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The Root
Monday, December 21st, 2009 | Analysis | 4 Comments
The Root is an online magazine that provides commentary on today’s news from a variety of racial perspectives.
12/09: More Than Words
Plagiarism isn’t always a black and white issue … but could it be a brown one?
11/09: Color-Struck Around the Globe
Sammy Sosa’s new vampire complexion is a jarring reminder that, from the Dominican Republic to Dakar to New Delhi, white is still right. (Note: This story also ran on Slate.com).
8/09: Is Spelling a Cultural Activity?
Well, it is now. The final round of the South Asian Spelling Bee takes place this weekend.
3/09: Nobody’s Model Minority
Calling Indian Americans a “model minority” isn’t a compliment. It’s an attempt to fit a diverse community into an oversimplified box for political purposes.
2/09: Jindal’s Speech Didn’t Cut It
Gov. Bobby Jindal is trying to show America that he’s got a lot in common with President Obama - except when it comes to politics.
1/09: Jindal All the Way?
Now that Barack Obama is president, is it time to think about who will challenge him in 2012?
11/08: Ghosts of Thanksgiving past
The Root contributors reveal their worst (and funniest) Turkey Day memories.
9/08: From Piyush to Bobby
Indian Americans question whether or not Governor Bobby Jindal is “Indian enough.” Sound familiar?
Transcript of live chat with readers on washingtonpost.com: The Root on Bobby Jindal.
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