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END OF SUM M ER...NFL Wow, I can't believe it, another hot , and long summer in the bag! So much taking place throughout the month of August and a great deal of it noteworthy. As the summer break wines down, parents and kids alike get ready for "back to school", and if your lucky, this month is also a great time to catch that last minute vacation in case you missed it a the top of the season.

First off, I want to thank our enthusiastic and loyal readers! We do what we do simply because of you!

In this month's issue, we've got some great feature articles that can redirect your path, if need be, before the new season kicks off. Check out our monthly section "Lifestyle" for a dose of encouragement. Also, were you taken aback with the "Afrofuturist", mega, blockbuster, superhero film Black Panther 's costume design? If so, check out this month's section of Design and Fabric featuring costume designer extraordinaire, Ruth E. Carter, the mastermind behind this movie's dynamic wear. In our Sports section, be sure to check out our discussion on the whole NFL, Colin Kaepernick/knee bending issue, and now super rap star Jay-Z has joined the table. Feel free to share with us your thoughts or feedback. Lastly, don't miss our cover, special report "Racial Profiling" in America and get our Godly and Biblical take on this issue. And finally, sit back, relax, and enjoy reading this publication.

StephanieMaxwell- Robles Publisher/Editor- in Chief Content and Creative Director

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CONTENTS 1. EDITORIAL 2. DESIGN AND FABRIC 3. SPORTS NEWS: NFL, COLIN KAEPERNICK AND JAY-Z 4. "STAY FOCUSED" 5. COVER STORY: RACIAL PROFILING 6. "LOVE HIM" 7. "TRUST"

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SPORTS NEW: NFL AND JAY-Z PG. 20

SPECIAL REPORT: RACI AL PROFI LI NG AM ERI CA'S DARK HI STORY PG. 30

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RUTH E. CARTER Design & Fabr ic

COSTUM E DESIGNER EXTRA ORDINA IRE

By S.L. Maxwell-Robles

Photo By Gage Skidmore from Peoria, AZ, United States of America - Ruth Carter, CC BY-SA 2.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=67931614

peers, and now the world. Most notably known for her work as the Costume Designer behind such historical , and classic, black culture biopics "Amistad" and "Malcolm X", and now "Black Panther ", Ms. As one of the most sought after, Black narrative film costume Carter is a cultural-influenced, lead designers ever, Ruth E. Carter has costume designers dream come true. cemented a place for herself not According to IMDb.com, Ruth only in history, but also amongst the most elite in the film industry, Carter was born April 10, 1960 in Springfield, Massachusetts, USA as well as her community, her In case you were wondering about the name and face behind the magnificent costume designs of the mega, smash, blockbuster hit "Black Panther ", look no more.

She is most recognized and known for her work on Black Panther (2018), Selma (2014), Malcolm X( 1992) and Amistad (1997).

As a graduate of HBCU (Historically Black College/University), Hampton University, Ms Carter 's career actually began as a costume apprentice for the Santa Fe Opera.

According to www.wikipedia.com, Ms. Carter has over 40 film credits under her belt, and has "mastered the look of multiple periods and genres in envisioning the clothing and overall appearance of the character or performer ".

During her near 30 year film career, Carter has been nominated three ties for the Academy Award for Best Costume Designer.

In 2019, Carter won the Academy Award in the Best Costume Design category for her work on Black Panther. She is the first African-American to win an Academy award in this division.

Congrats Ms.Carter!!

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THE NFL COLI N K A EPERNI CK THE PLA YERS COA LI TI ON A ND NOW JA Y-Z ...

By S.L. Maxwell-Robles In case you have been on another planet, there has been a recent development in the entire racial inequality / Colin Kaepernick bending his knee during the national anthem as a means of peaceful protect against racial injustice in this country/where do we go from here now, to the recent involvement of the NFL, and a business contract made between them and mega, super rap star Jay-Z. Having been an advocate, activist, and a voice for many years against the racial proclivities, injustice and inequality issues the plague the Black community, and having rapped about it, which also by the way, included him calling out and having a clear stance against

the NFL for the backlash that Kaepernick received for his protest (He was Blackballed by all NFL teams and consequently not hired by any to play). In addition, to add further insult to injury, Jay-Z was invited to perform for the 2019 Super Bowl game which he declined due to the treatment of Kaepernick.

As of late (less than 14 days ago and in time for this issue) Jay-Z was invited by the NFL to enter into a contract where he would be responsible for curating the line-up of entertainers for the Super Bowls coveted Half Time Show , as well as providing entertainment in general and knowledge and guidance on special racial inequality projects.

WHA T A RE YOUR THOUGHTS?...

Many have come forth, myself included and questioned the specifics of the deal. Many have criticized Jay for not bringing Kaepernick to the negotiating table, since he initiated the protesting from the onset, and because of how vocal he was in regards to the NFL's treatment of Kaepernick.

Jay-Z asked those in entertainment to refuse an invitation to perform for the Super Bow's half time show, and he also in the past wore a jersey to his hosting of and performance on the Saturday Night Live scripted "Colin K 7"on the back of it.

As of late, during the recent press conference held with NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell and Jay-Z, during the Q&A, Jay -Z stated, in response to some of the questioning, that "we have moved past the knee, I think its time to move into more actionable item?"

After all that's been said, and done, do you agree with Jay-Z? Further, what is your take on the whole situation and what do you think is a remedy or fair resolve for all. Write us and let us know: lan ar epu blish in g@gm ail.com .

STAY FOCUSED THERE'S A LOT IN THE NEWS TODAY THAT WOULD SWAY YOU TO GO ONE WAY BUT GOD WANTS FOR YOU TO STAY FOCUSED TAKE THE TIME TO UNWIND DON'T BE BITTER, COMPLAIN, OR WHINE HOWEVER, CHOOSE TO STAY FOCUSED THERE ARE A LOT OF SCAPEGOATS WHO DO THINGS TO SHOW BOAT LET IT NOT BE NAMED AMONG YOU BECAUSE RICHES AND FAME AND DOING IT IN JESUS NAME IS THE GAME FOR THOSE WHO STAY TRUE STAY FOCUSED © 2019 By S. L. Maxwell-Robles

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Racial Pr of ilin g Am er ica's Dar k Hist or y

By S.L. M axw ell-Robles

According to the EEOC:, the U.S> Equal Employment Opportunity Commission: "Discrimination involves treating someone (an applicant or employee) unfavorably because he/she s of a certain race or because of personal characteristics associated with race (such as hair texture, skin color, or certain facial features.) Color discrimination involves treating someone unfavorably because of skin color complexion".

As per stated on the EEOC website: LAW ENFORCED BY THE EEOC: Tit le VII of t h e Civil Righ t s Act of 1964 (Tit le VII) This law makes illegal to discriminate against someone on the basis of race color, religion, national origin, or sex. This law also make it illegal to retaliate against a person because the person complained about discrimination, filed a charge of discrimination, or participated in a employment discrimination investigation or lawsuit. The law also requires that employers reasonably accommodate applicants' and employees' sincerely held religious practices unless doing so

would impose an undue hardship on the operation of the employer 's business.

According to the ACLU, one of the largest and oldest civil liberties organizations in the United States history, Racial Profiling "occurs when law enforcement and private security target people of color for humiliating and often frightening detentions, interrogations, and searches without a evidence of criminal activity, and based on perceived race, ethnicity, natural origin, or religion."

Also according to the ACLU "Racial profiling is patently illegal, violating the U.S. Constitution's compromises of equal protection under the to all and freedom from unreasonable searches and seizures...Just as importantly,racial profiling is ineffective, it alienates communities from law enforcement, hinders community policing efforts, and causes law enforcement to lose.

And then, finally, lets review the Equal Protection clause as it is stated in the 14th Amendment

of the Us Constitution. The clause states this: All persons born or naturalized in the United States, and subject to the jurisdiction thereof, are citizens of the United States and of the state wherein they reside. No state shall make or enforce any law which shall abridge the privileges or immunities of citizens of the United States; nor shall any state deprive any person of life, liberty, or property, without due process of law; nor deny to any person within its jurisdiction the equal protection of the laws. --- Un it ed St at es Con st it u t ion .

This report will not be a pleading recap of the countless thousands, or perhaps even hundred thousands or even millions potentially here in the United States and most definitely world-wide who have either experienced or tragically lost their life as a result of racial profiling.

What this report will be is a criticism and earnest look at the individual and corporate bodies whom God has endowed with his word, knowledge, training, teaching, power, authority, and

his Holy-Spirit, yet they have somehow remained silent on the most critical issues of the day.

How can we call ourselves the church and we don't stand up united on issues such as this?

Racism, discrimination, and Racial Profiling as we mentioned earlier, has lead to an insurmountably number of people being harassed, beaten, humiliated, intimidated, and even murdered due simply to their race.

God did not place us here with a voice, and all of the aforementioned attributes just to "pass through",yet the church, Black, white, or otherwise remains silent, why?

How can the church call itself the church, especially the Black church, whom won't stand up and address the issues Biblically-wise, church-wise, spirit-wise, social-wise, Christ-wise or Holy-Spirit wise?

We have been complacent and ineffective while our children and generations have shamelessly died in the streets and by the hands which we knew ultimately to not only be racism, sexism, and

and every other type of "ism"m but the Devil, and we have yet to take a hold of him.

I am advocating for a separate city and separate state because quite frankly, Black and Christian lives depend on it. Let's see what this world, country, and the nations will look like once Black thought, culture, life, influence, input, contributions, and stake are removed.

Again, why is the church not standing up, taking authority,taking action, and addressing the issues that plague our lives, children, families, communities, society and wold today?

And finally,what impact will the church make and what type of legacy or inheritance will they leave for the future generations, and when will the Black man, woman, child, and family stand up and take their rightful place in the world?

Lif e s t y l es

By S.L. Maxwell-Robles What does it mean to be a Christian Back man today? That may seem like an unusual question, but think about it. What types of choices and decision do you make in life based upon these two factors?

What ever it means, I know that God, your creator love you, and each and every one of us was placed here with a purpose.

The type of choices we make and they type of "lifestyle" we create with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ will ultimately determine the outcome our lives?

Sure, I admit, none of us are perfect, but are you at least giving it all that you have in life towards accomplishing those things that God has given you to do.

I mean, think about it, what is more important that doing the

will of God? In your life, church, home school, or job?...Nothing.

Some people strive everyday to make the right choices and decisions despite themselves. But I am here to tell you, a life with God calls you to be better than that.

Why just try to survive or meagerly get by. Don't you know that your heavenly Father wants so much more fore you?

Take the time today and consider your lifestyle. Is it truly reflective of who you are, your hope, your goals, your dreams and who God called you to be.

If currently not, that's okay, because life with God is a process, however, choose now to allow God to order your steps, and make solid plans towards those things he has called for you to do today.

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LOVE HIM LOVE HIM TODAY, IN EACH AND EVERY WAY, FOR HE IS GOD'S PRECIOUS GIFT TO YOU TREAT HIM RIGHT, ALL DAY AND ALL NIGHT, FOR YOU NEVER KNOW WHAT HE MAY HAVE TO DO FOR YOU STAND ON SOUND DOCTRINE, NEVER LET THE DEVIL GET IN , BECAUSE GOD HAS A PLAN FOR THE TWO OF YOU BE HIS BACK-FALL, NEVER JUST A WHEREWITHAL, BUT ALWAYS REJOICE FOR WHAT IS AT HAND GOD'S GIFT TO YOU, NOTHING COULD BE MORE TRUE, JUST BELIEVE IN THIS AND YOU TWO WILL SHINE THROUGH © 2019 By S. L. Maxwell-Robles

TRUST DO YOU TRUST THE LORD IN ALL THAT YOU DO DO YOU TAKE THE TIME AND PUT YOURSELF IN OTHERS SHOES WHAT IS THIS THING CALLED LIFE HAVE YOU MASTERED IT YET? WHAT EVER CAUSES ITS DOWNFALL I CAN SURELY BET SOMEONE, AND HOPEFULLY NOT YOU DID NOT TRUST GOD

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