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Members of Congress put themselves on a collision course with the White House on Thursday over the politics of America's Confederate legacy. The Republican-led Senate Armed Services Committee adopted an amendment that would create a commission charged with renaming Army installations that bear Confederate names and removing their Confederate symbols. A bipartisan team of House members, both veterans, proposed something similar. LIVE UPDATES: PROTESTS FOR RACIAL JUSTICE Gen. Mark Milley Says Accompanying Trump To Church Photo-Op Was A Mistake And House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, D-Calif., reiterated her call for members of Congress to enact legislation that would purge the Capitol of Confederate statues. The speaker told reporters she didn't believe she has the power to do so herself — effectively daring the Republicans who control the Senate to go along. "Believe me, if I had more authority we'd have fewer of those statues around," Pelosi told reporters Thursday. The speaker can move statues around within the Capitol but not take them out of it, she said. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bj-murphy9/support

HOUSTON – Relatives and elected leaders spoke passionately at Tuesday's funeral for George Floyd, demanding reforms and justice for a black man whose death has shaken the world. About 500 friends, family, politicians and entertainers streamed into The Fountain of Praise church in Houston for what co-pastor Mia Wright called, "a home-going celebration of brother George Floyd's life.'' The emotional service, which rang with gospel music and calls to ensure that Floyd did not die in vain, was widely broadcast and streamed online. “I want justice for my brother, for my big brother, that's Big Floyd,” Rodney Floyd said. “Everyone is going to remember him around the world. He's going to change the world.” Those words were echoed throughout the service in remarks by several of the invited guests, a list that included Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner, Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee and Rep. Al Green. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bj-murphy9/support

We spoke with Gary D. Hines, Music Director and Producer of the 3-time, Grammy Award-Winning Sounds of Blackness. Pop, Hip-Hop, Rhythm & Blues, Jazz, Latin, Rock, Blues, Reggae, Ragtime, Classical and Gospel. Gary has recorded, performed, toured, written for and appeared with: Quincy Jones, Jimmy “Jam” Harris & Terry Lewis, Prince, Usher, Stevie Wonder, Michael Jackson, Luther Vandross, Aretha Franklin,  Elton John,  Johnny Gill, Patti LaBelle, Sting,  Dolly Parton, Danny Glover and Jordin Sparks to name just a few. Gary has performed in every major city in the U.S. and, abroad in Africa, England, Holland, Switzerland, France, Germany, Italy, Portugal, Japan, Brazil, Mexico, Canada,  Bermuda, Jamaica, Martinique and The Bahamas - with Sounds of Blackness Gary has also conducted countless Music Workshops, Seminars, Lecture-Demonstrations and Master Classes  across the United States and internationally about the history, impact and evolution of African-American music and culture. Gary has been the recipient of such honors as a Grammy, International Time For Peace Award, Minnesota Music Academy Awards,  Minnesota Music Hall of Fame Award, Distinguished Citizen Award, Golden Scroll For The Promise of Greatness Award and,  Honorary Doctor of Humane Letters from his Alma Mater Macalester College, St. Paul. Sounds of Blackness latest CD, "THE SOUNDS OF BLACKNESS" won a 2012 NAACP Image Award. http://www.soundsofblackness.org/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bj-murphy9/support

Ms. Muhammad is widely known as the Ex-Wife of the DC Sniper, she is coming on your show to discuss her new book, ‘BEING ABUSED WHILE TELEWORKING DURING CORONAVIRUS DISEASE 2019 (COVID-19) PANDEMIC’. COVID-19 has changed the way American business owners operate their businesses. Now that teleworking is a reality, domestic abuse/violence cases are rising. Leaving the home to go to work offered a sense of relief to victims. What will they do now? A link to the book is: https://www.amazon.com/Teleworking-Coronavirus-Disease-COVID-19-Pandemic-ebook/dp/B0868ZLKWR Her website is www.MildredMuhammad.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bj-murphy9/support

Washington (AFP) - Protesters defied curfews across the United States as leaders scrambled to stem anger over police racism while President Donald Trump rejected criticism over his use of force to break up a peaceful rally. Standoffs between police and demonstrators stretched into the night in cities from New York to Los Angeles over the death of George Floyd, an unarmed African-American man whose killing has brought once-in-a-generation protests to the nation for the past week. But there were fewer reports of the looting and violence that had soured street demonstrations in previous nights. Tens of thousands gathered earlier Tuesday in Houston to pay a hometown tribute to Floyd, who grew up in the Texas city and is to be buried there next week. "Today is... about George Floyd's family -- we want them to know that George did not die in vain," Mayor Sylvester Turner told an estimated 60,000 people. A tearful Roxie Washington, the mother of Floyd's six-year-old daughter, told a news conference she wanted "justice for him because he was good. "No matter what anybody thinks, he was good." In New York, which on Tuesday prolonged its first curfew since World War II for the full week, AFP reporters saw hundreds refusing to go home after the 8:00 pm cutoff, instead chanting slogans and peacefully walking the streets in Manhattan and Brooklyn. Hours after the curfew, mayor Bill de Blasio said it was a "very calm situation," a day after several Manhattan luxury stores were looted. "So far, the curfew is certainly helping, based on everything I've seen in Brooklyn and Manhattan over the last three hours," he tweeted. Minnesota took one of the first concrete actions to address the grievances behind the uprising, which began after Floyd's death on May 25 in the state's largest city Minneapolis. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bj-murphy9/support

BJ Murphy www.20minuteshow.com (Podcast) An FBI investigation is underway and four officers have been fired following a fatal encounter Monday between Minneapolis police and an unarmed black man. In a statement early Tuesday, police said the man had a medical incident during an attempted arrest. However, video of the encounter shows an officer with his knee on the man’s neck for at least seven minutes. Before the man loses consciousness, he repeatedly tells officers that he can’t breathe. Leaders in Minnesota are calling for the officers involved to be held accountable. Rep. Ilhan Omar, who represents Minneapolis, called for the Department of Justice to investigate immediately. “It is sickening to watch this black man be killed while helplessly begging for help,” she said in a statement. Gov. Tim Walz and Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan also reacted to the incident, calling the video “disturbing” and demanding justice. “The lack of humanity in this disturbing video is sickening. We will get answers and seek justice,” Walz said. Four Minneapolis police officers have been fired following the death of an unarmed black man in police custody Monday night. Minneapolis Police Chief Medaria Arradondo announced the 4 Minneapolis police officers were fired following their involvement in a black man's death after a cop knelt on his neck for 8 minutes --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bj-murphy9/support

Maintenance Heroes based out of Charlotte North Carolina is looking to hire social distancing monitors all over the country… In every city they are looking for people to fill these positions… Positions start at $10-$12 an hour… Some may lead to full-time work so whether you’re in Charlotte Dayton Ohio Greenville South Carolina Richmond Virginia New York city or anywhere in the country....Call them at 704-391-7444 and tell them BJ Murphy sent you.. Go to the website https://www.maintenanceheroes.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bj-murphy9/support

I saw recently that Mayor Vy Lyles wants trump to stay away because the  covid  19 virus pandemic in Charlotte may be heading towards its peak and it may not be good to have 50,000 people converge on Charlotte at that time… Also the Ahmad Arbery case is being attacked by the defense team of the two white man that killed him… What will Crump and Merit the attorneys for the family do to circumvent this miscarriage of justice trying to demonize him and justify his murder --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bj-murphy9/support

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Darshaun McAway is an excellent resource to address the topic of literary art with a focus ob books for children. His books are featured in WalMart and he is excited to talk about the importance of children’s books, especially during a time like this when stay at home children need quality content to read! Looking forward to hearing the show, this is Darshaun’s website http://babyauthors.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bj-murphy9/support

Stacey Henry-Carr. Stacey is an Author, Speaker, Business Owner and Certified Life Coach. Stacey takes the approach that in every situation, we will find something to be grateful for. What a dynamic mindset to have during such a troubling time! Please, Visit her website: https://staceyhenrycarr.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bj-murphy9/support

Stephanie Wijkstrom is the founder of Counseling and Wellness Center of Pittsburgh. The center offers integrative therapy solutions for the whole family and there are multiple locations in the greater Pittsburgh area. May is mental health awareness month and Stephanie will talk about managing mental health conditions amidst the boundaries set upon us by the Covid19 pandemic and associated “new normals” forced upon us. Stephanie is a licensed subject matter expert and this show is a “must hear”! Visit her company website https://counselingwellnesspgh.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bj-murphy9/support

Kenneth is a recovering addict of 31 years. He is an active leader in the fight against alcoholism and substance abuse. After being sober and clean for over three decades Kenneth has grown accustomed to the lifestyle of living with a purpose to educate and equip people that want to achieve sobriety. Kenneth turned his life around and retired after 31 years from the Automobile Industry and now he works at his leisure as a Chartered bus driver throughout the US and Canada. Kenneth is most proud of his role as sponsor/mentor to those struggling to stay sober. Kenneth wants to share tips, straight talk and resource for the listeners that may help them battle alcoholism during this Pandemic.  * Discuss the tools that are used to help achieve sobriety * For those that may not know, explain what the 12 Step program is * What do you tell a person that says “I want to get sober” * What can you say to family members of a person trying to achieve sobriety * Where can you point our listeners to for help --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bj-murphy9/support

E.W. Brooks is a North Carolina Filmmaker, Author and Businesswoman. Brooks, a military-wife and Mother of a young son used her resources to grow her business. She is a well published Author and had just started her film work journey when she signed up to learn from a widely known hip-Hop industry icon, Damon Dash. Brooks was taken advantage of as an emerging filmmaker with a yearning to grow her presence in the Industry. She was caught up in a multi year legal battle with Damon Dash, which she won and proves her stance in the scenario because she won the case that awarded her hundreds of thousands of dollars. Brooks wants to teach other literary peers and filmmakers how to protect their intellectual property. She shares her story to promote an educated environment of people that truly have integrity in helping others succeed. Please see the attached. Also please visit the following website: https://theofficialewbrooks.com/mafietta --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bj-murphy9/support

A CDC study released Wednesday found that over 80% of the COVID-19 patients hospitalized in Georgia last month were black. It's the latest analysis showing that communities of color are being hit disproportionately hard by the coronavirus. The study comes just days after Georgia Governor Brian Kemp started reopening some of the state's businesses — a move condemned as premature and dangerous by local black leaders as well as public health officials and even President Trump. The study from the CDC, which is headquartered in Atlanta, surveyed eight hospitals in the state — seven in the Atlanta metro area and one southern Georgia. In the sample of 305 COVID-19 patients who were hospitalized in March, 247 — or 83.2% — were black. By comparison, 32 patients (10.8%) were white, 10 (3.4%) were Hispanic and eight (2.7%) were Asian or Pacific Islander. "The proportion of hospitalized patients who were black was higher than expected based on overall hospital admissions," the study says. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bj-murphy9/support