I ADMIT TO BECOMING AN OBAMA BIRTHER! HIS BIRTH CERTIFICATE MUST BE PRESENTED AGAIN!

[Jeffersons Ghost]

We the people of the United States of America should insist that President Barrack Obama display an enlarged version of his birth certificate for Republican visitors to inspect, when they visit a historic monument to freedom and equality, called The White House.

Each of us lives a life of contradictory truths. We are not one thing or another. Barack Obama's mother was at least a dozen things. S. Ann Soetoro was a teen mother who later got a Ph.D. in anthropology; a white woman from the Midwest, who was more comfortable in Indonesia; a natural-born mother obsessed with her work and a romantic pragmatist.

When I think about my mother, Obama told me recently, I think that there was a certain combination of being very grounded in who she was, what she believed... http://content.time.com/time/magazine/article/0,9171,1729685,00.html

Although, I am Caucasian, my skin is not "white." In fact, I have never seen a truly "black" person. Here in New Mexico, I often meet Native Americans; but none of them are "red." A few Navajos and Hispanics take the time to teach me their language.

Obviously, real "birthers" were attempting to destroy the image of President Obama, with emphasis on his mixed heritage. Theoretically, Afro-American voters would not support a half breed. Though their misguided plan, press releases by birthers caused the birth certificate of Barrack Obama to become a historic relic, worthy of display in the White House.

These same racists attempted to destroy the image of one of the prettiest First Ladies to inhabit the White House. The next few photographs will put this comment in perspective.

Conservatives Criticize Michelle Obama For Bare Arms, Stay Silent On Melania Trump’s Nude Poses


Trump's wife, possible future First Lady, receives no criticism for nude photoshoots while Michelle Obama is insulted for bare arms.
Read More: http://www.trueactivist.com/conservatives-criticize-michelle-obama-for-bare-arms-stay-silent-on-melania-trumps-nude-poses/

Now, let's review some other First Ladies:

Take a look at this provocative gown, which drew no criticism, and a brief history of her service to the United Sates of America.

Jacqueline Kennedy had first visited the White House as a tourist with her mother and sister in 1941. She was dismayed to see so few historical furnishings on display and frustrated by the lack of a booklet to inform visitors about the history of the great house. Twenty years later, as first lady, she sought to change things and make the White House "the most perfect house in the United States."

Before her husband's inauguration, Mrs. Kennedy visited the White House as the guest of First Lady Mamie Eisenhower. Disappointed with its appearance, Mrs. Kennedy referred to the White House as "that dreary Maison Blanche." Calling it an "18th-century house," she believed that it should be furnished with antiques in the style of past presidents. It was, she thought, a museum that should reflect the artistic history of the United States.
"Restoration, Not Decoration"

"All these people come to see the White House and they see practically nothing that dates back before 1948," Mrs. Kennedy said in a September 1, 1961 interview with Hugh Sidey of Life magazine. "Every boy who comes here should see things that develop his sense of history. For the girls, the house should look beautiful and lived-in. They should see what a fire in the fireplace and pretty flowers can do for a house; the White House rooms should give them a sense of all that. Everything in the White House must have a reason for being there. It would be sacrilege merely to "redecorate" it -- a word I hate. It must be restored -- and that has nothing to do with decoration. https://www.jfklibrary.org/JFK/JFK-in-History/Jacqueline-Kennedy-in-the-White-House.aspx

Finally, here is a First Lady, who was not pretty. She was beautiful.


Synopsis

Born in New York City on October 11, 1884, Eleanor Roosevelt—the niece of Theodore Roosevelt—was one of the most outspoken women in the White House. She married Franklin D. Roosevelt in 1905. During her husband's presidency, Eleanor gave press conferences and wrote a newspaper column. After his death, she served at the United Nations, focusing on human rights and women's issues.

Early Life

First lady, writer and humanitarian Eleanor Roosevelt was born Anna Eleanor Roosevelt on October 11, 1884, in New York City. The niece of President Theodore Roosevelt, Eleanor was known as a shy child, and experienced tremendous loss at a young age: Her mother died in 1892 and her father died two years later, when she was just 10 years old. Eleanor was sent to school in England when she was a teenager—an experience that helped draw her out of her shell.

In 1905, Eleanor married her distant cousin, Franklin D. Roosevelt, who would later become president of the United States. The couple had six children: Anna, James, Franklin (who died as an infant), Elliott, Franklin Jr. and John. Despite her busy home life, Eleanor became active in public service during World War I, working for the American Red Cross. http://www.biography.com/people/eleanor-roosevelt-9463366#synopsis

Here is a Navajo word I learned yesterday: Ya'at eeh means "Greetings."
The Navajo language, also known as Diné Bizaad, is spoken by thousands of people in the United States and elsewhere. Navajo people are particularly proud of their ancestors, who won WWII, as code-talkers.

As usual, I will leave readers with a song by a woman who was told that she could succeed, after divorcing her husband and co-performer Sonny Bono. Obviously, the sexist critics were wrong.

[Jeffersons Ghost]

1. I forgot to mention a less famous hero in the Opening Post

For painting a nude picture of Donald Trump, with a small penis, to make an artistic statement that genitalia does not define a person, thugs, who were probably hired by Trump, stalked this woman and punched her in the eye.

Although Trump is a public figure, who - by law - must accept cartoons and comments, which criticize him, he threatened the artist with a lawsuit.

[malaise]

2. Lovely post

Rec

[Jeffersons Ghost]

3. Thank you for your comment and recommendation, which gives this tribute to equality greater exposure

This Opening Post by dixiegrrrrl caused me to become concerned about you.
http://www.democraticunderground.com/10028202606

[Jeffersons Ghost]

4. do you think I should put this OP in my journal?

[malaise]

5. Definitely

[Jeffersons Ghost]

6. Thanks for your very important replies, to allow me one more response, before I add this to JOURNAL

This is an oddly inspired song, isn't IT?

[Jeffersons Ghost]

7. and a page from a book I wrote, for my Journal

Artwork by Pamela Colman Smith, who died in poverty, after creating artwork for the most popular Tarot deck in history.
17 – THE STAR
Egyptian art portrays goddess of the sky Nuit, as a nude woman, with a star covered body, arching across the sky. Perception of Divinity is irrelevant, after feelings helplessness develop. The Star implies seeking guidance from higher powers. If faith abandons you, The Star rises to illuminate a fresh perspective. Occasionally darkness even settles on a path to enlightenment. In the absence of clear vision, this card renews the view, with a sparkling radiance, to provide warmth and consolation. No matter how bleak a situation seems, divine intellect flickers in you, waiting to shine. This inner light is a guide to happiness, after you embrace symbolism vividly conveyed by imagery. Glistening with renewal and confidence, The Star epitomizes your innate belief in abstract concepts, during desperate situations. This card indicates a powerful spiritual awakening, if it appears with the Eight of Wands and The Moon, in a Tarot reading.

An idealistic outlook in imagery shows The Star shares energy with Aquarius, a faithful visionary, who could ask this abstract question: What is the definition faith? Faith is an abiding belief in an intangible concept, which encompasses not only belief in a deity, but also confidence in personal ability or higher self. Faith in any force, allows the power to influence life. Believing an event will transpire is the surest method to cause it to occur. The same thing happens, when fear governs existence. Fear is the opposite of faith. Becoming afraid an event will take place causes the fear to become reality. Appearance of this card presents concepts, which allow you to transform nagging fears into a positive force.

Imagery on The Star shows a woman placing her foot on water. The implication is she intends to walk on water, symbolizing the faith we need in life. Without faith, hope will soon disappear, allowing problems of the world to grow into hideous dragons, which threaten to consume us, as we cower in doubt and fear. Eight is prominent in this image, as Venus, the Morning Star, joins with seven eight-pointed stars. In numerology, eight epitomizes attainment. Smith partially adopted a Tarot de Marseille image with significant changes. As for color symbolism, a blue sky with white stars dominates imagery. Many followers of Yamaya, in Santeria, wear seven white beads strung with seven blue beads. Yamaya is a principal deity, who rules the oceans. The two urns she pours from symbolize “waters of life” and “gifts of the spirit” according to A. E. Waite, who co-designed most trump cards. When this card appears, it gives gifts to the spirit and flows with emotional healing. No longer restricted to dismal realms of distrust and dread, you can emerge into the guiding light from The Star, with faith revived and hope renewed. Aleister Crowley, a designer the Book of Thoth Tarot, wrote, "Every man or woman is a star."

There is a great deal of meditative imagery on the card, because it symbolizes ability to trust in a higher power. No matter what your beliefs are, once you have faith, anything is possible. There are few cards in Tarot more positive than The Star. It is nothing less than a beacon of inspiration. In times of darkness, it beckons you not to resign, because illumination and wisdom are at hand. Gandhi said it best, “My faith is brightest in the midst of impenetrable darkness.” This card plants the kernels of truth, hope and faith: All you need to do is allow those elements to flourish. The soft, nurturing light of The Star helps these seeds grow; but remember - you are the gardener. Cultivate beliefs in personal ability and whatever force you feel controls the universe. Allow faith to light your way through difficult times. Let the boundless energy of The Star revitalize your spirit, providing the strength and clarity of purpose to resume your quest. Keep in mind, The Star rarely shows the final resolution of an issue. As you unravel those sticky problems of life, it illuminates the journey. If you have a dream for the future, redouble your faith, when this card appears in a reading. If you lack a dream, inspiration will be forthcoming. There are still problems to overcome before desires become reality. It may seem like only a miracle will make your dreams come true; and this card shows a time when miracles happen!