Tonight, we pray for healing across our nation to end unlawful violence against our community and our law enforcement family across the nation. Vengeance only creates more violence and more retribution. Both political parties at their conventions should address this mindless menace of violence that has gripped our nation. We pray that all who have perpetrated this violence in Dallas, Louisiana, and Minnesota are brought to swift justice.
Join me and over one thousand families and friends from across the county for our annual county festival, Prince George’s County Family & Friends Day 2016, on Sunday, July 31st (3-6PM) at Show Place Arena (Outdoors), 14900 Pennsylvania Avenue, Upper Marlboro, MD 20772. This is our annual showcase of our county’s local business and nonprofit community and will feature entertainment acts incl. The Fix, Black Alley, and the F.A.M.E. Jazz Band! Free food and fun for the whole family.
Please RSVP HERE: http://tinyurl.com/familyfriendsday2016
If you are a business or nonprofit in the county and would like a free display table at the event, please contact Brendon Laster at bllaster@co.pg.md.us.
Please see my interview on CBS WUSA9 this week about this important event here: http://www.wusa9.com/entertainment/television/programs/great-day-washington/councilman-mel-franklin-s-dialogue-on-fatherhood/244946332
Register here: http://tinyurl.com/2016fatherhoodsummit
Join Councilman Mel Franklin, My Brother’s Keeper, The Etan Thomas Foundation, CRW & Associates and the Prince George’s County Fatherhood Initiative on Saturday, June 18 (Father’s Day Weekend) for the 2016 Fatherhood Summit featuring
Etan Thomas, former NBA Washington Wizards star (Co-Moderator)
Dr. Johnny Parker, Author, Speaker, Consultant and Chaplain (Co-Moderator)
Robert Griffin II, father of former Washington Redskins star Robert Griffin III
Dr. Lonise Bias, motivational speaker and life coach
Michael Sweetney, Oxon Hill, Georgetown and former NBA basketball star
No Malice, Rapper and former member of Clipse
What: 2016 Fatherhood Summit
When: Father’s Day Weekend – Saturday, June 18, 1PM
Where: Reid Temple A.M.E., 11400 Glenn Dale Blvd., Glenn Dale, MD 20769
Free to the public – Please register above
This fatherhood summit will be a great opportunity for county residents and our nationally renowned panelists to tackle the seriousness of fatherhood absence and help us build stronger families.
-Mel Franklin, County Councilman
Please continue to keep the people of Orlando in your thoughts and prayers. We must all unite and reject the radical extremism that has attempted to hijack Islam in order to perpetrate such evil. The worst mass shooting in our country’s history was made possible due to the combination of this radical extremist ideology and everyday access to military assault style weapons, like the AR-15 — also used in the San Bernardino shooting and to murder children at Sandy Hook Elementary — that allows a person to shoot others with over a hundred rounds in just a few minutes and have no place in domestic society. May God continue to bless America.
Join Councilman Mel Franklin, My Brother’s Keeper, The Etan Thomas Foundation, CRW & Associates and the Prince George’s County Fatherhood Initiative on Saturday, June 18 (Father’s Day Weekend) for the 2016 Fatherhood Summit featuring
Etan Thomas, former NBA Washington Wizards star (Co-Moderator)
Dr. Johnny Parker, Author, Speaker, Consultant and Chaplain (Co-Moderator)
Robert Griffin II, father of former Washington Redskins star Robert Griffin III
Dr. Lonise Bias, motivational speaker and life coach
Michael Sweetney, Oxon Hill, Georgetown and former NBA basketball star
No Malice, Rapper and former member of Clipse
Register here: http://tinyurl.com/2016fatherhoodsummit
What: 2016 Fatherhood Summit
When: Father’s Day Weekend – Saturday, June 18, 1PM
Where: Reid Temple A.M.E., 11400 Glenn Dale Blvd., Glenn Dale, MD 20769
Free to the public – Please register
This fatherhood summit will be a great opportunity for county residents and our nationally renowned panelists to tackle the seriousness of fatherhood absence and help us build stronger families.
-Mel Franklin, County Councilman
Don’t miss these important updates on the County’s Zoning Rewrite and Development Planning Process!
For more info, go to: http://zoningpgc.pgplanning.com/
Prince George’s County joins the rest of the world in mourning the loss of the “Greatest of All Time,” Muhammad Ali. Muhammad Ali transcended sports more than any other athlete of the 20th century. From protesting the Vietnam War to fighting for civil and human rights, Muhammad Ali changed history and reminded us all that doing what is principled is always greater and more noble than doing what is popular. His indomitable will inside the ring was only matched by his resilience outside of the ring. He battled Parkinson’s Disease for the last three decades of his life with grace and dignity and gave hope to millions of others afflicted with this terrible disease around the world. Muhammad Ali now goes to his rest and leaves us a legacy of excellence, wisdom, wit, persistence, and hope to carry on for generations to come. “The hands can’t hit what the eyes can’t see. Float like a butterfly, sting like a bee. Rumble young man, rumble.”
Memorial Day is a time to reflect and cherish our fallen heroes and their families. Let’s honor them each and every day. Please support Prince George’s County’s newest American Legion, the Warffemius-Seidler Post 381 Brandywine-Baden: http://www.post381.org/
“Choose Public Schools Workshops” Starting May 24th
Please join the Prince George’s County Board of Education Chair Segun C. Eubanks, Ed.D, as he hosts 3 workshops entitled “Choose Public Schools” at 6:30PM on May 24 (Oxon Hill HS), May 25 (Largo HS), and May 31 (Northwestern HS). These workshops, co-sponsored by several members of the Board of Education and County Council, will provide insight into the academic, social and financial benefits of attending and maintaining enrollment in the Prince George’s County public school system. Also, hear the testimony of parents who have chosen to send their children to public school and see some outstanding performances from PGCPS students.
For more information, contact the Board office at 301-952-6115.
Join the “Choose Public” movement. See you there!
For more details, go here: https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/PGCPS/bulletins/148ae6a
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REMINDER: RECOMMENDATIONS FOR THE 2016 MARYLAND PRESIDENTIAL PRIMARY
I am pleased to share with you my recommendations for the Maryland Presidential Democratic Primary happening today, Tuesday, April 26, 2016, 7AM-8PM. To find out more details about voting in the Presidential Primary, go here: http://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/sites/elections/Pages/default.aspx. Every one of Prince George’s County’s 440,000+ registered Democrats should vote in today’s primary if you did not vote in early voting. Exercising your vote will help ensure that Prince George’s receives the federal, state, and local resources that we need to strengthen our communities. Please, make your voices heard!
Hillary Clinton for President
Hillary Clinton is the best prepared, most thoughtful candidate for President in this election and has the vision and passion to stand up for middle-class, working class, everyday Americans. Secretary Clinton will build on President Barack Obama’s progressive legacy of expanding America’s ladder into the middle class by making college and skilled trades affordable for all students, strengthening small businesses, establishing universal pre-kindergarten, rewarding companies that keep jobs here instead of overseas, and protecting America from violent extremism while upholding our values. I strongly endorse Hillary Clinton as our next President and I am pleased to be on the ballot as a pledged delegate for Secretary Clinton in the 5th Congressional District.
Donna Edwards for United States Senator
Donna Edwards will be a true progressive champion as our next United States Senator. Congresswoman Edwards is a fearless leader who isn’t afraid to take on the tough issues and entrenched special interests, even when it’s unpopular to do so. She is refreshingly authentic and has been a fierce advocate for Prince George’s County by working to bring federal investment to the County, passing legislation for providing healthy meals to students in need, and ensuring STEM opportunities for high needs schools and underrepresented communities. I strongly endorse Donna Edwards as our next United States Senator.
Ingrid Turner for Judge for the Prince George’s County Circuit Court
From serving as a Judge Advocate General for the U.S. Navy, Chair of the Prince George’s County Council, to being a Board Member of the County Bar Association, Ingrid Turner has the unique qualification of not only distinguishing herself as an aggressive advocate for the law but also as an accomplished maker of the law. I had the privilege of serving with Ingrid for four years and she exhibited an unparalleled empathy and passion for improving the quality of life for the residents of our County. I strongly endorse Ingrid Turner as a Judge for the Prince George’s County Circuit Court.
Herman Dawson for Judge for the Prince George’s County Circuit Court
Judge Herman Dawson Sr. has served as a dynamic and strong voice of justice on the Prince George’s County Circuit Court for over 15 years. Judge Dawson has dealt with some of our most challenging criminal cases with a balance of toughness and flexibility to both protect the public while also creating second chances for those who demonstrate an interest in following the right path. Judge Herman Dawson is one of the most respected members of the Court and I strongly endorse him to continue as a Judge for the Prince George’s County Circuit Court.
-Mel Franklin, County Councilman