50th Year Anniversary – Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. – “Letter from the Birmingham Jail”


Nearly 50 years following one of the many iconic moments of 1963, Dr. Martin Luther King penned his famous 6500+ word “Letter from the Birmingham Jail” in response to white clergy who admonished him to be patient. The significance of the letter cannot be overstated.  Dr. King was arrested on Good Friday and the white … Read more

42 A Huge Hit – M.L.B. Celebrates Jackie Robinson Day April 15, 2013


If you haven’t seen the movie 42, put it on your “urgent” TO DO list as the movie is a must see!    Major League Baseball and people all over the world prepare to take part of Jackie Robinson Day.  The special day has been designated throughout the years on April 15, 2013.  Like so … Read more

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. His Final Speech – April 3, 1968 “I’ve been to the mountaintop”


Video 1 of 2 – 15 minutes “I’ve been to the mountaintop” Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s last speech – April 3, 1968 -Mason Temple, Memphis, TN 27 minutes This tremendous speech would prove to be Dr. King’s last.  It was a rainy night in Memphis and Dr. King was tired after a full day … Read more

42 – The Remarkable story of Jackie Robinson


  Just in time for the 2013 baseball season to start, on April 9 the story of an American icon, Jackie Robinson will be shown in theaters across the nation.  Aptly titled “42″ the film has received positive previews and is sure to be a hit for baseball fans, for those who enjoy history and … Read more

Only 13% Black Churches Supported Rev. Martin Luther King during Civil Rights Movement


The 48th Anniversary of the Selma Jubilee concluded last week.  For those who are not aware, the anniversary is significant as it marks the day when peaceful protesters were attempting to cross the Edmund Pettus Bridge leaving Selma, AL and heading into highway 80.  The scene shocked the nation and has been indicated as one … Read more

Rosa Parks statue is unveiled in Washington

Rosa Parks makes history again – Historic Statue in Statuary Hall


Affectionately known as “The Mother” of the modern Civil Rights era, Mrs. Rosa Parks now sits in a place reserved for famous public servants.  Her 9 foot statue is on display in the Capitol Rotunda; Statuary Hall.  Her act of courage is historic and even today, some continue to attempt to marginalize or block a … Read more

The Urban View / The Power – The Feedback is in


Our initial blog post dated June 2, 2011 received tremendous views and comments.  This was complemented by our companion medium Facebook page. an except from a reader…. I only purchased my XM because of the Power and now that it’s changing format I have to decide if it is worth my money. I can see … Read more

President Obama’s 2013 State of the Union Address – “They deserve a vote!!!!!”


Mr. Speaker, Mr. Vice President, Members of Congress, fellow citizens: Fifty-one years ago, John F. Kennedy declared to this Chamber that “the Constitution makes us not rivals for power but partners for progress…It is my task,” he said, “to report the State of the Union – to improve it is the task of us all.” … Read more

President Obama's response to his pundits

President Obama rises above the pack to be named Time “2012 Person of the Year”


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The Fiscal Cliff – The real reason the G.O.P. have adopted obstruction as a tactic


Postscript.  Call it the Fiscal Cliff today, Voter Suppression yesterday, too much gas in the tank last week…….The G.O.P. simply refuse to accept they lost the national election.  This is the same culture of people who still want to fight the Civil War but the real reason is they have been conditioned to question anything … Read more

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