it. I’m pretty sure God’s intent is to test you, but it is not necessarily His desire to break you. Triumph over these kinds of pop quizzes in life gives us the practical experience that turns into sincere testimony. Without them, we would not be able to testify about God’s goodness and mercy. We wouldn’t be able to acknowledge Him as the reason we got through any of it. Let me submit myself as an example of someone who can witness to another sinner and perhaps help another believer because I can relate to the trials and turmoil of someone else catching what appears to be hell here on earth. No one is immune to this. As a matter of fact, I am struggling with the notion that it is a privilege to be singled out by God to endure certain hardships. It is at times diﬃcult, but I’m thinking becomes one’s obligation to declare I am here today as a witness to the mercy, kindness and grace of the Almighty. I guess what I’m trying to say is when it appears that all doors are closed and all options have run out, that is the perfect time to look for and depend on God for the answers that you need, even if they don’t appear to be the answers that you want. There is a ram in the bush for every situation, but we have to be certain in our faith

that through even mustard seed sized faith, mountains can be moved. Maybe it’s better said this way. Even with mountain sized eﬀort and no faith, you probably can’t move a mustard seed. You see you’ve got to believe God will not

SPIRITUALLY SPEAKING By James A. Washington James Washington is the publisher of the Dallas Weekly and General Manager of the Atlanta Voice

abandon you. In our darkest hours and worst nights He is there with us. I know this because I’ve had what I knew was “my worst day ever,” and several “nothing can get any worse than this” moments, only to survive to battle the enemy yet another day. God was with me then and dare I say He is with you now no matter the impossible of circumstance. You’ve got to find peace in this because there is trouble ahead just as there was trouble back in the day. Yeah but back then you didn’t know as I didn’t that the fight was fixed. We both have an unstoppable teammate. For those who might be wondering where I’m getting this from, there is scripture that captures the essence of this. Turn your bibles to 1 Corinthians 10:12-13.

“So if you think you are standing firm, be careful that you don’t fall. No temptation has seized you except what is common to man. And God is faithful; He will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But, when you are tempted, He will also provide a way out so that you can stand up under it.” There is a ram somewhere. God provides it through His grace not your eﬀort. Our job is to hold on to our faith, know it’s there, listen and keep our eyes and hearts open. Once you submit to the fact that it ain’t up to you, then you will be privileged to open the door to God’s solution. I understand how diﬃcult this can be, particularly when you are caught up in your storms. But when you are able to accept this truth, life becomes easier and peace will bring you joy. How you might ask are you supposed to accomplish this? My only challenge to you is to pray and practice. Be still and listen. Seek and ask. May God bless and keep you always.

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Scholarship Pageant announced

To become Miss Lancaster you must first submit a completed entry application and entry fee. Compete for the crown and WIN!

Be able to meet the time commitment and job responsibilities as set forth by the Sapphire Crown Organization.

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Iota Phi Lambda honors Floristene Johnson Floristene Johnson has led a distinguished life of service and continues to give of herself. She was honored recently by the Psi Chapter of Iota Phi Lambda Sorority, Inc. as Woman of the Year! Here’s a look at Ms. Johnson:

three Units and the Dawson State Jail. In addition, Saturday School classes, Trusty Camp Services, and Summer Revival Services have been added to their oﬀerings. She coordinates the Gift of Light Ministry that provides a gift bag to over 10, 300 inmates. A Journey Home program was established at the Dawson Jail

with a major in Food Science and Nutrition. She became a registered dietitian after completing her dietetic Internship at the Good Samaritan Hospital in Cincinnati, Ohio. Professional Life & Affiliations

Passing the Torch: Mrs. Dorothy Jones, 2011-2012 Outstanding Woman of the Year and Owner of Black Jack Pizza, Mrs. Floristene Johnson, 2013-2014 Outstanding Woman of the Year, and Mrs. Daphne Hornbuckle, Iota Phi Lambda Sorority, Inc. - Psi Chapter President

Social Entrepreneurism The Coalition of Churches in Prison Ministry was co-founded by Ms. Floristene Johnson and her late husband, Rev. Isaac Johnson. In 1994, she wrote the original bylaws and received Articles of Incorporation for the organization from the State of Texas. The Coalition received its 501 © (3) tax exemption in 1995. Begun as an outreach of one church, the Coalition is now made up of many diverse churches. The ministries of the Coalition grew from monthly worship services in one Texas State Penitentiary System Unit to monthly services in PAGE 12

providing a complete outfit and bus/plane tickets for indigent ladies leaving the state jail on their way home. The coalition also operates a Reentry House for women transitioning from incarceration to the free-world. Ms. Johnson now serves as Assistant Director of the Coalition. Educational Background Ms. Johnson earned a B. S. Degree from Southern University, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, with a major in Foods and Nutrition and a M.S. Degree from Colorado State University, Fort Collins, Colorado

Ms. Johnson is a Registered Licensed 2013 WOY and Madame Pres: Dietitian. Mrs. Floristene Johnson, 2013-2014 Outstanding Woman of the Year and Mrs. Daphne Currently, she is Hornbuckle, Iota Phi Lambda Sorority, Inc. - Psi Chapter President an Adjunct Cardiovascular Disease and Stroke Instructor of Dietary Management partnership. She was appointed to a at Tarrant County College in six-year term by Governor Rick Arlington, Texas. Perry in May 2012. In 2008, she retired from the U. S. Department of Health and Human Services after 31.5 years of American Heart Association, service as the Deputy Regional Department of Health Equity, Program Director and Senior Executive Leadership Team Aging Nutrition Program Specialist Volunteer Mentor in the 2013 Getfor the Administration on Aging. to Goal Hypertension project with Charlton Methodist Hospital and 2013 Chair of Community Teams Her professional affiliations for the American Heart include: Association’s Annual Heart Walk. The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (41-year member) and its practice groups including the Healthy Aging Practice Group, Dietitians in Care Communities, National Organization of Blacks in Nutrition and Dietetics, and Dietitians in Education of Practitioners. The Texas Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, the Dallas Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Phi Upsilon Omicron, National Honor Society in Home Economics. Civic and Fraternal Leadership The Texas Council on Cardiovascular Disease and Stroke - Chair of the Sodium Reduction collaborative through the !

Dallas County Voter Registration – Deputy Registrar serving on National Voters Registration Day to register 18-year olds to vote. Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. – Life Member; Omicron Mu Omega Chapter – Charter Member, Past President, Oﬃcer The Links, Inc., Trinity Chapter – Past President, Oﬃcer National Council of Negro Women – Life Member Southern University Alumni Federation – Life Member Civic Academy of DeSoto, TX Graduate !

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WOMAN OF THE YEAR

Honoree and All Sorors: Mrs. Floristene Johnson, 2013-2014 Outstanding Woman of the Year, Mrs. Daphne Hornbuckle, Psi Chapter President, Ms. Lee McKinney, National Honorary Soror, and members of Iota Phi Lambda Sorority, Inc. - Psi Chapter

Honors and Awards for AKA Leadership and Service to Others Julia B. Purnell Humanitarian Award Mattelia B. Grays Leadership Award Graduate Good Citizen award. Volunteerism Through her civic memberships, Ms. Johnson has served as a volunteer with the Dallas ISD at the Zan Holmes Middle School, W.H. Atwell middle school, and the TL Marsalis and Thomas Tolbert Elementary Schools. She is a member of the Dallas Area Coalition to Prevent Childhood Obesity where she helps with the annual Get Kidz Fitz Expo. Church, Ministry and Family Ms. Johnson is a member of the Oak Cliﬀ Bible Fellowship, Dallas, PAGE 13

Texas serving in the Comfort and Care Ministry and the Women of Courage Widows Support Group. She and her husband began and she continues a 20-year, monthly support of the Harmony Ministry in Portau-Prince Haiti. The school in Leogane, Haiti bears their names the “Eclise De Harmonie Ecole Mixte D’Isaac et Floristene Johnson School.” She is the mother of daughter, Keesha Williams, one stepdaughter Arvillia Johnson and six stepsons. !

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Seniors, Students join together at Community “Keep Moving” Event

Celebrate Kwanzaa December 26 - January 1

Local dance group, community organizations encourage seniors and kids alike to stay fit during the holiday season WHAT: Myra and the Line Dancers, a senior dancing organization, are hosting a community-wide event in south Dallas to encourage everyone to stay physically active during the holiday season. Area high school students will facilitate as seniors in wheelchairs, walkers and canes participate in the dance group’s signature dance, the MJ Cha Cha Bounce. At least 200 are slated to attend, including representatives from community organizations such as the Urban League of Dallas and the NAACP and elected oﬃcials. All ages welcome. WHEN: Saturday, December 21, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. WHERE: Southwest Center Mall 3662 West Camp Wisdom Road Dallas, TX 75237 Center stage outside of Macy’s WHO: Myra and the Line Dancers, Love Ministries, Carter, Lincoln, South Oak Cliﬀ & Kimball High School students

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â&#x20AC;&#x201C; As the leaves turn a rainbow of fall colors, frost glistens on the ground and the air is dry from a blustery chill, Parkland Health & Hospital System physicians caution that dehydration can occur just as easily during the winter as it does in the summer. And the consequences can be just as serious. Besides loss of fluid from daily activities, outdoor winter sports can cause just as much dehydration as summer sports. Factors such as cold dry air, wind chill, inadequate fluid intake, sweating, and even shivering all contribute to dehydration during outdoor winter sports. â&#x20AC;&#x153;As you move around in the cold, you may not be sweating, but water is still being lost through your breath in the form of steam you see coming from your mouth in frigid temperatures,â&#x20AC;? said Parklandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Interim Trauma Medical Director, Alexander Eastman, MD. â&#x20AC;&#x153;When we have a patient brought in to the !

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Customized Bespoke Clothing for the Well-Dressed Man NEW YORK, NY– Knot Standard (www.knotstandard.com) is an online bespoke clothing company that makes customized clothing including suits, shirts, blazers and slacks for men. The New York City-based firm combines the latest in cutting edge technology with the skills and talents of a master tailor to deliver customers the perfect fit every time – guaranteed. “We take pride in every single item of clothing we construct,” said Knot Standard CEO Matt Mueller. “We invest 100% in getting the absolute perfect fit for each individual customer and we take very seriously our customer satisfaction.” Launched in 2010, Knot Standard is the brainchild of John Ballay and Matt Mueller, two Americans then living in Dubai. They later partnered with Tarig El

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her that he loves her but cannot leave his live-in and doesn’t know what to do. She is not a dumb girl. She’s an attorney, and she’s got it going on. Do you think it‘s really love? Should I get involved or mind my business?

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A male friend of mine moved to my city for a 6month work assignment. To welcome him to the area, I took him to dinner and introduced him to my local friends. Well, I just learned that he has been having a sexual relationship with a sorority sister, who’s also my best friend. I am uncomfortable with this situation because my male friend has a live-in girlfriend who has been with him for over eight years. I feel like I need to say something, especially now that his assignment may be extended and his live-in girlfriend is planning a visit. My girlfriend says she knows it’s temporary and that she plans to break up with him before his significant other arrives. She also confided to me that he told And since technically he’s not PAGE 16

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stated DedrickAsante-Muhammad, Sr. Director of NAACP Economic Department. "However, this deal’s failure to include legislation that extends long term unemployment only further weakens our country's most economically vulnerable. “I urge Congress to advance legislation that places the ‘opportunities deficit" ahead of the ‘fiscal deficit’ and that includes creating – not blocking – pathways to economic security and a growing diverse middle class."

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Washington, D.C. – Congressman Henry Cuellar (DTX-28) has announced that approximately 726,200 consumers in Texas received an average rebate of approximately $95 per family because of new rules under the Affordable Care Act in 2013. Under new regulations in the ACA, if insurance companies do not meet new standards established by the health care reform law, insurers must send consumers a rebate. “If insurance companies do not spend at least 80% of premiums on medical care and efforts to improve the quality of care, they must send their costumers a rebate to meet this threshold,” said Congressman Cuellar. “Texas families deserve to have affordable, quality health care that is a reflection of their hard earned dollars. I am pleased to see that the Affordable Care Act has reinforced these benefits for consumers and Texas taxpayers.” In 2012, nearly 80 million consumers saved $3.4 billion upfront on their premiums because of this rule and other Affordable Care Act programs. And because of this rule, insurers sent 8.5 million consumers an average rebate of approximately $100 per family this year. The health care law also requires insurance companies to publicly post and justify any proposed rate increase of 10 percent or more. Across the country, insurers are withdrawing or decreasing proposed rate hikes, benefitting families as well the economy.

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freedom fridays presents A 'teen talk' event at The act of change INC. 3200 s lancaster rd suite 623 dallas, texas 75216 8pm-midnight This is another opportunity to hear our youth. They have a voice and all should want to hear them. They ARE our future - Our future is NOW!!!! Please come out to support them AND 'Bring-ATEEN'!!! $5.00 donation cause freedom aint free!!!

100 Black Men Christmas Party *Location to TBD Time: 7pm-12am www.100blackmen.org

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"free your mind and your behind will follow" ******** FAMU Rattler Holiday Party Naturally Divine Beauty 3556 Forest Lane Dallas, TX 75234 Time: 5pm-9pm $5.00 cover and a toy Music, food, cash bar and door prizes to win for alumni that pay dues for 2014

December 21 Christmas in the Park @ Fair Park HBCU College Fair Fair Park, Dallas TX Time: 10am *Contact Ron Fry <ronfry1@hotmail.com> for info

December 22 THE BICYCLE at The Mount ~ The Worship and Fine Arts Department at Mount Hebron Missionary Baptist Church presents the Christmas play, The Bicycle, Sunday, December 22nd during both services, 7:50 a.m. and 10 a.m. This heart-warming drama is the story of how all things work together for good to them who love God and how God can use anything to show His love ... even a bicycle. The Play is FREE and open to the public, plus there will be a special surprise in the middle of both showings. For more information call 972-276-5218, or go to www.onthemount.org.

December 23 KENNY G will be performing at the Margot and Bill Winspear Opera House in the Dallas Arts District at 8 p.m.

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Dallas Black Dance Theatre Luncheon Hilton Anatole 2201 N Stemmons Freeway Dallas, TX 75207 Date: Jan 10, 2014 Time: 12pm www.dbdt.com Mayors Reception "Marcus Knight" Jazz reception Terrance Hunt Scholarship Fund and Tom Joyner Foundation *Location: TBD *Date: Jan 15 or 16, 2013 Time: 7pm-12am

December 31 Where: Shiloh Church, 4702 Saturn Road, Garland, TX 75041 Description: Join Shiloh Church of Garland, TX for a memorable New Year?s Eve Celebration as we reflect on the past and anticipate the future. We?ll have a mixer at 6pm with the Year-End Celebration starting at 7pm. Come comfortable and ready to pray, praise and worship in the New Year with Shiloh. All are welcome. For more information, call the church at 972-698-0608 or visit our website, www.shilohgarland.org.

HABARI GANI –What’s The News? The Act of Change, INC. 3200 South Lancaster Road Suite 623 Dallas, Texas 75216 Lancaster Kiest Shopping Center – Behind DD’s PRESENTS Kwanzaa Ball & Karamu Feast 6PM Feast Starts Karamu Ceremony Starts at 7PM Karamu Ceremony: The Kwanzaa Principal Awards- Naming Ceremony – Libations African Drumming and Dancing The Kwanzaa Ball Starts Immediately after the karamu feast & ceremony Please contact us to PARTICIPATE in the Lip Sync Show & Naming Ceremony. info@theactofchange.org actofchange@yahoo.com (214)500-7747 This Annual Event is FREE!

January 3 Join Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Kappa Zeta Chapter on First Fridays December 6th - March 7th, as we roll, bounce, and skate for a cause! During our 2nd Annual Skate for Babies campaign we will raise money for stronger, healthier babies in support of the lifesaving work of the March of Dimes. Four evenings full of skating

January 17 Dr. Martin Luther King Celebration Friday, January 17 at 7:30 p.m. — Awards Banquet and Silent Auction Where: Hyatt Regency Hotel - 300 Reunion Boulevard, Dallas, TX 75207 Keynote Speaker: Dr. Vashti Murphy McKenzie, the first female bishop of the African Methodist Episcopal Church. Cost of tickets: $75 Individual, $750 Community Table (10 seats per table) For information about events and banquet tickets, call: (214) 670-8418 or visit the website at www.mlkcelebrationdallas.org. When/ Friday, January 17 at 7:30 p.m. — Candle- Lighting Ceremony Where: MLK Recreation Center 2901 Pennsylvania Avenue, Dallas, TX 75215 This event is sponsored by Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated. For more information, please contact Craig Anderson at (469) 360-5688. When/ Saturday, January 18 at 10:00 a.m. — Martin Luther King, Jr. March & Parade Where: The parade will assemble at City Hall Plaza to Ervay Street south, to MLK Jr. Blvd., past the MLK Complex to 2922 MLK Jr. Blvd. Participants include bands, floats, community/civic groups, and churches. Ron Fry and Devon White Annual Birthday Party Westin Park Central Hotel January 17, 2014:Friday 8pm - 1am *Partnering with the Tom Joyner Foundation *Sponsored by 40Creek,Viking J Ford, Twenty Grand ****Annual

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"AN EVENING WITH CHARLIE WILSON" Venue: VERIZON THEATER @GRAND PRAIRIE Time: TBD 1001 Performance Place Grand Prairie, TX **********

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Buttons 15207 Addison Rd Addison, TX 75001 Date: Jan 16, 2014 Time: 7pm - 11pm Day Party Top Golf 3760 Blair Oaks Drive The Colony, TX 75056 Date: Jan 17, 2014 Time: 1pm - 4pm *Donation $10 | http://topgolf.com/thecolony/ FAMU DFW Alumni Brunch Location: TBD Date: Jan 18, 2014 Time: 10am - 1pm Speakers: Dr. Thomas Haynes VP FAMU, Oscar Joyner President Reach Media, Stacy Hunt sister of Terrance Hunt Proceeds benefit: DFW FAMU Alumni Association & Tom Joyner Foundation ****** Dallas Mavericks vs. Portland Trailblazers American Airlines Center Date: Jan 18, 2014 Time: 7pm Contact Earlina Green 214.658.7137 earlina.green@dallasmavs.com *Group seats ask for Ron Fry birthday group rates.

January 19 NFL Game Watching Party Hosted by Ron Towles of TSU and Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity Location: TBD Time: 12pm -

The Boox Club is a discussion group that meets once a month to discuss a book on various topics from economic empowerment to professional development. This group is open to all who seek challenging and intellectual conversations that can expand the growth of your mind and provide personal and professional development. The Boox Club encourages open conversation for individuals to express their opinions, likes, dislikes, and topics from the book of the month. 6:00pm - 7:30pm Book: The Wealth Choice Author: Dennis Kimbro Location: Mercy Wine Bar Address: 5100 Belt Line Rd #544, Dallas, TX 75254

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skate rental; mention Kappa Zeta chapter and $4 will be donated to the March of Dimes March for Babies. The Dallas Division of the American Heart Association will host the 2014 Go Red for Women Luncheon at the Hilton Anatole. This yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s luncheon will feature Vice President Dick Cheney as the keynote speaker. Mr. Cheney has had a long battle with cardiovascular disease having suffered his first of five heart attacks in 1978, and ultimately undergoing a heart transplant in March of 2012.

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New Rising Star Missionary Baptist Church of Fort Worth, 9th annual Raymond B. Spencer Scholarship Banquet The guest speaker will be the Reverend Samuel "Billy" Kyles, the only witness still alive who spent the last hour with Dr. King before he was assassinated in Memphis, Tennessee. Feb 22 Famu Alumni Meeting Blue Mesa 14866 Montfort Dr, Dallas, TX Time: 12pm - 2pm

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February 7 Black Heritage Night Dallas Mavericks vs. Utah Jazz American Airlines Center Time: 7pm College Fair and Expo One Community Church 2400 Texas 121 Plano, TX 75025 Time: 10am - 2pm Speaker: Mariane Ragins - FAMU Alumni.Washington DC chapter www.scholarshipworkshop.com

March 7 Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. - Kappa Zeta Chapter First Fridays December 6th - March 7th, as we roll, bounce, and skate for a cause! During our 2nd Annual Skate for Babies campaign we will raise money for stronger, healthier babies in support of the lifesaving work of the March of Dimes. Four evenings full of skating and family fun: So come out to Redbird Skateland at: 1206 N Duncanville Road Duncanville, TX 75116. $8 includes admission and skate rental; mention Kappa Zeta chapter and $4 will be donated to the March of Dimes March for Babies.

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April 12 The 2014 African American Educators Hall of Fame Program will be held Saturday, April 12, 12:00 Noon., Hilton Garden Inn, 800 N. Main Street, Duncanville, Texas. 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. Dinner will be served. Tickets are $50 each

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Caribbean Adventures Series to be used in CXCs Primary Exit Assessment BRADES, Montserrat - The Caribbean Adventure Series by Carol Mitchell is among the list of new books that the Ministry of Education in Montserrat will be using to prepare students for the Caribbean Primary Exit Assessment (CPEA). 2014 will be the first year that Montserrat will be replacing its local standardised test with the CPEA which is administered by the Caribbean Examination Council (CXC). The CPEA is a method of assessing students' readiness to enter high school in the areas of civic, mathematical, science and language literacies. As a part of this process, the ministry selected books by Caribbean authors including the adventure series written by Mitchell. There are four books in the series to date, each based in a different island, St. Kitts, Jamaica, Trinidad, and Montserrat. The books are designed to draw young readers in with secret tunnels, pirate ships, kidnappers, and erupting volcanoes galore, but they also touch on serious topics such as conservation and the impact of natural disasters. "The students preparing for CPEA are expected to do book reports. Since this is the first time Montserrat is participating, the number of books teachers would have to

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read in order to effectively guide students was limited and since the libraries do not have 10 copies of any one book, the ministry had to assist here," explained Zelma White who is Primary School Curriculum Coordinator for Montserrat. "We were happy to see the size and content of the books with the added bonus that they are about children in the Caribbean." The author expressed pride in the fact that the books would become a part of classroom work. "My intent has always been to provide books that portray the social and cultural practices with which Caribbean children are familiar. I am excited to have the children discuss the books and analyse the actions of Mark, Kyle, Ingrid and their friends as a part of their studies. I really hope that the Caribbean Adventure Series will make the assessment process both fruitful and enjoyable for the children." More information about the Caribbean Adventure Series can be found at www.CaribbeanReads.com. Author of the Caribbean Adventure Series, Carol Mitchell About the Author At this time, Carol Mitchell is the author of eleven children's books, eight of which have been published to date. Her first publication was the Caribbean Adventure Series. There are now four books in this series. With this series, Carol aims to bring exciting books to Caribbean children, books in which they see themselves reflected in a positive and interesting light. She followed this series with Chee Chee's Adventures, five books which chronicle the adventures of a mischievous monkey in St. Kitts. Seascapes, her latest publication is a departure from the previous two series as it is a single book and it is not set exclusively in the Caribbean. The book includes three stories about unusual sea creatures. Carol has had various experiences during her life which have all influenced her passion for creative writing. She is experienced in public speaking, both in workshop settings-encouraging and training writers-and working with children-author visits and creative writing workshops. In addition to writing for children, Carol writes short stories for adults and has had her work published in several online journals and publications. She also blogs on the website NovelSpaces (novelspaces.blogspot.com.)

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Studies by the University of Texas at Dallas Institute of Urban Policy, United Way and Texas A&M are taking place now to assess the quality of life in the South Dallas community before billion dollar projects involving the new DART Light Rail and the Trinity

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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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â&#x20AC;&#x153;I am deeply impressed with the progress that President Barack Obama has made during the first 100 days of his administration. Already we are seeing evidence of the administrationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s plan to dig our country out of recession and develop long-term, sustainable prosperity. President Obama has made two trips abroad, proving to us and to the world that he intends to repair our frayed alliances and restore our international leadership. Finally, the Obama administrationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s code of ethics has brought much-needed transparency and accountability to the White House. President Obama is delivering on the change that he promised.â&#x20AC;?

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Grade: C â&#x20AC;&#x153;In just 100 days, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve seen an alarming acceleration of policies that will take America down the wrong track. The administration has proposed trillions of dollars in new spending, which will result in higher taxes on Americans, while sharply raising our indebtedness to foreign creditors. 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;? (The office of John Cornyn of Texas was contacted but did See 100 DAYS, page 19

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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. Therefore, if a citizen would like the city to maintain those powers, they are to vote NO and vice versa. See VOTE, page 38

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Anthony Mackie tapped to host ‘Afropop’ television SERIES Documentary series on contemporary African Diaspora premieres on public television’s WORLD Channel on January 13 NEW YORK —Acclaimed actor Anthony Mackie adds TV host to his resume as he joins “AfroPoP: The Ultimate Cultural Exchange.” The star, best known for his roles in “8 Mile,” “The Hurt Locker” and “Pain & Gain,” will emcee the sixth season of the documentary program, which brings films about popular culture across the African Diaspora to the small screen. The series, produced by National Black Programming Consortium (NBPC) and copresented by American Public Television (APT), premieres on public television’s WORLD Channel on Monday, January 13, at 8 pm ET/10 pm PT and runs weekly on Mondays through February 10. Along with the WORLD Channel airings, APT will distribute “AfroPoP” to additional public television channels in February 2014. This season “AfroPoP” cuts to New York City to examine the birthplace of the worldwide pickup basketball phenomenon with Bobbito García and Kevin Couliau’s “Doin’ It in the Park: Pick-Up Basketball, NYC,” copresented by Latino Public Broadcasting (January 13). “AfroPoP” hoofs it across America and India to catch the dynamic collaboration of two dance masters, Indian Kathak guru Pandit Chitresh Das and African-American tap star Jason Samuels Smith, with “Upaj: Improvise” by Hoku Uchiyama, co-presented by the Center for Asian American Media (January 20). The series then journeys to Africa for a special look at Sierra Leone with two films: Rebecca Richman Cohen’s “War Don Don” (“The War Is Over”), an inside view of the U.N. special court trial of senior rebel leader Issa Sesay for his role in the country’s 10-year conflict (January 27), and Daan Veldhuizen’s “Stories from Lakka Beach,” which captures the engaging stories of a colorful mix of villagers in the post-conflict nation (February 3). “AfroPoP” rounds the bases with “Boys of Summer” by Keith Aumont and a scrappy but determined band of young ballplayers onthe Caribbean island of Curaçao who are trying to make it to the Little League World Series for the eighth year in a row (February 10). “As an actor I’ve been blessed to be immersed in various world cultures, so I’m honored to have a role in sharing compelling PAGE 23

stories like these with people across America,” said Mackie. “Film is such a powerful tool in bringing understanding and harmony to people of all backgrounds and life experiences.” “NBPC is especially pleased to be working with one of today’s brightest actors, Anthony Mackie, whose career we’ve been following since he starred in the 2004 feature film

‘Brother to Brother,’ which we helped fund,” said NBPC Director of Programming Leslie Fields-Cruz, who is also co-executive producer of the series. “With Anthony agreeing to serve as this year’s ‘AfroPoP’ host, in many ways it feels that NBPC’s important work has come full circle.” Mackie joins an exclusive club. Past hosts of the series are Idris Elba, Anika Noni Rose, Wyatt Cenac and Gabourey Sidibe. For all things “AfroPoP,” visit www.blackpublicmedia.org. To find out when and where to watch, including additional air dates for each of the episodes, check your local listings or go to www.worldchannel.org. Anthony Mackie is an American television, feature film and stage actor. The Juilliard

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