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13 year-old Bronx girl who got accepted to UConn, gets bitter lesson as college rescinds offer
Hmmm….last week I was celebrating the achievement of Autum Ashante, now UConn rescinds her admission? I think that’s suspect. How many in UConn’s student body has a 149 IQ and can speak three challenging languages. The Soul Brother will still celebrate Autum because another university, … Continue reading
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Tagged Autum Ashante, Bronx, education, New York, Pelham Parkway, University of Connecticut
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Jeff Sessions: Saying Millionaires Should Share Pain Is ‘Rather Pathetic’
I believe there is an insult in there, directed to all of us non-millionaires. What’s so pathetic to ask those who have been blessed with material wealth to do more? While they are asking millionaires to do more, why don’t … Continue reading
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Tagged business, Business and Economy, democrats, economy, Jeff Sessions, middle class, millionaires, money, poor, Republicans, United States, wealth
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Africa’s Economy Rebounds Without Jobs
Even though the continent has experienced 5% growth this year. Africa like the other inhabited continents is experiencing a “jobless” recovery. The most glaring statement in the report, “The growth rates are still below the levels needed to make a … Continue reading
Commentary: Negative portrayals of black women on reality TV
Interesting commentary by Shaunie O’Neal. My view is that most of the portrayals of black women as well as men reinforce stereotypes, are one-dimensional, superficial, sensationalist, and are not attempting to portray anything different in fear of losing revenue & … Continue reading
U.S. Wars Leave 225,000 Dead, Cost $4.4 Trillion
After the extended holiday; this may help put in perspective the meaning of Memorial Day, Fourth of July, and Veteran’s Day. Thank you for your service. U.S. Wars Leave 225,000 Dead, Cost $4.4 Trillion: Study – Defense News.
Jamie Court: Facebook Money? Will the Feds Stop Facebook’s Power Play For Online Currency?
Beware Facebook is going to take over the world! Jamie Court: Facebook Money? Will the Feds Stop Facebook’s Power Play For Online Currency?.
Visits To Asthma Specialists Delayed For African-American Children
The double A-accessibility & affordability are some of the reasons why many African-American children as well as adults do not receive adequate medical care. Asthma is fatal if not treated. A rescue inhaler as well as many other treatments can save … Continue reading
Justice Is Served
Simply marvelous!! A small victory in a long war to reverse the mass incarceration disease permeating the American legal system. Justice Is Served » Blog of Rights: Official Blog of the American Civil Liberties Union.
Census: Fewer black children in biggest US cities
This is a really fascinating development in our community that the census have uncovered. News from The Associated Press.
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Tagged african american, black, census, Chicago, children, Los Angeles, migration, New Orleans, New York, U.S. Census Bureau
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