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Former Brewers inducted onto team’s Wall of Honor, players “droppin’ GANIGANI(What’s The News?)?? National News Briefs the pins” to raise money for Epilepsy Foundation Morehouse College has cre- ated a fund to help its gradu- ates get a leg up by helping them offset the burden of student debt. The funding initiative, called the “Morehouse College Student Suc- cess” program, was established by the famed HBCU’s Board of Trustees. It gifts graduates with greater financial freedom and gives them a launchpad for success in the real world. The fund will also allow grads the opportunity to pursue advanced degrees and build wealth. The funding initiative will solicit donations that will be earmarked for reducing or eliminating Morehouse alumni student loan debt. Photos by Yvonne Kemp A Pennsylvania appeals court re- cently questioned Led by Milwaukee Brewers’ ace reliever Jeremy Jeffress (pic- why lawyers for tured inset at right with his “game face” on), members of the team PULSEOF THE actor/comedian Bill Cosby, who (pictured above right) traded in bats, balls and gloves for bowling balls and shoes recently is serving a 10- to raise money for the Epilepsy Foundation Southeast Wisconsin at the fifth annual Brewers year prison term Bowl-A-Thon at JB’s on 41 (4040 South 27th St.). Fans had the opportunity to throw a strike COMMUNITYBy Yvonne Kemp for drugging and and mingle with their favorite players. All-Star infielder Rickie Weeks (pictured above left) molesting a woman at his home and was the first celebrity trial of the was one of three former Brewers to be in the 2019 Wall of Honor class. The other players QUESTION OF THE WEEK: “With a large number of Brewers pitchers on “#MeToo” era, didn’t get an immunity are All-Star infielder J.J. Hardy and MLB Hall of Fame pitcher Trevor Hoffman. agreement in writing, and approved by the injured list, do the Brewers still have a a judge when accuser Andrea Con- chance at a Wild Card playoff spot? Why or stand first came forward in 2005 with the allegations. One of three judges on Why not? a panel hearing the appeal, theorized Study reveals Choice students Cosby’s lawyers didn’t pursue the “Never say “I am a die- agreement because they knew the trial never! But court wouldn’t have allowed it. Cosby’s enter and graduate from hard Brewers lawyers argued the actor relied on the promise before giving testimony in right now it Constands’ suit that proved incriminat- looks shaky. fan until the ing when it was unsealed a decade college at higher rate than later. If the Brewers end. With a Olympic gold start winning DALE TARIQUE medalist Simone Bypublic Mikel Holt school studentsIn the third-to eighth-grade group, the study found a JONES lot of good JONES Biles recently Much to the dismay of critics of the similar percentage enrolled in four-year colleges (50% every game tumbled and for MPCP and 45% for MPS). flipped her way to More revealing was that there was a 38% higher prob- pitching, we can make it to Milwaukee Parental Choice Program from today on, anything is a sixth national ability that an MPCP student would graduate from their (MPCP), a new independent study re- championship, chosen four-year college. possible!” the Wild Card.” breaking records veals students participating in the pro- The results of the research can be linked to superior and making history with out-of-this world SAT college entrance scores for MCPC students. gram enter and graduate from four-year “I love coming “This is my moves. She became the first female African American students enrolled in private schools gymnast to land two new moves in com- colleges at much higher rates than their under the program scored a full point higher than their to the Brewers first Brewers petition during the U.S. women’s gym- public school counterparts. public-school counterparts, thus better preparing them to nastics championships. She did a The research results were the latest revelations of the meet the challenges of college. games so, game and I double-double dismount (a double twist School Choice Demonstration Project commissioned by Students attending non-instrumentality charter schools the state of Wisconsin a decade ago. (schools where teachers aren’t represented by the Mil- therefore, I am going to and double somersault) on the balance The college graduation data was collected and ana- waukee Teachers Education Association [MTEA], the am with the say I hope beam, making her the first person in the lyzed by the University of Arkansas. union that represents MPS teachers) in Milwaukee scored history of the sport to perform such a For the research project, students from the MPCP were two points higher on SATs, consistent with the statewide Brewers all the SHERLET the Brewers DAVINAH move. She made history again two days matched with students of similar academic and economic average. JONES CARR later when she landed a triple-twist, dou- backgrounds from the Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS). The college graduation study comes on the heels of way. It doesn’t make the ble-flip move in her first pass on the floor The researchers followed two cohorts of students—one several other studies, which show participating schools exercises. AND Biles made history for a from ninth grade and the other for students from third to in the choice program have a positive civic and academic look good, but I am not giving Wild Card. They deserve it. I third time by tying Clara Schroth Lomady eighth grades. for the most national titles, which was set (continued on page 3) up on them.” will be back.” in the 1950s. THE 2019 FELLOWSHIP OPEN GOLF TOURNAMENT FRIDAYAUGUST 16 SILVER SPRING COUNTRY CLUB N56W21318 SILVER SPRING DRIVE JACKIE JOYNER- GREG MARCUS KERSEE President/CEO MENOMONEE FALLS, WI Three-time Olympic Marcus Gold Medalist Corporation The Milwaukee Community Journal • August 14, 2019 • Page 2 ment of lives of people in America with a particular focus on those who have created significant opportunities for the nation’s youth. This year’s honorees are Olympic Champion Jackie Joyner-Kersee and Milwaukee Corporate Executive Greg Marcus. For the 19th consecu- tive year, the Fellowship Open will raise tens of thousands of dollars to support educational opportunities, Jackie Joyner-Kersee Greg Marcus personal development, and profes- sional guidance which open paths to successful careers for Milwaukee’s youngsters. Over the previous 18 years, more than 100 local nonprofits have re- ceived similar financial support. In addition to its fundraising activities, the Fellowship Open honors celebri- FUN-FILLED ties, professional athletes, corporate business leaders and other role mod- els for their accomplishments as well FELLOWSHIP as for the examples they set for Jeremiah Brown Blair Walker young people. The annual charity OPEN WEEKEND event will take place Friday, August 16, 2019 at Silver Spring Country Club in Menomonee Falls. FEATURES FINANCE As has been the case consecutively for nearly two decades, course num- AND FITNESS ber one is already SOLD OUT! National Authors Jeremiah Brown, Blair Walker, Every available slot in the golf tour- nament will be filled well before Chris Gardner, Nutrition and Health Specialist event day. More than 300 golfers Ladell Hill to be part of 19th annual will participate from more than 25 Charity Golf Event this weekend states, including celebrities, luminar- Chris Gardner Ladell Hill ies and business, civic and sports dig- nitaries. The Fellowship Open weekend cial Wellness Forum, a gathering of Museum, and the Mother Daniels 2019 HONOREES recognizes individuals who have had For more information, visit will host a series of related events national financial and money man- Conference Center. A full schedule of Every year the Fellowship Open measurable impact on the improve- www.fellowshipopen.org. while honoring Olympian Jackie agement experts including noted au- events is available at www.fellow- Joyner-Kersee and Marcus Corpora- thors Jeremiah Brown, “Financial shipopen.org. tion CEO Greg Marcus on Friday af- Freedom: My Only Hope: The best- The Fellowship Open was founded ternoon at Silver Spring Golf Club in selling guide to mastering the game more than 18 years ago by a group of Menomonee Falls. of money”, Blair Walker, co-author business and civic leaders to promote While over 300 golfers will take to of the Reginald Lewis biography, and inspire youngsters to pursue ca- the course at 7:30 am on Friday at “Why Should White Guys Have All reers in business, and to foster sup- Silver Spring, non-golfers, out-of- the Fun?: How Reginald Lewis Cre- port for diversity and inclusion in the town visitors and guests will be ated a Billion-Dollar Business Em- business community. treated to a special appearance and pire,” and Chris Gardner, whose The event’s list of honorary chairs lecture from nationally renowned critically-acclaimed autobiography, features some of Milwaukee’s most “Nutritionist to the Stars” Ladell Hill. “Pursuit of HappYness,” led to the prominent professionals in business, Hill will address the group from 9:00 Will Smith biopic. government, and civic affairs. am until noon at Sherman Phoenix, All three will be a part of the MKE Each year, its ranks have grown 3536 W. Fond du Lac Avenue, Mil- Fellows Financial Wellness Forum with individuals that bring outstand- waukee. Sherman Phoenix co-owner beginning at 10:00 am at No Studios, ing attributes and commitments to and creator Joanne Sabir will host the 1037 W. McKinley Avenue, Milwau- the community. Over the past 19 event. kee. years, the Fellowship Open has con- Then on Saturday August 17, Other events are planned as well at tributed more than $2.5 million to Oscar winner John Ridley’s No Stu- IPAMA (Institute for the Preserva- youth organizations involving more dios in Milwaukee will serve as the tion of African American Music and than 100 organizations throughout location for the MKE Fellows Finan- Art), America’s Black Holocaust Wisconsin. The Milwaukee Community Journal • August 14, 2019 • Page 3 can affect academic and athletic performance. Children often don’t complain if their vision isn’t normal, so it’s important to look for possible signs such as squinting Choice while reading or watching television, difficulty hitting or catching a ball, or headaches when watching 3D students movies. Also, be aware of digital eye strain, which is caused graduate by prolonged use of computers or smartphones. Help your child practice healthy vision habits by keeping from college computer screens at least 30 inches from their eyes, resting their eyes every 20 minutes and blinking fre- at higher rate quently to avoid dry eyes. Get a Dental Cleaning than public Maintaining proper oral health matters more than just keeping a sparkling smile – it’s also important for good school overall health. This is especially true for children, as untreated dental problems may diminish attention, de- students crease self-esteem and limit a child’s ability to learn at (continued from front page) school.[2] impact on students, and the African American community. One study Tooth decay is largely preventable, yet it ranks as the showed a decrease in segregation be- most common chronic disease among children. About cause of the program, and yet another 33 percent of young kids (ages 2 to 8) have cavities in revealed a $475 million economic Back-to- their baby teeth, and 20 percent of kids in the same age benefit from the MPCP. group have cavities in their adult teeth.[3] With that in Ironically, those affirmative study mind, parents should schedule regular dental exams results come several months after every six months, especially at schools that require a Governor Tony Evers attempted to School back-to-school dental checkup.[4] stop the growth of school choice in For parents with teenagers, it is important to recog- the state, using his budget proposal nize the risks of opioid addiction, especially after wis- to dismantle the program, despite its Health dom teeth removal. popularity. If you or a loved one is prescribed an opioid follow- The Republican-controlled legisla- ing a dental or other medical procedure, ask your health ture derailed his efforts. care professional if there are alternatives, including Leading up to the new school year, ByCheck Dr. Michelle Graham, List senior over-the-counter pain relievers such as a combination over 40,000 children now participate of acetaminophen and ibuprofen. in the “voucher and charter” pro- medical director, UnitedHealthcare Get Recommended Immunizations grams, the overwhelming majority of of Wisconsin Many schools in Wisconsin require that children are whom are African American and August marks back-to-school season, an properly immunized before they enter the classroom to poor. ideal time for parents in Wisconsin to help im- help to avoid serious diseases and prevent other stu- Evers, the former superintendent prove their children’s health. Before schedules dents from contracting them. Children’s vaccines are of the state Department of Public In- 90% to 99% effective and may help protect kids from struction, has worked closely with become packed with classes, homework and the state and local teacher’s unions to extracurricular activities, here’s a back-to- diseases such as mumps, tetanus and chicken pox.[5] By helping reduce the risk of contracting potentially force those students back into public school “health checklist” to help give children preventable diseases such as the flu, children may have schools, many of which have been categorized by DPI’s rating system as a better chance to succeed inside and outside fewer school absences.[6] failing. the classroom: Parents should check with their doctor to determine The MPCP is nearly 30 years old. Get a Comprehensive Eye Exam what immunizations are appropriate based on age. It is the brainchild of the late State About 80 percent of what children learn is through Most shots are given by the time children are 2 years Rep. Annette Polly Williams (D-WI) their eyes. With that in mind, a child’s first comprehen- old, but some are administered into the teen years. If who sought to empower Black par- sive eye exam should occur before age 1, again at age your child runs a low-grade fever or has swelling in the ents by providing them with educa- 3 and before entering school.[1] If no vision issues are shot location after the immunization, these minor side tional options for their children. detected, school-aged children should have an exam at effects typically last a couple days. Apply a cool, wet Williams was a staunch critic of least once every two years. washcloth on the sore area to help ease discomfort, but what she called educational apartheid Also, a school’s vision screening is not a substitute check with your doctor about the appropriateness of in the city. for a comprehensive eye exam, as screenings can miss over-the-counter pain medications. Former MPS Superintendent conditions such as poor eye alignment, focusing issues Back-to-school season is an exciting time for many Robert Peterkin originally authored and farsightedness.1 children and their parents. Consider these guidelines to the MPCP. Williams’ proposal was The inability to see clearly can affect a child’s phys- help encourage your child’s health and success rejected by the assembly but resur- ical, emotional and social development, which in turn throughout the school year. rected by Williams a year later. The Milwaukee Community Journal • August 14, 2019 • Page 4 St. Ann Center's

RELIGION $250K fundraising goal for kids, elders, people with disabilities RELIGION Gala This Friday!be found at bid414.com. So far, gala supporters have contributed $92,000 toward the $250K goal. All proceeds from the gala support St. Ann Center’s Care Champions program, which di- rectly benefits youth, frail eld- ers and adults with disabilities who have no means to pay for services they desperately need. The gala will also honor St. Ann Center supporters, the Care Champions who make these services possible. From whirlpool baths and St. Ann Center for Intergen- tion are a Bucks or Marquette physical therapy to art and erational Care will host its 15th game in a Fiserv Forum suite, music therapy, adult day serv- annual gala on Friday, Aug. 16, vacation package for the Grand ices promote independence Mt. Zion MBC has at Discovery World Museum, Targhee Resort in Wyoming and a sense of purpose. 500 N. Harbor Dr. With the and a chef-prepared appetizer Youngsters in St. Ann Cen- slate of activities theme Dream Together, the party for 20. ter’s early childhood education gala’s $250,000 goal is the New this year, silent auction program learn to respect and celebrating a century nonprofit organization's most items can be bid on by the gen- appreciate the adult clients as of service and ministry ambitious ever. eral public online beginning they join them for intergenera- Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church, located at 2207 St. Ann Center’s world- today! tional activities on a daily renowned day care program The online auction site can basis. N. 2nd Street and Garfield, has a slate of activities planned Rev. Louis Sibley, serves children, older adults to celebrate a century of service and ministry to the commu- Pastor of Mt. Zion nity. and people with disabilities all Starting Saturday, August 10 to Sunday, August 18, the congregants and minis- in the same home-like setting. ters—led by Mt. Zion’s Pastor, Rev. Louis Sibley—will start the celebration Satur- The event begins at 5:30 day, with a “Denim Dinner” at the church, starting at 4 p.m. p.m., when guests gather for a Other anniversary celebrations activities include: cocktail hour and silent auction • Monday, Aug. 12—Nursing Home Fellowship in the Pilot House, followed by • Tuesday, Aug. 13—Fun Night Fellowship/Paint and Praise at 6 p.m. dinner, catered by Bartolotta • Wednesday, Aug. 14—Bible Study/Prayer Meeting, 6 p.m. Restaurants, and a live auction • Thursday, Aug. 15—Concert/Musical, 7 p.m. in the Pavilion. • Friday, Aug. 16—Ordination Service for Rev. Dextra Hadnot, 7 p.m. The evening features enter- • Saturday, Aug. 17—Block Party/Carnival, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. tainment by Adekola & • Sunday, Aug. 18—The week-long celebration will conclude with a Praise and Friends and The Mixx Vocal Worship service, which will include a Baptism/Communion, starting at 9:45 a.m. Band. For more information about the anniversary events, call 414-372-6174. Showcased in the live auc- FIRSTFIRST TheSUNDAYSUNDAY NEW MCJ Weekend focus on the news and views in Milwaukee’s Faith-Based Community If you have news about your church and its activities and outreach efforts, we’d like for you to place it in “First Sunday,” the new edition to the Week- end Edition that will appear in area churches on or before the first Sunday of each month. The information will also appear on the religious page of the MILWAUKEE COMMUNITY JOUR- NAL. This new focus joins the Week- end Edition focus family, and is part of our restructured roster of focuses, which includes: “Family Time,” “Health & Wellness,” “In The Black” (business and personal finance). Below is the list of things we would like you to include when sending us your news! Email your event news to: editorial@milwaukeecommunityjour- nal.com Sunday has its We look forward to hearing from you and putting your “good news” in the own newspaper Milwaukee Community Journal. WHO: (The name of your church) WHAT: (What religious or non-religious event are you holding or sponsoring at your church) WHERE: (The location of your church [the address]) WHEN: (Day, Date, and Time) WHY: (Why is this event being held and the person or group, in or outside the church, who will benefit) The Milwaukee Community Journal • August 14, 2019 • Page 5 QUOTE OF THE WEEK “I was BORN to make mistakes, not to FAKE perfection.” —Rapper Drake FAMILYTIME/PERSPECTIVESPERSPECTIVESOPINION Although people have criticized the celebrity couple's parenting At the end of the day, don’t weskills, seeing need how Jaden and Willowmore Smith turned out,Black it now seems that there's something about their family to emulate has always been a prudent practice. nate on that moment. Can you imag- wonder why mental health issues, parents like Will and Jada?It has been widely acknowledged at ine how much more fulfilling the anxiety disorders, and stress related this point that Black children are lives of so many of us would have ailments such as hypertension are often not seen or treated as children been if we had parents we could sin- still rampant in our community. It and are subsequently targeted and cerely come to with that sort of thing doesn’t take a rocket scientist to see disciplined at rates much higher than without fear of being shamed, dis- that there are direct correlations be- white children who exhibit the exact owned or even worse? tween our normalized unhealthy cop- same behaviors. There are literally Black children ing behaviors and the physical and But somehow while not trusting running into arms of the unknown psychological symptoms we exhibit society, we also stopped learning just to escape the oppressive expec- because of them. how to build trust with our children tations of mothers and fathers who But just like when you’re in an air- as well. are too busy wagging their fingers to plane the flight attendant tells you This is a trapping of parenthood open their eyes and acknowledge that you must put on your own oxy- that often creates relationships where who they’re really raising. The fact gen mask on first before seeking to instead of avoiding dangerous activ- that the Smith children have never help any other passengers, the Smiths ities, Black children just learn how to had to deal with the crippling weight have somehow taught their children lie to their families about who there of that sort of trauma is reason in it- the exact same thing about self care. — be it directly or through lies of self for parents to consider taking a The reason why Jaden Smith at omission. And the next thing you page, or maybe even a paragraph just 21 is such an amazing and know, that kid grows up to be a 35- from their book. thoughtful philanthropist, is because year-old adult complaining to a ther- as a child he was empowered to be apist about how they’ve never been Put your own safety amazing and thoughtful towards able to confide in their parents. mask on first himself, first. The Smiths are far from perfect Aside from the freedom that Will He was told to explore what (Left to right): Actor Trey Smith, singer Willow Smith and actors Jaden Smith, Jada Pinkett Smith and Will (honestly, who isn’t?) but one thing and Jada have given their children to worked for him and what didn’t. He Smith attend the Environmental Media Association 26th Annual EMA Awards Presented By Toyota, Lexus even their biggest critics have to discover themselves, another thing was encouraged to figure out how he And Calvert at Warner Bros. Studios on October 22, 2016 in Burbank, California. (Photo by Phillip admit is that the open dialogue that they’ve been accused of doing is al- felt about things and focus on what Faraone/Getty Images for Environmental Media Association ) they’ve cultivated with their children lowing their children to be “selfish.” really mattered to him despite what is exceptional. Back in the day, no critique or slan- others thought. And as a result, once By Blue Telusma We (as a collective) called the pressive parts of the Smith’s parent- Smith kids weird and rolled our eyes ing philosophies don’t cost a penny. Case in point, just last month dur- der against the Smiths ever seemed he became an adult, his own sense of Courtesy of theGrio.com, at them as they mused about history, Let’s start off with the fact that ing an appearance on Jimmy Kimmel complete without someone making a worth was so stabilized, he had a sur- posted July 9, 2019 science and metaphysics. they chose not to force the gender bi- Live! Pinkett Smith revealed that quip about what “spoiled brats” the plus of compassion left over to ex- A few years ago I remem- Old school folks were irate that the nary or most other limiting societal Red Table Talk would be exploring A-list couple was raising. tend to others. And that compassion the topic of polyamory in an upcom- In our community we seem to give is literally now feeding and providing ber reading a scathing New children weren’t spanked and actu- norms down their kid’s throats. ally allowed to voice strong opinions. ing episode, and shared that her out gold stars for people who play relief to whole communities in des- York Post op-ed entitled, Conspiracy theorists were convinced Your child is still daughter Willow booked the guests martyr and put everyone ahead of perate need of resources. “Any reasonable parent they were being raised in a Scientol- their own person due to a personal interest in the topic. themselves. That’s not a spoiled rich kid story, would be ashamed of Will ogy institution surrounded by other Many Black people are raised by “It’s a throuple that Willow was We applaud women for enabling its a universal statement on humanity actually following on Instagram,” their men and building up their self and what happens when we guide our Smith’s kids” and in the cult members. And when Jaden de- parents who they know are going to cided to start wearing gender neutral probably be more strict with them Pinkett Smith told E News. “That’s esteem from scratch while receiving children without overzealously piece, author Kyle Smith (no clothing, the homophobes and than the guardians of their white how it all came to be. She became nothing in return. We tell men to not squashing their dreams. How can relation) reads Will and wife misogynists — both male and female school mates. very curious about this whole be “soft” and suck up their feelings anyone, especially in our current po- Jada Pinkett-Smith the fifth — lost their minds. Black mothers and fathers ask a polyamory thing.” in order to uphold the standards of litical climate, not see the value in Kimmel then asked the 47 year old stoic — and at times toxic — mas- raising more kids who navigate the on what he believed were We may applaud Jada as a mother million questions, demand to see re- now that Red Table Talk is a bonafide ceipts and are quick to give out side- if a polyamorous relationship was culinity. world this way? their incredibly lacking child hit and cultural phenomenon, but eyes when “one of your little friends” something that Willow might be in- We repeatedly tell ourselves, and I think all those people who set up rearing abilities. let’s not get amnesia and forget that seems to be involved in some shady terested in pursuing, to which the ac- our children, in millions of little those “The Smith kids are weird as “We don’t know for sure that Will it was just a few years ago that many business. tress responded, “Possibly. I don’t ways, to de-prioritize their own hell” message boards back in the day, and Jada Pinkett Smith are the most of you were hinting not so subtly that To be a Black parent means to nav- know. Listen, she’s 18…who the needs for “the greater good” even if officially owe Will and Jada an apol- horrible parents on Earth. But the she was barely raising her own kids. igate the world as if you have trust is- heck knows what’s going to go it means completely ignoring their ogy. The world tends to mock what it case for that seems strong when you Yet after all that smack talking, sues. And historically speaking, that down.” own gut instincts. doesn’t understand, but in this case, consider their überentitled, brainless, three or so years later, when Willow Lets take a moment to really mari- Then after generations of that we the results speak for themselves. self-adoring, twaddle-spewing little has grown into a beautiful and artic- munchkins,” begins the author. ulate young woman with the emo- “These kids are nuclear narcissists. tional intelligence of a healthy 40 The elder Smiths may have boy- year old, and Jaden is out here bring- Tribute cotted the Oscars because they ing water to the residents of Flint, weren’t nominated, but they boy- Mich., faster than the government cotted parenting because they could- and erecting free mobile restaurants n’t be bothered to raise kids with any to feed the homeless community in To My Dearly grounding in reality.” Los Angeles — I can’t help but ask Clearly Kyle Smith is not a fan of myself, “Do we need more Black this family with which he shares a parents like Will and Jada?” Beloved Alumna name. But while it may be easy to And before anyone speaks up with dismiss the opinions of a 53-year-old that tired and dismissive response of, white man about what Black parent- “Well if I was filthy rich, I could ing should look like, the truth is, raise my kids like that too,” let me Howard around the time that post was written stop you. That statement is a lazy cop in 2016 many Black people on social out because there are plenty of rich media were saying the exact same people whose families are still a hot thing. mess, and dare I say it, the most im- University Signifyin’ will return next week! Sister: THETHE MILWAUKEEMILWAUKEE TONI COMMUNITYCOMMUNITY JOURNALJOURNAL MORRISON! Published twice weekly, Today my heart is heavy, filled with Stokely Carmichael also embolden Her legacy is here to stay for many Wednesday & Friday mixed anxiety, and grief by her, made his choice to embrace and commend 3612 North Martin Luther My beloved alumna sister, Toni Gracing Newsweek’s cover, with My beloved sister, has completed King Drive, Milwaukee, WI 53212 Morrison, is now in relief great success many prayed her journey leaving dividends Phone: 414-265-5300 (Advertising and Administration) • 414-265-6647 (Editorial) • Website: communityjournal.net • Email: Editorial@milwau- Read about her, as I entered the Winning the National Book Critics In grand style she moved on to an- keecommunityjournal.com/[email protected] halls of Howard University Award, she was on her way other phase in another journey Patricia O’Flynn -Pattillo Colleen Newsom, Founder, Publisher Classified Advertising Sales Where she attended, graduated, and “Song of Solomon” made many re- The sting has been removed from Robert J. Thomas, Co-Founder Leader taught as a professor alized she was here to stay her soul with a smile of peace Assoc. Publisher Jimmy V. Johnson, She had a mission and vision, one First female author to win the 1993 The Creator has another place for Todd Thomas, Vice President Advertising Sales of God’s great successors Noble Prize, she was no play her and with outstretched arms, Mikel Holt, Founding Editor, Mike Mullis, Associate Publisher Advertising Coordination She changed the landscape of Now my beloved sister has another Saying, “Well done great and faith- Thomas E. Mitchell, Jr., Robin Davis, African American literature journey and has gone away ful daughter. You have Editor Circulation Manager As an editor at Random House, Such an internationally acclaimed Taken little and turned it into many Teretha Martin, Terri’s Innovative Yvonne Kemp, Photographer she encouraged creators visionary force with her pen for others—Welcome Home!” Computers: Billing Clerk, Pro- Kim Robinson, Photographer duction assistance, tech-support Bill Tennessen, Photographer Angela Davis found inspiration in Receiving the Presidential Medal of Opinion and comments expressed on the Perspectives page do not necessarily her words as an author Freedom, 2012, back then © Joseph S. Spence, Sr., 8/7/19 reflect the views of the publisher or management of the MCJ. Letters and “other Embracing her own unique self and She touched many heart and souls, All Rights Reserved perspectives” are accepted but may be edited for content and length. cultural poetic voice people called her a friend The Milwaukee Community Journal • August 14, 2019 • Page 6

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