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  1. “Why do so many Black people like a show that basically tells the world how brave and attractive White men are? Does it not promote White supremacy?” No. Not necessarily. Perhaps it’s a well written series that has garnered a large cult following because people like it regardless of their race or ethnicity. Is that possible? Does an “all black series” promote black supremacy or has some subliminal black meaning? Or could it be stories about people who happen to be black? And since we are on this subject, I have noticed your seemingly uncontrollable obsession with white males. In what appears to be the vast majority of your posts, you consistently write some of the most racist snarky digs and proclamations about white males. Now, you are free to comment and say whatever you want to. And I’m not suggesting that you should stop or continue doing so. But I have noticed this foaming at the mouth obsession and inability not to make caustic comments specifically directed at white males. I’m not a public defender for white males but your obsession is so blatant and non-stop…well…anyone who reads your posts cannot help but notice this white male fetish you have. Just sayin’….
  2. "You probably already know, White men see marriage as more of a business deal than a loving relationship which allows them to marry and even have children with women they don't even find attactive let alone love". Oh really? And you know this how? You have verifiable documentation and research that supports your statement? If so, I would like to see it because I was not aware the behavior you stated was restricted to and characteristic of only white males. Sounds like a very serious accusation....
  3. This situation is more than just an annoyance to those who don't have much use for the news media. It is an issue that has taken on dramatic, far reaching proportions and is making the country more divided than ever because it's not just about a game. It exposes everything that is problematic about amerika. The Trump supporters and their sympathizers put a totally different spin on the "bend-the-knee" gesture. They think it is disrespecting the flag that American troops have fought and died for. They cannot conceive of the idea that these military veterans fought for the right of American citizens to protest injustice. Not to mention that blacks fought in all of these wars and invariably returned home to a nation that had no problem maintaining the status quo of racism. America is schizoid. And, of course, there is that white element of the population who think these highly-paid black athletes should just shut up and do what their owners tell them to do. This is a sentiment sweeping the country, embodying those angry at troublemaking blacks for rocking the boat and demanding justice instead of revering the American rag and that ridiculous national anthem. It is also challenging the players to flex their muscles and throw their weight around in the 2 sports that they dominate and perpetuate. The NFL and NBA franchises are faced with the dilemma of placating their black players and pacifying their white fans, the latter being very attuned to Trump's racism and false patriotism. These protests are forcing teams to take a stand, risking a defection of black players who dominate these leagues and the white fans who fill the stands. A black boycott by the players would be devastating. Polls show the NFL viewing audience to be way down. All of this is not something to be lightly dismissed. It is a microcosm of the country and involves more than innocuous Tweets from an orange-hued dotard. (The NFL is also in jeopardy because of the growing evidence that the physical violence of this game takes on its players over time.) Not surprising, hockey franchises and nascar sponsors and their participants have sided with Trump. These overwhelmingly white teams and their fans are the stuff Trump supporters are made of, and their decision just broadens the racial gap in the political divide. America is being tested and examined. Because it is not the noble country it is cracked up to be, it is on a collision course with failure. Unfortunately, any attempt to remove Trump from office will trigger chaos.
  4. @Delano I think you would do better and get more significant results if you would refrain from explaining what your goal is in conducting these tests. When you go into all of the convoluted details and why you are doing what you're doing, this can influence the reactions of the volunteers and inhibit their spontaneous response because there's always the possibility that the testees will tell you what they think you want to hear, or misunderstand your complicated motives and not have the right mind-set. Just give concise, arbitrary instructions and then analyze the results after the tests are completed and discuss them with the participants. You put things on my mind when stating your premise, and this filled me with pre-conceived notions. Of course if this experiment only involves physical responses and reflexes, then the dynamic might be different.
  5. ...and maybe amerika and all of its turmoil, is just a piece of shit crawling with maggots.
  6. Now I understand "Climate Change"! We're probably packed up in a storage container!
  7. My most-quoted and referenced movie is The Wizard of Oz. The unmasking of the wizard shown to be bumbling-coot of a con artist is my favorite part. I read, recently, stadium sports was used to amp up the revelry for war. In fact, according to the Washington Post the anthem tradition allegedly began in Chicago before the NFL was founded. Meanwhile, Senate just passed a $700 billion in NDAA (New York Times Article) funding for the war machine - that is America... A bended knee at the military function, commonly known as NFL match-ups , is like having a traitor in their midst. See, Colin Kaepernick, being half-white and raised in a white household understands the war-related symbolism. He simply dog-whistled the Jingos and like wounded dogs, they are howling. The rest of us battle-weary Americans are waking from our poppy-field slumber (opioid crisis, my ass) and are no longer under the influence of the Powers-that-Be and their spells. We see you, WH Resident 45*. We see clearly the whole damn theatre.
  8. Unfortunately since 45 is president I'm forced to hear with the ravings of a lunatic. Why does anyone pay attention to anything Trump writes on Twitter. Who cares what 45 thinks about what players do in the NFL? He has no power, no jurisdiction, what he says does not matter. I'm mean I know it sell papers and drives traffic but sheesh...
  9. In addition the visualisation or meditation on two tarot csrds is done at a specific time. For one - two minutes. I have included a link from my partner.
  10. @Mel Hopkins There are two sides. The delineation looks at your situation from the following perspectives : your current situation , in terms of the relevant mental emotional, physical or financial states, what your previous approach was in relation to the question; the people, places and events that will be relevant; finally I create a visualisation that either will effect an internal or external change so the project moves forward. All of this comes from your unconscious. I also time past events to make certain the chart is live. In addition I have found that the current issue is related to the natal chart. So the delineation gives perpective and objective views of internal states and processes. Past querents have found the visualisation has the following properties : it describes literally or symbolically what is occurring or has been a reoccurring event; the technique they use to invoke their muse, what they are trying to bring to light. Let me know if any or all of this explanation is unclear. In addition the visualisation or meditation on two tarot csrds is done at a specific time. For one - two minutes.
  11. The Quiet Revolution: Black America's Solution for Complete Liberation, defies all mainstream tactics in Black America's war for equality and liberation from America's white supremacy oppression. Without marching, protesting or taking up arms, the Quiet Revolution disarms white America from weapons of racism and discrimination using an approach above their comprehension, political authority and legal jurisdiction. Not only will Black Americans benefit from this approach, but other minority groups also that have struggled against white supremacy for generations. The Quiet Revolution solves the issues of widespread unemployment, mass incarceration, political disenfranchisement, and also rebuilds Black character, image, and pride. The plan is laid out in simplified terms and is easy to implement. However, it cannot simply be read, it has to be done...Learn More
  12. Pioneer Game of Thrones is an incredible production, with great writing and acting. Each episode it better than most movies. Sure it is a product of the culture which produced it. Any culture is capable of great art.
  13. This Year Is The 100 Year Birth Of The Late Great Writer Gwendolyn Brooks. Brooks Was The First African American To,Receive The Pulitzer Prize., She Received Many Awards .She,Was Illinois Poet Laureate .Gwendolyn Brooks,Has Influenced Many People..Gwendolyn Brooks Was A Self Proclaim,,Non Religious Person.,In Religious Allusion She ,Comments On Religion ...Actor Chris Rock ,A Black Person Who Is Christian ,Don't Have A Good Memory ..Christianity Is White Man;s Religion Or Slave Plantation Religion Many Black People,Believe .Late Actress Butterfly McQueen,Who Played ,Scarlet Ohara's Maid ,In Gone With The Wind,,Was A Atheist ,Who Was Honored By The,Atheist Freedom From Religion Foundation..She Said,Her Ancestors Are Free From Slavery,She Is Free From Religion .Jesus,Is A Myth..If People Would Put Energy On Humanity ,Like They Do For Myth Of Jesus,They Would Be Less Hunger And,Homelessness . .She Was Puzzled,Christianity Encourages,Bigotry,Hatred And Irresponsibility..Yes,I Agree....
  14. Yes, Gwendolyn Brooks is a revered by poets throughout the country. Her name is kept prominent by Third World Press and Chicago State University, which is home of the Gwendolyn Brooks Center for Black Literature and Creative Writing. I was unaware of Brooks' views on religion, but that perspective does not surprise me.
  15. When was there parity anywhere or anytime on tbe planet. Judgements ranking and comparisons even happy in this discussion. I was just thinking thst perhaps society encourages these distinctions to both advance the society as a whole. And to exploit the "common" "man"
  16. You said we are Alpha Males , despite my initial rejection i realized you were correct. And was the first to acknowledge this. Alpha prime hee hee hee Del Which one of my assumptions did I ignore? My position wasn't that intellectuals DID NOTHING. To the contrary, they did TOO MUCH...lol ....but of the wrong thing. My position was that highly educated intellectuals tend to over analyze things (too much thinking) and most of their "solutions" are convoluted and impractical. I never said ALL of them did or were, which is why I used the terms "tend to" and "most". Huey Newton agreed with you which is why he didn't put Angela David in charge to intellectual. So another great thunder agrees with you. Ofcourse. The mark of a good leader is to place people where their talents can be of best use to the movement. Huey WAS a real leader and he came straight up from the streets so he had social experience necessary to influence and motivate the masses of Black people from the streets. Unfortunately his drug use had influence over HIM. Quo

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