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Delivering in-depth analysis of U.S. politics from a Black perspective. Catch up on the latest with our comprehensive coverage of American politics and breaking news from the White House, Congress, the Supreme Court, and more.

Research on left-handed people points to their heightened sense of resiliency, since most of their life is spent re-adjusting and acclimating to a holistically right-handed world.

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If I had my doubts there would be a Black president in my lifetime, I couldn’t even begin to fathom the day when I would be able to utter the words, “This is my husband, Andrew.”

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Researchers believe government officials have the responsibility to do more and should offer financial settlements to an estimated 830 survivors.

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Attorney General of California Kamala Harris, who became the second Black woman to be elected to the U.S. Senate, and former Maryland Lt. Gov. Anthony Brown are among leaders scheduled to serve in Congress in 2017.

Donald Trump has nominated Ben Carson as Secretary of the Department of Housing and Urban Development; the former Republican presidential candidate and retired neurosurgeon accepted the position

Voters overwhelmingly turned down a constitutional amendment for the special statewide school district. At issue were education funds and control.

James Coleman's landmark study is still relevant today. Its findings about poverty and education continue to inform policymakers.

Supporters of no-zero grading argue that it keeps failing students engaged. Opponents contend that it makes students less accountable.

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POTUS shared that after his term comes to an end, he and his wife will be involved in politics at a grassroots level.

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Democrats who serve on the House Oversight Committee requested that President-elect Donald Trump’s financial activity be investigated to ensure that he hasn’t made any unlawful decisions.

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Jamilah Lemieux reflects on the prospect of Donald Trump's presidency, its causes and inevitable consequences.

#OneObama

President Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama’s leadership, accomplishments, and commitment to education show us that being smart is the new cool.