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City Helps Preserve Hip-Hop’s Humble Legacy in the Bronx
I grew up in Sedgwick Houses in the Bronx. 1520 Sedgwick was right down the hill from me. I am proud that this building is being saved and renovated to help working class people have affordable housing as well as … Continue reading
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Tagged arts, Clive Campbell, DJ Kool Herc, hip-hop, history, Morris Heights, music, New York, The Bronx
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What to buy and not to buy at Target
Interesting information. But no furniture from Target? They do have some nice styles, wow! 😦 things-you-should-and-shouldnt-buy-at-target: Personal Finance News from Yahoo! Finance.
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Tagged budget, business, consumer tips, money retailing, Target Corporation
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What to buy and not buy at Walmart
Here’s the lowdown on what to buy or not from Walmart. No surprises to me! what-to-buy-and-not-buy-at-walmart: Personal Finance News from Yahoo! Finance.
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Tagged budget, business, consumer tips, money, Retailing, Wal-Mart
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Marines Storm Ship Seized By Pirates
Breaking news!! This is a major and growing problem. We must engage other nations to discuss and resolve the issue of Somalian piracy. The lawlessness must end. Marines Storm Ship Seized By Pirates : The Two-Way : NPR.
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Tagged diplomacy, Gulf of Aden, Magellan Star, Maritime, military, NPR, piracy, Somalia, US Navy
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Educators: Black Boys Set Up to Fail
As a new school year begins, it is imperative that we are active in our children’s educational endeavors. We must be vigilant and vocal at school board meetings, PTA meetings, teachers, and our children. This must not be allowed to continue and … Continue reading
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Tagged african american, black, boys, children, education, Parent-Teacher Association, PTA, school
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Islamophobia Did Not Start at Ground Zero
Excellent commentary by Zaheer Ali. I understand about the freedoms we all enjoy in this nation, yet I am completely mystified how a so-called, “Man of God” can burn a version of the “Word of God?” We all pray to God, our pronounced … Continue reading
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Tagged Christianity, culture, discrimination, equality, Florida, Ground Zero, Islam, Islamophobia, Muslims, Qur'an, Torah, Zaheer Ali
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Coffee Addiction: How to Naturally Kick the Habit
I have a really good friend who is a definite coffee addict. She is really two different persons when coffee is in their body and when it is not. If you are like them, maybe you should consider quitting the Morning … Continue reading
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Tagged addiction, Beverage, coffee, Drink, food, health
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Voters to both parties in both houses: Drop Dead!
Not surprising at all. We all yield power to change our nation, so we all must vote this November. Voters to both parties in both houses: Drop Dead!.
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Tagged congress, Democratic, government, politics, republican, vote
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Racism Flourishes Online
Fantastic commentary by Denzel Codrington. The advancement of technology, social media platforms, and the internet sadly promulgate racist thoughts and allows people to share those thoughts with a global audience. My solution would be to counterbalance those vile thoughts with … Continue reading
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Tagged business, Denzel Codrington, internet, racism, social media, technology
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An enduring legacy of 9/11: Our hardened worldview
Excellent commentary from Nikki Stern. It needs to be read, especially in light of recent events. An enduring legacy of 9/11: Our hardened worldview – USATODAY.com.