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Hollywood's comic book heroes come in all colors

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Bin Laden death brings resurgence of anti-Muslim racism

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Obama at ground zero: The picture America needs to see

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Why even NBA stars are slamming 'Basketball Wives'

OPINION - In a not-so-surprising turn of events, the latest trend in celebrity parenting drama turns famous fathers against their…
/ May 5, 2011

What Osama bin Laden image will satisfy us?

OPINION - Seeing a grisly photo of Osama bin Laden will do nothing to decrease our collective pain...
/ May 4, 2011

Why running back's bin Laden tweets resonate with black America

OPINION - Many blacks are deeply troubled by the celebration of another human's death...
/ May 4, 2011

Why the Beastie Boys get respect from black rap fans

OPINION - It's amazing how beloved they still are in a community that has only recognized a few white artists…
/ May 3, 2011

Central Park 5 still seeking justice in NYC jogger case

OPINION - The five young men who were ultimately indicted, tried and convicted say they were coerced into a confession...
/ May 3, 2011

Will Osama's death give Obama new life with voters?

OPINION - Obama's resolute action against Osama bin Laden defused the major weapon in the GOP's attack arsenal...
/ May 3, 2011

How homeless mom's fight to educate her child hits home

OPINION - I have never met Kelley Williams or Tanya MacDowell. I know their stories not only because I read…
/ May 2, 2011

Storm doesn't break the spirit of Alabama community

OPINION - With President Obama promising the government's support and FEMA actually effective from day one, Pratt City is no…
/ May 2, 2011

From taking on Trump to taking out Osama: Obama's timing is impeccable

OPINION - President Obama's announcement that the U.S. military has killed Osama Bin Laden was an obvious show-stopper, both literally…
/ May 2, 2011

'Yes We Did!': Obama's triumph over terrorism trumps doubters

OPINION - Obama has done more than demonstrate leadership, he has proven it..
/ May 2, 2011

Poverty at the eye of severe Alabama storm

OPINION - By standing with these Americans, we can help make their road to recovery smoother, and get them through…
/ April 30, 2011

'Show me your papers' politics could suppress black vote

OPINION - The racially charged and xenophobic atmosphere in which many of these efforts are unfolding is undeniable...
/ April 29, 2011