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Late Comedian’s Famous Joke About How Racism Keeps Poor People Divided Resonates Now More Than Ever

Comedian Ralphie May once made a joke that racism is hologram to keep poor folks fighting, and his words are truer than you might realize.

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‘Bad Boys: Ride or Die’ Stars Will Smith and Martin Lawrence Dish on What It Takes to be True Bad Boys

Samuel L. Jackson, John David and Malcolm Washington on ‘The Piano Lesson,’ Family and Legacy

Wayne Brady and Maile Brady Tell Us Who Choreographs Their Fun TikTok Dances

Morris Chestnut Tells Us What Song Always Gets Him to the Dance Floor and What You Better Not Bring to a Party at His House

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Exclusive: Touré Roberts, More Black Leaders, Celebs Share Life-Changing Lessons

The Root Exclusive Series: Black History Month was established 100 years ago, in February 1926. To commemorate this momentous occasion, 100 Black thought leaders and creators share their collective wisdom and insight for the culture in this ongoing series.

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Oliver “Power” Grant and Other Black Stars We Lost in 2026

NFL Star Shares Important, Heartbreaking Message Following Fellow Player’s Suicide

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All ‘The Wire’ Actors Who’ve Died Over the Years

With the recent losses of Bobby J. Brown and Isiah Whitlock Jr., we thought we’d take a look at some of ‘The Wire’s’ iconic actors who were gone too soon.

Black Actress Blames Harvard For Hair Nightmare

The Most Handsome & Brilliant Black Men From Every Era

The Worst Oscars Red Carpet Trainwrecks Over the Years

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All ‘The Wire’ Actors Who’ve Died Over the Years

With the recent losses of Bobby J. Brown and Isiah Whitlock Jr., we thought we’d take a look at some of ‘The Wire’s’ iconic actors who were gone too soon.

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