Why an Empathetic Black Reporter Sparked Backlash in Sports Media
Recent interviews reveal double standard in how Black journalists are treated versus their white peers.
‘One Battle After Another’ is a Well Made Movie… With Racist Themes
OPINION: Paul Thomas Anderson is married to a Black woman. He should know better than to make a movie like this.
Before You Step Into 2026, Do You Understand Your Assignment? Here’s Some Help.
Before the ball drops on 2026, you still have time to figure out your assignment for the new year.
Nicki Minaj’s MAGA Support Shouldn’t Surprise You: Her True Colors Have Been Visible for Years
Nicki Minaj’s recent MAGA alignment has some Black folks shocked and calling her crazy for the sudden move, but her behavior over the years has consistently foreshadowed her political leanings.
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The Root’s Clapback Mailbag: Was It Something I Said?
Each Friday, we clap back at readers’ emails, DMs, tweets and messages. We do it because we care.
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18 Months After George Floyd’s Murder, Minneapolis to Vote on an Expanded Public Safety System
#YesOn2 provides a public health approach to public safety.
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In Defense of Cancel Culture…and Dave Chappelle
Dave Chappelle’s defiant defense of his Netflix special shows why cancel culture is actually a good thing.
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The Root’s Clapback Mailbag: I’ll Try It Your Way
Each Friday, we clap back at readers’ emails, DMs, tweets and messages. We do it because we care.