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Hummm, Jackson endorsed Obama Then Jackson says Obama is "Acting Like He's White." DUH! Guess what J-man, HE IS WHITE, partly anyway! So, just like "Me & ALL The Whites of TODAY", Obama Is Partly Responsible For All The Problems Blacks Have Had since slavery! Oooh, that's a puzzler Huh? Hey Jess, “you’re the king of labeling people, does that mean Obama is an "African-American-White male or a “White-African-American male?

EVERYONE IS EXTREMELY SICK AND TIRED OF RACIST LIKE JESSE JACKSON AND AL SHARPTON...
JUST SHUT UP ALREADY, NO ONE CARES WHAT YOU THINK, YOUR TIME HAS COME AND GONE...

STOP PUSHING RACE IN AMERICA

Can someone please give Jackson and Sharpton their 40 Acres and a Mule so they can shut up? I am a young black male, and I feel these so-called black leaders are out of touch.

Of course they are ignoring black issues because as usual the 90% of the black population will blindly vote for the Democrat party because the Republicans are the "devil"......

Dear Jesse, the only one being ignored is you.

I think Jesse's real affiliation should be the Pseudo-American race.

When Nixon was President, self-proclaimed Rev. Jesse Jackson showed his true "colors" on racism when he talked about the Jewish community in America. He stated that he was "sick and tired of hearing about the Holocaust". He even went so far as to refer to New York City as "Hymietown" in 1984 in an interview with a Washington Post Reporter.

So...."Rev." Jackson....what's this all about? Oh yeah...and how's that $3000 a month in child support working for you with your child born of an affair?

And YOU DARE to try and teach Americans about ETHICS and what is right? Maybe you should, as the Good Book says,

"How can you say to your brother, 'Let me take the speck out of your eye,' when all the time there is a plank in your own eye? You hypocrite, first take the plank out of your own eye, and then you will see clearly to remove the speck from your brother's eye."

Matthew 7:4-5

Now I wonder, what J Jackson had done for the African Americans? He only plays the race tag in order to exploit the black communities. Who pays J Jackson? Who employs him? Does he pay taxes? Come on..give us an example of how U help your community. Who pays for your suits and trips? This guy and Al Sharpon need to be banned from any news coverage. You are sucking the black race economically dry. Plse, quit being a leach! Do something constructive for a change.

Get offa Jessie's back! So what if Obama snorts a little coke – if you don't vote for him you're a racist and Islamiphobic!

Once again, Jesse “the irrelevant” has to say something meaningless. I personally think if Jesse would shut up about “black” and allow voters to think about issues it would validate the black community as “citizens” equally concerned about issues facing the US. Security, economy, immigration and tax reform are issues that can not be painted as black or white and those that try to do so merely detract from what is in the best interest of the country. Idiots like Jesse and Jimmy Carter are more interested in how they are perceived than they are about any one group. Until the media wakes up and stops the elevation of these insignificants we will be stuck with Mc-news bites that detract from the true issues facing our country. Wake up citizens; get educated about the issues and vote based on that education not on what fools like Jesse, Jimmy or Rush put in your head!

Worst of all is these candidates are ignoring us German-Irish-Cherokee-Americans and our issues! How dare they!
Vote for RuPaul 08!

Some of "you people" need to learn how to separate the message from the messenger. True – there are many candidates who address issues that are acute and common to most citizens; but there are some issues, mostly unstated, that are peculiar and specific to unique segments of U.S. citizenry. And Mr. Jackson's message speaks about those issues which seem dormant to campaigns which affect or bother Black people, slave descendants and others who may be sensitive to issues, including:

1. disparate and unfair prosecution and sentencing of Blacks, especially Black men;

2. incompetence of US government in responding to Gulf Coast victims of Katrina;

3. joblessness and under-employment of Blacks – even Black men with degrees (I'm aware of several Black men with MBAs and other graduate degrees who are or were un/under-employed for over a year...)!;

4. lack of fair lending to sound business efforts and ventures spearheaded by competent Black entrepreneurs, SBA has been totally useless and ineffective for Black businesses and entrepreneurs since 1992;

As for you other complainers; Jackson and Sharpton could die tomorrow and these issues would still be rife in our country until effectively and fairly addressed.

In this, our, age of abundant media, data and information, perhaps its too much to expect critical thinking, in depth analysis, and consideration of alternate perspectives and solutions???

To all those that support the gasoline that make up people like Jesse Jackson & Al Sharpton:

You're only a victim if you allow yourself to be a victim.

Furthermore, to those crying of "injustice" and "slavery," when were any of you "owned" as a slave? Please, if anyone has reason to cry foul, it would be our American Indians and you don't hear half as much belly-aching from them as you do from others!

Stop whining like babies, pick yourself up off the floor and move on. You're stronger than idiots like Jesse Jackson would have you believe.

Jessee needs to step down and let someone who lives in the real world speak instead. Just where was Mr. Jackson after Hurricane Katrina? Was he organizing aid to help "his" people virtually abandoned in New Orleans? No. Did he go down to offer his assistance and prayers? No. Did he accuse others of not organizing aid or offering assistance? You bet!!! In full amplification! Democrats are more likely to be touching base with Black voters than are Republicans, or hasn't JJ noticed? Admittedly, we don't have the best crop to pick from on either side, but Democrats have known which side their bread's buttered on for years. If only they would live up to their empty promises!!

Jessee needs to step down and let someone who lives in the real world speak instead. Just where was Mr. Jackson after Hurricane Katrina? Was he organizing aid to help "his" people virtually abandoned in New Orleans? No. Did he go down to offer his assistance and prayers? No. Did he accuse others of not organizing aid or offering assistance? You bet!!! In full amplification! Democrats are more likely to be touching base with Black voters than are Republicans, or hasn't JJ noticed? Admittedly, we don't have the best crop to pick from on either side, but have known which side their bread's buttered on for years. If only they would live up to their empty promises!!

Rev.Jessie, Rev.Jessie, Whatcha' gonna do, Whatcha' gonna do when they come for YOU? There's a new minority in town Jessie & they believe not only whites, BUT blacks TOO have it MUCH better off than they do! They'll be a comin' to prove they're more discriminated against than you! Whatcha' gonna do when they "Call YOU A Racist and Demand You Give Up What They Don't Have"? Have a nice day!

Jesse Jackson ... the liberal's answer to Ann Koulter.

Too bad we can't lock both of them in a room, add Rush Limbaugh, and throw away the key.

No doubt about...Jesse can still turn a crowd. Wow 132 posts and still counting!! I think he's way off target. But Wow!! Obama represents a shining example for Americans. He shouldn't have to prove himself–his platform extends to those in need–regardless of color. It isn't sound practice to cry discrimination unless there is absolutely clear evidence–particularly when your victims have committed felonious acts like assault and battery and attempted murder.

JESSE JACKSON is a divider. He rarely reaches out to whites but uses that same old rhetoric about being a victim. There's never been more opportunity in the history of the world than right here, right now in America. People make the difference, not government Jesse. Tell your "people" to go get a job.

The reality is that Jackson has become something of a joke. Urban poverty should be a concern and priority of every American, but that doesn't mean campaigning about is a wise political decision. The number one concern of these candidates is to be elected – bottom line.

Shame on CNN for giving this man a forum. He is an antagonist of evolution.

Jesse Jackson has a vested interest in keeping alive the notion that the Black community is in a catastrophic meltdown. Instead of pointing out that the various constituencies are all in this together, and all Democrats must work hard to defeat the Republicans in the next election cycle, Jackson seems to have his hand out, asking for extra goodies. Since nobody has promised him the moon, stars, and planets, he is disappointed. I hope he learns to get used to it, and that none of the current crop of candidates repeat the mistakes of Democrats past, who over-pandered in the primaries and flamed out in the general election.

Agreed!!!

I think Jesse's time is–and has been up. I also like the comments on here today.

Not a lot of racism, just pure truth. Frankly, I can't believe it, but it's great. Persons are starting to understand that injustice PERIOD, regardless of race, is WRONG. Yes, all races are struggling– Caucasian, African-American, Hispanic, etc. Poverty, lay-offs, and a bad economy are not issues experienced by one race.

Oh, and to the ignorant comment about how "white people have their own party[GOP], go start your own"– that is simply stupidity. Folks, do you know how many African Americans voted for Bush in 2004? Do your homework before spewing this nonsense. Unfortunately, that was one of the reasons he won–Evangelical, African-American Christians.

Take care.

Wallace

John from Pittsburgh: What question are you asking? Are you asking how slavery affects us all?

To answer your question: take a look at the post by "sickofracists" on 11/27 at 3:33pm. The poster says without "racism" people like Jesse Jackson would be unemployed.

Its a pretty smart comment – think about it for awhile. Do you still believe racism does not exist? How can you be a person of good conscience and *not* understand how this problem affects us all?

Think of it this way: if you see a starving child born into poverty due to no fault of their own – and with no control over their life do you not feel sad? Doesn't it break your heart?

Well, the difference between progressive/liberal people and conservatives is that when we feel that pain in our heart we actually *listen* to our conscience and *do* something about it.

How anyone can say they have any sense of morality but not understand this simple truth is completely beyond me.

And as to your comment about ghetto people: you must really be clueless. I'd like to see you make that ignorant remark to a 6 year old child born in the ghetto with no control over their destiny. You sir, have no heart.

CNN
You need to stop censoring people and let them speak!

As an African- American who has been reading the proposals of all of the Democrats, I think they have all kept me well informed. I don't feel that my concerns have been ignored.

Health care, education and ending the Iraq war are my issues. I want a strong economy with jobs in the US and I want a justice system that works for all.

My hope is that the next president of the US will represent all people, not just a few.

Rev. Jackson does not speak for the vast majority of African-American voters. CNN should stop giving Al Sharpton and Jesse Jackson "elected spokesmen" roles. They often seek the limelight but add little to the political discourse.

JENA-6!!! I wish these civil rights leaders cared as much about civil rights as they do fame and fortune. MY GOSH! If Jesse Jackson cared at all about "rights" he'd realize that a man was gang-assaulted and left for dead over a stupid noose! If some person burned a crucifix in front of my face and I turned around and killed him for it, who committed the greater offense???? Wake up!

I have been saying all along that the only candidate in the entire field who has a platform to address the issues of all Americans is John Edwards. So, why is Jesse Jackson so supportive of Obama? Why not support the candidate who addresses the issues? Must be only because Obama is black. For shame!

Sorry Jesse , but the Democrats are busy pandering to the Illegal Aliens !

Jesse Jackson should be reminded that Sen. Barack Obama's mother is white & father is Kenyan. He is not 100% African American. Maybe Sen. Obama didn't find it prudent to march in the Jena protest. After all he is a senator and possibly future President of the United States.

They aren't ignoring blacks, Jessie, but they are ignoring you, as have the American people for fifteen years or more because you are an obnoxious racist loser

Wow, Christohper from Madison, you sure missed the point of Jo from Atlanta. Just shows how much you are blinded by your hate of the GOP, you don't detect the sarcasm of someone who agrees with you! On a more serious note, I am so sick and tired of the lie that Republicans have not done anything for blacks just because they don't pander to them. Lincoln was a Republican; Eisenhower, who sent the troops to Arkansas to desegregate the schools, was a Republican; the Civil Rights Act of the 1960's was passed by a greater margin of Republicans than Democrats and yet somehow Republicans never cared about blacks? I wish the African American community would come to realize that the values of independence, self-reliance, and community are values that they share with many Republicans. It's so sad that the Democrats have been able to take blacks' votes for granted for at least the last 50 years.

With America becoming as diverse a population as it has become in the last 100 years, you would think the racism issues would come to a halt. Living in the city, I'm surrounded by people of all races and religions. Are we oppressed by geography, race, religion, or our own actions as individuals? I know undereducated people of all races... and it's either undereducated by ability, or by desire. But that doesn't mean they're being descriminated against, it just means they are undereducated. It is what it is. There are reasons behind everything. I was never a slave owner, nor were my ancestors. We were immigrants to this country, just like the first settlers. We all have the same opportunities. The government provides us all an education to an extent, and after that is up to us. You work hard for what you desire... There are men and women of all races who have educations, fortune and fame. The list is enless. America is the land of opportunity. Every day we see immigrants coming to this country from all over the world, starting from nothing, and becomining sucessful. Most of them are given nothing but citizenship. And they're not protesting in the streets for more of a fare shake than what they are entitled to. I understand there is still alot of ignorance in this country amongst each other... but that should be handled on a case by case basis, and every instance of ignorance should not effect everyone. We have the right to our own destiny... How hard you are willing to work for yours is on you...

I agree wit da revrendah!

Does Jesse realize that John Edwards is FOR the death penalty and does not support suspending this until the issues with DNA testing and poor legal representation are dealt with?

Wrong, Reverend. The problem is that _you_ are no longer relevant, having marginalized yourself by association with other irrelevancies like Sharpton.

Listen, Reverend Jackson. I am a 64 y/o African American female; I was a teenage/young adult during the Civil Rights era. I grew up in the deep South;I speak for my self; I do not need you or al sharpton to lead me. I think on my own, with that said Reverend Jackson, you should screen the black folk that need a leader and see what your count would be. Obama is doing a fanstatic job, he has spoken out on black issues on several occasions, what do you want from him, blood? Please do not stir up racism in this campaign. The fifties and sixties are gone where black folk depend on civil right leaders to fight their battle, no more. We have a new generation of young folk that is capable of thinking for themselves, don't you agree?
Obama 08!

The translation is that The Clinton Campaign tugged on Jessies leash and signaled him to say what he is saying. This is to counteract the Oprah effect just launched yesterday.
Jessie wants to play it safe and ride the fence as Hillary tries to do on issues. He would really like to see Obama win, but at the same time does not want to anger the Clintons. Plus with a Hillary win Jessie can go on complaining about racism and minority rights as he is getting paid to do so. Even though the U.S. had 8 years of Bill Clinton and still have the same issues and some worst for minorities.

great another 6 billion program that will probably cost 10 billion or more. Just who do they (the govt) expect to pay for this. Jessie, wake up govt handouts are not the way to a bright future. Only a persons character and self determination can do that. If you want socialism and more and more social programs, move to France, last time i checked things are going great there.
Posted By Bill MacKenzie, kalamazoo, MI : November 27, 2007 12:15 pm

How are things in Michigan...last time I checked your freeloading unemployed Bush backers were totally taking part in the socialist programs available to them. Who do you think you are kidding. The government is in charge of our roads, state and federal employees' healthcare, water treatment, Federal Aviation, Waste Removal, Food & Drug inspections, The list goes on and on. If you don't like some of these programs please by all means moved to the island where Ken Lay relocated to...I'm sure Bush and his cronies will soon follow. You see when you hate government like the GOP and Bush you attempt to destroy in the name of capitalism. You know privatizing our armed forces, healthcare...everything. How has that worked out. How much has this war cost your unholy offspring, you selfish pig!

Without "racism" Jesse Jackson and his ilk become unemployed – you figure it out.

Jesse, Jesse, Jesse. Telling Obama "you are acting white". The racism that comes spewing from your mouth is utterly unconscionable. If I were he, I wouldn't accept your support. Most of the black people I know think of you as a clown and a joke that embarass them. I just wish you would do something positive and constructive for a change. You try to divide this country at every turn. YOU are what is wrong with this country.
Now if the candidates were saying that were have all of these great programs (except for blacks), I would be right out there with you in protest. But they're not saying that. They don't specifically state ANY race, creed, color, sex or religion. You know why? Because it is against the law. So settle back in your chair and watch some "soaps" and just chill. Dude this ain't the 60's.

Jena? Hanging nooses is not the same as six boys beating another unconcious and continuing to assault him.

Mychal Bell had been arrested 5 times prior to the beating, but Jackson views him as a hero!

Jesse Jackson is Mr. Irrelevant.

Black or white ghetto people are just ghetto people. They're just not raised right, and if they are raised right and they want out then they will get out.

People always talk about not being heard... Thats the whole reason for democracy.. The gays will
fly in with talks of enjustice even though we are almost changing our way of lives for "those people"
then the females, then some other minority. That's what democracy is a chance to be heard in Government..Plus if Jesse wants to be able to get heard he needs to go with John Edwards.... Osama wont win...He's Black? America wont have a black president Thats truly going against the beliefs this country was founded on!!!!!! We should spend our time talking about what America really wants to know the Britney Spears's feud.... Wake up America

I don't recall the Democrats saying anything about Italian Americans either, come to think of it! Should I be angry about this???? No one mentioned the Italians!!! HEY! What's up with that????

Rev Jackson should know by now every time he speak about the black vote it divide the nation. But this is America. Most people have already made up there mind who they are going to vote for. Why make promises you can keep(ask bush)

How exactly is slavery effecting you Mia? And Dave from New york why won't you answer my question. It all sounds like an excuse to be lazy to me. I think you are confusing all white people with rich people.

He carries the title "Reverend" but there is very little Reverend about him. He and Sharpie create more problems that they are worth.

I do take exception to the term "African American". Unless you came here directly from Africa I suspect "American of African Descent" may be more fitting.

It's a shame really, he and Sharpie could do so much more for this Country and all Americans if he/they did not constantly play the racist card. They have the talent, but not the will.

Will racism end, I hope so, but folks like this will keep it alive as long as it suits their purpose.

Unforunatly, there is no shakedown money in that.

Mr. Jackson (jjackson@rainbowpush.org),

Whether you realize it or not, your article, Most Democratic candidates are ignoring African Americans is counter productive. If you don’t think Obama and/or Edwards are going to be a net positive for the African American community, and all Americans in general, then you are wrong. Stop interfering with the progress of their campaign. It’s as if you are trying to intentionally sabotage their (mostly Obama's) candidacy. You had your opportunity. Now please let someone else have a chance.

Thanks
C Miller

email Jesse Jackson your opinion.

jjackson@rainbowpush.org

Sorry Ms Jackson.

Create your own party then. The whites did… it is called GOP.
Posted By Jo, ATL GA : November 27, 2007 10:31 am

It's one thing to hate Jesse for being an idiot or because he never had a real job in his life. But I would sum up your thoughts as racist! Just nice to see a racist represent his party (repukes)as what they really are...racists! Wow someone from the south that's racist. How's the water supply down there? Still deny climate change? Where's your God now? I guarantee you that Jesse doesn't know.

I noticed they are also ignoring Polish / Americans

I think Rev. Jackson is correct. This country is structured in a way only some people get these bundles from washington. The country is so unbalanced. The only people who get earmarks and give to their friends are white people. So, who cares about minority anyway? I feel him to the core. Only an educated person will see where he is coming from!

Paul Najarro, you said:

“One nation under God, Indivisible, with liberty and justice for all”, anyone who doesn’t believe in this doesn’t not deserve to be here.

I agree with your sentiment, but who are you really directing that statement toward? Is it toward the members of the Supreme Court who effectively reversed Brown V. Board of Education (the law desegregating schools) - or do you mean it toward the officials who stood passively by in New Orleans, letting thousands of Black Americans suffer for days among the dead after Katrina hit?

Call me naive, but you surely can't mean yo think the people who are working to make good on the promise of justice *FOR ALL* are the ones who don't deserve to be here?

Chris from Ohio:
Slavery is over but believe me the affects are still alive and well. While you were not a slave owner and I wasn't a slave, the African American community still suffers as a whole from the toture and break down of family that occurred due to slavery.

I can understand the plight Rev Jackson is trying to say, but I want to know when is this country going to an stop asking what we are doing for specific races and say what are we doing for our country. It’s not just blacks that are poor, it’s not just Hispanics that are in gangs, and it’s not whites that are homeless. What kind of color labeling is that? Where is our responsibility to our own County as we feed the world? As long as we keep interjecting race how can we come together as one? Our laws protect us all as one nation don’t they? “One nation under God, Indivisible, with liberty and justice for all”, anyone who doesn’t believe in this doesn’t not deserve to be here. We need to work together as one nation; we are not a county of tribes fighting for land. What you going to do for our country? Does that not include me? Should that worry me? People do not come to this country to run from one problem to come to another. Some times I think we have forgotten the reason why and how this county came to be. We have matured as a nation, we have learned from our mistakes. Do not raise your children with prejudice, but a nation of one, as an American.

Perhaps African Americans should supporting Ron Paul who stresses self-reliance. The `Great Society` has destroyed the black family. It seems that the democrats have used blacks all along.

Come on Jesse, we all know dem candidates don't ignore blacks, they wait until after their elected..

Is everyone so ignorant to think that race and racism no longer existists in this country? This issue has not gone away, you would have to be blind to believe that. Bringing light to situations and issues that deserve to be examined from a non-white perspective is what a historically white dominated government and society needs.

By the way Rev. Jackson has supported Obama because he is Rev. Jackson's senator not just because he is black. In addition many of the issues that have been brought up by previous comments are just not accurate. I suggest that you truly look at the past 40 years of service that Rev. Jackson has done before you pass judgment. If you have ever heard him speak you would know that he says "yellow, red, brown, black and white, we are all prescious in God's sight, everybody is somebody." Pay attention people you might learn something.

...the Illinois senator unveiled a $6 billion package of programs in July that aims to combat urban poverty. >>

NO AMOUNT OF MONEY CAN COMBAT URBAN POVERTY. THIS IS AMERICA. THESE PEOPLE HAVE AN OPPORTUNITY AND THEY SQUANDER IT ON DRUGS AND CRIME. THAT'S WHY OBUMMER AND HIS ANGRY ASS WIFE WILL NEVER DARKEN THE DOORS OF THE WHITE HOUSE.

If you were born in the United States, the color of your skin does not necessarily denote your heritage. Newsflash, if you were born in the United States: YOU ARE AN AMERICAN! Is he inacurately referring to Americans of dark color or is he referring to people that just recently immgrated from Africa?

Hey Jesse! Al Sharpton is waiting for you in the sandbox.

The good Rev.Jackson, stirring the pot of racism. Why no Presidential candidates in Jenna? 1) nobody in their right mind would associate with idiots or racists like jackson or sharpton. 2) guilty is guilty! Jackson must have read about Opra in the news so he has to show his face and attempt to pronounce big words in sentences that he doesn't even know what they mean.

Im still trying to figure out how he became a "Reverend" and what it is that makes him soo "reverent" . Doesn't he have an illegitmate kid ?

Talk about discrimination, if I satood up and said "he is acting like he's black" I would be ripped up one side and down the other. Jackson can get away with discrimination and no one says a word!!!!

People, please be patient with Jesse. Once, he was an influential man that was relevant. Recently he has lost his way. Like a great prize fighter, he does not know when to walk away.

I am black. I gave up on Jesse several year ago when he defended youths who had failed several grades and seldom attended class. They had started a fight at a game...Jesse rushed to their aid.

Democrats know that blacks will vote for them no matter what. Republicans also are aware of the blind loyalty. Blacks love Clinton, who was unable to find a qualified Afican-American to a high-ranking position. Yet, they hate Bush.

Jesse is a poverty-pimp that has loss touch. John Edwards has probaly promised him a ride on his jet.

Jesse and Al look for any opportunity to get on their soap box and scream "discrimination!!!". I believe they both want to keep racism alive and well becuase if it ever really went away they would have nothing to do with their time then.

Jesse, Al...please do the American people of all color a huge favor and GET A REAL JOB!!! and stop fostering the hate.

i am so sick of jesse jackson. everything is about race. without race issues he would be jobless which is why he will never let it die. he is the only one who keeps the black man down with insulting comments as though we are without education nor can get one. and without him the black man will go nowhere in life. if he wants to really help have all the funding of is rainbow organization back to the people as well as his rolex watches he own. we don't need his help. we can do it on our own!

Some of the comments that I am reading just blow my mind. The black population does have some issues that need to be addressed. This isn't to say that their issues are more important than others.. but they are certainly important on a national scale. Jesse Jackson may not be the best messenger but his message is dead on. As a nation, we are only as strong as our weakest link and black men especially in America have a lot of challenges to overcome. When we provide an environment for our black young people to lead strong and healthy lives, we all benefit. Hate the messenger but respect the message.

Chris, Akron Ohio:

It is shallow ans selfish comments like this that keep us from ever solving the problem of racism. You talk as is 100 years is a long time... it's not!

To make it worse, a mere 50 years ago segregation was *legal*. For most of us, that means either we – or our parents – were alive at that time.

Wake up. If you think this is not your responsibility because you "weren't there" you are living in a dream.

Martin Luther King Jr taught that when injustice affects the least of us – it affects us all.

But hey, it's a free country I guess, and you don't really *have* to care about anyone but yourself. How a person with any conscience could live that way I will never understand - but more power to you if that's the way you want to live.

Jesse Jackson needs to go crawl under a rock somewhere

Sick and Tired, TX: from the tone of your comment you may be surprised to hear that I agree with you on the oppression of women – women are in fact the *most* oppressed group in the world and this must be addressed.

But, I am saddened when I hear one person denying justice to another simply because they are "oppressed too."

How about a little "justice for all?"

Jesse and Al (Sharpton)...no one listens to you anymore. Keep up the great work...shaking down companies for money by threatening them with signs/protests...i'm sure Dr. King was all about that 'dream'.

Jesse...stop fathering bastard children through affairs you have with employees. Maybe that's why you love Bill Clinton so much. Aldultery loves company.

Democratic candidates have "always" ignored black people. They just use them to get elected, then go on their merry way!

African American issues? Get a helmet and get in the game Jesse! They are all addressing "American" issues. You don't hear us gripe about the candidates not addressing the issues of the caucasian race! We're all Americans, no matter what color/race we are... if you think you can do better Uncle Jesse... get in the game!

Absolutely ridiculous. Who in the world elected CNN to put forth the comments of maticulously and painstakingly tried and true morons. Jesse Jackson has his own agenda, which is his image. If you want to talk about issues, why don't you go back to some actual hard-hitting reporting rather than regurgitating the verbal vomit that comes from sycophants such as Jesse Jackson. His name makes me flinch. Grow up CNN.

When will they get it? Obviously Jackson doesn't since he's not in the situation any longer but he sure likes to perpetuate his only popularity, fame and income by playing it up. The whole issues behind the plight of African-Americans & urban poverty is because of the Democrats & their creation of the welfare system. The solution is simple – stay in school; do well in school; further your education by getting an advanced degree then prove your knowledge & worth in your career just like the rest of us do. Quit depending on the system, handouts & special favors or consideration via race.

It seems disgraceful and an affront to blacks that they are prepared to be represented by The Reverand Jackson. He seems to thrive fiscally very well by promulgating his agenda. In my view blacks are equal in every respect to whites. I disdain the lack of the pursuit of information avaalable to working class whites who opt not to review on a daily basis all of the available information.
Respectfully,
Jeffrey Fine

For all those who said that if a white man were accused of acting black there would be a riot, did you forget about our first "black" President - Bill Clinton?

As a black man myself, I am extremely disppointed with Obama.

Although half white, he calls himself a black candidate, but he has ignored the black people in his issues. He has used his skin color to gain personal benefits in getting to harvard university, to get into senate, and now running for president. Obama is a hyprocrite.

I'm unleashing my apathy on Jesse.

I'm grateful for what Jesse Jackson stands for and what he did back in the 60's with Dr. Martin Luther King. Helping my black race reach a new level in society. Making our voice be heard. But I'm a little dis-hearted of his comments about Obama saying he is acting like he's white. Mr. Jackson shame on YOU! You know better than that! You just proved the stereotype of black people. And that is always bitter and trying to bring one another down like crabs trying to get out of a bucket. Can't you see that Sen. Edwards is only using the black votes in his favor to get elected. When he does everything he said is out the window and you'll be on Larry King Live crying about how he didn't keep his promise. So Jesse help build not tear down a person. We need to stay positive about our black race not negative.

Jesse just looking for another Handout, Ask how many Afican Americans he help financialy over the years. Ask Jesse where he lives I know he doesn't live in my City
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He is doing more damage to the African Americans them they are doing to their selfs they have every opportunity out there but instead they have Babies and the Fathers are either missing or in Jail there are plenty that take avantage of the education and get out of the hood why can't the other

I take offense at the comment that he is acting like he is white! Just what do white people act like? If I said Edwards actted like he was black I'd be a racist. This is a two way street folks. So what do us white folks act like?

Bless his heart Jesse still hasn't learned to include all people when he talks about injustices,just Blacks.
Jesse and whats his name could make better use of their time

I find it puzzling how a man that cheated on his wife and fathered another child because of it supposedly believes so much in God and the Bible but has the nerve to critisize ANYBODY in this world. I'm sorry, but wasn't "Thou shalt not commit adultery" one of the Ten Commandments? That's called being a hypocrite, and he has lost all credibility with many people in this world, including myself.

Unbelievable, something Dems & Republicans finally agree on: Jesse Jackson please go away! He agrees with Edwards, but supports Obama because of race. By the way, I am still waiting for the apology to the Duke lacrosse players as well, but I guess if they were not from wealthy families up north, the girl in Durham never would have been a stripper.

did U ever notice Jesse hangs around black people, helps black people such as the "Durham accuser" who are "victimized" (NOT) and calls for bigger government, more government control and for the govt' to help black people . But he is divided when it comes to helping his fellow man who is not black. Apparently we're NOT all equal , nor do we all qualify for Jesse's help.

Plight? Get out of bed, go to school and get a job. Your "plight" will be over when you stop waiting for a handout and quit being violent.

Hey Jesse, looks like you don't have many supporters on this forum.

Go Duke Lacrosse!

Jesse claims that John Edwards is the only African American supporter, YET he's backing OBAMA. What does that say about Jesse? RACIST MUCH?

Jesse,

In today's America we working men and women all get the same deal. I'd agree that it's a lousy deal but it's not exclusively a black situation.
Why don't you start arguing for the rights and freedoms of all Americans? The majority of this country has gotten past this petty racist stuff and those who haven't are a dying breed.

Why does Jesse Jackson expect whites to take care of the African-American population. They should do as the white population and get out and work and pull themselves up and stop expecting hand-outs and have the way paved for them. The white population are the ones being discriminated against. We have to go to work everyday so we can pay our way. Jesse likes to keep the racial pot stirred and then blame it on our candidates and everyone else in this country. He needs to crawl back under his rock and stay there.

You're going after the wrong folks Jesse.

Guess Hillary, et al, forgot to kiss the might one's ring. Shame, shame. Where's his little buddy? Don't want to leave Al out of the limelight....

As I respect the intentions of Mr. Jackson and the need to address the poverty of this nation, his tactics, and comments, only lead to increased separation between races. We are all Americans and a line should not be drawn as he does when he says, "our votes". He is separating by race and not by the needs of individuals.

I think the time for racist Jesse Jackson is over. Obama is "acting white"? What does that mean? So is he saying that my Black friends are really my White friends? Or am I now Black because I have Black friends? Or should I just not have any friends of difference races, according to Jesse? We are all Americans and his continued diviseness is racist and ugly. We're all struggling and we need to be just Americans and stop being divided by race or religion or ethnicity. It's disgusting.

Does Jackson even work for a living or just shoot hid mouth off and expect everyone to support him? What has he done to improve anything except talk? It is about time, Jackson with the other big mouths work to improve the conditions and stop tellimg everyone else waht to do. Talk is cheap!

Dave in New York....
Women have been slaves to men in this country (or in all of humanity) A LOT LONGER than any race, color or creed. Women are left to raise children of men who run to greener pastures instead of facing and accepting their responsibility, women have been under-paid for the same jobs, women have been given less of a voice because men see women as weak. Don't talk to me about racism and discrimination....Women have been singing in that choir for centuries.

Justice was served with Jena 6, so why would a candidate get involved? You don't try to kill someone just because they made a symbolic gesture of hatred.

The Rev Jesse Jackson just needs to retire and go sit in a rocking chair and let it all go. I am so sick and tired of seeing him and Al Sharpton continue to slash out at anyone who is not totally committed to their beliefs. Get over it.

Jackson is hardly in any position to pass judgement on anyone! Adultery, lies,need I go on?! The guy is a loser and hypocrit. He is a disgrace to the human race.

Wheter you agree with him or not, Rev. Jackson is the conscience of Black America still. Black Americans are still followers of him in some respects. It is too bad that the Reverend feels the way he does about most of the candidates, but be assured that all the candidates will look at some of his recommendations and try to implement them in the best interest of Black America and all Americans.

Seriously is this guy even relevent anymore, sorry Jesse nobody is even listening to your racist views anymore.

Who is Jesse Jackson?

You say John Edwards cares and supports African American issues, yet you're voting for Obama. Now THAT sounds like racism.

Jesse Jackson and his comments are no longer relevant. He provides no leadership to his own community. He simply snipes and points out the shortcomings he "observes" in others. We will unfortunately have to listen to his grandstanding thoughout the campaign. Then he will once again submerge into obscurity until another perceived racial slight gives him something to blather about.

Jesse, get a real job and stop professing to be the voice of "black" America.

I cannot believe it, someone is actually talking about healing the wounds of slavery and racism. I mean slavery has not been legal for well over 100 years. I was not there and it is not my fault that people were forced into slavery, get over it! You were not slaves yourselves, get over it. Blacks have just as many rights, if not more because they are always playing the race card, than anyone else so get over it!!! Jesse Jackson is a moron. I have black friends and they can't stand him. Vote Clinton in '08.

This character has done more harm than good for our country. He spends his time trying to stir up fires wherever possible to get media coverage and has had no real positive contributions to our society.
He reminds me of what Lou Dobbs stated about George "W". "He is more like a character that came out of a Bonanza episode"!
Give us all a break!

Does this guy ever have anything positive to say about African-Americans? He's constantly equating African Americans with plight and poverty and 'catastrophe'. That guy sets back the race relations clock every single time he opens his mouth.

When will Jesse Jackson just go away? He causes more harm than good and does nothing but keep the country from moving forward...

As a young African American woman I am sick and tired of Jesse and Al thinking that they speak for the entire African American community. If people would just ignore them they will fade into oblivion. Now that I have gotten that off of my chest. To address some of you: To Rick in NY if you actually understand how some of the laws are written especially as far as Welfare Programs you would understand that the only way you can government support as a parent, the father cannot be in the home or provide support for it. And Matt in California, NO we aren't in different than you but dear step out of your vaccuum and understand that there are minority(black, hispanic, asian)issues that you(as a white man) will never understand.

GO AWAY...if you are not happy with the dems vote republican....you know they really really care about you and your concerns...it is sad to say but black people DO NOT need you to speak on their behalf...people do not like your message or support what you say...GO AWAY

Why exactly should a presidential candidate show up to a Jena 6 march? Symobolic hatred is A LOT LESS horrifying than actual physical violence. I don't agree with the guy who put up the noose, but I'll tell you what. I'll back that guy over the guy who tried to kill a guy. COME ON! Those African American kids lost all sympathy the minute they used their fists to physically beat someone. You don't kill someone because they offended you with a symbol! And shut up Jesse Jackson. You're an opportunistic attention monger.

I would like to point out Mr Jackson that it is not only the Blacks that are being forgot about it is the middle class as a whole.

I am so sick and tired of people like Jesse thinking his group is owed something others are not. Many of us, including myself, are working 3 jobs to make ends meet and to save our homes. No one gave us a home or education...we worked for it and are struggling to save it. I am a widow to young to retire hoping I can hang on to see the middle class come back. In the mean time, I don't have time to ask for anything, I need to go to work.

Typical desparate attention seeker: full of nonsense. I am undecided as yet who to vote for, but I KNOW what I hear and I have heard Hillary talk about Black American issues (especially women) for years! Does the 'Rev' think we're deaf, or just stupid? Shame on him...

I'm surprised to see so much venom in the comments against Jesse Jackson.

C'mon folks, this is America and he has a right to fight for and end to discrimination and racism.

what is wrong with people, that they don't believe racism is still a HUGE problem in our country?

I love America, and I want to see it healed from the wounds of slavery and racism. Mr. Jackson is only trying to bring about higher consciousness and a solution to the problems that we need to solve.

We would do well to hear him out, instead of acting with derision toward him.

Obama drops 9% in the past 10 days:

http://www.rasmussenreports.com/public_content/politics/election_2008__1/daily_presidential_tracking_polling_history

I a white and I know the priority of this country is out of line. I would think may be that is why we need to kill people like Kenneday. I strongly think instead of starting the flight to the moon or putting all our resources on global warming we should try and help the poor in this country,not meaning black poor but all poor people. I am glad Edward did and showed some backbone in his party. Without Jackson probably you could not have payed attention just like America hasn't in many years.

You know, for the most part I have respected what Rev. Jackson has done for civil rights and humanity as a whole, but one question really does come to mind: Where do you draw the line on fighting for the rights of the disadvantaged minority and being apart of a racist ideology? It goes without saying that if his comments about Sen. Obama are accurate,then they were highly inappropriate. Imagine if someone said a white person was acting black in the public spotlight. They would have been dismissed as racist and derrogatory towards the African American community. And this article quotes him as saying that the candidates will not reap "our" votes? Isn't that filled with racial overtones, that apparently 1)Rev Jackson is the spokesman for all blacks in the U.S. 2)that all black care about the same issues 3)all blacks are the same political party and 4)that he even has the right to claim that an race is to be given special considerations. It is understood that the white majority would get most of the attention, as it is the majority and thats not necessarily fair, but again can you imagine if Sen Edwards got up and said "Time to deal with issues for white people"?

sorry, cnn gods. My comment didn't get censored after all. I was just impatient. THANK YOU

I really respect Rev Jackson. If were not him black people could be ignored in this country and will not be heard. I think what he is saying here is, why are candidates campaigning in other states, florida, boston,Philadelphia and texas and not other places like Mississippi, lousiana or see African American clouds been cheered up? Are they not Americans or have issues to be addressed like global warming? I think I have heard about immigration which is latinos issue. Sometimes we need to sit back and be realistic! I am a white republican voting democrat and I think there are many people who Cnn pay attention to like former clinton adviser who is always on cnn. I don't see outrage with that. Mr. Jackson has a right to tell his story. Period!

Please Jesse, your mantra is getting old. Just shut up and go away. We all have issues. Black, white, Hispanic, middle class, poor, taxes, insurance, health. Be a real champion for ALL the people and ALL the issues like the candidates are trying to be.

There is some relevance to what Jackson is saying, but the Democrats can't drop whatever they're doing everytime they hear the world 'African-American' in the media and STILL expect to win elections. AND YES, I AM AN AFRICAN AMERICAN!

Person like Jesse Jackson is not suitable to be called Reverend. I know there are many, but Jesse is one of them. He is not only very hypocrite, arrogant, bad tempered, bossy, full of hatred, etc but also oftenly showing how racist he is. He likes to condemn other ethnics except black, always praise the black community and never praise other ethnic groups. What such a disgusting behavior.

Jesse proves once again that dinosaurs still do exist.

Why does he talk? Does he know that my generation doesnt even respect him as our black leader anymore? I think he spends too much of his time talking to the communities that will never research Barack Obama and his policies for urban America. My question to jesse jackson is what has he done for urban America?

And what's wrong with "acting like he's white." Jesse, go away until after the elections because you're not helping Obama.

Why is cnn censoring comments again? Oh well , my point was Jesse Jackson isn't about leadership through example and he isn't about empowering people through personal accountability. He's about looking at successful people who whether by luck or hard work have become wealthy and saying I want what you have for my people, and Im going to use the GOVERNMENT to make it happen.

Vote conservative !

Rev Jackson just needs to recruit Oprah into his daily plight's, then the people might stand up and listen!

Has this guy even considered who is the best candidate for the job? Seems to me he is putting his vote on Obama based race alone. This should come as no surprise to anyone however; Jesse and Al and their ilk need to keep a strong racial divide to sustain their very existence. The WORST thing that could happen is that all Americans get along, thus eliminating the need for their opinions. Keep slammin Jesse. The Dem's need ya.

Poverty has no color! People are people, Jesse Jackson is an idiot.

Dear Jesse and Al,

You're both friggin IDIOTS!
You're hurting the blacks in this country more than anyone or anything else ever has! The only reason you guys are constantly running around causing trouble is because neither of you can get real jobs....MORONS!

Oh and yea......SHUT UP!

Good for you Jesse! He's basically saying you can't expect our vote unless you're prepared to pay for it with cash. Not surprising, considering that the Democrat Party has promised just that for all these years. Nothing new here. Only problem is the Democrats promise isn't helping matters, it's only hurting them.

Keep raceism alive,start a riot, follow Jessie Jackson... how does the guy call him self a reverend.

I wish Jesse Jackson would keep his big mouth shut. I don't see what he has done for blacks, either. He actually advocated letting black children speak a ghetto language while his children went to some of the best private schools.

One sad thing is that about the only result of the Jena situation was the cutting down of a tree. I am still trying to equate the stupid display of a noose with the intentional kick to someone's head. Forgive my insensitivity.
I wish Jesse Jackson would talk of the issues of jobs and education and healthcare but apparently those are "white issues."

Is it me or is Barack Obama under constant sabotage by Jesse Jackson? Every major endorser for any campaign consults with the candidate privately first. What exactly is he aiming to achieve without even the courtesy to consult with the Obama campaign before making outlandish accusations? If South Carolina wasn't as important in the Democratic primary as it is this year, this would be an endorsement that Obama could easily stand lose. A Jackson endorsement pays dividends there, and there only.

Before Jesse "unleashes" on the Democrats, he needs to come clean about how he holds Wall Street hostage with the race card – then they cut him a check and he is forever silent on the issue afterwards.

I'm all for calling people out, but not when you're benefitting from the call outs and those who you identified as victims, continue to be victims.

FYI, Coretta Scott King was disgusted by Jesse after MLK died because she believed he used MLK's death as his personal stepping stone. Once upon a time, Jesse Jackson used to be relevant, and there are ways to continue being relevant, but unfortunately, for Jesse, he used those methods to become nothing more than a corporate extortionist.

This is the most ridiculous thing I have ever heard. How can you say African Americans are forgotten. They have nice homes, nice cars, college educations, good jobs. If you want nice material things you have to work for it. That goes for African AmericansY, whites, and any other color. Jesse why don't you preach and stay out of politics. The blacks and whites get along fine until you get involved. All you do is spread hate and discontent. You are the one prejudish. You people get up and call us names like white honkies, crackers, and all sorts of nasty comedians talk about us. How about your Mayor in New Orleans saying he was going to make that a chocolate city? Was that not discrimating ? I think it was. Like I say you are very discrinating yourself.

"catastrophic crisis that engulfs the African-American community" Wow, where have I been.

Leave it to the race pimp Jackson himself to try to hold down his own people by making the candidates commit to "giving" impoverished more stuff.

Please Bill Cosby, if you are out there please tell Jesse that this is not the best way to deal with the plight of African-Americans.

Dear Rev. Jackson,

The Democrats ignore your community because they can get away with it. Your community's blind devotion to the Democrats, regardless of what they do, is the sole reason for being ignored. If you ever decided to get a brain and approach other political groups with your votes, then maybe you'd get something back. This is politics. It is not some morality play. Grow up and USE your power instead of whining about it.

Shut up Jesse. You are the ultimate racist.

Roberta of Sarasota, there was a lot of criticism of Jackson for saying "obama is acting white" you must have missed it. He had to step away from that ridiculous comment. Jackson and Sharpton are so one-dimensional, divisive and outdated in their vision. They are not showing good leadership. The African Americans I know, including myself, do not subscribe to their extreme views or methods.

Jackson seems incapable of seeing anything beyond the color of someone’s skin. He freely admits that Edwards was the only candidate that had a plan to deal with the plight of African-Americans as part of his platform yet continues to support Obama. The color of a person’s skin (or their gender) should not be the basis used to determine the best candidate for the presidency.

great another 6 billion program that will probably cost 10 billion or more. Just who do they (the govt) expect to pay for this. Jessie, wake up govt handouts are not the way to a bright future. Only a persons character and self determination can do that. If you want socialism and more and more social programs, move to France, last time i checked things are going great there.

Ah the "Reverend" is at it again... Why, again, are African-Americans so different from the rest of us? Oh wait- they aren't. If Jesse Jackson is complaining about specifically African-Americans not being talked about enough yet, as hopefully most of us do, sees them on an equal footing with everyone in America, why do they get special attention?? There aren't "white issues", etc... Oh and since when did being white become a problem? When should "acting like he's white" ever be bad?? If someone said "Acting like he's black", Jackson, Sharpton and the NAACP would be all over that faster than you can say "hypocrisy". Thanks again, Reverend, for proving your iddiocy and irrelevance

Mad at Obama for "acting white".... he's just as much white as he is black, he's mixed.

Jesse Jackson is such a hypocrite, he might as well get his own show on msnbc. Out of one side of his mouth he supports Barack Obama (hint: because he's black) and the other side he commends a different candidate for being the only one with a clear agenda to address poverty (unfortunately, said candidate is white). Mr. Jackson should stop trying to acheive the symbolic "first black president", and side with the candidate who is most closely aligned with his stated priorities. As a side note, I wonder what JJ would have to say if Chuck Norris said Mike Huckabee is "acting like he's black"?

Nothings ever good enough is it?

Makes me sick.

Why does CNN pay any attention to this media attention starved gasbag? There is real news to cover out there.

i cannot at all see myself supporting barak's candidacy for the presidency. i believe he is a set up and a plant by the republicans and they throw in that good looks mess to cover the real white republican agenda. bama is being used and is a tool and is totally unable to see it himself,therefore we have to make him see it ourselves

At some point, the media will realize that Jackson and Sharpton are not 'black leaders' and do not represent 'the black community'. African Americans are not a monolithic entity in this county any longer. We are not all any one thing except of African descent. Anytime something happens that involves an African American, the media runs to Sharpton and Jackson. Who appointed them as spokesmen? Nobody I know, and certainly no one in my generation. To the media at large and certain members of society at large: stop being lazy in your opinions of African Americans. Jackson and Sharpton do not represent us as a whole anymore than rappers and athletes do. We are as varied in this society as any other group, so the next time you need an opinion, don't get it from the same old attention seekers.

I find it interesting, as I see others do as well, that Rev. Jackson, like so called Rev. Sharpton ( a proven bigot and liar ) only comes out when the cameras are rolling. ( I too am awaiting that apology to the Duke University students !)It is true, the cities are a mess and there are many issues affecting the black community. BUT, I sense it is about time to belay this segregationist rhetoric and talk about Americans ! Maybe then and only then will some real progress be made

http://www.csmonitor.com/2007/1108/p09s01-coop.html

"Blacks must Drop Victimhood and Reclaim Dignity"

by Bill Cosby and Dr. Alvin F. Poussaint

published by Christian Science Monitor, November 8, 2007 edition.

"Who's taking care of the white poverty problem, or is there no such thing?
We can be sure this problem will be ignored by Hillary Clinton. Her major objective is to "beat" the GOP.

Posted By Ahtram, Oakton, Virginia : November 27, 2007 10:42 am"

Yeah sure, maybe by electing a president who is African American, you'll solve the white poverty problem!

Hillary is concerned to 'beat' the GOP because they contribute to the problem. Don't you get it?

Jesse please be quiet. No one is listening to your rant and rave. Go silently into the sunset or whatever hole that will keep you from bringing attention to yourself. Don't go away mad, just go away, you ambulance chaser and womanizer!

Jesse should shut up.

Posted by Rick – Maryland. "I'm getting tired of people like Jackson who's a complete joke and Ophra playing the race card. I'm sorry but the entire world isn't black." You forgot to mention Obama and Michelle. They are guilty as well.

Posted By Rick Maryland : November 27, 2007 10:31 am

Funny how Jesse Jackson and Al Sharpton are always first in line to complain, but I never see them putting their shoulder to the wheel to actually accomplish anything. More armchair quarterbacks without the chutzpah to back it up. What hypocrites!

I love Hillary,....no just kidding,I just wanted to see what I had to say to get posted on here after having posted 10 spots and each got censored.They were clean posts but I guess CNN DOES NOT BELIEVE IN HEARING The TRUTH!

yeah.. why do we have to mention the black community.. whats done is done for Americans.. There are poor hispanic people in the inner cities, dont here them pissing and moaning. There are more poor white people who live in rural areas then there are blacks in the inner city so what is the govt. going to do for them!
Bottom line Jesse.. you work hard, take advantage of govt. grants, education.. things dont just get handed out... he is useless!

What does "Acting Like He's White" mean? Just another black man who hates white people. Jesse Jackson is just another common racist who keeps racism in this country alive for his own personal agenda.

Jesse Jackson, like his pal Al Sharpton, is racist of the first order and any comments made by him should be given no coverage and no creedance,

Dem's aren't ignoring the black vote. They just realize that they don't have to work anymore to get them. Their focus will increasingly be on the hispanic vote. That's not rascist, just politics.

Like always. Jackson is counter productive to his own movement. Of course BRIBES come nto play. He looks to be a sabotuer, for the d's and Sen Obama.

If he would talk about the plight of poor people in america, as opposed to ONLY african americans, I might be with the guy. He hurts his own cause.

Living in DK's district, I am very happy that he has resolved all of our problems and is running for the highest office. He will be sorely missed by all of his local constituents. His plan for utopia is nothing but genius. Gotta love that Department of Peace!

well i dont agree with jesse on most everthing – but clearly here he is right!

I work full time, attend college part-time. I am on time to both everyday. I am having a hard time paying for health insurance and my tuition and books. Gas is thru the roof. The city and county have raised my personal property taxes again. The company I work for posted record profits in the 3rd quarter. I got a raise but they took more money out of our backpay to backpay health insurance I already paid for. The CEO and top tier of our company cashed millions in bonuses. I feel ignored lets hold a press conference.

Where is Jesse Jackson when there are drive by shootings where the blacks are killing each other over drugs and gang issues!!! SHUT UP ALLREADY !!

the only thing I want to hear from this piker Jesse Jackson is that he is fed up with America and is leaving and moving to africa to take up the plight of those in that country, they could use a voice like his to help them...so please Jesse feel free to go, we will make it with out you. The only one you have helped is yourself and that phoney Al Sharpton.

The Dems have been ignoring them for over 40 years.

Why does Mr. Jackson's every second thought read as "African American"? Back in the melting pot era of the early 1900's Presidents Theodore Roosevelt and Woodrow Wilson took a bi-partisan stance that there were no 'Italian-Americans', 'Welsh Americans' or 'Chinese Americans' but we were in fact all 'Americans'. Americans with ancestry in Africa have been on this continent basically as long as Americans with European ancestry, why are they then 'segregated' by Mr. Jackson as "African Americans" instead of 'Americans'? I don't believe he considers the discriminating candidates he refers to in the article as 'European Americans'.

"try naming anything any Republican has done for a minority." - jw, canadian,ok

It's call the Emancipation Proclamation there jw and it was written by, Abraham Lincoln, the very first republican. Republicans have always wanted equality to mean exactly that, equal rights for all. It was the Union army that was led by a republican commander and chief..

A simple review of history shows that the Dixiecrats supported the union’s split and separation by race. Just ask grand wizard Robert Bird. You see, it is the democrats that have proven themselves to be users of race and religion as hate tools to achieve political goals.

Where has that donkey taken you Al and Jesse? Will you blame it when you finally realize the social dead end it has brought to the American black family??

Do you agree with Jesse Jackson that all the Democratic presidential candidates are ignoring African-American issues except former Sen. John Edwards?

http://www.youpolls.com/details.asp?pid=1101

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Why do they keep giving Jesse Jackson and Al Sharpton the opportunity to speak, all they do is keep stiring up Racism.

This guy will exploit race until he's dead. It's the only way for this lousy excuse for a human being to make money. While most in the country are trying to move forward in a race-neutral way, this scumbag continues to drag everyone backward. Black voters should be insulted when he uses "our votes" to describe the thoughts of an entire race. He's truly a joke and shouldn't be featured as credible in the mainstream media.

Most of the people that have offered their thoughts clearly have no clue about constituency politics. African Americans do represent a unique constituency because we have a unique history in this country, which in turn creates unique issues which require unique solutions. Rev. Jackson is correct in stating these candidates are not addressing these issues, and they do so at their own peril. There may not be much risk of a mass defection to the Republican Party, but their innattention could certainly produce apathy come next November, and Democrats can ill afford that!

Jesse and Reverend Al:

There are three, former, Duke lacrosse players who are waiting to hear from both of you........

...and when do you, two, begin to excoriate the alleged victim there?!

Jesse still has some pull among African-Americans especially in some southern states. I do applaud Jesse for his involvement in the Civil Rights movement and politics in general. But its time for Jesse to let go! Jesse can no longer claim to be the voice of "black" america. All the Democratic candidates are proposing policies that include all Americans. It is up to the state and local politicians to work at organizing state plans for successful implementation, be it education or social services. Instead of Jesse pushing at the state and local levels of government as well as gaining grass-roots support, Jesse is still trying to be relevant on a national level by accusations and catch phrases. He is too full of himself to realize this.

Jesse is like a nightmare that you never wake up from. As soon as you close your eyes.....there's the monster again. Why is he still using the term "African American". I don't call myself American Indian-Amercian. And think how bad the American Indians have gotten the shaft over "Afican-Americans". Can't we all just be Americans with the same agenda....To help out the less fortunate Americans?

And to JW Canadian who asked to name one republican that has ever done anything for the black community....

Here's one....President Abraham Lincoln was a Republican.

Sorry to say, Jesse, but your 15 minutes were up several years ago.

All you're doing now is hurting your son's chances to advance within the party.

Jesse Jackson does not "back" Obama. He said he would vote for him because they are neighbors. He has said repeatedly that he is not officially endorsing him as a candidate.

ummmmm....yeah....tell me, how is it you can "fight racism" when your whole platform is racist and serves to further divide people?

To Joe, from Boston: learn how to spell (e.g.it's Sharpton, not 'Sharpten'; it's hypocrite, not 'hypocrit).

You're welcome.

Jesse...you are no longer relevant to any issues in America, a country you love to hate. You are a hipocrit and a scam artist who scams the blacks for your on gain, people have wised up to you Jesse so go away...make sure you continue sending the child support....Get on the Ron Paul bandwagon...Ron needs the cash for his campaign.
{Please excuse the spelling, as there is no spell check in this comment window...CNN is to cheap to supply one} maybe Jesse can rattle the Dems on this issue too.}

Well, I'm so glad that poverty is now only a 'Black' problem. I think I should now go and tell all the Whites and Hispanics in the nearby communities that they are not in poverty, since only Blacks are.

This is the problem that faces Blacks in America today. Pandering, lies, and racism from their so called leaders like Sharpton and Jackson. Its not poverty, violence, unemployment, or lack of education / opportunities. These problems know no bounds, no race is immune to them.

These people are separatists, not looking for equal rights. If they want to be a divisive as they are, take their followers and go so that the rest of us can collaborate and work together on solutions to these problems.

JUST SHUT UP, JESSE !

their are more than just blacks in poverty the whites are to get over yourself jesse.........

Jackson, Sharpton, and Oprah are all racists, no other words to express what they do.

More propaganda from on outright racist called Jesse Jackson.

I'm a Liberal, a civil rights advocate, affirmative action supporter, and, more topically, a condemner of the treatment the Jena Six have received– in terms of both the racial intimidation they faced at school and the draconian sentence that they received for dealing out a well-deserved beating.

However, it's pretty hard to take an anti-semitic "civil rights leader" like Jackson seriously. Ditto Al Sharpton and Louis Farrakhan. In fact, the rampant anti-semitism among black leadership and some segments of the black community makes me sick.

Agreed!!!

I think Jesse's time is–and has been up. I also like the comments on here today.

Not a lot of racism, just pure truth. Frankly, I can't believe it, but it's great. Persons are starting to understand that injustice PERIOD, regardless of race, is WRONG. Yes, all races are struggling– Caucasian, African-American, Hispanic, etc. Poverty, lay-offs, and a bad economy are not issues experienced by one race.

Oh, and to the ignorant comment about how "white people have their own party[GOP], go start your own"– that is simply stupidity. Folks, do you know how many African Americans voted for Bush in 2004? Do your homework before spewing this nonsense. Unfortunately, that was one of the reasons he won–Evangelical, African-American Christians.

Take care.

Wallace

Yet another useless rant from the country's number one ambulance chaser. We are tired of your empty rhetoric Jessie. Get a job! You don't speak for us.

Yet 95% + will march in lock step to the polls next November to vote for whatever quasi-socialist the Democrats decide to nominate.

Blacks are being ignored again? Come on!
Now you are going to march on LaSalle street because of "unscrupulous mortgage lenders"?, yet you complained how blacks were unable to receive loans a few years back...which is it, higher rates for people that don't have good credit ratings or couldn't afford a regular loan, don't pay their bills? Fannie May and the NAACP joined forces to get blacks and minorities their loans. People of all races make choices, we all make our own beds...
Next what, you're going to bring up family values again? By the way, how is your illegitimate child the media never brings up, or have you been to "hymie town lately"? Made any apologies to anyone latelor ever?
We are all so tired of you, how about getting a real job or you can just work for your sons that have control of "the beer contracts" in Chicago....
Why does the media give you a platform?

Ignoring blacks??
WHAT A JOKE.
How can you ignore blacks when they're IN YOUR FACE all the time.
History Month
Black TV
Black Howard University
GROW UP AND STOP WHINING

Always the victim. Preach victimhood and that is all you shall become.

The Chicago Tribune has thousands of job listings for which people in poverty can qualify. Every Sunday there's another wave of the thousands of jobs listed. But Jesse Jackson's answer isn't "get a job" , it's "let the government take care of you." Democratic candidates would continue the tradition of ripping off the hard-working taxpayers to increase the welfare doles. That's why we need a new conservative to show that education, strong family ties and personal responsibility is the key to bringing people out of poverty, not lifelong hand-outs.

The more we have these complaints about "black people", the further it segregates our cultures. If people like Jesse Jackson would keep quiet, we would probably start to see some of those social barriers come down. The race card is old and boring, and I think it's because it's not an issue. The issue is not about race here, it's about poverty and crime. Stop using black people as the face of poverty and crime, and maybe we might see some progress!

Jessie is upset because He can NEVER be president!

I am glad someone called out Obama about his recent inability to take a hard stand on anything. I am a little bothered by the fact that he applauded John Edwards for his "kickoff" in LA. Though a noble gesture, it doesn't really do anything special, other than make him look good.

I only wish that he had pointed out the billions spent on what is now generating Iraqi poverty that could have been donated to reduce US poverty.

He is at it again, When thousands of African Americans marched in protest in Jena, Louisiana they came by bus why didn't he have those same buses show up during Katrina...he & Al hurts this country...I guess if you have a kid out of wed lock it helps to have money like Jesse....Thanks Jimmy Austin tx

I mean, what, exactly, is the government supposed to DO? How can the government (or the current candidates) make them stop shooting each other, and stop robbing from everyone, and stop fathering kids indiscriminately with no means or intention of supporting or "parenting" them, and start saving money instead of blowing it on frivolous bling, and start focusing on education, and start abandoning the pervasively misogynistic, self-destructive, and violence-prone subculture?

so john edwards is acting black? Is that what Rev. Jessie is saying? MLK must be turning in his grave as every principle he held dear is twisted and exploited by someone from his inner circle. To quote Dr King, " Judge people by the content of their character, not the color of their skin"

When will people stop listening to the likes of Jesse Jackson. He and others like him (both Black and White) only make statements to keep themselves in the limelight. Whether it be Al Sharpton/Al Sharpton or Ann Colter/Bill Oreilly it is the same. They capitalize the moment and try to use it to put money in their pockets
When will we stop being divide and be ONE Country. It is the only way to survive

Jackson is focusing his anger in the wrong direction. If you have a African American within striking range of becoming the Presidential candidate & this is still an issue that speaks more to the fault of Obama than anyone else. He needs to hold Obama's feet to the fire. Blacks sgould look at that before they vote.

Get over Black issues it ets old hearing about people complainging about people treating Blacks badly.

So Jesse can accuse Obama of "acting white" and no one raises an eyebrow. If anyone ever accused a white of "acting black," Jesse and Al would be out there fanning the flames to start riots, demanding that person's job and a punitive payment. The two of them ought to be ignored. No two were more irrelevant than Jesse and Al. They are a good example of how and why racism remains today.

As much as I respect Rev. Jesse Jackson, the African American community needs to start caring about ourselves before we ask others.

The President is not the President of the minority but the President of America. Yes, the President should not ignore the middle class and low income but until we fight back as a community but more importantly as citizens, we will continue to "ignored".

A big reason may be that there are not large populations of African Americans in Iowa or New Hampshire, which are the only states on the candidates' minds right now.

When he's he going to protest an injustice done to a white or Hispanic person? Do injustices only happen to black people?

Jesse Jackson needs to realize that with accusations such as this he no longer can claim status as a respected voice of mediation between the African-American community and public officials. Bill Clinton famously denounced certain fringe African-American "activists" in '92 and it proved to be a brilliant move. Hopefully, the Democratic nominee (Go Barack!) will do the same. Mr. Jackson is in effect harming the African-American community by making outrageous claims such as this. Leave this nonsense to Kanye West.

Why doesn't he endorse Edwards if he thinks Edwards is the only Democratic candidate speaking for the Black population? Why is he endorsing Obama? This guy makes no since! It's kind of funny actually.

But in all seriousness everyone who posted have made some good points. That this guy needs to go away, that this guy segregates this country by using the microphone that CNN should not give him, that this guy is in need of getting so much attention and is jealous because we now have other black leaders such as Obama who does not reflect Jackson's ideologies.

And yes, I, too am still waiting for the apologies to the Duke students that Jackson and Sharpton so ruthlessly hurt their reputations and honestly could have potentially forced those kids in prison for something they did not do. Both these "Reverends" spit out hate evertime they speak.

Exactly what was accomplished in the Jena march? The "plight" of African Americans needs to start in the home and there wouldn't be Jena marchs. We as African Americans must stop blaming others for our problems. We must learn when, where and how to fight our battles. Our black churches are financially strong enough to make significant contributions for change in our communities. If we can build churches, why can't we build our communities; many that don't have grocery stores but a church on every corner. Our pastors and pastors families live in mansions, drive rolls royces, own airplanes and travel the world $$$$. Criticizing democratic candidates is not the answer.

Give me a break. It's about time the candidates start looking at the whole picture and not be swayed by the Jesse Jackson and Al Sharptons of the world, who do not have the interests of our entire country in their minds.
Take a look around–we have big problems to deal with. Maybe people should start taking responsibility for their lives and stop looking for handouts.

Jesse I'm black and a Dem who grew up in a poor neighborhood! Jesse please SHUT UP! I am also a strong Obama supporter! He needs to dump you! You are not helping blacks by putting down someone who can build us up mentally. WE ARE TIRED OF THE VICTIM CRAP! Jesse GO AWAY! PLEASE! CNN Please stop it and bury this nonsense! WE all know CNN hates Obama! WE are not stupid!

Obama at least gets some good news from the latest general election poll that has him leading Republicans (though he is tied with Giuliani), even crushing some of them! Link.

Jesse:

Get over it. The "plight" of the African American in this country is no different that that of the white man, the yellow man or the red man. You are always crying about division in this country, but you seem to seperate yourself, using these created titles such as "African American". Were you born in the USA? Were you parents born here? Unless you are a naturalized citizen that has come here from Africa, I believe that you are just a plain old American. If that is an insult to you...one of your freedoms is the ability to leave! If being a plain old American is an insult, I'm sorry you feel that way. I don't believe that candidates should address specific groups of people because that, to me, is discrimination. They need to have the interest of the "American People" as a whole in mind.

Oh...by the way...you made such a big "to-do" about the Duke Players, and guess what! It was the "African-American" woman that lied...now, I don't see you on TV apologizing to these innocent white men! I can guarantee you that if the tables were turned, and someone that was white was all over TV accusing a black person of a crime, and it turned out that the black person was innocent, you would have your face ALL OVER THE PLACE demanding a public apology....well Jessee, We're waiting!!!!!

GET OVER IT!!!!!

Why does CNN give this guy any credence?

How would you like the candidates to address poverty? Everything from affirmative action to just plain handout for blacks in America? Poverty is not just a black issue; it affects blacks, whites, latinos and every other race. Instead of demanding the government fix all of this issue, how about trying to work hard, get educated and help yourself.

Please stop giving this man a forum.

Posted By Ellis, NY, NY : November 27, 2007 10:28 am

After they stop giving a forum to Pat Robertson and James Dobson – two of the sorriest excuses for human beings of all time.

There he goes again... Jesse is missing the campaign trail but nobody's campaign is missing him. He's old news before print deadline.

Of course the Democratic candidates are generally ignoring the black voters. Why bother courting a constituency that will vote for the winner, whoever it is. The effort is to pull in swing voters. Edwards is using the black vote as a strategy but will quickly ignore them if he is nominated. Then the goal will be to pull in the general population. What need is there to kowtow to a group which will deliver a 90% vote.

IT IS TIME THAT THE AFRICAN AMERICAN FAMILY TAKE RESPONSEBILITY FOR OUR OWN PLIGHT IN THIS COUNTRY RACE IS NOT THE PROBLEM! IGNORANCE IS AND A LACK OF EDUCATION! IT IS NOT THE WHITE MAN WHO CAUSE YOUNG BLACK TEENS TO GIVE BIRTH TO CHILDREN THEY CANT TAKE OF NOR ARE THEY THE REASON BEHIND BLACK DEAD BEAT DADS AND FATHER LESS CHILDREN IN THIS COUNTRY! BARACK OBAMA IS RIGHT EDUCATION IS THE ONLY SOLUTION TO THIS PROBLEM AS WELL AS THE RACE RELATIONS IN THIS COUNTRY! WE ALL BREATHE AIR AND NEED TO DRINK WATER AND EAT HEATHLY FOOD TO LIVE IN THIS WORLD! IT DOESNT MATTER IF YOU ARE BLACK WHITE BROWN YELLOW RED! I BELIEVE BARACK OBAMA HAS THE SKILL AND INTELLIGENCE TO BRING ABOUT CHANGE AND UNITE THIS COUNTRY AS ONE!

Rev. Jackson and Sharpton need to get over themselves. The biggest issues that are troubling today's African American community are the same as those troubling the white, Asian, and Hispanic communities.
Health care for the young and the elderly, the constant battle with improving upon the education system, upgrading this country's infrastructure, and maintaining credibility in the global arena are the priorities that are at the forefront of this election year. Not one of those issues has a lick to do with race. The way the two of you conduct yourselves is no better than the Westboro Baptist Church. Hell, I'm still waiting on on Al Sharpton's apology for his anti-semitic remarks/generalizations that he made back in 1991... I have a strong inclination that I won't ever hear it.

Hi dee ho, here we go. Jessie just cannot stay out of the limelite. Everyone is going thru hardships right now, black and white.

Jackson decries "entrenched racism", yet he chides Obama for "acting like he's white."

Is he saying that black Americans only problem are white people? Is he saying that only black Americans can provide solutions to black people in America?

Character counts, color does not. I certainly hope that black Americans don't feel that Jackson speaks to their character.

Jesse Jackson is irrelevant. His opinions ought to simply be ignored by CNN. Civil Rights advocates like Jackson merely prolong the enmity between people of different races, contrary to their intentions.

Here we go again, Jesse Jackson bellyaching over the plight of Black America and why the world is not paying attention. Presidential candidates must consider ALL of America not just the needs and wants of a minority group. I am an African American woman and frankly I am tired of seeing demagogues like Rev. Jackson blaim the world for the plight of African Americans when the majority of problems stem from a 70% birth rate of children to young single mothers, and a 50% high school drop out rate of African American males. Instead of pointing to politicians maybe we need to point to the African American community itself, making better decisions and choosing to take advantages of the opportunities our parents and grandparents fought for.

I don't even listen to what Jesse has to say. He is a racist to the greatest degree. I he would spend his time and energy in a positive way it could make a difference. He just wants to turn blacks against whites and draw attention tom himself while living off black supporters money. He and Sharpton are two peas in a pod all they do is stir up anger in whites as well as blacks. They live and thrive off controversy.

It's wonderful that Jesse Jackson and John Edwards have addressed the black poverty problem.

Who's taking care of the white poverty problem, or is there no such thing?

We can be sure this problem will be ignored by Hillary Clinton. Her major objective is to "beat" the GOP.

I really think that all these black civil rights leaders need to shut up. I am an african american woman and they are making me sick speaking for everyone. This is what is wrong with this country today. We are soo segregated that we need a canidate to preach to BLACKS ONLY. How about every family that is in poverty and stress that needs aid not just blacks. They are making me utterly sick

Soooo, do you support Edwards then? Why would you back Obama if you agree with Edwards?

My interpretation of Jackson's comments are that no democrat is sharing their photo op time with Jackson.

blah, blah, blah.....

not even the african-american community listens to this boffun anymore, why is CNN paying attention to him??????

I am ignoring Jackson and Sharpton as I find their comments generally divisive and unproductive. I note that I have been working since I was 15, and neither one of these bums has ever worked for a living, not a single day of their lives.

Jesse if you'd just shut up maybe people would take your issues seriously.

The Democratic Party and it's candidates most likely are tired of being hijacked by ths whiney little portion of the population. Dems lose elections because they pander to clowns like Jesse Jackson.

Let's all do America a favor and ignore Jesse Jackson!!!!!

Nah....this jerk is just ticked off because he is being ignored as irrelevant...which he most certainly is. He should save his breath for breathing, not proving how stupid he is.

jackson needs to go fly a kite. He and Sharpton keep racism alive and well in this country. Is it not racist that he says Obama is acting white? Hey Jessie that is your name right? Not Martin Luthor!

I'm getting tired of people like Jackson who's a complete joke and
Opra playing the race card.
I'm sorry but the entire world isn't
black.

Sorry Ms Jackson.

Create your own party then. The whites did... it is called GOP.

Why don't YOU get into the race Jesse? Not that you'd win, but put your money where your mouth is! P.S. Have you publicly apologized to the Duke lacrose team yet? You certainly owe them a BIG one.

Wrong again Rev. Do you ever wonder why no one pays any attention to you? You and Bush are alike in one way, every time you open your mouth, you say something stupid.
Instead of slamming Democrats, try naming anything any Republican has done for a minority.

If I am not mistaken, all the proposals and ideas that I am hearing from the candidates are for ALL Americans, that would include African Americans. Poverty and crime effects all races! And I am African-American, or you can say (and I prefer) I am an American!!

"African-American issues"?????
Why are the issues they are concerned about different thatn other Americans? Are African-Americans not concerned about the economy, the war, jobs, education, and health care?

The Democrats can ignore African-Americans because they are 100% assured that at least 90% of African-Americans will vote for whomever the Democrat nominee is next year.

Democrats know African-Americans will always vote Democrat no questions asked.

Please stop giving this man a forum.

shut up

No Jesse, they are just ignoring you, because you are cancer to anyone's campaign because you have made a fool of yourself enough to alienate your own self from the black community you so adamantly claim to represent when in reality, they are embarassed of you and your buddy Al Sharpton. Please, just ride off into the sunset quietly and please try not to screw this up for Obama or Edwards you attention whor...... uh. slu..... no. dang. floozy!

Please Jesse go away! You have had your time and now it's time for others to lead. The black population is not the only group in this country.

Democrats are speaking about all people not just blacks when it comes to healthcare, social security, immigration reform, etc.

Get over yourself!

By the way, whatever happened to the apologies to the Duke students who you and Rev. Sharpten marched against and declared them guilty? I know I'm still waiting for that apology to those kids. You're a hypocrit!

Jesse must be bored.