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Because of the existence of programs to enhance diversity, many, like Donald Trump, believe that students and employees of color admitted to selective schools are unqualified beneficiaries of racial quotas. Published 12:02 p.m. April 28, 2011 - Comments
Abiding by calls to limit children from too much media, parents may be missing a wonderful opportunity to guide children to work in a growth sector. Published 3:59 p.m. April 18, 2011 - Comments
GOP efforts to defund abortion is contributing to the imminent government shut down, but maybe shouldn't be Published 11:48 a.m. April 7, 2011 - Comments
Given the shaky relationship between black youth and police, some parents are teaching their kids instructions on how to behave around police officers. Published 1:18 p.m. March 31, 2011 - Comments
The first lady shares a personal story about how a pediatrician visit helped her make better parenting decisions. Published 1:11 p.m. March 25, 2011 - Comments
After herself playing by the rules for so long, the author expresses frustration by the virtual absence of black women on corporate boards and in executive positions. Published 1:25 p.m. March 17, 2011 - Comments
A U.S. congressman's proposal to amend the constitution for equal education rights seem radical but the UK government has spent millions giving free laptops to its poor children. Published 11:19 a.m. March 15, 2011 - Comments
The education sector needs trimming like other industries but there are other nongovernmental funding options that could be exploited Published 3:06 p.m. March 8, 2011 - Comments
Parents that support spending cuts must be prepared to accept impact some of those cuts may have on their families. Published 2:21 p.m. February 22, 2011 - Comments
Actress Halle Berry's reference to the Jim Crow "one drop" rule illuminates struggle with racial identity that biracial children face Published 2:31 p.m. February 10, 2011 - Comments
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