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17 Unsung Heroes of Black Lives Matter
In 2013, after George Zimmerman was acquitted in the shooting death of Trayvon Martin, the U.S. justice system sent a message to the black community: You don’t matter. The black community responded to that message by organizing a powerful movement that is forcing the world to acknowledge that black lives do matter. Black Lives Matter…
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5 Gift Alternatives so You’ll Spend #Not1Dime This Holiday
The holidays are upon us, and the coquito-infused ugly-sweater parties are in full effect. This is the time of year when we are all a little “extra.” We eat, drink and even spend more than we typically do. But this year might be a little different. In support of the call for “justice or else,”…
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An Open Letter to the Black Pastors Who Met With Donald Trump
Dear Pastors, My least favorite thing about nonspoken forms of communication is the room for misunderstanding that comes from not being able to detect the tone of a person. Please allow me to minimize the possibility of a misinterpretation by first outlining exactly how I feel. I am angry, disappointed, slightly confused and fully embarrassed.…
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‘You’re Beautiful, Successful and Educated’ and Waiting on a Man in Prison
Sometimes, taking off your mask is the hardest challenge you will face in life. The allure of wearing a mask is the false sense of protection it promises. It shields your true feelings while providing an image that doesn’t fracture the world’s perception of you. The problem with wearing a mask is that you…
Black News and Black Views with a Whole Lotta Attitude
