Raynard Jackson's Blog Posts Tagged 'Michael' (14)

September 15, 2011  

by Raynard Jackson

 

Last December, I wrote a column titled, “Michael Vick--From Vick-tim to Vick-tory.”  The premise of that piece was that Vick made poor decisions which ultimately caused him to serve time in a federal prison.  After leaving prison, his lifestyle suggested that he had truly turned his life around.  This again involved Vick making decisions that impacted his life.  So, almost a year later, I wanted to write a…

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Originally Published on July 2, 2009

  

Raynard Jackson

 

Like a candle in the wind,

Your life came to a sudden end.

With “A Child’s Heart,”

You began your start.

 

You brought joy to many,

But in the end, you didn’t have any.

You had money, fortune, and fame,

If that’s all we remember, what a shame.

 

Now, they all say,…

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February 17, 2011 

  

 

Raynard Jackson 

 

Last year I wrote a column about how President Obama totally disrespected Black America (during Black History Month of all times) and there was no outcry from within our community.  You can read that column at: 

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Michael Vick—From Vick-tim to Vick-tory

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October 7, 2010

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Having received so many calls this week on the approaching anniversary of Michael Jackson’s death June 25, 2009, 1:25 p.m. (LA time), I decided to re-run the column I wrote last year in the aftermath of his death. This was my tribute to Michael and his family. I will have an exclusive announcement about this very soon, so be on the…

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June 10, 2010

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December 17, 2009



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Tiger Woods seems to be the talk of the town of late. I had decided not to write about the Woods’ situation, but after an avalanche of calls from friends and media, I deicide to share my thoughts on this issue. So, for my final column of the year, I will give you my take.



For those who have been living on another planet, let me give some background. Tiger Woods has been caught up in a storm of alleged mistresses who have come… Continue

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October 15, 2009



Raynard Jackson



Black Republicans running for various offices this election cycle seem to be running from race while running their race. This is one of the most asinine things I have every seen, but not unexpected. This is why Black Republicans have no credibility within their own community.



Last week I was interviewed by Kelley Beaucar Vlahos of FOXNews.com. The story was published this past Monday… Continue

September 17, 2009



Raynard Jackson



In the week since Congressman Joe Wilson’s display of ignorance, the issue of race, once again, has spun out of control. So, I will try to add some sanity to the debate.



But first, let me lay the foundation for my argument. Without question, you can disagree with President Obama without being a racist. But, what does describing Obama as a Nazi have to do with healthcare? What does calling him a liar during a joint session of… Continue

July 29, 2009



Raynard Jackson



Michael Vick has become the “Vick-tim” of his own choices and at the same time a victim of America’s hypocrisy.



Vick (the Vick-tim) put himself in the position where he had to do time in prison. He was always made to feel above the law from his days at Virginia Tech. This led to his arrogance to the point where he felt he did not have to listen to anyone.



But at the same time, Vick has become the victim of our hypocrisy.… Continue

July 2, 2009



Raynard Jackson



Like a candle in the wind,

Your life came to a sudden end.

With “A Child’s Heart,”

You began your start.



You brought joy to many,

But in the end, you didn’t have any.

You had money, fortune, and fame,

If that’s all we remember, what a shame.



Now, they all say, “I Want You Back,”

But is that all just an act?

They all said, “I’ll Be There,”

I am not sure they really… Continue