Oh Hell Yes! Obama Couture - Paris Fashion Week

When it was reported that Donatella Versace's most recent men's collection was inspired by Barack Obama, Donatella was quick to correct the press. Obama himself didn't inspire her, but rather "the type of man Barack Obama represents." However designers showing at Paris Fashion Week conveyed no such reserves about using their runway shows to blatantly support Barack. Sonia Rykiel's spring 2009 collection included sweaters that read "I have a dream" and "Obama." Jean-Charles de Castelbajac put Barack's grinning face on a dress paired with gloves that read "yes" and "no" — probably his way of saying "rock the vote." And at the end of her program notes, Stella McCartney wrote, “P.S. Vote Obama!!” [thanks NYmag]

Prayer: Fox News....biased much?

Hey guys... I've been in the blogging dumps, but Brightstar has been holding it down like a true g. Now, I'm getting back to the business.

I was watching Keith Olberman the other night and they aired this video from FOX News conducting a poll in Scranton, PA (OMG, I was so happy when this came online!):

A few highlights:
1. Did you notice that he was the only person who raised his hand as voting for Mccain?
2. Did you see the one old man try and raise his hand for Mccain and did you see his wife slam it down on the table?
3. Did you see that same woman raise both her hands for Obama?
4. Did you hear everyone laugh when the anchor said, "it looks like it's about half and half in here"
5. We need to pray.
6. What do you think?

On one last note. This morning, I saw Dayton Ohio's mayor, the BEAUTIFUL AND SMART, Rhine Mclin on the news. Hm. One thing, has anybody noticed her glasses? One side is a square and another is an oval. I thought I was tripping this morning when I saw it, but I found a pic. Maybe there's a reason, or maybe that's the style. Anyway - she's an amazing woman, so whatever floats her boat :)

Obama to Buy out Networks for 30 minutes on Anniversary of Black Tuesday

The Obama campaign has bought a half hour block of primetime television - from 8-8:30pm ET - on Wednesday, Oct. 29, on CBS, NBC, and MSNBC, according to television industry sources.

The bold buy, first reported by the Hollywood Reporter and featured on the Drudge Report, will put the Obama show uninterrupted to American television sets across the country less than one week before election day. The Obama camp remains in talks with other networks to do the same on other channels.

Evan Tracey, chief operating officer of the Campaign Media Analysis Group or CMAG, estimates that 30 minutes of primetime network television would cost at least $500,000.

Source: ABC News

I can't wait to hear what he has to say. This is a great opportunity for a larger audience to hear his plans for America without the "media filter." Ha, got that from Palin, but in this case, so true. *wink*

Governor Sarah Palin

Funny pic. Caption it.

Btw, this article is hilarious. Can you even do this? LOL.

"That One"

Take a quick glance here. That was quick!

Uhhhhhh, Huh?

Did you all hear him say "My Fellow Prisoners?" Is this a sign of senility or PTSD? I'm just sayin'. *wink*

CHANGE - A Historical Perspective by Donna Brazile

"We are not going back, we're going forward." That's RIGHT! Love her!

Tuesday Night Town Hall Debate - A Biased Recap

Okay, so I'll admit in advance that I may be a bit biased. But to be honest, I do think that the Obama campaign has another victory under it's belt and I'll explain my point of view. Obama genuinely does a better job connecting to the struggles of the American people. I loved that while the topics of education, the genocide in Sudan, or the issue of poverty weren't necessarily huge voter concerns, Barack Obama mentioned how he wanted to deal with those issues in his first term. To appease his critics, I also felt that Barack Obama spoke more and more in specifics on how he plans to address of issues of universal health care, the war in Iraq, foreign policy, and easing the economic burden. And THANK GOD he finally decided to bring up the fact that it was a mistake from the beginning to go into Iraq. Now while we are in the midst of a huge financial burden on Americans, we're working on rebuilding their government while Iraq has a $79 BILLION dollar SURPLUS (STFU!). RED FLAG - SOMETHING'S WRONG HERE. Bottom Line: I feel confident in my decision to vote for Senator Obama for President. How about you?

McCain, on the other hand, did do well with his usual talking points, yet he fell short when attempting to attack Barack Obama. In my opinion he needs to talk more about the real issues that affect people's lives first-hand - his whole energy argument is getting old. He's full of rhetoric and no real substance (which is funny because that's exactly what they say about Barack Obama). And I know this is superficial but he looked old and had a hard time comprehending the questions being asked. Not sure if this is my bias, but he looked slightly confused half the time. And if he would've use the word "American" or "My Friend" again I would've gagged. Btw, I know may be trippin' but did anyone else notice that he told the black man who asked the question about the economic crisis that "he probably hadn't heard of Freddie Mac or Fannie Mae until recently." I was like WTF?! But then again, I'm probably trippin', but who the F*CK didn't know about them? I'm sure some people didn't, but I doubt the people asking the probing questions at a political debate would be that naive. The comment just seemed really condescending. Aren't McCain supporters tired of him thinking they are stupid? First Palin, now this. I mean really...

In short, that's my opinion. For once, I didn't watch the debate on CNN in an attempt to avoid that reaction meter - which I think is completely innappriate for a debate. I also refused to watch any pre or post-debate coverage as it tends to stress me out. So, until tomorrow I'll just say that Obama won (hands down) and McCain has some serious negative campaigning to do. Will this debate change any minds? - I don't know. Should it? - I think so...

Wanda Sykes on Government Bailout and Palin

Love her. She really should have her own show. This is what I call keeping it R-E-A-L, lol.


LOL @ the Epcot center remark. Wanda Sykes for Secretary of State!

Blackstar? - Echo?

I'm not sure many of you noticed, but I just did. Blackstar hasn't posted since mid-September. Please call her out. She should be ashamed....I'm just sayin'

You Decide - Who's the Elitist?

Love this graphic, pretty much sums it up. Time for the Obama campaign to start fighting back.

[double-click to enlarge]

Leaked Simpsons Episode to Air November 2, 2008

Check out the vid below. Homer tries to vote for Obama, see what happens. Damn.


[thanks shabooty]

I LOVE Asians - This is HILARIOUS

Just saw this on Shabooty, this has me ROLLIN':


LOL, tell me he didn't HANDLE that ish!

Saw this too - check the Jesus wall message (double click to zoom in):

For the Ipod...

Here are some songs I've had on rotation on my ipod. It's a random mix of genres (some, I'm even a little embarrassed of), but I love these songs.







Our ATL Theme Song


Oh and I've NEVER smoked ANYthing before (not good for you), but these songs relax me, seriously - try it:




Btw, what does P.O.D'ded mean? I've been trying to figure this out for years...guess it doesn't matter since I make up all my own words for these songs anyway...just wondering...

Stress & Uncle Sam

Note: I'm writing this at 1am - excuse any typos or ramblings...
Sorry I've been MIA, but since MP called me out (wink), I thought I'd mention why I've been slacking on my blogging duties. First of all this financial crisis, election coverage, and talks of a 700 BILLION DOLLAR bailout have been STRESSING ME OUT. And ironically, when I'm stressed out I spend money. Funny how a good shopping spree can make you forget your worries....

While out of town this weekend at the ATL Classic (yay FAMU), I went INSANE (not really, still budgeting - gotta stack paper) at the Lenox Mall and yea, I got that monitor too. Why? Because I TOLD YOU, I was STRESSED THE F*CK OUT! To add to my frustrations, I just find out today that there are going to be layoffs at my company over the next few months. Tomorrow 38 people will be notified that they may have to pack up their bags and "roll off" of our contract. Whatev...

Side Note: Not too worried about the job, but I think I'm finally coming to the realization, now that I'm 26 and 1 day, that I'm probably stuck in this viscous cycle of working forever @ b.s. jobs unless I do something drastic. I hate it! Do I sound like I feel "entitled" to live my lifestyle without working? Maybe. But who cares, I HATE THIS SHIT. I mean I have a great job, it's cool, but do I feel like I'm fulfilling my purpose? - NO. Maybe this is just a quarterlife crisis? Not sure, but whatever it is, I'm definitely going to use it as motivation to get my "entrepreneur" hustle on 100%.

On the bright side, I have an awesome computer monitor and I LOVE my new clothes which I rarely splurge on. Yay-ah!

Oh, before I forget, what do you all think about the bailout? I just read that it was passed in the Senate with a vote of 74-25. I was against it from the beginning, yet I can't see an easy way out of this crisis without doing something pretty drastic. However, I would be more in favor of helping people from the bottom up by significantly lowering interest rates on mortgage loans or giving tax credits (to everyone this time without income restrictions). I mean you all know me, I would've reinvested my savings back into the economy somehow. ;-)