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We all know the problem with the Black community. We all know the problems of leadership. But, who is willing to step up and take the lead?
We, as parents and guardians, work hard to protect our children. But what are we allowing them to wear?
White supremacy has exposed their hand. What do we, as the Black community, do about it?
Our focus as a community is to focus on rebuilding our community at the grassroots level....no matter who the President is.
Jason Whitlock chooses to be a woodcutter for white supremacy. We need to honor the death of George Floyd by changing the narrative.
The pieces are already in place to eliminate the Black community in America. It's time to WAKE UP!
Pastors and preachers....the Solution to the problems in the Black community....is right in our hands.
Rapper Lil Nas X did a series of videos that blasphemously mocked Jesus Christ. Is he too far gone to be saved?
Many Black people were offended by Tyrese's Instagram post. I believe that they totally missed the point.
Dr. Umar Johnson claims that the Black Church intentionally keeps Black women single. I have to respectfully disagree.
How do you go from a boiling pot of water to a roaring flame? You do what Deobra Redden did.
A prominent Atlanta pastor claimed that Jesus Christ was out of order 85 percent of the time. THIS is a big problem. Salvation is on the line.
The Church is supposed to be God's instrument for change in our world. What is going on with the Church?
In this New Year, let's resolve to take care of our backyard first...and not be quick to critique and judge others.
Is the current generation of kids today doomed to destruction? Or should we do everything we can to help save them?
What can we do to restore the Black community back to greatness? Here's a little advice.
This little girl has the nerve to blame African people for our enslavement. But America proves otherwise.
The dating scene is a hideous conglomeration of human beings with ulterior motives. Here is the proof.
It's vital for everyone to read the Bible for themselves. Deception rules the land, and we need discernment to know the truth.
NOBODY deserves to be lowered to the status of a 'pet.' Let us to appreciate the person God created us to be.
Social media is blasting rapper Jay-Z for not loaning his cousin money. Let me explain why he made a very wise decision.
It's time for ALL Americans, of all races, to stand up for what is right. We need to know that there's a plan to take America back to the dark ages. We cannot afford that to happen.
One crisis. One bad decision. That's all it takes to send your family in a tailspin. How can you weather the storm...and survive?
Is it a crime to get something to eat at Denny's? It is if you are a Black truck driver in South Dakota, apparently.
We, as Black people, have a job to do. The only ones who can save the Black community are us!
Real men aren't looking for prostitutes. Hip-hop is, sadly, creating a fatherless generation with their words.
An 12-year old child was arrested for....being in the wrong place at the wrong time. Imagine that!
School boards are changing the curriculums to promote a Lost Cause theology. What can we do to ensure that the truth is told?
The experience of radio host Darlene McCoy shows me one thing: Go where you are respected, not just tolerated.
It takes courage to stand up to obvious blasphemy. And as the days go by, we'll need much more.
There's a great danger in putting yourself in the place of God. It's time for us to humble ourselves.
Warning: This episode contains graphic crime descriptions that may not be suitable for all listeners. Listener discretion is advised.
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis announced his bid for the Republican nomination for President. Here's why a DeSantis presidency is dangerous to our country.
The millennial generation is leaving the Church in record numbers. Here's what we can do to stem the tide.
Another day, another mass shooting. We need common sense gun safety laws to prevent tragedies like what happened in Allen, TX on Saturday.
The world looks at Black people in America and the world as a ratchet, savage, cursed people. I beg to differ.
Our lives can have purpose and impact...But it begins with the decisions we make today.
The arraignment of former President Donald Trump is perfectly fitting...considering his conduct against the Central Park Five thirty four years ago.
The Florida NAACP is considering a travel ban for the state of Florida due to the governor's racist, homophobic policies. What does a travel ban mean for the Black owned businesses in Florida and elsewhere, and will it benefit us?
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We have the greatest opportunity to rebuild our communities. But it begins with us.--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
A botched police raid in Rankin County, Mississippi ended in the near death of a Black man. The reason behind the raid is highly suspicious. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
What happened in Buffalo last year is a stark reminder of the importance of Black History in America's educational curriculum. But it begins with us.--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
The murder of Tyre Nichols shows the distinction between how White police and Black police are dealt with in incidents between the police and the citizens. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
I believe that reparations are needed to heal the rift between America and its citizens of color. But I believe that much more is needed. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Joe Biden's drug policies are proof that we, as Black voters, must do our due diligence on any candidate that desires our vote. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
As we celebrate Martin Luther King's birthday, let's discover how we can truly honor his legacy. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
The Houston Texans organization is a perfect example of a toxic environment. We can learn how to identify toxic enviroments- and the people in them- and eliminate them from our lives. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
As a former ex-convict, I owe it to myself to warn others about glorifying the street life.--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Racism, colorism and white supremacy are not problems unique to America. Unity is the only solution. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Corey Holcomb claims that Black people serve God out of the fear of hell. Today, I argue against his heresy.--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Racism still exists on our college campuses. A recent incident at the University of Missouri proves that it still exists. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Your boy, Rugrat, married the most beautiful girl last year. Here's my reflection on this glorious moment......--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
My thoughts on a viral photograph of Cowboys owner Jerry Jones that happened in 1957.--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
The fact that Senator Raphael Warnock is having a runoff against....Herschel Walker is quite comical. But there are serious implications to consider.
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The 'God' that runs the public school system is not diversity, inclusion and equity. Guess who REALLY runs the school system?
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Kayne West and Kyrie Irving are the latest victims of a strong, unified Jewish community. We must do the same.
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A Baton Rouge pastor plead guilty to stealing nearly $900,000 from his congregation. Why this is a reflection of the poverty and struggle within the Black community.
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If you want the best case scenario for an interaction between a citizen and the police- look no further than this example from a Hillsborough County traffic stop.
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Breaking News: The family of George Floyd is suing rapper Kayne West for defamation of character.
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An incident at Houston's Prospect Park is a sobering reminder to always be aware of our surroundings.
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My thoughts on Beyonce's new hit, "Church Girl" and the thottie culture.
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A man called 911 to report that his fries were cold. Now, he has bigger problems....
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Don't let these jackleg preachers guilt trip you out of your money!
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Racists take an incident, like this one is metro Atlanta, as a means to intimidate, harass and harm us.
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Here's a good example of what happens when you try to 'fake it till you make it.'
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Christian Walker is viral proof of the depths the Republican Party will stop to to promote their racist, homophobic, anti-American agenda.
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How can Black parents arm their children to enter a school system which cares nothing about them?
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My thoughts on the R. Kelly case and his sentence.
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My thoughts on Charlie Kirk's tweet about Juneteenth....and why we have a reason to celebrate.
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A teacher felt it was a good idea to give a Black student the 'monkey' award.
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Politicians and pundits claim that critical race theory is a threat to the American way of life. However, America faces a threat more insidious.
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A teacher in Rochester is under fire for his controversial teaching about slavery.
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As Black people, we need to understand that no group or political party can do for us what we can do for ourselves.
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My thoughts on the Will Smith/Chris Rock incident at the Oscars.
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Whenever a White person cries, Black people are in trouble. A California woman found this out on a Delta flight back home.
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RealMAGAHulk believes that the best way to invest in our communities is to have more police. I believe that there's a better way.
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This is a sad reminder to all of us that your choices don't affect just you.
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Racism didn't end with legislation...it just got more covert and cowardly. Here's what you can do to counter the racist tide that permeates the American school system.
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The life sentences given to Amhaud Arbery's killers proves that justice is not blind, but we must be careful. There are others that are waiting to strike. We must be vigilant.
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How we(I) can make this the best Christmas ever!
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The arrest of two former Torrance, CA police officers reveals a subculture that exists in police departments all over the country.
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Black men have been stigmatized, and even murdered, to preserve the stereotype of 'the virtuous and pure White woman.' Here's another example of what damage that stereotype produces.
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My plea to my people to leave the violence behind. To stop the self hatred and jealousy that permeates our communities today.
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An update on the trial of three men accused of murdering a Black man in Brunswick, Georgia continues with controversy.
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There's plenty of broke(n) athletes, singers, rappers and actors. What are you doing to prevent being a statistic?
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I'm grateful for conservative, racist people like Richard Spencer, Donald Trump, and Ben Shapiro. Why? Because I have a job to do.....
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People put signs in their yards all the time. But have you ever thought about the motivation for putting them up?
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Hip-hop artists like Lil Nas X are part of an agenda to demasculate Black boys. And the sad part is, it's working.
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The blasphemous, irreverent actions of Kevin Hart and Lil Dicky have sent many Christians in a righteous uproar. But our Lord and Savior warned us that these things would come.
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There are many who believe that our obedience to the Ten Commandments ended with the death of Jesus Christ on the cross. The Bible tells us a different story.....
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My thoughts on Da Baby and his 20-second, homophobic 'rant' at the Rolling Loud Festival in Miami.
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It takes a strong man to stand up for right under pressure. Salute to Harry Nunn and the Capital Police for preventing treason from taking place on January 6....
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We tend to shun people we don't like. Thank God that He never shunned anyone.....
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As Christians, we are responsible for, and will be held accountable for, what we hear. Sadly, they're so-called shepherds who are actually devouring the sheep....
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My thoughts on President Biden making Juneteenth a federally recognized holiday.
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There are some people in America who fear the truth so much, they're willing to go to great lengths to suppress it. But the truth marches on....
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It was a simple question that Mark Lamont Hill asked his guest? Why couldn't he give him a straight answer?
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It's been one year since George Floyd's untimely demise by racist Minneapolis police officers. What has changed in America since then, and how can we fix the problem?
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The world we live in is corrupt, poisoned with greed, evil and murder. This is what our children are dealing with today.
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Why hasn't Joe Biden, or any other President, passed a bill to protect Black people from police brutality? The answer lies within us.
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Recent incidents in school districts across America are proving their lack of concern for children of color.
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I, as a Black man, am grateful that Derek Chauvin has been found guilty. But our job is not done yet.
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As we celebrate the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ, let's reflect on the purpose of His death: our redemption.
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It's time for us to teach our boys to avoid this young man's attitude and thought process.
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My thoughts on the ongoing drama between Deshawn Watson, the Houston Texans and the legal system.
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Three Denver-area teens are facing multiple felony charges in a drug deal gone bad.
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A teacher in Lee County, Florida tried to define the N-word to a Black student....with horrifying results.
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My thoughts of the historic winter storm in Texas....as I lived it.
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As we consider our choice to accept or deny the COVID-19 vaccine, we must understand that our choice affects everyone around us.
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Racists think that they can hide from social media. Or, at least that's what country singer Morgan Wallen thought.....
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The murderers of Ahmaud Aubrey have made some unusual requests for their upcoming trial......
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With the uptick in police shootings, the strained relationship between law enforcement and citizens of color may reach a breaking point.
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A youth football coach in Georgia is in hot water for his brand of 'constructive criticism' that he administered to one of his players during a championship game.
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(Live From Self-quarantine!) Can we cure Covid-19? Yes, and the answer is quite simple.
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Can America truly be healed of its racist past? It can, but we all have a part to play.
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The deaths of rappers MO3 and King Von are a part of an intricate plan to destroy the Black community from within.
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My thoughts on today's election, and the implications for the Black and Brown community.
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Fonzell Baines stole $1.2 million from the state of California.....and left a paper trail of evidence.
Brothers, there are poor wanton creatures like this all over America. Act accordingly.
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The death of 21-month old N'yah could have been prevented. All it required is some basic human decency.
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Kentucky Attorney General Daniel Cameron is finding out, the hard way, the price you pay for being a coon.
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Relationships take time and effort to be great. You want a beautiful, gorgeous, Godly woman. What are you bringing to the table?
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My thoughts on a post by #biggmoneybadger.
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My warning to future 'G's' after an Arkansas man was sentenced to 835 years in prison for killing a police officer in a gang-related shooting.
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My thoughts on Christian Walker's Twitter posts on the Jacob Blake shooting.
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People like Candice Owens, Jason Whitlock and others exist in our community. It's time for us to call them out.... and respond accordingly.
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How should we, as Black people,respond in the wake of another police shooting?
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Today, the world grieves for Anisa Scott, whose plea to end the gang violence in Chicago went viral four years ago.
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The racist actions of a "Back the Blue" caravan at Friendship West Baptist Church spurs the Oak Cliff community into action.
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There's way too much information out there for us, as a community, to be in a low state. Somebody has to step up to the plate.
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President Trump's federal intervention in Chicago wouldn't be necessary if the Black community had effective leadership. Today, I'm calling them out.
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My thoughts on Democratic politicians calling for defunding police departments in the United States.
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My conclusion on Dr. Claud Anderson's dissertation on ending systemic racism in America.
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My thoughts on the N-Word: Who has the right to use it? Why do we keep calling ourselves that?
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My response to a question posed by @thecantonjones.
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My thoughts on the continuing drama between rap artist Future and his baby's mama, Eliza Reign.
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Today, I break down Dr. Claud Anderson's dissertation on ending systemic racism in America.
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A personal warning to conservative pundit Candice Owens, from me.
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My thoughts on the racial unrest in the country after the death of George Floyd by Minneapolis police officers.
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Jason Whitlock criticized NBA star LeBron James for his tweet on the Amaund Aubrey shooting. Well, let me step in for LeBron, if you mind....
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After selling out his homeboys to avoid federal prison, rapper Tekashi 69 seems to be 'livin' it up.' But what does it say about the Black community?
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Details of the arrests of Gregory and Travis McDaniel in Brunswick, Georgia.
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Stephanie Freeman, one of the Carrollton, Georgia teens involved in a racist Tik Tok video apologizes for what she said and believes that all Black people are created 'in the image of Christ.' But is her repentance genuine?
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With the pandemic breaking out in prisons and jails across America, governments are scrambling to protect its inmates and staff.
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My thoughts on the coronavirus outbreak.
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My twisted though on Kenneth Copeland's 'prophecy' concerning COVID-19.
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It's my birthday! Thank you for allowing me to muse....
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My thoughts on the coronavirus outbreak.
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Ladies and gentlemen, George Zimmerman is back....and not in a good way.
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There's a pastor who plans to sue the NFL for an 'offensive' halftime show. I have something to say about that.....
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My thoughts on the Gayle King interview with Lisa Leslie.....and all of the responses.
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My thoughts on Tomi Lahren's criticism of Jay-Z and Beyonce' refusing to stand for the National Anthem during the Super Bowl.
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My musings on the fragility of life.
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