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Sharing MLK's 'Drum Major Instinct' to Serve
In honor of MLK Day, The Root celebrates the contributions of unsung heroes.
Clarence Thomas Hearings: 20 Years Later
The Root looks back at Clarence Thomas' politics and legacy and the impact of Anita Hill's testimony.
More on 'The Help'
Reviews, critiques and praise for one of the year's most controversial films.
MLK Memorial: Information Center
The Root's guide to the unveiling festivities, the rain dates, facts about the monument, and more.
The Black Bucket List: Visit These Places in Your Lifetime!
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.
My Family Reunion: Ideas for a Great Gathering
Get the most out of the next gathering with our tips, calendar of family-friendly activities in major cities and more! Plus: Check out our video mashup of Hollywood's black family reunions.
Finding Your Roots -- The Root's Guide to Genealogy
We've relaunched our genealogy section with new how-to articles on tracing your family history, videos of famous Americans from Henry Louis Gates Jr.'s PBS series, excerpts from his book and lots more. Check out your own roots on The Root.
Black in Latin America: The Other African Americans
Just 5 percent of the 11.2 million Africans forced into slavery landed in the United States. The vast majority went to the Caribbean and Latin America. In his new series for PBS launching next week, Henry Louis Gates Jr., The Root's editor-in-chief, examines the lives of the "other African Americans." We have video clips from the new series and an essay from Gates.
The Root Cities: Life in the City of Angels
In this installment of The Root's city profile series, we explore the ins and outs of Los Angeles. Find out who's got the power, who holds the purse strings and where to have fun in the entertainment capital.
The Root Cities: Life In The Magic City
In this installment of The Root's city profile series, we explore the ins and outs of the 3-0-5. Find out who's got the power, who holds the purse strings and where to have fun in this heavily Latino city.
All About 'For Colored Girls' - Reviews, Photos, Videos and Commentary
Tyler Perry's film adaptation of 'For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Suicide When the Rainbow Is Enuf' is just the incarnation of Ntozake Shange's seminal choreopoem. Check out our feature page for reviews from around the black web, photos, a video interview of Shange, and, of course, our own take on Perry's homage.
Election Watch 2010 News Hub
The Democrats' grip on the reins of power in Congress slips as they lose the House. Meanwhile, Black Republicans make key wins. Obama reacts with soul-searching and resolve. It's a new ballgame. Stay with The Root for our take on the election's aftermath.
The Root Cities: Chicago
In this installment of The Root's city profile series, we explore the ins and outs of the Windy City. Find out who's got the power, who holds the purse strings and where to have fun.
The Root Cities: Oakland
The Root looks at the changes taking place in that other California city by the bay; the one with a rich tradition of black culture and activism.
Hurricane Katrina Anniversary: Revisiting the Gulf Region
See how far the Big Easy has come, and how far it still has to go, through interviews, analysis, photos and more. Plus, The Root’s Guide to New Orleans: Meet the movers and shakers, the musicians and merrymakers!
Black Travel Guide
Whether you wish to travel the globe or take a quick staycation, you can find a connection to black heritage and culture.
BOMB THE ROOT
A collection of art and interviews from famous black artists and thinkers through the decades, culled from the BOMB archives.
Green The Root: Living Better While Saving the Planet
The green economy presents a wealth of opportunity. Will you be able to take advantage of it? Check out our tips and features so you'll know why green may be the new black.
Precious: Based on the Novel Push by Sapphire
Lee Daniels' film? Brilliant. The Oprah-fied pitch? Not so much.
The Root's Winter Read-In
From books that should've been in Oprah's book club to bedtime stories for kids to The Root's rewrite of the Western canon, speed-read through our well-read books package.
'The Cosby Show' @ 25
Did Cliff, Clair and the kids change America even more than they changed television?
Do The Right Thing @ 20
It's been 20 years since we all headed to theaters to check out Do the Right Thing. Join The Root in celebrating our favorite Spike Lee joint.
Mother's Day 2009
Four decades, four takes on motherhood by Helena Andrews, Rebecca Walker, Salatheia Bryant-Honors and Mireille Grangenois.
The Eco-Soul Kitchen with Bryant Terry
Three sweet, spicy and scrumptious fusion recipes to spice up your dinner menu.
Health on The Root
Being a healthy role model should be part of the job description for a good father.
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