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Controversy surrounds Bishop John J Snyder High School baseball team after alleged racist comments surface
Read full article: Controversy surrounds Bishop John J Snyder High School baseball team after alleged racist comments surfaceBishop John J Synder High School boy's Baseball team were the 2022 3A District Two Champions. But now, the team is in the limelight of social media for alleged racist comments and threats against its only African American player.
Jacksonville activists address a violent attack on a woman at an Arlington gas station
Read full article: Jacksonville activists address a violent attack on a woman at an Arlington gas stationA woman told News4JAX a man used racist language before he attacked her on Monday inside an Arlington gas station.
Local group concerned about Jacksonville’s racial attitudes in wake of Buffalo deadly shooting
Read full article: Local group concerned about Jacksonville’s racial attitudes in wake of Buffalo deadly shootingThe shooting deaths of ten people in Buffalo is hitting many people hard in Jacksonville, and Monday a local group is demanding action against all racist actions.
Diversity consultants give perspective on racial gesture accusation against former Icemen player
Read full article: Diversity consultants give perspective on racial gesture accusation against former Icemen playerWhat happened on the ice at a Jacksonville Icemen game has gained national attention over the past week.
Nassau County parents meet to discuss controversial viral video, racism at Yulee High School
Read full article: Nassau County parents meet to discuss controversial viral video, racism at Yulee High SchoolA group of parents gathered in Fernandina Beach Wednesday night to discuss a recent video that was widely circulated on social media last week and led to the suspension of multiple students.
Parents, students furious over video of Nassau County kids using racial slurs, wearing white hood
Read full article: Parents, students furious over video of Nassau County kids using racial slurs, wearing white hoodA clip that has been widely shared on social media shows two young, white boys using racial slurs -- one of them is seen wearing a white cloth hood.
Studies find racism causes psychological harm
Read full article: Studies find racism causes psychological harmORLANDO, Fla. – Racism is a problem that’s at the forefront of Americans' minds lately. Scores of studies found that racism causes many types of psychological harm. Other research has suggested victims of racism reported a lower quality of life, higher levels of stress, and poorer overall health. In a recent study, scientists looked at 40 Mexican-American students. Just another way racism can affect the body in a negative way.
Expert explains how to talk to your kids about racism
Read full article: Expert explains how to talk to your kids about racismWhether its a peaceful protest or violence kids may have questions about what they see and hear. Emily Mudd, PhD, a child psychologist at Cleveland Clinic Childrens, recommends asking children what theyve seen and letting them lead the conversation. She adds that its important to teach children to be kind and respectful to all people and empower them to stand up for equality. So, we need to teach white children to not only be allies, but to be activists, said Dr. Mudd. Including children in diverse activities and groups while theyre young helps decrease prejudice too.
These movies, shows and documentaries about race should be required viewing
Read full article: These movies, shows and documentaries about race should be required viewingNetflix‘13th’Directed by Ava DuVernay (she’ll come up again in this list), the documentary shows you how America changed after the 13th Amendment, which abolished slavery, but also kickstarted the prison boom in America. ‘Moonlight’This Oscar-winning picture tells the story of a young black gay man living in Miami. chronicles the Central Park Five, a group of young black teenagers who were wrongfully convicted of a crime they didn’t commit. The documentary tells the story of the days of protests, unrest and riots that followed. It’s a great film that shows how two different groups of people can react to fatal police shootings.
Here’s how you can support the fight against racial injustice without leaving your home
Read full article: Here’s how you can support the fight against racial injustice without leaving your homeColor of Change is the largest online racial injustice organization. It’s a great place to donate to help fight racial injustices. If there is any organization that has been fighting for social justice and change for years and years, it’s the ACLU. Not only does it fight for racial justice, it fights for women’s rights, LGBTQ+ rights and so much more. This is pretty simple: The petition is asking for justice for George Floyd’s death.
Black rag dolls pulled from shelves, called racist
Read full article: Black rag dolls pulled from shelves, called racistOne Dollar Zone said it immediately pulled controversial black rag dolls from store shelves after customers voiced concerns about them. (Credit: From Facebook/assemblywoman angela v. mcknight)(CNN) - Black rag dolls that instruct someone to abuse them were removed from the shelves of multiple One Dollar Zone stores after they drew criticism for being racist. New Jersey legislator Angela McKnight said she visited a One Dollar Zone store in Bayonne and found the toy "offensive and disturbing on so many levels." One Dollar Zone President Ricky Shah said the company immediately pulled the dolls from store shelves after customers voiced concerns about them. One Dollar Zone operates about 30 stores in the Northeast, including in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Connecticut and Massachusetts.
New Jersey Politician Gets ''Sick' Dolls Pulled From Shelves, Says They Teach '
Read full article: New Jersey Politician Gets ''Sick' Dolls Pulled From Shelves, Says They Teach 'Its the doll that has received so much backlash, it was reportedly pulled from the shelves. The Feel Better Dolls have been yanked from stores around New Jersey after customers and politicians began complaining they were racist. Just grab it firmly by the legs and find a wall to slam the doll and as you whack the "feel good doll" do not forget to yell "I feel good. I feel good," the directions reportedly read. To have a product depict or teach children that it is OK to hit another child, regardless of race, in order to feel good is sick, McKnight wrote.