Monthly Archives: March 2016

Donald Trump: I love this country. We’re going to make our country great again.It’s payback time! It’s payback time!

Posted on March 14, 2016 by SouthernGirl2

Donald Trump is a dangerous racist sob. How can he be allowed to continue his campaign? It’s payback time? Who is he going to pay back? And for what? The country electing a black Potus? This is scary. It will … Continue reading →

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Monday Open Thread | 12-year-old Chicago activist Asean Johnson endorses Bernie Sanders

Posted on March 14, 2016 by SouthernGirl2

12-year-old Chicago activist Asean Johnson explains to Joy Reid why he’s putting his support behind Bernie Sanders

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Sunday Open Thread

Posted on March 13, 2016 by rikyrah

Have a BLESSED SUNDAY, Everyone. Because I can’t get enough of this rendition of “Blessed Assurance”…..

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Saturday Open Thread

Posted on March 12, 2016 by rikyrah

Happy Saturday, Everyone! Enjoy your weekend with family and friends. ICYMI President Obama Participates in South by Southwest Interactive Discussion

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Malia and Sasha Obama Stunned At Their First State Dinner

Posted on March 11, 2016 by SouthernGirl2
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President Obama Flatly Rejects Blame for Rise of Trump

Posted on March 11, 2016 by rikyrah

The press had the nerve to ask the President if he were to blame for the rise of Trump yesterday at a joint-presser with Canada’s Prime Minister Trudeau. I really appreciate President going on the record as POTUS to speak … Continue reading →

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Friday Open Thread | Barbara Streisand Week

Posted on March 11, 2016 by rikyrah

TGIF Today we’re featuring Streisand interviews, guests appearances & concerts.

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Trump Supporter Who Punched Protester: Next Time, We Might Have To Kill Him

Posted on March 10, 2016 by SouthernGirl2

Donald Trump is dangerous for America. But what does the US media do? Continue to give him a platform to spread his hate. These people are wicked beyond description. If a black Presidential candidate was saying the things Trump says … Continue reading →

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Thursday Open Thread | Barbara Streisand Week

Posted on March 10, 2016 by rikyrah

Streisand duets! Enough is Enough– Barbara Streisand & Donna Summer You don’t Bring Me Flowers– Neil Diamond & Barbara Streisand Guilty- Barbara Streisand & Barry Gibb Woman In Love I Finally Found Someone-Barbra Streisand & Bryan Adams Tell Him- Babs … Continue reading →

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First Lady Michelle Obama Remarks on International Women’s Day

Posted on March 9, 2016 by rikyrah

What is International Women’s Day? International Women’s Day has been held on 8 March every year since 1913, and has been recognized by the United Nations since 1975. The UN says it’s a time to reflect on progress made, to … Continue reading →

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