racism
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Dialogue and Opinion
On Male Birth Control: Whiny Men Aren’t the Problem, Invalidating Women Is
No one should have to experience the adverse effects that these studies entail, but even today, it still takes a…
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Dialogue and Opinion
An Open Letter to Zumba Moms
You are great at creating a unique space for female empowerment through exercise. For that, I want to say thank…
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Dialogue and Opinion
Braids in the Workplace
My “black” hairstyle is in no way a reflection of my work ethic, skills, or qualifications as an employee.
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Entertainment
Why “Zootopia” is the Societal Critique Americans Need to See
While art is transformative, it by no means provides absolute salvation. “Zootopia” is not the solution to these problems, but…
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Entertainment
“I Could Do This All Day”: A Critical Analysis of “Civil War”
While generally well-received, "Captain America: Civil War" was ultimately (and unsurprisingly) disappointing in some aspects, continuing Marvel Studios’ pattern of…
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Feminism 101
Feminism 101: What Are Microaggressions?
Making the effort to learn about and recognize microaggressions for what they are when they occur is a crucial first…
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Dialogue and Opinion
You Are Not Colorblind
What white people claiming colorblindness don’t seem to realize is that their claim is ignorant and dangerous, and just as…
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Dialogue and Opinion
Rioting Can Be Such a Riot!
As the majority of the crowd rioting was white, the reactions of the police and media were saddening, but not…
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Entertainment
Book Recommendation: Claudia Rankine’s “Citizen: An American Lyric”
“Because white men can’t police their imagination, black men are dying.”
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Entertainment
So This is How Liberty Dies: Racism and Sexism in Star Wars
The re-awakening of the Star Wars movies with this December’s release of The Force Awakens has been thrilling for fans.…
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