February 2004   
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Rev. Al Sharpton discusses his presidential bid. Dr. Henry Louis Gates, Jr. describes his PBS documentary, America Beyond the Color Line.

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Toni Morrison responds to critics who try to pigeonhole her writing and gives advice to writers looking for their big break.

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Harry Belafonte reflects on how being the son of immigrants shapes his view of America and gives advice to those who struggle with finding their purpose.

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J. Kenneth Blackwell comments on Ohio's ban on gay marriages. Gospel singer Donnie McClurkin talks about his career.

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RNC chair Ed Gillespie speculates on the upcoming campaign. Afeni Shakur and Jasmine Guy share thoughts on the inspiration for their new book release.

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Sen. Tom Daschle talks about his party's chances in this year's election. ‹ber producers Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis reflect on their partnership.

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Chuck D talks about the politics of young voters. Joe Eszterhas reflects on life away from Hollywood.

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Rep. Harold Ford evaluates the primary season so far, and Carrie Fisher talks about the transition from actress to successful screenwriter.

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Marcia Gay Harden reflects on how having children impacts her career perspective. The ladies of Floetry describe the neo-soul music genre.

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Arsenio Hall talks to Tavis about changes in the business, the importance of having control and life after his talk show.

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ESPN's Stuart Scott reflects on the difference between reputation and integrity. Money maven Michelle Singletary muses on living in a "label" society.

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Kanye West shares why he stayed with a label that didn't want to sign him as an artist, and Kathy Ireland explains why she wanted her own brand.

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Harry Belafonte reflects on how being the son of immigrants shapes his view of America and gives advice to those who struggle with finding their purpose.

19

Prince gives a rare interview to Tavis, performs live and presents a sneak preview -- the world premier -- of the video for his latest effort, "Musicology."

20

Nation of Islam leader Minister Louis Farrakhan goes head-to-head with Tavis in a discussion of reparations.

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California Sen. Barbara Boxer comments on same-sex marriage. Funnyman Cedric the Entertainer responds to whether anything should be off limits in comedy.

24

KRS-ONE discusses the state of the hip-hop today, and Andy Serkis describes how technology and acting merged in his Lord of the Rings character.

25

Jonathan Alter reviews President Bush's re-election chances this year. Anthony Anderson tells Tavis why he created his own TV series

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Kevin Nealon reflects on the political issues of the day and Mekhi Phifer shares how he stumbled into acting.

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Filmmaker Errol Morris describes the lessons of the Vietnam War. Actor John McGinley shares how having a son with Down syndrome has affected his life.

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Rep. Maxine Waters sheds light on the situation in Haiti. Personal finance guru Suze Orman tells what ought to be done about Social Security.

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Film critic Michael Medved weighs in on The Passion of the Christ and actor Michael Ealy talks about being typecast by his looks and past roles.

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New York Rep. Charles Rangel speculates on the road ahead for Sen. Kerry. LisaGay Hamilton talks about her HBO documentary on actress Beah Richards.

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Sen. Bill Frist defends his position on same-sex marriage and cultural critic Nelson George examines the enduring legacy of the '80s.

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White House hopeful Ralph Nader shares why he's in the race. Musician Richie Sambora reflects on his longevity in the business.

Archives February 2004

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image from Monday, February 2

Monday, February 2

Rev. Al Sharpton discusses his presidential bid. Dr. Henry Louis Gates, Jr. describes his PBS documentary, America Beyond the Color Line.


image from Tuesday, February 3

Tuesday, February 3

Toni Morrison responds to critics who try to pigeonhole her writing and gives advice to writers looking for their big break.


image from Wednesday, February 4

Wednesday, February 4

Harry Belafonte reflects on how being the son of immigrants shapes his view of America and gives advice to those who struggle with finding their purpose.


image from Thursday, February 5

Thursday, February 5

J. Kenneth Blackwell comments on Ohio's ban on gay marriages. Gospel singer Donnie McClurkin talks about his career.


image from Friday, February 6

Friday, February 6

RNC chair Ed Gillespie speculates on the upcoming campaign. Afeni Shakur and Jasmine Guy share thoughts on the inspiration for their new book release.


image from Monday, February 9

Monday, February 9

Sen. Tom Daschle talks about his party's chances in this year's election. ‹ber producers Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis reflect on their partnership.


image from Tuesday, February 10

Tuesday, February 10

Chuck D talks about the politics of young voters. Joe Eszterhas reflects on life away from Hollywood.


image from Wednesday, February 11

Wednesday, February 11

Rep. Harold Ford evaluates the primary season so far, and Carrie Fisher talks about the transition from actress to successful screenwriter.


image from Thursday, February 12

Thursday, February 12

Marcia Gay Harden reflects on how having children impacts her career perspective. The ladies of Floetry describe the neo-soul music genre.


image from Friday, February 13

Friday, February 13

Arsenio Hall talks to Tavis about changes in the business, the importance of having control and life after his talk show.


image from Monday, February 16

Monday, February 16

ESPN's Stuart Scott reflects on the difference between reputation and integrity. Money maven Michelle Singletary muses on living in a "label" society.


image from Tuesday, February 17

Tuesday, February 17

Kanye West shares why he stayed with a label that didn't want to sign him as an artist, and Kathy Ireland explains why she wanted her own brand.


image from Wednesday, February 18

Wednesday, February 18

Harry Belafonte reflects on how being the son of immigrants shapes his view of America and gives advice to those who struggle with finding their purpose.


image from Thursday, February 19

Thursday, February 19

Prince gives a rare interview to Tavis, performs live and presents a sneak preview -- the world premier -- of the video for his latest effort, "Musicology."


image from Friday, February 20

Friday, February 20

Nation of Islam leader Minister Louis Farrakhan goes head-to-head with Tavis in a discussion of reparations.


image from Monday, February 23

Monday, February 23

California Sen. Barbara Boxer comments on same-sex marriage. Funnyman Cedric the Entertainer responds to whether anything should be off limits in comedy.


image from Tuesday, February 24

Tuesday, February 24

KRS-ONE discusses the state of the hip-hop today, and Andy Serkis describes how technology and acting merged in his Lord of the Rings character.


image from Wednesday, February 25

Wednesday, February 25

Jonathan Alter reviews President Bush's re-election chances this year. Anthony Anderson tells Tavis why he created his own TV series


image from Thursday, February 26

Thursday, February 26

Kevin Nealon reflects on the political issues of the day and Mekhi Phifer shares how he stumbled into acting.


image from Friday, February 27

Friday, February 27

Filmmaker Errol Morris describes the lessons of the Vietnam War. Actor John McGinley shares how having a son with Down syndrome has affected his life.