AltWeeklies Wire
Canvassing for Obama Was a Learning Experiencenew
Just when I think I know it all, I learn something new. As cruddy as politics can be, there is value in getting involved in the political process. Sometimes that means literally stepping outside of yourself and trying something new -- like canvassing a neighborhood, one step at a time.
Creative Loafing (Charlotte) |
Nsenga Burton |
10-29-2008 |
Commentary
What We Missed While Obsessing Over Palinnew
What is interesting about America's fascination with Sarah Palin is that, while the world was watching her, few were watching the world.
Creative Loafing (Charlotte) |
Nsenga Burton |
09-17-2008 |
Commentary
Sarah Palin's White Female Privilegenew
White women have privileges that a black woman will never have. Take, for example, Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin. I could never run for vice president of the United States of America with her resume, scandals and daughter.
Creative Loafing (Charlotte) |
Nsenga Burton |
09-11-2008 |
Commentary
Five Myths About Barack Obama and John McCainnew
The rhetoric that is floating around these candidates, also known as "spin," is astonishing. With this in mind, I thought it would be fun to explore and possibly explode the falsehoods in which these two giants have encased themselves. As we count down to Nov. 4, let's start poking at a few myths.
Creative Loafing (Charlotte) |
Nsenga Burton |
07-31-2008 |
Commentary
Jesse Jackson Sticks Foot in Mouth ... Againnew
Jackson has crossed the point of no return and for what? His obsession with being in the limelight pushed him to sabotage what's left of his career as a public and relevant figure in the world community for 15 more minutes of fame, or should I say infamy.
Creative Loafing (Charlotte) |
Nsenga Burton |
07-16-2008 |
Commentary
Hate Crimes and Misdemeanorsnew
The race for the White House sheds new light on old issues of self-loathing.
Creative Loafing (Charlotte) |
Nsenga Burton |
03-19-2008 |
Commentary
Am I Black Enough For You?new
This race is about more than skin color.
Creative Loafing (Charlotte) |
Nsenga Burton |
02-08-2008 |
Commentary
