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UNITING TO IMPROVE BLACK STUDENTS' EDUCATION
Written by Larry Aubry (Columnist) 05 May 2011
The Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) fails to properly educate Black students. They are the school district's lowest achievers, but have never received respect, attention or resources commensurate ... read more >>
Written by Larry Aubry (Columnist) 05 May 2011
The Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) fails to properly educate Black students. They are the school district's lowest achievers, but have never received respect, attention or resources commensurate ... read more >>
The Democratic Party is Either Asleep at the Switch, Intimidated...
Written by Eric L. Wattree Sr. (Columnist) 28 April 2011
or in Collusion with the Domestic Enemies of America Franklin Delano Roosevelt established the Democratic Party as the party of the people. Its primary mandate became protecting the average American from ... read more >>
Written by Eric L. Wattree Sr. (Columnist) 28 April 2011
or in Collusion with the Domestic Enemies of America Franklin Delano Roosevelt established the Democratic Party as the party of the people. Its primary mandate became protecting the average American from ... read more >>
Medicare Plans Must Re-Classify Gout Medication
Written by Loretta Jones 28 April 2011
Whenever a group of seniors gathers together, the conversation inevitably turns to health issues as they begin comparing medical conditions and giving reports on their various maladies. This is often jokingly ... read more >>
Written by Loretta Jones 28 April 2011
Whenever a group of seniors gathers together, the conversation inevitably turns to health issues as they begin comparing medical conditions and giving reports on their various maladies. This is often jokingly ... read more >>
Take The Weight, Part 2--The Burden of Freedom
Written by Darryl James (Columnist) 28 April 2011
Last week, I mused about the actual destruction being done by feminism in today's arena.The question must be asked: "How could a woman's movement work within any race when it must move ahead without its ... read more >>
Written by Darryl James (Columnist) 28 April 2011
Last week, I mused about the actual destruction being done by feminism in today's arena.The question must be asked: "How could a woman's movement work within any race when it must move ahead without its ... read more >>
Time for an uprising in Benton Harbor
Written by Rev. Jesse Jackson (Columnist) 28 April 2011
Benton Harbor, Mich., is a town of nearly 11,000 people, about 90 percent of whom are African American. It is a catalogue of the misery of the industrial Midwest. It was the headquarters and manufacturing ... read more >>
Written by Rev. Jesse Jackson (Columnist) 28 April 2011
Benton Harbor, Mich., is a town of nearly 11,000 people, about 90 percent of whom are African American. It is a catalogue of the misery of the industrial Midwest. It was the headquarters and manufacturing ... read more >>
Love is a Verb
Written by Jeorald Pitts/Lil Tone 28 April 2011
I don't claim to have all the ingredients of loves emotional cocktail, because there is no doubt the cocktails differs from person to person. But some mix of oxytocm and endorphins are clearly pivotal ... read more >>
Written by Jeorald Pitts/Lil Tone 28 April 2011
I don't claim to have all the ingredients of loves emotional cocktail, because there is no doubt the cocktails differs from person to person. But some mix of oxytocm and endorphins are clearly pivotal ... read more >>
The Cult of Michael Jackson
Written by Dr. Firpo W. Carr (Columnist) 28 April 2011
When admiration becomes adulationYou will not find any performer in the history of entertainment that loved his or her fans more than Michael Joseph Jackson loved his. But what if he was worshipped in ... read more >>
Written by Dr. Firpo W. Carr (Columnist) 28 April 2011
When admiration becomes adulationYou will not find any performer in the history of entertainment that loved his or her fans more than Michael Joseph Jackson loved his. But what if he was worshipped in ... read more >>
LA SCHOOL BOARD'S WESTCHESTER HIGH DECISION WRONG
Written by Larry Aubry (Columnist) 28 April 2011
The Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) Board of Education's decision to convert Westchester High School to a "full magnet" discriminates against both parents and students. As with public school ... read more >>
Written by Larry Aubry (Columnist) 28 April 2011
The Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) Board of Education's decision to convert Westchester High School to a "full magnet" discriminates against both parents and students. As with public school ... read more >>
I Am Here
Written by Alfonzo Tucker (Columnist) 28 April 2011
You hear my voice yet where are my words. I reach out to you yet you do not accept my purge. Where is the man that confidence helped command? My conscious mind knows the lies in which reality stands. I ... read more >>
Written by Alfonzo Tucker (Columnist) 28 April 2011
You hear my voice yet where are my words. I reach out to you yet you do not accept my purge. Where is the man that confidence helped command? My conscious mind knows the lies in which reality stands. I ... read more >>
In The Unknown Zone (Learning To Trust God)
Written by Brian W. Carter (Staff Writer) 28 April 2011
Wellington's RoadYou ever reach a point in your life where you're just, 'What the hell do I want out of my life?' Yeah, well, I hit that point recently and it wasn't enjoyable at all. I found myself in ... read more >>
Written by Brian W. Carter (Staff Writer) 28 April 2011
Wellington's RoadYou ever reach a point in your life where you're just, 'What the hell do I want out of my life?' Yeah, well, I hit that point recently and it wasn't enjoyable at all. I found myself in ... read more >>
Marriage is so 20th Century!
Written by Cheryl Pearson-McNeil 28 April 2011
Cheryl Pearson-McNeilI know I'm a lucky girl because I love my job (not everyone does you know). It gives me the privilege of keeping my finger on the pulse of consumer trends and purchasing behavior as ... read more >>
Written by Cheryl Pearson-McNeil 28 April 2011
Cheryl Pearson-McNeilI know I'm a lucky girl because I love my job (not everyone does you know). It gives me the privilege of keeping my finger on the pulse of consumer trends and purchasing behavior as ... read more >>
President Obama, Cornel West, and Poverty Pimps
Written by Eric L. Wattree Sr. (Columnist) 21 April 2011
Many critics are pointing their finger at President Obama for failing to address various issues in the Black community, but that's not his job. The Black community is going to have to stop sitting around ... read more >>
Written by Eric L. Wattree Sr. (Columnist) 21 April 2011
Many critics are pointing their finger at President Obama for failing to address various issues in the Black community, but that's not his job. The Black community is going to have to stop sitting around ... read more >>
Poise
Written by Alfonzo Tucker (Columnist) 21 April 2011
I want to succeed yet I am afraid to fail. If I do not try, then my tears become a veil. I cannot set and wait for triumph to find me. By lingering I allow luck to be my destiny. Apprehension is for the ... read more >>
Written by Alfonzo Tucker (Columnist) 21 April 2011
I want to succeed yet I am afraid to fail. If I do not try, then my tears become a veil. I cannot set and wait for triumph to find me. By lingering I allow luck to be my destiny. Apprehension is for the ... read more >>
Changing the way we view Change
Written by Jeorald Pitts/Lil Tone 21 April 2011
The only thing in the world that never changes is change. Change is the only constant. Many people find it hard to subscribe to the Philosophy of the need for moment-to-moment course correction in life. ... read more >>
Written by Jeorald Pitts/Lil Tone 21 April 2011
The only thing in the world that never changes is change. Change is the only constant. Many people find it hard to subscribe to the Philosophy of the need for moment-to-moment course correction in life. ... read more >>
Reinventing Malcolm with Marable:
Written by Dr. Maulana Karenga (Columnist) 21 April 2011
Pursuing Pathology by Another NameEvery work reflects, consciously or unconsciously, a philosophical framework within which it is rooted, conceived and carried out, no matter what claims are made about ... read more >>
Written by Dr. Maulana Karenga (Columnist) 21 April 2011
Pursuing Pathology by Another NameEvery work reflects, consciously or unconsciously, a philosophical framework within which it is rooted, conceived and carried out, no matter what claims are made about ... read more >>
Who's Gonna Take The Weight? (Part 1)
Written by Darryl James (Columnist) 21 April 2011
Participate in any discussion on relationships and you are likely to see a few things consistently.First, you'll see more women than men participating.Second, you'll see people passing stereotypes around, ... read more >>
Written by Darryl James (Columnist) 21 April 2011
Participate in any discussion on relationships and you are likely to see a few things consistently.First, you'll see more women than men participating.Second, you'll see people passing stereotypes around, ... read more >>
Trump wins support spreading ignorance
Written by Rev. Jesse Jackson (Columnist) 21 April 2011
Donald Trump has risen to the top of the Republican presidential candidate ratings while campaigning on the nutty charge that President Obama isn't American, that he is not legally qualified to be president.The ... read more >>
Written by Rev. Jesse Jackson (Columnist) 21 April 2011
Donald Trump has risen to the top of the Republican presidential candidate ratings while campaigning on the nutty charge that President Obama isn't American, that he is not legally qualified to be president.The ... read more >>
The Jackson Jinx
Written by Dr. Firpo W. Carr (Columnist) 21 April 2011
When coreligionists criticizeWhen Michael Joseph Jackson was one of Jehovah's Witnesses he received severe criticism from some fellow Witnesses. Sadly, such unwarranted disparagement hurt him deeply. (Compare ... read more >>
Written by Dr. Firpo W. Carr (Columnist) 21 April 2011
When coreligionists criticizeWhen Michael Joseph Jackson was one of Jehovah's Witnesses he received severe criticism from some fellow Witnesses. Sadly, such unwarranted disparagement hurt him deeply. (Compare ... read more >>
Black Leaders Should Focus Less on Racist Republicans and More on Racist Democrats
Written by Jasmyne A. Cannick (Columnist) 21 April 2011
I really don't care whether or not Marilyn Davenport resigns from the Orange County Central Committee for emailing a picture of President Barack Obama's face on the body of a baby chimpanzee. I'm not a ... read more >>
Written by Jasmyne A. Cannick (Columnist) 21 April 2011
I really don't care whether or not Marilyn Davenport resigns from the Orange County Central Committee for emailing a picture of President Barack Obama's face on the body of a baby chimpanzee. I'm not a ... read more >>
OBAMA'S TWISTING BLURS HIS PRIORITIES
Written by Larry Aubry (Columnist) 21 April 2011
I support President Obama because he is unquestionably a positive alternative to George W. Bush. That said, however, like many others, Blacks especially, I am very concerned about his propensity for accommodation ... read more >>
Written by Larry Aubry (Columnist) 21 April 2011
I support President Obama because he is unquestionably a positive alternative to George W. Bush. That said, however, like many others, Blacks especially, I am very concerned about his propensity for accommodation ... read more >>
Wangari Maathi and Serudj Ta:
Written by Dr. Maulana Karenga (Columnist) 14 April 2011
Facing Mt. Kenya, Repairing the WorldThis month during which we celebrate Earth Day and the birthday of one of earth's most honored, capable and committed advocates, the Nobel Peace Prize Laureate, author ... read more >>
Written by Dr. Maulana Karenga (Columnist) 14 April 2011
Facing Mt. Kenya, Repairing the WorldThis month during which we celebrate Earth Day and the birthday of one of earth's most honored, capable and committed advocates, the Nobel Peace Prize Laureate, author ... read more >>
Finding The Light
Written by Darryl James (Columnist) 14 April 2011
Sometimes, when humans are subjected to intense pain, their defense mechanisms force them to shut down. And during the shutdown time, there can be darkness.As an adult, I found the healing required for ... read more >>
Written by Darryl James (Columnist) 14 April 2011
Sometimes, when humans are subjected to intense pain, their defense mechanisms force them to shut down. And during the shutdown time, there can be darkness.As an adult, I found the healing required for ... read more >>
Well after Civil War, color line still divides
Written by Rev. Jesse Jackson (Columnist) 14 April 2011
One hundred and fifty years ago today, the Civil War began, the savage struggle over whether America would be a land of freedom or of slavery. Americans suffered more loss of life than in World War I and ... read more >>
Written by Rev. Jesse Jackson (Columnist) 14 April 2011
One hundred and fifty years ago today, the Civil War began, the savage struggle over whether America would be a land of freedom or of slavery. Americans suffered more loss of life than in World War I and ... read more >>
Making Child Abuse Prevention a Priority
Written by Assemblymember Isadore Hall, III 14 April 2011
While random acts of violent crime are a major problem in this country, there are millions of young people in America who face an even more devastating reality. They are not victimized on the street or ... read more >>
Written by Assemblymember Isadore Hall, III 14 April 2011
While random acts of violent crime are a major problem in this country, there are millions of young people in America who face an even more devastating reality. They are not victimized on the street or ... read more >>
Jackson on Jesus
Written by Dr. Firpo W. Carr (Columnist) 14 April 2011
The Last Supper: A CelebrationMichael Joseph Jackson considered the commemoration of the Last Supper as the most important holiday ever. Here's how it all went down:Jesus Prepares for the Passover: "On ... read more >>
Written by Dr. Firpo W. Carr (Columnist) 14 April 2011
The Last Supper: A CelebrationMichael Joseph Jackson considered the commemoration of the Last Supper as the most important holiday ever. Here's how it all went down:Jesus Prepares for the Passover: "On ... read more >>
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