Cynthia 's Articles
Lawmakers Fight Money in Politics
Rep. Keith Ellison pushes back on Citizens United and rips attacks from Rep. Allen West.
The Other 2012 Fight: Who Gets the House?
Strategists from both sides of the aisle tell us why their party will be in charge come November.
Memoirs of a Black Soap Star
In the '60s, Ellen Holly broke ground on-screen, but behind the scenes life was less glamorous.
How the White House Does Mentoring
High-powered mentors give their teenage protégés access, skills -- and a request to pay it forward.
What Has Health Care Reform Changed?
On its second anniversary, an Obama official shares the law's achievements, setbacks and evolution.
Kiron Skinner Wants You to Stand With Newt
A black female campaigner for Gingrich challenges the notion of a GOP problem with women voters.
Looking Beyond Super Tuesday
Some battleground states will see intense GOP battles today, but will they turn blue in November?
Stewart Alexander Wants Your Vote
Next in our third-party-candidate series, meet the black man running for president who's not Obama.
The Pressure of Preserving Our Legacy
The head curator for the national African-American museum tells The Root what goes into his job.
King Memorial Quote Flap Continues
Opposed to a recently announced change, the memorial foundation says it wasn't even at the table.
