Big Boi talks to rapper Bun B at the Democratic national Convention about Barack Obama

Every day on our podcasts, Bakari Kitwana has raised the issue of the distinction between rhetoric and issues. There is always a gap, if not a chasm, between political rhetoric and reality. If you are a left-progressive, as I am, and you still feel invested in the political process in America, you have to suspend your disbelief-or lapse into complete cynicism. Read more about Are Convention Speakers Telling the Whole Truth?

I watched Hillary Clinton’s speech last night blocks away from the Denver Convention Center with a mixture of disappointment and excitement. It was a strong speech with a very powerful delivery. She played her role very well as a party insider and brilliant career politician with a future. At the same, I was disappointed because in this crucial hour, the country needs more. Read more about Bill Needs To Stand & Deliver!

Last night, Senator Hillary Clinton graced the stage in her “pantsuit”. Senator Clinton tried to focus her speech on how hard we need to work for Senator Obama to be our next president.

But was she convincing? Read more about

For the past two days on our podcasts, Bakari Kitwana has raised the question of Black-specific issues and, specifically, their omission from Democratic National Convention proceedings this week. Obama is making history as a Black political candidate, but he’s also been doing an interesting dance around issues of race. Read more about Has ‘One America’ Theme Silenced Convention on Black Issues?

Auntie,

It has come to my attention that you do not intend to vote for Barack Obama this November and you are even considering voting for John McCain. I am deeply disturbed by your decision. I know I may have rubbed it in your face a little when Obama won and treated it like the Red Sox vs The Yankees rather than two legitimate political candidates battling over who would represent their party. I apologize for my behavior. Read more about An Open Letter to My Aunt (A Hillary Supporter)

I had a chance this morning to sit down with Jerry Meek, who is the state chairman of the North Carolina Democratic Party. Jerry is 37, has been involved in politics since he was 13 and, at age 17, became the youngest delegate ever elected to a Democratic National Convention. He’s also, at about 6’ 6”, a looming presence (and a good guy). He gave me a few minutes of his time after breakfast today. Read more about Jerry Meek Sit Down

About twelve hours before Michelle Obama and her two daughters graced the Pepsi Center Stage to speak to the Democratic National Convention, she did her walk through of her keynote address that would come later last night. Read more about Let Kids Be Kids!