First, we learned that the US Congress dropped its investigation of voter fraud .jpg)
allegedly perpetrated by the activist group the Association of Community Organizations for Reform Now or ACORN, with Rep. John Conyers (D-MI) claiming the "powers that be" forced the House to drop its investigation.
What Conyers neglected to tell reporters is that he is the "power" who forced the end of the congressional investigation into the activities of ACORN during the run-up to the 2008 presidential election. It's well-known that President Obama once worked for ACORN and that ACORN worked hard for his successful election.
During an interview on March 20, 2008 with Black Panther leader Malik Zulu Shabazz, Fox News Channel viewers learned that Shabazz' group endorsed and supported Senator Barack Obama for President of the United States.
Even on Fox -- an organization wrongly accused of being "conservative" -- the interviewers were careful in their questioning of Shabazz, a recognized racist and anti-American radical.
The New Black Panther Party leader proudly announced on Fox News that his organization endorsed and supported Obama for President.
"While some people may say that Barack Obama has no control over who endorses him, he should have control over what endorsements are posted on his web sites," said Laurie Roth, who, besides hosting a popular syndicated talk show, is a political pundit.
.jpg)
"The endorsement of the New Black Panther Party was posted on Barack Obama's website. Why was this tolerated unless Barack Obama wanted their endorsement? If he does not want their endorsement, how much control over his staff is he going to have once he's elected President?" asks Mike Baker.
Once the New Black Panthers announced their endorsement, Obama's damage-control team pulled the Black Panthers' endorsement story off their web site. The Obama campaign also requested that the Panthers remove news of the group's endorsement from its own web site, which it did.
Now, the New Black Panther Party for Self Defense is making news headlines again because the US Justice Department dropped its Voting Rights Act violation investigation against the militant group and three of its members alleging that the defendants intimidated voters and those aiding them during the November 4, 2008, general election.
The complaint, filed in the United States District Court in Philadelphia, alleged that, during the election, Minister King Samir Shabazz and Jerry Jackson were deployed at the entrance to a Philadelphia polling location wearing the uniform of the New Black Panther Party for Self-Defense, and that Samir Shabazz repeatedly brandished a police-style baton weapon. There exists news video footage verifying this.
"Intimidation outside of a polling place is contrary to the democratic process," said Acting Assistant Attorney General Grace Chung Becker at the time. "The Voting Rights Act of 1965 was passed to protect the fundamental right to vote and the Department takes allegations of voter intimidation seriously."
According to the complaint, party Chairman Malik Zulu Shabazz confirmed that the placement of Samir Shabazz and Jackson in Philadelphia was part of a nationwide effort to deploy New Black Panther Party members at polling locations on Election Day.
The complaint alleged a violation of Section 11(b) of the Voting Rights Act of 1965, which prohibits intimidation, coercion or threats against "any person for voting or attempting to vote." The Department seeks an injunction preventing any future deployment of, or display of weapons by, New Black Panther Party members at the entrance to polling locations.
While most of the denizens of this country's newsrooms are yawning over this story, some newspapers and news shows are providing coverage.
For instance, the Washington Times reports today that Associate Attorney General Thomas J. Perrelli, the the number three man in the Obama Justice Department, was consulted and ultimately approved a decision last May to reverse course and drop a complaint accusing three members of the New Black Panther Party of intimidating voters in Philadelphia during November's election.
The department's career lawyers in the Voting Section of the Civil Rights Division who pursued the complaint for five months had recommended that Justice seek sanctions against the party and three of its members after the government had already won a default judgment in federal court against the men, states the Washington Times. .jpg)
.jpg)
The Washington Times news story, reprinted on the Fox News Channel web site, reports that:
"Front-line lawyers were in the final stages of completing that work when they were unexpectedly told by their superiors in late April to seek a delay after a meeting between political appointees and career supervisors, according to federal records and interviews.
"The delay was ordered by then-acting Assistant Attorney General Loretta King after she discussed with Perrelli concerns about the case during one of their regular review meetings, according to the interviews.
"King, a career senior executive service official, had been named by President Obama in January to temporarily fill the vacant political position of assistant attorney general for civil rights while a permanent choice could be made."
The New Black Panther Party for Self-Defense, which claims active chapters nationwide, is distinct from the Black Panther Party founded by Bobby Seale in the 1960s.
Meanwhile, the Obama security team -- Attorney General Eric Holder, Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano and other political appointees -- is closely monitoring "right-wing extremists" who oppose abortion, gun control, federal intrusion into local police matters, etc. Talk show host Glenn Beck got into hot water with the paragons of truth in reporting when he called President Obama racist. Perhaps those purveyors of news should investigate President Obama and stop harassing Glenn Beck.
He's former chief at a New York City housing project in Washington Heights nicknamed "Crack City" by reporters covering the drug war .jpg)
in the 1980s. In addition, he served as director of public safety at a New Jersey university and director of security for several major organizations. He's also served on the National Drug Task Force and trained police and security officers throughout the country. Kouri writes for many police and security magazines including Chief of Police, Police Times, The Narc Officer and others. He's a news writer for TheConservativeVoice.Com and PHXnews.com. He's also a columnist for AmericanDaily.Com, MensNewsDaily.Com, MichNews.Com, and he's syndicated by AXcessNews.Com. He's appeared as on-air commentator for over 100 TV and radio news and talk shows including Oprah, McLaughlin Report, CNN Headline News, MTV, Fox News, etc.
To subscribe to Kouri's newsletter write to COPmagazine@aol.com and write "Subcription" on the subject line.
Comments
Well, that is a wrong decision. Voter intimdation from any quarter is wrong. The case should be reopened.
I'm sure President Obama is not going to be selective when it comes to enforcing civil rights and can restore the faith by having this openly investigated.
this is unacceptable as an american. this must be investigated to its full extent no matter what color you are
We are in bed with many radical left wing groups and they are calling all of the shots! Revolt America! Take our country back from these Democrat/Socialist/Prejudiced idiots! This is true oppression, not phony victimization decried by liberals. This is America, stand on your own 2 feet. That is why they were provided conveniently before birth.
Where is the outrage? What are we afraid to say? And why? Racism is ugly no matter who is dishing it out- when it comes from the dark side it is just as ugly! Check out my pieces at free me now wordpress entitled
White Guilt anyone? None for me- I’ve had enought thanks !
Race baiting at the cost of sexism/misogyny
What about Lucia Whalen?
Obama is not going to allow investigation into his own people. No surprise here!
Apparently the Department of Justice, headed by Eric Holder, believes that bullying at polling places is acceptable This opens the door for other bully groups to intimidate people during future elections. The KKK and other white supremacist groups are probably ecstatic. What does the future hold for this country?
Let it go! Unless you are willing to stand up,stick your neck out, and take back control by whatever means necessary (ie:revolting) you are just playing into his game. The one tactic that all tyrants use in their quest for domination is to play the sides against one another. If we let ourselves become defined and grouped and severely differentiated and then resort to warring against one another then they are that much closer to winning. Look at how a small country like Britian was able to dominate other countrys so much larger than herself. By employing yhis tactic and getting theie enemys to take care of the majority of the rest of their enemys so as to make it easier for them to move in for the kill. They've all done it and will continue to perform in this manner for it is all they know.
Break the cycle and don't fall into it. Just go out and purchase the three B's and get yourself ready to take out the trash.
What do you expect from a racist administraion..........Acorn, Black Panthers, Michele not being proud of her country. Very interesting that the race card can only be used against whites. The guy at 1600 Pennsylvania is a loser community organizer. That's why the US is in such a mess.
So this guy is crazy...Just on the basis that he hates Abe Lincoln too...you know who set his relatives free. Proving that NOT ALL white people are as racist as you King Samir Shabazz. And if King is a filler to try to put you in the same league as Dr. Martin Luther King, then i assure you that you should be very very ashamed of yourself for yet another reason, as he is of you. How about get a real job. There are dedicated scientists and engineers who are black and are looking at you as nothing more than a madman. So now it may not be to late for you to save your soul. Maybe before a mad father, whose child you pointed at saying "You're going to have to kill their babies," beats your stupid head in with a two by four just you know as one would put a gun to Hitler's head (Pre Genocide), for the chance to kill evil to save the good.
Two words to describe "king" samir shabazz and his zombie tranced followers
Degenerate Scum
I find it amazing how so many black militants continue to harbor such hatred against all other Americans. I lived in Philidelphia Misssissippi in the early 70's and saw racism first hand. What I don't like is that all non-African descent american's somehow owe anything to black Americans. Maybe mroe black Americans should stop and realize where they'd be if there slave ancestors weren't brought here in the first place. Sounds racist but just stop for a second to think about life in Africa today with ethnic (trible) cleansing and the spread of AIDs.
Hatred of people regardless of perception is dead wrong. Tkae the whole "White Supremist" crap and insert it where it came from. We are all struggling to make a living, adn all I ask for is Liberty and opportunities for education and career. I've taken responsibility for myself, unlike 90% of all Democrats.
The very instant a political leader begins to be selective in whom is prosecuted by law and who is immune becomes a tyrant, pure and simple. The same is true of taxation. Obama is clearly a tyrant, unfortunately I stand to face persecution for so saying. Both the Constitution and Bill of Rights hang by a thread, and we have one man to thank for that, President Barrack "Barry" Obama.
Guess what, I am a white person and I take offense to being labeled a "cracker". Put that in your blunt and smoke it "you black monkey".
Another example of this administrations mistakes. It further solidifies what most people suspect and are fearful to voice. The tide will turn in November 2010 elections and again in November 2012 elections when those fooled by campaign false promises have the opportunity to vote again and rectify their mistake.
Got something to say?
Examiner.com is looking for writers, photographers, and videographers to join the fastest growing group of local insiders. If you are interested in growing your online rep apply to be an Examiner today!