May 24, 2013

An Historic 2012 Election! Census Bureau Confirms Higher Black Voter Turnout than Whites

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*For the first time since 1996 when the U.S. Census Bureau began publishing records on voting, Black voters have surpassed their White counterparts in casting ballots. The historic voting was made during balloting in the 2012 election for candidates for President and the U.S. Congress. What happened? What made the difference? To who/what is owed [...]




The Journal of Steffanie Rivers: Lessons From the Past by Gwen Rivers

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*Miraculously, and by the grace of God if you’re reading this, we’ve made it to yet another year. Despite the fact that to many, 2012 brought illness, death, heart break, heart ache, loneliness, insecurities, disappointments of unfilled dreams and/or expectations; and the realization of the little known fact that some individuals really do come into [...]




The Pulse of Entertainment: Lionsgate’s ‘Texas Chainsaw 3D’ is a Thriller with Surprising Twist

Alexandra Daddario and Dan Yeager (Leatherface) in a scene from the Lionsgatre presentation of Texas Chainsaw 3D.

Lionsgate’s Texas Chainsaw 3D is a thriller with a surprising twist, arrives in theaters January 4, 2013 *“Don’t go in the basement,” that’s what I was saying to the screen while reviewing the Lionsgate presentation of Texas Chainsaw 3D – which arrives in theaters January 4, 2013. The Chainsaw franchise continues offering a thriller with [...]




Denzel Washington Brought in the Most Movie Money in 2012

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*Denzel Washington is undoubtedly one of the hottest stars of the century, and the fruits of his labor was recognized in 2012. According to Quigley Publishing Company’s 81st Annual Poll of Motion Picture Exhibitors, the actor was voted the top money-making star in 2012. He’s been on the poll seven other times but this is the [...]




Fox News Dissed On Air by Pulitzer Prize Winning Author/Journalist (Video)

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*Fox News has been charged with being a right wing channel, but they don’t listen to us because a lot of us that believe this are a part of the 47 percent. But, one reputable person took the time to address their questionable journalistic tactics. The Fox News channel invited Pulitzer Prize winning author and [...]




The Obamas Start Thanksgiving at Food Bank (Video)

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*Thanksgiving was celebrated Yesterday. And we’re all very thankful for whatever we had our tables, big or small. But before the dinner jumped off, we had to get the ingredients. The food banks are helping those who need to be helped and yesterday American royalty took time to help out. (more…)




Octomom’s ‘Roctuplets’ Drop New Single ‘I’m Ready for Christmas’ (Video)

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*Nadya Suleman also known as the Octomom has so many kids that now it’s necessary everybody gets a job. So Suleman cracked the whip and found a way around work permits and put them all to work. Her 3-year-old octuplets have dropped their names and picked up the stage name, the Roctuplets! The Roctuplets plus [...]




The Socialist’s Journal: Election Day 2012

Trevor Brookins

*Because of Hurricane Sandy,  I have been unable to put in the necessary work to produce a new article – even with the presidential election this Tuesday. Nevertheless this column, originally posted July 2011, examines the supposed strongpoint of Romney’s campaign. Supply side economics is why Romney would be elected; it also happens to be [...]




Sarah Palin Tells President Obama to ‘Grow A Big Stick’

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`*Sarah Palin has been off the radar for a while, but now she thinks she can garner a little attention if she weighs in on the Libyan attacks to the U.S. Embassy. But, what she still hasn’t learned is that it is best to keep her mouth closed and be thought a fool than to [...]




The Socialist’s Journal: Syria

Trevor Brookins

The rubber is hitting the road in Syria. President Obama won the presidency in part because of his campaign plank of ending the war in Iraq – a campaign promise he has followed through on. But far from being reluctant to use American military forces in foreign affairs, Obama has defied that stereotype for Democratic [...]




CeCe Winans Says Get it Together in 2012

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 *Ever heard this saying? “Cleanliness is next to Godliness.” Some people think it is found in the Bible, but it  is not. Still, there is some truth contained in the popular saying, reports EEWMagazine.com. 2 Corinthians 7:1 reads “Therefore, having these promises, beloved, let us cleanse ourselves from all  defilement of flesh and spirit, perfecting [...]




The Socialist’s Journal: Quick Hits

Trevor Brookins

*I am not sure whether Democrats should be excited because Mitt Romney has been unable to maintain front runner status for the Republican nomination, illustrating his vulnerability in a general election – or whether the Democrats be wary because Romney refuses to court ultra conservative voters, instead focusing on moderate voters so that he is [...]




Living in the Land of Make Believe: The Year of Completion

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So, I hope you rang in 2012 in a way that was well with your soul. Whether you partied, slept, kissed, hugged, toasted, cried or jumped for joy, you made it! Well, here we are at the top of Twenty Twelve. Per my research on a few websites, I discovered that “12″ is the number [...]




Steven Ivory Returns Next Week

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*Journalist/author Steven Ivory kicks off an ALL NEW  2012 collection of essays, stories and flat-out rants next week.




Janelle Monae Slappin’ Down Two Albums in 2012

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*Grammy-nominated singer and industry sweetheart, Janelle Monae has a serious New Years plan. For 2012, she’s ready to bust out two new albums for her salivating fans, according to Singersroom.com. She took a trip back home to Kansas City for the Mayor’s Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony. “I am happy to be here and see my [...]