Before there was Oprah Winfrey, there was Madam C.J. Walker. The daughter of former slaves, Walker grew up an orphan toiling ...

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What do you do when those responsible for the country's worst atrocities walk freely among their victims -- and in many cases, continue to hold political power?Former President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, ...

Since the early 19th century, Uncle Sam has been a patriotic symbol of our nation and government. With his long beard and ...

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Sam Tanenhaus' new biography examines the life and influence of the political commentator, magazine editor and TV debater who ...

Samuel L. Jackson is not just one of the most prolific actors around, but he's also one of the most beloved. Before Dwayne ...

Director Theodore Witcher offers up multi-layered Black-American characters who show that people who we love can have flaws.

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Texas author unearths the most complete story of the elusive early Texas bluesman and preacher "Blind" Willie Johnson yet.