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Re: Forty Million Dollar Slaves — Crazy or For Real?

Jill Tubman — Mon, 14 Aug 2006 10:03:00 -0000

Hi Billy...I hear you. The cowardice, complacency and apathy of African-American star athletes has to be based in part on the sub-standard education they receive at the expense of lucrative college sports team performance. The materialism I agree also ensures that their focus is placed on $$$, partying and acquisitions and not on current affairs. These are, after all, young men. Yet, I think your point about the dissolution of the black family and its impact on the quality of black male leadership needs more explanation lest it seem misogynistic...

Re: Al Wynn Wants to Lose — Which Is OK with Me

Jill Tubman — Fri, 18 Aug 2006 10:43:00 -0000

I agree -- clearly Al is a sad and desperate man who has resorted to ThugLife in order to keep his seat since his voting record is certainly not a strong recommendation to re-elect him!

Re: Race Debate Gets Organized on YouTube

Jill Tubman — Wed, 06 Sep 2006 10:46:00 -0000

Ha! What's in the kit, Judeo-American?

Re: Wanda Sykes: Foley Is Giving Alcohol A Bad Name

Jill Tubman — Thu, 05 Oct 2006 09:12:00 -0000

Wanda Sykes is amazing. Also, I agree -- it's not just blacks who are questioning the alcoholism excuse, but they seem to be doing so the loudest at the moment.

Re: Oprah asks Obama: Will He or Won’t He?

Jill Tubman — Tue, 24 Oct 2006 10:35:00 -0000

OK, Obama is kind of dreamy.

Re: Ward Connerly and the White Supremacists

Jill Tubman — Tue, 07 Nov 2006 02:07:00 -0000

Agreed, Carmen. Thanks for the link. Y'all read it now, y'hear?

Re: Another Look at Why Harold Ford Jr Lost - the Sister Vote

Jill Tubman — Sat, 11 Nov 2006 17:04:00 -0000

This post appears to have touched a nerve. I agree that voters respect honesty. Jim Webb didn't hide his wife just because she's Asian-American. He's clearly proud of his family and who he is. Ford would have been better off being honest about his life and instilling trust in voters.

To the thought that racial politcs is fading, I beg to differ. That said, I think the game is changing rapidly. Thanks for all the great comments, y'all. I'm digging it.

Re: Race and the RNC Chairman

Jill Tubman — Tue, 14 Nov 2006 11:13:00 -0000

Hey bro or sis -- thanks for the comment. Yet, I have one word for you: Katrina. And a few more words: 700 Mile Border Fence. 'Nuff said.

I'm sorry but it's clear that Rove is sniffing the changing demographics in America and sees the long term challenge for the Republicans. But the black and brown (and white for that matter) aren't buying these hollow candidates. They are going to end the struggle between cynical racist pandering and open racist oppression within the Republican party before they have any hope of votes from minorities.

Katrina showed us all exactly what the GOP really thinks and we all know now that George Bush Doesn't Care About Black People. Period. And he is the warmest and fuzziest towards minorities (in terms of appearance) that the GOP has.

Re: Racial Politics This Week — A Roundup

Jill Tubman — Sun, 19 Nov 2006 13:24:00 -0000

Reel Fanatic: you're right! It's real chutzpah on the part of those racist jerks. I'm sure they are after money first and trying to do some CYA. Their appearance in the movie is likely to follow them the rest of their lives.

Re: UCLA: "Here’s your Patriot Act, here’s your fucking abuse of power"

Jill Tubman — Sun, 19 Nov 2006 13:27:00 -0000

The video is troubling. And my personal belief is that where there's smoke, there's fire. This incident was video-taped. What else are the cops doing to young Muslim men in LA around campus and in the city that isn't on tape -- and how widespread is it?

Re: Great Moments in Black vs Hispanic History: Emmitt Smith

Jill Tubman — Sun, 19 Nov 2006 13:28:00 -0000

So was I -- Mario probably is the better dancer -- that breakdancing was impressive. But Emmitt showed the most progress.

Re: "Kramer" Launches into Racial Tirade During Comedy Set

Jill Tubman — Tue, 21 Nov 2006 09:39:00 -0000

Watched Kramer's apology just now. OK, if you go and say a bunch of racist stuff, don't tell me that you're not racist. We can all see and here that you are racist. It's a non-starter.

Instead, do the Mel Gibson "I have a substance abuse problem" round. Gibson has been given a bit of a break just because he has groveled for forgiveness and has also admitted that he has a drinking problem, which implies that the alcohol was doing some of the talking that night.

Clearly, Richards' Letterman disjointed appearance leads me to believe that he too may be suffering from some sort of alcohol or drug problem. It's sad though because I used to be a fan. Now, not so much. That level of hate and failure to take full responsibility says something very frightening about him.

Re: Bill Jefferson — If You’re Black, Git Back

Jill Tubman — Tue, 28 Nov 2006 11:26:00 -0000

Thanks for the insightful comments. I agree that there's more than the color complex happening here. However, I still ask the question of whether Carter's support among whites plus her complexion are factors in her weaker support in the black community. You have to wonder what is blocking intelligent black people from voting in their best interests and entertaining the conspiracy theories of a grade A charlatan like Jefferson? Sure, Carter's whiter backers may make her suspect to some black folk. Yet someone like her should have the unanimous support of her district based on the track records of the candidates involved.

I am sorry to say it, but I think it's important to look deeper for answers in the black psyche. Look at the history of Marion Barry in DC vs Tony Williams for mayor for another example. You can vote for a self-interested jerk as a "Screw You" to The Man if you want to. But then where does that leave you?

To win, Carter needs to come out as strong as her competitor and build trust with African-American constituents in a way that doesn't alienate whites.

Re: Congressional Black Caucus Fails Black People — Again

Jill Tubman — Wed, 29 Nov 2006 10:44:00 -0000

I have to admit, I am really disappointed in Maxine Waters. To use a little vernacular -- that was my girl, 'kna mean? After her courageous campaigning for Ned Lamont in CT, I know she has to understand the stakes in LA. I didn't know she was listed as 1 of the 20 most corrupt members of Congress. Apparently, she likes to keep it all in the family. Read the CREW article here. Thanks for the heads up on her motivations.

Re: Fear of a Black Muslim Congressman

Jill Tubman — Sun, 03 Dec 2006 19:31:00 -0000

You are right. I am surprised the Mein Kampf comment hasn't traveled any further, but perhaps it's just as well. Not like America needs to alienate Muslims everywhere any more than we already have.

Re: Congressional Black Caucus: The Male/Female Split

Jill Tubman — Thu, 14 Dec 2006 13:13:00 -0000

I think you might be on to something there...

Re: Congressional Hispanic Caucus: The Elephant/Donkey Split

Jill Tubman — Thu, 14 Dec 2006 13:18:00 -0000

Good question! According to the source of all knowledge, the Wikipedia, only 3 Black Republicans have been elected since the CBC's founding in 1971 (Charlie Rangel was one of the original founders). The 3 so far have been Senator Edward W. Brooke of Massachusetts and Representatives Gary Franks of Connecticut and J.C. Watts, Jr. of Oklahoma. Watts refused to join.

He evidently had this to say:

"...they said that I had sold out and Uncle Tom. And I said well, they deserve to have that view. But I have my thoughts. And I think they're race-hustling poverty pimps."

-- J.C. Watts, Jr. speaking on Hannity and Colmes about his refusal to join the Congressional Black Caucus.

Re: Quick Hit: CBC Flexes Muscle — Demands More Minority Hires on Capitol Hill

Jill Tubman — Mon, 18 Dec 2006 21:43:00 -0000

Thanks rikyrah!

Re: Racial Politics This Week — A Roundup

Jill Tubman — Mon, 18 Dec 2006 21:46:00 -0000

Hey Carmen -- thanks for the correction. Should have known you'd be on top of it.

As or Jefferson -- unfortunately, I think we have to wait for the system to spit him back out. It will be slow, humiliating and painful. And not just for black people either. Pelosi's got a real PR problem on her hands here. Thanks CC.

Re: American Concentration Camps

Jill Tubman — Fri, 22 Dec 2006 13:47:00 -0000

Thanks Steven -- I believe your story. Drugs would not be so pervasive and in ready supply in this country if at least a few law enforcement folks weren't on the take. That's sad since it demeans the heroism of the majority of cops.

Um, as for you Porgie -- have you actually ever met an "illegal alien"? Why don't you try that -- meeting some poor people desperate to feed their families -- and then come back and tell me how criminal they really are. Come on -- this is not about crime. It's about economics.

Re: Update on Immigration Raids: LULAC Puts Foot Down Quietly

Jill Tubman — Fri, 29 Dec 2006 09:41:00 -0000

Thanks Leglalatina for your troll-like comment boosting a Republican front organization. See SourceWatch and FAIR for more info. Wasn't George "Macaca" Allen a supporter of your group?

We all know from the historically huge protests in the spring of 2006 that the so-called immigration "reforms" such as a giant fence being promulgated by certain racist, far-right factions are anathema to many Americans. Real reform is going to be challenging but is necessary. Criminalizing poor working people and their children is not the answer.

Re: Rev. Jesse Jackson on Saddam Execution

Jill Tubman — Sat, 30 Dec 2006 09:38:00 -0000

I wish it were just Iraqi business. But the trial and the execution were stage-managed by the U.S. gov't while Iraq is still under our occupation. The U.S. is necessarily implicated. Why wasn't Saddam Hussein sent to the Hague like Milosevic? Why -- because that would have required Bush to acknowledge international law. Something he prefers to interpret for his own whims. Thanks rikyrah

Re: Lynching Saddam Hussein

Jill Tubman — Sat, 30 Dec 2006 09:40:00 -0000

A fair and balanced lynching indeed. Pass the Bud Light and the nachos! Hang 'em high! Circus Maximus!

Lord -- what the rest of the world must think of us now.

Re: Ford — Our Funky President

Jill Tubman — Wed, 03 Jan 2007 20:56:00 -0000

OMG -- Hilarious. And perhaps inevitable given the circumstances. Thanks for sharing.

Re: NAACP Image Awards = Waste of America’s Time

Jill Tubman — Wed, 10 Jan 2007 19:23:00 -0000

Thanks y'all. The NAACP has always been about their members, the black middle and upper class. The difference is that today, the needs of the black middle class and up have begun to diverge more sharply from the "disadvantaged." (BTW, I am so sick of this word, seriously.) The NAACP was once a force to reckon with. But is the most pressing issue they can find is "economic justice" and the glass ceiling? Is that really all that their members want?

Re: The Trouble with Francis - Whitosphere vs Blackosphere

Jill Tubman — Sun, 18 Feb 2007 08:50:00 -0000

OK, but the fact is The Man is not holding us back on the blogs. Blacks are online in greater numbers than before. But they aren't in the political blogs. White people aren't to blame for that. We are.

When blacks participate in larger numbers, our voices will be heard. In the meantime, those of us who are already blogging and reading blogs need to help others in the black community understand why this medium of communication is powerful and why their voices need to be present at the table.

Re: Dollar Bill Jefferson Finds A Warm Welcome on Homeland Security

Jill Tubman — Thu, 22 Feb 2007 16:05:00 -0000

I know -- funny how the treatment of Cynthia McKinney when she had that dustup with the Capitol Police differs so greatly from that of Dollar Bill among CBC Members. Ugh.

Re: Harold Ford Takes the Benjamins

Jill Tubman — Thu, 22 Feb 2007 16:11:00 -0000

CPL -- the CBC Monitor rocks. Period. I agree that with this committee lineup, Harold will earn his pay if he is really able to make a dent.

Anon -- THANK YOU! You are right that I missed a couple of members.

Thanks to you I will correct the error.

Not sure I agree with you that ML is not quite conscious of the makeup of the cmte and eager to have an ambassador with an important subsegment. I do agree with you though -- Ford's new gig is par for the course for white politicians who frequently cash in for plum corporate lobbying spots after serving the people in Congress. Is it a form of progress that black politicians are now able to do the same...

Re: The Conservapedia has a Racist Agenda

Jill Tubman — Tue, 27 Feb 2007 15:51:00 -0000

Thanks y'all for your great comments. Keep looking up keywords in the KKKonservapedia and let me know what you find.

Re: Ask Questions, Get Answers from John Kerry on the Environment

Jill Tubman — Thu, 19 Apr 2007 16:09:00 -0000

This is a great question, thanks! Any more or have Jack and I captured your thoughts?

My plan is to pull together the questions tonight.

Re: Rush Limbaugh Presents: Obama the Magic Negro

Jill Tubman — Thu, 26 Apr 2007 12:19:00 -0000

Yes, the photo with him flanked by 2 pretty blond white women in the video -- I have a feeling that's coming to a GOP attack ad near you.

And as for this comment: "So find something serious to whine about, before Obama comes out of hiding to hook back up with his terror homies and gives ya something to cry about."

I don't think a response to your racism and ignorance is necessary or appropriate.

Re: In the News: CBC Struggles to Regain Lost Dignity

Jill Tubman — Thu, 26 Apr 2007 12:20:00 -0000

It is unreal and illogical. The CBC's actions are baffling. Hopefully someone will talk some sense into them before this gets even uglier.

Re: Rush Limbaugh Presents: Obama the Magic Negro

Jill Tubman — Thu, 26 Apr 2007 17:47:00 -0000

rikyrah, you know I love you girl so I am not going to disagree entirely with you. I think it will be harder to make baseless innuendo stick to Obama. However, the Harold Ford "Call Me" commercial showed that images are powerful and it's hard to say how many racist whites might be swayed as they were in TN.

Re: Racist Republican Draws Hillary in Blackface

Jill Tubman — Fri, 27 Apr 2007 16:04:00 -0000

These are great comments. I think it's true that some white people dismiss resistance against racism from minorities as "playing the race card" and "being over-sensitive." Thus it is really helpful when other white people come forward and confirm racism when they see it since there are those who will only believe it if it comes from someone who looks like them. At least that's my observation.

I think there are some people out there who are really uncomfortable with/threatened by candidates speaking to African-Americans directly and seriously. They believe our concerns are different, when in fact, we are concerned about Iraq, national and community safety, healthcare, social security and education just like everyone else. We are impacted in some cases differently from other groups and therefore may approach these issues from a different perspective.

Re: Proposed Immigration Bill & The Black Community

Jill Tubman — Tue, 22 May 2007 23:01:00 -0000

Welcome rikyrah!!! Having you cross-post here on Jack and Jill Politics makes your commentary go twice as far. And is twice as nice!

Re: Latino Groups Finally Turn on Gonzales

Jill Tubman — Wed, 30 May 2007 18:52:00 -0000

I don't think it's unfair though I would counter that a better analogy might be the confirmation of Clarence Thomas. Black groups were reluctant to oppose his nomination to the Supreme Court since he was a brother. Now that we all know he ain't no brother, it's too late. With Gonzales, Latino groups have an opportunity that African-American groups do not right now in the case of Clarence Thomas -- which is help remove an official who may look the same but whose policies are opposed to the interests of those whose faces he resembles. Thanks for your comment.

Re: Donna Edwards vs Al Wynn — The Rematch

Jill Tubman — Thu, 14 Jun 2007 11:30:00 -0000

Good comments y'all. FreeState Politics is an excellent MD blog and I can't recommend CrabLaw more highly either.

As for Matt's suggestion, I agree: I think that black bloggers should consider creating joint pages. Our individual audiences may not be huge enough (yet!) for separate accounts but it would be a way to put our money where our mouths are.

Re: Dr. Maya Angelou Endorses Hillary

Jill Tubman — Sat, 16 Jun 2007 17:55:00 -0000

thanks for giving angelou's statement more context, ptcruiser.

Re: Obama Is Not Playing

Jill Tubman — Mon, 02 Jul 2007 20:52:00 -0000

Good catch dnA -- you beat me to this post, too! I think the takeaway is that Obama still got game, 'fo sho'. If he can keep his staff on target and avoid further missteps on and off-line, he's still a player in the race. This put renewed heat on Clinton's so far solid, careful campaign. The grassroots support for Obama is remarkable...

Re: A Black Guy Did It

Jill Tubman — Wed, 08 Aug 2007 23:43:00 -0000

This story just made me shake my head. The last person to try this was Lindsay "I wasn't driving. The black kid was!" Lohan after her DUI/car jacking escapade.

What scares me is: how often does this "blame a black person" strategy actually work?! No wonder the jails are full?

Re: Jack & Jill Politics Wins a Black Blogger Award

Jill Tubman — Thu, 06 Sep 2007 21:33:00 -0000

This award is greatly appreciated. Thank you to everyone who voted for Jack and Jill Politics. Means a lot to have your work recognized by your peers...

Congratulations to Field Negro and to all the winners this year.

Re: Jack & Jill Politics Wins a Black Blogger Award

Jill Tubman — Thu, 06 Sep 2007 21:38:00 -0000

Also congrats to Jack on winning the Black Blogger Achievement Award!!! Huzzah!

Re: Thanks to ALL bloggers who continue to cover Jena 6

Jill Tubman — Wed, 03 Oct 2007 16:04:00 -0000

I have too much respect for other bloggers to tell them what to write, especially if it's a topic they are already working on. I may make suggestions, provide tips or info, give props. Etc.

Making demands or tossing around accusations sets up defensive, adversarial relationships with progressive peers when other, real philosophical opponents we all share remain at large. Feel free to pursue your strategy on your blog. I will employ mine on mine.

Re: Ann Coulter — Anti-Semite

Jill Tubman — Fri, 12 Oct 2007 14:31:00 -0000

I definitely struggled over whether to react or not to Coulter. The G.O.P. (and even some progressives) have for too long shrugged their shoulders or winked at her actions, saying oh she's just doing it for attention.

I take the tranny at her word. I think she may just be crazy enough to believe what she says and "emboldens" the few who find shelter in her ignorance and aggression.

Like David Duke and now Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, I think it behooves us to expose her for what she is, lampoon her mercilessly, force the Republicans to reject or accept her and then let her slide into the darkness of obscurity.

Re: Genarlow Wilson Freed — Justice Served

Jill Tubman — Sun, 28 Oct 2007 00:47:00 -0000

Thanks AAPP for the kind comments. Dr. Spence - thanks for the download on the race of the girl. Yes, it shouldn't matter what race Wilson's partner was. But this is America. That kind of thing does still matter sometimes in how a case is handled. Blacks who commit crimes against whites statistically tend to receive harsher sentences than those who commit crimes against other blacks...

Agreed on the underlying morality of the case. Should these teenagers had significantly more supervision? Absolutely. Are kids sexually active too young and in inappropriate ways today? Sure. Though, teenage exploration of sex is a phenomenon as old as time. The question is providing enough information and guidance so that kids make the right choices.

Re: Hillbilly Nation — CNN/YouTube Republican Debate

Jill Tubman — Fri, 30 Nov 2007 12:03:00 -0000

To answer each of your points briefly:

1. "electorical" is not a word, hillbilly and the continued race-baiting and hostility of the GOP to minorities is why we don't vote for them.

2. If you think genocide is not a critical issue, then you need to pull your head out of your behind. Also, the Sudanese gov't has had a long relationship with Al Qaeda. Dumbass.

3. Katrina was one of the questions asked during the CNN/YouTube Dem debate. Or didn't you watch that.

And yes, I think the handling before and in the aftermath of one of America's worst natural disasters and THE worst domestic humanitarian disaster is a valid question for all candidates, particularly the Republicans since they are the ones who screwed it up.

Thanks, GOP troll, for your comments

Re: Showtime at the Apollo, featuring Barack Obama. Why Wait

Jill Tubman — Fri, 30 Nov 2007 18:32:00 -0000

Nice summary! Felt almost like I was there...

Re: What Diana Ross and Mahogany Can Tell Us About Oprah and Obama

Jill Tubman — Mon, 17 Dec 2007 09:36:00 -0000

Thanks rikyrah and Thomas! Bruce -- thanks for your insight. I'm not endorsing Obama per se (though as an African-American, my heart can't help but root for him to do well). I've got issues with all the candidates.

Re: Freedom, Slavery, And Ron Paul

Jill Tubman — Thu, 03 Jan 2008 17:22:00 -0000

dnA, thanks for posting on this. Other blogs have been following the Ron Paul & white supremacist angle and I think you have brought a new and important perspective. An African-American perspective. I hope you'll follow the story because Ron Paul is not what he seems...

Re: Ohio, Florida — Race, Voting and the 2008 Elections

Jill Tubman — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 21:10:00 -0000

TX is interesting to me -- it's a majority-minority state. It's definitely not a shoo-in this go-round as a red state.

Re: veep choice for Obama -- great idea for a blog post. I have some ideas on that and will get back to you...

Re: Hillary Clinton on Meet the Press — Aftermath and Impressions

Jill Tubman — Tue, 15 Jan 2008 11:32:00 -0000

OK, I hear you. And yes, blacks have been the battered wife of the Democratic party for a few decades now. Candidates come out to churches and barbershops sure, but only around election time. You may not like the way it sounds. But would you really vote for John McCain or Mike Huckabee over Hillary Clinton? I'm not sure I would. I would probably choose her or stay home. And voting is important to me. Maybe if a strong independent ran, I might consider him/her. But I think a lot of African-Americans would make the same calculations as I did. And yes, it's dismaying that in November, if Obama or Edwards don't receive the nomination, we may face being placed in a position between having to vote for a race-baiter and a racist. Or not voting at all.

Re: Hillary Clinton on Meet the Press — Aftermath and Impressions

Jill Tubman — Tue, 15 Jan 2008 11:35:00 -0000

Also, re: Bob Johnson -- don't get me wrong. I loathe the man. But the Robert Woods Johnson Foundation is sizable and well-known. And Magic Johnson whose thoughts I would consider long before I listened to anything

Unlike Bob, Magic has chosen to invest in underserved communities and has been a consistent spokesperson for HIV and AIDS prevention and treatment. I have a lot of respect for him.

Re: Alec Baldwin, Huffington Post and Bigots

Jill Tubman — Thu, 31 Jan 2008 11:42:00 -0000

"Wow" is right! That's exactly what I said when I first read this. What's also fascinating is that with almost all advanced bigotry of this sort, you always see other forms of hatred creep in -- note the sexism, the homophobia. I'm shocked that the author didn't manage to sneak in an anti-semitic swipe, even a coded one. Although I'm not sure -- maybe "New York advisors" qualifies.

To the white former Republican, thank you for your comments and for cultivating an open mind. It's inspirational.

Re: Open Thread: FREE TIBET

Jill Tubman — Thu, 10 Apr 2008 13:40:00 -0000

It's true -- thanks to the Bush Administration, our government has a lot of questions to answer about its own human rights record and say, torture, illegal wiretapping, Abu Ghraib, Guantanamo Bay, etc.

Still I'll quote MLK: "Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere." Just as I am concerned with human rights AKA civil rights here in America, so am I eager for civil rights elsewhere.

Re: Facebook and the Coming Revolution in the Middle East and Africa

Jill Tubman — Thu, 15 May 2008 22:01:00 -0000

So what happened is that obviously Brownie Leader Mommy looked stoopid because Egypt is in fact in Africa. She had to admit in front of everyone that I was right.

I recommend a book called Black Athena on the African roots of Egyptian history, culture and language and how in the past racism thwarted serious scholarship in this area.

Re: Hillary, The Susan B. Anthony, John Brown And Fannie Lou Hamer Of The Florida Primary?

Jill Tubman — Thu, 22 May 2008 15:26:00 -0000

Great post Jack. Really -- it's way past time for the remaining super-delegates to end this and give Obama the few remaining votes he needs to clinch the nomination. Clinton -- exit stage right.

Re: Milkshakes Are Harder To Come By: Why Oil Costs Over $120 Per Barrel

Jill Tubman — Thu, 29 May 2008 18:54:00 -0000

Buy a hybrid y'all. Also invest in swiss francs.

Re: The Attempt to Dehumanize Michelle Obama

Jill Tubman — Thu, 29 May 2008 18:58:00 -0000

Some people still don't seem to understand how powerful and destructive racial hate imagery can be. Where's the link to the diary that posted this? I'd like to see the comments over there about this. Truly, truly disturbing. The right wingnuts treat Condi Rice with more respect than this in general.

Re: Clinton to Finally Concede, Says New York Times

Jill Tubman — Thu, 05 Jun 2008 10:47:00 -0000

Yeah, Rangel's statement is crazy. When is the end for Clinton? That was months ago...

Re: The Limited Empathy Of Joan Walsh

Jill Tubman — Fri, 06 Jun 2008 11:46:00 -0000

Lord, this is so well-written. Hits every point perfectly. Obama should have lunch with Ferraro?! Um?

Re: My Op Ed In The Independent Of London On Obama And Black America

Jill Tubman — Fri, 06 Jun 2008 11:54:00 -0000

This is a great piece, Jack/Baratunde. Here's my favorite part:

"People still ask, "Is America ready for a black president?" That's the wrong question. America has never been "ready" to extend its ideals to all of its citizens without being pushed. Was America "ready" for emancipation or women's suffrage or Simon Cowell? No, but we've got them now and in two of those three cases, we are much better for it."

Re: Superdelegate Rob Andrews Knocks Clinton on Racial Campaign Tactics

Jill Tubman — Fri, 06 Jun 2008 18:10:00 -0000

Yes, the divide and conquer strategy employed by Clinton is notable because ultimately it was counter-productive. In a way, that says a lot about how far we've come as a country. Though it doesn't say great things about Clinton's cynical attitude toward race, religion and ethnicity as exploitable.

Re: The "Whitey" Video

Jill Tubman — Sat, 07 Jun 2008 18:36:00 -0000

dnA -- I cannot believe you just rickrolled the JJP audience. That...is...hilarious!!! And also put me in a good mood since Hillary finally stepped down.

Re: Noted Without Comment

Jill Tubman — Thu, 12 Jun 2008 18:02:00 -0000

Wow that Jim Inhofe sure does love himself some brown people. All that dripping compassion must be hiding some ugly stuff. Hmm, perhaps such as a pro-torture voting record, "outrage over the outrage" about Abu Ghraib and a vocal skepticism on climate change. To name a few.

Re: What Do You Want To See At JJP?

Jill Tubman — Sun, 15 Jun 2008 12:29:00 -0000

Thanks for the comments. We appreciate the community's support and ideas. We want to improve the blog to bring the full power of your voices to the forefront. Keep the ideas coming!

(Adding cornbread to the watermelon! Hilarious.)

Re: NAACP Spends Half of Jena 6 Money on NAACP

Jill Tubman — Sat, 21 Jun 2008 14:11:00 -0000

Amen to all y'all. I'm looking forward to hearing from the NAACP's PR firm in the comments...let's hear your side of the story.

Re: John McCain Has Heard Tell of the Internet

Jill Tubman — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 08:16:00 -0000

We all have the senior citizen (or citizens plural) in our family that can't cope with modern communications. My grandmother is famous for telling people to "look it up on the internet" because she's seen it on tv. But do we really want that senior running a modern government?

Re: The Obamas Are NOT Elite - And, That Is Fine With Me

Jill Tubman — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 08:22:00 -0000

My mom really wanted to enroll us in our local Jack and Jill but my father thought it might make us snobs. She also really wanted me to be a debutante and have a cotillion. I put the kibosh on that one myself. So yeah, I'd have to say that the Obamas just don't qualify. Ha.

Re: More Guns Don’t Equal Less Crime

Jill Tubman — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 15:01:00 -0000

guttaperk -- i'm going to need you to re-read my post and click on some of the links. the evidence is strongly in favor of gun laws reducing crime. this is an emotional issue that leads people to ignore the facts. Americans don't like to be told what they can and cannot do and that includes the buying of guns.

Re: BREAKING: Black People Not Actually All Alike

Jill Tubman — Fri, 27 Jun 2008 13:50:00 -0000

Thanks for sharing this dnA. This is really important info that will help folks re-assess the African-American audience and how best to reach us. I actually talk a lot about the new digital divide which falls along income and educational lines. Which tends to account for some of the lingering disparity in online use as minorities still suffer more from poverty and inadequate access to quality education.

Re: "I Bit My Tongue"

Jill Tubman — Fri, 27 Jun 2008 13:51:00 -0000

Great post, B-Serious and important update. The relationship between the CBC and Obama over the next few months/years is going to be interesting.