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On May 26, 1993, a gritty, violent crime drama set in the Watts neighborhood of Los Angeles and directed by twin brothers named Allen and Albert Hughes opened in theaters. Critics loved it, and in the 20 years since it was released, the film, which follows a teenage drug dealer who commits heinous crimes with…

On May 26, 1993, a gritty, violent crime drama set in the Watts neighborhood of Los Angeles and directed by twin brothers named Allen and Albert Hughes opened in theaters. Critics loved it, and in the 20 years since it was released, the film, which follows a teenage drug dealer who commits heinous crimes with…

It’s graduation season, when college students across the nation embark on a new chapter of their lives, often encouraged by the words of wisdom imparted to them by keynote speakers during their commencement celebrations. Here are inspirational quotes that black notables and other luminaries — from Barack Obama to Toni Morrison to Bill Clinton and…

It’s graduation season, when college students across the nation embark on a new chapter of their lives, often encouraged by the words of wisdom imparted to them by keynote speakers during their commencement celebrations. Here are inspirational quotes that black notables and other luminaries — from Barack Obama to Toni Morrison to Bill Clinton and…

Keli Goff is The Root’s special correspondent. Follow her on Twitter.  Today, being a celebrity mom can be big business. There is already endless speculation about how much photos of Kanye West and Kim Kardashian’s child will sell for. But there are celebrity moms who have chosen to use their role in the public eye to…

Today, being a celebrity mom can be big business. There is already endless speculation about how much photos of Kanye West and Kim Kardashian’s child will sell for. But there are celebrity moms who have chosen to use their role in the public eye to do more than showcase how stylish their “mini mes” are.…

My mom used to tell me, “You’re smart, you’re beautiful and you can do anything you want” every day (she thinks The Help stole and butchered her line). Watching her complete her college education set the best example of hard work I could have asked for. She’s compassionate and brave and has always said exactly what’s…