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The New King of Pop is a Queen
Why Beyoncé is the only plausible heir to Michael Jackson’s sparkly glove.
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Eminem's Stunted Growth
A brave man moves beyond the past, stretches past his artistic comfort zone and grows. Then, there's Marshall Mathers.
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Why Justin Timberlake Will Never Be MJ
In the race to replace Michael Jackson, Justin is the clear front-runner. But he won't win.
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To Be Nina
A new multimedia box set lets fan savor Nina Simone's trademark blend of bruised beauty and triumphant defiance.
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Quote, Unquote
T-Pain pays a lot for something flashy. And so does Spanish soccer team Real Madrid. Kobe Bryant's magic is off in third game of NBA finals. A look at the best quotes of the week.
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American Mandela
Barack and Abe. Obama and FDR. Comparisons galore. But, enough already with the dead white presidents. There's an equally—perhaps more—apt yardstick by which to measure Obama: South Africa's Nelson Mandela.
The NAACP's 100th Annual Convention
Marking 100 years of the fight for civil rights.
The New King of Pop is a Queen
Why Beyoncé is the only plausible heir to Michael Jackson’s sparkly glove.
Why Justin Timberlake Will Never Be MJ
In the race to replace Michael Jackson, Justin is the clear front-runner. But he won't win.
Hearings Through the Looking Glass
Sonia Sotomayor's price for being a candid Latina judge.
Wole Soyinka on Obama's Choice
The Nobel Laureate dissects the message the president's trip to Ghana should send to the corrupt and failing states of Africa.
The Trouble With Greatness
From Ike Turner to Van Gogh, Michael Jackson wasn’t the only artist tarnished by his off-stage drama.
Sotomayor's Judgment Day
There is little question that Sonia Sotomayor will be confirmed. But it is important for the White House and Democrats to do it right and set the tone for an even bolder pick the next time.
The Sotomayor Sessions
Will Republicans continue to advance divisive politics rooted in America’s sad history of racism and exclusion? Or can they rise to meet the challenges of 21st-century, multicultural America with dignity and honor?
Emotion Denied
Whatever they think about Judge Sonia Sotomayor, conservatives should know there’s nothing they can do to stop her confirmation.
Enough Already With the Bipartisanship!
If Obama wants to get anything done, he needs to start breaking some GOP heads. This is not the time to be making nice.
Dining Without the Dictator
Barack Obama's first presidential trip to Sub-Saharan Africa will focus on the good guys—but we couldn't resist calling out the bad. Your guide to the Ghana trip, and the company Obama should be keeping abroad.
GALLERY: African Rogues and Royalty
Eyes Off the Prize
Yes, we should mourn Michael Jackson. But the Congressional Black Caucus needs to focus on more important issues.
He’ll Always Have Paris
With a few simple words, Michael Jackson’s daughter does more to rescue his legacy than all the sermons and tributes delivered in his memory.
Oh No He Didn’t!
In Brüno, Sacha Baron Cohen’s flaming fashionista serves up the Botoxed embodiment of America’s deadly sins. Hilarity ensues. But is it too mean?
Studying War Some More
The Hurt Locker is a brilliant movie that shows us exactly why we need to get over our addiction to fighting, and sometimes starting, wars.
Put a Ring On It!
For this women’s pro-football player, the road to redemption has one more stop at this Saturday’s conference title game: D.C. Divas vs. the Boston Militia.
Young, Gifted and Slack
What Sarah Palin and Joe the Plumber have in common with Al Sharpton and Louis Farrakhan.
Go Global, America!
To help President Obama improve America's image in the world, Americans must learn more about the world outside their nation's borders.
Young Bucks Get the Big Bucks
The NBA veterans have long highlight reels. But teams should be looking to the future with the young ballers.
Hung?
From the nutty mass murderer to the stereotypical street thug, how the media emasculate Asian and black men.
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VIDEO: Steele Invites Diversity; Says "I'll Bring the Fried Chicken and Potato Salad"
The RNC chairman keeps it real...something with a group of bloggers interviewing him...
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Workers Call Off Strike, World Cup Might Happen After All
Preparations for next year's World Cup are back on schedule though some agreement details need ironing out...
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168 Feared Dead in Iran Plane Crash
The plane went down sixteen minutes after takeoff...
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Round 2...Fight! A Wrap-Up of Sotomayor's Second Day
A great majority of the questions were tough and insightful. Just kidding...
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AUDIO: Drake Wishes Death on Obama!...No; Not that Drake. The Other One.
Rev. Wiley Drake's interview with Alan Colmes, which is a delight...
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Obama Slated to Toss Out First Pitch at All-Star Game
The First Lady is expected to come on in relief in the 8th...
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Charles Taylor Says: I Have No Idea How All Those Dead People Happened!
The former Liberian president pleaded not guilty to eleven criminal charges...
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Transcript of Judge Sotomayor's Opening Statements
Strangely, she did not open up with "Thank you all for finally shutting up..."
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Regina Benjamin Tapped as Surgeon General
She's a family doctor from Bayou La Batre, Alabama...
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Live Stream: Judge Sotomayor's Confirmation Hearing
Follow the goings-on in Washington DC...
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So Fly: 15-Year Old Pilot Completes Cross-Country Voyage
For Kimberly Anyadike of Compton, 'frequent flyer miles' mean something a little different...
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Philly Swim Club: 'Sorry for the Racis..er..Mix Up. Still Wanna Swim?'
The Philadelphia swim club that initial had "complexion" concerns invites the youngsters back (in the hope they don't get sued)...
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Digging Up Grave Sites and Reselling the Plot = Not Tight
Four cats in Chicago did not get that memo...
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See? Bill Clinton IS Black, Just Like Every Comedian Ever Said
The 42nd president will be inducted into Phi Beta Sigma...
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Burris Says "No Mas"; Shan't Run in 2010
The move does not come as a surprise to...anyone really...
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Wrongfully Convicted Men Free after 20 Years; States Hopes for Mulligan
Um...better late than never?
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Audio: Michael Wasn't a Pioneer of Everything
Lightening of the skin is a global practice...
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At Some Pools, Still Waters Run Deep
Remember: This is 2009. Racism is but a figment of our sensitive imaginations, right?
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Opinion: Soledad O'Brien Isn't Why 'Black in America' Catches a FAIL
Vernon C. Mitchell says CNN is to blame...
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