All categories - 19 September 2007

Last fall in Jena, Louisiana, the day after two Black high school students sat beneath the "white tree" on their campus, nooses were hung from the tree. When the superintendent dismissed the nooses as a "prank," more Black students sat under the tree in protest.

A series of white-on-black incidents of violence followed, and the DA did nothing. But when a white student was beaten up in a schoolyard fight, the DA responded by charging six black students with attempted murder and conspiracy to commit murder.

It's a story that reads like one from the Jim Crow era, when judges, lawyers and all-white juries used the justice system to keep blacks in "their place"--but it's happening today. The families of these young men are fighting back, but the odds are stacked against them.
Only Bell remains in jail, on a $90,000 bond.
Bell is scheduled for a Sept. 20 sentencing hearing where he faces up to 22 years in prison.

We are wearing BLACK to support these 6 on the day of Mychal Bell's hearing.

2007-09-19 21:32:22 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Polls & Surveys

When Elizabeth 1st was on the throne she ruled the country taking advice from her prime minister - it does'nt seem to be like that anymore, margaret thatcher, tony blair, now gordon brown appear to make up the rules and present them to the Queen as a done deal - have we ever heard about the Queen saying "actually i don't think thats law is a good idea" - i would like to see the Queen and Prince Charles making decisions for the good of the country - who rules this country Queen or government? are we a dictatorship? Do we have a president? or are we still the united KINGDOM?

2007-09-19 21:31:53 · 10 answers · asked by tkf57 3 in Other - Politics & Government

I will be in Turkey within two monthes and want to meet you.
Can you.?

2007-09-19 21:31:37 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Turkey

2007-09-19 21:31:01 · 24 answers · asked by Anonymous in Polls & Surveys

What is the maximum proportion of your income that should go in debt repayments (including mortgage)?

2007-09-19 21:30:49 · 6 answers · asked by Andrew L 7 in Personal Finance

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2007-09-19 21:30:36 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

After Chelsea's draw against Norwegian side Rosenborg, Jose Mourinho announced that he is quitting as manager. We want to know your views and suggestions about who would be the best person for the role.

Read more at http://uk.eurosport.yahoo.com/20092007/58/premier-league-mourinho-quits-chelsea.html

2007-09-19 21:30:25 · 148 answers · asked by Yahoo! Contributor Network 2 in English Football

What do you think about Indian Cricket??? Should INDIA own Twenty20 World Cup 2007 at South Africa???

2007-09-19 21:30:08 · 15 answers · asked by Ajay M 1 in Cricket

would you stand your ground with me or become zombie food.

I asked about pirates earlier, but zombies scare the crap out of me.

2007-09-19 21:30:04 · 22 answers · asked by Anonymous in Polls & Surveys

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2007-09-19 21:29:56 · 3 answers · asked by satya_wrd 1 in Cricket

the older sister of my best friend have a crush on me, she is 25 I'm 20.
I don't know what to do she kiss me when my friend when to the bathroom during the movie, then she kiss me again in his house, she is only on vacations for the next 10 days. So if something happen is going to be a one night stand.

He is my best friend I know him 6 years ago, his family thread me like I'm part of the family.

what should I do, I don't want to hurt her feeling but I don't want to loose my best friend neither.

2007-09-19 21:29:54 · 15 answers · asked by Jean 2 in Singles & Dating

My favorite is sistablu.
I think she has embraced Egypt and I think we should embrace her back.

You are free to state whoever you think that deserve the same.

2007-09-19 21:29:43 · 11 answers · asked by Salloo7a 3 in Egypt

little waxy earwig of yours good nite?

2007-09-19 21:29:33 · 9 answers · asked by Yvonne 4 in Polls & Surveys

for lazy bachelor girl.. thx

2007-09-19 21:28:59 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cooking & Recipes

2007-09-19 21:28:56 · 27 answers · asked by ? 7 in Religion & Spirituality

2007-09-19 21:28:41 · 25 answers · asked by Anonymous in Polls & Surveys

2007-09-19 21:28:01 · 45 answers · asked by Anonymous in Polls & Surveys

I have been told that not everyone is capable of performing exceptionally well.Apparently some students are 'gifted' in academics e.g maths and sciences(tough subjects) while other are either not gifted or they just have average intelligence.Is it possible for an average student through sheer determination to achieve as the so called gifted people i.e straight A's. Could i please have brutal honesty answers.i want to know the truth.Thanking everyone in advance

2007-09-19 21:27:37 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Teaching

I am so glad Gail kicked him out... but where is he going to live do you think?

2007-09-19 21:27:34 · 24 answers · asked by Helena T 2 in Soap Operas

2007-09-19 21:27:33 · 2 answers · asked by tp 1 in London

So far, I've encountered a few questions that seam 2 hype the hell out of Boston's 3-man dream team 2 go all the way. But they're in a fairly weak division, much less conference. Don't u think it'd b more of a progress not only just 2 clinch a playoff birth, but maybe win the Atlantic Division, 2?

& what about the other 2 division teams? Well, really just the Raptors and Nets. Do those teams stand as much of a chance of winning as Boston presumably does? Even now, I'm still perplexed at how Toronto won this division. & they were a previously crappy team, 2! & I think NJ has made the playoffs just about every season; they also were 2-time also-rans in the NBA Finals over the past decade. Well, if I could dismiss the Raptors 4 being 2 young, I can also say that the Nets, notably Kidd & Carter, r a lil long in the tooth. Will age also affect Shaq & perhaps challenge Miami in competing w/ Boston for the Eastern Conference title?

2007-09-19 21:27:11 · 12 answers · asked by The Glorious S.O.B. 7 in Basketball

I went car shopping not too long ago and I wound up wanting the car salesman! He was my type from head to toe and I sensed mutual attraction and everything! The problem is car salesmen are notoriously known for feeding you b.s. to get the sale. However, he was forthright about having a girlfriend (so he's off limits to me anyway right now because I am not a homewrecker). My sister was with me and even SHE sensed chemistry brewing between us.

I haven't bought my car just yet, but the whole experience of meeting this guy has got me thinking is it wise to ever date a car salesman? I want your opinions to lull over the idea if this issue pops up again for me. (He did mention that his girlfriend is draining his bank account and he liked the fact that I am more frugal, assuming he believed me when I said it.)

2007-09-19 21:26:56 · 11 answers · asked by CayennePeppa 2 in Singles & Dating

A man rode into town on Sunday and rode out two days later on a Sunday.

2007-09-19 21:25:51 · 5 answers · asked by ngiandeh 1 in Jokes & Riddles

2007-09-19 21:25:49 · 15 answers · asked by John123 1 in Singles & Dating

i moved in this house 5 months ago within 5 months 4 cats of mine are gone never to be seen again,3 males and 1 female.(all at different times) my cats were indoor/outdoor.they stayed in the yard and hung out, they wernt old or sick. my daughter lives up the rd from me and her male cat is not fixed and he always comes home.this is why i think its the people next door.they might not like my cats around. i need to know what i can do or can i contact someone.and i have looked in the pound too. please help me! pls no joking!

2007-09-19 21:25:40 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cats

For Eg:- "if %1.==Sub. goto %2"
what does the above given example mean?

2007-09-19 21:25:25 · 2 answers · asked by sahana l 1 in Programming & Design

both can be dangerous im know but it seems so fuckeeed up

2007-09-19 21:25:23 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous in Military

2007-09-19 21:24:48 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Diet & Fitness

When you go to the dealer and buy a car they always ask for a deposit but is it really necessary since you're signing a piece of paper that binds you to buying the car? they always say it's to hold the car but if I sign a piece of paper saying that I'm purchasing this car is it just to keep my money incase I back out within the 3 day period? Do I really have to leave a deposit?

2007-09-19 21:24:00 · 5 answers · asked by uknowme 6 in Buying & Selling

2007-09-19 21:23:53 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Singles & Dating