Category Archives: politics
Gentrification: White where there was no White in Chocolate City.
Swirl or Twist. That’s what most ice cream, frozen custard, or frozen yogurt places call it when your vanilla and chocolate frozen goodness is twirled together in harmony. Yummy. That isn’t Gentrification. It displaces people and cultures. Fault should not … Continue reading
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So, Folks Have Issues with Jill Scott and Common at White House
Wow. Jill Scott and Common, two of the most mellow and artistic musical phenoms I know, are getting bashed by the right-wing (Palin and Drudge Report) for lyrics. I’m sure these pundits had no clue who they were before this … Continue reading
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The Set UP: If you think the GOP and Tea Party Wins Are Bad for Obama, Think Harder
I have 2 words for everyone who thinks that the GOP and Tea Party victories in the 2010 Election are bad for Obama. BILL CLINTON Everyone talks a big game. It’s when game times comes that we see who the … 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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Is it just me or does this “Do away with the 14th Amendment” jazz make you antsy?
On the news last night I noticed a lot of commentators and pundits were discussing the 14th amendment all willy nilly. Um…was anyone else uncomfortable with the dialogue. I don’t want to wake up tomorrow and hear that I’m not … Continue reading
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