Stefan

@Pioneer1 Dude, just answer my questions. You've already proven you're a dullard when it comes to current affairs. Now, how many Blacks have left California because YOU demanded they do so? How many Haitians have dropped their beliefs in Christianity to adopt worship of African spirits? You don't think Blacks should run for elective office? Wes Moore is now Maryland's Governor. Unlike Arizona Republican phony Kari Lake, this guy actually won his gubernatorial race and was just inaugurated. Wes Moore is Maryland's new Governor

According to Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, the history of the Black Race in the U.S. has no educational value and should not be taught. This must come as a surprise to all the closet Republicans in these Discussion groups. It must also be a kick in the shorts to those with blinders on who claim Florida can't be racist because the state has a population that is diverse, beaches and lots and lots of sun. DeSantis administration rejects Advanced Placement course in African American Studies The rejection of an Advanced Placement African American Studies course follows efforts by DeSantis to overhaul Florida’s educational curriculum to limit teaching about critical race theory. In 2021, Florida passed a law that banned teaching the concept, which explores the history of systemic racism in the United States and its continued impacts. The law also banned material from The 1619 Project, a Pulitzer Prize-winning project by The New York Times to reframe American history around the arrival of slave ships on American shores. In 2022, DeSantis also signed a bill restricting how schools can talk about race with students, according to CNN. What does one expect from the administration of a White guy, who when facing Tallahassee Mayor Andrew Gillum in the gubernatorial race, he insulted his opponent's Blackness by actually warning Florida voters: "Don't monkey this up." DeSantis has also claimed, with no proof, that ISIS was recruiting from Black Lives Matter and believes the Three Fifths Compromise was a good thing. For those who forgot their middle school history, The Three Fifths Compromise was reached at the 1787 Constitutional Convention and determined that every enslaved American would be counted as three-fifths of a person for taxation and representation purposes. This agreement gave the Southern states more electoral power than they would have had if the enslaved population had been ignored entirely. I wonder what this schmuck will come up with when he runs for the White House in 2024. But some Black people have the frigging nerve to defend this racist jerk.

This statement: That's a whopper of a claim. Now, let's see some proof. By the way, just how many Blacks have left California at your urging? I know you don't want to answer the question. But as long as you keep posting goofy and unprovable nonsense, you're going to be called on it.

When one kicks over rocks, all kinds of snakes can come crawling out.

@ProfD I am with you. BTW, those were not my pics. A good FB pal of mine dug those out. Just as I have been doing for years, he has been warning everyone about the deviousness and hatred that Republicans have for Blacks, Latinos and the working people of this country. It's shame that so many People of Color are fooled by them.

Cynique, Only those who worry about the stars are concerned with the green comet. I never looked to the heavens for omens. Some may be frightened by sights in the skies, but I am not.

Nels, The Governor of Florida has determined that the History of Black people has no educational value. Ron DeSantis is the dude Black people need to wary of and I said this more than a year ago. Hurry on back to your cave of futility. You've never posted words of import to anyone except those who are trying to do us all in.

Cynique, No truer words have been spoken.

Cynique: Try reading the Bible account at Matt 1: 18-25. It is the Apostle Matthew who labeled the three men who came from the East as astrologers in Matt. 2:1. He actually used the Greek word ma’goi to describe those who visited Jesus. The word likely refers to experts in astrology and other occult practices. In the eastern tradition, as many as 12 men made the trip. But in the western tradition, the number is set at three. They were never called kings. Spiritism is condemned in Deuteronomy 18:10-12. Just because the Bible mentions Spiritism, this does not mean it is approved. The same is true of magic. This practice is also condemned. And just because the Bible mentions astrology does not mean the God of the Israelites approved of it. The same is true of rape. It is mentioned several times in the Scriptures. But that does not mean God is okay with it. Now, about the star? Where did it lead the astrologers to? It led them to Jerusalem where they met up with King Herod. From the prophecies in the Hebrew scrolls, Herod knew he would soon have a rival. So, he wanted to kill the baby Jesus. It was Herod and not the star, that directed the astrologers to Bethlehem. All Israelites knew knew their Messiah would be born in that city. So, Herod told the astrologers after they found Jesus to come back let him the baby's location because he, too wanted to do obeisance to the child. But Herod wanted to kill him. There were neither airlines, nor bullet trains back then. It took more than minute to find the child. By the time, the astrologers found Jesus, he was a toddler and living in a house. This is why after the astrologers left to return to the east, Herod realized he had been tricked. And enraged, he order the slaughter of all boy babies two years and under. Do you really think God wanted that done?

A green comet, eh? And some think it's a bad omen? Well, it's been visible since Jan. 12. But it's just a comet that is tinted green. It has no special significance and neither does any other. One thing to consider it that the Old Testament condemned Spiritism as well as those who look for omens. "For example, never sacrifice your son or daughter as a burnt offering. And do not let your people practice fortune-telling, or use sorcery, or interpret omens, or engage in witchcraft, or cast spells, or function as mediums or psychics, or call forth the spirits of the dead. Anyone who does these things is detestable to the Lord. It is because the other nations have done these detestable things that the Lord your God will drive them out ahead of you." - Deut. 18:10-12 Many believe in Astrology. But Astrology could not save the Third Reich. Heinrich Himmler reportedly didn't make a move without consulting his horoscope. But the stars didn't help the boss of the Nazi's SS at all. Neither could Astrology save ancient Babylon. Nabonidus, was devoted to the Moon God Sin, according to Britannica dot com. According to the Bible, the fortified city fell in one night to Cyrus the Persian. After he was captured, Nabonidus was sent into exile. But his son, Belshazzar, was killed the night the Medes and the Persians took the city. I doubt something this momentus will occur because of this green comet.

I am not confused. I know exactly what he wrote. Europe is no longer assertive to acquiring territory outside of the continent. But its various nations want to enlarge and expand the market share of its corporations and their products. However, Imperialism is not dead at all. It's main driver is China. China's Imperialism poses a real threat to Black Africa Now, answer my questions, Mr. Know It All. Stop ducking. You made certain claims. Now, back them up or admit you are wrong.

The European Imperial era has already ended. Although Russia is making a try at absorbing a former territory and facing stiff opposition. The reason it has ended is because global corporations have tossed nationalism into the dust bin and opted for riches. The world needs to fear China.

Answer my questions which you always duck. And no one can stop the cocaine trade because there is too much money to be made from it. The reason cocaine was not much of a problem in Castro's Cuba is because the risks outweighed the rewards. You run afoul of the Bearded One, death is usually your punishment. But I am sure come Cubans in Cuba used cocaine because their ruler ran the trade. But one man actually claims that Fidel Castro himself was a cocaine trafficker. And intelligence sources agree. Which makes awesome sense. What better way to get back at his U.S. enemies than to ruin them with cocaine? Fidel Castro was a cocaine trafficker Now, if you want more details ... https://www.washingtonpost.com/archive/opinions/1999/02/01/cuba-and-cocaine/378f08a2-75ea-4a6a-a07e-481a57ce078a/ Now, how many Blacks have moved out of California because you said they should? How many Haitians have given up their western beliefs to return to worshiping African spirit deities as you demand?

Will Smith is an incredible actor. I just cannot believe he actually slapped Chris Rock who was picking on a woman who suffered hair loss due to an illness.

Cite proof. Post a link from an academic or anthropological source that says this. I am discussing Black African Slaves and I know a few regions of Africa suffered the loss of people to slave traders. Those who lived in North Africa were not Black. East Africa's forgotten Slave Trade

I knew all about the protests against Netanyahu's Right Wing coalition government. However, I understand that posters to this discussion group should be concerned with issues and information that pertain to the Black Community. So, I never mentioned it. And by the way, that was the second Israeli protest against the new government. I have no idea why some Black people fail to understand why news of a legitimate and peaceful protest against Israeli policy should never be combined with a call to destroy Israel. Because one is ignoring the 80,000 people in Israel who are actually clamoring for their country to do the right thing. This is similar to Islamic terrorists, such as Al-Shabab, who kidnap school girls, kill government troops and threaten the tourism industry in Africa leading to many Whites demanding the complete extermination of all Black Africans. They are both illogical positions.

This is not a question of displaying keen interest. It is a matter of being aware. Some people don't get having a passing interest in something such as me caring about women's fashion. I don't think about that. But I cannot get away from it since this topic, as well as photos pertaining to it, are all over the news media.

Most of the complaints over this sculpture came from White people, such as writers and editors of the New York Post. These are individuals who love to make excuses for the criminals and wrongdoing among Whites. However, they think they can lecture and determine what is good or bad for Black people. I always ignore them. And no, the sculpture does not resemble a penis.

There is a chitload of trauma we must still face, thanks to these dumb ass Republicans. But you will always be honored.

Anthropologists, historians and those who dig deep into ethnicities mostly determine that although many Black Slaves were kidnapped from western Africa and taken to the Western Hemisphere, about a third were transported east to the Arabian peninsular. Here is one post on the subject, but I am certain you guys can find many more. The Arab Slave Trade

Israelis did not mistreat Ethiopian Jews after Israel they took the time to rescue many from the northeastern African nation. That was not the policy of the government. In fact, many Ethiopian Jews were greeted with raucous celebrations upon their arrival. However, in the years since then, individual Israelis, mostly settlers, have taken it upon themselves to mistreat them. And in some cases, this mistreatment is brutal and humiliating. Despite this, some Ethiopian Jews have joined the Israeli Defense Forces and were awarded medals for their bravery in combat. Even Binyamin Netanyahu has praised them at times and demanded an end to the racism, harassment and criticism they face. This was during his first go-around as Prime Minister. Israel's Bibi gives props to Ethiopian Jews. demands end to racism But Ethiopian Jews remain the poorest, least educated and are not offered the same opportunities as other Israelis. I have not read of any forced sterilization. But if you read about it, post a link to prove your claims. There is little doubt that Palestinians are treated much worse than Ethiopian Jews.

I never said that Blacks should be interested in the Middle East. What I said is that more Blacks are going to die in the Middle East. And this is due to another war pushed by Israel. I am not the first to say this. Plenty of others have as well. And it has little to do with anyone's personal interest. This is why I abhor those who post pseudo-history without any proof, fail to offer links and concentrate on crap like celebrities which does help the Black Community. Kenneth, I applaud you for knowing about PNAC. Most don't and when it comes to the Middle East, they often generalize and posit little understanding of how we got where we are. In 1979, Andrew Young was forced to resign as U.S. Ambassador to the U.N. in 1979 for meeting with a representative of the PLO. African Americans were put on the defensive by angry supporters of Israel who said Blacks have no business discussing MidEast affairs. But Rev. Jesse Jackson pushed back and warned that African Americans have no choice but to be aware of what goes on the Middle East because their people will be among the first to die in that region's conflicts. I knew exactly what he was referring to. Blacks join the U.S. military in high numbers, often as they decide their ultimate future or many sign up for a career. It was not a silly choice after the Vietnam War ended. That's when the U.S. military began airing commercials touting "Be ... All That You Can Be" along with promises of money for college which often eludes young Blacks and Latinos because of their financial constraints. So many Blacks, Latinos and poor Whites did sign up. But little did anyone know that Israel would begin championing total control of the Middle East. Likud Party officials began maneuvering behind the scenes in Washington, D.C., to get the U.S. to launch wars on behalf of Israel. Even before George W. Bush took office in 2001, their allies in the U.S., (the NeoCons), openly admitted they wanted to replace Middle East dictatorial regimes with democracies. One had to be a fool not to realize the countries NeoCons targeted - Iraq, Syria, Iran and even Saudi Arabia, were enemies of Israel. The Neocons planned to begin with Saddam’s Iraq, seen as the weakest opponent, the elimination of which would pave the way for regime change elsewhere. They first took their plan, the PNAC to Bill Clinton who promptly told them to shove it. Pissed off, the NeoCons got Israeli Mossad agent Linda Tripp to coerce a love sick Monica Lewinsky to tell all about her semen stained dress. That move crippled Clinton for the rest of his presidency. In comes Dubya, one of the dumbest men to become POTUS. Donald Trump is the most ignorant. Dubya had no idea there were differences in beliefs between the Shi’ite and Sunni Muslims. By removing Saddam, who was a Sunni, Bush allowed the majority Shi’ites to gain control of Iraq. And the Shia immediately formed a tight link with their Shi’ite brethren who rule Iran. About U.S. 4,550 military members and 3,793 contractors were killed in Iraq between March 2003 and October 2018, according to various databases I've perused. There is no racial breakdown of these numbers. According to Iraq Body Count, (https://www.iraqbodycount.org/) about 288,000 Iraqi civilians have been killed due to the U.S. invasion since 2001. Estimates by PLOS Medicine Journal suggested 405,000 civilian deaths since the U.S. invasion. That’s a little more than the population of Bakersfield, Calif. The link is: https://journals.plos.org/plosmedicine/search?filterJournals=PLoSMedicine&q=iraq civilian deaths&utm_content=a&utm_campaign=ENG-467 But this is only part of the human real carnage. By taking out Saddam, al Qaeda had no real opposition and simply moved into Iraq. They’ve been there ever since and had an outsized influence in the creation of ISIS. Which has killed thousands of Black Africans in a never ending holy war against the West. For those who may not know, ISIS in Iraq was initially comprised of Sunni Muslims who were forced out of power in Iraq by the U.S. military. They're not finished causing damage. And Because Israel cannot possibly invade and occupy Iran, which is huge in land mass, it needs the U.S. That is what Jesse was warning about in 1979. Our people will likely be in the thick of this nonsense.

Now that he is back in power, Israeli Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu is hoping he can convince President Biden to join an attack on Iran, ostensibly to stop Iran from building a nuke. Haven't we heard Bibi's bullcrap before? For two years, Netanyahu told reporters and correspondents that Saddam Hussein's Iraq was building a nuke. And that Iraq was filled with all sorts of dastardly Weapons of Mass Destruction. But Iraq was NOT building a nuke. And it did not have large stockpiles of WMD's. Because none were ever found. However, insistent Bibi was able to convince the U.S. news media, Right Wing Christians and warmongers in the West of his sincerity by holding numerous press conferences where he used a pointer on various maps and graphs to mask his real intentions: Using the U.S. military in a series of wars and invasions to crush Israel's enemies. The first would be Iraq, then Syria and finally Iran. It was called "The Project for the New American Century" and it was not a conspiracy. If you've never heard this before you must have missed this on Ted Koppel's "Nightline." Here are two links: The Project for the New American Century https://www.wanttoknow.info/020907pnacprojectnewamericancentury Know what worries me? As in the Iraq War, many Black and Latino Americans in the military will end up forfeiting their lives and their future health in this insane chit. While the ones who cheer sit safely on the sidelines.

Since the demise of the Roman Empire in the west, Tunisia was always associated with Islam and never suffered centuries of European Imperial rule. It is France that dominated North Africa in the latter part of the 19th Century. France is but one country and its government in Paris proved a major influence in the affairs of Algeria. Not Tunisia, which is where fabled conqueror Hannibal Barca is from.