Military personnel in same sex-couples rejoiced after the overturning of the controversial "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" in 2011. Since same-sex marriages are not recognized under federal law, spouses of gay military service members are barred from receiving medical and dental insurance. Click the link below for more on the story.
http://nyti.ms/XtDnil
My take: I believe that since President Obama led the charge to repeal DADT then he should make provisions in his second term to ensure spouses of gay military members receive full health benefits as their heterosexual counterparts. This country was built on the principles on life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness for all Americans. Who are we to judge others based on their sexual preference? Our country is moving forward not backward.
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Wednesday, November 21, 2012
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Thursday, November 15, 2012
Desiderata by Max Ehrmann
Go placidly amid the noise and haste, and remember what peace there may be in silence.
As far as possible without surrender be on good terms with all persons.
Speak your truth quietly and clearly; and listen to others, even the dull and ignorant; they too have their story.
Avoid loud and aggressive persons, they are vexations to the spirit.
If you compare yourself with others, you may become vain and bitter;
for always there will be greater and lesser persons than yourself.
As far as possible without surrender be on good terms with all persons.
Speak your truth quietly and clearly; and listen to others, even the dull and ignorant; they too have their story.
Avoid loud and aggressive persons, they are vexations to the spirit.
If you compare yourself with others, you may become vain and bitter;
for always there will be greater and lesser persons than yourself.
Enjoy your achievements as well as your plans.
Keep interested in your career, however humble; it is a real possession in the changing fortunes of time.
Exercise caution in your business affairs; for the world is full of trickery.
But let this not blind you to what virtue there is; many persons strive for high ideals;
and everywhere life is full of heroism.
Keep interested in your career, however humble; it is a real possession in the changing fortunes of time.
Exercise caution in your business affairs; for the world is full of trickery.
But let this not blind you to what virtue there is; many persons strive for high ideals;
and everywhere life is full of heroism.
Be yourself.
Especially, do not feign affection.
Neither be critical about love; for in the face of all aridity and disenchantment it is as perennial as the grass.
Especially, do not feign affection.
Neither be critical about love; for in the face of all aridity and disenchantment it is as perennial as the grass.
Take kindly the counsel of the years, gracefully surrendering the things of youth.
Nurture strength of spirit to shield you in sudden misfortune. But do not distress yourself with imaginings.
Many fears are born of fatigue and loneliness. Beyond a wholesome discipline, be gentle with yourself.
Nurture strength of spirit to shield you in sudden misfortune. But do not distress yourself with imaginings.
Many fears are born of fatigue and loneliness. Beyond a wholesome discipline, be gentle with yourself.
You are a child of the universe, no less than the trees and the stars;
you have a right to be here.
And whether or not it is clear to you, no doubt the universe is unfolding as it should.
you have a right to be here.
And whether or not it is clear to you, no doubt the universe is unfolding as it should.
Therefore be at peace with God, whatever you conceive Him to be,
and whatever your labors and aspirations, in the noisy confusion of life keep peace with your soul.
With all its sham, drudgery and broken dreams, it is still a beautiful world. Be careful. Strive to be happy.
and whatever your labors and aspirations, in the noisy confusion of life keep peace with your soul.
With all its sham, drudgery and broken dreams, it is still a beautiful world. Be careful. Strive to be happy.
Friday, November 9, 2012
Friday, November 2, 2012
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Ndukaku Okereke
9624 Valley Mills Lane
Dallas, TX 75227
214-460-0029
Email: ubaokereke@hotmail.com
OBJECTIVE
To
obtain a position in the journalism industry
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
Proficient
in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point; Excellent oral and written
communication skills: Flexible and adaptable to working environment;
Intermediate experience in Adobe Creative Suite
EDUCATION
Master of Journalism May
2014 (expected)
University
of North Texas Denton,
TX
Bachelor of Arts May
2011
Texas
Southern University Houston,
TX
WORK EXPERIENCE
June 2012 – TSU Office of Recruitment, Dallas, TX
Volunteer
· Answered customer
questions and provided information and guidance
· Greeted every new and transfer student with enthusiasm
and energy
· Helped double number of new applicants from Fall 2011
semester
May
2012- Current – Dallas County Dept. of HHS, Dallas, Texas
Election Worker
· Maintained an active awareness of the election and
voting rules and assisted voters as needed
· Handled all voter concerns in a proactive, positive
manner
· Recognized for high voter turnout during Texas primary
election
September
2011 - February 2012 – Regal Magazine, Houston, Texas
Freelance Writer
· Covered and
wrote sports stories of HBCU athletics
· Increased
readership by 10% in five month span
· Integrated
social media platforms to disseminate news to readers across the country
August
2008 - May 2011 – TSU Herald Newspaper, Houston, Texas
Sports Editor
· Reported on all Texas Southern sports and athletic events
· Utilized media methods to research story ideas and
validation of sources
· Social Media Correspondent for 25th annual HABJ
Awards Banquet
ASSOCIATIONS /AFFILIATIONS
Member Texas
Southern University Alumni Association, Dallas Chapter
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