Former Tea Party Congressman Joe Walsh was recently booted from his own radio show for attempting to use the “N” word on air. During his show “The Answer”, Walsh tried to have a conversation about the “N” word as compared to the word Redskins. Apparently, his general manager took issue with the racial slur and cut him off. If you don’t remember Walsh, he’s the deadbeat dad ex-Congressman who made…
Former Arkansas governor turned political pundit Mike Huckabee on Thursday compared stopping gay rights to stopping the march of Naziism across the globe. During an appearance at the 2014 March for Marriage in Washington, D.C., Huckabee said judges don’t have the right to repeal gay marriage bans. “We are under an obligation to obey God and the law, and if necessary, to defy an institution that is out of control,”…
Common, who was born Lonnie Rashid Lynn, Jr., is a Chicago born hip hop artist who has used the platform as a way to speak out about political issues. Common debuted with the 1992 album Can I Borrow A Dollar? Like Water for Chocolate was Common’s first major-label album, and he earned significant commercial success and widespread critical acclaim for his work. A string of awards followed including winning…
There’s no doubt that you’ll know all these actors on the list – but did you know these interesting facts about some of Hollywood’s elite? 1. Most of us might know Diahann Carroll from her role on the hit show Dynasty – but did you know she was the first African American woman to star in her own show? She starred as a nurse and widow in the show Julia…
The death of Malcolm X was one of the great tragedies in American history. It was one of those moments that could have been prevented, but the racial climate in the United States is one that was never designed for men like Malcolm to be safe and successful. This video is a chance to see Malcolm right before he died. Do you ever wonder when or if we will get…
NBA Laker Kobe Bryant set off a firestorm of criticism when, during an interview with the New Yorker, he said he felt it inappropriate to rally around Trayvon Martin just because he’s black. The admission came after Bryant was asked about his feelings regarding how the Miami Heat rallied around the slain teen. Now that there’s been significant outcry to Bryant’s comments, the baller is defending himself with a Martin…
From MalcolmXfiles.blogspot.com: “Through a secret program called the Counter Intelligence Program (COINTELPRO), there was a concerted effort to subvert the will of the people to avoid the rise “of a black Messiah” that would mobilize the African-American community into a meaningful political force. This documentary establishes historical perspective on the measures initiated by J. Edgar Hoover and the FBI which aimed to discredit black political figures and forces of the…
By Britt L Although his actual birthday landed on Wednesday of last week, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy is nationally celebrated today, January 20. Whether you’re gathering around an entertainment system to watch King, the 1978 mini-series or Our Friend, Martin with your children, today is the day to remember and appreciate the man who gave so much of his life in an attempt to make the world a better place for…
By: Madam Prezident Nikkolas Smith created an image of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. (pictured) wearing a hoodie, as homage to Trayvon Martin. However, some people are displeased with the young lady’s creativity. As a matter of fact, Dr. King’s niece was asked about the viral picture of Dr. King in a hoodie in a recent interview, and the young lady stated “Dr. King would have never worn a hoodie.”…
By: Madam Prezident I’m not sure why Dennis Rodman thinks he should receive a Nobel Peace Prize for his peacemaking efforts between North Korea and the United States. Supposedly, Mr. Rodman spoke with North Korea’s leader during a recent visit and and they developed a special bond, well they bonded well enough that Mr. Rodman considers North Korean leader Kim Jong Un ‘a lifetime friend’. A few months ago “The Worm”…
Glenn Beck is know for his witty banter and conservative views, so it comes as no surprise that he had a few thoughts on the IRS political targeting scandal,and the NAACP on his radio show. He bluntly called the NAACP a “joke” and an “affront” to legendary civil rights leaders Martin Luther King Jr., Booker T. Washington, and Frederick Douglass. Glenn Beck was responding to former NAACP Chairman Julian Bond’s claim that President George W. Bush’s IRS…
Nike recognizes Black History Month with a specifically designed collection under the mantra, “Be Bold. Be True.” The 2013 Nike Black History Month Collection consists of seven shoes, two tees, a Destroyer jacket, Nike Elite socks and a 5-panel hat — each sportinga color palette of black, grey and brown, highlighted in orange. The sneakers include silhouettes from Nike’s Sportswear and Basketball divisions. Sportswear BHM shoes include the Nike Lunar…
A second grade student in Colorado was forced to leave school after he wore black face paint to dress up like Martin Luther King Jr for a class project. Sean King and his family say the principal of Meridian Ranch Elementary in Colorado Springs asked him to remove the makeup because it was offensive. The family says the principal was acting on a complaint from the teacher. But Sean, who…
Forty-four years ago civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated as he stood on the balcony of the Lorraine Motel in Memphis, Tennessee. Now nearly half a century later, the city of Memphis will finally rename the one-mile stretch of Linden Avenue to Dr. M.L. King Jr. on the anniversary, April 4, of his brutal murder, reports CNN. Streets named after the slain leader can be found across the…
In a recent article in Diverse Issues in Higher Education, Professor Cornel West “went HAM” on Tulane University Professor Melissa Harris-Perry. In what might be his strongest public comments yet, West referred to Harris-Perry as a “fake” and a “fraud” for allowing herself to be used by the liberal establishment to shoot down his critiques over our nation’s decision to overlook racial inequality and poverty.I was quoted in…