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September 22, 2010

The Art Of War National Constitution Center partnered with US Army Center of Military History and National Museum of the US Army to launch a unique exhibition of soldier artist paintings and drawings which have been stored for decades in Washington. Master Sgt. Martin Cervantez, Army Artist-in-Residence, stands with his painting, "A Huge Responsibility," from Afghanistan.

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City Union Backs Toomey

REPUBLICAN US Senatorial candidate Pat Toomey was endorsed by AFSCME Local 159, The City’s prison-systems union, this week. He’s shaking hands here with Lorenzo North, president. Looking on is Business Agent Eric Hill.

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oomey and Sestak were tied in a certain poll in mid-July, 43%-43%.

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Toomey has since gained 7 points and it now at 50%, according to the same pollster. That’s the results of this week’s Quinnipiac Poll.

It seems Joe Sestak’s $3 million blitz on television to date has not made a dent.

Toomey leads handily among independents, 54-36%. Quinnipiac notes today, “Toomey's lead among independents is why he is ahead.”

Toomey is leading in a state where the Democrats hold a 1 million voter registration edge. However, this poll finds the majority of voters in Pennsylvania disapprove of the job President Obama is doing in Washington, 50%-46%.

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School District’s Taskforce On Racial and Cultural Harmony Presents Final Report Today At the regularly scheduled meeting of

phia’s Taskforce on Racial & Cultural

presentation at the SRC meeting will

the School Reform Commission this

Harmony.

highlight the context and background

afternoon, the Commissioners will

of the taskforce, the committee

hear a presentation on the final report

The SRC meeting, set to begin at 2

process, themes and recommendations

of the School District of Philadel-

p.m., will take place in the 2nd-floor

that emerged from the committee re-

auditorium of the School District Edu-

ports, and next steps.

Poll Shows Corbett Leading Over Onorato By 15 Points

cation Center, 440 N. Broad Street.

The presenters are expected to include the taskforce’s co-chairs. They are the Rev. Steven Avinger, Sr., the Rev. Bonnie Camarda, Todd Bernstein and Kay Kyungsun Yu, Esq.

ccording to an article in the

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Pittsburgh Tribune Review, Tom Corbett enters the gu-

bernatorial campaign’s final six weeks with a 15-point polling lead and more than twice as much money as his Democratic rival, Dan Onorato. The financial disclosures were made as a pair of polls released Tuesday show Republicans leading Democrats in high-profile races. A Quinnipiac University poll found Corbett leading Onorato 54%-39% among likely voters. Corbett's campaign finance report showed $7.7 million in the bank, compared with Onorato’s $3.4 million.

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The taskforce was convened by Superintendent Arlene Ackerman in December 2009. Its members, comprised of approximately 50 individuals from a cross-section of Philadelphia, were organized into regional committees.

They went out to schools throughout the District in the spring to dialogue with regional superintendents, principals, teachers, staff and students regarding issues of race and culture.

Reports from the regional committees that stemmed from these dialogues were then compiled into the taskforce’s final report. This report and the THE PHILADELPHIA DAILY RECORD

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“We're here to provide a model for what our city needs to do to keep its residents safe. Casinos will never sincerely work to reduce addiction, as addicts are their most profitable customers. We believe this casino needs to be held accountable to the community, and it can only remain accountable if we document its consistently negative impacts,” said Lily Cavanagh, a town-watch organizer and director for Casino-Free Philadelphia. They plan to hold 50 such watches during SugarHouse’s first year open.

Before the ribbon-cutting ceremony, Casino-Free Philadelphia will reveal what it believes should go in place of SugarHouse – a community waterfront vision, a 1000 sq. ft. mural that has been painted by hundreds of Philadelphians.

“SugarHouse relies on predatory tactics to make a profit. We are going to chip away at those tactics, and minimize their harmful impacts. Without slots-oncredit, without 24/7 alcohol service, without their other predatory tactics, SugarHouse becomes a loser for owner Neil Bluhm and investors” said Dan Hajdo, spokesperson for Casino-Free Philadelphia.

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2010 Sep. 22 DA Seth Williams fundraiser at Phillies Ball Game. Free drinks and appetizers from 5 p.m. at McFadden’s. Ticket for ball game included.

For details contact Zeli (610)-8040552.

Sep. 23 Fundraiser for Michelle Brownlee at Level Rm., 2102 Market St., 5:307:30 p.m. Donation levels $25-$250.

For info Wayne Johns (215) 9132429 or Clay Mason (215) 684-1919.

Sep. 23 Fundraiser for State Sen. Mike Stack at La Veranda, Pier 3, Penns Landing, 5:30-7:30 p.m. For info (717) 939-5976 or email Ksidella@thewsgrup.com.

Sep. 23 Fundraiser for State Rep. Kenyatta Johnson at Warmdaddy’s, 1400 S. Columbus Blvd., 6-8 p.m. Donations $75-$250.

Sep. 23-26 Epiphany of Our Lord Italian Festival on Jackson St. from 12th to Broad Sts. Events begin with pasta dinner at 6:15 p.m. on 9/23. For reservations Mina (267) 240-1992.

Outdoor vendors selling food and games of chance. Live music features Adonis on Friday and Hegeman String Band and The Business on Saturday. For children, games and a magic show. Should it rain, events will be moved indoors. All proceeds benefit school.

Sep. 24Reopening of Centro Claver, 3552 N. 6th St., 1 p.m. In attendance is Puerto Rican singer and activist Danny Rivera. For info Altagracia (215) 626-6502.

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Kal Rudman Program Proves Its Worth ith the unemployment

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rate seemingly stuck, here’s good news about a

program that educates and places in jobs. Thirteen students, aged 22 to 58, will graduate from the Nurse Aid Training Program at Community Col-

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The complete cost was underwritten by the Kal & Lucille Rudman Foundation. The six-week program consists of 74 hours of instruction and laboratory, and 62 hours of clinical instruction.

The program assists individuals who are unemployed or underemployed by providing short-term training and employment. Students will take the State Nurse Aid Certification exam as part of the program, and job-placement services are provided.

Initial job placement for students in the program has been averaging close to 65%.

The Nurse Aide course, which includes classroom lecture, lab skills and clinical practicum, prepares individuals for employment in long-term care facilities, hospitals, and nursing homes.

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the corner of Roosevelt Boulevard).

Stack Will Lay Flags To Rest

2010 Sep. 24Al Stewart hosts 11th Ward Fish Fry at Lou & Choo’s, 21st & Hunting Pk. Ave., 5-9 p.m. Donation $10. For info Tutie Edwards (215) 228-3134.

Sep. 2465th Republican Ward Exec. Committee hosts Fall Bash at Ashburner Inn, 8400 Torresdale Ave., 7-10 p.m. Tickets $20. For info (215) 298-2251.

Sep. 25State Rep. Jim Roebuck sponsors Energy Conservation Workshop at West Regional Center of Community Coll., 4725 Chestnut St., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Each attendee will receive free energy kit, including efficient light bulbs, shower heads, and weather stripping. Attendees RSVP by Sep. 18 to (215) 307-4917.

The Philadelphia Flag Day Association will be at the expo to collect the flags to properly dispose of them. Federal law stipulates American flags that are no longer fit for display should be burned in a dignified manner.

“The American flag deserves the utmost respect, even when we can’t display it anymore, so I thank the

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Philadelphia Flag Day Association for

Senior Expo may bring any old, worn

and tattered flags to bring with you,”

American flags for proper disposal.

Stack said. “I’m looking forward to

enior citizens who attend State

offering this service and I encourage

Sen. Mike Stack’s upcoming

seniors to check your home for old

the expo and I welcome all seniors to The free event, which is open to local

take part in an informative and fun-

seniors, will take place on Friday, Oct.

filled day.”

1 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Pennsylvania National Guard Armory, lo-

For more information, call the Sena-

cated at 2700 Southampton Road (at

tor’s district office at (215) 695-1020.

Sep. 25State Sen. Shirley Kitchen and Deliverance Evangelistic Church host free Health Fair at Church Parking Lot, 21st & Lehigh, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free mammogram appointments co-sponsored by Fox Chase Cancer Center for women ages 40 and older.

No insurance necessary, but doctor’s note is required. Call Debra Resnick at (215) 214-1682 for appointment.

Sep. 25Democrat 56th Ward Picnic, joined by 35th, 53rd & 55th Wards, Cottman & Central Aves., 1 p.m.-dark. Tickets $35. For info (215) 742-8600.

Sep. 25Girard Business & Arts Ass’n hosts Girard Fest, W. Girard Ave. between Front and 4th Streets. Live bands on three stages, food court, beer garden.

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Waiting Their Turns YOU NEVER KNOW whom you will meet at the Comcast Newsmaker studio on Columbus Boulevard.

Here State Rep. Jim Roebuck has a chance to meet and greet Congressman Patrick Murphy as they prepare for their respective interviews. Photo by Bonnie Squires

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