In Tuesday night's State of the Union address, President Obama appeared before a new Congress, which is half controlled by Republicans. He urged better cooperation on dealing with America's economic and other woes. Republican strategist Bradley Blakemanand Democratic strategist Karen Finney break down the president’s speech.
In a new book entitled, The Black History of the White House, American University professor Dr. Clarence Lusane explores the untold contributions of African Americans in the White House, from the generations of enslaved people who helped to build it or were forced to work there, to its first Black first family, the Obamas.
Known for her performance in critically acclaimed films such as Hustle & Flow and The Curious Case of Benjamin Button and The Karate Kid, Oscar nominee Taraji P. Henson is taking part in a revealing new ad for PETA’s Fashion Week Bash in February. She’s also starring in a new Lifetime TV movie called, Taken From Me: The Tiffany Rubin Story. She talks to us about both projects.
The Rooney Rule, established in 2003, requires NFL teams to interview African American candidates for head coaching and senior football operations opportunities. Now there’s talk of taking it away. In his 3-minute sports drill, George Johnson details the rule’s significance and why it should remain in the league.
World-renowned contemporary saxophonist Dave Koz shares his latest album, “Hello Tomorrow," which debuted at #1 on Billboard's Top Jazz Album chart. The single, “Put the Top Down,” is currently holding the #1 spot on the Billboard charts.
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