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Was the Pork Industry the case of H1N1?

H1N1 was the government given to the virus but, it's street name was swine flu. Many don't know how this new virus came into the world but, MICHAEL POLLAN in a recent interview leaked some information. "For example, during the swine flu epidemic, pork prices plummeted, because a lot of people thought you should avoid pork, and you could get—in fact, none of us are calling it “sw


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Are Charter Schools a new form of segregation

Charter Schools were setup to help in the community. Some approve of them because of the rules and the no red tape effect from the public schools. Others don't like them because , the money given to Charter Schools takes away from the public school system budget. Well, there is a new twist added to the Charter School. A recent report from the UCLA’s Civil Rights Project is stat


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Google and NSA back at it like bad habit

Although some see Google as a giant in the search engine industry, the people that sell ads are moving away from them and forming their own ad networks. Google is good at what is does but, recently, Google has not been able to stop cyber attacks that started in China. This has led Google to team up with NSA. NSA is one of the world leaders in spying and hacking themselves. This n


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Is Rushern L. Baker III a political crook in PG County, MD?

Yes, ladies and germs it is that time of year again. The time of year when the snakes that come out stand up and ask for your vote and, others call them political leaders. The term you use is for you to decided but, this time around streetroachpics.com will have cam all up in everyone's face therefore, you can run but , you cannot hide. The topic in hand is Rushern L. Baker III.


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CBC release a statement about the Salahi couple

The Congressional Black Caucus released a statement about the Salahi couple. On September 28, 2009 The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation hosted its Annual Phoenix Awards Dinner as part of its 39th Annual Legislative Conference in Washington, DC. More than 4,000 guests attended the event which is the major fundraiser for the Foundation's scholarship, internship and fellowshi


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President Bush did not Pardon John Forte

John Forte is best known as a rapper and producer of the world famous rap group the Fugees. Forte was recently release from prison but the press had stated that he was pardon by President Bush. It appears someone was wrong. If you watch the video below, you will see what Forte has to say about the pardon.


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Rep. Bobby Rush trying to save the kids

Rep. Bobby Rush of Illinois does not shy away from any activism. Rep. Rush has shown a history of making attempts to help the community that he represents. Currently, he has his focus on youth violence in the public school system. A memo was released from his office today and it had the following information in it. On Monday, November 2nd Congressman Bobby Rush (IL-01) will unveil


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People For Change and Sen Rosapepe meet

Jim Rosapepe and People for Change were in the same room recently in Laurel, MD. Although some people may ask Rosapepe what have you done for me lately, State Sen Rosapepe is not hiding behind the Maryland seal as the Asst Deputy Majority Whip in the state of Maryland. The grass root group People for Change is still around and attempting to build up steam for the up coming elections


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Kwame Brown drafted

In the District of Columbia , there is political seat that some people want to have. The position is Mayor of DC. Currently, Fenty head is up for grabs but ,he has a 2 million dollar war chest. Everyone from this town knows that chest may not mean much if the streets are against you or want to see you go. For example, if you drive down 16 st, you will see Draft Kwame Brown for Mayo


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A child is kick out of school every second in NYC

During the 2009 Congressional Black Caucus Foundation conference, one of the panels with education as the topic had a person on the panel that was very upset with the NYC school system police force. The woman provided information about the NYC school police force. She stated it was the six largest in the country, they are taking kids out of school in handcuffs for minor things, and , the sch


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How did Bill Clinton Crack?

During the Clinton Presidential years, he agree to be interviewed daily by Taylor Branch. Branch is a famous author and civil rights historian. On one of the interview sessions, Clinton went into some details about the Monica "sayanim" Lewinsky. According to an article in the USA today, Clinton made the following statement. He told Branch the Lewinsky affair began because "I crac


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Jimmy Cater says race is a factor with President Obama

President Obama has been receiving major disrespect from various members of the American population. For example, individuals holding up hate signs, carrying guns to his speaking engagements. If you recall, the Chief Justice of the United States botched Obama's oath taking ceremony. Obama is reported to received thirty death threats a day according to various sources. If you think about it,


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Obama has money for your education MOM

Amid all the hype for stimulus dollars, there is legitimate funding opportunities for mom's who want to further their education, or start their education. It has always been difficult for mom's returning to the workforce to match the needs of potential employers, and let's face it, in today's economy the need for two income households, and higher wage earning jobs are a necessity. However, due


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The people in Laurel ,MD voting rights taken

The city council of Laurel, MD and the Mayor of Laurel ,MD are holding the voting population of the city under their thumb. The city is holding an election on Sept 8, 2009 but will only have one polling place open for 12,000 voters. The voting ballot for the City of Laurel,MD has some major issues up for grabs. One topic on the ballot is a 15 percent pay raise for the Mayor and


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Tagged.com is going to jail for identity theft and spamming

If you have not heard of Tagged.com, you are not on any social networking sites. Tagged.com is a new kid on the block compared to other sites. It has a large Spanish speaking and black or African American following with most of its members. Tagged.com started around the time Blackplanet.com was being sold but, you did not hear that from me. Recently, the New York state's atto


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Methold Man and Red Man thought paparazzi were the feds

Redman and Method Man are on tour right now and were caught in the DMV(DC ,MD and VA). The pictures in the article show the two actors slash rappers reaction to the paparazzi. The driver for the two got up close and personal with the Streetroacpics.com street guy. The driver first tried to bride the street guy, talked to him and asked him if he were the cops. Everyone knows that 5


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U.S. African Chamber of Commerce Asks White House to Honor Michael Jackson

The U.S. African Chamber of Commerce says The White House needs to honor Michael Jackson like other global leaders. (PRWeb Jun 27, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/Michael_Jackson/Humanitarian/prweb2583814.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/Michael_Ja


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Census Bureau Data Destroyed

The Census Bureau has ensured that all their data is totally protected throughout its lifecycle. The Census Bureau has contracted a nationally recognized data destruction company, Data Killers, to perform on-site shredding of all tapes and hard drives. (PRWeb Jun 19, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/06/prweb2548554.htm


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2009 Inauguration pics Day 2

Well, the first set of pictures are from the Radio One VIP event at the Lincoln Theater. Cathy Hughes the radio legend put event and invited lots of people. Please remember to wait for all the pics to load Antionio of WKYS radio in the DC cluster


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Martin O'Malley and Brenda Donald affair

If you recall in 2005, a Joseph Steffen spreading gossip about O'Malley extra martial affairs. O'Malley is the current governor of Maryland. Although Steffen never presented proof, it has come to the attention of Streetroachpics.com that Brenda Donald name was on the jump off list or the alleged jump off list. The fun part of this jump off list is that Brenda Donald is now the Secretary of


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2008 Congressional Black Caucus gala and gathering

Although the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation conference is able to draw power brokers and network seekers, the event is more then just party. The purpose of the event is to allow members of the CBC and others in the world community to come together to discuss current and future concerns that face the black community, people of the world and the United States. During the annual Prayer B


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Prince Georges County Child Support Task force a Closer look

Chapter 246 aka Maryland House Bill 636 for session 2007 needs a good look so all will understand. The story along with others to come is not saying child support collection is not needed. The purpose to educate those so it will be on the record. If you recall the Streetroachpics.com article titled, “Prince Georges County Child Support System “, it presented some history as to ho


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Adrian Fenty the boy who became King

Adrain Fenty is now the new Mayor of the District Of Columbia. There are many questions surrounding Fenty and his ability to do the Job. Fenty looks to using New York City management for model to help manage the District Of Columbia although New York City has many revenue streams such as tolls, various taxes and the ability to create laws to help the city. The District of Columbia is basica


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Nancy Pelosi the Baltimore Shark

Nancy Pelosi the new speaker of the house is the future and hope of the Democrat party. Nancy has had a long Political career and much success as she climb the hill to gain the speaker seat. Streetroachpics.com plans to watch the first 100 days of the new star in the house but before the this starts, streetroachpics.com will explain how Madam Speaker became the Baltimore Shark.


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Did Fenty Get Punked

The oath was not even 1min old and, Fenty had to do the famous DC mayor minstrel show dance. You see a DC mayor has no real power but, Congress does. Fenty had to take his office oath in private and put his inaugural day on hold. The reason the inaugural was on hold was because of the State Funeral of the former President Gerald Ford. The new King of the land still has to play the colon


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Martin O’Malley one step from the Holly Grail

So Pretty Boy O’Malley is the new Maryland Governor. To a larger audience, the name O’Malley may be a person in your area but, to the people in Maryland, Martin Pretty Boy O’Malley may just be a con. While O’Malley was a Big City Mayor, he locked up a lot of folk, maybe fudged some numbers and let schools fall apart. Well, streetroachpics.com plans to do a 100 day watch on the man one step away


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Baltimore Shark attacks Black Caucus

Ethics is such a gray word in today’s world. To the Baltimore Shark, ethics is everything or is it. William J. Jefferson was removed from the Ways and Means Committee although many members of the Black Caucus were opposed to it. The reason Jefferson was removed is because of 90,000 in a freezer and a FBI investigation. Maybe Jefferson had this money buried or something but the FBI did not thin


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Fenty wants the School Board

Fenty has set his sights on the School Board. He has paid for research and the research tells him the school board should report to him. The School Board feels this plan is wrong and things should remain the same. The bottom line is Fenty wants to control the school system so he can hold people accountable and, he can show the folks of DC that he is in control of the problem. Some may wond


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OMalley wants to hit targets

O'Malley wants to take it slow as he adjust to his new post. O'Malley knows all eyes are on him as he works his way to the Holly Grail aka the White House. O'Malley has made a simple plan and has present it to all. The new Maryland Governor wants to look at education, smoking Ban, Slots, death penalty, tobacco tax, and voter receipts. O'Malley has chosen the easy road. He has suggested that in


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Fenty wants puff puff pass back

The ink is not even dry on the smoking ban bill in DC but, Fenty wants to raise the hardship limit from 5% to 15%. The hardship limit is for restaurants or others that see a decrease in profits of 5% in there business due to the smoking ban. This is a clear example of money talks and bull crap walks. For those of you who frequent the DC night life, I am sure you noticed that clean air and no


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O’Malley cuts Inauguration budget

O’Malley will have the inauguration but, he will not spend 900k like the last guy. The cost comes up to about 250k. O’Malley will do a lot town hall meetings before the big day. He still will allow the parade as part of tradition but, he does not want to spend a lot of money on the event. He also cut the ticket price of the inaugural dinner from 100 to 50. O’Malley is meeting with various lead


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Fenty says no money

The U Street Lincoln theater may have to close up shop for away. As of yesterday, the Lincoln Theater only had 1500 dollars in his bank account. The theater is a historical land mark for the District of Columbia and to many African Americans in the country. The theater is only a two blocks from Fenty’s mayor campaign office of 2006. The Lincoln will get a line of credit until for awhile to


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Fenty the hardest working man in the castle

The new King of DC Adrian Fenty has listed a 200 item action list. One hopes his new found billion dollar mentor did not have any influence on this list. Fenty based on the sound bites appears to be doing something . The ratings of his actions are too early to tell but good or bad at least the new King of DC is putting on a good PR effort. Fenty at this points seems very focus but please re


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Martin Pretty Boy O’Malley wants to see you in his mirror

O’Malley has plans to increase surveillance on the citizens of Maryland. Although it is not clear the level of spying that will be used, O’Malley plans to use new technology to fight crime along any other threat. The major plan of action are video camera and watch centers. Although sounds like a good plan, many people are worried about abuse and will the state of Maryland become a police sta


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Madam Baltimore Shark under pressure from supporters

While the new speaker goes around changing things, people of all walks of life have come up with things for her to do. In her home district , a group of protesters have been putting pressure on her to bring the troops home. The protesters formed the word peace by using 1000 people . The people formed word could be seen from the air. Strangely enough a news publication called “Mother Jone


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O Malley looks out for the little man

O'Malley makes promise to stop employers from beating workers out of their money. This is a big problem for day labors. Some of the companies that use day labors have used various tricks and schemes to avoid keep promises made to the people that work there. The list of tricks are as follows. The employer may write bad checks, not fully pay the labor person, most perform more work outside agre


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Nancy Peliso Bans cigeretts on Hill

The new speaker of the house bans the last smoking lobbly on Capital Hill. If you have to smoke, you have to go outside with all the other wind bags. Peliso's new power is having full effect on the Capital Hill community. She present facts about how smoking not healthy then banned the last indoor smoking outlet on Capital Hill.


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Fenty holds court in troubled area

Mayor Fenty holds court on Robinson Pl. Fenty brought attention to the trouble area in the Nations Capital. He had top cabinet members called up and, Fenty and the cabinet visited the area of SE Washington. Fenty wanted to remind the people not to forget about the people there on Robinson Place. This seems to be an effort on Fenty's part to include the whole city as it moves under a new adminis


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Nancy Pelosi released thoughts of Kings Holiday

Nancy Pelosi the speaker of the house release her thoughts on MLK holiday. The following is a direct statement with not edits. "With his total intolerance of intolerance, Martin Luther King brought us closer to the ideal of equality that is America's heritage and hope. Today our nation is facing different tests of our commitment to the values that make our nation great. But Dr. King's power


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Speaker of the House bites at big Holly Rollers

Nancy Pelosi has started down the reform path. The first group to feel the bite of the Baltimore Shark are the churches or organization that will mobilize people regarding acts against Congress and spend more then 50,000 a month while spreading this message. If a church or non profit falls into this area, they must register as a grass root lobbyist. If a member of Congress has dealing with su


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Mya dated AdrianFenty

Mya and Mayor Adrian Fenty both grew up in the D.C. metro area. How did the two hook up? Mya lived in P.G. county and , Fenty grew up in the upscale area of northwest. According to Afredas of the Russ Parr Morning show, Fenty and Mya may have been friends and lovers. This issues came up while Afredas was discussing Mya tell all book. It appears the double blackberry carrying Mayor of the Dist


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Mya news sources lied

If you recall, Mya was writing a tell all book. You may have seen or heard this story everywhere. It was talked about on the Russ Parr Morning Show. It was all in the gossip sites such as Mediatakeout.com along with other new sources and outlets. Streetroachpics.com found it odd for Mya to be linked or involved with the boy who wanted to be King other wise known as Adrian Fenty.


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Congressional Black Caucus allows stars and future thinkers to mix it up

The CBC foundation otherwise known as the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation bridges the gap between future power brokers of various communities and people with star power. If you attend the CBC event, you get information about issues that the African American community is facing. You may see a few of your favorite entertainers showing their support for this event or , even taking part in th


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Prince Georges County Child Support System

Jack Johnson did not even put up a fight to save the innocent in his county. Everyone knows privatizing child support has failed in Baltimore City. It appears O'Mally and others want to further victimize the another majority black community. Although the demographic data of economics is different in Baltimore City then in PG County, the demographic population remains the same. Chapter 246 a


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The secret society Task forces names list

Streetroachpics.com has found the names of the Task Force. This Task Force is related to Prince County Child Support chatper 246. Pictures of each individual are soon to come. This list very important. You need to know who to call . You need to know who is accountable. The number and address to right for this task force is as follows. Donna M. Mooshegian c/o Child-Support En


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Prince Georges County Child Support Task force a Closer look

Chapter 246 aka Maryland House Bill 636 for session 2007 needs a good look so all will understand. The story along with others to come is not saying child support collection is not needed. The purpose to educate those so it will be on the record. If you recall the Streetroachpics.com article titled, “Prince Georges County Child Support System “, it presented some history as to ho


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Hip Hop , money and government agencies

Hip Hop , money and government agencies “First you the money, then you get the power and then you get respect”, If you seen Scarface you know this quote all too well. Hip Hop has been on the watchful eye of various entities for various reasons. Although Hip Hop as an industry has taking the World by storm, there are some who fear it or the power it will bring to those who r


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Sandra F. Peaches corporate thug

It appears that the Prince Georges County public access is not public access. It appears the law written that state all Prince Georges County residents have rights to have their shows aired on public access is not being honored. Some of you may asked . Why is this important. If we look at a brief model of how public access can help you, you will understand why this should be


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Should Obama have checked Biracial on Census

With all the problems in the world, race is still a major topic in the United States. In a recent article in the LA Times, one of the United States Biracial organizations is upset with the fact the President Obama has checked the Negro box on his census form while living in White House. From the LA Times: Michelle Hughes, president of the Chicago Biracial Family Network, sai


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The black vote must count in the winner take all states

In the deep south, the voting process for the President and some congressional districts is winner take all. The republican party is taking an active roll in the black community to show concern for their votes. For example, the Sundaypaper.com is reporting 80 billboards have been brought by mostly African American communities in Georgia. The Billboards are a talking about abortio


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Atlanta mayor and magic stick syndrome

It has been reported that the Atlanta City mayor's child is up on criminal chargers. Shriley Franklin , who was recently shamed by an ex lover because of some contracts awarded, is now facing another shame. Mayor Franklin's oldest daughter Kai Franklin Graham aka a ride or die chic has pleaded guilty to structuring financial transactions . In other words, she sent money to her ex husband who


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Sgt. Steven Talvy NYP Animal on the street

In most civilized worlds, animals are captures, caged and locked away. In New York City , the King allows his marry men to run wild and free and ,do as they please. It appears that NYPD is above the law. Recently, two lawyers were alleged beaten by Talvy. The two lawyers were stopped at a traffic light and noticed the police chasing a young black male. To anyone in America ,


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United State Army Reserve 102 birthday

The United States Army Reserves was honored on Capital Hill to celebrate their 102 anniversary. This event allowed some people to re enlist to enjoy the honor. The National Capitol Reenlistment Ceremony gives the U.S. Army Reserve, currently 206,000 strong, a unique opportunity to recognize high-performance Soldiers who have chosen to commit to continued service (thousands of Sol


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Earth Day 2010 and EPA come together for GREEN

Earth Day is an annual world wide event. In Washington,DC , the EPA held a large tent exhibit on the National Mall and , the Earth Day Network held their annual event on the other side of the street of the National Mall. The EPA event was all about new green technology. Some of the Earth Day performers and nationally known names were seen strolling the mall such as Press Band ,The Roots an


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Is Adrian Fenty a carpetbagger or just Fiddler from roots?

If you have not heard , Robertson Foundation and Walton Family Foundation just supported a long time conspiracy theory about a big power interest wanting to remove the majority population out of the District of Columbia. Recently, the DC community found out that Rhee cannot be fired because of some backroom deal allegedly made by the current Mayor. Private funds were given to the DC school sy


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Will State Taxes kill you ?

Thirteen states taxed working-poor families deeper into poverty last year, according to a new report from the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities. In some of those states, poor families faced several hundred dollars in state income taxes -- a significant amount for a family struggling to make ends meet, the report said. Moreover, while some states implemented tax reductions


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Is Uncle Sam trying to end the use of Credit Cards ?

The NBCC also urged Senators to reject attempts to attach credit-card interchange legislation to the financial-regulation bill currently before the Senate. Harry C. Alford, president and CEO of the National Black Chamber of Commerce, issued the following statement: "These proposed radical changes to the nation's credit-card interchange system would hurt small businesses


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Minorities face the same story when it comes to loans

If you are a minority in the American population and , you go for a loan, you may face the same problem when you go for a loan. You get the short end of the stick . As financial reform works its way through the Senate, a new study by the National Community Reinvestment Coalition (NCRC) indicates that subprime lending and subsequent resulting foreclosures were led by the private m


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Will School Voucher form an under class in the long run?

In Chicago there is movement to ad low income families with school vouchers to attend private schools. Although this plan seems good as discuss below, many people thinks this is a new form of segregation or creating an under class by taking the best and smartest from the low income areas. Demonstrating the power of grassroots action to drive solutions to persistent school fai


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Luda talks Census to New Yorkers

Big country Luda goes to the big apple to talk Census. The Census is a big topic in 2010. The government are using various sources to encourage people to do their Census and get counted Ludacris embarks on webisode 3 of a 5 part series for the 2010 Census Luda On The Block tour, bringing his daughter, Ed Lover of WWPR-Power 105, and NYers together to break down the realities of wh


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Congress person Bobby Rush helps keeps America's eyes on Haiti

A congressional delegation (CODEL) will depart for Haiti at 7:30 AM EST on Friday May 7, nearly five months after a shocking earthquake rocked the poor island nation. The group of 10 members and other U.S. officials will be led by Rep David Price (D-NC) and will include Rep. Bobby L. Rush (D-IL). This is the latest collection of lawmakers to travel to the Caribbean country since the January 12


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Mom finds out about sons death in church on Mothers day and Bobby Rush is mad at Police

Today U.S. Representative Bobby L. Rush (D-IL) sent a letter to Chicago Police Superintendent Jody Weis charging that the police department is ignoring the homicide of 35-year-old Anthony Kyser who was allegedly strangled to death May 8 by an employee of CVS pharmacy. The legislator sent the letter after the Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office responded to his inquiry about the murder i


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BP executive says after event will not be modest

After more then 20 days on the BP oil spil in the Gulf of Mexico, BP as a company is failing greatly. The confirmation to their fail efforts to stop the underwater oil leak came today on an interview on the TODAY show. After explaining the efforts given may not come close to a perfect 10 in the future, the BP oil exec stated that after events of the oil spill will not be modest. In other wor


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PBS' National Memorial Day Concert backstage pictures and symbols of the holiday

PBS' National Memorial Day Concert 2010 went down in the DMV today. The streetroahpics.com group was able to capture some photos of the event. The pictures below state it all. click here to see all pics


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Prince Georges County officer riding police bike with favorite shirt

In Prince Georges County Maryland, the police like to enjoy a ride on their motorcycles with their favorite rider shirt. The picture below explain it all police in maryland picture police in maryland picture


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US Attonery Eric Holder and his Wife Dr. Sharon Malone

While President Obama and his Wife Michelle Obama were having their date night at the Thurgood play at the Kennedy Center starring Lawrence Fishburn aka Larry Love, the US Attorney General was out with his wife Dr. Sharon Malone at the same event. Although the US Attorney is not holding his wife hand in the photo, we are sure all things are good in this long marriage with three kids and his w


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Fenty is allowing the police to break the law when it comes to Larry Fishburne

You all know the story and , you know the town. Lets add the drama to the mix , you get the life and times of low budget paparazzi. Here we go again. We have over zealous individual with a badge and a loaded gun. You tell me what the hell am I suppose to do. This story starts with Laurence Fishburne and the Thurgood Marshall play at the Kennedy Center. The players have been state


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Maryland State Police got taught a lesson

Imagine you are riding down the street, having a good time and the police pull you over. They pull you over in an un marked car, pull their gun out and hide their gun when a co-worker show up.What are you suppose to do? Let's add one more thing in the story. You have a video camera on your head and, you capture everything but, you are the one charged with wiretapping because you po


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2010 Prince George's County election candidates

It is that time of year again in the state of Maryland. Well, in Prince George's County, the party elections are held on September 14, 2010. Don't forget that date if you want to pick the person to run for your party. You may get stuck with a person that does not return phone calls or serves your interest. This is the importance of voting. If you are having trouble determining wh


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Bobby L. Rush and Rev. Jesse L. Jackson Sr. team up speak shootings in Chicago

Owning a fire arm is a constitutional right. If you live in an area where shootings are rare, you may not have a problem with it or, you may feel you have a need to bare arms for your own protection. Recently, the Supreme Court 5-4 decision to extend gun rights nationwide. Cities similar to Chicago may have a problem with this ruling. For example, there have been over 80 shootings


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