Weiner's mistakes, a private matter?

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Weiner's mistakes, a private matter?

By Michaela L. Duckett – June 13, 2011

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Good Morning! The dynamics in your household may be changing now that school is out, but the end of the school year shouldn’t mean the end of learning. So, if you are still looking for great ways to keep your child occupied over the summer months, be sure to check out our 2011 Summer Camp Directory.

Today, the weatherman says expect plenty of sunshine with a high around 90° and a low tonight in the mid 60’s.

Here’s what’s brewing this morning in the news:

Weiner seeks treatment, Democratic leaders want resignation
Should Rep. Anthony Weiner (D-NY) step down? While some believe his indiscretions are a private matter, Democratic leaders demanded his resignation on Saturday, as Weiner announced he is requesting a leave of absence and seeking treatment.

Weiner spokeswoman Risa Heller said the Congressman is seeking “professional treatment to focus on becoming a better husband and healthier person,” reports the Washington Post.

Yet, Democratic leaders want Weiner to leave all together. They say his Twitter scandal and admission that he had been involved in “inappropriate” online conduct with at least six women make him unfit for office.

“I urge Congressman Weiner to seek that help without the pressures of being a Member of Congress,” said House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi, who is among those calling for his resignation.

According to his spokesperson, Weiner has already departed for treatment, but it remains unclear exactly what type of treatment he is seeking. Weiner will decide on the fate of his political future after his time away.

Friday, it was reported that police were investigating his online contact with a high school student in Delaware. Although the police determined no laws were broken, many are concerned that he was corresponding with a 17-year-old girl at all.

Weiner would not comment on his online communications with the minor, but admits to making mistakes. He told reporters he wants to redeem himself and get back to work. “These were personal failings. So, I’m trying not to let them get in the way of my professional work,” he said.

As he was fielding questions from a group reporters who followed him as he ran errands, Weiner was approached by a lady who said she supports him. “That’s your private life. You are a great man,” she said.

QUESTION: If a person like Weiner has what Creflo Dollar might refer to as a “wreck” in their personal lives, should it mean the end of their professional or political career? Share your opinions in the comments section below.

Read more at the Washington Post
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Fat Joe: ‘The biggest killer of people is food’
After the death of several friends, all in their thirties, rapper Fat Joe decided to kick his bad eating habits and shed some pounds. According to the NYDailyNews the Bronx native has lost 88 pounds.

Here is what Fat Joe had to say:

“I always loved being fat, obviously. I’m Fat Joe. The biggest killer of people is food. It kills more people than AIDS or gun violence or war, anything you can name. Everybody keep catching strokes and heart attacks, and what happened to me was, like seven of my friends passed last year from heart attacks, and they were all 32, 34 years old, 35. What’s the difference between me and them? Health doesn’t discriminate just because I’m famous.”

Read more here.
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T.O.’s big screen debut
He’s played in the NFL, modeled and starred in his own reality-TV series. Now Terrell “T.O.” Owens is making his big screen debut next month at this year’s American Black Film Festival in Miami. Owens is starring in Dysfunctional Friends, which will compete this year in the Narrative Features category. The comedy/drama was produced by Datari Turner and is about a group of college friends who reunite after the sudden death of their larger then life friend Dennis (Keith Robinson). The star-studded cast includes Hosea Sanchez, Meagan Good, Stacey Dash, Tatyana Ali, Essence Atkins, Vanessa Simmons, Reagan Gomez, and Persia White to name a few. T.O.’s addition to the crew was a major story line in the latest season of his reality-TV show. This year marks the ABFF‘s fifteenth anniversary. A slew of legendary filmmakers will be on hand including Spike Lee, John Singleton, Bill Duke, Robert Townsand, and Keenan Ivory Wayans, who will be honored at this years festival.
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Summer food program begins
The CMS-sponsored Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) for children will begin this week. The SFSP allows children 18 years and under to enjoy the same healthy breakfasts and lunches they get in school all summer long—for free! SFSP sites are located throughout Mecklenburg County. No registration or identification is needed. The program will operate Wednesday, June 15 through Friday, August 12 at select sites. Click here for a list up SFSP sites or call 980-343-6041.