Target, The Boycott and the Big Payback

When a leading Black faith institution accepts a corporate donation, the impact reverberates far beyond the sanctuary walls. That’s exactly what happened when the National Baptist Convention (NBC) accepted a $300,000 contribution from Target—setting off a storm of controversy that now grips the intersection of faith, finance, and social justice. At the heart of the backlash is a simple but profound question: …

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Goodnight Bill Moyers

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Sacrifice

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Due Diligence – “They’re Eating The Dogs And Cats

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He Lives – Understanding the Messiah: Beyond Translations and Texts

@23:36—References to the Messiah appear in the Old Testament: Genesis 3:15, Isaiah 5:6-7 and 53, Micah 5:2, Psalm 22. We've all heard the theories—King James had his reasons, whether for control, personal gain, or just the eternal human urge to edit what’s already been written. And yes, a million versions have followed. BUT—and here’s the part that transcends translations—if one is open to seeking God…

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Old Glory Bank Cancels Melania tRump’s DNA

The article discusses the controversy surrounding Old Glory Bank's decision to sever ties with Melania Trump. Melania alleges that the bank's actions were politically motivated, claiming her charitable efforts, including scholarships for foster children, suffered as a result. She frames this as an example of "cancel culture" affecting her personal and philanthropic endeavors.

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Daily Prompt

One evening, after wrapping up the poker games and counting the “house” money, I was set on going out to party. However, my friend at the time was vehemently against the idea. His frustration quickly escalated into rage, but his words alone weren’t enough to dissuade me. In a moment of fury, as the night deepened, he opened the nightstand drawer, pulled out a gun, and fired a shot in my direction.

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Historical Overview of Land Ownership in South Africa

The document discusses an executive order by Mr. Trump and President Musk regarding South Africa's discriminatory practices, apartheid history, and the Expropriation Act 13 of 2024.

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When Journalism Goes Awry, Over and Over Again

Why does the media continue to post and repeat the Tweets of #Trump? Is it really to inform the public, surely they know we can read it for ourselves. Police are taught that once you fire your pistol there is no taking back the bullet.

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The Founding Fathers and Democracy: A Complex Legacy

Founding Fathers Removal Who Is At Greater Risk UnalienableRights John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act Founding Fathers The Founding Fathers of the United States did not envision a pure democracy when they wrote the Constitution They were concerned about the risks of populism and mob rule, and they designed a system with checks and balances to distribute power among different branches of government …

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Eradicating Bias: Implications for Non-Christian Communities

Eradicating Executive Order Possible Impact Eradicating Eradicating means completely removing or destroying something, often to the point where it no longer exists. In a church in Phoenix, Trump chants were heard. Trump has told over 30,000 lies in his first four years; he couldn't name one favorite scripture; he removed anything to do with diversity, changed the name of a military base back to a Confederate…

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He Said He Likes The Uneducated – Kennedy Center

It's understandable to feel confused and concerned about controversial figures and their actions. Elon Musk, originally from South Africa, has indeed been a polarizing figure with various incidents and statements drawing criticism. However, the idea of attributing any passion for Hitler to him is a serious claim, and it's important to verify such information before drawing conclusions. Regarding the wealthy elite, their…

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They’re Eating the Dogs & Cars

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NATO: History and Importance in Global Security

The North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), established in 1949, serves as a military alliance for collective defense against aggression. With 32 member countries, NATO's core principle is that an attack on one member is an attack on all, as stated in Article 5. Its roles include crisis management and promoting democratic values.

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Gaetz Full Ethics Report

The ethics report regarding Representative Matt Gaetz has captured significant attention due to the serious allegations surrounding his conduct. The investigation focuses on potential violations of House rules and federal law, particularly concerning allegations of sexual misconduct and the possible misuse of campaign funds. The report displeases not only Gaetz himself but also raises ethical questions regarding the behavior of elected…

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Rise and Fall from Attorney General to Anchor

House Ethics Report Found Matt Gaetz Violated Statutory Rape Law Speaking of Ethics Early 1990s  1997 - Teen USA The House Ethics Committee found former Rep. Gaetz paid a 17-year-old girl for sex in 2017, concluding that he violated Florida’s statutory rape law. This was one of 20 instances where he paid for sex or drugs, according to the final draft of the panel’s report, which was obtained by CNN and subsequently…

https://msconcerned.com/rise-and-fall-from-attorney-general-to-anchor/

CEO UHG Murdered

UHG - NYPD Chief of Detectives Joseph Kenny told reporters that the words “delay,” “deny” and “depose” were scrawled on the ammunition, one word on each of three bullets. A law enforcement official, speaking on condition of anonymity, previously told The Associated Press that the words scrawled on the ammunition were “deny,” “defend” and “depose. The messages mirror the phrase “delay, deny, defend,” which is commonly used by lawyers and critics about…

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What Happened To the News Media

We all know the injustice when folk receive extremely different sentences for the same crime. Now we have become comfortable with NOT knowing why the media presents misinformation without fact checking immediately. For example JD Vance stating that the Hatians are eating the cats and dogs and they are illegal. First lets understand perhaps why the media may have not addressed the lies told by the Republican Party (those that engaged in…

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MAGA – Believed The Dumbest Lies – Are You Satisfied

Searches for "how to change my vote" on Google spiked on Election Day in states won by President-elect Donald Trump, indicating a degree of buyer's remorse after people cast their presidential ballots. There is no indication of how people might have wanted to switch votes, as Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump decisively beat Democratic candidate Kamala Harris on November 5, but the volume of searches…

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Forced Delivery vs. #Abortion – AfterCare Must Be Considered

Between 2006 and 2020, there have been more than 1,300 cases in which women were arrested, detained or prosecuted in legal actions related to their pregnancies, which include abortion, according to the National Advocates for Pregnant Women, a legal-defense nonprofit organization that that works to protect the rights of pregnant and parenting women, including those who have abortions. With the overturn of by…

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