Page 8 - The Fayetteville Press Newspaper March 2025 Edition

Page 8 The Fayetteville Press March 2025 Edition

Editorial / Opinion

The Fayetteville Press Newspaper welcomes letters from its readers. All letters must be signed and must include a home address and a daytime phone number.
All letters are subject to editing. We will not publish unsigned or pseudonymous letters.
Mail or E-mail your letters to: The Fayetteville Press Newspaper, P.O. Box 9166, Fayetteville NC 28311
E-mail: fayepress@aol.com

The Big Picture is Still Big—Nero B. Coleman

Understanding where America is now—the same resistance our younger generation may see with the
for those of us who were never to be considered an erasing of that we have done previously. By taking
American citizen—we have been attempting to inte- education away from everyone, no one will truly know The Fayetteville Press
grate or interface into the American ideal of freedom what happened or about to happen. Newspaper
since 1865. This is when we were given the freedom “Your Community Newspaper”
to participate in the American dream. However, giv- We have a president who does care about law
ing us freedom was not as important as giving us to and order, the Constitution and the common man. He’s P.O. Box 9166
vote four (4) years from freedom. This is where our seeking to enrich himself and his cronies off the backs Fayetteville * NC 28311
journey to become true Americans began. of the working poor. We are going to find ourselves
marching for basics—food, shelter, etc. Since the chil- (910) 323-3120 - Office
The vote was the original means in which the dren will be in school, we can teach them how to fight www.fayettevillepress.com
original founders used to protect themselves from any for basic rights that are being stripped today. So, get E-mail:
one person, group, or entity to have power to rule over out those old shoes you said you would not wear again fayepress@aol.com
them again after their flight from the Royals of Eu- and prepare to exercise in marches for the causes to
rope. They faced persecution for religion, racial back- come!
grounds, and economic benefits. America’s diversity *Publisher - JJ Jones
began from the very inception of this country. Certain The third counter, economic diversity, which
parts and/or entire states were formed by groups from means we take better control of how we spend our *General Manager
different parts of the world. The only person who monies effectually. The one time we, as a people, be- Chrystal M. Thomas
came against their will were of African descent. Now lieved in ourselves and worked together to ensure our
the diversity of America has become a detriment to Nero B. Coleman prosperity during harsh realities, was in Tulsa, Okla- *Sales Manager
the descendants of the founding fathers. They are homa. In the racist times in America, we, as a people, Dwight Brown
using every means in their power to prevent other cul- (910) 574-3577 have always found a way to survive and prosper in it.
tures to advance the American dream. Tulsa was the greatest example, so much so, that it’s *Editor - Jae McKrae
likely to repeat it”. Slavery was not just a forced past of the only time in American history where bombs were
The latest proponent of their fears has said if our history, while Royalty was our beginning. We came dropped on American soil from airplanes. Erase that
he were elected again, they would not have to vote from kings and queens of the African Continent before there from American history while erasing Black history. *Special Corespondent
any more. Most of us are now under the thumb of a was a Europe. This is the one thing the dominant culture Queen Degraphenrei
racist, maniacal President. knows about us.
They say when someone says something, you We must focus our financial skills and abilities to Staff Writer
should listen. We now look and wonder what he’s To ensure we do not repeat any idea or form of pool our funds in manners that improve our culture and Shelia Mclaughlin
doing with all the Executive Orders or Directives to slavery remains with our vote. We must become even financial stability. We need to create banks, schools,
the rule of law or the Constitution. First, we must more vigorous with our voter registration and participation. and businesses that promote and protect our vital ex- *Photgrapher
realize that he’s telling us or told us what he planned Now that those people who forgot they were in the same istence. We must direct our spending to benefit us. Bruce Carpenter
and plans to do. We should pay more attention to the situation as those they called misogynists, see their plight, We grew up in an America that promised these things *Account Executives
effects of the policies he’s implementing or proposing. we might have the opportunity to get more participation to and has yet to deliver. We have been through it all and Dr. Don Reid
vote with us to remove the traitor who was elected. With we have always been able to survive, regardless of
We should find ways and methods that counter the threats to Social Security, Medicare, Medicaid, Afford- where we were or are on the social ladder. Our resil- *Distribution
these effects. There are a few things that are in our able Healthcare, education and many other vital services ience will continue in our future endeavors. Michael Dykes
power—voting, protesting, and economic diversifica- that the country provides, our whole livelihood demands
tion. Those who are familiar with me know voter reg- preservation of commitments. Those leaders who hear me need to come for- Nero B. Coleman
istration and participation are primary. The reason I ward and teach the young leaders who demonstrate
spearheaded Juneteenth Rock the Vote Block Party The local elections are coming soon, and this is their zeal, to gin training the next generations for the * Graphic Designed By
was two-fold: 1) to bring the historic significance of where we first began to make corrections with our vote. causes ahead. We are a blessed people and, regard- Roslyn Graphic
Juneteenth (our freedom) to the Fayetteville area of We can’t continue to vote for people who look like us, but less of our past and present circumstances, we will
which has been celebrated for more than 20 years; do nothing to improve our community or neighborhood. We prevail because God has brought us this despite ev- *Staff Chaplain
and 2) by bringing attention to the history of our cel- need more fiscal individuals who see the people first and erything that has been done to prevent our successes. Bishop
ebration for freedom along with the one thing we have their benefits second. We need to send new representa- Let us continue to show the favor we have through the Larry O. Wright, Jr.
to protect it. tion to Congress to put a quirk in what is being done now. love of ourselves and the others out to get us.
Also, we need to ensure our participation is greater than it E-Mail:
With our history as a people who built this has been. Register to vote, register everyone you know who fayepress@aol.com
country, the dominate culture is attempting to erase is not and meet them all at the polls. Let’s go to work! Web-Site
our American historical contributions to protect their Next, we need to ensure our power is that of pro-
racist ideologies. They want to take their country back test. We need to march even greater than those who MAKE PLANS NOW: www.fayettevillepress.com
from the people who literally built it for them due to marched with MLK Jr. or John Lewis. Greater than those Juneteenth For
their lack of knowledge and abilities to perform the who marched for George Floyd! All our issues are worth Rock the Vote Block Party Subscriptions
labor. By erasing our history, they remind us of the protesting. The loss of education is a primary reason to
phrase “a people who don’t know their history are take to the streets. It may be the only demonstration of June 14, 2025 * Slater Avenue Call
(910) 323-3120

Women’s History Month: Black Women Making A Difference

I love being an unapologetic Black woman and no man, woman, history book, judge or jury is going to make
me change my mind. March is Women’s History Month. This month is dedicated to telling the stories of Black
women who made a profound impact on the world and are the vessel to our children’s future.
Black women have a rich history that ranges from chattel slavery, oppression, injustice, racism, inequality and
the list goes on. It is important to know our history so it won’t be repeated. We are the gatekeepers of our family and
it is important for us to teach our Black children our history so that it will be told correctly using explicit details

because learning begins at home. They need to learn how to stand for what is right even when it goes against the
majority. We should teach our young Black males accountability, that they are worthy, intelligent, their membership
matters and they will one day be the head of the Black family that has been dismantled. They need their Black fathers
now more than ever. We should teach our young Black females that they are beautiful, smart, to love the skin that they
are in, to dream big and they do not need a confirmation code from society about their importance or value. God,
also known as The Lily of the Valley, made them and He knows every hair on their body and what it represents. Our
Black children need to be proud of who they are.
We also need to educate our Black children about Black educators, inventors, scientists, doctors, innovators,
By Dr. Shanessa Fenner, Principal civil rights activists and inspire them to become one as well. They need to know that Blacks had to sneak to learn how
to read back in the day and now they have access to a free education so they should take full advantage of it and learn
all that they can. Teach them to love the beautiful shades of color that we represent from caramel to deep ebony. It

does not matter what skin tone you are because we ALL mark “Black “on the job application that we fill out.
Colorism should never be an issue in our race and we need to stand united. The beautiful textures of hair that we have
and the beautiful hair styles from Afro puffs, box braids, satin blow-out and Bantu knots, show our culture, taste and
appreciation of Black beauty.
They say if you want something done, ask a Black woman. We are a gender that has endured the most, but
respected and acknowledged the least. It is our duty to pass our legacy to our Black children.
The true meaning of loving the skin you are in is to love who you are, knowing your culture and heritage, knowing
your rich history and showing others every day all day that you are proud to be unapologetically BLACK.