In the "post-racial" era, if you're hip enough, your trangressions will get a pass. PLUS: A message to John Mayer and "down" white boys everywhere.
In an excerpt from his forthcoming book, The Speech: Race and Barack Obama's 'A More Perfect Union,’ a white hip-hopper writes about the audacity of post-racism.
A study measures which countries share the most information online, with surprising results.
Her Bowie State speech could hint at a change of heart in the White House.
Recent film exposes journalists' guilt. Plus: The Root's valued leader resigns.
Show Me the Numbers: Graduation speakers often opt for tough love. Here's what they should say instead.
She Matters: This writer wishes someone had told her these things at her commencement.
Image of the Week: What's the meaning behind this 16th-century cameo featuring a black and a white face?
If any other group called for the government's demise, the GOP would have a fit.
100 Amazing Facts About the Negro: Life took him from a daring sea escape to a stint in Congress.
