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News & Notes for January 23, 2009

Roundtable: Obama's New Foreign Policy Direction

Roundtable: Obama's New Foreign Policy Direction

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What's Our Fascination With Murder Mysteries?

What's Our Fascination With Murder Mysteries?

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The Psychology Behind America's Crime Obsession

The Psychology Behind America's Crime Obsession

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Fashion Spotlight Shines On First Lady Obama

Fashion Spotlight Shines On First Lady Obama

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UNCF Honors Patti LaBelle With 'Evening Of Stars'

UNCF Honors Patti LaBelle With 'Evening Of Stars'

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News & Notes for January 22, 2009

Civil Rights Battle Marches On In Era Of Obama

Civil Rights Battle Marches On In Era Of Obama

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Protecting Against Cyber Crime In A Digital Age

Protecting Against Cyber Crime In A Digital Age

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NFL Legend Jim Brown Considers Obama Influence

NFL Legend Jim Brown Considers Obama Influence

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Is Obama The Most Athletic President Ever?

Is Obama The Most Athletic President Ever?

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Responding To Your Letters

Responding To Your Letters

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News & Notes for January 21, 2009

America Welcomes New Era In Politics

America Welcomes New Era In Politics

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Chicago Celebrates Rise Of Favorite Son

Chicago Celebrates Rise Of Favorite Son

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Harlem School Kids Celebrate Obama Inauguration

Harlem School Kids Celebrate Obama Inauguration

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In Kenya, A Wave Of Emotion As Obama Sworn In

In Kenya, A Wave Of Emotion As Obama Sworn In

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What To Expect From Obama's First 100 Days

What To Expect From Obama's First 100 Days

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White House Gets Virtual Makeover

White House Gets Virtual Makeover

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Roundtable: Lasting Inauguration Impressions

Roundtable: Lasting Inauguration Impressions

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News & Notes for January 20, 2009

Obama Sworn In As Nation's 44th President

Obama Sworn In As Nation's 44th President

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Inauguration Reaction From Lincoln Memorial Steps

Inauguration Reaction From Lincoln Memorial Steps

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Cradle Of Civil Rights Reflects On Obama's Rise

Cradle Of Civil Rights Reflects On Obama's Rise

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Washington Watches As Obama Sworn In

Washington Watches As Obama Sworn In

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Farai Chideya Shares Inauguration Reflections

Farai Chideya Shares Inauguration Reflections

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Assessing Obama's Inaugural Address

Assessing Obama's Inaugural Address

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Roundtable: Obama Swearing-In Ceremony In Focus

Roundtable: Obama Swearing-In Ceremony In Focus

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Photographer Gil Garcetti On Capturing History

Photographer Gil Garcetti On Capturing History

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News & Notes for January 19, 2009

Leaving Kentucky, Bound For Inauguration

Leaving Kentucky, Bound For Inauguration

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Obama's New Cabinet In Focus

Obama's New Cabinet In Focus

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How Will History Judge Pres. George W. Bush?

How Will History Judge Pres. George W. Bush?

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Roundtable: Merchandise Follows Obama-Mania

Roundtable: Merchandise Follows Obama-Mania

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How To Witness History On A Tight Budget

How To Witness History On A Tight Budget

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Iowa's Isiserettes Corp Preps For Inaugural Parade

Iowa's Isiserettes Corp Preps For Inaugural Parade

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