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Congratulations, Melissa Harris-Perry!
The untitled program is scheduled to begin Feb. 4.
Can Endorsing Gay Marriage Help Obama?
Doing so before the election has some risks, but it could help re-energize segments of his base.
Jamba Juice CEO Talks Youth Employment
Blogging the Beltway: Executive James D. White is partnering with the White House to create jobs for disadvantaged youths.
Santorum’s Controversial Remarks
He claims he was misquoted on blacks and welfare. But what about his other statements?
The Confab: State of the GOP Race
This week on the Confab: Join Deputy Editor Lauren Williams as she chats with Washington Reporter Cynthia Gordy and contributor Jack White about the state of the race of the GOP presidential nomination and what to look forward to in 2012.
Discovering Your Roots
Local archives and libraries are great resources for African-American genealogy research.
The 100th Anniversary of the ANC
South Africa's ruling party has much to fete and more to consider, says Charlayne Hunter-Gault.
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Blogging the Beltway: The president has again taken matters into his own hands, but not without a fight from the GOP.
Journal-isms: One particular narrative about the GOP presidential campaign thus far has been muted.
The Root DC
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- The African National Congress turns 100
- Parenting in the hip-hop age of Lil Wayne, wife beaters, domestic violence and misogyny
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- Kansas lawmaker apologizes for Michelle Obama ‘YoMama’ email
