Jerry Hamilton, president of the Annette Polly Williams, an- Milwaukee NAACP wants offi cials to reopen nounced that she would not be seeking re-elec- investigation. (See front page) tion to the State Assembly. (See front page) www.milwaukeecourieronline.com VOL. XXXXIV NO. 94 “THE NEWSPAPER YOU CAN TRUST SINCE 1964” SATURDAY, MAY 29, 2010 ADDRESS SERVICE REQUESTED NAACP seeks investigation Officials agree to investigate ment agency to conduct the investigation. The Milwaukee Branch NAACP held a press confer- ence on Monday, May 24, 2010, outside of Yester Years Pub & Grill, 9427 W. Green- fi eld Avenue, Milwaukee, WI. Following the press confer- ence NAACP offi cials visited the West Allis police station to request the police chief to re- open the investigation. It was announced on Tuesday follow- ing the press conference and meeting that law enforcement offi cials have agreed to con- duct further investigation into the incident. The Milwaukee Branch President Barack Obama greets guest Will Allen in a receiving line in the Blue Room of the White House, May 19, 2010. NAACP has reason to believe (Offi cial White House Photo by Samantha Appleton) Yester Years Pub & Grill the investigation into the inci- (Photo by Robert Bell) dent lacked the thoroughness typically associated with com- petent investigations. For in- By Milwaukee NAACP offi ce Will Allen returns to the White House stance, the Milwaukee Branch The Milwaukee Branch NAACP would like to know NAACP called upon law en- whether all known employees Growing Power CEO a guest at Mexican state dinner forcement offi cials to reopen and bar patrons present that Just two months after First “It is an absolute honor House has really engaged a Lorena Ochoa, actresses the investigation into the night were interviewed. Lady Michelle Obama asked to be invited by the President lot of folks, inspired a lot of Salma Hayek and Eva Longo- incident in West Allis, Wiscon- Upon information and him to stand with her in Wash- and Mrs. Obama to such a folks to grown a garden. That ria-Parker. sin, where President Barack belief, the Milwaukee Branch ington as one of four Ameri- prestigious and important makes me happy because Entertainment included Obama was burned in effi gy; NAACP believes a statue of cans speaking in support of event,” Allen said. “It gave that’s what we’re trying to do.” Beyonce’ and noted Mexican or in the alternative, to appoint the launch of her “Let’s Move!” me an opportunity to continue Another special treat for entertainment team, Rodrigo an independent law enforce- Continued on Page 2 initiative to end childhood building important relation- Allen was the opportunity Sanchez and Gabriela Quin- obesity, Will Allen of Growing ships that will help drive our to enjoy the upscale Mexi- tero originally from Mexico Power was again invited to Good Food Revolution. “ can cuisine of Rick Bayless, City. the White House, this time as Allen who is lives in Oak renowned chef who has been The invitation capped a Rep. Williams a guest at a dinner to honor Creek attended the dinner featured on the series Top heady week for Allen. On May the offi cial state visit of the with his wife, Cynthia. The Chef Masters, and owner of 15, in the midst of hosting president of Mexico. black-tie affair marked the Chicago restaurant Topolo- Growing Power’s Fifth Annual The State Dinner was held Obama administration’s sec- bampo, one of the Obamas National and International to retire on Wednesday, May 19, 2010 ond state dinner-and unlike favorite eating spots in their Urban Agriculture Workshop, at the White House in a tent on the fi rst one, this one went off hometown. with more than 100 attendees State Representative An- Senator Spencer Coggs the South Lawn. The invitation without any complications. “He’s pretty legendary. participating in intensive train- nette Polly Williams surprised released the following state- read: “The President and Mrs. Allen was among a hand- He uses organic ingredients, ing, he took time off from his many this past weekend with ment regarding the retirement Obama request the pleasure ful of special guests person- sourced locally and has his duties to accept an honorary her announcement of retir- of Representative Annette of the company of Mr. Will Al- ally invited by First Lady own garden where he grows doctor fi ne arts degree from ing from public offi ce. Rep. Polly Williams: len at a dinner in honor of His Michelle Obama. a lot of the food he uses in the the Milwaukee Institute of Art Williams released a statement “Having been elected to Excellency Felipe Calderón, “I really admire her work restaurant.” Allen said. and Design and to deliver the on Saturday, May 22 that she the Assembly the term after President of Mexico, and Mrs. in terms of our youth,” he Other invited guests at the commencement address to will not seek re-election to the Polly, I was grateful to have Margarita Zavala.” said. “The garden at the White dinner included retired golfer 140 graduates of the institute. Wisconsin State Assembly. two strong role models in After 30 years of service to the her and my Aunt Marcia as I people of Wisconsin, she said began my legislative career. Supervisor Elizabeth Coggs that she feels that it is time for While we are sad to see Rep. her to retire and move on to Williams leave the Legislature, the next phase of her life. there is no doubt that she has Rep. Williams expressed more than earned her “life looking to run for Williams’ seat her gratitude for the time that after the legislature.” she has served her constitu- He continued, “I wish County Supervisor Eliza- tee and Parks, Energy and Her father, Isaac N. Coggs, ments of her parents by the ency. She has fought for and her and her family all the beth Coggs announced this Environment Committee. was one of the fi rst African naming of the Isaac N. Coggs has helped to win several best. Her retirement leaves week that she has a explorato- From 1996 to 2000 she was Americans elected to the Community Health Connec- major battles that have im- big shoes to fi ll in an attempt ry committee seeking informa- the second vice chair of the State Legislature in 1952 and tion in 1987 and the naming of proved the quality of life and to match her dedication and tion and support as she looks Milwaukee County Board of the Milwaukee County Board the Marcia P. Coggs Human education for the residents of knowledge.” at running for the seat recently Supervisors, the fi rst person in 1964. Her mother, Marcia P. Services Center and the D.J. Milwaukee. She plans to spend more vacate by State Representa- of color and fi rst female to be Coggs, was the fi rst African- Young/Marcia P. Coggs Acad- Elected in 1980, she is time with her family and tive Annette Polly Williams. elected to this position by her American woman elected to emy in 2004. These facilities currently the longest serv- church, while staying involved Elizabeth Coggs was peers. the Wisconsin State Legisla- uphold the visionary legacy ing woman in the history of in the community and continu- elected and has served as Supervisor Coggs is a ture in 1976. Presently two of her ancestors: giving back the State of Wisconsin. Rep. ing to fi ght for issues relating 10th District Supervisor since graduate of Lincoln High cousins serve in State Gov- to the community to better the Williams, who is a product of to children and their families. 1988 and was re-elected in School and the University of ernment: State Representa- quality of life. the struggles of the 1950’s Her retirement from public 1992, 1996, 2000, 2004 and Wisconsin–Milwaukee, where tive Leon D. Young and State Supervisor Coggs has and 1960’s, fought in the State offi ce will also give her an op- 2008. Supervisor Coggs is she earned a Bachelor of Arts Senator G. Spencer Coggs served as chairman of the Legislature on issues affect- portunity to spend more time currently chairman of the degree. She is also an alumna Supervisor Coggs values Combined Community Ser- ing her constituency with the with her family, which includes Finance and Audit Committee of Future Milwaukee. her roots and upbringing and vices Board for the past four same ferver that won the civil 4 children, 7 grandchildren and a member of the Health She continues the legacy appreciates the community rights movement. and 2 great grandchildren. and Human Needs Commit- of politics as a family tradition. for upholding the accomplish- Continued on Page 4 Conference for Milw. young professionals - PAGE 2 Response to “Why are you a slave?”- PAGE 4 MAY 29 Being a mommy young - PAGE 3 Making a difference - PAGE 5 PAGE 2 • MILWAUKEE COURIER • SATURDAY, MAY 29, 2010 www.milwaukeecourieronline.com Brewers Annual Negro Leagues Tribute set for May 29 Ollie Brantley and Clinton “Butch” McCord to be honored The Milwaukee Brewers most influential men, including minor leagues from 1953-69. on Sunday, May 30 begin- In previous years, the recognized. will host the franchise’s annual Hall-of-Fame player/manager McCord spent five seasons in ning at 1 p.m., when Brantley Brewers recognized infielder The Brewers will auction ‘Negro Leagues Tribute’ at Preston “Pete” Hill. The New the Negro Leagues as a first and McCord are inducted Harold “Buster” Hair Jr. the game-worn Milwaukee Miller Park on Saturday, May York Mets will join in by don- baseman and outfielder with into the ‘Yesterday’s Negro and catcher James “Jim P” Bears uniforms worn by Brew- 29 vs.