Rev. Sharpton, President Obama & the Black vote. Has obama delivered?

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If you don’t believe Al Sharpton is emerging as “the president” of black America, just look at who’s speaking Wednesday at his annual National Action Network conference: President Barack Obama.

Timing is important. The nation’s first black president has largely finessed the topic of race. But Obama is now facing growing criticism from some African-American leaders that he lacks a “black agenda.”

The Roses of FDR and Obama

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The Roses of FDR and Obama

 

By Michael Boyajian

 

The Poughkeepsie Journal recently reported that scores of people braved a frigid cold winter day to attend a graveside ceremony commemorating FDR’s 128th birthday.  This was a testament to the enduring legacy of one America’s greatest presidents.