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Rep. Helen Giddings and #WomensHistoryMonth
By the Hon. Helen Giddings (D-Dallas)
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Throughout my life, I have been privileged to meet and know some incredible and inspiring women. In honor of #WomensHistoryMonth, I am going to dedicate each remaining day this month to a woman in my life who paved the way for girls and women across the world. I want to start however with a woman who is not a famous politician or celebrity, but who is the most incredible woman I've had the honor of knowing: my mother, Catherine Ferguson. She was my teacher, my inspiration, and my friend, and I continue to follow her wisdom. Without her support and guidance, I would have never become the public figure, the
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mother, or the person that I am today. I also would have never met these other amazing women, and that is something I will never forget. I am honoring Oseola McCarty, who
captured the attention of the world for her amazing generosity and selflessness. After a life as a washerwoman, she established a trust that dedicated a significant portion of her life's savings to the University of Southern Mississippi to provide scholarships to students in need. Ms. McCarty lived a very modest life, choosing to not invest in herself, but rather the next generation. Her commitment to higher education and philanthropy is a critical lead that we must all follow, and I was honored to sit down with her. Next, I am honoring the first African American First Lady of the United States, Michelle Obama. Mrs. Obama has spent her
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JOHNSON: The Supreme Court Vacancy
From the Capitol Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson
The unfortunate passing of Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia has created a vacancy in the highest court in the land that must filled. It should be filled without delay, because there are important matters before the Court. Article II, Section 2 of the U.S. Constitution is very clear—the President shall nominate, and by and with the advice and consent of the Senate, appoint judges of the Supreme Court. This constitutional process should not be diminished into a political game. The nation’s highest court should not be diminished into a political pawn. More
importantly, we must consider the impact or “precedence� our current leaders are setting for our future leaders. Are our current leaders willing to instruct our nation’s future leaders to ignore the Constitution during an election year? I should hope not. My hope actually goes beyond the single act of confirming a Supreme Court nominee. It is my hope that my colleagues and I put aside our political differences and give the electorate the representation they deserve – a government that takes seriously the shared responsibility of running a fullyfunctional, effective government. I am not interested in chiming in to add to the politicization of this process. Instead, I want to focus on the critical reasons for ensuring that our nation’s highest court is fully functional. During this term, the Court will rule on issues, including abortion,
unionization and individual voting rights. In a Court that is split 4-4, these issues will remain unresolved. American citizens are disadvantaged when public confidence in our justice system is eroded, because its highest court is powerless. It can no longer protect individual civil rights, protect consumers, or decide critical issues related to police brutality and employment discrimination. Upon taking office, we all take an oath of office: to support and defend the Constitution. That affirmation is bigger than any party or a single election cycle. The Constitution is clear that the President shall nominate, and with the advice and consent of the Senate, shall appoint Supreme Court justices. There is no law, written or unwritten, that these constitutional obligation become discretionary during an election year. If the Senate fails to act in 2016, the Supreme Court will go two terms and well over a year, with a vacancy. By contrast, since 1975, the average number of days from nomination to
final Senate vote is approximately 67 days. There are recent examples of the President and Senate being from opposite parties, but still being able to come to a consensus to fulfill this vitally important constitutional duty. In 1988, a Democrat-controlled Senate confirmed President Ronald Reagan’s nominee Justice Kennedy. We must call on the Senate to look to the examples of these past leaders to lay a blueprint on what can be accomplished today. Our democracy has, from its founding, served as the beacon of justice for countries across the globe. It is something that I have always been proud of, and I hope that it is a legacy that we will leave for our children and our children’s children. It’s time that we recognize and confront the dysfunction that plague our political system and make a strategic decision to do the jobs we were sent to Washington to do. The American people deserve and demand no less.
The Congressional Black Caucus Year in Review A Look Back at the CBC’s First Legislative Session of the 114th Congress WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) Chairman G. K. Butterfield (NC-01) has released the CBC Yearin-Review annual report, highlighting the CBC’s activities and engagement in the first legislative session of the 114th Congress. “The first session of the 114th Congress has been an incredible year for the Congressional Black Caucus. Our members have worked tirelessly on a number of issues facing the African American community. From criminal justice reform and enhancing educational opportunities for African American students and strengthening our HBCUs to increasing African American inclusion at all levels of the technology industry, and restoring Section 5 of the Voting Rights Act in order to ensure all citizens are able to fully participate in our democracy–our caucus is strong and we have been engaged and vocal in carrying out these priorities during the past legislative session. “We have seen results, yet we understand that much work still remains as we enter the second session of the 114th Congress. 2015 was a busy year for the CBC and our members vow to continue our efforts to focus on criminal justice reform, police violence, poverty, education, and ending the stigma of racism in America. “The CBC Year in Review reflects on the tremendous successes and accomplishments of the CBC this past legislative year and we are excited about our work this session focused on ensuring African Americans and all people have the opportunity to achieve the American Dream.�
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METRO Dallas ISD Trustees recognize essay/ oratory contest winners Winners of an essay contest that was part of the Zan Wesley Holmes, Jr. African Heritage Lecture Series were recognized at the Feb. 25 Dallas ISD Board of Trustees meeting. The series, presented by St. Luke “Community” United Methodist Church, heralds the beginning of African-American History Month each year. This year’s theme was, “Speaking to the elephant in the room: The church’s response to the …isms.” The following writers were recognized in the Youth Night essay contest: First place: Anthony Harris, Jarrod Wheeler Second place: Justice Bradford, Diamond King Third place: William Perkins, Debrciya Everett Honorable Mentions: Lorenzo Hicks, Ira Wheeler and Fredrika Lucky Also honored at the meeting was Lyriq Turner, the Dallas winner of the 2016 MLK Jr. Oratory competition. Turner, a fifth-grader at Charles Rice Learning Center, delivered her winning speech at the meeting.
www. T E X A S M E T R O N E W S . com I look forward to learning more about the organization and to adding my talents and expertise to the group.” He added, “I am a former community college student, and the decision I made to attend night school at a community college as a young adult was the most important one of my life. I owe my success to the faculty and staff who helped me discover my passion and who mentored me along the way.” Marshall explained the role that technology plays in higher education and why it is important. “Technology plays three major roles in higher education. First, we can use technology to make accessing our colleges easier, from recruitment through graduation. Second, technology can be used to enhance the academic environment by delivering content and instruction using innovative ways. Third, technology can extend the reach of DCCCD with state, national and global partners and with other educational entities, businesses and organizations -- all to the benefit of students,” he said. Marshall added, “I am excited about Dr. May’s and the district’s approach to an integrated higher education network. Community colleges have a unique place in our country’s educational infrastructure, where we already work with school districts, universities and corporations. Using that infrastructure as our baseline, we should craft environments and programs that make it easier for students to transition between
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levels and to provide more opportunities for citizens to raise their standard of living through education. My vision is to combine that talent with technology to move these opportunities forward.” Before he joined Tarrant County College District, Marshall service as chief information officer/senior executive director for Orange County Public Schools in Orlando, Fla.; CIO, vice president of technical services and senior services architect for Sungard Higher Education in Maitland, Fla.; and a number of other positions at institutions including Eastern Florida State College (fomerly Brevard Community College), the Educational Community Credit Union (Jacksonville, Fla.); Jacksonville University (Fla.); Goucher College (Md.); the University of Maryland, Baltimore County; and Westinghouse Defense and Electronics Systems Center (Md.). He expects to complete his doctorate in education from the American College of Education in 2018 and has earned both his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in computer information systems and management information systems, respectively, from the University of Baltimore. He also holds several professional certificates in his field. Marshall has earned a number of honors and awards, most recently including the Chancellor’s Excellence Award from TCCD in 2015 (third quarter); the LaserFiche Run Smarter Award in 2014; the MCCi Excellence Award in 2014; and many others.
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DCCCD Trustees approve appointment of First Chief Innovation Officer Members of the Dallas County Community College District’s board of trustees approved the appointment of Timothy Marshall as DCCCD’s first chief innovation officer on Tues., March 1, during their regular monthly meeting. The recommendation was made by Dr. Joe May, the district’s chancellor. Marshall, who currently serves as vice chancellor of institutional intelligence and technology for the Tarrant County College District in Fort Worth, has more than 25 years of experience in executive management, as well as consulting experience in education and other industries. “I am pleased to welcome Timothy Marshall to the DCCCD family,” said May. “Tim is known for crafting creative solutions that solve complex business and technology issues. He knows how to use research methods, objective reasoning and logic to make decisions.” May added, “As our world becomes more complex and as technology continues to drive that process, we need an individual who can strategically lead our efforts to use technology to serve our students and our communities. As DCCCD’s first CIO, Timothy Marshall will provide that leadership.” Marshall said, “I am elated about joining the great team at DCCCD and to be associated with the wonderful programs already in place at the colleges and the district.
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work is to educate young people and inspire young people to get involved. The Minister also expressed support for all hip hop artists, saying it’s their time and since they were given range to call Black women “bitchesâ€? and “whoresâ€? their right to show selflove and self-respect must not be restricted. By Richard B. Muhammad These artists must not be intimidated by police officers Some of the latest slime was thrown by columnist Mary whose work is public order and public safety. Mitchell of the Chicago Sun-Times, who took great umbrage at Ms. Mitchell complained that the Minister didn’t come riding the fact that Min. Farrakhan said the Fruit of Islam, the men of to the rescue when Mayor Rahm Emmanuel was bemoaning the Nation of Islam, would protect singer BeyoncĂŠ after cops his multi-million dollar police force folded up in a “fetal threatened not to protect her. positionâ€? after criticism and protests against police brutality. I The entertainer’s crime was a spirited beg your pardon. Min. Farrakhan is not the slave, performance at the Super Bowl that appeared the manservant, nor the butler of the mayor of to pay homage to the Black Panther Party and a the Windy City. If police were not doing their job new video that included the words “stop shooting because they did not want to face accountability, usâ€? and a little boy squaring off in front of a line of the mayor should have shown some leadership. heavily armed cops. If the mayor wanted Min. Farrakhan to return While the writer’s paymasters at the Sun-Times to the streets—as the Minister did almost three may have felt the piece was on point and the years ago leading the F.O.I. into the streets to Minister was a great foil for a different take on the lessen violence—he should have asked. He BeyoncĂŠ controversy— the column was ridiculous should have treated the Minister with the respect and inaccurate. Ms. Mitchell screeched that a due an elder, freedom fighter and a great Min. Louis Farrakhan group of women in a Chicago neighborhood, servant and credit to this city. Half-hearted mothers who are standing against violence, recognition isn’t enough. should be getting F.O.I. support. But, according to Jeffery Min. Farrakhan is not seeking to curry favor or political Muhammad of the Chicago Local Organizing Committee for support for doing good. What he does with his life and the F.O.I. Justice Or Else!, the group and the female activist Ms. Mitchell risking their lives to try to bring peace comes from a place of named is part of the Justice Or Else! LOC and has received deep love and a sense of duty. backingfrom the men in the Nation of Islam. The Minister has no one pulling his strings—and he didn’t It was also ridiculous that Ms. Mitchell saw no value create the havoc that roams city streets. His love and faith in supporting artists showing a social conscience and a compels him to move against the death, degradation and willingness to challenge American racism and injustice at this destruction of Black people created by centuries of oppression critical time. BeyoncĂŠ is a major cultural force and for her to and genocidal plots. embrace Blackness and to include themes of justice in her
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As Phillip Jackson of the Black Star Project in Chicago asked, why was the Minister being asked to do with no resources what the police department with millions of dollars could not or would not do? Ms. Mitchell accused the F.O.I. of “hustling� bean pies and Final Call newspaper—insinuating that somehow Farrakhan’s minions are ripping people off . Ridiculously insulting, ridiculously wrong and ridiculously inaccurate. We “hustle� no one—we are not trying to deceive people and trick them out of money. Bean pie sales help financially support Muhammad University of Islam and Final Call distribution is an effort to enlighten, inspire and uplift our community. It is a tool used to spread the faith and organize our people. The Final Call is devoted to giving our people good information that can help us rise and resolve our own problems. What’s wrong with that? Apparently Black men well dressed, mannerable and committed to a mission and Black folks having an independent voice are a problem for Ms. Mitchell. But some of us are unwilling to trade in our voices and our power for 30 pieces of silver. We believe we have to speak for ourselves. The Minister has never said no one can disagree with him, never said he could not be critiqued and never said he cannot be questioned. But any questions or disagreement must be focused on program and position, strategy, public policy and ideas. Attacks on his character and disrespect are out of bounds and will not be tolerated. There is a proper tone when you wish to dialogue with an honorable and committed man. If you cannot abide by those rules, we respectfully invite you to keep your mouths shut. We will defend our Minister against such scurrilous attacks. It’s time now. This man who has served us for 60 years must not and will not have to defend himself. That’s our job and we plan to be on our post. Enough is enough.
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Aren’t you tired of the rap and clap sessions by political wannabees and their respective contingents? I know I am. The so-called “debatesâ€? are downright insulting and embarrassing, especially on the Repub side, reminiscent of a stand-up comedy show, or “throwing shade,â€? as young folks say. Over on the Dem stage (Or should I say in their “ringâ€??), what was a fight has turned into a face-saving swansong for Sanders since he was, in his own words, “decimatedâ€? in South Carolina. Black folks strike again! With all the money these candidates have in the bank, this “theater of the absurdâ€? could go on for months, and when it’s all over Black folks will have not moved one inch toward real empowerment. Unless we get serious about our own economic and political future by establishing our political platform and being willing to promote, support, and leverage it, Blacks will continue to be relegated to the clown ring in this current political three-ring circus. We will be the diversions, the ones who turn the lion’s attention away from the performers, the clowns who turn the bull’s ire away from the bull rider by yelling and then jumping into a barrel. The “Yo Mama!â€? debates in the Republican ring are really not debates, in case you have not noticed; they are rap sessions, Ronald Reagan sĂŠances, and pseudo-patriotic diatribes, repeated ad nauseam by guys who swear they are the answer
to our problems. The only one who has any kind of real record of having actually solved a few political problems is John Kasich. But he’s so far behind the others that a victory for him is very unlikely. Over in the Democratic ring, we have two combatants who offer condescending words and platitudes directly to Black folks, as opposed to the Republicans who say absolutely nothing to Blacks. The Dem candidates rail against the business establishment and tell us that we really need more jobs to solve our problems. I don’t know how they expect to bring us more jobs, which are created by private businesses, when they are constantly denigrating business. It’s just hype. By the way, why do you suppose the Black candidate, Willie Wilson, has been invisible? Post-Super Tuesday shouting matches about who cares for Black people the most now dominate, as though being embroiled in these kinds of discussions will move us forward. Top that off with MSNBC’s U-turn in firing, demoting, or exiling their Black Barack Obama-can-do-no-wrong hosts and we have a real firestorm on our hands, don’t we? Aren’t you tired of being hustled and huckstered? Aren’t you tired of the hype and the political histrionics? Those of us who are absolutely tired of it all have made a commitment to do something about it. First of all, we refuse to be swayed by patronizing pundits and condescending candidates. It matters not what they say; their actions are what matters. Understanding how the system works with regard to what they said versus what they do when they get into office, why are many of our people spending inordinate amounts of time arguing over whose plantation is more comfortable? Rather than organizing ourselves into a voting bloc that must be reckoned with and leveraging our votes, we end up acquiescing
to political parties and their selected candidates. Rather than asking the candidates what they will do for us, we must present our demands to them, and rather than settle for lip-service we must have them sign an agreement signifying their support of our issues. I can hear the moanin’ and groanin’ now. “Jim, they would never do that; so why ask them to?� That kind of defeatist attitude and subsequent surrender is indicative of why we are in the shape we are in today. If they refuse to support our demands, orally and in writing, then why should we vote for them? What do we have to lose? Why vote for any candidate who does not support reciprocity for those who vote for him or her? That’s just stupid. We must stop accepting the hypocrisy of candidates who say one thing and do another; we must not get sidetracked by arguments among political hacks and commentators that mean absolutely nothing to us in the scheme of things. We must stop doing our best impression of Pavlov’s dog when they come to call on us. If nothing is funny, don’t laugh; if you are not itching, don’t scratch. We must change the silly way we deal with politics by collectively leveraging something of substance in return for our votes. If we don’t change, the hucksters, Black ones and White ones, will always win. Join the One Million Conscious Black Voters and Contributors, and let’s make a real difference this time. www. iamoneofthemillion.com Jim Clingman, founder of the Greater Cincinnati African American Chamber of Commerce, is the nation’s most prolific writer on economic empowerment for Black people. He can be reached through his website, blackonomics.com. He is the he author of Black Dollars Matter: Teach Your Dollars How to Make More Sense, which is available through his website; professionalpublishinghouse.com and Amazon Kindle eBooks.
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Her work starting the "Let's Move" initiative has laid out a bold agenda to solve childhood obesity in a generation. In addition, she has worked with Second Lady, Dr. Jill Biden, to start "Joining Forces", calling on all Americans to rally around service members, veterans, and their families. She has represented our country with grace and humility. I cannot wait to see what she does next. I am also honoring Baleka Mbete, the Speaker of the National Assembly of South Africa and Chair of the African National Congress (ANC), the country's current ruling political party. Ms. Mbete began her career as a teacher, but her life quickly became political when her brother was arrested for his involvement in the country's Honorable Baleka Mbete black liberation movement during Apartheid. After his arrest, she left teaching but was quickly arrested as well. During her detention, she received a note from her brother instructing her to go into exile and leave the country.
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Secretary Clinton has built a historic career serving children and families in this country. As First Lady of Arkansas, she was a forceful champion of reforming public education in the state. As First Lady of the United States, she was instrumental in passing the Children's Health Insurance Program, which helped cut the uninsured rate for children in half. As a Senator from New York, she helped our nation rebuild after the September 11th attack on our nation. And as Secretary of State, she stood toe to toe with our allies and adversaries as our nation's Chief Diplomat and advocate. Hillary Clinton offered to this generation a notion that girls can do anything that boys can do. She showed that no matter who you are, or who you are married to, you can pave your own identity and your own story. She has shown that women in politics can be tough and respected. As an elected official and as an American, I am eternally grateful for her sacrifice.
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With the help of the political party she would one day lead, she headed to Swaziland and later to Tanzania. Fourteen years after her exile, she returned to South Africa as the first secretary-general of the ANC Women's League and in 2008, she was elected Deputy President. She was unanimously elected Speaker of the National Assembly in 2014. Baleka Mbete went from exiled teacher to arguably the most powerful person in South Africa. Her time in leadership has been focused on equity for women in employment, education, and basic human rights. Ms. Mbete reminds us that bringing about societal change requires fortitude and struggle. I have great admiration for her achievements. Today I conclude with former United States First Lady, Senator, and Secretary of State, Hillary Clinton.
CURRY: Sizing up the Latest Republican and Democratic Debates TRUTH TO POWER
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George E. Curry, former editor-in-chief of Emerge magazine and editor-in-chief of the National Newspaper Publishers Association News Service (NNPA.) He is a keynote speaker, moderator, and media coach. Curry can be reached through his Web site, www.georgecurry.com. You can also follow him at www.twitter.com/currygeorge and George E. Curry Fan Page on Facebook.
Republican Presidential Debate:
“The first hour of the debate was an absolute disaster for Republicans hoping to rebrand their party heading into the 2016 general election. It looked more like a high school cafeteria food fight than an even semiserious conversation about issues.” Dan Balz, Washington Post “Designed to define candidates’ differences, the debates have become tedious and repetitious rather than enlightening or illuminating. No new information was imparted, no truly new arguments advanced. Even the insults were tiresome.”
Cathleen Decker, Los Angeles Times “His challengers should know by now that they can’t beat Donald Trump at mockery, although Florida Sen. Marco Rubio and Texas Sen. Ted Cruz tried anyway in Thursday’s two-hour presidential debate. For the second straight Republican debate, civility swiftly gave way to mayhem.” Chris Cillizza, Washington Post “...within the first 10 minutes of the debate Trump was insisting that questions about his endowment - not the financial kind - were way off.” “Trump, as he has in nearly every debate, showed a wafer-thin understanding of policy and, when pressed about that lack of knowledge, reverted to name-calling.”
Patrick Healy and Jonathan Martin, New York Times “At times, the face-off in Detroit also deteriorated into the kind of junior high school taunts that have startled many Republican elders but have done little to dent Mr. Trump’s broad appeal.” “Mr. Trump, offered the chance to respond to Mr. Romney with harshness or with substance, chose the former.” Jenna Johnson, Washington Post “Donald Trump is obsessed with size. Obsessed. “For months, the Republican front-runner
has endlessly bragged about the size of his crowds, poll results, personal wealth and any other number he can use to measure himself against his rivals. He often exaggerates, although he swears his measurements are precise and verified. At times the 2016 campaign has felt like, well, a measuring contest in a high school boys’ locker room.” Frank Bruni, New York Times “Trump has succeeded at nothing as fully as he has at infusing the presidential race with a vulgarity that’s absolutely breathtaking. “... We actually witnessed an interchange - in the first 10 minutes, no less - about how well endowed (or not) he is. “It’s worth stopping for a second, letting that sink in and wondering what it says about our country and political process right now. Philip Rucker, Ed O’Kefe and John Wagner, Washington Post “The hottest topic in Michigan - the tainted water scandal in Flint - was brought up in only one question, and it came more than halfway through the debate. Only Rubio was given the chance to respond, and when he did so he expressed outrage while also complaining that Democrats have politicized the issue...” “Despite the harsh rhetoric, Cruz, Kasich and Rubio all said in response to a question that they would support Trump if he was the nominee, and Trump said he would do the same if one of his rivals won.”
DEMOCRATS Anne Gearan and Abby Phillip, Washington Post “Sanders angrily hushed Clinton as she sought to interject. ‘Excuse me, I’m talking,’ he said, drawing gasps from the audience. “If you’re going to talk, tell the whole story,” Clinton replied. “You’ll get your turn,” he snapped. Chris Cillizza, Washington Post “The senator from Vermont had effectively walked a fine line in the previous six debates when it came to attacking Clinton without coming across as bullying or condescending. He tripped and fell while trying to execute that delicate dance on Sunday night.” “The former secretary of state came ready to fight on Sunday night. She kept her hit on Sanders’s opposition to the automobileindustry bailout well hidden in the run-up to the debate to get maximum impact when she dropped it on his head.” “It seemed as though no matter what Clinton was asked about in the debate, her answer wound back to a defense of the current occupant of the White House.” “Don Lemon’s repetition of the ‘Avenue Q’
question was, um, less good. Ditto the ‘Whom do you pray for’ question.)” Todd Graham, CNN “I appreciated Sanders’ response when Clinton said she’d release her transcripts of Wall Street speeches when everyone else did. Sanders, who’s never given a speech to Wall Street, began by waving his arms wildly, as if shooing pigeons in the park, and yelled, ‘I release it.’ This even got a chuckle out of Clinton.” Nicholas Confesore, New York Times “Asked a provocative and difficult question - what racial blind spots do you have? Hillary Clinton dodged with all the elegance of a supertanker, instead answering a previous question before being pushed again by a moderator.” “Whether by choice or necessity, Mrs. Clinton is running as a defender of not only President Obama’s legacy, but also her husband’s. “To a nation still wondering why the Republican candidates are publicly debating penis size and incontinence, the Democrats offered a largely substantive debate about domestic policy.” George E. Curry, former editor-in-chief of Emerge: Black America’s Newsmagazine, is editor-in-chief of EmergeNewsOnline. com.
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When You Get to the Fork in the Road, Don’t Stop Spiritually Speaking by James A. Washington
My church has been teaching on New vs. Old Covenant principles and I was reminded that there is a huge reality surrounding the facts and faith of lost and found. It gave me a history lesson about something I wrote about some time ago. Have you ever been lost; I mean really don’t know where you are, what you’re doing, how did I get to this place lost? I used to wouldn’t or couldn’t admit that to anyone. But, if the truth be told, I’ve been emotionally, clinically, physically, chronically and of course, spiritually lost many times in my life. It’s no accident that finding me by me coincides with me finding my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. You see lost in the secular realm can mean a lot of things, including, simply being lost in time
and space. Geographically, that can mean not knowing which direction to turn in order to get to a particular place at a specific time. Spiritually, being lost runs the gamut from borderline lunacy to physical depravity, from chasing your own tail to sniffing everybody else’s. For those not following my point, merely consider those times in your life when you couldn’t explain your own dumb behavior to anyone, including yourself. Think, if you will, about all of those times when you were in the middle of where even you knew you weren’t supposed to be, but dare I say, you chose not to leave. Folks that’s being lost in the truest sense of the word, if you engage in destructive behavior but can’t stop, live a lifestyle you despise but feel obligated to continue, stay in an abusive situation and won’t leave, love yourself so little that you lose sight of who you really are, blame the world for your predicament and won’t do anything to change it, you just ain’t lost. You oh hell naw lost! The point of the sermon was biblical context will guide you from the foundation of the Old Covenant to the truth of the New. Today we are found in Christ. If being spiritually lost is in essence a
state of mind, doesn’t it stand to reason then that being spiritually found is also a state of mind? You all know how it feels after being lost for a few minutes or a few hours and finally getting going in the right direction. You’ve not yet reached your destination but you experience great joy in the fact that you absolutely know where you’re going. Being spiritually found, or finding yourself spiritually brings the same feeling, only tenfold, because really, most of us have been spiritually lost for more than a few minutes, or a few days or even a few years. To wake up on any given morning and recognize the truth about which I write, necessitates praising God in a manner only the saved can understand. At that point, in that moment of understanding, confusion gives way to clarity, lunacy gives way to sanity, turmoil bows to peace, purpose replaces insignificance and the angst of the spirit is replaced by faith in the Almighty. It’s an awesome thing y’all with some awesome responsibilities. I believe once you find yourself spiritually, there is one irrefutable fact you must acknowledge. You can no longer plead ignorance to the ways of the Lord. No
longer can you play victim to your own self induced frailties. No longer can you claim weakness as an excuse for succumbing to your self-inflicted wounds. This new found spirituality thing bears a price tag for redemption. Salvation does indeed require a paradigm shift. But it’s okay. Just like being on the wrong highway all night and finally finding the right one, even though you’ve gone far out of your way, there’s nothing like finally getting it right. Now it’s just a matter of time. “He said to them, ‘It is not for you to know the time or dates the Father has set by His own authority. But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you’…” All I’m trying to say is being found is so much better than being lost and being spiritually found is considerably better than being spiritually bankrupt. Maybe I’m just glad to know the difference. May God bless and keep you always.
James
Women's History Month at The African American Museum Lecture Series
Mabel M. White Women’s History Month Lecture Thelma Daniels Distinguished Lecture Dr. Demetria McJulien Lassiter Saturday, March 5, 2016 2:00 pm
Dr. Tamara Lewis Saturday, March 12, 2016 2:00 pm
Estella Doty Young Leaders Lecture Dr. Whitney Peoples Saturday, March 19, 2016 2:00 pm
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All lectures in this series are held in the AT&T Auditorium and are free and open to the public Dr. Demetria McJulien Lassiter Retired Professor & Chair Social Work Southern University, Baton Rouge. LA
Dr. Tamara Lewis Assistant Professor of the History of Christianity Perkins School of Theology Southern Methodist University, Dallas TX
Dr. Whitney Peoples Provost Post-Doctoral Fellow in Women's and Gender Studies University of Texas at Arlington Arlington, TX
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Black Wall Street Tour and Ceremony Tulsa, Oklahoma Sunday May 29, 2016 Charter Bus Departing Dallas to Tulsa at 7:30 am from The Act of Change 3200 Lancaster Rd Suite #623, Dallas, TX 75216 $60 per seat. Departing Tulsa to Dallas after Activities Late Sunday Evening Please bring your own food & drink as it will be a long day.
Egbe Egunfewa African Spiritual Society
will host a community ceremony to pay homage to our ancestors that were murdered during the terrorist attack on Black Wall Street and during slavery. For more information call Bro. Fred at 214 607 6445 DEADLINE FOR ALL MONIES IS MONDAY, MAY 23, 2016
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Greater Service Greater Progress
Bonita Herring International Grand Basileus A community service project supporting teen mothers, a public meeting, talent competition, awards program and the undergraduate step show are just a few of the activities held during the Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc.’s Southwest Regional Conference at the Renaissance Dallas Hotel, 2222 North Stemmons Freeway, Dallas. Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. was organized on November 12, 1922, in Indianapolis, Indiana, by seven young educators: Mary Lou Allison Gardner Little, Dorothy Hanley Whiteside, Vivian White Marbury, Nannie Mae Gahn Johnson, Hattie Mae Annette Dulin Redford, Bessie Mae Downey Rhoades Martin and Cubena McClure. The group became an incorporated national collegiate sorority on December 30, 1929, when a charter was granted to Alpha chapter at Butler University. The 23rd Sigma Gamma Rho International Basileus (President) is Bonita Herring. A proud alum of Southern University, Henry Etta O’Neal is the Southwest Regional Syntaktes (Director), covering the states of Texas, Louisiana, Arkansas and Oklahoma. Soaring to greater heights of attainment around the World, Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc., as a leading national service organization, has met the challenges of the day and continues to grow through Sisterhood, Scholarship and Service. From seven young educators, Sigma Gamma Rho has become an international service organization comprised of women from every profession. Sigma Gamma Rho offers its members opportunities to develop their unique talents through leadership training and involvement in sorority activities. Sorority activities provide an atmosphere where friendships and professional contacts are developed which often lead to bonds that last a lifetime. Sigma women are dedicated to helping each other and their personal success is recognized
in The AURORA and through various awards. Sigma Gamma Rho’s commitment to service is expressed in its slogan, “Greater Service, Greater Progress.” The sorority has a proud history of offering service wherever chapters exist, including OPERATION BigBookBag, a program designed to address the needs, challenges and issues that face school-aged children who are educationally at-risk in local homeless shelters and extended care hospitals. The objective is for chapters to provide their local homeless shelters and children hospitals with educational materials, equipment and supplies. Other national projects include Wee Savers, Project Reassurance and Habitat for Humanity, Sigma Gamma Rho built seven homes across the United States in Florida, District of Columbia, Wisconsin, California, and Texas. The service of Sigma Gamma Rho from a global perspective includes Project Africa and Project Mwanamugimu. Through active participation in programs and through networking with other organizations such as the National Council of Negro Women, Urban League and the NAACP, Sigma’s legacy of service to improve the quality of life for all mankind continues. It was at the 14th Boule, which convened in New York City, New York, on December 27-30, 1939, that the Southwestern Region was officially established. Following the 14th Boule, the Southwestern Region was organized in 1940 in the home of Soror Lucille Hicks Sheppard, in Houston, Texas, under the leadership of Soror Mary Scales Greenwood, who served as Regional Syntaktes from 1940-1948. During her tenure, Soror Greenwood organized the most chapters in this region. Although the Southwestern Region was founded in 1940, its presence could be felt years before its official founding date when six educators were interested in furthering greater womenhood, scholarship, community service and leadership. As a result of their vision, the Alpha Lambda and Gamma Sigma Chapters were founded in 1928. The first Boule held in the Southwestern Region took place in Houston, Texas, on December 27-29, 1938, and was hosted by the Alpha Lambda and Gamma Sigma Chapters. The Southwest region has placed layers in the foundation of the organization with the creation of the sorority mascot “The Poodle” designed by Past Regional Syntaktes Quindonell Robertson. To open avenues for other ladies in our communities the Philo Comrades, now Philo Affiliates were organized in 1943 in Galveston, Texas under the leadership of Past Syntaktes Mary Scales Greenwood.
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Notable members of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. There are several notable women who are members of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. Television, film and radio Hettie Vyrine Barnhill - singer, dancer, actress, choreographer Louise Beavers - actress (film Imitation of Life, 1934) Lee Chamberlin - actress Merri Dee - longtime news anchor and reporter, WGN-TV CW Chicago Ellia English - actress/producer, (sitcom The Jamie Foxx Show') Anna Maria Horsford - actress, (sitcoms Amen (TV series) and The Wayans Bros.) Mother Love - daytime talk show host, radio personality Linda McClure - actress, model Marilyn McCoo - actress, singer Hattie McDaniel - actress, first African-American to be nominated and to win an Academy Award for her supporting role in the 1939 epic movie Gone with the Wind Okema T. Moore - actress Brenda Pressley - actress Victoria Rowell - actress, The Young and the Restless, foster care activist LaRita Shelby - entertainer, host, singer, motivational speaker, former Miss Black World Monique Williams - reporter, WOLO-TV ABC Columbia Tonya Lee Williams - actress, The Young and the Restless Audrey Jones - Emmy Award winner, producer of The View Music Vanessa Bell Armstrong - Grammy-nominated gospel recording artist
Myiia "Sunny" Hawkins - Gospel recording artist, songwriter, Broadway actress, Pastor Eva Jessye - first African-American female to receive international distinction as a professional choral conductor, conducted choir at March on Washington, 1963 Maysa Leak - Grammy-nominated jazz singer MC Lyte (born Lana Michele Moorer) - HipHop recording artist Kelly Price - Grammy-nominated R&B singer Martha Reeves - R&B and Pop singer, former politician, former lead singer of the Motown girl group "Martha and the Vandellas" Comedy Leighann Lord - comedian Ms. Dupree - comedian, Tom Joyner Show Politics and government 'Lindy' Marie Corrine Morrison Claiborne Boggs - 1st female U.S. Representative in Louisiana Corrine Brown - U.S. Representative, D Florida Eugenia Charles - 1st female Prime Minister of Dominica, 1st female elected head of government in the Americas Gwendolyn Sawyer Cherry - 1st African American female to serve on the State Legislator in Florida, educator, lawyer, author, Florida House Representative Elaine H. Palmer - 215th Civil District Judge, Harris County, Texas Georgia Davis Powers - 1st female and person of color elected to the Kentucky State Senate Robin Kelly - U.S. Representative, D - Illinois Andrea C. McElroy - former Council 1st Vice President of the Township of Irvington, New Jersey Service and activism Hydeia Broadbent - HIV/AIDS activist, motivational speaker
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Maritza Correia (McClendon) - 2004 Olympic Silver Medalist (swimming), first Puerto Rican of African descent in the US to set an American and World swimming record Uhunoma Osazuwa - 2012 Olympic competitor (Women's Heptathlon), Nigerian track and field athlete Alia Atkinson - Alia Atkinson 3xJamaican Olympian – World Champion 100m Breaststroke – World Record Holder Sharrieffa Barksdale – 3X Olympian President of USATF Athlete Alumni Association
Selena Sloan Butler - founder and first president of the National Congress of Colored Parents and Teachers Association (NCCPTA) Dr. Julia Davis - educator and librarian in African American contributions to American History, (namesake of the Julia Davis branch of the St. Louis Public Library) Dr. Lorraine A. Williams - first African-American female Vice President for Academic Affairs at Howard University [1] Dr.Vickie Cox Edmondson - first Associate Provost for Student Success at Morehouse College
Authors, journalists and writers Alice Childress- author of "A Hero Ain't Nothin' But A Sandwich" Darieth Chisolm - former news anchor, WPXI Pittsburgh Dr. Margena A. Christian - Senior editor and writer, Ebony (Magazine) Joy Collins-Profet - General Manager, Essence Communications Alice Allison Dunnigan - journalist, first African-American female correspondent to receive White House credentials Tiffany A. Flowers - children's author Cynthia Horner - editor of Hip-Hop Weekly, former editor of Right On! magazine Beverly Jenkins - historical romance novelist Omegia Keeys - publisher, writer, motivational speaker Michelle Monkou - romance novelist Chizu Shindo Suzuki - artist, writer (Japanese) Joyce Carol Thomas - poet, playwright, author of over 30 children's books Pat Tucker - novelist Priscilla Williams White - author of "The Children - What Shall We Tell Them About God?" Kanisha L. Ffriend - author of "I, Too, Am a Dancer!"
Science, research and academia Dr. Lillian M. Beard - pediatric doctor, medical expert, former columnist and editor for Good Housekeeping Magazine Dr. Myiesha Taylor, MD, FACEP - emergency room doctor, founder and President of Artemis Medical Society, (namesake of Dr. Myiesha McStuffins of Disney's "Doc McStuffins") Business and law Mary T. Washington Wiley - first African-American female to become a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) in the U.S. Ruth Whitehead Whaley - first African-American female to actively practice law in New York (1925) Religion Carolyn Tyler Guidry - second woman elected as a bishop of the AME Church Rev. Willie T. Barrow - Director of Operations, Operation PUSH/Rainbow Coalition Rev. Barbara Jean Allen - Assistant Pastor, Trinity United Church of Christ, Chicago
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Race Baiting A review of the movie Race
By Eva D. Coleman Were you thinking Race the movie would only be about Jesse Owens? Think again! Race has multiple meanings. While the life of Owens the athlete runs throughout the film, you’ll be reeled into on-screen story lines of poverty, racism, sports and corruption...some having nothing to do with Owens at all.
Stephan James stars as Owens and turns on the charm as a likable character with a warm smile. His track and field prowess at Ohio State University is championed long before the 1936 Berlin Olympic games. Side note: It’s a nice touch that his Alpha Phi Alpha lapel pin is proudly displayed on his jacket as he walks around campus. Coach Larry Snyder, played by Jason Sudeikis, goes to great lengths to make it easy for his star athlete. There’s a pay to play scenario where Snyder works a wage earning deal for Owens after he reveals being an unwed father who needs to care for his home. Groupies ruin relationships. It was the same back then as in present day. During a college sports road trip, Owens encounters a woman who definitely knows who he is and becomes the temptress that leads him down a path of unfaithfulness. The movie shows comical yet heartwarming scenes where Owens has to make things right with his hometown girl and mother of his child, whom he eventually marries.
Stand up for the cause? Owens is paid a visit by the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) who attempt to persuade him to not take part in the Berlin Olympics to send a strong message of solidarity for Blacks in the United States. In response, James delivers a classic line as Owens, saying “There ain’t no black and white, it’s only fast or slow.” The U.S. Olympic Committee is on trial in this movie. Recent news events revealing corruption in this arena are demonstrated as happening during this era as well. While Owens’ record-breaking four gold medals during the Olympic games in Berlin, Germany are promoted as the premise of the film, the rule of Hitler, Nazi back alley dealings and the embattled treatment of Jewish people leap hurdles over the triumph of his victories.
Local artist & world renowned photographer pay tribute to influence of African American Women in dual exhibit
2016 NABJ Region III Conference The National Association of Black Journalists will host the 2016 Region III Conference April 8 - 10 at the Downtown Memphis Sheraton, 250 N. Main St., Memphis, TN. This year's conference theme "Race Matters: Looking Back, Moving Forward" reflects on the impact race has had on recent coverage from police shootings to the upcoming elections. While in Memphis, a city with a history of civil rights, we see the similarities between the racial issues of past and present day, with an eye to prevent repeating them in the future. This conference will feature insightful programming that will impact working journalists, freelance and transitioning journalists, public relations practitioners, entrepreneurs and students. Conference attendees will have the opportunity to network with other journalists, public relations professionals and entrepreneurs in workshops that will include the return of our interactive producers/reporters boot camp and student interview critiques. Other exciting workshops include the issue of protecting journalists in the field, mid-career choices and changes, journalists and PTSD, Black Twitter and social media, and for the first time, a special two-part IRE workshop. The 2016 Region III Achiever will be awarded and another first, R3's new "Media and Me Essay Contest" for aspiring high school journalists. For questions, details and partnership opportunities at gayle.d.hurd@gmail.com or 301-405-8281.
I suppose producers/directors would have a hard time securing funding to make a film about Owens alone. #OscarsSoWhite An emotional scene occurs after Owens returns to the United States. Soon after proving to be the fastest man in the world by winning gold medals for HIS country, he’s forced to enter the back doors of the hotel to attend a dinner being held in his honor. Race is on the run with racial tensions from a historical perspective. The choice is yours to take the bait, or keep on swimming.
pre-emancipation proclamation, extending to modern day. The driving force behind the exhibition stems from a documentary on famous singer and songwriter, Nina Simone – capturing her greatest accomplishments as a Civil Rights activist. “Blacker the Berry” conveys the combination of beauty in varying colorful portraits portrayed in a complex surrealist style.
Now that Black History Month is over, it’s time to celebrate women. “Blacker the Berry” and “Black Beauty Shops” are must see exhibits that aim to do just that during Women’s History Month at the African American Museum in Dallas, Texas. This joint exhibit is underway and features artist Jonathon Foster, who is best known for his portraits utilizing a stencil/abstract coloring method of iconic figures and photographer Paul Greenberg, who has a passion for social-documentary photography. Both artists seek to highlight the influence of the backbone of the African American society, which is unequivocally the black woman.
The exhibit, “Black Beauty Shops,” continues to pay homage to all women through the lens of photographer Paul Greenberg. The black beauty salon has long served as a refuge for black women who openly discuss religion, sex, money, politics, and any problem she can talk about nowhere else. Greenberg’s iconic photographs in black and white span over six decades and the retired doctor’s art work has been displayed worldwide. The photographer has a passion for documenting occupations and this time it’s the black hair stylist taking center stage. Greenberg’s grasp of lighting and composition speaks to his ability as a master printer and the exhibit further highlights how the beauty industry paved the way for African American entrepreneurs and advocates for the black community.
Foster’s portraits in “Blacker the Berry” reflect a deeper social-political agenda with an emphasis on the role of the African American woman. This captivating exhibit walks you through a linear chronological timeline from
Museum hours: Tuesday-Friday 11am-5pm; Saturday 10am-5pm. The African American Museum is closed on Sunday and Monday. Admission is free
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AFRICAN AMERICAN MUSEUM 2016 The Science of Art Summer Camp
Grades 3rd -5th Full Scholarships Are Available !
Application Deadline
May 3, 2016 Camp Time: 8:00am - 5:00pm
Fee:$200 per student
Drop - Off 7:30 am Pick - Up 6:00 pm
Breakfast and Lunch will be Sponsored By:
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Reel-ality TV Talk
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I must admit that channel surfing several years ago, I popped in an episode of the Real Housewives. I initially judged and acted outraged and planned to turn the channel. But I couldn’t, it was just too polarizing and real. I remember these questions going through my mind: * Why would anyone put themselves on blast like this? * I wonder how much that house costs? * Is she really spending that much money on a trinket? * She seems lonely and desperate, now I get it? * I could never... really? This is so good * I appreciate her honesty, but gosh this is embarrassing. And the list continues... then I found myself, recording episodes in fear of missing them. Yearning to know what happens next. Then before I knew it, I was hooked on several Real Housewives shows.
Kenya and one of the nephews getting arrested along with accidentally knocking out his aunt when she tried to intercede. The break ups... OMG! Very few marriages survive the attention. I think of Porsha (RHOA), she didn’t have a chance. She entered the show as a stepford wife and a few seasons later, she divorced and showed a wild side.
Let’s break down what’s addictive...
Teresa Giudice, (RHONJ) who just completed, her prison time, is still committed to her marriage, even though, Joe, is going away this month for three years. I’m reading her book now!
The luxury... Do you remember Yolanda’s refrigerator from “The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills”? Heck it has its on Twitter account. One of the newest housewives on that show is Erica Jayne, married to the famed attorney who won the Eric Brockovich case. She has a church, which I don’t think she uses, in her house, just because. Lisa Vanderpump on the same show is a show stopper; she actually has a mini petting zoo, right in front of her house. It’s not just the houses, it’s the lifestyle. The meals, the clothes, the venues, the cars, it never ends. The vacations... It’s common practice to see the every Real Housewife franchise cast mates go on vacations together. Knowing that they would never do that in real life, but there are numerous benefits! * Luxurious hotels are always nice to see; * Fabulous meals are being served that make your mouth water; * Close quarters with nowhere to go, or family to run to, creates drama on steroids * There’s often too much drinking, which brings out the feisty personality in everyone * There’s often company that mixes things up, like on a recent Real Housewives of Atlanta episode, when one of the wives brought in their rude but grown nephews. This led to a confrontation with
What about Tamara from RHOOC, she’s still feeling the pain of her nasty divorce and she’s remarried. One of the more recent is Phaedra (RHOA); her husband will be locked up for eight years, she’s must do something.
The most famous divorce of The Real Housewives, comes from New York City; Bethenny Frankel is still fighting, nearly four years later for her money. The Paycheck... Let’s be real, this is the “why” for most of the housewives behind fame! But, if they are smart, strategic and savvy, the paycheck can grow infinitely. How you ask? * Creating their own product - Skinny girl anyone? You do know this is a million dollar company several times over? * Endorsements - well, this is not just for the sports guys * Drama on steroids gets you a lot of camera time and big paychecks. Ask Nene, still Queen Bee in that world; * Other shows - you are now famous and other shows will leverage that fame! * Books - Yep, I’m reading Teresa Giudice’s book now, interesting so far. * Spinoff shows - Lisa Vanderpump, Kandi Buruss * Hit songs in spite of talent - Kim Zolciak, Luanne de Lesseps and Kenya Moore, and the list continues! Bottom line, whether we can relate or we just judge, it’s addictive!
Do you know this man? POLICE have not apprehended Pookie the serial rapist. We know he has attacked members of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. and there is a $5,000 reward offered by Crime Stoppers. If you have ANY information, PLEASE call Crime Stoppers
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ASK ALMA: Get out of the way ex-wife My husband was married very young, from the age of 20-22. The marriage was a disaster and they divorced without having a conversation or even seeing each other in court. He didn’t contest it or show up to the court date. She recently found him on Facebook and asked if she could give him a call. When he came and asked me about it, I said it would be ok. My husband and I are very close; we have successful adult children, and a lovely grandchild. We are very active in our church. I said yes, because we’ve had a wonderful life, a happy and loving 25 years of marriage. I was ok with it at first, but lately they’ve been having long conversations on the phone and what I thought was going to be a one or two time thing, is still going on. He talks to her while I’m in the room. They seem to have a really good friendship building. My patience has run thin. I recently told him the conversations need to stop and he said no. She’s not married, lives in another state, and has cancer. He says he wants to be there for her, but I don’t think that’s his place. I trust my husband but I don’t trust her. I think she is lonely and just reminiscing about my husband. I know I opened this
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can of worms but what do I do to put the lid back on. Should I threaten to leave and give him an ultimatum? D.T. Tampa, Fla. TBT Tampa, It would never sit well with me to tell someone to leave a marriage of 25 years. What may be a deal breaker for one, might not be for another. What I will say is, you are not the number one woman in your husbands heart – right now. I know, I know, that’s a handful of hurt to hold, but honesty is what you get while sitting in the Ask Alma Café, and you my dear took a seat. First and foremost, don’t ever offer an ultimatum, or you may find yourself unaccompanied. Giving an ultimatum to your partner is like offering a cold glass of pride and arrogance.
Come on PEOPLE! Don’t you CARE? Will it matter when it is your sister, mother, aunt or grandmotheror maybe YOU?
The offer of “my way or the highway” doesn’t give the other person a reasonable choice or viable option. You have one of two decisions to make. You can turn the other cheek and wait for this circus to pass through town, (‘cause we both know it will), or you can start to do what’s needed to regain your number one “I’m every womanwife #1” status. The choice is up to you. Since your husband was honest enough to bring this to your attention and ask for permission, I don’t think these long talks are a threat to your marriage. As you mentioned, she’s in one state and you guys live in another. When one takes the time to finalize, wrap up life lessons and loose ends over the years, it can be cathartic. I think he’s trying to extend a more compassionate side of himself because she’s ill. Don’t fault him for that. Deal with him based on what he actually does, not what you’ve imagined him doing. Mark my words, the rambles of reminiscing will begin to roll away, because at some point one of them will remember why they divorced in the first place. I anticipate that will be your husband. If you had asked me
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CALENDAR March 17
Southwest Regional Conference at Renaissance Hotel
March 18-19
"Losing Ground" Hey Film Lovers! You're invited to our FREE screening of "Losing Ground" - a groundbreaking film by Kathleen Collins.....It's a comedy-drama about a Black American female philosophy professor and her insensitive, philandering, and flamboyant artist husband who are having a marital crisis. Well when the wife goes off .........You'll just have to see for yourself :-) March 18th & 19th at 7:30 pm. #sdcc365 #filmscreening #moviescreening #dallasculture #free #thingstodo #dallas #comedy #drama
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2016 National Women’s History Month Program Women’s Education – Women’s Empowerment 12:00 Noon Black Police Association of Greater Dallas, 211 Centre St, Dallas, TX 75208 $10.00 per Person Leadership Conference Perfect Effort Book Signings Workshops Speakers EXPO FREE ADMISSION Limited Time Only Vendor Spaces Available Special Promotion $79.00 (Includes Draped Table, Chairs, Attendance Fee & Lunch) Workshop Presenters / Speakers / Panel Facilitators
New Year...New You..Perfect Effort Leadership Conference We Can Do IT Positive Connection for Women from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM CDT Double Tree by Hilton Hotel Dallas -DFW Airport N. 4441 W. John Carpenter Freeway Irving, TX 75063 ********* Hip Hop Cowboys Fifth Annual Spring Rodeo will be rocked by rapper and hip-hop artist Paul Wall, a Grammy-nominated artist with Swishahouse Records and Atlantic Records who is known for his incredible freestyle ability. Soul and R&B singer-songwriter Betty Wright will be wowing the crowd with her performance, including hits like “Clean Up Woman” and “Tonight is the Night.” David and Tamela Mann of “It’s a Mann’s World” on BET are expected to make an appearance. Tickets are on sale now for the event, which will be held at Mesquite Arena at 1818 Rodeo Drive in Mesquite on Saturday, March 19. Doors open at 6 p.m. and the show starts at 7 p.m. with a grand entry rodeo parade.
March 20
Psi Chapter’s Woman Of The Year Celebration HOST: Iota Phi Lambda Sorority, Inc. 972-291-8976
www. T E X A S M E T R O N E W S . com SUNDAY, MARCH 20 AT 6:00 PM Hilton Garden Inn Dallas/Market Center 2325 North Stemmons Freeway Dallas, TX 75207 In The Words Of Sistah: I Am Here The longest running all female poetry/spoken word show of its kind. Poetry lovers are invited to celebrate 9 years of finger snapping and spoken word that Touches, Moves, and Inspires! Featuring: Anita Crethers, Barbara Audacity, Eden The Enchanted, Elle Davis, Emotion Brown, Jessica Velasquez Jus Tay, Lady Caress, ReviveAll Special Guest Performance by Rage Almighty Music by Lyn Lyric Smith Dance by Day Hall Hosted by B Randall 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM South Dallas Cultural Center - 3400 S Fitzhugh Ave Dallas , Texas 75210
March 21
Barbershop Neighborhood Truck Tour ft. Ice Cube at 11:30 am PQC Cookout on the Student Union Patio Michael Eric Dyson at PQC This is a special edition of Rev. Frederick D. Haynes, III's class. Monday, March 21st at 6:00 pm Student Union Grand Lounge Representatives from Barnes and Noble will be available if you would like to purchase a copy of his new book “The Black Presidency.”
March 24
An Evening With Great Women WHEN: Thursday, March 24th, 2016; 5:30 pm-7:30 pm WHERE: Tarrant County College - Trinity River Campus Join us for a night of networking, learning how to #BeHeard & celebrating Women's History Month. ************ An Evening With Great Women Join us for a night of networking, learning how to #BeHeard & celebrating Women's History Month. 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Tarrant County College - Trinity River Campus 300 Trinity Campus Circle, Fort Worth TX 76102March 27
March 25-27
We Takin' It To The Roots Y'all! Michelle Gibson is a force of nature and her latest dancework, "Takin' It To The Roots" will take you on a journey to Second Line country like none you've ever experienced, we guarantee! Co-commissioned by South Dallas Cultural Center and Ashe Cultural Arts Center in New Orleans, "Takin It To The Roots" includes original music by Brent Nance & Jason Davis, videography by Bart Weiss and script by Jonathan Norton. March 25-27, 2016 8pm & 3 pm South Dallas Cultural Center Theater 3400 S. Fitzhugh Ave. Dallas, Texas 75210 For more information call 214-939-2787 https://www.eventbrite.com/e/takin-it-to-theroots-tickets-22138641272
March 26 Operation Blue Shield Race: Chick-fil-A Connect Race Series Registration: 7:00-7:50am Dallas City Hall 1500 Marilla St., Dallas, TX 75201
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Voices that Matter ft. Pastor John Gray 7:00 pm Paul Quinn College Student Union Grand Lounge
April 2
New Leaf Family Church (Dr. Corey C. Toney, Sr., Pastor), Pastoral Care Committee, 1707 N. St. Augustine, Dallas, TX 75217 What: Pastor & Wife Appreciation Gala – (Black Tie Affair) (Dr. Corey C. Toney, Sr., and First Lady, LaShawn Toney) When: Saturday April 2, 2016 – from 6:30 pm -10:00 pm Where: Red Oak Municipal Center, 200 Lakeview Parkway, Red Oak, TX 75154 The Pastoral committee is hosting first Pastor & Wife Appreciation gala on Sat. April 2, 2016. The Theme is “Leaders Motivated by Love. Tickets can be purchased online at www.newleaffamilychurch.org, at CT’s Real Deal Barbeque or by calling 214-263-4894 and for more information. 28th Image Awards Celebration on Saturday, April 2 at the Anatole at 7:00 p.m. This year’s theme is Pink Jazz - Providing Inspiration – Nurturing Knowledge. Our 28th Image Award Honoree is Steven L. Hayes, Professor of Music, Lecturer and Director of Choral Music at Wiley College.
Money Management Work$hops Saturday, March 19, 2016 Frankford Townhomes Center 18110 Marsh Lane Dallas, TX 75287
9:30 a.m. – 11: 00 a.m. Entrepreneurs: Business Plan Development
11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Consumers: Healthy bank account management and debt free living
FREE – Open to the Public
DST-NDSA, P.O. Box 830604, Richardson, TX 75083 www.dstndsa.org info@dstndsa.org 214-452-7835
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Growing Awareness for Women and Children in Golf Game Dallas area golf professional Maulana Dotch's passion is to increase the awareness of golf among women and children. That is why she is hosting the Maulana Dotch Golf Classic presented by Bishop Arts CrossFit. It will be held Friday, April 22, 2016 at Cedar Crest Golf Course, 1800 Southerland Avenue, Dallas, Texas. 75203. T he tournament begins at 8:30 a.m. with a shotgun start. The event includes breakfast, lunch, golf awards, and prizes. Last year the classic was for women only, but this year everyone is welcome to play - women, men, and juniors. Maulana Dotch is the first African-American woman in Texas and the second in America to earn her Class A, PGA Membership and become certified as a LPGA Teaching Professional. In addition to teaching adults golf at Cedar Crest Golf Course, Ms. Dotch teaches boys and girls the game of golf. She conducts the Cedar Crest Junior Golf Program, the LPGA Girls Golf Program and instructs The First Tee of Greater Dallas Program. Proceeds from the tournament will provide scholarships
to Cedar Crest junior golfers who are graduating seniors and donations to causes such as The Center for Empowerment and the Pink Tee Foundation "I am so committed to growing the game of golf among women and children, especially minorities," said Maulana Dotch. "I want to use this event as an avenue to grow the awareness of the game and how golf can open doors to other opportunities in life, especially for kids." The tournament includes the following events: 7:00 a.m. - Registration and Breakfast 8:30 a.m. - Shotgun Start 2:00 p.m. - Luncheon and Awards Ceremony For entry fee details on the tournament, visit http://www. tournevents.com/mdi2016. Sponsorship levels range from $7500.00 to $250.00. For sponsorship opportunities, e-mail mdotch@pga.com. Save
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Cordially Invites You to attend our Annual Business Month Celebration Honoring African American Business Owners Women Entrepreneurs Community Leaders & Our Hall of Fame Inductee Saturday, April 2, 2016 11:00 A.M. Doubletree by Hilton – Market Center 2015 Market Center Blvd. Dallas, TX 75207
Business Attire
Brenda Jackson-Napier, Chair
Donation $50.00
Judy Reeves, Co Chair Daphne Hornbuckle, Psi Chapter President
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Your time to SHINE!
Dallas Black Marriage Day
2016
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Celebr ation ANNUAL th
Saturday, April 23
You're cordially invited!
Winning couple will receive a couples getaway at any Omni Hotel & Resort
Omni Hotel in downtown Dallas. Event Registration is FREE and opens March 2016.
REGISTER TO ATTEND We invite you to join us as we honor outstanding couples who have been nominated by family and friends for "Couple of the Year" award. These special couples are celebrated amidst 250-300 guests, where two winning couples will be announced and inducted into the DBMD Hall of Fame. There will be great food, live music, dancing, laughter and some tears as attendees from all over the Dallas area come to celebrate the value of successful marriages in the African American community.
To Register to Attend and get your FREE tickets visit
www.DallasBlackMarriageDay.com Event Registration opens March 2016.
Event sponsored in part by Enroll in a relationship workshop online bethechampion.org 12800 Hillcrest Rd, Ste A101 • Dallas, Texas 75230 • 214-426-0900 Partial funding for this project was provided by the United States Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families, Grant: 90FK0085. Any opinions, findings, and conclusions or recommendations expressed in this material are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the United States Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families.