Misty Copeland Breaking Down Talks Mentoring, This Year’s The ‘Nutcracker’ Twelve Ballot & Her Holiday Amendments Tradition in Real Talk Page 7 Page 4 PRST STD Final Stretch 75c U.S. Postage PAID Jacksonville, FL of FL/GA Permit No. 662 Gubernatorial RETURN SERVICE REQUESTED Campaigns Dominated by Race Page 3 75 Cents Muslim Americans Raise $100K+ Volume 31 No. 49 Jacksonville, Florida November 1 - 7, 2018 for Families of Synagogue Victims The Jewish community saw the deadliest attack in American history Millennials Remain Wildcard in Nov. 6th Elections on Saturday when a suspected gunman shot and killed 11 people in a Pittsburgh synagogue. by Barry Salmon Institute, millennials – people because of their opposition to that young people aren’t overly The families of the victims have now found support from a Muslim Numbering more than 75 mil- reaching young adulthood in the Trump. Polls show that nearly 60 enthused in politics or either politi- American group that has raised over $125,000 through a crowdfunding lion, millennials in the United 21st century - comprise 25 percent percent of 18-29 year olds disap- cal party. campaign, according to NBC News. States are poised to surpass Baby of the total U.S. population, 30 per- prove of Trump’s handling of his The uncertainty surrounding mil- The money is meant to help families with their medical bills, and Boomers to become America’s cent of voting age Americans, and job, the highest disapproval rate of lennial participation, in what many funeral and other expenses, organizer CelebrateMercy told NBC. largest and most powerful group, almost two-fifths of the working- any age group. However, despite are calling the most consequential “We’re really hoping to help the community that’s suffering,” Tarek analysts and experts say. age population. those formidable numbers, it’s still election in a generation, is unset- El-Messidi, CelebrateMercy’s founding director told the news organiza- According to William H. Frey, a Political pundits say young voters unclear how many millennials will tling to both the Democratic and tion. “We’re hoping to inspire more interfaith collaboration and peace.” senior fellow with the Metropolitan might be propelled to the polls cast ballots because polls also show Republican parties. But Democrats Law enforcement claims that Robert Bowers, 46, went into the Tree of Life synagogue and fired into the congregation while shouting anti- Semitic remarks such as “All Jews must die.” He was charged with 29 Jax NAACP President Faces federal charges and could face the death penalty. First Challenger in 15 Years Texas Voting Machine Glitch Switches Votes to Opposing Party Early voting began this week for many states across the U.S., includ- ing Texas. Unfortunately, it appears there has already been a major glitch that could possibly affect elections within the state. Many Texans who showed up to vote throughout the week were met with voting machines that disobeyed their instructions, switching votes to the opposing party in many instances. For example, someone mean- ing to vote for Democrat Beto O’Rourke would be met with a screen confirming their support for Republican Ted Cruz. Since the first complaint was made, about a dozen reports of this dis- crepancy have been made to the Texas Civil Rights Project (TCRP), picking up momentum as images began circulating on social media. TCRP communications director Zenan Perez claims it is a nonpartisan problem that affects voters on both sides of the aisle. He also believes it’s a symptom of the state’s out-of-date voting equipment rather than a political conspiracy. As for repairing the problem, AJ Plus reports GOP-appointed officials claim they have “no legal authority” to update the voting booths. Isaiah Rumlin Rev. R.L. Gundy The Texas Secretary of State’s Office has issued a statement about the issue. by Lynn Jones several leadership positions with “As a reminder, voters should always carefully check their review At the height of the Civil Rights organizations like the Southern screen before casting their ballots,” states the advisory issued by Keith movement, the NAACP was instru- Christian Leadership Conference, Ingram, director of elections with the Texas Secretary of State’s office. mental in developing strategies has decided to challenge Rumlin. “If a voter has any problems, they should notify a poll worker immedi- throughout the South to end segre- As pastor of Mt. Sinai Baptist ately so the issues can be addressed and reported.” gation, lynchings and blatant eco- Church, Gundy boasts a resume nomic inequalities. that details his career as a religious Defying Constitution, Trump Today, the organization is still no leader, retired military veteran and stranger to fighting for the rights of activist. In contrast, Rumlin is a Plans to End Birthright Citizenship people of color and citizens facing local businessman and member of injustice. For over 15 years, cur- the JTA Board of Directors that has President Donald Trump wants to issue an executive order removing rent president Isaiah Rumlin has led been directing the path of the local the right to citizenship for U.S.-born babies of parents who aren’t citi- HBCU and Voting are a Family the Jacksonville Chapter of the NAACP through various chal- zens. NAACP. While Rumlin has pro- lenges and successes. In an interview with Axios on HBO, Trump said he could make the Affair for EWC Students vided stability to the organization, Rumlin touts his record of lead- change through executive order, bypassing Congress. Shirley Wright (shown right) makes sure education and voting are some have said that it is time for a ership and most recently is proud of “It was always told to me that you needed a constitutional amendment. a family affair. Last weekend, her goddaughter Cheyenne Harps (left) change. his role in assisting with the com- Guess what? You don’t,” he said. “You can definitely do it with an act and daughter Erika Kilpatrick joined her to cast their ballot during On November 8th, ironically two mittee to select newly appointed of Congress. But now they’re saying I can do it just with an executive early voting at Edward Waters College. In addition, all three are stu- days after the state and national Duval County Public Schools order.” dents at the HBCU. midterm elections, Jacksonville superintendent Dr. Diana L. An executive order outlawing birthright citizenship would be in direct “There is no way I would miss out on this opportunity,” says Wright. NAACP will hold local elections Greene. conflict with the 14th Amendment of the U.S. Constitution, which When I was a child my parents stressed the value of voting and the his- for officers. Members will have the While critics may disagree, states, “All persons born or naturalized in the United States and subject tory behind it. I did not waste any time sharing that with my family.” opportunity to cast their vote to Rumlin’s supporters praise his suc- to the jurisdiction thereof, are citizens of the United States.” Through the close of business Monday, turnout in Duval County remove the current administration cesses and strongly suggest that he “We’re the only country in the world where a person comes in, has a was 20% with early voting and mail-in ballots. Democrats were out- and elect a new governing body or has unified the community. The baby, and the baby is essentially a citizen of the United States for 85 pacing Republicans by about 1,600 votes. There were more than support current leadership. presidency of the organization has years with all of those benefits,” he said. 14,000 No Party Affiliation voters. Total early voting as of close of A local pastor, Reverend R. L. not been challenged since former The president’s claim is false: At least 30 countries offer citizenship to business Monday was just over 1.2 million. Democrats lead Gundy, who has been active in the head, Fred Matthews unsuccessful- people born within their borders, according to PolitiFact. Republicans by just over 3,000. Early voting continues through the week, and Election Day is Tuesday, November 6th. fight for civil rights and has held ly ran - Continued on page 5 Women Allege They Were Denied a Job Because of a “Ghetto” Name Local Nonprofit Parties With a Purpose for Halloween Over a dozen women claim they received rejection letters from St. How do you create a bridge which those challenges are multi- Louis’ Mantality Health center noting their “ghetto names” as the rea- between good old adult Halloween plied. son the candidates did not get the job. fun and the mission of helping TLA supports middle and high Dornisha Zachary and Militina Burnett are speaking out after the com- youth become successful through school students academically and pany sent them an offensive email that read, in part, “Thank you for holistic training and support servic- socially by empowering them to your interest in careers at Mantality Health. Unfortunately, we do not es? Have a party with a purpose. become leaders in their schools and consider candidates that have a suggestive ghetto name. We wish you Last Friday, that’s exactly what a community. Marcia Brown, TLA the best in your career search. Regards.” local nonprofit organization, Teen Executive Director says, “We have The painful words made Zachary “a little teary,” she said. Leaders of America (TLA), did as been able to grow and develop Zachary says she applied for a customer service job using Indeed.com they kicked off their first Costumes strong programs that teach the life but noted, “The company looked at my name and said, ‘We don’t care and Cocktails fundraiser and party.