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Four-Star General Nominated to Become the First African American Chief of Air Force
The United States military made history today when the Trump administration nominated Gen. Charles Q. Brown Jr. to become the chief of staff for the United States Air Force. If he is appointed and confirmed by the Senate, he would be the first African American to take on the role and become the highest-ranking officer in the branch.
Gen. Brown, widely known as C.Q, would be succeeding Gen. David L. Goldfein, who is expected to retire this year. Brown would be the first African American to lead any military branch since Army General, Colin Powell, who served as the first African American Pentagon leader. “I am truly honored and humbled by the nomination to serve as the Air Force’s 22nd Chief of Staff,” he said in a statement. “If confirmed, Sharene and I look forward to building upon the legacy of Gen. Dave and Dawn Goldfein and the many airpower giants before who have served our Air Force and our nation with such dedication.”
His duties would include overseeing all units in the branch, supporting a new Space Force program, in addition to sitting alongside the Joint Chief of Staff in the Department of Defense, the Homeland Security Council, National Security Council, and the president on all military affairs. He is currently serving as the commander of the U.S Pacific Air Forces and is a decorated fighter pilot with multiple combat tours in the Middle East, Asia, and Europe.
“The United States Air Force will be well served by the formidable talents of C.Q. Brown,” said Barbara Barrett, the Air Force secretary in a statement. “He has unmatched strategic vision and operational expertise. His leadership will be instrumental as the service continues to focus on the capabilities and talent we need to implement the National Defense Strategy.”
Community
Open House at the Marin City Library
A community open house will be held at the Marin City Library, 164 Donahue St., Marin City on Wednesday, Sept. 4, 2024, from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. to learn about the progress Marin County projects in Marin City.
By Godfrey Lee
A community open house will be held at the Marin City Library, 164 Donahue St., Marin City on Wednesday, Sept. 4, 2024, from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. to learn about the progress Marin County projects in Marin City.
South Marin Supervisor Stephanie Moulton-Peters and County of Marin staff will be attending. Other County departments, such as the Community Development Agency, the Department of Public Works, Health and Human Services, the Marin County Free Library, and the Marin Housing Authority, will also be attending.
Black History
Reception for Marin City Legacy Exhibit
Godfrey Lee, “The Legacy of Marin City, A California Black History Story (1942-1960),” Civic Center Library, San Rafael, on Thursday, Sept. 5, the Marin County Free Library, Black history in California, Black Americans, Felecia Gaston, “A Brand. New Start . . . This is Home,” Andre Thierry, www.marinlibrary.org
By Godfrey Lee
A reception honoring the exhibit “The Legacy of Marin City, A California Black History Story (1942-1960),” will be held at the Civic Center Library, 3501 Civic Center Drive, in San Rafael, on Thursday, Sept. 5, from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.
According to the Marin County Free Library, this exhibit will be on view at the Civic Center Library and at all 10 branches of the Marin County Free Library and will showcase the story of Black history in California and the nation, revealing the true-life stories of Black Americans with tremendous faith, courage, heart. and soul.
Felecia Gaston, the curator and author of “A Brand. New Start . . . This is Home,” will be speaking. Andre Thierry will also be performing.
All library events are free. Call 415-473-6057 or visit www.marinlibrary.org for more information.
Community
Marin City Forum Speakers Delve in Housing Issues on Sept. 14
What are the challenges faced by marginalized communities when it comes to housing? Housing expert and author Leah Rothstein and Golden Gate Village Resident Council president Royce McLemore will dive into the complexities of access to affordable housing at a Community Forum, Saturday, Sept. 14 at 7 pm at St. Andrew Presbyterian Church, 101 Donahue St., Marin City.
What are the challenges faced by marginalized communities when it comes to housing?
Housing expert and author Leah Rothstein and Golden Gate Village Resident Council president Royce McLemore will dive into the complexities of access to affordable housing at a Community Forum, Saturday, Sept. 14 at 7 pm at St. Andrew Presbyterian Church, 101 Donahue St., Marin City.
“Housing Justice? Not for All” is part of Come to the Table, a monthly event about issues that impact the Marin City community. It is an initiative led by St. Andrew’s Rev. Floyd Thompkins to dispel misconceptions about Marin City and take a proactive step to build bridges with Marin County neighbors who may never have visited the town.
“We believe that this has the potential to inspire positive change, promote equity, and create a more unified Marin County community,” said Thompkins.
The Forum is preceded at 5:15 pm by a catered dinner for 50 people — 25 from Marin City and 25 from elsewhere in the County. The guests have the chance to schmooze, perhaps discuss one of the “talking points” on the table and, most importantly, get to know one-another. Both the dinner and the forum are free to attendees — thanks to generous donors who believe this initiative will create connections among county residents.
Reservations are necessary for the dinner, but the forum is open to all, though reservations are suggested. Visit www.ctttmarin.org, the Come to the Table website, for more information and reservations.
Come to the Table takes place on the second Saturday of each month. Topics for future events include education on October 12, Marin City history, science and technology, and mental health.
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