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SUCULTURE started the topic "Hierarchy of Racism" – Should Diane Abbott have been suspended? in the forum Black Feminist Perspectivespinned post
“Hierarchy of Racism” – Should Diane Abbott have been suspended?
Background:
To respond to the ongoing the Diane Abbott furore it is important to provide some historical context.
In June 2021 a Texas House Bill [3979], and its companion bill — Senate Bill [2202] were signed into law. It is one of the many nationwide, and t…Read More
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SUCULTURE started the topic A new wave of consciousness: Rise of The Obidients. in the forum Academia, Scholarship & Researchpinned post
A new wave of consciousness: Rise of The Obidients.
In the summer of 2020, there was a rise in the Black Lives Matter [BLM] movement in the United States [a decentralized political and social movement] which initially began as a campaign to combat police brutality towards African Americans.
Despite the protests subsiding,…Read More
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Charlotte started the topic Naomi Osaka: 'It's O.K. Not to Be O.K.' in the forum Sportspinned post
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Charlotte started the topic Hair Love. in the forum Tot's & Mum'spinned post
Psychoanalytic
theory and film?!
The pioneering scientific study by renowned psychologists, Kenneth and Mamie Clark, provides a blueprint on how the fundamentals of representation and inclusiveness contributes to the development of the conscious qualities, confidence, and self-identification in African American children.
Repr…Read More
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SUCULTURE started the topic Slaves, or Enslaved. Merchants, or Scoundrel. Saints, or Sinners. in the forum Academia, Scholarship & Researchpinned post
Introduction and timeline
Ancient Africa was not isolated from the old world.
Historical and archaeological research provides a firm understanding of the ancient trans-saharan trade, from approximately 4000 B.C (long prior to the 1st century C.E; and described as beginning with the age of African metallurgy in the case of Senegal),…Read More
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The Nubian replied to the topic Slaves, or Enslaved. Merchants, or Scoundrel. Saints, or Sinners. in the forum Academia, Scholarship & Research
This is jarring!Considering the current shift in political ideologies, in the U.S, and Europe, with the normalisation of racist rhetoric, including sexist language, continued redlining, denialism, ‘othering’, under-funding, and warm nostalgia for the past, shouldn’t the Black start developing ways to develop structures and protect itself from…Read More
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The Nubian replied to the topic Breaking the Cycle: Misogyny, the Legacy of Male Presidents, and the Election in the forum Black Feminist Perspectives
This focus on intersectionality is timely and relevant, bringing attention to the compounded difficulties Black women face in the political arena. The emphasis on “double jeopardy” strengthens the argument for why a Black female president is not only overdue but essential for progress on multiple fronts, as she would bring insights informed by…Read More -
SUCULTURE started the topic Breaking the Cycle: Misogyny, the Legacy of Male Presidents, and the Election in the forum Black Feminist Perspectives
Breaking the Cycle: Misogyny, the Legacy of Male Presidents, and the Election of the First Black Female President of the United States:
In the annals of U.S. history, the presidency has been exclusively occupied by men, each shaping—intentionally or otherwise—the social norms, policies, and cultural attitudes toward gender and…Read More
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The Nubian replied to the topic Reparations for Slavery and Colonialism: A Call for Justice from Commonwealth in the forum Academia, Scholarship & Research
@charlotte,
Thank you for this.
1. Acknowledgment of Historical Injustices
- Reparations provide formal recognition of the harm caused by slavery and colonialism, which is essential for validating the experiences of affected communities. This acknowledgment serves as a step toward healing historical wounds by demonstrating that past…
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The Nubian replied to the topic The Rising Influence of Social Media Creators: Analysis 2024 Forbes List in the forum Gen Z and Millennials
The rapid growth of the influencer economy suggests that barriers to entry are diminishing, enabling a wider range of voices to contribute to the marketplace.The democratization and transformation of social media, implies a significant cultural shift within the digital landscape – presenting unique opportunities for individuals from diverse…Read More
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