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Metropolitan Police Officer Says, ‘A Hitman’ Sent the Rioters
Commission Begins Investigation into U.S. Capitol Insurrection Stacy M. Brown WI Senior Writer
5 Several U.S. Capitol Police officers spent the day testifying about their experience during the insurrection on January 6. This is a photo taken earlier in the year. (Roy Lewis/The Washington Informer)
The words rolled off U.S. Capitol Police Officer Harry Dunn’s tongue easily but it still proved as stunning an indictment as any ever leveled at former President Donald Trump. “There was an attack on Jan. 6 and a hitman sent them. I want you to get to the bottom of that,” Dunn said as the gallery gasped and he and other
officers wiped away tears. The emotional testimony came during the U.S. House of Representatives’ Jan. 6 commission’s inquiry into the capitol riots. The committee, formed by House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) to investigate the attack on the U.S. Capitol, began hearings on Tuesday, July 27. Dunn and three other officers dominated the hearings, describ-
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Olympic Medalist Dominique Dawes Says Biles Made the Right Decision
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Olympians past and present remain shocked and saddened that Olympic gold medalist Simone Biles has bowed out of the 2021 Olympics because says she is stressed out and needs to focus on her mental health. Team USA was in position to win the gold medal in the women’s gymnastics competition when Biles, who appeared to have injured herself, clarified what really happened. "Whenever you get in a high stress situation, you 5 Dominique Dawes and her husband Jeff share a moment with their
Just when everyone thought the COVID 19 crisis was over, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reversed direction. Even if you have been vaccinated, CDC said July 28, wear a mask, even inside, in potential hotspots. “The science hasn’t changed. The virus has changed,” Dr. Anthony Fauci, President Biden’s chief medical adviser, told reporters.
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And, they said, it is spreading faster than the original version of the coronavirus that has gripped the world. The CDC announced that the Delta variant is the dominant strain of Covid-19 that is circulating the United States. From data drawn from multiple states and other countries, it shows that people who are fully vaccinated and retrieve the Delta
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Although the 2022 Maryland primary election is about 11 months away, a virtual candidate’s forum will take place Thursday, July 29 featuring topics about Prince George’s County Council’s District 6. The area that encompasses parts of Forestville, Largo and parts of Upper Marlboro anticipate being a sought-after seat as the term for Derrick Leon Davis expires in December 2022. So far, two people have announced their candidacies: Denise Smith, communications director for State’s Attorney Aisha Braveboy, and Wala Blegay, an attorney with the D.C. Nurses Association. Out of the nine council districts, District 6 encompasses the highest population with 106,085. Some of the major properties include: the University of Maryland Medical Center and Wayne K. Curry Administration Building, both in Largo, and the county’s biggest house of worship, First Baptist Church of Glenarden in Upper Marlboro. For those interested in the forum hosted by Concerned Citizens of District 6, register at https://bit.ly/3xbqDW9. WI
County Announces Negro League Legends Hall of Fame Baseball Game and Auto Show The Department of Parks and Recreation in Prince George’s County, part of The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission, is proud to support the Negro League Legends Hall of Fame [NLLHOF] Annual East/West Vintage Baseball game and auto show. This historic game is being played in observance of NLLHOF week, saluting the 88th anniversary of the game and the 100th anniversary of the Negro National League, founded a year later by Andrew “Rube” Foster - “Father of Black Baseball” in 1920. Some remaining players from the league will be in attendance. The game will be played by former Major/Minor MLB players, local leagues and collegiate players dressed in vintage attire. “Our Hall of Fame Legends were pioneers in a league of some of the greatest players to play the game of baseball,” said organizer Dwayne Sims. “We look forward to welcoming local fans to a historic game at Prince George’s Stadium, and continuing to educate the young and old about these players’ contribution to American baseball history.” The event will take place Saturday, August 7 at Prince George’s Stadium – home of the Bowie Baysox. Enjoy a free auto show at 10:00 am. Gates open at 1 pm for the NLLHOF East/ West Vintage game at the ballpark. Tickets are now on sale. WI
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Incumbent McDuffie Remains Mum on Political Future James Wright WI Staff Writer Gordon Fletcher, a Ward 5A08 Advisory Neighborhood Commissioner and chair of the Ward 5 Democrats, said he wants the party’s nomination for Kenyan McDuffie’s Ward 5 council seat in 2022. “This has been a dream of mine, a passion of mine,” Fletcher told the Informer after declaring his candidacy July 22. “I have wanted to be a community servant since high school and wanted to serve the residents of Ward 5 since I moved here 19 years ago from New York City,” Fletcher said. Still, he admits, “Kenyan McDuffie has done a great job as the council member but I want to take the ward to a higher level.” Fletcher lives in North Michigan Park. The Ward 5 council race will be one of the major elected offices up for grabs in next year’s midterm election. Voters will also consider candidates for D.C. mayor, council chairman, attorney general, two at-large seats and council seats for wards 1, 3, and 6. Fletcher has emerged as the first major contender for the council seat but former D.C. Councilmember Vincent Orange and Ward 5A05 advisory neighborhood commissioner Ronnie Edwards have indicated interest in running. There is talk among political observers that Faith Gibson Hubbard, the director of the mayor’s office of community affairs, may join the race, too. McDuffie hasn’t announced his political plans as of yet.
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Fletcher said he plans on running a grassroots campaign. He noted in his campaign email that he won’t accept PAC money or any individual contributions exceeding $50. On economic development, Fletcher said he will listen to
what residents want. He made it clear businesses owned by African Americans and females of any race will be prioritized. Fletcher wants to expand the city’s Main Streets program, an initiative that provides financial incentives to businesses located on major thoroughfares. Essentially, he wants commercial and residential development projects in Ward 5 “but only if they look right.” “A high rise building next to a group of rowhouses doesn’t look right,” he said. “I want development in the ward but the right type.” Regarding public safety, Fletcher wants residents to take a more proactive approach. He supports a return to orange hat patrols— where residents walk their neighborhoods wearing colored caps with communications devices—to fight crime. He also said he wants more community policing, more speed bumps in the streets, removal of guns from criminals and more events such as block parties where neighbors can get to know each other. Fletcher said as a councilmember, he will have to make tough decisions on behalf of the ward. Nevertheless, he said advocating in the best interest of the ward and not acting paternalistically will be his mode of operation. Also, he said he wants to work to get things done “and not try to be a part of The Club” at the John A. Wilson Building. “I will be authentic,” he said. “I will be who I am. I will listen to the people. As a council member, I will actively and regularly meet with advisory neighborhood commissions and community associations.”
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are wary about vaccinating their younger children – to make the most well-informed decisions. Aggressive government vaccination goals remain elusive and are still far from being met. Some 48 percent of Black Americans surveyed report being worried about the new variants and their potential to fuel a spike in infection rates, while 52 percent fear another increase in cases possibly coming this year and question how to effectively prevent becoming infected, or infecting loved ones. Through its ongoing national initiative, ‘COVID. KNOW MORE,’ the NAACP, the nation’s largest and most pre-eminent civil rights organization, is continuing its work to ensure that Black communities are provided with the most current and credible facts they need to make the best possible choices for their longterm wellbeing. The campaign, launched in May, was created to provide Black Americans with comprehensive, relevant data and resources on COVID-19 tailored specifically to them, with the intent of empowering Black America’s full recovery.
“We are certainly a strong, enduring and resilient people but the data doesn’t lie,” said Derrick Johnson, NAACP president and CEO. “Our research shows that Black Americans are optimistic about getting ahead of the COVID-19 crisis and resuming their daily lives and activities, yet there remains a great deal of work to be done – especially in reaching our young people and men with the information that they need,” he added. The NAACP’s research further illuminates the facts that: • More than half of African Americans (51%) today report that they are fully vaccinated; another 5% have received one dose and 6% report that they have an appointment to be vaccinated. • Younger, lower-income and southern Blacks lag behind, being the least likely Black adults to have received any of the vaccines. • Preventing the spread of the coronavirus, especially to friends and family, is the greatest motivation for African Americans to get vaccinated.
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Vice President Harris Meets Poll Workers in Latest Round of Voting Rights Battle Sam P.K. Collins WI Staff Writer Vice President Kamala Harris, who is becoming the spear carrier in the Biden administration’s battle over voting rights, recently encouraged some frontline poll workers to embrace their role in protecting voters’ rights. So far she has met elected officials of both major parties, and stands at the vanguard of a multi-million dollar voting rights campaign launched by the Democratic National Committee. Most recently, Harris engaged a small group of poll workers to learn more about their experiences and what they thought people should know about poll workers’ roles in protecting voting rights. Some of the poll workers entered the discussion eager to speak about the voting rights legislation coming out of several states. “States are being allowed to hinder and slow down voting access and not with goodness at heart,” said Gina Nicole Brown, an actor and comedian from Silver Spring, Md. who has served as a poll worker for five years. As Brown recounted to The Informer, the early voting process during the 2020 general election campaign generated long wait lines at her polling station. She expressed bewilderment at how states have since been able to pass laws hindering ballot access. “We should be helping people understand how policy works,” Brown said. “I’m not happy with the several states that are trying to slow things down. Sadly, I understand why but I wish it didn’t exist. And I wish the people who thought that way and pushed those policies through didn’t work in government,” Brown said.
Laws in Texas, Michigan, Arizona, Georgia, Iowa and Florida penalize poll workers for doing their job, and encourage partisanship in the craft. Earlier this month, President Joe Biden admonished the passage of these laws. However, proponents cite what they describe as election fraud during the 2020 election as an impetus. Though that theory has been debunked, conservative legislatures have been able to proceed without difficulty. In early July, the Supreme Court ruled to reinstate two Arizona laws that throw out votes cast outside of one’s precinct and bans the collection of absentee ballots from anyone other than a relative or caregiver. The decision by the mostly conserative bench has further weakened the Voting Rights Act, which now only outlaws egregiously conspicuous forms of voter discrimination. With a bust of Frederick Douglass behind her in the executive mansion, Harris recently huddled with five poll workers, two of whom tuned in remotely. Much of their discussion, she said in her opening remarks, focused on how the American people can “have a fair, transparent, accessible
opportunity to exercise their voice through their vote.” Over the last few weeks, Democrats have struggled to acquire the votes needed to pass the John Lewis Voting Rights Act and the For the People Act. These bills would restore portions of the 1965 Voting Rights Act, expand voting rights, and strengthen campaign finance laws, respectively. On Tuesday, all 50 Republican senators blocked passage of the For the People Act, much to the chagrin of Biden.. Harris’ meeting with poll workers preceded similar meetings with voting rights activists in Detroit, disabled voting rights activists, nearly two dozen Black women leaders, and Texas lawmakers who prevented the passage of legislation to make voting harder. “We are forcefully working to pass the For the People Act and the John Lewis Voting Rights Act, and working to help ensure that all Americans know what they get when they vote -- to further encourage them to vote knowing that it will make a difference in their lives," Harris said on Wednesday.
During the 2020 election, Black students counted among those who volunteered as poll workers after their older counterparts opted out of participating due to the COVID-19 pandemic. For DeAndre Malcolm, serving as a poll worker counted among the many activities he participated in to ease the voting process for fellow students and others who voted on the State College campus of Penn State University. In the moments before he met with Harris, Malcolm, a student
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McDuffie has voiced concerns about the council’s tax increase. “I have supported new tax policies in the past, but yesterday’s vote was a missed opportunity to thoughtfully modernize our tax code to meaningfully address the tax inequities that have contributed to D.C.’s stark racial gap,” he said. “However, a more collaborative approach may have yielded a more comprehensive tax reform proposal that better levels the playing field for vulnerable District residents.” Last year, District lawmakers voted to create a commission to examine the city’s tax code to determine ways residents of all incomes could pay their fair shares of taxes. Pinto acknowledged, “There is a huge need in the city and the programs funded through the proposed tax are critically important” but she criticized the tax hike. “As a former tax attorney for our city, I do not believe passing an ad hoc tax is the right way to create tax policy,” the Pinto said. “The Council voted to establish a Tax Revision Commission. This entity is entirely devoted to evaluating our tax code, understanding where loopholes are and weaknesses exist and developing evidence-based recommendations to make our tax code equitable. “In this way, she added, “the Tax Revision Commission is working to ensure that our tax code best serves all residents and considers the District’s long-term success within our region.
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Councilmembers Allen, George, and Henderson, along with Robert White (D-At Large), Elissa Silverman (I-At Large), Vincent Gray (D-Ward 7), Trayon White (D-Ward 8) and Brianne Nadeau (D-Ward 1) who voted for the tax increase received praise from Jeremiah Lowery, chair of DC for Democracy. “In the weeks leading up to yesterday’s historic vote, we made it clear to the D.C. Council that we considered the vote on the income tax proposal to fund housing and child care to be the most significant vote of the budget season, and one of the significant votes of the year,” Lowery said. “This is a huge win for racial equity, tax justice and progressive values.” Lowery said business lobby groups led by the Federal City Council-- an organization of companies with operations in the city—and its CEO, former D.C. Mayor Anthony Williams, opposed the tax increase. Tazra Mitchell, policy director of the DC Fiscal Policy Institute, agreed with Lowery on the council’s vote. “With a modest tax increase on D.C.’s wealthiest residents, the council will raise over $170 million each year by fiscal year 2025 to help dismantle structural barriers to opportunity for Black and Brown communities and those living on low incomes,” she said.WI @JamesDCWrighter
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PRINCE GEORGE'S COUNTY Prince George’s Settles Police Discrimination Suit
Support Uneven for Alsobrooks' Decision William J. Ford WI Staff Writer The Rev. James Robinson stood next to Prince George’s County Executive Angela Alsobrooks recently in support of her decision to settle a more than 2½ year discrimination lawsuit involving current and former Black and Latino police officers. “There have been major changes since she has come into her position and what I feel as a resident is this: everything she said she was going to do she’s done so far. She’s a promise keeper,” said Robinson, pastor of Tree of Life Christian Ministries in Clinton.
“There’s a lot more work to be done, but I think that this lady right here is ready to lead and do it.” Kema Hutchinson-Harris of Clinton disagrees, especially with the county spending more than $25 million to fight the suit. “This could've ended a long time ago. If we had a county executive to use tax dollars better, we wouldn’t be in this,” said Hutchinson-Harris, co-founder of Community Justice. “[Alsobrooks] was state’s attorney for eight years. She knew about this corruption in the police department before she was county executive. It is time for a change.” Prince George’s residents may not all
agree on the length of time it took to settle a lawsuit filed in December 2018, but there is consensus that the police department must be revamped and reorganized to end discrimination against fellow officers and residents. The settlement, which went into effect Sunday, July 25, includes $17 million for hiring Venable, a private law firm in Northwest; $5.8 million in attorney and reimbursement fees to the plaintiff’s representatives; and $2.3 million for the 12 plaintiffs. During a press conference Thursday, July 22, Alsobrooks said no one’s “happy” spending taxpayer dollars to defend the suit, but “we had to do it right.” “We would not be rushed into a result that was not fair to the plaintiffs in this case and would not be fair to the county in this case,” she said. “We needed to take the time that it was necessary to do it properly.” According to the suit, white officers created a hostile work environment for Black and Latino officers. A report filed in federal court last year showed Black and Latino officers are twice as likely to receive disciplinary charges compared to their white counterparts and senior officers failed to keep track of disciplinary actions. Michael E. Graham, a former 33year veteran with the Los Angeles County Sheriff Department, compiled the nearly 100-page report on behalf of the plaintiffs, the Hispanic National Law Enforcement Officers Association.
Prince George’s Commission Seeks to Improve Local Environment William J. Ford WI Staff Writer Install renewable energy systems on existing and new Prince George’s County government and school buildings. Construct more walking and bicycle trails and employers increase telework opportunities for workers as a way to decrease vehicular traffic. These are three of the 27 recommendations proposed by a county Climate Action Commission on ways to improve the environment. The challenge appears to be striking a balance to pay for protecting the environment and building new homes and businesses. Dawn Hawkins-Nixon, asso-
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5 Prince George’s County Police Chief Malik Aziz at lectern July 22 as he summarizes the terms of a settlement announced this week with current and former Black and Latino police officers. (William J. Ford/The Washington Informer)
This became the second police-involved case within a year in which the county settled to end litigation. In September, the county agreed to pay $20 million to the family of 43-year-old William Green, killed by a former police officer in January 2020 while handcuffed in a police cruiser. The family’s attorney, Billy Murphy, said at that time the figure represented the largest in Maryland and one of the biggest in the country for an unlawful shooting by police. Alsobrooks said police reforms to eradicate the discriminatory and retaliatory culture needed to be put in place years ago. “This should have been done decades ago,” she said. “I don’t think anybody denies that there’s no way we should’ve been here.”
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Alsobrooks and Police Chief Malik Aziz, who joined the department in May and brings nearly 30 years of experience, summarized some of the upgraded policies as part of the settlement, including a pledge to establlish bias-free policing, implement anti-discrimination training and conduct Equal Employment Opportunity investigations. Aziz replaced former police chief Hank Stawinski, who resigned the same day as the Graham report became public and also named in the suit. Although the county pushed for funding of body-worn cameras during Alsobrooks’ administration, Aziz said a new policy needed to be implemented such as the process to release video footage.
Aziz said officers can “start healing” now that a settlement has been reached. “That’s always a morale booster when you can put something behind you and look forward to a new day,” he said. Aziz has chatted with several community leaders since he arrived from Dallas, Texas. Linda Thornton Thomas, president of the county’s NAACP, said she’s “extremely impressed” with Aziz. She said she’s working with the police department to possibly operate at least three community justice hubs in each part of the county – northern, central and southern. The hubs would be located in highcrime areas and would serve as sites where officers and residents can not only chat, but also host community events. “This would be like a safe haven and just another form of community policing,” she said. “The fact that [Aziz] talked about this with us and said he would like to work with the community is a plus. I’m extremely impressed with him. His background and what he has done where he came from can make people think differently about policing in Prince George’s County.” Dawn Dalton of Upper Marlboro, whose son experienced an assault by Prince George’s police in 2010, wants to give Aziz a chance. “I believe he has an opportunity to be a good chief and really create change,” she said. “With the right people sitting across the table from him, he’ll understand we’re not asleep at the wheel.” WI Twitter: @jabariwi
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Resident: Prince George’s Food ‘Service Keeps Me Going’ William J. Ford WI Staff Writer
Barbara Johnson recalled when she walked outside of a laundromat last year where a member of Union Bethel AME Church greeted her with an invitation to take free food home. Johnson said the church providing food “helps me out a whole lot being on Social Security” and receiving $27 a month in food stamps. The church provided the widow of two adult sons two days of meals Saturday, July 24 that included fruit, vegetables, bread, ground beef and pork chops. “I’m elderly, so this service by the church keeps me going. I call [the church members] God’s angels,” said Johnson, who lives near the church in Temple Hills. “This helps me out a whole lot.” Johnson remains one the thousands of Prince George’s County residents in the majority Black jurisdiction labeled “food insecure” that is, lacking resources to provide affordable and healthy food options. The coronavirus pandemic increased hunger by 50% while an estimated 211,000 children went without consistent nutritious meals in the D.C. region, according to the Capital Area Food Bank which ranks Prince George’s County first in the region for food insecurity. A Food Equity Council, established in 2013, seeks to promote local farmers markets, collaborating with food service providers and working with county leaders to boost the county’s food system. The council met virtually Tuesday, July 27 to outline strategies so more residents receive access to healthy food options. Last week, during a public ceremony, Washington Gas invested $315,000 for three refrigerated trailers to store fruits, vegetables and dairy products as a way to preserve and reduce food waste. The company teamed up with the Council and they have placed the trailers in Lanham, Landover and Brandywine. Nonetheless, there still remains a need for more food options. In addition, the Council’s work includes connecting with a county Climate Action Commission. Among their goals -- to provide recommendations to improve the environment which include pro-
moting a healthy food system. Before the commission presents a final plan to County Council by Sept. 30, the equity council has several proposed actions such as: • County government should create a food policy director position to coordinate emergency food assistance, secure grants and other efforts. • Shift to a more “climate-friendly diet” and reduce emissions by 25%. • Adopt a Good Food Purchasing program and incorporate into county agencies with a similar service done in neighboring Washington, D.C. (Visit: https://goodfoodcities.org/ portfolio/washington-dc) One question surfaced about how to make community gardens sustainable. Marci LeFevre, who works for the city of Hyattsville’s Community Services, said one way to keep local gardens afloat would be to partner with the schools. She mentioned an urban gardening project in D.C. called “City Blossoms, www.cityblossoms. org, where students maintain gardens throughout the city.
5 Members of Union Bethel AME Church in Temple Hills prepare to load food into a vehicle’s trunk during a food distribution event July 24. (Robert R. Roberts/The Washington Informer)
A Food Equity Council... seeks to promote local farmers markets, collaborating with food service providers and working with county leaders to boost the county’s food system. “They use the produce from the gardens and herbs and flowers,” she said. “They sell them. They make products. They just do lovely work and I’m sure others can learn from them.” Still, the council doesn’t just focus on food-related matters. It will host a COVID-19 food provider assistance call Thursday, Aug. 5 with county and nonprofit officials during which they will give information on utility assistance, eviction prevention and changes to upcoming state laws. For more information or to register for the call, go to www.pgcfec. org. WI @jabariwill
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BUSINESS Congress Pushes to Honor All-Black Female WWII Battalion Stacy Brown WI Senior Writer They represent the “Six-Triple-Eight,” the 6888th Postal Directory Battalion, and the only all-Black and all-female group to serve overseas. The battalion served both in the U.S. and Europe where they sorted and routed mail for millions of American service members and civilians. Like most African-American war heroes, the Six-Triple-Eight never received proper recognition. But U.S. Sen. Jerry Moran, a Republican out of Kansas, has introduced legislation to award the Congressional Gold Medal to the Women’s Army Corps members. U.S. Rep. Gwen Moore, a Wisconsin Democrat, introduced companion legislation in the
House of Representatives. “These brave women and their service to our country deserve a special spot in history and I will continue to work with my colleagues to make certain the Senate does its part in honoring their service and sacrifice,” Sen. Moran stated when he introduced the measure earlier this year. Rep. Moore echoed his remarks. “Let us not forget the incredible dedication of these women, like my constituent Anna Mae Robertson, who despite facing racism, sexism and working in austere conditions in a war zone, worked day and night to support our troops with the motto, ‘No Mail, Low Morale,’” she said. The House still doesn’t have the votes to pass the companion bill but advocates remain hopeful. Of the original 855 members of the
5 Four members of the 6888th. (Photo courtesy United States Department of Defense)
Like most African-American war heroes, the Six-Triple-Eight never received proper recognition. Six-Triple-Eight, just seven remain alive. “It’s wonderful and it’s time,” said Stanley Earley III, son of late 6888th commander Lt. Col. Charity Adams Earley, in an interview on CNN this month.
“It should have happened 50, 60 years ago. But there is now the opportunity for recognition that these folks did all these things that were so important,” he said. Three years ago, a monument honoring the Six-Triple-Eight rose
in Fort Leavenworth, Kansas. The battalion earned recognition with the documentary, “The Six Triple Eight: No Mail, Low Morale.” “When they returned home, their hard work and selfless service were not recognized. As a country, we can correct this wrong, ensure their story of sacrifice is told and give these women the honor they earned by awarding a Congressional Gold Medal to these heroes,” Moore said. “I am pleased to be joined by members from both sides of the aisle, including Senator Moran and Rep. Jake LaTurner, in introducing this legislation to honor these brave veterans.” WI @StacyBrownMedia
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SCORE Aids Black Firms During COVID Era James Wright WI Staff Writer The coronavirus pandemic had an adverse effect on many Black entrepreneurs but a program designed to mentor small business firms with the help of a seasoned business executive has helped some survive and even thrive. SCORE, the nation’s largest network of volunteer, expert business mentors targeting small businesses, uses its 501(c)(3) nonprofit status to partner with the U.S. Small Business Administration to aid and advise firms at no cost. In operation since 1964, SCORE offers its clients mentoring, webinars and courses, a library of online resources and local events. Dr. Kiki Ramsey, the founder and CEO of Positive Psychology Coaching & Diversity Institute of Silver Spring, Md., said SCORE has made a difference for her during the pandemic. “I have been involved with SCORE for quite some time,” Ramsey said. “My SCORE mentor was a big help for me during the pandemic.” “COVID-19 Has Disproportionate Impact on Black Small Businesses,” according to a June 3 Forbes article that found a 40 percent decline in Black business ownership between February and April 2020—the early months of the pandemic—the largest drop of any racial and ethnic group. The article cited a report from the House Small Business Committee
that said Black businesses were less likely to handle COVID-19 mandated closures due to the lack of access to financial relief and capital. On SCORE’s website, statistics for Black versus white firms during the pandemic revealed a racial gap in accessing financial resources. Regarding new loans during the pandemic, 26.5 percent of whiteowned businesses applied and 54.2 percent were approved. In contrast, 47.7 percent of Black-owned businesses applied and only 22.3 percent were approved. As far as delays for existing loans, 19.9 percent of white businesses applied for delays and 72.4 percent were approved while 39.8 percent of Black businesses applied for delays, with only 33.6 percent approved, according to the website. Candice Stennett, vice president of marketing at SCORE, said when the pandemic set in, her organization made the necessary adjustments for its clients. “SCORE is ready to help any small business with its challenges,” Stennett said. “The pandemic created unprecedented challenges for small businesses and our mentors helped business owners try to recover. We also pivoted to help our customers. We worked with our clients to seek opportunities with relief programs where it was the PPP or other types of assistance. We helped business owners fill out the applications for the federal relief programs and we provided training for mentors to help mentees fill out the paperwork, also.”
Ramsey said her SCORE mentor helped her a great deal during the pandemic. “My mentor helped me to grow my business,” she said. “As a matter of fact, I started my second business during the pandemic. My mentor gave me tips on hiring staff, monitoring contracts and setting up the business. I was also pointed to resources to help my business.” Ramsey has a goal of generating a half of million dollars in revenue in five years. She said with SCORE’s help, her goal can be reached. She also encouraged Black entrepreneurs to tap into SCORE. “Not many Black business owners have heard of SCORE but they should check it out,” she said. “It is great for anyone who wants to succeed in business and having someone with business success advise you will increase your chance of making it.” WI @JamesDCWrighter
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Demonstrations Trigger Arrests on Capitol Hill James Wright WI Staff Writer Some of the nation’s leading Black male leaders recently demonstrated against the U.S. Senate’s lethargic approach to passing legislation protecting the right of Americans to cast a ballot unfettered. On July 22, Black Voters Matter co-founder Cliff Albright led a
rally in front of the U.S. Supreme Court Building to highlight the hundreds of voter suppression legislation in state legislatures as well as the Senate’s stalling on voting for two bills: The For the People Act and the John Lewis Voting Rights Act. Black female leaders, including Rep. Joyce Beatty (D-Ohio), the chair of the Congressional Black Caucus, were arrested on July 14
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President Joe Biden nominated eight people for U.S. Attorney across the country, including nominees for the District of Columbia and Maryland. The White House announced Monday, July 26 that each person “will be indispensable to upholding the rule of law as the top federal law enforcement officials for their district.” The nation’s 93 U.S. Attorneys lead federal prosecutions against those charged with crimes in their respective districts. Seven of Biden’s eight nominations are three women and individuals of color, including Del. Erek L. Barron, a member of the Maryland legislature since 2015 who represents the 24th legislative district in Prince George’s County. Barron, 47, of Mitchellville, earned the nomination for the District of Maryland. He didn’t respond to a phone call or email for comment Monday morning and afternoon. However, he posted a tweet Monday night thanking the president and Maryland Sens. Ben Cardin and Chris Van Hollen for their recommendation. “The distinguished career public servants in the MD U.S. Attorney’s Office are models of professionalism and, if confirmed, I would be fortunate to join them,” he wrote. If confirmed by the U.S. Senate, Barron would not only become the first Democrat to the position in Maryland in 20 years, but also the first ever African American.
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matters,” Albright said. “We haven’t had this level of attack against voting since the Reconstruction era and during the civil rights movement. This is Jim Crow 2.0. Brothers got something to say about this.” While the Democrats control the Senate, the For the People and John Lewis bills haven’t reached the Senate floor because of that chamber’s filibuster rules. Unless legislation has 60 votes to move forward in the Senate, it remains idle. Albright, his congressional allies and leaders of civil and human rights organizations have called for the filibuster to be eliminated so a vote can take place. Dr. Wes Bellamy, the former vice mayor of Charlottesville, Va., and the national co-chair of Our Black Party, echoed Albright’s call. “Our brothers are making a very bold proclamation,” Bellamy said. “Brothers are standing up for voting rights. We will not back down from this fight.” Two Black male state representatives from Texas—Ron Reynolds (D-Missouri City) and Jarvis Johnson (D-Houston)—spoke about fighting their governor Greg Abbott and Republican legislative leaders on enacting voter suppression laws. “The sisters have been phenomenal,” Reynolds said. “But we need to hear from the brothers. We must speak truth to power. We must speak out for those who cannot speak for themselves. As John
Lewis once said ‘we must make good trouble’”. Johnson said some Americans are hypocritical. When former San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick took a knee during the singing of the national anthem to protest police brutality, Johnson noted, they labeled him unpatriotic but cheered when insurrectionists attempted to take over the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6 to stop the official certification of President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris. “These insurrectionists were called patriots by some people,” Johnson said. “They are crazy.” After speaking in front of the Supreme Court building, 15 of the male leaders marched one block north to the Hart Senate Office Building to be arrested. Among those arrested were Albright, the Rev. Mark Thompson, D.C. statehood activist Ty Hobson-Powell, former NAACP president Cornell William Brooks, Color of Change president Rashad Robinson, Rep. Hank Johnson (D-Ga.) and voting rights activist W. Mondale Robinson. LaTosha Brown, who co-founded Black Voters Matter with Albright, expressed satisfaction that Black men are engaged in the voting rights fight. “We need everyone to be involved and our men will definitely make a difference,” Brown said. WI @JamesDCWrighter
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PICKS from Page 16 “It is a phenomenal appointment,” said Del. Jazz Lewis, who works with Barron and also represents the county’s 24th legislative District. “He is a fair and balanced to his approach on most things. I think he’ll bring much honor to our nation in this role. It’s a good day in Prince George’s.” Barron previously worked as a Maryland prosecutor in both the state’s attorney offices in Prince George’s County (2001 to 2004) and in Baltimore City (2004 to 2006). He served as Biden’s counsel and policy advisor when Biden worked as a senator between 2007 to 2009. During that same timeframe, Barron served in the same position to the U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee. Last year, Barron served as cochair in the Biden for Maryland campaign.
most vulnerable neighbors. He has the experience, passion, and vision needed to ensure equal justice for every Marylander.” Jonathan Lenzer currently serves as acting U.S. attorney for Maryland, who replaced Robert K. Hur. Hur, the first Asian American appointed to the position, announced in February he would step down after nearly three years. He was nominated by former President Donald Trump. The other seven nominees at https://bit.ly/3y5qIw8 include Matthew M. Graves received the nod for U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia, where he serves as a partner at DLA Piper, which has an office in Northwest and headquartered in London. Another nominee, Zachary A. Myers, has worked as an assistant U.S. attorney in Maryland in Balti-
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President Joe Biden nominated eight people for U.S. Attorney across the country, including nominees for the District of Columbia and Maryland. During this year’s 90-day legislative session in Annapolis, Barron sponsored several pieces of legislation that passed such as the creation of an independent Office of Inspector General for Health, a work group to study partial expungement and an equity resource program to reduce health disparities in underserved communities. He also works as a partner at the law firm of Whiteford Taylor Preston with an office in northwest D.C. “Del. Barron’s history of public service on behalf of Marylanders, his commitment to promoting good governance, and his work on criminal justice reform will serve him well as he takes on this new responsibility,” Maryland Democratic Reps. Steny Hoyer and Anthony Brown said in a joint statement. “Del. Barron is a champion of civil rights, public safety, and protections for our
more since 2014. The White House seeks to appoint Myers to serve in the Southern District of Indiana. Clifford D. Johnson received a nomination from the president to serve in the Northern District of Indiana. According to the White House, Myers and Johnson would be the first Black U.S. attorneys for their respective districts if confirmed by the Senate. “These individuals – many of whom are historic firsts – were chosen for their devotion to enforcing the law, their professionalism, their experience and credentials in this field,” the White House said, lauding the nominees’ “dedication to pursuing equal justice for all and their commitment to the independence of the Department of Justice.” WI @jabariwill, @StacyBrownMedia
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Sierra Leone Parliament Approves Bill to Ban Death Penalty Sierra Leonean lawmakers voted to abolish the death penalty Friday, July 23, becoming the latest African country to move away from capital punishment. A majority of members of parliament voted in favor of an amendment abolishing the death penalty, according to an AFP journalist who was present in the chamber. Capital punishment will be replaced with life imprisonment or a minimum 30-year jail term for crimes such as murder or mutiny. No execution has taken place in the country since 1998, and death sentences have often been commuted. But Sierra Leone, which is still recovering after decades of civil war, has frequently come under fire from rights groups for keeping capital punish-
ment on the books. In May, Deputy Justice Minister Umaru Napoleon Koroma announced that the government would move to ban the death penalty to "uphold the fundamental human rights of Sierra Leoneans.” During a lively debate in the 146-legislature on Friday, Mathew Nyumah, the parliamentary leader of the ruling Sierra Leone People's Party, urged MPs to vote for abolition. "Please understand this is something we are sacrificing to meet international best practice," he said. President Julius Maada Bio must still sign off on the abolition voted by parliament before it becomes law. The president thanked citizens MPs and rights groups in a statement on social media after the vote, saying they had "steadfastly stood with us to make history". The vote in Sierra Leone comes as the use of capital punishment has been falling across the African continent, and more countries have been outlawing the practice. A truth and reconciliation commission set up in 2005 to investigate the brutal conflict recommended abolishing the death penalty, calling it "an affront to civilized society." SOURCE: AFP WI
caribbean now Jamaican Agriculture Minister Urges Farmers to Utilize Climate Smart Technology Jamaican Minister of Agriculture and Fisheries Floyd Green is encouraging farmers to utilize more climate-smart technology and practices in order to minimize crop loss from more frequent and extreme weather events. 5 Minister of Agriculture and Fisheries, Hon. Floyd He said that as a small island developing state, Jamaica is very suscepGreen (third left), looks at sweet peppers and cherry tomatoes being shown to him by farmers Kerise Mighty tible to the effects of climate change. “We have seen it; no one has to convince us in agriculture about the (second right) and Charles Townsend (right), during a realities of the longer dry periods, shorter and more intense rainy periods tour of the Greenhouse Cluster and Water Harvesting P that come with increased flooding,” he noted. roject at Content in Williamsfield, Manchester on July 22. “We have to move from open field agriculture to protected agriculture, so that we can maximize the land space we have and use up reclaimed lands such as mined-out bauxite lands that are not being used,” Green added. He was speaking during a tour of the Greenhouse Cluster and Water Harvesting Project in Williamsfield, Manchester, on Thursday, July 22. The farmers, who are cultivating vegetable crops in 20 greenhouses on mined-out bauxite lands are benefiting from support under the Jamaica Social Investment Fund (JSIF) Rural Economic Development Initiative (REDI II). REDI II, which will run over the next five years, aims to improve both the agricultural and tourism sectors by enhancing access to markets and strengthening climate-resilient approaches for targeted beneficiaries. It is being with $42 million in funding from the World Bank, and involves partnership with the Jamaica Bauxite Institute (JBI) and the Rural Agricultural Development Authority (RADA). WI
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HEALTH Suspect Arrested in Virginia for Black Trans Murder in Maryland By William J. Ford WI Staff Writer A grand jury in Prince George’s County indicted District Heights man for the murder of Tavahn “Taya” Ashton, a 20-year-old Black transgender woman. Prince George’s County State’s Attorney Aisha Braveboy said DeAllen Davonta Price, 27, will be charged with murder and other offenses.
CLIMATE from Page 12 ciate director of the county’s Department of Environment and commission chair, said both can help make communities “sustainable” and “economically vibrant.” The climate commission reviewed data Friday, July 23 that showed the combined forest and tree canopy coverage at 52% with a goal to increase that percentage in the next 14 years. Between 2014 to 2081, data showed a 4 percent decrease in tree canopy equating to 7,114 acres. Some of the tree canopy maps drawn during the same timeframe highlight the “developing” areas for future homes and businesses along the Interstate 95 corridor in the central and parts of the southern part of the county. It also includes the Laurel area that borders Anne Arundel, Howard and Montgomery counties. Commission members said trees provide natural barriers, reduce the amount of stormwater runoff and help moderate temperatures, especially in urban communities with fewer trees. In terms of healthy communities, Prince George’s ranked 14th
If convicted, Price faces life in prison for shooting Ashton in her Suitland apartment July 17. “Our homicide unit within the [police] department…was able to really solve this homicide pretty quickly and that’s why we were able to indict him pretty quickly,” Braveboy said Tuesday, July 27 outside the Prince George’s courthouse in Upper Marlboro. According to court documents, out of Maryland’s 24 counties based on the U.S News and World Reports’ fourth annual Healthiest Communities Rankings at www. usnews.com/news/healthiest-communities/rankings. The report, released July 1, focuses on nearly 3,000 counties on 84 indicators through 10 categories such as food and nutrition, the environment and population health. Gary Allen, one of the 16 commission members and president of the Maryland Forestry Foundation, said there remains a conflict between local and environmental objectives. In addition, Allen said more updated information should be presented to show if more trees continue to be eradicated for residential and commercial development. “My intent as a commissioner is to be bolder in our recommendations . . . and to frame those recommendations around a no net loss goal,” he said. “I think in the next 60 days we’re going to have to think more boldly in light of the presentation we have heard [Friday].” According to the lists of recommendations at https://bit. ly/3i2AvNM, proposed ideas for
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5 Black transgender activists from Baltimore traveled to the courthouse in Upper Marlboro on July 27 to support Tavahn “Taya” Ashton. (William J. Ford/The Washington Informer)
Price traveled July 18 to Arlington County, Virginia, and police arrested him that same day. It took police the County Council include establishing a no net loss policy to create and expand existing policies for residents and businesses to plant trees in urban areas. Kim Finch, a master planner with the Maryland National Capital Park and Planning Commission, agreed with Allen in providing more up-to-date information. Finch said the agency’s assessment on tree coverage shows it slightly increased last year. A document on that will be released soon, she said. Hawkins-Nixon said the county used “a different data set and different maps” to conduct its analysis. “We’re more than happy to work with Parks and Planning to compare our assessments and find out where the sources of those discrepancies may be and how together we can come up with a set of data that we’re both comfortable with,” she said. The commission will hold another virtual meeting Aug. 19. Those who wish to listen in can register at https://bit.ly/3hZyaTK. A final Climate Action Plan must be submitted to the County Council by Sept. 30. WI @jabariwill
about two hours to arrest Price because he hid in a tunnel at the Pentagon City Metrorail station. When Price walked outside, police noticed a Gucci cross-strap bag with “distinct markings.” When Prince George’s police received the information, Ashton’s family informed authorities a similar bag was missing from her apartment. Police retrieved cell phone records and the last phone call made by Ashton was to Price. In addition, police said Price didn’t leave the area of Brooks Drive, where Ashton lived, between 11:41 p.m. July 17 until 1:10 a.m. July 18. Police found Ashton dead hours earlier around 9:52 p.m. On July 20, law enforcement authorities found a .40-caliber handgun in the same Metrorail tunnel Price hid under two days prior in Northern Virginia. After examining the gun and bullets, Prince George’s police determined Price used that gun to kill Ashton. When questioned by police, Price said he and Ashton had a threemonth relationship. As police continue to investigate the motive of the shooting, Price remains in a Virginia jail. Prince George’s police said there’s no timetable on when he would be extradited back across the border in Maryland. Karen Holmes, a Black transgender woman and transgender
advocate, said 39 Black transgender people have been killed this year nationwide. In comparison, 44 died last year. “We’re going to be past that number later this year,” she said. Holmes said she’s working with the federal Department of Justice’s Community Relation Services to bridge the transgender community with law enforcement. “We want to do training with law enforcement officers to identify things such as property pronoun when they pull us over,” she said. “That helps to ensure a person is identified correctly.” Four transgender activists traveled from Baltimore City to attend Tuesday’s press conference in Upper Marlboro in support of Ashton. Iya Dammons, executive director of Baltimore Safe Haven, has a message for Prince George’s and other local and state officials to help Black trans women survive. Dammons mentioned two shot and killed in the county two years ago: Zoe Spears, 23, and Ashanti Carmon, 27. “We are out here every day fighting for our lives. Where are the resources for people who look like me?” she said. “Everybody will come out for me when I’m dead and throw me my roses, but what happens when I’m alive? Do what it takes to [help] me survive…and the generation that comes behind me.” WI Twitter: @jabariwill
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COVID 19 from Page 1 variant may be contagious to spread the virus to others in rare occasions. “This new science is worrisome and unfortunately warrants an update to our recommendations. First we continue to strongly encourage everyone to get vaccinated. Getting vaccinated continues to prevent severe illness, hospitalization, and death even with Delta. It also helps reduce the spread of the virus in our community,” said Dr. Rochelle P. Walensky, Director, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The CDC now recommends that students in K-12 wear masks at school regardless of their vaccination status. It is also recommended that students, teachers and visitors be vaccinated as well. Those who are unvaccinated are still recommended to wear their mask in public settings. The D.C. Health Department released information about breakthrough COVID-19 cases for those who are fully vaccinated along with additional information on the Delta variant that is circulating the world. Breakthrough cases are cases where people who have been fully vaccinated have tested positive for Covid-19. Currently, 83 percent of Covid-19 cases in the U.S. are of the Delta variant. Within the region, which spans up to Pennsylvania and includes West Virginia, 45 percent of Covid-19 cases are attributed to the Delta variant. In D.C. however, only 1 percent of cases are attribut-
ed to the Delta variant. The CDC identifies breakthrough cases based on if people have been hospitalized and/or died and receives this information from health departments around the country. The D.C. health department stated that there have not been any reports of breakthrough cases for anyone under the age of 18. Most of the spread of Covid-19 is done by those who are unvaccinated. “It is absolutely expected that there are breakthrough cases with any vaccine. No vaccine is 100 percent effective and we know this coming in,” said Dr. Ankoor Shah, Principal Senior Deputy Director at the D.C. Department of Health. As of mid-July, a total of 375,988 people were vaccinated in D.C. and there have been only 200 breakthrough cases, meaning only 0.05 percent of people who were fully vaccinated have experienced a breakthrough case. In the department’s demographic breakdown, it showed that African Americans had more breakthrough cases than any other racial group. African Americans make up 46.5 percent of breakthrough cases compared to Whites being 35.5 percent , Other/Multi-racial being 8 percent , Unknown being 6 percent and Asians being 4 percent. This information was retrieved by samples of 1,613 D.C. residents that have tested positive for Covid-19. Data was given by D.C. Department of Health. WI
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EDUCATION Homeschooling Surge in the District Changes Education Landscape Sam P.K. Collins WI Staff Writer The pandemic inspired, or in many cases compelled, families in the D.C. metropolitan area and beyond to cut ties with the traditional school system. As a result of the dramatic departure, veteran homeschool parents like DeLise Bernard became guides into a world that has been misunderstood, and to a degree shunned, for many years. As public and public charter schools gear up for the return to in-person learning in the fall, Bernard said she continues to come across parents who, out of concern about the current public health landscape, want to either start or continue the homeschooling journey. For this growing group of families, it has become a matter of protecting their young ones. “People are being vigilant about the Delta variant and the CDC regulations. They’re already asking what activities we are doing, or if anyone has heard of any programs opening up,” Bernard said. Bernard, a mother of three and a veteran homeschool parent for more than a decade, launched “Surviving Homeschool” not long after the public and public charter schools transitioned to virtual learning amid the pandemic. “Surviving Homeschool” is now an online community of more than 8,500 families across the U.S. sharing educational resources, virtual courses and coaching techniques. It serves as a reliable resource about homeschooling intricacies, including setting a schedule, choosing curricula and seeking out academically enriching activities. As inquiries among families increased throughout much of the summer, Bernard dedicated much of her
time to flooding the “Surviving Homeschool” site with more resources. She also collaborated with the Sankofa Homeschool Community and Collective, and other local cooperatives, to find more families to serve. “We’re going to look for a high number of homeschoolers because of the inconsistency we’re getting from the Centers for Disease Control and American Academy of Pediatrics on masking,” Bernard told The Informer. “All the coops are seeing people, asking questions and starting to participate.”
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Homeschooling jumped among Black families in the U.S. from 3.3 percent in the first week of April 2020 to 16.6. percent by mid-October, according to Census data. Families made the transition for various reasons, including health concerns, their children’s special needs and the desire for cultural competency. At this juncture in the homeschool movement, Bernard and other D.C.based homeschool parents have set their sights on the Office of the State Superintendent of Education [OSSE]. They’re hoping the agency will update policies to meet the needs of a populace that has reached nearly 800 over the last 18 months. Under OSSE regulations, parents deciding to homeschool must submit a form to the agency affirming their intentions at least 16 days before making that transition. Each year, homeschool parents are then subjected to a portfolio review. They must show OSSE that their child is learning and receiving grades for writing, mathematics and the other core subjects. Due to the flexibility allowed, many homeschool families often facilitate instruction via museum trips, camps, and hands-on activities that reinforce mastery of the core subjects.
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5 (L-R) Rielle and Rahsaan Bernard, Jr. enjoy the homeschool experience while out and about in Downtown D.C. (Sam P.K. Collins/The Washington Informer)
While she has no objections to the homeschool portfolio review process, Bernard expressed concern that homeschoolers don’t have access to tax-payer-funded special education services. Additionally, homeschool students approaching high school age find difficulty participating in athletics and dual enrollment college programs available to their public and public charter school counterparts. On July 14, Bernard and other members of D.C.’s homeschool community spoke before the D.C. State Board of Education [SBOE] about this dilemma. The meeting counted as the first time in nearly 15 years that SBOE revisited homeschooling in the District. Parents who spoke that evening espoused the need for other institutions to recognize and support them, even mentioning other cities where parents received direct financial support for their endeavors. Ward 8 SBOE Representative Dr. Carlene Reid told The Informer that the meeting hinted at the need for homeschooling support. She said parents spoke about access to special education resources, dual enrollment and supplemental learning opportunities where homeschoolers could interact with their public and public charter school peers through community partnerships. “The homeschooling numbers show that parents see that our education system doesn’t meet a certain need and they have the desire to cater education how they see fit in their households,” Reid said.
HOMESCHOOL PARENTS PULL TOGETHER
For 20 years, Monica Utsey has taken the responsibility of teaching her children into her own hands. Her ultimate goal involved providing an education that affirmed her children’s African identity. Along the way, Utsey connected with like-minded mothers with whom she formed the Southern D.C. chapter of Mocha Moms and eventually the Sankofa Homeschool Community and Collective. Years before COVID-19 brought life to a standstill, the Sankofa Homeschool Collective, an African-centered homeschool community for families of the African diaspora, operated out of Adinkra Arts Studio in Mt. Rainier, Md. In the fall of 2019, the collective moved its activities to the Ft. Chaplin Community Center in Northeast. Throughout the pandemic, Utsey also collaborated with parents across the Atlantic to launch a homeschool network for Black families repatriating to Ghana. Utsey’s sons joined legions of Black children that studied core subjects along with a tailor-made curriculum that included Pan-African history, indigenous African languages and drumming. Enrichment activities exposed them to historically and culturally significant parts of the D.C. metropolitan area. Utsey’s older son, Zion, even took classes at the University of the District of Columbia [UDC] under a dual-en-
rollment program through which he received a dozen college credits. However, that experience culminated in a situation that Utsey recounted to the State Board earlier this month when speaking about inequities in the treatment of homeschoolers. In 2019, upon receiving a full scholarship to UDC, Zion Utsey and another homeschool student found out that their homeschool education wouldn’t suffice in the eyes of UDC’s admissions department. They instead would need to produce a GED. In response, Zion, who’s now a fullfledged lyricist and producer, enrolled at Prince George’s Community College. Utsey recounted similar challenges years ago, attempting to enroll her younger son Ayinde in a taxpayer-funded reading program at a local school. She said she relied on her network of homeschool parents for alternatives when that didn’t pan out. This upcoming school year, Ayinde, who took an IT certification course with Urban Ed, will continue to explore writing and mathematics through the prism of entrepreneurship as he expands his African apparel business. “I’m sure that some people believe that children are being deprived or parents are holding them hostage,” Utsey said. “We’re individual parents. What we have done is band together through Sankofa to share resources, teach and help one another. That’s how we help each other and help parents who are interested in homeschooling.” WI @SamPKCollins
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D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser and DCPS Chancellor Lewis Ferebee recently announced a proposal to rename West Elementary School in Northwest to John Lewis Elementary School in honor of the late congressman. Lewis, who died in July 2020, was a staunch supporter of D.C. statehood. “John Lewis embodied what it
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meant to be an American hero – dedicating his life, and even sacrificing his body, to the fight for justice, equal rights and a better America,” Bowser said in a statement. “As we prepare to mark one year since we lost Congressman Lewis, we are proud to honor his legacy by dedicating this school and its beautiful new facility in his name. This name change is an opportunity to inspire our youngest learners, uplift our D.C. values and build on the long legacy of a beloved civil rights icon.” West Elementary School is located at 1338 Farragut Street, NW in Ward 4, and a newly-constructed building will open at the site this fall.
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Through Aug. 27, DCPS families can get free rides to select school summer meal sites with Uber vouchers. The vouchers will cover the cost of rides to and from eight meal sites across the District. “DCPS prioritizes the well-being of our students,” Chancellor Lewis Fere-
CPS is moving its email, text message and newsletter subscriptions from “GovDelivery” to “SchoolMessenger.” The move offers a better effort to streamline communications among families, students, and staff. To continue receiving notifications, set up a contact preference profile using SchoolMessenger’s website by Aug. 1 to allow control of the different ways participants prefer to be contacted. SchoolMessengr also works like a mailbox, providing a place to review messages that may have missed. Follow these steps to create an account through the secure SchoolMessenger website.
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5 A proposal has been presented by D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser and Chancellor Lewis Ferebee to rename West Elementary School in honor of the late Congressman John Lewis. (Photo courtesy dc.gov)
bee said in a statement. “By providing free transportation for District families to grab-and-go meal distribution locations, we’re ensuring every child has food on the table and one less ob-
stacle on their way to their academic success.” Uber ride credits can be redeemed on the free rides which will be in operation from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Monday
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PGCPS will accept student transfer requests for the 2021-22 school year from 8 a.m., July 26 through 11:59 p.m., Aug. 13. Parents and guardians of students currently enrolled at a PGCPS school can submit transfer requests electronically through the SchoolMax Family Portal. Portal access is limited to parents and legal guardians who must have an active SchoolMax Family Portal account (username and password). Parents and legal guardians of students who are not currently enrolled but have a student identification number, can request a student transfer form by sending an email to Student.Transfers@pgcps.org or contacting the office at 301-567-8751.
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5 Throughout the summer, PGCPS will be hosting groundbreaking ceremonies for six new schools. (Photo courtesy PGCPS)
Schools CEO Monica Goldson has announced plans for the 2021-22 academic year which will welcome most students back to classrooms this fall for full-time, in-person learning. Meanwhile, families who intend to apply for the K-6 virtual learning program or the “7-12 Online Campus” should be aware of key dates and deadlines.
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PGCPS’ meals program will operate through Wednesday, Aug. 18. “Grab and Go” breakfast and lunch meal packages will be available from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Mondays and Wednesdays at more than 60 schools. Students attending in-school summer programs will receive breakfast and lunch. Several Prince George’s County Memorial Library locations will also offer free lunch to children under the age of 18 weekdays from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. through Aug. 20.
BREAKING NEW GROUND
Throughout the summer, PGCPS will be hosting groundbreakings for six new schools, including a new Adelphi-area middle school, replacements for Drew-Freeman, Hyattsville, Kenmoor and Walker Mill Middle Schools, and a new Southern Area K-8 school.
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through Friday. Families who need support scheduling a ride to a DCPS meal site can email food.dcps@k12.dc.gov.
BACK-TO-SCHOOL IMMUNIZATIONS
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser and DC Health are reminding families to schedule well-child visits to ensure students are caught up on required immunizations. Currently, the COVID-19 vaccine is strongly recommended for all students 12 and older but is not considered a required immunization. Beginning in September, students and families will be able to schedule appointments to receive their required immunizations through vaccinate. dc.gov. Appointments can be made at participating DCPS and public charter school locations. Families can also visit vaccinate.dc.gov to sign up to receive updates about immunization appointments.
WALK-UP VACCINATION SITES
Anyone age 12 and older can claim their free COVID-19 vaccine at D.C.’s walk-up vaccination sites that include: •Anacostia High School, Tuesday-Thursday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturday from 12 noon to 5 p.m. •Ida B. Well Middle School, Wednesday – Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. •Dorothy Height/Benning Library, Tuesday and Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Thursday from 12 noon. to 6 p.m. and Saturday from 12 noon. to 5 p.m. WI
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EDITORIAL
Biles Gave Up One for the Team
Simone Biles, “the Greatest Olympic Athlete of all Time” [GOAT], suddenly decided this week that enough was enough. After an unremarkable performance at the 2021Tokyo Olympics in the women’s team gymnastics event, she announced she would withdraw from the competition and later confirmed she would withdraw from the games completely. The announcement shocked sports enthusiasts and her fans around the world who were already beginning to judge her performance. It was clear that the presence of mind and the ability to repeat the skills that earned her 30 Olympic and World Champion medals were missing. She knew it and we observed it. She was not her competitive self. But then again, she was. Deep inside, Biles seemed to ask herself, “Who should win this time?” And, in her statement to her teammates, it was clear she knew the best thing to do was to step aside and let the team of eventual winners move forward. Jordan Chiles, Suni Lee and Grace McCallum — yes, let’s say their names — went on to win the silver medal for the U.S. With her, they may have won a gold medal for the U.S. once again, or maybe not. We’ll never know. What we know, and can agree with Biles, is that this has been a very stressful year, unlike any we have ever seen. And for athletes who spend their lifetimes preparing for world competitions, especially the Olympics, the stress is unimaginable. In addition, o that, Biles has been leading the charge as a spokesperson against sexual abuse, which she and other women athletes experienced from their coaches. Still, she isn’t convinced the Olympic committee is doing enough address it. We commend and celebrate Biles for knowing and accepting her limits. Everything she does are lessons to us all. Be your best. Give your all. Support the team. Take care of your body. Listen to your mind. Be honest with yourself and others. And, celebrate the victories, even when it’s not yours. WI
Biles Reminds Us That, Unlike Machines, We All Require Time to Rest, Repair and Reflect As the world continues to weigh in on Simone Biles’s sudden departure from the Olympics, there’s one thing that few people have taken the time to consider. Biles said the following while explaining her decision and how her concern over her mental health had prompted the move. “I have to do what’s right for me,” she told reporters. As she shared more, she also talked about the stress of the Olympics, the difficulty in preparing for the competition over the past year and how her life had been changed drastically because of new ways of living that have impacted us all due to COVID-19. She also mentioned how much she has missed her family and friends who were unable to attend the Tokyo Olympics due to safety precautions related to the virus. However, Biles is not alone nor is she an anomaly. We have all been impacted and forced to change our normal routines and adapt almost daily to new ways of just being in order to remain alive and healthy. We miss our family and friends. We struggle over being alone and isolated. Perhaps we should all do what Biles has had the strength, wisdom and courage to do – examine our lives, our health, both physical and mental, and determine what’s best for each of us. Over the past year or so, Zoom meetings have moved from optional to required. Workdays, once 9 to 5, never seem to end. Vacations seem to be a four-letter word. And, instead of taking a few moments to call co-workers, family members or friends, we now rely on texting. At the same time, when we text, we expect an immediate reply to our comments, questions or concerns. We fail to consider what the other party is doing, nor do we seem to even care. In addition, few Americans have concerns over delays with the U.S. postal system. After all, there’s always email. Again, when we email others, we find ourselves frustrated or outright angry when we do not receive an immediate reply. Didn’t you see my
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Jeni Ballum Washington, D.C. email? we ask with impudence. Simone Biles decided to take time for herself. She realized that in this hustle and bustle that has become the norm in the new age of COVID-19, that it’s important to stop, to pause, to rest, to reflect – to smell the roses that are around us. We hope that more people will heed the warning issued by Biles, Naomi Osaka and other high profile individuals. At the same time, just examine your own pace that you’ve been following
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over the past year. Technological advances have increased the pace for all of us. But we are not machines. And because we are only human, we need to recognize that every now and then, it’s essential to simply exhale. After all, there’s always tomorrow. Unless, you’re unable to face that tomorrow with all cylinders on go because you’re burned out from trying to keep up with the machines of the world. WI
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OPINIONS/EDITORIALS Guest Columnist
Julianne Malveaux
Black Women and the Pay Gap — We Do What We Have to Do
It takes Black women until August 3, or 19 months, to earn what a white man earns in a year. Most years, Pay Equity Day happens in March (this year on March 24), when ALL women must work to make as much as white men. Ain't I a woman, though. It takes me five months to catch up with white women. Too often, this fact is ignored, but this year, the National Council of Negro Women and others are reminding the
nation that Black Women's Pay Equity Day is as important as any other recognition of pay inequities. There is a level at which this is acutely personal to me. My mom, Proteone Marie Alexandria Malveaux, made her transition on June 17 and was funeralized on July 24. She was a phenomenal woman, and she was, always, a worker. Although she had studied music and had an undergraduate and graduate degree in social work, she was also a teacher, professor, entrepreneur and legal assistant. I've talked about all these things when I
talk about my mother, but I rarely talk about the several years she spent as a postal clerk and what I learned from that. My parents had one of those "rocky road" divorces that involved intense disputes about money. We couldn't live on what Mom earned as a teacher (remember, in the early 1960s, teachers, mostly women, had earnings considered "supplemental income," especially if they were married). So she got a better paying job at the post office (as filmmaker Robert Townsend said, "there is always work at the post office").
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Working at the post office stretched her (and me, as her eldest) in all kinds of ways. Her shift required her to leave the house before day in the morning, 4 or 5. I woke up to lock the door was "in charge" until all five of us got out of the door. I didn't mind. I had quiet time in the house to myself; occasionally I snooped through mom's papers, and I might fry myself up some potatoes before the others got up for their cereal. Still, I can't forget how hard mom struggled to pass the postal exam. Back before computers and scanners, postal clerks had to con-
nect an address with a zip code. Many people didn't put their zip code on their mail, but the clerks had to know it and pass a test to show it. We spent some evenings drilling Mom on addresses and zip codes, over and over again, until she passed with a score high enough to earn a raise. When I was in my 20s and studying women and work, Proteone told me that she could say a few things about work. She shared about working as a maid with a family with a rather handsy pa-
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Rev. Jesse L. Jackson Sr.
It's Time for Patriots to Stand Up
America's democracy is under assault — systematic, unrelenting and unhinged. The assault is waged by one party — the Republican Party. It is largely driven by the lies and racism of Donald Trump, who simply will not accept that he lost the last election. To deny that unacceptable reality, Trump has spread — and Repub-
lican officials across the country have echoed — utterly fraudulent claims of fraud to justify measures to make voting more difficult. These are passed by partisan legislatures and designed — often "surgically designed," as a federal court found in North Carolina — to suppress the votes of African Americans. Latinos and the young. Republicans have introduced voting restrictions in states across the country — and 25 new restrictions have been enacted. For Republican
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officials, the motivation is often cynical: They believe they have to attract Donald Trump supporters to stay in office, and so they echo his lies, and vie to show that they are working to change voter laws. After the passage of the Voting Rights Act in 1965, the Justice Department and the federal courts would have reviewed these laws and overturned many of them. Now, however, the right-wing majority on the Supreme Court has effectively disemboweled the
Voting Rights Act, limiting the ability of lower courts to protect democratic elections. The big lie is enforced by venom and threat. Election officials — both Republican and Democratic — face death threats. In Arizona, Katie Hobbs, the state's democratic elections official, was recently provided with a state security unit after being threatened for criticizing the preposterous partisan "audit" taking place in Maricopa County. As Colorado's Secretary of
State Jena Griswold summarized, "Elected officials really embraced the use of lies to try to manipulate American voters." The lies are creating violence. The lies are creating threats." Trump has argued that fraud took place only in states that he lost, not in states that he won. Without evidence, he fingers urban counties and cities — Atlanta, Philadelphia, Detroit, Maricopa County — as cesspools of election
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Marc H. Morial
State Of Black America 2021: A Path Forward as Nation Emerges From 'Three Pandemics'
"Building a fair, representative democracy is how we achieve long-term advances on issues from employment to education, from health care to housing, and from civil rights to criminal justice. It’s how we count every vote — and make every vote count. It is how we advance equality, opportunity, and justice in areas where too many Americans are still let down, left
out, and left behind. The job before us will not be easy; it never has been. But our aims are worth fighting for … Make no mistake, we have the capacity to repair our country and forge a nation that recognizes the dignity of every human being and that finally makes real the promise of America." — Former U. S. Attorney General Eric Holder, chairman of National Democratic Redistricting Committee, 2021 State of Black America
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Few events have shaped American history and our national perspective on racial inequity as profoundly as the grief, civil unrest, and economic devastation brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic. The pandemic didn’t simply unmask the stark racial inequities in our economic, health care and criminal justice systems and institutions — revealing not one but three pandemics, The National Urban League’s
2021 State of Black America report — "The New Normal: Diverse, Equitable & Inclusive," released July 15 — charts a path forward as the nation emerges from these three pandemics. The United States in 2021 finds itself at crossroads of racial reckoning. One path leads backward, toward the "old normal:" a return to the marginalization, discrimination, and segregation that left Black and brown Americans exceptional-
ly vulnerable to a deadly virus and economic desperation. The other path leads toward a "new normal": a nation where police approach the communities they serve as allies and collaborators, and not hostile combatants; where every citizen has equal access to the ballot box, where fatal complications in pregnancy are just as rare for Black mothers as for as white mothers, where the
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OPINIONS/EDITORIALS Guest Columnist
A. Peter Bailey
The Real Deal at Thomas Jefferson High School
In a recent Wall Street Journal opinion column titled "A PTA Purge of Asians," William McGurn wrote that the PTA of Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology, located in Arlington, Va., had created ways designed to lessen the number of Asian American students. Their goal, he wrote, is to create more "diversity" at a high school which was selected as the
number one public high school in the country by US News and World Report. McGurn also wrote, "In December the County School Board changed its admission process, replacing a rigorous race-blind entrance exam with a 'holistic' (read subjective) formula that includes grades but also puts caps on the number of students each middle school can send to TJ—a de facto limit on middle schools with high numbers of Asian American students." As a result, he continued, "the
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percentage of Asian American students to TJ dropped to 54 percentage this year from 73 percentage last year. Whites, blacks [note the b in the noun Blacks is lower case] and Latinos all saw the numbers go up." Two days later, a Wall Street Journal editorial, "Parents Vs. the New Racism," included the following: "Americans are awakening to the reality that … today's Progressives want to discriminate by race. If black and Latino children are not scoring high enough on competitive exams to get into the best public high schools, the Progressives' an-
swer isn't to lift achievement or improve K-8 schools. Their answer is to suppress merit — and deny seats to Asian Americans in particular. The main result is more bitterness resentment and racial division." Most people reading that commentary will believe that the admission changes cited by McGurn and the editorial writer were made to increase the number of Black students at TJ. Nothing is further from the truth. Those changes were made to increase the white enrollment at TJ, which for most of its long history was overwhelmingly white. When
I lectured there in the early 1990s, there were very few Black students among those in attendance. That's why the admission changes for TJ, had little, if anything to do with increasing Black enrollment. They were made to increase white enrollment by any means necessary. McGurn and the editorial writer from the Wall Street Journal both misinformed readers in their coverage of the controversy. As for the huge decline in white enrollment at TJ, it's a classic situation of the chickens coming home to roost. WI
Ben Jealous
Whitewashing History and Suppressing Voters Go Hand in Hand
There's been a lot of news about the Democratic legislators in Texas who fled the state to prevent Republicans from pushing through sweeping new voter suppression laws. Gov. Greg Abbott has threatened to have them arrested to force them to attend a special session of the state legislature. Now it turns out that voter suppression is not the only "spe-
cial" project Abbott has in mind. He and his fellow Republicans are pushing a far-reaching "memory law" that would limit teaching about racism and civil rights. Abbott already signed a bill last month restricting how racism can be taught in Texas schools. But he and other Republicans in the state don't think it went far enough. The Republican-dominated state-Senate has voted to strip a requirement that white supremacy be taught as morally wrong. Also on the chopping
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block: requirements that students learn about civil rights activists Frederick Douglass, Susan B. Anthony, Martin Luther King Jr., Cesar Chavez and Dolores Huerta. It's not just Texas. Just as Republicans are pushing a wave of voter registration laws around the country, they are also pushing laws to restrict teaching about racism in our history, culture, and institutions. CNN's Julian Zelizer recently noted that such laws downplay injustices in our history
and lead to teaching "propaganda rather than history." Here's a good example: Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick said the new legislation is meant to keep students from being "indoctrinated" by the "ridiculous leftist narrative that America and our Constitution are rooted in racism." If Patrick really believes it is a "ridiculous" idea that racism was embedded in our Constitution from the start, he has already put on his own ideological blinders. And he wants to force them onto
teachers and students.
been great blessings in my life. I thrill at the unscripted spontaneity of athletics, but I shudder at the sports-booking industry which now, literally, electronically "makes bank" as hooked suckers have a chance to make bets on the outcome of literally every play during a game. The reason I still enjoy watching is the element of mind over matter, which always comes into play. Imagine the first NFL team since 1972 to go undefeated all season, right up to the Super Bowl. They would seal
their fate in history except for a series of miracle plays in 2007, which gave the New York Giants a miracle victory after receiver David Tyree literally caught a pass on his helmet, ending the historic season of the New England Patriots. It's like magic, right before our eyes. But at what price? City after city disrupts and destroys neighborhood after neighborhood in order to accommodate the
Some of these state memory laws specifically ban teaching that causes "discomfort, guilt, anguish or any other form of psychological distress on account of the individual's race or sex." As educators have noted, that's a recipe for erasing and whitewashing history. "Teachers in high schools cannot exclude the possibility that the history of slavery, lynchings
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Askia Muhammad
Olympics Have Outlived Their Mission
The one great thing I appreciate about athletic competition is the sheer meritocracy of sports. It's the way the ball bounces, so to speak. I am equally fond of sports journalism. My career was nursed all through high school in the Los Angeles Examiner's Scholastic Sports Association. My John C. Fremont Senior High School was a sports
powerhouse — football, basketball, track and field, baseball — and there I was a reporter with access to the sports section of The Morning Paper, right there on the sidelines! My high school buddy Richard Stebbins won a gold medal (Men's 4X100 relay) in the 1964 Tokyo Olympics. Awesome! But by the time I arrived on campus at San Jose State University, my ardor for sports had begun to cool, even though I was attending the most envied track and field power-
house in the world. In 1968, I was a schoolmate of Tommie Smith and John Carlos, who famously protested on the medal stand at the 1968 Mexico Olympics, rather than choosing to boycott as did future superstar Lew Alcindor (later known as Kareem Abdul-Jabbar). Later, I came to know and even travel occasionally with Muhammad Ali, light heavyweight boxing gold medalist at the 1960 Rome Games. So, sports and the Olympics have
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LIFESTYLE Marlon Wayans and Jennifer Hudson Burn Up the Screen in Aretha Franklin Biopic ‘Respect’ Features Stellar Cast and the Unforgettable Music of ‘The Queen of Soul’ D. Kevin McNeir WI Senior Editor After several revised release dates because of the pandemic, the wait for the highly-anticipated biopic on the life of the Queen of Soul has finally come to an end. The movie, “Respect,” directed by Liesl Tommy and featuring Jennifer Hudson in the lead role as Aretha Franklin, premieres in theaters across the U.S. on Aug. 13.
MGM has already released several exciting trailers of the film, further heightening expectations among fans of the Queen. But after recently attending a private screening at the Regal Gallery & 4DX movie theater in Northwest, this writer found himself temporarily speechless. Yes, it’s that good. Hudson remains a formidable actress and holds her own in her portrayal of the talented diva – a
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child prodigy whose life included many examples of both tremendous triumphs and heart-breaking tragedies. Far from attempting to mimic Franklin’s God-given voice, Hudson employs her own style while beautifully rendering the songs which Franklin immortalized within the American songbook including: “Think;” “(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman;” and “Respect,” Franklin’s breakthrough song on which she and her sisters collaborated bringing a unique sound to the Otis Redding classic. Among the cast, Skye Dakota Turner portrays the young Aretha with Forest Whitaker capturing the essence of Aretha’s father, the Rev. C.L. Franklin. But for this writer’s money, the real surprise came with the brilliant portrayal by Marlon Wayans of Aretha’s often volatile but smooth as silk, former husband and manager, Ted White. Marc Maron also does a credible job as Atlantic Records producer Jerry Wexler. The film counts as the second, high-profile project about Aretha Franklin this year, coming on the heels of the National Geographic television series “Genius: Aretha,” released in March. British actress Cynthia Erivo, who starred as Aretha in “Genius,” recently learned that her performance has garnered
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Hudson remains a formidable actress and holds her own in her portrayal of the talented diva... her a nomination for an Emmy for best actress in a limited or anthology series or movie. Many believe that Hudson will score an Oscar nomination for her work in “Respect.” “Respect” focuses on Franklin’s early years, including her childhood, her formative years in the church and her breakthrough to fame in 1967 with the story continuing through the early 1970s. Tommy said she sought to capture the defining experiences in the young singer’s journey while removing the curtain on her private persona. “When I dove into the things we don’t know about her, what came to me is this should be the story of a young woman with the greatest
voice in the world fighting to find her own voice,” Tommy shared with reporters several weeks ago. The film runs several hours but you probably won’t notice. But rest assured. Before it’s over, you’ll find yourself snapping your fingers, singing along and perhaps even dancing in the aisles while trying to remember where you were when you first heard the golden voice of the Queen of Soul. Unfortunately, the Queen’s life ended Aug. 16, 2018 after she lost a valiant fight against pancreatic cancer. But what an amazing gift Aretha Franklin left for us and for future generations to enjoy – her music. For those who want to know more about the early years of Aretha’s life and her rise to stardom, you may want to read “Aretha, From These Roots,” written by Franklin with David Ritz, published in 1999. In the final pages of her autobiography, Franklin shares the following thoughts: “I’ve been called a diva, queen diva, diva supreme and I love it,” she writes. “However, that’s really for others to decide, not me . . . God has been so good to me; my life has been and is rewarding, exciting and creative. And surely the best is yet to come.” “There are many songs that I want to sing. And sing . . . And sing . . . And sing . . .” WI
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USA Rugby to Host Legendary New Zealand All Blacks in D.C., Oct. 23 he said. “The opportunity to host the iconic New Zealand All Blacks for the The U.S. Men’s National Rug- first time ever in our nation’s capital by Team, The Eagles, will host the alongside USA Rugby will showcase most successful rugby team on the Washington, DC as a dynamic, global planet, the New Zealand All Blacks, for sports destination to the world. Togeththe first time ever in the District when er with our partners at Old Glory DC, they square off on Sat. Oct. 23 in the we look forward to attracting more inaugural 1874 Cup, at FedExField. It world-class rugby to our nation’s capital will be the first time the All Blacks have including the Rugby World Cup.” played in the U.S. since 2016. “This is a landmark announcement The 1874 Cup references the for our organization, as it marks the year rugby was first played in the U.S., first step in our commitment to host a collegiate match between McGill and the globally captivating sport of rugby, Harvard University. The 1874 Cup cel- along with the millions of fans devotebrates the long and ever growing histo- ed to it around the world,” said Washry the U.S. has with the game of rugby. ington Football Team President Jason “Mayor Bowser is excited to wel- Wright. “We could not be happier to come this major international rug- host this Test Match at FedExField, as by test match to Washington, D.C.,” it demonstrates our business vision to said Deputy Mayor for Planning and attract global sporting events, such as Economic Development John Falcic- future Rugby World Cup matches, chio. “With our championship win- that we know quench the thirst of our ning teams and experience hosting diverse and sports-obsessed DMV remajor sporting events, DC is the Sports gion. Our organization looks forward Capital. We look forward to joining to making this a memorable event and residents and visitors in celebrating supporting a robust week of activity for our rugby all-stars this fall.” the global rugby community.” “As the official convention and Internationally renowned for their sports authority for the District of Co- incomparable success and world-falumbia, Events DC is honored to part- mous pre-game tradition, the haka, the ner with USA Rugby and Left Field All Blacks have a global following that Live to bring premier international rug- goes well beyond rugby. by to DC,” said Gregory A. O’Dell, All Blacks Captain Sam Cane said president and chief executive officer of the All Blacks would be looking forEvents DC. ward to a “special game” against the “Our region is home to a robust USA. and passionate rugby community at RUGBY Page 43 both amateur and professional levels,”
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History of U.S. Army Soldiers Opens at Virginia Museum Exhibits Depict Numerous Contributions to Innovation
Brenda C. Siler WI Contributing Writer A gleaming building on 84 acres welcomes visitors to the National Museum of the United States Army at Ft. Belvoir, Va. where construction first began in 2017. The museum serves as the first comprehensive display of the Army’s more than 245-year history and represents a joint initiative of the U.S. Army and the Army Historical Foundation. The Foundation secured privately-donated funds toward the building’s construction while the U.S. Army provided the infrastructure, roads, utilities and exhibit works. Upon entering the museum, visitors receive a brochure with a layout of the expansive facility and a stylus which activates interactive displays. A wall with the Soldier’s Creed serves as the backdrop to “A Soldier’s Gallery” with 41 stainless-steel pylons featuring individual stories from among the Army’s finest. In fact, if you look closely, you may see one pylon which reveals a young solider in his uniform before he became an international superstar – Elvis Presley. “The gallery is a random selection of soldiers from all eras,” said Susan Smullen, public affairs officer for the museum. “There are stories of ordinary people who did extraordinary things.” Americans in the Heat of Battle The “Fighting for the Nation” galleries represent a collection of six individual conflicts beginning with the colonial period through today, each depicting a sense of realism that’s impossible to ignore. Tanks, boats and other vehicles can be seen in each scene including one tank with more than 1,300 bullet holes that it received in actual battle. To add to the realism, full-size cast figures of soldiers in the throes of battle dominate each scene, some even armed with weapons or operating equipment. “Those that want to read text panels, we’ve got that,” Smul-
5 An exterior view of the National Museum of the United States Army at Ft. Belvoir, Va. (Photo courtesy National Museum of the United States Army) 4 This apparently fatigued machine gunner, now on display in the Cold War Gallery, joins his squad while on patrol in the jungle, grass, creeks and marshes of the Mekong Delta. (Photo courtesy National Museum of the United States Army, Scott Metzler)
len said. “For those who want to control the information, this is where you use the stylus to touch a screen.” She emphasized the attention to detail that can be seen on the faces of each soldier. One of the most striking depictions, featured in the Cold War gallery (1945-1991), includes the expression of a Black soldier in Vietnam. Smullen said it gets a strong reaction particularly from former soldiers who fought in the Vietnam War. The museum does not shy away from controversial issues – from segregation that impacted both male and female soldiers to the growing role and acceptance of women, particularly in positions of authority. Other highlights among the exhibits include the Experiential Learning Center [ELC] which tests one’s military decision-making through participation in a variety of scenarios. The ELC has skill-building games that could be
ideal for school groups or families. The Center also provides a better understanding about the Army’s contribution to geography, science, technology, engineering and math [G-STEM]. A ten-minute video in the Army Theater gives viewers a sense of
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Nationally renowned civil rights and personal injury attorneys Ben Crump of Ben Crump Law and Paul Napoli of Napoli Shkolnik today announced the filing of a lawsuit against Johnson & Johnson on behalf of members of the National Council of Negro Women, citing the company’s specific marketing of talcum-based baby powder to Black women, despite links to ovarian cancers. The National Council of Negro Women (NCNW) leads, advocates for, and empowers women of African descent, their families, and their communities, connecting more than 2 million women and men. NCNW has a large portion of members who have used Johnson & Johnson’s powder products, believing they were safe, and is ideally positioned to inform women about their risks. “This lawsuit is about the lives of our grandmothers, our mothers,
our wives, sisters and daughters – all of whom were cynically targeted by Johnson and Johnson,” Crump said. “All the while, company executives knew the risk of ovarian cancer from talc.” Internal documents from Johnson & Johnson reveal the company’s intent to market its talc-based products specifically to Black Women. The complaint requests corrective action to inform Black women and all other consumers about the risks associated with using the products and their connection to ovarian cancers. Johnson & Johnson continues to deny that its talc products are harmful, despite an overwhelming amount of research, dating back to the 1960s of the carcinogenic dangers of using talc-based products. Black women were the subject of Johnson & Johnson’s marketing and advertising campaigns for decades and were a central part of the company’s business strategy. A 2009 company business plan
noted that the “multicultural consumer [is] highly important to business – need to maintain,” and expressed concern that it was becoming “difficult to efficiently retain core aa consumer.” “This company, through its words and images, told Black women that we were offensive in our natural state and needed to use their products to stay fresh,” said NCNW executive director Janice Mathis. “Generations of Black women believed them and made it our daily practice to use their products in ways that put us at risk of cancer -- and we taught our daughters to do the same. Shame on Johnson and Johnson.” Napoli said the company put “profits over people, ignoring and hiding a mountain of research about the risks.” “We seek to make known what long has been hidden by Johnson and Johnson, and the NCNW, with its tremendous network among Black Americans, is the ideal organization to do it.” WI
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Study Reinforces a Brighter Economic Outlook When America leads World in Energy Production By Stacy M. Brown NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent According to a new study, America’s natural gas and oil industry will need to serve as a vital driver of the nation’s post-pandemic economic recovery. The industry counts as critical to every sector of the U.S. economy and supports millions of jobs across all 50 states, according to a study by PricewaterhouseCoopers that compiles the latest available government data. The 134-page study, which explores the economic impact of the oil and natural gas industry, revealed that the business supported 11.3 million jobs and contributed nearly $1.7 trillion to the U.S. economy in 2019. The study authors reported that the impacts are the result of three channels: • Direct impacts from the employment and production within the oil and natural gas industry.
• Indirect impacts through the industry’s purchases of intermediate and capital goods from a variety of other U.S. industries. • Induced impacts from the personal purchases of employees and business owners both within the oil and natural gas industry and its supply chain, as well as from the personal spending by shareholders out of the dividends received from oil and natural gas companies. In addition to supporting well-paying jobs, the natural gas and oil industry, directly and indirectly, contributed an estimated $1.7 trillion to the U.S. economy in 2019, representing 7.9 percent of the U.S. gross domestic product. Researchers found through wages, taxes, capital investments, and support to other industries, the economic impact extends beyond traditional natural gas and oil-producing states. “Every state in the nation has a stake
in continued access to U.S. natural gas and oil reserves, which are critical for the nation’s economic recovery,” the study authors wrote. In short, as the nation continues to recover from the pandemic and the economic downturn that resulted, the natural gas and oil industry will serve as an engine for long-term growth. “The industry continues to create good-paying jobs and deliver reliable American energy to enterprises, including healthcare, retail, manufacturing, education, and more, in communities across the nation,” researchers concluded. According to the findings, in 2019, the natural gas and oil sector directly and indirectly: • Supported more than 11.3 million total jobs or 5.6 percent of total U.S. employment. • Generated an additional 3.5 jobs elsewhere in the U.S. economy for each direct job in the U.S.
natural gas and oil industry. • Produced $892.7 billion in labor income, or 6.8 percent of the U.S. national labor income. • Supported nearly $1.7 trillion to U.S. gross domestic product, accounting for 7.9 percent of the national total. The U.S. Energy Information Administration noted that global oil and liquid fuels consumption is expected to surpass 2019 levels in 2022, as economic activity and travel patterns normalize. “This represents an opportunity for the U.S. to meet the world’s rising demand for affordable, reliable fuels with homegrown natural gas and oil,” American Petroleum Institute President and CEO Mike Sommers wrote in an email. “That said, America’s economic outlook depends on federal and state policy proposals that incentivize resource development, modernize energy infrastructure and streamline burdensome regulations,” Sommers maintained.
“The nation’s hard-fought energy security and GDP growth are at stake, even as the natural gas and oil industry continues to drive the nation’s post-pandemic recovery.” Sommers continued: “As America’s economy comes back, the natural gas and oil industry will serve as the foundation for long-term growth and prosperity. “Every state across the country – both blue states and red states – rely on American energy to fuel each sector of the economy and support millions of U.S. jobs. “This study reinforces that America’s economic outlook is brighter when we are leading the world in energy production, and it serves as a reminder of what’s at stake if policymakers restrict access to affordable, reliable energy and make us more dependent on foreign sources.” WI @StacyBrownMedia
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Broadway’s Neon Lights to Shine with Ten Black Plays and Musicals Stacy M. Brown WI Senior Writer After a somewhat experimental reopening in June with “Springsteen on Broadway,” the Great White Way will step further into the mix with the August 4 debut of “Pass Over” at the August Wilson Theatre. Barring any restrictions, the late summer and fall plays and musicals will feature no less than a dozen African-American-themed productions – 10 of which are new. “There is some great Black entertainment on Broadway,” said Irene Gandy, the legendary and influential
Broadway press agent who counts among the few African-American producers. Among those over which Gandy and others have expressed excitement are “Sistas: The Musical,” “Tina,” and “The Color Purple.” Broadway officials have said the shows will go on but only at 100 percent capacity. So, if New York reinstates restrictions on indoor crowds, Broadway could shutter once again. “Sistas” counts as an uplifting musical journey featuring a playlist of songs by Billie Holiday, Lena Horne, Erykah Badu, Jill Scott and
Beyoncé, and other female, African-American greats. According to a fact sheet, “Tina” reviews the life of superstar Tina
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family in rural Georgia. According to production notes, at its center is 14-year-old Celie. When Celie is forced by her abusive father to marry a cruel farmer called “Mister,” she is separated from all she loves. But, ultimately, Celie conquers the odds to find her voice and her strength, coming into her own. “There are Black people on
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When Nicki Jo Lewis pulls the F Street murder no one is surprised—she’s the best. But this case is different. Three times, the trial is almost derailed, the government’s key witness, a ne’er-d-well named Rolex, is not what he seems and, half-way through, D.C. police become mired in questions about another appalling crime scene inside a rowhouse uptown. As Police Chief Coley tries to unravel the mysterious and macabre findings there, his investigation is thwarted by his old friend David Stackhouse, U.S. Secret Service Special Agent-in-Charge of the President’s protective detail. The Service has already been at the scene, apparently, in some crazy, middle-of-the-night, hanging-fromropes deal, but agent Stackhouse won’t, or can’t tell his friend why.
Motown Legend Berry Gordy Among Recipients Sarafina Wright WI Contributing Writer
One thing is clear. Nicki is caught up in something bigger than she knows, and everyone is keeping secrets—the government’s witness, the court reporter, the judge, possibly a juror and, apparently, the President of the United States. Arguably, none of the madness going on outside of Nicki’s trial is her business. But someone or something has put her in the middle of it, and she is desperate to find out what’s going on. She has an old connection with a witness, it turns out, and his world spills over into hers in ways that endanger, infuriate, and frighten her. And the business of what’s really happening, of what’s wildly complicated Nicki’s life? It is beyond compare. It is The Truth, and it will change the world.
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Turner from humble beginnings in Nutbush, Tennessee, to her transformation into the global Queen of Rock’ n’ Roll. “Tina Turner didn’t just break the rules; she rewrote them,” producers of the show noted. “This new hit stage musical, presented in association with Tina Turner herself, reveals the untold story of a woman who dared to defy the bounds of her age, gender and race.” Based upon Alice Walker’s acclaimed novel of the same name, “The Color Purple” represents an epic tale of 40 years in the life of a
The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts announced last week its selection of five honorees who will receive the 44th Kennedy Center Honors for lifetime artistic achievements. Recipients to be honored at the annual national celebration of the arts in Washington, DC are: operatic bass-baritone Justino Díaz, Motown founder, songwriter, producer, and director Berry Gordy, Saturday Night Live creator Lorne Michaels, stage and screen actress Bette Midler, and singer-songwriter Joni Mitchell. Kennedy Center Chairman David M. Rubenstein said the awards
celebrate luminaries whose art and creativity have enriched society beyond measure. “With his distinguished, deeply resonant voice and storied operatic career, Justino Díaz, stood on the stages of the world’s great opera houses and today stands as one of the greatest bass-baritones of our time; visionary music producer and songwriter Berry Gordy brought the quintessential soulfulness of Detroit into every home in America, elevating the Motown sound to become a national treasure,” Rubenstein said. “Lorne Michaels created the most enduring ‘must-see television’ with Saturday Night Live, a show
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LIFESTYLE IN MEMORIAM Civil Rights Legend Bob Moses Dies at 86 Stacy M. Brown WI Senior Writer Bob Moses, one of America’s foremost civil rights leaders who faced the violence of racists while registering Black voters in the South, has died at the age of 86. His daughter, Maisha Moses, announced his death. Often clad in denim overalls, Moses drew comparisons to the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Moses famously hailed the Southern Christian Leadership Conference’s Ella Baker as an inspiration. “He exemplified putting community interests above ego and personal interest,” NAACP President and CEO Derrick Johnson told the New York Times. “If you look at his work, he was always pushing local leadership first.” Born Jan. 23, 1935, in Harlem, Moses became a schoolteacher. He later moved to Mississippi and organized civil rights activists to counter the actions of the Ku Klux Klan and other hate groups. He trained countless organizers inside the walls of freedom schools to carry out the mission of civil rights. During one encounter with white supremacists, Moses suffered a se-
vere head injury that later required nine stitches but not before leading a group to a Mississippi courthouse to register them to vote. Judith Browne Dianis, executive director of Advancement Project National Office, reflected on the impact Moses had on the racial justice movement. “Bob understood our struggle was not confined to a single moment or generation . . . organizing Black folks in Mississippi at the height of the civil rights movement, educating underserved youth through the Algebra Project and mentoring organizers who were finding their voice after Trayvon Martin was murdered. [He] pushed us to be bold and we carry his spirit onwards in our fight to win Police Free Schools that educate – not criminalize – youth of color, queer and trans youth and disabled youth,” she said in a statement. When he was 73, Moses told CNN he did not vote for a president in three decades until 2008 for President Barack Obama. “I don’t do politics, but I made sure to vote this time,” Moses said. “Obama is the first person I really felt moved to vote for.” WI
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wi book review "Blackout" by Dhonielle Clayton, Tiffany D. Jackson, Nic Stone, Angie Thomas, Ashley Woodfolk and Nicola Yoon c.2021, Quill Tree Books/ Harper Collins $19.99 256 page By Terri Schlichenmeyer WI Contributing Writer Lights out. For most people, that means it's time to sleep, but not you. Lights out means time to turn 'em back on, pump up the music, and get the party started. And for those in the new novel "Blackout" by Dhonielle Clayton, Tiffany D. Jackson, Nic Stone, Angie Thomas, Ashley Woodfolk and Nicola Yoon, it's time to fall in love. Obviously, there was a mix-up. There was just one job opening at the Apollo corporate headquarters, but two candidates were offered the position and both were there for orientation. Oops. Bad for the company. Worse for Tammi Wright, whose heart was shattered upon seeing Kareem Murphy walk into the lobby. He'd broken up with her a few weeks before, and she thought she was over him. Apparently not, but she wanted that job so she'd wait, even if she had to do it somewhere near his fine self. And then the lights went out. It had been stiflingly hot that day and Manhattan's power grid couldn't handle it. Without A/C, buildings were vacated, people milled around, and Kareem suggested they start walking home to Brooklyn. Tammi thought he was out of his mind but he had a DJing gig that evening, do-or-die, and there was nothing else to do. JJ Harding Jr. was on the subway when the blackout hit, but he didn't worry until he noticed Tremaine Wright a few seats away. Tremaine was claustrophobic, as JJ knew, and he could see that Tremaine was almost freaking out. He didn't want to intrude if the claustrophobia was a sensitive secret. JJ knew all about secrets. The residents at the Althea House were playing cards when the blackout started and the most beautiful woman Nella had ever seen walked into the building. Lana was trying to figure out how to tell her best friend, Tristan, that she liked him a whole lot more than just like. Kayla Simmons was sitting on a tour bus, contemplating a love rectangle. Grace was in Seymour's Ryde, heading for Brooklyn, and the party was about to start … OK, yes, it's a story that's contrived and convenient. Yes, it's a lot of meet-cute. It's predictable, too, but reach a little deeper and "Blackout" is a pretty intriguing concept. It is, in fact, the ultimate in collaboration: six authors, cooperating on one single story that arcs through six different couples on one dark night makes for an interesting tale, in part because each of the authors brings her own style to the table here. The characters aren't interchangeable, nor are the situations, which gives readers a strong sense that the people in these tales are more dimensional. You can feel the same heat they're feeling. You'll believe that they're heading for the same place and that things are gonna get even more interesting. Want to go, too? Then check for "Blackout" in your local YA section. Despite its strong language (but no action past kissing), it's great for gentle romantics ages 15-to-adult, so find it … and turn the lights up. WI
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ARIES You will encounter things before anyone else does. If you meet someone who has something to offer the group, make the necessary introductions. You are using others to your advantage, or at least you're putting their unique talents to use for the sake of the greater good, and by Friday you're going to get some recognition for all the connections and possibilities you've created. Lucky Numbers: 9, 23, 31 TAURUS Taking a risk at the outset of the week isn't going to pan out the way you want. Direct your energy toward other people. Your charm gets you more midweek than you might expect. Thursday is a day of enlightenment, but Friday and Saturday are, frankly, weird. Rather than attempting to understand, just try not to take anything personally. Lucky Numbers: 9, 12, 25 GEMINI As tantalizing as the potential payoff may seem, taking a risk at the outset of the week isn't going to pan out the way you want. Rather than directing your energy toward schemes of world domination, direct your energy toward other people. Your charm gets you more midweek than you might expect. Thursday is a day of enlightenment, but Friday and Saturday are, frankly, weird. Lucky Numbers: 2, 17, 40 CANCER At the start of the week, you're tapped. This is more of an emotional state than a physical reality — problems in your social life and private life are zapping your emotional energy. Wednesday and Thursday are, therefore, ideal days to recharge. Eat a banana, put on some comfortable socks and plug yourself into a deep sleep. Friday and Saturday you'll feel restored and confused when someone else emotionally retreats. Although you'll completely understand where they're coming from. Lucky Numbers: 9, 11, 18 LEO You've seen romantic comedies about people as giddy as you and you-know-who are, although you also feel like your romantic happiness at the start of the week is transcendent. Certainly, it lifts you up higher than you have been in a while. Success on the love front translates into more confidence in every other aspect of your life. Lucky Numbers: 22, 32, 37 VIRGO You have responsibilities and you're dedicated to seeing them through — even when, on Monday and Tuesday, you have a perfect excuse to let yourself off the hook. This is admirable of you. And fate will reward you: Wednesday and Thursday are a postcard of romance. A postcard with swans on it. And cute buildings. The great thing about love is you can take it anywhere in the world with you. Friday and Saturday you're itching to do some spring-cleaning. Blast the radio and get out your sponges. Lucky Numbers: 11, 20, 23 LIBRA The right words just slide out of your mouth on Monday without your having to think about it. Expression and high ideas figure into your day. People from your past keep walking through your thoughts. Then, Friday, a dose of fun — and possible romance — dramatically improves your outlook on everything and returns you to the present. Lucky Numbers: 4, 21, 38 SCORPIO Largeness is a theme on Monday. 'The bigger the better' is your mantra. Your reasons are philosophical, but the effect this outlook will have is financial. By Tuesday, you might find yourself the proud and somewhat embarrassed owner of an incredibly expensive piece of art. Or furniture. Or even jeans. Midweek, practice self-control. Instead of eating out, make yourself a sandwich. Focus on non-material things — your future, for example. Define a path. Lucky Numbers: 2, 9, 36 SAGITTARIUS You and your friends are more jovial than a performance troupe. You feel a bit like you're in some kind of play — or a sitcom. Your social circle is satisfying on a deep level. But Wednesday and Thursday your focus turns inward. Values, original thinking, and music figure strongly. Friday is a fine day to go to a party — introduce yourself to a stranger, see how much you have in common. Lucky Numbers: 3, 12, 47 CAPRICORN Your dreams are smarter than you may realize. If you're trying to solve a problem on Monday or Tuesday, consider what your own mind has been telling you. And whatever you do, don't stress. By Wednesday or Thursday, when positivity and good outcomes are strong themes, everything will have sorted itself out. Money is in the stars on Friday — either a lot of it or a lack of it — and Saturday has something to do with your future. Lucky Numbers: 30, 36, 50 AQUARIUS Remember the Care Bears? They each had their own specialty and they harnessed the group's power to do good things. That's what your group of friends is like on Monday and Tuesday. The start of the week is as expansive as a cloudscape. Wednesday and Thursday are, unfortunately, the opposite of expansive. Lucky Numbers: 15, 17, 18 PISCES An authority figure is a big part of your life at the start of the week. Give them the respect they deserve. And when a blabbermouth starts in, put your foot down. You're a person who cares about relationships. Relationships with friends in high places are crucial. On Friday, kick off your shoes and give yourself a break after what will have most likely been a grueling week. Lucky Numbers: 8, 13, 16
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CAPITOL from Page 1 ing how they struggled to defend the Capitol and members of Congress. With new video footage of the riot played during the hearing, the officers detailed the violence they endured as Trump supporters stormed the building. “At no point that day did I ever think about the politics of that crowd; even the things that were being said did not resonate in the midst of that chaos,” D.C. Metropolitan Police Officer Michael Fanone told the congressional panel. “But what did resonate was the fact that thousands of Americans were attacking police officers who
were simply doing their job,” Fanone asserted. He added his belief that government officials incited the riot. “In retrospect now, thinking about those events, the things that were said, it’s disgraceful members of our government, I believe, were responsible for inciting that behavior and then continue to propagate those statements, things like this was the 1776, or that police officers who fought, risked their lives, some who gave theirs, wore red coats,” Fanone stated. “To me, those individuals are representative of the worst that America has to offer,” he said. Daniel Hodges, another D.C. police officer, used the law to ex-
plain why he refers to the rioters as terrorists. “U.S. Code title 18 part 1 chapter 1.1.3, B as in brown, section 2.3.3.1,” Hodges explained. “The term domestic terrorism means activities that involve acts dangerous to human life that are a violation of the criminal laws of the United States or of any state and B, appeared to be intended to intimidate or coerce a civilian population, or to influence the policy of a government by intimidation or coercion or to affect the conduct of a government by mass destruction, assassination or kidnapping and occur primarily within the territorial jurisdiction of the United States,” he said. Dunn, an African American, told the panel that the rioters used racial slurs when they approached him. He added that he’d encountered belligerent individuals before but none like the Trump supporters who stormed the Capitol. “The only difference that I see . . . they had marching orders,” Dunn remarked. He noted that one of the most frightening moments he faced
during the riot – and today – remains the suspects who believe they had a right to carry out the attack. “When people feel emboldened by people in power, they assume they are right,” Dunn continued. “And that makes for a scary recipe for the future of this country. I think that’s why it is important that you all take this committee seriously and get to the bottom of why this happened and let’s make it never happen again.” While no additional hearings have been scheduled, U.S. Rep. Bennie Thompson (D-Miss.), the committee’s chair, reported that others could take place in August. “We now have a body of testimony that we will review. We are in the process of putting that together,” Thompson said. “I put some members on notice that they won’t enjoy the entire August recess but we will give them time to work in their districts. Then, conceivably, we could come back before the end of August,” he said. WI @StacyBrownMedia
BROADWAY from Page 34 Broadway,” declared Gandy, who also worked in the music industry with legends like B.B. King, Patti LaBelle and The Jackson 5. Gandy also served as a producer on “Lady Day,” and “Porgy & Bess,” the latter earning the 2012 Tony Award for Best Revival of a Musical. “Broadway is green,” Gandy said. “Now we have 10 Black shows coming including “Pass Over,” “Lackawanna Blues,” “Chicken’ N Biscuits” and we have “MJ the Musical.” Come out and see them,” she said. WI @StacyBrownMedia
Gandy also served as a producer on “Lady Day,” and “Porgy & Bess,” the latter earning the 2012 Tony Award for Best Revival of a Musical.
HONORS from Page 34 that is both mirror and muse for life in America; an artistic tour de force and America’s Divine Miss M, Bette Midler has enjoyed an unrivaled and prolific career, entertaining millions with her wondrous voice and trademark comedic wit; and songstress Joni Mitchell, blends raw, deeply personal lyrics with her stunningly ethereal voice in 19 albums, becoming one of the most influential singer-songwriters and cultural figures in 20th-century popular music.” The honors recipients are recognized for their contributions to American culture through the performing arts— in music, dance, theater, opera, motion pictures, or television—and are confirmed by the executive committee of the Center’s Board of Trustees. Throughout its 43-year history, the primary criterion in the selection process is excellence, according to Kennedy Center officials. Berry Gordy, 91, said in a statement that he’s thrilled to become a part of this prestigious American legacy. “The arts not only give voice to the voiceless, but connect us, transform us, and soothe our souls,” said Gordy.
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“Growing up in Detroit, I was not only Black but the “black sheep” of my family. I was a failure at everything I did until I was 29 years old, while my younger brother Robert was not only a family favorite, but strangely, a favorite of mine as well. He inspired me with his loyalty, love, and graciousness.”
“Throughout the years I’ve been blessed with many wonderful memories, but this—the Kennedy Center Honors—is one that will be forever in my heart.” The Kennedy Center Honors will be recorded live on Dec. 5 and broadcasted on television at a later date. WI
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RELIGION the religion corner WITH LYNDIA GRANT
Are You in Hot Water?
Are you in hot water and your water is on a burner, getting hotter by the day, yet you can no longer feel the heat because you've adjusted your body temperature to a point where you feel no difference? The adage of the frog in boiling water may be familiar to you. If not, allow me to put this into context so you understand the moral of the story. The premise is that if a frog is put suddenly into boiling water, it will jump out, but if the frog is put in tepid, cool, slightly warm water, which then begins to boil slowly, it will not perceive the danger and will be cooked to death. The heat is so gradual that the frog just relaxes and loses its mind. The boiling frog story warns people to be aware of even gradual change happening in their lives — at home, in the workplace, etc. — that may not be obvious. These things are happening right now, one after the other, and have been over a period of years, but they have happened so gradually you ignore the change. It's like weight — we eat and eat, the pounds are piling on, but then you try to put on your clothes and nothing fits! More and more minor changes continue to happen, against your beliefs. If the changes were desirable, that would be one thing, but when these changes occur and are against who you really are, you're heading in the wrong direction. You are now like the frog in the hot water — it's killing you slowly! When I was hired to coordinate
a parade in Maryland, my experience in major special events in the nation's capitol caused them to give me a call. Guidance and instructions from me were not enough. The job was too difficult, so they hired me. For five years, the event ran successfully. Then one day, the person who hired me brought in someone who appeared innocuous but was being groomed to take my place. It would have been fine if they had simply said, "Can you coach this young lady so she can take over your job? We know you really wanted to teach us rather than take the job on. But now that you've done this for five years, we believe we can do this,
Don't allow yourself to be in hot water, unbeknownst to you. You could possibly stay too long and not be able to survive. Get out while you can.
that is, if you will coach her." That would have been a much better scenario. It didn't happen that way at all. Instead, I wasn't quite like the frog in boiling water, since one of “our people," a "sister” on the front desk staff in the office warned me. I would have been boiling to death had she not informed me in advance. It did happen just as she predicted, but I was prepared. I gave them what I wanted them to have. Don't allow yourself to be in hot water, unbeknownst to you. You could possibly stay too long and not be able to survive. Get out while you can. Apostle Paul described the world we came out of as being directed by Satan and the evil spirit world (Ephesians 2:2-3) like that boiling hot water. Some thought it was God but it was Satan's influence. Apostle John cautioned the Church not to "love the world or the things in the world" (1 John 2:15). Succumbing to this self-centered mindset, in which the world and its material things become our primary focus, can and will destroy our efforts to be in the Kingdom of God. Get out of that hot water — you can resist bad influences if you become convinced that God's law and way of life are truly best. WI
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Adams Inspirational A.M.E. Church Dr. E. Gail Anderson Holness / Senior Pastor Rev. Ali Gail Holness-Roland / Assistant & Youth Pastor 12801 Old Fort Road • Ft. Washington, MD 20744 Office (301) 292.6323 • FAX (301) 292.2164 Service and Times Sunday Worship 10:15 am Sunday Church School 11:00 am Youth Sunday every 4th Sunday Prayer Call @ Noon every Tuesday & Thursday 978.990.5166 code: 6166047# Virtual Bible Study Wednesday Facebook & Zoom 7:00 pm “A Growing Church for a Coming Christ” www.adamsinspirationalamec.org
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RELIGION The Miracle Center of Faith Missionary Baptist Church
Pilgrim Baptist Church
Bishop Michael C. Turner, Sr. Senior Pastor
Rev. Louis B. Jones II Pastor
9161 Hampton Overlook Capitol Heights, MD 20743 Phone: 301-350-2200 / Fax: 301-499-8724
700 I Street, N.E. Washington, D.C. 20002 (202) 547-8849
Service and Times Sunday Worship Times : 7:30 AM 7 10:00 AM Communion: 1st Sunday Sunday School: 9:00 AM Bible Study: Wednesday, 12 Noon Bible Study in homes: Tuesday 7:00 PM Website: www.themiraclecenterFMBC.com Email: Miraclecenterfmbs@gmail.com Motto: “We Walk by Faith, Not by Sight”
Service and Times Worship Sundays: 7:30 & 11:00 AM 5th Sundays: 9:30 AM 3rd Sundays: Baptism & Holy Communion Prayer & Praise: Wednesdays @ Noon & 6:30 PM www.pilgrimbaptistdc.org
Covenant Baptist United Church of Christ
Blessed Word of Life Church
Church of Living Waters
Allen Chapel A.M.E. Church
Rev. Paul Carrette Senior Pastor Harold Andrew Assistant Pastor 4915 Wheeler Road Oxon Hill, MD 20745 301-894-6464 Service and Times Sunday Service: 8:30am& 11:00 AM Bible Study: Wednesday 7:30 PM Communion Service: First Sunday www.livingwatersmd.org
St. Stephen Baptist Church
Rev. Dr. Michael E. Bell, Sr., / Pastor 2498 Alabama Ave., SE - Washington D.C. 20020 Office: (202) 889-7296 / Fax: (202) 889-2198 - www.acamec.org Service and Times Sunday Worship Services: 8:00am and 11:00 AM Sunday Church School - 9:15am & Sunday Adult Forum Bible Study - 10:30 AM 2nd & 4th Monday Women’s Bible Study: 6:30 PM Tuesday Jr./Sr. Bible Study: 10:00 AM Tuesday Topical Bible Study: 6:30 PM Tuesday New Beginnings Bible Study: 6:30 PM Wednesday Pastoral Bible Study: 6:30 PM Wednesday Children’s Bible Study: 6:30 PM Thursday Men’s Bible Study: 6:30 PM Friday before 1st Sunday Praise & Worship Service: 6:30 PM Saturday Adult Bible Study: 10:00 AM “The Amazing, Awesome, Audacious Allen Chapel A.M.E. Church”
Third Street Church of God
Dr. Dekontee L. & Dr. Ayele A. Johnson Pastors
Reverend William Young IV Pastor
Bishop Lanier C. Twyman, Sr. Senior Pastor
Rev. Cheryl J. Sanders, Th.D. Senior Pastor
4001 14th Street, NW Washington, DC 20011 (202) 265-6147 Office 1-800 576-1047 Voicemail/Fax
3845 South Capitol Street Washington, DC 20032 (202) 562-5576 (Office) / (202) 562-4219 (Fax)
5757 Temple Hill Road, Temple Hills, MD 20748 Office 301-899-8885 – fax 301-899-2555 Services and Times Sunday Early Morning Worship: 7:45 AM Church School: 9:30 AM Sunday Morning Worship: 10:45 AM Tuesday: 7:00pm/Kingdom Building Bible Institute Wednesday , 12:30 PM Mid-Day Bible Study Wednesday: Prayer/Praise/Bible Study-7:30 PM Baptism & Communion Service: 4th Sunday – 10:30 AM
1204 Third Street, NW Washington, DC 20001 202-347-5889 office / 202-638-1803 fax
Service and Times Sunday School: 9:30 AM Sunday Morning Worship Service: 11:00 AM Communion Service: First Sunday Prayer Service/Bible Study: Tuesday, 6:30 PM www.blessedwordoflifechurch.org E-mail: church@blessedwordoflifechurch.org
Services and Times Sundays: 10:00am Worship Services Bible Study: Wonderful Wednesdays in Worship and the Word Bible Study Wednesdays 12:00 Noon; 6:30 PM (dinner @ 5:30 PM) Sunday School: 9:00 AM – Hour of Power “An inclusive ministry where all are welcomed and affirmed.” www.covenantdc.org
Campbell AME Church Rev. Dr. Henry Y. White 2562 MLK Jr. Ave., SE - Washington, DC 20020 Adm. Office 202-678-2263 Email: Campbell@mycame.org Service and Times Sunday Worship Service: 10:00 AM Sunday Church School: 8:45 AM Bible Study Wednesday: 12:00 Noon Wednesday: 7:00 PM Thursday: 7:00 PM “Reaching Up To Reach Out” Mailing Address : Campbell AME Church 2502 Stanton Road SE - Washington, DC 20020
Twelfth Street Christian Church Reverend Dr. Paul H. Saddler Senior Pastor (Disciples of Christ) 1812 12th Street, NW - Washington, DC 20009 Phone: 202-265-4494 Fax: 202 265 4340 Service and Times Sunday Worship Service: 11:00 AM Communion every Sunday: 11:00 AM Sunday School: 10:00 AM Bible Study Tuesday: 12 Noon Pastor’s Bible Study Tuesday: 6:30 PM Motto: “Discover Something Wonderful” Website: 12thscc.org / Email: Twelfthstcc@aol.com
Mount Carmel Baptist Church
Turning Hearts Church Virgil K. Thomas, Sr. Senior Pastor/ Teacher 421 Alabama Ave. SE Washington, DC 20032 Phone: 202-746-0113 Fax: 301-843-2445 Service and Times Sunday School: 10:15 AM Sunday Worship Service: 11;15 AM Children’s Church: 11:15 AM Tuesday Bible Study: 6:30 PM Motto : “A Great Commitment to the Great Commandment” Website: www.turningheartschurchdc.org Email: gr8luv4u2@gmail.com
“We are one in the Spirit” www.ssbc5757.org / E-mail: ssbc5757@verizon.net
Service and Times Sunday Morning Worship: 11:00 AM Holy Communion: 1st Sunday Sunday School: 9:45 AM Men’s Monday Bible Study: 7:00 PM Wednesday Night Bible Study: 7:00 PM Women’s Ministry Bible Study: 3rd Friday -7:00 PM Computer Classes: Announced Family and Marital Counseling by appointment E-mail: Crusadersbaptistchurch@verizon.net www.CrusadersBaptistChurch.org / “God is Love”
Greater Mt. Calvary Holy Church Bishop Alfred A. Owens, Jr.; Senior Bishop & Evangelist Susie C. Owens – Co-Pastor 610 Rhode Island Avenue, NE Washington, DC 20002 (202) 529-4547 office • (202) 529-4495 fax
Sunday Worship Service: 8:00 AM and 10:45 AM Sunday Youth Worship Services: 1st & 4th 10:45 AM; 804 R.I. Ave., NE 5th 8 AM & 10:45 AM; Main Church Prayer Services Tuesday – Noon, Wednesday 6:00 AM & 6:30 PM Calvary Bible Institute: Year-Round Contact Church / Communion Every 3rd Sunday The Church in The Hood that will do you Good! www.gmchc.org / emailus@gmchc.org
St Marks Baptist Come Worship with us... Dr. Raymond T. Matthews Pastor and First Lady Marcia Matthews St. Mark's Baptist Church 624 Underwood Street, NW Washington, dc 20011 Services and Times Sunday School: 9:00 AM Worship Service: 10:00 AM Wed. Noon Day prayer service Thur. Prayer service: 6:45 PM Thur. Bible Study: 7:15 PM
5101 14th Street, NW / Washington, DC 20011 Phone: 202-726-2220 Fax: 202-726-9089 Service and Times Sunday Worship Service - 8:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. Children’s Church - 11:00 a.m. (1st & 3rd Sundays) Communion - 10 a.m. 4th Sunday Sunday School - 9:15 a.m. (4th Sunday 8:15 a.m.) Prayer Meeting & Bible Study - Wednesday 7:00 p.m. “A Church with a past to remember – and a future to mold” www.mtzbcdc.org
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901 Third Street N.W. Washington, DC. 20001 Phone (202) 842-3411 Fax (202) 682-9423
1306 Vermont Avenue, NW Washington, DC 20005
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800 I Street, NE - Washington, DC 20002 202-548-0707 - Fax No. 202-548-0703
Reverend Dr. Calvin L. Matthews Senior Pastor 1200 Isle of Patmos Plaza, Northeast Washington, DC 20018 Office: (202) 529-6767 - Fax: (202) 526-1661 Service and Times Sunday Worship Services: 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM Holy Communion: 2nd Sunday at 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM Sunday Church School: 9:20 AM Seniors Bible Study: Tuesdays at 10:30 AM Noon Day Prayer Service: Tuesdays at Noon Bible Study: Tuesdays at 7 PM Motto: “A Ministry of Reconciliation Where Everybody is Somebody!” Website: http://isleofpatmosbc.org Church Email: ipbcsecretary@verizon.net
Reverend John W. Davis Pastor
John F. Johnson Reverend Dr.
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Rev. Dr. Alton W. Jordan Pastor
Isle of Patmos Baptist Church
Mt. Zion Baptist Church
Reverend Dr. Paris L Smith, Sr. Senior Pastor
Service and Times Sunday Church School : 9:00 AM Sunday Morning Worship: 10:10 AM Bible Study Tuesday: 6: 00 PM Prayer Service Tuesday: 7:00 PM Holy Communion: 3rd Sunday 10:10 AM
Services and Times Sunday School: 9:30 AM Sunday Worship: 11:00 AM Sunday Community Worship Service: 8:30 AM
Crusader Baptist Church
Service and Times Divine Worship, Sunday 10:00 a.m. Communion 1st and 3rd Sunday “Friendliest Church in the City” Website: mountolivetdc.org Email: mtolivedc@gmail.com
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RELIGION Shabbath Commandment Church Bishop Adrian A. Taylor, Sr. Pastor 7801 Livingston Road Oxon Hill, MD 20745 301-534-5471 Service and Times Sabbath School 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 AM Service 11:00 AM Praise & Worship Preaching 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM Motto: “A Church Keeping It Real for Real.” Website: Shabbathcommandmentchruch.org Email: Praisebetoyhwh@gmail.com
Zion Baptist Church Rev. Keith W. Byrd, Sr. Pastor 4850 Blagdon Ave, NW - Washington D.C 20011 Phone (202) 722-4940 - Fax (202) 291-3773 Service and Times 9:00 a.m. – Sunday School 10:15 a.m. – Worship Service Wed. Noon: Dea. Robert Owens Bible Study 7 PM Pastor’s Bible Study Ordinance of Baptism 2nd Sunday, Holy Communion 4th Sunday Mission: Zion shall: Enlist Sinners, Educate Students, Empower the Suffering, Encourage the Saints, And Exalt our Savior. (Acts 2: 41-47) www.zionbaptistchurchdc.org
St. Luke Baptist Church Rev. Aubrey C. Lewis Pastor 1415 Gallatin Street, NW Washington, DC 20011-3851 P: (202) 726-5940 Service and Times Sunday Worship: 11:00 AM Sunday School: 9:15 AM Holy Communion: 11:00 a.m., 3rd Sun. Bible Institute: Wednesday - 1:30 PM Prayer Meeting: Wednesday - 12:00 Noon
All Nations Baptist Church Rev. Dr. James Coleman Pastor 2001 North Capitol St, N.E. - Washington, DC 20002 Phone (202) 832-9591 Service and Times Sunday Church School – 9:30 AM Sunday Worship Service – 11:00 AM Holy Communion – 1st Sunday at 11:00 AM Prayer – Wednesdays, 6:00 PM Bible Study – Wednesdays, 7:00 PM Christian Education / School of Biblical Knowledge Saturdays, 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM, Call for Registration Website: www.allnationsbaptistchurch.com All Nations Baptist Church – A Church of Standards
Israel Baptist Church
Rev. Daryl F. Bell Pastor 2324 Ontario Road, NW Washington, DC 20009 (202) 232-1730 Service and Times Sunday School: 9:30 AM Sunday Worship Service: 11:00 AM Baptismal Service: 1st Sunday – 9:30 AM Holy Communion: 1st Sunday – 11:00 AM Prayer Meeting & Bible Study: Wednesday -7:30 PM “Where Jesus is the King”
Dr. Earl D. Trent Senior Pastor
2409 Ainger Pl.,SE – WDC 20020 (202) 678-0884 – Office / (202) 678-0885 – Fax “Moving Faith Forward” 0% Perfect . . . 100% Forgiven!
623 Florida Ave.. NW - WDC. 20001 Church (202) 667-3409 / Study (202) 265-0836 Home Study (301) 464-8211 / Fax (202) 483-4009
Service and Times Sunday Worship: 8:00 AM & 10:45 AM Baptism/Holy Communion: 3rd Sunday Family Bible Study Tuesdays – 6:30 PM Prayer Service: Tuesdays – 8:00 PM www.emmanuelbaptistchurchdc.org
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Lincoln Park United Methodist Church Rev. Richard B. Black Pastor
Elder Herman L. Simms Pastor
1251 Saratoga Ave., NE Washington, DC 20018 (202) 269-0288
1301 North Carolina Ave. N E Washington, D C 20002 202 543 1318 - lincolnpark@lpumcdc.org www.lpumcdc.org
5606 Marlboro Pike District Heights, MD 20747 301-735-6005
Service and Times Sunday Worship Service: 10:45 AM Sunday School: 9:15 AM Holy Communion1st Sunday: 10:45 AM Prayer Service: Wednesday at 6:30 PM Bible Study: Wednesday at 7:00 PM Bible Study: Tuesday at 10:30 AM
Mount Moriah Baptist Church Dr. Lucius M. Dalton Senior Pastor
Service and Times Sunday Worship: 10:00 AM Holy Communion: First Sunday 10:00 AM Sunday School: 9:00 AM Bible Study: Wednesday @ 12 noon and 6:30 PM Motto: "Faith On The Hill"
Service and Times Sunday Apostolic Worship Services 11:00 A.M and 5:00 PM Communion and Feet Wash 4th Sunday at 5:00 PM Prayer/Seeking: Wednesday at 8:00 PM Apostolic in Doctrine, Pentecostal in Experience, Holiness in Living, Uncompromised and Unchanged. The Apostolic Faith is still alive –Acts 2:42
New Commandment Baptist Church
Eastern Community Baptist Church Damion M. Briggs Pastor
Rev. Stephen E. Tucker Senior Pastor
1636 East Capitol Street, NE Washington, DC 20003 Telephone: 202-544-5588 - Fax: 202-544-2964
8213 Manson Street Landover, MD 20785 Tel: (301) 322-9787 Fax: (301) 322-9240
13701 Old Jericho Park Road Bowie, MD. 20720 (301) 262-0560
Service and Times Sunday Worship Services: 7:45 AM and 10:45 AM Holy Communion: 1st Sundays at 7:45 AM & 10:45 AM Sunday School: 9:30 AM Prayer & Praise Service: Tuesdays at 12 noon & 6:30 PM Bible Study: Tuesdays at 1 pm and 7 PM Youth Bible Study: Fridays at 7 PM
Service and Times Early Morning Message: 7:30 AM Sunday Morning Worship Service: 10:00 AM Sunday Church School: 9:00 AM Holy Communion: 1st Sunday 7:30 AM & 10:00 AM Prayer, Praise and Testimony: Wednesday 7:00 PM Bible Study: Wednesday 7:30 PM
Service and Times Sunday Worship: 11 AM Sunday School: 10 AM Wednesday Mid-Week Worship, Prayer & Bible Study: Wed. 7 PM
Rehoboth Baptist Church
Reverend Peter R. Blue Sr. Pastor
Rev. Curtis l. Staley Pastor
2001 Brooks Drive District Heights MD. 20744 240.838.7074
621 Alabama Ave., S.E.- Washington, D.C. 20032 P: (202) 561-1111 - F: (202) 561-1112
Service and Times Sunday Worship Experience: 10:15am Sunday School: 9:00am Holy Communion: 3rd Sunday Morning Noontime Bible Study: Tuesday @ 12:00pm Prayer Meeting/Bible Study: Tuesday @7:00pm Theme: "Building On A Firm Foundation"
Service and Times Sunday Service: 10:00 AM Sunday School for all ages: 8:30 AM 1st Sunday Baptism: 10:00 AM 2nd Sunday Holy Communion:10:00 AM Tuesday: Bible Study: 6:30 PM Prayer Meeting: 7:45 PM
Email: revprbstmbc@gmail.com Website: www.stmatthewsbaptist.org
Motto: “Where God is First and Where Friendly People Worship”
“Real Worship for Real People” Website: www.easterncommunity.org Email: ecc@easterncommunity.org
“A Church Where Love Is Essential and Praise is Intentional”
Foggy Bottom - Founded in 1867 728 23rd Street, NW - Washington, DC 20037 Church office: 202-333-3985 - Fax : 202-338-4958
Shiloh Baptist Church
Service and Times Sunday Worship Services: 10:00 AM Sunday Church School: 8:45 – 9:45 AM Holy Communion: Every First Sunday Intercessory Prayer: Monday – 7:00-8:00 PM Pastor’s Bible Study: Wednesday –7:45 PM Midweek Prayer: Wednesday – 7:00 PM Noonday Prayer Every Thursday
Matthews Memorial Baptist Church Dr. Joseph D. Turner / Senior Pastor 2616 MLK Ave., SE - Washington, DC 20020 Office 202-889-3709 - Fax 202-678-3304 Service and Times Early Worship Service: 8:00 AM Worship Service: 11:00 AM New Member’s Class: 9:45 AM Holy Communion: 1st Sunday, 11:00 AM Church School: 9:45 AM Wednesday 12:00pm Bible Study Prayer, Praise and Bible Study: 7:00 PM Saturday Bible Study: 11:00 AM Baptism 4th Sunday: 11:00 AM “Empowered to love and Challenged to Lead a Multitude of Souls to Christ”
Peace Baptist Church
4504 Gault Place, N.E. / Washington, D.C 20019 202-397-7775 – 7184 Service and Times Sunday Church School: 9:30 AM Sunday Worship Service : 11:00 AM The Lord’s Supper 1st Sunday Prayer & Praise Services: Wednesday 7:00 PM Bible Study: 7:30 PM Saturday before 4th Sunday Men, Women, Youth Discipleship Ministries: 10:30 AM A Christ Centered Church htubc@comcast.net
Christ Embassy DC
Kelechi Ajieren Coordinator 6839 Eastern Avenue, R1 Takoma Park, MD 20912 (202) 556-7065 Service and Times Sunday Worship Service: 10:00 AM Wednesday Bible Study: 7:00 PM Friday Evening Service: 7:00 PM ; Last Friday “…Giving Your Life a Meaning” www.Christembassydc.org Christ.embassy.dc@hotmail.com
Pennsylvania Ave. Baptist Church
Rev. Dr. Michael T. Bell 712 18th Street, NE Washington, DC 20002 Phone 202-399-3450/ Fax 202-398-8836 Service and Times Sunday Early Morning Prayer & Bible Study Class: 8:00 AM Sunday School: 9:00 AM Sunday Morning Worship Service: 10:00 AM Wednesday Service: 12:00 PM “The Loving Church of the living lord “
Rev. Dr. Kendrick E. Curry Pastor 3000 Pennsylvania Ave.. S.E Washington, DC 20020 202 581-1500 Service and Times Sunday Church School: 9:30 AM Sunday Worship Service: 11:00 AM Monday Adult Bible Study: 7:00 PM Wednesday Youth & Adult Activities: 6:30 PM Prayer Service Bible Study
First Rising Mt. Zion Baptist Church
Mt. Horeb Baptist Church
Rev. Dr. Wallace Charles Smith Pastor
Rev. Oran W. Young Pastor
Rev. Dr. H. B. Sampson, III Pastor
9th & P Street, N.W. - W. D.C. 20001 (202) 232-4288
602 N Street NW - Washington, D.C. 20001 Office:(202) 289-4480 Fax: (202) 289-4595
2914 Bladensburg Road, NE Wash., DC 20018 Office: (202) 529-3180 - Fax: (202) 529-7738 Service and Times Worship Service: 7:30 AM Sunday School: 9:00 AM Worship Service: 10:30 AM Holy Communion: 4th Sunday 7:30AM & 10:30 AM Prayer Services:Tuesday 7:30 PM. Wednesday 12 Noon
www.stmarysfoggybottom.org Email: stmarysoffice@stmarysfoggybottom.org
Service and Times First Sunday Worship Service (one service): 10:00 AM Second, Third, Fourth, and Fifth Sunday Worship service: 7:45 AM and 10:55 AM Sunday Church School/Bible Study: 9:30 AM Thursday Prayer Service: 6:30 PM
All are welcome to St. Mary’s to Learn, Worship, and Grow.
Email: sbc@shilohbaptist.org Website: shilohbaptist.org
Service and Times Sundays: 10 a.m. Holy Eucharist with Music and Hymns Wednesdays: 12:10 p.m. - Holy Eucharist
Rev. Dr. George C. Gilbert Senior Pastor
Email Address: admin@pbc712.org
Historic St. Mary’s Episcopal Church The Rev. E. Bernard Anderson Priest
Holy Trinity United Baptist Church
Florida Avenue Baptist Church
Reverend Christopher L. Nichols Pastor
Rev. Dr. Jerryl V. Moody Pastor-Elect
Web: www.mountmoriahchurch.org Email: mtmoriah@mountmoriahchurch.org
St. Matthews Baptist Church
Emmanuel Baptist Church
King Emmanuel Baptist Church
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Service and Times Sunday School for All Ages: 8:00 AM Sunday Worship Services: 9:30 AM Midday Prayer & Bible Study: Wednesday 11:30AM Evening Prayer & Bible Study: Wednesday 7:00 PM Laymen's League: Thursday 7:00 PM Email: Froffice@firstrising.org Website: www.firstrising.org “Changing Lives On Purpose “
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Tameca Medley, whose address is 9416 Spring House Lane, Apt. 1, Laurel, MD 20708, was appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Robert W. Medley who died on December 12, 2020 without a Will, and will serve without Court supervision. All unknown heirs and heirs whose whereabouts are unknown shall enter their appearance in this proceeding. Objections to such appointment shall be filed with the Register of Wills, D.C., 515 5th Street, N.W., Building A, Third Floor Washington, D.C. 20001, on or before 1/15/2022. Claims against the decedent shall be presented to the undersigned with a copy to the Register of Wills or filed with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned, on or before 1/15/2022, or be forever barred. Persons believed to be heirs or legatees of the decedent who do not receive a copy of this notice by mail within 25 days of its first publication shall so inform the Register of Wills, including name, address, and relationship.
Brenda Browne, whose address is 359 Chaplin Street, SE, Washington, DC 20019, was appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Betty Jean Ross who died on July 26, 2020 with a Will, and will serve without Court supervision. All unknown heirs and heirs whose whereabouts are unknown shall enter their appearance in this proceeding. Objections to such appointment (or to the probate of decedent’s Will) shall be filed with the Register of Wills, D.C., 515 5th Street, N.W., Building A, Third Floor Washington, D.C. 20001, on or before 1/15/2022. Claims against the decedent shall be presented to the undersigned with a copy to the Register of Wills or filed with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned, on or before 1/15/2022, or be forever barred. Persons believed to be heirs or legatees of the decedent who do not receive a copy of this notice by mail within 25 days of its first publication shall so inform the Register of Wills, including name, address, and relationship.
John M. Bryan, Esq. 2311 Wilson Boulevard, Suite 500 Arlington, VA 22201 Attorney NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT, NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Lucille Tibbs, whose address is 2014 14th Street, SE, Washington, DC 20020, was appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Lucian Franklin Tibbs Sr. who died on February 1, 2021 without a Will, and will serve without Court supervision. All unknown heirs and heirs whose whereabouts are unknown shall enter their appearance in this proceeding. Objections to such appointment shall be filed with the Register of Wills, D.C., 515 5th Street, N.W., Building A, Third Floor Washington, D.C. 20001, on or before 1/15/2022. Claims against the decedent shall be presented to the undersigned with a copy to the Register of Wills or filed with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned, on or before 1/15/2022, or be forever barred. Persons believed to be heirs or legatees of the decedent who do not receive a copy of this notice by mail within 25 days of its first publication shall so inform the Register of Wills, including name, address, and relationship. Date of first publication: 7/15/2021
NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT, NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Quiana Sheree Shaw, whose address is 3810 Carpenter Street, SE, Washington, DC 20020, was appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Jean D. Wilson aka Jean Delores Wilson who died on June 11, 2020 with a Will, and will serve without Court supervision. All unknown heirs and heirs whose whereabouts are unknown shall enter their appearance in this proceeding. Objections to such appointment (or to the probate of decedent’s Will) shall be filed with the Register of Wills, D.C., 515 5th Street, N.W., Building A, Third Floor Washington, D.C. 20001, on or before 1/15/2022. Claims against the decedent shall be presented to the undersigned with a copy to the Register of Wills or filed with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned, on or before 1/15/2022, or be forever barred. Persons believed to be heirs or legatees of the decedent who do not receive a copy of this notice by mail within 25 days of its first publication shall so inform the Register of Wills, including name, address, and relationship. Date of first publication: 7/15/2021 Quiana Sheree Shaw Personal Representative
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SUPERIOR COURT OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA Probate Division Washington, D.C. 20001-2131
SUPERIOR COURT OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA Probate Division Washington, D.C. 20001-2131
2019 ADM 001388
2020 ADM 000900
Darrell Chatmon aka Darrell Maurice Chatmon aka Darrell M. Chatmon Decedent
Leroy Austin Smith Decedent
Aimee D. Griffin, Esq. 5335 Wisconsin Avenue, NW, Suite 440 Washington, DC 20015 Attorney
Richard Tappan 8300 Boone Blvd. Vienna, VA 22182 Attorney
NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT, NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS
NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT, NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS
Monica McEaddy and Eric F. Chatmon, whose addresses are 10009 Huxley Dr., Lanham, MD 20706 & 10501 Foxlake Dr. Mitchellville, MD 20721, were appointed Personal Representatives of the estate of Darrell Chatmon aka Darrell Maurice Chatmon aka Darrell M. Chatmon who died on November 8, 2019 with a Will, and will serve without Court supervision. All unknown heirs and heirs whose whereabouts are unknown shall enter their appearance in this proceeding. Objections to such appointment (or to the probate of decedent’s Will) shall be filed with the Register of Wills, D.C., 515 5th Street, N.W., Building A, Third Floor Washington, D.C. 20001, on or before 1/22/2022. Claims against the decedent shall be presented to the undersigned with a copy to the Register of Wills or filed with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned, on or before 1/22/2022, or be forever barred. Persons believed to be heirs or legatees of the decedent who do not receive a copy of this notice by mail within 25 days of its first publication shall so inform the Register of Wills, including name, address, and relationship.
Carol A. Smith, whose address is 7015 Storch Lane, Lanham, MD 20706, was appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Leroy Austin Smith who died on November 2, 2019 without a Will, and will serve without Court supervision. All unknown heirs and heirs whose whereabouts are unknown shall enter their appearance in this proceeding. Objections to such appointment shall be filed with the Register of Wills, D.C., 515 5th Street, N.W., Building A, Third Floor Washington, D.C. 20001, on or before 1/22/2022. Claims against the decedent shall be presented to the undersigned with a copy to the Register of Wills or filed with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned, on or before 1/22/2022, or be forever barred. Persons believed to be heirs or legatees of the decedent who do not receive a copy of this notice by mail within 25 days of its first publication shall so inform the Register of Wills, including name, address, and relationship.
Date of first publication: July 22, 2021 Monica McEaddy Eric F. Chatmon Personal Representative TRUE TEST COPY Nicole Stevens Register of Wills Washington Informer
Date of first publication: 7/22/2021 Carol A. Smith Personal Representative
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In God We Trust. Declaration of Nationality. Notice of White Flag Surrender. Notice of Special Appearance : I am that I am: " Zechariah Edward Dolphin El© ", in full life, in propria persona, sui juris, in solo proprio, Haqdar by natural issue, the beneficiary and heir of: " DOLPHIN EL, ZECHARIAH EDWARD© ", corp. sole Dba.: " ZECHARIAH EDWARD DOLPHIN EL© ", & "DOLPHIN, ZECHARIAH EDWARD©", corp. sole Dba: "ZECHARIAH EDWARD DOLPHIN©", having reached the age of majority, being aboriginal to the northwestern and southwestern shores of Africa, the Atlantic Islands, the continental Americas, being duly certified, hereby affirms to declare my tribal intention to be as my pedigree subscribes, as a: Moorish American, but not a citizen of the United States. I declare permanent, and unalienable, allegiance to The Moorish Empire, Societas Republicae Ea Al Maurikanuus Estados, The Constitution for the united States of America, Article III Section 2, The Lieber Code, Hague Conventions of 1899 & 1907, The Geneva Conventions, [ United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples ], and all natural laws governing moors, and hereby declare and proclaim my nationality in good faith as a: Moorish American. I am that I am: " Zechariah Edward Dolphin El© ", from this day forward, in harmony with my Nationality / Status / Jurisdiction, shall be known as: " zechariah edward dolphin el© ". Notice of White Flag Surrender: as "hors de combat", pursuant to The Geneva Conventions, Article III, as a minister of The Moorish Empire, and Internationally Protected Person. Notice of: LAWS AND CUSTOMS OF WAR ON LAND ( HAGUE, IV), ARTICLE: 45, 46, & 47. Notice of Claim pursuant to Public Law 87-846, TITLE II, SEC. 203. Notice of Bailment Merging of Legal Title with Equitable Title : This order is to preserve legal and equitable title , and to reserve all rights, title, and interest, in the property, Re: : State File Number 1200119129309, " ZECHARIAH EDWARD DOLPHIN© ", is as a special deposit order conveyed to " Creative Fate Trust© ". All property of the same issue and amount, in like kind and specie, is to be returned fully intact , as a Special Deposit order of the Depositor / Beneficiary / Bailor / Donor / Principal / Creditor: " zechariah edward dolphin el© ", nom deguerre: " Zechariah Edward Dolphin El© ", as a special deposit order in lawful money. This special deposit is to be used exclusively for the benefit of : " Creative Fate Trust© ", an Inter Vivos Unincorporated Divine Grantor Trust. This deposit is not to be commingled with general assets of any bank, nor depositary / trustee / agent / bailee / donee / debtor. This deposit is not limited to, but including: discharge and set off, of any and all outstanding liabilities as accord and satisfaction. Inter alia enact fuit. All Rights Reserved. Deo
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In God We Trust. Declaration of Nationality. Notice of White Flag Surrender. Notice of Special Appearance : I am that I am:" Melshonda Patrice Buchanan© ", in full life, in propria persona, sui juris, in solo proprio, Haqdar by natural issue, the beneficiary and heir of: " BUCHANAN, MELSHONDA PATRICE© ", corp.sole Dba.: " MELSHONDA PATRICE BUCHANAN© ", having reached the age of majority, being duly certified, hereby affirms to declare my tribal intention to be as my pedigree subscribes, as an: Moorish American National, but not a citizen of the United States. I declare permanent, and unalienable, allegiance to the united States of America, The Lieber Code, Hague Conventions of 1899 & 1907, The Geneva Conventions, and all natural laws governing moors, We the People, and hereby declare and proclaim my nationality in good faith as a: " Moorish American ". I am that I am: " Melshonda Patrice Buchanan© ", from this day forward, in harmony with my Nationality / Status / Jurisdiction, shall be known as: " melshonda buchanan© ". Notice of White Flag Surrender: as " hors de combat ", pursuant to The Geneva Conventions, Article III, as a minister of Ahayah's covenant: Law of the People, and Internationally Protected Person. Notice of: LAWS AND CUSTOMS OF WAR ON LAND ( HAGUE, IV), ARTICLE: 45, 46, & 47. Notice of Claim pursuant to Public Law 87-846, TITLE II, SEC. 203. Notice of Bailment Merging of Legal Title with Equitable Title : This order is to preserve legal and equitable title , and to reserve all rights, title, and interest, in the property, Re: " State File Number 109-1983-086812 ", " MELSHONDA PATRICE BUCHANAN© ", is as a special deposit order conveyed to " Melshonda-Patrice:Mangham Trust© ". All property of the same issue and amount, in like kind and specie, is to be returned fully intact , as a Special Deposit order of the Depositor / Beneficiary / Bailor / Donor / Principal / Creditor: " melshonda buchanan© ", nom deguerre: " Melshonda Patrice Buchanan© ", as a special deposit order in lawful money. This special deposit is to be used exclusively for the benefit of : " Melshonda-Patrice:Mangham Trust© ", an Inter Vivos Unincorporated Divine Grantor Trust. This deposit is not to be commingled with general assets of any bank , nor depositary / trustee / agent / bailee / donee / debtor. This deposit is not limited to, but including: discharge and set off, of any and all outstanding liabilities as accord and satisfaction. Inter alia enact fuit. All Rights Reserved. Deo volente.
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“We’ve really loved it every time we have gone there,” Cane said. “I know the team is excited about getting to America and particularly going to Washington, DC for the first time. It will be a historic match with a lot of meaning behind it and we hope that the rugby fans there really get behind the game. We can’t wait.” All Blacks Head Coach Ian Foster added: “We’re really excited to again be going back to the United States. To go to Washington, D.C. for a first-ever All Blacks Test there will be exciting for the team. We’ve had a couple of great experiences in the U.S. already, albeit with one bad result against Ireland in 2016. But our game against the USA in 2014 was highly memorable, with real excitement from the crowd and huge interest in the All Blacks. So hopefully it’s another chance to grow the game of rugby there.” The USA Eagles are coming off their first assembly since 2019 and look ahead to a busy fall with qualification for the 2023 France Rugby World Cup in focus. The United States are hosting both New Zealand and Ireland this fall as they lead the effort to bring the Rugby World Cup to the United States in 2027 or 2031 for the men and 2029 for the women. "This is a special match for all of us within the USA Rugby community, taking on one of the world's best in our nation's capital. With the Men's Eagles having last played on the east coast in 2017, we're thrilled to welcome eager fans to what is always a special experience facing the All Blacks. Paired with our match against Ireland in Las Vegas the following week, this is an exciting stretch for fans in each corner of the country. No doubt both are iconic venues for us to continue momentum toward a host bid for the Rugby World Cup in the United States," said USA Rugby CEO, Ross Young. Current USA Head Coach Gary Gold echoed Young’s sentiment. “It's exciting to round out our fall test schedule with a fixture against the All Blacks. It's no secret this team is, and has been, one of the best in the world and the opportunity to go head-to-head at home is special. As the Rugby World Cup will be less than two years out and we look forward to heading into this Rugby World Cup caliber match." Ticket pre-sale for the rugby community opens on Wednesday, July 28. General public on sale opens at 10 a.m. on Friday, July 30. For tickets visit Ticketmaster.com. Full event details are available at washingtonfootball.com/rugby. WI
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BILES from Page 1 kind of freak out," said Biles tearfully during a press conference in Tokyo. "I have to focus on my mental health and not jeopardize my health and well-being." While much of the sports world continues to speculate on Biles’s physical and mental health, Dominique Dawes, the first African-American woman to win a gold medal applauded Biles courage Dawes said she can relate to the pressure that gymnasts and other athletes endure. “She needs to do what is best for Simone, ” Dawes said. “At the end of the day, she is the one who has to live her life. I went through that the whole time in my career – tears, being kicked out of prac-
tice and not wanting to return to practice. But we did what we were told.” Rochelle Stevens, a two-time medalist agrees with Dawes’s observations. “Simone made the right decision to step down because as athletes we are told it's 90 percent mental and 10 percent,” Stevens said. Besides the daily regimen of training, Stevens said “she had sponsorship, speaking engagements, and the added pressure of dealing with finding an open gym because of COVID-19. Darla Davenport Powell, CEO of Greater Works LLC, a multimedia children's edutainment company, said while many young people watch the glamour associ-
ated with the Olympics there are also challenges that go unnoticed. “Body image is a mental picture of self that begins in the mind and not in the mirror,” Powell said. “We get messages as to how we should feel about our bodies from both internal and external factors. In the Olympics and all parts of society, we must collectively work to shatter the one size, one race (ethnicity), one gender fits-all myth and make room at the table for everyone to participate.” Editor’s Note: In 1980, Luci Collins became the first Black female to make an Olympics team and served as a forerunner to Dominique Dawes (1996), Gabby Douglass (2012) and Simone Biles (2016). WI 6 Simone Biles (Courtesy photo)
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ARMY from Page 30 being alongside soldiers. The experience resembles a mini-version of an IMAX© theater with a 300-degree screen and external sensory elements that surround viewers with sight, sound and movement. And yes, even the chairs move. It will take more than one visit to see everything at the National Museum of the United States Army, which remains open from 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. every day except December 25. For more information including the use of masks or to schedule a timed-entry reservation, visit the museum’s website https://www. thenmusa.org. Admission to the museum is free. WI
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5 The Learning Lab inside the Experiential Learning Center at the U.S. Army Museum gives an interactive experience for school groups and families. (Photo courtesy National Museum of the United States Army)
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• A large majority of Black parents with children ages 12 and older, or 70 percent, have had their children vaccinated or plan to do so, despite some trepidation about vaccinating children under age 12 (of those polled, 32 percent are unsure). • Half of African American parents want their children to attend school fully in-person next year, with only a small percentage preferring their kids to remain remotely-schooled/ • Black Americans remain most concerned about the new variants and the possibility that coronavirus cases may rise again later this year as a result/ • While the majority of African Americans say their lives have been substantially altered since the onset of the pandemic, there is increased optimism as nearly half now say that the worst of the pandemic is over, and the majority (66 percent) expect life in their local communities to return to normal by the end of this year. Regarding continuing to be vigilant and protecting themselves, 54 percent of African Americans say they will continue to wear masks in both public and private settings, while among our valued essential worker corps, 61 percent report that they are likely to don masks all the time. With respect to the news about booster shots possibly being recommended soon for those already vaccinated, NAACP polling results reveal that 87 percent of fully vaccinated Black Americans are likely to take the shot once one is approved and available. “Every individual has the right to their own choices but it’s obvious from our numbers that the coronavirus hasn’t been defeated. And you can trust that it isn’t finished with America and the world as yet. Black Americans especially need to stay abreast of the most essential information and faithfully adhere to the CDC guidelines if we expect to truly protect ourselves, as well as our friends and families and help all recover,” Johnson said. The initiative features a multifaceted, user-friendly online information hub housing an array of options designed to help African Americans’ stay current with the ever-changing data and guidance as they navigate the pandemic,
triarch and how she had to duck and dodge his advances, going so far as to fake passing out when he got too close. And she told me about working as a postal worker. Do you remember, she said? And I did. I remembered the early mornings of awakening, of the smell of her coffee tickling my nose. I remembered being told to "behave" as I locked the door. Years later, I asked her how she did it. "It was hard," she said. "It
JACKSON from Page 26 fraud. The racism is blatant and purposeful.Observers suggest that laws like strict voter ID requirements may not have much of an effect. Others argue that some of the Republican reforms — making it harder to cast an absentee ballot, limiting hours of voting to make it harder for working people to vote — might actually impede Republicans as well as Democrats. But American history makes it clear how dangerous this offensive is. After the Civil War, freed slaves were given the right to vote. Discrimination on the basis of race or creed was made unconstitutional. Biracial majority coalitions were forged in many of the former slave states. African Americans were
MORIAL from Page 26 value of a home is not determined by the race of its owner. The New Normal: Diverse, Equitable, and Inclusive makes the case that dismantling structural racism identifying and repairing the cracks in our national foundation — will result in more resilient and dynamic institutions that expand opportunity for everyone. To quote a flippant sentiment frequently shared on social media, "Equal rights for others does not mean less rights for you. It’s not pie." Perhaps the most vivid illustration of the tension between the forces competing for the soul of America was the Jan. 6 insurrection, when a violent mob dissatisfied with the results of the 2020 presidential election stormed the U.S. Capitol in an effort to overturn it. Led by white supremacists and right-wing extremists, the insurrection represented both a counter-response to the ongoing protests against racial injustice and an almost
would have been harder to see my children go without. " We never missed a meal or an educational opportunity. We might have missed some toys, but you can't miss what you can't measure. We had an exceptional childhood because my mom did her best to support us, running us all over the city on the bus because she didn't drive, enrolling us in cultural activities, and (sometimes) supporting our political involvement. Dr. Dorothy Irene Height often said that "Black women don't do
what we want to do; we do what we have to do." I think of my mama, a Mississippi-raised, middle-class hat-and-glove-wearing diva working in the post office so that my siblings and I could eat, and I think of the many ways that Black Women's Pay Equity Day is so meaningful. Too many Black have earned too little for working too hard and so much. Too many Black women have experienced not only unequal pay but also unequal and unreasonable working conditions. And we have
been forced to work to facilitate other women's ability to work. For example, 40% of the certified nurse's assistants (CNAs) during covid were Black and Brown. Their work made life easier for others, but it was rarely recognized. Instead, it was insistently expected. We, Black women, do what we have to do to support our families and the nation. Maybe we can get some recognition for it, especially this Aug. 3. WI
elected to local and state offices. New progressive constitutions guaranteed the right to education, and progressive investments in schools, health and housing were passed. The reaction of the displaced plantation class was fierce, violent and utterly corrosive. Once more, lies about corruption and fraud were spread. Terrorists like the Ku Klux Klan murdered and threatened. Jim Crow laws were passed to limit the right to vote. Registrars learned how to enforce restrictions to make it virtually impossible for African Americans to register and vote. The South descended into legalized apartheid that lasted for nearly 100 years until the civil rights movement forced a change. If we are to avoid a mod-
ern-day version of that reaction, action is needed now. Democrats in the Senate should unite around key voting rights reforms — federal standards that would provide minimum standards for free elections — and pass them, even if it requires suspending the filibuster. Across the country, Republicans must be taught that the price they pay for undermining free elections is far greater than any benefit they might reap. That requires that corporations demand an end to voter suppression. It requires Republicans who care about the Republic to call out those peddling the Big Lie and stand up against voter suppression. Most of all, it requires those who are the primary targets of electoral disenfranchisement — African
Americans, Latinos, the young — to organize and mobilize, to increase their turnout even in the face of the new obstacles. In state after state, Republicans are virtually guaranteeing that urban voters will face long lines, shorter hours, fewer voting sites. Their effort to suppress our votes should help us spread the word of how important that vote is. We must make those who would once more seek to suppress our votes pay for the insult big time. Donald Trump's irresponsibility and Republican cowardice are undermining the democracy. The peril is great. If not challenged and stopped, our democracy itself is at risk from the poisonous brew. It is time for patriots to stand up. WI
perfect example of the injustice that inspired them. In the months leading up to the insurrection, peaceful racial justice protesters around the nation had been met with the aggressive tactics of militarized police, clad in fatigues and armor, assaulted with tear gas and rubber bullets, buffeted by the violent winds of swooping helicopters. The extremists who stormed the Capitol on Jan. 6 had openly plotted the insurrection on social media, declaring their intentions to "storm the government buildings, kill cops, kill security guards, kill federal employees and agents." Yet they were met with no troops in riot gear. no military helicopters. No tear gas was deployed as the mob shoved its way past barricades. Vastly outnumbered police stepped aside and allowed the mob to storm the Capitol. The mob was motivated by furious resentment over historic Black and brown voter turnout that contributed to the loss of their preferred candidate, Donald Trump. Baseless
claims of fraud sought to tarnish the integrity of elections in Black and brown communities, and lawsuit after lawsuit sought to invalidate votes in those jurisdictions. The "Big Lie" — the myth that the election was "stolen" — succeeded largely because it blamed voters of color for stealing it. It frames the promise of a multicultural, pluralistic democracy as an act of theft from the dominant white majority. Whether we are to achieve a "New Normal" that is truly diverse, equitable, and inclusive will depend in large measure upon our response to the "Big Lie." A capitulation on voting rights is not only a fast track back to the "old normal," it would further entrench the white supremacist ideology that has warped our society over centuries. Compelling analyses from our 2021 research partners — the Johns Hopkins Center for Health Equity, the Center for Policing Equity, and the Brookings Institution — turn some conventional wisdom on its head. Did stop-and-frisk programs
not only fail to curb juvenile crime, but contribute to its increase? How does easing financial hardships affect health conditions like hypertension? Can a smartphone app lift unbanked households out of poverty and help repair their credit? As Jordan wrote in the very first State of Black America report, "It is our hope that this document will pierce the dark veil of neglect that has thus far smothered efforts to right of the past and the present. It is presented as an alternative to failed public policies. I hope that it will be read closely in the White House and in the Congress, and that it may influence decision-makers to open their eyes to the plight of Black Americans." Visit www.StateOfBlackAmerica.org to view the full report. Our dynamic Virtual Event, which includes in-depth discussion of the issues raised by the report, can be accessed at https://soba.iamempowered. com/2021-virtual-series. WI
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JEALOUS from Page 27 and voter suppression will make some non-Black students uncomfortable," history professor Timothy Snyder wrote in the New York Times Magazine. Those laws give power to white students and parents to censor honest teaching of history. "It is not exactly unusual for white people in America to express the view that they are being treated unfairly; now such an opinion could bring history classes to a halt." Snyder also explained how new state "memory laws" are connected to voter suppression.
ASKIA from Page 27 voracious appetites sports franchises — from massive tax breaks to huge land giveaways — in order to make room for new stadium after new stadium. Sports was once a pathway to education and escape into the middle class for Black folks. The sports success story is still important, only too many people today believe that success in sports is the goal, rather than an opportunity to get a free education. The amateur athletic industry in the U.S. (dominated by the U.S. Olympic Committee — after all, an Olympic gold medal is the most coveted prize in sports) has tricked and robbed student-athletes for decades. Powerhouse schools sold tickets and paraphernalia, and collected endorsements based on the performance of student-athletes who went paid, in order to maintain their eligibility and their amateur status. Little by little, the courts have been opening up the restrictions
"In most cases, the new American memory laws have been passed by state legislatures that, in the same session, have passed laws designed to make voting more difficult," he wrote. "The memory management enables the voter suppression." "The history of denying Black people the vote is shameful," he explained. "This means that it is less likely to be taught where teachers are mandated to protect young people from feeling shame. The history of denying Black people the vote involves law and society. This means that it is less likely to be taught where teach-
ers are mandated to tell students that racism is only personal prejudice." As I wrote in The Nation, farright attempts to suppress honest teaching about racism is meant to "convince a segment of white voters that they should fear and fight our emerging multiracial and multiethnic democratic society" and to "help far-right politicians take and hold power, no matter the cost to our democracy." That's also what voter suppression bills are designed to do. We cannot tolerate either of these assaults on democracy. WI
For me, I see only one equitable solution: Scrap the whole system and then rebuild it without the financial exploitation architecture, a system which the Olympics long ago outlived. against collegiate athletes receiving "endorsements" and other forms of compensation, a victory for the athletes. Back at San Jose State Tommie Smith was employed part-time at an auto dealership, and wouldn't you know it, folks would occasionally show up from time to time to make sure he working for the pay, and not just receiving money under the table. At the same time, many of the administrators have been caught, shamed, and even convicted for stealing money on top of their million-dollar salaries for coaching and administering some college sports, all the while the athletes whose behavior
on the field of play attracts so much financial support, go wanting. As far as sports branding goes, the Olympic Games are the top banana, and have proven themselves to be ripe for exploitation. Host cities rarely profit from their mega-investments to lure games, and invariably residents — most certainly to be low-wealth persons — suffer the greatest loss and displacement. For me, I see only one equitable solution: Scrap the whole system and then rebuild it without the financial exploitation architecture, a system which the Olympics long ago outlived. WI
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