The Prince George’s Post

A COMMUNITY NEWSPAPER FOR PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY Since 1932

Vol. 75, No. 24 June 14 - June 20, 2007 Prince George’s County, Maryland Newspaper of Record Phone: 301-627-0900 25 cents Construction of State of the Art Cancer Treatment Center Begins in Greenbelt Doctor’s Community Hospital Will Provide Unique, Critical Services

Courtesy DOCTORS COM- MUNITY HOSPITAL

(GREENBELT, MD) — On Tursday, June 7, state offi- cials helped break ground at the event that marked the beginning of construction of a professional office building facility in Greenbelt, MD, that will soon be home to the award-winning Doctors Community Hospital (DCH). The 64,000 square foot PHOTO COURTESY MICHAEL YOURISHIN/ OFFICE OF THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE building will feature a region- Testifying before the Senate Judiciary Committee, County al cancer center incorporating Executive Jack B. Johnson supports the imposition of criminal a state-of-the-art linear accel- PHOTO COURTESY DOCTOR’S COMMUNITY HOSPITAL sanctions against individuals who minsinform voters. erator as part of a comprehen- Elected leaders broke the ground at the Doctor’s Community Hospital site this Thursday, June sive radiation therapy and 7. (L-R): Rev. Shirley Gravely-Currie; Camille Exum, County Council Chair; County Council County Executive oncology program. member Eric Olsen, (D)- District III; Doctors Community Hospital President Philip Down; In addition, there will be a Maryland Lt. Gov. Anthony Brown; State Sen. Ulysses Currie (D)- Distrtict 25; Maryland new outpatient radiology cen- Prince George’s County Executive Jack Johnson; Eugene Grant, Mayor, Seat Pleasant; State Del. Douglas J.J. Peters (D)-District 23; Del. Tawanna P. Gaines (D)- District 22; Del. Anne Testifies Before Senate See Doctors, Page A5 Healey (D)- District 22. Johnson Emphasizes the Importance of Veracity in Political Campaigning PGPD Community Courtesy OFFICE OF THE that voice.” COUNTY EXECUTIVE The bill was introduced by Senator Barack Obama (D-IL) Policing Institute (WASHINGTON, DC) – and co-sponsored by Senator Prince George’s County Ben Cardin (D-MD) and Executive Jack Johnson testi- Judiciary Committee Chair Graduates 53 fied before the Senate Judiciary Senator Pat Leahy (D-VT), Committee on Thursday, June among others. 7, in support of S. 453, the Johnson testified about Deceptive Practices and Voter events surrounding the Police Chief Introduced 2007 Intimidation Prevention Act of November 2006 General Graduating Class to Community, 2007. Election in Maryland. He PHOTO COURTESY PGPD “If left unchecked, voter spoke about signs placed Presented Awards at UMCP Adele throughout the county suggest- Student officers are sworn-in at the Session 101 Graduation of deception threatens the founda- the PGPD Community Policing Institute Thursday, June 7. tion on which our nation was ing that the Democratic Party H. Stamp Student Union supported slavery and false lit- built,” Johnson said. “Our Courtesy PGPD public safety officials last night and one Maryland Park Police where intellect, technology and system serves as a beacon of erature suggesting that he sup- to host the graduation of sixty- officer. vision have transformed the light to billions across the ported the Republican candi- (COLLEGE PARK, three graduates from Police Chief High told recruits world. You are a part of this globe by giving a voice in gov- dates for Governor and U.S. MD)—Prince George’s County Academy Session #110. The that the department’s new era where safety is highly ernment through the simple act Senate. Police Chief Melvin C. High ceremony was held at The Community Oriented Policing challenged in new ways, but is of casting a ballot. Voter “Voters should not expect and Vernon Herron, Deputy University of Maryland. The philosophy addressed the com- paramount to a livable society.” intimidation, through false and to see signs posted about being Chief Administrator for Public graduating class included fifty- munity’s high expectations of Deputy Chief of Public See Voting, Page A7 deceptive practices silences Safety/Director of Homeland three new county police offi- the department. High said Safety Vernon Herron focused Security, joined other county cers, nine Sheriff’s Deputies …you live in the best of times, See Graduation, Page A3 Conference Trains NOAA Satellite Local Female Leaders Women Encouraged to Become Facility Opens in Leaders for Today and Tomorrow Suitland Courtesy AMERICAN pus leaders, the conference was ASSOCIATION OF UNI- organized around the theme $81 Million Facility to Provide VERSITY WOMEN “Leadership for Today and Tomorrow.” First Line of Defense to Nation (WASHINGTON, DC) – The National Conference 350 college women gathered in for College Women Student Courtesy OFFICE OF SEN- (NOAA) Satellite Operations the nation’s capital for a two- Leaders has been in existence ATOR BARBARA MIKUL- Facility (NSOF) in Prince day conference focusing on for more than 20 years, and this SKI George’s County on Monday, important, contemporary lead- year, students will not only PHOTO COURTESY MICHAEL YOURISHIN/ OFFICE OF THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE June 11. As Chairman of the ership issues. Eight students come to DC to tour the city and (L-R) County Executive Jack Johnson, Under Secretary of (SUITLAND, MD) – Commerce, Justice, from the University of network, but will perform com- Commerce for Oceans and Atmosphere Vice Admiral Conrad Senator Barbara A. Mikulski Appropriations Subcommittee C. Lautenbacher, Jr. (Ret.), US Senator Benjamin L. Cardin, Maryland, College Park and munity service at two local (D-MD) celebrated the dedica- that funds NOAA, Senator US Senator Barbara A. Mikulski were among the public offi- nine students from Prince women’s shelters. The students tion of the new building for the Mikulski fought to secure more will sort and package toiletries cials who came to the opening of the Satellite Facility in National Oceanic and than $81 million for this facili- George’s Community College Suitland. The facility will house employees from the and clothing as they learn from Atmospheric Association’s See NOAA, Page A5 (PGCC) were among those in Deparment of Defense, NOAA, and other agencies. attendance. an expert in the community Aimed to provide female outreach field, who has devoted students with opportunities to his life to helping women in build leadership, advocacy, net- need. The items will benefit the UMUC Opens Network Security Lab working, financial manage- Rachael Women’s Center and ment, and other skills as cam- See AAUW, Page A6 Hands-On Computer Security Education, Equipment, and Training in Yokota, Japan Will be Used to Teach Students in US, Europe and Asia

INSIDE Courtesy UNIVERSITY OF and Security Laboratory at its – allowed UMUC to develop a Excellence in Information MARYLAND, UNIVERSI- Asia campus in Yokota, Japan. network systems lab Assurance Education by the TY COLLEGE The lab was developed as a Heidelberg, Germany and to National Security Agency and COMMUNITY BUSINESS result of an in-kind grant from enhance its existing laboratory the U.S. Department of Susan G. Komen National State-of-the-art residential (ADELPHI, MD) – Cisco Systems’ Critical at its main campus in Adelphi Homeland Security – to sup- Race for the Cure Raises $4 construction testing laborato- University of Maryland Infrastructure Assurance late last year. port face-to-face and online University College (UMUC) Group. In addition, the grant – Each lab allows UMUC – courses by teaching basic and Million A3 ry and market research facili- announced today that it has which comes in the form of lab which is designated as a advanced computer security ty opens A5 developed its Network Systems equipment and faculty training National Center of Academic See Security, Page A7 A2 —June 14 - June 20, 2007 — The Prince George’s Post Towns and NEIGHBORS Clinton Conversations

By NORMA FAZENBAKER with scholarships during its 23rd 301.579.6116 Annual Black and Gold Ball. The event was held last month at Colony On June 7, I made my second visit South Hotel, where the fraternity to Toby’s Dinner Theatre in Baltimore awarded six scholarships to deserving to see Fiddler on the Roof. I was not Prince George’s County graduating as happy with my seat this time, and I seniors Robert Carter and Aaron am definitely planning on asking for a Richburg, graduates of High Point seat in a different area of the theater High School; Bret Blair, a graduate of when I go to see Grease on August 9. Friendly High School; Je’Mere I hope you are enjoying the hot Mooney, a graduate of Grace Brethren weather, as I am. I don’t really care for Christian School; Xavier Summers, a temperatures in the 90s- but we have to graduate of Charles Flower High have those temperatures when it is School; and, Christopher Waiters, a summer, don’t we? graduate of Oxon Hill High School. On June 16 at 7:30 p.m. at a his- The fraternity also awarded Clinton toric home in Brandywine, the Davies resident and community activist Memorial Unitarian Universalist Tamara Davis Brown with a Church will host a book discussion. Community Service Award for her out- Don’t Think of an Elephant by George standing contributions of community Lakoff will be discussed. For more service. Tamara serves as President of PHOTO COURTESY DOCTORS COMMUNITY HOSPITAL information or for directions, if you the Surratts-Clinton Democratic Club. Doctors Community Hospital President Philip Down (above) presided over the opening of a new cancer treatment want to attend this event call For more information about other facility in Greenbelt this weekend. See Page A5 . 301.782.9922 or e-mail a representa- community events sponsored by the tive of the church at [email protected]. fraternity, Iencourage you to contact Also on June 16, the 2nd Annual Leon Reynolds, chapter president, at Juneteenth Celebration will take place [email protected] or call Aquasco-Brandywine at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter- Tamara at 301.704.0930. day Saints in Suitland from 8:30 a.m. Congratulations to South County until 4:30 p.m. Juneteenth is a holiday activist Bob Ross on his election to the By RUTH TURNER vided at Prince George’s Community grades 5-11. Registration for the clin- that is celebrated throughout the seat of President of the Prince 301.888.1139 College are designed to challenge and ic is due August 1. Instruction and United States. It symbolizes for many George’s County Council of PTAs. In stimulate students leaving grades 2-7 participation is all phases of basketball African Americans what the Fourth of my opinion, Bob is an impressive com- Health Resources and Service during the 2006-07 school year. will be provided. For more informa- July symbolizes for others. munity- and political activist. I believe Administration (HRSA) Classes are held Monday through tion, contact the college’s athletic The seminar at the Church of his strong leadership will bring the HRSA offers information about Friday. Report cards must be present- department at 301.322.0513 between Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints is kind of vigilance and stability that is community health center that may ed at registration. For more informa- the hours of 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. free to the community. The theme for necessary for the county PTA to offer prescription assistance to low tion, call 301.222.0866. Vacation Church School the event will be “Footprints and become an effective force for raising income patients. Learn more about Brandywine/North Keys Civic Nottingham/Myers United Roots,” with a focus on ancestry. academic achievement in our public the center by calling Association Methodist Church will join Brookfield This year a series of workshops and a school system. Because vigorous 1.888.ASK.HRSA. The next meeting of the and Immanuel United Methodist panel discussion will be presented, parental involvement is essential for Local Agencies on Aging Brandywine/ North Keys Civic Churches in planning for Vacation geared to encourage novice genealo- our school system to meet the chal- Local area agencies on aging may Association is Wednesday, June 20, Church School. It will take place on gists and to commemorate the historic lenges of the 21st century economy, be able to help patients aged 65 years at the Spirit of Faith Christian Center August 13-17 from 6 – 9 p.m. event. If you are interested in attend- let’s all endeavor to make sure that and older who cannot afford to pur- in Brandywine, MD. The event will The theme for Vacation Church ing this event, register by calling every one of our schools has an active chase their medicines. To contact be held at 7:00 p.m. School will be “Lift Off- Soaring to 301.322.9409 or 301.808.6240. and aggressive PTA . your local agency on aging, call Summer Basketball Clinic New Heights With God.” The Kappa Epsilon Lambdon **The biggest gripe of retirees is 1.800.677.1116. A clinic will be offered at Prince June Birthday Observances Foundation of Alpha Phi Alpha that there is not enough time to get Summer 2007 Youth Courses George’s Community College in Best wishes and God’s blessings Fraternity, Inc. honored local students everything done. The Summer Youth Courses pro- Lanham, MD, for boys and girls in See Aquasco, Page A7 Local Activist Recognized by Sierra Club Serving Suitland

Imani Kazana Recieves Mike Maloney Environmental Service Award By JANICE A. EUELL Terrace Drive. The classes will be 301.523.2677 held in the basement of the facility Councilman Tom Dernoga held Watershed Society, Friends of Still which is located behind the rental an event to bring together environm- Creek, Anacostia Watershed School is out! Do you know office. Registration for the group is netal groups in Prince George’s Restoration Partnership, Vansville what your child is doing for the still open. This is a marvelous County at Bladensburg Waterfront Civic Association, and the Sierra summer? Don't leave your child opportunity for young girls to asso- Park Saturday, June 6 for the first Club Prince George’s & Montgomery idle this summer. There are lots of ciate with their peers for social, cul- Green Spring Social, a day-long pic- Groups. summer programs in which they can tural and emotional support. nic and potluck event. The Sierra Club honored Prince participate. Parents are encouraged to call Ms. Environmentalists from across the Georgian Imani Kazana at the event, Beginning this week on the Gause at 240.462.7281 to register county came to network, learn,and making Kazana the 2007 Mike grounds of Parkway Terrace for the next session. honor outstanding members of the Maloney Environmental Service Apartments in Suitland, Geneva Training and workshops will be Prince George’s County environmen- Award recipient for her contributions Gause will host a new program to available to help our young ladies as tal movement. to preserving the environmental qual- guide young girls toward responsi- they prepare to accept the numerous The event featured informative ity and the quality of the human envi- ble adulthood. The Isiserettes challenges of womanhood. booths staffed by environmental issue ronment for residents in the area out- Club of MISR Court #193 will be Participants will attend the theater groups from across the county. lying Chillum, MD; Kazana played a lead by Ms. Gause in cooperation and will be exposed to other arts Among the groups represented at the major role in combating an unsustain- with ROJA, an organization that programs. event were the Friends of the Lower PHOTO COURTESY IMANI KAZANA able development, the construction of The Sierra Club awarded the 2007 operates an After School Learning Parents, if you have a young Beaverdam, Interfaith Coalition for a gas storage and pumping station in Center on the property. man and you would like him to par- the Environment, Beaverdam Creek Mike Maloney Environmental Chillum. Mike Maloney was a Service Award to Imani Kazana for The free program will involve ticipate in a Masonic program for Watershed Watch Group, CHEARS County Council member, a member her role in preventing Washington girls between the ages of 6 - 17. males, ROJA also has a contact for (Chesapeake Education, Arts & Gas from building an unwanted of the PG County Civic Federation, The first meeting of the group will them. Give Geneva or me a call if Research Society), WSSC, Anacostia facility in Chillum, MD. and also an environmentalist. take place on Wednesday, June 13, you are interested in either of these at 7:30 p.m. at 3415 Parkway programs. In and Around Morningside-Skyline

By MARY MCHALE payments: $30 to the U.S. Postal will be attending Belmont University in The New Prince George’s Post 301.735.3451 Service ($45 if photos are taken) and Nashville, Tenn. She is the daughter of $67 (for adults)/$52 (for minors) to the Ernest and Margaret Vilky of Auth The Prince George’s Post Editor/Publisher Passport Fair Department of State. Payments must Village. P.O. Box 1001 Legusta Floyd Now is the time to get that passport be made by check or money order. Mitchell Mudd is graduating from 15207 Marlboro Pike Advertising or to renew the one you have. All this may sound a little compli- Northern High School, in Calvert Upper Marlboro, MD 20772-3151 Brenda Boice Conveniently, Suitland Post Office will cated, but if you want to visit the County, and will attend St. John’s Phone 301-627-0900 be holding a Passport Fair on Saturday, Tower of London or cruise the Danube, University in Queens, N.Y. He is the Legal Fax • 301-627-6260 Graphic Designer June 23, from 2 p.m. - 6 p.m. and on get that passport now. son of Michael and Ann Mudd of Editorial Fax • 301-627-8147 Kyler Quesenberry Sunday, June 24, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Morningside Firefighter Injured Dunkirk. He is also my handsome Contents © 2004, The Prince George’s Editorial Assistant For a new passport, bring (1) Tim Omerod, a long-time member great-nephew. Post Emily Apatov proof of citizenship (original Birth of the Morningside Fire Department, Susan Simpson emailed news Certificate,, previous passport, or was injured on the scene of an apart- about two family trips to Princeton, Prince George’s County, Md. Member National Newspaper Publishers Association, Naturalization Certificate); (2) proof ment fire on Donnell Place in the Holly W.Va., to see her son Frank Houck and the Maryland, Delaware, District of Columbia Press Association. of identity (Driver’s License, Hill Condominiums on May 30. He graduate from Concord University and The Prince George’s Post (ISSN 10532226) is published every Thursday by the New Government or Military ID); (3) two was admitted to MedStar Burn Center later to watch her daughter Nicole Prince George’s Post Inc., 15207 Marlboro Pike, Upper Marlboro, Md. 20772-3151. recent identical photos (available at the in serious condition with inhalation Houck graduate from James Monroe Subscription rate: 25 cents per single copy; $15 per year; $7.50 senior citizens and students; out of county add $1; out of state add $2. Periodical postage paid at event for $15); (4) and, fees ($97 for burns. He has since been released. High School. Grandparents of the adults and $82 for minors aged 15 and Southern Md. 20790. Graduations graduates are Harry Guy, of Larches Postmaster, send address changes to Prince George’s Post, P.O. Box 1001, Upper under). Sarah Vilky graduated from Court in Morningside, and Frank and Marlboro, Md. 20772-3151. Fees must be made in two separate Pallotti High School, in Laurel, and See Morningside, Page A7 June 14 - June 20, 2007 — The Prince George’s Post —A3 COMMUNITY

Susan G. Komen National Race for the Cure Raises $4 Million Funds From 18th Annual Race Will Provide More Support, Funds, Screenings for Breast Cancer

By CHINUA J. BEN- majority of the 45,000 screening and treat- a disorderly manner. FORD participants wore ment. When this happens, Contributing Writer bright pink shirts. In hats that read lumps – or tumors – No matter how "co-survivor, pink form in the breast. Some walked participants in the 18th shoelaces, visors, and The lumps can be with representatives of annual Susan G. other accessories, par- benign, non-threaten- non-profit organiza- Komen National Race ticipants who had fin- ing, or malignant. tions, others with pri- for the Cure chose to ished the course “Malignant tumor vate-sector businesses. show their support, all Saturday cheered cells can invade near- Still others walked were united under one other participants on by tissue and spread to with family members mission: to fight breast to the finish line. other parts of the body. from earlier genera- cancer by participating According to A malignant tumor tions. Some ran, swift- in the fundraiser on information published that develops in the ly passing the National Saturday, June 2. This on the Internet by the breast is called breast Monument on their year’s event raised Susan G. Komen for cancer.” (periods go way down approximately $4 mil- the Cure, breast cancer inside quotes.)(Do you PHOTO COURTESY SUSAN G. KOMEN RACE FOR THE CURE Constitution Ave. to lion in funds for breast occurs when cells in need quotes to say An assembly gathered in support of research and prevention education for women’s cancers at the finish line. A cancer research, the breast reproduce in See Komen, Page A7 the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure on Saturday, June 2, in Washington, DC. 27 Community Policing Officers Recognized, 53 Graduate

Scholastic Achiever, awarded to Officer Steven Love, PGPD; the Rodney G. Chaney Award for Outstanding Student Officer, awarded to Officer Clinton Foster, PGPD; the Steven F. Gaughan Memorial Award for Achievement in Criminal Law Award, accepted by Officer Steven Love, PGPD; the Second Place PHOTO COURTESY PGPD Scholastic A graduate at the ceremony salutes Prince George’s County Police Chief Melvin C. High. PHOTO COURTESY PGPD Achievement Award, Marksmanship Award Winner Jorgaq Shkurti receives award from to Deputy Brendan Lt. Col. Markus Summers. McGaffin, PGSD; the Third Place Scholastic PGPD from A1 Fifty-one Police delivery on the five- Achievement Award, on the quality and Department graduates year hiring strategy to Officer Brandon importance of the who took the oath of initiated by Prince Moroney, PGPD; the training recruits office have been George’s County Marksmanship Award, receive. Herron said, assigned to each of the Executive Jack B. to Officer Jorgaq “The rigorous training six county Police Johnson and Chief Shkurti, PGPD; the required to get each District Stations, join- High in 2005. Sergeant Robert J. recruit to this point is ing the 70 who gradu- Awards for out- Talbert Award for a testament to the ded- ated and were standing achievement Physical Fitness, ication and commit- assigned to districts on and performance were Officer Iris Borrero, ment to police work in May 18, 2007. Two given to members of PGPD, and Officer Prince George’s graduates are tem- Session 110, including Michael Myerly, County. Now, these porarily assigned to the Chief’s Leadership PGPD; and the Police officers have the the Community Award, given to Vehicle Operations responsibility to apply Policing Institute. Officer Iris Borrero, Award, received by what they’ve learned The graduates PGPD; the Sergeant Officer Christopher to help create a better represent the depart- Joseph K. Brown Hauf, PGPD. PHOTO COURTESY PGPD society.” ment’s consistent Award for the Top DCAO for Public Safety Vernon Herron Congratulates Fitness Award Winner Iris Borrero. Children's "Hot Picks" for Summer Reading Fun - 2007 Edition University of Maryland Professor Makes Recommendations for Childrens’ Summer Reading

By JENNIFER TURNER and English in a beautiful text. a fun way to get children inter- prejudice during the 1960s (Arthur A. Levine Books 2007) Rowling's magical Harry Potter UMCP College of Education ested in the world around them affected one African American by J. K. Rowling series, will be released on July I'm Dirty and learn fun facts about ani- family forever. Harry Potter and the 21, 2007. Join millions of Picture Books (HarperCollins, 2006) mals and insects. Harry Potter and the Deathly Deathly Hallows , the seventh enthusiastic readers who will Hallows David Gets in Trouble Kate & Jim McMullan and final book in J.K. be lining up to see Harry. This book has lots of nois- Young Adult Fiction (Scholastic, 2002) es (e.g., Bonk! Clunk!), mud, by David Shannon (Note: These books may and trucks! It's a fun book to This book is a funny, heart- contain some topics which read to children who like trucks BEST WESTERN warming narrative, told by a may be inappropriate for and like bold, bright illustra- POTOMAC VIEW young boy named David. younger readers. Parents may tions. David does all types of want to read these books and things that get him into trouble, discuss them with their chil- SATURDAY NIGHT SPECIAL like throwing a baseball Easy Chapter Books/Nonfiction dren) ITALIAN BUFFET through the window. Although The Watsons Go To his mom gets mad, David real- Spiderman 3: Meet the 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM Heroes and the Villains Birmingham-1963 izes in the end that she still Romaine and Mascilin Salad (HarperCollins Books, 2007) (Laurel Leaf, 2000) loves him very much. Penne Pasta w/ Fresh Basil Pesto Sauce & Topped with Grilled Chicken Strips Adapted by Harry Lime by Christopher Paul Curtis My sons and I read this Fresh Baked Egg Plant Parmesan Many children have seen Winner of the Newberry book together quite often, and Home Made Vegetable Lasagna the Spiderman 3 movie in the- Honor and the Coretta Scott it is one of our favorites. Ravioli with Seafood in a Marinara Sauce aters, so they may be very King Honor Awards, this real- Spaghetti & Italian Sausage w/ Sweet Bell Peppers, Mushrooms and Tomato Sauce I Love Saturdays y Domingos interested in reading these istic fiction novel tells the Breadsticks (Aladdin Publishers, 2004) books. This particular text story of the Watsons, an by Alma Flor Ada introduces the heroes and the African American family liv- ing in Flint , MI in the 1960s. Dessert This story is an affection- villains in the movie. It makes Tiramisu, Cannoli, Assorted Cakes and Pies ate portrait of a bilingual girl's for good discussions because When Kenny, the narrator, weekend visits to her two sets they also discuss the intentions and his family go down South Freshly Brewed Regular and Decaffeinated Coffee and Iced Tea of grandparents. to take his rebellious brother, and the motivations of the char- Adults $13.95 Children (4-12) $6.95 Under 4 Free On Saturdays, she speaks Byron, to live with their grand- acters in the movie. For Reservations: (240) 493-1019 Mon-Fri 9AM-4PM English with her paternal mother, they all experience or AWasp is not a Bee one of the most turbulent times grandparents and on Domingos (240) 493- 1025 after 4PM & Weekends (Scholastic, 1995) in American history: the (Sundays), she speaks Spanish Walk-ins Welcome with her Mexican-American by Marilyn Singer bombing of a church with four Abuelito and Abuelita (grand- This nonfiction book has little girls inside. 6400 OXON HILL ROAD father and grandmother). easy-to-read chapters that com- This book shows the heal- OXON HILL, MD 20745 This story is wonderful pare animals and insects that ing power of families and (301) 749-9400 because it combines Spanish we oftentimes confuse. This is reveals how the racism and A4—June 14 - June 20, 2007 — The Prince George’s Post COMMENTARY

THE PRINCE GEORGE’S POST A Community Newspaper for Prince George’s County Depression Can Be A Serious Problem For Seniors by The American Counseling Association

Depression is a very real and serious health or repeated episodes of night-time wakefullness problem for many elderly people, yet one often followed by daytime sleepiness. ignored or overlooked. Too often, we incorrect- Depression can also upset normal eating ly assume that being depressed is just part of the patterns. There may be a lack of interest in food aging process. Depression at any age, however, and subsequent weight loss, or binge eating and is a health problem that needs to be treated. sudden weight gain. Recognizing true depression in the elderly Depression can leave the person feeling dis- can be difficult. For many older people there couraged, hopeless, and worthless. The person can be numerous reasons for feeling sad – the may have low energy levels, or perhaps high lev- recent loss of someone close, increased health els of anxiety, feelings of guilt or constant irri- problems, lessened social opportunities, finan- tability and demanding behavior. cial worries, and numerous other problems the If someone you care about (or you yourself) elderly can face. displays such symptoms over an extended peri- We Need to Get Our Top The key is recognizing the differences od of time, clinical depression could be the between simple sadness and actual depression. cause. There can be a variety of reasons for Depression is more than just an emotional low depression to strike, but the main thing to know Teachers in Schools that Need point. It’s a life-altering problem that can dimin- is that depression just doesn’t cure itself. It often ish every aspect of a person’s life, and that can worsens, always takes the joy out of living, and even lead to suicide. can be life-threatening. Them the Most Real depression is characterized by an Depressed persons should seek help. While ongoing, persistent mood. It’s not just having a clinical depression is a serious problem, once sad day or two, but facing a continual emotion- identified, a variety of effective treatments are By Senator Benjamin L. Cardin al low that interferes significantly with daily available. Consult with a counseling profession- functions and activities. al or other mental health professional to find out If you suspect someone may be suffering more about dealing with this issue. Good teachers are the key to a successful their income if they agree to teach in an under- from depression, there are a number of signs to “The Counseling Corner” is provided as a education system. That is because teachers who performing school for a four-year period. look for. Signs of depression include withdraw- public service by the American Counseling are well trained and highly qualified can help The legislation defines under-performing al from social activity, losing interest in pleasur- Association, the nation’s largest organization of children who are having trouble learning and schools as ones that fail to meet Adequate Yearly able activities, and ignoring personal care and counseling professionals. Learn more about the understanding the material. Unfortunately, too Progress (AYP) as defined in the No Child Left hygiene. A depressed person often has sleep counseling profession at the ACA web site, many of our schools lack the one critical ingredi- Behind Act (NCLBA). It defines “master problems like persistant difficulty falling asleep www.counseling.org. ent that children need to learn -- teachers who teacher” as someone who has at least five years can reach them and help them succeed. of teaching experience in a public elementary or We have an education problem in America. secondary school, holds a master’s degree, meets The schools that need the most experienced the definition of Highly Qualified as defined by teachers simply do not have the resources to the NCLBA, and has obtained advanced certifi- attract and keep them. Research shows that cation in their state licensing system or is certi- Clear Out Your Financial teacher quality has the most profound effect on fied by the National Board for Professional student achievement. Good teachers can improve Teaching Standards if the state does not have an achievement by a full year, a factor that over- advanced certification designation. Clutter and Save Time, Money, whelms the impact of any other educational The real tragedy in our education system is investment, including smaller class size. that so many of our schools are failing to meet I recently introduced the Master Teacher AYP performance standards. As currently and Headaches Act, S 1282, to tackle the problem of under-per- required by the NCLBA, 100% of our nation’s forming schools by attracting highly qualified students must meet AYP standards in reading, By Jason Alderman teachers to these schools. My legislation would math, and science by the 2013-14 school year. reward what I call “master teachers” by exempt- Currently, 311 of Maryland’s 1,420 public ing them from paying federal taxes on 25% of schools fail to meet this AYP standard. Nothing strikes more fear in an unorganized ranty. Put copies of receipts for tax-deductible person's heart than tax season, that time of the items in your tax file to save searching later. year when people pay dearly for a year's worth of • Insurance policies. Maintain separate stashing bills, receipts and other papers in a files for homeowners/renter's, car, life, disability shoebox. and medical insurance policies. Note how and LETTERS TO THE EDITOR I know, because I'm a recovering file-o- when you paid medical bills in case of a dis- phobe. I used to think it took too long to organize agreement with your insurer or doctor. my paperwork as it came in, until I later realized • Wills and trusts. Keep copies of your just how much time I wasted trying to find mis- most recent will and living trust, along with con- Cultivating Good Decision- placed records. tact information for attorney who helped set it Before the 2006 tax-filing season fades from up. memory, this is a good time to share a few orga- Cull the herd. Periodically purge your Making in Our Teens nizational tips that might make next April less folders of unneeded items. For example, after frantic. balancing your checkbook and credit card state- Set up a workable filing system. Using file ments, you can probably toss receipts unless you folders or envelopes, create separate files for dif- need them for proof of purchase or tax purposes. Dear Editor: Too often, our teens become jaded and/or on ferent financial records and stow items there Pay stubs can go once you've compared them to We thank you so much for your May 30 arti- the lookout for yet another moment of instant once you've paid or reviewed them. You don't your W2 form. And toss utility bills after a year, cle “Helping Your Teenagers Date Responsibly” gratification or thrill. School and other mundane necessarily need a filing cabinet - moving boxes unless you need them for a home office tax and “Wanted- a 2007 Class of Heros and but purposeful pursuits take distant back seats. or plastic storage bins also work. File categories deduction. Sheroes.” They provided excellent insights for In some areas, county and state health might include: Set aside a specific day each month to pay parents, teenagers, and everyone who is involved departments are facing epidemics from sexually • Tax returns, important tax documents your bills. It's a drag, but so is paying late fees. with teens. transmitted infections (STIs). Parents and reli- and receipts. Read IRS Publication 552 for rec- I'm a big believer in automatic bill paying, where For the last 25 years in our mental health gious leaders struggle with out-of-wedlock preg- ommendations on what to save and for how long your bills are paid automatically from your debit practice, we have addressed the gamut of adoles- nancies. (www.irs.gov). or credit card or bank account. cent problems: depression, self-abuse, violence, “You don’t want a teen in trouble to be too • Credit card, savings and checking Make a budget and stick to it. If you need misbehavior in school and at home, drinking and scared to call you,” is a quote from the responsi- account statements and purchase, deposit and helpmaking a budget, visit Practical Money drug problems, dating and relationship issues, ble dating article. Unfortunately, this lack of withdrawal receipts - one file for each account. Skills for Life, a free personal financial manage- and attention deficit and learning disabilities. 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Letters the the Editor We Value the Opinions of Our Readers. Subscribe to The Prince George’s Post Send your letter to: Editor, Prince George’s Post, 15207 Marlboro Pike, Call 301-627-0900 Upper Marlboro, MD 20772 June 14 - June 20, 2007 — The Prince George’s Post —A5 BUSINESS NAHB Research Facility Opens Facility May Develop Affordable Homes Solutions

PHOTO COURTESY NAHB Performing the ribbon-cutting for the new NAHB facility in Upper Marlboro this week were (front row, L-R) COO of Terre Belt, Thomas Kenney; NAHB Research Center Board

PHOTO COURTESY DOCTOR’S COMMUNITY HOSPITAL of Directors member Gary Grossman; President of the NAHB Research Center Board of (L-R): County Council Chair Camille Exum, Doctors Community Hospital President, Philip Directors, Michael Luzier; Chairman of the NAHB Research Center Board of Directors, Down, and Prince George’s County Executive Jack B. Johnson. Don Pratt; Director of Housing & Community Development, P.G. County, Thomas M. Thompson;NAHB Research Center associates Bob Arquilla and Jack Demetree; and (back row, L-R) NAHB Research Center Controller William Ingley and Miles Haber of NAHB.

Cancer Treatment Center Opens Courtesy OFFICE OF THE our County,” Johnson said. Previously, the Research COUNTY EXECUTIVE “The fact that you are Center employed over 85 pro- Doctors from A1 emergency department result- struction of medical office growing marks Prince fessionals. The new 42,000 ter that will support a women’s ing in modern, efficient facili- buildings. (UPPER MARLBORO, George’s County as the site of square-foot facility, represent- breast center and vascular insti- ties for the delivery of high BBL Construction Services MD) – Prince George’s the next generation of housing ing a $10 million investment tute. Many number of physi- quality clinical services to the are being assisted on the site by County Executive Jack research to improve the quali- in the expansion of the NAHB cians locating their offices in citizens of Prince George’s Gilbane Building Company and Johnson toured the National ty and affordability of homes research headquarters, will the new building. County,” said Philip B. Down, ADAMS Construction Association of Homebuilders’ across the nation.” provide many new profession- “This project is just the Chief Executive Officer of the Management. (NAHB) new state-of-the-art Over 200 of the nation’s al and technical jobs in the beginning of a major expansion Doctors Community Hospital Doctors Community residential construction test- prominent business leaders, Upper Marlboro community. r- program at Doctors Community in Greenbelt. Hospital is a 200 bed not-for- ing laboratory and market builders, and manufacturers, The NAHB Research Hospital that will add signifi- The $18,500,000 project is profit, acute care institution that research facility this week at a as well as representatives Center is in a significant g cant space for new clinical pro- expected to be complete in the has received numerous awards grand opening ceremony. from the U.S. Departments of growth mode. The nature of y grams in medical oncology, fall of 2008 and is being built over the years, including a “The expansion of the Housing and Urban its work brings national and ft vascular services, and surgery. by BBL Construction Services repeated ranking as one of National Association of Development, Energy and the international recognition to er There will also be new private of Albany, New York, a nation- America’s Best Hospitals by Homebuilder’s research facili- Environmental Protection the county, as residential con- rs patient rooms and an expanded al leader in the design and con- U.S. News and World Report. ty is a true representation of Agency joined with Johnson struction is one of the largest or the strong economic growth in to celebrate the expansion of engines of economic growth ts the NAHB research center. in the nation. y i- i- al n Suitland NOAA Facility Opens is et y ’s g, r. c

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PHOTO COURTESY MIKE YEARISHIN/ OFFICE OF THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE n June 16, 2007 The NOAA facility in Suitland will monitor weather, predicting natural hazards. nt From 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. ne NOAA from A1 perity in our County,” Prince Center and to Prince George’s h Register for Vacation Bible School and Enjoy ty, which plays an important George’s County Executive County as they move in to this y role in protecting the nation Jack Johnson said. “I want to new state-of-the-art facility.” from natural disasters. commend GSA and NOAA for The NSOF houses opera- i- Moonbounce Cloth-a-thon g- “NOAA and its employ- their commitment to the tions of national and global Suitland Federal Center and to significance 24 hours a day, Food and Drinks Read Aloud ees are world-class – from the o researchers to the scientists, Prince George’s County as seven days a week. It is the i- Health Fair Book-Exchange forecasters and satellite they move in to this new state- mission control center for the of experts. They are working of-the-art facility.” nation’s weather satellites – n Toys Comedy everyday to save lives and “Today’s dedication for serving as the first line of we livelihoods. The nation NOAA’s new Satellite Facility defense against natural haz- is depends on them to help local is a true representation of what ards. It tracks the movement of e, weather forecasters get it right we are doing in the Suitland storms, coordinates satellite- es Vacation Bible School so our citizens can secure their community of Prince George’s assisted search and rescue, property and protect their fam- County. It shows that we are collects satellite information ilies, and to assist in search continuing to establish a new and makes it useful for fore- Kent Baptist Church and rescue operations for lost era of greater growth and pros- casters and climate 7006 Flagstaff Street mariners,” said Senator perity in our County,” Johnson researchers, and enables better ff Mikulski. “They deserve a said. predictions about tomorrow’s Landover, Maryland 20785 world-class facility so they According to representa- weather and the Earth’s cli- can do their job and meet tives from the Office of the mate 50 years from now. Since June 18 - 22, 2007 NOAA’s mission and man- County Executive, the 1982, it has saved 20,000 lives 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. date.” Suitland facility complements worldwide and more than “Today’s dedication for the new Census Headquarters 5,500 lives in the United NOAA’s new Satellite Facility in Suitland, with both opera- States. Willie J. Carter, Pastor is a true representation of what tions contributing to the revi- The new, world-class Janet Goode, Director of VBS we are doing in the Suitland talization of the Suitland com- facility replaces a WWII-era community of Prince George’s munity. building, also improving the Contact the church at 301.773.8299 County. It shows that we are “I want to commend GSA work environment for the 549 continuing to establish a new and NOAA for their commit- federal employees and con- for directions and transportation era of greater growth and pros- ment to the Suitland Federal tractors that work there. A6—June 14 - June 20, 2007 — The Prince George’s Post Out on theT OWN Ocean’s Thirteen a Charm, a “Classic Popcorn Picture”

By STEVE RHODES OCEAN’S THIRTEEN smells Terry Benedict, the money man www.InternetReviews.com like anything but an onion.) or multimillion dollar loan The setup for the plot is shark they are forced to turn to Sometimes — albeit not that Danny and his crew are when their con starts running very often in the movie world going to take down Willie Bank wildly over budget. — three really is a charm. (Al Pacino), whom you can The movie is filled with With OCEAN’S THIRTEEN, think of as the Donald Trump of wonderful, Damon Runyon sort the third in his OCEAN’S the Vegas strip. Bank made of dialog. “I don’t lose,” Bank series, director Steven Danny’s friend and mentor, tells Danny early on, “People Soderbergh gets lucky and Reuben Tishkoff (Elliott who bet against me lose and comes up with a real winner. I Gould), an offer Reuben could- lose big.” Bank is a guy so haven’t been a fan of the series n’t refuse, unless he was willing rich that the silver (cutlery) in up until now, but this latest out- to jump off a skyscraper. The the rooms in his high end suites ing from Danny Ocean (George offer looks like it will prove is all gold. Late in the story, Clooney) and his crew, which is fatal for Reuben, since it causes Bank again tries to threaten made up of just about every him to suffer a massive heart Danny, but this time it is Danny PHOTO COURTESY ROTTENTOMATOES.COM actor in Hollywood, is just too attack. The movie can even be who gets the best line. “I know In the sequel to Ocean's Eleven and Ocean's Twelve, the cast is reunited with director Steven much fun to say anything bad downright touching in some of all the guys that you’d hire to Soderbergh and producer Jerry Weintraub; Al Pacino and Ellen Barkin join the cast for the new adventure. about it. the scenes surrounding bedrid- come after me, and they like me Sure the easy going pacing den and dying Reuben. better than you,” Danny smugly lion dollars in a matter of min- come up with a scheme for this for “brief sensuality” and and the convoluted plot may A classic popcorn picture, tells Bank about his threat. utes. The big problem is their too. Everything, however, will would be acceptable for kids put off some, but I was thor- its best part is the long and elab- So how does Danny plan to “exit strategy.” No, not how run into plenty of funny snags, around 9 and up. oughly entertained by the orate con that Danny plans with hurt Bank? They’ll let the Danny and company can sneak which only serves to enhance The film opens nationwide shenanigans on the screen, as Rusty Ryan (Brad Pitt), Linus “whales” win at the opening of out of the casino, but how they our viewing pleasure. in the United States on Friday, the cross and double cross Caldwell (Matt Damon), Bank’s new casino, his pride can get the whales out before RATING (0 TO ****): June 8, 2007. In the Silicon unfolded like layers on an Basher Tarr (Don Cheadle) and and joy. Translated, that they gamble away everything *** Valley, it will be showing at the onion. (Hmm, should have the other crooks that work with means they plan on rigging the they won, hence giving it all OCEAN’S THIRTEEN AMC theaters and the Century thought of a better metaphor, him. Especially good in a casino so that the really big back to Bank. Danny will runs 2:02. It is rated PG-13 theaters. since the deliciously colorful small part is Andy Garcia as high rollers can win a half a bil- Calendar of Events 100 Black Men of Greater Washington Wednesday, June 13 Robinson at 301.297.7769. Youths aged 13-17 are Thursday, June 21 DC to Hold Family Health Day Fair encouraged to meet at the Family Fun Night in Mt. Clearwater Nature Center in Ranier will take place from Aetna, Seat Pleasant Recreation Center Sponsor Provision of Free Clinton or the Mt. Ranier 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Nature & Recreation Center corner of 31st Avenue & Screenings, Early Detection Techniques, Disease Prevention Strategies and vanpool to the local 4-H Hamilton Street. The event Center for an Xtreme Teens will include crafts, a presen- Overnight Adventure. The tation by a naturalist from By JAMES PROCTOR include free screenings for high fully treated. cated to giving time to enhance outing will include kayaking, Mt. Rainier Nature Center, Contributing Writer blood pressure, HIV, prostate To make this event possi- the lives of young people in the ropes courses, hiking, music and refreshments. The cancer and kidney disease, as ble, the 100 BMGWDC Washington Metropolitan Area. archery, canoeing, survivor rain location for this event is The 100 Black Men of well as, many more health care recruited more than 30 local 100 BMOGW, Inc. is an affili- challenges, fishing, camp- at Curves, 5402 Queens Greater Washington DC, Inc. services for children and adults and national health care organi- ate of the 100 Black Men of fires, sleeping under the Chapel Road. For more (100 BMGWDC) will bring the of all ages. zations to participate in the fair. America (100 BMOA). The stars, and more. information, call organization’s Family Health This year, cancer awarness The 100 BMGWDC is 100 BMOA is devoted to The event will cost 301.985.5020 Day to Prince George’s County and prevention is the primary dedicated to reducing heart dis- improving the quality of life $25/residents, $30/non-resi- Saturday, June 23 this month. Over 500 residents emphasis of the event, with a ease, prostrate cancer, diabetes, for African-Americans - partic- dents. For more information, Create your own cabo- from Prince George’s County special emphasis on the pre- asthma and HIV. These five ular young men - through the call 301.297.4575. chon jewelry at the and surrounding areas are vention of prostate cancer. preventable and treatable dis- "Four for the Future" program. Saturday, June 16 Clearwater Nature Center in expected to attend the June 16, Prostate cancer is prevalent in eases occur disproportionately This consists of Mentoring, A discussion on Estate Clinton using rock cutting event at the Seat Pleasant the African American commu- in minority communities. Education, Health & Wellness Planning and Wealth and polishing equipment. All Activity Center, located at nity; the good news is that with The 100 BMGWDC is a and Economic Development. Preservation sponsored by supplies wll be included. 5720 Addison Road in Seat regular check-ups and early 501(c3) organization founded The BMOA has over 10,000 the Women’s Action Reservations required. For Pleasant, MD. detection and treatment, in 1995 by an alliance of members and 105 chapters Coalition of Prince George’s more information, call Family Health Day will prostate cancer can be success- African-American men, dedi- internationally. 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For more information, contact the GW Cancer Institute at 202.994.2062. www.boatangel.com June 14 - June 20, 2007 — The Prince George’s Post — A7 Network Security Lab Opens Race for the Cure Hands-On Computer Security Education, Equipment, and Training Summons Pink Computer Security from A1 improve the quality of both It’s essential that our programs and graduate certificates in skills in a hands-on environ- face-to-face and online courses and the technology that sup- information assurance. Power ment. The labs, which are in Information Assurance, ports them stays on the cutting- About University of Emergency Management and edge to address today’s security Maryland University College expected to be used by more Komen from A3 same. “I would encourage oth- than 27,000 students and mili- Homeland Security.” issues worldwide,” said Don UMUC is the second- Recent trends have made Goff, executive director of largest university in Maryland, this? Why don’t you try ers to participate because you tary members throughout the putting it in your own words, never know when someone world, are designed to help stu- computer security and informa- UMUC’s Security Studies serving 90,000 students and tion assurance training even Laboratory. “UMUC’s pro- offering undergraduate and and explaining what metastasis may be running on your dents apply the theories and is, so you can reference it later behalf,” she stated. (Is this concepts that they have studied more essential. Governments grams offer practical homeland graduate programs online and have gradually turned to the security management and tech- on-site. in the article. Why not use a Tureaud?) by setting up different scenar- great source and make an in- “Experience the excite- ios to expose students to myri- private sector to provide the nology degrees and courses to As demand grows for flex- bulk of their vital critical infra- enterprise managers and mili- ible, high-quality degree pro- text attribution?) ment before, during, and after ad situations in protecting According t, “the most the race. Once you get a taste information resources. structure services, including tary personnel throughout the grams, the Board of Regents energy, financial services, com- world.” projects that UMUC’s enroll- common locations of breast of the excitement and the UMUC’s Network Systems and cancer metastases are the camaraderie, I know you’ll Security Laboratories offer munications, water, transporta- The labs will support and ments will grow by 101 percent tion and health care. These enhance the rollout of UMUC’s by 2015. lymph nodes, liver, brain, keep coming back for more.” instruction in data communica- bones and lungs.” “It is important for all tions and networks, Internet same businesses and govern- new homeland security degrees In addition, UMUC is the ments have migrated many of – Information Assurance, 12th largest degree-granting Benign tumors are non women to have clinical breast security, intrusion detection, cancerous, but a fact sheet pro- exams done by a health care incident response and computer their core business processes Emergency Management, university in the United States, onto information networks and Homeland Security – and other is one of the largest public vided by cautions, “(If) left provider at least every three forensics. untreated, some can post a years starting at age 20 and “This is the first truly glob- the Internet. Protecting these existing security related pro- providers of online higher edu- infrastructures, many of which grams. cation in the nation, and is a health risk, so they are often every year after age 40 and to al reach by any university to removed.” (Is the quote “post” do breast self-exams once offer real-life simulations and are privately owned and operat- These programs include: a unique provider of degrees at ed, demands close cooperation Bachelor of Science degree in the bachelors, masters, and or pose? You want to give every month starting by age training in the critical field of some analysis as to why this is 20,” according to the Komen computer security and informa- across public and private sec- information systems manage- doctoral levels related to home- tors. ment; Master of Science land security. The university a health threat, otherwise it website. Wendy understands tion assurance,” said Susan doesn’t help the reader much). that with increased awareness, Aldridge, UMUC president. “The modern workforce is degrees in computer systems offers classroom-based instruc- in desperate need for men and management, information tech- tion at 20 locations throughout As breast cancer can there can be a residual increase “The new security studies lab spread, so can support from in survivors. For more facts to in Asia will allow UMUC to women who are trained to man- nology and technology man- the Washington, DC metro age 21st century security needs. agement; and undergraduate area. thousands who raise funds and support breast cancer aware- awareness to stop it. ness, please call the Susan G. Ms. Wendy Tureaud, a PG Komen for the Cure’s Breast County resident of two and a Care Helpline at 1-800-I’M- half years, ran the race and AWARE or visit Johnson Addresses Inequalities in Voting encourages others to do the www.komen.org.

Voting from A1 slaves,” Johnson said. Aquasco “Voters should not be Anthony Gray, Wayne handed a false ballot with pic- Aquasco from A2 tures of people they have come Hawkins, Renee Holland, to the following on their spe- to trust and respect purportedly Nellie Johnson, Beverly cial day: Severson Banks, supporting candidates they Saunders, Thedosia Scott, James Curtis, Jr., Cynthia have never endorsed. This is Carrie Woodland, Delante Dotson, Sheree Forbes, Ray deceptive and it must not be Worthy, Deleaches Young. tolerated in a free and democ- ratic society.” Summer Seminar 2007: Career Options in As they did when it came the Building & Construction Trades to civil rights and voting rights, Johnson urged the fed- July 16 - August 17 eral government to lead by Maryland State Delegate Levi is currently recruiting example and end the use of juniors and seniors from several district 23A PGCPS false and deceptive practices schools to participate in a building and construction trades used to influence or suppress program this summer. voting in America. The programwill include two weeks of summer class- “I have seen first hand the PHOTO COURTESY MIKE YOURISHIN/ OFFICE OF THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE room instruction followed by three weeks of paid on-the- lingering vestiges of slavery Douglas F. Gansler, Maryland Attorney General, and County Executive Jack B. Johnson attend job training. and Jim Crow Laws. The a hearing in the Dirksen Senate Building. The classroom training will be facilitated by appren- memories pain me and those tice instructors from each of the individual Building and who live in our county and the adoption of S. 453. I urge from participating and exercis- A companion bill has been Construction TradesApprenticeship Programs and be co throughout America,” Johnson you to support this bill.” ing their right as voters. It introduced in the U.S. House of ducted at the International Brotherhood of Electrical said. “There are those who If passed the bill would would also criminalize the con- Representatives. The hearing Workers, Local Union 26, at 4371 Parliament Place, Suite seek to exploit this sad history, apply to federal elections and duct and create criminal sanc- today before the full Judiciary A, Lanham, MD 20706-1807. Call the Office of Delegate but I have confidence that this would prohibit distribution of tions for those of violate the Committee is the first step in Levi at 301.858.1301, or e-mail the Delegate at and other practices I described known false information law of up to five years in jail the full Senate consideration of [email protected] to receive an application. here today can be curtailed with designed to prevent people and a $100,000 fine. this legislation.

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