By Jennifer Hansler After President Donald Trump repeatedly referred to her as a “wacky Congresswoman,” Rep. Frederica Wilson fired back on Sunday morning, saying that the ambush in Niger that left four US soldiers dead “is (Trump’s) Benghazi” and demanding an apology to “the nation” from White House chief of staff John Kelly. “Niger is @realDonaldTrump’s Benghazi. He needs to own it,” the Florida Democrat tweeted. Wilson and Trump have traded barbs for nearly a week on the controversy stemming from the President’s condolence call to Myeshia Johnson, the widow of Sgt. La David Johnson, one of the soldiers killed…
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By Wayne Risher Bernal E. Smith II, president and publisher of The New Tri-State Defender and Memphis civic leader, died Sunday at his home, his newspaper reported. He was 45. The Defender, one of the country’s oldest African American newspapers, quoted a family spokesman as saying Mr. Smith was with family when he was found Sunday afternoon. Details weren’t immediately available. “The New Tri-State Defender and its management board is devastated,” said a joint statement from associate publisher Karanja Ajanaku and Calvin Anderson, president of Best Media Properties, the Defender’s parent company. Bernal E. Smith II, president and publisher of The…
By Christopher Mathias The mayor of Gainesville calls the white supremacist a “terrorist leader.” GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Thousands of people turned out on Thursday at the University of Florida to protest an afternoon speech by a prominent white supremacist, making their message clear: Richard Spencer, and those like him, are not welcome. Well before Spencer’s speech at a place that did not invite him, a mass of protesters was on hand to greet him. By the time Spencer took the stage at the Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, he was met by a small group of supporters and a larger…
By Daniel Marans Calling Rep. Frederica Wilson (D-Fla.) a liar keeps backfiring Rep. Frederica Wilson (D-Fla.) took a victory lap in her feud with President Donald Trump after the White House was caught falsely maligning her for the second time this week. Twice this week the White House accused Rep. Frederica Wilson (D-Fla.) of lying and each time the facts have vindicated her version of events. Most recently, evidence emerged disproving an accusation by White House Chief of Staff John Kelly that Wilson had gloated over securing funds for an FBI building in her district. Earlier this week, Wilson escalated a political firestorm over President Donald…
He reportedly told the wife of a fallen U.S. service member that her husband knew what he was signing up for. By Amanda Terke It was almost too easy to predict what would happen. A president who is infamous for his inability to show empathy tries to convince the media he is the most caring president ever. And it completely backfires. President Donald Trump had been silent for more than a week about the deaths of four U.S. soldiers in Niger, in what was the deadliest combat operation during his time in office. So it wasn’t surprising when a reporter questioned him…
Would mark the most significant capital investment in Metro history to shape the future of Nashville NASHVILLE, Tenn. (October 17, 2017) – Mayor Megan Barry unveiled today Let’s Move Nashville: Metro’s Transportation Solution, a plan that aligns with the IMPROVE Act passed earlier this year. In early 2018, Metro Council members will be asked to put the plan on the ballot for the May 2018 countywide vote. “Investment in transportation today is an investment in Nashville’s future. More transportation options will make life better for Nashvillians, whether you moved here last summer or you’ve spent your entire life here, and…
NASHVILLE, TN — The Metropolitan Art Commission in collaboration with restorative Justice JJC Judge Sheila Calloway’s Court requested nonprofits and others to submit grants for art projects to restore youth through ART. The African American cultural Alliance submitted a project proposal to MAC/ Restorative Justice and it was accepted! The project entitled “Reach for Stars” a program for instructing, motivating, and inspiring young people through graphic art began May 13th and continued through July the 6th. The participants were provided by Miss Clemmie Greenlee Community activist and youth mentor. The classes were held at McGruder Center the instructors for the…
NASHVILLE, TN — The 25th annual Greater Nashville Healthy For Good Heart Walk, held this past Saturday, October 16, 2017 at Vanderbilt University’s campus, raised over $1.7 million for the American Heart Association, the world’s leading voluntary organization dedicated to building healthier lives, free of cardiovascular diseases and stroke. Fundraising efforts for the Greater Nashville Heart Walk are still ongoing at www.nashvilleheartwalk.org. Several local companies and organizations were on hand to offer their support and inspire heart-healthy living. SMS Holdings was recognized as the organization who raised the most funds for the event while encouraging “heartwalking” and healthier lives. Correct…
By Sizwe Herring NASHVILLE, TN — It’s been a long time coming but we have a local victory to honor. After 17 years of EarthMatters October gatherings at the Carver Food Park promoting Indigenous Peoples Day, along with the hard work of the Native American Indian Association and others, we now have legislation documenting Nashville is doing the right thing. The Celebration The afternoon started at the Casa Azafran Community Center with a celebration. Atty. Albert Bender personally invited me to attend and I was proud to do so. He began the program with a history of the actual “man”…