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From: "Carl West/TBTNewsService.com" <midwestgap@gmail.com>
Date: Sep 16, 2011 11:38 AM
Subject: STOP!
Building the Next Generation of Leaders
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C/ Dwayne West CEO/Managing Editor
PUBLISHER'S PEACE
STOP!
STOP, read and comprehend carefully and unemotionally. I learned something extremely valuable and this information came directly from within the White House's key associate who reads TBTNewsService.com everyday.
We teach our kids that's its not always about winning. Sometimes it’s how you play the game that determines your character and sportsmanship as well as your long term standing with your fans. Presently America has seen history made with the election of Barack Obama, the first Black person to control the CEO chair and top spot of the mega conglomerate, the United States.
Answer this, what history will be made if President Obama wins again? Most importantly, what accomplishments will be made in Black and mainstream America if he's elected for a second term? Will Hispanics be better off? Will gays be better off? Will Blacks have a lower unemployment, and will his election pay my daughter's way and her friends way through college (Harvard)? Most importantly, since we seem to be concerned more with what THEY think, will white America be better off with a second term by President Barack Obama?
Let me get to my point, and please all you emotional readers, hold your seats, and before you start to vibrate, remember he made choices also. My mother and father taught me how to judge a man and decide for myself what a man will do and how he'll make life easier and more productive me.
STOP with any dismayed opposition to me opposing President Obama. He got my undying support and VOTE during the first election and he did nothing to earn it other than the fact that he was a Black man. And most of us, if we're honest voted for him because he was Black. What else did we have to gage? He had very little experience, and that's one thing in the Democratic primary and in the general election that his opponents got correct. But guest what? Blacks could care less because he was a brother with swag, had a smart and gorgeous wife; two great kids and we liked his style. Style impresses and influences us!
Come clean and just admit it. And when the time comes, most will vote for him for the same exact reason. There maybe a few added advantages why myself as well as most of Black America will vote unanimously for Barack Obama. When I go into that booth Nov. 2012, and punch that ballot card for the 45th president of the US, its going to be for one reason and one reason only. That dude looks like me - period, that's it!
So my loyalty and devotion to President Obama is not to be questioned. But what is to be questioned by me, is his unwavering and devoted commitment to Carl D West. I want that and I need that!
I want him to speak to the world and tell them I will save my people and unchain them from the bondage of past slavery and today's hidden racism that penetrates every basement bowels and every ivory towel from Wall Street to mainstreet. And if it cost him a second term, so be it. He already made history with Black people giving him 95% of their love and votes and now I need love in return.
He's accomplished enough to last him and his family a life time. Never will his children's children want for anything. President Barack's God gave him more than he could have asked for. Now let him give back in a way that will shame some, but save many. He may only have one chance to create a change we can not only believe in, but see, smell and touch.
STOP acting like we can’t be outspoken about issues and concerns that affect us and our families as well as generations to come. This is totally about generational wealth, education, economics, power, land/property and freedom. There is too much at stake for me and mine to sit back and just chill and leave my future up to any one man or a group of men.
In speaking with my source, they said the people; mainly Blacks should speak up loud and clear. How as can the Republicans and other elected officials know your concerns. If Blacks remain quite they will be left out, because that means that we're OK. They said follow the direction of the Tea Party. The Tea Party demanded action loud and clear from both parties and now they have seats in Congress and are getting resources for their children’s' children. They advised Blacks to be heard without being abrasive, abusive and demeaning, but demand what you want from your leaders and elected officials; and he promised me that President Barack understands the people's pain, or at least he hears it.
So for all the pundits and Black talking heads, STOP asking Blacks to be silent about their future. Its make me think these hacks are only concerned with their own. Once again, it’s not about President Obama winning a second term, it’s about how he plays the game which is most important to me. What about you? Peace and one love.
NOTE: Social Media Week Chicago starts next Monday - Friday, and anyone involved in online interaction should register for a few panels. I've been honored to be one of a few minorities to create and host a panel at this exclusive yearly gathering of technology experts and leaders in social media.
Kyra Kyles, Red Eye; Kathy Chaney, Chicago Defender; Munson Steed, Rolling Out; Marcie Hill, Write Design Group, and Rhymefest will join TBTNewsService.com's panel, Can Social Media Create Social Change next Tuesday (Sept. 20th), 2pm - 4pm at the Illinois Center, located in downtown Chicago. Panel co-facilitated by marketing guru Lauren McCadney from CDW. To register, visit www.socialmediaweek.org.
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Deven D. Anderson, Wade Henderson and Rev. Jesse Jackson during black youth press conference in DC (Photo: Jazzmyne PR)
COMMENTARY
Impact of Jobs Act & Poverty Report
Sp. Correspondent: Deven Anderson
It's a critical time in America. The recession has been tough, especially for young black American's. With the unemployment rate for young black males over 18 percent, young black men are still hemorrhaging and the people we put in office to represent us are just starting to take notice.
If that's not enough, earlier this week the US Census Bureau released Income, Poverty and Health Insurance Coverage in the United States: 2010, a report that underscores the spiraling rate of poverty and decline of the median household income for Americans. This is the third consecutive year that the household income for African-American's declined and, according to the report, 10.7 million African Americans lived in poverty in 2010.
The New York Times recently reported that young people between the ages of 25 - 34 are depending more on their parents for financial support; of that age group without family support 45.3 percent of them live in poverty. That's right, almost half of the 25 - 34 year-olds are unemployed.
Earlier this week President Obama sent a much-needed American Jobs Act to the Hill for swift passage. This jobs legislative package is a critical attempt to address the economic hardships faced by Americans across the country.
President Obama's American Jobs Act includes the Pathways Back to Work Fund will provide summer job programs for low-income youth and year-round employment for economically disadvantaged young adults will have a significant impact on the Black community.
It is important that black youth take the necessary steps to compel our elected officials to remain focused on creating jobs. Whether you're Democrat, Republican, or Independent, you must pay attention and make sure that our decision makers constructively move on social policies that will aid in the upward mobility of marginalized communities.
Two simple and effective ways to be involved. First, we connect with community organization(s) and leader(s) to serve as "community watchdogs" ensuring that funds sent to states benefit the most impacted from "American Jobs Act". And secondly, register to vote and educate members in your local community of the importance of the 2012 election.
It's time for young folks to take control of our own future. Without action, we will continue to lead in economic and social disparities. Enough is enough. It's time to get busy making the government work for us.
(Deven D. Anderson, Senior Program Associate of Black Youth Vote!).
Black Youth Vote! is a national grassroots coalition of organizations and individuals committed to increasing political and civic involvement among Blacks aged 18-35. The National Coalition on Black Civic Participation launched Black Youth Vote! to empower Black youth by educating them about the political process and training them to identify issues and influence public policy. www.ncbcp.org or blackyouthvote@ncbcp.org.
Dr. Vasudevan
COMMUNITY ALERT!
Passing of PUSH for Excellence Board Member, Friend and Supporter
Correspondent: MG Media
Dr. Damayanti Vasudevan, Vice President, Diversity R.R. Donnelley passed away enjoying one of her favorite pastimes, traveling. While out of the country, Sunday, Sept. 11th, around 2:30pm, nurses discovered Dr. Vasudevan had an irregular heartbeat. The family still unsure of the cause, but believes she suffered a stroke. Damayanti was surrounded by family and friends when she passed. Please send condolences to Operation PUSH, 930 East 50th Street, Chicago, IL 60615, 773-373-3366 x 268 (OFF), 773-373-4103 (FAX).
HAPPY BIRTHDAY Afrika Porter Ollarvia, I will see you at your party on Saturday - CDW
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THE CRITIC
Correspondent: MG Media
Theater
The hottest new stage play has gotten tons of publicity and has practically sold out every show.Dweebs, Geeks & Weird-Os (The Real. Cool. Musical.) a CLKing Creation PREMIERE Saturday, September 17, Harold Washington Cultural Center (4701 S. King Drive). Early Show 4p / evening Show 8p. Advanced Tickets $20 / door tickets $25.
ENCORE Presentation, Dweebs, Geeks & Weird-Os, Saturday, September 24, Chicago State University - Douglas Hall (9501 S. King Drive). Early show 4p / evening show 8p. Advanced tickets $20 / door tickets $25, advanced discounted tickets & more available at: www.clkingcreations.com.
Events
WVON Host 18th Annual Financial Seminar, Saturday, September 17, at Malcolm X College, located 1900 West Van Buren. Engage with cable veteran and business icon Bob Johnson, currently the Founder and Chairman of The RLJ Companies, and founder of Black Entertainment Television (BET) will share his insights on the growing wealth gap. And John Rogers, Chairman of Ariel Investments will discuss entrepreneurship, diversity in the financial market, and trends for individual investors.
The seminar will offer workshops like re-building credit, mortgage workshop, social media, business in the digital age and tax tips to protect small businesses. Tickets to see Johnson’s keynote presentation are $30. All other workshops are free. For more information, contact Angelique Westerfield, 773-247-6200 ext 423 or wvon.com.
“Anchors Aweigh,” as this magical evening boards the ship for passage in a moonlight cruise along the scenic shores of Lake Michigan while enjoying a “seafaring” grand buffet supper, libations, entertainment and dancing. At 8:30 P.M. the ship will return to its Navy Pier berth, “drop anchor” and guests will then partake in a “dockside” dessert buffet until 10:00pm.
Rock the Boat! is Sunday, September 18, tickets may be purchased in Museum's Bookstore, online or by calling Diane McCain, 773.420.2727 or dmccaindusablemuseum.org. Proceeds from the event will benefit the Museum’s Exhibitions and Educational Programs.
Branding Business Breakfast Workshop, Saturday, Sep 17, 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM, City Point Loft, 110 E. 23rd Street (Chicago). Learn how to attract more clients to your business, discover common mistakes businesses make when developing brands, learn the profit connection between personal and business brand, learn to leverage social media and learn to craft your 30 second brand message about your business! Call 312.268.5207 or register at brandbuildingbreakfast.evenbrite.com. Host and life coaches, Larvetta L Loftin and Nicole Dunbar.
Chesterfield Community Council will host the 7th Annual Silas Purnell College Expo on Saturday, Sept. 17, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at Tuley Park, 90th and King Dr. This event is designed to expose high school students to admissions and financial aide representatives from a variety of Illinois Colleges and Universities and HBCU's. The late Silas Purnell is credited with assisting more than 60,000 students with financial aide and admissions to colleges and universities throughout the country. The event is FREE and open to the public. For more info visit: www.chesterfieldcommunitycouncil.org or call Eli Washington, chairman of the Chesterfield Community Council at (312) 513-0073.
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