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The Ease of Dylann Roof
As a white man living in America, Dylann Roof was confident he would be safe and protected throughout his trial, a protection that black people are routinely denied.
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Why “The Walking Dead” Has Become Fanfiction’s Muse
From The Walking Dead to The Flash, fanfiction adds necessary nuance to the narratives of black women onscreen – thanks to the black women who are writing these stories.
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What Is America So Afraid Of?
The most surprising thing about last night’s result is that it wasn’t a surprise. Travelling around the country in 2016 gave me plenty of signals as to where America was headed.
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33 Amazing Gifts Every Black Girl Will Want To Keep For Herself
Especially if that girl is you.
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Fear And Loathing At The Last Presidential Debate
“I think that they’re being childish, and they’re not addressing the real issues, they’re fighting each other.”
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What Was Not Said In Sunday Night’s Nasty Presidential Debate
In the second presidential debate, the bloodhounds discarded their party frocks.
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Where Were The Women In The Vice Presidential Debate?
Does it matter that the fate of women, and their bodies came so late (and so fleetingly) in the game?
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“A Seat At The Table” Contemplates Black Life’s Contradictions
A Seat at the Table provides solace for our fatigue.
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Was America Swayed By Last Night’s Debates?
The jabs were there. But were they too soft?
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Why The Rom-Com Bitch Should Evolve Herself Into Retirement
Pride and Prejudice’s Caroline Bingley bitch trope has shaped romantic comedy for centuries. It’s time to rethink her as a plot device.
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How “Two Can Play That Game” Flipped The Script For Black Rom-Coms
Fifteen years after the glossy battle of the sexes rom-com was released, we spoke to members of the cast and crew about how the film came to be, how it opened doors for a generation of black entertainers – and an iconic ponytail GIF even politicians use.
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13 Shows Literally Anyone Should Make Starring Black Women
Drama, comedy, period pieces and even a remake of Pride and Prejudice. FREE IDEAS! You’re welcome.
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Turns Out The Best Stories About African Immigrants Are Written By African Immigrants
Imbolo Mbue’s new novel Behold the Dreamers joins Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie’s Americanah in illustrating just why it’s important for immigrants to tell their own stories.
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24 Songs To Help You Hold Onto Summer As Long As Humanly Possible
It’s August. Hold onto it as long you can.
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What A British Woman Learned About America During The Conventions
Culture writer Bim Adewunmi has reported from the Democratic National Convention all week. Last week, she reported from the Republican National Convention. Read her other installments here.
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The DNC Is Almost Over But Are We Convinced?
Culture writer Bim Adewunmi will be reporting from the Democratic National Convention all week. Last week, she reported from the Republican National Convention. Read her other installments here.
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Our Favorite Salesman Bill Clinton Wants To Sell You On Hillary
Culture writer Bim Adewunmi will be reporting from the Democratic National Convention all week. Last week, she reported from the Republican National Convention. Read her other installments here.
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Splitting The Vote Or Finding Compromise At The DNC
Culture writer Bim Adewunmi will be reporting from the Democratic National Convention all week. Last week, she reported from the Republican National Convention. Read her other installments here.
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Donald Trump’s Scary Allure
In Culture Writer Bim Adewunmi’s last installment from the RNC, she finally comes face to face with the Republican nominee. Read her other installments here.
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In Which A British Woman Considers The American Flag
Culture writer Bim Adewunmi will be reporting from the Republican National Convention all week. Read her other installments here.
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