Category Archives: Middle East
Links of the Week 27 August 2010
Top Five
Mosque Demagoguery Is Bipartisan
Fiske Names Spelman College a 2011 ‘Best Buy’ School
A Different Way of Ranking Colleges
Armstrong Williams Misleads as He Cheers on GOP Women
Women & Politics
Eleitores de Dilma estão mais decididos sobre voto, mostra Datafolha
Small Business Bill Cannot Wait – Voice Your Support, This Bill MUST Pass!
Women & Girls
Breaking the Model Mold: Australia’s Samantha Harris
Trabajadoras domésticas inmigrantes en EU son blanco fácil de los abusos
Politics
One Liberal Voice Dares to Say, Cut the Budget
Putting Voters in the Driver’s Seat in 2010
PIMW (Public & Independent Media Watch)
We Are Sean Bell, Way Down in the Hole, and Sharon Jasper
International
Why is Pakistan Being Left Behind
Other
Links of the Week 20 August 2010
After a long summer I am back to blogging on here consistently :D Now that I also fallo Português, my links will be in English mostly with some in Spanish and Portuguese. If you want to read a link in a language you don’t speak translate.google.com will be a good resource for you (its not perfect but it works).
Top Five
1o Things Men and Boys Can Do to Stop Human Traffing
Girl power: amplyfing the role of women in unions
Fox News Doesn’t Mention News Corp’s $1 Million Donation To Republican Committee
Do you have old luggage that is still in working condition? Consider donating that luggage to Suitcases for Kids which gives old but working condition luggage to children in foster care around the country. Please visit the website for details and instead of trashing items still of good use send it to someone else in need. Pay it forward!!
Bahrain Intensifies Crackdown on Activists and Clerics
Quote of the Week
“All of us do not have equal talent, but all of us should have an equal opportunity to develop our talents” John F. Kennedy via @roandco on Twitter
Women & Politics
‘Good ol’ boys’ in Warren’s way?
I have to say that I feel that the White House is doing more lip-service in its response: We have put more women than any other administration and the first law President Obama signed was about women [paraphrased statements from the administration via the article]. I like President Obama but I feel more and more that these moves were more strategic looking to 2012 than personal desire. It could be true that President Obama wanted to put these women in place personally first but I do not believe for one second that he or someone in his campaign camp was not thinking about 2012 when they decided to make these moves especially in the case of appointing two female Supreme Court justices. I could almost hear the 2012 talking points when I read about the two nominees.
WHCWG
The White House Asked, You Answered: Women You Know That Break Barriers
White House Council for Women & Girls Announces Work Flex Starter Kit
Politics
Brazilian election gag no laughing matter for comics
MoveOn calls for boycott of Target
Women & Girls
I read two articles recently that really have me concerned especially since my oldest niece is now 7 years old. These articles discuss a recent NY Time article about Puberty and Younger girls, see below for all three links. I try to not be preaching to people and just express my opinion but this issue hits home because after living abroad for a year my body badly reacted to many of the hormones and chemicals placed in US food. Furthermore, after removing these chemicals and hormones from my diet I noticed a significant change in my body shape and form so to my readers please read the links below and consider taking hormones and chemicals out of your diet as it does make a difference.
What’s Making 7-Year Old Girls Develop Breasts?
Is the Early Onset of Puberty in Young Girls Linked to Meat?
First Signs of Puberty Seen in Younger Girls
O Homem teme a mulher independente?
Other
Why China Will Change Capitalism?
Dr. Cornell West on the Michael Eric Dyson Show
Clearance Sale: Barnes & Noble Didn’t Evolve Enough
FAA Reportedly Poised to Hit American Airlines with Record Penalty of $25 mil or More
Oldies But Goodies
Google-Verizon Net Neutrality Pact: 5 Red Flags
Study shows testing for Alzheimer’s is accurate
Willie Lynch- The Making of a Slave
In college I went to a play based on this letter and I admit that I did not take the time back then to read the letter. Then one of my Twitter followers posted this and said to take some time to read this and I finally did after all these years. It is really sad to see how a letter so old is still applicable.
Links of the Week 19 Feburary 2010
Black History
First Black Ice Skating Pair to Compete in Winter Olympics
Top Five
Children’s Messages of Hope for Haiti
This is a link to an interesting art exhibit by an Iranian artist. She uses an interesting use of fabric and everyday household items to make her point.
Johnetta B. Cole Explains the Power of the Noah Principle
“Haiti – The Politics of Rebuilding”
Women and Politics
This is a schedule of Running Start’s 2010 Path to Politics Series. This is a great program to check out if you are in the DC Metro area.
Politico
Canadian Officials: Man Breached Security, Got Close to VP Biden
Rap star says Romney got physical with him on the plane
Other
David Stern projects $400 million in losses for the NBA
Wanted: Volunteers, All Pregnant
When Children Are Overweight, Changes for the Whole Family
Médicos y choferes: hermanos de profesión
Morehouse Alumnus’ Short Film Speaks Volumes
Why Magic Johnson Should Buy Ebony & Jet?
Oldies But Goodies
Recycling Discarded Flip-Flops
I had an old pair of flip flops break this past week and when I googled recycling flip-flops this article came up. If you have old flip flops check out the organization listed, grab some friends and split the cost of shipping!
Clearing My Inbox: Oldies But Goodies Part 2
I’m still working on clearing my inbox. I have made a lot of progress. Here are more older links I have found while doing some Spring…err Summer Cleaning online. This time I will be more organized with the links. Part 3 coming soon…
July
Has American Apparel Gone Too Far?
Check out this post about a recent ad campaign that American Apparel has done. I’m not a fan of it.
Klobuchar Remarks on sexism in Sotomayor hearings
Sen. Klobuchar is one of my favorite senators. I heard her in a hearing last year and appreciated her frankness. I hope she continues to speak for the people and holds on to her unique senate style. This link is a link to Emily’s List’s new Blog Read My Lipstick but a link to the full article is there.
Death Toll Rises in Afghanistan; In US Key Econ Report Due
June
‘Save our CEOs’ Teaser for Michael Moore’s New Film
Susanna Madora Salter, America’s First Female Mayor and Elected Official
May
Former Interrogator Rebukes Cheney for Torture Speech
Article starts slow but a must need read about how the Corn Lobby is at work again…moving from food to fuel production. I wonder if this is why I haven’t seen one of those Pro High Fructose Corn Syrup commercials recently.
Hill Still A Climb For Female Staffers
April
A 19 Cent Raise in 45 years? Women Deserve Equal Pay Now
Cuba: “It’s Time to Talk” Say US Lawmakers
Women, Extremism and Two Key States
The G20 and Latin America: A “Rendezvous With Destiny” or a False Start?
Deal By Deal, China Expands Its Influence in Latin America
What Can Obama Do in Latin America?
Foreign Policy in Focus – Time to Deal With Haiti
Negritudes, la nueva estrategia de Uribe
The US-Columbia FTA and National Insecurity: A Call for Ethical Foreign Policy
Latin America: Summit Reveals a Changing Contient
March
Where to Now?: Women’s Leadership Needs New Direction
Beefy Résumé for a Giant Job: Policing Stimulus Spending
The Body Politic: Cutting Meghan McCain Down to Size
Connecting with Iraqi Entrepreneurs
Obama Responds to Reports of Violence at Border
Unknown
Murders By Columbian Military Increase, WFP Renews Calls to End Funding
Clearing my Email Inbox: Oldies But Goodies Part 1
So one of my big tasks for this summer is to clear my inboxes…over 1000 messages in one inbox and about 700 in another. I decided to start with older messages. Enjoy these links that I found while doing some summer internet cleaning 
Madoff and Company Spent Nearly $1 Million on Washington Influence
Global Sludge Ends in Tragedy for Ivory Coast
onPhilanthropy: Articles: Cultivating Young Professionals
Obama Confronting ‘Outsider’ Dilemma
Funny that Facebook two years ago was seen as popular with students, see photo caption in article, and now is a phenomena for people of all ages with those in their mid-30s leading the way as Facebook newcomers.
State owes much to George W. Bush — a black pioneer
An interesting article discussing Black History in Washington state. I also like how the Seattle PI used the name of former President Bush to draw attention to the article.
Joe Biden in Michigan, September 15, 2008
This is why Obama picked Joe Biden. Biden states in speech, “The Sequel is Worse than the Original.” Classic Joe Biden at his best! A Must Watch!
Anna Quindlen on The Leadership Lid
Barack and Joe Ending Domestic Violence
An interesting video about Domestic Violence and Vice President Biden’s efforts to pass the Violence Against Women Act during the late 80s & early 90s. The best part was when one commentator while discussing critics calls for the women to leave abusive relationships states, “Leave and go where?”
Money Wins Presidency and 9 of 10 Congressional Races in Priciest U.S. Election Ever
This is an overview by OpenSecrets.org about the 2008 election and campaign finance.
Will Obama Make the Mistake of Latin American Leaders?
An interesting look at the “minority” presidents of Latin America and what Obama can learn what not to do from them.
Change Everything Blog – A Front Row Seat to History Blog post from The White House Project describing witnessing the signing of the Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act.
Women Transform ‘Welsh’ Politics
EMILY’s List: 5 facts about Robin Carnahan and Kirsten Gillibrand
Supreme Court Reviews “Hillary: The Movie”
Four Kuwaiti Women Become First to Win Seats in Parliament
Video: radicals beat girl, 17, in Islamic stronghold of Swat, Pakistan
President Obama Announces Key State Department Appointments
Borders Back in Atlanta Mayor’s Race
Looks like the Atlanta Mayoral Race is turning into an interesting off election.
Women Gain Political Ground in Burkina Faso
New law give parties additional public financing when they adhere to the country’s quota law.
Liberians Get Extension While Haitians Remain in Limbo
Interesting perspective here though I don’t know if anything has changed since the article was written a few months back.
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.
Links of the Week 26 June 2009
Inequality and Microfinance
Have to say this is the best solution I have found to poverty. It has the tone of teach a man to fish, it does not cost a lot and it can help the local economies of those who receive the loans. I think it would be neat to bring this to the US especially with the increased poverty we have experienced since 2000.
President Sarkozy Says Burqa Not Welcome in France
I am actually against this French law. People should be able to practice their religious norms especially if these women when given a choice would freely wear the burqa or other coverings used by Muslim women. It is important to note that many other religions use head wraps or coverings with females and males.
Education: The Last Fight For Civil Rights
What Do You Call a Lawmaker Anyway?
Interesting article about protocol and members of Congress.
The Box
This will make you think…
Mexico Progress on Green Fund
Oldies But Goodies
Food Inc.
All I will say is start reading food labels…
Raising the Baby Question
A discussion about Feminism and Motherhood.
Women are starting to achieve political parity
An op-ed by Marie Wilson, Director of The White House Project.
What You Won’t Catch on the Big 6: ABC, CBS, NBC, CNN, MSNBC, Fox News
GRITtv: The People Fight Back Against Wells Fargo
I did find that MSNBC posted an AP article about this suit in January of 2008.
Shooting Back
Israeli NGO B’Tselem created a video department which in turn created a film series called ‘Shooting Back’. Giving cameras to Palestinians to film what they saw and experienced. Produced, shot, cut and music composed by Ben Aylsworth (exception of the clips of course)
Mexico Proposes Green Fund
Links of the Week 19 June 2009
Top Five
The Waves Minority Judges Always Make
Please share this with anyone who is leaning towards the Sotomayor is a racist for her comments about women and minority judges.
Iran Election Is Obama’s First Foreign Policy Test–And He’s Failing
Palin vs Biden 2016
Have to say I did the math to see if Biden had a chance to run in 2016. He could do what McCain could not…be the oldest elected President ever. I do agree with the author, Palin killed – in a good way – her recent CNN video and I think she is smart enough not to run in 2012. Unless something goes wrong in DNC land…they have a lock on 2012…just my opinion 
What Hillary Can Teach Sarah Palin
I’m not a fan of the tone of this piece but at the heart the author is right that Palin would be better off, career wise at least, if she learned from Hillary post campaign.
The Stoning of Soraya M.
You have to go see this movie when it comes out later this month. Go to the website to view the trailer.
Photo of the Week
Politico
That’s What’s Wrong With Black People
An interesting look at African-American activists who refuse to get involved in formal politics even if they are an answer to their criticisms of the Obama Administration.
Where’s Joe? He’s at the Parade
VP Joe Biden when home to DE for the weekend and participated in the last day of the Annual Italian Festival. Have to say as a native Delawarean I have not been to this festival though I have been to the African Festival and the State Fair.
The Voting Rights Project – League of Women’s Voters v. Brunner
Women and Politics
Online Activism Institute
Mission: “The Online Activism Institute provides web-based training and resources to empower women leaders in the Middle East and North Africa. The Institute empowers community leaders who champion liberal values to achieve democratic change in their societies.By using the Internet to bridge gaps in physical distance, the Institute seeks to reach more women with personalized training opportunities, providing them with interactive tools to achieve their activism goals.”
Health
Men’s Health Week
Happy Early Father’s Day to all the Dads out there…now go get checked out! Its important. Do it for you, do it for your loved ones and do it because you deserve it!
Other
What Single Women Can Learn from Michelle
Why Has Obama Got It In for Muslim Women?
The 10 Commandments of Social Media
Oldies But Goodies
Pundit Mom: If Only the New Disney Princess Could Be More Like Mulan
A great post that makes you think about media, business and stereotypes about girls and women. Still ashamed about Disney’s first choice for the name of the new Black princess…sigh.
Jordan MPs Discuss Discriminatory Laws Against Women
Stop The World: We Want to Get On
Memorial Day 2009 – Jose Pequeno American Hero
This video made me cry at the end. It is a must watch! It’s stories like this that make me want to end the wars the US and, well, all countries are involved in. I’m blessed to have people like Jose sacrifice their comfortable lives so that I can have one but it saddens me to see his extensive injuries. Thank you to Jose and all of our troops but it’s time to bring the troops home!
Amber Waves of Blame
Discussion of the various “waves” of feminism and the issues between them.
Interview with Alomiza Ennos-Barr, Liberian Representative and Chair of the Women’s Legislative Caucus
