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FAITH: Encouragement for the Discouraged
By Lucius Gantt Critical race theory (CRT) is an academic movement of civil rights scholars and activists in the United States who seek to critically examine the law as it intersects with issues of race and to challenge mainstream liberal approaches to racial justice. Critical race theory examines social, cultural and legal issues as they relate to race and racism. Critical race theory originated in the mid-1970s in the writings of several American legal scholars with focus on race.
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Tulsa Health Department Free COVID-19 Testing in North Tulsa On Friday
The Oklahoma Eagle Newswire The Tulsa Health Department will be offering free specimen collection for COVID-19 testing during the Unity in the Community food distribution event at the 36th Street North Event Center. Testing will be set up next door in the parking lot of the Greater Union Baptist Church. No appointment is necessary. Individuals can walk up, bike or drive-thru.
Jacks Memory Chapel CEO Maurice Jackson Succumbs
www.jacksmemorychapel.com Maurice V. Jackson was born on February 14, 1938 in Okmulgee County, in Bald Hill Community to his parents Adelle Littlejohn and S. M. Jackson. He passed away May 27, 2020 in Sperry, Oklahoma surrounded by family. Maurice leaves behind his loving wife of 54 years Melba L. Jackson; a daughter Tonya Jackson; two sons: Terry Jackson Sr. and Torrey (Felicia) Jackson; nine grandchildren; four great grandchildren; many nieces, nephews and cousins.
From The Desk Of Barack Obama: How To Make This Moment The Turning Point For Real Change
As millions of people across the country take to the streets and raise their voices in response to the killing of George Floyd and the ongoing problem of unequal justice, many people have reached out asking how we can sustain momentum to bring about real change. Ultimately, it’s going to be up to a new generation of activists to shape strategies that best fit the times. But I believe there are some basic lessons to draw from past efforts that are worth remembering.
Tulsa Public Schools Community Partners
The Oklahoma Eagle Newswire Thank you for continued support of Tulsa children and families – particularly over these last few months as we have navigated through these unprecedented and uncertain times. Now that the most unusual 2019-2020 school year is behind us, we are focusing all of our time and energy on preparing for a strong and safe start to the 2020-2021 school year.
Activist Tamika Mallory’s Speech Goes Viral: ‘We Learned Violence From You!’
Activist Tamika Mallory‘s speech during a rally in Minneapolis protesting the death of George Floyd has gone viral. The former Women’s March co-chair said Black America was in a “state of emergency” at the Friday demonstration, where she was joined by community leaders including Jamie Foxx, Floyd’s close friend, former NBA star Stephen Jackson, and others. “This is a coordinated activity happening across this nation, and so we are in a state of emergency.
Protests Against Police Killings Spread Nationwide
www.essence.com MANY CITIZENS HAVE TAKEN TO THE STREETS ACROSS THE COUNTRY TO PROTEST THE DEATHS OF BLACK PEOPLE AT THE HANDS OF LAW ENFORCEMENT. Black Protester Shot Dead In Nebraska June 1, 2020 By: Breanna Edwards James Scurlock, 22, was shot and killed in Omaha, Nebraska on Saturday while protesting the officer-involved death of George Floyd.
George Floyd Updates: Minneapolis Is Under Curfew As Protests Continue Nationwide
www.nytimes.com Derek Chauvin, a white former police officer, was charged with murder days after using his knee to pin down George Floyd, a black man who later died. Protesters in Minneapolis were peacefully defying an 8 p.m. curfew. The Atlanta mayor pleaded for calm, asking, “What are you changing by tearing up a city?” Here’s what you need to know:
#StayWoke The Oklahoma Eagle Editorial: #MinneapolisBurning, Blaming African Americans
Brutal Choking Death Again Caught On Tape There have been police shootings and physical force used to brutalize African Americans in the past and this time the slow horrifying choking death of George Floyd was caught on cell phones that has just sickened a nation. The four police officers involved have been fired and the Minnesota and Federal Bureaus of Investigation have started a probe into the death.
A Quiet Exodus: Why Blacks Are Leaving White Evangelical Churches
Charmaine Pruitt wrote the names of 12 churches on a sheet of paper, tore the paper into 12 strips, and dropped them into a Ziploc bag. It was Sunday morning and time to pick which church to attend. This time of the week two years earlier, there would have been no question. Ms. Pruitt, 46, would have been getting ready for her regular Saturday afternoon worship service, at a former grocery store overhauled into a state-of-the-art, 760-seat sanctuary.
Featured Tulsa Fitness & Inspiration Personality Banned From The YMCA
By Eagle Newswire Improvement Coach/Trainer Bob Caddy is very well known in Tulsa. His success story is remarkable and there are well over 100 individuals that would credit his “Better Self Improvement” program with changing their lives for the better. Some of these individuals include politicians, business owners, and teachers. In spite of the positive impact he is having in the community, Caddy has faced challenges and unfair treatment by the YMCA.
Two Young Black Men Murdered In Oklahoma By Four Whites And It’s Getting No Media Attention
www.newsone.com By Parker Riley When people talk about modern lynchings, R. Kelly and Bill Cosby are not legitimate examples. Ramon Smith and Jarron Moreland, both 21, are two men who were lynched in 2018. On April 18, police found the dismembered bodies of the young men in a pond outside of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Three white men and one white woman have been arrested for the crime.
Jemele Hill, anti-Trump ESPN host, calls for fans to boycott NFL advertisers
www.foxnews.com By Brian Flood, Fox News The ESPN anchor who called President Trump a “white supremacist” on Twitter last month is now calling for a boycott of advertisers aligned with “America’s Team.” Jemele Hill, host of “SC6,” called on fans to take indirect action against the Dallas Cowboys after owner Jerry Jones told players they would be benched if they didn’t stand up during the national anthem. “Change happens when advertisers are impacted,” Hill wrote.
Commentary’ A Gross Misuse of Power: How Political Activists in North Tulsa Are Trying to Take Advantage of the Community
By Jerry Goodwin Eagle Contributor On May 3, the formation of an organization entitled “Black Wall Street Chamber of Commerce” was announced. Unfortunately, it appears it is more of a political ruse than an official organization that is ready to serve. “I can clearly see the writing on the wall,” says Jerry Goodwin, candidate for City Council in District 1. “The minute I heard about this organization, I immediately thought, ‘Fake News’.
Big Baby Davis Breaks Down In Press Conference After Winning Big3 Title
www.usatoday.com By: Nina Mandell For Glen “Big Baby” Davis, winning the Big3 title on Friday night was far more than just another basketball trophy. Davis, who was facing seven years in prison for a felony assault charge and five years in prison for drug charges when the season began, grew emotional when he spoke about Big3 commissioner Clyde Drexler standing by him. “He knew who I was,” he said. “This Big3 organization – the camaraderie, the people, the love,” he said.
Greenwood Chamber Of Commerce 99th Year Remembrance Of The Tulsa Race Riot/Massacre And Important Announcements
The Oklahoma Eagle Newswire Community Announcement There is a candlelight vigil Sunday night to remember the victims of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre. The outdoor remembrance event will begin at 10:30 p.m. The city, working with PSO, will turn the lights off at the intersection of Greenwood Avenue and Archer Street. At the same time, a video presentation will be played on the scoreboard of ONEOK Field.
Community Elders Share Valuable Insight In Black Wall Street History Class
By Eagle Newswire When Oklahoma State University-Tulsa’s Black Wall Street History course launched in August, Quraysh Ali Lansana didn’t anticipate the majority of his students would have a direct connection to that history. “Most of the students in our class this past semester were over the age of 60,” said Lansana. “Many of them had family who lived in and around the city during the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre.
Ice Cube Cancels On GMA After George Floyd’s Death: ‘In No Mood to Tell America, Good Morning’
www.thesource.com Following the death of George Floyd, Ice Cube called off his scheduled appearance on Good Morning America. Cube was scheduled to appear on Good Morning America, to discuss his Big 3 league, musical legacy, and the state of American society. Instead, Cube decided that America has failed us, and canceled his appearance. The legendary rapper/producer — once a member of the controversial group N.W.A. said he’s just not in the mood.
#MinneapolisBurning: The Latest On The George Floyd Case
www.cnn.com By Melissa Macaya, Elise Hammond and Mike Hayes, CNN Minneapolis, Minnesota Police Chief Medaria Arradondo acknowledged his department’s role in the “deficit of hope” in the city following the death of George Floyd. “I’m absolutely. Sorry for the pain, the devastation trauma,” Arradondo said at a briefing Thursday. Arradondo said criminal behavior will not be allowed in the city. “I cannot allow criminal acts to threaten the safety and also the trauma that already exist,” says Arradondo.
Oklahoma Coronavirus Cases Rise To 6,229
www.kfor.com By K. Querry As more Oklahomans get back to their normal way of life, health officials say COVID-19 is still spreading in some communities. On Wednesday morning, data from the Oklahoma State Department of Health shows that the state has had 6,229 confirmed cases of COVID-19 since March. Authorities reported four additional deaths between March 25 and May 25. Officials say none of the deaths occurred in the past 24 hours.
Zoom Parties, Missed Proms, Uncertain Futures. High School Seniors Share What It’s Like To Come Of Age During A Pandemic
www.time.com PHOTOGRAPHS BY PARI DUKOVIC FOR TIME Gen Xers graduated as 9/11 changed the world forever. Millennials graduated into a job market decimated by the Great Recession. Now, in 2020, Gen Z could very well be renamed Generation Pandemic. The young adults graduating from high school this year will be defined by their Zoom educations and viral TikToks, but also by their lost summer jobs and unpredictable futures.
75 Things White People Can Do for Racial Justice
75 Things White People Can Do for Racial Justice
COVID-19 Peak Dates For Every State
www.msn.com By Grant Suneson There have been over 1.5 million confirmed coronavirus cases and over 94,000 deaths as of May 21, but the rate of spread of the coronavirus appears to be slowing in some parts of the country. The U.S. has not had a day with over 30,000 new infections since May 2. While infections are trending down nationwide, not every state has seen the worst of the pandemic yet.
Half Of Oklahoma’s Reported Coronavirus Deaths Come From Care Facilities Such As Nursing Homes
www.redfrontier.org By KASSIE MCCLUNG In Oklahoma, the novel coronavirus’ toll on older adults has been staggering: Oklahomans age 65 and over make up nearly 80 percent of reported deaths in the state. In a recent one-week period, Oklahoma reported 18 deaths and 114 new cases of COVID-19 at nursing homes and other long-term care facilities, bringing the total number of residents and staff who have died to 155 as of May 22.
NAACP Blasts Minneapolis Police Officers For Death Of George Floyd
www.naacp.org The NAACP released the following statement regarding the death of George Floyd at the hands of Minneapolis Police Officers: Leslie Remond, president, Minneapolis NAACP, stated, “The cruel display of the state-sanctioned murder that took place in Minneapolis is yet another repugnant show of violence by the police. The actions of the officers involved are inexcusable and warrant swift consequences.
Goodwin And Matthews Unopposed In Re-Election Bids
The Oklahoma Eagle Newswire The 57th Legislative Session is filled with historic events. State Rep. Regina Goodwin and State Senator Kevin Matthews will return to work having no one opposing them. Rep. Goodwin was first elected to the house of representative’s district 73 in 2015. “Serving great Oklahomans through the grievous times of a deadly pandemic and uplifting lives remains my challenge, privilege and blessing,” stated Rep. Regina Goodwin.
This Newspaper Has Never Forgotten The 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre - And Its Fight Continues
Jim Goodwin ran his thumb over the screen of his iPhone, reading a rough draft of a newspaper editorial. In 300 words, the author recounted one of the worst acts of racial violence in American history and offered a stark suggestion to Tulsa officials as the 100th anniversary of the massacre approaches: Don’t get so caught up in meeting the centenary deadline that you botch plans for a museum that at long last will properly address the atrocity.
Coronavirus, COVID-19 Tulsa, Oklahoma May 21
The Oklahoma Eagle Newswire Situation Update To date, the Tulsa Health Department (THD) has confirmed 852 positive COVID-19 cases in Tulsa County. 692 residents have recovered and 40 have died. Test results are updated daily at www.tulsa-health.org/COVID19. For the most up-to-date news, information and business resources in Tulsa, visit www.cityoftulsa.org/COVID-19.
Update: When We All Vote
In the 2016 election, almost half of eligible voters did not cast a ballot, and in local elections, the statistics are even more alarming — fewer than 15% of eligible voters turned out to elect the mayors and councilmembers who make decisions every day that directly impact their communities. Across the country, it’s the mayors in our cities who are stepping up to keep us safe through this unprecedented and uncertain time.
Former White House Employee Who Served 11 Presidents Dies Of Coronavirus At 91
www.today.com By Doha Madani Wilson Roosevelt Jerman, who began working at the White House in 1957, was “a lovely man,” former President George W. Bush told NBC News. A former White House butler who served 11 different presidents died at the age of 91 after contracting the coronavirus, his daughter told Fox 5 DC. Wilson Roosevelt Jerman was one of the White House’s longest-serving employees, remembered fondly by former President George W.
Coronavirus Live Updates: CDC Chief Issues Stark Warning On Possible Second Wave And More Lockdowns As Global Cases Top 5 Million
By Ryan W. Miller and Jessica Flores, USA TODAY As the world reached 5 million confirmed coronavirus cases Thursday, the director of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said he can’t guarantee whether a second round of lockdowns is coming as a possible second wave of the virus looms. The United States accounts for over a fifth of the 5 million global coronavirus cases with more than 1.5 million confirmed, according to the Johns Hopkins University data dashboard.
7-Year-Old Boy With Sickle Cell Recovers From COVID-19: “Keep the Faith”
www.blackdoctor.org Those with sickle cell suffer from episodes of sudden and severe pain, known as pain crises. It’s usually excruciating pain in both adults and children. But if that’s not enough, those with sickle cell also have to deal with issues surrounding this coronavirus sweeping through the nation. With nearly 1,000,000 positive cases, COVID-19 has been disproportionately affecting the African American community and exposing health disparities we’ve known for years.
1st Annual Black Wall Street Music Awards
The Oklahoma Eagle Newswire Due to the COVID 19 pandemic our schedule for the awards show has changed. The Greenwood Arts & Cultural Society, INC. is excited to announce that it will be holding our announcement party for the 1st Annual Black Wall Street Music Awards at the Oklahoma Jazz Hall of Fame in downtown Tulsa, OK on June 19th, 2020 from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.. The following is the list of categories that a performer or group can be nominated for to receive a BWS Music Award.
John Hope Franklin Center 2020 National Symposium Goes Virtual May 27th-June 2nd
The Oklahoma Eagle Newswire The John Hope Franklin Center for Reconciliation enters its 11th year of the National Symposium and, due to COVID-19, this year’s symposium will be presented in a virtual format.
Tulsa Health Department: Health and Food Safety Tips For A Safe Holiday Weekend
The Oklahoma Eagle Newswire With the first summer holiday weekend coming up and restrictions slowly lifting, many Tulsans are anxious to celebrate with cookouts, road trips and other events that involve food and gatherings. The Tulsa Health Department (THD) wants to remind the community on how to prevent the spread of COVID-19 during these Memorial Day activities as well as prevent foodborne illness before you light up the grill or pack up the car.
More Than 110 Countries Are Backing A Motion For WHO To Investigate The Origins Of The Coronavirus Outbreak, Despite China’s Objections
www.businessinsider.com By Tom Porter More than 110 nations have signaled support for launching an inquiry into the global response to the coronavirus crisis. A draft resolution set to be voted on at this week’s World Health Assembly was first proposed by Australia and aimed at investigating China, where the pandemic began. A new version drafted by the EU does not mention China by name. However, Australian officials have said they think the general wording would allow for scrutiny of China.
Georgia Church Closes Two Weeks After Reopening As Families Come Down With Coronavirus
www.christianpost.com By Leonardo Blair A Georgia church that reopened after shutting down due to the coronavirus has axed in-person services again in what they describe as “an effort of extreme caution” as several of their families have become infected by the deadly disease. Catoosa Baptist Tabernacle, an independent Baptist church led by Pastor Justin Gazaway in Ringgold, Georgia, restarted in-person services on April 26.
Civil Rights Leader Reverend Joseph Lowery Has Died At 98
Reverend Joseph Lowery, a leader of the civil rights movement who worked alongside Martin Luther King Jr., has died at age 98. Lowery died Friday night of natural causes, family friend Imara Canady told BuzzFeed News. Born in Huntsville, Alabama, the Methodist minister, who was often hailed as the “Dean of the Civil Rights Movement,” cofounded the Southern Christian Leadership Conference (SCLC) with King in 1957.
Tulsa Public Schools Announces Drive-Up Graduations For Class Of 2020
By Eagle Newswire After careful consideration and conversations with students, parents, and teachers, Tulsa Public Schools has made the decision to hold school-based “drive-up” graduations for the class of 2020. These alternative graduations will take place during the week of May 18-May 22 at each school site.
#StayWoke The Oklahoma Eagle Editorial: Dangerous Times For African Americans
African Americans And People Of Color Living In Dangerous Times For some in this world, this country is living in “interesting times,” as a global pandemic creates lethal problems in varying degrees of danger. In real terms most people will not become infected with Covid-19 let alone die. Early information indicates those most in danger are elders and those with underlying conditions.
State To Begin Next Reopening Phase Despite Testing Issues
www.tahlequahdailypress.com By Janelle Stecklein jstecklein@cnhi.com. The state remains on track to begin the next phase of business reopenings later this week even as hospitalization numbers spiked Wednesday and health officials worked to resolve testing accessibility problems. The state Department of Health reported a nearly 15 percent increase in the number of Oklahomans hospitalized with COVID-19. Statewide, 218 Oklahomans were hospitalized with the deadly virus, up from 190 the day prior.
Coronavirus, Tulsa COVID-19 Update - May 14
The Oklahoma Eagle Newswire Situation Update To date, the Tulsa Health Department (THD) has confirmed 743 positive COVID-19 cases in Tulsa County. 603 residents have recovered and 37 have died. Test results are updated daily at www.tulsa-health.org/COVID19. For the most up-to-date news, information and business resources in Tulsa, visit www.cityoftulsa.org/COVID-19.
This Farmer Is One Crop Away From Losing His Family’s Farm (Watch)
“Tamron Hall” on Tuesday (May 12) featured John Boyd, president of the National Black Farmers Association, from his farm in Baskerville, VA. He shared the many ways the pandemic is affecting him and his livelihood. “My biggest fear is the possibility that I could lose my land, I could lose my farm,” says Boyd. “The grit in me and the fight in me says that that’s not going to happen.
Welcome Back, Barack. What Took You So Long?
news.yahoo.com By Doyle McManus, LA Times It’s about time. After more than three years of relative self-restraint while President Trump lambasted his character and eviscerated his policies, former President Obama has waded back into politics just in time for the presidential campaign. In a videoconference with some 3,000 former aides last week, Obama slammed Trump’s response to the coronavirus crisis as an unbridled catastrophe, criticism he knew would leak.
Greater Tulsa Area Indian Affairs Commission, Tulsa Public Schools Recognize Class of 2020 Students Of Excellence
The Oklahoma Eagle Newswire The Greater Tulsa Area Indian Affairs Commission and Tulsa Public Schools have announced students chosen as the Class of 2020 Students of Excellence.
Tulsa’s Osage Casino Planning To Reopen Friday
www.newson6.com By: Amy Kauffman Some Casinos in Oklahoma have already reopened but more are planning to reopen later this week. The Osage Casino North of downtown Tulsa is planning to reopen Friday 15th, but they said they’re still working out details of their grand reopening. They said it will be similar to the opening of their Ponca City location, but said they even plan to add some additional measures from what they’ve learned during their grand reopening there.
Billy’s On The Square Announces Closure At End Of May, Pandemic Was Factor
www.ktul.com By Tyler Butler Before the burgers were legendary, and the onion rings a source of pavlovian desire, Billy Bayouth was jumping on an opportunity. “I had a friend that managed the Sinclair building, and he said, ‘Boy, I’ve got a great spot for you down there, and I think you’d really do good,'” said Bayouth. Thirty-six years of business later, his friend’s suggestion was right on. But all good things must come to an end.
Legally Armed Black Citizens Patrol White Neighborhood Where Ahmaud Arbery Was Killed
www.va.news-republic.com By News One The protests in Georgia sparked by the killing of Ahmaud Arbery bore a number of similarities to the others we’ve seen following what seems like a neverending string of controversial shootings of unarmed Black men by white people.
Pandemic Especially Tough On People Of Color, Poll Says
People of color have not only been hit harder by the deadly coronavirus than have Americans overall, but they’re also bearing the brunt of the pandemic’s financial impact, according to a recent survey from the The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research.
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