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The Disturbing, Fascinating Story Behind Donald Trump’s Historic Rise

From reality TV to the White House... and to felonies and back to the White House, this is Donald Trump.

By

Phenix S Halley

Published

November 4, 2024
Entertainment, Music

The Life and Times of Quincy Jones

The beloved music legend's career spanned decades, including numerous Grammy wins, lifetime achievements and culture-making moments.

By

Jared Alexander

Published

November 4, 2024
Politics

15 Reasons VP Harris Is Spending Election Night at Howard University AKA ‘The Mecca’

To prepare for what might be the biggest political night at Howard U since Barack Obama’s 2008 election, here’s what you need to know about “The Mecca.”

By

Phenix S Halley

Published

November 3, 2024
Black Excellence, Culture

Black Heiresses: Did You Know All These Black Women Were Born Filthy Rich?

They may have famous last names, but these sisters are making a name for themselves.

By

Angela Johnson

Published

November 2, 2024
Culture

The Worst HBCU Fashion Fits, Black Women Clock Conservative CNN Guest, Tax Traps For Black Folks To Avoid, The Internet Clowns Dwyane Wade’s ‘Zombie’ Statue In Miami And Other Culture News

A collection of The Root's best culture posts from the week.

By

Candace McDuffie

Published

November 1, 2024
Entertainment, Music

WATCH: Barack Obama Gives His Thoughts On Drake, Kendrick Lamar and J. Cole

During an appearance on “Deep Cut with Vic Blends,” the former president of the United States discussed some of his favorite MCs.

By

Noah A. McGee

Published

October 31, 2024
Culture, Culture

What Barack Obama Was Surprisingly Willing to Give Up to Get That First Date With Michelle

On an episode of "The Pivot," our Forever President shares the story of what he had to do to shoot his shot with his wife of 32 years.

By

Angela Johnson

Published

October 31, 2024
Very Smart Brothas

What Black People Are Saying About Kamala Harris and the Election When No one else is Around

Black People to Black Men: You owe us for Obama. When it comes to Black men and VP Harris, loyalty may not be a two-way street.

By

Tatsha Robertson

Published

October 29, 2024
Culture

Barack Obama Is Annoyed Trump Added His Name to Those Stimulus Checks. But Did Trump Do Anything Illegal? We have the Tea.

Although there was a lot of push back from Democrats behind Trump's signatures on the checks, what Trump did was perfectly legal.

By

Alyse Martin

Published

October 27, 2024
Politics

The Truth About Black Men Supporting Kamala Harris, Shocking Things Donald Trump’s Allies Are Saying About Him, How Georgia Rappers May Hold The Key To The Election, Obama Raps Eminem At Kamala Rally And More

The Root's most polarizing political stories from the week.

By

Candace McDuffie

Published

October 26, 2024