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Davis Bozeman Law Firm, the legal guardians of Atlanta’s black community in front of Smyrna City Hall, investigators acquiesced to public pressure and gave the investigation to the GBI. 3. Eric Sheppard accused of bringing a gun onto the campus at Valdosta State University: The family and Davis Bozeman Law dispute those claims and counter that police are taking retribution against Sheppard because the honor student was protesting racism, the death of Kendrick Johnson (a student who was found dead, rolled up in a gym mat) and was walking on the U.S. flag.
By Terry Shropshire When Valdosta State University student activist and honor student Eric “EJ” Sheppard reportedly fled from the law after police allegedly found a gun in his backpack, his father publicly pleaded with his son to turn himself in. But before going to the police, it was no surprise the family secured the legal representation of Davis Bozeman Law Firm in suburban Atlanta to ensure that Sheppard’s legal rights would not be infringed or trampled upon. Sheppard’s family’s fears for their son’s safety are well founded given the shocking array of gunned down or killed unarmed black men in Georgia and across the country in the past year alone — not to mention the high profile death of Travyon Martin by George Zimmerman two years ago. The country continues to reel from the stunning succession of jarring and horrifying examples of violent interactions between the police and local comunities. Over the last several years, Mawuli Davis and Robert Bozeman of the Davis Bozeman Law firm have become the go-to law firm for families of black men in metro Atlanta and Georgia who have been injured or killed at the hands of law enforcement under extremely conspicuous or questionable circumstances. The hope for the safety of Sheppard is placed against a bloody backdrop of a nation of law enforcement entities that, according to minorities, harbor deadly hostilities against young black men, from Ferguson Mo., to Baltimore. Davis Bozeman law is stepping in to ensure Sheppard’s rights are protected. “We have a history of representing activists who have lifted their voices in order to shine a bright light on social justice issues in America. EJ is a new young voice that we cannot allow to be silenced and criminalized. He is worthy of our support and the support of the community,” said attorney Mawuli Davis. Unfortunately for one reason or another, many black men’s voices have been silenced permanent-
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ly across the country in a stunning array of police killings of unarmed black men. And metro Atlanta and Georgia are no different. Young blacks accused of crimes are increasingly turning to Davis Bozeman Law in order to get legal redress for their grievances and to illuminate any inconsistencies in police behavior and reporting that the families and Davis Bozeman Law find in the final police reports, such as the following: 1. Kevin Davis shooting death by police in Dekalb County: Kevin Davis, a 44-year-old with no history of trouble with the law, was shot and killed on Dec. 29 after Dekalb Police Officer Joseph Pitts responded to Davis’ 911 call that a man had stabbed his girlfriend. What started as standard police response for assistance ended in death after the officer was confronted by Davis’ dog, killed it when he feared it would bite him, and then shot Davis when he appeared with a gun and refused to drop it. Davis Bozeman Law Firm and the family dispute the police statement, saying there was no evidence that the officer announced his entry into the home nor gave any warning to Davis to drop the weapon before he fired his weapon. 2. Nicholas Thomas shooting death by Smyrna Police in Cobb County: Thomas, 23, was at work at Bob McDonald’s Goodyear when a group of at least six officers from the city of Smyrna and Cobb County converged to serve a warrant. Thomas, who was unarmed, was admittedly trying to flee the scene. But officers claim that Thomas, who was servicing a 2006 Mazerati at the time, tried to use the car as a lethal weapon against the officers, which has been disputed by the family and Davis Bozeman Law. One of the officers shot into the car, killing Thomas, who was the father of a four-month-old newborn. Initially, the Cobb County officials rebuffed public pressure to hand over the investigation to the Georgia Bureau of Investigation. But with the aid of Davis Bozeman Law Firm and a massive rally
4. Today, the Davis Bozeman Law firm is also taking on the case of Bernard Moore, “the beloved father who was struck and killed by a police cruiser as he was crossing the street to go to work on March 6,” said Bozeman. Two months later, the officer, who was allegedly driving at a high rate of speed has not been charged, prompting the family to hire Davis Bozeman to represent them. “Our firm has hired an accident reconstructionist who has been to the scene and renewed the surveillance video showing Mr. Moore being catapulted down the street by Officer Blaise’s speeding car,” said Bozeman. “Our expert has calculated the officer’s patrol vehicle was traveling well above the speed limit. There is no legal reason that this officer should not be arrested and indicted for vehicular homicide,” Davis added. Davis and Bozeman have become known as the firm that stands up as a legal vanguard to protect the rights of the community, and to seek redress when there is evidence to support the theory that government officials, including police officers, have violated citizens’ rights. “When people in our community are injured, it is our responsibility to help them,” said Bozeman. “This is not just business; it’s personal. When you call us, we are here,” Davis said. “It’s a calling. It’s our passion. And in many ways it is a ministry … we believe we can be bold and be courageous and change lives, and we can actually give people hope.” Bozeman and Davis shared what inspired them to practice the type of law they have chosen to and the reason they take on volatile, highly-inflammatory cases. “We started the Davis Bozeman Law Firm so that people would have an advocate that said ‘their lives matter’,” said Davis. “We have this whole legacy that we come from of attorneys like John Hope Franklin’s father in Tulsa, Okla., They have burned out what they called “Black Wall Street” and they have this image of [attorneys there] practicing law in a tent. How powerful is that? How powerful is that when you see these African American attorneys practicing law out of a tent, refusing to give up their practice? Those are just powerful testimonies that we embrace as a firm, and it helps undergird what we do. It helps put into perspective of who we are, what we’re doing and why we do this.” Bozeman added that the south side of greater Atlanta, which includes South DeKalb, “is important to me, because I practice two miles from where I grew up. So it is truly my community. I take it very personally when they have problems.”
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Georgians rise to transportation challenges On Monday, May 4 at Liberty Plaza, Gov. Nathan Deal signed into law legislation that addresses Georgia’s critical transportation infrastructure needs. The legislation is based on recommendations from the Joint Study Committee on Critical Infrastructure Funding, which was tasked with identifying funding solutions for Georgia’s transportation needs. The new law will generate almost $1 billion in new transportation funding annually. “Each day, Georgians set out in the pursuit of a brighter future, and it is our roads and bridges that bear the weight of our success,” said Deal. “We’ve reached the point where we can no longer keep up with the growing infrastructure demand that encourages job creation, maintains our businesses’ bottom lines and takes us home to our families. This investment reflects our modern-day population and current infrastructure usage. Today, we are ensuring that Georgia’s economic engine will remain running for generations to come. I commend the courage of the General Assembly for tackling this issue head-on and
prioritizing public safety and future growth over politics.” “Georgia’s economic future depends on our ability to move people and goods quick-
ly and safely throughout our state,” said Sen. Steve Gooch, study committee co-chairman. “Strengthening our transportation network affects each and every one of us by creating an
Wonya Lucas to head Public Broadcasting Atlanta Following a national search, Public Broadcasting Atlanta ing president and CEO Milton Clipper has led our orgahas named Atlanta native Wonya Lucas as its next president nization with distinction during the past two decades, and and CEO. we have every confidence that Wonya will build upon his “We are excited that Ms. Lucas has agreed to lead Public legacy of many outstanding accomplishments.” Broadcasting Atlanta into its next phase of excellence,” said Ms. Lucas is a seasoned media executive who has held Dr. Louis Sullivan, chairman of AETC’s board. “Our retir- senior roles at some of America’s most respected organizations. Her experience with news and information networks include executive positions at Discovery Channel, the Sci ence Channel, the Weather Channel, CNN and CNN.com. She has also held senior roles on the entertainment side at TNT and TV One. Within each organization, Ms. Lucas has led major strategic initiatives, and helped produce both revenue and audience growth. “It’s an incredible opportunity to lead PBA, and I am personally passionate about the mission of public media. In addition to our national content at PBA, I am very excited about our focus on local content. I know that Atlanta is a diverse and unique community, and this will be reflected in our storytelling.” A native Atlantan and mother of two, Ms. Lucas is a Georgia Tech graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Industrial and Systems Engineering. She also holds a Masters of Business Administration in Finance and Marketing from The Wharton School at the University of Penn sylvania. Prior to beginning her career in broadcasting, Ms. Lucas held brand management roles at The Coca-Cola Company and Clorox and worked as an engineer at West inghouse. Ms. Lucas has been active in Atlanta’s civic community for many years, and currently serves on the boards of the Children’s Museum of Atlanta as well as the Georgia Tech Advisory Board and the Georgia Tech Alumni Board of Trustees. Nationally, she serves on the boards of the National Environmental Education Fund, and the Girl Scouts USA where she currently chairs the $1 billion national Girl Scouts’ “To Get Her There” funding campaign.
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environment that encourages private sector job growth and allowing us to make it home in time for family dinner and Little League games.” “I appreciate Governor Deal’s steadfast leadership on this important issue,” said Rep. Jay Roberts, study committee co-chairman. “My colleagues in the General Assembly took courageous action to move transportation forward in Georgia. We now have a sustainable and reliable revenue source that will allow our state to prioritize the necessary maintenance, improvements and growth of our transportation infrastructure.” “Without this bold action taken by Georgia’s legislators, our state was at risk of falling behind,” said Deal. “The leadership demonstrated by these men and women showed a vision oriented in the future, not in the past. The steps taken were tough, but necessary, and I appreciate the hard work on all sides of the aisle in order to boost our ability to do business, and keep Georgians safe.” The law’s provisions will take effect on July 1.
Councilmember Kwanza Hall joins send-off for Frank Barham
Atlanta City Councilmember Kwanza Hall will be at the National Center for Civil and Human Rights to wish a safe journey to Atlanta resident Frank Barham who will roll in his wheelchair 304 miles from Atlanta to Savannah, following General William Sherman’s March to the Sea. Barham hopes to arrive in Savannah on May 22. He is testing himself physically and mentally to bring awareness to disability rights on the 25th anniversary of the passage of the Americans with Disability Act. The 59-year-old musician and activist will roll at least 30 miles each day for 11 days to the coast of Georgia in his everyday wheelchair to raise money for quality wheelchairs for people in need through the non-profit company Whirlwind Wheelchairs. He will start at 9:00 a.m. Monday, May 11 from Atlanta’s National Center for Civ-
il and Human Rights for the trip to Savannah. During the kickoff, Councilman Hall will present a wheelchair donation to local non-profit Friends of Disabled Adults and Children (FODAC) on behalf of Wheel 2 Live. FODAC’s Board Chair Aimee Copeland will be present to receive the donation. After arriving in Savannah, Frank’s band – Brazilian Fusion – will play a concert on Saturday, May 23 at the Historic Trinity United Methodist Church on Savannah’s Telfair Square to celebrate finishing his journey across Georgia in his wheelchair.
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2015-2016 NBMBAA Atlanta Chapter Scholarship Program opens
The NBMBAA Scholarship Program has been in existence since 1982. The NBMBAA Atlanta Chapter believes an investment in the education of our youth is an investment in our future. In 2014 with donations from our corporate partners, education partners, and members, the NBMBAA Atlanta Chapter awarded over $90,000 in scholarships to deserving high school and university students. The Scholarship Program promotes the NBMBAA mission of identifying and increasing the pool of African-American talent for business, public, private, and non-profit sectors
The Edge Connection leverages entrepreneurship in oppressed communities
The second annual Champions for Change Breakfast sponsored by The Edge Connection—the leading microenterprise organization in Georgia--will take place on Thursday, May 14 from 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m at the Kennesaw State University Continuing Education Center. Program highlights include the lighting of the flame of entrepreneurship; a keynote address from Rodney Bullard, vice president of Community Affairs at Chick-fil-A, Inc. and executive director of the Chick-fil-A Foundation along with remarks from two Edge Connection clients who will share their stories of achieving financial independence and success with the organization’s help. From its inception in 1997, The Edge Connection has been focused on promoting economic change for individuals and communities in metro Atlanta, especially minorities, women and veterans. Founding organizations included the Coles College of Business at Kennesaw State University, YMCA of Northwest Georgia, United Way of Cobb County, and the Center for Family Resources. In 2004, The Edge Connection developed a partnership with the Small Business Administration and incorporated a women’s business center. Among The Edge Connection’s offerings are programs in financial literacy and access to capital, social media, business plan execution, operations, business development and technology. For further information about the Edge Connection, contact Terri EIHaddaoui, CEO at 470-578-2379 or 678-382-5468.
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BUSINESS Nielsen listed on Diversity Inc’s Top 50 companies for second consecutive year
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Nielsen has been named to Diversity Inc’s 2015 Top 50 Companies for Diversity ranking for the second consecutive year. Advancing eight spots from 2014, Nielsen was ranked number 42 this year. Diversity and inclusion are a top business priority at Nielsen, and its leadership is committed to a workforce that is reflective of the global communities and clients it serves. “Inclusion is a cornerstone of Nielsen’s success around the world. Measuring what consumers watch and buy wherever they are and however they choose to do it is our mission. But it is our diverse workforce that helps us to reach and understand all of those consumers effectively,” said Mitch Barns, Chief Executive Officer, Nielsen. “Diversity and inclusion are crucial to our growth, strength, and ability to innovate. It is not simply a good practice, it is good business.” Each company’s rank is based on objective analysis of 183 separate factors, based on data from a 300-question survey. The four equally weighted areas of measurement include: Talent Pipeline, Equitable Talent Development, CEO/Leadership Commitment and Supplier Diversity.
Nielsen has worked diligently to employ strong global leadership-training programs for high-potentials from underrepresented groups. The company also uses its seven employee resource groups for recruitment and talent development, which includes an 18-month leadership-development program focused on cross-cultural coaching, executive networking and building knowledge. Frequent exposure to senior leadership is also part of the process. Under the guidance of Dr. D. Sangeeta, Chief Diversity Officer and Head of Global Measurement Science, and Angela Talton, Senior Vice President, Global Diversity & Inclusion, Nielsen not only follows existing best practices, but strives to create new ones. “Diversity and inclusion are woven into the fabric of Nielsen. Our global footprint coupled with our commitment to a culture of inclusion at every level of the company has helped us build a workforce that mirrors the populations we serve,” said Dr. Sangeeta. “Our diverse associates and their varied perspectives help us serve clients in new and effective ways, and that enables Nielsen to deliver increasing value to all our stakeholders and strengthens our company for growth.”
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Volunteers seeding and weeding at Adamsville-Collier Heights North Dekalb Mall Community Garden library sets the scene for jazz performance
The National Black MBA Association Atlanta Chapter invites you to join us for a morning of planting, seeding, and weeding at the North Dekalb Mall Community Garden on Saturday, May 9 at 9 a.m. The Community Gardens are neighborhood initiated. They are maintained by residents in low-income neighborhoods and community volunteers. Volunteer activities include: • Planting • Seeding • Weeding • Turning the soil • Building new beds • Moving materials Volunteers and neighbors come together to grow fresh, healthy food to nourish communities and neighborhoods. The benefits of Community Gardening are boundless. It stimulates social interaction, beautifies neighborhoods and produces nutritious foods while reducing food budgets. Each garden is a joint effort where friends and neighbors not only share responsibilities, but often the rewards of their harvest as well! NBMBAA Atlanta is excited to partner with Atlanta Community Food Bank and we hope you will join us in our giving.
Friends of the Adamsville-Collier Heights Library will host ‘Jazz for the Stacks’ on Friday, May 15 at 7 p.m. The event is a fundraiser to support programs at the Adamsville-Collier Heights library branch. Tickets are $10.00 per person. Featured artists are electric violinist extraordinaire Delores Major and vocalist Jazzy Jackie Lee. Ms. Major combines creativity, intensity, and passion in her performances. Ms. Major has performed at a wide range of venues and has been a featured artist for the Gospel Choice Awards and appeared in a McDonald’s promotion. Jazzy Jackie Lee performs a wide range of musical styles and has appeared in venues throughout the United States. She has performed with many well-known artists, including Kool and the Gang, Miles Davis, and Herbie Hancock. The May 15 concert will be held at the Fulton County Aviation Community Cultural Center, which is located at 3900 Aviation Circle, NW on the grounds of the Charlie Brown Airport. Major sponsors for this event are Herschel Thornton Mortuary and Halpern Enterprises. For tickets and other information, please call (404) 274-0676.
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West End Music and Arts Fest features ATL performers
The buzz surrounding The Inaugural West End Music and Art Festival on Sunday, May 17 is epic. The hotly anticipated event will be held at The Wren’s Nest at 1050 Ralph David Abernathy Blvd. from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. Here’s the rundown of why this show will be so hot: Lonnie Liston Smith – Legendary jazz pianist who played with Miles Davis, Pharoah Sanders, Max Roach and many others. This performance marks the 40th anniversary of his critically acclaimed and commercially successful album, Expansions. Bilal – New soul music icon who has five studio albums of his own but is also known for collaborations with The Roots, Robert Glasper Common, Musiq Soulchild, J Dilla, Dr. Dre and many more. Ryan Kilgore – Atlanta-based saxophonist who tours with Stevie Wonder and recently released his second solo album.
Kipper Jones – Atlanta-based singer/songwriter who is an excellent live performer but is better known for penning hits like Vanessa Williams’ “The Right Stuff ” and “The Comfort Zone” and Brandy’s “I Wanna Be Down” and “Baby”. Rhonda Thomas – Atlanta-based soul/jazz vocalist who recently released her fifth solo project, Vinyl Daze. Vinyl Daze debuted at #12 on the Billboard Jazz Charts and her single “Reach” is receiving great radio play nationwide. Rhonda was a background singer for Isaac Hayes from 1997 to 2008 and she is also preparing for her CD release concert at Southwest Arts Center on June 5. Carmen Rodgers – Sultry soul singer who recently released her critically-acclaimed project, Stargazer. Carmen not only travels the world performing her own music but she works in collaboration with The Foreign Exchange. The Dangerfeel Newbies – Recently released their debut album, “Hariet” and have seen their single “Always With Me” featured on the hit television series, “Being Mary Jane”. Two of the members are also local radio personalities. Audio Wolf – This teen jazz fusion band is one of the flagship programs for the Sound Education Experience (a 501(c)3). The band performed this year at The Dominican Republic Jazz Festival and opened for Howard Hewitt, Jesse Fischer, and Robert Glasper. This group of talented young musicians are an inspiration to music fans both young and old. S.E.E. – The Sound Education Experience (formerly known as The Schemes and Dreams Foundation) is a 501 (c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to developing and exposing Atlanta-based youth interested in technology, music and film. 100% of the profits from this live outdoor concert will go toward the development of S.E.E. programs. This festival is $20 for adults and $5 for college students and children.
Cleta Winslow – The honorary chairperson for The West End Music and Art Festival is the Atlanta City Councilmember for this district and was largely responsible for guiding this fundraiser to The West End community.
Is a Floyd Mayweather vs. Manny Pacquiao rematch in the works By Jose Oliveros It looks like the “fight of the century” between Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao may have a sequel. According to ESPN, “Money” Mayweather told Stephen A. Smith in a text message that he would give “Pacman” a rematch. The news comes as a surprise, as the undefeated boxer looked to be retiring after fulfilling his fight contract
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with Showtime. He has one fight left, and it would take place in September. If he decides to do Mayweather vs. Pacquiao Part 2, it would be once his contract is up. Pacman’s shoulder injury is pretty serious and will keep him out of the ring for at least nine months. SB Nation reported: “Pacquiao’s injury requires surgery that will keep him out of the ring for nine months to a year. Previously, it was believed Mayweather would retire after one last fight in September, the final bout on his enormous contract with Showtime. “If Mayweather and Pacquiao were to fight again, it would mean Floyd would have to fight again after that contract. That would open the possibility for Mayweather to finish his career 50-0, surpassing the 49-0 mark set by Rocky Marciano.” The big pay day and the chance of surpassing Rocky Marciano are definitely motivation for Floyd, but is it all really worth it? “Money” has more money than he could ever need and going down undefeated will help his future standings in the greatest ever conversation. The first fight lacked “punch,” with a Mayweather doing his thing and moving around, and a Pacquiao that was easily a step behind. Aside from that, the casual boxing fan was largely disappointed with the outcome of the fight. Will they be willing to spend another 100 dollars to watch another snoozefest?
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And the wealthiest hip-hop artists of 2015 are …
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Some things don’t change. Forbes released its annual list of highest paid hip-hop figures, and Diddy is still the No. 1 mogul with a net worth of $735 million. The man born Sean Combs is still standing strong atop an empire that includes a TV station, a clothing line, Ciroc vodka and an infamous record label, among others. But Dr. Dre is gaining up on Diddy. Although the Beats Music streaming service is under performing, the brand is still standing strong. After his claim of being hip-hop’s
first billionaire turned out to be false (thanks taxes), Dr. Dre stands at $700 million. Jay Z is No. 3 with $550 million, and that could change quickly depending on whether TIDAL picks up ground. 50 Cent and Birdman follows with $155 million and $150 million, respectively. Hip-hop will have its first billionaire soon enough. But for now, Diddy is the king approaching three quarters of a billion dollars.
Marlo Hampton’s ‘Art of Style’ tour kickoff
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“Fashion fades, only style remains the same,” once stated legendary icon Coco Chanel, and it is style that is the key topic at the upcoming seminar aptly entitled,“The Art of Style with Marlo” which will kick off in the heart of New York’s famed fashion district on May 16. Marlo Hampton will be bringing individuality a midst sophistication to the seminars as a nationally recognized fashion maverick and entrepreneur. Her popularity on “The Real Housewives of Atlanta” and “I Dream of NeNe”introduced her to television audiences; while her haute couture taste have given her entre’ into the circles of the rich and powerful. With her intuitive sense about design and her emphasis on self-expression and confidence, Ms. Hampton is a distinguished representative on matching trendy elements with artistic flair. “There is not a day that goes by that I am not asked to share my fashion secrets, whether it be via social media or in person, my fans want the tea” said Marlo Hampton. “I felt that it was time to share the art of style with my loyal fans and those that want to elevate their overall look.” In an exciting presentation, attendees will be educated by Marlo engaging personality, while being informed about trending issues and ideas circulating throughout the fashion industry and amongst consumers. With “The Art of Style,” Marlo will delve into a multitude of fashion layers speaking
directly to her fans, aspiring stylist and those that just want to look the part. An audience Q&A followed by a autograph signing and VIP Meet and Greet session will be held at the close of the seminar. Complementing the event, are swag bags with fashion goodies, and invited guests can expect to be refreshed with cocktails and desserts. At each seminar, Marlo will raffle off a $200 Neiman Marcus gift card to one lucky seminar attendee. “The Art of Style with Marlo!” begins on Saturday, May 16 in New York City. The tour will continue on Saturday, June 6, 2015 in Atlanta, Ga, hosted by Dermalogica Atlantic Station, the number one choice of skincare professionals worldwide.
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Southern Baptist leaders call for integrated churches By Travis Loller Leaders in nation’s largest Protestant denomination are preaching that integrated churches can be a key driver of racial justice in society. But that could be a hard sell to those sitting in Southern Baptist Convention congregations. The Rev. Russell Moore, who leads the Southern Baptist’s Ethics and Religious Liberty Commission, is one of several white leaders calling for multiethnic congregations in the wake of the unrest spurred by the killings of black men by white police officers in Ferguson, Missouri, and New York City. “In the church, a black Christian and a white Christian are brothers and sisters,” Moore wrote recently. “We care what happens to the other, because when one part of the Body hurts, the whole Body hurts. … When we know one another as brothers and sisters, we will start to stand up and speak up for one another.” The effort has taken on particular urgency for Moore and other Southern Baptist leaders who have been working to overcome the denomination’s history. The convention was formed in 1845 in a split with other Baptists when Southern Baptists resolved to continue allowing slave owners to become missionaries. During the civil rights movement, South-
ern Baptists were largely silent or actively opposed ending segregation. The denomination eventually declared racism a sin, and in 2011 renewed efforts to reach out to Latinos, African-Americans and others. The next year, the
denomination elected its first African-American president, the Rev. Fred Luter, Jr. Moore’s commission has also organized a leadership summit called “The Gospel and
Racial Reconciliation” to be held this spring. Moore said he has two goals for the summit. He wants to spur churches to work for racial reconciliation by articulating it as a Gospel demand. And he wants to facilitate personal relationships between Southern Baptists of different races. But some would also like to see concrete efforts to integrate the Southern Baptist Convention, especially at the level of leadership. “The church lacks the moral authority to address the world about race before we set our own house in order,” said the Rev. Dwight McKissic, a black Southern Baptist pastor in Arlington, Texas. While he praised recent statements by SBC leaders, he also noted that the denomination continues to employ all whites as top executives and seminary presidents. “It’s obvious the rhetoric and reality is not matching,” he said. David W. Key Sr., director of Baptist Studies at Emory University’s Candler School of Theology, said the convention adopted a resolution in 1995 recognizing and apologizing for its historic role in supporting slavery and Jim Crow policies. If the denomination had also set out to address the inequalities those policies had wrought, it could have done a lot over the past two decades, he said.
BET announces the end of ‘Bobby Jones Gospel’ BET has chosen to end “Bobby Jones Gospel” after 35 seasons on the air. Despite the cancellation being known for months by gospel insiders, the site notes the network publicly acknowledged its decision last week during its upfront presentation to advertisers and media in New York City. Hosted and launched by Dr. Bobby Jones, “Bobby Jones Gospel” premiered in 1980 and is credited for bringing gospel music to an international audience as “premiere destination for faith-based recording artists to be seen on television.” In addition, “Bobby Jones Gospel” was instrumental in launching the careers of various artists, including Kirk Franklin, Yolanda Adams, among others. While the show boasts a who’s who of gospel artists that have appeared, “Bobby Jones Gospel” has provided exposure for mainstream performers such has Patti LaBelle, Ashford & Simpson, Stephanie Mills, Kenny Lattimore, Dionne Warwick, Coko of SWV, Raheem DeVaughn, Lil’ Mo and the late Maya Angelou. According to AlwaysAList, the 75-year-old TV fixture will retire from hosting “Bobby Jones Gospel.” Despite this, he will continue touring in the U.S. and abroad with renowned Nashville Super Choir, which served as the show’s choral cast of under the direction of musician Derrick Lee. While Jones played an important role in “Bobby Jones Gospel,” he never received any recognition for his record-breaking small screen achievement by the Emmy or TV Land Awards. Nevertheless, Jones did get his due with a star on the Music City Walk of Fame in Nashville as well as a star on the Hollywood
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Walk of Fame. The final shows for the series will begin airing its last shows in October.
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Jessica Bailey named acting president of FVSU
Dr. Jessica Bailey University System of Georgia Chancellor Hank Huckaby has named Dr. Jessica Bailey as acting president of Fort Valley State University. Bailey currently serves as provost and vice president for Academic Affairs at Fort Valley State. She will assume presidential responsibilities at Fort Valley State on May 16, 2015, and will become interim president July 1, 2015, after current President Ivelaw Griffith steps down June 30.
“Jessica has an extensive academic background in higher education and is well qualified to provide leadership at Fort Valley State during this time of transition,” said Huckaby. “With Jessica’s experience as part of the leadership team at Fort Valley, she can step in and ensure a thoughtful transition supporting our students and leading faculty and staff.” In her previous position, Bailey served as dean of the Sydney Lewis School of Business at Virginia Union University in Richmond, Virginia. Her primary responsibilities included administration of academic programs and school services, development and implementation of community outreach programs and supervision of faculty and staff. Prior to her service at Virginia Union University, she held the position of dean for the School of Business and Economics at Winston-Salem State University in North Carolina. During her tenure she initiated an academic reorganization and secured a $1.25 million grant in support of the school. She also successfully chaired the school’s reaffirmation of AACSB (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business) accreditation. Dr. Bailey earned two master’s degrees, a MEd in vocational rehabilitation counseling from Coppin State University in Baltimore, Maryland and a MBA from the University of Missouri-Columbia. She later earned a doctorate in marketing also from the University of Missouri-Columbia.
Georgia Sen. Fort to address 2015 Class of Morris Brown College The Honorable Vincent Fort, Georgia State Senator, 39th District will address the 125th graduating class of Morris Brown College. Bachelor’s degrees will be awarded to 21 graduating seniors in the commencement program scheduled May 16th at 4:00 p.m. at historical Big Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church. As an academic institution, grounded in excellence and anchored in tradition, Morris Brown College prepares and promotes students destined for a lifetime of learning and achievement in a global society. “I am honored to be keynote speaker for the 125th commencement,” said Fort. “It is a most important ceremony considering the recent challenges Morris Brown College has overcome.” Morris Brown College is a private liberal arts college founded in 1881 and continues to operate through the challenges of losing accreditation in 2003 as graduates with Bachelor degrees in Business Administration, Organizational Management and General Studies (with concentrations) have continued with graduate studies and career advancement. The college recently emerged from bankrupt-
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cy and is pursuing the accreditation process with the Transnational Association of Christian Colleges and Schools (TRACS). Morris Brown’s legacy is rooted in being able to offer a quality education to all admitted while transforming sensitive “high risk” students into performers. The impressive group of alums includes civil rights activist Hosea Williams, Pulitzer Prize-winning author James Alan McPherson, and actor Thomas Jefferson Byrd. The classes of 1955 and 1965 will take part in the program as they celebrate their 60th and 50th year reunion. The college will confer Honorary Doctorate degrees to Rev. Dr. Larry W. Hudson, Presiding Elder, South Atlanta District, Atlanta North Georgia Annual Conference, Rev. Sheryl Powell, Senior Pastor, Mount Pleasant AME Church, Mr. Derrick Boazman, radio personality and community activist and Helen K. Threatt, former First Lady, Morris Brown College and wife of the late Dr. Robert Threatt, 12th President of Morris Brown College.
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AIS appoints Kendyl Baugh Moss to Head of Development
Kendyl Moss Atlanta International School (AIS) is pleased to announce the appointment of Kendyl Moss to the role of Head of Development, effective May 12. In this capacity, she will oversee the development (fundraising) and alumni relations department as well as sit on the school’s Senior Leadership Team. Kendyl joins AIS from the Atlanta Falcons, where she most recently served as the club’s Vice President of Community Relations. In that role, her responsibilities included community initiatives, player outreach, youth programming and sponsorships and donations. Prior to that, she managed event marketing for the team and worked as Program Officer for the Atlanta Falcons Youth Foundation. Before joining the Falcons, Moss held positions in college athletics as Assistant Director of the NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball Championship and Final Four as well as Assistant Director of Championships/
Marketing for Conference USA. Moss earned a B.S. in Speech Communications at the University of Texas and an M.A. in Corporate Communications from DePaul University. She is a former Division I collegiate track and field student-athlete. “As a parent of two AIS students, I have been able to see firsthand all the school has to offer and am deeply vested in preserving and building upon the legacy of AIS,” said Moss. “The opportunity to open doors for additional learning and exploration drives my passion to play a bigger role in this community, where developing global citizens and leaders is the top priority.” Headmaster Kevin Glass said, “Kendyl’s experience and background certainly made her an exceptional candidate for this role, but her energy, commitment and – above all else - passionate belief in AIS are what make her special. She will be an excellent representative of our school to the Atlanta civic, business and philanthropic communities.” About Atlanta International School Atlanta International School (AIS) offers all three International Baccalaureate (IB) programs to 1,160 U.S. and international students from three-year-old kindergarten to grade 12. Rigorous academics are enriched by a world-class language acquisition program, which begins with a full-immersion preschool program in Spanish, French and German. The school offers STEM-and STEAM-endorsed and bilingual diplomas in addition to the prestigious IB diploma. Beyond the classroom, AIS students participate in award-winning performing and fine arts opportunities, competitive athletics and global experiential learning. The AIS community comprises over 90 nationalities. AIS is accredited by SAIS and the Council of International Schools. For more information, please visit www.aischool.org.
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Fighting police brutality since the 60’S must succeed now The dark culture of our criminal justice system is, and always has been, the real issue in overcoming police brutality. There are steps we can take to speed up changing the culture of criminalization in police departments: body and van cameras, education, and re-inventing the idea of what it means to be a police officer. President Obama said in response to the Baltimore rallies this week over Freddie Gray’s death from a snapped spine, “This is not new. This has been going on for decades.” The history of African Americans’ awareness of police brutality, while the rest of America resisted that reality for the most part, should serve as a reminder that society appears more invested in keeping African-Americans in prison than out. Here are some statements by Americans since the 60’s, Black and White, that show we should have acted long before now: • 1963—Martin Luther King, Jr framed the issue then and now: “There are those who are asking the devotees of civil rights, “When will you be satisfied?” We can never be satisfied as long as the Negro is the victim of the unspeakable horrors of police brutality.” • 1965—John Lewis: “I thought I saw death” (after being hit by police). • 1965—Robert Kennedy “To many Negroes, the law is the enemy. In Harlem, in Bed-Stuy it has almost always been used against them.” • 1967—President Lyndon Johnson: After unarmed 16 year-old African American boy was shot by Philadelphia police: “Did he threaten him?” (Answer: no, unarmed). Silence, then: “Do you have influence with Republicans in the House (to pass Civil Rights legislation)?” • 1976—Thurgood Marshall: “If the police adopt a policy of shoot to kill suspects, the federal courts will be powerless.” • 1983—Rep. John Conyers: “The time has come for consideration of federal intervention,” in Harlem, at one of a series of congressional hearings he organized about police brutality – the nation’s first. • 1991 and 1992—Rodney King, brutally beaten by Los Angeles police officers: “I realize I will always be the poster child for police brutality… Can’t we all just get along?” • 1997—NAACP President and Congressman Kweisi Mfume: “If we don’t have some kind of a big stick to hold over the heads of police departments, they’re going to continue to allow [police brutality] to take place,” referring to the attack on a Haitian suspect who was sodomized with a toilet plunger by New York City police officers. • 2007—Dennis Archer, Mayor of Detroit 19942001: “You also had a police force that did not treat African-Americans with respect. You had others who felt disenfranchised, wanted a part of the economic growth,” speaking about the Detroit Riots of 1967. A lot has happened since Rodney King: The murders of Tamir Rice, Michael Brown, Eric Garner, Anthony Hill, Walter Scott and most recently Freddie Gray have gone viral because of the power of their horror, now captured on private cameras. We have the opportunity now to move in a new direction. However, policy bias at the highest level still occurs. A section providing state oversight of the Voting Rights Act was struck down last year. Loretta Lynch was finally appointed Attorney General after a vote of only 56-43 in the Senate. Still almost half of the U.S. Senate, all Republicans, voted against Lynch despite
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not having a single objection to her capacity, skills and background. Inner city crime is prompted by social and economic isolation. It is hard to feel empowered to follow the law in a place where the law doesn’t protect you. The current Congress continues to ignore and reject expanding social programs, education and direct jobs programs—all issues that would significantly help African-Americans who face twice the national unemployment rate. Danielle Williams, a protester in Baltimore, asked MSNBC why media wasn’t there days ago when there were peaceful protests, “There were no news cameras, there were no helicopters, there was no riot gear, and nobody heard us. So now that we’ve burned down buildings and set businesses on fire and looted buildings, now all of the sudden everybody wants to hear us.” SOLUTIONS: Hillary Clinton said this week, “We should make sure that every police department in the country has body cameras to record interaction between offices on patrol and suspects, that will improve transparency and accountability. It will help protect good people on both sides of the lens.” Officer Michael Slager was charged in South Carolina with the murder of Walter Scott because of hard video evidence, but there are many young men who do not have the same opportunity for justice. The six Baltimore police just charged with Freddie Gray’s murder could still be free without the private cameras that first showed him limp and dragged screaming in pain to the van, where he died after a lurching ride. Body cameras, and paddy-wagon cameras, will put everyone on an equal playing field, particularly those without the means to seek quality representation. Even the most expensive body camera costs less than a gun, which is $800. Police academies need to take on the police’s own culture and teach officers how to address arrests even if the officer feels offended or the suspect runs, and in particular don’t do more to minorities. Don’t bully if you feel dissed. Be aware of your ego and don’t act on it. Don’t shoot a fleeing suspect is in the law and the Constitution, confirmed 30 years ago. Don’t twist an arrestee into a pretzel and bang him around in the back of a van. Being a police officer is more of a responsibility than carrying a gun. Police officers should be a bridge of opportunity between people and government, focusing less on quotas and paperwork. Community policing, building relationships, is key, as former Houston Mayor and many cities’ police Chief Lee Brown has emphasized for decades. Rep. Conyers, Dean of the Congressional Black Caucus, has re-introduced the End Racial Profiling Act. The legislation would enforce increased state oversight of local Police Departments. It would be naïve to say culture can be changed in a day or through a simple piece of legislation, but all who have said no problem exists are becoming aware they were wrong. History clearly shows otherwise. The immediate solutions including universal police body and inside-van cams, and training for arrest management and sensitivity, starting immediately, to existing and new police, can begin tomorrow. Robert Weiner is a former spokesman for the Clinton White House and senior staff for Reps. John Conyers, Charles Rangel, Claude Pepper, Ed Koch and Sen. Edward M. Kennedy.
From drums to hashtags: The generational conversation When a colleague dropped the line, “you can’t hashtag your way to freedom,” I loved it! I laughed out loud, and promised that I’d not borrow the line, but steal it, since I was so enamored of it. I’ve used it quite a few times since then, and gotten my share of grins and guffaws. So I used it again and again, always getting the same reaction. Frenchie Davis thought my glib remark dismissed a form of communication that young people find effective, a form of communication that raises their awareness. She is right to point out that electronic and social media is far more consequential today than it was just a decade ago, and that her generation relies on social media more heavily than it does on traditional media. While many people of my (Baby Boom) generation use electronic media, we are not as immersed in it as younger folks are. Reality check. The median age of the African American population is 31. The average African American is closer in age to Frenchie Davis than she (yes, most African Americans are women) is to me. The young people too often disdained by their elders for their work ethic, commitment to civil rights, or style of dress -- are the ones who will propel the civil rights movement into the future. So Sister Frenchie was right to call me on my snarly/funny remark about hashtagging to freedom. If the hashtag takes you to a conversation, and that then takes you to action, then the hashtag may be a step in the right direction. My conversation with Frenchie Davis took place when I moderated a panel Race, Justice, and Change, as part of the Washington, DC Emancipation Day commemoration. (The Compensated Emancipation Act of 1862 paid the owners of 3100 slaves $300 each to emancipate them; for the past decade DC commemorates this day with an official holiday). The other panelists, Malik Yoba, Doug E. Fresh, and Mali Music, are, like Davis, socially and politically active artists, also concerned with ways to increase involvement in civil rights matters. Mali Music, 27, was the youngest member of the panel. His comments about young black male alienation offered an important perspective in a conversation structured to address
voting, policing, and organizing. I’d not heard of the Grammy Award nominee before, which perhaps reveals the generational silo I occupy. I’m uncomfortable in my silo. Uncomfortable with how easy it is to join a conversation about generational differences without embracing generational similarities. “Back in the day”, a phrase I probably should use much less, many of our radio shows or stations were called “The Drum” after the drumbeat, after the need to communicate. If hashtag is another word for drum, for communications vehicle, that’s a good thing. And getting out of my silo, it’s important that drummers (or hashtaggers) both teach and learn. How do we get young people involved in the civil rights movement? Many already are – check them out at #Blacklivesmatter. More than conversation, this communication has galvanized tens of thousands to stay focused on continued police violence and the attacks on black life. The hashtag has connected people planning marches and protests. That’s involvement. Are we insisting that young people be involved in the movement as we know it? New organizations and movements are emerging, and some younger folks won’t embrace or engage in organizations they consider irrelevant. Has anyone marketed the contemporary civil rights movement to younger African Americans? Do we feel that we need to? Do we expect people to show up (where?) and roll their sleeves up, task undefined? How do we get young people involved? Ask them. Sit back and listen, really listen, to their reply. And understand that there are some, not so young, who may also need a nudge to get involved. I am energized, enlightened, and privileged when I am pushed out of my silo. I am grateful to Frenchie Davis, Malik Yoba, Mali Music and Doug E. Fresh for helping me connect the drums with the hashtags. The generational conversation is engaging, frustrating, and effervescent. It is an essential part of our movement for social and economic justices, and its many definitions and experiences.
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