The Silence of America on the Murder in Gaza

Thanks to Sis. Deb. for introducing me to this powerful piece by Chris Hedges of Truthdig.

Meanwhile back on the plantation, the “White House” Negro defends his master…

Bits and Bytes

Here are some interesting and thought-provoking articles from around the AfroSphere to share:

1. A difference in African and African-American attitudes on racism in America:  “Could African-Americans Learn From Africans?“
2. The Field Negro defends his support of the State of Israel: “Still in the fields: And I have some Jewish friends with me“
3. Brotherpeacemaker on President-elect Obama’s support for Israel in it’s current conflict with the Palestinians of Gaza: “Who will Empathize With The Children Of Gaza“ 
4. National Black Republican Association response to the Saltsman-Obama controversy: “Francis Rice commentary: Obama The Magic Negro“
5. Mychal Massie on the farce that is Kwanzaa and how it has now become as commercialized as Christmas: Fleecing the Flock