Category Archives: NFL
Links of the Week 17 September 2010
Dream Act Special Feature
So I recently heard via a Political Science listserv I am on (Thank you Race & Ethnicity APSA Section) that Senator Reid is working on moving the Dream Act out of committee and on the floor for a vote. Below are some links that were shared via the listserv about the recent movement in the movement (:D). Without going into too much details, there are a lot of links this week, I support this Act because I think it is wrong to harm children who had no say in the matter of their parents decision to come to the United States illegally. If they can show that they can be “good” citizens then I think they should get an opportunity to become citizens. To learn more about the Dream Act and what you can do to help visit: www.dreamactivist.org.
For the sake of the DREAM Act students, Latinos must come together
Students Spared Amid an Increase in Deportations
Sen. Reid comments on the issue [Dream Act] at the Netroots Nation Conference in Las Vegas
Top Five
For First time, more women than men earn PhD
Tim Wise: Imagine if the Tea Party Was Black
Briefing: Melissa Harris-Lacewell on Covering Progressive Causes
Library of Congress – Hispanic [Latino] Heritage Month
The 9/11 media legacy I will never forget: “buy Snow White on DVD”
Quote of the Week
“Impacts from agriculture are expected to increase substantially due to population growth increasing consumption of animal products. Unlike fossil fuels, it is difficult to look for alternatives: people have to eat. A substantial reduction of impacts would only be possible with a substantial worldwide diet change, away from animal products.” from More evidence for going vegan from the UN Environment Programme & UN urges global move to meat and dairy-free diet.
Photo of the Week
You write the caption for this photo
This week’s photo is from Christine O’Donnell upsets Mike Castle in Delaware Senate primary [Author note: the photo now at this link has changed & is somewhat better...but not by much] and I have to say when I looked at this photo the first thing I thought was they (the media) would have never taken a picture of a male politician like this. Then I thought some more and realized maybe a few men…the media did help kill the Howard Dean campaign by looping that yelp he had in that primary win. But the photo did remind me of the countless photos of women politicians and businesswomen that depict them in unfavorable or questionable manners and what that all means. I don’t say these comments in a way that is endorsing or not endorsing O’Donnell’s candidacy (I was raised in DE but I now hold my state residency somewhere else so I’ll leave the matter in the hands of Delawarians to decide what they want) but I say this comment to make you all [whoever is reading this] to think about the role media plays in perpetuating stereotypes of all kinds. How would you caption this photo? What do you think the photo says?
Women and Politics
WUFPAC Fall Fundraiser – Thursday 30 September 2010 in Washington, D.C.
I’ve said this before but its worth saying again: WUFPAC was one of my best discoveries while doing a school assignment. If you are in the D.C. area I highly recommend that you attend this event. Not in D.C. visit www.wufpac.org to donate today!
Ticket photo of the week: Michele Obama takes to the gridiron
Dilma defende Lula e afirma que disputa por hegemonia política é saudável
Politics
How Adrian Fenty lost his reelection bid for D.C. mayor
DE-Sen: Help me keep Delaware’s seat blue
U.S. Intervention Sought for Newark Police Abuses
Mike Castle won’t endorse Christine O’Donnell for Senate, citing ‘smears’
Vincent Gray beats Adrian Fenty: What does it mean for school reform?
Lessons for Obama in Adrian Fenty’s Defeat
Other
AFL-CIO takes stand against NFL owners
Report Reveals Salaries of Megachurch Pastors
Gabourey Sidibe in Elle: Light, Bright and Almost White
Afroreggae forma 150 jovens que participaram de oficinas
La Presencia Africana en Mexico y América Latina African Legacy in Mexico and Latin America
Unfortunately, this event is in Atlanta but if you are in Atlanta I HIGHLY recommend that you go. From the event website, “In collaboration with Spelman College, and in recognition of Latino Heritage Month, the Auburn Avenue Research Library will present, La Presencia Africana en Mexico y América Latina: African Legacy in Mexico and Latin America, an exhibition which explores Africana culture in Latin America. This exhibit features the photography of Tony Gleaton from the Spelman College Archives.”
Movie: In Whose Honor – American Indian Mascots in Sports
Oldies But Goodies
Friends share in D.C. Mayor Adrian M. Fenty’s good fortune
With the recent loss of Fenty in the Democratic Primary I was linked to this article. I have to say I think way more politicians than not do similar acts and are not discussed like they are here. Finally, I think information like this in combination with Fenty not being able to relate to his constituents contributed to his loss. Best of luck to you in the future Mayor Fenty – I hope you not only reflect on your contributions but reflect on and move forward from your mistakes.
Links of the Week 10 September 2010
Top Five
Where’s the outrage over immigrant slayings in Mexico?
Who Gets to Review and Be Reviewed? Authors, book critics drawn from narrow pool
10 Years of “Feminism is for Everybody”
The Worst Toys Ever Made for Girls–Our Top Picks
I don’t agree with all of the comments the author makes here, like I think she needs to better explain how she is okay with women choosing pole dancing as a career and then have issue with the doll for girls, but this post will make you think and ponder what do you think is appropriate for the young girls in your life. I have to say that in the past year I have been shocked to see how even the youngest girls (age 1) assimilate to society’s gender roles for women. I’ll end with this…if you are going to buy a girl in your life pregnant Barbie I hope you are prepared to have a conversation about sex that explains all options from abstinence to contraception to protection.
Quote of the Week
“Attendance issues aside, folks are more football obsessed than ever. More people watched the last Super Bowl than voted in the 2008 presidential election. Hallmark Cards reports that the Super Bowl has surpassed New Year’s Eve as the biggest at-home party of the year. It has become the second-slowest day for weddings in America and the second-greatest day of food consumption, after only Thanksgiving.”
Michael Wilbon in The NFL rules ingloriously over the sporting landscape (Emphasis is mine).
Photos of the Week
Source: PolicyLink.org and Bureau of Labor Statistics
Source: PolicyLink.org and Bureau of Labor Statistics
These photos come from the blog of PolicyLink.org Equity Blog where they discuss The Jobs Situation in Black and White. These photos and the post makes me wonder which “Main Street” US politicians are really worried about because the “Main Streets” of Black and Latino communities have had many of epic problems they now are using as sound-bites to get re-elected for decades!
Women & Politics
Republicans fear echoes of Alaska in Delaware primary
‘I had no idea who she was’: Meghan McCain breaks her silence on Sarah Palin
Politics
Dominicanos protestaron contra extradición de traficante de personas
APD recomienda eliminar Liga Municipal Dominicana
Cancelan cincuenta dirigentes PLD en Cámara de Diputados
Other
Who Owns the Civil Rights Legacy?
Sour Apples: Strike at Mott’s Plant Underscores Disconnect in Corporate America, Union Says
Finding Inspiration Through Music
Single-Minded: Being Black Abroad
Inauguración de “México 200 Años”
Capital internacional mira mais lucro no Brasil
Oldies but Goodies
America’s 5 Worst Deadbeat States
Women We’ll Be Reading 200 Years From Now
What Do Latinas Really Think About Feminism? / Join the Summer of Feminista
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 29 May 2009
Top Five
2009 Spelman Fulbrighters
Both Spelman and my Fulbright changed my life… 
A fair balance for consumers on credit card reform
An op-ed by Senator Tom Carper (D-DE).
Do Women Dare Play in the Leadership Sandbox?
Book Review of Dr. Anita Davis-DeFoe’s new book Follow Her Lead.
Rolle dreams big, works even harder
This is the kind of pro player I would want my kids to admire…well when he makes it after being a Rhodes Scholar.
Quote of the Week
“OMG LOL!! ROTFL!!!! (Obfuscatingly Messy Graphs, Lacks Older Literature, Research Objectives Totally Flimsy, Lazy)” from PhD Comics: ‘If Research Papers Had a Comments Section’
Photo of the Week
(President Barack Obama fistbumps a graduating Midshipman at the U.S. Naval Academy graduation ceremony in Annapolis, Md., Friday, May 22, 2009. Official White House Photo by Lawrence Jackson)
Politico
Annapolis
This article has video of President Obama’s remarks to the Naval Academy as well as some photos.
Newt Gingrich: Sonia Sotomayor a ‘racist’
Congressional Black Caucus Fasts for Darfur
Top 10 TV Feuds
Have to say I am a fan of the Olbermann v O’Reilly feud which is why this is listed under politico.
Obama’s Battle with the Liberal Wing of the Democratic Party
Overselling “Climate Conflict”?
House Leaders Throw Bluedogs a PAYGO Bone
What Will America Stand for in 2050?
I almost didn’t post this because there is so much I disagree with in this article. What I will say is this what about the US cultural & political invasion in Latin America? Cable in some parts of Latin America (where I have lived) had more US channels than local channels. Not enough room to go into the disgust I felt while reading this article.
Women
Yours Truly Makes Ms.
International
Biden’s Unfinished Balkans’ Business
Why Iran Fried Roxana Saberi
If I Still Lived Inside The Beltway…
Decided to start this section because as a person who used to live in the DC Metro area, I miss all of the events and access to information you get by being ‘inside the beltway.’ So if I still lived inside the beltway, I would go to: Renewing the Partnership Between the United States and Mexico: Shared Responsibility and Shared Strategies on June 8th at the Wilson Center for International Affairs.
Sports
Charles Barkley and Dwayne Wade Play a Game of One-On-One
NFC East Loaded with Unheralded Linebackers
Other
Nazi film wins top Cannes prize
Diddy Hits a Million Followers on Twitter; Mild Backlash Ensues
Doing Good On Sabbatical in Africa
Oldies But Goodies
Subverting the Swiffer
Got this link after a discussion surrounding the Swiffer commercials.
Links of the Week 13 March 2009
Top Five
(In Order)
International Women’s Day 2009 “Women and men united to end violence against women and girls”
I am really hoping that a positive outcome from the unfortunate Chris Brown/Rhianna domestic violence situation is a re-evaluation of violence against women especially in developing nations that assume that the problem is improved simply because a woman can now file a police report and appear in court against her attacker in their countries (yes US I’m talking to you ).
Obama Creates White House Women’s Council
Should Michelle Cover Up?
Honestly I think a lot of this conversation shows the generation gap in this country. The average age of the Senate is 65 and the House is about the same meaning “everyone” is/can be a member of the AARP (My congressman uses the Amtrak senior discount to get to D.C. each day). The first lady is no where near that age and her dress reflects that! The younger generations don’t wear stockings and sleeveless is ok for most occasions as long as it isn’t spagetti straps. My only criticism is that I’m not sure if the first lady really gets just how conservative Washington is when it comes to fashion. At minimum she should make sure she has sleeves on when she heads towards Capitol Hill and when meeting certain dignitaries and foreign leaders.
Steele’s Apology to Limbaugh Troubles Many Blacks
IMF Survey: Economic Crisis Starts to Hit World’s Poorest Countries
Politico
Michelle Obama’s Agenda Includes Healthy Eating
Thank you First Lady Obama for taking this issue on. It is a shame the junk companies sell to the poor communities in this country! I almost cried the last time I was in a discount grocery store in a poor neighborhood, in Chicago ironically enough, the fresh food selection was pitiful.
NYC Mayor hones Spanish to woo Voters
New Idea on Capitol Hill – To Join Senate, Get Votes
I actually disagree with this. The extra time and cost to a State to run special elections is unnecessary. Indirectly, the people do vote in the Senator as they voted in the Governor who makes a temporary appointment/decision to keep things running until a proper election can be held. I would hate for a candidate to become a Senator during a special election only because he had the cash on hand/connections to beat out a better candidate due to the tight time frame. What happened in Illinois is an exstreme case, lets not disrupt a working system because of a bad outlier or two. Also, I hope this teaches people to research those they are voting for to avoid what occured in Illinois – do your homework 
Commentary: If you oppose stimulus, don’t take the money
You Don’t Win the Presidency, Then What
Economy
As Jobs Vanish, Motel Rooms Become Home
Health/Green Living
Pepsi to roll out products with natural sugar
Yea Pepsi!! I don’t even like Pepsi but I may pick up a box of this stuff. We as consumers need to support these efforts and let the big companies know that we will not tolerate products that are not good for our bodies. The Corn Lobby said, in its PR commercial, that HFCS is okay in moderation. The problem is HFCS is in practically EVERYTHING we consume – that is not moderation. This in no way is a perfect solution, the price should not be as inflated as it is, but its a step in the right direction.
More teenagers going the meatless route
I wonder if meat producers and dairy farmers will start producing commercials about how meat and dairy is healthy for you like the Corn lobby did with HFCS?
Stop Junk Mail with Junk Stopper
This is the pay way to stop junk mail from coming to your home. There is a free version as well that involves you writing to companies to opt-out: http://www.donotmail.org
Women
The Audacity of Jamila’s Hope
The Top Five Ways White Feminists Continue to Discredit Women of Color
Sports
Terrell Owens Signs with Bills
En Español
Quitarle la vida de una rosa
Piden regidores PRD-PRSC anular suelo 150 mil pesos
Oldies But Goodies
Just Do It: The Dearth of Women in Politics is Not Just Due to Sexism
I enjoy that the word is trickling down more and more from what academia has known for awhile.
Which Came First The Objectification of Sarah Palin, Or the Mistrust in Her Competence? Objectification for 200 Alex [Think Jeopardy].
When are WE Going to Get Over It?
A southern white man professor encourages “white people” to get over themselves and live up to the United States’ creed. I found this link but was unsuccessful finding the editorial on the site of the original newspaper 
Obama Picks Kansas Governor Sebelius as Health Secretary
Kinda off topic but I think Gov. Sebelius is one of the best dressed women in politics.
Charities Say Government Is Ignoring Them In Crisis
Humanities Ph.D’s Are Anticipating Hard Times
Links of the Week 6 March 2009
Happy Woman’s History Month!
2009 Theme: Women Taking the Lead to Save our Planet
Top Five
(In Order)
Best idea I’ve heard to fix the economy. Without my over $100,000 student loan debt I could put money towards buying a house and in the short term buy a new computer. Multiply a concept like this by a few million Americans and I see us getting out of this crisis. Besides it rewards people that are being responsible with their money and have done things with their money that helps the country…being more educated. Finally, the banks get what they need their money and we the people get what we need money…if only the banks were not so greedy they would agree to this.
Howard Fine: What Caused Bobby Jindal’s Speech to Be a Disaster
Kudos on what Fine states in the article. I only listened to part of the speech but for many of the reasons Fine states in the article. The speech sounded fake and insincere. One thing the Pres and VP know is how to do is make a genuine and sincere speech.
Chris Brown arraignment delayed
Yes, I want Chris Brown to get more than a slap on the wrist for his brutal beating, read the article and you will agree, of Rhianna. BUT more importantly I hope that he gets the help that he clearly needs as ‘headlocking while driving’ screams I have a problem.
Colleges Expand Aid to Draw Students in Downturn
Blogs In, Badges Out As Girl Scouts Modernize
Politico
Aaron Schock, “Hottest Freshman” Talks Doogie Howser and Dating on the Today Show
Skip the hottest freshman and dating stuff…this video is very informative about how Schock came into politics. Oh and we need more “Schocks” in office not his politics…his age. Average age in the House is in the 50s.
Ailing G.O.P. Risks Loosing a Generation
Bruno Hoffman: Brazil’s Internet Strategist
Latin American politics is my heart…08 US Presidential election was cool and all but I will follow Latin American politics any day of the week.
Who paid for all of Biden’s train trips? One guess.
I don’t have a problem with the fact that tax payers pay for Congress to get to work. We pay for the President to get around so why not Congress. Additionally, no matter how well one thinks Congress is doing its job they still are making sacrifices to do the public service that they do so, as long as there is no abuse of the privilege, why not pay for their commute.
Colman Team Asks Court to “set aside” the election
Record Low for Patterson’s Sinking Poll Numbers
Read the end…there is a silver lining for Patterson.
Miers, Rove will testify for Judiciary
There is also an update about ‘Purpleticketgate’ from the inauguration.
Sports
Skins Initial Foray Smells Like Folly
Obama Takes in Wizards’ Win Over Bulls
Other
Johnetta B. Cole to Lead National Museum of African Art
Dora the Explorer Going Skank, Moms Fear
Cutting the Cable as the Economy Pinches
The Good, the Green and the Ugly: Laundry Detergents
S.F. Zipcar Lets Charity Workers Drive Free
Oldies But Goodies
Finally, a Glimmer of Light: More Women in Leadership Is Better for Business
Satire White History Year Resumes
Time in Senate May be Irrelevant if Obama Runs
I found this while clearing out e-mail. The article discusses President Obama’s chances of winning if he runs in 08 considering that he is [was] a Senator. It’s funny because at this time, 2006, I thought Obama should wait until 2012 or 2016 to run. Well President Obama, thanks for not listening
Links of the Week 6 February 2009
(I had a brief hiatus in December/early January due to school work. I hope that I will be getting back to a more normal posting schedule. Please note even when I am not posting check the DNMP’s Posted Items box on the right side of my blog to see what I am reading when I am not posting)
Top Five
Bank of America: Help Your Workers or Give Back the Bailout!
I normally don’t forward petitions but I have been so dissatisfied with Bank of America since they took over MBNA forcing me to become their customer that I had to share.
Steele becomes first African-American RNC Chairman
I wish Steele the best though I do think he was picked in part to make the party seem more open than it is after some of the racist events that occurred during the 2008 election cycle.
Facebook offers up users as marketing tool
Politico
Blagojevich’s name, image removed from state Capitol
New ‘senior’ senator relishes new role
Federal stimulus bill contains too much fat, little oversight
What Steele Means for the GOP
What Should be Done About Political Feigning?
Environment/Health
Eating Dirt, Embracing Germs
Gimmie 5
The Preserve Company who makes toothbrushes, cutting boards, plastic ware and more all from recycled plastic has started a new program to help people across the country recylce their Number 5 plastics. Click the link to learn more and see if there is a drop off location near year…don’t worry if there is not one near you there are instructions on how you can mail your number 5s to Preserve.
Healthy Homemade Fritos
The inventor of Fritos was a vegetarian…cool
Is the Recession Affecting Your Health?
A nice article that looks to the bright side of this recession.
Are You Wasting Electricity? Probably More Than You Think
World
Bill and Melinda Gates Urge Global Leaders to Maintain Foreign Aid
World Economic Forum Gives Adolescent Girls a Voice on the Global Stage
Other
Miriam Archibong, C’2009, Chosen to Participate in BBC Documentary
Google’s Street View camera car hits a baby deer
Glossary of U.S. Educational Terms
You never stop learning…word of the week ABD. Click the link to find out what it means.
HBCUs Ranking & HBCU Ranking Methodology
US News and World Report recently released its college rankings. My alma mater was listed as the top HBCU However with any report of this kind its important to look at the methodology to see how things were ranked, which is why I have listed both links. Spelman is also number 77 of Liberal Arts Colleges and I believe remains the only HBCU in the top 100.
Oldies But Goodies
With McNabb and Reid back, what changes will Eagles make?
I’m new to following football so I don’t have many suggestions but man oh man I hope the Eagles can get back to the Super Bowl. Ok one suggestion – figure out how to win the games that count. They did it with the Cowboys to get the wild card but they didn’t against AZ nor did they 4 years ago when they played NE in the Super Bowl.
Study Finds High-Fructose Corn Syrup Contains Mercury
Well the Corn Lobby said that HFCS was all natural and Mercury is natural…
Links of the Week 6 February 2009
(I had a brief hiatus in December/early January due to school work. I hope that I will be getting back to a more normal posting schedule. Please note even when I am not posting check the DNMP’s Posted Items box on the right side of my blog to see what I am reading when I am not posting)
Top Five
Bank of America: Help Your Workers or Give Back the Bailout!
I normally don’t forward petitions but I have been so dissatisfied with Bank of America since they took over MBNA forcing me to become their customer that I had to share.
Steele becomes first African-American RNC Chairman
I wish Steele the best though I do think he was picked in part to make the party seem more open than it is after some of the racist events that occurred during the 2008 election cycle.
Facebook offers up users as marketing tool
Politico
Blagojevich’s name, image removed from state Capitol
New ‘senior’ senator relishes new role
Federal stimulus bill contains too much fat, little oversight
What Steele Means for the GOP
What Should be Done About Political Feigning?
Environment/Health
Eating Dirt, Embracing Germs
Gimmie 5
The Preserve Company who makes toothbrushes, cutting boards, plastic ware and more all from recycled plastic has started a new program to help people across the country recylce their Number 5 plastics. Click the link to learn more and see if there is a drop off location near year…don’t worry if there is not one near you there are instructions on how you can mail your number 5s to Preserve.
Healthy Homemade Fritos
The inventor of Fritos was a vegetarian…cool
Is the Recession Affecting Your Health?
A nice article that looks to the bright side of this recession.
Are You Wasting Electricity? Probably More Than You Think
World
Bill and Melinda Gates Urge Global Leaders to Maintain Foreign Aid
World Economic Forum Gives Adolescent Girls a Voice on the Global Stage
Other
Miriam Archibong, C’2009, Chosen to Participate in BBC Documentary
Google’s Street View camera car hits a baby deer
Glossary of U.S. Educational Terms
You never stop learning…word of the week ABD. Click the link to find out what it means.
HBCUs Ranking & HBCU Ranking Methodology
US News and World Report recently released its college rankings. My alma mater was listed as the top HBCU However with any report of this kind its important to look at the methodology to see how things were ranked, which is why I have listed both links. Spelman is also number 77 of Liberal Arts Colleges and I believe remains the only HBCU in the top 100.
Oldies But Goodies
With McNabb and Reid back, what changes will Eagles make?
I’m new to following football so I don’t have many suggestions but man oh man I hope the Eagles can get back to the Super Bowl. Ok one suggestion – figure out how to win the games that count. They did it with the Cowboys to get the wild card but they didn’t against AZ nor did they 4 years ago when they played NE in the Super Bowl.
Study Finds High-Fructose Corn Syrup Contains Mercury
Well the Corn Lobby said that HFCS was all natural and Mercury is natural…
Links of the Week 21 November 2008
Top Five
Hillary for Secretary?
Thanks but no thanks! Richardson for Secretary of State, now that’s change I can believe in. – My original reaction.
Barack Obama is a lot smarter than I gave him credit for. I didn’t get the choice at first but now I do – My reaction by Thursday.
Michelle Obama – The Racial Rorschach Test – Update
This article highlights why I identify with Michelle Obama.
Philippines ranks sixth in bridging gender gap
I love my country but this study is another reason why I believe that there is no such thing as ‘The Best Country In The World.’ The US has some work to do.
America’s Healthiest RestaurantsPresident Pryor
A great comedy sketch from the old Richard Pryor Show from the 70s.
Politico
For Obama, a Scouting Report on Athletic Heads of State
Congress Meets for One Last Fight and to Look Ahead
Can Mall Be Filled For an Inauguration? 4 Million May Try It.
A socialist perspective on Obama presidential victory
Obama and the Crisis of Expectation
Women
Global Gender Gap Shrinks; Women 60% of World Poor
Sports
Eagles-Bengals game marks first tie since 2002 season
World
For More of Mexico’s Wealthy, Cost of Living Includes Guards
Obama representa la fase más alta del neocolonialismo, del poder blanco con cara negra
I’m not in agreement with all of this but some of it I do agree with, unfortunately.
Oldies But Goodies
Obama Inspires Afro-Brazilians
Links of the Week 12 September 2008
Top Five
(in no particular order)
Foreign Policy Association Election Guide
Vote to give your opinion on key foreign policy issues for the next administration. See how the candidates feel on international issues such as the War in Iraq, China and Russia and more.
Brady’s injury a huge blow to many fantasy teams
If Obama Looses…
I am an optimist but my mother also taught me to have a plan B…
Minority-Oriented Private Equity Funds May Outperform Other Stock Indices, Study Finds
Two Views on Sarah Palin and Women of Color
Politics
Delaware No. 1 in E government
It’s good to be first
Where the Hell Are All the Women?
Markell win breaks legacy that began with Carper
