Street Art: Good or Bad Art?
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Dramageddon: The Controversy That Broke YouTube
What could some catty drama from beauty influencers shows us about the shift in modern parasocial relationships? A lot...…
Environmental and Racial Injustice Bleed Out in the Southern Regions of “Sing, Unburied, Sing”
“Sing, Unburied, Sing” is a timeless piece of fiction that everyone should read, and here’s why.…
LGBTQ+ Owned Brands To Support During Pride Month and All Year Long
From underwear to makeup to clothing to candles, these five companies offer year-round shopping opportunities that support the queer community.…
CHOP, Seattle’s Newest Community for Protestors, Elicits Mixed Reactions
The Capitol Hill Occupied Protest came about after demonstrators successfully evicted the police from the neighborhood. Now, the city is pushing to dismantle it.…
Trevor Noah Says It Best in His Memoir ‘Born a Crime’: Racism Is Stupid
In this memoir, the comedian uses his personal experiences in South Africa and the U.S. to outline the fundamental irrationality behind racism — and why it continues to flourish.…
10 Films That Can Help You Learn About Systemic Racism
Here's a starting point for educating yourself about the history and effects of racial inequality in the United States.…
5 LGBTQ+ Brands To Check Out and Support This Pride Month
From breaking down barriers in the jewelry industry to crafting candles named after famous pop culture witches, these LGBTQ+ brands are worth buying from.…
Black Lives Matter Is Showing That Pro Sports Needs Structural Change
The BLM movement is confronting racism in American athletic leagues, but little is being done to change the roots of these organizations.…
Digital Playlists Mark the Sounds of a Social Revolution
Whether overtly political like Rachel Cargle's 'Revolution Playlist,' or just something you made for a friend, playlists can function as spaces to heal, resist and connect.…
How ‘The Legend of Korra’ Confronts Systemic Oppression — And Fails
The Black Lives Matter movement contextualizes and highlights the botched themes of the sequel to the beloved 'Avatar: The Last Airbender.'…
10 Instagram Accounts To Follow That Center Black Voices and Issues
Keep your feed filled with content about the Black Lives Matter movement, and see the impact and value of Black creators.…
What Defunding the Police Would Mean for Our Society
With studies showing education and mental health intervention yield lower crime rates, is funneling funds into law enforcement really a good idea?…
Lana Del Rey Ignores That Whiteness Is Often a Precursor for Success
The white singer's racially coded complaints about the success of several black female artists perpetuate a harmful dichotomy between white femininity and black female aggression.…
Companies Are Being Called Out for Performative Activism
Many brands are posting in support of Black Lives Matter, while hiding their own racist practices.…
How To Support Black Lives Matter Protests Without Marching or Donating
It may seem like the only meaningful action right now is to hit the street, but there are plenty of other options to support the movement, even if you don't have any money.…
Social Media Art Is Spreading Awareness for Black Lives Matter
Amidst recent injustices and unrest, Instagram illustrators are using their works to support activists and to call attention to Black victims of racist violence.…
How I’m Educating Myself and My Parents on Race and Allyship
When talking to your family about race, it's important to realize it's not enough to be 'non-racist.' You must be an active ally to the black community.…
What Is Copaganda and Can I Keep Watching ‘Brooklyn Nine-Nine’?
Can shows about the police foster discussion, or do even well-intentioned cop shows ultimately provide ideological cover for police violence?…
5 Books About the Queer Black Experience To Read for Pride Month
As June begins and protests over racial injustice continue, it’s important to make space for queer black literature.…
How Celebrities Are Supporting the Black Lives Matter Movement
As demonstrations in response to George Floyd's death continue globally, entertainers are participating in the movement by donating and marching.…
Now More Than Ever, It’s Time To Stop Whitewashing the Stonewall Riots
In light of nationwide protest against systemic racism, this Pride Month should center the nonwhite and non-cisgender people that kicked off the fight for queer liberation.…
‘Les Misérables’ Is Remarkably Relevant to the Protests for Racial Justice
The movie isn't just a musical. It tells a story of injustice and revolt that parallels our modern political climate.…
Fancams From K-Pop Stans Are Now a Tool To Support Black Lives Matter
Fans of Korean idols and idol groups are organizing around the world to crash alt-right Twitter hashtags and boost black activism on YouTube.…
Why Advocating for Black Lives on Social Media Is So Important
Your online presence is an important tool for demonstrating support for black voices.…
‘Chokehold: Policing Black Men’ Stresses the Need for Police Reform
Published in 2017, Paul Butler's book equips supporters of Black Lives Matter with one more important resource to curb racism in law enforcement.…
10 Years After Its Premiere, ‘The Boondocks’ Is Still As Relevant As Ever
Maybe we aren't as progressive as we think.…
‘Rest in Power,’ the Trayvon Martin Docuseries, Will Chill You to the Bone
There's a lot more to the infamous shooting than you know.…
Shaun King Is Everything Right About Social Media Activism
Slacktivist, he is not.…
The Systemic Effects of Racial Profiling on People of Color
Being stopped by a police officer is definitely not a great way to end the day, especially if it’s just for broken taillights.…
How ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ Doubled Down on Addressing Social Issues
'Grey’s Anatomy' has been including many plot points about important social issues that are often underrepresented on TV shows.…
Loyola Student Is Detained After Intervening in Police Search
When cops searched two men outside of Gentile Arena, Loyola student Alan Campbell criticized the force being used and was then taken into custody himself.…
Why All Schools Should Fly a Black Lives Matter Flag at Least Once
A small school in Vermont raised a Black Lives Matter flag for the Black History Month, sending a message that the rest of the country should follow.…