26th Jul2011

Brooklyn Bodega Presents…ETERNIA! (Video)

by iSpit

BHF ’11 – Eternia from BrooklynBodegaTV on Vimeo.

Canadian MC & BHF ’11 Performer Eternia sat down with Brooklyn Bodega to discuss the importance of her stage show. Whether in a small venue or rocking a crowd of thousands, the Juno Award nominee breaks down barriers (figuratively & literally) with her passionate performances.

Make sure you check out Eternia at the 2011 Brooklyn Hip Hop Festival, featuring performances by Q-Tip & friends, Random Axe, M.O.P. & more!!!

Special Thanks to PNC Studios.

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26th Jul2011

J. Cole – Cant Get Enough Feat Trey Songz

by iSpit

J. Cole – Cant Get Enough Feat Trey Songz

Back Up Link: http://www.sockshare.com/file/0537D5F9462E4224

26th Jul2011

Concerning Libya

by iSpit

Whereas the conflict in Libya arose over the legitimate demand for increased democratization of the country in line with the mainly peaceful democratic revolutions sweeping across the world, it was quickly hijacked by an armed gang of rebels and metamorphosed
into a civil war with the help of NATO countries that took military action in support of their sponsored UN resolutions 1970 and 1973 supposedly to protect civilian lives but inevitably killing Libyans and drowning hundreds of fleeing African refugees;

The African Union hereby orders an immediate stop to the bombing of any African country by NATO forces or there will be a complete break in diplomatic relations with all the countries participating in the military aggression against Africa. If the bombing does not cease by the weekend, all members of the African Union are hereby directed
to recall their diplomats from the offending NATO countries and expel their diplomats from Africa until further notice.

Since the NATO forces claim to be acting on behalf of UN resolutions, we have resolved to remain in the UN to voice our opposition to this neo-imperialist aggression against Africa. The arrogance with which the NATO countries are bombing Africa would not be tolerated by any other region of the world and neither would the African Union stomach such a naked grab for the natural resources of Africa in the guise of humanitarian intervention.

NATO forces have continued to bomb the African State of Libya for more than three months in total disregard of the reasonable call for a cease-fire by the African Union Commission, using the excuse of a resolution by the Arab League as an additional justification.  We call on African Union members of the Arab League to immediately break ties
with that unrepresentative and unaccountable organization which has never called for the bombing of any repressive Arab country outside Africa and which remained silent when black African citizens of Libya were being murdered by racist rebels who dubbed them mercenaries.

Rather than rush to join NATO neocolonialist in recognizing an unelected band of rebels hired and equipped by aggressive
NATO countries as the only legitimate representatives of the proud people of Libya, the African Union hereby calls on the rebels to lay down their foreign arms and engage in the African philosophy of non-violence as the best way to resolve the crisis in Libya.

We demand that the NATO countries that are bombing Libya must bear the full cost of reparations for the people assassinated and for the reconstruction of the homes and infrastructure destroyed in the country as a precondition before any renewal of diplomatic relations between those countries and member states of the African Union.

It is a fact that Libya is the African country ranked highest on the Human Development Index of the UNDP for decadesand it is true that Gaddafi has been the most vocal advocate for African Union government. Now, the NATO imperialists are taking pride in bragging about
degrading the infrastructure of the country, with the greedy wish that their own companies would be awarded oil contracts and contracts for the
reconstruction of the country. We condemn such violent greed and hold the NATO countries accountable for the damage being done on African soil.

The African Union reiterates the call for a comprehensive cease-fire by NATO forces, the rebels and by the Libyan army to enable political negotiations by the people of Libya on the way forward for their country under the supervision of AU Peacekeepers. The NATO forces claim that they will continue to bomb Africa until Gaddafi steps down
but as Africans, we cannot accept such an imperialist ultimatum any longer. It is not up to a gang of imperialist bullies to determine when any leader steps down in an African state; only the citizens should decide that through a peaceful democratic process.

We call on our brother leader, Gaddafi, to heed the call for change in Libya by initiating a process of transition, starting with a national constituent assembly to draw up a multi-party constitution which would provide for equal representation of men and women in all arms of government, give all Africans at home and abroad the right of citizenship in the state of Libya as a model for the African Union
Government, allow elections to be held before the end of the year and allow a new leadership to transition in the country peacefully.

We call on all members of the African Union to witness the ongoing fantasy of re-colonization being performed by NATO war-mongers and therefore speed up the process of reconstituting the people of Africa into the People’s Republic of Africa United Democratically (PRAUD). That is the only guarantee we will have that no small ants, foreign or
native, will ever again attempt to swallow the African elephant without
thinking twice.

When we are reunited as the African republic, citizens at home and in the Diaspora can move to any state of their choice and settle without fear, state governors and the president of Africa will have term limits, we will pool our resources together to provide decent living for Africans and we will be able to demand successfully for the
countries that enslaved and colonized Africa for centuries to pay reparations to Africa.

This will be a win-win for the entire world because a united Africa will be able to buy more from and sell more to the rest of the world with our convertible common currency – the Afro, save resources by ending the duplication of foreign embassies and armies by the
fifty-four states, reduce corruption, prevent civil wars, deter foreign
invasions, provide additional internal revenues for poorer states and foreign aid for poor countries in other parts of the world, and ‘defossilize’ the genius that made Africa the origin of civilization for the benefit of all humanity.

26th Jul2011

U.S. Medical Advisory Group Backs Free Birth Control

by iSpit

A U.S. medical advisory group recommended providing women free birth control and other preventive health services under the nation’s healthcare overhaul.

The Institute of Medicine report, commissioned by the Obama administration, recommended that all U.S.-approved birth control methods — including the “morning after pill,” taken shortly after intercourse to forestall pregnancy — be added to the federal government‘s list of preventive health services.

“The evidence supporting contraception is quite straightforward. It works,” said Dr. Alfred Berg, a member of IOM‘s Committee on Preventive Services for Women.

The IOM noted that women with unplanned pregnancies were more likely to put off or neglect prenatal care and to smoke, drink or experience depression.

The recommendation to add birth control is a big gain for organizations like the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists and Planned Parenthood, but is likely to stoke opposition from conservative and religious groups.

“I’m really taken and pleased with the concept of making contraceptive methods available to women in general,” said Dr. James Martin Jr., ACOG‘s president. “It’s just a shame that so many pregnancies in this country are unplanned and unwanted.”

“Covering birth control without co-pays is one of the most important steps we can take to prevent unintended pregnancy and keep women and children healthy,” said Dr. Vanessa Cullins, vice president for medical affairs at Planned Parenthood Federation of America in a statement.

The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops has urged the Department of Health and Human Services to exclude birth control as a service, and strongly opposes IOM‘s recommendations.

“Without sufficient legal protection for rights of conscience, such a mandate would force all men, women and children to carry health coverage that violates the deeply-held moral and religious convictions of many,” said Cardinal Daniel DiNardo, chairman of the Committee on Pro-Life Activities of the bishops’ conference.

IOM also recommended free screening for gestational diabetes, testing for human papillomavirus (HPV) in women over 30, counseling for HIV and sexually transmitted infections, lactation counseling, screening for domestic violence and yearly wellness visits.

Health and Human Services has the final say over what services will be offered. Health Secretary Kathleen Sebelius called the IOM report “historic.”

The IOM is an independent, nonprofit organization that works outside of government to provide health-policy advice.

Research suggests the public would be supportive of birth control being added to the list of services.

A Thomson Reuters/NPR survey in May found 76.6 percent of respondents believed private insurance plans, without government assistance, should cover some or all costs associated with birth control pills, such as Yasmin, the popular birth control pill from Bayer.

26th Jul2011

Lawyer Claims Fees Drained Rosa Parks’ Estate

by iSpit

A lawyer involved in a long-running dispute over the estate of civil rights pioneer Rosa Parks claims that a judge allowed two other lawyers to pile up fees that ate away about two-thirds of the estate’s $372,000 cash value.

The financial condition of Parks’ estate was outlined in a recent filing with the Michigan Supreme Court by Steven Cohen, who represents Parks’ caretaker Elaine Steele and the Rosa and Raymond Parks Institute for Self Development, the Detroit Free Press reported Thursday.

“Since Mrs. Parks’ death … the court system of her adopted city has embarked on a course to destroy her legacy, bankrupt her institute, shred her estate plan and steal her very name,” Cohen said in the filing.

The legal filing contends that Wayne County Probate Judge Freddie Burton Jr. allowed lawyers John Chase Jr. and Melvin Jefferson Jr. to get fees that drained nearly $243,000 from the estate.

Messages seeking comment were left Thursday by The Associated Press for Chase and Jefferson.

Parks left virtually all her estate to the institute, which was founded to teach young people leadership and character development. The dispute involves Parks’ relatives and what share of Parks’ estate they should get.

Cohen wants the state Supreme Court to overturn an appeals court decision that stood behind Burton’s handling of the case. Michigan Court of Appeals also credited Chase and Jefferson for increasing the value of the estate by recognizing the worth of Parks’ memorabilia, which is expected to be sold at auction.

Burton told the Free Press: “Unfortunately, I can’t say anything at all because it’s a pending case. It’s a very controversial case, and I certainly will wait to see what the Supreme Court decides.”

Lawrence Pepper, a lawyer who represents Parks’ nieces and nephews, defended the lawyers and Burton.

“I have no issues with what Chase and Jefferson have done, and the judge has conducted the proceedings in a fair manner,” he said.

Parks was arrested in 1955 for refusing to give up her seat on a Montgomery, Ala., bus to a white man. Parks died in 2005 at age 92.

In the filing, Cohen also claims that the coat Parks wore on the bus ride is missing. He said it would be a valuable part of Parks’ memorabilia collection.

Pepper said Parks gave it to one of her nieces who was attending college in the ’60s or ’70s and didn’t have the coat. He said the niece wore it and eventually got rid of it.

“She didn’t realize it had any value,” Pepper said.

Guernsey‘s Auctioneers in New York is trying to sell Parks’ memorabilia. Its president, Arlan Ettinger, said it wants to sell the collection to an institution that can care for and use it to educate and inspire future generations.

“In difficult economic times, very few museums are sitting around with huge bank accounts ready to spend,” he said. “That’s why this has been a long haul. In the end, I feel this will come to a happy conclusion that will make everyone proud.”

25th Jul2011

Updated: Young Jeezy – Thug Motivation: 101 Six-Year Anniversary Concert Live (Video)

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Watch live streaming video from youngjeezy at livestream.com
25th Jul2011

PBS Presents: Freedom Riders (Full Video)

by iSpit

You can read more up on the background to this documentary HERE

25th Jul2011

Entourage: Season 8, Episode 1 – ‘Home Sweet Home’

by iSpit

25th Jul2011

Relevant Classics: Mos Def – Ms Fat Booty Pt. 2 Feat Ghostface Killah

by iSpit

This has only been previously heard by a privileged few

 

 

Mos Def – Ms Fat Booty Pt. 2 Feat Ghostface Killah

25th Jul2011

Civil Service Board Cancels Hearing on Oakland Paramedic/Oscar Grant Whistleblower Case

by iSpit

The Civil Service Board cancelled its hearing on Oakland Fire Department Paramedic/Oscar Grant Whistleblower Sean Gillis’ case set for July 14th at 5:30 p.m. just one day after Gillis confronted the Oakland City Council at its Public Safety Committee meeting.

The Civil Service Board took the extraordinary step of canceling the hearing set for July 14th, 2011 on Oakland Fire Department Paramedic/Oscar Grant Whistleblower Sean Gillis’ appeal of his suspension.

Gillis is a paramedic and paramedics supervisor and teacher at Oakland Fire Department. Gillis ran the EMT training program of historically-black Merritt College until early 2010 when he was forced from that position.

On January 6th, 2009, Gillis launched an investigation of mistreatment against Oscar Grant, an un-armed passenger who was shot in the back by BART police while in their custody, on the Fruitvale BART station. OFD first responding paramedics failed to treat the exit wound on Grant’s body with an air-tight bandage as is the medical protocol for penetrating chest injuries. According to papers filed by Gillis, the egregious nature of the medical misconduct indicates the possibility of criminal intent and must be criminally investigated by District Attorney OMalley.

On January 10th, 2009, OFD stopped the investigation and, in writing, forbid Gillis from discussing the matter with the Grant family and public. OFD destroyed Grant’s medical records and deleted computer backups. Gillis and then-Medical Director Dr. Howard Michaels, MD engaged in an 18-month struggle for justice within OFD. Michaels was forced out in October 2010 after OFD withheld his pay. OFD then moved Gillis’ office from Jack London Square to a small trailer in the middle of a remote parking lot and took Gillis’ mailbox, car, and secretarial support. In January 2011, about three months after Michaels left, OFD suspended Gillis for alleged long lunches and a messy closet.

Gillis alleges the suspension is retaliatory and seeks relief from the Civil Service Board by appeal. OFD asked the CSB to transfer the matter to a contract attorney.

Gillis seeks community support and “went public” with an interview with Labor Video. Stories appeared in the SF Bayview and Chronicle and both KGO and KTVU made Gillis lead stories.

The Sean Gillis Support Committee was born June 29th, 2011. It’s first direct action was July 12th, 2011 when the SGSC confronted the Oakland City Council at its Public Safety Committee Meeting. The video of that appearance is time 00:55:35 of http://oakland.granicus.com/MediaPlayer.php?view_id=2&clip_id=898

Just 24 hours later, at 3:50 p.m. on July 13th, the Civil Service Board issued the following statement: “[T]he July 14th, 2011 Civil Service Board Meeting has been cancelled. An update of what the next steps will be will be given to you by staff as soon as possible.”

“Nothing scares the City more than big ‘L’ Labor teaming up with Racial Justice groups teaming up with Police Brutality groups; they will do anything to prevent that, said Phil Horne, attorney for Sean Gillis. “Sean has exposed misconduct against patients, felonious destruction of evidence, $16,000,000.00 in Measure Y misappropriation to the detriment of at-risk youth citywide, and self-dealing privatization of Oakland’s black college program.”

To get involved in the defense of Sean Gillis and to force DA OMalley to respond to demands that she investigate crimes against Grant, the destruction of evidence, and unlawful retaliation against the medical director, contact the Sean Gillis Support Committee at justiceforseanatoaklandfire [at] gmail.com.

Attached is the Civil Service Board appeal. Other public records are available at justiceforseanatoaklandfire [at] googlegroups.com by clicking the links.

http://www.indybay.org/uploads/2011/07/14/gillis.20110624.omalley.redactedwithattachment.pdf

25th Jul2011

Hey Ladies!!! By: Eric Blair

by Mr. Blair

***Disclaimer***

The following piece isn’t talking about all women as a gender, just the good and the bad ones; just like they are good men and bad men that are spoken about in the media daily. I just want to make it clear that I am not attacking anyone; I am just bringing the obvious to the light. If you feel as there are some offensiveness in my words in this piece then maybe you’re one of the many people I am speaking of in this topic. Enjoy!

 

Beautiful women, God’s gift to Earth! Two greatest things God created are water and women; without the two we would cease to exist. Mixing water and women together is a exquisite sight to see and experience. Wait, I am digressing from the point, women are lovely, if you know me or ever had been with me, you know I love me a sexy woman. The curves, the soft skin, the eyes, their lips, their brain, the arch in their back, and their hair; I love natural hair! That’s sexy! I just want to show appreciation to all these classy, elegant, smart, ambitious, lovely women all over the world. I know there are many men that fear a good ole smart, sexy woman so they’ll degrade or hurt you in many ways. Well miss, that’s not the case here with me, I am here to uplift women like you, in more ways than one. (Hehehehe, double entendre.) If you’re reading this and a smile appears on your face then this is about you, luv; stay sexy and classy.

*Insert wink here*

Since they are facts of life, with the good comes the bad; honestly the following topic I am about to speak on is really the point of this piece today. I have one question, “when did some women stop being women?” Allow me to elaborate, why are there so many brutish women over classy women today?  These are the type of women that curse and beat their kids in public. Really, is that needed today on the 23 bus? I really don’t want to see a woman beating a kid almost to the borderline of assault. I hate when some women are loud on their phone talking to their girlfriend or boyfriend about that time of month or the things he did to her body last night. I can’t say I care to hear that, keep your business your business, that’s true lady mannerisms. And here comes Ms. “I don’t believe in actual clothes, so I’ll wear this napkin on my breast and vagina.” What the hell?! When did so many women forget the word “conservative?” Really, I know it’s hot but I don’t want to see your pubic hairs in your “short” short shorts. I could pass on seeing an areola or two, like come on! Again, I know it’s hot but that doesn’t make it cool to be naked. Oh, look who’s strolling up behind Ms. “Buckie naked,” Ms. “hardcore stone face.” When did women start being tougher than men? Who’s mad and bitter all the time? What in life is eating you away? Smile! I can’t stand the type of woman that’s so confrontation for no reason. If we catch eyes while we’re bypassing one another, I don’t want to hear, “What the fuck are you lookin’ at?” Give me a break! It’s just a look, madam, no harm attended. I need an angry woman to tell me why are you ladies always angry. What is it, a man, kids, work, or other women? Your life can’t be that bad to be always angry.  If it was you wouldn’t be downtown shopping with six bags with Gucci shoes on your feet.

Who’s next up, oh yeah, gold diggers! I know you don’t want a broke n*gger but what would you think a well paid man wants a broke woman? If you’re a gold digger, seven times out of ten you’re broke with a pretty face. Honestly, that’s not classy or lady like, opening your legs or using your sex for money, is almost like prostituting yourself. *Insert shoulder shrug here* I am just saying. Here is a small tip; there is a place that operates during the hours of nine AM to five PM, *Insert finger snap here*a job! Try it out sometime. I understand you want a man who has his affairs in line but Ms. GD, you need to bring something to the table other then your pretty face and open legs. The classy woman I mention above has a pretty face just like you, her own independence, great job, and good education. Grow up, you won’t be sexy your whole life; what are you going to do when that day comes when your sex appeal is gone? Last but not forgotten, “the bizarro women.” They’re the type of women that condemns everything that’s not “trendy” or “cool” so it’s weird in their brain. Example, a man that doesn’t run the streets, doesn’t smoke all day, and has other interest in cooler things other than guns, drugs, skinny jeans/shorts, and Lil Wayne is strange. A man that speaks with good grammar is considered speaking “White.” STOP! I didn’t know there was a language called “White.” What the flying f**k, common sense is strange but living with ignorance is solid? These are the women that talks trash on the everyday working man but sit on their ass all day and do nothing. When did it become wrong to be intelligent, responsible, ambitious, and passionate? Are you so use to dealing with loser whenever a winner comes along they’re a loser in your mind? Now that’s the epitome of bizarre for you, ha!

 

I just want to say, I am not saying all women are driven by madness but there are too many women that are driven to a certain point of inanity. It’s bad when madness out weighs the elegant and intelligent sometime. I see too many ignorant women on a daily basis over classy women. It almost makes me want to shed one tear, just one. Truly, some of these women scare me, they’re looking harder and badder than me and last time I check I am a man! Something has to give because soon all of the classy women will be extinct and all we’ll have left will be these loud mouth, half naked, ignorant, gold digging, bizarro women. My fellow good man, are you ready for that melancholy change?

 

P.S. This woman isn’t an example of a “melancholy change.” I just think she’s lovely, this is my type of woman; bonus picture . lol

 

25th Jul2011

City Government and Media Launch “I Pledge Philly”

by iSpit

Government officials, local activists and media leaders took to the Mayor’s Reception Room this morning to announce I Pledge Philly, a city-wide community effort dedicated to announcing a personal responsibility pledge in the name of making the city safer.

Those in attendance included Mayor Michael Nutter, Star of the Star and Buc Wild Morning Show and others from radio outlets like Radio One, Clear Channel and WURD.

Star, whose real name is Troi Torain, recently made headlines when he announced his own ‘Start Snitching’ Campaign, encouraging youth and others who witness crimes to report them to the Philadelphia Police Department.

“Pledge is a promise, a goal, an opportunity,” said Mayor Nutter, who gave the first remarks. He believes the local effort will help residents “choose peace to make Philadelphia a better city.”

He and the group explained that the city and partners will use various forms of media – radio, Internet, etc. – as a supplement to vocal pledges those make in their own communities. He said pledges can take the form of community service, mentoring a young person, getting to know your neighbors better or whatever else.

Nutter’s own pledge for the program: “I pledge to increase the number of college and high school graduates.”

Radio DJ Star told the audience he planned on using his voice in the media to inspire, motivate and educate today’s generation and “Chip away at the wall of ignorance.”

Those interested can go online to make their own pledges through the program’s Twitter feed or Facebook page.

Reached after the press conference, Star told PW he felt the need to start his Start Snitching Campaign and get involved with the city government because it’s become obvious the “appetite of some misguided people and young people in the city” is “clearly out of control.”

Star told media outlets back in June that the ‘Start Snitching’ Campaign, which he began in New York City in 2002, as well, isn’t just words but something he’s taken on personally. When asked about his “street credibility” in regards to this, he told Globalgrind.com, “I don’t give a fuck about street credibility.”

“[The city has] got their own agenda, too,” he told PW. “They’ve been dealing with this before I came to town…I’m just pleased to be invited.”

25th Jul2011

A.Dd+ – Jumper Cables Feat. Tunk

by iSpit

A.Dd+ – Jumper Cables Feat. Tunk

24th Jul2011

Ecology of Love Starring Pharrell Williams & Dania Ramirez (Short Film)

by iSpit


Download Video or MP3 -Iamnotarapperispit.com

A stylish romance centering on a brokenhearted urbanite who, only after breaking down and getting stranded in the desert, unearths the resources to woo a French-speaking woman at a lonely motel.

24th Jul2011

Esoshel – Essential (Album)

by iSpit

Tracklist & download link…

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