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WISCONSIN’S LARGEST AFRICAN AMERICAN NEWSPAPER MCJ’s Mikel Holt among inductees into Press Club Hall of Fame Community coalition demands city move forward on DOJ recommendations

Compiledreforming by MCJ Editorial the Staff MPD A coalition of community leaders and organizations discussed ways to push Milwaukee government offi- Milwaukee Community Journal Associate Publisher Mikel Holt (pictured far left) was one of four history makers recently when he and (from left to right pictured above) former Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Sports Editor Gary D. Howard, retired WISN 12 anchor/reporter cials and police to enact recommendations of a draft Mike Anderson, and the late radio talk show personality Eric Von (represented by his widow Faithe Colas) were inducted into the Mil- report by the U.S. Department of Justice revealing waukee Pre ss Club Hall of Fame. The ceremony was held at Potawatomi Hotel and Casino. The four journalists represent the largest number of African American journalists to be inducted into the press club’s hall at one disprities in negative experiences minority residents time. Below at left, Holt is flanked by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel columnist James Causey and MCJ Editor Thomas Mitchell, Jr. Pictured have with law enforcement. at right are (from left to right): Calvin Lee, an aide to state Rep. Jason Fields, Clarene Mitchell wife of MCJ Editor Mitchell, nationally Held at Urban Underground, 4850 noted physician Dr. Roland Pattillo, and MCJ Publisher Patricia O’Flynn Pattillo, herself a press club hall of famer. W. Fond du Lac Ave., the meeting “It’s past time --Photos by Yvonne Kemp was sponsored by the African Amer- ican Round Table (AART). The mis- for this city to sion of the organization is to improve the quality of life for Wisconsin’s African American community handle issues through issue-based civic engage- ment. around police The organization shared informa- tion and heard feed back from resi- accountability dents about the DOJ draft report, and discussed ways to make sure those most effected by the recommenda- with integrity, tions are part of the process of imple- menting them. transparency Many community leaders have been very vocal about how the com- munity needs to lead the process of and a collabora- moving the recommendations from paper to action. tive spirit...” Twelve former North Divi- A spokesperson for the AART re- --Markasa Tucker, vealed there have been rumblings the sion athletes were inducted Common Council would develop a director of the AART into the schools Hall of Fame task force to engage and educate the at its 6th annual HOF banquet community about the DOJ report recommendations on the practices and poli- held at the Hilton Garden Inn, cies of the Milwaukee Police Department. 11600 W. Park Place. There was reportedly a proposal forwarded by the Fire and Police Com- This years inductees are mission to create an on-line portal for the community to share feedback on the recommendations. But the coalition hasn’t heard anything further about (pictured above left to right in the task force or website. no particular order): Barbara (continued on page 3) Johnson-Burnett, King David Lee, Richard Lee, Robert Luckett, Larry Matthews, Dwayne Perryman, Jerry Taylor, Flynn express Young, Gene Leland, Ned Norton (athletic/contributor), French Reasby (Athletic/Con- concerns about tributor), James Beckum (who North Division received the legend award). WEDC handling Not pictured are award recipi- High School ents Sarah L. Grant (legend CompiledFoxconn by MCJ Editorial deal Staff inducts 14 award), and Jack Hughes)Old State Sen. Lena Taylor and Demo- Timer award winner). cratic gubernatorial candidate Matt individuals into its Also honored was the 1980 Flynn expressed concerns recently re- WISAA state basketball cham- garding the handling of the Foxconn hall of fame, also contract by the Wisconsin Economic pionship team from the school recognizes Development Corporation (WEDC) (the members pictured at left, whose lack of full disclosure was schools only state bottom photo) holding plaques cited in a recent audit by the the non- championship with a picture of the team. partisan Legislative Audit Bureau --Photos by Yvonne Kemp (LAB). team in basketball Both Taylor and Flynn were not surprised by the revelations of the LAB audit, which called into question We asked four North Division High WEDC’s ability to oversee the Fox- PULSEPULSEOFOF THETHE conn deal. The Foxconn deal, spear- School alums at the school’s recent headed by the GOP and approved in athletic hall of fame induction September, tasks WEDC with negoti- Lena Taylor ceremonies: ating the contract between the state COMMUNITYCOMMUNITY and the global Taiwanese electronics “Why are class reunions manufacturer. At $3 billion dollars, Photos and question by Yvonne Kemp this would be the largest state give- important?”“Having reunions away to a foreign company in U.S. “We come “It’s a chance “It’s a time of history. means bringing Foxconn has pledged to invest $10 together in to see remem- “family” (class- billion to build a factory in southeast Wisconsin to make LCD screens. unity. It’s classmates mates) closer to- The audit revealed the state agency, brance, love gether in love. It’s created by Gov. Scott Walker in 2011, keeping the from our also an opportunity continues to mismanage taxpayers funds by failing to verify performance and respect to see how we can school’s Geneva youth, people Elton Ron Brenda and enforce contractual terms, verify- come together and ing job numbers and complying with for the good (Jenkins) Pettis traditions, Atkins you shared Gillie Fancher share information statutory requirements for tax credit recipients to verify job creation and the Blue Devils Spirit.” your life with.” old days.” that will help stop the violence and bring retention numbers. about peace.” (continued on page 3) Matt Flynn MCJ 102517 Pages_Layout 1 10/25/17 11:21 PM Page 2

The Milwaukee Community Journal October 25, 2017 Page 2 He became estranged from his “We started doing the reading, to employment resources. family, eventually drifting into writing and arithmetic,” he says. “We try to help them every step of Former Packer greats talk about the good ole days homelessness on and off for much “Three areas that a lot of veterans the way in every place they might of a decade. are very slow in now.” need it,” says Jayne Holland, in- “Life wasn’t going too good,” re- Soon, he began to collect diplo- terim director of MAVRC. On Fri- during Salvation Army’s inaugural OTHERS luncheon Once calls Evans, now 58 years old. mas. A few years after completing a day, Nov. 10, MAVRC will host an After that pivotal visit to the VA, bachelor’s in criminal justice, Evans open house to celebrate its five-year and with encouragement from his learned of UWM’s master’s pro- anniversary. homeless mother, the big step came in 1997. gram in social work. It was the gate- Although Evans was at UWM Evans reached out to VETS Place way to a job where Evans could help prior to MAVRC’s inception, Up- Central, a transitional housing serv- others. ward Bound introduced him to re- ice run by the Center for Veterans Is- “I wanted to change my whole life sources like the UWM Writing vet uses UWM sues that provides temporary shelter story,” he says. “I felt I was a men- Center and encouraged him to speak to displaced servicemen and ace to society and I wanted to give to his professors about his learning women. back.” disability. The adjustments allowed degree to For Evans, taking that step wasn’t He enrolled at UWM, only to him to thrive. easy. “It’s a pride thing.” he says. “I struggle with the advanced course- His master’s degree netted a job at had to go out to VPC and humble work, partly because, he later dis- CVI, the same agency that helpedGreen Bay Packer hall of famers (left to right): Gilbert Brown, LeRoy Butler, and George Koonce myself, and say, ‘Hey, I need you covered, he had a learning disability. him two decades ago. As an out-reminisce about the “Green n’ Gold” and their playing days during the first ever OTHERS luncheon help others guys to help.’” But UWM has a slew of resources reach specialist, he spends much ofearlier this week at the Wisconsin Club, 900 W. Wisconsin Ave. downtown. Former FOX6 Sports He didn’t know then that he’d designed to help veterans. his time offering help to homelessDirector Tom Pipines was the moderator (far right). The event was hosted by the Salvation Army. someday become one of the helpers. MAVRC, colloquially called vets. Proceeds from the lunch will be used by the Salvation Army and its missions in the U.S. and around By Zach Brooke the world. --Photo by Yvonne Kemp Kevin Evans was recently honored with the UWM With CVI’s help, he enrolled in Vet- “maverick,” launched at UWM in “It makes me feel good when I go Alumni Association’s Community Service Award. erans Upward Bound, a federally late 2012 and is a one-stop shop for home at night,” Evans says, “know- funded educational program that veterans seeking assistance. It ing that I touched somebody else’s (UWM Photo/Troye Fox) teaches core learning skills in prepa- guides them through campus life, life. Taylor, Flynn express concerns ration for college. and connects them and their spouses Center, or MAVRC. Both initiatives Near the lowest offer a broad range of services for (caboutontinued from WEDCfront page) handlingis keeping theFoxconn contract hidden from the public.deal veterans. The audit is the third the LAB has conducted on WEDC. “But it’s not surprising,” Flynn said in a statement re- point of Kevin Now, Evans uses his UWM de- And, as with the previous audits, it revealed the agency sponding to the newest WEDC audit. “WEDC is a mis- Evans’ life, when gree to help fellow veterans stuck in hasn’t learned from its previous transgressions, prompting managed organization, created by Scott Walker to serve ruts like those he escaped. a legislator to say, “If it feels like déjà vu to Wisconsin tax- his campaign contributors, not the people of Wisconsin. A he was a homeless He works for the nonprofit Center payers, that’s because it is.” WEDC board member flagged a major problem, but the for Veterans Issues, which assists Taylor concurred, stating: “WEDC’s track record of mis- agency refuses to be transparent about it. military veteran vets through a variety of programs, management and secrecy is troubling, especially when it This week, state Senator Tim Carpenter formally re- including counseling, housing serv- comes to managing a three billion dollar corporate hand- quested WEDC present the entire Foxconn contract to the without direction, ices and job skills. In October, the out. board after a problem characterized as a “nuclear bomb” was found in the staff underwriting provided. According UWM Alumni Association honored “When we are staking billions of dollars, to have WEDC he got the lift that to WEDC spokesman Mark Maley, it’s corporate policy to him with its Community Service single-handedly manage the deal without legislative or provide a “staff review” of contracts to board members, Award. public transparency is extremely inappropriate. I am con- would make him cerned about WEDC’s ability to hold Foxconn accountable rather than the full contract. Yesterday, WEDC Secretary UWM is one of the Midwest’s Mark Hogan told state lawmakers he would not reconsider the man he is today. leading educators of veterans, with for the job numbers they agreed to.” Saying he has opposed the Foxconn deal from the be- publicly disclosing Foxconn contract terms to the public A Veterans Affairs staffer compli- more than 1,000 enrolled annually. ginning, Flynn said he finds it most troubling that WEDC before it is signed. mented Evans’ untapped capacities Its commitment to military person- for leadership, perseverance and nel will be on full display when it empathy. “He told me,” Evans re- hosts the fourth-annual Military and calls, “‘You would be a great suc- Veterans Ball. cess in social service, working with Open to all veterans, military people, if you went back and got members and community support- Coalition demands city move your education.’” ers, it’s set for Friday, Nov. 3, at the That put Evans on a path toward Hilton Milwaukee City Center. forward on Department of his 2011 master’s degree in social Tickets may be purchased at vet- work from UWM. He couldn’t have ball.eventbrite.com. earned it without assistance from Evans was discharged from the Justice recommendations UWM’s Veterans Upward Bound Army in 1986 after a 10-year hitch. program. Unable to adjust to civilian life back (continued from front page) to have been written in 2016 based on the data that was Since then, UWM has opened its reforming the MPD in Milwaukee, he struggled with “It’s past time for this city to handle issues around po- used. Military and Veterans Resource substance abuse. lice accountability with integrity, transparency and a col- But since U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions assumed laborative spirit,” said Markasa Tucker, director of the ofice, there have been changes to the Collaborative Re- AART. form Initiative process. The DOJ draft report was an early version of the Col- Because of the changes in the process, Milwaukee will laborative Reform Report that was developed from a DOJ not receive a final report. review process known as a collaborative reform initia- A DOJ official said neither a recently leaked draft re- tive. port “nor any other draft” was finalized and, therefore, It is a voluntary, non-adversarial process aimed at im- “any reliance on that draft would be unwarranted.” proving the community’s trust in a city’s police depart- The racial bias the draft report revealed is particularly ment. evident in traffic stops in which racial profiling and com- The review was reportedly requested by Milwaukee plaints of disrespect is alleged. Police Chief Edward Flynn in November of 2015 amid The report notes Black Milwaukeeans are stopped three public outcry after federal prosecutors declined to charge times more than White residents but account for only two a now-fired MPD officer in the on-duty fatal shooting of percent of the city’s population than Whites. Dontre Hamilton in Red Arrow Park. While Black residents represent eight percent of the The draft report focused on disparities in misconduct population in District 1, an area that covers downtown complaints filed against officers, racial disparities in traf- and the east side, they represent 66% of all traffic stops fic stops, use of force by officers and disciplinary action in the district from 2013 to 2015. for misconduct, or the lack thereof. Overall, African Americans were three times more The draft was leaked to the city’s daily, which reported likely to be searched when compared to White drivers, its findings. 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The Milwaukee Community Journal October 25, 2017 Page 2 The Milwaukee Community Journal October 25, 2017 Page 3 He became estranged from his “We started doing the reading, to employment resources. family, eventually drifting into writing and arithmetic,” he says. “We try to help them every step of Former Packer greats talk about the good ole days homelessness on and off for much “Three areas that a lot of veterans the way in every place they might Remembering History and Black Public of a decade. are very slow in now.” need it,” says Jayne Holland, in- “Life wasn’t going too good,” re- Soon, he began to collect diplo- terim director of MAVRC. On Fri- during Salvation Army’s inaugural OTHERS luncheon Health Champions during National Minority calls Evans, now 58 years old. mas. A few years after completing a day, Nov. 10, MAVRC will host an After that pivotal visit to the VA, bachelor’s in criminal justice, Evans open house to celebrate its five-year Health Month and with encouragement from his learned of UWM’s master’s pro- anniversary. In April of 1915, Booker T. Wash- mother, the big step came in 1997. gram in social work. It was the gate- Although Evans was at UWM ington proposed “National Negro Evans reached out to VETS Place way to a job where Evans could help prior to MAVRC’s inception, Up- Health Week," recognizing that Central, a transitional housing serv- others. ward Bound introduced him to re- "without health and long life, all else ice run by the Center for Veterans Is- “I wanted to change my whole life sources like the UWM Writing fails.” His idea gradually evolved into sues that provides temporary shelter story,” he says. “I felt I was a men- Center and encouraged him to speak observing the month of April as Na- to displaced servicemen and ace to society and I wanted to give to his professors about his learning tional Minority Health Month to raise women. back.” disability. The adjustments allowed awareness and eventually help elimi- For Evans, taking that step wasn’t He enrolled at UWM, only to him to thrive. nate the health disparities facing easy. “It’s a pride thing.” he says. “I struggle with the advanced course- His master’s degree netted a job at racial and ethnic minorities. had to go out to VPC and humble work, partly because, he later dis- CVI, the same agency that helpedGreen Bay Packer hall of famers (left to right): Gilbert Brown, LeRoy Butler, and George Koonce National Minority Health Month myself, and say, ‘Hey, I need you covered, he had a learning disability. him two decades ago. As an out-reminisce about the “Green n’ Gold” and their playing days during the first ever OTHERS luncheon offers a platform to call attention to guys to help.’” But UWM has a slew of resources reach specialist, he spends much ofearlier this week at the Wisconsin Club, 900 W. Wisconsin Ave. downtown. Former FOX6 Sports the deep injustices experienced by He didn’t know then that he’d designed to help veterans. his time offering help to homelessDirector Tom Pipines was the moderator (far right). The event was hosted by the Salvation Army. people of color and an opportunity to someday become one of the helpers. MAVRC, colloquially called vets. Proceeds from the lunch will be used by the Salvation Army and its missions in the U.S. and around highlight the accomplishments of With CVI’s help, he enrolled in Vet- “maverick,” launched at UWM in “It makes me feel good when I gothe world. --Photo by Yvonne Kemp black public health champions who erans Upward Bound, a federally late 2012 and is a one-stop shop for home at night,” Evans says, “know- have worked to protect and advance funded educational program that veterans seeking assistance. It ing that I touched somebody else’s the health of marginalized communities. teaches core learning skills in prepa- guides them through campus life, life. Taylor, Flynn express concerns If we trace history, it’s clear that the medical profession didn’t think the Hippocratic Oath Primum non nocere, or ration for college. and connects them and their spouses "first, do no harm," applied to citizens of color. The glaring truth is that science does not operate in isolation from Center, or MAVRC. Both initiatives systems of deeply rooted racism and oppression that plague scientific, political, and cultural institutions in the United States—particularly when it comes to health. Near the lowest offer a broad range of services for (continuedabout from WEDCfront page) handlingis keeping theFoxconn contract hidden from the public.deal Such systems have been used to justify unfathomably cruel and inhumane medical experimentation performed on veterans. “But it’s not surprising,” Flynn said in a statement re- The audit is the third the LAB has conducted on WEDC. enslaved black people, which were only replaced in the Jim Crow era by pervasive medical mistreatment that resulted point of Kevin Now, Evans uses his UWM de- sponding to the newest WEDC audit. “WEDC is a mis- And, as with the previous audits, it revealed the agency in untold fatalities. Racist medical practices were tolerated, if not explicitly condoned, by professional organizations gree to help fellow veterans stuck in managed organization, created by Scott Walker to serve Evans’ life, when hasn’t learned from its previous transgressions, prompting such as the American Medical Association through the late 1960s. ruts like those he escaped. his campaign contributors, not the people of Wisconsin. A a legislator to say, “If it feels like déjà vu to Wisconsin tax- The government-funded Tuskegee Syphilis Study, which effectively denied syphilis treatment to nearly 400 black He works for the nonprofit Center payers, that’s because it is.” WEDC board member flagged a major problem, but the he was a homeless men over the course of 40 years, ended in 1972, but a formal apology was not issued for this deliberate violation of Taylor concurred, stating: “WEDC’s track record of mis- agency refuses to be transparent about it. for Veterans Issues, which assists human rights until 1997. And still, in doctors’ offices and hospital rooms across the United States today, race remains management and secrecy is troubling, especially when it This week, state Senator Tim Carpenter formally re- military veteran vets through a variety of programs, a significant predictor of the quality of healthcare a person will receive. comes to managing a three billion dollar corporate hand- quested WEDC present the entire Foxconn contract to the including counseling, housing serv- But perhaps just as troubling as the underpinnings of racism in science and medicine is the relative obscurity of without direction, ices and job skills. In October, the out. board after a problem characterized as a “nuclear bomb” was found in the staff underwriting provided. According racism in the historical narratives propagated by dominant white culture. That modern medicine was built on the UWM Alumni Association honored “When we are staking billions of dollars, to have WEDC he got the lift that to WEDC spokesman Mark Maley, it’s corporate policy to backs of marginalized populations is well understood and indeed has been lived by many, but it is far from being ac- him with its Community Service single-handedly manage the deal without legislative or provide a “staff review” of contracts to board members, cepted as universal truth. Meanwhile, the contributions of black scientists, doctors, and health advocates have routinely Award. public transparency is extremely inappropriate. I am con- would make him cerned about WEDC’s ability to hold Foxconn accountable rather than the full contract. Yesterday, WEDC Secretary been eclipsed by those of their white colleagues or are absent entirely from historical records. UWM is one of the Midwest’s Mark Hogan told state lawmakers he would not reconsider These advocates range from high-profile figures like Dr. Regina Benjamin, the 18th U.S. Surgeon General who the man he is today. leading educators of veterans, with for the job numbers they agreed to.” Saying he has opposed the Foxconn deal from the be- publicly disclosing Foxconn contract terms to the public shifted the national focus on health from a treatment-based to a prevention-based perspective, to grassroots activists A Veterans Affairs staffer compli- more than 1,000 enrolled annually. ginning, Flynn said he finds it most troubling that WEDC before it is signed. like Detroit’s Malik Yakini, who in 2006 founded the Detroit Black Community Food Security Network to ensure mented Evans’ untapped capacities Its commitment to military person- that Detroit communities could exercise sovereignty and self-determination in producing and consuming affordable, for leadership, perseverance and nel will be on full display when it nutritious, and culturally appropriate food. They include Byllye Avery, who in 1974 established the Gainesville empathy. “He told me,” Evans re- hosts the fourth-annual Military and Women’s Health Center to expand critical access to abortions and other health care services to black women, and Dr. calls, “‘You would be a great suc- Veterans Ball. Camara Jones, former president of the American Public Health Association, who skillfully brought the impact of cess in social service, working with Open to all veterans, military racism on health and well-being to the forefront of the public health agenda. These figures even include Bobby Seale. people, if you went back and got members and community support- Coalition demands city move Though he may be best remembered as the co-founder of the Black Panther Party, Seale worked to establish a dozen your education.’” ers, it’s set for Friday, Nov. 3, at the free community health clinics nationwide and a free breakfast program that grew to serve 20,000 children in 19 cities That put Evans on a path toward Hilton Milwaukee City Center. forward on Department of around the country. his 2011 master’s degree in social Tickets may be purchased at vet- It is imperative that we not only highlight the health disparities experienced by communities of color that have re- work from UWM. He couldn’t have ball.eventbrite.com. sulted from interlocking structures of oppression, but also recognize the leaders who have stood on the frontlines de- earned it without assistance from Evans was discharged from the Justice recommendations manding change. This must not happen only during National Minority Health Month, but continuously. The work of UWM’s Veterans Upward Bound Army in 1986 after a 10-year hitch. these leaders both underscores a powerful legacy of social and political advocacy among marginalized communities program. and serves as a powerful reminder of how far America has to go. Unable to adjust to civilian life back (continued from front page) to have been written in 2016 based on the data that was Since then, UWM has opened its reforming the MPD --Sarah Reinhardt is a food systems and health analyst in the Food and Environment Program at the Union of in Milwaukee, he struggled with “It’s past time for this city to handle issues around po- used. Military and Veterans Resource Concerned Scientists substance abuse. lice accountability with integrity, transparency and a col- But since U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions assumed laborative spirit,” said Markasa Tucker, director of the ofice, there have been changes to the Collaborative Re- AART. form Initiative process. The DOJ draft report was an early version of the Col- Because of the changes in the process, Milwaukee will laborative Reform Report that was developed from a DOJ not receive a final report. review process known as a collaborative reform initia- A DOJ official said neither a recently leaked draft re- tive. port “nor any other draft” was finalized and, therefore, It is a voluntary, non-adversarial process aimed at im- “any reliance on that draft would be unwarranted.” proving the community’s trust in a city’s police depart- The racial bias the draft report revealed is particularly ment. evident in traffic stops in which racial profiling and com- The review was reportedly requested by Milwaukee plaints of disrespect is alleged. Police Chief Edward Flynn in November of 2015 amid The report notes Black Milwaukeeans are stopped three public outcry after federal prosecutors declined to charge times more than White residents but account for only two a now-fired MPD officer in the on-duty fatal shooting of percent of the city’s population than Whites. Dontre Hamilton in Red Arrow Park. While Black residents represent eight percent of the The draft report focused on disparities in misconduct population in District 1, an area that covers downtown complaints filed against officers, racial disparities in traf- and the east side, they represent 66% of all traffic stops fic stops, use of force by officers and disciplinary action in the district from 2013 to 2015. for misconduct, or the lack thereof. Overall, African Americans were three times more The draft was leaked to the city’s daily, which reported likely to be searched when compared to White drivers, its findings. 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The Milwaukee Community Journal October 25, 2017 Page 4 The Milwaukee Community Journal October 25, 2017 Page 5 “Even though I walk through the darket valley, I will fear no evil, for RELIGIONRELIGION you are with me.”--Psalm 23:4 PERSPECTIVESPERSPECTIVES We editorialize because most Black newspapers are weeklies, and thus we It could be that many Black folks have not reconnected to the paper fol- There’s a price to beanalyze and paid interpret news events for and policies “pleading that have previously been re- lowing formerour mayor Marvin own Pratt’s call for a boycottcause” 20 years ago. Or maybe ported earlier in our news cycle. it’s because there is little relevant news by and for Black folks in the daily, Advocate too much? That’s part of our role since the Black Press is the old- other than crime stories, a disingenuous fact that many believe fuels stereo- est civil rights organization in America, created nearly a century before the types and prejudices. NAACP, Urban League, SNCC, Panther Party and even NOW (I know that Conversely, you’ll find the Community Journal everywhere you look—at Saffold, his wife, church members and guests listen to music and it’s a white women’s organization but like other liberal groups, they tell folks Black churches, barber shops and restaurants and on people’s end tables. words of congratulations and encouragement. During a program be- SIGNIFYIN’ SIGNIFYIN’ that they relate to being oppressed). White progressives seek out the Community Journal to keep up with events, fore the sign unveiling. As for making the news. Guilty there as well. cultural trends and politics. A growing number of Millennials have added the I participated in dozens of protests, demonstrations and marches while car- paper and website to their favorite’s list as we make that transition to social rying a pen and pad to take notes. We engineered several as well. And were media. responsible for legislation, city ordinances and policies. But that reality pales in the face of the fact that Milwaukee is a majority How do you condense 40 I took notes at Klan and Nazi rallies while sporting my dashiki and 12-inch minority city (or is it the other way around). African Americans are the largest The Saffold Afro, and participated in a few boycotts, including one I organized against a ethnic group and spend in excess of $2.5 billion annually on goods and serv- family stand years into four minutes? bank that was selling Kruggerands during the battle to end apartheid in South ices, yet the Black Press doesn’t generate a 50th of what the Journal Sentinel under the That was the task presented to me at Friday’s Mil- Africa. generates in revenue, even though we out circulate them in the Black com- new sign. And let’s not forget our advocacy for school choice. We were the only paper munity. waukee Press Club Hall of Fame induction ceremony. in Wisconsin to advocate for that initiative, a campaign that started an edu- Ignorance of the Black consumer market and outdated marketing strategies I was among the seven inductees this year, including cational revolution in America. are considered primary culprits for that dichotomy, I would have told the au- Which is at the crux of several interrelated points I didn’t have time to in- dience at the Press Club event. But let’s not be PC and ignore the fact that in- the largest number of Black journalists in the club’s corporate in my presentation on Friday. stitutional racism is also a factor. history—Mike Anderson, WISN anchor and reporter; While our readers have no doubt about our mission and importance as the One of my first encounters with that “elephant,” occurred when a concerted Gary Howard, former Milwaukee Journal Sentinel primary source of news impacting our community, it has been a struggle to effort was made to capture a major department store chain contract many survive, much less grow because corporate America either is naive to that im- years ago. sports editor; and radio personality Eric Vonn— pact, prejudicial, or in far too many cases, hostile toward a medium with the After repeated meetings with their marketing personnel, and extensive re- With the help of posthumously. power we have. As a result, few Black newspapers are able to pay the market search on their part, we were finally told that our legitimacy and clout were his wife Lula, We were told that we would have four minutes to express our feelings about value for their staff, nor can they offer pension packages and other benefits. key factors in their decision not to advertise. Not because we were not a viable Elder Jonathan receiving local media’s Academy Award, which meant that portion of the pro- We’re kinda like Harambee and Urban Day schools who offered educa- media source. But because we were. Saffold, Sr. un- Elder gram (including video presentations by several television journalists and per- tional options for Black children without the financial wherewithal of public Because of our influence and power in the Black community, the marketing veils the new Jonathan sonalized introductions by a journalist student) could take over an hour. schools. They operated on less than half of the public school budget, but re- team was afraid if they advertised they would be flooded with Black cus- street sign on the Ebenezer COGIC holds honory Saffold, And having attended hundreds of similar events over the years, I’m fre- tained staff that were dedicated to the mission and willing to accept less be- tomers, who in turn would scare away white customers! Yeah, you read that corner of 3rd Sr. and quently bored, discouraged and looking for the exit midway through the pro- cause they were mission driven. Those schools nonetheless produced superior correctly. (Martin Luther his wife gram, particularly when folks get diarrhea of the lips. products including several prominent professionals today—doctors, judges, The department store chain management admitted that advertising in the King Jr. Drive and street naming ceremony for Lula. So, I decided to stick with the allotted time, explain how I was rejected, politicians and entrepreneurs among their graduates. Community Journal would guarantee a larger Black consumer share, but those Auer Avenue. confused and a little bit ticked off when my first application for membership And therein lies the irony: In a growing number of urban centers, where new Black customers might “scare” off prejudicial White customers and thus in the Press Club was “lost, stolen or strayed.” I took that rejection as an in- people of color are in the majority, the Black Press is the dominant source of it was not an appropriate trade. off Jonathan Saffold, Sr., pastor of Ebenezer Family tion toElder ministry, Jonathan the community Saffold, and underserved Sr. initiatives. His imprint in the community can be seen dication that the Black Press was an illegitimate child (I guess we aren’t sup- news, yet struggles to survive while dailies are the vehicles for advertising That eye-opening scenario happened a couple of decades ago, but I assume Worship Center was honored recently with an hon- families in Milwaukee. through a number of new ministries and community posed to use that term anymore) of the press corps. revenues. it’s true today as well. orary street naming. Among his other contributions to his church and initiatives that have been birthed as a result of his A Marquette journalist student once told me that his instructor indicated I’ve always subscribed to the Journal Sentinel (formerly the Journal and “Many” department stores, hardware chains and grocery stores are “afraid” during a class that the Black Press editorialized too much. We advocate too the Sentinel) but aside from two family members, I don’t know anyone else of Black people. One popular theory is that that “concern” prompted Marcus The honorary signs bearing his name were added the community, Pastor Saffold and Ebenezer Family leadership, expanding the church’s reach and influ- much. And, he said, we often make the news as much as report it. As a result, in the Black community who does. Maybe it’s the price. Several weeks ago, Theaters to close down all of their movie theaters in the city. from Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive to West 2nd Wellness Center is known for its efforts to enhance ence into may areas of Milwaukee.--Photos by we went against the tenets of the media to be “unbiased”. I received a letter from the circulation department declaring that the subscrip- Maybe fear is not the appropriate noun, but whether it’s anxiety or mis- Street on Auer Avenue in recognition of his dedica- community wellness, outreach and other faith based Yvonne Kemp I can accept those criticisms, with a grain of salt (or should I say pepper). tion price will go over $32 a month! more comfortable at all points in ices wide in foster care programs and with their biological families or understanding each other, even with those that spoke little to no English. Their older. It is becoming the spot light for pain. their adoption journey.” Bethany Christian Services was provides services across a contin- place children in permanent adop- love was pure. They were cool and their strength was unbelievable. We must enjoy the rest of our lives. No time for anger and fights, going Even those that were of the same age, who were always there, shared my against family members and ignoring the neighborhood friendly “hello” ges- Bethany’s goal is to help real founded in 1944 and has grown to uum of care. tive homes. For more informa-URBAN My Bethany Christian URBAN My same struggles. They mastered their lives by conquering all the “so called tures. Many of these people were needed to hold us up. They were needed to people easily approach conversa- 120 branch locations in 25 states. Bethany’s mission is to find a tion, call 1-800-BETHANY or demons” we were known to have. We spoke about our journeys, our obstacles answer the phone when we needed someone to talk with or just to listen. tion surrounding adoption— The agency serves approximately loving, permanent home for every visit bethany.org. and victories. We would always discuss our dreams. Being me, I’ve reach my funeral limit. The services can be draining, al- whether it be the birthparents who 1,200 children annually nation- child, working to reunite children I will never forget those that we met and those that we were working with though they’re meant for celebrating. It begins to take a toll on a person’s Services Celebrates made the tough, yet loving deci- DIALOGUE...DIALOGUE... to make accomplishments. Rest in heaven and rest in peace. soul, no matter how strong they think they are. So, if you did not see me at a sion to make an adoption plan for I never thought the hood could change overnight. It’s almost as if someone service, it’s because I know they knew I loved them and will always love their child; the family that wel- By Torre “ToeJoe” Johnson cut off the lights. There is an overwhelming sadness amongst people who them. My support for the families will never end. National Adoption comed a child into their hearts lived by example in honor of them. We must continue on. We must continue To all reading this, look up and smile. Wrap your arms around yourselves. and home; or the adoptee who to grow. Their love can still be felt because you have always been a part of them. You may be seeking answers. We must stop making the same poor decisions, categorizing them as “mis- will remain that way if you lived. Your life never actually ends. takes.” The decisions that many of the people make, makes every block get --Torre M Johnson Sr. / XMENUNITED Month Sharing these stories can break Organization Opens the Dialogue to down barriers and allow anyone touched by adoption to connect Break Down Adoption Barriers on a common ground. During National Adoption to listen, have empathy and ac- “Our hope is to have families Month this November, Bethany knowledge others’ perspectives. From My and communities work together Christian Services, a global non- Throughout the month of No- to assist birthparents, adoptive profit organization committed to vember, Bethany will equip those families, adult adoptees and bringing and keeping families to- who have been touched by adop- adopted children and make them gether, is raising awareness for tion with the tools and resources feel comfortable to be open with Mouth to the 140 million children around needed to help ask tough ques- others about adoption,” Blac- the world awaiting the love of a tions, share unique stories and quiere stated. forever family. celebrate the beauty of adoption. From almost every block, almost every month, we have lost a loved one Throughout November, follow In addition to advocating for “We understand adoption can this year. It’s normally those that care for us and those we’ve cared for. Some Bethany on social media for ideas of those people were the trendsetters, the elders and counselors in our neigh- these children, Bethany calls for be a difficult topic for many,” said Your Ears on how you can open the dialogue borhoods. an open dialogue to break down Bill Blacquiere, president and on adoption. Visit They were the first to direct and groom. They were the first to call our barriers associated with adoption. CEO of Bethany Christian Serv- Bethany.org/NAM to download places homes. We will miss them all. We will remember their courage and Bethany asks the community to ices. shareable resources, such as a love their charm. begin their own conversations “We hope that encouraging and A great emptiness has occurred that will never be filled. Those that I per- print-ready poster, a bulletin in- about adoption. facilitating dialogue during Na- sonally knew have left me many memorable thoughts. It would be their con- sert and an infographic on appro- In these discussions, it is impor- tional Adoption Month and be- stant support and love for me as well as others. We had a way of priate adoption language. tant not only to converse but also yond will help individuals feel About Bethany Christian Serv- THETHE Wedding bells MILWAUKEEMILWAUKEE for Kassandra COMMUNITYCOMMUNITY Purham and JOURNALJOURNAL Alfred H. Published twice weekly, Andrews Wednesday & Friday Kassandra D. Purham 3612 North Martin Luther King Drive, Milwaukee, WI 53212 Executive Assistant to Phone: 414-265-5300 (Advertising and Administration) • 414-265-6647 Bishop Sedwick Daniels (Editorial) • Website: communityjournal.net • Email: Editorial@communi- and Alfred H. Andrews tyjournal.net/[email protected] were joined in Holy Matri- MCJ STAFF: Billing Dept./Publisher’s mony Saturday, October Patricia O’Flynn -Pattillo Admin. Assist. 21. Publisher, CEO Colleen Newsom, Officiating the ceremony, Robert J. 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The Milwaukee Community Journal October 25, 2017 Page 4 The Milwaukee Community Journal October 25, 2017 Page 5 “Even though I walk through the darket valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me.”--Psalm 23:4 PERSPECTIVESPERSPECTIVES We editorialize because most Black newspapers are weeklies, and thus we It could be that many Black folks have not reconnected to the paper fol- There’s a price to beanalyze and paid interpret news events for and policies “pleading that have previously been re- lowing formerour mayor Marvin own Pratt’s call for a boycottcause” 20 years ago. Or maybe ported earlier in our news cycle. it’s because there is little relevant news by and for Black folks in the daily, Advocate too much? That’s part of our role since the Black Press is the old- other than crime stories, a disingenuous fact that many believe fuels stereo- est civil rights organization in America, created nearly a century before the types and prejudices. NAACP, Urban League, SNCC, Panther Party and even NOW (I know that Conversely, y ou’ll find the Community Journal everywhere you look—at SIGNIFYIN’ it’s a white women’s organization but like other liberal groups, they tell folks Black churches, barber shops and restaurants and on people’s end tables. SIGNIFYIN’ that they relate to being oppressed). White progressives seek out the Community Journal to keep up with events, As for making the news. Guilty there as well. cultural trends and politics. A growing number of Millennials have added the By Mikel Kwaku Oshi Holt I participated in dozens of protests, demonstrations and marches while car- paper and website to their favorite’s list as we make that transition to social rying a pen and pad to take notes. We engineered several as well. And were media. responsible for legislation, city ordinances and policies. But that reality pales in the face of the fact that Milwaukee is a majority How do you condense 40 I took notes at Klan and Nazi rallies while sporting my dashiki and 12-inch minority city (or is it the other way around). African Americans are the largest Afro, and participated in a few boycotts, including one I organized against a ethnic group and spend in excess of $2.5 billion annually on goods and serv- years into four minutes? bank that was selling Kruggerands during the battle to end apartheid in South ices, yet the Black Press doesn’t generate a 50th of what the Journal Sentinel That was the task presented to me at Friday’s Mil- Africa. generates in revenue, even though we out circulate them in the Black com- And let’s not forget our advocacy for school choice. We were the only paper munity. waukee Press Club Hall of Fame induction ceremony. in Wisconsin to advocate for that initiative, a campaign that started an edu- Ignorance of the Black consumer market and outdated marketing strategies I was among the seven inductees this year, including cational revolution in America. are considered primary culprits for that dichotomy, I would have told the au- Which is at the crux of several interrelated points I didn’t have time to in- dience at the Press Club event. But let’s not be PC and ignore the fact that in- the largest number of Black journalists in the club’s corporate in my presentation on Friday. stitutional racism is also a factor. history—Mike Anderson, WISN anchor and reporter; While our readers have no doubt about our mission and importance as the One of my first encounters with that “elephant,” occurred when a concerted Gary Howard, former Milwaukee Journal Sentinel primary source of news impacting our community, it has been a struggle to effort was made to capture a major department store chain contract many survive, much less grow because corporate America either is naive to that im- years ago. sports editor; and radio personality Eric Vonn— pact, prejudicial, or in far too many cases, hostile toward a medium with the After repeated meetings with their marketing personnel, and extensive re- posthumously. power we have. As a result, few Black newspapers are able to pay the market search on their part, we were finally told that our legitimacy and clout were We were told that we would have four minutes to express our feelings about value for their staff, nor can they offer pension packages and other benefits. key factors in their decision not to advertise. Not because we were not a viable receiving local media’s Academy Award, which meant that portion of the pro- We’re kinda like Harambee and Urban Day schools who offered educa- media source. But because we were. Elder gram (including video presentations by several television journalists and per- tional options for Black children without the financial wherewithal of public Because of our influence and power in the Black community, the marketing Jonathan sonalized introductions by a journalist student) could take over an hour. schools. They operated on less than half of the public school budget, but re- team was afraid if they advertised they would be flooded with Black cus- Saffold, And having attended hundreds of similar events over the years, I’m fre- tained staff that were dedicated to the mission and willing to accept less be- tomers, who in turn would scare away white customers! Yeah, you read that Sr. and quently bored, discouraged and looking for the exit midway through the pro- cause they were mission driven. Those schools nonetheless produced superior correctly. his wife gram, particularly when folks get diarrhea of the lips. products including several prominent professionals today—doctors, judges, The department store chain management admitted that advertising in the Lula. So, I decided to stick with the allotted time, explain how I was rejected, politicians and entrepreneurs among their graduates. Community Journal would guarantee a larger Black consumer share, but those confused and a little bit ticked off when my first application for membership And therein lies the irony: In a growing number of urban centers, where new Black customers might “scare” off prejudicial White customers and thus in the Press Club was “lost, stolen or strayed.” I took that rejection as an in- people of color are in the majority, the Black Press is the dominant source of it was not an appropriate trade off. Jonathan Saffold, Sr., pastor of Ebenezer Family tion to ministry, the community and underserved initiatives. His imprint in the community can be seen dication that the Black Press was an illegitimate child (I guess we aren’t sup- news, yet struggles to survive while dailies are the vehicles for advertising That eye-opening scenario happened a couple of decades ago, but I assume Worship Center was honored recently with an hon- families in Milwaukee. through a number of new ministries and community posed to use that term anymore) of the press corps. revenues. it’s true today as well. orary street naming. Among his other contributions to his church and initiatives that have been birthed as a result of his A Marquette journalist student once told me that his instructor indicated I’ve always subscribed to the Journal Sentinel (formerly the Journal and “Many” department stores, hardware chains and grocery stores are “afraid” during a class that the Black Press editorialized too much. We advocate too the Sentinel) but aside from two family members, I don’t know anyone else of Black people. One popular theory is that that “concern” prompted Marcus The honorary signs bearing his name were added the community, Pastor Saffold and Ebenezer Family leadership, expanding the church’s reach and influ- much. And, he said, we often make the news as much as report it. As a result, in the Black community who does. Maybe it’s the price. Several weeks ago, Theaters to close down all of their movie theaters in the city. from Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive to West 2nd Wellness Center is known for its efforts to enhance ence into may areas of Milwaukee.--Photos by we went against the tenets of the media to be “unbiased”. I received a letter from the circulation department declaring that the subscrip- Maybe fear is not the appropriate noun, but whether it’s anxiety or mis- Street on Auer Avenue in recognition of his dedica- community wellness, outreach and other faith based Yvonne Kemp I can accept those criticisms, with a grain of salt (or should I say pepper). tion price will go over $32 a month! (continued on page 6) more comfortable at all points in ices wide in foster care programs and with their biological families or understanding each other, even with those that spoke little to no English. Their older. It is becoming the spot light for pain. their adoption journey.” Bethany Christian Services was provides services across a contin- place children in permanent adop- love was pure. They were cool and their strength was unbelievable. We must enjoy the rest of our lives. No time for anger and fights, going Even those that were of the same age, who were always there, shared my against family members and ignoring the neighborhood friendly “hello” ges- Bethany’s goal is to help real founded in 1944 and has grown to uum of care. tive homes. For more informa-URBAN My URBAN My same struggles. They mastered their lives by conquering all the “so called tures. Many of these people were needed to hold us up. They were needed to people easily approach conversa- 120 branch locations in 25 states. Bethany’s mission is to find a tion, call 1-800-BETHANY or demons” we were known to have. We spoke about our journeys, our obstacles answer the phone when we needed someone to talk with or just to listen. tion surrounding adoption— The agency serves approximately loving, permanent home for every visit bethany.org. and victories. We would always discuss our dreams. Being me, I’ve reach my funeral limit. The services can be draining, al- whether it be the birthparents who 1,200 children annually nation- child, working to reunite children I will never forget those that we met and those that we were working with though they’re meant for celebrating. It begins to take a toll on a person’s made the tough, yet loving deci- DIALOGUE...DIALOGUE... to make accomplishments. Rest in heaven and rest in peace. soul, no matter how strong they think they are. So, if you did not see me at a sion to make an adoption plan for I never thought the hood could change overnight. It’s almost as if someone service, it’s because I know they knew I loved them and will always love their child; the family that wel- By Torre “ToeJoe” Johnson cut off the lights. There is an overwhelming sadness amongst people who them. My support for the families will never end. comed a child into their hearts lived by example in honor of them. We must continue on. We must continue To all reading this, look up and smile. Wrap your arms around yourselves. and home; or the adoptee who to grow. Their love can still be felt because you have always been a part of them. You may be seeking answers. We must stop making the same poor decisions, categorizing them as “mis- will remain that way if you lived. Your life never actually ends. takes.” The decisions that many of the people make, makes every block get --Torre M Johnson Sr. / XMENUNITED Sharing these stories can break down barriers and allow anyone touched by adoption to connect on a common ground. During National Adoption to listen, have empathy and ac- “Our hope is to have families Month this November, Bethany knowledge others’ perspectives. From My and communities work together Five key things that can keep the Christian Services, a global non- Throughout the month of No- to assist birthparents, adoptive profit organization committed to vember, Bethany will equip those families, adult adoptees and bringing and keeping families to- who have been touched by adop- The world seems to have become adopted children and make them gether, is raising awareness for tion with the tools and resources acommunity place of jealousy, hate, greed and strong and pressing on feel comfortable to be open with Mouth to the 140 million children around needed to help ask tough ques- anger. It is almost impossible to others about adoption,” Blac- the world awaiting the love of a tions, share unique stories and watch the news without feeling a bit quiere stated. forever family. celebrate the beauty of adoption. From almost every block, almost every month, we have lost a loved one of unease. Throughout November, follow In addition to advocating for “We understand adoption can this year. It’s normally those that care for us and those we’ve cared for. Some Children are dying. Mothers are Bethany on social media for ideas of those people were the trendsetters, the elders and counselors in our neigh- crying and everyone is concerned these children, Bethany calls for be a difficult topic for many,” said Your Ears on how you can open the dialogue borhoods. with being right more so than under- an open dialogue to break down Bill Blacquiere, president and on adoption. Visit They were the first to direct and groom. They were the first to call our standing their neighbor. barriers associated with adoption. CEO of Bethany Christian Serv- Bethany.org/NAM to download places homes. We will miss them all. We will remember their courage and More specifically, it is our black Bethany asks the community to ices. shareable resources, such as a love their charm. community that is being torn into begin their own conversations “We hope that encouraging and A great emptiness has occurred that will never be filled. Those that I per- shambles. We have been molded in a print-ready poster, a bulletin in- about adoption. facilitating dialogue during Na- sonally knew have left me many memorable thoughts. It would be their con- way that has undoubtedly turned us sert and an infographic on appro- In these discussions, it is impor- tional Adoption Month and be- stant support and love for me as well as others. We had a way of against one another. Some may con- priate adoption language. tant not only to converse but also yond will help individuals feel sider themselves not a part of this About Bethany Christian Serv- large percentage, but the majority of our community is broken. 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The Milwaukee Community Journal October 25, 2017 Page 6 The Milwaukee Community Journal October 25, 2017 Page 7 Smart Pills: Nearly a third of college kids think ADHD meds boost grades Article courtesy of UPI via “The Rundown” Many college students who abuse ADHD drugs mistakenly believe that doing so will lead to better grades, a new survey suggests. Past research has found that college students commonly misuse stimulant medications such as News and Views from today’s Millennial Generation Ritalin and Adderall as "study aids." That's despite the fact that there is no evidence the drugs YOUTH & EDUCATION nights of Karaoke, as families laugh help kids who do not have attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). MILLENNIAL VOICES MILLENNIAL VOICESand sing along. sive mental health assessment and personalized The new study said that roughly 29 percent of students at nine U.S. colleges thought that The smell from the mouth-watering, stimulant medications boost school performance. Many others -- 38 percent -- were "unsure." Life in The Youth Council to treatment plans, case management, life skills Ian’s Pizza, can grab anyone with a Y&training; civicE engagement; and mental health And that misconception was especially common among students who admitted to abusing the desire for a quick and devastatingly Y&counseling. E drugs. good slice of gooey, tangy Italian pie. hear agencies’ · Neu Life Community Development – Re- Just over 11 percent said they'd used stimulant medication for "non-medical" reasons in the Beautiful It’s quite the sight to see a young, vi- questing $20,000 for ARTREACH – an interac- past six months. And of that group, almost two-thirds believed the drugs would improve their brant and jubilant crowd of dancing funding requests tive creative arts program to instill a sense of grades. onlookers whisk away their work funk awareness about human/sex trafficking in our Downtown as they take a sip from their favorite The findings came as no surprise to Dr. Jess Shatkin, a professor of child and adolescent psy- community’s youth and to empower them to be- cocktails on a brisk Friday night. for city youth come peer spokespersons. chiatry at NYU Langone Medical Center, in New York City. As I walk down the streets of a col- · Running Rebels – Requesting $25,000 for But they do highlight an ongoing issue, according to Shatkin, who wasn't involved in the MilwaukeeIf you want an area that can bring orful downtown Milwaukee, I’m in- programming a year round initiative to allow youths to partic- study. together several races, groups and stantly taken aback by the friendly The City of Milwaukee Youth Council ipate in literacy enrichment and credit recovery organizations for one night, look no faces filled with excitement as they made allocation recommendation- courses. Program also includes cultural and so- further than Downtown Milwaukee. prepare to enter their favorite bars. sWednesday, after hearing from agen- cial development, health and wellness, and ca- For many tourists of the city of Mil- Whether it’s inside of Mcgullicuddy’s cies which have applied for Community reer/college readiness components. waukee, there may be a question as on 3rd street or Ugly’s night club on · United Community Center – Requesting (continued from page 5) couraging a protest in response to the bank’s decision toto what they can get their hands into third ward, Milwaukee civilians al- Development Block Grant (CDBG) guided prejudice it has reportedly prompted several Black viewing. $15,000 for Youth Volunteer Corps (YVC) – ac- sell the South African gold Kruggerand coins. on a night out on the town. ways have a lot to look forward to aldermenThe to investigate price the impact of of major“pleading groceries and our own cause” Bank officials responded to our righteous indignation Nightclubs, bars, extravagant art funding to be used for programs and tivities that include youth employment, career Those same tourists will be pleas- during their weekends. other chains’ decisions to divest from the Black commu- by declaring they would never advertise in our publica- museums and more are available for projects benefiting city youths. preparation, character development, and civic nity, to locate outside areas deemed too urbanistic. antly surprised by what beautiful Downtown Milwaukee isn’t held to tion. That’s a decision they have maintained. the viewing and visiting pleasure of The allocation recommendations (to be for- engagement and team work activities. Some view that strategy as being directly linked to a From our perspective, we would be doing what Johndowntown Milwaukee offers them. one event, attraction or restaurant, those who choose to attend during warded to the Common Council’s Community · WestCare Wisconsin, Inc. – Requesting desire by the corporations to weed out Black customers, Russwurm and Samuel Cornish, founders of the Black With an area full of food, fun, party- this location offers a never-ending a scheme that has several Black aldermen looking into al- the appropriate hours. The profound and Economic Development Committee) are $40,000 for Live Li Hood – a year round initia- Press, decreed in their first edition of Freedom’s Journaling and bonding, one can never be foray of entertainment that can have legations of institutional bias. in 1826—pleading our own cause and advocating for an happiness expressed on the faces of expected to be made during today’s Youth tive with activities including membership in the plagued with boredom while visiting. you wanting to partake in the festivi- I can’t substantiate those accusations, but aside from egalitarian society, whether on these shores or back in the innocent, fun loving children as they Council meeting at 3:00 p.m. in the third floor Youth Action Council (YAC), community out- Pick N Save, name a major grocery chain located in the When describing Downtown Milwau- ties every single night. In closing, for Motherland. observe their favorite areas inside of Council Chamber at City Hall. At the meeting, reach, job readiness, college readiness, reckless Black community? International sanctions had been declared against thekee, I’m referring to the areas con- all tourists looking for some fun and the Milwaukee Art Museum can 10 agencies will present proposals and answer driving education and crime prevention train- And aside from Walmart, name a major department racist Apartheid regime of South Africa. That country’sveyed on Water street, which offers thrills, never underestimate the fun to store chain with a central city zip code? make anyone want to smile. questions posed by Youth Council members. ing. main source of international trade was through the salevarious partying opportunities and be had when wandering Downtown If anything, most of those who once had a presence of Kruggerand and DeBeers’ diamonds, both of which The sounds of the popular tune, The Youth Council has a total of $99,845 in · Wisconsin Community Services, Inc. – Re- Brady Street, which entails the same, in the city of Milwaukee Wisconsin. (and profitability) here, have moved out as if there was were mined through exploitation of Black workers. The “Sweet Caroline” can be heard being CDBG reprogramming funds available for allo- questing $30,000 for a year round At-Risk something wrong with our water. Oops, bad example. while also bringing with it, several --Quardeay Julien bank was the only institution in the state selling the coins, recreated by Milwaukeeans during cation. Those who have submitted requests for Youth Driver’s License Recovery initiative. Ironically, those that do advertise in the Community thus incurring our wrath. spots to partake in poetry and sports funding include: Services include case management and civil Journal prosper from the Black consumer base. Many years later, and long after the fall of South Pick N Save is the dominant grocery among Black con- · Crossing Jordan Ministries – Requesting court legal representation for youth who are ex- African apartheid, we approached the bank about adver- young people to believe in them- $25,000 to assist youth and young adults that sumers, and Walmart gets the lion’s share of retail. tising. They reminded us—two decades later—that they selves and to be great but we’re not periencing active suspension and/or revocations Conversely, Sears and K-mart made the mistake of ig- had not forgotten our insult and questioning of the capi- leading by example. currently have special needs, mental health as to obtain or against a current Wisconsin noring the Black consumer and paid the price. And sur- talist system of free enterprise, no matter how much it“I Grow, well as trauma informed Care specialist to help Driver’s License. veys show there is little if any brand loyalty among hurts people. As a result, I have created a work- African Americans towards Target, Kohl’s or Penney’s. shop for Millennials that focuses on youth affected by abandonment, abuse, neglect, · Social Development Commission – Re- And let’s not forget what happened when we champi- Which begs the question of why those major chains oned the school choice crusade. The teacher’s union— becoming the best you. The “I Grow. and trafficking. questing $15,000 for a six-month program ad- You Grow” · Center for Self Sufficiency – Requesting continue to ignore the viable Black consumer, and shuns those folks who say they support civil rights and put the You Grow.” workshop is a six-month dressing mental health and ATODA in middle the Black Press as if it were carriers of some contagious interests of children first (but only if they controlled our series that I’ve put together. This pro- $30,000 for an eight- month program that inte- and high schools through monthly workshops. disease called melanin. taxes and what our children are taught) reportedly threat- Workshop gram focuses on self-identity, self- grates group mentoring, personal development Partnerships with Hopkins Lloyd and North Di- And they are doing so ignoring the potential profitabil- ened progressive businesses with boycotts for advertising ity and market share. Doesn’t make sense to me. But it love, valuing your time and through outdoor experimental learning, and vision High School. their products in this publication. does apparently make “cents” to them. Those are the games we are forced to play, utilizing evaluating the people you hang healthy relationship education The meeting was televised live by the City for MKE In either case, that doesn’t do the Black Press any good, their deck of cards because of who and what we are. around. It’s about setting goals and Recommendations/ADD ONE Channel via streaming video on the city nor help our sustainability, much less growth. Yeah, there’s a price to be paid for doing what we do, making sacrifices. The workshop is · Hearts for Harmony, Inc. – Requesting website at www.city.milwaukee.gov/Chan- A final observation I didn’t have time for deal with was and representing who we represent. And while journalis- held once a month and offers a way $30,437 for a Youth Entrepreneurship Program nel25. the flip side of this equation, and provides another reason tically we are beginning to get our just due (Patricia Pat-MTheillennials city of Milwaukee isn’t always why corporate America has turned its back on the Black to create an extra stream of income – 10 week course that will expose youth to var- Please follow the Youth Council on Twitter tillo was inducted in the Hall of Fame two years ago), wepeaches and cream when it comes ious business components. Press, and thereby the Black community. are still viewed through tainted lenses by corporate Amer- through referrals, thus building unity. @mkeyouthcouncil or via the MYC Facebook The Community Journal has always put the community to crime rates or economic issues, · New Choices, LLC – ica, and special interests with a vested interest in silencing As a motivational speaker and Requesting $98,800 page at www.facebook.com/mkeyouthcouncil/. before concession, our mission ahead of money, and our but one thing I can say is that I love our voice. founder of SpeakLife Magazine, I be- for multiple activities including a comprehen- advocacy before accounting. And we have paid a price Maybe someday, that will change. But paradoxically,my city. lieve that we have the power to be as for that. that will probably only occur when we, the Black Press, Despite the shootings, killings, we do to change our community? A major financial institution was none too happy about great as long as we put our minds to are no longer needed. stolen cars, drug abuse, human traf- It wasn’t until I was robbed and a Signifyin’ column I wrote back in the late 1980s en- Hotep. it. SpeakLife Magazine targets small ficking and hate crimes, there’s so shot, in 2014, that I decided to make businesses and upcoming profes- (continued from page 5) much room for growth and opportu- it my business to stand up and help perMillennial as a community is no longer a want but has now become a necessity. Magic sionals to let our community know nity! Things may seem pretty bad, out. I realized that we all have a role #5. Believe that it’s not so far-fetched to own but I believe it has a great deal to do to play and a position to hold into en- Faith the size of a mustard seed can move mountains. All it takes is a little your own. belief. For generations, we have been told we are nobody and will amount to with the highlights. hancing our neighborhoods. I believe OPEN LETTER TO OUR READERS It’s imperative to practice unity if we nothing. We have been overlooked by our white counter partners and have Milwaukee Community Journal is an actual brick and mortar building, Many times, we turn on the TV or we blame our young people for their truly want to see a change. Milwau- somehow grown to accept the social separation in which we have been ex- the radio and immediately, the only wrong doings without evaluating the posed to. Our history does not start from slavery. We are not a community of not just an online entity. I was downstairs reviewing our equipment in kee may not be what we want it to news we hear about is the bad news. circumstances. poverty and nothingness. be, but I know that if we all put in the It makes me wonder, is this really all Also, there’s not enough of us who Now, it is one thing for me to relay that message, but it is another thing for the storage office and it's like visiting a museum. Old relics, equipment, effort to change, we can truly make a others to believe it. Know your worth. that our city is about? Why do these are willing to be brave enough to difference! Know your history. Exalt those who have paved the way for us to be where computers, software and past editions illuminate 41 years journaling issues happen so often? What can hear them out. We often want to tell we are today. Believe that you too, can follow in their footsteps. We are in --LaShawnda S. Wilkins dire need of present day Malcom X's, Rosa Parks, Martin Luther King, Angela the history of change. Davis' and if you ever believe you cannot achieve such admirable status in recognize those listeners. our current days, refer back to point number one. Since our origin in 1976, we've moved with our audience. Today our “It gave us an opportunity to recognize --Paishance Welch. Millennial Magic! Milwaukee listeners who were “regulars” that had bat- readers are predominantly millennials, 18-40 years of age, shakers and tled with Breast Cancer or to give support Breast Cancer and resources to listeners who needed it. It movers, the buyers! They are buying homes, cars, raising families. also gave us an opportunity to promote Survivors Will Be early detection and screenings.” Lucas They are eating “fresh,” active in politics, exercising and partying. said. The Pink Party will take place at Mr. Celebrated at J’s Lounge on Wednesday, October 25, Our readers find us in print, with our twice-weekly editions in tenured 2017 from 7pm-10pm. retail outlets, churches and selective distribution spots. But they also Jammin’ 98.3’s “It’s a party sponsored in part by Americ- ash Loans! Listeners can expect to come read us online at milwaukeecommunityjournal.com We’re in this to win PinkOctober is Partybreast cancer awareness out to dance and celebrate. It’s an opportu- month. According to a WISN report, black nity for survivors to celebrate and it’s a big this! We're dynamic....crisp clear....interactive...and to be honest - ex- women in Milwaukee who reside in these deal to all the people who helped survivors seven area codes have the highest risk of through the tough times,” said Lucas. ploding with information that you want to read! breast cancer: 53205, 53206, 53208, Guests are asked to wear pink to the We're perfect for new and established advertisers! We want more local 53210, 53213, 53216 and 53233. event to show their support for survivors. Some women may not be able to get There will be prize giveaways and informa- interaction and community written articles. We want to offer more mil- screened for breast cancer, either due to tion available on early detection and lack of time or the cost. The median in- idea for the event. The first event was in screenings. Lucas hopes that the event will lennial access to a proven community source. come alone for the 53233-zip code is October of 2012. help to spread information on breast can- $14,055, which could deter some from “It began, as my idea, to create a “special cer and the resources available to Milwau- This is who we are. But one thing is still deep on our hearts, and that is being able to afford a screening. edition” of our weekly promotion of Miller kee residents. Programs, such as Sister Pact, aim to Night Out to promote Breast Cancer “My wish is that listeners spend time to you’ve got to join our team. You're the community part of the Milwaukee raise awareness about breast cancer Awareness Month. We created the Pink get informed, take steps toward prevention, among black women in Milwaukee. Sister Party as a special edition, in October, screen early, and to spread the word.” Community Journal. Let's build together! Pact will be one of the organizations pro- where we celebrated listeners who were Lucas said. viding information on breast cancer screen- survivors.” Lucas said. More information about the event is avail- Speech Thomas, The Milwaukee Community Journal ing at Jammin’ 98.3’s Pink Party. Many Milwaukee residents are current able on the Jammin’ 98.3 website at Milwaukee's Largest African-American Newspaper LaTonya Lucas, the Marketing and Pro- listeners to Jammin’ 98.3, whether on their www.jammin983.com/events/pinkparty2017 motions Director for Jammin’ 98.3, had the commute or at home. This event will help to / --Sarah Thomas MCJ 102517 Pages_Layout 1 10/25/17 11:21 PM Page 7

The Milwaukee Community Journal October 25, 2017 Page 6 The Milwaukee Community Journal October 25, 2017 Page 7 Smart Pills: Nearly a third of college Trump Administration kids think ADHD meds boost grades Fails to Aid Article courtesy of UPI via “The Rundown” Many college students who abuse ADHD drugs mistakenly believe that doing so will lead to better grades, a new survey suggests. HurricaneWhen I think of Puerto Rico, Victims I think Paradise. A piece of American Paradise. After September 20th 2017, a piece of Past research has found that college students commonly misuse stimulant medications such as News and Views from today’s Millennial Generation American Paradise, Puerto Rico was destroyed by a natural Ritalin and Adderall as "study aids." That's despite the fact that there is no evidence the drugs nights of Karaoke, as families laugh disaster. Hurricane Maria, considered to be a category 5, did help kids who do not have attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). MILLENNIAL VOICES MILLENNIAL VOICESand sing along. direct damage to the beloved island. The whole island is suf- The new study said that roughly 29 percent of students at nine U.S. colleges thought that The smell from the mouth-watering, fering one way or another. Now, almost a month later, the citi- stimulant medications boost school performance. Many others -- 38 percent -- were "unsure." Life in The Ian’s Pizza, can grab anyone with a zens of Puerto Rico are on the edge with little to no And that misconception was especially common among students who admitted to abusing the desire for a quick and devastatingly resources. The supply of safe water is scares on the island drugs. good slice of gooey, tangy Italian pie. and people are searching high and low for water to consume. Just over 11 percent said they'd used stimulant medication for "non-medical" reasons in the Beautiful It’s quite the sight to see a young, vi- The POTUS tweeted on October 12th, “We cannot keep past six months. And of that group, almost two-thirds believed the drugs would improve their brant and jubilant crowd of dancing FEMA, the Military & the First Responders who have been grades. onlookers whisk away their work funk amazing (under the most difficult circumstances) in P.R. for- Downtown as they take a sip from their favorite ever!” The findings came as no surprise to Dr. Jess Shatkin, a professor of child and adolescent psy- cocktails on a brisk Friday night. Whether the Trump administration likes it or not, Puerto chiatry at NYU Langone Medical Center, in New York City. As I walk down the streets of a col- Rico cannot reconstruct without the help of their mother But they do highlight an ongoing issue, according to Shatkin, who wasn't involved in the MilwaukeeIf you want an area that can bring orful downtown Milwaukee, I’m in- country. He is threatening the removal of gov’t aid that most study. together several races, groups and stantly taken aback by the friendly of the people of the island only have to rely on. Growing fear organizations for one night, look no faces filled with excitement as they to those that are helpless, weak and fragile. Distinguishing further than Downtown Milwaukee. prepare to enter their favorite bars. the islanders is crystal clear. The threats of removing aid just For many tourists of the city of Mil- Whether it’s inside of Mcgullicuddy’s confirms it. The administration is treating the islanders as waukee, there may be a question as on 3rd street or Ugly’s night club on second-class citizens when they have all the rights to receive Quardeay Julien couraging a protest in response to the bank’s decision toto what they can get their hands into third ward, Milwaukee civilians al- aid as we do. Rep. Darren Soto of Florida challenges Trump. guided prejudice it has reportedly prompted several Black viewing. sell the South African gold Kruggerand coins. on a night out on the town. ways have a lot to look forward to "Trump continues to treat Americans in Puerto Rico as sec- aldermenThe to investigate price the impact of of major“pleading groceries and our own cause” Bank officials responded to our righteous indignation Nightclubs, bars, extravagant art Those same tourists will be pleas- during their weekends. ond-class citizens. He wouldn’t be saying this about federal other chains’ decisions to divest from the Black commu- by declaring they would never advertise in our publica- museums and more are available for nity, to locate outside areas deemed too urbanistic. antly surprised by what beautiful Downtown Milwaukee isn’t held to recovery efforts in Texas or Mississippi," Rep. Darren Soto tion. That’s a decision they have maintained. the viewing and visiting pleasure of Some view that strategy as being directly linked to a From our perspective, we would be doing what Johndowntown Milwaukee offers them. one event, attraction or restaurant, said. those who choose to attend during desire by the corporations to weed out Black customers, Russwurm and Samuel Cornish, founders of the Black With an area full of food, fun, party- this location offers a never-ending It’s inevitable for us to feel this way when we have seen the a scheme that has several Black aldermen looking into al- the appropriate hours. The profound Press, decreed in their first edition of Freedom’s Journaling and bonding, one can never be foray of entertainment that can have little compassion that Trump has shown and the mockery he legations of institutional bias. in 1826—pleading our own cause and advocating for an happiness expressed on the faces of plagued with boredom while visiting. you wanting to partake in the festivi- has attempted. Trump is drawing a fine line. The Mayor of I can’t substantiate those accusations, but aside from egalitarian society, whether on these shores or back in the innocent, fun loving children as they Pick N Save, name a major grocery chain located in the When describing Downtown Milwau- ties every single night. In closing, for San Juan has said “WE WILL NOT BE LEFT TO DIE.” It’s Motherland. observe their favorite areas inside of Black community? International sanctions had been declared against thekee, I’m referring to the areas con- all tourists looking for some fun and sad to see our brothers and sisters fighting for their lives and the Milwaukee Art Museum can And aside from Walmart, name a major department racist Apartheid regime of South Africa. That country’sveyed on Water street, which offers thrills, never underestimate the fun to their homes swept away in a matter of minutes. store chain with a central city zip code? make anyone want to smile. main source of international trade was through the salevarious partying opportunities and be had when wandering Downtown In their time of need, it is unacceptable for our POTUS to If anything, most of those who once had a presence of Kruggerand and DeBeers’ diamonds, both of which The sounds of the popular tune, Brady Street, which entails the same, in the city of Milwaukee Wisconsin. threaten aid when they need it the most. This island is going (and profitability) here, have moved out as if there was were mined through exploitation of Black workers. The “Sweet Caroline” can be heard being something wrong with our water. Oops, bad example. while also bringing with it, several --Quardeay Julien to need so much to rebuilt and recover lives that will never be bank was the only institution in the state selling the coins, recreated by Milwaukeeans during Ironically, those that do advertise in the Community thus incurring our wrath. spots to partake in poetry and sports the same. So many celebrities are taking matters into their Journal prosper from the Black consumer base. Many years later, and long after the fall of South own hands to show support and send supplies. Pick N Save is the dominant grocery among Black con- African apartheid, we approached the bank about adver- young people to believe in them- Let’s face it. Our government aid can only help so much sumers, and Walmart gets the lion’s share of retail. tising. They reminded us—two decades later—that they selves and to be great but we’re not Conversely, Sears and K-mart made the mistake of ig- and Puerto Rico is not going be able to rebuild quick alone. A had not forgotten our insult and questioning of the capi- leading by example. noring the Black consumer and paid the price. And sur- talist system of free enterprise, no matter how much it“I Grow, concert for disaster relief “One Voice Somos live” aired Octo- veys show there is little if any brand loyalty among hurts people. As a result, I have created a work- ber 14, 2017. It’s amazing to know that celebrities have come African Americans towards Target, Kohl’s or Penney’s. shop for Millennials that focuses on And let’s not forget what happened when we champi- together for a cause, using their voices to broadcast. We Which begs the question of why those major chains oned the school choice crusade. The teacher’s union— becoming the best you. The “I Grow. You Grow” must stand with Puerto Rico because it seems as though the continue to ignore the viable Black consumer, and shuns those folks who say they support civil rights and put the You Grow.” workshop is a six-month the Black Press as if it were carriers of some contagious Trump Administration wants to leave the island behind in its interests of children first (but only if they controlled our series that I’ve put together. This pro- disease called melanin. taxes and what our children are taught) reportedly threat-Workshop time of need. --Carolina Avila (photo not available) And they are doing so ignoring the potential profitabil- ened progressive businesses with boycotts for advertising gram focuses on self-identity, self- ity and market share. Doesn’t make sense to me. But it their products in this publication. love, valuing your time and does apparently make “cents” to them. Those are the games we are forced to play, utilizingfor MKE evaluating the people you hang In either case, that doesn’t do the Black Press any good, their deck of cards because of who and what we are. around. It’s about setting goals and nor help our sustainability, much less growth. Yeah, there’s a price to be paid for doing what we do, making sacrifices. The workshop is A final observation I didn’t have time for deal with was and representing who we represent. And while journalis- Millennials held once a month and offers a way the flip side of this equation, and provides another reason tically we are beginning to get our just due (Patricia Pat- The city of Milwaukee isn’t always UnityThere are messages to Day why corporate America has turned its back on the Black tillo was inducted in the Hall of Fame two years ago), wepeaches and cream when it comes to create an extra stream of income be learned in childhood fa- Press, and thereby the Black community. vorites like Charlie Brown are still viewed through tainted lenses by corporate Amer-to crime rates or economic issues, through referrals, thus building unity. The Community Journal has always put the community ica, and special interests with a vested interest in silencing and even messages that As a motivational speaker and are shared by “animated before concession, our mission ahead of money, and our our voice. but one thing I can say is that I love founder of SpeakLife Magazine, I be- comedy,” The Simpson’s, advocacy before accounting. And we have paid a price Maybe someday, that will change. But paradoxically,my city. LaShawnda S. Wilkins lieve that we have the power to be as but what could these two for that. that will probably only occur when we, the Black Press, Despite the shootings, killings, we do to change our community? possibly have in common? A major financial institution was none too happy about great as long as we put our minds to are no longer needed. stolen cars, drug abuse, human traf- It wasn’t until I was robbed and One has a holiday special a Signifyin’ column I wrote back in the late 1980s en- Hotep. it. SpeakLife Magazine targets small that serves as a nostalgic ficking and hate crimes, there’s so shot, in 2014, that I decided to make businesses and upcoming profes- reminder of our childhood much room for growth and opportu- it my business to stand up and help that makes its way to our sionals to let our community know nity! Things may seem pretty bad, out. I realized that we all have a role television set every Christ- that it’s not so far-fetched to own mas Eve (A Christmas but I believe it has a great deal to do to play and a position to hold into en- your own. Charlie Brown). with the highlights. hancing our neighborhoods. I believe The other, with its politi- OPEN LETTER TO OUR READERS It’s imperative to practice unity if we Milwaukee Community Journal is an actual brick and mortar building, Many times, we turn on the TV or we blame our young people for their cally incorrect jokes, ani- truly want to see a change. Milwau- mated nudity and the radio and immediately, the only wrong doings without evaluating the not just an online entity. I was downstairs reviewing our equipment in kee may not be what we want it to “forbidden language,” has news we hear about is the bad news. circumstances. become the certified “adult be, but I know that if we all put in the the storage office and it's like visiting a museum. Old relics, equipment, It makes me wonder, is this really all Also, there’s not enough of us who cartoon” that no child effort to change, we can truly make a should watch supervised or Joshua Thomas that our city is about? Why do these are willing to be brave enough to difference! otherwise. The mere men- computers, software and past editions illuminate 41 years journaling issues happen so often? What can hear them out. We often want to tell tion of the two in the same sentence represents a perfect oxymoron. The --LaShawnda S. Wilkins two are related only by their “lovable” brutes, or as we Americans call them, the history of change. Bullies. recognize those listeners. Lucy Van Pelt (Charlie Brown) and Nelson Muntz (The Simpsons) while Since our origin in 1976, we've moved with our audience. Today our “It gave us an opportunity to recognize not excuses, provide us with two important lessons about bullies. Lucy Milwaukee listeners who were “regulars” that had bat- being a girl reminds us that a bully comes in different sizes, and genders. readers are predominantly millennials, 18-40 years of age, shakers and tled with Breast Cancer or to give support There are many types of bullying forms (cyber, physical, verbal), but Van Breast Cancer and resources to listeners who needed it. It Pelt mostly bullies with her demands, verbally and by way of her famous in- movers, the buyers! They are buying homes, cars, raising families. also gave us an opportunity to promote sult “you’re a block head Charlie brown.” Nelson with his parental issues (absent father and inattentive mother), gives us insight into the psyche of a Survivors Will Be early detection and screenings.” Lucas They are eating “fresh,” active in politics, exercising and partying. bully, because we often see him crying when talking about the two, as he Celebrated at said. The Pink Party will take place at Mr. then proceeds to project that hurt onto Bart Simpson and others. Our readers find us in print, with our twice-weekly editions in tenured J’s Lounge on Wednesday, October 25, According to ABC News, approximately 30 percent of students are either 2017 from 7pm-10pm. bullies or have been bullied, with 160,000 students staying home each day retail outlets, churches and selective distribution spots. But they also Jammin’ 98.3’s “It’s a party sponsored in part by Americ- as a result. Founded in the year 2006, Pacers National Bullying Prevention ash Loans! Listeners can expect to come Center started Bullying prevention month in October to raise awareness to Pink Party out to dance and celebrate. It’s an opportu- the issue that same year, as well as Unity Day which takes place on Octo- read us online at milwaukeecommunityjournal.com We’re in this to win October is breast cancer awareness ber 25th worldwide. On this day, advocates of the cause are encouraged to nity for survivors to celebrate and it’s a big month. According to a WISN report, black wear orange to provide a “powerful, visually and compelling expression of this! We're dynamic....crisp clear....interactive...and to be honest - ex- women in Milwaukee who reside in these deal to all the people who helped survivors solidarity” words from Paula Goldberg, Executive Director of the Pacer Cen- seven area codes have the highest risk of through the tough times,” said Lucas. ter. ploding with information that you want to read! breast cancer: 53205, 53206, 53208, Guests are asked to wear pink to the In Milwaukee, community activist and founder of Peace for Change Al- liance Tracey Dent decided to bring observance of the day for the first time 53210, 53213, 53216 and 53233. event to show their support for survivors. We're perfect for new and established advertisers! We want more local to the city of Milwaukee by hosting an event the evening of October 25th, Some women may not be able to get Sarah Thomas There will be prize giveaways and informa- tion available on early detection and 2017. In addition to the event, Dent has worked closely with a group of tal- screened for breast cancer, either due to ented youth singers to create an anti-bullying song that will air on KISS FM interaction and community written articles. We want to offer more mil- screenings. Lucas hopes that the event will lack of time or the cost. The median in- idea for the event. The first event was in 103.7 on October 25th, 2017. The song is designed to deter bullying, an epi- lennial access to a proven community source. come alone for the 53233-zip code is October of 2012. help to spread information on breast can- demic that is sweeping the nation, including the city of Milwaukee. $14,055, which could deter some from “It began, as my idea, to create a “special cer and the resources available to Milwau- Fueled by personal motive, Dent has the support of the Office for Violence This is who we are. But one thing is still deep on our hearts, and that is being able to afford a screening. edition” of our weekly promotion of Miller kee residents. Prevention, as well as Milwaukee Public School systems in an effort to pre- Night Out to promote Breast Cancer “My wish is that listeners spend time to vent kids from being bullied the way his daughter was. Dent hopes to further Programs, such as Sister Pact, aim to his efforts in the war against bullying that in his words, “Can happen to any- you’ve got to join our team. You're the community part of the Milwaukee raise awareness about breast cancer Awareness Month. We created the Pink get informed, take steps toward prevention, screen early, and to spread the word.” one, even at work to grown people.” A fact that holds truth, I’ve seen it my- among black women in Milwaukee. Sister Party as a special edition, in October, self on the jobs, as well as with my work in the MPS systems, but like Dent, Community Journal. Let's build together! Pact will be one of the organizations pro- where we celebrated listeners who were Lucas said. its personal to me because I have seen it effect family members. So, I work viding information on breast cancer screen- survivors.” Lucas said. More information about the event is avail- to prevent it from happening to other kids. I urge parents to teach kids about Speech Thomas, The Milwaukee Community Journal ing at Jammin’ 98.3’s Pink Party. Many Milwaukee residents are current able on the Jammin’ 98.3 website at the emotional and physical effects of bullying. We cannot allow kids to be- Milwaukee's Largest African-American Newspaper LaTonya Lucas, the Marketing and Pro- listeners to Jammin’ 98.3, whether on their www.jammin983.com/events/pinkparty2017 come like Lucy Van Pelt or Charlie Brown, oppressors or the oppressed. motions Director for Jammin’ 98.3, had the commute or at home. 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