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June 2, 2011

Cover Story

What Will it Take To Bring Obama Home? – Obama vs. The Left: There’s Enough Criticism to go Around – Moving Left – Part 10

By Jamala Rogers Editorial Board

In St. Louis, I remember vividly a community workshop put on by The Justice Institute to assess President Obama’s first 100 days. JI is a progressive organizing and training institute. It assessed Obama’s performance up to the 100 days in three areas: education, healthcare and peace. The new president received a few B’s, mostly C’s…

In St. Louis, I remember vividly a community workshop put on by The Justice Institute to assess President Obama’s first 100 days. JI is a progressive…

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The African World

Saying Good-bye to Gil Scott-Heron

By Bill Fletcher, Jr. Editorial Board

When I received word of the passing of noted poet and singer Gil Scott-Heron I felt as if I had just heard about the death of a college friend whom I had not seen in many years. Perhaps it was because I actually got to know the work of Gil Scott-Heron while I was in…

When I received word of the passing of noted poet and singer Gil Scott-Heron I felt as if I had just heard about the death of…

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Commentary

The Revolution STILL Will Not Be Televised

By Larry Pinkney Editorial Board

“Historically, the most terrible things – war, genocide, and slavery – have resulted not from disobedience, but from obedience.” -Howard Zinn “If you tremble indignation at every injustice then you are a comrade of mine.” – Ernesto ‘Che’ Guevara In recent days the sad news of the passing-on of the politically conscious musician and poet…

"Historically, the most terrible things - war, genocide, and slavery - have resulted not from disobedience, but from obedience." -Howard Zinn "If you tremble indignation at…

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Color of Law

On the Question of Palestinian Statehood – The

By David A. Love, JD Executive Editor

Following Israeli Prime Minister Benyamin Netanyahu’s speech before the U.S. Congress, it was clear that there will be no peace process between the Israelis and the Palestinians. And maybe that’s not such a bad thing, to know where things really stand. In reality, the die was cast when the Likud government cast its lot with…

Following Israeli Prime Minister Benyamin Netanyahu’s speech before the U.S. Congress, it was clear that there will be no peace process between the Israelis and the…

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Commentary

The Invisible Hand: “You’ve Been Took”

By Dr. Lenore J. Daniels, PhD Editorial Board

When the government’s State media announced that the U.S. Navy Seals shot and killed Osama Bin Laden, Americans did not have to be prompted to take their “Two Minutes Hate” session. Cameras panned the country: Blacks, whites, Republicans, Democrats, Tea Partiers, and even socialists affirmed – Unity! Down with the Enemy! The man who claims…

When the government’s State media announced that the U.S. Navy Seals shot and killed Osama Bin Laden, Americans did not have to be prompted to take…

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Commentary

Are We Writers or Gay Writers?

By The Reverend Irene Monroe Editorial Board

The twenty-third annual Lambda Literary Awards, LLA, (also known as the “Lammys”) took place at New York’s School of the Visual Arts Theatre on May 26th. And this red carpet event brought out our finest in Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) literature and publishing traditions. Celebrities like Bryan Batt (Mad Men), former New Jersey…

The twenty-third annual Lambda Literary Awards, LLA, (also known as the “Lammys”) took place at New York’s School of the Visual Arts Theatre on May 26th.…

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Commentary

Eyes Off the Ball

By Perry Redd Columnist

This time in America is pivotal. This is the time that candidates prepare to challenge the affections of the people and place their souls on the table. Running for president of the United States is a bear-all proposition. Unfortunately, there are some paramount issues on our backs that can’t be veiled as this ritual takes…

This time in America is pivotal. This is the time that candidates prepare to challenge the affections of the people and place their souls on the…

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