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--CNN’s Black in America focuses on fresh analysis from new voices about the real lives behind the stereotypes, statistics and identity politics that frequently frame the national dialogue about Black America.
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Sen. Barack Obama

Jesse Jackson Sr.

Kevin Cohee

Robert Johnson

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---NAACP 2008---
The NAACP’s 99th Annual Convention, being held July 12-17 in Cincinnati, kicks-off a series of events leading up to the association’s centennial on Feb. 12, 2009. Themed “Power, Justice, Freedom, Vote,” this year’s annual gathering of more than 8,000 NAACP members, delegates and visitors is being held at the Duke Energy Center. The Ohio Tourism Division and Cincinnati city officials have worked to ensure that thousands of NAACP delegates and visitors receive a warm welcome. The convention, which lasts through the 17th, is expected to generate up to $10 million in economic impact through hotel rooms, meals, tips and other tourism-related activities. This year's Convention, themed "Power, Justice, Freedom, Vote," will include delegate meetings, inspirational speakers, important discussions about minorities in business and the economy, youth programs and much more.

---On Reverend Jesse Jackson's Recent Remarks---
Here is an excerpt from remarks made by attorney and nationally renowned fathers' rights advocate Jeffery M. Leving in response to comments by the Reverend Jesse Jackson concerning Senator Barack Obama's Father's Day speech at the Apostolic Church of God in Chicago, Illinois: "We must be careful not to ignore the cornerstone of the obstacles plaguing African-American fathers and their children. I believe that the Reverend and Senator Obama are fighting the same fight -- the betterment of life for all African-American fathers and children, and families all over the country. Senator Obama is addressing the internal struggles of the African-American family and the Reverend is likely addressing the emotional pains he and the African-American family have suffered from external prejudices and societal injustices. No one can question the Reverend's commitment to the African-American family and community as evident through his tireless activism. Both the Senator and the Reverend are dedicated to fighting and eradicating the injustices that the African-American community face. Senator Obama feels that by making the staggering statistics concerning father absence public, the community at large and our nation can begin to take steps to correct the situation. Reverend Jackson on the other hand may feel that the statistics will only add to the ammunition of those who contribute to the practice of racial discrimination, but the statistics are true and the result of long term bias."

---OneUnited Bank Summer School---
OneUnited Bank, the largest Black-owned bank in the country, announced the launch of the OneUnited Bank Summer School. The program offers free financial literacy workshops about credit and checking accounts to be held in Boston, Miami and Los Angeles in July and August. OneUnited Bank Summer School provides a warm and friendly environment to learn basic banking skills. Anyone can enroll: simply stop by any OneUnited Bank branch, call OneUnited Bank toll free (877-One-United) or register online at www.oneunited.com. The mission of OneUnited Bank is to educate urban consumers about banking and financial literacy. The Bank has adapted the Money Smart Program developed by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation to teach consumers how to manage a checking account and how to manage credit. There are two workshops -"To Your Credit" and "Check It Out" - that will be offered in July and August in seven locations across the country. The dates and times for each free workshop (which are conveniently held on weekday evenings and Saturdays) are also available online, by phone (877-One-United) and are posted in OneUnited Bank branches."During these difficult economic times, it is critical that urban communities learn and remember basic banking skills," states Kevin Cohee, OneUnited Bank's CEO and Chairman of the Board. "Given the increase in foreclosures and gas prices, our community will need to do more with fewer resources. We will need to plan and manage our credit to survive until the housing market improves. We will also need to be ready to take advantage of opportunities to by homes at good prices when they arise. For this reason, we think financial literacy is more important than ever."

---Urban Trust Bank in Wal-Mart---
Urban Trust Bank (UTB) announced the opening of two new Florida bank branches in Wal-Mart Super Centers, signaling the continued execution of a successful growth strategy. UTB's efforts to provide practical, value-oriented consumer and small business products through a convenient, in-store branch network has resonated with local communities, driving a 180% growth in deposit volume in the first half of 2008. UTB maintains a network of 15 branches in Florida and the Washington, DC region. Urban Trust Bank is a portfolio company of The RLJ Companies and was founded by Robert L. Johnson, founder of Black Entertainment Television (BET) and The RLJ Companies. Urban Trust Bank is among the leading African-American controlled financial institutions in the nation.