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Kappa Alpha Psi Sues Hotel Denying Volume 31 No. 32 Jacksonville, Florida July 5 - 11, 2018 Service to ‘All Black Groups’ An Alabama restaurant has found itself in legal hot water after declin- Plans to End Obama-Era Affirmative ing service to a Black fraternity, the latest in a string of racist incidents nationwide at restaurants. Kappa Alpha Psi’s Alabama chapter filed a racial discrimination law- suit on June 27 against Tuscaloosa’s Cypress Inn. It stems from the Action Initiatives on President’s Menu restaurant canceling the Kappas’ reservation in February to rent a pavil- ion after learning that the fraternity is an “all Black group.” The Trump administration is stered colleges’ use of race among ther the compelling interests in philosophy. A restaurant representative returned the fraternity’s $1,500 registration rescinding Obama-era guidance many factors in the college admis- achieving diversity and avoiding Civil liberties groups immediate- fee after citing security concerns, the lawsuit stated. In response, the fra- that encouraged schools to take a sion process. But the opinion’s racial isolation.” ly decried the move, saying it went ternity offered to cover expenses for additional security, obtained insur- student’s race into account to author, Anthony Kennedy, The Obama approach replaced against decades of court rulings that ance and showed photos of past fraternity events. encourage diversity in admissions. announced his resignation last Bush-era policy from a decade ear- permit colleges and universities to The restaurant’s owner, however, was unmoved, citing problems with The shift would give schools and week, giving President Donald lier that discouraged affirmative take race into account. the fraternity’s “kind” in the past. universities the federal govern- Trump a chance to replace him with action programs and instead In 2016, the Supreme Court, in an The federal discrimination lawsuit alleged that Cypress Inn refused ment’s blessing to take a race-neu- a justice who will be more reliably encouraged the use of race-neutral opinion written by Kennedy, grant- services that it has provided to white customers. It asks the court for tral approach to the students they skeptical of affirmative action. alternatives, like percentage plans ed affirmative action policies a nar- compensatory damages, punitive damages, and an injunction that would consider for admission. Such guid- The guidance from the Obama and economic diversity programs. row victory by permitting race to be stop the restaurant from racially discriminating against others. administration gave The Trump administration sig- among the factors considered in the schools a frame- naled Tuesday that it planned to college admission process. work for “consider- reinstate the Bush administration’s Continued on page 3 West Point Gets ing race to further the compelling First Black Superintendent interests in achiev- Volunteers Join Forces to U.S. Army Lieutenant General Darryl A. Williams ing diversity and has been named the 60th superintendent of the United avoiding racial iso- Brighten Neighborhoods States Military Academy at West Point, making him lation.” the first African American to command the school, In a 2011 policy which was founded in 1802. document, the General Williams assumed command during a cer- administration said emony in Jefferson Hall. A 1983 graduate of West ance does not have the force of law, schools have a “compelling inter- Point, he holds masters’ degrees in Leadership but schools could use it to help est” in ensuring a diverse student Development, Military Art and Science and National defend themselves against lawsuits body, and that while race should not Security Strategic Studies. He succeeded Lieutenant General Robert L. over their admission policies. be the primary factor in an admis- Caslen, Jr., who retired from the Army after 43 years. The action comes amid Supreme sion decision, schools could lawful- In 2015, West Point, which is based in West Point, N.Y., erected cadet Court turnover expected to produce ly consider it in achieving diversity. barracks, honoring Four-Star General Benjamin O. Davis, who was the a more critical eye toward schools’ The administration issued a simi- fourth African American and the first in the 20th century to graduate affirmative action policies. lar guidance document in 2016 from the Academy. The high court’s most recent sig- aimed at giving schools a frame- General Williams served as Deputy Chief of Staff of the United States nificant ruling on the subject bol- work for “considering race to fur- Army in Europe, which is located in Wiesbaden, Germany. He also was Deputy Commanding General for Support for the 2nd Infantry Division in the Republic of Korea. In addition, he was Commanding General for the United States Army Warrior Transition Command and Assistant Free STEM Camp Prepares Shown are volunteers painting a home in Old Floradale Surgeon General for Warrior Care and Transition. Williams is a native Last week, Northwest Jax landscaping and cleaning at each of Alexandria, Virginia. Youth for Opportunities in Life Community Development Corp. home selected for the iniaititive. held their annual ‘Paint the Town’ “This is the first time my home has Senators Introduce Bill to neighborhood improvement project been painted in 40 years,” said focusing on the Magnolia Gardens longtime resident Ruth Roberts Make Lynching a Federal Crime and Old Floradale neighborhoods. sighting economic reasons for her Three African-American U.S. Senators have introduced a bill in Over the course of five days, vol- homes lack of upkeep. Her home Congress that if passed and signed into law would make lynching a fed- unteers assisted in the painting and was among those selected for the eral crime. It is similar to legislation introduced earlier this month in the beautification of eight homes makeover, which she cited as a life House by U.S. Rep. Bobby Rush. belonging to elderly or disabled changing event for her. Senators Cory Booker, Kamala Harris and Tim Scott introduced the residents. Beautification effots “I can’t tell you how good it feels “Justice for Victims of Lynching Act 2018.” The legislation would make included trash removal, painting, to walk outside now,” she said. lynching punishable as a hate crime. Gov Track, which keeps track of legislation, does not have a record of the legislation. The proposed law also does not have a Senate bill num- Comedian Brings Star Power to ber. The lawmakers introduced the legislation after The National Memorial Jax to Bring Together Community for Peace and Justice and the Legacy Museum opened in April. The museum, which is based in Montgomery, Alabama, is a memori- al to the 4,400 black men, women and children lynched between 1877 and 1950 in 12 Southern states. Lynchings didn’t just include hanging people without benefit of a trial, they also involved burning blacks at the stake. And as victims pleaded for mercy, happy onlookers cut off their fingers, hands, heads and in the case of men their genitals. reported that the main years of lynching occurred between 1890 to 1937. Super Bowl White House Visit Axed In a series of events that the Trump White House has become known for, a visit by the 2018 NFL Super Bowl Champion Philadelphia Eagles was cancelled after they informed the White House that a small team delegation of about ten players was planning to attend. The White House Press Office sent out a statement from President Trump that in part read that the Philadelphia Eagles “were unable to come to the White House with their full team” and that. “They disagree with their President, because he insists that they proudly stand for the Shown is Christian Harrell constructing an robotic car Shown at the free July 4th event are Yolanda Hightower, comedian National Anthem, hand on heart, in honor of the great men and women As the American workforce continues to evolve, areas of study like Lil Duval, Andre Bens and Titiana Bens of our military and the people of our country. The Eagles wanted to send science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) have Jacksonville native Roland Powell better known by his comedic stage a smaller delegation, but the 1,000 fans planning to attend the event become critical as we prepare students for the jobs of the future. A non- name, “Lil Duval”, held his annual come together day Independence Day deserve better.” profit summer camp sponsored by Great Expectations Educational Street Festival in the heart of the city on Myrtle Ave. and Kings Rd. Lil In response to the cancelled White House event, former Eagles wide Resources and Support (GEERS) Kidzxtreme Fun Camp is charged Duval chose his stage name to pay homage to his Jacksonville roots. receiver Torrey Smith tweeted, “It’s a cowardly act to cancel the cele- with instilling that desire in area youth. Playing to sell out crowds, Powell returns to the city ever year to give back bration because the majority of the people don’t want to see you. To For the past three years, the camp has focused on providing a fun-filled to the community. Duval motivates youth at the festival, while having fun make it about the anthem is foolish.” project-based learning environment for youth in kindergarten through showcasing his Jacksonville roots on his social media platforms. Attendees In a statement about the cancelled visit, the eighth grade. Over 120 campers explore unique activities daily in liter- enjoyed a buffet style dinner and refreshments. Duval attended First Coast White House said, “We will honor our great coun- acy, art, science and robotics. The camp is housed at the SAL Tech High School before moving to Atlanta to pursue his dream of becoming an try, pay tribute to the heroes who fight to protect Charter High school building on Walgreen road. The organization is international comedian. He’s been a finalist on BET's comedy competition it, and loudly and proudly play the National committed to narrowing the achievement gap and developing the next series Coming to the Stage and has starred on MTV shows, Guy Code and Anthem.” generation of innovators. Hip Hop Squares. KFP Photo Page 2 - Ms. Perry’s Free Press July 5 - 11, 2018

Democratic National Committee Launches “Seat at the National College of Probate Table” Tour, a New Black Women Outreach Initiative Judges Educating Communities The Democratic National Commit- mayors, will consist of listening and tee has launched a new initiative, the training sessions for Black women. Under First President of Color Seat At the Table Tour, a Black “This is the Democratic Party’s op- Tamara Curry of Charleston, S.C. is women outreach tour designed to portunity to show that we want more the first African-American president of “rebuild relationships, restore trust, than just Black Women’s votes. We the National College of Probate Judges. and strengthen infrastructure within also need and want Black Women’s She is an associate judge for the communities to champion Demo- input, ideas, and organizing power,” Charleston County probate court. cratic values and build towards elec- Waikinya Clanton, the DNC’s direc- Educating the public about the impor- toral victories.” tor of African American outreach, tance of estate planning has been a priority Black women have been the Dem- told Refinery29. “We want to hear for her. ocratic Party’s most reliable voting from Black Women across this coun- "Sometimes when people think of es- bloc since the 1990s. Doug Jones’ try about what keeps them up at night tates and wills they also think of death. It's win over Roy Moore in the Alabama and what we can do to help fix it. really about preparation," she said. Senate special election in December Whether it’s training candidates on Having someone already designated to especially highlighted Black how to address certain issues, train- make financial and health care decisions if women’s power; they were largely ing organizers on how to advocate on that becomes necessary avoids the addi- Judge Tamara Curry credited to lifting Jones to victory issues locally or connecting Black tional expense and time associated with going to court to establish through on the ground organizing women Democrat. We want to con- guardianship. and voter registration efforts. nect and work with Black women to "It's important that you make whatever your desires are known," she Despite this, however, the Demo- help move this country forward in a said. cratic Party has been criticized for real and meaningful way.” In Charleston County, she presides over the management of estates, neglecting the needs of Black women The tour officially kicked off June trusts, guardianships and conservatorships. She hears cases in the adult and not adequately supporting Black ticularly in Alabama, have been op- According to the DNC, the tour, in 16 in Brooklyn, where the late Con- and juvenile drug courts and in mental health court. The probate court women who are running for office. erating with little institutional sup- collaboration with the Congressional gresswoman Shirley Chisholm, the also issues marriage licenses. The drug and mental health courts help those Many Black women candidates, par- port, as Refinery29 reported in June. Black Caucus and Black female first Black woman elected to Con- charged with non-violent offenses avoid jail time through programs fo- gress, was honored. cused on problem solving that aim to prevent repeat offenders. According to Black Women In Pol- The National College of Probate Judges is the only organization dedi- Supreme Court Deals Blow itics, a database of Black women run- cated exclusively to improving probate law and probate courts. It was es- ning for office, there are 603 Black tablished in response to concern about the time and costs involved in estate women candidates this year. administration. to Labor, Black Workers “This is our chance to invest in Before becoming a probate judge, Curry worked at The Curry Law Firm more than just candidates and state of North Charleston with her husband, Eduardo Curry. She is a graduate public-sector workers across the parties but opportunity to invest in of South Carolina State University and earned her law degree at the Uni- country, Black women in particular infrastructure and people who help versity of Tennessee. could be hurt by Janus, as they are sustain communities,” Clanton said. disproportionately represented in public sector jobs,” said the Eco- Family of 3-Year Old Girl Who Had Gun Pointed at nomic Policy Institute (EPI) before the ruling. “They make up 17.7 per- cent of public-sector workers, or Her by Police is Awarded $2.5 Million Settlement about 1.5 million workers.” The Chicago City Council has City Council agreed on a $2.5 mil- That fact did not sway the nation’s awarded a $2.5 million settlement to lion settlement from the lawsuit. $1 highest court. Ruling on the last day the family of Davianna Simmons million of that money will go directly of the its term, Justice Samuel Alito after concluding that the Chicago Po- to Davianna, mostly for her treat- wrote the majority opinion with the lice Department violated the family’s ment. Her mother will receive court’s conservatives joining him. civil rights when police officers $238,000 while two of her grandpar- “Under Illinois law, public employ- raided their house and ultimately ents will divide $238,000. Another ees are forced to subsidize a union, pointed a gun at then 3-year-old Da- $1 million will be paid to the law even if they choose not to join and vianna, causing her severe trauma. firm that assisted in the case. strongly object to the positions the On August 29, 2013, Davianna had “We fought like hell against the union takes in collective bargaining to witnesse police breaking into their City of Chicago and the Chicago Po- and related activities,” Alito wrote. house, pointing a loaded gun at her lice Department all throughout this “We conclude that this arrangement chest, holding a gun to her grand- lawsuit,” said Attorney Hofeld. “Two Labor leaders, elected officials and Municipal Employees (AFSCME), violates the free speech rights of non- mother’s head, and beating her hand- of the officers involved even lied in others were quick to react to the re- the court ruled the fees are unconsti- members by compelling them to sub- cuffed mother, Aretha Simmons. Davianna Simmons court about being suspended.” cent decision by the U.S. Supreme tutional, and, reverses a 40-year-old sidize private speech on matters of To make it much worse, the police, statements was true. Amidst all that, Davianna, now 8- Court that says public sector unions precedent that overturns laws in 22 substantial public concern.” who had a warrant for drug dealer Davianna’s family filed a lawsuit years old, still fears sirens, often has cannot charge fees to employees who states. The decision has the potential to Alonzo McFadden, raided the wrong in November 2014 in connection to nightmares and wakes up screaming. decline to join a union but are cov- Analysts and labor experts said the decimate the financial coffers of lo- house after receiving a false tip from the raid. Their attorney, Al Holfeld Jr. Dr. Niranjan Karnik, a pediatric psy- ered by its collective bargaining decision will have a disproportionate cals across the country at a time an informant. The warrant mistak- argued that the police do not consider chiatrist at Rush Medical Center says agreement. impact on Black workers, particu- when collective bargaining, pension enly stated that he was related to the children during arrests, noting that “it that it was “one of the worst cases of In a 5-4 decision in Janus v. Amer- larly female. “While the outcome of security and workplace violence is at Simmons family and was living at is not even on CPD’s radar.” child Post Traumatic Stress Disorder ican Federation of State, County and the case will affect about 17 million an all time high. their residence. Neither of those However, on June 27, the Chicago [he’s ever seen].”

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Shown are the volunteers (l-r) Annie McCaleb Smith, Richard & Van Grace, Tim & Marilyn Duncan, Jasmine Duncan, Sylvester & Dolores Williams, Clifford & Patricia Martin, C. J & Natalie Reed, Johnnie Mae Shaw, Andre Lee Jr, Margaret Anderson, Diane Weaver, Jimmie Washington, Pamela Perkins, David Washington, Deborah Dickerson. Seated (l-r) Sarah Dowdell, Rochelle Hamm, Herlena Washington, Jackie Bartletto and Anita Sanders. Stanton Grads Attend Marker The Duval Academy Advisory strate and reinforce a positive way (T4C), curriculum that addresses job searches and community Board held their annual Volunteer of life for the young men in the pro- cognitive and emotional needs. restoration activities. Dedication at Historic Landmark Appreciation luncheon to honor the gram. The vision is to simply The program also provides the The Duval County School By C.B. McIntosh volunteers that annually support the change one life at a time. "Character Counts" curriculum, District administers the educational A group of dedicated Stanton graduates, one of Jacksonville’s most his- organization. The board meets The Duval Academy is a residen- which addresses life skills, "Impact component of the program, which toric institutions, recently gathered to commemorate its founding principal monthly to discuss volunteer oppor- tial treatment program that serves of Crime," and restorative justice. allows students to remain in the and African American icon, James Weldon Johnson. tunities for the young men. 28 males, ages 14 to 18, who have These areas of focus help youth public school system. The academ- Representing several generations, the group of 26 former students wit- Activities typically include partici- been adjudicated through juvenile understand the impact criminal ic setting is a Type 2 program, nessed the dedication of the marble memorial to Johnson outside of Old pation in area health walks, various courts. Youth receive individual and activities have on individuals, fam- offering English, Math, Science, Stanton High in Historic LaVilla on Ashley Street. The graduates repre- community-based events, feeding group mental health services in ilies and communities. All youth Social Studies and one elective sented Old Stanton High, Stanton Vocational, and New Stanton High the homeless, and fundraisers addition to substance abuse coun- admitted have approved judicial course. The elective course is typi- schools. It is the fourth structure erected on the site. aimed at giving to those in need. seling services. Select youth partic- consent permitting off-site activi- cally used to provide remediation in In 1868, a hand full of freed slaves purchased this Duval County prop- The board's goal is to demon- ipate in the "Thinking for Change" ties, which allows participation in the areas of reading and math. erty for $800 and directed the development of its first school in 1869. This was the first time in a half decade graduates of the school have had the opportunity to formally visit the building. Local alum, Kenneth Reddick, organizes an annual gala for all Stanton grads as an opportunity to fellow- PAL Sports Amateurs Qualify for AAU Games ship and commemorates the school’s rich history. Reddick remarked, “This is a great opportunity for graduates to see the Tennis great, Billie Jean King, potential for development of the site, especially those who live out of once said, “Sports teaches you char- town.” Out of town graduates visiting the site were Gwen and Bill acter, it teaches you to play by the Williams of Hampton, VA; Francena Hardwick Calhoun of East Orange, rules, it teaches you to know what it NJ; and Nathaniel Jackson of St. Augustine, FL. feels like to win and lose-it teaches The Historic Stanton Board of Trustees was delighted with the idea you about life.” An excellent exam- according to 1943 alumnus Dr. C.B. McIntosh, who manages the property ple of the value of sports is found in and 1947 alumnus Priscilla M. Williamson, board secretary. “There should the Jacksonville Police Athletic be more of this type of activity on the part of the board to fully involve the League’s (PAL) Road Runners graduates in the future of this property.” said Williamson. Track and Field Team. During the event, Dr. McIntosh mentioned the dire need for additional Spearheading the program is alumni contributions in order to meet the seven million dollar renova- Officer Elliott VanDyke and several tion/construction goal. The grads discussed strategies for fundraising and inspiring volunteer coaches. planning associated with events like the September 17th Building Through the hard work of the Rededication. coaches and youth, the team has The group also had the chance to see the occupied tenant areas of the won over 230 medals this season 18,000 square feet school, which now houses the Jacksonville Centre of compared to 64 in 2017. Currently, the Arts, a pre-professional preparatory school for dance art, and Pampered 20 of the hardworking student ath- Prodigy, Early Learning Center for Infants and toddlers. letes have qualified to compete in the 52nd Athletic Amateur Union (AAU) Junior Olympic Games that End of Affirmative Action will be held from July 28th to August 4th. Continued from page 1 Justice Antonin Scalia died after the JaxPAL's track team has been Kennedy wrote that the court heard arguments in the case motivating young track and field University of Texas’ admission plan but before the decision was handed athletes for more than 15 years, Shown are the amateur athletes at Mallison Park practicing for the Orlando Championship games. was in line with past court deci- down. with several of its participants Attached photo: L-R Row 1: DeJuan Palmer, Gabrielle Jackson, DeWayne Palmer; Row 2: Audrey Ellis, sions that allowed for the consider- Eight states already prohibit the going on to compete in collegiate Zachary Burney, Tyler McDaniel, Kyla Coleman, Arryon Bookins, Kai Dawkins; Third Row: Zion Watson, ation of race to promote diversity use of race in public college admis- level sports and some at the profes- Michelle Jackson, Jaden Cooley, Jasmine Genyard, Janiyah Cooley, London Dawkins. T. Austin photo on college campuses. sions: Arizona, California, Florida, sional level, including Chicago The ruling bitterly disappointed Michigan, Nebraska, New Bears cornerback Kevin Tolliver tration begins in December and ing the AAU Regionals and Club Championships in Orlando FL, conservatives who thought that Hampshire, Oklahoma and III. Track season runs from March goes through April. Championships. You can catch the from July 8th through 14th. For Kennedy would be part of a Washington. through August of each year. For Participants compete in an aver- JaxPAL Road Runners in action more information visit www.jax- Supreme Court majority to outlaw The Wall Street Journal first interested youth or parents, regis- age of ten meets per season includ- next at the AAU Club pal.com. affirmative action in education. reported the move. DARRYL R. JACKSON, C.P.A., P.A. 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Diatribes on life in the African-American Diaspora by Reggie Fullwood Policy is an Inapt Solution to an Imaginary Crisis “The facts set forth before the Court portray reactive governance -- Are Affirmative Action Programs Needed? responses to address a chaotic circumstance of the Government's own I can just picture The Donald, and races that has made America tion existed in hiring practices and arguments for affirmative action in making. They belie measured and ordered governance, which is central to oops I meant President Trump, sit- so exceptional in the past is now educational opportunities despite the past. The only difference in the concept of due process enshrined in our Constitution. This is particu- ting around the table with some of seen in a negative context to some. dramatic Civil Rights victories like present day society is the form of larly so in the treatment of migrants, many of whom are asylum seekers his most devious and cunning advi- There are actually Americans that Brown v. Board of Education. discrimination that exists. Today and small children”. -- U.S. District Judge Dana M. Sabrow, June 26, 2018 sors – what can we do to keep our believe we should ban Muslims Even after the passage of civil there’s still a lack of equality in The images of weeping children housed in chain-link cages has horri- base engaged and fired up? We and feel that the Black Lives rights laws beginning in the 1960s, government contractors, educa- fied the nation. The Trump Administration’s “zero tolerance” policy of need to keep the “Take America Matter organization is a terrorist the road to equal opportunity for tion, housing financing/loans and imprisoning asylum seekers and wrenching families apart has proved so Back” and “Build a Wall” contin- group. minorities and women was like hiring practices. toxic that it has been forced to abandon it – at least officially – and has gent of bigots and uninformed I am not sure what America we climbing the rough side of moun- One would think that I would not been ordered to reunite those already separated. motivated. live in today. So how exactly do we tain, and many programs – even have to convince minorities of the Meanwhile, the House of Representatives failed to pass a broad immi- What issues other than make America great again? No, I affirmative action efforts generate need for affirmative action, but the gration bill that would have addressed family separations at the border and Mexicans, Hilary Clinton and am not going there this week. So very slow progress. reality is that for some who are the status of Dreamers – another “chaotic circumstance of the Muslims can we use to our benefit? why does such a necessary initia- But for affirmative action pro- blind, they can’t comprehend that Government’s own making” resulting from cancellation of the Deferred Hmmm…. Our base hates any- tive like affirmative action in edu- grams at major colleges around the all minorities have benefited from Action on Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program. thing that seems as if minorities are cation have such a negative conno- country, many blacks would not some sort of affirmative action It’s hard to imagine what kind of crisis would justify the trauma being being favored over good old white tation to so many? have been admitted despite their program. inflicted on refugee families and Dreamers. But the fact is, there is no cri- guys – that’s it. Let’s go after those Through years of propaganda academic credentials. After slav- And as African Americans fight sis. admissions guidelines that Obama and false marketing, the American ery ended, most African Americans to hold on to initiatives that Illegal crossings of the southern border have steadily declined over the sent to all public colleges and uni- public has been lead to believe that attended predominantly black col- attempt to provide a level playing last decade, last year reaching its lowest level in nearly 50 years. Writing versities. No, they didn’t really say affirmative action is all about tak- leges, many established by church- field, the number of people who in The Atlantic, City University of New York Professor Peter Beinart use “affirmative action” in your ing away opportunities for white es and states as segregated institu- object to affirmative action pro- points out that, despite a slight uptick this year, drastically falling birth admissions policies, but they did males and simply giving jobs to tions. A few went to predominantly grams continues to grow. With a rates in Mexico mean there simply is a far smaller pool of potential say that race can be considered unqualified minorities and women. white institutions, in which by Supreme Court that grows more migrants. A higher percentage of those crossing the southern border now when trying to promote diversity That certainly has not been the 1954, about one percent of enter- conservative with every new are fleeing violence-plagued Guatemala, Honduras, and El Salvador. amongst students and faculty. case, and although conservatives ing freshman were black. appointment and a White House It is these refugees who make up the overwhelming majority of children This week, the Trump adminis- have attacked the practice of affir- Only in the wake of affirmative being led by a man that isn’t afraid who have been separated from their parents. tration announced that it is moving mative action for years,the action measures in the late 1960s to use race politics and fear to What effect do these illegal border crossings have on American society, to rescind Obama-era guidance to Supreme Court has upheld race- and early 1970s did the percentage appease his base, programs like that such drastic measures should be taken in response? Claims of an colleges and universities on how conscious college admission prac- of black college students begin to affirmative action are certainly immigrant-fueled crime wave are blatantly false. According to a study by they can use race in admissions tices as recently as 2016.. climb steadily (in 1970, 7.8 percent doomed. the National Academy of Sciences, "Immigrants are in fact much less like- decisions to promote diversity. Affirmative action goes back to of college students were black; in Signing off from two floors ly to commit crime than natives, and the presence of large numbers of By the way, the Supreme Court 1961 when in response to the civil 1980, 9.1 percent; and in 1990, beneath the glass ceiling, immigrants seems to lower crime rates." The study added that "This dis- has been consistent over several rights movement, President John F. 11.3 percent). Reggie Fullwood parity also holds for young men most likely to be undocumented immi- decades in its rulings on the lawful Kennedy created a Committee on So there were many compelling grants: Mexican, Salvadoran, and Guatemalan men." use of race in affirmative action at Equal Employment Opportunity The study concluded, "Today, the belief that immigrants are more like- colleges and universities. Again, and issued Executive Order 10925, ly to commit crimes is perpetuated by ‘issue entrepreneurs’ who promote Trump is nothing more than a which used the term "affirmative the immigrant-crime connection in order to drive restrictionist immigra- magician. Give me all the attention action" to refer to measures tion policy." I desire while I trick you into designed to achieve non-discrimi- What of the economic effects of immigration? The U.S. Department of thinking that I know what I am nation. Health and Human Services last year found that refugees brought in $63 doing. In 1965, President Johnson billion more in government revenues over the past decade than they cost. But back to affirmative action, is issued Executive Order 11246 The Trump Administration rejected the findings. it still needed? Without any kind of requiring federal contractors to With falling rates of illegal border crossings, relatively low crime rates scientific survey I can tell you that take affirmative action to ensure among immigrant communities and a net positive economic benefit from traditionally blacks say that we still equality of employment opportuni- refugees, what could possibly be fueling the Administration’s brutal crack- need the policies and the majority ty without regard to race, religion down on immigrants? of whites say we do not. This may and national origin. In 1968, gen- One clue may lie in the fact that negative views about immigrants was be a news flash to some, but der was added to the protected cat- a significant factor in determining how people voted in the Presidential America is still a nation that is egories. election. The so-called immigration crisis is a classic case of inventing a divided when it comes to race rela- But the bigger and more obvious disease in order to sell the cure. But instead of losing a few dollars to gain tions and perceptions of who we question is if there is still a need a bottle of useless snake oil, we are losing our soul as a nation and gain- are as a nation. for affirmative action? In the past it ing the destructive force of fear. The great diversity of cultures was crystal clear that discrimina- A Wake-up Call for Democrats by Dr. Julianne ers who had been dismissed." Lacking being elected governor. mer NAACP President Ben Jealous, won mittee chairmanship in Congress if Malveaux money for the television ads Crowley Unfortunately, the national Democratic the Democratic gubernatorial nomination Democrats can take the House back. Or, if I've never met spent hundreds of thousands of dollars on, Party and some state parties have done a in Maryland. His opponent, Prince Democrats can win the house, it will put Alexandria Ocasio- Ocasio-Cortez used social media to get the poor job of dealing with the nation's shift- George's County Executive Rushern Pressley in line to be a committee chair Cortez, a 28-year word about her candidacy out. ing demographics, and with the demand Baker, was in many ways both the superi- just a few years from now. Capuano for- old New York She didn't mind being sharply critical of from younger, browner, and more focused or candidate and the one better poised to gets that demographics have shifted in his activist, but I am surely looking forward to Crowley, highlighting his disconnection voters to dispense with business as usual. beat Republican governor Larry Hogan. Congressional district, which is now it. This giant-slayer of an organizer (she from the New York district that includes In Washington State, for example, Tirzah But Jealous had the Bernie machine and majority-minority. He also ignores that worked for Senator Bernie Sanders during parts of the Bronx and Queens, and focus- Idahosa is a candidate for the 30th Senate the enthusiasm of younger people who fact that not so long ago he, too, was a jun- the 2016 campaign) was out-spent, but ing on the demographic mismatch District. The union member, volunteer saw Baker as "business as usual." ior person in Congress. certainly not out-worked, by her opponent, between a 50 plus white man representing lobbyist, former correctional officer and In Boston, City Councilor Ayanna Younger, more progressive Democrats Rep. Joseph Crowley (D-NY). a district that is majority minority. Ocasio- foster parent is a founder of Democrats for Pressley has challenged incumbent like Ocasio-Cortez and Pressley aren't try- Crowley had served in Congress for ten Cortez's hard work paid off – she had more Diversity and Inclusion and a precinct cap- Representative Mike Capuano (D-Ma) for ing to "wait their turn," they are trying to terms and was the fourth-highest ranking than 57 percent of the vote, hardly a nail- tain. In a primary race with another his congressional seat. Capuano has used turn our country around. The Democratic Democrat in Congress, one who had open- biter. Democrat, she tells me that she has been the power of his incumbency to persuade Party ought to look at these candidacies as ly coveted Congresswoman Nancy In some ways, Ms. Ocasio-Cortez advised to "wait her turn" or to run for members of the Congressional Black a second wake-up call. The first happened Pelosi's position as Minority Leader in sounds something like Stacey Abrams, the something "lesser" like the school board. Caucus, including civil rights icon, when Senator Bernie Sanders nearly beat Congress. He spent $1.5 million in his Democratic powerhouse who made histo- Don't these mainstream Democrats get Congressman John Lewis, to support him, Senator Hillary Clinton for the first primary race since 2004, while ry when she became the first-African that advising folks to "wait their turn" is a colleague, instead of Councilor Pressley. Democratic nomination and lit a fire Ocasio-Cortez spent just a fraction of that. American woman to win a primary party what is turning so many away from the If some of the CBC representatives spent among young change agents that won't be Congresswoman-elect Alexandra nomination for governor and in the South, polls? President Barack Obama didn't time with Ayanna Pressley, they'd like her contained by the power of incumbency or Ocasio-Cortez (wow! It feels good to type at that. When Abrams first declared her wait his turn when he was advised to, and and wish they had someone with her pas- the condescending rhetoric that folks that, and she is a shoo-in because the dis- candidacy she was met with skepticism, he beat Hilary Clinton soundly and out of sion as a colleague. But Capuano thinks should "wait their turn." trict is mostly Democratic) won because, and especially from some in the turn! his seniority (he has only been in office 5 Julianne Malveaux is an author and econo- despite fewer funds and less name recog- Democratic Party establishment. But she Mainstream Democrats didn't get the years) should be persuasive and dismissed mist. Her latest book “Are We Better Off? nition, she had a ground game that did not had been registering some of the voters Bernie memo, but Senator Bernie Sanders Pressley's candidacy by telling the Boston Race, Obama and Public Policy” is available quit. The day after her election, she told that the party had ignored, and if she can had a good night on Tuesday, June 25. Not Globe "if we decide to send junior people, via www.amazon.com for booking, wholesale inquiries or for more info visit www.julian- CNN that her team "knocked on doors that get about 100,000 more registered and only did he have the Ocasio-Cortez victo- good luck." nemalveaux.com had never been knocked on, reaching vot- voting, she has an excellent chance of ry to savor, but another of his acolytes, for- His rank will yield his a key subcom-

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FOR THE WEEK OF JULY 3 - 9, 2018 Jones new Texas Southern hoops coach

HOUSTON - Texas South- him. ern KDVKLUHGDQRWKHUKLJKSURÀOH "Those guys really grilled me ™ basketball coach to continue its and acted like they had never seen dominance in the Southwestern my resume when we had an oppor- Athletic Conference. tunity to sit down and talk," Jones The school announced last said. Wednesday that Johnny Jones, "But I think because of the the former head coach at LSU seriousness of this program and of the Southeastern Conference what they were looking for going (SEC), will be the man to replace forward, they wanted to make sure Morehouse Sports Photo Mike Davis who departed TSU I understood that. NEW MEN WALKER: SIAC player after six years to become the new And I think I was able to artic- of the year at Morehouse head coach at Detroit Mercy. ulate that I had a great understand- AT THE one of four HBCU play- Davis, who led the Tigers to ing of what this program is about." TOP ers on NBA Summer four regular season, SWAC Tour- During a 17 year career in League rosters. nament titles and NCAA Tourna- which he has amassed a 295-234 TEXAS SOUTHERN HIRES JONES; KNOX TO ment berths in six years, had been overall mark, Jones also spent LEAD CoSIDA; CIAA GETS COORDINATORS the head coach at Indiana of the Texas Southern Sports Photo one year as interim head coach Big Ten, replacing coaching leg- INTO THE FIRE: Former LSU head coach Johnny Jones was announced at Memphis where his team went end Bobby Knight, before becom- last Wednesday as the new head basketball coach at Texas Southern, 15-16 prior to him taking the head ing head coach at Alabama-Birmh- replacing successful former TSU head coach Mke Davis who left to take coaching job at North Texas. ingham. over at Detroit Mercy. Jones is a 17-year coaching veteran with a 295-234 Jones played at LSU from UNDER THE BANNER Administrators at TSU hope record as a head coach. 1980-84 and was an assistant

WHAT'S GOING ON IN AND AROUND BLACK COLLEGE SPORTS Jones can be just as successful. coach under Dale Brown for a total Prior to arriving at Texas to two NCAA tournaments while head basketball coach at Texas of 13 seasons. Southern, Jones served as associ- compiling a 190-146 overall record. Southern University," said Jones in His 90 victories at the univer- KNOX NAMED CoSIDA PRESIDENT: ate head coach at the University In his lone year at Nevada, his opening remarks. sity was the most of any coach at NATIONAL HARBOR, MARYLAND - Rob Knox, RI1HYDGDDIWHUDÀYH\HDUVWLQWDW Jones helped guide the program He went on to speak about the /68 LQ WKHLU ÀUVW ÀYH \HDUV DQG a Lincoln (Pa.) University LSU where he compiled a 90-72 to a Sweet Sixteen appearance in challenges that come with the suc- he concluded his career there as graduate who also served record. the 2018 NCAA Men's Basketball cess TSU has had and how TSU the fourth-winningest coach in the stints in sports information at LSU hired Jones after a suc- Tournament. Athletics Director Dr. Charles programs' storied history. his alma mater and at Coppin cessful 11-year run at North Tex- "I can't tell you how excited I McClelland and President Dr. as where he took the Mean Green am to be here today and be the 15th Austin Lane impressed that upon State University, ascend- ed to the position of pres- ident of the College Sports Information Directors of BCSP Notes America (CoSIDA) during the organization's annual meeting HBCU stars on 2018 NBA Towson Sports Photo last week here just outside of KNOX: Becomes second Washington, D.C. Summer League teams Look for four former outstanding HBCU HBCU alum and African- Knox, who now American president of hoopsters on NBA summer league teams as SID organization. serves as Athletic Media Re- play begins this week. lations Associate Director at Zach Lofton, the 2017 SWAC Player of Towson University took the gavel from outgoing CoSIDA the Year at Texas Southern, former Morgan President Rob Carolla last Friday. Carolla is the Director State standouts Tiwian Kendley and Phillip of Communications at College Football's 150th Anniversa- Carr and Morehouse 2018 SIAC Player of the year Tyrius Walker have impressed NBA brass ry and will transition to Past President as he completes his enough in tryouts to earn summer league roster Kendley Carr Stewart Greenwood ZRUNRQWKHERDUGDVDQRIÀFHU spots. Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference’s In 2006, she was selected to officiate the NCAA An award-winning communications professional, Lofton, who played at five college pro- Player of the Year, NABC All American, Division II Elite Eight, Final Four, and National Knox brings over 15 years of media experience to his new grams before finishing his Division II All-South Region team, and All- Championship Games. Most recently, Stewart has career this season at New role. A 1996 Lincoln graduate, Knox is one of the most District first team. served as the Coordinator of Women's Basketball Mexico State, signed with LQÁXHQWLDOSDVVLRQDWHDQGDFFRPSOLVKHGDWKOHWLFFRPPX- Walker led the SIAC in scoring (22.8 Officials for the MEAC and as a NCAA Regional the Detroit Pistons after not nications professionals in the country. points per game) and steals, and was ranked Evaluator. being selected in last week’s in the Top 10 in 3-point shooting, free throw Greenwood began his officiating career in He will serve as the 64th president of CoSIDA for a NBA Draft. percentage, assists, and assist-to-turnover ratio. 1981 and is no stranger to the CIAA, having RQH\HDUWHUPLQDIWHUVHUYLQJDVÀUVWYLFHSUHVL- He played at San worked 15 CIAA Basketball Tournaments from dent during this past academic year. Jacinto Junior College Lofton 1994-2009. In 2011, he was inducted in to before playing at Illinois He becomes the second HBCU alum and second Afri- Holloman named interim AD the CIAA Basketball Officials Hall of Fame. State. He had a short stint at Minnesota but can-American president in the history of the organization. Greenwood has spent 20 years officiating at the did not play there before playing his final two at Fort Valley State Knox is the third ethnic minority to serve in the CoSIDA Division I level including working the NCAA seasons at TSU and New Mexico State. FORT VALLEY, GA — Anthony Tournament for 12 years. His background includes presidency, following Bob Smith (Rutgers,1987-88) and He was a double-figure scorer at each stop, Holloman, Fort Valley State University vice over 30-years of on-court officiating experience. -RH+HUQDQGH] %DOO6WDWH +HEHFRPHVWKHÀUVW averaging 16.7 points in the 2016-17 season president for advancement, will assume the In 2009, Greenwood was named the African-American president of CoSIDA since 1987. playing for Mike Davis at TSU while earning additional role of interim athletics director Supervisor of Officials for the Ivy League and the league's player of the year award. In his effective immediately. Smith is also an alum of Lincoln (Pa). He and Knox the Patriot League and deals with more than 120 final year of college eligibility, he averaged a Holloman succeeds Dr. Darryl Pope, who are also members of Lincoln's Athletics Hall of Fame. basketball officials between the two leagues. career-best 20.0 points at NMSU. The 6-4, 180- had served as AD since August, 2016. A native of Chester, Pennsylvania, Knox was inducted From 2011-2014, he also served as the Supervisor pound combo guard shot 45.6% from the field In this role, Holloman will focus on grow- of Officials for the Atlantic Ten Conference. into The Lincoln University Athletic Hall of Fame in Sep- and 38% (87 of 229) on 3-pointers this season. LQJ ÀQDQFLDO VXSSRUW IRU DWKOHWLFV SURJUDPV tember 2015. Kendley, a 6-5 shooting guard, and Carr, while continuing to increase operational effec- "It's a tremendous blessing to serve as CoSIDA's a 6-7 forward, formed a dynamic duo for head tiveness in the division. He will also implement Facility upgrades at additional focus on student services. president for the 2018-19 academic year. I am standing on coach Todd Bozeman and both put togeth-  +ROORPDQ LV XQLTXHO\ TXDOLÀHG IRU WKH three HBCU stadiums the shoulders of giants as I transition into this prestigious er very nice careers. They were both scout- Florida A&M University (FAMU), Norfolk ed at the MEAC Tournament by Washington dual role, having served as athletics direc- role," noted Knox. State University (NSU) and Clark Atlanta Wizards' executive Ed Tapscott and both were tor at Tuskegee University in addition to "I want to thank Towson for its support of me in this senior advancement positions at a variety of University (CAU) have announced facility invited to tryout for the Wizards. upgrades entering the 2018-19 athletics season. esteemed leadership position. It is a humbling honor to colleges including Tuskegee, Jackson State Kendley is on the Wizards' summer league FAMU has announced that it is installing represent our dedicated, talented and wonderful profes- roster while Carr appears on the roster of the University, Stillman College, South Carolina State University, Tennessee State University, Astroturf in Bragg Memorial Stadium in time for sionals who have a passion for communicating the story of Philadelphia 76ers. the September 1 home opener against Fort Valley Kendley, who missed the first ten games North Carolina A&T State University, intercollegiate athletics. Johnson C. Smith University, and Wiley State. of the 2017-18 season, finished the year aver- Fellow MEAC member Norfolk State has  ´:RUNLQJZLWKWKH%RDUGRI'LUHFWRUVWKHRIÀFHVWDII aging 26.1 points per game. That figure would College. Holloman has a master's degree in while building off of the foundation established by our il- sports administration and previously coached announced that contractor R.A.D. Sports will have been tops in the MEAC and second in the install a new top-of-the-line artificial turf field at lustrious past presidents, we will continue the tremendous teams in track, football, and basketball. Under nation to Oklahoma's Trae Young had Kendley William "Dick" Price Stadium for the 2018 foot- work of empowering, educating and advocating for our played in the requisite number of games. his leadership, fundraising for the university has increased by more than sixty percent. ball season. membership during this challenging evolution in our pro- In his two years with the Bears, Kendley The current scoreboard at the CAU Panther fession." became the fastest Morgan State player to reach Stadium will be coming down and a new, state- 1,000 career points in MSU's Division I history, Knox graduated from the distinguished NCAA Lead- of-the-art video board will be erected in its place. finishing with 1,032 points in just 44 career CIAA gets new basketball ership Institute and completed the NCAA's Effective Fa- The LED video screen is 27 x 42 feet with a games. Kendley reached double figures in all officials coordinators versatile display that can be configured as a score- cilitation Workshop training program in 2016. He was 44 games at Morgan State, including 20-plus in Charlotte, NC – The Central Intercollegiate board or as a complete video board. honored in October 2017 with the Lincoln Alumni Service 30 games and reached 30 points or more seven Athletic Association (CIAA) has named Taiqua At FAMU, the turf being installed in Bragg Award. He also received a community service award from times. Stewart and Reggie Greenwood as Coordinators Stadium is the same that is currently installed at of Basketball Officials for the conference. his hometown of Chester in May 2018. An All-MEAC first team selection during Boston College, Oklahoma State and Camping his senior campaign and preseason player of Stewart assumes the Women's Basketball He served as Lincoln's Sports Information Director World Stadium in Orlando, to name a few venues. the year pick, Carr became one of only seven Coordinator of Officials position with over 20 from 2004-09 helping the program with its transition from In addition to the new turf surface at NSU, players in Morgan State history to score over years of officiating experience while Greenwood a new drainage system for the stadium will be Division III to Division II by assisting campus administra- 1,000 points and grab over 700 rebounds. He beings over 37 years of experience officiating put in place during construction. Electrical and tors with preparing information packets. became the 19th member of MSU's 1,000- and supervising as Men's Basketball Coordinator data conduits will also be placed underneath the  3ULRUWRKLVWHQXUHDW/LQFROQ.QR[VSHQWÀYH\HDUVDV point club, scoring 1,165 points in 87 games of Officials. field. Spike Zone Pro 1.75” with Envirofill infill, "The CIAA is honored and fortunate to have a sportswriter for Delaware County Daily Times. and ranks sixth on the school's charts with 741 a hybrid turf product from Shaw Sports Turf, will career rebounds, totals that he accumulated in Ms. Stewart and Mr. Greenwood back home to Before arriving at Towson, Knox worked at nearby be installed during construction. just three seasons. build on the legacy and foundation of Mr. James Coppin State and for ESPN in Bristol, Connecticut as a The video board is just one of the more than Walker, who finished his career at T. Burch," said CIAA Commissioner Jacqie 30 facility improvements across the CAU athlet- Statistics Manager in the Statistics & Analysis department Morehouse this season leading the Maroon McWilliams. "We have secured two individuals ics landscape. L.S. Epps Gymnasium has a new for two years. Tigers to a 25-3 record, signed a contract to who are highly respected nationally, regionally floor, bleachers, new, weight room, team room As a student, Knox earned a Bachelor's of Science de- play on the New York Knicks’ summer league and locally in the basketball officiating commu- and locker rooms. nity. We look forward to the passion they bring to gree in journalism and was the public address announcer team. The squad opens play July 7 when they Coming up will be the resurfacing of the take on the Atlanta Hawks. recruit, train, and retain some of the best officials of the Lincoln men's and women's basketball teams where track surrounding the CAU Panther Stadium foot- Walker recently had a tryout with the in the country and the CIAA." he earned the name, "the voice of Lincoln." ball field; upgrades to the adjacent Lady Panthers Knicks, where former Morehouse basketball Stewart is a former NCAA Division I, II, and softball field; enhancements of the football locker He also had a weekly sports show on Lincoln’s stu- great Harold Ellis is the director of player per- III official, having called games in nearly a dozen room, along with a new weight room. New brick dent radio station, WLIU. Knox was also a tour guide, stu- sonnel, and is on the summer league roster. conferences including the CIAA, Big South and iron fencing around the stadium is also sched- dent leader and a resident advisor. Walker finished his Morehouse career with Conference, Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference uled, as is a new entry way design for the stadium. a slew of awards, including being named the (MEAC), and Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC).

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Mount Sinai Hosts Historical Southside Church of God in Civil Rights Bus Tour Christ Pastor’s Anniversary Celebrate Southside Church of God in Christ Pastor’s Anniversary recog- Mount Sinai Missionary Baptist Church, 2036 Silver Street will sponsor nizing Bishop Edward Robinson and Lady Cynthia Robinson 39 years in a Historical Civil rights tour July 9th - 15th. Travel from Jacksonville to Ministry, July 19th - 21st at 7:30 p.m. This year’s theme is "A Pastor after Selma, Montgomery and Birmingham, AL to Memphis, TN and New God's Own Heart.” Enjoy the Bishop’s famous BBQ, fellowship with Orleans, LA by luxury coach. Visit the National Civil Rights Museum, friends, family and the congregation. All activities will take place at shopping, tours and more! Pastor Reverend R. L. Gundy and congregation Southside Church of God in Christ is located at 2179 Emerson St. To pre- are waiting on your call to ride with them on this historical tour. For more order your dinner and for more information call (904) 398 1625. details call the church office at (904) 354-7249. Greater El-Beth-El Divine Musical Extravaganza Holiness Church Community Honoring Reverend Mary F. Davis Attend the musical extravaganza honoring Greater New Hope A.M.E. Come Together Day Celebration Church Pastor Mary F. Davis, Sunday, July 8th at 5 p.m. Guest artist include The Greater El-Beth-El Divine Holiness Church and El-Beth-El Pastor Alexie R. Kelly and the Worshipers and Sabrina Denmark Walker. Development Center invites the community to their “Community Come Greater New Hope A.M.E. Church is located at 2708 N. Davis St. For more Mega church Crenshaw Christian Center Pastor Fred Price Jr. Together Day Celebration: We Can Do Better Together,” Sunday July 15th, info contact the church office at (904) 356-2121. returned to the helm of the church on Sunday July 1, 2018 a year at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. The church is asking for 50 men dressed in black and after stepping down over "serious personal misjudgments." white and 50 women dressed in white to show unity. As crime peaks, the church is asking that everyone work together! Morning speaker is the NOTICE: Church news is published free of Pastor Fred Price Jr. Returns Reverend Emanuel C. Quinones, pastor of House of Hope Fellowship charge. Information must be received in our Church and evening speaker is Gary Thomas, president of Martin Luther King Foundation. The church is located at 723 W. 4th Street. For further office no later than Monday, at 5 p.m. of the to Pulpit, Says He is 'No info contact Bishop Lorenzo Hall Sr. at (904) 710-1586 or email at week you want it to run. Information received [email protected]. Longer Sleeping in the Valley prior to the event date will be printed on a Mt. Olive Summer Bazaar space available basis until the date. Fax your of the Shadow of Death' Mt. Olive Primitive Baptist Church Summer Bazaar will be held Saturday, information to 904-765-8611, e-mail to More than a year after he left his in 2009. July 7th from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Enjoy a day of fun, food, games and give-a- pulpit due to "serious personal mis- Lynne Williams, CCC's pastoral ways. Bring the entire family and enjoy food, fun and excitement for all! [email protected] or bring by our offices judgments," Pastor Fred Price Jr. of executive assistant, told The The church is under the leadership of Pastor Lee Harris and located at 1913 located at 1122 West Edgewood Avenue, the Crenshaw Christian Center in Christian Post last week that a part N. Myrtle Avenue. For more info contact the church office at (904) 355- Los Angeles returned to his teach- of Price's restorative process includ- 0015. Jacksonville, Florida 32208. ing duties Sunday, declaring that he ed him and his wife, Angel, and is no longer "sleeping in the valley children attending services weekly of the shadow of death" and thank- during the time he was not in the ing his church for not "needing to pulpit and taking time to mend his ------SSPPIIRRIITTUUAALLLLYY SSPPEEAAKKIINNGG ------know all of the details." strained family life which resulted "I really want to say thank you to from his personal "misjudgments." things the Lord has done for you, those that have stood with me and With his return on Sunday, his and how He had mercy on you.” — stood by me and those that have mother, Betty Price, said, "And now Mark 5: 19. Let Life be a Testament interceded, those that have stood in my beloved son in whom I am well I am just making a point that the the gap. You didn't know much. You pleased," in a nod to Matthew 3:17 only thing God requires for the just knew that I was away and I as he walked onto the stage holding blessings He bestows upon us is to to God's Goodness appreciate you not needing to know his wife's hand in a show of unity. share the good news with others. all of the details. Just know I've "Good morning Crenshaw place where you choose to indeed in a better place in the best We are compelled to do so. We pretty much been sleeping in the Christian Center. We are so excited acknowledge God, Jesus and the hands possible. don’t have to dress up, make a valley of the shadow of death and to be back. We love you guys and Holy Spirit for your successes of Where’s the ceremony to shine speech, have a party. We simply well I'm no longer there," Price said we just want to thank you for all the the day? and let the world know, you could just need to testify as we go to congregants during a worship love that you have shown us. And Do you need a special time and not have done it, you could not through the lives we lead that it is service that was broadcast on we are home," Angel Price declared. place to acknowledge the only rea- have gotten through it, without that by His grace, by His unconditional Facebook Live. "I'll say ditto to what my wife son you’re here today is because special someone who was always love that we endure. We live and Price shocked his congregation said, what my sister said. What my the Lord saw you through? Is there there encouraging you, holding you breathe. We are because He is. last June when he announced that he mother said," Pastor Price told the a special outfit you’ve been saving up, feeding you the breath of life, Share your salvation with some- There are a lot of times that you would be stepping down from min- audience before leading his wife to to show the best side of you to whispering to your spirit that things one you know. Let them know it hear people give credit to other istry due to "serious personal mis- her seat and parting with a kiss. those who might be wondering would indeed be alright? was never about you being good, people for their successes. It might judgments" without elaborating on Price further explained that he how in the heaven did you, of all Like the little engine who could, talented, strong, determined or be a coach, a teacher, a parent or what the "misjudgments" were. was also humbled by the church that people, reach that certain pinnacle? one thing led to another and even focused. If the truth be told you just a friend who not only believed "I have struggled with and am would allow him to preach to them How did you even survive the b.s. you started to believe “I think I were scared, worried and afraid to in them, but also, pushed them, correcting and making amends for despite the year he had. you got yourself into and then can.” If it looks like a duck, walks admit that to anyone. But God got encouraged them, would not accept serious personal misjudgments "I haven't taught the Word in 13 ½ seemingly miraculously got out of? like a duck and smells like a duck, you through it and He deserves all their overtures of failure. which have affected my life and my months but I've been teaching ser- I’m a cancer survivor, and then guess what. It’s testimony. the credit in this world and the These people were always the family and which I deeply regret. I mons in my head every day for the believe me I had absolutely nothing That means you. No pomp. No cir- next. Your life is a living testament foundation that allowed their ideas have betrayed the trust of God, my past year," he said. "Once again, I to do with still being here so many cumstance. That thing between you to His greatness. to flourish, their goals to seem family and you my church, and for just want to say thank you to all of years after the initial diagnosis. and God needs no reward, no tro- “…For by grace you have been reachable and their potential to be that I am so sorry. Therefore, I'm you. Truly, I have felt in a tangible How have you or someone you phies no glitz, no glamour. saved through faith, and that not of realized. One tends to hear about gonna step down as pastor at this way, I have felt your love. I have know survived this long with their But there is a price to be paid. yourselves; it is the gift of God.” these special folk at awards cere- time," he said at the time. felt your care and I have felt your disease, addiction, affliction, bro- You got to tell somebody about the — Ephesians 2: 8. monies, usually when trophies are The announcement had come just concern. And it means the world to ken heart or devastated spirit? And greatness and the goodness of God. May God bless and keep you handed out. over eight years after his father, Dr. me that you still are OK with seeing when he or she may have suc- “Go to your house, to your always. I come to you now asking the Frederick K.C. Price, handed over me in this position." cumbed, you knew they were friends and tell them what great question, what event needs to take the reins of the megachurch to him Greater Macedonia Bethel Baptist Institutional Church Baptist Church 215 Bethel Baptist Street, Jacksonville, FL 32202 (904) 354-1464 1880 West Edgewood Avenue Weekly Services Sunday Morning Worship Midweek Seeking the lost for Christ 8:00 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. - Matthew 28:19 - 20 Church school Services 9:30 a.m. Wednesday Noon Service “Miracle at Midday” Bible Study Bishop Rudolph 12 noon - 1:00 p.m. Bishop Rudolph 8:00 A.M. Early Morning Worship McKissick, Jr. 6:45 p.m. McKissick, Sr.. 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The doors of Macedonia are always open to you and your family. If we may be of any assistance Grace and Peace to you in your spiritual walk, please contact us at 764-9257 or via email at [email protected]. visit www.Bethelite.org July 5 - 11, 2018 Ms. Perry’s Free Press - Page 7 WWII Veteran Becomes an Officer 76 Years After Being Denied An African American man who was denied officer status in the U.S. Army was commissioned as a sec- ond lieutenant on Friday — 76 years later. John Edward James Jr., 98, com- pleted his officer training in 1942 but was denied his bars because of his race, WHYY-FM reported. James attended officer candidate school at Fort Benning, Georgia, but the day before he was to receive his commission, he was told him he wouldn’t be made an officer and was being transferred. It was common during World War II for black soldiers to be denied Shown are members of local Jacksonville area Links’ Chapters in attendance: (L-R) Melissa Adama, commissions if they were to be John Edward James Jr. attended officer candidate school at Fort Benning, Ga. Dr. Elizabeth Yates, Kenyonn Demps, Sylvia Perry, Pam Prier, Terri Stepter, Ruth Waters and Lisa Moore. assigned to a predominantly white officer until his daughter, Marion Finally, with the help of unit. At the time, it was against Teresa Lane, discovered his class Democratic Sen. Bob Casey of Local Links Convene in Indy for Annual Confab Army regulations for white soldiers photo from Fort Benning, WHYY Pennsylvania, James’ commission to be subordinate to blacks. said. He told her to throw it away. was secured. Members of The Jacksonville touch,” said immediate past nation- Jacksonville (FL) Chapter James spent the war as a corporal, (FL) and Bold City (FL) Chapters al president Dr. Glenda President Kenyonn Demps. “We But she said, “Tenacity is my “Although not awarded the com- serving as a typist with a quarter- middle name,” and began working mission owed to him, he bravely of The Links, Incorporated joined Newell–Harris. energetically infuse our time, talent master battalion supplying front- thousands of their sisters from Throughout the week members and treasure domestically as well as through the red tape to get her rose to face one of our most chal- line combat units in North Africa father commissioned, including lenging times in history,” said around the globe in Indianapolis, attended workshops and panel dis- in areas like Jamaica where we and Italy for three years. After the IN, last week for their 41st National cussions designed to further have invested significantly in have her application denied multi- Casey. “He was denied recognition war, he married and worked for the ple times by the Army Review of his service to his country simply Assembly. The Links Incorporated enhance the efforts of the nearly schools. We also interject fun post office. is an an international service organ- 15,000 members globally. The events designed to increase bonding Board for insufficient evidence. because of his race, because of the He never told his children about Some of her father’s records were color of his skin.” ization comprised of professional theme for this year’s assembly was and friendship. Who could ask for being a non-commissioned Army women of color. “Linking our Legacy, Owning our more!” destroyed in a fire. The Assembly kicked off with a Future.” Community Health and Safety Fair The Links’ motto is “Linked in ASK RUSTY - Social Security Q & A that provided free dental screen- Friendship, Connected in Service” ings, water and bike safety sessions and as one of the nation’s oldest and and accident prevention tips for the largest volunteer organizations, the Benefits for an Disabled Adult Son elderly among other activities. group does just that. “As a volunteer service organiza- “Our sisters provide more that Dear Rusty: I would like to ask for your worked in Social Security covered work long be discouraged if the application is at first tion, we wish to leave a piece of our one million documented hours of help again for my son (age 61) who has been enough, he should apply for Social Security denied, because about 2/3rds of all initial legacy in every community that we community service each year,” said battling throat cancer for about six months Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits because he applications are. 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SSDI get help from Social Security so he tried ability starter kit" which includes a checklist of attorney’s fees are governed by Federal law so communicating with them on the computer information your son will need to have avail- they cannot charge you a fee (except a small but couldn’t get through to someone who able to complete the online application (includ- administrative fee) unless they win the disabili- could help him. He tried the local office and ing and especially his medical information) as ty case, and even then, their fees are limited to there were over 100 people waiting! We have well as a link to fill out and submit the applica- only a portion of any back SSDI benefits they been helping him financially, but he doesn't tion online. When starting the online applica- are able to secure for you. To find an SSDI like taking aid from us. You answered my tion, he'll be given a "reentry" number, so he attorney in your area, do a Google search for questions before in a few days that I had can start/stop and re-enter as many times as "SSDI Attorneys in my area." been trying to get done with others for over necessary before finally submitting the applica- By using the online process your son can sub- 3 months, so I was really impressed! tion. Once the application is received by Social mit the disability application and get the Consequently, I thought of you when think- Security they will review it and notify him either process started without needing to speak to ing about my son’s medical problems, and by mail, electronically or by phone to arrange anyone at Social Security, and he can also have the difficulty communicating with Social an interview. On the application, your son someone accompany and represent him with Shown (l-r) Jack Corey (Driver, Feeding Northeast Florida), Security. Any advice or assistance you can should specify that he is unable to speak and Social Security, if needed. Vernetta Stewart, (Chef/Kitchen Manager, Ronald McDonald House offer will be greatly appreciated. Signed: request an in-person interview. Finally, depending upon your son’s financial Charities) and Rafael Febus (Driver, Feeding Northeast Florida) Concerned Father When submitting the application, be sure to situation, he may also be eligible for following the first delivery of the new community partnership. Dear Concerned Father: I’m sorry to hear of use a phone number for someone who can Supplemental Security Income (SSI). SSI pro- your son’s battle with throat cancer, and I'm speak with the SSA agency representative and vides financial assistance for disabled people Non-profits Join Forces to happy to help however I can. 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For more info call July summer mixer is scheduled for The Stage Aurora 18th annual The Southern Women’s Show is speech and hearing screenings, will take place July 8th - 9th at (904) 586-1958. Tuesday, July 17th, from 4:30 p.m. invitation golf tournament is sched- back October 18th - 21st at the healthy snacks and more! For more TIAA Bank Field, One TIAA Dr. -7:30 p.m. at the TPC Clubhouse, uled for Saturday, August 25th for Prime F. Osborn Convention info contact call (904) 470-8899. Held by the guest services depart- Photography 110 Championship Way, Ponte an 8 a.m. shotgun start for 18-Holes Center, 1000 Water St. Shop, sam- ment, the event will help the team Beach, FL. For more info call (904) at Deerfield Lakes Golf Club, ple and share the fun while perusing and its stadium partners fill more Workshop 273-3235. 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Edgewood Ave. Jacksonville, FL 32208 Page 9 - Mrs. Perry’s Free Press July 5 - 11, 2018 Rappers Using Milllions to Reinvest in Their Old Neighborhoods by Daryl Nelson. ABS afford it. He wants to do the oppo- Rapper T.I. is on a mission, and it site, so those who’ve always been has to do with rebuilding his old there don’t have to move. neighborhood in the Center Hill “Now, with the BeltLine and section of Atlanta. Mercedes-Benz Stadium a stone’s In 2017 he started a real estate throw away, there’s an incentive to company called Buy Back the redevelop,” T.I. explained. “But I Block, and considering what he’s didn’t want it to be one of those sit- accomplished already the name uations where luxury condos go up, couldn’t be any more fitting. and people who are native are In a recent interview, Tip said that pushed out to the fringes because he’s partnered with fellow Atlanta they can’t afford to live there. I rapper Killer Mike and bought the wanted to provide development that Bankhead Seafood building, a would allow people from the area beloved eatery that closed earlier who love the community to be able this year after five decades of being to afford to stay.” in business. Tip also said he’ll turn a lot of the On top of that, he purchased a buildings that he purchased into number of lots in his old neighbor- “mixed-use” housing, and it’s pos- BGCNEFL Representatives Rickie Simon Director of Community hood and bought six buildings as sible that two of the properties will Between East Atlanta and Kirkwood, new housing row aims Relations, NFl player Jalen Ramsey and the BGCNEF President of well. be ready by the close of 2019. One to make colorful splash according to rapper T.I. (inset) the Board of Governors Michael L. Huyghue So far Tip has spent over $2 mil- building will have over 100 units Why wait for someone else to come well by launching Boss Life lion out of his own pocket, without and the other will have less. into a community where I went to Construction, a company that Jaguar Jalen Ramsey Donates any outside assistance and it seems In addition, the Grand Hustle elementary school, where I rode my builds quality, affordable homes in he’s just now getting started. founder is ensuring that housing bike and played?” low-income neighborhoods. $10K to Boys & Girls Club “I grew up in the 1980s and ’90s costs are kept affordable, and he’s It seems a number of rappers According to T.I, he doesn’t want by Jay Johnson in the Center Hill section of Atlanta, doing other things like beautifying share T.I’s theory since others are people in the Black community to It may not be December, but the Jacksonville Jaguars have continued to just off Bankhead Highway,” he the neighborhood. investing in their neighborhoods equate success with escaping local makes summer a season of giving throughout this month of June with var- told Inc. “Back then that part of “Green spaces and gardens are too. problems, and he’ll try to be an ious donations. Star cornerback Jalen Ramsey was the latest player from town was considered the lower end incredibly important,” said T.I. “We Dr. Dre, for example, gave $10 example. the Jags roster to do his part in the community, recently donating $10,000 of the middle class. After the crack want a movie theater, bowling, laser million to build a performance arts “So many times our answer to to the Northeast Florida division of the Boys and Girls Club. era the community stalled, and from tag, stuff I didn’t have. I’m trying to center in his hometown of fixing things is ‘I’m gonna make Ramsey held a fundraising event at Topgolf of Jacksonville last week- 1994 to 2012 it became an extreme- build a community where the peo- Compton, Calif. some money and leave all these end where he spoke on his memories of attending the Boys and Girls Club ly desolate area for business. ple within it can be proud. If they’re And Los Angeles rapper Nipsey people behind,'” he stated. “There’s as a child, which looks to have played a key part in him helping their There’s no major grocery store proud they’ll have more of a sense Hussle invested heavily in his rarely an intent to get rich and make cause. chain, there’s no fresh produce, of wanting to maintain it.” Crenshaw neighborhood and where you came from better for “I grew up in the Boys and Girls Club and my dad and brother are still there’s no CVS, there are liquor “I’d love to see children walk and opened Vector 90, a co-working generations to come. It’s extremely actively doing something for the Boys and Girls Club back home in stores.” play and live in green spaces,” he space for young people, entrepre- ambitious, but I’ve worked myself Tennessee,” Ramsey said. “So I’m taking after him (by growing) as a man But the rapper said he doesn’t added. “I want to see senior citizens neurs and creatives of all types. to a place where I should be the one not just on the field, but outside the field as well to not only make my fam- want to improve the area then make excited about the next generation. The rapper Slim Thug has given leading the charge. In my mind, ily proud but the whole city of Jacksonville and Duval County proud.” it so expensive that people can’t The only way to do that is to invest. back to his Houston community as that’s what it means to be king.” Jimmie Walker Disses ‘Good Times’ Cast: ‘We Were Never Friends’ Jimmie Walker, who played J.J. “I think the same basically goes was just this show, this situation, he recalled. “She’s not a h-e. You on the ’70s sitcom “Good Times,” for John. We talk more now but that was against anything and keep your illicit mind off of that and sat down recently for a tell-all inter- very, very little. We were never everything he believed in. He never never bring that up again … They view where he served up the scoop friends, never talked. If you said at been a problem on any other show.” came down so hard on me.” on antics that went on behind the that time ‘Call Esther and ask her As far as his TV brother Michael, He then addressed DuBois and scenes. about [something],’ I wouldn’t even played by Ralph Carter, Walker said her Willona character and said that The 71-year-old threw some seri- have her number,” he added.” I he became disinterested in the show she complained to the writers a lot, ous shade at his former cast mates, couldn’t have called John. I would- once he realized his role wouldn’t mainly about her character not John Amos, who played his father n’t have had his number … We be bigger, as Carter initially expect- doing enough. So much so, they James Evans, Esther Rolle, who never spoke to each other. Only on ed. eventually expanded her role and played his mother, Michael and the set … We never did anything Walker also believes Stanis, who that’s how the Penny character Thelma played by Ralph Carter and together.” played Thelma, failed to capitalize (Janet Jackson) was created. Bern Nadette Stanis and Ja’Net Walker also suggested that his on her “sex symbol” image. “Without Ja’Net, I don’t think DuBois, who played Willona. former castmates weren’t apprecia- In fact, when Walker suggested to Janet Jackson would’ve ever gotten According to Walker, in real-life, tive of being on a hit television series creator Norman Lear and on our show,” said Walker. the cast wasn’t close at all and he series. Amos that she do a pinup poster “Because she laid out her side of didn’t speak to his TV mother and “I think that they killed the goose like actress Farrah Fawcett — whatever so much, that the writer father when they left the set. that laid the golden egg,” he stated. Good Times cast with Jimmie Walker to the far right. which sold millions of copies in the said ‘We’ve got to do something to “I will honestly say, I don’t “These people, anytime you said Walker revealed that Amos “Good Times” after the third season ‘70s — he got blasted for it. get her off our backs.’” remember ever speaking a word to anything, they get crazy, they get caused a lot of friction on the show and the series went on without him. Norman Lear and John Amos None of Walker’s former cast Ester the whole time she was upset. I said ‘They don’t get it, because he thought it was beneath “John is a good actor, a solid came to me and said ‘How dare you mates have responded to his inter- there,” remembered Walker. man.’” him. The actor was fired from actor,” said Walker. “And I think it put our girl in a position like that?” view….yet.

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Donor and alumni Dr. Annie B. Henry, Head Coach Gregory Ruffin, Gertrude Henry, Health insurance and Florida KidCare accepted Marsellar Lowe, Jalen Thomas, Joseph Hunter IV, Davontae McCloud and Desmond Dembo EWC Alumni Donates 8K to Sports Program (We(WWWee can assist you with insurancein enrollment.)enrollment.)

Growing up in an era of segrega- tory, and spent a significant amount ty-seven years. During her tenure, tion in Jacksonville, and being of time in the Virgin Islands and Dr. Henry created African raised by parents who were share- Bemidji, Minnesota. American History events to educate croppers, retired Professor Through her volunteerism, she the college and the community on Mikah O ohnson, ARNP-BC Emeritus Dr. Annie B. Henry learned that many of the football black pride and success. She even- rse Practitioner always believed in the African players at EWC had dealt with gun tually created the Africa-American proverb, "It takes a village to raise a violence. “These killings left me Scholarship program during her child." Because of her upbringing, with many questions and I did not twenty-year tenure at the college she learned the values of sharing, want these young men to become from 1987 until 2007. giving and the power of education. another statistic,” said Dr. Henry. Dr. Henry also penned the book, Recently, Dr. Henry reunited with “We want them to be the best they "The Girl from Jacksonville Who Edward Waters College (EWC), the can be and with excellent study Dared to Dream, Hope and school that she graduated from in habits and work ethics they can Believe." After returning to 1964 and donated $8,000 to the realize their dreams and goals.” Jacksonville in 2014, she wrote her sports program. Inspired by her She added, “These young men second book "Feeling like a love for helping young people, she are now my nephews and I’m aun- Stranger in Your Hometown?” Appointmentsments AAvailable Avvailable 9904.04.924.1624924.1624 began volunteering at her alma tie, together we will succeed. Cause Money from book sales was dedi- mater after meeting one of the I definitely can’t take the money cated to the Dr. Annie B. Henry school’s coaches at a local gym. with me. And giving back to an Scholarship fund. Wolfson Children’s Hospital in partnership with: Dr. Henry also earned her HBCU is the right thing to do.” After calculating the funds from Masters degree from FAMU and a One of her most prominent the scholarship account, Dr. Henry Doctorate from Florida State achievements was the introduction politely presented an $8,000 check University. She has traveled the of Black History Month to Bemidji to the EWC Sport department world educating students on the State University where she lived showing her commitment to “the importance and impact of black his- and worked as a professor for twen- village.”

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