clarence thomas
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Clarence Thomas Proves That He’s Still Alive and Willing to Do Trump’s Dirty Work
Every now and then, Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas does something to remind us, the viewing public, that he’s still alive. In 2006, the stoic and curmudgeonly old black man coughed. In 2007, he raised an eyebrow. In 2010, he moved his hand to wipe something from his mouth. It is believed that the thing…
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Georgia College Students Circulate Petition to Have Clarence Thomas’ Name Removed From Building
There may never be a full reckoning for prominent men in the public eye accused of sexual assault and rape, such as Kobe Bryant, R. Kelly or Nate Parker. But in a time where those harmed by the deeds of such men are coming forward—in addition to this being an era in which college buildings…
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Anita Hill to Joe Biden: I’m Good Luv, Enjoy
Everyone is talking about Judge Brett Kavanaugh and the impending testimony of Christine Blasey Ford, the woman who has accused him of sexually assaulting her when they were teenagers. As Donald Trump’s pick to replace Anthony Kennedy on the U.S. Supreme Court, Kavanaugh has had his confirmation process interrupted by the accusation. Blasey Ford is…
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The 10 Ashiest People In America, Ranked
Conservative politics and perpetually chapped lips are a clear sign of lotion avoidance. Also, I’m looking forward to the day when his brother in conservatism and chap, Paris Dennard, joins him on the list. His first hit single, “How To Rob,” was basically an ashy nigga’s Koran, and he’s been doubling down on ash ever…
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Supreme Court Punts on Partisan Gerrymandering as Neil Gorsuch and Clarence Thomas Set Sights on Dismantling Voting Rights Act
On Monday, the Supreme Court made two notable decisions related to voting and voting rights that promise major ramifications for the 2018 midterms and beyond. SCOTUS booted a case on North Carolina’s politically gerrymandered districts back to a lower court Monday morning, asking the court to reconsider its previous decision, which found that the state’s…
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Anita Hill on the Weinstein Scandal: This Type of Shit Happens Every Day
One of the first faces of sexual harassment in the workplace (you’re welcome, white women), Anita Hill, now a professor of social policy, law and women’s studies at Brandeis University, has spoken out in light of this week’s unfolding Harvey Weinstein scandal, wherein dozens of women have come forward to say that the 65-year-old former…
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Leaked Emails Show Clarence Thomas’ Wife Supports Trump and His Muslim Ban: Report
Looks like Clarence Thomas’ wife is not only in support of the asshat-in-chief but actually sent out an email on a conservative Listserv trying to mobilize support around his policies. “What is the best way to, with minimal costs, set up a daily text capacity for a ground up-grassroots army for pro-Trump daily action items…
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Whiteness Wants Clarence Thomas to Have Prominent Place in National African-American Museum
I don’t think Sen. John Cornyn III (R-Texas) understands how this works. I could be wrong, but I don’t think you need a white sponsor to be inducted into the National Museum of African American History and Culture. In fact, I don’t think you get inducted, since it isn’t the Hall of Fame. I surely…
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Petition Started to Include Clarence Thomas in National African American Museum
This month marks the 25th anniversary of Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas’ arrival on the nation’s highest court. But the only mention of him that the recently opened National Museum of African American History and Culture in Washington, D.C., has is in reference to Anita Hill’s testimony against him regarding sexual harassment during his confirmation…
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Anita Hill Paved the Way for Donald Trump Accusers to Speak Their Truth
This month marks 25 years since Anita F. Hill sat before the Senate Judiciary Committee and testified about sexual harassment by then-Supreme Court hopeful Clarence Thomas. She testified about his commentary regarding her physical appearance and someone leaving a pubic hair on his soda can. It was shocking. Fast-forward to 2016, and here we are…