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The Chinese Connection

lenora blackamore — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 21:38:27 GMT

List of Things to Discuss – Money. Money. Africa? In National

In Search of the Narrative

Brandi Davis — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 15:01:02 GMT

What happens when we try to write the story ourselves?

The Man at Home Depot

brandi davis — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 16:12:29 GMT

The Face of the Health Care Debate. In National

Of Rage and Gender

Brandi Davis — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 15:02:42 GMT

Why women aren't shooting up the joint. In National

The Execution of the DC Sniper

Brandi Davis — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 16:35:27 GMT

Questions Without Answers. In National

Reclaiming Victory: The Loner

Brandi Davis — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 16:14:27 GMT

Around the country, people are finding help and hope overcoming homelessness. In National

Reclaiming Victory: The Single Mother

Brandi Davis — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 16:13:22 GMT

Around the country, people are finding help and hope overcoming homelessness. In National

Reclaiming Victory: The Married Couple

Brandi Davis — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 16:12:42 GMT

Around the country, people are finding help and hope overcoming homelessness. In National

Reclaiming Victory: The Single Father

Brandi Davis — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 16:11:43 GMT

Around the country, people are finding help and hope overcoming homelessness. In National

BIG GREEN

Brandi Davis — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 21:44:30 GMT

Now that Van Jones is out, is that plan still in? In National

Patriot Games

Brandi Davis — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 14:28:30 GMT

Time for the president to stop turning over the ball. In National

A New Dream

Brandi Davis — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 21:28:22 GMT

In National

Chicago Violence:

Brandi Davis — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 21:26:58 GMT

One activist says it will never end. In National

Excerpts of the President’s Town Hall Meeting

Brandi Davis — Fri, 16 Oct 2009 14:12:57 GMT

University of New Orleans. In National

Has NOLA Lost Her Soul?

Brandi Davis — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 18:37:20 GMT

One Reporter’s Journey Back to the Crescent City. In National

Troubled Legacy

Brandi Davis — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 14:19:27 GMT

A King Family Squabble Comes to a Conclusion - Maybe. In National

A Monument to America

Brandi Davis — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 20:02:55 GMT

Another Side of Ben Ali. In Culture

The Higher Forms of Racism?

Brandi Davis — Mon, 12 Oct 2009 21:12:45 GMT

By Ethelbert Miller. In National

The Promise of Peace

Brandi Davis — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 19:42:04 GMT

It's about the journey. In National

Obama Wins Nobel Peace Prize

Brandi Davis — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 19:43:31 GMT

U.S.. President in surprise win for "extraordinary efforts" to improv world diplomacy and co-operation. In National

How To Meet a Black Leader

lenora blackamore — Fri, 09 Oct 2009 05:54:32 GMT

E. Ethelbert Miller on state of leadership. In Politics

Snitching, Revisited

Brandi Davis — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 20:15:07 GMT

A new book and a new incident expose the need for change. In National

James Clyburn Don’t Take No Lip

Brandi Davis — Thu, 24 Sep 2009 17:34:32 GMT

House majority whip flexes muscle in DC. In National

Cold Betrayal or Cold Reality?

Brandi Davis — Mon, 28 Sep 2009 13:54:09 GMT

The David Paterson Dilemma. In National

Atlanta’s Next Hope?

Brandi Davis — Thu, 24 Sep 2009 17:49:13 GMT

An interview with mayoral candidate Kasim Reed. In National

Race Today, Race Tomorrow

Brandi Davis — Mon, 21 Sep 2009 14:36:00 GMT

Ethelbert Miller on Talking About "It". In National

The Awful Stain of Misunderstanding

Brandi Davis — Wed, 16 Sep 2009 14:43:53 GMT

Casting Judgment on Caster Semanya. In National

Getting to Yes

Brandi Davis — Tue, 22 Sep 2009 14:20:12 GMT

Brian Gilmore on Why Obama Will Win on Health Care. In National

The President on Health Care

Brandi Davis — Mon, 14 Sep 2009 17:03:02 GMT

An Argument By the Book. In National

A National Disgrace

Brandi Davis — Mon, 14 Sep 2009 17:04:27 GMT

Del Walters Thinks the "Liar" Comment Was A National Disgrace. In National

Ted Kennedy's Final Message

Brandi Davis — Mon, 14 Sep 2009 21:58:39 GMT

His message on health care. In Full. In National

The Full Transcript: President Obama's Health Care Address

Brandi Davis — Mon, 14 Sep 2009 21:57:36 GMT

Address to a Joint Session of Congress on Health Care. In National

The Politics of Patriotism

lenora blackamore — Tue, 08 Sep 2009 20:15:50 GMT

There was a time when a prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance were necessary beginnings to a fruitful day in America’s pubic schools.

The Glass Picture Tube

Brandi Davis — Mon, 14 Sep 2009 21:59:46 GMT

A Just Reward for Diane Sawyer, but… In National

The President's Address to Students

lenora blackamore — Mon, 07 Sep 2009 04:35:38 GMT

2009 09 08 The President's Address to Students Transcripts of the Speech Conservatives Don't Want Children to Hear The President Hello everyone – how’s everybody doing today? I’m here with students at Wakefield High School in Arlington, Virginia. And

Family of Emmett Till Donates Original Casket

Brandi Davis — Mon, 31 Aug 2009 01:49:51 GMT

Emmett Till Tuesday, September 1, 2009

The Future of New Orleans?

Brandi Davis — Mon, 31 Aug 2009 17:46:00 GMT

An interview with mayoral candidate JAMES PERRY

Kennedy: An Appreciation

Brandi Davis — Wed, 26 Aug 2009 21:48:20 GMT

A salute to the People’s Champion of Politics. In National

Torture: We Have Been Here Before

Brandi Davis — Tue, 25 Aug 2009 21:02:46 GMT

Why We Need Our Own “Truth Commission” In National

Why Dogs and Not Lobsters?

Brandi Davis — Tue, 18 Aug 2009 14:17:18 GMT

Our irrational animal love. In National

The New Vocabulary

Brandi Davis — Wed, 12 Aug 2009 20:57:02 GMT

E. Ethelbert Miller on America’s Change in Tone. In National

American Made

Brandi Davis — Wed, 05 Aug 2009 21:44:25 GMT

Goldie Taylor on the Truth Behind the "Birther" Movement. In National

The Best Beer Commercial - Ever

lenora blackamore — Fri, 07 Aug 2009 17:37:52 GMT

Obama, Gates, Crowley toast to an undefined victory. In National

About That Beer

Brandi Davis — Mon, 27 Jul 2009 21:41:47 GMT

DeAngelo Starnes on the White House/Gates Make-up Session

Who Can You Trust?

Brandi Davis — Tue, 04 Aug 2009 14:11:36 GMT

The police have a deeper issue to grapple with. In National

The Real Story from Gates

Brandi Davis — Tue, 21 Jul 2009 14:33:27 GMT

The Skip Gates camp's official statement. In National

The Gates Incident

Brandi Davis — Mon, 27 Jul 2009 19:19:21 GMT

“This is How They Treat Black Men in America!” In National

The NAACP: Summing it up

Brandi Davis — Mon, 20 Jul 2009 22:03:15 GMT

Ben Jealous on what’s now and what’s next. In National

Carry My Card Back Home

Brandi Davis — Mon, 20 Jul 2009 22:01:32 GMT

Ethelbert Miller on the Future of the NAACP. In National

A Day Trip with the President

Brandi Davis — Fri, 17 Jul 2009 15:15:05 GMT

Can I Catch a Ride to the NAACP? In National

Remarks of President Barack Obama:

Brandi Davis — Tue, 21 Jul 2009 16:42:37 GMT

The NAACP Centennial Convention. In National

The Sotomayor Confirmation:

Brandi Davis — Wed, 15 Jul 2009 15:43:29 GMT

About a Judge or About Affirmative Action. In National

Back off of Barry

Brandi Davis — Wed, 15 Jul 2009 19:08:33 GMT

Del Waters followed Barry for years. Now, he says, it’s time to stop. In National

The Week That Was

Brandi Davis — Tue, 07 Jul 2009 21:57:27 GMT

What else happened in the world. In National

The Michael Jackson Memorial

Brandi Davis — Wed, 08 Jul 2009 20:07:15 GMT

A Moment Steeped in Black Culture. In National

Where there’s a Will, there’s a Way

Brandi Davis — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 20:05:00 GMT

A lawyer's primer on probate. In National

Report From The Jackson Front

Brandi Davis — Mon, 06 Jul 2009 14:48:55 GMT

Files from the street on the mourning and the mischief. In National

The Media and the Moment

Brandi Davis — Mon, 06 Jul 2009 20:02:19 GMT

William Jelani Cobb on Michael through the Media’s Lens. In National

Health Care: We are Getting Played

lenora blackamore — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 19:31:14 GMT

DeAngelo Starnes on the Details of Reform

Making it Viral

lenora blackamore — Wed, 24 Jun 2009 04:46:27 GMT

Making it Viral. The Growing Success of TotallySketch. In Politics

The Last Hurrah for the Voting Rights Act?

lenora blackamore — Mon, 22 Jun 2009 03:57:25 GMT

The Vote on Voting Rights. Brian Gilmore of Why This Decision May Not Be Enough. In Politics

A Real Change in Health Care? You Decide

Brandi Davis — Tue, 16 Jun 2009 20:34:15 GMT

President Obama’s Address to the AMA on Health Care Reform. In National

Big Demand. Dwindling Supply.

Brandi Davis — Fri, 12 Jun 2009 20:28:09 GMT

Del Walters on the Tyranny of Big Oil. In National

Terrorism by Any Other Name

Brandi Davis — Thu, 11 Jun 2009 17:27:37 GMT

Domestic or Foreign the Crime is the Same. In National

How the GOP Can Right Itself

Brandi Davis — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 17:10:39 GMT

G'Ra Asim on how to right the GOP. In National

D-Day Remarks

Brandi Davis — Mon, 08 Jun 2009 19:48:09 GMT

65th Anniversary of D-Day. In National

10 Things To Stop Doing Now If You Ever Want To Run For Office

Brandi Davis — Wed, 03 Jun 2009 21:12:22 GMT

The New Rules of Privacy. In National

Politics of the Pick

Brandi Davis — Tue, 26 May 2009 03:04:41 GMT

A second view on choosing Sotomayor. In National

Sonia Sotomayor: The Politics of the Pick

Brandi Davis — Tue, 26 May 2009 02:55:52 GMT

A chess-like move for a smart President. In National

Remarks By The President In Nominating Judge Sonia Sotomayor

Brandi Davis — Tue, 26 May 2009 17:34:52 GMT

Judge Sonia Sotomayor. In Politics

Supreme Invasion of Privacy

Brandi Davis — Mon, 18 May 2009 21:01:10 GMT

The President's nominee will face a whole new level of scrutiny. In National

What’s in a Name - Part 2

Brandi Davis — Wed, 13 May 2009 02:10:07 GMT

Since his first column on calling the prez “Obama”, Del Walters is even more convinced that we need a return to formality. In National

Dying - And Humorless

Brandi Davis — Wed, 13 May 2009 01:45:45 GMT

The Republicans have lost a lot, but their sense of humor is the final blow. In Politics

How (not) to pick a Supreme Court justice

Brandi Davis — Mon, 11 May 2009 20:32:58 GMT

A Black? A Woman? A Latino? Goldie Taylor says "Who Cares?" In National

Why All the Formality?

Terry Glover — Wed, 06 May 2009 15:41:04 GMT

Eric Easter with another view on addressing the Commander-in-Chief. In National

Mr. President? Mr. Obama? Obama? Dude?

Terry Glover — Wed, 06 May 2009 16:26:39 GMT

Del Walters on What We Should Be Calling Our Chief Executive. In National

America Doesn't Torture?

Brandi Davis — Mon, 04 May 2009 19:07:02 GMT

A Call for Consistent Values. In National

100 Days: Best Moves - VeTalle

Brandi Davis — Wed, 29 Apr 2009 14:41:01 GMT

The First 100 Days The best and most questionable moves of President Barack Obama Wednesday, April 29, 2009 Summarizing the first 100 days of the new presidency is a difficult task. Success

Going Forward: Obama's Best Opportunity

Terry Glover — Wed, 29 Apr 2009 15:54:55 GMT

Our contributors weigh in on his best chance for success for the next 4-8 years. In National

The First 100 Days

Brandi Davis — Wed, 29 Apr 2009 19:33:31 GMT

Diverse voices on the best and most questionable move since taking office. In National

Iceman

Brandi Davis — Tue, 28 Apr 2009 20:26:15 GMT

The Benefits and Drawbacks of a "Cool" Presidency. In National

The Morning After

Brandi Davis — Mon, 27 Apr 2009 19:43:10 GMT

Why are the courts all up in your sex life? In National

About That Book

Brandi Davis — Tue, 21 Apr 2009 20:49:18 GMT

How a diplomatic gesture would influence america's foreign policy. In National

The EBONY Power 150

Brandi Davis — Thu, 23 Apr 2009 21:33:44 GMT

Education, Religion, Politics, Business, the Arts or the Military: Who had juice in 2008? In National

The 2009 EBONY Power 150 List: Military

Brandi Davis — Wed, 15 Apr 2009 17:16:33 GMT

2009 04 15 The 2009 EBONY Power 150 List Military & Public Service MILITARY MAJ. SHAWNA KIMBRELL 555th Fighter Squadron, first Black female fighter pilot in the U.S. Air Force GEN. WILLIAM E. (KIP) WARD Commander of the U.S.

The 2009 EBONY Power 150 List: Arts

Brandi Davis — Wed, 15 Apr 2009 17:15:50 GMT

2009 04 15 The 2009 EBONY Power 150 List Arts, Entertainment & Media Arts, Entertainment & Media TYRA BANKS Talk show host, television producer and entrepreneur DEBRA MARTIN CHASE Film and television producer whose company, Martin Chase Productions, is

The 2009 EBONY Power 150 List: Business

Brandi Davis — Wed, 15 Apr 2009 17:14:53 GMT

2009 04 15 The 2009 EBONY Power 150 List Business Business DON. H. BARDEN Owner Chairman CEO, The Barden Companies, Inc. URSULA M. BURNS President, Xerox Corporation SHAWN (JAY Z) CARTER Music producer entrepreneur KENNETH I. CHENAULT Chairman CEO,

The 2009 EBONY Power 150 List: Education & Health

Brandi Davis — Wed, 15 Apr 2009 17:13:51 GMT

2009 04 15 The 2009 EBONY Power 150 List Education & Health Education & Health LERONE BENNETT JR. Author, historian, lecturer L.D. Britt, M.D. Chair of the American College of Surgeons (ACS) board of the regents GEOFFREY CANADA President

The 2009 EBONY Power 150 List: Religion

Brandi Davis — Wed, 15 Apr 2009 17:13:12 GMT

2009 04 15 The 2009 EBONY Power 150 List Religion Religion BISHOP CHARLES E. BLAKE Presiding bishop, Church of God In Christ, Inc. THE REV. DR. CALVIN O. BUTTS Pastor of Abyssinian Baptist Church in Harlem President of the

The 2009 EBONY Power 150 List

Brandi Davis — Wed, 15 Apr 2009 17:10:09 GMT

2009 04 15 The 2009 EBONY Power 150 List The “Ebony Power 150” was compiled by the editors of Ebony, in consultation with national experts and leaders in their fields. Being on the list does not necessarily constitute an

Mann Up

Brandi Davis — Fri, 17 Apr 2009 14:33:45 GMT

DeAngelo Starnes on the long overdue pardon of heavyweight champ Jack Johnson. In National

Socialist? No. Orwellian? Maybe...

Terry Glover — Mon, 06 Apr 2009 13:17:28 GMT

As terms of the bailout surface, the premise of a classic sci-fi novel come to mind. In National

Too Big To Fail? Too Big To Exist

Terry Glover — Tue, 31 Mar 2009 09:44:50 GMT

DeAngelo Starnes makes the case for breaking up our souped up companies and institution. In National.

Sunshine in Darkness

Brandi Davis — Tue, 24 Mar 2009 21:31:52 GMT

Finding the upsides of a down economy. In National

Half Time

Terry Glover — Wed, 18 Mar 2009 14:48:41 GMT

The first 100 days...make that the first 50 days of President Obama. In National

Michael Steele: In It To Fix It , Or Just To Be The Boss?

Terry Glover — Mon, 09 Mar 2009 06:16:38 GMT

The first black chair of the Republican National Committee doesn't seem all that interested in doing his job. In National

Mad as Hell

Terry Glover — Mon, 09 Mar 2009 05:10:51 GMT

Del Walters on why we should still demand answers from the Bush administration. In National

Obama As Larry Holmes

Terry Glover — Sun, 01 Mar 2009 05:00:56 GMT

The president is prepared to deliver a knock-out blow with his political strategy. In National

The White House Press Pool

Terry Glover — Mon, 23 Feb 2009 08:15:48 GMT

The Obama administration from the inside -- out. An excerpt from the Governors' Association Dinner. In National

25 Things

Terry Glover — Mon, 23 Feb 2009 06:00:39 GMT

DeAngelo Starnes on news stories you should (and shouldn't) care about. In National

Wherefore Art Thou FDA?

Terry Glover — Wed, 18 Feb 2009 10:19:16 GMT

This agency cannot keep our food supply safe. The case for change. In National

Can a Brother Get Some Stimulus?

Brandi Davis — Wed, 11 Feb 2009 18:29:15 GMT

What the Obama Plan Means for Joe Average. In National

Obama, Hoover and The GOP

Terry Glover — Mon, 09 Feb 2009 18:47:07 GMT

The Republican policies of Herbert Hoover deepened the depression. In stalling Obama's stimulus package, the GOP positioned us for more of the same. Brian Gilmore on the message. In National

We Need A Flat Tax. Now!

Brandi Davis — Wed, 04 Feb 2009 22:52:43 GMT

The cost of our arcane tax structure is more considerable than you think. Eric Easter on the alternative. In National

ReThink: Was Abraham Lincoln A White Supremacist?

Terry Glover — Mon, 02 Feb 2009 07:48:02 GMT

Author and historian Lerone Bennett, Jr. asked the question in a seminal article published in the February 1968 issue of Ebony. A first look back through our archives. In National

Nationalism and Barack Obama

lenora blackamore — Wed, 28 Jan 2009 16:27:12 GMT

Brian Gilmore on why Malcolm's ideology is still necessary. In National

Is Lobbying Really All That Bad?

Brandi Davis — Mon, 26 Jan 2009 22:41:22 GMT

Eric Easter calls for reason. In National

Report From The Ground

Terry Glover — Thu, 22 Jan 2009 05:44:25 GMT

It takes a million fences to hold a nation back. Inauguration 2009. In National

Oh What a Day

Brandi Davis — Thu, 22 Jan 2009 20:58:24 GMT

Sylvester Monroe on the import, and the impact, of President Obama's Inaugural address. In National

The Inaugural Address

Brandi Davis — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 17:52:34 GMT

The full transcript of President Barack Obama. In National

Parts of Speech

Brandi Davis — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 15:10:21 GMT

There are a few key things Obama's Inauguration speech should convey. In Politics

The Journey

lenora blackamore — Sun, 18 Jan 2009 02:37:05 GMT

Thank you, Dr. King, for paving the way

White House Social Secretary: The Role

Terry Glover — Thu, 15 Jan 2009 05:40:59 GMT

For Desiree Rogers the appointment could mean a new definition for social marketing

Inauguration Right Rail

Brandi Davis — Thu, 05 Feb 2009 22:14:41 GMT

TEST

Media Mix: Back to the Future

Terry Glover — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 08:02:04 GMT

The Black Press in the Age of Obama

Penny Wise

Brandi Davis — Tue, 13 Jan 2009 22:16:50 GMT

What Barack Obama can learn from Jimmy Carter's mistake.

Black Presidential Candidates Before Barack Obama

Terry Glover — Wed, 14 Jan 2009 03:33:23 GMT

Barack made it look easy, but who tossed their hat in the ring before America was ready to say "Yes We Can." In Politics

Paging Dr. Gupta

Brandi Davis — Fri, 09 Jan 2009 22:32:11 GMT

A celebrity doc as the Surgeon General might not be such a bad idea. In National

Roland Burris' Capitol Steps

Terry Glover — Thu, 08 Jan 2009 00:32:01 GMT

EBONY editor Kevin Chappell documents Burris' arrival. In National

Mr. Burris Goes To Washington

Terry Glover — Wed, 07 Jan 2009 07:06:18 GMT

The appointment of Obama's Senate seat is anything but a simple plan. In National

Arne Duncan, Obama's Education Pick

Terry Glover — Mon, 29 Dec 2008 18:37:01 GMT

It is being said now that Barack Obama's pick to serve as Secretary of Education is not an educator. That's not necessarily a bad thing. In Politics

The Warren Decision

Terry Glover — Mon, 29 Dec 2008 18:40:52 GMT

"I keep waiting for Rick Warren to bow out of Barack Obama's inauguration ceremony gracefully." Brian Gilmore on that controversial pick. In National

David Paterson on Caroline Kennedy

Terry Glover — Tue, 30 Dec 2008 06:08:53 GMT

He has the right to choose a successor to Hillary Clinton. With a Kennedy in the running is it still his choice to make? In National

Black GOP Chairman?

Brandi Davis — Mon, 15 Dec 2008 21:22:12 GMT

Republicans need a new strategy to replace that southern one. In National

Blagojevich: The Sixth Sense

Terry Glover — Wed, 10 Dec 2008 08:28:19 GMT

Just like the movie, once the key evidence is revealed, it all adds up. In National

Are We All Corrupt?

Terry Glover — Wed, 10 Dec 2008 08:06:56 GMT

Eric Easter on the difference between coercion and a favor. In National

Smokey: A Poet For The Ages

Terry Glover — Tue, 09 Dec 2008 16:27:55 GMT

There's only one man right for the job of Inaugural Poet. Monroe Anderson makes the case. In National

It's The Economy, Stupid

Brandi Davis — Mon, 08 Dec 2008 21:33:50 GMT

A fundamental shift is called for in our bottom-line business strategies. In National

Exit Strategy

Terry Glover — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 15:41:55 GMT

Only 48 days left. Condoleezza lets her guard -- and her hair -- down. In National

The Security Team

Brandi Davis — Tue, 02 Dec 2008 16:44:06 GMT

Obama's picks: risky or pragmatic? brian gilmore sizes up the players.

Transition and Transformation

Brandi Davis — Tue, 02 Dec 2008 17:04:25 GMT

Behind the scenes at the first print interview with the President-elect. How things have changed! In National

Can Michelle Be America's Hostess?

Terry Glover — Tue, 25 Nov 2008 10:53:46 GMT

The role of First Lady has always had an enormous capacity for tradition -- almost as much as it has for change. In Politics

60 Minutes With The Obamas

Terry Glover — Mon, 17 Nov 2008 07:17:50 GMT

Ronda Racha Penrice watched the interview. Her faith in America's future has taken a turn. In TV

Post-Election Fantasy Draft II

Terry Glover — Tue, 18 Nov 2008 21:29:56 GMT

Our politicos made the right call on Eric Holder as AG. Check our other odds-on favorites. In National

The Post-Election Fantasy Draft

Brandi Davis — Mon, 17 Nov 2008 21:28:02 GMT

Barack Obama needs to stock his cabinet. Given what we know now, we have a few revisions to our original picks. In National

The Mirage of Post-Racial Politics

Terry Glover — Mon, 10 Nov 2008 15:34:19 GMT

DeAngelo Starnes says there's value in embracing race. It's racism we need to get rid of. In national

Minorities and The Presidency: Who's Got Next?

Terry Glover — Mon, 10 Nov 2008 16:36:51 GMT

Eric Easter ranks the "identity" in identity politics. In National

The Audacity of Change

Terry Glover — Sun, 09 Nov 2008 18:09:27 GMT

Reason trumped race in the election of Barack Obama. William Jelani Cobb calls it a temporary stay. In National

The First Shall Be The Last

Terry Glover — Mon, 10 Nov 2008 18:35:29 GMT

With the election of Barack Obama to the office of President, Monroe Anderson sees the achievement of black 'firsts' forever altered. In National

One Down; Miles To Go

Terry Glover — Sat, 08 Nov 2008 19:57:07 GMT

The presidential cabinet takes forethought and strategic thinking. We did the heavy lifting months ago with our Fantasy Draft. Some ideas are worth a second look. In National

The First Press Conference: Short Notes

lenora blackamore — Fri, 07 Nov 2008 21:04:03 GMT

2008 11 07 The First Press Conference Short Notes Eric Easter The first official press conference was short and effective, but… There were two visual miscues in Barack Obama’s first news conference as President Elect. Odd mistakes for

Congratulations From Johnson Publishing Company

Brandi Davis — Wed, 05 Nov 2008 21:51:21 GMT

On behalf of Johnson Publishing Company, Inc. Chairman and CEO, Linda Johnson Rice extends a heartfelt congratulations to President-elect Barack Obama.

Election Day Videos

Terry Glover — Wed, 05 Nov 2008 17:59:49 GMT

Watch snippets of election day happenings from around the city and on the streets!

The World Reacts

Brandi Davis — Wed, 05 Nov 2008 17:34:58 GMT

Quotes from newspapers around the globe

Obama Remarks - The Full Transcript

Terry Glover — Wed, 05 Nov 2008 18:25:59 GMT

Read the remarks of a transformational candidate turned President-elect. In Politics

A Solemn and Decisive Victory

Brandi Davis — Wed, 05 Nov 2008 15:50:19 GMT

2008 11 05 A Solemn and Decisive Victory By Eric Easter As major historic events go, the Election Night watch in Chicago’s Grant Park lacked the energy of say, Mandela’s release from prison in Capetown, the wild enthusiasm of

The Change That Matters Most

Terry Glover — Mon, 03 Nov 2008 05:47:19 GMT

Brian Gilmore on why an Election Day victory comes second in importance for him. In National

A Simple Prediction

Terry Glover — Mon, 03 Nov 2008 05:31:11 GMT

Monroe Anderson made a bold proclamation about Election Tuesday. How'd he do? In National

What's At Stake On Tuesday

Terry Glover — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 06:25:09 GMT

William Jelani Cobb on why we must participate in what could well be the most important event in our history since the end of slavery. In National

Barack Obama: Savior of the Republican Party?

Terry Glover — Fri, 31 Oct 2008 05:24:31 GMT

Moderate republicans peep the upside of backing the democratic presidential candidate. In Politics

Palin Unplugged

Terry Glover — Wed, 29 Oct 2008 03:27:59 GMT

Has the maverick candidate already left a dying campaign behind? In National

Voter Oppression

Brandi Davis — Mon, 27 Oct 2008 20:18:10 GMT

brian gilmore on the voter fraud lie of the GOP. In Politics

The 14 Most Desirable Obama Buttons

Brandi Davis — Fri, 24 Oct 2008 21:54:48 GMT

History has been made and history, of course, requires collectibles.

The 19 Hottest Obama T-Shirts

Brandi Davis — Fri, 24 Oct 2008 21:59:16 GMT

We narrowed our choices down to the ones we would actually be seen in, during and after the election, win or lose.

The 21 Best Posters from Campaign 08

Brandi Davis — Mon, 27 Oct 2008 19:20:11 GMT

As you look through our Editors' Picks from 2008 campaign posters, you will notice a certain preponderance of artwork supporting Senator Barack Obama.

Campaign 101: Surplus Funds

Terry Glover — Wed, 22 Oct 2008 07:05:52 GMT

What happens if there's cash left over after an election? In National

The Powell Factor

Brandi Davis — Mon, 20 Oct 2008 14:27:02 GMT

Colin Powell's endosement of Barack Obama signals an important shift -- for both of them. In Politics

The Third Debate

Brandi Davis — Thu, 16 Oct 2008 18:42:05 GMT

The final presidential debate was McCain's last chance to save his sinking campaign. The captain went down with his ship. In National

Campaign 101: GOTV

Brandi Davis — Thu, 16 Oct 2008 20:06:31 GMT

Time to shift from issues to "get out the vote." In National

EBONY Endorses Barack Obama For President

Brandi Davis — Wed, 15 Oct 2008 15:06:15 GMT

For the first time in its 63-year history EBONY magazine has officially endorsed a presidential candidate.

Moment of Truth

Brandi Davis — Fri, 24 Oct 2008 14:52:20 GMT

Is it really all your fault? In National

About Last Night: The Nashville Townhall

Brandi Davis — Wed, 08 Oct 2008 19:10:32 GMT

The town hall format favored one thing: a simple plan. In National

Distractions

Brandi Davis — Tue, 07 Oct 2008 20:29:00 GMT

Can't win on issues? Distort the truth. In National

Juice Karma

Terry Glover — Sun, 05 Oct 2008 04:49:26 GMT

Was OJ's guilty verdict vengence or a self-fulfilling prophecy? In National

Crying Wolf

Terry Glover — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 05:27:48 GMT

The financial crisis is just the most recent in a litany of events that dominate the lives of the next generation. Del Walters wonders how it will affect their ability to lead. In National

A Fundamental Difference

Terry Glover — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 05:29:31 GMT

The vice presidential debate made it clear who is qualified for the long haul. In National

Running Like A Girl

Brandi Davis — Thu, 02 Oct 2008 19:11:47 GMT

The inherent danger in identity politics is no one is spared. In National

Debates and Bailouts

Terry Glover — Wed, 01 Oct 2008 13:37:06 GMT

DeAngelo Starnes examines the circumstances of the current financial crisis and asks, what's in it for us? In National

Why You Need the Bailout

Brandi Davis — Mon, 29 Sep 2008 21:45:25 GMT

It’s not just a Wall Street bailout. You are connected whether you want to be or not. In National

The Truth: Those Scary E-Mails About Voting and Wearing Buttons

Terry Glover — Thu, 25 Sep 2008 05:22:12 GMT

Brian Gilmore on those rumors and the law. In National

The Bailout

Brandi Davis — Mon, 22 Sep 2008 20:05:13 GMT

Massive funds have been committed to failing Wall Street institutions. Where's the Main Street lifeline? In National

Decoding: The Myth Of A Free Market System

Brandi Davis — Mon, 22 Sep 2008 19:03:50 GMT

DeAngelo Starnes breaks down the rhetoric of America's financial meltdown. In National

Thanks, But No Thanks, John McCain

Terry Glover — Mon, 22 Sep 2008 17:23:24 GMT

Goldie Taylor on the John McCain she was for before she was against him. Compare and contrast. In National

Student Voting

Brandi Davis — Fri, 19 Sep 2008 18:50:07 GMT

It's Not Apathy, It's Misinformation Brian Gilmore looks at the still present barriers to the youth vote. In Politics

The Transformation of Kevin Powell

Terry Glover — Fri, 19 Sep 2008 22:52:08 GMT

Author, activist, and impetuous "Real World" youth lays out his political aspirations and his holistic solutions for developing Black men. In National

Palin's Troopergate

Brandi Davis — Thu, 18 Sep 2008 20:57:18 GMT

Something in Alaska is beginning to smell, and it's not dead moose. In Politics

The Fallout from 9/11

Terry Glover — Sun, 14 Sep 2008 04:44:38 GMT

The real tragedy has yet to be realized. In National

The Move To Mediocrity

Terry Glover — Thu, 11 Sep 2008 13:50:41 GMT

What we lose when we settle for 'good enough.' In National

A Woman's Worth

Brandi Davis — Tue, 09 Sep 2008 18:34:27 GMT

Her poll numbers are like gold to the GOP. Her Politics? Not so much... In Politics

Don't Call It A Comeback

Brandi Davis — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 19:27:47 GMT

Kwame's first mistake was showing no contrition. Sadly, it probably won't be his last. In National

Kwame Kilpatrick

Brandi Davis — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 19:50:36 GMT

His ego made him do it. In Politics

Two Americas

Brandi Davis — Thu, 04 Sep 2008 15:14:01 GMT

The distinctions (and doublespeak) were front and center at the GOP convention in Minneapolis. In Politics

Palin and The Pregnancy Problem

Terry Glover — Tue, 02 Sep 2008 05:15:43 GMT

The VP nominee's unwed pregnant daughter calls a halt to moral judgements from the Right. In National

The Hail Mary

Terry Glover — Mon, 01 Sep 2008 04:47:37 GMT

Desperate times call for game-changing plays. McCain throws one for the Gipper. In National

Deja Vu, All Over Again

lenora blackamore — Sun, 31 Aug 2008 03:51:46 GMT

Three years ago to the date, Hurricaine Katrina devastated the city of New Orleans. With Gustav fast approaching, the question remains: will the powerbrokers get it right this time? In Politics

Adventures from Obamaland: Fundraising

Brandi Davis — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 20:04:27 GMT

2008 08 29 Adventures from Obamaland Fundraising Adventures from Obamaland Fundraising politics

Adventures from Obamaland: Texas

Brandi Davis — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 20:03:42 GMT

2008 08 29 Texas… Nzinga Stewart Just before the Texas primaries, the Obama campaign sent out an email to supporters requesting volunteers in Texas. Beatific visions of myself registering the poor and underrepresented danced before my eyes. A beautiful

Adventures in Obamaland

Brandi Davis — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 20:03:02 GMT

As a rule, music video director Nzingha Stewart paid little attention to politics. Rules are made to be broken. An exclusive campaign season series for ebonyjet.com

Barack Obama: The Transcript

Brandi Davis — Fri, 29 Aug 2008 16:07:53 GMT

Amidst much anticipation, Barack Obama delivered his acceptance speech for the nomination of President of the United States. Read all about it.

Rhythm Nation: The Soundtrack of the Convention

Terry Glover — Fri, 29 Aug 2008 16:14:57 GMT

The songs you have on your playlist reveal a lot about you. So what did we learn about the Democrats?

What It Felt Like

Terry Glover — Fri, 29 Aug 2008 16:50:40 GMT

del walters on the daze events. a Convention ‘08 wrap-up

Bill Clinton: The Transcript

Brandi Davis — Fri, 29 Aug 2008 14:59:05 GMT

2008-08-28 Bill Clinton: The Transcript The Honorable William Jefferson Clinton Democratic National Convention Wednesday, August 27, 2008 Remarks as Prepared for Delivery I am honored to be here tonight to support Barack Obama. And to warm up the crowd for Joe Biden, though as you'll soon se

Finally!

Brandi Davis — Thu, 28 Aug 2008 18:01:18 GMT

The official nomination of Barack Obama was a long time coming. The names of a few key players who helped come to mind.

Is A Change Gonna Come?

Brandi Davis — Fri, 29 Aug 2008 20:21:51 GMT

DeAngelo Starnes surveys the changes that need to happen and the likelihood of Obama having a chance to make them.

Speechifying: The Art and Craft of the Political Speech

Terry Glover — Tue, 02 Sep 2008 14:58:00 GMT

Speechifying doesn't come naturally, nor does it come without a team of advisors.

Winning by Losing

Terry Glover — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 22:04:51 GMT

After much wrangling, Hillary Clinton relinquished her claim as the White House heir apparent. Del Walters thinks she found her grace just in the nick of time.

No More Mr. Nice Guy

Brandi Davis — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 14:42:24 GMT

when it comes to making hard decisions in matters of global dominance, the question is not is Obama ready. The question is, are we?

History Versus Hillary

Terry Glover — Tue, 26 Aug 2008 21:39:40 GMT

History -- African American history -- is being made in this campaign. Why are we so afraid to say so?

Being There

lenora blackamore — Tue, 26 Aug 2008 20:05:25 GMT

When it comes to historic events, there's something to be said for stepping outside the moment. Reconciling the emotional tug of a good flat screen.

Schools: The Hole in America's Bucket

lenora blackamore — Tue, 26 Aug 2008 20:06:43 GMT

Auto workers, food workers, health care advocates, coal miners, trial lawyers, tobacco lobbyist, teachers. There are so many agendas flying at a major political event

About Last Night: The Transcript

lenora blackamore — Tue, 26 Aug 2008 20:03:33 GMT

Pundits varied in what they thought of the substantive nature of Michelle Obama's speech, but all were in agreement that she rocked the podium. Read the transcript. Teleprompter not included.

Whose Tube? The Youth Learn To React

Terry Glover — Tue, 26 Aug 2008 07:54:19 GMT

How do young folk feel about Barack? That answer is carried in the messages they post. Change can be lyrical. A Convention '08 special report.

The Obama/Biden Ticket

Terry Glover — Mon, 25 Aug 2008 15:25:19 GMT

Barack Obama named Joe Biden as his VP running mate. Which of our political pundits made the right call? In this race, there's no silver or bronze -- only gold. In Politics

Critical Evaluation: We Are Getting Played: Employment

Brandi Davis — Wed, 20 Aug 2008 20:36:53 GMT

DeAngelo Starnes calls for a new New Deal. In Politics

Dead Presidents

Brandi Davis — Wed, 20 Aug 2008 21:07:04 GMT

The evidence is stacked against conventional wisdom. Del Walters finds the DNA trails leading straight to the DNC. In Politics

Georgia On My Mind

Terry Glover — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 00:18:06 GMT

Russia's insurgence into the southern region drums up questions on U.S. foreign policy. Cold War, anyone?

Critical Evaluation: We Are Getting Played: Mortgages

Terry Glover — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 22:27:05 GMT

DeAngelo Starnes calls for a collective protest against selective bail-outs. In Politics

The Veepstakes

Terry Glover — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 22:28:21 GMT

Did our pundits stick with their fantasy picks? In Politics

What Jesse Jackson Should Do Now

Terry Glover — Tue, 05 Aug 2008 02:33:19 GMT

The reverend activist has played an integral role in our advancement. There is still a vital role for him to play. In National

The Declining Significance of Race

Brandi Davis — Mon, 04 Aug 2008 21:57:38 GMT

In an era of class and economic issues, it's time to change the dialogue. In Politics

Obama's Tour To Europe: The Balance Sheet

Terry Glover — Fri, 01 Aug 2008 23:37:07 GMT

A German perspective on Obama's European tour. In Politics

The Obama Report 7: The Interview

Terry Glover — Tue, 05 Aug 2008 06:26:44 GMT

Read Kevin Chappell's interview and retrace the Senator's Eurotrip through our exclusive reports and photo gallery. In National

The Obama Report: 6: London

Terry Glover — Tue, 05 Aug 2008 06:20:29 GMT

London: Number 10 Downing Street, Gordon Brown and Tony Blair. In Politics

The Obama Report: 5: Paris

Terry Glover — Tue, 05 Aug 2008 06:16:46 GMT

Touched down in Paris. Hold the Freedom Fries.

Critical Evaluation: We Are Getting Played

Terry Glover — Sun, 27 Jul 2008 15:53:43 GMT

High gas prices, unemployment, mortgage bailouts. We're not in a recession -- we're sliding toward a depression. DeAngelo Starnes lays it out for you. In Politics

John McCain Is Too Old

Terry Glover — Mon, 28 Jul 2008 04:40:54 GMT

The presidency is a young man’s game. Del Walters makes the case for youth as a necessary qualification. In National

The Obama Report: 4: Berlin

Terry Glover — Tue, 05 Aug 2008 06:19:40 GMT

Retrace the tour through Europe and the Middle East. Daily updates and photo gallery. In National

The Obama Report: 3: Jerusalem

Terry Glover — Tue, 05 Aug 2008 06:18:55 GMT

THE OBAMA REPORT  By Kevin Chappell

Dip-Lo-Mat

lenora blackamore — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 16:22:14 GMT

Obama's foreign policy skills were prepped long before he left the States. In Politics

The Obama Report: 2: Amman

Terry Glover — Tue, 05 Aug 2008 06:17:58 GMT

Obama dines with King Abdullah while the staff tussles with the press. In Politics

The Obama Report 1: Chicago

Terry Glover — Tue, 05 Aug 2008 06:22:19 GMT

Ebonyjet.com is embedded with Obama's Middle East and European tour. Catch daily updates and photos from the trail.

Who Will Speak For The Poor?

Terry Glover — Mon, 21 Jul 2008 03:34:05 GMT

Reverend Jesse Jackson should be in the news -- for very different reasons. In National

Can A Cartoon Change Minds?

Brandi Davis — Tue, 15 Jul 2008 18:02:10 GMT

The Obama New Yorker cover controversy was the most recent dust-up in a storied history of political cartoons. How much power do they really wield? In Politics

Barack Obama's Tricky Trip to Germany

Brandi Davis — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 21:41:17 GMT

Obama's success in Germany is not a done deal. Will he emerge victorious or crumble like the Berlin wall? In Politics

FISA and You

Terry Glover — Thu, 17 Jul 2008 23:21:46 GMT

If possession is nine-tenths, your privacy belongs to Uncle Sam. In Politics

What Jesse Jackson Said

lenora blackamore — Wed, 30 Jul 2008 16:47:09 GMT

The way Eric Easter sees it, timing is not the only thing that matters. In Politics

The Flip-Flop

Brandi Davis — Wed, 09 Jul 2008 20:43:33 GMT

Here's one that matters to African-Americans. In Politics

Jesse Helms Is Dead

Brandi Davis — Mon, 07 Jul 2008 21:53:02 GMT

The Senator from North Carolina is dead. Let’s bury American racism with him. In Politics

Critical Evaluation: Have Gun, Might Shoot

Terry Glover — Tue, 01 Jul 2008 16:00:54 GMT

DeAngelo Starnes trains his scope on the future of firearms and American civility. In National

Gun Ban

Brandi Davis — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 21:28:35 GMT

Why the Supreme Court decision is meaningless to you. In Politics

Backstaging

Brandi Davis — Mon, 23 Jun 2008 21:12:26 GMT

Making sure the right people appear behind a candidate at the right time? What's wrong with this picture? In Politics

Critical Evaluation

Brandi Davis — Fri, 20 Jun 2008 19:04:07 GMT

2008 06 23 Critical Evaluation Critical Evaluation politics

The Wrong Side of History?

Eric Easter — Tue, 17 Jun 2008 15:27:51 GMT

Eric Easter understands the motives of Black leaders who supported Hillary Clinton 'til the end. His assessment might surprise you. In Politics

Critical Evaluation: Impeachment Anyone?

Terry Glover — Mon, 16 Jun 2008 22:07:27 GMT

When Dennis Kucinich cited thirty-five articles of impeachment against George W. Bush, nobody was paying attention -- except DeAngelo Starnes. In Politics

The George W. Bush Impeachment Dossier

Brandi Davis — Mon, 16 Jun 2008 20:55:04 GMT

Who's with me? Del Walters calls for restitution. In Politics

Why I Pledge Allegiance

lenora blackamore — Wed, 02 Jul 2008 15:48:54 GMT

Black America's ambivalent feelings about this nation haven't left much room for patriotism. Here's why we should make it our number one priority. In Politics

Critical Evaluation: Getting Mad

Terry Glover — Sun, 08 Jun 2008 02:43:14 GMT

Need a good reason to rise up against the current state of affairs? DeAngelo Starnes lists a few to get you started. In Politics

Obama’s Cabinet: The Ebonyjet.com Fantasy Draft, Part III

Brandi Davis — Fri, 06 Jun 2008 17:57:13 GMT

Obama's Cabinet: The Ebonyjet Fantasy Draft III By Brian Gilmore. In Politics

Campaign '08

Terry Glover — Thu, 05 Jun 2008 15:00:58 GMT

Find the work of accomplished political observers. Because there is more to politics than who wins the election.

Inside The Moment

Brandi Davis — Wed, 04 Jun 2008 19:32:29 GMT

Last night, Minnesota witnessed a historic moment. A dispatch from Sylvester Monroe. In Politics

The Tipping Point

Brandi Davis — Wed, 04 Jun 2008 20:17:38 GMT

There is history within the history being made today. In Politics

George Bush Is That Pain In Your Gas

Terry Glover — Sun, 08 Jun 2008 02:44:46 GMT

Del Walters runs down the real reason fuel prices are at an all-time high. In Politics

Obama’s Cabinet: The Ebonyjet.com Fantasy Draft, Part II

Brandi Davis — Fri, 06 Jun 2008 16:47:17 GMT

Political contributor Monroe Anderson throws down his picks. In Politics

The Problem With Press Secretaries

Terry Glover — Wed, 28 May 2008 00:19:18 GMT

Scott McClellan's White House tell-all makes for one heck of an exit interview. Eric Easter holds McClellan just as responsible as his bosses for the Bush administration fallacies. In Politics

Critical Evaluation: The Long Money

Brandi Davis — Wed, 28 May 2008 20:35:59 GMT

DeAngelo Starnes says that, in this election season, to ignore the future makeup of the Supreme Court is a sucker's bet. In Politics

Blowback

Brandi Davis — Wed, 28 May 2008 14:15:19 GMT

Hillary Clinton's reference to Bobby Kennedy was the latest in a series of 'coded' campaign messages. Del Walters thinks it's time to crack the code. In Politics

Trickle Down

Terry Glover — Tue, 27 May 2008 12:07:03 GMT

History has shown seismic social shifts come from pivotal moments. Are we witnessing another? In Politics

Obama's Cabinet: The Ebonyjet.com Fantasy Draft

Eric Easter — Fri, 06 Jun 2008 21:03:27 GMT

He won't speculate, but that doesn't mean we can't. Our political observers
ponder which powerhouses would make the best team. In Politics

Swiftboating the Presidency

Terry Glover — Mon, 19 May 2008 02:48:46 GMT

Decorated war hero John Kerry's shot at the White House was torpedoed by 527s. Monroe Anderson wonders if the current candidates should don lifevests. In Politics

Critical Evaluation: Expanding The Social Order

Brandi Davis — Wed, 21 May 2008 21:03:21 GMT

California's ruling on gay marriage brings to mind Loving v. Virginia. Different era. Same bias. In Politics

What A Difference A Day Makes

Terry Glover — Mon, 19 May 2008 03:40:12 GMT

Was John Edwards' endorsement of Obama a late attempt to remain relevant or impeccable timing? In Politics

Pride and Prejudice

Angel Stephenson — Fri, 16 May 2008 17:17:36 GMT

As voters cast their ballots in the West Virginia primary, a world of caution about absolutes and exit polls. In Politics

Critical Evaluation: And The Winner Is...

lenora blackamore — Wed, 03 Sep 2008 16:04:27 GMT

In light of recent developments, D'Angelo Starnes felt compelled to give a Bonehead Update. Guess who shot to the top of the list? In Politics

Obama and the Blue Collar Voter. Is it All About the Beer?

Angel Stephenson — Fri, 16 May 2008 17:04:12 GMT

Eric Easter on campaign strategy and next steps. In Politics

Critical Evaluation: Bonehead Watch '08

lenora blackamore — Wed, 03 Sep 2008 16:07:33 GMT

Fame and fortune don't always add up to good judgment. In Politics

The Obama Money Train

Angel Stephenson — Fri, 16 May 2008 17:43:02 GMT

His campaign is marked by astounding fundraising success. Can other African-American organizations adopt his strategy? In Politics

Crabs in a Barrel

lenora blackamore — Wed, 03 Sep 2008 16:02:30 GMT

Is the oft-used phrase unfair to real crabs? An anthropological examination. In Politics

This Just In: Perception Is Reality

Angel Stephenson — Fri, 16 May 2008 17:47:46 GMT

A podium is not a pulpit. William Jelani Cobb on the hubris of confusing the two. In Politics

Questionable Judgment

Angel Stephenson — Fri, 16 May 2008 17:18:45 GMT

Reverend Wright's very public appearance revealed a very private agenda. In Politics

Wright Here, Wright Now

Angel Stephenson — Fri, 16 May 2008 17:55:18 GMT

Monroe Anderson says having the Minister center stage is the best thing for Obama's run. In Politics

Sean Bell

Angel Stephenson — Fri, 16 May 2008 17:24:13 GMT

How the circumstances surrounding the tragedy neutralized the impact of the case. In Politics

Critical Evaluation:The Nigga Treatment Rides Again

lenora blackamore — Wed, 03 Sep 2008 16:10:46 GMT

The Sean Bell case is just one of many suspect situations on DeAngelo Starnes’ list. In Politics

Pennsylvania

Angel Stephenson — Fri, 16 May 2008 17:14:27 GMT

Monroe Anderson on the issue behind the issues. Hint: it's a four-letter word. In Politics.

Critical Evaluation: Pennsylvania Revisited

lenora blackamore — Wed, 03 Sep 2008 16:08:22 GMT

The ABCNews presidential debate was neither news nor debate. DeAngelo Starnes imagines what the candidates were really thinking. In Politics

Critical Evaluation: Adult Time

Angel Stephenson — Tue, 13 May 2008 15:17:30 GMT

There's something wrong with children doing childish things being charged as adults. In Politics

Out Damned Spot

Angel Stephenson — Fri, 16 May 2008 17:11:05 GMT

A distraction from the conversation is laughable in a 30-second commercial. In real life? Not so much. In Politics

Critical Evaluation: Black Fire

lenora blackamore — Wed, 03 Sep 2008 16:06:48 GMT

Left unchecked, fire can be a destructive force. Controlled, that same force can produce dazzling results. DeAngelo Starnes calls for the latter in our communities. In Politics

Remembering Dr. King

Angel Stephenson — Fri, 16 May 2008 17:20:33 GMT

Martin Luther King isn't remembered for his anti-war position, but Brian Gilmore reminds us that before there was Iraq, there was Vietnam. In Politics

Obama’s Speech on Race – The Full Transcript(2)

Angel Stephenson — Fri, 16 May 2008 17:07:09 GMT

2008 04 03 Obama’s Speech on Race – The Full Transcript "Your Dreams Don't Have to Come at the Expense of My Dreams" Text of Barack Obama's prepared remarks in Philadelphia. He elaborated on these points in the actual

Stranger Than Fiction

Angel Stephenson — Fri, 16 May 2008 17:32:33 GMT

There's a lot of history to back up the "conspiracy theories" America is so ready to dismiss. Del Walters has devoted his media career to exposing most of them. In Politics

Slavery By Another Name

Angel Stephenson — Fri, 16 May 2008 17:26:52 GMT

Monroe Anderson on a new book that confirms slavery was still being practiced up until World War II. Can we get an "amen"? In Politics

Critical Evaluation: Rules Be Rules

lenora blackamore — Wed, 03 Sep 2008 16:11:20 GMT

John McCain is trying to duck his own campaign finance reforms. DeAngelo Starnes calls a foul. In Politics

The O(bama) Factor: Bring on the Political Pundits

Angel Stephenson — Fri, 16 May 2008 17:42:05 GMT

This election season, the television line-up looks a bit different. Bring on the color commentary. In Politics

The Burden of Proof

Angel Stephenson — Fri, 16 May 2008 17:35:24 GMT

Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick is in a downward spiral. Is he taking the Motor City with him? In Politics

The N-Word

Angel Stephenson — Fri, 16 May 2008 17:40:36 GMT

In Politics

Give Hillary a Break

lenora blackamore — Wed, 03 Sep 2008 15:57:56 GMT

It’s Everybody Else we have to worry about. In Politics

Marion Barry and Eliot Spitzer

Angel Stephenson — Fri, 16 May 2008 16:40:20 GMT

Different Pursuits of Justice? In Politics

Critical Evaluation: Black Bloggers

lenora blackamore — Wed, 03 Sep 2008 16:06:02 GMT

Black Bloggers Are Turning Up the Heat on Clinton. In Politics

Affirmative Action: A Personal Perspective

lenora blackamore — Wed, 03 Sep 2008 15:58:28 GMT

Still a need for balance - especially in media. In Politics

Obama’s Speech on Race – Page 3

lenora blackamore — Mon, 24 Mar 2008 21:08:52 GMT

"Your Dreams Don't Have to Come at the Expense of My Dreams"

Obama’s Speech on Race – Page 2

lenora blackamore — Tue, 18 Mar 2008 19:43:43 GMT

"Your Dreams Don't Have to Come at the Expense of My Dreams"

Obama’s Speech on Race – The Full Transcript

lenora blackamore — Wed, 19 Mar 2008 14:33:37 GMT

"Your Dreams Don't Have to Come at the Expense of My Dreams" In Politics

Understanding The Word

Angel Stephenson — Fri, 16 May 2008 17:49:47 GMT

Sunday mornings show America at its most segregated. In Politics

Outsourcing Hits Home

lenora blackamore — Thu, 30 Oct 2008 15:14:04 GMT

All good things come to an end. In National

Hillary and the Loss of the Black Vote

Angel Stephenson — Fri, 16 May 2008 16:27:12 GMT

"I'm sorry if anyone was offended. It certainly was not meant in anyway to be offensive.” - Hillary Clinton. In Politics

Is History Deserved or Earned

Angel Stephenson — Fri, 16 May 2008 16:29:39 GMT

Barack Obama's political success has white women of a certain age angry and frustrated. Politics

Obama’s Pakistan Influence

Angel Stephenson — Fri, 16 May 2008 17:06:07 GMT

For the people of Pakistan, Barack Obama could signal a much needed change in U.S. policy. In Politics

Full Throttle

Angel Stephenson — Fri, 16 May 2008 16:21:59 GMT

Obama has been cruising toward a victory lap. Message to his pit crew: Time to floor it. In Politics

The Nielsen Primary

Angel Stephenson — Fri, 16 May 2008 17:39:47 GMT

Make no mistake about the outcome: It's television that won in Texas and Ohio. In Politics

Campaign 101: Convention Bound

Angel Stephenson — Fri, 16 May 2008 15:59:20 GMT

Once the primaries are done, campaigns change in decidedly strategic ways. In Politics

With Friends Like These...

Angel Stephenson — Fri, 16 May 2008 17:54:11 GMT

How does a candidate finesse an awkward endorsement? It's all in the two-step. In Politics

Letter From Atlanta

Angel Stephenson — Fri, 16 May 2008 16:39:31 GMT

What happens to the memory of a city transformed? William Jelani Cobb ponders his status as a southern transplant. In Politics

The Other War on Terror

Angel Stephenson — Fri, 16 May 2008 17:44:17 GMT

The profile of terrorists operating within our borders might surprise you. In Politics

Bullets and Ballots

lenora blackamore — Wed, 03 Sep 2008 15:59:36 GMT

When it comes down to dealing with gun violence in America, the candidates have been left holding a smoking gun. In Politics

Monroe Anderson

Brandi Davis — Mon, 18 Feb 2008 21:05:28 GMT

2008 02 18 Monroe Anderson Monroe Anderson politics

Political Two Step

Angel Stephenson — Fri, 16 May 2008 17:15:26 GMT

Who's stepping on whose toes in this year of primary dancing? In Politics

The Children Will Lead The Way

Angel Stephenson — Fri, 16 May 2008 17:36:28 GMT

For Americans of a certain age, is Obama's call for a colorblind America falling on deaf ears? In Politics

How Did Super Tuesdays Get So Super

Angel Stephenson — Fri, 16 May 2008 16:27:55 GMT

Anatomy of a power grab that became a political convention -- and a relatively ineffective party tool. In Politics

Casting the First Vote

lenora blackamore — Wed, 03 Sep 2008 16:01:26 GMT

A naturalized citizen from Ghana tries to make sense of our voting process. Turns out, she's not the only one in need of an interpreter. In Politics

The Breakdown: The Electoral College

Angel Stephenson — Fri, 16 May 2008 17:33:59 GMT

Jelani Cobb -- finally -- explains the electoral college. In Politics

Tricks Are For Kids

Angel Stephenson — Fri, 16 May 2008 17:48:44 GMT

Gen-Y voters are looking for honest answers. In Politics

Campaign '08 Gallery

Brandi Davis — Tue, 29 Jan 2008 22:28:14 GMT

Campaign '08 Gallery Live on the campaign trail Click here for Campaign '08 coverage

Report from the Front: On the Ground in South Carolina: Gender Bender

Angel Stephenson — Fri, 16 May 2008 17:21:34 GMT

What the mainstream media isn’t telling you about Sen. Barack Obama’s Saturday night smackdown. In Politics

Report from the Front: On the Ground in South Carolina: Superstar

Angel Stephenson — Fri, 16 May 2008 17:22:25 GMT

Does a superstar equal a super vote? A look at local support from grassroots to glitterati. In Politics & Perspectives

Stacked Deck

Angel Stephenson — Fri, 16 May 2008 17:27:44 GMT

How the Clintons are playing the race card. It was back in 2000 that Barack Obama, the Democratic hopeful for President, was exploited as not being “black enough.” In Politics & Perspectives

Poll Position

Angel Stephenson — Fri, 16 May 2008 17:16:31 GMT

Black voters call Obama most 'honest and trustworthy,' but say Clinton has 'best experience.' The results from our first ever EBONY/JET survey. In Politics & Perspectives

Happy Birthday Mr. Johnson

Brandi Davis — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 21:26:25 GMT

2008 01 17 Happy Birthday Mr. Johnson Happy Birthday Mr. Johnson politics

Is This the Dream?

Angel Stephenson — Fri, 16 May 2008 16:31:55 GMT

As we commemorate the loss of a civil rights icon, we must also assess our progress. A video survey of Martin Luther King Blvd. In Politics

Wake Up Call: New Hampshire

Angel Stephenson — Fri, 16 May 2008 17:50:53 GMT

Hillary won New Hampshire on a wing and a prayer. Make that a tear and a prayer. Is she for real? In Politics

Iowa Blues

Angel Stephenson — Fri, 16 May 2008 16:28:47 GMT

Hold on to the euphoria of the Iowa primary. It all comes to a screeching halt the morning after. In Politics

Bunker Mentality

lenora blackamore — Wed, 03 Sep 2008 16:00:17 GMT

Black voter? The GOP has been in warfare mode for a very long time. In Politics

Land Grab

Angel Stephenson — Fri, 16 May 2008 16:38:09 GMT

Land ownership is the most direct path to building wealth. What do you think '40 acres and a mule' was all about? In Politics.

Youngian Psychology

Angel Stephenson — Fri, 16 May 2008 17:56:56 GMT

There was a time when a presidential candidate would have welcomed the attention of civil rights icon Andrew Young. Like, before that interview. In Politics.

Oprah in Iowa

Angel Stephenson — Fri, 16 May 2008 17:08:25 GMT

Oprah took it on the road this weekend for one of her Favorite Things.
We sent our photographers to do reconnaissance. Check out our gallery.

Radioactive

Angel Stephenson — Fri, 16 May 2008 17:19:32 GMT

Will Don Imus' new Black sidekicks keep him honest or take a dive for the big payday? In Politics.

The Gang Bill

Angel Stephenson — Fri, 16 May 2008 17:37:29 GMT

The congress is fast-tracking gang legislation. Who's making sure the tracking isn't lopsided?

Black Friday

lenora blackamore — Wed, 03 Sep 2008 15:59:03 GMT

Holiday spending, like our collective financial health, is nothing to ho-ho-ho about. In Politics

Jena Myths

Angel Stephenson — Fri, 16 May 2008 16:32:44 GMT

The town of Jena wants to clear its reputation. Setting the record straight can be a very crooked path. In Politics

Jena VIP

Angel Stephenson — Fri, 16 May 2008 16:33:25 GMT

Lessons on Jena came from some of the most unexpected places. The most unexpected turned out to be the red carpet. In Politics

Dissin' Cousins

lenora blackamore — Wed, 03 Sep 2008 16:13:20 GMT

Monroe Anderson pontificates on family ties and the oval office. Will bloodlines affect White House policies? Only time (and the polls ) will tell. In Politics

The Washington Legacy

Angel Stephenson — Fri, 16 May 2008 17:46:28 GMT

The President's House project has unearthed a lot of history. Nobody said it was pretty. In Politics

Why Al Gore Shouldn't Run

Angel Stephenson — Fri, 16 May 2008 17:53:09 GMT

With a Nobel Peace Prize and an Academy Award-winning film, Al Gore is riding the crest of the populus wave. In Politics

Republicans at Morgan State

Angel Stephenson — Fri, 16 May 2008 17:23:25 GMT

How long have Republicans been ignoring Black voters? How long ago did we abandon the vote. In Politics

Crack vs Powder

lenora blackamore — Wed, 03 Sep 2008 16:03:11 GMT

The war on drugs created separate and unequal sentencing guidelines rife with racial overtones. A landmark case facing the Supreme Court this session could give the issue just the attention it needs. In Politics

Stranger Danger

Angel Stephenson — Fri, 16 May 2008 17:31:11 GMT

The warning signs are there. You're never too old to pay attention. In Politics

Here Comes the Judge

lenora blackamore — Wed, 03 Sep 2008 16:15:06 GMT

Monroe Anderson goes another round with Clarence Thomas, our undercover brother on the Supreme Court. In Politics

Oprah: Kingmaker

Angel Stephenson — Fri, 16 May 2008 17:09:48 GMT

Can the Queen of All Media sell her audience on Obama as her favorite thing?

Seeing New Orleans: The Aftermath

Angel Stephenson — Fri, 16 May 2008 17:25:17 GMT

2007 08 30 Seeing New Orleans The Aftermath a Pulitzer winning photographer pays tribute to the crescent city About the Photographer Pulitzer Prize winning photographer Clarence Williams III documented the harrowing events that unfolded in New Orleans following Hurricane

Katrina: The Cultural Damage

Angel Stephenson — Fri, 16 May 2008 16:36:54 GMT

From the National Black Programming Consortium's Katrina Project comes a video riff on the culture of New Orleans. In Multimedia

New Orleans: The Road Home

Angel Stephenson — Fri, 16 May 2008 17:02:09 GMT

In the aftermath of Katrina, the area’s largest housing recovery program was hobbled by politics hundreds of miles away on Capitol Hill. The results haven't been good. In Politics & Perspectives

Jumping The Broom

lenora blackamore — Tue, 02 Sep 2008 15:48:34 GMT

We need to come full circle on the issue of 'til death do us part'. In Politics and Perspectives

Equal Opportunity Epithets

lenora blackamore — Wed, 03 Sep 2008 15:56:43 GMT

When the name calling started, we responded with more than redemption songs. In Politics and Perspectives

Net Neutrality

Angel Stephenson — Fri, 16 May 2008 17:01:04 GMT

The web as you know it could change forever. Why you should care. In Politics & Perspectives

Media Consolidation and the Black Grass Roots

lenora blackamore — Wed, 03 Sep 2008 15:33:05 GMT

Has consolidation cost Black radio its political clout? Eric Easter adjusts the frequency. In Politics and Perspectives

Is Populism All That Popular?

lenora blackamore — Wed, 03 Sep 2008 15:55:58 GMT

Is John Edwards pursuing a losing strategy? William Jelani Cobb weighs in. In Politics and Perspectives

Do You Take This Man?

lenora blackamore — Tue, 02 Sep 2008 15:47:49 GMT

What started out as a political courtship could end up a messy throwdown In Politics and Perspectives

Greening the Hood

lenora blackamore — Wed, 03 Sep 2008 15:45:21 GMT

Conserving resources: now where have we heard that one before. In Arts & Culture

The Ghosts of Jim Crow

lenora blackamore — Wed, 03 Sep 2008 15:47:04 GMT

The latest Supreme Court ruling on school desegregation is the first misstep in a long downhill slide. In Politics & Perspectives