RE: [Mpls] Bill English and Randolph W. Staten: Media and Racism!

2003-10-20 Thread Jenkins, Andrea D
I shared the exact same concerns as outlined by Bill English and Randolph Staten in the commentary they presented in Sunday's Star and Tribune and was in process of making the same argument. Thank you Mr.. Bradley for acknowledging that while race relations have improved over time, they are by

RE: [Mpls] David Jennings withdraws from superintendent job

2003-10-08 Thread Jenkins, Andrea D
One question Mr. Johnson, do you have children that are failing in the Minneapolis Public School System? Andrea Jenkins Bryant -Original Message- From: Chris Johnson [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, October 08, 2003 1:11 PM To: Mpls Forum Subject: [Mpls] David Jennings

RE: [Mpls] NAACP;Housing;Racism

2003-10-06 Thread Jenkins, Andrea D
Actually the program It's A Matter of Race actually aired two nights in row , in Prime time (8:00p.m.-10:00 p.m.) the week of September 22nd,2003. Andrea Jenkins Bryant -Original Message- From: Jim Mork [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday, October 06, 2003 2:03 PM To: [EMAIL

[Mpls] Racism and the use of the word minority(ies)

2003-09-30 Thread Jenkins, Andrea D
Dennis Plante Responds: As long as we (as a society) continue to allow the majority of MINORITIES to live in very finite sections of our city, we will continue to experience this type of discriminatory culture. For it is only through one-on-one experiences that we are given the opportunity

RE: [Mpls] Need Update on Minneapolis Redistricting Issue

2003-09-26 Thread Jenkins, Andrea D
Wow I really tried to ignore the recent rating of Councilmember Lilligren's performance, based one constituents opinion. But this discussion has really gone beyond reasonable expectations. Let me start by acknowledging that every single CM will have it's supporters and detractor's that's a

RE: [Mpls] Lucille's Kitchen may succumb to debts

2003-09-24 Thread Jenkins, Andrea D
Well it better be quick, because Sept. 30th is rapidily approaching. Andrea Jenkins 8th Ward Policy Aide City Council-Minneapolis (612)673-2208 -Original Message- From: Susan Maricle [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, September 24, 2003 1:39 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re:

RE: [Mpls] Gallmon's Racist Comments in the Strib-NOT

2003-08-18 Thread Jenkins, Andrea D
As an African - American who grew up in inner-city Chicago, being educated in Chicago Pulic Schools. I can say without question that my mother's involvement and encouragment which prepared me for school were critical to my success as a student. But it was much more than that, we had

[Mpls] (no subject)

2003-08-14 Thread Jenkins, Andrea D
Thomas Thai wrote How did Hazley's unfortunate death cause her entire family to become homeless? In addition to Ms. Wizard Marks remaks , when a family is living on the margins, any small interruption in the pattern can create a major catastrophy. The mother most likely was not able to work,

RE: [Mpls] Gangs, Drugs and Patrols

2003-08-08 Thread Jenkins, Andrea D
I bet your husband's polite request went something like, Excuse me, could you please turn down your radio? Perhaps he could try, Yo, s'up man! Datz one phat siztemmm u got man. Yo, my kid iz chilling in da crib, i'd appreziate if ya drop it down a dec. Yo thankz man. If that doesn't work, maybe

RE: [Mpls] Rep Kahn introduce HF 67 leds to City Council members to run again

2003-01-14 Thread Jenkins, Andrea D
As Aide to Councilmember Lilligren, I have to wholeheartedly disagree with the position that the eight ward in effect has no council member it is false and in my opinion highly inflammatory. Everything that myself, and the councilmember does is related to the improvement and betterment of the

RE: [Mpls] MCDA small business loans

2002-12-26 Thread Jenkins, Andrea D
Great reply Sheila , having just recently completing a Master's Degree in Community Economic Development, it is painful sometimes to read some of the posts on this list and recognize that some people don't have a clue as to what a Community Development Corporation is. There are many factors

RE: Fwd: Re: [Mpls] Matt Thoren

2002-12-26 Thread Jenkins, Andrea D
Don Samuels is an immigrant??? Has he completed the naturalization process to become a U.S. citizen? However , if you are referring to that fact that he is African - American and AA'S in this country have a history of slavery , then I would suggest that he is as much American as anyone else in

RE: [Mpls] Local discussions

2002-06-26 Thread Jenkins, Andrea D
There actually is a dialouge on race issues , that is predominately White People. It takes place every third Thursday of every month at We Win Institute, located at 1600 E. Lake Street from 7:00-9:00 p.m. -Original Message- From: List Manager [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] Sent: Tuesday,

RE: [Mpls] Central Neighborhood Rehab

2002-03-29 Thread Jenkins, Andrea D
It is Basims brother, his name is Hamoudi Sabri, he is developing apts. on the upper level and is seeking community input re: the lower level. He has been encouraged by the CM to talk to community members about their desires in regards to this development. Andrea Jenkins 8th Ward Policy Aide City

RE: [Mpls] please...let's move on...

2002-03-28 Thread Jenkins, Andrea D
Pam Taylor, wrote There were problems at CNIA before thenm, and far too many of the community members were involved. It is time for folks to stop the accusations. Cut your losses and start over. Right on Pam. The time is now to let go of the past and build on the wonderful assets of the

[Mpls] Rappin' With Robert

2002-03-27 Thread Jenkins, Andrea D
Rappin' With Robert Meet Your 8th Ward Council Member City Council Vice - President Robert Lilligren Discuss important topics such as : · Civilian Review Authority · The City of Minneapolis Comprehensive Development Plan · Re - districting It's also a great opportunity to bring your

RE: [Mpls] Affordable housing: another real-world Kingfield problem

2002-03-25 Thread Jenkins, Andrea D
I think you're right John, Ned seems to go by different monickers??? andrea jenkins Bryant -Original Message- From: John Goodman [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] Sent: Monday, March 25, 2002 1:00 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [Mpls] Affordable housing: another real-world Kingfield

RE: [Mpls] FYI: Earth Friend on Environmental Journal Saturday AM

2002-03-22 Thread Jenkins, Andrea D
Gary you and your family are attempting to address one the most pressing issues of the 21st. century. It is predicted that if we don't change our patterns of consumption , misuse and complete disregard for the envirionment, half of the earth's population will be extinct before the end of this

RE: [Mpls] FYI: Earth Friend on Environmental Journal Saturday AM. oops!

2002-03-22 Thread Jenkins, Andrea D
andrea jenkins Bryant -Original Message- From: Jenkins, Andrea D [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] Sent: Friday, March 22, 2002 10:01 AM To: '[EMAIL PROTECTED]'; [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: RE: [Mpls] FYI: Earth Friend on Environmental Journal Saturday AM Gary you and your family

[Mpls] FW: Vigil

2002-03-21 Thread Jenkins, Andrea D
-Original Message- From: doroth [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] Sent: Thursday, March 21, 2002 7:20 PM To: Andrea Jenkins Subject: Vigil Vigil to honor the life of Abu Kassim Jeilani You are asked to attend a neighborhood vigil to remember Abu Kassim Jeilani. The vigil is being

RE: [Mpls] Redistricting Commission

2002-03-15 Thread Jenkins, Andrea D
I attended the Commission hearing last night and while some community members did brave the elements and attend , many did not. I want to thank the Commissioners for continuing to reach out as well as extending the invitations to neighborhood associations. This exhibits a willingness to obtain as

RE: [Mpls] police bashing

2002-03-12 Thread Jenkins, Andrea D
Terrorism as defined by Webster's II New Riverside dictionary. The polictical use of violence or intimidation.--ter'ror.ist.noun - ter'ror.is'tic,adj. Terrorize-To fill with great fear:terrify 2.To control and dominate by intimidation or violence. The un-necessary use of violence in this

RE: [Mpls] (no subject)

2002-02-14 Thread Jenkins, Andrea D
Histrorically , I and other people who are not wealthy, not male , not white, have not been able to count on their representatives to represent. andrea jenkins Bryant -Original Message- From: Walt Cygan [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] Sent: Thursday, February 14, 2002 4:26 PM To: [EMAIL