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Head Start Programs Forced to Release 70,000 Low Income Kids Out of Program

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Head Start Programs Forced to Release 70,000 Low Income Kids Out of Program

This is a shame that our government has to result to making cuts in one of the most critical areas. Low income children need this program. We surely hope they will make some kind of substitute for the parents and the children.

There will be 70,000 low income students who will lose out and released from the program. This is a result of the drastic reductions in funding triggered by sequestration.

AT2W Supports President Obama Now? Read and See Why!

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Obama’s Senior Advisor Valerie Jarrett says President Obama Has Not Abandoned Blacks

The perception of President Obama and his concern of backing of benefits for the Black community is that he has not done what he as for other groups. We do not hear in the news what he has put into place to benefit our community as we have  heard so publicly what has been fought for for Latinos, the gay community and other ‘interest’ or ‘special’ groups.

Widow of Civil Rights Leader Medgar Evers Will Give Opening Prayer at Obama’s Inauguration

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Widow of Civil Rights Leader Medgar Evers Will Give Opening Prayer at Obama’s Inauguration

Report from Washington Post:

President Obama has picked Myrlie Evers-Williams, widow of slain civil rights icon Medgar Evers, to deliver the invocation at his public swearing-in later this month. It is believed to be the first time a woman, and a layperson rather than a clergy member, has been chosen to deliver what may be America’s most prominent public prayer.

In a statement released by the inaugural committee, the president said the careers of Evers-Williams and Giglio “reflect the ideals that the Vice President and I continue to pursue for all Americans – justice, equality and opportunity.”
Also, In a statement issued by the Presidential Inaugural Committee, Evers-Williams said “it is indeed an exhilarating experience to have the distinct honor of representing” the civil rights era at the Jan. 21 event.
This year is the 50th anniversary of the murder of Evers, who was the NAACP’s Mississippi field secretary at the time of his death. Myrlie Evers-Williams spent decades fighting to win a conviction of her late husband’s shooter, and served as chairman of the NAACP in the 1990s.
“I would imagine that even people who are made somewhat uncomfortable by the allusions to religion in such public moments will find an invocation by the widow of a martyr to be moving and poignant,” said author Jon Meacham, who has written on religion in American history. “This is as unifying a gesture as a president could make, it seems to me.”

Obama’s Presidential Win Causes Twitter Meltdown of Donald Trump [Tweets]

Donald Trump's Twitter Rant for Obama Win

Obama’s Presidential Win Causes Twitter Meltdown of Donald Trump [Tweets]

Maybe if Donald Trump knew what to do with all of the billions he has in the bank, he’d being doing better things than making a spectacle of himself.

Here’s his twitter rant after the Obama re-election victory:

We can’t let this happen. We should march on Washington and stop this travesty. Our nation is totally divided! Lets [sic] fight like hell and stop this great and disgusting injustice! The world is laughing at us. This election is a total sham and a travesty. We are not a democracy!

Kitchen Aid Apologizes for Reckless Tweet About Obama’s Grandmother

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Kitchen Aid Apologizes for Reckless Tweet about Obama’s Grandmother

The picture provided explains it all. During the presidential debate, Kitchen Aid tweeted “Obama’s gma even knew it was going to be bad! She died 3 days b4 he became president.” Kitchen Aid did not provide any information or explanation as to why a tweet of such insensitive nature would be made from their company’s official twitter page, but after overwhelming complaints they released the following apology: “Deepest apologies for an irresponsible tweet that is in no way a representation of the brand’s opinion”.

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First Lady Michelle Obama to Appear On ‘Steve Harvey Show’ Airing Oct. 3rd

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Photo: First Lady Michelle Obama to appear on Steve Harvey Show

First Lady Michelle Obama to Appear On ‘Steve Harvey Show’ Airing Oct. 3rd

The ‘Steve Harvey Show’ show may have only debuted a month ago but Harvey has some heavy hitters appearing to kick of the show on NBC. He’s already had Bishop T.D. Jakes on a show speaking on forgiveness but now he will have the First Lady Michelle Obama will appear on Steve Harvey’s new daytime talk show.

Hobby Lobby to Sue President Obama Over ‘Morning After Pill’ Requirements

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Hobby Lobby sues President Obama

Hobby Lobby to Sue President Obama Over ‘Morning After Pill’ Requirements

Report from CBN:

The Christian-owned business Hobby Lobby Stores Inc. filed a federal lawsuit Wednesday challenging the president’s health care mandate that requires employers to provide contraception like the “morning after” pill in their health insurance plan.

The lawsuit claims the government is forcing the company’s owners “to violate their deeply held religious beliefs under threat of heavy fines, penalties, and lawsuits by providing a pill that when taken within 72 hours of unprotected sex, can terminate a pregnancy by as much as 89 percent.”

Rodney King Funeral: Many Remember A Man’s Life That Changed America Forever

Rodney King Funeral

Rodney King Funeral

Rodney King Funeral: Many Remember A Man’s Life That Changed America Forever

On Saturday, many gathered to remember and honor a man who was beaten senselessly by Los Angeles police in 1991. Rodney King’s funeral was eulogized by Rev. Al Sharpton this past weekend at Forest Lawn Cemetery in Hollywood Hills.

“People should not be judged by the mistakes that they make, but by how they rise above them. Rodney had risen above his mistakes. He never mocked anyone – not the police, not the justice system, not anyone.”

“He became a symbol of forgiveness,” Sharpton said.

Cyber Intelligence: C.I.S.P.A- You Need To Know About This

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Cyber Intelligence: C.I.S.P.A- You Need To Know About This

We have all heard of PIPA and SOPA but have you heard of CISPA? You may need to get informed on this one if you have not already.

Read below:

The House passed the Cyber Intelligence Sharing and Protection Act (CISPA) Thursday night, despite some controversy over how the bill addresses privacy and a threat of a veto from the White House.

The measure, designed to make it easier for the federal government and private sector to share cyber threat data with each other, was approved by a 248-168 vote.

CNN Interview with TD Jakes Sets Him Up to Speak On Eddie Long Scandal [VIDEO]

CNN video with TD Jakes on Eddie Long

CNN Interview with TD Jakes Sets Him Up to Speak On Eddie Long Scandal [VIDEO]

We have never really been a fan of Don Lemon of CNN but he did an outstanding job by sliding in the questions he wanted to address about recent sex scandals in America and namely about Bishop Eddie Long.