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Letters Containing Ricin Sent to President, Two Senators [UPDATED]

Chris Chaberski — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 16:25:33 +0000

1:10 p.m. (EST): A third letter, this one sent to Senator Joe Manchin (D.-W.V.), has been found to contain ricin.

12:45 p.m. (EST): FBI spokesman Paul Bresson has confirmed that the substance found in the letter to the president was ricin.

The Secret Service says that a letter containing a suspicious substance and addressed to President Obama was received on Tuesday at a White House mail facility. This comes just after a letter sent to Senator Roger Wicker (R.-Miss.) was found to contain the poison ricin.

Jay-Z's 'Open Letter' Lyrics About President Obama Are False, White House Press Secretary Says

Brittny Pierre — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 10:00:17 +0000

Jay-Z lyrically fought back against the haters who had something to say about his recent trip to Havana, Cuba with his wifey, Beyonce on the track ‘Open Letter.’ Hov even mentioned President Obama on the track, which forced White House Press Secretary Jay Carney to address the lyrics when a reporter inquired about whether or not the White House gave the couple clearance to travel to Cuba.

Whole Foods Use President Obama to Sell Chickens [#BIGDUMMYFILES]

DJ Supreme — Fri, 22 Feb 2013 01:07:47 +0000

The Whole Foods supermarket in NYC’s Upper West Side Whole Foods has raised quite a few eyebrows after they used a caricature of President Obama — who has a chain of fried chicken restaurants named after him — to advertise an upcoming sale on whole organic chicken. Some residents called the ad racist. Whole Foods [...]

Lupe Fiasco Removed From Stage After Anti-Obama Rant at Pre-Inaugural Concert

Trent Fitzgerald — Mon, 28 Jan 2013 18:00:45 +0000

Lupe Fiasco stirred up some controversy Sunday night (Jan. 20) when he was removed from the stage by security after his anti-Obama rant at a pre-inaugural concert. The Chicago rapper was the headliner at the StartUp RockOn event in Washington, D.C., in celebration of President Obama’s upcoming inauguration. According to the Washington Post, during his [...]

GUN CONTROL LAW OPINIONS

Todd Anderson — Thu, 17 Jan 2013 14:52:15 +0000

I’m sorry but I don’t get it. GUN CONTROL LAWS???….Laughable to me!!!!!! Banning Assault weapons and minimizing the amount of bullets you can have in a clip is the dumbest thing I’ve EVER heard. I’m disappointed in President Obama… he said he would not PLAY POLITICS…but this takes the cake. Maybe the UPPER CLASS Congressmen [...]

Beyonce to Sing National Anthem at 2013 Presidential Inauguration Ceremony

Trent Fitzgerald — Wed, 09 Jan 2013 16:54:09 +0000

Beyonce is going to kick off 2013 on a patriotic note by performing at the second inauguration of President Barack Obama on Jan. 21. The R&B mom will sing the National Anthem at the ceremony, which will take place at the West Front of the U.S. Capitol, according to the Presidential Inaugural Committee (via People). [...]

Girl Who Called Obama The N-Word Takes It Back! [#BIGDUMMYFILES]

DJ Supreme — Wed, 14 Nov 2012 02:03:05 +0000

Denise Helms, a 22-year-old woman from California, was fired from her job this week, and is now being investigated by the Secret Service after she posted not only a racist, but also threatening, statement about President Barack Obama to her Facebook page. The woman’s racist comment instantly went viral, after her employer found out about [...]

Where Do I Vote?

Todd Anderson — Tue, 06 Nov 2012 12:14:33 +0000

If you're not sure where to vote today; just click on the link below.

https://www.google.com/elections/ed/us/vote

#RoleModels Michelle & Barack Celebrate 20th Anniversary! [VIDEO]

Jazzy T — Wed, 03 Oct 2012 21:17:19 +0000

A few days ago on the afternoon show, we talked about 50 % of marriages ending in divorce and how Generation Z is less likely to even get married. One listener suggested that is because there are no married role models to show the youth the importance of a lifelong partner. I said, how about the Obamas?! Michelle and Barack celebrate their 20th anniversary today! Check out the romantic photos and sign their virtual card inside.

Lupe Fiasco Vs D.L. Hughley on NOT Voting [POLL]

DJ Supreme — Wed, 19 Sep 2012 23:18:26 +0000

Chicago rapper Lupe Fiasco used Twitter to respond to comments made by comedian D.L. Hughley over Lupe’s reluctance to participate in the upcoming presidential election. He attempted to reason and explain why President Obama needs key factors bigger than the Hip Hop community to achieve re-election. “Obama need swing states and white people not radical [...]

#S17 OWS Victory: Debt Forgiveness is Here! [VIDEO]

Jazzy T — Mon, 17 Sep 2012 22:39:45 +0000

One year ago, the 99% took to the streets of New York to demand economic justice from the Wall Street Banksters who were bailed out and left Americans on Main Street to hold the bag.

Today the Occupy Wall Street Protesters are back in Manhattan with a laundry list of demands some of which are already being answered! If you are a homeowner under water, good news awaits inside.

Guess Who's In Rotation In The White House?

Lady K — Sat, 08 Sep 2012 21:51:55 +0000

Ever wonder what the Obama family listens to while they’re not out being the First Family? I do too! Apparently, they have GREAT taste! Newcomer Elle Varner has caught Malia’s attention and she’s passed her appreciation to her phenomenal Momma Obama! The First Lady took time to speak to E! News about the beautiful Ms. [...]

Admirable Celebrity Dads [VIDEO]

Jazzy T — Wed, 13 Jun 2012 19:28:51 +0000

Being a celebrity father is much tougher than meets the eye. Kids deserve as much attention as possible however with a career such as music or acting, sometimes it’s hard to find time for everything. Below are some celebrity fathers who have managed to make it work and are willing to shed some advice: First, [...]

Will President Obama's decision to Support Gay Marriage Affect The "Black Vote"?

Todd Anderson — Thu, 10 May 2012 10:40:34 +0000

Traditionally African-Americans are not Agnostics, Un-Believers, Atheists, etc. Whether Christian, Muslim, etc, etc…. Blacks (for the most part) are NOT HAVING IT! GAY MARRIAGE? President Barack Obama, Wednesday, became the 1st Commander In Chief in history to support Gay Marriage. The question is; will this affect the Black Vote in the upcoming election. What [...]

President Obama Slow Jams Late night [VIDEO]

Jazzy T — Wed, 25 Apr 2012 18:18:35 +0000

During his stop on Tuesday night’s “Late Night With Jimmy Fallon,” Obama joined the host for a special installment of the show’s staple, “Slow-Jamming the News,” with the Roots providing the music. The theme was the President’s call to Congress to prevent rates from doubling on federal Stafford student loans before legislation expires on July [...]

Republicans & Democrats Agree On JOBS

Jazzy T — Thu, 05 Apr 2012 17:50:56 +0000

Just when I thought it would never happen, House Republicans and Democrats agree on a jobs bill. President Obama will sign the Jumpstart Our Business Startups Act live via CNN at 2:15pm today. Supporters say the JOBS act will help small businesses and create jobs, into law. Both parties have been playing the blame game for years over [...]

Rochester Woman Threatens To Kill The President [VIDEO]

DJ Supreme — Thu, 05 Apr 2012 00:55:01 +0000

36-year-old Christine Wright Darrisaw is accused of saying “I’m going to (expletive) and kill Obama,” is what she is accused of saying to a White House operator. The alleged threat was part of a long tirade about child custody laws. The operator at the White House told the Secret Service “she recognized the caller’s voice [...]

Obama Speaks Against Bullying

Todd Anderson — Fri, 16 Mar 2012 13:24:19 +0000

Rueters is reporting that President Obama will appear in a 30 minute documentary "aimed at urging bullied children, and others, to speak up".

ADRI.V Meet's Soledad O'Brien and Hill Harper

ADRI V — Sat, 18 Feb 2012 12:30:10 +0000

ADRI.V Meet's Soledad O’Brien and Hill Harper

How often can you say in one day that you have encountered greatness?
In one day I was enlighten by the presence of two great people. This past Thursday I had the great opportunity to meet a

Obama Hasn't Been Signed But He's Got A Remix!!

Lady K — Sat, 28 Jan 2012 18:49:21 +0000

Our president has been through a lot it since he came into office. What a nice way to show he’s still sane by showing he has a sense of happiness. First he sings Al Green’s “Let’s Stay Together” for the world to hear, then it gets REMIXED for the Tom Joyner Morning Show! Here’s a clip: [...]