In November of 2012 Republicans were wholeheartedly defeated in the Presidential General Election. Barack Hussein Obama was elected for his second term as President of the United States. The Republican party has come to realize that one of the main reasons for their defeat was the lack of minority support for their candidate, Mitt Romney. If you look at the video below, you will understand why African Americans and people of color will have a very hard time identifying with the Republican Party and what they stand for. When Newt Gingrich spoke during one of the Republican debates of 2012, and he called President Obama a "food stamp president" he was met with a huge round of applause and acceptance of this racist rhetoric. It will be One Hundred Years before the majority of African Americans and people of color will even consider supporting the Republican Party. If you need more evidence of why people of color despise the Republican party, just look at the video below. We have been on a really extended hiatus. We are back now, rested, and ready to get our Tok on! | ArchivesCategories
I started out as a lanky black kid born in Chicago, and growing up in Meridian, Mississippi. I have the benefit of both Midwestern and Southern roots, and a minority perspective. Those culturally rich perspectives have become the backdrop for me and my identifying with the common person through political and social commentary.
Before and after college, I served my country in the Army for ten years. My military career deepened my resolve to stay connected to my country and community through civic involvement. Through writing, I hope to touch those around me and leave my footprint on the world. |
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