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Obama: A Captive President

Obama_vs_gop.jpgThe African Executive | America is one of the most difficult countries to rule because it is polarized on many fronts: economically, politically, racially, culturally. Any president would find it difficult to govern. It is difficult to govern and accomplish much when a segment of the democratic coalition (the Republican Party) deliberately sets out to obstruct you from accomplishing your goals.They have never or rarely done this to any other President in living memory. Because of the intense obs

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3828547764?profile=originalProject 21 Black Leaders Condemn Obama Trip to Cuba

"Communism has never worked, can never work and... must be challenged"

"Why is the President cozying up to killers?"

"This president... has pole-vaulted over America's territory of Puerto Rico, which is dying on the economic vine, to play kissy-face with the Castros"

"Cuba gets legitimacy and currency while America gets empty promises"

"Castro turned on us; not us on them"

"Mr. Obama should think before he acts"

"Many members of the Obama Administra
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Mixtape: Blo5k @Blo5kMGMG - Gang

@Blo5k is the hot group out of ATL that consists of @b5lila + @b5_fatt. Their debut mixtape "Blo5k Muzik" hosted by Bigga Rankin and DJ Tokars generated a lot of buzz and had these guys on the road promoting and pushing. The music must continue to be updated and with that mentality they went back into the studio with Bigga Rankin and put together their lasted project "Gang". Support these super duo and their continued strive for super stardom.

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Connect w/ Blo5k:
Twitter: @Blo5kMGMG
IG: @b5lila, @b

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                                               Junious Ricardo Stanton

                             Classism, The Roots of Trump and Sanders Popularity

             "Classism is the systemic assignment of characteristics of worth and ability based on social class. It includes individual attitudes and behaviors; systems of polices and practices set up to benefit the upper cl

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344487?max=1600Attorney Zulu Ali of the Law Offices of Zulu Ali in Riverside, California has been named Top 10 Best Lawyers by the American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys. The American Institute of Criminal Attorneys is an invitation only legal organization recognizing excellence of practitioners in the field. Each lawyer must be formally nominated, have attained the highest degree of professional achievement in his or her field, and have an impeccable client satisfaction rating.


Attorney Zulu Ali, a nati

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The real Struggle

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  From the Ramparts

 Junious Ricardo Stanton

 The Real Struggle

 

            "For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places." Ephesians 6:12

             As the political circus plays itself out, thinking people can see the psychopathy, mendacity and hypocrisy of this culture on full display in living color.  The crass quest for power and the weaknesses and corrupti

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Spud Mack is an entertainer of Haitian descent. His nickname 'Spudmackneasy' was given to him for being the ultimate party animal, which derived from the Budweiser dog Spud Makenzie. In songs he refers to himself as Spud Mack. There is an authenticity when Spud weaves these street hymns and stories. Spud was imprisoned for 6 years in 2005, which he does not use as a bragging point but, a point of reference for others to know which path to choose along with giving

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The Baltimore MD born rapper Calz is ready to change the game. Growing up he always listened to Jadakiss, Eminem, Tupac, Biggie Smallz, Jay-Z, and Big L; mainly because of their flow and how they rode beats. He separates himself from many of today’s artists because of his versatility and his ability to ride the track so smooth. Currently gaining buzz in his city he's constantly working on new music and now dropping his latest mixtape "Cocaine Calz". Calz always keeps

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06-28-15_Seth.jpgOnce again, we are preparing for Seth's upcoming parole hearing in June. Since the PBA, the FOP, and the Correctional Officers union are able to collect thousands of signatures against parole, we must work to gain as many signatures and letters of support for Seth as possible. In addition to the online petition, there is a hard copy that can be downloaded here. Since many members of our community do not have regular access to the internet, it is important to use the hard copy and return it to us

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Nana's Commentary

After sharing the video on how Fast Food has changed the world, it seems only fitting to share "The Dark Side of the All-American Meal with my readers..... Watch the video, read the book.


(Fast Food Nation: The Dark Side of the All-American Meal (2001) is a book by investigative journalist Eric Schlosser that examines the local and global influence of the United States fast food industry.[3])






 
 
 
Published on Aug 21, 2013
Fast Food Nation: The
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3828581281?profile=originalSTR8 Up Gang & Team Bigga Rankin presents Scrill White "Rich Nigga Dreams" mixtape hosted by Bigga Rankin, Dj Scream, Dj Drama and Dj Winn. This mixtape features stand out singles "These Niggas Fake" remix ft. Plies, plus I Can Tell. It was a long time in the making, but when greatness is anticipated a rush job just won't suffice. Tastemakers such as Bigga Rankin don't get behind every artist that they come into contact with, but Scrill White will more than prove why he is a Team Bigga Rankin ar

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In April 1960, the Southern Christian Leadership Conference, then led by Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., established the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee.  Ella Baker, at the suggestion of Dr. King, was the primary organizer (Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee (SNCC), 2013).  This student movement was one of a few Black Power organizations that changed its philosophy from being a civil rights organization, embracing the strategy of non-violence, to a Black Power organization th

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3828580799?profile=originalPlayBoi C continues his persistent push to propel Carolina to the fore front of the industry. PlayBoi C delivers "Killin It 2 Def" off the street album "C Me”; another dope boy eccentric, club rocking, get fly finesse anthem. The Southern fried Blacklist Hustle/NorfStar artist drops stick & move lyrics with fragrant fresh punch lines over raunchy body captivating basslines & rapid fire snares, produced by "Tony Snarez". "Killing It 2 Def" is infused by the new age Bobby McFerrin "Don't Worry Be

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On March 20, 2015, we will begin our 5th series of I Ching Workshops Online

I AM BACK FROM BOLIVIA!!

"Voices Of Africa" traveled to Bolivia during the last week of February to celebrate African American History month with the Afro-Bolivians there. It was an amazing and enlightening experience, one that I wish could have lasted a bit longer.  But now that I am back, I am ready to move forward and get the I Ching Workshops online back in session. 

It's hard to believe that this is our 5th series,
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"One Hundred" is the 1st official single off the E.P Better Late Than Never which is now available on iTunes

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Check out the official video to "One Hundred" below:

Connect w/ Alex H

Twitter: @dyversitymusic Instagram: Alex_H_Music Website: www.alexhmusic.net
Buy the Album via iTunes HERE

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After serving in the Georgia Legislature, in 1992, Cynthia McKinney won a seat in the US House of Representatives. She was the first African-American woman from Georgia in the US Congress. In 2005, McKinney was a vocal critic of the government’s response to Hurricane Katrina and was the first member of Congress to file articles of impeachment against George W. Bush. In 2008, Cynthia McKinney won the Green Party nomination for the US presidency.
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3828580626?profile=originalJudge Mathis Issues Statement on "Nina" Biopic

In response to the recent controversy regarding Zoe Saldana's portrayal of Nina Simone in the biopic "Nina", Judge Greg Mathis has released the following statement:

 "The recent controversy involving Zoe Saldana's altered appearance in her portrayal of Nina Simone for the upcoming biopic Nina provides a teachable moment on the interracial divisions that have plagued descendants of African slaves for hundreds of years. Ultimately, this discussion refle

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JoJo Capone "Boss Life" 
They Talk It, I Live It. 
Hosted By: Bigga Rankin & Dj Swamp Izzo

Artist: Jojo Capone 
Mixtape Title: Boss Life (They Talk It, I Live It) 
Host(s): Bigga Rankin & Dj Swampizzo 
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Act-Like-It Ent Global Gangsters CashMoney/ Rich Gang Presents. JoJo Capone "Boss Life" (They Talk It, I Live It) Hosted By: BIgga Rankin & Dj Swamp Izzo. Powered by the Promo Vatican.

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African Concepts of Being

                                             

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                                            From the Ramparts

                                           Junious Ricardo Stanton

                                           African Concept of Being

 

            "In the eternal cycle of Afrikan life, a human being is acknowledged as having come from the spirit world (the ancestors and the source of life and being.) Spiritual reality manifests as 'human beingness.' Thus, the Afrikan human being (Muntu) come

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Title: The FAMM REUNION 
Artist: Southpaw Sosay and Shotty Balboa 
Hosted by Dj Frank White 
Label: 4th and 20 Music Group 
Production: The Gift Factory

Song titles 
1. FAMM REUNION 
2. A Brand 
3. Loyalty/Trust 
4. Plug Shopping 
5. No Feelings 
6. Can't Be 
7. SHUT UP 
8. They Drowning 
9. Cooking Cypher 
10. Flavored Up 
11. R.S.W.E.W.

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4th and 20 Music Group Presents Southpaw Sosay and Shotty Balboa "The FAMM REUNION" Powered by The Promo Vatican. Please sup

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