Author: Carma Henry

       The Supplier Accelerator Program is an extension of an enterprise-wide initiative initially launched at the Cleveland Clinic in Cleveland, Ohio. The program is designed to expand the impact of local businesses owned by traditionally underrepresented entrepreneurs by helping them become competitive in the markets they operate.

   The Miami-Dade County Public Housing and Community Development (PHCD) has announced that applications are now open for the Dream Homes Lottery. This initiative offers a chance for individuals to purchase one of two available homes in Miami. The application period runs from July 24 to August 7, 2024.

       Carnival is an iconic celebration in South Florida and the upcoming Miami Carnival October 5th through 13th is sure not to disappoint. Visions of parades featuring representatives from a cross-section of Caribbean countries, dancing in the streets to rhythmic sounds, tasty Island specialties, special events and magnificent costumes may come immediately to mind. This spectacular tradition is highly anticipated every fall as it fills the Miami streets with electrifying excitement. This is an event to be experienced for sure.

       Aunt Jemima was the perfect “Nod and a Wink” to snare the hungry fans of the prewar, antebellum lifestyle. The overweight, dim witted and just happy to feed her master’s family, she had become a rote character of minstrel shows. Britttanica notes, “The name came from a minstrel song dating to 1875 called ‘Old Aunt Jemima,’…” In 1889 one of the founders of the pancake mix heard it. He made a winning gamble on the myth of a loyal servant making flapjacks for her owner’s family. Britannica wrote, “The image was that of what has been called the ‘Mammy’ a popular trope of an enslaved older Black woman who cooked and cleaned for her White owners, apparently quite content with her lot in life. The image did not materially change following Black emancipation: it was represented by a dark-skinned heavyset woman of indeterminate middle age who wore an apron and a bandana as a headscarf. With a broad smile and exaggerated teeth and lips, the ‘Mammy’ figure was a staple of blackface vaudeville, a simpleminded character whose domain was the kitchen.”

Nunnie on the Sideline

First-placed US’s Noah Lyles (7), second-placed Jamaica’s Kishane Thompson (4) and third-placed US’s Fred Kerley (3) cross the finish line at the end of the men’s 100-metre final [Jung Yeon-je/AFP]  (Photo credit: NDTV Sports)

‘Test Your Bible Knowledge

       Congratulations to the Governor of Minnesota, Tim Walsh, a dedicated educator, and military veteran who embodies a commitment to service and community welfare. As we celebrate exemplary leadership that prioritizes inclusivity and justice, it is crucial to reflect on similar values within our local institutions. The recent events within our school board have highlighted concerning disparities and biases that demand urgent scrutiny and action.

       As it turned out, he failed to make a convincing case to most of Black America. He named called. He doubled down on the loss of Black jobs to illegal immigrants. He proved that he was the reigning champion as the Prince of Prevarication. It is commonly believed that all serious politicians lie but no one out-lies Donald Trump. He berated the NABJ for the choice of questions and the lack of a prompt starting time. He knighted himself as the best president to the Black American community since Abraham Lincoln while boasting of Black advancement during his administration. He did not change the channel. He was clear.

       The National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA) has learned that Vice President Kamala Harris, the Democratic presidential candidate, has chosen Minnesota Gov. Tim Waltz as her running mate after much speculation and a whirlwind of last-minute vetting and interviewing candidates.