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Tag: Blackface

Elementary School Staffer Lauren Pefferle Under Fire After Donning Blackface and Calling Herself Rosa Parks
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Elementary School Staffer Lauren Pefferle Under Fire After Donning Blackface and Calling Herself Rosa Parks

The staff member at Mabel Rush Elementary School showed up to protest a vaccine mandate.
By Kevin L. Clark · Sep 21, 2021
Misty Copeland Says It's 'Crazy' She Received Backlash For Calling Out Russian Ballerinas In Blackface
Celebrity

Misty Copeland Says It's 'Crazy' She Received Backlash For Calling Out Russian Ballerinas In Blackface

As the first Black performer to be appointed as a principal dancer for American Ballet Theatre, Copeland is no stranger to discrimination.
By Kimberly Wilson · Mar 10, 2020
Police Searching For White Man Who Robbed Maryland Bank Wearing Blackface
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Police Searching For White Man Who Robbed Maryland Bank Wearing Blackface

A PNC Bank in Perryville, Maryland, was robbed early Tuesday afternoon by a white suspect with a black substance smeared on his face.
By Breanna Edwards · Jan 31, 2020
California High School Teacher Suspended After Wearing Blackface
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California High School Teacher Suspended After Wearing Blackface

The unidentified teacher at Milpitas High School was apparently trying to imitate the rapper Common on Halloween.
By Breanna Edwards · Nov 6, 2019
Gov. Kay Ivey Apologizes After 1967 Audio Interview Describes Her Wearing Blackface
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Gov. Kay Ivey Apologizes After 1967 Audio Interview Describes Her Wearing Blackface

Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey issued a statement saying that while she cannot remember the incident, she "will not deny what is the obvious."
By Breanna Edwards · Aug 30, 2019
University of Missouri Police Officer Fired After Photo Surfaces Of Him Wearing Blackface
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University of Missouri Police Officer Fired After Photo Surfaces Of Him Wearing Blackface

University of Missouri Police Officer Marcus Collins was fired hours after admitting that the man wearing blackface in an uncovered photo was him.
By Breanna Edwards · Mar 21, 2019
Gucci Pushes For Even More Diversity With The Launch Of The Changemakers Scholarship And Fund
Fashion

Gucci Pushes For Even More Diversity With The Launch Of The Changemakers Scholarship And Fund

The luxury brand is showing its commitment to inclusivity.
By Julee Wilson · Mar 18, 2019
Wife Of Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam Sparks Scrutiny After Giving Cotton To Black Children
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Wife Of Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam Sparks Scrutiny After Giving Cotton To Black Children

Pam Northam, Virginia's first lady, has brought increased scrutiny to the governor's house after handing cotton to Black children touring the historic mansion.
By Breanna Edwards · Feb 28, 2019
Blackface Protestors Target Prominent Mardi Gras Group
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Blackface Protestors Target Prominent Mardi Gras Group

Zulu Social Aid and Pleasure Club say their use of black makeup pays homage to their ancestors, but protestors of blackface disagree.
By Tanya A. Christian · Feb 25, 2019
Prada Enlists Ava DuVernay To Help Take Steps Toward Correcting Diversity Issues
Fashion

Prada Enlists Ava DuVernay To Help Take Steps Toward Correcting Diversity Issues

“We will help ensure that the fashion world is reflective of the world in which we live,” says Miuccia Prada.
By Avon Dorsey · Feb 19, 2019
Fashion

Gucci Launches Action Plan To Increase Diversity After 'Blackface' Sweater Apology

The Italian fashion house announces four new initiatives to become more diverse and inclusive.
By Julee Wilson · Feb 15, 2019
Black Officials In Virginia Send Demands If Governor, Attorney General Refuse To Resign
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Black Officials In Virginia Send Demands If Governor, Attorney General Refuse To Resign

If Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam and Attorney General Mark Herring insist on remaining in office, a group of Black officials, community leaders and activists want to make sure that their actions (and money) reflect their commitment to change.
By Breanna Edwards · Feb 12, 2019
Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Police Apologizing For Cops Who Went Undercover In Blackface In 1993
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Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Police Apologizing For Cops Who Went Undercover In Blackface In 1993

The two White officers wore Blackface in order to trick drug buyers into purchasing fake crack cocaine and then issuing them court summonses.
By Breanna Edwards · Feb 12, 2019
Cory Booker May Have Missed The Mark While Addressing Racism In America
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Cory Booker May Have Missed The Mark While Addressing Racism In America

The 2020 Democratic candidate called on people to "extend grace" to those who may have questions about the offensive behavior.
By Tanya A. Christian · Feb 12, 2019
Yikes...About One Third Of Americans Think Blackface Is At Least Sometimes Acceptable
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Yikes...About One Third Of Americans Think Blackface Is At Least Sometimes Acceptable

White people are more likely to say that Blackface is acceptable, at least some of the times, according to a Pew Research Center survey.
By Breanna Edwards · Feb 11, 2019
Indiana High School Track Coach Fired After Posting Blackface Photo
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Indiana High School Track Coach Fired After Posting Blackface Photo

By Yesha Callahan · Feb 8, 2019
Virginia’s Attorney General Also Admits To Wearing Blackface In The 1980s
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Virginia’s Attorney General Also Admits To Wearing Blackface In The 1980s

By Britni Danielle · Feb 6, 2019
California Christian School Apologizing After Teacher Wore Blackface During School Presentation
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California Christian School Apologizing After Teacher Wore Blackface During School Presentation

Victory Christian School has profusely apologized after a teacher dressed in Blackface, donning African native dress and covering her face and arms in dark makeup.
By Breanna Edwards · Feb 1, 2019
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