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LETTER OF LOVE, SUPPORT, AND SOLIDARITY
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Hello Savage Supporters,
Deanna asked me to write what we call "the intro" to the newsletter this month. She's asked me to do that a few times and I don't ask why. But that's why I'm here.
It's early Wednesday morning and I've been doing everything except writing: working on a sudoku, loading the dishwasher, cleaning the top of the stove, making some toast and peanut butter. I'm stalling because this is hard. Hard to start writing when we're in the midst of such difficult times. Our nation is hurting.
The image of George Floyd being held on the ground as he pleads "I can't breathe" has saddened, horrified and outraged America. When just 2 weeks ago, gatherings of more than 10 people were illegal, thousands have taken to the streets. Peaceful protests have led to social disruption, looting and arson. Law enforcement has responded with tear gas, rubber bullets and batons; the same aggressive policing that is at the heart of these protests. And yet again, the conversation has turned to the subject of racial inequities in America. Whether George Floyd's death was the result of "a few bad apples" or a system that specifically targets people of color. I don't have these answers.
As a service non-profit in our community, these questions have occupied all of our, and many other's, thoughts since last Memorial Day. Some of our members and their families have actively participated in protests. A strong case was made for "Blacking Out" this newsletter, as many social media users did last Tuesday, in a show of solidarity with the protests. The group decision was finally to release the newsletter as a way of saying: "We're still here." We're still moving forward with our mission of assisting breast cancer fighters.
2020 has been a difficult year. The need for social distancing has cancelled events and moved our meetings to a remote platform. But as Deanna stated in last month's "intro", we are still aiding our beneficiaries as before and adding new one's during these times. "We're still here."
After you finish reading this, please pause for a minute, one minute, to turn your thoughts to social justice in our country. Think about the questions of race in America and how your actions could make things better.
Thank you,
Mark Browning
Savage Support
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Over the last 10 days, I’ve spent dozens of hours marching alongside my fellow Americans to denounce the racism running rampant in this country. As we all know, George Floyd’s gruesome and violent death by a police officer has impacted the world at large. Many black people have been executed in the same way: no judge, no jury; their precious lives extinguished by someone with a badge who took an oath to protect and serve.
In my usual daily interactions over the past week, it seems many people equate protesting to automatically mean smashing windows — or that by joining a protest, it requires some kind of bravery. I’m not hurting any person or property and most importantly, I’m not brave. I march to align myself with the movement of change and to learn from those who have lived their lives in fear because of the color of their skin. I march because we’ve been guaranteed a right since 1791 to peacefully assemble and petition the government for redress of grievances.
And while I respect a man’s property, by a long shot I respect human life more.
Coming from a family of 7 children, I was fortunate to attend summer camp as a kid. Those two weeks were always a highlight of the summer — I looked forward to the adventures, the weird smell of the mess hall, the friends I’d make, numerous classes teaching skills like sailing, making candles, horseback riding, swimming.
I often think about a black friend I lost touch with named Pepita, We remained friends and penpals long after camp ended, having sleepovers at each other’s houses and growing up together. Her family welcomed me like a member who belonged, with respect, curiosity and genuine care. I remember asking Pepita and her sisters so many questions when sleeping over at her house. It was a world with flavors, beauty and style I had not witnessed before.
White privilege is a dirty reality and while I didn’t ask for it, I’m guilty of living with it. My life has been blessed due to the color of my skin. Does it matter if I have abused it or felt entitled to it at some point in my life? Yes and no. It matters, but it doesn’t change it. We, the people, must change the system that is unfair and unjust.
It isn’t enough to be “not racist.” Having friends who are black, brown or different color isn’t
enough. It’s not even enough to be an ally to the black community. The time has come to stand with, for and among our brothers and sisters in defiant action of ANTI-RACISM. This country declares liberty and justice for all, it is our American duty to do better for our fellow man, woman and child. We must do better, and it starts with each of us doing the work
#BlackLivesMatter
Deanna Savage
President
Savage Support
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Disparities in Breast Cancer: African American Women
Breast cancer is the second leading cause of cancer deaths among women in the United States. 1 African American women have the highest death rate of all racial and ethnic groups, and are 42 percent more likely to die of breast cancer than white women. Learn more here.
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Enduring revolution is supported by understanding. Add Unwinding Prejudice, Redefining Leadership, and Organize a March to your library, right now.
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The mission of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) is to secure the political, educational, social, and economic equality of rights in order to eliminate race-based discrimination and ensure the health and well-being of all persons. Find your local unit here.
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We collaborated on how we could help raise funds for our beneficiaries while being responsibly socially distanced and we thought, "Let's send out the APB in our newsletter! And let it be fueled by food!" Especially soft, doughy, salted, chewy, fresh baked pretzel goodness. So here we are, partnering with The Milwaukee Pretzel Company to spread the good word through good snacks and raise good money for a good cause. Download the order form here, share with family friends, and coworker, and email your orders to ss-mke@email.com! We look forward to raising the dough (literally and figuratively) with you and your army of supporters!
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We have been selected as one of the organizations receiving gifts from this year's Toms Terrific Tournament! We are so happy to have been selected as one of the great organizations being supported and we can't wait to attend. There will be something for everyone, whether you are a golfer or not, so make sure you save the date for July 29th and 30th and we look forward to seeing you there!
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Stay Tuned for the NEW Date of Our 5th Annual Fundraiser!
Watch our newsletters for more information coming soon!
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This appeared on a segment of “Man Fire Food” on the Cooking Channel a couple of years ago. Host Roger Mooking travels to BBQ “hot spots” (pun intended) to interview and cook with various chefs. I was particularly taken with Billy Durney’s Hometown Bar B Que in Brooklyn. Though from Texas, this mountain of a man adapts his BBQ to the ethnic influences in his NY neighborhood, hence the Korean Sticky Ribs. A precise recipe didn’t appear on the show nor on the Cooking Channel website so I recorded the episode and watched it over and over again. With some trial and error, I came up with a version that I liked. I hope that you like it too. Maybe for a Father’s Day cookout.
Ingredients
1-2 Full Racks of Pork Ribs (Loin or Baby Back)
2" piece of ginger, finely grated
4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1/2 cup soy sauce (organic tamari preferred)
1/2 cup neautral oil (canola or corn)
3/4 cup brown sugar (turbinado preferred)
1/2 cup Sambal Oelek fresh chili paste
1/2 cup rice wine vinegar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
Extra soy sauce
Cooking oil
Chopped scallions
Cashew pieces
Kosher salt and turbinado sugar
Directions
Generously coat the ribs in the kosher salt and turbinado sugar, cover loosely and refrigerate for 24 hours
Prepare smoker to 250 degrees, smoke ribs for 3 1/2 - 4 hours
Combine ingredients 2-8 in a sauce pan. Bring to a low boil. Reduce heat and simmer 20-30 minutes. Combine cornstarch with enough soy sauce to make a smooth paste. Stir into pan until thickened. Taste and adjust sweet, sour, salt, spice, and thickness to preference. Keep warm.
Remove ribs from smoker. Cut into 2-3 rib segments. Flash fry in hot oil (375 degrees) for 320 seconds. Immediately immerse in warm sauce. Let excess drip back into pan. Plate and garnish with scallions and cashews.
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From all of us here at Savage Support, Happy Father's Day!
Harrison Browning’s cartoons will appear in our newsletter from time to time. He is a graduate of The School of the Art Institute of Chicago and the grandson of Pulitzer Prize-winning political cartoonist, Pat Oliphant.”
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