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The Evolution of Issa Rae
The director, producer, writer, and actress is calling out Hollywood for the rapid increase of canceling Black shows
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Emmy -Winning Actor Issa Rae Was Once “Crippled” By Credit Card Debt Before Becoming Famous
As a rising star, Rae found herself buried under credit card debt. But a loving gift from a family member helped her recover, and set her straight for good.
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Elizabeth Holmes Asking Trial Judge To Be Lenient Is Peak White Woman Behavior [UPDATED]
In a document filed Thursday, lawyers for the Theranos scammer requested that Holmes receive no jail time.
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Despite Other Public Splits, Here Are 18 Black Celeb Couples Still Standing Strong [Update]
While some Hollywood couples are falling apart, these Black couples are thriving.
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Trump Endorsed Michigan House Candidate Is Fine With Women Not Being Able To Vote
Republican Michigan House candidate John Gibbs started a thinktank in 2000 endorsing repealing the 19th amendment
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“Late-Term Abortion” is Not a Real Thing, So Why Do Politicians Keep Saying It?
Lindsey Graham’s new abortion ban calls abortions after 15 weeks “late-term.” The Root breaks down why that’s nonsense.
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bell hooks, Author, Educator and Feminist Icon, Dead at 69
The academic, activist and cultural critic died Wednesday at her home in Berea, Kentucky, surrounded by friends and family.
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NASA Astronaut Jessica Watkins Set to Make History as 1st Black Woman on International Space Crew
While many people of color have visited the space station, Watkins will become the first Black woman to do an extended stay at the international space station.
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Condoleezza Rice Walked so Candace Owens Could Tap Dance
The former secretary of state believes it’s time to moves past the Unseasoned’s insurrection on Jan. 6.