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Herman Cain Isn't an 'Uncle Tom,' He's Rich
If you're calling the black GOP darling an Uncle Tom, you're no better than any other racist.
Technology
Why Your Race Matters on Ebay
A new study shows that if you're black and selling things on eBay, you should probably have your white friend hold the merchandise.
Culture
A Culture, Not a Costume: Remember to Avoid Blackface This Halloween
A new awareness campaign out of Ohio University seeks to eliminate the racism that often taints Halloween.
News
On 'Niggerhead': Rick Perry's Racist Camp Name Is Surprisingly Common
Whether you like it or not, the offensive name of Rick Perry's West Texas hunting camp certainly didn't originate with Perry himself.
News
The Racist Libyan Lynch Mobs You Probably Haven't Heard About
While the war in Libya continues, some anti-Gaddafi rebels have begun enacting oppression of their own.
Culture
Nivea's Racist Ad "Re-civilizes" a Black Man
Nivea's depiction of afros as "uncivilized" dredges up a nasty stereotype about black people.
Culture
Shut Up, Moby: How the "But I'm a Vegan" Problem Is Ruining Progressives
The techno grandaddy's recent bout of digital bigotry highlights a major issue among so-called liberals.
News
"If We Don't Riot, You Don't Listen to Us": The Case for Chaos
In April, 1,000 people turned out for a peaceful march in honor of a man who died during a police raid. Nobody listened to them.
Culture
The Death of TV News in One Horribly Racist Video
See the depths to which one Chicago news station sank in order to create a compelling news story.
Culture
Vintage Racism: The "We Don't Want Trouble" Defense Makes a Comeback
Want proof that "post-racial America" is a myth? Look no further than a timeworn racist excuse.
Culture
Yes, I'm Black; No, You Can't Touch My Hair
The schoolyard adage of "keep your hands to yourself" is a great lesson to keep in mind around black people's hair.
Culture
Now and Then: Sweet Valley High Vs. Gossip Girl
Today's "Now and Then" takes a trip to the white, skinny worlds —and unrealistic expectations —of Sweet Valley High and Gossip Girl.
Culture
Why Are People Still Having Weddings at Plantations Slaves Built?
Your wedding day is supposed to be the happiest day in your life. So what if your happiness depends on the historical persecution of black people?
Culture
Feelin' All White: The Economist Stages Yet Another All-White-Dude Panel
With its new white-dude "Ideas Arena," The Economist is just the latest publication to ignore the realities of our diverse world.
Culture
Light-Skinned Black Women Receive Shorter Prison Sentences Than Dark Women
A scary new study says a person's color, not just her race, is a factor in criminal sentencing.
News
Capital Stupidity: The Death Penalty Costs California $300 Million Per Execution
Not only is the death penalty racist, classist, and ultra-violent, a new study says it's tremendously wasteful, too.
Education
Are Early Interventions the Key to Ending the Black Male Education Crisis?
Scholars say we need to focus intervention efforts for black boys on pre-K through third grade, but the methods raise plenty of questions.
Culture
Can Biology Class Fight Racism? Doubtful.
Logically, the world would be less racist if we all knew we were 99.9 percent genetically similar. Of course, that's assuming racism is logical.
