*This is an issue I’ve known about for sometime, but have chosen to remain silent on it, beyond a few friendly admonishments. http://www.eurweb.com/?p=125512

*There’s been a lot of recourse about the criticism Tavis Smiley and Cornel West have spewed against President Obama. Steve Harvey in particular spoke out against the duo and even called them “uncle toms.” Yikes. http://www.eurweb.com/?p=124298

*Not too long ago Princeton educator Cornel West told the Huffington Post that President Obama has a problem with journalists like Tavisd Smiley who offer tough critiques of him. http://www.eurweb.com/?p=124422

The 15-city bus tour will highlight the plight of the poor of all races, colors, and creeds so they will not be forgotten, ignored or rendered invisible during this difficult and dangerous time of economic deprivation and political cowardice.  Smiley & West will be on the road August 6-12, 2011,   Read More:

Politics

They say that if you’re angry with someone, you should write a letter, get all the mean stuff out, and then tear it up or delete it. When you’re a little more calm, you write another letter or confront the person face to face. http://www.blackamericaweb.com/?q=blog_inner/29954/1573138/The Fly Jock

National

EURweb.com has the full story on this Tavis Smiley special that airs exclusively on Chicago’s WYCC-TV (PBS) Wednesday, June 29 and nationwide on public television Thursday, June 30 and Friday, July 1, 2011.  Read More:

You got questions? These nine television hosts probably had them too, for a wide array of celebrities, politicians, athletes, and everyday people with amazing stories. Check out our list of the nine best black television talk show hosts. 1. Oprah Winfrey Initially The Oprah Winfrey Show was just another talk show when it debuted in […]

*On Oct. 1, a powerful pair will be premiering their very own and long awaited radio show called “Smiley& West.” Yes, Tavis Smiley and Cornell West will be joining forces to initiate what is anticipated to be one of the most dynamic shows radio has seen yet.   The two will explore some of the […]

Among the outspoken African-American political and social figures that have criticized President Obama for not doing more for black Americans in these tough economic times, Al Sharpton has emerged as the voice of support for Obama’s presidential initiatives designed to help all Americans. According to an article written for The Wall Street Journal, “President Barack […]

After 10 years, Tavis Smiley is ending his annual State of the Black Union conference, which spawned best-selling books and his critical stance toward Barack Obama.