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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?: 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: 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: 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: But Barack Obama has gifts that transcend race and his own slim résumé.; By Garrison Keillor Jun 11, 2008
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?: 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: 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": 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: 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: The Obama-McCain contest will hold up a mirror to America's soul.; By Gary Kamiya May 13, 2008
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: 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": 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: 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?: 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: 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: 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: 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
King Kaufman's Sports Daily: ESPN documentary on black-college basketball dribbles aimlessly at times, but scores.; By King Kaufman Mar 14, 2008
Geraldine Ferraro still needs to apologize: To fully grasp why her remarks about Obama were so outrageous, take another look at her record in Congress.; By Joe Conason Mar 14, 2008
Voting for Clinton is like choosing a chick flick?: A film critic argues that women are too weak-willed to select movies or presidential candidates without their husband's approval.; Carol Lloyd Feb 14, 2008
Will whites vote for Barack Obama?: Obama has attracted white votes in Democratic primaries, but how would he fare with white America if he were the party's nominee?; By Alex Koppelman Jan 24, 2008
The race vs. gender war: The Democratic race is starting to resemble a compulsory oppressed minorities course taught by political consultants. Let's stop squabbling and elect the best nominee.; By Gary Kamiya Jan 15, 2008
Reverse cricket imperialism: Who calls the shots in the global business of cricket? Middle-class Indian television viewers; Andrew Leonard Jan 10, 2008

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