Quote of the Day: Proverbs 16:32

“One who is slow to anger is better than the mighty; one who rules his spirit, than he who takes a city.” Proverbs 16:32

Dr. King’s staff marveled at his ability to control his anger . . .

The closer Obama comes to us, the further he would be from winning the nomination and the presidency.

“The average black American onlooker can’t help feeling proud but also just a little hurt watching Obama. Proud of his ability to traverse minefields on a national political landscape and hurt by what America demands of black candidates seeking public acceptance and trust. During the debate, black Americans in the audience sat, hands poised, yearning [...]

Revolution ‘67

Civil unrest. One sect battling another. And armed troops in the middle of it all. Iraq 2007? Nope. I’m talking about Newark, New Jersey 1967.

Check your local listings but in most PBS stations on Tuesday night, PBS will air POV: Revolution ‘67. It is a documentary on the Newark Riots of [...]

Viva Pamplona!!

In 2002, Rich, my brother, and I (Big J) went to Pamplona, Spain and ran with the bulls during the world-famous Festival of San Fermin!
rich: There was debauchery; the imbibing of massive quantities of wine, beer, and liquor; public urination; and public drunkenness. And that’s just what I did. Ahhh, the [...]