A “Day of Non-Violence”. has been created to get the citizens of Plano involved in an activity that creates unity directed toward the common goal of peace. Violence and crime adversely impacts the entire community; therefore, the Martin Luther King Jr. 2009 Committee is placing special emphasis on youth involvement and encouraging parents to also become involved in promoting place.
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It's time to come together!
Sounds good!
Great man
I am truly excited about this new component of our Power Breakfast--the blogging. Dr. King would be proud of the efforts of Collin College and the Power Breakfast Committee. We are indeed trying to bring the community together.
Dr King was a great man. He would be be proud of the progress that has been made.
Dr. King has paved the way for President Elect Obama. Although the struggle continues. We are making progress.
thank you for doing this
This is awesome!!!!
Dr. King embodied the American dream and ideals. He loved his fellow man first, and he demonstrated this by placing his own life in jeopardy. We should all strive for the perfection of our own human existence by living and demonstrating these ideals in our own lives. This day honors this thought and action. We are very fortunate to live in a nation where we can live up to these ideals and influence our community and others. We have no reason to stop here, we must continue and change the world as often as we can.
Although Dr. King would be proud, we still have a long way to go. Hate still exist.
Hate is alive and well, and so is IGNORANCE. In the 60s, the fight seemed to be against institutions that discriminated--like school boards, governors and businesses. Today, I believe most bias is rooted in people...even those who think they hold no prejudice.
The City of Plano is setting an example that other cities should follow. The ability to come together for a common goal of Nonviolence is something that benefits all Americans. What programs have the City officials developed that provides citizens the opportunity to voice concerns about violence among the youth in the city of Plano?
How is the city promoting unity, education and citizen involvement to help combat racial profiling and promote understanding of cultural differences?
On the day in which we celebrate in the life and words of the great Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. as well as on the eve of one of the most pivotal movements in American history with the inauguration of Barack Obama , it is imparitive we stand up and relish the accomplishments of tremendous leaders such as these. Yet in the same breath we must challenge those in policy making positions to take responsibility for the continued strife this nation still faces on the lines of bigotry and hatred. What are we doing to battle the perpetuation of politically endorsed inequality, whether it is racially motivated, gender related, or dealing with religion or sexual orientation? Our society observes and follows what it sees in our leaders. I hope and pray our nation rides the tidal wave of change and continues to hold ALL elected officals accountable to the ideals of democracy and equality. Let freedom ring for all and may God bless our new president.
What a wonderful event!
Is racial profiling being used? What are the criteria used for racial profiling? How are you ensuring that it doesn't overstep civil liberty?
As a public servant, what is your dream for Collin County with respect to education, quality and crime?
I am honored, thankful, and blessed to be here today to participate in this celebration - especially because of its timing with Tuesday's historic inauguration. I look forward to discussing these events - and the hope and promise they represent - with my students at Collin College.
Congratulations Collin College
upon your 2009 "Power Breakfast"
honoring Dr. Martin Luther King !
Your endeavors are admirable.
Mr. & Mrs. Oscar McNary
1/19/09.
Plano is one of the most productive and large city with a large active black community. So we can we get everything else from the city but a street named MLK. Give us a Adopt a street. It insult or action and i behavior in the city of Plano. Lets keep it that way united give us a street Victor Denson A way out org.com founder
How do you think equality and justice will be played in President Barack Obama's 4 years in office?
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. has always been a great motivator and it has taken 4 decades to show the whole world a part of his motivation, decication and love for everyone through out new president, Barack Obama.
This is exciting for Plano.
Dialogue is most definitely a way to promote non-violence. This blog is a great way talk about Dr. King’s vision. My question for the panel: How are Plano and its surrounding communities engaging students throughout the school year about ways to create peace locally and globally (especially in terms of respect for race, religion, culture, sexual orientation, etc.)? Sometimes I feel that the meaningful work of Dr. King is celebrated for one day only, and forgotten until the next January comes along. Thanks and enjoy your power breakfast! -Kendre in St. Louis
Great idea!
I think this is a great way to honor Dr. King's legacy. I think he would be proud of where we are, but more eager to see where wew are going.
It is such a pleasure to be here among 500 people celebrating our shared diversity and the strength that brings us.
This is truly an achievement in not only black history, but in american history as well. TOday I am thrilled to say that I am able to see such a positive change in the world, and hopefully, we as a nation can continue to grow and develop in accepting all.
It is a true blessing to be a part of this wonderful Martin Luther King celebration in Plano, Texas! The cultural diversity of guests in attendance at today's event attests to the relevance of Dr. King's message and the efforts at work to realize his dream. As the country and the entire world witnesses the inauguration of Barack Obama as the 44th, and First African American, President of the United States of America the dream continues...
I think that there should be more recognition for Martin Luther King/ Black history month in the plano schools. I am a senior and have been in the district all of my life. from first grade all the way up to my current senior year there has not been enough recognition. The most we've ever had is a poster of famous black people. I like learning about black history and i think that everyone else should learn about it too. Black history is more than just a day or month.
Thanks for this forum!
Dialogue is most definitely a way to promote non-violence. This blog is a great way talk about Dr. King’s vision. My question for the panel: How are Plano and its surrounding communities engaging students throughout the school year about ways to create peace locally and globally (especially in terms of respect for race, religion, culture, sexual orientation, etc.)? Sometimes I feel that the meaningful work of Dr. King is celebrated for one day only, and forgotten until the next January comes along. Enjoy your power breakfast and thank you! -Kendre in St. Louis
How does our city promote non-violence?
Martin Luther King Jr. was influenced by Mahatma Gandhi and his teachings of non-violence. Violence can come in many forms: hate, anger, abhorrance, racism, to name a few. The most common form I see in our time, is the inability to embrace the progress and positive strides made by a race or group that was looked down upon in the past. We are most willing to help them and support them when they are 'down' but when they make progress and make attempts to stand tall and proud, we find ways to pull them down or sneer at their pride. It is almost difficult for us to accept the 'change'! Let us embrace the progress that is being made each day by a people who were looked down upon....because of the work of great people like Martin Luther King Jr.
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was truly a great man. He enforced the whole non-violence movement and inspired others to follow him. So my question to the panel is how can people start becoming involved on the non-violence movement?
The Multicultural Club promotes tolerance and awareness of all cultures through festivals and fundraising.
(food is the best way to bring people together!)
how does it felt after Senator Obama won the title of President of the United States of America in 2008 and in the present is when obama takes his place as President tomorrow after Martin Luthor King Jr. three day celebration weekend?
we as students try to promote non-violence by using words and through our actions.
Question: What as students can we do to promote non-violence in our community not just in our school?
The Multicultural Club from Vines High School gives advices about violence and we think that education is the best way to get rid of violence. Also our parents are part of the process to prevent violence in our lives. With education and a good guidance our society is going to change the way the people is acting right now.
What are some of the best organizations/companies doing in our communities in terms implementing cutting-edge programs that promote and respect diversity in the workplace?
We talk about violence and many times it is in the homes. How do we attack violence in the home and in teen relationships? All forms of violence is wrong, but we seem to approach it as an externl behavior and not a personal behavior.
What an interesting question from the audience about police in schools and creating criminal records prematurely. Appreciate the insight from New Jersey and Dallas on this issue.
Want to take action for your community? Here are a few links to help get involved in Plano:
Volunteer Center of Collin County
http://www.volunteersolutions.org/general/volunteercenter.tcl?center_id=62203
City of Plano Boards and Commissions
http://www.plano.gov/City_Hall/CityGovernment/Boards_Commissions/Pages/default.aspx
Leadership Plano
http://www.planochamber.org/leadership/
Violence is a by-product of circumstances, not always what we choose to do. Today we have too many children raising themselves do to mom & dad working several jobs. Afterschool childcare for some cost just as much as a month's rent. We need to establish some type of cost reduction or stipen to help these families in need, who are trying to take care of business. This leaves television,music and peers to influence these young people. We can give corporate America tax breaks, what about our hard working citizens of America. If we don't start now it's going to be to late when they reach High School.
Brooklyn Charles
(I think we could take out part of everyday and dedicate it to ways of being non violent - Andrea Pearson-Haas) ....
Thank you to Collin College for hosting such a great event!
I applaud Senator Shapiro's comment that most of the issues have to be addressed locally. She has served as a great example of involvement through her service and leadership.
PTA is the ultimate in local, grass roots parent involvement and in Plano, we have 36,000 members!
PTAs in PISD campuses host all kinds of programs to promote non-violence (next event: Cyber-Bullying program on 2/12, 7 pm at PISD Admin Building - all are welcome!). PTAs are a place where people who have diverse backgrounds come together in unity for the single purpose of making every child's potential a reality.
You will find in Plano PTAs that we host a wide range of multicultural, drug-free, character-building, inclusiveness and community connecting events at each campus for both students and parents.
Hope to see you at PISD's MLK event on Thursday (Plano Centre @ 6:45). Usually 600+ parents share in an incredible evening - This year's theme: I Am America. This is what Plano is all about!!
Today is a step in the right direction. I saw all cultures engaged to make a difference in our community. this can't just happen on Martin Luther King Jr. Day. This has to happen everyday!
Hidden racism is alive and well. How can you root for the Cowboys and Mavericks, then turn around and use the N-Word and then turnaround and smile in a African Americans face. Somehow that puzzles me.
Back in my days as a photo assistant in NYC I was honored to assist on a cover photo shoot for Upscale Magazine featuring three incredible women. Myrlie Evers-Williams, Coretta Scott King and Betty Shabazz the wives of Medgar Evers, Dr. Martin Luther King jr. and Malcolm X. The photographer that day was J. Van Evers, son of Medgar Evers.
I was told that this was the first time these women had been together in one place, it may well have also been the last, as Betty Shabazz died not long after.
I am so proud to have been involved with that photo shoot
I was equally as proud to be involved in the Dr. Martin Luther King jr. celebrations this weekend at Collin College, and that tomorrow the first African American president will be sworn in in Washington D.C.
We've come a long way, let's keep it up!
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