Category Archives: News from the Soul Brother

Louisiana Governor Bobby Jindal Compares Women to Criminals

Posted on July 8, 2011 by The Soul Brother

All persons in the public eye absolutely must think before they speak, especially government officials. You would think there are people on their staffs whose responsibility includes prepping these folks in making public statements. Unpreparedness, off the cuff and/or imprecise statements … Continue reading →

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Five myths about the debt ceiling

Posted on July 8, 2011 by The Soul Brother

Excellent primer on the debt ceiling issue that will gain steam in the news as we approach August 2. Five myths about the debt ceiling – The Washington Post.

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Congressional Black Caucus Members Criticize Obama On Unemployment

Posted on July 8, 2011 by The Soul Brother

IT’S JOBS DUDE!!! Jobs or the lack of them is the #1 concern of many Americans, especially in light of the fact that only 18,000 jobs were created in June. Unemployment rose to 9.2 percent nationally. Black unemployment is roughly at … Continue reading →

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Eminem Breaks Digital Sales Record

Posted on July 7, 2011 by The Soul Brother

Congratulations Eminem! As long as digital music has been around its amazing no one has sold a million units before. Eminem Breaks Digital Sales Record | The Urban Daily.

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Andre 3000 may be set to play guitar legend Jimi Hendrix in ‘indie feature’: Hayley Atwell

Posted on July 7, 2011 by The Soul Brother

Actually if it does happen it would not be a bad choice in casting Andre 3000. Andre 3000 may be set to play guitar legend Jimi Hendrix in ‘indie feature’: Hayley Atwell.

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Verizon’s new pricing plan is a godsend for Sprint

Posted on July 7, 2011 by The Soul Brother

Maybe Verizon’s 4G deployment was impacting the bottom line a little too hard? Or, maybe Verizon is just be greedy? A rare win Sprint. Verizon’s new pricing plan is a godsend for Sprint | Wireless – CNET News.

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The Apps That Eat Your Wireless Data

Posted on July 7, 2011 by The Soul Brother

If you have a tiered data plan for cellular phone, this is some great information! The Apps That Eat Your Wireless Data | Wireless Week.

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Jobless ’99ers’ have fallen though the safety net

Posted on July 7, 2011 by The Soul Brother

It is beyond brutal physically, mentally, and financially to be unemployed. The person who completed over 1200 applications deserve a break, she has more than earned an opportunity to work. The United States must address its debt situation but, to … Continue reading →

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Are Immigrants Flooding the Military for U.S. Citizenship?

Posted on July 7, 2011 by The Soul Brother

Interesting aspect of the immigration issue. A path to citizenship for undocumented immigrants to the United States is a subject that needs to be resolved sooner rather than later. Are Immigrants Flooding the Military for U.S. Citizenship? – COLORLINES.

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Denver Now Has More Marijuana Dispensaries Than It Does Starbucks

Posted on July 7, 2011 by The Soul Brother

The dispensaries pay the applicable taxes into the state’s coffers. Those monies are then used by the state to help balance the budget. Will all dispensaries be profitable? No, they will not. The use of medical marijuana is anecdotal but … Continue reading →

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