iask Sister Blog − 2008 − August

Sound Off on Michelle Obama’s Historic Speech: Do you like the old "Independent" Michelle Who Speaks Her Mind or the New "softer" Michelle?

August 27th, 2008

The morning after Michelle Obama’s historic speech these are some of the words used by national media pundits and journalists to describe what they heard and saw:
” She was extraordinarily human last night”
“She was a kinder, gentler Michelle Obama”
“What happened to the aggressive–ungrateful woman who does not think much of her country?”
“She was non-threatening”
“She was [...]

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Michelle Obama–Standing at the Crosscurrents of History

August 25th, 2008

Reprinted from Political Intersection BLOG (www.politicalintersectionblog.com):

Monday, August 25, 2008“Standing at the Crosscurrents of History”: Michelle Obama Speaks to the Nation“I love this country.”
“This country has given me much”
“I am the recipient of the blessings of those who came before me.”
“America should be a place where you can make it if you try.”
“Hillary Clinton put [...]

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iask Mourns the Loss of Congresswoman Stephanie Tubbs Jones (D-OH)

August 22nd, 2008

On behalf of our leadership and membership I want to express our deepest sympathies to the family & friends of Rep. Stephanie Tubbs Jones on her sudden passing on Wednesday. Rep. Jones was a pioneer in the field of law, and in politics in her home state of Ohio. I personally knew Rep. Jones from [...]

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See Essence Magazine’s Interview with Usher & Son on Newstands Now:

August 10th, 2008

Excerpts from the Essence interview that all black men and women in America should read: On Fatherhood & Marriage
Usher And Son: One Fine DayThe singer tells how fatherhood changed his life, and what his relationship with his own father taught himBy Hill HarperSee our complete coverage and photos of Usher, Tameka and Usher V »Usher [...]

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iask members Michelle Bernard & Sophia Nelson Guests on Warren Balletine Show XM 169. . .

August 5th, 2008

iask, Inc. President Sophia Nelson and iask, Inc. member Michelle Bernard appeared as guests this morning on the award winning Warren Ballentine Show (see www.wgcv.net) which is syndicated nationally. Ms. Bernard and Ms. Nelson talked about the 2008 Presidential Campaign, Michelle Obama and Professional African American women, Ms. Nelson’s Op-ed in the Washington Post [...]

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Media–Member Alert: iask Inc. President to be Guest on Urban Cross Talk 1580AM

August 4th, 2008

Please join Urban Cross Talk Host Marsha Sumner and iask, Inc. President Sophia Nelson as we discuss “The state of professional black women, Michelle Obama, and the 2008 Presidential Race” today at 12:30 PM EST.
Click on LIVE at: www.heaven1580am.com or turn your am stations to 1580AM. You can call in LIVE and ask [...]

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iask 5th Anniversary Sister Buddy Mixer--Saturday, May 16 2009

Join us for our 5th year Anniversary Sister Buddy & Gents Mixer from 3:30-6:30PM on Saturday, May 16, 2009. The national buddy group call in will also take place on May 16, 2009 in the morning. We will post those details as well shortly.

About iask, Inc. iask, Inc. Washington, D.C., United States

iask, Inc. has been newly transitioned to become a Non-profit, non-stock corporation. Currently in our 5th year, iask has become the "go-to" organization nationally that seeks to positively impact and transform the lives of professional black women and women of color. Our goal is a simple one: We focus on emotional wellness and developing critical relational skills that help us to thrive in our service to others, care of ourselves, and overall success in life. Please join us in our mission by becoming a member today. For more information log on to our world-wide website at http://www.iaskinc.org for more information when the new site debuts in late April 2009.

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Monday Mrs. O September 6, 2010
As the first lady prepares for her daughter's return to school, and we enjoy the tail end of Labor Day weekend, it seems like a good chance to catch up on a few recent articles focused on Mrs. O (many of which were first shared by all of you!). (1) From the New York Times, "First Lady Plans a Careful Return to the Campaign Trail" As quiet as M […]