Opinion

Trayvon Martin case: Florida governor Rick Scott, LT gov Jennifer Carroll under fire

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Black Marriage Day excludes many black families

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Supreme Court health care hearings are critical for both Obama, millions of African-Americans

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Black Marriage Day: A showcase for African-American love, commitment

OPINION - With the statistics of Black marriage always being touted as so dismal, and the real numbers of Black…
/ March 24, 2012

Obama speaks for black fathers: 'If I had a son, he'd look like Trayvon'

OPINION - Though measured, the subtext of Obama's statement was easily understood, especially for an African-American community eager to hear…
/ March 23, 2012

Is Trayvon Martin this generation's Emmett Till?

OPINION - Trayvon Martin, not unlike Emmett Till, could potentially have a large impact on the nation's psyche...
/ March 22, 2012

Transforming 'white culture' in the wake of Trayvon Martin shooting

OPINION - Dare, if you will, to engage in a conversation about race in most places in our country, and…
/ March 21, 2012

The Affordable Care Act: Making a difference for African-Americans

OPINION - It has been two years since President Obama signed the Affordable Care Act, and already, the new law…
/ March 21, 2012

'Hurt Village': Katori Hall's latest bring back memories of 'A Raisin in the Sun'

REVIEW - Through its raw portrayal of a black family enduring racial strife, economic hardships and gentrification in the 21st…
/ March 21, 2012

From De Niro to Cee-Lo: Celebrity endorsements a mixed blessing for Obama

OPINION - Perhaps it's in the best interest of President Obama's campaign to prep some of its celebrity supporters the…
/ March 21, 2012

Why Obama must stay silent on the Trayvon Martin case

OPINION - By making any public statements about the ongoing investigation the White House could derail the efforts of the…
/ March 21, 2012

Romney wins Illinois, but is the long primary fight hurting his chances against Obama?

OPINION - Former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney easily won Tuesday's primary in Illinois, but his rivals are showing little sign…
/ March 20, 2012

NRA relationship with Florida a big reason Zimmerman remains free

OPINION - George Zimmerman is a free man despite putting Trayvon Martin six feet under because Florida's Republican-controlled Legislature has…
/ March 20, 2012

Esperanza Spalding: Could this be her breakout year?

OPINION - Esperanza Spalding by far is one of the most interesting female voices out now, and her cross-over success…
/ March 20, 2012

Rev. Al Sharpton: Why race matters in the Trayvon Martin tragedy

OPINION - A young teenager walking home, armed only with candy and a drink, should never lose his/her life because…
/ March 19, 2012