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  • Five Reasons Why You Shouldn’t Leave “Sinners” Too Early

    Ryan Coogler and Michael B. Jordan’s new film is one of the most captivating films you’ll see all year.

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    William Ketchum






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    April 22, 2025
  • Here’s Why Lecrae Says The Movie ‘Sinners’ Is “Anti-Christian Propaganda! Is He Right?

    Here’s Why Lecrae Says The Movie ‘Sinners’ Is “Anti-Christian Propaganda! Is He Right?

    In several posts on Threads, Lecrae said that while he admires the the film’s visual creativity, he has issues with what he calls “anti-Christian propaganda.”

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    William Ketchum






    Published

    April 21, 2025
  • Asian TikTokers Are Talking about That ‘Grace’ Scene In In “Sinners”

    A pivotal decision by a supporting character has moviegoers buzzing mad.

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    William Ketchum






    Published

    April 21, 2025
  • Educators On Why Fewer Black Men Enrolling at HBCUs?

    After a New York Times report that found startling statistics, The Root spoke to educators for their take.

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    William Ketchum






    Published

    April 14, 2025
  • WTH: Why People With $50K Salaries Are Still Living in Homeless Shelters

    WTH: Why People With $50K Salaries Are Still Living in Homeless Shelters

    A lack of affordable housing options in New York City means that maintaining a job isn’t enough to have a place to live.

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    William Ketchum






    Published

    April 8, 2025
  • EXCLUSIVE: Kamala Harris’ Campaign Hopes These Two Edgy Ads Will Connect With Black Men

    The Harris-Walz campaign’s ad, “Unthinkable,” labels Trump as an “unhinged president.

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    William Ketchum






    Published

    November 1, 2024
  • The Harris-Walz Campaign Has Given Its Own Version of Trump’s “Concept of a Plan” For Healthcare

    The Democratic ticket’s new report offers sharp criticism against their Republican counterparts’ opposition to the Affordable Care Act.

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    William Ketchum






    Published

    September 30, 2024
  • Ahead of Super Bowl LIX, 13 of Kendrick Lamar’s Best Live Performances

    Ahead of Super Bowl LIX, 13 of Kendrick Lamar’s Best Live Performances

    His albums have him creeping up GOAT rapper lists, but he’s quietly one of the genre’s greatest performers as well.

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    William Ketchum






    Published

    September 12, 2024
  • Black America Reacts To Presidential Debate

    Black Internet praised Vice President Kamala Harris’ poise, and criticized former president Donald Trump’s unevenness.

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    William Ketchum






    Published

    September 10, 2024
  • What You Need To Know About The Donald Trump Assassination Attempt

    What You Need To Know About The Donald Trump Assassination Attempt

    After a night of chaos, details have surfaced about the shooter.

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    William Ketchum






    Published

    July 14, 2024
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