United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Tom Vilsack and Department of Justice Associate Attorney General Thomas Perrelli announced in February that a lawsuit by Black farmers who alleged the agency discriminated against them, had been settled, and that there would be a $1.25 billion payout.
President Barack Obama stated last May that the funds to pay back the Black farmers would be included in the 2010 budget, and Congress was to approve the settlement before March 31 of this year.
At this point, money has still not been allocated.

We are now living in a society where pre-marital, polygamous sex has become glamorized, and the purchase of high-priced luxury goods outweigh morals, ethics, and oftentimes common sense.
On any television channel at any time of day, you can find intimate sexual scenes or the suggestion thereof, vulgar language, and portrayals of excessive, irresponsible spending habits of young African Americans. While television stations may use this type of programming to increase ratings, they are also leaving a permanent impression on the minds of our youth.