An anti-Obama ad, currently running on BET in Cleveland, OH, and Seattle, WA presumably expresses some black people’s qualms with the POTUS. Will this ad prove effective in the battleground state of Ohio? What do you think of the claims in the ad?
A new political ad, brought to you by The Tea Party Victory Fund and currently running in white Ohio counties, definitely ranks up there amongst the most racist ads we’ve ever seen. What’s even more maddening, the creator of the ad is former Ohio secretary of state Ken Blackwell; a black man.
This year the News and world report university rankings came out and my facebook page filled up with the responses to the list of “top universities.” My University placed higher than it ever had before, 4th place, and made my classmates feel as though their academic rigor was finally being recognized. However, I didn’t and […]
Prosecutors asserted that Chief Keef belongs in jail, or at the very least house arrest, during a juvenile court hearing yesterday. They site his failure to procure a GED by a court ordered deadline, as well as a widely-criticized interview with Pitchfork Media at a gun range.
Mitt Romney’s eldest son was asked how he felt watching President Obama essentially call his Dad a liar? “Well — jump out of your seat and you want to rush down to the debate stage and take a swing at him” was Tagg’s reply. Isn’t suggesting you want to assault the POTUS taking things too far?
The trial of George Zimmerman, the man who shot unarmed Trayvon Martin last February, has been set for June 10. Be sure to check back for more news regarding the #TrayvonMartin trial.
According to Rolling Stone, Beyonce is slated to perform at next year’s Super Bowl halftime show. An official announcement is expected Wednesday.
Last night’s vice presidential debate was definitely among the most contentious in recent memory. Vice President Biden and Rep. Paul Ryan went toe to- toe with reckless abandon; the 90 minute debate was rife with all kinds of shade, interruptions, and side eyes.
Today, October 11, is National Coming Out Day. Whether or not one takes today–or any other day–as a moment to openly express their sexuality, we at the BYP honor all LGBTQ folks. Take today to reflect on how you can help make your world a more equal and safe place for others.
In the wake of last week’s debate disaster for President Obama, the importance of tonight’s VP debate cannot be overstated. The Dems are counting on Joe Biden to turn out a phenomenal performance that will hopefully reignite momentum for the Obama campaign. Can he pull it off?
The popularity of Hip Hop music and culture is steadily increasing throughout her homeland, but Firooz is truly the first of her kind. Her work speaks to the repression of women, war, and childhood trauma she experienced as a refugee in Iran. Much respect to this courageous young woman.
The Stop and Frisk policy is not only racist but violates the civil liberties of citizens, especially black and brown youth. Although the above mentioned recording is rare, reports indicate that what we hear isn’t. This tactic needs to be ABOLISHED.
