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Tom Burrell's Brainwashing Diagnosis
You know black leaders are brainwashed when … 1) … they fear that talking about racism may hamper their success. 2) … they roll over at the slightest hint of retaliation. 3) … they allow avowed enemies to define their agenda. 4) … they quickly retreat from already weak positions. 5) … they swiftly throw…
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When Sugar Bites Back
My name is Leslie, and I am a Sugarholic. There are only certain times when it seems impossible for me to control sugar cravings – when I’m highly stressed or overtired, and then, well, let’s just say “every 28 days” and leave it at that. Since last weekend, I’ve been under a self-imposed deadline that’s…
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Carl Gordon, Roc Patriarch, Passes Away
Stage and television actor Carl Gordon has died. The cause of his death was non-Hodgkins lymphoma. After four decades of menial work, Gordon decided to pursue acting. On Broadway, Gordon originated the part of Doaker, the upright uncle in The Piano Lesson (1990), by August Wilson. He also played the role in the 1995 CBS…
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Virginia Senator James Webb Calls for an End to Affirmative Action Programs
Virginia Sen. James Webb has made no bones about his disdain for affirmative action programs and policies. The Democrat believes that affirmative action programs marginalize whites and that “white privilege” is largely a myth. Webb’s views about affirmative action caused controversy during his 2006 run. In a Wall Street Journal book review written in 2000,…
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Tropical Storm Bonnie Headed Toward BP Oil Spill Site
As if the BP Gulf site doesn’t have enough on its hands, tropical storm Bonnie is heading straight for it. It is headed toward Florida on a course that will take it directly to the BP oil spill site. Thus, BP has stopped the oil spill cleanup and ordered ships to evacuate. Experts say that…
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Singer Al Jarreau Is Hospitalized
Legendary singer Al Jarreau has been hospitalized for breathing problems. He was taken to a hospital in France after complaining about breathing problems. Jarreau is a jazz artist who enjoyed crossover success during the 1980s and 1990s. He is currently touring France and became ill before a scheduled concert. Hospital officials say he is in…
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Single-Minded: The Tyranny of 'Keep It Moving'
”Right, dude, you gotta keep it moving. K.I.M.” That was the advice I got years ago from a good friend who moonlights as my own personal psychiatrist. She was telling me what to do after a bad breakup. Move on. Quickly. Before something — I don’t know, like, feelings — catches up with you. I…
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The Gloves Come Off: Venezuela Severs Ties With Colombia
President Hugo Chavez has severed Venezuela’s diplomatic relations with Colombia over claims that he harbors guerrillas. Chavez says that he has no choice in the matter because Colombian officials continue to insist that he has failed to act against leftist rebels who allegedly have taken shelter in Venezuelan territory, for which they produced photos, video…
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Blues Guitarist Phillip Walker Passes Away
Blues guitarist and singer Phillip Walker has died of heart failure. Walker backed stars like Etta James and Lowell Fulson, played in Little Richard’s band and toured with zydeco legend Clifton Chenier for two years. He made music for more than 50 years and was considered to be one of California’s top guitarists. His last…