Harlem Mom Petitions Mattel for Black Barbie Swag

When Harlem mother Karen Braithwaite went hunting for party supplies for the “Black Barbie” theme party her daughter wanted for her 5th birthday, she couldn’t find anything . Suggested Reading The Most Outrageous ‘America’s Next Top Model’ Moments Why Even Trump Likely Realizes Alex Pretti’s Death Was Too Far Florida Politician’s Career Is Cooked After…

When Harlem mother Karen Braithwaite went hunting for party supplies for the “Black Barbie” theme party her daughter wanted for her 5th birthday, she couldn’t find anything .

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Although Mattel offers diverse Barbie dolls, she couldn’t find the cups, tablecloths, napkins, banners and decorations she needed for her daughter’s party.

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