Female Faces of the Civil Rights Movement

07/02/2014

Although men have been at the forefront of the movement, women are taking their rightful place at the helm.

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President's Weekly Address: The President Wishes America's Dads a Happy Father's Day

In this week's address, President Obama wished America's dads a happy Father's Day and underscored the crucial role fathers play in our society.
06/14/2014
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Obama's Clemency Initiative Could Free Hundreds of Prisoners

BET.com takes a look at federal drug laws and talks with Ebony Underwood who hopes that Obama's new clemency initiative will free her father.
06/17/2014
02:06

Pause Before Talking About Blue Ivy's Hair

BET.com asks New Yorkers how they feel about the petition created to comb the megastars' daughter's hair.
06/20/2014
07:06

Yuriorkis Gamboa Greatest Hits

Take an up-close look at the Cuban boxer's journey to an undefeated record.
06/20/2014
04:16

President's Weekly Address: Bringing Our Workplace Policies Into the 21st Century

In this week's address, the president previewed Monday's first-ever White House Summit on Working Families, where he will bring together business leaders and workers to discuss the challenges that working parents face every day and lift up solutions that are good for these families and American businesses.
06/21/2014
03:34

Young Brooklyn Actor Talks 'Earth to Echo'

BET.com sits down with Brian "Astro" Bradley to discuss his starring role in his new movie.
06/25/2014
03:16

Smooth Criminal - Jeremy Meeks

BET.com asks New Yorkers how they feel about the positive reaction to the famous mug shot.
06/27/2014
03:50

President's Weekly Address: Focusing on the Economic Priorities for the Middle Class Nationwide

In this week's address, the president discussed his recent trip to Minneapolis, where he met a working mother named Rebekah.
06/28/2014
04:20

Is Green the New Black?

As we commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Civil Rights Act, we look at environmental injustice as the movement's last frontier.
07/01/2014
07:02

Are We Losing Our Civil Rights?

The Civil Rights Act marked a turning point 50 years ago. What's changed since then?
07/02/2014
08:03

Female Faces of the Civil Rights Movement

Although men have been at the forefront of the movement, women are taking their rightful place at the helm.
07/02/2014
02:30

President's Weekly Address: Celebrating Independence Day

In this week's address, President Obama commemorated Independence Day by noting the contributions and sacrifices from individuals throughout the history of this country, from our Founding Fathers to the men and women in our military serving at home and abroad.
07/04/2014
03:05

The World Is Ours: Black Kids Learning Mandarin

Angela Jackson explains why she started the Global Language Project and how it will help disadvantaged children level the playing field.
07/08/2014
04:06

President's Weekly Address: It's Time for Congressional Republicans to Do Their Part

In this week's address, the president recapped his visits with folks who have written him letters about their own American stories, their successes and struggles.
07/14/2014
03:46

Our President Is Not Your 'N----r'

A New York newspaper hits the president with the N-bomb. Did they cross the line?
07/14/2014
01:31

Jordan Brand Shows "Re2pect" to Derek Jeter

Michael Jordan, Jay Z, Carmelo Anthony salute the Yankee captain in new ad
07/15/2014
03:11

It Takes a Village to Stop Gun Violence

New York City activist groups come together to form Body of Peace in hopes of decreasing violence.
07/17/2014
01:32

Teen's Rape Sparks Internet Firestorm

A Houston girl gets support after her alleged rape was mocked on social media.
07/17/2014
03:00

President's Weekly Address: Equipping Workers With Skills Employers Need Now and for the Future

In this week's address, the president discussed the importance of ensuring that the economic progress we've made is shared by all hardworking Americans.
07/21/2014
02:42

ESPN The Magazine Celebrates The Body Issue

Billy Sorrells talks to Colin Kaepernick, Matt Barnes and more.
07/22/2014
03:25

What to Do When Approached by Police

Graham Weatherspoon gives tips for avoiding conflict with police officers.
07/22/2014
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