Friday, February 4, 2011

Welcome to the February 4, 2011 edition of The 2011 Black History Month Blog Carnival



Welcome to the February 4, 2011 edition of The 2011 Black History Month Blog Carnival

Black History

Romeo Vitelli presents The "Separate But Equal" War posted at Providentia, saying, "An important chapter in desegregation"
BadGalsRadio presents The Scott Sisters freed from prison 1/7/11 – SUCCESS ! posted at BadGalsRadio - RootsRock since 99',
saying, "The Scott Sisters freed from prison 1/7/11 – SUCCESS !
Jamie and Gladys Are Finally Released ! As activists and journalists; we
stood with the sisters and dedicated our voice to seeing them free.
That day was a glorious day and we hope that the sisters are given the
assistance they need to get the transplant completed; and to get their
lives back on track."
Katie Tellefson presents 40 Blogs for the Cajun Enthusiast posted at Accredited MBA, saying, "With Cajun culture and history comes amazing music and even more amazing food. It isn’t every day that you get to nosh on gumbo or dance to the sounds of a fast-paced accordion, but with these Cajun
enthusiast blogs, you’ll gain a better understanding of the culture and
appreciate its quirks."

Black Thought

Chief Adviser Blog presents What Makes You Black? posted at Blunt Advice.

Black Folks

Jacqueline Thomas presents R.I.P. Mr. Charles E. Johnson posted at People You Need to Know Magazine, saying, "It was only on three occasions that I had the pleasure of meeting Mr. Charles E. Johnson, but I instantly knew that he was a man of vision and purpose. In his quiet strength, he was able to rally the country around his goal of putting Auburn Avenue in the spotlight. His ability to bring thousands of people from around the country to participate in his dream was utterly amazing. There is no doubt that his spirit will live on."
TheSUSS presents Co’mon Jermaine.. Who do you think is using your brain to figure this out ? posted at BadGalsRadio - RootsRock since 99',
saying, "Co’mon Jermaine.. Who do you think is using your brain to
figure this out ? Today We Ask – Does Jermaine Remember His Kids ? It’s
Monday so today we’re going to Hang with the Ever Entertaining
Jacksons. Today we draft our first member of the 2011 ID10T Team -It’s
Superstar Jermaine Jackson It Seems Jermaine Jackson’s passport expired
while he was overseas, and he cannot renew it.

Black Women

Jacqueline Thomas presents Get to Know Cathy Irby Durant posted at People You Need to Know Magazine, saying, "“From the time I was 9 years old, I knew I wanted to work in entertainment,” says Cathy Irby Durant. Not only is Cathy working in entertainment, she has managed to produce and direct over 200 video and film productions, including nearly 100 music videos airing on BET and MTV, documentaries, TV commercials and programs."

Black Education

Katie Davis presents Delete the N-word from Huck Finn? posted at Brain Burps About Books, saying, "Should the N-word be taken out of Huck Finn? Dr. Alan Gribben talks about why he changed the words of Mark Twain, the greatest American writer."




Black Facts

RE Ausetkmt presents Have A Real Worldview of WSP and Black America posted at BadGalsRadio - RootsRock since 99', saying, "Have A Real Worldview of WSP and Black America. Here’s a Quote from the UK Guardian on the state of American White Folks and why they are so hateful lately. For the poorest 90% of US families – the overwhelming majority of whom are white – median income has been effectively stagnant for a generation. Meanwhile social mobility has stalled. Here’s todays’ spokesman – Lupe’ Fiasco; with his topical hit – American Terrorist. We Love This Tune and Lupe Too. This is from two years ago – when they thought the economy was strong. yeah right. In this situation, many white Americans do not sense their experience compared..."

Current Events

Jacqueline Thomas presents African Women's Decade 2010-2020 | Minna Salami | Education for African WomenWomen posted at People You Need to Know Magazine,
saying, "However, controversial a thought as this may be, the fact is
that some of us, depending on what work we do, are better equipped to
succeed in the diaspora. Successful people (financially and mentally)
are ultimately better suited to help others."
Mama ASID - The RawRootsPodcast presents PODCAST * Welcome to the 2011 Insecurity Zone posted at BadGalsRadio - RootsRock since 99', saying, "PODCAST * Welcome to the 2011 Insecurity Zone
Hello 2011 and Welcome to the Insecurity Zone, Episode 1 includes this nuclear soundtrack : American Terrorist – Lupe Fiasco Bad Reputation – Vybz Kartel Self Defense – Agent Sasco Friend or Foe – Chase Cross Buddah in The Air – The Beatnuts History Time - Mos Def in Dub Listen To Hear - Talib Kweli Sleepin with the Enemy Remix – Diamond D Mama Say - Versatile Duration : 39:17 in 256k / 44.1 mb Stereo Format Produced : 01/04/2011 – at the Sunshine Shop in Tampa Florida Producers: Mama ASID/ RE Ausetkmt and Papa ASID Copyrights: BadGalsRadio"
BadGalsRadio.com presents So America How Much Longer are you gonna hold our ducats ? posted at BadGalsRadio - RootsRock since 99',
saying, "As this is the anniversary weekend of the birth of Dr. Martin
Luther King Jr we decided to remember the dream; in our own way. For
those who may have missed it The U. N. has declared 2011, the “Year for
People of African Descent.” Today we ask you if the Black Reparations
Fight has died for African Americans ? this is Dr Charles Ogletree of
Harvard talking about Reparations –"

Black Music

Jacqueline Thomas presents Alabama Mike | Tailor Made Blues posted at People You Need to Know Magazine,
saying, "Many things come to mind upon hearing Alabama Mike sing for
the first time, but mostly it’s where has this guy been? With a soulful
voice that brings such greats as Elmore James, Buddy Guy, Little Johnny
Taylor and yes, even BB King to mind, you will be asking yourself, “Why
haven’t I seen or heard of him before.”"
BadGalsRadio presents Its’ the Battle for the Beckys posted at BadGalsRadio - RootsRock since 99', saying, "Do You Know How to Polo on The Flo ? Yep dasss righttttt, it’s a dance and you saw it here first Polo and Iceman – does Polow the Don know you tryin to cop his beckys ? We’re just glad they let him bless his momma and daddy with nice rides. now that’s some love right there baby."
BadGalsRadio.com presents Wackness shouldn’t be a Talent; Entertainers posted at BadGalsRadio - RootsRock since 99', saying, "Wackness shouldn’t be a Talent; Entertainers.It’s an Ugly start to the year for Two Rappers we’ve talked about a bit lately; Gucci Mane and his boy Wacka Flocka. it appears that January 3, 2011 was a big ass day for Georgia Rappers and their lawyers. Wacka Flocka Turned himself in and his boy Gucci Mane was taken in. As it appears, the judges don’t care one bit about their previous claims that they’ll be better; since their conduct proved their true intentions. First thing you don’t do if you on paper for gang affiliations is throw your colors in pictures, and on stage –..."

Blacks in Government

BadGalsRadio presents When will Baby Doc be Put into The Docks to face the charges ? posted at BadGalsRadio - RootsRock since 99', saying, "Do You Remember This ? When will Baby Doc be Put into The Docks to face the charges ? That’s what inquiring minds want to know – our mind is included. We cannot forget his exit from Haiti in 1986 more than 20 years ago to exile in France; dodging the court indictments for his many crimes against the Haitian Peoples."
BadGalsRadio.com presents If it was good enough for Ben Franklin It’s Good Enough for YOU posted at BadGalsRadio - RootsRock since 99', saying, "If it was good enough for Ben Franklin It’s Good Enough for YOU. Ever Wish you could be there for a give away ? well this one was a sure winner. people lined up to turn in food to a canned good drive in droves. in exchange for what you ask ? What else Pot."

Black Entertainment

Mama ASID - TheSuss presents Amber’s Dropped; Talib Tussles; Shits Crazy Errywhere posted at BadGalsRadio - RootsRock since 99', saying, "Amber’s Dropped; Talib Tussles; Shits Crazy Errywhere. Yeahhhh.. That’s Amber Jing-a-ling Baby ! We could almost swear that’s Saint Grace Jones.. anyway - We hear that Amber’s modeling career was managed by Ford Models which is the top of the top. Now apparently Ms Rose is no longer being repped by Ford."

Black Art

Preity Smith presents 50 Best Art History Blogs posted at mastersdegree.net.
That concludes this edition. Submit your blog article to the next edition of the 2011 Black History Month Blog Carnival using our carnival submission form. Past posts and future hosts can be found on our blog carnival index page.
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