THE WALL ST. ALPHA REPORT The official Wall Street Alphas newsletter, Kappa Xi Lambda Chapter, NYC
October / November 2007
Vol. 1, No. 2
Think Black! By Bro. Tony Johnson Earlier this year, in the early planning stages for the 3rd Annual Masquerade Ball, I began hearing comments of how brothers had “masquerade fatigue”. This is after two well attended masquerade events! Consequently, the committee took those comments into consideration and asked what we could do to have an updated contemporary social event but retain the element of sophistication and class that you would expect from a black tie function. After much thought, THINK BLACK! was born. No black tie, no formal wear, no masks. Just Black. All Black attire. This upscale event is now a modern urban affair designed for the purpose of elegance yet comfort. Lotus (409 W. 14th Street), in the meat packing district is the perfect location to host this year’s fall event. Asian urban inspired with Thai influenced cuisine make for an exciting evening of dancing, food, cocktails and most of all, giving. This year’s beneficiary is the American Cancer Society’s Prostate Cancer Initiative. Medical studies confirm that all African-African men are at a higher risk of contracting prostate cancer than all other races. We need to get checked early, most data suggests beginning at about age 40. Many of us have had friends or relatives live with it and it’s great to know it’s a totally treatable form of cancer when detected early. Continued on page 11
President’s Letter Greetings to my brothers of KXL and all brothers of Alpha! The fraternal year has begun in earnest and we find ourselves very busy with activities in and out of our chapter. On October 5th, the chapter will celebrate its Fifth Anniversary of re-chartering. It is a time for celebration because when I entered the chapter in the spring of 2004, there were approximately seven financial brothers at that time. Today, I am proud to say we have built upon what the re-chartering members started. I am beginning my second term as President and we have grown over those years to close to sixty brothers. The growth in our membership and programming has been tremendous. However, there is cause for reflection because of how far we still need to go and how much work we as a chapter and national organization still need to complete. As you all know, recently the fraternity was brought to its golden days of activism with a demand for justice and equal protection and application of the law. With the events of Jena, Louisiana, the fraternity and our esteemed Continued on Page 2
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President’s Letter Editor’s Report Think Black! African Burial Ground National Monument Financial Focus – Subprime Mortgage Loans Alpha Outrage – General President Matthews MLK Memorial Update and the Dream Concert 7 Questions – VP Jacques Etienne
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A moment of tribute at the Dream Concert held at Radio City Music Hall on September 18. Learn more about the Fraternity’s drive to fund and build the King Memorial on page 4.
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General President Darryl Matthews were at the forefront of the movement to obtain fairness and equality for the “Jena 6”. It was a proud moment for us as a body. It reminded me of why I wanted to be an Alpha in the first place. Although I come from a family of Ques, I was introduced to Alpha by my childhood friend telling me about how Martin Luther King, Jr. was a member of Alpha. My first thought was, “anything good enough for King is good for me!” That’s really all I needed to hear and I was sold. Then at my smoker, the guest speaker was former Congressman William Gray and he gave one of the most inspiring motivational speeches I have heard to this day. So, it’s a good thing to see us get back into “the fight” once again in a very public way.
The African Burial Ground National Monument opens in NYC By Bro. Brian Pruitt The African Burial Ground National Monument at Duane and Elk Streets in Lower Manhattan preserves a site containing the remains of over 400 Africans who were buried during the 17th and 18th centuries. Their remains were found during the construction of a Federal office building in 1991. Construction was halted in time to secure and properly preserve the remains. A redesign of the building commenced in order to preserve the site. On April 19, 1993, the site was designated a National Historic Landmark.
Think Black! will arrive in November in the trendy meat packing district. You will read more about the planning and details on how one of our signature events was refashioned for a more contemporary look and feel. But let us not lose focus on the purpose of the event: funding of prostate cancer research and the Wall St. Alphas Charitable Foundation, Inc. We need every brother’s help in selling tickets and raising funds for this worthy event. Lastly, brothers reach out to the executive board members or to me and participate and let’s continue our activism here on the local level. You came here to this chapter for a reason, find your purpose again and make Kappa Xi Lambda your home. Become a full fledged Wall St. Brother! Fraternally, Tony Johnson, Esq. President, Kappa Xi Lambda Wall St. Alphas
Mark your Calendar! 10/5: KXL Recharter – 5 Year Anniversary 10/9: Chapter Meeting 10/10: Neophyte Focus Group 10/12 – 14: Alpha G.E.N.T.S. College Tour 11/1: “Think Black!” 11/9 – 11: NYACOA Meeting – White Plains 11/13: Chapter Meeting 11/15: Last day to pay National dues with no penalty
On September 30 – October 2, 2005, the African Burial Ground Tribute took place honoring over 20,000 Africans buried in lower Manhattan during the late 1700's and into the 1800's. Bros. Charles Rangel and Gregory Meeks were instrumental in introducing the bill to establish the African Burial Ground National Historic Site and the African Burial Ground International Memorial Museum. Upon the signing of a proclamation on February 27, 2006, by President Bush, the site became a National Monument. The memorial will open to the public on October 5, 2007. Dedication events will occur on October 5 and 6. For information call (212) 637-2019 or visit http://www.nps.gov/afbg/index.htm and http://www.theunitedpalace.com/burial.htm
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Editor’s Report Greetings Brothers! Welcome to our second newsletter. We hope that you found our first edition informative and interesting. If you missed it you can visit www.wallstreetalphas.com. In this edition we introduce a couple new features: “Alpha Outrage” which is a vehicle for Brothers to express their opinions on topics of the day and “Financial Focus” which will discuss various financial matters that are important to our community. The tragedy of what occurred in Jena, Louisiana prompted a nationwide grassroots effort to rally to the support of the “Jena 6”. Bro. General President Matthews led a contingent of Alpha brothers to join the thousands assembled at the rally on September 20. His speech in its entirety can be found in this months “Alpha Outrage”. In this month’s “7 Questions” feature, Chapter V.P. Jacques Etienne discusses his involvement with the Big Brothers Big Sisters program. Kappa Xi Lambda recently became the first and only Alpha alumni chapter in New York to partner with BBBS and add this important National initiative to its many community activities. Be sure to mark November 1 on your calendar. Think Black! debuts this fall replacing our signature Masquerade Ball. This new annual fundraiser puts the spotlight on health afflictions that predominantly affect African-American men. Finally, if you missed the Dream Concert on September 18, it’s still not too late to make a contribution to the historic Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial and do your part toward building the first monument to an African-American on the National mall in D.C. If you have any comments on the newsletter or would like to be a contributor, please reply to wsanews@gmail.com. ’06, Brian Pruitt Newsletter Editor Wall St. Alphas
Black Male Empowerment Workshops in Brooklyn Following on the success of this year’s Black and Male in America (BAMIA) workshop during Father’s Day, Kevin Powell is offering a FREE monthly series to further develop solutions to critical problems in our communities. This monthly series for MALES ONLY kicked off on September 10 and will conclude in August 2008. Each month there will be a workshop dealing with some aspect of development and empowerment for Black males including financial literacy and responsibility, taking care of your physical, mental, and spiritual health, stopping the violence in our communities, how to become a mentor to Black boys and young Black men, understanding the history and state of hiphop, and nurturing fatherhood skills. BROWN MEMORIAL BAPTIST CHURCH 484 Washington Avenue at the corner of Gates Avenue The Fort Greene section of BROOKLYN, NEW YORK (A or C to Clinton/Washington stop) Monday, October 1, 2007 Monday, November 5, 2007 Monday, December 3, 2007 Monday, January 7, 2008 Monday, February 4, 2008 Monday, March 3, 2008 Monday, April 7, 2008 Monday, May 5, 2008 Monday, June 2, 2008 Monday, July 7, 2008 Monday, August 4, 2008 For more information call 718-390-3520 or visit www.blackandmaleinamerica.org
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MLK Build the Dream Memorial By Bro. Brian Pruitt In 1996, Congress passed Joint Resolutions in authorizing Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. to establish a memorial honoring Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. to be built in Washington, DC. The Memorial will be situated adjacent to the F.D.R. Memorial and in a direct line between the Lincoln and Jefferson Memorials. The Ceremonial Groundbreaking took place on November 13, 2006 and the Memorial is scheduled to be completed in 2008.
Brother General President Matthews and MLK Foundation President Brother Harry E. Johnson participate in the groundbreaking ceremony.
Alpha National leaders and the King family have pushed a massive grassroots campaign, soliciting donations from private citizens, celebrities, and large corporations. Some of the major corporate donors include GM, Tommy Hilfiger, Disney, Coca Cola, Dupont, and Ford. Just a few of the celebrities donating time and resources include Muhammad Ali, Dr. Maya Angelou, Laurence Fishburne, Harrison Ford, George Foreman, Morgan Freeman, Samuel L. Jackson, George Lucas, Lionel Ritchie, and Tavis Smiley. As of July 2007, the Memorial Foundation had already raised an estimated $82 million of the $100 million needed to build and maintain the memorial. Among the latest news it was announced that Deryl McKissack, president of the Washington-based firm McKissack & McKissack, a minority owned engineering firm, will lead a joint venture design-build team for the project.
Presidents Bush and Clinton, Sec. of State Rice, and Al Sharpton, among others, were present with the King family at the groundbreaking.
For the latest information or to contribute to the dream, please visit www.buildthedream.org.
President Clinton and Muhammad Ali share a moment at the groundbreaking ceremonies.
The MLK Foundation drums up support and awareness earlier this year at the NYSE Opening Bell. Photography courtesy of www.buildthedream.org
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FINANCIAL FOCUS Homeownership – Minority Communities at Risk
Homeownership is on the top ten list when it comes to the American dream. Since the beginning of this decade it has been one of the fastest growing segments of our economy. A variety of flexible bank financing programs, such as, low down payment and no money down has allowed many African Americans to realize this vision. The real estate market has been a lucrative option for many up until recent times. This dream for many African Americans has turned into a nightmare. In the past few months the Mortgage industry has reported record numbers of foreclosures, bank and lender closures and a continuous number of African Americans losing their homes. One major cause of this has been subprime mortgage loans. Subprime loans are adjustable rate mortgages that have an initial low teaser interest rate for a short fixed period (usually 2 or 3 years), the interest then increases as much as 5% a month after the fixed period is over. These types of loans are putting hardworking homeowners in a position where they cannot meet their monthly mortgage loan obligations. These loans started with low affordable payments and now have ballooned into exorbitant debts that are forcing these people out of their homes and into the streets. The payment, even after the possible 5% increase may continue to rise again every 3 months thereafter. These popular loans are called 2/28’s (fixed for 2 years and adjusts for the remaining 28 years). An example of this loan type could be a homeowner who had a monthly mortgage payment of $1300 a month, who receives a notice stating their payments are now going to be $1600 monthly or sometimes even $1800 a month. With many households having fixed incomes, this scenario ultimately evokes financial catastrophe. A report released from the Center of Responsible Lending in Washington, DC stated that “52% percent of African American were more likely to obtain or only qualify for this type of financing”. These loans were given to consumers who needed loan programs with reduced documentation such as stated income and flexible restriction when it came to their credit. But many minority homeowners who did not have credit blemishes or income problems were also in these subprime loan programs. The Association Of Mortgage Bankers reported that approximately 2 million adjustable rate mortgage (ARM) loans are coming due this year. The number of foreclosures as of July was 350,000 consumers and more than 35% of this number was in African American and minority communities. Lenders are revising and discontinuing many loan programs with these numbers of foreclosures continuing to increase. This has caused many lenders to take out the magnifying glass on loan applicants requiring them to document all income and all derogatory credit. This change has already caused some decline in the number of minorities seeking homeownership. The results of these “subprime loans” in a red hot real estate market showed great profits for banks, realtors, brokers and real estate investors but, all the same real estate professionals are now yielding to a slow down spiral market with no bottom in sight. The real estate market is going through a tumultuous time. Real estate as a whole can be unpredictable, but yet it still remains an investment that opens doors to many wealth building opportunities for so many African Americans. **** By Feintz-Daniel Pierre, Mortgage Banker with Wells Fargo Bank N.A. For questions about subprime concerns and other mortgage options, e-mail feintz-daniel.pierre@wellsfargo.com.
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2007-2008 Chapter Officers and Board Members Executive Board President:
Brother Tony Johnson
Vice President:
Brother Jacques Etienne
Recording Secretary:
Brother David Jones
Corresponding Secretary:
Brother Tony Thompson
Treasurer:
Brother Jioha Amatokwu
Financial Secretary:
Brother Brian Pruitt
Chaplain:
Brother Wiky Toussaint
Historian:
Brother Sean Gayle
Coordinator of Intake:
Brother Damon Culcleasure
Sergeant-at-Arms:
Brother Sam Parker
Parliamentarian:
Brother Andrew Fisher
Dir. of Educational Activity:
Brother Mansa Nicome
Editor to the Sphinx:
Brother Corey A. McDougle
Wall Street Alphas Charitable Foundation Board of Directors President:
Brother Frantz Jean-Baptiste
Treasurer:
Brother Shawn A. Curwen
Secretary:
Brother Tony Johnson
Newsletter Committee Editor:
Brother Brian Pruitt
Assistant Editor:
Brother Chris Hunt
Contributors:
Brother Corey A. McDougle
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The Dream Concert of the Year! By Bro. Brian Pruitt On September 18, the historical “Dream Concert” took place at Radio City Music Hall continuing the Fraternity’s effort to raise funds for the memorial that will honor Brother Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Performers and participants for the event were a modern Who’s Who of entertainers, athletes, and moguls. Grammy Award winning songwriters and record producers Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis served as artistic directors, while icons such as Muhammad Ali, Angela Bassett, Jamie Foxx, Whoopi Goldberg, Cuba Gooding, Jr., Michael Jordan, Magic Johnson, and former Mayor Brother David Dinkins lent their support to the concert’s Host Committee. The idea for the concert itself was grounded in beliefs held by Dr. King. embodying the ideals of hope, love, democracy, and justice for which Dr. King stood, capturing the essence of his lasting teaching by joining together musicians from across genre lines, featuring unique musical combinations not usually found on the same stage. Stevie Wonder, Aretha Franklin, Carlos Santana, Babyface, Robin Thicke, Bebe Winans, and Cece Winans were just a few of the performers who contributed to an incredible evening for all in attendance.
Bro. Chapter President Johnson and General President Candidate Bro. Skip Mason arrive at the concert. Stevie Wonder and Babyface were just a few of the highlights of this historic concert.
Photography courtesy of Bro. Skip Mason and www.buildthedream.org
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7 Questions‌. with Bro. Jacques Etienne, KXL V.P. and Big Brother By Bro. Brian Pruitt I recently sat down with newly elected Kappa Xi Lambda, Vice President Jacques Etienne to discuss his thoughts about Alpha Phi Alpha and his experiences with the Big Brothers Big Sisters program. Several KXL Brothers have signed on to be Big Brothers and are currently in the process of finding a match for a Little Brother. Jacques, like many KXL brothers has an interesting background. He received his Bachelor's of Arts in Latin American Studies and Economics from Union College, and went on to earn a Masters in Science in Finance from Baruch’s Zicklin School of Business and a Masters of Public Policy in Economic Development and Strategic Management from the JFK School at Harvard University. Jacques was initiated into Pi Pi chapter at Union College on May 3rd, 1990. He is passionate about the arts, politics, community development, and serves as the President of Jouvence Capital, a real estate investment group with holdings in Florida, Haiti, and Brazil. What made you want to become a Big Brother? Back in the fall of 1990, my sophomore year at Union College, I attended a presentation by the Capital District Big Brothers/Big Sisters office on campus. I was very impressed with the students who spoke at the meeting and the impact they were making by donating just a small amount of their time. I wanted to do the same, especially knowing the shortcomings that faced many in the Schenectady community. Besides, coming from a family which had a tradition of service, it just felt right and that the aims of the organization fit with my own belief of helping the generation behind. Did you have a mentoring relationship when you were an adolescent that helped you with your personal development? I cannot speak of a mentoring relationship in the formal sense, probably because the concept was foreign to Haiti were I grew up. However, I grew up admiring my parents and what they stood for. My dad did great work as a legislator and lawyer. I saw the impact on the people in his community. My mother always imparted the importance of helping others and instilled in us the idea of constant self-improvement. More than any mentoring relationship, these home brewed examples forged in me the belief that I could be personally successful and still find ways to contribute to society. How do you think you have impacted the life of your Little Brother? My greatest impact on my little has been to show him that others can care. I believe his exposure to people who look like him being positive and successful has led him to want to emulate that behavior. Sometimes the greatest gift you can give to someone is to give of yourself and show a belief in them. It is amazing the confidence that young people develop from so little, and that itself mushrooms into its own drive and serves as a foundation they can always return to. The amazing thing is that from so little a lot is given not just to the Little but the Big as well. How did you find the time with your busy schedule to be an effective Big Brother and what is your current relationship with your Little Brother? Back then due to the nature of the program, the commitment was 4 hours a month. He would spend time on campus attending football games and generally hanging with me on campus. That was the best option given how limited Schenectady is. We also spoke on the phone frequently. As the relationship grew, I soon found the 4 hours were a breeze and we often exceeded that.
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We kind of drifted apart because of life obligations and for a while I relocated out of the country. My Little also left the program after our year, however, we reconnected through mutual acquaintances in the Schenectady community. Now we are friends. He just started law school in Florida. What personal reason made you decide to seek out Membership in Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity? Having grown up in Haiti, I knew very little about fraternities. I had not even seen School Daze prior to enrolling at Union College. There were no Brothers on the yard my freshman year, the last one having graduated the prior year. Yet, some friends invited me to go along to these smokers at SUNY Albany which was about a half hour away. Joining Alpha Phi Alpha was the natural fit. I strongly believe that all organizations have their merits; however, one must feel a bond to that organization. I felt that at first sight with Alpha. My ideals were there, the history spoke to a legacy I aspired to be a part of, and the brothers, mainly members of Beta Pi Lambda acted with distinction and had the kind of success I aspire to. Most of the smoker focused on achievements. At home my father preached constantly on the effects on the company one keeps on their success, and at that meeting I felt that not only was this the company I wanted to keep but also the place were my ideals would best be mirrored. How has being a Big Brother and Alpha Brother changed your life? Being a Big led to a greater appreciation of parents and the importance of always striving to be a good example. The actions of those they look up to have tremendous effects on adolescents. The lessons I drew from that experience, has led me to being a good listener, friend, etc. Being a Big, especially at such a young age, also taught me that the gifts from within are so much more valuable and lasting than the materials ones. Being an Alpha has been of great importance. I really tried to embody the ideals of the organization. “First of All, Servants of All, We shall transcend All”; to me this is more than a creed; it is a way of life. It is a reminder to strive for excellence in everything I do; to stay humble no matter how high I go, and never forget that my actions impact my community, as such I affect the world I live in and will leave behind. Such consciousness requires I remain vigilant that the compass guiding my actions is always pointed toward my values and the legacy I wish to create. What do you think of Alpha's role as mentors to young men in today's hip hop driven culture? I happen to think we have lost a bit of our bite. When I became a brother, I really treasured my process. Things were done and put in a context which made sense. I felt there were lessons to be learned that one could carry forward in our every day lives. For this I will be eternally grateful to three Brothers at Rho Sigma who gave a lot of their nights to make sure my three line brothers and I got the message. You may feel that I digress, however, there is a point I am getting to. As I stated earlier, I felt that we lost our way a bit. Somewhere in the nineties we, Alphas, became more concerned about risk management. Although that was necessary to preserve our fraternity, we forgot that there were brothers still being created and given that the process had gone underground there was no monitoring being done. I think that led to a new identity being developed in college chapters, (which in many communities are the face of the organization). The criteria for membership became haphazard and uneven across the board. Don’t get me wrong many good Alphas have been created in that period, however, just as in our society the sensationalism of negative news gained prevalence and altered our national image. Continued on page 11
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Alpha Outrage ******* In this section Brothers express their opinions on relevant issues of the day.
WE DEMAND JUSTICE FOR THE JENA 6! Bro. Darryl R. Matthews, Sr. , General President Thursday, September 20, 2007
( BALTIMORE , MD ) – It is sobering to know that in 2007 Martin Luther King’s dream of equal treatment, respect, fairness and opportunity is still not realized. For any court in the United States of America to deny African Americans their constitutional right to due process, equal application of the law, to a fair hearing, and the administration of justice with prejudice is inhumane and downright wrong. It was wrong in the Dred Scott case before the Missouri Supreme Court in 1850 and before the United States Supreme Court in 1857. Justice Taney's outrageous notion that a black man has no rights that a white man is bound to respect was wrong in 1857; it was wrong in 1957; and, it is wrong today in 2007. It is unfortunate, even tragic that 150 years later, there are apparently still some who believe Taney's ill conceived logic. The judicial railroading suffered by Adolph Plessey here in Louisiana was wrong in 1892 and 1896. And, the judicial railroading of the Jena 6 in Louisiana in 2006 and 2007 is wrong today. The racially motivated rush to prosecute, convict and execute the young black men known as the Scottsboro nine was wrong three-quarters of a century ago. And, the racially motivated rush to prosecute, convict and imprison the young black men known as the Jena 6 is wrong today. The decision to overturn the original charges is a good first step, but it is not a closed case. These young men still stand the chance of going to jail unjustly. So like Amos who spoke out against injustice in his day, and Martin who spoke out against injustice in his day, I stand here today and commit the men of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity to stand up and speak up on behalf of the Jena 6 “until justice rolls down like waters and righteousness like a mighty stream!" The plight of the Jena 6 should serve as a wake up call to black, white and brown America ; we can no longer continue to live in denial with the belief that racism and hatred no longer exists. We must embrace the thought, and demonstrate through our actions, the realization that we are responsible for more than our own front walk…as long as one person is experiencing injustice, we all are experiencing injustice. I ask people of good will everywhere to let your voices be heard. We are not satisfied and will not be satisfied until justice is served. The members of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated have historically engaged in the struggle to uplift the downtrodden in their efforts to achieve the promise of social and economic parity described and prescribed in the pledge of allegiance to this great republic that declares liberty and justice for all. For over 100 years brothers of Alpha have given of their time, talent and treasury to combat the sinister forces of injustice and unfairness, so prevalent during the years of Jim Crow, as well as the denial of civil rights to some. And, by my presence here today, we declare that as conscientious African American men dedicated to making a positive difference, not just a statement or symbolic gesture, but to make real for these young men of Jena , Louisiana and others who experience this tragedy each and every day, the promises of democracy guaranteed by the founding fathers of this nation. I close with the words of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr, “Now is the time to lift our nation from the quicksand of racial injustice to the solid rock of brotherhood. Now is the time to make justice a reality for all of god's children”. Please submit your letters of opinion to WSANews@gmail.com. Content may be edited due to space limitations. Visit us at www.wallstreetalphas.com 10
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One may not like the hip hop culture; however, it is here to stay. If we, Alphas, want to impact young men today we must accept that fact and tailor our message by speaking to what is relevant to the youth today. We must find the courage to stand by our principles even when they run against the grain, and not be afraid to speak of the alternatives to fast money. In a previous question, I spoke on the impact of actions, and that is why I took the time to talk about the nineties on the organizations. That era has had a tremendous impact on our ability to be effective in mentoring young men. Why should they follow us? Is our image aligned with our values? The messenger is as important as the message. With that understanding, I think if we focus on creating messengers who understand and espouse our purpose and aims, we will create ideal mentors for today’s youth.
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An estimated 30,870 cases of prostate cancer are expected to occur among African American men in 2007. This accounts for 37% of all cancers for that population. Between 2002 – 2003 the average annual prostate cancer incidence rate was 60% higher in African American men than in white men. The American Cancer Society recommends that African American men begin annual prostate cancer screening at age 45. Source: American Cancer Society
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Think Black! Continued from page 1 We are fortunate to have American Airlines, Black Enterprise, Remy Martin, and Uptown Magazine as sponsors for this spectacular event. So brothers, I look forward to making THINK BLACK! a huge success. Tell your guests about the open bar, appetizers, gift bags, dancing, live DJ, and much more to come all for the support of the Wall St. Alphas Charitable Foundation, Inc. and the funding of prostate cancer research. When you think of a cool, classy, chic, sophisticated and sexy affair: THINK WALL ST. ALPHAS! THINK BLACK!!
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Bro. General President Darryl R. Matthews, Sr. makes a stirring speech at the rally for the Jena 6. Photography by Bro. Skip Mason
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