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Blogging the Beltway: Despite Romney's lead in Nevada, the former RNC chair says it's a mistake to anoint him the nominee.
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Black Baking Gurus to Compete on 'Cupcake Wars'
The Root Recommends: D.C.-based cupcake-shop owners will compete on the Food Network's Cupcake Wars after the Super Bowl.
Anita Hill: Mortgage Plan a 'Quick Fix'
The attorney explains why the Obama administration's plan and fair-lending settlements don't address the full problem.
Black People Don't Kill Themselves, Right?
Why Don Cornelius' death should start a much-needed dialogue about African Americans and suicide.
Sexually Assaulted: Am I to Blame?
Ask Demetria: Just because you said yes to sex once doesn't mean you gave up your right to say no.
Who Needs Vanity Fair?
Single-Minded: With all the niche media on the Web, we can honor stars of color in our own way.
The Root DC
- ‘Soul Train’ line lives on after Don Cornelius
- Why volunteer programs like City Year, the Peace Corps and Teach for America reward children
- Howard University to give free dental examinations for Give Kids a Smile Day
- Metro says Red Line to take years to fix infrastructure
- Black History Month: Let’s embrace gay marriage





















