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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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15 Memorable Black Movie Musicals
From 'Sparkle' to 'Idlewild,' we recall some great films that brought the music and the drama.
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The Root Focuses on Obesity
With panels and a keynote luncheon, we put a spotlight on black obesity at our recent event.
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Meet the First Lady's Multiracial Ancestors
From her slave-owning forebear to a living great-aunt, here are the relatives revealed in a new book.
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Surviving Stops on the Green Book Route
From YMCAs to clubs, here are stops from the segregation-era travel guide that are still around.
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Black on the 4th of July
From Malcolm X to Condoleezza Rice, these notables describe complicated relationships with the U.S.
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BET Awards 2012: Stars on the Red Carpet
A range of celebrities talked to The Root about the network's star-studded annual event.
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'Boomerang' Cast: Then and Now
It's hard to believe the cult classic premiered 20 years ago. Find out what its stars are up to now.
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12 Memorable Award-Show Tributes
Cissy Houston's homage to Whitney at the BET Awards brings to mind these moving memorials.
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19 Neo-Soul Stars: Then and Now
From D'Angelo's urban cool to Eric Roberson's indie cred, we recall those who defined a genre.
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20 Black LGBT Movers and Shakers
From filmmakers to former pro athletes, these notable African Americans have made coming out cool.
