Macy Gray Deserves All the Smoke for Her Transphobia
The singer should’ve just sat there and ate her rice
Race & Politics
Florida Outlaws Loud Car Audio, Which Is Definitely, Probably, Most Likely Targeting Black People
Reason #2845 not to visit the union’s most notorious state
America’s Unhealthy Relationship With Religion
The divide between church and state is crumbling. And the reason is all about power.
Miami Police Officer Claims Veiled Death Threat Is Merely Seat Belt Advice
Buckle up—your life depends on it
Men Should Be Louder Than Women in the Fight for Abortion Rights
Honestly, they didn't create this problem
American Women’s Bodies Are Under Attack. Here’s How You Can Help.
The Supreme Court’s overturning of Roe v. Wade affects us all. These organizations are fighting back.
The Supreme Court Doesn’t Give a Fuck About Gun Control
Today's ruling on New York's concealed carry law makes that perfectly clear
A White People's Guide to Not Making an Ass of Yourself This Juneteenth
Forward this to the festive, well-meaning Caucasian in your crew
Instead of the Economic Justice You Asked For, Here's One Paid Vacation Day
Happy Juneteenth, from your company's CEO ✊🏻
What You Can Learn From Lizzo’s “GRRRLS” Controversy
When you inadvertently say something offensive, the best move is to take accountability and take action
Republican Attempts to Ban Children From Attending Drag Shows Aren’t Only Dumb — They’re Dangerous
The backlash is indicative of the GOP’s unwavering opposition to the LGBTQ+ community
Why Do Detainees Keep Dying in This Baton Rouge Jail?
In one decade, 45 people died in East Baton Rouge Parish Prison. Most were charged with nonviolent misdemeanors. Most didn’t have their day in court. Most were Black. How did the system fail them?
White People Should Have to Work on Juneteenth
America’s newest national holiday deserves exclusive access. Sorry not sorry.
An Open Letter to the So-Called Good Cop
It’s becoming increasingly difficult to validate your existence
America Is Failing George Floyd
One year after Floyd’s murder, we’re still awaiting actual justice and…
People Are Still Dying From Covid-19, So Why Is America Reopening?
Four words: Acceptable rate of loss
When Exactly Did America Stop Being Racist?
By refusing to cop to ingrained oppression in the U.S…
‘The Falcon and the Winter Soldier’ Sends the Wrong Message About Being Black in America
The Marvel series finale undermines its own bold stab at systemic racism
An Unimpeachable Critique of Joe Biden’s First 100 Days
I’m not dead, so I guess things are going okay
Lori Lightfoot Can’t Use Her Identity to Shield Criticism
The Chicago mayor needs to get real about about her ineffective leadership
The Futility of Seeking Justice After Police Murder
I can’t find solace in Derek Chauvin’s guilty…
Prince Told the Truth About America Through His Music
Five years after the icon’s death, a deep dive…
Amazon’s ‘Them’ Is Visual Terrorism
Representation isn’t reason enough to depict Black trauma on television
We Need Political Solutions to End Police Violence
Daunte Wright’s death is yet another infuriating…
White Privilege Won’t Save Matt Gaetz
Try as he might, the Florida congressman will face the…
Don’t Talk to Me About Racism if You Don’t Know Earth, Wind & Fire’s Catalog
It’s time for a musical litmus test for enlightment
Can We Just Fast-Forward to the Part Where the Democrats Kill the Filibuster?
It’s the only way a…
Lil Nas X’s ‘Montero’ Video Isn’t Shock Art — It’s a Mirror
What you see in the artist’s latest is a…
One Thing That’s Not Fake About Pro Wrestling: The Racism
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The Capitol Raid Being Adapted for Television Is Capitalism at Its Ugliest
Showtime turning the siege…