Skip to main content

The context you need, when you need it

When news breaks, you need to understand what actually matters — and what to do about it. At Vox, our mission to help you make sense of the world has never been more vital. But we can’t do it on our own.

We rely on readers like you to fund our journalism. Will you support our work and become a Vox Member today?

Join now
Victoria M. Massie

Victoria M. Massie

Former Race & Identities Reporter

    Latest articles by Victoria M. Massie

    Politics
    Why are people still defending slavery in America? 5 common excuses, debunked.Why are people still defending slavery in America? 5 common excuses, debunked.
    Politics

    From Bill O’Reilly’s “slaves were well-fed” to the myth of Irish slaves.

    By Victoria M. Massie
    After fierce criticism, Airbnb is finally trying to stop discrimination
    Technology

    Airbnb will expand instant booking and deemphasize profile pictures.

    By Victoria M. Massie
    A new strategy to stop Kaepernick-inspired protests: play the national anthem when no one’s around
    Sports

    Megan Rapinoe wasn’t allowed to protest with Colin Kaepernick. That only proves his point.

    By Victoria M. Massie
    Criminal Justice
    Darren Seals, a Ferguson protester, found dead in burned vehicle in St. Louis suburbDarren Seals, a Ferguson protester, found dead in burned vehicle in St. Louis suburb
    Criminal Justice

    Seals fought to educate people on police brutality and for black voters not to blindly align with Democrats.

    By Victoria M. Massie
    Comedian Franchesca Ramsey breaks down why digital media is so important for creators of color
    Culture

    “Our frustration comes from not being able to tell our own stories.”

    By Victoria M. Massie
    8 people who have defended Colin Kaepernick’s right to protest, from President Obama to 49ers fans
    Play
    Politics

    Here’s a list of people amplifying Kaepernick’s message.

    By Victoria M. Massie
    Colin Kaepernick joined by 49ers teammate Eric Reid in latest protest against racism
    Culture

    The 49ers quarterback isn’t backing down.

    By Victoria M. Massie
    Georgetown University takes an unprecedented step to make amends for slavery
    Politics

    Many American colleges were built by slavery. None have ever offered amends directly to slaves’ families.

    By Victoria M. Massie
    Politics
    Democrats are embracing Black Lives Matter. But a leaked memo puts their motivations into question.Democrats are embracing Black Lives Matter. But a leaked memo puts their motivations into question.
    Politics

    The memo puts even more pressure on Democrats to stick to their word.

    By Victoria M. Massie
    Politics
    Why Colin Kaepernick calling out racism isn’t anti-militaryWhy Colin Kaepernick calling out racism isn’t anti-military
    Politics

    Serving in the military has never saved black people from racism.

    By Victoria M. Massie