Category Archives: Finance
Links of the Week 28 August 2009
Top Five
OFA Blog: Remembering Senator Ted Kennedy
Rest in Peace Senator Kennedy! Thank you SO MUCH for your years/decades of hard work. This clip is from the 2008 Democratic National Convention. I was so moved by him during that week. I wish I would have paid more attention to his work and commitments sooner. I know that he and his work-style will be greatly missed! We need more Senators like him! I can’t remember the last time I cried over the passing of someone that was not directly connected to me – he was that kind of public servant!
Study shows food stamps an unhealthy influence on women’s nutrition
Getting out of the way so that women can save the world
This article is a reaction to the NYTimes Magazine’s recent feature concerning Women’s Rights. I agree with what Ann Freedman is saying in her review of the series.
This document is from a grassroots organization I was involved with when I lived in the Dominican Republic.
Six months after the final edition, what have we learned?
Photo of the Week
Source: www.phdcomics.com
Quote of the Week
“My name is Jonathan Emil McCoy and I approve this message.” from Jonathan E. McCoy’s Speech: A New Petition
Politico
7 Reasons Why the Republican Party Will Win Big in 2010
This blog post is written by a GOP supporter but I do think some of the points he addresses are either merited or something the DNC needs to think about as 2010 approaches.
I didn’t think the Town Hall antics would reach my home state of Delaware but sadly it did. An interesting article about those who still do not believe that President Obama is not a US Citizen. I wonder if they would be satisfied if Senator McCain became president considering that he was born on a US Base that is US soil according to law but he was not born in one of the fifty states. Though what is more important is for the US to find out what are some of the Birthers grievances that is causing them to act out so strongly – I think if we can get to the root of this we can end this “movement.”
Skin Deep – Black Hair Still Tangled in Politics
Other
Reaching the next generation with ‘Muppet diplomacy’
Check out this link to hear Sesame Street song from Palestine.
Mujeres
Black Women Should Lighten Up? On health, optimism and bias
This article is from the recent New York Times Magazine issue focused on Women. Though I do not think that the world’s women need to be saved (see Top Five) just simply given an opportunity to contribute this is a good series overall.
Finances
So as I was reading an old NYTimes article Sunday I came across an article about financial advise for recent graduates and though I graduated college 5 years ago I decided to check out the article. Well Beth Kobliner, Ramit Sethi and Madison Nipp all answered questions from people dealing with finances and I learned A LOT. So please click on that article and follow these people, if you are on Twitter, or buy their books or read their blogs. I saw a few other articles on the NYTimes website and decided to link all of them here. I hope you learn something and take steps towards financial stability.
Your Money – Financial Advise for Recent Graduates
Your Money – A Day Off to Tackle the Financial To-Do-List
Your Money – It May Be Time For You To Find A New Credit Card
Oldies But Goodies
Markell Signs landmark energy legislation
Looks like DE is trying to be a leader when it comes to Green Policies.
This trend started during the 2008 election and I think it was the biggest mistake he made, loosing the one thing that drew people (well independents) to him.
People of Influence – Delaware Today
Delaware State Representative John Kowalko, who I know through his daughter, is featured. He was instrumental in getting the Wind Energy Bill passed in Delaware. I am glad that my home state is left in good hands.
Links of the Week 17 July 2009
Top Five
(In Order)
Report Identifies Characteristics of Sustainable Nonprofits
Hello From Havana
A very interesting breakdown of the ruling style of Raul Castro that includes his speaking style, sense of humor and policy changes since coming to power in 2008.
Vice Presidency Has Changed Over The Years
Interesting look at the position of the Vice Presidency and what has been done in recent administrations to change that role.
What Gov. Palin Forgot (Sen. John Kerry)
Sen. Kerry discusses a recent op-ed that Gov. Palin wrote showing that global warming is indeed a problem using examples from the state of Alaska.
Solutions: Help Madison Avenue find FauxBama Girls
This is an interesting blog search plus a chance to give little Black and Mixed girls a chance of exposure. Read post for details and disregard dates as this was tweeted this week.
Quote of the Week
“Being white and male is seen instead as a neutral condition, the natural order of things. Any “identity” — black, brown, female, gay, whatever — has to be judged against this supposedly “objective” standard. Thus it is irrelevant if Justice Samuel A. Alito Jr. talks about the impact of his background as the son of Italian immigrants on his rulings — as he did at his confirmation hearings — but unforgivable for Sotomayor to mention that her Puerto Rican family history might be relevant to her work.” from A Sotomayor Sense of Justice.
Photo of the Week
Source: Keith Knight via BlackNews.com
If I Lived Inside the Beltway…
I would go to National Geographics DC African Diaspora Film Series from 23-25 July. Only $10 General Admission and $8 for Seniors/Students. Click Here for Details.
Politico
The Future of U.S. Policy in Iraq
The first 30 minutes contain the speech and the rest is question and answer.
Quotes of the Day from the Sotomayor Hearing
These quotes are from the first day of the hearing.
Amtrak unveils first rail car funded by stimulus
The House Releases Its Health-Care Reform Bill
Emily’s List: Read My Lipstick
Emily’s List now has a blog. Check it out.
Other
Top 10: Subtle Ways to Tell Her She’s Fat
I found this article horrendous but I have to admit that a few of the suggestions were clever. Please don’t try these “tips” at home!
Colleges Could See Decline in Number of Large Gifts
PETA Playmates Hit Capitol Hill to Dish Vegan Hot Dogs
Movie Studios Make Strides in Diverting Waste, Recycling Sets
Kmart’s Christmas in July: Inspiration or Desperation?
My vote is for desperation but it is a pretty crafty idea but what are they going to do come November and December to get people in their doors if they have done all their shopping in July?
Oldies But Goodies
Obama Watch Special: Back to Africa
Convention Committees: Sectors & Industries
Another useful document from OpenSecrets.org.
You Want To Run For Office. Now What?
A story about a woman who decided she wanted to run for political office that participated in The White House Project’s political training program for women.
