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Shared on Aug 25 2008 in Lifestyle & Entertainment by Jae-Ha Kim

The Diverse Traveler: Arkansas

Harry J. Lennix knows a thing or two about traveling. Born in Chicago and currently residing in Los Angeles, the former teacher has traveled extensively throughout South Africa, Europe, and Australia. But Lennix -- who starred as Commander Locke in the “Matrix” films and is a key character in Joss Whedon's upcoming series “Dollhouse” -- says one of his favorite trips has been to Arkansas.Read More »

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Shared on Aug 24 2008 in Our Thoughts by Will Mandeville

Welcome to BLUR!

BLUR is a state of mind. It's the place where our differences are no longer a barrier to communication and understanding, but instead are an opportunity to explore new things, to adapt the best qualities of our intersecting cultures, and to EXPAND OUR FOCUS.Read More »

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Shared on Aug 21 2008 in People by Sally Clasen

Sustainable Lessons: ReDonna Rodgers

BLUR continues to feature profiles of business people who could be focused only on making good for themselves, but instead are devoting their lives to giving back. Find out what they are doing, and let BLUR know about others who are doing the same.Read More »

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Shared on Aug 20 2008 in Family & Culture by Kelly Jackson

In Her Footsteps

Kelly Jackson's experiences as a multiracial person growing up in America have encouraged her to consider what this might mean for her niece Kaylie Jo.Read More »

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Shared on Aug 15 2008 in Family & Culture by Alexandra.Moses

Multicultural Education : Where Are We Now

As the school year nears or begins for many families across the country, BLUR talks to experts about how multiculturalism can be better reflected in our children's learning environments.Read More »

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Shared on Aug 15 2008 in Lifestyle & Entertainment by Will Mandeville

Following the BLUR of U.S. Gymnastics

The U.S. Men's Gymnastics Team won bronze in Beijing earlier this week. The team competed with great heart and a true sense of opportunity.Read More »

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Shared on Aug 11 2008 in Lifestyle & Entertainment by A Fellow BLUR

Good Conversation, Good Food, Good Times!

Forget all the planning. Just pulling together a few friends and some easy food is often the best way to go.Read More »

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Shared on Aug 8 2008 in People by Kristen Williamson

A Mixed Chick and Proud of it!

From her podcast, Mixed Chicks Chat, to the Mixed Roots Film & Literary Festival which she co-created with fellow Mixed Chick Heidi Durrow, Fanshen Cox's multicultural life has become clearer.Read More »

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Shared on Aug 7 2008 in Lifestyle & Entertainment by Will Mandeville

BLURs in Beijing

Soccer has taken U.S. Women's striker Natasha Kai from her island home of Hawaii to the international stage of these Beijing Olympic Games.Read More »

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Shared on Aug 1 2008 in Lifestyle & Entertainment by Kenneth Cooper

Cairo: Long at the Cultural Crossroads

Cairo has long been at the cultural crossroads of the east and west. Our correspondent tells us why this city is still a must-see for anyone interested in diversity.Read More »

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