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IRS Apology for Tea Party Racists?
If any other group called for the government's demise, the GOP would have a fit.
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Which Slave Sailed Himself to Freedom?
100 Amazing Facts About the Negro: Life took him from a daring sea escape to a stint in Congress.
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I'm Creole. Why Do I Have South Asian DNA?
Tracing Your Roots: Several reasons could explain a questioner's surprising genetic testing results.
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School a Beacon of Hope in Nigeria
At a university in Yola, graduates offer a glimpse of a promising future in a strife-torn region.
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Montel Williams Lobbies for Medical Marijuana Legalization
The former talk-show host uses the drug for chronic pain.
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Joan Rivers' Nickname for First Lady: 'Blackie O'
Said she knew it would offend, but went for it anyway.
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Tunisia: International Warrant Issued for Ousted President
The "Jasmine Revolution" continues.
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Haiti's Ruling Party: Préval's Successor Is Out
It is being reported that Célestin is withdrawing under pressure from the United States, the Organization of American States and local protests.
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Forget the Red Hair: Willow Smith to Star in 'Annie'
Will, Jay-Z and Sony will partner to remake the Hollywood classic.
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Aretha to Halle: You Don't Have to Sing to Star in My Movie
The Queen of Soul isn't taking any excuses.
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A Broken Record? U.S. Budget Deficit to Hit $1.5 Trillion
This is what a weak economy and bipartisan tax-cut legislation will get you.
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Smuggle Truck Game: Run for the Border 2.0?
Video: This game has come under scrutiny for trivializing current immigration-policy issues.
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Say What? Michele Bachmann's Revisionist Musings
While others have dismissed her, Jonathan Capeheart is keeping his eye on Bachmann. You should too.

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