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Los Angeles City Council President Herb Wesson announced Mon- day in a fundraising e- blast that he is looking to become the next 2nd Dis- trict Los Angeles County Supervisor in 2020. Wes- son is looking to replace departing Supervisor Mark Ridley-Thomas, who faces term limits in two years. COURTESY PHOTO “After discussing with E. MESIYAH MCGINNIS/L.A. SENTINEL The LAPD and Councilmember MarqueeceHarris-Dawson will hold a community my wife, Fabian, and our Los Angeles City Council President Herb Wesson meeting to give an update on the investigation of the vandalization of the mural on sons, we are excited to Fri., Dec. 7 at 6:30 p.m. at the Kaiser Permanente Baldwin Hills Community Room continue the progress we in the Assembly and Los am asking you to join me located at 3782 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. in Los Angeles. have begun in my time Angeles City Council. I in these early stages of {See FULL STORY A-8}

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By Cora JaCkson-Fossett for the production of work; Staff Writer world languages for effec- tive communication and School pride runs deep critical thinking skills.” at Audubon Middle School The commitment to (AMS) in L.A.’s Leimert effective education has Park. Not only do students continued at AMS since love the fabled campus, it opened in 1929 and the but also 12 staff members current staff demonstrates proudly embrace the title that dedication well be- of AMS alumni. yond their job description. The employees hold a Many alumni noted that range of positions at the assuming multiple roles is school and while return- key to successfully dealing ing to work at AMS was with a multi-ethnic student not intentional, all of the body of 500+ youngsters in employees agree that they grades 6-to-8. are grateful to guide a Typhanie Willock-Bo- younger generation in the gard, a member of AMS’ same institution where they class of 1993, referred to received their educational her teaching position as foundation. “wearing many hats. We’re “I think coming back mothers, sisters, counsel- to Audubon and being an ors, and teachers and I feel The Audubon Middle School staff includes alumni, from left, Marcus Mason, Jakesha Williams-Watson, Yolanda academic counselor here like that is our due dili- Vance, Alexis Flenori, Dorlisa Shumate, Kafayat Tijani, Olivia Fields, Aide Ramirez, Pamela Jones, Typhanie Willock- is surreal, [but] at the same gence to Audubon and the Bogard, Frank Vargas and Raymond Duronslet. (CORA J. FOSSETT/L.A. SENTINEL) time, it’s an honor to be neighboring community. here and be of service to That’s our duty to fulfill.” enal about our school!” The class of 1987 grad- the community where I Offering a similar out- Teacher Olivia Fields, a uate added, “We put love grew up,” said Alexis Fle- look, special education 1966 alumnus, hopes some into the campus so that the nori, a 1990 graduate. trainee Marcus Mason, of those achievers will visit kids can see that and they Describing her enjoy- also a 1993 graduate, said, Audubon and tell students put love into the campus ment, teacher Kafayat “We’re a community as a about their journey to an and it continues to spread. Tijani, a 1994 alumnus, whole. I feel that we must accomplished career. It’s a plus coming back to said, “For me, it was very be consistent and not let “We need professionals my school.” exciting, especially when I the workload get to you, to come to this school and His words prompted returned, there were teach- because there is a reward give back. We need our nods of agreement from ers who were still here who for doing this work. It’s for students to see people that other AMS alumni em- had taught me.” the kids and for the com- look like them that are suc- ployed by the school in- Among those former munity.” cessful – doctors, lawyers, cluding teacher Pamela staff that taught the 12 Part of the reward for architects - who are gradu- Jones, class of 1986; office alumni and are still em- their efforts is witnessing ates of this school. I think technician Aide Ramirez, ployed at Audubon are many students going on to the more that the children class of 2006; special edu- Winford Abraham, Brenda achieve greater heights. As see people that look like cation teacher Yolanda Bright, Kevin Dailey, Cas- counselor Dorlisa Shu- them, they have a better Vance, class of 1975; office sandra Mae, Vera Parker, mate related, Audubon’s chance of succeeding in the technician Frank Vargas, Guy Reed and Lori Walker. “rich history” includes sev- future,” said Fields. class of 2013; and teacher “I’ve always felt that I eral notable people. In the meantime, the Jakesha Williams-Watson, got so much from Audu- “We have so many pro- 12 alumni remain deter- class of 1993. bon, that it was my goal to fessionals and outstanding mined to give their best Summing up the staff’s give the students what I re- individuals that have come efforts to Audubon Middle devotion, teacher Tijani de- ceived,” Tijani said. out of Audubon,” shared School students. Accord- clared, “Everyone has great The staff’s enthusiasm Shumate, a 1998 graduate. ing to assistant plant man- intentions here. They come fits in well with Audubon’s“We have people like NBA ager Raymond Duronslet, here everyday and they mission “to effectively edu- player James Hardin, sing- “Everyday I come to work worked very hard. Anyone cate students for participa- er/songwriter Montell Jor- is a win-win. I get to do a who crosses the threshold tion in a 21st century glob- dan, and L.A. City Coun- job that I enjoy and I get to of Audubon is family and Coach Winford Abraham, who has served at Audu- al economy and provide the cilmember Curren Price Jr. keep this school clean and we will take care of them.” bon since 1978, and Dorlisa Shumate. (CORA J. FOSSETT/L.A. SENTINEL) technological skills needed That is what’s so phenom- maintained.

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Sentinel newS Service Or the mental health pro- undeniable and you are a fessionals on the START force to be reckoned with! This week, Supervisor Team, who are preventing Plus, when people ask me Janice Hahn assumed the school shootings by inter- if you’re my favorite I say Chair of the Los Angeles vening at the first sign of OF COURSE! I can’t be- County Board of Supervi- trouble and putting a student lieve I get to serve with sors. The chair is a rotating back on track for success. Zelda! role and Supervisor Hahn Or the caseworkers and And last but not least… will hold the position for one outreach workers across my Chair Pro Tem-- Kath- year. Supervisor Kathryn county departments who ryn Barger. Who better to Barger became the Board’s have helped lift 10,000 peo- fill the role than my favor- Chair Pro Tem. ple out of homelessness and ite Supervisor! And not After assuming the chair, into permanent housing in only are you well-liked Supervisor Hahn gave short just 15 months using Mea- on this board, you have a remarks on the significance sure H funding. reputation among all of our of the role. And of course the men staff for being kind and ap- Transcript of remarks: and women who work on proachable. You were a When I was born in 1952, our staffs here at the Hall of staffer yourself and you my dad was already plan- Administration and our field know this County and this ning his run for the Board of offices, connecting constitu- role so well. You are an as- Supervisors. My mom said ents with services they might set to this board and I am when she brought me home need and going above and so glad that you will be my from the hospital, the living beyond to help. Chair Pro Tem. room was essentially a cam- 100,000 people work for At the most basic level, paign headquarters. LA County and they are the being chair means running I basically grew up in this backbone of what makes this our weekly meetings and county family. So today be- county extraordinary. I will ensuring that the residents coming the chair and the face never forget that. who take time out of their of this county is a poignant This doesn’t mean we days to join us not only moment for me. don’t have our fair share of feel heard-- but are heard. We often remind people problems. But I know we are Our decisions are only im- that LA County is the biggest ready to meet each big chal- proved by the information county in the nation-- bigger lenge with an even bigger we receive from the people than all but eight states. It solution. who are most impacted by puts in perspective the mas- I am inspired by the them. I take this responsi- sive operation that we are heads of each of our depart- Supervisor Hahn assumes Chair of the Board. (CREDIT: DAVID FRANCO) bility very seriously and it charged with running, but it ments! You never say never, will be my goal to ensure doesn’t capture what makes you face each obstacle like in Los Angeles and in my favorite Supervisor. courageous board. PLUS- we are not only as acces- Los Angeles County great: a challenge you have been Washington and now you Supervisor Mark Rid- - you have been a great sible as possible, but as the people who dedicate their dared to overcome, and you are a role model for lati- ley Thomas -- our most se- seatmate at these board transparent as possible to careers to working here and make this county as daring nas across the nation to nior member of the board. meetings and somehow the people who hold us ac- the spirit with which they do as it needs to be to solve look to. You are fierceYou have a reputation for always find a way to countable.make their work every day. problems no one else has champion for your con- taking on the toughest, but me smile. Shh, don’t tell Like the firefighters even attempted! When I see stituents and always re- most necessary work and the others-- but you are by These are trying times and sheriff’s deputies who you at work it puts a smile on mind us how the policies I will always be apprecia- far my favorite. in this country, but I con- worked days and nights on my face. You are so good at we decide here impact tive that you allowed me Supervisor Sheila Kue- tinue to believe that LA end battling the Woolsey what you do. You are experts our undocumented resi- to coauthor the motion to hl-- Thank you for bring- County is a model for the Fire and getting people out in your fields—and we are so dents. I know we are both put Measure H on the bal- ing a little sparkle to our nation, and that this board of harm’s way. lucky to have you. happy to have left Wash- lot during my very first weekly meetings! 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Los Angeles Sentinel_10 x10.5_PREVENTIVE — Dec 15.indd 1 10/18/18 11:17 AM THURSDAY, DECEMBER 6, 2018 NEWS LOS ANGELES SENTINEL A-5 House Democrats Choose Jim Clyburn as Majority Whip ASSOCIATED PRESS despite the desire among bring up the next generation deeply honored to have the trict, I will work tirelessly to some Democrats for new of Democratic leaders. It’s an support of our Caucus and be a voice for the millions of House Democrats have leadership. acknowledgement their time humbly accept this position Americans who feel left out re-elected Rep. Steny Hoyer Democrats also nominat- at the helm of the new House with a clear understanding of and communities that are too intheirNo.2spotandRep. ed Nancy Pelosi as their majority could be limited. the challenges and opportu- often left behind. I am com- Jim Clyburn as the third- choice for speaker. The Cali- Clyburn released the fol- nities that lie ahead. As I said mitted to staying connected ranking Democrat, reinstat- fornia Democrat had no chal- lowing statement about his to my colleagues today, to all of our Caucuses and ing their entire leadership lenger, but will need a major- election to the post: America is already a great regions and building a whip team for the new Congress. ity of votes from the full “I thank all my House country: our challenge is to operation that is reflective of Hoyer of Maryland is set House to become speaker Democratic colleagues for make its greatness apply fair- the diversity of our Caucus to become majority leader, when the new Congress con- the faith and confidence they ly and equitably to all of its and that empowers a new while Clyburn of South Car- venes in January. have expressed in me to people. As the only member generation of Members to olina will become the whip. The three Democrats, all serve as Majority Whip in of elected leadership from a have a voice in our legisla- FILE PHOTO They both ran unopposed in their 70s, are pledging to the 116th Congress. I am red state and largely rural dis- tive process.” Rep. Jim Clyburn Holly J. Mitchell Takes Senate Oath of Office, NY Rep. Hakeem Jeffries New Pledges to Keep Fighting for Constituents SENTINEL NEWS SERVICE economy in the world,” Dem. Caucus Chairman Mitchell said in her “My ASSOCIATED PRESS Holly J. Mitchell of Los Pledge to You” video post- Angeles took her oath of ed to her recently updated House Democrats have office as a representative of website. “I will continue to elected Rep. Hakeem Jef- the diverse 30th Senate do all that I can to bring to fries of New York as their District as part of a stately California residents a val- caucus chairman. convening of the 2019-20 ues-based budget and a leg- Lawmakers are elevat- legislative session. islative package that is ing the 48-year-old mem- Mitchell promised to going to push the envelope ber of the Congressional continue fighting for work- in addressing critical public Black Caucus as a new ing families. She is the first policy issues that impact generation of leaders push- es to the forefront. African American to chair each of us every day. CQ ROLL CALL VIA AP IMAGES COURTESY PHOTO The race was tight, with the powerful Senate Budg- Holly J. Mitchell “This includes issues Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, D-N.Y. et and Fiscal Review Com- like homelessness, housing the vote 123-113 over Rep. mittee and ran unopposed mentally matter, and it’s the affordability, reforming our Barbara Lee of California, during House Democrats’ including minority wo- last month to win reelection role of government to make criminal justice system and another influential member closed session on the lead- men, who ran for office to a second four-year term. sure that they have the bringing forth equity and of the Black Caucus. ership. She drew on the and are entering the new She is termed out in 2022. resources and the services justice for all. Lee made her pitch record number of women, Congress. “I want people back at they need to thrive in a “That’s my pledge to home to know they funda- state that is the fifth-largest you.” Compton Congresswoman Barragán Elected Second DNC on Rep. Barbara Lee’s New Vice-Chair of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus SENTINEL NEWS SERVICE issues such as family sepa- ration, comprehensive Leadership Role in Congress Rep. Nanette Diaz Bar- immigration reform, access SENTINEL NEWS SERVICE get things done. ragán (CA-44) was elected to healthcare and assisting “I applaud Leader by her colleagues to serve our brothers and sisters DNC Chair Tom Perez Nancy Pelosi for recogniz- as the Second Vice-Chair with the rebuilding efforts released the following ing the critical importance of the Congressional His- of Puerto Rico.” statement on Rep. Barbara of ensuring that women of panic Caucus for the next CHC Leadership for the Lee’s (CA-13) new leader- color hold meaningful lead- Congress. In her leadership 116th Congress: ship role as co-chair of the ership positions at the high- role, the Congresswoman is CHC Chair: Rep. House Steering and Policy est levels of the Democratic expected to serve as Acting Joaquin Castro Committee: Party. And I look forward to Chair in the absence of CHC First Vice-Chair:

“Congratulations to working with Rep. Lee and both the Chair and First COURTESY PHOTO Rep. Ruben Gallego

Congresswoman Barbara COURTESY PHOTO the entire new leadership Vice-Chair. Nanette Diaz Barragán CHC Second Vice- Lee on her new leadership Rep. Barbara Lee team of House Democrats “I am grateful to my Chair: Rep. Nanette Diaz role overseeing the House as we work together to CHC colleagues for giving ing the Trump Administra- Barragán Steering and Policy Com- spent her career fighting grow our party, hold Trump me the opportunity to serve tion’s assault on our His- CHC Whip: Rep. Adri- mittee. Rep. Lee is, without tirelessly for equality, jus- and Republicans account- in leadership as the next panic communities, and as ano Espaillat a doubt, one of the toughest tice, and a brighter future able, and fight for hard- Second Vice-Chair,” said the next Second Vice- Freshman Representa- and most dedicated Democ- for all Americans, and she working families across the Rep. Barragán. “The CHC Chair, I intend to continue tive: Rep-elect Veronica rats in Congress. She has understands what it takes to country.” is the frontline in combat- the fight in addressing Escobar Sen. Kamala Harris Expected to Announce 2020 Intentions BY STACY M. BROWN Booker told NNPA co-sponsor Republican Sen. serves as the leader of the one symbol of that is that we NNPA Newswire Newswire in September at James Lankford of Oklaho- Senate, has not yet brought have free and open elections. the conference. “The CBC is ma. the legislation to the floor for “When a foreign govern- California Democratic the conscience of Congress The bipartisan legislation a vote. ment chooses to manipulate Sen. Kamala Harris has and we have not yet achieved would give the Department Harris said she has been our democracy knowing that never been known to pull- the American Dream, which of Homeland Security told that is at the White would compromise our punches. is increasingly out of reach responsibility for ensuring House’s request. strength and our perception Harris is viewed by those for many. The Dream is still secure elections and shoring “First of all, let’s be clear of our strength, you would who know her as someone deferred,” he said. up election infrastructure about the fact Russia did think leaders would say ‘No, who’s “as tough as they Harris, who, like Booker, against cyber-attacks and interfere in the [2016] elec- we are going to do every- come.” And, she knows that has gone from rising star to would establish an independ- tion of the president of the thing we can to strengthen any bid for president in 2020 serious presidential con- ent advisory panel of experts United States,” Harris told and to give ourselves the against the bombastic Don- COURTESY PHOTO tender, said there is plenty of to develop guidelines on Brzezinski. immunity we need to be free ald Trump will take a bit of Sen. Kamala Harris work ahead. election cyber security. “Flawed though it may from that kind of manipula- rhinoceros skin to deal with. “It’s about where we Republican Sen. Mitch be, we designed a beautiful tion.’ Yet, it’s not happen- “It’s a very serious deci- challenges a barrier-breaking came from and where we’ve McConnell, who currently system of democracy, and ing.” sion,” Harris told MSNBC’s campaign will entail. got to go,” she told NNPA “Morning Joe” co-host Mika “Let’s be honest. It’s Newswire. “This is a pivotal Brzezinski during an onstage going to be ugly,” Harris moment. I think we all know conversation at the Know said. “When you break when Dr. Martin Luther Your Value conference in things, it is painful. And you King Jr. talked about the San Francisco. “Over the get cut. And you bleed.” Dream, it wasn’t about being holiday, I will make that Harris and her colleague asleep,” Harris said. “It was decision with my family.” from New Jersey, Sen. Cory about being awake.” As she told NNPA Booker have long been seen In her interview with Newswire in September dur- as a possible Democratic MSNBC, Harris expressed ing the Congressional Black ticket in 2020, though no one frustration over the slow Caucus Foundation’s Annual has speculated which might progress of the Secure Elec- Legislative Conference, run as president. tions Act, which she intro- she’s keenly aware of the “This is a critical time,” duced in March, along with Congresswoman Kelly Applauds Senate Introduction of Health Equity and Accountability Act SENTINEL NEWS SERVICE determined by the zip code for that to change and the in which you were born. Health Equity and Accounta- Congresswoman Robin Tragically, we know the bility Act is the first step in Kelly, chair of the Congres- stark and shocking statis- that much needed change. sional Black Caucus Health tics. For the vast majority of I want to thank Senator Braintrust, released this Americans, you can predict Hirono for her continued statement following the their longevity, health and leadership on this issue. She introduction of the Health wellness based on the zip has always been a steadfast Equity and Accountability code in which they were advocate for healthy families Act in the U.S. Senate: born. In the richest, most and communities. I know “Today, we took another powerful nation in the his- that under her leadership, important step toward tory of the world, that’s this important bill will con- expanding access to health- simply wrong. tinue to receive important care with the Senate intro- While education, hard and necessary attention as duction of the Health Equity work, dedication, persistence we build towards passage. and Accountability Act. This and luck can help families I’d also like to thank important bill is based upon move up the economic ladder, my Senator, the Honorable one simple premise that all our health is deeply and fun- Tammy Duckworth, for her Americans can support: damentally linked to the loca- leadership as an original your health should never be tion of our birth. It’s past time co-sponsor.” A-6 LASENTINEL.NET OPINION THURSDAY,FEBRUARYTHURSDAY, DECEMBER 16, 6, 20182017 • DR. MAULANA KARENGA •

This year as we again deform, diminish and de- hance human life, our lives, and acts of physical attacks and see all of us as sisters observe the days set aside stroy. That is why we say in and thus, those that enjoin and threats, psychologi- and brothers engaged in a to mark and remind us of Kawaida, the good and bad, us to avoid reckless, high cal assaults, degradation life and death struggle to both the tragic passing right and wrong, benefit and risk, dangerous and self- and coercion, and sexual heal, repair and rebuild our- and praiseworthy endur- harm of anything can be destructive practices, and violence of rape, aggres- selves and our community ance of victims of HIV/ determined by the kind of stress and strengthen our sion and rough, injurious, in the process and practice AIDS among us, we, of relations and relationships physical, psychological and dangerous and degrading of healing, repairing and necessity, continue to it creates, supports and sus- spiritual health, wholeness, practices during sex. This remaking the world. For search for solutions, i.e., tains. well-being and flourishing means men must reject the illness and epidemic how to increase preven- Clearly, a critical point as persons and a people. violence in all relations we struggle against is not tion, ensure treatment and and place of confrontation, Also, we must make and women must refuse to just HIV/AIDS and related care, expand education, cure, and struggle is in the and keep commitments, accept it as normal, neces- is-sues of ill-health, but reduce and end high risk conception and practice of DR. MAULANA KARENGA commitments of life, love, sary or curable simply with also the pathology of a rac- and reckless behavior, sex, for it is here that HIV/ respect, sharing, building, apologies from him and ist and oppressive society and encourage everyone AIDS has found a central cerned about how we relate work and struggle. There is accommodation from her. which affects and infects us to engage in practices to site of life for itself and of- and treat each other; doing no real love or life without And men must stop preda- also. As Fanon reminds us, save lives, promote health fers a disabling and destruc- things that demonstrate real commitments, those tory and wrongful sexual the problem of health is not and secure well-being and tion for us. But sex is not care, concern and consider- also kept in our hearts, relations with young girls only a problem of medicine, flourishing for us all. And done in isolation with no ation and not doing things minds and spirit, and prac- and boys who are vulner- but also one of oppression that search, wherever else prior thought and practice. which violate, devalue or ticed as a promise earnestly able for a host of reasons and can only be ultimately it takes us, always leads It evolves out of ideas, as- harm each other. And this made and joyfully honored. and conditions—naiveté, solved in the emancipatory us back to ourselves. For sumptions, attitudes and refers also and equally to For our commitments are homelessness, deception, and self-empowering pro- the effective confrontation previous practices, all root- how we respect ourselves, reliable evidence and ex- prior abuse, misplaced con- cess and practice of trans- and curing of this horrible ed in kinds of relations and i.e., not only not allowing pressions of who we are ceptions of love and need, formative struggle, internal human epidemic, so dev- relation- ships. And these others to disrespect us, but and the reciprocal relation- coercion, peer pressure, etc. and external. Thus, as we astating to us as African either cause us to respect also not doing things that ships we want and deserve. And we must, as men, say in Kawaida; if not this, people all over the world, ourselves and our partners violate, devalue and de- They are, thus, a sign and stop wearing the many then what? And if we don’t ultimately depends on us, and engage in dignity-af- grade ourselves. practical proof of our trust- masks which temporarily do it, who will? The answer regardless of the medi- firming, life-preserving and Moreover, we must em- worthiness or reliability and only partially hide who is obvious, the need is ur- cal discoveries, so-called life-enhancing practices or brace and root our thought, and the standards we have we are. We must be open gent and the path forward is magic pills, advised regi- mindlessly throw caution emotion, speech and con- set and maintained, not and honest about who we plain and unavoidable. mens, available services and care to the wind and duct in moral values which only for others, but also for are sexually and fully. This and other interventions. wild, and do dignity-deny- are dignity-affirming, life- ourselves. means those who do it, Dr. Maulana Karenga, That is to say, it depends ing, life-endangering and preserving and life-en- Furthermore, there is a must quit the self-conceal- Professor and Chair of on what we do in relations life- destructive things. hancing. Self-respect and need to refrain from a ba- ment and making excuses Africana Studies, Califor- of shared responsibility in Our best relations are respect of others are based sic list of perverse, harm- for hiding information and nia State University-Long love and life, to save and always those which recog- on recognition and appre- ful, destructive and coun- engaging in practices that Beach; Executive Director, secure our lives, improve nize, respect and put into ciation of each person’s terproductive practices endanger, harm and destroy African American Cultural our life conditions and conscious practice a shared dignity. Thus, our values which create conditions lives, and they must get Center (Us); Creator of above all, strengthen our responsibility to build the must reaffirm this dignity,clearly negative to health, the test, tell the truth and Kwanzaa; and author of relations among ourselves good and reciprocal rela- and keep us away from wholeness and well-be- take the medicine. Yes, we Kwanzaa: A Celebration and thus, our capacity to tions and world we all want practices in life and sex ing. First, we must reject must stop the stigmatiz- of Family, Community and work together tirelessly to and deserve. Responsibil- that degrade and demean us all forms of violence and ing, the signifying, side- Culture and Introduction to achieve our goals. ity in relations is always a and violate the sacredness coercion—physical, psy- mouthing, discrimination Black Studies, 4th Edition, Indeed, the hub and moral responsibility, an ob- of our persons. And our es- chological and sexual. In and condemnations against www.OfficialKwanzaaWeb- hinge on which the whole ligation and duty to do what sential values must also be other words, we must rid persons of various sexuali- site.org; www.MaulanaK- of human existence turns is good, right and beautiful. those that preserve and en- ourselves of all tendencies ties and sexual orientations arenga.org. is relations at every level And it is with this under- of life. It is in relation- standing and orientation that • A BLACK PERSPECTIVE • LARRY AUBRY ship that we come into we must engage in ongoing being, learn to love, care, efforts to achieve an ethical be kind, to assist and share and effective solution to the in things good, right and HIV/AIDS crisis. beautiful, and to speak Certainly, our efforts our special truth, strive must be rooted in and begin upward, work, struggle, with respect for ourselves heal ourselves, do good in and each other, as our sacred In June 2016 the U.S. classified as needing specialfor Latinos, particularly, in the world, and come into texts teach us, as possess- Supreme Court’s decision attention. He views cur- finding jobs. Essentially, the fullness of ourselves. ors of dignity and divinity, blocked President Obama’s rent Black-Latino conflictwithin the framework of And it is in relations that worthy of the highest moral immigration plan, at least in California just as pro- Locke’s theory of race we learn and experience consideration and concern. temporarily. The 4-4 vote nounced as historic Black- contact, the Black-Latino the opposite, i.e., things This essentially means that upheld a lower court’s rul- white conflict that was conflict can be viewed as that harm, hurt, damage, we must be constantly con- ing that Obama overstepped based primarily on whites’ Latinos attempting to dom- his authority in expanding maintaining a higher, race- inate Blacks—socially, ec- the los aNgeles seNtiNel Deferred Action for Child- based socioeconomic status onomically and politically hood Arrivals (DACA) and than Blacks. because their kinship ties- authorizing the Deferred Allain Locke’s theory and greater numbers- better Action for Parents of Amer- of racial contact is useful enable them to do so. icans and Lawful Residents in explaining the Black/ Unfortunately, like DANNY J. BAKEWELL SR. Executive Publisher / CEO (DAPA). That plan would LARRY AUBRY Latino immigration con- many others, Blacks have JENNIFER J. THOMAS have shielded as many as 5 groups are obviously firmly flict, according to internalizedSmith. whites’ cul- Publisher million undocumented im- entrenched and left unat- Locke’s theory is Smith’s tural values of individual- KENNETH R. THOMAS migrants from deportation tended could eventually framework for attempting ism and materialism with- Publisher / CEO (1983-1997) and allowed them to legally lead to open conflict. to identify and isolate those out access to their benefits. RUTH WASHINGTON Business Manager / Publisher (1948-1990) work in the U.S. In 2007, Dr. Smith de- variables that promote the And Black kinship ties are COL. LEON WASHINGTON JR. However, once again, livered a paper at a national conflict and to analyze not the as closely knitted as Founder / Publisher (1933-1974) we are reminded that Black conference of Black politi- political repercussions for most immigrant groups, in- PAMELA A. BAKEWELL immigrants (and Black cal scientists entitled, “The American society in general cluding Latinos. This gives Executive Vice President / Chief Operating Officer DANNY J. BAKEWELL JR. Americans) are not part Impact of Immigration on and Blacks’ socioeconomic the latter an advantage over Executive Editor/ Chief of Staff of the immigration reform the Socioeconomic Status status in particular. Blacks in acquiring em- BRENDA MARSH-MITCHELL debate; they are not even of Blacks: A Case Study of Historically, Blacks’ ployment, better school- Executive Assistant to the Publisher a footnote in the massive Black/Hispanic Conflict.” socioeconomic conditions ing and societal benefits in Member of the Board of Directors(2004-2014) nationwide reaction to last He argues immigration is tended to deteriorate as new general. BRANDON I. BROOKS, Managing Editor week’s court decision. Dr. detrimental to Blacks—and waves of immigrants ar- In addition, Latinos J. Owens-Smith, California many, if not most Blacks rived in America, often dis- have been given various Entertainment Editor/Sports Editor/Advertising State University Fullerton, might agree with him. placing Blacks, especially advantages over Blacks by ANGELA HOWARD, Family Editor/Production Designer/ addresses immigration from Black leadership has opted in employment. Locke’s public policies, including Circulation/Distribution an unapologetically Black out of the discussion on theory focuses on the char- being accorded the same CORA JACKSON-FOSSETT, Religion Editor/Production Designer/Staff Writer perspective. His analysis, this very important issue. acteristics of immigrant protective status as Blacks. interspersed throughout this Despite sustained legisla- groups and Smith uses it to Under international law, E. 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• MELINA ABDULLAH • • CHARLENE CROWELL • #BlackLivesMatter’s DeVos Hid Student #BlackXmas is Not Just Loan Repayment Abuses About Buying Black, It’s for 18 Months About Saving Black Lives Student loan servicer Navient rejected over 70 percent of critical findings This weekend, the both ultimately killed by In February 2017, the even more credence to the Southern Christian Leader- Los Angeles police. Twen- Consumer Financial Pro- earlier CFPB investigation ship Conference and Black ty-six-year-old Diante tection Bureau (CFPB) undertaken before filing its Lives Matter-Los Angeles Yarber was deemed “suspi- sued Navient Corporation Navient lawsuit. CFPB co-hosted #BlackSunday, cious” by Walmart employ- and two of its subsidiaries learned that many of the an opportunity for the com- ees in Barstow, who called for allegedly using short- borrowers that incurred munity to intentionally the police on him; officers cuts and deception to ille- excessive charges included spend their dollars with murdered in the parking gally cheat 12 million bor- military veterans, who Black-owned businesses, lot. This week, a 21-year- rowers out of their rights to became disabled during who were provided with old young man, only identi- lower loan repayments. their service to the country. booth space at no charge. fied as “Sky” was killed by These practices, according Federal law provides that to CFPB, led to an addi- military veterans whose The sounds of African a security guard inside FILE PHOTO drums played beneath chil- Melina Abdullah Walgreen’s. The guard tional $4 billion in borrow- Charlene Crowell disabilities were incurred dren’s laughter, and happy- alleges that Sky was er costs. during service to the coun- loud conversations, as mer- who reached for an offi- attempting to shoplift. Forbearance is only one chusetts Senator was justi- try are entitled to loan for- chants embraced cus- cer’s taser emerged. Noth- This pattern repeats option available to borrow- fiably direct. giveness. tomers, exchanged busi- ing written of Ramon’s around the country: In St. ers repaying their student “This report bolsters Navient also holds title ness cards, shared wine and commitment to health or Louis – the murder of loans. While other options allegations that Navient to a related and dubious apple cider toasts, made that he found solace in his Kajieme Powell after own- less costly to borrowers illegally cheated struggling distinction: More con- plans to come to Black regular fitness routine ers of a convenience store like income-based repay- student borrowers out of sumers filed complaints Lives Matter meetings, and amidst the bustle of a new called police alleging that ment were available, their rights to lower repay- about Navient than any prayed together after a day city. Nothing of Ramon’s he stole a soda, outside Navient’s widespread use ments…This finding is other student loan servicer. spent shopping amidst a courage and vision, moving Oakland – the murder of of forbearance boosted cor- both tragic and infuriating, Complainants identified crowded, newly-dubbed across country from the Yuvette Henderson after porate profits by minimiz- and the findings appear to dealing with the servicer or “Justice Center” in Leimert suburbs of Washington, Home Depot called on her ing time spent advising dis- validate the allegations that lender as the key issue, Park. The home of the old D.C. to Los Angeles just for allegedly shoplifting. It tressed borrowers. Navient boosted its profits compared to nearly half at Zambezi Bazaar still feels months earlier in order to was the 2014 murder of Navient’s profit-en- by unfairly steering student 34 percent whose problems like the recently-retired pursue his dreams. Nothing John Crawford inside a hancing measures came at a borrowers into forbearance were based on an inability Ms. Jackie Ryan, warm and of the friendships that he Walmart store in Beaver- great expense to borrowers. when that was often the to pay their loans. African to its core, and had forged or who he was ton, Ohio, that prompted For example, three-years of worst financial option for “At every stage of renewed by the youthful as a brother, a son, and an #BlackLivesMatter to deferment on $30,000 in them.” repayment, Navient chose energy of KarmaNia Smart, artist. Albert Ramon launch its #BlackXmas student loans would cost a Myownreviewofthe to shortcut and deceive who led the planning team. Dorsey was painted as a campaign, making a con- borrower an additional report’s hidden findings by consumers to save on oper- Tightly packed tables over- throw-away, or worse, a nection by the White cor- $6,742. the audit’s six-member on- ating costs,” said then- flowed with organic hair beast, that had to be put porate drive for profit and A few weeks later and site review team uncovered CFPB Director Richard products, handmade skin down. This is the pattern of the targets placed on the in response to CFPB’s law- how Navient not only Cordray at the time the cremes, beautifully-crafted the Los Angeles Police backs of Black people. suit, the Education’ Depart- failed to advise student lawsuit was filed. “Too jewelry, statement tee- Department. This is what We are reminded that ment’s Federal Student Aid loan borrowers of all avail- many borrowers paid more shirts, and sweet treats. In they do. They commit what police function exactly as (FSA) division audited able options to repay their for their loans because the back room, children journalist and author, Than- they were intended, to pro- Navient from March 20-24, loans but believed that its Navient illegally cheated played Twister, practiced disizwe Chimurenga, calls tect the profit of the owner- 2017, and later produced a servicing contract with the them.” “karate,” and read books. “double murder,” killing ship class. Slave-catchers, report of its findings on Department of Education “Too many Americans What was envisioned as a the body, then assassinating the forerunners to police, May 18, 2017. did not require the firm to are struggling to make their marketplace and a chance the character. However, this literally placed targets on But the audit remained do so. student loan payments to enjoy Black-led yoga, is not the work of police the backs of Black people – secret until late November A section of the report every month,” said Whit- self-defense, and dance departments alone; White our Ancestors – whose core this year when the inves- entitled, ‘Servicer Re- ney Barkley-Denney, a pol- classes became a day-long capitalism is complicit. humanity was denied, Spir- tigative expertise of Asso- sponse’ states in part: “We icy counsel specializing in celebration of Black com- In fact, 24-Hour Fitness its assailed, and bodies sac- ciated Press, aided by U.S. disagree with 168 of the student lending with the munity, laughter, and Spir- is emerging as a repeat rificed to preserve the insti- Senator Elizabeth Warren 228 servicing opportunity Center for Responsible it, a marked difference offender. In 2017, employ- tution. At the core of chat- (MA), finally led to public determinations (call review Lending. “While the from the frenzied con- ees called police on Dennis tel slavery was not simply a disclosure of its devastat- and servicing history Department of Education sumerism that is common- Todd Rogers, a Black man hatred for Black people, ing findings. Rather than review)….Nor are we has created programs to place in malls around this who, like Albert Ramon but a drive for profit. That incurthewrathofcon- aware of any requirement help make monthly pay- time. Dorsey, was a member of drive for profit remains, as sumers nationwide, and/or that borrowers receive all ments more affordable, This was the first the gym. Mr. Rogers does the utilization of appear to support the CFPB of their repayment options those programs only work #BlackSunday hosted as a patronized the Slauson armed police to protect it. or any of the multiple state – IDR, deferment and for- if servicers are actually part of Black Lives Mat- location, which deemed As we struggle to end attorneys general who also bearance – on each and helping eligible borrowers ter’s #BlackXmas cam- him to be a problem on police violence against sued Navient, the Educa- every call…If FSA chooses access them. Servicers paign. Each year, from March 7, 2017 because he Black people, we must be tion Department never to require all servicers to aren’t merely debt collec- “Black Friday” through was there too long and his radical in our approach, made the critical audit pub- discuss IDR to all borrow- tors - they can be a borrow- New Year’s Day, folks are presence was “bothering” daring to get to the root of lic. ers on all calls or to require er's lifeline to financial sta- encouraged to #BuildBlack them. Rogers was it all. White capitalism As journalists would all service representatives bility.” by donating to Black-led described as “hostile” and requires racist, violent say, this story has legs: A follow a common call Navient still has a liberation organizations, the manager called the policing to protect it. In Cabinet secretary allowed a flow, specific requirements chance to set its record #BuyBlack by purchasing police. After Rogers had order to eliminate police federal contractor to act as should be provided in an straight. Sen. Warren’s let- goods and services from left the premises, but lin- violence, and the killings of if a key public agency approved Change Re- ter requests a written reply Black-owned businesses gered in the area, the man- our people at their hands, worked for a private com- quest.” to the litany of concerns by that are beneficial to the ager called the Los Angeles we must also target the eco- pany. Additionally, audit That’s a lot of corporate December 4. community, and County Sheriff a second nomic systems that built it findings hidden for a year nerve. Stay tuned. #BankBlack by moving time. Rogers, who was and rely on it. We can start from the public today Navient is supposed to accounts from White cor- diagnosed with bipolar dis- by making choices that impact 44 million student work for the Department of porate banks to Black com- order, was cornered by feed our souls, our commu- loan borrowers. Education, and by exten- munity banks like One deputies in an adjacent nities, our visions of Black The one encouraging sion, the American people. United. Every day of the parking lot and killed. The freedom. We can have development in this still- Further, if Secretary DeVos season, a “Black-owned sheriff say that he was more Black Sundays, more unfolding scenario is that a allows this major contrac- business of the day” is fea- “armed” with an unplugged communal spaces, more U.S. Senator is still waging tor to shape what will or tured on our social media electric shaver that he was sharing of resources. This an effort to protect con- will not happen on her platforms and tools are pro- twirling like a “lasso.” is why we say #Build- sumers. In a November 13 watch, what kind of public vided to those who visit While 24-Hour-Fitness Black, #BuyBlack, letter this year from Sen. steward of taxpayer dollars blackxmas.org. In addition seems to be engaging in a #BankBlack, our lives Warren to Navient’s Presi- is she? to investing in our own pattern that threatens the depend on it. dent and CEO, the Massa- The FSA findings give Betsy DeVos communities, #BlackXmas lives of its Black members and the emerging economic by calling the police on empowerment work of them for minor perceived David G. Brown Editorial Cartoon Black Lives Matter is infractions, they are not intended as a divestment alone in their blatant disre- from White corporations gard for Black life. On that contribute to the mur- October 2nd of this year, der, death, abuse, and 36-year-old LaJuana exploitation of Black peo- Phillips bought “a lemon” ple in real terms. We assert from Best Auto Sales in that White capitalism is Victorville. Ms. Phillips killing our people in very was confronted by male real terms, most starkly staff, who quickly rebrand- through its utilization of a ed her from a customer violent, racist police force who had spent tens of thou- used to protect its quest for sands of dollars and was profit. rightfully upset about On October 29, 2018, receiving a faulty product amidst early morning to an “angry Black woman” workouts, 30-year-old who should be criminalized aspiring hip-hop artist, and marked for death. Los Albert Ramon Dorsey, was Angeles County Sheriff murdered by LAPD inside wasted no time killing Ms. the locker room of the 24- Phillips in broad daylight. Hour Fitness in Holly- There is Grechario wood. The gym contributed Mack and Redel Jones, to stories that painted both challenged by mental Ramon as “violent” and health conditions, both “homeless.” Stories of a accused of minor infrac- “240-pound Black man” tions in retail spaces, and

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By Stacy M. Brown of how we as a community to return to St. Thomas on NNPA Newswire gave each other light when Dec. 7 for another showing nature and the rest of the of the film at the University Since debuting on St. world left us in darkness,” of the Virgin Islands. Other Thomas, “Paradise Discov- Bailey said. upcoming stops on the tour ered: The Unbreakable Vir- The journalist has dedi- include Atlanta, Los Ange- gin Islanders,” is garnering cated this most recent film to les, Chicago, New York, critical-acclaim nationwide. his late father Joseph Bailey, Miami, Providence, Rhode The film, directed by re- who died on September 3 af- Island and Charleston, nowned Virgin Islands author ter a lengthy battle with Al- South Carolina. and journalist Peter Bailey, zheimer’s. Bailey said his goal captures Bailey himself and The film made its U.S. for the Paradise Discov- a cross-section of Virgin Is- mainland debut in October at ered series is to advocate landers retelling harrowing USC’s School of Cinematic for residents of the Virgin tales of surviving hurricanes Arts in Los Angeles as part of Islands and rest of the Ca- Irma and Maria. the university’s “Our Voices” ribbean to be included into The film is based on Bai- program which invites the the nation’s cultural and ley’s New York Times Op Ed brightest minds in filmmak- political discourse. The which he wrote while build- ing to discuss their work. first film from the series, ing a make-shift roof after Past speakers include leg- “The Anguilla Connec- hurricane Irma destroyed his endary directors John Single- tion,” debuted in Anguilla family’s home. ton and John Chu. The event Peter Bailey and Mom COURTESY OF NITECAP MEDIA – his mother’s homeland. Now the intrepid author marked the first time a chap- “If you close your eyes and journalist – a former ter of Virgin Islands history work,” Philadelphia said. said an emphatic Sharifa said Katherine Nails, a and think of the Virgin Is- staffer at Time and News- was showcased at the na- “Unbreakable” most Paul, a high school class- graduating senior who lands you picture a beach,” week – well-known for his tion’s most prestigious filmrecently made its east mate of Bailey’s who serves as managing edi- Bailey said. “There are “NiteCap” conversation se- school. coast debut at the Univer- drove down from Phila- tor of the University of people on these islands. ries, is setting out on a na- “Peter’s work is so impor- sity of Delaware, Bailey’s delphia for the event. Delaware’s student- run People with hopes and tionwide screening tour to tant to the national discourse alma mater, to a packed Others are calling the newspaper. “You learn dreams beyond serving share what he calls “one of today,” said Desa Philadel- crowd of students, profes- film a much-needed- edu that for the Virgin Is- rum punch.” the most inspiring stories in phia, a journalist who heads sors and civic leaders. cation. landers tragedy brought American history that main- USC’s Voices Program. “I laughed. I cried and “The film taught me a out the best in their com- For more information stream media missed,” ac- “There should be many rich identified. Someone is- fi lot about U.S. citizens that munity.” on the tour, visit www.nite- cording to a news release. discussions centered around nally telling our story,” I knew nothing about,” Bailey is scheduled capmedia.com. “Unbreakable is the story the themes he explores in his

By Lauren Victoria Burke activities. This, in turn, cre- onstrated bias and a com- NNPA Newswire ated more concerns. Weigh- mitment to defending voter ing these important factors, suppression efforts at every On November 29, the this afternoon I concluded turn,” stated Kristen Clarke, U.S. Senate’s only African that I could not support Mr. President of the Lawyers’ American Republican Sena- Farr’s nomination,” said Committee for Civil Rights tor, Tim Scott, announced Scott. Under Law. he would oppose the nomi- The decision marked “Farr was the primary nation of Thomas Farr to the second time Scott has coordinator of the 1984 ‘bal- a lifetime appointment to blocked a Trump nominee lot security’ program con- the federal bench. Scott’s to the federal bench. ducted by the 1984 Helms blockbuster decision ended “Thomas Farr was the for Senate Committee. He the chance of Farr’s nomi- most polarizing, dangerous coordinated several ‘ballot nation being confirmed by and biased nominee that security’ activities in 1984, the U.S. Senate. we have seen put forth by including a postcard mailing Rep. Tim Scott (FILE PHOTO) Thomas Farr (PHOTO: SCREEN CAPTURE MSNBC) Scott cited, “lingering President Trump. We ap- to voters in predominantly concerns” on “issues that plaud Senator Tim Scott for Black precincts which was was a dramatic one. A fore that procedural vote. (R-FL), Susan Collins (R- could affect [Farr’s] deci- exercising independence in designed to serve as a basis day before on November Many assumed his support ME) and Lisa Murkowski sion-making process as a the examination of Farr’s to challenge voters on elec- 28, he was nowhere to be of moving the debate to a (R-AK) in wondering out federal judge.” disturbing record; a record tion day. Footnote 7, DOJ found shortly before a vote final vote meant he would loud about whether Farr “This week, a Depart- influenced by the modern Memo, June 19, 1991. This to continue debate on the support Farr’s nomination. should be on the federal ment of Justice memo writ- White supremacist machine revelation is singularly dis- Farr nomination. Other That assumption was in- bench. But Sen. Scott was ten under President George that former North Carolina qualifying,” wrote NAACP Senators, as well as re- correct. the only one to announce H.W. Bush was released that senator Jesse Helms pio- President Derrick Johnson. porters, searched for Scott Sen. Scott was joined he would vote against Farr shed new light on Mr. Farr’s neered, and one that dem- Sen. Scott’s decision near the Senate floor -be by Senators Marco Rubio on the floor.

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1/8 th page 3 Cols. x 5.25 A-10 LOS ANGELES SENTINEL NEWS THURSDAY, DECEMBER 6, 2018 Riverside County Jury Awards $2.5 Million for Wrongful Death in Fatal Shooting of Mentally Ill Anthonie Smith by Sheriffs Deputies SENTINEL NEWS SERVICE this will serve as an exam- back to his feet, and after ple for families who strug- several seconds elapsed. A Riverside County gle with mental illness. My Deputies shot him a ninth jury awarded a $2.5 million son didn’t deserve to lose and final time. wrongful death verdict on his life. I trusted the police, The deceased’s mother, Wednesday to the family of and I’m really glad the ver- Sybil Davis won justice for a mentally-ill African- dict ruled in our favor.” her son against Deputy American man fatally shot The case centered Deylan Kennedy, Sergeant nine times by Riverside around the use of excessive Sheree Anthony, and the Sheriffs on July 16, 2015. force and wrongful death in County of Riverside. Plain- Sybil Davis, the mother of the detention of Anthonie tiff attorney John Harris of now deceased, Anthonie Smith, who was having a Harris & Associates com- Smith, has further schizophrenic episode. mented on the victory say- expressed her hope that law Deputies were notified of ing, “We are pleased with enforcement will be his mental illness, and upon the jury’s verdict today of required to obtain adequate locating Anthonie near the 2.5 million dollars. Justice training on the appropriate corner of Perris and Sun- wasservedonbehalfofthe handling of citizens with nymead boulevard, shot decedent, Anthonie Smith, PHOTO: CHAZ HALL PHOTOGRAPHY mental illness. Attorney Herbert Hayden, Sybil Davis (Mother), Attorney John Harris him eight times causing and his mom, Sybil Davis. In a statement follow- him to fall to the ground. A We’re pleased that this ing the verdict, Ms. Davis relieved that my son got three years and I’m happy cer’s excessive force severely wounded An- three-year journey has now expressed, “I’m very justice today. It’s been that the jury found the offi- unnecessary. I hope that thonie managed to stumble come to a close.” White Officer Indicted for Pimp Sentenced to 281 Years to Life Murder in Killing of Black Man for Human Trafficking of Minors

ASSOCIATED PRESS CITY NEWS SERVICE August 2011 and July dent was convicted Oct. 25 2015, according to Deputy of two felony counts each of Dallas County court An ex-con who traf- District Attorney Guiller- pandering by procuring a records show that a White ficked teenage girls as mo Santiso. minor under age 16, human former Dallas police officer young as 13 for commercial Roberts — a “third- trafficking of a minor for a has been indicted on a mur- sex was sentenced today to strike” defendant who had commercial sex act, human der charge for the killing of 281 years to life in state prior convictions for rob- trafficking of a minor for a her Black unarmed neigh- prison. bery and attempted robbery commercial sex act by force, bor when she mistakenly In sentencing Raylonzo in the 1990s — was arrested fear, fraud or threat of injury went to his apartment Roberts, Los Angeles Supe- in August 2015, following and lewd act on a child. instead of her own and shot rior Court Judge Robert J. an investigation by the Los Jurors also convicted him. COURTESY PHOTO Perry said he perceived the Angeles Police Depart- Roberts of one count each of The court records were Former Dallas Officer Amber Guyger, who was found 43-year-old defendant as a ment’s South Bureau human trafficking to commit guilty of killing Botham Jean, has been fired from her posted Friday before “danger to society.” Human Trafficking unit and another crime, aggravated department. authorities were set to The crimes involving the Long Beach Police sexual assault of a child and announce the decision of a St. Lucia. filed a lawsuit against eight victims occurred at Department. possession of a firearm by a grand jury on the fate of Guyger told investiga- Guyger and the city of Dal- various times between The Los Angeles resi- felon. Amber Guyger. She was tors she mistook Jean's las. arrested days after the Sept. apartment for her own and The shooting thrust 6 shooting that killed her thought she'd encountered Dallas into the national Former NFL Cornerback Pleads No 26-year-old neighbor Both- an intruder. She has since conversation on the inter- am Jean, who was from the been fired from the depart- section of race and law Contest to Trying to Kill Ex-Girlfriend Caribbean island nation of ment and Jean's family has enforcement. CITY NEWS SERVICE er the woman in a carpet during the July 8 attack, Former NFL cornerback prosecutors said when he Three Charged in Shooting Brandon Browner pleaded was charged. The woman's no contest today to trying to two children were present kill his ex-girlfriend at her when the attack occurred. apartment in La Verne. Browner was arrested Deaths of Two Brandon Browner, 34, about 5-1/2 hours later by was immediately sentenced La Verne police. He has to eight years in state prison jailed in lieu of $10 million Fifteen-Year-Old Boys following his plea in a bail. Pomona courtroom to one He played on two Super Brandon Browner Bowl-winning teams — the CITY NEWS SERVICE Rocha, 27, and Edwin Fed- and Monyae Jackson of felony count of attempted erico Loza, 19, both of Los Angeles, along with murder and two misde- Browner to stay away from Seattle Seahawks and the New England Patriots — Three people are facing South Los Angeles, are the shootings of two other meanor counts of cruelty to the woman and her two chil- during his 11-year football capital murder charges scheduled to be arraigned 15-year-old boys who were a child involving the dren for 10 years, according career, during which he also stemming from a May 13 Jan. 14 in a South Los injured by the gunfire. woman’s two children. to the District Attorney’s played for the Denver Bron- gang-related shooting in Angeles courtroom on two The murder charges Superior Court Judge Office. cos and New Orleans Saints. South Los Angeles, in counts each of murder and include the special circum- Bruce F. Marrs also ordered Browner tried to smoth- which two 15-year-old attempted murder. stance allegations of multi- boys were killed and two The two are charged ple murders and murder other teens were wounded, along with Cristian Ivan while the defendants were Man Charged With 4-Year-Old the Los Angeles County Macias, 19, who previously active members of a street District Attorney’s Office pleaded not guilty in the gang who carried out the announced today. slayings of Lamarrion crime to further the gang's Daughter’s Death Upchurch of Long Beach activities, along with an Nancy Joanna De La CITY NEWS SERVICE life in prison if convicted in Paramedics sent to the allegation that Loza per- the death of his daughter, home Sunday morning sonally and intentionally Two days after his 4- Zaraellia Thompson, ac- found the tot unresponsive discharged a firearm. year-old daughter died at a cording to the Los Angeles and took her to County- Prosecutors have yet to hospital after being found County District Attorney's USC Medical Center, where decide whether to seek the unresponsive at his home, a Office. she died, authorities said. death penalty against the South Los Angeles man Prosecutors allege the The cause of the girl's three. was charged today with girl was dropped off sever- death was not immediately Macias allegedly had a assault on a child causing al weeks ago at Lee's home available. confrontation with a group death. in the 1500 block of East Lee is due in a down- of teenage boys on a public Charles Richard Lee, 42nd Street and that he town Los Angeles court- street that day. Deputy Dis- 23, was arrested Sunday physically abused her over room for arraignment on trict Attorney Michael and could face 25 years to the course of that time. Dec. 17. Michelena alleged that Mascias returned to the area a short time later with his co-defendants and found the teens walking in L.A. County to Honor the 300 block of West Man- chester Avenue near the Harbor (110) Freeway. Unclaimed Dead Loza allegedly opened CITY NEWS SERVICE fire from a vehicle, striking said, emotional as she conducting burials of the the four. noted some of the dead unclaimed dead since 1896. Upchurch died that day Los Angeles County were homeless, many were Members of the public of a gunshot wound to the officials and interfaith lead- poor and some were chil- are welcome to attend the back, and Jackson died ers will preside tomorrow dren. interfaith remembrance, two days later as a result of over the burial of the cre- Those to be buried at which will include prayers, a gunshot wound through mated remains of 1,467 the Los Angeles County song and rituals from the the abdomen, according to individuals in a mass grave. Crematory and Cemetery Christian, Jewish, Muslim, records from the coroner's Supervisor Janice Hahn in Boyle Heights died in Hindu and Native Ameri- office. called for a moment of 2015. The county generally can traditions. silence at Tuesday's Board holds the cremated remains Family members Macias was arrested of Supervisors meeting in for three years before burial searching for deceased June 14 by homicide honor of those whose bod- to allow family members loved ones can call the detectives from the Los ies were unclaimed, just and loved ones a chance to county Office of Decedent Angeles Police Depart- after another moment of claim the remains. The Affairs/Morgue at (323) ment, while De La Rocha silence in honor of former ashes have already been 409-7161 or the Medical was taken into custody President George H.W. placed in a single mass Examiner – Coroner’s Sept.18andLozawas Bush. grave in advance of the cer- Office, (323) 343-0512. arrested Nov. 14, jail “We do not know much emony and formal burial The cost of cremation can records show. All three are about them, but we know service. be waived for families fac- being held without bail. their lives mattered,” Hahn The county has been ing financial hardship. THURSDAY, DECEMBER 6, 2018 NEWS LOS ANGELES SENTINEL A-11 EXCLUSIVE: Camille Cosby Speaks to the Black Press About Hate Groups, Racism, History and Voting Rights BY STACY M. BROWN She continued: spoke fiercely about Ameri- color is evident in the repre- Meanwhile, she said, NNPA Newswire “However, history teach- ca’s hate and racism. She sentation of holy figures in “White” is described as es us that we, the People of blamed America for teaching Christianity, who have been “decent; honorable; auspi- Racism and prejudice are the United States, can purge Mikail Markhasev, her son’s “recreated in images of cious; without malice.” omnipresent and internalized this danger from our nation’s killer, to hate Black people Whiteness.” “A medical school at the within America’s institu- political offices. Indeed, because of the various and “In some ways, it creates University of Texas in tions, media and myriad enti- President Richard Nixon’s pervasive forms of racism in or endorses White suprema- Galveston conducted a con- ties. One example can be corrupt presidency was final- our society. cist kinds of imagery within troversial study primarily on traced to the Voting Rights ly brought to an end when “I believe America religion, which has been a Black babies from 1956 to Act of 1965, according to the people rose up and taught our son’s killer to hate problem for people of color 1962. The researchers with- Camille Cosby, wife of demanded that their repre- African Americans. After and has been a problem for held an essential fatty acid imprisoned Bill Cosby. sentatives be held account- Mikail Markhasev killed African Americans.” from the babies’ formulas While her husband lan- able. We must do the same Ennis on Jan. 16 1997, he In 1997, Mrs. Cosby that humans need for the guishes in a Pennsylvania today.” said to friends, I shot a nig- wrote: growth of the whole body “All African Americans, prison, Mrs. Cosby said it’s That the Voting Rights ger. It’s all over the news,” “African Americans, as and nervous system,” Mrs. regardless of their educa- important to keep his case at Act had even been tampered Mrs. Cosby wrote tional and economic well as all Americans, are Cosby said. the forefront of the public’s with is indicative of the soci- Dr. Alvin F. Poussaint, an accomplishments, have brainwashed every day to “Those Black babies awareness because of the ety Black Americans are expert on race relations and been — and are — at risk in respect and revere slave- were used as laboratory ani- injustice done. faced with, Mrs. Cosby said. family friend of the Cosbys America, simply because of owners and people who mals, and several of the She also wanted to “No other Americans are told CBS News after the their skin color,” Camille clearly waffled about race. In infants died during the remind Black America of the subjected to this oppressive essay was published that Cosby said. truth, the enslavement of mil- course of the study. Previous- importance of the Voting nonsense,” she said. Mrs. Cosby felt the media lions of Africans immeasur- ly, this research had been Rights Act that she long ago For those who might had played down the racial likely to have seen “Ameri- ably enriched the treasuries done on dogs. This is just one predicted would be dialed mistakenly believe that Mrs. aspect of the case. ca’s intolerable, stereotypical of America’s government of several unethical medical back by politicians who Cosby is simply speaking out “This young man didn’t movies and television pro- and individuals. studies on African Ameri- sought to deprive African because of her husband’s like Black people. He used grams about Blacks,” which “Interestingly, several cans that has been document- Americans of their so-called predicament, she easily and the word nigger” Poussaint were not shown in the Soviet slave-owners’ images are on ed.” inalienable right to vote. understandably scoffs at such said. “I think that this was Union before the killer and America's paper currencies: In 2018, Mrs. Cosby And, in an editorial she a notion. played down so much that his family moved to America George Washington ($1), says: wrote exclusive for Black After all, she and Mr. Camille felt the need to in the late 1980s. Thomas Jefferson ($2), “Our ancestors fought for Press USA prior to the 2018 Cosby have donated more present this to the Ameri- She also wrote about the Alexander Hamilton ($10), the right to [vote]. They were midterm elections, she urged than $200 million to Histori- can public.” risk of being Black in Amer- Andrew Jackson ($20), jailed, were beaten, were African Americans to vote cally Black Colleges and Poussaint noted that the ica. Ulysses Grant ($50) and killed for fighting for our for justice, equality and Universities as well as crime had been called a “All African Americans, Benjamin Franklin ($100). right to vote. Yet, too often, democracy. dozens of integrated schools “botched robbery,” but that regardless of their education- “Grant was the last U.S. we do not exercise that most “The American people – most of whom have Markhasev had shot Cosby al and economic accomplish- president to own slaves. important right. We overlook have been dangerously close rescinded honorary degrees in the head and did not take ments, have been — and are Even Abraham Lincoln ($5) the midterm elections to being governed by a dicta- to Bill Cosby, but hadn’t his cash, watch or car. “I — at risk in America, simply said,‘Idonotstandpledged because we forget how great- torship… intent on serving returned the millions of dol- think there’s reason to because of their skin color.” to the prohibition of the slave ly they can impact our lives. its own greedy interests even, lars the family has donated. believe he shot Ennis Cosby Poussaint, a psychology trade between the states... I, “But, as I learned from when it results in eradicating The Cosbys have also because Ennis Cosby was a professor at Harvard agreed. as much as any man, am in [Montgomery County Dis- the laws that protect humani- loaned their extensive Black man,” Poussaint said. “She’s saying that, as favor of having the superior trict Attorney] Kevin Steele’s ty,” Mrs. Cosby said. African art collections to Camille noted that the long as you have hate groups position assigned to the election in 2015, a corrupt “Many of today’s politi- museums and other institu- killer of her only son prob- that are targeting Black peo- White race.’ politician at any level is a cians…especially those who tions of higher learning. ably did not learn to hate ple, there’s a risk that they “America’s educational danger to the American peo- are heavily financed by par- Following the murder of black people in his native may randomly pick any institutions’ dictionaries ple, and even more so when ticular corporate her only son, Ennis Cosby, country, Ukraine. Where, Black person and kill them, define ‘Black’ as ‘harmful; that politician has promised entities…are becoming more than 20 years ago in she noted, the Black popu- “Poussaint said. hostile; disgrace; unpleasant to act in service of his own increasingly dangerous ene- Los Angeles, Mrs. Cosby lation is near zero. Mrs. Cosby writes that aspects of life,’” Mrs. Cosby toxic ambitions and racial mies of our human rights.” wrote an essay in which she She added, he was not propaganda against people of said. hatred.” Supreme Court Hears Important Civil Forfeiture Case BY STACY M. BROWN crime. at risk of having their cash panied by a conviction, many like Temple and NNPA Newswire In most states, the agen- assets seized, even though according to the SPLC. Timbs wait with great cies are entitled to keep the Black and White drivers Forfeiture is also most anticipation. The Supreme Court this property or, more typically, areequallylikelytobe likely to affect economical- “For ordinary citizens, week is considering limit- the proceeds from its sale. found with narcotics. ly disadvantaged commu- the real-world conse- ing the practice of civil for- An analysis by the A 1993 investigation by nities: One study found that quences can be devastat- feiture, which law enforce- The profile of suspects who Southern Poverty Law The Orlando Sentinel areas with high income ing,” Timbs’ attorney ment has used since the have their assets seized, a Center found that while revealed that nine of every inequality were targeted for argued in a brief to the War on Drugs mostly researcher observed, “dif- federal forfeitures totaled 10 motorists who were civil forfeiture operations, Supreme Court. against African Americans, fer greatly from those of $93.7 million in 1986, this stopped and stripped of likely because these police “The Excessive Fines the drug lords, for whom Hispanics and those in poor revenue grew by more than their cash by police in departments have limited Clause secures a single, asset forfeiture strategies communities. were designed.” 4,600 percent – to $4.5 bil- Volusia County, Florida, funding and are inclined to unitary right: freedom from At the heart of argu- lion a year – by 2014. were either Black or His- use forfeiture to secure excessive economic sanc- ments in the nation’s high- they at least limit the prac- Forfeitures handled by panic, and three out of four needed revenue. tions that are at least partly est court are two question- tice of civil forfeiture, many states have also poured were never charged with a The profile of suspects punitive. able forfeitures. a minority could regain pre- millions, perhaps billions, crime. who have their assets “To be sure, that right The first occurred in viously lost property. of dollars into law enforce- In Philadelphia, where seized, a researcher can be violated in countless October of 2016. Civil asset forfeiture is ment agencies. nearly 300 houses are observed, “differ greatly ways, using countless Alexander Temple, a the ability of authorities to As a result, there has seized annually, African from those of the drug tools; in this regard, gov- Maine resident, was pulled seize private property used been a massive transfer of Americans make up 44 per- lords, for whom asset for- ernments are endlessly over on Interstate 95 in in a crime. However, most wealth and assets from cent of the population, but feiture strategies were innovative, ‘with more and New Hampshire for a rou- legal experts agree that the American citizens – and 63 percent of house designed.” more civil laws bearing tine traffic stop. Police in practice has enriched states especially the most eco- seizures and 71 percent of Now, as the Supreme more and more extravagant that state seized $46,000 and law enforcement and nomically vulnerable – to cash forfeitures unaccom- Court considers the law, punishments.’” from Temple, claiming usually the forfeitures police, who can largely use they felt it would be used occur without a court hear- the funds however they see for illegal activity. ing. fit, the SPLC reported. Even though Temple In the 26 states and Dis- Many states do not was released without ever trict of Columbia that even require local agencies facing a single criminal report forfeiture activity, to track or report seized charge, the police kept the law enforcement agencies property. cash. collected more than $254 In civil forfeiture cases, The second is Tyson million in funds and prop- as many as 80 percent of Timbs, a recovering opioid erty in 2012 alone, accord- people who have their addict from Indiana who ingtoananalysisbythe assets seized are never pled guilty to dealing drugs Institute for Justice, a non- charged with a crime. in 2013. After he was sen- profit libertarian public In most state and feder- tenced to probation and interest law firm. al courts, the government is ordered to pay a fine, the “This is an incredibly only required to show there state seized his $42,000 important case,” said is a preponderance of evi- Land Rover in an act of Christopher Riano, lecturer dence – more likely than civil forfeiture. in constitutional law and not – that the property abet- That despite the fact government at Columbia ted a criminal act. that Timbs proved that the University, told ABC Homes have been funds he used to purchase News. seized from owners whose the SUV were not from “Historically, whenever children or grandchildren drug sales, but from a life the court takes these types were accused of commit- insurance policy he of cases, the court does ting drug crimes, even received from his father. usually move to incorpo- though the owners them- “I’m feeling very rate the federal guarantees selves were never implicat- good,” Timbs told ABC against the states.” ed. News as he entered the The Southern Poverty In one money-launder- High Court this week. Law Center reported that, ing case in Florida, SPLC “This has been a very dif- since the advent of the War officials noted that law ferent experience for me on Drugs, law enforcement enforcement seized with so much attention.” agencies have used civil approximately $49 million Timbs attorney Wesley asset forfeiture laws to strip but did not bring a single Hottot argued the seizure of Americans of billions of indictment. the Land Rover violated dollars in cash, cars, real The drug war has undu- the 8th Amendment’s pro- estate, and other assets. ly harmed racial minorities, tection against excessive Under these state and and its civil forfeiture pro- fines, a Constitutional federal laws, officers are visions are no different, guarantee that should be legally empowered to seize according to the SPCL. upheld in all states. property they believe is Because of racial pro- A majority of the jus- connected to criminal filing, Black and Hispanic tices reportedly seemed activity – even if the owner motorists are dispropor- receptive to the idea. And, if is never charged with a tionately searched and put THURSDAY, DECEMBER 6, 2018 NEWS/CLASSIFIED LASENTINEL.NET A-12 THURSDAY, JANUARY 9, 2014 NEWS LOS ANGELES SENTINEL A-7

December 7, is official the women said they felt I standing stationery and the day season, why not give mas, the answer is always “National Letter Writing had the gift of hospitality protocol of various forms the gift of your handwritten the same. I love a nice Day.” I have loved writing and encouragement. I re- of letter writing. There sentiments? Maya Angelou cup of tea, a good bottle of handwritten notes since I member thinking, and even truly is an art to the hand- said, “People may not re- wine, a nice smelling can- was a little girl. It is one of expressing, “what kind of written note. Although member exactly what you dle and a supply of beauti- the gifts my paternal grand- gifts are those?” I didn’t letter writing tends to be did, or what you said, but ful cards and or stationery mother instilled in me as think they were special, associated more in a social they will always remember that I can use to send some- far back as I can remember. and I really didn’t see them context than business, it is how you made them feel.” one a note of love and en- Whenever anyone would as gifts. What’s interesting part of both our personal I am often asked how couragement. do anything nice for us, she is, the reason the women and professional brands. I’m able to send someone Forgiveness does not would tell us that it was our shared their sentiment was The quality of the paper a note at a moments, no- mean we accept what responsibility to sit down because just about every we use, the instruments we tice. This is a part of why someone does or says, it at the dining room table one of them had received write with and even our people see hospitality and frees us of the chains of and write them a thank you Wendy Gladney cards and notes from me in penmanship are all a reflec- encouragement as gifts, but bondage others try to place note. I also enjoy send- the mail over the years. It tion of our personal brand. this is a gift that I can share upon us. And we are free ing handwritten notes and -couragement enclosed. would be years, and liter- But at the end of the day, with everyone. If you al- indeed. cards to celebrate the spe- Many years ago, I was ally thousands of stamps, people aren’t going to care ways stay ready, you never . cial days for the people in part of a women’s bible later that I would come to about all of that because have to get ready. I make Healing Without my life. I embrace anytime study group and besides understand and appreciate what matters most is the it a point to always keep Hate: It’s a choice. It’s I can pause and write a note studying specific sub- how special those gifts re- fact that you took the time on hand nice stationery, a lifestyle. Pass it on! to let people know they are jects from the bible, we ally are and how my acts to sit down and send them various types of cards, in my thoughts and prayers. would also have interest- helped and encouraged my a letter -- and this time, good pens and a good sup- Visit www.WendyEn- Even though it is easier and ing conversations on vari- friends, family and strang- when they open the mail- ply of stamps. When you terprises.comand www. faster to just send someone ous topics. One week, we ers. box, more than just bills have the right ammunition forgivingforliving.org. an email or a text with vari- went around the table and This year, I had the op- and “junk mail” will be stocked up, you can fire at Wendy is a coach, con- ous emojis, there’s no com- we talked about what we portunity to attend the Pro- there. A handwritten note will. Whenever my family sultant and speaker. You parison to the handwrit- thought were each oth- tocol School of Washington is actually a present. It is a and friends ask me what I may email her at wendy. ten note that arrives in the er’s gifts. When it came where we covered several gift that can put a smile on would like for my birthday, [email protected]. mailbox with a little en around to me, several of topics including under- someone’s face. This holi- Mother’s Day or Christ-

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Statement must be filed NOTICE-In accordance with declares as true any material The registrant commenced to before the expiration. Effective Subdivision (a) of Section matter pursuant to Section transact business under the CITY OF LOS FICTITIOUS January 1, 2014, the Fictitious 17920, a Fictitious Name 17913 of the Business and fictitious business name or GOVERNMENT Business Name Statement Statement generally expires Professions code that the names listed above on N/A ANGELES BUSINESS must be accompanied by the at the end of five years from registrant knows to be false I declare that all information NAMES Affidavit of Identity form. the date on which it was filed is guilty of a misdemeanor in this statement is true and The filing of this statement in the office of the County punishable by a fine not to correct. (A registrant who GENERAL CONTRACTOR does not of itself authorize Clerk, except, as provided exceed one thousand dollars declares as true any material PRE-QUALIFICATION NOTICE OF ESCHEAT TO the use in this state of a in Subdivision (b) of Section ($1,000)). matter pursuant to Section OPPORTUNITY WITH THE Fictitious Business Name 17920, where it expires S/ Andre Purry, Owner 17913 of the Business and LACCD CITY OF LOS ANGELES FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT in violation of the rights of 40 days after any change This statement was filed Professions code that the NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, another under Federal, State, in the facts set forth in the with the County Clerk of Los registrant knows to be false that for the past three years, File No. 2018 294726 The following person(s) is or common law (See Section statement pursuant to Section Angeles on November 15, is guilty of a misdemeanor NOTICE IS HEREBY there remained unclaimed 14411 et seq., Business and 17913 other than a change 2018 punishable by a fine not to GIVEN that the Los Angeles with the Police Department of (are) doing business as: Community Legal Aid Professions Code). in the residence address of NOTICE-In accordance with exceed one thousand dollars Community College District the City of Los Angeles monies Original a registered owner. A new Subdivision (a) of Section ($1,000)). (“District”) invites Licensed held in the account known as SoCal, 725 Rosecrans Ave., 12/6, 12/13, 12/20, 12/27/18 Compton, CA 90222, County Fictitious Business Name 17920, a Fictitious Name S/ Anthony Deon Gaston, General Contractors to submit the “UNCLAIMED MONIES CNS-3199718# Statement must be filed Statement generally expires Owner Statements of Qualification SEIZED INCIDENTAL TO of LA LOS ANGELES SENTINEL Registered owner(s): before the expiration. Effective at the end of five years from This statement was filed (SOQ) for the following ARREST TRUST FUND” January 1, 2014, the Fictitious the date on which it was filed with the County Clerk of Los procurement: which were seized between Legal Aid Society of Orange FICTITIOUS BUSINESS County, 2101 N. Tustin Ave., Business Name Statement in the office of the County Angeles on November 13, October 2, 2002 and October NAME STATEMENT must be accompanied by the Clerk, except, as provided 2018 1, 2015. The amount of the Santa Ana, CA 92705; CA File No. 2018289458 This business is conducted Affidavit of Identity form. in Subdivision (b) of Section NOTICE-In accordance with Prequalification of General unclaimed monies is: The following person(s) is The filing of this statement 17920, where it expires Subdivision (a) of Section by: A Corporation (are) doing business as: Construction Contractors $396,233.35 does not of itself authorize 40 days after any change 17920, a Fictitious Name for projects under $2.5MM Claims for return of these The registrant commenced to SKY BUDS, 20021 TAJAUTA transact business under the the use in this state of a in the facts set forth in the Statement generally expires monies held must be filed AVE , CARSON, CA 90746 Fictitious Business Name statement pursuant to Section at the end of five years from fictitious business name or County of LOS ANGELES with the City of Los Angeles in violation of the rights of 17913 other than a change the date on which it was filed Projects may include Office of the City Clerk, Room names listed above on N/A Registered owner(s): I declare that all information another under Federal, State, in the residence address of in the office of the County demolition of existing buildings 395 City Hall, 200 North NANDI WILLIAMS, 20021 or common law (See Section a registered owner. A new Clerk, except, as provided in this statement is true and TAJAUTA AVE , CARSON, and hardscape, removal and Spring Street, Los Angeles, 14411 et seq., Business and Fictitious Business Name in Subdivision (b) of Section repair of existing barriers, CA 90012 BEFORE Tuesday, correct. (A registrant who CA 90746 declares as true any material Professions Code). Statement must be filed 17920, where it expires building renovations, storm FEBRUARY 5, 2019. RODNEY MORGAN, 3950 Original before the expiration. Effective 40 days after any change matter pursuant to Section WEST 59TH STREET , LOS water mitigation, weather THE AFORESAID MONIES 11/29, 12/6, 12/13, 12/20/18 January 1, 2014, the Fictitious in the facts set forth in the proofing, site utility work and WILL BECOME PROPERTY 17913 of the Business and ANGELES, CA 90056 CNS-3197138# Professions code that the Business Name Statement statement pursuant to Section new construction. The project OF THE CITY OF LOS This business is conducted by LOS ANGELES SENTINEL must be accompanied by the 17913 other than a change registrant knows to be false Co-Partners scopes will require A or B ANGELES ON FEBRUARY Affidavit of Identity form. in the residence address of licensed general contractors. 5, 2019 is guilty of a misdemeanor The registrant(s) started doing FICTITIOUS BUSINESS punishable by a fine not to The filing of this statement a registered owner. A new DATED: NOVEMBER 15, business on 11/2018. NAME STATEMENT does not of itself authorize Fictitious Business Name 2018 exceed one thousand dollars I declare that all information File No. 2018288758 ($1,000)). the use in this state of a Statement must be filed The overall procurement CLAIRE BARTELS, CITY in this statement is true and The following person(s) is Fictitious Business Name before the expiration. Effective TREASURER, OFFICE OF S/ Kathryn Marr, CEO correct. (A registrant who (are) doing business as: process will take place in three Legal Aid Society of Orange in violation of the rights of January 1, 2014, the Fictitious steps: (1) The instant Request FINANCE CITY OF LOS declares as true any material 1. Between You and Me another under Federal, State, Business Name Statement ANGELES County matter pursuant to Section Distributor Co., 2. Bufford for Qualifications step (“RFQ”) This statement was filed or common law (See Section must be accompanied by the (i.e., pre-qualification); then 12/6, 12/13/18 17913 of the Business and and Ricks ATM Networks, 14411 et seq., Business and Affidavit of Identity form. CNS-3195686# with the County Clerk of Los (2) award of a Multiple Award Professions code that the 1217 S. Gramercy Place, Professions Code). The filing of this statement LOS ANGELES SENTINEL Angeles on November 27, registrant knows to be false Los Angeles, CA 90019, Task Order Contract for 2018 Original does not of itself authorize Construction Services; and is guilty of a misdemeanor County of LA 11/22, 11/29, 12/6, 12/13/18 the use in this state of a NOTICE-In accordance with punishable by a fine not to Articles of Incorporation or CNS-3196593# then (3) a project specific Subdivision (a) of Section Fictitious Business Name Task Order Request for Bids exceed one thousand dollars Organization Number: AI LOS ANGELES SENTINEL in violation of the rights of 17920, a Fictitious Name ($1,000)). #ON: 2908351 (TORFB) to the pre-qualified CIVIL Statement generally expires another under Federal, State, firms. S/NANDI WILLIAMS, Registered owner(s): FICTITIOUS BUSINESS or common law (See Section at the end of five years from GENERAL PARTNER Marissa Raider I, Inc., 1217 NAME STATEMENT the date on which it was filed 14411 et seq., Business and This statement was filed S. Gramercy Place, Los File No. 2018269867 Professions Code). in the office of the County with the County Clerk of Angeles, CA 90019; CA The following person(s) is Upon receipt and evaluation ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE Original of the Statements of Clerk, except, as provided Los Angeles County on This business is conducted (are) doing business as: 11/22, 11/29, 12/6, 12/13/18 FOR CHANGE OF NAME in Subdivision (b) of Section Qualifications (“SOQ’s”) Case No. 18GDCP00021 11/16/2018. by: A Corporation JUST SIMPLE MARKETING, CNS-3196562# 17920, where it expires NOTICE-In accordance with The registrant commenced 6070 JAYMILLS AVE , LONG LOS ANGELES SENTINEL submitted in response to Superior Court of California, 40 days after any change this RFQ, the SOQ’s will be County of Los Angeles Subdivision (a) of Section to transact business under BEACH, CA 90805 County of in the facts set forth in the 17920, a Fictitious Name the fictitious business name LOS ANGELES scored and evaluated using Petition of: Vanessa Diane statement pursuant to Section the District’s Uniform System Cohorn for Change of Name Statement generally expires or names listed above on Registered owner(s): FICTITIOUS BUSINESS 17913 other than a change at the end of five years from 11/2018 BRYANT CROOK , 6070 NAME STATEMENT of Rating Applicants, and the TO ALL INTERESTED in the residence address of pre-qualified Applicants will PERSONS: the date on which it was filed I declare that all information JAYMILLS AVE , LONG File No. 2018285359 a registered owner. A new in the office of the County in this statement is true and BEACH, CA 90805 The following person(s) is be identified and awarded a Petitioner Vanessa Diane Fictitious Business Name Multiple Award Task Order Cohorn filed a petition Clerk, except, as provided correct. (A registrant who This business is conducted by (are) doing business as: Statement must be filed in Subdivision (b) of Section declares as true any material an Individual HII Organics, 3669 Contract for Construction with this court for a decree before the expiration. Effective Services. Thereafter, the changing names as follows: 17920, where it expires matter pursuant to Section The registrant(s) started doing Homeway Dr, Los Angeles, January 1, 2014, the Fictitious 40 days after any change 17913 of the Business and business on 10/2018. CA 90008, County of LA District will issue a Request Vanessa Diane Cohorn to Business Name Statement for Task Order Bid(s) to the Vanessa Diana McCulloch in the facts set forth in the Professions code that the I declare that all information Registered owner(s): must be accompanied by the statement pursuant to Section registrant knows to be false in this statement is true and Shaun Alfred Simpson, 3669 Pre-Qualified Contractors. The Court orders that all Affidavit of Identity form. Award of the Task Order persons interested in this 17913 other than a change is guilty of a misdemeanor correct. (A registrant who Homeway Dr, Los Angeles, The filing of this statement in the residence address of punishable by a fine not to declares as true any material CA 90008 will be made to the lowest matter appear before this does not of itself authorize responsive and responsible court at the hearing indicated a registered owner. A new exceed one thousand dollars matter pursuant to Section This business is conducted the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name ($1,000)). 17913 of the Business and by: An Individual bidder. The award of the below to show cause, if any, Fictitious Business Name Multiple Award Task Order why the petition for change of Statement must be filed S/ Elva Ann Bufford, President Professions code that the The registrant commenced in violation of the rights of before the expiration. Effective Marissa Raider I, Inc. registrant knows to be false to transact business under Contract(s) and subsequent name should not be granted. another under Federal, State, Task Order will be made Any person objecting to the January 1, 2014, the Fictitious This statement was filed is guilty of a misdemeanor the fictitious business name or common law (See Section Business Name Statement with the County Clerk of Los punishable by a fine not to or names listed above on pursuant to, without limitation, name changes described 14411 et seq., Business and the authority provided to the above must file a written must be accompanied by the Angeles on November 16, exceed one thousand dollars 11/2018 Professions Code). Affidavit of Identity form. 2018 ($1,000)). I declare that all information District under Public Contract objection that includes the Original Code section 20651, and reasons for the objection at The filing of this statement NOTICE-In accordance with S/BRYANT CROOK, Owner in this statement is true and 12/6, 12/13, 12/20, 12/27/18 does not of itself authorize Subdivision (a) of Section This statement was filed correct. (A registrant who other applicable law(s). least two court days before CNS-3200195# the matter is scheduled to LOS ANGELES SENTINEL the use in this state of a 17920, a Fictitious Name with the County Clerk of declares as true any material be heard and must appear Fictitious Business Name Statement generally expires Los Angeles County on matter pursuant to Section in violation of the rights of at the end of five years from 10/24/2018. 17913 of the Business and If your firm currently has an at the hearing to show cause FICTITIOUS BUSINESS active PQSP MATOC with why the petition should not be NAME STATEMENT another under Federal, State, the date on which it was filed NOTICE-In accordance with Professions code that the or common law (See Section in the office of the County Subdivision (a) of Section registrant knows to be false the District, disregard this granted. If no written objection File No. 2018296894 solicitation and continue is timely filed, the court may The following person(s) is 14411 et seq., Business and Clerk, except, as provided 17920, a Fictitious Name is guilty of a misdemeanor Professions Code). in Subdivision (b) of Section Statement generally expires punishable by a fine not to under your existing Contract. grant the petition without a (are) doing business as: Any application received from hearing. Original Filing 17920, where it expires at the end of five years from exceed one thousand dollars Natural Products 4U, 309 E 11/29, 12/6, 12/13, 12/20/18 a current MATOC holder will Notice of Hearing: Hillcrest Blvd, Inglewood, 40 days after any change the date on which it was filed ($1,000)). CNS-3198216# in the facts set forth in the in the office of the County S/ Shaun Alfred Simpson, be disregarded. Date: January 9, 2019, Time: CA 90301, County of LA LOS ANGELES SENTINEL 8:30 AM, Dept.: D Registered owner(s): statement pursuant to Section Clerk, except, as provided Owner The address of the court is Timothy Gunn, 309 E Hillcrest 17913 other than a change in Subdivision (b) of Section This statement was filed FICTITIOUS BUSINESS in the residence address of 17920, where it expires with the County Clerk of Los SOQ Due Date and Request 600 East Broadway, Glendale, Blvd 531, Inglewood, CA NAME STATEMENT for Qualification Documents, CA 91206 90301 a registered owner. A new 40 days after any change Angeles on November 13, File No. 2018290300 Fictitious Business Name in the facts set forth in the 2018 including instructions to A copy of this Order to Show This business is conducted The following person(s) is Applicants, are available Cause shall be published at by: An Individual Statement must be filed statement pursuant to Section NOTICE-In accordance with (are) doing business as: before the expiration. Effective 17913 other than a change Subdivision (a) of Section to Applicants at the Online least once each week for four The registrant commenced Labelle Developmental Vendor Portal at www. successive weeks prior to to transact business under January 1, 2014, the Fictitious in the residence address of 17920, a Fictitious Name Football League, 7501 Business Name Statement a registered owner. A new Statement generally expires build-laccd.org, click on the date set for hearing on the fictitious business name South Harvard Blvd., Los PlanetBids registration the petition in the following or names listed above on must be accompanied by the Fictitious Business Name at the end of five years from Angeles, CA 90047, County Affidavit of Identity form. Statement must be filed the date on which it was filed hyperlink, and follow newspaper of general 11/2018 of LA registration instructions. circulation, printed in this I declare that all information The filing of this statement before the expiration. Effective in the office of the County Registered owner(s): does not of itself authorize January 1, 2014, the Fictitious Clerk, except, as provided county: LA Sentinel in this statement is true and Anthony Reid, 7501 South Date: October 25, 2018 the use in this state of a Business Name Statement in Subdivision (b) of Section correct. (A registrant who Harvard Blvd., Los Angeles, A non-Mandatory Pre-SOQ Darrell Mavis declares as true any material Fictitious Business Name must be accompanied by the 17920, where it expires CA 90047 in violation of the rights of Affidavit of Identity form. 40 days after any change Conference will be held Judge of the Superior Court matter pursuant to Section This business is conducted 12/6, 12/13, 12/20, 12/27/18 another under Federal, State, The filing of this statement in the facts set forth in the at Build-LACCD Program 17913 of the Business and by: an Individual Management Office, on CNS-3200129# Professions code that the or common law (See Section does not of itself authorize statement pursuant to Section LOS ANGELES SENTINEL The registrant commenced December 12, 2018 @ registrant knows to be false 14411 et seq., Business and the use in this state of a 17913 other than a change to transact business under Professions Code). Fictitious Business Name in the residence address of 10:00 AM at 1055 Corporate is guilty of a misdemeanor the fictitious business name Center Drive, 5th Floor, ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE punishable by a fine not to Original in violation of the rights of a registered owner. A new or names listed above on 11/22, 11/29, 12/6, 12/13/18 Monterey Park, CA 91754. FOR CHANGE OF NAME exceed one thousand dollars another under Federal, State, Fictitious Business Name Case No. 18CMCP00018 11/2018 CNS-3196600# or common law (See Section Statement must be filed Parking is free. Conference ($1,000)). I declare that all information LOS ANGELES SENTINEL room space is limited, Superior Court of California, S/ Timothy Gunn, Owner 14411 et seq., Business and before the expiration. Effective County of Los Angeles in this statement is true and Professions Code). January 1, 2014, the Fictitious applicants are requested This statement was filed correct. (A registrant who FICTITIOUS BUSINESS to send no more than 1 Petition of: Alexiss Destine’ with the County Clerk of Los Original Filing Business Name Statement declares as true any material NAME STATEMENT 11/22, 11/29, 12/6, 12/13/18 representative per firm. Myers for Change of Name Angeles on November 28, must be accompanied by the TO ALL INTERESTED matter pursuant to Section File No. 2018289638 CNS-3196585# Affidavit of Identity form. 2018 17913 of the Business and The following person(s) is LOS ANGELES SENTINEL PERSONS: NOTICE-In accordance with The filing of this statement Petitioner Alexiss Destine’ Professions code that the (are) doing business as: does not of itself authorize Applicants must be Subdivision (a) of Section registrant knows to be false Kuddle Kels, 522 W 127th FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Myers filed a petition with this 17920, a Fictitious Name the use in this state of a registered on the Portal in court for a decree changing is guilty of a misdemeanor Street Apt 210, Los Angeles, NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name order to prequalify. The Statement generally expires punishable by a fine not to CA 90044, County of LA File No. 2018287485 names as follows: at the end of five years from in violation of the rights of Applicant assumes full and Alexiss Destine’ Myers to exceed one thousand dollars Registered owner(s): The following person(s) is another under Federal, State, sole responsibility for timely the date on which it was filed ($1,000)). Kelli Dimitria Lott, 522 W (are) doing business as: Alexiss Destine’ Wallace in the office of the County or common law (See Section receipt of its SOQ and any The Court orders that all S/ Anthony Reid, Owner 127th Street Apt 210, Los DB’s Chairs Tables Jumpers 14411 et seq., Business and other documents required to Clerk, except, as provided This statement was filed Angeles, CA 90044 & Stuff, 4109 Arlington Ave., persons interested in this in Subdivision (b) of Section Professions Code). be submitted with the SOQ, matter appear before this with the County Clerk of Los This business is conducted #2, Los Angeles CA 90008, Original by the District. The District 17920, where it expires Angeles on November 19, by: An Individual County of LA 11/22, 11/29, 12/6, 12/13/18 court at the hearing indicated 40 days after any change will have no responsibility below to show cause, if any, 2018 The registrant commenced to Registered owner(s): CNS-3196558# for SOQ’s not submitted in a in the facts set forth in the NOTICE-In accordance with transact business under the Jiles Jay Barrs, 4109 Arlington LOS ANGELES SENTINEL why the petition for change of statement pursuant to Section timely manner, no matter the name should not be granted. Subdivision (a) of Section fictitious business name or Ave., #2, Los Angeles CA reason. 17913 other than a change 17920, a Fictitious Name names listed above on N/A 90008 Any person objecting to the in the residence address of name changes described Statement generally expires I declare that all information This business is conducted FICTITIOUS BUSINESS a registered owner. A new at the end of five years from in this statement is true and by: an Individual NAME STATEMENT above must file a written Fictitious Business Name Questions shall be directed to objection that includes the the date on which it was filed correct. (A registrant who The registrant commenced to File No. 2018280403 the Online Vendor Portal. All Statement must be filed in the office of the County declares as true any material transact business under the The following person(s) is reasons for the objection at before the expiration. Effective questions shall be directed to least two court days before Clerk, except, as provided matter pursuant to Section fictitious business name or (are) doing business as: the Online Vendor Portal. January 1, 2014, the Fictitious in Subdivision (b) of Section 17913 of the Business and names listed above on N/A JP Merlos Plumbing & the matter is scheduled to Business Name Statement 12/6/18 be heard and must appear 17920, where it expires Professions code that the I declare that all information Rooter, 907 E. Adams Blvd, CNS-3199693# must be accompanied by the 40 days after any change registrant knows to be false in this statement is true and Los Angeles CA 90011, LOS ANGELES SENTINEL at the hearing to show cause Affidavit of Identity form. why the petition should not be in the facts set forth in the is guilty of a misdemeanor correct. (A registrant who County of LA The filing of this statement statement pursuant to Section punishable by a fine not to declares as true any material Registered owner(s): Bidding Opportunity with granted. If no written objection does not of itself authorize is timely filed, the court may 17913 other than a change exceed one thousand dollars matter pursuant to Section Juan Pastor Merlos, 907 E. LACCD the use in this state of a in the residence address of ($1,000)). 17913 of the Business and Adams Blvd, Los Angeles CA For future bidding grant the petition without a Fictitious Business Name hearing. a registered owner. A new S/ Kelli Dimitria Lott, Owner Professions code that the 90011 opportunities please visit in violation of the rights of Fictitious Business Name This statement was filed registrant knows to be false This business is conducted the Online Vendor Portal Notice of Hearing: another under Federal, State, Date: 1-15-19, Time: 8:30 AM, Statement must be filed with the County Clerk of Los is guilty of a misdemeanor by: an Individual which can be accessed by or common law (See Section before the expiration. Effective Angeles on November 16, punishable by a fine not to The registrant commenced visiting the website www. Dept.: A 14411 et seq., Business and The address of the court is January 1, 2014, the Fictitious 2018 exceed one thousand dollars to transact business under build-laccd.org under Professions Code). Business Name Statement NOTICE-In accordance with ($1,000)). the fictitious business name “Contractors and Bidders” 200 West Compton Blvd., Original Compton CA 90220 must be accompanied by the Subdivision (a) of Section S/ Jiles Jay Barrs, Owner or names listed above on then clicking the PlanetBids 12/6, 12/13, 12/20, 12/27/18 Affidavit of Identity form. 17920, a Fictitious Name This statement was filed 11/2018 link. A copy of this Order to Show CNS-3200063# Cause shall be published at LOS ANGELES SENTINEL The filing of this statement Statement generally expires with the County Clerk of Los I declare that all information NOTICE IS HEREBY least once each week for four does not of itself authorize at the end of five years from Angeles on November 14 in this statement is true and GIVEN that the Los Angeles successive weeks prior to FICTITIOUS BUSINESS the use in this state of a the date on which it was filed 2018 correct. (A registrant who Community College District the date set for hearing on NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name in the office of the County NOTICE-In accordance with declares as true any material (“District”) invites Design Build the petition in the following File No. 2018296767 in violation of the rights of Clerk, except, as provided Subdivision (a) of Section matter pursuant to Section Entities to submit Statements newspaper of general The following person(s) is another under Federal, State, in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name 17913 of the Business and of Qualification (SOQ) for the circulation, printed in this (are) doing business as: or common law (See Section 17920, where it expires Statement generally expires Professions code that the following procurement: county: LA Sentinel Kimports, 1311 W Florence 14411 et seq., Business and 40 days after any change at the end of five years from registrant knows to be false Request for Qualifications Date: 11-5-18 Ave., Los Angeles, CA Professions Code). in the facts set forth in the the date on which it was filed is guilty of a misdemeanor (RFQ) from Design Build Maurice A. Leiter Original statement pursuant to Section in the office of the County punishable by a fine not to Entities for Los Angeles 90044, County of LA 11/29, 12/6, 12/13, 12/20/18 Judge of the Superior Court Registered owner(s): 17913 other than a change Clerk, except, as provided exceed one thousand dollars Mission College, Student CNS-3197937# in the residence address of in Subdivision (b) of Section ($1,000)). Services Center / Admin 12/6, 12/13, 12/20, 12/27/18 Kyle Irwin Small, 3781 LOS ANGELES SENTINEL CNS-3200119# Welland Ave., Los Angeles, a registered owner. A new 17920, where it expires S/ Juan Pastor Merlos, Owner Building (Phase 2), Design- LOS ANGELES SENTINEL CA 90018 Fictitious Business Name 40 days after any change This statement was filed Build Services. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Statement must be filed in the facts set forth in the with the County Clerk of Los Design and Construction of a This business is conducted NAME STATEMENT NOTICE OF PUBLICATION by: an Individual before the expiration. Effective statement pursuant to Section Angeles on November 6, new Student Services Center Civil Action Case No. 8629 File No. 2018290416 January 1, 2014, the Fictitious 17913 other than a change 2018 / Admin Building (Phase 2) The registrant commenced The following person(s) is STATE OF WYOMING to transact business under Business Name Statement in the residence address of NOTICE-In accordance with (“SSAB”) as defined by the COUNTY OF SUBLETTER (are) doing business as: must be accompanied by the a registered owner. A new Subdivision (a) of Section Programming and Project the fictitious business name 1. Eustress Credit SS or names listed above on Affidavit of Identity form. Fictitious Business Name 17920, a Fictitious Name Criteria Documents, inclusive IN THE DISTRICT COURT Consultants, 2. Eustress The filing of this statement Statement must be filed Statement generally expires of the District Standards and 11/2018 Business Consultants, 222 9th JUDICIAL DISTRICT I declare that all information does not of itself authorize before the expiration. Effective at the end of five years from Guidelines. The SSAB will be a Plaintiff/Petitioner: Elizabeth W. 6th St., Suite 400, San the use in this state of a January 1, 2014, the Fictitious the date on which it was filed 3-story building consolidating in this statement is true and Pedro, CA 90731, County of Jane Morris correct. (A registrant who Fictitious Business Name Business Name Statement in the office of the County various departments into a vs. LA in violation of the rights of must be accompanied by the Clerk, except, as provided single destination. Building declares as true any material Registered owner(s): Defendant/Respondent: Jake matter pursuant to Section another under Federal, State, Affidavit of Identity form. in Subdivision (b) of Section area limits are approximately Malcolm Sansing Siseliane Talaheu Marshall, or common law (See Section The filing of this statement 17920, where it expires 190 feet x 145 feet within 17913 of the Business and 300 W Ocean Blvd., Apt 6411, NOTICE TO Jake Malcolm Professions code that the 14411 et seq., Business and does not of itself authorize 40 days after any change the site and is estimated to Sansing, DEFENDANT/ Long Beach, CA 90802 Professions Code). the use in this state of a in the facts set forth in the be approximately 53,000 registrant knows to be false Nicholas Wright, 300 W RESPODENT DEFENDANT/ is guilty of a misdemeanor Original Fictitious Business Name statement pursuant to Section total gross square feet, and RESPONDENT’S CURRENT Ocean Blvd., Apt 6411, Long 11/22, 11/29, 12/6, 12/13/18 in violation of the rights of 17913 other than a change shall not exceed 58,000 punishable by a fine not to Beach, CA 90802 CNS-3196595# ADDRESS UNKNOWN exceed one thousand dollars another under Federal, State, in the residence address of total gross square feet. All You are notified that a This business is conducted LOS ANGELES SENTINEL or common law (See Section a registered owner. A new site work and site utilities ($1,000)). by: a General Partnership Complaint for Divorce; has S/ Kyle Irwin Small, Owner 14411 et seq., Business and Fictitious Business Name required to integrate the new been filed in the Wyoming The registrant commenced to FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Professions Code). Statement must be filed SSAB into the campus are This statement was filed transact business under the NAME STATEMENT District Court for the 9th with the County Clerk of Los Original before the expiration. Effective also included as defined by Judicial District, whose fictitious business name or File No. 2018287818 11/22, 11/29, 12/6, 12/13/18 January 1, 2014, the Fictitious the Programming and Project Angeles on November 28, names listed above on n/a The following person(s) is CNS-3196567# address is 40 N. Fremont, 2018 Business Name Statement Criteria documents. Pinedale, WY 82941 seeking I declare that all information (are) doing business as: LOS ANGELES SENTINEL must be accompanied by the How the Procurement NOTICE-In accordance with in this statement is true and JMAC Tribe, 1422 E. 41st dissolution of your marriage to Subdivision (a) of Section Affidavit of Identity form. Process for this Project will Elizabeth Jane Morris, Decree correct. (A registrant who Street, Los Angeles, CA The filing of this statement take place: 17920, a Fictitious Name declares as true any material 90011, County of LA FICTITIOUS BUSINESS of Divorce; Statement generally expires does not of itself authorize This procurement process Unless you file an Answer matter pursuant to Section Registered owner(s): NAME STATEMENT the use in this state of a will take place in two steps: at the end of five years from 17913 of the Business and Andre Purry, 1440 E. 41st File No. 2018286011 Decree of Divorce the date on which it was filed Fictitious Business Name Step 1 is the Request for DATED this 31 day of October, Professions code that the Street, Los Angeles, CA The following person(s) is in violation of the rights of Qualifications process in the office of the County registrant knows to be false 90011 (are) doing business as: 2018. Clerk, except, as provided another under Federal, State, (“RFQ”); to be followed by BY CLERK OF COURT is guilty of a misdemeanor This business is conducted Gaston Equities, 4217 or common law (See Section Step 2, a Request for Proposal in Subdivision (b) of Section punishable by a fine not to by: An Individual McClung Drive, Los S/ Janet K. Montgomery 17920, where it expires 14411 et seq., Business and process to pre-qualified firms Clerk of District Court / exceed one thousand dollars The registrant commenced Angeles CA 90008, County Professions Code). (“RFP”). Upon receipt and 40 days after any change ($1,000)). to transact business under of Los Angeles Deputy in the facts set forth in the Original evaluation of the Statements S/ Siseliane Talaheu Marshall, the fictitious business name Registered owner(s): 11/15, 11/22, 11/29, 12/6/18 of Qualifications (“SOQ’s”) statement pursuant to Section Owner or names listed above on Anthony Deon Gaston, 4217 CNS-3192725# 17913 other than a change submitted in response to 11/15, 11/22, 11/29, 12/6/18 This statement was filed 10/2018 McClung Drive, Los Angeles LOS ANGELES SENTINEL the RFQ, the SOQ’s will CNS-3193552# in the residence address of with the County Clerk of Los I declare that all information CA 90008; CA a registered owner. A new be scored, evaluated and LOS ANGELES SENTINEL Angeles on November 19, in this statement is true and This business is conducted ranked with the District Fictitious Business Name 2018 correct. 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progressive agenda. I look be done next Congress to we need to spend more at- forward to hearing more ensure equality and justice tention assisting Africans, about that agenda when for African Americans and build their capacity. This Rep. Bass delivers the -keyother marginalized com- is something President note speech at this year’smunities, and I am - confiObama was doing with ini- Empowerment Congress, dent Congresswoman Bass tiatives like ‘Feed the Fu- to be held January 19th at will continue to provide ture’ and ‘Power Africa.’ Charles Drew University strong leadership in this He was trying to address of Medicine and Science,” regard.” some of the capacities in he said. Bass and the newly Africa.” Senator Holly Mitchell elected members of the Bass further explains who has worked with Bass CBC executive commit- her plans for aiding Africa in the past described how tee will take office onby zeroingthe in on infrastruc- Bass’ leadership will influ- first day of the 116th- Conture. ence the CBC. gress. In the meantime, the “So, looking at ways “Someone with her ex- LA Sentinel spoke with that we can do partner- perience in terms of man- Congresswoman Bass to ships with U.S. businesses aging budgets the size of discuss her vision for theand African businesses for California and managing CBC as well as the things roads, bridges, ports and budget crises the size of she hopes to tackle in this airports,” she said. California and to have beenposition. One of Bass’ other pas- COURTESY PHOTO a leader of one of the most “Well one of the main sions apart from her advo- Congresswoman Karen Bass speaks at LostBoys and Girls Advocacy Day. powerful state legislatures things that I hope to ac- cacy in Africa is her com- in the country…all of that complish in the two years mitment to the Black Press. By Brandon I. Brooks chair” of the CBC. in a Twitter post: “Con- experience with her na- that I’ll be able to serve in During the interview, Bass Managing Editor “From fighting for gratulations @RepKaren- tional contacts that she will this capacity is to really el- announced that she will be criminal justice reform and Bass on being elected chair bring to her role as chair evate the accomplishments convening with the Na- In 2008, Congresswom- child welfare to affordable of the @OfficialCBC! It’s will be hugely beneficial of individual members of tional Black Publishers an Karen Bass made histo- health care and a stronger been an honor to have you to the caucus as a whole. I the Congressional Black Association (NNPA) to ry after being elected as the economy for all, Karen has as a friend, colleague and am excited for her and I am Caucus,” said Bass. discuss the ways in which first ever African American devoted her life to serving representative. The Con- excited for the future of the “We have a President the federal government can woman to become Speaker California families and Af- gressional Black Caucus is caucus,” she said. who is openly hostile and do business with the Black of any state legislature. rican American communi- in good hands.” Bass, who is the eighth hateful when it comes to Press. Since then, Bass has con- ties across the country,” he Pastor J. Edgar Boyd woman to hold this posi- African Americans and “It’s inexcusable that tinued to represent the said. who is the senior minister tion, will replace outgoing immigrants and people of we spend millions and 37th congressional district Congressman Emanuel at First AME Church of chair Cedric Richmond. color in general. What he millions of dollars in ad- of California by being an Cleaver, II referred to Con- Los Angeles calls Bass “a Other members of Con- has done behind the scenes vertising everywhere, but active voice for criminal gresswoman Bass a “trail- true champion.” gress who were also elected in attempting to dismantle virtually zero in the Black justice reform, fighting for blazer.” “Karen Bass has be- include: Congresswoman 60 to 70 years of gains that community with Black America’s foster care sys- “I am delighted that come a true champion for Joyce Beatty (D-OH-03), we have made in the Civil Press. That should change, tem, and strengthening the Congresswoman Karen causes which impact the first vice chair; Congress- Rights Movement through I hope I can make a dent in United States ties with Af- Bass has been elected to lives of people living with- woman Brenda Lawrence various levels of activism that,” she said. rica. Now Bass will have lead the Congressional in her district, across Cali- (D-MI-14), second vice through legislative accom- Executive publisher of the opportunity to continue Black Caucus for the 116th fornia and even beyond the chair; Congressman Hank plishments. He is quietly the Los Angeles Sentinel making change in her new Congress. Rep. Bass has borders of the US. True Johnson (D-GA-04), sec- dismantling a lot of those and the L.A. Watts Times, role as the chair of the been a trailblazer and a courage is seen in her fightretary; Congressman A. accomplishments and I said Danny J. Bakewell Congressional Black Cau- true advocate for issues to ensure the rights and Donald McEachin (D-VA- want to see that stopped.” Sr., recognizes Bass’ quali- cus (CBC). concerning people of col- opportunities of children, 04), Whip; and Congress- Bass goes on to say the fications and appreciates Bass’ colleagues from or. I am certain that her working parents, seniors, man-elect Steven Horsford Trump administration is her steeping in and up to the DNC, CBC as well as leadership will continue to veterans, and the LGBT (D-NV-04), Parliamentar- the most corrupt adminis- fight for the Black Press. local and religious leaders move the CBC ahead and community; while yet pro- ian. tration she has ever seen in “Bass’ ascension to the extended their warmest I look forward to working moting measures to ensure “From her days in the her life and that the CBC chairmanship of the Black congratulations on her lat- with her,” he said. civil justice, human safety, California General As- will be at the “forefront of Caucus is a great moment est feat. Councilman Marqueece and civility at our borders. sembly where she became that fight” holding them for Black America and “[I am] truly excited to Harris-Dawson told the LA Her leadership at the helm the first African American accountable for their ac- particularly for the Black see the energy and deter- Sentinel: of the CBC will provide woman in U.S. history tions. Press,” said Bakewell. mination Karen Bass will “We are proud to share dividends well into the fu- to lead a state legislative Aside from new role in “She is poised, profession- bring to her role as chair our leader, Karen Bass, ture,” he said. body, to her work in Con- the CBC, Bass will also be al, and will not be denied of the Congressional Black with the rest of the country. Supervisor Mark Rid- gress to address both do- the chair of the subcom- when she is in pursuit of Caucus,” said minority I am eager to see the larg- ley-Thomas mentioned mestic and international mittee on Africa. things that are important leader of the United States est Congressional Black that he can think of no one issues affecting people of “What I really want to for Black America. House of Representatives, Caucus make great strides better than Karen Bass to African descent, Congress- do there is begin to change ” Nancy Pelosi. under her leadership.” lead the CBC. woman Bass has demon- the way the United States Kimberlee Buck con- DNC chair Tom Perez LA City Council Presi- “With 55 members, strated tried and true lead- does foreign aid,” she said. tributed to this article. says he “couldn’t be happi- dent Herb Wesson, who is the Caucus is larger than ership,” said Richmond in “Too many times we er to call Congresswoman also a longtime friend it has ever been, and well-a statement. give foreign aid to our own Karen Bass the next of Bass, congratulated her positioned to advance a “There’s much work to consulting firms. I think IN MEMORIAM: Black Business Advocate Aubry L. Stone Remembered By Genoa Barrow porter of all things Black,” vocate of the Year award, preneurial growth and de- “Under Aubry’s leader- ored him in June. Sacramento Observer shared former California through which individuals velopment.” ship the CBCC has become Longtime friend and Assemblymember Cheryl “Aubry, like Par- not only a pillar of the com- colleague James Shelby, He fought tirelessly to Brown. “He was our cham- ren James Mitchell, munity, but an invaluable the former President and secure economic opportu- pion.” Reginald Lewis, Ron resource for so many. Au - CEO of the Greater Sacra- nities for African Ameri- Stone and five oth- Brown and so many bry will be greatly missed mento Urban League was cans throughout the state ers created the Califor- others, will always and we hope his family can reflective upon Stone’s and beyond and now, after nia Black Chamber of be remembered but find some comfort in the passing. a long battle with cancer, Commerce in 1995 with their impact will be legacy he has left us all,” “The African Ameri- he’s at rest. the mission of providing felt long after they’re said Elk Grove Assembly- can community has lost a Aubry Stone, founder programs and services to forgotten,” Busby member Jim Cooper. legend with the passing of and CEO of the California strengthen Black owner- added. Stone championed is- Aubry Stone,” he told The Black Chamber of Com- ship and business oppor- Stone served sues on ranging from redlin- OBSERVER. merce died Nov. 28. Hetunities throughout the the California Re- ing practices to African “He was an energized was 74 years old. state. The California Black gional Community American procurement leader dedicated to advo- Stone, affectionately Chamber of Commerce Utilities Diversity of contracts and recently cating fo African American referred to by many as Foundation also operates Council, the Citibank spoke out about the inequi- businesses in California “Stoney,” was a formi- radio station KDEE 97.5 Regional Community ties of legalized marijuana and across the nation. He dable champion for Black FM. Board, the Califor- as it relates to African will surely be missed.” entrepreneurs and was He was also the founder Aubry Stone, founder/CEO of nia Small Business Americans and African He is survived by his considered to be a giant in and president of A. Stone the California Black Chamber of Advisory Board, theAmerican business own- four children, seven grand- the small business commu- & Associates, a corporate Commerce CalTrans Small Busi- ers. children, and six great- nity. While he was a native diversity-training firm de- ness Board, and the “In America, econom- grandchildren. of Brooklyn, New York, signed to improve com- such as Congresswoman Greenlining Coalition. He ics are critical. It is incum- Services his name was synonymous munications for increased Maxine Waters, Senator served on the Boards ofbent upon us to connect Calvary Christian with California and was a productivity and break Corey Booker, Governor the NAACP, the Sacra- small business develop- Center Sacramento familiar face — and voice down stereotypes. John Kasich, Congressman mento Black Chamber of ment to the larger cause of 2667 Del Paso Blvd — at the State Capitol. He also took on national G. K. Butterfield, received Commerce, the Mayor’s improving the economic Sacramento, CA 95815 “He was a pioneer and leadership roles, at a time this recognition. Economic Development outlook of Black commu- Funeral Arrangements fierce advocate for -minor serving on the Pfizer - Na “Aubry was like a sec- Council, the District At- nities,” Stone told The Sac- Entrusted ity business enterprise and tional Minority Business ond father to me during torney’s Community Rela- ramento OBSERVER in Ramsey Wallace Fu- for the Black community. Board and as Chairman of my adult life,” said USBC tions Board, and the State 2003, when he was named neral Home & Chapel He championed equal op- the U.S. Black Chambers, President/CEO Ron Busby. Fair Minority Council. one of the city’s most influ- 1831 Howe Avenue portunities in the private Inc. He recently travelled “He was full of sound and Upon his passing, many ential African Americans. Sacramento, CA 95825 and public sectors, and al- to Africa to explore and experienced advice. He are reflecting on the legacy Throughout the years, (916) 891-0500 ways talked about the need promote business oppor- was worldly in his travel, Stone leaves behind. Stone stacked up countess December 8, 2018 for better access to capi- tunities for Black business spiritual in his beliefs, “He will be remem- accolades and awards, in- (Saturday) tal,” shared Los Angeles owners. which gave him a - calmbered as an outstanding cluding being recognized Viewing 9:00 a.m. - City Councilmember and Stone was also a found- ing perspective on life.force for economic and by several California gov- 11:00 a.m. former Assemblymember ing member of the U.S. He was a visionary mansocial justice,” shared ernors, the California Leg- Funeral 11:00 a.m. - Curren Price. Black Chambers, Inc. In with a commitment to the California Hawaii State islature and most recently, 1:00 p.m. “Aubry Stone was a his honor, the USBC cre- improvement of the Black NAACP President Alicethe California Legislative Memorial Services 2:00 fierce unapologetic sup- ated the Aubry Stone Ad- community through entre- Huffman. Black Caucus, who hon- - 4:00 p.m.

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selecting three pre-qualified Design Build Entity (“DBE”) Management Office, 1055 and sole responsibility for reason. the website www.build-laccd. Floor Board Room, 1055 Applicant firms, designated will be identified for award of Corporate Center Drive, timely receipt of its SOQ and RFQ Documents, including org under “Contractors and Corporate Center Drive, as “Finalists”, to receive the a Design Build Contract using 5th Floor; Monterey Park, any other documents required instructions to Applicants, will Bidders” then clicking the Monterey Park, CA 91754. RFP. The Finalists’ proposals a “Best Value” (qualitative) California 91574 no later to be submitted with the SOQ, be available to Applicants on PlanetBids link. All questions shall be directed (including cost component) method of selection. than: by the District. The District and after November 28, 2018, Non-Mandatory Pre SOQ to the Online Vendor Portal. submitted in response to All Statement of Qualifications January 9, 2019 before will have no responsibility at the Online Vendor Portal. Meeting will be held on 12/6, 12/13/18 the RFP will then be scored, (SOQ) must be received 10:00 AM Local Time. for SOQ’s not submitted in a The Online Vendor Portal December 12, 2018 at 10:00 CNS-3199048# evaluated, and a successful at the Jacobs – Program The Applicant assumes full timely manner, no matter the can be accessed by visiting AM at Build LACCD – 5th LOS ANGELES SENTINEL THURSDAY, DECEMBER 6, 2018 LOS ANGELES SENTINEL B-1 An Invitation From Inglewood City Clerk Horton SENTINEL NEWS SERVICE kept this tradition alive by RO) is now responsible for LA County Registrar seniors, students, the dis- maintaining polling places counting. The city clerks, Recorders Office (CRRO) abled and others with spe- The Los Angeles Coun- in neighborhoods through- as local election officers, scheduled for December cial needs. This will ty Registrar Recorder is out the city and intends to will continue to work with 11, 2018 from 6 p.m. to 8 include a mobile or popup proposing to replace polling keep it that way – as she the LACRRO to monitor p.m., at the Inglewood City sites at Inglewood City places with “Vote Centers,” helps to implement SB 415. the process, which Horton Hall, One W. Manchester Hall. Noteworthy, city which are basically larger Under SB 415, the local city has done for the past 16 Blvd Inglewood, in Com- clerks will continue to be consolidated polling places. elections are now consoli- years. munity Room A. responsible for ALL of the Historically, they were dated with the county. You may have heard the “As your chief election major election related vot- called polling places Although this is causing saying, “The more things officer I will continue to be ing duties, which are the because they were located some confusion, the date of change, the more they responsible for monitoring bulk of the complexities of in the homes and garages of the election has changed, remain the same.” To the vote counting process the election process. neighbors. Today, millions but most things remain the assure that your experience to make sure everyone who “Don’t be misled, other of people enjoy waking up same. of going to the polls is wants to vote can and that than consolidating local Yvonne Horton on Election Day and going Instead of the city hiring improved, the Inglewood their vote is counted,” Hor- elections with the county, to their neighborhood polls consultants like Martin and City Clerk is inviting you ton said. “We will also inquires.” your city clerk will be there to cast their vote. Chapman Co. to count votes to voice your opinion on have city staff working The city clerk is addi- for you,” said Horton. In the City of Ingle- on Election Day, the Los the details of setting up Election Day to assure tionally requesting that the “Voting is a privilege that wood, Yvonne Horton, the Angeles County Registrar these new “Vote Centers” access to the “Vote Center” polling locations placed in should not be restricted in Inglewood City Clerk, has Recorder’s Office (LACR- at a meeting hosted by the and respond to voter Inglewood accommodate any way.” LAUSD Partners with Community Organizations to Significantly Improve Outcomes for Students of Color SENTINEL NEWS SERVICE the LASPD were elemen- “Los Angeles Unified and elementary schools dents,” Kelly Lytle Hernan- police and community rela- tary and middle school- remains committed to while simultaneously bol- dez, UCLA professor of tionships,” said, George Superintendent Austin aged children.” Concerned advancing progressive stering the availability of history and African Ameri- Weaver, Special Programs Beutner convened a meet- with these findings, Super- school policing and disci- alternative community- can studies director Ralph Administrator, Brother- ing with community leaders intendent Beutner invited pline reform,” Superintend- based resources. I think that J. Bunche Center for hood Crusade. “All parties from the Brotherhood Cru- attendees to have an open ent Beutner said. “There is is the right kind of leader- African American Studies involved in this process sade, Social Justice Learn- and transparent conversa- progress to be made to ship, and I look forward to at UCLA Project Director, share a genuine and ing Institute, Suits in Soli- tion about the data included ensure every student is supporting the ongoing Million Dollar Hoods authentic desire to maxi- darity, academics from the in the report and LASPD’s learning in a welcoming, process” Isaac Bryan, pub- “I thought the meeting mize the opportunity for UCLA Bunche Center, and processes of interacting safe and positive school lic policy advisor, Ralph J. with Superintendent Beut- students to succeed in leadership from the Los with youth. environment.” Bunche Center for African ner was honest, con- school and in life. This Angeles Unified School Recognizing their shar- In 2013, Los Angeles American Studies at UCLA tentious at times but very desire is accompanied by District to discuss school ed vision to decrease youth Unified passed the School & public policy director, productive and clearly a mutually agreeable efforts policing and school disci- contact with school police, Climate Bill of Rights, Million Dollar Hoods step in the right direction. to eliminate punitive disci- pline in Los Angeles Uni- the group agreed to collab- which aims to improve “The UCLA Bunche If we can work together pline and increase re- fied. orate on tangible steps to school culture and decrease Center is committed to toward a goal of zero toler- sourced youth develop- The meeting was called make this vision a reality. punitive discipline ap- being an independent aca- ance policy of arresting ele- ment support for minor in response to a recent Specifically, the working proaches that infringe on demic partner in this effort mentary and middle school offenses committed by ele- report published by Million group will work to identify instructional time. to improve outcomes for students, we will achieve mentary and middle school Dollar Hoods, a project of policy recommendations “The meeting was students. By delivering the something meaningful for students.” UCLA’s Bunche Center for aimed at eliminating cita- incredibly productive. It eye-opening power of students of color,” said The Superintendent’s African American Studies. tions and arrests of Black was very clear that every- research, and working col- Kerman Maddox, Suits in working group will help The report, “Policing Our and Latino students in body at the table believed lectively with the broader Solidarity co-chair. community leaders and Students,” analyzed data on middle and elementary that improving outcomes community, we hope to “We look forward to LASPD to work together Los Angeles School Police school, for minor offenses. for students is a primary advance this initiative to working with Superintend- on school police reform Department (LASPD) In addition, the group will goal. The Superintendent is end racial disparities at all ent Beutner to significant- and ensure that all Los arrests, citations, and diver- work to identify strategies committed to forming a points of contact between ly change discipline out- Angeles Unified students sions between 2014 and to increase restorative working group tasked with youth and school police comes for students of color have a welcoming and safe 2017. It concluded that “1 practices and prevention outlining a strategy to end and to adopt new alterna- while simultaneously dra- environment to learn and in 4 youth arrests made by services. arrests on middle schools tives to arresting young stu- matically improving school achieve academic success. New App Will Allow L.A. First Responders to ‘Get Help’ for Homeless CITY NEWS SERVICE helping people in their top issues here in the city of step and a great first step in everyday lives like buy Los Angeles. It is clearly the that direction.” The city of Los Angeles shoes or order a pizza. greatest crisis of our time.” The app will be available is launching an online app to “We don’t have an app He added, “Technology during the pilot phase to help police officers, fire- here in Los Angeles to actu- has changed almost every- some police officers, fire- fighters and some homeless ally help people. It’s never thing that we do in our day- fighters and workers with outreach workers get user- existed, in real time, geo- to-day lives. From the the Los Angeles Homeless friendly access to medical, coded, with all the resources moment we get into our car, Services Authority, although mental health, recovery or at your fingertips,” Englan- we have technology to help it will only be about 100 shelter services for homeless der said. tell us how to get where people in total. people, it was announced. The app was developed COURTESY PHOTO we’re going. And then when LAPD Chief Michel Councilmembers Mitch Englander and Marqueece Harris- The six-month pilot pro- through a partnership with we get where we’re going, Moore said technology has Dawson announce the Get Help App to allow first respon- gram for the Get Help LA the company Get Help, ders and community members to connect homeless indi- we have technology that tells “enabled the private sector to app will start in January, which has created an online viduals to services on their phones. us where to find a parking step up and solve problems with the goal of eventually tool to help people find space. And homelessness — that is readily done in the making it available to the addiction services. This is workers locate available beds, can offer help.” this most basic, what I call commercial space, but not so general public. the company’s first partner- addiction centers with space, Councilman Marqueece civilization level problem — much in the public safety Councilman Mitchell ship with a city. or other services through a Harris-Dawson, who chairs (yet) we haven’t harnessed space and the public service Englander, who led a news The LA version of the few easy steps, Englander the Homelessness and technology as well as we space. That’s innovation. conference at City Hall to app, which was developed at said, including “what’s open, Poverty Committee, de- should to help us solve that That’s reinventing and recre- announce the app, noted the a cost of $20,000, will help what’s near you, what’s live, scribed homelessness as “the problem. And we think that ating the right narrative myriad ways online tools are first responders and service what’s around and how you one, two, three, four, five, six the Get Help App is a good going forward.” Kinecta Celebrates 45 Years of Holiday Giving 45th Annual Holiday Food Drive distributes grocery store certificates & items to 1,000 deserving families SENTINEL NEWS SERVICE to partner with more than 40 sentative Maxine Waters (D- El Centro Del Pueblo, King nonprofit organizations and CA). Drew Magnet Medical High One thousand local fam- churches to provide tempo- “We are honored to School, My Sister My ilies identified as needing rary relief to families in need carry on the tradition of pro- Friend BCS, Parents of assistance by community- during the holiday season. viding holiday food and gift Watts, Richstone Family based organizations received In the months leading up to cards to local families in Center, Salvation Army of a $75 gift certificate to the distribution day, Kinecta need,” said Kinecta Chief Compton, South Bay Fami- Ralphs/Food4Less and a also received donations for Operating Officer Donna ly Health Care Clinic, bag of traditional Thanks- the food from Kinecta’s McNeely. “Each year, our Thomas House Family Shel- branches and from the cred- employees and community ter, Training and Research giving food items, courtesy SEAN HILLER of Kinecta Federal Credit it union’s generous vendors partners work together to Foundation, Veterans of For- Union’s (Kinecta) 45th and partners. give back to communities Kinecta, followed by a vocal participants enjoyed free ice eign Wars Post 10218, Annual Holiday Food Drive On hand at the event to where Kinecta’s members, performance by Beyond the cream from the Kinecta Ice Watts/Willowbrook Boys & held at Jesse Owens Park recognize the collaborative customers, and employees Lights Choir from King Cream Truck. Girls Club, and Watts/Cen- Gymnasium in Los Angeles effort between Kinecta and live, work, and worship. It’s Drew Medical Magnet High Among the community tury Latino Organization. on Sunday, November 18. community partners were a tremendous and worth- School. Families then pre- organizations participating “We have much to be Now in its 45th year, the nationally recognized Watts while effort.” sented their vouchers to their in this year’s Annual Holi- grateful for,” said McNeely. Food Drive is an opportuni- community activist, “Sweet” The event began with a respective nonprofits, and, day Food Drive were: Cen- “Kinecta wishes everyone a ty for employees of Kinecta Alice Harris and U.S. Repre- brief presentation from after a seamless distribution, tro de Niños, Drew League, Happy Thanksgiving!” B-2 www.lasentinel.net THURSDAY, DECEMBER 6, 2018 Student Athlete of the Week: Mickayla Sherman BY AMANDA SCURLOCK 3-1 victory. Later in the sea- “Putting all of my effort from UC Riverside. She Sports Writer son, she scored at least 10- into on the court and off the saw Cal State L.A.’s semes- points for six consecutive court has just helped me.” ter system as a benefit. The Cal State Los games. An academic highlight “Since it’s a little slow- Angeles women’s volley- The contributions Sher- for Sherman was taking a er pace, I can actually learn ball team had a contending man gave the Golden Pan-African studies class and not just memorize,” season with a 22-6 overall Eagles would raise them to that focused on Black mas- Sherman said. “I feel like I record and a trip to the be as high as ninth in the culinity. She found the class am succeeding very well.” NCAA tournament. Among national American Volley- to be relatable and noted Sherman is a political their many factors of suc- ball Coaches Association how the lessons she learned science major with a focus cess is junior outside hitter (AVCA) poll. By the end of could be used beyond her on public administration to Mickayla Sherman. the season, the Golden college years. ultimately go to law school Sherman was named the Eagles would land at 22nd. “In our society, we are and become a public defen- California Collegiate Ath- Cal State L.A. is also taught that Black people dant. letic Association (CCAA) ranked third in the West don’t typically exist until “I can get one of the Newcomer of the Year and regional division, out-per- colonization,” Sherman best grades with political COURTESY OF CAL STATE L.A. ATHLETICS was named on the All- forming Cal Poly Pomona Junior outside hitter Mickayla Sherman earned the CCAA said. “[The professor] was science and actually CCAA Second Team. and Azusa Pacific. Newcomer of the Year Award. talking about the whole remember stuff about that In her Cal State L.A. Sherman enjoys the resume that Black people instead of a whole memo- debut, she scored 10 points, chemistry and talent the ice team is [doing] really the players’ obligations to would have done so many rization thing,” she said. “I then made 12 digs in her Golden Eagles possess. well, so that sets me and their classes, according to things but because of the would want to do some- second game. By Septem- “I feel like my role is everyone else in the front Sherman. society that we live in, it’s thing for my community to ber 1, Sherman made a sea- just bringing energy, row up to hit well.” “Our coach really lets very looked over.” be the best that I can for son-high of 25.5 points and whether if we’re losing or Through their success, us go to office hours say if This was Sherman’s them when other people 22 kills against the Alaska winning,” Sherman said. the volleyball coaching we need to miss some prac- first season as a Golden may just think of it just as Fairbacks to help secure a “Our defense and our serv- staff did not lose focus on tice to do that,” she said. Eagle after transferring their job.” Lonzo Ball Emerges as Defensive Spark for Lakers

BY LAUREN A. JONES putting the basket in the lead to offense are a major the last things you do when league. The signing of 18- Contributing Writer hole doesn’t define what he part of how he impacts the you are a high draft pick,” year veteran Tyson Chan- does out on the floor and game. Lakers coach Luke Walton dler marked a turning point On the second night of the impact that he makes,” “If you’re able to make observed. “We saw [that] for the Lakers on the defen- the Los Angeles Lakers reflected Lakers star for- an impact in the game and his defensive instincts were sive side of the ball. playing back-to-back ward LeBron James. you’re not scoring the ball, way more advanced than “Great defensive play- games, starting point guard Lonzo earned his fifth then you’re a complete bas- we thought [they] were on ers, that’s what we’re trying Lonzo Ball notched a game- steal of the game that trans- ketball player and that he that side of the floor. He’s to be,” remarked JaVale high five steals against the lated in his own dunk in the is,” James stated. “He’s still been doing a really nice job McGee, who is currently Dallas Mavericks at Staples third quarter. Over the getting guys the ball, still of that lately.” second in the league in Center on Friday. course of the season, he has rebounding, he’s still get- “A lot of people label blocks averaging 2.74 per The Lakers got out to a been tasked with guarding ting his steals and he’s me as not a defender for game. “We’re trying to stop slowed start shooting 0-7 some of the fiercest com- engaged in what’s going on some reason,” shrugged the ball and what we're from the three-point line in petitors in the league. on the floor.” Ball, who finished with 10 harping on also is one thing the first quarter while the Against the Mavericks, his The consistency in points to go along with his that people usually don’t do Mavericks made their first assignment was rookie making defensive plays on four assists and five steals. in transition, not just giving five three-point attempts. standout Luka Doncic, who the ball came as a shock to “I don't know why.” up and saying ‘Okay it’s an Midway through the second AP PHOTO/MARK J. TERRILL he held to 2-13 shooting for the coaching staff when The month of Novem- easy bucket.’” Indiana Pacers guard Darren quarter, Ball sparked a 10-0 Collison, left, shoots as Los six points on the night. Ball joined the team after ber was a drastic improve- The defensive identity run that slashed the once 15- Angeles Lakers guard Lonzo Though Ball has never being drafted by the Lakers ment for the Lakers defen- of Los Angeles is starting to point deficit down to five Ball defends during the first been characterized as a pro- second overall last year. sively. During that time, the form as players who have points, 45-40. half of an NBA basketball lific scoring point guard, “When you come Lakers have had a Defen- traditionally struggled on “There’s a unique bas- game Thursday, Nov. 29, his all-around effort and straight to the NBA from sive Rating of 103.5 which that end, like Kyle Kuzma, ketball player where him 2018, in Los Angeles. ability to make plays that college, defense is one of ranked third-best in the are buying in to improve. Santee Defeats Fremont in Division III City Section Football Championship BY AMANDA SCURLOCK again on their next posses- intensity on the defensive Sports Writer sion to make 13-0 lead. end, picking off Amos-Hol- When Santee punted the lis on Fremont’s next pos- The Santee High School ball, Pathfinders senior Leo session. Later in the quarter, Falcons football team com- Soto made a 67-yard touch- Todd made another trip to mitted a 12-game winning down return. the endzone. streak when they defeated After seven plays, Fal- “Joseph Todd is a great the Fremont Pathfinders 52- cons senior quarterback Noe kid, great athlete, very hard 20 to win the Division III Orea ran in a touchdown working,” said Santee head City Section Championship. from two yards out. coach John Petty. “If you put The Falcons led throughout Santee went into the sec- Todd on any team, he’ll start the game, with senior run- ond quarter with a 20-7 lead andbeastar.” ning back Joseph Todd rush- with no signs of stopping. AMANDA SCURLOCK/L.A. SENTINEL Todd pegged Santee’s ing 282 yards from 26 carries The Fremont offense strug- Santee senior Joseph Todd (3) final score at 52 with a run to make four touchdowns. gled with penalties while made early in the fourth The Falcons were not AMANDA SCURLOCK/L.A. SENTINEL Santee charged down the tee offense returned to the being a quarterback.” quarter. Santee was unable Junior quarterback Jayden field. Senior Anthony Her- field, Todd completed a 57- Soto started the third to score again. pleased with losing in the Amos-Hollis (2) second round of the playoffs rera scored for Santee with a yard rushing play. By half- quarter with a 73-yard punt “We were young, inex- last year and trained hard play down to anybody else’s 29-yard running play. time, the Falcons were return to edge the Pathfinder perienced in a lot of posi- prior to the beginning of the level, we put them up on our Junior quarterback Jay- ahead 33-14. score up to 20. Yet, Fremont tions, but we pulled it season. They went undefeat- level.” den Amos-Hollis willed the “I had receivers not could not contain the rush- together,” Fremont head ed in the Exposition League Santee kept the ball on offensive line forward, by coming to the ball, but I ing game of the Falcons, coach Curtis Johnson said and earned a top seed in the thegroundtomaketheir securing two first downs. could have threw better who scored again six plays about the Pathfinders’ sea- playoffs. first score by Todd, but Senior fullback Tarrell balls,” Amos-Hollis said. “I later but failed their two- son. “We had a little fight in “We worked so hard for failed their 2-point conver- Smith made a rushing score should have brought the point conversion. us and the fight got us this,” Todd said. “We don’t sion. The Falcons scored for Fremont. Once the San- team together a little bit Todd also played with through a lot of games.” Denzel Washington Inspired LeBron James to Strive for Greatness BY LAUREN A. JONES and Dave Chappelle. appearance by rapper and help others according to Wal- to be better than I was today Contributing Writer “I grew up watching Pulitzer Prize winner Ken- ton. These are all things that and I don't stop, I don't want these guys,” James stated. drick Lamar, who spoke to James has continued to to stop,” explained James. Two-time Oscar award- “I grew up admiring these the Lakers after the team embody throughout his “It’s not just all about basket- winning actor Denzel Wash- guys, admiring their craft, suffered a 128-119 loss to career. One of his more ball obviously; it’s about ington spoke to the Lakers wanting to be like certain the Portland Trail Blazers recent philanthropic endeav- everything that I do in life.” as part of the team’s speaker characters they portrayed earlier in the season. ors was opening the I Prom- Washington is a longtime series after suffering one of either in TV shows or “People are frustrated ise School in his hometown, Lakers season ticket holder their toughest losses of the movies or in standup.” and angry after those types to have a more direct positive and can regularly be spotted season in Denver. Washington was the lat- of games, so you bring in influence on the core of courtside at Staples Center Three-time NBA cham- est guest in the speaker someone like Denzel, and inner-city kids who attend. catching a Lakers game. COURTESY INSTAGRAM @KINGJAMES pion LeBron James noted series, called the “Genius Denzel Washington speaks he talks about the things he “Thank God I was able James shared that some that as a young kid from Series,” which was curated to LeBron James and the talks about, it does a nice to be inspired by people that of his top Denzel Washing- Akron, Ohio, there were not by Lakers general manager Lakersasapartofthe job of lifting spirits,” said were doing it the right way ton movies include “Man on many local figures to look up Rob Pelinka. The series was team’s “Genius Series” at Lakers coach Luke Walton. and not the wrong way," said Fire,” “Remember the to, with the exception of drug inaugurated last season to theUCLAHealthCenter Washington’s message James. Titans,” “John Q,” “Train- dealers. When he sought out promote the importance of Training Facility in El was simple, yet impactful. James, a four-time league ing Day.” He added “He positive role models growing “sacrifice, preparation and Segundo, Calif. His speech emphasized being MVP, often tags his social Got Game,” since, “Every- up and looked for inspira- releasing negativity.” humble, being good to peo- media posts with the hashtag body wanted to be Jesus tion, it included entertainers This season’s two guest cidentally come after team ple, and being grateful for the Strive for Greatness. Shuttlesworth growing up. like Washington, Will Smith appearances have both coin- losses. The first was an blessing having the ability to “When I wake up, I want For me, personally, I did.” THURSDAY, DECEMBER 6, 2018 www.lasentinel.net B-3

By Lapacazo SandovaL directed two movies, and about business. Carl, in ad- Contributing Writer these are [the] movies that dition to owning the Urban BET has decided to tell Book Media, has a [compa- When you’ve been in but in an eight-part series. ny] that buys and fixes up the business as long as ac- Trey’s company is Tri properties. tor Ernie Hudson has, it’s Destined Studios. It’s an He also has a hand- not unusual for a creative amazing group of talented ful of friends that he went to step up their game and people. to elementary school with tackle other challenges in [and] these are all Black the Hollywood game. LAS: The cast is pre- men who are there for each For Hudson — known dominately African Ameri- other. for his iconic role in can. That’s nice. I’ve heard people talk “Ghostbusters” and cur- EH: (laughing) Yes, it about it but to see these rently featured in Netflix’s is. I think often times as an guys who built their busi- original movie, “Nappily African American, it’s hard nesses. I had to take my hat Ever After,” and the series, finding those roles that off [to them]. It’s really “Grace and Frankie,” he give you a chance to show impressive. I’m still learn- decided to step into the role a 360-degree character and ing from Carl and all of the of executive producer on these are great roles. people that he surrounds “Carl Weber’s The Family himself with. It’s Black Business,” now playing on LAS: Did the author folks doing things. Mak- BET Networks. of the books, Carl Webber, ing things happen. Like I The eight-part drama also write the screenplay? said earlier, people talk, but is based on the New York EH: Yes, he did. It’s they do it! Times best-selling author’s amazing because a lot of most popular family crime- people can’t make that Carl Weber is the au- drama novel. He also has transition. I am impressed thor of titles such as “The a starring role in the series. with Carl Webber. A lot Preacher’s Son,” “So You Originally developed of people talk about some Call Yourself a Man,” and produced as an indie stuff, but here is a guy who Something on the Side,” film franchise, BET has- li actually does it. “Up to No Good,” “Big censed the content to air in COURTESY PHOTO I grew up in a house- Girls Do Cry,” “Torn Be- an “explosive manner” ac- Ernie Hudson hold where my mother died tween Two Lovers” and cording to the press notes when I was a baby. I never “She Ain’t the One.” that were provided for this with Hudson, BET’s Con- television and film. Whenamazing. He has his own knew my dad. My grand- He is the publisher and story. nie Orlando and Maureen I read Carl Weber’s books, publishing company (the mother raised me in [the] editorial director of Ur- Get ready and say hello Guthman serve as execu- there are eight novels in Urban Books Media) and church. ban Books CEO of Urban to the Duncans, a promi- tive producers. Trey Haley this series about this dy- his novels are really amaz- But Carl is a guy who Books Media, which is nent family from Jamaica, (“The Man in 3B,” “The namic Black family, I knew ing. I would encourage you grew up with his family currently producing films Queens living fast and Preacher’s Son”) serves as that I wanted to be a part of to read them. He teamed and was very close to his based on several of his luxurious. By day, they’redirector and co-executive it. My role as EP is really up with Trey Haley who dad, who taught him a lot bestselling novels an upstanding family; by producer for Tri Destined me, doing whatever I can night, they live a danger- Studios. do to help bring awareness ous secret life. “Carl Weber’s The to help him and the produc- The patriarch of the Family Business” novel, tion company bring this family, L.C. Duncan (Ernie published in 2012, is the into fruition. It deals with Hudson), is at the age when first in a series of novelsa lot of issues that I think I he’s starting to think about under the same title. In see in society. retirement and has to de- fact, this first title launched It might not seem like cide which of his children eight books in what has it at first glance because should take over his thriv- been a popular and ongo- the story is around a family ing exotic car dealership. ing series about the travails that owns the largest exotic The Duncans quickly come of the Duncan family. The car dealership in the coun- under siege from some of book series has sold over 3 try, which is a legitimate the top politicians, mafia million copies. business. and drug cartels in the city. Here is an edited inter- They also have some The Duncans will have to view with actor and execu- unlawful activities that the stick together or die sepa- tive producer, Ernie Hud- patriarch, L.C. Duncan, rately. son. that I play has used to build FIVE TIME GRAMMY In episode one entitled his venture and to bring his AWARD-WINNER “We Are At War,” L.C. Los Angeles Sentinel: entire family into the fam- Duncan (Hudson) has de- We meet again! You spoke ily business. But it dealt cided it’s finally time to about Weber’s “The Family with family, for me. pass on the mantle of lead- Business” novels when I DIANNE ership. All this during a interviewed you for “NAP- LAS: What is the core time when their Asian sup- PILY EVER AFTER.” You of the story? plier has cut them off, and were awesome in that Net- EH: Family. How do their rivals are threatening flix film by the way, and you leave a legacy for your REEVES to put them out of business. producer Tracey Bing had children and yet become Hudson joins Valarie so many nice things to say aware that all those people, PERFORMS FROM HER ALBUM Pettiford (Charlotte Dun- about you, FYI. that you pushed aside to can), Armand Assante Ernie Hudson: I re- build this thing are waiting CHRISTMAS TIME (Sal Dash), and Emilio member you. Did she for the right opportunity to Rivera (Alejandro). “Carl [Bing]? That was a great come in and you become IS HERE Weber’s The Family Busi- project. You are right, I am weaker, and you think you With Peter Martin, ness,” is also executive very excited about every- can just walk away into the produced by Nikaya D. thing that Carl [Weber] has sunset [yet] those forces Romero Lubambo, Brown Jones for Tri Des- written. don’t let that happen very Reginald Veal, Terreon Gully tined Studios and Carl easily. So the big question Weber for Urban Books LAS: You have an EP is, how do you not have Media, who also serve as title on “Carl Weber’s The your children pay the price Sat Dec 15 | 8PM the showrunners. Weber Family Business,” that’s for your [past] choices? singlehandedly penned all great! Why? of the content. EH: I’ve worked a lot LAS: Powerful! Additionally, along over the last 50 years in EH: Carl Webber is “Ms. Reeves, a jazz singer of frequently astonishing skill… this is one of the best jazz Christmas CD’s I’ve heard.” Ben Ratliff The New York Times

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COURTESY PHOTO COURTESY PHOTO Miles Morales is the new Spider-Man. Spider-Man Into the Spider-Verse” brings different Spider-Mans together.

By Shaquille WoodS Peter Ramsey: The We wanted to make sure theater knowing Miles Mo- lives in Brooklyn. We people. Contributing Writer biggest challenge was the you really liked him and rales, and you felt like you asked ourselves, what is he Our story is about a animation. We had a lot of that you understood him. could walk out the door and listening to? What’s in his young kid who is trying to Your friendly neigh- brilliant people working We also factored in that he run into him. headphones? We know he find his way in the world borhood Spider-Man has a on the technical side who had imagination and cre- is a hip-hop kid. The whole and he draws from every- new look. Though he still helped bring the film to life.ativity. It was really impor- LAS: I could feel that world of Brooklyn and art, thing around him to realize swings from skyscrapers, Another challenge was tant to us because we were after watching the movie, all of those things were part who he is to fulfill his po- Miles Morales isn’t your keeping the story personal introducing a new version especially the music. of the effort. tential. typical Spider-Man. from Miles’ point of view. of Spider-Man. PR: Miles is the first The entire movie is that He is an Afro-Latin We had multiple dimen- Spider-Man to come LAS: What do you anyone can really wear that teenager who is trying to sions with different super- LAS: Yes, especially around in the hip-hop gen- want the audience to leave mask. You just have to try figure out the world- be heroes and super villains. his family in the film. eration. feeling? to live up to what it means. fore him. Audiences will There was so much mate- PR: Right! We paid It’s very different from PR: On the very first That’s really the message. explore that world in the rial swirling around the a lot of attention to mak- the world Peter Parker grew treatment with producer We want people feeling new action-packed movie, world. ing his world look and feel up in. Even if you go back Phil Lord, he wrote a mis- like they can actually do it, “Spider-Man: Into the Spi- We asked ourselves, real. We wanted his family to the Spider-Man movies sion statement that said, if they just give it a try. der-Verse.” how do we always make to feel and look like a real of the 2000s with Tobey “We Are Counting On The movie brings to- sure the movie shows Miles family and that the viewer Maguire, you can see we You.” That is the message “Spider-Man: Into the gether various Spider-Man Morales story and every- really understood the dy- are in a different world. we want to send to every- Spider-Verse” releases ev- characters into one thrilling thing that your experienc- namics and relationship of Right off the bat, Miles one, particularly younger erywhere Friday, Dec. 14. visual masterpiece. How- ing comes through him? that family. ever, the animated film We did that by focusing on The relationship be- did come with some chal- his quest. tween he and his father are lenges. the heart of the movie. It We spoke with director LAS: As a person of is very much the heart of Peter Ramsey, a Los Ange- color, I enjoyed seeing a Miles journey into the very les native and creative di- superhero that looked like person he will become. rector, about how the team me. How did you ensure The other side of his overcame those challenges. that Miles’ portrayal felt journey was his mom be- authentic to viewers, espe- ing from Puerto Rico. That By Shaquille WoodS would do a Chinese split from it. My godfather died Los Angeles Senti- cially people of color? also added to the unique- Contributing Writer and feel like a star. from it. People were drop- nel: What was the biggest PR: We wanted to ness of him as a character. I would’ve never real- ping like flies. challenge in creating “Spi- make sure that Miles had a All of these things we He has worked with ized it would manifest to der-Man: Into the Spider- real personality of his own. wanted to make sure that legendary artists such as what I’m doing today. My LAS: That seems like a Verse”? That he had charm and wit. when you walked out of the Beyoncé, Rihanna, Ush- sister and me would g o scary time to live in. What er and Michael Jackson. around caused you to invest in Frank Gatson is a name and do AIDS research now? many in the entertainment dance FG:: Here I am industry respect. con- today, even though Gatson continues to some of my danc- provide meaningful work er and choreog- with his latest project. He tests, rapher friends has teamed up with The but I have Foundation for AIDS Re- still search to help groom a new didn’t generation of dancers. Am- think FAR is one of the world’s I could leading nonprofit organiza- do show tions dedicated to support busi- AIDS research. ness. The new fundraiser, Dance2Cure, is a social media dance challenge where young dance crews raise money for research. The choreographer spoke to the Los Angeles When I was in col- passed away by the dis- Sentinel about how he is lege, I met a Swedish girl ease. When they came to shaping the lives of upcom- who wanted me to join her me to be a chairperson and ing dancers. dance team. That was the made me involved with the start of it all. It’s crazy that dance team, I was hesitant Los Angeles Sentinel: this all started because I at first. How did you begin your was the robot man in high journey as a choreogra- school! LAS:: Why hesitant? pher? FG: I was hesitant be- Frank Gatson: I’m LAS: What made you cause I thought if I would from Wisconsin. I didn’t want to be involved with get involved with an AIDS think I could be in show Dance2Cure? organization, people would business honestly. I just FG: I was born in 1958. assume I have it. thought it was only for I remember [there were] a But then I stopped chosen people. I eventually lot of people dying from thinking that way. I re- went to law school instead. AIDS in the eighties. Some member dancers like Mi- Back in the day we of them were good friends chael Peters and Michael had something called drill and fellow choreographers. Bennett, who died from the teams. It was a hundred of I want to be transpar- disease. us who would rehearse be- ent. Back in those days, Michael Peters cho- fore classes. we thought it was a White reographed “Thriller” and Just imagine junior high boy disease. I lived in New “Beat It.” How dare I even and high school students all York. I started to notice that think about not honoring dancing or stepping. I had a Black boys would get it. those who paved a way for robot solo! Family members of the me! deceased would say don’t LAS: Robot solo? Like tell nobody that they died Dance2Cure will con- the dance? from AIDS. It was really tinue through next year. FG: Yes that one! I was taboo. For more information on known as the robot guy. I knew Oprah’s brother, how to become involved, I would come out to this Jeffrey Lee, who was also please visit amfar.org for song called “Scorpio.” I from Wisconsin, who died more information.

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By Cora JaCkson-Fossett ing process and introduce From there, Burns enrolled port Brigade. prayers for Christ Our Re- though her schedule is Religion Editor prayer as a lifestyle to build in the University of South- Currently attending deemer AME Church.” full, Burns remains confi- a relationship with God,” ern California where re- Christ Our Redeemer AME Al- dent that she can achieve Author Tierra Burns said Burns. “I felt called to ceived her Master’s of So- Church in Irvine, Burns her goals with God’s help offers a timely resource put into writing prayers that cial Work degree in 2015. recently entered the de- along with promoting to help people tap into can be used to intercede for She also participated in the nomination’s ordination “Bombarding Heaven in the power of prayer. Her others and pray for a situa- school’s ROTC program, program as well with the Unity: A Prayer Book for new work, “Bombard- tion that one may encounter which led to her being support of her pastor, the Healing.” ing Heaven in Unity: A in their daily life.” commissioned as a second Rev. Mark E. Whitlock “One of my favorite Prayer Book for Heal- Her prayer samplings lieutenant in the Army. Jr., who said, “Tierra is scriptures is Luke 10:19, ing” aims to assist those cover a range of contempo- Shortly after gradua- a very thoughtful wom- which reads, ‘Behold, I who may be uncomfort- rary topics such as mental tion, her journey entered an with many gifts. have given you author- able communicating with illness, physical disabilities another phase when she ac- She is an an- ity to tread on serpents and God. and relationship dilemmas. cepted her call to the minis- swer to scorpions, and over all the Explaining her reason She also suggests entreat- try. She preached her trial our power of the enemy, and for addressing this topic, ies that speak to domestic sermon at Walker Temple nothing shall hurt you.’ Burns said her two-fold violence, racism and sexual AME Church, also in 2015, This scripture gives goals are to encourage trauma. and the next year joined the hope and reminds people to increase their “I live by the motto, U.S. Army Chaplain Can- us that God has prayer life and learn to ‘Live to Inspire, Dare to didate Program. given us every- pray before a crisis oc- Dream, and Hope for Heal- “I also started seminary thing we need curs. ing.’ I think this book pro- at Pepperdine University to get through “My ultimate goal vides hope for healing in in 2016 and then trans- our trials, trib- is to express the power this broken world,” said ferred to Fuller Theo- ulations, and of prayer in God’s heal- Burns. “This is just the firstlogical Seminary anything the step with communicating in 2017. I will enemy tries to with God, but when God graduate with throw at us.” speaks, there must be more my Master’s action of obeying God in of Divinity “Bombarding the midst of the trials and from Fuller Heaven in Unity: tribulations.” this Decem- A Prayer Book Certainly, Burns over- ber,” said for Healing” came trials to reach this Burns, who is available on point in her life. After earn- plans to be- Amazon.com, ing a Bachelor’s degree come a social worker at the christianbooks. at North Carolina Central VA Hospital and serve as com, goodreads. University, she served as a chaplain candidate (first com and in lo- COURTESY PHOTO an automated logistical lieutenant) at the 420th cal bookstores. 2nd Lt. Tierra Burns specialist in the U.S. Army. Combat Sustainment Sup-

By Cora JaCkson-Fossett gave words of encourage- Star Otis Birdsong. Religion Editor ment to young people na- “It’s a blessing to a part tionwide that they can at- of this rich legacy of min- Singer/songwriter tain their potential.” istry and the entertainment James C. Birdsong Jr. con- The son of a pastor, arena,” said Birdsong, who tinues to travel the country Birdsong has maintained is also involved in the gos- sharing his memoir, “The a close relationship with pel music industry and a Best is Yet to Come: A Christ throughout his life. big supporter of young Testimony of One Young His parents raised him in people. Man’s Redemption.” the church and some of his As for the future, Bird- Last month, Birdsong relatives were ministers. song is working on his next made his national televi- His great-uncle, the book, which will focus on sion debut on “Real Life,” Rev. Sidney Birdsong, was uplifting youth, and he’s the flagship program of the pastor of Solid Rock establishing a foundation Cornerstone Television Baptist Church in Los An- to provide arts education Network (CTN) in Pitts- geles from 1959, until his and leadership skills for burgh, Pennsylvania, and passing in 1976. youngsters. the appearance was quite Also, his cousin, the In addition, Birdsong is memorable for the young Rev. DeWayne Bird- planning a benefit gospel author, who overcame a song, led Sunset Mission- concert and awards show in developmental disability to JOHN MATARAZZO ary Baptist Church in Los Los Angeles in May 2020. succeed in life. James Birdsong Jr., on the monitor and set, shares his story with CTN’s “Real Life.” Angeles. “I believe that God has As shared in the Nov. Birdsong is also blessed more in store for me,” said 2017 L.A. Sentinel, Bird- belief in God inspired him was able to share his story experience on the show,” to have many notable fam- Birdsong, “and I am al- song was born with a to complete high school, with CTN’s six million he said. “I talked about ily members such as singer ways thankful that He has speech impediment, en- graduate from college, and viewers with the aim of how I could not speak until Cindy Birdsong of the Su- allowed me to reach out rolled in special educa- enroll in a Master’s degree reassuring others to trust the age of three due to my premes, multi-Grammy and help others.” tion classes and bullied program. in God and follow their speech impediment, God’s Award-winner organist/ To learn more, email throughout his youth. Through the interview dreams. healing in my life and my keyboardist Edwin Bird- Birdsong at thebestisyetto- However, his strong on “Real Life,” Birdsong “I really enjoyed my calling of ministry. I also song and former NBA All- [email protected].

Noted theologian was the founding pastor of the largest African American church in North Orange County staFF and Wire report “He will be missed by ton, California. named James Donald his family, the Friendship Penny Owens, a well- Carrington as the Pastor. Bishop James Donald Church Family, sons and known community activ- Friendship Baptist Church Carrington, the founding daughters in the gospel ist and Fullerton resident, was officially recognized pastor and pastor emeri- preaching ministry, men- held a meeting in her home on Jun 24, 1964 by the tus of Friendship Baptist tees he accumulated along and invited her pastor, the Providence Baptist Associ- Church in Yorba Linda, the way, and various Chris- Rev. K.D. Friend, pastor of ation and was named after passed away on Nov. 15. tian ministries and organi- Bethel Missionary Baptist Rev. Friend because he was Celebrations of his life zations he served through- Church in Watts, to help instrumental in helping to were held at Friendship on out his ministry career. He establish a church in North establish the church. Nov. 30 and Dec. 1. was God’s servant and a Orange County. Between 1964 and Carrington was in- man for the people.” Since women were not 1987, Friendship had seven strumental in establishing Carrington was born allowed to form Baptist locations and at its peak, the first African - Ameri on September 25, 1933, in churches at that time, the had more than 3,000 mem- can church in North Or- Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. group met in their homes bers. ange County in May 1964. He joined the U.S. Navy in and they, along with the Bishop Carrington Starting out with 22 charter 1951 and faithfully served Rev. Friend, enlisted the leaves to cherish his members, Friendship grew until 1954. support of men. memory and legacy his over the years to a congre- On April 9, 1960, he The Rev. Friend called beloved wife of 58 years, gation exceeding 3,000. married Doris Constance, the Rev. Carrington, a the Rev. Doris Constance “We pray you will who was a co-laborer in the young minister with Para- Carrington; two children, join us and welcome your ministry. dise Baptist Church, and Darlene Denise Haynes prayers as we mourn the The story of James introduced him to the group and DeHaven Carrington; loss of our beloved pastor Donald Carrington and on April 22, 1964. seven grandchildren; three emeritus, James Donald Friendship Baptist Church On May 20, 1964, great-grandchildren, many Carrington,” said Friend- began in April 1964, when Friendship was firmly- nieces es and nephews, oth- FRIENDSHIP BAPTIST CHURCH ship Baptist Senior Pastor a group of women wanted tablished with 22 signed er relatives, and family Bishop James D. Carrington, at top, and in early and Kenneth C. Curry, Jr. to start a church in Fuller- charter members and they friends. more recent photos with his wife, Rev. Doris Carrington. C-2 LASENTINEL.NET RELIGION THURSDAY, DECEMBER 6, 2018 CALL 2 W ORSHIP! By rev. Mark e. WhitloCk, Jr. and enticed.” Part of the Christ Our Redeemer AME Church human condition is to feel by Cora Jackson-Fossett, Religion Editor impulses, and part of the We are living in the last Christian life is to control Church and community news throughout greater Los Angeles days. In a real sense, God impulses. Impulse control expects Christians to be has been a struggle for us Carson Community Deliverance Center Church equipped for the return of since the fall. holds a Women’s Prayer Service on Dec. 8, at 10 a.m., at 555 E. 220th St., in Carson. The Christ. We know not the Eve saw that the fruit public is invited to attend for worship and prayer. For information, call (310) 835-7905. time or date, but be pre- was “desirable” and she pared. succumbed to impulse to The Guibord Center Jesus prophesizes a pe- presents “Holy Days of Light: Roots of Hanukkah and Christmas” on Dec. 8, at 3 p.m., at FILE PHOTO sin. Today, we still strug- riod of great tribulation - a Pastor Mark E. Whitlock Jr. gle. The impulse to sin Temple Beth Shir Shalom, 1827 California St., in Santa Monica, said the Rev. Dr. Gwynne Guibord, founder. Rabbi Neil Comess-Daniels of Temple Beth Shir Shalom and the Very Rev. period of great adversity comes like a thief in the Canon Mark Kowalewski, dean of St. John’s Episcopal Cathedral will participate. Call (323) and anguish; intense op- wrong turn in life can delay night. We have impulses 333-4664 for information. pression or persecution; and derail a destination. to make frivolous pur- wars and rumors of wars; The Bible says in Mark chases, to overeat, to have Holman United Methodist Church natural and man-made di- 14:38, “Watch and pray illicit sex, and to do many hosts Handel’s Messiah and Pinkham’s Christmas Cantata on Dec. 9, at 4 p.m., at 3320 sasters and crooked leader- so that you will not fall other things we know we W. Adams Blvd., in Los Angeles, said Bishop Warner Brown, Jr., pastor. The Holman choir and chamber orchestra, directed by William Campbell, Jr. will perform along with organist ship in high places. Tribu- into temptation. The spirit shouldn’t. Robert Johnson, Jr. Visit homanumc.com for details. lation is linked to God’s is willing, but the body is But the Bible says in 1 process for making the weak.” Weakness makes Tim 6:12, “Fight the good Trinity Baptist Church th world right again. the wrong turn seem right, fight of the faith. Take hold plans its 11 annual Homeless Blanket Drive on Dec. 15, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., in their This tribulation has its but wrong turns are a result of the eternal life to which garage parking lot at 2040 W. Jefferson Blvd., in Los Angeles, said Pastor Alvin Tunstill and homeless activist Brian Ferguson. Donations of new full, queen or king size blankets and - of making the wrong deci- you were called when you source in the conflict be pillows will be collected. On Dec. 16, at 3 p.m., a Christmas celebration takes place with the tween God and the devil, sions, wrong habits, wrong made your good confession Mass Choir and friends. Call (323) 735-0044 for information. which will end with the websites, wrong parties, in the presence of many devil being cast into the and wrong relationships. witnesses.” But the Holy Second AME Church lake of fire to suffer eternal Jesus warned His dis- Spirit gives us the power to hosts a “Christmas Festival of Music and the Arts” on Dec. 16, at 3 p.m., at 5500 Hoover St., tribulation. Jesus is telling ciples to watch out for the win the fight against impul- in Los Angeles, said Pastor Carolyn Baskin-Bell. Dimitri Nickleberry will direct the event. To learn more, call (323) 753-2451. us to watch. Watch does impulse of sin. The Bible sive sins. not mean to stand around says in Luke 21:35, “For Luke 21: 36 says, “Be West Angeles Church of God in Christ looking for eschatological it will come upon all those always on the watch, and holds Christmas at the Cathedral on Dec. 16, at 7 p.m., with JJ Hairston, Kyla and The signs of the end times. who live on the face of the pray that you may be able Williams Singers and a Candlelight Service on Dec. 19, at 7 p.m. Call (323) 733-8300 for It means, “Stay Woke! whole earth.” The impulse to escape all that is about details. Don’t get caught unpre- to sin does not discrimi- to happen, and that you Founder’s Church of Religious Science pared for the return of nate. We are not strong may be able to stand before sponsors a Candlelight Service on Dec. 19, at 7 p.m., at 3281 W. 6th St., in Los Angeles, said Christ!” This admonition enough, smart enough, the Son of Man.” Dr. Arthur Chang, pastor. On Dec. 23, at 10 a.m., Christmas service will be held. To learn carries a warning for us educated enough, and wise We must watch, fight, more, call (213) 388-9733. today, because it is so easy enough to fight the - im and pray to stand before the for us to “get caught up in pulse to sin. It can happen Son of Man. We are living Truth and Love Christian Church the ways of the world!’ in a second, an email, text plans “A Christmas Miracle” on Dec. 21, at 7:30 p.m., at 1129 E. Dominguez St., Suite B, difficult times, but prayer in Carson, said Pastor Walter Tucker III. The program will feature music, songs and a short It’s so easy to take the message, and social media changes things. We pray Christmas play. Call (310) 635-3550 for details. wrong turn. Have ever tak- post. for the power of faith. We en the wrong turn off the Impulse control is nev- pray with the expectation Brookins-Kirkland AME Church freeway? Missed an exit to er easy. All of us struggle that God changes things. sponsors a Christmas Program on Dec. 23, at 8 a.m., at 3719 W. Slauson Ave., in Los Angeles, delay where you are going? with controlling impulses. There is power in prayer. said Pastor Mary S. Minor. The Christmas Day worship starts at 9 a.m. For information, call (323) 296-5610. Even better, did you think The Bible says in James When life knocks you you knew where you going 1:14, “Each one is tempted down, get back up, dust only to realize you really when, by his own evil de- yourself off and stand for Email [email protected] and tell us about your church! did not know? Making the sire, he is dragged away the Son of God!

New Pleasant Hill Missionary Baptist Church 9537 S. Vermont Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90044 Worship Services..... 8:00am & 11:00am Sunday School ...... 9:30am Prayer Meeting (Wed) ...... 6:30pm Bible Study (Wed) ...... 7:00pm The Church Where “It Pays to be Nice”

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Anthony Browder is the first African American to lead and fund an archeological excavation project in Egypt Clarke, Yosef ben-Jochan- new discoveries are made est temple on earth.” nan, Asa Hilliard, John G. at our site in Egypt, she is Browder and his team Jackson, Frances Welsing, always the first one to enter are still working to better Na’im Akbar, Leonard Jef- these rooms so that history understand and share the feries and other African- will record that she was ancient knowledge that centered scholars who be- the first African Americanwill change understanding friended me and nurtured inside of the burial cham- of Nile Valley history and my development over sev- bers of Karakhamun and culture. As an educator, eral decades. Karabasken, and the newly he is making sure that this “They prepared me to discovered tomb where we knowledge is passed down recognize opportunities recently found the canopic to the next generations. before they appeared and jars of Amenirdis.” “All of my books are position myself to take full This year is the 10th an- used in school systems advantage of them. I amniversary of the ASA Res- throughout America and honored to have the op- toration Project that was es- around the world,” said portunity to do what they tablished to honor the late Browder. “I’ve authored were unable to do in their Dr. Asa G. Hilliard III, an six books, co-authored two careers, and am dedicated esteemed psychologist, his- books with my daughter to create opportunities for torian, master teacher, and and four books with- oth those who will follow in author who has been inter- ers.” Cultural historian, Egyptian archeologist, authorand educational myconsultant, footsteps.” nationally recognized for Browder added, “We Anthony BrowderCOURTESY PHOTO Based in Washington his outstanding scholarship have just developed a- Sat D.C., Browder was born in regarding ancient Egyptian urday academy that will be By Brian W. Carter nanciers and tourists. have been able to tell a Chicago and attended How- history. held in 12 cities and will be Contributing Writer “It’s a major game story of 25th dynasty kingsard University in 1971. He “The project is named expanding to other cities in changer.” and nobles that has never graduated from Howard in honor of Asa Hilliard the near future.” “Over the past decade, In May 2018, Browder, been told,” said Browder. in 1974, with a bachelor’s and is my way honoring a Browder and his team we have been able to un- his daughter Atlantis and “And we are able to con- of fine arts and an empha- man who played a pivotal are set to complete the res- cover the hidden histories the ASA Restoration Proj- nect Kushite history with sis on graphic design and role in my life and my ca- toration and open the tombs of people who have been ect excavation team dis- Kemetic history, and the advertising. Browder has reer,” said Browder. in 2023. They also have written out of their own covered 2700-year-old, history of civilizations in made many of these amaz- According to Browder, plans to create a Visitors history,” said cultural his- Kushite artifacts that are West Africa. ing treks with his daughterthe past decade has seen the Center and a research facil- torian, Egyptian arche- now installed in the Egyp- “We will be producing Atlantis, having been to excavation and restoration ity for African Americans ologist, author and educa- tian Museum in Luxor. He books and documentaries Egypt 56 times, with hisof the 2700-year-old tombs in Luxor, Egypt. tional consultant, Anthony makes history as the first of our findings for the next daughter along for 13 of of Karabasken, the Mayor “I have been doing this Browder, on the latest find African American to lead 50 years.” those trips. of Waset (Luxor and Kar- work for 37 years and will in Egypt. and fund an archeologi- Browder added, “I “She grew up meeting nak) and Karakhamun, “a spend the rest of my life “We have raised the cal excavation project inam fortunate to have all metof the scholars I refer- priest, who played a major training my replacements,” profile of African- AmeriEgypt. and cultivated workingenced earlier and I am pre- role in organizing cultural said Browder. cans in Egypt and are now “Through our archeo- relationships with Ivan paring her to continue my and spiritual activities at “In other words…the seen as archeologists, fi- logical discoveries, we Van Sertima, John Henriklegacy,” said Browder. “As Karnak Temple – the -largbest is yet to come.”

Longtime staffer selected from among 20 candidates after national 10-month search The Struggle gala at the largest programs to leading we have had in 10 years.” BAI Board Chair, Grazell California African Ameri- the strategic direction of Copeland, who is 34, suc- Howard, J.D., says, “Stra- can Museum (CAAM) all of BAI’s programming, ceeds Phill Wilson, who is - this past Saturday. tegic actions have been tak including our newest entry not only the current Presi- en while ‘preparing for the Copeland, says, “We are into providing HIV direct dent and chief executive next generation of the HIV bringing a collective of services.” She added, “In Officer, but the organiza- fight. Phill Wilson’s -aspi the nation’s brightest my tenure with the Institute tion’s founder. He an- ration demonstrates to the leaders who are model- I have had the pleasure of nounced his decision to world that the Black AIDS ing the way to end HIV developing seasoned and retire at the end of this Institute is and will always in Black America through meaningful relationships - the provision of outstand- year to the board of direcbe innovative, first, and - - ing, Black-centric clinical with significant individutors in 2015. The boardbest-in-class as an organi als and institutions from has been intentional about zation devoted to eradicat- care, and best practices federal leaders, to com- the search process and ing HIV in our communi- shared across the country.” munity organizers, and strategic planning. They ties.” She added, “Raniyah As she reflects on more key funders. I have led conducted a 10-month Copeland’s selection as the than 10 years with the or- our growth to currently national search and Co- new president and CEO of ganization she says, “I having the largest staffed peland was selected from have grown from planning and skilled programs team more than 20 candidates. {See AIDS D-2} the details of one of our

Raniyah Copeland COURTESY PHOTO

Sentinel neWS ServiCe ing at BAI in April of 2008 as the training and capacity The Black AIDS Institute building coordinator and (BAI) has named Raniyah currently serves as the di- Copeland as its next presi- rector of programs. The dent and chief executive announcement was made officer. Copeland will- during as the organization’s sume the role on January star studded Heroes In 1. Copeland began work-

Jones affectionately called “Mama” by most people. Ms. Harriett Barksdale Jones was born Dec. 13, 1913, at her home on the Southside of Chicago, Il- linois to her parents Arona and Richmond Barksdale.

Celebrating her 105th birthday this December 13, 2018 at 3:p.m at Sunray Healthcare Center, 3210 W. Pico Blvd., Los Ange- les, CA 90019, Ms. Harriett PHOTO CREDIT: VINNIE RATCLIFF

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of Jr. Pee wee division that was competitive all year,” said Baldwin head coach, Robert Lockhart. Capping off the su- per bowl win for Baldwin Hills Youth Football, run- ning back/linebacker Jay- Baldwin Hills Jr. Peewee team under head coach Rob- shawn Edwards (6) was ert Lockhart won their organization’s third SYFL Champi - honored by the league for onship against a tough Long Beach Patriots team. accomplishing a 4.0 GPA. school. The three shared first, then football. My “I’m really happy about their thoughts. parents and coaches are the progression of the “This award is for my always saying, ‘Student- league. Our job as coaches five years of playing athletes,with student-athletes, SYFL student-athletes were honored with framed jerseys for their long tenure in is to develop well-rounded the SYFL, as they prepare for high school. (r-l) Coach Glasper for Da’Kharrie Jefferson the SYFL and leaving to not athletes-student. I love student-athletes and young go to high school,” said football, so my grades (60) Aerion Richardson (5) Jovone Brown (21), Huron Jackson (1), Romeo Clark (6), and men. Jayshawn Edwards is Brown. “I feel like I willare important, “ said assistant coach Huron Jackson Sr. (PHOTOS BY MESIYAH MCGINNIS/ L.A. SENTINEL) an example of what Bald- be a Snoop League legend. Tank, who has a 4.0 GPA. By E. MEsiyah McGinnis According to Dedrian GPA of 3.0 and above dur- win Hills Football and the To Snoop and my coach- Huron was awarded for his- SYFL league is building,” Staff Writer “Dee Dee” Small-Hayes, ing the calendar school es, keep doing what you torically maintaining a 4.0 SYFL executive board year, prior to the start of the said coach Lockhart. do. And thank you to myGPA during his SYFL ca- The Snoop Youth Foot- member and scholastic season. The numbers are so “We have contributed parents for helping me ac- reer, and being in the league ball League (SYFL) held director, the league’s em- impressive, that the league to the advancement of complish my goals,” said throughout his SYFL ca- its 15th annual super bowl phasis are on the student’s can’t honor all the students. countless young men and Adams. reer. “I plan on attending games on Sunday, Dec. 2, scholastic component; there “As we would love to women in our 60 years “I learned that I can do a top college and becoming at Pioneer High School in is a high percentage of recognize everyone, it’s and appreciate the SYFL anything I want. I learned an NFL player, “ he said. in helping Baldwin Hills Whittier, CA. SYFL athletes who have at just not feasible. This year, from my mistakes on the Cheerleaders Nylah Pat- continue to serve the com- While Super Bowl least a 3.0 GPA or higher, as the names of the kids with field. Thanks to Snoop, myrick, Kris Walker, Shari Games and their outcomes well as a special elite group a 3.0-3.9 GPA are entered munity through football, coaches and my parents for Spears, Justyce Smith, Ali- cheer, and a strong focus are important, the SYFL who maintain a 4.0. into a database for drawing. helping me succeed,” said na Lester, Makiya Belisle, on academics,” said Bald- focuses on the efforts of As he league expands, Once selected, the child re- Mayki. Sky Owens, and Cherysh their football players and the [GPA] numbers in- ceives a special invite to the win Hills football presi- Student-athletes Huron Henley and other cheer- dent, Valerie Saulsberry. cheerleaders on and off the crease, highlighting the SY- Scholastic All-Star presen- Jackson, Raki “Tank”leaders were honored for SYFL players Jovone field. The league took time FL’s scholastic goals,” said tation.” Davis, Da’Kharrie Jef- their academic and per- to honor the SYFL Cham- Small-Hayes. “All players Baldwin Hills’ Jr. Pee Brown, Makyi Douglas, ferson Daylen Austin, sonal accomplishments. pions of 2018, in addition and cheerleaders who main- wee team won their organi- Maceo Adams, Daylen Jaylen Patterson, Jer- According to Small-Hayes, to a special presentation tained a 4.0 on their last zation’s third SYFL Cham- Austin, Aerion Richard- maine Spears, and oth- she has served as scholastic that honored their high- calendar school year report pionship against a tough son, Romeo Clark, anders were acknowledgeddirector for the league for achieving student-athletes. card are recognized.” Long Beach Patriots team. other student-athletes were for achieving outstanding over 10 years. “My passion The presentation included Small-Hayes says it’s “I couldn’t be more proud honored with their framed academic excellence and supersedes the life-chal- awarding players with jer- a blessing that there are a of how this Baldwin Hills jerseys for their long ten- for their longstanding par- lenges that our student ath- ure in the SYFL League, seys based upon their ca- high percentage of kids in team, staff, and parents ticipation in the league. letes face off the field and as they prepare for high reers on and off the field. the SYFL who maintain a stepped up to the challenge “School always comes in the classroom,” she said. of California, Berkeley. borhood of Los Angeles. AIDS {continued from Pg. D-1} She earned a Bachelor of She is a member of the Arts in African Ameri- Delta Sigma Theta Soror- the Black AIDS Institute il- to the AIDS movement can Studies at the Uni- ity, Inc., an AmeriCorp lustrates the ‘woke’ meter that, given the current versity of California, Alumni, and a co-founder of the BAI Board of Direc- political environment, Berkeley, and a Master of the African Black Co- tors. Raniyah brings a triple is desperately needed.” of Public Health from alition. “As a Black cis- threat to HIV: subject matte Prior to joining the staff Charles Drew University woman and mother, my expertise and passion bun- of BAI, Copeland worked of Medicine and Science. intersectionality informs dled with commitment.” as a crisis case manager Copeland is married to how I center people living Phill Wilson says, “I can’t at Beyond Shelter, a re- Bryce Copeland, a business with HIV, queer people, imagine a better choice productive health assistant manager for Sony Pictures Black trans women, and to lead the institute into for planned parenthood Entertainment. They are folks in the Black com- the future. Raniyah is Pasadena, and the execu- the parents of Ahmad, 4, munities who are mar- bold, brave, and bril- tive director of the Black and Aydin, 1. They reside ginalized because of who COURTESY PHOTO liant.” He added, “She Recruitment and Retention in the Windsor Hills neigh- they are,” says Copeland. Raniyah and Phill brings a vigor and vision Center at the University

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As the founder of the Social Women Bringing It All Justice Law Project, Shee- Back Home.” han successfully argued The Industry Impact cases such as Gresher v. Award went to Ellen Adler, Anderson (2005) and Doe v. publisher of The New Press. Saenz (2006) that infringed Adler, who will release Bur- upon rights of formerly in- ton’s memoir, “Becoming carcerated individuals. Ms. Burton,” in 2019, has Margaret Prescod of also published several ac- KPFK radio earned the claimed works including Movement Builder Award “Race to Incarcerate” by for using her platform to Marc Mauer, “The New Jim highlight social injustices. Crow” by Michelle Alex- She hosts the “Sojourner ander and “Chokehold” by Truth” public affairs pro- Paul Butler. gram and a founding mem- As for the future, AN- ber of the Every Mother is WOL has established the A New Way of Life’s Watts and Long Beach residents pictured on the red carpet at the organization’s a Working Mother Network. SAFE (Sisterhood Alliance 20th Annual Gala. The theme for this year’s dinner was “Remembering the Women.”(EARL GIBSON PHOTO) Her effort to publicize the for Freedom and Equality) serial murders of Black Network. Burton said the By Cora JaCkson-Fossett case management, advo- housing coordinator in the Flozelle Woodmore women in South L.A. in initiative will train others to staFF Writer cacy and leadership de- September. In her view, Award to Ingrid Archie, a the 1980s was dramatized “replicate the A New Way of velopment to hundreds of “ANWOL is a safe place former ANWOL resident. in the HBO film, “TalesLife of model on a national and When Susan Burton women. to live. It’s hope for those A product of a violent the Grim Sleeper.” Prescod international scale.” founded A New Way of “I started A New Way of us who came home and home and the foster care is also the author of “Black Life Reentry Project in of Life alone, but I’m not didn’t know which way we system, Archie’s life even- 1998, she wanted to assist alone anymore,” said Bur- were going to go. It gives tually landed in prison and women who were newly ton in her Founder’s Mes- us things that people forgot shortly after her release, released from prison. After sage. “There are so many that we needed when com- lost her children to foster serving six terms in prison who stand side-by-side ing back into society.” care. She came to AN- herself, she had experi- with me in so many ways Another former resi- WOL in 2015, which enced firsthand the despairand who help build power- dent, Tiffany Johnson, resulted in her regain- and hopelessness of having ful pathways to change.” now serves as ANWOL’s ing custody of her children nowhere to turn. In recognition of its co-director and reflected, and working full-time as Launching her agency progress, the organiza- “ANWOL is a place that an advocate for ANWOL. in a three-room bungalow tion marked its 20th an- provides endless opportu- She educates women in in Watts, she didn’t have niversary on Dec. 2, in a nities for women and that L.A. County jails, con- a lot of resources, but she gala affair held at the L.A. is wrapped around with ducts leadership training A New Way of Life founder Susan Burton, right,with did have an abundance of Grand Hotel. The theme so much love and support, for formerly incarcerated Industry Impact Award winner Ellen Adler of The New determination and two de- was “Remembering the that a women can’t do any- women and serves on the Press. (EARL GIBSON PHOTO) cades later, the fruits of her Woman” and a capacity thing but succeed.” executive steering com- labors have paid off. crowd of supporters filled The gala featured a sa- mittee of Californians for A New Way of Life the ballroom to celebrate lute to four champions of Safety and Justice. (ANWOL) currently oper- with Burton and her team. social justice. Following Attorney Peter Sheehan ates seven homes, where Many in the audience an invocation by Crystal received the Community it has housed more than were current and former D. Crawford of the Cali- Champion Award in honor 1,000 women and children, clients of ANWOL, who fornia Wellness Founda- of his long career of fight- reunited 300+ women with remarked on their trans- tion and remarks by L.A. ing for the constitutional their children and extended formation after encoun- County Supv. Mark Rid- and civil rights of others. free legal services to over tering Burton and her ley-Thomas, emcee Val He worked for the ACLU 2,500 formerly incarcer- agency. April Adkins, who Zavala introduced Acade- in 1971, where he repre- ated individuals. In addi- served 28 years in prison, my Award-winning actress sented Black Panthers tar- Susan Burton and L.A.County Supervisor Mark Rid- tion, the group provides was appointed ANWOL’s Natalie Portman to present geted by law enforcement. ley-Thomas. (EARL GIBSON PHOTO)

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