That headline’s worth more than 408 words.
That headline’s worth more than 408 words.
“This Is America” was released on May 6, 2018. Drake responds on July 6, 2023, five years later.
Disney will not be able to compete with the new era of media. Every news/sports platform has moved away from reporting to punditry, which has opened the door for independents with their own star power and connections to box out mainstream media companies. The public will eat this up because they would rather hear…
Many writers, readers, and commenters of The Root right now.
Nothing cancels a brand better than giving it headlines.
Great statement. Powerfully succinct. 10/10.
No clarification needed. I read the article. If her employer has used this as a reason to terminate her employment, that’s their prerogative. Their actions aren’t going to sway my opinion on what this woman said.
“My point is that apparently it’s not okay for whites to use “Black-owned” language. So, while some whites try to integrate Black colloquialisms into mainstream conversation, it is roundly chastised by the Black community.”
I remember the “Nigger Guy” episode of South Park, and all the white people who expressed their rage over the use of the word in the episode. And Black people were like, “That shit was funny.” It’s about context, even when Black people say it.
Michael Jordan is well-known to be an asshole.
Just in case you need a reminder of how absolutely amazing we are, check out the billionaire Black Excellence of Jay-Z, Rihanna, Oprah, Tyler Perry and others.
Y’all need to go back and redo this. You’ve neglected to include probably the baddest badass Black woman in cinematic history.
What the fuck happened to this site? When did it become Black Jezebel?
Breaking News: Trevor Noah discovers the court of public opinion.
I bought my first NFT ebook. I own it. I can sell it or lend it. It’s my property.
Meters can be located inside old houses and in meter rooms. It used to be the best way to keep older meters and wiring from being exposed to the elements. Modern meters have better casings and less moving parts so they can go outside without concern for damages.
I remember “flaming” and similar words were swears liberally used by some characters to make them appear unrefined or uncouth. These swears were used in Mat’s gambling circles and by low-ranked recruits, but avoided by any women with the slightest distinction.
Everybody wanted their Szechuan sauce.