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How Black Americans Are Raising a Generation of Kids Who Don’t Understand Blackness

We have failed one generation of Black kids, and we must ensure we don't drop the ball on another.

Why Black Internet Has Had <i>Enough</i> of B. Simone's Antics

Why Black Internet Has Had Enough of B. Simone’s Antics

Her latest episode of "Let's Try This Again" podcast has people analyzing her personal and business approach and she is going out sad.

Entertainment Opinion

Gorgeous Blue Ivy Still Has Her Father’s Face, So Why Are Fans Pretending She’s Beyonce’s Twin?

Y’all Dragged Blue Ivy for Years — Now She’s Dancing on Your Doubt

Cardi B, Offset and the <i>Real</i> Reasons Celebrities Recycle Each Others' Partners

Opinion

Cardi B, Offset and the Real Reasons Celebrities Recycle Each Others’ Partners

If you're following the escapades of Cardi B and Offset, the still-married, yet separated couple, you likely know that Cardi B has been stepping out with NFL player Stefon Diggs. After years of rumors of Offset cheating, it's quite apparent that Cardi B has had enough, but Offset may or

Opinion

Auntie Unfiltered, Bevy Smith, and the Joys of Finding Yourself After 40

I had a ball during my 20s and 30s. I did all the shit you are “supposed” to do as a young adult during the 90s and early 2000s. I went to Freaknik, Myrtle Beach Bike Week, Vegas, Palm Springs, the Bahamas, Mexico and various other destinations; I got drunk and high with my friends…

By

Monique Judge

Published

June 4, 2021
Opinion, Opinion

High on the Hog Is the Most Satisfying Meal on TV. Let's Dig In, Shall We?

For as long I can remember, gumbo has been the meal of choice every year, every Christmas. Thanks to my Mama’s Louisiana upbringing, her gumbo has often brought all the folks to our yard and kitchen table over the years because it’s just that damn good. However, no matter how many times she’s made it,…

By

Shanelle Genai

Published

June 3, 2021
Opinion, Some Thoughts

Sorry, Portland, But Y'all Don't Deserve Dame Lillard

In high school, there are two words that anyone who actually gives a shit about their GPA fears more than death itself: group project. I have vivid memories of sacrificing my evenings to bust my ass and complete a group presentation, only to discover that the idiots I was cursed with barely lifted a finger…

By

Jay Connor

Published

June 2, 2021
Opinion, Wypipo

Kamala Harris Tweets 'Enjoy the Long Weekend' and White People Who Call Other People 'Snowflakes' Got Reeeaally Triggered

Let’s be very real about one thing: For all of their claims that liberals are easily offended “snowflakes,” white conservatives are undoubtedly the most overly sensitive, perpetually triggered, crying-over-nothing-est people in the world. They don’t see it as snowflake-dom because the things they bitch about are things that revolve around their personal values. But when…

By

Zack Linly

Published

May 31, 2021
Clapback/Mailbag, Opinion

The Root's Clapback Mailbag: Reverse Clapbacks

Answering emails, tweets and DMs from pissed-off readers can take a huge toll on a person’s psyche, but what about me? Who’s there for me when I need a response? Who can I run to, to fill this empty space with laughter? Who can I run to, when I need love? Our readers, that’s who.…

By

Michael Harriot

Published

May 28, 2021
Opinion

7 Rules for White People With Black Friends

If you’re here, that means you probably have a newly acquired black friend and you are looking for a few tips.

By

Michael Harriot

Published

April 5, 2018