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Should Fewer Students Go to College?
Experts debate New York City mayor's controversial comment that some should pursue plumbing instead of a degree.
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My Man Is Looking Through My Phone
Ask Demetria: Clearly your snooping boyfriend has trust issues. How you address the problem is key.
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NYPD Finally Cops to Profiling?
By fighting new profiling bill, the department finally stops pretending it doesn’t profile.
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Blacks Get Weave; Can Whites Get Locks?
Race Manners: You can, but it's not the same. Don't expect to enjoy the style without the scrutiny.
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Quote of the Day: Paul Robeson and Identity
The singer and activist on the passion he feels for his African heritage.
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The Sequester Is Causing Needless Suffering
Colorlines' Imara Jones explains how the sequester is affecting millions of Americans, including thousands of young children, with no benefit to the economy.
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Deadly Shooting Rampage in Santa Monica
The suspect was killed in a shootout with police in an incident that took place just blocks from where President Obama was attending a Democratic fundraiser.
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Trustee: Howard U Could 'Not Be Here in 3 Years'
If the nation's second-ranked HBCU is to survive, some big decisions will need to be made, Renee Higginbotham-Brooks says.
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The Root 100: Nominate Black Leaders Now
We're calling on you to help us create The Root 100 2013 list of influencers and game changers.
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Michelle Obama's Heckler Speaks Out and She's Not Sorry
"All I can say is that in that moment, I could no longer remain silent," writes Ellen Sturtz.
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The Top 5 Lionel Richie Songs of All Time
The legend just announced his new North American tour. Let's take a trip down memory lane.
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Minorities See Homeownership as a Goal
Americans disagree on a lot of things -- but the American dream isn't one of them.
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Black Jobless Rate Spikes in May
Companies are creating new jobs, but black Americans are still faring poorly.
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Brian Williams Does 'Regulate' and 'Nuthin but a G Thang'
Check out the mashups from Late Night With Jimmy Fallon.
