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Jay Scott Confidential · 2M ago

28 Days Later: Trayvon Martin & The Fear of the Black Youth

In a week where I was busy doing radio, quite possibly the biggest story of this generation took hold of the country: The case of a 17-year-old boy in Florida who was gunned down because he "looked suspicious" and the feverish cover-up that followed. Now that I have time to speak on this, I will. Le
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Jay Scott Confidential · 2M ago

28 Days Later: Trayvon Martin & The Fear of the Black Youth

♠ It Could’ve Been You… ♠ “These Assholes Always Get Away!” — George Zimmerman, Feb. 27, 2012, before he hunted down and murdered Trayvon Martin. DETROIT (JSC) – In my capacity as a working journalist and radio talent, I often have to dress a certain way. When I’m covering major events, I’m usually
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Jay Scott Confidential · 4M ago

Hate Crimes: My Manifesto on “Haters”

People who know me well, know that I can't stand those who rail on, and on...and on...and on about their alleged "haters". You know, people who claim others are jealous of their success. And by success I mean working at Walmart. Well, I've finally had enough.
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Jay Scott Confidential · 4M ago

The Future of Jay Scott Confidential…

After a near six-month hiatus, I return to discuss the future of this Blog site. Considering that its purpose was to serve as a conduit for me to write in lieu of a professional gig, what the hell am I gonna do now that I actually have one? Well, read it and see, fool!
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Jay Scott Confidential · 10M ago

Summer Madness: Detroit’s Dangerous Dog Days of Summer…

Another hot summer weekend in Detroit. Another 3 year old girl shot dead by a stray bullet. Apparently, Detroit does have a Killa Season. It's called Summer. Let's talk about it.
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Jay Scott Confidential · 10M ago

Case Study: What We Learned From Casey Anthony…

A murder trial that I had a passing interest in, hit me with a verdict that I REALLY didn't see coming. Apparently Reasonable Doubt and Common Sense are not mutually exclusive to one another and a 2-year-old girl will never be vindicated. Casey Anthony: Hell awaits you.
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Jay Scott Confidential · 11M ago

Father Knows Best: Why Dad Deserves His Day…(JSC, 6/20/2010)

This was originally posted on June 20, 2010, ie last Father’s Day. It was written as a tribute to my dad (and all other MEN who either are fathers or play that role), but it was also a very pointed message toward Single Mothers who almost arrogantly insist that they be “honored” or “recognized” on [
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Jay Scott Confidential · 11M ago

Father Knows Best: Why Dad Deserves His Day…(JSC, 6/20/2010)

This was originally posted on June 20, 2010, ie last Father’s Day. It was written as a tribute to my dad (and all other MEN who either are fathers or play that role), but it was also a very pointed message toward Single Mothers who almost arrogantly insist that they be “honored” or “recognized” on [
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Jay Scott Confidential · 1Y ago

No Apologies: My Take on the Black Class War…

In the amount of time I was off doing sellout activities such as finishing my Master's Thesis, Jalen Rose called Duke's black players Uncle Toms. Two days ago, Bernard Hopkins questioned Donovan McNabb's blackness (again). You guys make it so easy...
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Jay Scott Confidential · 1Y ago

Mastering Destiny: The Road to Redemption…

After a five-month hiatus to finish my Master's Degree, I have returned to tell the story of how I got to this point and where I see things going from here. Basically, I'm back.
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