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Mayor Bing: Fired Police Chief ‘Blind-Sided’ Him
I don’t know about you, but I feel that Mayor Dave Bing of Detroit should have asked for Warren Evans’ resignation after the killing of Aiyana Jones. The reasons are acceptable, but as a chief executive are we to believe … Continue reading
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Tagged A&E, Aiyana Jones, David Bing, Detroit, politics, The First 48, Warren Evans
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Willie Nelson: Shirley Sherrod, a Family Farmer’s Friend
With the swirling controversy surrounding “Sherrodgate” I think this post by Willie Nelson (actor, singer and President of Farm Aid) brings this issue full circle and the issue clear. I applaud Mr. Nelson for writing this! Willie Nelson: Shirley Sherrod, a Family Farmer’s Friend.
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Tagged farmers, politics, race, racism, Shirley Sherrod, USDA, Willie Nelson
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Do blacks feel betrayed by Obama’s silence on race?
Dr. Boyce Watkin’s commentary brings up an interesting point. Since his eloquent address as a candidate, President Obama has not exactly been as declarative on civil rights issues since taking the oath of office. I wonder is it because his … Continue reading
Keith Olbermann Begs Oprah: Please ‘Crush’ Racist ‘Schmuck’ Limbaugh
I am mentally and emotionally spent after writing my thoughts on the previous article about Rush Limbaugh. All I simply have to say about this one is: I applaud Keith Olbermann for standing up to Mr. Limbaugh again about his … Continue reading
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Tagged commentary, Keith Olbermann, Oprah, politics, racism, Rush Limbaugh
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Unemployment Extension Standoff, Day 36: Blaming The Unemployed
This is unconscionable. We voted for these people to represent all of us. This is how they do their jobs. Senators, as well as any member of Congress have jobs and can more than pay their own bills. Who are … Continue reading
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Tagged congress, economy, jobs, politics, recession, unemployment, unemployment benefits
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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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Feds To File Suit To Block Arizona Immigration Law
It is now official. The Justice Department will challenge the legality of SB 1070. This is going to be a long and bitter process on both sides. Feds To File Suit To Block Arizona Immigration Law : NPR.
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Tagged Arizona, civil rights, justice, politics, racism, SB 1070, social justice
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Mapping the Spread of SB 1070
This is the beginning of a malignancy spreading across America. Excellent article and updates from Seth Freed Wessler, Karina Hurtado, and the staff at Colorlines. Do we really want a land where certain people need to prove their right to … Continue reading
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Tagged Arizona, civil rights, justice, politics, racism, SB 1070, social justice
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Mr. President, If You Don’t Come Out Fighting, You’ll Not Only Lose Elections, But Respectfully, Also Your Soul
This is an AWESOME letter to President Obama by Russell Simmons. Thank you Huffington Post. Russell Simmons: Mr. President, If You Don’t Come Out Fighting, You’ll Not Only Lose Elections, But Respectfully, Also Your Soul.