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Obama’s black paradox and our own
Fascinating and insightful article by George Davis. Obama’s black paradox and our own | Race-Talk.
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Tagged african american, black, McChrystal, Obama, politics, race, racism
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Frederick Douglass Condemned Slaveholders On 4th Of July
Over this weekend amidst all the celebrations we have to remember our great contributions to this nation. Yesterday, today, and tomorrow we have reminded this nation of its greatness as we aspire to share more equitably in it. THROWBACK: Frederick … Continue reading
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BET founder announces factories in Haiti
Robert Johnson’s effort is laudable. Where are other American entrepreneurs investments in the country? BET founder announces factories in Haiti.
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Why the US owes Haiti billions – The briefest history
Today I want to dedicate some time on Haiti and the aftermath. In my commentary “Righting a Wrong” on 5/24/10, I outline some of the historical aspects and the United States’ moral responsibility to assist the rebuilding efforts in Haiti. … Continue reading
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The Recession Will Have Long-Term Effects on Black Kids
This information was not a surprise. As the saying goes, “When America sneezes, Black America has the flu.” However, the devastating impact to children was very surprising. Yes, they will live with the generational debt that the current and previous administration … Continue reading
The “End of Men” Isn’t the End of Racism
This is an interesting subject and a great commentary from Daisy Hernandez. Do you have any opinions on this? COLORLINES – The “End of Men” Isn’t the End of Racism.
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Tagged black, commentary, Daisy Hernandez, higher education, hispanic, jobs, men, race, racism, white, women
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When things unsaid, say a lot
Excellent article about education in America. When things unsaid, say a lot | Race-Talk.
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Tagged african american, black, education, Georgia, Monise Seward, race, racial equity
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Did Some Emancipated Blacks Actually Miss Slavery?
This is historical. This is stirring. This is a view that we were never told about nor were we taught. It stands to reason that there were some former slaves who shared this view. Fear of the future, fear of … Continue reading
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Tagged african american, Alabama, black, Clara Davis, slavery, Ta-Nehisi Coates, The Atlantic
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Book Excerpt: The Presumption of Guilt by Charles Ogletree
I’m normally not into reading book excerpts, they seem somehow like a bad midnight snack. I took a flier on this one because of the author-Charles Ogletree. His contentions are dead on and motivated me to drive to Borders and … Continue reading
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Tagged african american, black, Charles Ogletree, Henry Louis Gates, justice, Obama, race, race relations, racism
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Anger, Frustration on the Rise Amid Gulf Coast Oil Disaster
PORT SULPHUR, La. This Fourth of July weekend in New Orleans will be packed with nearly 300,000 people, as the National Education Association holds its annual convention. Folks from across the country will descend on the Crescent City for three days of … Continue reading →