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Could Light-Skinned Women Ever Be the Subject of a Documentary like “Dark Girls”?
Should the experience of light-skinned black women be the subject of a documentary like “Dark Girls”?
Leticia Van De Putte: The Texas Unsung Hero
Like every other politic nerd I’ve been following what’s happening in Texas pretty closely. For those that don’t know, Texas’ legislator is trying to pass one of the strictest anti-abortion laws in the country; a ban on abortions past 20 weeks.
Laywer for Trayvon Martin’s Family Speaks Out on Jury Selection and Equal Justice
Benjamin Crump – the family lawyer for the Trayvon Martin family – has spoken out on the jury selection process for the the George Zimmerman trial: “And with the make-up of this jury, five White women and one Hispanic, it’s gonna be the question can every American get equal justice no matter who sits on your jury.”
All-Female Jury Selected for Zimmerman Trial; 5 White Women, 1 Minority
An all-female jury has been selected for the trial of George Zimmerman.It will be comprised of 5 white women, and 1 minority woman.
Serena Williams’ Body Compared to a “Monster Truck” in Rolling Stone Interview
A recent Rolling Stone interview with Serena Williams raised some eyebrows when the writer compared Serena Williams’ body to a monster truck.
Lessons Learned from Attending a Predominately White Institution
In just a few days, I will be graduating from one of the most “prestigious” universities in the country. This act will place me in a legacy of Black and Brown kids who graduated from institutions that have no true understandings of difference and inclusion, despite whatever their liberal mission statements may boast about. However, […]
Issa Rae Set to Play Nina Simone in Lorraine Hansberry Biopic
A biopic based on the life of famed playwright Lorraine Hansberry is in the works. Details are a bit scarce, a few interesting ones have emerged. Jaleel White has been cast as the legendary James Baldwin. And Awkward Black Girl creator Issa Rae is set to play Nina Simone.
Spotlighting Women of Color on Forbes’ “Most Powerful Women” List
Forbes has released its annual “Most Powerful Women” list, and we are so proud of the many women of color who made the cut. Congratulations to all of these incredible and inspirational women!
Bronx “Ghetto” Bus Tour Shut Down After Outrage
After widespread outrage and a petition campaign, the Real Bronx Tour – which claimed to take customers on a tour of the Bronx to learn what a “real ghetto” looks like – has been shut down.
Pres. Obama’s Morehouse Commencement Speech Raises Eyebrows
In a rousing commencement speech at Morehouse College, President Obama urged the graduates to use their degrees and ambitious to give back to the community and help the less fortunate.
Chicago Violence: 2 Killed, 11 Wounded in Overnight Shootings
Unfortunately, as the temperature rises in the Windy City, so does instances of violence. Thirteen people were wounded, two of them fatally, in the past 24 hours. Terrible, tragic news. Our thoughts and prayers are with everyone impacted by this recent spate of violence.
Designer Aamna Aqeel Under Fire for Racist “Be My Slave” Photo Set
Pakistani designer Aamna Aqeel’s latest fashion spread is facing fierce criticism for depicting a dark-skinned slave boy catering to the needs of a well-dressed white woman.