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President Barack Obama Speaks at the MLK Dedication in DC [VIDEO]

Mildred Gaddis — Mon, 17 Oct 2011 10:39:48 +0000

President Barack Obama speaks during the dedication of the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial in Washington, Sunday, Oct. 16, 2011. Obama saluted King as a man who “stirred our conscience” and made the Union “more perfect,” and rejoiced in the memorializing of the slain civil rights leader’s life and work.

(wording–AP Charles Dharapak)

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Gov. Rick Perry Urges Prayer And Fasting To Fix Nation’s Woes

Al Sharpton — Fri, 15 Jul 2011 13:41:24 +0000

Roland Martin and David Frum join Wolf Blitzer in The Situation Room to discuss Gov. Rick Perry’s call to prayer and fasting to fix the problems that government can not fix. ... Read more..

Video: Father Of Slain HS Football Star Threw First Punch

People's Connection — Mon, 11 Jul 2011 15:53:33 +0000

NEW YORK — Video has been released of the fight between high school football star, Isayah Muller, his father, and the parking lot attendants they suspected of stealing expensive cologne from their car.

In the video, the father Andre Muller, can be seen punching the parking lot attendant and attacking them with a bicycle and a shovel.

Video of Fight That Ended with Death of Football Star Isayah Muller: MyFoxNY.com

Star Athlete Killed Hours After Graduation Over Stolen Cologne

Perspective: Sanctimonious People Need To Laugh A Little

Al Sharpton — Tue, 17 May 2011 01:51:20 +0000

Roland Martin recently had a Twitter battle with Pastor Jamal Bryant about their respective fraternities. Bryant is a Kappa and Roland is an Alpha. As they were exchanging blows, a few sanctimonious people come along and said, "You shouldn't be doing this. Both of you are respected. Why aren't you sitting here talking about the news and the issues?" Roland's response to these sanctimonious people, "Give me a break! Do any of these people hav... Read more..

Unemployed Blacks Share Stories Of Financial, Emotional Struggle

People's Connection — Wed, 13 Apr 2011 00:15:38 +0000

New York — African-Americans are in a state of emergency in the country with unemployment at a high of 15 percent and continuing to rise.

Last week, Rev. Al Sharpton’s National Action Network held a job fair where numerous employers showed up to present their open positions to hundreds of unemployed African-Americans.

Many of them stopped to talk to us about their unemployment experience and how tough the job market is.

Looking for work? Check out Monster’s diversity job listings on BlackPlanet.com here!

Iyanla Vanzant: “Duck Behind God, When The Crazy Starts Flying”

Angelo Henderson — Fri, 25 Mar 2011 13:31:22 +0000

“Duck Behind God, When The Crazy Starts Flying”

D (Dodge) U (underdeveloped) C (consciousness) K (kindly) – Iyanla Vanzant

Affirmation For Today: “I Surround Myself With People And Things That Are Good For Me”

Sistah Talk TV Show: Oprah And Iyanla’s ‘Anointed Time’ [VIDEO]

Take A Break! Stretch Out Your Neck [VIDEO]

Open Your Heart: Invitation To Intimacy

AC — Fri, 11 Feb 2011 20:45:03 +0000

Take the time to cultivate a state of being that opens your heart. Once your heart is open you can begin the journey that leads to an invitation to intimacy.

Join instructor Robin Downes of Yoga Flava, as she guides you on a spiritually sensual healing journey through your energy centers (chakras). This video session uplifts and Elev8s the body’s root energy and sacral energy to the heart energy.

A easy-going, free flowing, meditative session that gets you in touch with the subtle essence of your sensual energy. Based on the ancient teachings of The Kama Sutra (“Kama” is love and “Sutra” is teaching) – The Art Of Love. Also the eastern teachings of Tantra (A spiritual method or system that takes into account the “inner” and “outer” realities)

Follow the way that feels best to you. You can close your eyes and free style to the instructions. Otherwise, you can keep your eyes open and be inspired to follow the visual movements.

Overall just go with the flow and enjoy the journey toward the contemplation of the answer to the question – “What is your authentic heartfelt desire?”

Here’s a taste of this week’s Yoga Flava video snack – “Sensual Healing: Heartfelt Desire”, check in weekly for new episodes on Elev8:

Like this video? Please leave a comment below and let me know if it worked for you. Also, let me know what else you would like to know about yoga and spirituality.

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Video Released Of Houston Police Brutally Beating 16-Year-Old

Al Sharpton — Thu, 03 Feb 2011 16:30:25 +0000

HOUSTON- Video has been released of Houston Police brutally beating a Houston teenager who surrendered after being chased by authorities.

In the video, police kick and punch then 15-year-old Chad Holley, who does not fight back, multiple times. Holley laid motionless on the ground while a group of cops descended upon him.

Holley was a burglary suspect who was later convicted in July 2010.

The teenager has now filed a federal civil rights lawsuit alleging HPD officers beat him during his March 23 arrest.

Four Houston officers were indicted on official oppression charges and fired after a surveillance videotape surfaced reportedly showing them officers beating and kicking Holley while he was sprawled handcuffed on the ground. He was 15 at the time.

President Obama’s Prayers And Support At Tucson Memorial [VIDEO]

Angelo Henderson — Thu, 13 Jan 2011 06:18:19 +0000

President Obama addresses nearly 14,000 people at the University of Arizona in Tucson, calling for unity and service in the wake of the shooting on Saturday. The president also relayed the good news that, earlier today, Rep. Gabrielle Giffords has opened her eyes for the first time since being shot.

The President speaks at a memorial event for the victims of the tragic shooting in Arizona, “Together We Thrive: Tucson and America.”

Rep. Gabrielle Gifford’s Synagogue Prays That We Recognize God’s Face In Each Other

Michelle Rhee Discusses “Waiting for Superman,” Charter Schools And School Vouchers

Al Sharpton — Tue, 05 Oct 2010 21:44:33 +0000

Michelle Rhee a featured player in the new documentary "Waiting for Superman" discusses the movie, charter schools, school vouchers and are D.C. public schools good enough for high profile politicians' children. Should school vouchers be made available if a student is not selected to attend a charter school? WATCH:... Read more..