Talking About The Party Line

DNC Exclusive: Two first time delegates talk about affirmative action, religion and why NBC is looking like BET these days.

When An Immigrant Mom Gets Arrested

More women—and their children—are getting trapped by the intersection of policies governing deportations, prisons and foster care.

Race and Election Coverage 2008

Colorlines.com brings you quick-hit updates from across the country on race issues in this year’s election.

2008 DNC Chronicle: The Road Trip that Broke Barriers

Mix together the election of a lifetime, two of Minnesota’s youngest delegates, and you have one memorable 2008 DNC road trip extravaganza.

The Songs—And The MultiRacial Choir—Shaping Racial Reconciliation

DNC Exclusive: In music created by slaves in the 18th century, one group finds a way to address racism today.

Reaching Puberty Early

Environmental factors are putting Black girls at risk.

WANTED: Black Online Users

Black online outlets rush to fill the void created by media's "Rupert Murdoch-ization."

No Party Crashing Here

Blacks voting Republican isn’t about political independence.

Rants & Raves

Reading between the headlines.