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photo by Michael Leighton/Portland Observer Editor A group of visitors from Seattle gather on the lawn at Peninsula Park in north Portland Monday morning to view the Great Solar Eclipse. The Great Solar Eclipse Families and friends gathered in green be seen outside their homes, slipping on sun, a filtered light took over and a quick Amazing sight spaces and parks, lounging on picnic blan- paper eclipse glasses with black film lenses cooler breeze swept by. Waving patterns kets and relaxing in foldout camping chairs to view a curved shadow engulfing the sun. of crescent moon shadows covered the all over the city to view a nearly complete Checking their watches for 10:19 a.m. as ground, the sides of buildings and fences. wows crowds solar eclipse on a bright and sunny morn- peak eclipse time edged closer, there was The birds, insects and animals were silent. by Christa McIntyre ing. The path of complete totality was just peaceful anticipation in the faces of peo- Other people on the job or on their way The Portland Observer south of Portland, stretching from Lincoln ple grouped together to view the spectac- to work pulled over in cars, stopped pedal- For a few minutes on Monday morning, City, over Salem, Madras and John Day to ular event. At 99 percent totality, the skies ing their bikes and gathered on sidewalks the hustle and bustle of Portland’s streets the Idaho border. over Portland and southwest Washington to look up and experience the show. Busy came to a pause as the moon passed over Starting shortly after 9 a.m. on Monday, dimmed but did not completely darken. Continued on Page 7 the face of the sun. the celestial event began. Portlanders could As the moon made its way in front of the Page 2 August 23, 2017 2017 Portland Observer Canyon Denali AutoReview Crew Cab
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Comic Legend Dies at 91 $700 million, making it the second largest in U.S. history. Comedy legend Jerry Lewis, The The odds of winning are one in 292.2 million. 91, died at his Las Vegas home Week Mayor Hires 2 Policy Advisors on Sunday. The comedian, actor Mayor Ted Wheeler announced Monday the hiring of two and filmmaker touched the lives in policy advisors to work on housing and emergency man- of many with his life’s work over agement policies. Cupid Alexander will work on housing the years, including decades as Review initiatives and Elisabeth Perez will bring her expertise with the former host of the annual Cyclist Hits Truck, Killed emergency communications, such as Portland’s 911 ser- Muscular Dystrophy Association 41 year old Tamar Monhait, a local artist and curator, vices. (MDA) Labor Day telethon. died after crashing her bicycle into a garbage truck early Wildfires Spread Across Oregon 10 Sailors Die in Wreckage Monday morning near Southeast Taylor Street and Wa- Thousands of Oregonians are preparing to evacuate their Divers began recovering bodies on Tuesday of 10 sail- ter Avenue. Portland Police remind bicyclists to wear a homes as wildfires spread. Firefighting crews have been ors who died in a flooded compartment of the USS John helmet and have operating lights at the front and rear of working overtime to contain the flames. One of the most S. McCain, a Navy destroyer which collided with an oil their bikes in low-light or dark conditions. significant, the Checto Bar fire on the southern Oregon tanker early Monday morning east of Singapore. The Powerball Jackpot 2nd Highest coast resulted from a lightning storm and has grown to wreckage marks the 4th U.S. warship collision since Jan- With no winning ticket claimed on Saturday, this 98,000 acres. uary. Wednesday’s estimated Powerball lottery will climb to
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photo courtesy of the Architectural Heritage Center The historical Rutherford House at 833 N.E. Shaver was built in 1920 and was first home of the NAACP Credit Union. The NAACP Portland Chapter was founded in 1914. Where History Happened Preserving Arts the African ENTERTAINMENT pages 7-11 & American experience by Christa McIntyre The Portland Observer Portland’s Architectural Heri- tage Center, which has long been engaged with preserving the histo- ry of the African American expe- rience in the city, has stepped up its efforts to record and place im- portant buildings on the National Historic Registry. It comes as interest in designat- ing African American historical pages 12-13 resources has been on the rise in Opinion recent years. Last October, for ex- Cathy Galbraith, executive director of the Architectural Heritage ample, one such designation was Center. made for the Vancouver Avenue tectural Heritage Center, says that American historic places with pages 14 First Baptist Church, a majority with the rapid development that is a report called Cornerstones of Classifieds African-American congregation taking place today, documenting Community: Buildings of Port- that relocated to inner north Port- historic buildings in Portland is land’s African American History. land following the 1948 Vanport like “chasing moving targets.” The late black historian and page 15 Flood. A recognized expert of Port- newspaper columnist McKinley Calendar Now the city of Portland’s Bu- land’s African American histo- Burt participated with Galbraith reau of Planning and Sustainabili- ry, she laments the loss of more in the effort, documenting African ty is partnering with the non-profit homes, buildings and churches American places in Portland for to document potentially historic with historical black ties for new, the publication. Burt, who taught black resources, giving proper- same looking, “mixed use” box in the Urban and Black Studies ty owners a better opportunity to buildings. department at Portland State Uni- page 16 more easily list their property in In 1995, she worked with versity, and was a regular con- the National Register. Portland scholars and communi- tributor to the Portland Observer, Cathy Galbraith, the founding ty members to create the most in Continued on Page 6 Food executive director of the Archi- depth documentation of African Page 4 August 23, 2017
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A groundbreaking ceremony ushers in the future ‘Charlotte Rutherford Place’ at 6905 N. Interstate Ave., drawing dignataries from the city of Portland, Multnomah County, Central City Concern and other supporters of affordable, family housing. Pictured (from left) are Dave Underriner, City Commis- sioner Dan Saltzman, Ed Blackburn, Hon. Charlotte Rutherford, County Commissioner Loretta Smith, and Beth Palmer Wirtz. Affordable, Family Housing Central City Concern, a Port- can families and their impact on erford and Verdell Burdine, were land non-profit serving people the entire community, will rise major figures in Portland’s Black impacted by homelessness, pov- from 6905 N Interstate Ave., civil rights struggle. Her father erty and addictions since 1979, providing 31 one-bedroom and was president and her mother was recently broke ground on the first 17 two-bedroom units as part of secretary of Portland’s NAACP of three buildings in the Housing Portland’s housing strategy to chapter in the 1950s, and they is Health initiative -- a pioneering address displacement and gentri- played an important role in pass- commitment from local hospitals fication. ing the 1953 Oregon Civil Rights and health systems in supportive, Charlotte Rutherford is a com- Bill. Her grandfather, William, affordable housing. munity activist and former civil ran a barbershop in the Golden The Charlotte Rutherford rights attorney, journalist, admin- West Hotel--now a Central City Place--which honors one of Port- istrative law judge and entrepre- Concern residential building, and land’s pioneering African Ameri- neur. Her parents, Otto G. Ruth- Otto worked there as well.
Obituary In Loving Memory Ronald Stewart Ronald Gerald Stewart went home to be with the Lord on Aug. 16, 2017. He was surround- ed by family and friends. Ron was born on May 26, 1953 and passed away due to complica- tions from Avalon Flowers leukemia. 520 SW 3rd Ave., Portland, Celebra- OR 97204 • 503-796-9250 tion of Life ser- vices are A full service flower experience scheduled on Friday, Cori Stewart-- • Birthdays • Anniversaries Sept. 1 at Owner, Operator 2 p.m. at • Funerals • Weddings New Song Community Church, 2511 N.E. Open: Mon.-Fri. 7:30am til 5:30pm Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. Saturday 9am til 2pm. Ron will be greatly missed by his family and friends. His fam- Website: avalonflowerspdx.com ily thanks everyone who made email: [email protected] his life full and inspirational. We Offer Wire Services Page 6 August 23, 2017 Where History Happened The entries in the index are brief, but tell- Continued from Page 3 ing: 6 N. Tillamook St. was home to the Afri- was affectionately known by his readers as “The can American YWCA and the NAACP, and is Professor.” now the Billy Webb Elks Lodge, named after Black folks from every walk of life were in- an important Jazz musician of his day. Some Cannon’s terviewed by the Cornerstones team: Barbers, stories are endearing: the black Tigner family nurses, Pullman porters, doctors, football he- was blessed with the unusual gift of quadruplets roes, electricians, teachers, spiritual leaders, and and local Alpenrose Dairy gifted them a home Rib Express early members of civil rights organizations. Cul- in the 1950’s after the births. Mrs. M Russell is tural celebrities provided stories behind the local described as “a splendid cateress and elocution- landmarks. The late Clara Peoples, the mother of ist” of the 1930’s who works at Mammy Shack. 5410 NE 33rd Ave, Portland’s Juneteenth Celebration and who also Other stories are honest and heartbreaking, such Portland, Or helped establish Meals on Wheels in Oregon is as Clara Edler who cooked for the same family thanked for her contribution to the project. for 74 years, she was a slave to Colonel James When Galbraith and her fellow researchers Crawford and then worked for his daughter. Call to Order: began the process they expected to find close to After the latest project to document buildings 503-288-3836 150 buildings with historical roots to the black important to Portland’s African American histo- community, and to their great surprise 1,284 ry was green lit, 1,000 letters were sent out to Open (hours) Sun-Thurs: 11a-8p I think of all the buildings that were Fri-Sat: 11a- 9p on Martin Luther King in 1998, there Cannon’s, tasty food and friendly neighborhood atmosphere. was something like 11 or 12 that were in the index, now we’re down to five. A couple were burned in fires, but everything else has been demolished and --Cathy Galbraith, executive director redeveloped. of the Architectural Heritage Center
were still standing. But Burt warned Galbraith area home and building owners with the poten- shortly before his death that this work would tial to be put on the National Register. Meeting be akin to “documenting destruction,” she ex- the criteria to go on the registry can be a vital plained. piece to any effort to preserve historic memo- “I think of all the buildings that were on Mar- ries and landmarks in the face of gentrification tin Luther King in 1998, there was something for years to come. like 11 or 12 that were in the index, now we’re With a grant from the Oregon state Historic down to five. A couple were burned in fires, but Preservation Office, this continuation of - Cor everything else has been demolished and rede- nerstones will look at the themes, trends and veloped,” Galbraith said. patterns of history related to the African Ameri- The 225 pages of Cornerstones is a touching can experience in Portland. time capsule of the men, women and children The Architectural Heritage Center welcomes who migrated to Portland and established the submission of photos, stories or other docu- roots of the African American community. It be- mentation that may aid in the preservation of gins with a history of African Americans in Or- Portland’s African American history. To share, egon and ends with an index of historic places. contact Stephanie August 23, 2017 Page 7
photo by Christa McIntyre/The Portland Observer As a crowd of stargazers gather at Mount Tabor in southeast Portland to view the once-in-a-lifetime solar eclipse on Monday morning, a man who set up a telescope to project the image safely shows the sun being obscured by the moon as reflected on a piece of whiteboard paper. The Great Solar Eclipse like a holiday morning. did not materialize. Photos flood- Continued from Front Hundreds of thousands of tour- ing the Internet and social media pockets of shops, banks and ca- ists descended upon Oregon for websites showed travelers gath- fes came to a halt and there was the eclipse, but dire predictions of ered on the foot paths of bridges a sweet calm on the streets much traffic jams and supply shortages and overtaking the higher sum- mits to get the best vantage points. While some felt there was a too much hype built up around the photo by Michael Leighton/Portland Observer Editor eclipse which made its way from Annie Macer of Portland uses special glasses to safety view the Hawai’i to South Carolina, the Great Solar Eclipse from Peninsula Park. event lived up to its promise. moon to “do that again.” Gasps were reminded of how powerful At Mount Tabor in southeast and tears of joy were seen on adult and amazing our little solar sys- Portland, a little girl was heard faces. For a moment, the pull of tem is. crying, because she wanted the nature grounded people and they
photo by Michael Leighton/Portland Observer Editor Mother Nature cooperates with clear skies for the Great Solar Eclipse, drawing Andrew Fox of Portland (left) and Jewan Manuel of Michigan to Peninsula Park in north Portland where the view of the moon obscuring the sun reached nearly 99 percent complete, lowering light levels dramatically.
photo by Kevin E. Curry of Linfield College A photo from Linfield College in McMinnville, south of Portland, shows the Great Solar Eclipse in the pathway of totality when it is blocked by the moon and is safe to view. Unfiltered views of any part of the sun itself can damage the eyes. Vision Checks after Eclipse even weeks following Monday’s Damage from solar eclipse, are encouraged to make an appointment for a com- unfiltered looks prehensive eye examination. According to Pacific Univer- bring warning sity’s Eye Clinics, eye pain, light Anyone experiencing eye sensitivity or other noticeable discomfort or noticeable vision Continued on Page 14 changes in the hours, days and Page 8 August 23, 2017 Arts ENTERTAINMENT& The Legacy of Obo Addy For decades, the musical traditions of Gha- na were explored and extended by Ghana-born and Portland-based drummer, composer, and bandleader Obo Addy. Together with his world beat band, Kukrudu, and traditional quartet, Okropong, Addy was one of Ghana’s greatest musical ambassadors. To help carry forward his legacy of cre- ating cultural awareness and understanding though African music, dance and culture, a free presentation of Addy’s impact on the Pa- cific Northwest, including a performance by Okropong, will take place on Monday, Aug. 28, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at McMenamins Kennedy School. Though he passed away in 2012, Addy’s work carries on through the Obo Addy Legacy Project, which includes educational offerings, concerts and performing arts groups that tour the country. Presented by Susan and Alex Addy, the event is sponsored by the Oregon Historical Society, Performers from Ghana comprise the Portland performing group, Okropong. Part of the Obo Addy Legacy Project, they will Holy Names Heritage Center, and McMenam- perform during a free presentation, “The Legacy of Obo Addy and His Impact in the Pacific Northwest,” on Monday, Aug. ins. 28 at 7 p.m. at McMenamins Kennedy School.
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A revamped International Rose Test Garden at Washington Park, 400 S.W. Kingston Ave. provides better access to people with disabilities. A special daylong celebration takes place Saturday, Aug. 26 with a special concert at 6:30 p.m. 100 Years of Roses Aug. 26. Amphitheater by Pilón d’Azucar is scheduled. Bring Saturday celebration The event will kick off at 11 a.m. with remarks your chairs, blankets, food, family, and friends to from City Commissioner Eudaly and PP&R Director enjoy the Cuban salsa, timba, and Afro-Cuban jazz for Washington Park Mike Abbaté, plus free cupcakes while supplies last! sounds of these amazing musicians! You’re invited to celebrate the 100th Anniversary Crafts for adults and kids, watercolor painting, face Parking is limited, so it’s recommended that you of an iconic Portland treasure, Portland’s Washington painting, temporary rose tattoos, and Rose Garden take TriMet MAX to the Zoo and use the free Washing- Park has just underwent new accessibility improve- tours will be part of the fun. ton Park shuttle. The free zoo shuttle also stops at the ments and an all day party is thrown this Saturday, At 6:30 p.m. a free concert in the Rose Garden SmarkPark garage at 10th and Morrison, downtown. Page 10 August 23, 2017 Arts ENTERTAINMENT& BUSINESSGuide State Farm R Pompeii Exhibit at OMSI -- Preserved bodies cast by volcanic debris in the eruption of Mt. Vesuvius and nearly 200 other artifacts on loan from the unpar- alleled collection of the Naples National Michael E Harper Archaeological Museum in Italy are part Agent of the new OMSI exhibit, Pompeii: The Exhibition. Now showing through Oct. 22. Providing Insurance Norman Sylvester -- ‘Boogie Cat’ Norman Sylvester plays Friday, $5.00 TEES and Financial Services Sept. 1 at the Vinyl Tap; Monday, Sept. 4 at 11 a.m. for the Oaks Park CLUBS Labor Day Picnic on the Carpenters Union 1503 stage and Friday, Sept. FAMILY REUNIONS 8 at 9 p.m. at the Spare Room. SCHOOL CLUBS Home Office, Bloomingon, Illinois 61710 Life of an Iconic President -- One hun- BUSINESSES dred years after his birth, John Fitzgerald We are located at: SCREEN PRINTING Kennedy remains a subject of endless 9713 S.W. Capitol, Portland, OR fascination for millions of Americans. 503-762-6042 The Oregon Historical Society’s current 503-221-3050 • Fax 503-227-8757 exhibition “High Hopes: The Journey of 971-570-8214 [email protected] John F. Kennedy” explores Kennedy’s early life, his road to the presidency, and the changes he effected during his time in office. Runs through Nov. 12. Advertise American Classics -- One of America’s most beloved composers is celebrated when the Clackamas Repertory Theatre presents the music of Irving Berlin with “The Melody Lingers On” at the Osterman The- with diversity in ater on the Clackamas Community College campus. Shows are Thurs- day-Saturday at 7:30 p.m. with 2:30 p.m. Sunday matinees through The Portland Observer Aug. 27. Tickets at ClackamasRep.org or call 503-594-6047. History Hub -- Oregon Historical Society exhibit for young people ex- plores the topic of diversity with BUSINESS interactive objects and pictures that tell the stories of the peo- GUIDE ple of Oregon, past and present. With puzzles, touch screen ac- tivities and board games, Histo- Call 503-288-0033 ry Hub asks students to consider questions like “Who is an Ore- [email protected] gonian?,” “How has discrimina- tion and segregation affected people who live in Oregon?,” and “How can you make Oregon a great place for everyone?” Discount Tickets -- Low income families and individuals can purchase $5 tickets to classical musical performances in Portland as part of a unique program called Music for All. Participating organizations in- clude the Oregon Symphony, Portland Opera, Oregon Ballet Theater, Chamber Music Northwest, Portland Youth Philharmonic, Portland Baroque Orchestra, Friends of Chamber Music, Portland Chamber Or- chestra, Portland Piano International, Portland Symphonic Choir, Cap- Seasonal pella Romana and Portland Vocal Consort. Clean Up Special!
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A scene from Standing Rock in North Dakota from Portland story teller and visual artist Carolyn Campbell from her exhibit ‘Majestic Ground of North Dakota Moon,’ now showing at Destino Café, 1520 N.E. Alberta St. Majestic Ground of North Dakota Moon Most have seen the images of Standing magnificent strength of earth and the gentle Standing Rock besieged by winter that will legacy of wisdom, the power of place, and Rock’s protests and standoffs of last winter truths of the people and the spirits that reside take your breath away in her photo exhibit the unending grief of those who were here in North Dakota when Native Americans and in this sacred and mostly forgotten land. which will be on display through Aug. 31 at first to capture the untold stories of places supporters were driven from land by military Portland story teller and visual artist Car- Destino Café, 1520 N.E. Alberta St. and people who are often disregarded or dis- force. What you couldn’t see, though, was the olyn Campbell presents the landscapes of In this showing, Campbell honors the missed.
Grammy nominee Gallery’s August Shows and 8-time Blues Music Award Winner Shemekia Copeland will perform this weekend at the Vancouver Wine & Jazz Contemporary designs, geo- Festival. metric elements and an artist’s investigation of borders to explore boundaries are some of the con- cepts used in art works featured this month at Guardino Gallery, Hot Jazz, Wines 2939 N.E. Alberta St. Shanon Weber makes 3D sculpture designs from reclaimed Showing in the Guardino’s materials. main gallery are works in 3D fiber and Fine Art sculpture by Shannon Weber and With its focus on world-class jazz musicians, fine art and crafts, abstract paintings by Chi Mere- and great Northwest wines, the 20th annual Vancouver Wine & Jazz dith. Weber uses reclaimed mate- Festival is coming Friday, Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 25-27, to Es- rials and found objects to create ther Short Park in downtown Vancouver. contemporary designs. Meredith’s The concert lineup features internationally acclaimed Gram- paintings contrast between organ- my-nominated jazz and blues legends, as well as up-and-coming ic and geometric elements. musicians who are breaking onto the national scene. Local and re- In the gallery’s feature area, gional bands, as well the 56th US Army Jazz Band from Joint Base Michael Kurz has titled his work, Lewis-McCord will be performing. More than 20 concerts will be Borders. He investigates boundar- staged during the three-day festival. ies and markings that divide one For a complete lineup and more details, visit vancouverwinejazz. space from another. Michael Kurz explores borders to illuminate physical barriers and lines. com Page 12 August 23, 2017
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We live in an America that has proposed initiatives, would seal play in college admissions. and other marginalized groups did • Spot & Stain (at some points more fervently the door of opportunity shut for Like race or gender, many se- not have equal and fair access to Removal Service than others), perpetually strived millions of Americans. The Trump lective universities consider an ap- higher education or employment. • Scotchguard Protection for the elusive ideals of freedom, administration has proposed slash- plicant’s legacy status as a factor I look forward to the day when • Minor Water Damage liberty and justice—for all. ing the Department of Educa- in the admissions process, which a man or woman will neither be Services But as we collectively labor tion’s funding by over $9 billion; puts students from marginalized, preferred nor penalized based on through the mud of inequality and withholding much needed federal low-income and underrepresented gender, color or socioeconomic money from high-poverty public communities at a distinct disadvan- class. Perhaps affirmative action, SEE CURRENT FLYER the residue of injustice that dispro- portionately effects communities schools; and reducing funding for tage. A 2011 Chronicle of Higher as a lasting solution, is complex FOR ADDITIONAL of color and women, it is at best federal work-study and Pell Grants, Education study found that a legacy and imperfect, but so is the nation PRICES & SERVICES cynical and at worst callous that making it harder for lower income connection gave an applicant a 23.3 we call home. Call for Appointment the very federal agency charged and Black and Hispanic students to percentage point advantage over a Marc H. Morial is president and with addressing the impact of dis- afford higher education. non-legacy applicant. And appli- chief executive officer of the Na- (503) 281-3949 crimination on historically disad- In a nation where education is cants whose parent attended the tional Urban League. August 23, 2017 Page 13
Opinion articles do not necessarily represent the views of the Portland Observer. We welcome reader essays, photos and story ideas. Submit to [email protected]. Opinion You Can Vote Every Day – With Your Dollars who don’t get a living wage. um to producers, which is then learned that big banks including avoid supporting harmful cor- The power from With politics the way they reinvested into improving the Sun Trust and Wells Fargo were porations — it means actively are, it can feel like farm or community. giving loans to the company supporting businesses that adopt your wallet big business will soon It’s a start at least. I could take building it. green practices, grow local econ- by Eleanor Greene be able to get away another step and buy coffee from Now at least I know I’m not omies, and pay suppliers fairly. All shopping is with anything. It can a local business instead of the supporting that project. And if Where you shop and what not created equal all seem unbearable, chain I go to. I also shop at a gro- you write or call your bank when you buy send a direct message — we all have our and it’s not possible cery chain, but I could do better you leave explaining why, they’ll to business owners. If enough of preferred soaps and to campaign 24/7 — by going to local businesses or know, too. us shift our spending and invest- phone brands. I’d making dozens of farmer’s markets more often. I We can’t expect ourselves to ments at once, it can force large rather walk a bit fur- phone calls a week or buy organic dairy and eggs, but if be perfect, but we can push our- corporations to reconsider their ther to my favorite grocery store marching every weekend. I had a bigger budget I’d go all selves to be better. supply chains and business prac- than the closer one at the end of So how can I make sure my organic. Sometimes voting with your tices. And it can help small busi- the block. purchases aren’t undermining my When I learned that my bank dollar means keeping it in your nesses stay afloat. Sometimes these choices are values? doesn’t treat customers well — wallet. Every dollar you don’t It can be hard to feel like your based on convenience, familiari- By voting with my dollars. and worse, loans money for fos- spend on junk is a dollar you can voice matters when you vote. ty, quality, or price. But how of- Voting with your dollars can sil fuel projects — I changed to put in a community bank or cred- But your money has the power ten are they based on the impact be done every day. It’s a goal, but a local credit union. It’s not like it union to finance jobs, housing, to support Earth-friendly practic- they’ll make on the world? it’s flexible. I’m making so much that a big and social services that every es, fair wages, healthy food, and Since I started learning about For example, I buy fair trade bank will miss me. But in a credit community needs. Or it can be local economies. It has that pow- environmentalism, I’ve discov- coffee. It might cost a dollar union, my money goes into home donated to a charity that helps er every time you reach for your ered the dark sides of products I’d more, but I know the farmers who loans, local businesses, and de- the less fortunate, combats hate, wallet. been blissfully ignorant of — like grew those beans in Ethiopia, velopment I support. or takes action on climate change. Eleanor Greene is the asso- that they come from companies Colombia, or Peru are making Last fall, during the Standing The organization I work for is ciate editor of publications at with no regard for the environ- a wage they can get by on. Fair Rock Sioux Tribe’s fight against trying to build a green economy. Green America. Distributed by ment, or they’re made by people Trade works by paying a premi- the Dakota Access Pipeline, we That means more than trying to OtherWords.org. A Prayer for Advocates for Children, Families dren and strive to be good role models for Fighting for just them are child advocates. Doctors, social A Child Advocate’s Beatitudes workers and others who work with and serve policies and practices (Inspired by Clarence Jordan’s Sermon on the Mount) children are child advocates. Librarians and Blessed are the poor in spirit — who do not measure themselves by By Marian Wright Edelman coaches are child advocates. Political leaders money or worldly power but who ask God for what they need and are Below is a prayer for child advocates. who put children first are child advocates. not mired in pride — for theirs is the kingdom of God. Teachers and school administrators are al- And all are joined by the millions of peo- Blessed are those who mourn — who are concerned about the ways on the front lines advocating for chil- ple, with or without children of their own, needs of children and the poor and others in need who cannot speak dren so maybe one of them could use this today as they who spend time and talent fighting for just policies and for themselves — for they will be comforted. prepare for the new school year. They are not alone. practices that help children and families and all who Blessed are the meek — who do not seek only their own good but Parents and grandparents and all who care for chil- are vulnerable and needy. their neighbors’ too — for they will inherit the earth. Blessed are those who hunger and thirst after righteousness — who do not work for the praise of others or earthly gain or fame and share gladly their talents, energy and money — for they will be filled. Blessed are the merciful — who know they are sinners and are dependent on God’s and others’ forgiveness every minute of every day — for they will receive mercy. Blessed are the pure in heart — who are not hypocrites but who struggle to live what they preach — for they will see God. Blessed are the peacemakers — who do not prepare for war while talking about peace, who do not kill others in order to stop killing, who do not love just those who love them but reach out to make their enemies friends — for they will be called children of God. Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness’ sake — who do not run or waver in the face of criticism, threats, or death — for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are those who speak kindly and not meanly of others — who do not tear down others but build them up for the kingdom’s work and children’s well-being — for they shall receive their reward. Blessed are the just — who do not adhere to the letter of the law and regulations for some but ignore them for others — for they will hear God’s well done.
Marian Wright Edelman is President of the Children’s Defense Fund.
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28 29 30 31 Dream Day, Martin First Scout Camp Thurgood Marshall National Trail Mix Day Luther King Jr. gave Opened, 1934 took a seat on the Educator Maria the ‘I Have a Dream’ Michael Jackson Born, Supreme Court, 1967 Montessori’s Birthday, speech in 1963 1958 1870 Page 16 August 23, 2017 Food Greek Salad Salad INGREDIENTS: • 1 pt. grape or cherry tomatoes, halved • 1 cucumber, thinly sliced into half moons • 1 c. halved kalamata olives • 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced • 3/4 c. crumbled feta DRESSING INGREDIENTS: • 2 tbsp. red wine vinegar • Juice of 1/2 a lemon • 1 tsp. dried oregano • kosher salt • Freshly ground black pepper • 1/4 c. extra-virgin olive oil DIRECTIONS: 1. In a large bowl, stir together tomatoes, cucumber, olives, and red onion. Gently fold in feta. 2. In a small bowl, make dressing: Combine vinegar, lemon juice, and oregano and season with salt and pepper. Slowly add olive oil, whisk- ing to combine. 3. Drizzle dressing over salad.