Distinguished Honorary Alumni Dr. Matthew Primous
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Known as a Significant Voice in Modern Literature, a Poet of the Year, 2020 Black Author Matters Winner, 2025 Black Authors Matter Children Book Awards Nominee for his books, and International Impact Awards' Author of the Year Nominee
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It all started when I was doing plays in Chicago, Illinois. I was enjoying the city life. The great food and entertainment that made the city. It blew my mind how many standing ovations I got. I was one of the best trying to be thee best actor in history. And I could do just about any male role. I knew how to get inside the character. I knew how to coeval each character. Even the bad guy was easy. I was destined to win an Oscar. I was destined to be a Golden Globe winner. Yeah that was my life and I love every bit of it. And I had the charisma, the charm and the manners of a great actor. Betty was my love. She was an actress. She was beautiful and cunning. And she helped me with the parts. She was my better half. We were a team in Chicago. Chicago was our city and we were the stars in their sky. It's been several years since I've been home to Texas. I have not been Texas since a teenager and now over 40 years old. Sometime I dream of Texas seeing Mom and Dad and Aunt Sarah. Mom only had one sister and Dad was an only child. My Dad was always trying to say something smart and wise. He would encourage me to be a doctor. Or even a scientist that discover something great. Especially since we lived on the farm. I still remember the Down South and Western life. Mom was always sweet. She had always kind words and words of insight. She would inspire me to act. She knew I love the attention. She knew I would be great. Anyway Betty wanted me to share her with the family. And I have been promising her a family for decades. She was loyal and believe me but now she is fed up. She want me to do something important in this relationship. So I tried to prolong the inevitable going home. And I promise real soon so much that Betty brought the train tickets. And she surprised me by packing my stuff. Betty knew everything about me and she said We are going home Down South Down West. And I was dead nervous but I tried to get her to turn back by scaring her about the trains. Hey don't you know how to drive. You almost hit me. Are you blind? Or Gee look at him, he is about to run over a car no not that one probably another one. Until midway Betty pull me out of the common area and she told me something that made me think. She said Matthew Matthew West I may be pregnant and my manager said that I can't act no more because they don't want a pregnant woman enticing them and that maybe I should get married because it is about time. And I dropped to the floor. Suddenly I did not laugh anymore, happy about the child but my career was ruin too. I could not look back and just when I became emotional. I saw a man at the train and he looked like Dad. And I wanted to follow him but Betty wanted to get a hotel. And so I did and I wandered about my family. And I ate dinner with Betty and promised her everything would be okay. Even promising her that I would continue for her. And I went on a walk. I found this popular bar with a rodeo cow. And I drink a few and made friends easily and I rode nine times trying to get it right and just a drunk. I lost track of the time and walk to the hotel. And I saw a woman that look like Mom. And she did not recognize me. And I told her my full name I am your son Matthew West. And she asked me a few personal questions and she said No Matthew I am your Aunt Sarah. And she shamed me for being drunk. And she told me that my family brought a rodeo and turn the farm into a cowboy joint. And I tried to explain to her that I wanted to do acting but my woman is pregnant. She said And what did they say. And when I told her. Aunt Sarah acted just like she did when I was a child. She shamed me and stop what she was doing and help me get back to the hotel. I don't remember much except Betty getting on me to come. Aunt Sarah drove up after making sure I was safe last night. It was broad daylight. And she honk the horn several times that I yelled alright alright from the window. I sat in the back while Betty sat in the front. Betty was excited about Down South Down Western. I enjoyed the ride in the backseat. And she finally came to this farm, I have to say it was country and beautiful at the same time. Mom hug Aunt Sarah. And Mom grab me and Betty, she was still strong. I told Mom that she might be pregnant. And she said it is sure good that you came home. I missed you so much really. And now it is time to spend with your family. Mom took Betty inside the house. I helped Aunt Sarah with the farm. And man it was hard work. I was sweating under that damn heat. And it was interesting and intriguing, I saw this stallion that I really wanted to ride. And Aunt Sarah caught me staring. And she said alright Matthew go for it. And she helped me with other workers to get on. But that horse kept rejecting me many times yet somehow I made him love me and I felt like those paintings of George Washington. I was all man. I was all soldier. I was all cowboy. And I turn my hat and shouted. And I got the stallion to carry me to the porch and the workers took him back. And I came in and Dad was at the door. And he was kind but disappointed. And we talked a good long time till supper. And Dad knew how to make someone feel love through his talking and fellowship while Mom would straight out and say it. I was home. And I married Betty on my first paycheck.
By Distinguished Honorary Alumni Dr. Matthew Primousabout a year ago in Pride
The Race for America's Pastor
It all started with the resignation of the Most Revered Reverend James Goodton. Goodton was a good man and respected and loved. He never stop giving to the poor and helping his neighbor. He was preaching for most of his life and practicing his faith without hesitation. He was a good member of the community. He helped many become pastors and leaders in the church. He even helped many seek public office and win. Goodton was a great man who served his country proud. And many remembered him and were touched by his example and life. Goodton was a national hero. But the time had come for him to pass the torch. To help someone else lead the next generation. And he was been thinking about retirement because he was well advanced in years and did not know how much time he had left. So he announced that he will be retiring as America's pastor. And he shocked the crowd and the nation. And for many months people wondered who would be his replacement. During the months many leaders rose up such as Pastor Joan Hills. She was a good preacher but she had a unsettlingly voice. She was very social and friendly. She was of a short statue and she knew how to hold her position in the crowd. She healed many and was a strong leader. Some criticize her free spirited sermons but she was a solid candidate for Goodton's job. Then there was Pastor Mike Betters. Betters was an experienced pastor and he walked with Goodton. He was the son of preachers. But he did not have the full solid background and total support of Goodton's followers. He was fervent and smart. And he knew how to tell a good story. Many people listened to his podcast and many were amazed at his insights. Then there was Pastor Phil Jacobs. Jacobs was a character. He would love reenacting the Bible. And he would love speaking poetically and figuratively. He studied the Bible since he was young and he was saved at an early age. It so happened that these three within several months were in a tight race for America's Pastor. So Goodton met with all of them at once to see who would be his successor. And they all gave him a hearty welcome. And he spoke candidly with them and met several times over. And he grilled them on the Bible and its meaning. And he asked them for a sermon on the teachings of Jesus. And he invited them to a conference at his home church the Pilgrims Rock Baptist Church. And Pastor Phil Jacobs started at he was introduced and he spoke good. And he had many applauses. He spoke about the importance of Jesus and he added Constitutional insights. And he got into the preaching when they had to draw him away. Then Pastor Joan Hills, she made fun of her statue but she spoke about Jesus' love. She spoke about the purity and strength, the holiness and righteousness. And she made many cry and shout. She spoke about her own testimony and the testimonies of others in her life. And spoke about the realness of the Jesus. And how he walk and talk. And she finish with thanking God for Jesus love. Then there was Pastor Mike Betters. He spoke about sin. He spoke about shame. He spoke about why we need God. And he got into it quickly. And he caused the crowd to stir up. And he spoke about his life and why he needed God. And he shouted all the way through his sermon. And the people were moved. Even Goodton was up and so was Pastor Joan Hills and Pastor Phil Jacobs. And Goodton finally got to the podium late at night and said that they all were fine preachers. And he said that he hope everyone pray while he talked with his elders and advisors to choose one of these worthy preachers. So days went by and weeks, Goodton met with friends and family even advisors from those he helped in the ministry and in public office. And they were divided in thirds and so they asked to met with them privately to discuss their theological beliefs. And afterward Pastor Phil Jacobs and Pastor Mike Betters were the favorite. And so they draw in one last time for Pastor Joan Hills. And Goodton said that he made his decision. And so they brought in everyone and live television for Goodton's announcement which was highly rated by the television networks. Goodton said after they showed the background and explain the beliefs of each candidate. Goodton said that after careful thought and prayer and consideration, I am asking Pastor Joan Hills to serve as the new Lead Pastor of Pilgrims Rock Baptist Church. And Pastor Mike Betters to be my replacement as the new America's Pastor. And Pastor Phil Jacobs as the Vice America's Pastor. And he shook everyone of their hands and hug them and prayed.
By Distinguished Honorary Alumni Dr. Matthew Primousabout a year ago in History
The American Family
There was always the conflict. There was always the influence. There was always the tittle task of diplomacy. I reckon that people wanted peace. I reckon that people wanted to be free and respected. The Jacksons and Abels were always at odds. They were both political families. And they did not like each other much. They both served as political opponents. And they would say any and every thing about each other. It was like a horse race. Whoever was the fastest. Whoever was the cunning. Whoever was the clever. And many people talked about these political families. They were the talk of the town. And the excitement of them battling it out for the highest office was heating up. But I George W. Jackson Jr. was not in the mood for such a moment. I wanted to keep my family legacy clean and untampered with. We could have our own side of America. We did not have to get down and dirty. We did not have to get ulgy and mean. Unless we have to defend ourselves. And I wanted to keep the peace in the family. I'm not too sure if the Abels were that way. They often seem kind of strange and secretive. I mean Jesse M. Abels, III was not the easy politician to understand. He was always so philosphical. He could of been just about anything but he had this utopia about America. And I did not know if it was right for the country. I like to be clear and focus. Yet he wanted to shed light on a vision of America and what our country should be. He hoped for a place where people will decide justice and where the laws would reflect the people's united creed. I understand his concepts but they were a little too broad and basic. And there were some citizens who never been college. Some who never knew what politics is really about. I believe you have to be simple and clear and right to the point. My family was into law for four generations. We practice law and served as good politicians because we upheld the law and earn respect. Jesse M. Abels III was I might say a talented lawyer and arguably a good Statesman. It's just he had too much philsophy in him. I believe you have to breakdown what you hope America to be. And be a good communicator and keeper of that vision. Anyways it happen I was running for reelection as Senator then Jesse M. Abels III ran for office. And he was tearing me down and shredding my platform. And I just talked about how his family was a business family meddling in politics. And how they were using politics for power. And it happened that the people were divided. And I was struck in my ways and he was steadfast to get my position. Then you know children George W. Jackson III was a young lawyer and he graduated at the Top of his Class and he became my intern. He advised me to debate Jesse M. Abels III in front of the public. And that he would support me as my son. And I talked with my campaign manager and he insisted I did to save my candidacy. And we debated. But the unthinkable happened as I was winning. Jesse M. Abels III introduced me to his daughter Julia Abels. And she was a lovely daughter, pretty and very bright. And she seemed opposite of her father. And just when my son George W. Jackson III was preparing me. He locked eyes with that Abels' child. And I thought he was just disgusted with her father. Well as I was debating. I messed up as I saw my son started to talk to his daughter. And the debate was cancelled midway. And I pulled my son and he pulled his daughter. And it almost became a big scandal. Weeks before the election, my son was meeting up with his daughter. And they were dating behind my back and I caught them having a picnic. And so did Jesse M. Abels III. And he called his daughter My Angel. But I saw the anger and rebellion in my son. That's when I reached out to Jesse M. Abels III, to forge peace and meaningful relations. The other day I invited him to a secret dinner. And I proudly shook his hand. And I told him that I would be fair if he allows his daughter to have a chance with my son. And he grinned and said the same thing for his daughter. He said Angel is my only daughter and your son George W. Jackson III is a fine man. So the election happened weeks later and it was close, I won by a thin margin. But I did not denounce or degrade Jesse M. Abels III. I announced that this will be my last term as Senator. And I hope Mr. Jesse M. Abels III never give up on politics because we need people like him to keep us on our toes. And our children got married and that's the American Family.
By Distinguished Honorary Alumni Dr. Matthew Primousabout a year ago in Serve
The Story of Maguerita Matthews
Life was hard back then. Not like it was today. People had to work for what they wanted. People had to fight for what they wanted. Jobs weren't handed out. You had to show yourself approved like the Good Book says. And you had to be smart, have a good head on your shoulders and think for yourself. That's was my life, Maguerita Matthews. I remember working on the farm with my family and quitting school at an early age. My mother and father taught me how to be a farmer. I would work with workers and help gather and plant. It was no easy job but I did it. I did it for the family. I did it because I was told to. I did it because it was life. And there were days I dreamed about going to school and doing something great. But I knew that farming is something great, something you can pass down to your children, something you can say you have done and lived through it. My younger siblings got to finish school you see because Daddy was sick when I went to school. He lost his other job and my mother wanted to make ends meet. My mother took over the farm and she recruited relatives as well as me. That was the life of the country, working hard in the field all day and night. The farm was the center of the life back then. Most people had jobs there. Most people started out on a farm. Things were simple back then. Then long after my father got better and eventually passed. My mother got a huge insurance check and she gave me half of it. And she told me that she was selling the farm and moving on. My mother did not want to continue the hard work. Times was changing and people wanted to live the easy life. I finally moved in with some friends and left home at the age of 25. I was trying to get back my education and so I tried to get into school but the schools were expensive. I tried at church and they only could get me a job cleaning. They taught me the trade and said Most of their women learned this. And they said that I could work for rich businessman. I know it was not what I wanted but it was a job in the big city. And I love my independence. It was first hard being a single woman and working in the city. It was hard getting to work on time. It was church that kept my spirits up and knowing there were others who were going through what I've been through. And God begin to bless me almost several years in, my boss gave me a raise. And I was shouting and prepare to spend when my sister came by. She said Momma is sick. I asked the pastor to pray for me and my family at this time. And I tithed ten percent and hold onto the rest in case of Momma passed. The pastor first was searching for me because I gave and left for Holloway, New Jersey. There I was quick to come to Momma's aid and there was this doctor. And I was ignoring but I just could not help notice that he was looking at me. They called him Junior and he was previously married. Momma talked to me and she told me that she was fine. And she pushed me away and Junior said he would look after her. And he took me out on some dates and just before I was gonna go back home on the train after saying good bye to Momma. Junior proposed to me with his son KC-David. And he showed me a big beautiful ring and I said yes. And I did not go back home but I took a cleaning job with a businessman in Holloway, New Jersey. And the marriage stood in honeymoon for several years. Momma was in a nursing home and feeling up and down sometimes. And my sisters were helping to take care of her. We each had turns and live closely by. I was pregnant with LaShara and I told Momma. Momma was delighted and she felt the baby bump. I was almost 33 years old. My son KC-David was 13 years old when I met his father and now he was on his way to college. Junior spent a great deal of his money helping the less fortunate. And because Junior was such a good provider and a doctor, I was able to save up $100,000. And I could not believe it. I asked the bank over and over and over. I went down to the bank and ask for the teller, ask for the supervisor, and ask for the manager. Then I knew I did something great. And celebrated with Junior and the kids. And so I paid for KC-David education and made sure he made A's and B's. And he would have to report to me everything he learned in writing. KC-David had other friends at college and eventually his father got the raised and I had several cleaning jobs plus Momma passed and left me $50,000 and I made another $100,000. My husband Junior promised to pay for LaShara's education. And he kissed me on the cheek and he promised me that I could do whatever with my money. And so I talked to KC-David and asked him what I should do. And he said Momma you were the only mother I know. You cared so much about God. People respect you Momma. You are noted in the community for character, working hard and you are funny. You went far for someone who had it hard and lived through those hard days. You taught me so much. And just because you did not get a degree or diploma and had to clean for your life. Doesn't mean you should not be remember? You could do what those rich folks do. You could pay for others' education and leave a lasting legacy at the university. And I asked him what should I call the college scholarship. And he said The Maguerita Matthews Besting It Scholarship. And that was my story.
By Distinguished Honorary Alumni Dr. Matthew Primousabout a year ago in Families
Qing the Superhero
My story started in Chinatown. I was a son of an immigrant and an American. I had a hard time in school studying and learning. There was always someone trying to bully me and force me to become angry. They tried my patience. They tried my mind. And the teacher did not understand me. They kept saying that they don't know why I did not get along. Chinatown New York City is where you had to work hard for the living. Everybody knew me because my parents were hardworkers. And I loved the community and togetherness of Chinatown. I remember sharing meals with family and friends. I remember the holidays and sorting gifts with other children. I had a lot of friends in Chinatown. And they were loyal. They made sure that I did not get into trouble. And they made sure I got safe home. We were like family our neighbors. And we proudly showed that we were Chinese Americans. We wore the clothing and hang up the decorations. School was downtown New York City and there were always something that provoked me. i dealt with it for the sake of my parents. I learned to be tolerated. And I would give those deadly eye looks when I wanted to fight hard and bloody but I kept it in. Plus I proved my point with A's and B's in the classes. And being on the high honor roll and graduating at the Top of my class. I was unafraid. And I was able to get popular girls but my mother wanted me with the perfect Chinese American woman. It happened one day that that the bullies surrounded me near the end of the school. They teased and taunt me and made fun of my glasses. And I had enough of it so I told them to meet me by Peach Tree. And after school they were there with bats and chains and sorts. And I fly into the crowd and at first it look like they were winning. And that the crowd was beating me up. But I submerge my strategy to beat the head the leader and scare the rest of them. So I beat the leader and I was ready for those who defended him. And everyone got scared when I was charging the leader and beating him like a dead dog. And I yelled What you got something to say. You got something to say. I am Qing play with me. Come on play with me. You bad play with me. This is my time. This is my fight. And the others ranaway. And I stop after he beg me to stop. Then days later the school called my mother. And my mother was shocked that she almost dropped the phone. And my mother did not speak clear English but she spoke broken English. And I knew by her expressions that I was gonna be in trouble. She cried and explained that I would have to take night classes to finish. And so I did, I apologize and try to explain to mother that I had no other choice that they were picking on me. That they were provoking me and that I am sorry. I was angry that I went on a walk and kick at an old pipe that burst. And I saw this old man being mugged and I called out but he was busy with the criminals. And as I approach they pull weapons and threatened me to stay away. I knew I had to disguise myself so I went somewhere quickly and change. I put on my mask and karate outfit and then coming from behind. I struck the criminals and it was an intense fight but I came up with moves on my own and used the basics for ultimate pain. I was deadly and save the man. And he asked my name and I said Qing. This happened often without my mother and father finding out. I would pick my battles and use my mind to alternate moves. My karate teacher said that I had the strength and endurance but I never thought that I would be so bold. Then I finally graduated, the girl of my dreams was in the arm of another man. I think she is Black and Native American, Ottawa. She was a brunette with curves and very smart and talented with a kissable face. Everytime I see her I imagine having kids with her and building a family. I would simply and easily daydream. I gave her my spot in the graduating line and I was only her friend. It happened that I caught her crying back stage and I comfort her. And she kissed me and it was amazing. I gave her my number. Nothing wrong with friends in the benefit zone. I worked for the Doja after high school. College was not for me. I endured enough trying to get a high school diploma. And I knew they like giving us hard times to get a degree whether you are Black, Asian, Native or Hispanic. History doesn't lie about education. It's sad but that's the real life. And plus I wanted to explore independence and living on the streets being streetsmart and surviving. I love my life and freedom and I wanted to be a super hero. So I kept the neighborhood save. Qing was my superhero name and it was secretive because that's what only my close friends and family called me. It's like King of Karate and with an high and secretive IQ. That's Qing. My real name is super complicated. I was a karate teacher by day and a superhero by night. And I found out that being a superhero can be fun and rewarding. The Commissioner offered a large sum to catch criminals. I knew that I needed a force and that's what I am going build as I fight crime. I am gonna build the Dynasty. Qing and the Dynasty will keep the city of New York safe starting with Chinatown.
By Distinguished Honorary Alumni Dr. Matthew Primousabout a year ago in Fiction
The Story of The Candidate
I had a traditional family growing up. My mother Lydia Gaines was into gardening besides work. She would spend time beautifying the house. And making sure my brothers and sisters and I would do chores and do well in our studies. She was stern and lovely. And she knew we were smart as heck. She would give us a chore and time to do it before she would punish us. And although the chore was hard, we found a way to do it. That's how I learned to brainstorm and use my mind for things. And my father Edward Gaines was very political as he was a political foreman. He would love reading the newspaper and watching the news. I never knew why he was so into the news so I asked him and he said that you can gain a lot by watching the news and reading the newspaper. You know Ben there's a reason we named you Benjamin James Gaines because I want you to work with the President. You can be like Reagan, Bush, or Clinton. You are sure smart enough. Who knows maybe one day you would become President? And my father sat me on his knee and pick me up. I was just ten years old. My father was giant and he had a big grin. My mother and him would always have a secret talk about us. I learned after childhood. They were deciding what each child would do. And then it happened after 40 years together, my parents divorced. The last thing I heard from my father Edward Gaines was that to remember what he said and he asked me to come back to him if my mother leave me. And so I promised secretly that I would. Mom was fun. She would let me embrace my destiny. After sometime, I finally got the nerves to seek a virtual internship with President Hebert Cokley. President Cokley was smart and funny and he did not mind getting good advice. I did not directly speak to the President but virtually. God bless the internet. And President Cokley wrote me a personal letter after several months of successful advisement. He thanked me for the advisement and helping the troops gain victories in the war. I remember to stay humble like Mom and Dad taught me and I thank him for giving me the opportunity. That's when President Cokley followed up months later and he met me along my way to the library as he wanted to meet me and he said Ben James Gaines you would make a perfect candidate for office. Have you ever thought about running? And I said but no one would let me in. And I don't know if I want to. And President Cokley said Nonsense. You are good enough now find a way. And that's when I started searching for an opening position in government. And I found one first an FBI Agent then a Congressional Budget Analyst then finally a local School Board Member, and I wrote a compelling essay and got in the Top Ten Percent of Candidates. The local Party Chair advised that I run for State Office. So I tried to find a party but none of them took me seriously. So I had to build a party. I forgot to tell you that I built a business before so what a PAC could not be that hard. It was. I thought about Senator but Senator Hart Redding was a hard choice, she was one of my heroines and she fought bravely in the Senate. I would not want to take a fighter out. So I ran for Governor and put up a hard fight, won at least 50,000 votes and three million votes up in the air. The State Elections said I qualified fro the Presidential Race. I was fired up and getting offers for debates in Georgia. I was getting autographs. I was getting a lot of attentions. I was a political star. It was close to the end of the campaign. Then my father came back and he said Ben you've done a lot. You are the man I thought you would be. I need you to take care of me. You see I got this illness. And I said Dad but I am just about to be President. And he said Remember family remember your responsibilities. And I said I will announce that I will drop out of the race and support the other candidate. And the candidate I chose won and invited me to the inaugural and I work in his Kitchen Cabinet becoming a Presidential Partner. And that is my story the story of the Unlikely Candidate.
By Distinguished Honorary Alumni Dr. Matthew Primous2 years ago in Confessions
Presidential Choice
That is it President Hardforth, we are tired of you. You changed Vice President twice and your policies. We have a right to choose. We have a right to determine the direction of our country. For far too long you have swayed the American public and undermined our unity. And we want you to resigned said the Leader of the Other Party. I brought the news to the President and President Hardforth consulted his close advisers. He was distraught and tired anyways. And he served almost two terms and he aged during the process. But he felt as young as any businessman in his prime. And he kept reading the newspaper that Hardforth should resigned and that he should be impeached. And he tried to swayed the public. He invested in the common good. President Hardforth wanted to be remember in a good way. And then months later the unthinkable, the Cabinet members were thinking about invoking the 25th Amendment. And so President Hardforth asked time away from the White House and he took some friends from the Cabinet such as The Secretary of State, The Secretary of Agriculture and The Secretary of Interior. And he went on a hunting trip and they discussed policies. And he ate with them while the Vice President Bradman calmed the public and ease Congress. And kept the country moving forward and held up the standard. After some days, he asked each one of them separately what they would do if they were the President. The Secretary of State said he would fight to stay in office and punish those who resist. And demand accountability. And President Hardforth listened as he fished too. And The Secretary of Interior said he would simply resigned because the country is an uproar and the economy will suffer from resistance and your legacy will be in tumoil. And the Secretary of Agriculture said Look President Gene Hardforth I know you are tired. You have served long and prestigously. You have made America better. You have lifted the standard. Unite the country once again. Please choose a fitting successor. VIce President Bradman cannot unite the country and he will falter. Chose anyone someone to help you bridge the gap between the country. And then President Hardforth decided to return to the White House. He gave a stirring speech to the Press forbading them and rebuking them for outlandish remarks and he defended his presidency. And he seemed determined to stay President of the United States. He recalled his memories and he recalled his disgraces. And he counted everything a success because his success made the country great and his failures taught him what is important. That America keeps moving forward. That America survives. That it's ideologies and symbolism carries on to future generations. Then he quoted from the Great Presidents one by one in detail and he called for Vice President James E. Bradman to resigned and that the Secretary of Agriculture John Goodmen take his place. And immediately Secretary of Agriculture John Goodmen took the podium and outline that the President is doing this to keep and preserve ties and to unite allies and to forge alliances. Our national interest is at risk and we must find a way to bridge the gap. Vice President James E. Bradman within days walked out and supporters rage. And President Hardforth called Vice President John Goodmen in the Oval Office. And the President watched the crowd roaring outside the White House gates. Vice President Goodmen was clever and witty and he had an answer to everyone of the President's questions. He even gathered up the Congressional Leaders and Party Leaders. And after the uproar cease, there was a calm reassurance. The President welcome in the Vice President Goodmen into the office smiling and when he heard the ease and the good news he threw his hands up while he sat at the Oval Desk and said Thank you God. Then puttting his hand on his neck and turning toward the window. Vice President Goodmen said we survived. Your legacy survived. You outdid the opponents and naysayers one last time. And the President said Yeah but I am tired I am weak I am worned and it is time for something new. And President Hardforth called on the Oval Office phone and said Ginger get me the press. And Vice President Goodmen was pleading not to get fired saying it is the best job he ever had. And the President told him to sit down and be quiet. So the press came through the Oval Office and the President spoke, I had enough. I had enough. All I am saying it is time for me to leave. And I leave my country my nation in the hands of the best diplomat I know. Vice President John H. Goodmen will be your next President of the United States effective immediately after he is sworn in. And the President did not answer the Press questions and had his guards excort them out. Vice President John Goodmen stood up and said Mr. President. And President Hardforth said It's all yours kid. Don't screw up and keep us united, stronger, and better. Let this tired diplomat rest.
By Distinguished Honorary Alumni Dr. Matthew Primous2 years ago in Fiction
Cousins & The Presidency
Having time off was fun and exciting but I missed the work. I missed doing good. I missed working hard. My parents told everybody and all my family were excited at the reunion. I tried to dress casual but Mom told me to wear a suit. Dad was cheerful and laughing. And my cousins were saying that they would vote for me. I already felt like a politician. And I had started planning my campaign at the same time planning Senator George Clinton's presidential win. It was tough but I had a lot of time to think since Mom and Dad urge me to find a platform and agenda. Dad wanted me to work hard with integrity. Mom wanted me to do my best and shows smart. I thought long and hard. And I remember Grandpa. I told Mom and Dad that I thought about Grandpa lately what he would do. Grandpa was a Lincoln fan and he would always say for the people, by the people and of the people. And Mom and Dad agreed to run like Grandpa. Just when I was getting into the campaigns. Mom invited Debra and I like Debra but I was just busy. Debra was trying to help. She was lovely and much of a distraction. She was a few years older. I just needed a companion, someone who would keep me in line and focus. So I brushed Debra off. Then days later Mom invited Pila. Pila was smart and in tune but she was not attractive and she liked me. She would give me ideas and she would be helpful. There was no romance. And I let her go. Then Dad and Mom had a talk with me. They explained that I was being to big headed. That I needed a good woman to settle down with. That they wanted me to choose before I go back to the Senator's office. So I worked remotely, I told my ideas to Senator Clinton for his campaign. And he said that they were fantastic. And he said that if I continue as his Chief of Staff he can guarantee me as the next appointed Senator to serve the rest of his term. And he asked me why haven't I been back at the office. I explained to him that my mother and father wanted me to find a wife. They did not want me to a Senator without a companion and family. It was a matter of honor in the Cable family. And so I asked him what made him choose Sarah Clinton? And he said she was lovely, my first love. She was smart and kind. She was just a good woman. Son don't choose a woman because she is a good tactic but choose a woman you can put up with who respect you and loves what you loves. You can play politicking but at the end of the day you will lose. Go with your heart. So I told him about Debra and Pila. And he just said you know what to do. You are smart. You know what your heart wants. And at the end of the conversation, I said Senator George you are my hero and I got to show you something that my father revealed after that dinner. It's important. But I gotta do what I gotta do. So I called up Pila and asked her to be my campaign manager and called Debra asking her to marry me. Pila said she would but she wanted a permanent position in the office. Debra said she is really grateful and said it is okay to marry quickly in front of family and that she would go wherever I go and stand besides me no matter what. After the quick Honeymoon, Debra and I went to Washington. And Senator Clinton met us at the airport saying he announced his candidacy and is facing backlash against his campaign. I said it's okay. We can win them over. We talk about policies and we talk about domestic responsiblities. I issued out statements about optimism and the American way. And begin pursuing bipartisans supporters and I advised Senator Clinton to be more outspoken and obsinate to show leadership in the Senate. Senator Clinton was a natural orator and he beated many debaters in the preliminary debates. And he was sure to be Vice President or President within months. Then he took me out to dinner and I brought my beautiful wife Debra. And We talk candidly and I finally showed him the picture. That is my great grandfather Senator George. And he said he look like me. Oh man Scott you should have told me. I knew we have a connection. I knew we were related. Forget it, I am making you Chair of my Campaign and I would give you a Cabinet position. I really was thinking you might be in good position to lead the Cabinet. I said as I stood up Yes Sir. And we shook hands and hug. And Senator Clinton said to my wife Miss are you pregnant. And Debra said Yes with twins. And I was shocked and Senator Clinton said I know because that's what my wife did for me. It was a close election and Senator Clinton became President Elect George R. Clinton and I was the President's Chief of Staff Scott Cable ready to serve.
By Distinguished Honorary Alumni Dr. Matthew Primous2 years ago in Confessions
Cousins
It all started with a letter to Senator George Clinton. Senator George Clinton was a famous politician and he did many good things in office. He restored the trust. He restored hope. And he restored faith in the union. He helped pass many legislations that better people lives. And I was glad to intern with him. He was a young Statesman and fine orator. He could speak just about anything. And he loved to talk about life and liberty. He was a law jurist or doctor of law was his degree. And he carried the Constitution everywhere he went. Working for him was a lot not only would it build up my resume but also it would give me quite the attention. Usually Steve would give the rebuttal or clarification of statements made by Senator Clinton but there was this one time that I was put on the spotlight. So I improvised and spoke freely and wisely about the statements of the Senator. And it grew national attention so much that I was promoted by Senator Clinton to Chief of Staff. And I was able to forge new legislation and work within the Chambers of Congress. Senator Clinton allowed me to work overtime and on major deals. And somehow we got them done not all of them but most of them. And Senator Clinton would invite me to 3am early breakfast. He even allowed me to call him George. And he would ask about my family, my upbringing and my education. And this happen often that the Senator really got to know me. And Senator Clinton and his wife Sarah Clinton met my family over dinner. And Senator Clinton was the center of the conversation and he talked candidly about his career and focus. And when Mom brought his favorite pie Pecan Delight to the table. He complimented the pie and said just like my mother. And as we were eating dessert. He asked my father about our family history stating that he has family around here that's why the area seems so familiar. My father Earl said that Scott our son does not know but our family has a lot of roots in America. We have a big family. We go back to the Mayflower. Some of our family served in the military, some as doctors and some as politicians. Senator Clinton grinned while his wife Sarah Clinton help my mother in the kitchen. And she asked my mother about how good I was and how well oriented I am. My mother Jill said Scott is a very fine boy and he listens and obey. And Mrs. Clinton said do you think he would make a good politician? My mother Jill said yeah he could be anything that's what his teacher said after at age 11 he read up to the college level. And Senator Clinton and his wife Sarah Clinton were just about ready to go. And on their way out they thanked my parents and me. And Senator Clinton said Scott I am thinking about running for president. And if I do I am talking to party's leaders to make you the next Senator. You are old enough and you've been with me for many years since you were way back in college. So Congratulations next Mr. Senator Scott Cable. And I rushed to shake his hand and his wife Sarah Clinton's hand saying It has been my honor, such a pleasure Sir and Madam while walking them out. And Mom and Dad looked and was so proud. I told them the jest of what I have been doing for Senator Clinton. And I stood up the whole night and fell asleep at dusk. Sleeping during the day as Senator Clinton gave me necessary time off to redirect and focus on my life. Mom told me that I would have to find a wife and Dad revealed that Senator Clinton could be my distant cousin showing me a photo of a relative that he looks like.
By Distinguished Honorary Alumni Dr. Matthew Primous2 years ago in Writers
