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The proprietor of a Colorado car dealership has found himself in the midst of an unwelcomed, social firestorm after he ordered a controversial billboard to be placed above his lot.
The sign features a cartoonized image of President Obama in a turban, while questioning his legitimacy as a citizen of the United States, capitalizing on the outlandish suspicions of the Birther Nation and Tea Baggers.
“I can't say that I expected everything that's been going on with the response we got,” said Phil Wolf, owner of Wolf Interstate Leasing and Sales.
Even though erected under the sentiment of patriotism, the billboard has received plenty of negative attention, with the latest barrage stemming from the Anti-Defamation League, who claim that the image of President Obama in a turban and robe while drawing mention to the tragedy that occurred at Fort Hood suggests that Muslims were responsible for the atrocity, as opposed to the lone actions of an individual.
Still, in the midst of all the hoopla, Wolf refuses to let up.
“I believe in it enough. I believe in America enough that I think it's worth the risk.”
Although many might not know his name now, it may change as Wu-Tang affiliate and Midwest native M-Eighty looks to break the Guinness Book of World Records by giving the longest freestyle.
The record clocks at freestyle lasting 8 hours and 45 minutes and was set by underground Canadian rapper known as D.O. Holding the record for years, the only other challenger came from the likes of MC Supernatural.
Although no date has been set as of yet, the challenge will take place in Indianapolis and all fans will be able to serve as spectators for this momentous occasion.
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“I believe that Snoop Dogg's brand is well known around the whole Globe from the business aspect, as well as the music aspect. It was a plan that I put together strategically, it was something that happened along the way.”
Since emerging onto the scene alongside Dr. Dre in 1992, West Coast rapper Snoop Dogg has continued to expand in his music, as well as, becoming business savvy.
With countless movie roles under his belt, endorsements from businesses such as Chrysler 300, Orbit Gum, Boost Mobile and many more, Snoop continues to reinvent himself for the better as he has become embraced by the masses whether it relates to music or in general.
Asking the question “What's My Name?” back in 1993, all can raise their hands now and answer (more...)
Zoo Life/G-Unit Rapper 40 Glocc is real political these days (“'Cause I care, he says). Not only is he gearing up for the release of his street album Concrete Jungle with the lead single, “Grindin'” being a reflection of how music is a refuge from the New World Order, he's also unabashedly speaking up about his trial this coming January for allegedly promoting gang culture in his music and videos.
Last year, he and fellow alleged Colon City Crips (a faction of the Crips gang operating out of San Bernardino County, California (Inland Empire)) members were served with an injunction that specifically details him – birth name, Lawrence White – as “particularly notorious... a senior member of the gang who has become a rap star.”
The injunction further claims that he uses his resources (network and net worth) to “perpetuate and foster” the image of the gang's dominance of the (more...)
Tyler Perry has donated $1 million to the nation's oldest and largest civil rights group, the NAACP. Tyler's contribution is the largest amount ever donated by an individual entertainer.
The funds donated will be distributed to the organization during a four year period and were given in honor of the organization's centennial anniversary.
Benjamin Todd Jealous, President and CEO of the NAACP, expressed his gratitude to the film maker saying,
“Tyler Perry exemplifies an unyielding commitment to uplifting and bringing hope to the disenfranchised and those less fortunate. Both in his films and in his life, he reflects an impressive ethos of caring and conscientiousness. We are deeply grateful for his support.”
Nice job TP. Always giving back, I commend you.
As the economy's downturn continues to loom over America and employment remains to be a daily issue, the problem is almost magnified for the young males in the Black community.
34.5% of young Black men are unemployed.
Reported in October, unemployment for African-American men between the ages of 16 and 24 has skyrocketed. The percent is more than three times the unemployment rate for the entire U.S. population.
This month, the Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that unemployment for Blacks in D.C had risen from 11.4% to (more...)
Diddy's stream of band fallouts is continuing as Day 26 formally announces that they've left his Bad Boy record label. While Diddy embarks on new territory with his recent signing to Interscope, his brain child of Quanell, Willie, Brian and Mike will do the same. The group has moved from Diddy's emblem to (more...)
The Federal Bureau of Investigations is currently at a dead end in at least 33 civil rights cases. The cases range from police brutality to killings that occurred decades ago, many of them involving white police officers who shot black men or teenagers.
The FBI is asking for help from relatives of victims to help right the wrongs of the past. They are currently looking for family members to provide evidence or details on crimes, and in some cases, simply give status updates or tell them that their investigation has ended.
According to The Associated Press, among the cases is Johnny Robinson, a black teen shot by police in 1963 in the aftermath of the 16th Street Baptist Church bombing in Birmingham, Alabama. Another case is the killing of John Earl Reese, a 16-year-old who died in 1955 when two men fired shots on a black cafe in Gregg County, Texas.
Young Jeezy and his Street Dreamz Foundation are notorious for their charitable endeavors and efforts to give back to the community. Now on the brink of Thanksgiving, Jeezy and his foundation are stepping up to host an event for local Atlanta youth.
This year, Street Dreamz is teaming up with non-profit ‘Kids With Strong Opinions Inc.' where Jeezy will host the inaugural (more...)
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