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Last weekend, Melissa Harris-Perry's eponymous weekend program debuted with a bang. Harris-Perry's experience as a regular contributor on MSNBC shows surely helped the new host control her nerves and deliver a great first episode. 

At the start of the premiere episode, Harris-Perry spoke up in rebuke of women who defended Chris Brown's assault on his ex-girlfriend, Rihanna. “This has real consequences, especially in African American communities. AIDS is now the leading cause of death for African American women ages 25 to 34, and most infections come from unprotected sex.” Harris-Perry stressed that women must be strong and not allow themselves remain in abusive relationships.

Viewers and critics alike were impressed. Latoya Peterson, the District-based editor of the Web site Racialicious, which analyzes pop culture and politics through the prism of progressive racial politics said of Harris-Perry, "Not many African American women are given the chance to anchor their own shows or carve out a space to have really intelligent racial and gender conversations based on the strength of their intellect and opinion. It’s almost a transformational opportunity — it’s hers to mold and shape. It’s kind of unprecedented.”

Melissa Harris-Perry's willingness to include an array of diverse guests is what sets her show apart. Black or white, man or woman-- anyone is welcome to contribute.

Despite all the excitement surrounding Melissa Harris-Perry's new show, there is one young lady who is unimpressed: Harris-Perry's daughter, Parker. Harris-Perry's husband explained, "Parker has seen her mother on TV many, many times. This is nothing unusual for her."

Read the story in full here and check out Melissa Harris-Perry on MSNBC Saturdays and Sundays from 10AM to noon ET.