Volume 19, No.11“And Ye Shall Know The Truth...” January 05, 2011

In This Issue

The Truth Editorial Page 2

Perryman Page 3

Ashford Page 4

Kwanzaa Page 5

Health Section

Eating Healthy Page 6

2010 Resolutions Page 7

Another Health Care Bill Page 7

NAMI Page 8

Angela Steward Page 9

Ask Ryan Page 10

Book Review Page 11

Minister Page 13

BlackMarketPlace Page 14

Classifieds Page 15 Page 2 The Sojourner’s Truth January 05, 2011

This Strikes Us … Community Calendar A Sojourner’s Truth Editorial January 8 Ah, celebrity! Ain’t it grand? West Toledo Bereavement Ministry Monthly Meeting: 1430 W. Bancroft; 10 Michael Vick is back atop the world of professional sports and his return has created am: 567-249-7470 the kind of consternation that defies logic. Serenity C.O.G.I.C. Building Fundraiser: All you-can-eat Fish Fry; Serenity President Obama praises Vick’s current employers for providing the ex-offender with Soul Food Restaurant on Woodville; 2 to 6 pm: 419-671-6265 a second chance. Conservative pundit Tucker Carlson calls such presidential comments “beyond the pale” and opines that Vick should have been executed for his many crimes January 11 of killing dogs. For his own part, Vick has expressed remorse over and over again for his past actions, Community Resource Fair: Hosted by Washington Local Schools; Whitmer he has served a prison term, he has come to terms with bankruptcy, he has re-committed Cafeteria; 4 to 7 pm; Allowing families to access community agencies in a one- himself to his craft in a manner conspicuously missing from his first turn in the league, he stop-shop setting; Free to all Toledoans; Over 40 local agencies will be present: has lectured students on the pitfalls of following in his path and, by the way, he has become, 419-473-8237 if not the NFL’s most valuable player, part of that conversation. Missing in all the debate about Vick’s admittedly heinous crimes and why he received January 16 such an opportunity at redemption is the fact that ex-offenders, as Obama has noted, are Third Baptist Church MLK Commemorative Concert: Featuring the David simply not receving the opportunities to blend back into society. Carter Symphonic Choir, The Voices of Unity of Third Baptist, BGSU Graduate The Truth recently came into possession of a list of local companies that make public Vocal Performance Music Students; 4 pm the fact that they will hire ex-offenders (see page 15), at least under certain circumstances. It’s a list that is comprised mainly of companies in the service industry – low wages, high January 17 turnover, great desperation for unskilled workers. MLK Unity Celebration: UT and the City of Toledo’s annual celebration of Vick, on the other hand, has a particular set of skills, along with an over-abundance of talent. So whenever we discuss Vick and his comeback, there is bound to be no small the life of Martin Luther King, Jr; 9:30 to 11:30 am; Savage Arena; “One World, measure of hypocrisy tossed into that conversation. One People;” Speakers include Dr. Lloyd Jacobs, Mayor Mike Bell; Interfaith Obama, for his part, conducted a private conversation with an NFL owner and happened Choir performs to congratulate him on the Vick acquisition. Let’s take that for what it was, a sports fan carried away with enthusiasm. Happens to many of us. January 22 The fact is, Jeff Lurie, principal owner of the Philadelphia owners, Andy Reid, coach Warren AME 2011 Gospel Extravaganza: 4 pm; Calling all praise teams, and general manager of same, don’t really have much of an interest in extending second choirs, praise dancers, vocalists, step teams. Drill and mime teams: 419-243- chances simply for the sake of extending second chances. Especially in a town such as 2237 Philly, whose football fans once booed Santa Claus. Toledo School for the Arts Open House: 10 am: 419-246-8732 ext 250 Vick gives the Eagles a chance to win and if he didn’t, Lurie and Reid wouldn’t have given him a second glance, much less a second chance. January 23 Then comes the all-too-smug Carlson who doesn’t believe in second chances for Vick. Greater St. Mary MBC 2nd Annual Old Ship of Zion “Candlelight Service:” Carlson not only offers no second chance for Vick, but he also would have strung him up initially as punishment for the offense of killing dogs. Carlson, by way of explanation, 6 pm; Toledo’s finest and other special guests of honor; Bro. Larry Jones admits that he is a Christian who has made his own share of mistakes (no, not you, too, “Quartermaster” of the ship; Pastor Robert Lyons Tucker!) and who believes in second chances – generally – but certainly not for dog killers. But somewhere in between the naïve sports enthusiast and his not-so-private com- January 29 ments about the selfless Eagles and the idiotic pundit who has forgotten at least one basic UT/Toledo EXCEL 27th Annual Conference for Aspiring Minority Youth: tenet of Christianity lie the vast majority of Americans, most of whom love a winner. “Success or Failure: The Consequence of Choice;” 8: 30 am to 1 pm; UT’s Eagles fans certainly love a winner. This year Vick has risen in their estimation in direct Student Union Auditorium; Featuring author Wes Moore – guest speaker: 419- proportion to the wins he has helped his team accumulate. Currently 60 percent of 530-3823 or 419-530-3820 Philadelphia residents say they have a more positive view of Vick based on his performance on the field. It is not too much of a stretch to guess that the same poll conducted in the other NFC East cities – New York, Washington, D.C. and Dallas – would produce far different results. We’re also going to go out on a limb and predict that Vick’s poll numbers are going to drop dramatically in Philly if the Eagles do not advance deep into the playoffs. And for those who have no forgiveness in their hearts whatsoever for the celebrity ex- offender, we really need to offer a few solutions. So let’s do this for the Michael Vicks and Martha Stewarts of the world. Yes, you can be set free after serving your time, and you can work for one of those few companies that are willing to hire you. However, if you return to your previous career, there will be a limit on how much money you can earn and how much camera time you can have. No endorsements, no book or movie deals and it is absolutely forbidden that you enjoy anything that could remotely resemble success. We want you flipping burgers in perpetuity. For the celebrity, after all, there can be no limit to the debt you owe to society.

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A Certified MBE, 2009 The Sojourner’s Truth, 1811 Adams Street, Toledo, Ohio 43604 Phone 419-243-0007 • Fax 419-255-7700 [email protected] www.thetruthtoledo.com January 05, 2011 The Sojourner’s Truth Page 3 Our Unfinished Business By Rev. Donald L. Perryman, D.Min. The Truth Contributor but because he attempted methods, but by reclaim- while encouraging, prepar- Finally, the community serving black and white cli- to live his dream. While we ing values from the past. ing and funding black stu- historically responded to ents and employing a di- have become experts in What are these lost dents’ successful pursuit segregation and racism verse staff of stylists, ex- quoting “the dreamer,” liv- gems? of college and specialized through innovation and pediting the egress of ing the dream remains our Undoubtedly, education degrees” from legitimate, entrepreneurism. A host of money from the commu- unfinished business. – “the primary tool of “accredited” institutions of black businesses including nity along with the cultural According to the Na- emancipation and liberation higher learning. hospitals, banks, restau- experience and unique so- tional Urban League’s 2010 for African-Americans in Achieving innovative rants, insurance compa- cialization that many Afri- State of Black America, the our fight for true equality governmental reform and nies, newspapers, doctors can-American women have median wealth of African- in this country,” – is the improvement of the edu- and funeral homes evolved traditionally depended on Americans is $9,500 ver- key to economic advance- cation system is the foun- to maintain the viability of to relax and unwind. sus $116,500 for whites, ment for African-Ameri- dation of economic free- the black community. Yet, research shows that median household income cans. dom and remains the black Today, the difficulty of black entrepreneurs pro- for blacks is only 60 per- African-Americans community’s unfinished obtaining credit, the in- duce, through their chil- cent of white household have always understood business. creased competition dren, the greatest number income and black unem- this and sold chickens and Secondly, a way has to brought about by integra- of black college graduates, ployment is nearly double eggs and saved hard-earned be found to encourage mar- tion, and the lack of pur- professionals, and The bright joyous at 14.8 percent compared nickels and dimes to build riage in the black commu- chasing power which businesspersons or execu- dreams of freedom ... to 8.5 percent. schools for ex-slaves who nity. Although two-parent causes black businesses to tives and demonstrate a faded - were sadly altered, In addition, more than had risked capital punish- African-American house- stock less variety and stronger emphasis on the in the presence of that stern, three-fourths of black chil- ment if caught trying to holds are much more fi- charge higher prices have value of education. There- practical mother, reality. - dren are born to unwed read or get a little nancially healthy than made black entrepreneur- fore, efforts to assist blacks Elizabeth Keckley, 1868 mothers, a third of black “edumacation.” single parent households ship a challenge. in expanding opportunities men are incarcerated or Yet the modern educa- and have more positive Also, the current eco- for entrepreneurship, maxi- January is “Dream under state supervision, tional system, according outcomes, they are now nomic recession has forced mizing economic indepen- Month.” For many, an op- less than 15 percent of to late historian Carter G. only 40 percent of all Afri- many black entrepreneur- dence and developing ways portunity to enjoy an extra black high school students Woodson, “does others so can-American households ial havens, such as beauty for African-Americans to day off work. For some, are proficient in math and much more good than it compared to about 80 per- shops – “the most segre- enter the economic main- an opportunity to “be seen” reading and a large propor- does blacks, because it has cent back in the 1890s. gated institution in the stream must be a commu- in attendance at one of the tion of the black underclass been worked out in con- Few in the black commu- black community other nity priority. public MLK celebrations. are mired in generational formity to the needs of nity seem to be making a than church,” to close or Otherwise, rather than All of us, however – be- poverty, often “turning to those who have enslaved case for marriage and as a drastically change. Regu- becoming a reality, the cause of what may repre- crime to win acceptance, and oppressed weaker result, healthy guidance lar patrons are coming less dream will remain a mere sent the cost to set aside a achieve wealth, or gain peoples.” concerning dating, family, frequently, stretching out illusion. national day of recognition prestige.” And, because “the ben- and parenting are lacking their appointments or get- Contact for a hero of African- What needs to happen efits of the civil rights causing an increasing ting fewer services. Rev. Donald Perryman, D. American heritage – will to close the economic gap movement did not accrue prevalence of generational White salons such as Min., at be drenched in a cascade between black and white evenly throughout the en- poverty and its effects. Saks’ or Dillards are now [email protected] of “King-isms,” hype and Americans and thus reclaim tire black community, false deference to a wa- a “Dream,” now lost some- many African-Americans tered down and sanitized where between the com- were unprepared for the media creation of a dream mercials and the hype or shift from an industrial la- that never was. obscured in a thick cloud bor economy to a knowl- Dr. King’s belief that of post-racial fiction? edge and technology- any man willing to make an The era of great civil driven global economy that honest living should be able rights marches has prob- values brains and educa- to be paid an honest wage ably ended. However, in tion over brawn.” was his true legacy, and past generations, the com- Therefore, in a society his attempt to provide eco- munity took control of its where the level of one’s nomic freedom for sanita- own future by “exerting educational attainment tion workers, who leadership or creating the positively correlates with marched alongside of him necessary institutions to their level of economic shouting “I am a man!” is make progress a reality.” freedom, the contempo- what ultimately cost him An opportunity exists pres- rary version of “the dream” his life. ently to confront the must involve the concerted He died, therefore, not struggle for equality, not “effort to make better because he had a dream, by resorting to ancient schools a present reality Page 4 The Sojourner’s Truth January 05, 2011 State Rep. Michael Ashford Takes New Oath of Office Sojourner’s Truth Staff

On Monday, January 3, dealing with the major flood- ganizations “to secure dwin- during a time of unprec- shortfall in the next two-year ing challenge for the former Michael Ashford once again ing of 2007 and the mini-riot dling government re- edented budget pressure. It state budget could be as much city councilman. took his oath of office. This in north Toledo in 2005, tack- sources.” is estimated that the revenue as $10 billion. Another daunt- time, however, the swearing- ling major budget issues, the Ashford, the resolution in ceremony had a far differ- creation of numerous honor- said, has been “a strong pro- ent feel, in a much different ary streets to commemorate ponent of safe streets and An Urgent Movement for location. noteworthy Toledoans and neighborhoods” during his Since January 2002, when working closely with commu- tenure. Ashford was appointed to nity development corpora- Now, the new representa- Justice Toledo City Council, to re- tions and neighborhood or- tive heads to the state capital By Benjamin Todd Jealous, President and CEO of the NAACP place the departing Rep. Edna Brown, he has been taking quently. I praised Governor Barbour his oaths in Toledo City The most recent victory is for his decision to release Council chambers on a regu- that of Jamie and Gladys Scott, both sisters from prison: lar basis – after appointment, two Mississippi sisters who “This is a shining example a special election and two have been imprisoned for 16 of the way clemency power general elections in 2003 and years on double-life sen- should be used. Governor 2007. tences. They were each con- David Paterson did it last Ashford, who had been demned to this extraordinary week in the John White case. the senior member of City sentence as teenagers for a Now, Governor Barbour. We Council when he left for Co- first-time offense in which $11 hope next will be the Gover- lumbus, is now in the capital was stolen and no one was nor of Georgia in the John representing House District During the past two weeks, hurt. The Scott sisters were McNeil case. These are im- 48, once again replacing Edna in response to successful convicted of luring two men portant cases, and it’s impor- Brown who moved from the grassroots campaigns, two to be robbed by three teen- tant governors realize that House to the Ohio Senate. governors have released age boys. The boys each re- they have a role to play in In late December black Americans who had ceived eight years and served advancing justice.” Ashford’s former colleagues been railroaded by our less than three. Moreover, As the Scott sisters’ law- on Council acknowledged his nation’s criminal justice sys- there are compelling reasons yer Chokwe Lumumba has contributions to the City of tem. to believe the sisters are in- observed, we are further Toledo over the past nine Together, these cases nocent. heartened that by indefinitely years noting that he had ac- speak to the urgent need for suspending their sentences cepted several major chal- the work the NAACP and our Their case has become Governor Barbour is taking lenges both within his dis- allies are doing to encourage increasingly tragic and ur- the same first step he took in trict and within the city as a more governors to use their gent over the years. While in each of the cases he later whole including: the creation clemency authority as our prison, Jamie has lost use of pardoned. of a major entertainment dis- nation’s founding fathers both her kidneys. Many have objected to trict in downtown Toledo, intended by freeing more de- At Thursday’s press con- Governor Barbour attaching serving people more fre- ference for the Scott Sisters, (Continued on Page 12) January 05, 2011 The Sojourner’s Truth Page 5 Toledo’s Kwanzaa Celebration Emphasizes Unity, Faith By Brittany Jones Sojourner’s Truth Reporter

The United States of Even locally, the holiday The “Nguza saba” or Umoja (Unity), Kujichagulia and Imani (Faith). to everyday life,” she said. America, in its history, has was celebrated thanks to the “Seven Principles” repre- (Self-Determination), Ujima For Washington “It is also about applying lived up to its reputation as Toledo Kwanzaa House as sented the seven days of the (Collective Work and Re- Muhammad, Self-Expression them to aid the community as “the melting pot.” they presented the 44th An- festivity in Pan-African sponsibility), Ujamaa (Coop- Teen Theater (SETT) program well as helping yourself.” With many nationalities nual Kwanzaa Celebration at Swahili language. erative Economics), Nia (Pur- coordinator and committee Everyday at 6:55 p.m., the that immigrated to the States the Wayman Palmer YMCA. Those principles are pose), Kuumba (Creativity) member of the Kwanzaa cel- program began with a drum over time, the various cul- ebration, the first and last call where the attendees tures that made up this na- principles have a special sig- grabbed musical instru- tion soon became one – nificance. ments—drums, bells, shak- American. “With unity as the first, it ers, etc.— and went around Despite that similar “home helps us recognize that we playing and singing. country” bond, there could have a shared interest within Once back in the room, never be a replacement for our community and ending Noble opened with a welcome where these diverse back- with the effectiveness of faith, and thanks for those who grounds originated, their we recognize that there is a came out to support. That “mother land,” which explains higher power and we are not was followed by the singing holidays such as Cinco de the center of it all,” he stated. of the National Anthem. Mayo, the Chinese New Year, “They are like bookends that Next was asking permis- Hanukkah and Kwanzaa. hold the rest of the principles sion to proceed with celebra- During the last week of and this program together.” tion, which is granted by one December, people gear up The theme for this year of the elders in the group, as their resolutions and attitude was “Speaking Our Vision in African custom. Noble ex- adjustments for the New into Existence.” plained that power is with the Year. Rolita Noble, the 2010 elders and they are always Within African-American chairman of the committee, acknowledged especially traditions, that last week of points out that these values with important celebrations. preparation is called are not just during Kwanzaa. One must not forget the Kwanzaa, which lasts from This year it’s about taking suffering and accomplish- December 26 through Janu- these principles and figuring ments by those before us and ary 1. out how you can apply them (Continued on Page 13)

Bricks Sold as of December 25, 2010 Board of Directors & Staff of Toledo Urban Federal Credit Union Would like to take this opportunity to Thank All who have invested in our new building. We still believe God. You still have time to be a part of history.

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Clergy: Bishop Edward T Cook, Pastor Darian N Banks, Pastor Clyde Beverly & First Lady Michelle Beverly, Rev. Raymond Bishop, Pastor Glen D Burel Sr, Minster Charles E Chandler, Pastor Robert A Culp, Rev. Dr. Donald Perryman, Rev Dr John E Roberts, Pastor Talmadge J Thomas, Pastor Troy Thomas, Rev. Robert P Wormely, Pastor William Terry, Rev. Kevin J Bedford, Mother Bernice Roberts, First Lady Sheila Cook, First Lady Willetta Perryman, Pastor Robert W Lyons.

Officials: Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur, Judge Charles J Doneghy & Lena Doneghy, Commissioner Tina Skeldon Wozniak, Jeanine Perry State Representative, Councilman Joe McNamara, Councilwoman Wilma Brown, Wade Kapszukiewicz Lucas County Treasurer, Vallie Bowman English, Ian B English Esq., WilliAnn Moore, Brenda Hill, Joanna Baron Atty., Eddie M Cole Atty., Myron Duhart Atty., Toby Fey Atty., Keith Wilkowski Atty., Barb Wilkowski, Barbara Cobham, Suzette R Cowell, Shawn Cowell, George W Cowell Jr., Edwin Mabrey, Leo D Martinez, Maria E Martinez, Ed Phillips, David Smith, Frances Smith, Cheryl Tyler-Folsom, Ray Wood.

Community : Eve Allen, James Allison, Jewyana Anderson, Eric Baldwin, Sam & Althea Baldwin, Mira Banks, Dale Barnhill, Queen Esther Barringer, Debra Beene, Rozein Beene, Mr. & Mrs. Tony Bivens, Arlene Bond, Henry Boyd, Anita-Hackett-Braswell, Charsena Braswell, Carol- Jean Brazzel, Drenda Brooks, Gwen Brown, Leona Brown, Michael A Cancel Sr., Ernestine Carter, John Chapman, Russell Chapman, Felton Chatman, Lamont Chenault, Leona Chenault, Anita Cobb, Rufus Coffey, Charlest Coley, Reginald Coley, Dennis Conley, Gloria Conner, Branden Mykal Cook, Manhattan Michelle Cook, Barbara Corggens, Andre L Cowell Sr., Kevin Cowell, Ruth L. Cowell, Sharon D Crawford, Lester Crump, Marquisa Darden, Jeanette Davis, Martha N Ramey-Dewalt, Janice Edwards, Shirley A Thomas El, Patricia Y Ellis, Rose E Bonhart Ellis, William H Ellis Sr, Percy Evans, Virginia Evans, Taundra Ezell, Harrison and Ethel Y. Files, Jr. Priscilla Fletcher, Josh Floyd, Mary Floyd, Phyllis D. Flowers, Janice Fryar, Verbie Garland, Robin Gaines, Del Grace, Kelli Grace, Stanley Graves, Gertrude Green, Ralph Green, Harriett Hardy, Yvonne Harper, Corene Harris, Doreen Harris, Mary D Hooks-Harris, John & Mary Hawkins, Lester & Vera Haynes, Victoria Scott-Hayward, Nate Hayes, Patti Henry, Sylvia Hewitt, Aviance Hill, Mozell Hill, George Hillard, Gloria Hillard, Gabrielle Hinton, Roy Holloway Sr., Holly Hodge, Eirgie Hughes, Albert J Hunter, Harrison Hutchinson, Lucile Hutton, Thomas Hutton, Willie Jackson, David L James Sr., Martin Jarret, Elaine Baker-Johnson, Gary Johnson, Jacqueline Luckett-Johnson, Jamie Johnson, Lee Johnson Jr., Anthony Q Jones Sr. Anna M Jones, Larry A Jones, Anita Jude, Alto King III, Alto King Sr., Terri King, Delores Latson, Barbara Lee, Willie Lee, Delores A. Lindsey, Lisa K Linear, Mark Lockett Sr., The Lockett Family, Yulonda McClure-Logan, Marilyn D. Lomas, Betty Long, Will Lucas, Larnzy McClelland Sr., Theressa McClendon, Donald H McCreary, LueDell F Martin, Pamala Matthews, Paula Mayes, Eddie Merrell Jr., Geraldine T. Miller, Robert Montgomery, Teresa Moore, Dorine Mosley, Lavern Mosley, Mr. & Mrs. Johnnie Palmer Sr., Linley Pickett, Bernadine Powell, James Powell, Greg Powell, Gayla C Price, Desiree Rayford, Lionel Rayford, Selma Rankins, Nell Roach, Doris M Roberts, Sharlene K. Roberts, Bob and Shirley Rollins, Charles Rowan, Odessa Rowan, Lee Russell, DeLise Simmons, Sean Simmons, James Simpson Sr, Dr. Carnel and Celeste Smith ,Charlesena Smith, Chris Smith, Shirley Smith, Virginia Haywood-Smith, Wanita Smith, James Snodgrass Sr., Tracee Perryman- Stewart, Robert W. Stiegel, Lynn Storum, Antonio Stuart, Mary Stubblefield, Cornell Talley, Pierrette Talley, Mattie Taylor, Monique Talley, Dorothy Tarver, Freddie & Antoinette Tisdale, Lillie Watkins, Charles B Welch, Twyla Lorraine Wheaton, Evangelia White, Jeffrey White, Anderson N Whitt, Vincent Wiggins, Edith Williams, Felesha Williams, Hollis & Pat Williamson, Jane Williamson J.T. Williamson, Dorothy Willis, Edward Willis, Pamela Wilson, The Sojourner’s

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They ucts) and go lean with pro- ment and that means de- durable medical equip- of $4,225 on health care ready was a container in are a good place to store tein (choose beans and low- stroying “Obamacare.” ment, hearing services, annually – $2,713 on pre- the back of a storage area. dishes, pots and pans. fat cuts of meal as well as Presently, there are about long term care, mental miums and another $1,522 Use a small turntable for ·The shelf life of whole healthy ways to prepare it). 20 states that are chal- health services, dentistry, on medical services, drugs foods in the refrigerator spices is two years and of Can you add more veg- lenging the constitutional- eye care, chiropractic, and and supplies. This figure such as condiments or in ground spices/dried herbs etables to a favorite recipe? ity of Obama’s health care substance abuse treat- does not include the addi- the cupboard for boxes and is one year. Do not store Can you substitute a whole reform. And starting to- ment. tional 1.45 percent Medi- grain product for an en- day, Wednesday, January Patients will have their care payroll tax levied on riched grain? 5, 2011 they plan to hit the choice of physicians, pro- employees. A study by ·Change your method of ground running on this is- vider, hospitals, clinics (Continued on Page 7) January 05, 2011 The Sojourner’s Truth Page 7 Resolve To Establish Deep Social Ties in 2011 For Better Health! By Diana Patton, FITatudes Guest Column

University of North Carolina affirm the PLOS study. put in the subject line “Please even voice-to-voice interac- nected. Registration is easy, at Chapel Hill published a AMAZING, right? send me the relationship tion. just go to www.cedarcreek.tv study in the Public Library That’s majorly HUGE! scriptures” – we guarantee But, not to worry – mark and click on “Around the of Science (“PLOS” - Yet again, God already you will be abundantly Saturday, January 22, 2011 Creek” and you’ll find the www.plosmedicine.org – thought of this and science blessed)! in your calendar. Read on: link to register. then search articles for “so- is simply backing up the truth So, what does this mean 1. Get on your phone, 3. If you can’t attend cial relationships and mor- – God’s word. There are sev- to you? blackberry, droid, IPhone the event, simply gather a tality risks”) that found that eral passages in the bible You NEED social ties! You and text, Facebook or tweet group of your friends and “people with stronger so- that talk about Christian re- can’t afford to live in isola- your friends about the above purchase the FITatudes cial relationships had a 50% lationships, attitudes and be- tion - your health depends study and share the scrip- Jump Start Workbook and increased likelihood of sur- haviors towards others. One on it! Resolve to make this tures that we’ll email to you DVD on the FITatudes vival (living a longer life) we often quote at FITatudes happen in 2011 and help each ([email protected]). Tell website than those with weaker so- is Proverbs 27:17 “As iron other live healthily. them you RESOLVE in 2011 (www.FITatudes.org) and cial relationships.” sharpens iron, so one man Some of you may be won- to develop a deeper relation- start meeting at your home, They also found that “the sharpens another” (just dering if social media like ship with them. Then, your church, the coffee influence of social relation- watch out for the sparks!). Facebook, Twitter and 2. Invite them to the house; wherever and use the ships on the risk of death There are over 50 of these LinkedIn suffice. Well, the Jump Start Women’s Event workbook and DVD as a It’s no coincidence we felt are comparable with well- in the New Testament that jury is still out on that one. that will be held on Satur- guide to begin sharpening God’s whisper to develop a established risk factors for specifically say or relate The PLOS article does not day, January 22nd at each other toward wellness. company with the term “FIT” mortality such as smoking to “one another” or “each discuss or quantify the im- CedarCreek Church in Let us know if you need in it; which stands for Feel- and alcohol consumption other.” The scriptures in- pact of another person’s Perrysburg Ohio from 9-1pm any additional help. To learn ing Inspired Together as a and exceed the influence of struct on every aspect of re- body language on one’s where FITatudes will speak. more, go to means toward long-term other risk factors such as lationships. There are in- health. You could perhaps Here you will meet other www.FITatudes.org. Diana wellness. We added the physical inactivity and obe- structions on being at peace, judge a person’s tone by use jazzed up and on fire women Patton and Tonja Ward co- “atude” part to create sity.” The researchers con- living in harmony, being uni- of upper or lower case words who want to live a life of own and co-operate “FITatudes” cluded that physicians, fied, the negative attitudes and how many exclamation purpose, live healthy and FITatudes Ministries; a (www.FITatudes.org) be- health professionals, educa- and actions to avoid, the points and emoticons they well, and who crave social movement that empowers cause we need to have the tors and the media should positive attitudes and ac- use. But my educated guess interaction. The cost is women and their families to attitude of Christ as we spur know that “social relation- tions to pursue, how to love, says that social media sites ONLY $15. You’ll hear an drop the “DIE-it” mindset each other on toward ships influence the health what commitment looks like, marginally assist but cannot inspiring message of and rely upon God to Eat to wellness – and for good rea- outcomes of adults and how to forgive, how to teach, replace the overall benefits wellness, enjoy a healthy Live, Live to Worship and son! should take social relation- how to encourage, how to be you receive from face-to- lunch and cooking demo and Get Full on the Word. Check this out: ships as seriously as other manner-able and how to face, human-to-human and learn how you can stay con- Julianne Holt-Lunstad risk factors that affect mor- serve. We’ve assembled a and Timothy B. Smith from tality.” few of these scriptures as a Department of Psychology, You can read other ar- means of quick reference and Brigham Young University ticles on the internet by review (to receive a copy of and J. Bradley Layton De- WebMd and Scientific these scriptures email us at partment of Epidemiology, American that reference and [email protected] and H.R.676 (Continued from Page 6) Dean Baker of the Center and coordination among cess could mimic or even for Economic Research providers will allow cov- surpass that of the Tea and Policy concluded that erage for all Americans Party movement. The mo- under H.R. 676 a family of while reducing health care tivation of eliminating big four making the median inflation in the long term. government was the uni- family income of $56,200 Annual savings enacting fying factor for the Tea per year would pay about H.R. 676 are estimated at Party. Perhaps the defi- $2,700 for all health care $387 billion (Baker nite knock down drag out costs. Study). fight awaiting Obamacare 2. Businesses will pay Basically, H.R. 676 is a could prove to be the mo- less. In 2006, health in- single-payer health care tivating force for H.R. 676 surers charged employers system much like the supporters. an average of $11,500 for health care systems of H.R. 676 has an oppor- a health plan for a family Canada, the UK, and Tai- tunity to cease the mo- of four. On average, the wan. Single-payer health ment and activate a mean- employer paid 74 percent insurance collects all medi- ingful grassroots move- of this premium, or $8,510 cal fees and then pays for ment and call to action. per year. This figure does all services through a After all, the health care not include the additional single government source. reform that Candidate 1.45 percent payroll tax In a nutshell, H.R. 676 is Obama had in mind looks levied on employers for Medicare for everyone. nothing like the health care Medicare. Under H.R. 676, When H.R. 676 was reform that President employers would pay a first introduced there were Obama passed. 4.75 percent payroll tax about 25 congressional The USNHC - H.R. 676 for all health care costs. backers of the bill. At the supporters believe that For an employee making end of 2009,within the their bill offers meaning- the median family income 111th Congress, H.R. 676 ful health care reform, be- of $56,200 per year, the had 85 co-sponsors from cause it covers All Ameri- employer would pay about both parties. In other cans and reduces costs $2,700. words, the bill has bi-par- across the board. 3. The nation will pay tisan support. For more information about the same, while cov- It is interesting that the on USNHC - H.R.676 visit ering all Americans. Sav- voting public has not heard http://www.healthcare- ings from reduced admin- more about H.R. 676. now.org/hr-676/. istration, bulk purchasing, H.R. 676’s rise and suc- Page 8 The Sojourner’s Truth January 05, 2011

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By Lisa Canales, NAMI Education Director Guest Column

NAMI (National Alliance (PTSD) and borderline per- specific education and to of- tion is the Bethlehem Baptist sis early in life. That experi- feel lost and concerned with of Mental Illness) of Greater sonality disorder. fer referral to treatment and Church New Life Center (The ence led her to work with the a recent diagnosis. Toledo is a grass roots, fam- One of the most success- support. House of Bread Ministries) mental health systems, Class size is limited but ily-oriented support, advo- ful programs NAMI offers is NAMI of Greater Toledo, and the session is held every schools and many local agen- the course is FREE. The sup- cacy and education organi- the Minority Outreach Edu- and the House of Bread Min- Wednesday from 5:30 – 7 p.m. cies. port group is held every week zation. Our goal is to improve cational/ Support Group. The istries have collaborated for The facilitator is Teresa As she struggled to find for 90 minutes and is free of the quality of life for children, Minority Outreach Program the Minority Outreach Sup- Johnson. answers and work through charge. Special appreciation adolescents and adults who is designed to go into neigh- port Group for family mem- Johnson comes to NAMI the system, she eventually to facilitator Teresa Johnson suffer from mental illness/ borhoods, centers/activities bers, consumers, significant with years of personal expe- became an advocate for and Rev. Derek Arnold for psychological problems and that are focused on minority others and friends of people rience dealing with a loved NAMI and is now assisting their strong support to NAMI to support their families. cultures to impart culturally with mental illness. The loca- one who was given a diagno- other local families who may of Greater Toledo. NAMI is the nation’s larg- Our future plans are to est grassroots mental health start a Family 2 Family Educa- organization dedicated to im- tional Class at the church. proving the lives of individu- This will be a 12-week course als and families affected by that focuses on the details of mental illness. NAMI has dealing with a mental illness over 1,100 affiliates in com- such as problem solving, munities across the country communication, mood disor- that engage in advocacy, re- ders and understanding the search, support and educa- medication to name a few of tion. the classes. Members of NAMI are Wanda Dorsey, is the fa- friends, families and individu- cilitator for the NAMI als living with mental illness “Women 2 Women” Support such as major depression, Group held every Friday @ schizophrenia, bipolar disor- 2p.m. located at 1145 S. Nilda Rodriguez and der, obsessive compulsive Wanda Dorsey and Teresa Byrne Rd. This support Ana Ulrich (OCD), panic disorder, post- Johnson group is specifically for the traumatic stress disorder (Continued on Page 11) January 05, 2011 The Sojourner’s Truth Page 9 RESOLUTIONS for 2011 By Angela Steward Fitness Motivator The most common New Year’s Resolution is to “Get In enough. There are some people who don’t drink water – they don’t like the taste, etc. There Shape.” It is the most typical resolution, yet the easiest to fail. is no substitute for water, but if you just can’t stand the taste, try: iced tea (no sugar), lemonade Why? Because getting in shape is a journey, it doesn’t happen made from fresh lemons (no sugar), black coffee or tea (including herbal tea), or sparkling water overnight, over a weekend, or over a few weeks, it takes longer (low or no sodium). I drink a glass of water BEFORE I eat, that way I know I drink at least three than you anticipate. glasses of water per day, if I drink three or four more glasses of water throughout the day – You set out determined to fulfill your resolution, you’re I’ve reach my daily goal of six to eight glasses of water. Simple huh? focused, fully intending to work out every single day, to eat RESOLVE, to eat lean meats: chicken or fish. Chicken and fish metabolizes quicker than red salads and/or any quick-fix diet concoction you can find and, meat, so it increases your metabolism. Think of your metabolism as a garbage disposal – while BAM, here comes Auntie Susie with some fried chicken, running chicken and fish through the garbage disposal it will shred and fall apart quickly from macaroni and cheese, greens cooked with ham hocks, and red the disposal blades because of its low fat content. velvet cake for dessert. Red meat running through the garbage disposal can almost ruin your disposal, because of That inner voice begins to speak to you “eat it, you deserve the fat content of red meat it holds the meat together so it takes longer to dissolve – your garbage it” and the next thing you know you’ve cleaned your plate and disposal (metabolism) is going to slow down to grind the red meat, because of it’s fat content are thinking about going back for seconds. – it doesn’t shred and fall apart like chicken and fish. Getting in shape is more than losing weight, it’s about The result is: the slower your metabolism, the less quickly your body will convert food into changing your mindset, the reason you’re eating, are you energy, and the food that doesn’t get burned as fuel will get stored as fat. And that’s when hungry or bored, why you eat the things you eat, and how you you get fat! Back off the burgers (and cheese)!!! feel after you eat. RESOLVE to stay away from diet shakes. Diet shakes force you to cut calories dramatically Making the resolution to “Get In Shape” doesn’t give you the roadmap or tools to reach – even if you lose pounds, it will slow your metabolism and the end result is you gain the weight your shapely destination! back quickly and usually more. RESOLVE to make small lifestyle changes and celebrate the small victories that come with RESOLVE to stop using protein bars as a meal replacement. Protein bars usually contain that lifestyle change. Small victories turn into large ones, but you have to embrace and celebrate as much sugar and fat as a candy bar. Do not build your weight loss program around a candy the small ones, such as. bar! In a pinch, the protein bar is better than a chocolate bar or bag of chips, but not a great RESOLVE, to remove cheese from your diet. One slice of cheese is 70 calories. Most of us or healthy way to lose weight. enjoy cheese on our tacos, burgers, baked potatoes, salads, sandwiches, etc., and eat it on RESOLVE to stay away from diet pills. They are a quick fix, but when you stop taking them, several things daily. Eliminating one slice of cheese for 30 days saves you at least 2,100 calories the weight will come back quick, quick, quick! – Wow!! Small change, huge results! RESOLVE to participate in some form of physical activity for one-half hour at least three RESOLVE, to eat breakfast daily. I’m extremely busy so I don’t have time to fix breakfast. times per week, walk or jog outside or inside the mall, run in place or do jumping jacks in your I keep instant oatmeal in my office desk drawer. I eat it with a half grapefruit or half of apple. basement, dance while you’re running the sweeper or washing dishes, find a fitness class with The oatmeal (fiber) fills my stomach so I’m full and not tempted to snack. The grapefruit or apple ladies and/or men that have the same fitness goals and mindset as you, and make yourself (healthy carbohydrate) boosts my metabolism!!! attend at least three times per week. RESOLVE to eliminate salt from your diet. It may seem inconvenient, but salt makes your You can’t do what you did in 2010 and expect 2011 to be different! No changes, no results body retain water – the cells fill up and make you heavy. Retaining water will cause your – small changes – huge results! Angela R. Steward metabolism to slow down tremendously – so get rid of the salt shaker!!! In 2011 RESOLVE to “DO YOU”! Creator of “Fabulously Fit” Studio Fitness RESOLVE, to drink (more) water. Drinking more water helps you to eliminate water. The same 1413 Bernath Parkway Toledo, OH 43615 way your body holds onto fat if you starve, the body will hold onto water if you’re not drinking Have a happy and healthy 2011! Email: [email protected] Cell: 419-699-9399 Page 10 The Sojourner’s Truth January 05, 2011 From Resolution to Evolution Dear Ryan, By Dianne Pettis, MS, FNP-BC Guest Column I really need to start on an exercise program, but to be honest I HATE to work out. I know it's the first of the year and everyone tries to get started on a program but I need for the long haul, what’s the you will evolve into in the to change for more than just the new year. I do need to get started, because I’m on a point? next year, three years, or 10 downward spiral with my health. Do you have any suggestions on how I can get started I reflect on the past year, years. Plan for the long haul; with a simple program? Please keep in mind that I don't like to train but I seriously need and I still plan for the next; I plan for life. Yes, make a deci- help. just do it a little differently sion; make plans and goals. Caddy than in the past. I look at all 2) Write down your plans and areas of my life to see where goals, and put them where Dear Caddy, I need to improve so that I am you can see them everyday. You’re right about everyone starting an exercise program for the first of the year. If the best person I can be. I like to use affirmations be- you go into any gym in the city they are packed from now until March or April and then We’re always in a state of cause they keep my desired it's back to old habits for most of them. The thing that is going to separate you from the evolving and changing, and end always in my thoughts.3) rest of the New Year band wagon jumpers is setting a realistic goal. hopefully for the better. Take action everyday be- Most people jump in up to their necks and try to do too much too fast and they get What kind of person cause even the little steps burnt out or don't get the results the think they should be getting and they get I have always cherished do you want to be? What that you take daily toward discouraged. Let me say that first your goal should be just to get there and get something my New Year’s Eve ritual of kind of health do you want to your better life will have a done. taking time to reflect on the have? What do you want your compound effect. 4) Track Of course you want to lose body fat but let’s look at it a different way. You said that past year – the good things, body to look like? What kind your progress at the end of your health is suffering so let’s concentrate on getting healthy. Your goal is to improve the not so good things, the of relationships do you want every month. If you’re not your level of fitness and condition and that should be the goal of anyone trying to start patterns and habits that were to have? How do you want to where you want to be, read- on a new program. still with me, the lessons I feel on a consistent basis just your plan. 5) Celebrate I say if you’re having a hard time with motivation or consistency than you should learned, and the blessings. I when you wake up in the your successes. try to find a friend to train with so that you two can be held accountable to each other. stopped making New Year’s morning? If you need to make a Remember this isn't a social time for you this is a," lets get it in and motivate one another" Resolutions several years ago The kind of person you resolution for 2011, resolve time for you both. because after about the first are right now – the condition to evolve into the best you You can get in a decent workout in 30 to 45 minutes and be on your way. Start out week or two into January, I you are in right now – the that you can be. To your with a nice warm up by doing some form of cardio for five minutes. After your cardio, could only vaguely remember current state you have health! Happy New Year! move on to a little bit of light weight training working your major muscle groups. Leg the mountain I was so sure I evolved into at this point in extensions and leg curls, pull downs for your back and finally a chest press exercise. would conquer. time is a direct result of ev- Dianne Pettis, Do three sets of 10-15 reps and then go back and finish your workout with 10 to 15 As I speak with patients erything you have been think- MS, FNP-BC minutes of cardio. Do this for a few weeks and who want to make health ing, doing, eating – or not Family Nurse Practitioner then increase to more exercises for more body changes, I always talk about thinking, doing or eating. Author of parts. 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It also has educational classes in Spanish ing and more and more such become a women’s support and English. services needed, we are look- group to talk and discuss the Ana Ulrich, and Nilda ing forward to educating, advo- day-to-day stress issues of life, Rodriquez, have both taken the cating and supporting those kids, work and personal con- F2F class, and have been trained families looking for “answers” flicts. by the national organization to in a time of confusion and de- Dorsey comes to NAMI with teach F2F in Spanish and En- spair. many years of experience, edu- glish. NAMI will host this class cation and a heart ready to give in the spring 2011 at St Peter For additional information, back to a community that was Paul Church, located in the heart please call 419. 243.1119 Or visit there for her and her family. of the South End. This course our web site at: Just as important is our mis- is free but limited in class size.. www.namitoledo.org sion of educating and support- NAMI of Greater Toledo is ing Latino families here in To- proud of the Minority Outreach Ex. Director/ NAMI : ledo and northwest Ohio. NAMI Program, and the number of Marci Dvorak is proud of the Minority Out- families it serves in the African- Education Director: Lisa reach success it has achieved American and Latino commu- Canales’ over many years of service. nities. These outreach support [email protected] Page 12 The Sojourner’s Truth January 05, 2011 2010 Best Of … By Terri Schlichenmeyer The Truth Contributor Doesn’t it seem like ev- This book is fast-paced, vio- make you gasp and cheer. Things by Randy O. Frost what they’re living. 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The pictures are guar- the bookstore to use that gift and how these two souls but stick with it. You won’t be see, thankfully. Floyd Cooper – Kids that are anteed giggle-worthy, and certificate you got as a gift, or come together. If you only sorry. caught in the midst of some- the poem itself will make your to spend your Christmas read one book this winter, Ah-Choo by Jennifer thing monumental rarely un- kids want to hear it again and money. make it this one. Horns by Joe Hill – Pretty Ackerman – Maybe it’s be- derstand the significance of again. Happy Reading! much everybody knows by cause of the season. Maybe Wench by Dolen Perkins- now that Joe Hill is Stephen it’s just because I love this Valdez – Set in the mid-1800s, King’s son. The good news kind of reading material. But this is the heartbreaking story is that he’s a chip off the old this not-at-all-stuffy look at Justice of four black women who are block, but better. Horns is the the common cold just tickled (Continued from Page 4) mistresses to their masters. story of a man who wakes up me. When they travel to what is with fresh protuberances on technically a free state, they his noggin. Surprised and a Drive by Daniel Pink – must decide to escape or stay. little dismayed, he decides to What makes you do what you This is one of those books go ahead and use them. This do? This fun business book that hurts to read, but it hurts book is funny, in a dark kind explains why we perform good. of way, and creepy times 10. tasks that have no intrinsic value other than because Tempted by Trouble by Non-Fiction: they’re enjoyable. Read it, Eric Jerome Dickey – I’m nor- In the Shadow of Freedom pass it along to the boss, mally not a big fan of Eric by Tchicaya Mossamou – then see if you can try the Jerome Dickey, but this book This true story of a man who business-forward methods blew me away. Tempted by escaped being killed as a child Pink explains. You’ll never Trouble is the story of a man soldier, escaped civil war in hate getting up in the morn- who’s down on his luck due his African homeland, came ing again. to the economy. When his to America – knowing no wife finds him a job, it’s not English – and became a deco- Stuff: Compulsive Hoard- exactly the kind that’s legal. rated soldier is one that will ing and the Meaning of

Gladys and Jamie Scott

a condition to Gladys Scott’s vince more governors to use (especially Black men and release that she follow through their clemency powers to free women), and leaders who are on her promise, long blocked more people who desperately too fearful to do much about by the Mississippi penal sys- deserve it. either aspect of the problem. tem, to donate her kidney to her Like the struggle to win jus- sister. tice for the Scott sisters, the Ten years ago, I played a We share these concerns. struggle for full and fair usage small role in helping free Kemba We would fight anyone who of clemency powers is as ur- Smith—a young black woman ever tried to activate such a gent as it has been long. For sentenced to more than 20 years clause and we would win. more than a century, the on drug conspiracy charges Attorney Lumumba has NAACP has pushed governors despite her prosecutor’s own noted what many legal schol- and presidents publicly and admission that Ms. Smith had ars have also observed: privately to use their clemency never used, sold, nor benefited “We are much better off with powers to advance justice. Yet, from the sale of drugs. When I Gladys out of prison on a con- the roots of this struggle go met with President Clinton dition that is constitutionally much deeper. about the case, it was clear he unenforceable than behind bars had studied her case and un- in a prison that repeatedly re- Alexander Hamilton pre- derstood why she deserved fused to let her help her sister. dicted in Federalist Paper num- freedom. He commuted her sen- Not only has the Governor’s ber 74 that without “easy ac- tence a few months later as he office assured us that they will cess” to clemency our nation’s left office. never enforce this clause, they justice system and democracy As Kemba Smith has often couldn’t do it if they wanted to. would not work properly. “The said, her case is remarkable not Why he let them out is an criminal code of every country because there are so few “Kemba argument for historians, get- partakes so much of necessary Smiths” in our justice system ting people like them out is what severity, that without an easy (there are thousands), but rather we have to be about.” access to exceptions in favor of because there are so few com- Our eyes remain firmly fo- unfortunate guilt, justice would mutations for people who de- cused on the prize: assisting wear a countenance too san- serve them. the Scott sisters in getting the guinary and cruel.” Gladys and Jamie Scott’s freedom they have won, the In addition to dealing with a freedom is just as rare and pre- health care they need, and the justice system that has indeed cious. Let’s keep this move- pardon they deserve. become “too sanguinary and ment growing by ensuring the The victory of their release cruel” we are also confronting pleas of others who deserve encourages us to press on in one that is grossly overcrowded clemency are heard, and they our nationwide efforts to con- with Americans of all colors are set free. January 05, 2011 The Sojourner’s Truth Page 13 “Keep In Mind That I’m An Artist….” By Michael Hayes Minister of Culture

up, like I’m shoulder to shoul- on our roster are basically article showing love to all the what I do with you all be- progress instead of struggle. der with you in this quest locked out of The Sojourner’s other labels, and some of the cause we are all in this to- For all artists out there, because I am. Truth. most known artists in the area gether. keep going. Lavale Stewart aka Ado- But right now I’m going to and I left out everything about I hope that 2011 brings Peace. nis Lavale is my partner and bend that rule a little because U.G.E.. greater success for us all, and my first cousin. I’m proud of many things my But really, I want to share a chance to relate through [email protected] He and I make all the music company achieved last year. for everyone on our roster, U.G.E. artist T.Diamond handle their graphics, pack- graced the cover of the To- Kwanzaa aging, recording, rehearsals ledo Free Press, had a great and media exposure of all performance at the 4th An- (Continued from Page 5) kinds and a lot more. nual Core D.J. Bash At The Kwanzaa emphasizes that U.G.E. L.L.C. is not the top Bay, and we even got “Haterz with libations or ode to ances- company of its kind in the Get Mad” a few spins on tors. One of the committee area or the most well-known. Detroit’s WJLB. members read an ode and You all know that quote But we are lucky enough Big Marc da General is a people called out names, both from Erykah Badu, but an- to rub shoulders with some special story because before personal and famous, of those other one also comes to mind of the area’s best and bright- I ever met him or signed him who have made a difference. as I begin this week’s article: est talents due to the fact we to our roster, he was featured Afterwards, the people drank a “Eff a rap critic, he talk are around them all the time in my article for his album Let cup of water as a toast. about it while I live it…” – while we develop our roster. Me Roc due to a high recom- Depending on the day, in Method Man. That is why I have done mendation. this case the last (January 1), all One of the most hated fig- so many articles on local art- Years later he’s a U.G.E. the candles that symbolized ures in hip-hop has always ists and events. It’s due to artist and someone who has the principles were lit. been the rap critic. the fact that grinding in the had to transition from rap- Earlier in the week, guest Most of my readers are music scene has placed me ping mainly on his side of speakers were chosen in refer- th involved in the entertainment among the people who are town to now doing Bash At mainly about next year’s 45 celebrate civil rights of an ence to a particular principle. scene or at least passionate doing so well that I just have The Bay, being featured mul- celebration. organization’s agenda,” said Those included members of fans of urban music so they to write about them to let my tiple times on 88.3FM’s The Since this was the final day, Muhammad. “We are here to the Kwanzaa committee, pro- know this to be true. readers know. Session (hip-hop & neo-soul a Karamu or feast was given express positive principles that fessional innovator Kameron How can I review albums Becauseour company is show) and his popularity has with many African-influenced relate to us as a community and Kyser, Alicia Smith of the by Kanye or Diddy etc, and fortunate enough to be grown due to the release of foods. Traditionally, the a culture.” Padua Center and David Lewis. still not be seen as a typical among the movers and shak- his Outa Space Mixtape. karamu is carried out on De- Kwanzaa was created by That night, Noble took on rap or music critic? ers, I can readily identify qual- We’ve had a lot of things cember 31. Maulana Karenga, Ph.D., in the the task to enlighten about How can I interview local ity local talent so when I tell to be proud of, features on Before the feast began, United States and first cel- what is Imani or Faith and in her artists, speak on the local en- my readers to check for some- Game Savvy TV and The Ses- prayer was conducted and then ebrated in 1966. It was con- words, it indicates our duty “to tertainment scene and it not one its because I have seen sion, Aye Dee opening for a round of seven shouts of ceived as a way to strengthen believe in our people and with come off like an outsider’s them in action and I’ve come Conya Doss, Leigh Ashley “Harambee,” which in Swahili and celebrate cultural ideas and that belief things can change perspective? across them on the music hosting Toledo Has Talent, means “all pull together.” values in the world African at a quicker pace.” Because I make music and scene. various club and radio play Then the drums began to and African-American com- Creative expression was I am an artist before anything. People like Tracy from and the two year anniversary play as the food was being set munities. also included in the weeklong My degree is not in jour- Hustle Hand, or Flow from Be of The Listening Open Mic up and the guests indulged It is based on the agricul- program. It ranged from sing- nalism, it’s in public rela- Original, or Dre P or Sasha Night. and mingled for some of them tural celebration of African ing and poetry to the SETT tions… which is sort of like Claybourn, labels like But 2010 also brought would not see each other until called the “first fruits or team performing and musical the entertainment or creative Soulbeat and crews like Six challenges and insight gained next year. “Matunda Ya Kwanza,” which instruments. A saxophonist part of business. Ringz or all the D.J.’s and through struggle and com- “People think that this was a time of harvest, gather- presented a piece for the last But beyond education it’s promoters I’ve interviewed promise. [Kwanzaa] is religious, but we ing, reverence and recommit- night. the fact I was raised by musi- over the years. Two of our artists moving are not here to celebrate reli- ment. There were announcements cians in a family of artists and Trust and believe that the out of town, health issues, gious beliefs nor are we here to my main interaction with the artists you see me give a little personal situations and just local and regional music nod to or even a full out inter- the honest-to-God struggle scene is in the capacity of view in this article are all of trying to maintain a living someone taking part in the art people whose quality and with the way this job market form instead of just whipping artistry I fully stand behind. has been. Marriages, chil- up a few paragraphs about it. Just mailing me a CD or dren, education and just the My editor came up with seeing me at K Mart and ask- ups and downs of trying to the title “minister of culture” ing for an interview isn’t get into an industry that is not me. enough for me to tell my read- shrinking everyday it all takes Since my style of writing ers to check for you. a toll on a persons emotions is more like I’m conversing The hundreds of local en- and mindset. with you, our discussion can tertainers I’ve put in this ar- That’s why I talk about range from pop culture to ticle over the years are all U.G.E. and want to share my movies to politics to local is- people who I have come in ups and downs with you, be- sues etc. contact with while I’m on my cause But when I wake up each own grind and I’ve seen them we relate to each other and every day my primary and can vouch for what they through going through simi- career goals are about pro- do. lar circumstances. ducing tracks that will get my If I didn’t have my own I know a lot of you pro- partner and me in the indus- company, I probably ducers out there who have to try and developing our roster wouldn’t have had the chance deal with the fact most labels of artists to get them and our to meet some of the area’s aren’t buying tracks these company in the door. key players in the Glass City. days because budgets are I’m trying to get it. But even though I get to shot. I know a lot of you art- Which makes me just like interview artists on the rise, ists out there who want des- most of you out there, I can the artists who are signed to perately to make a living from relate and I hope you relate to my company are somewhat your craft but you’re consid- what I write. blocked from having the same ering the military or a trade As far as I can tell, most of spotlight. school because you need to my readers are producers, la- I’ve never done a full-fea- put food on the table and bills bel owners, rappers, singers, ture interview on anyone that demand money not dreams. promoters, people who as- I produce. I hope you all understand pire to be in the entertain- I’ve never reviewed any that I write from a personal ment field to some extent or of our music… that wouldn’t point of view because that’s just true music enthusiasts. even make sense to do that. real. So I write from the ground To some extent the artists Two weeks ago I wrote an Page 14 The Sojourner’s Truth January 05, 2011 Celebrate the Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther, King, Jr. in Ohio Plan your MLK three-day getaway today at DiscoverOhio.com/Multicultural Special to The Truth At the height of the civil The city of Columbus’ an- man of the Ohio Dr. MLK, Jr. performs its 31st Annual Cel- This special day is highlighted ledo, and Mayor Michael Bell. rights movement in the 1960s, nual Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Holiday Commission and first ebration Concert with the Mar- by performances from national The Toledo Interfaith Mass Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. vis- March will step off from Colum- cousin of Dr. King. tin Luther King, Jr. Celebration and local artists. Choir will perform at the free ited every part of Ohio, speak- bus City Hall at 4:45 p.m. Fol- Northeast Ohio Chorus and the Central State Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, event. ing at forums, universities and lowing the march, there will be Cleveland Philharmonic University Chorus on Sunday, Jr. Day Breakfast, Akron, Jan. Southeast Ohio churches, spreading his mes- a free Martin Luther King, Jr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebra- Jan. 16, at 7 p.m. Admission is 17 11th Annual MLK Silent sage of peace, tolerance and Day program at Veteran’s Me- tion, Cuyahoga Community free, but tickets are required. The Akron Urban League March and Brunch, Ohio Uni- racial equality. morial from 6 - 7 p.m. Atten- College, Cleveland, Jan. 16 Call (216) 231-1111 for tickets presents the third annual cel- versity, Athens, Jan. 17 In commemoration of MLK dants will see vignettes of fun- Tri-C celebrates the life of and information. ebration of Martin Luther King, Ohio University commemo- Day on Monday, January 17, damental figures in Columbus’ Dr. King in the metropolitan ·Severance Hall celebrates Jr.’s life and legacy. The break- rates Martin Luther King, Jr. Ohio tourism attractions, uni- history, musical performances campus auditorium with key- Martin Luther King, Jr.’s life fast buffet opens at 7:15 a.m., with a march, silent — in the versities and communities by the Eastmoor Mixed En- note speaker Jeff Johnson, po- with an afternoon open house and the program begins at 8 style of early civil rights move- across Ohio will present a large semble Choir and the Dr. Martin litical commentator and activ- of instrumental, vocal and spo- a.m. The breakfast and pro- ment marches – beginning at and diverse array of activities to Luther King, Jr. Mass ist, and a performance by the ken-word performances and gram are free and open to the Galbreath Chapel at 10 a.m. Fol- educate, entertain and encour- Children’s Choir, and dances Cleveland Philharmonic Or- entertainment on Jan. 17, noon- public; however, a ticket is re- lowing the march at 11 a.m. is age a greater pride in our com- performed by Ballet Met. chestra at 3 p.m. The event is 5 p.m. The Cleveland Orches- quired. the MLK brunch and program munities. Following are some MLK Open House, Colum- free, but tickets are required. tra Youth Orchestra and Cleve- Northwest Ohio in the Baker University Center ideas to help travelers begin bus, Jan. 17 Call (216) 987-4805 for tickets land Orchestra Youth Chorus MLK Unity Celebration, Ballroom. The featured planning a family getaway to This free community event and information. will also perform. Free, no tick- Toledo, Jan. 17 speaker is R. L’Heureux Lewis, learn how Dr. King’s principles at King Arts Complex is an ex- Cleveland Orchestra’s ets required. The University of Toledo Ph.D., assistant professor of resonate in today’s world. From cellent opportunity for families MLK Celebration Concert and Martin Luther King, Jr. Fes- and the City of Toledo present Sociology, Black Studies and marches and museum exhibits and friends to enjoy music and Community Open House, tival, Rock and Roll Hall of the annual celebration of Mar- Public Policy at the City Col- to community forums and mu- live theatrical performances, Cleveland, Jan. 16 and 17 Fame and Museum, Cleveland, tin Luther King, Jr.’s life from lege of New York CUNY. He sical celebrations, there is truly watch videos, learn about the The Cleveland Orchestra Jan. 17 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m., at Savage will discuss Myanmar, Martin something for everyone to en- civil rights movement, partici- and Severance Hall celebrate This annual, free event has Arena on the University of Luther King and Hip Hop. joy. pate in hands-on studio art ac- the spirit of Dr. King’s life, lead- become bigger and better year Toledo campus. This year’s Tickets for the MLK brunch Central Ohio tivities and view art exhibitions. ership and vision in music, song after year. A celebration of the celebration theme is “One can be purchased by calling Martin Luther King, Jr. This year’s event, taking place and community recognition at life and legacy of Martin Luther World. One People.” Speakers the OU Multicultural Programs March and Program, Colum- from noon - 4 p.m., will feature two events: King, Jr., is the focus of this include Dr. Lloyd Jacobs, presi- office bus, Jan. 17 Rev. Joel L. King, Jr., vice chair- · The Cleveland Orchestra glorious day of song and dance. dent of the University of To- (Continued on Page 16)

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Housekeeping Manager 1 #5466 – Environmental Services PURPOSE: Assist in supervising and directing the activities of 1. To highlight pertinent data and information regarding identified social services problems, needs, custodial workers engaged in providing care, cleaning resources, and gaps in service along with recommendations to the proposed two-year county plan. and maintenance of buildings, furniture and fixtures. 2. To elicit public comment, suggestions, and recommendations relative to the County’s proposed Social The starting salary for this position will be approxi- Service Plan. mately $30,000. This position will work 2nd shift approx 4:30pm – 12:30pm. DATE: January 13, 2011 TIME: 3pm-5:30pm Requirements include: High school diploma or LOCATION: Lucas County Department of Job & Family Services, 3210 Monroe Street, Toledo Room on the GED, college degree preferred; able to read, under- 4th floor. Individuals wanting to provide verbal testimony at the hearing should register either by email or phone stand, and follow written instructions, and compre- with Lucas County Department of Job & Family Services before 4pm on January 11, 2011 to assure that a time hend verbal instructions given in English. Minimum slot will be available. You must provide the name(s) of the presenter(s), a brief description of the issue, phone two years of mgmt/supervisor experience, custodial number(s) and email address(es). Individuals and organizations must submit written copies of their comments or healthcare mgmt experience preferred OR mini- at the hearing. At the time of the hearing, individuals providing testimony will be asked to identify themselves mum two years progressively responsible custodial and who they represent. Written statements of funding recommendations will be accepted from those who experience including one year supervisory experi- choose not to present a verbal testimony until 5:30pm on January 13, 2011. These statements should be ence. Demonstrate thorough understanding of cus- submitted to Lucas County Department of Job & Family Services, Attention: Associate Director of Client todial equipment, supplies, policies and procedures. Services, 3210 Monroe St., Toledo, OH 43606 or via email to the address below. Excellent oral and written communication skills re- quired. Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to REGISTRATION CONTACT: interface with a diverse and wide range of people. Attention: Associate Director of Client Services Courses in personnel management, budgeting, clean- Email: [email protected] ing principles, and public relations preferred. Ability Phone: 419-213-8809 to walk and stand for long periods of time; ability to lift 50 lbs. For more information and to apply please visit https://jobs.utoledo.edu. Application deadline is Lucas Metropolitan Housing Authority Wednesday, January 12, 2011. UT is an EEO, AA Employer and Educator 435 Nebraska Avenue Toledo, Ohio 43604 December 28, 2010 Request For Proposal (RFP) Title: Marketing/Public Relations (Re-Issue) Wanted to Buy:Diabetes Supplies RFP Number: 09015

Earn up to $12 per box of 100 test strips Sealed proposals will be received until Friday, January 28, 2011 at 4:00 pm for providing services described Must expire after Aug. 2011. herein. Proposals received after the date and hour designated will be deemed non-responsive and not considered. Leave labels on boxes. Proposals will be accepted at: We remove and shred. Call 419-740-7162 and leave message. Lucas Metropolitan Housing Authority 435 Nebraska Avenue Toledo, Ohio 43604 For Rent All proposals will have one (1) original, and three (3) copies assembled in the order of the RFP, and clearly Looking for retirees or senior citizens to rent a marked on the envelope and cover “Marketing/Public Relations.” Facsimile proposals will not be accepted. newly renovated two-bedroom house with new security system, new energy efficient furnace and Request for Proposals may be obtained from LMHA’s website – www.lucasmha.org, or picked up at: new laundry room. Please call Demetria at Aisha’s Housing – Lucas Metropolitan Housing Authority 419-514-4011 435 Nebraska Avenue Toledo, Ohio 43604

www.thetruthtoledo.com Direct Inquiries to: Barbara J. Dermer Executive Assistant (419) 259-9457 [email protected] For Rent 3 bedroom All proposers shall be required to meet the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity requirements as 1015 Norwood described in Executive Order #11246. Each proposer must insure all employees and applicants for employment $600 month are not discriminated against because of age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, military status, ancestry, Pay own utilities disability, handicap or national origin. 419-261-2397 January 05, 2011 The Sojourner’s Truth Page 16 Celebrate the Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther, King, Jr. in Ohio (Continued from Page 14) at (740) 593-4027. Ticket from an African marketplace, King’s vibrant legacy filled prices are $6 for students, listen to narrators weave with opportunities for par- $8 for non-students and $60 their tales and watch perfor- ticipation, commemoration per table (8 seats per table). mances by African drum- and celebration. Events in- Southwest Ohio mers. Free. clude: African Culture Fest, Walk the Journey! Pass · The King Legacy Cincinnati, Jan. 15 – 17 the Torch! Embrace the Awards Breakfast, 8 a.m., As part of the Cincinnati Dream!, Cincinnati, Jan. 17 National Underground Rail- Museum Center’s Passport The Martin Luther King, road Freedom Center, $30. to the World Series, visitors Jr. Coalition presents · Civil Rights Commemo- can sample authentic food events celebrating Dr. rative March, 10:30 a.m., be-

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