Obama Proposes $1.25 Bil Settlement for Black Farmers

http://electronicvillage.blogspot.com/2009/05/obama-proposes-125-billion-for-black.html


President Barack Obama is proposing that the government give $1.25 billion to settle discrimination claims by Black farmers against the Agriculture Department.

The White House said the money would be included in Obama’s 2010 budget request.

Earlier this year, Black farmers and lawmakers criticized Obama for neglecting the need for more money to fund claims under a 10-year-old, class-action lawsuit against the government.

In a statement, Obama said the proposed funds would “close this chapter” in the agency’s history.

"My hope is that the farmers and their families who were denied access to USDA loans and programs will be made whole and will have the chance to rebuild their lives and their businesses," Obama said.

John Boyd (shown in photo shaking Obama's hand), head of the National Black Farmers Association, has called the proposal a "step in the right direction," but said additional funds would be needed.

"We think this is a good step in the negotiating process. We're glad to know this issue is on the president's radar screen and we commend him for taking this step," he said. But "we need to make sure that none of the Black farmers are left out."

Obama, the black socialist/fascist/communist Muslin, really is going to use the government to settle black scores!

Using precious government funds to rectify racial discrimination?! That's UNAMERICAN!!! :crazy:

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the internet. Keep it under the radar (I would say 'down low' but now that has a new meaning).:rofl:

I am tired of fighting ignorant jerks! I'm glad this situation is being worked out.

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It's ironic that I saw this link a couple of days ago.

Forty Acres and a Dream, the Black Farmer
http://www.photographychannel.tv/video/40acres.html