Monthly Archives: October 2018

Wednesday Open Thread | Pharrell Williams threatens to sue Trump over use of ‘Happy’ at rally after Pittsburgh shooting

Posted on October 31, 2018 by SouthernGirl2

(CNN) Pharrell Williams isn’t too happy with President Donald Trump. In a cease and desist letter sent Monday, Williams’ attorney Howard King called on the President to stop playing the hitmaker’s song “Happy” during events. The song was played at … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Open Thread | Defiant and divisive, Trump is set to honor Pittsburgh victims

Posted on October 30, 2018 by SouthernGirl2

Washington (CNN)President Donald Trump travels to Pittsburgh on Tuesday after the worst anti-Semitic crime in American history, bringing with him a pulsing anger that his rhetoric is being blamed for the attack and intent on proving to his critics he … Continue reading →

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A Fate Worse Than Slavery, Unearthed in Sugar Land Texas

Posted on October 29, 2018 by SouthernGirl2

Bodies of sugar cane workers recently discovered in Texas reveal gruesome details about the convict leasing system. The blood-drenched history that gave the city of Sugar Land, Tex., its name showed its face earlier this year, when a school construction … Continue reading →

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Monday Open Thread | Jewish leaders tell Trump he’s not welcome in Pittsburgh

Posted on October 29, 2018 by SouthernGirl2

Letter to Trump from Pittsburgh Jewish Leaders Thank you, Jesus! Trump is not welcome anywhere in the world. Stay away from Pittsburgh and let the families grieve in peace. It’s offensive to even think about going there. How dare him! … Continue reading →

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BETO AND BRON: LeBron James shows off support for Beto O’Rourke

Posted on October 28, 2018 by SouthernGirl2

SAN ANTONIO, Texas (KTRK) — LeBron James isn’t shy about making his opinions and stances known. The Los Angeles Lakers forward arrived in San Antonio to take on the Spurs wearing a ‘Beto for Senate’ hat prior to the game. … Continue reading →

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Sunday Open Threasd

Posted on October 28, 2018 by rikyrah

Have Blessed day, Everyone

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Saturday Open Thread | Sting Week

Posted on October 27, 2018 by rikyrah

Enjoy your weekend with family and friends. Be Safe & Well

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Friday Open Thread | Sting Week

Posted on October 26, 2018 by rikyrah

TGIF, Everyone. Sting with Stevie!

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Thursday Open Thread

Posted on October 25, 2018 by rikyrah

More Sting…

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Wednesday Open Thread | Sting Week

Posted on October 24, 2018 by rikyrah

Happy HUMP Day, Everyone! Hope you’re enjoying Sting Week! His first solo album, 1985’s The Dream of the Blue Turtles, featured jazz musicians including Kenny Kirkland, Darryl Jones, Omar Hakim and Branford Marsalis. It included the hit singles “If You … Continue reading →

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