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RE: Why Black Americans Reject the Conservative Movement
Written by Eric L. Wattree Sr. (Columnist) 01 April 2011
Mr. Kuhner,My name is Eric L. Wattree. I'm Black, and I've been a independent voter all of my voting life. I was recently referred to an article that appeared in your publication, written by Tracey L. ... read more >>
Written by Eric L. Wattree Sr. (Columnist) 01 April 2011
Mr. Kuhner,My name is Eric L. Wattree. I'm Black, and I've been a independent voter all of my voting life. I was recently referred to an article that appeared in your publication, written by Tracey L. ... read more >>
I Remember YOU!!!!
Written by Alfonzo Tucker (Columnist) 01 April 2011
When my fears would cause me to become sleepy and my life I knew as dreary. I would turn to you. I forgot your influence because I never heard your voice, yet oddly I often felt your presence, which would ... read more >>
Written by Alfonzo Tucker (Columnist) 01 April 2011
When my fears would cause me to become sleepy and my life I knew as dreary. I would turn to you. I forgot your influence because I never heard your voice, yet oddly I often felt your presence, which would ... read more >>
Turning negativity into positivity
Written by Jeorald Pitts/Lil Tone 01 April 2011
What I mean by negativity is not only the negative situations we often find ourselves in. But, negative thinking as well. Most people see life as a series of problems than opportunities. Negativity is ... read more >>
Written by Jeorald Pitts/Lil Tone 01 April 2011
What I mean by negativity is not only the negative situations we often find ourselves in. But, negative thinking as well. Most people see life as a series of problems than opportunities. Negativity is ... read more >>
Viva La (Shopping) Différence!
Written by Cheryl Pearson-McNeil 01 April 2011
Who wears the (shopping) pants in your house? Ok, I know that was a really old school kind of question, but it got your attention, right? Unless you've lived under a rock, we all know that the definition ... read more >>
Written by Cheryl Pearson-McNeil 01 April 2011
Who wears the (shopping) pants in your house? Ok, I know that was a really old school kind of question, but it got your attention, right? Unless you've lived under a rock, we all know that the definition ... read more >>
Sustainers of the World:
Written by Dr. Maulana Karenga (Columnist) 31 March 2011
A Classical African Conception of WomanhoodAs we close out this month of celebration, commemoration and meditation in special and rightful hommage to African women and to women as a whole, it is important ... read more >>
Written by Dr. Maulana Karenga (Columnist) 31 March 2011
A Classical African Conception of WomanhoodAs we close out this month of celebration, commemoration and meditation in special and rightful hommage to African women and to women as a whole, it is important ... read more >>
The King of Pop & Perfume?
Written by Dr. Firpo W. Carr (Columnist) 31 March 2011
Liz Taylor transitionsLegendary actress Elizabeth Taylor, who was a very close friend of Michael Joseph Jackson, transitioned last week at age 79. "Gorgeous Liz Taylor last performed as an actress approximately ... read more >>
Written by Dr. Firpo W. Carr (Columnist) 31 March 2011
Liz Taylor transitionsLegendary actress Elizabeth Taylor, who was a very close friend of Michael Joseph Jackson, transitioned last week at age 79. "Gorgeous Liz Taylor last performed as an actress approximately ... read more >>
Injustices, from Memphis to Madison
Written by Rev. Jesse Jackson (Columnist) 31 March 2011
On Monday, April 4, the anniversary of Dr. Martin Luther King's assassination in Memphis, Tenn., workers across the country will honor Dr. King by standing in solidarity with the public employees under ... read more >>
Written by Rev. Jesse Jackson (Columnist) 31 March 2011
On Monday, April 4, the anniversary of Dr. Martin Luther King's assassination in Memphis, Tenn., workers across the country will honor Dr. King by standing in solidarity with the public employees under ... read more >>
American Sheep
Written by Darryl James (Columnist) 31 March 2011
Let's be honest.Most Americans are not thinking people.Many of the people who still think, barely do so, often allowing others to dictate their thoughts or to simply think for them.And because they do ... read more >>
Written by Darryl James (Columnist) 31 March 2011
Let's be honest.Most Americans are not thinking people.Many of the people who still think, barely do so, often allowing others to dictate their thoughts or to simply think for them.And because they do ... read more >>
COMPLACENCY FEEDS CONTINUING VIOLENCE
Written by Larry Aubry (Columnist) 31 March 2011
Violence respects neither race nor class but has become the horrific norm in certain Los Angeles neighborhoods. The Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD), statistics notwithstanding, violence has actually ... read more >>
Written by Larry Aubry (Columnist) 31 March 2011
Violence respects neither race nor class but has become the horrific norm in certain Los Angeles neighborhoods. The Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD), statistics notwithstanding, violence has actually ... read more >>
Go On Back to School!
Written by Brian W. Carter (Staff Writer) 25 March 2011
Wellington's RoadIn life, there are things that are too late to do over...it's too late to take back an embarrassing moment...it's too late to do high school over again...it's too late to take back some ... read more >>
Written by Brian W. Carter (Staff Writer) 25 March 2011
Wellington's RoadIn life, there are things that are too late to do over...it's too late to take back an embarrassing moment...it's too late to do high school over again...it's too late to take back some ... read more >>
Has the GOP Become a Threat to America?
Written by Eric L. Wattree Sr. (Columnist) 25 March 2011
The current leadership of the GOP is the most dangerous threat to America in the history of this country. Hyperbole? I wish it were. But the evidence clearly demonstrates that the GOP has mounted a concerted ... read more >>
Written by Eric L. Wattree Sr. (Columnist) 25 March 2011
The current leadership of the GOP is the most dangerous threat to America in the history of this country. Hyperbole? I wish it were. But the evidence clearly demonstrates that the GOP has mounted a concerted ... read more >>
Perpetually Persistent
Written by Jeorald Pitts/Lil Tone 25 March 2011
There is thin line between being a pest and being Persistence. And learning how to walk this line is imperative to obtaining success in any area of life weather it be relationships, financial, emotional, ... read more >>
Written by Jeorald Pitts/Lil Tone 25 March 2011
There is thin line between being a pest and being Persistence. And learning how to walk this line is imperative to obtaining success in any area of life weather it be relationships, financial, emotional, ... read more >>
Educating Our Children is a Community Affair
Written by Marguerite Poindexter LaMotte 25 March 2011
In what appears to have been a carefully orchestrated performance, the Board of Education voted last Tuesday, to give away seven of our schools (new and existing) to outside (private) charter agencies ... read more >>
Written by Marguerite Poindexter LaMotte 25 March 2011
In what appears to have been a carefully orchestrated performance, the Board of Education voted last Tuesday, to give away seven of our schools (new and existing) to outside (private) charter agencies ... read more >>
California's Budget: the Good, the Bad and the Ugly
Written by Holly J. Mitchell, California State Assembly 47th District 24 March 2011
I have been in Sacramento as a legislator less than four months. I ran for office because, as head of one of the state's largest child care service providers and as a single mother with a child in public ... read more >>
Written by Holly J. Mitchell, California State Assembly 47th District 24 March 2011
I have been in Sacramento as a legislator less than four months. I ran for office because, as head of one of the state's largest child care service providers and as a single mother with a child in public ... read more >>
Planning Plunder of Libya in Paris:
Written by Dr. Maulana Karenga (Columnist) 24 March 2011
Resurrecting Bismarck in BerlinIn spite of centuries of pretentious practice and specious claims and clamor about commitment to the rights, dignity and equality of men and women, White supremacy finds ... read more >>
Written by Dr. Maulana Karenga (Columnist) 24 March 2011
Resurrecting Bismarck in BerlinIn spite of centuries of pretentious practice and specious claims and clamor about commitment to the rights, dignity and equality of men and women, White supremacy finds ... read more >>
The Bridge: All The Way In Or All The Way Out, Part 2
Written by Darryl James (Columnist) 24 March 2011
There is nothing that says that Black people have to exist.The entire demographics of the nation can be changed. How many Native Americans are still around? Their numbers are fewer than our own, yet they ... read more >>
Written by Darryl James (Columnist) 24 March 2011
There is nothing that says that Black people have to exist.The entire demographics of the nation can be changed. How many Native Americans are still around? Their numbers are fewer than our own, yet they ... read more >>
Stale economic ideas fueling U.S. troubles
Written by Rev. Jesse Jackson (Columnist) 24 March 2011
Tsunami, earthquake and nuclear horror in Japan. Revolution throughout the Middle East. Grim austerity in much of Europe. America scarred by 25 million people in need of full-time work, and by pressure ... read more >>
Written by Rev. Jesse Jackson (Columnist) 24 March 2011
Tsunami, earthquake and nuclear horror in Japan. Revolution throughout the Middle East. Grim austerity in much of Europe. America scarred by 25 million people in need of full-time work, and by pressure ... read more >>
"A Bright, Shining Lie"
Written by Thandisizwe Chimurenga 24 March 2011
Recently, the Georgia-based Radiance Foundation brought its anti-abortion billboard campaign to Los Angeles. Launched during the weekend celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s birthday, the billboards ... read more >>
Written by Thandisizwe Chimurenga 24 March 2011
Recently, the Georgia-based Radiance Foundation brought its anti-abortion billboard campaign to Los Angeles. Launched during the weekend celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s birthday, the billboards ... read more >>
Michael & Tatiana
Written by Dr. Firpo W. Carr (Columnist) 24 March 2011
The untold story of love interrupted Global fans of the video The Way You Make Me Feel (1988) starring Michael Joseph Jackson and Tatiana Yvonne (then Thumbtzen) wish they could be here in Los Angeles ... read more >>
Written by Dr. Firpo W. Carr (Columnist) 24 March 2011
The untold story of love interrupted Global fans of the video The Way You Make Me Feel (1988) starring Michael Joseph Jackson and Tatiana Yvonne (then Thumbtzen) wish they could be here in Los Angeles ... read more >>
BLACKS AND RACIAL DISPARITY IN FOSTER CARE
Written by Larry Aubry (Columnist) 24 March 2011
In Los Angeles and across the nation, there are large disparities in foster care and Black children are faring far worse than all others. Former California Assembly Speaker Karen Bass considered foster ... read more >>
Written by Larry Aubry (Columnist) 24 March 2011
In Los Angeles and across the nation, there are large disparities in foster care and Black children are faring far worse than all others. Former California Assembly Speaker Karen Bass considered foster ... read more >>
The GOP Doesn't Want to Govern--They Want to Rule
Written by Eric L. Wattree Sr. (Columnist) 17 March 2011
Just in case anyone missed the title of this piece, allow me to repeat it. "The GOP doesn't want to govern--they want to rule," and anyone with an objective mind should be able to see that. But unfortunately, ... read more >>
Written by Eric L. Wattree Sr. (Columnist) 17 March 2011
Just in case anyone missed the title of this piece, allow me to repeat it. "The GOP doesn't want to govern--they want to rule," and anyone with an objective mind should be able to see that. But unfortunately, ... read more >>
Dance With Me
Written by Alfonzo Tucker (Columnist) 17 March 2011
She is gorgeous within sight and thought. Be confident, as your plight cannot be bought. Notice her smile; that is the invitation. Words are not necessary, submit to the expectation. Extend your right ... read more >>
Written by Alfonzo Tucker (Columnist) 17 March 2011
She is gorgeous within sight and thought. Be confident, as your plight cannot be bought. Notice her smile; that is the invitation. Words are not necessary, submit to the expectation. Extend your right ... read more >>
The fear of fear
Written by Jeorald Pitts 17 March 2011
Beneath the fear of success and failure is the fear of pain. The most motivating factor in human action is the desire to avoid pain, and do what promise us pleasure. Fear is the primary emotion that prevents ... read more >>
Written by Jeorald Pitts 17 March 2011
Beneath the fear of success and failure is the fear of pain. The most motivating factor in human action is the desire to avoid pain, and do what promise us pleasure. Fear is the primary emotion that prevents ... read more >>
Crossing the Bridge at Selma:
Written by Dr. Maulana Karenga (Columnist) 17 March 2011
Remembrance, Reflection and ResistanceIt was said in the 60s that Selma, Alabama was a most violent site and vivid symbol of southern injustice and savage oppression, but that it was also a decisive battleground ... read more >>
Written by Dr. Maulana Karenga (Columnist) 17 March 2011
Remembrance, Reflection and ResistanceIt was said in the 60s that Selma, Alabama was a most violent site and vivid symbol of southern injustice and savage oppression, but that it was also a decisive battleground ... read more >>
An Anniversary Worth Celebrating
Written by Karen Bass, U.S. Rep. for 33rd congressional district 17 March 2011
This week will mark one year since the Health Care Reform bill was enacted, making quality health care more accessible and affordable for all Americans. Before President Obama, before this legislation, ... read more >>
Written by Karen Bass, U.S. Rep. for 33rd congressional district 17 March 2011
This week will mark one year since the Health Care Reform bill was enacted, making quality health care more accessible and affordable for all Americans. Before President Obama, before this legislation, ... read more >>
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