well you have my complete attention handsome!!

Well I wanna work for the Loop too!! lol welcome brotha.

Welcome to the Loop! I’m looking forward to reading what you have to offer to the site.

hi
i’m can’t wait to read your posting. welcome!!!!

Nice to meet you and I look forward to reading your contributions.

welcome

Welcome! I love concreteloop.com and am glad to see another wonderful and intelligent addition to the site. Best of luck and I look forward to reading your commentary.

This is just what we need in our community and on the loop, issues that really matter that can help us progress!!! there will be no room to talk about Beyonces wig or who is doing who. As much as i like gossip THIS IS MUCH NEEDED!! plus there is nothing better than an intellegent handsome blackman. instead of all these meathead rappers and athletes!! AT LAST!!!!

Welcome brother - a serious, handsome young man about his business.
Definitely a good look.

@ # 2

Me too

Welcome! I look forward to reading your political contributions to the site. As a Birmingham native myself and a Miles College graduate of Political Science, I am so pleased that politics will be an addition to the site. Congrats!

welcome, welcome… always nice to see a young man about the business =)

Welcome Bruh! Good Look for the LOOP! Watch others follow!

Thank you Concrete Loop for bringing something for those who have an interest in more than what’s being worn on the red carpet. I was wondering if you all was ever going to bring a more well-rounded perspective to the Loop and I’m glad that you did. I definitely take my hat off to you for that. Welcome J. Dakar. I look forward to reading your commentary. It will be well appreciated.

Welcome to Concreteloop!!!!
u sure are handsome and by reading what you are talking about i coud feel the passion you have about your choosen catergory!

Welcome, sir!

Man…I am loving Concreteloop.com! You all keep stepping it up! I love the positive spin you keep on things! Not only can we come here to debate who is better between Rihanna and Beyonce…we can also come get our Clinton vs. Obama debate on! Gotta love it!

Welcome to Concreteloop!!!

I look forwarded to reading your political commentaries.

Concreteloop…doing it big!!! Congrats!!!

and your number is what again lol… no seriously this is GREAT knowing that this is my major(politics) being a lobbyist.. welcome to the loop

Welcome to the Loop Mr. J. Dakar

I will be looking foward to your comments/position on Barack Obama,our Next President !

Welcome to the Loop and i also look forward to reading your polical views.

This is why I LOVE Concrete Loop, NO OTHER SITE HAS THE THINGS THIS SITE HAS..while all these other wack ass blog sites are so eager to post LIES AND GOSSIP and MESS concreteloop looks for all the info..THE RIGHT INFO, VALID SOURCES and now gives its readers a little more than the ordinary site and actually serving something we can all use which is KNOWLEDGE!! I think its important to all of us no matter who we are black or white or wateva to actually WANT some insight and want to get involved in politics and not just that but who our next president is. I am so glad to be apart of this site lol…I just thought I should give my thoughts considering our new contributor

thanx

Welcome!!! I am originally from Alabama too! I look forward to your commentary & it doesn’t hurt that you’re easy on the eyes! Do you plan to go to Law School?

I’m glad to see Concrete Loop getting more political! The primaries will be sweeping through the nation in the coming months, and I doubt people are staying on top of the candidates’ platforms like they should — but we STAY on Concrete Loop lol.

Good Call.

Welcome my good man I look forward to hearing your views on politics and the upcoming election.

And how can I get a job (I’m sure non-paying but I don’t care) @ the CL?

Glad to see CL is taking a step in the right direction and adding a new Political contributer… all Black gossip blogs need to focus more attention on the election because this is one of the most imporatant elections in our lifetime… our nation could have it’s very first African American or Female president… CL is coming correct in 08, you guys are my favorite gossip blog!

Welcome, J. Dakar. Can’t wait to read your upcoming articles on http://www.concreteloop.com

Pleased to make your acquaintance, but your photo looks like a mugshot.

That’s wassup. Good call Angel. Even though people hate on you, you still keep it moving. And with these elections coming up this year, I will definitely check out these new political posts.

Can’t wait to see what this handsome brother is going to add to the team. Welcome!

That is definetly what I’m talking about! We need some of that on the Loop!

I’m luvin it! Welcome.

Welcome, I love the political commentary on here! It keeps me informed.

Welcome aboard! Not too big on politics but I guess I can be swayed. It’s a controversial topic so I know we’ll all have a lot to talk about. Lookin forward to what you have to offer

Welcome to the Loop!!! Very anxious on reading your political views…

Concreteloop got big things poppin already for 2008…thats a good look!!!!!!

Hey,
welcome to the CL.
now i know where to go for the
presidential information.

Angel,

I also want to commend you on being a visionary. Celebrity blogs are here to stay…whether celebrities like it or not. The minute mainstream media began to “credit” blogs and bloggers for breaking stories and using them as sources in their print publications, I knew something was happening. I mean Perez Hilton has his own reality show and was a co-host on the View. I couldn’t believe it. But I think the more prominent these sites become, there will be a separation b/w the “legitimate” ones (like CL) and the bogus ones( I could name many). And the legitimate ones will be profitable.

I commend you, Brian, and Tianna for boosting the credibility of your site by checking sources, placing value-added content, and it doesn’t hurt when a celeb like Kanye West digs your site.

Again, congrats on your foresight and keep up the good work. It’s always good to see black young people making their own way without bouncing a ball or rapping (no offense to the rappers or the b-ball players)

Ok, wow…..what a cutie. And smart too……can’t knock that kinda hustle. Can’t wait to read more from you!

Glad to see a positive spin on the CL. I hope you represent them well by being bias regardless of color or gender. Due to the fact that your commentary will be more touchy then the other postings about celebrities the comments will be more passionate. I can’t wait to see what people have to say.

Thats a good look! Welcome J Dakar, I look forward to hearing your perspectives on things….

*Obama for president*, lol

Welcome! I’m looking forward to hear you drop some knowledge!

you’re sexy… and intelligent. u get +10 points for that!!! and im glad CL.com is adding the political news as well, that’s a good look. we need to be more aware of whats going on in the country as far as politics go. welcome to CL.com!

Welcome, just what CL needs, some enlightenment!

I am glad to see this move by Concreteloop. Although, I love getting a dose of daily laughter, I am more interested in the issues that will ultimately have an impact on our lives. To introduce an educated African-American male whose focal point is on political information and progress, allows others to wakeup and see that we are so much more than the appointed title of rapper and thug.

Congrats to you and to the entire Concreteloop family.

YES CL YES! I’m loving it! This is dope for not only this site but for US!

WELCOME SEXY!

i agree with tt and may i add that you are so so so cute? ^^

Welcome!!!! your contribution is greatly needed and appreciated!!

Well, look forward to the posts…this is a great idea, by the way… Ever the cynic I must confess that your being attractive worries me…you will draw the same women who type things like “he could get it”… *sighs* But, we’ll see…
Anyway, looking forward to the posts, really… despite my constant garbage postings, I’m very much into political science (political theory, especially)…I also studied Poli Sci…so, again…this should be quite interesting.

I MAY ACTUALLY CLICK INTO CL MORE OFTEN NOW. THE BRAIN NEEDS KNOWLEDGE LIKE THE BODY NEEDS A SOUL. SO, SHOW US INTELLECTS WHAT YOU’RE WORKING WITH, BROMAN. WELCOME!

WOW, Politics, an Alabama Native and MC reppin…..I’m lovin CL more and more everyeday! Thanxs for this MUCH needed addition CL!!!!

Looking forward to readng your posts
LOL GEM

I see u CL doing it big. Welcome J. Darak to the loop

Welcome to CL…I look forward to your posts!!! With the upcoming election and sooooo many of the current events going on I’m sure we will be reading alot from you!!!

Looking forward to your posts.
It is time to get serious and VOTE people!

Welcome! This is a wonderful and much appreciated addition to CL

Looking fwd to reading some of your positive, productive, posts!

Yes, welcome J! Umm.. CL i’m just speechless.. This will actually expose ppl who won’t

get any political coverage to the facts of the upcoming election. Now, MORE ppl will go

vote and the ones that were going to vote anyway may be a little more informed and sure

of their decision. Ppl shouldn’t just vote for Obama because he’s black, am i right? They

need to know what the issues are behind each candidate. I’m super excited!

Hey J.! *Cutie*

I think i saw your blog once J Dakar and i hate reading blogs (cept for cl) but it was interesting reading. Welcome to CL.

ohhh Alo!!! I’ll definitly be lookin forward to this, nuthin bett than debating on political issues!!!

We welcom a nice supa educated brotha like yoself!!

you look like my future husband common. ok im not gonna flirt lol

am looking forward to reading more intellectual stuff on CL

Welcome……..man CL staff this gone be the MSNBC of the blogspots! I digs, I digs!

This should be a nice addidtion. Whether you are a Democrat or Republican, young people must get involved in the political process. All that has been gained in the last 40-50 is in danger of being taken away, from right to vote, assemble and protest, speech, et al. Jenna 6 was an excellent example of activism can achieve (although the leaders wilted like old lettuce, over money of course).
Lay the info on the line, young brother.

AYE BAY BAY~ WELCOME!, YEAH, UR POSTS WILL BE VERY INTERESTING, NOT THAT I WAS EVER INTO POLITICS, BUT U JUST SPARKED MY INTEREST…….

I’m definitely glad to have you on the sight.
I’m glad were going to be talking about more pertinent issues that affect us.
CL is stepping their game this year. That why this site is the best =).

site. LOL

sorry about the grammatical errors!!! that just really irks me!!!! LOL

welcome to “the loop” glad to have ya. alabama representing. good to see another brotha from alabama gettin’ luv.

peace

Like everyone else I am definitely looking fforward to your post.
Welcome handsome!

Hey and Welcome to the Loop!

I look forward to reading the commentary. I am not a huge political enthusiast .I’m sure I will be learning a lot. I am a registered voter and can’t wait to see our next president in the White House.Lord knows I’m tired of Bush.

Again welcome and it’s nice to see a well educated,young black man doing his thing.

I’m ready for some political debate. I’m so glad that CL has added this section. Especially, with the upcoming election I’m really interested to read your articles and the comments of others. I applaud you on being an intelligent black MAN that is not just sitting by, but is actually doing something. BRAVO!

**stands up and claps**
I rarely post any comments anymore but I am so proud of CL a political contributer is WHAT’S UP! You all are taking bloggin to a whole other level. **cheeses**

Oh yea WELCOME! lol

Kudos!!! to CL …This is awesome im looking forward to hearing more from him.BE ENCOURAGE

Here’s J. Dakar’s personal blog: http://www.writestateofmind.net/

not a lot of political stories but the ones he did were good

Hello J. did anyone ever tell you you favor Vin Diesel? Just a bit though, I’d like to say that you’re an attractive guy and big congrats on your new position with the loop. It’s good to have a political view inserted between the gossip, fashion, and music articles. I look forward to reading your post!

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”.

A sexy intelligent brotha will always hold my attention.

Looking for forward to the good stuff.

i really like how the loop is becoming more then a gossip site. IM SO PROUD LOL and welcome j!!!

#104: I agree that a gossip blog is not the best place to get this kind of information, but Concrete Loop is not a gossip blog. Concrete Loop is a black entertainment blog that offers celebrity news and photos, in addition to new music and now, social and political commentary. I commend you for using “more credible sources” and I urge everyone to do the same. I also urge everyone to take everything they see, read and hear with a bit of suspicion. Inform yourselves of what’s going on around you with numerous sources and always remember to, in the words of Pulitzer Prize-winning author Ernest Gaines, “Question everything. Every stripe, every star, every word spoken. Everything.”

#150: I fully understand where you’re coming from with your statement. I, too, struggled with that very same notion for years before I even joined the BSU because I had always sought student groups that welcomed everyone (That’s not to say the BSU doesn’t welcome everyone). In fact, I organized SERCH (Students for the Establishment of Racial & Cultural Harmony) during my senior year of high school to advocate unity within diversity and allow students the opportunity to take a stand to impact the world. Once I joined the BSU, though, I sought an executive position so that I could work to ensure that although the focus of the organization is on black culture, the BSU is not an institution for division of the campus community. The organization is inclusive and welcomes all students, regardless of race or ethnicity.

To all the lovely ladies:
I sincerely appreciate the kind remarks on my appearance, but I hope that my words can garner as much appeal as my face. I will mention that I am single and heterosexual, not that it really matters too much because I am here to do a job.

If I happen to make a few friends (or enemies, I should also mention), so be it, but my first priority is offering you pertinent social and political commentary so that you can take that information and research the topic more in-depth on your own and be made even more aware of the world in which we live.

This is a wonderful step for The Loop. I hope this will help to reach people who normally would not pay attention to politics. Many of us still do not realize how important political participation is and the implications are becoming increasingly dire. We all love our gossip and celebrity news, but I think that it is fantastic that The Loop has recognized the need to feed us some substance also.

Damn and you’re tall too! Hallelujah…I’m going to be reading Concrete Loop much more closely from now on!
But anyway sweetie….so what up with the caucuses tonight….c’mon get to work LOL

Okay, & wats ur number?

At first glance I thought you were X (the director). Sounds good. Seems like you got a good head on your soldier. Welcome to the ‘loop. Look forward to reading your posts.

^I meant ’sholders’. I hate how u can’t edit your comments on here.

Hello, and Welcome!

yes, ummm….back to us…………..go ahead and slip me the email, cell #, or address, whichever you prefer so we can get better aquainted, if you will….LOL, im so nutty, but um…………………really, thanx for the commentary, i see we got some quality going on, and i’m very critical and analytical, so keep your nose clean up here with your info……good work : )

Congrats and welcome.

It’s great that this site decided to take such a huge interest in this year’s election. J. Dakar, welcome and I look forward to reading your posts. Concreteloop, thanks for stepping up to the plate to keep us young folks informed about politics.

Welcome aboard can’t wait to see what you are going to bring to the table.

HEY I KNOW YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

AHHH!

Don’t know if you remember me though. We use to be friends with this girl Drea. And I had a blog once having everyone guess your race I think. Or I could be mixing you up with someone else.

Barack Obama is projected to win the Iowa caucus!!! Team Obama!

Welcome…can’t wait to see what you have to say about this 08 elections…

#164: I remember you, Drea and that blog entry, too; that was hilarious. Hope all is well.

Peace and blessings,
J. Dakar

dude here and u is fine. Lets hope its not just a pretty face cause i love this column except the beyonce hating that truy bothers me

This makes my heart really smile. I just registered to vote this year and have no real clue about the different views of each candidate. I’m on the internet too much to watch the debates and it all just sounds so confusing any way so it will be a great plus to read about here from someone who can relay it in basic terms. Thank you and welcome welcome welcome to the loop!

Oprah is NOTHING but a aunt jemima with southern roots who KNOWS HER PLACE IN THE WHITE MAN’S WORLD. She knows what to do EVEN before they direct her. She is completely indoctrinated into the slave mentality, as MOST southerners. That’s why she makes white folks millionaires with their stupid books and stupid products, but can only give black people education (tools to make them better slaves to the white man).

When Obama first won his senate race, she proposed right on TV, as programmed by her massah, that he run for president. He said a firm “No” and saracastically replied, “why don’t you run.” His wife looked alarmed at the thought. So when he started running I knew that the Aunt Jemima had done her job of producing a black candidate to improve the rascist white america’s image in the world community, and to produce the weakest democractic candidate possible to run against the republican Huckabee.

HUCKABEE WILL BE THE NEXT PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES. CLICK ON THE LINK AND SEE WHERE HE STANDS ON THE ISSUES THAT AFFECT YOU. IT AIN’T PRETTY. BLACKS AND GAYS WILL BE TAKEN DOWN, DOWN, DOWN, AS CLOSE TO SLAVERY AS THEY CAN GET. MOCK MY WORDS.

http://www.issues2000.org/Mike_Huckabee.htm

He is so nice, at least in my mind. His profile and photos were found on a interracial dating site interracialloves.com last week.

@ J. Dakar

You confused me with comments on #96 & #140. (See my comment on #147) I was all set for my move to Jamaica, lol. Welcome anyway!

Interesting @ Cleora. Something to think about indeed. Thanks for your opinion.

Whoever you are voting for, well they have my vote too! Nice to meet you sweetheart and I am looking forward to hearing your views and the 411 you will put us up on. Its always a breath of fresh air to see my brothers and sisters step their game up in the areas of life that affect us the most. So for now lets pause on the latest lace wig beyonce wore, I want to hear about the real issues that spark me the most and change history. I’m so loving this.

Dear J. Dakur or anyone else: I work at a financial establishment where there are a mixture of black, white and spanish. Oneday last week at lunch, one of my spanish co-workers arrogantly said that she felt the spanish culture is closer than the black culture. She couldnt even give legit reasoning and right away as a proud black woman I felt offended, but to my suprise a black man that I worked with totally aggreed with her and added by saying that black people have no culture. I was battling with not only someone of a opposite culture but also a black man of the same culture as myself…I couldnt believe it. I felt so betrayed by him and I was also embarassed that we shared the same race. It is bad enough that there are so many stereotypes about the black race, but its’ bad enough when we add to the delemia ourselves. If we are divided as a race then I feel it is our own fault, but I wouldnt dare give another race the satisfaction of aggreeing with their negative views. I do believe the black race could be a little tighter, but I dont feel comfortable discussing this amongst another race. Then again I also feel this is based on the individual. What do u think about what my co-workers said?

Welcome! We love you already…

@175

I do feel like our community lacks unity. And while him publicly agreeing with her may have caused you to feel some type of way…remember to never let them see you sweat, lol. Seeing how there is some truth to it, you probably should have just let it roll off your back, taking comfort in the fact that everyone is entitled to their own opinion.

Now, what gets me is that he said African Americans dont have culture. That’s insane and ignorant. It’s funny that you even said that because I had honestly been thinking about that lately. And there is only one group of people who I can honestly say I believe lack cutlure. Or perhaps we should all look up the definition of “culture” and go from there. Maybe I’ll do that now…

Hey J Karr I am a Birmingham Native. Nice to see a homeboy doing good.

Thanks 177 for your response. I know this isnt a Dear Abby column but I appreciated your words. I think alot of black people lack pride in where we come from and what we see in the mirror…some of us are wishing our hair was straighter and butts were smaller. I know everyone is entitled to their own opinion, but I felt my spanish co-worker was dispresecting me and basically saying that she felt spanish people were better than black people. I felt it was my responsibility to stand up for my culture. There was no way I could just say nothing. Besides she could have kept that to herself also.

Yeah that’s true. It’s all about how someone says something, too. If she was being arrogant like you said and basically implying that she though spanish people were better than I would have gotten pissed, too.

hey J! I remember you from the 730 forums a couple years back. You used to bring some intelligent posts. I cant wait to see what you do here.

Look forward to your input, welcome to the loop

GREAT JOB!!! NOW THAT IS WHAT I AM TAKING ABOUT!! YOU WILL KEEP US ALL INFORMED!!

PEACE AND BLESSINGS ALWAYS

CORRECTION!! THAT IS WHAT I AM TALKING ABOUT!!! (SORRY!!) YOU KNOW WHAT I MEAN!!

Hi! Congrats to you Mr. J. Dakar! Welcome to the Loop, also. It’s so nice to see someone from Alabama making major moves and doing big things! And I’m feeling the link to BSC….I love that school! But once again, welcome to the family!

This is why i freakin’ LOVE CL!! Introducing someone to contribute info on politics in soo needed in a forum like this. Angel La. you are a genius.

COOL! Im excited to read political posts… Im happy you came to CL… thats awesome!!!

Welcome

Sounds great, this will be a perfect addition to the site and I am looking forward to reading your posts.

I am glad that CL decided to add these types of entries. Welcome J. Dakar. I am born and raised in AL so please show these people what real people from the South are about. I know that you have already been Loop Approved so I know what is forthcoming will be on point. Be blessed.

Welcome. But your commentary is too Obama sided. You need to be more neutral. But welcome anyway. By the way Obama is fake and can not make change.

#191: I appreciate your candor, but I’ve only written one entry, so far, in which I even mention his name. How can my commentary possibly be “too Obama sided”?

J. Dakar,

I”ll be honest and say that I am more of a visual person than a reader…but I did read the article and you were all over the place about Obama “Victory”speech etc.. I expect a political blogger to represent all candidates (except the Republicans.) Just because Obama is black, which is still up for debate… Does not mean that all Blacks should support him. That’s the problem with our culture today we are so stuck on the appearance more than the substance of a person. I just feel you should introduce all candidates allowing the readers to make a clear choice about the candidate that best represents their core beliefs. It is sad to see this election thus far, going to heck because of two states when the remainder of the country has not even voted…and Obama and Edwards, that was disgusting how they played that tag team game with Hillary. I am a great judge of character, watch that debate again, Obama looked at Edwards as a blessing because he said everything that he could not say, for fear of looking negative.

My bad on rambling but I would like to see Hillary posted as well.

Mr. J. Dakar,

Thank you for your wonderful contribution (so far and your future endeavors) to our community, political arena, and society.

I see you are very focused (not easily swayed by the ladies’ comments), straight-forward, and conscientious. I eagerly await your blogs/commentaries/viewpoints; I believe this forum is long overdue.

I must say, not only am I impressed by your education and community relations; your kitchen skills (yet to be proven) and music collection (75GB?) show true commitment and dedication. I am sure there is some great jazz (Coltrane, Klugh, Miles, Nagee, Boney James, David Sanborn) within your vast accumilation.

I wish you much success, peace, and love.

- Kimmie

OK eveyone #194 wants everyone to know that’s she’s educated. Kimmie why not like….just say you like J .Dakar and that you hope from your post he realizes you are “Smart”, “Articulate” , “Sarcastic,” and oh I forgot “Kimmie.” Go to Perezhilton or TMZ with the mess! NEXT

#195 - Why does intelligence intimidate you? Should I only speak inappropriately to meet your standards? I speak the way I AM CONMFORTABLE; not what makes you comfortable. So jump up to my level and STOP HATING!!

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