The Problem With Black Republicans
It has become a norm in the Black community to vote democrat, even if we don’t know exactly who the candidate is. This is a major issue because members of the Democratic Party don’t always implement policies that benefit the Black community. Voting for democrats blindly is very harmful to the democratic process. Nevertheless, the [...]
Lawyer Strips To Pay Student Loans: What Would You Do?
Student Loans Have A Lawyer Stripping by Jessica Ann Mitchell MSNBC is running an online series that features different Americans struggling with the current economy. One such person is “Carla” a 30 something lawyer that has started stripping to pay off bills and student loans. She went from being a lawyer, to being laid off. [...]
Detroiters Protest Tavis Smiley and Cornel West Event
According to Detroit’s Channel 7 Action News, Detroiters are upset that Tavis Smiley and Cornel West were going to host an event at Detroit’s City Hall. Many have grown tired of hearing Smiley and West critique President Obama. Smiley and West are currently on a road trip titled the “Poverty Tour”. West explained the purpose [...]
The Hater Syndrome: Why is it so hard for some to support others?
By Jessica Ann Mitchell As a young Black business owner, I try to make sure that whatever I do is uplifting and helpful to my community. That being said, I recently launched a new website for Black bloggers called Black Bloggers Connect. The purpose of the site is to connect Black bloggers all over the [...]
Does Barack Obama Deserve the Black Vote in 2012?
by Robert Oliver Two curious banners hang on the building of the Los Angeles Sentinel, a major Black community newspaper. One banner says: “Neighbors, Community, and Friends: We must vote to re-elect President Barack Obama. Tell all your friends in the Red States too!” The other says: “Support our President.” In Chicago, Dr. C. Frances [...]
If R. Kelly …
If R. Kelly Pissed In A Little White Girl’s Face, He Would Be In Prison Right Now Written by LadyMaj This is a rant dedicated to the plight of sexually molested and abused little black girls everywhere. I love Marsha Ambrosius but I am really disturbed by her choice to go on tour with R. [...]
Abercrombie Creates Push-Up Bikinis For 7 year olds
Abercrombie Creates Push-Up Bikinis For 7-year-olds and causes a stir. Many feel that this type of clothing, especially in young girls, generates superficial perceptions of womanhood. It could also create early feelings of self doubt based on body images. Many parents are outraged by Abercrombie. Would you let your 7-year-old wear this bikini? Visit msnbc.com [...]
Little girl writes open letter to Lil Wayne, Causes online debate
The video description states: “Letter to Lil Wayne” is a direct statement of justice from Watoto From The Nile. Growing tired and fed up with the constant degradation of Black women inside of Hip Hop music, they voice their views and opinions on this melodic track. The Legaci Response: Watoto From The Nile- Letter [...]
Regina King says, Black Women Should Date Other Races
Regina King says, Black Women Should Date Other Races Regina King recently released an article on Vibe.com about Black women and our need to explore our options in mates. She believes that black women should stop limiting ourselves to Black men. According to her, dating only Black men lowers our likelihood of finding love. King [...]
Black people naturally unintelligent? One Harvard student seems to think so!
Black people naturally unintelligent? One Harvard student seems to think so! The Legaci Staff A private email found its way in the middle of a firestorm. Six months ago, Stephanie Grace attended a private dinner that included a controversial conversation. The topic was affirmative action. Somewhere in this conversation, the genetic predisposition of African Americans [...]
The Death Of Myspace: Are you still using it…
The Death Of Myspace: Are you still using it… A few weeks ago a friend of a friend asked me what I was doing on my computer. He said, “ What are on? Twitter? Myspace? Facebook?” I looked up from my computer with a confused look on my face and stated with a part laugh, [...]
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