Author: Ali Akbar

From mainstream media commentators to General Colin Powell to rival John McCain – all give Barack Obama credit for “inspiring” people. My own fascination brought me to take my youngest brother to Obama’s rally during the heat of the Democratic Primary when Obama stopped in Dallas. We waited for several hours to watch Obama speak […]

Identity What makes Obama “black?” It’s a question that’s been swirling in my mind for well over a year now. I’ve been putting off writing this, because I’m honestly afraid of what I might say. What will I feel? Will I be another Uncle Tom? Hell, what made President Clinton the “first Black President?” It […]

As a biracial young Republican, I know scrutiny very well. I believe in a limited government, reasonable regulations, and moral mandates that would serve the greatest number. We have a problem. A big problem. I’m on the record as being a long time supporter of the nominee. I publicly endorsed him on my blog before […]