FREE Thanks to our ADVERTISERS Please Support SOUTH FLORIDA’S MOST READ HAITIAN NEWSPAPER THEM! October 1 - 15, 2016 | Vol. 16 No. 372 www.lefloridien.com PHONE: 305.610.7481 What Trump’s Little Haiti meeting means for Haitians? By Dessalines Ferdinand by the Republican Party. However, it also troubled “Whether you vote for me or not I really want to some community leaders who seem to pledge alle- be your biggest champion,” Mr. Trump said to the On Friday September 16, 2016, Donald Trump met giance to the Democratic Party on behalf of the Hai- small crowd of attendees, which included some Hai- with a small group of prominent Haitian Americans. tian community. tian entrepreneurs, doctors, and lawyers. “I come to The event is quite noteworthy. First, Trump became ‘listen and learn’ and to build a new relationship the first U.S. presidential candidate nominee from Despite claims accusing Donald Trump of racism with the Haitian community.” a big party to ‘listen and learn’ personally from the since running for president, the Little Haiti meet- Haitian community. Second, the Caribbean Market ing represents a potential new relationship between The Republican presidential nominee’s visit came at Place located in Little Haiti, the heart of the Miami’s the Republican Party and the Haitian diaspora. For a time when a substantial number of Haitians are not Haitian community, where the meeting took place, many Haitian-Americans, the gathering is more happy with the Clinton family, mostly due to disap- is now an historical site stamped by the visit of a than just a demonstration of political goodwill: it pointments over the lack of progress in Haiti despite near-to-be U.S. president. The location would be symbolizes an opportunity for the Haitian-Ameri- their involvement in the aftermath of the country’s more significant, should Trump be elected. can community to start sharing their eggs between devastating earthquake Jan. 12, 2010. the two political parties, in order to avoid being Although the meeting was private, with a very small completely ignored by the Republican party, should audience, many Haitians applaud the political move Trump win the presidency on November 8th. Continued on page 6 Dr. Theramene Encourages Haitian-Americans to Get Out and Vote for ‘Haitians for Hillary’ LITTLE HAITI, Miami -- For many It is said that the upcoming Novem- on heavy percentages of Black voters. years, Haitian-American voters were ber 2016 presidential election is a But this year, they are beginning to known to be heavily Democrat sup- game-changer. The head of the Dem- worry that too many African-Amer- porting. Therefore, the Democratic ocratic Party is well aware of today’s ican voters are not inspired by the Party has been taking their votes for electoral dynamic, where thousands Clinton’s candidacy, a situation that granted, especially when it comes to of voters have switched their party forces her campaign to hit the panic the presidential election. If the old affiliation. Consequently, they choose button. generation of voters seem to believe to reach out directly to minorities, they should take the “safe” route, by historically for the first time, namely Democratic party leaders understand voting for familiar candidates, how- Haitian-American voters. The move that to upend Donald Trump’s chanc- ever, younger voters are looking for is engineered to attract Haitian-Amer- es of capturing the White House, Hil- signs of deeper commitment and they ican voters towards their presidential lary Clinton needs to win Florida. And are determined that no one can take nominee, former Secretary of State to do that, she needs a big minority their votes for granted ever again. Hillary Clinton. turnout. Dr. Cassandra Theramene, ED. D, MBA Those days are over. Coalition Director of ‘Haitian Coalition of Florida’ Traditionally, Democrats have relied Continued on page 10

EDITORIAL Page 4 L’élection présidentielle américaine passe Where Do You Stand? par la conquête des « swing states » Par Pierre Bouvier Les deux candidats parcou- aque Etat reçoit un nombre aux résultats. Le candidat U.S. to Step Up Depor- rent les « swing states », une de grands électeurs égal au qui obtient 270 grands élec- Ces Etats sont considérés douzaine d’Etats considérés nombre de sièges dont il teurs remporte l’élection. tations of Haitians comme clés dans la course comme clés pour l’élection dispose à la Chambre des à la Maison Blanche. Mais présidentielle du 8 novem- représentants (proportionnel Lors de la campagne, les A m i d S u r g e a t B o r d e r leur nombre varie selon les bre, et dans lesquels les à la population), plus deux candidats délaissent les Etats Page 3 sources. sondages évoluent au quoti- (le nombre fixe de sénateurs jugés « sûrs ». Ce sont ceux Bedford dans le New Hamp- dien. C’est là que se joue et pour chaque Etat). dont le résultat est connu shire, Manheim en Penn- se déroule l’essentiel de la d’avance, comme la Cali- sylvanie, Prescott Valley campagne. Ces grands électeurs sont fornie ou le Kansas qui sont « Radyo Kamoken » a en Arizona, pour l’un ; Des attribués entièrement au respectivement très major- fêté ses 31 ans, Erold Moines, dans l’Iowa, Pierce Aux Etats-Unis, l’élection candidat qui remporte une itairement démocrate et ré- en Floride, pour l’autre. Ce du président se fait au suf- majorité dans cet Etat – avec publicain. Emmanuel fier de sa sont les étapes de Donald frage universel indirect, à deux exceptions : le Nebras- Trump et Hillary Clinton au un tour, avec un collège de ka et le Maine, qui les part- Suite à la page 11 longévité Page 12 cours des prochains jours. 538 grands électeurs. Ch- agent proportionnellement LE FLORIDIEN 2 HAITI NEWS OCTOBER 1 - 15, 2016 | VOL 16 NO. 372 Former President Aristide leaps from behind scenes in Haiti PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti Aristide became a global fig- surpass 50 percent to win out- Lavalas movement, including – Former President Jean-Ber- ure of resistance when, as a right in next month’s ballot- Moise Jean-Charles and Jean trand Aristide has leaped from slum priest known for fiery or- ing. That is unlikely with such Henry Ceant, are now pres- behind the scenes to take a atory, he led a popular move- a crowded field. Analysts say idential candidates on other major role in campaigning for ment that ousted the hated that Narcisse, thanks at least platforms they created. next month’s presidential elec- dictator Jean-Claude “Baby in part to Aristide and those tion, leading many to believe Doc” Duvalier in 1986. He who remain faithful to his par- While it’s easy to find hard- the most polarizing figure in was elected president in 1990, ty, has an outside chance to core Lavalas supporters in the tumultuous world of Hai- forced out in a military coup a emerge as one of the two final- neighborhoods that were once tian politics is poised to regain year later and restored to pow- ists. Narcisse finished fourth Aristide strongholds, roughly influence if his party wins. er by the U.S. in 1994 to serve in last year’s opening round, a third of Haiti’s population out the remainder of his term. which was later annulled amid is younger than 15 and only Aristide’s return to open cam- As a champion of the poor accusations of fraud. know his image from placards paigning for an ally is energiz- Former president Jean Bertrand and advocate of leftist “liber- or paintings sold on roadsides. ing supporters in poor neigh- Aristide ation theology,” he was deeply Narcisse said in an interview There are also voters in these borhoods who see the former hated by members of the elite with The Associated Press that poor districts who view him as touring the country. slum priest as a near-messi- who worked to unseat him. she welcomes Aristide’s help a disappointing figure from the anic figure who fought for the in her campaign and would past. In a recent speech, delivered country’s most marginalized. Re-elected in 2000 amid low consider him a valuable advis- through the sunroof of an turnout and an opposition boy- er if she were to win, though Ravix Fadius, a plumber with SUV, he declared that Lava- “He’s the king of kings! See- cott, he was ousted four years she said he was not interested three kids who recently moved las would build homes for the ing him on the streets again is later in a nationwide rebellion in a Cabinet post. back to his mother’s shack poor if Narcisse, one of 27 like being in paradise,” Port- led by opponents with ties because he can’t find steady candidates in the Oct. 9 elec- au-Prince slum resident Jhony to the elite and the old Du- “I’m very happy that he’s work, said Aristide is just an- tion, is elected. Narcisse said as he jogged to valierist regime. His critics there. He’s a charismatic lead- other Haitian politician who keep up with Aristide’s motor- accused Aristide of breaking er,” she said. “The population repeatedly put his own inter- “We’re not going to build cade during a recent rally promises to help the poor, al- listens to him. There’s a love ests before those of the popu- small bird cages. We are going lowing corruption fueled by relation between Haitians and lace. to build houses,” Aristide said Although Aristide said he drug trafficking and master- him.” to cheers from the crowd. wouldn’t focus on politics minding attacks on opponents “Aristide and Lavalas had after he returned from exile with armed gangs. Narcisse isn’t the only can- their chances to make things Such remarks suggest to some in 2011, the twice-elected, didate with ties to the former better and they didn’t,” he said that he would not sit on the twice-ousted leader has been Aristide spent seven years in president. on the outskirts of Port-au- sidelines of a Narcisse presi- vigorously campaigning for exile in South Africa after his Prince’s seaside slum of Cite dency. Maryse Narcisse, the presi- 2004 ouster. He was greeted The field also includes Jude Soleil, where people live in dential candidate for his Fan- by jubilant crowds upon his Celestin, who is backed by rows of squalid hovels. “You “It is clear that a victory would mi Lavalas party. While Aris- return to Haiti in 2011, but Rene Preval, a former protege can’t build a sewer and call it allow Aristide to govern be- tide isn’t a candidate for any largely kept a low profile until of Aristide who served as pres- a village.” hind the throne,” said Henry post, he has been giving stump this year. ident in 1996-2001 and then Carey, a Haiti expert and polit- speeches and waving to ador- again in 2006-2011. Figures Associated Press ical science professor at Geor- ing loyalists from a convoy A candidate would needs to once closely affiliated with the gia State University.

North Miami Mayor Calls For Halt of Haitian Deportations NORTH MI- After the massive 2010 earthquake, the AMI -- The U.S. had been welcoming Haitian mi- mayor of North grants based on the poor conditions on the Miami is ask- island nation. ing the White House to re- The White House now says the conditions verse a policy have improved, prompting the crackdown that blocks Hai- on migrants crossing the border. tian migrants from entering Leaders in the South Florida Haitian com- the U.S. at the munity are outraged. border between Southern Cal- “This is wrong. You cannot target a partic- ifornia and ular ethnic group and decide you are not Mexico. going to let them in when thousands of eth- nic people from other countries are arriv- Mayor Smith Joseph held a news confer- ing to this country and we are welcoming ence Wednesday (September 28) announc- them with open arms,” said Mayor Joseph. ing that the city council approved a reso- lution urging President Barack Obama to The mayor says the conditions in Haiti are allow Haitian migrants to cross the border. still awful and that migrants should be al- lowed into the U.S. Last week, The Obama administration au- thorized the deportation of Haitians trying A copy of the resolution is being sent to the to cross the border near San Diego. White House. LE FLORIDIEN OCTOBER 1 - 15, 2016 | VOL 16 NO. 372 HAITI NEWS 3 U.S. to Step Up Deportations of Haitians Amid Surge at Border By KIRK SEMPLE en have made the trek, too, as have children and even MEXICO CITY — The newborns. They have mainly Obama administration, re- taken an elaborate series of sponding to an extraordinary bus rides, though migrants wave of Haitian migrants also had to travel at times seeking to enter the Unit- by foot, truck and boat, and ed States, said on Thursday have hired smugglers to help (September 22) that it would sneak them across certain fully resume deportations of borders or avoid law en- undocumented Haitian im- forcement officials. migrants. They have told of high- After an earthquake devas- way robberies, frighten- tated parts of Haiti in 2010, ing encounters with armed the United States suspend- gangs and beatings. Some ed deportations, saying that migrants have died during A group of Haitians on the way to the U.S. sits on a curb in Tijuana, Sept. 20, 2016. Photo by Katie Schoolov sending Haitians back to the the trip, many being swept country at a time of great in- border without visas will be elsewhere. away while trying to ford stability would put their lives put into expedited removal The migratory wave has swift-moving rivers. at risk. About a year later, of- proceedings. An uptick in deportations overwhelmed shelters along ficials partly resumed depor- might not occur immediate- the way, particularly in Ti- The shift in American policy tations, focusing on people Jeh Johnson, the secretary of ly. Removals require the co- juana, where the shelters caught advocates in San Di- convicted of serious crimes Homeland Security, said in operation of and paperwork have been at or over capac- ego and Tijuana by surprise. or those considered a threat a statement that conditions from the receiving country, ity for much of the past four to national security. in Haiti had “improved suf- and Homeland Security of- months, while also struggling “It was a complete and utter ficiently to permit the U.S. ficials said they were still in with language and cultur- shock,” said Ginger Jacobs, But since last spring, thou- government to remove Hai- talks with the Haitian gov- al barriers. Some migrants, an immigration lawyer and sands of Haitian migrants tian nationals on a more reg- ernment about the policy because they were unable the chairwoman of the San who had moved to Brazil in ular basis.” shift. to find accommodations or Diego Immigrant Rights search of work have been wanted to avoid shelter liv- Consortium. “We are pretty streaming north, mostly by While Mr. Johnson’s state- In the meantime, officials ing, have chosen to sleep on baffled by what appears to be land, winding up at Amer- ment did not mention the re- said, nearly all Haitians the streets. a complete 180 in terms of ican border crossings that cent influx of Haitians along stopped at the border and policy.” lead to Southern California. the southwestern border, scheduled for accelerated Haitians started migrating Homeland Security officials, deportations will be put into to Brazil in large numbers She added, “We object to a Few have arrived with during a conference call with detention centers. after the earthquake. Haiti policy change that doesn’t American visas, but nearly reporters, cited the migrant was reeling, but Brazil was appear to reflect any actual all have been allowed to en- wave as the other major fac- Officials clarified, howev- ascendant, and it had a need change in reality.” ter the United States because tor in the administration’s er, that asylum law would for cheap labor, especially immigration officials were decision. continue to apply to newly with the World Cup and the Margarita Andonaegui, the prohibited, under the modi- arriving Haitians. A migrant Olympics approaching. Hai- coordinator of a main mi- fied deportation policy, from Since last October, officials who feared returning to Haiti tians, with few prospects at grant shelter in Tijuana, said using the so-called fast-track said, more than 5,000 Hai- because of the threat of per- home, were happy to oblige. that on Wednesday afternoon removal process often em- tians without visas have secution or torture would she had received what sound- ployed at the border for new, shown up at the San Ysidro be interviewed to determine Thousands of them made ed like heartening news: The undocumented arrivals. crossing that links Tijuana, whether that fear was credi- their way to Brazil, where American authorities were Mexico, with San Diego. By ble. If an immigration officer many were granted human- going to increase their pro- Instead, the migrants were comparison, 339 Haitians determined it was, the immi- itarian visas that allowed cessing capacity for the Hai- placed in a slower deporta- without visas arrived at the grant could apply for asylum. them to work. tians, to 150 per day from 50. tion process and released, San Ysidro crossing in the with an appointment to ap- 2015 fiscal year. Haitian immigrants covered But amid Brazil’s econom- But in light of the new de- pear in immigration court by temporary protected sta- ic and political convulsions portation policy, that piece of at a later date, officials said. An additional 4,000 to 6,000 tus would be unaffected by over the last two years, information took on another Since early summer, most Haitians were thought to be the change in policy. many Haitians lost their jobs meaning. have been given permission making their way from Bra- or sank deeper into poverty. to remain in the country for zil, immigrant advocates in Over the summer, the un- “They’re going to receive as long as three years under San Diego and Tijuana said, usual surge in Haitian mi- The migration north began them to deport them,” Ms. a humanitarian parole pro- based on estimates from shel- grants was accompanied by in earnest during the spring, Andonaegui said. “That’s vision, immigrant advocates ters along the Brazil-to-Mex- an equally unusual surge in with a large influx in Tijua- bad news.” said. ico migration route. migrants from more than two na in late May, and the surge dozen other countries, nearly has continued. Source: newtimes.com With the full resumption of The message to those Hai- all traveling along the same deportations, which took ef- tians from the Obama ad- arduous routes from South The Haitian migrant popu- fect on Thursday morning, ministration, however, seems America, across as many as lation has mainly consisted Haitians who arrive at the clear: Turn around or go 10 borders. of men, though many wom- LE FLORIDIEN 4 EDITORIAL OCTOBER 1 - 15, 2016 | VOL 16 NO. 372 Where Do You Stand? he runoff race for the newly redrawn Flori- At least some well-known community personalities ‘ethical hypocrisy’. Everyone agrees that hypocrisy Tda Senate District 38 this upcoming Novem- need to make the first step. It is time for our politi- is something to be avoided. Concerned community ber between State representative Daphne D. cians in particular to openly express their opinion on leaders should make it clear to the public where they Campbell and former State representative Phillip this race without fear of losing friendships or sup- stand on the race of Brutus vs. Campbell, hopefully J. Brutus is good news for the entire Miami-Dade port for themselves. in a sense to guide the voters in the right direction. Haitian community. It’s a winning situation for the Haitian-American community, regardless of the out- It is imperative for our community leaders to come By publicly throwing support to one of those two come. out and tell us where they stand, tell us which can- candidates, our community leaders would help the didate they back as the next Florida District 38 Sen- Haitian-American voters identify the one who could As both candidates are Haitian-American, one of ator, and why that candidate is the clear choice (for be the best advocate for the community on the Sen- them will surely make history by becoming the very them). ate floor in Tallahassee. first to be elected to the Florida State Senate. How- ever, nobody can predict so far who will win; it’s a This newspaper has consistently spoken out against Endorsing a candidate should never mean fearing neck-and-neck race. the idea of fearing for any reason when it comes to public opinion or backlash. It’s about being a strong voicing opinions about community matters, because leader. It is time to express their political view, Haitian-American voters are not in the majority in America guarantees everyone the rights to express whatever they may be. In this election cycle, it’s this district; however, they are significant enough to personal ideas and opinions. This freedom guaran- not the time to remain silent, or anonymous. This is determine the winner. It is true that winning the seat tees the rights to talk freely in public to a group of the beauty of Democracy. The community deserves will depend on the platform of the candidate, and people. leaders who are real and able to take responsibility more importantly, who will stand behind that can- for their support, whatever candidate they support. didate. This freedom also comes with significant responsi- bilities; as a community or political leader, it is in- If you are a true leader, you cannot stay behind the Of course, endorsements from political or civic cumbent upon those to whom we look for guidance scenes during election time. You have to come for- groups or even individuals viewed as having influ- and assurance to stand up, and take a stand. It’s time ward and show your support. Publically. ence in the community would have impact on who to take responsibility for the honor the community is the best candidate the Haitian-American voters has helped bestow upon you. Please tell the community where you stand on Bru- should embrace. But an essential question still re- tus-Campbell race. mains unanswered: which public figures in the Hai- So, why aren’t community leaders and public figures tian Community will come out to endorse one of speaking out? There is a serious reality behind it. In LE FLORIDIEN these two candidates? the Haitian community, there is something called

LGBTQ Festival Canceled in Haiti Amid Threats, Gov’t Order By david mcfadden, AP nonprofit Knowledge and Freedom radio station it was in part to protect called African Rainbow. It has also Foundation. Haiti’s “moral and social” values. been held in Belgium. This was the Organizers of a cultural festival in first year it was scheduled to take Haiti celebrating the Afro-Caribbean Charlot Jeudy of the gay rights group Leger had received a complaint in re- place in Haiti. LGBTQ community said Tuesday that Kouraj, the main organizer of the cent days from Sen. Jean Renel Sena- it has been called off due to numerous event, said he is determined that the tus, a lawmaker who considered the “Unfortunately the situation is get- threats of violence and a subsequent arts festival by lesbian, gay, bisexu- event an affront to traditional families. ting more and more dramatic,” said prohibition by a government commis- al and transgender Haitians and their Anthony Manuel Plagnes Paya, festi- sioner. supporters will be held at a later date. Haiti’s LGBTQ community has long val spokesman in Montreal. “Kouraj remained largely underground be- members are threatened (with) death The four-day Massimadi film, art and “There are very homophobic people cause of social stigma, although there and are scared to go out.” performance event was supposed to who are against it, and the govern- are no laws criminalizing homosexual Staff and volunteers at Kouraj’s head- start Tuesday in the capital, Port-au- ment official who is responsible for relations as there are in a number of quarters in Port-au-Prince said they Prince, but organizers said it had to be the jurisdiction of Port-au-Prince has English-speaking Caribbean islands. were determined not to be intimidated postponed after a prominent Haitian also taken a decision to prevent the A 2015 human rights report on Haiti and believe tolerance is gradually ex- cultural institution known as FOKAL festival for now,” said Jeudy. “But we by the U.S. State Department said that panding in Haiti. and other co-hosts were threatened still plan on holding Massimadi in the “local attitudes remained hostile to with arson and other attacks. future.” outward” LGBTQ identification and “LGBT people are coming out and ac- expression, especially in the capital. cepting themselves more these days,” “FOKAL has been receiving threats Capital Commissioner Jean Danton Jeudy said. “They walk on the streets of outrageous violence,” said Lorraine Leger confirmed that he issued an or- The Massimadi festival was first put very proud.” Mangones, executive director of the der to block the festival, telling a local on in 2009 in Montreal by a group

Trump adviser in Florida resigns, citing discomfort with campaign ‘direction’ - ERRATUM - A Donald Trump aide in Florida re- Bloomberg on Friday. She resigned When he was a top executive with signed over concerns she has with on Monday. the Miss Universe pageant, Trump In a previous publication, we erroneously noted the direction of the campaign, ac- called Machado “Miss Piggy” and Senate District 38 candidate Phillip J. Brutus as run- cording to Bloomberg. The resignation follows a series of “Miss Housekeeping.” Machado ning as an Independent. Mr. Brutus informed us that late-night tweets from Trump’s ac- was crowned Miss Venezuela in this is not accurate, that he is running as having no “It is clear the campaign is now count directed at former Miss Uni- 1996. party affiliation (NPA). Please note this change and going in a direction I am no longer verse Alicia Machado, whose story thank you Mr. Brutus for offering clarification about comfortable with and I have decid- of insulting treatment by Trump this important topic. ed to move on,” Healy Baumgard- was cited by Hillary Clinton in ner, a longtime GOP operative, told Monday’s presidential debate. LE FLORIDIEN OCTOBER 1 - 15, 2016 | VOL 16 NO. 372 THE LAW CORNER 5 Hillary Clinton v. Donald Trump on Immigration. What is their plan for you?

The result of the 2016 presi- family detention for parents and children who arrive dential elections will have a at our border in desperate situations and close private 5. Immediately terminate President Obama’s two il- lasting impact Immigration immigrant detention centers. legal executive amnesties. All immigration laws will issues. It is among the most be enforced - we will triple the number of ICE agents. complex and most debated • Expand access to affordable health care Anyone who enters the U.S. illegally is subject to de- issues. It is important for to all families. We should let families—regardless portation. That is what it means to have laws and to immigrants to really know of immigration status—buy into the Affordable have a country. and understand the platform Care Act exchanges. Families who want to purchase of each candidate. health insurance should be able to do so. 6. Suspend the issuance of visas to any place where adequate screening cannot occur, until proven and According to the Hillary • Promote naturalization. Hillary will work effective vetting mechanisms can be put into place. By Patricia Elizée, Esq. Clinton campaign. This is to expand fee waivers to alleviate naturalization 7. Ensure that other countries take their people back her immigration policy: costs, increase access to language programs to en- when we order them deported. courage English proficiency, and increase outreach • Introduce comprehensive immigration and education to help more people navigate the pro- 8. Ensure that a biometric entry-exit visa tracking reform. Hillary will introduce comprehensive immi- cess. system is fully implemented at all land, air, and sea gration reform with a pathway to full and equal citi- ports. zenship within her first 100 days in office. It will treat • Support immigrant integration. Hillary every person with dignity, fix the family visa back- will create a national Office of Immigrant Affairs, 9. Turn off the jobs and benefits magnet. Many -im log, uphold the rule of law, protect our borders and support affordable integration services through $15 migrants come to the U.S. illegally in search of jobs, national security, and bring millions of hardworking million in new grant funding for community navi- even though federal law prohibits the employment of people into the formal economy. gators and similar organizations, and significantly illegal immigrants. increase federal resources for adult English language • End the three- and 10-year bars. The education and citizenship education. 10. Reform legal immigration to serve the best inter- three- and 10-year bars force families—especially ests of America and its workers. those whose members have different citizenship or According to the Donald Trump campaign, this is immigration statuses—into a heartbreaking dilem- his immigration plan: Patricia Elizee is the managing partner of Elizee Law ma: remain in the shadows, or pursue a green card by Firm, an immigration and family law firm. Ms. Elizee leaving the country and loved ones behind. • Promote a system of legal immigration that can be contacted at 305-371-8846 serves the well-being of the American people. • Defend President Obama’s executive ac- tions—known as DACA and DAPA—against par- • Keep immigration levels, measured by pop- tisan attacks. The Supreme Court’s deadlocked deci- ulation share, within historical norms. sion on DAPA was a heartbreaking reminder of how high the stakes are in this election. Hillary believes • Select immigrants based on their DAPA is squarely within the president’s authority likelihood of success in the U.S. and their and won’t stop fighting until we see it through. The ability to be financially self-sufficient. estimated 5 million people eligible for DAPA—in- cluding DREAMers and parents of Americans and • Establish new immigration con- lawful residents—should be protected under the ex- trols to boost wages and to ensure that open ecutive actions. jobs are offered to American workers first.

• Do everything possible under the law to Donald J. Trump’s 10 Point Plan to Put protect families. If Congress keeps failing to act America First on comprehensive immigration reform, Hillary will enact a simple system for those with sympathetic 1. Begin working on an impenetrable phys- cases—such as parents of DREAMers, those with a ical wall on the southern border, on day history of service and contribution to their commu- one. Mexico will pay for the wall. nities, or those who experience extreme labor viola- tions—to make their case and be eligible for deferred 2. End catch-and-release. Under a Trump action. administration, anyone who illegally cross- es the border will be detained until they are • Enforce immigration laws humanely. Im- removed out of our country. migration enforcement must be humane, targeted, and effective. Hillary will focus resources on detain- 3. Move criminal aliens out day one, in joint ing and deporting those individuals who pose a vio- operations with local, state, and federal law lent threat to public safety, and ensure refugees who enforcement. We will terminate the Obama seek asylum in the U.S. have a fair chance to tell their administration’s deadly, non-enforcement stories. policies that allow thousands of criminal aliens to freely roam our streets. • End family detention and close private immigration detention centers. Hillary will end 4. End sanctuary cities.

Miami Police Find Baby in Car With Adults Passed Out MIAMI -- A two-month-old baby was found at The two-month-old was taken to a Miami fire the scene of a car accident Monday with two station. The child’s father did not want to talk adults who appeared to be under the influence, to the media when he arrived at the fire station. according to Miami police. The baby’s godfather was also at the fire sta- Lt. Freddie Cruz said the child’s mother was tion. He told NBC 6 the baby’s name is Eliza- outside of the car when Miami Fire Rescue beth Ashantay. arrived at the scene of the crash on Northwest 20th Street and 12th Avenue around noon. The It was previously reported that the child was baby was also out of the car but still strapped in handed over to her biological father. Police lat- a car seat. er revealed she will remain in the custody of the Florida Department of Children and Families. A man in the driver’s seat was unconscious, po- A dependency hearing is scheduled for Wednes- lice said. day.

Cruz said the man and the child’s mother ap- Detectives said the child’s mother and the man peared to be under the influence of possibly could face charges if it is revealed there were drugs or alcohol. under the influence of drugs or alcohol at the time of the crash. There were no injuries. Both adults were trans- Source: nbcmiami.com ported to the hospital in stable condition. LE FLORIDIEN 6 MIAMI NEWS OCTOBER 1 - 15, 2016 | VOL 16 NO. 372 The Largest Medicare Scam in U.S. History Was Just Discovered In Miami

An excellent example of government corruption just “This is the largest single criminal healthcare fraud Esformes’s defense attorney’s believe they smell a popped up in Miami, and in a billion dollar way. case ever brought against individuals by the Depart- rat. According to the Miami Herald, Philip Esformes ran ment of Justice,” the criminal division’s assistant one of the largest chains of healthcare centers in the attorney general, Leslie R. Caldwell, said Friday On Friday, Esformes’ defense attorneys, Marissel Miami-Dade area, with some 30 locations. Reports during a news conference at the U.S. attorney’s of- Descalzo and Michael Pasano, issued a statement say that Esformes is alleged to have defrauded med- fice in Miami. declaring he committed no wrongdoing. icaire by continuously performing completely un- necessary procedures. “The magnitude of alleged false claims in this “Mr. Esformes is a respected and well-regarded scheme is staggering and outrageous, even by South businessman. He is devoted to his family and his re- Philip Esformes, 47, charged with two other defen- Florida healthcare fraud standards,” said U.S. attor- ligion,” the statement said. “The government allega- dants, is accused of exploiting his network of about ney Wifredo Ferrer. “This case illustrates once again tions appear to come from people who were caught 20 Miami-Dade skilled-nursing and assisted-living that Medicare fraud has infected every aspect of the breaking the law and are now hoping to gain reduced facilities to fleece the taxpayer-funded Medicare by healthcare system.” sentences. Mr Esformes adamantly denies these al- filing false claims for services that were not neces- legations and will fight hard to clear his name.” sary or in some instances not provided over the past Esformes is said to have personally made $78 mil- 14 years. lion off the years long scam, including $10.4 million This may be hard to prove, seeing as how the pool of in 2012 alone. crimes Esformes had his toe dipped into is one big According to the Justice Department, Esformes is deep end. This includes attempting to help two phy- also guilty of pocketing kickbacks that would bring Due to the enormity of the charges and crimes, Es- sicians involved in fraud with him flee the country, a the beneficiaries to other healthcare providers. formes is actually facing life in prison, and therefor plot which ultimately failed. have requested that he be held until the trial, which Seeing how easy it is to defraud the system, is it any While Esformes billed for $1 billion dollars for per- will happen on August 1st. According to authorities, wonder that people are so against government con- forming all these “services,” Medicare has only paid Esformes has already demonstrated that he would trolled healthcare? out $500 Million since 2009. attempt to run.

What Trump’s Little Haiti meeting means for Haitians? Continued from page 1 means that this upcoming election is game changing, and every vote counts. For example, as Washington Post re- No party can take the Haitian-American ported, some Clinton-backed projects vote for granted. The Haitian community didn’t come through, such as a $2 mil- is moving in a way where they welcome lion housing expo for thousands of new candidates from both parties, contrary to housing units. The Government Ac- the longtime electoral rhetoric: Haitians countability Office found poor planning blindly voting Democrat. and unsustainable outcomes for taxpay- er-funded projects through USAID, such Today, Haitian-American voters are as a $170 million power plant and port ready to listen to both Trump and Hil- for the Caracol Industrial Park, which lary in order to decide for whom they are the Clinton Foundation promoted. going to vote on Tuesday November 8th. US Presidential candidate leaves the Caribbean Market Place in Little Haiti on Friday, September 16, Keep in mind that this is in no way an It was clear that many attendees were at 2016, after meeting with members of the Haitian Community. Photo AFP. endorsement for any candidate, but rath- the Caribbean Market Place out of cu- er a message to the Haitian community; riosity, and the Haitian community was billions of dollars of donations from Florida’s Haitian community, noted that our voices are being heard, not just lo- not fully represented at the meeting. Haiti following the 2010 earthquake and this was the first time that a U.S. pres- cally but nationally. Many Haitian speakers expressed their called upon the charity to “disclose the idential candidate had visited the com- frustration with the former first Ameri- audit of all that money.” munity. It’s time for us to continue raising our can family based on their personal dis- voices and listening to those who seek appointment. Trump said very little during the 26-min- The fact that Trump, as the Republican to lead our nation, state, and commu- ute meeting. He did say, however, that presidential nominee, came to meet a nity. Instead of following in blind faith The case of former Senate President of Clinton failed Haiti when it needed help small group of Haitians means a lot for for one political party, this great nation Haiti (1994), Bernard Sansaricq, who the most. the entire Haitian diaspora in United was founded on the principles or strong told the crowd that former US president States of America. It is a positive step leadership, forgiveness, faith, and com- Bill Clinton once tried to bribe him for “I didn’t understand, but now I under- in a direction where, from now on, pol- promise. We need leaders who exhibit not being in favor of the U.S. invasion stand. Clinton was responsible for doing iticians can see Haitian-Americans as a the same strength our Haitian-American of Haiti in 1994, is a perfect illustration things a lot of the Haitian people are not serious block of voters. community holds strong each and every of some allegations people heard that af- happy with,” Trump added after Sansa- day. ternoon. ricq’s remark, referencing many Hai- Trump’s visit shows a great political tians’ feelings about the Clintons. move by the Republican Party as they DF/Le Floridien In addition to that, Sansaricq claimed understand a large number of Haitians that the Clinton Foundation withheld Georges Saati, member of the South are frustrated with the Clintons. It also LE FLORIDIEN OCTOBER 1 - 15, 2016 | VOL 16 NO. 372 UROLOGY HEALTH 7 Prostate Cancer Screening: What You Need to Know Prostate cancer is the exam at the age of 40. involves having your healthcare provider remove second most common- Based on the results, your healthcare provider will several small samples of your prostate gland for ly diagnosed cancer determine the appropriate frequency for you to con- analysis. This testing is the only definitive way to and the second leading tinue to be monitored. Men who have a life expec- diagnose and stage prostate cancer. cause of cancer death tancy of less than 10 years are not recommended to among American men. receive screening. For all men, the decision to un- What are the signs and symptoms of prostate With an average of 1 in dergo prostate cancer screening should ultimately cancer? 6 men being diagnosed be the result of a careful discussion of the risks and Signs and symptoms of prostate cancer are generally with prostate cancer in benefits between you and your healthcare provider. not apparent unless the cancer is advanced. In ad- their lifetime, the need vanced stages, you may notice blood in your urine, to know who is at risk What tests are used for screening? weakened urinary stream, or difficulty with erection. and who should be There are two primary tests that are used for prostate If the cancer metastasizes (or spreads outside of the screened is becoming cancer screening – a digital rectal exam and a pros- prostate), you can experience bone pain in the hips, By Dr. Angelo D. Gousse increasingly important. tate-specific antigen (PSA)blood test. A digital rectal spine, ribs, or other areas. Any cancer affecting the exam involves having a healthcare provider insert spine can also cause changes to your spinal nerves, What is prostate cancer? gloved, lubricated finger into the rectum to evaluate which may lead to weakness or numbness in your Prostate cancer is the malignant, uncontrolled the size and texture of the prostate gland. The PSA lower limbs and loss of bladder or bowel control. growth of cells within the prostate gland. The pros- laboratory test is used to measure the level of pros- This tends to occur with advanced cancer of the tate is a walnut-sized gland, which is located below tate-specific antigen – a substance produced by the prostate. the bladder and in front of the rectum in a male. It prostate gland – in the blood. The normal range for wraps around the male urethra, which is the tube PSA in general is any value less than 4 nanograms It is important to note that many other non-malig- that carries urine out of the body. The prostate’s pri- per milliliter (ng/ml) of blood. nant disorders can cause similar symptoms. There- mary function is to produce some of the fluid that fore, you should always discuss your symptoms nourishes and supports sperm as it exits the body. What if my test results are abnormal? with a healthcare professional so that they can be Am I at an increased risk of prostate cancer? An elevated PSA can occur with any of the most further evaluated. common prostate disorders, including prostatitis, Men who are above the age of 50, are African-Amer- benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH),and prostate Angelo E. Gousse, MD ican, or have an intermediate family member with cancer. In addition, age, certain medications, trau- Clinical Professor of Urology - Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine - FIU prostate cancer (such as a father or brother) are at an ma, or procedures (such as cystoscopy and prostate Voluntary Professor of Urology - University of Miami , Miller increased risk of prostate cancer. Studies have also biopsy) canals cause an increase in PSA. Therefore, School of Medicine shown that you may be at an increased risk of pros- it is important to note that PSA is not specific for tate cancer if you eat a diet high in fat (particularly prostate cancer, but it is simply an indicator of pros- Director of Fellowship:Female Urology,Voiding Dysfunction, Reconstruction animal fat) or consume large quantities of alcohol. tate cancer risk. Memorial Hospital Miramar, South Broward Hospital District 1951 SW 172 Avenue, Suite 305, Who should get screened? 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MIA terminal maintenance director charged in $5 million fraud, kickback scheme

MIAMI - The director of Miami In- vices,” U.S. Attorney Wifredo Fer- ternational Airport’s Terminal Main- rer said in a statement. “Corruption tenance Division has been charged in by those who hold the public’s trust a $5 million airport fraud and kick- corrodes the practice of fair business back scheme. dealings. The U.S. Attorney’s Of- fice, the FBI and our partners at the Court documents show that Ivan Val- State Attorney’s Office will continue des, 46, pleaded not guilty Friday to to target for prosecution all corrupt charges of bribery, bid tampering, officials, regardless of their posi- official misconduct and money laun- tion.” dering. Among Valdes’ responsibilities as di- According to a federal complaint, rector of the Terminal Maintenance Valdes used his position from 2010 Division were preparing the annual to 2015 to manipulate the bid pro- operating budget for facilities and cess for light fixture vendors hoping terminal maintenance, oversight for to provide services at MIA. terminal maintenance building shops and the day-to-day operations of fa- With the help of several co-conspir- cilities and terminal maintenance, in- ators, the Aviation Department pur- cluding lighting for MIA. chased as many as 500 light fixtures at a time from the “winning vendor,” Valdes was first hired by the Mi- and Valdes and his co-conspirators ami-Dade Aviation Department in received a share of the proceeds from May 1989. the orders, the complaint said. Roy Jesus Bustillo, 37, Rolando Pe- rez, 57, and Jose Barroso, 51, all of Authorities said more than 9,000 Miami, are charged with conspiracy fixtures were purchased from the to commit mail fraud and wire fraud. company between 2010 and 2015, Ygnacio Valdez, 45, of Miami, an and Valdes and his co-conspirators employee in the Procurement Sec- collected more than $5 million in the tion of the Miami-Dade County Avi- scheme. ation Department, is charged with misprision of a felony. “Taxpayers deserve to have their hard-earned monies fund local gov- Valdes was released Friday on his ernment, not the pockets of indi- own recognizance. viduals who deprive South Florida residents of the benefit of honest ser- Source: local10.com LE FLORIDIEN 8 SHEKINAH RUBRIC OCTOBER 1 - 15, 2016 | VOL 16 NO. 372 Donnie Mcclurkin chez les Haïtiens Donnie Mcclurkin ne vient pas nacle de Gloire le 1er janvier souvent visiter la communauté dernier puis lors de la con- haïtienne de Miami, et lor- férence « Arise and Shine » le squ’il vient c’est le Tabernacle 28 juillet dernier. de Gloire qui a le privilège de recevoir cet adorateur hors du Lorsque Donnie Mcclurkin commun qui glorifie le Sei- chante parmi les Haïtiens, il se gneur Jésus à travers le monde fait le devoir de chanter dans depuis plusieurs années. notre savoureux créole. Le chanteur connait le très popu- Donnie Mcclurkin n’est pas laire air « Louwe louwe, gloire seulement une figure connue à Jésus, peche m yo efase ». du monde évangélique. L’ar- « Mais c’est tout ce je sais », tiste a une carrière interna- avouera-t-il lors de sa première tionale et il se fait le devoir visite en janvier dernier. L’ar- de chanter dans la langue des tiste avait non seulement pays qu’il visite que ce soit le chanté mais aussi prêché car Japon ou les pays du continent il est aussi pasteur de l’assem- africain. Donnie ne s’est pas blée Perfecting Faith Church encore rendu en Haïti, mais (311 N. Main Street Freeport, il a visité en deux reprises la NY 11520). Donnie Mcclurkin grande communauté haïtienne gnage personnel avec l’assis- victime de toutes sortes d’abus plus connues de la musique de Miami. Mcclurkin avait À la fin de son sermon, Donnie tance. Il s’agissait du poignant (verbal, physique) pour être évangélique mondiale. d’abord performé au Taber- Mcclurkin a partagé son témoi- récit d’un homme parti de rien, aujourd’hui l’une des voix les Delly Benson, un adorateur avec un cœur pour Dieu Delly Benson, l’un des ar- « C’est un adorateur que Dieu banza, Voice of Inspiration, tistes chrétiens haïtiens utilise puissamment un peu David Métayer, Dickson les plus en vue du moment, partout à travers le monde. Guillaume, Phil Driscoll pour avait fait un passage très Il est une bénédiction pour la ne citer que ceux-là. remarqué au Tabernacle de nation haïtienne », avait pour- suivi Pasteur Toussaint. Lors de la clôture de la con- Gloire l’été dernier. férence « Arise and Shine L’auteur de l’album évan- 2016 » à la Bank United Cen- « Nous avons l’habitude de gélique « You are Lord » et ter, Coral Gables, Miami, le chanter ses chansons, nous interprète des morceaux à 31 juillet dernier, Delly Ben- sommes bénis par ses compo- succès tels que « Mwen Kwè son s’est encore surpassé. sitions hautement inspirées, », « Plis Lanmou », « Anyo Devant un public multicul- aujourd’hui il vient adorer le Bondye a » avait été vive- turel de près de 8000 per- Seigneur avec nous en per- ment accueilli par la foule. sonnes, Delly Benson a inter- sonne », avait déclaré le pas- Delly Benson suit les trac- prété divers morceaux de son teur Gregory Toussaint en in- es de figures reconnues du répertoire dont « Espri k pi troduisant le psalmiste Delly monde évangélique qui sont fò a », l’une des chansons in- Benson le 22 juin écoulé au passées par le Tabernacle de édites devant figurer sur son public du North Miami Se- Gloire, parmi lesquels nous deuxième album intitulé « A nior High Gymnasium durant pouvons citer : Donnie Mc- Dieu soit la gloire ». les 40 jours de jeûne du Tab- clurkin, Micah Stampley, ernacle de Gloire. Ingrid Rosario, Sinach, Ala-

New Series: Walking in the Supernatural “Walking in the Supernatural” is a new series that Pastor Gregory Toussaint started on Sep- tember 4th at Tabernacle of Glory. This series is a continuation of the “Glory” theme, and will last a whole year. “We will teach God’s people how to walk in divine supernatural, how to operate with God’s power,” said Pastor Greg.

“Last year we taught much about God’s pres- ence, this year we are going to focus on the di- vine power, because the believer must not only have the presence but also the power of God in his/her life,” said Pastor Gregory Toussaint while introducing the new series. “(Ephesians 5:18). Worship Location: North Miami Senior High Auditorium The key to God’s power working in the believ- er’s life is the fullness of the Holy Spirit. “It is TG Sunday Service schedule 13110 NE 8th Ave, North Miami, FL 33161 an absolute necessity for the believer to be filled Phone: 7865051580/ 3058990101 with the Holy Spirit,” said Pastor Gregory Tous- First Creole Worship: 8AM saint. “Nature abhorring a vacuum, if he/she is Email: [email protected] not filled with the Holy Spirit, it is possible that Second Creole Worship: 10AM another force, a negative one, come fill him/ Website: www.tabernacleofglory.net her,” he said, quoting the introductory verse of English Worship: 12:30 PM the series: “Do not get drunk on wine, which leads to debauchery. But be filled with the Spirit LE FLORIDIEN OCTOBER 1 - 15, 2016 | VOL 16 NO. 372 ADVERTISEMENT 9 LE FLORIDIEN 10 US ELECTIONS - HAITIANS OCTOBER 1 - 15, 2016 | VOL 16 NO. 372 Dr. Theramene Encourages Haitian-Americans to Get Out and Vote for ‘Haitians for Hillary’ Continued from page 1 diverse coalition membership with grassroots lead- effective use of door-to-door operations. ers and community organizations, coordinating and For this upcoming November general election, facilitating coalition meetings, and communicating “The November 8 general election is approaching throughout the Hillary for America-Organization, effectively with members of the Haitian community fast, but there is another date coming more quickly: the Black voters are subdivided into many ethnic to promote collaboration that leads to involvement the October 11 deadline to register to vote. Registra- subcategories. The new concept has given birth to with the campaign. tion is extremely important because if you are not #HaitiansforHillary, under the umbrella of the ‘Hai- registered to vote, you can’t vote,” noted Dr. Ther- tian Coalition of Florida’, which aims to educate, In addition, Dr. Theramene has organized events like amene. engage, and empower the Haitian-American voters the Haitian Women for Hillary house party, the cam- about Hillary Clinton’s vision for America as the paign launch kick-off for Broward Haitians for Hil- “Our first steps have been to go to Haitian churches next president. lary with the Haitian Democratic Club of Broward, from West Palm Beach to Homestead to help regis- Family-Fun “Voter Registration” Days at local flea ter voters. We met some excited new voters. People Very serious about reaching out directly to the Hai- markets, and she also hosted a panel discussion on you’ll never have to beg or plead with them to sign,” tian-American voters, the Democratic National Immigration Reform in Little Haiti at Emmanuel the Coaltition Director recounted. Committee (DNC) officially celebrated the Grand Haitian Baptist Church. opening of its new headquarters in Little Haiti on On top of registering new voters, at the Little Haiti Saturday September 3rd, in the heart of Miami’s Hai- “Although I look young, my passion for communi- headquarters, volunteers answer questions around tian Community. The woman who oversees the new ty service is bigger than that,” Dr. Theramene said. voter ID issues, polling place locations and other office activities is Dr. Cassandra Theramene, ED. D, “We cannot take Haitian votes for granted; every common points of confusion. The top priority for the MBA, a resident of Miami, whom has made quite vote counts. That is why we are campaigning to reg- ‘Haitian Coalition of Florida’ is to make sure that all a name for herself within South Florida’s Haitian ister and mobilize thousands of Haitian-Americans. South Florida’s Haitian-American voters make their Community. We are running one of the largest get-out-the-vote voice heard this Election Day. Throughout ‘#Hai- operations in the state.” tiansforHillary’, they are looking to max out Vote By For Dr. Theramene’s credentials speak for her, espe- Mail and Early Voting. cially her nine years of tireless work in South Flor- She later added, “Voter empowerment, for us, is not ida’s Haitian community. As Coalition Director for just about getting people out to vote— it is also ed- “I am educated, I am ok financially. But, you know the Florida Haitian branch, she is the highest-rank- ucating them about Mrs. Clinton’s policies and her what, I refuse to wake up on November 9th and al- ing Haitian staffer of Mrs. Clinton’s campaign in the vision for America as president. Hillary is the candi- low Mr. Trump, a flip-flopper on policies, to be the Sunshine state. date who strongly believes in keeping family togeth- next president. I want my future kids to be allowed to er. Immigration reform, TPS for Haitians, and help- have the best education. I am worried about mothers A leader, a philanthropist and an activist, with sixteen ing small businesses get access to capital, are some earning minimum wages, a 19- year old man in Little years’ experience of social service work, she already of the key programs that connect us (Haitians) to her Haiti who cannot afford to go to college after grad- proved herself worthy when it comes to leadership political platform.” uating from High School. Secretary Clinton is prov- and community involvement. With hundreds of staff- en about children, women, education, immigration, ers and volunteers to lead, Dr. Theramene oversees At the headquarters in Little Haiti (5905 N.E. 2nd small business … that is why we need to have her in all the organizational activities. Avenue), Haitian staffers and volunteers, from 21 office as the successor of Barack Obama,” concluded to 60-years of age, are in active campaign mode. Dr. Theramene. As part of her duties and responsibilities, Dr. Ther- They are very engaged in the process, especially the amene is responsible for accessing the needs of the ones Dr. Theramene calls ‘her front soldiers’. Those D. Ferdinand/LE FLORIDIEN community, building capacity and maintaining a pro-Hillary who are getting the word out, are making

Human rights defender combating Haitian statelessness attacked in Dominican Republic

SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic -- Around repeatedly, “The Haitian race is the worst in the world.” pital. Doctors told him he had a severe wound to the head, 8.30pm on 25 September, Dominican human rights de- The man later picked up his phone, saying, “Yes I’m with and other wounds to the lips, chest, legs and feet. fender Genaro Rincon was verbally and physically as- him.” He then told Rincon: “You’re one of those defend- saulted in Santo Domingo, the capital of the Dominican ers,” and tried to punch Rincon in the face. This attack happened a few days after public commemo- Republic. Various other defenders working against state- rations of the 2013 Constitutional Court judgement that lessness in the country have recently reported receiving The bus driver asked both men to get off the bus. Rincon rendered tens of thousands of Dominicans of Haitian de- threats, intimidations and insults related to their work. tried to resist but a second man suddenly came from be- scent stateless (Rincon being the lawyer of that emblem- hind and pushed him onto the street. While on the ground, atic case), which were widely reported in national media. On 25 September, Rincon left his office in the Colonial one of the two men threw a cement block at him, hitting Zone of Santo Domingo and went to a bus station near- his head and chest. Rincon was able to grab a pen and Since then, reports of threats, intimidations and insults on by on his way home to Santo Domingo Este. Rincon told defend himself by striking one of the two assailants in the social media against human rights defenders working on Amnesty International that, while he waited for the bus, eye. this issue have increased. At least two defenders, including he noticed a man looking at him suspiciously. Rincon, reported having been followed by unknown cars At this point a passerby shouted, “He is armed!” to dis- in the last two weeks. Around 8.15pm Genaro Rincon boarded the bus. The man tract the two attackers. This gave Rincon the opportunity he saw earlier sat in front of him and after a few min- to run and seek assistance in a gas station nearby. The staff utes began to verbally assault Rincon, shouting at him called emergency services, who brought Rincon to a hos- LE FLORIDIEN OCTOBER 1 - 15, 2016 | VOL 16 NO. 372 11 Les violences pré-électorales s’amplifient en Haiti, en dépit des dispositions annoncées [AlterPresse] --- Des violences ont encore marqué la autre attaque subie à Cerca-la-Source (département De violents affrontements ont également eu lieu à campagne électorale, au cours du weekend écoulé, du Plateau central). Milot (Nord), le jeudi 22 septembre 2016, entre les à deux semaines du déroulement des scrutins prés- partisans de Jean-Charles Moise et ceux du Parti identiel et l’égislatif du 9 octobre 2016, observe Al- Cette attaque viserait à déstabiliser l’équipe de Pitit haïtien tèt kale (Phtk). terPresse. Desalin, selon Moise, qui appelle le gouvernement à garantir sa sécurité pendant la campagne électorale. Dans l’après-midi du samedi 24 septembre 2016, le Ces violences, ayant fait, entre autres, des blessés député de la 50e législature, Garcia Delva, candidat par balles, ont été commises, malgré la mise en gar- Un meeting du parti politique Fanmi Lavalas n’a au Sénat pour l’Artibonite sous la bannière du parti de lancée par le Conseil électoral provisoire (Cep) pas pu se tenir, le samedi 24 septembre 2016, à Pe- Ayiti an aksyon (Aaa), a échappé, de justesse, à une contre les fauteurs de troubles, durant la campagne tit-Goâve (département de l’Ouest), où des opposants tentative d’assassinat. électorale, qui doit prendre fin le vendredi 7 octobre ont manifesté contre l’ex-président Jean-Bertrand 2016. Aristide qui se rendait dans la zone, accompagnant Le directeur général de la Pnh rappelle aux candidats la candidate à la présidence pour le parti, Maryse en campagne que, lors des réunions à caractère pub- La Police nationale d’Haïti (Pnh) avait aussi annon- Narcisse. lic, l’obligation leur est faite, à des fins de sécurité, cé un renforcement des dispositifs de sécurité, suite conformément au décret électoral de 2015, d’aviser à des agressions enregistrées antérieurement. Lors de la mobilisation, des individus ont brandi la police 48 heures à l’avance, en indiquant le lieu, des photos du journaliste Brignol Lindor, directeur le jour, la date, l’heure et la durée de toute rencontre. En campagne dans le département des Nippes (une de la salle des nouvelles de Radio Echo 2000, as- partie du Sud-Ouest d’Haïti), notamment dans la sassiné par des partisans d’Aristide, le 3 décembre La Pnh prévient également que, pour éviter toute commune de Miragoane (chef-lieu du département 2001 à l’Acul (1re section communale Bino de Pe- confrontation entre des groupes de sensibilités poli- des Nippes), la caravane de la plateforme politique tit-Goâve), à coups de piques et de machettes. tiques différentes, les candidats, en accord avec la Pitit Desalin a essuyé des jets de pierres, qui ont Police, doivent veiller à organiser leurs réunions à causé des blessures à trois personnes. L’équipe de campagne a dû rebrousser chemin, pour une distance d’au moins 1 km les unes des autres. se rendre dans la ville de Jacmel (Sud-Est), où elle a Une des vitres du véhicule du candidat à la prési- pu réaliser sa rencontre publique. dence, Jean-Charles Moise, a été brisée, lors d’une

L’élection présidentielle américaine passe par la conquête des « swing

Suite de la page 1 Hampshire, Nouveau-Mexique, Caro- 8 novembre. Source: lemonde.fr line du Nord, Ohio, Pennsylvanie, Wis- Donald Trump et Hillary Clinton con- consin) qui représentent 165 grands Un constat s’impose : le site FiveThir- centrent donc leurs efforts sur ceux électeurs. tyEight de Nate où ils ont une chance de gagner, les « Silver, le Princeton swing states ». RealClearPolitics va un cran plus Election Consor- loin et considère qu’il a jusqu’à 15 « tium, la « boule de Le problème avec les « swing states » swing states » (Floride, Ohio, Penn- cristal » de Larry est qu’il est difficile de s’accorder sur sylvanie, Caroline du Nord, Colora- Sabato (de l’univer- leur nombre. do, Nevada, Minnesota, Wisconsin, sité de Virginie), le Michigan, Iowa, Virginie, New Hamp- Cook Political, les Le Washington Post en a identifié dix shire, Maine, Arizona, Géorgie), qui analystes politiques (Caroline du Nord, Géorgie, Floride, représentent 185 grands électeurs. Rothenberg & Gon- Mississippi, Ohio, Michigan, Wis- Chemin plus ardu pour Donald Trump zales, ABC, AP, consin, Texas, Arizona et Colorado) CNN, Fox, NBC, qui représentent 168 grands électeurs. Le site 270towin, propose aux amateurs NPR, The Fix (du Sachant qu’il en faut 270 pour être élu, éclairés des pages consacrées aux pré- Washington Post) ou Hillary Clinton disposerait, selon le dictions sur la composition du collège Louis Jacobson qui Post, de 244 votes jugés sûrs, contre électoral le 8 novembre. A partir de ces écrit pour le mag- seulement 126 pour Donald Trump. cartes, l’élection ressemble à un jeu de azine Governing société, avec comme point de départ, estiment tous que Politico estime pour sa part qu’il y a les « Etats sûrs » et divers dégradés le chemin menant 11 « swing states » (Caroline du Nord, de bleu et de rouge, correspondant aux Donald Trump aux Colorado, Floride, Iowa, Michigan, sondages, accompagnés d’une pincée 270 grands électeurs Nevada, New Hampshire, Ohio, Penn- de « swing states » qui permettent de – et accessoirement sylvanie, Virginie et Wisconsin) qui déterminer quel chemin permettra d’ar- au 1600 Pennsyl- représentent 146 grands électeurs. river aux 270 grands électeurs. vania Avenue NW, Washington D.C. Le New York Times a une concep- Il suffit d’ouvrir ces pages pour se faire – est beaucoup plus tion plus extensive des « swing states une idée de la course vers la Maison ardu que pour Hil- », puisqu’il en compte 13 (Arizona, Blanche à un instant donné, les vagues lary Clinton, qui dis- Colorado, Floride, Géorgie, Illinois, de sondages se succédant à un rythme pose de moult optio Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Nevada, New effréné à mesure que l’on approche du ns.

L’ambassade américaine déplore le report du Festival MASSIMADI L’Ambassade des Etats-Unis à damentales de tous, qui leur per- quand même. Port-au-Prince annonce dans un mettent de vivre en paix et selon communiqué qu’elle regrette pro- la loi sans crainte d’oppression, de Maître Jean Danton Léger dit re- fondément les circonstances ayant violence ou de sanction, quels que specter les libertés individuelles mené au report du Festival MAS- soient leur race, leur couleur, leur mais s’oppose à toute activité sus- SIMADI et condamne la discrimi- genre ou leur orientation sexuelle. ceptible de causer un trouble à l’or- nation, l’intimidation et les menac- dre public et aux bonnes mœurs. es de violence de toutes sortes. Le parquet de Port au Prince avait interdit lundi, la tenue du festival En réaction les initiateurs du festi- « Haïti a une longue tradition de homosexuel Massi Madi qui devait val ont déploré le comportement du tolérance et a pris des engagements initialement se dérouler à Port au chef du Parquet. internationaux pour respecter les Prince du 27 au 30 septembre. droits de tout individu ». Peut-on- Selon eux cette décision prise par lire dans ce communiqué. Le Commissaire du gouvernement le commissaire du gouvernent est de Port au Prince avait menacé de une violation flagrante de la liberté Les Etats-Unis soutiennent les faire procéder à des interpellations d’expression. droits humains et les libertés fon- au cas où cette activité se tiendrait Source: metropolehaiti.com LE FLORIDIEN 12 MÉDIAS - CÉLÉBRATION OCTOBER 1 - 15, 2016 | VOL 16 NO. 372 « Radyo Kamoken » a fêté ses 31 ans, Erold Emmanuel fier de sa longévité NORTH MIAMI BEACH (Le Floridien) -- L’émis- communauté qui, malgré le boycottage des uns et sion radiophonique ‘Radyo Kamoken’ diffusée du les pressions des autres, ne se laissèrent pas intim- lundi au samedi en matinée sur la station Radio ider pour apporter leur support à la nouvelle émis- Mega - WJCC - 1700 AM, a fêté le jeudi 29 septem- sion, citant entre autres : Jeanjean St Armand de la bre écoulé ses 31 ans. défunte maison de transfert d’argent Valparaiso, le propriétaire de ‘Baptiste Bakery’, Dr. Jules Cadet, L’édition de ce jeudi-là était tout à fait spéciale. Dr. Joseph Gaston et son plus grand supporter à Les mots d’encouragement et les vœux de succès l’époque, Fritz Henriquez. continu pleuvaient par dizaines sur les ondes de la station de North Miami Beach entre 10hr et Midi, Erold Emmanuel a aussi rappelé à l’auditoire que l’horaire habituel de l’émission. c’est lui en personne qui, en 1987, avait emmené l’ancien président lavalas Jean Bertrand Aristide La programmation du jour revêt un caractère festif. au centre des réfugiés haïtiens à la 54è rue (Little Fidèles auditeurs, amis du personnel, entrepreneurs, Haiti), une location qui allait devenir par la suite le confrères de la presse, leaders communautaires, et point de rassemblement des membres et supporters autres personnalités ont défilé à la station et appelé de l’organisation politique pro-lavalas ‘Veye Yo’, du au téléphone pour formuler des vœux à l’endroit temps de la première présidence de l’ancien prêtre du staff de l’émission, particulièrement l’animateur de la paroisse Saint-Jean Bosco. principal Erold Emmanuel. « Je partageais l’idéologie anti-impérialisme de Jean Au nombre des intervenants, citons entre autres, le Bertrand Aristide qui s’affichait à l’époque comme promoteur de soirées dansantes Alix Timer, l’anima- le défenseur des pauvres en Haïti, mais une fois teur radio Alix Jean Jacques dit Tilou, le médecin qu’il avait manifesté ses intentions présidentielles, pro-républicain Danel Cedent et le maire de North je m’étais dissocié de lui, jusqu’à combattre son Miami Dr. Smith Joseph. gouvernement,» a fait savoir Emmanuel.

M. Emmanuel a rappelé les premiers jours difficiles L’animateur principal de l’émission ‘Radyo Kamo- d’une émission qui allait connaître une longévité ken’ s’est présenté comme un homme à cheval sur exceptionnelle dans une communauté où maintenir les principes en matière de radiodiffusion. Loin de un show en onde sans interruption, même pour une se courber aux caprices et diktats des autres (entre- durée de cinq années, constitue un record en termes Erold Emmanuel, animateur principal de la très écoutée émission preneurs et leaders communautaires), Emmanuel a de réussite et de persévérance. radiophonique ‘Radyo Kamoken’ au studio de la station Radio ainsi fièrement déclaré que sa plus grande force est Mega - WJCC - 1700 AM, North Miami Beach. sa force de caractère. C’est ce qui lui a permis, dit- Selon l’animateur principal, l’émission ‘Radyo il, de connaître pareille longévité avec cette émis- Kamoken’ a vu le jour le samedi 29 septembre 1985 sion, en dépit de sérieuses embûches dressées sur la nouvelle émission. Ces entrepreneurs, dit-il, vou- sur la fréquence WLQY 1320 AM, rappelant au pas- son chemin. laient éviter que leur nom soit placé sur la liste des sage que ce fut la première émission en créole dif- anti-Duvalier en diaspora. Car le nom de l’émission fusée sur cette station (de propriété étrangère), très Pour Erold Emmanuel, ‘Radyo Kamoken’ est un (Radyo Kamoken) se définit comme étant la voix branchée depuis lors par les auditeurs créolophones vaisseau amiral qui navigue depuis trente-et-un ans, des opposants du régime dictatorial d’alors. du sud de la Floride avec l’arrivée d’autres confrères malgré une concurrence de plus en plus forte ces qui ont suivi ses pas. dernières années. Cette aventure radiophonique s’est poursuivie sur la station WKAT 1360 AM (surnommée dans le temps Fier de son accomplissement et surtout son long « J’ai résisté ! Je suis assez fier que j’aie réussi, ‘Big Chat la’ par les animateurs haïtiens) après parcours sur les ondes en Floride du sud, Erold avec mon équipe, à maintenir cette émission sur deux années de diffusion sur la fréquence 1320 AM. Emmanuel tenait à préciser qu’au cours de ses pre- les ondes pendant ces trois dernières décennies. Un Ce changement de fréquence valait la peine. Non miers mois, ‘Radyo Kamoken’ était diffusée entre grand merci à nos sponsors et surtout nos fidèles au- seulement le tarif était alléchant, l’horaire était aussi 8hr et 10hr du matin, non sans rappeler les obstacles diteurs,» conclut-il. idéal pour une plus longue diffusion les samedis rencontrés sur son chemin, particulièrement chez matins, explique l’animateur. la majorité des businessmen de la communauté de l’époque qui refusèrent de confier leur publicité à Emmanuel a énuméré les rares entrepreneurs de la

Tentative d’assassinat contre le député Garcia Delva ? SAINT-MARC (Le Floridien) -- Le député de la l’urgence de l’hôpital Pierre Payen pour se faire soi- commune Marchand Dessalines, Garcia Delva, qui gner. Deux de ses partisans ont été également bless- brigue un poste de sénateur pour le département de és au cours de cette agression. l’Artibonite sous la bannière de « Ayiti An Aksyon » a échappé de justesse à ce qu’il assimile à une ten- Le candidat avait quitté le centre hospitalier quelques tative d’assassinat contre sa personne la soirée du heures après son admission pour regagner son fief à vendredi 23 septembre dernier. Marchand-Dessalines. M. Delva a indiqué dans la presse locale qu’il n’a pas pu identifier les auteurs En campagne dans la ville de Saint-Marc pour les des tirs en sa direction. Sans indexer un quelconque élections du 9 octobre prochain, le candidat, en com- secteur politique, l’élu de Marchand Dessalines a de pagnie du sénateur (en fonction) de l’Artibonite, plus affirmé n’avoir pas été l’objet de menaces avant Carl Murat Cantave, a été attaqué par deux hom- cette attaque. mes circulant à moto, au moment où il regagnait son véhicule, après une réunion à la rue Louverture. Suite à cet incident, le candidat du parti « Ayiti An Les deux hommes ont ouvert le feu en sa direction, Aksyon » a dû prendre un repos forcé, sur recom- selon ses dires, avant de prendre la fuite. mandation des médecins de l’hôpital. Toutefois, il affirme qu’il ne se laissera pas intimider et qu’il en- Chanceux le candidat, les balles assassines l’ont tend poursuivre sa campagne jusqu’aux élections. légèrement blessé au visage. Delva a dû se rendre à Le candidat Garcia Delva à l’Urgence de l’Hôpital Pierre Payen (Saint-Marc). LE FLORIDIEN OCTOBER 1 - 15, 2016 | VOL 16 NO. 372 NOUVELLES D’HAÏTI 13 Ocha alerte sur une hausse du choléra ment du département en charge de la gestion des ré- salon sur l’économie numérique. La coordination des affaires humanitaires de l’Onu sultats du scrutin. alerte sur une hausse des cas de choléra au cours Deux téléviseurs de générations différentes branchées de cette année. Sur les 8 premiers mois, le choléra Hier (mercredi 28 septembre) une nouvelle étape a à une même camera. a connu une évolution alarmante, précise une note été franchie dans la stratégie de transparence avec de l’Ocha. Plus de 27 000 nouveaux cas ont été re- une journée de porte ouverte pour les dirigeants des La différence dans la diffusion des images a été on censés au cours de cette période soit une hausse de partis politiques. Une occasion pour les techniciens ne peut plus révélatrice pour des participants qui ont 27% par rapport à 2015. du CTV d’expliquer aux dirigeants des partis poli- formulé le souhait que le passage au numérique soit tiques les étapes dans la tabulation des votes. effectif le plus rapidement possible. Le nombre de nouveaux cas vus durant les 16 dernieres semaines epidemiologiques - du 15 mai L’utilisation de smart phones est la nouveauté dans Célébration de la journée mondiale au 3 septembre 2016 - est reste supérieur au nombre le CTV de 2016. 2850 téléphones intelligents se- du tourisme de nouveaux cas dénombrés sur la meme periode en ront utilisés par les superviseurs et les superviseurs La journée mondiale du tourisme a été célébrée le 2014 et 2015. adjoints des centres de vote pour photographier les 27 septembre dernier à Jacmel , dans le Sud- Est sous procès-verbaux des bureaux de vote. Ces photos se- le thème : « Accessibilité et tourisme pour tous ». Au cours de cette même période 255 nouveaux décès ront ensuite postées sur le site du CEP afin de per- ont été enregistrés soit une hausse de 33%. mettre aux dirigeants de tous les partis politiques et À cette occasion, la ministre du commerce Jessy les candidats de faire une estimation quelques heures Petit Frère a indiqué que le ministère du tourisme Le nombre de décès depuis l’introduction du vibrio après la fermeture des bureaux de vote. a voulu mettre l’accent sur les personnes à mobilité choléra en 2010 a franchi la barre des 9 200. En ce réduite car le secteur touristique a besoin de tous. qui a trait aux infections plus 790 000 cas ont été Dans le cadre des efforts pour améliorer l’efficacité répertoriés par les structures sanitaires. du CTV, M. Chérilus a révélé que 70 % du personnel D’autre part, la ministre a rappelé que cette journée de 2015 ont été maintenus à la leur poste. Les limo- marque le début d’un tourisme inclusif dans le pays. Près de 18 communes étaient en alerte rouge et 10 geages ont permis de recruter plus d’une centaine de En 1970, le 27 septembre a été désigné comme autres en alerte orange au cours du mois d’aout 2016. jeunes étudiants en informatique des universités haï- journée mondiale du tourisme, instituée pour sensi- Les régions les plus touchées par l’épidémie sont la tiennes. Ces jeunes bénéficient d’un stage rémunéré biliser les populations à l’importance de ce secteur. région métropolitaine de Port-au-Prince, l’Artibo- de deux mois. En 2016, la journée mondiale du tourisme se déroule nite et le Centre. sous le slogan “tourisme pour tous” afin de promou- En ce qui a trait au personnel vacataire, le directeur voir l’accessibilité universelle. L’Ocha déplore également le sous financement des du CTV a indiqué qu’une séance de formation pour programmes de lutte contre l’épidémie. Le plan na- les 800 opérateurs de saisie de données a été lancée 4 écoles récompensées par le ministère tional est financé à 18% tandis que le plan de réponse hier. de l’éducation nationale humanitaire de 20 millions est financé à 42%. Le ministère de l’éducation nationale a présenté of- Par ailleurs le directeur Chérilus a nié les rumeurs ficiellement Le mardi 27 septembre 2016 les prix En outre, les fortes pluies du mois de mai ont égale- faisant état de l’implication de l’entrepreneur André d’excellence « Labels Scolaires ». ment eu un impact sur l’évolution de l’épidémie, Apaid dans le fonctionnement du CTV. Il assure que ainsi que la réduction des fonds disponibles pour les l’ex responsable du Groupe 184 n’a pas même effec- Ainsi, 4 écoles ont été récompensées à titre d’exem- projets de lutte contre le choléra, qui a force les ac- tué des visites au CTV. ple par le ministère. Il s’agit du collège Catts Pres- teurs humanitaires a réduire les ressources humaines soir de Port-au-Prince, de l’école Communauté de et les équipes mobiles d’intervention rapide actives Les télévisions haïtiennes doivent passer de Matenwa de la Gonâve qui se sont vus décerner 1 dans le domaine. l’analogue au numérique label bleu ; du collège Frère adventiste de Diquini Le directeur général du Conatel, Jean Marie Altema, et de l’école S&H de Caracol qui ont obtenu respec- Le CARLI plaide en faveur de la a expliqué, ce mercredi (28 septembre), la nécessité tivement les labels blancs et verts. démocratisation de l’internet pour les médias locaux de se mettre au diapason par Le comité des avocats pour le respect des libertés rapport aux exigences internationales concernant la C’est un grand pas qui a été franchi, se réjouit le individuelles (CARLI) appelle le CONATEL à tra- qualité de retransmission d’image. ministre Jean Beauvois Dorsonne. vailler afin de faciliter l’accès l’internet à tous les citoyens haïtiens. Lors du premier salon de l’économie numérique or- Selon le ministre Beauvois, ces récompenses vis- ganisé au Karibe Convention Center, les techniciens ent à promouvoir et encourager l’excellence, une À l’occasion de la journée internationale du droit à du conseil national des télécommunications ont stratégie élaborée par le MENFP afin d’améliorer le l’accès à l’information, le secrétaire général de cette procédé à une démonstration en ce sens. système éducatif haïtien qui fait face à de sérieuses structure de droits humains Renan Hédouville dit difficultés. espérer que l’accès à l’information soit décentralisé Il était prévu que les chaines de télévisions locales, dans le pays. la TNH en premier, passent du format analogue au Du coup, cet exercice pourra servir de modèle à numérique à partir du mois de juin 2017. Une tran- d’autres écoles et les inciter à œuvrer pour une édu- « Le droit d’accès à l’information constitue un droit sition qui permettrait aux téléspectateurs de recevoir cation de qualité. fondamental des droits humains garantie par la déc- une qualité d’image et de son supérieurs et adaptés laration des droits de l’homme en son article 19 », a aux derniers modèles de téléviseurs disponibles sur La contribution du ministère de l’éducation natio- déclaré Renan Hédouville. le marché. nale s’avère nécessaire, explique Jean Beauvois Dorsonne. En effet, le CARLI a déploré le fait que la population Le signal vidéo analogique varie continuellement haïtienne n’ait pas accès à l’électricité ou à l’internet dans le temps. Aussi, de plus en plus de pays adoptent Rappelons qu’en Mai 2017, d’autres établissements leur permettant de s’informer en ce 21e siècle. la diffusion en mode numérique conformément aux scolaires ayant rempli les conditions du ministère décisions adoptées lors de la conférence régionale de l’éducation nationale, se verront décerner 1 label Notons que moins de 30 % de la population haïti- de l’Union Internationale des Télécommunications orange, bleu, vert ou blanc en fonction de leur réal- enne ont accès à l’électricité, ce qui signifie que la (UIT) à Genève, en 2006. isation. majorité des citoyens ne peut pas s’informer. En support à ce Le CTV joue la carte de la transparence plaidoyer, une démonstra- Les autorités électorales haïtiennes adoptent une tion a été faite lors de Le poète Andre Fouad nominé aux ‘Haitian Music Awards’ nouvelle stratégie qui tranche avec celle de leurs la dernière journée du prédécesseurs. Le directeur du Centre de Tabulation Le poète-diseur An- public est invité à voter des Votes (CTV), Robenson Chérilus, affiche une dre Fouad est nominé à pour le confrère par SMS la première Edition de en tapant sur le 737 210 volonté de fournir des explications sur le fonctionne- ‘Haitian Music Awards’ 8422 (text 107089 vote pour son deuxième al- pour Andre Fouad), ou à bum intitulé «lè pwezim travers le site web www. jwenn van » paru sous haitianmusicawards. le label de «Metisses info/vote. La cérémonie Productions ». Les au- de remise des prix se fera tres concurrents de sa le 7 janvier 2017 à MI- catégorie répondent RAMAR CULTURAL aux noms d’Anderson CENTER, a précisé le Cameau, Illeus Papil- poète. lon, Hugues Sanon et Liociano Benjamin. Le LE FLORIDIEN 14 SPORTS OCTOBER 1 - 15, 2016 | VOL 16 NO. 372 Football U17 : Haïti, championne de la Coupe Caraïbes des Nations [AlterPresse] --- La sélection nationale masculine de football des moins de 17 ans a remporté, le di- manche 25 septembre 2016, la Coupe Caraïbes des Nations de football U-17, au stade Hasely Crawford (Port of Spain), face à Cuba, sur le score de cinq buts à zéro (5-0, mi-temps 1-0 pour Haïti U-17).

Cette finale compte également pour la 2e phase des éliminatoires de la Coupe du monde de la Fédéra- tion internationale des associations de football (Fifa U-17, Inde 2017).

En début de période, les Cubains ont manifesté une certaine détermination et une résistance acharnée.

Cependant, Haïti allait ouvrir le score à la 35e min- ute de jeu, par Steeve Moodestin.

Malgré les attaques et les débordements du onze na- tional masculin d’Haïti, le score est resté inchangé à la mi-temps, soit un but à zéro (1-0) en faveur d’Haï- La sélection nationale masculine de football des moins de 17 ans ti. Deux des jeunes footballeurs haïtiens ont remporté Dans cette compétition, Haïti a marqué 15 buts et en Au retour des vestiaires, les jeunes footballeurs haï- les meilleures récompenses individuelles : respec- a encaissé un seul. tiens, surnommés « les grenadiers » ont trouvé la tivement Steeve Selso Saint-Duc, élu meilleur faille dans la défense cubaine, en marquant, succes- joueur et meilleur buteur du tournoi avec cinq buts La sélection masculine U-17 est qualifiée pour la sivement, quatre autres buts. et Redondo Alliance, meilleur gardien du tournoi. dernière phase régionale des éliminatoires de la Coupe du Monde U-17 (Inde, octobre 2017. La Les auteurs des buts sont Steeve Selso Saint-Duc à La sélection haïtienne masculine U-17 a obtenu 4 coupe du monde masculine de football U-17 se la 54e minute de jeu, Danley Jean-Jacques à la 61e victoires sur 5 matches joués (2-0 contre Trinidad, déroule tous les deux ans. La première édition eut minute de jeu, Louidon Casseus à la 78e minute de 5-0 contre les Bermudes, 3-1 contre Curaçao, 5-0 lieu en Chine en 1985). Ce tournoi régional, de la jeu et Nael Elysee dans les minutes additionnelles contre Cuba en finale), et fait match nul 0-0 face à Confédération des nations de football d’Amérique (90 +2). la Jamaïque. du Nord, d’Amérique centrale et des Caraïbes (Con- cacaf), est fixé du 21 avril au 7 mai 2017 à Panama.

Lakers Rookie Zach Auguste Has Surprisingly Diverse Skill Set

By Trevor Lane at the collegiate level. Similarly, the revelation that he is comfortable The Los Angeles Lakers acted pushing the ball in transition is in- quickly after the 2016 NBA Draft, teresting, and certainly, something snatching up undrafted Notre Dame that he will have the opportunity to big man Zach Auguste and signing prove in training camp. him on to their team for the Las Vegas Summer League. Auguste Of course, the fact that Auguste is impressed in July, where he used a wearing a Lakers jersey is ironic giv- combination of athleticism and hus- en the fact that he grew up a Celtics tle to impress teammates, coaches, fan, but he has no complaints. and fans alike. “It’s a blessing, man. I was excited, His play earned him a two-year, it’s always been a dream of mine to non-guaranteed deal with the Lak- put on an NBA jersey, doesn’t mat- ers. It won’t be easy to make the ter which one it was. It’s a little bit final roster, with the likes of Tarik ironic because I come from a rival Black, Julius Randle, Larry Nance like Boston, but it’s a blessing, and Jr., Timofey Mozgov, and Ivica LA Lakers forward Zachary Elias ‘Zach’ Auguste in conversation with head coach Luke Walton I enjoy putting the purple and gold Zubac all competing for minutes on .” in the post. However, Auguste be- game,” Auguste told LakersNation. can grab rebounds and push it my- lieves that he has the skills required com. “I want to be able to stretch self and start the offense.” Auguste has his work cut out for to be the versatile player that coach the floor as much as possible and him in training camp, but if his skill Luke Walton craves as he told Lak- be able to be versatile. I’m already Auguste’s assertion that he can hit set is as diverse as he says it is then ersNation.com during Media Day. shooting threes now, it’s not a big threes is surprising given the fact the Lakers may well have found yet deal, just need to get more consis- that he only attempted one in his en- another undervalued asset to add to “I’ve been working on my outside tent at it. I’m definitely a four. I’m tire college career, although players their roster. game, my inside game, touches, a mobile four who can stretch the do occasionally display skills in the Source: lakersnation.com finishes, really just my all-around floor out and run in transition. I pros that they weren’t able to utilize LE FLORIDIEN OCTOBER 1 - 15, 2016 | VOL 16 NO. 372 HAÏTI - JUSTICE 15 Haïti : Me. Danton Léger sanctionné pour insubordination, transféré à Jacmel

PORT-AU-PRINCE (Le Floridien) -- Suite au refus ministratifs… », a-t-elle plus loin avancé sans vouloir de Me. Jean Danton Léger, le Commissaire du Gou- donner plus de détails. vernement au Parquet de Port-au-Prince, de se con- former aux instructions du Ministre de la Justice Me. Selon la correspondance de l’ordre de transfert de Me Camille Junior Édouard, portant sur la suspension Danton Léger à Jacmel qui circule sur la toile, nous des exequatur dans le cadre de la lutte contre l’in- lisons : « Magistrat, j’ai l’avantage de vous informer sécurité foncière, le ministre avait écrit à ce dernier que vous êtes transféré, au même titre, au Parquet commissaire en début de semaine, pour le rappeler à près le tribunal de Première instance de Jacmel, en l’ordre et à ses devoirs. remplacement de Me Françoise Moraille, transférée. Cette mesure est effective à partir de la date de la En voici un extrait de la lettre de blâme de Me. présente. » Édouard adressée au bouillant commissaire après que ce dernier eut à affirmer qu’il ne respecterait pas le Me Françoise Moraille, selon une autre correspon- mémorandum du ministre de la Justice : dance du ministère de la Justice, a été transférée à Port-au-Prince, en remplacement de Me. Léger. « [...] Vous n’êtes pas sans savoir que la formulation de la politique sectorielle en matière juridique et ju- 10 sénateurs s’opposent au transfert de Danton diciaire relève de la compétence du Ministère de la Léger à Jacmel Justice et de la Sécurité publique et qu’un commis- saire du gouvernement, au regard de l’obligation de Quelques heures après la nouvelle du transfert de réserve à laquelle il est assujetti, ne saurait remettre Me. Jean Danton Léger Me Danton Léger, une dizaine de sénateurs [ Jean publiquement en question les instructions directes Renel Sénatus, Ronald Larêche, Youri Latortue, On- de son autorité hiérarchique sans commettre un acte respondance de la part de son supérieur hiérarchique ondieu Louis, Carl Murat Cantave, Ricard Pierre, d’insubordination.» lui signifiant une telle démarche. Antonio Cheramy, Jean- Marie Junior Salomon, Die- upie Chérubin et Francenet Dénius ] sont montés au [...] aussi dois-je vous rappeler Monsieur le Commis- « Je n’ai reçu aucune lettre jusqu’à date », avait-il créneau dans une note de presse pour apporter leur saire du Gouvernement, qu’avec vos interventions in- confié au quotidien local Le Nouvelliste dans une appui à Me. Jean Danton Léger. tempestives dans les médias ces derniers jours, vous conversation via un SMS. prenez une orientation dangereuse et votre attitude Les parlementaires disent apprendre avec « stupé- enfreint les principes de l’obligation de réserve et le Le ministre de la Justice et de la Sécurité publique faction et consternation la décision du ministre de la respect de l’autorité hiérarchique constituant la base absent du pays depuis mardi (27 septembre), c’est Justice sanctionnant et transférant le commissaire du de votre fonction de représentant de l’Exécutif au donc la ministre du Commerce, Jessy C. Petit-Frère, gouvernement dans la juridiction de Jacmel, ce dans sein du pouvoir judiciaire. Le Parquet ne saurait être qui occupe son poste par intérim. Interrogée à son une conjoncture particulière appelant tout un chacun un tremplin pour des velléités étrangères aux finalités tour par le plus ancien journal haïtien, Mme. Pe- à œuvrer pour la protection, sans condition, des fa- d’une justice saine, impartiale et pérenne [...] » tit-Frère n’a ni démenti ni confirmé avoir signé les milles haïtiennes en général et de la jeunesse en par- correspondances faisant état du transfert au parquet ticulier… » Concluant la lettre, le ministre Édouard demande au de Jacmel de Me Danton Léger comme commissaire Commissaire Léger d’apporter les corrections néces- du gouvernement. Les sénateurs ont rappelé que cette décision du minis- saires y relatives. tre de la Justice intervenait 24 heures après l’adoption Confirmant qu’elle remplace le ministre de la justice d’une mesure conservatoire interdisant le très contro- Alors que les rumeurs circulaient déjà mercredi soir durant sa mission à l’étranger, la ministre du com- versé festival « Massi-Madi » prise par le parquet de (28 septembre) sur la toile concernant le transfert im- merce s’est bornée de dire au journal : « Je ne peux Port-au-Prince. Les signataires ont demandé au min- minent du commissaire de Port-au-Prince dans la ju- pas confirmer le transfert pour vous. Il faut appeler le istre de la justice Camille Junior Édouard de revoir ridiction de Jacmel, l’intéressé avait pourtant affirmé ministère de la Justice. » « Oui, je remplace le min- sa décision de transférer à Jacmel Me Danton Léger. jeudi en mi-journée n’avoir encore reçu aucune cor- istre de la Justice, je donne suite à des dossiers ad- LF/avec les agences 16 LE FLORIDIEN | OCTOBER 1 - 15, 2016 | VOL 16 NO. 372