Welcome to the Loop!

Welcome to the Loop. I have high expectations from anyone who is willing to delve into the political world here on the Loop. Please, Please, Please, be HONEST AND FAIR and don’t waste our time telling us what we want to hear, let’s talk about what we NEED to hear. I welcome your commentary.

Welcome.. take some minds off the drama that is the rich and famous… Good to see that we can talk about stuff that’s more important than who’s marrying, datin’ or knockin up who.

dueces

Great…..You guys doing it up!!!

Welcome Welcome Welcome………

This is exactly what CL needs and has been missing!!! I’m glad there is finally a serious political section! Angel, I see you doing it big for 08′ by taking the loop to a higher level!!! I definitely will be checking it out!!! Welcome to the loop J. Dakar!

Greetings young man! I look forward to reading your commentary, but am interested to know if you will be writing as someone biased towards a certain candidate, or as someone unbiased?

Also, I am slightly concerned about the women on here talking about how fine you are…. you may very well be– but what does that have to do with his view on politics. You just met the man– geez

Welcome!!! Nice to have more social and political awareness on the site! That’s what’s up!!!

C-L-A-S-S A-C-T

Concrete Loop is……………Now this what you call a A LIST BLOG SITE….The rest are still learning…..

LOVES it…..DIVERSE on dem ho’s………………………….

welcome!!!

I’ll be looking out and also inviting some of my “older” friend over for a peep.

hi! i think this is a good thing. we need more political topics on here. personally, i’m in school anyway so i’m bombarded with this type of stuff and will not be commented too much but in general it’s a good thing

Good addition to Concrete Loop. I am going to be honest, I stopped commenting on your blog because it was getting juvenille with no substance. For example, weaves, makeup, and attire of the celebrities. Maybe this can be the outreach to the younger generation to be more mndful of things that will affect our future. Thank you staff for a marvelous addition to your site.

Thanks for the love, guys (and girls). It is much appreciated, as is this great opportunity to be a part of this movement with Angel, Brian and Tianna.

#22: I had considered law school, but I am in the process of applying to Teach for America after graduation. As long as I can remember, I’ve wanted to be a lawyer. You can read more about that here.

#27: What would you say if it were? Nah, I’m kidding; I’m, perhaps, one of the nicest guys you’ll meet, but I look like I would probably beat you down & think nothing of it.

#56: I certainly hope so.

#75: Yeah, I’ve heard that…along with Tim Duncan, Tony Parker and Shane Battier. I think it also has something to do with my height.

#77: I’ll try.

#82: I plan to be as unbiased as possible and offer little or no indication as to whom I might be voting for in November. I, too, am a little concerned about that, but I hope that my words can garner as much appeal as my face.

Peace and blessings,
J. Dakar

????? WTF

LMAO@1 & 27

Welcome aboard Dakar.

Teach for America is a Great program and a wonderful way to give back & pay off those Student loans at the same time (I assume you have student loans).

I read your piece and I always wanted to be a lawyer too, but after I attended Law School I initially had regrets because I realized that I was more personally fulfilled in other areas besides the practice of law. However, I did it and it cannot be taken away from me. If I hadn’t gone I would have always been saying “what if.” So, I say all that to say…definitely follow your dreams, but there is nothing like knowing your purpose and being fulfilled by what you do. That way it never ever feels like a job. I can tell you already know this though!

Sorry to go on a personal rant, but again…WELCOME!!!

Ahh***I am so happy! ConreteLoop is already hot!! Now we can be entertained and well informed!!! Welcome Mr.Dakir…Great move CL!!

NEXT! OH WAIT, WHERE AM I, OH NO, THIS IS A GOOD THING, UPGRADE……

SORRY, SO USE TO SAYING NEXT…..

WELCOME ABOARD DAKAR….BRING YOUR “A” GAME OR YOUR ASS IS SURE TO GET CUSSED OUT…..DEUCES.

CONGRATS AND WELCOME TO CONCRETELOOP

Oh, and just wanted to say on a serious note that this is a good addition, especially to a black blog because black people are often uninformed or misinformed when it comes to politics or a politician’s position on a issue, and therefore are reluctant to vote for fear they may make a situation worse, or vote for superficial reasons.

I think this will be good, especially since there is an election upon us, and some issues and political stance should be clarified. And whereas black people probably would not have taken the time to research a issue or their politician of choice position on a matter, they can come here and get a overview (while getting the latest celeb gossip) and actually be able to articulate the depth of the reason for their vote.

Good Look CL..

But i wasn’t kidding though, step lightly, cause you will get your ass cursed out on this bitch……lol

Ah, good stuff. Welcome

The women are fawning all over this man without even CONSIDERING the fact that 9 times out of 10 he’s gay.

Welcome to concreteloop and congrats.

Can’t wait to read all your posts and what you have to say about politics and the 2008 president election.

This is why I love Concreteloop-I am so happy that you guys care about educating our Black people on today’s politics. Just imagine all the time and energy we spend on entertainment sites/blogs, if we just directed that energy towards educating ourselves…. how powerful our culture would be.

Welcome to CL!

Concreteloop this was a good idea to have this kind of material on the site.

Welcome!

See CL I told you your core could handle it,good job for making this happen.Look forward to reading what this brotha has to say.

Welcome to the Loop! Lookin’ foward to reading your post…

I’m trying to remain optimistic but somehow topics like this don’t seem to fit the format here. No offense to Angel or the other people at the wheel but the site isn’t very topic friendly as far as accessability and to be honest I don’t see much participation due to lack of interest or just plain ignorance. But what the hell…I’ll keep my fingers crossed!

Good luck!

oooo he is fine welcome honey biscuit

96.

Smokie_001
Wednesday, January 2, 2008
The women are fawning all over this man without even CONSIDERING the fact that 9 times out of 10 he’s gay.

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9 times out of 10? Please explain the logic. Better yet, nevermind, lol. I guess having a plan and being active and educated in things not associated with hip-hop demasculinates or makes men homos. By your bold assumption and lack of confidence in black men…were doomed, lol!

Wait a minute@ 96 so this guy is gay? Well he’s a fine gay man

Angel, I just want to commend you for keeping us all in the loop. I’m so proud of what this blog has become, and even though I don’t post frequently, I check it everyday

J. Dakar, welcome to CL! I look forward to hearing your opinion on the upcoming election. This year will be my first year voting, and I would really like to be informed when November comes along.

I am also considering Teach For America when I graduate. It’s a great program, and I’m promoting it at my college as much as I possibly can!

Again, welcome

nice resume.

something like Common :

conscience, strong AND lite-skinned ?!? LOL

jk, jk !

but look foward to the news bruva ! (:

Welcome to CL!! ^_^

J. Dakar - welcome. I am sure you do, but I hope you have some thick skin. People get downright mean and very off-topic in here. However, I think this is definitely a good plan for CL. @104- there are clearly people on here who have the interest and the knowledge to discuss issues more complex than the everyday celebrity fashions. People have been asking for more substantive issues and now that Angel and the crew has delivered, let’s not be negative - let’s open our minds to new subjects and actually try to learn from Dakar and each other. We’re going to need it heading into these elections. There are a lot of issues that we should school ourselves on. Come up, black people. Come on up!

[...] A few months ago, Angel from Concrete Loop hit me up inquiring as to whether I’d be interested in joining the team. Yesterday, it was announced that I am the political contributor for one of the most popular black en…. [...]

Hello and welcome to you Dakar! As a current volunteer under the NJ Barack Obama campaign, it’s great that CL is providing you the venue to relay very important information to its readers. Now I’ll definitely have to frequent this gossip site more often!

Looking forward to your commentary.

-N

BA-ROCK THE VOTE! Obama in 08!

Welcome! Looking forward to be reading your stuff - very interesting!

Just hope you won’t be as racist as CL’s other people……

Can’t wait to read your posts…..good luck.

lol@ 96

I for one am particuarly pleased and impressed with this new addition to the Loop team. As the UK is an ally of the US we recieve regular coverage of US politics particulary during election time. Over the past year with all the hoopla surrounding the imprending elections I have been concerned and alarmed by the comments regarding the presidential hopefuls by African Americans on the blogs. Now that the Loop has added this feature to the site I will be checking it more reguarly in the hope to learn new things and to get another perspective on US Politics…

HAPPY NEW YEAR..!!

Nice to meet you…look forward to your posts as well

@96 how do you know he is gay and r u sure? 78 52 and 92 do u have xm satelite radio? they have this station call The Power it is the bomb and give so many black resouces for us i always see yall postings and i see fight in yall(lol). I am looking so foward to this i am ready its like Christmas but u will get cussed out on dis mug but hey the truth hurts lol.

Welcome! I’m a native of Birmingham. I love checking in on the “loop”. I look forward to reading your postings.

This is awesome! I am so glad that CL will be keeping up the comings and goings of this election season. We need only look to Pakistan and Kenya to know that elections have CONSEQUENCES! I believe that the IOWA Caucuses will settle absolutely nothing so African American voters in South Carolina may very well be deciding the outcome of at least the democratic nomination. Thanks for engaging!

I am looking forward to this new addition. Congrads and welcome.

That’s what’s up! Way to go CL! I ADORE this site tremndously, always doing it bigger and better. Welcome to the team. I look forward to reading your works…:)

Welcome. I look forward to reading your posts!!!!

Have a very good and safe New Year and have fun posting!!! =-)

-Chynablacq
Norwalk, CT

Wow. I’m real impressed that this site is bringing a political contributor aboard. I really do look forward to reading the blogs b/c like alot of people, I really dont know too much about politics or the people trying to get my vote. Welcome brotha.

Well…where’s the post? I’m ready….

Angel, this is a GOOD look for 08. Can’t wait to read your posts!
Happy New Year! Love you guys.
Afrobella

Welcome J. Dakar . I’m looking forward to reading your commentary.

Concrete Loop, I’m impressed. This will blend well with all CL staff contributions.

Welcome brother and looking forward to reading your posts!!!!!

Welcome Mr. J Dakar, welcome.

CL let’s embrace this man’s knowledge and understanding that he is bringing to the forefront of THIS blog (cuz Lord knows we need it) - LOL

Anyway, welcome sir. Hope you enjoy it here as much as we enjoy having you.

Sit back, relax and again WELCOME!

*\o/* *\o/* *\o/* - three cheers!

congrats.. this is a great opportunity for you hope for the best in your future

peace & love

Sexy AND smart?…now thats just showing off!!

Oh, btw your pic DOES look like you just commited a white collar crime, but hey your into politics - go figure. LOL

Is that how all white collar criminals take their mugshots - in a button down and tie? LOL j/k

Again, welcome.

Welcome J Darker!!! I look forward to reading your posts. I think this is an excellent addition to CL.

Welcome….oh my you are what I call a BEST…Black, Educated, Sexy and Talented. I am anxious to read about who will become our next president, and what they have to offer.

WeLcOmE!!!……….handsome and educated….taken??? : P

[...] J. Dakar is the new political contributor at Concrete Loop. He will be hooking you up with social and political commentary, mainly focusing on the 2008 presidential election. For more info on J. make sure to check out his introductory post. [...]

That’s a good look for CL! And you’re going places. I can already tell. God bless you, brotha!

#134: Nah, just me. Haha.

#137: Nope…and in regard to #96, I am that one.

Peace and blessings,
J. Dakar

Cute and can cook? Well, tell us the important part…you single? And straight? (No diss there, but these days, ya have to ask!)

well well well let me find out ya’ll got good looking men working on this site

i defintely will be looking forward to reading all your posts lol dakar

I’m sorry, but I don’t come to CL for political commentary. But whatever, do what y’all do. I’ll be skipping right over these posts, tho, because I don’t think a gossip blog is the best place to get important info such as this. I keep up with politics by getting my information from more credible sources like the newspaper, for example. People should try picking them up more often these days!

I’m happy for CL…yall are definitely doing it up…and gaining positive respect outside of being a gossip site.

yummy yummy yummy….its about time we got someone attractive on dis joint…ill read whateva u haveto say as long as u post a pic everytime..

lol..

GREAT JOB, CL!! Black people need to know what’s going on - especially you Americans. It’s a huge year for y’all…DON’T SCREW IT UP!! Get out and vote…be counted, dammit!

@ 141

Afraid not, see #140. I cant take it. I’m moving to Jamaica.

lmao @ Gem!!!
you a fool..
you always have be cracking up.
anyway, nice to meet you sir. Welcome to the board…

me*

you said you served on the black student council, my question to you is, who was on the white student council…oh I see, there is no white student council because that’s “racist”.