Get Informed On How Congressman Meeks and Dems Urge Fed Banking Agencies to Strengthen Community Reinvestment

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Rep. Meeks and 32 House Democrats Urge Federal Banking Agencies to Strengthen Community Reinvestment Act Rules

From The Office Of Congressman Greg Meeks

"It is paramount that any changes strengthen, not relax, the responsibilities banks have to the communities that trust them with deposits..."

Washington, D.C.— Congressman Gregory W. Meeks (NY-05) led 32 other House Democrats, including members of the House Financial Services Committee, on a letter (below) to Secretary of the Treasury Steven T. Mnuchin and Comptroller of the Currency Joseph M. Otting. 

The letter urges the administration to prioritize the interests of underserved communities as they update federal regulations under the Community Reinvestment Act (CRA).

 “For decades now, the Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) has ensured access to capital for millions of Americans from all backgrounds, income levels, and geographic areas,” 

See The Amazing "Movements Dance Company Of Jamaica" WI - in Jamaica NY!

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The Awesome Artistry Of Dancers From The
Island Of Jamaica To Be Performed In Jamaica NY

Since 1982, Movements Dance Company of Jamaica has captivated audiences with its vibrant interpretation of dance theatre.  The company’s world renowned repertoire includes a unique blend of both classical and contemporary dances choreographed in a distinct Jamaican style that is acclaimed throughout Jamaica and the Caribbean for its richness, explosiveness, and entertainment appeal.

Remember These Great Black History Programs Taking Place At JCAL In Jamaica Queens For February 2018

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There Are Some Inspiring And Thought Provoking
Black History Programs At JCAL February 2018

There  Will Be A Month-Long Celebration of the African American and Afro-Caribbean Experience At JCAL (Jamaica Center For Arts & Learning)

THEATRE: Henry Box Brown

Saturday, February 10, 2018, 2:00 PM

Gospel, R&B, blue grass and original Negro spirituals with an infusion of American folk music - weave together to tell this true story of an 1850’s Virginia Slave who shipped himself to freedom in a box! It is the American Les Miserables - where the triumph of the human spirit prevails through the sacrifice of black and white abolitionists. A Children’s Theater Company’s production. Admission: $10/Adults and $5/Children

Look To Better In Your Health With The Fitness Demo Classes At York College

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York Athletics Demo Classes

Did you know that the athletics department at York College offers group fitness, personal training, yoga, and aquatic services to the community. Well they do, and they are hosting a demo day for you to check out the classes they offer.

See How This World Record Holder Oldest Bodybuilder In The World Meets Largest Senior Fitness Class In America

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81-Years Young And Still Going Strong Inspiring Seniors

Atlanta, GA - The oldest female bodybuilder record holder in the world, Ernestine Shepherd, will visit with QLS largest senior fitness class in America, dominated by a female population ages 55 to 98. The two will come together to discuss better health methods and how to take advantage of health benefits home and abroad through exercise and dieting for our aging community and youth as well.

Go See This Important Black History Film Marshall About The Legal Architect Of The Civil Rights Movement

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It it’s Wednesday evening, then its movie time at the Central Library. Today’s feature is “Marshall”. About a young Thurgood Marshall, the first African-American Supreme Court Justice, as he battles through one of his career-defining cases.

Is Netflix And Hollywood Overall Undervaluing The Talents Of Black Women Comedians?

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Are Black Women Comedians
Being Devalued In Hollywood?

Unless you've been hiding under a rock (something I've been known to do from time to time) I'm sure you saw the video shared by Mo'Nique, the comedian, asking for us to join her for a boycott of Netflix for racial and gender bias.  I know I'm not the guy really up on celebrity news.

But I was wondering if someone could explain to me why Monique is being offered only offered $500,000 by Netflix, when Amy Schumer is getting paid over 10 million?  Because right now this has me feeling some kinda way.

There has been rumors that they offered Mo'Nique $2.5 million or 3 million.  However, none of those rumors have been confirmed and Mo'Nique denies them.  I would think Mo'Nique would take millions of dollars because that is nothing to sneeze at even for her. 

I'd never heard of Amy Schumer before this Monique controversy with Netflix.  However, Amy Schumer, Chris Rock or David Chappelle isn't the issue here in my humble opinion.

They all got offered tens of millions of dollars according to accounts I've seen.  The issue for me is: are black women comedians getting fair compensation by Netflix and the entertainment industry as a whole?

For instance Wanda Sykes said Netflix offered her $250,000.  This seems to be pattern and practice to offer low ball compensation to women comedians by Netflix.  

By Thomas Attila Lewis - Mo'Nique, winner of the 2010 SAG award and Oscar Award Winning Actress