Justice and the Central Park Five

05/10/2013

Ken Burns discusses his groundbreaking documentary.

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01:08

Former CBC Chair Tapped as Agency Head

President Obama nominates Congressman Mel Watt to lead the Federal Housing Finance Agency.
05/01/2013
02:32

Obama Nominee Adds Needed Diversity

The announcement of Mayor Anthony Foxx as Treasury secretary may hush criticism about Obama's cabinet diversity.
05/02/2013
02:58

How's Obama Doing in His Second Term?

New Yorkers weigh in on Obama and the next four years after the first 100 days of his second term.
05/02/2013
02:17

African-Americans Flex Voting Muscle

New research finds that the voting rate for Blacks outpaced that for Whites.
05/03/2013
03:08

President's Weekly Address: Fixing Our Immigration System

President Obama discusses a recent Senate bill that take commonsense steps towards fixing our broken immigration system.
05/06/2013
00:50

Cleveland Dishwasher Becomes National Hero

Charles Ramsey lent a helping hand and landed in the national spotlight.
05/07/2013
04:56

Five Barriers to Mental Health Treatment

From stigma to lack of awareness, many factors prevent African-Americans from taking charge of their mental health.
05/08/2013
03:24

Should Affirmative Action End?

New Yorkers give their perspectives on affirmative action. Should it end or is it still necessary?
05/08/2013
Backstage
03:25

Floyd Mayweather Breaks Down Life After Boxing

Floyd Mayweather talks about fatherhood and life after boxing.
05/09/2013
03:15

Justin's Journey to Mental Health

So many African-Americans avoid psychiatric treatment, but one man took action and is better for it.
05/10/2013
06:59

Justice and the Central Park Five

Filmmaker Ken Burns and wrongfully accused defendant Yusef Salaam discuss the Central Park jogger rape case.
05/10/2013
03:05

President's Weekly Address: Housing and Homeownership

Obama urges Congress to give all responsible homeowners the chance to refinance and save money on their mortgages.
05/13/2013
05:22

Former Obama Campaign Staffer Charts New Course

After paying dues with national organizations and political campaigns, Stefanie Brown launches out on her own.
05/13/2013
02:42

Blacks Brace for Social Security Cuts

The Obama administration is considering changes that may leave the lives of Black Social Security recipients hanging in the balance.
05/17/2013
03:22

President's Weekly Address: Building a Thriving Middle Class

Obama discusses his belief that a rising, thriving middle class is the true engine of economic growth.
05/20/2013
32:07

The President Tells Morehouse Grads to Be a "Good Role Model"

In his speech at Morehouse College, Obama urges grads to "be a good role model and set a good example."
05/20/2013
03:27

Should the Boy Scouts Ban Gay Leaders?

New Yorkers give their perspectives on whether the Boy Scouts of America should ban gay leaders.
05/20/2013
05:36

Obama Addresses Devastation in Oklahoma

President Obama says as a nation, the focus is on rescuing those affected by the Oklahoma tornadoes.
05/21/2013
05:21

New Documentary Honors Black WWII Heroes

A groundbreaking film reveals the story of Black soldiers who fought valiantly in World War II.
05/24/2013
03:02

Food Assistance Programs Face Cuts

As Congress debates deep cuts from the program formerly known as food stamps, how will needy families survive?
05/24/2013
02:14

Civil Rights Hang in the Balance at Supreme Court

The future direction of civil rights may hang in the balance at the Supreme Court.
05/24/2013
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