UC Reads: America is now in fascism’s legal phase

Posted on December 23, 2021

I hate to bring up the F-word up during the holidays but we cannot afford to look away from the growing fascism that has been normalized by Trump and his minions. Jason Stanley penned an absolute must-read in The Guardian that takes a deep dive on the perilous situation that our democracy currently faces.

“The novel development is that a ruthless would-be autocrat has marshalled these fascist forces and shaped them into a cult, with him as its leader. We are now well into the repercussions of this latter process – where fascist lies, for example, the “big lie” that the 2020 election was stolen, have begun to restructure institutions, notably electoral infrastructure and law.”

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NYC marijuana dealers look to go legit in upper Manhattan | NY Daily News

Posted on December 20, 2021

Graham Rayman of the NY Daily News penned an excellent piece on El Puré Cannabis company started by the homies Joel “Tellie” Collado and Ernesto “Paps” Castillo. The article delves into how the enterprising entrepreneurs went from the legacy cannabis market to a cannabis start up.

Read more: NYC marijuana dealers look to go legit in upper Manhattan | NY Daily News

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Movies At The United Palace Are Back…

Posted on December 18, 2021

That’s right folks, after nearly 2 years, the Movies at the United Palace film series is finally back. Starting in January 2022 a different film will be shown every month until June. Movies at the United Palace is not just a film screening but a film experience that includes a pre-film extravaganza that will be chock full of surprises. Check this out, Uptown superhero, Lin-Manuel Miranda will be tapping into his vast network of friends to make this film series one for the record books. It gets better people; you can help determine what movies will be featured by voting for your favorites from a list of really awesome films. Our picks are Black Panther, Do The Right Thing, Hero, In the Times of the Butterflies and Selena but click below and have your say.

Vote: Movies At The United Palace Are Back…

Vote: Movies At The United Palace Are Back…

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First female NYPD Commissioner appointed | Bronx Free Press

Posted on December 16, 2021

By Gregg McQueen

Call her Chief.

Keechant Sewell has been selected as New York City’s next Police Commissioner, Mayor-elect Eric Adams announced on Wednesday.

Sewell, who has been the Nassau County Chief of Detectives, will become the first woman Commissioner in the 176-year history of the NYPD, and the third Black person to hold the post.

“I am mindful of the historic nature of this announcement…I bring a different perspective, committed to making sure the department looks like the city it serves,” the 49-year-old Sewell said at a press conference at the Queensbridge Houses, where she grew up.

“My shoes are laced up. I’m ready to get to work,” she said.

Sewell replaces Dermot Shea, who served as Police Commissioner for the last two years under Mayor Bill de Blasio. Shea is retiring from the force at the end of December.

Sewell has worked with the Nassau County Police Department for 23 years, and became Chief of Detectives in September 2020, becoming the first Black woman to hold that post.

Read more: First female NYPD Commissioner appointed | Bronx Free Press

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Apply To Kindergarten Now

Posted on December 16, 2021

In New York City, children enter kindergarten in the fall of the calendar year they turn five, and are guaranteed a kindergarten seat at a public school. Once your child starts kindergarten, they can remain at the same school until its final elementary grade.

With that said, the kindergarten application is open! Apply online now with MySchools.nyc., by phone at 718-935-2009 or at a Family Welcome Center. The deadline to apply is January 18, 2022.

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Uptown On TV: Harlem On Prime

Posted on December 15, 2021

From writer Tracy Oliver (Girls Trip), Harlem follows a group of ambitious and driven women as they navigate life, love and friendship in Harlem, NYC. The series boasts a stellar cast that includes Meagan Good, Jerrie Johnson, Shoniqua Shandai, Grace Byers and Whoopi Goldberg. Catch Harlem on Amazon Prime NOW. 

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Spread Love: You’re Watching Video Music Box

Posted on December 14, 2021

You’re Watching Video Music Box Chronicles the longest-running music video show in the world, Video Music Box, launched and hosted in New York City by visionary DJ and MC Ralph McDaniels. With four decades of never-before-seen footage from McDaniel’s packed vault, the film spotlights the series’ global influence on Hip Hop, along with his professional and personal triumphs.

Catch You’re Watching Video Music Box only on @SHOWTIME right NOW.

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