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Jabriel Ballentine:Leaving the party, not the Party – Resignation letter to DC Republican Committee

Jabriel Ballentine:Leaving the party, not the Party – Resignation letter to DC Republican Committee

I met Jabriel Ballentine last year at the Blogging While Brown Conference in Atlanta last summer and we’ve kept in touch since then.  Jabriel introduced himself last year as a Black Republican living in D.C.  So of course we’ve had some great conversations. Jabriel reached out to me over the...

First Mardi Gras Oak Cliff parade on February 22

First Mardi Gras Oak Cliff parade on February 22

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Date: January 30, 2009 Contact: Amy Cowan 214-862-6556 amywallacecowan@gmail.com Krewe on Bishop, an all-volunteer committee of Oak Cliff residents and merchants, is proud to announce the first Mardi Gras Oak Cliff parade! The parade will take place on Sunday, February 22, 2009. Start time is 4:00 p.m....

Mike Tomlin and Pittsburgh Steelers headed to see the Presdent

Mike Tomlin and Pittsburgh Steelers headed to see the Presdent

I can’t wait for the day when Mike Tomlin takes his Super Bowl Champion Pittsburgh Steelers to the White House to meet the President.  What a wonderful day it will be. Art Rooney, the owner or the Pittsburgh Steelers gave the President a shout out from the podium tonight as...

Shawn P. Ranting on Channel 8’s Sunday Daybreak

Shawn P. Ranting on Channel 8’s Sunday Daybreak

I received a call last week from Brad Watson asking me if I would have any interest in participating in a new feature on WFAA News 8’s Sunday Daybreak.  The political portion of the program just launched a new segment called “The Rant,” where local media types will have a...

President Obama calls Wall Street bonuses “shameful”

President Obama calls Wall Street bonuses “shameful”

President Obama had some harsh words to Wall Street Bankers who are accepting TARP (Troubled Asset Relief Program) money while receiving big bonuses and buying private jets.  He sat down in front of reporters yesterday to discuss his frustration with the situation. For the full text of the President’s remarks...

Jonesboro, Georgia Drill Team Suspended/Disbanded

Jonesboro, Georgia Drill Team Suspended/Disbanded

Did the Jonesboro, Georgia drill team deserve to be suspended and disbanded for this performance? Due to performing the following routine at a January 13th basketball game, the team is no longer allowed to practice or perform together. Why did this make me think about Little Miss Sunshine?

Old School Friday: Remakes

Old School Friday: Remakes

I would assume that this one would be a popular choice, but I’m going with Killing Me Softly for my first pick on Old School Friday’s Remake Edition. Robert Flack Fugees I assume this pick won’t be as popular. I’m going with Stranger in My House first performed by Ronnie...

Illinois lawmakers send Gov. Rod Blagojevich packing

Illinois lawmakers send Gov. Rod Blagojevich packing

It comes as no surprise that the Illinois State Senate voted unanimously to remove Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich from office.  The deposed governor had begged the Senate to give him a chance to prove his innocence.  He’s plea went unmet. Illinois Senators also voted in a measure to prevent Blagojevich...

Sarah Palin Watch: Alaska governor headed to D.C. for Alfalfa club dinner

Sarah Palin Watch: Alaska governor headed to D.C. for Alfalfa club dinner

Politico is reporting that former Repbulican Vice-Presidential nominee Sarah Palin is heading to Washington to attend this Saturday’s Alfalfa Club Dinner.  Palin and President Barack Obama will share a stage together at the gathering of D.C. movers and shakers. According to the Politico story by Johnathan Martin, the press is...

Getting in Line-In 2009 Affordable Insurance Project Outreach

Getting in Line-In 2009 Affordable Insurance Project Outreach

Join Honorable Tennell Atkins & Honorable Vonciel Hill & Dallas Quick Response In Affordable Auto Insurance Project It’s 2009 Dallas Law- All vehicles on the road must have auto insurance proof!! *Do you need Automobile Insurance? *Do you need to change your auto insurance plan? *Please don’t drive without auto...