Boston Globe columnist Francie Latour takes issue with Lena Dunham's new HBO series, Girls. Even though it's set in diverse New York City, Dunham has managed to create another series devoid of color.

You don't need to travel the world to find yourself. There's a treasure trove of black history and culture right here in the U.S. The Root explores the places you've got to see in your lifetime.

Unless I'm mistaken, both O'Donnell and Paladino -- and most every other person dubbed a "Tea Party candidate" in the past -- are registered Republicans.

Blanketing minority communities, the Big Apple's "random" stops only increase hostility and risk for black and Hispanic New Yorkers.