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SOCIAL ANGST is more than just a blog, it is an invitation to aid in the building of wealth through the shared task of information distribution and discussion. It is a call to engage – engage in society, engage with your peers, engage in your political system, engage in spreading the wealth that is information, and engage in multiplying that wealth through discussion – so that collectively we may become more socially aware, more socially responsible, more socially vocal and ultimately more socially valuable.

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Wednesday, October 27, 2010

Shout It From The Rooftops: Votesmart.org

Post under Shout It From The Rooftop at 10/27/2010 09:32:00 PM Posted by MsBRG722

Hey guys. Been along time. Yes, you're right, I do suck. No seriously, I missed you too. It's not you, it's me. I'll try to do better. Yep, I promise. Now that that's out of the way... we are just 6 short day away from the midterm elections. The President is jet-setting across the country trying to help reluctant democrat candidates make their...

Thursday, June 10, 2010

Social Commentary:
Relationship Advice From Just Any-Old-Body?

Post under Slim Thug, Social Commentary, Vibe.com at 6/10/2010 04:35:00 PM Posted by MsBRG722

This week many excellent writers and scholars (Marc Lamont Hill, Talib Kweli, Demetria Lucas, Very Smart Brother The Champ) have effectively demystified the unintelligible relationship rantings of a rapper named Slim Thug (if you don't know who Slim Thug is, do not be dismayed, you are in good company - not many people do). Other than making...

Wednesday, June 09, 2010

Blog Snatch: Black Snob Reviews Bitch Is The New Black

Post under Bitch Is The New Black?, Blog Snatch at 6/09/2010 12:30:00 PM Posted by MsBRG722

Greetings all. Yes I know it's been a long time (but more on that later). I'm back (for today at least) with a Blog Snatch I think you'll find interesting. Remember a few months back when I did a rebuttal post (In The Company of Misery) to the Washington Post article on author Helena Andrews and her (then) soon to be released freshman...

Saturday, February 27, 2010

In The News:
President Obama Address the Earthquake in Chile

Post under In The News, President Obama 2010 at 2/27/2010 07:50:00 PM Posted by MsBRG722

A collected President Obama speaks to the press about the earthquake in Chile, the potential for a tsunami, and how the White House intends to respond. The President Speaks on Chile Earthquake - Watch more Politics Videos at Vodp...

Racism? You Decide.
AZ Rep. Trent Franks: Slavery Policies Better Than Present Policies for Blacks

Post under Mike Stark, Racism? You Decide, Trent Frank at 2/27/2010 02:36:00 PM Posted by MsBRG722

Open mouth. Insert Foot. I want to send a big Social Angst shout out to Hello Negro for shedding light on this story. In an interview with blogger Mike Starks, Arizona Republican Rep. Trent Franks made the following incendiary statement: FRANK:...

Haiti:
We Are The World 25 For Haiti

Post under Celebrities Doing Good, Haiti at 2/27/2010 01:57:00 PM Posted by MsBRG722

I've been under a rock for the last several weeks and as I emerged today, I finally got a chance to check out the video for We Are The World 25. The remake of the Jackson/Jones/Richie classic has been updated to feature some of today's most well known musicians and is quite different from the original. Featuring a hip hop inspired rap verse...

Racism? You Decide.
University of Missouri Black Culture Center Littered with Cotton

Post under Racism? You Decide at 2/27/2010 01:25:00 PM Posted by MsBRG722

Okay, so in the grand scheme of things there isn't really much for you to decide on this one. The Columbia Daily Tribune is reporting a public display of racism on the University of Missouri campus. On Friday, February 26th, students woke up to find cotton balls strewn across an area outside of the campus Black Culture Center. Campus security...

Friday, February 26, 2010

Around The Web:
Barack & Curtis: Manhood, Power & Respect

Post under Around the Web, Barack and Curtis, Byron Hurt at 2/26/2010 03:44:00 PM Posted by MsBRG722

I love a good stumble. When done right, a stumble can lead you down a rabbit hole of great information. Today, I stumbled across this great short cinematic offering by filmmaker Byron Hurt titled Barack and Curtis. The 10 minute documentary...

Thursday, February 25, 2010

Social Commentary:
Black Vogue - Segregation, A step in the Right Direction?

Post under Social Commentary, Vogue Black, Vogue Curvy at 2/25/2010 09:30:00 PM Posted by MsBRG722

Black History Month seems to be touching people far and wide, including the folks over at Vogue Italia. In the name of diversity and in a generous attempt to recognize under-represented fashion demographics (yes, I'm being slightly sarcastic),...

Sunday, February 21, 2010

Editor's Note:
Requesting a Life Pass

Post under Editor's Note at 2/21/2010 11:12:00 PM Posted by MsBRG722

As usual, I'm sending my sincerest apologies for my latest absence. I'm begging your favor and understanding - I'm in a total need of a Life Pass. I can't go into much detail except to say that The Man was in town, the 9-5 became uncharacteristically demanding and I've been a bit under the weather. In the interest of full disclosure, I,...

Thursday, February 11, 2010

Black History 2010:
Nelson Mandela Celebrates 20 Years of Freedom

Post under Black History Month, In The News at 2/11/2010 01:32:00 PM Posted by MsBRG722

Social Angst would like to send congratulations to Nelson Mandela as he celebrates the 20th anniversary of his release from prison today! From SkyNews.com:...

Black History 2010:
The White House Hosts Civil Rights Music Workshop (Video)

Post under Black History Month at 2/11/2010 11:30:00 AM Posted by MsBRG722

The White House has posted video footage of a wonderful workshop on the music of the Civil Rights Movement on the White House Youtube Channel. Unfortunately, the embed option for this video has been disabled, but you can check it out at here. ...

Wednesday, February 10, 2010

In The News:
President Obama Meets with Black Leaders

Post under In The News, President Obama 2010 at 2/10/2010 08:36:00 PM Posted by MsBRG722

Horrible weather did not prevent President Obama from meeting with some of America's most prominent Black leaders today. Rev. Al Sharpton, president of the National Action Network, Marc Morial, president and CEO of the National Urban League, and...

Cinema Call:
Movie Trailer: Blood Done Sing My Name

Post under Blood Done Sign My Name at 2/10/2010 02:30:00 PM Posted by MsBRG722

There's a new trailer buzzing around the web. Based on the best selling book by Tim Tyson, Blood Done Sign My Name, brings the story of Henry Marrow, his murder, and its affect on his surrounding community, to the big screen. Looks like a good...

In The News:
Michelle Obama Speaks on Childhood Obesity

Post under In The News, Let's Move, Michelle Obama at 2/10/2010 02:30:00 PM Posted by MsBRG722

Michelle Obama has an agenda - childhood obesity - and she plans on tackling this widespread American health problem vigorously over the next few years. Yesterday the First Lady unveiled her national "Let's Move" public awareness campaign which...

Around The Web:
Black History Month, Heineken, and Stephen Colbert

Post under Around the Web at 2/10/2010 01:26:00 PM Posted by MsBRG722

A Heineken ad featuring the line "Come and celebrate Black History Month with Heineken" sparked this hilarious response from Stephen Colbert. "The Dutch are the reason we have African Americans. If not for them, they'd just be...Africans." Comedy.. The Colbert ReportMon - Thurs 11:30pm / 10:30c Celebrate Black History Month With Heineken www.colbertnation.com Colbert...

Tuesday, February 09, 2010

Idiots In The News:
Sarah Palin's "Hand Written" Cliff Notes

Post under Idiots in the News at 2/09/2010 03:54:00 PM Posted by MsBRG722

I literally cracked up at this clip!! I'm not even going to provide commentary. Her actions are both sad and hilarious enough on their own that commentary may be deemed as unnecessary overkill.....

Friday, February 05, 2010

Politics Update:
Scott Brown Sworn In

Post under Idiots in the News, Politics Update, Scott Brown at 2/05/2010 07:00:00 AM Posted by MsBRG722

Centrist Republican Scott Brown was sworn into office as the junior senator for the state of Massachusetts yesterday. Vice-President Biden preceded over the ceremonies that officially gave the blue state of Massachusetts its first Republican senator...

Thursday, February 04, 2010

The Issue:
Don't Ask Don't Tell On Track To Be Repealed

Post under Colin Powell, Don't ask don't tell, In The News, John McCain, Joint Chiefs of Staff, Mike Mullen, Military, President Obama, The Issue, United States armed forces at 2/04/2010 11:26:00 PM Posted by MsBRG722

The Issue Don't Ask Don't Tell About the Issue Don't Ask Don't Tell (aka DADT) is the commonly used term for the 1993 enacted U.S. Military's policy that currently bans openly lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender persons (LGBT) from actively serving...

Social Angst Celebrates Black History:
GOP Chairman Michael Steele Recognizes Black History Month

Post under African American, Black Republicans, Celebrating Black History Month, Michael Steele at 2/04/2010 05:00:00 PM Posted by MsBRG722

GOP Chairman Michael Steele multitasks by making a prideful statement celebrating Black History Month and (of course) highlighting the super minority that is the Black Republican candidate. ...

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