OK...I don't see how you think what Jesse said could have been said in other context and venues and it would have been OK and powerful. PLEASE!! What he said was ludicrous and wouldn't be OK no matter where he said it.

Cndy...Ga.

Rev. Jackson's "apologies" have been vague speeches about how wonderful the civil rights leaders of the past were and how they have created the environment for Barak Obama's candidacy. He has worked in the words "apology" and "wrong" only in half whispers. I strongly disagree that he has apologized or shown any real contrite behavior. Seems like all the black leaders in the country have done for Barak Obama is try as hard as they can to defeat him. And where are all the usual fighters for right behavior – Sharpton and the rest? They are on vacation, I guess.
It's all a sign that we have moved out of the era of Civil Rights. We are in an integrated society – with some parts still not right, agreed – and everyone has an opportunity to move forward productively – or not. B. Obama has chosen to run for president, Jackson has chosen to obscenely chew the cud with buddies on an open mike.
Sarah Madry

What has Jesse Jackson ever done other that get himself in front of the camera, as though he has something relevant to say, and pontificate his position for his own self importance. He and Al Sharpton thoughts on an issue are about as pertinent as Richard Cary's or Pee Wee Herman's. He also proved that you can not trust what he says, as he said one thing on camera and then another when he was off camera. Now he is trying to cover his butt.. Who is the real Jesse Jackson and what does he stand for ? But then .. who cares

The Reverand made an inappropriate comment. So what else is
new? Must the media run with every stupid remark uttered ?
He's been forgiven by his HIGHness, hasn't he? Concentrate on
the economy, that' is whats important to real people.

Black Americans in the public eye are in a very tough spot. They are, expected to support Obama and to be above the process of evaluating the candidate and in even attempting to add clarity to the discussion. Casual specutation becomes Heardline News with effect far beyond its intent.

Had this comment been said by Don Imus he would have been tared and feathered and labeled a racist. Shame on you Jesse

So what if he apologized in a "timely" manner-that's the "in" thing to do these days when people get caught saying/doing what the really feel . I especially like how he said he and Sen.Obama are friends–is that how he talks about all of his friends?? The remark was crude and just shows the lack of class this man has.
Jesse Jackson is NOT the voice for African Americans and he could learn a lot from Obama.
I don't understand why so many people think whatever Jesse Jackson says holds any sort of merit. I think he's proved over and over that he is careless with his words and accusations.
Did he ever apologize to the LaCrosse team for siding with the girl who falsely accused them???
Let's stop giving this man so much airtime and focus on the positive voice of Sen.Obama

Ask Imus if he thinks Jackson's appology should be accepted. Jesse wants to "move-on" when he rants, but won't show others the same courtesy. Does anyone care what Jesse has to say anymore?

Jackson has.....never......been relevent. He found a way, just as Sharpton did, to ride the coat tails of the real civil rights movers and shakers of our time. Being first on the scene everytime a blackman is arrested, doesn't make you a civil rights leader, it makes you an antagonist. Just his choice of words, calling Obama's success "redemptive", shows that without racism, he is nothing and will do anything to keep it alive. This man hasn't earned an honest dollar in his life and has been leeching off the fear mongering of poor African Americans for decades He is and never was relevent other than when MLK needed a refill on his coffee.

Jackson and Sharpton are antagonists it is so true.. They are FAR FAR From a Civil Rights Leader. They try to make it like the whole planet is against them when they are only against themselves. I wish just wish a real Civil rights person like Martin Luther King Jr. was alive to see these two causing such retarded problems. Jackson and Sharpton should both be banned from opening their fat mouthes. Like my mother always say if you don't have anything good to say don't say anything at all...

be careful what you say on camera and off camera you never know who listening.

I find it appalling that someone who carrys the title as a Rev. of the Gospel thinks it is o.k. to indulge in "trash talk" publically or behind closed doors. Jesse Jackson needs to replay his responses and listen to the tone in which he responds to questions about Mr. Barak Obama's success. Does he not understand that our lives are preordained by God and he, Jesse has nothing to do with Mr. Obama's success. Maybe if he understood this and was not so egotistical he may have been more of an influence to our society not to mention the Black race. Mr. Jackson needs to walk the talk.
The Bible tells us that "reckless words pierce like a sword but the tongue of the wise brings healing" Prov. 12:18

Jessie Jackson is jealous of Barack Obama's continuing success, that's
the whole of it.

I personally feel that there was neither a time or a place for Rev. Jackson's irrelevant comment. It truly showed his true colors, yet again, and it also was generally, uncouth!

Jesse Jackson is a money grubbing hypocrite and an insult to his race. Why is he never investing any of his own money into the black community? Oh, everyone else should open stores and restaurants there, but not Jesse–he's too busy looking for another photo op.

Who cares what Mr. Jackson has to say. The only reason that he gets any press is that fact that the people of this nation have nothing better to do than to gosip. Stop paying attention to what this idiot has to say and research the facts on your own. The more we listen to these so called experts and analyst the more they will abuse the privileges of freedom of speach. Hasn't Mr. Jackson embarassed himself enough? Stop validating his need to be on tv and just ignore him, I am not going to base my dicision on anything that he says and neither should you.

If a white person made such comments, Jesse Jackson (along with Al Sharpton) would have jumped all OVER these comments as racist, but, apparently it's OK for Jesse to speak such words. How pathetic and racist is he?

I am really disappointed in Jesse Jackon's comments....How could any person make a statement about cutting off ANYONE's nuts?

History has shown us the perils of castrations and it is no joking or casual manner! Jesse's explanation of why he made that statement was a lot of rambling in an attempt to somehow 'confuse' the basic point of the question.

I certainly hope he isn't on the stage during the Democratic National Convention and doing his double talk....Jesse's time is over.....he needs to go sit down somewhere!

Tell him he is fired and get on with the important stuff!

Not only were Jackson's words crude and offensive, the intent behind them was equally so. And this is someone who presents himself as a man of God? How ludicrous. This man is no more than an aging opportunist who sees a younger man on the center stage he once considered his own. This is an example of an overblown aging male EGO. Jackson is an embarrassment to anyone who ever once thought of him as a legitimate leader.Don't bother cutting off his nuts....cut off his mike permanently, that will be far more painful to this publicity-loving blowhard.

Is Jesse Jackson relevant? Why pick on poor Jesse's relevancy when the same question can be asked of Jimmy Carter, Bill Maher, Harry Reid or even CNN's Jack Cafferty? This is what happens when anyone gets too full of himself.

What is more shocking than Rev. Jackson comments is Michelle Obama's constant insult to stay home moms. I just wanted to know what is behind it? Probably her own guilt of not spending time with her kids. Staying home for some moms is not a like a luxury choice like she makes it sound. Does she have any idea how much daycare costs this time of the year? Even if it is a choice those people should be applauded cos they chose to stay home and cook and clean and take care of their kids, instead of going out putting on makeup hair fixed looking great sitting around the office and drink coffee. If it 's only about the money add up and do the math stay home moms make more money by saving a lot more money to their family than the ones who go out and end up spending it.

And this is the same man that demanded Don Imus's head on a platter for "off color" remarks. At least Imus did not whisper his feelings or remarks. I don't agree with his statement (Imus), but why was Jackson so intent to ruin his carreer and cause him to lose his job when he himself is no better. I don't feel that all is great now just because Jackson apologized, he should still be run out of town on a rail. Everyone is sick and tired of this double standard. A Reverend, I think not....

It is so refreshing to actually hear how one politician truly feels about another.

Why would any respectable news media waste time interviewing this guy in the first place. He has nothing to bring to the show. If the media would stop publicizing him and his buddy Al, they might just travel off into oblivion.

Maybe Jesse's jealous because he lost his own bid for the presidency!
Also, what exactly qualifies him as a "Reverend"? Did he order this title off the internet?

True contriteness would be a simple "I'm sorry, Barack" - not "we apologize..... and move on".

Beyond the tasteless, crude remark, there is an underlying anger that is festering in Jesse Jackson. The underlying message seems to be that "Obama's success is a result of all of the history of the civil rights movement, since the 50's for which I (Jesse) and other greats have been working for all these years..... Then this snotty-nose kid (Obama) comes along and seems to effortlessly take his position at the top of the heap without sufficient bowing and scraping to us old soldiers." Well, get over it, Jesse. Time moves on. The next generation does what all younger generations do: they take the older generation for granted. What else is new? The civil rights struggle reaped benefits, and the young man is coming along to go move not just a civil rights movement, but a country. So muster the grace to step aside and let the leader move on.

Jealous Jealous Jealous!!! Rev.Jackson shouldn't be allowed to hold up a sign for Change we can believe in. Obviously he hasn't accepted the fact that he has made people sit up and listen and trust what he is saying. The only claim to doing a good job on behalf of change is the backbone he instilled in his son. To speak out against one's father of inappropiate conduct is admirable. The only good thing coming out of this is I know who isn't going to be asked to be his Veep.

As an African American, I am disgusted with Jesse Jackson. He is self serving and he is only worried about his role in Black America. The spotlight is dimming and he knows it. I never liked him because he abandoned the SCLC (Southern Christian Leader Council) at the most crucial time in the Civil Right movement, right after the death of Martin Luther King. He started Operation Push now called the Rainboy Coalition, just so the SPOTLIGHT can always be on him. He made himself the so called leader of the black community. Now Barack Obama who is now the WORLDS IMAGE of what a true leader of the black Community is. Obama has taken or should I say has EARNED the role of leadership not for just black Amercians, but for all Americans. That is something that Jackson could never do. The apology is for him to save his reputation and Barack Obama is smart enough to know that. Jesse you need to step aside and let someone young and progressive take on the leadership role. Yes some of us in the Black community thanks you, but now is the time for you to move on.

Jesse Jackson apologized but I don't think he is sorry for what he said. I think he is sorry that his mike was still on. It is a shame that he feels this way about Obama. He meant what he said. He did not think everyone would know it though.

Jessie Jackson has an illegitimate child. I suspect Sen. Obama hit a nerve with Jessie when he spoke about black fathers being absent from raising their children! Sometimes the truth hurts. Jessie Jackson needs to grow up and stop stirring up dissension everywhere he goes. He should be using his notoriety to bring people together, not to create more tension in America.

The Rev. Jesse Jackson does not owe Barrack Obama an apology. He instead needs to talk to the people and not be silent. If he has an opinion it should not be whispered, because he is a man who has done so much for America. Barrack Obama should listen to the Rev. and understand what he has to say. My advice for the Rev. is to speak to the public and explain his comments and not deny that what he said are his true beliefs. For a man of his success to bow down to Barrack Obama is not right, and the Rev. needs to step up and revoke his apology. When Wright spoke against Barrack Obama he did what was right and acted like a man, not like an apologetic servant.

jesse jacksons true self finally made it to the surface...he isnt worried about obamas feelings but he himself could lose

At-a-Boy Jessie.
Jessie speaks the truth, Obama is not for Black people. Obama told a bunch in GA that their children should learn to speak Spanish so they would be more employable. Obama have you noet learned yet that Black people don't want to speak Spanish, heck they hardly speak English and they sure has heck don't want a Job, they want handouts from the government, they want you to take the money from the rich hard working white people and give it to them. That is what they expect from a Black pres. so if you want the black vote you better BLACK up and stop pandering to the Hispanics.

Jesse Jackson has proven he is a true colored man....GREEN! There is no other explanation for his ignorant remarks.

When in public, even with one other soul...watch what you say.

Treat it as if you are saying it out loud.

Whether "REV" Jackson was talking about a Candidate for President or a member of a congregation a grown, mature man should not being saying certain things, especially a so called man of God. You are to have Holy Common Sense! The Lord does not approve of pulling each other down. "Love thy neighbor as thy self." This is a true reflection of Jessie Jackson's character. "So as a man thinketh in his heart so is he."

Whether the microphone was on or not is irrelevant. Jessie Jackson said this because he believed and felt this. I was a strong Obama supporter, but now with his FISA vote, telling my children to learn how to speak Spanish, asking America to pay the Clinton’s bill and now Jessie Jacksons comment. I’m seriously thinking of changing my vote. I rather not vote for McCain but I’m considering throwing away my vote to Nader or Barr to show we need a 3 party system. Neither Democrats nor Republicans listen to the American people.

"The Wrong Reverend Jesse Jackson" ceased to be a relevant influence for me when he chose to have an affair and subsequent child outside of his marriage. Obama is right, and in his heart, the Wrong Reverend knows it. Jackson is simply playing 1970’s politics.

I think that some need to be on tv so thay say thaing to get on tv and cnn and fox msn will put it on to make money just Stop puting it onTV!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Mojazzme

TY-06
Castration throughout African-American history is one of the most offensive ways to insult and threaten the existence of its men. This proves that Jesse Jackson does not love himself or men that look like him. No wonder why there is so much confusion in underserved communities.

Golly gee, Mr. Jackson, I guess when a person slips to a second rate act there is a little resentment!! The term reverend should not be used when discussing castration!! Shameful!!

If that comment was made about Jesse Jackson we would never have heard the end of it .In the past when something was said a simple apology was not enough.It would take about a week of saying Im sorry to get it over with He's just joking where is your head really at, just because its Jesse he can say things like that.Its all about me JESSE Its not your time anymore your racist attitude is out dated .

His comments were definately irrelevent....I believe that Jesse Jackson as a minister took offense to Barak basically calling out in public that churches and religous organizations in the black and urban communities are partially to responsible for the inner city plight. From the bits and pieces made public Barak actually was dead-on in my opinion and if he were to become president he might be able to influence changes that would allow for more programs in the churches and make sure that funding is available. It's definately a generational gap issue though because even Jesse Jackson Jr. stated that his father's comments were wrong.

Who does Jesse Jackson think he is? If anyone needs his nuts cut off it's Mr. Jackson. Doesn't he have a love child out there somewhere? He does not represent the African Americans. Obama is a true African American and he represents everyone.
geniejb

Jesse will do or say most anything and go anywhere there is breaking news just to get on television. All is well once Jesse is on the scene. Sad.

I am a hispanic woman and I can't believe that Rev. Jackson made such a comment, but if a white or latino person made such a comment we will be call racist. That should show how he really feels about his own people and how he can't stand that another black man is so close to being the president of this nation and not him. My opinion is that him and Al Sharpton are the ones that continue to bring up the past when this nation is looking for a better future and some needed change. We understand that bad things happened but we cannot continue to live in the past.

Anything that is said about Sen Obama is NEWS and that is the honest truth so the news are going to make a spectacle about it anyways.

Jackson is now and always has been an opportunistic racist - a mirror-image, if you will, of George Wallace and Strom Thrumond. He is not worthy of the title of "reverend" or of the tiresome and boring repetition of the story. ENOUGH ALREADY!

Get over it!!!! This is NOT A PRIORITY. People are losing jobs, homes and gas prices are outrageous. Let's address and provide solutions to the real issues that face the working class Americans EVERDAY!!!

Eric....you are obviously unable to be fair and balanced on this issue. Whatever your agenda is; nobody cares.
Rev Jackson is a power hungry meglo-maniac. Absolute power corrupts absolutely. He is a corporate blackmailer, and he fathered a bastard child. No wonder he doesn't want the light to be shown into the corners that hide those cockroaches.
For you to take Obama to task over what JJ said is at the height of gall.
When JJ made that "cut you with a knife" gesture after he said "I want to cut his nuts off"...was that an analogy as well?
You are obviously tied into the old guard, black power structure....says you..and Bobbie Johnson. Times they are a changin, thank God!

I certainly hope that one day media outlets will see the damage they continue to do by using the term "black leaders." Yes – there are lots of influencial black people with leadership attributes, but when those two words are used, most of the time they are taken to mean "black leaders for all black people."

I'm black, but don't be shocked when I tell you, Jesse Jackson is no leader of mine. Contrary to what many people think, there are other black people like myself that appreciate Jackson's contributions during the Civil Rights Movements and the good things that he's done when he wasn't fighting for the spotlight for his own personal gain, but now, he should concentrate on cutting his exposure rather than cutting off anyone's nuts.

The fact that he had anything negative to say regarding Barack Obama's comments about personal responsibility should send out red flags to the ineffectiveness of Jackson as a leader today. I just don't get it – the media fills our ears with bad statistics regarding black households and when someone makes comments urging people to take responsibility for what goes on in black communities, there's an uproar? I guess now the only thing we've learned is that Bill Cosby can't say it and neither can Barack Obama. Then, somebody please tell me who can?

In all fairness to Rev. Sharpton, he said on his radio show today that he did not agree with what was said by Rev. Jackson nor did he understand Jackson's need to make such comments. Rev Sharpton solidly supports Obama and stated that.

This is Rev. Jackson's mess, let him be in it by himself.

When ambulance chasers open there mouths the SIREN goes off.
Sirens prouduce loud noises to get your undivided attention.
TURN THE MIKE AND CAMERA OFF.

Jesse Jackson needs to leave politics and civil rights altogether!! He does not speak for me and never has. His day in the sun is over and he looks like a petty 12 year old talking behind someone’s back. If he had a legitimate issue with how Obama addresses segments of America, could not he have discussed this with him "directly"? How cowardly! There is NO way what he said was taken out of context or could be accepted in another venue.

Personally I cannot think of one thing that Jesse Jackson has done to benefit me or anyone. Obama is trying to benefit “all” Americans by running for president and Jesse Jackson is thinking only about himself and his jealous hearted agendas. Jesse is no more than a con man who is trying to keep his meal ticket around swindling Afican Americans out there money. And how stupid does he think people are you cannot say you support Obama’s campaign and say things behind his back. If I was FOX news I would promote the guy who left the mic on and helped let the world see the truth about this guy.

Some Reverend he is.

Wow! It amazes me how these supposed "Men Of The Cloth" talk and behave when they think we can't hear them!

I agree that Jesse's comments were wrong. I also agree that he could be jealous because of the inspiration and enthusiasm that Barrack has brought to this country. In the past, we as black americans have acted like crabs in a bucket. When one gets up, the others try to bring him back down. This is one of those times! Stop hating Jesse! At the same time, Jesse has done a lot for the black community that has attributed to growth. If we didn't march and boycott we would not have the leverage that we have now! So thank you Jesse for that! Now sit down and shut up unless you have something positive to say about Barrack Obama!

Jesse Jackson should be forced to step down as the head of the Rainbow Push Collation, Rev. Jackson is a RACIST!!!! He is the first to attack others when comments are made that HE thinks are inappropriate. Other black leaders and the media should request that he step down from the Rainbow Push Collation, don’t allow him to get a free pass.

My blood used to boil whenever I heard this guy open his mouth. Then I realized one day that it is not him. It's actually my fellow Americans, smart but naive let him open his mouth by virtue of the fact they listen to him. I also realized that it is the media who let's him speak by virtue of giving him time on the air. Ever since, my blood stopped boiling.

Unfortunate fact is that this guy could have taken advantage of media time and people listening to him instead of proving that he is like garbage who could not handle fame.

I am so tired of ‘famous’ people saying things they should not even be thinking and then 2.35 seconds later getting on their high horses and apologizing and saying they didn’t mean it! Give me a freakin’ break! The only reason they apologize is because they were ‘overheard’ by someone. That type of apology is meaningless.
Wasn't Jackson one of the vocal up right never do wrong people who blasted Imus a little bit ago?
Obama has way more class than Jackson will ever have. Jackson is a person who NEEDS to be controversial otherwise people will just forget him. And to me, that sounds like something I would love to do!

Oh I’m sorry………who were we talking about again?

Rev. Jessie has no business calling himself Rev.! Rev.'s do not act or talk that way.It's not leadership like his that people need.

Mr Jackson don`t need to talk about Obama because he has his own
to dill with Obama cares about all of use and it takes one black
person to make all blacks look bad......The world is strugling trying to
feed there childen and keep a place to stay pepole are losing there
homes, cars and jobs all because of Bush and now we have to suffer.

I hope things get better soon because the rich ant giving nathing to
poor pepole and the govrment ant giving nathing ethere thay say it`s
free money for grants but you have to get approved by that or you don`t
get the money that`s sad and i know no one well vote for Mc Cain
i don`t even have to tell you why......So thay want to about Obama hes
a good guy and if thay were smart thay well VOTE OBAMA.

I don't think Jacksons or Sharptons actions or words help the black community. As long as they create a controversial atmosphere regarding blacks they will make money. It is in Jacksons and Sharptons best interest to keep blacks in a deprived state of mind as social outcasts hated by the world.

The reality is that they (Jackson and Sharpton) are stupid and say bad things about black (Obama) people because they have so much hate in their heart and can't stand that whites and other races like Obama. This is not a perfect world, but they are not helping any situation on any side! I guess to be a real Black person you must hate everyone...??Right Jackson!

Why the double standard? It is ok for Jessie Jackson to make such a degrading remark about Obama, but when Don Imus made a totally irresponsible remark he was crucified. Where is the fairness? I am sick of Jessie Jackson and Al Sharpton, these two men create a lot of racial tension because of their words and actions. I am a fifty year old woman, I did not cause the problems of African Americans, and I am tired of hearing how blacks are mistreated in this country. I voted for Hillary in the primary election. Then, I was undecided how I was going to vote in the general election. Now, I think I will vote for McCain because I am sick of hearing about all this racial crap.

Its sad to think of how we neglect the affect of Rev. Jackson's comments will play out on Sen. Obama's wife and children, now and in the future, as we are living in a historic time that will be recorded for and read by future generations of americans and the world.

Jackson is the same as all that have notoriety, fame and wealth without the proper moral fiber. This is not the first time or the last this scumbag has been caught, it won't be the last. This just goes to show how they are one way in the public eye and behind close doors totally different. Black, white, red, yellow, or brown people are people good or bad. I hope that no one is under the delusion that this is an iscolated case. This type of perons and behavior is what is destroying our society today. There are no hero's anymore. Bring on Ron Paul! A man beyond reproach.

Rev Jackson and Rev Sharpton are two racist idiots who hide behind religion to comment and put a racist twist on anything that has something to do with African American people.

It was time for the American people (regardless of the color) to see who they really are. It is easy for them to get on TV and blast others, but don't do it to them cause it is wrong.

Both should be banned from TV and Radio.

Why would anyone need an enemy with Jesse Jackson as a friend and so called supporter! Like they say be careful about who you choose as a friend. His son one of the head kickers of Obama's Campaign and he made those remarks about Obama! And now this!
Jackson like Sharpton is a trouble maker. Both love to get their face in front of a camera. Neither have any credability. And nothing they could say would surprise me!

I think the media is blowing this whole thing out of proportion. Yes, he made an inappropriate comment and timing and place didn't help either, but this is Rev. Jesse's true feelings. We live in a democratic society that gives us the constitutional right of "freedom of speech"! I think the Rev. and Obama has "a father-son sort of relationship." This is probably a comment the Rev. would have made in front of Obama due to the nature of the relationship we all know they have. Obama is an all nation presidential candidate and I think the Rev. understands that, and all black, white, latino etc...have come to turns with that.
Rev. Jesse is an activist and he is the kind of man who never seems shy to speak his mind. In this case, he has apologized numerous times, he feels sorrowful and deeply regret his comments. I believe he means it. Is not like none of you has never made such a comment before. There are so many people/supporters who are talking behind Sen. Obama's back. So, we should all get over this and move on and concentrate on the issue at hand. That is, how we can elect Sen. Obama.

Jesse Jackson seemingly has nothing better to do with his time than sit around and wait for someone to say or do something considered "off color". I am blown away by the lack of news coverage of him finally show HIS true colors. When Jackson comes across something that he feels is unfair or discriminatory, the papers, television and radio airways are flooded with him droning on and on about said unfair situation for weeks, sometimes months. I think it is only FAIR that he receives as much time in the spotlight for his words and actions as would be given to someone he "outs" for theirs.

I am wondering what Jackson would do if faced with a dose of his own medicine. People should be demanding that he be fired, from whatever job it is that he does (which is...?), he should be condemned to being talked about endlessly, to being demonized in all possible media formats. HE doesn't stand for mere apologies, so why is a mere apology from him all we should accept?

In closing, please do not let this story slip off the screen any time soon, people need to start practicing what they preach and hypocrites need to be marked as such in the most public of venues if they can not hold themselves true to their own words.

Oh, I see. Mr. Jackson's comments (I no longer consider him or Mr. Sharpton as Reverends) about knocking someone's nuts off would undoubtedly lead to a discussion about different medical procedures for males to avoid fathering children. Perhaps a look at how these procedures were done in the past would also be examined, including a look at eunuchs. If only Mr. Jackson made these comments at the American Medical Association's annual meeting would he have avoided the issue he is experiencing. I think I can see your point................................NOT!

Obama has done more for Black America than Jackson has done in his entre life. Obama urges all people to be accountable. Jackson urges African-Americans to continually be victims. Obama demonstrates strong moral character, while Jackson has a long history of adultery and even fathered an illegitimate child (Nice one, "Reverend"). Obama is calling on people to move forward and make changes in their lives to succeed. Jackson is still harping about the injustices of slavery (Its over. It has nothing to do with crime rates in African-American communities, rates of incarceration, high school drop out rates, or fatherless families.).

Obama shows that good character is something you strive to achieve. Jackson, obviously, hasn't put in the work to develop good character.

If Rev. Jackson is supposed to be a man of God, I'm not going to his church, either. "Show me your friends, and I'll show you who you are". my Mom used to say . Obama has Rev. Wright and Rev. jackson as friends. Hmmm

That is somthing for Jesse to say just because he
did not become persdent he is Sooooo Jealous of Obama
it is sick...... For black people to act this way to other that really make use look bad.....That black hate for one or the other to get a head thay
will try to bring them down......I don`t get it what`s worrg with use.

But not all of use are like that I still love Obmam and we still voteing
here in Memphis so Jesse I`ll pray for you and hope that God put
some love in your hart.

I do not know where to start but, guess I will start with Jesse. He do not represent the blacks in America he represent the few people who still think that this country owe the black man something. We have all the opportunity that everyone else have but, we have to fight for it. What I mean about fighting is not with you fist, gun, or with just word. We need seek out grants and sources for to fund education that available to everyone regardless of race or gender. We blame the whites for keeping us down when it really ourselves that keep us down. I could not read when I was in the seven grade due to fact that I do not try hard enough and teacher who would pass me just because they knew my parents. It is not the government job to spoon feed me I had to get off of my butt and do something. Senator Obama is the type of person I respect because he believe that we need to get up everday and go to work. Sitting around waiting for hand out will never make you grow.Jackson want (just like alot of religious people) you to always be needy so that they can keep their. Jackson ,Imus, Rush, are the same big mouth want be

I understand that Mr. Barack Obama was in an African American church when he was talking about MEN/fathers needing to take more responsibilities. But in listening to what you are playing of his speach that day, I heard him say "MEN" need to take more responsibility. He not say once that a BLACK MEN needs to do more. To me "MEN" means all MEN. Lets stop thinking that just because He was speaking in a black church, doesn't mean that he was only talking about black men.

There are a lot of white men not taking care of there responsibilities either.