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Literary Life Lessons From 5 Extraordinary Black Female Protagonists

Literature provides space for Black women to see happiness and triumph.

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We Need A Re-Education: On Making Racist "Jokes"

It’s not okay to say racist things as long as the subject of our racism is not in ear shot.

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Michelle Rodriguez Is Right (And Wrong) About Race And Superheroes

Rodriguez is confused when she says that people want her to steal white people's superheroes. But she also has a point.

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We Must Lift Up The Names Of Black Girls And Women

We must not ignore or downplay the dangers that Black women, including trans women, face at the hands of police officers.

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We Must Lift Up The Names Of Black Girls And Women

We must not ignore or downplay the dangers that Black women, including trans women, face at the hands of police officers.

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Why Is Everyone So Scared Of Rock Music's Mixed-Race Roots?

The founder of the brilliant fyeahblackrockmusic Tumblr talks racial politics, Kelis, and . . . the Doobie Brothers?

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Oscars Voter Raises Question: What Does A Racist Look Like?

According to an Academy Awards voter, the right sort of people, with the right sort of education and connections, can't be racist.

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Shit My (Non-Biological) Kids Say About Race And Gender

Shutting the door on kids who don't fall within the confines of "the norm" is not a viable option.

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