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  1. Most children are born to a mother and father. Parents should be the 1st teachers of their children. The rest of the village provides instruction through a highly functioning structure and environment i.e. community.๐Ÿ˜Ž
  2. I have an idea of what backward looks like. History infoms us. However, I haven't seen or heard the plan for what forward means or how it should look for Black folks. I'm not interested in understanding it better by and by or when we all get to heaven and see the sky fairy and his son.๐Ÿคฃ๐Ÿ˜Ž
  3. Every generation feels similarly about their most productive time period. Black music constantly evolves. I believe our natural creativity along with environment and technology fuels it. Laws have toughened up to keep men from violating women even their own wives, girlfriends and side pieces. Still, a man knows when a woman really wants him. There's no misunderstanding or confusion. She will tell him and/or take matters into her own hands or elsewhere. ๐Ÿ˜Ž
  4. Resident agnostic.๐Ÿ˜ A human being doesn't have to be religious to know the difference between good and evil (bad). Just a matter of living long enough to see and/or experience the difference.๐Ÿ˜Ž
  5. Shame on you checking out another man's wife through your TV screen.๐Ÿคฃ๐Ÿ˜Ž
  6. See that's just it...there shouldn't be such a role to play. The genesis of that mentality is evil.๐Ÿ˜Ž
  7. Women will listen to a strong man, one who's proven to be provider, protector and leader. Women can see that white men control all levers of power and resources throughout the planet. Their strength is projected everywhere and in everything. Whether consciencely or not, people have the most respect for the primary benefactor of their survival when it comes to jobs, shelter, food, clothing, etc. Then, there is the fear factor. Folks know white men will destroy them without blinking an eye. Otherwise, there's no shortage of men of color to whom women are listening to while grinning and smiling as well. If a man doesn't have that level of respect especially from his own women, he needs to check himself.๐Ÿ˜Ž
  8. Most people will accept some form of a benevolent dictatorship which is a combination of control (laws/rules) and leadership. We see examples of benevolent dictatorship in families, business, government, military, education, etc. Socialism could work similarly. Oppression is a negative use of power, influence and resources to insure that a group of people never rise above a certain station. The fundamental question to ask oneself is how would it feel to be confined to a prison for no reason. Human beings should not be oppressing each other regardless of anything else i.e. gender, race, ethnicity, culture, religion, etc. Human beings should be loving the h8ll outta each other. It's really that simple. Convoluted by evil BS (greed, envy, jealousy, hate, etc.). ๐Ÿ˜Ž
  9. Easy bro. While threads get plenty views, the number of active participants in discussions here is small. I often feel like a retired guy sitting in his favorite armchair at the local coffeeeshop waiting for others to show up.๐Ÿ˜ Hopefully, I didn't run the regulars away. I know I don't look crazy or smell funny.๐Ÿคฃ๐Ÿ˜Ž
  10. https://www.cnn.com/politics/live-news/dnc-harris-trump-campaign-news-08-23-24/index.html Robert F. Kennedy Jr. (RFK Jr.) dropped out of the POTUS race today. He's having his name removed from the ballot in 10 battleground states. In what should not be a shock or surprise, RFK Jr. is throwing his support behind former POTUS Orange Julius. After masquerading as an Independent candidate, RFK Jr. has fully revealed himself leaning to the Right. It has been said that RFK Jr. may be looking for a seat in the administration if former POTUS OJ wins the election in November. The reality show that American politics has become is in full swing.๐Ÿ˜Ž
  11. Two things will remain true, 1) Democrats will continue sending US dollars to Israel and Ukraine and 2) VP Harris has already stated that she won't do anything to help Black people specifically. IOW, under a new administration, the status quo will remain unchanged. Just a different person sitting in the Oval Office.๐Ÿ˜Ž
  12. Well, if Africa is any indication of Black folks being in control and superiority, we can clearly see how it looks.๐Ÿคฃ Black folks aren't a monolithic group. We have many tribes amongst us. Unfortunately, Black folks do not have a level of communication and unification among our people to break the chains of racism white supremacy. Regardless of the Black tribes and whoโ€™s speaking for it, that system definitely affects each and every last one of us throughout the planet. I realize it's easier to find a relatively safe spot on the prison yard and chill or be given just enough crumbs to feel a sense of freedom. The smoke snd mirrors provide the illusion of inclusion. The reality is that here in 2024, Black folks still aren't totally free from the system of racism white supremacy. There's no good reason why we as people shouldn't live under a system of justice. "Life isn't fair" is a cop out. Right up there with believing a sky fairy gonna solve all problems here on earth. ๐Ÿ˜Ž
  13. Not surprised this murder hasn't been solved. The case will fade to black. Folks will move on with their lives until it happens again.๐Ÿ˜Ž
  14. Black folks have never wanted to control America nor has Black supremacy been codified. Some Black folks do want to replace racism white supremacy with a system of justice.๐Ÿ˜Ž
  15. VP Kamala Harris as Democratic nominee for POTUS did an excellent job in her DNC acceptance speech. She handled the business.๐Ÿ˜Ž
  16. VP Kamala Harris as Democratic nominee for POTUS did an excellent job in her acceptance speech. VP Harris wore her trademark power suit. Her voice wasn't overly annoying. She didn't cackle. She handled the DNC business.๐Ÿ˜Ž
  17. Rev. Al Sharpton and exonerated men from the Central Park 5 were at the DNC tonight. Somebody needs to tell Sharpton he has already won the Ozempic Olympics. Nobody else gonna lose as much weight. He also needs to give his head a chance to catch up with the rest of his body.๐Ÿคฃ๐Ÿ˜Ž
  18. You definitely have not missed anything. The coverage is enough. A cascade of speeches and musical entertainment. ๐Ÿ˜Ž
  19. The DNC is a political pep rally. It's a well produced show to celebrate members and entertain the base and try to pull in independent and undecided voters.๐Ÿ˜Ž
  20. No different from white conservatives who want to roll the country back 100 years. Black folks have suffered under the system of racism white supremacy for more than 400 years and counting. This country was built on racism. Impossible to get around an incontrovertible fact because it is ongoing. Politicians on both sides of the aisle pander to the Black vote. Not Asian or Hispanic or other. They specifically want to know what they can do to get the Black vote. Black folks should not pledge allegiance to either political party. We need to define our interests and support politicians who can deliver on them. Black folks need to 1) form our own political party and 2) get something tangible for our vote.๐Ÿ˜Ž
  21. Big money pulls the strings on the whole political system. Very few politicians are exempt.๐Ÿ˜Ž
  22. Many of us have always believed neither political party has served Black folks well. Abraham Lincoln didn't free slaves because he cared about Black folks. The racist LBJ signed the Civil Rights Bill but he didn't give a d8mn about Black folks. Both political parties only do that which is politically expedient when it comes to Black people. The primary objective of both political parties is maintaining the system of racism white supremacy. The warped aspect of it is that both political parties can get Black folks to serve as wardens, officers and trustees in the prison. Black folks need to break from the status quo and form their own political party.๐Ÿ˜Ž
  23. The Obamas gave excellent speeches in support of nominee VP Kamala Harris in her bid for POTUS. I believe former POTUS Bill Clinton will be the keynote speaker tonight.๐Ÿ˜Ž
  24. The DNC didn't steal the nomination from POTUS PJB. They saw him struggling in the ring after his debate performance and a few missteps. They correctly pulled him out of battle and promoted a stronger alternative. The DNC crowd is highly energized in standing behind POTUS PJB as he continues to do the job and passes the torch to VP Kamala Harris as Democratic nominee. IMO, the DNC redeemed themselves very well compared to where they were a month ago.๐Ÿ˜Ž
  25. @aka Contrarian, figured you relatively close to the action. Far enough away to not be impacted by traffic and tourists and protesters. ๐Ÿ™‚ Very cool that your daughter will be in the mix at the United Center. Hopefully, she can catch some tea to spill.๐Ÿ˜ After speaking past midnight, POTUS PJB hopped on a plane and landed in Cali early this morning for a vacation. The Obamas will be among the speakers scheduled tonight. Of course, I'll be tuned in to hear them sell the program.๐Ÿคฃ๐Ÿ˜Ž

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