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Nike’s Value Rises $3B After Volume 32 No. 32 Jacksonville, Florida July 11 - 17, 2019 Kaepernick Has Ross Shoes Removed After Colin Kaepernick had Nike remove its Fourth of July holiday Jax NAACP: Its Time for Some Action shoe last week, the company’s shares have seen a sizable increase and so has its market value. The Jacksonville receive the customary standard officer be suspended without pay The sneakers, called The Air Max 1 USA, were designed with the branch of the NAACP internal review. until the investigation is complete. “Betsy Ross Flag” on the heel, a flag that has 13 stars in a circle to rep- released a statement this The incident surrounds 47-year- “It’s just getting out of hand and resent the 13 colonies in the United States at the time. week condemning the old suspect, Todaryl Britt. The man here we go again, with the same It was also flown during slavery, which Kaepernick reminded Nike of. actions of a Jacksonville was arrested on several outstanding thing over and over again,” said Plus, the flag has been used by white supremacist groups as a response police officer who charges and an additional charge of NACCP Branch President Isaiah to the increasing diversity in the United States, so Nike decided to pull appears to repeatedly resisting arrest without violence. Rumlin said. "I think, eventually, the shoes altogether. slam a man's head on He is also registered sex offender. the community -- it’s going to get Since the shoes were pulled, Nike’s shares have gone up 2 percent, pavement as he and The NAACP's Jacksonville really tired of it and there is no which added almost $3 billion to the company’s market value, reports other officers were branch demanded the actions of the telling what’s going to happen.” Forbes. Kaepernick became a spokesman for Nike in 2011 and last year arresting him in a video. officer be thoroughly reviewed by The State Attorney’s office said it was featured in an ad for its “Just Do It” campaign, which got a lot of According to the both JSO and the Florida is waiting for JSO to review the backlash from the right. But just as it happened with the Betsy Ross Jacksonville Sheriff's Department of Law Enforcement. matter and if JSO thinks there is a sneakers, Nike saw a 5 percent increase after they announced Shown is Britt in footage during his arrest Office, the incident will Other demands include that the problem, then it will investigate. Kaepernick would star in the ad. 5000 Males’ Gets Youth Up Close and Personal With Politics Innocence Project: 2018 was a Recently, 5000 Role Models of Record Year for Exonerations Excellence members from Jean The Innocence Project reported in the most recent issue of its maga- Ribault High School and William zine that a record nine clients were exonerated and released from prison M. Raines High School kicked off in 2018 for crimes they didn’t commit. The nine exonerations were the their Summer Leadership Academy most at one time in Innocence Project’s 26- year history. by attending a legislative town hall The Exonerations continued into 2019 with three more men being hosted by State Representative released from prison for crimes they didn’t commit. The incarcerations Tracie Davis at the Bradham took a problematic toll on the 12 men who were locked behind bars for Brooks Library. a total of nearly 300 years. The 5000 members clad in their Gregory Counts, one of the exonerated said, “I went to jail when I was trademark red ties and black pants, 19. I did 26 years—over half of my life in jail. I need to see the world.” were able to hear Rep. Davis dis- cuss what happened during the 2019 Legislative Session and Cook County is Home to the Largest address state issues that are impor- tant to constituents. Students left Population of African Americans more informed about the 2019 Cook County, Illinois, is home to the largest population of African Legislative Budget, Amendment 4 Americans. But counties in Texas have the fastest-growing black popu- Voting Rights, Guns in Classrooms, lations. Cook County whose biggest city is Chicago, was home to the Texting While Driving and nation’s largest African American population in 2018, with 1. 3 million Hurricane Relief to name a few. residents, the U.S. Census Bureau recently reported. The 5000 Role Models of Shown is State Representative Traci Davis speaking with students: Damari Williams, Demichael Dortch, Harris County, Texas, reported the largest numeric increase of African Excellence is a free enlightenment Erick Wesbter, Marcus Bryant, Aaron Blunt, Eugene Vickers and Burdette Williams on life in politics. Americans between 2017 and 2018, adding 14, 017 blacks to the coun- program for at risk Black males ty’s population. Houston, the county seat of Harris County, has a popu- throughout the state of Florida. with successful professional adult guidance and educational assis- more than 8,000 participants, 6,000 lation of more than 4 million. It is the most populous county in Texas Young males ages 9-19 are paired volunteers, who provide advice, tance. Presently the initiative has volunteers, and continues to grow. and the nation’s third most populous county. The black population grew the fastest in Ellis County, Texas between 2017 and 2018, the Census Bureau reported. Ellis County is located near ACLU Sues State Over Dallas/Fort Worth. population is 149,610. Acclaimed African-American Felon’s Voting Rights Several civil rights organizations tion. The ballot initiative restored Architect Phil Freelom Passes filed a lawsuit against the state of voting rights to residents with Florida after Gov. Ron DeSantis felony convictions who have com- Phil Freelon, an architect who designed buildings ranging from local signed a bill that would require pleted their sentences, with the libraries to the Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American felons to pay court-ordered finan- exception of those convicted of History and Culture, has died in North Carolina. Freelon was 66 and had cial obligations if they want their murder or a sexual offense. suffered from ALS for several years. voting rights restored. The state's Republican-controlled “I’ll remember him as one of the most gifted architects I’ve ever Florida's new law, SB7066, vio- legislature introduced a bill to curb worked with but also one of the kindest individuals I’ve ever known,” lates the prohibition against poll said Lonnie Bunch, founding director of the African American Museum taxes enshrined in the 24th and now secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, overseeing 19 muse- Amendment, claims a lawsuit ums and other organizations. filed by the American Civil Freelon was a Philadelphia native who worked for years at architec- Liberties Union, the ACLU of tural firms in Texas and North Carolina. When he opened his own firm, Florida, the Brennan Center for he was the only employee. He declined to design prisons, casinos or Justice and NAACP Legal strip shopping malls, instead focusing on libraries, museums and Defense and Educational Fund. schools because he preferred “projects that contribute to society in some The suit filed on behalf of 10 way,” he said in an interview with The Associated Press in February Floridians also claims the law 2017. was at least partly motivated by a racially discriminatory purpose in felon voting rights in March. The Homes of Tubman and Hughes Shown (L-R) is Continental National President Robin T. violation of the 14th Amendment, bill passed both chambers. Browder, Esq., with Jacksonville Chapter Members, Cynthia which granted citizenship to people And while court fees vary per Among 22 Sites Getting Saved Jones-Jackson, Denise Coleman and Patricia Gillum Sams. born or naturalized in the United individual, even the smallest The National Trust for Historic Preservation recently announced more States, and the 15th Amendment amounts can prove difficult for the than $1.6 million in grants to 22 sites and organizations through its Continentals Converge and that prohibits the government from formerly incarcerated. A Harvard African American Cultural Heritage Action Fund. denying a citizen the right to vote University researcher found that the These monies will help maintain poet and scholar Langston Hughes‘ based on race or color or previous median annual income was only house in Harlem, New York, The Harriet Tubman Home in Auburn, NY, Impact the First Coast servitude. about $6,500 for those newly out of the home of Negro League Baseball star Satchel Paige in Kansas City, Recently hundreds of women employment, recreation "This disenfranchisement will be prison. Mo., the Emmett Till Memorial Commission in Summer, Miss., ‘The representing 40 Chapters around (H.E.E.R.), arts and humanities. borne disproportionately by low- "This law will disproportionately Forum’ in Chicago’s Bronzeville neighborhood, the African Meeting the country celebrated 63 years Continental women serve vol- income individuals and racial impact black Floridians with a House in Boston, MA, the oldest existing black church in the U.S., and of service to children at the unteer hours in schools, pediatric minorities, due to longstanding and felony conviction, who face the the Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church in Charleston, South National Conclave of wards, youth organizations, bar- well-documented racial gaps in intersecting barriers of accessing Carolina, among others. Continental Societies, Inc. ber shops, churches and other poverty and employment," the law- jobs in a state with long-standing This year’s funds, provided by The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation, Held at the Hyatt Regency youth serving entities. Their local suit states. wealth and employment dispari- were awarded to places with the mission of protecting, restoring, and Riverfront Hotel, the army of impact included donating over An estimated 1.4 million ties," said deputy director of litiga- interpreting African American historic sites and their volunteer women gathered to $16k in shoes, socks, undergar- Floridians with felony records had tion at the NAACP Legal Defense contribution to the American story. Grants are given network, examine, review and ments and cash to the their voting rights restored in and Educational Fund Leah Alden. expand their programmatic Jacksonville's Police Athletic across four categories: capacity building, project January after 64.5 percent of state "Because the Florida Legislature thrusts. Its’ community initia- League to be shared by five vari- planning, capital, and programming and interpreta- residents voted last year to approve ignored these well-understood real- tives’ include health, education, ous locations in the city. tion. an amendment to Florida's constitu- ities, SB 7066 must be stopped.” Page 2 - Ms. Perry’s Free Press July 11 - 17, 2019 Real Estate Mogul Don Peebles to Launch $500M Fund For Underrepresented Developers

derrepresented groups in South emerging developers and investing Florida, Los Angeles, New York in diversity will result in higher re- and other cities. turns with less risk,” he said while Can I Get my Deceased Peebles—who owns the real es- unveiling his plan at The Real tate development firm Peebles Deal’s annual residential real estate Wife’s Benefits Retroactively ? Corp.—says he’s on a mission to event. “It’s a very positive thing to level the playing field when it have the developments that are tak- Dear Rusty: I have two questions. My wife passed away in May of comes to access to capital. Through ing place in communities of color, 2015, and I never received any of her benefits. Should I have? Also, I the fund he wants to work with de- to have the projects be developed by am now 62, turning 63 next month. I am still working and probably velopers from different cities people of color. We see this as a won’t quit until age 75 or older. Should I start taking benefits now? throughout the country on projects win-win and an untapped market.” Signed: Bewildered that will be built on underdeveloped There are several entrepreneurs Dear Bewildered: As a widower, you could have started receiving a or vacant land. The projects will be who are on a mission to make the survivor benefit from your wife at 60 years of age, though it would have a mix of commercial and residential real estate industry diverse. Johnetta been reduced by about 28.5% for claiming early. But you haven't really buildings; some of which will have G. Paye, Esq. andErnestine Johnson lost those benefits because you can still claim them, and they won't be re- affordable housing units. According created the first Black-owned real duced as much now because you'd be claiming closer to your widower's to Peebles, the fund will be sup- estate crowdfunding company to full retirement age (FRA) of 66. In your specific case, your "widower ported by investors. He’s aiming to help individuals from underserved FRA" is 4 months earlier than your normal FRA of 66 plus 4 months, be- work on 60 different projects which communities overcome the obsta- cause a survivor's FRA is determined by subtracting 2 years from their ac- Don Peebles will be between $10 million and $70 cles of gentrification by helping tual birth date. Since you were born in 1956, Social Security uses 1954 as Black entrepreneur Don Peebles industry. According to The Real million each. them make low-cost real estate in- the date to determine your FRA for survivor benefits. is investing in the futures of women Deal, he’s launching a $500 million “The idea is to create this business vestments. Since you are now 62 (turning 63 soon), you have a choice to collect ei- and people of color in the real estate fund to support developers from un- model that shows that investing in ther your own benefit or your survivor benefit, and which one you should choose depends upon which one would be highest when it reaches maxi- mum. Your survivor benefit will reach its maximum when you reach your Meet the Bride Who Only Paid $3K widower FRA; your own benefit will reach its maximum at age 70. You might choose to collect your survivor benefit first and allow your own ben- efit to grow until you are 70 when it would be about 29% more than it for Her Wedding by Only Using Amazon would be at your normal FRA. Or, if your survivor benefit at your widower FRA would be more, you could choose to take your own benefit until your Ashley Hicks got married this orations, everything!” survivor benefit reaches maximum at your widower FRA. past June. While she wanted every- Hicks shared a tip to look for But there is one catch you should consider. Any time Social Security thing to be perfect on that special styles in a local store or online and benefits of any kind are taken before one's full retirement age and you con- day, she and her husband knew they find something similar on Amazon tinue to work, you will be subject to Social Security's "earnings test." That didn’t want to go into debt for it as — like what she did for her wedding means if your earnings from working exceed the annual earnings limit they start their new life. So, they de- dress. She initially tried on a dress at ($17,640 for 2019), Social Security will take back $1 for every $2 you are cided to just spend $3,000 for their a store that costs around $1,000. But over the limit, and they'll withhold that from future benefits until they re- wedding, saving thousands of dol- she decided to look for a similar cover what you owe. Once you reach your normal full retirement age the lars by only shopping on dress with good reviews via Ama- earnings limit goes away, and you can earn as much as you like without Amazon.com’s online wedding shop zon.com’s Wedding Dress collec- penalty. For clarity, when you reach your normal full retirement age they (which includes men and women’s tion. She said she found one from a will recompute your benefit and give you time credit for any month’s ben- wedding fashion items, planners, in- dressmaker in China. She just had efits withheld, which will increase your benefit slightly allowing you to vitations, stationery, favors, and her measurements taken, sent it, and recover some (or eventually all) of the withheld benefits. But exceeding more. ordered the dress. the annual earnings limit before your reach your normal FRA will cause In 2018, a survey revealed that 16 “I paid $100,” Hicks said. “Tech- you to lose current benefits for some number of months. percent of engaged couples last year nically, it was $99, but, I paid $100 Provided that your finances, your health and your expected longevity were planning to borrow $10,000 to and I think a few cents for tax. She allow it, and provided that your own benefit at age 70 will be more than $19,999 for their weddings, while 11 Ashley and Tre Hicks was like, ‘Okay it will be here in two your survivor benefit, you may want to consider a strategy of postponing percent were taking on $50,000, or ary, wanted a June wedding. With on Amazon. weeks.’ It came, I put it on and it fit your own benefit, and also delaying your claim for the survivor benefit more in debt, according to CNBC. only about 4 months to plan and pre- “We bought my dress, shoes, perfectly.” until it reaches maximum at your widower’s FRA. Then at your widower's Hicks said her husband, who pare the wedding, she asked for help bridesmaid dresses, their shoes, their After saving big on her ‘Big Fat FRA (66) you could claim 100% of your survivor benefit, while allowing works in finance, motivated her not from a wedding planner who recom- jewelry, my husband’s suspenders, Amazon Wedding’, Hicks advises your own benefit to grow to maximum at age 70. In this way you would to spend too much that it would mended using the online retail shop all the groomsmen’s gifts - except anyone planning a special occasion avoid any lost benefits from exceeding the earnings limit, you would col- eventually lead them to debts. Amazon for faster turnaround of bowties, our table settings, and the to use your resources and that debt lect the maximum survivor benefit between your FRA and age 70, and at “My husband was like we’re def- purchases and various options for plates. It was a long list,” Hicks said. isn’t the only option. Well, in her that time switch to your own higher benefit for the rest of your life. This, initely not doing that,” Hicks told comparison shopping. “We had about 150 guests, and I case, Amazon has been a great op- of course, is but one of several scenarios you have available to you being ABC 13. Hicks took the advice and bought probably spent about $3,000 total in- tion. dually-entitled to both survivor benefits and your own Social Security re- Hicks, who got engaged in Febru- all the wedding supplies she needed cluding our food, all the attire, dec- tirement benefit.

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If you have mortgage problems, call 888-995-HOPE for one-on-one expert advice from this free government program. You’re not alone. July 11 - 17, 2019 Ms. Perry’s Free Press - Page 3 Kids Camp Jax Builds Digital Innovators with STEAM network, collaborate and learn from each other and the adults with diverse backgrounds in business and technology. Organized by educators William Jackson and Aida Correa, the inter- active activities included STEAM discovery, scavenger hunt, roller coaster building, critical and higher order thinking skills, collaboration and acceptance of diversity in culture, gender and color. Built into the curriculum are matrix to assist youth with learning challenges, helping them to feel welcomed, accepted and to have Shown learning hand on CPR are (L-R) Debora fun in learning. Green, Steven Davis and Dora Davis at the Legends Center From singing pirate songs to using Lego blocks, paper towel Red Cross Still at the Heart of Our tubes, and other materials to build their projects, it was an engaged, Communities and Saving Lives active and learning experience. Congressman Al Lawson and the Historically, the Red Cross is Kids Camp participants William, an African American American Red Cross recently host- well known for providing disaster male educator and business owner ed a community Town Hall meet- relief to families affected by disas- WordCamp Jacksonville 2019 ences in Northeast Florida. attended by youth that participated and Aida, Latina of Afro-Latina celebrated its 4th year of dynamic Held at Keiser University, the in STEAM activities and concluded ing at the Legends Center on the ter, training courses in first aid, heritage understand fully that repre- Northside. The event connected CPR and over lifesaving classes. speakers that shared information to diverse workshop "tracks" included with participants building their own sentation matters, so their presence empower, educate and inspire the Developer, User and Marketing web sites on the WordPress plat- community organizers, leaders, They also collect 40% of all blood can inspire children of color and business leaders, first responder collected in the United States and over 200 people in attendance. Over which allowed those attending to form. KidsCamp allowed kids and culture to enter into STEAM the past 4 years, the camp has come learn from industry experts. youth from 7 to 14 who are inter- agencies, and elected officials with provided over 1,503 free smoke careers and aspire to be business the services and resources of the alarms in Duval County. to be known as one of the most One of the popular components ested in WordPress, coding, pro- owners as well. transformative technology confer- of WordCamp is the KidsCamp gramming and web development to Red Cross. Deacons Ordained at Springhill Missionary Researchers Looking for Lost Montford Marines Jacksonville, NC, primarily where they had to "fight for the under enemy fire during offensive Springhill Missionary Baptist known for Marine Corps Base right to fight." In doing so, they operations in the Pacific. Church recently ordained Deacons Camp Lejeune, was established as faced some of the strongest drill However, a bigger problem Bobbie White and Jamie Usher - a the United States entered World sergeants the corps could find, loomed for these Marines. No prestigious honor in the church. War II. Today its 14 miles of other African Americas to push detailed records were kept on Ministers presiding over the beaches remain a major area for them physically and mentally to these thousands of men because Presbytery ordination services were amphibious assault training, and withstand tests that surpassed the they were never expected to suc- Pastor Michael Jackson, Pastor its location between two deep- high standards used for white ceed. They, however, surpassed Levie White, Dr. Morris Halyard water ports (Wilmington and Marines. all expectations. and Pastor Anthony Beeks. Morehead City) allows for fast The Montford Point Marine The Montford Point Marines' The church recently celebrated its deployments. It also has roots in Association and the US swere recognized in 2012 when all 29th year of Pastor Michael Black history. Government is searching for lost men known to have served were Jackson’s leadership. Pastor After Pearl Harbor, President members of those first African awarded a Congressional Gold Jackson has been a dedicated pastor Franklin D Roosevelt issued the American Marines who trained Medal. With no official record of and diligent community leader and order to admit African Americans there to fight in WWII. those who served from 1942 to a member of the Baptist Ministers into the Corps. From 1942 to During the Pacific Campaign, 1949, the Montford Point Marine conference of Duval County and 1949, approximately 20,000 the Montford Point Marines were Association has sought to recog- adjacent counties. For 29 years, the African American men were called into service, first as defense nize and continue awarding the church has been a pillar of society admitted to the Marine Corps, the units holding land far behind the medal to the families of the men with volunteering at local shelters, last branch of the service to do so. front or as ammunitions carriers; who served. If you know of one Segregation caused these men to they saw little action. Later, about who may be unrecognized, please providing a food bank for the Shown (L-R) is Wanda White, Deaon Bobby White, Pastor homeless and ministering to parish- train at a separate part of Camp 8,000 black Marine stevedores call Carman Cole, National Michael Jackson, Deacon Jamie Usher and Tracie Usher Lejeune called Montford Point, and ammunition handlers served Secretary at (706) 840-1789. ioners the gospel according to the Deacons Ordained at Springhill Missionary Baptist Church teachings of the Baptist church. 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As if ing this PR nightmare. picious causes while vacationing in the Dominican need to keep in mind about this current controversy that wasn’t enough, she’s also had to grapple with the In an interview with CNN, Dominican Republic’s Republic, causing the public to panic and back away before booking your next discounted vacation package financial burden of having her child’s remains returned tourism minister, Francisco Javier Garcia, said the from booking trips at the popular, and notoriously inex- to Santo Domingo and surrounding areas. to her. recent wave of deaths in the country are isolated inci- pensive, travel destination. There may be more deaths than we realize In an interview with the “TODAY” show, Wedington dents. Just this week it was reported that comedian Steve Although there have been varying reports, right now noted that officials held on to her son’s body for a “Investigation into them is a top priority for us and Harvey had decided to move his third annual Sand and we know at least nine people have been found dead or month. She had to pay $4,000 to transport his remains for the National Police. We are asking them to deploy Soul Festival out of the Dominican Republic due to killed under dubious circumstances while visiting the back to the United States, and another $1,000 to get his all resources to help provide answers as quickly as pos- safety concerns. nation. backpack, wallet and camera from officials. sible,” he said. Haitians in the DR have literally been left hanging But there is speculation that the death toll may be In addition to the costs, some families have reported And according to The New York Post, Dominican from trees like strange fruit and Dominicans with higher, because even the ones that are being counted are that it’s taken them days to even locate the bodies of Republic officials have downplayed the deaths as coin- Haitian lineage who have called that part of the island often being dismissed as natural deaths despite evi- their loved ones in the first place. cidences by literally using the term “fake news.” home for generations are suddenly being deported from dence to the contrary. Back in April, Orlando Moore and Portia Ravenelle “It’s all a hysteria against the Dominican Republic, to the country where they were born. Thousands of Black For example, Annette Wedington, of Baltimore, was flew to the island for a romantic getaway. The couple hurt our tourism, this is a very competitive industry and people were being violated there for years and not just told her son Terrence Richmond, collapsed and died of stayed at the Grand Bahia Principe Cayacoa resort at we get millions of tourists, we are a popular destina- the 35,000 plus people killed during the Parsley mas- a heart attack during a hike near the central highlands the country’s Samaná peninsula and were expected tion,” Carlos Suero, the Dominican Republic’s Ministry sacre either but also in the last few years as well. town of Jarabacoa on August 29, 2018. But she later back to the states on March 27, but never returned. of Public Health spokesman told Fox News in an inter- Journalists like myself — Haitian-Americans — not confessed to a local CBS affiliate that she believes Moore’s sister, Lashay Turner alerted the U.S. view.“People are taking aim at us.” only wrote about it but also pleaded for assistance and something far more sinister was at play. Embassy in the Dominican Republic and subsequently So to the Dominican government, people are suppos- asked the public to consider boycotting tourism there to “He was beaten because his knuckles were bruised all filed a police report. Shortly thereafter, a woman who edly dying of “heart attacks” that cause them to be send a message to the government that they needed to up,” Wedington said. “He had a fractured skull and he fit the description of Ravenelle, was found lying on the found with cracked skulls and and broken bones. stop these crimes against humanity or risk losing their had a bruise on his back like he had been kicked.” route that led to the international airport in Santo Families are being charged thousands just to get the primary industry, but the response has largely been An autopsy Wedington obtained from the country’s Domingo. She was rushed to the Doctor Dario victims’ bodies and belongings back. And tourists who silence until now. National Institute of Forensic Sciences (INACIF) con- Contreras Hospital in critical condition and died on already booked trips to the island are in fear for their The message that sends is that the lives of a half a firmed her son had fluid in his lungs and a cracked April 4. safety and debating losing their investments to err on dozen or so Black Americans means more to a lot of skull. And this grieving mother isn’t alone. Several of But by the time a man they believe to be Orlando the side of caution. folks than the lives of tens of thousands of Haitians. the victim’s families has come forward to voice incon- Moore was found on March 31, at sea near Sans Souci, And in the midst of all that, the government’s Dominican people as individuals are not my issue. sistencies that have lead them to believe their loved his body was already in the advanced stages of decom- response is still essentially: “Our haters are just blow- Haitians and Dominicans don’t just share an island they ones were targeted and brutalized before dying. position. ing this out of proportion.” often share blood. To dismiss Dominicans is to dismiss It’s been difficult to have the bodies returned The government is pretending nothing is wrong If that doesn’t speak for itself about who we’ve left a significant part of my own Haitian heritage. In the aforementioned story, Wedington had to deal In America when an inconvenient truth makes head- this in the hands of, I don’t know what does. So to those who have barely seen just a fraction of the with the grief of losing her son compounded with the lines, Trump yells, “Fake news!” and it appears offi- Running for Exposure won't learn much at these have time to expound on their office. You have until December to decide, that you'd be there. debates, because they are less ideas, as they did at Rev. William Memo to Andrew Yang, you say. Do us all a favor. Decide Memo to Vice-President Biden. debate than guided conversation Barber's Poor People's Congress on Marianne Williamson, Montana now! You're better than your act, better with interruptions and outbursts. June 17, or at Rev. Jesse Jackson's Governor Steve Bullock, Miramar, Memo to Beto O'Rourke. Just than your debate performance, bet- What we must know, even at this National Rainbow Coalition FL Mayor Wayne Messam, and a like the South lost the Civil War, ter than your wandering, long- point in July, is that all twenty-four International Convention June 28- few others, what are you running you lost the Senate race in 2018. winded speeches. I know you've candidates aren't running for July 2. Barber's meeting drew nine for, really? You've got ideas – does- Losing a statewide competition is been doing you for a long time, and President. At least half of them are candidates, each who had the n't everybody? But you have about hardly the foundation for a success- the wordy gaffes seem to work for simply running for exposure, and opportunity to give a four-minute as good a chance of being President ful Presidential run. You were a you. Actually, they don't. There's most of the nation is not paying speech and 26 minutes of question- as the proverbial snowball has a nondescript Congressman that nothing wrong with saying you attention. Can you name all 24 can- ing from Rev. Barber. The Rainbow chance of surviving Hades. You've sponsored little legislation, a made a mistake, nothing wrong didates without the use of Google? PUSH gathering drew seven candi- raised a little money, and you've got Democratic sensation mainly with apologizing to Anita Hill, Probably not. I got to 21 before I dates who had about 15 minutes to a skeleton staff. Why not sit home because you came close to toppling which you haven't done yet, nothing had to check. I left out address those assembled. Vice- and write op-eds about your good the odious Senator Cruz. But what wrong with talking about busing Massachusetts Congressman Seth President Biden, Senator Elizabeth ideas? Somebody will publish do you stand for other than white unapologetically. If you don't get Moulton, former Alaska Senator Warren, and Mayors Bill Di Blasio them. male exuberance, jumping up on your act together, Elizabeth Warren Mike Gravel, and Montana by Julianne Malveaux and Pete Buttigieg had press con- Memo to California tables with the wild hand gestures? and Kamala Harris are going to Governor Steve Bullock. They've Twenty-four people are running ferences with Rev. Jackson. Congressman Eric Swalwell – age Run for Senate in Texas again. make mincemeat out of you. made quite an impression! Running for the Democratic nomination for Senators Harris and Booker did not baiting is neither thoughtful nor Maybe you'd win and really make a It's only July, seven long months for exposure is a costly venture and President of the United States. attend Rev. Jackson’s meeting, cute. It's fine to tell Vice-President difference! before the February 3, 2020, Iowa a Constitutionally guaranteed right. From where I sit, at least half of although Harris did get to Rev. Joe Biden to "pass the torch" once, Memo to Julian Castro. Don't caucuses. Only July, eight months I'm not so sure it's a good idea, at them are only running for exposure, Barber’s and pledged to support a but to say it more than once seems patronize your own community by before the delegate-rich Super least where some of these candi- for the Vice-Presidential nod, for debate dedicated to poverty issues. like badgering and makes you look speaking Spanish poorly. I think Tuesday, March 3, 2020, when at dates are concerned. Cabinet secretary, to push a plat- With a crowded field and calendar, like a junior high school heckler. Latino people care more about your least 15 states, including Texas and Julianne Malveaux is an author form, or to simply be seen. Their it is clear that everybody can’t be Biden should have come back at policy positions than your Spanish California, will hold primaries, and and economist. Her latest project ambitions have made the process everywhere, but I’d like the two you for hedging your bets. You told language ability. Good move in 1321 Democratic delegates will be MALVEAUX! On UDCTV is avail- turgid and impractical, often amus- African American Senators to the San Francisco Chronicle that, going after Beto O'Rourke in the up for grabs. It's the beginning of able on youtube.com. ing and only sometimes illuminat- explain why they snubbed Rev while you are running for President, debates on immigration issues. July, and by month's end, there will For booking, wholesale inquiries ing. Jackson, a leader who provided the you haven't closed the door on Wrong move in missing the Poor be yet another debate with 20 peo- or for more info visit www.julian- The candidates do best when they very foundation for them to run for keeping your congressional seat. People's Congress after confirming ple on the stage in two clumps. We nemalveaux.com How Hard is the Concept of Equal Pay to Understand? the fourth U.S. Women World Cup to succeed on the field. song and the anthem, and what we for equal rights, waging a fight that Let us all pay tribute to the skill, championship, the U.S. team was They would be playing for their were founded on, I think I’m would benefit their successors if the courage and the grit of these waging a battle — in the court of country, for themselves, but also extremely American.” not them. remarkable young women. They public opinion and the courts of for all those who will come after She surely got that right. She also As Alex Morgan, one of the won the cup, even as they waged law — for equal treatment in them. had the unified support of her team’s biggest stars stated, “My the fight for justice. They have wages, working conditions and One of their leaders — Megan teammates, who praised her as a hope is that we have equality with- inspired an entire generation of investment in the women’s game. Rapinoe — won the “golden boot” “warrior” on and off the field, call- in football in my career, but I think youngsters who watched their epic And if there is any justice or com- as the top scorer in the World Cup, ing it a privilege to be her team- ultimately it would be good in my play on the field. They have earned mon sense in the team’s employer, as well as the Most Valuable Player mate. lifetime. Even if I don’t reap the the respect of their peers across the U.S. Soccer, they will be as victori- Award. She accomplished this even As Christen Press put it, “It’s benefits, my hope is that the next world. ous in the quest for equal pay as while expressing her own values. been beautiful to see her fearless- generation’s sole focus is what it’s Remarkably, the Dutch team they were in their quest for the Trump criticized her for deciding ness as we get to the highest level meant to be: And that is to play posted its own tribute video to the World Cup. not to sing the national anthem. She and the highest stages, that she football.” American women before the final by Jesse jackson These are truly American cham- announced that she wasn’t interest- doesn’t back away, she doesn’t shy, On Wednesday, the champions game, stating, “You showed us As the exhausted and thrilled pions. It took immense courage — ed in going to the White House. but the opposite: She gets even big- will be celebrated with a classic where dedication and ambition can U.S. women’s soccer team cele- and no small amount of moxie — Her lavender hair symbolized her ger.” Manhattan tickertape parade bring you.” brated its victory in the finals of the to file a class-action lawsuit — celebration of LGBTQ rights. As did the entire U.S. women’s through the “canyon of heroes” on Inspired by the Americans, the 2019 Women’s World Cup, the joined by all 28 members of the She naturally became a target of team. Inspired by the example set Broadway. The cheers will be deaf- level of play is rising across Europe cheers of the crowd in the Stade of team — alleging gender discrimi- some on the right. She dismissed by Billie Jean King and Venus ening; confetti will fill the air. and across the world. And now we Lyon soon turned into a chant: nation by their employer only 93 charges that she was unAmerican: Williams in women’s tennis, they Lavender hairdos will be seen must all support them to ensure that “Equal Pay, Equal Pay, Equal Pay.” days before their opening match in “I’m particularly uniquely and very took on their employers, criticized throughout the crowd. And once they gain justice at home even as Even as they fought their way to the World Cup. This only added deeply American. If we want to talk FIFA for its unequal treatment of more the chant will begin: “equal they have gained victory abroad. immensely to the pressure on them about the ideals we stand for, the the women’s game, and stood up pay, equal pay, equal pay.”

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ATLANTA, Ga. (July 9, 2019) – There was All votes are submitted by head coaches plenty of news as the Southern Intercollegiate and sports information directors. Athletic Conference kicked off 2019 preseason ™ black college football events at its annual Media PRESEASON PICKS EASTERN DIVISION WESTERN DIVISION Day held for the third straight year here at the 1) Albany State (3) 1) Miles (2) downtown College Football Hall of Fame. 2) Benedict (2) 2) Tuskegee (2) In his opening remarks, SIAC Commis- 3) Morehouse (1) 3) Central State (3) sioner Greg Moore, in addition to touting the 4) Fort Valley State 4) Lane 5) Clark Atlanta 5) Kentucky State league's outstanding attendance record and 6) Savannah State deals with Nike and FloSports, reported that the  ¿UVWSODFHYRWHVLQSDUHQWKHVLV SIAC Graphic league's Council of Presidents had unanimously Dunn Stephens SIAC IN THE HALL: Video approved Edward Waters College to join the 2019 SIAC FOOTBALL PRESEASON TEAM FOOTBALL FIRST TEAM - OFFENSE Board outside College Foot- conference. EWC begins a three-year probation- He also earned one SIAC Defensive Player of IN THE ball Hall of Fame shows OL - Martesse Patterson, Sr., TUS; Jean Cyriaque, Sr., ary process this year mandated by the NCAA to WKH:HHNDZDUG6WHSKHQVEHFDPHWKHÀUVWHYHU MHC; Darrius Hicks, Jr., FVSU; Aaron Scroggins, Jr., MC; Tuskegee image as confer- move from NAIA to NCAA Div. II status. player from Miles to be named to the American Rochelin Romain, Sr., TUS; TE - Robert Corbin, Jr., Jr., AIR ence meets inside. CSU; WR - Leonard Tyree, RS., MC; Kevin Greenhow, Seven SIAC teams are on Edward Waters Football Coaches Association (AFCA) Division Sr., CSU; RB - Santo Dunn, Jr., MHC; Terraris Saffold, Sr., SIAC KICKS OFF PRESEASON FOOTBALL; schedule this year. II All-American Team and was the only SIAC CSU; QB - Michael Sims, Jr., MHC That news coupled with Savannah State's selection in the 2018 D2CCA All-Super Region DEFENSE CIAA QB STARS AGAIN IN INDOOR LEAGUE DL - Deonte Jackson, Sr., ALB; Brayce McKinzie, Jr., re-joining the conference after a brief stay in the 2 Football Team. LANE; Chris Roberts, Jr., KSU; Breante Glover, So., Mid Eastern Athletic Conference were among In the East Division, Albany State is antici- CAU: LB - Kailen Abrams, Jr., CSU; Austin Stephens, Sr., the biggest developments. pated to capture the Eastern Division Champion- MILES; Davoris Thomas, Sr., TUS; DB - Camron Young, Sr., FVSU; Robert Cummings, Sr., BEN; Rorrick Steward, UNDER THE BANNER Additionally, three new coaches made their VKLSWLWOHDVWKH\KDGWKUHHÀUVWSODFHYRWHV:LWK RJr., TUS; Traviountae Brown, Sr., BEN; PK/P - Gabriel debuts - Clark Atlanta's Tim Bowens, Ken- WZRÀUVWSODFHYRWHVBenedict was voted ahead Ballinas, Jr., ALB; PR - Lorenzo Smothers, Jr., FVSU; KR - Anthony Evelyn, So., LANE WHAT'S GOING ON IN AND AROUND BLACK COLLEGE SPORTS tucky State's Charlie Jackson and Savannah of Morehouse ZKR KDG RQH ÀUVW SODFH YRWH State's Shawn Quinn. Fort Valley StateZDVSLFNHGWRÀQLVKIRXUWKDV SECOND TEAM - OFFENSE NICKELBERRY MOVES TO LSU: Junior running back Santo Dunn of More- Clark Atlanta and newest member, Savannah OL - Lee Humphrey, Sr., MHC; Raekwon Bethea, Sr., house College was named the SIAC Preseason State, round out the eastern division. ALB; Paul Coleman, So., CAU; Christian Taylor, Jr., BEN; BATON ROUGE – LSU men's basketball coach Will Eliezer Hernandez, Jr., KSU; TE - Montavious Tinch, Offensive Player of the Year along with senior In the West Division, defending SIAC Wade announced on Tuesday that Sr., MILES; WR - Tremell Gooden, Sr., MHC; Johnathan linebacker Austin Stephens of Miles College Champions, Miles, is anticipated to top the west Sanders, Jr., CAU; RB - Tracy Scott, Sr., ALB; McKinley former 10-year (2010-2019) How- who was selected as Preseason Defensive Player DIWHUUHFHLYLQJWZRÀUVWSODFHYRWHVDQGOHDGLQJ Habersham, Sr., ALB; QB - Daniel Smith, Sr., MILES ard head coach Kevin Nickelber- DEFENSE of the Year. WKHSROOIRUWKHÀUVWWLPHVLQFHTuskegee DL - William Callaway, Jr., MHC; Jaylun Thomas, Sr., ry will join the men's basketball Dunn, a junior running back, was picked ZDVSLFNHGWRÀQLVKVHFRQGZLWKWZRÀUVWSODFH MILES; Rashaad Miller, Sr., BEN; Shaun McGee, Sr., staff as an Assistant to the Head as last season’s SIAC Offensive Player of the votes leading Central StateZLWKWKUHHÀUVWSODFH TUS; LB - Julien Turner, Sr., MHC; Amari Andrews, Sr., BEN; Edward Nelson, Sr., MHC; DB - Dedrick Vanover, Jr., Coach. Year and returns for his third year with the Ma- votes. Lane and Kentucky State round out the MHC; Kendrell Waler, RJr., MILES; The contract is subject to the roon Tigers. The Miami, FL native led the SIAC western division. approval of the LSU Board of Su- in rushing yards (875), scoring (8.4 points per Nickelberry pervisors at a future meeting date. game), and touchdowns with 14. Dunn also Nickelberry has also previously served as the head ranked nationally in rushing yards at No. 38, coach at Hampton (2006-09) and the Columbia Union tied for No. 25 in scoring and No. 17 in total touchdowns. women's team (1991-94). He also served as an assistant Stephens, a senior linebacker, was picked coach at Howard, Monmouth, Holy Cross, Charlotte and as last season's Defensive Player of the Year Clemson before being named head coach at Hampton. and returns for his fourth year with the Golden  +LV+RZDUGVTXDGEHFDPHWKHÀUVWWHDPVLQFH Bears. The Munford, Ala. native led the SIAC 1992 to advance to postseason play, earning a spot in the in total tackles (120), which is currently tied for &ROOHJH%DVNHWEDOO,QYLWDWLRQDOÀHOG+LVWHDPVDW+RZDUG seventh in Division II. Stephens had 14.5 tack- EAST PICKS: Albany State with (l. to r.) de- WEST PICKS: (L. to r.) Miles with lineback- recorded GPAs of at least 3.0 in eight of his seasons at les for loss, one sack, an interception and a fum- fensive back Jalen Bush, head coach Gabe er Austin Stephens, head coach Reginald Howard. ble he recovered and returned for a touchdown. Gardinia and linebacker Antonio Leroy Jr. 5XI¿QDQGZLGHUHFHLYHU/HRQDUG7\UHH "We are very happy to have Kevin Nickelberry join our basketball staff here at LSU," said Wade. "I have been friends with him for some 15 years and know that he will Former ECSU QB Neal named IFL MVP be a tremendous mentor and resource for our players with his years of college basketball experience." There appears to be a CIAA yards and 59 touchdowns against KLV ÀUVW VHDVRQ ZLWK WKH WHDP OHG pipeline to the Indoor Football just three interceptions. His 59 WKH%DUQVWRUPHUVWRWKHLUÀUVWHYHU NGEVE, McLEAN NAMED CIAA WOY: League's Iowa Barnstormers. touchdown passes were the most United Bowl (IFL Championship) Charlotte, NC (July 8th, 2019) - Christine Ngeve of The IFL announced the 2019 in the IFL while his 2,642 pass- enroute to wining the award as the Shaw and Teeya McLean from Fayetteville State have Most Valuable Player and Coach of ing yards were second most. Neal league's top player. been selected by the Central Intercollegiate Athletic the Year Awards Friday and former found his way into the IFL record  ,W V GHÀQLWHO\ LQVSLULQJ VHH- Association (CIAA) and its Senior Woman Administra- Elizabeth City State and CIAA books as his 71 percent comple- ing another player you used to play standout Daquan Neal was named tion percentage was third-most all- against succeed," said Neal in an tors (SWA) Association sub-committee as the 2019 CIAA DAQUAN NEAL: At Elizabeth City Women of the Year. the league's top player. time. A threat running the ball, Neal State (l.) and with the Iowa Barn- interview with whotv.com in Des Ngeve and McLean will both represent the confer-  ,Q KLV ÀUVW VHDVRQ DW TXDUWHU- rushed for 649 yards and 24 touch- stormers (r.). Moines. The former CIAA offen- back for the Barnstormers, Neal led downs. Neal's 24 rushing touch- ence as considerations for the 2019 NCAA Woman of the sive player of the year while play- the IFL in passing touchdowns and downs ranked second in the league. spent three years playing with the ing quarterback for the Blue Bears, Year Award, which accepts two honorees if at least one of helped Iowa advance to the United Neal was named IFL Offensive ECSU Vikings including games Powell moved on to the Canadian the student-athletes is a woman of color or international Conference Championship for a Player of the Week three times dur- against former Livingstone prod- Football League, Arena Football student-athlete. third consecutive season. ing the season and was named as uct and IFL 2018 MVP Drew Pow- League and eventually the Arizona Ngeve, a Greensboro, NC native, was a Psychology  1HDOÀQLVKHGKLVVHDVRQFRP- the First Team All-IFL QB. ell. Rattlers of the IFL. major with a minor in Social Work pleting 225 of 317 passes for 2,642 During his college days, Neal Last season, Powell, also in at Shaw making the Dean's List all four years and graduating Summa Cum Laude with a 3.76 grade point average. She is an active member BCSP Notes in her community, spending time as a volunteer for several organiza- MEAC announces 2019 2019 SCHEDULE tions - including One Step Further ESPN football TV schedule SUNDAY, SEPT. 1 · 3 p.m. and The Passage Home - while NORFOLK, Va.,—The Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) Bethune-Cookman vs. Jackson State (MEAC/SWAC Challenge) - Live on ESPN2 Ngeve also serving as a Crisis Text Line has announced its ESPN football package for the 2019 season, which THURSDAY, SEPT. 26 · 7:30 p.m. Counselor. features nine regular-season match-ups on ESPN2, ESPNU, ESPNEWS, Delaware State at North Carolina A&T State - Live on ESPNU Ngeve also served in various leadership roles on ESPN3 and one postseason appearance on ABC. The nationally-televised SATURDAY, OCT. 5 · 4 p.m. campus at Shaw, including Vice President of the Student- games are a part of the MEAC’s ongoing partnership with ESPN. Morgan State at Bethune-Cookman - Live on ESPN3 /Delay ESPNU, 10:30 p.m. The 15th annual MEAC/SWAC Football Challenge kicks off the Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC), Chief of Staff for THURSDAY, OCT. 10 · 6 p.m. ÀUVWIXOOZHHNRIWKHVHDVRQIHDWXULQJBethune-Cookman against the organization Queen in You, Secretary/Peer Mentor for Bethune-Cookman at North Carolina Central - Live on ESPNU Jackson State of the SWAC, which will be televised live on ESPN2 at 3 SATURDAY, OCT. 12 · TBA R.I.S.E. against Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence, p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 1. Bethune-Cookman will play in the classic for the MEAC Wildcard #1 - Live on ESPN3/Televised later on ESPNU at 10:30 p.m. and Secretary/Chaplain for her chapter of Delta Sigma fourth time in program history, while Jackson State will make its second SATURDAY, NOV. 2 · 1 p.m. Theta, Inc. A three-sport athlete during her time at Shaw, DSSHDUDQFH/DVWVHDVRQWKHFRQWHVWPRYHGWRDQHXWUDOVLWHIRUWKHÀUVW Ngeve was a two-time CIAA champion in volleyball and time since 2015,, as it is now being played in Atlanta, Ga. at Pete Petit North Carolina Central at Howard - Live on ESPN3/Delay on ESPNU at 10:30 p.m. an All-Rookie selection in softball while also competing Field at Georgia State University Stadium. SATURDAY, NOV. 16 · TBA LQWUDFN ÀHOGIRUWKH%HDUV The ESPN3/ESPNU slate kicks off on Thursday, Sept. 26 as Dela- MEAC Wildcard #2 - Live on ESPN3/Televised later on ESPNU at 10:30 p.m. McLean, a native of Tacoma, WA, graduated Summa ware State travels to Greensboro, N.C. to face the defending MEAC and SATURDAY, NOV. 23 · 1 p.m. Cum Laude this past May with a Celebration Bowl champion, North Carolina A&T State, at 7:30 p.m. N. C. Central at N. C. A&T State - Live on ESPN3/Delay on ESPNU at 10:30 p.m. degree in Psychology and a minor One week later, Morgan State will travel to Daytona Beach, Fla. SATURDAY, NOV. 23 · 3:30 p.m. in Criminal Justice. Carrying a to face Bethune-Cookman at 4 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 5. That game will Florida A&M vs. Bethune-Cookman - Live on ESPNEWS stream live on ESPN3 and be televised that evening on ESPNU. 3.80 grade point average, she was SATURDAY, DEC. 21 · 12 p.m. The second Thursday night contest of the season will air on Oct. 10, a three-time member of the Chan- MEAC Champ vs. SWAC Champ (Celebration Bowl) - Live on ABC as Bethune-Cookman travels to North Carolina Central for a showdown All games scheduled to be televised later are subjected to change. cellor's list and was inducted into which will air live on ESPNU at 6 p.m. the Chi Alpha Sigma Honor So- The MEAC returns to the airwaves in the month of November with Tennessee State athletics partners ciety. In her community, McLean four contests, headlined by North Carolina Central at Howard on Sat- spends time volunteering for the urday, Nov. 2 at 1 p.m., live on ESPN3 and rebroadcast that evening on with Nike and BSN Sports McLean Red Cross, serving as a counselor ESPNU. NASHVILLE--- The Tennessee State University Department of Athletics has announced a new multi-year agreement with Nike through at volleyball camps, and mentoring youth at Westarea El- The Aggie-Eagle Classic featuring North Carolina Central and North BSN SPORTS beginning with the 2019-20 season. ementary and Pine Forest and E.E. Smith High School. Carolina A&T State will be played on Saturday, Nov. 23 at 1 p.m., live on "I am very pleased to have TSU Athletics in a new partnership with Athletically, the two-sport standout was named to the ESPN3 and rebroadcast later that evening on ESPNU. The annual Florida Blue Florida Classic featuring Bethune-Cookman BSN/Nike for the provider of equipment and apparel for our sport pro- CIAA All-Conference Team as a middle hitter and Fay- grams," said Director of Athletics Teresa Phillips. "We had enjoyed a etteville State's Most Valuable Player in 2018 and was and Florida A&M will be played at the Camping World Stadium in Or- lando, Fla on Nov. 23. The classic will air live at 3:30 p.m. on ESPNEWS. good relationship for a decade with another major player in sport apparel also a member of the Broncos bowling team that went Two wildcard contests have been secured by the MEAC, one in Octo- and simply sought to discover what brand would be best for our student- LQWKH&,$$GXULQJWKHUHJXODUVHDVRQÀQLVKLQJZLWK ber and one in November, featuring teams in contention for the conference athletes moving forward. We feel that the Nike brand will bring a superior DRYHUDOOUHFRUGDQGDUXQQHUXSÀQLVKDWWKH&,$$ WLWOH7KHÀUVWZLOGFDUGFRQWHVWZLOOWDNHSODFHRQ2FWIROORZHGE\WKH branding opportunity for our programs and the university community at Championship. second game on Nov. 16. Both games will stream live on ESPN3 and be large. Our entire staff is working feverishly to get our teams ready to rep- Ngeve and McLean now move on to the next phase televised that evening on ESPNU. resent the swoosh this fall. We can’t wait for our alumni and supporters to as the NCAA Woman of the Year selection committee will  7KHÀIWKDQQXDOCelebration Bowl wraps up the season as the MEAC be a part of this awesome new look." identify the Top 30. The Committee on Women's Athletics champion will square off against the SWAC champion on Saturday, Dec.  7KHDJUHHPHQWEHWZHHQ768DQG%61632576LVIRUÀYH\HDUV DQGPDNHV1LNHWKHRIÀFLDODWKOHWLFDSSDUHOIRRWZHDUDFFHVVRU\DQG ZLOOVHOHFWWKHZLQQHUIURPQLQHÀQDOLVWV 21 in Atlanta, Ga. at Mercedes Benz Stadium. The contest will air live on ABC at 12 p.m. equipment brand for all 15 Big Blue programs. Page 6 - Ms. Perry’s Free Press July 11 - 17, 2019

Iyanla Vanzant - Acts of Faith Tour Gathering of Daughters Summerville Baptist Church On Friday, August 2nd at 8 p.m. at the Florida Theatre, 128 E Forsyth, it’s Iyanla Vanzant, “Acts of Faith Remix Tour.” Vanzant is a beloved life coach Women’s Retreat Weekend Presents A Taste of Summerville to millions, host of the Emmy-Award winning show Fix My Life, author of Guarding Our Destinies presents, “Gathering of Daughters” weekend Summerville Baptist Church presents, “A Taste of Summerville,” on best-selling books and celebrated spiritual leader and motivational speaker. women’s retreat is scheduled for August 23rd - 25th at the Marywood Saturday, September 14th at 10 a.m. Come taste some of Summerville’s For tickets and more info visit www.floridatheatre.com. Retreat Center, 235 Marywood Drive, Fruit Cove, Fl. Every woman has an member’s cuisine! On Sunday, September 15th attend Unity Day during the inheritance; one that was stored up for before she was formed. Come be 11 a.m. worship service., a time for fellowship for new members and called, chosen and empowered! Guest speaker is personal chef and nutri- friends. For more info visit www.summervillembc.org Northside Church of Christ tional instructor Nina Bryant. For tickets visit www.eventbrite.com. Transformational Conference Calvary Bible Chapel Family Fun Day The Northside Church of Christ and the Jacksonville Area Congregations Greater Missionary Baptist Calvary Bible Chapel, 4900 Moncrief Rd, presents their “Community and are hosting a transformational event designed to aid Christians from across Family Fun Day,” scheduled for Saturday, July 13th at 11 a.m. Enjoy fam- the state in “Bridging the Gap - Life Lessons from I Timothy, II Timothy Summer Church Events ily fun, free food and great prizes! For a ride and info call (904) 431-7855. & Titus.” This prolific event will equip Christians with powerful tools to Greater Missionary Baptist Church located at 5730 Sawyer Avenue under help them strengthen their lives and the kingdom, August 4th - 8th. the leadership of pastor J.C. Green, presents Family and Friends Day on Featured speakers include: Alvin Daniels, Jr., Joe Tucker, Wesley Leonard, July 21st. On July 28th it’s the Sunday schools anniversary and another Church of God Vacation Bible School Leroy Butler, Mr. Marcus Watkins and Xerxes Snell. The event agenda Youth Sunday! Also note the Baker & Barney Foundation of Greater Vacation Bible School at Church of God Sanctuary of Praise, 5755 Soutel includes engaging sessions, inspirational messages, panel discussions, Missionary Clothing Ministry with free clothing giveaway every Saturday, Dr., July 22nd - 26th, 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. Agenda includes: bible classes, arts interactive activities, social activities and sessions for youth and young 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at 1781 Helena Street. and crafts and bible story sessions, music and fellowship! For more info adults and more! To register visit www.floridalectureship.com. For more info call (904) 768-2725. contact Jannie Lane at (904) 608-9528.

- - - SPIRITUALLY SPEAKING WITH JAMES WASHINGTON - -- -- Declining Church Attendance Causing Pastoral Depression, Global United Fellowship is Pushing Back

Did you Insult or Exalt God Today? by Leo Blair, CP everything that’s big is not mature. “One of the reasons why the fel- daily, if not hourly basis, if walk- I’m sure you, like me, under- When the annual gathering of the And everything that’s grown is not lowship has grown so rapidly is for ing the walk of faith is of issue stand the words. This is not con- Global United Fellowship kicks off fully developed. You could be big this very reason. A lot of them see with you. fusing. Rather, it is as simple as at the Atlantis Resort in the and unhealthy, you could be small- me as a pastor’s pastor. And many For the record, I’m not talking faith itself. Belief in God is a verb. Bahamas this week, a big discus- er and more healthy. … We’ve got of them over the years have not about go to church on Sunday faith That’s my feeling. Forget what sion on what makes a healthy to make sure more and more pastors really had a pastor. They’ve been walking. I’m talking about the can people say. Let’s take a look at church is expected to ensue. aren’t becoming depressed because pastoring without a pastor. They’ve anyone see Jesus in me kind of what they do. And for the fellowship’s leader, they are seeing a decline,” said not been accountable to anybody. walking. From a divine perspective, let’s Presiding Bishop Neil C. Ellis, Ellis, who is an author and leader of There’s nobody holding their feet to From a spiritual perspective, I take a look at their hearts. When there will be some focus on how Mount Tabor Union Baptist Church the fire. And so as these guys believe we’re all God has here on you pray, after all, isn’t that where declining church attendance has in the Bahamas, where GUF is mature and become older and wiser earth. I mean you and me, we’re it! God is? been causing mental turmoil for headquartered. in the things of God, they are begin- Through us, the life and death and The habit I’m trying to establish members worldwide. Launched in October 2013 under ning to recognize that they can’t life of Jesus Christ will be fulfilled is to ask myself the question of “First of all, we have to protect the Ellis’ leadership, the GUF has make it on their own,” Ellis so to speak. The goal is to meet up works during the day when I have emotions of our church leaders. grown from a group of 41 to more explained. with J.C. in heaven. We, who call a chance to make a difference, There has been a global decline in than 1,400 churches in 42 countries The GUF’s five-pronged mandate ourselves Christian, have a rather than at night when it’s too church attendance in the last five to today. And the rise of the organiza- to unite churches; equip leaders; At the end of the day, any day, I covenant to keep. It involves a late. It’s a chilling thought or seven years. And so a lot of pastors tion, which has attracted high pro- enhance marriages; resurrect the sometimes wonder do many of us whole hell of a lot more than going should I say a burning thought to now are becoming depressed file American preachers such as discipline of prayer and build reflect on what we could have done to church on Sunday morning. realize while in prayer you ain’t because their numbers are smaller,” New Birth Missionary Baptist covenant relationships among to support a theory, a hypothesis, a I know I’m preaching to the so- got a leg to stand on. Ellis said. Church’s Jamal Bryant, is being church leaders was strategically professed belief that one is a man called choir, but when the lights go A certain fear factor comes into “One of the things we have to get driven in part because of the leader- developed to respond to the evolv- or woman of God. out at night, I should know play when you think through all of them to look at when we talk about ship Ellis provides as a pastor’s ing needs of pastors in a culture that I’m talking about serious reflec- whether or not I have accom- the things God could do to so a healthy church is size because pastor. is rapidly introducing new chal- tion that requires a definitive yes or plished anything that resembles undeserving a person as you. Yet lenges. no to the question, “Was this a service to God. Or, have I merely He still showers us with bless- PASTORAL VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT Increasingly, explains Ellis, covenant relationships among pas- good day for me in the eyes of the gone through the motions of life on ings…food…health…shelter…pe St. Joseph Missionary Baptist Church of Jacksonville, Florida is seek- Lord?” automatic pilot? ople who love us…friends…fami- tors is increasingly proving to be an ing a fulltime pastor, called by God who will be a spiritual leader of the important ingredient in helping At times, speaking only for me, That’s what I’m referring to ly…life. congregation. The qualified candidate will be responsible to God and it’s not until I’m face down in when I speak of being face down in I’m reminded of (Isaiah 6:8.) them stay healthy. the congregation to proclaim the gospel of Jesus Christ, to teach the “There are a lot of pastors in min- prayer that I realize just how prayer to the Almighty, after one of “Also I heard the voice of the Lord, Bible, to provide Christian leadership in all areas of the church and to insulting I must have been to God ‘dem’ days that I was barely able to saying: ‘Whom shall I send and istry who are very lonely people. engage in pastoral care for the congregation. All interested and quali- They might be doing a good work, on that day. I mean petty, pride- get through. The thank-yous and who will go for us.’ Then I said, fied candidates must submit an initial candidate package consisting of filled, maybe even condescending the praise for being protected on ‘Here am I! Send me.’” they might be pastoring a great the following: church, but they are lonely. And so are good examples of how I might that day should flow like a rushing Some of us don’t need the hot · Letter of interest which includes how you became a believer in Jesus have acted on that day. river, but I haven’t done anything coal on our lips to know what’s they have a wonderful public image Christ and the reason you would like to become the pastor of SJMBC. and a detrimental private life. The thought of being an active, on that day to deserve God’s bless- expected. Some of us need much · Competed application (a blank application can be emailed to you, giving, loving Christian may never ings. more to get the message. Again, at [They] preach some of the greatest picked up at the church office or at www.stjosephblackbottom.org). sermons and go home and want to have entered into any decision I That’s when this question comes the end of day, recognizing that · Current resume which includes relevant ministry, professional and made or act I performed. to mind and I think I know who’s I’m all God has to work with, I’m die,” Ellis explained. “And that, educational experiences. too, has come as a result of a lot of Unfortunately, it’s only at the end asking it. “What have you done for trying to in all humility let God · Copies of ministerial licenses and ordination certificates of the day do I realize as far as the me lately?” or, “Let your light so know I tried this day and hope it’s pain, a lot of hurt, and a lot of back- · Copies of Degrees stabbing and disappointment that Lord was concerned, this was a shine before men, that they may acceptable to Him. After a while · Five recommendation letters (3 Clergy, 1 layperson and 1 personal) wasted day. Has this ever hap- they’ve had from other relation- see your good works and glorify I’m sure “oops I forgot” even gets Forward information to: pened to you? ships with the clergy. Some who’ve your Father in heaven.” (Matthew old to God. 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The Eve of P.R.I.D.E. Book 7:30 p.m. at The Florida Theatre, Rolling Stones noon - 4 p.m. in the lobby featuring 30th, 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. at 128 E. Forsyth St. For tickets and old school card and board games Kids Hope Alliance offices, 1095 A. Jackie Stage Play Club Meeting more info visit www.floridathe- are Back! with music. This event is FREE and Philip Randolph Blvd., This summer, Broadway star People Reading for Inspiration, atre.com. The Rolling Stones are delighted open to the public. For more info Multipurpose Room KHA 101. Chester Gregory is reprising his Discussion and Enjoyment next to announce the rescheduling of visit www.ritzjacksonville.com. Learn more information about the role as legendary singer Jackie book club meeting is scheduled for Beaches Democratic their ‘No Filter’ tour scheduled for Kids Hope Alliance, as well as Wilson For the debut of ‘The Eve of Saturday, July 13th, at 3 p.m. with Friday, July 19th at 7 p.m. at A Business Plan/What upcoming funding opportunities Jackie.’ The musical runs July 12th host Mamie Davis at Historic Club Meeting Daily’s Place. Mick Jagger, Keith and a chance to meet other local - 14th at 8 p.m. at Theatre Stanton School, 521 Ashley Street. The next Beaches Democratic Richards, Charlie Watts and Ronnie is it and Why do I need youth service providers and speak Jacksonville, 2032 San Marco Book for discussion is Club meeting is scheduled for Wood can’t wait to get back out on One? Workshop with the Directors of each of Kids Blvd.. 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Get your tickets now for comedi- review the structure and working Scholarship Banquet should be in your plan and how to Join JAXUSA Partnership and an Eddie B’s, “I’m Already relationships of the party from the assemble the information you need expert panelists to discuss what is New Kids on The state office to the Democratic cau- Saturday, July 20th, at 6:30 p.m. currently happening in our region Professionally Developed Tour,” attend the 100 Black Men: 2019 using library and other resources, Saturday, July 13th at 7:30 p.m. at cuses and clubs. For more info con- Monday, July 22nd, 5:45 - 7:45 and what we can look forward to in Block with Salt & Pepa tact Joe Burt President, Beaches Bernard V. Gregory Scholarship the world of smart sensor technolo- Pop super-group New Kids On The the Florida Theatre, 128 East Banquet at the Hyatt, 225 East p.m. at Jacksonville Public Library, Forsyth St., Suite 300. For tickets Democratic Club at (703) 628- 600 3rd St, Neptune Beach. gy, autonomous vehicles and more Block “The MixTape Tour” with 1891. Coastline Dr. The 100 Black Men with Nat Ford, Jacksonville guests Salt-N-Pepa, Tiffany, Debbie visit www.floridatheatre.com. of Jacksonville, Inc (J100) provides Eta Phi Beta Sorority Transportation Authority. Tuesday, Gibson and Naughty by Nature, Plan Your Fall awards from our Bernard V. July 30th at 11:30 a.m. at the Hyatt five of the iconic pop and hip-hop HBCU Cookout Gregory Endowed Scholarship Regional Conference Regency, 225 E. Coastline Drive. acts will hit the road together for the Attend Set & Achieves Foundation Vegetable Garden Fund to deserving students. For To RSVP and for more info contact The Southeastern Region of Eta first time ever with a stop at (setting goals to achieve success Planning Your Fall Vegetable tickets and more info visit Rachel Harris at 366-6600 x 7788. Jacksonville Veterans Memorial tomorrow) annual HBCU Cookout, Garden Workshop is scheduled for www.100blackmenjax.org. Phi Beta Sorority will hold its 26th Arena on Friday, July 12th at 7 scheduled for Saturday, July 13th Wednesday, July 17th, from 10 – Biennial Conference in Iyanla Vanzant - Acts p.m. For tickets and more info visit 12 p.m. - 4 p.m. Participate in the 11:30 a.m. at the Duval Extension Ms. Jackie’s Fourth Jacksonville, FL. July 25-28, 2019. www.ticketmaster.com. rib-off competition, kickball tour- Office, 1010 N. McDuff Ave. Come Dr. Diana Greene, Superintendent of Faith Remix Tour nament, bid whist competition, learn about the vegetables and herbs Charity Event of Duval County Public Schools See Iyanla Vanzant on Friday, Dave Koz & Friends food, music, and games for the you can grow in the cool season; Ms. Jackie’s 4th Annual All White will be the Keynote Speaker during August 2nd at 8 p.m. at the Florida Charity Event will take place, their opening ceremony, Friday, Its Dave Koz & Friends Summer kids! Location is Garden City how to prepare your soil and beds; Theatre, 128 E Forsyth. The School Park, 2814 Dunn Avenue. how to develop a planting plan and Saturday, July 20th at 5 p.m. at Joe July 26th at 9 a.m. Public events beloved life coach to millions and Horns featuring Gerald Albright, Carlucci Sisters Creek Park, 8414 include Hubbard House Rick Braun, Kenny Lattimore and For more info email: setfoundation- how to time seed-starting. To regis- host of the Emmy-Award winning [email protected]. ter for this free workshop and more Heritage River Rd. This event will Presentation at 6:30 p.m.; Talent show Fix My Life and the author of Aubrey Logan, Friday, July 12th at raise funds for Ms. Jackie’s charity Extravaganza at 7 p.m.; Saturday 7:30 p.m. at the Florida Theatre, info call (904) 255-7450. the New York Times best-selling EMF Annual Gala work and initiatives. For more info July 27th, Merits and Awards books: Peace From Broken Pieces 128 East Forsyth St., Suite 300. For call (904) 256-1700. Luncheon at 11:30 a.m. The sorori- tickets and more info visit Attend the Edith Marie ONH Fundraiser with and Acts of Faith: Daily ty, is a business and professional Meditations For People of Color. www.floridatheatre.com. 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For tickets helped early in their careers are August 2nd at 8 p.m. at XO reuniting for this event, with some return with their all-new stage Lounge, 3535 Saint Johns Bluff Rd. https://www.petsupermarket.com/events. J. Blige at Daily’s Place this sum- visit www.operationnewhope.org. show. Bringing the elite world of mer, Sunday, July 14th at 8 p.m. coming from as far Germany! To For tickets and more info contact donate and for more info email: kei- hip-hop competition to life and fea- Karen Britt at (904) 728-1287. Let’s Talk Health: With eight multi-platinum albums, Ladies of turing never-before-seen perform- nine Grammy awards, 32 nomina- [email protected]. Cancer Awareness Country, Pop, & Soul ances that will inspire fans of all Shrimp & Suds tions, two Academy Award and ages. 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be part of the movement. share the message, not the virus. KnowYourHIVStatus.com Page 9 - Mrs. Perry’s Free Press July 11 - 17, 2019 Tennis Phenom Cori ‘Coco’ Gauff Reflects on Historic Wimbledon Run Fifteen year old Cori ‘Coco’ Gauff stunned the tennis world with her Wimbledon run that began with her victory over one of her tennis idols, Venus Williams. Since then she has received the praise A-list of celebs, including Beyonce’s mom Tina Lawson, Jaden Smith and Michelle Obama. Gauff’s historic Wimbledon con- cluded on “Manic Monday,” and she’s just as surprised as everyone that she has become a star of the All England Club and an overnight sen- sation. “This has all happened as a sur- prise,” Gauff said on “Good When Shaft Morning America.” “I came into Cori Gauff the tournament as a wild card into Currently backed by New because I’m still trying to develop qualifying, and then to end up play- Balance, Head and pasta maker my game and I’m still trying to ing the No. 1 seed in qualifying, Barilla, phones have been “ringing train,” Gauff said. “I feel like I Ruled Hollywood and then once I got through qualify- off the hook” at her management would obviously play more than the ing, playing my idol first round, this company Team 8, per msn.com. rules state, but I think I wouldn’t try With the release of acclaimed and Former Life magazine photogra- days, holed up in an MGM record- tournament has really been a roller But her agent Tony Godsick says to overdo it because I’m still 15.” box office successes such as Black pher Gordon Parks directed the ing studio with the Bar-Kays and coaster.” they won’t be rushing into deals. Gauff was ranked No. 313 in the Panther, The Butler, Fruitvale film. His gritty pictorials of rowdy the Memphis Strings & Horns, She became the youngest player “A lot of the sponsor inquiries are world going into Wimbledon. Her Station, 12 Years a Slave and The Harlem street gangs and roguish brother Hayes created a funky tem- to ever qualify for Wimbledon and from companies that want to be part ranking is now expected to move Best Man, Hollywood has been Chicago detectives proved he had plate that later inspired the soulful defeated 39-year-old Venus in the of this quick success and we are inside the top 150. kind to Black films as well as film- the keen eye to convey the hard musings of Curtis Mayfield (Super first round. After beating Williams, only looking for long-term part- “I think the most I’m going to makers of color. While these cine- rock dynamics of the main charac- Fly), Marvin Gaye (Trouble Man), Coco beat Magdaléna Rybáriková ners,” Godsick, who founded Team remember is the crowd here,” Cori matic feats are celebrated in both ter. As the Negro link between John James Brown (Black Caesar) and to reach the third round, where she 8 with longtime client Roger said of her Wimbledon run. “Ever mainstream and “urban” media, one Cassavetes and Martin Scorsese, Willie Hutch (The Mack). After faced Polona Hercog of Slovenia. Federer, told CNN. since the first match they’ve been cant help but remember the film Parks used the romantic decay of Shaft, Black film soundtracks Because of her age, Gauff is only “There definitely will be an supporting me, even when I was renaissance during the blaxploita- ’70s New York City as the perfect would never be the same. allowed to play a limited number of emphasis on quality as opposed to down those match points they were tion 1970s. character, not merely a backdrop. The following year, at the 1972 pro tournaments. In the meantime, quantity.” supporting me, and even after I lost Although in retrospect, the films Based on a 1970 novel written by Academy Awards, Isaac Hayes her team is fielding calls from “Even if the restrictions weren’t my match they were clapping for are often considered B-movie shoot (White) former newspaperman won an Oscar for Best Soundtrack, brands anxious to partner with the there, I still think I wouldn’t play as me.” ’em ups without much artistry, at turned pulp novelist turned screen- making him the first Black musi- tennis sensation. much as the older players do, just the time Black Caesar, Super Fly, writer Ernest Tidyman, the scribe cian to do so. Coincidentally, the Coffy, The Mack, Trouble Man, also scripted the film. Along with same night Hayes accepted his Friday Foster and others were the the paperback release of his detec- Academy Award for best song, Ebony and Jet Fire Remainder of Staff, May Close main sources of post-civil rights tive debut Shaft, the Cleveland, Tidyman also won a gold statue for Ebony Magazine — along with and haven’t received their final The Chicago Tribune previously revenge fantasies of “stickin’ it to Ohio native also co-wrote the The French Connection screenplay. its sister publication Jet — has paychecks in the latest controver- reported how Ebony was being the man” that flickered on the screenplay for The French However, in Shaft’s 42-year his- potentially closed its doors for sy to hit the struggling publication pressed by the National Writers screen every weekend. Connection released that same year tory as an iconic movie, most fans good. that has chronicled black life in Union to pay more than $200,000 Yet while Melvin Van Peebles’s (October 9, 1971). of the film know little about its fol- Former employees of the com- America for decades. it alleged the magazine owed to X-rated, bugged-out Black art film The film version of Shaft also low up sequels. Between 1971 and pany took to Twitter last week Michael Gibson, co-chairman freelance writers who contributed Sweet Sweetback’s Baadasssss featured the perfect theme song 1975, author Tidyman wrote seven using the hashtag #EbonyOwes to and founder of Austin, Texas- stories back in 2017. Song often gets credit for kick-start- constructed by Stax Records com- Shaft novels with titles including air out their frustrations with the based Clear View Group, which According to a report on ing the blaxploitation genre in poser Isaac Hayes, whose some- Shaft Among the Jews (1972) and company, as it has fired all of its owns Ebony, declined to comment Ebony.com, the magazine’s previ- 1970, for me it was “the bad moth- times naughty lyrics served as an Shaft Has a Ball (1973). They were employees with little to no notice. to USA Today on the digital ous owner, Johnson Publishing er…” Shaft a year later (released introduction to the character not turned into films because the According to USA Today, team’s dismissal, citing a “policy Co., filed for bankruptcy liquida- July 2, 1971) that served as the real (described as “the Black private author felt his character had been members of Ebony magazine’s of not commenting on any tion in April, which Ebony said inspiration for the Black films that dick that’s a sex machine to all the turned into a Black power emblem digital team say they’ve been fired employment practices or issues.” would not affect its operations. Hollywood produced over those chicks”). Even before most of us instead of its intended detective. next few years. saw the film, Hayes’s soul-induced Though director John Singleton Three years after the assassina- pop song—with its hypnotic hi-hat remade the film decades later tion of Martin Luther King, the intro and wah-wah guitar through- (which featured cameos from both character John Shaft became a cin- out—was musical magic. Gordon Parks and Richard ematic symbol of Black power. A funky overture that baptized Roundtree) and most recently YOU AND A GUEST ARE INVITED TO Played with mighty swagger by Black America with the nectar of Antoine Fuqua introducing a third A SPECIAL ADVANCE SCREENING then-newcomer Richard Roundtree, muddy waters Memphis, “Theme generation, the spirit of Shaft is still Shaft was a Harlem-loving private from Shaft” was played on radio strong. Whether seen through detective hired by local mob boss stations across the world, going #1 Tidyman’s pen or Gordon Parks’ Bumpy Jonas (Moses Gunn) to on both the pop and R&B charts. lens, Shaft still has an influence on locate his missing daughter. Yet in a record-breaking four popular culture.

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Rev. Adam Jefferson Richardson, Jr. Rickey Smiley to Take Over Selected to Serve as AME Senior Bishop the Tom Joyner Morning Show tion occupies a key role in Benin (14th District), the Republic the polity and practice of of South Africa (19th District), Smiley, who attended Alabama only has he been a friend to my the AME Church. While a Virginia, North Carolina, State University, also announced family and me over the years, but Senior Bishop has existed Maryland and Washington, DC that Eva Marcille and Gary Wit Da we consider him family. Tom’s since the incorporation of (2nd District) and currently Tea would be among the on-air cast mentorship has instilled in me valu- the church as a denomina- Florida and the Bahamas Islands members joining him to broadcast able wisdom that I will carry with tion in 1816, the first for- (11th District). Within he has out of the Dallas studios beginning me through this new morning mal investiture ceremony served as chair of the Health January 2020. show.” occurred at the 2004 Commission, Lay, Commission on “It’s an honor to continue the Additional details about the show General Conference. Seminaries, Colleges and Schools legacy of my boss and frat brother will be shared in the coming The ceremony included and as President of the Council of Tom Joyner,” said Smiley. “Not months. the passage of the Senior Bishops. Bishop’s regalia - a solid He has represented the AME gold medallion with the Church in a number of Ecumenical logo of the denomination. bodies including the World Bishop Richardson suc- Methodist Council and the Bishop Adam Richardson ceeds the Right Reverend National Congress of Black Rickey Smiley NASHVILLE — Rev. Adam McKinley Young who died Churches. He is also a prolific Comedian Rickey Smiley will Jefferson Richardson, Jr. was in January 2019. He was elected author with articles or chapters in take over The Tom Joyner Morning recently installed as the Senior and consecrated the 115th Bishop several books including the Show when Joyner retires at the end Bishop of the AME Church during at the 1996 General Conference. African-American Devotional of the year. Joyner said that Smiley the Annual Council of Bishops With service in pulpits throughout Bible and Headlines to Homilies. has established himself as a trusted and General Board Meeting Georgia and Florida, the last Bishop Richardson will serve as leader on-air and in the community Worship Service. The event was church he pastored prior to his Senior Bishop until his retirement with his current show, captivating held in Birmingham, Alabama. election was Bethel AME Church in 2024. Reflecting on his time as audiences with his authentic humor “I am honored for service at this in Tallahassee, Florida where he a FAMU drum major he said, but also his unique perspective on time in the history of our church. I served for 18 years. “There are quite a few steps (liter- topics important to his audience. seek an interest in your prayers He obtained the Bachelor of ally and figuratively) between the “I’m happy to see the landscape that I may rise to the occasion, that Arts degree from the Florida Patch (the practice field) and of Urban Adult Contemporary inadequacies may not be too glar- A&M University (where he was Senior Bishop!” morning radio continue to expand ing. Whatever successes, whatever noted as the head drum major of He and his wife Dr. Connie with Rickey, and I’m proud of the achievements, the credit, the glory the “Marching 100” Band). He Speights Richardson are the par- doors the Tom Joyner Morning will belong to God in Christ,” received his Master of Divinity ents of two adult children. Show opened,” said Joyner. Senior Bishop Richardson shared and Doctor of Sacred Theology Founded in 1787 by Richard “Twenty-five years ago, there was during the investiture service. degrees at the Interdenominational Allen, the African Methodist no template for a syndicated Urban MOSH Features Exhibit The Senior Bishop is the active Theological Center in Atlanta, Episcopal Church is the world’s radio show and we worked hard to Bishop with the longest tenure of Georgia. oldest denomination founded by prove that we could successfully service in the AME Church and is As a Bishop, he has served African Americans. It has over 2 on Poor Peoples Campaign produce and market a national plat- first in order of precedence among churches in Sierra Leone, Ghana million members in 40 countries form that would entertain, inform Through October 27, 2019, the and Ralph David Abernathy, the the Council of Bishops. The posi- Liberia, Cote D’Ivoire, Togo and on five continents. and empower African- American City of Hope: Resurrection City Southern Christian Leadership listeners.” and the 1968 Poor People’s Conference declared poverty a Campaign exhibit will be on dis- national human rights issue. play at the Museum of Science and In response, the organization Petition to Rename Space Once Honoring Robert E. Lee Could Honor Leah Chase History. The poster exhibition planned the Poor People’s By Lauren Burke leaders. vacant landmark. explores the history and legacy of Campaign - a grassroots, multira- A petition has been “A statue of Leah Chase would bring all New Dooky Chase’s Restaurant became an impor- an important moment in U.S. histo- cial movement that drew thousands launched to rename Orleanians together in honor of one of our tant stop as Dr. Martin Luther King and the ry. During the 1960s, poverty pre- of people to Washington, D.C. For Lee Circle in New greatest culture bearers,” the petition reads. Freedom Riders stopped in New Orleans. As vented access to opportunities for 43 days between May and June Orleans after famed National Food and Beverage Foundation King and the Freedom Riders were beginning to Americans of every race, age, and 1968, demonstrators demanded restaurant owner Leah President Brent Rosen launched the petition. organize the Montgomery bus boycott they held region of the country. Although social reforms while living side-by- Chase. Chase recently The petition says the cost of installation of a meetings in Dooky Chase’s meeting rooms. President Lyndon B. Johnson side on the National Mall in a tent passed away in statue of Leah Chase would be paid for by the There were no black-owned banks in many declared a “war on poverty” in city known as Resurrection City. Louisiana at age 96. Southern Food and Beverage Museum. African-American communities in the South 1964, tens of millions of Americans The exhibit is organized by the Her restaurant, Over two years ago, the statue of Robert E. but people would go to Dooky Chase and have were denied livable wages, ade- National Museum of African “Dooky Chase’s Restaurant,” which she owned Lee was removed from Lee Circle. Now with their checks cashed by the owners. On Friday quate housing, nutritious food, American History and Culture. with her husband, the late Edgar “Dooky” the new petition, a group of New Orleans resi- nights people would cash checks and order a po- quality education, and healthcare. For mor einformation call 904- Chase II, was a gathering place for Civil Rights dents are focused on replacing the name of the boy. Led by Drs. Martin Luther King Jr. 396-6674, ext. 242.