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I am a freelance writer and social commentator

Interests: Ron Eldridge is a freelance writer, social commentator, and business strategist whose work has been seen on ESSENCE.com, Your Black World, Rolling Out Magazine, and other publications. His writing covers a range of topics, including but not limited to: politics, social justice, pop culture, Hip-Hop, mental health, feminism, and black male identity. He offers perspective on what it means to be young, black, and male in the age of Obama, reflecting on current cultural standards of black manhood and exploring new ideas for how to define black masculinity moving forward.

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Missing Malcolm X: Are Rappers Scared of Revolution?

“How long shall they kill our prophets, while we stand aside and look ?” – “Redemption Song”, Bob Marley On February 21, 1965 at the Audubon Ballroom in NYC, Malcolm X was gunned down just before he was about to put America on blast for dissin’ Black people. On that same date almost 50 years later, aspiring rapper, Murda U was shot in that same spot for dissin’ another rapper on a YouTube video. Although, there were several witnesses, because of the “no snitchin’ ”... Continue reading

Posted Mar 12, 2012 at AnythingUrban - by R Eldridge

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A Woman is Not a Potted Plant - Alice Walker

The poem "A Woman is Not a Potted Plant," written by Alice Walker, explains how women aren't stationed in one place based on their gender, race, nationality, family, or husband. She uses different plants to symbolize women who are defined by the characteristics listed above, such as espaliers, which are bushes meant to grow against walls. She also describes a blossom turning towards the direction of the sun to symbolize a woman who is dependent on other people. She then describes how a woman is... Continue reading

Posted Feb 14, 2012 at AnythingUrban - by R Eldridge

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In Support of Roland Martin

I did not intend to write anything about the recent news of Roland Martin being sacked by CNN over pressure from GLAAD, but after learning more about the facts, and more importantly, the level of opinions from various outlets, I think that it is time to speak up in support of Roland Martin, free speech, and dialogue as a important ingredient in our process of learning. Roland was temporarily removed from the network after gay advocacy group GLAAD deemed that two tweets he made during... Continue reading

Posted Feb 9, 2012 at AnythingUrban - by R Eldridge

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Martin Luther King Matters in 2012

Did you know that Martin Luther King and the father of President Obama share a connection? Among the admirers of Martin Luther King was Kenyan scholar Professor Ali Mazrui, a holder of the Albert Schweitzer Chair in the Humanities and the director of the Institute of Global Cultural Studies at Binghamton University in New York. In the early 1960s, he was a graduate student at Columbia University staying at International House, a residence for specially selected international graduate students of several New York City institutions... Continue reading

Posted Jan 16, 2012 at AnythingUrban - by R Eldridge

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Freedom...

I am happy to announce that I am "virally" free once again. In appreciation of friends and others who have made countless inquiries regarding my status, I would just like to take a second to share that yes, I am safe. My freedom of speech was threatened, and it scared the skittles out of me. Allow me to elaborate a little bit. An attorney group known as Righthaven LLC had filed 57 lawsuits against writers and bloggers - and I was amongst this group. These... Continue reading

Posted Jan 13, 2012 at AnythingUrban - by R Eldridge

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Thanks Tameka I appreciate you. Loving your blog as well esp. the poetry.

Commented Jan 13, 2012 on Freedom Riders... Are Innovators at AnythingUrban - by R Eldridge

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This is a great poem Tameka. You have a beautiful soul and a powerful mind that translates very well. Thanks for sharing.

Commented Jan 13, 2012 on Lyric Fire: Soul Diving: Partial Poem/Part Confession at Lyric Fire

Thanks for acknowledging Abi I really appreciate it.

Commented Jan 12, 2012 on Freedom Riders... Are Innovators at AnythingUrban - by R Eldridge

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Thanks Sunnydelyte21. Always great to read your blog you know that I am a big fan of yours.

Commented Jan 12, 2012 on Freedom Riders... Are Innovators at AnythingUrban - by R Eldridge

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No Mike thank you. I am humbled by your willingness to network and lead the way. You do so many great things that inspire me.

Commented Jan 12, 2012 on Freedom Riders... Are Innovators at AnythingUrban - by R Eldridge

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Mike? Sentimental? Gee thanks Bro.

Commented Jan 12, 2012 on Freedom Riders... Are Innovators at AnythingUrban - by R Eldridge

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Thanks Tracey.

Commented Jan 12, 2012 on Freedom Riders... Are Innovators at AnythingUrban - by R Eldridge

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In Memory of... The LoveMikeNia Foundation, Inc.

On May 12th, 2011, a memorial scholarship was awarded to two New Jersey students - both exemplified strong scholastic achievements, leadership, and honors throughout their high school tenure. Briana Taylor and Mageline Noelvil were recognized by The LoveMikeNia Foundation, Inc., a 501c3 Scholarship & Community Service organization founded by Kenny Simpson in June 2010. The foundations mission is to provide a monetary scholarship every year to high school students that lead by example, in honor of Mike and Nia, friends of Simpson. As the gift... Continue reading

Posted Jan 12, 2012 at AnythingUrban - by R Eldridge

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Hi Kitten. I love your blog and you have really struck an accord with this post. My 2012 manifesto is "life is short - play hard" and you have done a wonderful job of validating this in your own special way. Great post.

Commented Jan 12, 2012 on Once a man, twice a child at SEXKITTEN

MANChild is now following sportsonline

Nov 19, 2011

Freedom Riders... Are Innovators

On May 4, 1961, the first Freedom Ride left Washington D.C. en route to New Orleans to fulfill a purpose. Their purpose? To test a Supreme Court decision that outlawed racial segregation in public places. They also set out to challenge the status quo by challenging those that fervently sought to keep America divided. Riders were ultimately arrested for trespassing, unlawful assembly, and violating state and local Jim Crow laws. Ironically, a United States Supreme Court decision granted travelers the legal right to disregard local... Continue reading

Posted Jul 11, 2011 at AnythingUrban - by R Eldridge

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Black Men Blog Too... Here are a few good ones

The folllowing urban parable shares a conversation that I had with my Grandpops circa 1993, and is sponsored by a few cool Black men bloggers. The names of these noble men are located on the scroll down. Ahem. I just walked out of my graduation ceremony feeling kind of like a big deal. I just completed barber school - which was an important pre-requisite for any aspiring barber in Queens at the time. Initially, I wanted to be the Best Black barber on Linden Blvd.... Continue reading

Posted Dec 12, 2010 at AnythingUrban - by R Eldridge

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I applaud you emphatically Monroe. As a young Black writer trying to navigate the waters, i really appreciate your wisdom and your dedication to your craft. i can't wait to read more about this... you are already recognized as one of my favorite writers.

Commented Dec 13, 2010 on Novel blog: Sweetspeare's Sirens at Monroe Anderson

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I tip my hat to you for spending quality with your youngin' and sharing the great recipe with us. If not for my whackness in the kitchen I would try this. Nice blog too - we should be blog buds. I love what you were able to do with Typepad. I use it as my platform as well.

Commented Dec 5, 2010 on busy busy at Soldier Girl's Thoughts

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For sure. I actually consider you one of the early adopters of this approach. Your blog is well written and it has so much personality - not to mention FIYA. I may be biased because your blog is one of my favorites, but oh well... just real talking. I know how much you value your network, so not sure if you'd want to drop ads on it... but this could work for your business.

Commented Dec 4, 2010 on 10 Reasons Why Anyone Can Make Money Blogging at AnythingUrban - by R Eldridge

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...and King Kong ain't got nothin' on me or my little model hands. lol

Commented Dec 4, 2010 on 10 Reasons Why Anyone Can Make Money Blogging at AnythingUrban - by R Eldridge

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Lol, I can see the expression on your face now... although it sounds like your trying to plan a special trip to take advantage of this new perk. Hmmmmmm

Commented Dec 3, 2010 on WTF?? Man arrested after ejaculating during TSA pat-down at AnythingUrban - by R Eldridge

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LOL. Now that you mention it, that TSA agent does seem to be a little too hands-on, maybe there is something more to this. I know that I would not be able to continue my employment as a TSA agent if I had to start frisking packages. O-kaaayzi on finding that Morris Chestnut looking TSA agent. I'm sure that he is out there somewhere.

Commented Dec 3, 2010 on WTF?? Man arrested after ejaculating during TSA pat-down at AnythingUrban - by R Eldridge

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s'all good homie.

Commented Dec 3, 2010 on 10 Reasons Why Anyone Can Make Money Blogging at AnythingUrban - by R Eldridge

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Hey Traci, you know I got you on the graphic banner, but I must warn you that I have learned more from trial and error... you've seen my hideous banners from the past. If i can help, you know I will. And surprisingly, I felt just like you. To further it, I thought that I would be "selling out" if I tried to focus on churning out $$ from this - I tend to think about the extremists that place more ad banners on their site than content - I guess I needed a wake-up call to realize that this is a healthy balance. And Traci, your blog is awesome and you are in a great position to think about this. If you get a chance, read this article titled: Why Valedictorians Make Lousy Bloggers (and Class Clowns Rule) http://bit.ly/8U4ie ...and I am not calling you a class clown at all. this article has YOU written all over it... your content is actually relevant more due to where blogging is going, not where it is (or has been).

Commented Dec 3, 2010 on 10 Reasons Why Anyone Can Make Money Blogging at AnythingUrban - by R Eldridge

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