theroot--2020-09-23--The Verdict Is In: These Are the Best Non-Stick Pans You Can Buy Online, According to the Experts

There ’ s no shortage of debate over which frying pans will deliver the best performance for any budget .
As a seasoned home cook , I can make a meal in just about any pot or pan thrown my way .
However , after recently cooking a couple of duck breasts in my weathered , off-brand-years-old pan , I figured it might be time to upgrade my cookware and research the best non-stick frying pans you can find on the internet .
These picks come straight from experts and cooking aficionados who want to make sure you get something @ @ @ @ @ @ @ your budget .
Let ’ s get to it .
This pan was rated the best overall frying pan over at Food Network for a reason .
It can heat super fast , but EVENLY , so no matter where you place the meat on the pan , it ’ ll get the same amount of brown , which is super important for stir-frys or whatever else .
Plus , it ’ s only $ 24 , which is a great beginning price for the budget-conscious .
So , here ’ s a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ by Consumer Reports .
Apparently I DO know what I ’ m talking about .
I ’ ve had this duo for about eight years , and honestly , the main reason for the purchase was for the color ( red matched with the rest of my kitchen ) .
Home decor aside , the pan heats evenly , and things like eggs will easily slide off the pan .
Cleanup is simpler—give it a rinse with a sponge and you should be ready to go .
But if you ’ re lazy @ @ @ @ @ @ @ it in the dishwasher .
It says it can withstand oven temperatures of 350 degrees or less , but I ’ ve made duck breasts in this bad boy on 450 and it was fine .
Plus , this duo , which includes 10.5- and 12-inch pans at a low $ 29 is a deal in and of itself .
Got a pro mindset but a more modest budget ?
Worry not : Tramontina ’ s non-stick restaurant pan finds the sweet spot between those extremes .
It ’ s weightier than the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ up to 400 degrees .
It even has a sweet silicone grip to keep your hands safe .
It ’ s the Wirecutter ’ s pick for the best overall nonstick pan around , with the review citing its “ durable coating ” and “ excellent maneuverability , ” not to mention the good heat distribution and long-lasting build .
It ’ s also just $ 35 right now at Amazon .
Usually , ceramic pans lose their slickness over time , but we ’ ve found Green Pan ’ s frying pan @ @ @ @ @ @ @ PFAS- , PFOA- , lead- and cadmium-free , which means good for the planet .
We stan .
This last pick is for the folks who are PROFESSIONAL , ok ?
Le Creuset is a well-known brand for a reason .
This pan can withstand heat up to 500 degrees in the oven , is PFOA-free , as well as dishwasher- and broiler-safe .
So get creative with the meals you ’ re going to want to make .
Obviously , with all of this going for it , the price is about @ @ @ @ @ @ @ but it ’ s an investment that will last you for years to come , and isn ’ t that what you want from cookware , anyway ?

Ignacia and Andrew Hayward on Roundups, shared by Gabe Carey to The Root

Top Product: Always Pan
Cooking your own food slaps. We all love to get takeaway when we can, but there’s something so innately satisfying about cooking a dish from scratch on your own that is hard to match. If you’re someone who’s recently discovered the joys of home-cooking, then you probably need to upgrade your equipment and grab one of the best non-stick pans.
Non-stick pans are a huge boost to your cooking ability because not having to worry about sticking things to your pan by accident is huge. It’s a hassle to have to think about it, and not having to makes your life easier, and things that make life easier can only be good, you know?
So, we’ve gone ahead and picked out the best non-stick pans around no matter what you like to cook. So, feast your eyes on these options and then get back into the kitchen to make yourself a tasty treat.
Best Non-Stick Frying Pan Overall: Always Pan
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Long-term cooks have probably picked up a lot of pots, pans, and weird little kitchen gadgets they no longer use in their times in the kitchen. We all accumulate stuff to help us do the things we like, and cooking happens to have some of the larger bits and bobs that you may have picked up. However, you can actually reduce a lot of these accessories down into one pan, if you know which one to go with.
The Always Pan is an impressive non-stick ceramic pan that can let you fry, boil, braise, saute, strain, sear, and even steam your food. It’s got a modular lid to allow it to serve these different functions, and while it’s a bit pricey, it’s undoubtedly one of the best non-stick pans around for basically anything you want to cook.
Plus, it comes in a few different colors, which is nice.
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It’s no wonder Cuisinart has cultivated the reputation that it has. Their pans provide incredible quality at an affordable price, especially this 622-20 Chef’s Classic. It’s hard anodized, which is harder than stainless steel. This product is also dense, nonporous, and highly wear-resistant. Plus, it’s oven-safe up to 500 degrees F and has a tapered drip-free rim with a limited lifetime warranty.
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Faberware has brought heavy-duty performance and reliability for over 100 years. This cookware set has colorful exteriors and superior DiamondMax nonstick interiors that perform three times better than ceramic nonstick. These pots and pans are oven safe up to 350°F. The shatter-resistant glass lids allow cooking to be monitored without losing heat or moisture. It has durable construction with heavy-duty aluminum for excellent heat distribution and durability.
Note that this set includes:
1-Quart Covered Saucepan
2-Quart Covered Straining Saucepan
5-Quart Covered Dutch Oven
8- and 9.75-Inch Skillets
9-Inch by 13-Inch Cookie Sheet
6 Prestige Nylon Tools: Slotted Turner and Spoon, Solid Spoon, Pasta Fork, Whisk, Ladle
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The Granite Stone Diamond 8" Nonstick Titanium & Mineral Infused Round Fry Pan is absolutely a steal!
The titanium and diamond-infused coating allows you to cook with less butter or oil so that you can stay healthy. The lightweight design makes for a comfortable cooking experience.
Plus, it’s made by pressing from a single sheet of aluminum for even heat distribution and no hot spots. This product is even oven safe up to 500°F.
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Also, feel safe knowing that this pan is PFOA-free and suitable for all stovetops.
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Do you have the confidence of a professional chef but shopping on a more modest budget? Worry not: Tramontina’s non-stick restaurant pan has found the sweet spot just for you. It’s a bit heavier than most skillets and can take heat up to 400 degrees. It was also manufactured with a sweet silicone grip to keep your hands safe during the next gourmet cooking spree.
Made in the USA, this pan was the Wirecutter’s pick for the best overall non-stick pan around, with the review citing its “durable coating” and “excellent maneuverability,” not to mention the good heat distribution and long-lasting build. It’s also just $30 right now at Amazon.
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The Copper Chef Non-Stick Fry Pan, 8 Inch comes with a steel induction plate for rapid heat distribution across. Heat resistant up to 850° F, this pan is perfect for the oven or any stovetop, including electric, induction, ceramic, and gas. This product is part of Cerami-Tech which comes with an exclusive non-stick ceramic coating and riveted handles for a super-secure grip. With Cerami-Tech, clean-up is super easy without leaving any residue behind. Plus, it’s dishwasher safe.
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The GraniteStone Diamond 10" Titanium Nonstick Coating Mineral Infused Fry Pan has triple food-grade granite layers for maximum durability and to prevent age or heat-induced warping. It’s oven-safe for up to 500° Fahrenheit and comes with a toxin-free ceramic non-stick coating that is free of PFOA and has a scratch-resistant surface. It’s even suitable for all stovetops and metal utensil and dishwasher safe.
This story was originally published by Ignacia Fulcher on 09/14/2020 and updated with new information by Jason Coles on 02/08/2022.


theroot--2020-09-23--Advertisers and Social Media Companies Agree On Steps to Curb Hate Speech

Facebook , YouTube and Twitter have come to an agreement with a collective of advertisers on steps to curb hate speech and other harmful content on their platforms .
They ’ re baby steps but steps nonetheless , I suppose .
According to Reuters , the move comes three months after the George Floyd protests spurred advertisers to boycott Facebook over its lax policies regarding hate speech .
Advertisers have long had an issue with the fact that social media companies did little to prevent their ads from appearing next to hate speech , fake news and otherwise harmful content @ @ @ @ @ @ @ other hand , want to appear as though they ’ re being proactive about the issue to avoid potential government regulation .
On Wednesday , the World Federation of Advertisers announced that the deal reached will have all three platforms adopt common definitions for what is considered harmful content , as well as harmonized reporting standards .
The platforms also agreed to give advertisers more control over what content is seen next to their ads and to have external auditors review some of their practices .
“ This is a significant milestone in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Whilst change doesn ’ t happen overnight , today marks an important step in the right direction , ” Luis Di Como , Executive Vice President of Global Media at Unilever , told Reuters .
Carolyn Everson , v ice p resident for g lobal m arketing s olutions at Facebook , said the deal “ has aligned the industry on the brand safety floor and suitability framework , giving us all a unified language to move forward on the fight against hate online , ” which is a lot of words to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on the same page about what ’ s offensive.
” This really just sounds like it ’ s going to stop ads from appearing next hate speech and not , you know , outright removing the hate speech .
I ’ d much rather hate speech be stamped out completely , but I guess it ’ s nice it won ’ t be appearing next to Coke ads ?
The deal was met with skepticism by those who believe more regulation is needed for social media platforms .
“ Any progress in reducing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , ” David Babbs of the United Kingdom -based organization Clean Up the Internet told Reuters via email .
“ However , up to now voluntary action from social media companies has rarely lived up to its initial promises .
So time will tell how much of a difference this latest industry-led initiative will make.
” Stop Hate for Profit is a boycott campaign against Facebook supported by the Anti-Defamation League and NAACP .
The campaign did not immediately respond to Reuters request for comment .
A statement issued last week by the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ failures lead to real-life violence and sow division , and we ’ re calling on the company to improve its policies .
We need to urge people to vote and demand Facebook stop undermining our democracy .
Enough is enough .
”

Facebook, YouTube and Twitter have come to an agreement with a collective of advertisers on steps to curb hate speech and other harmful content on their platforms. They’re baby steps but steps nonetheless, I suppose.
According to Reuters, the move comes three months after the George Floyd protests spurred advertisers to boycott Facebook over its lax policies regarding hate speech. Advertisers have long had an issue with the fact that social media companies did little to prevent their ads from appearing next to hate speech, fake news and otherwise harmful content.
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Social media companies, on the other hand, want to appear as though they’re being proactive about the issue to avoid potential government regulation. On Wednesday, the World Federation of Advertisers announced that the deal reached will have all three platforms adopt common definitions for what is considered harmful content, as well as harmonized reporting standards. The platforms also agreed to give advertisers more control over what content is seen next to their ads and to have external auditors review some of their practices.
“This is a significant milestone in the journey to rebuild trust online...Whilst change doesn’t happen overnight, today marks an important step in the right direction,” Luis Di Como, Executive Vice President of Global Media at Unilever, told Reuters.
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Carolyn Everson, v ice p resident for g lobal m arketing s olutions at Facebook, said the deal “has aligned the industry on the brand safety floor and suitability framework, giving us all a unified language to move forward on the fight against hate online,” which is a lot of words to say, “we’re finally on the same page about what’s offensive.”
This really just sounds like it’s going to stop ads from appearing next hate speech and not, you know, outright removing the hate speech. I’d much rather hate speech be stamped out completely, but I guess it’s nice it won’t be appearing next to Coke ads?
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The deal was met with skepticism by those who believe more regulation is needed for social media platforms. “Any progress in reducing harmful online content is to be welcomed,” David Babbs of the United Kingdom -based organization Clean Up the Internet told Reuters via email. “However, up to now voluntary action from social media companies has rarely lived up to its initial promises. So time will tell how much of a difference this latest industry-led initiative will make.”
Stop Hate for Profit is a boycott campaign against Facebook supported by the Anti-Defamation League and NAACP. The campaign did not immediately respond to Reuters request for comment.
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A statement issued last week by the campaign said: “Facebook’s failures lead to real-life violence and sow division, and we’re calling on the company to improve its policies. We need to urge people to vote and demand Facebook stop undermining our democracy. Enough is enough.”


theroot--2020-09-23--Independent Autopsy Shows Dijon Kizzee Was Shot 15 Times by LA Deputies, 3 Shots Fired After He Was

Independent Autopsy Shows Dijon Kizzee Was Shot 15 Times by LA Deputies, 3 Shots Fired After He Was on the Ground, Attorneys Say

Earlier this month , The Root reported that on August 31 , 29-year-old Dijon Kizzee was fatally shot by Los Angeles County sheriff ’ s deputies .
Details as to what happened during the shooting are a bit murky as accounts of what happened that day vary depending on who you ask and when—meaning there are inconsistencies between what witnesses reported and what the deputies involved say happened , as well as inconsistencies and changes within the deputies ’ accounts in general .
What we do know , according to attorneys representing Kizzee ’ s family , is that an @ @ @ @ @ @ @ times .
The Los Angeles Times reports that attorney Carl Douglas said at a news conference Tuesday that the autopsy performed at the request of the family shows Kizzee was already on the ground when some of the shots were fired and that he didn ’ t immediately die from his wounds .
According to CBS News , the autopsy report specifically says that 7 of the 15 shots hit Kizzee in the back and 3 were fired after he was already down .
“ What this shows is Dijon Kizzee was not @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 15 shots struck him , ” Douglas said .
“ What this shows is he was alive and breathing and writhing in pain when the officers continued to stay away , ” he continued , suggesting that the deputies had a chance to get emergency medical help for Kizzee and failed to do so .
“ When they got a shield first , and they had a shield walking up to the man while he was writhing in pain .
All too often , law enforcement officers misinterpret writhing in pain as some @ @ @ @ @ @ @ are a few things worth mentioning here , such as the fact that this whole thing started because Kizzee was riding his bike on the wrong side of the street and the fact that the deputies ’ versions of the story have changed at least twice .
The news conference followed a briefing last week at which Sheriff Alex Villanueva and other sheriff ’ s officials offered new details of what led up to the shooting , which has generated national attention and .
They said Kizzee was riding his bike on the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ was stopped by two deputies from the South L.A. station .
Capt .
Kent Wegener said Kizzee made a U-turn in front of deputies , dropped his bike on the sidewalk and ran .
As one deputy caught up to Kizzee , Wegener said , Kizzee lifted his arms , clothes in each hand , struck a deputy in the face , and a pistol dropped to the ground .
“ He bends over , reaches , picks up the gun and is shot as he stands with the gun in hand , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ see that the deputy struggling with Kizzee does not arm himself until Kizzee bends down to pick up the gun he dropped.
” That narrative conflicts in some ways with prior versions of events .
Sheriff ’ s officials had previously said that the shooting occurred after the gun fell to the ground .
A day later , the Sheriff ’ s Department said it happened when Kizzee “ made a motion ” toward the gun .
Civil rights attorney Ben Crump , who also represents the family , disputes the latest official @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the deputies .
“ He put his hands in the air , ” Crump said Tuesday , CBS reports .
“ He put his hands in the air , dropped the bag , and they continued to shoot him , even though he posed no threat.
” According to Douglas , witnesses also reported that Kizzee did not have anything in his hands in the moment he was shot .

Earlier this month, The Root reported that on August 31, 29-year-old Dijon Kizzee was fatally shot by Los Angeles County sheriff’s deputies. Details as to what happened during the shooting are a bit murky as accounts of what happened that day vary depending on who you ask and when—meaning there are inconsistencies between what witnesses reported and what the deputies involved say happened, as well as inconsistencies and changes within the deputies’ accounts in general. What we do know, according to attorneys representing Kizzee’s family, is that an independent autopsy shows Kizzee was shot 15 times.
The Los Angeles Times reports that attorney Carl Douglas said at a news conference Tuesday that the autopsy performed at the request of the family shows Kizzee was already on the ground when some of the shots were fired and that he didn’t immediately die from his wounds. According to CBS News, the autopsy report specifically says that 7 of the 15 shots hit Kizzee in the back and 3 were fired after he was already down.
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“What this shows is Dijon Kizzee was not holding a gun in his hand when 15 shots struck him,” Douglas said.
“What this shows is he was alive and breathing and writhing in pain when the officers continued to stay away,” he continued, suggesting that the deputies had a chance to get emergency medical help for Kizzee and failed to do so. “When they got a shield first, and they had a shield walking up to the man while he was writhing in pain. All too often, law enforcement officers misinterpret writhing in pain as some sort of act of resistance.”
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There are a few things worth mentioning here, such as the fact that this whole thing started because Kizzee was riding his bike on the wrong side of the street and the fact that the deputies’ versions of the story have changed at least twice.
From the Times:
The news conference followed a briefing last week at which Sheriff Alex Villanueva and other sheriff’s officials offered new details of what led up to the shooting, which has generated national attention and triggered days of protests . They said Kizzee was riding his bike on the wrong side of the street when he was stopped by two deputies from the South L.A. station. Capt. Kent Wegener said Kizzee made a U-turn in front of deputies, dropped his bike on the sidewalk and ran. As one deputy caught up to Kizzee, Wegener said, Kizzee lifted his arms, clothes in each hand, struck a deputy in the face, and a pistol dropped to the ground. “He bends over, reaches, picks up the gun and is shot as he stands with the gun in hand,” Wegener said. “You will see that the deputy struggling with Kizzee does not arm himself until Kizzee bends down to pick up the gun he dropped.” That narrative conflicts in some ways with prior versions of events. Sheriff’s officials had previously said that the shooting occurred after the gun fell to the ground. A day later, the Sheriff’s Department said it happened when Kizzee “made a motion” toward the gun.
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Civil rights attorney Ben Crump, who also represents the family, disputes the latest official report of what happened between Kizzee and the deputies.
“He put his hands in the air,” Crump said Tuesday, CBS reports. “He put his hands in the air, dropped the bag, and they continued to shoot him, even though he posed no threat.”
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According to Douglas, witnesses also reported that Kizzee did not have anything in his hands in the moment he was shot.


theroot--2020-09-23--Daniel Cameron’s Tears Were a Job Application

Of course , the tears Kentucky Attorney General Daniel Cameron shed during his press conference this afternoon were a lie .
They were also an audition .
The audience he was performing for—the people he ’ s been speaking to with his body language , his haircut , his intonation , his choice of wife , and his wedding date—witnessed both the sort of hollow empathy pecksniffian conservatives wield to feign humanity and Cameron ’ s ability to perform it under pressure .
While telling us why none of the officers responsible for Breonna Taylor ’ s death would face @ @ @ @ @ @ @ he was showing them that he ’ s their huckleberry : The Great Black Republican Hope .
Best in class .
The latest , greatest , ass .
And whenever the time comes for the next round of conservative contenders of color to be counted , Daniel Cameron is itching and inching to be first in line .
Standing tall .
Smiling wide .
His face freshly shaven .
His suit sharply pressed .
His tie tightly knotted .
His soul safety tucked into his pocket , next to 30 pieces of silver @ @ @ @ @ @

Damon Young on Very Smart Brothas, shared by Damon Young to The Root

Of course, the tears Kentucky Attorney General Daniel Cameron shed during his press conference this afternoon were a lie. They were also an audition. The audience he was performing for—the people he’s been speaking to with his body language, his haircut, his intonation, his choice of wife, and his wedding date—witnessed both the sort of hollow empathy pecksniffian conservatives wield to feign humanity and Cameron’s ability to perform it under pressure. While telling us why none of the officers responsible for Breonna Taylor’s death would face any legal consequences for killing her, he was showing them that he’s their huckleberry: The Great Black Republican Hope. Best in class. The latest, greatest, ass.
And whenever the time comes for the next round of conservative contenders of color to be counted, Daniel Cameron is itching and inching to be first in line. Standing tall. Smiling wide. His face freshly shaven. His suit sharply pressed. His tie tightly knotted. His soul safety tucked into his pocket, next to 30 pieces of silver and a bottle of Visine.


theroot--2020-09-23--The Rumors Are True: Team Doctors Punctured Tyrod Taylor's Lung and Somebody Should be Sued

As a team doctor , your job is to preserve the health , safety and privacy of some of the most talented athletes in professional sports .
It ’ s the type of responsibility that should never be taken lightly because if you fuck up , you could completely derail an organization or the trajectory of a player ’ s entire career .
That being said , I know an inside job when I see one .
With the 6th pick in the 2020 NFL Draft , the Los Angeles Chargers ( that still feels weird to say ) snatched @ @ @ @ @ @ @ their cornerstone of the future .
But the future isn ’ t the present , which means the Chargers still need someone to hold down the fort until Herbert is ready .
That someone is Tyrod Taylor , who eventually stumbled into the Chargers ’ lap after getting screwed out of his job with the Buffalo Bills .
Taylor has never set the NFL world on fire , but he ’ s a more than capable passer—and former Pro Bowler—who not only rarely throws interceptions , but is a dual-threat .
As such @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for Taylor to correct course and reclaim his throne as a starting quarterback in the NFL .
That is until one of the Chargers ’ team doctors committed medical malpractice before Sunday ’ s game against the Kansas City Chiefs .
A Los Angeles Chargers team doctor accidentally punctured quarterback Tyrod Taylor ’ s lung just before kickoff Sunday while trying to administer a pain-killing injection to the quarterback ’ s cracked ribs , league and team sources told ESPN .
That is the reason Taylor did not start Sunday and rookie quarterback @ @ @ @ @ @ @ champion Kansas City Chiefs , in an arrangement that is likely to continue Sunday against the Carolina Panthers and quite possibly beyond .
Yes , you read that correctly .
Taylor didn ’ t play on Sunday—and won ’ t for the foreseeable future , if at all this season—because a team doctor punctured his lung .
What in the fuck ?
In the grand scheme , was Herbert expected to eventually usurp Taylor as the team ’ s quarterback ?
Of course , he was .
But to be deprived of the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ because of someone else ’ s negligence is beyond foul .
So once again , Taylor gets screwed out of his job .
Getting stabbed in your lung is kind of a big deal , and according to Sam Farmer of the LA Times , Taylor could miss a significant chunk of the season .
“ Medical experts I ’ ve asked about the Tyrod Taylor situation say lung puncturing is a known risk on those injections and happens every so often , ” Farmer tweeted .
“ Almost never dangerous , usually @ @ @ @ @ @ @ but some docs recommend avoiding strenuous activity or contact for 4-6 weeks.
” Taylor isn ’ t Patrick Mahomes .
He doesn ’ t have up to 4-to-6 weeks .
That ’ s more than enough time for Herbert to potentially supplant him as a starter and put Taylor ’ s career—and wallet—in jeopardy moving forward .
It also could be grounds for a major lawsuit .
George Atallah , Assistant Executive Director of External Affairs for the NFL Players Association , confirmed that he ’ s been in touch with Taylor and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Taylor play again this season ?
For his part , Chargers coach Anthony Lynn vehemently maintains that despite Herbert ’ s promising debut on Sunday , Taylor will remain the team ’ s starting quarterback .
“ The young man stepped up , and I thought he played well under the circumstances , ” Lynn said on Monday .
“ If Tyrod ’ s not available , ( I think ) we can win with him [ ... ] But there ’ s a lot that you don ’ t know .
There @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ t get done with Justin on the field .
He ’ s a backup for a reason .
He ’ s a rookie .
And there ’ s a lot that he needs to learn about this game.
” For Taylor ’ s sake , I hope Lynn keeps that same energy and allows Taylor to return to the starting lineup whenever he ’ s fully recovered .
Because if not , it ’ s possible he might never be an NFL starter again .

As a team doctor, your job is to preserve the health, safety and privacy of some of the most talented athletes in professional sports. It’s the type of responsibility that should never be taken lightly because if you fuck up, you could completely derail an organization or the trajectory of a player’s entire career.
That being said, I know an inside job when I see one.
With the 6th pick in the 2020 NFL Draft, the Los Angeles Chargers (that still feels weird to say) snatched up promising quarterback Justin Herbert to become their cornerstone of the future. But the future isn’t the present, which means the Chargers still need someone to hold down the fort until Herbert is ready.
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That someone is Tyrod Taylor, who eventually stumbled into the Chargers’ lap after getting screwed out of his job with the Buffalo Bills. Taylor has never set the NFL world on fire, but he’s a more than capable passer—and former Pro Bowler—who not only rarely throws interceptions, but is a dual-threat . As such, this season was the perfect opportunity for Taylor to correct course and reclaim his throne as a starting quarterback in the NFL.
That is until one of the Chargers’ team doctors committed medical malpractice before Sunday’s game against the Kansas City Chiefs.
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From ESPN:
A Los Angeles Chargers team doctor accidentally punctured quarterback Tyrod Taylor’s lung just before kickoff Sunday while trying to administer a pain-killing injection to the quarterback’s cracked ribs, league and team sources told ESPN. That is the reason Taylor did not start Sunday and rookie quarterback Justin Herbert unexpectedly did against the defending champion Kansas City Chiefs, in an arrangement that is likely to continue Sunday against the Carolina Panthers and quite possibly beyond.
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Yes, you read that correctly. Taylor didn’t play on Sunday—and won’t for the foreseeable future, if at all this season—because a team doctor punctured his lung.
What in the fuck?
In the grand scheme, was Herbert expected to eventually usurp Taylor as the team’s quarterback? Of course, he was. But to be deprived of the opportunity to even compete for the position because of someone else’s negligence is beyond foul.
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So once again, Taylor gets screwed out of his job.
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Getting stabbed in your lung is kind of a big deal, and according to Sam Farmer of the LA Times, Taylor could miss a significant chunk of the season.
“Medical experts I’ve asked about the Tyrod Taylor situation say lung puncturing is a known risk on those injections and happens every so often,” Farmer tweeted. “Almost never dangerous, usually resolves in a week or two, but some docs recommend avoiding strenuous activity or contact for 4-6 weeks.”
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Taylor isn’t Patrick Mahomes. He doesn’t have up to 4-to-6 weeks.
That’s more than enough time for Herbert to potentially supplant him as a starter and put Taylor’s career—and wallet—in jeopardy moving forward.
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It also could be grounds for a major lawsuit.
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George Atallah, Assistant Executive Director of External Affairs for the NFL Players Association, confirmed that he’s been in touch with Taylor and an investigation is underway, but will Taylor play again this season?
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For his part, Chargers coach Anthony Lynn vehemently maintains that despite Herbert’s promising debut on Sunday, Taylor will remain the team’s starting quarterback.
“The young man stepped up, and I thought he played well under the circumstances,” Lynn said on Monday. “If Tyrod’s not available, (I think) we can win with him [...] But there’s a lot that you don’t know. There’s a lot that we didn’t get done with Justin on the field. He’s a backup for a reason. He’s a rookie. And there’s a lot that he needs to learn about this game.”
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For Taylor’s sake, I hope Lynn keeps that same energy and allows Taylor to return to the starting lineup whenever he’s fully recovered. Because if not, it’s possible he might never be an NFL starter again.


theroot--2020-09-23--The 10 Best Deals of September 23, 2020

The 10 Best Deals of September 23, 2020

It ’ s September 23 , and we at Kinja Deals are bringing you the best deals for your home .
Upgrade your hand-me-down living room furniture with a virtual shopping trip to Wayfair .
Break out of your quarantine funk with a caffeine boost from Harry & David ’ s coffee pods .
M aybe even treat yourself to a Fenty Beauty set .
After all , if we ’ re going to be spending this much time at home , we might as well enjoy it !
And if you ’ re still craving more deals , take @ @ @ @ @ @ @ deals overall .
Until the end of the day Thursday , you can take advantage of Wayfair ’ s deepest discounts of the year on a variety of home goods and furnishings .
If you ’ ve been meaning to upgrade the sofa , redo the bathroom , or swap out bedroom decor this is the time .
This Way Day sale takes up to 80 % off select pieces .
Today and tomorrow over 1,000 items will be on sale for a limited time .
Most of Wayfair ’ s own Basics @ @ @ @ @ @ @ see sheets , plates , rugs , holiday decorations , and more .
Like these 1800 Series sheets ( $ 26 ) that come in 20 colors and are 100 % microfiber .
They ’ re also discounted by 48 % .
Looking to add a nice accent chair to a bedroom or den ?
This AllModern Dusket velvet upholstered side chair ( $ 235 ) might just be it .
This gorgeous chair could be used to make a dining set pop or just sit there and look pretty in your living @ @ @ @ @ @ @ still available , but this navy one has subdued sophistication written all over it .
It ’ s marked down 41 % right now .
Is a charming nightstand in your future ?
This Williams Two-Drawer ( $ 186 ) needs a good home .
Choose from four different colors of wood to match it to the motif of whatever space it will be occupying .
It ’ s a best seller for Wayfair and is the dream of anyone with a mid-century modern sensibility .
Save 54 % off on it for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ deal was originally published by Sheilah Villari .
It ’ s only been out a week since launch and we ’ re already seeing discounts on the Apple Watch Series 6 .
Amazon has some 40mm models down to $ 385 , while the 44mm falls to $ 415 , both about $ 15 off and shipping anywhere between 1-4 weeks out .
The Apple Watch Series 6 runs laps around the competition as far as technology is confirmed .
It features everything you love about the Series 5 watch like an ECG @ @ @ @ @ @ @ new tricks like a blood oxygen sensor and an always-on altimeter , making it more ideal than ever for fitness buffs .
This deal was originally published by Quentyn Kennemer .
Looking to add some new games to your Nintendo Switch library ?
Consider buying a gift card from Amazon first , because Nintendo eShop gift cards are 10 % off , but only for the $ 10 and $ 70 denominations , bringing those down to $ 9 and $ 63 , respectively .
This deal was originally published by Quentyn Kennemer @ @ @ @ @ @ @ comprehensive and helpful review of the Fenty Skin Start ’ rs where she was pleasantly surprised .
If you ’ ve been thinking about trying it out but are still on the fence this travel set might be the way to go .
It ’ s half the price of the full-size set but only available for a limited time .
I was gifted a set also , have used it for over a month and can say I love the cleanser .
I use it a few times a week and it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , and inviting .
But if you ’ re averse to more perfumed products this might not be for you .
However , the Hydra Vizor Moisturizer held up pleasantly well during the more humid days at the tail end of summer .
It never felt heavy and was breathable enough to still have on with my foundation .
Fenty Skin gets two thumbs up from me .
This deal was originally published by Sheilah Villari .
No kitchen is complete without a killer set of steak knives , and you can ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ s Samurai series .
Made of high carbon steel , these “ ruthlessly sharp ” ( and sharp-looking ) blades are guaranteed for life and have a slightly curved edge to slice through a hearty steak with ease .
Right now , you can add a set of four Kyoku Daimyo steak knives to your arsenal for just $ 40 .
Just clip the coupon on the page and use the Kinja Deals exclusive promo code KYOKUDWK at checkout and clip the coupon to secure the savings .
This deal was originally published @ @ @ @ @ @ @ re a coffee pod enthusiast you probably go through one or two a day .
I ’ m definitely a fan of getting a perfectly measured full strength cup of java every time I fire up the maker .
Saving money on a good cup of joe is essential if you started making it at home to do just that .
Today take $ 17 off these Harry & David Single Serve Coffee Pods .
Single-serve pods are quick , convenient , and mean you won ’ t be overestimating how much you @ @ @ @ @ @ @ I ’ ve had Harry & David products over the years , usually around the holidays when a relative would gift me their famous Moose Munch , so I can say their stuff is great .
Choose from seven different packs for full-bodied fresh-brewed flavor for each energized cup you make .
Not to get you too excited but there is a Pumpkin Spice option along with Pumpkin Pecan , Chocolate Cherry Decadence , Dark Roast , Breakfast Blend , and the Northwest Blend .
No matter which you choose you ’ ll @ @ @ @ @ @ @ sip .
If you ’ ve read a few of our pieces on MorningSave before and you like what you ’ ve seen they offer a $ 5 monthly fee to get free shipping on all of your orders no matter how many .
Use the code KINJAFS at check out and get free shipping even if you aren ’ t a member .
This deal was originally published by Sheilah Villari .
Whether you ’ re out and about on social distancing walks or essential grocery runs , or even just in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ still need to keep a close eye on the happenings inside your house .
Lucky for you , Eufy is running a sale on its 2K indoor security camera .
Straight from Amazon , you can fetch yourself a stationary indoor cam for $ 32 , and this one doesn ’ t require the Eufy Homebase .
This deal was originally published by Gabe Carey .
Yep , I ’ m just over it .
I think we all are .
Even a Tesla-filled Christmas couldn ’ t save 2020 for me .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ emotions on my sleeve , but technically , this Animal Crossing Tom Nook beanie goes on my head , and it says oh so much without a peep required of me .
The best part is you ’ ll get his cute little nose to show no matter which style you prefer to wear it .
Only $ 12 at Amazon after a 15 % discount .
This deal was originally published by Quentyn Kennemer .
Despite all the foretelling by The Jetsons that technological progression would culminate with flying cars and teleportation @ @ @ @ @ @ @ fryer that has the world going nuts .
If you haven ’ t already jumped aboard the for the revolution , you can do so now for $ 25 at SideDeal , where you can get a Magic Chef 1.6qt air fryer with room for a single meal or a decent snack .
It ’ s a little small , sure , but it ’ s also super cheap and doesn ’ t eat up ridiculous counter space .
This deal was originally published by Quentyn Kennemer .
Remember back in March where @ @ @ @ @ @ @ was their job and it was actually going to protect them against Covid-19 ?
Yeah , me too .
Well , if you still feel like stacking up , you Amazon Commercial is offering 80 rolls of toilet paper as a part of their fall sale for $ 46 .
I don ’ t know what you ’ re going to do with 80 rolls , but I ’ m sure you ’ ll find a use for it , especially if you ’ re not picky about what exactly wipes your ass @ @ @ @ @ @ @ picky , Amazon is offering a Bio Bidet for a low , low $ 27 with a clipped coupon .
Apparently you don ’ t need a plumber to install this bad boy and you can get dual nozzle spray options for a clean backside .
Nothing more to say really .
Just practice good hygiene .
This deal was originally published by Ignacia Fulcher .

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

Wednesday’s Best Deals | Kinja Deals
It’s September 23, and we at Kinja Deals are bringing you the best deals for your home. Upgrade your hand-me-down living room furniture with a virtual shopping trip to Wayfair. Break out of your quarantine funk with a caffeine boost from Harry & David’s coffee pods. M aybe even treat yourself to a Fenty Beauty set. After all, if we’re going to be spending this much time at home, we might as well enjoy it!
And if you’re still craving more deals, take a look at Wednesday’s best deals overall.
#1: Wayfair way day sale
Until the end of the day Thursday, you can take advantage of Wayfair’s deepest discounts of the year on a variety of home goods and furnishings. If you’ve been meaning to upgrade the sofa, redo the bathroom, or swap out bedroom decor this is the time. This Way Day sale takes up to 80% off select pieces.
Today and tomorrow over 1,000 items will be on sale for a limited time. Most of Wayfair’s own Basics line is included. You’ll see sheets, plates, rugs, holiday decorations, and more. Like these 1800 Series sheets ($26) that come in 20 colors and are 100% microfiber. They’re also discounted by 48%.
Looking to add a nice accent chair to a bedroom or den? This AllModern Dusket velvet upholstered side chair ($235) might just be it. This gorgeous chair could be used to make a dining set pop or just sit there and look pretty in your living room. There are only three colors still available, but this navy one has subdued sophistication written all over it. It’s marked down 41% right now.
Is a charming nightstand in your future? This Williams Two-Drawer ($186) needs a good home. Choose from four different colors of wood to match it to the motif of whatever space it will be occupying. It’s a best seller for Wayfair and is the dream of anyone with a mid-century modern sensibility. Save 54% off on it for the rest of the day.
Free 2-day shipping on everything.
This deal was originally published by Sheilah Villari.
#2: Apple watch series 6
It’s only been out a week since launch and we’re already seeing discounts on the Apple Watch Series 6. Amazon has some 40mm models down to $385, while the 44mm falls to $415, both about $15 off and shipping anywhere between 1-4 weeks out.
The Apple Watch Series 6 runs laps around the competition as far as technology is confirmed. It features everything you love about the Series 5 watch like an ECG heart rate sensor, and also adds new tricks like a blood oxygen sensor and an always-on altimeter, making it more ideal than ever for fitness buffs.
This deal was originally published by Quentyn Kennemer.
#3: Nintendo eshop gift card
Looking to add some new games to your Nintendo Switch library? Consider buying a gift card from Amazon first, because Nintendo eShop gift cards are 10% off, but only for the $10 and $70 denominations, bringing those down to $9 and $63, respectively.
This deal was originally published by Quentyn Kennemer.
#4: Fenty Skin Start’r travel set
Our own Ignacia wrote an extremely comprehensive and helpful review of the Fenty Skin Start’rs where she was pleasantly surprised. If you’ve been thinking about trying it out but are still on the fence this travel set might be the way to go. It’s half the price of the full-size set but only available for a limited time.
I was gifted a set also, have used it for over a month and can say I love the cleanser. I use it a few times a week and it smells unbelievable, super fresh, sweet, and inviting. But if you’re averse to more perfumed products this might not be for you. However, the Hydra Vizor Moisturizer held up pleasantly well during the more humid days at the tail end of summer. It never felt heavy and was breathable enough to still have on with my foundation. Fenty Skin gets two thumbs up from me.
All orders ship for free.
This deal was originally published by Sheilah Villari.
#5: Kyoku steak knives
No kitchen is complete without a killer set of steak knives, and you can’t do much better than Kyoku’s Samurai series. Made of high carbon steel, these “ruthlessly sharp” (and sharp-looking) blades are guaranteed for life and have a slightly curved edge to slice through a hearty steak with ease.
Right now, you can add a set of four Kyoku Daimyo steak knives to your arsenal for just $40. Just clip the coupon on the page and use the Kinja Deals exclusive promo code KYOKUDWK at checkout and clip the coupon to secure the savings.
This deal was originally published by Andrew Hayward.
#6: Harry & David Coffee pods
If you’re a coffee pod enthusiast you probably go through one or two a day. I’m definitely a fan of getting a perfectly measured full strength cup of java every time I fire up the maker. Saving money on a good cup of joe is essential if you started making it at home to do just that. Today take $17 off these Harry & David Single Serve Coffee Pods.
Single-serve pods are quick, convenient, and mean you won’t be overestimating how much you might drink and wasting precious grounds. I’ve had Harry & David products over the years, usually around the holidays when a relative would gift me their famous Moose Munch, so I can say their stuff is great. Choose from seven different packs for full-bodied fresh-brewed flavor for each energized cup you make. Not to get you too excited but there is a Pumpkin Spice option along with Pumpkin Pecan, Chocolate Cherry Decadence, Dark Roast, Breakfast Blend, and the Northwest Blend. No matter which you choose you’ll be saving 47% and loving every sip.
If you’ve read a few of our pieces on MorningSave before and you like what you’ve seen they offer a $5 monthly fee to get free shipping on all of your orders no matter how many. Use the code KINJAFS at check out and get free shipping even if you aren’t a member.
This deal was originally published by Sheilah Villari.
#7: eufy 2k indoor security cam
Whether you’re out and about on social distancing walks or essential grocery runs, or even just in another room doing WFH stuff, you still need to keep a close eye on the happenings inside your house. Lucky for you, Eufy is running a sale on its 2K indoor security camera. Straight from Amazon, you can fetch yourself a stationary indoor cam for $32, and this one doesn’t require the Eufy Homebase.
This deal was originally published by Gabe Carey.
#8: animal crossing tom nook beanie
Yep, I’m just over it. I think we all are. Even a Tesla-filled Christmas couldn’t save 2020 for me. I don’t often wear my emotions on my sleeve, but technically, this Animal Crossing Tom Nook beanie goes on my head, and it says oh so much without a peep required of me. The best part is you’ll get his cute little nose to show no matter which style you prefer to wear it. Only $12 at Amazon after a 15% discount.
This deal was originally published by Quentyn Kennemer.
#9: Magic chef 1.6qt air fryer
Despite all the foretelling by The Jetsons that technological progression would culminate with flying cars and teleportation devices, it’s the air fryer that has the world going nuts. If you haven’t already jumped aboard the for the revolution, you can do so now for $25 at SideDeal, where you can get a Magic Chef 1.6qt air fryer with room for a single meal or a decent snack. It’s a little small, sure, but it’s also super cheap and doesn’t eat up ridiculous counter space.
This deal was originally published by Quentyn Kennemer.
#10: toilet paper or bidet: YOu decide
Remember back in March where everyone was buying toilet paper like it was their job and it was actually going to protect them against Covid-19? Yeah, me too. Well, if you still feel like stacking up, you Amazon Commercial is offering 80 rolls of toilet paper as a part of their fall sale for $46. I don’t know what you’re going to do with 80 rolls, but I’m sure you’ll find a use for it, especially if you’re not picky about what exactly wipes your ass.
But, if you are feeling picky, Amazon is offering a Bio Bidet for a low, low $27 with a clipped coupon. Apparently you don’t need a plumber to install this bad boy and you can get dual nozzle spray options for a clean backside. Nothing more to say really. Just practice good hygiene.
This deal was originally published by Ignacia Fulcher.


theroot--2020-09-23--On the 15th Anniversary of Everybody Hates Chris, Everybody Found Out About Its Original Theme Song

Everybody Hates Chris , and everybody is talking about it these days .
Why ?
Because the show , created by Chris Rock and Ali Leroi , is celebrating its 15th anniversary this month !
Premiering in September 2005 on UPN ( after FOX passed on it ) , the critically acclaimed and Emmy-nominated TV series followed the dysfunctional real-life shenanigans of Rock ’ s teenage life .
Recently , social media personality Jay Versace tweeted a clip of the series ’ original theme song featuring Tichina Arnold ( who portrayed Chris ’ mama , Rochelle ) on the mic @ @ @ @ @ @ @ viral , especially for Black Twitter , the bulk of whom didn ’ t realize it existed or didn ’ t know who sang it .
For a bit of history , while most of us are familiar with the instrumental theme song during the opening credits , avid fans of the show may remember that there were themed vocals used as a transition for commercial breaks and the closing credits .
Here are some fun facts from the show ’ s Fandom site : •Tichina Arnold composed a theme song for the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ her friends .
However , Ali LeRoi and Chris Rock already had some themes in mind , so they kept the ending of it to put in at the end of episodes and before commercial breaks .
•In the original unaired version of the pilot episode , the opening theme song is “ The 900 Number ” by The 45 King from 1987 .
Tyler James Williams , who portrayed the titular character , tweeted a thread of fun trivia facts as well as answers to frequently asked questions to celebrate the anniversary @ @ @ @ @ @ @ about a possible reboot of the series since a TV show can ’ t even go a few odd years without a revival being on the table these days : “ It ’ s been a convo before but the interesting hiccup & blessing is that everyone in this photo [ referring to the show title card ] is very busy .
All work regularly , in a variety of different mediums , genres , networks [ etc ] .
We ’ ll keep trying but I ’ m proud of our scheduling @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with Arnold and Williams , Everybody Hates Chris starred Terry Crews , Tequan Richmond , Imani Hakim , Vincent Martella and Travis T. Flory .
To honor the 15th anniversary and the theme song clip surfacing on the internet , The Root reached out to Tichina Arnold ’ s team for comment .
We are awaiting a response .

Tonja Renée Stidhum on The Grapevine, shared by Tonja Renée Stidhum to The Root

Everybody Hates Chris, and everybody is talking about it these days. Why? Because the show, created by Chris Rock and Ali Leroi, is celebrating its 15th anniversary this month!
Premiering in September 2005 on UPN (after FOX passed on it) , the critically acclaimed and Emmy-nominated TV series followed the dysfunctional real-life shenanigans of Rock’s teenage life.
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Recently, social media personality Jay Versace tweeted a clip of the series’ original theme song featuring Tichina Arnold (who portrayed Chris’ mama, Rochelle) on the mic. Naturally, the clip quickly went viral, especially for Black Twitter, the bulk of whom didn’t realize it existed or didn’t know who sang it.
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For a bit of history, while most of us are familiar with the instrumental theme song during the opening credits, avid fans of the show may remember that there were themed vocals used as a transition for commercial breaks and the closing credits.
Here are some fun facts from the show’s Fandom site:
•Tichina Arnold composed a theme song for the show and recorded it with 2 of her friends. However, Ali LeRoi and Chris Rock already had some themes in mind, so they kept the ending of it to put in at the end of episodes and before commercial breaks. •In the original unaired version of the pilot episode, the opening theme song is “The 900 Number” by The 45 King from 1987.
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Tyler James Williams, who portrayed the titular character, tweeted a thread of fun trivia facts as well as answers to frequently asked questions to celebrate the anniversary.
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Naturally, he did address questions about a possible reboot of the series since a TV show can’t even go a few odd years without a revival being on the table these days:
“It’s been a convo before but the interesting hiccup & blessing is that everyone in this photo [referring to the show title card] is very busy. All work regularly, in a variety of different mediums, genres, networks [etc]. We’ll keep trying but I’m proud of our scheduling issue,” Williams tweeted.
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Along with Arnold and Williams, Everybody Hates Chris starred Terry Crews, Tequan Richmond, Imani Hakim, Vincent Martella and Travis T. Flory.
To honor the 15th anniversary and the theme song clip surfacing on the internet, The Root reached out to Tichina Arnold’s team for comment. We are awaiting a response.


theroot--2020-09-23--Trump to Rep. Ilhan Omar: How’s Your Country Doing? Omar to Trump: This Is My Country, Ho! (OK, I Ad

Trump to Rep. Ilhan Omar: How’s Your Country Doing? Omar to Trump: This Is My Country, Ho! (OK, I Added the Ho)

Trump knows that he ’ s down in the polls , so that means tickling the taint of his base , which always involves dimming the lights a bit and putting on some soft mood music and playing the musical stylings from his racist dog whistle .
During racism ’ s birthday party disguised as a campaign rally in Pennsylvania on Tuesday , Trump took to the stage and said that Rep. Ilhan Omar ( D-Minn. ) should not be “ telling us how to run our country ” because she was not born in the U.S. “ How did @ @ @ @ @ @ @ How is your country doing ?
” Trump asked .
Well , the president came for Omar , a member of the “ the Squad , ” four progressive congresswomen of color who don ’ t fuck around with fuckbois or fuckshit , and he found her .
“ Firstly , this is my country & I am a member of the House that impeached you , ” Omar wrote on Twitter , CNN reports .
“ Secondly , I fled civil war when I was 8 .
An 8-year-old doesn ’ t @ @ @ @ @ @ @ our country like one.
” Omar was one of the first two Muslim women elected to Congress in 2018 and won the Democratic primary race for a second term last month .
Born in Somalia , she and her family fled civil war in their country and sought asylum in the United States in 1995 .
Omar became an American citizen in 2000 at the age of 17 .
This isn ’ t Trump ’ s first attack on Omar .
Just last month , the president called the Minnesota congresswoman “ a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and even claimed without evidence that she may have won her recent primary election illegally .
“ Let ’ s check the mail-in vote , ” Trump told the crowd , adding , “ Where are the people that would vote for her ?
” CNN reports .
Trump , much like Eminem was with Mariah Carey , is obsessed with the Squad , which includes Omar , Reps. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez ( D-N.Y. ) , Ayanna Pressley ( D-Mass . )
and Rashida Tlaib ( D-Mich. ) , whom he ’ s told @ @ @ @ @ @ @ supposed home countries , despite them being born in the United States and Omar being a naturalized citizen , because racist .

Trump knows that he’s down in the polls, so that means tickling the taint of his base, which always involves dimming the lights a bit and putting on some soft mood music and playing the musical stylings from his racist dog whistle.
During racism’s birthday party disguised as a campaign rally in Pennsylvania on Tuesday, Trump took to the stage and said that Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-Minn.) should not be “telling us how to run our country” because she was not born in the U.S.
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“How did you do where you came from? How is your country doing?” Trump asked.
Well, the president came for Omar, a member of the “the Squad,” four progressive congresswomen of color who don’t fuck around with fuckbois or fuckshit, and he found her.
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“Firstly, this is my country & I am a member of the House that impeached you,” Omar wrote on Twitter, CNN reports. “Secondly, I fled civil war when I was 8. An 8-year-old doesn’t run a country even though you run our country like one.”
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From CNN:
Omar was one of the first two Muslim women elected to Congress in 2018 and won the Democratic primary race for a second term last month. Born in Somalia, she and her family fled civil war in their country and sought asylum in the United States in 1995. Omar became an American citizen in 2000 at the age of 17.
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This isn’t Trump’s first attack on Omar. Just last month, the president called the Minnesota congresswoman “a horrible woman who hates our country” and even claimed without evidence that she may have won her recent primary election illegally.
“Let’s check the mail-in vote,” Trump told the crowd, adding, “Where are the people that would vote for her?” CNN reports.
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Trump, much like Eminem was with Mariah Carey, is obsessed with the Squad, which includes Omar, Reps. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.), Ayanna Pressley (D-Mass.) and Rashida Tlaib (D-Mich.), whom he’s told to “go back” to their supposed home countries, despite them being born in the United States and Omar being a naturalized citizen, because racist.


theroot--2020-09-23--1 Officer Charged With Wanton Endangerment, 2 Others Not Indicted in Breonna Taylor Case

One of the three officers involved in the March 13 shooting death of 26-year-old Breonna Taylor in Louisville , Ky. , has been indicted on felony charges in connection to Taylor ’ s death .
On Wednesday , a grand jury indicted former Louisville Metro police officer Brett Hankison on three counts of wanton endangerment .
According to CNN , no charges were announced for Det .
Myles Cosgrove or Sgt .
John Mattingly—who recently sent an email to his colleagues denouncing the investigation and claiming he and his fellow officers did the “ legal , moral and ethical thing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ involved in the fatal shooting that began with the botched serving of a drug warrant .
According to the Courier Journal , not only was Hankison not charged with killing Taylor , he was only charged with endangering her neighbors ’ lives .
Former detective Brett Hankison was indicted on three counts of first-degree wanton endangerment .
Sgt .
Jonathan Mattingly was not indicted .
Detective Myles Cosgrove was not indicted .
A wanton endangerment charge is a class D felony and carries a penalty of one to five years in prison .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ Connell on Wednesday said that Hankison “ wantonly shot a gun ” into adjoining Apartment 3 .
The occupants of that apartment were identified by initials .
None of victims identified in the indictment was BT — Breonna Taylor .
That means the grand jury did not find that Hankison wantonly fired into Taylor ’ s apartment the night she died or that any of the officers are criminally liable in her death .
During a press conference early Wednesday afternoon , Attorney General Daniel Cameron was asked whether the grand jury @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and if any additional charges for Hankison or the other officers involved .
“ The proceedings themselves are secret , ” Cameron answered .
“ But what I will say is that our team walked them through every homicide offense and also presented all the information that was available to the grand jury and then the grand jury was ultimately the one that made the decision about indicting detective Hankinson for wanton endangerment .
I think that in terms of what happened in the wee hours of March 13 ... and what happened @ @ @ @ @ @ @ think it ’ s unlikely that any additional prosecutions will come from that event itself.
” When pressed about whether a case against Mattingly or Cosgrove was even presented to the grand jury , all Cameron would say is that “ they will walk through all of the homicide offenses and with that information ... and the grand jury decided that officer Hankinson was the one who needed to be indicted.
” Cameron also said that it was inconclusive how many of the shots that killed Taylor were fired from each officer .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ t answer specifics in regards to the grand jury proceedings , but he expressed condolences to Taylor ’ s family and empathy for all others affected by Taylor ’ s death calling it “ heartbreaking.
” You can watch Cameron ’ s press conference here :

One of the three officers involved in the March 13 shooting death of 26-year-old Breonna Taylor in Louisville, Ky., has been indicted on felony charges in connection to Taylor’s death.
On Wednesday, a grand jury indicted former Louisville Metro police officer Brett Hankison on three counts of wanton endangerment. According to CNN, no charges were announced for Det. Myles Cosgrove or Sgt. John Mattingly—who recently sent an email to his colleagues denouncing the investigation and claiming he and his fellow officers did the “legal, moral and ethical thing that night.”—the other two officers involved in the fatal shooting that began with the botched serving of a drug warrant.
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According to the Courier Journal, not only was Hankison not charged with killing Taylor, he was only charged with endangering her neighbors’ lives.
From the Courier Journal:
The grand jury’s decision Wednesday: Former detective Brett Hankison was indicted on three counts of first-degree wanton endangerment. Sgt. Jonathan Mattingly was not indicted. Detective Myles Cosgrove was not indicted. A wanton endangerment charge is a class D felony and carries a penalty of one to five years in prison. The charges read by Judge Annie O’Connell on Wednesday said that Hankison “wantonly shot a gun” into adjoining Apartment 3. The occupants of that apartment were identified by initials. None of victims identified in the indictment was BT — Breonna Taylor. That means the grand jury did not find that Hankison wantonly fired into Taylor’s apartment the night she died or that any of the officers are criminally liable in her death.
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During a press conference early Wednesday afternoon, Attorney General Daniel Cameron was asked whether the grand jury ever considered manslaughter or reckless homicide charges and if any additional charges for Hankison or the other officers involved.
“The proceedings themselves are secret,” Cameron answered. “But what I will say is that our team walked them through every homicide offense and also presented all the information that was available to the grand jury and then the grand jury was ultimately the one that made the decision about indicting detective Hankinson for wanton endangerment. I think that in terms of what happened in the wee hours of March 13...and what happened that night in the apartment, I think it’s unlikely that any additional prosecutions will come from that event itself.”
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When pressed about whether a case against Mattingly or Cosgrove was even presented to the grand jury, all Cameron would say is that “they will walk through all of the homicide offenses and with that information...and the grand jury decided that officer Hankinson was the one who needed to be indicted.”
Cameron also said that it was inconclusive how many of the shots that killed Taylor were fired from each officer.
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Cameron said repeatedly that he couldn’t answer specifics in regards to the grand jury proceedings, but he expressed condolences to Taylor’s family and empathy for all others affected by Taylor’s death calling it “heartbreaking.”
You can watch Cameron’s press conference here:


theroot--2020-09-23--For a Limited Time Grab Fenty Skin's Trio as a Travel Set for $40

Our own Ignacia wrote an extremely comprehensive and helpful review of the Fenty Skin Start ’ rs where she was @ @ @ @ @ ’ ve been thinking about trying it out but are still on the fence this @ @ @ @ @ way to go .
It ’ s half the price of the full-size set but @ @ @ @ @ time .
I was gifted a set also , have used it for over a @ @ @ @ @ love the cleanser .
I use it a few times a week and it smells @ @ @ @ @ sweet , and inviting .
But if you ’ re averse to more perfumed products @ @ @ @ @ you .
However , the Hydra Vizor Moisturizer held up pleasantly well during the more @ @ @ @ @ end of summer .
It never felt heavy and was breathable enough to still have @ @ @ @ @ Fenty Skin gets two thumbs up from me .

Sheilah Villari on Kinja Deals, shared by Ignacia to The Root

Fenty Skin Start’r Travel Set | $40 | Fenty Beauty
Our own Ignacia wrote an extremely comprehensive and helpful review of the Fenty Skin Start’rs where she was pleasantly surprised. If you’ve been thinking about trying it out but are still on the fence this travel set might be the way to go. It’s half the price of the full-size set but only available for a limited time.
I was gifted a set also, have used it for over a month and can say I love the cleanser. I use it a few times a week and it smells unbelievable, super fresh, sweet, and inviting. But if you’re averse to more perfumed products this might not be for you. However, the Hydra Vizor Moisturizer held up pleasantly well during the more humid days at the tail end of summer. It never felt heavy and was breathable enough to still have on with my foundation. Fenty Skin gets two thumbs up from me.
All orders ship for free.


theroot--2020-09-23--Costco Pulls Palmetto Cheese From Stores Over Founder and SC Mayor’s Racist Facebook Post

Costco recently removed a popular pimento cheese brand from 120 of its stores because the owner of the brand is another fragile white racist who thinks any and all bad acts committed by Black people are a product of the Black Lives Matter movement .
Today reports that Palmetto Cheese founder and mayor of Pawleys Island , S.C. , Brian Henry took to Facebook on August 25 to give us the racist shit-take to end all racist shit-takes regarding a fatal shooting that occurred the day before allegedly involving a Black shooter and white victims .
And here ’ s @ @ @ @ @ @ @ mad because he smeared pimento cheese all over his favorite Klan robe had to say in a now-deleted post : I don ’ t know who this BLM guy is that white people keep blaming every act of violence committed by melanin-rich people on , but I imagine he ’ s sitting around somewhere in his “ kill whitey ” drawers wondering why random wypipo always got his name in their mouths .
Seriously though , this is just another version of the Cannon Hinnant thing .
In that one , a white @ @ @ @ @ @ @ his Black neighbor and suddenly white people everywhere were all over the internet streets asking “ W here ’ s Black Lives Matter ?
Did Cannon ’ s life not matter ?
” Never mind the fact that , much like the Black man in Georgetown , Hinnant ’ s alleged killer was arrested almost immediately after a whole ass manhunt .
Who the fuck is going to protest for justice in a case where justice is already being sought and will likely be served ?
In Henry ’ s case , Pawleys @ @ @ @ @ @ @ t be emphasized enough that this man is in a position of power—has decided that any criminal act carried out by a Black “ thug ” against “ defenseless ” white people ( because at some point we have to talk about how quick Henry went from dog whistle to bullhorn in his post ) should automatically discredit the BLM movement and is further proof that anti-racism activists are in fact , terrorists .
Anyway , Costco was having none of Henry ’ s neo-Nazi nonsense and started pulling Palmetto Cheese products from @ @ @ @ @ @ @ put up signs that said the cheese was “ discontinued ” and would “ not be re-ordered , ” according to the Post and Courier .
It ’ s all good , though , because Henry is sorry .
On Sept. 3. , during a news conference at the Pawleys Island Sea View Inn , which he and his wife own and operate , Henry offered up some sappy-ass apology .
“ I am profoundly sorry to those I offended with my post last week .
My comments were hurtful and insensitive , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that past 10 days listening and learning .
The conversations I ’ ve had with friends , our staff , the community and faith-based leaders provided me with a deeper understanding of racial inequality and the importance of diversity sensitivity , which is very much needed to heal Pawleys Island , Georgetown and our country.
” Then he went all fake philanthropy crazy and did some brand changing .
More from Today : On his company ’ s website , Henry announced an endowment called Grace and Grits , in which his family @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in the first year .
It will provide funds for scholarship programs , assist local food banks and other enrichment programs .
From the website , it is unclear whether the endowment existed prior to the recent backlash or was created in response to it .
The company will also onboard a Diversity and Community Liaison to manage the endowment .
In addition , Palmetto announced it will change the graphics on its label , which has featured a photo of Vertrella Brown , the Sea View Inn ’ s cook of 40 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ pimento cheese recipe , since the commercial launch in 2006 .
According to the Palmetto Cheese website , Brown specialized in Gullah and low country cuisine and passed away in April of this year .
The brand did not specifically state why the Henrys decided to remove the image of Brown , but critics have accused the company of exploiting an image of a Black woman for profit .
I ’ m just going to go ahead and throw out a guess that he didn ’ t donate to any local Black Lives @ @ @

Costco recently removed a popular pimento cheese brand from 120 of its stores because the owner of the brand is another fragile white racist who thinks any and all bad acts committed by Black people are a product of the Black Lives Matter movement.
Today reports that Palmetto Cheese founder and mayor of Pawleys Island, S.C., Brian Henry took to Facebook on August 25 to give us the racist shit-take to end all racist shit-takes regarding a fatal shooting that occurred the day before allegedly involving a Black shooter and white victims.
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According to the Georgetown County Sheriff’s Office, the man Henry spoke of, 23-year-old Ty Sheem Ha Sheem Walters III, was arrested on Aug. 24 for shooting three people and killing two — 21-year-old Laura Anderson and her step-father, Nick Wall — during an altercation following a car accident that day in Georgetown, South Carolina.
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And here’s what the guy who was probably just mad because he smeared pimento cheese all over his favorite Klan robe had to say in a now-deleted post:
“I am sickened by the senseless killings in Georgetown last night. 2 [sic] innocent people murdered. Not 2 thugs or people wanted on multiple warrants. 2 white people defenselessly gunned down by a black man,” Henry wrote. “So why do we stand by and allow BLM to lawlessly destroy great American cities and threaten their citizens on a daily basis ... this has gone on too long. Rise up America. This BLM and Antifa movement must be treated like the terror organizations they are.”
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I don’t know who this BLM guy is that white people keep blaming every act of violence committed by melanin-rich people on, but I imagine he’s sitting around somewhere in his “kill whitey” drawers wondering why random wypipo always got his name in their mouths.
Seriously though, this is just another version of the Cannon Hinnant thing. In that one, a white child was allegedly shot and killed by his Black neighbor and suddenly white people everywhere were all over the internet streets asking “W here’s Black Lives Matter? Did Cannon’s life not matter?”
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Never mind the fact that, much like the Black man in Georgetown, Hinnant’s alleged killer was arrested almost immediately after a whole ass manhunt. Who the fuck is going to protest for justice in a case where justice is already being sought and will likely be served?
In Henry’s case, Pawleys Island’s mayor—because it can’t be emphasized enough that this man is in a position of power—has decided that any criminal act carried out by a Black “thug” against “defenseless” white people (because at some point we have to talk about how quick Henry went from dog whistle to bullhorn in his post) should automatically discredit the BLM movement and is further proof that anti-racism activists are in fact, terrorists.
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Anyway, Costco was having none of Henry’s neo-Nazi nonsense and started pulling Palmetto Cheese products from 120 of its stores some of which put up signs that said the cheese was “discontinued” and would “not be re-ordered,” according to the Post and Courier.
It’s all good, though, because Henry is sorry. On Sept. 3., during a news conference at the Pawleys Island Sea View Inn, which he and his wife own and operate, Henry offered up some sappy-ass apology.
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“I am profoundly sorry to those I offended with my post last week. My comments were hurtful and insensitive,” Henry said. “I spent that past 10 days listening and learning. The conversations I’ve had with friends, our staff, the community and faith-based leaders provided me with a deeper understanding of racial inequality and the importance of diversity sensitivity, which is very much needed to heal Pawleys Island, Georgetown and our country.”
Then he went all fake philanthropy crazy and did some brand changing. More from Today:
On his company’s website, Henry announced an endowment called Grace and Grits, in which his family and Palmetto Cheese will donate $100,000 in the first year. It will provide funds for scholarship programs, assist local food banks and other enrichment programs. From the website, it is unclear whether the endowment existed prior to the recent backlash or was created in response to it. The company will also onboard a Diversity and Community Liaison to manage the endowment. In addition, Palmetto announced it will change the graphics on its label, which has featured a photo of Vertrella Brown, the Sea View Inn’s cook of 40 years who helped popularize Sassy’s pimento cheese recipe, since the commercial launch in 2006. According to the Palmetto Cheese website, Brown specialized in Gullah and low country cuisine and passed away in April of this year. The brand did not specifically state why the Henrys decided to remove the image of Brown, but critics have accused the company of exploiting an image of a Black woman for profit.
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I’m just going to go ahead and throw out a guess that he didn’t donate to any local Black Lives Matter chapters.


theroot--2020-09-23--Republican State Representative: Hey, Sorry About the Recorded Racist, Homophobic Statements I Made

I once called an editor an asshole .
I didn ’ t mean for him to see it .
I sent a message over the Washington Post messaging system and , somehow , instead of sending it to the one person I was messaging with , I sent it to the entire newsroom .
He ’ d been my editor during an internship that I ’ d just finished and he ’ d been super hard on me .
But I was new to reporting and new to an editor who wasn ’ t here for a bunch of my @ @ @ @ @ @ @ game up , I ’ d made my shortcomings about his editing style and his demeanor .
So , during a conversation with another reporter , I called him an asshole .
And hit send and then looked up at everyone staring at me and laughing .
When I went over to apologize to him , he was cool about it .
But what sucked at that moment is that he knew how I really felt at that time .
The apology wasn ’ t for saying it , it was for sending @ @ @ @ @ @ @ one of those “ I ’ m not sorry for calling you an asshole , I ’ m sorry you saw it ” apologies because had he never seen it , the statement would ’ ve stood and he and I knew that .
So Rep. Amy Grant , an Illinois freshman Republican state legislator , can miss me with her apology for her racist and homophobic comments when discussing her Democratic challenger in a recorded telephone call with a potential donor .
She meant that shit .
She just didn ’ t @ @ @ @ @ @ @ said out loud .
“ Illinois House Democrats released snippets of the conversation , but refused to release the full audio of the call or share the exact date of the call or further context around state Rep. Amy Grant ’ s statements , ” Chicago Sun-Times reports .
Democrats have called on Republicans to condemn Grant and her “ troubling ” comments and some have even called for her to step down .
Because life is messy and 2020 is the Lionel Messi of years , Assistant Majority Leader Will Davis , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of a conversation Grant had a few weeks ago with an unidentified person during a fundraising call in which the Republican bashed her opponent Ken Mejia-Beal , who is Black and gay .
Grant reportedly called Mejia-Beal “ just another one of the Cook County people.
” “ The only thing we need is another person on the Black Caucus , ” Grant said in one clip .
“ And I ’ m all for—working across the aisle , and Will Davis is a buddy of mine , and he ’ s in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of his , and he respects me.
” Grant also claimed that Mejia-Beal is “ afraid to come into the district , ” maybe because “ he ’ s afraid of the reaction that people might give him.
” “ Not because he ’ s Black , but because of the way he talks—he ’ s all LGBTQ .
He wants to work for the chronically ill .
He just gives us like crazy ... and every week it ’ s a different reason for why he wants to get into the race @ @ @ @ @ @ @ “ I deeply regret the comments I made about Ken Mejia-Beal and reached out to apologize to him this morning , ” Grant said on her Facebook page , the Sun-Times reports .
“ These comments do not reflect my heart or my faith.
” Jesus , she done pulled her faith into this .
“ I thought—I always hoped we ’ re better than this , but these days , I guess we ’ re finding now it ’ s okay to say out loud the things that people used to just @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Majority Leader Greg Harris said .
“ Maybe that ’ s good , because maybe we find out now who people really are.
” Mejia-Beal issued a statement noting that “ Grant makes it clear that she sees only the color of my skin and my sexual orientation—and that in her mind disqualifies me as a leader and even disqualifies me as a member of our community , ” the Sun-Times reports .
“ Nowhere in Representative Grant ’ s one-line public response or the phone message she left me reading that same @ @ @ @ @ @ @ she made so matter-of-factly on those recordings were also a grievous insult to every member of our community , ” Mejia-Beal ’ s statement reads .
“ Where is Representative Grant ’ s apology to those who hear her comments and wonder if they fit into her vision of our community ?
”

I once called an editor an asshole.
I didn’t mean for him to see it. I sent a message over the Washington Post messaging system and, somehow, instead of sending it to the one person I was messaging with, I sent it to the entire newsroom.
I freaked out.
He’d been my editor during an internship that I’d just finished and he’d been super hard on me. But I was new to reporting and new to an editor who wasn’t here for a bunch of my fuckshit. So instead of stepping my game up, I’d made my shortcomings about his editing style and his demeanor.
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So, during a conversation with another reporter, I called him an asshole. And hit send and then looked up at everyone staring at me and laughing.
When I went over to apologize to him, he was cool about it. But what sucked at that moment is that he knew how I really felt at that time. The apology wasn’t for saying it, it was for sending it throughout the newsroom.
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It was one of those “I’m not sorry for calling you an asshole, I’m sorry you saw it” apologies because had he never seen it, the statement would’ve stood and he and I knew that.
So Rep. Amy Grant, an Illinois freshman Republican state legislator, can miss me with her apology for her racist and homophobic comments when discussing her Democratic challenger in a recorded telephone call with a potential donor.
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She meant that shit. She just didn’t mean for the quiet part to get said out loud.
“Illinois House Democrats released snippets of the conversation, but refused to release the full audio of the call or share the exact date of the call or further context around state Rep. Amy Grant’s statements,” Chicago Sun-Times reports.
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Democrats have called on Republicans to condemn Grant and her “troubling” comments and some have even called for her to step down.
Because life is messy and 2020 is the Lionel Messi of years, Assistant Majority Leader Will Davis, (D-Hazel Crest) played audio clips of a conversation Grant had a few weeks ago with an unidentified person during a fundraising call in which the Republican bashed her opponent Ken Mejia-Beal, who is Black and gay.
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Grant reportedly called Mejia-Beal “just another one of the Cook County people.”
“The only thing we need is another person on the Black Caucus,” Grant said in one clip. “And I’m all for—working across the aisle, and Will Davis is a buddy of mine, and he’s in leadership, and I am a friend of his, and he respects me.”
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Grant also claimed that Mejia-Beal is “afraid to come into the district,” maybe because “he’s afraid of the reaction that people might give him.”
“Not because he’s Black, but because of the way he talks—he’s all LGBTQ. He wants to work for the chronically ill. He just gives us like crazy ... and every week it’s a different reason for why he wants to get into the race,” the Chicago Sun-Times reports.
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Grant apologized to Mejia-Beal on Monday.
“I deeply regret the comments I made about Ken Mejia-Beal and reached out to apologize to him this morning,” Grant said on her Facebook page, the Sun-Times reports. “These comments do not reflect my heart or my faith.”
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Jesus, she done pulled her faith into this.
“I thought—I always hoped we’re better than this, but these days, I guess we’re finding now it’s okay to say out loud the things that people used to just whisper in the shadows,” House Majority Leader Greg Harris said. “Maybe that’s good, because maybe we find out now who people really are.”
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Mejia-Beal issued a statement noting that “Grant makes it clear that she sees only the color of my skin and my sexual orientation—and that in her mind disqualifies me as a leader and even disqualifies me as a member of our community,” the Sun-Times reports.
“Nowhere in Representative Grant’s one-line public response or the phone message she left me reading that same message is any acknowledgement that the statements she made so matter-of-factly on those recordings were also a grievous insult to every member of our community,” Mejia-Beal’s statement reads. “Where is Representative Grant’s apology to those who hear her comments and wonder if they fit into her vision of our community?”


theroot--2020-09-23--The Co-Writer of Marvin Gaye's 'Let's Get It On' Is Suing Ed Sheeran, Alleging Copyright Infringemen

The Co-Writer of Marvin Gaye's 'Let's Get It On' Is Suing Ed Sheeran, Alleging Copyright Infringement

Apparently , we have another lawsuit involving Marvin Gaye on our hands , y ’ all .
We all know the legendary reputation of Gaye ’ s estate when it comes to having no tolerance for copyright infringement ( Robin Thicke , we ’ re looking at you ) , but this lawsuit isn ’ t actually a product of the litigious-prone estate for the late singer .
In fact , this lawsuit has been brought to the table by the family of “ Let ’ s Get It On ” co-writer , Ed Townsend .
Townsend , who co-wrote @ @ @ @ @ @ @ died in August 2003 at the age of 74 .
According to ABC News , Townsend ’ s family filed a lawsuit against pop artist Ed Sheeran , alleging that his hit song “ Thinking Out Loud ” features “ melody , harmony and rhythmic components ” of Gaye ’ s iconic song .
The 2016 filing accuses Sheeran and Sony/Atlantic Records of copyright infringement .
In 2019 , a U.S. judge ordered Sheeran to appear in court for the claims after rejecting Sheeran ’ s request to dismiss .
“ These offenses @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the streets against Black individuals in this country .
They ’ re taking place in the boardrooms .
They ’ re taking place in meetings where there ’ s no representation , ” Keisha Rice , attorney for Ed ’ s daughter Kathryn Townsend , said in front of Sony Records in Culver City , Calif. on Tuesday .
“ Theft and bullying has been the only priority of the record labels ’ agenda .
It stops today , Sony , Atlantic and all the rest of them .
We ’ re coming @ @ @ @ @ @ @ plus interest .
And know that we ’ re not going to be silent .
It don ’ t stop till my casket drop , ” Kathryn added .
More info on the matter via ABC News : Sheeran responded to the suit when it was first filed , reportedly claiming the chord progressions and drum patterns for “ Let ’ s Get It On ” were extremely commonplace , in the public domain and unprotectable .
The lawsuit has been filed in the southern district of New York and has a trial @ @ @ @ @ @ @ s estate is seeking songwriting credit and a portion of the revenue Sheeran ’ s song has made since it was released in 2014 .
“ Theft of the music is the new sharecroppers , ” Parliament-Funkadelic ’ s George Clinton , who joined Kathryn on Tuesday , said .
“ Not only do they take the music and the land back ; they take the 40 acres and the mule back .
They get it all from the money that ’ s being made from IP ( intellectual property ) .
So @ @ @ @ @ @ @ chance .
I have 20 artists in my band who never got paid for all those samples you heard.
” According to The Guardian , this is not the only time Sheeran has been sued in connection to “ Let ’ s Get It On ” and “ Thinking Out Loud.
” In 2018 , Structured Asset Sales ( which owns part of the copyright of “ Let ’ s Get It On ” ) filed a lawsuit against Sheeran , demanding $ 100 million .
The trial for Townsend ’ s lawsuit @ @ @ @ @ @ @

“Let’s Get It On”...in court!
Apparently, we have another lawsuit involving Marvin Gaye on our hands, y’all.
We all know the legendary reputation of Gaye’s estate when it comes to having no tolerance for copyright infringement (Robin Thicke, we’re looking at you), but this lawsuit isn’t actually a product of the litigious-prone estate for the late singer. In fact, this lawsuit has been brought to the table by the family of “Let’s Get It On” co-writer, Ed Townsend. Townsend, who co-wrote the 1973 hit single with Gaye, died in August 2003 at the age of 74.
According to ABC News, Townsend’s family filed a lawsuit against pop artist Ed Sheeran, alleging that his hit song “Thinking Out Loud” features “melody, harmony and rhythmic components” of Gaye’s iconic song. The 2016 filing accuses Sheeran and Sony/Atlantic Records of copyright infringement. In 2019, a U.S. judge ordered Sheeran to appear in court for the claims after rejecting Sheeran’s request to dismiss.
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“These offenses aren’t just taking place in the streets against Black individuals in this country. They’re taking place in the boardrooms. They’re taking place in meetings where there’s no representation,” Keisha Rice, attorney for Ed’s daughter Kathryn Townsend, said in front of Sony Records in Culver City, Calif. on Tuesday.
“Theft and bullying has been the only priority of the record labels’ agenda. It stops today, Sony, Atlantic and all the rest of them. We’re coming for our 40 acres and a mule plus interest. And know that we’re not going to be silent. It don’t stop till my casket drop,” Kathryn added.
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More info on the matter via ABC News:
Sheeran responded to the suit when it was first filed, reportedly claiming the chord progressions and drum patterns for “Let’s Get It On” were extremely commonplace, in the public domain and unprotectable. The lawsuit has been filed in the southern district of New York and has a trial date of Nov. 9. Townsend’s estate is seeking songwriting credit and a portion of the revenue Sheeran’s song has made since it was released in 2014.
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“Theft of the music is the new sharecroppers,” Parliament-Funkadelic’s George Clinton, who joined Kathryn on Tuesday, said. “Not only do they take the music and the land back; they take the 40 acres and the mule back. They get it all from the money that’s being made from IP (intellectual property). So the artists don’t have a chance. I have 20 artists in my band who never got paid for all those samples you heard.”
According to The Guardian, this is not the only time Sheeran has been sued in connection to “Let’s Get It On” and “Thinking Out Loud.” In 2018, Structured Asset Sales (which owns part of the copyright of “Let’s Get It On”) filed a lawsuit against Sheeran, demanding $100 million.
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The trial for Townsend’s lawsuit is scheduled to begin in November.


theroot--2020-09-23--Console Wars Is a Fun Look at the Height of the Sony-Nintendo Beef

There was a brief period of time where Sega and Nintendo were the only real contenders for the gaming throne .
If Mario was Tupac then Sonic was Biggie .
Emotions surrounding the two brands ran so high that I almost got beat as a kid for suggesting Sonic Adventure was cooler than Super Mario 64 .
( I mean , it is . )
Console Wars , the first feature-length documentary produced by CBS All Access , follows former Sega executive Tom Kalinske and his team as they worked to position the Sega Genesis as a worthy rival to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ System .
The movie is based on the book of the same name by Blake J. Harris and Harris directed the documentary alongside Jonah Tulis .
The film , like the book , shows how both companies rose to prominence in their own ways .
At the time of Kalinske ’ s arrival , Nintendo had a stranglehold on the video game market which was still reeling from the market bust of the early ‘ 80s .
The movie does a great job giving a brief primer on how Nintendo rose to prominence @ @ @ @ @ @ @ business practices ( giving a limited supply of product to retailers , for instance ) came to be .
Nintendo is firmly established as a goliath that was feared and respected by retailers and competitors alike .
The movie uses fun 16-bit animatics along with vintage footage and pictures to recreate notable moments in Sega ’ s history and does a solid job of detailing Sega ’ s position in the market .
As former Sega of America marketing executive Steve Race quips in the film “ It wasn ’ t like they @ @ @ @ @ @ @ were fourteenth.
” This underdog positioning makes the company ’ s gradual rise in success all the more rewarding to follow .
The biggest strength of the documentary is how it highlights the notable contributions Sega made to the gaming industry .
The company ’ s focus on teenage gamers helped pave the way for more mature games outside of Nintendo ’ s family-friendly milieu .
The film also does a good job of showing how poor hardware upgrades , office politics , and failed deals derailed Sega would eventually lead to their @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a gamer , I found the film left me wanting more .
It moves at a crisp 90 minutes and that run time can sometimes leave the movie feeling like a Cliff Notes version of the book .
I really would ’ ve liked to follow how both Sega and Nintendo reacted when Sony and Microsoft entered the scene only a few years later .
Overall though , Console Wars is a fun look at the early days of the modern video game industry .
It does a solid job of putting respect @ @ @ @ @ @ @ some interesting insight as to how Nintendo became the dominating force of the ‘ 90s .
If you have any interest in gaming history , Console Wars is definitely worth a watch .
Console Wars is currently streaming on CBS All Access .

There was a brief period of time where Sega and Nintendo were the only real contenders for the gaming throne. If Mario was Tupac then Sonic was Biggie. Emotions surrounding the two brands ran so high that I almost got beat as a kid for suggesting Sonic Adventure was cooler than Super Mario 64. (I mean, it is.)
Console Wars, the first feature-length documentary produced by CBS All Access, follows former Sega executive Tom Kalinske and his team as they worked to position the Sega Genesis as a worthy rival to Nintendo’s then-upcoming Super Nintendo Entertainment System. The movie is based on the book of the same name by Blake J. Harris and Harris directed the documentary alongside Jonah Tulis. The film, like the book, shows how both companies rose to prominence in their own ways.
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At the time of Kalinske’s arrival, Nintendo had a stranglehold on the video game market which was still reeling from the market bust of the early ‘80s. The movie does a great job giving a brief primer on how Nintendo rose to prominence and how some of its more questionable business practices (giving a limited supply of product to retailers, for instance) came to be. Nintendo is firmly established as a goliath that was feared and respected by retailers and competitors alike.
The movie uses fun 16-bit animatics along with vintage footage and pictures to recreate notable moments in Sega’s history and does a solid job of detailing Sega’s position in the market. As former Sega of America marketing executive Steve Race quips in the film “It wasn’t like they were second, it was like they were fourteenth.” This underdog positioning makes the company’s gradual rise in success all the more rewarding to follow.
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The biggest strength of the documentary is how it highlights the notable contributions Sega made to the gaming industry. The company’s focus on teenage gamers helped pave the way for more mature games outside of Nintendo’s family-friendly milieu. The film also does a good job of showing how poor hardware upgrades, office politics, and failed deals derailed Sega would eventually lead to their retreat from the console market.
As a gamer, I found the film left me wanting more. It moves at a crisp 90 minutes and that run time can sometimes leave the movie feeling like a Cliff Notes version of the book. I really would’ve liked to follow how both Sega and Nintendo reacted when Sony and Microsoft entered the scene only a few years later.
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Overall though, Console Wars is a fun look at the early days of the modern video game industry. It does a solid job of putting respect on Sega’s name and provides some interesting insight as to how Nintendo became the dominating force of the ‘90s. If you have any interest in gaming history, Console Wars is definitely worth a watch.
Console Wars is currently streaming on CBS All Access.