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Local News Cloves Campbell, Jr.: The ‘NNPA Chairman’ Interview C loves C. Campbell, Jr., is the publisher of the Arizona Informant, a family-owned and operated newspaper that pro- vides an important voice for the African-American community in Arizona. This year it celebrates 42 years of publishing. Currently, he serves as Board Chair of the National Newspaper Publishers’ Association. As a Phoenix native, his person- al commitment and knowledge of the community in which he grew up shows throughout his work. Most recently, he served in the State House of Representatives for District 16 from 2007-2010 fulfill- ing duties on the Appropriations, Banking and Insurance, and House Ethics committees. With an extensive background in marketing communications, media/public relations and adver- tising sales, Cloves lent his expertise as Vice-Chair of Arizona African-American Democratic Caucus. He is also a board member of the following organizations: The George Washington Carver Museum Board, Roosevelt Foundation for Our Children’s Future, The Black Theatre Troupe, Arizona African American Legislative Days Coali- tion, Wells Fargo Commu- nity Advisory Board, Tanner Chapel A.M.E. Church Renais- sance Committee and First Tee of Arizona. A lifetime member of the NAACP, Cloves was educated at Pitzer College in Claremont, Calif., and University of Virginia Darden School of Business Legis- lators Program. He and his wife of 22 years, Lanette, have three chil- dren: Daivon, Chanette, and Cloves III. C ELEBRITY I NTERVIEW by Kam Williams man of the NNPA! Cloves Campbell: Thanks, Kam. It is truly an honor to be the Chairman of the premiere news organization in the world for black folks. KW: How are things at the Informant? CC: Things are going really well. We are celebrating 42 years of publishing. KW: What’s at the top of your agenda as you start your new term? CC: My main focus will be, as it was two years ago, to continue to integrate the digital platform to our member papers’ portfolios. However, we still want to main- tain our strong print presence, as well as to continue to reach out to younger readers. Portland and Seattle are the finalists to host the National Newspaper Publishers Association national convention in June of 2014 Kam Williams: Hi Cloves, thanks for the interview. Congrat- ulations on being reelected Chair- C O KW: I really admired your dad and your uncle, and I think it’s great that you and Roland have not only built upon their vision, and that you run a photo of them in the paper every week. That touches me every time I see it, since they were such solid gentlemen and reminded me of my father who was from the same generation and also a WWII veteran. CC: Thank you. I believe that it is important to remember the peo- ple that paved the way for you. They are definitely my role mod- els. I think about them every day. M M U N KW: The music maven Heather Covington question: What was the last song you listened to? CC: “Jamaican Funk” by Tom Browne. KW: How would you describe the primary mission of the Black Press? CC: I believe that our mission is to deliver the news of and about the Black Community to our respective markets. The most important aspect our mission is that we deliver that news from the black perspective. KW: Do you consider mainstream papers as your competition? CC: Not at all. Main- stream papers biggest com- petition is television. They are competing for the instant gratification cus- tomer. Black newspapers are a niche market and black consumers are now being targeted by major corporations for their dol- lars. KW: Do you think the NNPA publications get their fair share of corporate advertising dollars? CC: Definitely not! We have been making that argument for several decades. As a matter of fact, two years ago we partnered with the Nielsen Ratings Research Company to do a study of African- American consumers and it has been very useful in our advertising sales call and marketing efforts. KW: What did you think of the Zimmerman verdict? CC: Unfortunately, it was what I I T Y C KW: What is your favorite dish to cook? CC: Angel hair pasta with shrimp. KW: The Mike Pittman ques- tion: What was your best career decision? CC: Getting into the newspaper business, of course! Cloves Campbell, Jr expected. Once we knew the makeup of the jury, the verdict was a for- gone conclusion. Naturally, I am disappointed, but I honestly believe that this may be the wake- up call that this generation of black folks needs. KW: Does Arizona have a “Stand Your Ground” law in effect right now? CC: Yes we do. We are current- ly engaging with our legislature to review the law. KW: The Anthony Anderson question: If you could have a superpower, which one would you choose? CC: I would be able to fly. You saw Big Willy in the film Han- cock! KW: The Judyth Piazza ques- tion: What key quality do you believe all successful people share? CC: The ability to listen. KW: The Michael Ealy ques- tion: If you could meet any histor- ical figure, who would it be? CC: Frederick Douglass. KW: What advice do you have for anyone who wants to follow in your footsteps? CC: Treat everyone the same way you would want to be treated. KW: The Ling-Ju Yen question: What is your earliest childhood memory? CC: Well, probably really want- ing a pair of cowboy boots. It is likely the reason why I wear them now so much! KW: Attorney Bernadette Beekman asks: What is your favorite charity? CC: The Arizona Informant Foundation. [Chuckles] I’m a little biased. KW: The bookworm Troy John- son question: What was the last book you read? CC: “Uneven Lies” by Pete McDaniel. KW: The Tavis Smiley ques- tion: How do you want to be remembered? CC: As a person who was always willing to help others. A L E N D A R S EATTLE 2013 we host our 2nd year annual youth day event. We will be giving away 250 backpacks, free hot dogs, chips, drinks, and much more. Don’t miss the fun-filled youth day outreach for the whole family. Noon – 5 p.m. Shoreline Community College, 16101 Greenwood Ave. N. Shoreline, WA If you have an event you want to share with the community, email it two weeks in advance to The Skanner at info@theskanner.com Thursday August 29 FREE CONCERT – SEATTLE PRESENTS: LA LUZ. Rising Seattle stars La Luz turn every show into a beach- side dance party with their lush 60’s inspired surf rock and girl pop. Noon – 1:30 p.m. City Hall Plaza Downtown Seattle, 600 Fourth Ave. Saturday August 31 KINGDOM COMMUNITY WORSHIP AND OUTREACH CENTER FREE BACKPACK GIVE-A-WAY! Join us as Page 2 The Seattle Skanner August 28, 2013 MUKILTEO LIGHTHOUSE FESTIVAL. Mukilteo welcomes you and your family to a fun filled weekend by the water. Located at Mukilteo City Park. 10 a.m. – 11 p.m. Mukilteo Lighthouse Park, 609 Front St. Saturday September 7 Monday September 2 FREE COMPUTER & ELECTRONICS RECYCLING. Do you have old electronic items just taking up space? Drop them off at SBK Recycle for free. We take all computer, electronic and metal items. 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. 10747 A Street S. Suite East SEATTLE TILTH HARVEST FESTIVAL 2013. Join us for Seattle Tilth 26th Annual Harvest Fair. To celebrate local food, urban farming, participate in fun hands-on activities for the whole family. 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. at Meridian Park behind the Good Shepherd Center, 4549 Sunnyside Ave. N Friday September 6 Sunday September 8 COME AND JOIN US FOR FREMONT FIRST FRIDAY ART WALK. A collection of photographs by Susan Fried: Susan grew up in Anchorage, Alaska and now lives in Seattle. This show represents a small part of her photographic images over the last 30 years. 6 – 8 p.m. Cristy Carner Salon & Spa, 100 NW 36th St. Seattle LIVE ALOHA HAWAIIAN CULTURAL FESTIVAL FEATURES A FEAST FOR THE SENSES. The Live Aloha Hawaiian Cultural Festival celebrates what it means to “Live Aloha” Hawaiian music, hula, food, Hawaiian crafts and flower making and much more. 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. Seattle Center Armory, Mural Amphitheatre and Fisher Roof.
