Opinion

Black lingo sets the trend on Twitter

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How Obama rose to the occasion as ‘Comforter-in-Chief’

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Why golden-voice man ‘going viral’ is a mixed blessing

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BET’s gamble on ‘The Game’ wins big ratings and respect

OPINION - When we last left our motley crew of fictitious NFL footballers and the women who love them, they…
/ January 13, 2011

Where should Haiti go from here?

OPINION - Rebuilding would not be an easy task by any yardstick, but the bold leadership that it requires has…
/ January 12, 2011

Palin uses ‘gangsta rapper defense’ in Tucson blame game

OPINION - Palin reminds me of rappers who gladly use their public platforms for personal benefit, yet neglect any responsibility…
/ January 12, 2011

Did 50 Cent use Twitter to bilk fans for big bucks?

OPINION - Buying assets shouldn't be done on a whim, and certainly not based on the recommendation of a celebrity…
/ January 12, 2011

‘Light Skin vs. Dark Skin’ party highlights black on black bias

OPINION - Colorism remains a taboo topic that is generally swept under the rug...
/ January 12, 2011

Tucson tragedy is an old lesson for new generation

OPINION - The act of alleged Tucson shooter shouldn't and won't snuff out the idealism and passion for peaceful change…
/ January 11, 2011

Tucson puts gun control politics back on the map

OPINION - Guns plague black communities all across America, in large part due to those who make billions by allowing…
/ January 11, 2011

Obama has an opportunity to unite US through tragedy

OPINION - We need our president to lead by example, use his bully pulpit and help us to come out…
/ January 10, 2011

Change you can be afraid of: AZ shooting should give us all pause

OPINION - The recent assassination attempt on Arizona Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords is all the proof you need that America's political…
/ January 10, 2011

Cold case murder of Biggie Smalls starts to heat up again

OPINION - The impact of fresh pressure from mainstream news outlets has to change the dynamic of the investigation...
/ January 10, 2011

Is the ‘Rooney Rule’ still relevant in the NFL?

OPINION - The rule requires that NFL teams interview at least one minority coaching candidate before making a new hire.…
/ January 7, 2011

Lil’ Wayne’s love of light-skinned women leads to black-lash

OPINION - He's never been hailed as a bastion of moral righteousness, so should we really be surprised he that…
/ January 7, 2011