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The Great American Racial Abyss

Good commentary from the folks at Afro. Brief and to the point. The Great American Racial Abyss | The Afro-American Newspapers | Your Community. Your History. Your News..

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Shirley Sherrod to Sue Andrew Breitbart

I wish Shirley Sherrod all the best in her lawsuit. To me it is a clear case of defamation Shirley Sherrod to Sue Andrew Breitbart.

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Our NAACP Problem

Interesting commentary from R. L’Heureux Lewis. I would agree that the NAACP needs grass root support and while it is not perfect it does advocate against discrimination and inequality for all. Our NAACP Problem | The Atlanta Post.

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Can we talk?

The need for discussion has built up ever since January 2009. The avoidance of the discussion has caused heated personal attacks, rushes to judgment, and misinformation flinging about recklessly and without regard. The issue of Race in America is a … Continue reading

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No More Apologies – It’s Time to Stand Up for Our Convictions

Howard Dean vented and vented with a purpose. He is more than right in this commentary. Republicans have rallied around the word “No!” and are anti-Obama legislation in almost all respects. In fact, in the Kansas Senatorial campaign Jerry Moran proudly exclaims … Continue reading

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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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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

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The Return of Jim Crow for Illegal Immigrants in Nebraska

This is exactly the type of laws that Arizona’s SB 1070 has spawned in other parts of the country. This is a prime example of why every person of color in the United States should be against SB 1070. Isn’t … Continue reading

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Earth to Rush Limbaugh: Barack Obama is no Black Panther

Thank You Dr. Watkins! Excellent article. If you have read the posts earlier today on the site, Rush Limbaugh again spewed divisive propaganda on the radio. I voiced my displeasure and inaccuracy of his statement and in this article Dr. … Continue reading

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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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