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Reason #1,352 Why Affirmative Action is Still Needed: SCOTUS Saw 1 Black...
We are, at this moment, what I suspect is perhaps a week away (give or take a day) from the Supreme Court's decision in Fisher v. University of Texas which many Constitutional scholars (including yours...
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IRS Example: Where the Workplace and Politics Collide
Okay – so, maybe I’m biased. Or, maybe I’m privy to similar situations where there wasn’t much to report; however, that didn’t stop the media from making something out of nothing. Who knows? I do...
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Obama, Holder, Clinton: Benghazi, and DOJ AP Subpoenas
Well well well, what a difference a day makes. It was seemingly just yesterday when the President was having his inauguration and sneering at people who didn't trust the government, or thought that...
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Movie Reviews- Gangster Squad, Mama, Stand Up Guys
Gangster Squaddirected by Ruben FleischerThis film is a little light on story and gloriously heavy on scenery, costume and surroundings. It's a trip to heaven if you are into late forties and early...
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That's What's UP - The Urban Politico Radio Hour
That's What's UP - The Urban Politico Radio HourJoin us Sunday, May 19th at 5pm (ET) as we talk about the Politics of the United States and beyond.This week's discussion:IRS-GateThe Associated...
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HBO Game of Thrones Recap: Second Sons
The previous two episodes were heavy on setup and exposition. After Sunday's show there are only two episodes remaining. The first few installments set viewership records for the show, last week's show...
View ArticleObama Morehouse Graduation Speech May 19, 2013
President Obama gave the keynote speech at America's only all-male Historically Black College, Morehouse:Part 1:Part 2: Part 3:
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Anthony Weiner Will Run for Mayor of New York City
Former New York Congressman Anthony Weiner Will Run for Mayor of New York CityWeiner made his announcement in the early hours of Wednesday morning via his twitter page and the YouTube video above. You...
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Did IRS Official Lois Lerner Waive Her Right to Plead the 5th Amendment?
Let me say up front so that nobody tries to accuse me of anything - I have NO IDEA what IRS Official Lois Lerner's involvement was or wasn't in the latest IRS scandal. She could be guilty. She could...
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WhatAboutOurDaughters.com Does Disservice to Black Women/Community Through...
The hallmark of any respectable and noteworthy blog is the free expression of ideas. This is particularly true within the Black Blogosphere which has provided a platform for members of our community...
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Book Reviews-The State of Jones, Point of Impact, Bugs Bloodsuckers Bacteria
The State of Jonesby Sally Jenkins and John StaufferThis is probably thebest book I've read this year. I like to think of myself as a well read, historically knowledgeable man. But I was surprised and...
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Happy Memorial Day
The Urban Politico would like to remember those who gave their lives while serving in the Armed Forces.Thank you!!!Happy Memorial Day!
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Virginia Walmart: Those Don't Look Like Your Kids
The other day I stopped in my local grocery store to pick up some items. I saw a black man and white woman couple. They had a white girl and a younger black (mixed) boy tagging along with them....
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Down Goes Bachmann! Down Goes Bachmann!
Michele Bachmann, who barely won reelection against newcomer Jim Graves, says days after Graves announced his intentions to run again that if she would have run again she would win again...but she's...
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Teflon Media: Beyond Contestation?
Quis custodiet ipsos custodies? This is a Latin phrase that translates to “who will guard the guards themselves” or “who watches the watchmen.” Often, this phrase is associated with Plato in...
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Movie Reviews- Broken City, Texas Chainsaw 3D, Pawn, Hammer of the Gods
Broken Citydirected by Allen HughesI've often wondered how people who are married to or seriously involved with actors, actresses, models or other artistic folk keep their equanimity when their spouse...
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That's What's UP - The Urban Politico Radio Hour
That's What's UP - The Urban Politico Radio HourJoin us Sunday, June 2nd at 5pm (ET) as we talk about the Politics of the United States and beyond.This week's discussion:Republican PartyRace Relations...
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HBO Game of Thrones Recap: The Rains of Castamere, Robb Stark and Red Wedding
Life at last sit and listen while the fun beginsHearts are broken and the bad guys winSit and listen all the cutting up is easyAnd this isn't for the queasy or the weak of heartYou had better start for...
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Breaking News: US Senator of New Jersey Frank Lautenberg Dead at Age 89
US Senator of New Jersey Frank Lautenberg Dead at Age 89Lautenberg served New Jersey for 29-Years as US Senator. He was the oldest US Senator and the last World War II Veteran serving in Congress....
View ArticlePolice Brutality: Jasper Texas
Sometimes, just showing the video is enough...I will say one thing: from Jena Six, Trayvon Martin, and other like videos, is it simply coincidence that black folks are on the receiving end of crap like...
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