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February 25, 2021- March 03, 2021
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Power concedes nothing without a demand. It never did and it never will. Find out just what people will submit to and you have found out the exact amount of injustice and wrong which will be imposed upon them and these will continue till they have resisted either with words or blows or with both. The limits of tyrants are prescribed by the endurance those of whom they suppress. —Fredrick Douglass (1849)
Elizabeth Keckley, Thirty Years a Slave, Four Years in the White House NNPA NEWSWIRE — In the book, “Behind the Scenes or Thirty Years a Slave, and Four Years in the White House,” Elizabeth Keckley, details her life as a slave who purchased her freedom and then worked in the White House for two U.S. first ladies – Mary Todd Lincoln, the wife of President Abraham Lincoln, and Varina Davis, the wife of President Jefferson Davis.
In Celebration Of Black History Month
By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent @StacyBrownMedia
A Black woman’s memoir published 153 years ago still tops Amazon’s books sales chart. “Behind the Scenes or Thirty Years a Slave, and Four Years in the White House,” by Elizabeth Keckley, currently stands as the 24th most popular book in Amazon’s category of U.S. Civil War Women’s History. The historical work was perhaps the bluntest and most controversial of its era. Keckley detailed her life as a slave who purchased her freedom and then worked in the White House for two U.S. first ladies – Mary Todd Lincoln, the wife of President Abraham Lincoln, and Varina Davis, the wife of President Jefferson Davis. A seamstress to both Davis and Lincoln, Keckley practically lived in the White House during the Civil War. Because Keckley made her close relationships with the Lincolns so public, the reaction nearly ruined the Lincolns’ reputation and almost destroyed Keckley’s life. In the 166-page memoir, Keckley recalls an intimate scene between President and Mrs. Lincoln after learning their son, Willie, had died in 1862. “I assisted in washing him and dressing him, and then laid him on
the bed when Mr. Lincoln came in. I never saw a man so bowed down with grief,” Keckley wrote. “He came to the bed, lifted the cover from the face of his child, gazed at it long and earnestly, murmuring, ‘My poor boy, he was too good for this earth. God has called him home. I know that he is much better off in heaven, but then we loved him so. It is hard, hard to have him die.’” Immediately after President Lincoln’s 1865 assassination, Mary Todd Lincoln sent for Keckley. According to WhiteHouseHistory.org, when Mrs. Lincoln was later “drowning in debt,” she reached out to Keckley to assist in selling off her wardrobe and other items to raise money. Because the auctions failed to solicit any funds for Lincoln, Keckley reached out to prominent African Americans for assistance, including asking leaders in the Black church to take up offerings for her former boss. “She even asked Frederick Douglass to take part in a lecture to raise money, although the lecture ultimately did not come to fruition,” the White House historians wrote. The book was not well received
by Lincoln or the American public. Whites turned on Keckley for disclosing conversations and her relationship with Mrs. Lincoln. Mostly, they claimed it violated social norms of privacy, race, class, and gender. “Her choice to publish correspondence between herself and Mary Lincoln was seen as an infringement on the former first lady’s privacy,” historians wrote. Keckley addressed her critics in the preface to her memoir: “If I have betrayed confidence in anything I have published, it has been to place Mrs. Lincoln in a better light before the world. A breach of trust – if breach it can be called – of this kind is always excusable,” Keckley penned. “My own character, as well as the character of Mrs. Lincoln, is at stake since I have been intimately associated with that lady in the most eventful periods of her life. I have been her confidante, and if evil charges are laid at her door, they also must be laid at mine, since I have been a party to all her movements,” she added. Keckley continued: “To defend myself, I must defend the lady that I have served. The world has judged Mrs. Lincoln by the facts which float upon the surface, and through her have
partially judged me, and the only way to convince them that wrong was not meditated is to explain the motives that actuated us.” Born in Dinwiddie County, Virginia, in 1818, Keckley endured years of beatings and sexual assault as a slave. She bore her slave master’s child, George, and was then given away to her owner’s daughter, who moved her to St. Louis. Keckley learned the art of dressmaking and, in 1852, married James Keckley, whom she believed was free. Before her marriage, she negotiated a $1,200 price to buy her freedom but discovered she couldn’t raise the money for herself, her son, and her husband. However, customers to her small seamstress shop loaned Keckley the money to purchase freedom for her and her son, and in 1860, she moved to Washington, D.C. “She left Washington in 1892 to teach domestic skills at Wilberforce University, but ill health forced her to return and spend her final years in the Home for Destitute Women and Children, which she had helped to establish,” historians wrote. Elizabeth Keckley died in 1907 after suffering a stroke.
Editorial
A Question for Black Americans : Vaccine or Body Bag? By John E. Warren, Publisher, The San Diego Voice & Viewpoint Today there is a crisis in Black America that is greater than the Tuskegee experiment itself. That experiment for more than 30 years deliberately used Black men as lab rats to test the effects of syphilis on men infected with venereal disease. It took over 30 years, but the experiments were discovered and exposed. The people conducting those experiments were all White. But some things have changed. One such change is the presence of Black scientists engaged in research affecting Black people. Today in the case of the development of a vaccine to fight COV19, a female Black Scientist named Dr. Kizmekia Corbett, at the National Institutes of Health’s Vaccine Research Center has led the research. She has been the lead scientist in the development of one of the two vaccines currently being used. But Black people, who are at the greatest risk of dying from Covid 19, have the lowest rate of receiving the vaccine, it appears, for two reasons: one, we have logistical issues of appointment, locations and transportation; and two, we actually have people refusing to take the vaccine in spite of current scientific data developed by a Black scientist that proves the vaccines save lives. No one is thinking of forcing any of us to take the vaccine if we decide not to. But we should understand that the virus and
its developing mutations, which have taken almost 500,000 lives in the United States alone, appears to come down to two choices: the vaccine or a body bag. The body bag is what we use to remove the bodies of those who die, regardless of the cause. Those who refuse to take the vaccine should know that you become possible transmitters of the virus, if not affected directly yourself. This means that family and loved ones can die as a result of contact with those who have not taken the vaccine as a means of stopping the transmission of the virus. This also means that until such time as we have full vaccinations of the entire country, those of us who have not had the vaccine yet will have to rethink our personal relationships with those close to us who refuse to take the vaccine. Let us not forget that each person has a right to refuse the vaccine, but that right must not get confused with our right to choose to live. The choice really is between the vaccine and the body bag. We know the body bags will go to those who did not take the vaccines first, but will their refusal cause others among us to die and get a body bag also?
President Biden Applauded for Reopening Enrollment at Healthcare.gov through May 15th By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent
According to the Kaiser Family Foundation, about 9 million uninsured Americans are estimated to obtain free or subsidized health insurance during the special enrollment period. After four years of the previous administration’s efforts to destroy the Affordable Care Act (ACA), President Joe Biden has moved swiftly to repair damage done to President Obama’s signature legislation. The Biden administration has reopened enrollment at Healthcare. gov through May 15 – though the timeline varies depending on the state – to ensure that everyone has
an opportunity to obtain coverage. The move is especially important as the nation continues to grapple with the coronavirus pandemic that has claimed more than 480,000 American lives. Marcela Howell, president and CEO of In Our Own Voice: National Black Women’s continued on page7
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Billions in New COVID Relief: From $600 Stimulus Checks to Black-Run Vaccine Sites
Publisher’s Corner
Bo Tefu | California Black Media
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On Sunday, Gov. Newsom visited Faithful Central Bible Church in Inglewood, a predominantly Black congregation that serves its local community with a number of outreach ministries. The church is hosting a mobile COVID-19 vaccination site. “We’re not doing enough. We need to do significantly more programs like this,” said Gov. Newsom at the Faithful Central Bible Church. “We’ve got to get people back to work. We’ve got to get people back into church.” The California Department of Public Health also announced Sunday it has administered 7.3 million COVID-19 vaccines. Last week, Gov. Newsom announced several steps the state is taking to provide much-needed financial relief to people in the state who are facing financial hardships due to the pandemic. California residents from households with income below $30,000 will receive a one-time $600 stimulus check to reduce economic hardships related to the pandemic, the governor’s office says. According to Newsom, the state reached a federal deal worth $9.5 billion for COVID-19 relief funds. The money is expected to help individuals and families, college students, as well as local business owners. More than $2 billion will be allocated to small businesses impacted
by the pandemic, including funding for the tax-deductible Paycheck Protection Plan. The federal funds also include over $400 million for critical childcare resources. The state allotted $100 million in emergency relief funds to support community colleges. An additional $6 million will support college supplemental food programs. Gov. Newsom said support from lawmakers to provide relief funds is what Californians need after nearly a year of attempting to fight the pandemic and recover. “These actions are critical for millions of Californians who embody the resilience of the California spirit,” he said. Toni Atkins (D-San Diego), California Senate President pro Tempore, said the emergency relief funds echo the state’s long-term plans to promote equity for communities most affected by the pandemic. “People are having a hard time making ends meet,” Atkins said. “People are hungry and hurting, and businesses our communities have loved for decades are at risk of closing their doors. We are at a critical moment, and I’m proud we were able to come together to get Californians some needed relief.” Racial Equity, Vaccinations and Overcoming COVID-19 California and the BidenHarris Administration opened
two new community-based vaccination sites in Oakland and Los Angeles, among the first in the nation, as part of a larger initiative to promote equity in areas across the country where Black and Brown people live. The pilot sites co-run by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), the state of California and the Department of Defense administered vaccinations to residents Tuesday morning at the OaklandAlameda Coliseum and California State University Los Angeles. Bob Fenton, acting FEMA Administrator said, “these sites demonstrate how we can provide more opportunities for vaccination to the hardest hit communities and ensure everyone who wants a vaccine can get one.” Gen. Glen Va n Herck , Commander of U.S. Northern Command, said military medical providers have supported various hospitals across California. "Defense Secretary Austin has made clear we must move further and faster to eradicate the devastating effects of the coronavirus," said VanHerck. The governor's office also partnered with more than 100 community organizations, “ to safely, swif tly, and equ it ably va cci nate all Californians,” said state officials. The state awarded an additional $17.3 million to various community-based organizations for outreach and efforts to alleviate racial disparities in the healthcare system. The selected organizations offer a variety of critical ser vices, resources, and information to help communities disproportionately affected by COVID-19. The communitybased organizations cater to diverse populations, including African Americans and other
minorities, LGBTQ individuals, as well as faith-based groups. Gov. Newsom said systemic inequalities in the government and healthcare systems have put many Californians at a higher risk of COVID-19. The state plans to use the communityoutreach model of the census to help underserved communities. “We must reach these disproportionately affected Californians through trusted messengers and communitybased partners to minimize the spread of the virus, overcome vaccine hesitancy and save lives,” said Newsom. The community partnerships also aim to provide workplace protection and public health guidance for people working in sectors hit the hardest by the pandemic as part of its outreach. In California, the majority of low-wage essential workers are Black and Brown individuals. More than 80 % of low-wage essential workers perform their duties in close proximity to others reports the University of California Berkeley Labor Center. In the report, co-authors and researchers Adriana RamosYamamoto and Monica Davalos said it is time for California policymakers, “to declare racism a public health crisis,” emphasizing that the pandemic has hit Black and Brown people the hardest. The coronavirus exposed that the damaging effects of racism in California are “not by accident, but by design,” the report stated, citing unequal access to health care, unemployment, housi ng a nd educat ion. “This devastation must be the catalyst for California policymakers to acknowledge that racism has caused lasting and negative impacts on communities of color,” the report pointed out.
200-Year Old Historically Black Community In Michigan Continues To Struggle After Years Of Disenfranchisement And Racial Inequity Black History Month News
Nationwide -- If you live in one of 10 contiguous South Oakland County, Michigan suburbs (one of the wealthiest counties in the United States), you are living on the stolen land and looted lives of a historically Black community called Royal Oak Township, dating back to 1819 and before Michigan’s 1837 statehood. White security and wealth were built simultaneous and interdependently through the destruction and annexation of historically Black Royal Oak Charter Township, now a .55 square mile remnant of an area that once spanned 36 square miles. Wit h a m u lt i - r a c i a l , intergenerational effort, they are currently engaged in work to create a campaign, Truth Toward Reconciliation: "The Vision,
Journey, and Voices of Royal Oak Charter Township,” in southern Oakland County whose history is a microcosm of the destruction of black communities, i.e., Detroit’s Black Bottom, Tulsa’s Black Wall Street, and Rosewood’s Massacre. A GoFundMe page has been established for those who wish to support this campaign which includes the production of a documentary video, e-magazine, social media, conversations, intergenerational dialogues, truthtelling stories, and voices of those who have lived or currently live in this 36 square mile township and surrounding area. Spearheaded by Friends of Royal Oak Township, Inc., a volunteer-driven, 501(c)(3), this effort was launched in late 2019. They want to raise a minimum of
$75,000 to continue advancing our year one planning for the initial stage of this historic two-year initiative. Their effort will join a mere handful of other truth and reconciliation movements nationwide inclusive of the City of Chicago’s Police Reparations and Suburban Chicago Evanston, and the North Carolina cities of Asheville and Greensboro. The Ferguson rebellion has opened many American eyes and some hearts in a way unseen since the Freedom movement of the 1960s. During his tenure, the socalled “leader of the free world,” Donald J. Trump, made “white rage” as real as in any other time in America’s history. Historically, and particularly since the Jim Crow era, growing numbers of white people continue to support racist policies. The events of January 6th, in the bastion of American democracy, the plight of democracy was exacerbated beyond any sense of rational, ethical, or moral humanity. Against the backdrop of the documented 4,400 Black lynchings in America between Reconstruction and World War II, the August 28, 1955,
torturous murder of 14-yearold Emmitt Till, and the more recent murders of George Floyd, Breanna Taylor (among a list too lengthy to recount), we were once again awakened in our homes, throughout our neighborhoods, across this country, and around the world to publicly proclaim that Black Lives Matter! Some non-Black Tr uth Toward Reconciliation initiative colleagues ask, “What does it look like when white people proclaim that they need to speak out against racism, challenge themselves and their neighbors to really, really tell the truth of their history?” By doing so, it means they can begin to heal, reconcile, and repair the pain, the harm, the violence, both physical and spiritual, that is fundamentally related to a history built upon the genocide of indigenous people and the enslavement of Africans. In resistance to hundreds of years built upon racial capitalism, people of African ancestry have been the conscience of this nation. Today, the Friends of Royal Oak Township, Inc. believe that we will continue to travel the path to heal and leave behind continued in next 2 columns
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200-Year Old Historically Black Community In Michigan Continues To Struggle After Years Of Disenfranchisement And Racial Inequity...continued this racist history. While they know that this is a national and international struggle, they believe it is through local work that we can change ourselves and the world. "Only through truth can we get to healing and reconciliation: First truth, then healing," the founders say. Visit www.forot.org to learn more about the work of Friends
of Royal Oak Township, Inc. (FOROT) over its 10-year history, and support their funding campaign at https:// charity.gofundme.com/o/en/ campaign/decimation-of-a-blackcommunity For press inquiries, contact FOROT, Inc. at (248) 209-6880 or info@forot.org
Educators Call on State Board of Education to Seek Waiver from U.S. Department of Education Suspending Standardized Testing for Current School Year Community/Education News BURLINGAME — The California Teachers Association (CTA) has submitted a letter to the State Board of Education (SBE) urging the California Department of Education (CDE) to submit a waiver requesting the U.S. Department of Education (USDOE) to suspend standardized testing for the 2020-21 school year. In the February 22, 2021, letter to the SBE, CTA cites problems with both feasibility of administration, useability and reliability of resulting data, and the cruelty of putting students, families, and educators through high stakes assessments in the middle of a pandemic. If submitted and approved, the waiver would suspend summative assessments required under the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA), normally conducted in the spring. Most California students are still engaged in distance learning, and many students still lack reliable internet bandwidth and access or inconsistent learning and testing environments. Educators have also expressed concerns about the validity and comparability of a statewide test administered under widely varying and largely uncontrolled circumstances. CTA is advocating for the suspension of high stakes tests that will take away precious instructional time and put unnecessary additional stress on students and their families. CTA has also sent a letter to Acting U.S. Secretary of Education, Phil Rosenfelt, urging
the USDOE to issue assessment waivers to states as soon as possible, reiterating educator concerns about the harm that standardized testing in the middle of a pandemic would cause. “Given widespread inequities in student access to technology and the internet, as well as the concerns both educators and parents have about the value of any data gathered from traditional annual testing in the midst of a global pandemic, we firmly believe testing would be detrimental to students, and of little use to teachers and school districts,” said CTA President E. Toby Boyd. “These factors lead us to urge policy makers to instead focus on providing support to students in distance learning and their safe return to physical classrooms instead of on assessments of little value.” A petition by the California Teachers Association calling for the suspension of state standardized testing has so far gathered 40,000 signatures from parents and educators who are deeply concerned about the continuation of normal testing during this most challenging school year. That petition is being shared with the SBE and the USDOE. More background on these letters, standardized testing, and CTA’s position on suspending testing this year can be found here https://www.cta.org/educator/ posts/cta-renews-call-to-waivestandardized-testing.
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California Black Women Leaders Organize to Open Paths for Others
California Bill Would Require State to Contract More With Black-Owned Businesses...continued
Quinci LeGardye | California Black Media
that there are 10, 287 Blackowned businesses operating in the state. They employ 81, 530 employees. ZIPPIA also examined the number of Blackowned businesses per capita, using data from the United States Census’ Annual Business Survey. The top three states in the country that support Blackowned businesses are Maryland, Georgia, and New York. “It’s shocking that only 7% of the country’s businesses are Blackowned. Recent events have led to a nationwide push to support black-owned businesses. So, we wanted to find out what states support a thriving environment for Black-owned businesses,” ZIPPIA stated in the 2020 report. A B 915 upd ates a nd seeks to enact Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger’s 2006 executive order (EO S-02-06), which required the same minimum goal of 25% minority participation in government contracting. It also expands on AB 657, passed in 2017, which initiated steps to establish a “small business liaison-advocate” for each agency that regularly interacts with small businesses. This office would primarily be responsible for meeting the 25% goal. “I am proud of this piece of legislation which will not only raise the priority of all small businesses seeking contracts with the State but elevate the importance of minority-owned businesses in the State's procurement process,” Pat Fong Kushida, President and Chief Executive Officer of the CalAsian Chamber. “It is my hope that this bill will be the first of many which
After launching a campaign last year to push for another Black woman to replace Vice President Kamala Harris in the United States Senate, a coalition of California Black women leaders say they are not defeated. They are organizing. Many of the women – federal or state legislators, other elected officials and political leaders – have made history in California and across the nation. Now, they have come together to organize, launching an effort to ensure that more Black women are voted into elected office in California. On Feb. 15, the California Black Women’s Collective (CBWC) hosted “Conversation with Congresswomen Karen Bass, Barbara Lee and Maxine Waters.” Melanie Campbell, President and CEO of the National Coalition of Black Civic Participation and convener of the Black Women’s Roundtable, moderated the virtual event. “After we were disappointed that we were not able to keep the seat for the United States Congress, we wanted to make sure that we did not lose our momentum, so we brought together this collective of Black women across California to make sure that we stay visible and active and engaged,” said LaNiece Jones, Executive Director of Peralta Colleges Foundation and Black Women Organized for Political Action (BWOPA). According to the event’s organizers, the goal of CBWC is to amplify the priorities of Black women and organize with the goal of securing adequate representation for Black women in government. They also work in solidarity with the #WinWithBlackWomen initiative, which advocates for Black women lawmakers nationally. The congresswomen spoke about how they ended up serving in the state legislature and later Congress, with all of them mentioning that they
were ushered in by other Black legislators who called them to serve. Congresswoman Karen Bass (D-CA-37) said she entered the race for the California Assembly because other Black legislators were going to Congress and there weren’t going to be any African American women serving in the state legislature had she not run and won. “That was very motivating to me because all of the issues that we had worked on in the community. When people leave, everything that you've worked on can be reversed. So, that's what led me to run for office,” said Bass. When asked who had been critical to their success in their career, the congresswomen spoke about Black women community leaders and local government leaders who have worked with and inspired them, including Mary Henry, Opal Jones and Lillian Mobley in South Los Angeles, Maudelle Shirek in Berkeley, Nolice Edwards and Kellie Todd Griffin in Sacramento, and Edith Austin in Oakland. “What I liked most about them was the courage that they had. If you could’ve seen them operate, you would’ve been instilled with the kind of strength that they helped to generate for me. I’ve been out of place, outspoken, confrontational, all of that, because of all these women, and I love it, and I’m so pleased I knew them and embraced me,” said Congresswoman Maxine Waters (D-CA-43). Speaking about their legacy, the congresswomen all say they hope they will be recognized for the fights they have led on behalf of their communities, and for delivering for their constituents. Cong resswoman Barbara Lee (D-CA-13) emphasized the importance of changing systematically oppressive systems. “Like Shirley Chisholm said,
when you get inside it’s not about playing by the rules, it’s about changing those rules because they weren’t made for you and me. So, I hope that my legacy will be, I didn’t go along to get along and I tried to change the systems and structures that are creating such oppression for so many marginalized people,” said Lee. State and local Black women legislators also spoke about the legacies they want to leave, and what they want to accomplish for both their constituents and the women who will follow in their footsteps in various roles. They also touched on the importance of creating a better future of Black Californians. “I wanted to demonstrate to people from San Diego and for African Americans across the state, that we can actually fight this battle and win,” said California Secretary of State Shirley Weber. “That was something that was so important because so many of our communities settle for little or nothing in terms of representation. So, my goal was to basically demonstrate that we can get police reform, that we can get a reparations bill passed, that we can do things in California that others think that we couldn't do.” State Board of Equalization Member Malia Cohen said, “This country has done dubious things in terms of passing policies that have shaken the bedrock of our financial stability. When I think about my legacy at least, as I serve on the Board of Equalization, I really want to begin to elevate the conversation. There are very few women – let alone Black women that are in this space that are paying attention to taxes and fees and they're paying attention to budget. That is the legacy that I hope to leave behind.” Assemblymember Sydney Kamlager-Dove (D-Los Angeles), whose district includes Crenshaw,
Ladera Heights, Baldwin Hills and Culver City, says Black politicians have to press their colleagues holding elected office to push for the changes they would like to see. “We are at the bottom of just about every statistic when it comes to talking about Black futures, and what our Black babies are going to grow into. At the end of the day, we have got to be riding every single fellow colleague and the administration on budget decisions that are coupled with policy decisions,” said K a m l a g e r- D ove . Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors member Holly Mitchell emphasized that courage is required to succeed. “I want people to be clear about my ‘why,’ and understand that I was not afraid because fear is the only thing that can stop us as Black women from being overwhelmingly successful. Don't be afraid. If others are afraid of you that is their problem, not yours,” Mitchell said. Assemblymember Autumn Burke spoke about her mother, Yvonne Brathwaite Burke, who also served in the state legislature. Burke said she now feels it’s her responsibility to bring Black women into the legislature as her mother did. "Creating a bench is incredibly important to me now. It was one of my mom's legacies. So many of her staff became speakers and supervisors and city council members. It's something she's really proud of. And as I look now, as I'm getting a little bit older, I’ve realized how important that really is. When I look around that room, knowing that I'm going to be the only one there, and what a disservice that is to our communities,” said Burke. Sa n Fra ncisco Mayor London Breed spoke about her motivation for getting into politics, after growing up in poverty. Now, she wonders why she was one of the only people in her neighborhood to go to college and get out of poverty. “All the people I grew up with, I now see them in the Tenderloin, sometimes strung out. I've gone to more funerals and I can count. The only reason why I decided to do work as a public servant is because I wanted to change things from a perspective of someone who's was forced to live in it for most of my life. So, what I want my legacy to be is I want to look back, and I want to feel and see a difference in people's lives,” said Breed.
California Bill Would Require State to Contract More With Black-Owned Businesses Antonio Ray Harvey | California Black Media Last week, Assemblymember David Chiu (D-San Francisco) introduced the Economic Equity First Act of 2021, also known as Assembly Bill 915. The legislation is proposing measures to ensure fair opportunities for minorityowned small businesses in state contracting and procurement. Under AB 915, all state agencies, departments, boards, and commissions would be mandated to achieve a minimum goal of 25% participation for minority businesses, which include Blackowned, women-owned and disabled veteran-owned firms in state procurement and contracts. “Our small businesses,
particularly minority-owned small businesses, have been hit especially hard by the pandemic,” said Assemblymember David Chiu (D-San Francisco). “This bill uses the state’s enormous purchasing power to help uplift our small businesses when they need it most.” The legislation is based on the recognition that small businesses makeup 99.8% of all California private sector companies, and they make a significant contribution to the economy, accounting for 7 million employees across the State. Black businesses in California hire nearly 82,000 employees. The California Asian Pacific Chamber of Commerce (CalAsian
Chamber) worked closely with the Assemblymember's office to develop this legislation, which increases access to procurement opportunities for small, minority, women-owned and disabled veteran-owned businesses. The CalAsian Chamber is joined by the California Hispanic Chambers of Commerce and the California African American Chamber of Commerce (CAACC) in co-sponsoring and supporting this landmark legislation. Of California’s 4.1 million small businesses, 1.2 million (29%) are minority owned. The CalAsian Chamber alone represents the voice of over 600,000 Asian and Asian
Pacific Islander (AAPI)-owned businesses that generate more than $181 billion in annual revenue. The Asian entities also employ over 910,135 Californians with an annual payroll of over $26 billion. AB 915, if it becomes law, could enhance African American businesses’ status in the state, supporters say. According to a June 2020 report by ZIPPIA, titled the “Most Supportive States for Black Bu si nesses,” California ranked No. 4. ZIPPIA, an online career support company, reported continued in next 2 columns
proactively offer real-life solutions for the millions of business owners across California.” Also, more help is on the way for businesses suffering the most significant economic hardship from the COVID-19 recession. Gov. Gavin Newsom, Senate President pro Tempore Toni G. Atkins. (D-San Diego) and Assembly Speaker Anthony Re ndon ( D -La kewood) announced that they have reached an agreement on a package of immediate actions that will ramp up relief to individuals, families and businesses. The compromise builds on the initiatives in the governor’s state budget proposal to provide cash relief to lower-income Californians, increase aid to small businesses, and provide license renewal fee waivers to businesses impacted by the pandemic. In addition to these measures, the agreement provides tax relief for businesses, commits additional resources for critical childcare services, and funds emergency financial aid for community college students. “As we continue to fight the pandemic and recover, I’m grateful for the Legislature’s partnership to provide urgent relief and support for California families and small businesses where it’s needed most,” Newsom said. “From child care, relief for small business owners, direct cash support to individuals, financial aid for community college students, and more, these actions are critical for millions of Californians who embody the resilience of the California spirit.”
SBVC Instructor Earns Master Pilot Award for 50+ Years in Aeronautics State/Government News
SAN BERNARDINO, Calif. - In honor of his exceptional record, SBVC instructor Larry Rice has been recognized with the Federal Aviation Administration's Wright Brothers Master Pilot Award, given to pilots who have practiced safe f light operations for 50 years or more. The Yucaipa resident started flying in 1969, when he was 18 years old. He began attending San Bernardino Valley College, where he joined the SBVC Flying Club. As a part of this organization, Rice provided flight instruction for other students and participated in National Intercollegiate Fl ig ht Compet it ion s i n California, Illinois, and Arizona. Rice became a certified flight instructor in 1971, and earned an associate degree in business and aeronautics from SBVC. After graduation, he attended California State University, San Bernardino where he earned bachelors and master's degrees in business. His passion for flying continued - he spent 33 years with Kaman Bearing and
Supply Company, working in pilot and management positions, and is an adjunct professor at SBVC, teaching private pilot, instrument, and weather classes. SBVC offers and Associate of Science in Flight Operations and Management and an Associate of Science in Aviation Maintenance Technician under its Department of Aeronautics. Students can also receive certificates of achievement in Airframe Maintenance Technician, Aviation Maintenance Technician, Flight Operations and Power Plant Maintenance Technician. SBVC's program is Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) certified and students seeking flight time can receive it through the college's partnership with the World Wide Wings flight school, located at the San Bernardino International Airport. For more i nfor mat ion about the program offerings under SBVC's Department of Aeronautics, visit valleycollege. edu/academic-career-programs/ degrees-certificates/aeronautics.
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“Boarding Ends in 15 Minutes..!” By: Lou Yeboah
Lou Yeboah “Come Aboard the Ark Now!” If you're not on board, you will not be allowed to board once the doors close. Hurry, time is running out, and running out quickly. [Romans 13:11]. God’s judgment is coming! [Genesis 6:7 Genesis 7:4 Genesis 7:10-12]. Run to the place of safety from the wrath to come and the penalty of sin. Understand that after the door is shut, the time of judgment arrives, and only those who have gone through the doorway would be saved. “Come Aboard the Ark Now… Boarding Ends in 15 minutes!” For when they shall say, peace and safety; then sudden destruction cometh upon them, as travail upon a woman with child; and they shall not escape. [1 Thessalonians 5:3]. I tell you, there’s a storm on the horizon and this storm will leave no man, no institution and no nation untouched. It is a storm that all other storms point forward to. “Come Aboard the Ark Now,” God has issued an emergency evacuation order that you must heed if you are going to survive. A storm of epic proportion is barreling across the sky and it is heading your way. Rolling and pulsating as it approaches! The signs are all around us. Make preparations to be out of the path of God’s wrath by entering the ark. Hurry! Time is running out and running out quickly! God has promised that the storm is coming and He is not slack concerning his promise, as some men count slackness, but is long-suffering toward us, not willing that any should perish... [2 Peter 3:9]. “Come into the Ark Now!” A storm is on the horizon. It is a storm that cannot be compared to any storm of nature in its power and intensity. It’s a storm that will bring judgment upon the heart of every man and woman remaining in the earth. There is only one place of refuge – in the hands of Jesus Christ. “Come Aboard the Ark Now… Boarding Ends in 15 Minutes.” Hurry! “The great day of the Lord is near, it is near, and hasteth greatly. That day is a day of wrath, a day of trouble and distress, a day of wasteness and desolation,
a day of darkness and gloominess, a day of clouds and thick darkness. [Zephaniah 1:14-18]. Scripture shows that when God appoints a time of great judgment He prepares a door of deliverance for those who repent and seek Him. [Genesis 7:1-7]. Don’t wait until it is too late! “Come Aboard the Ark Now!” God’s judgment is lurking around the corner. Seven days before the long promised, yet long-delayed wrath of God was poured out upon the earth, the Lord called Noah into the ark, along with the animals which God had assembled. The door remained open for one final week. After seven days, the door was shut. Enter through the door today, while it is still open to you. [John 10:9]. The door is open, but the hour is late. “Run, Come Aboard the Ark Now, Boarding Ends in 15 Minutes!” For God has ordained one means of salvation from the judgment to come: The Lord Jesus Christ, crucified for sinners. Whether you’re wealthy or poor, moral or immoral, educated or uneducated, there is only one way to heaven, the way of the cross of Jesus Christ. He is the only means of salvation God has provided. “Come Aboard the Ark Now. Boarding Ends in 15 Minutes!” Nothing escaped God’s judgment except Noah and his family…and the animals that were in the ark. Every other person and every other animal perished. They had as much opportunity to escape as Noah did but they rejected God’s warning…and it cost them their lives. God did what He said He would do- He destroyed everything. God destroyed all living things…He didn’t send a partial judgment…but He sent the full force of His judgment. God didn’t leave anything undone… and when He brings judgment in the future…He isn’t going to leave anything undone. [Genesis 7]. "He who testifies to these things says, Yes, I am coming quickly.” [Revelation 22:20]. “But concerning that day or that hour, no one knows, not even the angels in heaven, nor the Son, but only the Father.” [Mark 13:32]. “The Spirit and the Bride say, “Come.” And let the one who hears say, “Come.” And let the one who is thirsty come; let the one who desires take the water of life without price.” [Revelation 22:17]. Judgment came suddenly, but not without warning. “Boarding Ends in 15 Minutes. Come Aboard the Ark Now!”
Witness For Justice#1035
Let's Talk about Abortion Chris Davies Team Leader, Faith INFO Let’s talk about abortion. As a clergywoman in the United Church of Christ, access to abortion has been one of the issues of which I am most proud that we have a historic legacy of continued support. Clergywomen and clergyfolk in the United Church of Christ have been vocal for decades about a woman’s right to choose, ease of access to abortion for all people, and the healthy pathways to get what is necessary and life-affirming. Yet, as soon as abortion became legal through Roe in 1973, there has been a sustained effort to politicize and polarize the issue using the language of faith. In fact, when looking closely through the
lens of faith, there is assurance for me that Jesus would support access to the healthcare that enables a thriving life. Consider his healing of the hemorrhaging woman. Consider his mirror-turning statements, “let they without sin throw the first stone.” Consider his clarity on system change towards justice in his messaging of support for the poor, the unhoused, the sick. It is irresponsible to assume that Christianity is inherently anti-abortion. Abortion is essential healthcare. Here in Ohio, there is a bill recently passed (SB-27) that tries to equate the tissue byproduct of abortion with the fullness of lived human continued in next 2 columns
Let's Talk about Abortion...continued life, through rituals of funeral and cremation. While not yet in effect, the bill irresponsibly mandates religion through ritual, pushing a polarizing agenda through faith, when the state is not actively caring for the fullness of human lives of poor people or unhoused people through the global pandemic. It is irresponsible to value the potential of life more than the lived experiences of Black and Brown people calling for support today. When someone in poverty or without a home passes away, and their family cannot afford care for their beloveds’ burial rituals, how dare we prioritize and require rituals for potential life? Religious freedom means that we need to be free to say no to state-mandated rituals, even and especially when they only reflect a certain kind of faith. Abortion is a necessary healthcare procedure. It’s time for progressive faith leaders to be clear about where we stand and vocal about access to abortion (using the word abortion). It is time for progressive faith leaders to be clear about the act of faith in standing for radical choice. Radical choice means that no
matter what or how or why, we show up for access to abortion. Whether used liberally or conservatively, whether because of sex work or sexual assault, no matter what, abortion should be safe, legal, and affordable. It is time for us to truly examine where moral authority is assigned, assumed, and claimed. There are people in every single one of our congregations who have had abortions. Everybody loves someone who has had an abortion, whether you are aware of it or not. It is time for us to name the politics the ongoing funding going into the control of the bodies of women, LGBTQ people, people of color, and/or poor people. It is time for us to examine the ways in which the messaging has continued to harm people in service to the potential lives that might be present (even without support for the fullness of thriving upon arrival into the world). I am proud to continue to show up for access to abortion because of my faith; because I believe that Jesus would be clear about his support for essential healthcare, like abortion, for all people.
Founding Member of Hip-Hop Group The Fat Boys, Prince Markie Dee, Dies at 52...continued album came in 1989 with the release of On and On. They split up, and Prince Markie Dee went solo while Buff Love and Kool Rock Ski put out Mack Daddy. (In 1995, Buff died of cardiac arrest. He was only 28 and reportedly weighed over 400 pounds.) 14 Ways to Love Yourself Better Morales stayed more involved with the music industry as the Fat Boys went their separate ways by the late 80s into the 90s, by becoming a music executive as well as a songwriter and producer for Mary J. Blige, J. Lo, Ariana Grande, Frank Ocean, Destiny’s Child and many others. He also took his talents to Miami, Florida, and became a radio jock for stations in the area. Morales also began a solo career and signed with Columbia Records. He released his debut album Free
in 1992, which spawned the No. 1 hit single, “Typical Reasons (Swing My Way).” From 20082010, the New York native worked as a radio host for 103.5 The Beat WMIB radio in Miami. Most recently, Morales took over the midday slot that his friend and ailing friend and fellow rapper Biz Markie vacated on LL Cool J’s Rock The Bells Radio on Sirius/XM. You would hear Morales with his booming voice, smiling tone, and wild stories entertaining his listeners. Back when he was 43, Prince lost 175 pounds in the last six years … down from 450. He told TMZ, “I am not young anymore. I cant go eat a couple of Big Macs a day and not worry about it. I have to watch what I eat and care about my diet. I have kids to live for.”
Mo’Nique: Healthier, Happier & Under 200 Pounds In Over 30 Years! Lifestyle News
Founding Member of Hip-Hop Group The Fat Boys, Prince Markie Dee, Dies at 52 Lifestyle News
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(Photo credit: Prince Markie Dee Instagram) Mark Anthony Morales, better known as Prince Markie Dee, of the legendary ’80s rap group The Fat Boys has passed away at the age of 52. Details surrounding Morales’ death are very scarce at the moment, but that hasn’t stopped fans from all over the world taking to social media to pay tribute to the late emcee. Rock The Bells, where he worked as a radio host and DJ, tweeted their condolences on Thursday (Feb. 18). “The Rock The Bells family is heartbroken to learn of the passing of Mark ‘Prince Markie Dee’ Morales earlier today,” the official page tweeted. “That voice and his presence can never be replaced. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his loved ones.” Morales was born on February 19, 1968. He established Disco 3 together with Darren Robinson and Damon Wimbley in the early 1980s. After winning a talent contest at the Radio City Music Hall in 1983, they signed a contract with the promoter of the show. The promoter recommended the group to rename themselves to The Fat Boys, in reference to their weight. The Fat Boys were one of hip-hop’s first major success stories. Being an early superstar on the hip-hop scene, Morales was typically viewed as the leader of the group known to rap with energy and passion while remaining funny and intelligent at the same time. The trio of
Morales as Prince Markie Dee, Darren “Buff Love (The Human Beat Box)” Robinson, and Damon Wimbley aka Kool Rock-Ski were originally named “The Disco 3,” but later changed to “The Fat Boys” which stuck with them for the remainder of their career. Starting out in 1983, Morales and the crew won a talent show that put them in the bright lights of New York’s Radio City Music Hall. The three expertly mixed rhyme skills, beat-boxing ability, and humor to create some of the most accessible hip-hop of the time. The first three albums, which were produced by Kurtis Blow, were all successful and birthed hits like “Jail House Rap,” “Can You Feel It?,” and “The Fat Boys Are Back.” But things went to another level in 1987 when they released the platinum-selling Crushin‘, which was a top 10 hit and featured the biggest single of their career —”Wipe Out,” a rock-inspired song that featured an appearance from The Beach Boys. The Fat Boys quickly went from just rappers to being fullfledged celebrities, appearing in Swatch commercials and starring in movies like Krush Groove (1985) and Disorderlies (1987). They also famously headlined The Fresh Fest — one of hiphop’s first major tours — and were successful touring Europe back when rappers couldn’t leave The States. The Fat Boys’ final continued in next 2 columns
Mo’Nique: Healthier, Happier & Under 200 Pounds In Over 30 Years! Comedian Mo’Nique, love her or disklike her, she always has something to say. has made a career out of embracing her body weight or at least helping others come to terms with their body issues, specifically women. Nearly two years ago, she reached a personal milestone: weighing under 200lbs for the first time since she was, in fact, a teenager. And while nearly everyone and their mama is gained weight during the pandemic, Mo was able to keep it off. She posted on Instagram imploring her ‘loves’ to continue their hard work. She shared this message with her fans: “I said that I would share this journey with y’all, the weight loss and getting healthy, and today when I got on the scale, since I was 17 years old, I’ve been over 200 lbs. Today was the first time in my adult life that I’ve been under 200 lbs.” Mo’Nique wraps up her message by emphasizing the hard work it took to get this far. “Hey my loves. UNDER 200lbs. WE CAN DO IT. BELIEVE YOU CAN. DON’T H A PPE N OV E R N IGH T BUT IT HAPPENS. RAW FOOD IS THE TRUTH. SWIPE LEFT. Luv y’all 4 real” With her exercise and healthy recipe videos she shares on her social media, the funnywoman has also been steadily remained healthy. Check her out on Instagram: Mo’Nique received a lot of pushback from people when she decided to lose weight. Many of them said that she was “turning her back on the plussized community” that helped make her a successful comedian.
There was a lot of speculation as to why she decided to do it, but Mo’Nique had her own reasons. One of those reasons is what her husband said to her that Mo’Nique took to heart. “When my husband asked me my weight, I answered and he said ‘…That’s too much weight. I want you around for a lifetime and that’s not healthy.’ It was at that moment that I went through guilt, I went through shame, because of my size. Because I never felt love like that before.” That’s when Mo’Nique said she decided to “save her life.” Now, she’s using her star power to inspire her fans to lose weight. “For a long time, I was a child in my way of thinking. I thought that I could eat what I wanted, do? what I wanted, and was reckless in the sense of abusing my body. That’s when I was younger.” “I think that the journey I have to take now is that I have babies. I have a son who is 23, but I also have a son who is nine. And we have twins who are seven. I want to meet their children. I want to be able to play with their children. I don’t want to be a burden on my family due to self-neglect I was fortunate to watch my grandmother play with my children. I want to be in the same position.” Two other reasons for her change of heart for her health is being diagnosed with high blood pressure and topping out at 262 pounds. “My husband said ‘That’s too much baby. I want you for a lifetime. I love you so much that I can’t lie to you,” Mo’Nique remembered. “I had never felt that type of love before.” Currently, the star has gone from a size 20 to a size 14. She says that she’s not done yet, and that her goal is to get down to 180lbs.
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Page 5 LEGALS/CLASSIFIEDS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20210000952 Date Filed: 01/29/2021 Filing Expires On: 01/29/2026 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.): LP BODY REPAIR County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of Business:16666 FOOTHILL BLVD. FONTANA, CA 92336 Name of Individual Registrant: PATRICIA LOPEZ Name of corporation or limited liability company as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.: State of Inc./Org./Reg.: Inc./Org./Reg. No.: Residence Street Address: 11317 HOMEWOOD DR. FONTANA, CA 92337 This business is/was conducted by: An Individual Registrant has commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: May 01, 2020 Patricia Lopez, Owner, declares that all information in this statement true and correct. NOTICE- IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920. WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORT IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE.) Published in the San Bernardino American Newspaper February 11, 18, 25, March 4, 2021.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20210001023 Date Filed: 02/01/2021 Filing Expires On: 02/01/2026 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.): FLAGSHIP LOGISTICS County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of Business: 1030 NORTH MOUNTAIN AVE. #337 ONTARIO, CA 91762 Mailing Address: 1030 NORTH MOUNTAIN AVE. #337 ONTARIO, CA 91762 Name of Individual Registrant: ARTHERLEY G. WILLIAMS JR. Name of corporation or limited liability company as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.: State of Inc./Org./Reg.: Inc./Org./Reg. No.: Residence Street Address: 1030 NORTH MOUNTAIN AVE. #337 ONTARIO, CA 91762 This business is/was conducted by: An Individual Registrant has commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: Jan 21, 2021 Artherley G. Williams Jr., Owner, declares that all information in this statement is true and correct. NOTICE- IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920. WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORT IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE.) Published in the San Bernardino American Newspaper February 11, 18, 25, March 4, 2021.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20210001334 Date Filed: 02/10/2021 Filing Expires On: 02/10/2026 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.): LIVESTOCK EVENT SERVICES County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of Business:7979 FOLEY ROAD HESPERIA, CA 92345 Name of Individual Registrant : KELLY L. O’BRIEN-SECORD Name of corporation or limited liability company as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.: State of Inc./Org./Reg.: Inc./Org./Reg. No.: Residence Street Address: 7979 FOLEY ROAD HESPERIA, CA 92345 This business is/was conducted by: An Individual Registrant has commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: Feb 01, 2021 Kelly L. O’Brien-Secord, Owner, declares that all information in this statement is true and correct. NOTICE- IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920. WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORT IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE.) Published in the San Bernardino American Newspaper February 25, March 4, 11, 18, 2021.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20210000802 Date Filed: 01/27/2021 Filing Expires On: 01/27/2026 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.): 1. EMPIRE AUTO SALES 2. SULLIVAN BROS. AUTO GROUP County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of Business: 1428 RANDY ST., A UPLAND, CA 91786 Name of Individual Registrant Name of corporation or limited liability company as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.: SULLIVAN BROS. LLC State of Inc./Org./ Reg.: NV Inc./Org./Reg. No.: 202035310015 Residence Street Address: 2925 COVATTA CT. LAS VEGAS, NV 89086 This business is/was conducted by: A Limited Liability Company Registrant has commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: Feb 20, 2020 Andre Lathon, Managing Member, declares that all information in this statement is true and correct. NOTICE- IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920. WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORT IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE.) Published in the San Bernardino American Newspaper February 4, 11, 18, 25, 2021.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20210000200 Date Filed: 01/07/2021 Filing Expires On: 01/07/2026 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.): ACT SERVICES County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of Business: 13231 9TH ST. CHINO, CA 91710 Name of Individual Registrant: ANEDIA S. ARROYO Name of corporation or limited liability company as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.: State of Inc./Org./Reg.: CA Inc./Org./Reg. No.: Residence Street Address: 13231 9TH ST. CHINO, CA 91710 This business is/was conducted by: An Individual Registrant has commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: January 06, 2021 Anedia S. Arroyo, declares that all information in this statement is true and correct. NOTICE- IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920. WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORT IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE.) Published in the San Bernardino American Newspaper February 4, 11, 18, 25, 2021.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20210001138 Date Filed: 02/04/2021 Filing Expires On: 02/04/2026 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.): SOCAL GARAGE DOOR SERVICE County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of Business:14870 FARMINGTON ST. HESPERIA, CA 92345 Name of Individual Registrant: MARK A. VEGA Name of corporation or limited liability company as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.: State of Inc./Org./Reg.: Inc./Org./Reg. No.: Residence Street Address: 14870 FARMINGTON ST. HESPERIA, CA 92345 This business is/was conducted by: An Individual Registrant has commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: June 01, 2015 Mark A. Vega, Owner, declares that all information in this statement is true and correct. NOTICE- IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920. WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORT IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE.) Published in the San Bernardino American Newspaper February 18, 25, March 4, 11, 2021.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20210001358 Date Filed: 02/10/2021 Filing Expires On: 02/10//2026 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.): THE CAR GUYS RC County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of Business: 8180 MASI DR., SUITE A RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA 91730 Mailing Address: 313 MINARET ST. CORONA, CA 92881 Name of Individual Registrant Name of corporation or limited liability company as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.: I & S CORPORATION State of Inc./Org./Reg.: CA Inc./Org./Reg. No.: C4308514 Residence Street Address: 313 MINARET ST. CORONA, CA 92881 This business is/was conducted by: A Corporation Registrant has commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: Not Applicable Mohammad Patel, President, declares that all information in this statement is true and correct. NOTICE- IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920. WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORT IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE.) Published in the San Bernardino American Newspaper February 18, Correction 25, March 4, 11, 2021.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20210000721 Date Filed: 01/26/2021 Filing Expires On: 01/26/2026 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.): BLEEDMONEY CLOTHING County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of Business:11611 VILLA ST. ADELANTO, CA 92301 Name of Individual Registrant: LADALE E. WILLIAMS JR. Name of corporation or limited liability company as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.: State of Inc./Org./Reg.: Inc./Org./Reg. No.: Residence Street Address: 11611 VILLA ST ADELANTO, CA 92301 This business is/was conducted by: An Individual Registrant has commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: Jan 21, 2021 Ladale E. Williams Jr., Owner, declares that all information in this statement is true and correct. NOTICE- IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920. WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORT IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE.) Published in the San Bernardino American Newspaper February 25, March 4, 11, 18, 2021.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20210001429 Date Filed: 02/11/2021 Filing Expires On: 02/11/2026 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.): ABC AUTO REGISTRATION County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of Business: 228 E. 40TH ST. SAN BERNARDINO, CA 92405 Name of Individual Registrant : FADI YEHIA Name of corporation or limited liability company as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.: State of Inc./Org./Reg.: Inc./Org./Reg. No.: Residence Street Address: 2150 S. GLENWOOD AVE. COLTON, CA 92324 This business is/was conducted by: An Individual Registrant has commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: Not Applicable Fadi Yehia, Owner, declares that all information in this statement is true and correct. NOTICE- IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920. WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORT IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE.) Published in the San Bernardino American Newspaper February 25, March 4, 11, 18, 2021.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20210001515 Date Filed: 02/16/2021 Filing Expires On: 02/16/2026 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.): SILVER STAR AUTO II County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of Business: 224 E. 4OTH ST. SAN BERNARDINO, CA 92404 Name of Individual Registrant: FADI YEHIA Name of corporation or limited liability company as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.: State of Inc./Org./Reg.: Inc./Org./Reg. No.: Residence Street Address: 2150 S. GLENWOOD AVE. COLTON, CA 92324 This business is/was conducted by: An Individual Registrant has commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: Not Applicable Fadi Yehia, Owner, declares that all information in this statement is true and correct. NOTICE- IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920. WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORT IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE.) Published in the San Bernardino American Newspaper February 25, March 4, 11, 18, 2021.
SUMMONS SUMMONS (CITACION JUDICIAL) CASE NUMBER (Número del Caso): CIVDS 2007145 NOTICE TO DEFENDANT (AVISO AL DEMANDADO): BRIAN JOHN MADSEN aka BRIAN J. MADSEN aka BRIAN MADSEN aka BRIAN KERRY MADSEN aka BRIAN K. MADSEN aka BRIAN MODSEN aka BRIAN S. CANMADSEN aka BRIAN S. MADSEN and Does 1 through 100, inclusive YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFF (LO ESTÁ DEMANDANDO EL DEMANDANTE) BOPTI FEDERAL CREDIT UNION: NOTICE! You have been sued. The court may decide against you without your being heard unless you respond within 30 days. Read the information below. You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this summons and legal papers are served on you to file a written response at this court and have a copy served on the plaintiff. A letter or phone call will not protect you. Your written response must be in proper legal form if you want the court to hear your case. There may be a court form that you can use for your response. You can find these court forms and more information at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www. courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), your county law library, or the courthouse nearest you. If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the court clerk for a fee waiver form. If you do not file your response on time, you may lose the case by default, and your wages, money, and property may be taken without further warning from the court. There are other legal requirements. You may want to call an attorney right away. If you do not know an attorney, you may want to call an attorney referral service. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may be eligible for free legal services from a nonprofit legal services program. You can locate these nonprofit groups at the California Legal Services Web site (www.lawhelpcalifornia.org), the California Courts Online SelfHelp Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/ selfhelp), or by contacting your local court or county bar association. NOTE: The court has a statutory lien for waived fees and costs on any settlement or arbitration award of $10,000 or more in a civil case. The court's lien must be paid before the court will dismiss the case. ¡AVISO! Lo han demandado. Si no responde dentro de 30 días, la corte puede decidir en su contra sin escuchar su versión. Lea la información a continuación. Tiene 30 DÍAS DE CALENDARIO después de que le entreguen esta citación y papeles legales para presentar una respuesta por escrito en esta corte y hacer que se entregue una copia al demandante. Una carta o una llamada telefónica no lo protegen. Su respuesta por escrito tiene que estar en formato legal correcto si desea que procesen su caso en la corte. Es posible que haya un formulario que usted pueda usar para su respuesta. Puede encontrar estos formularios de la corte y más información en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California (www. sucorte.ca.gov), en la biblioteca de
leyes de su condado o en la corte que le quede más cerca. Si no puede pagar la cuota de presentación, pida al secretario de la corte que le dé un formulario de exención de pago de cuotas. Si no presenta su respuesta a tiempo, puede perder el caso por incumplimiento y la corte le podrá quitar su sueldo, dinero y bienes sin más advertencia. Hay otros requisitos legales. Es recomendable que llame a un abogado inmediatamente. Si no conoce a un abogado, puede llamar a un servicio de remisión a abogados. Si no puede pagar a un abogado, es posible que cumpla con los requisitos para obtener servicios legales gratuitos de un programa de servicios legales sin fines de lucro. Puede encontrar estos grupos sin fines de lucro en el sitio web de California Legal Services, (www. lawhelpcalifornia.org), en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California, (www.sucorte.ca.gov) o poniéndose en contacto con la corte o el colegio de abogados locales. AVISO: Por ley, la corte tiene derecho a reclamar las cuotas y los costos exentos por imponer un gravamen sobre cualquier recuperación de $10,000 ó más de valor recibida mediante un acuerdo o una concesión de arbitraje en un caso de derecho civil. Tiene que pagar el gravamen de la corte antes de que la corte pueda desechar el caso. The name and address of the court is (El nombre y dirección de la corte es): SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINOUNLIMITED JURISDICTION 247 West Third Street San Bernardino, CA 92415 San Bernardino Courthouse The name, address, and telephone number of plaintiff's attorney, or plaintiff without an attorney, is (El nombre, la dirección y el número de teléfono del abogado del demandante, o del demandante que no tiene abogado, es): A. Lysa Simon, SBN 94884 9846 White Oak Avenue, Suite 205 Northridge, CA 91325 DATE (Fecha): 3/02/2020 Clerk of Court (Secretario) by, Felix Garza Deputy (Adjunto) (SEAL) NOTICE TO THE PERSON SERVED: You are served Published in The San Bernardino American Newspaper February 25, March 4, 11, 18, 2021.
NOTICE OF SALE OF REAL PROPERTY AT PRIVATE SALE NOTICE OF SALE OF REAL PROPERTY AT PRIVATE SALE IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF STATE OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO-JUSTICE CENTER IN re: ESTATE OF MARY ROBERTA BURDICK CASE No.:PROPS 1100294 NOTICE OF SALE OF REAL PROPERTY AT PRIVATE SALE ( P R O B AT E CODE §§ 10300,10304) 1. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that, subject to confirmation, on March 29, 2021, or thereafter within the time allowed by law, Roberta Burdick, Administrator of the Estate of Mary Roberta Burdick, will sell at private sale to the highest and best net bidder on the terms and conditions stated below all rights, title, and interest that the estate has acquired in addition to that of the decedent at the time of death, in the real property located in SAN BERNARDINO County, California. 2. This property is commonly referred to 1126 W. Berkeley Court, Ontario, California 91762 and is more fully described as follows: Lot 17 of Tract 4792 in the City of Ontario, as per plot recorded in Book 58 of Maps, Pages 4 and 5, Records of said County. APN# 1010-121-140000. 3. The property will be sold subject to current taxes, covenants, conditions, restrictions, reservations, rights, rights of way, and easements of record, with any encumbrances of record to be satisfied from the purchase price. 4. The property is to be sold on an “as is” basis, except for title. 5. The Administrator has given an exclusive listing to Amber Keith of Keller Williams Realty, 1473 Ford Street, #200, Redlands, CA 92373. Tel. No. (909) 213-7703. 6. Bids or offers are invited for this property and must be in writing and can be submitted to seller’s attorney, Noreen T. Fontaine, 400 Ramona Avenue, Suite 212-N, Corona, CA 92879 Tel. No. (951) 278-8290; Fax. (951) 268-9454; Email: noreen@ attyfontaine.com or deliver to Noreen T. Fontaine personally, at any time after first publication of this notice and before any sale is made. 7. The property will be sold on the following terms: Terms of sale cash in lawful money of the United States on confirmation of sale and acceptable to the court on confirmation of sale, e.g., 10 percent (10%) of the amount of the bid to accompany the offer by certified check, and the balance to be paid on confirmation of sale by the court. 8. Taxes, operating and maintenance expenses, and premiums on insurance acceptable to the purchaser shall be prorated as of the date of recording of conveyance, transfer taxes, and any title insurance policy shall be at the expense of the purchaser or purchasers. 9. The right is reserved to reject any bid. 10. For further information, contact Noreen T. Fontaine at 400 Ramona Avenue, Suite 212-N, Corona, CA 92879; Tel. No (951) 278-8290; Fax. No. (951) 268-9454. Date: February 18, 2021 Noreen T. Fontaine Attorney for Roberta Burdick Published in the San Bernardino American Newspaper February 25, March 3, 11, 2021.
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Black History Month Debuts Award-Winning Documentary Exposing U.S. Government For Oppressing Black Communities Filmmaker Brandi Webb to release experimental documentary indicting U.S. Government on 18 charges World/Entertainment News
Nationwide -- Betrayal of a Nation, an award-winning documentary, indicts the U.S government on 18 charges committed against Black and Brown citizens. It premieres during Black History Month on February 26, 2021. The documentary intertwines scripted courtroom dialog with out-ofcourt real-life interviews used as trial testimonies and evidence. Director Brandi Webb suggests these interviews highlight oppressive acts such as the destruction of Black Wall Street in Tulsa, OK, and the execution of civil rights leaders. She wants viewers to gain knowledge about these events and imagine a world
where the government is held responsible. Testimonies include interviews from the mothers of Eric Garner and Tamir Rice, Dr. Tiffany Crutcher (Twin sister of Terence Crutcher), Ajamu Baraka, Rev. Dr. Robert Turner, Councilor Vanessa Hall-Harper, and several others. Betrayal of a Nation educates viewers via a front-row seat to the social injustices and pain inflicted on African-Americans by government agencies that have been dismissive to their communities at large. The documentary is available to rent at BetrayalofaNation.com using the Vimeo platform. Rentals are $17. Pre-orders allow viewers to
rent before the film’s release date and gives them 72 hours of access from the date of release. Click here to watch the trailerhttps://vimeo. com/ondemand/betrayalofanation Betrayal of a Nation won an Award of Merit at the IndieFest Film Festival and a Special Mention award in the African-American Category. “Betrayal of a Nation speaks to the awakening of all America's tricks that have kept a knee on our necks. The film must be seen by all newly woke-minded people who say America wrote a check and now it’s time to cash,” stated radio personality, Tamera Fair, (iHeart Radio) who advocates for reparations in the documentary.
“It’s just so powerful to see that people are putting a spotlight on the injustices that are perpetuated not just today but you know, throughout history… As she (Director Brandi Webb) does this documentary, Tamir Rice’s blood still speaks, Eric Garner’s blood still speaks, Terence Crutcher’s blood still speaks,” says Activist, Dr. Tiffany Crutcher, twin sister of Terence Crutcher. Promotional content can be viewed on the documentary’s social media platfor ms. Visit Fa c e b o o k .c o m / betrayalofanation and follow @ BetrayalofANation on Instagram. Following the 2016 murders of Alton Sterling and Philando Castile, Director Webb became frustrated and furious with countless acquittals and non-indictments of police officers. She created Betrayal of a Nation to explore the social injustices in America. Recent outcries and protests surrounding the murders of Breonna Taylor, George Floyd, and others made clear the need for a real-life indictment on U.S. government policies and practices. Director Webb believes anything is possible. Visit BetrayalofaNation. com for more i n fo. Also follow Brandi Webb on Facebook and Instagram.
The Paley Center For Media Announces Full Lineup For Highly Anticipated PaleyFest LA Selections Include: Big Sky, Evil, The Good Doctor, The Late Late Show with James Corden, Lovecraft Country, The Queen’s Gambit, Six Feet Under 20th Anniversary Reunion, Ted Lasso, and What We Do in the Shadows Citi and Verizon Serve as Official Sponsors Exclusive Benefits and Early Access to Programs for Citi Cardmembers and Paley Members Programs Can Be Viewed on the Paley Center’s Dedicated Channel on Verizon Media’s Yahoo Entertainment Starting on Tuesday, March 30 at 10:00 am ET/7:00 am PT Entertainment News Los Angeles, CA, February 23, 2021 – The Paley Center for Media today announced the full lineup of programming for PaleyFest LA 2021. The country’s premier television festival features conversations with the cast and creative teams from television’s most acclaimed and most popular shows, providing fans with exclusive behind-thescenes scoops and breaking news stories. Starting on Friday, March 26, all programs will be available to view by Citi cardmembers and Paley Members. The initial slate of programming will be available to the public starting on Tuesday, March 30 with additional releases on Wednesday, March 31, and Thursday, April 1 on the Paley Center’s dedicated channel on Yahoo Entertainment, yahoo. com/entertainment/tagged/ paley/, at 10:00 am ET/7:00 am PT. PaleyFest LA selections include: ABC’s Big Sky, CBS’s Evil, ABC’s The Good Doctor, CBS’s The Late Late Show with James Corden, HBO’s Lovecraft Country, Netflix’s The Queen’s Gambit, a 20th Anniversary Conversation with members of the cast and creative team from HBO’s Six Feet Under, Apple TV+’s Ted Lasso, and FX’s What We Do in the Shadows. Paley Center Members receive
special benefits, which include exclusive content from PaleyFest events such as What We Do in the Shadows, Six Feet Under 20th Anniversary Reunion, and more, plus exclusive screening material from The Late Late Show with James Corden and Evil. Patron Members will have VIP behindthe-scenes access to attend the live tapings of the conversation with the cast and creative team from The Queen’s Gambit. Paley Membership provides once-in-alifetime experiences and exclusive access to today’s biggest names, and many additional benefits all year round. To learn more about the many benefits of Paley Membership, please visit the Paley Center Member benefits page at paleycenter.org/join-us/. “For thirty-eight years, PaleyFest LA has been uniting fans with the casts and creative teams behind the most acclaimed and buzzworthy television shows, delighting audiences with exclusive behind-the-scenes and breaking news stories,” said Maureen J. Reidy, the Paley Center’s President & CEO. “We are proud to have Citi and Verizon as the official sponsors, and are thankful for their continued support and commitment to highlighting diverse and original voices on television.”
“The Paley Center has a long history of exceptional programming that celebrates the art of entertainment, and Verizon couldn’t be more proud to support," said Tami Erwin, CEO, Verizon Business and Paley Center Board Member. “Storytelling has the power to lift spirits, provide escape and create a sense of community that’s needed now more than ever. Verizon Business is excited to be working with entertainment companies on how our technology can help transform the production and viewer experience.” “Thank you PaleyFest for including The Queen’s Gambit in your lineup of outstanding television shows this year. We could have been in your first festival in 1986, but it took us thirty-five years to get it made, and Anya Taylor-Joy wasn’t born yet!” said William Horberg, Executive Producer, The Queen’s Gambit. “We couldn't be more honored and excited to talk all things EVIL at PaleyFest. This year has provided an unfortunate abundance of material," said Michelle and Robert King, Cocreators, Showrunners, and Executive Producers, Evil. “We at The Good Doctor are honored and excited to take part in PaleyFest 2021. We
look forward to discussing all things season four with you,” said David Shore, Showrunner and Executive Producer, and Erin Gunn, Executive Producer, The Good Doctor. “I look forward to reuniting with the cast of Six Feet Under for the PaleyFest event marking its twentieth anniversary. I have such tremendous respect for everyone, and it will be a real treat to reconnect and talk about the show,” said Six Feet Under Creator Alan Ball. “We here at What We Do in the Shadows are excited to be part of this year’s PaleyFest, and we’re particularly excited about sharing the stage with the creator of the second-best cable TV show about vampires ever made,” said Paul Simms, Executive Producer, What We Do in the Shadows. “I get to speak for the whole Ted Lasso team when I say thanks for including us at this year’s PaleyFest. We’re so grateful to anyone who gave our show any of their time this year - it’s cool to have the opportunity to let fans know that in person,” said Bill Lawrence, Creator & Executive Producer, Ted Lasso. “We are honored and thrilled to be part of this prestigious festival. continued in next 2 columns
The Paley Center For Media Announces Full Lineup For Highly Anticipated PaleyFest LA...continued A very cool dance to get invited to. Thanks to all at PALEYFEST!” said Dav id E. Kel ley, Executive Producer, Big Sky. “We are honored that PaleyFest LA has invited us to participate, and are grateful for the opportunity to speak to, and thank, the fans who have been so supportive of the show since we started, and particularly during this challenging year,” said The Late Late Show with James Corden Executive Producers Rob Crabbe and Ben Winston. While television fans eagerly await the start of PaleyFest LA, they will have the opportunity to relive some of PaleyFest LA’s greatest moments on the Paley Center’s YouTube page at youtube. com/user/paleycenter. Some memorable highlights featured include conversations with the casts from Vampire Diaries, All American, The Golden Girls, The Big Bang Theory, and many more. PaleyFest LA supports the Paley Center’s many education initiatives including education workshops serving 10,000 youth annually, the PaleyImpact series featuring programs centered around today’s most pressing social issues and the role of media in our society, and the continued preservation of the Paley Archive, featuring more than 160,000 historically significant television and radio programs. Virtual PaleyFest LA Lineup: T he Q ue e n’s G a mbit (Release on Tuesday 3/30, 10:00 am ET/7:00 am PT): Anya Taylor-Joy, “Beth Harmon,” Marielle Heller, “Alma Wheatley,” Moses Ingram, “Jolene,” Thomas BrodieSangster, “Benny Watts,” Harry Melling, “Harry Beltik,” Bill Camp, “Mr. Schaibel,” William Horberg, Executive Producer Moderated by Stacey Wilson Hunt, Hollywood Journalist What We Do in the Shadows (Release on Tuesday 3/30, 10:00 am ET/7:00 am PT): Paul Simms, Executive Producer, Stefani Robinson, Executive Producer, Kayvan Novak, “Nandor,” Matt Berry, “Laszlo Cravensworth,” Natasia Demetriou, “Nadja,” Harvey Guillén, “Guillermo de la Cruz,” Mark Proksch, “Colin Robinson” Moderated Newacheck,
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Six Feet Under 20th Anniversary Reunion (Release on Tuesday 3/30, 10:00 am ET/7:00 am PT): Alan Ball, Creator & Executive Producer, Robert Greenblatt, Executive Producer, David Janollari, Executive Producer, Alan Poul, Executive Producer, Peter Krause, “Nate Fisher,” Michael C. Hall, “David Fisher,” Lauren Ambrose, “Claire Fisher,” Frances Conroy, “Ruth Fisher,” Freddy Rodriguez, “Federico ‘Rico’ Diaz,” Rachel Griffiths, “Brenda Chenowith”
Natalie Alyn Lind, “Danielle Sullivan,” Jade Pettyjohn, “Grace Sullivan,” Valerie Mahaffey, “Helen Pergman,” Brooke Smith, “Mer rilee Legarski,” Ross Fineman, Executive Producer, Matthew Gross, Executive Producer Moderated by Maureen Lee Lenker, Entertainment Weekly Lovecraf t Country (Release on Wednesday 3/31, 10:00 am ET/7:00 am PT): Misha Green, Creator & Executive Producer, Jurnee Smollet t, “Letitia ‘Leti’ Lewis,” Michael Kenneth Williams, “Montrose Freeman,” Wunmi Mosaku, “Ruby Baptiste,” Aunjanue Ellis, “Hippolyta Freeman,” Jamie Chung, “Ji-Ah,” Abbey Lee, “Christina Braithwhite” Moderated by Dominic Patten, Deadline The Late Late Show with James Corden (Release on Wednesday 3/31, 10:00 am ET/7:00 am PT): James Corden, Host & Executive Producer, Ben Winston, Executive Producer, Rob Crabbe, Executive Producer Moderated by Andrew Rannells The Good Doctor (Release on Wednesday 3/31, 10:00 a m ET/ 7:0 0 a m P T ): Freddie Highmore, Executive Producer & “Dr. Shaun Murphy,” Antonia Thomas, “Dr. Claire Browne,” Fiona Gubelmann, “Dr. Morgan Reznick,” Hill Harper, “Dr. Andrews,” Paige Spara, “Lea,” David Shore, Executive Producer & Showr unner, E r i n G u n n , E xe c u t ive Producer & Showr unner Moderated by Chancellor Agard, Entertainment Weekly Evil (Release on Thursday 4/1, 10:00 am ET/7:00 am PT): Mike Colter, “David Acosta,” Michael Emerson, “Leland Townsend,” Kurt Fuller, “Dr. Boggs,” Katja Herbers, “Kristen Bouchard,” Robert King, Co-Creator, Showrunner & Executive Producer, Michelle King, Co-Creator, Showrunner & Exe cut ive P roduce r, Christine Lahti, “Sheryl Luria,” Aasif Mandvi, “Ben Shakir” Moderated by Whoopi Goldberg Ted Lasso (Release on Thursday 4/1, 10:00 am ET/7:00 am PT): Bill Lawrence, Creator & Executive Producer, Jason Sudeikis, Creator, Executive Producer & “Ted Lasso,” Hannah Waddingham, “Rebecca Welton,” Jeremy Swift, “Higgins,” Brendan Hunt, “Coach Beard” and Executive Producer, Juno Temple, “Keeley Jones,” Nick Mohammed, “Nathan Shelley,” Brett Goldstein, “Roy Kent” and Writer, Phil Dunster, “Jamie Tartt” Moderated by Patton Oswalt
Moderated by Ly net te Rice, Entertainment Weekly
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Big Sky (Release on Tuesday 3/30, 10:00 am ET/7:00 am PT): Kathryn Winnick, “Jenny Hoyt,” Kylie Bunbury, “Cassie Dewell,” John Carroll Lynch, “Rick Legarski,” Jesse James Keitel, “Jerrie Kennedy,” Brian Geraghty, “Ronald Pergman,”
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Study Suggests Drinking Caffeinated Inland Empire Health Plan Hosts County COVID-19 Vaccination Site Coffee May Reduce Heart Failure NNPA NEWSWIRE — To analyze the outcomes of drinking caffeinated coffee, researchers categorized consumption as 0 cups per day, 1 cup per day, 2 cups per day and at least 3 cups per day. Across the three studies, coffee consumption was self-reported, and no standard unit of measure were available. In all three studies, people who reported drinking one or more cups of caffeinated coffee had an associated decreased long-term heart failure risk. By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent
In the Atherosclerosis Risk in Communities Study, the risk of heart failure did not change between 0 to 1 cup per day of coffee. However, it was about 30 percent lower in people who drank at least 2 cups a day. (Photo: iStockphoto / NNPA) “While smoking, age and high blood pressure are among the most well-known heart disease risk factors, unidentified risk factors for heart disease remain,” says David P. Kao, M.D., senior author of the study, assistant professor of cardiology and medical director at the Colorado Center for Personalized Medicine at the University of Colorado School of Medicine in Aurora, Colorado. According to “Circulation: Heart Failure,” published on Feb. 9 in the American Heart Association Journal, dietary information from three large,
well-known heart disease studies suggests drinking one or more cups of caffeinated coffee may reduce the risk of heart failure. Coronary artery disease, heart failure and stroke are among the top causes of death from heart disease in the U.S. “The risks and benefits of drinking coffee have been topics of ongoing scientific interest due to the popularity and frequency of consumption worldwide,” added Linda Van Horn, Ph.D., R.D., professor and Chief of the Department of Preventive
National/Health News Rancho Cucamonga, CA, February 22, 2021 - To support essential COVID-19 vaccination efforts, Inland Empire Health Plan (IEHP) has partnered with San Bernardino County to host a super vaccination site. The clinic will be held at IEHP's headquarters at 10801 Sixth Street in Rancho Cucamonga beginning on Tuesday, Feb. 23. Regular hours of operation will be Tuesdays through Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The vaccination clinic is scheduled to run for approximately six months. Appointments are required and can be made at SBCovid19.com/vaccine. "The county's partnership with IEHP will result in a very visible increase in the number of vaccinations we carry out in San Bernardino County and make vaccinations much more accessible to important segments of our population," said Curt Hagman, who serves as both Chairman of the San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors and Vice-Chair of the IEHP Governing Board. "IEHP is a well-known and respected name in healthcare in our region," Second District Supervisor Janice Rutherford said. "I'm confident they will be a great partner in our efforts to get more people vaccinated in a very efficient manner." (Note: News Media planning to cover tomorrow's first day of operation are urged to arrive
between 10 and 11:30 a.m. Media access will be limited after 12 noon.) County and IEHP nurses will administer approximately 500 vaccines per day and plan to work up to administering 1,000 vaccines per day, based on availability. The clinic will include options to support individuals with mobility issues and an observation area to monitor for any side effects. "Getting these vaccines to our residents is a critical element in our fight to contain COVID-19," said Karen Hansberger M.D., IEHP's chief medical officer, "Residents should be vaccinated as soon as they are able and we are doing all we can to make that happen. Receiving the vaccine as a community puts us one step closer to living safe and healthy lives." To ensure members and residents have the latest information on vaccine distribution efforts, the health plan will continue to work with Riverside and San Bernardino Counties and provide the latest information on their website, iehp.org. "We're a community-based health plan and serving our neighbors in this way is who we are," said Jarrod McNaughton, IEHP chief executive officer. "We're grateful to be able to support the effort by providing space and staff and hope that it can serve as a great start to the continued work we know needs to be done in our region."
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President Biden Applauded for Reopening Enrollment at Healthcare.gov through May 15th...continued from page 1 Reproductive Justice Agenda, applauded the new enrollment window and encouraged all without health insurance — especially in communities of color — to act now to enroll. “We know that before the passage of the ACA, people of color accounted for 54 percent of the uninsured in the United States, even though they only make up 35 percent of the population. Black women and other women of color — who already face systemic barriers to accessing health care — were disproportionately impacted,” Howell determined. According to the Kaiser Family Foundation, about 9 million uninsured Americans could get free or subsidized health insurance through the special enrollment period. Further, for those earning up to 400 percent of the federal poverty line – about $51,500 for one person and $106,000 for a family of four, government subsidies are available. About 90 percent of those who sign up through Healthcare.gov receive subsidies, recent data revealed. Popularly known as Obamacare, former President Barack Obama signed the ACA into law in 2010. The law expanded Medicaid and significantly lowered the cost of insurance for many Americans, particularly low-income residents. According to statista.com, the full effects of Obamacare weren’t seen until 2013, when governmentrun insurance marketplaces such as HealthCare.gov were opened. The number of Americans without health insurance fell significantly between 2010 and 2015, but began
to rise after 2016 when Donald Trump took office and spent four years attempting to outlaw and dismantle the ACA. Reportedly, during the first half of 2019, over 27 percent of the Hispanic population in the United States didn’t have health insurance, up from a historical low of 19.3 percent in 2016. In 2019, the national average was 9.5 percent and Asian Americans had the lowest rate at 7.4 percent. White Americans also had a below average rate at 9.8 percent, whereas 13.6 percent of Black Africans had no health insurance. “During the last administration, due to actions to undermine enrollment, the number of people without health insurance increased for the first time since the ACA went into effect,” Howell noted further. “Now we have a chance to provide health insurance for more people. We applaud the Biden-Harris administration for taking decisive action to make health insurance coverage more accessible by reopening enrollment for three months. Doing so surely will save lives and help protect people against financial insecurity.” She continued: “We strongly urge those who are uninsured — especially women and people of color — to act now to enroll. Visit http:// www.healthcare.gov to enroll. Given that states with their own insurance exchanges may have different enrollment periods, it is important for people without insurance to act immediately so they don’t miss the opportunity to get coverage.”
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Study Suggests Drinking Caffeinated Coffee May Reduce Heart Failure...continued
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In California, Black residents are the 4th most affected group by COVID-19, making up 4% of all California cases. Historically known as advocates and providers, Black churches across the state are stepping up to bridge the gap between the government and free access to community-based testing. As leaders in the community, the church testing sites are exemplifying the way to properly engage the Black community in providing resources and reducing the spread of COVID-19.
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Medicine’s Nutrition Division at the Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine in Chicago, and member of the American Heart Association’s Nut r ition Com mit tee. “Studies reporting associations with outcomes remain relatively limited due to inconsistencies in diet assessment and analytical methodologies, as well as inherent problems with self-reported dietary intake,” said Dr. Van Horn. Dr. Kao and his colleagues used machine learning through the American Heart Association’s Precision Medicine Platform to examine data from the original cohort of the Framingham Heart Study and referenced it against data from both the Atherosclerosis Risk in Communities Study and the Cardiovascular Health Study to help confirm their findings. Each study included at least 10 years of follow-up, and, collectively, the studies provided information on more than 21,000 U.S. adult participants. To analyze the outcomes of drinking caffeinated coffee, r e s e a r che r s c at egor i z e d consumption as 0 cups per day, 1 cup per day, 2 cups per day and at least 3 cups per day.
Across the three studies, coffee consumption was selfreported, and no standard unit of measure were available. The analysis revealed: In all three studies, people who reported drinking one or more cups of caffeinated coffee had an associated decreased long-term heart failure risk. In the Framingham Heart and the Cardiovascular Health studies, the risk of heart failure over the course of decades decreased by 5-to-12 percent per cup per day of coffee, compared with no coffee consumption. In the Atherosclerosis Risk in Communities Study, the risk of heart failure did not change between 0 to 1 cup per day of coffee. However, it was about 30 percent lower in people who drank at least 2 cups a day. I m p or t a nt ly, d r i n k i ng decaffeinated coffee appeared to have an opposite effect on heart failure risk – significantly increasing the risk of heart failure in the Framingham Heart Study. However, in the Cardiovascular Health Study, there was no increase or decrease in risk of
heart failure associated with drinking decaffeinated coffee. According to findings released, when the researchers examined this further, they found caffeine consumption from any source appeared to be associated with decreased heart failure risk, and caffeine was at least part of the reason for the apparent benefit from drinking more coffee. “The association between caffeine and heart failure risk reduction was surprising. Coffee and caffeine are often considered by the general population to be ‘bad’ for the heart because people associate them with palpitations, high blood pressure, etc.,” Dr. Kao. “The consistent relationship between increasing caffeine consumption and decreasing heart failure risk turns that assumption on its head. However, there is not yet enough clear evidence to recommend increasing coffee consumption to decrease risk of heart disease with the same strength and certainty as stopping smoking, losing weight or exercising.” To view the full study, visit ht t p s://w w w. a h ajou r n a l s. org/journal/circheartfailure.
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Bitter Battle Over Your Privacy Is Brewing Between Apple and Other Silicon Valley Giants Aldon Thomas Stiles | California Black Media
Editorial credit: Alberto Garcia Guillen / Shutterstock.com The billion-dollar tech company Apple has begun introducing software that prevents companies from tracking their customers and collecting large amounts of data from people who use their products. With iOS 14, its latest software update, Apple users will have to allow developers to use their data for advertising or other marketing research. Apple’s decision, which falls in line with a broad consumer privacy overhaul the company calls App Tracking Transparency (ATT). It follows the passing of Proposition 24 in California, which expanded consumer privacy protections in the state. Under Prop 24, California will take steps to raise the barriers for companies to access online users’ information in California and set up an agency to enforce those restrictions. "If we accept as normal and unavoidable that everything in
our lives can be aggregated and sold, then we lose so much more than data. We lose the freedom to be human," said Apple CEO Tim Cook in a speech in which he subtly criticized Facebook's privacy policies. Facebook's CEO Mark Zuckerberg responded with cynicism about Apple's motives. "Apple may say that they're doing this to help people, but the moves clearly track their competitive interests," Zuckerberg said. Apple's new software will give users the choice of how much of their data is shared and who it is shared to, largely affecting the sort of advertisements users will see. "We believe that ethical technology is technology that works for you," Cook said. "It’s technology that helps you sleep, not keeps you up. That tells you when you’ve had enough,
Bitter Battle Over Your Privacy Is Brewing Between Apple and Other Silicon Valley Giants...continued that gives you space to create, or draw, or write or learn, not refresh just one more time. It’s technology that can fade into the background when you’re on a hike or going for a swim, but is there to warn you when your heart rate spikes or help you when you’ve had a nasty fall," Cook stated. The new software will begin being implemented within the next few months and is expected to prompt other tech companies to follow suit in order to keep up with the trend of ethical technology. Google is floating the idea of its own anti-tracking, pro-privacy policy similar to Apple for Android users. For now, the company says it will stop collecting “identifiers
for adversiters,” commonly known as IDFA, which companies use to deliver adds and track impressions. Google’s users will receive a prompt to allow or deny tracking when opening Apple-based apps. “At Google, we’ve always put users and their privacy first. Transparency, choice and control form the bedrock of our commitment to users, and advertising is no different,” the company said in a statement. “We remain committed to preserving a vibrant and open app ecosystem where people can access a broad range of ad-supported content with confidence that their privacy and choices are respected.”
Aguilar Announces Over $2.5 Million for Inland Empire Health Care Local News San Bernardino, CA— Today, Rep. Pete Aguilar announced that Inland Behavioral Health Services, Inc. (IBHS) received two grants from the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). The first grant of $2,488,515 will help IBHS provide an array of key health care services to lowincome and at-risk populations throughout the Inland Empire. The second grant provides $126,000 in funding to focus on chronic hypertensive patients and assist IBHS in monitoring and improving their condition through the use of Bluetoothenabled blood pressure monitoring devices that will feed the data
directly to their health centers. “IBHS is a key partner in providing affordable health care for Inland Empire residents, and I’m proud to announce that they’ve received this funding. As Congress continues working to provide relief to the American people during this pandemic, I’ll remain focused on bringing these types of resources to San Bernardino County,” said Aguilar. “These awards provide muchneeded healthcare services to the poor, disenfranchised, lowincome, no-income and at-risk populations of San Bernardino and Riverside Counties. These continued in next 2 columns
Aguilar Announces Over $2.5 Million for Inland Empire Health Care...continued services include: full-scope medical; dental; behavioral health; substance abuse; and many ancillary services. The funding will also allow us to use technology to secure better health outcomes for residents. With the support of this federal funding, IBHS will continue to serve
the needs of the community,” said Dr. Temetry Lindsey, CEO &President of IBHS. Rep. Aguilar serves on the House Appropriations Committee, the committee responsible for funding federal grant initiatives at agencies like HHS.
CPCA Applauds Biden’s FQHC Vaccination Program, Calls for Greater Supply to CA County Local News Sacramento – The California Primary Care Association (CPCA) applauds the Biden Administration for sending vaccines directly to community health centers, recognizing the role they play within their communities as trusted providers of care. The Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHC) Vaccination Program was launched this week and included 25 FQHCs, five of which are in California, and will grow to 250 FQHCs in the next five weeks. “We applaud the Biden Administration for recognizing the pivotal role health centers play in our health care delivery system and working to get vaccines directly to them for use in their communities. While the program has just started, we are excited to see five FQHCs here in California included in the pilot this week and look forward to even more FQHCs receiving vaccines through this program in the coming weeks,” said Carmela Castellano-Garcia, President and CEO of CPCA. “It’s no secret that the
vaccination distribution in our state has been difficult and some of our health centers are still struggling to get vaccines, while others struggle to get enough, and now the state is implementing a distribution model via a new Third Party Administrator (TPA) that continues to leave health centers out. The supply of vaccines to our state continues to lag and is severely hampering our ability to vaccinate our most diverse communities,” continued Castellano-Garcia. “We know that equitable distribution continues to be an integral component of the Biden Administration’s plan and getting vaccines directly to health centers is an important step in getting us there – but more must be done to ensure an adequate supply of vaccines is coming to our state. We are hopeful that this federal program will provide health centers and their patients with the supply necessary to ensure those hit the hardest by COVID-19 get vaccinated.”
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