Why Are We Ignoring Our Children?

By Jessica Tyson NNPA

mendations and we as the community must not be persuaded by the early declarations of any group to fill vacancies.

Third, with State Senator Tony Atkins terming out in the 39th Senatorial District and Supervisor Fletcher no longer a contender to replace her, a decision has been made by State Assembly District Representative, Dr. Akila Weber, to run for the Senate seat to replace Atkins. Dr. Weber, who was elected in a special election to replace her mother, Dr. Shirley Weber, upon her appointment by the Governor to the position of Secretary of State. This shift means that the 79th Assembly District seat in the State legislature will be open as of the next election during which Assemblywoman Weber will be running to replace Senator Atkins.

All this movement can either create tremendous opportunity, a loss of opportunity or a major step backward for Black political advancement in San Diego County. The real question in all of this is what role will you, the potential voter, play? The San Diego Voice & Viewpoint in conjunction with Black Men & Women United will be open to a series of discussion groups to any who would like the opportunity to talk about these issues and the people who might present themselves to fill the expectant vacancies. If interested in such a discussion session, please contact the newspaper, either by email or telephone and leave your name and suggested dates you would be interested in such meetings. Collectively, we are interested in people who desire to serve rather than seeking the opportunity to be served. You may also send letters to the editor for publication of your views. All comments are welcomed.