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Drew Sidora – Chicago’s own dreams big and lends a helping hand

I first met actress Drew Sidora here in Chicago at the Bronzeville Film Festival last summer. As we spoke, I took notice of her articulate and poised way of speaking…

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Op-Ed

Is Racial Profiling Over?

Has the election of President Barack Obama solved one of the more persistent stains of racial injustice in this country? Has his ascension to the highest office in the world…

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Op-Ed

The Gathering Storm: A Health Care Update

Why the Health Care Debate is Important to Us!!! Amid skyrocketing gas and food prices, as well as other economic challenges, there remains a gathering storm in rising health care…

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Op-Ed

Is it Cheating if She’s Okay with it?

Recently Oscar nominated actress Mo’Nique set off alarm bells when she admitted that her husband Sid can have sex outside of their relationship in this year’s 29th – and final…

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Op-Ed

The “Thick” Woman is Coming Back

Referring to a woman’s weight is a notion that can send chills down a man’s spine. “Do I tell her how she really looks in that dress, or do I…

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Op-Ed

Your Participation in the 2010 U.S. Census is Important!!!

Why is your participation important? Every 10 years the U.S. Census Bureau counts every resident in the United States as required by the Constitution. Some people consider this an intrusive process, an attitude that is…

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Op-Ed

Weave Us Alone

African-American women have always embraced various forms of self-expression. Our unique style can be seen in all aspects of our lives including the many ways we style our hair. Over…

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Op-Ed

Black TV: For Profit or For Purpose?

Many African Americans have become disenchanted with Black Entertainment Television (BET) and its heavy focus on music for years. This waning support is what lead to the launch of the…

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Op-Ed

Undeniable Definition: A Blended, Beautiful Mix of Race

I cringe every time someone says that an individual is acting “too white” or “too black”. Who set the standard for what is considered “white” or “black”? Is the fact…

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Birdman’s Latest Business Venture – Birdman Oil

I spent a large part of my weekend in random discussions and one of them included defending Birdman as a better businessman than Jay-Z when it comes to the music…

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