In your life time experience, has hope ever died? How does it feel when our hope is lost or shattered for a brisk moment due to a disappointment- whether we were turned down for a job that mean't everything; or just lost hope in our love life?
That empty feeling in the gut is horrible! Isn’t it? How can we live on a daily basis with no hope at all?
My country men have no hope! Sierra Leoneans and other Africans, help is on the way; do not give up. Keep trying, and find comfort in something, anything that can give you hope; but no “vein” hope.
Hope, life is full of hope, hope the pillow of life, but no vein hope.
Quote by Yandouba Monahan
To all my potential readers,
If you've never heard of Sierra Leone, it is the small country on the West
Coast of Africa, smaller than South Carolina. If you saw the movie “Blood
Diamonds”, this is the country and I am one of the war survivors who
Now that you’ve read my autobiography and visited my website at:
www.yandoubaglobalinitiative.org, you now know and understand what my
stance, objectives and goals are.
You now also know that I owe an obligation to those I left behind, those
whom I believe are quite capable but have no means of making life better
even if they wanted to; their corrupt government officials will not let or
allow citizens of Sierra Leone and other parts of Africa to advance or
emerge; but instead, being used for what the continent has while the people
suffer and suffer and suffer with no hope for the future.
You know, suffering can be alright if one has hope for the future, but when
one suffers on a daily basis for basic human needs such as nutrition and
My heart aches for those who are hanging in there; my heart aches even
more for those millions who got tired of waiting and are letting go every
second of the day. This keeps me going everyday as I must return and give
my fellow Africans a better life, give them hope, teach them basic
knowledge and skills.
Personally, I do not believe in HANDOUTS as most non for profits do;
because handouts are only temporary aid as the root of the problems will
From my personal experience, I know HANDOUTS do not work! They
only help feed a family or a person temporarily, maybe for a month or a
week or longer; but what happens after that? They need more and more…
What we need to do for Africa and Africans is create jobs, create factory
jobs, strengthen and regulate the agricultural sector, eliminate those
unpatriotic leaders; allow Africa and Africans to interact with the rest of the
world as a wealthy continent that it is. Educate the children of Africa to
interact and compete with the rest of the world as doctors, engineers, IT
professionals, lawyers, scientists, agriculturists; allow African children to use
One can only use critical thinking skills if one is healthy and have a "full
belly". Continuous hunger and starvation deteriorates the brain cells, physical
If you’re still reading this, I hope you believe everything that you just read;
and if so, please visit my website today and purchase a skin care product
that will enhance your inner and outer beauty and enhance someone's life
life to financial independence.
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be selfish and treat yourself to a high end skin care product knowing that all
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HANDOUT.
We will be accomplishing our tasks by recruiting volunteers and interns
from different colleges and universities in the U.S.A and around the world;
and in return, students will be awarded scholarships.
How better can it get? This is even better, as a YGI Skin Care user, you can
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extensive assessment; "it takes a village to raise a child", please join me…
Best,Yandouba Monahan
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As we end the first week of August, the President of the United States is making progress with health care reform; the economy is lifting its head slowly; Wall Street is turning over; Real Estate (at least in Manhattan) is slowly smiling.
Those around the World in underdeveloped nations are desperately yearning for basic human needs such as clean water and reliable electricity.
All we see about Africa is some late night TV commercial from a non-for profit showing how weak and needy Africa nations are; and completely neglect to show how powerful Africa is and can be so much more.
Building permanent infrastructure in African nations is the first thing we need to do as positive political negotiations in the best interest of Africa will follow with the presence of patriotic leaders.
If you care deeply about Africa as I do; please visit my website and let's join hands to achieve a very challenging mission.
NO MORE HANDOUTS! STOP ENABLING AFRICAN NATIONS OF DEPENDENCY! THIS ONLY PROLONGS SUFFERINGS, NOT END IT!
www.yandoubaglobalinitiative.org
Why can't the sufferings end?
It is Tuesday July 28th 2009 as we count the days to end Global Poverty; in Africa especially. Africa can be so much more than it is today; donations being raised by non for profits has only given a temporary aid to African Nations. As many non for profits such as Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, the temporary aids they provide is just not effective. The question still remains; as was asked by ONE.org in a recent interview with Bill Gates:
Paraphrasing: The fact that donations have to be given on a ongoing basis to African Nations; this simply suggests that there is something wrong. Meaning, it is not working. Why isn't China asking for donations as a means of basic human needs such as food and water?
And if agriculture is the largest means of economic development in most African Nations, if Africa is overflowing with natural resources, why can't they be as developed as China or U.S.A? Why are African Nations being constantly given donations? And if these donations worked, should not African Nations be the most developed in the 21st Century?
What is wrong in this picture? Is this how the world wants it to be? African Nations being the least when they can be the best? Who are their leaders and what are they doing in the interest of their countries? Do the leaders sit around and ask for donations as well? Yes they do. In a recent article, the Finance Minister of Sierra Leone was asking for donations that were promised; and he was quite disappointed that Co operations didn't do as they promised due to Global Economic hard times. As Minister Carew stated "We are begging them to give us what they have promised as we have based our programs on their promises." Please continue reading via link below:
http://www.news.sl/drwebsite/publish/article_200510901.shtml
Are we thinking the same thoughts here? Why is a finance minister of a rich country beg for donations? A country rich in all natural resources...and what good are all the billions of dollars in donations? If these temporary donations worked, Africa will practically be the richest; even though they are technically the richest!
The question of the day is: What is wrong? Should non-for profits be giving temporary aid for clean water or build permanent reliable infrastructure? Africa has the resources to build itself without any donations from the outside world. No more temporary handouts! Africans can do it; let's help them creat jobs an build their fallen infrastructure; let's help educate women and children, let's give the children of Africa a chance to interact with the rest of the world as IT Professionals, Doctors, Chemists, Lawyers, Intellectuals, Sicentists, Economists, Agriculturists et al...
Africa can be so much more than it is today; please join me at: www.yandoubaglobalinitiative.org
Where are the resources? And when will Africans say enough is enough and yes we can? When will they start embracing self and national pride? This is the problem!
Harry R. Hoglander has been a Member of the National Mediation Board since August 6, 2002, and has twice served as its Chairman. He was first confirmed by the United States Senate on August 1, 2002, and reconfirmed for a second term on December 8, 2006. Prior to joining the Board, Hoglander served as a Legislative Specialist in the office of Congressman John Tierney of Massachusetts, where he covered issues related to transportation, labor, defense, and veterans affairs. Hoglander has extensive background in aviation - he spent 28 years flying for Trans World Airline (TWA), where he was a Captain. Additionally, while with TWA, he was elected Master Chairman of TWA's Master Executive Council and elected Executive Vice-President of the Air Line Pilots Association. After leaving TWA, Hoglander was named Aviation Labor Representative to the United States Bi-Lateral Negotiating Team by then-Secretary of State James Baker. Hoglander was a pilot in the United States Air Force and retired with the rank of Lieutenant Colonel. He graduated from Suffolk University Law School and is a member of the Florida Bar
WASHINGTON, DC -- In a video announcement sent to supporters today, President-elect Obama announced the formation of Organizing for America. This is the next phase for the organization that was built during the campaign, offering volunteers the continued opportunity to work for change in their communities by organizing in support of reform in Washington.
This announcement follows a dialogue with Obama for America supporters across the country. More than 500,000 completed surveys following the election making clear their vision for the organization, and more than 4,200 hosted house parties in their communities. A clear majority believe that organizing in support of President-elect Obama’s agenda should be the most important goal for the organization.
Organizing for America will partner with Governor Kaine and the DNC.
“Change doesn’t come easy -- our work has just begun,” said Governor Kaine. “President-elect Obama has laid the foundation to meet the great challenges facing our nation, but we can succeed only if we build grassroots support for the administration’s agenda. As the DNC works to elect candidates who will support the change agenda, we will also invest in bottom-up efforts that ensure that the priorities of everyday Americans are heard in Washington.”
Further details about Organizing for America will be announced in the coming days. A link to the President-elect’s announcement, and a transcript, are below.
January 8, 2009
Obama and Biden will cut income taxes by $1,000 for working families to offset the payroll tax they pay.
Obama and Biden believe that trade with foreign nations should strengthen the American economy and create more American jobs. He will stand firm against agreements that undermine our economic security.
Barack Obama and Joe Biden believe that it is critically important for the United States to rebuild its national transportation infrastructure – its highways, bridges, roads, ports, air, and train systems – to strengthen user safety, bolster our long-term competitiveness and ensure our economy continues to grow.
Barack Obama and Joe Biden will increase federal support for research, technology and innovation for companies and universities so that American families can lead the world in creating new advanced jobs and products.
Obama and Biden will strengthen the ability of workers to organize unions. He will fight for passage of the Employee Free Choice Act. Obama and Biden will ensure that his labor appointees support workers' rights and will work to ban the permanent replacement of striking workers. Obama and Biden will also increase the minimum wage and index it to inflation to ensure it rises every year.
Obama and Biden will crack down on fraudulent brokers and lenders. They will also make sure homebuyers have honest and complete information about their mortgage options, and they will give a tax credit to all middle-class homeowners.
Obama and Biden will establish a five-star rating system so that every consumer knows the risk involved in every credit card. They also will establish a Credit Card Bill of Rights to stop credit card companies from exploiting consumers with unfair practices.
Obama and Biden will reform our bankruptcy laws to protect working people, ban executive bonuses for bankrupt companies, and require disclosure of all pension investments.
Obama and Biden will double funding for after-school programs, expand the Family Medical Leave Act, provide low-income families with a refundable tax credit to help with their child-care expenses, and encourage flexible work schedules.
David Crawrford - ManagerOn January 20th, our journey to bring change will officially begin.David...We're organizing the most open and accessible inauguration in our nation's history. And we're doing it without contributions from Washington lobbyists or big corporations. Just like we did on the campaign, we're relying entirely on supporters like you -- ordinary people giving whatever they can afford to make this an event for all Americans. I know we've asked a lot of you. But changing the way business is done in Washington will take a commitment from all of us. Right now, you can help give this administration a strong start. as you know your have been selected to come to Washington, D.C., and be part of the welcome ceremony, the swearing in, the Inaugural Parade, and the Inaugural Community Ball. We have a long road ahead of us, and we're going to face some major challenges as soon as we start. But I know I can count on you every step of the way.Thank you for everything you've done and happy New Year,Barack
STATEMENT OF PRESIDENT ELECT BARACK OBAMAIt is with deep regret that I accept Governor Bill Richardson's decision to withdraw his name for nomination as the next Secretary of Commerce.Governor Richardson is an outstanding public servant and would have brought to the job of Commerce Secretary and our economic team great insights accumulated through an extraordinary career in federal and state office. It is a measure of his willingness to put the nation first that he has removed himself as a candidate for the Cabinet in order to avoid any delay in filling this important economic post at this critical time. Although we must move quickly to fill the void left by Governor Richardson's decision, I look forward to his future service to our country and in my administration.
STATEMENT OF GOVERNOR BILL RICHARDSON
For nearly three decades, I have been honored to serve my state and our nation in Congress, at the U.N., as Secretary of Energy and as governor. So when the President-elect asked me to serve as Secretary of Commerce, I felt a duty to answer the call.I felt that duty particularly because America is facing such extraordinary economic challenges. The Department of Commerce must play an important role in solving them by helping to grow the new jobs and businesses America so badly needs.It is also because of that sense of urgency about the work of the Commerce Department that I have asked the President-elect not to move forward with my nomination at this time.I do so with great sorrow. But a pending investigation of a company that has done business with New Mexico state government promises to extend for several weeks or, perhaps, even months.Let me say unequivocally that I and my Administration have acted properly in all matters and that this investigation will bear out that fact. But I have concluded that the ongoing investigation also would have forced an untenable delay in the confirmation process.Given the gravity of the economic situation the nation is facing, I could not in good conscience ask the President-elect and his Administration to delay for one day the important work that needs to be done.So, for now, I will remain in the job I love, Governor of New Mexico, and will continue to work every day, with Lieutenant Governor Diane Denish, to make a positive difference in the lives of New Mexicans. I believe she will be a terrific governor in the future.I appreciate the confidence President-elect Obama has shown in me, and value our friendship and working partnership. I told him that I am eager to serve in the future in any way he deems useful. And like all Americans, I pray for his success and the success of our beloved country.
