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Congresswoman Wilson is a long time African affairs expert

By Joseph Hammond Urban News Service Most Americans had not heard of Rep. Frederica Wilson until she accused President Trump of making insensitive remarks in a condolence call to the widow of an American soldier killed in Niger.

But her connection to the military’s often secretive work in work in Niger came as little surprise to intelligence

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officers who know the Florida Congresswoman as a longtime supporter of U.S. counterterrorism missions in Africa.

Since her election to the House in 2010, Wilson has become one of the staunchest advocates for U.S. support in the fight against the jihadist group Boko Haram.

In an exclusive interview with the Urban News Service days before the attack in Niger, she said she is especially

concerned about the threats Boko Haram and other terrorist groups could pose to America’s homeland. “What you are going to see is little black boys in communities that Boko Haram will [target by] sending people in to change the trajectory of what’s happening in our inner cities and they too will become terrorists,” she said.

African security has long been an issue for the congresswoman. Wilson

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was part of the first congressional delegation to go into another African country, Nigeria, after Boko Haram abducted 276 girls in 2014 from a school in the town of Chibok, stirring international outrage and inspiring the social media hashtag #bringbackourgirls.

Boko Haram has released many of the girls, but 113 remain missing.

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One mess after another

Paul Manafort’s ambition set the

2 Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, 3 because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance.

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stage for his downfall

By Bobby R. Henry, Sr.

I am sick and tired of this whole mess, starting with the Not For Long penal slave system(NFL), the president of the United States of America and as he so ignorantly stated on October 13, 2017, “I met with the president of the Virgin Islands”him that person.

His entire corrupt cabinet seems to be suffering from CRS (Can’t Remember S#&%)and selective amnesia.

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Survivor Grace Valentin, Survivor Jane Collazo, Survivor Karen Centeno, Survivor Pansy Carty, Host Janice Moore, Survivor Sharonda Foster, Survivor Ethlyn Satchel, Survivor Hillary Reynolds, Survivor Carolyn Atkins, Survivor Cynthia Burroughs and Brenda D. Foreman, Broward County Clerk of Courts.

Faith and love, prayer and unity can ease the pain of breast cancer

By Nichole Richards

Manafort Former Trump Campaign Chief Paul Manafort Pleads Not Guilty to Russia Investigation Indictments WASHINGTON — In February 2016, after decades of lucrative paydays from foreign clients, Paul Manafort found himself at an inflection point.

He was starting to give up hope of collecting millions of dollars owed to him by a Russianaligned Ukrainian political party, and was straining to help his son-in-law salvage bad real estate investments. And he was also itching for one last shot on the American political stage.

Over coffee at the Montage Beverly Hills hotel with an old friend, Thomas J. Barrack Jr., Mr. Manafort pursued an opportunity that he thought could solve his problems — joining Donald J. Trump’s presidential campaign. And Mr. Barrack, one of Mr. Trump’s closest advisers, agreed to help make that happen.

By the end of March, Mr. Manafort was on board, and in May, he was promoted to campaign chairman and chief strategist. Under Mr. Manafort’s

direction, Mr. Trump secured the nomination, rallied much of the Republican Party establishment behind him and set the strategy that would take him to the White House. But instead of being a crowning achievement, the job that Mr. Manafort thought would turbocharge his consulting business set the stage for his downfall.

Although Mr. Manafort was forced out of the Trump campaign less than three months before Election Day, his suddenly high profile set off increased scrutiny of his foreign consulting work by congressional and law enforcement investigators.

The investigations have left Mr. Manafort, 68, owing millions of dollars to his lawyers, according to people familiar with his defense, and led some friends and business partners to distance themselves from him.

And on Monday, the Justice Department’s special counsel, Robert S. Mueller III, charged Mr. Manafort and his longtime deputy, Rick Gates, with violating lobbying, tax and banking laws in an effort to hide more than $75 (Cont’d on page 5)

The black and orange color scheme that once defined the month of October has enthusiastically shifted to a brilliant rainbow of pink hues in celebration of Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Awareness is everywhere in the public and private sphere, from NFL games to Walmart.

Over 230,000 women (and men) are diagnosed with the disease each year and the month has become dedicated to strengthening fighters, honoring victors,

and spreading the word on the importance of early detection exams.

Incidences of breast cancer have been on the decline since 1990 but the statistics for African American women remain startling. Although breast (Cont’d on page 12)

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Jasmin Shirley, Senior VP of Community Health Services at Broward Health, will receive “Unity In Diversity” Award

By Hugh B. Beswick

Shirley

Since she was a child, Jasmin Shirley was interested in health and social services issues.

Her passion and strong commitment thrived and her achievements grew throughout 32 years of dedication to those who were the most vulnerable

and forgotten in a time when AIDS/HIV ran rampant.

Known for her early and continuous work in HIV/AIDS and for her determination to provide quality healthcare, Shirley eventually helped form the South Florida AIDS Network in 1981.

With her knowledge of

the epidemic’s beginning through current treatments, issues, and Community needs combined with a strong knowledge of low-income and under-served people, she came to be one of the strongest advocates and fighters for those who lack access to healthcare.

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NAACP Issues National Travel Advisory for American Airlines Calls for Meeting with Airlines to Discuss Troublesome Issues

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Florida’s First African American Candidate for Governor an expansion of social service funding.

Q: What are your Values and Principles in your Life and in your public/political record that will help you win the Democratic primary?

A: I was born in Miami where my mother drove a school bus and my father was a construction worker. I was the first in my immediate family to graduate high school and college, and I know firsthand the needs and hearts of Florida’s working people. I’ve never been afraid to take a stand against the en-

trenched special interests, especially the gun lobby, and I’ve stood up and fought for our families every day of my career.

Q: As the first African American to run for the Governor of Florida is that important or significant, and does the Black community have a voice in the Florida government.

A: Florida’s African Americans must see themselves and their issues represented in the Governor’s Mansion. For 20 years the special interests and Republicans have run roughshod over the people of Florida

and that includes the Black community. We need a Governor who will fight for our issues without ceasing.

Q: How do you get the Black Community’s vote in a Mid-Term election?

A: We show up when we feel the Democratic candidate knows our issues and fights for them passionately, and when that candidate knows our story.

I am truly that candidate.

From my accomplishments and legislative fights to my background, I’ve lived an experience that Florida’s Black community knows well. My story is their

story, and my fight is their fight.

Q: Explain –“Bring it Home” A:When I was a little boy, my grandmother would tell me, “Boy, go to school. Mind your teachers. Get your lesson. And bring that education home.

Bring it home for your little brother and sister who don’t know what it is yet — bring it home. Bring it home for that little boy you play with down the street — God knows where he’ll end up. Bring it home.”

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Educating Blac k sstudents tudents in tthe he N ew Jim Cr ow Er a Black Ne Cro Era Policy Experts Discuss Educating Black Students in the New Jim Crow Era

By Stacy M. Brown (NNPA Newswire Contributor)

GILLUM Many African Americans in the third largest state in America are unaware that Andrew Gillum, the 38-year-old mayor of Tallahassee, is running for Governor of Florida. This is an unprecedented milestone in the history of Florida, and the Florida Association of Black Owned Media, Inc. (FABOM) has agreed to having a dialogue in their newspapers to learn more about mayor Gillum’s platform, his record and why he’s running for governor of Florida in 2018.

Q: What makes Mayor Gillum qualified to be Governor of Florida and Why Now? A: I’m running for Governor to rebuild Florida into a state that works for all of us. I’ve served Tallahassee as Mayor since 2014 and at 23 became the youngest person ever elected to the City Commission when I was a senior at Florida A&M University. As Mayor, I beat the gun lobby in court to protect commonsense reform and stood up to President Trump and Governor Rick Scott to defend immigrants. Under my leadership, we built training programs for underrepresented workers in President Obama’s TechHire program. I also helped lower violent crime in the City of Tallahassee by more than 10 percent through increased investments in law enforcement, community policing, re-entry programs, and

After decades of desegregation efforts, federal civil rights laws, and other attempts to close the achievement gap, a high quality education remains an elusive goal for most Black children.

In an effort to engage Black parents around reaching that elusive goal, educators and community stakeholders tackled leadership, educational equity and policy in urban schools, during a recent panel discussion.

Led by moderator Linda Tillman, professor emeritus of education leadership at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, the panel discussed the challenges faced by African American teachers and leaders, as they work to educate Black children and young adults in urban communities.

“We are here to revisit old discussions and bring fresh ideas,” Tillman said. “Jim Crow has affected Blacks in so many ways. Black education is a right [that’s] not solely based on White norms.”

Panelist Terri Watson, a City

College of New York (CCNY) educator and co-creator of the CCNY-based “Growing Our Own Doctor’s Project,” said that there’s not only a need for better education, but that there’s also a need for safer communities for Black students.

“We have to focus on creating space where kids are informed and active, that’s important,” Watson said. “We have to let the kids know that the world is waiting for them, they’re up next and we have to change their mindset that the world views them as disposable.”

Rodney Hopson, a professor and associate dean of education psychology at George Mason University, Sonya Douglass Horsford, an associate professor of education leadership at the Teachers College at Columbia University, and M. Christopher Brown II, the president of Kentucky State University also participated in the panel that took place during the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s annual legislative conference.

Both Brown and Horsford, longtime friends, said the majority of public schools are now non-White. The proliferation of charter and alternative schools has also chipped away at the effectiveness of public schools.

The federal government has played such a major role in shaping education policy and schools now mostly prepare

African Americans for prison, not college, Brown said.

“The school’s structure that’s used is that they teach our kids how to stand in a straight line, to raise their hands when they have to go to the bathroom…you do that in prison, so that’s the training they’re getting,” Brown said.

He then quoted what he said was a prophetic statement made

by W.E.B. Du Bois 57 years ago. “[African American] teachers will become rarer and in many cases will disappear,” Brown said quoting Du Bois, noting that the prediction has come to pass.

Brown continued, quoting Du Bois: “[African American] children will be instructed in public schools and taught under unpleasant if not discouraging circumstances. Even more largely than today, they will fall out of school, cease to enter high school, and fewer and fewer will go to college.”

Horsford, like the other panelists, said no one should be surprised, because, after all, resegregation has occurred and education is the “new civil rights in the new Jim Crow.”

“We shouldn’t operate from the assumption that our schools are broken,” she said. “They are doing exactly what they were designed to do, which is to sift and sort children into different categories for economic

Panelist Terri Watson, an educator at CCNY, said that there’s a need for safer communities for Black students. (The City College of New York) reasons.”

Horsford added that African Americans must tap the potential, possibilities and gifts of the young people who truly hold the answers to society’s pressing problems.

Even educators have suffered and are poorly valued in a system guided by high-stakes testing and performance-based accountability, Horsford said.

“We have to engage in parallel efforts…we need to reimagine schools and school systems that support everyone,” said Horsford. “We also have to make sure that, in the meantime, we are preparing students to not only survive, but also thrive in an era of extreme inequality.”

The reflections and arguments on the Legacy and Tenure of The Obama Administration

PRESIDENT OBAMA

By Moses Kamuiru Africa, with nations collapsing and borders dissolving. More The most talented terrorist safe havens have been campaigners established than ever before.

Barack Obama is among the Russia and China have become most gifted campaigners we more aggressive and signifihave ever seen. But as pres- cantly increased their geoident, he failed in a manner political influence. America is and on a scale that damaged now held in brazen contempt his party, undermined faith in by our enemies and mistrusted the institutions of government by many of our allies. and left the nation more riven 70 percent of Americans say than he found it. The Obama the country is either more presidency has been char- divided or no more united In some respects, the most acterized by injurious incompetence, in particular about his significant failure of the Obama signature achievement, Oba- years is in the area where many macare. The unveiling of the people thought he would excel. website was a disaster, and the Mr. Obama made the centerpromises the president made — piece of his 2008 campaign a that Americans could keep their promise to end a politics that doctors and plans if they chose “breeds division and conflict and to — were false. Mr. Obama cynicism.” In February of that guaranteed lower insurance year, I praised him for “a mescosts to families and lower sage that, at its core, is about health costs to the taxpayer; in- unity and hope rather than distead, costs rose. Several of the vision and resentment.” He state-run exchanges appear to leaves office with America more be headed for collapse. Over- conflicted and cynical than seas, the Obama years have when he took office. More than been defined by spreading dis- 70 percent of Americans say order and chaos, particularly the country is either more dividin the Middle East and North ed or no more united than it

was in 2009. Race relations are the worst in decades, and our nation is as polarized as it has been in the modern era. It would be silly to lay all the blame for this at the feet of Mr. Obama.

Republicans have been rhetorically reckless at times, and President-elect Donald Trump has coarsened public discourse and set Americans against one another in ways that were once unimaginable. But Mr. Obama came first, and he played a role in where we are.

His arrogance that proved to be Mr. Obama’s undoing In his farewell address last week, President Obama said that for the sake of our democracy we need to heed the advice of the fictional character Atticus Finch, who said, “You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view.” Mr. Obama never seemed to consider things from a different point of view from his own. He has shown withering disdain for his opponents, continually impugning their motives even as he testified to the purity of his own. It was his arrogance that proved to be Mr. Obama’s undoing. (Even leaders of his party felt Mr. Obama’s derision as if dealing with them was somehow beneath him.) Mr. Obama dismissed those who disagreed with him like a professor forced to deal with stupid, wayward students. He warned us against retreating into our bubbles, but he was never able to escape his own.

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Michelle Obama wants more African Americans to talk about mental health

By The Minority/Black Health Blog One in four people in the world will be affected by mental or neurological disorders at some point in their lives, according to the World Health Organization. Around 450 million people currently suffer from mental disorders. Unfortunately, stigma, discrimination and neglect prevent care and treatment from reaching people with mental disorder. African Americans in particular have a stigma that often keeps them from talking about mental

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“The stigma around talking

about mental health and getting help for it just

doesn’t make any sense” Michelle Obama is speaking out about this stigma, stating that it “just doesn’t make any sense.” Mental health affects everyone, regardless of race. In fact, African Americans are 20 percent more likely to experience serious mental health problems than the rest of the population, according to the Health and Human Services Office of Minority Health. Yet, African Americans are reluctant to seek medical professional help for mental illness.

Why African Americans experience more mental health problems

The Health and Human Services Office of Minority Health states that African Americans are more likely to develop serious mental health problems because they are at greater risk for: · Homelessness - people who are homeless have a greater risk of developing mental health problems. · Violence - African American children are more likely than other races to be exposed to violence, and violence increases the risk of developing a mental health condition that can include depression, anxiety and post-traumatic stress dis-

order.

Her plan to end the mental health stigma Michelle Obama and Jill Biden launched Joining Forces in 2011, a nationwide initiative that supports service members, veterans, and their families through wellness, education, and employment opportunities.

She explains that “mental illnesses are just like physical illnesses and deserve the same kind of care and compassion,” and in order to help those suffering with mental illness, we need to change the stigma or negative perception that often surrounds mental illness.

The Jessie Trice Community Health Center announces

CDC Initiative reports decline in death rates from diseases that disparately plague African Americans

Name change during its 50th Anniversary Gala

By Jane Kennedy

The Jessie Trice Community Health Center celebrates 50th years This year, the Jessie Trice wards presentation, musical Matthew V. Lawrence III, Community Health Center cele- performances and a special re- Miami Beach Community brates 50th years of providing veal of the health center’s name Health Center, Nova Southquality and affordable health- change and logo. The gala was eastern University, Sunshine care services to the South Flori- generously sponsored by Rudy Health, United Health Care, da community. In recognition Larrimore, Jackson Health Sys- University of Miami- Dr. Schof reaching this unprecedented tem, Mutual of America, wartz. milestone, JTCHC recently Synergy Billing, Aetna, Art of The Jessie Trice Community hosted its 50th Anniversary Health, Commissioner Audrey Health System, Inc. is a Florida Gala. During the celebration, M. Edmonson, Commissioner 501(c)3, not-for-profit, Federalthe organization announced Barbara J. Jordan, Dr. Dorothy ly Qualified Health Center, that it has officially changed its Bendross-Mindingall, Health which has been serving Miamicorporate name to Jessie Trice Foundation of South Florida, Dade County since 1967. A comCommunity Health System.

Healthy Start Coalition, Dr. “For five decades the Jessie James Bridges, The Children’s munity mainstay, JTCHS owns Trice Community Health Cent- Trust and Waste Management. and/or operates 54 facilities, er has been committed to ensur- Partners also included AT&T, which includes 11 Comprehening that residents of our comm- Bank United, Baptist Health, sive Primary Care centers, inunity have access to quality, Belefonte Tacolcy Center, Black cluding a women’s substance yet affordable healthcare,” says Nurses Association, Broward use residential prograM, 40 President and CEO, Annie Community & Family Health school-based locations and two Neasman. “The new name Center, Inc, Carla Jones, Esq., university centers. JTCHS’s change reflects our growth as a Cigna, Florida Association of multicultural, multilingual, and health organization and our on- Community Health Centers, multidisciplinary staff serves a going commitment to providing Florida International Univer- diverse population of over a wide-range of health services sity – Dr. Ora L. Strickland, 47,000 patients who make more to the South Florida comm- Gallagher, Henri Pierre-Jac- than 187,000 visits annually. unity.” ques, Henry Schein, Irene Tay- WE KNOW how to satisfy our Highlights of the 50th Anni- lor-Wooten, Lawrence Homes, patients and have been doing versary Gala included an a- Inc. DBA, Wish Foundation, so for decades.

Positioning topical HIV prevention for the future From HIV.gov Microbicides have been viewed as an important and potentially revolutionary way to protect women and men from sexual acquisition of HIV. Investigational preventive microbicides contain anti-HIV drugs, and are applied to the vagina via sponges, gels, creams, rings or suppositories, and the rectum via douches, gels or creams. These types of delivery mechanisms allow for the active ingredient to bathe the area, conceivably providing protection.

Microbicides can be discreet, and they are applied by the user – important concepts for those who lack agency in relationships or face stigma for choosing to protect themselves.

Because of these potential advantages, microbicides remain a promising, possible component of an HIV prevention toolkit, alongside existing options like condoms, voluntary medical male circumcision, pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP), post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP), and viral suppression.

In particular, microbicides are thought to offer advantages for women, should a modality reach regulatory approval.

Carl W. Dieffenbach, Ph.D., Director, Division of AIDS, National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases.

Developing safe, effective and desirable prevention tools for women has been a longstanding goal for the National Institutes of Health, and is a top priority for the next iteration of the clinical research enterprise.

In 2016, one such microbicide delivery method demonstrated safety and a degree of efficacy. Two large clinical trials in southern Africa found that a silicone ring that continuously

releases the antiretroviral drug dapivirine in the vagina safely provided a modest level of protection against HIV infection in women. The ASPIRE study, conducted by the Microbicide Trials Network, found that the ring reduced the risk of HIV infection by 27 percent in the study population overall and by 61 percent among women ages 25 years and older, who used the ring most consistently.

Later exploratory analyses indicated that effectiveness may be significantly higher when the ring is used as directed. In consultation with the research community, NIAID launched the HOPE Trial, an open-label extension study to see if this experimental product can offer increased protection against HIV in an open-label setting in which all participants are invited to use the dapivirine ring, and to understand why the ring provided no statistically significant protection in women younger than 25 years. The product is now under regulatory review, and may become available to women outside of research settings soon.

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(TriceEdneyWire.com) – Diseases resulting from tobacco use, obesity, diabetes, plus heart disease and stroke are some of the leading causes of death among African Americans, according to the U. S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

The racial disparities are vast between Blacks and Whites when comparing the prevalence of these diseases and the death rates. Closing the gap has been difficult. But, over the past three years, the CDC has funded and facilitated the activities of five community-based organizations aimed to reduce death from these conditions.

The initiative, titled “Partnering4Health”, has not only shown success in preventing death, but provided new insight into community activities that significantly impact health outcomes, according to the Executive Summary of a recently released “white paper” on the results of the initiative.

“From 2014 to 2017, CDC provided five national organi-

The Partnering4Health initiative aimed to improve health in family members of every age.

(Photo credit CDC) zations a total of $30 million to work with local communities and build their capacity for implementing sustainable changes that support healthy communities and lifestyles,” the report describes. “The overall goal of CDC’s funding was to imple-

ment, evaluate, and disseminate evidence- and practicebased community health activities that promote health equity.”

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Making the Case for More Men of Color in Early Education

By Royston Maxwell Lyttle As educators, we have an obligation to give our students every opportunity to succeed.

Parents rely on us to ensure their children are armed with the skills and knowledge they need to thrive once they leave our classrooms.

Over my more than 15 years in education, I have learned that to fulfill their responsibility, schools must give children the opportunity to learn from men of color. The profound impact Black male educators can have on the trajectory of a child’s life cannot

be overstated. And it’s time we acknowledge it.

PROMOTING DIVERSITY According to the U.S. Department of Education, less than 2 percent of our nation’s teachers are Black males.

At a time when non-White students outnumber White students in U.S. public schools, the need for a diverse teaching force has never been greater. At Eagle Academy Public Charter School, diversity is something we not only celebrate, but aggressively pursue.

We constantly look for ways to expose our students to different experiences, perspectives

and methods for coping with challenges. And this starts with diverse educators.

It should come as no surprise that men and women bring different perspectives to the classroom, and the same is true for individuals of varying backgrounds and ethnicities.

Especially in early education where children develop the foundation for the rest of their lives, it is crucial that schools cultivate a diverse and stable environment to facilitate this develoPment.

I have seen firsthand that when children learn and grow

This baseball player got honored by the city after renaming a street in Harlem after Him

By Susan Johnes One of the most legendary baseball players of all time, Willie Mays ,has a street in Harlem, New York now bearing his name.

Willie Mays Drive, located at the northeast corner of 155th street and Harlem River Drive

in Manhattan, was unveiled just a short distance away from the Polo Grounds, where Mays began his legendary career with the Giants sixty years ago.

Mays also lived in the neighborhood and retired from the New York Mets in 1973. During the ceremony, Michael Mays, the legend’s son, accepted a

proclamation from the New York State Assembly.

Officials also celebrated the 63rd anniversary Mays’ “The Catch,” which is the most significant baseball catch known to history.

As reported by the Times, when Mays started his career in 1951, he lived right on top of the hill on St. Nicholas Place (the Sugar Hill area) for the first two years of his career. “I used to go up and down the Polo Grounds via 155th Street all the time, so I’m familiar with this area, he said.

Mays displayed his incredible skills in sports when he regularly played stickball with a group of 10 children. That was the beginning of his breakthrough, and after a given time, he made a name for himself when he became rookie of the year and won a World Series Championship.

But the Giants’ departure to San Francisco took Mays away from Harlem in 1957.

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Principal Royston Maxwell Lyttle with one of his students.

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in a diverse community, they begin to challenge stereotypes that have for far too long prevented children from reaching their full potential.

SHATTERING THE STEREOTYPES Today, early childhood education is still widely viewed as a woman’s profession.

With men representing only 2.5 percent of preschool and kindergarten teachers and 21.5 percent of elementary and middle school teachers, the chances of having a male educator (let alone a Black male educator) before reaching high school are slim.

Royston Maxwell Lyttle is the principal for grades 1-3 of the Eagle Academy Public Charter School in Washington, D.C. He strongly believes that all students should be provided a high-quality education and that all students can reach their full academic potential regard(Read full story at: www.thewestsidegazette.com)

Derek Jeter becomes the first Black CEO of a Major League Baseball TTeam eam -- says he’ ith his players kneeling he’ss fine W With

By The Black Business News Blog A group headed by 14-time MLB All-Star Derek Jeter and Florida businessman Bruce Sherman has completed its purchase of the Miami Marlins, a Major League Baseball team.

Jeter, now a co-owner of the team, has also been named the team’s first ever Black CEO. Jeter retired in 2014 following a 20-year career in baseball playing for the New York Yankees. He won five World Series Championships, was the longest-tenured captain in Yankees history, and is the only player to garner All-Star Game and World Series Most Valuable Player Awards in the same season (2000).

The only other African American that is an owner of a Major League Baseball team is Magic Johnson, who owns the LA Dodgers.

Many celebrities like P. Diddy congratulated Jeter on

JETER his historic accomplishment. He posted on his Instagram page: “Congrats to my brother DEREK JETER THE 1st AFRICAN AMERICAN CEO OF A MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL TEAM. #blackexcellence I HAD THE PLEASURE OF THROWING HIM A CONGRATULATIONS DINNER LAST NIGHT WITH @davegrutman so proud of my friend!”

The Marlins, who won World Series Championships in both 1997 and 2003, were established as the Florida Marlins in 1992 and officially became a part of the league in 1993. The organization was renamed the Miami Marlins during the 2012 season, the same year they moved into Marlins Park, which hosted the 2017 MLB All-Star Game.

Will players kneeling during the national anthem be an issue?

Not according to Jeter himself. He recently told the New York Daily News, “Everyone should be fine with that. They’re focused so much on the fact that they are kneeling as opposed to what they’re kneeling for.”

He continued, “Peaceful protests are fine. You have your right to voice your opinion. As long as it’s a peaceful protest, everyone should be fine with that.”

Florida Memorial Univ er sity tto o hold their Univer ersity Annual Scholar ship Gala on Sa tur da y, N ov. 4 Scholarship Satur turda day No Former Beauty Queen – Pastor Richelle - and Grammy-nominated Record Producer, Lamb, will emcee this grand night of Celebrating Diversity, Embracing Culture and Inspiring Unity MIAMI, FL — Lights, camera, entertainment, and action! On Saturday, November 4th, Florida Memorial University (FMU) will be in the spotlight as they continue Celebrating Diversity, Embracing Culture and Inspiring Unity during their Annual President’s Scholarship Gala. This all out, star-studded, black tie and red carpet extravaganza takes place on the University grounds at the FMU Wellness Center Complex, beginning at 8 p.m.

Joining the celebration in this year’s affair will be two of Miami’s finest and most accomplished young, gifted and

talented leaders: the former Beauty Queen and Executive Pastor of a local powerhouse ministry, Richelle Williams, and the Grammy-nominated Record Producer and Hip Hop Artists, Lamb.

A Miami native, Richelle Williams is the former Miss Miami and Miss Jr. Florida America. A contestant in both Florida USA and America pageant systems, Richelle became Miss South Florida in her final competition debut for the Miss America system.

She is a graduate of Miami Carol City Senior High School,

Congresswoman Wilson (Cont'd from FP) In a Facebook posting following the death of four Americans soldiers in Niger at the hands of Islamic terrorist on Oct. 3. Wilson framed their losses as part of a larger struggle against Boko Haram and Da’esh (ISIS) in Africa. She also noted that she had sponsored a successful piece of legislation which directs the United States to aid Nigeria and its neighboring countries, including Niger, in developing a five-year strategy to fight Boko Haram.

Although that legislation did not call for a direct role for American troops; she has outlined financial moves and controversial arms sales as moves the Trump administration could take to help Nigeria.

“We have money in our banks that was confiscated from Nigeria - its dirty money and it’s now up to us to return the money to the Nigerian government so they can use the money to help international displaced people,” she said. “There are thousands of them who have

been rooted from their homes because of Boko Haram.”

Like insurgencies around the world, Boko Haram’s ability to launch raids in one country and seek safety in another has made the group especially difficult to confront. Wilson stressed that U.S. must make sure “that the Multinational Joint Task Forces that we put in place is working with Chad, Niger and Nigeria and make sure it’s working and make sure they can cross boundary lines to chase Boko Haram.”

The congresswoman has also supported the controversial sale of warplanes to Nigeria a stance that contrasted sharply with some in her own party.

Nigeria has long sought to purchase a dozen Super Tucano A-29 aircraft for its use in its campaign against Boko Haram.

The propeller plane is produced

by Brazil and the United States and is designed for counterinsurgency operations and aerial reconnaissance.

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LAMB and WILLIAMS has received a Bachelors of Arts degree from Florida State University, and a Masters of Arts degree from Florida Atlantic University. A theatre minor, Ms. Williams traveled abroad to study the art of theatre in London, England. She is the daughter of one of South Florida’s most legendary leaders, the late great Bishop Isaiah S. Williams Jr., and she serves as the Executive Pastor of Jesus People Ministries Church International.

Richelle was voted amongst her peers as The Miami Herald’s Next Generation of Leaders receiving the Visionary Leaders Award for South Florida.

She is the first and remains the only female Police Chaplain for the City of Miami Gardens Police Department. An entrepreneur, educator, philanthropist, and Licensed and ordained Minister of the Gospel, Richelle is an active member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated, Gamma Zeta Omega Chapter.

From the early age of four, Cainon Lamb’s involvement with music started in the church. As the son of a pastor, his raw talent landed him the role as a drummer in the church band. And as a youth, Lamb continued to develop his musical talents and athleticism.

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Democratic Black Caucus Florida hosts panel discussion at Florida Democratic Party’s Representative Sean Shaw Convention at Disney World said, “We need to talk to Black

By Louis C. Ward “This is an important day and an important event. Your presence represents the relevance and need to mobilize and engage the African American vote. African Americans make up 29 percent and minorities 16 percent of the party. We need to speak to those issues to move those voters to the polls, Lydia Hudson, the first woman recently elected to lead the Democratic Black Caucus Florida, said, when she opened the Caucus Panel Session at the Florida Democratic Party’s “A Better Florida” Convention Saturday, Oct. 28, 2017 at Disney World’s Coronado Springs Resort in Orlando.

“Once, many believed that the African American vote was about inclusion and equality, and it is. However, statistics show that our vote and our voice in Florida is the Democratic party,” said Hudson, seated among panelists, who included U.S. Senator Bill Nelson, U.S. Congresswoman Val Demings, State Representative Sean Shaw, DBCF Vice President Russell Drake, Francine Julius Edwards of Marion County’s Democratic Women’s Club, John Jones from Washington, D.C., the panel moderator, and a standing room only crowd of attendees.

President Hudson said we know that a decent living wage and quality education will move our voters to the polls. We know that civil liberties and criminal justice issues, and affordable

housing are priorities that will move our voters to the polls, President Hudson continued.

“If these are the concerns facing one third of our party, candidates and elected officials must demonstrate an awareness of these issues and speak to them. We now know that the mobilization of the African American vote is linked to the success of the party in general elections,” revealed President Hudson.

Questions submitted by the attendees for specific panelists to answer dominated the remainder of the Democratic Black Caucus panel session.

“We have a big challenge before us in 2018 and 2020, and that’s what we are here to talk about today,” said moderator John Jones. “When the African American community turns out across the state, Democrats do well. When Democrats do well, the state of Florida, the country does well.

U.S. Senator Bill Nelson, who is running for re-election, focused on President Trump, saying would you have ever thought that a President of the United States would treat a member of Congress the way he talks about Fredrica Wilson?

Have you ever thought that a President of the United States would dismiss and “dis” Puerto Rico after it was hit by a category 4 storm? Nelson said Trump’s tax plan will cut half trillion dollars from Medicaid and a trillion and a half dollars from Medicare.

people where they are. When I knock on doors in Tampa, people tell me I was just as poor under Republicans as I am under Democrats. When we have national elections, use people that are from the community that know the community. We have to tie all the Republicans to Trump, even the ones who are not talking as bad as him because they are enabling him” U.S. Senator Bill Nelson(c), U.S. Congresswoman Val Demings, State Representative Sean Shaw, DBCF Vice President Russell Drake, Francine Julius Edwards of Marion County’s Democratic Women’s Club.

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Ten tthings hings e ver y lo w income ffamil amil y should kno w about open enr ollment ev ery low amily know enrollment for tthe he Af dable Car e A ct ordable Care Act Afffor The Low Income & Urban Housing Blog WASHINGTON, D.C. and 31 other states have expanded Medicaid eligibility, so now more low-income adults — even without dependent children — can qualify for coverage. Another positive fact about ACA healthcare is that, although 19 states did not expand Medicaid, low-income people in those states will not pay any penalty for not having coverage if they cannot find affordable coverage.

Before you sign up, here are 10 things you need to know: · In states that expanded Medicaid, you may qualify for Medicaid if you earn $16,643 a year as a single individual or $28,180 for a family of three. · In states that did not expand, non-disabled adults who

are parents with very low income will qualify. · You may be eligible for tax credits to lower your premium if you are single and your annual 2018 income is between $12,060 to $48,240 or if your household income is between $20,420 to $81,680 for a family of three. · You can also qualify for help with cost sharing, with special plans that have lower deductibles, copays, and annual out-of-pocket limits on cost sharing. · Regardless of whether a state expanded or did not expand Medicaid, children are eligible for Medicaid or the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) if their family income is about $40,000 (for a family of three), or more in some

Grandmother confronts teen who body-slammed her at pool party intention of inflicting any pain or harm on you,” he said.

James’ compassion for the troubled youth spared him time in jail. According to reports, she was willing to accept his sentence of 200 hours of community service and a strict 8 p.m. curfew

on school days, and 6 p.m. on weekends.

The teen, whose father is allegedly in prison for manslaughter, was also ordered to pay James $200 to replace her cell phone that got damaged during the attack.

Open enrollment for healthcare insurance under the Affordable Care Act (ACA) runs from Nov. 1 through Dec. 15. There is good news this year : 31 states have expanded Medicaid eligibility to low-income adults, so low-income individuals and families who have been unable to get it in the past should enroll this year. states. · You can apply for coverage during the open enrollment period that runs from Nov. 1 through Dec. 15. · Nine states - California, Colorado, Connecticut, DC, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New York, Rhode Island, and Washington - have extended open enrollment beyond Dec. 15, 2017. · If you qualify for Medicaid,

you can enroll at any time, not just during open enrollment. · If you have Medicaid today, you continue to have that coverage. · If you have questions, you can call the federal government’s toll-free 24-hour hotline at 1-800-318-2596 anytime.

For more information on open enrollment for ACA, visit www.healthcare.gov

LEGAL NOTICE 68-year-old Nancy James came face-to-face in a courtroom with the teenager who body-slammed her at a pool party after she asked his friends to lower their music.

Ny Magee The grandmother approached the teens at a pool party near her house in North Lauderdale, Fla., in May. "Inside Edition" reports that the shocking footage showed her being body-slammed by a then-16year-old, dragged, and thrown into the pool. Prior to the incident, James had undergone hip and heart procedures.

In July, James confronted the teenager, Leon Balfour Joseph, who was charged with battery.

A grandmother came faceto-face in a courtroom with the teenager who body-slammed her at a pool party “What he did was a very cruel thing. Very cruel. Very in-human,” she told the court,

before addressing him directly.

“You have so much ahead of you. You’re a young kid. You’ve got college. You got hopes. You got dreams, and you know what, unfortunately, this will follow you, forever.”

Judge Elijah Williams agreed.

“For the rest of his life when they Google his name, that video is going to pop up, so essentially, he’s a dead man walking,” the judge said.

Leon’s mother, Shekita Johnson, said: “I just want to apologize to you for what my son did. I didn’t raise my child that way.

The teenager also had words for James.

“I mean this from the bottom of my heart that I had no

Paul Manafort’s ambition set the stage (Cont'd from FP) $75 million in income from their work in Ukrainian politics. The charges stem from work performed by Mr. Manafort and Mr. Gates from at least 2006 to 2015 for Russia-aligned Ukrainian politicians and parties, including the one led by the former Ukrainian president Viktor F. Yanukovych.

“He could have kept running campaigns for the Yanukovychs of the world, and nobody would have cared,” said Hector T. Hoyos, one of Mr. Manafort’s closest friends and business partners. “But he took on the Trump campaign because he believed that the country was going down the wrong path, and he wanted to make a difference,” Mr. Hoyos said of Mr. Manafort, who is the godfather of Mr. Hoyos’s daughter.

Had things not gone south, Mr. Hoyos said, “it would have been a huge business windfall for Paul.”

“When you’re a kingmaker,” he said, “everyone wants to get close to you. That wasn’t the main reason that he got involved and decided to run the campaign, but that was in the back of his mind.”

Nonetheless, Mr. Manafort “is not regretful of joining the Trump campaign,” said Mr. Hoyos, who spoke with his friend on Saturday. “He is regretful of doing the work he did in Ukraine.”

Mr. Manafort first made his name in politics as a swashbuckling young Republican operative on the presidential campaigns of Gerald R. Ford and Ronald Reagan. But his work outside of electoral politics is where he really made his mark — and his fortune.

He and two young colleagues from Mr. Reagan’s campaigns — Charles R. Black Jr. and Roger J. Stone Jr. — formed the core of a new breed of consulting and lobbying outfit that parlayed campaign-forged connections into big contracts from American businesses and foreign interests seeking to curry favor with the Reagan administration.

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Phillip D Adderley 2781 NW 16th Ct Ft Lauderdale, FL 33311 Sophia R Atterbury 605 NW 1st Ave Hallandale Beach, FL 33009 Cedrick L Brown 6733 NW 1st St Margate, FL 33063 Charles E Carroll 6828 NW 12th St Plantation, FL 33313 Larry Crutchfield 650 SW 9th St, Apt 2 Pompano Beach, FL 33060 Jimmy A Ellison 2740 SW 8th St Ft Lauderdale, FL 33312 Carlos M García 5448 NW 1st Ave Oakland Park, FL 33309 Carol L Graham 3551 SW 1st St Ft Lauderdale, FL 33312 Donte A Hicks 1021 NW 12th St Ft Lauderdale, FL 33311 Christopher J Kaufman 5019 NE 19th Terr.

Pompano Beach, FL 33064 Criston Manderson 1359 Avon Ln North Lauderdale, FL 33068 Charles C Morley 1821 NW 33rd Terr.

Ft Lauderdale, FL 33311 Jesse A Porter 1411 NE 42nd St Pompano Beach, FL 33064 Phillip Reese 15 NW 15th St Ft Lauderdale, FL 33311 Ronnie E Roberson 1838 Lauderdale Manor Dr. Ft Lauderdale, FL 33311 Luis M Rosario 1014 SW 8th St Hallandale Beach, FL 33009 Sharunda M Salley 5930 NW 14th Pl Sunrise, FL 33313 Joseph C Symonette 7140 NW 24th Ct Sunrise, FL 33313 Sennica A West 2216 NW 6th Pl Ft Lauderdale, FL 33311 Fritz A Williams 2080 NW 22nd St Ft Lauderdale, FL 33311 Tavarus D Williams 5010 NW 16th Ct Lauderhill, FL 33313

Charlesha Alford 999 W Prospect Rd, Apt 12 Oakland Park, FL 33309 Adam J Beeman 5211 NE 18th Terr.

Ft Lauderdale, FL 33308 Stephanie E Brown 4011 NE 6th Ave Deerfield Beach, FL 33064 Michael B Chenoy 5405 Gate Lake Rd Tamarac, FL 33319 Daniel J Cunningham 1011 SW 80th Ave, Apt C North Lauderdale, FL 33068 Samuel E Escobar 6870 SW 26th St Miramar, FL 33023 Karen D Gilmore 1 NW 33rd Terr.

Lauderhill, FL 33311 Kenneth B Higgins III 1637 NW 11th Ave Ft Lauderdale, FL 33311 Jimmie Hickson 5423 Flagler St Hollywood, FL 33021 Glen H Krosecky 2526 Lee St Hollywood, FL 33020 Derek S Matherly 5640 SW 39th St West Park, FL 33023 Wesley Petit-Frere 1900 SW 44th Ave, Apt 1 Ft Lauderdale, FL 33317 Albert P Poteau 5206 NW 55th St Coconut Creek, FL 33073 Donald A Ricks 700 Rich Dr, Apt 108 Deerfield Beach, FL 33441 Carl E Robinson 540 NW 4th Ave, Apt 810 Ft Lauderdale, FL 33311 Luis G Rosero Garzón 537 Bridgeton Rd Weston, FL 33326 Alvin J Sanders Sr. 1422 NW 105th Ave Plantation, FL 33322 Jimmy T Tavares 2750 SW 75th Ave Davie, FL 33314 Olester White 1671 NW 28th Ave Ft Lauderdale, FL 33311 Jo A Williams 2247 Simms St, Apt 2 Hollywood, FL 33020 Shanika M Worthy 2670 NW 10th St, Apt 7 Pompano Beach, FL 33069

Troy A Annese 5765 NW 58th Ave, Apt 210 H Tamarac, FL 33319 Erik R Bishop 8271 Canopy Terr.

Parkland, FL 33076 Virgil Brown 920 NW 7th Ave Ft Lauderdale, FL 33311 Kirkland L Cleare 4401 SW 36th St West Park, FL 33023 Alexa M Daniel 2770 Somerset Dr, Apt 218 Lauderdale Lakes, FL 33311 Tea Brina L Fulton 2307 NW 8th St, Apt 5 Ft Lauderdale, FL 33311 Alexander Gonzalez 1080 Del Lago Cir Sunrise, FL 33313 Abdul Halim 11911 NW 20th St Pembroke Pines, FL 33026 Stacey R Higdon 4732 NW 90th Ave Sunrise, FL 33351 Jessica Lopez 5158 Madison Lakes Cir W Davie, FL 33328 Camille A Mighty 901 NE 17th St Ft Lauderdale, FL 33305 Terry A Phillips 2820 NW 3rd St Pompano Beach, FL 33069 John C Puff 3031 W Commercial Blvd, Unit 118 Ft Lauderdale, FL 33309 Antionette Riles 11471 NW 35th St Sunrise, FL 33323 Adelo Rodriguez 720 NW 75th Ave Margate, FL 33063 Breshawn M Rumph 1054 Wyoming Ave Ft Lauderdale, FL 33312 Dorothy M Scorsone 1050 SW 24th Ave Deerfield Beach, FL 33442 Kelvin L Washington 3231 NW 4th Ct Lauderhill, FL 33311 Rodney D Wiggins 1537 NW 2nd St Pompano Beach, FL 33069 Kevin L Williams 515 NW 14th Ave Ft Lauderdale, FL 33311

Latoya Arvinger 5717 Mayo St Hollywood, FL 33023 Antwon D Brooks 1716 NW 15th ST Ft Lauderdale, FL 33311 Marlon A Campbell 2750 W Sunrise Lks Dr, Apt 203 Sunrise, FL 33322 Tom R Clement 12158 SW 5th Ct Pembroke Pines, FL 33025 Keenan LS Davis 4044 NW 19th St, Apt 303 Lauderhill, FL 33313 Lizzie B Gadson 615 N Andrews Ave, Apt 204 Ft Lauderdale, FL 33311 Dorsey B Gouch 670 SW 14th Pl Deerfield Beach, FL 33441 Pieter P Hendrichus 1125 NW 132nd Ave Pembroke Pines, FL 33028 Keith D Jenkins 300 NW 15th Ave Ft Lauderdale, FL 33311 Ingeborg C Mahn 1399 SW 25th Ave Deerfield Beach, FL 33442 Reginald L Monroe 2342 N Federal Hwy, Apt 9 Hollywood, FL 33020 Kerry-Ann J Plunkett 3001 Acapulco Dr. Miramar, FL 33023 Kristal Quintal 4045 W Mcnab Rd Pompano Beach, FL 33069 Lakisha M Rivera 5440 NW 93rd Terr.

Sunrise, FL 33351 Eric Rodriguez 1960 Rodman St, Unit 1 Hollywood, FL 33020 Sarah R Sachs 1 NW 33rd Terr.

Lauderhill, FL 33311 Earl Sutton Jr. 1500 NW 42nd St Oakland Park, FL 33309 Jake Watson 4100 SW 26th St West Park, FL 33023 Earl Williams 829 NW 9th Ave, Apt 2 Ft Lauderdale, FL 33311 Michael L Williams 1304 NW 12th St Ft Lauderdale, FL 33311

Dr. Brenda C. Snipes Supervisor of Elections Broward County

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Volunteer

Auditions

Concert

Conference

Volunteers are needed on Saturday, Nov. 4 for a revitalization project to refurbish 10+ homes in the Collier City area.

Building materials and skilled laborers are provided and volunteers are needed to assist in the project. Volunteers may sign-up online at pompanobeachfl.gov/ jobplacement

Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Arts, African Heritage Cultural Arts Center, Open Auditions on * Saturday, Nov. 4 * Saturday, Nov. 18, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., at The AfricanHeritage Cultural Arts Center, Wendell Narcisse Performing Arts Theater, 6161 N.W. 22 Ave., Miami, Fla. For cost and additional info contact Zipporah Hayes at (305) 6386771 or (305) 761-9864.

The Florida A&M University Society Chorale will present a concert at St. Anthony Catholic Church on Saturday, Nov. 11, at 7 p.m., at 901 N.E. Second St., Fort Lauderdale, Fla. These talented students from “The Hill” in Tallahassee, under the direction of composer/arranger Dr. Mark Butler, are well known for presenting choral performances that include classical, jazz, contemporary, spiritual, gospel, and multicultural styles.

All are welcome to attend this free concert. Donations will be accepted to support the group.

31st Annual Broward Alzheimer’s Coordinating Council Conference on Friday, Nov. 3, at Broward Health North, Conference Room, 201 E. Sample Rd., Deerfield Beach, Fla. This educational event provides an excellence experience that offers caregivers, professionals, and community advocates the opportunity to hear experts share updated information, regarding Alzheimer’s disease.

Enjoy early morning refreshments, as well as a buffet lunch.

For more info call Leo Colomer at (954) 745-9567.

Events

Event The City of Pompano Beach, Pompano Beach CRA with Rebuilding Together Broward County, Church United, and The Home Depot to host Rebuilding Day on Saturday, Nov. 4 from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Ronald McNair Community Center, 951 N.W. 27 Ave., Pompano Beach, Fla. * Job Fair on Tuesday, Nov. 7, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at E. Pat Larkins Community Center, 520 MLK Blvd., Pompano Beach, Fla. For more info contact Dahlia Baker at (954) 786-7866. * Pompano Beach CRA invites community to share thoughts about Annie Gillis Park Renovation on Thursday, Oct. 26 from 5:30 to 7 p.m., at Annie Gillis Park, 601 MLK Blvd., Pompano Beach, Fla. For additinal info contact Kay Renz at (561) 654-8151.

The School District of Palm Beach County Prime Vendors, come meet the prime vendors and the team responsible for purchasing commodities at The School District of Palm Beach County on Friday, Nov. 3 from 10 a.m., to 1 p.m., at The School District of Palm Beach County, 3300 Forrest Hill Blvd., Thurber A-42 & Thurber B-42, West Palm Beach County, Fla.

Breakfast

Ceremony

The City of Miramar proudly hosts its Veterans Day Ceremony on Saturday, Nov. 11 at 11 a.m., at Veterans Memorial Park, Intersection of SW 64 Ave., and SW 33 St., Miramar, Fla. For additional info call (954) 602-3011.

AT&T Hiring for 65 Call Center Jobs in Sunrise

Feeding South Florida’s Third Annual Happy Harvest recognition breakfast on Wednesday, Nov. 8 from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m., at The Signature Grand, 6900 FL-84 Davie, Fla.

SUNRISE, FL — If you have a knack for great customer service and like working in a high-energy environment, AT&T wants to hear from you. We are hiring for 65 call center jobs in Sunrise.

AT&T call center sales representatives learn the latest tech and share it with customers. They work with them to provide entertainment and communications products that best meets their needs.

The pay range for the jobs is $10.51 to $15.86 an hour. Reps also get paid training and tuition reimbursement, so they can stay on top of their game.

“There’s never been a more exciting time to work for AT&T than now,” said Joe York, AT&T Florida president. “We’re mobilizing video, securing business communications from the smartphone to the cloud, and making cars, homes, machines, even cities, smarter.”

AT&T is one of the largest employers in America. We actively recruit military veterans.

To apply for one of the call center jobs, go to http:// work.att.jobs/CallFlorida.

GALA

Florida Memorial University Annual Scholarship Gala featuring celebrity guest emcees: Richelle Williams, former Beauty Queen, Philanthropist and Community Leader; and Grammy-nominated Record Producer, Lamb on Saturday, Nov. 4 at 8 p.m., at Florida Memorial University, Wellness Center Complex, 15800 N.W. 42 Ave., Miami Gardens, Fla. $150 per person and Sponsorship Opportunities available Ameena Shaheed at (305) 626-3611 or www.fmuniv.edu contact Bernadette Morris for media inquiries at (305) 450-0942.

Anniversary

Classical Music , Jazz, Theater & Ballet 10th Anniversary Jazz Roots at Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts, at 1300 Biscayne Blvd., Miami, Fla. · Friday, Nov. 3 – Ella Fitzgerald 100th Birthday Tribute · Friday, Dec. 15 – An Evening with Jon Batiste & Stay Human · Friday, Jan. 12 – Generations: Joey Alexander & Ramsey Lewis · Friday, Feb. 16 – George Benson: A Night of Breezin’ & Greatest Hits · Friday, March 2 – Gregory Porter: The Voice Of Our Time · Friday, April 20 – Cubismo!

Chucho Valdes: Irakere 45 For ticket info call (305) 9496722

Camps All camps are on Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. Admission is free and a light dinner is provided.

There will also be raffles at each event. All parks are in the 33311 zip code of the Broward Municipal Services District in unincorporated Fort Lauderdale.

Fall Semester ·Wednesday, Nov. 1 – Report Card Celebration: Decoding Your Child’s Report Card (Part I) Face at the Park at Lafayette Hart Park, 2851 N.W. Eighth Rd. For more info call (954) 357-7970. · Wednesday, Nov.15 – Food Safety for a Healthy Holiday UF Extension Education, at Roosevelt Gardens Park, 2841 N.W. 11 St. For more info call (954) 357-8700

Event

SOS Children’s Village Florida is a foster care community in Coconut Creek where we are home to 72 children who have come to us due to neglect or abandonment by their parents.

Hosting their annual Steps for SOS fundraising event on Saturday, Nov 4, from 6 a.m. to 9 a.m., at Tradewinds Park, 3600 W. Sample Rd., Coconut Creek, Fla. For cost and additional info call (786) 322-9007.

Training

BTAN Melbourne & Black AIDS Institute 3 Day BTAN HIV Training on TuesdayThursday, Nov. 7-9 from 8:30 to 5 p.m., at Harris Casel Institute, 5000 Stack Blvd., Suite A-4 Melbourne, Fla. To register go to www.bmelht.eventbrite.com

Touch Weekly Events

Events that TOUCH lives: * Saturday, Nov. 4, from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., Cultural Center Room 107 410 SE 3rd Street· * Saturday, Nov. 18, from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., Foster Park, Multipurpose Room 609 NW 6th Ave., For more info about the CIty’s sustainability programs.

Book Fair

The Friends of Southwest Regional Library will host a book fair on Saturday, Nov. 18 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at 16835 Sheridan St., Pembroke Pines, Fla. Used hardcover and paperback books for adults and children, magazine, books on CD and more. For further info call (954) 436-2176.

Seniors Prom

The 9th Annual Seniors Prom is scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 18, from 5 to 10 p.m., at the Bahia Mar Hotel and Resort, 801 Seabreeze Blvd., Fort Lauderdale Beach, Fla. Tickets are now available at MODCO, 1530 Sistrunk Blvd., Fort Lauderedale, Fla., Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Must be 55 or older to attend.

The Broward Citizens for Seniors, Inc., members also have tickets. For additional info sponsor-ship, call (954) 2888702 or (954) 303-4900. The Seniors' Prom is sponsored by the Broward Citizens for Seniors, Inc., a non-profit community organization.

Program Two neighborhood parks located in the Broward Municipal Services District (BMSD), Franklin Park and Roosevelt Gardens Park, have joined the Little Free Library program on Mondays-Fridays, from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Saturdays, from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Sundays, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., at Franklin Park, 2501 Franklin Dr., Fort Lauderdale call (954) 357-7080 - Roosevelt Gardens Park, 2841 N.W. 11 St., Fort Lauderdale, Fla. call (954) 357-8700.

Trip Travelier Cruising to Alaska, Sunday July 8 thru Tuesday, July 17, 2018. Contact Bessie Postell at (954) 322-6058 or (954) 261-3757 or Latorsha Kemp at (954) 648-7124.

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“He said -she said” sexual harassment

By Nicole Nutting & Don Valentine This will be a running series of pieces on the discourse between the opposite sexes. May the sexes find some common harmony.

He Said: Only a true deviant would condone rape. I may be a caveman, but even I know rape is wrong, However, women do sort of want the attention they get. Let’s be honest, if women did not want the attention would they really need the lipstick, revealing dresses or sexy business attire? Sure you’re asking to get hit

on. Ladies you brought it on yourself.

Stop complaining.

She Said: Hey, on company time you’re paid to focus on work, not to chase skirts! Speaking of skirts, who set the dress code here? Were there ANY women on that committee? Men require women to present themselves in a certain way as a condition of employment—if it titillates you, you brought it on yourself. Women aren’t “asking for it” if they don’t have a choice in the matter. If the tables were turned and YOU were powerless, how would you dress?

He Said: Somebody tell me what is the bright line for sexual harassment.

A guy says to a co-worker he chats with all the time “Ann, I love that perfume, hey let’s get together for lunch sometime?” Next thing you know he is in the H./R. office getting written up.

Stop being so sensitive. Men’s livelihoods are being ruined by vindictive, spurious claims.

What can the poor guy do? Ann can say he touched her arm while they were alone in the elevator. Did he touch her arm, or caress her arm? Did the poor schmuck even speak to her in the elevator? Only they know. We do know that poor Joe is now looking for work. Give me a break!

She Said: Really? You can’t tell the difference between a compliment and hitting on someone ? Here’s the difference: everyone appreciates a heartfelt compliment, but not everyone wants to date you! Mind your manners, and graciously take “no” for an answer.

Keep in mind that if Ann goes to H/R, she is probably at the end of her rope.

How many other times has Joe been inappropriate before she is finally willing to risk her career to make him stop?

Another monument to inhumanity

By Nicole Nutting As a resident of San Diego, California, I have the dubious pleasure of living mere miles from the site where contractors are finishing construction on four prototype designs for the proposed Mexican Border Wall. Any day now President Trump will show up to admire them, if he can put down his golf clubs.

The whole concept of a new wall is just absurd. For one thing, we already have a wall! Border town residents are well aware that drugs and immigrants regularly go over, under, and around it. “Where there’s a will, there’s a way”, and to expect any wall alone to stop the flow is simply naive. At best, a new wall would merely provide an expensive false sense of security. The construction cost for this project is unknown, but those billions of dollars could be put to more efficient use.

With neither practical nor fiscal logic behind this plan, what is its impetus? It springs from the selfish mind of a man who has lived his sheltered life in a gilt-trimmed Manhattan penthouse. His vision of a Norman Rockwell America doesn’t include brown people,

Democracy is under attack with President DonaldTrump

By Roger Caldwell

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Men get raped more often than we know ByDr.PhillipL.WrightPh.D. Now that society has become openly transparent about molestation and rape, I’d like to express my thoughts about the issue. Dating back centuries ago, it was not unusual for young boys to be invited to the bath houses in Rome to take baths with some of the older men. Today in 2017, the American prisons are full of men who are there for long periods of time and missing the intimacy of females so they turn to each other. It is not always accepted and agreed by both men, but then it becomes rape with no recourse.

Even on the outside of the prisons in society, there is a fad that was created inside prisons where some men would wear their pants below the rear bottom of his hips, as an invitation for sex. The young boys are not even aware of what it really means. Men are raped by other men, but too embarrassed to make a police report. Many times the raped victim having loss his sexual identity, decides to change his sexual preference to another male.

These incidents create drug abuse, crime, diseases and sometimes suicide.

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Stay in that line

By James Hankins

and his White Nationalist base is in lock step.

To keep out all those “rapists” and “bad hombres”, as well as hard-working people hoping for a better quality of life, it’s going to require other solutions. This president promised more employment opportunities, so why not increase the labor force at the Border Patrol and put more boots on the ground? If we have money to burn, why not invest in a fleet of drones to help monitor the border? Both of those ideas would yield a better return on the investment.

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Excerpt from my book “WHAT WE BLACKS NEED TO DO”—”STAY IN THAT LINE”. You missed early voting and now you are standing in a long line on November 7th. Your legs are tired; your back is starting to hurt, and your left foot is killing you. You can quietly slip out of that line, go to your car and none of your friends will ever know but a few people looking down on you will say “STAY IN THAT LINE”. Your slave ancestors, who were taken from their homeland, transported in the bottom of a ship and treated less than dogs but never gave up are saying to you. “STAY IN THAT LINE”.

Harriet Tubman (our Black Moses) escaped to freedom, but made”13" trips back to free other slaves. She once told Frederick Douglass “I freed a thousand slaves—I could have freed a thousand more if only they knew they were slaves”. Harriet would look you in your eyes and say, “STAY IN THAT LINE”.

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ESSA Plan to close Trump makes George W Bush sound eloquent achievement gap

Without the rule of law, America is destined to fail and collapse. Under the leadership of President Trump, American leadership is moving to the right where many conservatives and Republicans are upset because living standards and income are declining.

President Trump’s only focus is on fooling his base by convincing them that his policies will improve their quality of life. But he is really only concerned with improving the bottomline of his personal businesses and helping the 1% of wealthy citizens get richer. As he solidifies his base and authority, he will utilize authoritarian tactics to restrict freedom of assembly and freedom of speech.

With all the generals in positions of authority in Trump's administration, law enforcement will be given authority to abuse their power. Under Trump, there is an environment of hostility, and the alt-right is pushing an agenda of hate and violence.

There is a proliferation of guns and the president’s hateful rhetoric is creating a culture of institutional discrimination and racism geared to all people of color. Any peaceful expression of protest is considered unpatriotic and it appears Trump is always right from his perspective.

As the gap between Democrats and Republicans grows wider, America is beginning to fade as the beacon of Democracy.

On MSNBC’s Rachel Maddow show, former Attorney General Eric Holder stated, “I’m not being hyperbolic here; I think our democracy is under attack.

If you look at gerrymandering, and the way in which we have a system where politicians are picking their

Georgia is making every effort to ensure that students have a better chance of performing at proficient or advanced levels on all state exams.

The Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) prioritizes narrowing the achievement gap. As states move to implement ESSA, according to federal guidelines, this priority serves as a guiding force. Georgia proposes a target of decreasing the achievement gap by three percent, annually, which is a small number, when compared to the aggressive goals of ESSA’s predecessor, No Child Left Behind (NCLB), which required the achievement gap be closed by the 2013-14 school year.

Educators believe that Georgia’s adjusted target is more attainable. NCLB primarily focused on accountability; this translated into more and more assessments and little attention was paid to the actual instructions and interventions that would guarantee that students receive the quality education needed to advance academically. Schools quickly realized that the targets and goals of NCLB were unrealistic and unachievable.

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Georgia’s Every Student Succeeds Act State Plan Is a Step in the Right Direction Dr. Elizabeth Primas, the program manager for the NNPA’s Every Student Succeeds Act Public Awareness Campaign, says that educators believe that Georgia’s adjusted target is more attainable

By Dr. Elizabeth Primas (Program Manager, NNPA/ESSA Public Awareness campaign)

Trump makes George W. Bush look like the 2nd Best U.S. President Julianne Malveaux says that she misses President Barack Obama.

By Julianne Malveaux (NNPA Newswire Columnist) I never thought I would miss President George W. Bush, our 43rd president, and I’ve never much thought of him as a great, or even a good speaker; but the speech he gave at a conference convened by the George W. Bush Institute was simply eloquent, excellent, thoughtful, and compelling. After keeping a low profile for the past eight years, he spoke up to decry the fact that “bigotry seems emboldened.”

Bush said that, “Bullying and prejudice in our public life sets a national tone, provides permission for cruelty and bigotry, and compromises the moral education of children.”

Why did George W. Bush choose to speak so forcefully, in a speech that did not mention “45,” but was at least partly directed at him? Perhaps, it was the violent protests in Charlottesville; he and his father, President George Herbert Walker Bush, issued a joint statement denouncing White supremacists, something that it took “45” forever to do. The younger Bush was blunt when he said, “Bigotry or White supremacy in any form is blasphemy against the American creed.”

I knew that I would miss President Barack Obama (44). Like his predecessor, he has kept a low profile since leaving office, stepping out very briefly to campaign for Virginia gubernatorial candidate Ralph Northam and to reflect on the challenges we face in our democracy.

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When people are in trouble, BSO is here to help

By Sheriff Scott Israel When disaster strikes, the Broward Sheriff’s Office is ready, willing and able to lend a helping hand to those in need at a moment’s notice—no matter where it occurs. From the heart of Broward to the people in need in the Florida Keys and Puerto Rico, BSO was there to assist in whatever manner was needed during this deadly and catastrophic 2017 hurricane season.

Ensuring the safety and security of Broward residents and visitors is always BSO’s top priority, even in the face of battering winds and flooding rains. The hardworking men and women of this agency gave all they had to keep Broward safe this hurricane season. However, we also answered the call for help from our neighbors and friends who were in desperate need of assistance. We didn’t do this because we had to. We did because it’s the right thing to do. Public safety is about helping out those in need, even if disaster doesn’t touch us personally.

And as this devastating hurricane season showed, there were many far less fortunate than us here in Broward that required the kindness and assistance of outside help.

In the immediate aftermath of Hurricane Irma in September, BSO sent a unit of BSO deputies, specialists and communications equipment to Monroe County, where some of the worst damage from the hurricane occurred.

The Communications on Wheels (COW) vehicle we set up there allowed first responders in the Keys to coordinate their relief efforts and assist the storm-weary residents of Monroe County.

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Ford Empowers HBCU students to pursue STEAM Careers Ford Motor Company Empowers African Americans in STEAM Careers at HBCUs Dr. Benjamin F. Chavis, Jr., the president and CEO of the National Newspaper Publishers, says that Black college students need more support, encouragement and engagement with respect to STEAM careers.

By Dr. Benjamin F. Chavis, Jr. (President and CEO, NNPA) There is no debate about the continuing historic importance and strategic mission and purpose of the nation’s 120-plus Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).

During the 2017 homecoming festivities that are now occurring on HBCU campuses across the nation, I believe it is also important to salute and recognize the companies that financially contribute to the success of HBCUs. The Ford Motor Company has had a long track record of contributing to HBCUs that spans more than 30 years.

Thus, it was noteworthy when Ford recently launched its “Drive-2Greatness” initiative to support science, technology, engineering, the arts, and mathematics (STEAM) programs at HBCUs. We concur, that STEAM careers are vital and in high demand in today’s global economy. The clear majority of African American college students who complete their course of studies in STEAM fields graduate from HBCUs. Thanks to the Ford Motor Company and the Tom Joyner Morning Show, the “Drive2Greatness” initiative is off to a great start.

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The world is a business, gullible voter Kevin Palmer A speech by Arthur Jensen to Howard Beale in the movie, Network, is probably what Donald Trump would say to the gullible who voted him into office. Jensen’s speech suggests love for flag and country is delusional, while obsession for money is reality.

Speaking to Beale, Jensen said, “You are an old man who thinks in terms of nations and people. There are no nations. There are no peoples. There are no Russians. There are no Arabs.

There are no third worlds. There is no West. There is only one holistic system of systems, one vast, interwoven, interacting, multivariate, multinational dominion of dollars.

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TMCF Is Increasing the HBCU Talent Pipeline into the C-Suite Johnny C. Taylor, Jr. says that events like the Leadership Institute are possible, because of the commitment of organizations that heed the call of social responsibility.

By Johnny C. Taylor, Jr. (President and CEO, Thurgood Marshall College Fund) The Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) recently held its 17th Annual Leadership Institute (LI) in Washington D.C., welcoming over 400 future leaders from Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), and over 40 presidents, chancellors and government relations officials. This year, LI was bittersweet, because it was my last time presiding in my capacity as TMCF President and CEO. Seeing these bright young minds make giants steps toward their career goals with professional training and networking opportunities is part of this organization’s mission.

These young professionals are realizing a dream that sadly remains out of reach for far too many Americans: access to affordable higher education and a good paying job. While all of the data suggests that communities of color are making gains in college attendance and graduation, the pace is still not an equalizer for the harrowing statistics on disparities in sociopolitical and economic growth in fragile communities. That’s why our Leadership Institute is critical, not just for the students and the HBCUs from which they travel, but also for the communities they represent. Their presence here in Washington D.C. is a signal that regardless of your background, talent can be refined and prepared for limitless success in government and

corporate America.

Events like LI are possible, because of the commitment of organizations that heed the call of social responsibility very seriously. For TMCF, this includes corporate partners like Wells Fargo (our 2017 Presenting Partner), Walmart, and Altria, as well as government agency partners like the U.S. Department of Defense and the U.S. Department of Agriculture. They, and so many others, find TMCF an ideal partner in their own visions for workforce development and diversity because we deliver on our promises of access and opportunity.

Consider Altria. Their commitment to increasing diversity and desire to improve brand affinity among HBCU students led to the development of an innovative apprenticeship program. TMCF and Altria developed a program focusing on building an early talent pipeline by identifying students in their sophomore year. The program provides students with support that includes professional development, yearround coaching and mentoring, a brand and business immersion experience hosted by Altria, an internship, scholarship, and a full-time job opportunity.

On the government agency side, consider the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Office of Outreach and Advocacy (OAO). They are charged with fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment whereby employees and (Read full story at: www.thewestsidegazette.com)

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Bethel Missionary Baptist Church 2211 N.W. 7th Street, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33061 Church: (954) 583-9368 Email: bethelmbchurchfl@att.net

Reverend Jimmy L. English PASTOR WORSHIP SERVICES Sunday Worship ............................................................. 8 a.m. & 11 a.m.

Sunday School ........................................................................... 9:30 a.m.

Wednesday (Prayer Service & Bible Study) ............................... 7:30 a.m.

Saturday (Women Bible Study) ............................................................ 8 a.m.

"Baptized Believers working together to do the will of God"

A Proud Paper For A Proud People New Birth Baptist Church The Cathedral of Faith International Bishop Victor T. Curry, M.Min., D.Div. Senior Pastor/Teacher 2300 N.W. 135th Street Miami, Florida 33167

ORDER OF SERVICES Sunday Worship ........................................................ 7:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m. & 7:00 p.m.

Sunday School ....................................................................................................... 9:30 a.m.

Tuesday (Bible Study) ......................................................................................... 6:45 p.m.

Wednesday (Bible Study) ............................................................................... 10:45 a.m.

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New Mount Olive Baptist Church 400 N.W. 9th Ave., Ft. Lauderdale 33311 (954) 463-5126 ● Fax: (954) 525-9454 CHURCH OFFICE HOURS Monday - Friday 8:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Dr. Marcus D. Davidson, Senior Pastor WORSHIP SERVICES & BIBLE STUDY Sunday .................................................... 7:15 a.m. 9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m.

Sunday School ............................................................................ 10:00 a.m.

Wednesday Noonday Service .................................. 12:00-12:30 p.m.

Wednesday Night Prayer Meeting ............................................ 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday Night Bible Study ................................................... 7:00 p.m.

Where the kingdom of God is increased through Fellowship.

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Rev. Stanley Melek, M.Div 2351 N.W. 26th Street Oakland Park, Florida 33311 Church Telephone: (954) 731-0520

SERVICES Sunday Worship ................................................. 7:30 a.m. & 10:30 a.m.

Sunday School .............................................................................. 9:00 a.m.

Wednesday (Bible Study) ........................................... 11a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

“PRAYER IS THE ANSWER” 644-646 NW 13th Terrace Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33311 (954) 462-5711(Ministry Office Line) (954) 462-8222(Pastor’s Direct Line) Email: wm_cme@bellsouth.net (Church} pastorCal50@yahoo.com (Pastor)

Rev. Cal Hopkins.

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The WITNESS of “The WILL” Sunday Worship Experiences ................................................................ 7:45 and 11:00 a.m.

Sunday School ................................................................................................................. 9:30 a.m.

Tuesday Night Triumph {Prayer, Praise and Power} Prayer Meeting ................................................................................................................ 7:00 p.m.

Bible Study ........................................................................................................................ 7:30 p.m.

Victory Independent Baptist Church Pastor Keith & Sister Maria Cunningham 2241 Davie Blvd.

Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312 Church Telephone: (754) 214-6753 Visit: www.victoryweb.org

800 N.W. 8th Avenue Pompano Beach, Florida 33060 Church Telephone: (954) 943-2422 Church Fax: (954) 943-2186 E-mail Address: Mtcalvarypompano@bellsouth.net SCHEDULE OF SERVICES SUNDAY

New Member Orientation ........................... 9:30 a.m.

Sunday School ................................................ 9:30 a.m.

Worship Service ........................................ 11:00 a.m.

WEDNESDAY Prayer Meeting ............................................... 6:00 p.m.

Bible Study ..................................................... 7:00 p.m.

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Mount Hermon A.M.E. Church Rev Henry E. Green, Jr. PASTOR 401 N.W. 7th Terrace, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311 Phone: (954) 463-6309 - FAX 954 522-4113 Office Hours: Tues. - Fri. 8:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.

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SUNDAY CHURCH SERVICES Worship Service ................................................................................... 10 a.m.

Church School ..................................................................................... 9:15 a.m.

BIBLE STUDY: Wednesday ................................................................... 10 a.m.

Gems & Jewels Ministry Senior Wednesday Wednesday (Bible Study) ............................................... 12 Noon & 7- 8 p.m.

Daily Prayer Line ...................................................................................... 6 a.m.

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Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church 1161 NW 29th Terr., Fort Lauderdale, Fla. 33311 (954) 581-0455 ● Fax: (954) 581-4350 www.mtzionmbc1161.com

Dr. James B. Darling, Jr., Pastor/Teacher WORSHIP SERVICES Worship Service ............................................................................................................ 10:15 a.m.

Sunday School ................................................................................................................ 9:00 a.m.

Communion Service (1st Sunday) ........................................................................... 10:15 a.m.

Wednesday Night Prayer Meeting ........................................................................... 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday Night Bible Study ................................................................................... 7:00 p.m.

Saturday (2nd & 4th) Christian Growth & Orientation ................................... 8:30 a.m.

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Mount Zion African Methodist Episcopal Church, Oakland Park "The Miracle On 33rd Street" 420 N.E. 33rd Street Oakland Park, Florida 33334 Church: (954) 563-3060 Email: mtzion420@gmail.com

Rev. George A. Hardy, Pastor SERVICES Sunday Church School ................................................................... 8:45 a.m.

Sunday Morning Worship ........................................................... 10:00 a.m.

Tuesday Night (Family Prayer & Bible Study) ........................... 7:00 p.m.

Wednesday (Prayer Conference Line) ................................................ 8:00 p.m.

(Dail (786) 233-6715 - Acess Code 703513) Oakland Park CDC (Senior Activity Center) Daily ............10 a.m. & 2:00 p.m.

Question: What did Jesus Christ say about the commandments?

Answer: This is an excellent question. The Bible says that God Himself wrote on two tablets of stone the 10 Commandments. In anger Moses broke the set of stone tablets. God, once again inscribed on stone tablets the Ten Commandments (Deuteronomy 10:1-4). Jesus was asked: Master, which is the great commandment in the law? Jesus answered: Thou shall love the Lord God with all your heart, and with all your soul, and with all your mind. This is the first and great commandment. And the second is like unto it, you shall love your neighbor as yourself.

On these two commandments hang all the Law and the Prophets (Matthew 22:36-40). What Jesus was saying is that’ love is paramount to anything else imaginable’. Amen.

After the original 10 Commandments from God man had written approximately 613 additional commandments. Why were so many commandments written by men? II Timothy 3:2 says’ For men will be lovers of themselves, lovers of money…’ Man has a propensity to clarify God's word. God’s word is truth and does not need changing. If the situation feels good, let’s make a law. That is how heresies started.

1 John 4:8 says ‘ He that loveth not knoweth not God; for God is love’. God is love. That is a powerful statement. In Romans 8:37-39 Paul says that’ nothing can separate God’s love from us’.

I heard the comedian George Wallace close a concert with these words:” I love you and there is nothing you can do about it."

Those words are exactly what God is saying to us. For additional reading: 1 John 4:20; Ephesians 3:19; Exodus 31:18; Exodus 32:15.

Reverend David Deal is the senior pastor at Every Christian Church. Worship services are conducted at Bass Park, 2750 NW 19st, Fort Lauderdale, Fla. Rev. Deal can be reached at the Westside Gazette, 545 NW Seventh Terrace, Fort Lauderdale, Fla 33311 or by email at David.deal55@gmail.com

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Obituaries James C. Boyd Funeral Home ALICEA Funeral services for the late Norma Iris Alicea 40 were held October 30 at James C. Boyd’s Memorial Chapel. Interment: Westview Cemetery.

BENJAMIN Funeral services for the late Lem Benjamin – 69.

BUSH Funeral services for the late James Bush, Sr.90 were held October 28 at James C. Boyd’s Memorial Chapel with Bishop Walter Oshea Granger officiating.

McWhite's Funeral Home DUNHAM Funeral services for the late Annie Mae Dunham – 86 were held October 28 at New Birth House Of Prayer with Pastor Monica Marshall officiating. Interment: Forest Lawn Central.

HALL Funeral services for the late Mandy B. Hall 94 were held October 28 at McWhite’s Funeral Home Chapel with Bishop D. Angelo Missick officiating. Interment: Forest Lawn Central.

Roy Mizell & Kurtz Funeral Home ALLEN Funeral services for the late Walter Allen, Jr - 78 were held October 28 at Roy Mizell and Kurtz Worship Center with Rev. James Allen officiating.

DAVIS Funeral services for the late Patricia Ann Davis – 67 were held October 28 at New Mount Olive Baptist Church with Dr. Marcus D. Davidson officiating. Interment: Sunset Memorial Gardens.

MARION Funeral services for the late Nezzie O. Marion - 102 were held October 28

Fats Domino, the rock pioneer who inspired Elvis Presley, the Beatles and countless other superstars, died Wednesday, October 25, 2017. (Nationaal Archief/Wikimedia Commons)

By Stacy Brown (The Washington Informer/ NNPA Member) Fats Domino, the rock pioneer who inspired Elvis Presley, the Beatles and countless other superstars, died Wednesday at his home in Harvey, Louisiana. He was 89.

Mark Bone, chief investigator for the Jefferson Parish coroner’s office, told NPR that Domino died of natural causes.

Born Antoine Domino, the “Architect of Rock ‘n’ Roll” enjoyed a career spanning five decades that included more than 25 gold singles and 65 million records sold. His massive vault of hits includes “Blueberry Hill,” “I’m Walking,” “Ain’t That a Shame” and “I’m Walking to New Orleans.”

His unique playing style and unmistakable voice helped Domino to produce the first rock ‘n’ roll record to ever sell more than 1 million copies with the 1949 hit “The Fat Man,” a song he both produced and cowrote.

Billy Diamond, his road manager, referred to him as “Fats” because the name was a symbol of importance, according to Domino’s website.

In 1986, Domino received the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award and was later inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.

On November 5, 1998, at the White House, he was awarded the National Medal of Arts from then President Bill Clinton.

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Award-winning Actor Robert Guillaume Dies at 89 Remembered as a True Legend on Screen and Broadway, Robert Guillaume dies at 89

By Stacy M. Brown (NNPA Newswire Contributor) Family members, friends and fans are grieving the loss of television and stage icon Robert Guillaume, who died on Tuesday in Los Angeles.

Guillaume, 89, is survived by his second wife, Donna Brown, a son and three daughters.

“He was a pioneer and what he did with his role as [Benson at New Mt. Olive Baptist Church with Dr. Marcus D. Davidson officiating. Interment: Sunset Memorial Gardens.

TURNER Funeral services for the late Annie Bell Turner - 96 were held October 28 at New Hope Baptist Church with Pastor Ricky Scott officiating.

Interment: Sunset Memorial Gardens.

WILLIAMS Funeral service for the late Barton Williams – 87 were held October 26 at Roy Mizell & Kurtz Worship center with Dr. James Darling, Jr. officiating.

Award-winning actor and Broadway star Robert Guillaume died on October 24, 2017. Guillaume played Benson Du Bois, a groundbreaking television character, on “Soap” and “Benson.” (Wikimedia Commons) DuBois] was give him integrity,” said actor, director and producer Shiek Mahmud-Bey, who wowed critics earlier this month at a New York Film Festival with his proposed new television series, ‘The Inner Circle.’

“What could have been just another servant or symbolically subservient minority, a butler role, he gave the world an extraordinary insight and exposed us to a human being.

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I can understand why some people will get upset after hearing these comments, and many of the Texans players were offended. Most of the players knelt in protest against these comments Sunday before their game against the Seahawks.

Black players roughly make up about 70% of the NFL, and comparing them to inmates for kneeling should not sit well with the players or any other Black person.

What have they done so wrong that they are compared to prisoners? Kneeling during the National Anthem does not deem the players criminals.

What these comments are saying to me is that the players should do what they are told!

In prison, inmates are stripped of their rights and are told what and when to do things. As long as you play in the NFL, you will do what you are told by the owners and be silent.

The NFL is ruling with an iron fist, while the NBA is the complete opposite and allows their players a platform to speak out on issues.

The Texans' Pro Bowl left tackle, Duane Brown, was just traded to the Seahawks, and he has said that owner Bob McNair’s words sicken him, but he is not surprised because the owner has made insensitive comments on racial issues before. Back in 2008, after President Obama won the election, McNair was quoted as saying, “I know a lot of ya’ll are happy right now, but it’s not the outcome that some of us were looking for.� Brown has said that McNair was visibly upset.

McNair has made two public apologies about his inmates statement saying he didn’t mean it in that way, but I am questioning if he apologized because his statements have been made public?

It seems to me as if he is comfortable with saying this around other NFL owners because he has stated insensitive comments before as it relates to Black people.

It seems as if some of the owners don’t care about anything but protecting the NFL shield and keeping the money flowing into their pockets.

Comments like these made publicly or privately show what some of the owners really think about the players.

If comments like these are made public, what has been said privately that hasn’t gotten out?

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25TH Anniversary Silver celebration benefitting PACE Center for Girls Broward brings in $160K

By Cindy Schutt The 25th Anniversary Silver Celebration of PACE Center for Girls Broward attracted more than 275 guests and brought in $160,000 in support of the nonprofit, which helps at-risk girls find successful futures through nationally acclaimed educational and counseling pro-

grams.

The Silver Celebration, presented by the Leo Goodwin Foundation, honored individuals and organizations instrumental in the founding, growth and success of PACE Center for Girls Broward, including Robert Radice, in memoriam, Senator Debby Sanderson, Leo Goodwin Foundation, Bank of America

and Mark Snead. The gala event was co-chaired by community leaders Suzette Bravo and Allison Cagnetta and emceed by Fort Lauderdale Mayor John P. ”Jack” Seiler, longtime PACE supporter and board member.

“The success of PACE Center for Girls Broward rests upon the efforts of a core group of a-

Former foster care child purchases first home PACE Center for Girls Broward Silver Celebration Honorees: Richard Zadin accepting on behalf of Robert Radice, in memoriam; Senator Debby Sanderson; Penelope Blair and Lori Chevy of Bank of America; Elliott Borkson and Alan Goldberg of Leo Goodwin Foundation; and Mark Snead.

Brown and her siblings.

By Kim Rodriguez PEMBROKE PINES, FL – Kienisha experienced life in foster care at the age of 15. She lost her father when she was seven and was a victim of parental kidnapping at the age of 12. She and her four younger siblings were moved into state care when she was 15. Kienisha came to Brown’s Harbor when she was 20-years-old, finally

bringing her younger siblings with her after winning custody for them at the age of 22.

Kienisha recently graduated with a Bachelor Degree in Social Work, sending her on her way to graduate school and she just purchased her first home for her and her siblings.

She is a firm believer that “No matter what you have been through, it is up to you to decide where you want life to take you. Your past does not deter-

mine your future. With a little motivation and determination, you can do whatever you set your mind to do.”

Kienisha says, “Brown’s Harbor provided me and my siblings a stable place where we felt comfortable to call home.

Staff gave me the opportunity to plan the next steps for me and my family by encouraging and rewarding us for completing different milestones in my life.

Brown’s Harbor has led me to the road of independence.”

Dudly’ s Pr ofessional Services Dudly’s Pro celebr ates se ven y ear s celebra sev year ears Haitian American woman celebrates success in a Male dominated industry

By Crystal Mathis MIAMI, FL -- Dudly PaulEtienne, CEO of Dudly’s Professional Services (DPS), will host her closest family, friends and associates to help her celebrate seven successful years in providing strategic business development in the construction industry. The invite only celebration will also include clients past, present and future.

Paul-Etienne is a Haitian American woman who is dominating in a predominately male

profession. Her career began after she obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Construction Engineering Technology from one of Florida’s Historically Black College and Universities, Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University (FAMU).

After graduating, PaulEtienne held several positions in commercial construction as a Project Engineering working with mid-size and large companies. This is where she discovered her passion for providing strategic business development services within the construction industry. With the backing of her family and community, she took a leap of faith and incorporated Dudly’s Professional Services. Since stepping out on her own and transitioning from a corporate employee to the Chief Executive Officer, Paul-Etienne has worked on projects for Miami Marlins Ball Park, Miami Children’s Courthouse, most recently, the American Airlines Arena ttotaling $5 Million Dollars.

However, Mrs. Paul-Etienne is most proud of the impact her work has in the community.

Her company help improve the quality of services that her clients provide on commercial jobsites, while increasing employment opportunities for

targeted underserved communities. Her passion to give back shines brightly in the community; so much so, PaulEtienne was named Top 20 Under 40 Professionals by the Haitian American Chamber of Commerce this past May. Additionally, Dudly is being spotlighted and formally recognized by the Miami-Dade County Chamber of Commerce on the morning of Friday, October 27, 2017 at the chamber breakfast for seven years of #BlackGirlExcellence. And the word around town is that she is just getting started.

Since starting her company in 2010, Paul-Etienne has been able to turn her cottage-based business into a booming enterprise with an office in Miami that employs a reliable staff that helps Dudly manage her contracts. Depending mainly on word of mouth, she gets the job done and her customers love her for it. In fact, the idea to venture out on her own began after she received numerous Thank You’s from managers of the accounts she managed while working in corporate America.

To find out more information about Dudly Paul-Etienne and Dudly’s Professional Services, LLC, visit www.dudlyservices.com.

The City of Lauderhill is about to designate their first Lauderhill Historical Site museum. It shows residents and Historical Site! the Designation Program and gave visitors all the historic spots aThe City of Lauderhill was founded in 1959 and it was home to Jackie Gleason and his famous Golf Classic which hosted several stars and many Presidents. We were once also the home to one of the largest cow pastures as a Dairy Farm for MacArthur Dairy. The history here is vast, and those who know it love it!

Because he knows the history well, the Mayor of the City has asked the City’s Arts, Cultural and Tourism Board to come up with a program to help preserve sites within the City that have historic significance in order to restore and preserve them. The Committee presented

it the following goals: In order to enhance the heritage and history of Lauderhill, the Lauderhill Historical Site Designation Program aims to identify and preserve significant historical properties within Lauderhill’s boundaries. The goal of the program is to preserve our history, protect important historical sites and create close-to-home recreational opportunities to our citizens.

“When we think about Lauderhill’s history there is so much to remember and appreciate. We must preserve it so the next generation knows exactly where and when it happened.

The Historical Site Designation Program is like a moving

round our City,” explains Mayor Richard J. Kaplan, the founder of the program.

The first site was recognized as a “Historical Designated Site” is the Inverrary Waterfall on Oct. 26, 2017. The Mayor will officially unveil the plaque that will signify the designation as a destination. The second site to be unveiled will be at the original City Hall site, now the Lauderhill Cultural Museum, which is located in Wally Elfers Park on Tuesday, Nov. 28 at 9:30 am.

If you have any questions pertaining to the Program, contact the Mayor’s Aide Kenneth Lopez at (954) 777-2042.

mazing community leaders who 25 years ago recognized that our community could do a better job of steering girls away from damaging decisions and toward choices that result in successful futures,” said Aggie Pappas, MSW, executive director of PACE Center for Girls Broward and regional director of PACE Center for Girls. “Since then we’ve helped 6,500 girls find their way, navigate their challenges and become empowered to find success.”

The success of the 25th Anniversary Silver Celebration hinged in part on a surprise Leo Goodwin Foundation challenge grant. After accepting the honoree award on behalf of the Leo Goodwin Foundation, Trustees Elliot Borkson and Alan Goldberg announced from the podium a $25,000 donation and challenged guests to match

their gift. Five $5,000 donors stepped up resulting in a total of $50,000 raised.

This $50,000 augmented the already financially successful event thanks to generous sponsor support. Top sponsors for PACE Broward’s 25th Anniversary Silver Celebration included: Presenting Sponsor Leo Goodwin Foundation; Diamond Sponsors Bank of America/U.S. Trust and Senator Debby Sanderson; and Host Sponsor Hyatt Regency Pier Sixty-Six. Sapphire sponsors were: Suzette Bravo; Broward College; CenterState Bank; Paramount Refreshment Solutions; and Jane Wexton and Marvin Pickholz. Ruby Sponsors included: Allegiance Crane & Equipment; Calvin, Giordano & Associates; Circle of Friends Foundation/Joanne and Mark Snead; Danielle Edwards of

Herbalife Nutrition; K&L Gates; Lynda Napolitano; Sam Jazayri & John Tavone; and Seiler, Sautter, Zaden, Rimes & Wahlbrink. Emerald Sponsors were: Business & Professional Women of Fort Lauderdale, CBRE CARES Foundation; Carman Law Firm, PA.; Crowe Horwath, LLP; Fast-Fix Jewelry and Watch Repairs/ Gerry and Lucy Weber; Hoffman’s Chocolate; Interiors by Steven G.; JLL; Kubicki Draper; Panza, Maurer & Maynard; REMS Group, Inc; Silicon Valley Bank; Steven Douglas; and Transworld Business Advisors.

Silver Celebration honorees were lauded for their incomparable commitment to PACE Center for Girls Broward.

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Meet the Black Woman Candidate Who’ll Talk to Men in Confederate-Flag T-Shirts In V irginia, Jennifer Carroll Foy is making an Virginia, audacious run for the House of Delegates. to represent the good people of Virginia’s Second District.

But first she had to figure out if the couple actually lived in her district. Even explaining where her district begins and ends proved complicated, as every district in the state has been distorted by GOP gerrymandering. Virginia’s Second District, for example, pulls in only half of Stafford County; the rest is in Prince William County. The couple stared at her, confused and silent. Then the man broke the spell by saying, No, they didn’t live in her district. He looked down at the ground, while his wife, carrying a toddler, awkwardly thanked Carroll Foy.

By Joan WalshTwitter STAFFORD COUNTY, VA. — Under a dazzling purple-andorange sunset at the Stafford County Fair last weekend, Jennifer Carroll Foy, a candidate for the state House of Delegates, strolled confidently toward a skinny young white man wearing a Confederate-flag “Don’t tread on me” T-shirt. One of the first Black female graduates of the Virginia Military Institute, Carroll Foy was there to ask for his vote. The man looked stunned as she approached, while his wife seemed mildly curious. And then Carroll Foy was really there—smiling, standing tall, handing out literature, explaining why she was running FOY

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Buy The Block,’ the First Black-Owned Real-Estate crowd investing platform, is on its way to raising millions of dollars in funding for property development in Black communities Lynn P. Smith, founder of Buy the Block

By BlackNews.com NATIONWIDE — Entrepreneur Lynn P. Smith is the founder and CEO at Buy The Block – one of the only Blackowned platforms in the country that is dedicated to making investments in real estate as a group more accessible. The movement is presently on its way to recording massive success in funding for diverse development projects across Black communities in the US. This enviable initiative offers every Black American an opportunity to invest as little as $100, and connect with other investors – with an added advantage of helping every member buy a piece of their first block. Having a growing database of BlockVestors and Block Developers, all it takes to be a member is by signing up on their website.

With the platform, acquiring property or block of choice in one’s local area is achievable.

Getting the funds to make such a big difference can also be without hassles. All that is required

of a member is to; find a property, make an offer, bring the property to Buy The Block, get the needed funding from other investors if they so desire, and then purchase the block.

The ability to share wealth depending on each person’s investment makes it a win-win situation for all block investors.

Buy The Block can manage any project from concept to end, and they aim to develop a large number of construction projects, in areas such as; residential, manufacturing, retail, multi-family, medical, religious, and pre-engineered building construction.

With the focus on the Black communities in America, Buy The Block is on track to raise millions of dollars in funding for development projects in these communities. Having the capacity to take on more significant projects and contracts, they project that they will soon change the face of crowd-funding real estate investing in the country.

They intend to do this by committing their time to getting great projects and making it a win-win for all sponsored projects.

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The Gr eat er F or dale Chap k and Jill of Amer ica, Inc. Great eater For ortt Lauder Lauderdale Chaptter of Jac Jack America, will host a family-friendly fundraiser tion and 20th among all football players nationwide.

Some of the other Little Big Shots who’ll be honored are: Zoe Terry, doll-creator; Ben Polsky, author; Jenee Cidel, speech and debate captain; and Rachel Rustein, jewelry-maker.

GFTL Jack and Jill has a history of giving back to the children of the community through its members’ time and donations. Its signature event this month (November) is designed to raise money for chari-

Submitted by Jeanne Charles Wood Lions, tigers and community fundraising. Oh, my! The Greater Fort Lauderdale Chapter of Jack and Jill of America, Inc. will host a family-friendly fundraiser from 7 – 11 p.m., on Nov. 11 at Young of Art museum, 751 SW 121 Ave., Davie, Fla. A Family Affair: Wildin’ Out at the Museum will have unique and spectacular experiences for the whole community to enjoy.

The organization of mothers will also recognize some of South Florida’s emerging young leaders as Little Big Shots.

Among the honorees are Taylor Moxey and Tyson Campbell. Taylor, 11, is an award-winning entrepreneur, author and philanthropist from Miami. She got her start baking and selling sweets out of a desire to purchase a toy. She most recently opened a free library in Miami’s Omni Park.

When Tyson Campbell hit the West Miramar Optimist football field at age 6, everyone knew he had something special. The 17-year-old American Heritage student is the thirdranked cornerback in the na-

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Little Big Shot Honorees (l to r): Ben Polsky, Tyson Campbell, Taylor Moxey, Zoe Terry; sitting-Adrelia Allen, Foundation Chair-Greater Fort Lauderdale Chapter of Jack and Jill of America; Jeanne Charles Wood, President-Greater Fort Lauderdale Chapter of Jack and Jill of America.

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Jasmin Shirley, Senior VP (Cont'd from FP) Being a true pioneer, Shirley also convinced the Department of Health and Rehabilitation Services (HRS) in 1984 to create a county-wide AIDS task force, providing out-patient care for AIDS patients. This effort led to the formation of the Northwest Health Center which began treating AIDS patients in 1987. Jasmin was also instrumental in raising1.6 million dollars for the Johnson Foundation in order to make this possible. This was a radical concept at the time since providing

care for sick people was something HRS had never done.

WAM is proud to present its “Unity In Diversity” Award to Jasmin Shirley for her continuous support and relentless dedication within communities affected by HIV/AIDS and for providing a pathway to quality healthcare for those most vulnerable.

For more information or to schedule interviews, please contact: Hugh G. Beswick, CEO World AIDS Museum and Educational Center • 1201 NE 26th Avenue Wilton Manors, FL 33305, 954-390-0550 (museum) 412-523-5245 (mobile) hughbeswick@comcast.net

NAACP Issues National Travel (Cont'd from FP) -Americans-to exercise caution, in that booking and boarding flights on American Airlines could subject them disrespectful, discriminatory or unsafe conditions. This travel advisory is in effect beginning Tuesday, October 24, 2017, until further notice.

The series of recent incidents involve troublesome conduct by American Airlines and they suggest a corporate culture of racial insensitivity and possible racial bias on the part of American Airlines. Among these incidents: 1. An African-American man was required to relinquish his purchased seats aboard a flight from Washington, D.C. to RaleighDurham, merely because he responded to disrespectful and discriminatory comments directed toward him by two unruly white passengers; 2. Despite having previously booked first-class tickets for herself and a traveling companion, an African-American woman’s seating assignment was switched to the coach section at the ticket counter, while her white companion remained assigned to a firstclass seat; 3. On a flight bound for New York from Miami, the pilot directed that an African-American woman be removed from the flight when she complained to the gate agent about having her seating assignment changed without her consent; and 4. An African-American

ties that support the health and well-being of children. A portion of proceeds will benefit the Jack and Jill of America Foundation, Inc. and two South Florida charities: Foundation of Sickle Cell Disease and Research and the Children’s Diagnostic and Treatment Center. Tickets for the Family Affair: Wildin’ Out at the Museum can be purchased at jackandjillaffair.eventbrite.com.

For sponsorship opportunities, contact the chapter’s Foundation Chair, Adrelia Allen at gftlfoundation@gmail.com.

woman and her infant child were removed from a flight from Atlanta to New York City when the woman (incidentally a Harvard Law School student) asked that her stroller be retrieved from checked baggage before she would disembark.

The NAACP deplores such alarming behavior on the part of airline personnel, and we are aware of these incidents only because the passengers involved knew their rights, knew to speak up and exercised the courage to do so promptly. Historically, the NAACP has issued travel advisories when conditions on the ground pose a substantial risk of harm to black Americans, and we are concerned today that the examples cited herein may represent only the ‘tip of the iceberg’ when it comes to American Airlines’ documented mistreatment of African-American customers.”

“All travelers must be guaranteed the right to travel without fear of threat, violence or harm,” stated Derrick Johnson, President and CEO of the NAACP. “The growing list of incidents suggesting racial bias reflects an unacceptable corporate culture and involves behavior that cannot be dismissed as normal or random. We expect an audience with the leadership of American Airlines to air these grievances and to spur corrective action. Until these and other concerns are addressed, this national travel advisory will stand.”

"When you're accustomed to privilege, equality feels like oppression" -- AFRO PUNK

Faith and love, prayer and unity can ease the pain of breast cancer (Cont'd from FP) cancer diagnoses are highest in non-Hispanic white women, African American women are more likely to succumb to the disease. Additionally, family history is no longer a determining factor. Nearly 85% of women who develop breast cancer do not have a history of the disease in their families.

One of the most impactful methods in spreading awareness is through the telling of stories. Storytelling has been a primary means of communicating morals, values, and lessons in cultures for centuries.

Even the most beautiful illustrations of faith, redemption, and love were through the telling of parables.

October is a sacred time for women affected by breast cancer to share their testimonies and urge their fellow sisters to be diligent and take care of themselves. When a space is created for this purpose the result can be touching and transformative.

On October 26th, Broward County Clerk of Courts South Satellite location held a moving Breast Cancer Victory Luncheon in honor of breast cancer survivors. Although the event acknowledged those we lost, the focus was to educate and empower through testimonies. Survivors briefly and bravely recounted their stories, from diagnosis to chemotherapy, and shared their experiences fighting the disease.

“I did not want to let this month go by without acknowledging some survivors even within our office.” said Janice Moore, Clerk of Court Satellite Manager.

The wonderful event was heightened by an atmosphere of sisterhood and a sort of intimacy only women could tap into so well. Through many tears and smiles, the afternoon’s honorees laid bare their fears, insecurities, and triumphs and emphasized the keys to survival are prayer and early detection.

Deputy ShaRonda Foster’s testimony set the tone for the afternoon as she tearfully described her challenges dealing with the physical battle scars of breast cancer. An ad-

vocate for early detection, Deputy Foster unfortunately lost her mother to the disease and found herself grappling with the choice to undergo breast removal.

For months afterward, Deputy Foster admitted to feelings of insecurity and wore breast prostheses . A particularly moving moment came when she presented the prostheses her mother wore while she battled breast cancer.

“It was when my aunt told me not to feel insecure about how I look and to hold my head up,” Deputy Foster tearfully stated, “That meant the world to me.”

One simple theme weaved the testimonies together: faith. Survivors were quick to emphasize the power of prayer and to highlight to everyone that breast cancer is not something one goes through alone. It affects everyone around you.

“I thought I would just go through it alone,” said survivor Karen Centeno, “But no one should go through it by themselves. Take someone with you to appointments and check-ups. We are all in God’s hands.”

Survivor Ethylyn Satchell recounted a time when the women of her church laid hands on her after she was told her cancer had returned.

“It strengthened me to continue my fight,” she explained, “And it helped me to claim my healing.”

Spaces where women come together and share are always otherworldly. There’s something magical about it. The event, attended by a rainbow of women from different cultures and backgrounds demonstrated that disease knows no race and that genuine love and support transcends manmade boundaries.

“It is important to get checked early and thoroughly, “said Brenda D. Foreman, Broward County Clerk of Courts, “The sooner you know, the more earnestly you can fight it.”

Daveia Odoi, founder of The DynaSmiles by DNT

By Black Busines News BLog Daveia Odoi is the creator of “The DynaSmiles by DNT,” an original collection of happy art sold in the US, UK and Ghana that has been highlighted by Essence, Black Enterprise, and BET. Her work places happy, smiling Black women on various products including journals, cosmetic bags, laptop covers, smartphone cases, and more.

Her motivation Daveia, who is from Franklin Park, New Jersey, says that Black women are often portrayed as mean and down right angry all the time. “But that’s simply not true,” she says. “We enjoy life, love our families and like having nice things just like anyone else.”

Wanting to combat this negative stereotype about Black women, Daveia decided to create lively and fun artistry that displays happy Black women.

She comments, “I couldn’t find anything that looked like me or expressed the sense of joy I was feeling. After browsing in stores and online proved to be unsuccessful, I decided to make my own and share what I made with others.”

Reaching out to others Daveia wants to do more than show illustrations of happy Black women: She also wants to created more happy Black women.

So, when not creating, she shares her knowledge by mentoring other creative business owners through her online academy called “Shine Brighter”. By speaking at various business training events held throughout the year, she is able to share her knowledge with others about the importance of branding and design as it relates to business marketing.

For more details about her company, visit www.thedynasmiles.com or follow her on Instagram at www.instagram.com/thedynasmiles/

One mess after another (Cont'd from FP) How, in all of God’s creation, can the president of this use to be greater country make a phone call to the wife of a soldier who was killed and missing for days, call her and not know the soldier’s name and then punch her in the gut with an emotionless condolence?

All of this BS (Being Stupid) and other racist stuff that’s happening in this country seems to be generated around money, or the lack there of.

It’s a darn shame that people of color are constantly subjected to the racist attitudes of some mentally constipated rich people.

Those SOBs (Socially Obstinate Blowhards) who want to use their money to buy happiness but can’t, become so frustrated until they take it out on the least, the lost, the left out and the people of color.

What we should do, those of us who fit in the afore mentioned categories, is to just suddenly flip the script and stop doing what they so cheaply pay us to do.

In most cases those of us who get paid just a bit more are the ones who entertain them rich SOBs and are the same ones who seem to have sold their souls to be held down under the soles of them SOBs spit shined shoes by us.

Common sense, of which we use to have the most of, would tell us that money keeps the stores open and when we cut the money off, the stores would close.

Now, as it relates to chattel, to which most of you athletes/ entertainers have allowed to be identified as, would not show up for work do to a sudden illness call “wake up” a whole lot of Sugar-Honey-Ice Tea would change for the betterment of all.

You know, we could call this movement “Get Out” and just like the movie by the same name- get out of that frame of mind of being owned by someone who constantly shows you that you are nothing but property. If we must be property, let’s act like we are God’s property.

Right now, our current governing body, led by POTUS (person out of their unstable mind), is like a house built of cards and once one card is moved, the hold thing will come crashing down.

“Dear God in the name of Jesus, please stable our house of cards and put us on Your firm foundation and not that of man. In Jesus’ name. Amen.

GOD, OUR MASTER, DOESN’T MAKE A MESS OF THINGS; HE MAKES A MASTERPEACE

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The enrichment and empowerment of young minds E-Roadmap Corporation (ERM) a nonprofit organization devoted to ensuring the building blocks for a sustainable future

In 2008, a vision emerged of starting a Nonprofit business to teach middle and high school students entrepreneurship, financial literacy, life skills, personal development, etiquette, trauma, social and emotional coping skills and much more.

“We are very passionate about teaching the value of being an independent contractor and /or business owner, says Veleké Brown, CEO & Founder of E-Roadmap Corporation.

Brown continues, “When we see young adults graduating from college, going into their first job and expecting a pipe dream (high salary, great benefits and job security) only to be disappointed…it is heart-breaking.”

Jim Rohn, a world-renowned motivational speaker says, “If only they had taught Wealth 101 I would have taken that in school.” Now is the perfect time to start changing the mindset of our youth and we are well on our way!

Stanley Etienne, Entrepreneurship Program student and top participant in the Lake Worth Shark Tank doesn’t feel like his time was wasted in the program.

“E-Roadmap Corporation

has taught me how to use my time wisely, connect with certain people to help make my business happen!”

E-Roadmap Corporation(ERM) believes that sustainable economic growth requires entrepreneurship. Entrepreneurs create new jobs, contribute to economic expansion, and become stakeholders in supporting a healthy business environment.

“We want to introduce personal development philosophies early on to help shape the future of our youth,” said Brown.

Brown grew up in the world of Sales and Business. She says that she owes her success to great parents, and mentors, as well accountability partners and business associates who helped shape her vision and focus her thoughts along her journey.

ERM Young Males Program is led by Sean Terrell who is fervent about equipping young Black males with skills to coach them into becoming stellar role models.

ERM holds events from West Palm Beach to Miami, Florida, Detroit Michigan, Petersburg and Richmond, Va. as well Rockingham, North Carolina.

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ERM has helped facilitate a Shark Tank event this past August and plans to expand by launching a Youth Empowerment Center (YEC) in Boynton Beach, FL and in Petersburg, Va. Brown also wants to create a technology based Innovation Work Space in West Palm Beach with a Health and Fitness Initiative partnership with Total Life Changes.

A testimonial comes from Anestacha Jean Mary, student and second place winner of Lake Worth Shark Tank. Anestacha says, “E-Roadmap has taught me that I must always continue to Better my Best, that there are opportunities within every circumstance; all you need to do is go and get them. ERoadmap has enabled me to become more resilient, confident and an amazing entrepreneur.”

The success of the EMR program can be found in the achievement of the students and the belief of outside entities that have worked alongside of EMR. Those who believe in ERM like, Founder & CEO, Reginale Durandisse of For The Children, Inc. stated: “Lake Worth kids don’t always realize they have a skill to sell. EMR gives them a platform.”

1st place winner of Lake Worth Shark Tank Entrepreneurship Program, student Ketena Jean Jacques, has experienced some hiccups and road blocks in young life but has not given up.

“E-Roadmap is a personal development organization that is dedicated to my success. I definitely feel successful and empowered to have the opportunity to take a front seat ride on a hopeful journey. I have

learned that there are many bumps in the road but there is one set destination to success and that is to stay focused.”

Brown has a full plate; however, she says that their plans are to release a series of books and coloring books before the end of 2017 to introduce our

Black youth to the concept of Entrepreneurship.

If you would like more information about this topic, or for a customized curriculum quote, please contact Veleke Brown at E-Roadmap Corporation. Veleke@E-Roadmap.Org

Historic Ali Cultural Arts and Rock Road Restoration Historical Group to cel ebrate The Life of Esther Rolle celebrate Exhibit examines the impact of the award-winning h actr ess raised in Pompano Beac Beach actress

Esther Rolle was born in Pompano Beach, Florida, attended Yale University, won an Emmy award and was the first woman to receive the NAACP Chairman’s Civil Rights Leadership Award. The anniversary of both her birth and death are in November, and to celebrate the achievements of this amazing woman, who is also buried in Pompano Beach, The Rock Road Restoration Historical Group will present a special exhibit at The Historic Ali Cultural Arts Center during an opening reception Wed., Nov. 1, 2017 from 6 to 8 p.m., exhibit is free and will be on display Wednesday, Nov. 1 thru Saturday Dec. 2, 2017 “We are honored that Hazel Armbrister, a Pompano Beach historian, along with Ms. Rolle’s family members, Janice Rolle

and Carter Allen have coordinated this inspiring exhibit,” said Cherolyn Davis, director of programs and facilities.

“Pompano Beach is very proud of all of the accomplishments Esther Rolle achieved during her illustrious career.”

The award-winning actress still has a family home on NW 3rd Avenue, which has since been renamed in her honor.

“We look forward to celebrating Esther Rolle’s legacy through this photographic exhibit and introducing her impact to a new generation,” continued Davis.

Born in Pompano Beach, Fla. in 1922, Rolle was the 10th of 18 children, and her father was a farmer. An older sister, Estelle Evans, also an actress, memorably played Calpurnia in the film version of Harper Lee’s “To Kill a Mockingbird” (1962).

After graduating from high school, Rolle pursued an acting career by travelling to New York and becoming one of the early members of the Negro Ensemble Company, which in 1969 performed at the Aldwych, “London in God is a (Guess What?)” and in the late 1950s she performed with Shogola Obola, an African-American dance troupe.

In 1964 she made her film debut in “Nothing But a Man” and her Broadway debut in “James Baldwin’s Blues for Mr. Charlie”. The following year she appeared in another Broadway play by Baldwin, “The Amen Corner”. Other important stage appearances included Lady Macbeth in an off-Broadway

version of “Macbeth” (1977), and as the matriarch Lena Younger in a tour of Lorraine Hansberry’s “A Raisin in the Sun” (1987). Later film appearances included Cleopatra Jones (1973) and “Driving Miss Daisy” (1989). Her final film appearance will be in “Down in the Delta”, directed by Maya Angelou In 1971 Rolle started her television career with regular appearances in the daytime soap One Life to Live, and the following year she made her first appearance in Maude. Its spin-off, Good Times, was launched in 1974, and told the story of a struggling but loving family on Chicago’s South Side.

It made a star out of Jimmie Walker, who played the older son JJ, and his trademark saying “Dyn-O-Mite!” became a national catchphrase. Though the series was not shown in Britain, it was adapted by London Weekend Television in 1976 as “The Fosters”, starring Norman Beaton and Lenny Henry.

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