Ancient Bias Language: Blacks “Don’t Know; Whites Know”

One of the greatest of all ugliness is to continuously label the first African-American President of America as a “Don't know” President. The Tea Party Grand old Party (TPGOP) is using a dangerous and ugly strategy that hurt Americans to the core. Nevertheless, African-Americans accept the fact that President Obama is one of the most intelligent men of world leadership; and, as the most powerful leaders in the world he deserves respect. The TPGOP is determined to deny African-Americans and majority of Americans this wonderful joy.

Why would the TPGOP take this position? It works! Since the days of Jim Crow laws in the south and before, African-Americans have lived with these and other ugly labels, that’s hundreds of years of degrading, derogatory language, and concepts that’s geared to hurt and breakdown their self-respect, pride, and worthiness.

On most job sites and corporate offices across America; African-Americans would always find themselves trapped in the “Know Syndrome” like: I know; you don’t know; how do you know; what make you think that you know; etc. Regardless of their tries, it’s never enough; one still doesn’t know. Even if one invents a new way or product; one isn’t credit with the invention. African-Americans have lived with this sick syndrome for generations; it’s not a figure of one’s imagination; it’s real.

If one would reflect, with his or her own eyes and ears would see and hear The TPGOP’s modern attack against African-Americans, using the “Know Syndrome” tactics. Perhaps, the TPGOP knows that a large sector of America still is affected by this label that has had great success in deterring African-Americans. At least, cause them and others to second guess President Obama’s decisions or look deeply into his mind; if the President was another color this “know syndrome tactic” wouldn’t apply.

Is this attack against African-Americans a subtle invasion into the hearts and minds of a political exploited people? Yes! Are there other Americans exploited this way too? Yes! What hurts is: TPGOP, by the fact they’re employers and business owners in power, know their attacks should bring down America’s first African-American President; by creating social pains, African-Americans and other poor Americans would long question their decision to hire an African-American as President of the most powerful nation on earth. The TPGOP is rushing towards the edge of America’s most racist ideas and policies; open and notorious reshaping America into a “flat” world.

Southern Heritage Classic: What's in it for Memphis?

Fred Jones, creator of Southern Heritage Classic

As far as the eye could see people lined both side of the street, in a day festivity, to enjoy Southern Heritage Classic Parade. They cheered, waved, and smiled as each exhibited slowly passed. What’s interesting among other things is where it takes place: Surprisingly, the parade is displayed along Park Ave, Orange Mound, nationally known as the first organized African-American community in Memphis. SHC parade draws thousands of spectators back into this famous community thereby; opening up vast opportunities to spur economic growth by reminding Memphians of a great commercial past that once, and can again, thrived in Orange Mound.

One could only be impressed by observing such a large number small children, their eyes sparkling, waiting for a change to pick up candies as they watch other children march and dance along the parade route. Teens watching attentively enjoying each procession; by the way, as thousands waited and watched there were zero disruptions by any acts of senseless behavior; the people conducted themselves honorably.

Right along with the spectators, in the crowd, was Mr. Fred Jones, promoter and organizer of this renowned event. Fred Jones, Mr. Impressive, a role modern by any definition; expressed his views, openly, about the future of Southern Heritage Classic events. When asked if he envisioned, when first dreamed the idea, the level of success that he was witnessing this day? He simply stated that, “I’m a promoter; every promoter believes their idea would be the biggest and best.” But, what’s really interesting is: Mr. Jones expressed a will and wish to see SHC become a national event. When asked a racial question Mr. Jones quickly refuted by stating, “We must focus on the people who are here today enjoying themselves; not those who aren’t.” Along the parade route there were people of all ages, nationalities, races, and colors. Mr. Jones’ wisdom and vision earned him as Mr. Impressive, a down to earth man with a vision of something even greater in Memphis.

If one is impressed by the parade then, the football activities would blow your mind. The Southern Heritage Classic football game and its surrounding atmosphere are profound. Again, thousands of participants taking part in tailgating, vending, and family outings is greater than or match events like Memphis in May, Blues Festival, etc. In fact, there might not be any comparing. This event is so important that both Shelby County and the City of Memphis Mayors take an active role this day of activities. In addition, no politician is left; they all make their way to this classic football game.

TSU went down; JSU pulled it off, 35-29, but TSU won on other levels. They took JSU out with the Sophisticated Ladies, these beautiful women drew, what could’ve been, every photographer present, the battle of bands, and TSU kick off a victorious wave; it took three rounds, at the exact end of it, JSU scored; TSU didn’t try again. Who cares, with thousands of spectators and a stadium ¾ full; these games are necessary.

There is an economic impact that we all enjoy and benefit; from an immediate financial return to taxes into our city treasury. The public relations and human impact is immeasurable. Memphians must continue to come together so that events like this are felt well into the future. We must seek ways to include them into our overall economic plan. These events bring into our community fresh “outside” dollars; they fill our hotels, restaurants, night life, and they create event jobs. Mr. Jones has a plan to make this Southern Heritage Classic a national event, right here in our city. Each Memphian must accept this challenge as their challenge and do whatever is necessary to grow his dream into reality.

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Mark Coleman: In a Dog Fight for Super District 8-1

Mark Coleman says that he would make a better leader than Councilman Joe Brown; is that even possible? Councilman Brown has been around since the beginning of time. He has survived controversies, challengers to his political dynasty, and several administrations. During this cycle of elections he isn’t giving Mr. Coleman any attention at all. This long-term entrenched leader doesn’t view Mr. Coleman as a threat but, perhaps, a nuisance: that’s the prevailing attitude of someone who has been in political office for as long as Councilman Brown. Old bulls fight to stay king of the pasture for one day at a time; after all, there’s still something there to fight for. For those who are looking on; they secretly pray the old bull is whip by the young and moves on.
There’s one serious problem with Memphis politics especially among black elected official; they hate challenges nevertheless, challengers bring new ideas, vision, and want to make things better. Those elements are keys for the survivability of any community. Those who are wise know that a time comes when one must move over so the future can move in. Old bulls don’t fight young bulls to the death like old black political leaders do. It’s really easy to show some respect.
Mark Coleman if a fine man; he has served this community well. Mr. Coleman volunteered and worked in many candidate’s campaigns over the years, a staunch democrat, he has a long history of activism, intelligent, knows his way around Memphis politics, and his low-keyed mild mannerism would fit well in Memphis’ future leadership caucus. Mr. Coleman, a family man, holds close to his religious convictions and understands how to keep Memphis growing. He worked his way up through employment in several different political administrations; invaluable experiences that surely would add volumes to his understanding of how our city operates.
Mark Coleman isn’t a new kid on block or to politics; his father, Mr. John Coleman (deceased) was a long time labor leader at Ford Motor Co. and political activist also, he support many of our political leaders many of whom are in office today. John and Mark operated their business on the corner of S. Parkway & Florida Street for years; in that, he knows how to make payroll, budget, and create jobs.
If the people decide; Mark Coleman, Councilman, Super District 8-1.