Archive for February 2008
song of the week
Posted by: elledub08 on: February 29, 2008
I’ve been super nostalgic lately about 90s R and B and the memories it always seems to conjure up. I was about 11 or 12 when Soul 4 Real was the hot male group–they came way before B2K and all that.
Anyways, “Every Little Thing I do” was a follow up single to “Candy Rain”. I [...]
The Farrakhan Fiasco
Posted by: elledub08 on: February 29, 2008
The day after the most recent debate between Obama and Hillary a friend of mine sent me an article dissecting Tim Russert’s question about Louis Farrakhan’s endorsement of Obama. For those who missed it, here is a link:
The article talks about how several journalists have harped on Farrakhan’s support of Obama, [...]
Things of Note…
Posted by: elledub08 on: February 29, 2008
Sorry I’ve been so slow about updates, people–life is stupid busy right now–but here are some notes on a few things from the blogosphere and beyond:
Firstly this infuriating story out of South Africa. To sum it up, a group of White students at the University of the Free State forced Black employees to eat food [...]
Ralph Nader, you need to have a seat.
Posted by: elledub08 on: February 27, 2008
Seriously.
Why is this guy running?
First, he screws the 2000 Election. The votes that should have gone to Kerry went to Nader…and we all know what happened next.
Second, he decides it would be a splendid idea to announce his bid for the presidency right in the middle of one of the closest Democratic races in [...]
Yes, it’s Black History Month
Posted by: elledub08 on: February 27, 2008
I launched this new blog promptly following President’s Day, but also smack dab in the middle of Black History Month.
It’s amazing to me how many people don’t even know about the significance of this month. When I was a freshman in college, I met a girl on my dorm floor who had never heard of [...]
Next Week: Positive Visions of Africa
Posted by: elledub08 on: February 23, 2008
Another great event in DC for Black History Month…the documentary featured is sponsored by the Mamelodi Project.
Who:
The Mamelodi Project will be presenting the official preview of its upcoming documentary at the Africare House.
What:
Join us for food, raffle prizes, performances, photo galleries, and the official documentary preview.
When:
Wednesday, Feb. 27th; 6-8pm
Where:
Africare House [...]
song of the week
Posted by: elledub08 on: February 23, 2008
so if you know me, you know that the most important things in my life are God, family, and music. so of course this blog wouldn’t be complete without at least one music-related topic during the week.
so this week i’m introducing the song of the week…it’ll be cross genre, and with women’s history month coming [...]
i am malcolm x.
Posted by: elledub08 on: February 22, 2008
Yesterday marked the 43rd anniversary of the assassination of Malcolm X.
When I was in high school I took a class about America in the 1960s. That was when I was introduced to “The Ballot or the Bullet”, a speech of Malcolm’s from 1964. He was one of the most passionate, most sincere leaders of [...]
Morning Quickie: the Flashing Lights Dilemma
Posted by: elledub08 on: February 21, 2008
WARNING: not work safe
I’m actually pretty torn about this video teaser* for Kanye’s newest single, “Flashing Lights”
On one hand, it’s kinda cool to see a woman who has a body that a “regular gal” could have…not super skinny nor super toned. She is a far cry from the “skinny white girl” image we see [...]
KISS this Thursday.
Posted by: elledub08 on: February 21, 2008
no, really….i mean it:
For those of you in the DC Area…don’t miss this celebration of self-love and Keeping It Still in the Spirit. Particulars are below:
KIM and FRIENDS
invite you to
KISS
to self love and to black love…because you’re worth it!
KISS = A true mix and mingle for Washington’s Young Black Professionals…not your typical networking event.
Bring [...]
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