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NO 3 ISSUE 29 BRINGING YOU ENLIGHTENING, EDUCATIONAL, EMPOWERING, INSPIRING, THOUGHT-PROVOKING INFORMATION MARCH 21, 2014

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In Dallas County the voter turnout for the 2014 primary was 5.79%

One Community Church hosts free College Fair

PLANO, TX - One Community Church will host a College Fair on Saturday, March 22 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the church located at 2400 Highway 121 in Plano.

The event is free and open to the public. Representatives from more than 25 colleges, universities and organizations within the state and from across the country will be on hand to meet with local high school students and their parents to share information and resources about their respective organizations.

The event will also feature special guests Shelia Lofton from New York Life to discuss tips on college financing, as well as nationally renowned author and college scholarship expert Marianne Ragins.

Best known for the much-sought after book titled Winning Scholarships for College, Ragins proves that it’s not always the students with the best grades or the highest SAT scores who win scholarships.

Whether you are in high school, returning to or currently enrolled in college, planning to study abroad, or interested in pursuing an M.B.A., J.D., or M.D., her easy-to-follow guide will show students and parents at the college fair the path to scholarship success.

The Florida A&M University and George Washington University graduate will be on hand to share tips on not only how to win scholarships, but also how to search for funds.

She’ll take workshop participants at One Community Church through the application process and review information on the education tax breaks, college savings funds, service scholarships and many new sources of scholarship money.

During the event, students will have an opportunity to meet one-on-one with a variety of representatives from various professional organizations, Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and other exemplary institutions including: Arl ington Bapt is t Col lege; Auburn University; Christ for the Nations Institute; Collin College; Dallas Christian College; Dillard University Florida A&M University; Grambling State University; Howard University; Huston-Tillotson University; Inroads; Jackson State; National Black MBA Association - DFW Chapter; NC A&T; Oklahoma State University; Paul Quinn College; Prairie View A&M University; Stephen F. Austin State University; TCU;

Texas A&M University – Commerce; Texas College; Texas State University; Texas Wesleyan University; Texas Woman’s University; UT Dallas; Rice University; SMU/ Panel Speaker; University of North Texas; US Military Academy; and the University of Houston, among many others.

For more information about the College Fair at One Community Church on Saturday, March 22 email: LaCrisha Benjamin at [email protected] or call (469) 854-1290.

Congresswoman Johnson and UT at Dallas host 11th Annual

Math & Science Lecture Series at Townview

Monday March 24, 2014 Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson and the University of Texas at Dallas will host the 11th annual “Eddie Bernice Johnson Math & Science Lecture Series.” This year’s keynote presenter will be Dr. Roosevelt Johnson, Deputy Associate Administrator for Education at NASA. Dr. Johnson will be speaking with the students about NASA’s cutting edge projects, their variety of educational programs, and showing students career possibilities that exist at NASA. In 2003 the University of Texas at Dallas, in recognition of Congresswoman Johnson’s leadership in the math and science !elds, commenced the Eddie Bernice Johnson Lecture Series in an effort to expose Dallas-area high school students to the best and brightest minds in the !elds of mathematics and science. These experts come to the school to discuss their unique careers and expose students to different career possibilities in the STEM !elds.

WHAT: The 11th annual Eddie Bernice Johnson Lecture Series by the University of Texas at DallasWHEN: Monday, March 24, 2014TIME: 9:30 A.M. – 10:50 A.M. Central Standard Time WHERE: Yvonne A. Ewell Townview Center 1201 E. 8th Street #237, Dallas,WHO: Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson, Ranking Member, Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, Dr. Roosevelt Johnson, NASA Deputy Administrator for Education



Memorable Keepsakes Get in the holiday spirit with the unique wares available from the exquisite boutique known as Bella Merce. At Bella Merce it's their goal to make decorating

and gift giving as easy as eating that warm slice of holiday pie, which is why they have dreamed up an endless assortment of accoutrements to make the festivities truly shine. Start an all new Christmas tradition that can be enjoyed throughout the years with Bella Merce's Christmas Wish List Keepsake Ornament.Each one is etched with either the child's name and the words "Letter to Santa" or "Christmas Wish List," and can then be !lled with their notes. This fun twist on the glass ornament features frosted words, a colorful bow, and a

removable cap, making it easy to replace or continue !lling the ball

with their special letters.Indulge in a holiday purchase that

can be enjoyed year round with their Engraved Wood Photo Tags. Touted as a unique way to

display a family tree, these tags are engraved with the photos of choice and then can be personalized with optional

text on the backside. Create a series of holiday memories to hang upon

the boughs, or choose a set of wedding or family vacation snapshots to

display year round and give as gifts.

Instant Glamour: Slip on Cu!s

Shaun Robinson updated her LBD with a "ick of the wrist. Did you see Shaun on the set of Access Hollywood sporting that gorgeous black dress with gold cu#s? Guess what? Her cu#s are actually removable! Her secret: Invisibelt KCu#s. These elastic, sparkly cu#s instantly transform any simple sweater or dress. Just slip them on your wrist for an entirely new, chic look. Choose from 5 fashionable, fun KCu# styles.

Shaun recently discovered Invisibelt KCu#s and not only wore them on the set to spruce up her out!t, but sent us a video from her dressing room encouraging her fans to try her new holiday accessory choice!

Known for her impeccable fashion sense, Shaun is only reiterating what thousands of other fashionistas have been saying...”why spend thousands of dollars on a new out!t when you can stock up on wardrobe staples and turn a blah to bling with a ""ick of your wrist”. In a season of parties where busy days quickly turn to party grand entrances, it is hard to stay organized and !nd the time (and money) to make each out!t special. KCu#s can be stashed

in your handbag or luggage for quick access and amazing results, for a fraction of the price.

With New Year’s around the corner and Valentine’s day soon to follow, we

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KCu#s by Invisibelt are the answer to your Christmas wish, and with her ingenious line of practical

and stylish accessories, creator Kathy Kramer has provided the perfect gift for your girlfriends or yourself for any special occasion.

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The Lap Log-"Making Life a Little Easier"

Bamboosa, a well-known U.S. manufacturer of unique eco-friendly products, has acquired the exclusive rights to manufacture and distribute a new product designed to make the everyday use of iPads® and similar devices a more comfortable experience. The Lap Log© tablet holder is already in production at Bamboosa’s Andrews, S.C facility and will be distributed worldwide.

The Lap Log is one of the most universal tablet holders on the market. The cylindrical shape of the stand di#erentiates it from similar products in that it allows the user to adjust the angle of the iPad, tablet or eReader for better viewing without changing their body position. The wooden insert accommodates most tablet and eReader devices and works equally as well in either portrait or landscape mode. Furthermore, the “bean bag” design is made from all natural buckwheat hulls and provides for a stable platform on almost any surface. Most importantly- it’s made in America!

“Almost 200 million tablets and eReader devices have been sold worldwide,” said Mindy Saintsing, VP of Marketing at Bamboosa. “Now consumers are looking for a more comfortable way to use them without holding them or propping them on their laps or knees. We think this product delivers on that promise better than any other we have seen. Plus, it’s eco-friendly and made in America!”

The Lap Log is made of sustainable materials, including certi!ed organic 100% cotton twill and naturally grown buckwheat hulls. A removable wooden insert that holds the tablet is crafted locally and is hand-sanded and stained with a natural, non-toxic !nish.

Washable – If you happen to get a little dirt on your Lap Log when you're at the park, simply remove the wooden insert, dump the natural buckwheat !lling into a container, and put your Lap Log into the wash. Flexible – The durable bean bag design lets you view any tablet or eReader at almost limitless viewing angles, and the buckwheat hulls allow your Lap Log to conform to any surface. Versatile – Use your Lap Log in bed, on the couch, sitting at your desk or on the kitchen counter. No straps, Velcro, or clips, and it easily adjusts to eliminate glare. Remove the wooden insert, and your Lap Log can be used as a comfy travel pillow! Travel Ready – The Lap Log weighs a little more than a pound, so you’ll be able to take yours anywhere. It's light enough to throw in your carry-on, and has the added bonus of doubling as a neck pillow! Going outdoors? Toss it in your backpack and have a convenient and stable stand for your device at the beach or on the trail.www.thelaplog.com

Customized Bespoke Clothing for the Well-Dressed ManGIFT IDEAS!

Don't Let Your Charger Get Lost in the Crowd

CableKeeps™ useful features add both personality and utility to the everyday Apple Charger.They are designed so that the cable that attaches to your Apple device stays with it, nicely wrapped around the base and secured so that it will remain free from tangles when shoved into a bag, pocket or purse. This same design feature allows you to keep the cable short and neat while the charger is plugged into the wall fueling your iPad, iPod or iPhone. Secondly, CableKeeps™ come in beautiful bold Apple-

inspired colors, orange, sky blue, true red, lime, royal blue and purple. The clean lines and noticeable colors mean you won’t lose them among all the dull black chargers belonging to co-workers, fellow passengers and classmates. CableKeeps™ are molded in Santoprene thermoplastic rubber which makes them durable, recyclable and non-toxic. More good thinking.Mothers will love these—no more wondering who owns

which cable charger—no fussing to !nd the right one just as you have to tear out the door in the morning. Your family can each have their own colour, and what a great stocking stu#er they will make. CableKeeps™ will keep everyone happy. The cost of the US model, “Goldie”, $16.

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Luxury Handbag Brand, Deondra Jereé debuts

With each handbag embodying its own unique, modern, and sophisticated design, NY-based handbag line Deondra Jereé launches its collection in time for the Winter 2013 season.Emerging handbag brand, Deondra Jereé distinguishes itself from the current fashion world with its innovative design, high quality materials,

and reasonable pricing. By infusing the combination of edginess and sophistication into each handbag, NY-based handbag line Deondra Jereé wishes to produce unique, everyday styles that are not currently available in the mass market. Each luxury handbag showcases its own modern and bold design. The winter 2013 collection is available online at deondrajeree.com.“I wanted to design handbags today$s sophisticated women would wear, including myself

because I'm con!dent in my style and like to wear original pieces,” said Deondra. “Our pieces are alluring, fashion forward, bold, and high-end. I wanted to give women who desire the !ner things in life a handbag that is sophisticated, yet edgy.”With each handbag made from the !nest genuine lizard skins and Italian-glazed leather, the Deondra Jereé winter collection ultimately takes today$s f e m a l e consumer from day-to-night. With the f a s h i o n -f o r w a r d woman in mind, the Deondra Jereé winter 2013 c o l l e c t i o n prices range from $290.00 to $1,190.00 and feature six high-quality designs.

Deondra Jereé is a luxury handbag brand that was founded in 2013 by designer and creative director, Deondra Morris.

Deondra Jereé wishes to deliver the !nest quality, original, and on-trend handbags at an a#ordable price point. www.Deondrajeree.com.

Knot Standard (www.knotstandard.com) is an online bespoke clothing company that makes customized clothing including suits, shirts, blazers and slacks for men. The New York City-based !rm combines the latest in cutting edge technology with the skills and talents of a master tailor to deliver customers the perfect !t every time – guaranteed.

“We take pride in every single item of clothing we construct,” said Knot Standard CEO Matt Mueller. “We invest 100% in getting the absolute perfect !t for each individual customer and we take very seriously our customer satisfaction.”

Launched in 2010, Knot Standard is the brainchild of John Ballay and Matt Mueller, two Americans then living in Dubai. They later partnered with Tarig El Sheikh, an experienced !nance executive and have now expanded operations globally.

Knot Standard’s value proposition is straight forward: Allowing gents from all over the globe access to a world of talented tailors, Knot Standard o#ers handmade bespoke suits at price points that customers would usually pay for an o# the rack, run of the mill suit.Upping the stakes, Knot Standard uses innovative 3D imaging via webcam to get the most perfect measurements for clients and laser cutting technology at the workshop to ensure each suit is cut to !t the individual customer.

“The perfect !t, individual style, and impeccable tailoring.” explains Ballay. “The key to being well dressed is always !t and that’s what gives Knot Standard a competitive edge. We don’t use patterns. Each bespoke suit is cut directly from a bolt of cloth to the measurements of the individual customer. We like to joke that our suits come in just one size – yours.”

From Wall Street to the West Coast, Knot Standard makes suits for every important occasion. Bespoke advisors are on hand 24 hours, seven days a week to help guide customers through the measurement process. They can also advise on suit types, fabric choice, slim vs traditional !t and an array of fashionable options including contrast color buttonholes, peak vs shawl collar lapels or spread vs straight collars.

Knot Standard uses the best of Italian and English fabrics, o#ers a 100% satisfaction guarantee and round the clock customer service.

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From Staff Reports

In the first of five community forums, Parkland Hospital’s new CEO, Dr. Frederick Cerise recently appeared at Friendship-West Baptist Church in Southern Dallas County with Dallas County Commissioner John Wiley Price.

Publicized as Meet the New CEO, the “community focused event” was designed to allow citizens to “ask questions, share concerns, talk about challenges in their communities, and help shape plans and vision for the community’s hospital system.

And if the first forum was any indication of future ones, citizens came with plenty of concerns and questions and they weren’t leaving without answers.

Just as the forum was an opportunity to meet Dr. Cerise, it was also an excellent opportunity for citizens to really glean insight into just why if for nothing

else, Commissioner Price’s colleagues respect his work ethic and praise him for being well prepared when it comes to Dallas County issues.

Opening up the session, Mr. Price gave an overview, Parkland vs. New Parkland, before introducing Dr. Cerise.

Citing the huge volume of cases , prescriptions filled and the current facilities capabilities, Mr. Price talked about the new Parkland campus that totals 64 acres, making it the largest constructed hospital in the U.S., and is expected to be finished this year and will open in 2015.

Mr. Price acknowledged that Dr. Cerise was not his first choice for the post, as he discussed how, with all the great work that takes place at Parkland, there were several areas in need of improvement.

In his opening remarks, Dr. Cerise talked about his work with Katrina, a track record of improving healthcare facilities and how he is “humbled, honored and excited to be a part of this organization.”

When the floor opened up for questions, citizens were not hesitant to address their concerns as they tried to determine what Dr. Cerise’s vision was for the New Parkland.

Diversity seemed to be at the top of the list, along with minority procurement opportunities, quality service, school-based clinics, congestion at facilities, healthcare disparities and community outreach.

Addressing Comm. Price’s concerns about the lack of diversity throughout Parkland, especially in the higher ranks, Dr. Cerise said that he appreciated the concerns.

“One of my personal goals is to improve diversity,” said Dr. Cerise. “I know it’s an area where we haven’t delivered.

“Give me some time and let me show you we are serious.”In his comments to the CEO, Friendship-West Senior Pastor Frederick D.

Haynes addressed procurement opportunities, especially when you consider the billions of dollars earmarked for the “New Parkland.”

“We will be watching,” warned Dr. Haynes, as he stressed the need for parity. Clearly there were questions that Dr. Cerise did not have the answer to,

especially about his efforts previously to ensure diversity in the procurement of goods and services, as well as other areas.

Pointing to a Group Purchasing Organization that handled that procurement, Dr. Cerise said he had “no involvement in negotiations.”Because he has been made aware of issues, Dr. Cerise said it is important for him to show that with the resources Parkland has, they are providing quality service and care.

One citizen asked if there could be periodic meetings with Dr. Cerise to address concerns and give a status report. While he seemed open to such a forum, it was clear that the new CEO wanted an opportunity to get in and deal with what appears to be a long list of issues, before making any promises.

He and Comm. Price were able to share some good news, like the opening of four more acute care clinics and the case management system, which appeared to be a major concern as more than one citizen spoke about the “bedside manner” of many employees.

Dr. Cerise made it clear that he was ready to get to work and given the chance, everyone will see change.

The 51-year-old received his medical degree at Louisiana State University and completed his residency at the University of Alabama, Birmingham.

According to his bio, “most recently he was associate dean for clinical affairs at Louisiana State University. He also served as Secretary for the Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals. There he was responsible for the supervision of Louisiana Medicaid, Office of Public Health, Office of Mental Health, Office of Citizens with Developmental Disabilities and the Office of Addictive Disorders.”

He steps into the role of CEO following an extensive national search to replace Dr. Ron Anderson, who served in the position for 29 years, before leaving in 2011. Meet the CEO Forum Schedule:

Monday, March 17, 2014 (6 to 8pm)Hosted By: Dallas County Commissioner John Wiley Price (District 3)Location: Friendship West Baptist Church (2020 W. Wheatland Road, Dallas, 75232) Tuesday, March 18, 2014 (6:30 to 8:00pm)Hosted By: Dallas County Commissioner Elba Garcia, DDS (District 4)Location: Greater Irving-Las Colinas Chamber of Commerce Building (5201 N. O’Connor Blvd., #100, Irving, 75039) Wednesday, March 19, 2014 (6:30 to 8:30pm)Hosted By: Dallas County Commissioner Theresa Daniel, PhD (District 1)Location: East"eld College, Pleasant Grove Campus (802 South Buckner Blvd., 75217) Monday, March 24, 2014 (6 to 8pm)Hosted by: Dallas County Commissioner Mike Cantrell (District 2)Location: Richardson Civic Center, Grand Hall (411 W. Arapaho Road, Richardson, 75080) Wednesday, March 26, 2014 (6:30 to 8:00pm)Hosted By: Dallas County Commissioner Elba Garcia, DDS (District 4)Location: Pioneer Event Center (1025 W. Pioneer Pkwy, Grand Prairie, 75051)

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Parkland CEO Dr. Frederick Cerise and Dallas County Commissioner John Wiley Price !eld

questions during Town Hall Meeting at Friendship-West Baptist Church.

Citizens bring concerns to new Parkland CEO



Message to the People...

I MESSENGERCheryl Smith, Publisher

Established 2011

IMESSENGER is a tribute to Le Messager, founded by Cameroonian journalist Pius Njawe and The Messenger, an independent magazine, founded by labor activist A . Philip Randolph and economist Chandler Owen.IMESSENGER is committed to informing, inspiring, enlightening and provoking thought in a forum that is international. Submissions for publication consideration may be submitted to www.myimessenger.com.

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Shaka Senghor has a message worth hearing

Unlike many of the people I have written about over the years, Shaka Senghor was guilty of the crime that landed him behind bars. When the 22-year-old drug dealer was approached by another young man, he “pulled out my pistol and started shooting.”

As he told his story during a recent interview, it was clear that even with a strong support system at home he still found himself enticed and seduced by the streets, drifting off into a life of crime and dope dealing.

As a young child, he had folks telling him right from wrong and he knew the difference. He chose to do his own thing, however, because for him, experience was going to be his best teacher.

When he found himself locked behind bars, he said he didn’t ever expect to have his freedom again. There were times spent in solitary confinement and he says he was subjected to some of the most inhumane treatment imaginable.

How can people get treated so savagely when many are expected to be released back into society as some point, he wondered.

Although resigned to doing his “time,” Shaka admitted that he was a very angry man when he entered the “belly of the beast.” Whether it was a defense mechanism or a survival tactic, he was viewed as an angry young man.

He says that in addition to being angry, he was narcissistic.That is, until he began writing in a journal and reading. He said books like the Autobiography of Malcolm

X and anything written by Donald Goines helped to shift his focus and changed his life.“I was bitter and angry and hurting inside from an innocence lost,” he said. “It wasn't until I started writing

about the pain from my childhood and the things I experienced selling drugs on the unforgiving streets of Detroit that I started to release the anger and began healing deep, emotional wounds.”

Now there were other good things that came out of prison, like he met his best friend there and now they have a young son who he hopes to nurture, as his father did him.

Unlike so many incarcerated men, Shaka was fortunate to have a male figure who supported him throughout his stay, visiting regularly and even bringing Shaka’s son along for visits

Shaka Senghor says there is nothing pretty about losing your freedom. He talks candidly about his 19 years of incarceration, always mindful to stress that prison life is not cool nor is it hip!

Since his release, Shaka says he has been focused on surviving, enjoying his family and helping youth to realize they don’t have to take the same path that he took.

He continues to be recognized for his work. He was awarded the Black Male Engagement Leadership Award and has worked closely with the Knight Foundation to launch the Black Male Engagement (BMe) Community, a network of Black men engaged in their community. He is also a 2013 MIT Media Lab Director's Fellow.

While incarcerated, he wrote Crack: Volume 1 and Crack: Volume 2 Lockdown, but he has several other books in his repertoire, including “Writing My Wrongs,” and he is a favorite on the speakers circuit.

You’ll hear about his life behind bars, as well as his growth in and outside at St. Luke “Community” United Methodist Church, 5710 East R.L. Thornton Freeway in Dallas, on Saturday, March 22, 2014 at 10a.m. Shaka will discuss “Leveraging your personal brand: How to see the value in you.”

Shaka brings his message to the area to speak for the Empower Series. The 2014 Empower Series workshops introduce attendees to people with inspiring stories of empowerment and life principles that will help you thrive in every aspect of your life.

Shaka’s story is definitely inspiring. I’d encourage parents to bring their children so they can find out what they really need to glorify, just in case they are confused or caught up in the hype that permeates society.

We have to understand the value of teaching our youth. We must work together to ensure that money is spent educating our youth instead of incarcerating them. Shaka managed to get out and become a productive member of society. Many won’t!

Empower Series is a free community program presented by Comerica Bank and brought to you by the National Association of Black Accountants, Dallas Black Chamber of Commerce, Dallas County Community College District.

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To Be Equal

By Marc Morial

Marc Morial is the CEO of the National Urban League

Mandela! A Better Man

By Vincent L. HallAs Obama would say in his

speech; “Mandela makes me want to be a better man!

By Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson

I want to take this opportunity to thank each of you who voted in the recent primary election. Your commitment to

the voting process is crucial to the concept of American Democracy, in which those who cast a ballot select candidates they believe will best represent their interests in the halls of government.

I am personally honored to have been chosen by the citizens of the 30th Congressional District to become your candidate in the general election in November. With God’s graces, and your continued support, I will be victorious, and will return to Washington as your voice in the 114th session of Congress.

I believe that as an elected official, I am engaged in a “sacred partnership” with those who cast their ballots for me. That partnership also includes those who may have voted for other candidates. As a Democrat, I have a fundamental belief, and enduring commitment to the values of equality and diversity. They have guided me since I first entered public service.

History teaches that anyone who does not practice those principles will not succeed. As Democrats we must be a party of inclusion, and the moment that we abandon that thinking, our party is doomed to failure.

It is my hope that in November, voters in Texas and those across the country will elect the right candidates so that the Democrat Party will be able to regain a majority in the House of Representatives, and maintain its majority in the Senate.

A democratically controlled House will work with a democratically led Senate to pass legislation that addresses the issues of immigration reform, a livable wage for all working people, full-employment, climate control and many others.

A Congress controlled by Democrats will also be able to rebuff any further attempts to repeal the Affordable Care Act, which has provided health care insurance to millions of uninsured Americans, and has removed control of our health care system from the hands of insurance companies that have only been interested in greater financial profit, not the wellness of hardworking Americans.

Two of the issues that we must face are voter suppression and redistricting.

We must resist any efforts to retard the progress that we have made in voting rights.

This year, our community and our country will celebrate the monumental strides that were made during the administration of President Lyndon Baines Johnson, a Texan who believed in equality and inclusion.

We must not allow those who wish to roll back or distort what we have accomplished to be victorious. We must continue to work together, and be ever vigilant in our efforts. This is among the things you have elected me to do, and I promise that I shall not disappoint you.

JOHNSON: Thanks for your vote!

Hon. Eddie Bernice Johnson

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SPIRITUALLY SPEAKING

By James A. Washington

If you’re anything l ike me (and I wouldn’t wish that

on anybody), worry creeps into your psyche when the world starts to close in. Money, relationships, illness, envy, pride all rise to the level of something to worry about. I can sometimes forget that worry is not supposed to have standing in the kingdom. Some have even told me worry is a sin. No matter how hard I try, I find myself worrying about things that I have literally no control over. Be it family, friends, or circumstance, the tendency is to worry as if worrying by itself is going to make a difference and actually improve the situation. Like I have told anyone who will listen to me , th i s i s a cont inu ing

education process, this Christian thing and trust me, I’m doing the best I can.

Scripture says, “Who of you by worrying can add a single hour to his l i fe?” Matthew 6:27. As a wannabe good student, I first must inter na l ize th i s because l i fe constantly gives me pop quizzes and make up exams to test my beliefs, if not my very faith. I have to constantly remind myself that the answer to this worry thing has already been given to me.

Rather than worry, all one needs to do is to rely on the truth that is Jesus Christ. That simple truth is because I am a believer in Him, these issues that I let trap me have been dealt with by Him through His sacrifice on the cross. Trust! Don’t fret.

“But seek first His kingdom and His righteousness and all things will be given you as well.” Matthew 6:33. Now here it is in the very next

line. “Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.”

From a student’s perspective, I get it. The problem has an answer. This is grade school stuff. However, these exams and quizzes still cause me undue anx ie ty. Now my professor (God) keeps reminding me that I know this lesson and I know it well.

Just go take the test. “Do not be anxious about everything, by prayer and petition with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.” Philippians 4:6. It’s called let go and let God. I find that when I am consciously able to do this, and do it enough, it ’s becomes habit forming and this habit is one I can get used to.

You see I’m a hands-on kind of student. You can’t tell me. You’ve got to show me . B ib l i ca l

demonstrat ion coupled with reinforced repetition clarifies a lot for me. You may have already gotten this but I need to get out of my own way sometimes and quit trying to figure things out on my own. I find it often to be a recipe for personal failure. There’s a truth at play here for me. Let God figure into all of my decision making and follow what is revealed to me. I have a dear friend who calls this ‘guided decision-making.’

You know how it works. To put it simply and clearly, stop, think and pray. Hand it over. Let it go. Worry wastes time; yours and God’s. Your battles be they many or few should be reminders that the war has been won. “The world and its desires pass away, but the man who does the will of God lives forever.”1 John 2:17.

May God bless and keep you always…

James

We should emphasize not Negro History, but the Negro in history. What we need is not a history of selected races or nations, but the history of the world void of national bias, race hate, and religious prejudice. ~Carter Woodson, 1926

I have decided to stick with love. Hate is too great a burden to bear.Martin Luther King, Jr.

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Single Mom ChroniclesBy Tonya English

Dear SMC:Send your letters to [email protected]

Tonya English is an entrepreneur, writer, motivational speaker and the founder of Single Mom Chronicles.

She resides in the Dallas metroplex and is the single mom of two teenage girls.

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Tonya English is an entrepreneur, writer, motivational speaker and the founder of Single Mom Chronicles. She resides in the Dallas metroplex and is the single mom of two teenage girls.

Short-sighted fixes cause long term problems for youthby Royce WestTexas Senate

Much wisdom has been passed and many great tales have begun with the phrase, “Well back when I was growing up, we used to…,” you can fill in the blank. While mention causes one to reflect, this phrase also rings true today when the discussion turns to school discipline.

Corporal punishment is gone, never to return to the tool box of school discipline. It was replaced in part by in-school and out-of-school suspension.

Now-days, many school districts, particularly those in urban areas across Texas and in other places across the country, have created special campuses and programs for problem students; those, who due to their behaviors and disciplinary problems, have been removed from traditional classroom settings.

In Texas, they are called Disciplinary Alternative Education Programs and go by the acronym DAEP. And while debate continues over whether or not these campuses

provide an adequate curriculum or proper instructional support, students, through graduation or by their return to home campuses, do at some point exit these programs.

However, disciplinary measures put in place in more recent years can have implications for students long past their K-12 experiences.

These sanctions, duly enforced via on-campus law enforcement presence, administered with expediency by the courts, and aided by the pervasive use of technology, have become barriers to future success for young people who have moved past youthful indiscretions and now seek to enter the workforce or are looking in the direction of college.

To sum up the problem, student discipline policies used over the past decade have resulted in more and more students - including disproportionate numbers of minority students - receiving citations that are processed in municipal and Justice of the Peace courts, both of which are part of the adult court system. Rather than being sealed under juvenile law, these citations become part of the public record. At the time these young

people have set their sights on college or employment prospects, these criminal citations, most for violations that would not be offenses if committed off school property, resurface. They result in denied employment, college applications and scholarships. Is this what parents or school officials really want? SB393 passed the Texas Legislature and was signed into law, effective September 1,

2013. The bill prohibits the issuance citations to students for Class C misdemeanor offenses such as disruption of class and disorderly conduct that have landed them in the adult court system with criminal history records.

It creates a system whereby school-based violations that are not crimes under state law can be addressed at the campus or district level.

It also creates a system of sanctions where fines can be waived in lieu of tutoring requirements, involvement in school-based community service or counseling, and allows local school districts or counties to hire juvenile case managers to assist at-risk youth.

SB393 also bans the practice of filing court cases for disruption of class against children younger than 12 years old. These measures put in place come from recommendations made by a Texas Judicial Council created task force spearheaded by former Texas Supreme Court Chief Justice Wallace Jefferson.

The new law also institutes a system of graduated sanctions than can be utilized by school officials rather than or prior to filing a complaint with the courts. However, school officials still have the ability to file complaints with the courts, or have students taken into custody for committing acts of violence or other serious violations of state law.

So far, the responses from school officials have been mixed. Rather than working to implement graduated sanctions, or using funding that has been made available to hire juvenile case managers, some schools have increased referrals to DAEP programs or campus police have written up violations as Class B misdemeanors which can still be filed with the courts.

This legislation was never about making things fast and easy for school administrators. If it were your child, would you think a harmless, in-class prank at age 14 should deny college admission, scholarship money or employment four years later?

Although the phrase may be recited or claimed all too often, it really should be “all about the children.”

New tools for school discipline need a chance to work

Sen.Royce West

Nefeterius Akeli McPherson received a liver from 12-year-old Taitlyn Hughes. Earlier this month she wrote on her Facebook page about a cancerous tumor. On Wednesday, March 19, 2014 Nefeterius transitioned. Here she is carrying the photo of Taitlyn.Nefeterius increased awareness about the

importance of organ donations. She wore that beautiful smile, always!



You know, looking back at the “glorious days of yesteryear” is not just a phenomenon among White men. Sometimes I do it too. As I watch Mayor Mike Rawlings running over the council and seeking to seize the city, I wish for Diane and Al.

Of course Al Lipscomb is amidst that “Great cloud of witnesses” who watch over us. Diane Ragsdale is quietly rebuilding South Dallas, one street at a time.

But I wish they were on the council now so Mike Rawlings would understand the difference between a strong and weak mayor system.

The mayor got a taste when he t r i ed to r un h i s home - r u le backdoor enterprise through a group of Hispanic leaders. He thought he could test their affinity for an idea that African-Americans would never accept. The White Dallas vote is almost always split which makes it imperative to gain the Black and or Brown vote.

T h e Da l l a s Mo r n i n g Ne w s describes it quite like the Dallas Observer blog reported it in real time.

“An audio recording obtained by T h e Da l l a s Mo r n i n g Ne w s on Monday reveals what led Mayor Mike Rawlings to walk out of a discussion with Hispanic leaders last week about transforming Dal las ISD into a home-rule district.

Rawlings’ abrupt departure left some peop le a gha s t . In the recording, Rawlings speaks for about 10 minutes, during which he was interrupted twice — once while talking about the school district’s overall poor performance and then about how Texas law prevents school board members from being recalled.

During the second interruption, when a man said something that was was unintelligible on the recording, Rawlings responded: “You guys figure it out.” And he

left.“Oh my goodness!” one woman

yelled.This community was stunned

when Rawlings came to the fore to rescue Superintendent Mike Miles.

Either Rawlings wants to be king, or he wants the resources to make kings of others. DISD and its billion dollar budget attracts more than its share of wolves who come in sheep’s clothing.

Quite like his predecessor Tom Leppert, Rawlings sees the mantle at City Hall as a political gauntlet

he can drop in future electoral battles. That’s what you get when you have a city council and mayor who are “nonpartisan.” It would be beneficial to the voting public to know whether the beast on their ballot is a donkey, an elephant or a hybrid that shares both natures.

Maybe it’s just me. But the lukewarm, lameness at City Hall today, which neither urges a good f ight nor invokes a spir it of progressiveness, is lackluster at best. I mean when plastic bags are front burner…

Go to the American Federation of Teachers Alliance website for more information. The AFT leader, Renee Honea is calling this what it is; you need to read her. She’s on it!! The headline aptly reads; “Push for home rule charter is power grab that threatens public school quality and parental rights.”

Honea breaks down the law and how arduous it is to pass to her membership.

Rawlings may have accepted the role of figurehead for “home-rule” before he read the fine print. Mayor Mike definitely misread the tea leaves on this one.

In fact, his questionable actions “on behalf of Dallas’ children” coupled with h i s i l l -adv i sed opposition to making City of Dallas policy friendly to LGBT employees , w i l l make h im vulnerable in his reelection bid.

I just can’t help wondering how much of Rawlings’ posterior would be proffered for public peering if Al and Diane were still on either side of that horseshoe.

In the words of the late Albert Louis Lipscomb; “This is amazing as in grace.”

Rawlings is short on grace and maybe on time.

HALL: Oh for Diane and Al!

Quit Playin’By

Vincent HallAuthor and Columnist

Quite like his predecessor Tom Leppert, Rawlings sees the mantle at City Hall as a political gauntlet he can drop in future electoral battles. That’s what you get when you have a city council and mayor who are “nonpartisan.”

Hon. Diane Ragsdale

Hon. Al Lipscomb



Whenever I hear anyone arguing for slavery, I feel a strong impulse to see it tried on him personally.

~Abraham Lincoln

A Message From The Pastor's Desk

It is with great pleasure and joy that I greet each of you in the Mighty, Magnificent and Adorable Name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. " I believe that God is doing new things because we are on the move for God." We want to be busy, and up doing great things for our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. So let us march forward with our hands raised, hearts open, and our minds set on one thing- the return of our soon coming King the Lord Jesus Christ. There is a sense of expectancy when spring comes. We just know some good things are going to happen. Hopefully, we have this attitude about our churches at this time of year. Spring is one of the best times for growth. It ends the bad weather, which often hinders growth during the winter, and preceeds vacation time, which often hinders growth during the summer. At least folks have fewer excuses. This spring plan to enlarge your attendance,your teaching ministry and your vision. Realize what a great God you have! If He can cause the dead trees to bud, the daffodils to bloom, the birds to return with singing. He can still bless His churches.

Optimism keeps its eye on God, and spring is the time for believing great things will happen. " For as earth bringeth forth her bud, and as the garden causeth the things that are

sown in it to spring forth; so the Lord God will cause righteousness and praise to spring forth before all the nations." ( Isaiah 61:11). Do you desire to be filled with the Holy Spirit? If you desire to be filled with the Holy Spirit, you need to be committed. We cannot be living in sin and be controlled by God's

Spirit at the same time. When we confess our sins and make our life right with God, we are able to receive the fullness of God's Spirit. The Holy Ghost powers our Sunday morning services. Come to our Bible classes or Sunday School where we learn to live according to the Word of God. We are located at 253 East Marguerita Drive, Garland, Texas 75040. Let us come together as unto the Lord in anticipation of a greater outpouring of His Spirit as we worship Him in the beauty of Holiness.

Dr. T. B. Shepherd, Pastor

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Ask AlmaA weighty issue with my wifeDear Alma, Before I begin, let me say upfront that I love my wife. That said, in the years since we wed, she has gained considerable weight. When we eat out, she stuffs herself like a pig and never misses a chance to order desert. When I hint that she might forgo the sweets, she calls me a killjoy. On top of all of this, she refuses to do any exercise that requires her to break a sweat. Sure, I’ve gained weight, too, but no one would ever accuse me of being fat. How do I talk with my wife about this without making her feel self-conscious or unattractive? Despite the extra pounds, she’s still the apple of my eye. Friends say I’m asking for trouble. E.P.

Ahhh, yea E.P., and they’re right…almost. It all depends on your delivery. Confronting a woman about her weight can be as psychologically risky as a woman talking to her man about…well, you know. Here’s my confession: I, too, gained weight over the years while my husband diligently maintained his well-groomed looks and muscular physique. What turned me around, you asked? Picture this: Dayton, Ohio 2008. We were at Aunt Prevella’s 70th birthday party and cousin Lelar was taking pictures. Long story short, she took a picture of me, a side view. While looking through the photos on her camera, like the Isley Brothers I asked, “Who’s that lady?” Her answer: “That’s you.” In the parking lot later on, she stepped to me lovingly, sister to sister, and said, “What’s going on with you, girl? You’ve got to do something; your health is at risk.”

She was right and hooked me up with nutritionist Roxanne Koteles-Smith, founder of the Food Wisdom program located just outside of Asheville. The weight came off so fast my coworkers thought I had undergone gastric bypass surgery. Trust me when I say I know how your wife is feeling. She knows she’s overweight, and this just may be the motivation she needs to do something about it. Even if you decide to broach the topic, it has to be her decision to make a lifestyle change. So let’s come up with a plan, Stan. I suggest you follow the example of cousin Lelar. Approach this subject as a health issue and not a weight-gain problem. When the moment is right, let her know you’re concerned about her health and the few extra pounds she carrying. She knows what that means.

Talk about planning fun activities for the two of you, like daily walks hand in hand after dinner, making more time for whoopee (which burns calories) and maybe joining a gym. Whatever she likes that gets her moving. I personally enjoy hand-dancing. Ask her about joining a bowling team or taking tennis lessons. Be creative. You hold the power to make this an encouraging conversation. Be kind with your words.

Remember, it’s about reaching new goals set for living a healthier lifestyle and getting your “Boo” back in shape. Assist her on a successful journey. It’s all lies in your delivery….

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Rev. H. D. Reagan, Pastor of East Gate Baptist Church, born to the parentage of Reverend George Homer Reagan and Dorothy Williams (both deceased) in Nacogdoches, Texas.

Pastor Reagan went home to be with the Lord March 7, 2014.

He was the oldest of five children. He accepted Christ at an early age at True Vine Baptist Church in Tyler, Texas under the leadership of the late Rev. Moses P. Timms.

Rev Reagan completed his formal education in the Tyler Independent School District. He graduated from Emmett J. Scott High School, where he excelled s c h o l a s t i c a l l y a n d athletically.

He pursued his biblical studies and received his Bachelor of Theology Degree from Southern Bible Institute, along with an Honorary Doctorate of Religion from Rialto Community Bible College.

For over 41 years, Dr. Reagan stalwart and

visionary leadership spearheaded the work of the Lord at East Gate, where he served the people of God untiringly.

His vision for the church was recognized throughout the country as a model for successful urban ministry.

With a church family numbering over 1,600 members, and with over 25 active auxiliaries and agencies operating in ministry throughout the city, state and nation, Dr. Reagan was used of the Lord to build and developed the East Gate Baptist Church into one of North Texas’ premier congregations.

Over the four decades of his service as Founder and Pastor, the many ministries, programs and institutions which he organized and established, made an indelible impact on the lives of untold thousands in the city of Dallas, in other communities across the nation, and in foreign mission fields around the world.

Dr. Reagan served in numerous Christ ian organizations that include N a t i o n a l B a p t i s t Convention of America, Former Moderator of the American Baptist Churches of the South, The American Baptist Association, Area

Five Minister of American Baptist Association and many years of affiliation with the Dallas Baptist Ministers Conference.

He was the recipient of many awards and honors and has been selected and recognized by Religious, Business and Community leaders throughout the USA for his many accomplishments and contributions in meeting the needs of people.

During the many years of his fruitful ministry, Dr. Reagan was highly regarded as a man of God with a heart of Gold. He often would help a stranger financially by going into his own pocket to meet a need.

His astute acclamation of the Gospel affected the lives of many who accepted Christ under his leadership.

He continually provided young preachers with a broad concept of preaching by mentoring them about the unlimited power of preaching. Many successful pastors today acknowledge him as their spiritual father and he was blessed to have many Sons in the Gospel Ministry who were birthed under his leadership at the East Gate Church.

Among the many special attributes of Dr. Reagan was included his melodious voice that would make you

aware of the presence of GOD!

He was a very humble, but powerful and anointed preacher of the Gospel. As our Shepherd he faithfully fed us the Word of God, reminding us, “To study to show ourselves approve unto God.”

He was our Spiritual Father, who poured life into us giving us biblical wisdom and teachings to live by.

He was an awesome Counselor, you could talk to him about anything and he would listen. He was an Encourager, who inspired, gave hope and lifted the spirit of anyone who was down. His life’s goal was to endear others to Christ and to manifest the Love of God to all mankind.

Preceding Pastor Reagan in death were his sisters, Gloria Reagan and Georgia Leggett and his youngest son, Kevin Reagan.

He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Mrs. Ola Buchanan Reagan; two daughters, Wannetta Reagan and Tonia Shaw; two sons Darren Reagan and Marlon Reagan. Other survivors include: four sisters, Hattie Walker, Louise Wilson, Anzetta Spencer and Joyce Rushing, and a host of relatives and friends.

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March 19Shiloh Church is celebrating a milestone of 80 years. We've come this fair by faith, leaning and depending on the Lord. Join us every Wednesday in March for Worshipful Wednesdays. This week's guest is Rev. Robert Townsend of Mt. Pisgah Missionary Baptist Church in Dallas, TX. For more information, visit www.shilohgarland.org or call the church, 972-698-0608. When: March 19, 2014 at 7pm at Shiloh Church, 4702 Saturn Road, Garland, TX 75041

March 20

Mayor Michael Rawlings has proclaimed March 20th as “Great American Meatout Day” in Dallas and urged residents to “explore a wholesome diet of whole grains, vegetables, and fresh fruits.” The occasion is the 30th anniversary of the Great American Meatout, the world’s largest and longest-running grassroots diet education campaign.

Got Heart, Give Hope® Celebration to be hosted in the Dallas area.The event will be held at the Embassy Suites in Frisco/Dallas, 7600 John Q Hammons Dr, Frisco, TX. Faith Johnson, State Criminal District Judge (Retired) is coming to T h 3 r d T h u r s d a y Champion's Luncheon at Edisons, @12:00noon. In 2009, Judge Johnson established her own law !rm, Faith Johnson & A s s o c i a t e s , L L P. Attorney/Judge Faith Johnson will be sharing her JUDICIAL JOURNEY.

Texas Fisk Alumni! Come out and support the Fisk Choir7 p.m.

Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church3826 Wheeler AvenueHouston, Texas 77004

Rev. Dr. Marcus D. Cosby ’95, Sr. PastorPhone: 713.748.5240

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March 21

FAMU Alumni Reception|Marianne RaginsHappy HourLocation: Cubiertos18020 North Dallas Parkway Dallas, TX 75287Time: 5pm - 8pm

March 22DFW NC A&T Alumni Association chapter meeting will be held from 2pm-3:30pm at the Center for Community Cooperation, 2900 Live Oak St., Dallas, TX 75204

Join the Health and Quality of Life Committee at a healthy cooking class.from 10 AM - NoonDallas Farmer's Market1010 S. Pearl, DallasCost: $15For more information [email protected]

ROYAL KINECTION HAS TEAMED UP WITH Founder/CEO: STAR STRONG"ANTI-BULLYING & TEEN ROUGHING" [email protected] Anti-Bullying & Teen Roughing organizes Anti-bullying and Teen Roughing events in schools, churches and community events. They also offer a State Approved Teen Roughing Treatment Program that follows approved standards to insure quality treatment leading to the elimination of teen roughing. This course is ideal for youth with bullying and court issues. This is simply the most comprehensive anger, con%ict and bullying course for teens on the market. It is based on a well re s e a rc h e d m o d e l t h a t a d d re s s e s e m o t i o n a l intelligence,communications skills, styles of managing con%ict, negotiation,stress management and resiliency.

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Fisk Choir3-5 p.m.

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Fort Worth, Texas 76104Phone: 817.336.2117

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College FairLocation: One Community Church

Date: March 22, 2014|SaturdayTime: 9am - 1pm

2400 State Highway 121Plano, TX 75025

Shaka Senghor is speaker for Empower Series at St. Luke Community United Methodist Church10:00 am to 12:00 pm

Community Health FairGreater Mt Hebron Missionary Baptist Church3421 Chihuahua, Dallas, Texas 75212Vendor Booths $30

One Community Church will host a College Fair on Saturday, March 22 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the church located at 2400 Highway 121 in Plano.THE SUPER BOWL OF YOUTH STEPPIN’ IS BACK AGAIN.... STOMP WARS 2014! DALLAS, TEXAS - SATURDAY, MARCH 29TH. TOP HIGH SCHOOL & MIDDLE SCHOOL STEP TEAMS WILL COMPETE FOR $10,000. PLUS, “WE ARE TOONZ” WILL BE PERFORMING THEIR HIT “DROP THAT NAE NAE” LIVE ON STAGE.......WE WILL ALSO FEATURE THE NATIONAL NAE NAE DANCE CONTEST LIVE ON THE STOMP WARS STAGE. PURCHASE YOUR TICKETS NOW AT www.STOMPWARS.com GROUP RATES ARE AVAILABLE TO YOUTH ORGANIZATIONS,

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The regular monthly meeting of the Dallas Metroplex Council of Black Alumni Associations will be held at the Center for Community Cooperation 2900 Live Oak Street Dallas, TX.

March 23

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FISK Choir7:50 a.m.10:00 a.m.Mount Hebron Missionary Baptist Church1233 Highway 66Garland, Texas 75040Rev. Leonard O. Leach, Senior PastorPhone: 972.276.5218Website: http://www.onthemount.org/

March 24

World TB Day 2014 DCHHS will offer free TB skin testing and education at the following times and locations:Skin testing8 a.m.-noonJuanita Craft Recreation Center4500 Spring Ave. Dallas, Texas 752101:30-4:30 p.m.Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center2922 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. Dallas, Texas Educational Seminar6-7 p.m.The Bridge1818 Corsicana St. Dallas, Texas 75201

PREP University All-STAAR week. Dallas ISD will provide free workshops for parents to help their children with the STAAR test at various schools beginning on Monday, March 24. The PREP U workshops will provide information about the test and will be able to review sample STAAR questions in reading, math, and writing and learn about the passing standards for the test. The workshops will be in English, and Spanish interpretation will be available. Childcare for children ages three and up will be provided. For more information, visit www.dallasisd.org/staar, call (972) 925-3916 or email [email protected].

March 25

St. Andrew United Methodist Church invites all girls from anywhere in need of a prom dress to FREE prom shopping days at the church, March 25-27, 4 – 8 p.m. and Saturday,

March 29, from 9 a.m. – noon St. Andrew United Methodist Church is located 5801 Plano Parkway, corner of Mira Vista and Plano Parkway.

March 26Shiloh Church is celebrating a milestone of 80th years. We've come this fair by faith, leaning and depending on the Lord. Join us every Wednesday in March for Worshipful Wednesdays. This week's guest is Rev. Sedric D. Veal Sr. of Temple Baptist Church in Cleveland, OH. For more information, visit www.shilohgarland.org or call the church, 972-698-0608. When: March 26, 2014 at 7pm Where: Shiloh Church, 4702 Saturn Road, Garland, TX 75041

The Meadows Dance Ensemble at SMU’s Meadows School of the Arts will present three intriguing contemporary works, all created within the past 25 years, at its Spring Dance Concert, March 26-30 in the Bob Hope Theatre of the Owen Arts Center, 6101 Bishop Blvd. on the SMU campus.

March 27

Come Join D.I.Y. Garland Classes"Fence Maintenance and Repair" to be held at The Home Depot, located at 3261 N. Pres. George Bush Hwy. To register email [email protected] or call 972-205-2451.

Fence Maintenance & Repair6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.Resuscitate Your LandscapingApril 246:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.Windows & DoorsMay 296:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.Learn more about our D.I.Y. Garland program by visiting www.DIYGarland.org

March 29

Young women of distinction f r o m t h e D a l l a s Metroplex will

make their bow to society at the Annual Miss Blue Revue Scholarship Ball and Dinner Dance. Each participant will be accompanied by her own escort in blue tie and tails. The Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. – Kappa Zeta chapter Annual ball bene!ts The Stork's Nest Charity Fund of Dallas. Miss Blue Revue Scholarship Ball and Dinner Dance Crowne Plaza Dallas (near the Galleria) 14315 Midway Road, Addison, Texas 75001 Purchase tickets online at: http://www.eventbrite.com/e/blue-revue-2014-the-blossoming-of-!ner-women-tickets-9363740199?aff=erelexporg

*******Woman of Strength Ministry, Inc. 10:30 am - 1:00 pm Learn & Lunch Workshop on how you can protect yourself and your computer when sur!ng the internet & more.OPEN TO MEN & WOMEN - SEATING LIMITEDSpecial Guest - Jeffery Myers Cyber Security Expert.

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Garland: Teen TalkGarland City Hall 200 N. Fifth Street 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.All teenagers invited to attend.Details and registration info available at:GarlandYouthCouncil.org

Iota Phi Lambda Sorority, Inc., Psi Chapter's leadership forum from 11:00am - 2:00pm at the Paul L. Dunbar Library, 2008 E Kiest Blvd, Dallas, TX 75216. Theme this year is Leadership 101: The Path to Empowerment.

March 30

Shiloh Church, 4702 Saturn Road, Garland, TX wraps up its month long 80th Celebration with a Night of Worship at 6p.m. For more information, visit www.shilohgarland.org or call the church, 972-698-0608.

Bishop T.D. Jakes’ 2014 TORI Graduation Texas Offenders Reentry Initiativeat 9:00 AM The Potter’s House of Dallas 6777 W. Kiest Boulevard , Dallas, TX

March 31

The 13th Annual A Special Evening hosted by Alliance Data and bene!ting LaunchAbility® will feature R&B legend and Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee Smokey Robinson as the entertainer on Monday, March 31, 2014, 8 p.m., at the Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center.

April 1

An indictment of rampant consumerism? A dire look at at the impact we are having on our plant? An homage to nostaligia? A love story? Yes.Wall-E is an animated romantic science !ction !lm that tackles such issues as consumerism, nostalgia, environmental problems, and waste management. The !lm is presented free of charge by First Tuesday Social Justice Films 7:00 pm, and hosted by the Unitarian Universalist Church of Oak Cliff, 3839 W. Kiest Blvd., Dallas, TX

April 2reception introducingJUDGE BONNIE GOLDSTEINJudge-Elect - 44th Civil District Court5:30-7:30 p.m.Fish & Richardson1717 Main St, Ste 5000 Dallas, Texas 75201

April 5

THE CUTTING EDGE YOUTH SUMMITUniversity Of North Texas At Dallas7300 University Hills BlvdDallas, TX 75241from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM (CDT)

EMPOWER SERIES EVENT: At the African American Museum - April 5th a Conversation with Dr. James Frank - 1st African-American President of the NCAA

HOA Legal ClinicHyatt Place for the 2014 HOA Legal Clinic. Representatives from homeowners and community associations across the

Metroplex will gather in Garland for a morning of advanced board member training.

8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.The Hyatt Place, Garland

Cost: $10 per person

April 6

A S u n d a y e v e n t c o m m e m o r a t i n g t h e 2 0 t h anniversary of South Africa's !rst multiracial elections. Journalist Linda Jones, covered the historic South Africa elections of April, 1994 and the inauguration ceremony of Nelson Mandela when he became South Africa's !rst black

president. She revisits those moments through narrative, captivating images and the voices of the people. The anticipation, discord, excitement and jubilation of those momentous events, bear some similarities to Barack Obama's election as America's !rst black president and inspires the spirit of voting and democracy for decades to come.3 p.m. - 6 p.m.The Little House, 4239 W. Lovers Lane (near Love Field), Dallas, $10 donation

April 10

The sixth annual Dallas Art Fair, presented by Ruinart Champagne, will feature 92 international galleries from The fair will return to the Fashion Industry Gallery (f.i.g.) located at 1807 Ross Avenue in the dynamic Downtown Arts District.The Irving International Women’s Consortium (IIWC) will host its 8th annual In%uence of the Purse Auction Thursday, April 10, 2014 ~ 5:30 – 8:00 pm. The auction will be held at the Las Colinas Country Club – 4400 N. O’Connor, Irving, TX 75062 (972) 541-1141. Emceed by Cathy Whiteman, Irving Community Television Network. All proceeds go towards scholarships for women.

April 11

Dr. Michael Eric Dyson to keynote scholarship banquet in Fort WorthN e w R i s i n g S t a r Missionar y Baptist Church will host its 9 t h R a y m o n d B . Spencer Scholarship banquet on April 11 at 7:00 p.m. at the Fort Worth Hilton Hotel. The event will also feature both inspirational and entertaining music by local artist Rodney Bowens and gospel soloist Cornis Wells Canon. Banquet tickets may be obtained by calling the church at 817.531.2835

April 12

The 2014 African American Educators Hall of Fame Program will be held Saturday, April 12, 12:00 Noon., Hilton Garden Inn, 800 N. Main Street, Duncanville, Texas. An induction ceremony will be conducted to honor educators and others who have made signi!cant contributions to the African American Education experience in Dallas County. Dinner will be served. Tickets are $50 each

Dallas artists collaborate with area residents to turn vacant space into theater and bring their neighborhood stories alive. Event: “Story Corners” Outdoor Storytelling Festival & Neighborhood Fish Fry. Location: Tenth Street Historical District (intersection S. Cliff & Eleventh Sts. at Betterton Cir), Dallas

KNOWLEDGE IS POWER 2014 CONFERENCE El Centro College - West Campus Community Room 3330 N. Hampton Rd, Dallas, TX 752128:30 a.m. Until 3:00 p.m. Registration/Breakfast/Networker: 8:30 a.m.Register by Tuesday, April 1, 2014Visit www.gdhcc.com. Scroll down to Upcoming Events. Click on 2014 Knowledge Is Power Conference. Select the appropriate category.Email form to [email protected] or fax to 214-520-1687. For information, contact Dallas ISD's M/WBE Department at 972-925-4140.

Hispanic Communicators DFW will have ABC’s John Quiñones as keynote speakerat our annual scholarship banquet

ROYAL KINECTION UPCOMING PERFORMANCE 10am - 5pmAnti-Bullying Teen Roughing Event DeSoto Civic CenterPleasant Run Road, DeSoto, Texas 10am - 11am, Speakers; 11am - 12pm, Panel Discussion on Anti-Bullying; 1pm - 5pm, Entertainment.

April 13Nathan and Gail Edwards, a young, newly-wed black couple, have everything but the truth. In their community, a black man can be many things and still !nd some level of acceptance; he cannot however, be gay. When Nathan reveals to Gail that he is gay, there are far-reaching implications that neither one of them could predict.Staged Reading Coordinated by Director Akin BabatundeProduced by Curtis King PLAYWRIGHT'S SPOTLIGHT Featuring the Work of TOMMY BRYANT "LEVEL TO THE GROUND" 5 PMClarence Muse Cafe TheatreDallas Convention Center Theater ComplexPhysical Address: 1309 Canton Street Dallas, TX 75201Mailing Address: 650 South Griffin StreetDallas, TX 75202



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The Press Club of Dallas honors Gloria Campos

5:30-7:30 p.m.Tuesday, April 15, 2014

KERA Studios3300 Harry Hines Blvd.Dallas, Texas 75201 The Press Club of Dallas honors the career of longtime supporter and WFAA/Channel 8 news anchor Gloria Campos with a reception from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 15, at KERA Studios, 3000 Harry Hines Blvd. in Dallas.

Campos recently retired after 30 years with WFAA. A graduate of Southwest Texas State University, Campos began her career at KGBT-TV in Harlingen, her hometown.She became WFAA's first Latino anchor after joining the station in 1984.

In 2010, Campos was inducted into the National Association of Hispanic Journalists' Hall of Fame. The legendary anchor began producing "Wednesday's Child" reports in 1989. The program highlights children from all walks of life who need homes.

Campos will make brief remarks during the reception. Admission is $15 for Press Club members, and $25 for non-members. Beer, wine and hors d'eouvres will be served.

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Arts ExtravaganzaFeaturing

Dallas Artist Frank Frazier

Celebrating Nine ecades of Arts in the allas Community

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Dallas Alumnae Chapter Chartered in 1924

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Private Showing

Friday, April 4, 2014 ·∙ 6:00 -‐9:00 pm

The Black Academy of Arts and Letters Dallas Convention Center Theater Complex ·∙ Corner of Canton & Akard Streets

1309 Canton Street ·∙ Dallas, TX 75201

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Saturday, April 5, 2014 8:00 pm

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Presentation of the Ramona McCain Young Artist Scholarship

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Representing Miss Annie Lee-‐Grandson Stacy Smith

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By Jason Alderman

Good news for people shopping for a mortgage – and for current homeowners facing foreclosure because they can no longer afford their home loan: New mortgage regulations drafted by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau recently took effect and they provide a slew of new rights and protections for consumers.

One of the cornerstones of the new mortgage rules is that lenders now are required to evaluate whether borrowers can afford to repay a mortgage over the long term – that is, after the initial teaser rate has expired. Otherwise, the loan won't be considered what's now referred to as a "qualified mortgage."

Qualified mortgages are designed to help protect consumers from the kinds of risky loans that brought the housing market to its knees back in 2008. But obtaining that designation is also important to lenders because it will help protect them from lawsuits by borrowers who later prove unable to pay off their loans.

Under the new ability-to-pay rules, lenders now must assess – and document – multiple components of the borrower's financial state before offering a mortgage, including the borrower's income, savings and other assets, debt, employment status and credit history, as well as other anticipated mortgage-related costs.

Qualified mortgages must meet the following guidelines:

• The term can't be longer than 30 years.• Interest-only, negative amortization and balloon-payment

loans aren't allowed.• Loans over $100,000 can't have upfront points and fees that

exceed 3 percent of the total loan amount.• If the loan has an adjustable interest rate, the lender must

ensure that the borrower qualifies at the fully indexed rate (the highest rate to which it might climb), versus the initial teaser rate.

• Generally, borrowers must have a total monthly debt-to-income ratio of 43 percent or less.

• Loans that are eligible to be bought, guaranteed or insured by government agencies like Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac and the Federal Housing Administration are considered qualified mortgages until at least 2021, even if they don't meet all QM requirements.

Lenders may still issue mortgages that aren't qualified, provided they reasonably believe borrowers can repay – and have documentation to back up that assessment.

New, tougher regulations also apply to mortgage servicers – the companies responsible for collecting payments and managing customer service for the loan owners. For example, they now must:

• Send borrowers clear monthly statements that show how payments are being credited, including a breakdown of payments by principal, interest, fees and escrow.

• Fix mistakes and respond to borrower inquiries promptly.

• Credit payments on the date received.• Provide early notice to borrowers with adjustable-rate

mortgages when their rate is about to change.• Contact most borrowers by the time they are 36 days late

with their payment.• Inform borrowers who fall behind on mortgage payments of

all available alternatives to foreclosure (e.g., payment deferment or loan modification).

With limited exceptions, mortgage servicers now cannot: initiate foreclosures until borrowers are more than 120 days delinquent (allowing time to apply for a loan modification or other alternative); start foreclosure proceedings while also working with a homeowner who has already submitted a complete application for help; or hold a foreclosure sale until all other alternatives have been considered.

For more details on the new mortgage rules, visit www.consumerfinance.gov/mortgage.

Bottom line: You should never enter into a mortgage (or other loan) you can't understand or afford. But it's nice to know that stronger regulations are now in place to help prevent another housing meltdown.

New mortgage rules protect against risky loans

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In Dallas County, an estimated 14,000 people are living with HIV/AIDS, which represents a 39 percent increase over the past eight years. New cases of HIV/AIDS are being seen in the 13 to 18 year age group, accounting for 3.9 percent of new diagnoses in all age groups.

In Commissioner’s Court, Dallas County Commissioner John Wiley Price presented a resolution to AIDS Walk South Dallas (AWSD), a program with the goal to inspire, educate and galvanize the community of South Dallas and surrounding areas to continue to curb the spread of HIV/AIDS and assist those impacted.

On Saturday, March 22, 2014 AWSD will have its 2014 5K walk/run at St. Phillips School and Community Center, 1600 Pennsylvania Ave., Dallas, Texas 75215. The walk starts at 10 a.m. Registration can be done at the walk beginning at 8 a.m. or in advance online at:https://aidswalksouthdallas2014.eventbrite.com.

Dallas County Health and Human Services (DCHHS) continues to support HIV/AIDS awareness and encourages citizens to do the same.

“We support AIDS Walk South Dallas, which aims to raise awareness about HIV and AIDS in our communities,” said Zachary

Thompson, DCHHS director. “This walk and other events will help connect our citizens to openly communicate and eliminate stigmas associated with HIV and AIDS.”

“The support we receive from the community shows a shared commitment and true passion to have an effect on the lives of people impacted by HIV and AIDS, and it’s much appreciated,” said Auntjuan Wiley, AWSD founder and chair.

Thompson added it’s important for citizens to understand the causes and effects of HIV. “It’s also imperative to get tested to know your status,” he said.

On March 18, 2014, Dallas County Commissioner John Wiley Price presented a resolution to AIDS Walk South Dallas. Pictured left to right: Auntjuan Wiley, AIDS Walk South Dallas Founder/Chair; Erikka Neroes, DCHHS Public Information Officer; Zachary Thompson, DCHHS Director; John Wiley Price, Dallas County Commissioner. Photo by Wallace Faggett.

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Fort Worth, Texas—August 4, 2013— Dallas-Based Artist Susan Sponsler creates a special tribute to Trayvon Martin and other victims of violence, either by mistake or by prejudice AT WOCA Projects Beginning March 21st.

Opening Reception: Friday, March 21st, 2014, 6-8 p.m. Dallas-based artist Susan Sponsler will feature new, politically-charged works through a new initiative in which she calls, The Hoodie Project, a series of memorial portraits and artworks inspired by the tragic murder of Trayvon Martin. The Hoodie Project features artworks motivated by the iconic image of the “hoodie,” which Trayvon wore the night he was murdered, and its implications for race, representation, and prejudice. Sponsler’s reference to the hoodie also highlighrs the popular dialogues that arouse surrounding the “hoodie” in popular culture, including the ways in which the garment has marked certain bodies as dangerous. In The Hoodie Project, Sponsler widens the discussion by giving voice to other innocent young men who were shot either by mistake or by prejudice like Vincent Chin (shot by homeowner who thought he was attempting a home invasion) and Brandon Robinson (unarmed college football player shot by police). The portraits in the series features individuals who want to keep Trayvon Martin and other victims' memories alive and who feel that the Stand Your Ground Law provides a loophole for violent and fatal confrontations.

The opening reception for The Hoodie Project will be on Friday, March 21st from 6-8 p.m.

The artist will set up a pop-up studio in the gallery to photograph those interested in participating in this ongoing project---photographs feature participants wearing a hoodie. Hoodies will be provided or participants may wear their own hoodie (No logos or text can be on the front of the hoodie). Participants receive a signed print

of their hoodie portrait. The opening reception is free and open to the public. Light refreshments and drinks will be provided. The exhibition closes on Friday, April 25th. Additional programming, including talks and panels surrounding The Hoodie Project is TBA. ABOUT THE ARTIST

Susan Sponsler earned her MFA in photography from Texas Woman's University and was a fellow at the American Photography Institute National Graduate Seminar at New York University. Her work explores issues related to identity, being an Asian American international adoptee and consists of photo-based artworks, which include quilts, color and black-and-white photography, encaustic paintings, sculpture and installation.

Sponsler's works have been shown in Seoul, South Korea; Panama City, Panama; and in many US cities including Los Angeles, New York City, Fort Worth, Denton and Dallas. Her work is held in several private collections and in the permanent collections of the Korean American Museum in Los Angeles and Texas Instruments in Dallas. She is married to independent filmmaker John Carstarphen.

ABOUT WOCA PROJECTS WoCA Projects is a non-profit artspace featuring contemporary art by emerging, mid-career, and established women artists of color, and diversifying the contemporary art landscape through exhibitions and community arts programming.WoCA Projects is a sponsored project of Fractured Atlas, a non-profit arts service organization. Contributions for the purposes of WoCA Projects must be made payable to Fractured Atlas and are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law.The space is located in the budding Riverside Arts District on Race Street, in

the Riverside community in Fort Worth. During exhibition runs the gallery is open Thursday-Saturday from 12-3 p.m. and by appointment and through scheduled opening receptions and community events throughout the year. To schedule an appointment call (817) 901-7135 or email [email protected].

WoCA Projects2902 Race Street, Suite 100 Fort Worth

The Hoodie Project by Susan Sponsler

March 21-April 25, 2014





Haziqah Safiyah Muhammad (Stephanie Patrice Muhammad) was born Stephanie Patrice Hill to Patricia Hill-Bryant and Claude Reuben Tolbert Sr. in Leavenworth, KS on February 28, 1974. Patricia raised Stephanie along with her younger brother Dillard Tolbert. Stephanie’s other siblings include Claud Reuben Tolbert Jr., Danny Tolbert, and Stacy Tolbert-Davis. Patricia reflected on how young Stephanie was an exemplary student and a child of very good behavior.

Patricia moved her and the children to Kansas City, where as a young woman Stephanie would have her first child Geovany Cartez Wright, who preceded her in death at the age of 17. Stephanie and Geo (as she called him) were inseparable, and always together. Soon Stephanie would hear a message that she could not ignore a message about the respect and protection of the Black Woman. That message was from the Hon. Min. Louis Farrakhan as he spoke No Nation Can Rise Higher Than It’s Woman, which was from an all women’s meeting he conducted in Atlanta, GA June of 1994. The messages’ truth of the condition of Black women and the solutions to their problems lead Stephanie to accept Islam as taught by The Most Hon. Elijah Muhammad, under the leadership of the Hon. Min. Louis Farrakhan and become a registered member of the Nation of Islam, around this time she also married and was blessed with five children from that union, Malikah, Nailah, Najah, Shahid, and Kamillah. That union would eventually end, leaving Stephanie to be a single mother.

Throughout her tenure in the Nation she worked tirelessly in the community raising the condition of her people. She was giving the name Muhammad, from being amongst those

who were worthy of praise as the name means. Her mother Patricia would talk about how she would ‘adopt’ the children of their neighborhood in Kansas City, MO. fearlessly stopping the young men whenever she would see them, giving them encouraging words, and of course telling them to pull their

pants up, of which they would always reply “yes ma’am.” As a member of Muhammad Mosque No. 30 in Kansas City she worked hard training the sisters of the MGT-GCC (Muslim Girls Training and General Civilization Class) to be better women.

Also helping to teach and train Black women wherever she would find them to be productive and respect

themselves. Stephanie did this all while being a single mother, provider and student.

Stephanie would soon find love again and enter into a courtship and marry Jihad Hassan Muhammad of Dallas, TX.

Stephanie now wore the name Haziqah Safiyah as well, which Jihad thought was so befitting for his beloved wife. The newly married couple was an inspiration to many throughout their courtship and marriage. Haziqah and family moved to Dallas, TX where she became an active member of Muhammad Mosque No. 48. Haziqah volunteered daily at the school her children now attended, which was Muhammad University of Islam (Dallas) so much so that she was put on the payroll, and began to teach math to the students. Haziqah continued to work on behalf of the rise of the Black Man and Woman in her new city of Dallas, helping her people wherever she would see them in need.

Haziqah was also 10 weeks pregnant when it was discovered she had a blood clot in her brain, which led to her untimely demise.

She is survived by her loving and supportive mother Patricia, her husband who adored her so, Jihad, and her children Malikah, Nailah, Najah, Shahid, and Kamilah, her children through her marriage to Jihad, Rahim, Jihad Jr. Akeem, and Salihyah, her

siblings Stacy Davis, Claud ( T ) Tolbert, and Danny Tolbert, her cousin Phyllicia Ann Hill- Lewis, who she regarded as a younger sister and is the daughter of her dear uncle Robert Hill whom preceded her in death, her mother in law Deloris Little, brother in laws; Jason and Terrance Little and a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, as well as the extended family of Muhammad.

Janazah Prayer for a Soldier for Allah (God) Stephanie Patrice Muhammad

(Haziqah Safiyah Muhammad)



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Photo Courtesy of SWAC.orgAaric Murray scored 27 points

and 10 rebounds to lead Texas Southern University to a 78-73 win over Prairie View in the SWAC Tournament championship game on Saturday and a berth in the NCAA tournament. It was his seventh double-double of the season.

The win clinches the Tigers’ fifth NCAA tournament bid in school history and first since 2003.

The Tigers (19-14) overcame a 38-31 halftime deficit by starting the second half on a 13-2 run to take the lead just four minutes into the half and held for the win.Madarious Gibbs added 15 points and five assists for the

Tigers. The Panthers (11-23) were led by 19 points from junior guard Montreal Scott. PVAMU rallied late when Demondre Chapman cut to the basket and dunked to bring them within five 70-65 with a couple of minutes remaining. This was Prairie View’s second straight season losing in the SWAC Tournament championship game.

Murray’s block with 40 seconds to go sealed the victory. TSU head coach Mike Davis now has led three different schools to the NCAA Tournament.

Their fate will be determined on Selection Sunday. Source: SWAC.org

SWAC Tournament Champs: Texas Southern Clinches 5th NCAA Tourney

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Come out and support the Fisk Choir during the upcoming Texas visit to Houston and Dallas/Fort Worth. Come and bring a friend. Free.Interested high school students in the Dallas/Fort Worth area should contact Vince Leal '76 at [email protected] regarding the Friday, March 21,

2014 Admission Information Session at 3 p.m.

Saturday, March 22, 2014 3-5 p.m.Saint Andrews United Methodist Church 522 Missouri AvenueFort Worth, Texas 76104Phone: 817.336.2117Email: [email protected]: http://www.standrewsftw.org/

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By Patrice J. [email protected]

Studies by theUniversity of Texas atDallas Institute of UrbanPolicy, United Way andTexas A&M are takingplace now to assess thequality of life in the SouthDallas community beforebillion dollar projectsinvolving the new DARTLight Rail and the Trinity

Toll Road are brought tothe area. Some construc-tion has begun with thedemolition of homes tofollow later this year.At a meeting held by the

three institutions, a focusgroup of sorts dished ideasand findings on the surveysthat have told the story of theresidents of South Dallas.“We are measuring con-

ditions that may vary fromstreet to street,” said Dr.

Timothy Bray, director ofthe Institute of UrbanPolicy Research. He helps

oversee the The FieldResearch Team whichunderwent 80 hours of

training in administeringthe anonymous surveys.“Over three to four yearsthere are changes in condi-tions and we want to knowhow it affects the area.”

In having the conversa-tion about building withinSouth Dallas, many issuesarise with respect toeducation and business in

See ROAD, page 19

The Long andWinding RoadLight rail, Trinity River road highlyscrutinized in South Dallas

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Political analysts, both mainstream and Black news

media and intellectuals around the country have given their

grade evaluation on President Barack Obama’s first 100

days in office, marked on April 30. Here’s how several

people from the local front graded the new president.

Congresswoman EddieBernice Johnson

Grade:A“I am deeply impressed with the progress that

President Barack Obama has made during the first 100days of his administration. Already we are seeingevidence of the administration’s plan to dig our countryout of recession and develop long-term, sustainable pros-perity. President Obama has made two trips abroad,proving to us and to the world that he intends to

repair our frayed alliances and restore ourinternational leadership.

Finally, the Obama adminis-tration’s code of ethicshas broughtmuch-neededtransparency andaccountability to theWhite House.

President Obamais delivering on thechange that hepromised.”

Senator Kay

Bailey HutchisonGrade: C

“In just 100 days, we’ve seen an alarming accel-

eration of policies that will take America down the

wrong track. The administration has proposed

trillions of dollars in new spending, which will

result in higher taxes on Americans, while sharply

raising our indebtedness to foreign creditors.On the national security front, I am

very concerned aboutthe President’s intention toclose Guantanamo without aworkable plan to relocatedetainees. It is mysincere hope that,movingforward,

theadminis-

tration willadopt the productive,

responsible approach to ournation’s challenges thatAmericansdeserve.”(The office of John Cornyn of

Texas was contacted but did

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Dallas is abuzz at theelection issues beforethem on May 9 whencitizens are asked tovote on the controver-sial ConventionCenter Hotel that isbeing backed byMayor

Leppert. But what doesvoting “no” and voting“yes” mean?It is important to

remember that thepropositions are toamend the Dallas CityCharter which, amongother things, gives thecity the power to acquireproperty for any publicpurpose. The propositionsare worded to prohibit thecity from acting on thesebefore stated powers.Therefore, if a citizen wouldlike the city to maintainthose powers, they are tovote NO and vice versa.

Evaluating President Obama’s First 100 Days

THE HUNDRED DAY SCORE

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