Raynard Jackson's Blog Posts Tagged 'University' (7)

March 8, 2012

Raynard Jackson

I am so very happy that I am not GLAAD (Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation).  But, I am getting very tired of writing about their terrorist tactics that they employ towards anyone who refuses to accept their lifestyle choices.

Their latest target is former child actor Kirk Cameron.  Cameron is best known for his role as Mike Seaver on the television situation comedy, “Growing Pains.”

Last week he…

October 27, 2011

Raynard Jackson

That’s right, Jimmy Graham!  Most of the public is only recently becoming aware of the story of Jimmy Graham.  I find this very unfortunate, but true.

Jimmy Graham is a tight end for the New Orleans Saints football team.  As of this writing, he is the leading tight end in the N.F.L. in terms of receptions and touchdowns.  But most importantly, he is proving to be a true “baller” in the game of…

October 6, 2011

Raynard Jackson

Howard University, in Washington, DC, is one of the elite Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) in the U.S.  Howard students are quick to call their school the “real H U!”  The reason is so they won’t be confused with another well know HBCU—Hampton University.

But after years of frustrating experiences with Howard University, I have come to the conclusion that they are truly the “real H U.”  But, in…

June 16, 2011

Raynard Jackson

The church used to be the mirror that society looked into to see its reflection.  But, now the church has become the reflection that mirrors society.

Unfortunately, the church seems to have lost its way and can no longer be counted on to provide light in a dark world. 

Last month, embattled preacher Eddie Long made an out of court settlement of the sexual charges made against…

June 9, 2010

Raynard Jackson

Last week, N.B.A. great Shaquille O’Neal announced his retirement after 19 years of playing professional basketball.  He stood 7’1” and weighed over 325 pounds (depending on the day of the week).  He was one of the biggest people to ever play the game.

He left Louisiana State University (LSU) after 3 years to join the N.B.A.  He was picked as the number 1 player in 1992 draft by the Orlando…

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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February 3, 2011 

Raynard Jackson

With the beginning of Black History Month two days ago and the upcoming Super Bowl on Sunday, I thought I would bring you a story that has gotten very little attention, especially in the Washington, DC area.

How many of you are familiar with former professional football player Tony McGee (Washington Redskins) and the Wyoming 14?  It’s very unfortunate that most of you have never heard of…