Summer Explodes, Tempers Flare!
Summer Explodes, Tempers Flare!
by Tyora Moody
WHO TURNED UP THE THERMOSTAT?
I know most of us have heard the expression, “If you can’t stand the heat, get out of the kitchen.” During the summer months, I tend to purposely stay out of the kitchen, only using the oven if I must.
When the Weather Channel folks predict temperatures will rise above 95 and heat indexes even higher, I’m not trying to plan outdoor activities. Okay. I prefer to stay cozy with the air conditioner as much as possible.
COMMENTARY | Whoopi and Jesse Jackson’s Actions Are Unacceptable
WHOOPI AND JESSE JACKSON’S ACTIONS ARE UNACCEPTABLE
By H. Lewis Smith
Though he has issued a formal apology for his use of the n-word, Reverend Jesse Jackson’s actions were irresponsible, incomprehensible, and reflect poorly upon him as a supposed role model for today’s African American youth. And to compound this issue even more, Whoopi Goldberg sang praises to the n-word before a national television audience of millions of people. Not only did she devalue herself–as she is an African-American, but also the sacred memories and history of her ancestry, and the black community in general. This type of behavior is totally unexpected of such influential African Americans and completely unacceptable by any African American.
BlackinAmerica.com
BlackInAmerica.com, A New Social Network For Socially-Conscious African Americans, Compliments CNN “Black In America” Special
Columbus, OH – There is much anticipation and conversation about CNN’s six-hour “Black In America” report, which addresses the stereotypes and challenges that African American men, women, and families face. Hosted by reporter Soledad O’Brien, its expected to be the network’s most watched program ever.
Learn, Not "Burn" From Your Mistakes
LEARN, NOT "BURN" FROM YOUR MISTAKES
By Dante Lee
We all have made bad business decisions. Some of them were quite dumb, others were just bad instincts. Maybe you lost money, wasted time, or even both. Despite this, you must recognize that making business mistakes is a natural part of building your career as an entrepreneur.
Million Father March 2008
ONE MILLION FATHERS ASKED TO LEAD THE NATION BACK TO SCHOOL THIS FALL
300 Cities Could Participate in the Largest, Organized Back-to-School Effort in U.S. History
Chicago, IL (BlackNews.com) – "Education has become a matter of national security. Because we cannot control our schools, we cannot control our economy. And because we cannot control our economy, we cannot control and protect our quality of life in America," says Phillip Jackson, Executive Director of The Black Star Project, U.S.A. The Black Star Project is sponsoring the Million Father March 2008 on the first day of school in nearly 300 cities across America. The Million Father March has become a special day that fathers and men use to make a commitment to their children, their families, their communities and their country with their dynamic presence at a school. This is the real fathers’ day!
Family Reunions: Food, Fun and Family Health
FAMILY REUNIONS: FOOD, FUN AND FAMILY HEALTH
By Thomas A. Farrington
President and Founder, the Prostate Health Education Network
Summer is the time of the year for family reunions, those fun times where families come together to share, and celebrate. Delicious food and great times are the hallmarks of these gatherings, where discussions center on commonalities and the family history. There is nothing quite like a family reunion for keeping us grounded in the reality of who we are as the family genes are clearly on display all around us.
