My name is Derek and I'm 30 years of age and I'm in school for Computer Information Systems Business Administration. I'm interested in sports, reading, writing and listening to music among other things. My blog address is http://threefoureighty.clipz-You can also follow him on twitter @Mo_Reasestatus.com/.
3!> What do you think about the way the media portrays or covers affairs dealing with African Americans?
In my opinion, I feel as though the media makes it a point to exploit us whenever a scandal. You'll hear about us doing something negative in that light rather than hear of how we're making efforts to improve our communities.
12!> Do you believe that college or higher education necessary to be successful?
It's nice to have that education under your belt, but now and days you hear success stories of how some multi-millionaires made it big without having a college degree. But that number is very small.
18!> How do you feel about the word ‘Negro’ being on the 2010 census form??
I don't see what the uproar is about. We've called each other worse things than 'negro' so folks need to just chill out. I bet they would die if 'colored' was on there.
2!> What do you think of when you hear the words "Record Deal"?
To quote Mos Def from 'Brown Sugar': You're gonna sign me for pennies and sell my publishing for millions.
4!> Do you feel like the recession is over?
My life is a recession, so I've been taught how to survive. It's these other people that never experienced anything like this that can't function.