WWW.MOREHOl ¡SE.EDI /ìTIEMAROON TIGER Vol. LXXXI. Issue II THE MAROON TIGER Morehouse College . Atlanta, GA November 29 - December 6, 2006 The Organ of Student Expression Since 1925 New journalism program arrives at Morehouse Chad Sanders Contributing Writer Csander 1 @students. morehouse. edu orehouse Col lege has recently become the home of a new Journalism and MSports Program. Spike Lee, accompanied by a number of influential and powerful names in sports journalism, discussed the innovative program during a panel on Nov. 14 in the Bank of America Auditorium in the Leadership Center. Lee, one of the world’s renowned August 18, 2008 filmmakers of the era, and an avid sports spike Lee fan, led the panel in describing the intentions of the program and answering questions Morehouse college $325,000, from the audience. He explained that the Journalism & Sports Proofam J purpose of the program would be to train young black writers at Morehouse College Three Hundred Twenty fíne TnoMsnjggggfl Mg!». and cross-registered students from Spelman College and Clark Atlanta University in the trade of journalistic writing. The panel included David Cummings, a 1989 Morehouse College communications graduate and Senior Deputy Editor of ESPN 4i* i;0 i ¿ iOE »êbS Magazine, as well as, Reggie Roberts, Vice President of Football Communications for the Atlanta Falcons. Also included were Curtis Bunn, a sports writer for the Atlanta Spike Lee presents President Walter E. Massey with a check for the new Image: Philip McCollum Journal Constitution, Tara August of TNT JOURNALISM PROGRAM. Sports, and Ike Reese, a nine-year veteran of the NFL and currently a linebacker for program was necessary, as the prominence have this image restored would be to “train many white journalists cannot, because of the Atlanta Falcons. of black athletes in sports should be equally black sports journalists who would willing the drastic differences in backgrounds and The program was originally an idea represented in the coverage of sports. to interact with athletes and describe them interests; because of this closer relationship, ✓------”2"------sparked between Lee and his close friend, the Explaining his dissatisfaction with as people.” black journalists can cover more about an late Ralph Wiley. Riley, former senior writer current media portrayal of black athletes as Cummings, who graduated with a degree athlete than simple statistics, or his or her for Sports Illustrated and an original Sports “one-dimensional, selfish, immature, and in communications, had several opinions negative actions. THE 2 journalist, was “a giant of journalism,” poor citizens,” Lee encouraged students to to offer on the state of blacks in the media “Athletes want [journalists] to be fair,” said Lee. When the two came up with the maintain a steady voice in the journalism and the black image created by the media. said Roberts, “With 72% of players in the idea in 1999, they took it to Morehouse field. “How athletes are perceived is not “One of the best parts about being a black NFL being black, we need more black WEATHER President, Dr. Walter Massey, who was generated by [African-Americans],..Too journalist is that you can communicate on a journalists.” originally skeptical of how the curriculum long we have been on the field, but not different level with black athletes.” Initially, the interdisciplinary program CHANNEL would fit into a liberal arts college. in charge of generating the images of our Cummings believes that blackjoumalists will be available solely to English majors v*—"—» y However, Lee assured Massey that such a can connect with black athletes, while athletes.” Lee explained that the best way to “Sports journalism program ” continued on puge 2 ►

Robbery shocks Brazeal Hall students SGA reflects on fall

Edward Mitchell semester World & Local News Editor Emitche2@students. morehouse. edu and other issues relating to AUC students. ast weekend, Brazeal Hall students Edward Mitchell Democrats and Republicans debated, the World & Local News Editor returning from Thanksgiving Break Emilche2(g}studenls morehouse. edu manager of Magic City strip club visited Lwere met with a jarring surprise. Their to discuss the portrayal of women in the dormitory had become the victim of a hroughout Fall 2006, much of the student media, and an AIDS walk was held. robbery by unknown individuals. Theft body’s attention has been focused on Corresponding Secretary Reed looked victims suspect that one or more people TSGA reactions to the 9/20 rape protest andback on other events, saying, “I’m especially used the November holiday as a prime the recent “2TO” secret society allegations. pleased with African-Awareness Week. That opportunity to steal belongings from However, as the student government nears was one of the best event weeks I’ve ever vacationing students. the end of its semester, officials are looking seen, honestly. It was really great.” Freshman Bryan Richardson described back at the year’s positive developments, For African-Awareness Week, the SGA’s the startling experience. “When I walked up and encourage students to get more involved premier event was a speech by Dr. Calvin to Brazeal and saw my window, I thought, next year. Butts, the New York pastor who some ‘They got me.’ But then I stepped back and To this end, the SGA recently released tout as a possible successor to outgoing saw all the [broken] windows, and I thought, a newsletter titled School Dayz. The eight- Morehouse President Walter Massey. The ‘They got everybody.’” page issue included messages from high- week also included visits from an author Apparently, robbers breached the ranking SGA officials, and summaries of who discussed misconceptions of Islam, dormitory by tearing down screens, and the Senate’s more significant work. panelists who focused on HIV/AIDS in the Brazeal Hall Image: Mark Williams forcing several windows open. They then Corresponding Secretary Elkanah Reed, black race, and another event discussing the proceeded to enter the building and rob who was also the editor-in-chief of School genocide in Darfur. the first floor, going from room to room. Richardson, who was vacationing during upset. [Security guards] always question Dayz, commented, “We’re very proud of In a letter to the student body, SGA Some of the stolen items are stereos, video the thefts, said, “I would hate to imagine people and ask for IDs, but when someone’s the things we worked on [this semester], President Marcus Edwards wrote, “This cameras, Air Force One tennis shoes, digital what would have happened if someone had stealing things, they don’t catch them. The and of course, we also want to improve on semester we have already done a great many cameras, and other possible valuables such been in their room [during the robbery].” some things.” things to raise the bar of student leadership as laptops. Preliminary reports indicate that Following the burglary, some students The SGA’s work began months ago with on this campus, and we have plans for more the perpetrators did not rob students on directed outrage at the campus police, citing New Student Orientation Week. Following milestones to come.” upper floors. the department’s failure to prevent the that, the association held a celebrity For the 2007 semester, the SGA plans The president of Brazeal Hall, Adam robbery. “It is shameful Morehouse could basketball game, a college block party, to continue with such politically themed Moore, said, “It’s a saddening situation. A be so negligent on something as important the Fall elections, a breast cancer walk, a topics, covering issues such as the Sudanese lot of people’s rooms were locked, but for as security,” said a victim of the theft. clothing drive, and of course, homecoming. genocide, while also discussing substance someone to just tear down a screen, open a Brazeal President Adam Moore also SGAofficials also hosted several political abuse, stress, sexuality and rape. Another window, and blatantly steal all that stuff is criticized Morehouse security, saying, events, including Political Empowerment major focus will be Spring Fest, but for unfortunate.” “There’s enough security [personnel], but Week and African-Awareness Week. the purpose of keeping the student body in No one was injured during the incident, they’re usually just walking around or riding Political Empowerment Week was marked suspense, SGA officials are closed-mouthed and eyewitnesses have yet to come forward. in their golf carts. A lot of people are very Image: Mark Williams by a series of election-themed forums, “SGA reflects ” continued on page 2 ► The Inside Track CONTENTS------Would & Local Features Opinions Arts, Etc. “Kramer” Flips Out Let’s Talk About Sex The Audacity of Racism Color of the Cross Campus News 2 World & Local 4 In two short minutes on Nov. 18, comedian Sex, and all related topics, are guaranteed Michael Richards, the joke’s on you. More Color of the Cross is causing controversy Features 5 and former Seinfeld actor Michael Richards to get the attention of anyone with working than a week has passed, and we’re still in the religious community because not endangered his career, and sparked a hormones. The college students at the talking about Cosmo Kramer. We’re still only is it the first film to depict the biblical Opinions 6 nationally publicized controversy. institutions that make up the AUC are surprised by Michael Richards’s conniption figure of Jesus as African-American, but it Arts, Etc. 7 certainly no exception. fit at the Laugh Factory in Los Angeles, also suggests that the crucifixion may have CA. been racially motivated. Sports 8

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as scandal deepens THE MAROON TIGER 830 Westview Drive, SW Box 40 Atlanta, GA 30314 would prevent anyone from ever tampering that secret societies (or any organization for Edward Mitchell with student funds or other resources. that matter) pose no threat to your Student Vol.LXXXLNo.il -8 pages World & Local News Editor Following the allegations that Edwards Government Association... [secret societies] EuanMEji&sn ¡¡f'n seedl Brandon E. Lawrence, ‘09 and other officials were involved in a do not control anything at this college. The EJitor-in-Chief oon after the Morehouse campus became secret society, the Senate rejected the SGA student body does.” W. Hassan Marsh, ‘09 William Bowser, ‘06 aware of secret society allegations president’s executive director nominee, For their part, anonymous whistleblower Managing Editor 6 hief Layout Editor S ‘ Darby ’ stands by their accusations, insisting regarding the Students GovernmentChristian Perry. In their decision, they citied Travers Johnson, ‘08 Association, the implicated students came an application that Perry allegedly filled out that Edwards and others are members of a Copy Editor out swinging, denying the allegations. to join This Thing of Ours. secret society that has somehow sought to SGA President Marcus Edwards, who was Marcus Edwards has dismissed the subvert the SGA’s integrity. Jessica Johnson, SC, ‘07 William Jurist, ‘07 Aissatou Barry, SC, ‘07 accused of being an important member of claims against his nominee, insisting Since last week, more files have Production Manager Advertising Manager Executive Assistant the alleged secret society This Thing of that he and Christian Perry are not in a surfaced indicating the existence of a secret Ours, rejected any notion that the claims secret society. Ele explained, “The six society, but The Maroon Tiger is still in the NEWS LAYOUT are true. [nominees] who were [sent] to the Senate process of substantiating these numerous SHANA PINNOCK, SC, ‘09, Campus News Editor NICHOLAS GOWENS, ‘08, Associate Editor In a letter published in the editorial for confirmation are all highly qualified documents. EDWARD MITCHELL, ‘09, World & Local Editor AKUDO NWANKPA, ‘10 MARVIN GREER, ‘09, Associate Editor section of The Maroon Tiger, Edwards and have done a phenomenal job this year, Also, multiple SGA members who DISTRIBUTION said, “Undoubtedly the most egregious and it is unfortunate that they seem to have preferred to remain anonymous believe that ARTS, ETC. JACOBI EAVES, ‘09, Distribution Manager DEON EMBRY, ‘06, Arts, Etc. Editor accusation documented in The Maroon gotten caught up in someone’s attempt to the allegations are part of a larger struggle KENDRICK DAYE, ‘09, Associate Editor COPY DESK Tiger suggests that a secret society (or control our SGA through libelous flyers and between multiple secret societies, possibly CHAUNCEY DENNIE, *09, Associate Editor SPORTS KIBKABÈ ARAYA anyone for that matter) is exploiting the emails.” involving fraternities, the Senate Ethics AUTUMN ARNETT, CAU, ‘09, Sports Editor resources of the Student Body. Not only is Christian Perry, Courtney English, and Committee, and individuals unhappy with ASHLEY D BROWN PHOTOGRAPHY EDWIN COFFIE this an unsupported falsehood, it is actually other students implicated by ‘Joseph Darby’ last Spring’s election results. MARK WILLIAMS, ‘09, Photography Editor SARAH K HILL quite impossible.” have officially denied the secret society As rumors and accusations continue to COURTNY PATTERSON FEATURES LEVERTES RAGLAND Edwards goes on to explain how SGA allegations. Likewise, Edwards ends his fly, many Morehouse students will continue IRENE R. DE LILLY, SC, ‘09, Features Editor structure, and administration overview letter, writing, “The overall message here is to search for the elusive truth. JACQUELYN N. VINES RACHEL R WARD OPINIONS ANTHONY HARRIS, ‘08, Opinions Editor ADVISORS SHANEESAASHFORD SAM ELLISON Retractions: ■ DR KEVIN ROME, SR In the Nov. 15 edition of The Maroon Tiger, in the article entitled, “SGA Attorney General Accuses VP as Whistleblower,” chief justice, Otis Ware was stated by The Maroon Tiger as being “accused of by ‘Darby’.” Ware was not indicated to be a participant in any document.

In the Nov. 15 edition of The Maroon Tiger, the photo accompanying the article “Living Legend Visits Cam­ pus” was taken by Philip McCollum. SGA reflects

◄ Continuedfrom front page so that they “can hold us all accountable and on specifics. have firsthand knowledge of what we do.” Of course, many students will still In the past, students have complained remember the more problematic events that of feeling disconnected from the student overshadowed the SGA’s work, including government, criticizing the organization the 9/20 rape protest by the FMLA, and as elitist. When asked how the SGA can the secret society allegations that resulted improve relations with students, Elkanah in the rejection of one of Marcus Edwards’ Reed said, “Communication. We need nominees, and a Senate investigation. to have better methods to speak with the UCatchmygirllegsopenbetta In his letter, Edwards acknowledged student body. There are already some new the SGA’s tough times, but remained ideas we’ve been using, like the suggestion optimistic. “Your SGA has faced many box on campus. What we really need is an 1. ) Where da ca$h at? challenges this year, and will continue to as open dialogue.” 2. ) Y.R.D.= Young. Rich and Dumb? we traverse rockier ground than the protest As tension surrounding the secret society 3. ) Why are they still talkin’ bout that panda? of September 20lh and negative coverage allegations continues, SGA members are 4. ) Why are the drink machines in the cafe more active than our frats? from news publications.” preparing for the spring semester and hope 5. )NoMUrf Pi? Edwards goes on to encourage students to find success while also avoiding the 6. ) How MANY LBS. DID YOU GAIN? to become more involved in SGA activities pitfalls of controversy. 7. ) What class(es) did you drop? 8. ) Are you now a part-time student? 9. ) Why are there so many police around lately? 10. ) Hasn’t this semester been CRAZY?? 11. ) Will you obey YOUR thirst. . .AGAIN?? Sports journalism 12. ) Who reserves a building for a concert until 10 p.m.? 13. ) Didn’t their link’s “status” decrease? 14. ) Did they even have a status? 15. ) What ever happened to the sandwich shop? 16. ) What’s the REAL reason you are going io D.C. with the SSGA? program 17. ) So...DID you REALLY think those charges would go thru? ◄ Continued from front page 18. ) How distorted is your opinion of yourself? as a concentration with a maximum of and sports program,” said Wiebe. “The 19. ) Why are you afraid you won’t make line? 15 hours. “We plan to start the curricular director would help plan out how to take 20. )What will we do now that we are losing a good BURGER? component of the program in the spring,” the course to a minor. To have a full-blown said Paul Wiebe, English department chair. minor would require additional courses and “There are a list of courses students are additional faculty.” able to take and the current news writing Currently, the program’s core courses course has been received well...We hope include basic news writing and an that this concentration will become the internship in a sport journalism and general basis for students to get receive journalism journalism field. A Health and Physical internships.” Education course, “History and Principles The possibility for the concentration of Health and Physical Education,” is also to become an official minor of 18 credit required. Interested students should contact hours is on the horizon. “We are currently a member of Morehouse College’s English searching for a director for the journalism department. Brazeal Hall robbery

◄ Continued from front page the theft had submitted official complaints, police need to be more active.” but around a dozen people reportedly lost On November 27th, The Maroon Tiger personal belongings. contacted the Campus Police Department. With an investigation pending, some fear A department employee explained that that the culprits and the stolen belongings police had just received two official reports will never be recovered. Administration regarding the robbery, and that they were officials continue to encourage students to subsequently beginning an investigation. keep their doors locked, and take special As of press time, several more victims of care with their belongings.

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Massachusetts to Inaugurate GrounU Broken at MLK 1st Black Governor Memorial in D.C.

Edward Mitchell of the memorial under the direction of the Beckwith. World d- Local Editor Edward Mitchell Alphas, giving the fraternity six years to During the groundbreaking ceremony, EmTD HE2 U STl DES /V MORt.HOl SE EDt World & Local Editor President Bush, whose approval rating Emhche2 a STL OEMS MOREHOUSE. edi ■ raise SI00 million. n Election Day, most eyes were focused What followed was several years of amongst African Americans continues to on close Senate races in Tennessee and ain did not stop thousands of hectic money gathering. In an interview falter, related King to the nearby Abraham OVirginia, but many Americans focused their politicians, entertainers, activists, and with ABC News, the foundation’s president, Lincoln and Thomas Jefferson. "By [the attention on the historic results coming out Reveryday Americans from attending theHarry Johnson, said, “We faced some memorial's] presence in this place, it will of Massachusetts. There, voters elected groundbreaking ceremony of the Martin challenges. 9/11 was a challenge when unite the man who declared the promise Democrat Deval Patrick to replace outgoing Luther King, Jr. Memorial. The memorial, we began our fundraising campaigning of America and defended the promise of Governor Mitt Romney, who plans to run for which is being constructed on the famed in earnest. The tsunami was a challenge. America with the man who redeemed the president. However, Patrick’s Democratic mall in Washington, D.C. is set to be Hurricane Katrina was a challenge, so you’re promise of America." loyalty is not the groundbreaking factor— completed in less than three years. fighting for dollars. Money in everybody’s Several Morehouse students were in Patrick is an African American. It will be the first such memorial for an pockct-that’s the only thing that can keep us attendance at the historic groundbreaking, Although Massachusetts is known as one African-American, and of course, the first from getting there.” including seniors Brandon Jackson, Marcus of the country’s most liberal states, it has ever for a Morehouse graduate, a distinction Total money donated currently stands Emebo, and Harry Johnson. Jr. few black representatives, and is infamous most other universities do not enjoy. at $61 million dollars, but observers expect Jackson, a religion major, described for a quiet culture of racism. Indeed, during Attendees at the Nov. 13 ceremony the rest of the necessary money will be tire groundbreaking as, “a humbling the campaign, Patrick and his-opponent, ■included Jesse Jackson, Bill Clinton, Harold found in continued donations from powerful experience,” that made him "think about Republican Lt. Gov. Kerry Healey, traded Ford, Jr., John Lewis, Barack Obama, Maya American politicalftnd Social figures. the movement that King represented." He barbs over civil /ights, affirmative action Angeloq, Andrew Young, Condoleeza Rice - As the M^K, foundation Sought early added that, “We often forget about those and crime—all hot-button racial topics. and George W. Bush. Hundreds mofé stood donations-and approval for the site, they also students, who were our age, who were in

At one pqjnt, Healey aired commercials'* Democrat Deval Patrick in the rain, watching as major donors used fielded different designs for the memorial. large part the vehicle for a lot of the change implying that Patrick, a former attorney, had Image: Patrick Campaign shovels to dig the site-§ first holes. At one In 2000, a design was finally chosen, and that went on.” helped a viojent black criminafcgo free. The point, Jesse Jackson broke jpto teqrs/ in 2003, the design was revealed to the Like Jackson, the groundbreaking caused negative ads reminded many analysts of the typically leftist causes suehjas stem cell Clothing designer Tommy Hilfigeuwho public. Marcus Emebo to reflect on the legacy of allegations used to derail Mike Dukakis’ research and abortion rights. was falsely impljcated-dn making racist When thè memorial is’corriptetCd, it wall King and, “think about what contributions presidential campaign in 1988. Then. Still, Patrick counts himself as a friend statements some time ago,* was present. exist alongside the Jefferson Memorial, the our generation wall make to history." Republicans raised the infamous issue of to people Of varying causes. During his George Lucas donated a significant sum of Washington Monument, and the Lincoln Nonetheless, Harry-Johnson, Jr. was Willie Horton. acceptance speech, the governor-elect said, money, but did not attend the groundbreaking Memorial. appearing Jporn the sky as the inspired by the other attendees that he Despite the ads, Patrick won the Nov. “This was not a victory just for me. This ceremony. , ' ‘ K . fourth comer of the memorials. bumped into at the, ceremony. "I met 7 vote with well over fifty percent of the was not a victory just for Democrats. This The event game many years/after the A massive visitor Center, running several individuals, who mean so much to vote. was a-victory for hope.” concept'of such a memorial was first raised. waterfalls, towering trees and uprighp-stone our society and generation, who all viewed Patrick, a Harvard Law School graduate, Referencing his crowd of supporters,™ In 1968, just 'Sfter King’s., assassination. monuments with different King quotes vyjtl -Dr.. King as I do—as someone of power and began his career in the NAA.CE.He worked Patrick said,,. “Every kind of person is Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. called for provide the main attraction. The memorial stature like no other," he said. for the Legal Defense and Educational Fund, [here. You come from every comer of the construction of a memorial, but it was wall also recognize others who gave their Foundation njembersexpectconstmction specializing in civil rights cases. Eventually, (Massachusetts]. You come from great not untitelS*96, under .President,Clintón, that Jives,,jn-tbe civil rights movement, including of the memorial to be completed in 2008. he joined the Clinton Administration, wealth and ttb wealth. You walk and you use the suggestion -became a reality „ Clinton Medgaf Evers, who was shot and killed holding the position of Assistant Attorney wheelchairs. Democrats and Independents and the Congress agreed to begin plannjng in his driveway in 1963 by Byron de la General for Civil Rights. and Republicans are’here. You are liberal Governor-elect Patrick reportedly helped and moderate;and conservative,” South Africa develop fair laws following With his inauguration coming up the end of apartheid, and he investigated soon, -some analysts view Deval Patrick hate crimes in Southern American states. as another African-American politician Following his government work, the fifty- with a promising future. As Barack Obama one year old joined the Coca-Cola Company, considers a presidential run, and the where he.served until 2004. defeated Harold Ford* plots his political Whereas black Democrats like Harold comeback, black politicians nationwide Ford, Jr. and Jim Clybum tend to be have made surprising strides in the past few relatively conservative, Patrick opposes the years and hope to continue that success in death penalty, the Iraq War, and supports future elections.

MLK Memorial Images: MLK Memorial Foi no viton Seinfeld’ actor sparks NYPD Shoots Black Groom on Wedding Day

outrage with rant Edward Mitchell World & Local Editor Emit die 2 a students, morehouse.edu Edward Mitchell n Saturday, Nov. 25. the New York World & Local Editor Police Department fired fifty bullets Emit die2 students. morehouse. edu Ointo a v ehicle of unarmed men, injuring tw o n two short minutes on Nov. 18, African Americans and killing another who Icomedian and former Seinfeld actor w as set to be married that day. The shooting Michael Richards endangered his career, has sparked a fierce reaction in New York’s and sparked a nationally publicized political community, and many activists are controversy. Richards, famous for his infuriated. portrayal of the quirky character "Kramer” Police Commissioner Ray Kelly on Jerry Seinfeld’s popular television show, explained that the shooting happened is a performer at Los Angeles’ Laugh Club. at around 4 a.m., just after some sort of However, on last week, Richards did an act verbal ruckus from twenty-three year old that people will likely remember for years. Sean Bell and his friends occurred. An The incident occurred during the officer followed Bell to his car, and was middle of Richards’ comedy act, when subsequently hit when Bell put his car into Uproar after lack some African-American audience members gear. That officer opened fire, as did other Groom on We doing Day heckled him for being unfunny. Richards nearby undercover officers, and Bell’s car continued with his act, but after some struck a police v ehicle. that’s up to the investigation to find out amount of time, he exploded, screaming However, other witnesses indicated what really happened.” a series of racial epithets and cursing the that the police van struck Sean Bell’s car He stood by the embattled police hecklers. first, and that officers then proceeded to commissioner, and insisted that the Days later, video of the rant appeared on fire on the unarmed men. According to commander would not be forced to resign. YouTube.com. The blurred footage shows CNN, one police officer fired thirty bullets, However, the police officers involved in the Richards standing on a stage, yelling, “Shut meaning that he had to reload and use two shooting are on administrative leave until up! Fifty years ago we would have had you Is RACISM REARING ITS UGLY HEAD IN THE ARENA OF STAND-UP COMEDY? IMAGE: NBC magazines. further notice. hanging upside down with a fork in your a— Sean Bell, the wedding groom, died This violent incident comes weeks !" Richards proceeds to pace around, saying, Gibson’s anti-Semitic rant, and just weeks members hired controversial attorney from his two w ounds, and another passenger after a ninety-two year old black woman "Oh, yeah, you can talk. You can talk. You aftera series ofincidents at college campuses Gloria Allred to represent them. She and was shot eleven times, and is currently was shot by police officers in Georgia, and can talk. You’re brave now, motherf——.” in which students dressed in controversial, the young men have appeared on numerous hospitalized. years after the infamous shooting in which The most controversial part of the video black-themed clothing. television outlets, implying that they will The truth of what happened is not yet an African-American man was shot dozens comes next, when an enraged Richards Jerry Seinfeld invited Richards to appear take the incident to court. The “victims” known, but city officials are promising of times while reaching for a cell phone. says, “Throw his a— out. He’s a nigger.” on The Late Show with David Letterman. In have indicated they will seek some sort of an investigation, and activists such as Al Tension between blacks and the NYPD The audience gasps, and Richards starts what some have described as a strange and damages, including monetary payment. Sharpton are demanding one. On Monday, also rose in the 1990s, when Mayor Rudy running across the stage, screaming again, rambling interview, Richards apologized, News of the storm has reached American Mayor Michael Bloomberg held a press Giuliani implemented anti-crime policies “He’s a nigger! He’s a nigger! Look, up made mention of Hurricane Katrina, referred teenagers, and Facebook groups have conference with Sharpton, a congressman, that allegedly violated the rights of innocent there, a nigger!” to his inner rage as a “force field" and said appeared denouncing Richards' statements. and the police commissioner. racial minorities. A brief argument between the black that he called the audience members he A few groups have also appeared in support Mayor Bloomberg, a Republican who With the controversy ongoing, New hecklers and Richards occured, and the lashed out at "Afro-Americans.” of the “Seinfeld” actor alum. Eventually, was reelected in 2004, said, “I can tell you York City is once again the site of what audience got up to leave. Eventually, The apology did not soothe many this racial controversy will likely fade that it is to me unacceptable or inexplicable could turn into an ugly and tense racial Richards left the stage, disappearing into people’s anger. Richards was put in away, but Michael Richards’ outburst has how you can have 50-odd shots fired, but stand-off. the crow d. communication with Al Sharpton and Jesse reminded many people that anger and The outburst came months after Mel Jackson. Meanwhile, the black audience hatred still exist. w Recycle The Maroon Tiger The Maroon Tiger -5- November 29- December 6, Features «lia ISM Ml

Vainglorious: An ode to Join the club, invest today’s black male graduate

communicating with and about black men. Lauren Harper Instead of simply reiterating the apparent Contributing H'riter problems with black men in America, and Hillary Thomas have provided a much tendency to look at finance as something out Lharperl@spclnuin eju Daye Brake needed opportunity to Spelman students of their reach.” The SSIC hopes to change Hamilton instead writes readable and C 'ontribming If riler Sunday e1 S9'a i uhoo. com and other AUC students interested. With this perception, one student at a time. ow do you young Black men get from relatable handbooks for black men and their an estimate of thirty members, SSIC By holding meetings that teach students elementary school playgrounds to parents. He also conducts workshops and hen was the last time you checked gives students the opportunity to learn how to use financial websites and stressing Hprestigious college campuses? Vainglorious:interviews for young people trying to get your bank account? Were you satisfied and ask questions about their finances and the importance of equity research and How Today 's Black Men Graduate From ahead in their academic careers. Wwith your money management skills?investment If practices. finances, the club will mock the MIC. College has answered that question, while Dr. Hamilton’s most recent project, not, maybe spending some quality time Lauren Smith is an English major from However, their goals arc to focus on African- taking major steps to reevaluate the way The Cinque Rites of Passage, is a program with Morehouse College’s Investment Club Washington, DC who feels that Spelman, American women on Wall Street and in the black men are being taught and reached designed to develop leadership, decision­ or Spelman College's newly established as a liberal arts school, “needed a space for financial industry. out to. Rather than treat black men as the making, and leadership skills in black males counterpart will teach you how to make students interested in finance and banking." Smith and Thomas have a deep desire black sheep within the African-American ages 10 to 21. One Morehouse College money, instead of lose it. Although the Morehouse Investment Club to connect Spelman alumnae on Wall community, in his books and programs, student, who wished to remain anonymous, Money management, typically one of provides these same services for all Atlanta Street to current and graduating Spelman John P. Hamilton makes a point to always gave singing praises for Hamilton and his college students’ greatest struggles, results University Center (AUC) students, Hillary students. Smith added that the SSIC plans positively portray the enormous potential of projects. “[Hamilton’s] workshop made me in massive debt and financial difficulties. Thomas, a Political Science major, gives to provide the student body with “intem-to- today’s young African-American males. stop and think about my actions. I am now That is why many students, even if their witness that “students aren’t always aware student mock interviewing.” Students who Glory and vanity collide to become completely humbled,” he said. Hamilton’s majors arc not finance or business, join of what’s available or use what’s available worked as an intern with one company will Vainglorious, a book that investigates how books don’t only affect the matriculation of investment clubs. According to Spelman at Morehouse.” mentor and go through a mock interview today’s black men pursue higher education black men, but their motivations and place students Lauren Smith and Hillary Thomas, Both Spelmanites also participated with another student who is interested in and graduate from college. Hamilton in society as well. founders of Spelman’s Student Investment in internships on Wall Street. After their interviewing for an internship with that specializes in books and workshops about “Books such as Vainglorious and The Club (SSIC ), they are excellent tools for experiences, Smith and Thomas started the same company. the matriculation and overall well-being Elevator is Broken are a tremendous idea,” financial awareness and development. club as an opportunity to produce financial Johnson is fully supportive of the SSIC of today’s young African-American men. commented Morehouse freshman Mark The Morehouse Investment Club awareness amongst their Spelman sisters. and their mission. Without competition, In Vainglorious, Hamilton examines the Moore. “Anything having to do with helping (MIC), particularly, aims to expose students Thomas worked with Bare Steams both clubs accept any and all AUC students. strategies that twelve black college students black men in school is a positive thing. The to financial markets and literacy while Investment Bank and Smith worked with Johnson thinks that having these two clubs used to successfully graduate from four- fate of the black community rests on us as prov iding awareness to help them increase UBS Investment Banking. Smith said she and doing joint meetings will address the year southern California universities. black men and women, and anything that their finances. President Garrett Johnson, a “got the idea from not seeing opportunities issues of unity within the AUC. He recalls Hamilton interviewed and questioned the helps us to do so should be celebrated and senior majoring in Business Administration, available here [at Spelman and in the “the male [to] female interactions that took students about the tools that helped them commended.” said that the club works with “cash and AUC].” She added that she and Thomas place at the last meeting. It was all positive,” get to college. The research section on the website equity, to learn with real tools the ways “wanted to help other students get prepared he said, as the students “work together and “The book by Dr. Hamilton is a for Hamilton and Associates states that, of managing finances and developing and provide financial education on the ways learn from one another. Multiple brains are refreshing portrayal of African-American “today African-Americans lag in education. strategies.” finances fit into everyone’s lives, regardless always better than one.” males and a remarkably insightful work. Moreover, African-American males have A recent MIC meeting was a joint of your major.” The SSIC has received additional support I urge every reader to study it and use become a major issue when discussing their meeting however, with one of Spelman Studies show that the average African- from faculty as Thomas testifies of students, its solutions as ways to ensure African- increased participation in special education College’s newest organizations, The American makes less money than the average faculty and administrators who “have been American male success,” said Temple programs, suspension/expulsion, and Spelman Student Investment Club (SSIC) Caucasian. At about a $90,000 difference, very receptive since our group is one of the University professor and author Dr. Molefi dropout rates.” As a result, Hamilton’s main which Johnson claimed, “was a great joint the African-American community continues first to focus on financial services... people Kete Asante to Blacknews.com reporters. objective includes “[providing] accessible meeting.” to suffer financially. Smith believes that have been very receptive and are interested Most readers of the book appreciate that resources to African American students for Spelman College seniors Lauren Smith this is because “African Americans have a in learning more.” Hamilton is taking a different approach to entering college and beyond.”

Let’s Talk About Sex Edwards addresses allegations An Interview With Safe Space

part of the group now that has been a victim Irene Rose De Lilly of hate crimes at the hands of Morehouse Features Editor IRDELIU.t@rAHOO. COM students. But I do have friends, one of which is a member of the group, that were Government Association must be approved information about those persons and their ex, and all related topics, are guaranteed victims of hate crimes off campus. Marcus E. Edwards by our staff advisor. Our advisor is Mr. respective appointments. Sto get the attention of anyone with MT: What is your organization Presides/. Morehoi se SGA Michael Southern, the Dean of Campus Life The overall message here is that secret working hormones. The college studentsdoing to combat sexual intolerance and and Student Conduct. His unquestioned societies (or any organization for that at the institutions that make up the prejudice within the AUC community? ear student body, integrity is the reason he directs the entire matter) pose no threat to your Student Atlanta University Center are certainly no VA: We have had and will have a variety The last issue at The Maroon Tiger judicial process of the college. Moreover, Government Association. With this as my exception. of forums, panels, and lectures that deal has spurred countless conversations and the Student Government Association is in fourth year here, I’ve heard many rumors This semester alone there have numerous with various issues of sexuality and questions about the nature and integrity constant correspondence with the Vice- about secret societies at Morehouse. What panels, increased discussion groups, and discrimination. of our Student Government Association. President of Student Affairs and the Dean I’ve learned to be true, however, is that they countless awareness weeks dedicated to MT: What is your opinion on As someone to whom the reputation of of Students about all issues pertaining to the do not control anything at this college. The HIV/A1DS prevention and education. Not homosexuality in general? Morehouse College and, especially that of well-being of the student body, allocation student body does. Every vote is earned one to mention African-American Awareness VA: I do not feel there is anything wrong the Morehouse College SGA is particularly of funds, and social programs of the SGA. at a time through tireless work, and every Week’s “My Girl’s Got a Girlfriend” with being homosexual, just like there is important, this has been a cause for With that said, even if your SGA was job is completed requisition by requisition, discussion panel on sexuality in the AUC, nothing wrong with being heterosexual or concern. While I consider the expressions corrupt, we still would not have the power meeting by meeting, and flyer by flyer. was held this month. bisexual. We are all sexual beings and we of “Frank Wills” and “Joseph Darby” to be to exploit student resources. Any flyer, email, article, or committee Regardless of what the campus or express that sexuality in various forms. marginal propaganda, their ability to affect Furthermore, I stand firmly behind each chairman’s report which suggests anything student organizations put together, students MT: How do you feel about the political arena here at the college, and of the appointments I’ve made this year. different is uninformed. The merit of the are talking about their sexualities and homosexuality in the AUC? What do you subsequently, the forefront of AUC gossip, For positions which require high levels of work of individuals, their integrity, and sexual health. Safe Space, an organization think needs to change? have proven no less than disturbing. It is skill, experience, and trust, I hand-picked their inclination to excel are the only factors at Morehouse College that specifically VA: Homosexuality will always be generally my disposition to ignore this individuals who I know uphold the core which have ever mattered to the institution provides a venue for students to voice their part of our society. I think that people just kind of negativ ity and focus on progress, values of Integrity, Scholarship, Service, and of Morehouse College, and for that matter, opinions and concerns regarding sexuality, need to open their minds and be willing to but friends and adv isors in and out of the Progress. For the remaining positions, we the world. I would ask that the student has worked diligently to make sure that accept people for who they are. There is political arena reminded me that I am held countless interviews in the spring and body evaluate their leadership based on every desiring student has a place they a lot of ignorance in the AUC and I think responsible for not only safeguarding the welcomed volunteers in the fall to select a substantive critiques and individual merit. feel safe. Morehouse junior Vincent Allen, that people need to realize that everyone’s SGA, but also for a student body to whom highly creative and energetic staff of servant 1' ve been writing on behalf of the Student president ofSafe Space, had many insightful reality is not the same. Instead of punishing that SGA is accountable. With that, this leaders. The six who were nominated to Government Association for over a year now, comments to make about the organization people that are seen as different, we need to response is designed to speak to the integrity the Senate for confirmation are all highly and I’m going to end the same way I always and sexuality in general. come together to celebrate the diversity that of the Student Government Association qualified and have done a phenomenal job do: with an invitation for others to involve M I: What has Safe Space done to makes up the AUC. which represents you. this year, and it is unfortunate that they themselves in our SGA functioning. The date as an organization? MT: African Americans account for Undoubtedly the most egregious seem to have gotten caught up in someone’s best way to know how decisions are made VA: This year, we collaborated with only 13 percent of the U.S. population, accusation documented in the Tiger attempt to control our SGA through libelous is to be a decision maker. Get involved with SGA during African-American Awareness but they have the highest HIV/A1DS rate suggests that a secret society (or anyone flyers and emails. I would encourage anyone your Student Government Association and week to put on a forum entitled “My Girl of any other racial group. How do you for that matter) is exploiting the resources who has any doubt about the experience help us uphold the Integrity, Scholarship, Got a Girlfriend,” which was a forum feel about this? of the Student Body. Not only is this an level, job description, or efficacy of any of Service, and Progress of the student body. on homophobia in the AUC. We [also] VA: I think that it is horrible that the unsupported falsehood, it is actually quite the appointments that I have made this year, Marcus E. Edwards partnered with the Human Rights Campaign black community is in the state that it is in, impossible. Every financial transaction to personally speak to me, and I will be President, Morehouse SGA to bring Bishop Carlton Pearson, who gave in terms of HIV/AIDS rates. But what is which is initiated by the Student more than willing to disclose all pertinent a lecture on sexuality and spirituality, to just as bad is the fact that people constantly campus. Lastly, on Nov. 29 we will be look for somebody else to blame instead of collaborating with the Junior Class Council taking responsibility for their own actions. to hold a forum on HIV/AIDS impact on the I am not a health expert, but people need black community. to realize that if our community is afflicted, MT: Has safe space experienced any then the entire community is to blame hate crimes? for allowing the affliction to continue. VA: I do not know of anyone that is a

W Recycle The Maroon Tiger November 29- December 6, The Maroon Figer -6- Opinions X THE MAROON TIGER The Audacity of Racism Brandon E. Lawrence, ‘09 out to Kyle Doss and Frank McBride, the education system and poisons our judicial Editor-in-Chief Trevor Delmore II targets of his crass commentary. Richards’s processes. The Maroon Tiger is published weekly during the academic year at More­ Contributing Writer negligence leaves me to question whether Think about it for a second. Why does tdetmore24 a hotmait com house College. Our goal is to maintain an independent editorial policy. Opin­ he is remorseful for his actions, or just the Voting Act need to be renewed? Why ions expressed in The Maroon Tiger are solely the views of its staff and do not ichael Richards, the joke’s on you. another celebrity trying to save face. If so, are there more blacks in prison than college? More than a week has passed, and 1 wouldn’t be surprised. And why are minorities still the victims of necessarily reflect the opinion of Morehouse College, its administration, or weM’re still talking about Cosmo Kramer. All his outburst proves is that racism racial profiling? The Maroon Tiger advisors. Commentaries solely represent the views ot the We’re still surprised by Michael Richards's still resides within the hearts and minds Today, we cope with the effects of author and are not necessarily the opinions of The Maroon liger. We believe conniption fit at the Laugh Factory' in Los of some people in this country. In fact, subtle racism. This slithery serpent is just all advertising to be correct but cannot guarantee its accuracy or be respon­ this past summer, on my way to celebrate as dangerous as the former because it, too, Angeles, CA. sible for its outcome. The Maroon Tiger welcomes your views on any public During a standup routine on Nov. Independence Day with relatives, I saw a subscribes to the notion that all men are 17, Richards went on a racist tirade, Caucasian family gathered for a barbecue equal - but some more than others. Slavery issue. We routinely edit letters for space and correct errors in spelling and after being interrupted by two black men with a huge Confederate flag planted on may be over, but we still have not overcome. punctuation. Letters as well as commentaries must be 300 words or fewer, while performing. In a befuddled fury, their lawn. Talk about boldness. In 2006, We have a long way to go. Today, we can typed, signed, and should include a full address and telephone number. the comedian exploded, calling the men this is the America we live in. In a recent vote. We can serve in the military. We can “niggers,” saying, “Fifty years ago, we’d discussion, a friend of mine said we should receive an education and get decent jobs have you upside down with a f-...... fork thank Michael Richards because now we - but we are still at war with racism. up your a-.” (Visit youtube.com to see for know where he stands. Therefore, as I reflect on Richards’s yourself.) Fifty years ago, the time Richards refers tasteless remarks, I am inclined to feel Visitation Rears its Ugly Head Despite this, Richards denies being a to, racism was more obvious. In 2006, it indignant before granting him a “thank racist. He simply says he “lost his cool.” takes a lot of gall to be an outright racist. If you.” Additionally, we must bear in mind He has even tried amending the situation by someone was a racist in 1956, it was easier that racism is a disease; Michael Richards that students were focusing on their school- to spot. Today, racism has evolved into a needs more than a swift rebuke. Atu Koffie-Lart work. apologizing on 77,e Late Show with David Contributing Writer Letterman and A1 Sharpton’s radio show. more subtle creature—the kind that w easels He needs serious help. akoffiel@y indents, morehouse. edit Therefore, if you are unfortunate enough However, Richards has failed to reach its way into lawmaking, seeps into our to be a female caught on Morehouse’s cam­ cross Historically Black Colleges and pus past 12:00 p.m. on weekdays and 1:00 Universities, visitation policies that p.m. on weekends, you are accosted by secu­ Alimit the amount of fraternizing with therity. All the while, your friends from More­ Affirming the Unique same sex are a hot topic for debate. This is house are subjected to real threats walking especially true for those less fortunate souls to and from their residences in areas that are question your desire to be here. Morehouse tion is to serve and save, by lifting up, the who are forced to, or choose to live in tradi­ not heavily policed but should be. George W. Williams is great because she is Morehouse, not be­ other 90 percent of our people. The role of tional dormitory buildings where visitation The premise behind visitation is com­ Contributing Writer george Washington williamsdfyahoo.com cause she has attempted to mimic the ivy- the HBCU is greater than that of majority rules are enforced relentlessly. mendable, but to actually execute it seems covered walls of Harvard. At such a mo­ institutions and even more challenging be­ A few weeks ago the Morehouse Police juvenile and backw ards. The AUC does not uring his final years as President of mentous time of change and criticality, we cause it is more than to merely holistically department felt compelled to raid my room, stand for “Atlanta’s United Camps;”going Morehouse, Mays found himself de­ need to affirm our uniqueness. educate its students. and presumably every other resident’s to college should not be reminiscent of stay­ Dfending the need for Historically Black Col­ Firstly, we need to cease supporting the In The Souls of Black Folk, DuBois ef­ room, at 3:00 a m. under the guise that they ing in gender-specific buildings at camp in leges and Universities. After significant le­ ideology that our beloved Morehouse is a fectively argues that “the Negro college... were ridding the building of the opposite elementary school. gal integration, and the beginnings of social business. It saddens me to hear the echoes must seek the social regeneration of the sex. Fortunately, I was asleep by myself, as Rather, the AUC is a conglomerate of integration. Whites, and even some Blacks, of capitalism being resounded from the Negro, and it must help in the solution of most people are at that hour on a weekday; higher education institutions comprised of began to see HBCU’s as unnecessary and ir­ mouths of my Morehouse brothers when problems of race contact and cooperation.” I can only speculate what would have been intelligent, responsible young adults who relevant to the evolving American society. they claim that my beloved school is a busi­ Morehouse needs to affirm her unique dedi­ my recourse if I were not alone. can account for themselves. Some schools In subsequent years, the institution ness. Logic will reveal to any person that cation to educating not for the sake of self, After being jolted awake from a deep across the nation realize this and allow stu­ of Affirmative Action further convinced because this institution operates by means but for the sake of a people. Therefore, we sleep by the raucous and commotion gen­ dents to room in co-ed facilities with either Americans nationwide that the necessity of of money, thusly charging students to at­ must get rid of the selfish and elitist atti­ erated by two burly Morehouse policemen no visitation policies or very lax rules. The HBCU’s was antiquated. Affirmative action tend, that Morehouse is indeed a business. tudes that materializes itself in secret orga­ invading my personal space, I came to my mere fact that we attend college validates brought majority institutions into an age However, let us be reminded that the pri­ nizations and devours our brotherhood. senses but was more befuddled than ever. the assumption that we are young adults where diversity became integral to institu­ mary business of this school is not to amass Selfishness and elitism has infiltrated Why is it that so many resources are ex­ w ith expectations of obtaining a degree. tional values and consequently the aggres­ a notable endowment. The primary business our campus by means of capitalism. We pended on maintaining the institution of If we are such a progressive people, we sive recruitment of talented Black students. of this school is developing Black “men have become a society of Black men sim­ visitation? Was it necessary to disturb the need to move beyond having limited visita­ In response to this aggressive recruitment, with disciplined minds” that will continue ply trying to amass grand fortunes. The ap­ sleep of every resident in my building be­ tion hours. HBCU administrations should Black institutions fixed their efforts on the “search for truth as a liberating force”. preciation for community has been lost, the cause of the suspicion that a female may be mirror and be closely aligned with the con­ modeling their agendas after those of ma­ We must cease definitively characterizing definition of self-sacrifice made ambiguous, in the building? sensus among their students. Are HBCU jority institutions. Morehouse as a business—in the financial and the dedication to our roots weakened. With violent crimes, burglaries, and administrations insinuating that an open or Morehouse has developed an impressive sense. The Morehouse that Mays invested As our brother, Dr. Calvin Butts, shared vandalism on the rise in the AUC, more re­ nonexistent visitation policy would lead to business program, a record endowment, and his passion and affection in, incensed the with us, “it’s time for someone to take sources should be directed to protecting the chaos, or perhaps that no scholarly work a handsome leadership center. Yet, we have bright light of Martin, inspired the innova­ Morehouse by the hand and take her back AUC community from actual threats and would get accomplished? If not, an open failed to realize that it is the development tive leadership of Maynard, and expanded to Jesus.” less time on maintaining the integrity of visitation should be experimented with and of a Man of Morehouse’s morals, ethics, the entrepreneurial skills of Massey, needs We need to go back to the prophet’s visitation. Not to say that the police depart­ possibly enacted. and spirituality that will prepare him to be to reaffirm its commitment to training up teachings of love above all else. Morehouse ments aren’t effective in policing the AUC; Disclaimer: Even though this topic may crowned as a Morehouse Man, and not some the talented tenth. became a great institution because she was however last time I checked, a 5 foot 5 girl not warrant such heated debates as “real” advanced program or dazzling edifice. Recently, Ambassador Andrew Young lovingly dedicated to the education and up­ never posed a threat worthy of so much at­ issues, nonetheless it deserves some dis­ Morehouse is the greatest institution of reminded us that Morehouse is the great­ lifting of the Black race. Now we must ask, tention and resources. course. No, I don’t feel that this topic should higher learning in the world—if you are in est factory for turning out—what DuBois is that still our focus? Apparently, years ago, the powers that detract from “real” issues that are plaguing disagreement then I respectfully ask you to called—“the talented tenth” whose obliga- be felt that it was necessary to enact rules the African-American community. But, I that limited the amount of hours that should just found it interesting that so much energy be spent socializing with the opposite sex. and time is exerted to maintain something Seemingly, the purpose of their efforts was that is arguably immaterial and trivial. How Will You Be Remembered? to maintain order on campus and ensure

mind that I would like to send him to. I felt the student who came to my office just last Samuel Ellison, c/o 2000 the Chapel office was a suitable and good week. On the Support of Democracy Contributing Writer sellison(a).morehouse. edu place for the student to work in. I pulled his work-study file and called The following day, the student returned the telephone number on record. The voice am not the king of the Jews nor am I a hip­ s I was sitting in my office one day to my office and informed me that he had on the other end of the phone was that of a Hunter David Russell pie cult leader. I am what you have made of Contributing Writer this past summer, Lawrence Edward spoken with Ms. Denise Daniels, Dean woman who identified herself as the mother A HDR uss'd gmail. com me and the mad dog devil killer fiend leper Carter, Sr., dean of the Martin Luther King,Carter ’s administrative assistant, and he of Edward Augustus Thadison; she con­ is a reflection of your society.” Jr. International Chapel, came to my of­ was coming by to fill out the work-study firmed the news of Edward’s passing. I pon visiting his friend and fellow ex­ Manson is not the source of the evil fice. Prior to our meeting on that day, I had contract and other employment documents. couldn’t find the right words to say at the istentialist Henry David Thoreau in which plagues us, nor is Bush. Thus, I do learned of the news that Morehouse College After he quickly completed and returned time, so I quickly expressed my condolenc­ Uprison, Ralph Waldo Emerson asked, “Hennot­ contribute to the malfeasance of our had acquired the “King Papers”. I was ex­ the documents I gave him, just before his es to her and the family. ry, what are you doing in there?” Thoreau, government by not choosing its leader. In­ cited and glad that the papers were finally departure, he turned and said, “Thank you Still in shock and disbelief, I knew I had who had been jailed for refusing to pay a action (i.e. complacency), not indecision, is coming home to the “House.” for your assistance Mr. Ellison. Have a to maintain my composure. My next task poll tax, responded, “Waldo, the question is the problem with America. Dean Carter expressed the need for a good day, sir.” seemed like the hardest part of my duty as what are you doing out there?” We accept the restriction of our rights, work-study student to help in the Chapel of­ I jokingly told him that he didn’t have the Student Employment Manager. I had to And so I find myself in a similar situa­ the violation of constitutionally guaranteed fice, since the acquisition of these historical to keep calling me sir because I was not that inform his supervisor that he was no longer tion to that of Thoreau’s when people ask freedoms such as privacy and habeas cor­ documents would bring on some additional old. He smiled and then said, “I’m sorry, alive. if I voted, for in these most recent midterm pus. The federal government has far out- tasks. sir.” I laughed and told him that I under­ I slowly walked to the Chapel office not elections I did not. Unlike all of you who reached the limits of the constitution, yet Not long after Dean Carter left my of­ stood, and that I knew he had good home knowing how to deliver the news. As I en­ cast ballots, I refused to support global ter­ we, the citizenry, are complacent. The fed­ fice, a student came to my office and sat training. tered the office, Ms. Daniels was sitting at ror, clandestine dungeons, and a strong eral government tortures us, jails us, drafts down and we began to talk. He expressed Just last week, the student came to my her desk. I asked her if she had received history of American bigotry. By voting I us and fails to protect us, fails to provide an interest in obtaining information about office to check on his financial aid. As he a call from Edward Thadison’s mother and might have lent some legitimacy to the gov­ us with adequate medical care, social secu­ scholarships and grants that he could quali­ was leaving, he stood in front of my desk, her reply was no and if everything was ok. ernment, and that I could not idly do. rity, and defense. Blame Bush all you like, fy for to help pay for school. extended his hand and like before, he said, I hesitantly told her that Edward died over Rejoice! The democrats have taken but in the past two centuries, voters caused Based on our initial conversation, I knew “Thank you for your assistance, sir. Have the weekend in an automobile accident. back the house and the senate; voters have these injustices. there was something unique about him that a good day.” I didn’t know then that this The rest of my day was not the norm. shown their discontent with the status quo. So if through voting 1 can effect any made him stand out from the plethora of would be the last time I would see or speak My head was pounding with a headache and But for what? I say that the democrats will change, than I oppose it wholeheartedly. students that frequent my office. Through­ with him. I needed some alone time. I walked back do just as much evil as the republicans that Who am 1 to tell other people how to live? out our conversation, his reply to my inqui­ On Monday, November 20,1 was sitting to my office and made a few phone calls to preceded them. White men and big busi­ I certainly do not enjoy it when others do ries and comments were followed with a at my desk when I received a call from the notify a few offices on campus of Edw ard’s ness still control this nation, republican or the same. Governments limit rights which “yes sir,” a "no sir,” and a “thank you sir.” I administrative assistant in the Financial Aid passing. I grabbed my keys and proceeded not. And although I certainly am no repub­ they determine no to be “inherent personal thought to myself, “he is a very mannerable Office, Ms. Ethelene Meadows. She in­ to the parking deck and I left the campus. lican, neither am I a democrat, nor for them freedoms,” a phrase with a much-debatable young man; I hope there is something I can formed me that she had just received a call It was my lunch break but I had no appe­ shall I vote. meaning. do for him.” from a parent who notified her that her son, tite to eat so I just drove around for a few Perhaps a day will come when there will And so, I w ill not vote because I am not Later during the week, the student re­ was killed in an automobile accident over minutes. be a candidate who merits my support, but so arrogant to think that I should control the turned to my office again to check the sta­ the weekend: Edward Augustus Thadison As I was driving, the days that I remem­ I do not sit waiting for this most unlikely rights of others. And so should you not vote, tus of me finding any scholarships or grant of Springfield. Massachusetts. ber talking with Edward began to play back future. It is unreasonable that I must choose because 1 do not wish to be controlled. opportunities for him. I told him that there My initial reaction w as that of disbelief. in my mind like a movie. I wanted to do between two parties, (neither of which sup­ In closing, I again quote Manson, “You still was no change but I could offer him It seemed as if I was paralyzed for a brief something to remind myself of Edward Au­ ports me) so I do not. It is not out of apathy have beaten me, broken my neck, knocked work-study. I asked the student if he had a moment, 1 could not move. I immediately gustus Thadison’s memory so I decided to that I abstain—it is out of protest of the sys­ my teeth out. You’ve drugged me for years, preference in the department that he would thought that there had to be a mistake with type this note. tem. 1 refuse to choose between the lesser dragging me up and down prison hallways, like to work in and his response was, “I the name that I heard over the phone. Ed­ The opportunity of a lifetime must be of tw o evils. laying my head on every chopping block don’t have a preference, sir, any department ward Thadison was the student who I re­ seized during the lifetime of the opportu­ You may claim that it is my duty as a you’ve got in this state, chained me, burnt would be fine”. ferred to work in the Chapel office. He was nity. Take advantage of the opportunity citizen to ensure that future war criminals me, but you cannot defeat me. All you can I instantly thought ot the King papers the same student who I remembered as be­ while it lasts; the opportunity may never do not come to power. And I respond to do is destroy yourselves with your own and Dean Carter’s need for student help and ing very mannerable when he came to my come again. this with a quote from Charles Manson, judgments.” told the student that I had a department in office over the summer. Mr. Thadison was “Mr. and Mrs. America - you are wrong. I ^Recycle The Maroon Tiger The Maroon Tiger -7- Noyembfr 29- Dec ember 6. 2006 Arts, Etc* II ■ ■HBHHMMHHi Bl II Controversial Film The Modern Job” Enters Sixteenth Year Of Production Depicts Jesus As Black

Dee” Parker in the Nickelodeon television Kendrick Daye sitcom “My Brother and Me,” was among Arts. Etc Associate Editor the disciples approaching Jerusalem for ieiKtricidoyc a gina:: the students involved in the production. Kendrick Daye the Last Supper and then unfolds with Joshua Robinson a freshman at Arts, Etc Associate Editor s the Associate Vice President for Morehouse College who viewed the Sunday kendrickdaye@gmail. com the events leading up to his capture and crucifixion. Color of the Cross attempts to Academic Affairs and a professor of showing enjoyed the plays entertaining irst, The Passion of the Christ was focuses on the universal pain and suffering AEnglish at Morehouse College, Dr. Annedeliverance of a positive message. accused of being anti-Semitic. Then, in the crucifixion, as opposed to the gory Watts is known by students, faculty and “The play reminded us to keep the faith FThe Da Vinci Code received criticism for itsshock treatment used in The Passion of the staff alike for her stentorian voice and no matter what hardships we may face... controversial interpretations of the history Christ. immaculate enunciation. But with her this was my first time seeing the play and of the Roman Catholic Church. Now, The suggestion of racial motivations drama M.J. The Modern Job, she allows a I can’t wait to see how it will improve next following in the footsteps of these and as a reason for the crucifixion is evident small peak into both her personality and her year,” he said. other controversial religious films, Color in many scenes of the film In one scene, love for theatre. While most students enjoyed M.J.: The of the Cross is causing controversy in the Jesus’ mother Mary, with tears in her eyes, Christian Fellowship Baptist Church Modern Job, some students like freshman religious community because not only is asks, “Do you think they are doing this presented its sixteenth annual production Patrick Jackson did not entirely enjoy it the first film to depict the biblical figure because he is black?” Another scene finds of the drama written and directed by Dr. every aspect of the play, and abruptly of Jesus as African-American, but it also the preacher explaining that the reason he Watts on Sat., Nov. 11 and Sun., Nov., 12 left during intermission when Dr. Watts suggests that the crucifixion may have been was birthed in a manger and not a bed is in the Martin Luther King, Jr. International appeared onstage asking for donations for racially motivated. because of the discriminatory lodging laws Chapel. the “expensive” stage production. Color of the Cross was theatrically in Bethelem that denied his mother a place M.J.: The Modern Job, written in 1991, “The technical part of the production released in select cities in October 2006, to stay. was inspired by Archibald Macleish’s was horrible, the light cues [were] late, and made its way to other cities later on Eddy Dowdy, a religion major at dramatic work J. B . which Dr. Watts saw as a and the audience was left in [the] dark too Nov. 10. The independent film features Morehouse College, believes this movie teenager. Largely based on the biblical story long,” Jackson explained. “The actors were a talented cast of actors including Jean brings awareness to a common error in the of Job, the play raises the question, “Why not strong as a unit [and] the costuming Promotional poster for controversial Claude LaMarre {Dead Presidents), four­ religious community, but distracts viewers do bad things happen to good people?” wasn’t the best.” film “Color of the Cross” time Emmy winner Debbi Morgan {Eve's from the more important lesson. Now in its sixteenth year and seventeenth The most engaging character was the Image: www.colorofthecross.com Bayou), Ananda Lewis (The Ananda Lewis “This movie forces us into [an] argument production, Dr. Watts took a different role of Satan, played by class of 1983 Show), Jacinto Taras Riddick (Rebound), about the skin color of Jesus, but our real that is irrelevant to the role he plays in my approach to this year’s production, and Morehouse graduate J. Stacey Grayson. Elya Baskin (Thirteen Days), and David focus should be on how his life is the perfect life,” Terrel explained. included a plethora of students, alumni and Though the play’s choice of allusions was Gianopoulos (Air Force One). example of love that all of humanity should Color of the Cross lacks the substance staff members from the Atlanta University often outdated and gave off a feeling of LaMarre, who portrayed Jesus, arguably follow," Dowdy said. of Jesus’ teachings, and instead focuses on Center schools, as well as from the greater Saturday morning cartoon, the message of had the toughest role. As if that weren’t Senior religion major Terrel Olagbeg controversy to gamer attention. One of the Atlanta community. Morehouse junior faith was obvious and got through to its enough, his burden was made heavier by views Color of the Cross as an attempt by major problems is that the movie begins English major Ralph McKinley Woolfolk, audience. writing, directing, and producing the film afro-centrists to gain power and respect for where the story ends. Viewers with no prior III, who is best known for his role as “Dee and by composing the movie’s music. It the black community by means of aesthetic knowledge would fail to realize the point is reported that he sold the distribution relativity, but does not feel it will change and more than likely skip over this film. rights for a seven figure deal to Fox Home the way blacks are viewed. Color of the Cross is showing in select Entertainment. “Personally I believe Jesus...was black cities across the nation now. For more Based on the last 48 hours of Jesus’ or at least darker than white by virtue of the information visit: www.colorofthecross. life, this brief film opens with him and mid-Eastem population at the time... but com

B4MD comes to King Chapel Georgia Me performs at American music as its future dangles in the the arguments it presents come off as one­ Kendrick Daye balance. Filmmakers Andrew Shapter and sided and elitist at times. Arts. Etc Associate Editor ket tdrickday aygtnail com Joel Rasmussen traveled the country for The world is not as black and white as Night Of The Poets two years interviewing musicians, industry people would like it to be, and true magic he debate about what should be played insiders, music critics, and fans, in an attempt happens in the gray area in between. My on the radio and what shouldn’t has to comprehend the packaged mainstream main problem with the esoteric bohemian Tbeen argued back and forth between musicmusic prevalent today. They researched lifestyle that most indie artists attempt to purists and music futurists for years. With whether or not huge corporations possesed portray is the same flaw I notice in popular any negative view of her ghetto demeanor, a few music companies controlling most the power to silence musical freedom and artists that gamer attention only by looks, Kendrick Daye BAN, a heart-wrenching account of the of what receives radio play, and digital what the future holds for music. and catchy hooks. Being different is being Arts, Etc Associate Editor murder of her cousin, Sista 2 Sista, a word alternatives like Itunes aiding independent The answers they unearthed and what yourself, not what someone else expects [email protected] of encouragement to women wandering the artists who normally wouldn’t receive the future holds are what makes this film you to be. s the weekend began and African- wrong path in life, Niggods, an ode to black radio play, what’s the fuss about? The exciting and inspiring. The diverse artists I do believe everything has its time American Awareness Week at men, and Last Night, her self-proclaimed new documentary Before the Music Dies showcased in the film range from The Dave and place, and there is room for artists like AMorehouse College came to a close,“sex poem.” (B4MD) attempts to analyze this question. Matthews Band and Erykah Badu, to Seattle Britney Spears as well as artists like Erykah students had one final event to look forward Georgia Me was sometimes insightful, On Tuesday, Nov. 14, Kilgore residence street performers and Mississippi gospel Badu in the music industry. Who says what to. After sitting through lectures the entire sometimes comedic, and at all times hall and the “Great Grand” Xi Eta Chapter of signers. Before the Music Dies wants the good music is? That notion of good music week, “Night of the Poets,” which featured unrepentant of her erratic behavior and Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia presented a special viewers to be aware the music is out there, versus bad music is simply subjective a performance from spoken word artist colloquial sayings. She demanded that no screening of the documentary Before the you just have to know where to look. because what is good to one person, may be Georgia Me, was an excellent way for one engage in any side conversations while Music Dies in the Martin Luther King, Jr., As opposed to releasing the film in utter trash to the next. students to relax and enjoy themselves. she was speaking and even called out a International Chapel. theatres, the creators used a grassroots My advice to the “real” music fans Hosted by Spelman sophomore Jessica student in the audience when he leaned over Several students performed music before approach to bring the documentary to the exhausted with what’s on the radio, buy an Spaulding, “Night of the Poets” took place to a friend to whisper a comment. the director Joel Rasmussen introduced the widest audience possible, by showing it in Ipod, or at least turn the radio off. Until then on Fri., Nov. 10 in Sale Hall. Several Sophomore Fredrick Salyers, a poet film. He urged students in the audience to venues ranging from private residences, to quit complaining, and enjoy music for what students including Fredrick Salyers and himself, was in awe of Georgia Me as he support local musicians, and dedicated the music clubs and college auditoriums. The it is—mmusic. Marshall Gillson, both sophomores at spoke to her after her performance. film to any aspiring artists. “As long as documentary itself was well-edited and F or more information on Before the Music Morehouse, and Spelman sophomore Kyla “I felt moved because you know that you’re playing music you love, you’re a directed, and attempted to take a critical and Dies please visit: www.beforethemusicdies. Berry, performed poetry and spoken word she’s coming from [an] earnest perspective millionaire,” he said as the film began. comedic look at the faceless machinery of com before the commanding Georgia Me took with her thoughts and poetry,” Salyers said. Before the Music Dies tells the story of the American music industry. Nonetheless, center stage. After her short performance, she The relatively small crowd managed to opened up for questions. Students asked create a minor uproar for every poet who about her upbringing, and her views on performed a piece. But spoken word artist her overabundant use of the word “n****” Tamika Harper, better known as Georgia among other things. Me, gained the biggest applause of the night. “I don’t believe in cursed words, I Making her first appearance at Morehouse believe in cursed spirits,” she replied. College, (she previously performed at “You never fail when you tiy,” she Clark Atlanta University and Spelman offered as a word of advice to students. College) she was given a standing ovation, “...Be true to yourself,” she later said with and greeted with chants of “Georgia on my a smile. mind” by admirers in the audience. Though it might have received less Before performing, she relished in the promotion than other events which took opportunity to converse with the audience place during African-American Awareness and offered w ords of advice on topics that Week, “Night of the Poets” was the most plague youth today like identity, and self- enjoyable because it raised awareness while consciousness. “Don’t judge, love!” she still keeping the audience entertained. While nearly shouted to the audience, before some may have been put off by her brash leaping into anecdotes that gave her and often crude behavior, Georgia Me’s inspiration for each piece she performed. message of being who you are, no matter The pieces she performed were, where you are, is not only welcomed, but Ghettobelle, an unapologetic response to needed in the AUC.

O Recycle The Maroon Tiger Singer Erykah Badu talks with the director of “B4MD” Joel Rasmussen Image: www.beforethemlsicdies.com The Maroon Tiger -8- November 29- December 6, 2006 Sports II ± Beauford won’t return Golfing Tigers

Autumn Arnf.tt close Fall Semester Sports Editor Autumn Arnett a student cau edit oach Terry Beauford, head coach of Cthe Fighting Maroon liger football team, will not return for his third season at Steven D. Wooten Morehouse. Associate Sports editor After two consecutive losing seasons Sdw8!3@aol. com (despite many obstacles the team faced and he golfing Tiger’s finished this fall unnoted growth in many of the players) semester season with two wins back administrators opted to ask Coach Beauford Tto back at the National Black College not to return to finish out his contract. Invitational Golf Tournament and this past “I enjoyed it,” Beauford said of his weekend at the Savannah State University career at Morehouse. “There are a lot of Invitational. Through the season the Tiger’s challenges putting together a football team. have set two new school records. The first 1 feel we were successful in doing it, it may was the lowest team total in school history not show on the scoreboard, but 1 think we which was a one over par 289. The second did a good job building the character of record was broken by Junior Ed Hills, who these guys. 1 wouldn’t take a moment of shot 69 and 70 for a two day total of 5 under it back." par, winning him the individual honors in Athletic director Andre Patillo declined Coach Terry Beauford Image: Mark Williams the Division II individual standings. We to comment. playing next year, but he too wishes things development, will be held in San Antonio had a chance to sit down with Ed after this Offensive lineman Robert Green is worked out differently. “In my opinion, January 6-10. It will be Beauford’s first round; he stated: “I have been waiting on outraged. “I think it’s [messed] up,” he Coach Beauford was a great coach, but time at the convention as a prospective this moment for a while. I was patient all said. “I don’t think it’s right. Given all things didn't work out the way they were employee. tournament long and that helped eliminate of the outside factors that were beyond supposed to...on the business aspect, our “I’m not upset,” he said. “If you can mental errors. I only made 5 bogeys all his control, I don’t think Morehouse gave record didn’t reflect [the work we put in],” look at the mirror and look at yourself and week and only on the last day, I owe my last him enough support. It takes money to win Thompson said. say you did the best you can do, you can rounds to my teammates because they kept Image: Mark Williams [and] it takes more than two years to build “I’m sad that it had to happen this way,” walk away. You have nothing to be ashamed pushing me to play better. The last years at Just getting back in town from Savannah a program.” said quarterback Ruben DuPree. “You hate of. And I can honestly say I have nothing to Morehouse we have had good tournaments the tiger’s brought home yet another Beauford is satisfied with the mark he to see someone with good intentions go out be ashamed of.” and tournaments where we have let ourselves Championship. Not in record breaking left on this team, even if he did only have the way he did.” His players and staff, as well as fans down but this year’s group is determined to form, but beating the defending champions a short amount of time to leave it. “I think Beauford is going to take the time off will certainly miss Beauford, who says he make every tournament count.” of the national Minority Championship we continued the mission of building young to get some much needed rest. “I need a definitely wants to continue coaching in the Hill’s went on to discuss the future Fayetteville State University yet again; men with character and integrity. I feel little time to reflect, relax a little until college arena. of this golf team: “The team's main which has now grew to what seems to be we were at one with the whole mission the coaching convention,” he said. The “I love the academic arena I’m in. I just objective is to get recognition on the a wonderful rivalry in the making. Leading statement of the college,” he said. convention, which is held annually for all want to coach football. I don’t want to do National Collegiate Golf Level; we have the team to victory this weekend was Senior Ross Thompson won’t be college coaches as a tool for professional anything else,” Beauford concluded. the players and the capability to play in a freshman Chandler Gidlas of Dallas Texas NCAA Championship.” He went on to talk with a two day total of 155 missing the All- about the team and the new additions and Tournament Team Honors by 2 strokes. how they have helped out this year. Hills’ The Tiger’s totals for the two days were •eported “My teammates are fun and the 633 which won them the tournament by 6 chemistry is definitely present, we feed shot’s. The Tiger’s are now finished for the iff of each other’s chemistry, ever since season in preparation for the spring season. fie first practice. Look out for us at the In the off-season the team will work-oul ;nd of the year and hopefully we will have and condition themselves for even greatei tccomplished the major goal of winning the success in the season to come. National Minority Championship.

Grading the Fighting Tigers

Kenneth Julian III Contributing Writer com Rushing: C+ The Offensive Line played well enough to have more yards, but the running backs fidn’t seem to make enough plays. No one was expecting John David Washington numbers jut to only rush for 102.5 yards per game is not good. Six touchdowns by Eddie Rowe was something to hang a hat on for the season though.

Passing: B Considering that there was no huge rushing threat to really speak of, you could consider fie passing game to be one of the best in the conference. Even with the loss of all-SIAC WR Raymond Johnson the passing offense still was able to put it in high gear. Against Kentucky State the team passed for a school record 454 yards. Ruben Dupree had a pretty Image: Mark Williams jood year with 12 touchdowns and a passer rating of 129.23

Offensive Line: B Protection was there, and holes were created. This line had at least three guys who could be all conference in Ross Thompson, Claiborne Green, and Bryant Ervin. Going into the season this was probably the strong suit of the offense, and they did help out, but there is only so much this offense could do.

Defensive Line: D There wasn’t enough push up front, and there was no consistent pass rush. Charley Prescott and Daniel Bryant were able to get 2 sacks each, but that is not enough.

Linebackers: D Certain defensive schemes call for the Safeties to be the leading tacklers and funnel the flays to them, but at some point the LB’s have to step up and make some plays. Freshman Eric Shelton was third on the team in tackles and the top linebacker, and could be a bright spot for the future, but there was not enough production from the Linebackers.

Defensive Backs: B Since teams were running with reckless abandon on the defense the passing stats against Morehouse look good. But Robert Harris was a bright spot for the defense leading the team n tackles with 69 and in interceptions with three and ahs a good chance to be on the all- conference team. Also Derrick Scott led the team in tackles for loss with 8 5 and was sec- and on the team in tackles. A bad sign when your top two tacklers are in the secondary. Images: Mark William Recycle The Maroon Tiger