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Race is dead--so why do some say "long live race"? Is a race based medicine likely to save more (especially minority) lives? At what social costs? I address these and other questions in a end of term paper written in 2002.

In a 40-minute speech in Philadelphia today, Senator Barack Obama addressed many of the inflammatory issues surrounding his Presidential campaign in recent weeks, from his former Pastor Jeremiah Wright's incendiary statements to issues of race in America as a whole.

A letter to my ethnic studies professor in response to problems and misrepresentations in the curriculum. It contains strong arguments questioning the teaching of ethnic studies and cultural judgments directed at past political figures.

With the census count coming in three years, an old argument about how people are counted and who are counted will no doubt will return. This is an essay that argues that the continuation of counting by racial and ethnic classifications is still very much needed.

For biracial children, the impact of a dual ethnic background is often not an issue until the child reaches middle school and is looking for a peer group to associate with.

The face pictured when thinking of an eating disorder is generally that of a teenage female. As research on eating disorders expands, it appears more men and boys are suffering from this affliction than thought. Additionally, many ethnic groups need to be closely examined.

For many children, bullying and teasing in high school can be based upon ethnic and racial differences.

African Americans face particular challenges in interracial or inter-ethnic dating. These nine question will help a couple in a relationship of diversities to proactively discuss possible situations involving friends, family and community.

This is an open letter to George Bush about the ethnic cleansing in the Darfur region of the Sudan, and I am choosing to write it here so that my voice is not lost in the million of other pieces of mail.

What are the origins of personal prejudice? Do individual experiences fuel standing stereotypes? Is it easier to perpetuate existing stereotypes because "things will never change?" Can people battle internal struggles within their own ethnic group?

No study of the human experience would be complete without a consideration of race and ethnicity from the standpoints of sociology and biology. This paper discusses these topics in detail.

Shane Hammond, 27, was a Midget Car race driver, participating in Thompson International Speedway's Connecticut season-opening weekend, when his light-weight small car became air-born, resulting in Shane's Hammond's death on Sunday.

A look at the history of race on television, well, a selective history ...

A great all-around racer, the Specialized Tarmac Pro Double is the kind of race bike that doesn't scream for attention. Well, maybe its wheels do.

While taking a look at the phenomenon that was Jackie Robinson from the faces-in-the-crowd perspective, the book emphasizes the influence of desegregation in professional sports on changes in treatment of racial and ethnic minorities in America.

Running your first 5K can be scary, exciting, and downright overwhelming. By choosing your first race carefully, you can ensure you will be back for more!

A blogger/reporter for the L.A. Times reports every homicide in the county and makes it a point to name the race of every victim. Should that matter and is she only perpetuating a problem by doing that?

Recently within the last two to four years, there have been networks that have been launched to bring quality ethnic oriented shows to a diversity of ethnic audiences.

Overview of the most talked about teams of the amazong race .

"Ethnic decor is more a feeling than a science," says Marcelo Velez, an interior designer in Cordoba, Argentina. "When you say modern, country, etc, a picture comes to mind. Ethnic decor is different. Many can't define it, but know it when they see it."

While many ethnic dishes are prepared with high calories, there are many options when dining out which provide healthy choices without sacrificing flavor. When dining in Dallas, Texas, consider these options as a healthy alternative.

Americans are ready to start shopping different types of ethnic grocers so they can achieve the same ethnic palate at home that they favor when dining out. This is a very brief overview of a few ethnic cuisines and foodstuffs.

The National Heart Lung and Blood Institute, Obesity Education Initiative, dieters should try ethnic food to help in weight loss efforts.

A look at author Anthony Smith's analysis of the election and survival of ethnic groups.

The editorial and/or opinion article is an effort to open the eyes and mind of those who continue to identify themselves and others as only one race. Many times it is obvious that we are of mixed race. How do we decide which family race to choose and which to ignore.

The North Carolina Roadrunners Club sponsored a Miracle Mile Race in Raleigh NC on Novermber 4th at the Centennial Campus of North Carolina State University.

The media portray race whether they are aware of it or not. As far as the American people have come, race is still an issue.

Most political contests have at least some bit of drama on election night. New Mexico has already decided all but one race, which we will use to maintain at least a tenuous contact with reality

Amazing Race Asia 2 is now halfway through, check out the teams and who is left in the race - it's an exciting race with still many teams looking like potential winners.

In an event that is sure to draw a ton of viewers, former NBA player and current TNT basketball analyst Charles Barkley will race NBA referee Dick Bavetta at NBA All Star Weekend. The loser will donate $5000 to the winner's charity of choice.

These two novels discuss race and nation in the context of gender and sexuality. These issues are further complicated by issues of assimilation and war.

Biographies of Wernher von Braun and Sergei Korolov are the launching pad of an analysis of the colossal rocket duel waged between the United States and the Soviet Union in the book "Space Race" written by BBC producer Deborah Cadbury.

A look at how race and gender became a highly charged political issue during the Civil War era. Includes references and excerpts.

This isn't some wacky race with bar fights and boobs poppin' out of bras, not that there is anything wrong with that. Instead, it's a hard-core endurance test that pushes the envelope, not only for the cars, but for the drivers as well.

Imagine a local car race in your hometown during the July 4th holiday. Imagine a race which has had winners such as Al Unser, Bobby Unser, Robby Unser, and Mario Andretti.

A devoted fan of CBS Television's The Amazing Race, the author gives a quick summary for newcomers.

The Amazing Race was first debuted by CBS on September 5th, 2001 and the show has continued to reward the fastest and smartest contestants for over five years and nine seasons.

What's the Amazing Race and why should you race to watch it with its millions of fans? Because it's fun to watch relationships unfold under the tensions of team competition, international travel, and plain old crazy behavior.

The new season of Amazing Race has brought back some great and not so great racers from previous seasons. This episode of Amazing Race all-star started out like any other first episode. Amazing Race host Phil spoke with the contestants and then the race began.

The 11th installment of the The Amazing Race debuts on Sunday, February 25th. Will be be as sucessful as the other 10 seasons?

The longest NASCAR Nextel Cup Series race on the circuit boasts a whopping 600 miles (966 km) and 400 laps. That's like driving from Washington, D.C. to New Jersey in about 4 hours or so.

Exhibit uncovers the lies about race and why it was constructed.

Mile by mile, this article describes the experience of a 5-mile race.

Some twenty two thousand people came out to Race for the Cure at Raleigh, North Carolina Meredith College's 11th annual event. Many had to use wheels to participate due to age or disability.

Paula Taylor is one of Thailand's most famous actresses and models. She is also representing Thailand in Season 2 of the Amazing Race Asia. Half Thai and half English, Paula is a knockout and should liven up the show.

While running is not a matter of luck, racing actually is-to some extent. There are many aspects of a race that have to do with luck, or that are beyond the runner's control.

Hollywood's distortion of drugs, violence, beauty and race.