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Posted at 01:23 PM ET, 01/04/2013

Thinking about making some bucks on the inauguration? Think twice.

By Clinton Yates

Lots of Washingtonians are offering up their homes for weekend rentals, but is it worth it?

By Clinton Yates | 01:23 PM ET, 01/04/2013 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:00 AM ET, 11/30/2012

Prince George’s finally getting upscale shopping through Tanger Outlets

By Sonsyrea Tate Montgomery

There will be outlets for Gap, Chico’s and Brooks Brothers among the 80-plus stores scheduled to open at the National Harbor.

By Sonsyrea Tate Montgomery | 06:00 AM ET, 11/30/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 11:31 AM ET, 11/29/2012

NoMa? SoNYA? Stop with these lazy D.C. neighborhood monikers.

By Clinton Yates

I’m not opposed to new neighborhood names. I just don’t get why D.C.’s have to be so lazy.

By Clinton Yates | 11:31 AM ET, 11/29/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 09:59 AM ET, 11/29/2012

President Obama: Identifying priorities for a second-term ‘black agenda’

By Rahiel Tesfamariam

He should include a reinvigorated civil rights agenda and a more holistic approach to family cohesion.

By Rahiel Tesfamariam | 09:59 AM ET, 11/29/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:02 PM ET, 11/28/2012

Things to do in the District, Maryland and Virginia Nov. 29-Dec. 5

By Jillian S. Sowah

See the Wizards take on Miami Heat at the Verizon Center, and watch Melvin Jones play at Twins Jazz.

By Jillian S. Sowah | 06:02 PM ET, 11/28/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Love, Etc.

Posted at 04:00 PM ET, 11/28/2012

Lawrence Guyot: Always there to answer the call

By Susan Glisson

Appreciation | Lawrence Guyot showed us how to make democracy be democratic in deed and in word.

By Susan Glisson | 04:00 PM ET, 11/28/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 02:21 PM ET, 11/28/2012

Lawrence Guyot: Soldier of the people, mentor for the youth

By Jonathan Hutto

Appreciation | Guyot supported many young people who wanted to make a difference in the world.

By Jonathan Hutto | 02:21 PM ET, 11/28/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 01:27 PM ET, 11/28/2012

‘Lincoln’: Where was Frederick Douglass?

By Michael Shank

Film’s most evident shortcoming is omission of Frederick Douglass’s role in shaping Lincoln’s social conscious.

By Michael Shank | 01:27 PM ET, 11/28/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 09:29 AM ET, 11/28/2012

Basketball Wives L.A.: Episode 12

By M.T. Wiseman

On this episode of Basketball Wives L.A., start spreading the news, Tacky Jackie is taking on Fashion Week.

By M.T. Wiseman | 09:29 AM ET, 11/28/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 03:17 PM ET, 11/27/2012

Sean Taylor, five years later: Remembering a player that was more like a kid you knew from the ’hood

By Clinton Yates

The reason Taylor’s death still hurts so much: He reminded you of that kid from your ’hood that made it.

By Clinton Yates | 03:17 PM ET, 11/27/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 02:57 PM ET, 11/27/2012

OP-ED| Measuring quality in D.C.’s school voucher program

By Kenneth Campbell

OP-ED| We have seen some great results for students enrolled in local charter schools and we believe that working to ensure greater quality can move the schools from good to great.

By Kenneth Campbell | 02:57 PM ET, 11/27/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 01:26 PM ET, 11/27/2012

Redeeming Greg Hall at the expense of Prince George’s residents

By Sonsyrea Tate Montgomery

Greg Hall should be redeemed for his past mishaps on the wrong side of the law, but not at the expense of Prince George’s residents.

By Sonsyrea Tate Montgomery | 01:26 PM ET, 11/27/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 10:19 AM ET, 11/27/2012

Drinking green to get lean: 32 before 32

By Leilah Reese

After overeating during Thanksgiving, it’s time to get back on track. Can green tea — sans sweeteners, but with plenty of antioxidants — be the first step?

By Leilah Reese | 10:19 AM ET, 11/27/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 11:33 AM ET, 11/26/2012

Donald Glover, Issa Rae, Baratunde Thurston: The rise of the black nerd?

By Clinton Yates

The black nerd label reinforces both the ridiculous stereotypes that black folks have nothing but cool to offer and that anything else is a departure from blackness

By Clinton Yates | 11:33 AM ET, 11/26/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 07:05 PM ET, 11/21/2012

Faith Evans to perform at Howard Theatre

By Lauren McEwen

Faith Evans is on tour and helping promote a compilation album she recorded with the cast of her new show, ‘R & B Divas’

By Lauren McEwen | 07:05 PM ET, 11/21/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 03:42 PM ET, 11/21/2012

Thanksgiving 2012: What are you grateful for?

By Sonsyrea Tate Montgomery

COLUMN| This week I asked my facebook friends to share their gratitude, and I was delighted by their offerings.

By Sonsyrea Tate Montgomery | 03:42 PM ET, 11/21/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 09:06 AM ET, 11/21/2012

Things to do in the District, Maryland and Virginia Nov. 22 to 28

By Jillian S. Sowah

City’s across the region celebrate the holidays with tree-lightings, Santa arrivals, festivals and more.

By Jillian S. Sowah | 09:06 AM ET, 11/21/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 05:00 AM ET, 11/21/2012

Thanksgiving 2012: Celebrating our city, Thursday afternoon football...and the right to protest it all

By Clinton Yates

OPINION| Whether you choose to celebrate or protest on Nov. 22, I respect your right to do it. Thankfully, that's an option.

By Clinton Yates | 05:00 AM ET, 11/21/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 09:35 PM ET, 11/20/2012

OP-ED: Small Business Saturday: Celebrating the ‘engines of our economy’

By Marie Johns

OP-ED: Between Black Friday and Cyber Monday is Small Business Saturday – a national initiative to support the small businesses.

By Marie Johns | 09:35 PM ET, 11/20/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:34 PM ET, 11/20/2012

Fiscal cliff: harder fall for African Americans

By Gerry Hudson

The projected automatic cuts would be doubly hard for middle class African Americans, whose unemployment rate remains at crisis levels.

By Gerry Hudson | 06:34 PM ET, 11/20/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 05:07 PM ET, 11/20/2012

Basketball Wives L.A.: Episode 11

By M.T. Wiseman

Brooke is happy, Jackie is unhappy and Draya isn’t happy enough.

By M.T. Wiseman | 05:07 PM ET, 11/20/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 02:31 PM ET, 11/20/2012

Ratchet music: Preferred songs for a cardio workout

By Leilah Reese

Some Lil Wayne or 2 Chainz hits encourage me to go a little longer and harder on the treadmill.

By Leilah Reese | 02:31 PM ET, 11/20/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 02:21 PM ET, 11/20/2012

Deborah Cox stars in “Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde” at Kennedy Center

By Lauren McEwen

Cox plays Lucy, the “lady of the night,” that becomes Dr. Jekyll’s love interest.

By Lauren McEwen | 02:21 PM ET, 11/20/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 01:33 PM ET, 11/20/2012

Inauguration week to offer a boost for the unemployed in Prince George’s County

By Sonsyrea Tate Montgomery

With unemployment rates remaining high, word of part-time, temporary jobs offers hope to some.

By Sonsyrea Tate Montgomery | 01:33 PM ET, 11/20/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 07:53 AM ET, 11/19/2012

D.C. school closures: An activist’s view

By RootDC Staff

Q & A| In an interview with The RootDC, Daniel del Pielago, an organizer for Empower DC, argues that the closures will have a negative impact on thousands of students.

By RootDC Staff | 07:53 AM ET, 11/19/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 07:34 AM ET, 11/19/2012

D.C. school closures: Accountability must trump loyalty

By Kevin Chavous

The sad reality is that far too many of these historically significant public schools are not serving our kids well.

By Kevin Chavous | 07:34 AM ET, 11/19/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 07:06 AM ET, 11/19/2012

RGIII and Redskins fans: feeling perfect together

By Carl Little

The RGIII Chronicles| Redskins fans have renewed hope after Griffin’s perfect game on Sunday.

By Carl Little | 07:06 AM ET, 11/19/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 01:38 PM ET, 11/16/2012

Does Gregory Hall deserve a seat in the Maryland House of Delegates?

By Sonsyrea Tate Montgomery

While some feel he deserves a chance to represent his community in the Maryland House of Delegates, others are livid.

By Sonsyrea Tate Montgomery | 01:38 PM ET, 11/16/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 12:48 PM ET, 11/16/2012

This Week in Black Awesomeness: Vigilante justice and Denzel offers fatherly advice

By Lauren McEwen

Real-life superhero Phoenix Jones fights a drunken racist, and Denzel Washington offers advice on how to make it in the entertainment industry.

By Lauren McEwen | 12:48 PM ET, 11/16/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 10:46 AM ET, 11/16/2012

Who’s to blame for sleeping on ‘Don’t Sleep!’? Not the viewers.

By Rahiel Tesfamariam

The possible demise of the BET show “Don’t Sleep” cannot be blamed on the viewers.

By Rahiel Tesfamariam | 10:46 AM ET, 11/16/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 09:56 AM ET, 11/16/2012

Republican Party: Bringing African Americans back to the GOP’s big tent

By Raynard Jackson

OPINION| The GOP is having a hard time with blacks partly because minority strategists and pundits are left out of the conversation when talking publicly about the issues facing the party.

By Raynard Jackson | 09:56 AM ET, 11/16/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 02:53 PM ET, 11/15/2012

When ‘Elmo’ is falsely accused of child abuse, real victims suffer

By Michele Booth Cole

False allegations like the one leveled at puppeteer Kevin Clash waste time and put real victims at further risk.

By Michele Booth Cole | 02:53 PM ET, 11/15/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 12:51 PM ET, 11/15/2012

D.C. school closures: A storm is brewing

By Chris L. Jenkins

Check out how Washingtonians have weighed in on the matter over the last 24 hours.

By Chris L. Jenkins | 12:51 PM ET, 11/15/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 09:31 AM ET, 11/15/2012

To give each political scandal the same treatment is an injustice to D.C.

By Michael Fauntroy

D.C. has had a year of politicians gone rogue. But we shouldn’t paint them all with the same broad brush.

By Michael Fauntroy | 09:31 AM ET, 11/15/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 08:10 PM ET, 11/14/2012

Things to do in the District, Maryland and Virginia Nov. 15-21

By Jillian S. Sowah

Don’t miss Grammy-award winning R&B songstress Chrisette Michele at Birchmere Tuesday. Plus: tree lighting at The Boulevard at the Capital Centre, a bridal showcase and more.

By Jillian S. Sowah | 08:10 PM ET, 11/14/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 02:19 PM ET, 11/14/2012

To my Prince George’s County neighbors: Do not take college education for granted

By Gregory Willis

It seems that some parents and school leaders in Prince George’s County are devaluing what it means to have a degree.

By Gregory Willis | 02:19 PM ET, 11/14/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Quoted

Posted at 10:43 AM ET, 11/14/2012

Kwame Brown: Off scot-free?

By Clinton Yates

He’ll be paying a price for those few hours spent in federal custody, because people like you and me won’t forget.

By Clinton Yates | 10:43 AM ET, 11/14/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 02:36 PM ET, 11/13/2012

Basketball Wives L.A.: Episode 10

By M.T. Wiseman

Malaysia celebrates a birthday, Laura is a bully and Chantel opens Jackie’s closet full of skeletons.

By M.T. Wiseman | 02:36 PM ET, 11/13/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 10:38 AM ET, 11/13/2012

Black progress? Not when you include the incarcerated

By Becky Pettit

When those in jail or prison are included, the achievement gaps are more stark.

By Becky Pettit | 10:38 AM ET, 11/13/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 09:23 AM ET, 11/13/2012

A 5K that you don’t need to train for, but a sense of humor is required: 32 before 32

By Leilah Reese

This 5K journey, hosted by LivingSocial, requires no training, but will guarantee you a good time while burning calories.

By Leilah Reese | 09:23 AM ET, 11/13/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 11:16 AM ET, 11/12/2012

A Veterans Day message: The deepest scars are often the ones we can’t see

By Sonsyrea Tate Montgomery

War and its affects on the individuals who fight them is anything but pretty.

By Sonsyrea Tate Montgomery | 11:16 AM ET, 11/12/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 11:06 AM ET, 11/12/2012

President Obama’s second term: Ask not what he can do for you

By Clinton Yates

Not only is asking Obama for payback unnecessary, it's counterproductive.

By Clinton Yates | 11:06 AM ET, 11/12/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 10:09 AM ET, 11/12/2012

Student debt in the black community: hampering our ability to enter the middle class

By Ann-Marie Adams

OPINION| Government must do more to curtail college cost. America cannot have a vibrant democracy and a robust economy with an uneducated populace.

By Ann-Marie Adams | 10:09 AM ET, 11/12/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 02:07 PM ET, 11/09/2012

This Week in Black Awesomeness: Is the first black superhero getting his own movie?

By Lauren McEwen

The Black Panther may get its own film, and a great-grandmother wins the lottery — twice.

By Lauren McEwen | 02:07 PM ET, 11/09/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 09:12 AM ET, 11/09/2012

Paying a ‘wait tax’ at the polls undermines democracy

By Barbara Reynolds

OPINION | Too many voters are paying a “wait tax,” threatening their constitutional right to cast a ballot.

By Barbara Reynolds | 09:12 AM ET, 11/09/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 05:00 AM ET, 11/09/2012

Prince George’s school board: Does formal education matter?

By Sonsyrea Tate Montgomery

Two of the eight school board members in Prince George’s County have a college degree.

By Sonsyrea Tate Montgomery | 05:00 AM ET, 11/09/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 10:24 AM ET, 11/08/2012

President Obama: An open letter from black America

By Keith Harriston

We have had your back at a rate much higher than other slices of the coalition that has elected you. So now, how about some payback?

By Keith Harriston | 10:24 AM ET, 11/08/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 09:43 AM ET, 11/08/2012

Barack Obama: Let’s not forget that he’s America’s first bi-racial president

By Clinton Yates

I clearly understand why Obama is regarded as black. But that doesn’t mean I have to repeat that incomplete narrative to the next generation.

By Clinton Yates | 09:43 AM ET, 11/08/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:55 AM ET, 11/08/2012

Barack Obama: Let’s not forget that he’s America’s first bi-racial president

By Clinton Yates

I clearly understand why Obama is regarded as black. But that doesn’t mean I have to repeat that incomplete narrative to the next generation.

By Clinton Yates | 06:55 AM ET, 11/08/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 04:37 PM ET, 11/07/2012

Things to do in the District, Maryland and Virginia Nov. 8-14

By Jillian S. Sowah

fallFRINGE runs through Nov. 18. Top performers from previous Capital Fringe Festivals are joined by new acts. This year’s fall offerings have been expanded to 13 productions on three indoor stages.

By Jillian S. Sowah | 04:37 PM ET, 11/07/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 02:48 PM ET, 11/07/2012

Basketball Wives L.A.: Episode 9

By M.T. Wiseman

Brooke and Draya love the ladies, Bambi still hates Laura and everybody hates Jackie.

By M.T. Wiseman | 02:48 PM ET, 11/07/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 11:42 AM ET, 11/07/2012

Mitt Romney’s neglect of black Americans failed him at the polls

By Crystal Wright

His lack of outreach to African Americans hurt his campaign and his chances at the polls.

By Crystal Wright | 11:42 AM ET, 11/07/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 10:05 PM ET, 11/06/2012

Election Night at the National Harbor: Excitement, anxiety and fear at the Harrington’s watch party

By Sonsyrea Tate Montgomery

CONVERSATIONS|Through out the day, Sonsyrea Tate Montgomery will capture the Election Day conversations around Prince George’s County, the nation’s wealthiest majority black jurisdiction. Check back in through out the night to hear what voters are saying as they cast their ballots.

By Sonsyrea Tate Montgomery | 10:05 PM ET, 11/06/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 04:43 PM ET, 11/06/2012

Election Day: Up and at ‘em in Prince George’s County

By Sonsyrea Tate Montgomery

CONVERSATIONS|Through out the day, Sonsyrea Tate Montgomery will capture the Election Day conversations at polling places around Prince George’s County, the nation’s wealthiest majority black jurisdiction. Check back in through out the day to hear what voters are saying as they cast their ballots.

By Sonsyrea Tate Montgomery | 04:43 PM ET, 11/06/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 02:58 PM ET, 11/06/2012

Who’s getting your vote? Tell us which man you’re casting your ballot for, and why.

By Delece Smith-Barrow

Digital buttons and badges help readers express their patriotic spirit and support their candidates.

By Delece Smith-Barrow | 02:58 PM ET, 11/06/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 07:00 AM ET, 11/06/2012

Inspired by Pinterest to change my cooking habits for the better: 32 before 32

By Leilah Reese

This social media Web site makes cooking healthy foods seem like a piece of cake.

By Leilah Reese | 07:00 AM ET, 11/06/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 05:18 PM ET, 11/05/2012

Living outside the race box

By Kim McClaren-Hastings

ESSAY | In a time when a majority of Americans express racial prejudice toward African-Americans, consider the experiences of those who have complex heritages.

By Kim McClaren-Hastings | 05:18 PM ET, 11/05/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 04:12 PM ET, 11/05/2012

Food stamps: Once associated with the poor, now commonly used among college students

By Breanna Hogan

Many college students on a budget are bypassing expensive meal plans and applying for food stamps, an option that once carried a social stigma on campus. Howard University sophomore Breanna Hogan takes on the food stamp issue, with a twist, in this article. She reports on the increasing number of students relying on this program.

By Breanna Hogan | 04:12 PM ET, 11/05/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 01:38 PM ET, 11/05/2012

Terry Bradshaw: Burying our heads in the face of racist language?

By Clinton Yates

The fact that nobody on the Fox NFL Sunday set chastised him for his racist comment speaks volumes.

By Clinton Yates | 01:38 PM ET, 11/05/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 11:02 AM ET, 11/05/2012

The youth vote: How will it impact the 2012 election?

By Glynn Hill

Glyn Hill, a sophomore at Howard University’s School of Communications, will vote in his first president election on Tuesday. His story about young voters is featured today and is among several student stories about the presidential race that The Root DC will publish over the next few days.

By Glynn Hill | 11:02 AM ET, 11/05/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 10:31 AM ET, 11/05/2012

Changing the odds in black male student achievement

By Alfonzo Porter

Recent data show that high school graduation rates are improving. But there’s still much to be done.

By Alfonzo Porter | 10:31 AM ET, 11/05/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 09:09 AM ET, 11/05/2012

Redskins vs. Panthers: Redskins fans go from patience to panic

By Carl Little

The RGIII Chronicles| The dawning of hope that coincided with the arrival of RGIII has been snuffed out. The trials of Robert Griffin III have taken its place.

By Carl Little | 09:09 AM ET, 11/05/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 03:24 PM ET, 11/03/2012

ESSAY| Campaigning in the Commonwealth: A family tradition

By David Bowers

ESSAY| The time I camapign this weekend will have a deeper personal meaning than mere civic participation.

By David Bowers | 03:24 PM ET, 11/03/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 12:38 PM ET, 11/02/2012

If Obama Wins: Better Race Relations?

By

From The Root | By many accounts, the American electorate has become more polarized during the 2012 presidential contest, with race forming one of the many fault-lines dividing voters. We decided to look at what might happen to race relations in America under a second Obama term, versus a Mitt Romney administration.

By | 12:38 PM ET, 11/02/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 12:33 PM ET, 11/02/2012

If Romney Wins: Will He Be Postracial?

By

From The Root | By many accounts, the American electorate has become more polarized during the 2012 presidential contest, with race forming one of the many fault-lines dividing voters. We decided to look at what might happen to race relations in America under a Mitt Romney administration, versus a second term for Barack Obama.

By | 12:33 PM ET, 11/02/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 11:54 AM ET, 11/02/2012

What we can learn about education reform from Barack Obama and Mitt Romney

By Rahiel Tesfamariam

It would be beneficial to examine the academic and career detours taken by the likes of Obama and Romney.

By Rahiel Tesfamariam | 11:54 AM ET, 11/02/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 10:12 AM ET, 11/02/2012

This Week in Black Awesomeness: Teen seeks to be first African American female world chess champion

By Lauren McEwen

Kanye West apologizes to the paparazzi, and Queen Latifah is set to get a new talk show.

By Lauren McEwen | 10:12 AM ET, 11/02/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 09:54 AM ET, 11/02/2012

My picks for at-large D.C. Council: The best men for the job

By Clinton Yates

Opinion| There are two candidates best suited for the job of taking the city down an acceptable path.

By Clinton Yates | 09:54 AM ET, 11/02/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 07:00 AM ET, 11/02/2012

The perceived gentrifier: How I was driven from the U Street neighborhood

By John Murph

ROOT DC | I left the U Street neighborhood, not because I was priced out, but because I was harassed out.

By John Murph | 07:00 AM ET, 11/02/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 02:01 PM ET, 11/01/2012

Black Girls Rock! founder Beverly Bond talks about the motivation behind her movement

By Michael Livingston II

Bond spoke with The Root DC about the challenges of being a female DJ. The Black Girls Rock! awards show will air Sunday, Nov. 4, on BET.

By Michael Livingston II | 02:01 PM ET, 11/01/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 11:21 AM ET, 11/01/2012

Question 6: Why I’m supporting Maryland’s same sex marriage measure

By Sonsyrea Tate Montgomery

OPINION| I have long admired the courage gay individuals have to love who they love – even when it rubs conventional wisdom and religious norms.

By Sonsyrea Tate Montgomery | 11:21 AM ET, 11/01/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 09:36 AM ET, 11/01/2012

Miss Mykie: From Howard University to ‘106 & Park’

By Lauren McEwen

Miss Mykie won a nationwide competition to host the music video show on BET.

By Lauren McEwen | 09:36 AM ET, 11/01/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:54 PM ET, 10/31/2012

Things to do in the District, Maryland and Virginia Nov. 1-7

By Jillian S. Sowah

Justin Bieber takes the stage at Verizon Center on Nov. 5.

By Jillian S. Sowah | 06:54 PM ET, 10/31/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 11:11 AM ET, 10/31/2012

OP-ED| Dream Act: Best policy for Maryland

By Curtis Valentine and Gustavo Torres

OP-ED| The passage of Question 4 will invariably improve our K-12 and higher education systems.

By Curtis Valentine and Gustavo Torres | 11:11 AM ET, 10/31/2012 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

The Personal(s)| Signature Theatre, VA

Portrait Story Days: Anna May Wong| National Portrait Gallery - Smithsonian Institution, DC

UniverSoul Circus| Capital Plaza Mall, MD

The Root DC Live: January, 2013