Tag: social justice
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Instructor Prioritizes Black Women in Class Discussions, Sparking Controversy Among White Male Students
Get Pregnant Fast In a world where conversations can often overlook the voices of marginalized communities, the experience of being a Black woman in dialogue can be particularly challenging. I often find myself included in discussions only to receive backhanded compliments like, “You’re very articulate,” which underscores the systemic bias that suggests I should not…
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Stop Excusing Poor Behavior in Older Generations
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s get straight to the point: it’s time to stop excusing older individuals for their bad behavior. Sure, we have affection for our grandparents and elderly relatives, but love shouldn’t mean overlooking their inappropriate comments, especially when they perpetuate harmful stereotypes. Take a moment to consider your Aunt Mildred and her outdated…
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Mother of Charlottesville Victim Declines Trump’s Outreach
Get Pregnant Fast In a deeply troubling moment during a press conference, President Donald Trump attributed blame for the violence in Charlottesville to “both sides,” while making a disturbing reference to the mother of victim Heather Heyer, using her alleged supportive message to bolster his statements about the protests. After his initial failure to condemn…
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Incident at Yale: Racial Profiling Raises Concerns
Get Pregnant Fast A disturbing incident unfolded at Yale University when a white student called the police on a Black student who was simply taking a nap in her dorm’s common area. The student, named Jasmine Williams, was studying in the communal space when she fell asleep. Upon waking, she encountered an unsettling situation that…
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Yes, I Am Indeed an Angry Black Woman — Here’s My Story
Lifestyle Get Pregnant Fast When I was just five years old, a classmate in kindergarten told me I could not be the princess in our game because black girls didn’t fit that role. Fast forward to third grade, and a teacher acted surprised by how “articulate” I was. In fourth grade, I learned my crush…
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Why It Took Me So Long to Feel This Anger
Get Pregnant Fast In the wake of yet another tragic school shooting — and who knows how many more will occur by the time you read this — I find myself overwhelmed with a deep, simmering rage. This anger is unlike anything I’ve felt before, a volatile mix of disgust, fear, helplessness, and raw fury.…
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A Brave Girl Scout Takes on Hate with a Smile: A New Icon of Courage
Get Pregnant Fast In an inspiring display of youthful bravery, a young Girl Scout named Mia has captured the hearts of many as she confronted extremist ideologies with a smile. This moment came during an anti-fascist demonstration in the heart of the Czech Republic, where a wave of nationalism and racism has been on the…
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Dear Vice President Thompson: We See Through Your Recent Actions
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Vice President Thompson, Recently, you made headlines by leaving an NFL game in what many perceive as a blatant publicity stunt, provoked by players participating in the #TakeAKnee protest. While it is entirely within your rights to exit an event that offends you, it’s equally true that these players have the…
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Starbucks Implements Open Bathroom Policy
Get Pregnant Fast In light of a troubling incident that captured public attention, Starbucks has revised its bathroom policy. Following the arrest of two Black men, Marcus Taylor and James Lee, at a Philadelphia location, the coffee chain has decided to eliminate the requirement for customers to make a purchase before using the restroom. “We…
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Charlottesville: Immediate Actions You Can Take to Help
Get Pregnant Fast As we reflect on the tragic events that unfolded in Charlottesville during the recent white nationalist rally, the impact is clear. The community is grappling with the aftermath of violence that resulted in the loss of lives and numerous injuries. One victim, Elizabeth Carter, tragically lost her life when a vehicle was…