Five reasons why last night was such a big deal (other than the obvious): 1) According to the exit polls, African Americans comprised thirteen percent of the electorate last night and went for Obama by an incredible 95% to 4%. In 2004, Blacks were 11% of the electorate and gave 90% of their votes to […]

By Ron Daniels The record turnout all across the country is almost like a Nelson Mandela moment in South Africa where no amount of barriers which have been erected whether intentionally or unintentionally-people standing in the pouring rain in Richmond and Norfolk Virginia-seem to be able to hold people back.

A new study completed just before President-elect Barack Obama’s historic election found that race was not a decisive factor for young voters.

The time was 1984, a new TV show debuted with comedian Bill Cosby playing a doctor father and Phylicia Rashad playing his lawyer wife. They had four adorable daughters and a funny son. The show would go on to be the most popular show of the 80’s, bringing the first image of a successful middle […]

Take a look at how newspapers around the world have been reporting on and celebrating the next President of The United States Of America, Barack Obama.

Wyclef Jean recently spoke to NewsOne about an Obama presidency. He said how now more than ever, black people need to follow Obama’s example and put an end to black on black crime. Watch Video Here

Colin Powell spoke to CNN about the historical significance of Obama’s victory. He admitted he cried when he found about Obama’s victory and seemed to tear up while talking about him. Condoleeza Rice also cried while talking about Obama’s victory, saying ‘As an African America, I am extremely proud’ Watch Powell and Condoleeza Rice Talk […]

“If there is anyone out there who still doubts that America is a place where all things are possible, who still wonders if the dream of our founders is alive in our time, who still questions the power of our democracy – tonight is your answer.” President Barack Obama