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Jasmine Crockett Just Reminded Us What Black Women’s Leadership Looks Like
Jasmine Crockett's Senate campaign reminds us that real political change is never built in a single race.
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Black America Divided Over ‘End’ of Target Boycott As Big Debates Ignite Across the Internet
Black folks online are divided on whether the national Target boycott is actually over and who has the authority to call a quits.
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This Political Odd Couple Reached Across the Aisle to Pass a Historic Housing Bill in the Senate
Republican Tim Scott and Democrat Elizabeth Warren have teamed up to make housing more affordable for Americans.
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Family Claims Black Man Left Bleeding Out While EMS Treated White Cop’s ‘Anxiety Attack’
A Black man who was shot by Bridgeport police and later died had to wait 10 extra minutes for an ambulance after a cop took the first one to treat her anxiety.
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Ray J’s Mom Calls Out the Kardashians in Latest Legal Fight
As the legal back and forth between Ray J, Kim Kardashian and Kris Jenner rages on, his mother is entering the chat and speaking her peace!
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Rappers Try to Stop a Black Texas Man’s Execution Based on His Song Lyrics
Rappers are banding together to advocate for a Texas man set to be executed next month largely due to his incriminating song lyrics.
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After the ‘End’ of Target Boycott, Sen. Nina Turner Explains the Next Fight Black Americans Should Focus on
Sen. Nina Turner is calling on Black folks to stop spending at another billion-dollar corporation after a Tennessee Senate bill is causing a stir.
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We Loved “Sinners,” But Ryan Coogler, We Need You to Answer These Questions
While 'Sinners' prepares to make potential Oscars history on Sunday, there a still some fun questions that the film doesn't answer. Let's get into it!
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The Oscars Biggest Black History Moments Over the Years
With the 2026 Oscars just days away, let's take a look at some of the best Black, history-making moments at the Academy Awards over the years!
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Exclusive: Marla Gibbs, More Black Leaders, Celebs Share Life-Changing Lessons
The Root Exclusive Series: Black History Month was established 100 years ago, in February 1926. To commemorate this momentous occasion, 100 Black thought leaders and creators share their collective wisdom and insight for the culture in this ongoing series.