sumpter

@sumpter (214)

United States • Age 40

Joined myLot 18 years ago

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Is Homophobia accepted in the African American Community?

sumpter @sumpter (214) • United States 11 Sep 08

While gay rights have made some gains in other communities, gay rights still lacks much movement and support among African Americans. Why do you think this is so?

african americans

gay rights

homophobia

Chicago is moving toward an all gay school

sumpter @sumpter (214) • United States 11 Sep 08

Chicago is following in the likes of New York by having a all gay school in their school system. New York has the Harvey Milk school, which caters to LGBT students. It gives them a place to learn without being judged or attacked...

Maury Povich? Does he really care about his show guests?

sumpter @sumpter (214) • United States 11 Sep 08

Every time I get a chance to see this show, it is about paternity tests and paternity tests. Isn't there some more, interesting subjects to talk about?

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What issue would most sway your decision this election?

sumpter @sumpter (214) • United States 11 Sep 08

For me, the economy will be the biggest factor in my decision this november. I want to vote for someone who will get our ecconmy back in tip top shape.

2008 election

biggest issue

economy

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Does HIV Really Cause AIDS?

sumpter @sumpter (214) • United States 11 Sep 08

I have been doing some research into the subject and I am curious to see what my fellow mylotters think. I mean, there is a whole line of work out there that works to discredit the formed opinion that HIV is the virus that causes...

aids

hiv

science

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AIDS and the African American Community

sumpter @sumpter (214) • United States 11 Sep 08

In recent news we have seen that AIDS in the African American community has gotten out of control. So many questions have arisen from the startling numbers, numbers that show African American women are the fastest growing number...

african american community

african american women

aids

hiv

women

Charlie Rangel, Not paying taxes?

sumpter @sumpter (214) • United States 10 Sep 08

It broke my heart to read the headlines of todays NY Times. It read the chairman of the House Ways and Means committee NY Rep. Charlie Rangel had not paid in excess of $75,000 in taxes on his beachfront property in the Domincan...

beachfront

charlie rangle

domincan republic

house of representatives

ny rep

taxes

ways and means

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Tomorrow is the 7th anniversary of 9/11. Do you remember what you were doing?

sumpter @sumpter (214) • United States 10 Sep 08

I know that this was a horrific experience for the whole country. For me, talking and writing which I do best eases my tension and makes it easier to cope. Please I look forward to the many stories that I hope people would...

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Barack Obama Jesus?

sumpter @sumpter (214) • United States 10 Sep 08

The Obamamania has just gotten a little more crazy. Comparing Barack Obama to Jesus? I am a strong supporter of Barack, but even I think that is a little bit out there. What do you all think?

barack obama

jesus

the chosen one

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Decline in Men's Tennis

sumpter @sumpter (214) • United States 9 Sep 08

I do not know about you, but ever since Pete and Andre retired, mens tennis hasn't been the same. And with Roddicks demise at the US open, their chances do not seem promsing. America, whats gone wrong?

andy roddick

mens tennis

us open

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What is the best way to introduce a new pet?

sumpter @sumpter (214) • United States 9 Sep 08

I am thinking of getting another cat, but I want to know what affect that will have on my one year old cat. What are some of the experiences out there? I know it can be difficult, and cats are very territorial. But I think the...

cats

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Too Much Palin?

sumpter @sumpter (214) • United States 9 Sep 08

The media sure does a great job at plastering the American people with the politicans and Palin is no different. Quite honestly, I am already tired of her. They did the samething with Obama; bringing his numbers down. The news is...

media

obama

palin

too much media attention

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Do the Pats have a Chance this Year?

sumpter @sumpter (214) • United States 8 Sep 08

Now with Brady out for the rest of the season, do the Pats have a chance this season? Or will we see a repeat with the NY Giants?

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Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae Bailed out?

sumpter @sumpter (214) • United States 7 Sep 08

News broke today that the federal government might bail out investment giants Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae. This would all be at the expense of the American taxpayer and it would not be cheap. What do you all think about this. Refer...

federal government

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Second Stimlus: Will it really make a difference?

sumpter @sumpter (214) • United States 5 Sep 08

Congress is considering a second stimiulus for the country in the coming weeks. Is this the boost we need to get this country back on track, or just a band aid for a much larger problem? What do you all think?

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Is the Government Solely Responibile for the Record Job Lost?

sumpter @sumpter (214) • United States 5 Sep 08

Who is the blame for the recent news on job lost and who should be held accountable? Is it the government's faul, or private industry? What can be done to turn around the unemployment rate?

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Was the Giants win last year a fluke?

sumpter @sumpter (214) • United States 5 Sep 08

I am a Giants fan and was thrilled with their win last year. However, I am also realistic and know my team. Is this something I should expect this year, meaning another win? Whose in this with me??

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Top Ways to work on Trust

sumpter @sumpter (214) • United States 5 Sep 08

Right now I need to work on trust with my SO...this seems to be the hardest thing to ever do. For those who been there, what are some of the things to do to really start trusting again. Any pointers?

love

relationships

working on trust

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Credit Unions? Do They Have a Real Benefits

sumpter @sumpter (214) • United States 5 Sep 08

I am about to join a credit union and I am just trying to see how different they are from regular bank accounts. Anyone out here have some tips about what credit unions actually do.

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Palin got it wrong on community organizing!

sumpter @sumpter (214) • United States 4 Sep 08

I was so excited to hear her speak tonight and she was pretty good until she started feeding into the partisan crap. Her poking fun at community organizing was sad. What does she think the PTA represents? That is a form of...

barack obama

community organizing

partisan

republican national convention

sarah palin

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