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June 30, 2009
Whether his fingers were crossed when he uttered this is unknown...
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June 26, 2009
The Iranian president (?) had sharp words for the 44th president...
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June 25, 2009
Obama's election has changed many things, but not everything...
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June 25, 2009
African Americans love Obama, but hate the increase in discrimination that's come along with him.
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June 24, 2009
The main initiative is oriented around agricultural development that would improve food security...
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June 24, 2009
There is a strong chance that nearly 1 in 5 blacks will be unemployed by year’s end. The Obama administration says it’s taking a wait and see approach to decide whether or not they should make a targeted intervention. Which four of you prefer Obama keep waiting to intervene?
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June 23, 2009
Writer Michael Thomas wins Impac Dublin International Literary Award, but isn't convinced the win is based solely on the quality of his work. In fact, he believes Obama may have something to do with it.
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June 22, 2009
The victory? Historic. His G? Well-documented. But it's time to put an end to the groupie love...
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June 19, 2009
Black men are good fathers, loving fathers. Present fathers.
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June 17, 2009
The Root's Dayo Olopade discusses the goings on in the world with Matt Continetti of The Weekly Standard...
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