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President Barack Obama pushes China to stop censoring Internet access, and says "that the more freely information flows, the stronger the society becomes, because then citizens of countries around the world can hold their own governments accountable." Speaking of president's, what could be the last autograph signed by President Kennedy was sold recently at an auction for $39,000. Someone bought an autograph for $39,000, but apparently there won't be enough money to go around this year for charities this holiday. In light of the economic downturn, only 38 percent of Americans say they are more likely to give a charitable gift as a holiday present this year, compared to 49 percent last year, according to a survey conducted by Harris Interactive.
25-year-old Antoinette Davis is expected to appear in court after being accused of offering her 5-year-old daughter for prostitution, after daughter Shaniya Davis had been reported missing by Antonette. Speaking of child abuse, Prime Minister Kevin Rudd issued a historic apology Monday to thousands of impoverished British children shipped to Australia with the promise of a better life, only to suffer abuse and neglect thousands of miles from home. Well, thousands of homes will be able to see more of Tyler Perry's "Meet the Browns." Tyler Perry's TBS comedy series "Meet the Browns" is headed to broadcast syndication next year.
Universal changed "Couples Retreat" marketing material for the film's UK release, and removed the black actors from both the poster's photo and the list of stars typed out. Everyday something new happens that makes me wonder if this world will ever accept black people. On good news, nearly 4.6 million African-Americans hold a four-year college degree, a new high. More good news, Long Beach, California Rapper Snoop Dogg will appear at the New York Stock Exchange on Monday (November 16th) where he will host the 2nd Annual "Mentoring Madness" event.
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