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Black DC Vies for First Couple's Attention

By Matt Cantor,  Newser Staff

Posted Feb 9, 2009 10:47 AM CST

(Newser) – From churches to hair salons, Washington’s black institutions are gunning for the Obamas’ patronage, the Washington Post reports. Many in the largely black city feel a sense of camaraderie with the first couple—and know that making a connection with the town's hottest celebrities...   Read full story »

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