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In Africa, a Renewed Sense of Potential
Your Take: The African Union is finally living up to its promise, 50 years later, writes the president of Ghana.
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It's Not Your Grandmother's NAACP
The 104-year-old organization is working to dispel myths that it's black-only and mired in the past.
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Will There Ever Be Unity in Africa?
On the African Union's 50th anniversary, ethnic strife and economic competition remain barriers to peace.
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How Did Vikings End Up in My Family Tree?
Tracing Your Roots: A black reader wonders about a DNA test that turned up Orcadian roots.
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President Obama Plays Basketball With NBA Stars
The nation's first baller-in-chief takes on King James.
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Actress Mia Farrow Contradicts Naomi Campbell's Testimony
Another twist in the blood diamonds trial.
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Spike Lee Slams U.S. Report on Vanishing Oil
The controversial filmmaker isn't buying it.
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Michelle Obama Meets the King of Spain
On the heels of criticism for daring to take a vacation, the first lady shakes hands with a king.
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Separate and Unequal
Take a look at how black farmers are getting a raw deal from the Obama administration in this week's Vox Africanus.
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Prop 8 Shifts Focus Away From Economy to Kagan and Obama
The cultural divide closes in on Kagan and Obama.
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Congressman Steve Cohen Wins the 9th District Democratic Primary
Congressman receives 79 percent of the vote.
