Posts Tagged ‘Race & Ethnicity’
Let’s Play ‘White Terrorist Bingo: Planned Parenthood Edition’
Have you noticed a difference between how the Planned Parenthood shooter is described and how other terrorists are portrayed? Franchesca Ramsey did, and she’s turned it into an enlightening round of Bingo.
Read MoreWhy Don’t People March for Black Women? This Woman Explains What We’re Missing
“No one showed up to march for Rekia Boyd.” Conversations about anti-black police violence tend to focus on men. Slam champion Porsha Olayiwola shares why we must stand up for black women and #SayHerName.
Read More4 Things You Need to Know Before Planning a Vacation to Hawaii
Your dreams of a Hawaii vacation might include pristine beaches and grass skirts. But your trip would be even better if you know the real history of Hawaii – and how to leave oppression out of your plans.
Read More5 Reasons Why ‘Bad Asians’ Rock and ‘Positive’ Racial Stereotypes Need to Go
Do you consider yourself a “bad” example of an Asian like this author does? Here’s why so-called “positive” stereotypes aren’t very positive at all – and what you need to know to stand up to them.
Read MoreWatch These 3 Amazing Poets Fight Assimilation Just By Talking About Their Names
“My name wasn’t given to me. It was given to the rest of the country.” You’ll never see a name as just a name after you witness this unforgettable, prize-winning performance.
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