theroot--2020-11-11--UN Criticizes US on Police Brutality, the Death Penalty and More After Human Rights Review

The United Nations basically told the United States to check its privilege after a human rights review Monday .
Specifically , numerous countries , including U.S. allies , criticized the U.S. on its record for police violence against Black people , the death penalty and the separation of immigrant children from their parents .
Reuters reports that during the first U.N. Human Rights Council examination of the U.S. since 2015 , dozens of delegations took the floor and voiced their concerns about how human rights are handled in the nation many Americans swear to White Jesus is unequivocally the greatest @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the ACLU said the review by the UNHRC heavily criticized the Trump administration ’ s policies and urged the incoming Biden administration to usher in reforms .
Jamil Dakwar , director of the human rights program at the ACLU spoke about the review during a news briefing , Reuters reports .
“ What we saw today was unsurprising condemnation by many countries around the world of the United States ’ human rights record , ” Dakwar said .
“ We ’ ve heard country after country ... calling and urging the United States @ @ @ @ @ @ @ racism and police violence.
” Much of the UNHRC review was centered around systemic racism in the U.S. , but some might argue that the review looked more like an indictment of a host of conservative policies and ideals in the U.S. China and Russia called on the United States to root out racism and police violence , while Cuba and Venezuela said it must provide equal access to health care during the COVID-19 pandemic .
France called on U.S. authorities to halt executions at the federal level , close Guantanamo Bay detention @ @ @ @ @ @ @ girls access to their rights and sexual and reproductive health.
” Britain called for “ ensuring access to comprehensive sexual and reproductive health services.
” Joshua Cooper of the US Human Rights Network , a national network of campaigners , said that more than a dozen countries voiced concern at the U.S. position on family planning .
“ The United States made clear that they don ’ t see abortion as a human right , ” said Denice Labertew of the Women LEAD network .
For the record , the UNHRC has been @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on civil rights for a while .
The Washington Post reports that , in June , amid nationwide protests prompted by the death of George Floyd , the council held an “ urgent debate ” to discuss and scrutinize systemic racism , police brutality and violence against peaceful protesters in the U.S .
In fact , Floyd ’ s brother , Philonise Floyd , spoke at that event with a plea for “ the U.N. ’ s top human rights body , urging it to launch intense international scrutiny ” into the treatment @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the U.S. , according to the Associated Press .
Seeing as Trump announced in 2018 that the United States would withdraw from the UNHRC—likely because the council is like an international diversity training and we all know how much he hates those—maybe the nations challenging America on civil rights has a point .
Hopefully , with a new administration comes the change America and the world needs .

The United Nations basically told the United States to check its privilege after a human rights review Monday. Specifically, numerous countries, including U.S. allies, criticized the U.S. on its record for police violence against Black people, the death penalty and the separation of immigrant children from their parents.
Reuters reports that during the first U.N. Human Rights Council examination of the U.S. since 2015, dozens of delegations took the floor and voiced their concerns about how human rights are handled in the nation many Americans swear to White Jesus is unequivocally the greatest country in the world. Activists with the ACLU said the review by the UNHRC heavily criticized the Trump administration’s policies and urged the incoming Biden administration to usher in reforms.
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Jamil Dakwar, director of the human rights program at the ACLU spoke about the review during a news briefing, Reuters reports.
“What we saw today was unsurprising condemnation by many countries around the world of the United States’ human rights record,” Dakwar said. “We’ve heard country after country...calling and urging the United States to take serious measures to address structural racism and police violence.”
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Much of the UNHRC review was centered around systemic racism in the U.S., but some might argue that the review looked more like an indictment of a host of conservative policies and ideals in the U.S.
From Reuters:
China and Russia called on the United States to root out racism and police violence, while Cuba and Venezuela said it must provide equal access to health care during the COVID-19 pandemic. France called on U.S. authorities to halt executions at the federal level, close Guantanamo Bay detention facility, and “guarantee women and girls access to their rights and sexual and reproductive health.” Britain called for “ensuring access to comprehensive sexual and reproductive health services.” Joshua Cooper of the US Human Rights Network, a national network of campaigners, said that more than a dozen countries voiced concern at the U.S. position on family planning. “The United States made clear that they don’t see abortion as a human right,” said Denice Labertew of the Women LEAD network.
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For the record, the UNHRC has been looking to take the U.S. to task on civil rights for a while.
The Washington Post reports that, in June, amid nationwide protests prompted by the death of George Floyd, the council held an “urgent debate” to discuss and scrutinize systemic racism, police brutality and violence against peaceful protesters in the U.S.
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In fact, Floyd’s brother, Philonise Floyd, spoke at that event with a plea for “the U.N.’s top human rights body, urging it to launch intense international scrutiny” into the treatment of Black people and anti-racism protesters in the U.S., according to the Associated Press.
Seeing as Trump announced in 2018 that the United States would withdraw from the UNHRC—likely because the council is like an international diversity training and we all know how much he hates those—maybe the nations challenging America on civil rights has a point.
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Hopefully, with a new administration comes the change America and the world needs.


theroot--2020-11-10--How to Acknowledge Black Women for Their Role in the 2020 Election

If the presidential election went in your favor , you ’ re probably enjoying the memes , tweets , and posts pouring in about Stace y Abrams and the ways Black women showed up for our country .
It ’ s as if Black women in Georgia rolled up their sleeves and said , “ Dang , I got ta do everything ?
” And that ’ s partially true .
The success of this country was long built on the labor of Black women , and they did what they always have : worked hard to get the change @ @ @ @ @ @ @ office at the same time as Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez in 2018 , running for Governor of the state of Georgia .
While she ended up losing the election by 55,000 votes to her opponent , Brian Kemp , a massive execution of voter suppression tactics were revealed in the race .
She could have sent lawyers and asked for a recount , but instead , Abrams ’ response was to engage directly with those affected .
Abrams worked with her organization Fair Fight and registered over 800,000 new voters , including 450,000 in neighborhoods @ @ @ @ @ @ @ As a result , a Democratic lead was established in Georgia , flipping the state during the 2020 election last week .
It ’ s great to give thanks and praise , but there are more ways to honor the hard work Stacey Abrams and other Black women put into increasing access for voters .
In addition to reposting that Instagram quote or retweeting a heartfelt dedication , here are some ways to honor the women who turned out the vote .
You might tire of people telling you to throw money at @ @ @ @ @ @ @ suppression requires funds .
Consider donating to organizations like Fair Fight that support the rights of voters who have historically been the target of voter suppression .
You can also donate to causes that support the livelihoods of Black women .
The Center for Black Women ’ s Wellness in Atlanta , Georgia is dedicated to uplifting the wellness of Black women from physical , mental , and fiscal health .
These types of organizations help the wellbeing of Black women beyond the political .
Get the word out about the Georgia Senate @ @ @ @ @ @ @ there are Senate seats still at stake and Georgians need to vote again on January 5 .
New 18-year olds can register to vote by December 7 .
They may not have been able to vote in this presidential election , but voting on January 5 gives them a chance to get in on the action .
Read up on the candidates that are up for election in Georgia ’ s runoff and support where you can .
Systemic roadblocks against Black women are still very real , but you can support them @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Buy From a Black Woman strives to make Black woman-owned businesses better known ; read up on their mission , view their directory of Black women-owned businesses , and become a customer .
Find ways to learn more about the history of voting , voter rights , and voter suppression .
You can start simple by watching documentaries like Knock Down the House on Netflix , or Slay the Dragon by Magnolia films , or learning from the quick facts-driven series Explained in their current season , “ Whose Vote Counts .
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Aisha Jordan on Lifehacker, shared by Genetta M. Adams to The Root

If the presidential election went in your favor, you’re probably enjoying the memes, tweets, and posts pouring in about Stace y Abrams and the ways Black women showed up for our country. It’s as if Black women in Georgia rolled up their sleeves and said, “Dang, I gotta do everything?” And that’s partially true. The success of this country was long built on the labor of Black women, and they did what they always have: worked hard to get the change they deserve.
What happened in Georgia?
Stacey Abrams ran for office at the same time as Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez in 2018, running for Governor of the state of Georgia. While she ended up losing the election by 55,000 votes to her opponent, Brian Kemp, a massive execution of voter suppression tactics were revealed in the race.
She could have sent lawyers and asked for a recount, but instead, Abrams’ response was to engage directly with those affected. Abrams worked with her organization Fair Fight and registered over 800,000 new voters, including 450,000 in neighborhoods predominantly comprised of people of color.
As a result, a Democratic lead was established in Georgia, flipping the state during the 2020 election last week.
Ways to support Black women in Georgia
It’s great to give thanks and praise, but there are more ways to honor the hard work Stacey Abrams and other Black women put into increasing access for voters. In addition to reposting that Instagram quote or retweeting a heartfelt dedication, here are some ways to honor the women who turned out the vote.
Donate to credible organizations fighting voter suppression
You might tire of people telling you to throw money at problems, but the fight against voter suppression requires funds. Consider donating to organizations like Fair Fight that support the rights of voters who have historically been the target of voter suppression.
You can also donate to causes that support the livelihoods of Black women. The Center for Black Women’s Wellness in Atlanta, Georgia is dedicated to uplifting the wellness of Black women from physical, mental, and fiscal health. These types of organizations help the wellbeing of Black women beyond the political.
Impact the Georgia Senate runoff
Get the word out about the Georgia Senate runoff. While Biden is president-elect, there are Senate seats still at stake and Georgians need to vote again on January 5. New 18-year olds can register to vote by December 7. They may not have been able to vote in this presidential election, but voting on January 5 gives them a chance to get in on the action. Read up on the candidates that are up for election in Georgia’s runoff and support where you can.
Support Black women-owned businesses
Systemic roadblocks against Black women are still very real, but you can support them by supporting their businesses. The organization Buy From a Black Woman strives to make Black woman-owned businesses better known; read up on their mission, view their directory of Black women-owned businesses, and become a customer.
Stay educated on voter suppression
Find ways to learn more about the history of voting, voter rights, and voter suppression. You can start simple by watching documentaries like Knock Down the House on Netflix, or Slay the Dragon by Magnolia films, or learning from the quick facts-driven series Explained in their current season, “Whose Vote Counts.”


theroot--2020-11-11--Sydney Barber Becomes the First Black Woman to Ever Serve as Brigade Commander at the U.S. Naval Aca

Sydney Barber Becomes the First Black Woman to Ever Serve as Brigade Commander at the U.S. Naval Academy

Black women keep making history and I , for one , love to see it .
Next spring , Midshipman 1st Class Sydney Barber will become the first Black woman to serve as brigade commander at the U.S .
Naval Academy .
According to CBS News , brigade commander is the highest rank within student leadership and is a semester long position .
The role is granted through an application and interview process with senior leadership and the commandant ’ s staff .
Barber will be only the 16th woman to serve in the position in the 44 years since @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Sydney stands out amongst her peers , for not only her exemplary record , but for her clear vision of how she intends to make the world a better place and her accompanying bias for action , ” Lt. Cmdr .
Darby Yeager said in a statement .
Barber is currently majoring in mechanical engineering and has plans to commission as a Marine Corps ground officer .
“ Earning the title of brigade commander speaks volumes , but the title itself is not nearly as significant as the opportunity it brings to lead @ @ @ @ @ @ @ will be truly special , ” Barber said in a statement .
“ I am humbled to play a small role in this momentous season of American history.
” Janie Mines , who was the first Black woman to ever graduate from the Naval academy in 1980 , expressed her excitement at the news on social media .
“ This brought me to tears .
This young woman , Midshipman Sydney Barber , will be the first Black Female Brigade Commander at the U.S .
Naval Academy .
40 years later .
Thank @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ” According to USA Today , Barber has previously expressed her admiration for Mines , saying in a video last month that women like her inspired her to “ follow her footsteps and be her wildest dream.
” Barber is not the only Black woman to make history in the U.S. Navy this year , as Lt. Madeline Swegle , a 2020 The Root 100 honoree , became the first Black woman to serve as a tactical fighter pilot in July .

Joe Jurado on The Glow Up, shared by Joe Jurado to The Root

Black women keep making history and I, for one, love to see it. Next spring, Midshipman 1st Class Sydney Barber will become the first Black woman to serve as brigade commander at the U.S. Naval Academy.
According to CBS News, brigade commander is the highest rank within student leadership and is a semester long position. The role is granted through an application and interview process with senior leadership and the commandant’s staff. Barber will be only the 16th woman to serve in the position in the 44 years since women were allowed to serve.
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“Sydney stands out amongst her peers, for not only her exemplary record, but for her clear vision of how she intends to make the world a better place and her accompanying bias for action,” Lt. Cmdr. Darby Yeager said in a statement.
Barber is currently majoring in mechanical engineering and has plans to commission as a Marine Corps ground officer.
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“Earning the title of brigade commander speaks volumes, but the title itself is not nearly as significant as the opportunity it brings to lead a team in doing something I believe will be truly special,” Barber said in a statement. “I am humbled to play a small role in this momentous season of American history.”
Janie Mines, who was the first Black woman to ever graduate from the Naval academy in 1980, expressed her excitement at the news on social media.
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“This brought me to tears. This young woman, Midshipman Sydney Barber, will be the first Black Female Brigade Commander at the U.S. Naval Academy. 40 years later. Thank you, Sydney! Love you!”
According to USA Today, Barber has previously expressed her admiration for Mines, saying in a video last month that women like her inspired her to “follow her footsteps and be her wildest dream.”
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Barber is not the only Black woman to make history in the U.S. Navy this year, as Lt. Madeline Swegle, a 2020 The Root 100 honoree, became the first Black woman to serve as a tactical fighter pilot in July.


theroot--2020-11-10--Umm, What? White House Tells Federal Agency to Prepare Budget for Next Fiscal Year Like Trump’s Not

Umm, What? White House Tells Federal Agency to Prepare Budget for Next Fiscal Year Like Trump’s Not Going to Be in Prison

In what might be the most defiant middle finger to President-elect Joe Biden , the voting process , the election , righteous America and Howard University , lame-duck President Trump and his lame-duck staff have instructed federal agencies to continue working on the administration ’ s budget proposal for the next fiscal year , which is usually issued in February around the time private citizen Trump would be ( prayerfully ) heading off to prison .
According to the Washington Post , Joe Biden the rightfully elected president of the United States , will be sworn into office Jan. 20 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ; if Trump is not going to be in office , then why are federal agencies working on budget proposals under Trump ’ s command ?
Well , I ’ m not sure if you noticed but Trump is an entitled white man , which means that he ’ s not accepting the results of the election and as such he ’ s basically standing in the middle of the basketball court so that no one else can play because his team lost .
The decision to proceed with Trump ’ s budget @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and surprised several career staffers given Biden ’ s victory , as well as the fact that the incoming Biden administration is expected to submit its budget plan to Congress early next year .
The insistence on budget planning , even though Trump won ’ t be in office to offer a budget in February , is part of a recent pattern of behavior from White House officials and senior political appointees who have sought to reject the election results .
On Monday , the Trump White House also instructed senior government officials @ @ @ @ @ @ @ transition team , igniting a potential legal battle .
Asked if the fiscal year 2022 budget process was proceeding as planned , a spokesperson for the White House budget office said , “ Of course.
” The annual budget proposal is a massive White House undertaking that articulates the administration ’ s proposals for spending and taxes .
Though many of the proposals are later discarded by Congress , it serves as an important marker to kick off fiscal negotiations .
These budgets involve input from every federal agency and are often released @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in February .
The budget proposal under development by the Trump administration would be for spending that runs from Oct. 1 , 2021 , through Sept. 30 , 2022 , a period well after Trump leaves office .
“ They ’ re pretending nothing happened , ” one of the officials said .
“ We ’ re all supposed to pretend this is normal , and do all this work , while we know we ’ re just going to have to throw it away.
” If I worked in one of these @ @ @ @ @ @ @ budget proposal I could think of since it ’ s only going to be thrown away .
$ 2.4 million Skittles ( expect yellow ones because those are trash ) .
Apparently , the White House budget has always been a joke since Congress pays it no mind and favors its own but still , how is anyone , especially those inside these federal agencies that have to do this work , supposed to take this president seriously ?
“ The preparations going on now are not surprising given the administration ’ s @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , ” Chantel Boyens , a policy associate at the Urban Institute , a nonpartisan think tank , told the Post .
“ At the point at which you know the outcome of the election , it would not make sense to continue formulating policy recommendations for a new budget to be put out by the outgoing administration.
” Especially when the president is going to prison .
In Jesus ’ name we pray ...

In what might be the most defiant middle finger to President-elect Joe Biden, the voting process, the election, righteous America and Howard University, lame-duck President Trump and his lame-duck staff have instructed federal agencies to continue working on the administration’s budget proposal for the next fiscal year, which is usually issued in February around the time private citizen Trump would be (prayerfully) heading off to prison.
According to the Washington Post, Joe Biden the rightfully elected president of the United States, will be sworn into office Jan. 20. This, obviously begs the question; if Trump is not going to be in office, then why are federal agencies working on budget proposals under Trump’s command? Well, I’m not sure if you noticed but Trump is an entitled white man, which means that he’s not accepting the results of the election and as such he’s basically standing in the middle of the basketball court so that no one else can play because his team lost.
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The decision to proceed with Trump’s budget for the 2022 fiscal year has rankled and surprised several career staffers given Biden’s victory, as well as the fact that the incoming Biden administration is expected to submit its budget plan to Congress early next year.
From the Post:
The insistence on budget planning, even though Trump won’t be in office to offer a budget in February, is part of a recent pattern of behavior from White House officials and senior political appointees who have sought to reject the election results. On Monday, the Trump White House also instructed senior government officials to not cooperate with Biden’s transition team, igniting a potential legal battle. Asked if the fiscal year 2022 budget process was proceeding as planned, a spokesperson for the White House budget office said, “Of course.” The annual budget proposal is a massive White House undertaking that articulates the administration’s proposals for spending and taxes. Though many of the proposals are later discarded by Congress, it serves as an important marker to kick off fiscal negotiations. These budgets involve input from every federal agency and are often released with a media blitz and congressional hearings in February. The budget proposal under development by the Trump administration would be for spending that runs from Oct. 1, 2021, through Sept. 30, 2022, a period well after Trump leaves office.
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“They’re pretending nothing happened,” one of the officials said. “We’re all supposed to pretend this is normal, and do all this work, while we know we’re just going to have to throw it away.”
If I worked in one of these offices, I would write the silliest budget proposal I could think of since it’s only going to be thrown away.
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Stephen’s Budget Proposal
$1.7 million for 400 PlayStation 5
$2.4 million Skittles (expect yellow ones because those are trash).
$3.4 StockX budget
$3.2 million staff OnlyFans memberships
Apparently, the White House budget has always been a joke since Congress pays it no mind and favors its own but still, how is anyone, especially those inside these federal agencies that have to do this work, supposed to take this president seriously?
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“The preparations going on now are not surprising given the administration’s position on the outcome of the election,” Chantel Boyens, a policy associate at the Urban Institute, a nonpartisan think tank, told the Post. “At the point at which you know the outcome of the election, it would not make sense to continue formulating policy recommendations for a new budget to be put out by the outgoing administration.”
Especially when the president is going to prison. In Jesus’ name we pray...


theroot--2020-10-09--The Kitchen Gadgets Foodies Actually Use, and You Should Too

I ’ m fascinated by the kitchen .
Cooking lets me build community while feeding the people I love , and it ’ s also how I indulge .
Still , it can be easy to get lost in the sea of kitchen gadgets out there .
Instead of flail around , I asked foodies about their own favorite products and go-to gadgets to help you sort through the noise and maybe find some inspiration too .
“ This [ Always Pan ] is super easy to clean , cute on the stovetop , and finally , I have a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ This thing is super easy to clean , cute on the stovetop , and finally , I have a goddamn place to rest my spatula .
Also , I am super excited to trash , like , 5 pans that are roughly the same size that I have absolutely destroyed .
Do you know how much cabinet space we ’ re going to reclaim ?
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Do you ?
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” - Victoria Song , Staff Writer for Gizmodo “ When it comes to the Our Place Always Pan and dishes @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
In fact , I replaced ALL of my everyday dishes to use the Our Place dishes and it was worth it .
They blend beauty and functionality in one simple bundle and don ’ t cost an arm and a leg .
It ’ s not just the dishes that are beautiful .
For each of their collections , they find charities making what they call “ systems-based change ” in the community .
During the pandemic , they worked with Feeding America , with a total donation of over 200,000 meals @ @ @ @ @ @ @ pandemic .
Our Place is also committed to ethical and human business practices .
‘ This is something we care deeply about as well .
To that end , we ensure all of our factories are paid above-living wages , have benefits , and are treated with respect .
We validate this through regular rigorous factory visits , interviews with teams , and 3rd party audits such as BSCI , SA8000 , Sedex , and ISO , ’ they write in their FAQs ” - Chaya M Milchtein , Freelance Writer for The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ favorite things I ’ ve bought this year during lockdown has been the KitchenAid cordless hand mixer ( in Passion Red of course ) —I highly recommend !
It works great and no more need for cords in uncomfortable spots in your kitchen - I love it , use it at least once a week .
You can literally be anywhere and be mixing up your cookie dough , etc .
I love the color of it too !
” - Brian Theis , Author of The Infinite Feast : How to Host @ @ @ @ @ @ @ chopper has been hands down the best kitchen gadget I ’ ve found .
I am incredibly sensitive to onions and used to dread seeing onions as an ingredient .
My eyes water and burn like no other every time I cut them .
Then I found this onion chopper , now don ’ t really mind having to chop onions or feel like I need to put a whole odor deterrent armor on before chopping them up .
It ’ s quick , easy , and perfect for anyone who also cries @ @ @ @ @ @ @ an onion.
” - Rhyan Geiger , Vegan Coach at Phoenix Vegan Dietitian “ Every amateur cook should have in their kitchen a decent digital thermometer for cooking meat .
It ’ s a godsend in particular for precise steak preparation .
When you ’ re roasting meats , you also want to keep the oven door closed as much as possible .
A good thermometer lets you get in , take a reading , and then get out before the cooking temperature is disturbed .
I recommend the ThermoPro thermometer as it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ quickly , and it folds away to nothing for easy storage.
” - John Bedford , Founder of Viva Flavor “ My husband and I own a lot of kitchen gadgets but the most surprisingly useful one for me was the Sur La Table 10-blade herb shears .
These shears quickly and neatly chop up herbs in tiny little evenly cut bits .
We save tons of time chopping and wrangling floppy herbs like Chives together .
It ’ s especially handy for our homemade pickles—a few chops on the dill and chives @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
They ’ re only $ 12 and something I think all foodies and chefs need.
” - Kara Harms , Blogger at Whimsy Soul “ My favorite kitchen gadget has to be my Boos Block cutting board .
I use it every day and can ’ t imagine prepping without it .
It requires a little love from time to time , but worth every second .
I love the size and feel of cutting and chopping .
It really helps your knife skills to have a solid cutting surface .
The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ stay organized .
I chop everything from onions , meat , herbs , and squash with ease .
It is worth every penny.
” - Jennifer Mayne , Specialty Food Buyer at Dorothy Lane Market “ There are several gadgets that are useful but only a few that make my heart sing .
My favorite kitchen gadget is my mini silicone whisk and not just because it ’ s adorbs .
I use my mini whisk 90 percent of the time .
I use it to whisk up mayos and sauces , to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , and to whisk eggs for an omelet .
And if you spring for a silicone whisk it won ’ t scratch any of your nonstick pans.
” - Carolyn , Blogger at Caramel and Cashews I highly recommend a Vitamix Blender .
Life before having a quality blender was just not the same .
A well designed and powerful blender makes smoothies smooth , not chunky .
Sauce recipes like Mexican mole that require whole cinnamon sticks blended into a smooth sauce are impossible without a quality blender like a Vitamix .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ as all you have to do is add a drop or two of dish soap , and run it on the cleaning setting.
” Jessica Randhawa , Head Chef at The Forked Spoon .

Chaya M Milchtein and Juliana Clark on Roundups, shared by Gabe Carey to The Root

Top Product: Always Pan | $145 | Our Place
It’s 2022, baby, and convenience is the one true monarch we should all be following. Convenience is especially important when it comes to cooking, because while cooking can be a lot of fun, you might not always be in the mood for it. That’s why it’s worth investing in the best kitchen gadgets.
It may not be something you’ve thought about doing before, but think about how much better your life is when you upgrade to a new phone, or power up your PC. It’s the same in your kitchen too, because there are an unending array of gadgets out there that are all designed to make your culinary life easier, and tastier.
With things like the Fullstar Vegetable Chopper, the Vitamix Explorian Blender, and the impressive Always Pan, there’s basically never been a better time to be into cooking. Don’t just take our word for it though, we’ve plucked some testimonies from bloggers, food writers, and everyday cooks to see which of the many devices out there are truly the best kitchen gadgets around.
“This [Always Pan] is super easy to clean, cute on the stovetop, and finally, I have a goddamn place to rest my spatula. This thing is super easy to clean, cute on the stovetop, and finally, I have a goddamn place to rest my spatula. Also, I am super excited to trash, like, 5 pans that are roughly the same size that I have absolutely destroyed. Do you know how much cabinet space we’re going to reclaim?? Do you????”- Victoria Song, Staff Writer for Gizmodo
“When it comes to the Our Place Always Pan and dishes bundle, I’m in love. In fact, I replaced ALL of my everyday dishes to use the Our Place dishes and it was worth it. They blend beauty and functionality in one simple bundle and don’t cost an arm and a leg. It’s not just the dishes that are beautiful. For each of their collections, they find charities making what they call “systems-based change” in the community. During the pandemic, they worked with Feeding America, with a total donation of over 200,000 meals fighting huger caused in part by the pandemic. Our Place is also committed to ethical and human business practices. ‘This is something we care deeply about as well. To that end, we ensure all of our factories are paid above-living wages, have benefits, and are treated with respect. We validate this through regular rigorous factory visits, interviews with teams, and 3rd party audits such as BSCI, SA8000, Sedex, and ISO,’ they write in their FAQs” - Chaya M Milchtein, Freelance Writer for The Inventory.
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“I am the most un-homemaker, un-baker kind of woman—but I LOVE this little mixer. It hits on all cylinders. 1) It’s EASY! Put the beaters or whisk into the slots, push the button, and GO! 2) MULTI-FUNCTION. It has both beaters and a whisk. 3) 6 SPEEDS. Plus the burst of speed. (I have to remember to keep the beaters down & not burst whatever I’m mixing all over my front. Probably not a challenge for more kitchen-oriented users.) 4) STORAGE CONTAINER. I am in love with how the beaters go into this plastic case, then simply snap the main mixer part on top. Done. Not searching for something to put this in or awkwardly setting it loose on a shelf. This gadget is so awesome, it motivates me to learn to bake.” - Liz Zélandais, Amazon Contributor.
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“ThermoWorks designed the system to be a portable monitoring station that lets you keep an eye on everything on your cook at once. The main unit is waterproof although you will probably want to bring it in after your cooks to avoid potential sun damage... Most are rated to handle temperatures as high as 700°F. But if a probe does fail from heat damage or a bad crink of one too many times in the oven or on the grill, you can replace it for $18. ThermWorks even sells extension cables for the probes themselves. In case you need more than length... For really long smokes you’ll want to plan a little as the ThermoWorks Signal lasts 16 hours on a charge. That’s a bummer when you compare it to ThermoWorks pens, which can last through years of use. But the Signal is also rechargeable via USB-C and on a really, REALLY, long smoke you could plug it in if need be. And that’s part of the beauty of a thermometer like the Signals. It’s flexible and can be used for a wide variety of uses.” - John Biggs, Editor-in-Chief of Gizmodo.com.
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“Every amateur cook should have in their kitchen a decent digital thermometer for cooking meat. It’s a godsend in particular for precise steak preparation. When you’re roasting meats, you also want to keep the oven door closed as much as possible. A good thermometer lets you get in, take a reading, and then get out before the cooking temperature is disturbed. I recommend the ThermoPro thermometer as it’s very accurate, reads temperatures quickly, and it folds away to nothing for easy storage.” - John Bedford, Founder of Viva Flavor.
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This story was originally published by Chaya M. Milchtein on 09/15/2020 and updated with new information by Jason Coles on 02/09/2022.


theroot--2020-11-10--San Francisco School Board President Resigns After Wife’s Racist Tweets About Vice President-Elect K

San Francisco School Board President Resigns After Wife’s Racist Tweets About Vice President-Elect Kamala Harris

I really don ’ t understand white people , y ’ all .
Like , how are they out here marrying racists and then being all , “ W ell , I don ’ t agree at all with what my partner said , but , you know ... ” Our latest example of spousal racism takes us to San Francisco , where a school board president resigned after his wife posted some racist-ass tweets about Vice President-el ect Kamala Harris .
According to KTLA , Jon Venverloh has resigned from his position at Las Lomitas Elementary School District in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to a series of racist tweets his wife , Mehridith Philips Venverloh , posted on Sunday .
In response to a question about Harris ’ qualifications to be v ice p resident , Venverloh wrote “ all she needs to be qualified is a black pussy !
No brain needed !
” Venverloh doubled down on her comments , retweeting a post from Harris where the VP-elect said she “ hopes every girl watching tonight sees this is a country of possibilities.
” A screenshot of Venverloh ’ s now deleted reply reads @ @ @ @ @ @ @ little girls who whore their ways to the top !
!
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What a powerful message !
!
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Yay team Gaga !
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” Allegedly , these weren ’ t the only fucked- up things Venverloh posted on Sunday , but given that she ’ s since deleted her Twitter profile , I can ’ t tell you what exactly those comments entailed .
I can tell you that she pissed off quite a few parents , with many tagging the Twitter accounts of Jon Venverloh and the Los Lomitas S @ @ @ @ @ @ @ president resign .
Venverloh said that while he disagrees with his wife ’ s “ reprehensible views , ” which , hard doubt , he ’ ll resign as her posts have made it so that his “ continued service would be a distraction from the work that needs to be done.
” Meh redith Venverloh issued an apology on Monda y which leads us to a game of “ Guess !
The !
Excuse !
” Alright reader , what excuse do you think Mehredith Venverloh gave for her racist tweets ?
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ t aken o ut of c ontext To all who guessed C , congrats !
The rest of you disappoint me ; do better dammit .
Venverloh revealed she ’ s a Trump supporter ( shocker ) and that her “ vulgar ” words were written “ in a moment of disappointment.
” She added she was on medication for a “ debilitating neurological disease ” and had lowered her dosage in the lead up to a scheduled hospitalization .
“ I believe that the change in medication reduced my judgment between right @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , ” she said .
How do white people just keep finding this racist-ass medication ?
I ’ ve taken plenty of medication in my life ; I was even on Ritalin for most of my younger years , which does affect your brain chemistry .
While I ’ ve experienced irritability , drowsiness and discomfort as side effects , never once has a medicine made me be like “ You know what ?
Fuck the Chinese !
” So sure , the medication may have lowered her inhibitions , but the problem @ @ @ @ @ @ @ her to say it , but the fact she felt the need to say it all .
Now her name is all over the internet and her man is out of job .

I really don’t understand white people, y’all. Like, how are they out here marrying racists and then being all, “Well, I don’t agree at all with what my partner said, but, you know...”
*points at white skin and shrugs*
Our latest example of spousal racism takes us to San Francisco, where a school board president resigned after his wife posted some racist-ass tweets about Vice President-elect Kamala Harris.
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According to KTLA, Jon Venverloh has resigned from his position at Las Lomitas Elementary School District in Menlo Park. This is mainly due to a series of racist tweets his wife, Mehridith Philips Venverloh, posted on Sunday. In response to a question about Harris’ qualifications to be vice president, Venverloh wrote “all she needs to be qualified is a black pussy! No brain needed!”
Yeahhh, I just gotta—
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Venverloh doubled down on her comments, retweeting a post from Harris where the VP-elect said she “hopes every girl watching tonight sees this is a country of possibilities.” A screenshot of Venverloh’s now deleted reply reads, “The possibilities are endless for little girls who whore their ways to the top!!! What a powerful message!!! Yay team Gaga!!!”
What a strange, sad woman.
Allegedly, these weren’t the only fucked-up things Venverloh posted on Sunday, but given that she’s since deleted her Twitter profile, I can’t tell you what exactly those comments entailed. I can tell you that she pissed off quite a few parents, with many tagging the Twitter accounts of Jon Venverloh and the Los Lomitas School District demanding the school board president resign.
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Venverloh said that while he disagrees with his wife’s “reprehensible views,” which, hard doubt, he’ll resign as her posts have made it so that his “continued service would be a distraction from the work that needs to be done.”
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Mehredith Venverloh issued an apology on Monday which leads us to a game of “Guess! The! Excuse!”
Alright reader, what excuse do you think Mehredith Venverloh gave for her racist tweets?
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A) Drugs and alcohol
B) She was hacked
c) Medication
D) Her posts were taken out of context
To all who guessed C, congrats! The rest of you disappoint me; do better dammit.
Venverloh revealed she’s a Trump supporter (shocker) and that her “vulgar” words were written “in a moment of disappointment.”
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She added she was on medication for a “debilitating neurological disease” and had lowered her dosage in the lead up to a scheduled hospitalization. “I believe that the change in medication reduced my judgment between right and wrong when I made the posts,” she said.
How do white people just keep finding this racist-ass medication? I’ve taken plenty of medication in my life; I was even on Ritalin for most of my younger years, which does affect your brain chemistry. While I’ve experienced irritability, drowsiness and discomfort as side effects, never once has a medicine made me be like “You know what? Fuck the Chinese!”
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So sure, the medication may have lowered her inhibitions, but the problem isn’t what may have encouraged her to say it, but the fact she felt the need to say it all. Now her name is all over the internet and her man is out of job.
Sucks to suck, I guess.
Correction, 11/11/20, 8:51 a.m.: The headline on this post misidentified the city where the events took place. It has been updated.


theroot--2020-11-10--Black People’s Unprecedented Political Power Won This Election

For months , I ’ ve been anxious , yet hopeful .
Despite all of what we faced this year from the pandemic to the economic crisis to racial violence , I held onto my faith in Black movement .
We ’ re building a future where every Black person can live free with the resources they need to thrive , not simply survive .
To do that , we believe we must contest for power everywhere .
And Black people did that .
From Philly to Atlanta to Detroit , Black people defeated Trump and pushed back against white @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of people in this nation support our struggle for Black lives and oppose hate , bigotry and indifference .
We showed up despite the chaos and crisis of this year : a global pandemic that claimed over 235,000 lives , an economic crisis that cost tens of millions of jobs and renewed violence against Black bodies from George Floyd to Breonna Taylor to Tony McDade to Dominique Fells .
For years , Black movement has mobilized to build Black political power and defend Black lives .
Millions of us voted to condemn racial @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and its supporters .
We voted in the face of the same electoral suppression Black people have experienced for decades , even after the passage of the 1965 Voting Rights Act which Black movement struggled and gave their lives for .
In Florida , Dream Defenders Fight PAC mobilized young people of color to vote , phone banking hundreds of voters a day while creating and distributing voter guides .
Young people voted in record numbers this election season .
In Madison , Wis. , Freedom Action trained over 100 election defenders , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ support young people to both prepare for school and prepare to vote .
In St. Louis , Action St. Louis and Movement for Black Lives Freedom Fall organizing fellows knocked on over 50,000 doors to boost voter turnout , providing breakfast and lunch to around 8,000 people on Election Day .
They supplied masks and hand sanitizer to keep voters safe .
These organizing efforts paid off : Black progressive leaders won at the ballot all across the country including Black women , trans and non-binary leaders .
Bold progressive ideas prevailed .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ Donald Trump , and we won .
In Missouri , longtime community organizer Cori Bush became the state ’ s first Black congresswoman .
In Minnesota , Rep. Ilhan Omar was re-elected by a wide margin and in Oklahoma , Mauree Turner became one of the first non-binary elected officials in the nation and the first Muslim to be elected to the state ’ s legislature .
These organizers and policymakers—all of us—inspire me to fight for electoral justice , a key tenet in our bold vision for Black lives .
Electoral Justice @ @ @ @ @ @ @ as a structure , intentionally rigged to maintain white patriarchal capitalist power .
When we engage to right wrongs and build anew , we achieve justice by the ballot box .
When we avenge the suffering of our ancestors through legislation that acknowledges and seeks solutions to harm , we seek Electoral Justice .
When we build power to transform , not to extract , Electoral Justice becomes imminent .
Amid crisis and chaos , we designed an unapologetic Black national agenda .
We launched an updated Vision for Black Lives with a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Black people .
We unveiled historic civil rights legislation : the BREATHE Act will reimagine public safety through divesting in ineffective , racist policing and investing in people and communities .
And we ’ ve mobilized millions of people all over this country around our vision .
This summer , 26 million people marched for Black lives , we co-conspired with over 300 partner organizations and this fall we secured over 150,000 community co-sponsors for the BREATHE Act .
Every organization in the Movement for Black Lives ecosystem met our mandate to defend @ @ @ @ @ @ @ means necessary .
We illustrated our bold vision and told stories of organizers in every region of the United States during the Black National Convention .
We have a plan .
We have people power .
We got us .
We ’ ve taken our assignments seriously .
Movement did this , and no matter what happens next , we will continue our fight , until every Black life matters .
We will keep building Black political power , and showing gratitude to our ancestors by pressing on with our demands for dignity @ @ @ @ @ @ @ power of the people , is right here in our hands .
What a time to be alive .
Jessica Byrd is founding partner , Three Point Strategies , and Co-Organizer , The Electoral Justice Project of the Movement for Black Lives .
M4BL is a national network of more than 150 leaders and organizations creating a broad political home for Black people to learn , organize and take action .

For months, I’ve been anxious, yet hopeful. Despite all of what we faced this year from the pandemic to the economic crisis to racial violence, I held onto my faith in Black movement.
We’re building a future where every Black person can live free with the resources they need to thrive, not simply survive. To do that, we believe we must contest for power everywhere.
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And Black people did that. From Philly to Atlanta to Detroit, Black people defeated Trump and pushed back against white supremacy. We proved that the majority of people in this nation support our struggle for Black lives and oppose hate, bigotry and indifference.
We showed up despite the chaos and crisis of this year: a global pandemic that claimed over 235,000 lives, an economic crisis that cost tens of millions of jobs and renewed violence against Black bodies from George Floyd to Breonna Taylor to Tony McDade to Dominique Fells.
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For years, Black movement has mobilized to build Black political power and defend Black lives. Millions of us voted to condemn racial terror and tyranny by the Trump Administration and its supporters. We voted in the face of the same electoral suppression Black people have experienced for decades, even after the passage of the 1965 Voting Rights Act which Black movement struggled and gave their lives for.
This election season, we built unprecedented Black political power.
In Florida, Dream Defenders Fight PAC mobilized young people of color to vote, phone banking hundreds of voters a day while creating and distributing voter guides. Young people voted in record numbers this election season.
Advertisement
In Madison, Wis., Freedom Action trained over 100 election defenders, giving out backpacks and school supplies to support young people to both prepare for school and prepare to vote.
In St. Louis, Action St. Louis and Movement for Black Lives Freedom Fall organizing fellows knocked on over 50,000 doors to boost voter turnout, providing breakfast and lunch to around 8,000 people on Election Day. They supplied masks and hand sanitizer to keep voters safe.
Advertisement
These organizing efforts paid off: Black progressive leaders won at the ballot all across the country including Black women, trans and non-binary leaders. Bold progressive ideas prevailed. We got back in the ring with Donald Trump, and we won.
In Missouri, longtime community organizer Cori Bush became the state’s first Black congresswoman. In Minnesota, Rep. Ilhan Omar was re-elected by a wide margin and in Oklahoma, Mauree Turner became one of the first non-binary elected officials in the nation and the first Muslim to be elected to the state’s legislature.
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These organizers and policymakers—all of us—inspire me to fight for electoral justice, a key tenet in our bold vision for Black lives. Electoral Justice requires us to engage with the ballot as a structure, intentionally rigged to maintain white patriarchal capitalist power.
When we engage to right wrongs and build anew, we achieve justice by the ballot box. When we avenge the suffering of our ancestors through legislation that acknowledges and seeks solutions to harm, we seek Electoral Justice. When we build power to transform, not to extract, Electoral Justice becomes imminent.
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Amid crisis and chaos, we designed an unapologetic Black national agenda. We launched an updated Vision for Black Lives with a clear call to end the war on Black people. We unveiled historic civil rights legislation: the BREATHE Act will reimagine public safety through divesting in ineffective, racist policing and investing in people and communities.
And we’ve mobilized millions of people all over this country around our vision. This summer, 26 million people marched for Black lives, we co-conspired with over 300 partner organizations and this fall we secured over 150,000 community co-sponsors for the BREATHE Act.
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Every organization in the Movement for Black Lives ecosystem met our mandate to defend Black lives by any and all the means necessary. We illustrated our bold vision and told stories of organizers in every region of the United States during the Black National Convention. We have a plan. We have people power. We got us.
We’ve taken our assignments seriously. Movement did this, and no matter what happens next, we will continue our fight, until every Black life matters.
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We will keep building Black political power, and showing gratitude to our ancestors by pressing on with our demands for dignity and justice. True power, the power of the people, is right here in our hands. What a time to be alive.
Jessica Byrd is founding partner, Three Point Strategies, and Co-Organizer, The Electoral Justice Project of the Movement for Black Lives. M4BL is a national network of more than 150 leaders and organizations creating a broad political home for Black people to learn, organize and take action.


theroot--2020-11-10--Cardi B's Reebok Collab Launches Friday the 13th—With a New Spin on 'Bloody Shoes'

Friday the 13th has always been a day that raises eyebrows , so it ’ s only fitting that this Friday , Nov. 13 should be the day perpetual eyebrow-raiser Cardi B drops her first-ever footwear collection with Reebok .
The raptress initially teased the collaboration during her birthday weekend last month with an immediately sold-out limited drop , but as of Friday , fans have a second chance to cop items from Cardi ’ s Club C collection .
Per a release from Reebok provided to The Glow Up : Reebok is proud to announce its first-ever footwear collection @ @ @ @ @ @ @ collection , officially dropping on November 13 , amplifies a collective mission to inspire women through self-expression and remaining unapologetically true to oneself .
To celebrate the next chapter of her partnership with Reebok , Cardi B has redesigned the iconic Club C silhouette to headline her first-ever footwear collection .
The two silhouettes , the Club C Cardi ( $ 100 ) and the Cardi Coated Club C Double ( $ 80 ) , will feature women ’ s and children ’ s footwear sizing options ( juniors and infant ) .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ Cardi , there ’ s a “ bloody shoe ” in the mix , putting a far more comfortable spin on the term “ red-bottoms ” ( because a girl can ’ t live in Louboutins alone ) .
And because there ’ s little Cardi doesn ’ t document onscreen , she and Reebok gave us a little behind-the-scenes on the creation of the Reebok x Cardi B collection , including the pandemic-protocoled campaign shoot .
Cardi B was rightfully the first to get the goods ; on Sunday , she posted @ @ @ @ @ @ @ delivery that will likely reach a few other celebs , as the always-unfiltered “ WAP ” rapper reacted .
As reported by Page Six :

Maiysha Kai on The Glow Up, shared by Maiysha Kai to The Root

Friday the 13th has always been a day that raises eyebrows, so it’s only fitting that this Friday, Nov. 13 should be the day perpetual eyebrow-raiser Cardi B drops her first-ever footwear collection with Reebok. The raptress initially teased the collaboration during her birthday weekend last month with an immediately sold-out limited drop, but as of Friday, fans have a second chance to cop items from Cardi’s Club C collection.
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Per a release from Reebok provided to The Glow Up:
Reebok is proud to announce its first-ever footwear collection with the ever-iconic Cardi B. The collection, officially dropping on November 13, amplifies a collective mission to inspire women through self-expression and remaining unapologetically true to oneself. To celebrate the next chapter of her partnership with Reebok, Cardi B has redesigned the iconic Club C silhouette to headline her first-ever footwear collection. The two silhouettes, the Club C Cardi ($100) and the Cardi Coated Club C Double ($80), will feature women’s and children’s footwear sizing options (juniors and infant).
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Of course, because it’s Cardi, there’s a “bloody shoe” in the mix, putting a far more comfortable spin on the term “red-bottoms” (because a girl can’t live in Louboutins alone). And because there’s little Cardi doesn’t document onscreen, she and Reebok gave us a little behind-the-scenes on the creation of the Reebok x Cardi B collection, including the pandemic-protocoled campaign shoot.
Cardi B was rightfully the first to get the goods; on Sunday, she posted an Instagram video previewing the dramatic home delivery that will likely reach a few other celebs, as the always-unfiltered “WAP” rapper reacted.
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As reported by Page Six:
In the video, two women deliver a giant “B”-shaped red snakeskin box, which unzips to reveal an interior modeled after Cardi’s mouth and stuck-out tongue, along with the Club C Cardi kicks. The Grammy winner couldn’t contain her excitement, shouting “Fire!” as her exclusive shoes were unboxed.


theroot--2020-11-10--Tell Us How You Really Feel: YG and Nipsey Hussle’s Post-Election Anthem ‘FDT’ Hits No. 1 on iTunes

In today ’ s installment of ‘ Why I Love Black Folks , ’ I ’ m gon na take it way back .
And by ‘ way back ’ I mean back to this past Saturday around 11:30 a.m .
ET , when the news first broke that Joseph Robinette Biden Jr. , was indeed our President-Elect .
It was a day filled with parades , jubilant people , and dancing in the streets all across the country—but the thing I really want to zero in on is the sound .
And no , I ’ m not talking @ @ @ @ @ @ @ D.C. , nor am I talking about the sound of feet stomping on the pavement mid-Cha-Cha slide in Atlanta .
No , the sound that I ’ m talking about is the raspy rhymes of rappers YG and the late Nipsey Hussle that blared through the streets of Los Angeles late that afternoon ; specifically , their 2016 track “ Fuck Donald Trump.
” Twitter , of course , documented some of the celebration set to the song ’ s revival : The bop jumped straight to the top of the iTunes charts @ @ @ @ @ @ @ “ Party In The USA ” ( which , I mean , I guess chile .
The former seems a bit more appropriate IMHO but I digress ) .
Billboard reported that the song saw “ major digital sales gains , ” with its reign actually starting on Election Day and continuing on through the tumultuous weekend .
They explained further here : “ FDT ” ( which , if you haven ’ t already deduced stands for “ Fuck Donald Trump ” ) was downloaded 3,000 times , according to initial sales @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 740 % gain over the song ’ s sales count on Nov. 6 .
In the four days preceding Nov. 7 ( Nov. 3-6 ) , the song scored 2,000 downloads , up 233 % from the previous four-day period ( Oct. 30-Nov. 2 ) .
” As of this week , the song still remains in the Top Ten despite getting knocked some spots down thanks to Justin Bieber and Luke Combs , but the fact that it ’ s even still ranking high is honestly good enough for me .
Hmm @ @ @ @ @ @ @ myself , you know , for research purposes .

Shanelle Genai on The Grapevine, shared by Shanelle Genai to The Root

In today’s installment of ‘Why I Love Black Folks,’ I’m gonna take it way back. And by ‘way back’ I mean back to this past Saturday around 11:30 a.m. ET, when the news first broke that Joseph Robinette Biden Jr., was indeed our President-Elect. It was a day filled with parades, jubilant people, and dancing in the streets all across the country—but the thing I really want to zero in on is the sound.
And no, I’m not talking about the sound of cowbells ringing in D.C., nor am I talking about the sound of feet stomping on the pavement mid-Cha-Cha slide in Atlanta. No, the sound that I’m talking about is the raspy rhymes of rappers YG and the late Nipsey Hussle that blared through the streets of Los Angeles late that afternoon; specifically, their 2016 track “Fuck Donald Trump.” Twitter, of course, documented some of the celebration set to the song’s revival:
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The bop jumped straight to the top of the iTunes charts, alongside Miley Cyrus’ 2009 hit “Party In The USA” (which, I mean, I guess chile. The former seems a bit more appropriate IMHO but I digress). Billboard reported that the song saw “major digital sales gains,” with its reign actually starting on Election Day and continuing on through the tumultuous weekend. They explained further here:
“FDT” (which, if you haven’t already deduced stands for “Fuck Donald Trump”) was downloaded 3,000 times, according to initial sales reports to Nielsen Music/MRC Data, a 740% gain over the song’s sales count on Nov. 6. In the four days preceding Nov. 7 (Nov. 3-6), the song scored 2,000 downloads, up 233% from the previous four-day period (Oct. 30-Nov. 2).”
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As of this week, the song still remains in the Top Ten despite getting knocked some spots down thanks to Justin Bieber and Luke Combs, but the fact that it’s even still ranking high is honestly good enough for me.
Hmm. I should probably go blast it myself, you know, for research purposes.


theroot--2020-11-10--The 10 Best Deals of November 10, 2020

The 10 Best Deals of November 10, 2020

It ’ s November 10 , and we at Kinja Deals are here to bring you the top 10 deals of the day .
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If you ’ re still craving more deals , take a look at Tuesday ’ s best deals overall .
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Putting plastic gel directly on your retinas every morning isn ’ t exactly comfortable or pleasant , so you ’ ll probably need a pair of glasses , too , for the days you don ’ t feel like popping your contacts in .
Fortunately , our friends at GlassesUSA are running a promotion for when desperate times call for desperate measures .
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However bad your eyesight , however dry your eyes , and however severe your astigmatism , GlasesUSA offers a surprising amount of variety of lenses in its online catalog .
As for the free frames , the only catch is this : you won ’ t be emailed a code to redeem until after you ’ ve checked out with the contacts , after which you ’ ll be able to choose between thousands of glasses .
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With reviews of the next-gen Xbox consoles finally live on Gizmodo and Kotaku @ @ @ @ @ @ @ say Microsoft ’ s latest hardware puts up a good fight against Sony ’ s PS5 .
The software , however—at least that which is exclusive—Alex Cranz argues in her review , “ ... remind me of my brother when he was in college and committed to backward baseball caps.
” That said , the barrier to entry is much more affordable in comparison .
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Since you don ’ t have to pay for these games outright individually , to say Game Pass adds value to the Xbox as a concept is an understatement .
The Xbox , some would say , is defined by the service .
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While I wasn ’ t a fan of the original AirPods due to the lack of rubberized tips , these boast substantive upgrades over their younger sibling and predecessor , including sweat and water resistance for intense exercise .
And , for a limited time only I presume , they ’ re discounted 22 % on Amazon .
Although I ’ ll admit the battery life leaves something to be desired @ @ @ @ @ @ @ AirPods Pro are some of the best true wireless earbuds you can buy right now , and probably the best in their size with active noise canceling functionality .
Just see what our friend Adam Clark Estes had to say in his review for Gizmodo : One of his few complaints about AirPods Pro was the steep price tag , $ 250 MSRP .
At $ 194 , however , little more than a pair of Bose Soundsport Free and Jabra Elite 75t which don ’ t tout ANC technology or always-on pairing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ don ’ t want to miss out on .
This deal was originally posted by Gabe Carey .
When it ’ s time to whip it real good , a Dash stand mixer is a good bet to get the job done .
These colorful mixers give you an old school vibe that can slot into both retro and modern kitchen themes .
Available in Black , Blue , Green , Orange , and Red , this 3.5-quart unit isn ’ t the most spacious , but at just $ 50 ( $ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ hard to ask for much more .
You ’ ll get two beaters , two dough hooks , and a stainless steel mixing bowl to go along with the tilting head unit .
This deal was originally published by Quentyn Kennemer .
Massage guns are quickly becoming a favorite of those whose spa trips took a sudden halt during the pandemic .
These things vibrate with high intensity to beat any muscle in your body into submission .
Hyperice is like the Rolls Royce of that world , and Best Buy is giving @ @ @ @ @ @ @ your holiday budget with a $ 70 discount .
It ships with four different attachment heads and works up to three hours on a single charge .
This deal was originally published by Quentyn Kennemer .
At The Home Depot you can score an 18V Ryobi cordless compact drill and driver for $ 30 cheaper than usual , bringing the final total to $ 99 .
If you already have Ryobi ONE+ tools , you can use any of the 18V batteries from them to back up the two you get in the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ include bits and such , but those are 25 % off , too .
This deal was originally published by Quentyn Kennemer .
Crash Bandicoot 4 : It ’ s About Time dropped at a really weird time for me , and I wasn ’ t interested in paying $ 60 for something that would sit on the shelf for a while .
But at $ 40 , I might have to put a pause on my Watch Dogs : Legion antics to get back to my roots .
Amazon has the deal @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a $ 10 coupon stacked on top .
There are more playable characters , abilities , bosses , and worlds than ever before , so if you ’ re not interested in next gen right now , this is a fine way to keep busy until the games start rolling .
This deal was originally published by Quentyn Kennemer .
Today only , Amazon has select Vantrue dash cams up to 35 % off .
This brand is said to be one of the best in this realm , and that ’ s @ @ @ @ @ @ @ four-star reviews at Amazon .
If you need something basic , this mini dash cam records footage up to 1080p and costs just $ 52 .
But it may be worth expanding your budget a bit for this $ 120 dual dash cam that reaches up to 2.5K resolution ( about 1440p ) .
There ’ s even a 4K model if you need the most detail possible , and that ’ s just another $ 10 up .
This deal was originally published by Quentyn Kennemer .

Juliana Clark on Kinja Deals, shared by Gabe Carey to The Root

Tuesday’s Best Deals | Kinja Deals
It’s November 10, and we at Kinja Deals are here to bring you the top 10 deals of the day. Are you exhausted from working from home? Treat yourself to the Hyperice m assage g un. Maybe use this time to upgrade the frames of your reading glasses. Embrace your inner Pat McGrath with the Yves Saint Laurent M ini R ouge l ipstick s et.
If you’re still craving more deals, take a look at Tuesday’s best deals overall.
#1: GlassesUSA frames + contacts
For contact lens wearers, the routine gets old quick, and for good reason. Putting plastic gel directly on your retinas every morning isn’t exactly comfortable or pleasant, so you’ll probably need a pair of glasses, too, for the days you don’t feel like popping your contacts in. Fortunately, our friends at GlassesUSA are running a promotion for when desperate times call for desperate measures. Using the promo code FREE-GLASSES, you’ll be eligible for a free pair of glasses when you spend $120 or more on contacts at GlassesUSA. With a number of options to choose from, including dailys, weeklys, and monthlys.
However bad your eyesight, however dry your eyes, and however severe your astigmatism, GlasesUSA offers a surprising amount of variety of lenses in its online catalog. As for the free frames, the only catch is this: you won’t be emailed a code to redeem until after you’ve checked out with the contacts, after which you’ll be able to choose between thousands of glasses. Best sellers, discount frames, sunglasses, and non-prescription BLUEASE glasses are all part of the promotion. The only glasses you won’t be able to snatch up at extra no cost are the frames marked premium. Everything else is on the table. And for anyone who doesn’t care for contacts but still needs a new pair of glasses, our readers can still take 65% off frames using the promo code KINJA65.
This deal was originally published by Gabe Carey.
#2: Xbox game pass ultimate
With reviews of the next-gen Xbox consoles finally live on Gizmodo and Kotaku, it’s now safe to say Microsoft’s latest hardware puts up a good fight against Sony’s PS5. The software, however—at least that which is exclusive—Alex Cranz argues in her review, “... remind me of my brother when he was in college and committed to backward baseball caps.” That said, the barrier to entry is much more affordable in comparison. While most PlayStation exclusives cost a whopping $70 apiece, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate costs just $29 using our exclusive promo code KINJAXBOXDEAL over at Eneba and nets you access to a whole library of critically-acclaimed titles if you were lucky enough to scoop one today, including Gears 5, No Man’s Sky, and my personal favorite current-gen offering Forza Horizon 4 from day one.
Since you don’t have to pay for these games outright individually, to say Game Pass adds value to the Xbox as a concept is an understatement. The Xbox, some would say, is defined by the service. For what amounts to roughly $9 a month at this discounted rate, you’ll have not only hundreds of high-quality games at your disposal, but you’ll be opted into an Xbox Live Gold membership as well, letting you play with your friends online at no additional cost. Because Eneba did not provide an expiration date for the coupon, you’ll want to jump on this special discount quickly, before time runs out.
This deal was originally published by Gabe Carey.
#3: Unicorn jerky cbd candy
I’ve been taking Sunday Scaries CBD on the reg for several months now, and I have to say, of all their offerings, Unicorn Jerky is my favorite. On top of putting a smile on my face every time I see the packaging, it tastes pretty great and doesn’t take long to get the chill vibes flowing. Flavor-wise, it reminds me of Sour Punch Straws, only without the sour, if that makes sense. Sugary and sweet without overwhelming your palette, Unicorn Jerky is the way to go if you prefer your cannabinoids delicious. The only downside is you’ll want to eat more than one. For a limited time only, try it out for yourself at a 20% discount on us, using the promo code EJSUPPORT20.
In addition to stimulating your tastebuds, you can’t talk about Sunday Scaries’ Unicorn Jerky without mentioning its contributions to The Trevor Project, a non-profit committed to crisis intervention and suicide prevention for at-risk LGBTQ youth. As a bisexual person myself, this is one charity organization I can get behind. For pack of the bright and colorful full spectrum CBD-infused edible you buy, Sunday Scaries donates a dollar to the cause. While that might not sound like much, a little bit goes a long way, especially with savings this deep. Because the coupon is automatically applied at checkout, you don’t even have to remember it to check out and take advantage of our exclusive deal. Chow down, relax, and feel good doing it while supplies last.
This deal was originally published by Gabe Carey.
#4: Yves saint laurent lipstick set
Give your lips a dash of color with a limited edition, Yves Saint Laurent Mini Rouge Couture Lipstick Set. It’s $50 and can be a great gift for the makeup-obsessed person in your life. You’ll receive four different shades to fit your fancy in a satin finish, which is just as classic as the brand YSL.
This deal was originally published by Ignacia Fulcher.
#5: Airpods pro
I’m no stranger to the AirPods Pro magic Kinja Deals readers have gone apeshit over ever since Apple’s true wireless active noise-canceling earbuds first went on sale. Between the H1 chip—which allows for automatic pairing to iPhones and iPads and pretty damn seamless pairing to everything else as well—and their better than expected ability to block out ambient sound, the AirPods Pro are close to perfect. While I wasn’t a fan of the original AirPods due to the lack of rubberized tips, these boast substantive upgrades over their younger sibling and predecessor, including sweat and water resistance for intense exercise. And, for a limited time only I presume, they’re discounted 22% on Amazon.
Although I’ll admit the battery life leaves something to be desired, unless transparency mode is enabled, AirPods Pro are some of the best true wireless earbuds you can buy right now, and probably the best in their size with active noise canceling functionality. Just see what our friend Adam Clark Estes had to say in his review for Gizmodo:
I’ve never loved the AirPods. That’s mainly because I’m one of the few people whose ears just don’t fit with the mostly universal design. But they wouldn’t be so popular if they weren’t great earbuds. So when Apple announced the AirPods Pro with different fit options and a flurry of new features, I thought it must be time for me to be a fanatic. I’ve been using them for a week, and I love them.
One of his few complaints about AirPods Pro was the steep price tag, $250 MSRP. At $194, however, little more than a pair of Bose Soundsport Free and Jabra Elite 75t which don’t tout ANC technology or always-on pairing, AirPods Pro are a steal you don’t want to miss out on.
This deal was originally posted by Gabe Carey.
#6: Dash stand mixer
When it’s time to whip it real good, a Dash stand mixer is a good bet to get the job done. These colorful mixers give you an old school vibe that can slot into both retro and modern kitchen themes. Available in Black, Blue, Green, Orange, and Red, this 3.5-quart unit isn’t the most spacious, but at just $50 ($30 off), it’s hard to ask for much more. You’ll get two beaters, two dough hooks, and a stainless steel mixing bowl to go along with the tilting head unit.
This deal was originally published by Quentyn Kennemer.
#7: hyperice massage gun
Massage guns are quickly becoming a favorite of those whose spa trips took a sudden halt during the pandemic. These things vibrate with high intensity to beat any muscle in your body into submission. Hyperice is like the Rolls Royce of that world, and Best Buy is giving you a chance to sneak one into your holiday budget with a $70 discount. It ships with four different attachment heads and works up to three hours on a single charge.
This deal was originally published by Quentyn Kennemer.
#8: Ryobi cordless drill
At The Home Depot you can score an 18V Ryobi cordless compact drill and driver for $30 cheaper than usual, bringing the final total to $99. If you already have Ryobi ONE+ tools, you can use any of the 18V batteries from them to back up the two you get in the box. This package doesn’t include bits and such, but those are 25% off, too.
This deal was originally published by Quentyn Kennemer.
#9: crash bandicoot 4
Crash Bandicoot 4: It’s About Time dropped at a really weird time for me, and I wasn’t interested in paying $60 for something that would sit on the shelf for a while. But at $40, I might have to put a pause on my Watch Dogs: Legion antics to get back to my roots. Amazon has the deal with a $10 standard discount and a $10 coupon stacked on top. There are more playable characters, abilities, bosses, and worlds than ever before, so if you’re not interested in next gen right now, this is a fine way to keep busy until the games start rolling.
This deal was originally published by Quentyn Kennemer.
#10: vantrue mini dash cams
Today only, Amazon has select Vantrue dash cams up to 35% off. This brand is said to be one of the best in this realm, and that’s no doubt backed up by waves of four-star reviews at Amazon. If you need something basic, this mini dash cam records footage up to 1080p and costs just $52. But it may be worth expanding your budget a bit for this $120 dual dash cam that reaches up to 2.5K resolution (about 1440p). There’s even a 4K model if you need the most detail possible, and that’s just another $10 up.
This deal was originally published by Quentyn Kennemer.


theroot--2020-11-10--Mike Tyson Reveals How He Dodged Drug Tests: a Prosthetic Penis and Pilfering His Own Child’s Urine

If you ’ re looking for some slightly disturbing Mike Tyson trivia , urine luck .
( I ’ m not sorry for that , not even a little bit . )
The 54-year-old former heavyweight champion opened up—arguably a bit too much—on the latest episode of his podcast Hotboxin ’ with Mike Tyson , discussing how he would evade positive drug tests during his fighting days .
His tried-and-true tactics : a prosthetic penis , also called a “ whizzinator , ” writes CBS Sports , and urine samples from his children .
“ I put my baby ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , one time I was using my wife ’ s [ urine ] and my wife was like ‘ Baby you better not hope that it comes back pregnant or something , ’ ” Tyson told guest Jeff Novitzky , the vice president of athlete health and performance for the UFC .
“ I said nah , so we ain ’ t gon na use you anymore , we ’ re gon na use the kid .
Cuz I got scared that the piss might come back pregnant , ” Tyson continued .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ he ’ d had a male athlete ’ s urine sample come back positive for pregnancy before .
He also asked if Tyson made sure to pick out the right color prosthetic—referencing an NFL player who apparently had not paid much attention to detail .
As much intimidate detail as Tyson shared , there are key details missing from the story .
It ’ s not clear exactly which substances he was trying to hide in his urine , though , as CBS News notes , he has talked about trying to avoid @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in the past ( he has never tested positive for performance-enhancing drugs ) .
It ’ s also unclear from which of his seven children—or which of his three wives—he was pilfering pee-pee from ( I ’ m going to go ahead and rule out his current boo Lakiha Spicer , whom he married in 2009 , because he was retired by then ) .
Tyson is looking to step back into the ring in a matter of weeks , facing off against famed boxing champion and commentator Roy Jones Jr .
The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ division before , but had to move up to that class from lower weight divisions .
He is typically much lighter than Tyson ( like , 50 lbs lighter ) , and is considered one of the best pound-for-pound fighters of all time .
The two geezers will face off on Nov. 28 in an eight-round match in Los Angeles .
We ’ re assuming Tyson will bring his A-game against Jones , but as The Root previously covered , the legendary fighter is already looking ahead .
Up next on his fight-night @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Evander Holyfield .

If you’re looking for some slightly disturbing Mike Tyson trivia, urine luck.
(I’m not sorry for that, not even a little bit.)
The 54-year-old former heavyweight champion opened up—arguably a bit too much—on the latest episode of his podcast Hotboxin’ with Mike Tyson, discussing how he would evade positive drug tests during his fighting days. His tried-and-true tactics: a prosthetic penis, also called a “whizzinator,” writes CBS Sports, and urine samples from his children.
“I put my baby’s urine in it. And sometimes, one time I was using my wife’s [urine] and my wife was like ‘Baby you better not hope that it comes back pregnant or something,’” Tyson told guest Jeff Novitzky, the vice president of athlete health and performance for the UFC.
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“I said nah, so we ain’t gonna use you anymore, we’re gonna use the kid. Cuz I got scared that the piss might come back pregnant,” Tyson continued.
He called the device “awesome.”
During the conversation, Novitzky confirmed that he’d had a male athlete’s urine sample come back positive for pregnancy before. He also asked if Tyson made sure to pick out the right color prosthetic—referencing an NFL player who apparently had not paid much attention to detail.
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Tyson assured Novitzky that he had.
As much intimidate detail as Tyson shared, there are key details missing from the story. It’s not clear exactly which substances he was trying to hide in his urine, though, as CBS News notes, he has talked about trying to avoid getting caught for marijuana and cocaine use in the past (he has never tested positive for performance-enhancing drugs). It’s also unclear from which of his seven children—or which of his three wives—he was pilfering pee-pee from (I’m going to go ahead and rule out his current boo Lakiha Spicer, whom he married in 2009, because he was retired by then).
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Tyson is looking to step back into the ring in a matter of weeks, facing off against famed boxing champion and commentator Roy Jones Jr.
The 51-year-old Jones has fought in the heavyweight division before, but had to move up to that class from lower weight divisions. He is typically much lighter than Tyson (like, 50 lbs lighter), and is considered one of the best pound-for-pound fighters of all time. The two geezers will face off on Nov. 28 in an eight-round match in Los Angeles.
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We’re assuming Tyson will bring his A-game against Jones, but as The Root previously covered, the legendary fighter is already looking ahead. Up next on his fight-night wish last: a third bout against Evander Holyfield.