Three Myths Hurting Young Black Men and Boys

I found this interesting article by Philadelphia Mayor Michael Nutter and felt obliged to share.

In America today, there are three myths, three fundamentally misguided beliefs that are hurting our young black men and boys -- bright young people that I have been fortunate to meet in my time as Mayor of Philadelphia. These myths chip away at the opportunities of these young men of color. As a result, we're putting an entire generation at a severe disadvantage and wasting the lives of millions of people who, with reasonable investment, could become vital contributors to our economy and society.

The three myths are:

1. Myth: America has progressed enough as a nation that black men and boys have an equal opportunity to be successful.

2. Myth: Black-on-black violence only affects the black community.

3. Myth: Helping young black men succeed is not government's problem.

Read more on these myths here: Three Myths Hurting Young Black Men and Boys

Eagle Academy (NYC) sends entire graduating class to college!

It seems that The Eagle Academy for young men in New York City has something to be very proud about.

Wednesday marked the first class where all the graduating seniors have been accepted to college, including Brenton James, the first Eagle Academy grad now bound for the Ivy League. He starts at the University of Pennsylvania in the fall, one of the 21 colleges that accepted him. Watch their story below:

Charles Rangel bests Adriano Espaillat

*As of the time of the post 5:34 AM EST Adriano Espaillat has yet to concede.

[SOURCE: NY DAILY NEWS] Rep. Charles Rangel, the Lion of Harlem, roared one last time Tuesday night, beating back a fierce challenge from state Sen. Adriano Espaillat to win a 23rd and final term in Congress.

With 100% of the precincts reporting, Rangel had 47.4% of the vote to 43.6% for Espaillat, a margin of about 1,800 ballots in the 13th District Democratic Primary.

Anthony Brown wins Maryland Democratic gubernatorial primary

[SOURCE] CNN projects that Maryland Lt. Gov. Anthony Brown will win the state's Democratic gubernatorial primary.

In a state dominated by Democrats, Brown will now be considered the favorite to win the general election in the race to succeed term limited Democratic Gov. Martin O'Malley. Brown was backed by O'Malley, a potential 2016 Democratic presidential candidate, as well as former President Bill Clinton.

If he wins in November, Brown would become the third African-American elected governor in U.S. history.

Statement from Charles Rangel asking for your support in 06/24/2014 Dem primary.

African American Reports reached out to the campaign of NY Congressman Charles Rangel on this busy primary day to ask why voters should support the 21 term congressman again. The campaign made the statement below:

I need you to vote for me today so that I can keep working with President Obama for the final two years of his administration. There's so much to do: raising the minimum wage, creating jobs, building more affordable housing, passing the DREAM Act and immigration reform and protecting the Affordable Care Act. I've been a leader on all of those, standing up against Tea Party Republicans who want our President to fail, and we still need a champion for our values.

It's been humbling enjoying the endorsements of fellow elected leaders including Governor Cuomo, Senators Schumer and Gillibrand, Public Advocate Tish James and so many of my colleagues in Congress. I've been honored to gain the support of unions, the Daily News and friends like you. It's reminded me just how much we need strong leadership that delivers for our communities.

But those expressions of support aren't enough: what I really need is your vote today.

Charles Rangel's website http://www.charlierangel.org/meet_charlie