Click here to watch Dr Boyce Watkins of Syracuse University on CNN American Morning with Dr. Michael Fauntroy
Wednesday, July 29, 2009
Tuesday, July 28, 2009
Rev. Jackson, Sharpton, Watkins, Ogletree Meet to Discuss Gates
Click here to listen to Rev. Jesse Jackson, Al Sharpton and Dr. Boyce Watkins (Syracuse University) talk with Harvard Law Professor, Charles Ogletree
Deborah Stroman: Is Higher Ed a Right or a Privilege?
by Dr. Deborah Stroman
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Get Real! That’s my kind response to the critics of the National Collegiate Athletic Association’s (NCAA) recent academic reform policy that eliminates the minimum SAT and ACT scores for admission. This well-thought out and crafted course of action finally gives colleges the academic freedom and independence to do what they do best – make decisions as to which students they want on their particular campus. Not the NCAA, the athletic leagues, or any other sport-related governing body has the right to tell an academic institution who is most deserving of the opportunity to sit in their classrooms and learn. Although our country promotes a spirit of education for all, the reality is that higher education is for the privileged. And those with the financial resources receive more access and resources. With a wink and a nod though, the student-athlete can oftentimes bypass this necessity if one possesses the talent to throw a tight spiral or shoot a silky-smooth jumper.
Monday, July 27, 2009
Anderson Cooper Speaks with Dr. Boyce Watkins – 7/25/09
Dr Boyce Watkins of Syracuse University and Anderson Cooper discuss the case of Harvard Professor, Henry Louis Gates. Click here to watch the video!
Your Black News: Montel Williams and Dr. Boyce Watkins Discuss Henry Louis Gates
Dr Boyce Watkins of Syracuse University spoke with TV and radio show host Montel Williams on Monday. The conversation focused on race and racial profiling. They are going to also speak on financial advice in the future.
Sunday, July 26, 2009
Roland Martin, Boyce Watkins Talk Gates
COOPER: Professor Watkins, do you believe this is an issue about race, or do you think this is an issue of two people with -- with big egos or clashing egos?
WATKINS: I think that the answer is that we don't know.
And that is the problem, that we were making bandwagon assumptions based on things we didn't know. Look, either Sergeant Crowley violated procedure or he didn't. If he did violate procedure, he either violated it because Skip Gates was black or for some other reason.
But the truth is that we can't read this man's mind. And, so, the truth -- the reality is that this could have happened to someone of another ethnicity, potentially, particularly when you look throughout Sergeant Crowley's record.
And I assume that he wouldn't be teaching classes on racial sensitivity if he had a record of arresting black men for no reason. Now, I'm not trying to say that this did not happen in this case. I'm not anybody is a liar.
But what I'm saying is that we can't use this case as a -- some sort of poster child for racial-profiling issues across America, because there is real racial profiling that goes on, on places other than Harvard University, because I guarantee you this much.
MARTIN: Anderson...
WATKINS: Skip Gates is a guy who knows he is Skip Gates.
And being a black professor at Harvard, with all the money that Skip has, I guarantee you he has probably got more privilege than most white Americans have anyway.
(CROSSTALK)
MARTIN: Anderson, race -- race is involved, because you all -- look, when you step back and say, here, you have an African-American professor in his home. The cop comes there.
The black officer said, I think it may have been -- differently if it was an African-American cop with this actual black male here. What we have to learn here is, what is going through a black man's mind when this kind of thing is happening?
Again, people say, well, it needs to be overt. Well, people all self-perceive things differently. What is implied? What is inferred? And, so, here, he is standing here saying, this is how I am interpreting this.
We cannot dismiss that and say, well, that is not relevant. It is relevant, because it happens every day. People make assumptions. Women make assumptions based upon, well, is this happening to me because I am a woman? Is this happening to me because I am Hispanic? COOPER: But some assumptions are correct and some assumptions are not.
MARTIN: Absolutely. But that's why we can't...
WATKINS: Right. Absolutely.
Wednesday, July 22, 2009
Boyce Watkins speaks on AOL – 7/22/09
The Latest
Dr Boyce: Henry Louis Gates and His Arrest at Harvard
- I don't like our nation's criminal justice system. Every statistic reeks of racism, and the prison ... Read More
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Dr Boyce Money: What Can Michael Vick Do Now?
- Previously, I did a piece on Michael Vick and discussed ways in which Michael can get his ... Read More
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Are Hip Hop Artists "Bo-Jangling" for the Dough?
- I was on the phone with an artist in NYC the other day. I asked her why she hasn't released an ... Read More
- Posted by Boyce Watkins, PhD in BV Black Spin | Comments (3)
Dr. Boyce: Michael Vick is Finally Free
- Michael Vick is finally out of prison. He is not just being transferred from one prison to ... Read More
- Posted by Boyce Watkins, PhD in BV Black Spin | Comments (9)
Dr Boyce Money: Steve McNair's Missing Will
- My heart was broken when I read about the murder of NFL great, Steve McNair. My heart went out to ... Read More
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Saturday, July 18, 2009
Dr Boyce on AOL – 7/16/09
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Dr Boyce: Lil Wayne Is Willing to Murder Newborn Babies?
- I spent the weekend in New York City doing all the things that a father dreams of doing with his ... Read More
- Posted by Boyce Watkins, PhD in BV Black Spin | Comments (38)
Nicole Spence Moves Beyond her Wendy Williams Experience
- I've had the chance to interact with Wendy Williams on a regular basis over the past 3 years. ... Read More
- Posted by Boyce Watkins, PhD in BV Black Spin | Comments (1)
Dr Boyce Money: Would You Date Someone Who Has Been Laid Off?
- Would you date someone who doesn't have a job? Many of us would at least think twice about it. ... Read More
- Posted by Boyce Watkins, PhD in BV on Money | Comments (20)
Dr Boyce: Bill Cosby's Book Made Money, But Did He Forget Something?
- Meet Delores Jones. Delores is a talented radio show host and women's empowerment speaker out of ... Read More
- Posted by Boyce Watkins, PhD in BV on Money | Comments (66)
Wednesday, July 15, 2009
Dr Boyce – the latest – 7/16/09
Lessons from Sonia and Barack
7:50 AM on 07/13/2009
(AP Photo/Alex Brandon) Partisan politics aside, Judge Sonia Sotomayor and President Barack Obama present themselves to the world as middle-aged poster children for everything that can be right in Black and Latino America. I'm not talking about their political achievements...
What Obama needs to do in Africa
8:41 AM on 07/09/2009
Obama looks on during the G8 Summit (AP Photo/Haraz N. Ghanbari) In a recent interview with AllAfrica.com, President Obama said: "I'd say I'm probably as knowledgeable about African history as anybody who's occupied my office. And I can give you...
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Dumb kids create a bad economy
8:22 AM on 07/08/2009
One of my favorite magazines is "The Economist." A recent issue of the magazine had an intriguing article about American kids and how we've essentially prepared them to destroy our nation. National productivity is a grave concern for the U.S.,...
BET brainwashing our kids
9:03 AM on 07/02/2009
I write this article at the risk of offending my daughters, who are all in the "We think Lil Wayne and Chris Brown were sent by God" age group.
Sunday, July 12, 2009
Does Bill Cosby Have as Much Personal Responsibility as we Think?
Recently, I listened to yet another radio debate about the manner in which Bill Cosby talked about the plight of some black people at least 5 years ago. Economically speaking, I too would be considered one of the working poor in the African American community mentioned, however, some of the words used to describe the behavior associated with this class of people did not fit me or others that I personally know. In fact, I am a highly, educated single mother with a master’s degree in social work. I also hold a bachelor’s of broadcast journalism from the University of Missouri School of Journalism in Columbia, arguably one of the finest J-Schools in the nation. I’ve been employed, unemployed, underemployed, upset, bewildered, disappointed, depressed and even disgusted.
Interestingly, none of the books I’ve read about “lower economic people” who are believed to be “failing the civil rights movement by not holding up their end of this deal,” invited me or others to the table to discuss individual situations or the people I encounter as a social worker who are simply trying to make this thing called life work the best way he or she knows how. Just because a school is open does not mean what is being taught is adequate. Just because there is a hosptial near by doesn’t mean I am welcome there or can afford to be seen there. In fact, recently I learned that I need a major operation but I don’t have insurance to cover the projected $20,000 cost. Did I mention, I work full-time?
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Saturday, July 11, 2009
Dr. Deborah Stroman: Speaks on McNair, Health and More
Sheeessh! By the news events of the past few weeks, one would have thought that it was time to grab our belongings and head to hills. Can anyone be trusted in this information age of hustle, fast-talk, get-rich deals, and quickie-relationships? Here’s a bit of timeless advice for those desperately seeking peace-of-mind and still holding on in hope for a brighter tomorrow –
1. Don’t seriously date someone that doesn’t have as much as you to lose financially in a relationship (especially if you’re already married). Yes, this tip may appear narrow-minded, elitist, and tough to swallow but the facts reflect reality. Mr. McNair more than likely lost his life not because the alleged killer was not cute enough or highly cultured, but rather she got a taste of the good life that she had never previously experienced. The young lover was not an observable regular in the high-income bracket circle. Her self-defined love and feelings for this once-in-a-lifetime fling would not permit her to let go. She probably rested on the “if I can’t have him, no one else will” sentiment to end their lives tragically. It is highly doubtful that a businesswoman with millions (who was rejected by a rich lover that would periodically spend his mint on her to woo her) would take her own life and risk the chance to meet another stud athlete with bank and street cred.
Dr Boyce on AOL – 7/11/09
Dr Boyce Education: Our Kids are Not Ready for the Future
- I have some questions I'd like to ask all of us in an open and strictly rhetorical kind of ... Read More
- Posted by Dr. Boyce Watkins, PhD in BV on Money | Comments (2)
Dr Boyce Money: Why It Pays to be a Dangerous Negro
- Dangerous Negro is changing the world. A young company founded by strong, intelligent black men, ... Read More
- Posted by Dr. Boyce Watkins, PhD in BV on Money | Comments (6)
Dr Boyce Money: What is the Financial Cost of Racism?
- I recently did an interview with Charlamagne Tha God (posted below) with 100.3 "The Beat" in ... Read More
- Posted by Dr. Boyce Watkins, PhD in BV on Money | Comments (1)
Dr Boyce: The Economic Implications of Obama's Trip to Africa
- President Obama is headed to Africa this week in what appears to be a symbolic, one day visit. ... Read More
- Posted by Dr. Boyce Watkins, PhD in BV on Money | Comments (5)
Dr Boyce: Did Stevie Wonder's Daughter Attempt Suicide?
- MediaTakeout is reporting that the 27-year old daughter of Stevie Wonder (Takiyah) attempted ... Read More
- Posted by Dr. Boyce Watkins, PhD in BV Black Spin | Comments (7)
Dr Boyce: My Call From the Obama Administration
- I got a call the other day from someone in the Obama Administration. I get a sense that key ... Read More
- Posted by Dr. Boyce Watkins, PhD in BV Black Spin | Comments (59)
Dr Boyce: My Encounter with Sean Hannity and Rush Limbaugh
- Last week, I received a phone call from the producer for "The Jim Reith Show" here in Syracuse. ... Read More
- Posted by Dr. Boyce Watkins, PhD in BV Black Spin | Comments (2)
Michael Jackson Being Attacked: Latest Updates on His Will
- We recently heard about Congressman Peter King referring to Michael Jackson as a "pedophile and a ... Read More
- Posted by Dr. Boyce Watkins, PhD in BV on Money | Comments (13)
Michael Jackson's Will Being Contested Heavily in Court
- We've continuously discussed the financial situation wtih Michael Jackson, as well as that for his ... Read More
- Posted by Dr. Boyce Watkins, PhD in BV on Money | Comments (1)
Dr Boyce Money: Love Investments Matter More than Money
- When I came up with the concept for Financial Lovemaking, I became an intense student of life: I ... Read More
- Posted by Dr. Boyce Watkins, PhD in BV on Money | Comments (7)
Steve McNair's Legacy as an NFL Great: Dr. Deborah Stroman
- Most of us know about the tragic death of NFL great Steve McNair. On this episode of "The Bottom ... Read More
- Posted by Dr. Boyce Watkins, PhD in BV Black Spin | Comments (6)
Breaking News: Steve McNair Shot and Killed in Nashville
- Image: Dr Boyce Watkins with Steve McNair in 2004 Media outlets are reporting that former NFL MVP ... Read More
- Posted by Dr. Boyce Watkins, PhD in BV Black Spin | Comments (51)
Michael Jackson Update: Celeb Insider Talks about Michael Jackson
- Michael Jackson's financial and family situations are getting more complicated by the second. As we ... Read More
- Posted by Dr. Boyce Watkins, PhD in BV on Money | Comments (4)
Dr Boyce: Rapper Drake Learned Lessons from BET Awards
- Some have seen the discontent I expressed about the most recent BET Awards. But I am not the only ... Read More
- Posted by Dr. Boyce Watkins, PhD in BV Black Spin | Comments (51)
Dr Boyce: Congressman Compares NBA Age Limit to Slavery
- I was pleasantly surprised to hear that Congressman Steve Cohen has chosen to take on the NBA's ... Read More
- Posted by Dr. Boyce Watkins, PhD in BV on Money | Comments (15)
Thursday, July 9, 2009
Black News: Kids Kicked out of Swimming Pool for Being Black
What is the economic cost of racism? Children from a predominantly black daycare were kicked out of a white country club pool for no apparent reason. Some argue that it was because they were black.
Dr. Wilmer Leon on Sarah Palin’s Sudden Departure
On July 3rd the democratically elected governor of Alaska, Sarah Palin announced that she will not seek re-election as Governor. Effective July 26th, she will “transfer the authority of governor to Lieutenant Governor Parnell.” Governor Palin is resigning. The woman who tried to convince all of America that she was capable of being just one heart beat away from being the leader of the free world has thrown in the towel. It’s one thing to decide that you will not seek re-election; it’s another to “transfer authority” before the end of your first term. Eighteen months before the end of her first term, the sledding began to get tough and the “musher” quit!
During her acceptance speech at the Republican National Convention, Governor Palin tried to belittle then Democratic Party nominee, Senator Obama’s work as a community organizer by saying, “I guess a small-town mayor is sort of like a "community organizer," except that you have actual responsibilities.” Apparently, those “actual responsibilities” are no longer relevant. If she is unable to persevere and deliver on her commitment to her constituents in Alaska, how can she be expected to, as she said, “work hard for others who still believe in free enterprise and smaller government; strong national security for our country and support for our troops; energy independence; and for those who will protect freedom and equality and life...?” The hypocrisy is nauseating.
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