Black people have no problem speaking about the discrimination and oppression from outside, external forces. But when it comes to the discrimination perpetuated within the community, like colorism, ...

Darker-skinned Hispanics said they experience more discrimination. Hispanics with darker skin report more discrimination and less access to opportunities than those with lighter complexions, according ...

In the grand mosaic of American culture, picture Black people as the lunch table that had all the cool kids. Yes, we have many checking us out, from our style, to our colloquialisms. Though many are ...

This past weekend, Keke Palmer spoke to her talent as an entertainer and addressed the comparison talk between her and fellow actress Zendaya. On July 23, a Twitter user sent out a tweet that read, “I ...

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There are bigger issues involved about power and who gets to decides these things." Román shared a real−life example of how race and colorism works within power structures, especially in the context ...

Black women may struggle with beauty standards. Source: istockphoto Although most of us have a general understanding of racism, few consider the impact of skin color apart from race. Colorism is a ...

HIGHLAND HEIGHTS, Ohio -- In his recent media blitz to promote his book “Spare,” Prince Harry claimed other royal family members were concerned his children wouldn’t be white like them. Buckingham ...

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