Post Racial, Political Satire, Poor Taste
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Posted By: torin ellis on May 08, 2010 FEATURED Content I'm wondering if you saw the picture last week depicting the maturation of the Obama's into characters from the 1970's sitcom Sanford and Son. Let's just say that many in and out of the media are commenting. To see what the fuss was about, I searched for the Smithtown Messenger website, a small Long Island, NY newspaper with a modest circulation base. No luck -- looks like they are too small and that creating a website has not been within their budget. To see the image, do a quick search for [Obama photos in the Smithtown Messenger]. You're looking for a piece titled "Before and After" photo. Then, based on how you feel, give the newspaper a call and share your opinion on their piece. Yep, I'm about action...no time for a bunch of digital revolutionaries with a whispering voice. Speak up! Oh, I thought I'd share with you the newspapers statement of apology: "The publisher of the Smithtown Messenger regret [sic!] any offense taken by our readers at the photographic political satire depicting the current and past presidents on the editorial page in the April 29th, 2010 issue. While we have grave disagreement with the policies of the current Administration, we hold the office of President of the United States in great respect." Contact information: Attention: Phillip Sciarello Title: Managing Publisher and part-owner News Source: Smithtown Messenger Address: 127 East Main Street City: Smithtown State: NY - New York Zip: 11787 Phone: 631-265-3500 Fax: 631-263-3504 If you enjoyed this article, Join HBCU CONNECT today for similar content and opportunities via email! |
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torin ellis
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