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Race Archive

Archives for June 2016

Criminal Justice
Americans are split on “reverse racism.” That still doesn’t mean it exists.Americans are split on “reverse racism.” That still doesn’t mean it exists.
Criminal Justice

A new study shows belief in “reverse racism” is on the rise.

By Victoria M. Massie
Culture
9 times Jesse Williams eviscerated racism — from cultural appropriation to white fragility9 times Jesse Williams eviscerated racism — from cultural appropriation to white fragility
Culture

“It’s racial because it doesn’t happen to white people.”

By Victoria M. Massie
Criminal Justice
Why Black Lives Matter just pulled out of San Francisco PrideWhy Black Lives Matter just pulled out of San Francisco Pride
Criminal Justice

San Francisco Pride increased policing in the wake of Orlando, disproportionately alienating LGBTQ people of color.

By Victoria M. Massie
Politics
What Jasmine Richards’s “lynching” conviction means for the Black Lives Matter movementWhat Jasmine Richards’s “lynching” conviction means for the Black Lives Matter movement
Politics

Jasmine Richards is the first African American in American history charged for felony “lynching.”

By Victoria M. Massie
CNN Trump supporter Jeffrey Lord: up is down, day is night, Trump is fighting against racism
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Politics
Trump: I’m sorry you thought my racism against Judge Curiel was racistTrump: I’m sorry you thought my racism against Judge Curiel was racist
Politics

Trump’s non-apology apology still casually questions the loyalty of millions of Americans, but who’s counting?

By Dara Lind
Politics
Paul Ryan says Trump’s judge comments are “textbook” racism — but he’s still backing TrumpPaul Ryan says Trump’s judge comments are “textbook” racism — but he’s still backing Trump
Politics

“Do I believe that Hillary Clinton is the answer? No, I do not.”

By Andrew Prokop
Politics
Republicans have a new Hispanic communications director. She’s repeatedly insulted Trump.Republicans have a new Hispanic communications director. She’s repeatedly insulted Trump.
Politics

“For me, Donald Trump doesn’t represent the Republican Party.”

By German Lopez

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