David Letterman: Trump's Obama Remarks "Smack of Racism"
Thursday, 19 May 2011 09:23
In the middle of a lighthearted Late Show interview with Dr. Phil (airing Friday night on CBS), host David Letterman takes the opportunity to make his thoughts crystal clear on the subject of Donald Trump's recent remarks about President Barack Obama, saying they "smack of racism."
Letterman isn't referring to the birther controversy, or the fact that Trump takes credit for the White House's decision to release the birth certificate. Letterman is pointing to Trump's questions about Obama's education and how Obama could have written his memoir. "That's taking on a whole different point of view, as far as I'm concerned," Letterman says to Dr. Phil.
Dr. Phil is a known friend of Trump, and skirts around the issue for a bit, joking about Trump's presidential hopes and that the Donald probably wants to turn the White House into a condo. But Letterman doesn't let the conversation get off track. When Dr. Phil jokes about Trump's comments on Obama's education, Letterman says, "Other people are not amused by this tactic. And, by the way, nobody should be amused by this tactic."
Dr. Phil declares that Trump doesn't have "a racist bone in his body" and Letterman asks, "How can you say things like that if you're not a racist?" Letterman continues, "If (Trump) comes back on this show, and I'm not sure we want him back on the show under these circumstances, he ought to be prepared to apologize for that kind of behavior."
How does this particular conversation end, you may be wondering? With a high-five and laughter, of course. Watch the interview below!
Donald Trump Talks About Seinfeld Cancellation
Thursday, 28 April 2011 23:33
Reports indicate that the Celebrity Apprentice star and possible Presidential candidate Donald Trump is sounding off on Jerry Seinfeld after the comedian pulled out of a charity benefit hosted by Donald Trump’s son, Eric. He told sources he just learned that Seinfeld had canceled a show for my son’s charity Trump wrote in a letter to Seinfeld on Wednesday, because of the fact that you think I am being very aggressive with respect to President Obama, who is doing an absolutely terrible job as our leader.
What's behind Cornel West's beef with Obama?
Thursday, 19 May 2011 09:18
Cornel West is a brilliant man. There are few intellectuals in his class. His work has given us new language to understand the complexities of race and racism in this country and the shortcomings of American democracy.
Outrage Flares As Michelle Obama Invites Common To White House To Read Poetry
Wednesday, 11 May 2011 19:34
Even though it's 2011, we're still litigating whether rap music in and of itself is a societal corrosive or an artistic expression that channels raw experience and expurgates emotions in the form of a catharsis. It's really the old Plato versus Aristotle rap battles over the artistic merits of tragedy -- at least we can dance to it, so there's that.
Can President Obama Do No Wrong?
Saturday, 09 June 2012 15:26
Can President Obama Do No Wrong?
The black community can truly have its' own back, supporting African American leaders in a triumphant way. No example is stronger than the support of President Barack Obama's presidential era. From his humble beginnings to the grass roots bid and campaign, to his historic inauguration, the majority of African-Americans revere every decision he makes. Or do we?
Join the crew tonight as we discuss the Obama platform and where the community stands. Do we protect him too much or is he truly the Superman he's made out to be? Sound off in the chat or call in to let your voice be heard...tonight on "Live in the Vocal Booth".
Bill O'Reilly Brands Lupe Fiasco "A Pinhead,” Lupe Responds
Wednesday, 15 June 2011 19:34
The FOX News host inducts Lu into the pinhead hall of fame.
No stranger to controversy, FOX News’ Bill O’Reilly recently weighed in on Lupe Fiasco’s comments regarding President Obama as “the biggest terrorist.” After the Chicago, Illinois rapper declined to appear on “The O’Reilly Factor,” the show’s host lashed out at Lu, branding him a “pinhead.”
GOP Candidates Backtrack From Signing Pledge Praising Slavery
Monday, 11 July 2011 09:19
Two of the top Republican presidential contenders have backtracked from signing a pledge against gay marriage that also suggested Black families were stronger under slavery.
First Leader, an Iowa Christian conservative group, released a pledge called “The Marriage Vow” which equates homosexuality with polygamy and adultery, and calls for the banning of all porn.
