Why can’t people who liked Imus just say:— Soledad O'Brien (@soledadobrien) December 29, 2019
“Imus was racist, homophobic, and frequently cruel. He directed racist jibes at my co-anchor and colleagues. But I liked him, and I admired him and I found him funny and he helped my child”
Because they’d realize how awful THEY seem.
News flash: If you express admiration for someone who routinely says/does horrible things, not for something the person created but personal admiration, then you too are a horrible human. Doesn't matter if you're not the one with the microphone. Garbage is only admired by trash.— Roy L. Pickering Jr. (@AuthorofPatches) December 29, 2019
R.I.P. but I wasn't a regular listener and unfortunately this is what I'll remember him for.— Roy L. Pickering Jr. (@AuthorofPatches) December 27, 2019
A Line A Day: Don Imus sticks foot (and leg and torso) in big mouth https://t.co/8sxNOdJX2K
If people can give me reasons they hate our president, I’ll hear them out but most people who dislike him can’t give me real facts to back up their hate— Denika Clay (@DenikaClay) December 26, 2019
K. Clear hatred of non-whites shown by wall obsession, shithole countries remark, lack of aid to PR & other hurricane hit islands, birtherism. Crude remarks about various women indicate misogyny. Hypocrite who cheats on wives with porn stars then claims to be Mr. Evangelical. Etc— Roy L. Pickering Jr. (@AuthorofPatches) December 27, 2019
Frequent teller of blatant lies and absurd exaggerations. Butchery of the English language and assault on dignity of office of POTUS. Stupid $ wasting vanity ideas like pointless parade & Space Force. Bribing leader of another country to dig up dirt on political opponent.— Roy L. Pickering Jr. (@AuthorofPatches) December 27, 2019
Love affair with Putin on one hand while saying offensive things (like "I like heroes who don't get caught") about US veterans who served this country with distinction and without regard for bone spurs. Hiding his taxes rather than being on up & up with Americans.
Disregarding tons of scientific evidence about climate change so big businesses get to spend less and pollute more. Doing nothing about gun control in spite of weekly mass shootings due to NRA $$$. Trying to screw over people who need affordable healthcare b/c named after Obama.— Roy L. Pickering Jr. (@AuthorofPatches) December 27, 2019
Not changing his mind about choosing an alleged rapist to serve on SCOTUS, perhaps because he too is an alleged rapist. Putting his kids and son-in-law in high profile gov't positions where qualified professionals should be. Alienating the USA from allies in favor of dictators.— Roy L. Pickering Jr. (@AuthorofPatches) December 27, 2019
I'll wrap it up by when he said that some White Supremacists/KKK/American Nazis are "fine people". That was a particularly charming moment. Thanks for hearing me out though I won't be surprised if somehow I still go unheard.— Roy L. Pickering Jr. (@AuthorofPatches) December 27, 2019
Been alive for 32 years and there have been no attempts on my life. I’m proof murderers don’t exist https://t.co/0Xkh2aoEtr— The First Lady (@flawl3ssnbrwn) December 28, 2019
What's with all these pics of interracial couples where 1 or both of 'em is declaring racism/racists to be a myth? Is this some dumb social media challenge? Look, NORMAL ppl in IR relationships truly do not spend every second thinking abt race. BUT they remain "woke" to their... https://t.co/wQ8NFMeTWv— Roy L. Pickering Jr. (@AuthorofPatches) December 29, 2019
circumstances and to the perceptions of certain others about their status. They both know who they are as individuals AND who they are as a committed couple. They aren't blissfully unaware of color but simply are too busy doing laundry, washing dishes, taking out trash, coping...— Roy L. Pickering Jr. (@AuthorofPatches) December 29, 2019
with the work of raising children, planning vacations, working to pay off mortgage, etc. etc. to construct mental think pieces about race relations every ten minutes. In other words, members of IR 'ships are people who are too busy peopling to post pics proving that love is blind— Roy L. Pickering Jr. (@AuthorofPatches) December 29, 2019
So cut it out, MAGA models for hire. You aren't fooling anyone. You're only making yourselves look like fools.— Roy L. Pickering Jr. (@AuthorofPatches) December 29, 2019
Return of the Jedi audience reactions from 1983 pic.twitter.com/ObJ3h5KMHC— Eyes On Cinema (@RealEOC) December 21, 2019
Literature was the gateway for Raymond to understand what happened to him. Comment below with black and brown books you recommend and thank you for your continued support of this community. pic.twitter.com/VXiy7hLzm6— When They See Us (@WhenTheySeeUs) July 26, 2019
BREAKING: Civil rights icon Rep. John Lewis says he has Stage IV pancreatic cancer: "I am going to fight it"— NBC News (@NBCNews) December 29, 2019
"I may miss a few votes during this period, but with God’s grace I will be back on the front lines soon." https://t.co/kdrUxk2XiK pic.twitter.com/24cZxYGbAO
And now for a quick review of 2019 happenings that I commented about on Twitter and/or wrote about here at A Line A Day. Imagine that you're hearing a drum roll before proceeding to peruse my Top Ten List.
1) We left Neverland and fought intensely over the personal legacy of Michael Jackson. His musical legacy remains the indisputable gold standard.
2) I became a BOOKTUBER
3) We lost a literary legend. R.I.P. Toni Morrison
4) Jay-Z and the NFL joined forces
5) There was a killing and resulting trial with racial overtones. There was a verdict. It was followed by a hug. There were strong reactions to THE HUG.
6) Matters of Convenience received a review from a booktuber. That was cool!
7) We received SO MUCH INFORMATION
8) Colin Kaepernick is STILL not playing NFL football but that did not prevent him from being a featured attraction of BREAKING SPORTS NEWS
9) Wattpad is still alive kicking so I did this...
Now available for the first time in its entirety on Wattpad - my novella FEEDING THE SQUIRRELShttps://t.co/yjhgeYxk5r— Roy L. Pickering Jr. (@AuthorofPatches) December 29, 2019
10) Since it's not only the end of a year but the end of a decade, various "best of the decade" lists are being compiled. Among them, AP named the top male and top female athlete of the decade with honors bestowed upon LeBron James and Serena Williams. I have no argument with either selection, nor am I surprised that both athletes are African American. Earlier this year I reprinted an article originally written several years back - THE BLACK ATHLETE. 2020 is a Summer Olympics year so expect plenty more domination by athletes of color. This will not make up for the fact that presidential candidates of color have been dropping like flies. But I'm okay with pretty much anyone left in the Democratic field (okay, maybe not Tulsi) replacing Trump in the White House.