Category: Project 21

Liberals Play the Race Card, But Get Dealt a Lousy Hand, by Michael King

Liberals Play the Race Card, But Get Dealt a Lousy Hand, by Michael King

New Visions Commentary /
Once again, racial politics seems the order of the day for liberals. Seeking a strategy to keep Judge John Roberts from the U.S. Supreme Court, liberals have apparently concluded race is Roberts's Achilles Heel.  Since their assertions are thin, outlandish ...
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Finding Sense (and Cents) in Bush's Social Security Reform, by Jimmie L. Hollis

Finding Sense (and Cents) in Bush’s Social Security Reform, by Jimmie L. Hollis

New Visions Commentary /
There's no lack of opinion concerning President Bush's plans to reform our ailing Social Security system. As an American of African ancestry, I support President Bush's efforts because I believe the reforms he's been talking about would help all black ...
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Now Is Not the Time to Abandon the War on Terror, by Ak'Bar A. Shabazz

Now Is Not the Time to Abandon the War on Terror, by Ak’Bar A. Shabazz

New Visions Commentary /
The recent terrorist bombings that rocked London and shocked the world should prove once and for all that the world needs to be more vigilant in the War on Terror. The first brutal and deadly attack on London's transit system ...
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Changing Our Destiny, by Don Scoggins

Changing Our Destiny, by Don Scoggins

New Visions Commentary /
It's unfortunate, but blacks will continue to suffer the consequences of socially destructive policies until we become more active in the political process. Seizing control of one's own destiny is empowering and liberating.  Simply relying on the government and our ...
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Supreme Court Choice Should Not Be About Sex, Brands or Politics, by Mychal Massie

Supreme Court Choice Should Not Be About Sex, Brands or Politics, by Mychal Massie

New Visions Commentary /
With Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O'Connor's retirement, the media and organizations of every faith, political orientation, sexual persuasion, and profession are suggesting replacements based on what they deem best for our country. What some say is best for America ...
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The Irony of an Apology, by Ak'Bar A. Shabazz

The Irony of an Apology, by Ak’Bar A. Shabazz

New Visions Commentary /
Legislative obstruction in the U.S. Senate kept anti-lynching legislation from becoming law during the civil rights era.  As a means of making amends, senators recently passed a resolution apologizing for its past failure to stop the racist murders of black ...
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Fleas Come with the Dog, by Mychal Massie

Fleas Come with the Dog, by Mychal Massie

New Visions Commentary /
As my grandmother used to say, "the fleas come with the dog."  Seldom have I seen her adage more graphically proven than among those opposing the confirmation of John Roberts to the U.S. Supreme Court. The savage ad hominem attacks ...
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A Whiff of Truth, by Kimberley Jane Wilson

A Whiff of Truth, by Kimberley Jane Wilson

New Visions Commentary /
A hard truth about homelessness in America smacked me in the nose.  Literally. The day had started out great.  As soon as I stepped aboard my bus, however, the good feelings evaporated like dew in the morning sun.  The bus ...
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Has Secular Humanism Become a Religion? by Carletta Skinner

Has Secular Humanism Become a Religion? by Carletta Skinner

New Visions Commentary /
A big question usually posed to those nominated to the U.S. Supreme Court concerns the nominee's views on the separation between church and state.  The upcoming confirmation hearings for Judge John G. Roberts, Jr. will be no different. We've seen ...
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Project 21 Press Release: Black Activists Criticize False Document Controversy; For Supreme Court Nomination, Manufactured Procedural Delays No Substitute for Genuine Advise and Consent

Project 21 Press Release: Black Activists Criticize False Document Controversy; For Supreme Court Nomination, Manufactured Procedural Delays No Substitute for Genuine Advise and Consent

Press Release /
Liberal Senators may attempt to delay a confirmation vote for Judge John Roberts by forcing a fight with the Bush Administration over privileged work-related memos. Citing other instances where procedural tactics have been used to obstruct confirmation processes, members of ...
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