Tag Archives: Shirley Sherrod

Support the NAACP

Posted on August 20, 2010 by The Soul Brother

This article was written by Shirley Sherrod and appears in The Afro. It is an eloquent piece about “Sherrodgate” and the NAACP. More importantly, she lays out in a very personal way why the NAACP is important for all Americans who … Continue reading →

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MSNBC’s Tamron Hall: Shirley Sherrod Scandal ‘A Kick in the Gut’ | Death and Taxes

Posted on August 5, 2010 by The Soul Brother

Thank you Tamron for being honest about this event. Thank you Andrew Belonsky for writing this article. MSNBC’s Tamron Hall: Shirley Sherrod Scandal ‘A Kick in the Gut’ | Death and Taxes.

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Fox News Has An African-American Problem

Posted on August 4, 2010 by The Soul Brother

Nice job by Karl Frisch pointing out Fox’s inconsistencies. Karl Frisch: Fox News Has An African-American Problem.

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Sherrod missteps reveal harsh political realities (via Friends of Justice)

Posted on August 4, 2010 by The Soul Brother

Thank you Alan for a insightful, revealing article. When the NAACP challenged the Tea Party movement to confront the overt racism within its ranks I was impressed.    A normally timid organization took a strong stand on a controversial issue.  The vote was … Continue reading →

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Does the NAACP Have a Leadership Problem?

Posted on August 2, 2010 by The Soul Brother

Lynette Holloway brings up some interesting points on both sides of th argument. Ben Jealous has in some respects has energized and embraced the youth movement, which to me is anyone below the age of 45. In some respects prior … Continue reading →

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Shirley Sherrod and My Attempt to Be Post-Racial

Posted on July 30, 2010 by The Soul Brother

In one word-EXCELLENT! Thank you Mary Curtis for writing this. Shirley Sherrod and My Attempt to Be Post-Racial.

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The Great American Racial Abyss

Posted on July 30, 2010 by The Soul Brother

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

Posted on July 29, 2010 by The Soul Brother

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

Posted on July 29, 2010 by The Soul Brother

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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How Shirley Sherrod Could Save America

Posted on July 28, 2010 by The Soul Brother

As “Sherrodgate” begin to slowly move into the rear view mirror, David Swerdlick from “The Root” has written this wonderful article. I would not say I agree entirely with all of his contentions in the article, but overall David hits … Continue reading →

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