Washington's Articles
How Obama Became Black
David Maraniss reveals the president's path to racial identity in his new book, Barack Obama: The Story.
DC Insider Inspired 'Scandal'
Kerry Washington's role in the new TV drama was based on crisis-management guru Judy Smith.
2 Black Leaders' Family Roots Revealed
Both Rep. John Lewis and Newark, N.J., Mayor Cory Booker both faced the unexpected in a new PBS series.Two Black Leaders' Family Roots Revealed
Book: Colonialism in Africa Aided HIV Spread
The newly published Tinderbox links recent genetic discoveries to European colonial actions a century ago.
Calif. Same-Sex Marriage Ban Ruled Unconstitutional
Proposition 8 violates the right to equal protection, a federal appeals panel ruled.
The 2 Strains on Black Women's Finances
A Washington Post survey suggests that, for some black women, economic woes and a willingness to aid family members put an extra strain on finances.
Memorial Service Honors Etta James as Triumphant Trailblazer
Hundreds of family, friends and fans attended a memorial service dedicated to Etta James.
South Sudan Enters the World Stage
Citizens eager to make a difference help the newly independent nation establish its presence among other foreign embassies.
How 59 Urban Kids Fared After a Rich Gift
They were offered free college by two benefactors in 1988. Find out how these D.C. pupils are doing now.
First Lady's Campaign Challenge: Stay Popular
According to this writer, in order to remain popular, Michelle Obama can't be seen as too political.
