Monthly Archives: March 2013

Video-Photos | President Obama Delivers Remarks to the Israeli People

HISTORY RIGHT HERE, FOLKS! Update Here is the key paragraph from his speech: But the Palestinian people’s right to self-determination and justice must also be recognized. Put yourself in their shoes – look at the world through their eyes. It … Continue reading

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Thursday Open Thread | Michael Rose | Reggae Week

In 1990, Rose began his return to the international scene, with the release in Britain of his solo album Proud. Two years later, Japan was treated to Bonanza, which was followed by 1994’s King of the General. The next year, … Continue reading

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AT Close Range: The Curious Case of Trayvon Martin

The Center for the Study of Race and Race Relations’ 10th annual Spring Lecture & Panel Discussions, “At Close Range: The Curious Case of Trayvon Martin,” will feature New York Times visual op-ed columnist Charles Blow. Participants include UF faculty … Continue reading

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Ashley Judd for Senator of Kentucky | RUN, ASHLEY, RUN! Hillary & Bill Clinton WILL Not Prevail

Does Bill Clinton have his eye on Alison Lundergan Grimes for the U.S. Senate race in Kentucky? Although Ashley Judd has been weighing a campaign, the former President reportedly urged Grimes to jump in the race MOVE OVER? Do the … Continue reading

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Video | President Obama’s First Trip to Israel as President | Joint Press Conference With PM Netanyahu

US President Barack Obama is greeted by Cabinet ministers and other dignitaries at Ben Gurion Airport on Wednesday, March 20 (image capture Channel 2) OMG PBO said he’s grateful to “get away from CONGRESS” these two day- LMBAO PRESIDENT OBAMA … Continue reading

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Wednesday Open Thread | Michael Rose | Reggae Week

One of Jamaica’s most distinguished singers, as a member of Black Uhuru Michael Rose was one of the foundation stones of the roots movement, before launching a successful career in the modern dancehalls. His work with Uhuru helped bring the … Continue reading

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Video-Photos | Pope Francis’ Inaugural Mass | Vice President Joe Biden Attends

Pope Francis attends his Inauguration Mass in St Peter’s Square on March 19, 2013 in Vatican City, Vatican. The mass is being held in front of an expected crowd of up to one million pilgrims and faithful who have filled … Continue reading

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Riddle Me This: Why Would African-Americans Want to Attend CPAC Conferences?

I mean, seriously? You Negroes (as the Field Negro would say) want to go to these conservative conferences, spend your hard earned money, and still get dogged, just because you are trying to persuade a group that has been taken … Continue reading

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Tuesday Open Thread | Michael Rose | Reggae Week

For over 25 years, Michael Rose has been recording and performing his brand of militant, hardcore Jamaican music to the delight of reggae fans around the world. As a solo artist, with Black Uhuru, and back as a solo artist, … Continue reading

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Video | President Obama Speaks at the 2013 Women’s History Month Reception

Updated with video U.S. President Barack Obama makes remarks at a Women’s History Month reception at the White House in Washington, March 18, 2013. REUTERS/Jonathan Ernst (UNITED STATES – Tags: POLITICS) President Obama Speaks at the Women’s History Month Reception. … Continue reading

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