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Study: Public, police view black youth as older, less innocent than whites
New research released by the American Psychological Association reveals that both members of the public and law enforcement officials view black youth, particularly black boys, as less innocent than their white counterparts.
Study: Sleeping patterns of blacks unhealthy, worse than those of whites
According to a study released by the Harvard School for Public Health, black sleeping patterns are worse than those of their white counterparts. The study cites perceived or objective job discrimination, limited control over work demands and an increase in overall black workers’ stress as causes to lose hours of restorative sleep compared to white […]
‘They Are Still Our Slaves’ author breaks down the demise of black people, continued rise of whites to power
For years, we’ve seen letters claiming to be written by white, racist members of society who have the system of slavery. We may no longer be in chains, but we cannot deny the fact that in many ways, black people remain in bondage. The latest letter on keeping the black race inferior is one that […]
Black waitress fired for having highlights, whites allowed to
A black waitress, who was fired from Hooters for “improper image,” is suing the restaurant chain. 25-year-old Farryn Johnson says she was let go for having blonde highlights in her hair. She recently filed a complaint with the Maryland Commission on Civil Rights.
Study: People more empathetic towards whites than blacks
According to a recent study, people are more empathetic towards whites than blacks, especially regarding medical treatment or pain. The discovery is known as the “racial empathy gap.” It shows that people including medical personnel assume blacks feel less pain than whites.
Donald Trump Confused about Why Blacks Can Say ‘Cracker’ but Whites Can’t Use the N-word
In the wake of Charlie Rangel’s use of the term “cracker,” Donald Trump complained that African American Democrats can say “cracker”, but when a white person uses the N-word it’s a scandal: “If Charlie or whoever it was was a Republican and they made that statement, they’d be resigning from office right now”
REPORT: Whites Are Minority in Children Under 5 Years-Old
According to census data, nearly half of all children in the U.S. under the age of 5 years-old are minorities. Furthermore, whites are a minority among babies, and will be in the minority of children under the age of 18.
STUDY: Blacks Are Nearly 4 Times As Likely As Whites of Being Arrested for Pot Possession
According to the ACLU, whites and blacks use marijuana at the same rate. Yet, African Americans are nearly four times as likely to be arrested for marijuana possession. And on a state-by-state basis, this disparity is even higher.
POLL: 64 Percent of New Yorkers Say the NYPD Favors Whites
What a shock. According to a recent poll, 64 percent of New Yorkers say the NYPD favors whites over blacks.
STUDY: Black Youth Drink Less Than Whites; But Why?
According to a variety of studies, Black teens drink less alcohol than their white peers. ANd while the reason why remains unclear, a recent study suggests “racial differences in personality traits” explains this phenomenon. What do you think?
REPORT: Minorities Officially Surpass Whites in U.S. Births
According to the 2011 US Census, minorities have officially surpassed whites in U.S. births. Racial minorities now make up more than half of all births in the United States. Do you think race relations will improve or worsen as America grows more diverse?
White Principal Tells Black Students They Tested Worse Than Whites!
The principal of Germantown High School in Memphis, Tennessee is in hot water today after announcing to his students the results of standardized state test scores, breaking them down by race and socioeconomic status. The results made Black students appear “less smart” than their white counterparts. What do you think were the principals intentions? Could this ever be appropriate?