You cannot make this stuff up.

If it is not one thing, it's another. The documented self hatred by some African-Americans should not be a surprise. Yet, when the world has just experienced something as monumental as Barack Obama being elected to be the 44th president, why are there still some haters. No doubt if I were to name the players, the response would not be shocking. It just goes to show that the "crap in the barrel" mentality is alive and well in the African-American community...or are they really living in the community?


http://www.newsday.com/news/opinion/ny-oppay085956814dec08,0,6660466.column


http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2008/08/16/obama-i-would-not-have-no_n_119366.html

What was she thinking?

In this era of "No Child Left Behind" I applaud any teacher who goes above and beyond the call of duty to enhance the learning of a student. Everyone learns in different ways. For some, visual stimulation is the fastest way for a child to pick up on what they are being taught. Yet, can a teacher cross the line? I was absolutely stunned when I heard that a white female teacher tied up two black female students. It was an attempt to teach fellow students about what slaves probably went through when they were taken from their homes in Africa, and sold into slavery in America. I can understand what she was trying to do, but there must have been a better way. What I can say is that one of the students, who was tied up, expressed that she has been traumatized by the experience, and has reservations about returning to her class. Would you have trepidations?

http://www.nydailynews.com/ny_local/2008/12/05/2008-12-05_new_york_teacher_binds_black_students_du.html


"Forgetting history is tantamount to depriving your ancestors of their struggles." Dr. BLR

Wake up people!!!!

There can be no more questions about how far America has come. There is now an African-American in the White House. What will we expect of him? Will he be the people's president or the champion of the poor? President Elect Obama has a difficult task ahead of him in terms of where does his allegiance place him. Is it going to be one foot in the hood and one foot in the burbs? Will he give the wink and the nod to say that he's got this? Or will he turn his back on the 95% that voted for him and champion the cause of Mr. Capitalism? Giving him the benefit of the doubt, I believe that everything will be done from the middle so no one can complain. My wish is that he brings the soldiers home and stop the war nonsense.

Uncle Clarence "Tom" Thomas

Here we go again. Why can't this guy just sit on the bench and wait for everyone else to tell him what to say. I truly believe that Judge Thomas needs a good therapist. He has not been able to deal with his Post Traumatic Slave Syndrome. I guess he is not happy with what he sees when he looks in the mirror. This is not about conservatism or liberalism. This is more about self hatred. I love it when those that get theirs believe that they got it "all" by working hard. In a perfect world merit means something, but this is America, so wake up.


http://skepticalbrotha.wordpress.com/2007/03/08/clarence-thomas-white-supremacist-in-blackface/


http://www.posttraumaticslavesyndrome.com/drleary.html

Here we go again

It should be no surprise that Detroit's Mayor, Kwame Kilpatrick would eventually step down because of the ongoing scandal. When does the African-American community get tired of these politicians letting them down...it is rhetorical. It seems that sex and money are the two items that bring down administrations. Unfortunately, many African-Amercian politicians cannot rebound as well as their counterparts. Well, that is just too bad. Are African-Amercian politicans held to a higher standard...yes. However, they know that going in. If they could not control the power that was given to them by their constituents then they should not have sought office. In addition, given the circumstances surrounding the allegations against him, was she really worth it? As for Mayor Kilpatrick, I guess the luck of the Irish does not apply.

Democrat , Republican or just plain ignorance.

The debate about who is a Democrat or Republican is getting very tired. It is even more tiring when people of color are debating. The real issues regarding this presidential race centers around class. The burgeoning middle class will be hit hard regarding the expenditures on the war and the gas crisis. To hear African-Americans espouse their allegiance to the Republican party reminds me of passages in Uncle Tom's Cabin. I will let you read the book, but if you want to see what true ignorance looks like, click on the link. It is a shame.


http://www.huffingtonpost.com/arianna-huffington/rnc-video-diary-black-rep_b_123477.html

Obama or bust

In the coming weeks, we will observe Barack Obama debate John McCain for the presidency of the United States. The difference in their ages is very noticeable and so is the level of confidence. Obama is very well scripted and is marginal when giving an impromptu interview. Conversely, McCain is struggling on both ends. Their choices of vice president has made this entire presidential campaign more interesting to those of us who could care less. The fact that Obama's choice, Joe Biden, is a savvy politician bodes well for him should anything happen to Obama. On the other hand, McCain's choice, Sarah Palin, is still up for discussion. Not much is known about her and her recent problems in Alaska will give the media more fodder. Palin must be properly vetted by the news media before a decision can be made about her abilities. Regardless, America is witnessing a monumental occasion. The fact that either an African-American male or a female will be in the oval office should make the news headlines for years to come.

http://news.aol.com/elections/article/obama-ad-avoids-criticizing-palin/154303?icid=100214839x1208659326x1200492614

Telling the truth or selling out

It often amazes me when I see black or Hispanic individuals speaking out against those they represent. I know that we all do not think alike, however, don't we have the same concerns? The stories of the "house Negro" and the "white acting Latino" are abound. Yet, I cannot understand why some from "minority" groups speak so negatively about those that look like them. What do those individuals gain from their disdain? Could it be frustration that others are not doing as well as them? Is it for monetary gain? Do they truly think that they are better than those that look like them? I would be remiss if I did not say say that some of what they are saying is true. However, instead of speaking disparagingly about someone, why not try to help them out...or are they above that.

Note: For those who are not familiar with the individuals in this blog, Herman Badillo and John McWhorter, you can click on the middle link and find out more about them...if you must.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Selling_out

http://www.manhattan-institute.org/html/cre.htm

http://www.manhattan-institute.org/onenation_onestandard/

Slavery Apology

I want to thank the legislature for doing what should have been done decades ago. To say that you are sorry now, especially when there is a probability of an African-American becoming the next President of the United States, is a bit disingenuous. To reconcile the irreparable damage that has been done to generations of African-Americans would cost the government too much money. Forget about the forty acres and a mule, how about a little respect for what African-Americans have had to overcome. I believe that any other oppressed and enslaved group would have waged some sort of war against their slave masters. Yet, African-Americans continually forgive those who have done them the greatest harm.

http://www.swamppolitics.com/news/politics/blog/2008/07/reparations_apology_ki.html

http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2005/07/15/ar2005071501559.html

Black in America

This is a wonderful time to be considered "Black in America." For the first time a "black man" is seriously being considered for the highest position in American history. I never thought that in my life time would I see this day. However, for some reason, I am not feeling so happy. What is this ambivalence about? I, like millions more, had the opportunity to watch the CNN program, "Black in America." It was something that I was looking forward to watching and was hoping to see and/or hear something that I had not already known. What I saw was the same old "black" elitist propaganda that has been troubling the black community for decades. As if pitting one black person against the other isn't bad enough. This ubiquitous crab in the barrel mentality is what has divided the black community and will continue to do so. The fact that you have "prominent" black lawyers, actors, doctors and clergy speaking out against the ills of the black community will do nothing to solve its problems. I look at it as showing the lower class society that "they" have made it and that it can be done by all. Nothing can be further from the truth. To continue perpetuating this myth does a disservice to those who are trying really hard to make it, but cannot get a"break". Yes, hard work and perseverance will assist you in your trials and tribulations, but let's not forget the bigger picture that not everyone will make it. We in the black community cannot sit back and point fingers. You'd be no better than other groups that consistently denigrate our underprivileged class. Somehow we must resolve this issue of disparity and try to help each other. However, if we continue to try to impress others and drive that wedge, then will we ever be anything other than just "Black in America."

http://www.buscatube.com/play/youtube/blueboymedia/tag1/N23af-S7unM/black-news-dr-boyce-watkins-on-the-jesse-jackson-show/