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Unfortunately, political poll after political poll reveals that the presidential election of 2012 has much to do – in fact, more to do – with the race of the presidential candidate than most anything else.
Romney supporters, including his son Tagg, have moved away from dog whistle politics and are now engaging in outright disrespectful and racist campaigning.
While it is reported that 94% or more of African-Americans support President Barack Obama over Mitt Romney in the upcoming national presidential election, the rarely-spoken question is: Are many African-Americans only voting for Obama because he's black?
While there's nothing wrong with an African-American president speaking in a black dialect, there is something terribly wrong with him speaking in a black accent and cadence when undoubtedly inciting racism to a predominantly African-American audience.
The media keeps suggesting that the racism regarding candidates has to do with whites not wanting to vote for a black man, even though Barack Obama won a presidential election with a great amount of white support in 2008. What the media isn't talking about is the NBC-Wall Street survey results which say that there are basically no black supporters for the Caucasian candidate, Mitt Romney, in 2012.
In 2008 it seemed we had entered a new era of post-racial politics, but the dog whistle politics of the Grand Old Party has again raised its ugly head. In fact, since Obama's election the Tea Party Republicans efforts to race bait have only increased.
Police in South Jersey are looking for the vandals who spray-painted racial slurs in a historically black section of Haddon Township over the weekened.
Villanova University held its "One Book" lecture on Friday afternoon, featuring a Haverford man who spent several years of his childhood living in a Japanese American internment camp in Arizona.
Everett Gillison disputes a recent report that the Philadelphia Fire Department is "rife with racial division."
New Castle County Police Detectives have arrested a 16-year-old male and charged him with a hate crime and related offenses.
A federal lawsuit has been filed on behalf of Gloucester Township public works employee Steven Brodie Jr., who says he was taunted by two colleagues because of his race and the township did nothing about it.
Delaware State Police are investigating after a Dover-area man found racist graffiti on his home.
Philadelphia police arrested and charged Abdul Ford, 22, with sexually assaulting two people within a matter of hours of each other in Point Breeze.
Three men were sentenced to life without parole in connection with a 2021 deadly ambush in West Philadelphia.
While "home" physically looks different for the Sanchez family — the Ronald McDonald House on Chestnut Street feels just like it.
For this mother and son from Jamaica, the Ronald McDonald House in Camden has become a vital and heartwarming home away from home.
The Light the World Giving Machines are collecting donations for six local and global charities this year in Philadelphia.
Philadelphia police arrested and charged Abdul Ford, 22, with sexually assaulting two people within a matter of hours of each other in Point Breeze.
Three men were sentenced to life without parole in connection with a 2021 deadly ambush in West Philadelphia.
While "home" physically looks different for the Sanchez family — the Ronald McDonald House on Chestnut Street feels just like it.
For this mother and son from Jamaica, the Ronald McDonald House in Camden has become a vital and heartwarming home away from home.
The Light the World Giving Machines are collecting donations for six local and global charities this year in Philadelphia.
Philadelphia police arrested and charged Abdul Ford, 22, with sexually assaulting two people within a matter of hours of each other in Point Breeze.
Three men were sentenced to life without parole in connection with a 2021 deadly ambush in West Philadelphia.
While "home" physically looks different for the Sanchez family — the Ronald McDonald House on Chestnut Street feels just like it.
The Light the World Giving Machines are collecting donations for six local and global charities this year in Philadelphia.
The viral Portal art installation is helping connect Philadelphians to cities across the globe.
For this mother and son from Jamaica, the Ronald McDonald House in Camden has become a vital and heartwarming home away from home.
New Jersey Rep. Mikie Sherrill, a Democrat, says she is running for governor in 2025.
We have a good chance to see some rain in the Philadelphia region Wednesday and Thursday.
Sunday is a pleasant day with mostly sunny skies to start, and a much lighter breeze.
The most wonderful time of the year is fast approaching which can only mean Christmas shoppers are about to take over malls in full force.
We have a good chance to see some rain in the Philadelphia region Wednesday and Thursday.
Sunday is a pleasant day with mostly sunny skies to start, and a much lighter breeze.
Wilmington police are investigating a hit-and-run crash that critically injured three women early Saturday morning.
High pressure will build in from the Midwest for the weekend promoting plenty of sunshine and providing drier air and breezy conditions for Saturday.
Saint Mark's High School in Wilmington hosted a special event Monday to honor veterans, military members and their families.
Meet Hassan Paige, a man from Bucks County, who is one of the finalists of the "2024 Ultimate Men's Health Guy."
Years after suffering a birth injury, Ryan Stehlik is playing lacrosse and wants to eventually become a physical therapist and help others.
This nonprofit, Climbing for Community, helps connect children in underserved communities with the benefits of rock climbing.
The 65-year-old actor and stand-up comedian, best known for portraying Joey Gladstone on "Full House," said he first noticed symptoms in October.
Dozens of young women from Philadelphia were encouraged to pursue careers in STEM during an event at Penn Medicine.
Six Flags announced it shut down the Kingda Ka and Green Lantern roller coasters to make way for two new rides including The Flash coaster.
Xfinity Live!, the popular bar and entertainment venue at the South Philadelphia Sports Complex, is getting a multi-million dollar makeover.
The Hershey Company recently announced the acquisition of the sour candy brand, Sour Strips.
Von Maur, one of the country's top retailers, held its grand opening Saturday at South Hills Village.
Devon Seafood in Philadelphia's Rittenhouse Square is set to close on Dec. 31.
Some members of Philadelphia City Council want federal funds from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to save SEPTA, which is facing a fiscal cliff.
A driver had to be extricated after his truck and a school bus crashed in Lower Moreland. At least one student had minor injuries.
Lower Merion Police have located the vehicle and driver wanted in a deadly hit-and-run of a woman in a wheelchair along City Avenue.
Federal money used to help SEPTA make up for lost riders is about to run out – and major cuts could be coming if that money is not replaced.
All lanes reopened after a crash blocked westbound lanes of the Pennsylvania Turnpike near Bensalem on Tuesday morning.
The Temple University athletic department announced that Stan Drayton is leaving the Owls football program after joining the team as head coach in 2021.
Travis Konecny's two goals and Matvei Michkov's two assists secured the Flyers' third straight win as they defeated the Sabres 5-2.
The Orlando Magic pulled away in the fourth quarter to a 98-86 win over the Philadelphia 76ers in an NBA Cup game.
Mike Tyson, a boxing legend, and Jake Paul, a social media legend, threw down Friday in Dallas. Financially, they both came out winners.
The Eagles' win improves the Birds to 8-2 and extends their winning streak to six games.
With the release of part one of her new memoir, Cher talks about her relationship - on stage and off - with Sonny Bono, and why their TV partnership survived beyond their marriage.
The most wonderful time of the year is fast approaching which can only mean Christmas shoppers are about to take over malls in full force.
Another work week is in the books, and now it's time to celebrate your much-deserved downtime. Here's what's going on in Philadelphia this weekend.
Mike Tyson, a boxing legend, and Jake Paul, a social media legend, threw down Friday in Dallas. Financially, they both came out winners.
Jason Kelce and Stevie Nicks have ousted Mariah Carey atop the iTunes holiday song chart with their single "Maybe This Christmas."
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Middle school students in Philadelphia got the opportunity to do hands-on learning during the school district's five-day career and technical camp.
With her Girl Talk mentoring program, one Philadelphia teen turned her camp days into a safe space to discuss social issues young girls face every day.
Recent high school graduate Sylvain Farrell says his temporary position at a local clinic is the pathway to a full-time career.
A Philadelphia student won an award from NFL Films for his documentary on bringing back sports teams at his Kensington school.
A group of East Norriton eighth graders took what started as an Earth Day project and made a whole initiative.
The iconic Great White roller coaster is being upgraded with new trains and other enhancements designed for a smoother and faster experience.
Joe Callahan is a core team member of Portal.org, the organization behind the viral art installation, which is helping to spread love by making connections around the world through art and technology.
The Light the World Giving Machines are back for a second year at Philadelphia's Fashion District.
The contract with SMART Local 1594, the union representing SEPTA workers in the suburbs, ends at midnight.
Monday will be mild and sunny with highs near 68 degrees by the afternoon. Temperatures cool down a bit Tuesday, with our next chance for steady rain moving into the region Wednesday into Thursday. Meteorologist Kate Bilo has your NEXT Weather forecast.