Monthly Archives: January 2012

5 Quick Ways to Nourish Your Soul!

I woke up this morning and couldn’t believe my eyes…someone stole the month of January! One minute I’m giving my wife a New Year’s kiss and the next minute we’re planning a President’s Day trip. It’s easy to get caught … Continue reading

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Recap of the CAP Event for “Jumping Beyond the Broom”

Aisha’s report on LGBT black Americans and the disparities they face received a warm welcome at a CAP event:   At an event on January 19, the Center for American Progress released its groundbreaking report, “Jumping Beyond the Broom: Why … Continue reading

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Poliwood Round-Up SOTU Edition: Never Go Back!

Last night the President gave his third State of The Union speech. Obviously this one being of uber importance because it’s an election year. Now, I will admit up front…I live for this stuff. There is nothing better than being … Continue reading

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How Are You Planting Seeds of Kindness?

The beginning of each New Year brings hopes as well as challenges…and the past two weeks have provided both. Right after we poured the last drop of champagne and cleaned confetti from the floor my beloved grandfather suffered a series … Continue reading

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Aisha’s Report “Jumping Beyond the Broom” Is Released Today

Her latest publication is the jump-start for a new initiative within the Center for American Progress and a remarkable glimpse into the lives of LGBT black Americans. Liberty and justice for all is not yet a reality in America. Despite … Continue reading

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Jumping Beyond the Broom: Why Black Gay and Transgender Americans Need More than Marriage Equality

Originally published at the Center for American Progress website. Today, the Center for American Progress launched the Fighting Injustice to Reach Equality, or FIRE, Initiative in conjunction with the release of the report, “Jumping Beyond the Broom: Why Black Gay … Continue reading

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Poliwood Round-UP: Yes, It Can get Worse!

I’m sure you were all glued to your TVs, iPads, and computers on Tuesday anxiously awaiting the results from the showdown in Iowa. Would it be Romney for the win? Would Gingrich have a revival? Would Michelle’s eyes finally pop … Continue reading

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525,600 minutes… Make Your Time COUNT!

When people ask what my favorite time of year is without hesitation I would answer with a gleeful cheer “SPRING”! What’s not to love? Budding leaves, pastel colored clothes, Cherry Blossoms. However, this year I’m changing my tune. Of course … Continue reading

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