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How corrupt is New York? Very

Posted on April 4, 2013 by The Soul Brother

By Greg David New York is more corrupt than other states, U.S. Attorney Preet Bharara said Tuesday, in announcing the arrest of state Sen. Malcolm Smith and others in the latest bribery scandal to rock the Empire State. He didn’t say how … Continue reading →

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One week after attending inaugural, teen fatally shot

Posted on January 30, 2013 by The Soul Brother

Gun proliferation and violence must end in America. As former congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords said today in the congressional hearing on gun violence: “…I must say something important. Violence is a big problem. Too many children are  dying. Too many children.”  I … Continue reading →

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Top 10 Reasons Why Communities of Color Should Care About Stricter Gun-Violence Prevention Laws

Posted on January 29, 2013 by The Soul Brother

Excellent article from the folks at Race-Talk via the Center for American Progress. The points made need to be addressed in any legislation addressing gun violence. Race-Talk | A Kirwan Institute Project.

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Chase unit takes stake in Ebony publisher

Posted on July 7, 2011 by The Soul Brother

This is potentially fantastic news-as long as JP Morgan Chase’s Special Investments Group does not attempt to yield editorial influence on its investment. The investment JP Morgan Chase has made will allow Johnson Publishing to execute its plan to expand their brands and recapture … Continue reading →

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Census: Fewer black children in biggest US cities

Posted on June 30, 2011 by The Soul Brother

This is a really fascinating development in our community that the census have uncovered. News from The Associated Press.

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Snoop Brings Youth Football League to Chicago

Posted on July 26, 2010 by The Soul Brother

This is a positive development for the children of Chicago. Hopefully, this will help to stem the tide of child violence in the city. Snoop Dogg’s youth football league has helped hundreds of children by instilling discipline, respect, and achievement … Continue reading →

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Darth Bron

Posted on July 9, 2010 by The Soul Brother

Last night while watching the spectacle of “The Decision” on ESPN and seeing LeBron James announce his decision to play in South Beach for the Miami Heat, I heard the theme to Star Wars playing in my head.  I could not … Continue reading →

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Ex-Chicago cop convicted of lying about torture

Posted on June 29, 2010 by The Soul Brother

Wow! This isn’t the 19th century. The day of wild, west justice is over.  This is surprising and disturbing to read about. Everyone has basic human rights, the job of the police is to honor those as well as the law. … Continue reading →

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Son of 80-year-old who shot burglar: ‘He protected his family’

Posted on May 26, 2010 by The Soul Brother

The elderly gentleman was well within his right to fire away on the burglar. He was trespassing on private property with intent to do harm. Damn right he was protecting his family. Son of 80-year-old who shot burglar: ‘He protected … Continue reading →

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