Taxpayers Pay To Cover Up Nazi Tattoo

John Ditullio, a self-admitted Neo-Nazi is accused of stabbing, and ultimately killing a neighbor's friend because the 17 year old boy was black.  Amazingly, his public defender has managed to convince the court that THEY should pay to have John's tattoos covered with makeup "because the trial should be about the facts, not about the tattoos."  The man has a barbed wire across his face, "F*** YOU" one side of his neck, and a swastika on the other side.  If he didn't mind being judged by his tattoos/lifestyle before, why should he care now?  More importantly, why should the court pay $150 per day to do this?  They couldn't find someone at the MAC store to do it for free?

The headline will tell you that the court or the state of Florida is paying for this process... clearly forgetting that the only place the state gets revenue is from you and me... the taxpayer.

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Welcome to the Hall, Whitey Herzog

After failing to gain entry on previous attempts, Whitey Herzog is FINALLY headed where he should be... the baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, OH.  My 1980's memories of the St. Louis Cardinals included one of the best managers in the dugout.  With Whitey at the helm, the Redbirds won the 1982 World Series and 3 National League Pennants.  If it were not for the missed call (in the video below), they would have won a 2nd World Series title under Herzog and have 10 overall.

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Black Men, White Women

There have been several articles discussing how some blacks have been turned off by the Tiger Woods' situation because he cheated on his wife with white women (click for one of the HERE articles).  Are we STILL dealing with this issue of inferiority in 2009?  This tends to be a very sore subject for blacks (especially black women).  For years they were made to believe that having darker skin made them less attractive than their fairer counterparts.  That having curly/crinkly hair was unappealing.  No one can deny that sort of mental abuse has and continues to happen in our society.  But, if a man wants to date exclusively outside of his race, that's his preference, not yours, and it deserves little criticism from you (unless you are married to him, of course).  If one chooses to be upset with Tiger it should be because he cheated in the first place.  Whether she was white, hispanic, or a female goat is irrelevant.

It is also very unfortunate that some would view the race of a man's spouse as a factor when it comes to supporting him.  "The color of one's companion has long been a major measure of "blackness" — which is a big reason why the biracial (then presidential candidate) Barack Obama was able to fend off early questions about his black authenticity.  "Had Barack had a white wife, I would have thought twice about voting for him," Johnson Cooper said."

Since I've heard this foolishness from many others around the time of the election, it's not just Mr. Cooper's ignorance on display here.  Any person that would have voted against Barack Obama because he married a Sarah Palin or a Hillary Clinton (in other words, a white woman) is the real racist.

Tell me what you think. Are critics like Tom Joyner (and others) okay for having the thoughts they do on the subject? Or are they actually encouraging segregation and increasing our racial divide with their beliefs on this matter?


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Family Helped Cop Killer Elude Police

I love my mother.  She told me a long time ago that if I EVER did anything wrong, she would either:
A) Turn me in to the police herself OR
B) Kill me before the police caught me

Her point?  Don't do something wrong and come to her looking for an escape or sympathy!  To that end, what on earth possessed the family and friends of a cop killer to not only help him hide from the police during this ordeal but to call 911 and give them false leads to help him escape?  Click HERE for the story or watch the video below.






It's tragic enough that a man could murder four police officers in cold blood but to think that there are others around him that supported his actions is unconscionable.  I hope they send his family/friends to prison for a VERY long time.

Kudos to the officer for taking that monster off the street (especially since our legal system continued to set him free).


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Whose Life Would You Save?

The story, which can be found by clicking HERE, describes how after his wife's car submerged into water, a man was unable to save his son without risking his life AND the life of his wife, so he made the decision to save her instead (The UK Times' headline is VERY misleading, but I digress).

The story reminded me of a report I read while in college.  The report discussed the differences in three cultures: Caucasians, Asians, and blacks (it did not differentiate between Korean, Chinese, Japanese, etc.).  The writers conducted a survey which gave the respondents the following scenario:

Imagine that your home home caught fire this evening.  Inside your home are your mother (or father), spouse, and one child.  Imagine that they are all unable to save themselves and time permitted you to be able to save just one life, whose life would you choose?  The researchers found it interesting that the overwhelmingly majority of the answers were split down racial lines.  Caucasians chose their spouse, Asians chose their parent, and blacks chose their child (the respondents did not suggest why they chose the individual they did and you can draw your own conclusions from that).


No one would have want to see ANY of their family members suffer.  Heck, most people ignore the thought of death so much they won't buy life insurance or set up a will or a trust ("Because if I don't think about it, it won't happen to me.")!

But let me ask you: If you were to ever face a gut wrenching scenario such as this, whose life would you spare?



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Lose Weight Or You Can't Graduate!

I'd like to applaud the administration at Lincoln University (PA).  They are making a controversial stand against high rates of obesity and diabetes.  These are issues which are especially prevalent in the African-American community.


Four years ago, they created an optional fitness class for all students but REQUIRED for obese students to graduate (obesity is defined by those with a BMI above 30).  The course involves walking, aerobics, weight training and other physical activities, as well as information on nutrition, stress, and sleep.  To pass the class, you don't have to actually lose weight, but simply have regular attendance and do the activities.

Should Churches Be Taxed?

We just wrapped up morning service today.  My church service is similar to many others.  There are songs (sometimes more than others).  A few prayers.  A WONDERFUL message.  And there's the tithes/offerings portion (which I support).  I've thought about this in the past, and this thought crossed my mind again today: Should churches be exempt from paying taxes?

It's the PEOPLE, Stupid!

I love to make fun of gun control people.   I think it's because I used to be one.  That was until one day, I realized that blaming guns for anyone's death or murder is like blaming an automobile instead of the driver in a car crash at 90 mph.  Don't blame GUNS for the insane things PEOPLE do.

The latest example of the straw-man argument for gun control is Mayor John Daley.  (Press HERE for the 46 second video).

Mayor Daley, the victims at Fort Hood deserved more than your attempts to utilize their fate to play political games.  This is anything but an everyday gun crime.  Don't try to minimize the first terrorist attack on American soil since 9/11 by bringing your political views on gun control into this.

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Congressman Breaks 4 Promises in First Hour

All I can say is, "Wow!"  This has to be considered a new record (or a new low) even for a politician.  Newly elected Congressman Bill Owens waited less than an hour to break four, count 'em, four of his campaign promises.  It's so nice to know someone can spend months campaigning, looking into the camera, and telling citizens their stances and positions... only for us to discover they are more movable than dirt when the wind blows.  Should this even surprise me anymore?

The story can be found by click HERE.

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It's Called Punishment For A Reason

"At 678, California has the nation's largest death row population, yet the state has not executed anyone in four years."  That sentence alone helps to explain why California faces the massive deficit that it has.  Why is the state refusing to punish people that have been found guilty of heinous crimes by a jury and sentenced by a judge?  Some inmates have even been on death row since the 1970's!  Hey, Governor Awnold!  You would have less crowded prisons if you would just rid the system of the 678 pieces of waste you have there now.

Stop with the stalling.  Fix the appeals process.  Put a timetable on all of it.  If a man/woman is unable to prove his/her innocence within 10 years of conviction/sentencing, why should we continue to pay millions for his/her food, care, and well-being?

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Sleeping Outside For The Homeless

I love discussing politics, crime, punishment, and self-defense.  However, my mom often reminds me that there are good stories to be shared with my audience and that I shouldn't always focus on the negative people in our society.

So mom, I think this would make you proud.  Enjoy!

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Attention NFL - Do NOT Listen to the Good Ole "Rev"

When the Rev. Al Sharpton and Jesse Jackson give their two cents to an issue, my first instinct is to join the opposition.  Rush Limbaugh is making a bid to become a minority owner in my hometown team, the St. Louis Rams.  Click here for the story.

Jackson said in a telephone interview that Limbaugh had made his wealth "appealing to the fears of whites" with an unending line of insults against blacks and other minorities.  "The National Football League has set high standards for racial justice and inclusion," Jackson said. "He should not have the privilege of owning an NFL franchise -- and it is a privilege."

Pride or Prejudiced?

The article's title was simple enough.  It reads, "2009 Black Expo Draws Big Crowd."  In two paragraphs (and five sentences total), the writer summarized the purpose of the three day event.  Unfortunately, it's not the article that gave me reason to pause, but rather comments by readers below the story.

Genocide in Chicago

If you care for your sons (or yourself), this is no place for you or your family to live. Crime is everywhere, but the savages are running wild there and it MAKES NO SENSE! Young, black males are dying being slaughtered like cattle at a disturbingly high rate. That's called genocide in most countries. It's "just another day in the hood" in our urban areas.

Teacher, do you believe in me?

Remember the name, Dalton Sherman. At 11 years old, he was the KEYNOTE SPEAKER for the teachers in the Dallas school district as a part of their back to school meetings. He's doing what is considered the biggest fear for many adults... at age 11... in front of 17K+ people!!!

In short, he reminds teachers (and really every parent, adult, etc.), that children are able to succeed in life... with their help. We know that some of the kids can be frustrating to deal with.  We understand that you put in a LOT of hours, deal with a load of crap, and don't always get the credit you deserve. But don't give up. Don't stop believing in your kids. After all, teachers spend more time with them during the week than their own parents get to!

The story behind Dalton involves a teacher not giving up on him (at the old age of nine years old). Dalton LOVED to talk. He was very disruptive and talkative in class. Instead of giving up on him... his teacher suggested he get involved in his community by giving little talks and speeches. She even made it a part of his homework. This is just one example of what NOT giving up can do for your kids!

Feel free to click the share button above to share with teachers (or other parents). Enjoy!

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Kanye needs to disappear

This won't go down as one of my best notes and I don't care. I'm sharing my frustration and anger with you over the artist formally known as Kanye West. For the purposes of my story (and possibly my life), he will be referred as IGNORANT and or ARROGANT JERK (they are interchangeable).

The Messiah's Propaganda Speech to School Children

In case you haven't heard, President Obama gave a controversial speech today.

Don't bother reading it... the edited version from his socialized propaganda speech are:

Responsibility - "But at the end of the day, we can have the most dedicated teachers, the most supportive parents, and the best schools in the world and none of it will matter unless all of you fulfill your responsibilities. Unless you show up to those schools; pay attention to those teachers; listen to your parents, grandparents and other adults; and put in the hard work it takes to succeed."

Importance of education - "And no matter what you want to do with your life — I guarantee that you'll need an education to do it. You want to be a doctor, or a teacher, or a police officer? You want to be a nurse or an architect, a lawyer or a member of our military? You're going to need a good education for every single one of those careers. You can't drop out of school and just drop into a good job. You've got to work for it and train for it and learn for it."

Understanding Plaxico

I usually preempt any controversial arguments with a clarifying statement. This note will not be an exception:

I am not a fan of Plaxico Burress. I do not like the New York Giants. I feel that SOUND laws should be respected and obeyed and that status, money, and power should never allow a person to be considered above the law. I feel that those of you who have been quick to call him a "thug", "typical athlete", or my favorite, "if you feel you need a gun, you shouldn't go there" are a little misguided. (Side note: I believe that Plaxico Burress should not have been charged, prosecuted, and convicted of a felony but that is not my argument today. If you want to argue gun laws and/or gun control, please wait, that opportunity will come soon).

Should this teen be charged?

We do STUPID things as teenagers. Most of us, anyway. A lot of times it's because as teenagers, we didn't fully respect the fact that we are not invincible, that we (and our friends) don't always know best, and that are consequences to our actions. One example of this played out with deadly consequence in Jacksonville this summer.

Here are the facts to this situation:

• In June, nine teens (ranging in age from 15-17) decided to skip their final day of class and head to the beach
• One of the teens, 16, borrowed the car from her parents but became sick so she asked her 15 year old boyfriend to drive them instead
• In Florida, even with a learner's permit, there must be a 21 year old in the passenger seat of the vehicle
• At the time of the accident, he was driving 72 in a 65 mph zone
• Possibly due to the weight in the vehicle (carrying NINE passengers in a FIVE passenger SUV) one of the tires blew out and the SUV rolled over several times

For the uncommited

One of my friend's status read, "I could sing about love loss..but what if there's no love to lose?" It seems she's gotten to the point that she's numb to relationships or worse... to the thought of love. I found this and thought I'd share with all of you.

" For your life to change you must change" - Jim Rohn

What does a commitment phobic have to do to change?

1. He/she has to admit he/she has a problem.
2. He/she has to take responsibility for his/her behaviors toward men/women – that he leads them on and he behaves in an uncaring and cruel way.

Love... A Choice or a Feeling?

Several friends and I were having the FB discussion a few months ago about this topic. The conversation was in depth and the subject has yet to leave my mind.

I believe that love and being in love is a choice... not a feeling.

One author wrote, "I have bound myself for life; I have made my choice. From now on my aim will not be to choose a woman who will please me, but to please the woman I have chosen."

The bad thing about being human is that we believe in many things that we cannot feel, touch, taste, or smell... yet we have faith they exist. Love is one of those things. Now, I'm not saying love doesn't exist, I CHOOSE to believe that love is more of a state of mind, than a matter of the heart.

Top 10 Uncomfortable Facebook/MySpace moments

Social networking sites are wonderful. It gives you a chance to reconnect with old friends and keep up to date with current events involving loved ones.

It also gives you the opportunity to screw up your life (like hitting "reply all" to the e-mail that included your off-color remarks about your boss)! So I came up with my Top 10 potentially uncomfortable moments in the worlds of Facebook/MySpace. Scroll down slowly so you don't get ahead too quickly. Enjoy!

10. You just found out your mom deleted you as a friend.


9. While looking over your best friend’s "friends" list, you notice that most of them are half-naked guys… the problem is, your best friend is a dude.


8. You requested your boyfriend as a friend two weeks ago... and he still hasn’t accepted you.


7. Your girlfriend just changed her status from "in a relationship" to "single"… now you have to rush home to see if the locks are changed since you two live together.


6. Your girlfriend just added new pictures of her recent trip to Miami… you didn’t know anything about a trip to Miami… and who took the picture?


5. Your mom has a status update that says what her favorite sex position is...


4. ...your 13 year old daughter took the same quiz and the answer was every position is her favorite...


3. ...your pastor’s result was missionary!


2. Somebody fought you on Sorority Life today... it’s your boyfriend.


1. Your girlfriend has 973 "friends"... and 815 are guys... she went to an all-girl high school and college... not saying something's up... but if it looks like a duck, walks like a duck, and quacks like a duck...

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