"I am getting tired about hearing about Obama!!" a quote from a commentary to one of my blogs.
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Posted By: Marta Fernandez on September 26, 2008 I have to smile. Yes, we are inundated daily with political rhetoric about this election. The only difference? It involves us. One of our own. Been waiting 400 years. I think I will just grit my teeth and gladly "bear it." If Black churches are extolling from the pulpit to vote for Obama as opposed to just voting, then the same problems that the Evangelicals are facing,they will also face. If the IRS decides to penalize these churches, who will be affected the most? Yes we get weary, but we cannot stop now. We are his supporters..imagine how he feels having to manage and unprecedented campaign? what Black mentor does he have? I understand that we may get weary, but we cannot let it get us down. This is our fight. Not just his fight alone. I understand it now and I understood it in 1968 when my godmother, who is Dominican, responded to my dismay regarding King's assassination, by saying "he was a trouble maker." Yes, Obama the trouble maker. I have been tagged, accused of being a troublemaker by both whites, and Blacks, I dare say I am nowhere near the stature of these two men, but if defending injustice anywhere makes me a "troublemaker" well, I humbly accept the label. Stay strong..it will soon be over. Just so everyone understands this who is not familiar with my blogs, my work on the Obama campaign, my passion or has not clicked on my pictures with my 92-year-old mom registering voters!! This blog was written in a satirical style. Definition : : a literary work holding up human vices and follies to ridicule or scorn 2 : trenchant wit, irony, or sarcasm used to expose and discredit vice or folly If you enjoyed this article, Join HBCU CONNECT today for similar content and opportunities via email! |
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Jennifer, it doesn't appear that you actually read Marta's blog.
Friday, September 26th 2008 at 7:21PM |
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The students of the Dubois-Diggs Sociology Society (DDSS) in the Department of Sociology and Anthropology at Morgan State University has been participating in an Active Voter's Movement and is asking students across the country to participate in a joint "Get out the Vote" rally during the week of September 29-October 3,2008. Students are asked and encouraged to join together on their campuses in a non-partisan rally to inspire voters to participate and to register those who have not been registered to vote for the November 4th general elections. The main goal is to inspire the youth to get involved in this historical presidential election, in their communities, on their campuses, and to become more politically aware. Voting is pertinent; therefore, we have to stress the significance of voting and being active. In addition to the rally, the Dubois-Diggs Sociology Society has planned several events in an attempt to make a difference in this year's presidential elections. On Tuesday September 23, 2008, a forum was held, "History in the Making", which informed students about each candidate, their platforms, and the history of the political parties. There will also be debate viewings on October 2, 7, and 15 for the students to view in the University Student Center at Morgan State University and a community canvassing project will take place to register and encourage residents of Baltimore City to vote. A book club discussion will begin on October 30, 2008 where students discuss one of the presidential candidate's books. The last activity to complete the Active Voter's Movement will be the community canvassing project prior to Election Day. We invite you to come out, support, and participate in our rally on Thursday October 2, 2008 from 11 am until 1pm. We are also asking you to organize a rally on your campus Address and details for MSU rally: Morgan State University In front of Soper Plaza (former library) 1700 East Cold Spring Lane Baltimore, MD 21251 For more information about the Active Voter's Movement at Morgan State University email Professor Pratt-Harris - natasha.prattharris@morgan.edu. ****The November 4th Election is less than 40 days away - please join MSU in a joint rally on your campus - Thursday October 2nd! Saturday, September 27th 2008 at 6:21AM |
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Does that mean we should all go vote for Ralph Nader now? ROFLOL Don't swat me; you're 2 funny
Saturday, September 27th 2008 at 10:26AM |
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Witty, Wit...lol Good job and I shall board that plane with you, Sis. Saturday, September 27th 2008 at 12:56PM |
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