theroot--2020-12-01--Stock up on All the Winter Hats You Could Need for Just $20

As we roll into the December holidays gifts are on the mind especially if you ’ ll be sending those to loved ones instead of seeing them in person .
Saving money is a premium factor this year as well , so here ’ s an ideal collection to help cross off that extra present you ’ ve been contemplating .
In this 5 pack knit cap bundle you ’ ll get the perfect winter accessory for men or women for just $ 20 .
There are a few groupings to pick from so different tastes can be met .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ a dark multicolor , an all black , or an all charcoal pack to pick from .
You also get the option of pom-pom or just a sleek slouchy knit .
Made from faux fur , yarn , and acrylic each sure to keep you warm while snuggly fitting your head no matter the elements .
They also just look very cute and are masters of hiding bad hair days .
They ’ re easy to wash by hand if needed and give you some nice options for different yuletide looks .
The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ keep for yourself or just buy a bundle for the whole family .
If you ’ ve read a few of our pieces on SideDeal 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 .
Otherwise , it ’ s a flat rate of $ 8 .
This deal was originally posted by Sheilah Villari in November 2020 and updated new information on 12/1/2020 .

Knit Caps ( 5-Pack) | $15 | SideDeal
Saving money is a premium factor for many, and since we are still firmly in winter mi, we might advantage of a fashionable deal. In this 5 pack knit cap bundle (for just $15) you’ll get the perfect winter unisex accessory. The beauty is at this price you can keep them for yourself or buy a bundle for the whole family.
There are a few groupings to pick from so different tastes can be met. There’s a light multicolor, a dark multicolor, an all black, or an all charcoal pack to pick from. You also get the option of a pom-pom or just a sleek slouchy knit. Made from faux fur, yarn, and acrylic, each is sure to keep you warm while snuggly fitting your head. They also look adorable and are masters of hiding hair on bad days. These give you some nice options for different looks on the remainder of these chilly days. Wash by hand if needed.
If you’ve read a few of our pieces on SideDeal 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. Otherwise, it’s a flat rate of $8.
This deal was originally posted by Sheilah Villari in November 2020 and updated new information on 2/26/2020.


theroot--2020-12-01--Teacher Simply Acknowledging Black Lives Matter in Lesson Prompts Prolonged, Racist Outrage in Wisco

Teacher Simply Acknowledging Black Lives Matter in Lesson Prompts Prolonged, Racist Outrage in Wisconsin Town

White people have continually proven that their response to being asked to not be racist is to simply be more racist .
A small town in Wisconsin has been a perfect example of this , as multiple racist incidents have occurred after a teacher mentioned Black Lives Matter in a lesson about racism .
The Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel reports that the incidents began in August , shortly after Jacob Blake was shot by police in the nearby town of Kenosha .
Melissa Statz , an elementary school teacher in the Burlington Area School District , told the Journal-Sentinel that her students @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Coming into the school year , I knew I wanted to talk about racism and social justice with the current climate in our country , ” Statz told the news outlet .
“ I didn ’ t expect it to be the first week of school .
But it was right after Jacob Blake was shot , and the kids were talking about it .
They ’ d seen the boarded-up buildings .
...
They were asking questions.
” Statz said her four th grade class was receptive to the lesson and had @ @ @ @ @ @ @ s right and wrong.
” It was the parents who decided to have a temper tantrum after seeing Black Lives Matter was mentioned on a worksheet assigned in relation to the lesson .
Within a few hours , Statz said , someone had posted one of her worksheets on a local buy-sell-trade Facebook page with the word “ No ” across it and suggested she was “ indoctrinating ” students .
It quickly morphed into its own private page called “ Parents Against Rogue Teachers , ” where people called for her to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ It blew up immediately .
By the time I saw it , there were 500 comments already .
And there were a lot of nasty things , ” she said .
“ I read for a few minutes and I had to get off .
It was discouraging to see people in the community saying these things.
” In online posts and private messages , Statz was called “ human garbage ” and a “ thug , ” according to screen captures .
One person included a photo of her with her children @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Statz a “ rogue ” teacher and said she would be “ dealt with ” by the district .
Wishau later wore a mask bearing the “ thin blue line ” flag — a reference to police that has increasingly been used to signal opposition to the Black Lives Matter movement — to the contentious Nov. 9 meeting .
So yeah , just normal behavior by a group of well-adjusted adults who are in no way racist .
The behavior of the parents was so abhorrent that Statz and her husband had to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in their home .
“ When they posted a picture of my kids ... that was a little scary to see , ” she told the Journal-Sentinel .
“ There were a few weeks there when we were very nervous.
” In September , the racist outrage bled into the real world when a group of students charred the N-word on to some wood chips in the playground , and again two weeks later on the floor of a school building under construction .
For Darnisha Garbade , a Black woman whose daughter @ @ @ @ @ @ @ these incidents are unsurprising .
In 2017 , her then 9-year-old daughter was suspended for allegedly bringing a BB gun to school .
It turned out to be a clear , orange airsoft gun brought for show and tell , but that didn ’ t stop the school principal from sending a misleading email out to parents about the incident and attempting to coerce the child into admitting she wanted to shoot up the school .
Unfortunately , this was only the start to a series of racist incidents Garbade said her daughter @ @ @ @ @ @ @ years , she said , her daughter has routinely been called the N-word in school and on the bus , threatened with death by a student who said he had access to guns , spit on and had her tooth knocked out .
She said students have commented on her daughter ’ s hair and skin , and that she was told that Black people are good at sports but they don ’ t work hard .
The district , she said , has done little or nothing to address the problems , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ making her daughter feel as if she were the problem .
Garbade filed a formal complaint in March .
An investigation by the district called for some changes , including additional training for staff , but found that her daughter was not discriminated against .
The ACLU filed an appeal on her behalf with the state Department of Public Instruction arguing that the investigation was too narrowly focused on the actions of staff and was “ inadequate to remedy the atmosphere of pervasive racial harassment ” the child experienced at school .
Is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the worst state to raise Black children ?
Garbade is president of the Burlington Coalition For Dismantling Racism , which has been working towards getting the district to take a harder stance against systemic racism in its schools .
According to CBS 58 , the BCDR staged a protest on Monday as the school board convened to discuss a new policy handbook for the district .
While there is language in the handbook that addresses the issue of systemic racism , the BCDR doesn ’ t think it goes far enough .
“ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and eight sentences or less on racism .
And we don ’ t find out until it ’ s too late to have a voice , ” Garbade told the Journal-Sentinel .
“ And it ’ s all white people doing this .
To truly be truly equitable , you need to include people of color , otherwise , you ’ re just perpetuating the same thing over and over.
” The BCDR wants the district to collaborate with them on constructing effective anti-racism policies , denounce any racist incident that occurs , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ responsible for racist incidents .
Garbade hoped that when she moved to Burlington five years ago with her husband and kids , they would be able to enjoy a quiet , peaceful life in a small town .
Instead , she ’ s pulled her daughter out of the school , stopped going to church , and the couple has put their house on the market .
“ This has made me face the reality of what it ’ s like to be a Black person in America .
It ’ s horrible @ @ @ @ @ @ @ own country , ” she said .
“ I don ’ t think the American dream is true for everybody .
”

White people have continually proven that their response to being asked to not be racist is to simply be more racist. A small town in Wisconsin has been a perfect example of this, as multiple racist incidents have occurred after a teacher mentioned Black Lives Matter in a lesson about racism.
The Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel reports that the incidents began in August, shortly after Jacob Blake was shot by police in the nearby town of Kenosha. Melissa Statz, an elementary school teacher in the Burlington Area School District, told the Journal-Sentinel that her students were talking about the shooting.
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“Coming into the school year, I knew I wanted to talk about racism and social justice with the current climate in our country,” Statz told the news outlet. “I didn’t expect it to be the first week of school. But it was right after Jacob Blake was shot, and the kids were talking about it. They’d seen the boarded-up buildings. ... They were asking questions.”
Statz said her four th grade class was receptive to the lesson and had “such wonderful perspectives about what’s right and wrong.” It was the parents who decided to have a temper tantrum after seeing Black Lives Matter was mentioned on a worksheet assigned in relation to the lesson.
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From the Journal-Sentinel:
Within a few hours, Statz said, someone had posted one of her worksheets on a local buy-sell-trade Facebook page with the word “No” across it and suggested she was “indoctrinating” students. It quickly morphed into its own private page called “Parents Against Rogue Teachers,” where people called for her to be fired, she said. “It blew up immediately. By the time I saw it, there were 500 comments already. And there were a lot of nasty things,” she said. “I read for a few minutes and I had to get off. It was discouraging to see people in the community saying these things.” In online posts and private messages, Statz was called “human garbage” and a “thug,” according to screen captures. One person included a photo of her with her children. School board member Taylor Wishau called Statz a “rogue” teacher and said she would be “dealt with” by the district. Wishau later wore a mask bearing the “thin blue line” flag — a reference to police that has increasingly been used to signal opposition to the Black Lives Matter movement — to the contentious Nov. 9 meeting.
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So yeah, just normal behavior by a group of well-adjusted adults who are in no way racist.
The behavior of the parents was so abhorrent that Statz and her husband had to install motion sensors and a door alarm in their home. “When they posted a picture of my kids ... that was a little scary to see,” she told the Journal-Sentinel. “There were a few weeks there when we were very nervous.”
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In September, the racist outrage bled into the real world when a group of students charred the N-word on to some wood chips in the playground, and again two weeks later on the floor of a school building under construction.
For Darnisha Garbade, a Black woman whose daughter previously attended school in the district, these incidents are unsurprising. In 2017, her then 9-year-old daughter was suspended for allegedly bringing a BB gun to school. It turned out to be a clear, orange airsoft gun brought for show and tell, but that didn’t stop the school principal from sending a misleading email out to parents about the incident and attempting to coerce the child into admitting she wanted to shoot up the school.
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Unfortunately, this was only the start to a series of racist incidents Garbade said her daughter has had to endure.
From the Journal Sentinel:
Over the years, she said, her daughter has routinely been called the N-word in school and on the bus, threatened with death by a student who said he had access to guns, spit on and had her tooth knocked out. She said students have commented on her daughter’s hair and skin, and that she was told that Black people are good at sports but they don’t work hard. The district, she said, has done little or nothing to address the problems, in some cases defending the aggressors and making her daughter feel as if she were the problem. Garbade filed a formal complaint in March. An investigation by the district called for some changes, including additional training for staff, but found that her daughter was not discriminated against. The ACLU filed an appeal on her behalf with the state Department of Public Instruction arguing that the investigation was too narrowly focused on the actions of staff and was “inadequate to remedy the atmosphere of pervasive racial harassment” the child experienced at school.
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Is it any wonder that Wisconsin was deemed the worst state to raise Black children?
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Garbade is president of the Burlington Coalition For Dismantling Racism, which has been working towards getting the district to take a harder stance against systemic racism in its schools.
According to CBS 58, the BCDR staged a protest on Monday as the school board convened to discuss a new policy handbook for the district. While there is language in the handbook that addresses the issue of systemic racism, the BCDR doesn’t think it goes far enough.
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“They have two pages on sexual harassment and eight sentences or less on racism. And we don’t find out until it’s too late to have a voice,” Garbade told the Journal-Sentinel. “And it’s all white people doing this. To truly be truly equitable, you need to include people of color, otherwise, you’re just perpetuating the same thing over and over.”
The BCDR wants the district to collaborate with them on constructing effective anti-racism policies, denounce any racist incident that occurs, and provide stricter punishments for those found responsible for racist incidents.
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Garbade hoped that when she moved to Burlington five years ago with her husband and kids, they would be able to enjoy a quiet, peaceful life in a small town. Instead, she’s pulled her daughter out of the school, stopped going to church, and the couple has put their house on the market.
“This has made me face the reality of what it’s like to be a Black person in America. It’s horrible to be treated this way in our own country,” she said.
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“I don’t think the American dream is true for everybody.”


theroot--2020-12-01--Sean Hannity Admits He Doesn't 'Vet the Information' on His Show Then Tries to Unadmit It

In today ’ s episode of No Shit Republican Sherlock , Fox News host Sean Hannity told his viewers plainly that he doesn ’ t actually fact check the things he says while on air .
In other news , Jesus revealed that the water he walked on was , in fact , wet ; Donald Trump graciously confessed that he owns a tanning bed ; Snoop Dogg and Willie Nelson released a joint statement admitting that they do partake of the sticky-icky ; Steve Harvey admits that clothing with loud colors are his kink , and Diamond and Silk @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that they don ’ t actually know anything about literally anything .
“ We ’ ll follow the facts , ” Hannity said Monday , Newsweek reports .
“ We ’ ll highlight concerning allegations and irregularities .
We ’ ll also review some highly unusual voting patterns in America ’ s swing states .
Now , that ’ s because we ’ re not the media mob.
” So basically , Hannity is pretending his show on Fox News is an anti-fake news program because he treats Trump and his minions ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ like they ’ re meant to be taken seriously—unlike the mainstream media which Fox News hosts love pretending they ’ re not a part of .
Of course , Hannity ’ s claims of journalistic integrity are immediately undone by what he said next .
“ This show , we , in this hour , I am not told what to say , ” Hannity continued .
“ I don ’ t vet the information on this program that I give out .
We have always been independent , follow our own path @ @ @ @ @ @ @ not going to change for me ever.
” According to Newsweek ( because I sure as fuck don ’ t watch discount Bill O ’ Reilly ’ s show ) , later in his show , Hannity tried to walk his confession back during an interview with White House Press Secretary Kayleigh McEnany , aka the blonde Snapchat filter for Trump ’ s lies .
“ When I said I don ’ t vet this program , I vet the program , we vet the facts , ” Hannity said .
“ We @ @ @ @ @ @ @ right .
We got Ukraine right .
We vetted Biden when nobody else would in the Biden family thing .
We vet what we do .
We ’ re not told what to do .
They get everything wrong every single time.
” I ’ ll admit that I have no idea what all-grown- up Randall from Recess meant regarding all of the things he got right—again , I wouldn ’ t watch Great Value Glenn Beck ’ s show if he were live-vlogging the way Ben Shapiro looked at his wife when @ @ @ @ @ @ @ exists in real life—but his Freudian slip about not vetting information is still telling .
That is if you can call it a slip .
I mean , the man said the words “ I don ’ t vet the information on this program ” with his chest and without stammering or tripping over his words even a little bit .
It doesn ’ t seem like he accidentally said the quiet part out loud , it sounded more like he openly admitted that facts don ’ t matter on his show , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ t help him prove he ’ s not a lying mouthpiece with roughly 300 pounds of white male mediocrity attached .
If Hannity simply misspoke , he did so with a lot of confidence , is all I ’ m saying .

In today’s episode of No Shit Republican Sherlock, Fox News host Sean Hannity told his viewers plainly that he doesn’t actually fact check the things he says while on air.
In other news, Jesus revealed that the water he walked on was, in fact, wet; Donald Trump graciously confessed that he owns a tanning bed; Snoop Dogg and Willie Nelson released a joint statement admitting that they do partake of the sticky-icky; Steve Harvey admits that clothing with loud colors are his kink, and Diamond and Silk, in a shocking confession, revealed that they don’t actually know anything about literally anything.
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Now, back to Hannity.
“We’ll follow the facts,” Hannity said Monday, Newsweek reports. “We’ll highlight concerning allegations and irregularities. We’ll also review some highly unusual voting patterns in America’s swing states. Now, that’s because we’re not the media mob.”
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So basically, Hannity is pretending his show on right-winger OnlyFans Fox News is an anti-fake news program because he treats Trump and his minions’ demonstrably false allegations of widespread voter fraud like they’re meant to be taken seriously—unlike the mainstream media which Fox News hosts love pretending they’re not a part of.
Of course, Hannity’s claims of journalistic integrity are immediately undone by what he said next.
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“This show, we, in this hour, I am not told what to say,” Hannity continued. “I don’t vet the information on this program that I give out. We have always been independent, follow our own path on the show. That’s not going to change for me ever.”
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According to Newsweek (because I sure as fuck don’t watch discount Bill O’Reilly’s show), later in his show, Hannity tried to walk his confession back during an interview with White House Press Secretary Kayleigh McEnany, aka the blonde Snapchat filter for Trump’s lies.
“When I said I don’t vet this program, I vet the program, we vet the facts,” Hannity said. “We got Obama right. We got Russia right. We got Ukraine right. We vetted Biden when nobody else would in the Biden family thing. We vet what we do. We’re not told what to do. They get everything wrong every single time.”
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I’ll admit that I have no idea what all-grown- up Randall from Recess meant regarding all of the things he got right—again, I wouldn’t watch Great Value Glenn Beck’s show if he were live-vlogging the way Ben Shapiro looked at his wife when he discovered WAP was a thing that exists in real life—but his Freudian slip about not vetting information is still telling. That is if you can call it a slip.
I mean, the man said the words “I don’t vet the information on this program” with his chest and without stammering or tripping over his words even a little bit. It doesn’t seem like he accidentally said the quiet part out loud, it sounded more like he openly admitted that facts don’t matter on his show, then later he realized that confession doesn’t help him prove he’s not a lying mouthpiece with roughly 300 pounds of white male mediocrity attached.
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If Hannity simply misspoke, he did so with a lot of confidence, is all I’m saying.


theroot--2020-12-01--Trump Officially Accuses Wisconsin's Black Voters of Cheating

First , you have to understand how the law works : Remember when those white boys chased down Ahmaud Arbery and shot him for not burglarizing a home ?
Technically , they were “ concerned citizens ” chasing a “ suspected burglar ” to make a citizen ’ s arrest .
According to police , Breonna Taylor was a “ suspected drug trafficker.
” George Floyd was “ resisting.
” Sen. Kelly Loeffler ( R-Ga. ) and Sen. David Perdue ( R-Ga. ) , on the other hand , aren ’ t thieves ; they were simply using a chaotic @ @ @ @ @ @ @ aren ’ t “ drug dealers.
” Michael Flynn wasn ’ t “ resisting arrest ” when he lied to prosecutors to resist being arrested .
So , when Donald Trump filed a lawsuit with Wisconsin ’ s Supreme Court on Tuesday , for the first time since Joe Biden , Kamala Harris and Black voters came together to whip him like he stole something ( an election , perhaps ) , Trump officially accused the Black voters of committing voter fraud .
But , according to the suit , only the Black @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to the lawsuit , they cheated by doing the exact same thing as white voters .
The Trump campaign ’ s suit , which was filed in the state Supreme Court on Tuesday morning , targets roughly 221,000 ballots cast in two heavily Democratic counties , Milwaukee and Dane , which encompass the majority of Wisconsin ’ s Black residents .
The president previously targeted those two counties for the recount his campaign requested .
The ballots the Trump campaign is seeking to have tossed fall into four buckets , according to a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Trump campaign : 170,000 in-person absentee ballots , 5,500 ballots that had some witness address missing , 28,400 ballots from voters who claimed they were “ indefinitely confined ” and 17,300 ballots returned during “ Democracy in the Park ” events hosted by the city of Madison .
According to the Journal Sentine l , Trump essentially alleges that four groups of people shouldn ’ t have been allowed to vote : • People who didn ’ t include their address on their ballot : Wisconsin allows poll workers to write in the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ if the voter rolls match all other information .
• “ Indefinitely Confined ” voters : There was a rumor that people could vote via absentee ballot by classifying themselves as “ indefinitely confined ” during the COVID-19 pandemic .
A court eventually said this was wrong , but thousands voted this way .
Do you know who started the rumor ?
The people who run the elections !
• Anyone who attended “ Democracy in the Park ” : The city hosted events where official poll workers collected absentee ballots .
Trump @ @ @ @ @ @ @ person-early voters : Technically , voters are supposed to fill out an application to vote early and mail it in .
But , for more than a decade , voters have been allowed to come in , fill out the application and then vote on the spot .
Trump claims this is wrong .
All of these claims are solid arguments to contest votes .
But that ’ s not what Trump is doing .
He doesn ’ t want the state to toss votes from the whiter , more conservative counties .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ only happen in the counties where Black people live .
It is also important to note that , while Trump has contested votes in other states ’ majority-minority counties , he ’ s always contested the certifications or the procedures , not the votes .
In Wayne County , Mich. , for instance , Trump argued that his poll watchers weren ’ t allowed to be close enough to the vote counters ( he lost ) .
But in this specific case , he ’ s saying that he ’ s perfectly fine @ @ @ @ @ @ @ but not the negro voters .
After Trump ’ s legal team from the Barnum and Bailey Law School filed the claim , another Trump ally weighed in on these election fraud claims .
Attorney General William Barr spoke to a reporter and , of course , you know Barr is gon na back his daddy Trump .
I haven ’ t even read the AP report , but it says : Barr said U.S. attorneys and FBI agents have been working to follow up specific complaints and information they ’ ve received @ @ @ @ @ @ @ evidence that would change the outcome of the election .
Barr was headed to the White House later for a previously scheduled meeting .
“ To date , we have not seen fraud on a scale that could have effected a different outcome in the election , ” Barr told the AP .
The comments are especially direct coming from Barr , who has been one of the president ’ s most ardent allies .
Before the election , he had repeatedly raised the notion that mail-in voter fraud could be especially vulnerable @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Americans feared going to polls and instead chose to vote by mail .
Shortly after Barr ’ s statement was published , Trump tweeted out more baseless claims of voter fraud .
And his attorney Rudy Giuliani and his campaign issued a scathing statement claiming that , “ with all due respect to the Attorney General , there hasn ’ t been any semblance ” of an investigation .
Do you know how wrong you have to be for MAGA Martin Prince to say you ’ re wrong ?
This is like Diamond @ @ @ @ @ @ @ than Candace Owens rejecting ( insert name of white person here ) .
It ’ s like Dr. Umar Sanders rejecting the teachings of the great black educator Dr. Umar Johnson .
Everything is spinning out of control !
Oh wait , Trump still hates Black people , and Republicans are still trying to steal our votes .

First, you have to understand how the law works: Remember when those white boys chased down Ahmaud Arbery and shot him for not burglarizing a home? Technically, they were “concerned citizens” chasing a “suspected burglar” to make a citizen’s arrest. According to police, Breonna Taylor was a “suspected drug trafficker.” George Floyd was “resisting.”
Sen. Kelly Loeffler (R-Ga.) and Sen. David Perdue (R-Ga.), on the other hand, aren’t thieves; they were simply using a chaotic situation to their advantage. Pharmaceutical executives aren’t “drug dealers.” Michael Flynn wasn’t “resisting arrest” when he lied to prosecutors to resist being arrested.
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So, when Donald Trump filed a lawsuit with Wisconsin’s Supreme Court on Tuesday, for the first time since Joe Biden, Kamala Harris and Black voters came together to whip him like he stole something (an election, perhaps), Trump officially accused the Black voters of committing voter fraud. But, according to the suit, only the Black people voted illegally. And, according to the lawsuit, they cheated by doing the exact same thing as white voters.
Politico reports:
The Trump campaign’s suit, which was filed in the state Supreme Court on Tuesday morning, targets roughly 221,000 ballots cast in two heavily Democratic counties, Milwaukee and Dane, which encompass the majority of Wisconsin’s Black residents. The president previously targeted those two counties for the recount his campaign requested. The ballots the Trump campaign is seeking to have tossed fall into four buckets, according to a copy of the lawsuit circulated by the Trump campaign: 170,000 in-person absentee ballots, 5,500 ballots that had some witness address missing, 28,400 ballots from voters who claimed they were “indefinitely confined” and 17,300 ballots returned during “Democracy in the Park” events hosted by the city of Madison.
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According to the Journal Sentine l, Trump essentially alleges that four groups of people shouldn’t have been allowed to vote:
People who didn’t include their address on their ballot: Wisconsin allows poll workers to write in the address if they know the person or if the voter rolls match all other information.
“Indefinitely Confined” voters: There was a rumor that people could vote via absentee ballot by classifying themselves as “indefinitely confined” during the COVID-19 pandemic. A court eventually said this was wrong, but thousands voted this way. Do you know who started the rumor? The people who run the elections! Anyone who attended “Democracy in the Park”: The city hosted events where official poll workers collected absentee ballots. Trump says this was illegal. In person-early voters: Technically, voters are supposed to fill out an application to vote early and mail it in. But, for more than a decade, voters have been allowed to come in, fill out the application and then vote on the spot. Trump claims this is wrong.
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All of these claims are solid arguments to contest votes. But that’s not what Trump is doing. He doesn’t want the state to toss votes from the whiter, more conservative counties. He’s arguing that it should only happen in the counties where Black people live.
It is also important to note that, while Trump has contested votes in other states’ majority-minority counties, he’s always contested the certifications or the procedures, not the votes. In Wayne County, Mich., for instance, Trump argued that his poll watchers weren’t allowed to be close enough to the vote counters (he lost). But in this specific case, he’s saying that he’s perfectly fine with white people breaking the law, but not the negro voters.
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After Trump’s legal team from the Barnum and Bailey Law School filed the claim, another Trump ally weighed in on these election fraud claims. Attorney General William Barr spoke to a reporter and, of course, you know Barr is gonna back his daddy Trump. I haven’t even read the AP report, but it says:
Barr said U.S. attorneys and FBI agents have been working to follow up specific complaints and information they’ve received, but they’ve uncovered no evidence that would change the outcome of the election. Barr was headed to the White House later for a previously scheduled meeting. “To date, we have not seen fraud on a scale that could have effected a different outcome in the election,” Barr told the AP. The comments are especially direct coming from Barr, who has been one of the president’s most ardent allies. Before the election, he had repeatedly raised the notion that mail-in voter fraud could be especially vulnerable to fraud during the coronavirus pandemic as Americans feared going to polls and instead chose to vote by mail. Shortly after Barr’s statement was published, Trump tweeted out more baseless claims of voter fraud. And his attorney Rudy Giuliani and his campaign issued a scathing statement claiming that, “with all due respect to the Attorney General, there hasn’t been any semblance” of an investigation.
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Wait, what?
Do you know how wrong you have to be for MAGA Martin Prince to say you’re wrong? This is like Diamond calling out Silk! This is worse than Candace Owens rejecting (insert name of white person here). It’s like Dr. Umar Sanders rejecting the teachings of the great black educator Dr. Umar Johnson. Everything is spinning out of control!
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Oh wait, Trump still hates Black people, and Republicans are still trying to steal our votes.
My bad. False alarm.
Court is adjourned.


theroot--2020-12-01--The 10 Best Deals of December 1, 2020

The 10 Best Deals of December 1, 2020

It ’ s December 1 , and we at Kinja Deals are here to bring you the top 10 deals of the day .
Dress up your fur baby with Chewy ’ s buy two pet sweaters , get one free deal .
Grab a new Christmas tree for under $ 100 at Wayfair .
Trick out your winter wardrobe with JACHS NY ’ s extended Cyber Monday sale .
And if you ’ re still craving more deals , take a peek at Tuesday ’ s best deals overall .
We ’ ve got ourselves a Cyber Monday surprise @ @ @ @ @ @ @ special edition Switch that ’ s actually pretty neat .
You get yellow and blue joy-cons , plus a custom dock with classic Fortnite characters on it , like The Banana Guy .
The Switch has Fortnite pre-installed on it ( it ’ s a free game anyways , so not much of a deal there ) , but it also gives you 2,000 V-Bucks .
You ’ ll also get a download code for The Wildcat Bundle , an in-game cosmetic pack for Fortnite .
At the moment , it ’ s @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ll need to pick it up in-store after ordering online .
Amazon and Walmart have it as well , the latter for 99 cents less , though availability is subject to change .
Considering this is a # 1 New Release on Amazon , I wouldn ’ t be surprised if it sells out there first .
This deal was originally published by Giovanni Colantonio .
The white HP Pavilion was my first laptop ever , but it probably could have used a few internal upgrades , starting with the RAM .
After @ @ @ @ @ @ @ laptop to Geek Squad and asking them to install the two 4GB sticks I wanted to replace my mere 2GB modules with .
That was over a decade ago .
For little more than my parents paid for mine that Christmas , you can buy a new 13 '' HP Pavilion for $ 500 if you don ’ t need tricked out performance , or for $ 47 more you can double the RAM as well as the SSD storage , plus add Wi-Fi 6 , in a few simple steps .
First @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Pavilion 13t landing page , then do as I say : select the second option for your processor , the third option for your storage , and the second option for networking , then head to the checkout ; plug in the promo code SMBHOL10 as your coupon , and you ’ re good to go .
This deal applies to both the Ceramic White and Natural Silver models , so you don ’ t have to worry about choosing a specific color .
Since this is an offer leftover from Cyber Monday @ @ @ @ @ @ @ much longer it will last .
Whether you ’ re shopping for a student or someone you know in dire need of a new laptop , this is one discount you don ’ t want to miss out on .
This deal was originally published by Gabe Carey .
Welcome to Cyber Monday at JACHS .
Yes , you heard that right !
The sale has been extended an extra day !
No code needed as prices are already discounted for the day .
So take a good browse and get up to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of the season .
These midweight shawl cardigans ( $ 56 ) are a quintessential fall item and a must for a lazy weekend or to keep cozy while working at home .
There are a few different styles and colors to pick from .
The average discount is 70 % off .
These are great for layering with a button-down or t-shirt .
These cardigans are made of cotton and easy to care for .
Win-win .
Speaking of button-downs ( $ 26 ) those are all around 74 % off in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , Tech shirts are all included .
Lost of hues and designs to choose from so you ’ ll definitely find a few that fit your vibe .
I mean there are 68 of them .
Most are cotton or a cotton-blend .
Another 73 % off category is the stretch tech pants ( $ 27 ) .
There are 6 striking colors in this section .
These are the most comfortable pants JACHS has to offer with their ultra-stretch fabric .
They ’ re an all year round pant too .
Each @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to live in no matter what you do .
This deal was originally published by Sheilah Villari .
Now we ’ re in December it ’ s time for those trees to shine .
My roommate put our ’ s up last night .
I wanted to be salty about it because I won ’ t be seeing my family this year but it was really nice to see the dogs sleeping underneath it .
If you ’ re in need of some holiday cheer in this dumpster fire year here are three @ @ @ @ @ @ @ If you ’ re old fashioned and want a full spruce ( $ 79 ) to decorate from top to bottom this is the tree for you .
Ok so maybe no totally old-fashioned because this is artificial ( they all are ) but you ’ re a traditionalist .
You live for getting to unstring lights and go through the maddening experience of connecting them .
This bushy 6-foot tree comes with a foldable metal stand and will be easy to store in the off months .
Even though the PVC branches @ @ @ @ @ @ @ real deal .
This is a great option and will fit all your decorations .
It does come in a few sizes but this one is the standard .
It really does kind of warm your heart and connects you to old memories when you see a beautifully lit Christmas tree .
I live in the NYC area so I ’ m spoiled with holiday lights and decor .
But this year I won ’ t be going out to look at them so a gorgeously lit 6-foot fir ( $ 82 ) @ @ @ @ @ @ @ work is done with this tree as the lights are built-in .
It ’ s got 8 different light functions to fit your fancy and keep things sparkly .
Again it ’ s very full and narrows perfectly to add anything at the top , an angel , a star , a picture of your dog .
You can do a lot with this one .
For the funky spirits out there this soft pink fir ( $ 87 ) is your yuletide bestie .
I have a few pals that have different @ @ @ @ @ @ @ m honest this is my dream tree .
I know , it surprised me too .
I ’ m a sucker for pastels and color pallets from the 50s/60s and boy is this it .
There is something really romantic about a 6 foot glowing pink eco-friendly and non-flammable tree .
The foldable x-shaped iron stand keeps it secure and the PVC branches help prevent breakage .
This tree could be a show stopper or just a new way to add Christmas flavor to your home .
These will all ship for free @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Sheilah Villari .
To be honest , I only learned this morning what an impact driver does , but it seems like a practical thing to have around if you ’ re doing a lot of drilling and want to keep your hands from cramping up .
From the explanation I read on the Home Depot website , it also sounds like , compared to power drills , an impact driver is faster and less likely to screw up your screws .
Haha , see what I did there ?
I don ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ but I do know Milwaukee is a trusted name in power tools , and when something of theirs goes on sale at a discount as steep as 55 % off , it ’ s worth a nod .
For one more day , you can grab an impact drill for yourself and finally get started on those DIY projects you ’ ve been putting off in quarantine .
Whether you ’ re assembling furniture for a new home or remodel , or you ’ re adding onto your house in some fashion , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ investment .
This one in particular is cordless and comes with a 4Ah removable battery , as well as the charger to power it up and a bag to carry it around without losing your bits .
It ’ s 12 volts , which as I ’ ve gathered , is the baseline for impact drivers , though its variable speed options and portability make it versatile enough to hopefully make up for the average performance .
This deal was originally posted by Gabe Carey .
For the rest of the day grab @ @ @ @ @ @ @ at Chewy .
Well actually there ’ s a ton of mix and match items in this deal but I ’ d like to address the homes with multiple pets .
Boy , are y ’ all lucky to be blessed with so many fur babies .
Spread some holiday cheer and get your pet pals into the spirit too with some funky yuletide duds .
Prices slightly vary for size and the lowest price will be the one that is discounted .
No codes necessary and the discount will appear once you @ @ @ @ @ @ @ all orders over $ 49 .
This deal was originally published by Sheilah Villari .
Just because Cyber Monday has ended doesn ’ t mean there still aren ’ t savings in the holiday ether .
Until December 29 use the code 808149 at Ulta and take $ 5 off your next $ 15 purchase .
The Morphe Artistry Palettes might not be half off anymore but their regular price is still pretty affordable , that ’ s what Morphe is known for .
Add a shadow brush to whatever palette you want @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 14 .
This is also a good time to replace your blenders , which you should be doing every three months .
Beautyblender ( $ 15 ) is the coveted brand and if you can get one for less all the better .
I ’ ve been an enthusiast of the brand for a while and can really see the difference .
Their shape is very specific for even application without wasting foundation , and who wants to waste good products ?
This is well worth the money since you know you ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to be replaced .
As long as you spend $ 15 you take that 5 bucks off of anything in the store .
You ’ ll get free shipping on any order over $ 35 if you feel the need to spend just a smidge more .
This deal was originally published by Sheilah Villari .
Deep breaths , deep breaths .
Yakuza : Like a Dragon is down to $ 40 at Amazon , which is a very low price considering it just came out a few weeks ago .
Personally , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ days ago for $ 60 .
Isn ’ t that funny ?
I figured , “ There ’ s no way it ’ ll get discounted this early.
” And then it went down to $ 50 !
Great , I love that for everyone that is not me !
Lo and behold , I ’ ve woken up today and here we are at $ 40 .
Extremely cool and I ’ m happy for everyone who had the foresight to wait , like , two weeks .
Anyway , Like a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ series , which just seems to get increasingly weirder as time goes on .
The biggest change this time around is a pivot to turn-combat , a departure for the series .
You can also do a bunch of wacky and mundane side-missions like can collecting and go karting and that ’ s really the selling point here , frankly .
This deal was originally published by Giovanni Colantonio .
I ’ m so proud of you for still wearing a mask , it ’ s super cool of you .
But do @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a little more heavy-duty ?
Or maybe you just want to put your mind at ease with something a smidge more protective ?
Grab 40 of the KN95 masks from Meh right now for just $ 20 .
These are industry-standard which means they are supposed to filter 95 percent of particles .
That is just about as good as you can get .
So the mask obviously doesn ’ t completely eliminate the risk of catching or spreading something but if you wear it correctly it still drastically reduces the likelihood .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ ve got severe allergies or asthma and protect against pollen , dander , and whatnot .
The KN-95 isn ’ t made for clinical environments not that you ’ re performing surgery with these but they will definitely protect you and others against what is currently out there .
Not all heroes wear capes , but they do wear masks .
So thank you .
If you ’ ve read a few of our pieces on Meh before and you like what you ’ ve seen they offer a $ 5 monthly fee @ @ @ @ @ @ @ your orders no matter how many .
Otherwise , it ’ s a flat rate of $ 8 .
This deal was originally published by Sheilah Villari .
A few companies are letting their Cyber Monday deals roll over into December for a few days and bless them for that .
Kopari is a great clean beauty brand and ideal for anyone who loves coconut which is the active ingredient across their line .
If 100 % organic coconut is your jam Kopari is for you .
For the rest of the day @ @ @ @ @ @ @ code SWEET30 .
If you ’ ve never tried or even heard of Kopari I can say they ’ re pretty quality .
Kopari ’ s got a bundle of their best sellers to help you try a few of their offerings to see which is best for you .
For just $ 53 you ’ ll receive their top 4 items .
I got to try the Coconut Exfoliant Crush Scrub in a sample box and have to say it ’ s a great exfoliator for winter , it left my face @ @ @ @ @ @ @ scent isn ’ t overwhelming either .
You ’ ll also get the Hydrating Shower Oil Body Wash for a fresh island clean .
The Organic Coconut Melt is great for a multitude of things beyond just moisturizing .
I ’ ve seen a few of these on the market and this one can be used in hair , under the eyes , even to help soothe chapped skin which is great for the cold weather .
Lastly is Coconut Deo .
This one is awesome for folks with sensitive skin looking for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and Kopari uses coconut and sage to do just that .
This bundle will ship for free .
Otherwise , any order over $ 20 will too .
This deal was originally published by Sheilah Villari .

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Tuesday’s Best Deals | Kinja Deals
It’s December 1, and we at Kinja Deals are here to bring you the top 10 deals of the day. Dress up your fur baby with Chewy’s buy two pet sweaters, get one free deal. Grab a new Christmas tree for under $100 at Wayfair. Trick out your winter wardrobe with JACHS NY’s extended Cyber Monday sale.
And if you’re still craving more deals, take a peek at Tuesday’s best deals overall.
#1: Fortnite switch bundle
We’ve got ourselves a Cyber Monday surprise, folks. Nintendo revealed a Fortnite-themed special edition Switch that’s actually pretty neat. You get yellow and blue joy-cons, plus a custom dock with classic Fortnite characters on it, like The Banana Guy. The Switch has Fortnite pre-installed on it (it’s a free game anyways, so not much of a deal there), but it also gives you 2,000 V-Bucks. You’ll also get a download code for The Wildcat Bundle, an in-game cosmetic pack for Fortnite. At the moment, it’s available from Best Buy and you’ll need to pick it up in-store after ordering online. Amazon and Walmart have it as well, the latter for 99 cents less, though availability is subject to change. Considering this is a #1 New Release on Amazon, I wouldn’t be surprised if it sells out there first.
This deal was originally published by Giovanni Colantonio.
#2: HP Pavilion 13
The white HP Pavilion was my first laptop ever, but it probably could have used a few internal upgrades, starting with the RAM. After a couple of years, taking my laptop to Geek Squad and asking them to install the two 4GB sticks I wanted to replace my mere 2GB modules with. That was over a decade ago. For little more than my parents paid for mine that Christmas, you can buy a new 13" HP Pavilion for $500 if you don’t need tricked out performance, or for $47 more you can double the RAM as well as the SSD storage, plus add Wi-Fi 6, in a few simple steps.
First, click Customize & Buy from the Pavilion 13t landing page, then do as I say: select the second option for your processor, the third option for your storage, and the second option for networking, then head to the checkout; plug in the promo code SMBHOL10 as your coupon, and you’re good to go. This deal applies to both the Ceramic White and Natural Silver models, so you don’t have to worry about choosing a specific color. Since this is an offer leftover from Cyber Monday, there’s no telling how much longer it will last. Whether you’re shopping for a student or someone you know in dire need of a new laptop, this is one discount you don’t want to miss out on.
This deal was originally published by Gabe Carey.
#3: Jachs NY sitewide sale
Welcome to Cyber Monday at JACHS. Yes, you heard that right! The sale has been extended an extra day! No code needed as prices are already discounted for the day. So take a good browse and get up to 90% off in the greatest sale of the season.
These midweight shawl cardigans ($56) are a quintessential fall item and a must for a lazy weekend or to keep cozy while working at home. There are a few different styles and colors to pick from. The average discount is 70% off. These are great for layering with a button-down or t-shirt. These cardigans are made of cotton and easy to care for. Win-win.
Speaking of button-downs ($26) those are all around 74% off in this killer deal. Flannels, Oxfords, Tech shirts are all included. Lost of hues and designs to choose from so you’ll definitely find a few that fit your vibe. I mean there are 68 of them. Most are cotton or a cotton-blend.
Another 73% off category is the stretch tech pants ($27). There are 6 striking colors in this section. These are the most comfortable pants JACHS has to offer with their ultra-stretch fabric. They’re an all year round pant too. Each pair is a polyester/spandex blend and made to live in no matter what you do.
Free shipping on orders over $100.
This deal was originally published by Sheilah Villari.
#4: Wayfair Christmas trees
Now we’re in December it’s time for those trees to shine. My roommate put our’s up last night. I wanted to be salty about it because I won’t be seeing my family this year but it was really nice to see the dogs sleeping underneath it. If you’re in need of some holiday cheer in this dumpster fire year here are three trees from Wayfair under $100.
If you’re old fashioned and want a full spruce ($79) to decorate from top to bottom this is the tree for you. Ok so maybe no totally old-fashioned because this is artificial (they all are) but you’re a traditionalist. You live for getting to unstring lights and go through the maddening experience of connecting them. This bushy 6-foot tree comes with a foldable metal stand and will be easy to store in the off months. Even though the PVC branches are fake they sure look like the real deal. This is a great option and will fit all your decorations. It does come in a few sizes but this one is the standard.
It really does kind of warm your heart and connects you to old memories when you see a beautifully lit Christmas tree. I live in the NYC area so I’m spoiled with holiday lights and decor. But this year I won’t be going out to look at them so a gorgeously lit 6-foot fir ($82) will have to suffice. Half the work is done with this tree as the lights are built-in. It’s got 8 different light functions to fit your fancy and keep things sparkly. Again it’s very full and narrows perfectly to add anything at the top, an angel, a star, a picture of your dog. You can do a lot with this one.
For the funky spirits out there this soft pink fir ($87) is your yuletide bestie. I have a few pals that have different versions of this but if I’m honest this is my dream tree. I know, it surprised me too. I’m a sucker for pastels and color pallets from the 50s/60s and boy is this it. There is something really romantic about a 6 foot glowing pink eco-friendly and non-flammable tree. The foldable x-shaped iron stand keeps it secure and the PVC branches help prevent breakage. This tree could be a show stopper or just a new way to add Christmas flavor to your home.
These will all ship for free.
This deal was originally published by Sheilah Villari.
#5: Milwaukee impact driver
To be honest, I only learned this morning what an impact driver does, but it seems like a practical thing to have around if you’re doing a lot of drilling and want to keep your hands from cramping up. From the explanation I read on the Home Depot website, it also sounds like, compared to power drills, an impact driver is faster and less likely to screw up your screws. Haha, see what I did there? I don’t know much about impact drivers, but I do know Milwaukee is a trusted name in power tools, and when something of theirs goes on sale at a discount as steep as 55% off, it’s worth a nod.
For one more day, you can grab an impact drill for yourself and finally get started on those DIY projects you’ve been putting off in quarantine. Whether you’re assembling furniture for a new home or remodel, or you’re adding onto your house in some fashion, an impact driver is probably a good investment. This one in particular is cordless and comes with a 4Ah removable battery, as well as the charger to power it up and a bag to carry it around without losing your bits. It’s 12 volts, which as I’ve gathered, is the baseline for impact drivers, though its variable speed options and portability make it versatile enough to hopefully make up for the average performance.
This deal was originally posted by Gabe Carey.
#6: Chewy pet sweaters
For the rest of the day grab two pet sweaters and get one free at Chewy. Well actually there’s a ton of mix and match items in this deal but I’d like to address the homes with multiple pets. Boy, are y’all lucky to be blessed with so many fur babies. Spread some holiday cheer and get your pet pals into the spirit too with some funky yuletide duds. Prices slightly vary for size and the lowest price will be the one that is discounted. No codes necessary and the discount will appear once you begin to checkout.
Free shipping on all orders over $49.
This deal was originally published by Sheilah Villari.
#7: Ulta beauty sale
Just because Cyber Monday has ended doesn’t mean there still aren’t savings in the holiday ether. Until December 29 use the code 808149 at Ulta and take $5 off your next $15 purchase.
The Morphe Artistry Palettes might not be half off anymore but their regular price is still pretty affordable, that’s what Morphe is known for. Add a shadow brush to whatever palette you want and get this bundle for just $14.
This is also a good time to replace your blenders, which you should be doing every three months. Beautyblender ($15) is the coveted brand and if you can get one for less all the better. I’ve been an enthusiast of the brand for a while and can really see the difference. Their shape is very specific for even application without wasting foundation, and who wants to waste good products? This is well worth the money since you know you’ll be using it until it needs to be replaced.
As long as you spend $15 you take that 5 bucks off of anything in the store. You’ll get free shipping on any order over $35 if you feel the need to spend just a smidge more.
This deal was originally published by Sheilah Villari.
#8: Yakuza: Like a dragon
Deep breaths, deep breaths. Yakuza: Like a Dragon is down to $40 at Amazon, which is a very low price considering it just came out a few weeks ago. Personally, I just bought the game a few days ago for $60. Isn’t that funny? I figured, “There’s no way it’ll get discounted this early.” And then it went down to $50! Great, I love that for everyone that is not me! Lo and behold, I’ve woken up today and here we are at $40. Extremely cool and I’m happy for everyone who had the foresight to wait, like, two weeks. Anyway, Like a Dragon is the latest in the Yakuza series, which just seems to get increasingly weirder as time goes on. The biggest change this time around is a pivot to turn-combat, a departure for the series. You can also do a bunch of wacky and mundane side-missions like can collecting and go karting and that’s really the selling point here, frankly.
This deal was originally published by Giovanni Colantonio.
#9: Kn95 face masks
I’m so proud of you for still wearing a mask, it’s super cool of you. But do you need an upgrade or maybe something a little more heavy-duty? Or maybe you just want to put your mind at ease with something a smidge more protective? Grab 40 of the KN95 masks from Meh right now for just $20.
These are industry-standard which means they are supposed to filter 95 percent of particles. That is just about as good as you can get. So the mask obviously doesn’t completely eliminate the risk of catching or spreading something but if you wear it correctly it still drastically reduces the likelihood. These are also great if you’ve got severe allergies or asthma and protect against pollen, dander, and whatnot. The KN-95 isn’t made for clinical environments not that you’re performing surgery with these but they will definitely protect you and others against what is currently out there. Not all heroes wear capes, but they do wear masks. So thank you.
If you’ve read a few of our pieces on Meh 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. Otherwise, it’s a flat rate of $8.
This deal was originally published by Sheilah Villari.
#10: Kopari Beauty Sale
A few companies are letting their Cyber Monday deals roll over into December for a few days and bless them for that. Kopari is a great clean beauty brand and ideal for anyone who loves coconut which is the active ingredient across their line. If 100% organic coconut is your jam Kopari is for you. For the rest of the day take 30% off anything with the code SWEET30.
If you’ve never tried or even heard of Kopari I can say they’re pretty quality. Kopari’s got a bundle of their best sellers to help you try a few of their offerings to see which is best for you. For just $53 you’ll receive their top 4 items.
I got to try the Coconut Exfoliant Crush Scrub in a sample box and have to say it’s a great exfoliator for winter, it left my face and arms super smooth. The coconut scent isn’t overwhelming either. You’ll also get the Hydrating Shower Oil Body Wash for a fresh island clean. The Organic Coconut Melt is great for a multitude of things beyond just moisturizing. I’ve seen a few of these on the market and this one can be used in hair, under the eyes, even to help soothe chapped skin which is great for the cold weather. Lastly is Coconut Deo. This one is awesome for folks with sensitive skin looking for a deodorant that will protect the underarms and Kopari uses coconut and sage to do just that.
fan favorites Best Sellers Bundle The ultimate clean routine!
Getting squeaky clean from head to pits to toes with 100% organic coconut. Buy for $69 at Kopari
This bundle will ship for free. Otherwise, any order over $20 will too.
This deal was originally published by Sheilah Villari.


theroot--2020-12-01--Here's to Giving Black: How to Be Intentional and Purposeful With Your #GivingTuesday Donations

Thanksgiving can be a complicated time for folks , even in non-pandemic circumstances .
Sure , there ’ s fellowship and football , but also fraught family dynamics , ever-encroaching pressure to make good on sales and BUY ALL THE THINGS , plus the whole bullshit Pilgrim mythology .
Giving Tuesday , which is celebrated on the Tuesday following Thanksgiving , comes a lot closer to capturing the spirit of the holiday season , especially in 2020—a year that has not only seen anguished protests and mass outpourings of grief , but also the rise of mutual aid groups designed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ go vernments are unable—or unwilling—to step in .
There are many ways to give back this year—and more importantly , to give to Black organizations .
According to Giving USA , Americans give to charity each year , but only a fraction of that lands in the hands of Black organizations and nonprofits .
A recent study by the Ms. Foundation looked just at money given by foundations ( a total of $ 66.9 billion ) and found that the total philanthropic giving to women and girls of color comprised just 0.5 percent @ @ @ @ @ @ @ were to take those donations and physically put them in the hands of every woman or girl of color in the U.S. , they ’ d each have only $ 5.48 .
Give Blck allows donors to be intentional in their giving .
A comprehensive database of Black-founded nonprofit organizations , the site separates groups into different categories , such as health , technology , arts and culture , civil rights , and gender equity .
Organizations can also be found according to the state in which they ’ re located .
There @ @ @ @ @ @ @ app , intended for use by both donors and businesses , campaigns and organizations , and the Give Back Black project , a directory that focuses on civil rights and criminal justice organizations led by Black people .
Among the Black-centered arts organizations raising money on Giving Tuesday is the National Museum of African American Music , which aims to educate and preserve the legacy of the role African Americans have played in creating and defining American music .
Museums , in particular , have been hit hard this year by the COVID-19 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the Studio Museum in Harlem has an anonymous donor matching all gifts up to $ 100,000 to help the renowned museum continue its work supporting Black artists and the surrounding community .
Various personalities are also using Instagram ’ s Live Donations feature to help spur giving .
The Shade Room used its platform Tuesday morning to help raise funds for Peace4Kids , while YouTube star Cristian Dennis was among a handful of celebrities using the platform to raise money for The Trevor Project , which provides crisis intervention and suicide prevention services @ @ @ @ @ @ @ folks wanting something closer to home , this mutual aid hub helps connect people to local organizations that have been supporting their neighbors throughout the COVID-19 pandemic , a service that will prove even more essential to many as the holiday season brings increased financial strain and sickness .
The site includes a database of food banks , as well as a primer on how to start your own mutual aid network .

Thanksgiving can be a complicated time for folks, even in non-pandemic circumstances. Sure, there’s fellowship and football, but also fraught family dynamics, ever-encroaching pressure to make good on sales and BUY ALL THE THINGS, plus the whole bullshit Pilgrim mythology.
Giving Tuesday, which is celebrated on the Tuesday following Thanksgiving, comes a lot closer to capturing the spirit of the holiday season, especially in 2020—a year that has not only seen anguished protests and mass outpourings of grief, but also the rise of mutual aid groups designed to sustain and care for communities when go vernments are unable—or unwilling—to step in.
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There are many ways to give back this year—and more importantly, to give to Black organizations.
According to Giving USA, Americans give to charity each year, but only a fraction of that lands in the hands of Black organizations and nonprofits. A recent study by the Ms. Foundation looked just at money given by foundations (a total of $66.9 billion) and found that the total philanthropic giving to women and girls of color comprised just 0.5 percent.
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To put it another way—if you were to take those donations and physically put them in the hands of every woman or girl of color in the U.S., they’d each have only $5.48.
Give Blck allows donors to be intentional in their giving. A comprehensive database of Black-founded nonprofit organizations, the site separates groups into different categories, such as health, technology, arts and culture, civil rights, and gender equity. Organizations can also be found according to the state in which they’re located.
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There is a separate, unaffiliated Give Black app, intended for use by both donors and businesses, campaigns and organizations, and the Give Back Black project, a directory that focuses on civil rights and criminal justice organizations led by Black people.
Among the Black-centered arts organizations raising money on Giving Tuesday is the National Museum of African American Music, which aims to educate and preserve the legacy of the role African Americans have played in creating and defining American music. Museums, in particular, have been hit hard this year by the COVID-19 pandemic. To help raise funds, the Studio Museum in Harlem has an anonymous donor matching all gifts up to $100,000 to help the renowned museum continue its work supporting Black artists and the surrounding community.
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Various personalities are also using Instagram’s Live Donations feature to help spur giving. The Shade Room used its platform Tuesday morning to help raise funds for Peace4Kids, while YouTube star Cristian Dennis was among a handful of celebrities using the platform to raise money for The Trevor Project, which provides crisis intervention and suicide prevention services to LGBTQ youth.
Finally, for folks wanting something closer to home, this mutual aid hub helps connect people to local organizations that have been supporting their neighbors throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, a service that will prove even more essential to many as the holiday season brings increased financial strain and sickness. The site includes a database of food banks, as well as a primer on how to start your own mutual aid network.


theroot--2020-12-01--Formula One Superstar Lewis Hamilton Tests Positive for COVID-19: 'I'm Devastated'

Being one of the greatest performers in the history of your sport might afford you plenty of privileges , but at the end of the day , Formula One superstar Lewis Hamilton has learned that while he can run circles around just about anyone , he ’ s no match for the coronavirus .
On Tuesday , the seven-time champ took to Twitter to unveil his diagnosis .
“ Hi guys , ” he wrote in a statement .
“ I ’ m devastated that I won ’ t be racing this weekend .
Since we started the season in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ been taking all the precautions we possibly can and following the regulations everywhere we ’ ve been in order to stay safe .
Unfortunately , even though I returned three negative results this past week , I woke up yesterday morning with mild symptoms and requested another test which came back positive.
” CBS News reports that the 35-year-old has been put in isolation in accordance with Bahrain protocols , and I regret to inform you that yes , he ’ ll miss the Sakhir Grand Prix this upcoming weekend .
Fans of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a bit drained following Sunday ’ s Bahrain Grand Prix , in which he beat out Alex Albon and Max Verstappen for his 11th win of the 2020 season .
“ It ’ s physical , this track has always been physical , ” he said after Sunday ’ s race .
“ We ’ ve got lots of high-speed corners so I was definitely feeling it .
I was sliding around a lot out there and I wasn ’ t really quite sure how it would play out at the end.
” @ @ @ @ @ @ @ mild , though the possibility remains that he could miss the rest of the 2020 season .
“ Apart from mild symptoms , he is otherwise fit and well , and the entire team sends him its very best wishes for a swift recovery , ” his Mercedes team told CBS News .
Aside from dominating the race track , Hamilton has been vigilant in his pursuit of racial equality both in and outside of his sport .
In July , he called out Formula One and the FIA for what he perceived @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in addressing the lack of diversity in racing .
“ We haven ’ t made any progress , ” Hamilton fumed at the time , per Racer Magazine .
“ We ’ ve said things and there ’ s been statements released , and we ’ ve made gestures such as kneeling but we ’ ve not changed anything , except for perhaps some of our awareness .
I ’ m definitely encouraged by our team ; those in Formula 1 who are ‘ What else can we do ?
Can we do @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ?
’ so I think it ’ s about communication.
” We wish Hamilton a speedy recovery and look forward to him returning to the race track in the near future .

Being one of the greatest performers in the history of your sport might afford you plenty of privileges, but at the end of the day, Formula One superstar Lewis Hamilton has learned that while he can run circles around just about anyone, he’s no match for the coronavirus.
On Tuesday, the seven-time champ took to Twitter to unveil his diagnosis.
“Hi guys,” he wrote in a statement. “I’m devastated that I won’t be racing this weekend. Since we started the season in June, my team and I have been taking all the precautions we possibly can and following the regulations everywhere we’ve been in order to stay safe. Unfortunately, even though I returned three negative results this past week, I woke up yesterday morning with mild symptoms and requested another test which came back positive.”
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Damn, homie.
CBS News reports that the 35-year-old has been put in isolation in accordance with Bahrain protocols, and I regret to inform you that yes, he’ll miss the Sakhir Grand Prix this upcoming weekend.
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Fans of Hamilton noted that he appeared to be a bit drained following Sunday’s Bahrain Grand Prix, in which he beat out Alex Albon and Max Verstappen for his 11th win of the 2020 season.
“It’s physical, this track has always been physical,” he said after Sunday’s race. “We’ve got lots of high-speed corners so I was definitely feeling it. I was sliding around a lot out there and I wasn’t really quite sure how it would play out at the end.”
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Thankfully, Hamilton’s symptoms are mild, though the possibility remains that he could miss the rest of the 2020 season.
“Apart from mild symptoms, he is otherwise fit and well, and the entire team sends him its very best wishes for a swift recovery,” his Mercedes team told CBS News.
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Aside from dominating the race track, Hamilton has been vigilant in his pursuit of racial equality both in and outside of his sport. In July, he called out Formula One and the FIA for what he perceived as a “lack of leadership” in addressing the lack of diversity in racing.
“We haven’t made any progress,” Hamilton fumed at the time, per Racer Magazine. “We’ve said things and there’s been statements released, and we’ve made gestures such as kneeling but we’ve not changed anything, except for perhaps some of our awareness. I’m definitely encouraged by our team; those in Formula 1 who are ‘What else can we do? Can we do more? Can we do it better?’ so I think it’s about communication.”
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We wish Hamilton a speedy recovery and look forward to him returning to the race track in the near future.


theroot--2020-12-01--Regina Thee King Wants to Eventually Do Broadway, So We Might as Well Give Her EGOT Status Now

Watchmen star Regina King has revealed a potential future career move that may or may not surprise you : Broadway .
Speaking to WSJ magazine , King admitted that while previous opportunities to secure a spot in a stage play came a bit early , ( her son Ian was still in school at the time ) , it ’ s something she feels more ready for now than ever .
“ It sucks the life out of you , ” the Oscar winner explained .
“ It takes up so much of your time .
But it ’ s @ @ @ @ @ @ @ rest of us , perhaps what ’ s been the most rewarding is seeing King ’ s star shine brighter and brighter and Hollywood finally opening its eyes to see it .
Not only is she the first Black female director to have a film screened at the Venice Film Festival ( looking at you One Night in Miami ) , but King also received the 2019 Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress in Barry Jenkins ’ If Beale Street Could Talk .
Earlier this year , she won an Emmy for Outstanding @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Television role for her phenomenal performance as Angela Abar in HBO ’ s Watchmen .
( Which is a show I am now going to have to rewatch with fresh eyes , thanks to a new plot theory put forth by her onscreen hubby Yahya Abdul-Mateen II . )
When asked about King ’ s long-overdue recognition , Watchmen creator Damon Lindelof told WSJ Magazine : Hollywood loves to tell the story of the overnight sensation and the ingénue ... and because Regina has been acting since she was a kid , it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ sense of discovery .
If Meryl Streep–level parts ... were being written for Regina , she would have also won Oscars .
Those parts just weren ’ t getting written for her , and now they are .
I think there ’ s a whole level of filmmakers who understand that they ’ ve got a supernova of talent in Regina King , and in order to get her interested in your project , you ’ ve got to write a part that ’ s worthy of her .
You tell ’ em @ @ @ @ @ @ @ there any role Regina hasn ’ t absolutely murked yet ?
Broadway , I hope you have your pens and Tony Awards ready .
You ’ re definitely gon na have to bring your A-game .

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

Watchmen star Regina King has revealed a potential future career move that may or may not surprise you: Broadway. Speaking to WSJ magazine, King admitted that while previous opportunities to secure a spot in a stage play came a bit early, (her son Ian was still in school at the time), it’s something she feels more ready for now than ever. “It sucks the life out of you,” the Oscar winner explained. “It takes up so much of your time. But it’s the most rewarding thing.” For the rest of us, perhaps what’s been the most rewarding is seeing King’s star shine brighter and brighter and Hollywood finally opening its eyes to see it.
Not only is she the first Black female director to have a film screened at the Venice Film Festival (looking at you One Night in Miami), but King also received the 2019 Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress in Barry Jenkins’ If Beale Street Could Talk. Earlier this year, she won an Emmy for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Limited Series or Television role for her phenomenal performance as Angela Abar in HBO’s Watchmen. (Which is a show I am now going to have to rewatch with fresh eyes, thanks to a new plot theory put forth by her onscreen hubby Yahya Abdul-Mateen II.) When asked about King’s long-overdue recognition, Watchmen creator Damon Lindelof told WSJ Magazine:
Hollywood loves to tell the story of the overnight sensation and the ingénue...and because Regina has been acting since she was a kid, it’s depriving the system of this sense of discovery. If Meryl Streep–level parts...were being written for Regina, she would have also won Oscars. Those parts just weren’t getting written for her, and now they are. I think there’s a whole level of filmmakers who understand that they’ve got a supernova of talent in Regina King, and in order to get her interested in your project, you’ve got to write a part that’s worthy of her.
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You tell ’em, Damon. I mean, is there any role Regina hasn’t absolutely murked yet? Broadway, I hope you have your pens and Tony Awards ready. You’re definitely gonna have to bring your A-game.


theroot--2020-12-01--The Best Press-on Nails Because, Let’s Face It, the Home Manicure Didn’t Really Work Out

I don ’ t know about you , but given social distancing practices , I can ’ t remember the last time that I got my nails done professionally .
However , I ’ ve discovered a DIY hack that has been a self-care godsend : press-on-nails !
Get the flawless manicure look without risking your health or putting a dent in your savings .
We at Kinja Deals have put together a list of the best press-on nails out there , designed to fit a variety of needs and tastes .
Whether you ’ re looking to step up @ @ @ @ @ @ @ barely-there look , we ’ ve g ot the lowdown on the products you ’ ve been searching for .
Clutch Nails lie somewhere between classy and fun , whimsical but not tacky , although , there are options in its line for the more adventurous types .
Bad Barbie is currently my favorite of the bunch .
They wear extremely well and last over a week , usually 2 .
The size is perfect as they aren ’ t too long when I type or have to open anything .
Kiss Salon @ @ @ @ @ @ @ It carries several shapes and designs for all occasions .
Sometimes if I want to use a forgotten favorite polish , I ’ ll buy this nude set and paint them myself .
I love an accent nail , and doing it this way lets me create my own exquisite design every time .
Kiss has a sister line called imPRESS , and its nails are fully press-on and not glued down .
You can , however , glue them down if you so choose , but don ’ t expect Kiss-quality .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ pretty for me , but you can buy them in real short to long sizes .
At the intersection of spooky and preppy is where you ’ ll find Rave Nailz , a company with some of the most striking designs I ’ ve ever seen .
Want to stand out ?
These are the nails for you .
Plenty of options will satisfy your inner goth , but there ’ s also a ton of colors to indulge the pop star you long to be .
I love this Fluffy Cloud set @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a nice touch to the traditional press-on nail look .
Are you an eco-goth ?
If so , Static Nails has the best product for you !
The brand ’ s award-winning reusable Caviar pop-on nails will give you the perfect matte black manicure without adding to environmental waste or damaging your nails .
Honestly , what could be better ?
I ’ ve had a few sets of Marmalade , and rest assured , the Opal Iridescents are built to last—up to 2 weeks in my experience !
Given even the most @ @ @ @ @ @ @ both sturdy and fabulous , catching the eye no matter which ones you choose .
That being said , Marmalade nails are not for the demure , but rather those going for flash over class .
This deal was originally published by Sheilah Villari on 12/01/2020 and updated by Juliana Clark on 12/01/2020 .

Sheilah Villari and Juliana Clark on Roundups, shared by Gabe Carey to The Root

Top Product: Kiss Gel Fantasy Jelly Nails - Jelly Baby | $7 | Target
I don’t know about you, but given social distancing practices, I’ve been afraid to get my nails done professionally. However, I’ve discovered a great DIY hack that has been a self-care godsend: press-on-nails! Get the flawless manicure look without risking your health or putting a dent in your savings.
We at Kinja Deals have put together a list of the best press-on nails out there, designed to fit a variety of needs and tastes. Whether you’re looking to step up your Zoom rave game or tout a barely-there look, we’ve got the lowdown on the products you’ve been searching for.
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Kiss Paralyzed Pink imPRESS Color press-on nails will have you saying goodbye to nail polish once and for all! Especially for those of us whose hands are a bit small to average size. This kit contains a whopping 30 nails, a prep pad, a mini file, and a wood stick. These nails are easy to apply, chip-proof, and guaranteed to keep your natural nails intact.
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When I’m really out here for deals, I turn to Macy’s, and when it comes to press-on nails, the department store hardly disappoints. Waterproof and lasting up to seven days, the Dashing Diva Barely Bougie kit is a great, affordable addition to your beauty routine. Created with advanced pressure-sensitive adhesive, these nails will remain secured, so your nail doesn’t pop off on the way to the grocery store. And when it’s time to remove, there is no soak-off or painful process involved. Beautiful, effortless, and affordable. What’s not to love?
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This Kiss Limited Edition Collection is perfect to bring in the summertime. The Sarah imPRESS X Jess Conte Manicure Kit was created by musician and content creator Jess Conte. The PureFit Technology will make your nails look and feel like your own, without any glue needed. They’re safe on natural nails and easy to remove. This kit comes with 30 nails, a p rep pad, m ini file, and m anicure s tick.
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Tons of us are cashing in on the stiletto nail trend. If you’re trying to look cute on a budget, then cash in on the Kiss Gel Fantasy Jelly Nails - Jelly Baby. These translucent gel nails feature high shine and can be applied with either glue or mega-adhesive tabs in just a few minutes. Note that the kit comes with gel glue, a manicure stick, and a mini file.
This story was originally published by Sheilah Villari on 12/01/2020 and updated with new information by Juliana Clark on 07/23/2021.


theroot--2020-12-01--Why Does a Self-Proclaimed Billionaire Keep Begging for Donations?

President Trump is becoming the PT Barnum of his day , and the crazy conspiracy theories and racist rants he pushes to his legions of sycophants is his circus .
Somehow , someway , Trump has convinced his followers that his campaign needs donations to fight to pay for appeals in states where he and everyone around him continue to claim voter fraud despite any evidence of voter fraud .
There is no voter fraud but that hasn ’ t stopped Trump from claiming it and creating a fight with shadows that don ’ t exist .
And you know @ @ @ @ @ @ @ against the air ?
Money .
Always money .
The self-proclaimed billionaire has no coins .
To hear Trump tell it , the election is being stolen from him ( from us ) and the only way to stop the thieves is with cash .
So there have been countless emails sent out to his supporters ( I know because someone signed me up to his email list as a burn and it ’ s turned out to be a great resource ) for a reported “ Election Defense Fund ” in an @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
But the whole thing is bullshit .
From the New York Times : In reality , the fine print shows that the first 75 percent of every contribution currently goes to a new political action committee that Mr. Trump set up in mid-November , Save America , which can be used to fund his political activities going forward , including staff and travel .
The other 25 percent of each donation is directed to the Republican National Committee .
A donor has to give $ 5,000 to Mr. Trump ’ s new @ @ @ @ @ @ @ recount account .
Still , the Trump campaign continues to urgently ask for cash .
On Monday , Mr. Trump signed a campaign email that breathlessly told supporters that the end of November — nearly four weeks after Election Day — represented “ our most IMPORTANT deadline EVER.
” In less than four weeks , Trump has raised $ 170 million and this is coming from a man who lost an election .
That number is so large that it rivaled Trump ’ s highest donations at the peak of his campaign and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of the money has been spent paying off old campaign debt , and the remaining money will be spent on his bullshit life after he ’ s evicted from the White House .
And because the campaign is sheisty AF , there is a prechecked box for continuing contributions taken straight from donors ’ accounts monthly , and I say good for them .
Anyone who donates to this heartless roadside performer deserves everything that comes with it .
Rob Flaherty , who served as President-elect Joe Biden ’ s digital director took @ @ @ @ @ @ @ solicitation of donations a “ plain and simple grift.
” But when has Trump ever let name-calling stand in the way of stealing money ?

President Trump is becoming the PT Barnum of his day, and the crazy conspiracy theories and racist rants he pushes to his legions of sycophants is his circus.
Somehow, someway, Trump has convinced his followers that his campaign needs donations to fight to pay for appeals in states where he and everyone around him continue to claim voter fraud despite any evidence of voter fraud.
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There is no voter fraud but that hasn’t stopped Trump from claiming it and creating a fight with shadows that don’t exist. And you know what he needs to win the fight against the air? Money. Always money.
The self-proclaimed billionaire has no coins.
To hear Trump tell it, the election is being stolen from him (from us) and the only way to stop the thieves is with cash. So there have been countless emails sent out to his supporters (I know because someone signed me up to his email list as a burn and it’s turned out to be a great resource) for a reported “Election Defense Fund” in an election that has shown no voter fraud.
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But the whole thing is bullshit.
From the New York Times:
In reality, the fine print shows that the first 75 percent of every contribution currently goes to a new political action committee that Mr. Trump set up in mid-November, Save America, which can be used to fund his political activities going forward, including staff and travel. The other 25 percent of each donation is directed to the Republican National Committee. A donor has to give $5,000 to Mr. Trump’s new PAC before any funds go to his recount account. Still, the Trump campaign continues to urgently ask for cash. On Monday, Mr. Trump signed a campaign email that breathlessly told supporters that the end of November — nearly four weeks after Election Day — represented “our most IMPORTANT deadline EVER.”
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In less than four weeks, Trump has raised $170 million and this is coming from a man who lost an election. That number is so large that it rivaled Trump’s highest donations at the peak of his campaign and it turns out that a good portion of the money has been spent paying off old campaign debt, and the remaining money will be spent on his bullshit life after he’s evicted from the White House.
And because the campaign is sheisty AF, there is a prechecked box for continuing contributions taken straight from donors’ accounts monthly, and I say good for them. Anyone who donates to this heartless roadside performer deserves everything that comes with it.
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Rob Flaherty, who served as President-elect Joe Biden’s digital director took to Twitter to call Trump’s solicitation of donations a “plain and simple grift.” But when has Trump ever let name-calling stand in the way of stealing money?


theroot--2020-12-01--Anti-Affirmative Action Group Hopes Conservative Supreme Court Will Finally Give Them a Win

Students For Fair Admissions—the crusaders for white opportunity in a country built on the American dream of opportunity exclusively for white people—is continuing its fight against affirmative action in college admissions with hopes that the Supreme Court is finally conservative and Trump-supporter-y enough to hand them a victory after a string of court losses .
Legal strategist Edward Blum ’ s group , which represents about 23,000 students , argues that policies common at U.S. universities put white and Asian American students at a disadvantage .
The Supreme Court has allowed colleges to narrowly use race in admissions for decades @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in a case against the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in November that its race-conscious admissions policy “ cynically focuses on diversity at the most superficial level , ” “ gives substantial preferences ” to some minorities and “ uses race in a mechanical , formulaic way.
” “ The easiest part of my job as president of Students For Fair Admissions is to convince the majority Americans that the use of race and ethnicity in college admissions is unfair , ” Blum said in an interview , noting a 2019 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ found 73 percent of Americans “ say colleges and universities should not consider race or ethnicity when making decisions about student admissions.
” One thing that should be noted about Blum : The first time many people heard his name it was because he represented Abigail Fisher—your average white person ’ s favorite average white person—who claimed that she was denied entry to the University of Texas because she ’ s white , only to have it revealed that only 47 students who were admitted to UT the year she applied had lower @ @ @ @ @ @ @ those applicants , 42 were just as white as she is .
In other words : Blum chose a mediocre white person as the poster child in proving students of color get a leg up in college admissions at the expense of white people who just want to be great ( even though they so obviously aren ’ t ) .
Of course , to let Blum tell it , cancel culture is what led to Fisher ’ s loss , not the fact that she ’ s as basic as PlayStation 2 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ decided not to use students as the faces of his lawsuits anymore .
“ In a world in which social media can cancel the life prospects of a student , it is unwise to bring a lawsuit like this with a group of young people whose social reputation and physical safety may be in jeopardy if their identities are revealed , ” Blum said , Politico reports .
Blum—along with the SFFA , aka The Legion of Doom and White Tears ( arch-nemesis of the Justice League of Affirmative Action ) —also ignores @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , like Fisher , are the biggest beneficiaries of affirmative action .
In fact , The Root has done plenty of reporting that details how white people are and have always been the biggest perpetrators of reverse-affirmative action ( if “ reverse-racism ” is a thing , so is this ) in America .
So basically , one survey from Pew-and-them doesn ’ t prove the existence of leprechauns , unicorns or the equally fictitious anti-white discrimination in America .
Unfortunately , that doesn ’ t mean the SFFA won ’ t finally @ @ @ @ @ @ @ legal approach , the backing of the Trump administration and a newly cemented conservative majority on the Supreme Court bench , Blum may finally have the pieces he needs to push the court to ban the use of race in admissions altogether .
How all of this shakes out could change the way colleges evaluate applicants .
Colleges may be forced to remove students ’ names and race and ethnicity checkboxes from their application , and abandon their traditional holistic admissions practices .
Education and civil rights groups fear that race-neutral admissions policies @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for years to come .
A race-blind admissions standard , they say , fails to take into account discrimination and barriers students of color often face .
“ SFFA ’ s chief goal—I mean , it ’ s obvious—they want to eliminate the consideration of race all together , ” David Hinojosa , director of the Educational Opportunities Project at the Lawyers ’ Committee for Civil Rights , said .
“ They know what the Supreme Court precedent says yes , you can consider race by meeting the strict scrutiny standards , but @ @ @ @ @ @ @ U.S. Supreme Court that will revisit this and reverse the precedent that we have had for the last 40-plus years .
”

Students For Fair Admissions—the crusaders for white opportunity in a country built on the American dream of opportunity exclusively for white people—is continuing its fight against affirmative action in college admissions with hopes that the Supreme Court is finally conservative and Trump-supporter-y enough to hand them a victory after a string of court losses.
From Politico:
Legal strategist Edward Blum’s group, which represents about 23,000 students, argues that policies common at U.S. universities put white and Asian American students at a disadvantage. The Supreme Court has allowed colleges to narrowly use race in admissions for decades, but Blum’s group argued in a case against the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in November that its race-conscious admissions policy “cynically focuses on diversity at the most superficial level,” “gives substantial preferences” to some minorities and “uses race in a mechanical, formulaic way.” “The easiest part of my job as president of Students For Fair Admissions is to convince the majority Americans that the use of race and ethnicity in college admissions is unfair,” Blum said in an interview, noting a 2019 Pew Research survey on college admissions that found 73 percent of Americans “say colleges and universities should not consider race or ethnicity when making decisions about student admissions.”
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One thing that should be noted about Blum: The first time many people heard his name it was because he represented Abigail Fisher—your average white person’s favorite average white person—who claimed that she was denied entry to the University of Texas because she’s white, only to have it revealed that only 47 students who were admitted to UT the year she applied had lower grades than her and, out of those applicants, 42 were just as white as she is.
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In other words: Blum chose a mediocre white person as the poster child in proving students of color get a leg up in college admissions at the expense of white people who just want to be great (even though they so obviously aren’t).
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Of course, to let Blum tell it, cancel culture is what led to Fisher’s loss, not the fact that she’s as basic as PlayStation 2 graphics look in 2020. So he decided not to use students as the faces of his lawsuits anymore.
“In a world in which social media can cancel the life prospects of a student, it is unwise to bring a lawsuit like this with a group of young people whose social reputation and physical safety may be in jeopardy if their identities are revealed,” Blum said, Politico reports.
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Blum—along with the SFFA, aka The Legion of Doom and White Tears (arch-nemesis of the Justice League of Affirmative Action)—also ignores all the research that shows white women, like Fisher, are the biggest beneficiaries of affirmative action.
In fact, The Root has done plenty of reporting that details how white people are and have always been the biggest perpetrators of reverse-affirmative action (if “reverse-racism” is a thing, so is this) in America.
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So basically, one survey from Pew-and-them doesn’t prove the existence of leprechauns, unicorns or the equally fictitious anti-white discrimination in America.
Unfortunately, that doesn’t mean the SFFA won’t finally get its win.
More from Politico:
With an evolved legal approach, the backing of the Trump administration and a newly cemented conservative majority on the Supreme Court bench, Blum may finally have the pieces he needs to push the court to ban the use of race in admissions altogether. How all of this shakes out could change the way colleges evaluate applicants. Colleges may be forced to remove students’ names and race and ethnicity checkboxes from their application, and abandon their traditional holistic admissions practices. Education and civil rights groups fear that race-neutral admissions policies will exacerbate inequality for students of color for years to come. A race-blind admissions standard, they say, fails to take into account discrimination and barriers students of color often face.
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“SFFA’s chief goal—I mean, it’s obvious—they want to eliminate the consideration of race all together,” David Hinojosa, director of the Educational Opportunities Project at the Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights, said. “They know what the Supreme Court precedent says yes, you can consider race by meeting the strict scrutiny standards, but they’re just seeking an activist U.S. Supreme Court that will revisit this and reverse the precedent that we have had for the last 40-plus years.”


theroot--2020-12-01--Funkmaster Flex Gave Us Body-ody-ody Goals Just in Time for the New Year—and at This Point, 2020 Jus

Funkmaster Flex Gave Us Body-ody-ody Goals Just in Time for the New Year—and at This Point, 2020 Just Needs to Wrap It Up

In an Instagram post that ’ s STILL UP for whatever reason , DJ Funkmaster Flex gave his fans and followers an up-close and personal look at the latest step in his weight loss journey , and honestly , I wish he hadn ’ t .
But unfortunately for you , because I had to see this video , so do you .
“ For a while now @ 40dayreset has been amazing in helping me lose 40lbs !
@ drwerfel thank u so much , ” Funk Flex captioned the post .
“ Today I took a step I @ @ @ @ @ @ @ works on those hard areas ... lower stomach , armpit sides and back fat !
No anesthesia , awake the entire time !
I really enjoyed it !
@ drtonyperkins thank u !
Home now sore [ a little ] able to go back to work tomorrow !
Your staff was amazing !
@ brittaninicholetucker x @ drinksometee x @ shawnarebekah DO YALL SEE THE FAT GOING THROUGH THE TUBE IN REAL TIME ?
” YES .
Yes , we do see the fat and now , I wish to unsee it .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ t because Funk Flex is trending and has been for hours now , so in the words of the Jones Girls : Who—or rather , where can I run to ?
Where is the Florida Water ?
Where is the Holy Oil ?
Where ’ s the MiB neuralyzer ?
This is neither what my eyes nor stomach needed to see coming off of this holiday where I definitely overindulged , but I ’ m not gon ’ lie to y ’ all—I ’ m lowkey jealous .
My stubborn fat areas sit @ @ @ @ @ @ @ pay rent , and here Funkmaster is flexing and flaunting his lipo in front of my leftovers .
( Yes , I ’ m still eating them .
Save your arguments for someone else .
JK , no I ’ m not . )
But I ’ m not here to police what anyone does to their own body , so way to go , I guess ?
So happy for your loss ?
( What do you usually say to things like this ?
When y ’ all find out , let @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Black Twitter came with some ... interesting reactions .
Hmm .
While it ’ s one thing to be completely surprised and a bit grossed out at the sight of literal fat being sucked out of a person ’ s body , it ’ s a whole ‘ nother thing to make slightly ( read : hella ) problematic and borderline homophobic “ jokes ” that only reinforce harmful stereotypes in an attempt to caricature a totally normal cosmetic procedure .
And while 2020 has been anything but normal , seeing a grown @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the list of the most shocking things we ’ ve seen this year .
( Um , hello : a global pandemic , hundreds of thousands of lives lost , devastating hurricanes , a hellish election cycle , murderous hornets . )
Come on , get a grip , folks .

In an Instagram post that’s STILL UP for whatever reason, DJ Funkmaster Flex gave his fans and followers an up-close and personal look at the latest step in his weight loss journey, and honestly, I wish he hadn’t. But unfortunately for you, because I had to see this video, so do you.
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“For a while now @40dayreset has been amazing in helping me lose 40lbs! @drwerfel thank u so much,” Funk Flex captioned the post. “Today I took a step I always wanted to try! @elitebodysculpture works on those hard areas...lower stomach, armpit sides and back fat! No anesthesia, awake the entire time! I really enjoyed it! @drtonyperkins thank u! Home now sore [a little] able to go back to work tomorrow! Your staff was amazing! @brittaninicholetucker x @drinksometee x @shawnarebekah DO YALL SEE THE FAT GOING THROUGH THE TUBE IN REAL TIME?”
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YES. Yes, we do see the fat and now, I wish to unsee it. But guess what? I can’t because Funk Flex is trending and has been for hours now, so in the words of the Jones Girls: Who—or rather, where can I run to? Where is the Florida Water? Where is the Holy Oil? Where’s the MiB neuralyzer?
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This is neither what my eyes nor stomach needed to see coming off of this holiday where I definitely overindulged, but I’m not gon’ lie to y’all—I’m lowkey jealous. My stubborn fat areas sit around and take up space like they pay rent, and here Funkmaster is flexing and flaunting his lipo in front of my leftovers. (Yes, I’m still eating them. Save your arguments for someone else. JK, no I’m not.) But I’m not here to police what anyone does to their own body, so way to go, I guess? So happy for your loss? (What do you usually say to things like this? When y’all find out, let me know.) Per usual, Black Twitter came with some...interesting reactions.
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Hmm. While it’s one thing to be completely surprised and a bit grossed out at the sight of literal fat being sucked out of a person’s body, it’s a whole ‘nother thing to make slightly (read: hella) problematic and borderline homophobic “jokes” that only reinforce harmful stereotypes in an attempt to caricature a totally normal cosmetic procedure. And while 2020 has been anything but normal, seeing a grown adult get lipo definitely ranks low on the list of the most shocking things we’ve seen this year. (Um, hello: a global pandemic, hundreds of thousands of lives lost, devastating hurricanes, a hellish election cycle, murderous hornets.) Come on, get a grip, folks.