Democratic Gubernatorial candidate Jim Davis of Florida recently apologized to two African American men who were wrongly convicted of murder.
Freddie Pitts and Wilbert Lee spent 12 years in jail for a murder they did not commit. Davis was one of those who were influential in seeing that in 1990, these two men did not get any compensation amounting at that time to $250,000. According to a Miami Herald Column, Davis faced an uphill battle in his campaign.
"Throughout, Davis maintained he cast his vote in 1990 because there wasn't enough ''evidence'' to justify giving each man $250,000. Another man had confessed to the 1963 murders at the Mo-Jo gas station in Port St. Joe, and the two men were then pardoned by Gov. Reubin Askew."
He blames his decision on his experience as a "Young Lawyer;" looking at the the case "technically."
Where are all the news outlets condemning him? If a republican candidate had done this, it would be shouted from the highest mountain. Sorry, no mountains in Florida.
Do we remember just weeks ago, Republican Senator George Allen from Virginia made an alleged racial comment that really paled in comparison to what Hillary or Joe Biden said. Geez, why are the Democrats so protected by the media?
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Smoke and mirrors
Wednesday, September 13, 2006
Monday, September 11, 2006
In Solemn Remembrance
As I sit at the computer, I can hear the names of those lost on 9/11/2001 being read aloud amidst a backdrop of stoic violins. My television, a 52" widescreen is not within sight, however, I do not know if I want to see the family members of those who perished that day reading the three thousand plus names. But... Something is preventing me from changing the channel.
Maybe it is because I feel a connection to those Firefighters and Police Officers that perished while selflessly putting themselves in jeopardy to save the lives of others. Why, you ask? Well because I am a Police Officer and my brother is a New York City firefighter. I stood in front of "The Pile" a few days after the carnage. A very uneasy feeling came over me at that time which I will never forget as long as I live. How I helped during those days pails in comparison to how the NYPD, PAPD, FDNY and scores of volunteers, both civilian and from agencies around the country helped.
Maybe it is because I grew up in Brooklyn and could see those two majestic buildings reaching towards the sky whenever I left the comforts of our modest home in the Park Slope section of Brooklyn. The sense of pride I felt whenever my gaze caught a glimpse of the buildings is beyond what any words can portray on this page. The World Trade Center buildings were just two more things that gave me great pride for the city in which I lived.
One thing many citizens of this country do not realize is that the brave Firefighters and Police saved many more than three thousand people that day. That for the most part goes unnoticed. I submit to you that this is a testament to the bravery and dedication of those who served that day.
I saw firsthand how the citizens of New York stood behind the Police and made it a point to wave and thank those who wear the badge. When I saw this support, It bothered me in a strange way. I felt genuinely good about it but also remained modest; thinking, why are you shaking my hand and thanking me? This is what I do. While I felt the gratitude of those who approached me, I felt as though it was disingenuous. Why did it take such a tragedy to make you realize what we do? While we patrol our streets every day getting shot at, spit on, injured, and killed by putting ourselves between you the citizenry and those who prey on you. We do not do our jobs for glory. We do it because it is our job and we do not expect anything in return. I am not trying to cheapen the gratitude of the citizens, I know we are appreciated as Police Officers, Firefighters, etc. It is just something you do not see every day. We are Ordinary people doing extraordinary things.
You only see the Main Stream Media's slanted portrayal of Cops. Only when there is something to report that conjers a sense of drama are we in the news.
However, it was nice to see this country come together with a renewed Patriotism.
I digress.
I am deeply disturbed by how divisive we are as a country. More than ever before, we need to come together as Americans. We need to overcome those in this country who without any rationale, are willing to leave this country vulnerable to further attacks. It is time to suck it up and be willing to work with our government even if that entails giving up some individual freedom.
I am still angry about 9/11 and I think as Americans, we need constantly be reminded of the heinous acts perpetrated against us on that day.
Remember the ability for you and I to opine has been earned in blood. Freedom is not free. Please do not tread on the sacrifices of those who bravely fought for and died for our country and for those whose lives were needlessly taken in New York, Washington D.C., and a field in Pennsylvania.
God Bless this great country of ours. As with all things, one must take the bad with the good. We need to remain united against those who would like to harm us and take away our way of life for no other reason than we do not conform to their religion or cherish the freedoms we have.
Never Forget 9/11
Maybe it is because I feel a connection to those Firefighters and Police Officers that perished while selflessly putting themselves in jeopardy to save the lives of others. Why, you ask? Well because I am a Police Officer and my brother is a New York City firefighter. I stood in front of "The Pile" a few days after the carnage. A very uneasy feeling came over me at that time which I will never forget as long as I live. How I helped during those days pails in comparison to how the NYPD, PAPD, FDNY and scores of volunteers, both civilian and from agencies around the country helped.
Maybe it is because I grew up in Brooklyn and could see those two majestic buildings reaching towards the sky whenever I left the comforts of our modest home in the Park Slope section of Brooklyn. The sense of pride I felt whenever my gaze caught a glimpse of the buildings is beyond what any words can portray on this page. The World Trade Center buildings were just two more things that gave me great pride for the city in which I lived.
One thing many citizens of this country do not realize is that the brave Firefighters and Police saved many more than three thousand people that day. That for the most part goes unnoticed. I submit to you that this is a testament to the bravery and dedication of those who served that day.
I saw firsthand how the citizens of New York stood behind the Police and made it a point to wave and thank those who wear the badge. When I saw this support, It bothered me in a strange way. I felt genuinely good about it but also remained modest; thinking, why are you shaking my hand and thanking me? This is what I do. While I felt the gratitude of those who approached me, I felt as though it was disingenuous. Why did it take such a tragedy to make you realize what we do? While we patrol our streets every day getting shot at, spit on, injured, and killed by putting ourselves between you the citizenry and those who prey on you. We do not do our jobs for glory. We do it because it is our job and we do not expect anything in return. I am not trying to cheapen the gratitude of the citizens, I know we are appreciated as Police Officers, Firefighters, etc. It is just something you do not see every day. We are Ordinary people doing extraordinary things.
You only see the Main Stream Media's slanted portrayal of Cops. Only when there is something to report that conjers a sense of drama are we in the news.
However, it was nice to see this country come together with a renewed Patriotism.
I digress.
I am deeply disturbed by how divisive we are as a country. More than ever before, we need to come together as Americans. We need to overcome those in this country who without any rationale, are willing to leave this country vulnerable to further attacks. It is time to suck it up and be willing to work with our government even if that entails giving up some individual freedom.
I am still angry about 9/11 and I think as Americans, we need constantly be reminded of the heinous acts perpetrated against us on that day.
Remember the ability for you and I to opine has been earned in blood. Freedom is not free. Please do not tread on the sacrifices of those who bravely fought for and died for our country and for those whose lives were needlessly taken in New York, Washington D.C., and a field in Pennsylvania.
God Bless this great country of ours. As with all things, one must take the bad with the good. We need to remain united against those who would like to harm us and take away our way of life for no other reason than we do not conform to their religion or cherish the freedoms we have.
Never Forget 9/11
Saturday, August 26, 2006
The Chocolate Mayor Rides Again
Well, Well, the Chocolate Mayor is at his finest. Hey I'm not knocking having some pride in your city but this guy is incredible. When the good Mayor was asked about the progress in the big easy, he showed a reporter how al the streets have been cleared. The reporter, doing his job, asked about all the junk cars lining the roadways and also about a house that lay in ruin partially in the road. The Chocolate Mayor responded in true fashion. "You guys in New York City can't get a hole in the ground fixed; and it's five years later...So lets be fair."
Lets be fair? Comparing an act of terrorism to an act of God. Oh I'm sorry I have to be PC I actually mentioned God! Oh my, sorry to all you atheists out there. C'mon Mayor Choc - o - lat, what is next? You are alienating the very people you need to help you rebuild your sewer of a city.... us! The White, the Black and the otherwise. You cheapen the lives of the courageous citizens, firefighters, and Police that died that day! Comparing the devastation wrought by mother nature to an act of war. Oh wait a minute. There I go again. It was George Bush's fault, not an act of nature. Damn what was I thinking.
It is so easy for a Democrat to blame the President, a republican or any republican for that matter. All one has to do is make a call to a liberal rag mullet wrapper of a newspaper or call UltraLibs at CNN to get your message out there without any contrasting point of view.
You played the race card to get elected; running on standing up to whitey who didn't do anything for your city. NEWSFLASH Choc - o- lat, YOU didn't do anything for your city! But....in true fashion you polarize everything and played to the emotions of the unfortunate. You lack character and substance and you are an embarrassment to your constituents.
Mayor Choc - o - Lat, you would fit right in at a clan meeting wearing a white hood and robe. Your represent the epitome of racism and stupidity.
Lets be fair? Comparing an act of terrorism to an act of God. Oh I'm sorry I have to be PC I actually mentioned God! Oh my, sorry to all you atheists out there. C'mon Mayor Choc - o - lat, what is next? You are alienating the very people you need to help you rebuild your sewer of a city.... us! The White, the Black and the otherwise. You cheapen the lives of the courageous citizens, firefighters, and Police that died that day! Comparing the devastation wrought by mother nature to an act of war. Oh wait a minute. There I go again. It was George Bush's fault, not an act of nature. Damn what was I thinking.
It is so easy for a Democrat to blame the President, a republican or any republican for that matter. All one has to do is make a call to a liberal rag mullet wrapper of a newspaper or call UltraLibs at CNN to get your message out there without any contrasting point of view.
You played the race card to get elected; running on standing up to whitey who didn't do anything for your city. NEWSFLASH Choc - o- lat, YOU didn't do anything for your city! But....in true fashion you polarize everything and played to the emotions of the unfortunate. You lack character and substance and you are an embarrassment to your constituents.
Mayor Choc - o - Lat, you would fit right in at a clan meeting wearing a white hood and robe. Your represent the epitome of racism and stupidity.
I guess it makes sense really. you have once again lowered your standards and the standards of your citizens and bark at us, the rest of the country, to accept those standards because...well because thats how it is.
LOSER!
Monday, May 22, 2006
Mayor Nagin
Can you really believe this guy? First it was "Chocolate City" now he claims that he is being targeted by those of us who are "white."
It seems that Mr. Nagin has hinted at the idea that whites, nationally are involved in a campaign to unseat him from office. Oh boy, there, someone threw the crutch out there again!
Lets create a racial issue out of the election in "Nawlins" Lousy-anna. Yes, lets forget what a pitiful job the fair Mayor did during the hurricane. Oh wait, I forgot, it was President Bush's fault that there was not real plan laid out by city and state officials. So I guess it would have to be Bush's fault as he is the next one in line.
Sorry Mr. Nagin you squeaked this one out. Seems somebody else; not ole whitey is trying to send a message to you! The good, hard working citizens of New Orleans deserve better than someone who claims everything that happens is racism. Coming from the biggest racist of all, YOU, that is truly rich!
You do more to hamper the progress of African Americans than anybody else. (With the exception of the Rev. Al Sharp-ton and Jesse (I'm a man of God but screwed around on my wife) Jackson.
Oh whatever I'm feeling sick
It seems that Mr. Nagin has hinted at the idea that whites, nationally are involved in a campaign to unseat him from office. Oh boy, there, someone threw the crutch out there again!
Lets create a racial issue out of the election in "Nawlins" Lousy-anna. Yes, lets forget what a pitiful job the fair Mayor did during the hurricane. Oh wait, I forgot, it was President Bush's fault that there was not real plan laid out by city and state officials. So I guess it would have to be Bush's fault as he is the next one in line.
Sorry Mr. Nagin you squeaked this one out. Seems somebody else; not ole whitey is trying to send a message to you! The good, hard working citizens of New Orleans deserve better than someone who claims everything that happens is racism. Coming from the biggest racist of all, YOU, that is truly rich!
You do more to hamper the progress of African Americans than anybody else. (With the exception of the Rev. Al Sharp-ton and Jesse (I'm a man of God but screwed around on my wife) Jackson.
Oh whatever I'm feeling sick
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