Jacques Durand

[Ryan Shead @RyanShead]

@elonmusk You have tweeted about this over 100 times now trying to make liberals seem like the problem.

It’s you, you’re the problem.

[Bill Madden @maddenifico]

The gentleman is spot-fucking-on. 🎯🎯🎯👇

[Bishop Talbert Swan @TalbertSwan]

When Kyrie Irving shared a link to a controversial movie, the ADL swiftly condemned him, demanding apologies, donations, and reparative actions. Kanye West’s offensive comments about Jewish Americans resulted in him losing billionaire status. Yet when Elon Musk makes an unmistakable Nazi salute—an act they themselves acknowledge as concerning—the ADL calls it an ‘awkward gesture’ and excuses it.

This double standard is glaring. When Black men make even the slightest misstep, they are vilified, condemned, and told to grovel. But when a white billionaire like Musk does something blatantly offensive, it’s brushed aside as clumsy or accidental.

Where is the same energy? Why the selective outrage? The ADL’s actions show they are more invested in maintaining the privilege of those with power than holding everyone equally accountable. The hypocrisy is deafening, and Black people are tired of the disparate treatment.

[Nicholas Barrett @PTNickB]

@BerniceKing Nowhere can contrast be so stark in our culture as we celebrate Martin Luther King Day and the inauguration of Maga. We must surely expose our façade to heal now, or continue to live out of our past conditioning. #mlkday2025 @BET #Inauguration2025 @TPstudios #MLK #MLKDay

[Be A King @BerniceKing]

I want to say to all of the Charlies of the world who are erroneously, yet “declaratively,” conveying that my father’s influence and the way he is honored are unwarranted:

I’m clear on why you do it.

It’s the same reason now that it was then.

It’s the reason that led the government to assassinate him.

It’s a desire to make the ideology of white supremacy, inclusive of economic disparity and militarism to protect unrighteousness empire, a consistent and persistent implementation.

Daddy stood against that, envisioned the eradication of racism, militarism and poverty, and was working on his vision becoming a reality.

The work continues…we won’t stop.

#MLK #MLKDay #KingThings #KingHoliday

[Christopher Webb @cwebbonline]

I don’t know who did this, but thank you 🤣

[Jacques Durand @jacqduran]

@MrChuckD

[African Stream @african_stream]

CONGO'S NEW RAP SENSATION
RADIATES HOPE

Is the world on the brink of discovering a groundbreaking rap talent from the heart of Africa?

That's the buzz circulating online as a young boy from the Democratic Republic of Congo captivates audiences with his powerful lyrics highlighting the struggles of his homeland. Social media is abuzz with claims that he embodies authenticity in the rap scene, channelling genuine emotion and lived experiences into his music.

This rising star is nurturing his extraordinary gift at the Invisible Kids Academy, a non-profit institution located in the war-torn eastern region of Congo. The Academy provides orphaned children with opportunities to express themselves through art, dance and music, offering them a glimmer of hope.

In the viral video, our young rapper is joined by another boy skilfully imitating percussion instruments, creating a performance that resonates with viewers around the world.

His rap tackles harrowing themes such as child soldiers, gender-based violence, displacement, massacres, the exploitation of natural resources and political assassinations.

The history of the Democratic Republic of Congo has been marred by turmoil since King Leopold II's brutal reign began in 1885. Following its independence in 1960, the country faced the assassination of its pan-African leader Patrice Lumumba in 1961, orchestrated by imperialist forces, and the rise of the Western-backed dictator Mobutu Sese Seko, who exploited the nation’s wealth until his removal in 1997. For three decades, foreign interests have battled for control over an estimated $24 trillion in mineral resources, resulting in the deaths of around six-million people, the displacement of over seven million, and leaving more than 25 million in dire need of food.

In a world that's grown numb to the ongoing tragedies of the Congo, this vast Central African nation may have just unearthed a vibrant new voice capable of reigniting global interest and compassion for its enduring struggles.

Video credit: invisible_kids_academy on IG

[Joe Walsh @WalshFreedom]

“These fires were unstoppable,” this fire chief said. The dry conditions, the 100 mph winds that grounded ALL air support the first 27 hrs, made these fires “unstoppable.” EVERY firefighter has said the same. You can choose to accept that hard truth or you can choose the easier path and be like Trump & @elonmusk & too many others and just get political & blame someone.

[Bill Madden @maddenifico]

Nothing this gentleman says about the psychotic shitstain is wrong. 😳👇

[Jacques Durand @jacqduran]

👇🏾

[Michael Harriot @michaelharriot]

If anyone knows anything about “wokeness” CRT, the national anthem and being a real American, it’s Brett Favre

A (short) thread

[AFRICAN & BLACK HISTORY @AfricanArchives]

A young boy dresses up to have his photo taken, circa 1905.

[Jacques Durand @jacqduran]

👇🏾

[Earl Landix ��🇸 @EarlLandix]

Gen Z Historian interviewing Larry Callies on the history of Black American Cowboys.

[Earl Landix 🇺🇸 @EarlLandix]

Gen Z Historian interviewing Larry Callies on the history of Black American Cowboys.

[TheHub.News @karenhunter]

In 2025 and beyond: We mind our business. We drink our water. We sip our tea. We do NOT engage. We do not meddle. We let this play out the way it is supposed to. And while the chaos ensues, let's make sure we're creating, building, growing, and doing.

[bleedzgreen @BL33DZGR33N]

@theGPeezee @jemelehill https://t.co/mVZAFpwdw4

[Jacques Durand @jacqduran]

@jemelehill Fact.

[Cori Bush @CoriBush]

Never forget that Deadly Governor Parson refused to grant clemency to Marcellus “Khaliifah” Williams—a Black man with an overwhelming innocence claim. Instead Parson had him executed.

This is white supremacy in action.

[Vatnik Soup @P_Kallioniemi]

Been a while since the last meme thread.

So, post your favorite "President Elon" memes below!

[Jacques Durand @jacqduran]

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