Tag: New Visions Commentary

It's About the Common Man, Not the Celebrities, by E. LeMay Lathan

It’s About the Common Man, Not the Celebrities, by E. LeMay Lathan

New Visions Commentary /
While watching the television special "Black History, Television Shows" with my family, I learned things that had never occurred to me about some of my favorite shows. The program, hosted by sportscaster James Brown, featured a panel of celebrities and ...
READ MORE
What the NAACP Should Do Now, by Lana Hampton

What the NAACP Should Do Now, by Lana Hampton

New Visions Commentary /
With a changing of the guard occurring at the NAACP, the nation's oldest civil rights organization has an opportunity for growth and change. It would be in the NAACP's best interest to put itself on a more centrist course than ...
READ MORE
The Case for Clarence Thomas, Chief Justice of the Supreme Court, by Jeffrey Hicks

The Case for Clarence Thomas, Chief Justice of the Supreme Court, by Jeffrey Hicks

New Visions Commentary /
Chief Justice William Rehnquist's current battle with cancer is sending shock waves throughout the legal community. With the Chief Justice forgoing active participation in the Court's activities, it is speculated that the 80-year-old may be ready to retire. Republican gains ...
READ MORE
Some Post-Election Advice for Liberals, by Murdock "Doc" Gibbs

Some Post-Election Advice for Liberals, by Murdock “Doc” Gibbs

New Visions Commentary /
As I listen to the self-examination, recrimination and Monday morning quarterbacking among liberals over their sound defeat in Election 2004, I have a few suggestions. It's not a guarantee for success, but at least they won't be perceived as so ...
READ MORE
Negroes and Black Conservatives, by Mychal Massie

Negroes and Black Conservatives, by Mychal Massie

New Visions Commentary /
In the minds of the white liberal elite, there is an unambiguous dichotomy between Negroes and black conservatives. A glaring example of this truth is the racist bastardization of Condoleezza Rice, our President's choice to become Secretary of State. Rice ...
READ MORE
Bigotry from the Left, by Kimberley Jane Wilson

Bigotry from the Left, by Kimberley Jane Wilson

New Visions Commentary /
Bigotry can be found in the places one would least expect it to thrive. Author Shirley Jackson, remembered most for horror tales such as The Lottery, understood this when she wrote the slyly brilliant story "After You My Dear Alphonse." ...
READ MORE
Liberals Have Nothing to Offer But Lies and Fear, by Mychal Massie

Liberals Have Nothing to Offer But Lies and Fear, by Mychal Massie

New Visions Commentary /
Liberals have begun accusing President Bush of having a secret plan to call up more National Guard and Reserve forces after the election, and they are planting the idea that it is a precursor to a renewed draft. Pentagon spokesman ...
READ MORE
Voting Responsibly More Important Than Simply Voting, by Jimmie Lee Hollis

Voting Responsibly More Important Than Simply Voting, by Jimmie Lee Hollis

New Visions Commentary /
As the election draws near, the talk gets louder about voting - even though much of the talk is about voter registration and not voter education. Without the proper education and perspective, a wily politician can hoodwink the electorate. Take, ...
READ MORE
Tom Joyner Tunes Out Health Concerns, by David Almasi

Tom Joyner Tunes Out Health Concerns, by David Almasi

New Visions Commentary /
During the presidential campaign, John Kerry was branded a "flip-flopper" for continually taking conflicting positions on issues. It seems radio host Tom Joyner has a similar problem. On one hand, Joyner wants black America to make healthy choices. On the ...
READ MORE
Resolve an Indicator of the Future of World Freedom, by Ak'Bar Shabazz

Resolve an Indicator of the Future of World Freedom, by Ak’Bar Shabazz

New Visions Commentary /
People around the world are anxiously watching America for indications about their own future. It is up to the American people to determine how far freedom will spread across the planet. It is America's resolve in the war on terror ...
READ MORE

Project 21, a leading voice of black conservatives for over 25 years, is sponsored by the National Center for Public Policy Research. Its members have been quoted, interviewed or published over 40,000 times since the program was created in 1992. Contributions to the National Center are tax-deductible and greatly appreciated, and may be earmarked exclusively for the use of Project 21.