Lower Income May Mean Higher Stress

A recent study by Health Day News found that lower socioeconomic status usually attributes to higher stress. DUH!!!!!!!!!!!!! For those of us that have been (or currently in) living check to check or living below the poverty line, know this study is nothing new.

The study included 193 adults with annual incomes ranging from $2,500 to $162,500. The lower the income, the higher the stress.

My question now becomes WHO PAY THESE PEOPLE FOR THESE STUDIES. The people near the poverty line are frequently worrying about how they are going to eat, pay rent, and live in general. They also receive no respect from the local and federal governments (see NEW ORLEANS). They receive no respect from the local school systems.

To the researchers at the Health Day News, I want my subscription money back (LOL).

DUH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Military School

Congratulations goes out to the young people of Forestville Military Academy (formerly Forestville High School) graduation class of 2006 (Article on the graduation). I'm extremely proud of these young people (and their parents). This school was a major risks for the county, school board, parents, and kids. For those families that endured the "you can't wear the latest clothes at the school" taunts, I applaud you. For the kids that endured the "you're stupid for taking orders all the time" taunts, I applaud you. For the school leadership that endured the "this will never work in Prince Georges County" taunts, I applaud you.

Although their test scores haven't reached the level everyone expects, this school is making a difference. This school has done a wonderful job in teaching the students that your life won't be over if you don't wear "booty jeans" and "jeans hanging off your a#@" everyday. This school has done a wonderful job in teaching the students that they can be successful at the next level (the number of students taking the SAT test has risen dramactically).

I never thought I would say this but if the school adminstrators really want to see a difference in our kids start with THE DRESS CODE. Most of the time student fights and sex drives can be traced by to dress code influences from the media and friends.

GREAT JOB FORESTVILLE MILITARY ACADEMY

Just a thought
Written by COWBOY4EVER

Is The War Taking a Toll On The Troops

I was saddened to read in today's Washington Post about investigation into the actions of a Marine convey in Iraq. According to initial reports, on November 19, 2005, the convey was hit by a roadside bomb killing on solider. The initial report stated that the other Marines were being attacked by other insurgents with gunfire. From all the early reports, the investigation will reveal that the only thing true about the initial military report was the number of Iraqi citizens killed. The evidence will reveal that some of these Marines simply killed these civilians. Evidence shows that one child was actually killed while laying in bed.

My question now becomes, "Is The War Taking A Toll On The Troops." Everyone has their opinions on this war, but no one really talks about the toll this war is having on the troops.

Please follow this story (TROOPS KILL CIVILIANS) and our troops state of mind upon returning home.

Written by COWBOY4EVER

Lawsuit Against CIA Is Dismissed

Bush administration gets another free pass in court.

Today's Washington Post reports that a lawsuit brought by a German citizen against the CIA was dismissed because the judge thinks it would harm national security if key government officials reveal certain information.

For those of you that don't follow the news, this German citizen was arrested in Macedonia in December 2003. He was beaten, sodomized, and repeatedly questioned about alleged terrorist ties. He was held for 5 months before the CIA realized they had the WRONG MAN.

The judge believes he was seriously injured during his detention but refuses to hold anyone accountable. It's this the story of the last 5 years. When will it stop.

Click on link to read the story: Lawsuit Dismissed

Written by COWBOY4EVER

Bill Cosby Sounds Off

Theo! Rudy! Claire! Denise! I wish someone would pass me the "Jello Pudding Pops." LOL!

That was the mild manner Bill Cosby, but ya (ebonics) crazy black folks have turn him into the "TERMINATOR." LOL

Bill Cosby has been on his "Calling Out with Cosby" tour. This tour has taken him to college graduation ceremonies and town hall style meeting rooms across America. Mr. Cosby feels that it's time to speak openly and honestly with black America. You must read the Washington Post and EURweb coverage of Mr. Cosby's last two addresses: "Cosby Scolds Idle Churchgoers" and "Cosby Airs Out Black Men at Spellman Graduation".

Although Mr. Cosby has some valid points, I have a problem when someone voices their opinions on a "national" stage but doesn't offer possible solutions. Over the last few months, all we have heard from Mr. Cosby is the PROBLEMS in the black community (black women, black youth, now black men and churchgoers). Because he has made some valuable points, I would love to hear some of his suggestions for possible solutions. I think Mr. Cosby is one of our great minds. It would be soooo refreshing to hear some of his solutions. I think that's most people problem with "Jello Pudding Pop", he's being tuned out because there are no suggestions in his speeches.

He transformed my generations expectations with his televsion show. Now Bill transform us with action. Go sit on the "106 & Park" couch and break it down for Tigger. Go do a live interview on the "Donnie Simpson", "Wendy Williams", "Ed Lover", etc. radio shows. Have a made-for-tv town hall meeting with Tavis Smiley, Russel Simmons, Jesse Jackson, T.D. Jakes, and your boy Michael Dyson. I think people will look at your comments different if it appears you was doing more than just mouthing off.

I'm not saying I agree or disagree with Mr. Cosby, but he has the platform to begin the "change" process. If Farrakan can gather countless black men, Cosby can surely gather the black family (single parent, two-family household, etc.)

Written by COWBOY4EVER

Uplifted Spirit Despite Tragic Events (Yvette Cade)

Yesterday Oprah Winfrey featured a story about Yvette Cade. I was excited to find out that someone from the Washington DC/Maryland area was being featured on the top rated talk show in America. I wasn't excited about the circumstances that helped Yvette Cade get on the show.

For those of you that don't know, Yvette Cade's estranged (now divorced) husband, Roger Hargrave, walked into the T-Mobile store she was working at and proceed to pour gasoline on her body. After Yvette ran outside, Roger proceeded to set her on fire. He was recently convicted for this heinous crime (although prison time will never equal the amount of therapy and pain Yvette must endure).

During the interview, Ms. Cade showed strength despite her circumstances. It was apparent that she has a strong faith in God. Although the road may be rough, Ms. Cade showed that she will not allow her current situation to hold her hostage.

You go sista! You are in my prayers!

Read today's Washington post article on Yvette Cade: On "Oprah," A Wife's Tale of Terror

Written by COWBOY4EVER

Morris Brown College

The former president of historically black Morris Brown College pleaded quilty of embezzling millions of dollars in federal funds and students. Many of our historical black institutions are really struggling now, so seeing this fraud case really saddens me.

Read the article: Morris Brown College

Written by COWBOY4EVER