As of June 30, 2006:
- The number of White people incarcerated was 400/100,000 persons compared to 2,468/100,000 persons for Black people.
- The number of White males incarcerated was 736/100,000 and Black males incarcerated was 4,789/100,000 persons .
- More specific for T.I. (a 29 year old African-American male) as of June 30, 2009 there were 1,685/100,000 persons (ages 25-29) incarcerated in the White population. However, in the Black population, there were 11,695/100,000 Black males (ages 25-29) incarcerated. This would be equivalent to 11.7% of all Black males in their late twenties.
The new female federal attorney ain’t playing…In Georgia, Black males make up 30% of the general population, but 60% of the prison population.
The speculations and rumors are really picking up. It looks like the verdict on Clifford Harris is “guilty.” Remember T.I.: you are a Black Man (even with money) and you are still guilty until proven innocent. I am concerned that this young star might be in a little more trouble than we initially expected. Here is the thing: T.I. you are on probation… I am NOT sure that you totally get this concept. At this juncture there are three possible violations that he is faced with:
- Possession of MDMA, or “Ecstasy”
- Testing positive for the use of opiates
- Hanging out with a convicted felon.
What really bothers me about this case is that I am sure T.I. just saw the near massacre of Michael Vick. This was the star quarterback of the Atlanta Falcons who was literally crucified for his association with Dog Fighting. I will not use this for Monday morning punting but the whole crucifixion process with Mr. Vick was a little crazy. It appears that America now cares more for their dogs than their people. The fact is it appears that T.I. just does not get it at all. With a successful rap career and lucrative business ventures, what does he have to lose?
- Endorsements
- Fan Base
- Freedom
- and the Promise
The dynamic formulation of his behavior most likely stems from his background. However, I am sure that with his money and fame, he should be able to contract out a strong publicist (like mine, Nikki Walker of NWPR. Inc.)
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