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Obama at Morehouse: Try Another Listen
You might find that attacks on his commencement speech -- a hit among graduates -- missed the mark.
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Oklahoma and Defense of Big Government
The GOP's notion of "self-reliance" won't hold up after disaster hits one of the nation's poorest states.
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'Scandal' Withdrawal: It's a Real Thing
Here's what the ABC drama's obsessed fans plan to do with their time now that its second season is over.
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Yes, Fried-Chicken Jokes Are Racist
Golfer Sergio Garcia's jab at Tiger Woods is subtle racism at its finest.
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A Tribute for MJ, Ratings for MTV
Janet Jackson will be on hand to honor her brother September 13th at MTV's Video Music Awards...
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Rare Air: Former NC State Star to Be Jordan's HOF Presenter
In a surprise move, Michael Jordan has chosen David Thompson to present him at the Hall of Fame induction ceremony...
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VIDEO: It's Probably a Very Refreshing Beverage. Or Something.
Our colleagues at NewsOne stumbled over a gem...
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H-U-B-B-U-B: The President's Remarks to Students
Here are the president's remarks, replete with motivational bon mots and Nazi propaganda...
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Trouble Brews as Drought Devastates Kenya
In the midst of a devastating drought, Kenyan agriculture and tourism dwindles as inter-tribal conflict rises...
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VIDEO: Howard University Students Demand Better Treatment
These kids aren't joking...
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Hope He Had Insurance: Dude Has Finger Bitten Off at Health Care Rally
Homie really needs that public option now...
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Finally: Michael Jackson Interred at Forest Lawn
After ten weeks, the King of Pop has found his final resting place...
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Fly Like an Eagle: Vick Eligible to Play Week 3
Goodell: "Hopefully we can have a success story here, which would be good for society in general..."
