Tag: racism
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British Politician’s Partner Under Fire for Racist Remarks About Meghan Markle
Get Pregnant Fast A British politician is facing intense scrutiny following the emergence of racist text messages sent by his girlfriend regarding Meghan Markle. Richard Steel, a prominent figure in the UK Independence Party (UKIP), has been urged to resign after the inflammatory comments from his partner, 25-year-old model Chloe Hart, came to light. The…
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Senator Stands Up to Trump’s Offensive Remarks
Get Pregnant Fast In the midst of a tumultuous political landscape, it’s easy to feel disheartened by the actions and words of our leaders. Our current president has often displayed behavior that reeks of racism and dishonesty, leaving many Americans wondering if there are still politicians dedicated to advocating for our values. Thankfully, some representatives…
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School District Removes ‘To Kill A Mockingbird’ for Causing Discomfort
Get Pregnant Fast In a puzzling move reminiscent of less enlightened times, a school district has decided to ban the iconic novel To Kill A Mockingbird by Harper Lee. The reasoning behind this decision? It makes certain individuals “uncomfortable.” Ironically, that is precisely the purpose of literature—particularly one that tackles the heavy themes of racism…
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Anderson Cooper Condemns Trump’s Remarks While Holding Back Tears
Get Pregnant Fast In a deeply emotional moment, journalist Anderson Cooper firmly criticized President Trump’s recent derogatory comments about Haiti, El Salvador, and African nations, labeling them as “racist.” Despite the president’s history of inflammatory remarks, Cooper’s response struck a chord, especially given his profound connection to Haiti from numerous visits over the years. “Let…
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A Letter to My Family About Racism
Get Pregnant Fast This letter has been a long time in the making, and I must take responsibility for not having penned it sooner. I recognize that I have had the privilege to remain silent, but silence has never been an option I can afford any longer. I regret not having confronted the first instance…
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The Moment I Was Introduced to Racism: A Personal Story
Get Pregnant Fast Ask any Black individual, and they can often recount the first time they faced a racial slur. For me, that moment occurred when I was just 7 years old. I was at my friend Sarah’s house, a cheerful little girl with blonde hair and bright blue eyes. We played together frequently, but…
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Yearbook Page Featuring Racist Symbols Approved by Administrators: A Disturbing Oversight
Get Pregnant Fast In a shocking turn of events, an eighth-grade yearbook page at Computech Middle School in Fresno, California, was filled with racist symbols and somehow went unnoticed by school officials before printing. According to reports, the page, created by students who were unaware of the symbols’ meanings, included the Ku Klux Klan-associated “Blood…
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You Stood Up for Gender Equality. Now Stand Up for Racial Justice
Get Pregnant Fast In light of the #MeToo movement, I penned a note that gained significant traction on social media. With over 2,400 likes and 1,500 shares, it was evident that my message struck a chord. However, what many may not realize is that those words were adapted from a program I created aimed at…