cody - Blogs - TheBlackList Pub2024-03-28T08:43:16Zhttps://www.theblacklist.net/profiles/blogs/feed/tag/codyMore Leadership Support For Kanye West & Jay-Z song "Murder To Excellence" Song To Help Mindset For Stopping Violencehttps://www.theblacklist.net/profiles/blogs/more-leadership-support-for-kanye-west-amp-jay-z-song-murder-to2011-11-23T23:05:15.000Z2011-11-23T23:05:15.000ZMark S. Allenhttps://www.theblacklist.net/members/MarkSAllen<div><h6 style="text-align:center;" class="yiv1427373800uiStreamMessage"><font size="3"><span class="yiv1427373800messageBody">Bishop Tavis Grant, Rev. B. Herbert Martin, Business leader Mother Josephine Wade and others today joined other ministers, activists, teachers, parents, in <span style="border-bottom:2px dotted #366388;" class="yiv1427373800yshortcuts" id="yiv1427373800lw_1322073886_0"><span style="border-bottom:2px dotted #366388;" class="yshortcuts" id="lw_1322088912_0">Chicago</span></span> are today appealing to Clear Channel urban radio to feature the new song by Kanye West and Jay Z "Murder To Excellence" as a way to capture the mindset of urban youth to STOP THE VIOLENCE ! Veteran Activist Mark S. Allen joined and proposed that we replace the word "niggas" with "brothers" to attract more supporters. Let the campaign continue !!</span></font></h6><p><br /><br /></p><p class="yiv1427373800MsoNormalCxSpFirst" style="line-height:normal;text-align:center;"><font size="4">Can Jay-Z and Kanye West Help Stop The Violence?<br /></font></p><p class="yiv1427373800MsoNormalCxSpFirst" style="line-height:normal;text-align:center;"><font size="4"><br /></font></p><p class="yiv1427373800MsoNormalCxSpFirst" style="line-height:normal;text-align:center;"><font size="4">Coalition of Key Interfaith Religious leaders, activists, parents, teachers, at-risk youth groups and others appeal to Clear Channel to kick off new STOP THE VIOLENCE radio campaign featuring Jay-Z and Kanye West's new "Murder To Excellence" song <br /></font></p><p class="yiv1427373800MsoNormalCxSpFirst" style="line-height:normal;text-align:center;"> </p><p class="yiv1427373800MsoNormalCxSpFirst" style="line-height:normal;text-align:center;"><font size="4"><span style="font-style:italic;color:#ff0000;">Key religious leaders include Bishop Cody <span style="border-bottom:2px dotted #366388;" class="yiv1427373800yshortcuts" id="yiv1427373800lw_1321880130_0"><span style="border-bottom:2px dotted #366388;" class="yiv1427373800yshortcuts" id="yiv1427373800lw_1322073886_1"><span style="border-bottom:2px dotted #366388;" class="yshortcuts" id="lw_1322088912_1">Marshall</span></span></span>, Bishop Dr. Claude Porter, Chairman of Interfaith <span style="border-bottom:2px dotted #366388;" class="yiv1427373800yshortcuts" id="yiv1427373800lw_1321880130_1"><span style="border-bottom:2px dotted #366388;" class="yiv1427373800yshortcuts" id="yiv1427373800lw_1322073886_2"><span style="border-bottom:2px dotted #366388;" class="yshortcuts" id="lw_1322088912_2">Illinois</span></span></span>, Rev. Gregory Seal <span style="border-bottom:2px dotted #366388;" class="yiv1427373800yshortcuts" id="yiv1427373800lw_1321880130_2"><span style="border-bottom:2px dotted #366388;background:transparent none repeat scroll 0% 0%;" class="yiv1427373800yshortcuts" id="yiv1427373800lw_1322073886_3"><span style="border-bottom:2px dotted #366388;" class="yshortcuts" id="lw_1322088912_3">Livingston</span></span></span> and others!!!</span><br /></font></p><p class="yiv1427373800MsoNormalCxSpFirst" style="line-height:normal;text-align:center;"> </p><p class="yiv1427373800MsoNormalCxSpFirst" style="line-height:normal;text-align:center;"><font size="4">Contact Wallace "Gator" Bradley, United In Peace</font></p><p class="yiv1427373800MsoNormalCxSpFirst" style="line-height:normal;text-align:center;"><font size="4">@ <span style="border-bottom:2px dotted #366388;" class="yiv1427373800yshortcuts" id="yiv1427373800lw_1321880130_3"><span style="border-bottom:2px dotted #366388;" class="yiv1427373800yshortcuts" id="yiv1427373800lw_1322073886_4"><span style="border-bottom:2px dotted #366388;" class="yshortcuts" id="lw_1322088912_4">312-371-6914</span></span></span><br /></font></p><p class="yiv1427373800MsoNormalCxSpFirst" style="line-height:normal;"> </p><p class="yiv1427373800MsoNormalCxSpFirst" style="line-height:normal;"> </p><p class="yiv1427373800MsoNormalCxSpFirst" style="line-height:normal;">November 18, 2011</p><p class="yiv1427373800MsoNormalCxSpMiddle" style="line-height:normal;"> </p><p class="yiv1427373800MsoNormalCxSpMiddle" style="line-height:normal;">Mr. Earl Jones</p><p class="yiv1427373800MsoNormalCxSpMiddle" style="line-height:normal;">General Manager</p><p class="yiv1427373800MsoNormalCxSpMiddle" style="line-height:normal;">Clear Channel Radio</p><p><span style="border-bottom:2px dotted #366388;" class="yiv1427373800yshortcuts" id="yiv1427373800lw_1321880130_4"><span style="border-bottom:2px dotted #366388;" class="yiv1427373800yshortcuts" id="yiv1427373800lw_1322073886_5"><span style="border-bottom:2px dotted #366388;" class="yshortcuts" id="lw_1322088912_5"></span></span></span></p><p class="yiv1427373800MsoNormalCxSpMiddle" style="line-height:normal;"><span style="border-bottom:2px dotted #366388;" class="yiv1427373800yshortcuts">233 N. Michigan</span></p><p class="yiv1427373800MsoNormalCxSpMiddle" style="line-height:normal;"><span style="border-bottom:2px dotted #366388;" class="yiv1427373800yshortcuts">Chicago , Illinois</span></p><p></p><p class="yiv1427373800MsoNormalCxSpMiddle" style="line-height:normal;"> </p><p class="yiv1427373800MsoNormalCxSpMiddle" style="line-height:normal;">Re: Stop the Killings Movement</p><p class="yiv1427373800MsoNormalCxSpMiddle" style="line-height:normal;"> </p><p class="yiv1427373800MsoNormal">Greetings Mr. Jones,</p><p class="yiv1427373800MsoNormal"> </p><p class="yiv1427373800MsoNormal">This communication humbly request for your assistance to help the residents of <span style="border-bottom:2px dotted #366388;" class="yiv1427373800yshortcuts" id="yiv1427373800lw_1321880130_5">Chicago</span> reach the communities in an effort to stops the youth violence and senseless killings.<span> </span> The Redeye reports 28 homicides in the month of November alone.<span> </span> Chicago has experienced more than 300 deaths by the use of a handgun this year.<span> </span> Our city has made many attempts to eradicate violence and save our youth.<span> </span> We have all come together to as one voice to stop the violence and keep our streets safe.<span> </span> We understand that “It Takes A Village To Raise A Child”.<span> </span> Getting the message,” Stop the Killings”, to the youth has been a challenge, one which we continue to pursue.<span> </span> We would like to make a Public Service Announcement (PSA) to address this demise and inform our youth that we understand their circumstance but the killings must stop.<span> <br /><br /></span></p><p class="yiv1427373800MsoNormal" style="line-height:18pt;vertical-align:top;">We are aware that our youth communication is often limited to mass media.<span> </span> Now is our opportunity to grasp their attention with the new release, Murder to Excellence by rappers, Kanye West and JayZ, which can ultimately encourage them to escape a state of hopeless and possibly began the process of becoming productive members of society,<span> </span></p><p class="yiv1427373800MsoNormal" style="line-height:18pt;vertical-align:top;"><span>Murder to Excellence’, describes the perils of growing up in disproportionate communities and how the social ills within these communities can bring mediocrity and destructive lifestyles that create dysfunctional abnormalities. The rap artists on the track highlighted their rise from a life of dereliction to fame, fortune and influence. With their profound lyrics, they attempt to revitalize those who grew up in similar communities to understand that there are other options.<span> </span> Both artists, Jay Z (Brooklyn) and Kanye West (Chicago) once lived in impoverished communities and continue to contribute to such communities. The ultimate message is that anyone can transform their live and community by becoming productive individuals.</span></p><p class="yiv1427373800MsoNormal" style="line-height:18pt;vertical-align:top;"><span><br /></span></p><p class="yiv1427373800MsoNormal" style="line-height:18pt;vertical-align:top;"><span>At this time, our collaboration of Pastors, Community Activist, Politician, Teachers, Students, and Parents are humbly requesting a “40 Days and 40 Nights vigil, which would include playing this song, “Murder to Excellence” three times a day for forty days consecutively.<span> </span> Our efforts to reach the youth and stop the killing are parallel.<span> </span> We have identified the</span> <span style="color:#000000;">Urban Translator/Political Consultant</span> <span>Wallace “Gator” Bradley to deliver the PSA. <br /></span></p><p class="yiv1427373800MsoNormal" style="line-height:18pt;vertical-align:top;"><span><br /></span></p><p class="yiv1427373800MsoNormal" style="line-height:18pt;vertical-align:top;"><span>Mr. Bradley is the childhood friend</span> <span style="color:#000000;">of Larry Hoover and a former Gang- Enforcer of the Gangster Disciples.<span> </span> He also and ex- Felon who received a Pardon from former Illinois Gov. Jim Thompson</span> <span>who was also once a product of his community.<span> </span> He is another testament that one can rise above their circumstances and give back to the very community that once held them hostage.</span></p><p class="yiv1427373800MsoNormal" style="line-height:18pt;vertical-align:top;"><span>In advance we graciously appreciate your time and consideration.</span></p><p class="yiv1427373800MsoNormalCxSpMiddle" style="line-height:normal;vertical-align:top;"><span> </span></p><p class="yiv1427373800MsoNormalCxSpMiddle" style="line-height:normal;vertical-align:top;"><span>Cc:</span> <span style="color:#000000;"><span> </span><span style="border-bottom:2px dotted #366388;" class="yiv1427373800yshortcuts" id="yiv1427373800lw_1321880130_6"><span style="border-bottom:2px dotted #366388;" class="yiv1427373800yshortcuts" id="yiv1427373800lw_1322073886_6"><span style="border-bottom:2px dotted #366388;" class="yshortcuts" id="lw_1322088912_6">Cook County</span></span></span> Commissioner Jerry Iceman Butler,</span></p><p class="yiv1427373800MsoNormalCxSpMiddle" style="line-height:normal;vertical-align:top;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span> </span> Rev. Jenkins, Fellowship Baptist Church</span></p><p class="yiv1427373800MsoNormalCxSpMiddle" style="line-height:normal;vertical-align:top;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span> </span> Judge Michael B. Hyman,</span></p><p class="yiv1427373800MsoNormalCxSpMiddle" style="line-height:normal;vertical-align:top;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span> </span> <span> </span>Illinois Appellate Court Judge Joy B. Cunningham,</span></p><p class="yiv1427373800MsoNormalCxSpMiddle" style="line-height:normal;vertical-align:top;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span> </span> <span> </span>Congressmen Jesse Jackson</span></p><p class="yiv1427373800MsoNormalCxSpMiddle" style="line-height:normal;vertical-align:top;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span> </span> Pastor Edward Davis, St. John Missionary Baptist Church</span></p><p class="yiv1427373800MsoNormalCxSpMiddle" style="line-height:normal;vertical-align:top;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span> </span> Congressman Bobby Rush.</span></p><p class="yiv1427373800MsoNormalCxSpMiddle" style="line-height:normal;vertical-align:top;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span> </span> Gov. Patrick Quinn</span></p><p class="yiv1427373800MsoNormalCxSpMiddle" style="line-height:normal;vertical-align:top;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span> </span> Mayor Rahm Emanuel<br /></span></p><p class="yiv1427373800MsoNormalCxSpMiddle" style="line-height:normal;vertical-align:top;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span> </span> Doc Wynters, Brand Manager (Urban)</span></p><p class="yiv1427373800MsoNormalCxSpMiddle" style="line-height:normal;vertical-align:top;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span> </span> Kris Kelly, Brand Coordinator (Urban)</span></p><p class="yiv1427373800MsoNormalCxSpMiddle" style="line-height:normal;vertical-align:top;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span> </span> <span style="border-bottom:2px dotted #366388;" class="yiv1427373800yshortcuts" id="yiv1427373800lw_1321880130_7"><span style="border-bottom:2px dotted #366388;" class="yiv1427373800yshortcuts" id="yiv1427373800lw_1322073886_7"><span style="border-bottom:2px dotted #366388;" class="yshortcuts" id="lw_1322088912_7">Afrika</span></span></span> Bradley, Parent Coordinator</span></p><p class="yiv1427373800MsoNormalCxSpMiddle" style="line-height:normal;vertical-align:top;"><span style="color:#000000;"> Mark S. Allen, Black <span style="border-bottom:2px dotted #366388;" class="yiv1427373800yshortcuts" id="yiv1427373800lw_1321880130_8"><span style="border-bottom:2px dotted #366388;background:transparent none repeat scroll 0% 0%;" class="yiv1427373800yshortcuts" id="yiv1427373800lw_1322073886_8"><span style="border-bottom:2px dotted #366388;" class="yshortcuts" id="lw_1322088912_8">Wall Street</span></span></span></span></p><p class="yiv1427373800MsoNormalCxSpMiddle" style="line-height:normal;vertical-align:top;"><span style="color:#000000;"> Rev. Gregory Seal Livingston</span></p><p class="yiv1427373800MsoNormalCxSpMiddle" style="line-height:normal;vertical-align:top;"><span style="color:#000000;"> Bishop Dr. Claude Porter</span></p><p class="yiv1427373800MsoNormalCxSpMiddle" style="line-height:normal;vertical-align:top;"><span style="color:#000000;"> Bishop Cody Marshall</span></p><p class="yiv1427373800MsoNormalCxSpMiddle" style="line-height:normal;vertical-align:top;"><span style="color:#000000;"> Jay-Z</span></p><p class="yiv1427373800MsoNormalCxSpMiddle" style="line-height:normal;vertical-align:top;"><span style="color:#000000;"> Kanye West</span></p><p><span style="color:#000000;"> Wallace "Gator" Bradley, United In Peace</span></p></div>