• So what do you think? Was Oprah happy to see Sidney Poitier at Tyler Perry's studio opening this weekend, or what? [N&V]

• Is Extreme Makeover: Home Edition a foreclosure magnet? [PH]

• Busta Rhymes is filing a complaint against UK cops for being a little extra during a recent trip abroad. [AHH]

• Beyonce was inducted into the International Pediatric Hall of Fame this weekend. Okay. [C&D]

• Just when you think VH1 can't stoop any lower… [CL]

So, Obama may have this thing locked, huh? 'Bout time, especially since TV, movies and theater have known for decades that black men are great in positions of power. Not only is our physical presence in high offices different, therefore inherently unsettling and humbling, our skin tone goes great with the luxurious leather chairs on which VIPs perch.

After the jump, some of our favorite authoritative black men from throughout the years. (Sorry, ladies, we'll get you next time.) Check them out, and please be vocal with your agreement or displeasure.

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