Jenée 's Articles

Help! My Black Nephew Thinks He's Yellow

Our Race Manners columnist answered your burning questions in a Reddit Ask Me Anything. Check out her answers!

I Hate My 'Ghetto' Name. Can I Change It?

Race Manners: The problem here isn't your mother's choice. It's widespread disdain for poor black people.

John Legend Sells Success

He talks about his new video's celebration of luxury and the educational opportunities he wants for all kids.

Kemba Smith's Fight for Felon Voting Rights

Her own infamous sentence for a nonviolent offense behind her, she's become a civil rights advocate.

You Can't Make Your Son Date Black Women

Race Manners: When's the last time anyone fell in love out of a sense of obligation? Here's what you can do instead.

I Found One Drop: Can I Be Black Now?

Race Manners: Time for a racial gut check. Has your African-American ancestor really changed anything?

Ed Gordon Brings New 'Conversations'

The Root caught up with the veteran black journalist to discuss his celebrity interview series.

Should a Dinner Guest Call Out Racist Jokes?

Race Manners: You're within your rights to humiliate friends for their bigoted humor, but there's a better way.

No, Neither Asians nor Blacks All Look Alike

Race Manners: Sorry, the problem's in your head, not in the faces of people of other races.

'Mixed Kids Are the Cutest' Isn't Cute?

Race Manners: Comments about the superior beauty of your biracial child aren't just weird -- they're troubling.