Discover Why Insightful Media Expert Raqiyah Mays Feels Harriet Is A Must See Movie!

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See Why Highly Regarded Writer And Journalist Raqiyah Mays Feels Harriet Is An Empowering - "#Must See" Movie 

By Raqiyah Mays
Saw Harriet last night. In the end, I found myself trying to remember the last time I watched something about slavery that left me feeling proud. Most recently, there was the TV Show "Underground" and now Harriet.

I found this movie empowering. Focused on the story of a woman who early on couldn't read or use a gun, and then literally, by the grace of God, escapes slavery - alone - and gains the courage to return to the South, multiple times, to save her family and hundreds of other slaves. I saw the clear goal of Harriet in showing the resilient strength of our people, especially sistas, and the cunning strategic tactics our ancestors used to survive and escape bondage. I felt relieved seeing this moment in our history documented cinematically for the world to see.

Now...
There are historical inaccuracies. Remember: It's Hollywood. "Based on a true story" means that there will be creative license taken. This is not a documentary.

SOME of what is in this film is true. The fiction comes with made-up characters that, according to the social media historians, did not exist. Of course, I can't say this for sure. I'd have to talk to director Kasi Lemmons to be precise.

African Americans In New York State benefiting From Formation of NY State Largest Chamber LIAACC

New York, New York – The Long Island African American Chamber of Commerce, Inc. pioneering ways are impacting the growth potential of small business owners in New York State. New York State’s largest African American Chamber of Commerce LIAACC (Long Island African American Chamber of Commerce, Inc.) is taking a proactive approach to empowering African American Businesses in New York State through its campaign to retool, refocus and rebuild Black Wall Street.

We are requesting business owners and professional service providers to join our movement as leading chamber of commerce in New York State fostering small business growth in the region. The Long Island African American Chamber of Commerce, Inc. is not only the people’s champion.

 

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Is It Right To Railroad The Movie "Harriet" With A Boycott?

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The Movie Harriet Get's Railroaded On Issues Having Nothing To Do With The Portrayal Of This Legendary Icon Of The Underground Railroad 

By Kamau Austin

Despite the furor and controversy I am supporting the film "Harriet."  The film directed by Kasi Lemmons and starring Cynthia Erivo as Tubman, Leslie Odom Jr., and Janelle Monáe, is based on the legendary, iconic anti-slavery and Underground Railroad conductor Harriet Tubman.  Harriet Tubman, was a 5ft Moses like real life superhero who is glossed over in history and the kind of person I'd like to see portrayed in film and TV more often.  So why are Blacks boycotting the movie?

I've listened to ADOS leaders, woke folks, and others who have interesting commentary on why we should boycott the movie.  Some of this controversy has interesting merit however, a lot of the complaints on Harriet are reaching. But what are the criticisms for boycotting the movie?

In short the major complaints about the movie are:

• The actress Cynthia Erivo, is British, of Nigerian descent - not ADOS (American Descendents Of Slaves).
• The actress Cynthia Erivo made a statement some people considered insulting to Black Americans about her learning ghetto dialects or something.
• The movie suggested a loving interest by the white slaver who is also portrayed as a savior in the movie.
• They don't like the Black bounty hunter - he's a stereotype of hateful Black men.
• Comcast which owns the film is attacking some Civil Rights Laws with Trumps DOJ.  In my opinion some of these are valid concerns but others are reaching.  Let's unwrap some of these critiques...

Cynthia Erivo gives a stirring performance singing the theme song she helped write

"Stand Up!"

Korean War Veteran Honored Posthumously

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SAMUEL LAWRENCE CRAWFORD, A BLACK U.S. ARMY PRIVATE WHO SERVED IN THE KOREAN WAR, POSTHUMOUSLY HONORED

Wilmington, DE -- United States Army Private First Class Samuel Lawrence Crawford was recently recognized for his service as a MIA Korean War Veteran during a ceremony and dedication of a permanent memorial in his honor. He was also posthumously awarded a State of Delaware high school diploma. His sister and only sibling, Mrs. Rosa Lee Crawford Guy, represented him.

Crawford was born on October 21, 1932 and was a 17-year old residing in Wilmington, Delaware at the time he entered the Army (previously resided in Southbridge). He attended Ezion Fair Baptist Church, and enlisted in the Army in 1950 after completing his junior year in the Wilmington School District.

PFC Crawford entered the United States Army from Wilmington, Delaware and served in Company L, 3rd Battalion, 15th Infantry Regiment, 3rd Infantry Division. His occupation or specialty was Light Weapons Infantryman. He was reported missing in action on November 27, 1950, though specific details are unknown, and it is not clear which group from Company L he was with at the time of his loss.

He was never reported as a prisoner of war, and attempts to locate or recover his remains have been unsuccessful. He is a Purple Heart recipient.

The Small Business Bootcamp for Women Celebrates its 8th Year Anniversary

November, 2019 - New York, NY – The Network for Women in Business is proud to announce the 8th Annual Small Business Boot Camp for Women taking place on Saturday, November 16, 2019 at the Radisson Hotel in New Rochelle, NY. Accomplished business women from across the United States will gather to learn new ways to market and promote their small business.

The theme for this year is “Audience from Scratch” and attendees will learn how to build, grow and convert leads for their business. They will also learn how to increase their visibility through podcasting and social media marketing.

The event will kick off with sessions that will show entrepreneurs how to keep their pipelines filled with quality leads and prospects. Cutting edge lead generation strategies will be taught and common myths about lead generation will be debunked.

Are We Tanking In Life - Politics - and Society Like Losing Sports Teams?

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Tanking in Sports -- and in Life; WHY?

By JV Howard

Tanking -  In a broad sense - is a term used to describe when sports teams lose games on purpose to secure some sort of future competitive advantage. The idea is totally anathema to the competitiveness associated with being the last man or last team standing - all things being equal.

Two teams take to the arena equal in the number, guided by rules of the sports, buoyed by the fans that buy tickets, tailgate, throw beer, hurl expletives, and wave towls, all in the quest to win but no less to feel the competitive edge from the team of their choice.

From the sound of gun, the tip off, toss up, kickoff, coin flip, first pitch, or bell the chase for victory is part the thrill of competition. Before each season there is a plethora of pre-coaching, preseason competition, OTA’s, winter training and film work necessary for success, yet, it is a hard sell to accept how athletes - elite - compartmentalize when to compete and when not.

New Book By Dr. Charles Singleton Urges Us To Save Our Children

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ANNOUNCING THE PUBLICATION OF THE HIGHLY ANTICIPATED BOOK "READ BETWEEN the LINES"

The insightful and provocative new book "READ BETWEEN the LINES," by prolific author Dr. Charles L. Singleton, the Atlanta VA Health Care System (VAHCS) Research Volunteer of The Year Award Recipient for 2019-2020 is now available on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and other fine bookstores.  These are Singleton's Provocative Essays for Saving Our Children and Their Precious Lives. 

This amazing book is a "Must Read" for parents, educators, and all others, who are interested in saving humanity.  Every 9 seconds of the school day a high school student drops out of school.  --- Moments in America, Children's Defense Fund

How TODAY'S SOCIETY affects the education of America's young people will determine the course of human history for generations to come.  One of the most important goals of education is to instruct and to educate young people in becoming responsible citizens. 

Famed Hollywood Actor Kene Holliday Is Inviting An Audience To Witness Rarity In Theatre The Birth Of A New Show Depicting Life of Miles Davis

Famed Hollywood Actor Kene Holliday Is Inviting An Audience To Witness A Rarity In Theatre The Birth Of A New Show Depicting The Life of Miles Davis 

Kene Holliday (Left) depicts jazz legend Miles Davis (right) 

Kene Holliday was born in Harlem, NYC, raised in Amityville, has been writing, teaching, acting and performing on stages large and small for over 50 years and now leads the Moto Theatre Works

New York, New York – Famed Hollywood Actor Kene Holliday is inviting an audience in NYC to witness a rarity in Theatre with the birth of a new show depicting the Life of Miles Davis. Kene Holliday is known to most people for his role as Private Investigator Tyler Hudson on the Matlock Television series co-starring with Andy Griffith.

Kene holliday is inviting attendees to witness the birth of a new show. The show will be presented on October 29th 2019 at the Castillo Theatre located at 543 West 42nd Street, New York, NY 10035. The show will begin at 7:00 pm. Free Admission Reservations Required!

Kene Holliday will be presenting an enactment of the life of a man we have all known and admired for his musical genius “Mr. Miles Davis! Many have known of Miles, but few have seen behind the veil Miles erected between himself and the world at large.”

Kene Holliday “So please join me as I will present Miles in his own words. Many of your questions about Miles and his music will be answered.  Join me as I delve into the life of Miles Davis” and the creative process of “The Black Master of Music: Thank You! Kene!“

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LA Play Reveals Black Civil Rights World War II Story

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NEW PLAY REVEALS LITTLE KNOWN STORY OF THE BLACK CIVIL RIGHTS MOVEMENT DURING WORLD WAR II

Los Angeles, CA  -- The multi-award-winning team that brought you When Jazz Had the Blues returns with Playwright Carole Eglash-Kosoff's new original play. The Double V, directed by Michael Arabian, will be at the Matrix Theatre in Los Angeles.

Produced by Leigh Fortier, The Double V is about activism, a dramatization of true events. How a simple letter to a newspaper initiated a series of changes that gave Black Americans their first taste of equality in a society that had always denigrated them. The Double V campaign, early in the years of World War II, campaigned for both Victory in the war and Victory in the battles for racial equality in the United States.

THE TEAM:
Written by Carole Eglash-Kosoff
Directed by Michael Arabian
Senic Design by John Iacovelli
Produced by Leigh Fortier
Lighting Design by Jared A. Sayeg
Costume Design by Dana Rebecca Woods
Music Preparation / Sound Design by Christopher Moscatiello
Projection Design by Fritz Davis
Publicity by Kuker & Lee PR

ENSEMBLE CAST INCLUDES:
Nic Few* - Ira Lewis
Brie Eley - Marjorie "Madge" Evans
Preston Butler III - James "Jimmy" Thompson
Terra Strong Lyons - Annie Culver
Cary Thompson - Frank Bolden, Clem Thompson
Joe Coffey* - Charlie Simpson, J. Edgar Hoover
Jamal Henderson - Joe Bibb Chris Thompson
John Apicella - William "Biff" Trent

* Proud Member of Actor's Equity

The Double V opens at Matrix Theatre (7657 Melrose Avenue, 90046) on Friday, Oct. 25 through Sunday, Nov. 24. Performances are on Friday and Saturday at 8pm, Sunday at 3pm. Running time: 100 minutes. The press is invited to review any performance. Ticket prices are $40 (VIP Reserved $50, Students $20 (groups of 8 or more email doublevgroup@onstage411.com).

Purchase tickets online at: www.OnStage411.com/doublev
Phone Reservation line is: 323-960-7776

See How Social Progress Gets An Unlikely Hip Hop Inspiration From Christian Rap

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While The Commercialized Music Industry Focuses On Gangster And Egoistic Versions Of Hip Hop Ironically Christian Rappers Lift Up A Social Message 

Rapper Derrick Minor In His Anti-Materialism 

By Kamau Austin, Publisher and Editor-and-Chief, The Black News Scoop and Scoop AMS Publications.

Back in the day, when pop music was the major commercial musical force - I welcomed the messages of hip hop music.  Pop icons Michael Jackson and Prince dominated the air waves.

However, to me the major media seemed to influence the message of the music largely toward eccentric opulence from these music icons.  However, I wondered where was the music of the masses of our people reflecting our harsh realities?

Hip Hop was in my discernment a reaction over against the political detachment of iconic driven pop music.  In short hip hop, spring-boarded in NYC, was a voice for young people in the inner cities.

Over the years into the 80's Hip Hop became a source of social commentary and critique.  Groups like Public Enemy, X-Clan, KRS-One, A Tribe Called Quest, and many others in a myriad of ways challenged the major media narrative towards positive messages of Black liberation and empowerment.  Since the rise of NWA and gangster or egoistic rap, progressive voices in hip hop, now largely a commercialized mainstream music, have been too often marginalized - enter Christian hip hop.

Ironically, Christian hip hop a sub-culture of rap, is picking up the mantle of progressive socially conscious rap.  Artists like LaCrae and Derek Minor are prolifically and profoundly making socially relevant music and lyrics with rhythmic poetic flourish.

They are - I dare say, the new social prophets with a powerful musical soul beat.  They call into question, unlikely mainstream Christian concerns like - police brutality, gentrification, and the prison industrial complex.  For instance listen to Derek Minor's rap "Free," below...    

See Why This Naturopathic Doctor Launches The International Association For Aspiring Entrepreneurs

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NATUROPATHIC DOCTOR LAUNCHES INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION FOR ASPIRING HEALTHCARE ENTREPRENEURS

Dr. Sue "Neesy" Croft, founder of a holistic health care clinic in Central Texas, will be launching the first-ever International Healthcare Entrepreneurs Day to be celebrated during the second Saturday of October.

Killeen, TX -- It's not often that the healthcare industry acknowledges entrepreneurism. The business of healthcare usually only mentions the doctors, insurance companies and hospitals, which is why International Association Healthcare Entrepreneurs Founder/CEO Sue "Neesy" Croft ND RN.FNP-Retired, MBA/MHA has decided to launch an organization that promotes healthcare entrepreneurism.

69-year old Dr. Croft says that healthcare entrepreneurs have been around for many years yet was only seen as a MD only business venture, which included hospitals,and clinics. "I grew up in neighborhood with a whole bunch of natural health healers that grew medicine in their backyards.

This holistic healthcare environment became a part of my daily life both in the US and aboard selling herbs and healing foods," she comments.  In 1996, Dr. Croft opened the first holistic health care clinic in Central Texas and currently promotes holistic health at her NaturallyMe Alternative Therapies Center which serves clients online and in her home-based office.