The Bradys Go Gospel

So I know this is random, but these guys can SANG! Take note Ashanti and Keyshia - when you can TRULY sing, you can rift and run all throughout the phone book and it'll still sound good.

Now is it just me, or does the second dude who sings look like "Junior Kyle" from "My Wife & Kids"? I'm just saying...

Throwback Video of the Week

Ok, I can't even front - I've been watching "Family Matters" on Nick At Nite. One of last week's episodes was the one when Steve promised Johnny Gill a valuable baseball card (don't ask me which one, I don't watch baseball like that) if he'd come over and sing to Laura. I'd forgotten all about that episode, but when I saw Johnny prancing around in that purple silk outfit, the memories came rushing back. So, this week's Throwback video is Johnny Gill's "My, My, My." Enjoy!

See, This Is Why The Babies Can't Read!

Photo used courtesy of Mediatakeout.com

Now, I'm not a parent, so I'm not here to tell anyone how to raise their kids. I do know, however, that no newborn should EVER be dressed like this!

The blame for this f-ery (I'm trying not to cuss) lies solely on the shoulders of the parents...and BET! I guarantee in 5 years, Lil Man will know each and every word to the newest I-Pain* song (if he's lasted this long, the music industry is clearly on the decline, and it'll only get worse), but the jury is still out on whether or not he'll know his ABC's.

I couldn't make this stuff up, even if I tried.

* From this point on, "singer" T-Pain shall be referred to as I-Pain - tell me your eyes don't hurt after looking at him!

Parkin' Lot Pimpin '08

Ok, I know the economy is pretty bad, and gas is like $40 a gallon but there is no, I repeat NO reason for this foolishness! Note to all couples - if you can't afford a nice ceremony, take your tails to the nearest courthouse, politician's office, Grandmama's living room, etc. and just have a small civil ceremony. What makes this so bad is the fact that, while the attire isn't runway chic, in the whole scheme of things, the wedding party doesn't look bad. I'm almost certain that they paid a visit to David to get these gowns, but they could be (trust me, I've seen) a lot worse! AND, what makes this really bad is the fact that this is happening in the great state of New Jersey! Somebody get Corzine on the line - we need a resolution (literally)! This level of foolishness is inexcusable, and today I CAN'T!

Desperation and Lies Will Get You Nowhere, Hillary

I am overjoyed right now! Seriously, as I've said before, I always kind of thought that I'd see a black president during my lifetime, but never did I think it would be now. As a political staffer, I understand how nasty politics can get, especially during an election year, but the actions of Hillary Clinton have ranged from desperate and petty, to downright untruthful. It's refreshing that the American people were able to see through her delusions, and attitude of entitlement, and make the right choice. And I mean, I understand that she expected to clinch the Democratic nomination. She was a good first lady and she's a tough cookie, and for that I applaud her. But I think it goes deeper than that. I think she took one look at Barack Obama, and her true roots showed. She convinced herself that she was the best candidate. Well honey, today (and really, throughout this entire primary process) the voters showed otherwise. Make sure you all show up in November - YES WE CAN!

I also have a few choice words for the shady black politicians who opted to suck up to the Clintons and ride this out till the end. It was disgusting to hear these men and women go on and on about how Hillary was the best candidate. Why? Nobody could give a good reason. They were all so quick to point out that they wouldn't vote for Obama, simply because he's black. Why not? I guarantee if qualified Chinese-American candidate had been in the race, the Chinese community would have rallied around him or her. Why? Because that's what you're SUPPOSED to do! There's nothing wrong with wanting to support one of your own - as long as he or she is qualified. Indian-Americans would have supported a qualified Indian candidate, as would Korean-Americans and a number of other groups. This kind of self-hatred, that was demonstrated by a number of the black politicians (on all levels) who opted to support Hillary over Obama, is precisely what continues prevent us as a people from ever truly claiming the America we deserve. Y’all had better get over your jealous attitudes, and do it quickly! We have to empower OURSELVES!

So Honey, YES WE CAN! We can, we did, and we will CONTINUE to do so! It's way past time that the residents of 1600 Pennsylvania Ave., NW, were brown. So, here's to the Obama’s, for making sure that "chocolate" is in charge in Chocolate City, and around the United States!

So I'm watching what should be Hillary's concession speech, and she STILL doesn’t know how to let go! She doesn't have to make a decision tonight - America has made it for her!

Out Of The Mouths Of Babes

I'm sorry, but this has been bothering my spirit since I first heard about it. I've searched high and low, and I have YET to find a reasonable definition of "Hoodrat stuff!"

Below, you will find my questions/observations.

#1 - He was mad at his mom, so he stole the keys to his grandmother's car??

#2 - His friend "smokes with cigarettes" - how old is this friend??

#3 - WHAT, pray tell, is "hoodrat stuff??"

#4 - Why is his grandma scared to beat his tail? That's what's wrong with him now! If I'd done something like this, my parents and all 4 of my grandparents would have spanked me!

#5 - How is he going to volunteer his mom to help his grandmother pay for the damage? Like that makes it better!

#6 - Who has a grandmother named Zikkita? I'm just asking...

HBCUs & PWIs

Recently, I visited one of my new favorite blogs - Stuff Educated Black People Like, and a question was posed asking which type of institution, a Historically Black College or University (HBCU) or a Predominantly White Institution (PWI) does a better job of educating black students. Let me just say that I think this is a dumb question - leave it to some idiot to try to sow discord between black college grads. However, I do get tired of graduates of PWIs always saying how HBCUs provide a "false sense of reality." As I stated in my response, HBCUs aren’t for everyone, but please don’t criticize those of us who chose to attend one. See my response below.

Let me begin by saying that I am a proud graduate of an HBCU, and I’d recommend it to any black student. I grew up attending PWIs, and I, in addition to my other black classmates chose to attend HBCUs upon graduation, because we wanted a different experience. I always find it amusing how some graduates of PWIs feel the need to "validate" themselves by stating that HBCUs provide a "false sense of reality." What’s even more amusing was that they’d break their necks to get to our campus for parties, step shows, probates, etc. Hmm, I thought we were living in a false sense of reality! Why don’t y’all stay on your campus and party with each other? Why are ya’ll pressed to show up at our Homecoming? HBCUs provide black students with the opportunity to be in the majority – a chance to live and socialize with other students who look like them and share some of the same interests and experiences. HBCUs aren’t for everyone, but don’t try to discourage students who may be considering attending one - that sounds like the "crabs in a barrel" mentality to me. I earned my degree just like you did!

A More Perfect Union

Ok, let me start by saying that I'm a speechwriter. This is one of the best written and most eloquently delivered speeches I've ever heard. I especially like the way Sen. Obama likened Rev. Wright to an older, sometimes unpredictable uncle. The Senator did not disrespect Rev. Wright, nor did he try to defame his character OR Christianity. Instead, Obama basically explained that while Wright’s views may be a bit extreme, they are not totally unfounded. We as a people have been through a lot – that cannot be negated, but now is the time for us to work together with all Americans to get our country to where it needs to be. I've heard that Sen. Obama wrote the majority of this speech himself - if so, we NEED this man to be our president. Even though it could mean putting speechwriters like me out of work, lol, he NEEDS to be our president!