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In response to Dingle asking whether there is a special responsibility that comes with being a black man playing the president with a real black president in the White House, Underwood says, "I take responsibility for every role I take. I can't just play the role. As a black actor, I don't have that luxury."

B.E. Golf & Tennis Challenge Gallery: Screening “The Event”

Star Blair Underwood is interviewed by BE Editor-in-Chief Derek Dingle at invite-only screening. Bonus: Boris Kodjoe

Star Blair Underwood is interviewed by Black Enterprise Editor-in-Chief Derek Dingle at an invite-only screening…

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Prostate Cancer Screenings is not the best answer for every man, says Dr. Durado Brooks.

Wellness Insider: Making Choices About Prostate Screening

Preventing illness and achieving wellness: health, fitness, and nutrition news for busy professionals

An informed business professional usually tries to weigh pros and cons before making a decision…

By Malecia S. Walker

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Green Insider: 3 Ways to Practice Energy Responsibility

Eco-friendly resources for businesses and individuals

Would you invest in a company that pollutes your drinking water? What if you’re the…

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Today, Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week kicked off in its new home, Lincoln Center’s Damrosch Park in New York City. The event draws tastemakers, editors, onlookers, and buyers to witness the hottest in design industry talent. The semi-annual fashion events, formerly at Bryant Park, draw more than  230,000 attendees every year and generate more than $770 million in  economic activity in New York City, according to reports. Held from Sept. 9 to 16, this year's shows will include apparel by top brands with two outstanding African Americans showing their lines--apparel and lifestyle brand designer Tracy Reese and jewelry designer Monique Pean. In celebration of the kick-off, here's a snapshot of the top African American talent at Lincoln Center this season.

Fashion Week Launches: Top African American Talents

Held Sept. 9-16, this year's shows will include designers Tracy Reese and Monique Pean

In celebration of the kick-off of New York Fashion Week, here’s a gallery of the…

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Social Media Insider: Major Airline Carves Out Niche for Black Travelers

Tools, tips, and information from social media experts and the people and businesses who use it.

BlackEnterprise.com talked with Monte Ford, American Airlines’ senior vice president and chief information officer, about…

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Tech Insider: 3 Tech Tools for Road Warriors

Technology news, reviews, tips, and advice for professionals and small businesses

Looking for ways to be more efficient when working on the road? Consider purchasing a…

By Marcia Wade Talbert

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On Day Three of the Black Enterprise Pepsi Golf & Tennis Challenge (Saturday, September 4, 2010), the hospitality luncheon hosted by American Express featured a talks show styled program called "American Express Insider Access," featuring actor Boris Kodjoe (star of the new NBC action series Undercovers), actor-vocalist Dawnn Lewis, actor-comedian Cedric The Entertainer and actor-author Hill Harper.

B.E. Golf & Tennis Challenge Gallery: The Stars Come Out

Attendees get "Insider Access" to Cedric The Entertainer, Boris Kodjoe, Dawnn Lewis and Hill Harper

A photo gallery of celebrities in attendance, including new NBC series stars Blair Underwood and…

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Green Insider: Energy Security Can Prevent $12 Per Gallon Gas Prices

Eco-friendly resources for businesses and individuals

The responsibility of achieving energy security is not a task for politicians, soldiers, and oil…

By Andre Williams

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On the Thursday, September 2, the first day of the 2010 Black Enterprise/Pepsi Golf & Tennis Challenge, attendees reunited with old friends, connected with new ones, prepared for competition on the links and courts, and celebrated BE Next and the '70s. Pictured: Cedric The Entertainer takes to the greens. (Photo by Gerard Gastin)

B.E. Golf & Tennis Challenge Gallery: Day One

Attendees reunite with old friends, connect with new ones, prep for competition and celebrate BE Next and the '70s

A photo gallery of the first day of activities at the 17th Annual Black Enterprise/Pepsi…

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El DeBarge gets up close and personal during a spirited performance in which he put his inimitable and powerful falsetto on full display with songs from his latest album, Second Chance, as well as classics such as "Rythym of the Night," I Like It", "Stay With Me" and "Love Me In A Special Way." (Photo by Gerrod Gaskin)

B.E. Golf & Tennis Challenge Gallery: Classic R&B and Hip Hop

El Debarge, Doug E. Fresh, MC Lyte and Big Daddy Kane rock the house in tribute to the second decade of Black Enterprise

On Friday, September 3, attendees of the 17th Annual Black Enterprise/Pepsi Golf & Tennis Challenge…

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