It was a phrase first made famous in a Malcolm X speech, then within the dialogue of Spike Lee’s seminal 1989 film of the same name: “Do the right thing.” The words, though simplistic, symbolize the need to make tough choices in turbulent times. Pushing forward with optimism into uncharted territory takes wisdom, courage and… Continue reading Moving Forward, Looking Back: The Impact of the Obamas
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Our Babies, Our Legacy, Our Gratitude
Dear Darius, Nia and Layla, Another year has flown by and we are now on the verge of welcoming 2017. All three of you, at different levels, continue to grow and mature, solidifying your personalities and testing your limits along the way. Your childhoods, although stable, have been impacted by trends and changes that we… Continue reading Our Babies, Our Legacy, Our Gratitude
Oct 14: Pres. Obama Considered “Successful” By Former Critic
Agree or disagree? Why or why not? “The author of 20 books and writer for the New York Times, Krugman goes on to list several key achievements Obama has made during, what Krugman calls, a ‘wave of Obama-bashing’ by ‘mainstream pundits and talking heads.’ “His health reform is imperfect but still a huge step forward… Continue reading Oct 14: Pres. Obama Considered “Successful” By Former Critic
Oct. 7: Rush Limbaugh Shows Ignorance About Ebola & Pres. Obama
From a commenter: “….I listened to El Fatso in the early 90’s when his show was 40% comedy. The parodies were absurdly funny and Shanklin’s songs were priceless. But then the comedy left and Rush was opining on everything as if he is the Grand Poohba of the world. This man may be shrewd, business-savvy… Continue reading Oct. 7: Rush Limbaugh Shows Ignorance About Ebola & Pres. Obama