Category Archives: change
LA Obama campaign worker Kaylon Johnson beaten, he says for wearing an Obama shirt
This is ridiculous. Please pass this story around and blog about it so this man can get justice (not Just Us, ya dig)!!! We send love out to this brother and hope for his speedy recovery. This is Kaylon Johnson. … Continue reading
Slaves in the White House
From a very interesting article in the International Herald Tribune… “…Slaves who worked inside and outside the White House were known for their labors. Washington planner Pierre L’Enfant rented slaves from nearby slaveowners to dig the foundation for the White … Continue reading
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Gentrification in DC: Can a sista find a decent beauty supply store?
I spent at least an hour yesterday trying to find a decent, open beauty supply store catering to African American women and their hair care needs in NW Washington DC. Couldn’t be found, People!! Now I know you’re saying, “Sista, … Continue reading
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Retired Black White House Butler Talks About His Experience, Obama
Eugene Allen, 89, a retired White House butler, tries on his old tuxedo for a photo. Allen, who served eight presidents during a period when America ‘s racial history was being rewritten, is marveling at the election of Barack Obama. … Continue reading
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