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Latonya lives in Virginia with hubby and twin toddlers. Latonya is a Hampton University graduate and works for a large faith-based health system on the east coast.

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American Greed = Perpetual Debt

Indy Mac, WaMu, Wachovia — bank failures are on the rise. The credit and liquidity of the U.S. economy is bone dry. The $700 billion bailout plan was defeated by House of Representatives on Monday.
I don’t know about you, but I’m starting to believe the end of the world is nearing. Oh my! History is [...]

30Sep2008 | Latonya | Comments | Continued
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No Postage Necessary if Mailed in Small Town U.S.A.

A letter to the Republican nominee:
Dear Sen. John McCain’t,
Good day! Let me first introduce myself. I’m an American, period. Yes, I was born and raised in the good ole U.S. of A. I have been pretty happy here, but can’t necessarily say that I am consistently “proud” of my country. It’s cool, though. I [...]

11Sep2008 | Latonya | Comments | Continued
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Jesus Christ was a Community Organizer

As I think about those who recently mocked the term ‘Community Organizer’, the first thing that comes to my mind is Christian Conservative. I apologize in advance if you consider yourself one and are offended (note: I am a believer; a Christian).
I detest the phrase ‘Christian Conservative’. I think it’s an oxymoron and exclusive. Was [...]

8Sep2008 | Latonya | Comments | Continued
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So You Say I Am Too “Upperclass” to Have HIV?

HIV/AIDs is knocking on the door of black america and too many of us have let him in. We have been so worried about AIDS in Africa that we let that joker tip toe through the foyer. I certainly hope you and yours are not directly affected by HIV/AIDS, but if you are a black [...]

30Jul2008 | Latonya | Comments | Continued
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A New Chronicle in American Pride

Let’s just reflect for a moment on the pride and affinity that we have for this country.
Okay, good. Depending on your life experiences, you may still need time or you were finished before I typed the word “country”. I’ll pray for the latter.
As we gear up for the July 4th holiday, we anticipate all that [...]

20Jun2008 | Latonya | Comments | Continued
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Talk Radio for the YBP - Denounce Corporate Mass Media!

I’ve been very thirsty for news and information (and commentary for that matter) that coincides with my thoughts, issues, and beliefs. We all like to be around those that support our views and convictions.
Let’s be real.
Watching corporate mass media is very painful and nauseating most of the time. I sit through it like I sit [...]

7May2008 | Latonya | Comments | Continued