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The dark history of burned flesh The dark history of burned flesh
Drop those spareribs, imperialist pig-eaters! A new book argues that the great American barbecue smolders on the coals of genocidal racism.
By Andrew Leonard Aug 30, 2008
What's up with black names, anyway? What's up with black names, anyway?
From Tayshaun to Rau'shee, Olympic athletes have been a reminder of distinctive African-American names. Before you poke fun, here's a history lesson.
By David Zax Aug 25, 2008
In defense of race-based rooting In defense of race-based rooting
At the Olympics, you sometimes find yourself rooting for athletes because of their race. And that's OK.
Gary Kamiya Aug 20, 2008
News Debunking anti-Obama e-mails
Error-filled chain e-mails designed to scare voters away from Barack Obama are circulating widely on the Internet. Salon deconstructs a pair, one smearing the candidate, the other his wife.
By Mike Madden Aug 20, 2008
Black and white in color Black and white in color
An arch, acute and haunting documentary about the segregated Mardi Gras traditions of Mobile, Ala., "The Order of Myths" might be the nonfiction film of the year.
Andrew O'Hehir Jul 25, 2008
CNN's "Black in America" CNN's "Black in America"
What did you miss in the first installment of the cable program's high-profile series on race?
Sarah Hepola Jul 24, 2008
Jesse Helms is not dead Jesse Helms is not dead
His politics and his methods live on -- among liberals as well as conservatives.
By Michael Lind Jul 11, 2008
Who's afraid of Michelle Obama? Who's afraid of Michelle Obama?
The flap about the potential first lady's "image problem" proves how uncomfortable the country feels about a shift in racial dynamics. But as far as I'm concerned, I've found a kindred spirit.
By Erin Aubry Kaplan Jun 24, 2008
The new racist, anti-Obama fashion statement The new racist, anti-Obama fashion statement
One vendor in Texas makes no bones about pins promoting a racist attitude toward the presumptive Democratic nominee.
Alex Koppelman Jun 17, 2008
Baby mama drama Baby mama drama
How did an urban slang insult cross over into the political mainstream, and why is it so offensive?
By Miles Marshall Lewis Jun 13, 2008
He's a young black guy, and that's a problem for some folks He's a young black guy, and that's a problem for some folks
But Barack Obama has gifts that transcend race and his own slim résumé.
By Garrison Keillor Jun 11, 2008
The mix master The mix master
Barack Obama's candidacy spells the end of the one-drop rule and the beginning of a painful but necessary exploration of the real meaning of race in America.
By Gary Kamiya Jun 10, 2008
What role did race play with white Democrats? What role did race play with white Democrats?
As the primaries end, a round table of experts -- Tom Schaller, Ruy Teixeira and Sean Wilentz -- weighs the influence of white racism on the Clinton vs. Obama contest.
By Mark Schone Jun 3, 2008
Ferraro wants study on sexism, racism in campaign Ferraro wants study on sexism, racism in campaign
The former vice-presidential nominee, a lightning rod for controversy earlier in the Democratic race, takes to the Op-Ed page.
Alex Koppelman May 30, 2008
"Chief Bender's Burden" "Chief Bender's Burden"
A biography tells of how the Native American pitcher overcame long odds and fierce prejudice to star for Connie Mack's Athletics.
King Kaufman May 23, 2008
Racism on the trail Racism on the trail
The Washington Post explores racism encountered by Obama volunteers, something the campaign may have preferred kept quiet, while bloggers on the right see liberal media bias.
Alex Koppelman May 13, 2008
Poetry vs. fear Poetry vs. fear
The Obama-McCain contest will hold up a mirror to America's soul.
By Gary Kamiya May 13, 2008
Was Hillary channeling George Wallace? Was Hillary channeling George Wallace?
Hillary's reckless exploitation of racial division could split the Democratic Party over race -- a tragic legacy for the Clintons.
By Joe Conason May 9, 2008
Race and the race Race and the race
Exit polling from both Indiana and North Carolina shows a Democratic electorate that's still divided by racial lines.
Alex Koppelman May 6, 2008
Wright's theology not "new or radical" Wright's theology not "new or radical"
Black religion expert Jonathan Walton on black liberation theology's roots in slavery, MLK Jr.'s "God damn America moment" and what Jeremiah Wright has in common with Gennifer Flowers.
By Sarah Posner May 3, 2008
Flagging America's racial divide Flagging America's racial divide
An infamous 1976 photo captured a violent encounter between white Bostonians and a black lawyer during an anti-busing rally. A new book explains why this image continues to haunt and define us.
By Louis Bayard Apr 28, 2008
Will McCain denounce Floyd Brown? Will McCain denounce Floyd Brown?
It's time for the GOP to finally repudiate the creator of the infamous Willie Horton ad, who is back smearing Obama.
By Joe Conason Apr 25, 2008
Race and the white coat Race and the white coat
Racial bias in doctors and healthcare workers is doing great harm. Is enough being done to stop it?
By Rahul K. Parikh, M.D. Apr 22, 2008
The rubes and the elites The rubes and the elites
By calling small-town Americans "bitter," Obama has deepened a long-standing rift in the Democratic base. The party's success in November depends on healing it.
By Michael Lind Apr 15, 2008
I'm no bigot, but you should meet my buddies I'm no bigot, but you should meet my buddies
People say they'd vote for a woman or a black man, but they're not sure their friends would do the same.
Carol Lloyd Mar 20, 2008
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