Indianapolis Recorder, Indianapolis, Marion County, 22 October 2004 — Page 4

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THE INDIANAPOLIS RECORDER

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 22, 2004

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year’s election will affect their community. How will African Americans benefit from participating in an electoral system that has been viewed as flawed since the 2000 election, in which only 45 percent of Blacks voted?

Everette Freeman, provost and senior vice president of the University of Indianapolis, said African Americans will be impacted greatly regardless of which candidate wins the presidential election because George Bush and

Ramla Bandele, an associate professor of John Kerry have sharp differences on how the political science and African-American stud- federal government should respond to the ies at IUPUI, recognizes that many minority needs of minorities. voters have become disillusioned with the “But the question is will that impact be political system because they feel like there negative or positive?” said Freeman, who is has been little or no worthy return on their also African American. “It’s incumbent upon investments in certain candidates and poli- us to ask which candidate can best meet our

Qies. “But voting still makes a profound difference,” she emphasized. “We can’t expect the results of one election to solve all the problems in our community, but this election is very important in several aspects.” Bandele noted that the administration of the next president, in particular, will set policies that could affect African Americans for generations to come. “It has been estimated that the next president will appoint at least three newjustices to the U.S. Supreme Court,” said Bandele. “A lot of cases are set to go before the court that could have a serious impact on the renewal of affirmative action programs. In addition, the way our national debt is handled will determine whether our economy soars or sinks, because employment in the Black community will be on the frontline of any adverse effects.” Bandele also encourages African Americans to make their opinions on the war in Iraq known, saying that pre-emptive policies of the current administration could stretch military resources further and more people from minority and middle class white families could be called for active duty.

interests. The important thing is that we go out and vote and choose the officials who make critical decisions.” Both Bandele and Freeman agree that African Americans must also keep an eye on races for state and local offices. “One of the best ways we can make a difference this year is by staying active in advancing our causes on a state and local level, which can oftentimes become just as important as federal issues,” Freeman stated. Bandele believes African Americans should be especially careful in selecting representatives to the U.S. Congress and the Indiana General Assembly. She noted that members of the Indiana Black Legislative Caucus would be better able to meet the needs of their constituents with the re-election of Gov. Joe Kernan. She is concerned about how well a Republican governor would receive the overwhelmingly Democratic caucus. “When we go to the polls me must make sure we choose office holders who can effectively represent and articulate the needs of our community,” she said. “We must maintain the presence of officials who will ensure that we have a voice in both Congress and the Indiana General Assembly.”

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Dr. Kenneith Ackles, Sr., D.C. candidate for the office of

Marion County Coroner grew up in Indianapolis and is a graduate of Arsenal Technical High School. He furthered his education by graduating from Lincoln Chiropractic College and later attained a degree from Indiana University in Indianapolis. Dr. Ackles has been a practicing Chiropractor for over 18 years. Dr. Ackles served his country through active service in the United States Air Force. In 2001, the Indiana State Chiropractic Association voted him, “Chiropractor of the Year.” Dr. Ackles serves on the Indiana State Chiropractic Association Executive Board and was appointed to the Board of Chiropractor Examiners for 3 terms by the late Governor Frank O'Bannon. Dr. Ackles is a dedicated father of 4 and husband to Genora Ackles. He is current member of Greater St. Mark Missionary Baptist Church. Dr. Ackles

also holds membership and is active in the Urban League, Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity and the 100 Black Men. He also serves as “ringside Doc" for the annual boxing matches held at The Indiana Black Expo. Dr. Ackles, Sr. is a man that

loves the people and community that he serves.

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