1. A constant complaint that Blacks tend to have, is that the media always portrays us in negative ways. One thing that I always say, is that if you want to see a change, you have to do it yourself. It is important to create our own media outlets and tell our own story.
"In 1910, William Edward Burghardt Du Bois founded THE CRISIS magazine as the premier crusading voice for civil rights. Today, THE CRISIS, one of the oldest black periodicals in America, continues this mission. A respected journal of thought, opinion and analysis, the magazine was and still remains the official publication of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) and is the NAACP's articulate partner in the struggle for human rights for people of color. " -The Crisis Online
There is a lot of other Black publications that have been created to tell our story. Among the many that have been around and were started to highlight the Black community, were Ebony and Jet magazine. These magazines sought to put a positive spin on Blacks and things they were doing. They continue to be two of the leading Black magazines today.
Big-ups to all the Black blogs that are also helping us to Keep Up with our community. Check out my blog roll on the side and check out what some of my fellow bloggers have to say regarding Blacks and our issues.
You have to create what they will not. We have to care first!
2. We can build dynasties! Thanks to one of my readers for sending me an article showing me how some politicians are already starting. For those of you that read the article on Dynasties earlier this week, Randall gives us an example of how some Politicians are trying to start dynasties in Chicago.
On Monday, Aug. 18, 2008, Sen. Emil Jones of Chicago, announced that he would not seek re-election and made it clear he prefers that his son, Emil Jones III, take his seat.
Check out the rest of the article at the link below:
http://ap.google.com/article/ALeqM5grO4uvQIb55jhgCwJvhCL7UgIh_wD92MI4H87
3. In place of the word Nigga...try using the word Bro, Brotha, Brother, Sister, or Sista. (Every time you hear someone say nigga...scream out one of the above.)
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8 comments:
THANK YOU for that last one. The epitome of truth.
I thought it was interesting that as Sen. Emil Jones mentioned he wanted his son to take over, at least on the local ABC station out here that they said "in the tradition of Chicago nepotism." Well, this is true. The Cook County Board President died within the last year and his son took over, now, black as well, and folk out here weren't exactly pleased with that.
So, I wonder, since as of today Jones' son is officially on the ballot, what will become of this. I could care less who's in the office just as long as they're qualified and fair--emphasis on fair.
seeing that they carry the same name, the dose of familiarity would have to be there for Jones. there's nothing wrong with passing down a legacy, as long as the person who receives it truly understand what that legacy is all about and what the purpose is. I think this is where frats and sororities get it confused, in business its way more cutthroat, either eat or get ate.
oh and before i start a greek riot on a message board (seen it happen before) i am an Alpha from an HBCU and you can find me with the info below. oh, and I love #3!
-Ed.
www.edthesportsfan.com
philosopher: Yeah we use that word so much. If you stop and listen to someones conversation for only a seond, they will have said the word at least 10 times. It sounds so bad. I am guilty of using the word also, I have began trying to replace it. I also yell out some of the words I suggested when I hear someone else saying it. They laugh, and I am not sure if it really hits them. But at least when I am around, you can tell they watch how much they use it.
the uppity negro: It could be good or bad once he hits office. This reminds me of Caroline Kilpartick, Michigans State Representative. She has been a member of the House for a while now. Her son also is Mayor of Detroit. At first it was so good to see her son enter politics like her. However, after all of his trouble, he has left a bad taste in people's mouth when it comes to the name Kilpatrick.
Like Ed said right after you, it is nothing wrong with passing down a legacy, as long as that person understands what the legacy is all about and is prepared to continue it.
Ed: Preach Preacher. I am an AKA and I understand what you are saying. A lot of members of these frats and sororities are living off of a legacy, but hardly understand the purpose of these organizations. In order to continue what our founders laid out for us, we have to truly understand what the purpose is.
And I am glad you loved #3...I hope others like it and use it. lol
I think nepotism was good until too many colored people starting catching on. I think many white people don't see anything wrong with handing over jobs, but when Black people try to appear as if they are "equal" then the problems arise.
As it relates to the Black sororities and fraternities, when I went away to college, I noticed so many people joining these organizations and dropping out of college(I don't know if all of them finished or not). Now to someone on the outside looking in, why would anyone want to be a part of an organization where it seems like education isn't valued. I too attended an HBCU; however I opted not to join these groups because I felt like the orignal purpose was not a primary goal. It is unfortunate that this occured, but I have heard the same sentiments from others. Hopefully someone (Ed and socialite) can have an influence on current members and the perspective will change.
#3....an issue near and dear to my heart. thanks for sharing
I agree, especially the one about the word "nigga." I can't stand that word.
we do not need political dynasties most black politicians don't look out for their own communities anyway. We need business dynasties not political ones.
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