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The Runaway General

If you are curious about what the Rolling Stone article by Michael Hastings that led to the uproar resulting in Gen. McChrystal tendering his resignation and President Obama’s acceptance, here is the article. It was an interesting read, yet I … Continue reading

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‘People are calling for his head’

American politics in the 24 hour news-cycle has become like the weekly National Enquirer. It is composed of “professional” politicians who want to look good for the cameras and make provocative and  sensational statements. In this case, Joe Barton reached way too far. He wanted … Continue reading

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Desiree Rogers looking forward, not back

I am proud of Ms. Rogers. Women, particularly black women have difficulties professionally. It is important that the bumps are overcome and when encountering difficulty handle the situation with extreme grace and dignity. If you do not know who Desiree … Continue reading

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Steve King Accuses Obama Of Racism: President ‘Favors The Black Person’

Enough already!! Partisanship in Washington and the election of President Barack Obama has exacerbated so many that racism and prejudice is becoming clear in some Republican lawmakers. Steve King Accuses Obama Of Racism: President ‘Favors The Black Person’.

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Obama is black but he’d better not say so

George Davis hit it out of the park on this one. He effectively illustrates the paradox of race in America and how other countries do not understand how this “disease” infects America. Obama is black but he’d better not say … Continue reading

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Rev. Jesse Jackson: Congress Ignores Nation’s Job Crisis

The right to earn a living for yourself and your family should be a right. Unfortunately, it’s more of a privilege. Rev. Jackson’s commentary is all too real for millions of families. It is stirring, compelling, and informative. Rev. Jesse … Continue reading

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Has President Obama Made It Tougher for Other Black Candidates?

Fantastic article by Keli Goff. Extremely insightful in bringing a very interesting situation to light in American politics. Keli Goff: Has President Obama Made It Tougher for Other Black Candidates?.

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Why Freedom Should Trump Privacy Online

Fantastic article by Julia Baird for Newsweek. This article addresses the global issues of internet freedom and exposes the US audience to the fact that in many parts of the globe this “freedom” like many others does not exist. No … Continue reading

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A Victory for Native Americans?

Is America coming around to attempting to make amends to it indigenous peoples? We all know that Native Americans in many respects have been marginalized to such a degree that even now in 2010 they have some of the highest … Continue reading

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California’s possible solution to partisan politics

This is a very inspired solution for the state of California, to a widespread national problem in American politics today. Proposition 14 heads to the voters today with leaders of both major political parties against it, but the public is … Continue reading

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