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January 13, 2012

Scott sisters seek justice in aftermath of Barbour Mississippi pardons

theGRIO REPORT - The Scott sisters had hoped for a pardon from Barbour, but now will ask the new governor,…
January 13, 2012

Black leaders speak out on education and persistent African-American unemployment

theGRIO REPORT - African-Americans could face a greater jobs crisis in coming years...
January 13, 2012

'The Obamas': 6 key highlights from Jodi Kantor White House book

theGRIO REPORT - New York Times reporter Jodi Kantor's 'The Obamas' has generated controversy over its descriptions of occasional tensions…
January 12, 2012

Allen West: How violent rhetoric may topple a Tea Party favorite

OPINION - Allen West has become known for over-the-top, even violent, rhetoric. Now, his caustic statements, and a change in…
January 12, 2012

Obama may not have a fundraising advantage in 2012

theGRIO REPORT - The Citizens United Supreme Court decision in 2010 helped lead to the creation of 'super-pacs,' political groups…
January 12, 2012

Justice Deptartment says recent Obama recess appointments legal

WASHINGTON (AP) - The Justice Department is defending the legality of President Barack Obama's recent recess appointment of a national…
January 12, 2012

Sarah Palin slams Michelle Obama on Fox news over defense of husband's Presidency

Former Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin tore into Michelle Obama on Fox News Wednesday, criticizing the first lady for what she…
January 12, 2012

Mississippi court halts quick release of some pardoned

JACKSON, Miss. (AP) - A Mississippi judge has temporarily blocked the release of 21 inmates who'd been given pardons or…
January 12, 2012

Tavis Smiley will vote for Barack Obama

VIDEO - Tavis Smiley appeared on the Joe Madison show on Monday and said that if the election were held…
January 12, 2012

'The Obamas': Jodi Kantor White House book paints personal portrait of Barack and Michelle Obama

REVIEW - The book has 360 pages of dialogue and intimate details, giving the impression of being inside the minds…
January 12, 2012

Michelle Obama joins Twitter: First lady gets presidential welcome to world of tweeting

WASHINGTON (AP) - Michelle Obama is getting a presidential welcome to Twitter...
January 12, 2012

Obama campaign raises $68 million for re-election, the Democratic party

WASHINGTON (AP) - President Barack Obama raked in more than $68 million combined for his re-election campaign and the Democratic…
January 11, 2012

Rich vs. poor conflict at highest level in 25 years, Pew study says

theGRIO REPORT - A new study shows that the conflicts between the rich and poor in this country have risen…
January 11, 2012

Michelle Obama, 'sharp elbows' and the angry black woman stereotype

OPINION - It is as though reporters are salivating at the idea that Michelle Obama must be 'angry' and hyper-masculine…
January 11, 2012

Obama sending 5 US military officers to South Sudan

WASHINGTON (AP) - President Barack Obama is sending five American military officers to South Sudan amid recent outbreaks of violence…