When is enough enough?
I have held off for some time from putting these thoughts out there for the entire world to see, as I fear it may upset certain people. But the time has come the open up this particular can of worms, if only to work through my own thoughts, and maybe help others in the same situation to work through theirs. I recently read an article about ending friendships over differing…
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President Obama Speaks On Income Inequality
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President Obama made a speech today at the Center for American Progress challenging Americans to address the problem of growing income inequality. Source: The White House on YouTube #RaiseTheWage
Read more...Wu-Tang Clan – C.R.E.A.M.
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Today is the 20th anniversary of the release of Enter The Wu-Tang: 36 Chambers. Wu-Tang Clan’s debut album is a masterpiece and the unprecedented blend of razor-sharp lyricism, haunting production, and martial arts mythology seemingly came out of nowhere to launch a new and exciting sound from New York City’s underground scene that captivated a worldwide audience and has made an indelible and lasting imprint on the music industry. ETW:…
Read more...Rhime Divine – Humanity
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Rhythm Rebel Music by Ted James Rhime Divine – Humanity Chorus: Klaus Mein Humanity Auf wiedersehen It’s time to say goodbye The party’s over As the laughter dies An angel cries Humanity Verse One: Ted James Health care, health care, can we dealt here, like divisions melt here, like a pulse is felt here, like wealth is second tier to making tumors melt here, buck corporate interests…
Read more...Reflections on Syria
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Let me begin by saying that my purpose for writing this is not to present my opinion on whether or not the United States should strike the Assad regime in Syria. I am unable to do that at this time because I have not completed the painstaking task of formulating said opinion. Therefore, this is not a persuasion piece written in hopes of convincing others to agree with one side…
Read more...Tech 22 – Dear Mr. Dolan
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Cablevision workers from Brooklyn ask CEO James Dolan: Where the papers at? Performed live on stage at the 50th Anniversary of the March on Washington. Learn more about the fight at Where the Papers At? Source: Communication Workers of America on YouTube Artist: Tech 22 (Minee Smalls, Jaywalk, Chilo & DMAC) Music Composed & Produced by Cocotaso Music Co-produced by Chris Thompson Video Production: Time of Day Media Where…
Read more...Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. – “I Have a Dream” Speech
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In honor of the 50th anniversary of the “I Have a Dream” speech at the March on Washington, it should be on everyone’s to-do list to take a few moments and sit with Dr. King’s empowering and illuminating words today. To that end, we’re sharing the full video and text of the speech here at theLeftAhead to do our small part towards nurturing collective reflection. The march towards justice continues….
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Information Table
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Alone in a raft of contumacy Paddling in an ocean of apathy Throwing out the net. Droplets of salt water Burn the eyes as passers by Forge ahead with unwavering focus. Stubborn discipline in rhythm “Our boats shall not be rocked.” One by one Tunnel vision. Two by two Impermeable banter. Four by four Impervious rancor. Approach, reproach Then rescind into the distance. Keep surveying impatiently A connection within oar’s…
Read more...Six Up
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Shake It Out – Intellectually, I understand the merits of the worldview that argues that it is irrational for me, as a spectator, to get emotionally invested in the outcome of a sporting event when it does not have a direct impact on my own life. I understand the rationale behind treating sports as escapism, as a distraction from the rigors of everyday life, and to enjoy the injunction from…
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James Wattz Jones – Sneak Attack
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James Wattz Jones – Sneak Attack All lyrics written by Ted James, Nick Jones, & D-Wattz Intro: Ted James You’re now rocking with the best And we’re back It feels so good M7…James Wattz Jones Chorus: Nick Jones We started this movement shit (that’s right) So spare me with all your moods ‘n shit M7 (uh) we on that next level shit Every tock, every tick, and…
Read more...President Obama Reflects on Trayvon Martin Case
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President Obama made an impromptu statement today in the White House briefing room reflecting on the Trayvon Martin case. #JusticeForTrayvon Source: The White House on YouTube
Read more...No Gray (Incomplete) [Poem Form]
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Justice is a musket Primitive and rustic And which ever way you thrust it Them instincts getting trusted This shit stinks I’m disgusted From the missed winks It’s corrupted To the chain links System’s busted So these sentences Constructed Off a few kinks Fingers dusted When the hood sinks Like a bucket Here’s the hoodwink “Kill ’em, fuck it.” ________________________________ Black and white. No gray. Written July 2013 in…
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