March 2010 Newsletter

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The Guardian

“Women!” 2Who Is Shirley Chisholm……

3Acne Care 4The New Generation in Hip Hop

5March Horoscopes 6Prep. Pictures

   "One needs only one look at a woman’s figure to discover that she does not intend to reform either mentally or physically. She pays the debt of life not by what she does but by what she suffers—by the pain of bearing a child, caring for the child, and by incapacity to the opposite sex, to whom she should be a patient and cheerful companion. The greatest sorrows and joys or great exhibition of strength are not assigned to her; her life should flow more quietly, more gently, and less obtrusive than man’s, without her being essentially happier or unhappier." ….Continued on page 2

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March is the month of Pisces! What sign has inner fire and who’s upping the ante this month? Get your horoscopes reading on page 6!

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   "One needs only one look at a woman’s figure to discover that she does not intend to reform either mentally or physically. She pays the debt of life not by what she does but by what she suffers—by the pain of bearing a child, caring for the child, and by incapacity to the opposite sex, to whom she should be a patient and cheerful companion. The greatest sorrows and joys or great exhibition of strength are not assigned to her; her life should flow more quietly, more gently, and less obtrusive than man’s, without her being essentially happier or unhappier." ….Continued on page 2

   "One needs only one look at a woman’s figure to discover that she does not intend to reform either mentally or physically. She pays the debt of life not by what she does but by what she suffers—by the pain of bearing a child, caring for the child, and by incapacity to the opposite sex, to whom she should be a patient and cheerful companion. The greatest sorrows and joys or great exhibition of strength are not assigned to her; her life should flow more quietly, more gently, and less obtrusive than man’s, without her being essentially happier or unhappier." ….Continued on page 2

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    "One needs only one look at a woman’s figure to discover that she does not intend to reform either mentally or physically. She pays the debt of life not by what she does but by what she suffers—by the pain of bearing a child, caring for the child, and by incapacity to the opposite sex, to whom she should be a patient and cheerful companion. The greatest sorrows and joys or great exhibition of strength are not assigned to her; her life should flow more quietly, more gently, and less obtrusive than man’s, without her being essentially happier or unhappier."    Arthur Schopenhauer once stated this during a time when women's rights were considerably limited by a tender society of the 18th and 19th centuries. Being a man in this era, Schopenhauer made many philosophical precision. He could not have been considered as more true in his society. The fact that white males

    "One needs only one look at a woman’s figure to discover that she does not intend to reform either mentally or physically. She pays the debt of life not by what she does but by what she suffers—by the pain of bearing a child, caring for the child, and by incapacity to the opposite sex, to whom she should be a patient and cheerful companion. The greatest sorrows and joys or great exhibition of strength are not assigned to her; her life should flow more quietly, more gently, and less obtrusive than man’s, without her being essentially happier or unhappier."    Arthur Schopenhauer once stated this during a time when women's rights were considerably limited by a tender society of the 18th and 19th centuries. Being a man in this era, Schopenhauer made many philosophical precision. He could not have been considered as more tr Finally, there are a few things one can say

During the course of history, women have faced unfair and unjust treatment within the law and within their relationships. Women have historically been called “people of the kitchen”, persons relegated to working to keep up the family in that aspect.

Before the 20th Century, women would stay at home while their husbands went on to be the “Bread Winners” of the household, vote, and make all executive decisions for the family. Women were defined by their ability to keep up a household. They were not expected to be doctors, lawyers, or bosses and could only get job positions as secretaries, nurses, and teachers. Those occupations were considered to be “feminine” during that time period.

Now, in the 21st Century, in western cultures, women can do it all -even run for President of the United States. Today women are bosses, governors, doctors, lawyers, scientists, and managers. Women can do everything a man can do if not better. In the 21st century, many families even have situations where the husband elects to stay at home while the wife goes out and pays the bills. And in the future, who knows? We might even rule the world.

“Women!” Trene Harris

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By Kisra Wong

Who Is Shirley Chisholm?

Did you know that President Barack Obama was not the first black person to run for president? Did you also know that Senator Hilary Clinton was not the first female to run for president? Congresswoman Shirley Chisholm was the first woman and colored person to pave the path for both of these 2009 presidential candidates. She was a Congresswoman, representing York's 12th Congressional District seven terms from 1969 to 1983. In 1968, she became the first black woman elected to congress. January 25, 1972, she became the first major-party black candidate for the United States and the first woman to run for the Democratic presidential nomination.

Later on in the century, Rev. Jesse Jackson also tried to run for president of the United States. He referred to himself as the first African American to run for president overlooking the fact that Chisholm had earlier attempted this. One can subsequently conclude that he disregarded Chisholm as a worthy opponent, enough to be acknowledged. Perhaps the reason for this was her gender, the fact that she was a woman validated Jackson’s reason for disregarding her actions and achievements.

Many today, tend to forget about Shirley Chisholm’s actions and her achievements. She was a congress woman that represented New York. She is of Bajan and Cuban descent. Chisholm is a strong black woman who helped to create a pathway for young girls today and like everyone, she deserves credit where it is due.

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By Fantasia Mills

Hormonal imbalance is the primary cause of acne. This can effectively be addressed by a dermatologist who specializes in hormonal imbalances. This procedure consists of tests that identify the specific hormone that causes the acne problem. The treatment varies from patient to patient with the purpose of lowering the testosterone level. This can usually be resolved by injections or even oral medications which in turn solves the acne problem.

Acne care information as of January 2008 states that regulation of fats in the diet can help in managing acne. There are some foods included in the normal diet that can cause skin breakouts or acne because they can make the skin oily. Foods such as dairy products and meat are the ones that are rich in saturated fat. It won’t be necessary to take them away from your daily diet because saturated fats are needed to meet the energy requirements of your body. It is only VERY important to eat within certain limits that cannot harm your acne-prone skin.

An acne-prone skin should be cleansed with lukewarm water

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and a mild cleanser or gentle antibacterial facial wash. There are various hypoallergenic and dermatologist-tested products available in the market which can be good choices. However, for individuals with severe acne problems, it is best to go to a dermatologist ASAP and get as much advice when it comes to proper skin cleansing. It is also advised that people with acne-prone skin avoid soaps that are no good for your skin and cause dryness as well as skin formulas that contain acid.It is important to remember to use lukewarm water when rinsing your skin and to NEVER use scrubs. Scrubbing can cause massive injury to the sensitive layers of the skin and can cause aggravation and add on to the problem. It also worsens the condition of your skin. Gentle moisturizers are very helpful for excessive skin dryness. It is also important to use sunscreens if your skin is sensitive to the sun or if you have a skin disorder the sun made worse by extreme contact with the sun. Having said all this, please remember, that no matter your skin looks, true beauty is only skin deep.March Horoscopes

Aries March 21 - April 19

Take ChargeDon’t let others lead you around. Be brave. Take charge of your life. With a little bit of heart and loads of passion, you can realize your dreams.Taurus March 21 - April 19Inner FireYour passion is aroused in unexpected and spontaneous ways this month, Taurus. A release of pent-up emotions and energy engages the gears of change and enables you to get new projects up and running now.Gemini May 21 - June 20Forward MarchYour primary focus this month is on solidifying your status, Gemini, focusing on your career and public rather than having a good time. Your decision-making skills are especially keen now, so you can trust your inner voice and follow your hunches toward success.Cancer June 21 - July 22Lights, Camera, Action!Turning your vision for the future into action is a key theme of this transitional month, Cancer. There's fresh energy in the air, bringing the motivation and material you need to fuel your ambitions. While unresolved issues and unfulfilled desires may surface, change is the natural order of things. Leo July 23 - August 22Red Light, Green LightHold on to your hat, Leo, because the winds of change are blowing in your direction this month. The waiting period is over and you're more capable of making forward progress now. Self-expression and truth sit in the spotlight, allowing you to communicate with confidence to get results. Best of all, be prepared for a spring thaw in your love life!

Virgo August 23 - September 22Upping the Relationship AnteRelationships are in the spotlight this month and the intensity of your desires are put to the test. A frisky attitude hits as you pursue new pleasures and potential

Scorpio October 23 - November 21Starting NowIn some ways your year is just now starting, Scorpio: progress picks up and it's easier to get new projects off the ground now. Creative communication is a key factor this month, as facts are colored by feelings, allowing you to get your messages across with subtlety and style. Romance is now bathed in a brilliant light of self-discovery that sparks spontaneity in your interactions with others.

Sagittarius November 22 - December 21In Pursuit of SuccessYou have ambitious ideas about your next move, Sag, yet getting your ideas off the ground has been a slow, if not dead, process. The energy switches this month to finally get the ball rolling, but a bit of patience is still required. As the weakest links in your plans are exposed, creativity is heightened to help you revise your ideas with out-of-the-box solutions.

Capricorn December 22 - January 19Forward StopBe forewarned, Capricorn, doors open and shut quickly this month. There's an urge to experience new activities and opportunities, yet your desires could run into a wall of resistance and you may be tempted to call it quits. Nonetheless, there's a surge of amazing new ideas hitting you, and sharing them with others could be the first step in successfully applying them to your professional life.

Aquarius January 20 - February 18Two Steps Forward, One Step BackMarch brings the movement you've been craving, yet it may seem as if each accomplishment also brings another obstacle to surmount. Fortunately, you're motivated to reach your goals and have the stamina to apply yourself now. Expect to find fresh ideas about making money, but be careful you don't

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The New Generation By Mark mccord

As we continuously move from decade to decade, music is constantly changing. Music reflects the views of our times. For example, the 90’s reflected the views of rappers such as Biggie Smalls, Tupac, Snoop Dogg, Jay-Z, Eminem, and Dr.Dre. In our present time, people now admire rappers such as Drake, Kid Cudi, and Asher Roth. This shows a big transition in music. These people are drastically creating a new music culture which helps to give people a different perspective in contrast with perspectives from the past. The rappers in the 90’s constantly rapped about gang violence and hopes for a better future for the upcoming generation.

I would like to refer to a song called “Change Gone Come” by Charles Hamilton, Asher Roth, and B.o.B which has an overall meaning that “this is way more than rap”; this means that the music is more than music, it is about our culture.

This transition in music is amazing in that it shows that rappers now are fulfilling the dreams of the rappers in the past. This shows that some issues in our community are the same today as they were in the Nineties.

Also, what is currently happening in the music industry is both positive and negative based upon perspectives of different people. Common is a great rapper whose lyrics represent his desire to teach “truth” to our people; and his message is always meant to uplift us. A rapper is extremely negative in his lyrics is DMX: a skilled lyricist who “keeps it real” and raps about the “reality on the streets”.

I realized that music is very important to people’s lives, and it’s important that rappers can connect to their fans based on the lyrics they produce. This is how music is in the present, but as time moves on, a new generation will hopefully carry out the same ideas from rappers they looked up to. Eventually, this will help to open new doors, opportunities, and possibilities to others depending on the outcome of the new generation. A perfect example of this change in music shows in the group Black Violin. These two African-American men achieved success because they created the ultimate synergy between classical and Hip-Hop music and with it an incredible opportunity to reach young children. Today, they give us the history of music by selecting music from different genres and twist it with the flare of hip hop. These violinists got the opportunity to perform with music entertainers such as P. Diddy, Alicia Keys, and have been featured on Paris Hilton, Jessica Simpson, Lil Kim, and Brooke Hogan's albums.

Black Violin along with other positive rappers in the music industry gives future generations a brighter outlook on the world and what it has to offer.

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