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Semi-News: Jackson Charges Hurricane Katrina Proves U.S. Racist
AZCONSERVATIVE ^ | August 9, 2005 | John Semmens

Posted on 09/09/2005 2:26:43 PM PDT by John Semmens

Reverend Jesse Jackson asserted that the devastation inflicted on poor blacks by Hurricane Katrina proves America is a racist society.

“We don’t see this kind of destruction in white or Jewish communities,” said Jackson. “Why is it always poor blacks who’re hurt? It’s because our racist society wants it that way.”

Jackson said 120,000 people in New Orleans make less than $8,000 a year. “This is less than I charge for a single speech,” Jackson pointed out.

Jackson also criticized the role given to former presidents George Bush senior and Bill Clinton as coordinators for a fund raising effort following the Katrina tragedy. “Why wasn’t I asked to lead this relief effort?” Jackson demanded to know. “As a Black man, I can feel their pain just as well, if not better than Bill Clinton. And my fees are quite reasonable.”

Jackson spoke after leading a bus convoy into New Orleans to give a speech to 450 students trapped at Xavier University. “If you’re Black and you live in a shack, your race will trap you in this place,” said Jackson.

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1 posted on 09/09/2005 2:26:52 PM PDT by John Semmens
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And all you black folks run back to Louisiana so you can vote for Ol' Massa Blanco. The woman who said you didn't need food and water.


2 posted on 09/09/2005 2:28:21 PM PDT by popdonnelly
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LOL!


3 posted on 09/09/2005 2:28:29 PM PDT by MEG33 (GOD BLESS OUR ARMED FORCES)
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To: John Semmens

Jackson also criticized the role given to former presidents George Bush senior and Bill Clinton as coordinators for a fund raising effort following the Katrina tragedy. “Why wasn’t I asked to lead this relief effort?”



Because we don't want all the money to go to whoever your girlfriend is at the moment, Jesse.


4 posted on 09/09/2005 2:28:59 PM PDT by Dreagon
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Well if they mayor had been there the people would've had the Black leader they elected.


5 posted on 09/09/2005 2:29:00 PM PDT by CommieCutter
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To: John Semmens

Is it completely my imagination or did all the liberals take a retardo pill the day before the hurricane???


6 posted on 09/09/2005 2:29:30 PM PDT by Hi Heels (Guns kill and cause crime? Dang, mine must be malfunctioning....)
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To: John Semmens
The Chief Looter is going to milk this for all it's worth.
7 posted on 09/09/2005 2:29:39 PM PDT by Mr. Mojo
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Everyone knows Katrina was white...


8 posted on 09/09/2005 2:30:03 PM PDT by frankjr
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To: Hi Heels

It wasn't a pill it was an IV needle.


9 posted on 09/09/2005 2:30:16 PM PDT by cripplecreek (If you must obey your party, may your chains rest lightly upon your shoulders.)
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To: John Semmens
"Jackson said 120,000 people in New Orleans make less than $8,000 a year. “This is less than I charge for a single speech,” Jackson pointed out"

Jesse, you shouldn't be paid a dime for your race baiting.
I suspct it's the Harvards and Bezerkleys of the world that pay your bill, and not the people you purport to represent.
10 posted on 09/09/2005 2:32:30 PM PDT by DAC22
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To: Dreagon

Jesse has a great way of getting contributions: Give me money, or I'll call you a racist.


11 posted on 09/09/2005 2:32:54 PM PDT by popdonnelly
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To: John Semmens
Reverend Jesse Jackson asserted that the devastation inflicted on poor blacks by Hurricane Katrina proves America is a racist society.

Grrrrrrr! He is not a Reverend!

12 posted on 09/09/2005 2:34:30 PM PDT by cardinal4 ("When the Levee breaks, Mama, you got to move....")
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To: John Semmens

If I was Mr Jackson, I would be careful. The same creator that could change the course of a hurrican, also controls lightning bolts.


13 posted on 09/09/2005 2:35:07 PM PDT by hadaclueonce (shoot low, they are riding Shetlands.....)
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This guy is an evil demagogue. He doesn't care about healing racial tensions. He wants to foment them!


14 posted on 09/09/2005 2:35:52 PM PDT by Unam Sanctam
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You know, it's telling that I can't recognize what's a parody and what's a real article anymore....


15 posted on 09/09/2005 2:36:05 PM PDT by mwyounce
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To: John Semmens

Amazingly close to the real thing!!!


16 posted on 09/09/2005 2:36:09 PM PDT by Chi-townChief
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To: popdonnelly

Yep... this guy heard 200 billion in relief and shows up for his cut.


17 posted on 09/09/2005 2:36:10 PM PDT by kjam22
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To: MEG33
Why is it always poor blacks who’re hurt?

Because the leaders they have chosen for themselves never show up BEFORE the storm.

They only show up AFTER the storm to stand on the bodies of their dead "constituents" to grab money and power.

18 posted on 09/09/2005 2:36:18 PM PDT by Howlin (Have you check in on this thread: FYI: Hurricane Katrina Freeper SIGN IN Thread)
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To: John Semmens

Does Trent Lott live in a black neighborhood? Guess we learn new things everyday.

Jesse is a race baiter. But he's also a racist. And you, sir, are NO Reverend of the Lord's.


19 posted on 09/09/2005 2:36:48 PM PDT by Soul Seeker (Barbour/Honore in '08)
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God forbid any whites were hurt in Hurricane Katrina along with blacks. Its not like its a 100% black community.


20 posted on 09/09/2005 2:37:00 PM PDT by SkiPole18
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