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The District will be awash in crimson and cream this week when more than 40,000 members of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority converge upon the nation’s capital. The organi- zation will launch its 51st convention with a torch lighting ceremony at Howard University in Northwest. /Photo by Khalid Naji-Allah Deltas Converge on Nation’s Capital

By Stacy M. Brown tion celebrating the organiza- be the Walter E. Washington president. bers plan to address issues relat- WI Contributing Writer tion’s 100th anniversary. Convention Center in North- “This convention is not only ed to the socioeconomic con- The predominately black west. a momentous occasion for our ditions impacting communities More than 40,000 members sorority, whose more notable “The women of Delta Sigma organization, but a testament around the globe, particularly of Delta Sigma Theta, the larg- members included the late Shir- Theta have been and remain a to the power of all women de- the African Diaspora, Delta of- est African-American Greek-let- ley Chisholm, Ruby Dee Davis, vital contributor to the success termined to change the world ficials said. tered sorority in the world, are and Dorothy I. Height, plan of our communities and a de- for the better and be a voice for The organization will contin- expected to arrive in the District to hold various events in and fender of rights of all people the underprivileged and under- ue its legacy of promoting polit- on Thursday, July 11, to help around Washington, D.C., but for 100 years,” said Cynthia But- served,” Butler-McIntyre said. kick-off an eight-day conven- the group’s primary venue will ler-McIntyre, the Delta’s national During the convention, mem- See CONVENTION on Page 8

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DC Mayor Gray Declares June 26 Beverly Perry Day After 22 years, Beverly Perry retired from Pepco. The District, Montgomery Coun- ty and Prince Georges County officials all came out to bid her farewell for a job well done. The affair was held in the Ko- god Gardens of the Smithsonian’s National Portrait Gallery. Beverly (an avid golfer) (L-R) Beverly Perry with Congressman Steny Beverly Perry (Far right) standing by her son and other family members at her recent Hoyer (D-MD) can now spend more time on the links. retirement party in Washington, DC. We will miss you!

Penrose Hollins (4th District, New (L-R) Beverly Perry with Joseph Beverly with Prince George’s Castle County Council, DE) presents Montgomery County Executive Ike Leggett & Rigby (Chairman of the Bd., Pres. & DC Mayor Gray with the honoree County Executive Rushern proclamation to Beverly his wife Catherine with Beverly CEO PEPCO Holdings, Inc.) Baker

Hon. Kenyan McDuffie (DC Council Member Ward 5), Hon. Jack Evans (DC Council Member Ward 2), Beverly Beverly greets DC Congress Woman Sourrounded by Former DC Mayor Anthony Co worker & (Retirement Mistress of Ceremo- & Hon. Yvette Alexander (DC Council Member Ward 7) Hon. Eleanor Holmes Norton Williams & his wife Diane nies) Debbie Jarvis with Beverly

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By Tia Carol Jones law enforcement. She said they threat,” she said. www.washingtoninformer.com WI Staff Writer had come together to bring a Among the programs Marlow sense of uniformity in the way wants to see implemented are Visit our updated Web site When L.Y. Marlow's 23-year- domestic violence victims and stricter restraining order policies, and give us your comments old daughter told her the father survivors are treated. more rights for victim's families of her daughter threatened her “She's using her own personal to intervene on behalf of a vic- for a chance to win a gift from life, and the life of their child, story, her own personal pain to tim, a domestic violence assess- The Washington Informer she knew something had to be push forward,” Davis-Nickens ment unit coupled with further done. Out of her frustration said about Marlow. training for law enforcement with law enforcement's handling Email comments to: Davis-Nickens said anyone agencies, a Child's Life Protec- of the situation, she decided to who reads Marlow's book will tion Act and mandatory counsel- rburke@ start the Saving Promise cam- “get it.” She said she “puts the ing for batterers. washingtoninformer.com paign. case in such a way, the average “If we are ever going to eradi- “It seems to be a vicious cycle person can get it.” She said at the cate domestic violence, we must Nine-year-oldthat won't Brettturn Burch my whofamily lives in Northwest,end of the designs day, tiesthe and book other will decorativelook accessories. at both The sides young of designerthe coin. establishedloose,” Marlow his online said.business, Marlow Brett’s Trovehelp two people years ago.begin /Photo to have by Khalid a dia- Naji-AllahWe need to address both the vic- shared her story with the audi- logue about domestic violence. tim and the batterer,” Marlow ence at the District Heights Also present at the event was said. Domestic Violence Symposium Mildred Muhammad, the ex- Marlow would also like to see Buddingon May 7 at the District Heights Designerwife of John Allen Muhammad, Takesprograms Online designed to raise Municipal Center. The sympo- who was sentenced to six consec- awareness among children in We represent victims of major sium was sponsored by the utive life terms without parole public and private schools. She medical malpractice such as Family and Youth Services Sandra Robinson Jack Olender cerebral palsy. Boutique toby aNew Maryland jury forHeights his role in feels children need to be educat- Center of the city of District the Beltway Sniper attacks in ed about domestic violence. All 5 lawyers were again elected Heights and the National Hook- “[Brett] is a unique kid. He has ple Hills, Md., where he serves as “Best Lawyers in America” 2012 By Sam P.K. Collins 2002. Mildred Muhammad is “We have to stop being pas- WIUp ofContributing Black Women. Writer athe lot founder of personality of After and the itTrauma, shows emeritussive-aggressive chairman with of thepoor Deacon chil- Karen Evans is a nurse/attorney Marlow has written a book, upan inorganization his designs,” thatsaid Faden,helps the29. Board.dren about Members domestic of the violence,” congre- Harlow Case Karen Evans Melissa Rhea Attorney/Pediatrician “ColorThis summer, Me Butterfly,” Brett Burch which is setis -a “Everysurvivors time of I woredomestic his tie, violence he got gationMarlow inquired said. about the colorful Robert Chabon, M.D., J.D. is story about four generations of Of Counsel. ting the stage for his debut during superand their excited children. and paid even more andMarlow decorative has tie. worked The elder to Burchbreak domestic violence. The book is “I lived in fear for six years. Six Fashion Week sometime in the attention in class,” said Faden who answeredthe cycle everyone’sof abuse inquestions her family, and inspired by her own experiences, livesyears in in Northeast. fear is a long time. It is and is confident the policies she near future. boasted about his great-grandson’s and those of her grandmother, notBrett’s an easyTrove thing has also to caughtcome outthe is pushing for will start that While other children frolic on ability to capture the fashion indus- playgroundsher mother andand play her Marco daughter. Polo attentionof,” she said.of the District’s fashion process. She said every time she reads try’s attention at such a young age. in swimming pools throughout community.Mildred TheMuhammad “Huh?” tie saidap- “I plan to take these policies to In Memoriam excerpts from her book, she still people who want to help a Congress“The way and I seeimplore it, he themis trying to Dr. Calvin W. Rolark, Sr. the District, the Addison-Hyde peared on D.C. on Heels, a local can not believe the words came Wilhelmina J. Rolark Elementary School fourth grader fashiondomestic blog, violence and D.C. victim Spotlight, must a tochange do well our forlaws,” himself Marlow and said.that from her. “Color Me Butterfly” localbe careful newspaper, of how featured they Brettgo into in makes“I will menot feel stop good,” until saidthese Brett’s poli- The Washington Informer Newspaper iswon putting the the2007 finishing National touches “Best on THE WASHINGTON INFORMER PUBLISHER itsthe Cool victim's Kids life, section. and understandThe young great-grandfather,cies are passed.” who happens In Memoriam “SuperBooks” B,”Award. a green-winged super- NEWSPAPER (ISSN#0741-9414) is Denise Rolark Barnes designerthat she received may highbe inmarks “survival when Tia Carol Jones can be reached published weekly on each Thursday.Dr. Calvin W. Rolark, Sr. hero“I donningwas just the 16-years-old letter “B” acrosswhen to be a spry 89 year old senior citi- hemode”. modeled the “Huh?” tie in the at [email protected] Periodicals postage paid at WashingWilhelmina- STAFF J. Rolark themy topeye of first his redblackened and orange and cosmy- “Before you get to 'I'm going zen. “When I was nine, the young ton, D.C. and additional mailing of- tume. Brett’s newest design will Totlers and Tiaras Pageant at the THE WASHINGTON INFORMER NEWSPAPERDenise W. Barnes, (ISSN#0741-9414) Editor is published lips bled,” Marlow said. to kill you,' it started as a verbal menWI had to work and take care of fices.weekly News on Thursday. and advertising Periodicals deadline postage paid at Washington, D.C. and additional appearElaine on hisDavis-Nickens, fourth original presi-tie in Tots 2 Teens Expo, an annual event business. We need to encourage is Mondaymailing prioroffices. to Newspublication. and advertisingAn- Shantella deadline Y. is Sherman, Monday priorAssistant to publication.Editor Brettdent ’sof Trove the , Nationalan online Hook-Up boutique that connects parents with provid- nouncementsAnnouncements must mustbe received be received two two weeks prior to event. Copyright 2000 by The children to do these things. That’s Ron Burke, Advertising/ Marketing Director of garments and accessories that ers of various services and activities weeksWashington prior to event.Informer. Copyright All rights 2010 reserved. POST MASTER: Send change of address- of Black Women, said there is no the way it’s supposed to be,” the es to The Washington Informer, 3117 Martin Luther King, Jr. Ave., S.E. Washington, featureconsistency his original in the artwork way domestic. for children. Last year, millions of by The Washington Informer. All Lafayette Barnes, IV, Assistant Photo Editor Southeast resident said. rightsD.C. reserved. 20032. POSTMASTER: No part of this Sendpublication may be reproduced without written permis- violence“I make issues money are when dealt I withsell myby Metro commuters caught a glimpse sion from the publisher. The InformerKhalid Newspaper Naji-Allah, cannot Staff guarantee Photographer the return of We haveParents to supportstop their being children in change of addresses to The Wash- ties and lots of other stuff [to] peo- of Brett’s artwork at Union Station

photographs. Subscription rates are $30 per year, two years $45. Papers will be received ington Informer, 3117 Martin Luther in Northeast during the Cherry their endeavors, and Brett’s mom not more than a week after publication.John Make E. checks De Freitas, payable to:Sports Photo Editor ple,” said Brett, 9. “Being a busi- King, Jr. Ave., S.E. Washington, D.C. Dorothy Rowley, Online Editor nessman feels good because peo- Blossompassive-aggressive Festival. is no different. with She’s there poor for him 20032. No part of this publicationTHE WASHINGTONmay INFORMER ple will always try to buy my ties. Melody Burch, the young design- during this critical juncture in his be reproduced3117 without Martin written Luther permis King,- Jr.Brian Ave., S.E. Young • Washington,, Design & LayoutD.C. 20032 I see it as something that will grow er’s mother, first noticed his affinity sion from the publisher.Phone: The Informer 202 561-4100 • Fax: 202 574-3785 children life.about During a timedomestic when boys of AssureTech /www.scsworks.com, Webmaster Newspaper cannot guaranteeE-mail: the return [email protected] in the future,” said the budding de- for art when he started drawing as color often fall prey to negative in- of photographs. Subscription rateswww.washingtoninformer.com are Mable Neville, Bookkeeper signer who lives in Northwest. a preschooler at the Fillmore Arts fluences, she wants to ensure that“ $45 per year, two years $60. Papers will Since its inception two years Center,violence. located inside Hart MiddleI plan to take these Mickey Thompson, Social Sightings columnist her son receives the support and be received not more than a week after PUBLISHER ago, Brett’s Trove has sold untold School in Northwest. His talents encouragement that he needs. publication. Make checks payable to: Denise Stacey Rolark Palmer, Barnes Social Media Specialist hundreds of dollars worth of mer- have caught the attentionpolicies of Taylor to Congress and “I’m not always going to be STAFF REPORTERS chandise. Brett’s customer base has Thomas of WHUR 96.3 FM and THE WASHINGTON INFORMER “ Brooke N. Garner Managing REPORTERSEditor Tia C. Jones, Ed Laiscell, grown to include neighbors, class- Katrell Mendenhall of Chicagoli- here and I want to prepare Brett 3117Carla Martin Peay Luther King,Assistant Jr. Ave., Managing S.E Editor Odell B. Ruffin, Larry Saxton, implore them to change our Washington, D.C. 20032 mates, and teachers. While many cious, the hit reality television show for the future,” said Brett’s moth- Ron Burke Advertising and MarketingMisty Brown,Mary Michelle Wells, Joseph Phipps-Evans, Young Phone:Mable 202 Whittaker 561-4100 Bookkeeper purchase his designer coffee mugs about a Chicago-based salon and er. “I want to set a foundation so Eve Ferguson, Elton J. Hayes , Gale Horton Fax:LaNita 202 Wrenn 574-3785 Administration PHOTOGRAPHERS and T-shirts, Brett’s ties, each of its staff of high-profilelaws. hair I stylists will he notcan have stopa strong, healthyuntil life. [email protected] E. De Freitas Sports Gay,Editor BarringtonLafayette Salmon, Barnes, IV,Stacey Palmer, Victor Holt Photo Editor them named after common verbal and make-up artists. If I can feed him with knowledge, www.washingtoninformer.com Charles E.John Sutton E. De ,James Freitas, Wright, Maurice Joseph Fitzgerald, Zebra Designs, Inc. Layout & Graphic YoungDesign Joanne Jackson, Roy Lewis, Robert expressions, have raised the profile “It’s very excitingthese for him topolicies go there’s no are telling where passed. he can take Ken Harris /www.scsworks.com Webmaster Ridley, Victor Holt of his flourishing business. The to events and meet people,” said it,” she said. L.Y. Marlow CIRCULATION “Huh?” tie, Brett’s most popular Burch, 37. “This is almost like an Perhaps on a runway among PHOTOGRAPHERS Paul Trantham accessory, was featured in two of adventure. I really hope that he can the likes of Alexander Wang, Jason John E. De Freitas, Roy Lewis, Addison-Hyde’s charity auctions. see an increase in sales. That will Wu, and other internationally ac- Khalid Naji-Allah, Shevry Lassiter Joshua Faden, Brett’s third grade show him that hard work pays off.” teacher, counts among Brett’s Clyde Burch, Brett’s great-grand- claimed fashion designers. Trove biggest fans. Since Brett gave father and one of his most ardent See Brett’s collection of designer ties, 4 / May 15 - 21, 2008 The Washington Informer / www.washingtoninformer.com him one of his ties for Teacher Ap- supporters, wore a “Huh?” tie T-shirts, coffee mugs and other accessories preciation Day, he’s worn it at least during a recent Sunday service at at www.zazzle.com/brettstrove. Prices once a week. St. Stephen Baptist Church in Tem- vary. wi 4 July 11, 2013 - July 17, 2013 The Washington Informer www.washingtoninformer.com D.C. Political Roundup around the region By James Wright president of the Ward WI Staff Writer 8 Democrats, has opted not to run for the pres- You Can Say It Like A Pro! idency of the organiza- Cheh Wants Ellerbe Out Let us help you develop D.C. Council member Mary tion in the upcoming fall election. the communication skills Cheh (D-Ward 3) said Fire and to compete and win! Emergency Management Services “I am in school and Chief Kenneth Ellerbe should find I will concentrate on ■ Executive Presentation Coaching my school work,” said another job – and do it with all de- ■ Media Training Batchelor, 20. liberate speed. Photo: SadeDennis/www.sadedennis.com Batchelor, who at- ■ Image Consultations “Under his tenure, the fire de- tends George Wash- ■ On-Camera Coaching partment has gone downhill,” said ington University in Cheh, 62. “I am appalled at the Northwest, is consid- inability of the department’s equip- ered one of the Dis- ment to function properly. I think trict’s most astute young he is running the department into political minds. He was the ground.” elected first vice presi- On July 2, Cheh wrote a letter dent in September 2011 to D.C. Council member Tom- on a ticket with the Rev. D.C. Mayor Vincent Gray convened a recent my Wells (D-Ward 6), chair of the Joyce Scott as president Ward 7 Economic Development Summit at H.D. committee that oversees the fire and former D.C. Coun- Woodson High School in Northeast. /Courtesy COMMUNICAT IONS department, concerning Ellerbe. cil member Sandy Allen Photo 301.292.9141/FAX 301.292.9142/Mobile 703.819.0920 Wells, 56, also happens to be a critic as second vice presi- [email protected]/www.mcmilloncommunications.com of Ellerbe’s but has stopped short dent. of asking him to resign. Batchelor said that Ellerbe assumed the helm of the Scott has indicated that fire department in 2011. He has the she will not seek re-elec- support of D.C. Mayor Vincent tion. When asked who Gray and Deputy Mayor of Public might throw their hats Safety and Justice Paul Quander but into the race and run has faced his fair share of battles. for the presidency, he Problems such as equipment said some names have failure, employee morale and the been bandied about. poor response time of ambulance “I have heard that Natalie Williams may services are some of the issues that run for president or Ellerbe, 51, has had to deal with as that Pho Palmer might the fire chief. Cheh said that a pro- be interested,” he active chief would know how to said. “I’ve also heard deal with such matters. that Derrick Colbert Denise Rolark Barnes “He has vacant positions in his D.C. Council member Mary Cheh has repre- is thinking about it,” Independent Beauty Consultant department that he needs to fill,” sented Ward 3 since 2007. /Courtesy Photo Batchelor said. www.marykay/drolark-barnes.com she said. “[However], he does have Palmer is a political 202-236-8831 the confidence of the rank-and-file activist whose passion members of the department. He is education. Williams must press for more resources in is a former spokesperson for D.C. Planning and Economic Devel- order to do his job in order to be Council member Marion Barry opment made presentations to the successful.” (D-Ward 8), and a current adviso- estimated crowd of approximately Cheh hasn’t hesitated to call for ry neighborhood commissioner the dismissal of anyone who she who ran for the presidency in 2011 350. AmericaSpeaks representatives perceives as either being incom- and lost. Colbert is also an adviso- served as facilitators. The nonprofit petent or displaying ethical lapses ry neighborhood commissioner in based in Northwest assists citizens of judgment. Last year, she joined Ward 8. in more effectively engaging gov- D.C. Council members David Cata- ernment. nia (I-At Large) and Muriel Bowser Ward 7 Summit Piques Interest Residents talked about issues af- (D-Ward 4) in requesting that Gray of Residents Hundreds of Ward 7 residents fecting the ward, such as economic resign because of the scandals sur- development, education and public rounding his 2010 mayoral cam- participated in the Ward 7 Eco- safety. After the discussions ended, paign. nomic Development Summit on Supporters of Ellerbe contend June 29 at H.D. Woodson High participants electronically submit- School in Northeast. that the chief has had to deal with a ted their concerns and recommen- D.C. Mayor Vincent Gray con- sometimes hostile workforce that’s dations via a board that tabulated vened the event and emphasized resistant to change. residents’ positions on the issues. the importance of the meeting to Ellerbe, who attended the Pali- the audience. Constance Woody, a longtime sades Citizens Association’s annual “This summit represents an im- activist in the ward, said she enjoyed Fourth of July parade and picnic, portant opportunity for District the summit. chose not to comment on his po- planners and Ward 7 residents “I came to hear what is going on sition during the holiday festivities. ‡ Please set all copy in upper and lowercase, flush left as indicated on artwork at these point sizes: Consultant name in 11-point Helvetica Neue Bold; Independent alike,” said Gray, 70. “Convening in my neighborhood,” Beauty Consultant said Woody, in 9-point Helvetica Neue Light; Web site or e-mail address in 9-point Helvetica Neue Light; phone number in 9-point Helvetica Neue Light. “I am doing fine,” he said. “I am ® here today allows us to engage in all 78. “I am very To active the Independent in the com Beauty- Consultant: Only Company-approved Web sites obtained through the Mary Kay Personal Web Site program may be utilized. doing just great.” aspects of the Ward 7 community.” munity and I try to make all of the D.C. Council member Yvette Batchelor Won’t Run for Pres- Alexander (D-Ward 7) addressed meetings. This was a very good ident residents and staffers from the session and the presentations were Markus Batchelor, the first vice Office of the Deputy Mayor for done very well.” wi www.washingtoninformer.com The Washington Informer July 11, 2013 - July 17, 2013 5 Week of july 11 TO july 17 Black Facts July 11 Crow laws would wipe out virtual- she refused an order to give up her 1905 – The Niagara Move- ly all Black political gains after the seat on a train to a white man. It ment (forerunner of the NAACP) Civil War. It would take nearly 100 took the conductor and two other is founded during a meeting near years (during the 1960s) before men to remove her from the seat Blacks would once again begin to Niagara Falls, New York. Among and throw her off the train. the most prominent Blacks at match the political gains they had 1882 – Violette A. Johnson is the meeting were intellectual and made during the post-Civil War activist W.E.B. DuBois and news- period. born. She would become the first paper publishers William Monroe Black female attorney allowed to Trotter and Ida B. Wells Barnett. July 14 practice before the United States Gallery Africa 1915 – Mifflin Wistar Gibbs 1891 – Renowned Black in- Supreme Court. “where fashion is art” dies. Gibbs had worked on the ventor John Standard receives a Underground Railroad helping patent for inventing what became July 17 THE CENTRE AT FORESTVILLE Blacks escape from slavery along the foundation for the modern 1911 – Frank M. Snowden is 3217 Donnell Drive refrigerator. Standards “improve- Forestville, MD 20747 with Frederick Douglas. He would born in York County, Virginia. ments” are generally credited with 301-736-8107 later become publisher of Mir- The Harvard educated Snowden ror of the Times – the first Black laying the foundation for the mod- WOODMORE TOWNE CENTRE would become a prominent 2830 Campus Way North, #616 newspaper in California. He was ern or “standard” refrigerator. professor at Washington, D.C.’s Lanham, MD 20706 also the first African American 301-773-8661 elected to a municipal judgeship in July 15 Howard University and a leading www.galleryafrica.com • [email protected] the state. 1822 – Philadelphia becomes authority on Blacks in ancient 301-772-3726 one of the first major cities to history. His major works include July 12 open its public schools to Blacks. “Blacks in Antiquity: Ethiopians 1887 – The all-Black town The first school was a segregated in the Greco-Roman Experience” Mound Bayou, Mississippi is one just for Black boys. One for and “Before Color Prejudice: girls was opened four years later founded by ex-slave Isaiah Mont- The Ancient View of Blacks.” gomery and his cousin Benjamin in 1826. The city’s public schools would remain segregated until the Snowden documented that “Ethi- T. Green. It was built as a sanctu- opians pioneered religion” and ary for former slaves during a peri- 1930s. played a major role in the develop- od when Jim Crow racism and ter- rorism by groups such as the Ku July 16 ment of the greatness of ancient Klux Klan were on the rise. It is 1862 – Crusading journalist and Egypt. Snowden also showed that considered the oldest surviving all- anti-lynching activist Ida B. Wells Blacks influenced the develop- Black town in America. According Barnett is born in Holly Springs, ment of both ancient Greek and to the 2000 Census, the town had Mississippi. Wells-Barnett was a Roman societies working in ca- 2,100 residents. true militant activist. Her editorials pacities ranging from musicians to so angered whites in the Memphis, 1937 – Actor, comedian and scholars. Snowden died in Febru- political activist William “Bill” Tennessee area that a mob burned down the building which housed ary 2007 at the age of 95. Cosby is born on this day in Phil- 1935 – Actress Diahann Car- adelphia. Cosby would rise from her newspaper. She was also one roll is born in the Bronx, New nightclub comedian to actor and of the original founders of the York. She is known for her glam- star of the hit NBC television NAACP and in 1884 she commit- ted a “Rosa Parks” type act when series The Cosby Show our and style. from 1984 to 1992.

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6 July 11, 2013 - July 17, 2013 The Washington Informer www.washingtoninformer.com INTERVIEWS AND PHOTOS BY TIMOTHY LINDEN around the region INTEREST RATES ON NEW FEDERAL STUDENT LOANS HAVE DOUBLED FROM 3.4 PERCENT TO 6.8 PERCENT? WILL CONGRESS COME TOGETHER TO FIND Viewp int A QUICK SOLUTION? WHAT ARE YOUR THOUGHTS?

Ariel Rayman Brent Lawrence Sean Hoggard Tommy Taylor Verris H. Turpin Washington, D.C. Washington, D.C. Washington, D.C. Washington, D.C. Washington, D.C. With tuition rates climbing, I feel the government is looking This is ridiculous. At this rate, I think Congress should actually Both parties in Congress need Congress should restore the interest for an additional source of income. college graduates will be paying put the needs of the people first for to come together and find a long- rates on federal Stafford loans to Unfortunately, those who will be off their student loan debts until once. It’s about time they serve the term solution regarding the issue 3.4 percent and cap variable student hurt most by the new interest rates the day they die. It’s as if the best interest of American citizens of raising interest rates on new loan interest rates to a lower level. are the ones who most need the Republicans in office want to instead of [their own] interest. student loans. Those most affected Congress has the responsibility to money. Attending an out-of-state, keep the poor poor, and that’s Education should be a priority, by the student loan interest rates are ensure that disadvantaged students or private school, will become such a shame. College graduates especially as we fall behind other those of us who are least likely to can afford to go to school and nearly impossible due to the high work extremely hard to [earn] countries in math and science. If be able to pay the extra money. Not upon graduation, afford to live interest rates. Unfortunately, not their degrees, but yet it feels as if anything we should be making only does Congress need to resolve a productive life while not being all schools are equal and we will politicians make it difficult for us education more affordable and keep this issue, it also must find a way to hampered by student loan debt. soon see a rise in inequities, the to find a job so that we can pay off our citizens out of long-term debt. make college more affordable, so The objective of federal student marginalization of groups of our student loans. that anyone who wants to pursue a loans is to financially aid students people and the rise of elitist cities higher education can, without fear not to fill government coffers at the and states. of being weighed down by crushing individual student’s expense. debt.

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CONVENTION The sorority’s community man, 39, D’Angela Pitts, 25, and continued from Page 1 service projects included help- Brea Onokpise, 31, were among ing workers at Food & Friends the Deltas at Food & Friends. ical awareness and involvement in Northeast, putting together Serving is what the sorority in voter education, advocacy for Black History Month pamphlets was built on and what it has en- health care reform and equal and archiving audio files at the joyed a stellar reputation of do- educational opportunities. Del- Mary McLeod Bethune Council ing, said Allora Cyrus, a Virginia egates will also address physical House in Northwest, and giving State University graduate. and mental health challenges career motivation tips to those “We have big shoes to fill,” that continue to plague chil- seeking to obtain or maintain Cyrus, 51, said of the 22 Delta dren and adults worldwide, But- employment at a women’s Dress founders and the community ler-McIntyre said. For Success event at the Salva- service work they were known Delta Sigma Theta Sorority tion Army in Southeast. for. “The one thing I focus on is boasts a sisterhood of more than “This is very special,” said social action and we work on Af- 200,000 college-educated wom- Keisha Nelson, a University of rican-American issues that affect en. The sorority currently has Maryland at Baltimore graduate us daily,” said Cyrus, who helped 900 chapters around the world, who pledged in 2008. Nelson put together illustrated books including the United States, En- joined about a dozen other Del- at the historic Mary McLeod gland, Panama, Japan, Germany, tas who helped prepare meals Bethune Council House. and the Republic of China. at Food & Friends, a nonprofit In March, the trademark crim- In January, thousands of so- that cares for men, women and son and cream colors of the rority members and their guests children living with HIV/AIDS, group again dominated the area celebrated the 100th anniversary cancer and other life-challenging as the Deltas paid homage to of its founding with a weekend illnesses by preparing and deliv- their 22 founders with a re-en- event in the District. ering specialized meals and gro- actment of the Women’s Suf- Members participated in 22 ceries. frage March of 1913. community service projects in “Community service is doing During the march, the Del- an effort to help honor the 22 the work that our founders did tas retraced the steps of its 22 black women who founded the and it is what we are all about,” founders on March 3, as they organization. said Nelson, 37. During that celebration, so- “Public service is near and dear marked the centennial of the rority members also participated to me and has been since I was a Women’s Suffrage March. in traditional song near Fortitude child,” said Donna Springs, 62, “Two months after our found- statue, assisted in art exhibits who pledged 42 years ago while ers received their papers to be- and worked and helped vendors attending D.C. Teachers College. and others around the District. Springs, Nelson, Elshanda Chap- See CONVENTION on Page 9

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www.washingtoninformer.com The Washington Informer July 11, 2013 - July 17, 2013 11 PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY Baker Names New Schools Chief By Gale Horton Gay said Maxwell, 61. “It is not often also worked for the Montgom- WI Staff Writer that you have an incredible op- ery County Public Schools for portunity like this, and I am very six years as an administrator. Prince George’s County Pub- excited about returning to Prince Maxwell will replace former lic Schools (PGCPS) system has George’s County. I am ready to Superintendent William R. Hite a new leader. make an impact on the county Jr., who left the county last Sep- Kevin Maxwell, Ph.D., su- that I love, have deep roots in, tember to lead Philadelphia pub- perintendent of Anne Arundel and care so deeply about.” lic schools. Since Hite’s depar- County Public Schools (AACPS), Maxwell, a resident of Bowie ture, Alvin Crawley, Ph.D., has was chosen by Prince George’s whose children graduated from served as interim superintendent County Executive Rushern L. PGCPS, was raised in Prince and will serve in that capacity Baker III to fill the chief execu- George’s County and graduated until the beginning of the 2013- tive officer spot. from Bladensburg High School. 2014 school year. Kevin Maxwell, Prince George’s County Public Schools new chief executive Maxwell was introduced to the He began his career in the coun- Baker also thanked Crawley officer, addresses an audience at Northwestern High School in Hyattsville, community on June 28 at North- ty and spent 22 years as a teach- for providing leadership. Md. /Photo courtesy of the Prince George’s County government western High School in Hyatts- er, principal, and administrator “I want to thank Dr. Crawley ville, a school where he previ- in PGCPS until 2000. He has for his outstanding leadership ously served as principal. been superintendent in Anne during this transitional period stewardship of the school sys- students from traditionally un- “This is a special day for me,” Arundel County since 2006. He for PGCPS,” said Baker. “His tem, care for the students, and derrepresented groups who are dedication to the faculty and taking advanced level courses.” staff has been critical.” Maxwell was also welcomed Maxwell will be leaving a by the school board’s new chair school system with 77,770 Segun Eubanks, Ed.D., who The Association For the Study of African American Life & History students, 5,662 teachers, 125 said Maxwell brings with him a Hosts its Annual Convention schools and a $982 million bud- wealth of experience and a his- get. PGCPS, one of the nation’s tory of success. The 2013 NATIONAL BLACK HISTORY THEME: th 25 largest school districts, has Prince George’s County AT THE CROSSROADS OF FREEDOM AND EQUALITY: approximately 125,000 students, Council Chair Andrea C. Har- The Emancipation Proclamation98 and the March on Washington nearly 18,000 employees, 204 rison called Maxwell a “home- schools and an annual budget of grown talent.” October 2 - 6, 2013 $1.6 billion. “We fully expect he will be a In a letter to Anne Arundel key partner with a long-term County employees, students and commitment to our unified goal parents, Maxwell noted that the to enhance our educational sys- move would bring his career full tem and meet the needs of our circle. entire school community,” said “I view this new position as a Harrison. chance to give back to the coun- Maxwell was chosen from ty that started me on the path- three finalists provided to Bak- way of what has been an incred- er from a three-member search ibly rewarding career,” Maxwell committee appointed by Gov. wrote. Martin O’Malley and State Su- In his letter of resignation to perintendent Dr. Lillian Lowery. the AACPS Board, Maxwell con- Maxwell said he has high "Legacy of Hope" Giclee by Charles Bibbs, Artist-in-Residence veyed his pride in the progress hopes for PGCPS. made. “There is so much potential More than 1,000 individuals, community builders, historians, educators, business professionals, “I want this board to know here and I am looking forward and students from across the nation will participate in this year's ASALH Convention. A number clearly and unequivocally that I to tapping into our potential to of events such as a teachers' workshop, an authors' book signing, youth day, Black history bus am incredibly proud of the work move this school system for- tours, and banquets will bring together a diverse group of people. 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12 July 11, 2013 - July 17, 2013 The Washington Informer www.washingtoninformer.com around the region Wal-Mart Turns Up the Heat Gray under Pressures to Veto Bill By James Wright ministration has identified as a WI Staff Writer priority for D.C.,” he said. Wal-Mart had originally In a move that can only be planned to build six stores in the characterized as a power play, District. Construction contin- the nation’s largest retailer has ues at the three other store sites made it clear to the mayor of which will be located in Fort the District of Columbia that Totten in Northeast; Georgia it’s not happy with a pending bill and Missouri Avenues in North- that would substantially raise the west; and First and H Streets in minimum wage. The titan of all Northwest. Business leaders are retailers fully expects him to veto ecstatic about the stores gener- the legislation. ating thousands of jobs for Dis- The D.C. Council passed the trict residents and tens of mil- Wal-Mart had planned to build six stores in the District. /Courtesy Photo “Large Retailer Accountabili- lions in revenue for the District. ty Act” – which would require However, union leaders and pro- itive word from the multi-billion and now they are focusing on for Wal-Mart, threw down the big-box retailers to pay their em- gressive activists are concerned corporation regarding Skyland building in the urban areas.” gauntlet. about Wal-Mart’s reputation for ployees a minimum of $12.50 an Town Center, until Tuesday. New York City and Chicago “What’s more, passage of the hour – by a vote of 8-5 on June decimating small businesses, “No one from Wal-Mart has are dealing with the exact same [Large Retailer Accountabili- 26. Steven Restivo, a spokesman its history of racial and sexual said anything like that to me,” issues that the District currently ty Act] will also jeopardize the for Wal-Mart, objects to the discrimination and the fact that the mayor said. faces regarding wages and bene- three stores under construction council’s action and said it’s det- some of its goods are produced Williams said the speculation fits, he said. in China under slave labor con- as we will thoroughly review the rimental to the District. is baseless. The union president isn’t wor- ditions. “We ultimately think it will “Wal-Mart leaving D.C. is an ried about Wal-Mart pulling out. financial and legal implications Restivo speculates that if Gray lead to higher prices, less jobs empty threat,” he said. “Their “The cities are where the of the bill on those projects,” signs the bill, other big-box re- and fewer stores from some of strategy is to be in the cities. money is,” he said. Barron recently wrote in an on- the country’s largest brands like tailers will summarily dismiss the They are already in the rural and But on Tuesday, Alex Bar- line opinion piece for The Wash- Wal-Mart, Lowe’s, Home De- District as a prime locale. suburban areas of the country ron, regional general manager ington Post. wi pot, Macy’s and Target,” Restivo However, Gray said he’s wait- said during a recent interview on ing to see what bill arrives on his WMAL radio. “If you look at desk. two of the largest grocery chains “I have not seen the bill,” said in the country – Safeway and Gi- Gray, 70. “I have not talked to OPEN THE ant – they both remain exempt anyone about the bill.” from this legislation for some If Gray vetoes the bill, it DOOR TO reason, and I think that fact would take nine votes to over- tells you everything you need to ride him. A NEW know about who is driving this.” Barbara Lang, president and For decades, employees of chief executive officer of the both Safeway and Giant have D.C. Chamber of Commerce, HOME been represented by unions. agrees with Restivo. Small retail stores would not be “Wal-Mart has been a member affected by the bill. of the D.C. Chamber for almost The D.C. Council is sched- six years,” Lang said. “I hope the uled to vote on the “Large Re- mayor vetoes the bill as it is now. tailer Accountability Act” during You cannot pit one business its second and final reading on against the other,” referring to Wednesday, July 10. However, Safeway and Giant, companies on Tuesday, July 9, Restivo con- that have union representation. firmed that if the D.C. Council Others disagree. 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Referenc- the testimony of black witnesses tion with the law in the form of es to her weight and color, not and relatedly through the denial television programs like Law and to mention comparisons with of the right to vote, black jurors Order, the inner workings of the the main characters in the mov- (selected through rolls of eligi- court can be scary and intimidat- ie “Precious” and Tyler Perry’s ble voters). The inability to read ing for young people, especially Media series underscore the and write was often used to chal- for many people of color whose narrative of “Black Pathology” lenge a potential witness’s com- primary experience with the ju- that continues to be employed petence, while the inability to ar- dicial system is adversarial. I am as a measuring stick against Af- ticulate oneself clearly was used not suggesting that this was the rican Americans — a measuring to establish a lack of credibility. case with Ms. Jeantel before the stick where one unfortunately is Although clearly not barred trial, but the presumption that from providing testimony in the guilty until proven innocent by she should have conducted her- performing respectability. This, Trayvon Martin case, it seems self like a seasoned witness is out that many in the public sought to of course, is the same measuring of bounds. She is a 19-year-old stick that cost Trayvon Martin hold Rachel Jeantel to the same from the city of Miami who sud- his life, at the hands of self-ap- “racialized” standard. While the denly found herself thrust into pointed neighborhood watch ridicule and mockery cut across the epicenter of, for what was captain, George Zimmerman. racial lines, it is hard to believe for most of us, a national news In a world where young people that critics would shower such story, but for her the intensely like Ms. Jeantel are afforded very harsh treatment on a white wit- personal murder of a childhood ness of similar speech and dis- friend. little respect, whether they are business loans position. While her language While disgusted by the treat- just returning from the corner and demeanor may not have ment she received, I am equally store or shouldering the diffi- been palatable to some, neither frustrated by the failure of most cult task of testifying about the small medium larGe should impugn either her cred- to appreciate this as a litmus test murder of a close friend, their ibility or integrity as a witness. on so many other issues of im- frustration should not be sur- The intense focus on her con- port that still plague our nation’s prising. However, Ms. Jeantel’s duct alone, and not in conjunc- schools and inner cities, not to impatience with Zimmerman’s tion with the actions of George mention our young people’s per- counsel has somehow confirmed Zimmerman’s defense attorney, ception of themselves and the her status as part of the angry, Friendly, ProFessional Guidance is equally problematic. The fail- world around them. violent, belligerent, and illiterate ure of Zimmerman’s lawyer to It would have been refresh- Black underclass. By extension, From aPPlication to closinG show compassion for a young ing indeed, for instance, if Ms. Trayvon Martin, her friend, was woman who was the last person Jeantel’s testimony elicited pub- also a member of that group, to speak with Martin and “felt lic outcry about the sad state of and in the words of one tweeter guilty” over his death was hardly public education, even as we are “got what he deserved.” What the most egregious example. Mr. in the midst of major budget cuts we all deserve is a system free Don West’s highly objectionable that have led to a significant re- from the taint of racial prejudice attempt to stand during the be- duction in teachers and services and those with the courage to ginning portion of Ms. Jeantel’s in large urban school districts speak out against the larger so- testimony looked very much like EILEEN ASCHER from Hartford, Connecticut, to cietal injustices that have helped a form of witness intimidation. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and to make the system what it is.wi [email protected] While one might expect such 240-497-1787 Los Angles, California. 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INTERNATIONAL Nelson Mandela’s Long Goodbye Has Lessons for All of Us

By Sandip Roy Special to the Informer

Hard as it is to accept the fact, the world has to come to terms with it. It’s not surprising that South Africans are praying for his re- covery. But perhaps a final ges- ture of gratitude to the man who is indisputably the Father of the Nation is to pray for his peaceful death. Or passing. Or transition. If those euphemisms offer some solace and sound less final than Nelson Mandela. /Courtesy Photo death. Nelson Mandela is almost 95. He has been in and out of hospital to reconcile the jolly beaming three times this year. Newsrooms woman I knew with the shape- around the world have probably less lump under a hospital sheet, gotten his obituary ready more tethered to tubes and a ventilator, than once. His health has gone up reduced to a line on a monitor, si- and down, each “recovery” a lit- lent except for the shuddering in- tle slower than the previous one. take of breath. Once she looked The man’s body is tired. Reports at me, and her eyes were so full of say he has not opened his eyes in pain and questions, I had to drop days and is largely unresponsive. my gaze. But as a society, we now have It is hard to let loved ones go. the medical capability to prolong T:12.375” life to a degree our grandparents Sometimes it’s because the chil- could never imagine. Every day in dren scattered around the world hospitals all over, elderly patients, need to come. But mostly it’s entirely non-functional, unable because we keep hoping for mir- to register anything, are hooked acles, that she will get better. At up to ventilators offering some 95 Nelson Mandela, even if he semblance of life and hope to comes out of hospital one more the family around them. And it’s time, is not likely to get better. a lucrative source of revenue for But we still hope. “Nelson Man- hospitals which always seem very dela, for me, is like my father,” Alex Siake, a South African, said eager to strap on the ventilator Whether it’s behind the scenes, and charge a hefty fee. A doctor in Pretoria. “Every day, I just pray friend once told me that the ven- that he can recover quickly and be in the scenes or never before seen, tilator was meant as a temporary among us again.” the stories of the African-American breathing assistance for a young Mandela’s daughter Makiziwe person who might have had some is quoted as saying she is praying experience have enriched traumatic injury or illness but who his “transition is smooth”. But all of our lives. hopefully would fully bounce Daliwe Bida, a resident of Man- back to life afterwards. It was nev- dela’s native village told the me- er meant to be a semi-permanent dia, “”We are praying non-stop Enjoy hit movies, TV shows, videos, breathing solution for a person because we don’t know what can interviews and more all highlighting already dying. happen if he leaves us.” One can I am not implying at all the understand the stakes are that the African-American experience. hospital in Pretoria has ulterior much higher when it’s a person motives in prolonging Mande- of the stature of Nelson Mande- la’s life. It’s just that determining la. The pressure to keep the man And it’s all in one spot – visit what is the natural end of a life alive almost reaches the point of xfi nity.com/celebrateblacktv has become increasingly more wanting to keep him immortal. complicated and fraught for all Yet in his long goodbye, Nel- of us. son Mandela is also teaching us Now the advancement of something. That no matter how medical technology has meant a much we want to hold on to longer life, as well as the hope of something or someone, some- recovery from illnesses that felled times we have to let them go. our grandparents. But it has also Nelson Mandela has given a lot meant we can cling on to life with the world. To let go of Nelson greater tenaciousness and artifi- Mandela is perhaps the greatest © 2013 Comcast. All rights reserved. ciality. Visiting a great-aunt at a gift of gratitude the world can hospital not so long ago, I tried offer him at this point. wi www.washingtoninformer.com The Washington Informer July 11, 2013 - July 17, 2013 15

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mankind, as he lieth with a wom- “coming out.” Polls show each Shines to help us keep traditional Business Exchange an, both of them have committed generation less opposed to ho- families and values intact. wi an abomination.” mosexual behaviors than the William Reed is publisher of Their numbers are grow- previous generation. But, to save “Who’s Who in Black Corporate Do Two Moms ing. Directly counter to God’s ourselves, Blacks need to turn to America” and available for projects via Make a Right? teachings, more Americans are people like Bishops Jackson and the BaileyGroup.org

Due to Supreme Court rul- ings that were occurring in the United States, President Barack Obama’s advocacy for gay rights took place in Africa within 24 hours of arriving in Senegal. “I want the African people just to By William Reed hear what I believe, and that is that every country, every group children are raised by single par- of people, every religion have ents. Black family life is part and different customs, different tradi- parcel of politics based on wel- tions,” Obama proffered during a fare-state materialistic mentalities joint press conference with Sen- bestowed by elitist Whites. The egal’s president Macky Sall. In court’s ruling is the latest in that response, Sall sternly rebuffed population segments’ processes Obama’s defense of America’s defying God’s authority. current laws. Senegal is a 95-per- God created marriage and de- cent Muslim, sexually conserva- fined its parameters for us. But, tive and patriarchal nation. Ho- too many of us are allowing mosexual activity is illegal and politics and politicians to lead us punishable for up to five years in astray. The laws of the land are prison. Senegalese citizens con- being swayed by politics. And sider homosexuality taboo. politics are leading us down a When will Black Americans path of destruction as illustrated join the Senegalese president in by the biblical story of the cities telling Obama “where to take” of Sodom and Gomorrah. In his gay advocacy agenda? A Abrahamic traditions, including 2009 USA Today/Gallup Poll Senegalese President Sall’s Qu- found 48 percent of Americans ran, Sodom and Gomorrah are felt “society would change for synonymous with impenitent sin, the worse” if same-sex marriage and their fall with a proverbial were legalized. manifestation of God’s wrath. “Gay marriage” and its ethos Sodom and Gomorrah have have been fervently opposed been used as metaphors for ho- by Blacks and their pastors over mosexuality and vice viewed as the years. Surely, we should a deviation. The story has there- look toward that type leadership fore given rise to words in several again. Black religious conserva- languages, including the English tives are “outraged” over the high word sodomy, used to describe a court’s ruling. Bishop Aubrey Shines, senior pastor of Glory to sexual “crime against nature.” Glory Ministries in Tampa, Fla., Isn’t it time men and women and spokesperson for a number step forward to place a priori- of African-American church- ty on God’s law over and above es vocal on issues pertaining to man’s law? It’s time Black church biblical justice, poverty, and civ- leadership step forward. Evil il rights, said “the court’s deci- is all around us, from lying and sions fly in the face of common stealing to pornography, drugs, sense; tradition and morality … illicit sex, and violence. God has The vast majority of Americans given us Ten Commandments to do not support the homosexual order our steps. God calls us to agenda.” Shines urged Blacks to be “not influenced by the world’s ignore “aggressive multi-billion wicked culture.” Do Blacks living dollar media campaigns promot- in America take sin and God’s ing homosexuality.” In matters of wrath seriously, or plan to con- marriage and family, Shines said: tinue as wards of American pa- “the truth is a healthy union be- ternal politics? tween one man and one woman Bishop Harry Jackson of the is unique and special and the best International Communion of way to raise a family.” Evangelical Churches declared Black Americans should show “Gay marriage is not of God,” some backbone. Black family life and asked “Why would Blacks is now being defined primarily accept same-sex orientation?” Be as “single female-headed house- it bible or Quran, God is very holds.” Seventy percent of Black clear: “If a man also lie with www.washingtoninformer.com The Washington Informer July 11, 2013 - July 17, 2013 17 health

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President Barack Obama greets residents of Gorée Island, Senegal. / Photo courtesy of The White House

Students listen as First Lady Michelle Obama delivers remarks during her visit to President Barack Obama looks out a cell window as he and First Lady Michelle Obama tour the Maison Martin Luther King Middle School, an all-girls school in Dakar, Senegal. / Photo des Esclaves Museum on Gorée Island, Senegal. / Photo courtesy of The White House courtesy of The White House

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By Dorothy Rowley classes on an extended-day WI Staff Writer learning schedule – or 90 min- utes longer than students at A new initiative that will sep- other city high schools. arate incoming freshmen from “Our first ninth-grade acad- repeat ninth-graders at District emy did extremely well, and high schools this fall, has raised the program we administered eyebrows while being given a [in 2012-13] had a 97 percent thumbs-up by a school admin- passing rate. So it looks like ev- istrator who says a similar proj- erybody’s trying to follow what ect he developed at his school we’ve been doing,” he said. works. “I told the chancellor that I The program which ensures had done the same thing a few the smooth transition of new years ago, and she gave me the ninth-graders into high school approval to move forward with offers the newcomers the the project at Dunbar,” Jackson support to succeed with the said. creation of small ninth-grade Other high schools in- academies at schools across volved in the effort to remove the District. They include Bal- over-aged ninth-graders from lou, Anacostia and Dunbar regular classrooms include high schools, where both tru- Coolidge, Eastern, Roosevelt, New freshmen at nine District high schools will be enrolled in programs designed to bolster their academic, social and ancy and dropout rates have Wilson and Woodson. emotional needs. /Courtesy Photo remained problematic over the As part of an ongoing effort years. to overhaul the entire District “They’re actually using Dun- of Columbia Public School as] the impact this initiative will be,” Henderson, 43, said. bar’s example, which has been (DCPS) system, Chancellor fully transition and succeed in have [reducing] truancy and a model with its successful Kaya Henderson said the plan high school. Administrators contend that academy,” said principal Steven ensures that this year’s incom- “We know that ninth grade [helping] us meet our strategic the strategy behind the acad- Jackson, whose students attend ing crop of freshman success- is a critical transition year and goals of raising proficiency and emies is to separate repeat data show us that without the graduation rates.” ninth-graders from incoming right supports, our students are Many DCPS students must freshmen so that they’re not at a high risk of truancy,” Hen- repeat their freshman year, and unduly influenced by older derson said in a release from the chancellor stated during a students, this innovative pro- her office regarding the initia- recent D.C. Council meeting gram is designed to meet the Quality Printers tive, which is an extension of that the odds of succeeding academic, social and emotional once students become a third- 301 Kennedy street, nW, Washington dC 20011 Jackson’s program. “It’s clear needs of the new students. that we need to do something time ninth-grader are relatively According to a statement tel: 202-291-6565 differently, [and] I’m excited low. issued on June 29 by Hender- about the opportunities that “The same old, same old is Print sPeCiaLs the ninth-grade academies will not going to get these young FULL COLOr 2 siDeD provide our students, [as well people to where they need to See SCHOOLS on Page 21 5000 Color Business Cards 00 LARGE MARGE CATERING $219. “A Pinch of Soul in Every Bite” 5000 Postcards/Flyers Low-Cost Meal Delivery 00 Perfect for Seniors & Persons with Special Needs $249. Get 10 Meals for only $100!!!  Diabetic and Renal Affected Dieters PrinteD tee shirts  Weight Lose 00  Persons with Limited Mobility & Incomes $12.  Fresh Unprocessed & Delicious Food  Gift Certificates Available Printing anD COPYing serViCes  Prepared by only Certified Chefs l Copies l tickets & Flyers  Normal Diet Meals also Available l Color Copies l Booklets  Free Delivery to Your Door (D.C. only) l Fax l Contracts l tee shirts l Bindery service Contact Chef Tanya l scan & email service l type & design service l lamination l Buttons Phone: (202) 710-7528 Email: [email protected] 10% OFF Car Magnets & signs Website: www.largemargecatering.com

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SCHOOLS these students ha- continued from Page 20 ven’t progressed, ” White, 29, said. son’s office, research “Something defi- regarding the ninth nitely needs to be grade describes that done and I’d want period as a critical to see school offi- time for students cials offer a holistic when it comes to approach [to] help- their success in high- ing failing students er education and the get back on track.” workforce. But a veteran Meanwhile, discus- DCPS educator said sions are still being that overall, school held among school officials are missing officials on address- the point with the ing the academic academies. needs of DCPS re- “The repeat stu- peat ninth-graders dents aren’t learning – many of whom are because their teach- poised for enrollment ers are not being at alternative learning allowed to teach,” facilities. said Paulette Tilgh- In Dunbar’s case – man, 65, who also /Courtesy Photo and others following taught in Prince its lead – students George’s County who lag behind, have Public Schools be- the opportunity to enroll in “I don’t have failing students they’re not going to [repeat the students who’ve been held fore retiring after 33 years in the “Twilight Academy,” which in my school,” said Jackson. grades] at my school.” back will be ostracized. the classroom. caters to over-aged students “Either they attend the Twi- Ward 8 School Board mem- “It’s my hope that DCPS “The problem is the way the who’ve failed ninth grade more light Academy or they go to ber Trayon White, said both he will offer wrap-around ser- DCPS system is set up. And, it’s than once. summer school – in any case, and parents are concerned that vices to get to the core of why set up for failure,” she said.wi

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“I think the curfew is effective D.C. Summer Youth if it is enforced by the police,” said parent Verna Clayborne, 65, of Northeast. Her grandsons, Curfew Hours in Effect ages 15 and 10, are covered by the curfew. “It should not be By Margaret Summers ing their due process and equal selectively enforced against just WI Contributing Writer protection rights. Striking down African-American kids,” she the curfew law 15 months after said. It’s summer. Daylight hours its implementation, U.S. District “It keeps young people from are longer, and the weather is Judge Emmet Sullivan ruled that just hanging around the streets at warmer. Teens in the District, as the District failed to prove that night, increasing the possibility elsewhere, are outdoors at night, communities would be safer be- that they will get into trouble or enjoying vacation from school. cause of the curfew. The curfew get shot,” said Clayborne. But the District, and more law was reinstated in 1999 after a Studies concerning the ef- than 500 cities nationally, enforc- federal appeals court review. fectiveness of youth curfews in es a curfew law for young teens Alali said the law applies to curbing juvenile crime are mixed. in the summer, and during the District youth 17 and under, The District, and more than 500 cities nationally, enforces a curfew law for Some indicate that crimes by mi- young teens in the summer, and during the rest of the year. The District’s rest of the year. The District’s even those who visit the city nors occur more often during from somewhere else. Parents or curfew is administered by the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD), Pa- curfew is administered by the trol Services and School Security Bureau, School Safety Division. /Courtesy the hours immediately after legal guardians are subject to a Metropolitan Police Department Photo school than during the curfew (MPD), Patrol Services and $500 fine or community service hours. Others claim that curfews School Security Bureau, School if they allow a youth to violate decrease juvenile crimes. Safety Division. the curfew. Youth caught in the are standing on a sidewalk linking Alali. “If they are not with a par- The City Mayors Foundation, “The summer curfew hours streets after curfew can be or- their residence to that of a next ent or guardian, they have to be an international urban affairs are in effect for July and August dered to perform up to 25 hours door neighbor if the neighbor with an adult 21 or older.” think tank, documented about only,” said MPD Police Officer of community service. doesn’t complain to the police. ACLU legal director Arthur B. 100 cities with school hour Youth violate the curfew law Araz Alali of the Executive Of- They are exempted when attend- Spitzer still believes the law is a curfews. The District, Prince if they are in or on a street, park, fice of the Chief of Police’s Of- ing, and traveling to or from, a bad idea. George’s County and Baltimore, or other outdoor public venue, fice of Communication. “Sum- District of Columbia-sponsored “I think it’s enforced strin- Md., Virginia Beach, and Rich- in a vehicle, or on the premises mer hours are 12:01 a.m. to 6 activity, a religious or school ac- gently in some places more mond, Va., enforce youth curfew a.m. daily.” of any District establishment tivity, or any activity sponsored than others,” said Spitzer. “It laws. From September through during curfew hours, Alali said. by a similar group that takes re- has unfair consequences, but we Alali said the District cur- June, curfew hours are 11 p.m. to They are exempted from the sponsibility for minors. Youth (ACLU) went as far as we could few law educates parents about 6 a.m. Sunday through Thursday, law if they are accompanied by exercising their constitutional- go with it (to the federal appeals youth activities and resources and 12:01 a.m. to 6 a.m. Saturday a parent or guardian; if they are ly protected First Amendment court).” here. A complete list of agencies and Sunday. The Saturday cur- on an errand given to them by rights, including free speech, re- “Some kids have (homes and organizations providing ac- few starts at 12:01 a.m. Friday. a parent or guardian and they ligion and right of assembly, are with) backyards and air condi- tivities and resources, and their Passed in 1995 by the D.C. don’t detour or stop; if they are contact information, is available Council, The Juvenile Curfew working or returning home from likewise exempt. tioned recreation rooms, while online at [email protected], Act was devised to protect Dis- a job without detouring or stop- They are not exempted if they others have nowhere to go but trict residents, and nonresidents, ping; if they are involved in an are accompanied by a slightly the streets,” he added. and by phone at the District’s from juvenile crime. The ACLU emergency; or if they are riding older teen, or someone who is One parent likes the curfew as Answers Please! Helpline, (202) of the National Capitol Area in a vehicle involved in interstate 20. “The ‘magic’ age is 21,” said long as it’s fair. INFO-211 (463-6211). wi challenged the law as unfairly travel. focusing on minors, and violat- They are also exempted if they

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Egypt: Change is the Only Constant Last week’s coup d’etat in Egypt is a not-too-subtle reminder that the revolution which led to the ouster of former President Hosni Mabarak a year ago is far from over. Almost a year to the day that a majority of the populace elected President Mohamad Morsi, he was swept from office by a popular uprising of disaffected Egyptians who chafed under what they said were his dictatorial tendencies and disdain for the secular segment of the populace. The military has Morsi under house arrest, rounded up Muslim Brotherhood leadership, and they shut down television stations with close ties to Morsi. And what began months ago as relatively peaceful protests is now turning deadly. On Monday, the political wing of the Brotherhood, an Islam- ic-based movement, called for a popular uprising by pro-Morsi sup- porters against the military after soldiers are said to have opened fire on Morsi supporters who had gathered outside the building where they believe Morsi is being held. According to state TV, soldiers killed 51 and wounded 435. It is not far-fetched that the conflicts could slide the country into civil war. Morsi’s sudden and stunning fall from grace came as the coun- try’s powerful military leaders made good on their veiled threats to Morsi that they would intervene if he didn’t respond to the people’s demands. And we saw compelling images of millions of anti-Morsi crowds crammed into Tahrir Square celebrating his departure with cheers and fireworks. Yet it’s becoming clear that the coup is likely just the latest sal- vo in what will probably be a protracted battle for the soul of the country. A Must See Exhibit got me to thinking about some familiar?) and “we even elected a As the Arab Spring broke out first in Tunisia and other parts of American History. After the Civ- Black President.” the Arab world, the hope was that people who yearned for great- at Folger! il War, America needed to add Once again the courts are Reading Margaret Summers’ er political, social and economic freedoms would gain these ideals amendments to the Constitution handing back to those states article, “Shakespeare Writings In- and practical desires. But the Egyptian political, religious and social in order for African Americans their so-called “sovereignty” and spired South African Prisoners,” to have the right to vote. There we have a Congress willing to landscape is quite complex. July 4, 2013 brought tears of joy Egyptian journalist Wael Gamal notes that the January 30, 2012 were more black elected officials keep its eyes closed, probably for to my eyes. It is just so powerful in the southern states, both lo- another 100 years. revolution that ousted Mubarak “has not yet realized a single suc- to think of how a book can be so cal and congressional, than ever. cess, with the exception of the removal of Mubarak, a few of his inspirational to individuals facing When the Union troops left the John C. Miles men, and the dismantling of his ruling party.” such brutality and despair. south and those states got their Washington, D.C. In the meantime, he said, the Supreme Council of the Armed I have read Shakespeare’s writ- so-called “sovereignty” back, a Forces and the Brotherhood, “took care to reproduce the old re- ings on different occasions, but reign of terror was unleashed gime, politically, economically, and in the security services.” These never in my wildest imagination on the black residents of those reproductions, Gamal added, were carefully tailored to prevent the could I have read and appreci- states like never seen before in ated those verses like the indi- What Do YoYouu Think? translation of changes in the balance of social and political forces American history. viduals incarcerated at Robben (millions of ordinary people breaking into the world of politics) So, 100 years later Congress Island prison must have. It’s so passed another law, The Voting We’d’d LikeLike To KnowKnow. into actual authority. inspiring. This is one exhibit I “Not even one basic reform of the wage system, the redistribu- Rights Act, to ensure that the will not miss. Nelson Mandela is right to vote was upheld, anoth- tion of wealth, or corruption has been realized. The police have un- the greatest person ever and my er law so we could vote. Chief E-mail Us: dergone no reforms whatsoever, and the security’s grip on society is prayers go out to him and his Justice Roberts and his crew, news@ family. as tight as ever,” he said. including Justice Thomas, call washingtoninformer.com Which is why, according to Professor Khaled Shaalan, we might themselves Constitutionalists, or be witnessing “the emergence of a true grassroots democratic alter- Betty Jean Cable trying to adhere to the original native in the Arab world’s largest country.” Washington, D.C. framing of our Constitution as Write Us: In order to protect their interests in the country, he said, the U.S., closely as possible. Remember The Washington Informer what we had to do in order to Britain and their allies have invested heavily in a tamer version of 3117 MLK Ave, SE Islamist rule as practiced by the Muslim Brotherhood “as they seek The Right to Vote get the right to vote; it wasn’t Washington, D.C. 20032 to take over the Middle East from post-colonial populist regimes The article “Voting Rights Act: in the original one. So Roberts living long past their expiration dates.” Supreme Court Decision Shifts says in his argument “that there Focus to Congress,” in the July are more Black elected officials So the millions who took to the streets on June 30 have thrown a 4, 2013 edition of the Informer in the south,” (does that sound monkey wrench into Western plans and as the country moves for- ward may take Egypt in another direction, “even if only by begin- Readers' Mailbox ning to address different possibilities regarding the future of Egypt, The Washington Informer welcomes letters to the editor about articles we publish or issues its people and its regional state of affairs,” Shaalan said. affecting the community. Write to: [email protected] or send to: 3117 Martin Luther King Jr Ave., SE, Washington, D.C. 20032. Please note that we are unable to publish letters that do not include a full name, address and phone number. We look forward to hearing from you.

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Guest Columnist Rep. Eddie Berniece Johnson ‘I Recall Having to Pay a Poll Tax’

prevented from voting because right to vote, an opportunity to mostly located in the southern mute Section 5, and allow states they had to pay a “poll tax” be- participate in American democ- United States, had to receive to amend voting procedures and fore they could vote. The tax racy. The federal government clearance or prior approval from practices as they see fit without With its ruling on the Voting represented a mean-spirited and prohibited the use of a poll tax the Justice Department or a fear of federal intervention. Rights Act, the Supreme Court vicious way of keeping hundreds in national elections in 1964 with federal court before they could Those who advocated for rad- has taken the country back to a of thousands of people from the passage of the 24th Amend- institute changes in voting meth- ical changes in the Voting Rights time when racial minorities were voting. The objection to elim- ment to the U.S. Constitution. ods or engage in redistricting. Act said that increasing numbers not able to participate equita- inating the poll tax was that it The court’s current assault on In its ruling, the court did not of racial minorities participated bly in the voting process. The would allow people of color to the Voting Rights Act prevents alter Section 5. Instead, it ruled in state and national elections. court’s decision is disgraceful to “flood the polls.” the federal government from en- that the formula, detailed in Sec- They even pointed to the elec- civil rights leaders and legislators I recall having to pay a poll tax suring that states with a history tion 4 of the Voting Rights Act, tion of President Barack Obama who have fought to preserve to vote in Texas. The practice of racial discrimination will not used to determine which states as a reason for the elimination equal voting rights in this coun- began in my state in 1902. It did enact voting methods and proce- should be covered by Section 5, of federal oversight and inter- try. not end until 1966. During those dures that will deny a very signif- went beyond constitutional lim- vention. It reminds me of a time in our 64 years, hundreds of thousands icant right and duty. its and used data that was outdat- history when minorities were of our citizens were denied the Prior to that time nine states, ed. The effect of that ruling is to See johnson on Page 45

Guest Columnist By George E. Curry Race and the Supreme Court

society. certain unalienable rights…” In his typically Orwellian segregation. The belief that we are now That was as big a lie in 1776 as manner, Supreme Court Justice “Slaveholders argued that In their fondest dreams con- living in “post racial” America is the insistence today that Amer- Clarence Thomas likens affir- slavery was a ‘positive good’ servative policymakers and be- as flawed as the decision by the ican society has moved beyond mative action programs which that civilized blacks and elevat- lievers in the United States insist country’s Founding Fathers to the place where race must be admit Black students into elite ed them in every dimension of that times have changed so much ignore the contradictions caused considered in employment affir- academic colleges, and into law life,” Thomas wrote in his sepa- in this country since the days of by the several slave-holding mative action plans in order to and medical schools, with slav- rate opinion on Fisher v. Univer- chattel slavery that race-centered states who, nevertheless, were “level the playing field” for those ery itself. He said the University sity of Texas at Austin. “A centu- solutions to that unholy crime needed to sign on to Thomas who were robbed of their labor of Texas at Austin’s admissions ry later, segregationists similarly against humanity now unjustly Jefferson’s Declaration of Inde- for 310 years and never com- policy – recently sent by the Su- asserted that segregation was not discriminate on the beneficiaries pendence which declared, hypo- pensated; and for educational preme Court to a lower court for only benign, but good for black of America’s “peculiar institu- critically: “We hold these truths affirmative action programs for reconsideration – itself amount- students. tion.” Those beneficiaries are the to be self-evident, that all men those who were once prohibited ed to discrimination and com- “Following in these inauspi- sons and daughters of the slave are created equal, that they are by law to even be taught to read pared the school’s affirmative owners, and everyone else in this endowed by their creator with the Bible. action program to slavery and See curry on Page 45

Guest Columnist By Bill Fletcher, Jr. Accepting Racist Insults without Reservation

prised. The Washington, D.C. the team and their allies have re- larger percentage of the popu- Atlanta Braves ‘tomahawk chop’; area has a love affair with the fused to relent. I am sure that lation? One of the hypocrisies entitling a team the “Washington Washington football team, and after reading the results of the of U.S. society is that there are Redskins.” We rarely stop to I was struck when I opened this includes large numbers of poll they feel vindicated. names of rivers, bridges, roads, think that those who are directly the Washington Post the other African Americans. There have Within the story there was an parks, cars, trucks, sports teams insulted by such representations day and saw the headline on a been many groups and individ- interesting parenthetical point: and other items derived from are the descendants of those front-page story: “Poll: Area uals who, over the years, have “There weren’t enough Native the names of populations that who faced a genocide which residents want Redskins to keep requested that the name of the Americans among the poll’s have ceased to exist as a result many people in the U.S.A. con- name.” Approximately 61 per- team be changed. There have 1,106 respondents for meaning- of one of the world’s most hor- tinue to glorify. cent of area sports fans feel that been conferences concerning ful comparison; Native Ameri- rendous cases of genocide. We To sit back and find justifica- the Washington Redskins should this and testimonies offered to cans make up less than 1 percent encounter these names every day tion for the ongoing usage of keep their name despite the fact the effect that the name is a rac- of the population in the region, and never stop to think about such racist imagery is, in fact, that large numbers of Native ist insult to Native Americans, according to Census data.” the significance of this fact. We to not only turn a blind eye to a Americans and their supporters the equivalent of calling them Would this debate look some- then create bizarre representa- racist insult, but it is to be com- recognize it to be a racist insult. the “Washington Ni---rs.” De- what different if we were dis- tions of these populations as if I am not sure why I was sur- spite these pleas, the owners of cussing an issue affecting a it is all in good humor, e.g., the See fletcher on Page 45 www.washingtoninformer.com The Washington Informer July 11, 2013 - July 17, 2013 27 opinions/editorials

Guest Columnist By Lee A. Daniels The Supreme Court’s True Colors

Scalia, Clarence Thomas, and Marriage Act and in upholding a ly against people of color, White dential election. Samuel Alito is no surprise. But lower court’s ruling invalidating women, and gays and lesbians – Similarly, an oily pretense satu- their contempt for using the law California’s anti-gay marriage remains a constant in large and rates the conservatives’ positions to right injustice and expand the Proposition 8. And finally, these small ways. in the Vance, Voting Rights, and Last week, the Supreme franchise of democracy has nev- justices’ callous conservatism The conservatives’ opinions affirmative action cases. They Court’s conservative faction re- er before been so nakedly dis- was at the heart of the court’s of last week have as much to have nothing to do with racial vealed more clearly than ever played limiting workers’ protections do with establishing “fairness” fairness. Instead, like the noto- before its true colors. It showed The conservative justices’ pos- against harassment in the work- as the court’s infamous Citizens rious 1896 Supreme Court deci- that in the political war over ture was apparent not just in the place. That latter decision, Vance United decision of 2010 had sion in Plessy v. Ferguson, they America’s future it supports decisions narrowing affirmative v. Ball State University, received to do with “free speech” for hide their intent to shore up those who want to return to the action and eviscerating the key far less media attention than the multi-billion-dollar corporations. White privilege behind sham no- exclusionary policies and prac- “pre-clearance” provision of other cases. On the contrary, it was merely tions of “color-blindness.” tices of the past. the Voting Rights Act of 1965. But, like them, it underscores the smokescreen for freeing the It’s worth remembering that That this is guiding principle It showed itself as well in the the fact that, albeit the progress conservative elite to spend bil- in the Plessy era, a rhetorical al- of Chief Justice John Roberts court’s decision properly strik- forged in protecting individuals’ lions of dollars to defeat Presi- and Associate Justices Antonin ing down the federal Defense of rights, discrimination – especial- dent Obama in the 2012 presi- See daniels on Page 46

Guest Columnist By James Clingman Black Sports Agents Strike Out with Black Athletes

and agents, thereby, putting as African American players… they They are noted more for their am not using a broad brush to much as 5 percent of their con- wear Kente cloth and talk about shoe, soft drink, and fast food paint all Black athletes (and en- tertainers). I know many of Let me make a “pitch” (pun in- tract amount into someone else’s pride in their heritage, but when commercials, rather than their them are doing very positive tended) for Black sports agents. economy. For years now, we have it comes to business affairs, they commitments to conscious cap- things when it comes to support- Watching the NBA playoffs and seen this intriguing phenome- don’t use African American law- italism. They have become fash- ing African American business finals was more than an exercise non. In 1995, Black Enterprise yers, agents, or accountants.” ion icons instead of paragons of persons and causes. In addition, in pulling for my favorite teams; magazine ran an article titled You would think African Black empowerment. My sug- far be it from me to dictate to it was also a very frustrating ex- “MVPs,” that shed light on this American college graduates gestion to one of my students anyone how to spend their mon- perience for me because I tend subject R. David Ware, noted for would know better. But, in my who played basketball at the ey. So, please, as you read this, to look at most things from an negotiating the largest non-quar- opinion, they lack a conscious- University of Cincinnati was to just take it as a recommendation economic perspective. terback (Barry Sanders) contract ness that would have them act develop a relationship with a fel- for economic empowerment for While Black athletes domi- in the NFL, voiced his frustra- otherwise, and many have vir- low student who was majoring in Black people. nate football and basketball, and tion about the situation this way: tually no knowledge, or interest finance, law, or business, and hire As our young boys and girls are have a major presence in base- “It is so disheartening that so for that matter, in Black business that person as an agent when he ball, relatively few of them hire few African Americans are giv- history and the role they play in turned professional. Black attorneys, accountants, en the opportunity to represent this nation’s economic system. Let me pause here and say, I See clingman on Page 46

ASKIA-AT-LARGE By Askia Muhammad It’s All, All about Race

else in this society. the insistence today that Ameri- Black students into elite academic University of Texas at Austin. “A The belief that we are now liv- can society has moved beyond the colleges, and into law and medical century later, segregationists simi- ing in “post racial” America is as place where race must be consid- schools, with slavery itself. He said larly asserted that segregation was ered in employment affirmative the University of Texas at Austin’s not only benign, but good for black In their fondest dreams con- flawed as the decision by the coun- try’s Founding Fathers to ignore action plans in order to “level the admissions policy – recently sent students. servative policymakers and believ- the contradictions caused by the playing field” for those who were by the Supreme Court to a lower “Following in these inauspicious ers in the United States insist that several slave-holding states who, robbed of their labor for 310 years court for reconsideration – itself footsteps, the University would times have changed so much in this nevertheless, were needed to sign and never compensated; and for amounted to discrimination and have us believe that its discrimina- country since the days of chattel on to Thomas Jefferson’s Dec- educational affirmative action pro- compared the school’s affirmative tion is likewise benign. I think the slavery that race-centered solutions laration of Independence which grams for those who were once action program to slavery and seg- lesson of history is clear enough: Ra- to that unholy crime against hu- declared, hypocritically: “We hold prohibited by law to even be taught regation. cial discrimination is never benign,” manity now unjustly discriminate these truths to be self-evident, that to read the Bible. “Slaveholders argued that slavery he wrote in his 20-page opinion. on the beneficiaries of America’s all men are created equal, that they In his typically Orwellian man- was a ‘positive good’ that civilized What remains unclear to me, “peculiar institution.” Those bene- are endowed by their creator with ner, Supreme Court Justice Clar- blacks and elevated them in every however is how being admitted into ficiaries are the sons and daughters certain unalienable rights…” ence Thomas likens affirmative dimension of life,” Thomas wrote of the slave owners, and everyone That was as big a lie in 1776 as action programs which admit in his separate opinion on Fisher v. See Muhammad on Page 46

28 July 11, 2013 - July 17, 2013 The Washington Informer www.washingtoninformer.com Januwa Moja: Art as a Reflection of Black Life

By Barrington M. Salmon artist in this field for many years, designers to look to,” she said. don’t and didn’t look to Europe but the only example I had was WI Staff Writer it’s fantastic being here and get- “Eventually, I did find a few, for theory or style. I’m always the European runway show.” ting recognized for this body of kept going. It made me feel re- trying to relate back to Africa for Moja said she creates mosaics For more than 40 years, Janu- work.” ally good that I traveled as much my work.” out of glass and adorns furniture “It’s major being here because wa Moja has designed exquisite as I did. I did what was culturally “I felt like I was on an island, “but my first love is fashion.” about two million people pass “It takes time to become a de- African-inspired outfits far from relative – using Africa and the but it was refreshing. In the early the runways of London, Paris through over the course of two signer and it takes a while to gain Diaspora as my springboard. I ’70s I began to want to display and Milan. weeks. There are people from notoriety,” she said with a chuck- Her passion is fueled by the everywhere. It looks good to say le. “In terms of runway shows desire to present the art, crafts you did the Folklife Festival.” or where other fashion designers and motifs of the African Dias- The festival ran from June 26 to are, that’s not my domain. I love poric experience in the purest, June 30 and July 3 through July what I do and I’m not going to most positive terms. 7. compromise.” During the Smithsonian In- And it’s just as satisfying to Moja said she loves finding stitution’s 47th Annual Folklife represent, Moja added with a ways to celebrate Africa, adding Festival, Moja presented a con- hearty laugh. that she draws on fashion styles, temporary wearable art fash- “Black people have always trends and materials from far- ion show titled, “The Will to been a people of adornment,” flung communities in Mali, Gha- Adorn: African American Di- she said. “We’ve always celebrat- na, Cuba and Brazil. versity, Style and Identity.” The ed nature in our environment, in “I’ve been doing fashion phrase, “the will to adorn,” was our adornment. It’s important shows for about 20 years and made popular by novelist Zora for the next generation to see us they’ve gotten me a lot of [at- Neale Hurston, Moja said, and as designers, shoe crafters and tention] and coverage from all captured a unique artistic form textile designers.” over,” she said. “I’ve had fashion not often seen by large numbers The festival is held on the Na- shows in Europe and Brazil and of mainstream Americans. The tional Mall and visitors sample studied textile arts in Ghana, and show explored the style, artist- a smorgasbord of cultural cus- then I came back [to the U.S] and ry, traditions and social histories toms, beliefs, rituals and practic- [presented my work]. I’ve had that have shaped these sartorial es presented through traditional fashion shows at various muse- expressions. music, dance, art and food. ums. I always saw my garments “It’s my first time doing the Moja, a noted designer, artist as more on the level of classics.” festival,” Moja exulted. “It’s ex- and Baltimore native laughed as “Whenever someone comes she reflected on how far she’s citing and I take it to be histor- Fashion designer and artist Januwa Moja rocked the runway on Sunday, to a fashion show and tells you ical because we haven’t had a come. July 7, with her African-inspired designs during the Smithsonian’s 47th that the beauty brought tears to presence – designers, hatmakers “In the ’60s, when I was com- Annual Folklife Festival on the National Mall. As always, the Northwest their eyes, made them cry, and and what we wear has never been ing up I was just working out designer’s intent is to present the arts, crafts and motifs of the African Dias- a focus. As an African-American of a passion. I didn’t have great poric experience. /Photos by Roy Lewis See moja on Page 30 www.washingtoninformer.com The Washington Informer July 11, 2013 - July 17, 2013 29 LIFESTYLE

moja EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY - continued from Page 29 Sunshine Early Learning Center then I knew I was on the mark, that I was doing more than a fashion show.” Moja also works in mosaics LEAD TEACHER. Design & evaluate and textiles and builds ancestral lesson plans which allow individual altars. Recently, she built a shrine for deceased members of the learning. Belmont Arts Collective which was displayed at the Belmont 40 hrs/wk. M-F. Sunshine Early Learning Arts Reunion in Mount Rainier, Center. Md., in May. As a visitor climbs the stairs Send resumes to [email protected]. to the spacious living room of Fashion designer Januwa Moja, far right, beams during the fashion show’s Moja’s Northwest home, notes finale as models strut down the catwalk in her African-inspired designs. The from John Coltrane’s saxo- fashion show, “The Will to Adorn,” was part of the Smithsonian’s 47th Annual Folklife Festival on the National Mall. /Photos by Roy Lewis phone gently waft throughout the space decorated from floor to ceiling with African masks, carvings, statues, crafted objects

and paintings amassed over the THE BOYS ARE BACK past 20 years. The collection hails from countries including Benin, Mali and Burkina Faso. A number of the pieces were cre- ated by Moja and her husband, fellow artist and sculptor Uzikee Nelson. A video of Moja’s 2012 trip to Cuba captures her fashion show titled, Visual Praise Song, with models from the United States and Cuba styling in stunning air- brushed, beaded, hand-stitched, embroidered and quilted Afri- can clothing Moja designed. The show honored the Yoruba Deity Oshun, patron saint of Cuba. The river goddess is often asso- ciated with mirrors which is why many of the models carried fans with mirrors attached. The female models sashayed down the catwalk in flowing dresses, gowns, skirts, and tops of tie-dyed fabric, Walafa fab- ric, netting and other textured materials in vibrant reds, blues, ochres, yellows and browns. And the men epitomized cool. Gratified to be a designer and artist for four decades, Moja said her eyes are on the next gener- ation. “Anyone who is 50 or older is in the legacy stage of their lives. The question is what you leave COLUMBIA PICTURES PRESENTS A HAPPY MADISON PRODUCTION for others, what will others see A FILM BY DENNIS DUGAN ADAM SANDLER “GROWN UPS 2” KEVIN JAMES CHRIS ROCK DAVID SPADE SALMA HAYEK MAYA RUDOLPH M USIC MUSIC of what you’ve done?” she said. MARIA BELLO NICK SWARDSON SUPERVISION BY MICHAEL DILBECK BROOKS ARTHUR KEVIN GRADY BY RUPERT GREGSON-WILLIAMS EXECUTIVE WRITTEN PRODUCED “I use my art as much as I can PRODUCERS BARRY BERNARDI ALLEN COVERT BY FRED WOLF & ADAM SANDLER & TIM HERLIHY BY ADAM SANDLER JACK GIARRAPUTO DIRECTED to make people feel good about BY DENNIS DUGAN who we are and our place in the JULY 12 world. It’s spiritual upliftment. CHECK LOCAL LISTINGS FOR THEATERS AND SHOWTIMES As long as I’m here, I’ll be doing upliftment through the arts” she said with a smile. wi

30 July 11, 2013 - July 17, 2013 The Washington Informer www.washingtoninformer.com /Courtesy Photo Brings Soul to Jill Scott Wolf Trap By Stacy M. Brown unique sound, is known for such Scott, who recently gave birth to WI Contributing Writer hits as, “God Bless the Child,” a son and now calls Los Angeles “Hate on Me,” Gettin’ in the Way,” home, told Billboard Magazine in Fresh off her triumphant and “A Long Walk.” 2012 that she now has a renewed homecoming concert in Philadel- She has received rave reviews sense of self. phia on the Fourth of July and a on cable TV and the Silver Screen. “I’m sassy again, stronger,” she stirring performance at the Es- She won the prestigious Peabody said. sence Music Festival in New Or- Award for the lead character, Mma “Having my son … I need him leans on July 6, Jill Scott brings her Ramotswe in HBO’s, “The No. 1 to see me be as amazing as I can. I Ladies Detective Series,” and she super-sized afro, megawatt smile haven’t arrived at amazing yet. I’m earned stellar reviews for her role and, most importantly, her soulful in the process. But, I want him to voice to the Filene Center at Wolf in Tyler Perry’s 2007 film, “Why see me grow and I want to get an- Trap in Vienna, Va., on Monday, Did I Get Married?” other 30 years out of this amazing July 15. Scott wowed her hometown The three-time Grammy with a performance on the Ben- life of being an artist.” award-winning singer, actress and jamin Franklin Parkway in Phila- Her opening act, promises to poet, takes center stage at the delphia on July 4 to celebrate the get the crowd in the mood. majestic outdoor venue and will holiday. She then boarded a flight DeVaughn, 38, hails from New- be joined by neo-soul and Mar- to New Orleans where she joined ark, N.J., however, the Coppin vin Gaye inspired artist, Raheem LL Cool J, Maxwell, Brandy and State graduate, who has lived in DeVaughn, during the 8 p.m. con- others at the annual Essence Mu- Prince George’s County for many cert. sic Festival. years is a local favorite. DeVaughn The Philadelphia born Scott, Scott belted out such hits as, has earned three Grammy Award 41, began her career collaborating “Cross My Mind,” “A Long Walk,” nominations and has two top 10 with such musical stars as, The and “Hate on Me,” in Philly and albums. Roots, Will Smith and Common. New Orleans to capacity crowds. DeVaughn’s debut album, “The In 1998, Scott released her dou- The singer’s all-male back-up Love Experience,” in 2005 fea- ble platinum debut CD, “Who is group, The Pipes, also proved to tured the hit singles, “Guess Who Jill Scott?” be crowd pleasers at both shows, Loves You More,” and “You.” Since then, Scott has released as they performed H-Town’s, several other critically-acclaimed “Knockin’ Da Boots.” His 2008 follow-up CD, “Love CDs, including “The Light of The songstress choked up Behind the Melody,” featured the the Sun,” which debuted in 2011 during an emotional performance singles, “Woman,” and “Custom- at No. 1 on the Billboard Album of “Quick,” and finished off her er.” wi Chart. The album featured the hit sets with a rendition of, “He Loves Tickets for the concert range from $40 single, “So in Love.” Me,” in both English and Spanish to $95 and can be purchased at www. Scott, who blends spoken word – a song that highlighted her oper- wolftrap.org or by calling 877-965- with R&B and soul to create her atic range. 3872. www.washingtoninformer.com The Washington Informer July 11, 2013 - July 17, 2013 31 LIFESTYLE Horo scopes july 11 - july 17, 2013

ARIES Mail, e-mail, or telephone brings news of a matter that demands more attention than you might think. Oppor- Griot tunity knocks at work this week. Tonight spend some qual- ity time with your family. Soul Affirmation: I keep in mind the practical side of life this week. Lucky Numbers: 7, 10, 30 “Queen of TAURUS Listen well for the indications that money can be found in an unusual place. Social and romantic interest should be your focus this evening. Love comes from what you do not say. Soul Affirmation: I let my mind go slack and tighten up my body. the Air” Lucky Numbers: 20, 37, 38 by Dean Jensen c.2013, Crown GEMINI Some people may not “get” where you’re coming from, but ask your family and significant other to give you $26.00 / $31.00 Canada time to explain your way of looking at life this week. Do 336 pages it calmly and confidentially. Soul Affirmation: I let go and let the spirit take control. Lucky Numbers: 45, 49, 54

By Terri Schlichenmeyer CANCER Now’s a better than usual time for self-reflection WI Contributing Writer and meditation. Share your ideas. They’re more valuable than you think. Appreciation comes from someone far away. You make the call. Soul Affirmation: I admit what I really want out of life this The bar was all of an inch in week. Lucky Numbers: 27, 48, 52 diameter, but it was perfect. You only needed to grab it LEO Listen carefully and follow good advice that will come and hang on, so it didn’t have to from someone you’ve often regarded as foolish. You run into be very big. It just had to hold difficulties with one of your projects; don’t worry, it’s only your weight as you swung hand- temporary. How you manage your mind will affect the even- over-hand, hung upside down, tual outcome. Soul Affirmation: The deed is done. I must wait for the results to unfold. Lucky Numbers: 8, 10, 32 and performed monkeyshines on the monkey bars when you VIRGO If there is someone or something that you’re avoid- were a kid. ing don’t panic if you find you must confront what you’ve It was so easy then. Those been hiding from. Wait for things to work themselves out. Don’t force the issue. Time solves more problems than you ever can. same moves look easy now, es- Alfredo was the long-awaited himself working beneath the pecially when done by a profes- Soul Affirmation: I seek connection with the best that is in me. Lucky son of Edward Codona, own- same roof as his beloved Leit- Numbers: 6, 15, 17 sional. But as you’ll see in the er of a traveling circus. Born zel… new book “Queen of the Air” in Mexico, Alfredo spent most So you say you love a good LIBRA Be flexible. Yes, you. There are many ways to be by Dean Jensen, what’s on the of his youth watching his sis- romance filled with drama. Add right and your lover or friend will have come up with one trapeze isn’t what’ll keep you ter, Victoria, receive tutoring on 1920s intrigue, period settings, that is different from yours. You‘ll be asked to compromise hanging. the high wire. It was her prow- elephants, and a dash of OMG, this week or you just have to give in. Remember you sometimes have Alfredo Codona didn’t be- to give a little to get a little. Soul Affirmation: I see myself as a finisher rather ess that got him to Chicago. It and you’ve got “Queen of the than a starter this week. Lucky Numbers: 23, 28, 36 lieve in love at first sight – until was she who saw his heart break Air.” he saw Leitzel. when Leitzel said their romance Author Dean Jensen, in fact, SCORPIO Use your natural magnetism to get to someone He was just 16 years old, a rel- was over. makes Leitzel and Alfredo’s sto- who might be hard to reach. If you have a problem that atively minor trapeze artist and And so, in 1909, Leitzel went ry seem more like a novel, with you need to get off your chest tell a relative or friend, don’t soon-to-be heartthrob. She was her way and Alfredo went his. rich settings and good character hold it inside. Where’s the party? Find it. You need a social setting 18, stunningly beautiful, a “dar- She married, divorced, and shaping. But it’s no novel, and in to make the magnetism work best. Soul Affirmation: I give thanks for the chance to give. Lucky Numbers: 41, 47, 52 ling with circus audiences every- married again but always had his afterword, Jensen explains where...” Smitten, he pursued lovers on the side, powerful men how he researched this “epic” SAGITTARIUS Even if you can’t be with someone you care her with single-mindedness – who visited her tent after her story. for, call that person or send a Soul Vibration to let them but the Queen of the Air had performances. Her fame grew, Long before you get that far, know you care. You’ll feel better and so will the person. Take her career to think about, and and she made “Mister John” though, you’ll be treated to a time to meditate on the good things life has in stored for you. Soul she ended the short romance. Ringling a lot of money. few hours of stupendous feats Affirmation: The success of others is the investment I make in myself. Lucky Num- Born to an unwed teenager On the trapeze, the grown- under the Big Top, and back to bers: 35, 41, 50 in 1891, Leitzel definitely had up Alfredo “had no peers.” His an innocent time that wasn’t so CAPRICORN A person is only as good as their word. If circus blood in her veins: her fame, too, was growing and he innocent after all. you have made any promises recently remember to follow father had owned a traveling had his sights set on a feat that I could barely tear myself through. People will be counting on you. Any dissatisfaction troupe; her grandmother and everyone said was impossible. away from this book, and I think you feel might come from not doing what you told someone that you aunts were all performers and He married a fellow troupe you’ll love it, too. For anyone would do. Soul Affirmation: Superficiality is often the best route to clarity. Lucky her mother was a trapeze sen- member, but he never forgot his who knows that stardust can be Numbers: 12, 18, 36 sation. first love. tarnished and magic is an illu- AQUARIUS If you’re not sure about a business deal ask It didn’t take long for Leitzel And then, 18 years after their sion, “Queen of the Air” abso- someone who knows. Asking questions now can help avoid to upstage her. last kiss, Alfred Codona found lutely soars. wi mistakes in the future. The love that you have been looking for is right in front of you. Your ability to see it improves this week. Soul Affirmation: When I am clear about who I am, the world becomes clearer. Lucky Numbers: 9, 14, 22

PISCES Your ability to display enormous grace under enor- mous pressure will be tested this week. Use your gifts this week to transcend petty criticism. Consider the source and know that you are doing just fine.Soul Affirmation: I enjoy the love that others have for me. Lucky Numbers: 8, 19, 41

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By Njuguna Kabugi tric hybrid power. Nobody else WI Contributing Writer offers that array. The Jetta Hybrid retains the Volkswagen has made a bold styling present in the rest of declaration. Executives at the the model line. While the most Germany-based carmaker have obvious differences are the announced that they plan to steer blue-highlighted VW emblem, VW into the world’s No. 1 car- keen observers will also notice maker position by 2018. While the unique wheels only available many in the industry doubt that for the hybrid. Less visible are Volkswagen, currently ranked as a number of features designed the No. 3 highest vehicle volume to help maximize aerodynam- seller in the world has enough ic efficiency and minimize road The Jetta Hybrid offers the only turbocharged engine and dual-clutch transmission in the compact hybrid class. /Photo acumen to leave Toyota, General resistance. These include a Hy- courtesy of Volkswagen of America, Inc. Motors, and the rest of the in- brid-specific air intake which dustry’s big dogs in the dust in provides a flush seal and con- low speeds. But when you push Braking, however, is a bit dis- $31,975. just five years, there are indica- trols the flow of cooling air pass- past 40, the Jetta comes alive and appointing: it is just not as well While some car buyers will tions it is retooling in the right ing through the engine compart- you’re at go-to-jail velocity much calibrated as in the competing hesitate to pay this much for a places. ment. quicker than you expect. Honda Civic Hybrid, Honda car without a premium reputa- VW’s world domination goals We drove the new Jetta Hybrid Thanks to the eager and use- Insight or Toyota Prius models. tion, the Jetta is well-furnished could be realized if drivers in the for a week and I am pleased to ful 170 horsepower and 184 Whenever I released the brakes with rarities in this class that U.S. and elsewhere take favor- say it proved itself to be a fairly pounds-feet of torque that the at a stop, sometimes the car include leather seats, Bi-Xenon ably to recent changes its made fun-to-drive, yet frugal car. With four cylinder turbo engine pro- would surge forward at other headlamps with LED DRLs to its best seller in the North fuel economy in the mid-40s, the vides, the Jetta provides eager times it would shudder. and the Active Front-Lighting American market – the Jetta. Re- 2013 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid and rapid pickup, sparing driv- Pricing for the special or- System (AFS), fog lights with designed just two years ago, the stands among the top fuel sip- ers the annoyance of the CVTs der base Jetta Hybrid begins at cornering lights, 17-inch alumi- vehicle is in its sixth generation, pers. The vehicle is the only tur- (continuously variable automatic $24,995. Our test vehicle was num-alloy wheels, a rearview and is expected to account for bo hybrid in the compact class transmissions) used in most hy- the high-end version, a Jetta SEL camera, and the Fender Premi- close to half of VW’s total U.S. and features the only dual-clutch brids. Premium hybrid, which starts at um Audio System. wi sales this year. automatic transmission. It is bigger than the last gen- The Jetta Hybrid is much eration, is more affordable and more fun to drive compared to has one of the most spacious competitors in the hybrid small rear seats in the class. It also of- passenger car market. Below fers buyers a choice of everyday 30 mph, drivers should expect gasoline power, hot-rod gasoline the middling acceleration oth- power, diesel power or gas-elec- er cars in this class dish out at

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Washington Nationals left fielder Bryce Harper faces San Diego Padres pitcher Jason Marquis in the first inning of National League action in the second game of the weekend series on Saturday, July 6 at Nationals Park in Southeast. The Nationals defeated the Padres 5-4 before 33,314 fans. Harper was informed of his selection to the 2013 All-Star game when he entered the dugout. “I’m very blessed to be part of [it],” Harper said. “I’m very excited. I have to thank the fans in D.C. and Las Vegas and everywhere else that voted for me. I’m very excited to do this. It’s just another All- Star game for me. I’m just excited. I’m looking forward to it, just being around the top guys in baseball.” /Photo by John E. De Freitas Washington Nationals pitcher Jordan Zim- mermann prepares to pitch on Saturday, July 6 at Nationals Park in Southeast. The Nationals defeated the San Diego Padres 5-4 in the second game of the weekend series. Zimmermann was selected to the 2013 All-Star roster. Zim- mermann found out he was going to the All-Star game after he was taken out of Saturday’s game. Once he entered the locker room, teammate Dan Haren gave him the news. The Nationals will be well represented in the 2013 All-Star game as outfielder Bryce Harper and right-hand pitcher Jordan Zimmermann will also be going to New York to play for the National League squad at Citi Field. Harper was voted in as a starter by Washington Nationals second baseman Anthony Rendon looks to umpire David Rackley for a decision the fans, while Zimmer- after San Diego Padres second baseman Logan Forsythe slides into base during the second game of the mann was voted in by the weekend series on Saturday, July 6 at Nationals Park in Southeast. The Nationals defeated the San players. /Photo by John E. Diego Padres 5-4. /Photo by John E. De Freitas De Freitas

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There are people we meet in nedy was a leader in our city who life who enhance our lives, and was committed to improving the we’re devastated when they leave community and creating oppor- us. One of my many mentors tunities for our city’s children, with Lyndia Grant died Friday June 28, and it seems youth and families. Appointed by unreal. I met this dynamic wom- Mayor Dianne Feinstein, Supervi- an when I lived in the San Fran- sor Kennedy cared tremendously to Washington, D.C., often; and cisco/Oakland Bay area. We met for our residents and her impact each time she came, she would under the umbrella of my soror- continues to be felt to this day.” call on me. From the airport; she ity, Gamma Phi Delta. Dr. Willie He said that she remains one would take me to dinner, I would B. Kennedy was a phenomenal of the most powerful advocates invite other sorors; and we would woman who served as the soror- for women and minority-owned gather at her hotel and stay until ity director for the Far Western businesses. Her determination the early morning hours – just Region. She installed me when I inspired him to go the extra mile, catching up. joined the organization in 1981. he said. Then, she met my family. My This week’s column is in mem- “Her courageous leadership mother would get very excited ev- ory of my friend, sorority sister, helped San Francisco realize the ery time I would tell her that Wil- and mentor. She was married to Hunters Point Shipyard-Candle- lie Kennedy was coming. Mother Superior Court Judge Joseph G. stick Point development, one of would say, “Willie B. is coming!” Kennedy who predeceased her. I San Francisco’s most important She’d prepare her best soul food met Willie Kennedy 34 years ago. development projects in a gener- meal. The entire family enjoyed Sen. Dianne Feinstein (D-Calif.), ation with incredible benefits to her presence. the 38th mayor of San Francis- the Bayview community and the My life has been elevated to co, appointed Willie Kennedy in rest of San Francisco. I was glad another level because of her. My 1981 to serve as a member of the she was able to help turn the first first ticket to attend the Con- Board of Supervisors for the City shovel of dirt on the project [that gressional Black Caucus Dinner and County of San Francisco af- represented] the beginning of the came from her and annual tickets ter the death of Ella Hill Hutch, first phase of home construc- to Dorothy Height’s dinners, as the first African-American wom- tion at The Shipyard earlier this well. She gave me love, clothing, an to hold the position. week,” Lee said. gifts, and most of all, friendship. Kennedy served with distinc- “We have lost a true friend and I will miss my friend’s presence. tion and honor until 1996 when champion of our city. Her for- Last July she invited me to spend she was appointed by the dapper titude and her resolve changed three days at her home. That was and always succinct Mayor Willie San Francisco for the better. Our our last visit together. But what a Brown to head up the Southeast thoughts and prayers remain with blessing! wi Community Facility Commission. her family and friends at this time In a statement issued by cur- of sorrow.” Lyndia Grant hosts a radio talk rent Mayor Edwin M. Lee on Let me share a bit of how show, Think on These Things, on June 28, he commended Kenne- special she was to me. Kennedy WYCB 1340 AM, Radio One, Fri- dy, 89, for her many years of out- taught me sorority politics; I be- days at 6 p.m. She speaks all across standing service. came a key figure in her quest to the country, visit her website at www. “She served as the president of become national president of our lyndiagrant.com, send comments to the Southeast Community Facili- sorority, and she won. Once elect- [email protected], or call 202- ty Commission … Willie B. Ken- ed, her role required her to travel 518-3192.

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Reverend Dr. Calvin L. Matthews • Senior Pastor 700 I. Street, NE Rev. Dr. Alton W. Jordan, Pastor Rev. Dr. Michael E. Bell, Sr., • Pastor 1200 Isle of Patmos Plaza, Northeast Rev. James Manion Washington, D.C. 20002 Rev. Paul Carrette Senior Pastor 800 I Street, NE Supply Priest Harold Andrew, Assistant Pastor 2498 Alabama Ave., SE • Washington D.C. 20020 Washington, DC 20002 Washington, DC 20018 Pastor Louis B. Jones, Office: (202) 889-7296 Fax: (202) 889-2198 • www.acamec.org 202-548-0707 Office: (202) 529-6767 Foggy Bottom • Founded in 1867 II and Pilgrim invite 4915 Wheeler Road 2008: The Year of New Beginnings “Expect the Extraordinary” Fax No. 202-548-0703 Fax: (202) 526-1661 728 23rd Street, NW • Washington, DC 20037 Oxon Hill, MD 20745 you to join us during our July and Sunday Worship Services: 8:00a.m. and 11:00a.m. Sunday Morning Worship 11:00am Church office: 202-333-3985 • Fax : 202-338-4958 August Summer schedule! Attire is 301-894-6464 Sunday Church School - 9:15a.m. & Sunday Adult Forum Bible Holy Communion – 1st Sunday Sunday Worship Services: 7:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Worship Services Christian casual. Study - 10:30a.m. Sunday School-9:45am Holy Communion: 2nd Sunday at 7:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. 2nd & 4th Monday Women’s Bible Study - 6:30p.m. Sundays: 10 a.m. Holy Eucharist Men’s Monday Bible Study – 7:00pm Sunday Church School: 9:20 a.m. Worship: Sundays@ 7:30 A.M. & Tuesday Jr./Sr. Bible Study - 10:00a.m. with Music and Hymns Schedule of Service Wednesday Night Bible Study – 7:00pm 10:00 A.M. Tuesday Topical Bible Study - 6:30p.m. Seniors Bible Study: Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. Wednesdays: 12:10 p.m. - Holy Eucharist Sunday Service: 8:30 AM & 11:00 AM Women’s Ministry Bible Study 3rd Friday -7:00pm 3rd Sunday Holy Communion/Bap- Tuesday New Beginnings Bible Study - 6:30p.m. Noon Day Prayer Service: Tuesdays at Noon Bible Study: Wednesday 7:30 PM Wednesday Pastoral Bible Study - 6:30p.m. Computer Classes- Announced tism/Consecration Bible Study: Tuesdays at 7 p.m. www.stmarysfoggybottom.org Communion Service: First Sunday Wednesday Children’s Bible Study - 6:30p.m. Family and Marital Counseling by appointment Prayer & Praise: Wednesdays Email: [email protected] Thursday Men’s Bible Study - 6:30p.m. E-mail: [email protected] Motto: “A Ministry of Reconciliation Where Everybody is @12:00 Noon www.livingwatersmd.org Friday before 1st Sunday Praise & Worship Service - 6:30p.m. Somebody!” @ 6:30 P.M. – One Hour of Power! www.CrusadersBaptistChurch.org All are welcome to St. Mary’s to Saturday Adult Bible Study - 10:00a.m. Website: http://isleofpatmosbc.org Learn, Worship, and Grow. (202) 547-8849 www.pilgrimbap- tistdc.org “The Amazing, Awesome, Audacious Allen Chapel A.M.E. Church” “God is Love” Church Email: [email protected]

Blessed Word of Life Covenant Baptist United St. Stephen Baptist Third Street Greater Mt. Calvary ST Marks Baptist Church Church of Christ Church Church of God Holy Church Come Worship with us... Drs. Dennis W. and Christine Y. Wiley, Pastors Lanier C. Twyman, Sr. Dr. Dekontee L. & Dr. Ayele A. Johnson Rev. Cheryl J. Sanders, Th.D. Bishop Alfred A. Owens, Jr.; Senior Bishop State Overseer & Evangelist Susie C. Owens – Co-Pastor St. Mark's Baptist Church Pastors 3845 South Capitol Street Senior Pastor Washington, DC 20032 5757 Temple Hill Road, Temple Hills, MD 20748 610 Rhode Island Avenue, NE 624 Underwood Street, NW 4001 14th Street, NW 1204 Third Street, NW Washington, DC 20002 (202) 562-5576 (Office) Office 301-899-8885 – fax 301-899-2555 Washington, dc 20011 Washington, DC 20011 (202) 562-4219 (Fax) Washington, DC 20001 (202) 529-4547 office • (202) 529-4495 fax (202) 265-6147 Office Sunday Early Morning Worship - 7:45 a.m. 202.347.5889 office Sunday Worship Service: 8 AM and 10:45 AM 1-800 576-1047 Voicemail/Fax SERVICES AND TIMES: Church School - 9:30 a.m. 202.638.1803 fax Dr. Raymond T. Matthews, SUNDAYS: Sunday Morning Worship – 10:45 a.m. Sunday Youth Worship Services: Tuesday – Thursday - Kingdom Building Bible Institute 1st & 4th 10:45 AM; 804 R.I. Ave., NE Schedule of Services: 10:00 am AM Worship Services Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Pastor and First Lady Marcia Matthews – 7:30 p.m. 5th 8 AM & 10:45 AM; Main Church Sunday School – 9:30 AM BIBLE STUDY: Wonderful Wednesdays in Worship Sunday Worship: 11:00 a.m. Wednesday – Prayer/Praise/Bible Study – 7:30 p.m. Prayer Services Sunday School 9:am Sunday Morning Worship Service – 11:00 AM and the Word Bible Study Wednesdays Baptism & Communion Service- 4th Sunday – 10:30am Prayer Meeting and Bible Study: Wed. 7:30 p.m. Tuesday – Noon, Wednesday 6 AM & 6:30 PM Communion Service – First Sunday 12:00 Noon; 6:30 PM (dinner @ 5:30 PM) Radio Broadcast WYCB -1340 AM-Sunday -6:00pm Worship Service 10:am Calvary Bible Institute: Year-Round Prayer Service/Bible Study – Tuesday, 6:30 PM SUNDAY SCHOOL: 9:00 AM – Hour of Power T.V. Broadcast - Channel 190 – Sunday -4:00pm/Tuesday “Ambassadors for Christ to the Nation’s Capital” 7:00am Contact Church Wed. Noon Day prayer service “An inclusive ministry where all are Communion Every 3rd Sunday www.blessedwordoflifechurch.org welcomed and affirmed.” www.thirdstreet.org Thur. Prayer service 6:45 pm “We are one in the Spirit” The Church in The Hood that will do you Good! e-mail: [email protected] www.covenantbaptistdc.org www.ssbc5757.org www.gmchc.org Thur. Bible Study 7:15 pm e-mail: [email protected] [email protected]

Campbell AME Church Twelfth Street Christian Church Reverend Daryl K. Kearney, Pastor We are proud to provide the trophies for (Disciples of Christ) 2562 MLK Jr. Ave., S E 1812 12th Street, NW Washington, DC 20020 Washington, DC 20009 the Washington Informer Spelling Bee Adm. Office 202-678-2263 Phone: 202-265-4494 Email:[email protected] Fax: 202 265 4340 Sunday Worship Service 10: am Sunday Church School 8: 45 am Reverend Dr. Paul H. Saddler Bible Study Senior Pastor Wednesday 12:00 Noon Wednesday 7:00 pm Service and Times Thursday 7: pm Sunday Worship Service 11:00 a.m. “Reaching Up To Reach Out” Communion every Sunday 11:00 a.m. Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Mailing Address Bible Study Tuesday 12Noon Campbell AME Church Pastor’s Bible Study Tuesday 6:30 p.m. 2502 Stanton Road SE Motto; “Discover Something Wonderful.” Washington, DC 20020 Website: 12thscc.org Email: [email protected]

Mt. Zion Mount Carmel Baptist Church Baptist Church 52 Years of Expert Engraving Services Rev. John W. Davis, Pastor Joseph N. Evans, Ph.D Senior Pastor 5101 14th Street, N.W. 901 Third Street N.W. Washington, DC 20011 Washington, DC. 20001 202-726-2220/ 202-726-9089 Phone (202) 842-3411 Sunday Worship Service Fax (202) 682-9423 8:00am and 11:00am Sunday Church School : 9: 30am Sunday School 9:15am Sunday Morning Worship: 10: Holy Communion 4th Sunday 10:00am 45am Prayer and Bible Study Bible Study Tuesday: 6: 00pm Wednesday 7;00pm Prayer Service Tuesday: 7:00pm Holy Communion: 3rd Sunday TV Ministry –Channel 6 10: 45am Wednesday 10:00pm [email protected] themcbc.org

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Baptist All Nations King Emmanuel Emmanuel Florida Avenue Holy Trinity Baptist Church Baptist Church Baptist Church Baptist Church United Baptist Advertise Your Church Church Rev. Daryl F. Bell Rev. Dr. James Coleman Pastor Rev. Dr. Clinton W. Austin Dr. Earl D. Trent Rev. Dr. George C. Gilbert services here: Pastor Pastor Senior Pastor SR. Pastor 2324 Ontario Road, NW 2409 Ainger Pl.,SE – WDC 20020 2001 North Capitol St, N.E. • Washington, DC 20002 Washington, DC 20009 623 Florida Ave.. NW • WDC. 20001 4504 Gault Place, N.E. Phone (202) 832-9591 (202) 678-0884 – Office Washington, D.C 20019 (202) 232-1730 (202) 678-0885 – Fax Church (202) 667-3409 • Study (202) 265-0836 call Ron Burke at Home Study (301) 464-8211 • Fax (202) 483-4009 202-397-7775 – 7184 Sunday Church School – 9:30 AM “Come Grow With Us and Establish Sunday Worship Service – 11:00 AM Sunday School – 9:30 am a Blessed Family” Sunday Worship Services: 10:00 a.m. 9:30AM. Sunday Church School Holy Communion – 1st Sunday at 11:00 AM Sunday Worship Service – 11:00 am Sunday Worship Sunday Church School: 8:45 – 9:45 a.m. Prayer – Wednesdays, 6:00 PM 11:00 Am. Sunday Worship Service Baptismal Service – 1st Sunday – 9:30 am 7:30am & 10:45am Holy Communion: Every First Sunday 202-561-4100 Bible Study – Wednesdays, 7:00 PM The Lord’s Supper 1st Sunday Holy Communion – 1st Sunday – 11:00 Baptism/Holy Communion Intercessory Prayer: Christian Education Wednesday 7:00pm Prayer & Praise Services 3rd Sunday Monday – 7:00-8:00 p.m. School of Biblical Knowledge am 7:30pm. Bible Study or email Pastor’s Bible Study: Saturdays, 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM, Prayer Meeting & Bible Study – Wednes- Family Bible Study Saturday before 4th Sunday Men, Women, Wednesday –7:45 p.m. Call for Registration day -7:30 pm Tuesdays – 6:30pm Youth Discipleship Ministries 10:30am Midweek Prayer: Prayer Service A Christ Centered Church [email protected] Website: www.allnationsbaptistchurch.com Wednesday – 7:00 p.m. “Where Jesus is the King” Tuesdays – 8:00pm [email protected] All Nations Baptist Church – A Church of Standards www.emmanuelbaptistchurchdc.org Noonday Prayer Every Thursday

Zion Baptist Church Israel Full Gospel Sermon On The Matthews Baptist Church Baptist Church Mount Temple Of Memorial Advertise Your Church Joy Apostolic Faith Baptist Church

5606 Marlboro Pike Rev. Keith W. Byrd, Sr. Rev. Dr. Morris L Shearin, Sr. Rev. Charles Y. Davis, Jr. Dr. C. Matthew Hudson, Jr, services here: District Heights, MD 20747 Pastor Pastor Sr. Pastor Pastor 301-735-6005 4850 Blagdon Ave, NW • Washington D.C 20011 1251 Saratoga Ave., NE 14350 Frederick Rd. 2616 MLK Ave., SE • Washington, DC 20020 Elder Herman L. Simms, Pastor call Ron Burke at Phone (202) 722-4940 • Fax (202) 291-3773 Washington, DC 20018 Cooksville, MD 21723 Office 202-889-3709 • Fax 202-678-3304 Sunday Worship Service (202) 269-0288 (410) 489-5069 Sunday Apostolic Worship Services 10:15AM- Praise and Worship Services 11:00 A.M and 5:00 P.M Early Worship Service 7:30a.m Sunday School 9:00am Sunday Worship Service: Sunday Worship Service: 11:00 am Worship Service 10:45a.m. Monday: Noon Bible School 10:00 A.M. Sunday School: 9:30 am New Members Class 9:30a.m. 202-561-4100 Wed. Bible Study/Prayer: 6:30-8:00 pm Communion and Feet Wash Wednesday: Noon & 7PM: Sunday School: 8:30 A.M. 4th Sunday at 5:00 P.M Holy Communion : 1st Sunday -10:45a.m Pastor’s Bible Study Ordinance of Baptism 2nd Holy Communion1st Sunday: Holy Communion 2nd Sunday Church School 9:30a.m. Pre-Marital Counseling/Venue for Weddings or email Holy Communion 4th Sunday 10:00 A.M. Prayer/Seeking Prayer, Praise and Bible Study: Prison Ministry Knowledge Base Mission Zion Baptist Church Shall; Wednesday at 8:00 P.M. Wednesday 7p.m Enlist Sinners, Educate Students, Empower the Prayer Service: Web: www.FullGospelBC.org Bible Study : Saturday: 11a.m. [email protected] Suffering, Encourage the Saints, Wednesday at 6:30 P.M. Email: [email protected] Apostolic in Doctrine, Pentecostal in Experience, Baptism: 4th Sunday – 10:45a.m and Exalt Our Savior. (Acts 2:41-47) Bible Study: “IF YOU NEED REST, THIS HOUSE IS OPEN” Holiness in Living, Uncompromised and Unchanged. “Empowered to love and Challenged to Lead a www.zionbaptistchurchdc.org Wednesday at 7:00 P.M. The Apostolic Faith is still alive –Acts 2:42 Multitude of Souls to Christ”

St. Luke Mount Moriah New Peace Baptist Church Pennsylvania Ave. Baptist Church Baptist Church Advertise Your Church Commandment Baptist Church Baptist Church services here: Rev. Aubrey C. Lewis Dr. Lucius M. Dalton, Senior Pastor Rev. Stephen E. Tucker Rev. Dr. Michael T. Bell Rev. Dr. Kendrick E. Curry Pastor Pastor and Overseer Pastor 1636 East Capitol Street, NE 712 18th Street, NE 1415 Gallatin Street, NW Washington, DC 20003 call Ron Burke at 13701 Old Jericho Park Road Washington, DC 20002 3000 Pennsylvania Ave.. S.E Washington, DC 20011-3851 Telephone: 202-544-5588 Fax: 202-544-2964 Bowie, MD 20720 Phone 202-399-3450/ Fax 202-398-8836 Washington, DC 20020 P: (202) 726-5940 P: 202 291-5711 • F: 202 291-5666 202 581-1500 Sunday Worship Services: 7:45 am and 10:45 am Sunday Morning Worship Service Sunday Worship: Holy Communion: 1st Sundays at 7:45 am and 202-561-4100 Sunday Worship Service - 11 am 7:15 am & 10:50 am Sunday Church School: 9:30 A.M. 11:00 a.m. 10:45 am Sunday School - 9:45 am Sunday School 9:30am Sunday Worship Service: 11:00 A.M. Sunday School: 9:15 a.m. Sunday School: 9:30 am Bible Study & Prayer Wed. - 7 pm Sunday Morning Worship Service 10:50am Monday Adult Bible Study: 7:00 P.M. Holy Communion: 11:00 a.m., 3rd Sun. Prayer & Praise Service: Tuesdays at 12 noon and or email Substance Abuse Counseling - Wednesday Prayer & Testimonies Service 7:30pm Wednesday Youth & Bible Study: 6:30 pm 7 pm (Mon & Fri) Wednesday School of the Bible 8:00pm Adult Activities: Monday - 7:00 p.m. Bible Study: Tuesdays at 1 pm and 7 pm Jobs Partnership - 7 pm (Mon & Wed) Wednesday - Midweek Prayer Service - 6:30 P.M. Prayer Meeting: Youth Bible Study: Fridays at 7 pm [email protected] Sat. Enrichment Experience - 9:30 am 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Thursday - 7:00 p.m. Prayer Service Bible Study Web: www.mountmoriahchurch.org “A Church Where Love Is Essential and “The Loving Church of the living lord “ Email: [email protected] Praise is Intentional” Email Address [email protected]

St. Matthews Rehoboth Salem Shiloh Baptist Church First Rising Mt. Zion Mt. Horeb Baptist Church Baptist Church Baptist Church Baptist Church Baptist Church

Rev. Dr. Maxwell M. Washington Rev. Dr. H. B. Sampson, III Pastor Rev. R. Vincent Palmer Rev. Alonzo Hart Rev. Dr. Wallace Charles Smith Rev. Reginald M. Green, Sr., Interim Pastor Pastor Pastor 1105 New Jersey Ave, S.E • Washington, DC 20003 Pastor Pastor 2914 Bladensburg Road, NE Wash., DC 20018 202 488-7298 602 N Street NW • Washington, D.C. 20001 621 Alabama Avenue, S.E. • Washington, D.C. 20032 917 N St. NW • Washington, DC 20001 9th & P Street, N.W. • W. D.C. 20001 Office:(202) 289-4480 Office: (202) 529-3180 Order of Services P: (202) 561-1111 (202) 232-4294 (202) 232-4200 Fax: (202) 289-4595 Fax: (202) 529-7738 Sunday Worship Services: 9:05 A.M. F: (202) 561-1112 Order of Services Sunday School: 8:00 A.M. The Church Where GOD Is Working.... Sunrise Prayer Services Sunday Worship Services: 7:45am & 11:00am Worship Service: 7:30 a.m. Holy Communion 3rd Sunday Morning Sunday Service: 10 am And We Are Working With GOD - Sunday 7:00 a.m. Sunday school For All Ages 9:30am Sunday School: 9:00 a.m. Prayer Meeting: 7:00 P.M. (Tuesday) Sunday School for all ages: 8:30 am Prayer Services Wednesday Worship Service: 10:30 a.m. Bible Study: 7:30 P.M. (Tuesday) 1st Sunday Baptism: 10: am Sunday Morning Prayer Service: 8:00 a.m. Morning Worship: 8:00 a.m 11:30am & 6:45pm Holy Communion: 4th Sunday 7:30 a.m. & 10:30a.m. Theme: “Striving to be more like Jesus - 2nd Sunday Holy Communion: 10 am Sunday Church School: 9:15 a.m. Church School : 9:30 a.m. Bible Institute Wednesday at Noon & 7:45pm Prayer Services: Tuesday: Sunday Morning Worship: 10:40 a.m. Morning Worship: 10:55 a.m. “Stewardship”. “Changing Lives On Purpose “ Tuesday 7:30 p.m. Philippians 3:12-14; Malachi 3:8-10 Bible Study: 6:30 pm Third Sunday - Bible Study, Thursday: 6:30 p.m. Wednesday 12 Noon Prayer Meeting: 7:45 pm Baptismal & Holy Communion:10:30 a.m. Prayer Meeting,Thursday : 7:30 p.m. and 2 Corinthians 9:7 Email: [email protected] Email:[email protected] Tuesday - Email: [email protected] Website: www.firstrising.org Website:www.mthoreb.org Website: www.stmatthewsbaptist.com Motto: God First Church At Study Prayer & Praise: 6:30 p.m. For further information, please contact me at (202) 529-3180. www.washingtoninformer.com The Washington Informer July 11, 2013 - July 17, 2013 41 legalCLASSIFIEDS notices legallegalCLASSIFIEDS noticenotice legalCLASSIFIEDS notice legalCLASSIFIEDS notice legalCLASSIFIEDS notice

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