theroot--2020-10-20--Wendell Pierce Will Finally Star as Blues Legend BB King in Upcoming Biopic, The Thrill Is On

After years of twists and turns , acclaimed actor Wendell Pierce , star of The Wire and Treme announced that he will be playing legendary blues musician BB King in an upcoming feature film entitled , The Thrill Is On .
Pierce made the announcement Monday via Twitter , sharing a picture of himself alongside the iconic musician .
“ We are official .
Preparation has begun on a film where I will be honored to play the great , BB King .
Humbled , ” he wrote .
The film , its title a play on the famous King @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ” has been a long time in the making , and was once opposed by King himself .
Originally titled BB King and I , the biopic centers on King ’ s relationship with a younger white musician , Michael Zanetis , who co-wrote the screenplay .
As Rolling Stone reported in 2012 , King helped kickstart Zanetis ’ career , while Zanetis was “ instrumental in getting King a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
” Zanetis reportedly showed King a copy of the biopic ’ s script in 2006 , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ pair from getting into a legal battle over the film .
King sent Zanetis a cease-and-desist letter that year , claiming the film and its website violated his trademarks and publicity rights .
Months later , Zanetis filed his own suit against King through his company , King Size Film Productions , accusing the guitarist of causing production delays and obstructing efforts to raise funds for the film .
At the time , Pierce was slated to play King , with actor Patrick Fugit ( Almost Famous , We Bought a Zoo ) @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is the only actor attached to the project , reports Entertainment Weekly .
Pierce , a lauded character actor who has also appeared on stage , recently performing in Arthur Miller ’ s “ Death of a Salesman , ” seems a natural fit to play the blues musician—and has demonstrated a clear commitment to the project .
The actor , an avid jazz fan , learned how to play trombone for his role in Treme , has recorded alongside pal Wynton Marsalis and Kermit Ruffins , and has hosted the Peabody Award-winning @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
King , born Rileigh King , was a prolific and influential musician .
Born into a sharecropping family in 1925 , King ’ s recording career went on to span nearly six decades .
Before his death in 2015 , King recorded 40 studio albums with an additional 16 live albums , winning 15 Grammys as well as a Lifetime Achievement Award from the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences .

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After years of twists and turns, acclaimed actor Wendell Pierce, star of The Wire and Treme announced that he will be playing legendary blues musician BB King in an upcoming feature film entitled, The Thrill Is On.
Pierce made the announcement Monday via Twitter, sharing a picture of himself alongside the iconic musician.
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“We are official. Preparation has begun on a film where I will be honored to play the great, BB King. Humbled,” he wrote.
The film, its title a play on the famous King cover “The Thrill Is Gone,” has been a long time in the making, and was once opposed by King himself.
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Originally titled BB King and I, the biopic centers on King’s relationship with a younger white musician, Michael Zanetis, who co-wrote the screenplay.
As Rolling Stone reported in 2012, King helped kickstart Zanetis’ career, while Zanetis was “instrumental in getting King a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.” Zanetis reportedly showed King a copy of the biopic’s script in 2006, but that didn’t stop the pair from getting into a legal battle over the film. King sent Zanetis a cease-and-desist letter that year, claiming the film and its website violated his trademarks and publicity rights. Months later, Zanetis filed his own suit against King through his company, King Size Film Productions, accusing the guitarist of causing production delays and obstructing efforts to raise funds for the film.
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At the time, Pierce was slated to play King, with actor Patrick Fugit (Almost Famous, We Bought a Zoo) playing Zanetis. Right now, Pierce is the only actor attached to the project, reports Entertainment Weekly.
Pierce, a lauded character actor who has also appeared on stage, recently performing in Arthur Miller’s “Death of a Salesman,” seems a natural fit to play the blues musician—and has demonstrated a clear commitment to the project. The actor, an avid jazz fan, learned how to play trombone for his role in Treme, has recorded alongside pal Wynton Marsalis and Kermit Ruffins, and has hosted the Peabody Award-winning radio program, Jazz at Lincoln Center.
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King, born Rileigh King, was a prolific and influential musician. Born into a sharecropping family in 1925, King’s recording career went on to span nearly six decades. Before his death in 2015, King recorded 40 studio albums with an additional 16 live albums, winning 15 Grammys as well as a Lifetime Achievement Award from the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences.


theroot--2020-10-20--Judge Rules Against Daniel Cameron, Will Allow Breonna Taylor Grand Jurors to Talk About Indictment

Judge Rules Against Daniel Cameron, Will Allow Breonna Taylor Grand Jurors to Talk About Indictment Process

A Kentucky judge has sided with an anonymous grand juror , ruling that members of the grand jury can speak freely about proceedings in the Breonna Taylor case because it ultimately serves “ the interest of all citizens to have confidence in the integrity of the justice system.
” Kentucky Attorney General Daniel Cameron had fought to keep jurors silent on the proceedings after releasing 15 hours of recordings earlier this month .
Cameron , serving as a special prosecutor in the Taylor case , argued that allowing grand jurors to talk about the process “ would irreversibly alter Kentucky @ @ @ @ @ @ @ difficult for prosecutors and the public to have confidence in the secrecy of the grand jury process going forward , ” Cameron said .
He filed a motion on Oct. 8 in an attempt to keep the process secret .
But Jefferson County Circuit Court Judge Annie O ’ Connell , who handed down her decision Tuesday afternoon , saw it differently .
“ There exist additional interests to consider in making this decision : the interest of the citizens of the Commonwealth of Kentucky to be assured that its publicly elected officials @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the interest of grand jurors , whose service is compelled , to be certain their work is not mischaracterized by the very prosecutors on whom they relied to advise them ; and , the interest of all citizens to have confidence in the integrity of the justice system , ” O ’ Connell wrote , according to CNN .
O ’ Connell argued that “ traditional justifications for secrecy in this matter are no longer relevant and that the ends of justice require disclosure.
” Cameron also argued that allowing grand jurors to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Officer Brett Hankison ’ s right to a fair trial .
Hankison was the only person charged in connection to the police raid on the 26-year-old Taylor ’ s apartment , but not for causing her death .
His three counts of “ wanton endangerment ” were based on shots he fired from outside Taylor ’ s home , causing a danger to her neighbors .
Judge O ’ Connell noted , however , that Hankison himself didn ’ t join Cameron ’ s argument or request to be heard in court , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ this concern is founded in reality.
” Sgt .
Jonathan Mattingly and Detective Myles Cosgrove , both of whom fired shots that struck and killed Taylor , were not charged with any crime and remain on the LMPD force .
The grand juror came forward in September , following the announcement of indictments in the case , to contest public remarks Cameron had given explaining the decision-making process .
Cameron initially said jurors agreed with prosecutors that no one should be directly charged with killing Taylor .
The attorney general also claimed he @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , and also presented all of the information that was available to the grand jury , ” writes The Washington Post .
But the juror , who has remained anonymous , said this wasn ’ t the case .
On Tuesday , the juror released a statement through their attorney Kevin Glogower .
“ The grand jury was not presented any charges other than the three wanton endangerment charges against Detective Hankison , ” the statement read .
“ The grand jury did not have homicide offenses explained to them .
The grand @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Self-defense or justification was never explained either .
Questions were asked about additional charges and the grand jury was told there would be none because the prosecutors didn ’ t feel they could make them stick.
” “ The grand jury didn ’ t agree that certain actions were justified , nor did it decide the indictment should be the only charges in the Breonna Taylor case , ” the juror continued .
“ The grand jury was not given the opportunity to deliberate on those charges and deliberated only on what @ @ @ @ @ @ @ not speak for other jurors , but I can help the truth be told.
” O ’ Connell ’ s ruling allows for any juror to come forward and speak about the proceedings , including juror deliberations and prosecutor recommendations , both of which were not included in the hours of recordings released to the public earlier this month .

A Kentucky judge has sided with an anonymous grand juror, ruling that members of the grand jury can speak freely about proceedings in the Breonna Taylor case because it ultimately serves “the interest of all citizens to have confidence in the integrity of the justice system.”
Kentucky Attorney General Daniel Cameron had fought to keep jurors silent on the proceedings after releasing 15 hours of recordings earlier this month. Cameron, serving as a special prosecutor in the Taylor case, argued that allowing grand jurors to talk about the process “would irreversibly alter Kentucky’s legal system by making it difficult for prosecutors and the public to have confidence in the secrecy of the grand jury process going forward,” Cameron said.
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He filed a motion on Oct. 8 in an attempt to keep the process secret.
But Jefferson County Circuit Court Judge Annie O’Connell, who handed down her decision Tuesday afternoon, saw it differently.
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“There exist additional interests to consider in making this decision: the interest of the citizens of the Commonwealth of Kentucky to be assured that its publicly elected officials are being honest in their representations; the interest of grand jurors, whose service is compelled, to be certain their work is not mischaracterized by the very prosecutors on whom they relied to advise them; and, the interest of all citizens to have confidence in the integrity of the justice system,” O’Connell wrote, according to CNN.
O’Connell argued that “traditional justifications for secrecy in this matter are no longer relevant and that the ends of justice require disclosure.”
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Cameron also argued that allowing grand jurors to speak could compromise former Louisville Metro Police Officer Brett Hankison’s right to a fair trial. Hankison was the only person charged in connection to the police raid on the 26-year-old Taylor’s apartment, but not for causing her death. His three counts of “wanton endangerment” were based on shots he fired from outside Taylor’s home, causing a danger to her neighbors.
Judge O’Connell noted, however, that Hankison himself didn’t join Cameron’s argument or request to be heard in court, and thus “could not find that this concern is founded in reality.”
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Sgt. Jonathan Mattingly and Detective Myles Cosgrove, both of whom fired shots that struck and killed Taylor, were not charged with any crime and remain on the LMPD force.
The grand juror came forward in September, following the announcement of indictments in the case, to contest public remarks Cameron had given explaining the decision-making process. Cameron initially said jurors agreed with prosecutors that no one should be directly charged with killing Taylor. The attorney general also claimed he walked jurors through “every homicide offense, and also presented all of the information that was available to the grand jury,” writes The Washington Post.
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But the juror, who has remained anonymous, said this wasn’t the case. On Tuesday, the juror released a statement through their attorney Kevin Glogower.
“The grand jury was not presented any charges other than the three wanton endangerment charges against Detective Hankison,” the statement read. “The grand jury did not have homicide offenses explained to them. The grand jury never heard anything about those laws. Self-defense or justification was never explained either. Questions were asked about additional charges and the grand jury was told there would be none because the prosecutors didn’t feel they could make them stick.”
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“The grand jury didn’t agree that certain actions were justified, nor did it decide the indictment should be the only charges in the Breonna Taylor case,” the juror continued. “The grand jury was not given the opportunity to deliberate on those charges and deliberated only on what was presented to them. I cannot speak for other jurors, but I can help the truth be told.”
O’Connell’s ruling allows for any juror to come forward and speak about the proceedings, including juror deliberations and prosecutor recommendations, both of which were not included in the hours of recordings released to the public earlier this month.


theroot--2020-10-20--It's Tua Time! Miami Dolphins Crown Rookie Their Starting Quarterback

After giving fans a glimpse of his playmaking ability on Sunday—and I mean a glimpse considering he played all of like two minutes—the Miami Dolphins have pushed the eject button on journeyman Ryan Fitzpatrick and rookie Tua Tagovailoa will be their quarterback moving forward , according to ESPN .
If you ’ re over there scratching your head , wondering why in the hell the Dolphins ( 3-3 ) would do this with Fitzpatrick riding a two-game winning streak and actually playing well ( for his standards ) , your guess is as good as mine .
It ’ s @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of the job .
Has Tua been balling out in practice ?
Is Brian Flores just tired of staring at the crumbs in Fitzpatrick ’ s beard ?
Hell if I know , but I guess we ’ re about to find out .
With the Dolphins enjoying their bye week , Tua is officially on the clock .
He ’ ll have two weeks to prep for his first NFL start , which will fall exactly 351 days after he suffered a career-threatening hip injury at Alabama that forced him to fall @ @ @ @ @ @ @ NFL Draft .
Expectations are high , however , as many believe Tua will be the one to resurrect a franchise that ’ s seen much better days—and quarterback play—in the past .
And if he ’ s able to become the transcendent athlete that so many believe he ’ s capable of , he ’ ll have Fitzpatrick to thank for keeping his seat warm and helping to mentor him .
“ I ’ ve made enough mistakes for plenty of quarterbacks combined with the things that I ’ ve been through @ @ @ @ @ @ @ The Adam Schefter Podcast last month .
“ And to be able to share those experiences , the good and bad , with some of these young guys , if I could be a part of helping them in their career and making them a better player , then that makes it worth it for me .
[ ... ] I feel happy and privileged to be in the position that I ’ m in now to be able to pay it forward to someone like Tua.
” Shoutout to Fitzpatrick for being @ @ @ @ @ @ @ like Tua needs , and for the Dolphins ’ sake , hopefully it will translate into more wins on the field .

After giving fans a glimpse of his playmaking ability on Sunday—and I mean a glimpse considering he played all of like two minutes—the Miami Dolphins have pushed the eject button on journeyman Ryan Fitzpatrick and rookie Tua Tagovailoa will be their quarterback moving forward, according to ESPN.
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If you’re over there scratching your head, wondering why in the hell the Dolphins (3-3) would do this with Fitzpatrick riding a two-game winning streak and actually playing well (for his standards), your guess is as good as mine. It’s not like Fitz Magic played himself out of the job.
Has Tua been balling out in practice? Is Brian Flores just tired of staring at the crumbs in Fitzpatrick’s beard? Hell if I know, but I guess we’re about to find out.
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With the Dolphins enjoying their bye week, Tua is officially on the clock. He’ll have two weeks to prep for his first NFL start, which will fall exactly 351 days after he suffered a career-threatening hip injury at Alabama that forced him to fall to No. 5 in the 2020 NFL Draft.
Expectations are high, however, as many believe Tua will be the one to resurrect a franchise that’s seen much better days—and quarterback play—in the past.
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And if he’s able to become the transcendent athlete that so many believe he’s capable of, he’ll have Fitzpatrick to thank for keeping his seat warm and helping to mentor him.
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“I’ve made enough mistakes for plenty of quarterbacks combined with the things that I’ve been through and done,” Fitzpatrick said on The Adam Schefter Podcast last month. “And to be able to share those experiences, the good and bad, with some of these young guys, if I could be a part of helping them in their career and making them a better player, then that makes it worth it for me. [...] I feel happy and privileged to be in the position that I’m in now to be able to pay it forward to someone like Tua.”
Shoutout to Fitzpatrick for being exactly what a young, talented player like Tua needs, and for the Dolphins’ sake, hopefully it will translate into more wins on the field.
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It’s Tua Time, y’all.


theroot--2020-10-20--The 10 Best Deals of October 20, 2020

The 10 Best Deals of October 20, 2020

It ’ s October 20 , and we at Kinja Deals are here to make sure you are ready for the upcoming Halloween holiday !
Bring back the ghost of My Little Pony with an i nflatable s keleton u nicorn .
Countdown the days until Robert Pattinson and Zoë Kravitz take over the Batman franchise with screenings of Batman Beyond : The Complete Series .
And get ready for those international borders to reopen by practicing with Rosetta Stone Bonus Pack bundles .
If you ’ re still looking to score more deals , take a look at Tuesday @ @ @ @ @ @ @ we ’ re huddled around the fire , telling our grandchildren about the beginnings of the 2020 pandemic , there ’ s no doubt the Great Toilet Paper Shortage will get at least a nod .
Once people got wind of that , bidets started going out of stock , too .
It makes sense ; your apartment ’ s already got water flowing , toilet paper stock is one less thing to worry about having to trek into the store for , and you ’ re saving a bit of paper along @ @ @ @ @ @ @ BioBidet Bliss BB2000 is down from $ 1,500 to $ 640 .
Still a big ol ’ yikes from me , but if you want a bidet with an on-demand heating system , stainless steel nozzle , wireless controls , and motors , go for it .
Not all bidets are this pricey , and a quick search on Amazon shows there ’ s plenty of good ones you can get for a lower price .
Here ’ s one for $ 43 , another for $ 29 , and a flashy one @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
This deal was originally published by Jordan McMahon .
The season of being wrapped up in a cozy blanket watching football or a Hallmark movie is upon us .
Blankets and throws are the cornerstones of a perfectly lazy and comfy weekend .
Wayfair has almost 4,000 on sale for the next two-days to upgrade your snuggly fall to winter experience .
Take 35 % off this Nader Blanket ( $ 37 ) and it ’ s still available in sixteen vibrant colors .
This is your classic knitted throw that is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ every guest room or hangs on the back of the sofa .
The fringe gives it that timeless and retro feel because your grandparents ’ house always had one or ten .
You can practically smell the pie cooling and envision the hot chocolate on its way to you as you sink into the fluffy texture .
The perfect faux fur blanket is the ultimate in cold weather .
This massive Snow Leopard throw ( 52 % ) is 100 % polyester but has an extra layer for chilly nights .
If you @ @ @ @ @ @ @ shopping this is a great gift as it ’ s packed up as a pristine present .
And it ’ s from Christian Siriano so luxury is written all over it .
Oh , it ’ s almost 60 % off in this sale too .
Plush and lush .
This is the ultimate blanket for curling up with a pet and good book .
Another animal-friendly selection as the fur is faux , it comes in nine colors to blend in with the decor of any room .
This blanket from Caston @ @ @ @ @ @ @ off and machine washable .
Free shipping on all orders over $ 35 .
This deal was originally published by Jordan McMahon .
Whenever I ’ ve had a stressful day at work ( or , as I call them , a day at work ) , Sunday Scaries comes through with CBD gummies that don ’ t just help me chill out , they also double as a multi-vitamin of sorts—serving up that D3 and B12 enrichment our bodies crave .
While both nutrients work to prevent fatigue , B12 also helps @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Vitamin D3 boost is increasingly more important in the winter months , when you ’ re not absorbing as much from the sun .
CBD , on the other hand , is a non-psychoactive cannabis extract and is said to help with everything from anxiety to chronic pain .
These gummies in particular feature 10mg of CBD each , with 22 gummies found in each container .
The CBD oil it ’ s made from is broad spectrum and contain no THC .
Whether you want to place a recurring order or purchase @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 25 % on Sunday Scaries vitamin D3- and B12-enriched gummy bears using the promo code ESINV25 for a limited time .
For subscribers , this brings your final price down to $ 22 ; one-time buyers , on the other hand , can scoop it up and try it out for $ 27 with the coupon , automatically applied at checkout .
See why PopSugar , Buzzfeed , Forbes , and Cosmopolitan are all raving about Sunday Scaries CBD and secure a batch at a generous discount today .
This article was originally @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ re probably celebrating Halloween at home this year but that doesn ’ t mean you can ’ t do it in style .
If you ’ re lucky enough to have a furry best friend this is their time to shine .
Take 25 % off almost 30 different costumes from the spooky dress up powerhouse Rubie ’ s .
Snag a bag of cookies for your pet pal too so they don ’ t feel left out on that whole trick-or-treat part .
There is quite a variety and this sale @ @ @ @ @ @ @ pooch is your number one sidekick Robin is the way to go .
Is your pet out of this world ?
I bet they ’ d look amazing as the Dark Lord Vader or even an Ewok .
Or maybe your pupper is the best darn co-pilot in the skies .
Just because things aren ’ t like they used to be doesn ’ t mean fun can ’ t be had with those you love this scary season .
Even if it ’ s just you and your fur baby dress up @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
All these ship for free if you ’ re a Prime member .
This deal was originally published by Sheilah Villari .
If you ’ re going to give OLED a try , this might be the time to start considering .
I ’ ll contend you can still get away with an LG B7 , the baseline from a couple of generations ago , but the TVs have gotten exceptional .
Burn-in and input lag are two of the biggest knocks against OLED , especially for gamers , but according to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on the LG CX .
So long as you ’ re not watching the news or playing games with the same HUD for many consecutive hours on end , you shouldn ’ t run into any nasty image retention issues anytime soon .
Now down to its lowest price ever at $ 1,497 , this 55 '' TV is one of the best LG currently has to offer .
It begins with that beautiful OLED panel , of course , which bids sayonara to muddy grays and backlight bleed thanks to its per-pixel @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and Dolby Vision HDR return to give you the best cinematic experience possible , the latter adding a feature that automatically tunes the picture around your ambient lighting conditions and the content you ’ re watching .
The TV also includes both AMD FreeSync and NVIDIA G-Sync , both of which are gaming features that eliminate screen tearing with little ( if any ) added input lag .
This deal was originally published by Quentyn Kennemer .
Quarantine is an ideal time to expand your horizons , try new things , and work @ @ @ @ @ @ @ months , if you find that you haven ’ t quite expanded , tried , or worked as much as you ’ d hoped , here ’ s an easy way to get started .
Today only , Amazon ’ s Gold Box is offering 53 % off Rosetta Stone Bonus Pack bundles across a handful of languages .
Each one—Spanish , French , Italian , German , and English—includes access to the service ’ s online language-learning software , as well as a Barron ’ s Dictionary and Grammar Guide .
While @ @ @ @ @ @ @ books you receive , it ultimately doesn ’ t limit you in any way .
That ’ s because all of the bundles include lifetime access to Rosetta Stone ’ s complete language library , which currently spans 24 languages .
Want to dabble in Arabic or Japanese later on ?
Go for it .
Make the most of this socially-distanced time .
Each bundle is $ 149 today only , marked down from $ 319 .
This deal was originally published by Andrew Hayward .
Don ’ t let anyone get it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a substitute for a COVID-19 test .
Still , times are scary , and it doesn ’ t hurt to have another tool handy to make sure you ’ re in good health .
A forehead thermometer keeps things a little less gross than one that gets stuffed in your ear or mouth , and you don ’ t have to dish out stacks of cash to get your hands on one .
This one is down to $ 23 on Amazon right now , keeping your savings ( and you ! )
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ infrared lights for a no-contact scan of your temp .
This deal was originally published by Jordan McMahon .
As a fan of Robert Pattinson ’ s performances in The Lighthouse and the Safdie brothers ’ Good Time and definitely NOT Twilight ( ok I watched and enjoyed the first one , sue me ) , watching the trailer for The Batman got me hyped for a brooding heartthrob take on a classic comic book character .
And to get you in the right state of mind for yet another superhero movie , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Blu-ray—Funko Pop included—for $ 50 , back down to the lowest it ’ s ever been .
What ’ s more , The Dark Knight Trilogy Blu-ray collection is also down to $ 14 .
Don ’ t miss out on some of the best Batman movies in the franchise ’ s history .
This deal was originally published by Gabe Carey .
The dream is to be tough but tender right ?
This undead My Little Pony knock-off is just that .
If you ’ re still looking for a decoration for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ more approachable this 6-foot tall light up Inflatable Skeleton Unicorn is that .
With the coupon save a total of $ 55 on it .
The LED lights on the inside of the mythical beast shine bright even on the darkest night .
While yes this is built for the outdoors with its durable material , long power cord , fastened ropes , and built-in sandbags there ’ s nothing in the rulebook that says you can ’ t bring this inside if you ’ ve got the room .
Quite the decoration @ @ @ @ @ @ @ if you ’ ve got the space why not ?
My neighborhood goes ham on Halloween with decorations so I think this eerie equine creature is adorable and in no way is obnoxious .
Just because it ’ s Hallows ’ Eve soon doesn ’ t mean it has to all be blood and gore , maybe a scary sweetie is what we need this year .
This deal was originally published by Sheilah Villari .
For the rest of the day save 25 % on Everlane ’ s three best-selling cashmere styles @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and 100 % Grade-A and top quality .
All the styles at this price are for women .
Nothing is more classic than a crew-neck sweater and the perfect weather for it is here .
In fourteen different colors or color combos , you ’ ll definitely find one you love and will match your aesthetic supremely .
The Cashmere Crew will definitely be the staple piece of your autumn and winter wardrobe .
Dress it up , dress it down , and layer it .
This is fall perfection .
Now take @ @ @ @ @ @ @ A cashmere crew tee under a suit , with a pair of jeans or even a skirt , is sharp and cozy .
In eight colors the quality is all there still it ’ s just not as bulky .
If a deep V is more your style this is the sweater for you .
There are seven colors to pick from , all earthy tones ideal with this season .
Each of these you can hand wash cold or dry clean .
The cashmere they use is more durable which means less @ @ @ @ @ @ @ will certainly get your money ’ s worth .
This deal was originally published by Sheilah Villari .

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

Tuesday’s Best Deals | Kinja Deals
It’s October 20, and we at Kinja Deals are here to make sure you are ready for the upcoming Halloween holiday! Bring back the ghost of My Little Pony with an i nflatable s keleton u nicorn. Countdown the days until Robert Pattinson and Zoë Kravitz take over the Batman franchise with screenings of Batman Beyond: The Complete Series. And get ready for those international borders to reopen by practicing with Rosetta Stone Bonus Pack bundles.
If you’re still looking to score more deals, take a look at Tuesday’s best deals overall.
#1: Biobidet bliss
When we’re huddled around the fire, telling our grandchildren about the beginnings of the 2020 pandemic, there’s no doubt the Great Toilet Paper Shortage will get at least a nod. Once people got wind of that, bidets started going out of stock, too. It makes sense; your apartment’s already got water flowing, toilet paper stock is one less thing to worry about having to trek into the store for, and you’re saving a bit of paper along the way. Right now, the BioBidet Bliss BB2000 is down from $1,500 to $640. Still a big ol’ yikes from me, but if you want a bidet with an on-demand heating system, stainless steel nozzle, wireless controls, and motors, go for it.
Not all bidets are this pricey, and a quick search on Amazon shows there’s plenty of good ones you can get for a lower price. Here’s one for $43, another for $29, and a flashy one for $90; take your pick.
This deal was originally published by Jordan McMahon.
#2: Wayfair 2-day sale
The season of being wrapped up in a cozy blanket watching football or a Hallmark movie is upon us. Blankets and throws are the cornerstones of a perfectly lazy and comfy weekend. Wayfair has almost 4,000 on sale for the next two-days to upgrade your snuggly fall to winter experience.
Take 35% off this Nader Blanket ($37) and it’s still available in sixteen vibrant colors. This is your classic knitted throw that is at the foot of every bed in every guest room or hangs on the back of the sofa. The fringe gives it that timeless and retro feel because your grandparents’ house always had one or ten. You can practically smell the pie cooling and envision the hot chocolate on its way to you as you sink into the fluffy texture.
The perfect faux fur blanket is the ultimate in cold weather. This massive Snow Leopard throw (52%) is 100% polyester but has an extra layer for chilly nights. If you’re ready to do your holiday shopping this is a great gift as it’s packed up as a pristine present. And it’s from Christian Siriano so luxury is written all over it. Oh, it’s almost 60% off in this sale too.
Plush and lush. This is the ultimate blanket for curling up with a pet and good book. Another animal-friendly selection as the fur is faux, it comes in nine colors to blend in with the decor of any room. This blanket from Caston ($30) is 57% off and machine washable.
Free shipping on all orders over $35.
This deal was originally published by Jordan McMahon.
#3: Sunday scaries cbd gummies
Whenever I’ve had a stressful day at work (or, as I call them, a day at work), Sunday Scaries comes through with CBD gummies that don’t just help me chill out, they also double as a multi-vitamin of sorts—serving up that D3 and B12 enrichment our bodies crave. While both nutrients work to prevent fatigue, B12 also helps to stave off megaloblastic anemia. The Vitamin D3 boost is increasingly more important in the winter months, when you’re not absorbing as much from the sun. CBD, on the other hand, is a non-psychoactive cannabis extract and is said to help with everything from anxiety to chronic pain.
These gummies in particular feature 10mg of CBD each, with 22 gummies found in each container. The CBD oil it’s made from is broad spectrum and contain no THC. Whether you want to place a recurring order or purchase a bottle outright, you can save 25% on Sunday Scaries vitamin D3- and B12-enriched gummy bears using the promo code ESINV25 for a limited time. For subscribers, this brings your final price down to $22; one-time buyers, on the other hand, can scoop it up and try it out for $27 with the coupon, automatically applied at checkout. See why PopSugar, Buzzfeed, Forbes, and Cosmopolitan are all raving about Sunday Scaries CBD and secure a batch at a generous discount today.
This article was originally published by Gabe Carey.
#4: pet costume gold box
So you’re probably celebrating Halloween at home this year but that doesn’t mean you can’t do it in style. If you’re lucky enough to have a furry best friend this is their time to shine. Take 25% off almost 30 different costumes from the spooky dress up powerhouse Rubie’s. Snag a bag of cookies for your pet pal too so they don’t feel left out on that whole trick-or-treat part.
There is quite a variety and this sale covers lots of fandoms. If your pooch is your number one sidekick Robin is the way to go. Is your pet out of this world? I bet they’d look amazing as the Dark Lord Vader or even an Ewok. Or maybe your pupper is the best darn co-pilot in the skies. Just because things aren’t like they used to be doesn’t mean fun can’t be had with those you love this scary season. Even if it’s just you and your fur baby dress up, snack down, and get ghoulish.
All these ship for free if you’re a Prime member.
This deal was originally published by Sheilah Villari.
#5: lg cx 55" oled tv
If you’re going to give OLED a try, this might be the time to start considering. I’ll contend you can still get away with an LG B7, the baseline from a couple of generations ago, but the TVs have gotten exceptional. Burn-in and input lag are two of the biggest knocks against OLED, especially for gamers, but according to reviews, that should be a non-issue on the LG CX. So long as you’re not watching the news or playing games with the same HUD for many consecutive hours on end, you shouldn’t run into any nasty image retention issues anytime soon.
Now down to its lowest price ever at $1,497, this 55" TV is one of the best LG currently has to offer. It begins with that beautiful OLED panel, of course, which bids sayonara to muddy grays and backlight bleed thanks to its per-pixel lighting. For movies, Dolby Atmos and Dolby Vision HDR return to give you the best cinematic experience possible, the latter adding a feature that automatically tunes the picture around your ambient lighting conditions and the content you’re watching.
The TV also includes both AMD FreeSync and NVIDIA G-Sync, both of which are gaming features that eliminate screen tearing with little (if any) added input lag.
This deal was originally published by Quentyn Kennemer.
#6: rosetta stone gold box
Quarantine is an ideal time to expand your horizons, try new things, and work on yourself. And after a few months, if you find that you haven’t quite expanded, tried, or worked as much as you’d hoped, here’s an easy way to get started.
Today only, Amazon’s Gold Box is offering 53% off Rosetta Stone Bonus Pack bundles across a handful of languages. Each one—Spanish, French, Italian, German, and English—includes access to the service’s online language-learning software, as well as a Barron’s Dictionary and Grammar Guide.
While the bundle you choose determines which printed books you receive, it ultimately doesn’t limit you in any way. That’s because all of the bundles include lifetime access to Rosetta Stone’s complete language library, which currently spans 24 languages. Want to dabble in Arabic or Japanese later on? Go for it. Make the most of this socially-distanced time.
Each bundle is $149 today only, marked down from $319.
This deal was originally published by Andrew Hayward.
#7: Infared thermometer
Don’t let anyone get it twisted: a temperature check is not a substitute for a COVID-19 test. Still, times are scary, and it doesn’t hurt to have another tool handy to make sure you’re in good health. A forehead thermometer keeps things a little less gross than one that gets stuffed in your ear or mouth, and you don’t have to dish out stacks of cash to get your hands on one. This one is down to $23 on Amazon right now, keeping your savings (and you!) nice and safe, since it uses infrared lights for a no-contact scan of your temp.
This deal was originally published by Jordan McMahon.
#8: Batman blu-rays
As a fan of Robert Pattinson’s performances in The Lighthouse and the Safdie brothers’ Good Time and definitely NOT Twilight (ok I watched and enjoyed the first one, sue me), watching the trailer for The Batman got me hyped for a brooding heartthrob take on a classic comic book character. And to get you in the right state of mind for yet another superhero movie, Batman Beyond: The Complete Series on Blu-ray—Funko Pop included—for $50, back down to the lowest it’s ever been.
What’s more, The Dark Knight Trilogy Blu-ray collection is also down to $14. Don’t miss out on some of the best Batman movies in the franchise’s history.
This deal was originally published by Gabe Carey.
#9: inflatable skeleton unicorn
The dream is to be tough but tender right? This undead My Little Pony knock-off is just that. If you’re still looking for a decoration for the haunting season but want to seem more approachable this 6-foot tall light up Inflatable Skeleton Unicorn is that. With the coupon save a total of $55 on it.
The LED lights on the inside of the mythical beast shine bright even on the darkest night. While yes this is built for the outdoors with its durable material, long power cord, fastened ropes, and built-in sandbags there’s nothing in the rulebook that says you can’t bring this inside if you’ve got the room. Quite the decoration this would be indoors, but hey if you’ve got the space why not? My neighborhood goes ham on Halloween with decorations so I think this eerie equine creature is adorable and in no way is obnoxious. Just because it’s Hallows’ Eve soon doesn’t mean it has to all be blood and gore, maybe a scary sweetie is what we need this year.
Free one-day shipping for Prime members.
This deal was originally published by Sheilah Villari.
#10: Everlane cashmere
For the rest of the day save 25% on Everlane’s three best-selling cashmere styles. These are each just $75 and 100% Grade-A and top quality. All the styles at this price are for women.
Nothing is more classic than a crew-neck sweater and the perfect weather for it is here. In fourteen different colors or color combos, you’ll definitely find one you love and will match your aesthetic supremely. The Cashmere Crew will definitely be the staple piece of your autumn and winter wardrobe. Dress it up, dress it down, and layer it. This is fall perfection.
Now take all that and make it short. A cashmere crew tee under a suit, with a pair of jeans or even a skirt, is sharp and cozy. In eight colors the quality is all there still it’s just not as bulky.
If a deep V is more your style this is the sweater for you. There are seven colors to pick from, all earthy tones ideal with this season. Each of these you can hand wash cold or dry clean. The cashmere they use is more durable which means less pilling and for the value, you will certainly get your money’s worth.
$5 flat shipping on this order.
This deal was originally published by Sheilah Villari.


theroot--2020-10-20--Happy Birthday, Kamala Harris—and Welcome to the Female Force!

Should Kamala Devi Harris be elected vice president in two weeks , she will have achieved several simultaneous “ firsts , ” all of which will be especially significant to wide swaths of women , women of color , immigrant families , DREAMers and more .
The ballots may not yet be counted ( praying for their safe return ) , but the California senator turns 56 today , and amid the many honors and tributes in celebration of her special day , TidalWave Comics has added the firebrand to its roster of politically-themed and biographical titles .
To date @ @ @ @ @ @ @ more than 200 comic book biographies , including biographical profiles on Michelle Obama , Ruth Bader Ginsburg , Condoleezza Rice , Hillary Clinton , Sonia Sotomayor , and more .
“ TidalWave has profiled politicians for more than 11 years using the unique storytelling properties of comic books , ” boasts a release provided to The Glow Up , which explains why Harris was an essential addition to its Female Force series .
“ We believe that it is important for readers to have inspiring role models , to learn about extraordinary individuals @ @ @ @ @ @ @ difference in the world , ” says the brand .
“ That was the thought process Darren G. Davis went through before creating the comic book series Female Force.
” “ We wanted to showcase the strong women in today ’ s society that have inspired generations and shaped the culture of today , ” Davis further explained .
“ Kids and adults alike can look up to these women as great role models .
One of the coolest things about the comic books is that we found schools using them for reluctant @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ impressive credentials , the release continued : Kamala Devi Harris is only the second African-American and first Asian-American Senator from the state of California .
A lawyer , prosecutor , and former attorney general , Harris has devoted herself to bettering the lives of her constituents while focusing on social issues that help minorities and women .
Full of grit and determination , her no-nonsense approach and bi-racial heritage have made her a popular member of the Democratic party .
She is now presidential candidate Joe Biden ’ s running mate .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ Michael Frizell and illustrated by Juan Burgos , is available in both digital and print formats on multiple platforms .
A special hardcover edition of the comic will also be available , w ith cover art by famed comic book artist Dave Ryan .
“ As a public figure , Kamala Harris is a fascinating person , ” said writer Frizell .
“ Her historic nomination is a natural progression of her talent as a politician .
It will be fascinating to see what happens next .
Love her or not , her @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Happy Birthday , Kamala—and welcome to the Female Force !
Print copies of the Kamala Harris-themed issue of Female Force are available on Amazon .
Digital versions are available from iTunes , Kindle , Nook , ComiXology , Kobo and wherever e-books are sold .

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

Should Kamala Devi Harris be elected vice president in two weeks, she will have achieved several simultaneous “firsts,” all of which will be especially significant to wide swaths of women, women of color, immigrant families, DREAMers and more. The ballots may not yet be counted (praying for their safe return), but the California senator turns 56 today, and amid the many honors and tributes in celebration of her special day, TidalWave Comics has added the firebrand to its roster of politically-themed and biographical titles. To date, TidalWave’s ever-growing library includes more than 200 comic book biographies, including biographical profiles on Michelle Obama, Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Condoleezza Rice, Hillary Clinton, Sonia Sotomayor, and more.
“TidalWave has profiled politicians for more than 11 years using the unique storytelling properties of comic books,” boasts a release provided to The Glow Up, which explains why Harris was an essential addition to its Female Force series. “We believe that it is important for readers to have inspiring role models, to learn about extraordinary individuals that have overcome challenges to make a difference in the world,” says the brand. “That was the thought process Darren G. Davis went through before creating the comic book series Female Force.”
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“We wanted to showcase the strong women in today’s society that have inspired generations and shaped the culture of today,” Davis further explained. “Kids and adults alike can look up to these women as great role models. One of the coolest things about the comic books is that we found schools using them for reluctant readers.”
Listing a few of Harris’ impressive credentials, the release continued:
Kamala Devi Harris is only the second African-American and first Asian-American Senator from the state of California. A lawyer, prosecutor, and former attorney general, Harris has devoted herself to bettering the lives of her constituents while focusing on social issues that help minorities and women. Full of grit and determination, her no-nonsense approach and bi-racial heritage have made her a popular member of the Democratic party. She is now presidential candidate Joe Biden’s running mate.
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Harris’ 22-page comic, written by Michael Frizell and illustrated by Juan Burgos, is available in both digital and print formats on multiple platforms. A special hardcover edition of the comic will also be available, w ith cover art by famed comic book artist Dave Ryan.
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“As a public figure, Kamala Harris is a fascinating person,” said writer Frizell. “Her historic nomination is a natural progression of her talent as a politician. It will be fascinating to see what happens next. Love her or not, her placement on the ballot is groundbreaking.”
Happy Birthday, Kamala—and welcome to the Female Force!
Print copies of the Kamala Harris-themed issue of Female Force are available on Amazon. Digital versions are available from iTunes, Kindle, Nook, ComiXology, Kobo and wherever e-books are sold.


theroot--2020-10-20--'2 Great, Courageous Americans': Eric Trump Tweets Fake Photo of Ice Cube and 50 Cent Wearing 'Trump

'2 Great, Courageous Americans': Eric Trump Tweets Fake Photo of Ice Cube and 50 Cent Wearing 'Trump' Hats

Boooooy , if you don ’ t get yo ’ goofy , dumb , pale Dopey Smurf-looking , bologna-smelling , “ I ’ ll tell my Dad ” -face , Opie Taylor all grown up , extra mayo-on-the-side ass , “ I was in the ultra-white line when God was handing out lips ” -face , wet dog kissing on the mouth , never seen a washcloth in your life , clapping on the one and three-and-a-half , lying like your daddy , spreading “ fake news ” unironically ass the hell on .
Shit , I almost forgot to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ On Tuesday , Trump—not the Orange Menace but his old moldy ejaculate all grown up into old moldy ejaculate—tweeted a fake photo of rappers Ice Cube and 50 Cent posing together wearing matching Trump caps .
He captioned the post , “ Two great , courageous Americans ” because for some reason white conservatives see Black conservatives as heroic Braveheart niggas rising up against an evil regime of ... Black folks who might not dap them up at the barbershop because they vote Republican .
The tweet—which is no longer available likely because @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the laziest moron from his home town of Moronsville—was flagged by Twitter as “ manipulated media ” and it didn ’ t take long for people who aren ’ t acting brand new to the “ information age ” to find the original photo .
Cube tweeted my favorite negro proverb in response to the fake photo : “ Nigga please.
” He also set the record straight by tweeting the original photo which showed a “ Big 3 ” logo on his hat and the New York Yankees logo on 50 ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to go ahead and say it : Cube opened the door for this .
I guess 50 did too when he apparently saw Joe Biden ’ s tax plan and got so rich nigga-mad that he posted “ VOTE ForTRUMP ” to Instagram .
But honestly , on any given day , I don ’ t know what the fuck Fif ’ be talking about anyway , so I ’ m going to focus on Cube since he ’ s someone I still actually respect .
A lot of people have been calling @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Trump administration in an effort to get his Contract With Black Americans implemented into policy .
I don ’ t think he ’ s a sellout ; I just think he was naive and allowed himself to get used as “ Black friend ” clout and to promote the campaign ’ s list of promises it calls the “ Platinum Plan.
” ( Because what better way to win over Black voters than to make your proposed plan sound like a prepaid debit card made by Russell Simmons ? )
I wrote all @ @ @ @ @ @ @ due respect to O ’ Shea Jackson , this tweet by Donald Trump ’ s straight-to-DVD sequel proves my point .
While Cube was battling on Twitter with some of his critics who accused him of endorsing Trump , he responded that “ I haven ’ t endorsed anybody ” and shared a screenshot of a 2016 tweet where he said very plainly that he “ will never endorse a mothafucka like Donald Trump !
EVER !
!
!
” Even that didn ’ t dissuade Eric from claiming Cube as a Trump @ @ @ @ @ @ @ politicians who show nothing but contempt for the fight for racial justice will offer anything other than empty promises to anyone seeking betterment for the Black community .
I said this when Killer Mike met with Gov .
Brian Kemp and gave Georgia ’ s useless-ass governor a photo op to show off , and I ’ m saying it again now : Stop letting yourselves get used like this .
They don ’ t care about you or us , they just want the “ Black friend ” bragging rights .

Eric Trump…
*clears throat*
Boooooy, if you don’t get yo’ goofy, dumb, pale Dopey Smurf-looking, bologna-smelling, “I’ll tell my Dad”-face, Opie Taylor all grown up, extra mayo-on-the-side ass, “ I was in the ultra-white line when God was handing out lips”-face, wet dog kissing on the mouth, never seen a washcloth in your life, clapping on the one and three-and-a-half, lying like your daddy, spreading “fake news” unironically ass the hell on.
Shit, I almost forgot to tell y’all what happened.
On Tuesday, Trump—not the Orange Menace but his old moldy ejaculate all grown up into old moldy ejaculate—tweeted a fake photo of rappers Ice Cube and 50 Cent posing together wearing matching Trump caps. He captioned the post, “Two great, courageous Americans” because for some reason white conservatives see Black conservatives as heroic Braveheart niggas rising up against an evil regime of...Black folks who might not dap them up at the barbershop because they vote Republican.
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The tweet—which is no longer available likely because Trump realized it made him look like the laziest moron from his home town of Moronsville—was flagged by Twitter as “manipulated media” and it didn’t take long for people who aren’t acting brand new to the “information age” to find the original photo.
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Cube tweeted my favorite negro proverb in response to the fake photo: “Nigga please.”
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He also set the record straight by tweeting the original photo which showed a “Big 3” logo on his hat and the New York Yankees logo on 50’s.
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I’m just going to go ahead and say it: Cube opened the door for this.
I guess 50 did too when he apparently saw Joe Biden’s tax plan and got so rich nigga-mad that he posted “VOTE ForTRUMP” to Instagram. But honestly, on any given day, I don’t know what the fuck Fif’ be talking about anyway, so I’m going to focus on Cube since he’s someone I still actually respect.
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A lot of people have been calling Cube a sellout for working with the Trump administration in an effort to get his Contract With Black Americans implemented into policy. I don’t think he’s a sellout; I just think he was naive and allowed himself to get used as “Black friend” clout and to promote the campaign’s list of promises it calls the “Platinum Plan.” (Because what better way to win over Black voters than to make your proposed plan sound like a prepaid debit card made by Russell Simmons?)
I wrote all about that last week.
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With all due respect to O’Shea Jackson, this tweet by Donald Trump’s straight-to-DVD sequel proves my point. While Cube was battling on Twitter with some of his critics who accused him of endorsing Trump, he responded that “I haven’t endorsed anybody” and shared a screenshot of a 2016 tweet where he said very plainly that he “will never endorse a mothafucka like Donald Trump! EVER!!!” Even that didn’t dissuade Eric from claiming Cube as a Trump supporter.
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I have no confidence that politicians who show nothing but contempt for the fight for racial justice will offer anything other than empty promises to anyone seeking betterment for the Black community.
I said this when Killer Mike met with Gov. Brian Kemp and gave Georgia’s useless-ass governor a photo op to show off, and I’m saying it again now: Stop letting yourselves get used like this. They don’t care about you or us, they just want the “Black friend” bragging rights.


theroot--2020-10-20--Let's Get Our Hair Did and Play a Round of Black Ass Game With the Cast and Crew of Bad Hair!

We may not be getting our hair did as often in 2020 due to social distancing protocols , but that doesn ’ t mean we still can ’ t talk hair !
Just in time for its upcoming release , we talked with the cast and crew of Hulu ’ s Bad Hair .
The film ’ s synopsis via Hulu ’ s press release sent to The Root : In this horror satire set in 1989 , Bad Hair follows an ambitious young woman ( Elle Lorraine ) who gets a weave in order to succeed in the image-obsessed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ her flourishing career comes at a great cost when she realizes that her new hair may have a mind of its own .
Written and directed by Justin Simien ( Dear White People ) , Bad Hair also stars Vanessa Williams , Lena Waithe , Laverne Cox , Jay Pharoah , Kelly Rowland , Blair Underwood , James Van Der Beek , and Usher Raymond .
It ’ s pretty safe to say that Anna ( portrayed by Lorraine ) has quite the bad hair day in the film , so we wanted @ @ @ @ @ @ @ their favorite and scariest hair moments in yet another round of our famous Black Ass Game Show .
I sat down with Simien , Lorraine , Cox , Underwood , and Waithe via Zoom to chat about perms , hot combs , alcohol burns during a haircut , the flyest hairstyles in Living Single—and we even had fun with Shemar Moore ’ s infamous lacefront cornrow wig from Tyler Perry ’ s Diary of a Mad Black Woman .
Yes , we shady .
Yes , we ain ’ t right .
Y @ @ @ @ @ @ @ into their answers above and remember to pick yo afro , Daddy , because it ’ s flat on one side .

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

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theroot--2020-10-20--Get an Early Start on Your Black Friday Shopping in Amazon’s Holiday Dash Sale

Prime Day might be done , but the savings haven ’ t stopped .
Amazon ’ s Holiday Dash sale collects all sorts of bargains from across the site , from headphones to smartphones , toys , candy , DNA tests , and plenty more .
Each day brings new deals , and we ’ ll be updating this space daily to bring you the best of the sales in the weeks ahead .
Whether you ’ re starting your holiday shopping early or just want to keep an eye out for serious savings , be sure to check back @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ?
LPOW ’ s infrared forehead thermometer is just $ 23 at Amazon right now , a savings of $ 7 .
This handy device measures someone ’ s temperature at a distance of a few centimeters or less , delivering an near-instant reading for adults , kids , and infants alike .
Save Up to 35 % off TCL Smart TVs In the market for a new TV ?
TCL ’ s budget-friendly smart TVs let you stream directly from the device itself , no set-top box or dongle needed , and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of them on sale at Amazon .
The 43 ” 4K Ultra HD LED set at $ 230 is arguably the highlight of the bunch , although there are a couple of 1080p Full HD sets too if you want to save extra scratch .
Pandemic quarantine is a perfect time to take up a new hobby , and learning a new language is one that could come in handy should we all have the chance to travel again someday .
Today only , you can grab any one of Rosetta Stone ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ German , Italian , and English—for $ 149 , a savings of 53 % off the list price .
While each bundle comes with the noted printed materials , you ’ re actually buying lifetime access to Rosetta Stone ’ s entire library of language-learning software spanning 24+ languages .
So pick a language , give it a shot , and then you ’ ll have the option to branch out in the future .
Save Up to 40 % off Le Creuset Cookware Le Creuset ’ s cast iron cookware and stoneware @ @ @ @ @ @ @ prices , as well .
Luckily , Amazon has a bunch of it on deep discount right now , including 40 % off of an Enameled Cast Iron Signature Sauteuse Oven , now $ 180 , plus a cast iron grill pan for $ 100 and $ 20 stoneware salt and pepper shakers .
Motorola makes some of the best budget Android smartphones around , and right now Amazon is carving down prices even further on several of those handsets .
Hit the link above for the full range , but you can @ @ @ @ @ @ @ just $ 130 ( $ 70 off ) , a Motorola One Action for $ 230 ( $ 120 off ) , and a 2020 Moto G Stylus ( shown ) for just $ 244 ( $ 56 off ) Save $ 20 right now on Amazon ’ s compact Echo Dot , one of the easiest and most affordable ways to bring the Alexa voice assistant into your home .
With Alexa and the Echo Dot , you can call up tunes from various streaming services , control smart home gadgets , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and plenty more .
This small Wi-Fi speaker is an ideal way to amplify tunes anywhere in your home , and the rest is just the cherry on top .
Worried about the availability of toilet paper in the months ahead or just want to ensure that you have a steady supply for some time to come ?
Scott offers TP in bulk thanks to this Scott Essential bulk toilet paper package , which piles 80 rolls ( 2-ply ) into a box for just $ 54 right now .
That ’ s @ @ @ @ @ @ @ this might not be the super-soft stuff you ’ ll pay a premium for in smaller packages , it is a whole lot of toilet paper .
Got questions about your heritage ?
You ’ re certainly not alone , as the millions of folks sending away saliva to DNA testing services demonstrate .
Seek answers with the 23andMe ancestry and traits DNA test , one of the most popular kits around .
It only takes a few minutes to spit into the tube and mail off your sample , and then within @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ll have a detailed and extensive look into your ancestry , along with the ability to connect with DNA relatives .
It ’ s $ 10 off at Amazon right now .
You might be a safe driver , but you can ’ t always count on everyone around you to be quite so careful—and anything goes once your car is parked and you ’ re away .
That ’ s why you might consider Vava ’ s handy dual dash cam , which provides both forward and in-car views at 1080p resolution @ @ @ @ @ @ @ forward-facing cam at a crisper 1440p resolution .
It also automatically records any sensed movements or bumps when parked , keeping a record when you ’ re away .
Save $ 15 right now .
Save 20 % off the list price on this 50-pack of disposable face masks , which have a 3-ply design complete with a nose clip at the top .
These aren ’ t designed for medical usage but can help keep you covered up in a pinch while out and about .
Grab a box for the car @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , or keep a box or two handy for the months ahead .
Active noise-canceling headphones don ’ t have to total wallet-drainers .
Anker ’ s Soundcore Life Q20 headphones feature hybrid active noise canceling smarts at a fraction of the price of big-name rivals , priced at just $ 45 right now—a 25 % savings off of the already-low list price .
These Bluetooth wireless cans promise a big bass kick and up to 40 hours of battery life on a single charge , making them ideal for use just about @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for a serious clean for your teeth ?
Right now , Amazon has this Philips Sonicare ExpertClean 7500 electric toothbrush for $ 30 off the list price .
Available in black , white , and pink versions , this feature-rich tooth-scrubber has a pressure sensor that alerts you if you ’ re brushing too hard , plus it syncs via Bluetooth to a smartphone app to help you oversee your brushing habits .

Andrew Hayward on Roundups, shared by Jordan McMahon to The Root

Black Friday weekend hit a little different this year, and for your sake and everyone’s, we hope you did all of your deals shopping online. Luckily, retailers far and wide served up fantastic deals all weekend long, and they’re not stopping.
We’ve seen loads of great Cyber Monday deals, ranging from cheap earbuds and bath towels to PS4 games, cookware, apparel, cosmetics, and more. Here are some of the best deals around right now, updated daily through the rest of this weekend to bring even more can’t-miss bargains.
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This isn’t a deal in terms of price, but if you’re still looking to secure a Nintendo Switch before Christmas, Amazon has the standard console with red and blue Joy-Con controllers up for grabs at $300. It’s currently listed as being in stock on December 15 as of this writing, although that’s sure to change as people snap ‘em up.
Meanwhile, Best Buy has the newly-announced Fortnite Wildcat Bundle in stock, which comes with a specially-branded console along with the free-to-play game pre-downloaded on the system, plus 2,000 V-Bucks and exclusive in-game content. That’s also $300. And lastly, it won’t ship until January, but Amazon also has the adorable Animal Crossing-themed Switch console available for purchase at regular price.
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Amazon has a big Cyber Monday sale on smartphones that includes models from a variety of brands and is mostly focused on budget-friendly hardware. But there are a few big discounts on flagship phones here, too.
Standouts include the new OnePlus 8T for $630, a $120 savings from the list price, as well as the higher-end OnePlus 8 Pro for $750—that’s $250 off. Other bargains include the Moto G Power for $175, Google Pixel 3a XL for $299, and even a Tracfone Apple iPhone 7 for $130. Check out the full deal listing for several sub-$100 phones, as well.
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Got a Nintendo Switch or is someone you love getting it as a holiday gift? If you haven’t already played Mario Kart 8 Deluxe and Super Mario Party, they’re two of the must-play multiplayer gems on the console. And right now, Target is slashing $40 off the combined price for these hits with this discounted bundle. Now that’s a heck of a deal.
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JACHS NY dropped prices up to 70% off for Black Friday, but the deals are even more serious for Cyber Monday, with items now up to 90% off without a coupon or code. JACHS NY primarily specializes in men’s apparel and accessories, but also has a handful of women’s pieces in the mix. Whether you’re looking to stock up for winter or grab some cheap bargains for the rest of the year, now’s the time to save big.
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Looking for affordable wireless earbuds that won’t break the bank? You won’t find a much better deal than Mpow’s M5 wireless earbuds for just $30 at Amazon right now. This deal is exclusively for Prime members, mind you, and you’ll have to clip the coupon and use code D3O7SXCN at checkout. These earbuds have a strong 4.4-star rating at Amazon and deliver up to 6 hours of battery life per charge, with an additional 36 hours of charge available in the case.
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If you grew up in a certain era (say, the early-to-mid ‘90s), then you might remember these classic Tiger Electronics handheld video games. They were cheap, featured great licenses, and were a fun way to kill some time. Well, they’re back: these X-Men and Transformers games have been revived exactly as they were back when, and right now they’re $10 each at Amazon. Stuff one of these in a nostalgic fan’s stocking.
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If your dull blades aren’t slicing through proteins like butter these days, then it might be time for a kitchen upgrade. Luckily, Macy’s has these color-coded Cuisinart knives for just $15 right now, a savings of $25. You get five stainless steel blades here, each with a cover for safe storage, ranging from a lil’ 3.5” paring knife up to an 8” chef’s knife.
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Get your game on from essentially anywhere with the Acer Nitro 5, a notebook primed for high-quality PC gaming. This portable beast has an Intel Core i5 chip alongside a powerful NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060, plus the 15.6” screen has a smooth 144Hz refresh rate and there’s a hefty 1TB hard drive here and a speedy 256GB SSD alongside too. It’s $300 off the list price at Walmart right now.
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If it’s high time to upgrade your entertainment center, especially ahead of the long winter ahead, then scope out this massive deal on a massive Samsung 4K TV from Best Buy. Right now, you can save $600 off the list price of this 82” Class 8 set, which will look super crisp in Ultra HD glory. Whether paired with a new game console or even just for streaming Netflix, it’s bound to be a beauty. Just make sure you have something large enough to hold it!
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Apple’s latest Macs are powered by its own brand new M1 chips, which are shockingly more powerful than the old Intel-driven models. Amazingly, you can already save $100 off the list price of either the base 256GB or larger 512GB models of the super-thin MacBook Air, which are now $899 and $1,149 respectively at Adorama. They’re significantly more powerful than the old Air laptops, making them more capable options for content creation.
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theroot--2020-10-20--Breaking the Binary: Indya Moore Stars on Two International Vogue Covers

They were the breakout star of FX ’ s much-beloved ( and now , much-missed ) Pose , and now Indya Moore is breaking even more ground , creating a double-vision on the covers of both Vogue India and Vogue Spain this November .
As is now to be expected by an actor who plays a model onscreen and off , the fashion spreads are stunning , but inside , the 25-year-old remains frank as ever about life as a trans , non-binary person—albeit now an increasingly famous one .
“ I am still figuring out my life .
I @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ” Moore tells Vogue India .
“ From living in survival mode , I have a set of experiences that I think are helpful to share on behalf of my community with the world , that form the way that I advocate for myself and people like me .
But I still feel like I don ’ t have the grace to be human .
“ I find myself in a position where I have to always be vulnerable and share parts of myself .
That makes people have too much access to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ t feel safe , ” they continue .
“ There ’ s so much that I am trying to learn and figure out , and in such a small amount of time.
” Moore has been an outspoken activist for years , but of course , has been as deeply impacted by the recent anti-racist uprisings as any of us .
Their cautious optimism is evident as they tell Vogue India : Moore further explores this double-bind in Vogue Spain , where they readily acknowledge the pivotal moment their appearance on the cover @ @ @ @ @ @ @ I am clear about is that this is certainly not the cover that the Spanish market expects , ” Moore says .
“ All the people who have spent centuries living on the margins , forgotten and exiled from a supposed normality would not have believed the change that is happening all over the world .
“ A Vogue cover may be a simple image for some , but it doesn ’ t boil down to that at all , ” they add , “ it ’ s a message to the world @ @ @ @ @ @ @ full of content and force .
Like everything else , I think only those who want the latter will survive.
” Moore has become painfully aware of the heightened attention that comes with a rising career ; in recent months , they have been under scrutiny following conversations on social media about their rumored relationship with fellow activist and influencer Malcolm London , who has both been accused of sexual assault and admitted to past predatory behavior , the accusations also casting a less than favorable light on Moore , who has not @ @ @ @ @ @ @ at it in their interview .
“ The only thing I refuse is to be an example of nothing to anyone , ” says Moore .
“ The culture of fame that has been built in the last few decades means that we have the famous as throwaway products instead of people , statues that are not allowed to crack .
Having a celebrity role model is highly dangerous because your mistake has a butterfly effect of unknown magnitude .
My intention is to represent my community as well as possible , yes @ @ @ @ @ @ @ do not determine whether or not I am an acceptable example .
Although that means not ascending so fast.
” Ascension does often mean accountability—and Moore ’ s movement has been marked by a stunning upward trajectory the past few years .
“ I feel like I am in a place where I am still also learning for myself , and I think that space is very important , ” they say .
“ For me to have grace is to be seen as a human being that gets to be flawed , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , still deserves love .
”

They were the breakout star of FX’s much-beloved (and now, much-missed) Pose, and now Indya Moore is breaking even more ground, creating a double-vision on the covers of both Vogue India and Vogue Spain this November. As is now to be expected by an actor who plays a model onscreen and off, the fashion spreads are stunning, but inside, the 25-year-old remains frank as ever about life as a trans, non-binary person—albeit now an increasingly famous one.
“I am still figuring out my life. I just came out of foster care,” Moore tells Vogue India. “From living in survival mode, I have a set of experiences that I think are helpful to share on behalf of my community with the world, that form the way that I advocate for myself and people like me. But I still feel like I don’t have the grace to be human.
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“I find myself in a position where I have to always be vulnerable and share parts of myself. That makes people have too much access to me in a way that doesn’t feel safe,” they continue. “There’s so much that I am trying to learn and figure out, and in such a small amount of time.”
Moore has been an outspoken activist for years, but of course, has been as deeply impacted by the recent anti-racist uprisings as any of us. Their cautious optimism is evident as they tell Vogue India:
I think that this happening [The Black Lives Matter movement] has been affirming at a magnitude. It’s so large, but it’s still not enough for us to get liberated and get free. It’s still affirming nevertheless, because to be Black in America is to be gaslit every day of your life and to gaslight yourself sometimes, to just get by.
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Moore further explores this double-bind in Vogue Spain, where they readily acknowledge the pivotal moment their appearance on the cover signifies.
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“The only thing that I am clear about is that this is certainly not the cover that the Spanish market expects,” Moore says. “All the people who have spent centuries living on the margins, forgotten and exiled from a supposed normality would not have believed the change that is happening all over the world.
“A Vogue cover may be a simple image for some, but it doesn’t boil down to that at all,” they add, “it’s a message to the world that can be completely empty, or full of content and force. Like everything else, I think only those who want the latter will survive.”
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Moore has become painfully aware of the heightened attention that comes with a rising career; in recent months, they have been under scrutiny following conversations on social media about their rumored relationship with fellow activist and influencer Malcolm London, who has both been accused of sexual assault and admitted to past predatory behavior, the accusations also casting a less than favorable light on Moore, who has not publicly commented on the controversy but hinted at it in their interview.
“The only thing I refuse is to be an example of nothing to anyone,” says Moore. “The culture of fame that has been built in the last few decades means that we have the famous as throwaway products instead of people, statues that are not allowed to crack. Having a celebrity role model is highly dangerous because your mistake has a butterfly effect of unknown magnitude. My intention is to represent my community as well as possible, yes, but I refuse that my failures do not determine whether or not I am an acceptable example. Although that means not ascending so fast.”
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Ascension does often mean accountability—and Moore’s movement has been marked by a stunning upward trajectory the past few years.
“I feel like I am in a place where I am still also learning for myself, and I think that space is very important,” they say. “For me to have grace is to be seen as a human being that gets to be flawed, gets to be misunderstood, and hopefully, still deserves love.”


theroot--2020-10-20--Gov. Ralph Northam Calls for Investigation Into Virginia Military Institute’s ‘Clear and Appalling C

Gov. Ralph Northam Calls for Investigation Into Virginia Military Institute’s ‘Clear and Appalling Culture of Ongoing Structural Racism’

After months of Black current and former students at Virginia Military Institute speaking up about rampant racism at the institution , Virginia Gov .
Ralph Northam has ordered an investigation into the school ’ s culture .
The investigation was announced in a letter signed by the commonwealth ’ s top lawmakers , including Northam , Lt. Gov .
Justin Fairfax , and Attorney General Mark Herring and Del .
Lamont Bagby , the chair of Virginia ’ s Legislative Black Caucus , reports the Washington Post .
In it , officials said the state would be conducting an “ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ “ clear and appalling culture of ongoing structural racism at the Virginia Military Institute.
” The letter comes after a report from the Post , published this past weekend , dug deeper into allegations about the school ’ s institutional racism , including a lynching threat against a Black student that went unpunished , a business professor who waxed poetic about attending Klu Klux Klan parties , and an ongoing reverence for the Confederacy , with which the school has deep connections .
Officials mentioned these details in the letter , writing : @ @ @ @ @ @ @ faced repeated instances of racism on campus , including horrifying new revelations of threats about lynching , vicious attacks on social media , and even a professor who spoke fondly of her family ’ s history in the Ku Klux Klan—to say nothing of inconsistent application of the Institute ’ s Honor Code.
” The letter added that VMI cadets are continually exposed to a campus culture that “ honors the Confederacy and celebrates an inaccurate and dangerous ‘ Lost Cause ’ version of Virginia ’ s history.
” “ It is long @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the dustbin of history , ” it continued , noting that institutions funded by taxpayers have a particular obligation to be “ welcoming and inclusive , and to eschew outdated traditions that glamorize a history rooted in rebellion against the United States.
” While the experiences reported in the Post happened within the last several years , they are coming to light this year as part of a wider reckoning about the ongoing damage caused by systemic racism .
Recent VMI grad Kaleb Tucker shared an online petition in June demanding the school @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Stonewall Jackson .
Up until a few years ago , first-year cadets were obligated to salute the Confederate soldier and slave owner .
“ When you first get there , you ’ re on the bottom of the totem pole , ” 2020 Tucker told The Root .
“ When you leave your barracks , which are your dorms , rats ” —the term used for first-years— “ have to salute Stonewall Jackson .
In other words , pay respect to a Confederate leader.
” One of the most egregious allegations came last @ @ @ @ @ @ @ white sophomore of threatening to “ lynch ” him and “ use his dead corpse as a punching bag.
” The white cadet initially denied the incident before confessing—violating the school ’ s strict honor code , which mandates that any student caught lying be dismissed .
The white cadet was suspended for one academic year .
VMI was the last public college in Virginia to integrate and received $ 19 million in state funding last year .
All of the school ’ s top officials are white men .
The school also @ @ @ @ @ @ @ three members are Black .
Two of them were appointed by Gov .
Northam within the last two years .
Black cadets comprise just 8 percent of the school ’ s 1,700 students , with many of them accepting athletic scholarships , reports the Post .
They were not aware of the school ’ s culture or history at the time they accepted the scholarships , they told the Post .
Among them is Keniya Lee , who attended VMI on a soccer scholarship and graduated last year .
She told the Post @ @ @ @ @ @ @ taught by E. Susan Kellogg in which the professor , who is white , gleefully described attending KKK parties and recounted how , as a high schooler , her friends would drive around looking for racial minorities ( “ people who don ’ t belong ” ) to “ bop ” on the head .
“ KKK parties were the best parties ever , they had candy , clowns , games , and meetings were held there , ” Kellogg recounted , according to a memo Lee wrote shortly after the class .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ meeting Black people , which she says didn ’ t happen until she was in college .
“ I didn ’ t know if they bathed , what clothes they wore , how they ate , what they ate , if they could read , study , or even had the ability to learn , ” Kellogg also reportedly told the class .
In a recent interview with the Post , Kellogg clarified that “ bopping ” racial minorities meant striking Black people and other people of color on the back of the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ While she didn ’ t personally do that , her friends did , she said .
Kellogg didn ’ t deny Lee ’ s allegations , saying she was surprised that Lee would be so upset by her stories .
In fact , she waded through some of the same territory , telling the Post that KKK parties were a “ delight ” to go to and described the scent of her father ’ s robes : “ They smelled like firewood , and it was the nicest smell in the world , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ I was sorry she was feeling threatened because that was not the intention at all , ” Kellogg told the paper .
“ But I was surprised she was upset .
Young people are fairly quick to make judgments .
She was lacking in some perspective .
”

After months of Black current and former students at Virginia Military Institute speaking up about rampant racism at the institution, Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam has ordered an investigation into the school’s culture.
The investigation was announced in a letter signed by the commonwealth’s top lawmakers, including Northam, Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax, and Attorney General Mark Herring and Del. Lamont Bagby, the chair of Virginia’s Legislative Black Caucus, reports the Washington Post. In it, officials said the state would be conducting an “independent, third-party review” of the “clear and appalling culture of ongoing structural racism at the Virginia Military Institute.”
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The letter comes after a report from the Post, published this past weekend, dug deeper into allegations about the school’s institutional racism, including a lynching threat against a Black student that went unpunished, a business professor who waxed poetic about attending Klu Klux Klan parties, and an ongoing reverence for the Confederacy, with which the school has deep connections.
Officials mentioned these details in the letter, writing:
“Black cadets at VMI have long faced repeated instances of racism on campus, including horrifying new revelations of threats about lynching, vicious attacks on social media, and even a professor who spoke fondly of her family’s history in the Ku Klux Klan—to say nothing of inconsistent application of the Institute’s Honor Code.”
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The letter added that VMI cadets are continually exposed to a campus culture that “honors the Confederacy and celebrates an inaccurate and dangerous ‘Lost Cause’ version of Virginia’s history.”
“It is long past time to consign these relics to the dustbin of history,” it continued, noting that institutions funded by taxpayers have a particular obligation to be “welcoming and inclusive, and to eschew outdated traditions that glamorize a history rooted in rebellion against the United States.”
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While the experiences reported in the Post happened within the last several years, they are coming to light this year as part of a wider reckoning about the ongoing damage caused by systemic racism. Recent VMI grad Kaleb Tucker shared an online petition in June demanding the school take down its statue of Confederate General Stonewall Jackson. Up until a few years ago, first-year cadets were obligated to salute the Confederate soldier and slave owner.
“When you first get there, you’re on the bottom of the totem pole,” Tucker told The Root. “When you leave your barracks, which are your dorms, rats”—the term used for first-years—“have to salute Stonewall Jackson. In other words, pay respect to a Confederate leader.”
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One of the most egregious allegations came last summer when a Black cadet accused a white sophomore of threatening to “lynch” him and “use his dead corpse as a punching bag.” The white cadet initially denied the incident before confessing—violating the school’s strict honor code, which mandates that any student caught lying be dismissed.
The white cadet was suspended for one academic year.
VMI was the last public college in Virginia to integrate and received $19 million in state funding last year. All of the school’s top officials are white men. The school also has a 17-person board, of which three members are Black. Two of them were appointed by Gov. Northam within the last two years. Black cadets comprise just 8 percent of the school’s 1,700 students, with many of them accepting athletic scholarships, reports the Post. They were not aware of the school’s culture or history at the time they accepted the scholarships, they told the Post.
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Among them is Keniya Lee, who attended VMI on a soccer scholarship and graduated last year. She told the Post about an incident in a business class taught by E. Susan Kellogg in which the professor, who is white, gleefully described attending KKK parties and recounted how, as a high schooler, her friends would drive around looking for racial minorities (“people who don’t belong”) to “bop” on the head.
“KKK parties were the best parties ever, they had candy, clowns, games, and meetings were held there,” Kellogg recounted, according to a memo Lee wrote shortly after the class.
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The professor also recounted her first experiences meeting Black people, which she says didn’t happen until she was in college.
“I didn’t know if they bathed, what clothes they wore, how they ate, what they ate, if they could read, study, or even had the ability to learn,” Kellogg also reportedly told the class.
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In a recent interview with the Post, Kellogg clarified that “bopping” racial minorities meant striking Black people and other people of color on the back of the head with two-by-four pieces of wood. While she didn’t personally do that, her friends did, she said.
Kellogg didn’t deny Lee’s allegations, saying she was surprised that Lee would be so upset by her stories. In fact, she waded through some of the same territory, telling the Post that KKK parties were a “delight” to go to and described the scent of her father’s robes: “They smelled like firewood, and it was the nicest smell in the world,” the VMI professor said.
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“I was sorry she was feeling threatened because that was not the intention at all,” Kellogg told the paper. “But I was surprised she was upset. Young people are fairly quick to make judgments. She was lacking in some perspective.”


theroot--2020-10-20--Trademark Filings Might've Spilled the Beans on the Name, Number of Michael Jordan's NASCAR Team

In September , Michael Jordan unveiled his plans to become NASCAR ’ s first Black principal owner in nearly 50 years by forming a Cup Series team with three-time Daytona 500 winner Denny Hamlin , and in the time since , other than convincing Bubba Wallace to dip out on Richard Petty Motorsports and drive for him instead , details have been scarce .
But according to CBS Sports , while the team has yet to reveal its name , manufacturer or number , it shouldn ’ t come as a surprise that Jordan will likely draw from his own @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in the history of professional sports as he attempts to conquer the world of auto racing .
A company called 2311 Racing LLC in North Carolina , c/o Jump DC , recently filed trademark applications for the number 23 and the name 23XI Racing .
On the application , the address listed traces back to a company called The Sacks Group , which lists Jordan as a client .
This is standard practice for teams when entering NASCAR meaning , it is very likely that the team name will be 23XI Racing and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ s famous No .
23 on it next season .
In September , when Jordan announced his intentions to become a NASCAR owner , he was explicitly clear that he wanted Bubba to remain his own man .
“ It ’ s all going to be what Bubba wants .
I ’ m not going to impose on him with my persona , ” Jordan told the Charlotte Observer .
“ At the end of the day , I want him to have his own identity .
If he chooses to drive @ @ @ @ @ @ @ chooses another number , that ’ s great as well.
” If these trademark filings are to be believed , it ’ s looking like we can expect Bubba to carry on the legacy of the illustrious 23 .
Jordan ’ s team is expected to hit the track and begin competing full-time during the 2021 NASCAR season .

In September, Michael Jordan unveiled his plans to become NASCAR’s first Black principal owner in nearly 50 years by forming a Cup Series team with three-time Daytona 500 winner Denny Hamlin, and in the time since, other than convincing Bubba Wallace to dip out on Richard Petty Motorsports and drive for him instead, details have been scarce.
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But according to CBS Sports, while the team has yet to reveal its name, manufacturer or number, it shouldn’t come as a surprise that Jordan will likely draw from his own success as one of the greatest athletes in the history of professional sports as he attempts to conquer the world of auto racing.
From CBS Sports:
A company called 2311 Racing LLC in North Carolina, c/o Jump DC, recently filed trademark applications for the number 23 and the name 23XI Racing. On the application, the address listed traces back to a company called The Sacks Group, which lists Jordan as a client. This is standard practice for teams when entering NASCAR meaning, it is very likely that the team name will be 23XI Racing and Wallace will drive a car with Jordan’s famous No. 23 on it next season.
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In September, when Jordan announced his intentions to become a NASCAR owner, he was explicitly clear that he wanted Bubba to remain his own man.
“It’s all going to be what Bubba wants. I’m not going to impose on him with my persona,” Jordan told the Charlotte Observer. “At the end of the day, I want him to have his own identity. If he chooses to drive that number, great! If he chooses another number, that’s great as well.”
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If these trademark filings are to be believed, it’s looking like we can expect Bubba to carry on the legacy of the illustrious 23.
Jordan’s team is expected to hit the track and begin competing full-time during the 2021 NASCAR season.


theroot--2020-10-20--Check Yourself With $7 off This Infrared Forehead Thermometer

Don ’ t let anyone get it twisted : a temperature check is not a substitute for a COVID-19 test @ @ @ @ @ scary , and it doesn ’ t hurt to have another tool handy to make @ @ @ @ @ good health .
A forehead thermometer keeps things a little less gross than one that @ @ @ @ @ or mouth , and you don ’ t have to dish out stacks of cash @ @ @ @ @ one .
This one is down to $ 23 on Amazon right now , keeping @ @ @ @ @ ! )
nice and safe , since it uses infrared lights for a no-contact scan @ @ @ @

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LPOW Infrared Forehead Thermometer | $20 | Amazon
Don’t let anyone get it twisted: a temperature check is not a substitute for a COVID-19 test. Still, times are scary, and it doesn’t hurt to have another tool handy to make sure you’re in good health. A forehead thermometer keeps things a little less gross than one that gets stuffed in your ear or mouth, and you don’t have to dish out stacks of cash to get your hands on one. This one is down to $20 on Amazon right now, keeping your savings (and you!) nice and safe, since it uses infrared lights for a no-contact scan of your temp.
This deal was originally published by Jordan McMahon on 10/20/2020 and updated by Andrew Hayward with new information on 02/17/2021.