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Quotable:
"America will never be destroyed from the outside. If we falter and lose our freedoms, it will be because we destroyed ourselves."
Abraham Lincoln

"A man is never more truthful than when he acknowledges himself a liar."
Mark Twain

"The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams."
Eleanor Roosevelt

"For to be free is not merely to cast off one's chains, but to live in a way that respects and enhances the freedom of others."
Nelson Mandela

"Either we go up together, or we go down together."
Dr. Martin Luther King

"The difference between perseverance and obstinacy is that one comes from a strong will, and the other from a strong won't."
Henry Ward Beecher

"Networking is mandatory in an unstable world."
TPL Member Chris

"Sometimes it's good to take the cotton out of the ears and put it in the mouth.
TPL Member Kevin Fulton

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INTERVIEWS
Black Liberation Theology—
in its Founder's Words

The Rev. James Cone is the founder of black liberation theology. In an interview with Terry Gross, Cone explains the movement, which has roots in 1960s civil-rights activism and draws inspiration from both the Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr. and Malcolm X, as "mainly a theology that sees God as concerned with the poor and the weak." Listen >

The Life and Career of Barack Obama
Michael Krasny looks at the life and career of Senator and presidential candidate, Barack Obama. Guests include, David Mendell, reporter for the Chicago Tribune, and David Sirota, nationally syndicated newspaper columnist. Listen >

King is Remembered on the 40th Anniversary of His Death
The assassination of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. on April 4, 1968, forever changed the widening struggle for civil rights. Details of the day reveal why King was in Memphis, what was happening with the movement and King's mindset in the hours before he was killed. Listen >

'Why?': Remembering Nina Simone's Tribute to the Rev. Martin Luther King. Jr.
Three days after the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated in 1968, performer Nina Simone and her band played at the Westbury Music Festival on Long Island, N.Y. They performed "Why? (The King of Love is Dead)," a song they had just learned, written by their bass player Gene Taylor in reaction to King's death. Listen >

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Russian holds firm against military intervention in Syria - Los Angeles Times


Los Angeles Times

Russian holds firm against military intervention in Syria
Los Angeles Times
UN diplomats say they have made progress on a Security Council resolution, but challenges remain. About 70 more deaths are reported in Syria. A Syrian woman injured in government shelling in the Rastan area of Homs province stands at the entrance of ...
Diplomats at UN Haggle With Russia Toward a Compromise on Syria
Diplomats say progress made in UN talks on Syria
EXCLUSIVE-US, allies exploring prospects for Assad exile
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Ferry sinks off Papua New Guinea with 350 aboard - The Associated Press


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Ferry sinks off Papua New Guinea with 350 aboard
The Associated Press
PORT MORESBY, Papua New Guinea (AP) — Rescue crews have saved 28 people from the water off Papua New Guinea's northeast coast after a ferry sank Thursday with as many as 350 people on board, officials said. The MV Rabaul Queen went down when traveling ...
Many feared dead after ferry sinks off Papua New Guinea
Passenger vessel 'sunk off PNG'
Ship Carrying 350 People Sinks Off Papua New Guinea Coast, Australia Says
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Romney: Not focused on poor, they have safety net - Boston.com


Boston.com

Romney: Not focused on poor, they have safety net
Boston.com
By Kasie Hunt AP / February 1, 2012 EAGAN, Minn.—Republican presidential front-runner Mitt Romney, confident after his Florida primary victory, ended up inviting criticism Wednesday when he said he's "not concerned about the very poor" because they ...
Downturn and Upstarts Transform Nevada's GOP Caucuses
Westward, Ho: Romney, GOP rivals now spreading out
Mitt Romney trips up as GOP race moves westward
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Washington Senate approves bill to legalize gay marriage - Fox News


Fox News

Washington Senate approves bill to legalize gay marriage
Fox News
The Washington state Senate on Wednesday passed a bill that would legalize same-sex marriage, setting the stage for the state to become the seventh to allow gay and lesbian couples to wed. The measure now heads to the House, which is expected to ...
Washington state Senate approves gay marriage
State Bill to Legalize Gay Marriage Approved
Washington state Senate approves same-sex marriage bill
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Kevin Fulton shared their group on Twitter yesterday
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B & B Happy Craft Shop,home of the famous " I Love You " gift flower vases. 2012 Valentines gift vases.
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JoeyPinkney.com Presents... 5 Minutes, 5 Questions With... Phette L. Ogburn (It Can Happen To You)

This video features quotes from Phette L. Ogburn's interview on JoeyPinkney.com about her shorty story collection It Can Hapen To You. Read the whole intervi...
Video posted by Joey Pinkney Sunday
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Frances Wilkins is now a member of The People's Lounge Friday
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Thanks for following my advice as usual!
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State of the Union: "This Nation is Great Because we Built It Together".

Kevin Fulton added a discussion to the group Therapeutic Sharing Jan 25
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" JOB WELL DONE ", your leadership represents our need for, " FOUR MORE YEARS ".

Blog post by Kevin Fulton Jan 25
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Kevin Fulton replied to Kevin Fulton's discussion 'What did you think about the, " STATE OF THE UNION SPEECH " ?'
State of the Union: "This Nation is Great Because we Built It Together" www.youtube.com Stand with the President: https://my.barackobama.com/sotunationvid Which brings me back to where I began. Those of us who've been sent here to…
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JoeyPinkney.com Presents... 5 Minutes, 5 Questions With... Louise (Playing Dirty Mind Games)

This video features quotes from Louise Payne's interview on JoeyPinkney.com about her novel Playing Dirty Mind Games. Read the whole interview on JoeyPinkney...
Video posted by Joey Pinkney Jan 25
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What do you think about this video. Why i hate Religion, But Love Jesus ?

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The People's Blogs!

Christopher Stewart

Understanding

Posted by Christopher Stewart on January 21, 2012 at 10:45am

Kevin Fulton

Posted by Kevin Fulton on January 14, 2012 at 1:01pm

Kevin Fulton

City Southern Child.

Posted by Kevin Fulton on January 14, 2012 at 12:41pm

Kevin Fulton

Seven Tracks from My Mind

Posted by Kevin Fulton on January 14, 2012 at 12:37pm

Kevin Fulton

BELIEVERS AT WAR.

Posted by Kevin Fulton on January 14, 2012 at 12:30pm

from japan with love

Chocolate Cake and Coffee

Posted by from japan with love on January 9, 2012 at 12:34am

from japan with love

I just ate gluten free pizza for dinner

Posted by from japan with love on January 3, 2012 at 5:02am

Kevin Fulton

New Years Resolution for 2012.

Posted by Kevin Fulton on December 31, 2011 at 9:19am

Christopher Stewart

Angel on the Threshold

Posted by Christopher Stewart on December 25, 2011 at 10:20pm

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Vintage Japan at Etsy

Posted by from japan with love on December 17, 2011 at 8:20pm

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Christmas Ring

Posted by from japan with love on December 14, 2011 at 4:38am

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Cat Cupcake and Tea Pot Ring

Posted by from japan with love on December 9, 2011 at 7:22am

TPL Member Spotlight

Kevin Fulton
Born in The Bronx, New York, and now living in Durham, North Carolina Kevin is an Writer and Poet working to pursue his dreams of becoming a published Author. His literary collection includes writings that reflect on his life and experiences.

Continuing his soul-searching journey that has contributed to his personal growth and spiritual development, Kevin strives to become a prolific, published author and inspirational poet, motivational speaker, and to have his inspirational lyrics and compositions recorded by a youth choir.

Learn more about Kevin by visiting his Lounge Space at: http://thepeopleslounge.ning.com/profile/KevinFulton

Join Kevin's Online Social Network: http://thethraputicwritersgroup.ning.com

Say hello to Keith B. aka K. L.! :-)

Keith B. aka K. L.
In his own words— I was born in South Jamaica, Queens, and currently reside in Brooklyn, New York. At 40 years of age I am a father of four, teacher for the New York City Department of Education for over ten years, and was recently married. My supportive wife is strength, best friend, and editor of most of my work. I obtained my A.S. in Business from Kingsborough Community College, B.S. in Education from York College, and holds a Master’s Degree from Walden University. I anticipate beginning my Ph.D. studies in 2008.

Learn much more about Keith B. aka K. L. by visiting his Lounge Space at: http://thepeopleslounge.ning.com/profile/KeithBakaKL

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Meet LaDeana Michelle

A multi-octave vocalist, actress, producer, songwriter, scriptwriter, musician, arranger, composer, CEO, poet, author, concept designer and more, LaDeanna is a multi-talented women.

LaDeana in her own words... I love fun, comedic, outgoing, REAL folks who don't just gripe all the daggoned time. Life is too short for thaaaat! Take out the wild hair and THEN call me. Furthermore, if you are going to be long-winded, can we talk about something cool? Dang! LOL. I'm a mental, intellectual person about my business, but I am extremely FUN— wouldn't have it any other way. My employees and partners LOVE me… but don't get it twisted and let the sweet smiles fool you. I'm like the basic SISTA prototype 101--I don't take NOOOO mess! LOL.

And she goes on to say... I love kind, but spicy "take no mess" folks who are straight up with me and do what they say. I don’t like to WONDER too long… tell me what’s up, straight up. I'm adventurous… but smart enough to know not to be shark bait… to climb on TOP of the roof of that car instead of trying to outrun the huge— and rapidly approaching— angry dog… go walking alone in the forest at night… jump off a high ledge using a big rubber band with nothing but cement below (that’s Bungee jumping for the adventure impaired, LOL)… remain INSIDE the doggoned house when I hear obvious noises upstairs and ask “Who’s there?” when I already KNOW nobody’s home but me… drive on top of active train tracks with an old car… go to the beach with no sunscreen (Black folks burn, too)… leave the house with no deodorant… or bug repellent… or get eaten by somethin' in some unexplored deep underground cave. I don’t know if nobody told you, but we are NOT one with nature. You can GO ON SOMEWHERE with that. Nature will rip you a new one. LOL. I like to do things outside of the norm, though. Guess I'm a rebel like that. You can go in the front door if ya' want… I'm goin' in thru the back! They just stopped you, but I just snuck on by. LOL.

Learn MUCH more by visiting LaDeana's LoungeSpace at: http://thepeopleslounge.ning.com/profile/LaDeanaMichelle


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NPR's All Thing's Considered

Panetta: U.S. To Move Out Of Combat Role In Afghanistan

Secretary of Defense Leon Panetta says U.S. troops hope to begin transitioning from a combat role in Afghanistan to a role that focuses on training Afghan troops instead. The transition could happen sooner than expected — possibly by mid- to late-2013. U.S. troops would still remain in Afghanistan through at least the end of 2014, however. Audie Cornish talks to NPR Pentagon correspondent Tom Bowman, who has the latest.

Remarks From Romney Spark Controversy

Former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney sparked controversy Wednesday when he told CNN that he wasn't "concerned about the very poor." Audie Cornish talks with NPR's Ari Shapiro, who's traveling with Romney in Nevada.

Senate Democrats Call For SuperPAC Probe

Senate Democrats are calling for a probe into superPAC fundraising. The announcement comes a day after release of the new political action committees' fourth-quarter 2011 fundraising, and after Republican Mitt Romney's Florida primary victory — which was fueled in part by superPAC ads.

Obama Fundraising Shows Focus on New Technologies

While superPACs are turning out to be some of the biggest moneymakers this election season, President Obama, so far, has stayed old school. He is raising funds for his traditional campaign committee, Obama for America, and a party fund that he can use.

Planned Parenthood Vs. Komen: Women's Health Giants Face Off Over Abortion

The split between the Susan G. Komen Foundation, a breast cancer charity, and Planned Parenthood appears to mark a new chapter in the ongoing abortion war.

Congress May Back Ban On Its Own Insider Trading

Congress is looking more likely to pass a law restricting members' investments in firms about which they have inside information, thanks to a television report last year and President Obama's call during his State of the Union speech.

Kesey's 'Cuckoo's Nest' Still Flying At 50

The classic American novel One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest has hit the half-century mark. It made its author, Ken Kesey, a literary celebrity — and helped alter perceptions of mental institutions.

Super Split: Bowl Has Connecticut At War With Itself

The state is part of New England, but many of its football fans pick the N.Y. Giants over the Pats. "Way back when, they were the only game in town," one fan says of the days before the Patriots came to the area in 1960. But feelings run deep on both sides — and nothing reveals that like a Super Bowl.

If Power Lines Fall, Why Don't They Go Underground?

Weather and tree branches cause 40 percent of U.S. power outages, which get people talking about installing underground lines — but they balk at the price. But analysts say no one's paying attention to how much it really costs to keep repairing aboveground lines, and that should matter.

DVD Picks: 'Wings'

With the silent film The Artist in competition for this year's Best Picture Oscar, Bob Mondello has been thinking about the pre-talkie era. As it happens, the last silent film to win for Best Picture has just been released on Blu-ray: the 1927 flying-ace epic Wings.

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Marlive

So what does the bailout plan give us . . . 16 Replies

Millions of taxpayers, thousands of businesses and groups as diverse as solar power developers and natural disaster victims will see tax relief with the House vote Friday to approve and send to the…Continue

Tags: bailout-plan, economic-crisis

Started by Marlive in Politics. Last reply by wizthom Nov 1, 2008.

Wil

Remembering 9/11 6 Replies

I'll personally never forget that fateful day... working from home, I watched it all unfold right before my eyes, on the television... it was horrifying. My favorite American city... my favorite…Continue

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Started by Wil in Remembering When.... Last reply by James Miles Aug 21, 2011.

Renee Williams

Remembering Hurricane Katrina 6 Replies

August 29th marks the 3rd anniversary of Hurricane Katrina. Let us all take a moment to stop and reflect, remember, and pray for all those affected by the storm.

Started by Renee Williams in General Discussions. Last reply by Wil Sep 1, 2008.

wizthom

obama shame on obama ,,georgia envaded by russia may have sealed obama fate

A Trip of a Different KindMuch hoopla surrounded Barack Obama's recent trip to the Middle…Continue

Started by wizthom in Politics Aug 16, 2008.

wizthom

why obama wont get elected ,yes blacks do read seee

ANN COULTERJonathan Livingston ObamaI’ve caught Obama fever! Obamamania, Obamarama,Obama, Obama, Obama. (I just pray to God this isclean, renewable electricity I’m feeling.)Only white guilt could…Continue

Started by wizthom in Politics Aug 15, 2008.

David W. Johnson, Jr.

Time To Save Our Children 7 Replies

LET THEM KILL ONE ANOTHERby: David W. Johnson, Jr.Why should our enemies care if we rob and kill one anotherIf we destroy one another, it saves them from having to do itAfrican Americans, wakeup…Continue

Started by David W. Johnson, Jr. in Social Leaders. Last reply by David W. Johnson, Jr. Aug 18, 2008.

Martha Tucker

There's Self-Publishing Wealth In Your Future 2 Replies

Hi Everyone! Finally, what we promised is ready!!!Self-publishing Your Way to Wealth. It is in your future because it is a positive impact in the lives of those you touch. It overpowers inflation. It…Continue

Tags: resources, succeed., success, teleseminar, ebook

Started by Martha Tucker in General Discussions. Last reply by nwabueze eleke Oct 22, 2010.

Dawnny Ruby Platinum Book PR

Win A Book: Meet Author Ivan Wright Here at The Urban Book Lounge 3 Replies

Join Author Ivan Wright on his virtual book tour!Ivan will be available on The People's Lounge ( Urban Book Lounge) for questions June 9th - 15thThose of you who have enjoyed his first novel, BLACK…Continue

Tags: Book-Marketing, Publicity, Author-Promotion, Mystery-Books, Black-Authors

Started by Dawnny Ruby Platinum Book PR in General Discussions. Last reply by Dawnny Ruby Platinum Book PR Jun 16, 2008.

iTunes Top 10 SPOKEN WORD. Click to visit the Apple iTunes Store to view the rest or buy your favorites!

7. Why I Love Her - John Wayne

Why I Love Her by John Wayne from the album America, Why I Love Her

1. I Have a Dream - Washington DC 8/28/63 - Martin Luther King Jr.

I Have a Dream - Washington DC 8/28/63 by Martin Luther King Jr. from the album Greatest Speeches of All Time, Vol. 1

2. Shaddap You Face - Joe Dolce

Shaddap You Face by Joe Dolce from the album Shaddap You Face - Single

9. I'd Like To Buy The World A Coke - Coca Cola

I'd Like To Buy The World A Coke by Coca Cola from the album Celebrity TV Commercials

3. Who’s On First - Abbott & Costello

Who’s On First by Abbott & Costello from the album Who's On First

6. I Love the Way You Like - Mark Douglas

I Love the Way You Like by Mark Douglas from the album I Love the Way You Like

4. We Shall Overcome - Martin Luther King Jr.

We Shall Overcome by Martin Luther King Jr. from the album The Best of the Speeches

8. Lovesong (The Cure) - Voltaire

Lovesong (The Cure) by Voltaire from the album Then and Again

5. Where Have All the Children Gone? - Joseph Kerschbaum

Where Have All the Children Gone? by Joseph Kerschbaum from the album 1 of 29

10. Annabel Lee By Edgar Allan Poe - Matthew Gray Gubler

Annabel Lee By Edgar Allan Poe by Matthew Gray Gubler from the album Annabel Lee By Edgar Allan Poe - Single

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