From the Globe and Mail, we have the first of Conrad Black's prison letters. And it sounds like the convicted fraudster is holding up quite well.
The letter, which comes with the insignia across the top The Lord Black of Crossharbour, shows that Black has not lost his touch. With an ego that should be donated to science, he is irrepressible.
"Obviously I would prefer not to be here, but it is unthreatening, not threatening, and even up to a point, somewhat interesting. I have always thought Obama would implode and I don't think he can survive the Wright business. I have indeed received an avalanche of good wishes, and you will have heard my counsel's and my expressions of confidence that this horrible persecution, which has destroyed the Hollinger companies, will end with a just and complete acquittal."
If not, he has a long wait with his projected release date in October 2013. Unless of course, it's overturned on appeal.
What else do you expect a convicted fraudster and obstructer of justice, i.e. a certified liar, say? He is utterly unrepentant and living in denial that he is now a disgraced crook. He should be left to rot in prison.
On behalf of the ENVOY Committee, which governs Keys To The Vatican, as chairman I would like to say that I am proud to have Lord Black on our board of advisors. Unfortunately, during his temporary and unwarranted confinement, we will continue without a fulltime commitment from Lord Black, although we will continue to benefit by receiving part-time advice form him. While we wait for his return home, we vow to move forward with the same determination to succeed in our pursuit as Lord Black teaches us by setting a noble example as he soldiers on. May God bless Lord Black and all of his many loved ones.
Lord Black’s brother-in-Christ, Joseph Fosco
any updates as of August 2008? Perhaps he is doing research for another biography.
cheers,
Joseph
Re:Black Men in America’s Jails and Prisons
Too many young black men continue to waste their precious lives in a state of neo bondage. As a correctional educator for the past several years, I can tell you that the prisons and jails in this great country are overflowing with young African-Americans (You already know). All of my students are young black men – one exception. As a teacher, it saddens me to see the talent that is wasted on a daily basis.
We all need to start doing more to address this escalating dilemma. The youth of this country don’t need to rot in jail, while we (Americans) ignore the problem. Something is causing this horrible trend to continue. You may ask yourself ”What can I do?”. There is no easy answer, but you need to do something. A few suggestions would be:
organize sports functions (basketball leagues, football leagues, etc.)
talk to kids at school
write books
contact government officials
do volunteer work
tutor kids
take kids fishing, camping, etc.
The point here is to start doing something. If we simply ignore the problem, where do you think we will be in 10 years pertaining to this issue?
For my part, I have written a book aimed at helping young black men who are already incarcerated.
The book is called:
Black Choices, A young black man’s guide to prison survival
ISBN: 1-60813-727-9, 83 pages, 6 x 9,
The book can be ordered through
PublishAmerica.com or by calling 301/695-1707
This book can make a real difference to the young man who is incarcerated. It can help him to negotiate prison life more successfully and also start planning for what life brings after prison is over. If you have a loved one or friend in jail, consider sending him this most important book. I believe it will help his life to start getting back on the road to a more successful future. Any help getting the word out about this book will be greatly appreciated. I truly care about my students and the overall plight of too many young black men in America’s correctional centers.
Thanks,
Charles Wakefield