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GANIGANI(What’s The News?)?? New Black/Brown- National News Briefs The Kenosha, Wis- owned business plants consin police officer who shot Jacob Blake in the its roots on King Drive! back, partially paralyzing him last August, is back on duty. The Kenosha police department explained the officer’s actions were consistent with train- ing. Officer Rusten Sheskey was allowed to resume his work duties on March 31, per a television news report. He had been on ad- ministrative leave since the shoot- ing occurred. “...I know that some will not be pleased with the out- come; however, given the facts, the only lawful and appropriate de- REGGIE cision was made,” said Kenosha Police Chief Daniel Miskinis.Blake was shot during a domestic dis- pute. Video of the shooting went MOORE viral during a summer that already steps down as saw against police vio- Milwaukee na- lence across the nation.—TheGrio MKE’s First Black and tives Michelle director of MKE’s The Windsor, Alfaro (shown Virginia police of- Brown-owned Plant Shop ficer accused of above in front Office of Violence pepper-spraying of store) and Black/Latino U.S. Opens In Bronzeville Mag Rodriquez Prevention Army Second (at right), the co- Lieutenant owners of Maranta He’ll assume a new position Caron Nazario, Maranta Plant Shop, a six-month-old Plant Shop. focusing on violence and has been fired. After the success of the online business, Maranta will Officer Joe Gutierrez, was terminated Milwaukee-based plant pop-up shop is prevention research with the after Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam open for in-store purchases as Milwaukee’s first and Medical College of Wisconsin called for an independent investigation launching its official store. Throughout only Black & Brown-owned plant shop on April 14th, into the disturbing incident that was the fall and winter Maranta focused on 2021 located at 1739 N Doctor Martin Luther King Jr Compiled by MCJ Editorial Staff captured on video. Gutierrez and Offi- Drive. Maranta Plant Shop was founded by Milwau- cer Daniel Crocker are accused of making the experience of discovering Reggie Moore is stepping down as di- pointing their guns at Nazario and kee-natives, Michelle Alfaro and Mag Rodriguez. rector of the city’s Office of Violence using slang to suggest he would be ex- the perfect houseplant accessible and Michelle is a plant lover and herb enthusiast from the Prevention (OVP) to take a position with ecuted for failing to comply with their COVID-safe for everyone. Brew City with five years of experience in caring for commands. Nazario has filed a law- Maranta provided a highly curated selection of plants indoor plants and alternative medicine. Mag Rodriguez the Medical College of Wisconsin’s suit, claiming the officers violated his civil rights when they pulled him over in that were available online for curbside pick up Thurs- is a local creative entrepreneur and currently leads the Comprehensive Injury Center (CIC) di- his newly-bought Chevrolet Tahoe day through Sunday at their Walker’s Point warehouse. (continued on page 3) recting its new office of Violence Pre- SUV last December for having tinted vention Policy and Engagement. windows and no rear license plate in place. A temporary license plate was "Now is the time for me to pass the baton in my visible in their rear window.—TheGrio March Barber of the Month is... role as director of OVP and focus on advancing President Joe this fight at the state and national level," Moore Biden’s police said in a weekend email to city leaders. oversight commis- sion has been put "In this capacity, I will continue to work closely on pause. The with the city’s Office of Violence Prevention White House ex- while also working to advance violence preven- plained that after tion as a public health priority throughout the consulting with na- tional civil rights organizations and state." police unions which claimed the Since 2016, Moore has been director of the commission was not necessary and OVP, whose mission is to reduce violence in Mil- likely redundant. The administration waukee using a public health-based approach, as is shifting its police reform priority to well as providing strategic direction and over- the Justice in Policing Act being signed into law. Susan sight for city efforts to reduce the risk of violence Rice, director of the Domestic Policy Charles Huley (center) was recently given the ‘Barber Blue Cross-Blue Shield and Vivent health are collab- through linked strategies in partnership with gov- Council, said the administration is of the Month’ trophy for referring the most clients and orating to provide in the initiative to support barbers ernment, non-profit, neighborhood, and faith or- working with Congress to enact community members to Gee’s Wellness Clinic. The while giving the barbers a voice as they serve their ganiztions. meaningful police reform that brings monthly award is part of the ‘Barber Initiative,’ a pro- communities and focus on social determinates of Before being appointed by Mayor Tom Barrett urgently needed change. Biden had gram that acknowledges the barber wo works dili- health. With Huley are (left to right): Gaulien ‘Gee’ promised to create a police oversight gently that month in referring the most clients and Smith, owner of Gee’s Clippers; Tanisha Collins of An- to head the OVP, Moore was the head of the Cen- commission during his first 100 days community members to the clinic inside Gee’s Clip- them, Ritchie Martin, and Patricia Wilson of Mason ter for Youth Engagement for three years. in office.--TheGrio pers, located on Martin Luther King Drive. Anthem Temple COGIC.—Photo by Y. Kemp (continued on page 2) People gather In the immediate aftermath of the police last 'How Many Black Kids holding signs and flags before August in Kenosha, the Milwaukee Bucks refused to take the court for Have to Be Killed for No curfew to the their Game five playoff matchup against the Orlando Magic. Other death of Daunte teams and organizations throughout the world soon followed suit, not Freaking Reason?' Wright who was Sports World Reacts to Daunte shot and killed only setting a precedent for unruly police behavior moving forward, but by a police offi- leaving a world in dire need of an escape without professional sports. Wright Shooting cer in Brooklyn Center, Min- On Sunday, yet another un- In response, protests have once “Out of respect for the tragic By Jay Connor nesota on April armed Black man fell victim to a again erupted throughout the events that occurred yesterday in Courtesy of theRoot.com 12. Photo by police shooting. During a traffic country, while the sports world Brooklyn Center, and following Kerem Yucel via stop in the suburb of Brooklyn has offered opinions and reac- the additional details in this The Root Center, Minn., 20-year-old tions of its own. evolving situation, the Daunte Wright was shot and ESPN reports that the Min- Twins have decided it is in the killed by an “accidental dis- nesota Twins, Minnesota Timber- best interest of our fans, staff, charge”—an all too frequent wolves and Minnesota Wild all players and community to not mishap that Black and Brown postponed their games on Mon- play today’s game,” the team folks have come to realize only day. The Twins explained their wrote. “The Minnesota Twins or- applies to us. decision in a statement. (continued on page 2) The Milwaukee Community Journal • April 14, 2021 • Page'How 2 Many Black Kids Have to Be Reggie Moore steps Killed for No Freaking Reason?' down as director of (continued from front page) dangerous. And do these people ganization extends its sympathies want a country or not?” he said. to the family of Daunte Wright.” “Do these people have grandchil- MKE’s Office of The National Basketball Play- dren? ers’ Association also issued a “Do they want their grandchil- (continuedViolence from front page) Prevention statement to The Root in response dren to go to work and go to Moore’s work will be under that of Dr. Terri deRoon Cassini, to the shooting: school and go through these “We mourn the death of Daunte an associate professor at the college and director of the CIC. [mass shooter] drills and worry Wright and pray for his family "Five years ago today, I entered City Hall to take on one of the about being murdered? What and loved ones during this ex- does it take?” biggest challenges facing our city, country, and humanity," said tremely difficult time. He continued, “They care more Moore in his email. "There is no job description that can truly “Our hearts go out to the entire Doc Rivers Gregg Popovich about them than your freaking prepare you for this role. Violence is an intractable problem as community as they trated by all Americans,” he told San Antonio Spurs coach power and your position and your old as civilization itself. Any effort to challenge or prevent that struggle to process this latest Kyle Neubeck of the Philly Gregg Popovich, whose team donors. And with policing, it’s the harm requires a level of vision, focus, and determination to see tragedy together with the ongoing Voice. “You keep hearing this locked arms with the Orlando same damn way. How many trial of .” possibility and pain through the same eyes without losing hope." cancel culture stuff, but we’re Magic prior to Monday’s game, young Black kids have to be New York Yankees center During a news conference announcing his departure earlier in canceling Black lives. To me, also had plenty to say. killed for no freaking reason?” fielder Aaron Hicks was report- the week, Moore called his time at the OVP a “journey,” adding that’s a little more important, in “It just makes you sick to your Pop then called out NBA own- edly so distraught by Wright’s one of the accomplishments he is most proud of is the creation my opinion, and it just keeps hap- stomach,” he said. “How many ers for putting their money be- completely unnecessary shooting of the city’s “Milwaukee Blueprint for Peace,” which looks at pening. We keep making mis- times does it have to happen? As hind the wrong legislators and death that he pulled himself out ways to address the myriad of factors that drive violence in the takes on killing Black people.” sick to our stomachs as we might causes. of the lineup on Monday. He continued, “Other countries feel, that individual is dead! He’s “We need to find out who funds city. Teammate Giancarlo Stanton have done a terrific job. I keep dead! And his family is grieving, these people,” he said. “I want to But considering the physical, emotional and mental toll one considered doing the same, but going back to Germany, I use and his friends are grieving. And know what owners in the NBA faces in a position that puts you face-to-face with the physical ended up playing in the Yankees Germany as a great example. You we just keep moving on as if fund these people who perpetrate and emotional trauma of violence on a daily basis, Moore says 3-1 win. don’t see swastikas, you don’t see nothing is happening.” these lies. Maybe that’s a good one year is more like three. “With all that’s going on in statues of Nazi soldiers all He also pointed the finger at place to start so it’s all transpar- Minneapolis, [Hicks is] having a "It’s been some of the most challenging, but almost some of around, and they don’t say, Donald Trump and the Republi- ent.” tough time right now,” Yankees the most important work that I’ve done in my life. And it’s been ‘That’s cancel culture.’ They say can party for being more con- The days of “shut up and drib- manager Aaron Boone revealed an honor and a privilege to serve my community and, as the that’s improving their culture. I cerned with retaining power than ble” are gone. So I commend before the game. mayor said, I will continue to do that in my role at the Medical think we need to think more on protecting human lives. these athletes for using their plat- “Had a conversation in my of- College (of Wisconsin) with the Comprehensive Injury Center those terms.” “It’s childish. It’s sickening. It’s forms and resources to serve as (CIC) under the leadership of Dr. Terri deRoon-Cassini," said fice and he just felt like it was catalysts for change. best to not be in the starting Moore. "This is an ‘all hands on deck’ effort. Although I am lineup tonight. leaving a role, I am not leaving the movement. And it really is “And I certainly support that an elevation of this movement, both on a state and a national and we’ll and try to rally around level." him the best we can. Obviously, Moore and deRoon-Cassini pointing to recent proposals at the the situation is heartbreaking national level push community investments in violence preven- right now in Minneapolis. And I tion efforts. think it has hit Aaron particularly "From a timing standpoint, this position is supported not only hard.” by the Medical College of Wiconsin but an investment by Ad- Philadephia 76ers coach Doc vancing a Healthier Wisconsin to develop a new division of vi- Rivers, who has always been out- olence prevention within our comprehensive injury center," said spoken on matters related to racial injustice, spoke his mind on deRoon-Cassini. "It’s the right time. Really excited about the im- Monday night. pact that we can continue to have in our partnership with the city, “I think we got to stop saying to elevate the heatlh of residents of our city, as well as having an it’s frustrating for all Black Amer- impact at the state and the national level." icans. I think we should be frus- —Source for this article: Fox6Now.com The Milwaukee Community Journal • April 14, 2021 • Page 3 The kickoff event will feature Customer choosing a plant at Founding Member of speeches by McGruder and Maranta Plant Shop several local leaders, repre- national African American sentatives of the Wisconsin African American To- Tobacco Leadership bacco Prevention Net- Council to Kick-off No work, faith leaders, and will be emceed by media Menthol Sunday efforts personality Vivian King. Carol McGruder The event will also feature a inOn WisconsinFriday, April 16, Carol McGruder, a national leader “Call to Action” from several Wisconsin in tobacco-prevention efforts and co-chair of an organiza- mayors, including Tom Barrett of Milwaukee. tion that filed a complaint against the FDA for not taking They are participating in support of an annual national action to ban menthol, is bringing her message to Wiscon- effort to raise awareness on the impact of menthol tobacco sin. McGruder will join Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes, Secretary use on African Americans. of Health Designee Timberlake and other dignitaries Smoking kills 45,000 African Americans a year and is a to kick off No Menthol Sunday activities in the region. major contributor to their leading causes of death: heart No Menthol Sunday, which takes place on May 16, is an disease, diabetes and cancer. annual event where the faith community and their allies The most commonly used tobacco product among African help spread awareness of the impact of tobacco on Black Americans is menthol cigarettes. In fact, 9 out of 10 Black health, provide support to those trying to quit, and raise smokers in Wisconsin smoke menthol cigarettes, compared awareness on issues related to menthol. to 8 in 10 nationally. No Menthol Sunday is a national day of observance led Menthol is a peppermint flavored anesthetic tobacco by the The Center for Black Health and Equity and sup- companies added to reduce the harshness of cigarettes and ported locally by the Wisconsin African American Tobacco other tobacco products. Maranta Plant Prevention Network. (continued on page 4) Shop opens in

Bronzeville(continued from front page) gener8tor Music program as the Managing Director. “Being Milwaukee’s first Black and Brown-owned plant shop reminds me that we are vessels in this city. We hope Maranta will only add to Bronzeville’s growing and thriving black com- munity which carries such a rich history,” said Michelle Alfaro, cofounder of Maranta. “The Maranta storefront is just the first phase of what we hope to bring to Bronzeville. In just six months we have exceeded our expectations and the abundance of love from Milwaukee has Parks committee advances only motivated us to keep building on our mission,” said Mag Rodriguez, cofounder of Maranta. proposal to eliminate single- Maranta Plant Shop offers the midwest's most diverse and unique selection of plants carefully curated by Michelle and Mag use ‘Forever Plastics’ through various nurseries and distributors from all over the coun- The Committee on Parks, Energy, and Environment unanimously rec- try. Some of their most unique items include: ommended for adoption a proposal • Philodendron Weeks Red Hybrid to phase out single-use plastics and • Licuala Grandis other non-biodegradable products • Monstera Pinnapartita from Milwaukee County facilities • Anthurium Crystallinum and parks. • Alocasia Black Velvet “Eliminating single-use plastics in county-owned facilities is essen- Maranta’s grand opening will be a day for both plant lovers tial in our commitment to sustain- and the larger Milwaukee community to share and celebrate the ability,” said Chairwoman city through COVID-19 safe parameters. Join the Maranta team Nicholson. “It also sets an example for 30% off all houseplants all while practicing social distancing. for our partners across government Maranta will be gifting free plants to the first 25 customers. bodies and in the private sector. The store will be at limited capacity so customers should come “We must all take steps to ensure a clean planet for generations to readyto congregate outside while they wait to pick out their new come.” greenery. The resolution requests that the To learn more about Maranta Plant shop visit their website: County’s Director of Sustainability Marantaplantshop.com draft contract language directing Milwaukee County vendors and contractors to reduce or eliminate single-use plastic and polystyrene foam products in County facilities. Customers urged to This contract language would have to be approved by the County stay connected if they Board. It also sets a goal for the Parks are behind on bills Department to eliminate the provi- We Energies is urging sion of single-use plastic and poly- styrene foam in 2022. customers who are behind “This is about protecting our on their energy bills to planet, which is polluted with plas- contact us as soon as pos- tic,” said Supervisor Shea. “Plastic can take centuries to de- sible to avoid disconnec- grade, and litters our parks, trails, tion. and waterways. We must end our Per the Public Service Commis- dependence on plastic. This resolu- sion of Wisconsin, the state’s resi- tion is a move towards that.” dential disconnection moratorium The proposal was first introduced will expire this Thursday, Apr. 15. Since the beginning of the COVID- in February 2020 by then-County 19 pandemic, we have worked with our customers by offering en- Supervisor Marina Dimitrijevic, hanced payment plans and help with heating assistance. Because of who is now on the Milwaukee Com- our efforts, less than 1% of our customers are at risk for disconnec- mon Council. The item was laid over at the May 2020 Parks Com- tion. mittee meeting. Chairwoman Disconnection is always a last resort Nicholson re-introduced the item If you are behind on your bill, visit we-energies.com or call us at with Supervisor Shea. 800-842-4565. We are here to work with you to arrange a payment “Thank you to my former col- plan and connect you to financial assistance options. leagues on the Milwaukee County Energy assistance is available Board for unanimously approving a Some customers may qualify for energy assistance through the Wis- resolution I authored near the end of consin Home Energy Assistance Program (WHEAP). In response to my term which seeks to eliminate the COVID-19 pandemic, eligibility requirements have been adjusted forever plastics in the county,” said to allow additional customers to receive heating and electric assistance Alderwoman Dimitrijevic. “Our quickly. children and future generations will Simple ways to manage costs benefit from our work to keep our There are many ways to manage your energy costs at home. Visit waterways clean.” our website for a handy checklist. The County Board will consider the resolution on Thursday, April As always, if you have questions about your bill or think you might 22, which is Earth Day. have trouble paying, call us at 800-842-4565. The Milwaukee Community Journal • April 14, 2021 • Page 4

Sen. Baldwin Walking, Yoga Offered On St. Ann Center Grounds WI. Sen. Tammy Baldwin tals such as breathing techniques, stretching and in- Enjoy free refreshments, struction on poses promoting flexibility and balance. walking and yoga sessions Guests are encouraged to bring a lawn chair. supports Senate resolution “After a year of dealing with the pandemic, every- one is looking for a way to get moving,” said St. Ann every Friday in May Center Special Events Director Gloria Miller. “Our recognizing BLACK Ready for a breath of fresh spring air? St. Ann walkways provide a safe, welcoming place for peo- Center for Intergenerational Care invites the com- ple to get their steps in and enjoy some nice spring munity to enjoy Free Refreshment Fridays. weather.” MATERNAL HEALTH WEEK Walk the landscaped pathways at the Bucyrus Visitors must wear face coverings and observe so- Resolution raises national awareness of the state of Campus, 2450 W. North Ave., every Friday in May cial distancing. Minors must be accompanied by an from 10 a.m. to noon. adult, and the fenced-in playground equipment is for Black maternal health in the United States Walkers can enter the grounds from North 25th the nonprofit organization's childcare only. Street and stop at the “Tiki Hut” gazebo for a free The paved walkways, suitable for strollers or WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator ator Booker, and Black Maternal Health Caucus leaders to mark the beginning of Black Maternal drink and a snack, weather permitting. wheelchairs, on the 7.5-acre grounds cover one- Tammy Baldwin has cosponsored a Health Week 2021. On Friday, May 14 and 21, a free chair yoga ses- third-mile, providing a safe and inviting place for Senate Resolution recognizing Black “I am grateful for the leadership of Angela Doyin- sion will be held at the campus’ Indaba Band Shell outdoor exercise. Maternal Health Week, “to bring na- sola Aina and the Black Mamas Matter Alliance at 10 a.m. Certified Yoga Instructor Marquita Ed- For more information, contact Gloria Miller at wards will lead participants in basic yoga fundamen- [email protected] or call (414) 210-2428. tional attention to the maternal health (BMMA) for their vision to establish Black Mater- nal Health Week for the first time four years ago. crisis in the United States and the im- Since then, we’ve made great progress together on portance of reducing maternal mortality behalf of Black mothers across the United States. Founding Member of national African and morbidity among Black women “I look forward to working with BMMA, my col- and birthing persons.” leagues in the Black Maternal Health Caucus, and American Tobacco Leadership Council to Black maternal health champions across the country Black Maternal Health Week is ob- to save lives, end disparities, and achieve true equity kick-off ‘No Menthol Sunday’ efforts in state served from April 11 through April 17. and justice for all,” said Congresswoman Lauren (continued from page 3) that are healthy and just and advocate for a The Menthol additive makes it easier to start “Maternal and infant mortality rates are tragically Underwood (IL-14). healthier future that makes menthol and to- high in Wisconsin, and they are even higher in the Co-founding Executive Director of Black Mamas and harder to quit, and although African Amer- bacco-related disease a thing of the past. Black community. We need to do more to raise Matter Alliance, Angela Doyinsola Aina, said, “We icans start smoking at a later age and smoke awareness about this crisis and do more to improve are so excited to have the support of Representative The national day of observance is being less, they are more likely to die from tobacco Black maternal health,” said Senator Baldwin. Adams, Representative Underwood, and Senator recognized locally through proclamations use, according to the Centers for Disease Con- “I believe we need to comprehensively address Booker for the introduction of this year’s Black Ma- from the State of Wisconsin, the City of Mil- every dimension of the Black maternal health crisis ternal Health Week Resolution. trol. and that is why I am proud to support the Black Ma- Since 2018, each year this resolution helps to waukee and Milwaukee County. No Menthol Tobacco companies have historically tar- ternal Health Momnibus legislation we introduced grow awareness of the experience Black birthing Sunday activities are also taking place in Be- geted menthol products to communities of earlier this year.” people face before, during, and after birth. The stag- loit, Madison, Racine, Kenosha and Wal- The Black Maternal Health Week legislation was gering statistics of maternal mortality and morbidity, color. worth County this year. introduced by Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ) and of which Black women experience among the high- In Wisconsin, the smoking rate for African- Representatives Alma Adams (NC-12) and Lauren est in the nation are still the reality. Faith leaders will be encouraging their con- Americans is 26%, nearly double that of the Underwood (IL-14). During this week, we take time to remember the gregations and communities to support one state’s general adult population (16%). “As it stands, the United States has the highest Black women lost due to pregnancy-related and as- another in escaping tobacco addiction and maternal mortality rate of all developed nations, a sociated complications, yet also uplift the leaders The theme of No Menthol Sunday 2021 is crisis that puts Black birthing people especially at and Black-led organizations working to change fu- observe the role of menthol and other flavors “A New Day,” and represents a renewed op- risk,” said Senator Booker. ture outcomes for Black Mamas and their babies.” in activities leading up to No Menthol Sun- portunity to build tobacco-free communities “By taking meaningful steps to address the dis- The resolution is endorsed by over 120 organiza- day on May 16th. parities in maternal and infant health outcomes, we tions, including Black Mamas Matter Alliance, Na- can save lives. That is why I am incredibly proud to tional Birth Equity Collaborative, Center for be working alongside Representatives Alma Adams Reproductive Rights, March of Dimes, Planned Par- and Lauren Underwood in introducing the 2021 enthood Federation of America, American Public Black Maternal Health Week resolution recognizing Health Association, National Urban League, and the week of April 11 to April 17 as Black Maternal Ancient Song Doula Services. You can find the full Health Week and compelling us to act to confront list of endorsing organizations here. this crisis that is killing American mothers.” In February, Senator Baldwin cosponsored the “Our yearly Black Maternal Health Week resolu- Black Maternal Health Momnibus Act of 2021. The tion says, unequivocally, that Black Moms matter,” legislation makes investments in social determinants said Congresswoman Adams, co-founder and co- of health, community-based organizations, the chair of the Black Maternal Health Caucus. “Since growth and diversification of the perinatal work- the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, we have force, data collection and quality measure improve- seen all too clearly the racial and ethnic disparities ments, digital tools like telehealth, and innovative in health care. payment models. In addition to direct efforts to im- Black Americans were one of the hardest hit com- prove Black maternal health outcomes, the Mom- munities during this pandemic, and Black and His- nibus focuses on high-risk populations, including panic mothers accounted for a majority of women veterans, incarcerated women, and Native COVID-19 cases among pregnant women in the Americans. United States. The legislation includes Senator Baldwin’s Peri- That is why it is so important for us to raise aware- natal Workforce Act, which establishes grant pro- ness of Black Maternal Health Week and the mater- grams to increase the number of maternity care nal mortality and morbidity epidemic Black mothers providers and non-clinical perinatal health workers face, and urge our Congressional and state leaders who offer culturally congruent support to women to take action on one of the greatest public health throughout their pregnancies, labor and delivery, crises of our time.” and the postpartum period. “I am proud to join Congresswoman Adams, Sen-

dance. Here’s what they found: Brewers rank #11 MLB lost an estimated $2,474,793,849 during the 2020 season due to no live attendance. for MLB revenue The top 10 teams with the largest revenue losses account for more than half of the overall league losses during losses, accounting for more than $1.3 billion in league live attendance revenue losses. The Milwaukee Brewers ranked #11 for revenue COVID-19With all 30 MLB ballparks allowing fans into losses during the 2020 season with an estimated the stands in some capacity this 2021 Major loss of $87,992,323. League Baseball season, a new report looked back The Brewers had an average loss per game of at the 2020 season to examine revenue loss across $1,086,309. MLB. The teams with the largest estimated revenue Penn Bets estimated MLB revenue losses dur- losses during the 2020 season: 1. Los Angeles ing the 2020 season for all 30 MLB teams based Dodgers 2. Chicago Cubs 3. Boston Red Sox 4. on average ticket price data and attendance figures New York Yankees 5. Houston Astros. from 2019, the last season MLB had full atten- The Milwaukee Community Journal • April 14, 2021 • Page 5 QUOTEQUOTE OFOF THETHE WEEKWEEK “DON’T COUNT THE DAYS. MAKE THE DAYS COUNT!” PERSPECTIVESPERSPECTIVESPERSPECTIVESPERSPECTIVES —Muhammad Ali “If life was fair, your parents would have thrown you out of the house when youWith were 15, and Age chances are Comesyou would have a police Wisdom record for the crime you didn't think was so significant at the time. It was, however, a crime.” Now that I've achieved sub-chieftain status, I'm experienced enough to re- posite mine, mainly if they are sincere. Of course, when racism and covert My mother, sister, brother, and uncle are ministers. Many of their views alize that age doesn't necessarily guarantee wisdom. agendas enter into the equation, it's a different matter. As one of my mentors, may be considered conservative, as are some of mine. I believe the nuclear - That Godly gift is the culmination of observations, trial and error, and cor- Polly Williams was fond of saying, 'no permanent friends or permanent ene- family is the foundation of Black America, and I don't have a problem with .rected mistakes. It is also a byproduct of two African adages: mies, just permanent issues.' a moment of reflection and wisdom in public/government schools. 'Do not look where you fell, but where you slipped.' And to clarify, Chief Howard Fuller explained when criticized for playing Prayer has never been the problem of Black America; lack of prayer is an- - And, 'By the time a fool has learned the game, the players have dispersed.' the political game by our own rules, 'I may be temporarily in bed with them, other subject. In other words, I rather see our children praying than be preyed n You don't achieve wisdom just because you age. I'm sure you know many but I never get under the covers.' upon. rold fools, close-minded elderly, and seniors who haven't figured out that doing Though the 20-year run of Sunday Insight with Charles Sykes came to an I don't want the government in my bedroom or bathroom, for that matter. I -the same things over and over has not affected the desired results. But they end several years ago, many people continue to identify me with it and asked just read that both Democrats and Republicans want to expand powers to lis- grefuse to step off the platform of stupidity because they think standing above why I didn't go off on Charlie more often or drop-kick Black conservative ten in on our phone calls. Big brother is real, y'all, and he works for both the crowd means they accomplished something. James T. Harris during our television debates. parties.

There is no template for wisdom. That's why some older folks acquire pa- The answer for both (except for the time James called a Conversely, I support affirmative action--with quotas-- reparations and the -tience, while others, like me, are tired of waiting. Some seniors can ignore Black Messiah, and they had to repeat the segment) is that opinions are like fundamental principles of Black Nationalism. nstupidity (which is the abuse of knowledge and not be confused with igno- guiding angels. Everybody has one, even if they don't listen to them. What does that make me? A moderate? Or someone open-minded, prag- rrance). At the same time, I feel a compulsion to correct, particularly if it's a And while many Black folks didn't like Charlie's utterance of negative as- matic and wise enough not to lump everything into one political or ideological subject I'm well versed in. pects of Black life, he was a well-researched journalist who knew his stuff. box. r Growing older doesn't necessarily mean you'll get wiser, but if you stay And as an individual, I liked him. His analysis made me stronger, more acute, Age has certainly taught me that if you learn to use your eyes and ears more -awake during all of the actual life classes, you're sure to earn a bachelor's de- and more accountable. than your mouth, life will teach you many valuable lessons. rgree in lifelong lessons. James saw the world through different prisms. It would be redundant and You learn not to hold grudges (too long) and never to spit into a strong Some community elders learn to accept the inevitable. Others, like me, will disingenuous to dislike him because he believed Black America's blind alle- wind. You conclude that Heaven is not going to be a crowded place, and it tcontinue to throw rocks at the castle wall until our arms grow weary. And giance to Democrats has not resulted in empowerment or eradicating the so- really doesn't matter if the chicken or the egg came first. then I plan to kick it. cial ills that plague us. Skies get bluer as you get older, and the moonlight is more omnipotent.

Age does, however, force you to accept the fact that life isn't fair for the James also believed you can't serve two masters—God and a political party You also learn to appreciate seasonal changes, even though the older I get, wise. That comes to the caveat that you probably wouldn't want it to be. with origins in maintaining slavery. the more I find snow a significant inconvenience. If life was fair, the IRS probably would have audited you by now, you'd Moreover, if truth be told, there is substance to his assumption that African I'm not among those who say midlife is the best time of my life, but it does probably have a felony on your record from some foolish thing you did as a Americans (at least those over 40) are socially conservative but politically signal a new chapter, one filled with greater understanding and appreciation teenager, and you would be today paying the penalty for all of the unfulfilled liberal. promises. (continued on page 7) If life was fair, your parents would have thrown you out of the house when you were 15, and chances are you would have a police record for the crime Racism in milwaukee you didn't think was so significant at the time. It was, however, a crime. Thank God life isn't fair. During the aging process, I learned that nobody is perfect, and we have to accept people's imperfections and their attributes. a shout out to whites It also taught me that sometimes good people do positive things for the wrong reason and bad things for reasons that seemed like a good idea at the time. It's taught me that not all men who claim to be 'called by God’ had unlisted By Tom Jenz numbers. That you are indeed lucky if you have one lifelong friend, and that if we The year 2020 saw the wake up every morning thinking that this could possibly be your last, you'll experience the most crucial lesson God offers mankind. largest percentage increase Life's most important lessons are learned from mistakes; an imam from the in homicides in American local NOI mosque once told me 'to stumble is to fall forward faster.' That has been a lifelong lesson. history. was up But you'll learn only if you recognize your error. The real lesson is that you'll never know or appreciate the heat unless nearly 37% in large and you've suffered from prolonged exposure to the cold. The years have taught me not to take criticism personally (depending on medium-size cities, 95% in the source, of course) and keep personalities out of debates, particularly po- litical ones. Milwaukee. Equally important, I've learned to respect, if not accept, people's opinions, At least 2,000 more Americans, most of even if they are diametrically opposite my own. them Black, were killed in 2020 than in 2019. I've learned to agree to disagree and to state my position with conviction “This is a picture of a celebration by the Faith Out- in the hopes that logic will prevail. In Milwaukee, some government offi- At the same time, only a fool listens with his mouth in motion. cials and political leaders attribute the reach Church on Center Street. Pastor Ken Hughes That said, I don't get mad at conservatism, nor do I expel Black conserva- welcomed me as a white man to attend.”—Tom Jenz tives from the African American family because their ideology may be op- blame for violence to Covid isolation, the closing of schools and businesses. There of hopelessness that pervades some neigh- is no documented proof for these asser- Making A Difference borhoods. Hopelessness leads to anger tions. Who is trying to make a difference? I which can lead to violence. When we face a crisis, it is human na- can name a few, some I’ve gotten to know. ture to want to blame something, some- Since 1980, Victor Barnett has headed Inherited Prejudices body, some group, some statistic. Running Rebels, which is dedicated to Colum McCann, who writes about these For many years, the central city’s infra- helping inner city youth grow into respon- issues in his literary fiction, said, “People structure has been in decline. When living sible adults. ask why so much lawbreaking, crime, and and economic conditions get worse, Last year, Running Rebels worked with dysfunction in the inner cities? Because poverty invades, fear blooms, and lawless- 3,000 young people from seven Milwau- of shame, anger, humiliation, frustration, ness stretches the graph. Accusations fly, kee Public Schools. The staff does pre- loss of pride.” and words can incite and even lead to vi- ventive work, interventions, and on the He could be talking about Milwaukee’s olence. ground community engagement. isolated Black people whose lives feel But statistics do not account for the law- Then, there is Vaun Mayes, perhaps the pinched and anxious. abiding residents who live in troubled most well known Black activist in the cen- In his seminal book, On The Origin of neighborhoods and suffer through crimi- tral city. In 2012, Mayes started Program Inequality, Rousseau, the great 18th cen- nal activity, domestic violence, and gang The Parks to help teens in his area de- tury French philosopher, wrote, “Preju- culture. escalate their conflicts in Sherman Park. dices are inherited and learned attitudes Those voices rarely get heard. If you are His organization, Community Task Force that make social norms seem normal.” white, suburban, or rural, think about your Milwaukee, now provides meals, activi- Rousseau’s mission was to expose the un- own safe neighborhood. Then, put your- ties, and guidance to teens growing up on reconciled conflicts that make human life self in the neighborhood in the segregated the streets and often without direction. so difficult. zip code 53206. It is a an aquarium at- Vaun Mayes is often the first on the scene Which brings me to racism or systemic mosphere of confinement, even danger. of those in need. racism, the current phrase in the news. I’ve covered Milwaukee’s central city Tory Lowe is a one-man show, and his Systemic racism means the unfair prac- for a while, speaking with residents, peo- performance is about helping the victims tices, policies and procedures of institu- ple on the streets, beat cops, even drug of domestic violence. For over ten years, tions and corporations that produce dealers and gang members. Tory has been tireless in his task. inequitable outcomes for Black people. Milwaukee newspapers, TV news, and He told me, “The inner city residents These include expressions of discrimi- Public Radio all lean progressive in their want safety, want a better education, want nation, stereotyping, or ignorance. Forg- reporting, and they consistently show sup- to live a good life. I handle maybe 80% ing a coherent society out of people who port for . of the victims’ families, try to help them.” are different in their origins is a large proj- But they rarely cover the lives of peace- Why are these leaders making progress? ect. able residents. The government represen- Because they come from the central city, Yet America’s capacity for absorption is tatives who serve these downtrodden grew up there, cover the streets, under- exceptional. How can we Americans as- districts certainly show empathy yet still stand the culture, and are highly respected similate into a range of standard values, struggle to explain the bad conditions or by residents. behaviors, aspirations, ambitions? We where to attribute blame. They all agree on the underlying feeling (continued on page 7) The Milwaukee Community Journal • April 14, 2021 • Page 6

LEGALSSUMMONS Dated:& 3-19-2021CLASSIFIEDS•LEGALSThe response must be sent or deliv- NAME CHANGE HEARING &NOTICECLASSIFIEDS AND ORDER FOR HEAR PETITION (PUBLICATION) BY THE COURT: ered to the court at: Clerk of Court, Case No. 21CV001316 NAME CHANGE HEARING FOR ADMINISTRATION AND STATE OF WISCONSIN HON. WILLIAM S POCAN Milwaukee County Courthouse 901 Case No. 21CV001487 DEADLINE CIRCUIT COURT Circuit Court Judge N 9th St Milwaukee WI 53233. In the matter of the name change of: FOR FILING CLAIMS MILWAUKEE COUNTY 039/3-31/4-7-14-2021 KAITLYN DOROTHY VOSPER In the matter of the name change of: (FORMAL ADMINISTRATION) NOTICE AND ORDER FOR The response must also be mailed By (Petitioner) KAITLYN CHASTITY LANETTE SHEFFA Case No. 2020PR001699 NAME CHANGE HEARING SUMMONS or delivered within 20 days to the DOROTHY VOSPER Case No. 21CV1440 (PUBLICATION) petitioner at the address above. NOTICE IS GIVEN: STATE OF WISCONSIN NOTICE IS GIVEN: A petition was filed asking to IN THE MATTER OF THE ES- In the matter of the name change of: CIRCUIT COURT It is recommended, but not required A petition was filed asking to change the name of the person TATE OF: CYNTHIA A SPREDE- KeNosha Chante’ Ward MILWAUKEE COUNTY that you have an attorney help or change the name of the person listed above: MAN DOD: September 24, 2019 NOTICE AND ORDER FOR represent you. listed above: From: CHASTITY LANETTE A Petition for Formal Administra- NOTICE IS GIVEN: NAME CHANGE HEARING FROM: KAITLYN DOROTHY SHEFFA To: CHASTITY LAN- tion was filed. A petition was filed asking to Case No. 2021CV001552 If you do not provide a proper re- VOSPER TO: KEATON DAIRINN ETTE IVERY change the name of the person sponse within 20 days, the court VOSPER-MAKER Birth Certificate: CHASTITY LAN- THE COURT FINDS: listed above: In the matter of the name change of: may grant judgment against you and Birth Certificate: KAITLYN ETTE IVERY JAMISON The decedent, with date of birth From: KeNosha Chante’ Ward To: LAWANDA KAI GARDNER you may lose your right to object to DOROTHY VOSPER 01/29/1965 and date of death Tru D’Vine Ward MISHLOVE anything that is or may be incorrect IT IS ORDERED 09/24/2019 was domiciled in Mil- Birth Certificate: KENOSHA in the Petition. This petition will be heard in the waukee County, State of Wisconsin, CHANTE’ WARD NOTICE IS GIVEN: IT IS ORDERED Circuit Court of Milwaukee County, with a mailing address of 3739 A petition was filed asking to A judgment may be enforced as This petition will be heard in the State of Wisconsin. South Packard Avenue, Milwaukee, IT IS ORDERED change the name of the person provided by law. A judgment may Circuit Court of Milwaukee County, Judge’s Name: HON. CHRISTO- WI 53235. This petition will be heard in the listed above: become a lien against any real es- State of Wisconsin. PHER R FOLEY BR 14 Hearing Circuit Court of Milwaukee County, From: LAWANDA KAI GARD- tate you own now or in the future Judge’s Name: HON. LAURA will take place by phone please call THE COURT ORDERS: State of Wisconsin. NER MISHLOVE To: KAI YAEL and may also be enforced by gar- GRAMLING PEREZ RM 404 VIA the Court at (414) 278-4582 at the 1. The Petition be heard at Judge’s Name: HON. CHRISTO- LUANDA GARDNER nishment or seizure of property. ZOOM PLACE: 901 N. 9th Street, date and time of hearing. PLACE: the Milwaukee County Courthouse, PHER R FOLEY BR 14 Hearing MISHLOVE Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 53233 901 N. 9th Street, Milwaukee, Wis- 901 North 9th St. Milwaukee Wis- will take place by phone please call Birth Certificate: LAWANDA Date: 2-12-2021 DATE: APRIL 28, 2021 TIME 2:30 consin, 53233 DATE: May 7, 2021 consin, Room Via Zoom/teleconfer- the Court at (414) 278-4582 at the GARDNER BY: DEBBIE ROSADO P.M. TIME 9:00 A.M. ence, interested parties should date and time of hearing. PLACE: 9836 W. Edgerton Avenue contact petitioning attorney for 901 N. 9th Street, Milwaukee, Wis- IT IS ORDERED Hales Corner WI 53130 IT IS FURTHER ORDERED: IT IS FURTHER ORDERED: more information before Circuit consin, 53233 DATE: May 5, 2021 This petition will be heard in the 043/4-7-14-21-2021 Notice of this hearing shall be given Notice of this hearing shall be given Court Judge /Circuit Court Com- TIME 1:30 P.M. Circuit Court of Milwaukee County, by publication as a Class 3 notice by publication as a Class 3 notice missioner Patrice Baker on MAY State of Wisconsin. SUMMONS for three (3) weeks in a row prior to for three (3) weeks in a row prior to 25, 2021 at 2:15 p.m. IT IS FURTHER ORDERED: Judge’s Name: HON. LINDSEY (PUBLICATION) the date of the hearing in the Mil- the date of the hearing in the Mil- You do not need to appear unless Notice of this hearing shall be given GRADY RM 402 PLACE: 901 N. STATE OF WISCONSIN waukee Community Journal, a waukee Community Journal, a you object. The petition may be by publication as a Class 3 notice 9th Street, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, CIRCUIT COURT newspaper published in Milwaukee newspaper published in Milwaukee granted if there is no objection. for three (3) weeks in a row prior to 53233 DATE: MAY 14, 2021 MILWAUKEE COUNTY County, State of Wisconsin. County, State of Wisconsin. 2. The deadline for filing the the date of the hearing in the Mil- TIME: 9:30 A.M. NOTICE AND ORDER FOR Dated: 3-5-2021 Dated: 3-24-2021 claim against the decedent’s estate waukee Community Journal, a NAME CHANGE HEARING BY THE COURT: BY THE COURT: is May 31, 2021. newspaper published in Milwaukee IT IS FURTHER ORDERED: Case No. 21CV001513 HON. LAURA GRAMLING HON. CHRISTOPHER R FOLEY 3. A claim may be filed at the County, State of Wisconsin. Notice of this hearing shall be given PEREZ Circuit Court Judge Milwaukee County Courthouse, 901 Dated: 3-24-2021 by publication as a Class 3 notice In the matter of the name change of: Circuit Court Judge 047/4-14-21-28-2021 North 9th St., Milwaukee Wiscon- BY THE COURT: for three (3) weeks in a row prior to ERICA JEAN REBIGER 042/4-7-14-21-2021 sin, Room 207. HON. CHRISTOPHER R FOLEY the date of the hearing in the Mil- By (Petitioner) ERICA JEAN RE- STATE OF WISCONSIN 4. Heirship will be deter- Circuit Court Judge waukee Community Journal, a BIGER STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT mined at the hearing on petition for 038/3-31/4-7-14-2021 newspaper published in Milwaukee CIRCUIT COURT MILWAUKEE COUNTY final judgement. County, State of Wisconsin. NOTICE IS GIVEN: MILWAUKEE COUNTY SMALL CLAIMS 5. Publication of this notice is SUMMONS Dated: 3-31-2021 A petition was filed asking to SMALL CLAIMS PUBLICATION notice to any persons whose names (PUBLICATION) BY THE COURT: change the name of the person PUBLICATION SUMMONS or addresses are unknown. STATE OF WISCONSIN HON. LINDSEY GRADY listed above: SUMMONS Case No. 2021SC002995 If you require reasonable accommo- CIRCUIT COURT Circuit Court Judge From: ERICA JEAN REBIGER to: Case No. 2021SC002995 dations due to a disability to partici- MILWAUKEE COUNTY 041/4-7-14-21-2021 KEVYN VESPER BEAUREGARD To: JAMAL WASHINGTON 3750 pate in the court process, please call NOTICE AND ORDER FOR Birth Certificate: ERICA JEAN RE- To: JAMAL WASHINGTON 3750 N MILWAUKEE W88TH STREET (414) 278-4444 prior to the sched- NAME CHANGE HEARING SUMMONS the BIGER N 88TH STREET MILWAUKEE MILWAUKEE WI 53222 uled court date. Please note the Case No. 2021CV001580 (PUBLICATION) WI 53222 court does not provide transporta- STATE OF WISCONSIN IT IS ORDERED You are being sued by Plaintiff tion. In the matter of the name change of: CIRCUIT COURT This petition will be heard in the You are being sued by Plaintiff AU- CORINE S WILSON in the Small YVONNE AUSTIN MILWAUKEE COUNTY Circuit Court of Milwaukee County, GUST RUTTEN in the Small Claims Court for Milwaukee Date: 4-7-2021 WITHOUT MINOR CHILDREN State of Wisconsin. Claims Court for Milwaukee County, Milwaukee County Court- BY: ATTORNEY CHRISTOPHER NOTICE IS GIVEN: DIVORCE 40101 Judge’s Name: HON. PEDRO County, Milwaukee County Court- house Courtroom 400, 901 N. Ninth J KOPPES A petition was filed asking to Case No. 21FA000764 COLON BR. 18 RM 412/VIA house Courtroom 400, 901 N. Ninth St Milwaukee WI 53233. A hearing Bar Number 1072178 change the name of the person ZOOM PLACE: 901 N. 9th Street, St Milwaukee WI 53233. A hearing will be held at 8:30 A.M./1:30 P.M. 138 Hospital Drive, Suite 100 listed above: In Re: The marriage of Petitioner: Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 53233 will be held at 8:30 A.M./1:30 P.M. on APRIL 26, 2021 before a Small Watertown, WI 53098 From: YVONNE AUSTIN To: DEBBIE ROSADO 9836 W. Edger- DATE: May 6, 2021 TIME 9:00 on MAY 10, 2021 before a Small Claims Commissioner. If you do not (920) 261-7626 Dy’mond Yvonne Austin ton Avenue Hales Corner WI 53130 A.M. Claims Commissioner. If you do not appear, a judgment may be given to 045/4-14-21-28-2021 Birth Certificate: YVONNE and Respondent: CHRISTINE M appear, a judgment may be given to the person suing you. A copy of the AUSTIN KORDASIEWICZ 9836 W. Edger- IT IS FURTHER ORDERED: the person suing you. A copy of the claim has been mailed to the ad- ton Avenue Hales Corner WI 53130 Notice of this hearing shall be given claim has been mailed to the ad- dress above. The IT IS ORDERED by publication as a Class 3 notice dress above. This petition will be heard in the THE STATE OF WISCONSIN, TO for three (3) weeks in a row prior to Dated this 14th day of March 2021. Circuit Court of Milwaukee County, THE PERSON NAMED ABOVE the date of the hearing in the Mil- Dated this 24th day of March 2021. CORINE S WILSON newspaper State of Wisconsin. AS RESPONDENT: waukee Community Journal, a AUGUST RUTTEN 2450 N SHERMAN BLVD Judge’s Name: HON. WILLIAM S You are notified that your spouse newspaper published in Milwaukee 3028 W NATIONAL AVE Milwaukee WI 53210 with its finger POCAN RM 401 PLACE: 901 N. has filed a lawsuit or other legal ac- County, State of Wisconsin. Milwaukee WI 53215 (414) 416-3882 9th Street, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, tion against you. The Petitioner Dated: 3-16-2020 (218) 535-1894 048/4-14-21-28-2021 mon the 53233 DATE: APRIL 30, 2021 which is attached states the nature BY THE COURT: 049/4-14-21-28-2021 TIME: 8:45 A.M. and basis of the legal action. HON. PEDRO COLON SUMMONS Circuit Court Judge SUMMONS (PUBLICATION) PULSE IT IS FURTHER ORDERED: Within 20 days of receiving the 040/4-7-14-21-2021 (PUBLICATION) STATE OF WISCONSIN ofc your Notice of this hearing shall be given Summons, you must provide a writ- STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT by publication as a Class 3 notice ten response, as that term is used in SUMMONS CIRCUIT COURT MILWAUKEE COUNTY for three (3) weeks in a row prior to ch. 802, Wis. Stats., to the Petition. (PUBLICATION) MILWAUKEE COUNTY ORDER SETTING TIME TO the date of the hearing in the Mil- The Court may reject or disregard a STATE OF WISCONSIN community!j waukee Community Journal, a response that does not follow the re- CIRCUIT COURT newspaper published in Milwaukee quirements of the statues. MILWAUKEE COUNTY County, State of Wisconsin. NOTICE AND ORDER FOR The Milwaukee Community Journal • April 14, 2021 • Page 7 SUMMONS Judge’s Name: HON. HANNAH In the matter of the name change of: the date of the hearing in the Mil- listed above: Circuit Court Judge (PUBLICATION) DUGAN BR 31 PLACE: 901 N. NICOLE LYNN KILBURG waukee Community Journal, a From: ZAVION ISMAEL MEN- 046/4-14-21-28-2021 STATE OF WISCONSIN 9th Street, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, By (Petitioner) NICOLE LYNN newspaper published in Milwaukee DOZA To: ZAVION ELIJAH

CIRCUIT COURT 53233 DATE: MAY 12, 2021 TIME KILBURG County, State of Wisconsin. MENDOZA

MILWAUKEE COUNTY 9:00 A.M. Dated: 4-8-2020 Birth Certificate: ZAVION IS-

NOTICE AND ORDER FOR NOTICE IS GIVEN: BY THE COURT: MAEL MENDOZA

NAME CHANGE HEARING IT IS FURTHER ORDERED: A petition was filed asking to HON. PEDRO COLON Place your

Case No. 21CV001167 Notice of this hearing shall be given change the name of the person Circuit Court Judge IT IS ORDERED

by publication as a Class 3 notice listed above: 050/4-14-21-28-2021 This petition will be heard in the

In the matter of the name change of: for three (3) weeks in a row prior to From: NICOLE LYNN KILBURG Circuit Court of Milwaukee County, legal or

EMILY CLAIRE WIENSCH the date of the hearing in the Mil- to: NICOLE LIN KILBURG SUMMONS State of Wisconsin.

By (Petitioner) EMILY CLAIRE waukee Community Journal, a Birth Certificate: NICOLE LYNN (PUBLICATION) Judge’s Name: HON. KEVIN E

WIENSCH newspaper published in Milwaukee KILBURG STATE OF WISCONSIN MARTENS BR 27 PLACE: 901 N. classified County, State of Wisconsin. CIRCUIT COURT 9th Street, Room 403 ***TO BE

NOTICE IS GIVEN: Dated: 4-14-2021 IT IS ORDERED MILWAUKEE COUNTY HELD VIA ZOOM*** Milwaukee,

A petition was filed asking to BY THE COURT: This petition will be heard in the NOTICE AND ORDER FOR Wisconsin, 53233 DATE: JUNE 1, ad HERE, change the name of the person HON. HANNAH DUGAN Circuit Court of Milwaukee County, NAME CHANGE HEARING 2021 TIME 2:00 P.M. listed above: Circuit Court Judge State of Wisconsin. Case No. 21CV000771

FROM: EMILY CLAIRE WIEN- 044/4-14-21-28-2021 Judge’s Name: HON. PEDRO IT IS FURTHER ORDERED:

SCH TO: DEVON EVERETT COLON BR. 18 RM 412/VIA In the matter of the name change of: Notice of this hearing shall be given in YOUR

SWIDER WIENSCH SUMMONS ZOOM PLACE: 901 N. 9th Street, ZAVION ISMAEL MENDOZA by publication as a Class 3 notice

Birth Certificate: EMILY CLAIRE (PUBLICATION) Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 53233 By (Petitioner) JOEY MANUEL for three (3) weeks in a row prior to

WIENSCH STATE OF WISCONSIN DATE: May 27, 2021 TIME 9:15 MENDOZA the date of the hearing in the Mil- MIlwaukee CIRCUIT COURT A.M. By (Co-Petitioner) MAHOGANY waukee Community Journal, a

MILWAUKEE COUNTY PANETTE AVERY newspaper published in Milwaukee

IT IS ORDERED NOTICE AND ORDER FOR IT IS FURTHER ORDERED: County, State of Wisconsin. Community This petition will be heard in the NAME CHANGE HEARING Notice of this hearing shall be given NOTICE IS GIVEN: Dated: 3-17-2021

Circuit Court of Milwaukee County, Case No. 21CV1900 by publication as a Class 3 notice A petition was filed asking to BY THE COURT:

State of Wisconsin. for three (3) weeks in a row prior to change the name of the person HON. KEVIN E MARTENS

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(continued from page 5) Withof things you tookAge for granted Comes in your earlier years. Wisdom If you're among that group who pays attention during life classes, you'll find getting older often means you have very little (if any) tolerance for in- tolerance, prejudice, and stupidity. I've lived by the adage that knowledge is power, the absence of knowledge is ignorance, and the abuse of knowledge is stupidity. I've been forced to accept the wisdom of the serenity prayer, although I also find truth in the poem about how a tiny footprint in the sand can change the course of the mighty ocean. I admit I used to get livid when Black people didn't vote, participate in civil rights activities, or referred to each other as niggers (n-word). And it still frus- trates the hell out of me. But age has taught me that freedom isn't free, most Black people are still brainwashed, and progress is a long time coming when people move in slow motion or play by other people's rules (“By the time a fool has learned the game, the players have dispersed”- Ashanti Proverb). But a change is coming because it is the universal paradigm and life's only constant. Unfortunately for Black Americans, God is doing unto us what he did to the Hebrews, and for the same reason. The only difference is instead of wan- dering 40 years in the wilderness, our penalty is 400 years in stagnation. How else to explain it? In my five decades on this earth, I’ve traveled to more countries than I can remember, and participation in a war across the ocean and one on these shores (the Civil Rights Movement) has enabled me to see life through a prism of experiences few are privy to. I've come to the conclusion that people are intrinsically different but es- sentially the same. Even with the false concept of racism, people of different hues share similar wants, needs, and desires. The lifelong quest of most people is for power, followed by security and finally affection/respect. Often, those elements are transversed, depending on your upbringing and social status. Maturity has taught me that politics was never intended to solve the world's problems but instead to advance agendas. Thus, no political party really has the answer (and isn't really looking for one, but is motivated by power). As a result, little of what they do will affect the man on the bottom. Age teaches you to take life with a grain of salt and assume the rest of the shaker is being used for their hidden agendas, political promises, and quick fixes to long-standing social problems. You’ll need a bucket of pepper when a missionary group champions a Black cause, because they are not about empowering the poor, but placating them. Lastly, age has comforted me with the reality of one of Rev. John McVicker's favorite musings: "The only way to get through it is to go through it." Or, as Winston Churchill, considered by the British to be a great leader— albeit a renowned bigot-- once scribed, 'if you find yourself walking through hell, keep walking.' Hopefully, Heaven is at the end of that journey. Hotep.

Racism in MKE: A shout(continued from page out 5) to Whites cannot imagine the harm we are doing by not listening to one another. We have built walls in our minds. We build up guilt or disappointment that nothing ever happens, that humans are flawed and selfish. Is it possible to feel responsible for each other’s ethnic people? To get past our implicit biases, we might try to speak openly about them. Talk to folks from different social, racial and ethnic groups. Uncomfortable conversations help address prejudices and even overcome fears. Here is a profound poem by the renowned Black writer Langston Hughes: “I live on a park bench You, Park Avenue Hell of a distance Between us two.” For many of you white residents in suburbia and the downtown condos, may I suggest you sit down on the park bench now and then. At first, it may seem uncomfortable, but if you sit with dis- comfort, you are making progress. —Tom Jenz is a Milwaukee journalist whose work has ap- pears in numerous local newspapers and online. He writes on Black Lives Matter and Milwaukee's central city residents and leaders. The Milwaukee Community Journal • April 14, 2021 • Page 8