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“The Help”: Is it just me or…
…are black people not feeling this movie trailer? I’ve witnessed a very conflicted reaction to the trailer of the new movie “The Help” recently, in a movie theater that was filled with black folk. Conflicted is the best way I … Continue reading
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What if Michelle Obama said half the stuff Christine O’Donnell said?
Can you imagine what would happen if Michelle Obama said that she studied witchcraft…But it’s ok…because she never actually joined a coven? Fox News would have a field day. Most evangelicals equate Wiccans with Satanists, but an admission like this … Continue reading
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Sex and the City 2: Black Don’t Crack
Black actresses need to thank God that “Black Don’t Crack”. Apparently HD brings out every little flaw. I saw “Sex and the City 2″ Thursday and I’m telling you, HD film is NOT forgiving! Not at all. All of the … Continue reading
O.J. Simpson, Rodman, RuPaul: Black History Role Models?
LA Times – In a letter addressed to parents and community members, a South Los Angeles elementary school principal apologized Thursday for “questionable decisions” about which prominent African Americans to highlight in a parade marking the culmination of Black History … Continue reading
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Surprised That I Love Fonzworth Bentley’s Fireside Chat
I’m so surprised that I really, really love Fonzworth Bentley’s Fireside Chat. This brother has “some sense” as my grandma would say. He is underestimated. He is also signed to Kanye West’s G.O.O.D. Music. His debut album, Cool Outrageous Lovers … Continue reading
Why I Don’t Like Today’s Article in the Washington Post Express on Mike Epps
I read the Washington Post Express a lot in the mornings. It’s got just the right mix of pithy entertainment and actual journalism. Well, today I was in for a real Post-Racial treat. I don’t know who you are, Roxana … Continue reading
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Is Gabourey Sidibe Attractive or Are People Being Nice?
Most people would never call a person ugly or fat to their face unless they wanted to hurt the other person’s feelings. Howard Stern is not one of those people. He’s make a living saying whatever he wants about whom … Continue reading →
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