Asar Imhotep/The Black Lotus

Asar Imhotep/The Black Lotus

Asar Imhotep is an independent historian and researcher focusing on African culture, languages, philosophy and spiritual symbolism. His focus as of late has been a comparative study of ancient Nile Valley civilizations and their cultural connections to the Bantu of central and east Africa. This stud...

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Life Path First Fridays

The Life Path First Fridays is a unique and non traditional way to network. This event combines a modern adult social environment with ancient concepts of "divine" purpose. Find out more at THIS LINK  

Obama sweeps to victory as first black president

Barack Obama (AP)

WASHINGTON – Barack Obama swept to victory as the nation's first black president Tuesday night in an electoral college landslide that overcame racial barriers as old as America itself. "Change has come," he told a huge throng of jubilant supporters.

The son of a black father from Kenya and a white mother from Kansas, the Democratic senator from Illinois sealed his historic triumph by defeating Republican Sen. John McCain in a string of wins in hard-fought battleground statesOhio, Florida, Iowa and more. He captured Virginia, too, the first candidate of his party in 40 years to do so.

 
Wake Yo Game Up-Rappers are Coming Politically Correct
So with less then 30 days left before what many are describing as the election of a life-time a lot is riding on the high expectations for the so called Hip Hop generation.

Make no mistake, in spite of his charisma, brilliance and overall tenacity, had it not been for the millions of young people who showed up at caucuses, volunteered their time and sent 10-15 dollars each month of their money Barack Obama would be at home right about now watching the 2008 presidential elections from the sidelines.
So with that being said will all the folks who came out in record numbers during the primaries come out on November 4th

From the looks of things-'yes'. Unlike in years past, this time Hip Hop artists and their fans are playing more direct and active roles in the campaign.
In 2004 and 2000 you had a big media mogul like Russell Simmons or P-Diddy speaking on behalf of the Hip Hop community and Hip Hop artists. If you wanted something you talked to Russell and then he would get the artists to come through. In 2008 it's a different ballgame. Many artists have matured, taken the initiative and require no middleman in speaking up.
Take someone like Will I am from the Black Eyed Peas.
He took the initiative to gather up his peers in the entertainment industry and put together that compelling song and video Yes We Can'. He said he was moved to action after hearing Obama speak after his loss in the New Hampshire primary back in January.
Fast forward a few months to August and Will found himself performing that song along with singer John Legend at Obama's acceptance speech in Denver at Invesco Field.


The other week Questluv of the Roots did a big fundraiser/club night for Obama in New York while two weeks ago Jay-Z and Wyclef Jean did mega concerts for Obama in Miami. These were events in which the artists took the initiative.

 
TODAY IS THE FIRST DAY OF EARLY VOTING!!

Friends,

 
TODAY IS THE FIRST DAY OF EARLY VOTING!!!  As you may recall from the March primary election, the lines were long and made for some tense moments.  To alleviate the stress of waiting until the last minute and to have your voice heard now, why not vote early?  Click on the links below to find an early voting location near you.  See you at the polls!!!
 
  
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YES WE CAN Mix Tape - DJ Green Lantern

Check out this mixed tape put together by Russel Simmons and DJ Green Lantern called YES WE CAN. I think this is a dope fix. I don't think there has been a candidate who the Hip Hop community has supported so vehemently. Just check it out and pass it on. Download the mp3 from the link below

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Final Presidential Debate Watch Party
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Last day to register Oct. 6th

 

Friends,

 
As you know, an historic election for Harris County and our nation is right around the corner.  To be exact, it is Tuesday, November 4th.  I'm sure you're registered to vote;  however, you may know someone who is unsure of the validity of his or her registration or they may not be registered, at all.  This Monday, October 6th, is the last day to register to vote for the November elections.  If you need to check the status of your voter registration, or need to register (or re-register), please use the following links to download an application and mail it (POSTMARKED BY OCTOBER 6TH) to:
 

 

 
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