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June 09, 2017
Barbara Lee Calls Out Alex Acosta, Dave Chappelle Steps Up on Flint, the Cast of Power Comes to DC, and Morehouse College President Dies Unexpectedly
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Former FBI Director James Comey's testimony yesterday was like a season finale of Scandal (pun intended). Homeboy held back just enough to keep us wanting more. While the rest of the nation found out how boring hearings can be, the DMV was on the edge of their seats taking in every word. He threw shade at Loretta Lynch by questioning her independence in the “matter” of Hillary Clinton’s emails, called Donald Trump a liar, and said he started taking notes and writing memos because he felt that the lying would come back to bite him in the rear. We all expected Trump to live-tweet the hearing, but Steve Bannon must have whispered sweet nothings or hid his phone amidst a stack of intelligence briefings, but he was silent on the “matter” yesterday. BUT, this morning he tweeted out that Comey had uttered “so many false statements and lies and ... is a leaker!” The question we all have for Trump -- Lordy, where are the tapes? In other news, Trumpcare looks dead despite Senate Republican’s efforts to sneakily fast track it while the nation focused on Comey. All this winning must be exhausting, eh? If Trump wants to learn how to bounce back and win, he could take a few pointers from the Warriors, who are up 3-0 and could clinch the title with a win tonight. In some good news -- the weekend is here!! Here’s what we’ve got:
  • Robert Ahn not ready to concede to Jimmy Gómez in California congressional race.
  • Congressmen Adriano Espaillat (D-NY) and Bobby Scott (D-VA) join forces on education legislation.
  • Some sad news out of Morehouse College.
  • Vernon Jordan weighs in on enduring the Trump administration.
  • NCAPA changes leadership.
  • Dave Chappelle steps up on Flint.
  • Native issues take a backseat to Comey drama.
  • Will Puerto Rico become the 51st state?
  • The Beat DC talks Comey hearing.
  • Gasp! We spotted a "Ghost" at the Newseum last night.
  • VA candidates look to Black voters.
  • Ebony Magazine ownership plays the blame game.
  • Cecilia Muñoz joins Kresge.
  • The March on Washington Film Festival hosts an evening of jazz with Eric Holder. Want to go? RSVP below in FOMO.
  • There's a Wonder Woman on the Hill. Find out who.
  • Be sure to tune into HBO tonight to catch Symone Sanders, Ice Cube, and Michael Eric Dyson on Real Time with Bill Maher.
  • Scroll to the bottom. There's some good stuff in FOMO!
  • Oh yeah -- show some PRIDE this weekend!
Greg Cendana kicking off Pride weekend with friends on Thursday at the British Embassy.
Progressive Caucus co-chairs Congressmen Mark Pocan (D-WI) and Raúl Grijalva (D-AZ) welcome Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal (D-WA) as Vice Chair.
Barbara Lee Warns Alex Acosta Trump’s Budget Will Allow Discrimination to Run Rampant
Cutting and merging two agencies that investigate workplace discrimination won’t reduce the government’s enforcement power, Labor Secretary Alexander Acosta said Wednesday. But Democrats pointed to what they say is Trump’s broader effort to roll back decades of civil rights protections. “Department of Labor is going to allow, now, discrimination to run rampant,” Congresswoman Barbara Lee (D-CA) said to Acosta at a hearing on Trump’s budget, which proposed the changes. The budget recommends merging the office that enforces civil rights among federal contractors with the independent Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, which handles complaints against private businesses. The administration says the proposal will save taxpayer money. But the idea has generated opposition from both employers and workers’ groups, who fear such a move would create a sort of super enforcement agency that would dilute investigations but carry overwhelming punitive power. More here.
House Votes to Waive Lie Detector Tests for Some Border Patrol Hires
On Wednesday, the House passed bipartisan legislation to waive lie detector test requirements for prospective Customs and Border Protection workers, as part of an effort to help speed agency hiring. The bill, approved on a 282-137 vote, would allow the CBP commissioner to make polygraph exemptions for certain candidates who are law enforcement officers or veterans. More here.
The Beat DC's Tiffany D. Cross talks highlights of the Comey hearing with Hispanic Lobbyist Association President and Raben Group Principal Larry González and our very own Jamal Simmons. And remember to subscribe to our podcast on iTunes by clicking here!
Candidates Looks to Virginia Black Voters in Governor's Race
The overall Virginia electorate is roughly 20 percent Black, and those voters have overwhelmingly favored Democrats. If the white vote is split between the Republican and Democratic primaries, African Americans could easily account for a third of the Democratic turnout. Hence, the African American community is a key player in the gubernatorial nomination process. Current VA Gov. Terry McAuliffe restored voting rights for felons who have served their time, pledging to keep up an effort that has already added more than 156,000 people -- many of them African American -- to voter rolls. Competing candidates Lt. Gov. Ralph Northam and former congressman Tom Perriello are crossing the state making their case before the electorate doing everything from visiting churches and barber shops to frequently invoking Obama’s name. Proving the “Black vote” is not singular in interests and issues, there is division among the community and the candidates in choosing the best path forward. More here.
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Morehouse College Interim President Dies Suddenly
The interim president of Morehouse College, William J. “Bill” Taggart, passed away suddenly of an aneurysm on Wednesday. Morehouse alumni association president Howard Willis said he was stunned to learn of Taggart’s death because he jogged daily and seemed to be in good health. Willis, a doctor, said he hoped the college could talk to Taggart at some point about whether he would take the job permanently. In a statement by the Board of Trustees Taggart is remembered fondly. “Bill devoted himself wholeheartedly to Morehouse College. We are eternally grateful for his loyal support, counsel and the leadership he provided to students, faculty, and alumni. Throughout his tenure, Bill had a positive impact on Morehouse College and the Greater Atlanta Business Community.” More here.
Robert Ahn Ready to Contest Congressional Election Results in California’s 34th
Concession calls had been made, confetti had been thrown, and the CHC is all ready to welcome new member Jimmy Gómez to their ranks after he claimed victory in the race for California’s 34th congressional district. But not so fast, said Gómez’s opponent Robert Lee Ahn. In a statement released Thursday morning, the Ahn campaign cited "anomalies" in the vote and said he could still win. "We believe it is critical that every vote cast now be counted," said Ahn campaign manager David Meraz, citing the more than estimated 10,400 provisional and mail-in ballots that have yet to be counted by county election officials. As of Thursday, Gómez was leading Ahn by a 60% to 40% margin. But no matter how you spin it, the math doesn't add up for Ahn on this one. More here.
Congresswoman Stacy Plaskett (D-VI) secured a reserved seat at yesterday's Comey hearing.
Spotted at yesterday's Comey hearing, another fired appointee -- former U.S. Attorney Preet Bharara
Cecilia Muñoz and Kathy Ko Chin Join Kresge Foundation Board
The Kresge Foundation welcomed two new board members this week: Kathy Ko Chin, President and CEO of the Asian & Pacific Islander American Health Forum, and Cecilia Muñoz, VP of Policy and Technology and Director of the National Network at New America. The daughter of immigrants from China, Chin has committed her 40-year career to building community institutions that contribute to a diverse, just society. She is a recognized authority on national health policy and a renowned voice for the Asian American community. She served on President Obama’s Advisory Commission on Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders as well as on the boards of many nonprofits. Muñoz was Director of the Domestic Policy Council under President Obama and also served as the WH Director of Intergovernmental Affairs. The daughter of immigrants from Bolivia, she was previously the SVP for the Office of Research, Advocacy and Legislation at NCLR before her work in government. More here.
Woman of Color Named Managing Editor of Huffington Post
Lydia Polgreen, the first openly gay woman of color to be named Editor-In-Chief of HuffPo, just named Jennifer Kho as Managing Editor. Kho will be overseeing all newsroom operations. Most recently, Jennifer was the managing editor of Guardian US, where she developed the site’s successful editorial strategy, which grew traffic and engagement through impactful storytelling and journalism, and unified the newsroom as well. She’s published stories in the NYT, Fast Company, Forbes.com, and worked as an editor for a number of outlets. More about Jennifer here.
Congressman Tony Cardenas (D-CA) chopping it up with 50 Cent. You know. Just your average night in DC. The two were at the Newseum on Thursday night for the Starz hosted premiere of Power.
CBCF's Tasha Cole and Donna Fisher-Lewis clearly caught a Love Jones. They snagged this photo with actor Larenz Tate at Thursday night's premiere of Power.
We Spotted a “Ghost” at the Newseum Last Night!
In a city like DC where cabinet members and foreign dignitaries are stars and people stand in line for Senate Intelligence Committee hearings -- not red carpet premiere -- last night the confluence of DC, LA, and NY met at the Newseum for the season 4 premiere of the Starz hit show Power. Spotted: Members: Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY), Yvette Clarke (D-NY), Donald McEachin (D-VA), Lacy Clay (D-MO), Tony Cardenas (D-CA). Cast members: Omari Hardwick, Naturi Naughton, LaLa, 50 Cent, Lela Loren, Joseph Sikora, Larenz Tate (check out the pic below for the names we missed). DC glitterati: John WallOmarosa, Tasha Cole, Nicholas Wiggins, Ben Branch, Chris Jenkins, Kim Tignor, Beth Lynk, Keenan Austin Reed, Mike Reed, Ebonie Riley, Brandon Andrews, Jeff Johnson, Alix Dejean, Wiliam Clyburn, Damara Catlett, Sam Abrams, Nadia Garnett, Nicole Turner Lee, and others.
The cast of Power at the Newseum last night for the Starz premiere.
Wizards player John Wall with Michael Daley at the Starz premiere of Power.
NCAPA Announces Leadership Changes
After nearly two years as National Director of the National Council of Asian Pacific Americans, Christopher Kang will be transitioning from NCAPA as the organization begins the next stage of its strategic development. As part of NCAPA’s planned growth, it has hired Christine Soyong Harley to serve as Deputy Director. Harley most recently served as the Director of Intergovernmental Affairs for the White House Initiative on Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders, where she led implementation and institutionalization of policy and program initiatives supporting AAPI engagement with and access to federal programs. She previously held leadership roles at the Association of Asian Pacific Community Health Organizations (AAPCHO) and National Asian Pacific American Women’s Forum (NAPAWF). She earned her B.A. from Oberlin College and a Master's in Public Policy from the University of Chicago. NCAPA will begin the search for their next National Director later this summer. More here.
Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers Names New CEO
Claudia Goggin, the Board Chair of the Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers (SHPE), announced that the National Board of Directors has selected Raquel Tamez as their new CEO. Raquel joins SHPE with a distinguished career, having served in a number of executive leadership roles in the private, public, and nonprofit sectors, and was most recently the Chief Legal Counsel at a national nonprofit. She previously served as the Chief Legal Officer and General Counsel for SourceAmerica, an agency with oversight of approximately 500 non-profits nationwide. She has a BA from the University of Texas at Austin and is a graduate of St. Mary’s University School of Law. More here.
Congressman Ben Ray Luján (D-NM), co-chair of the Nuclear Caucus, speaking on Thursday.
Former Obama WH Social Secretary Deesha Dyer at a yoga retreat in Hawaii last weekend.
Espaillat and Scott Join Forces to Help Students Jump Start College
On Thursday, Congressman Bobby Scott (D-VA), ranking member of the House Committee on Education and the Workforce, and Congresswoman Susan Davis (D-CA), ranking member of the House Subcommittee on Higher Education and Workforce Development, joined colleagues Adriano Espaillat (D-NY) and Dan Kildee (D-MI) to introduce the Jumpstart on College Act. The bill proposes investing $250 million to support dual enrollment and early college high schools that primarily serve low-income students and creating a competitive grant program for colleges and universities to partner with school districts to support the development of these programs. More about the bill here.
Castro Wants Comey to Come On Over to the House Side
Congressman Joaquín Castro, (D-TX), is calling for former FBI Director James Comey to testify before the House Intelligence Committee -- where Castro is a member -- and is asking for more information into Comey’s conversations with Trump. 
Castro says that Comey’s statement “raises some very troubling and disturbing questions” about how the president tried to get Comey to drop an investigation into former National Security Advisor Michael Flynn’s contact with Russia. More here. 
Rubio Says He Wasn’t Defending Trump at Comey Hearing
Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) is pushing back on a characterization from his hometown newspaper that he "defended" Trump during Thursday's Senate hearing with former FBI Director James Comey. Rubio pointed to a Miami Herald article that noted he had pushed Comey on why he didn't disclose publicly that Trump wasn't under a counterintelligence investigation and that also mentioned that Rubio dined with the president earlier this week. "This story claims I defended President at hearing today but failed to include quote of me defending him," Rubio tweeted. "Good reason for that, that quote [doesn't] exist. I didn't defend or attack anyone." Read the article here.
The Hill's Diana Marrero with Jeyben Castro from the office of Senator Orrin Hatch (R-UT) at Wednesday night's Latino Magazine reception.
Latino Magazine's Dalia Almanza-Smith, SBA Associate Administrator Allen Gutiérrez, and Andeliz Castillo from VP Pence's office at Wednesday night's reception. 
Vernon Jordan on Enduring the Trump Administration
So much of what we’re experiencing in politics today is not normal. But Vernon Jordan reminds us that we have been here before. In an op-ed he penned for The New Yorker, he recalls watching television in the first public housing project built for Black people in the U.S., and Georgia Governor Eugene Talmadge coming on the radio, describing the two planks of his platform, which, as he recalls, were “niggers” and “roads.” He was against the first and for the second. This, Jordan says, is essentially what Trump is saying now -- except that his two planks are immigrants and jobs. “He’s against the first, and claims to be for the second. The words may change, but the policy remains the same.” To read his full piece on endurance and thoughts on the current administration, click here.

Back to the Drawing Board to Protect Voting Rights in NC
Roy Cooper, the Democratic governor of North Carolina, called a special session of the General Assembly to redraw voting maps that have been ruled unconstitutional. "It's time that North Carolinians be represented fairly so that our legislature is no longer making headlines for the wrong reasons," Cooper said. "The first step toward leveling the playing field of our democracy is drawing a new map." On Monday, SCOTUS upheld a lower court ruling that state lawmakers illegally packed too many Black voters into 19 House and nine Senate districts when they drew legislative voting maps in 2011. The special session started on Thursday and will run for two weeks, concurrent with the ongoing 2017 legislation session. More here.
Ford Foundation Stages Office in Detroit for the First Time Since 1953
The Ford Foundation is getting ready to open its first office in Detroit since leaving the city in 1953 as it ramps up an initiative to invest in affordable housing in Detroit. “We can’t get accomplished what we need to get accomplished working alone,” Darren Walker (pictured) told attendees at the Detroit Regional Chamber’s Mackinac Policy Conference last week. Founded in Detroit but based in New York for 64 years, the $12.5 billion Ford Foundation announced the hiring of program officer Kevin Ryan, who will be based in the Kellogg Foundation office downtown. "I think it's important because having someone close to the ground, someone working in the city, is a more effective way to do our work." Ryan will be in charge of overseeing the $15 million in grants the foundation is making in Detroit annually, which Walker said is the most of any U.S. city. More here.
LendUp's Jotaka Eaddy singing at Bossa Bistro & Lounge in DC on Wednesday night.
Congresswoman Lucille Roybal-Allard (D-CA) with educators from her district last week.
Native Issues Take a Backseat to Comey -- But Stay Woke and Pay Attention
While all eyes were on the James Comey hearing yesterday, Indian Country's interests once again played second fiddle to the headlines du jour. When Trump fired Comey last month, the Senate Committee on Indian Affairs was forced to cancel a previously scheduled legislative hearing and postpone a business meeting. And surprisingly, when it comes to funding for tribal programs, lawmakers of both parties are in agreement, saying Trump's 2018 budget request shortchanges the first Americans and makes it harder for the federal government to fulfill its trust and treaty responsibilities. The Trump team seems to think the Bureau of Indian Affairs doesn't need money to catch up. His budget includes more than $300 million in cuts to education, law enforcement, self-determination and other key programs at the agency, which falls under Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke's authority. A similar picture is seen at HUD, where Trump wants to cut $50 million from the Indian Housing Block Grant Program. More here.
Marie Sylla of T-Mobile meeting with members from the CHC on Thursday.
Congressman Marc Veasey (D-TX) supporting workers in his district.
Dave Chappelle Donates $50K to Flint Water Crisis
Dave Chappelle announced a $50,000 donation to the Community Foundation of Greater Flint during his charity show at The Whiting in Flint, Michigan. The donation will help children who were exposed to the lead water in Flint, in the ongoing Flint Water Crisis. “I’m honored that you guys came here tonight,” he said to the audience. “I want you to know that just by coming to see me you supported this city. I’m not taking a dime.” During his Netflix comedy show, the comedian spoke about bailing out on a previous Flint benefit show to attend the Oscars with Chris Rock instead. Looks like he made up for it. Click image to play the video. More here.
The Status of Black Women in The United States
The Status of Black Women in the United States analyzes the broader experience of Black women in six categories -- political participation, employment and earnings, work and family, poverty and opportunity, health and well-being, and violence and safety. It’s a treasure trove of stats and recommendations. Fortune's Race Ahead writer Ellen McGirt offers a quick snapshot: From 2004 to 2014, Black women’s real median annual earnings declined by 5%. As of 2014, for Black women who worked full-time, year-round, the median annual earnings was 64% of what it was for white men. 80% of Black women are the sole or primary breadwinners of their families. While the number of businesses owned by Black women increased by 178% between 2002 and 2012, lives remain fraught: Black women are underinsured, more likely to be afflicted by preventable diseases, more likely to be incarcerated or experience domestic partner violence than most other ethnic cohorts. Black Lives Matter co-founder and NDWA special projects director Alicia Garza wrote the foreword for the report. Click here to read.
Chief of Staff Welcomes New Team Member at Home
LaDavia Drane, Chief of Staff for Congresswoman Yvette Clarke (D-NY), is the former Director of Hillary Clinton’s African American Outreach and also a former Executive Director of the CBC. Already a busy mom of an adorable little boy, last month she welcomed baby number two. Jackson came into the world all smiles, and after spending a brief period in the NICU, is finally heading home. With a strong team holding down the office, mom is focused on giving the newest addition to her family the strongest start to life as possible. She is bypassing the Trump tweet du jour and, instead, pouring into her son all of her Black Girl Magic so the world can share in his Black Boy Joy. Wonder Women come in all shades, people. More about LaDavia here.
Former Labor Secretary Hilda Solís watches on as newly elected Jimmy Gómez embraces his mother on Tuesday night after claiming victory in California's 34th district congressional race.
Congressman GK Butterfield (D-NC) met with Demetrius, a grad student from University of North Carolina at Greensboro in his DC office on Wednesday.
New Owners at Ebony Blames Problems on Previous Leadership
The co-founder of the company that bought Ebony magazine from Johnson Publishing Co. last year is blaming the magazine’s “deep problems” on Johnson, which owned Ebony since its founding in 1945, Adeshina Emmanuel wrote Tuesday for Columbia Journalism Review. In an interview with Clear View co-founder Willard Jackson (pictured) said that, “It’s unfortunate that it’s gotten to this point with these freelancers. But these freelancers, these guys -- and ladies -- we work with them a lot and we’re going to continue to. They will absolutely be paid in short order here.” Jackson insisted delays in payments had nothing to do with the company’s finances. But a company statement released over the weekend said that its freelance budget would be raised to prevent future mishaps. On Thursday, the magazine also announced they will be moving their headquarters to Los Angeles. More here.
Qatar Could Sacrifice Al Jazeera to Mend Regional Ties
The diplomatic crisis that broadsided Qatar on Monday could spell trouble for one of its crown jewels: Al Jazeera. The network made enemies from Riyadh to Cairo with its criticism of Arab governments and coverage of deposed Egyptian president Mohamed Morsi. CNN reports that five Arab states have now broken off diplomatic relations with Qatar, a dramatic move that reveals just how strained the tiny Gulf state's relationship with its neighbors has become. They have accused Qatar of supporting terrorism, accusations the country says are "unjustified" and "baseless." Big Gulf powers such as Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates will now be in a position to demand concessions from Qatar in return for restoration of diplomatic and economic ties. Analysts said that one of their demands could be the closure of Al Jazeera. More here.
Congresswoman Robin Kelly (D-IL) says kids can't concentrate when they're hungry, showing her support for the Hungry to Help campaign.
Phoenix Mayor Greg Stanton and Congressman Rubén Gallego (D-AZ) welcomed Janet Murguía and NCLR to Arizona last week.
Will Puerto Rico Become the 51st State?
Puerto Rico’s government is banking on a push for statehood to solve the structural issues that led to its financial crisis. On Sunday, Puerto Ricans will vote to decide the territory’s status. If statehood wins, as expected, the island will enact what’s known as the Tennessee Plan, an avenue to accession by which U.S. territories send a congressional delegation to demand to be seated in DC. Puerto Rico would send two senators and five representatives, chosen by Gov. Ricardo Rosselló (D), later this year, once the plan is put into action. Statehood remains a long shot, as many Republicans are wary of adding a 51st state that could add two Democratic senators and seven Democratic electors to the Electoral College. More here.
FOMO
Today, 6P: BET Farewell DC party. 1235 W Street, NE. By invitation only.

Saturday, June 10th, 1P: Socialmovements.org invites you to join LGBT44, Funny or Die, and Tumblr for "NOT the White House Pride Party," a gathering of LGBTQ and allied community leaders, activists, public servants, and anyone who cares about the cause of equality. Special guests include former Obama senior advisor Valerie Jarrett. The Brixton, 901 U Street, NW. Click here to purchase tickets

Sunday, June 11th, 5P: Columbia Station has free live jazz and the show is always pretty dope. Show up and check it out.

Monday, June 12th, 6:30P: Author Sheryll Cashin reads from her new book, Loving: Interracial Intimacy in America and the Threat to White Supremacy. Busboys & Poets, 14th & V streets, NW. Click here for more information.

Tuesday, June 13th, 11:30A: The Raben Group and The Black Church Center sponsor "Wade in the Water," a panel discussion on faith communities and the progressive movement. 1341 G Street, NW. Click here to RSVP.

Wednesday, June 14th, 9A: The Raben Group sponsors a policy breakfast with Vanita Gupta, incoming President and CEO of The Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights. Click here to RSVP

Wednesday, June 14th, 5:30P: Celebrate the release of Season Five of Orange is the New Black, and support Lesley López, candidate for the Maryland General Assembly, at Orange is the New Black Trivia Night with host Jillian Rubino. Penn Social, 801 E Street, NW. Click here for more information and to purchase tickets.

Thursday, June 15th, 8A: The Hill sponsors a Latina Leaders Summit. Participants include Congresswoman Ileana Ros-Lehtinen (R-FL), Linda Sánchez (D-CA), Lucille Roybal-Allard (D-CA), and Jennifer Korn, Sarita Brown, Alejandra Castillo, Nina Vaca, Geisha Williams, and Mónica Gil. Click here to RSVP.

Thursday, June 15th, 5:30P: An Evening of Jazz, Blues, and Civil Rights. In celebration of the 5th Annual March on Washington Film Festival. Embassy of France. 4101 Reservoir Road, NW. Click here for tickets.

Wednesday, June 21st, 6P: Reception and fundraiser for Kia Hamadanchy for Congress. 408 East Capitol Street, NE, RSVP at: info@KiaForOrangeCounty.com

Wednesday, June 21st, 6:30P: Reception and fundraiser for David Min for Congress. Rooftop at Steptoe and Johnson, 1330 Connecticut Avenue, NW. Click here to RSVP.

Thursday, June 22nd, 6P: MALDEF hosts its 2017 Chicago Awards Gala honoring Carlos Tortolero, President and Founder of the National Museum of Mexican Art in Chicago, and Mary Meg McCarthy, Executive Director of the National Immigrant Justice Center.  Click here for more information and to purchase tickets.

Thursday, June 22nd - Saturday, June 24th: NALEO holds its 34th-annual conference in Dallas. Click here to register.

Saturday, June 24th, 4P: The DC chapter of the National Association of Hispanic Journalists (NAHJ) hosts its annual BBQ and fundraiser. Click here to purchase tickets. 

Thursday, July 13th - Sunday, July 16th: The 14th Annual SABA North America Convention, DC. Click here for more info and to register.
Wednesday, July 26th - Friday, July 28th: ColorComm, Women of Color in Communications, holds its 2017 conference in Miami, FL, featuring keynote speaker Whoopi Goldberg. Click here to register
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