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Artur Davis says he won’t run for office again after loss in Alabama governor’s race
The lack to effectively communicate to the electorate especially to African-Americans, possibly a sense of pretentiousness on his part, and his vote against President Obama’s health care plan all conspired against Artur Davis’ bid to become Alabama’s first African-American governor. … Continue reading
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Tagged african american, Alabama, Artur Davis, health, Obama, politics
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Wave Power Could Reduce Dependency on Oil
With the ongoing environmental disaster in the Gulf of Mexico. I think this article has even more relevance. Let’s permanently fire BP, Exxon, and all the other oil companies! Wave Power Could Reduce Dependency on Oil – US News and … Continue reading
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Tagged Alabama, alternative power, BP, change, energy, environment, Exxon, Florida, Gulf of Mexico, legislation, Louisiana, politics, renewable, Texas, wind
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Social justice for Latino immigrants is social justice for everyone
I am wholeheartedly against Arizona’s SB 1070. The issue of illegal immigration has been a stewing pot way before President Barack Obama became the head chef. What I find interesting is that the term “illegal immigrant” did not exist until 1918. … Continue reading
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Tagged Arizona, Jim Crow, justice, latino, Obama, politics, race
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Why Libertarians and Rand Paul are wrong about The Civil Rights Act
This is a well written and eloquent article on Libertarians and Rand Paul’s position on race relations. This article validates the vigilance we all must have about the repealing of any civil rights legislation. Why Libertarians and Rand Paul are … Continue reading
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Tagged african american, black, civil rights, government, legislation, libertarian, politics, race, Rand Paul
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Rand Paul and the Souls of Some White Folks
This is a refreshing and eloquent article that really brings it home why all of us must become politically astute and understand who, what, and why we vote. Yes, vote we have to yield the power that is guaranteed to us. … Continue reading
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Tagged african american, black, politics, race, race relations, Rand Paul, segregation Jim Crow, vote, white
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Glenn Beck hits new low with Malia Obama attack
Great commentary on the Glenn Beck incident. I respect Dr. Watkins view-points on a lot of issues affecting our community immensely. Glenn Beck hits new low with Malia Obama attack.
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Tagged black, Boyce Watkins, Glen Beck, Obama, politics, race
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7 Words
This is George Carlin’s routine, 7 words you can’t say on television. At the time he performed this routine the words were prohibited on radio and television. The words were bleeped out. This routine led to a Supreme Court decision … Continue reading
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Tagged censorship, comedy, funny, George Carlin, politics, stand-up, words
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Destruction of more than communities
Unfortunately, incarceration is one area that minorities excel at. As I responded to Jonalin on another post last week the cause is desperation and hopelessness. Until we can equitably share in the wealth of this country in the forms of … Continue reading
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Tagged african american, black, change, drugs, incarceration, justice, latinos, Obama, policy, politics
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The GOP borders on ‘sedition’
This article appeared in the Grio yesterday. Governor Patrick hit the nail right on the head about legislating in Washington so far during the Obama administration. Mass Gov. Patrick: GOP borders on ‘sedition’ BOSTON (AP) — Massachusetts Gov. Deval Patrick … Continue reading
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Tagged congress, democrats, Deval Patrick, legislation, Obama, politics, republican, Washington
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