Donnell Russell
US Army Combat Veteran, an EMT, and security guard. I have had it with political parties, the "PC" generation, the religious right, the secular left, network/cable news, reality TV, and standardized testing. I am embracing a radical progressive agenda.
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Election 2012: Obama and Boehner SurviveA snapshot of the U.S. and the world on November 2, 2012 (election day). How Boehner and Obama can insure their continued success in politics.
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Flawed System, Not Politics Helps Palin on DWTSBristol Palin my be the least technically skilled and weakest performer ever to win ABC's Dancing With The Stars and take home the Disco Ball Trophy. -
Gay Veterans, Celebrating in SilenceVeterans Day is a time I would like to celebrate my over 10 years in the military service. However, I am always leery of celebrating service that wasn't true to who I was as a gay soldier. -
Call Center DiariesIndia has become the mecca of the call center industry, but at what cost to those Americas who love a headset, an angry caller, and dinner out of a vending machine. -
Lebron James' Fall from GraceLeBron James has been vilified both for his decision to leave Cleveland and his handling of that decision. But does the admonishment fit the crimes? -
What Passes for LoveA five minute play about love, civility and forgiveness. A psychiatrist runs into her ex-husband at a high-school reunion.
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Weekend Subway Service Almost Delays EducationThe New York edition of Metro Newspaper printed the story: "Weekend transit, awful by all accounts",on July the 27th, 2009. Two weekends later I would have my own ordeal with weekend subway service. -
President Signs Health Care BillThe president signed The 2009 All-in Health Care Reconstruction Act into law this morning. Both bills HR 3301 and S-789 were merged in committee in less than two weeks of closed door conference. The President had threatened to veto the bill. -
Authentic Caesar SaladThe Caesar Salad is a perfect launching pad for your Labor Day Dinner, Cookout or Garden party. The recipe is for an authentic Caesar Salad including garlic oil, homemade croutons and the much maligned, coddled eggs. -
3 Highlights of the Post 9/11 GI BillThere are many benefits to the new Post 9/11 GI Bill. This is a personal account of a soldier who has used the old and is using the new highlighting key differences.
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The Honest Cover LetterProblem with cover letters is they are too short and don't tell anything about the job seeker. Forget your resume. You want an interview? Open up. Be honest. Let potential employers and companies know who you are. I did. -
Barak Obama Political Haiku4 haiku track the journey of one candidate for president of the US. -
Military Stop-Loss PaymentsI hope when party leaders and their fellow legislators return from their much-deserved summer recess, they will immediately take up the $487 billion defense funding bill approved July 31 by a key house subcommittee.
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Condom UseA short 1 minute PSA about condom use.
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Old Sperm Donors, Iraq, Earth Day, God and SportsLink to an 8 minute YouTube comedy news and political weekly -
Chelsea Clinton and Chronic TextersI'm Just saying host Larry Fowler offers advice to Chelsea Clinton about answering the "Monica" question and rants abit about text I'm Just saying host Larry Fowler offers advice to Chelsea Clinton about answering the "Monica" question and rants abit about text messaging.
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Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Died in Vain?I received this question from a fellow YouTube user BMSTV (check out his page). This is part one of a two-part response.
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Terrorism, Unemployment and NYCA little update about the NYC Time Square Bombing and the states fallen governor. -
Immigrant Oscars, Proof in Da Putin, Nader IN, Prince Harry OUTThe Weekly (okay relatively weekly) news, entertainment and political YouTube show you have come to love. -
I'm Just Saying Episode 1: NOT the Philip DeFranco ShowPilot Episode of a new YouTube show cover news, politics, spots, entertainment and those littel things we observe yet ignore in everyday life. -
My Country Tis of Thee: Insights and Observations of American CultureMore observations, insights and helpful tips about the Beacon on the Hill we call America. -
The NY Football Giants SUPERBOWL Video Everyone's Talking AboutMy short NY Football Giants SUPERBOWL tribute video.
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My 2 Cents January 27, 2008Weekly commentary covering the news events shaping my life and tickling my funny bone. -
Obama Winning in Early Returns from SCThe Clintons tried every dirty political trick they could thing of but failed to dupe South Carolina primary voters. -
History Vs. Destiny: Giants Will Beat Patriots in SuperBowl XLIIThe New England Patriots may be a team of destiny as they look to complete an unbeated season, but the New York Giants have history on their side. -
The Question: is Barack Obama Black Enough?I actually prepared this video in response to a story I read here and a question asked at the South Carolina Debate on January 21, 2008. -
MLK Day: How I Spent the DayA 4 minute audio/video tribute to Dr. Martin Lu... (more) Added: January 21, 2008 A 4 minute audio/video tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King. Aretha Franklin sings "I Dreamed The Dream." from Les Miserables -
Clintons Label Obama and Dr. King OverratedSenator Hillary Clinton explains her and bill clintons feelings on Barack Obama's campaign and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. -
My 2 Cents January 10, 2008My 2 Cents is a weekly video blog covering politics and pop culture. This is the first of 2008. Pasts editions can be seen on YouTube and Google.
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NY Giants Can't Beat Green Bay Packers on PaperGreen Bay is statistically a better team. They beat the Giants in September. So did Dallas. -
Clintons Attack Obama and Martin Luther King is Collateral DamageHillary and Bill Clinton are trying to clean up statements made attacking Senator Barak Obama's campaign and Dr. Martig Luther King Jr.'s importance in the Civil Rights struggle. -
Hillary Wins!?Hillary Wins! Advice From The Ghost of Presidents Past(Funny) -
Hope for Homeless Vets: Lyons DomiciliaryPart 1 of 2 written in response to an article published in a local newspaper about the veterans programs at the VA facility in Lyons New Jersey. Part 1 includes a letter from the author of the original article.
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HOW to Get Me Writing Mistake Free?the alst article I'll write wrong. -
A Funny Thing Happen on the Way to New HampshireTen candidates, two parties, one debate. Highlights of the New Hampshire debate. -
Obama Makes History in IowaNo African-American candidate for the nomination of his party has ever one a single state caucus or primary. The closest, Reverend Jesse Jackson, came in 5th in 1988 with 5% of the vote. Barack Obama changed that in Iowa last week. -
2008 NFC Champioship: NY Giants Vs. Washington RedskinsCan Joe Gibbs return The Washington Redskins, motivated by emotional and solid play to their former glory ? Can Tom Coughlin save his job and Giants pride? -
New TV ShowsThe writer's strike, which started in November of last year, has affected all the major TV networks. -
How to Make Great CoffeeThe las guide you will ever need to have people say, "Wow, you make the best cup of coffee." -
New Years Resolutions: Making and KeepingA guide to making resolutions that you will keep.
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They Said What?: 2007 Memorable QuotesI few memorable, funny and entertaining quotes from 2007. Oh yeah and what I thought of them. Not provocative but funny. -
Pre-Caucus Christmas Gifts IdeasIt's that time a year again. The holiday lights are up, department store hours are extended and everyone is in a generally giving mood. Ahh, yes, nothing says the Christmas like--The Iowa Caucuses.
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How to Handle Telephone InterviewsA telephone interview is a great way to ease into the initial, tense encounter with your potential employer. Telephone interviews or "phone screenings" are becoming more and more common in today's technology driven workplace
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GOP Favors Iraqis Over LatinosWhile the Democrats leaped at the opportunity to participate in a Univision-sponsored debate on Sept. 9, only Sen. John McCain showed interest in a similar forum for the Republican field. -
Former Fed Chairman on 60 MinutesA meltdown in the "subprime" mortgage market has rocked Wall Street and Main Street. Foreclosures and late payments have soared, and lenders have gone out of business. Some economist believe this has increased chances the economy might slide into a recession this year. -
Jack McCoy for Mayor in Law and OrderManhattan DA Arthur Branch isn't the only New York City prosecutor running for office. In a stunning move Executive District Attorney Jack McCoy announced he would run for mayor of New York City following Mayor Michael Bloomberg's final term. -
Lights, Camera, InterviewSo you have the interview. Now what? There are literally thousand of books and websites covering resumes and cover letters. The interview, the most important part in the job seeking process tends to be more hit or miss. However, it shouldn't be. -
Same Iraq, Different Day - Americans Growing WearyIn July of 2004 when I joined my unit (III Corps) at Camp Victory in Baghdad, Iraq I had already missed the capture of Former Iraqi dictator Saddam Hussein by one of III Corps' subordinate units-The 4th Infantry Division. -
Jim Crow Alive and Well in JenaIt's a story that reads like one from America's troubled and racially explosive Jim/Jane Crow era. A white "victim" using the justice system via judges, prosecutors and all-white juries to keep "uppity negroes in their place." -
Sanctuary Criticized in Newark - Illegal Immigration & CrimeBlaming the tragedy that befell three promising Newark young adults on the United States legal system's immigration shortfalls isn't fair.
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Vacation SafetyTravelers remember to arrange their wardrobe, check weather at their destinations and secure travel documents. Often forgotten however, is the security of their homes.
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The North PoleThe first manned moon landing was the United States Apollo 11 mission. The United States made no claim of ownership.
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Constitution Showdown: Or Just a Question of Privilege?The Constitution does not refer to executive privilege at all, and some "strict constructions" believe that the very idea is unconstitutional. -
StarTrek: Kirk Vs PicardTwo legendary StarFleet Captains: Kirk and Picard. Two legendary Starfleet Flagships: Enterprises-B Enterprise D. One mission, survival. Whee is your money is a battle of Kirk vs. Picard? -
My 2 Cents: May 25, 2007My tribute to the brave men and women I served with and those who continue to serve our great nation. -
The Media Double StandardI'm not going to call this racism, or media bias. I will let you decide. You will see, as I do, further evidence why (unfortunately) Al Sharpton and Jesse Jackson won't be "retiring" any time soon. -
Some More Memorable TV CharactersDespite the large number of African-Americans on television, they continue to be "ghettoized". This is perhaps one explanation why white audiences don't identify with black characters and in turn don't support black shows in the numbers black viewers support white shows. -
Al "Amos" Sharpton & Jesse "Andy" JacksonWith the emergence of Barack Obama, young progressive blacks thought we had all but rid ourselves of Rev. Jesse Jacksonand Rev. Al Sharpton; relegating them to small marches, insignificant demonstrations and ineffective boycotts. -
Don't Ask, Don't Tell, Don't Work: Opening Up the MilitaryThe active duty military is being stretched to the limit by the war on terror at the same time service members are being discharged in record numbers under "don't ask, don't tell." -
Assaulting Humor: The Persecution of Ann CoulterAnn Coulter has been unfairly attacked for using the "f" word, not that "f" word the other one. "Faggot" is the favorite insult of males aged 9 to 90 looking for the ultimate jab at another male. However, Ann is not male. -
How to Get a Job InterviewSuccessful job hunting starts with getting an interview. Your cover letter, your resume and the delivery of each, will determine how many job interview opportunities you get. -
NYC Living: How to Survive Being StrandedSo how does one "Escape from New York" with no money, no credit/debit cards, no identification and no cell phone? I though I had the answer. -
Cheesecake for (patient) DummiesIt's difficult to remember just how or when cheesecake became my favorite dessert. It is not so difficult to remember when I first learned to make cheesecake. -
NYC Living: How to Winterize Your CarNew Yorkers were blasted last week when a mid-winter snow and ice storm took many by surprise. Buses were slowed, airplanes grounded, and some subways delayed.
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My Country Tis of Thee: Insights and Observations of American CultureWashington recently released a statement saying it would allow more Iraqi immigrants to enter the United States. I, as a 38 year citizen of America, offer the following insights and observations to my new guests and potential countrymen. -
TV Review: The 1/2 Hour News ShowAs a writer, humorous and political/pop culture junkie; I enjoy taking the occasional satirical shot at things Washington and Hollywood. I enjoy the work of Bill Maher, Stephen Colbert and Jon Stewart. -
Two Nobel Blacks: Bunche and MorrisonThe Nobel's are granted annually to persons or institutions for outstanding contributions made during the previous year in the fields of physics, chemistry, physiology or medicine, literature, international peace and economic sciences -
The United States SenateSince its inception, just five African-Americans have served in the US Senate. -
The History of Black History MonthAmericans have recognized black history annually since 1926, first as "Negro History Week" and later as "Black History Month."
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LOGO Axes: Noah's Arc"Noah's Arc", the LOGO Network's self proclaimed most popular show, was cancelled after two short seasons. Angry fans have responded all over the blogsphere many cancelling subscriptions with local cable companies. -
New York City LivingMany people relocate to New York City every year in search of fame, fortune or just to try their hands at living in The Big Apple. -
State of the Union AddressPresident Bush delivered his seventh state of the union address to the largest viewer ship since his 2003 address. Aside from the fact that Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi is a woman; I don't know what we learned. -
Australian Open Gets Big StoryThe Australian Open often the least watched, least appreciated and least understood of the Grand Slams may have the 2007 tennis season's first big story. -
Service Members Appeal for RedressActive-duty service members gathered inside a Norfolk, Va., church on Martin Luther King Jr. Day for a rally calling for the immediate withdrawal of U.S. troops from Iraq. -
American Idol: Season 6Thousands of contestants braved Seattle's harsh weather, and while no one sang the popular 70's Sly and the Family Stone song: "It's a family Affair"; after two hours, there were plenty of family themes. -
Big Blue Goes Black : Jerry Reese GIANTS GMThe New York Giants hired Jerry Reese as their general manager, making him the first African American GM in NY Professional Football history, and only the third black GM in the NFL. -
No Justices No Peace: An Open Letter to the US Supreme CourtIt is a New Year. The year began with a milestone. 3,000 servicemen and women, 3,000 American Citizens have died in Iraq.
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The Road to IranYou don't need tea leaves a crystal ball or any leaked White House memorandum to suspect that President Bush has his eye on military conflict with Iran.
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All Well that Ends WellFive years ago I decided to surprise my girlfriend Karen with a Jacuzzi suite in my town's local Embassy Suites Hotel. I booked the suite and got everything I would need: dinner, candles, chocolates, and champagne- the works.
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The Exonerated: A Play with PurposeThe Exonerated dramatizes the true tales of six innocent death row survivors in their own words. In words you won't forget. -
Bangor Maine: Butts Out in CarsThe city of Bangor Maine joined Arkansas and Louisiana with a ban on smoking in cars transporting children. -
Experience Overrated: The Case for Barack ObamaThe political pundits, news media and political elite are in full gear for the next political cycle starting in January 2008. The only story getting more play than Iraq is the political future of presidential non-candidate Senator Barack Obama.
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Nancy Pelosi Unplugged: From the Kitchen to the CongressToday Representative Nancy Pelosi (Democrat-CA 18th district) becomes the first woman elected as Speaker of US House of Representatives.
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Curtains for Curtains: Alternative Window DesignIf you have a new place or are looking for a change, here's a solution for alternative window design that is fast, inexpensive and easy to accomplish. Let's get started. -
Internet Dating Safety: Moving from Online to OfflineThe Internet has had a large influence on many of our basic activities. It has changed how we handle finances (online banking); how we shop (EBay) and how we date. Much has been written about protecting ourselves while banking or shopping, but what about internet dating? -
First Date Ideas: Fun Friendly and UniqueI t doesn't matter if you best friend or your favorite website generates a first date. First Dates are always tricky often uncomfortable and more often than not the dates you remember as the worse
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What's Cooking in Iraq? Not the "Cooks"Greg Jafee, defense correspondent for the Wall Street Journal, appeared on C-SPAN's Washington Journal on Saturday December 23, 2006. The the most telling statement made by Mr. Jafee was: Army cooks don't cook. -
Champagne: Giving the Bubbly a TwistChances are if you are like most, the two or three sips of champagne you have at midnight on New Years Eve account for most of your yearly champagne consumption. I had, until recently, consumed less than 16 ounces over the last ten years. -
Iraq: Staying the Course?The democrats claimed to the American people that staying the course would not do, but do they have the will or the power to change the policy pf the war?
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TV Review: Taye Diggs Starts as Detective Brett Hopper in Day BreakDay Break proves you can take a movie to television.