Lauren's Articles
What Roger Ebert Said About Black Films
The late film critic made thoughtful -- and sometimes harsh -- comments about some of our cult favorites.
Ranking The Root 100: Substance Matters
Tech guru Omar Wasow explains how we improved the formula to diversify the 2012 list.
Not Everyone Thinks Stop and Frisk Is Racial
Our reader survey suggests racial and gender gaps when it comes to thoughts on police and profiling.
4 Questions With Artist Nina Chanel Abney
The New York-based painter is one of the youngest in the show.
10 Years Later, No Relief From Fear
On Sept. 11, this writer worried about her father at the Pentagon. He lived, but the emotions remain.
How Facebook Ruined the High School Reunion
For all of its virtues, Facebook has killed the element of surprise at the traditional high school reunion.
Why Biracial Means Black
Checking a census box that says "black" doesn't mean you're denying your white ancestry. It's just how we roll in America.
The Root Interview: Kerry Washington on 'Night Catches Us'
The multifaceted actress stars as a Black Panther sympathizer in her latest film, Night Catches Us. We caught up with her and chatted about the new movie, co-starring with Anthony Mackie and, of course, politics.
Watching the Results: IMPACT's Election Party
Politicos, young black professionals and media folks gathered Tuesday night to mingle and discuss a way forward after the midterms.
What Has Obama Done for Women?
White House economic adviser Cecilia Rouse talked with The Root about how the Obama administration has helped women in the recession.
