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Russell Simmons' Blog | 'Black' Sites / Blogs x Dating & Race

Let me know what you think about this blog and his POV. I agree with him 100% but what do you think? Do bloggers comment about his race & dating for gossip / entertainment value ( they also say / said he was gay) or are there true issues behind the consistent attention as he suggests?

Note: while I was searching for a politically correct photo for this blog I found one of the beautiful model Kiara at my Diamond Empowerment event who I have known for ten years. And no, we are not dating-I'm not THAT lucky.

It seems that almost every week since I have been single there is a headline on some black internet site that says something like "Russell Simmons is FINALLY Dating a Sista?!?!?!" Surely you have seen these, its a constant in my life.

I am of the view as a philanthropist and businessman that all press is good if it can help me as a brand or bring in more money to my five charities-especially in this time of economic crisis when every charity is struggling to keep afloat.    However,  I do find this blatent racism offensive.  Just last week I was out with my friend Veronica Verikova and the next day had to read about "uncle Russell's brand new blonde bust down". She doesn't deserve that, nobody does! And yes, it is offensive.

Russell Simmons - Do You

One of my favourite books that i read last year & this year was the New York Times Best Seller, Do You! 12 Laws To Access The Power In You To Achieve Happiness & Success  by Russell Simmons. Although not saying anything different from what most other spiritual / self help books say, he admits it and confesses that this is a reminder. It appeals to a new range of people who can sometimes real ousted by the spiritual jargon. He includes examples of hip-hop industry, clothing industry and other personalities to make a better connection with the reader.

Check out Russell talking about his book at Bernard's Book Shelf

Simmons Jewelry Co. Green Initiative

Now available to buy in the UK (£125) and USA ($125) online.

Russell Simmons Launches The Green Initiative ™ Bracelet
Exclusively at H.Samuel The Jeweller

H.Samuel and The Simmons Jewelry Co™ are proud to introduce a premium quality malachite and rough diamond unisex bracelet in aid of the
Diamond Empowerment Fund™  (DEF).

Worn by celebrities such as Beyonce Knowles, Mischa Barton and Forest Whittaker, this statement piece is now internationally recognised as a symbol of universal support for the African people. Each bracelet is made with green malachite which is an indigenous mineral of Africa, North America and Asia. Green is one of the primary colours of the African continent and symbolises the Simmons Jewelry Company's commitment to Africa and the African people through the work of the Diamond Empowerment Fund™.

Founded in 2007, the Diamond Empowerment Fund™ is a non-profit international organization established in order to work towards the empowerment of Africa. The fund's mission is to raise money and support education initiatives that develop and empower people in African nations where diamonds are a natural resource.

Available exclusively in selected key H.Samuel stores and from www.hsamuel.co.uk, The Green Initiative bracelet is available in two unisex sizes and is priced at £125. There will be a contribution from the sale of each piece to the Diamond Empowerment Fund™ from the sale of each piece, in order to further aid the African people through structured educational programs.

View the Green Initiative Bracelet