Tag Archives: Adam Clayton Powell IV

Harlem Icon Faces ‘Perfect Storm’ In Re-Election Bid

Posted on June 12, 2012 by | 2 Comments

In Harlem, a legendary congressman — one of the most influential black politicians in modern history — faced a difficult re-election as allies backed his younger opponent in demanding a changing of the guard. Continue reading →

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HW Quote of the Day: “He’s My Crook.”

Posted on April 16, 2012 by | 1 Comment

If you can’t beat ’em . . .

Adam Clayton Powell IV said he’s seriously considering backing Rep. Charles Rangel’s re-election bid — two years after losing a nasty Democratic primary bid to unseat the four-decade incumbent.

“I’m thinking about it. I’m considering voting for Rangel,” said Powell, the former East Harlem state assemblyman whose legendary dad preceded Rangel as Harlem’s congressman. Continue reading →

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Celebrities Born in Harlem (Update)

Posted on September 18, 2010 by | 15 Comments

Harlem is the entertainment Mecca in the United States and the world. We thought it would be interesting to see exactly how many people we could find that are ”famous” people born  in Harlem. Continue reading →

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Rangel Wins Primary Despite 13 Ethics Charges

Posted on September 15, 2010 by | Leave a comment

 

Voters headed to the polls Tuesday for Harlem’s primary election. For some Rangel, you’d have no idea he was facing serious, even federal charges. On Tuesday, Congressman Charlie Rangel was celebrating his primary win. Continue reading →

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Rangel Calls Obama Cheney-like

Posted on June 6, 2010 by | Leave a comment

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Rep. Charles Rangel compared President Obama to former Vice President Dick Cheney Saturday for their shared commitment to the Iraq War, one the Harlem Democrat argues is based on the country’s hunger for oil. Continue reading →

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Earth Day In E. Harlem!

Posted on April 28, 2010 by | Leave a comment

The Nourishing Kitchen of New York City, in conjunction with Manhattan Borough President Scott Stringer, and Go Green East Harlem! present Earth Day in East Harlem.
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Powell, A Harlem Dynasty?

Posted on April 14, 2010 by | Leave a comment

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By ANDY NEWMAN

Here are some things you may not know about Adam Clayton Powell IV. He has considerable expertise in metallurgy and thin films. He has written widely on polymer membranes, solder wetting and electron beam melting. Continue reading →

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Rep. Rangel talks about Powell IV challenge

Posted on April 13, 2010 by | Leave a comment

Congressman Rangle responds to questions regarding New York Assemblyman Adam Clayton Powell IV, run for office, State Assemblyman Bill Perkins and his past problems during a press conference outside City Hall.

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Powell Challenges Rangel for Harlem-Based Seat in Congress

Posted on April 13, 2010 by | Leave a comment

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New York Assemblyman Adam Clayton Powell IV , son of the Harlem legend Adam Clayton Powell Jr., is now challenging Rep. Charles Rangel , the man who defeated his father four decades ago.

“This is not about settling any score,” Powell said Monday. Continue reading →

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Adam Clayton Powell IV’s Trial Starts

Posted on March 24, 2010 by | Leave a comment

Two years after he was pulled over on DWI charges for weaving in his lane and tapping his brakes on the West Side Highway, Adam Clayton Powell IV’s trial is finally getting started. Continue reading →

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