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Rick Tyler: Gingrich Backer Airs 'Black Genocide' Theory on MSNBC [VIDEO]

Ron Paul Supporter Sues Gingrich For Assault and Battery
Tyler, a senior strategist for super PAC Winning Our Future and a former Gingrich aide, accused MSNBC of race baiting on Tuesday, and the Democratic Party of failing the black community on economic and social issues. But when Rachel Maddow and Rev. Al Sharpton challenged his argument, Tyler ended up playing into one of the most racially charged conspiracy theories out there: the Black Genocide theory.
Newt Gingrich

Eye of the Tiger Song Owners Seeing Red over Newt Gingrich Campaign Use

A complaint filed in Illinois federal court alleges Newt Gingrich's campaign used Eye of the Tiger by rock band Survivor for unauthorized public performances and distribution of Rude Music's copyrighted musical composition at rallies. The injunction attempt names Frank M. Sullivan III, one of Survivor's founding members and the facilitator of Rude Music.
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"American Idol" experiences ratings drop

'American Idol' 2012 Ratings Drop: Is it Over?

American Idol, the reality singing competition that inspired dozens of spinoffs with its success, experienced its biggest ratings drop during the premiere of its 11th season Wednesday night.
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Adele joins Titanic in her 16-week chart reign

British singer Adele's multi-platinum selling album 21 scored its 16th week at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 album chart on Wednesday, entering an elite list of only five albums to cross the that mark in the past 20 years.
"American Idol" experiences ratings drop

Competition heats up as American Idol returns

American Idol returns on Wednesday for an 11th season, facing a new wolf at the door as it tries to retain its place as the No. 1 U.S. TV program -- not so much age, but competition.
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Blue Ivy: Marijuana Named After Beyonce Baby

Blue Ivy Carter became an instant topic of discussion the very moment Beyonce and husband Jay-Z announced the name of their child. Rumors even have it that the name Blue Ivy or Eulb Yvi means Lucifer's daughter.
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Olivia Munn's Nude Poster: Top 5 Controversial PETA Publicity Stunts

Joining the list of celebrities, who have stripped for the controversial PETA advertisements, is model-actress Olivia Munn, whose nude poster was released on Thursday. Shot by renowned celebrity photographer Emily Shur, the poster shows Munn posing nude with a tagline: Who Needs Fur to Feel Beautiful?
Mitt Romney Wins Arizona and Michigan 2012 Republican Primaries

Mitt Romney 2012: Will Mormonism be a Problem?

In the wake of the New Hampshire primary victory, Mitt Romney, the former Massachusetts governor, is on course to become the first Mormon to secure nomination as the Republican presidential candidate.
Kelly Clarkson

The Ron Paul Effect: Did Kelly Clarkson’s Endorsement Boost Album Sales?

Kelly Clarkson might have the Ron Paul Effect to thank for the recent jump in her album sales. After she endorsed GOP candidate Ron Paul on Twitter Dec. 28, Clarkson's album sales jumped anywhere between 200 and 400 percent, depending on the report. Ron Paul was proud the endorsement boosted sales.

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