Blog archive
March 2024
Addressing The Needs of Older Adults Through Pasadena Village
03/25/2024
Coming Soon: More Resources for Older Americans, Online and in Person
03/25/2024
Community Building Locally and Nationally
03/25/2024
Preparing for the Future with Ready or Not
03/25/2024
Volunteering is at The Heart of the Village
03/25/2024
Women's Liberation: Then and Now
03/25/2024
Writing Memoirs Together
03/25/2024
Current Views on Current Events
03/20/2024
Unchained
03/18/2024
Rumr of Humor issue # 2409
03/10/2024
Blacks Portrayed by European Artists
03/03/2024
Rumor of Humor #2408
03/03/2024
February 2024
Caring for Ourselves and Each Other
02/27/2024
Doug Colliflower Honored
02/27/2024
Great Decisions Connects Us to the Worldwide Community
02/27/2024
Letter from the President
02/27/2024
Pasadena Village's Impact
02/27/2024
The Power of Touch
02/27/2024
Villages as a New Approach to Aging
02/27/2024
Addressing Gang Violence in Pasadena-Altadena
02/21/2024
Rumor of Humor Issue 2407
02/19/2024
Thank You For Caring.
02/12/2024
Rumor of Humor 2405
02/11/2024
Curve Balls
02/10/2024
Sylvan Lane
02/10/2024
Rumor of Humor 2404
02/09/2024
Larry Duplechan, Blacks in Film
02/03/2024
January 2024
Pasadena Village Joins Community Partners in Vaccination Campaign
01/29/2024
Rumor of Humor #2403
01/28/2024
Pasadena Village Joins Two Healthy Aging Resource Projects
01/25/2024
Decluttering: Do It Now
01/24/2024
Village Volunteers Contribute to the Huntington Magic
01/24/2024
Villagers Creating Community
01/24/2024
Villagers Reflect on Black History Month
01/24/2024
Walk With Ease, 2024
01/24/2024
Wide Ranging Discussion on Current Issues
01/22/2024
Wide Ranging Discussion on Current Issues
01/22/2024
Rumor of Humor # 2402
01/21/2024
Rumor of Humor # 2401
01/15/2024
Re- Entry Programs, a Personal Experience
01/08/2024
SCOTUS Nomination Due to Affirmative Action?
By Blog MasterPosted: 02/08/2022
Notes by Sharon Jarrett
The meeting began with a question posed by Dick Myers about how the participants felt about the nomination of an African American woman to the Supreme Court.
The first comment related to several recent comments in the media that the appointment of an African American woman essentially made the position an affirmation action appointment. The participant was upset at this comment indicating that in their opinion the court should reflect the population of the the Nation.
The composition of the court should reflect the demographics of the country in their view. The participant was also upset at the comments that nominees should not be graduates of Ivy League institutions as there was an over representation of those educated at Ivy League institutions currently on the court. If there is an African American woman well qualified to serve and who was educated at an Ivy League institution the speaker believed they should be disqualified from consideration.
It was noted that half of the population are persons of color and that should be considered in recommendations. This participant noted that religion should not be a consideration. Leave religion at Church was the thought expressed.
It was noted that the underpinnings of affirmative action have always been with the Nation. It has taken different forms over the years.
There was a brief discussion of the information in the book "How the Word is Passed" and it's relationship to the topics being addressed.
The participants reviewed the requirements to be considered for an appointment to the Supreme Court and discovered the constitution does not specify requirements. A law degree is not required, there is no age limit established. Essentially mutual consent of the legislative and executive branches are what is required. It was noted that the founders believed good government depended on an educated public expressing their opinions in good faith.
This led to a broad discussion about the declining literacy rate and the seeming loss of critical thinking ability, as well as, the influence of social media. It was suggested that finances also drive the thinking of citizens in that employment is valued and a factor in decision making. A question was raised about what a individual could do to influence the appointment of a Supreme Court justice. Using social media was noted, as well as, writing to members of Congress.
This led to a brief discussion of the need for Civics instruction. After which the discussion returned to ways to influence the selection process.
The participants next discussed youth activism, particularly focused on local elections. One participant noted that in their community young activists were trying to ensure local elected positions were filled by people who reflected the composition of the community and the ideas of community members.
The next meeting will be February 18th at 12:00 NOON and will feature a guest speaker, Melissa Daniel will discuss her upcoming novel "The Warwick Will".