Starmel the Author

Author of The Righteous Way (Part 1 & 2)

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‘Knowledge of Self’ reading is FUND-A-MENTAL!

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Here’s the link to my latest blog empowering the masses: http://therighteouswaybook.com/vox-populi-vox-dei-the-voice-of-the-people-is-the-voice-of-god/

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The Righteous Way (Golden Jubilee Edition) is now on Amazon Kindle, iBooks and other eReading formats.

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Tony Wright was sentenced to life with no parole over 25 years ago. Philadelphia cops framed him and put him away for a brutal crime he didn't commit. Rolling Stone Magazine did an entire article about how he was set up by corrupt homocide detectives who illegally forced his confession and planted evidence in his home http://www.rollingstone.com/culture/features/why-is-this-man-still-in-jail-tony-wright-philadelphia-20150302. He went through two trials before a jury found him not guilty of the 1991 rape and murder of an eldery woman in Philadeplphia. Thanks to zealous attorneys at The Innocence Project using DNA evidence, Tony was finally exonerated and is now free. Tony and his attorney, Nina Morrison, spoke to us today at City College about that egregious experience. Tony is doing well and he his happy to be home. Oh yeah, a federal lawsuit against those who framed him is well under way.

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Not sure of the voting process? This article provides a breakdown of who voters like you and I are voting for in the general election. Although you may be undecided or unsure of either Donald Trump or Hillary Clinton, the Electoral College will have the final say.

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The teachings explain 85% of people are easily led in the wrong direction by 10%, who keep knowledge from the majority. The poor and working-class don't see the 10%. After the death of spiritual leaders, the 10% systemically repurposed the religious, political, economic and social beliefs of the 85%. Then, there are 5% of the people (that's 5 out of 100 people) who don't believe in the teachings of the 10%. The job of the 5% is to teach the 85% (esp. the youth) in order to lead them in the right direction. The more we move forward, the more relevant the teachings become. The Righteous Way book discusses the teachings from its previous social impact in NYC to its much needed purpose today.

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Snapchat Hires New York Post President David Brinker for Role on Content Team (EXCLUSIVE)

Snapchat has hired New York Post president David Brinker to a role leading business development for the company’s content division, Variety has learned exclusively. The newspaper’s pare…

Snapchat turned down $3 billion from Facebook. A glimpse of Snapchat's business playbook is pretty interesting. Not only has Snapchat hired David Brinker but the rising company is also planning to launch its IPO next year. This could mean huge news for Snapchat users and investors. Facebook and Twitter may need to make room because Snapchat is spreading its wings.

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WHERE ARE THE GOOD COPS? RIGHT HERE! We salute these #brave NYPD officers for coming forward to expose #NYPD policy. The Commissioner kept denying the department had quotas. They denied it to the press. They denied it to the public. Where are the good officers people ask? They are right here. You don’t have to take my world for it. Listen to what these officers are saying about their own department. They represent the boldest by speaking out against illegal practices carried out by the NYPD. We encourage more good cops in all precincts to have the courage to exercise their First Amendment right to speak out against racist policing. 

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We salute Officer Nakia Jones for speaking out against racist policing. We know she may have received backlash for telling the truth, but this is the kind of bravery society needs to hear from those who are sworn to protect and serve. She should not be penalized for expressing her right to Freedom of Speech. She is a civil servant and a citizen. Her voice is protected by the First Amendment and she has a right to tell the truth about the injustice she sees.

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Congressional Black Caucus Plans March to Justice Department Over Police Shootings

At their weekly Wednesday meeting, members of the Congressional Black Caucus discussed the problem of police shootings and what to do about it. "It's become way too common, way too routine. This cannot be like business as usual anymore," said Rep. Emanuel Cleaver (D-Mo.) as he left the House floor for votes Wednesday afternoon. After…

It’s about time! It is necessary that members of the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU), the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP), and the National Center for Civil and Human Rights join the Congressional Black Caucus. Moreover, they should be joined by members of the Unites States Commission on Civil Rights, the Alliance for Justice, the Citizens Commission on Civil Rights, and the Equal Justice Network. Additionally, the Lawyer’s Committee for Civil Rights Under Law, members of civil-rights.org, the National Action Network, and the National Civic League should also join the Congressional Black Caucus. I can continue, but you see where I’m going with this. We should not underestimate the change that like-minded people can bring about when they come together. We should also not make the mistake of overestimating the assumption that these shootings will somehow stop by themselves without everyone’s participation.

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Too many state governors and legislators are quiet and passive on police-related shootings of unarmed civilians - chiefly unarmed Black people. Where is the tough talk and legislation on unjustified police-shootings? Why are government officials and legislators so quiet on these issues? Where is the leadership in state and federal government on these issues? The turmoil in North Carolina prompted Governor Pat McCrory to declare a state of emergency and deploy the National Guard and highway patrol officers to the Charlotte to help restore peace. McCoy said in a statement to Reuters reporters:

“Any violence directed toward our citizens or police officers or destruction of property should not be tolerated.” 

We understand that violence directed at any one shouldn’t be tolerated, but if you want people to take you seriously, Governor McCroy, you’re going to have to back those words up with action. The leadership in many states almost always support the decisions of law enforcement when the life of a so-called minority is taken. This sends a message that the life that was taken only mattered to the family and not the state.

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In April of 2016, I had the privilege of learning about global citizenship at the Salzburg Global Seminar in Salzburg, Austria with fellow CUNY students. Through this seminar, we learned how to live and work in the dynamic and interdependent society of the 21st century. The seminar showed us ways in which we can contribute to improving the common global welfare. As global citizens, we have come to understand the positive and negative impacts of globalization, and its effect on human society. Studying abroad was a rewarding experience, and I thank the faculty of the Global Citizenship Alliance and Queensborough Community College for the opportunity to become GCA fellow.

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It was Brandon Marshall’s First Amendment right to protest against social injustice. The same was true for Colin Kaepernick’s. The same was also true for Muhammad Ali and the many American athletes today who are bringing national attention to widespread social inequalities. In this country, athletes and celebrities have the highest salaries and get the most attention. It takes courage to truly be yourself in the spotlight, so I salute all athletes who took a stand in the past for the greater good. I salute all who are now taking a stand, or in some cases, taking a knee to bring attention to this nation’s pandemic of injustice. The First Amendment of the United States Constitution guarantees the freedom of speech and expression. NFL coaches should stop requiring their players to stand for the national anthem when NFL policy doesn’t require them to do so. For uniformity, NBA coaches should follow suit. Many athletes rarely speak out on these issues because of coach or team pressure. Some remain silent on these issues because the public backlash is too intimidating. When they do speak out or protest, their First Amendment rights should be respected. The wild and negative reactions to athlete’s exercising their rights, however, is telling of just how un-American many so-called Americans are. While it is acceptable to disagree with someone’s religious or political views, the wild behavior I’ve seen from fans and critics show the world just how un-American people can be. A true American will respect the right of another American to exercise their rights. A true American should be civilized and not turn into a mild or wild savage. A true American will take the moment to consider the injustices and inequalities that are so widespread in their own country which pledges “liberty and justice for all.”