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Single-Minded: There Are No Black Kate Middletons
An actual fairy tale has come true for future Princess of Wales Kate Middleton. Meanwhile, Tiana is our only popular princess figure. Can black women dare to dream of their own fairy tale?
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When She Brings Home the Bacon
Do our relationships suffer when women financially support their men?
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Four Loko Hysteria Smacks of Classism
The makers of the malt liquor beverage are removing the caffeine from it in response to public pressure. But where's the outrage over Red Bull-and-vodka cocktails?
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Sorry, Charlie, It's Time for a Change
Perhaps he's being held to a higher standard than white politicians accused of wrongdoing, but Rep. Charles Rangel has enjoyed unwavering voter support over 21 terms in Congress. In return we have a right to ask that he be above reproach.
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GALLERY: Unforgettable Celebrity Trials
Rep. Charlie Rangel's walkout in the middle of his House ethics hearing this week was just the latest in a long line of memorable moments during celebrity trials. At least he was dressed for the occasion ...
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GALLERY: Capital Connections
Nicole Venable is The Root's connection to the social and political scene inside the Beltway, and this week she brings us an inside look at a reception for Rep. John Lewis, an event honoring Alvin Ailey's Judith Jamison and newly elected Delaware Sen. Chris Coons' swearing-in.
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PODCAST: Kanye West's Mental Health
This week on the Confab: Join Washington reporter Cord Jefferson as he talks with contributors Deron Snyder and Bassey Ikpi about Kanye West's mental health and whether or not same-sex education for black boys will help close the achievement gap.
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VIDEO: Henry Louis Gates and Isabel Wilkerson
The Root's editor-in-chief quizzes the journalist and historian on her magisterial work, The Warmth of Other Suns, which traces the great migration of millions of African Americans from the South to greater freedom and opportunity.
Uncovering 'Undercovers': Why It Failed
The NBC spy drama Undercovers, starring Boris Kodjoe and Gugu Mbatha-Raw, got plenty of buzz before it aired, but enthusiasm quickly fizzled. Is there a place on network TV for a black cast?
Always Tough, Single Motherhood Gets Worse
A recession, vanishing family support and rising unemployment have left single black and Hispanic mothers with zero wealth and a rough road ahead.
Waiting While Black?
Foundation president Dori Maynard was hustled out of a Washington, D.C., hotel lobby while waiting for a friend. In a Q&A with The Root, she says she's still seeking an explanation.
What Now for Charlie Rangel?
One argument for his re-election was allowing him to retire with dignity. Now that's he's been found guilty of violating House rules, any exit will be messy.
A Case for Same-Sex Education
Chicago's Urban Prep is a shining example of how same-sex education can and does work for young black males, and it might be the key to closing the dismal achievement gap.
We Know How to Teach Black Kids
So why do we keep reading stories about black boys falling further behind in school? It's time to stop talking and just teach.
A Victory for Some of Katrina's Poorest Victims
A federal-lawsuit settlement means that five years after the hurricane and its aftermath, thousands of low-income homeowners in Mississippi will receive funds to rehab and rebuild their dwellings.
Show Some Compassion for Kanye
What you saw in that interview with Matt Lauer and all the recent antics is an artistic genius who is in pain. Right now he needs our support, not derision.
Does Kanye West Need a Therapist?
Instead of praising his erratic behavior, real friends should urge him to seek professional help.
What Impunity Looks Like
In plugging his new book, George W. Bush has proudly proclaimed his approval of waterboarding. It is one more example of a growing contempt for the rule of law at the highest levels of power.
All the Single Ladies (and Men) Deserve a Break
Why the conversation about love between black women and men needs a new focus.
A Bad Credit Score Could Keep You Unemployed
Employers and the EEOC may be heading for a confrontation over the use of credit ratings in hiring.
Virginia Thomas Stepping Down as Head of Liberty Central
The wife of Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas relinquishes control of the Tea Party group so that it can escape the "distractions" of her media celebrity.
Changed Man: Aaron Neville Talks About New Album
On the heels of the release of I Know I've Been Changed, his first all-gospel album since Hurricane Katrina, Aaron Neville chats with The Root about gospel music, New Orleans and his upcoming wedding.
Book Excerpt: Lincoln's Careful Approach to the Emancipation Proclamation
In his latest book, renowned historian Eric Foner explains how the Great Emancipator decided to avoid a legal challenge by making his bold act a military order. But that also left 800,000 blacks in chattel slavery.
Book Excerpt: Lincoln Confronts the Evil of Slavery
In his second inaugural address, the Great Emancipator incorporates the language of the abolitionists into his speech -- a significant step, says historian Eric Foner in his latest book.
Memo to the New Black Republicans in Congress
There's a lot to celebrate in the election of Reps. Allen West and Tim Scott. Even though they represent predominantly white constituencies, they have an opportunity to play historic roles on behalf of black America.
Choreographer Garth Fagan on His New Season
Garth Fagan has won awards for his thrilling choreography and has entertained audiences for decades. He talked to The Root about his latest work, what inspires him and more.
Single-Minded: Me, My Mother and 'For Colored Girls'
Like mother, like daughter? Not always. Helena Andrews and her mother don't exactly agree on Tyler Perry's For Colored Girls.
Reviving Obama
The president needs to start communicating again, break out of his Ivy League comfort zone and get tough with opponents.
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House Ethics Committee Postpones Waters Hearing
After yesterday recommending a censure for Rep. Charles Rangel, the House ethics committee today postponed indefinitely Rep. Maxine Waters' ethics hearing.
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Senate Approves $1B Black Farmer Settlement
The Senate today approved upwards of $1.1 billion in reparations for black farmers involved in the now infamous Pigford case.
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World's First Rock-and-Roll Song Identified
We're glad the rest of the world figured out what we already know.
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Wesley Snipes in Transit to Federal Prison
The Blade star is in the custody of federal authorities to begin his three-year bid for tax evasion.
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Bomb-Making Granny Sparks International Terror Alert
An 80-year-old California grandmother made a "dummy" bomb that sent the world into a tizzy.
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Flava Flav Launching Chain of Fried Chicken and a Liquor Brand
Flava Flav is on that stuff.
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Bernanke Slams Critics, Calls Out Germany and China
The Federal Reserve chairman comes out swinging.
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White House Report: Stimulus Boosted Economy, Saved Jobs
Economic stimulus saved or created 2.7 million to 3.7 million jobs.
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Long-Term Unemployment Has Long-Term Physical and Emotional Effects
The impact of long-term unemployment on the mind, body and soul far exceeds the impact on the wallet.
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Michelle Obama Makes Vogue's Top 10 Best-Dressed List
It's official. First Lady Michelle Obama is a fashionista.
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New Memorial for Jonestown Victims Going Forward
Controversy continues to surround this controversial group of people.
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Ethics Chief Counsel Recommends Censure for Rangel
Rangel asks for a "drop of fairness and mercy" before punishment is doled out.
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President Obama to Honor Maya Angelou and Bill Russell With the Medal of Freedom
Rep. John Lewis, former President George H.W. Bush, Warren Buffett and Yo-Yo Ma are also among the honorees.
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Robert Reich: Help the Unemployed, Not the Rich
The former secretary of labor warns that extending the Bush tax cuts for the top 1 percent would cost more than another unemployment-benefit extension.
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Beyoncé's Perfume Ad Banned During Daytime in the U.K.
Beyoncé's Heat makes advertising watchdogs in the United Kingdom hot, but for all the wrong reasons.
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Black Female Voting Bloc Not Getting Respect It Deserves
Faye Anderson, the former national vice chair of the Republican National Committee's New Majority Council, wants black women to be counted.
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Roaches and Mice on Menu at Some Mall Food Courts
Health violations are in abundance at some food courts.
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Should the CBC Invite Tea Party-Backed Black Conservatives Into the Fold?
That is a very good question.
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Fox News Slams Obama's Children's Book, 'Of Thee I Sing'
AOL's Andrea Stone states the obvious: "Has anyone told President Barack Obama lately that he will never catch a break?"
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A Haitian-American Producer for '60 Minutes' Faces Reality
Video: For producer Magalie Laguerre-Wilkinson, covering the story is not just a job. It's dealing with her homeland.