theroot--2020-10-21--Mogul-in-the-Making Marsai Martin Graces the First Cover of Essence Girls United

A bonafide star since she first appeared on the hit ABC sitcom Black-ish at the age of 10 , watching Marsai Martin come into her own as become its own joy .
The 16-year-old actress , who most recently executive produced and starred in Little alongside Issa Rae and Regina Hall , has racked up a number of industry recognitions , including multiple NAACP Image Awards and an MTV Movie Award for Best Comedic Performance .
So Marsai is a natural choice to grace the first digital cover for Essence Girls United , an offshoot of the iconic Black women @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Black girls .
Heralded as a leader of Gen Z ’ s creative class , the multi-talented Marsai ’ s preternatural confidence is on display throughout the interview , showcasing a refreshingly uninhibited , ambitious young woman .
She recounts being unfazed by a pitch meeting with Hollywood execs for Little , a movie that would make her the youngest person to ever executive produce a Hollywood film .
“ Honestly , when I pitched the film , I thought about it as a whole bunch of dudes sitting around a table talking @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in our heads , ” she quips .
It may have helped that she was plenty familiar with two of those “ dudes ” —Will Packer and Black-ish creator Kenya Barris .
But to Marsai , speaking up comes naturally .
“ I really didn ’ t think of it as a nerve wracking thing , ” she told writer Brooklyn White .
“ Math equations scare me a lot more than public speaking.
” Nor is she interested in dulling that shine for anyone .
And why would she be ?
With @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the animated film Paw Patrol : The Movie and her second feature film , StepMonster , Marsai ’ s fearless , authentic approach clearly works .
“ I ’ m always myself , ” Marsai .
“ I ’ m in the space I ’ m in right now because I was just always unapologetically myself .
”

Anne Branigin on The Glow Up, shared by Anne Branigin to The Root

A bonafide star since she first appeared on the hit ABC sitcom Black-ish at the age of 10, watching Marsai Martin come into her own as become its own joy.
The 16-year-old actress, who most recently executive produced and starred in Little alongside Issa Rae and Regina Hall, has racked up a number of industry recognitions, including multiple NAACP Image Awards and an MTV Movie Award for Best Comedic Performance.
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So Marsai is a natural choice to grace the first digital cover for Essence Girls United, an offshoot of the iconic Black women’s magazine catered specifically to young Black girls. Heralded as a leader of Gen Z’s creative class, the multi-talented Marsai’s preternatural confidence is on display throughout the interview, showcasing a refreshingly uninhibited, ambitious young woman.
She recounts being unfazed by a pitch meeting with Hollywood execs for Little, a movie that would make her the youngest person to ever executive produce a Hollywood film.
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“Honestly, when I pitched the film, I thought about it as a whole bunch of dudes sitting around a table talking about our projects and what we have in our heads,” she quips.
It may have helped that she was plenty familiar with two of those “dudes”—Will Packer and Black-ish creator Kenya Barris. But to Marsai, speaking up comes naturally. “ I really didn’t think of it as a nerve wracking thing,” she told writer Brooklyn White. “Math equations scare me a lot more than public speaking.”
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Nor is she interested in dulling that shine for anyone. And why would she be? With multiple projects in the works, including the animated film Paw Patrol: The Movie and her second feature film, StepMonster, Marsai’s fearless, authentic approach clearly works.
“I’m always myself,” Marsai. “I’m in the space I’m in right now because I was just always unapologetically myself.”


theroot--2020-10-21--Compton to Launch Pilot Program That Will Give Regular Cash Payments to its Lowest Income Residents

On Monday , Compton Mayor Aja Brown announced the upcoming launch of a pilot program that will give regular , free payments to 800 of its lowest-income residents .
According to CNN , the Compton Pledge will launch later this year and provide a group of “ pre-verified ” residents with monthly payments over the course of two years .
The exact amount hasn ’ t been decided , but the pledge is designed to “ challenge the racial and economic injustice plaguing both welfare programs and economic systems.
” The group is still in the process of finalizing the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ but aims to be completely transparent in the process once the core details are in place .
“ People in our community are going through tough times , and I know that guaranteed income could give people a moment to navigate their situation , and have some breathing room to go back to school , explore a new career path , spend time with their children , or improve their mental and emotional wellbeing , ” Brown said in her statement .
Brown also talked about her own experiences growing up in a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ watched her mother make .
“ Like most Americans , we were one emergency away from having to move , which we did many times , if anything unplanned happened because of her restricted income and prioritizing being present for her children , ” Brown said .
About 1 in 5 Compton residents live below the poverty line — a figure that is double the national average , according to Census.gov .
The coronavirus pandemic has also raised the city ’ s unemployment rate which now stands at 21.9 % , according to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Pledge hopes to reverse these troubling trends at no cost to its residents .
So far , the program has raised over $ 2.5 million in private donations and in-kind contributions .
This money will go to the Fund for Guaranteed Income , a registered public charity , with “ the vast majority channeled directly to the cash transfer recipients , ” according to program ’ s fact sheet .
The Compton Pledge is led by Mayor Brown in partnership with the Fund for Guaranteed Income , the Jain Family Institute — a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ other organizations that will advise on the implementation of the initiative into the community .
“ I recognized that there ’ s a need for additional income , especially with the pandemic resulting in record-high numbers of unemployment throughout the entire country , ” Brown told the Los Angeles Times .
“ This is a great opportunity to address inequalities for Black and brown people and also additional opportunities for upward mobility.
” In addition to the cash payments , the program will provide access to financial literacy services .
The program will @ @ @ @ @ @ @ will allow recipients to receive their payments through direct deposit , electronic transfers , and prepaid debit cards .
The pledge will be accessible to a variety of Compton residents , including those “ irregularly or informally employed residents , immigrants of varied legal status , and the formerly incarcerated.
” This is not the first guaranteed income program in California , as in 2019 Stockton Mayor Michael Tubbs launched the “ Stockton Economic Empowerment Demonstration , ” the first program of its kind in the country .
The program provided 125 Stockton @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 18 months .
Tubbs , along with Brown , created the organization “ Mayors for Guaranteed Income , ” which includes 23 other mayors who believe these kinds of programs should be pushed .
Considering 8 million Americans have fallen below the poverty line as a result of the poorly-handled pandemic , I think there ’ s a large swath of citizens who are inclined to agree .

On Monday, Compton Mayor Aja Brown announced the upcoming launch of a pilot program that will give regular, free payments to 800 of its lowest-income residents.
According to CNN, the Compton Pledge will launch later this year and provide a group of “pre-verified” residents with monthly payments over the course of two years. The exact amount hasn’t been decided, but the pledge is designed to “challenge the racial and economic injustice plaguing both welfare programs and economic systems.”
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The group is still in the process of finalizing the decision process for who’s selected but aims to be completely transparent in the process once the core details are in place.
“People in our community are going through tough times, and I know that guaranteed income could give people a moment to navigate their situation, and have some breathing room to go back to school, explore a new career path, spend time with their children, or improve their mental and emotional wellbeing,” Brown said in her statement. Brown also talked about her own experiences growing up in a low-income home, and the sacrifices she watched her mother make.
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“Like most Americans, we were one emergency away from having to move, which we did many times, if anything unplanned happened because of her restricted income and prioritizing being present for her children,” Brown said.
From CNN:
About 1 in 5 Compton residents live below the poverty line — a figure that is double the national average, according to Census.gov. The coronavirus pandemic has also raised the city’s unemployment rate which now stands at 21.9%, according to the program’s website. Compton Pledge hopes to reverse these troubling trends at no cost to its residents. So far, the program has raised over $2.5 million in private donations and in-kind contributions. This money will go to the Fund for Guaranteed Income,a registered public charity, with “the vast majority channeled directly to the cash transfer recipients,” according to program’s fact sheet. The Compton Pledge is led by Mayor Brown in partnership with the Fund for Guaranteed Income, the Jain Family Institute — a nonprofit research institution — and dozens of other organizations that will advise on the implementation of the initiative into the community.
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“I recognized that there’s a need for additional income, especially with the pandemic resulting in record-high numbers of unemployment throughout the entire country,” Brown told the Los Angeles Times. “This is a great opportunity to address inequalities for Black and brown people and also additional opportunities for upward mobility.”
In addition to the cash payments, the program will provide access to financial literacy services. The program will also host an online payment option that will allow recipients to receive their payments through direct deposit, electronic transfers, and prepaid debit cards.
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The pledge will be accessible to a variety of Compton residents, including those “irregularly or informally employed residents, immigrants of varied legal status, and the formerly incarcerated.”
This is not the first guaranteed income program in California, as in 2019 Stockton Mayor Michael Tubbs launched the “Stockton Economic Empowerment Demonstration,” the first program of its kind in the country. The program provided 125 Stockton residents with monthly $500 payments for 18 months.
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Tubbs, along with Brown, created the organization “Mayors for Guaranteed Income,” which includes 23 other mayors who believe these kinds of programs should be pushed. Considering 8 million Americans have fallen below the poverty line as a result of the poorly-handled pandemic, I think there’s a large swath of citizens who are inclined to agree.


theroot--2020-10-21--Odell Beckham Jr. Offers Up His Magic DNA to Manufacture a COVID Vaccine. I'm Joking, but He Does Se

Odell Beckham Jr. Offers Up His Magic DNA to Manufacture a COVID Vaccine. I'm Joking, but He Does Seem to Think He's Immune

Cleveland Browns wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. is really out here trying to trump Trump ’ s re-Trump-ulousness ... Trump-diculousness ...
This man out here saying he ’ s immune to COVID-19 , just like y ’ all ’ s president did after he caught COVID-19 .
According to Yahoo Sports , OBJ recently missed two days of practice due to an illness that turned out not to be related to the coronavirus .
But because COVID-19 is pretty much an “ all y ’ all can get it ” kind of disease , there were concerns about the 27-year-old @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , Beckham told reporters that he was never worried about some punk-ass-fool named COVID because his body has been purified in the waters of Lake Minnetonka .
“ Not in an arrogant way , ” Beckham said .
“ I don ’ t think COVID can get to me .
I don ’ t think it ’ s going to enter this body .
I don ’ t want no parts of it , it don ’ t want no parts of me .
It ’ s a mutual respect.
” Beckham—who clearly @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Cowboys ( I promised my people from Texas I wouldn ’ t make that joke , but , nigga , I be lying ) —was pulled out of a Sunday game early while his team was losing miserably to the Pittsburgh Steelers .
He wasn ’ t happy about that and said as much , telling reporters that this “ shit sucks ” and he ’ s “ tired of losing.
” So maybe he was just trying to hype himself up when he suggested that he was the Incredible Hulk to COVID @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ re having trouble with that reference : Still , when it comes to a health crisis that has claimed the lives of 226,781 people in the U.S. as of Oct. 21 and doesn ’ t appear to discriminate on who gets infected , it ’ s dangerous to assume your body can ’ t get touched .
So OBJ thinking Beckham sounds like “ Bethlehem ” and therefore he has Jesus ’ immune system simply isn ’ t smart .
I promise COVID-19 is not stopping at the 50-yard line , seeing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , “ Fuck this shit , I ’ m finna retire.
” This pandemic is real , y ’ all .
Take precautions , stay as safe as possible , and please , don ’ t think you can ’ t contract it , because you can .
We all can .

Cleveland Browns wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. is really out here trying to trump Trump’s re-Trump-ulousness...Trump-diculousness...
This man out here saying he’s immune to COVID-19, just like y’all’s president did after he caught COVID-19.
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According to Yahoo Sports, OBJ recently missed two days of practice due to an illness that turned out not to be related to the coronavirus. But because COVID-19 is pretty much an “all y’all can get it” kind of disease, there were concerns about the 27-year-old’s status. So on Wednesday, Beckham told reporters that he was never worried about some punk-ass-fool named COVID because his body has been purified in the waters of Lake Minnetonka.
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“Not in an arrogant way,” Beckham said. “I don’t think COVID can get to me. I don’t think it’s going to enter this body. I don’t want no parts of it, it don’t want no parts of me. It’s a mutual respect.”
Beckham—who clearly thinks COVID-19 plays defense for the Dallas Cowboys (I promised my people from Texas I wouldn’t make that joke, but, nigga, I be lying)—was pulled out of a Sunday game early while his team was losing miserably to the Pittsburgh Steelers. He wasn’t happy about that and said as much, telling reporters that this “shit sucks” and he’s “tired of losing.”
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So maybe he was just trying to hype himself up when he suggested that he was the Incredible Hulk to COVID’s Loki.
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In case you’re having trouble with that reference:
Still, when it comes to a health crisis that has claimed the lives of 226,781 people in the U.S. as of Oct. 21 and doesn’t appear to discriminate on who gets infected, it’s dangerous to assume your body can’t get touched.
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So OBJ thinking Beckham sounds like “Bethlehem” and therefore he has Jesus’ immune system simply isn’t smart. I promise COVID-19 is not stopping at the 50-yard line, seeing Beckham coming right at him and saying, “Fuck this shit, I’m finna retire.”
This pandemic is real, y’all. Take precautions, stay as safe as possible, and please, don’t think you can’t contract it, because you can. We all can.


theroot--2020-10-21--Let’s Hear It for the Best Vibrators to Stimulate Your Days at Home

It ’ s been a stressful year and the self-care industry had been booming .
Masturbation is a great way to channel stress , anxiety , boredom , pain , into pleasure .
If you weren ’ t lucky enough to enter quarantine with a significant other it might have gotten lonely , and even if you did , it might have gotten routine .
Whether or not you ’ re still in lockdown , now is a better time than ever to upgrade your self-care station with some good vibrations .
I ’ m here to help , with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Satisfyer Pro 2 was my number one for a long time .
Don ’ t get me wrong , it still gets a decent amount of action , and if you don ’ t have as many options as I do I guarantee it ’ ll be your chosen toy .
If you ’ re sensitive I recommend this one .
I ’ ve told all my friends who prefer clitoral stimulation , but are unsure of how much attention they need , the Satisfyer was made for them .
The lowest setting @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , so to speak .
And if you like to live on the edge , take this baby goes all the way to eleven .
It got its name for a reason , so it comes as no surprise Bellesa can barely keep it in stock !
All those very happy customers can ’ t be wrong .
This vibe is absolutely the opposite of that Rolling Stones song—with the Satisfyer Pro 2 , you will get some ... satisfaction .
I ’ m living for this era of app-controlled pleasure aids .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ fun , especially if you and your partner like to tease each other .
Enter : phrasing : the bendable bullet vibrator Poco from our pals at MysteryVibe .
This little bullet is one of the most advanced on the market and has all the innovation I ’ ve been dreaming about .
It has a long battery life even after a quick charge , is showerproof , and is controlled through a smart app .
Within the app , you can even create your own vibe pattern .
I ’ m really @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and it would be a groovy activity to create a pattern together .
It ’ s compact so it ’ s perfect for first-timers and pretty dang comfortable .
It ’ s a toy with a lot of power if you need/want it but is gentle for those who may be more sensitive .
I thought I loved my Nirvana wand until I met Charmed .
Sweet Vibes know what they are doing .
Much like Bellesa ( run by women ) , these ladies are committed to making the best toys and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ our time of need .
The Charmed Wand is my main these days , it ’ s boss in every way .
For its size , it ’ s surprisingly easy to hold and maneuver whichever way you want to let it drift over your parts .
The curved tip is such a nice touch and is really what gives it the edge over competing wands on the market .
With four vibration options to choose between , this powerhouse can , fortunately , be contained should the highest be too intense .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ this is the wand for you .
It ’ s a little extra , but hey , some days that ’ s exactly what you need .
You know there had to be that one to splash the cash on .
Lelo has made some beautiful toys , and while I ’ m personally a fan of the Gigi 2 , their newest entry , the Sila is gorgeous , sleek , small , and discreet .
Given its unconventional shape , the Sila is inconspicuous , making it the perfect toy to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ stimulator has a compelling array of vibe patterns—eight in total .
I ’ ve not quite tried anything like it .
For its size , the Sila yields an adequate level of intensity , with a wider mouth that allows for a full range of sonic pleasure .
All in all , this waterproof vibrator is the perfect travel companion for you and your partner ’ s next weekend getaway .
This is a great time to grab the Honey Adult Play ’ s best-selling vibrator , the Jubilee .
Because it ensures @ @ @ @ @ @ @ love they need , this affordably priced 3-in-1 dual vibrator has become a fan favorite among sex toy enthusiasts .
Made from silky soft silicone , the Jubilee licks , sucks , and vibes just where you want it to .
With 10 different licking and nine different vibrating modes , this butterfly will have you emerging from your cocoon in no time .
Join the party for the impeccable price of $ 69 .

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

Top Product: Jack Rabbit Signature Thrusting Rabbit | $126 | Adam & Eve
Masturbation is a great way to channel stress, anxiety, boredom, and pain into pleasure. It’s also been known to boost your immune system, which is quite beneficial nowadays. Whether you’re with a partner or without, maybe life has gotten a bit too routine. There’s no shame in staying inside more either, so now is a great time to upgrade your self-care station or grab something brand new. I’m here to help, with first-hand recommendations from yours truly.
One of my favorites is Jack Rabbit Signature Thrusting Rabbit. These thrusting vibes should be the gold standard to judge all other toys against it. Honestly, most will be found lacking. The Thrusting Rabbit is just out of this world. Its silicone is plush and soothing. Each thrust comes with perfect precision. There are three speeds, and it’s super easy to control with the buttons even in the most intense session. The little bunny ears have seven vibration functions, and you can choose to use them or not. This vibe gives me some of the most robust experiences I’ve ever had with a toy. I’ve tested many of these for you all, and it’s not often I’m literally and figuratively shook. If you want to upgrade, this is the ultimate version. It will run for up to an hour and a half on one charge if you only use the highest settings. But expect around four hours of power on the lowest setting with a single charge. It’s also pretty; the packing is gorgeous and very 1970s. I do recommend lube and going slow at first. I was not expecting this to be so powerful. Very pleasantly surprised, though.
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Sweet dreams are made of Bs. The B stands for bullet or bear. Either way, this Gummy Bear Bullet designed by Rock Candy is perfect to take on your next trip. This pocket-sized vibe gives off a powerful stimulator so don’t be fooled by how cute it is. The Gummy Bear is an excellent little snack to bring along on any vacation. It’s a simple single-speed bullet and snuggly-soft. The bear’s textured nose creates an extra sensation whether you put it on your lady bits or even your nipples. The adorable design makes it the ideal silly gift. I actually have the pink one on my bookshelf amongst my other novelty vibrators. This squishy soft vibe is well suited for partner play too. It’s fun-sized and definitely hits the sweet spot!
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This is a great beginner vibe if you aren’t totally sure what you’re looking for. But you won’t be disappointed even if you do. The Starlet is now in its third iteration and still a fan favorite for Womanizer. You can snag this powerful little toy in five vivid colors. Now with six levels of intensity, it’ll have you feeling like a superstar in no time. This affordable vibe is perfect for you or your partner to hold easily. All of Womanizer’s toys use improved Pleasure Air Technology and hold a charge for up to 30 incredible minutes of delight.
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Sweet Vibes knows what it’s doing. These ladies are committed to making the best toys, and they’ve really come through in the last few years. The Charmed Wand is still a favorite of mine; it’s a boss in every way. For its size, it’s surprisingly easy to hold and maneuver whichever way you want. The curved tip is a nice touch, giving it the edge over competing wands on the market. With four vibration options to choose between, this powerhouse can, fortunately, be contained should the highest setting be too intense. If invigorating performance is what you crave, this is the wand for you. It’s a little extra, but hey, some days that’s exactly what you need.
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4 massage patterns and intensity levels to help you the perfect level of pleasure. Buy for $50 at Sweet Vibrations
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The Chroma is hands-down my top recommendation for newbies. This is one of JimmyJane’s staples and it’s easy to see why. Simplicity goes a long way, especially for someone who doesn’t quite know what they need or want. Chroma would be a welcome addition to your nightstand. There’s absolutely some power behind this bullet toy. Its sleek design makes it easy to grip for you or a partner. The cool non-porous aluminum feels amazing on warm skin, particularly if you integrate it mid-sexy time sessions. This is a five for five vibe: five modes, five levels of power.
What also sets the Chroma apart are its accessories. There are three sleeves you can purchase to give it a little boost. Each sleeve is made of flexible soft silicone, making them easy to get on and off. Chroma Sleeve One and Chroma Sleeve Two have more of a base for better control. And the Chroma Sleeve 3 is simple, yet offers extra protection if you’re using it for internal exploration.
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Best Dual Vibrator: Diosa
It’s no exaggeration that everything from Bellesa is beautifully made and exceptional in every way. When I want to be on my rabbit nonsense, the Diosa is a spectacular option. If you’re into dual stimulation, it doesn’t get much better than this. While I love my Nirvana wand from Bellesa, sometimes I like to mix it up, that’s when I reach for the Diosa. If you’re feeling frisky, Diosa’s seven vibe settings and Bellesa’s signature velvety-smooth silicone is all you need. You can’t go wrong with blended orgasms now, can you?
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People often think vibrators are for solo aviators, but I’ve always thought it’s more fun to have a romp with a partner. MysteryVibe’s app-controlled vibrators add another layer of fun to sexy playdates. The Crescendo Bendable Vibrator is certainly an entertaining accessory to add to the mix. There are six powerful motors that you or your partner can control through the MysteryVibe app. As a top seller, it has plenty of happy customers. And honestly, it’s not hard (heh) to see why. The Crescendo is built for you—no literally. It’s made to mold with your body. Its flexibility ensures it hits all the right spots and helps you discover new O zones. Made from safe silicone, it’s waterproof, and you can get it in teal or purple. It takes 45 minutes to charge, and then you’re off to the races. Plus you get a set of position cards for those who really want to get creative.
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This story was originally published by Sheilah Villari on 10/21/2020 and updated with new information on 1/10/2022.


theroot--2020-10-21--Sgt. Jonathan Mattingly Claims He Was Also a Victim in Breonna Taylor’s Death, Casts Blame on Kennet

Sgt. Jonathan Mattingly Claims He Was Also a Victim in Breonna Taylor’s Death, Casts Blame on Kenneth Walker

In his first interview since barging into the home of 26-year-old Breonna Taylor in March , Sgt .
Jonathan Mattingly of the Louisville Metro Police Department said he would certainly do things differently if he were able to redo that night .
He would have entered Taylor ’ s home sooner .
“ We expected that Breonna was going to be there by herself .
That ’ s why we gave her so much time .
And in my opinion that was a mistake , ” the 47-year-old cop told Good Morning America co-anchor Michael Strahan in a two-hour-long interview @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , had police entered her apartment faster , her boyfriend Kenneth Walker , a licensed gun-owner , wouldn ’ t have had time to grab his weapon .
“ Number one , we would have either served the no-knock warrant or we would have done the normal thing we do , which is five to 10 seconds .
To not give people time to formulate a plan , not give people time to get their senses so they have an idea of what they ’ re doing , ” Mattingly told Strahan .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ Breonna Taylor would be alive , 100 percent.
” The comments cast blame for Taylor ’ s death on Walker , suggesting that had Walker not had time to grab his weapon , police would have been able to execute the “ no-knock ” search warrant without incident .
This stance is consistent with that of Kentucky Attorney General Daniel Cameron , the special prosecutor in charge of investigating Taylor ’ s March 13 killing .
Cameron concluded that because Walker had fired at LMPD officers once they forcibly entered Taylor ’ s @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 32 bullets that killed Taylor in her bedroom hallway—was justified .
According to Mattingly , he didn ’ t know Taylor had died until he was released from surgery .
“ My first question was , ‘ Did she have a gun ?
Was she a shooter ?
’ Because I didn ’ t know what took place after I moved out , ” Mattingly said .
Mattingly also confirmed that police knew that the target of their drug investigation , Taylor ’ s ex-boyfriend Jamarcus Glover , was at a separate location @ @ @ @ @ @ @ lifelong resident of Louisville , said the seven officers present at Taylor ’ s home announced their presence multiple times , including while they were taking a battering ram to her door .
Strahan pushed back , noting that Walker said he didn ’ t hear police announce themselves .
According to Walker , he and Taylor repeatedly asked who was at the door without hearing a response .
Strahan added that 11 of Taylor ’ s neighbors also didn ’ t hear police announce themselves .
Mattingly countered that those neighbors hadn @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and Taylor heard either .
“ If you didn ’ t hear us knock , you ’ re not going to hear us announce , ” he said .
The officer , who says he is confident he and his colleagues did everything appropriately the night of Taylor ’ s killing , said it was wrong of the public to compare Taylor ’ s death with those of George Floyd , who died at the hands of Minneapolis police officers in May , and Ahmaud Arbery , killed by two white men who @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in April .
“ It ’ s not a race thing like people want to try to make it out to be .
It ’ s not .
This is a point where we were doing our job , we gave too much time when we go in , I get shot , we returned fire , ” Mattingly said .
“ This is not us going , hunting somebody down .
This is not kneeling on a neck .
It ’ s nothing like that.
” While Mattingly said he thought charging @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the right thing to do , he also attributed the 46-year-old ’ s death to a “ drug overdose ” and suggested that he wasn ’ t worth the months of protests that followed , saying Floyd was “ not a model citizen.
” A visibly frustrated Strahan took a pause before responding , “ It ’ s very hard for me to sit here hearing ‘ George Floyd died of an overdose.
’ ” He said .
“ He died because someone was kneeling on his neck for minutes .
In regards @ @ @ @ @ @ @ not , he didn ’ t deserve that .
No one deserves that.
” “ Nobody said he did .
I just demonized it .
I said it ’ s horrible , ” Mattingly replied .
Since Floyd ’ s death , cities across the United States carried out weeks—and in some cases months—of protests , including in Louisville , where activists demanded that the officers involved in shooting Taylor be held accountable .
Her death had special resonance for many : While fewer women are killed by police each year than men @ @ @ @ @ @ @ men , are more likely to be victims of this violence than non-Black people .
Their cases also typically receive less attention than those of Black men .
Only one officer , Det .
Brett Hankison was fired for his role in the police shooting .
He was also the only cop to face any charges for his actions that night , currently facing three counts of “ wanton endangerment ” for shots he recklessly fired outside of Taylor ’ s apartment .
Mattingly and Det .
Myles Cosgrove , the officer responsible @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , both remain on the LMPD force and have faced no charges related to the fatal raid .
“ I feel for her .
I hurt for her mother and for her sisters , ” said Mattingly .
“ It ’ s not just a passing ‘ Oh , this is part of the job , we did it and move on.
’ It ’ s not like that .
I mean , Breonna Taylor is now attached to me for the rest of my life .
And that ’ s not , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ That ’ s me , feeling for them.
” Mattingly was also quick to point out how much he and his family have suffered in the aftermath of the case .
“ I ’ m not going to sit here and act like , playing the big victim card .
But I mean , I was a victim in this as well , ” he said , adding that this family has had to “ go into hiding ” and faced death threats in the wake of Taylor ’ s killing .
“ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and accuses someone they don ’ t know of being a racist , of being a dirty cop , of being a murderer when that ’ s not the case , it does affect you .
”

In his first interview since barging into the home of 26-year-old Breonna Taylor in March, Sgt. Jonathan Mattingly of the Louisville Metro Police Department said he would certainly do things differently if he were able to redo that night.
He would have entered Taylor’s home sooner.
“We expected that Breonna was going to be there by herself. That’s why we gave her so much time. And in my opinion that was a mistake,” the 47-year-old cop told Good Morning America co-anchor Michael Strahan in a two-hour-long interview.
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Mattingly’s reasoning was that, had police entered her apartment faster, her boyfriend Kenneth Walker, a licensed gun-owner, wouldn’t have had time to grab his weapon.
“Number one, we would have either served the no-knock warrant or we would have done the normal thing we do, which is five to 10 seconds. To not give people time to formulate a plan, not give people time to get their senses so they have an idea of what they’re doing,” Mattingly told Strahan. “Because if that had happened...Breonna Taylor would be alive, 100 percent.”
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The comments cast blame for Taylor’s death on Walker, suggesting that had Walker not had time to grab his weapon, police would have been able to execute the “no-knock” search warrant without incident. This stance is consistent with that of Kentucky Attorney General Daniel Cameron, the special prosecutor in charge of investigating Taylor’s March 13 killing. Cameron concluded that because Walker had fired at LMPD officers once they forcibly entered Taylor’s apartment, their subsequent response—a hailstorm of 32 bullets that killed Taylor in her bedroom hallway—was justified.
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According to Mattingly, he didn’t know Taylor had died until he was released from surgery.
“My first question was, ‘Did she have a gun? Was she a shooter?’ Because I didn’t know what took place after I moved out,” Mattingly said.
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Mattingly also confirmed that police knew that the target of their drug investigation, Taylor’s ex-boyfriend Jamarcus Glover, was at a separate location that night. The sergeant, a lifelong resident of Louisville, said the seven officers present at Taylor’s home announced their presence multiple times, including while they were taking a battering ram to her door.
Strahan pushed back, noting that Walker said he didn’t hear police announce themselves. According to Walker, he and Taylor repeatedly asked who was at the door without hearing a response. Strahan added that 11 of Taylor’s neighbors also didn’t hear police announce themselves.
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Mattingly countered that those neighbors hadn’t heard the knocks that Walker and Taylor heard either.
“If you didn’t hear us knock, you’re not going to hear us announce,” he said.
The officer, who says he is confident he and his colleagues did everything appropriately the night of Taylor’s killing, said it was wrong of the public to compare Taylor’s death with those of George Floyd, who died at the hands of Minneapolis police officers in May, and Ahmaud Arbery, killed by two white men who suspected him of robbing a construction site in April.
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“It’s not a race thing like people want to try to make it out to be. It’s not. This is a point where we were doing our job, we gave too much time when we go in, I get shot, we returned fire,” Mattingly said. “This is not us going, hunting somebody down. This is not kneeling on a neck. It’s nothing like that.”
While Mattingly said he thought charging Minneapolis police officers for killing Floyd was the right thing to do, he also attributed the 46-year-old’s death to a “drug overdose” and suggested that he wasn’t worth the months of protests that followed, saying Floyd was “not a model citizen.”
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A visibly frustrated Strahan took a pause before responding, “It’s very hard for me to sit here hearing ‘George Floyd died of an overdose.’” He said. “He died because someone was kneeling on his neck for minutes. In regards to him being a model citizen or not, he didn’t deserve that. No one deserves that.”
“Nobody said he did. I just demonized it. I said it’s horrible,” Mattingly replied.
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Since Floyd’s death, cities across the United States carried out weeks—and in some cases months—of protests, including in Louisville, where activists demanded that the officers involved in shooting Taylor be held accountable. Her death had special resonance for many: While fewer women are killed by police each year than men are, Black women, like Black men, are more likely to be victims of this violence than non-Black people. Their cases also typically receive less attention than those of Black men.
Only one officer, Det. Brett Hankison was fired for his role in the police shooting. He was also the only cop to face any charges for his actions that night, currently facing three counts of “wanton endangerment” for shots he recklessly fired outside of Taylor’s apartment. Mattingly and Det. Myles Cosgrove, the officer responsible for firing the bullet that killed Taylor, both remain on the LMPD force and have faced no charges related to the fatal raid.
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“I feel for her. I hurt for her mother and for her sisters,” said Mattingly. “It’s not just a passing ‘Oh, this is part of the job, we did it and move on.’ It’s not like that. I mean, Breonna Taylor is now attached to me for the rest of my life. And that’s not, again, ‘Woe is me.’ That’s me, feeling for them.”
Mattingly was also quick to point out how much he and his family have suffered in the aftermath of the case.
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“I’m not going to sit here and act like, playing the big victim card. But I mean, I was a victim in this as well,” he said, adding that this family has had to “go into hiding” and faced death threats in the wake of Taylor’s killing.
“When someone sits back in their mansion and accuses someone they don’t know of being a racist, of being a dirty cop, of being a murderer when that’s not the case, it does affect you.”


theroot--2020-10-21--Miami Police Officer Facing Disciplinary Action for Wearing Pro-Trump Face Mask Near Voting Area

On Tuesday , a Miami , Fla. , police officer was photographed wearing a pro-Trump face mask while voting at the city ’ s Government Center .
Most states restrict campaigning for any candidate within a certain distance from a polling place , and many states extend those restrictions to the wearing of any clothing , buttons or other apparel that promotes a candidate .
Now , Florida being Florida , it isn ’ t illegal to wear a face mask or anything else that shows support for a candidate while voting , but the officer in question did clearly @ @ @ @ @ @ @ disciplinary action .
The Miami-Herald reports that Officer Daniel Ubeda was spotted and photographed by the chairman of the Miami-Dade Democratic Party , Steve Simeonidis .
Ubeda was wearing a face mask that read “ Trump 2020 ” and “ no more bullshit , ” which is very much like me wearing a mask that reads , “ Snoop 2020 ” and “ no more smoking of the sticky-icky.
” “ Police Officer Daniel Ubeda , in full uniform with badge and gun wearing his Trump mask inside of the polling location in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ “ This is city funded voter intimidation.
” Simeonidis also claimed Ubeda had committed a crime , citing a state statute prohibiting on and off-duty police officers from using “ his or her official authority or influence for the purpose of interfering with an election… ” but , according to the Herald , that may not be accurate in this case ( even though it damn sure should be ) .
And police , whether on duty or not and like the public , are only permitted within 150 feet of a polling @ @ @ @ @ @ @ are also not permitted for the general public , concealed or otherwise , though there are exceptions to the statute for police .
On Monday , Miami Mayor Francis Suarez and Police Chief Jorge Colina announced they were deploying plain-clothed officers near voting sites after receiving an unusually large amount of emails and messages from voters who they said were worried about violence and intimidation at any of Miami ’ s four voting sites .
Also Monday , an on-duty Hialeah police officer was spotted standing with his arms crossed at the entrance @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ s largest voting site .
After seeing the photo , an election official said she called staff at the library and the officer had moved on .
Either way , Udeba violated the policy of the Miami Police Department and the department said as much in a statement released Tuesday .
“ We are aware of the photograph being circulated of a Miami Police officer wearing a political mask in uniform , ” the statement read .
“ This behavior is unacceptable , a violation of departmental policy , and is being @ @ @ @ @ @ @ reports , Miami Police Department ’ s policies state that officers should “ avoid all religious and political discussions or arguments ” and “ shall not interfere with or make use of the influence of their office for political reasons , nor shall they take part in any political activity ” while on duty .
It ’ s unclear exactly what repercussions Udeba will face , but Miami Mayor Francis Suarez ( R ) also condemned his actions and said in a tweet that he is “ under investigation and disciplinary measures will @ @ @ @ @ @ @ tasked with enforcing the law have no problem breaking official rules at their own discretion .
According to the Herald , Simeonidis said Ubeda “ laughed it off ” after he was questioned about the mask and Ubeda ’ s union representatives defended him , saying he was simply expressing his First Amendment rights .
Tommy Reyes , president of the bootleg Legion of Doom ...
I mean , the Fraternal Order of Police , said Ubeda did nothing wrong and that “ We would also like to state that the national FOP @ @ @ @ @ @ @ reelection .
”

On Tuesday, a Miami, Fla., police officer was photographed wearing a pro-Trump face mask while voting at the city’s Government Center. Most states restrict campaigning for any candidate within a certain distance from a polling place, and many states extend those restrictions to the wearing of any clothing, buttons or other apparel that promotes a candidate. Now, Florida being Florida, it isn’t illegal to wear a face mask or anything else that shows support for a candidate while voting, but the officer in question did clearly violate department policy and will be facing disciplinary action.
The Miami-Herald reports that Officer Daniel Ubeda was spotted and photographed by the chairman of the Miami-Dade Democratic Party, Steve Simeonidis. Ubeda was wearing a face mask that read “Trump 2020” and “no more bullshit,” which is very much like me wearing a mask that reads, “Snoop 2020” and “no more smoking of the sticky-icky.”
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“Police Officer Daniel Ubeda, in full uniform with badge and gun wearing his Trump mask inside of the polling location in government center,” Simeonidis tweeted. “This is city funded voter intimidation.”
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Simeonidis also claimed Ubeda had committed a crime, citing a state statute prohibiting on and off-duty police officers from using “his or her official authority or influence for the purpose of interfering with an election…” but, according to the Herald, that may not be accurate in this case (even though it damn sure should be).
From the Herald:
And police, whether on duty or not and like the public, are only permitted within 150 feet of a polling site if they are voting. Guns are also not permitted for the general public, concealed or otherwise, though there are exceptions to the statute for police. On Monday, Miami Mayor Francis Suarez and Police Chief Jorge Colina announced they were deploying plain-clothed officers near voting sites after receiving an unusually large amount of emails and messages from voters who they said were worried about violence and intimidation at any of Miami’s four voting sites. Also Monday, an on-duty Hialeah police officer was spotted standing with his arms crossed at the entrance to the JFK Library, the city’s largest voting site. After seeing the photo, an election official said she called staff at the library and the officer had moved on.
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Either way, Udeba violated the policy of the Miami Police Department and the department said as much in a statement released Tuesday.
“We are aware of the photograph being circulated of a Miami Police officer wearing a political mask in uniform,” the statement read. “This behavior is unacceptable, a violation of departmental policy, and is being addressed immediately.”
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As the Washington Post reports, Miami Police Department’s policies state that officers should “avoid all religious and political discussions or arguments” and “shall not interfere with or make use of the influence of their office for political reasons, nor shall they take part in any political activity” while on duty.
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It’s unclear exactly what repercussions Udeba will face, but Miami Mayor Francis Suarez (R) also condemned his actions and said in a tweet that he is “under investigation and disciplinary measures will be taken.”
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Unsurprisingly, some officers tasked with enforcing the law have no problem breaking official rules at their own discretion.
According to the Herald, Simeonidis said Ubeda “laughed it off” after he was questioned about the mask and Ubeda’s union representatives defended him, saying he was simply expressing his First Amendment rights. Tommy Reyes, president of the bootleg Legion of Doom...I mean, the Fraternal Order of Police, said Ubeda did nothing wrong and that “We would also like to state that the national FOP has endorsed President Donald Trump’s reelection.”


theroot--2020-10-21--How a Ticket Snub at Disneyland Factored Into Shonda Rhimes Taking Her Shondaland to Netflix

Thursday nights have been always been the time for peak drama , thanks to Shonda Rhimes ’ TGIT ( Thank God It ’ s Thursday ) primetime TV event featuring the likes of Grey ’ s Anatomy , Scandal and How to Get Away With Murder .
The characters in her stories typically go through some kind of dramatized conflict ( or countless ones ) , leaving audiences intrigued and tuned in every week .
Turns out , Rhimes was experiencing drama of her own .
Despite being a top-earning show creator ( bringing ABC more than $ 2 billion @ @ @ @ @ @ @ mogul still had her share of battles with the network .
“ I felt like I was dying , ” she told The Hollywood Reporter in a recent cover story interview .
“ Like I ’ d been pushing the same ball up the same hill in the exact same way for a really long time.
” It turns out it wasn ’ t just the typically stifling politics that comes with having a show on network television , though .
She knew her breaking point would come , but what it would @ @ @ @ @ @ @ As part of her ABC relationship , Rhimes had been given an all-inclusive pass to Disneyland—and without a partner , she ’ d negotiated a second for her nanny .
But on this day , she needed one for her sister , too , as she ’ d be taking Rhimes ’ teenage daughter while the nanny chaperoned her younger two .
If the passes had been interchangeable , Rhimes would have been happy to give up hers—when would she have time to go to Disneyland , anyway ?
After some unwanted back-and-forth— @ @ @ @ @ @ @ she was told more than once—Rhimes was issued an additional pass .
But when her daughters arrived in Anaheim , only one of the passes worked .
Rhimes lobbed a call to a high-ranking executive at the company .
Surely , he would get this sorted .
Instead , the exec allegedly replied , “ Don ’ t you have enough ?
” I ’ m sorry what ?
!
Oh , whoever that unnamed exec is ... they tried it !
Rhimes knew they tried it indeed , because after that ?
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ demanded that they land her a deal at Netflix or she ’ ll find another team to represent her .
I guess who needs Disneyland when you have your own creative theme park called Shondaland ?
This is the kind of power Rhimes took with her when she decided to sign with Netflix .
Landing a nine-figure overall deal at Netflix in 2017 , Rhimes is currently the highest-paid showrunner in television , something she proudly said out loud at Elle ’ s Women in Hollywood event in 2018 .
While we still @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of the deal ( as it has been noted that the $ 150 million was underreported since her deal includes more backend money than upfront cash ) , Rhimes admits that the huge press tour surrounding Ryan Murphy ’ s $ 300 million deal at Netflix inspired her to “ own [ her ] shit , ” too .
“ Here ’ s the thing : I ’ m a little obsessed with Ryan and how comfortable he is owning his power , ” Rhimes admitted .
“ It ’ s like he @ @ @ @ @ @ @ beautiful children , and he always seems like he ’ s got it all together—and then he did this amazing photoshoot and he owned his shit , and I was like , ‘ Why wouldn ’ t I own my shit ?
Like , why do I feel like it ’ s wrong to do somehow ?
’ ” As for her much-anticipated content over at the popular streaming platform , Rhimes has the upcoming period drama Bridgerton as well as Inventing Anna , which chronicles the life of infamous SoHo scammer Anna @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to ABC for comment regarding the Disneyland matter .

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

Thursday nights have been always been the time for peak drama, thanks to Shonda Rhimes’ TGIT (Thank God It’s Thursday) primetime TV event featuring the likes of Grey’s Anatomy, Scandal and How to Get Away With Murder. The characters in her stories typically go through some kind of dramatized conflict (or countless ones), leaving audiences intrigued and tuned in every week.
Turns out, Rhimes was experiencing drama of her own. Despite being a top-earning show creator (bringing ABC more than $2 billion with her content), the television mogul still had her share of battles with the network.
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“I felt like I was dying,” she told The Hollywood Reporter in a recent cover story interview. “Like I’d been pushing the same ball up the same hill in the exact same way for a really long time.”
It turns out it wasn’t just the typically stifling politics that comes with having a show on network television, though.
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THR further reports:
She knew her breaking point would come, but what it would be she never could have predicted. As part of her ABC relationship, Rhimes had been given an all-inclusive pass to Disneyland—and without a partner, she’d negotiated a second for her nanny. But on this day, she needed one for her sister, too, as she’d be taking Rhimes’ teenage daughter while the nanny chaperoned her younger two. If the passes had been interchangeable, Rhimes would have been happy to give up hers—when would she have time to go to Disneyland, anyway? After some unwanted back-and-forth—”We never do this,” she was told more than once—Rhimes was issued an additional pass. But when her daughters arrived in Anaheim, only one of the passes worked. Rhimes lobbed a call to a high-ranking executive at the company. Surely, he would get this sorted. Instead, the exec allegedly replied, “Don’t you have enough?”
I’m sorry what?! Oh, whoever that unnamed exec is...they tried it! Rhimes knew they tried it indeed, because after that? She rang up her legal team and demanded that they land her a deal at Netflix or she’ll find another team to represent her.
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I guess who needs Disneyland when you have your own creative theme park called Shondaland? This is the kind of power Rhimes took with her when she decided to sign with Netflix.
Landing a nine-figure overall deal at Netflix in 2017, Rhimes is currently the highest-paid showrunner in television, something she proudly said out loud at Elle’s Women in Hollywood event in 2018. While we still don’t know the exact number of the deal (as it has been noted that the $150 million was underreported since her deal includes more backend money than upfront cash), Rhimes admits that the huge press tour surrounding Ryan Murphy’s $300 million deal at Netflix inspired her to “own [her] shit,” too.
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“Here’s the thing: I’m a little obsessed with Ryan and how comfortable he is owning his power,” Rhimes admitted. “It’s like he has this incredibly stylish home, these beautiful children, and he always seems like he’s got it all together—and then he did this amazing photoshoot and he owned his shit, and I was like, ‘Why wouldn’t I own my shit? Like, why do I feel like it’s wrong to do somehow?’”
As for her much-anticipated content over at the popular streaming platform, Rhimes has the upcoming period drama Bridgerton as well as Inventing Anna, which chronicles the life of infamous SoHo scammer Anna Delvey.
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The Root has reached out to ABC for comment regarding the Disneyland matter.


theroot--2020-10-21--The Trump Administration Can’t Find the Parents of 545 Migrant Children They Took at the Border

Because the Trump administration was created to show us exactly what the devil looks like , in 2018 they issued a “ zero-tolerance ” border-crossing policy that separated migrant children at the southern U.S. border from their parents and enslaved them in cages .
Then it turned out that the administration had been separating migrant children from their families since 2017 using a pilot program .
The Trump administration did so with no filing system , no logs , no Microsoft spreadsheet , no notes taken on the back of an envelope like Spades scores .
Nothing .
And now @ @ @ @ @ @ @ how to track down the parents of 545 children , according to a filing Tuesday from the American Civil Liberties Union , NBC News reports .
The policy was later ended by executive order and the 1,000 parents separated from their children under the pilot program had already been deported , yet their children were still in America .
A federal judge in California had to order that the parents be found .
The ACLU and pro-bono lawyers were given the task of finding the taken children ’ s families .
“ It @ @ @ @ @ @ @ as possible about who was responsible for the horrific practice while not losing sight of the fact that hundreds of families have still not been found and remain separated , ” Lee Gelernt , deputy director of the ACLU Immigrants ’ Rights Project told NBC News .
“ There is so much more work to be done to find these families .
“ People ask when we will find all of these families , and sadly , I can ’ t give an answer .
I just don ’ t know , ” @ @ @ @ @ @ @ not stop looking until we have found every one of the families , no matter how long it takes .
The tragic reality is that hundreds of parents were deported to Central America without their children , who remain here with foster families or distant relatives.
” And this happened because the Trump administration is totally fucked up and devoid of a soul .
Also if this were 545 white kids….We already know .
The ACLU and other organizations that are part of a court-appointed “ steering committee ” learned that more than @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on data provided by the Department of Homeland Security .
Of those , the committee has been able to contact the parents of more than 550 children and believes about 25 of them may have a chance to come back to the U.S. for reunification .
Gelernt said some of the families that have been contacted have elected to keep their children in the U.S. with family members or sponsors “ due to fear of what will happen to their child if they return ” to their home countries .
The group Justice @ @ @ @ @ @ @ separated parents in Mexico and Central America .
“ While we have already located many deported parents , there are hundreds more who we are still trying to reach , ” the group said in a statement .
“ It ’ s an arduous and time-consuming process on a good day .
During the pandemic , our team of human rights defenders is taking special measures to protect their own security and safety , as well as that of the parents and their communities.
” I ’ m sorry Trump supporters , I @ @ @ @ @ @ @ four more years of this heartless fuckery over the cries of kidnapped babies .

Because the Trump administration was created to show us exactly what the devil looks like, in 2018 they issued a “zero-tolerance” border-crossing policy that separated migrant children at the southern U.S. border from their parents and enslaved them in cages. Then it turned out that the administration had been separating migrant children from their families since 2017 using a pilot program.
The Trump administration did so with no filing system, no logs, no Microsoft spreadsheet, no notes taken on the back of an envelope like Spades scores. Nothing. And now they have no idea where or even how to track down the parents of 545 children, according to a filing Tuesday from the American Civil Liberties Union, NBC News reports.
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The policy was later ended by executive order and the 1,000 parents separated from their children under the pilot program had already been deported, yet their children were still in America. A federal judge in California had to order that the parents be found. The ACLU and pro-bono lawyers were given the task of finding the taken children’s families.
“It is critical to find out as much as possible about who was responsible for the horrific practice while not losing sight of the fact that hundreds of families have still not been found and remain separated,” Lee Gelernt, deputy director of the ACLU Immigrants’ Rights Project told NBC News. “There is so much more work to be done to find these families.
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“People ask when we will find all of these families, and sadly, I can’t give an answer. I just don’t know,” Gelernt said. “But we will not stop looking until we have found every one of the families, no matter how long it takes. The tragic reality is that hundreds of parents were deported to Central America without their children, who remain here with foster families or distant relatives.”
And this happened because the Trump administration is totally fucked up and devoid of a soul. Also if this were 545 white kids….We already know.
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From NBC News:
The ACLU and other organizations that are part of a court-appointed “steering committee” learned that more than 1,000 families were separated in 2017 based on data provided by the Department of Homeland Security. Of those, the committee has been able to contact the parents of more than 550 children and believes about 25 of them may have a chance to come back to the U.S. for reunification. Gelernt said some of the families that have been contacted have elected to keep their children in the U.S. with family members or sponsors “due to fear of what will happen to their child if they return” to their home countries. The group Justice in Motion is physically searching for the separated parents in Mexico and Central America. “While we have already located many deported parents, there are hundreds more who we are still trying to reach,” the group said in a statement. “It’s an arduous and time-consuming process on a good day. During the pandemic, our team of human rights defenders is taking special measures to protect their own security and safety, as well as that of the parents and their communities.”
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I’m sorry Trump supporters, I couldn’t hear your shouts for four more years of this heartless fuckery over the cries of kidnapped babies.


theroot--2020-10-21--The 10 Best Deals of October 21, 2020

The 10 Best Deals of October 21, 2020

It ’ s October 21 , and we at Kinja Deals are here to bring you the top 10 deals of the day .
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Spruce up your collection of kicks with a virtual trip to Huckberry ’ s sneaker s ale .
And alleviate your Zoom fatigue with a cup of coffee from a Keurig K-Mini Plus s ingle s erve c offee m aker .
If you ’ re still looking to score more deals , take a look at @ @ @ @ @ @ @ COVID-19 is still a threat .
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using the exclusive promo code KINJA30 at MQ Direct .
As we know , real , NIOSH CDC certified and approved N95 masks filter out 95 % of air particles and are the most effective way to block out airborne pathogens .
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This deal was originally published by Ignacia Fulcher .
Animal Crossing : New Horizons is all about vibing out and literally minding your business , so why not hop on a themed Nintendo Switch for $ 299 ?
You ’ ll get the Joy-Cons in those calming colors which just set up a mood of relaxation .
And while you ’ re at it , if you still haven ’ t bought it , Animal Crossing : New Horizons is only $ 50 , $ 10 off its original list @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ?
That weird owl thing is waiting for you .
This deal was originally published by Ignacia Fulcher .
If you ’ ve had your eye on the Beats Solo Pro headphones , today is your lucky day .
The full retail on these babies is $ 300 , but you can get three vibrant color options at Best Buy for only $ 200 .
Of course , the dark blue , light blue , and red options have all hovered a good chunk lower than full retail at around the $ 230 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
But still , this is a bigger discount than normal .
Now is your chance to listen to your music and podcasts in style for a better price— don ’ t miss it !
This deal was originally published by Liz Lanier .
Because of a price drop , you can get your hands on an Anker Roav Jump Starter for a low $ 66 .
It ’ s 12V and can recharge gas engines up to 6.0L and diesel engines up to 4.0L .
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Grab it before it ’ s gone .
This deal was originally published by Ignacia Fulcher .
I ’ m a big fan of these single-serve K-cup machines because I often make too much coffee and waste good grounds .
As a coffee lover , something easy to get me going in the morning is welcome , especially when I ’ m already sleepy the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Keurig K-Mini Plus is just $ 70 , which is a savings of $ 40 off the usual price .
This sleek black color is great if you ’ re trying to match it with other appliances or get it to blend in with whatever is already on your counter .
It ’ s slim so it won ’ t take up much space and it has it ’ s own K-pod storage of up to nine of the little java units .
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This deal was originally published by Sheilah Villari .
When it ’ s time to whip it real good , a Dash stand mixer is a good bet to get the job done .
These colorful mixers give you an old school vibe that can slot into both retro and modern kitchen themes .
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This deal was originally published by Quentyn Kennemer .
You don ’ t have to drop a huge stack of cash to get a decent TV , and you probably shouldn ’ t when there are plenty of affordable options that offer @ @ @ @ @ @ @ if you absolutely must have the latest and greatest specs , and you ’ re lucky enough to not worry too much about money , you can save almost two grand on an 8K TV from LG right now .
This 75 '' 8K TV is 46 % off right now , bringing the price down to $ 2,149 using the promo code ASL250 .
That ’ s still a lot of money for a TV , and unless you absolutely need the best picture quality , you really could find a great @ @ @ @ @ @ @ you must hit that buy button , at least do so while you can save a little bit of money .
This deal was originally published by Jordan McMahon .
Not everyone has the cash to splurge out on a Roomba , but there are affordable alternatives , such as these Roborock vacuums that are up to 44 % off for Amazon ’ s daily Holiday Dash deals .
The biggest discount you ’ ll find is on the Roborock E35 , which has 2000pa and a larger battery than most competitors .
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The Roborock E35 is usually $ 400 , but a 44 % discount drops it to $ 224 .
The cheapest one you can snap up is the Roborock E4 at $ 189 , normally $ 300 , while the top-line Roborock S6 gets a significant 35 % chop down to $ 420 .
Blaze it , brah .
These deals will be gone by the end of the day .
This deal @ @ @ @ @ @ @ New name .
Same great toys .
Now that ’ s squared away I ’ ll have to get used to saying Honey Play Box .
In the meantime , you get 40 % off any vibrator today to celebrate .
Use the code FALL2020 at check out and try something different or replace an old favorite .
Every time I see Honey ’ s classic wand I just marvel at how pretty it is .
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This deal was originally published by Sheilah Villari .
If you ’ ve been staying in most of the last several months , you @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in need of replacing .
I recently replaced an old pair of Allbirds with a pair of Birkenstock Bostons , and reader , I should have done it sooner .
Birkenstocks are expensive , though !
Also , not for everyone .
If you ’ re not into the open-back aesthetic of the Bostons , there ’ s plenty of sneakers on sale at Huckberry right now , with discounts up to 50 % .
If I hadn ’ t spend my semi-annual shoe budget on those Birks , I ’ d probably @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Great , which look sleek enough to fit most outfits without making too much of a statement , and are down from $ 180 to $ 125 .
On the other end of the spectrum are Saucony ’ s Jazz and Golden Era Azura shoes , which will turn a few more heads than the Royales .
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Fair warning : people love a good deal , so stock seems to be going quickly and you may not be able to find your size .
This deal was originally published by Jordan McMahon .

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

Wednesday’s Best Deals | Kinja Deals
It’s October 21, and we at Kinja Deals are here to bring you the top 10 deals of the day. Take a break from the election season chaos with a pair of Beats Solo Pro wireless ANC headphones. Spruce up your collection of kicks with a virtual trip to Huckberry’s sneaker s ale. And alleviate your Zoom fatigue with a cup of coffee from a Keurig K-Mini Plus s ingle s erve c offee m aker.
If you’re still looking to score more deals, take a look at Wednesday’s best deals overall.
#1: Niosh cdc-certified n95 masks
COVID-19 is still a threat. That’s why we hooked y’all up with 30% off newly designed N95 masks (CE Niosh-approved N95s!) using the exclusive promo code KINJA30 at MQ Direct. As we know, real, NIOSH CDC certified and approved N95 masks filter out 95% of air particles and are the most effective way to block out airborne pathogens. You can grab a 10-pack for $35, and a 20-pack for $69! Please stay safe out there—let’s not play politics on a novel coronavirus!
This deal was originally published by Ignacia Fulcher.
#2: Animal Crossing: New Horizons
Animal Crossing: New Horizons is all about vibing out and literally minding your business, so why not hop on a themed Nintendo Switch for $299? You’ll get the Joy-Cons in those calming colors which just set up a mood of relaxation. And while you’re at it, if you still haven’t bought it, Animal Crossing: New Horizons is only $50, $10 off its original list price. What are you waiting for? That weird owl thing is waiting for you.
This deal was originally published by Ignacia Fulcher.
#3: Beats solo pro anc headphones
If you’ve had your eye on the Beats Solo Pro headphones, today is your lucky day. The full retail on these babies is $300, but you can get three vibrant color options at Best Buy for only $200. Of course, the dark blue, light blue, and red options have all hovered a good chunk lower than full retail at around the $230 price mark for the past 30 days. But still, this is a bigger discount than normal.
Now is your chance to listen to your music and podcasts in style for a better price— don’t miss it!
This deal was originally published by Liz Lanier.
#4: anKer roav jump starter
Because of a price drop, you can get your hands on an Anker Roav Jump Starter for a low $66. It’s 12V and can recharge gas engines up to 6.0L and diesel engines up to 4.0L. What are you waiting for? It’ll get you out of a pinch, and when you don’t need to get your car running, you can use it as a charger for your phones and chargers. Grab it before it’s gone.
This deal was originally published by Ignacia Fulcher.
#5: Keurig k-mini plus
I’m a big fan of these single-serve K-cup machines because I often make too much coffee and waste good grounds. As a coffee lover, something easy to get me going in the morning is welcome, especially when I’m already sleepy the easier to operate the better. This Keurig K-Mini Plus is just $70, which is a savings of $40 off the usual price.
This sleek black color is great if you’re trying to match it with other appliances or get it to blend in with whatever is already on your counter. It’s slim so it won’t take up much space and it has it’s own K-pod storage of up to nine of the little java units. You can use any K-pods in this machine as long as they are the same size. Most travel mugs fit snug right up to the drip so if you’re on the move you’ll have fresh hot joe too.
Free two-day shipping for Prime members.
This deal was originally published by Sheilah Villari.
#6: Dash 3.5-quart stand mixer
When it’s time to whip it real good, a Dash stand mixer is a good bet to get the job done. These colorful mixers give you an old school vibe that can slot into both retro and modern kitchen themes. Available in Black, Blue, Green, Orange, and Red, this 3.5-quart unit isn’t the most spacious, but at just $50 ($30 off), it’s hard to ask for much more. You’ll get two beaters, two dough hooks, and a stainless steel mixing bowl to go along with the tilting head unit.
This deal was originally published by Quentyn Kennemer.
#7: LG 75" 8k tV
You don’t have to drop a huge stack of cash to get a decent TV, and you probably shouldn’t when there are plenty of affordable options that offer great picture quality. That said, if you absolutely must have the latest and greatest specs, and you’re lucky enough to not worry too much about money, you can save almost two grand on an 8K TV from LG right now. This 75" 8K TV is 46% off right now, bringing the price down to $2,149 using the promo code ASL250. That’s still a lot of money for a TV, and unless you absolutely need the best picture quality, you really could find a great TV for much less, but if you must hit that buy button, at least do so while you can save a little bit of money.
This deal was originally published by Jordan McMahon.
#8: roborock robot vacuum
Not everyone has the cash to splurge out on a Roomba, but there are affordable alternatives, such as these Roborock vacuums that are up to 44% off for Amazon’s daily Holiday Dash deals. The biggest discount you’ll find is on the Roborock E35, which has 2000pa and a larger battery than most competitors. It’s rated to last up to 2.5 hours, and the dust bin is roomy enough to go that long on a single job. The Roborock E35 is usually $400, but a 44% discount drops it to $224.
The cheapest one you can snap up is the Roborock E4 at $189, normally $300, while the top-line Roborock S6 gets a significant 35% chop down to $420. Blaze it, brah. These deals will be gone by the end of the day.
This deal was originally published by Quentyn Kennemer.
#9: honey play box
New name. Same great toys. Now that’s squared away I’ll have to get used to saying Honey Play Box. In the meantime, you get 40% off any vibrator today to celebrate. Use the code FALL2020 at check out and try something different or replace an old favorite.
Every time I see Honey’s classic wand I just marvel at how pretty it is. It’s gorgeous and powerful like we all dream to be. The sophisticated rose gold color shines just as much as it vibes. With 3 speeds and 7 different patterns the soft head and flexible neck will groove right with...well your grooves. This will definitely be at the top of your list in no time. Play with yourself or a friend in style with this wireless toy. Just promise to clean it before and after.
Free shipping on all orders over $59.
This deal was originally published by Sheilah Villari.
#10: Huckberry shoe sale
If you’ve been staying in most of the last several months, you might not have noticed your shoes were in need of replacing. I recently replaced an old pair of Allbirds with a pair of Birkenstock Bostons, and reader, I should have done it sooner. Birkenstocks are expensive, though! Also, not for everyone. If you’re not into the open-back aesthetic of the Bostons, there’s plenty of sneakers on sale at Huckberry right now, with discounts up to 50%.
If I hadn’t spend my semi-annual shoe budget on those Birks, I’d probably take a look at the Royales from Great, which look sleek enough to fit most outfits without making too much of a statement, and are down from $180 to $125. On the other end of the spectrum are Saucony’s Jazz and Golden Era Azura shoes, which will turn a few more heads than the Royales. The Jazz shoes are down from $80 to $40, and the Azura’s are down from $100 to $50. If you’d rather go for high tops, the Novesta Star Dribble Classics are down from $125 to $60.
Fair warning: people love a good deal, so stock seems to be going quickly and you may not be able to find your size.
This deal was originally published by Jordan McMahon.


theroot--2020-10-21--Congresswomen AOC and Ilhan Omar Stream Among Us, Thankfully Manage to Avoid Being Cringey

On Tuesday , Congresswomen Alexandria Ocasio Cortez and Ilhan Omar went on Twitch to stream the incredibly popular game , Among Us .
According to BBC News , the stream managed to get up to 400,000 concurrent viewers , the third-highest stream to ever be hosted on the site .
The VOD of the stream has already gotten over 4 million views and took life fairly organically , with Rep. Ocasio-Cortez ( D-N.Y. ) tweeting on Monday that she wanted to play the game in an effort to encourage voter participation .
The stream miraculously managed to avoid falling into @ @ @ @ @ @ @ fellow kids ?
” feeling that plagues so many politicians ’ attempts to reach the youth .
She opened the stream with a call to action to get people to vote blue , saying , “ Of course , we are here to vote Blue , that ’ s [ why ] I ’ m here , to let you all know.
” While there were multiple reminders throughout the stream for viewers to vote early , overall it felt like watching a normal-ass stream of Among Us .
For those unaware , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ among YouTubers , Twitch streamers , Millennials , and Gen Z alike .
It ’ s a team-based game where a group of people must complete their tasks on the map , while also trying to avoid being killed by the imposter among you .
Whenever a body is found the group must deduce who the killer is and vote them out .
The game ends when either both imposters have been ejected from the game , or the imposters kill the entire crew .
AOC and Rep. Omar ( D-MN ) were @ @ @ @ @ @ @ streamers and YouTubers , such as Pokimane , Gus Johnson , Hbomberguy , and Hasan the Hun , which helped add to the organic feeling .
Too often events like these feature a bunch of celebrities with no prior connection to gaming , and it always just feels cringe .
As likeable as he is , no one gives a fuck what Trevor Noah thinks about Battlefield .
In contrast , the banter between the congresswomen and the streamers was delightful .
Conversations about politics and healthcare organically came up while they were @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the highlights was hearing AOC discussing healthcare with Hbomberguy and Pokimane , who are from the United Kingdom and Canada , respectively .
Also , just as a fan , it was delightful to see creators like Gus Johnson and Hbomberguy , people I ’ ve been watching for years , on stream together .
In a year full of atrocities and heartbreak , I will gladly embrace this little piece of sunshine .
Will the stream change minds ?
Probably not .
Should more politicians try this ?
Definitely not .
As @ @ @ @ @ @ @ you could do a lot worse .
Young voters are typically hard to reach .
So , if this manages to get even just a few more Gen Z and Millennial voters to consider making a trip to the ballot box , I think that would make this effort a success .

On Tuesday, Congresswomen Alexandria Ocasio Cortez and Ilhan Omar went on Twitch to stream the incredibly popular game, Among Us.
According to BBC News, the stream managed to get up to 400,000 concurrent viewers, the third-highest stream to ever be hosted on the site. The VOD of the stream has already gotten over 4 million views and took life fairly organically, with Rep. Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.) tweeting on Monday that she wanted to play the game in an effort to encourage voter participation.
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The stream miraculously managed to avoid falling into the “how do you do, fellow kids?” feeling that plagues so many politicians’ attempts to reach the youth.
Exhibit A: Joe Biden’s battle rap ad.
She opened the stream with a call to action to get people to vote blue, saying, “Of course, we are here to vote Blue, that’s [why] I’m here, to let you all know.” While there were multiple reminders throughout the stream for viewers to vote early, overall it felt like watching a normal-ass stream of Among Us.
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For those unaware, Among Us is a highly popular game among YouTubers, Twitch streamers, Millennials, and Gen Z alike. It’s a team-based game where a group of people must complete their tasks on the map, while also trying to avoid being killed by the imposter among you. Whenever a body is found the group must deduce who the killer is and vote them out. The game ends when either both imposters have been ejected from the game, or the imposters kill the entire crew.
AOC and Rep. Omar (D-MN) were joined by a group of various Twitch streamers and YouTubers, such as Pokimane, Gus Johnson, Hbomberguy, and Hasan the Hun, which helped add to the organic feeling.
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Too often events like these feature a bunch of celebrities with no prior connection to gaming, and it always just feels cringe. As likeable as he is, no one gives a fuck what Trevor Noah thinks about Battlefield.
In contrast, the banter between the congresswomen and the streamers was delightful. Conversations about politics and healthcare organically came up while they were chatting throughout the game. One of the highlights was hearing AOC discussing healthcare with Hbomberguy and Pokimane, who are from the United Kingdom and Canada, respectively.
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Also, just as a fan, it was delightful to see creators like Gus Johnson and Hbomberguy, people I’ve been watching for years, on stream together. In a year full of atrocities and heartbreak, I will gladly embrace this little piece of sunshine.
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Will the stream change minds? Probably not.
Should more politicians try this? Definitely not.
As a voter outreach effort, though, you could do a lot worse. Young voters are typically hard to reach. So, if this manages to get even just a few more Gen Z and Millennial voters to consider making a trip to the ballot box, I think that would make this effort a success.


theroot--2020-10-21--Rudy Giuliani Caught With Hand in His Pants in New Borat Movie

President Trump ’ s personal lawyer Rudy Giuliani is continuing his lifelong reputation of being dried-up elephant hawk-spit after he was caught on film reaching into his pants and touching his genitals while lying on a bed with a woman he believed was a journalist but was actually an actor in Borat ’ s new movie , Borat Subsequent Moviefilm .
Borat , Kazakhstan ’ s favorite uncoverer of perverted evildoers and conservatives—who are most times the same people—filmed the former New York mayor in a compromising situation with a young woman posing as a TV journalist .
Following an @ @ @ @ @ @ @ program , the pair retreat at her suggestion for a drink to the bedroom of a hotel suite , which is rigged with concealed cameras .
After she removes his microphone , Giuliani , 76 , can be seen lying back on the bed , fiddling with his untucked shirt and reaching into his trousers .
They are then interrupted by Borat who runs in and says : “ She ’ s 15 .
She ’ s too old for you.
” Representatives for Giuliani obviously didn ’ t return the Guardian ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ notes that the story began brewing around July 7 when Giuliani called the police to report that an unusually-dressed man burst into the hotel room .
“ This guy comes running in , wearing a crazy , what I would say was a pink transgender outfit , ” Giuliani told the New York Post .
“ It was a pink bikini , with lace , underneath a translucent mesh top , it looked absurd .
He had the beard , bare legs , and wasn ’ t what I would call distractingly attractive @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and screaming , and I thought this must be a scam or a shakedown , so I reported it to the police .
He then ran away , ” Giuliani said .
The police didn ’ t find any evidence of a crime .
Giuliani continued : “ I only later realized it must have been Sacha Baron Cohen .
I thought about all the people he previously fooled and I felt good about myself because he didn ’ t get me.
” For those who aren ’ t familiar , Baron Cohen @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Borat 2 , Maria Bakalova plays Borat ’ s underage daughter , Tutar .
Bakalova is actually 24 .
Giuliani doesn ’ t seem to be too put off with his interviewer or her age as he reportedly drinks scotch and appears “ flattered and flirtatious , ” and doesn ’ t socially distance—and this was all before he put his hand in his pants .
I ’ m not sure what movie Giuliani is watching but all of this sounds gross AF and clearly , his ass was got .
Also , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ but the 76-year-old Giuliani is nasty and gross and has bottom teeth that look like cracked hard butter .
Borat Subsequent Moviefilm comes out this Friday on Amazon Prime .

President Trump’s personal lawyer Rudy Giuliani is continuing his lifelong reputation of being dried-up elephant hawk-spit after he was caught on film reaching into his pants and touching his genitals while lying on a bed with a woman he believed was a journalist but was actually an actor in Borat’s new movie, Borat Subsequent Moviefilm.
Borat, Kazakhstan’s favorite uncoverer of perverted evildoers and conservatives—who are most times the same people—filmed the former New York mayor in a compromising situation with a young woman posing as a TV journalist.
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From the Guardian:
Following an obsequious interview for a fake conservative news program, the pair retreat at her suggestion for a drink to the bedroom of a hotel suite, which is rigged with concealed cameras. After she removes his microphone, Giuliani, 76, can be seen lying back on the bed, fiddling with his untucked shirt and reaching into his trousers. They are then interrupted by Borat who runs in and says: “She’s 15. She’s too old for you.”
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Representatives for Giuliani obviously didn’t return the Guardian’s request for comment.
The newspaper notes that the story began brewing around July 7 when Giuliani called the police to report that an unusually-dressed man burst into the hotel room.
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“This guy comes running in, wearing a crazy, what I would say was a pink transgender outfit,” Giuliani told the New York Post. “It was a pink bikini, with lace, underneath a translucent mesh top, it looked absurd. He had the beard, bare legs, and wasn’t what I would call distractingly attractive.
“This person comes in yelling and screaming, and I thought this must be a scam or a shakedown, so I reported it to the police. He then ran away,” Giuliani said. The police didn’t find any evidence of a crime.
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Giuliani continued: “I only later realized it must have been Sacha Baron Cohen. I thought about all the people he previously fooled and I felt good about myself because he didn’t get me.”
Ummmmm...ok.
For those who aren’t familiar, Baron Cohen plays reporter Borat Sagdiyev, and in Borat 2, Maria Bakalova plays Borat’s underage daughter, Tutar. Bakalova is actually 24.
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Giuliani doesn’t seem to be too put off with his interviewer or her age as he reportedly drinks scotch and appears “flattered and flirtatious,” and doesn’t socially distance—and this was all before he put his hand in his pants.
I’m not sure what movie Giuliani is watching but all of this sounds gross AF and clearly, his ass was got. Also, and this probably goes without saying, but the 76-year-old Giuliani is nasty and gross and has bottom teeth that look like cracked hard butter.
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Borat Subsequent Moviefilm comes out this Friday on Amazon Prime.


theroot--2020-10-21--Sole Food: The Black-on-Black Footwear Collab Between Pyer Moss and Brother Vellies Makes Its Debut

In the lexicon of “ boy-meets-girl ” romances , there is one love rarely explored : our love of shoes ( foot fetishes notwithstanding ) .
We also love nothing more than a Black fashion moment , so the long-awaited release of the collaboration between two of our favorite labels—Brother Vellies and Pyer Moss—which walked the runway during Pyer Moss ’ epic presentation at Brooklyn ’ s Kings Theatre in September 2019 is the pick-me-up we so desperately need in a very dark year .
Granted , it ’ s been over a year since we first caught a glimpse @ @ @ @ @ @ @ was once again piqued when Zendaya appeared in the September 2020 cover story for InStyle , stalking across a rooftop in a tunic and matching boots printed with vibrant artwork by recently exonerated artist Richard Phillips .
Per Pyer Moss , “ the styles pay homage to the creativity , strength , and attitude of the Godmother of Rock-n-Roll , Sister Rosetta Tharpe ” —giving new meaning to the phrase “ paint it Black.
” Those boots are the hero piece of a collection which includes color-blocked , winged stilettos , tidy , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ booties emblazoned with the Pyer Moss logo ( to let ‘ em know who got you on the good foot ) .
And while we ’ d never recommend reckless spending ( who are we kidding—pandemic retail therapy is real ) should you have the discretionary budget ( or just feel inclined to treat yourself , which , given the year we ’ ve had thus far , no judgments ) , the Brother Vellies by Pyer Moss will be available on Saturday , Oct. 24 at 12 pm ET .

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

In the lexicon of “boy-meets-girl” romances, there is one love rarely explored: our love of shoes (foot fetishes notwithstanding). We also love nothing more than a Black fashion moment, so the long-awaited release of the collaboration between two of our favorite labels—Brother Vellies and Pyer Moss—which walked the runway during Pyer Moss’ epic presentation at Brooklyn’s Kings Theatre in September 2019 is the pick-me-up we so desperately need in a very dark year.
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Granted, it’s been over a year since we first caught a glimpse of this collaboration. But our interest was once again piqued when Zendaya appeared in the September 2020 cover story for InStyle, stalking across a rooftop in a tunic and matching boots printed with vibrant artwork by recently exonerated artist Richard Phillips. Per Pyer Moss, “the styles pay homage to the creativity, strength, and attitude of the Godmother of Rock-n-Roll, Sister Rosetta Tharpe”—giving new meaning to the phrase “paint it Black.”
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Those boots are the hero piece of a collection which includes color-blocked, winged stilettos, tidy, rock-and-roll-ready Chelsea boots, and high-heeled sock booties emblazoned with the Pyer Moss logo (to let ‘em know who got you on the good foot). And while we’d never recommend reckless spending (who are we kidding—pandemic retail therapy is real) should you have the discretionary budget (or just feel inclined to treat yourself, which, given the year we’ve had thus far, no judgments), the Brother Vellies by Pyer Moss will be available on Saturday, Oct. 24 at 12 pm ET.
Updated: Thursday, October 22 at 4:20 p.m., ET: “Your F riends in New York”—also known as Pyer Moss—reached out to give us a little more intel on its collaboration with Brother Vellies , which they suggest i s just the first of what we hope are many more to come, and will debut on both sites on Saturday at noon . They also graced us with photos of the entire collection, which you can see in our slideshow below.
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From the label:
The men’s and women’s footwear collections are part of Pyer Moss Collection 3 which debuted during Pyer Moss’ iconic King s Theater runway show. The Collection 3 apparel, released earlier this month, is the culmination of “American, Also.” a three-part series created to tell the often-untold stories of Black peoples’ contributions to popular American culture. C ollection 3 celebrates Sister Rosetta Tharpe, the Black woman who invented Rock ‘N’ Roll. Several of the Collection 3 pieces, including the Brother Vellies by Pyer Moss women’s boot, infuses artwork by recently exonerated artist Richard Phillips. The custom artwork commemorates Tharpe’s immeasurable contributions to music .
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“I am proud of what my friend Aurora and I created,” said Jean-Raymond in a statement . “Collection 3 was partly inspired by Sister Rosetta Tharpe and other Black women in music so honoring their contributions by collaborating with Brother Vellies felt like home.”


theroot--2020-10-21--Expect the Washington Football Team to Remain the Washington Football Team for the Foreseeable Futur

Expect the Washington Football Team to Remain the Washington Football Team for the Foreseeable Future

In July , the team formerly known as the Washington Racial Slurs bid adieu to their racist-ass name after 87 years .
It wasn ’ t by choice , however , as team owner Daniel Snyder went out kicking and screaming for years until corporate sponsors FedEx , PepsiCo , Nike and Bank of America finally forced his hand .
In the time since the team has endured scandal after scandal after scandal .
And as Washington stumbles through yet another lackluster season marred by poor play and a completely unnecessary quarterback controversy , its identity crisis isn ’ t @ @ @ @ @ @ @ but in the team ’ s name .
Somehow weeks into the season , the Washington Football Team is still the Washington Football Team .
And while the rest of the universe deviates between rolling their eyes and pointing and laughing in disgust at Washington ’ s goofy-ass name , newly-hired team president Jason Wright—who ’ s been given the impossible task of attempting to restore order within an organization that ’ s never had any—admits it could be a while before Washington settles on a new name .
“ There ’ s @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the Washington Football Team next season , ” Wright told local TV station WJLA on Tuesday .
“ I think next year is fast because of how the brand has to come together through uniforms , through approval processes through the league .
We could get there quicker , it ’ s actually pretty hard to get there that quickly because of all the steps that need to happen.
” Would now be a bad time to point out that this wouldn ’ t even be an issue had Washington not picked a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ?
I would offer some suggestions , but I ’ m not in the business of helping racists , or people who exhibit racially insensitive behavior , clean up their own messes .
Y ’ all are on your own on this one .
But if you ’ re gon na be the worst team in the league , I suppose it ’ s only fitting that you have the worst name too .
Just do us all a favor and beat the Cowboys on Sunday .
Thanks in advance .

In July, the team formerly known as the Washington Racial Slurs bid adieu to their racist-ass name after 87 years.
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It wasn’t by choice, however, as team owner Daniel Snyder went out kicking and screaming for years until corporate sponsors FedEx, PepsiCo, Nike and Bank of America finally forced his hand.
In the time since the team has endured scandal after scandal after scandal. And as Washington stumbles through yet another lackluster season marred by poor play and a completely unnecessary quarterback controversy, its identity crisis isn’t only being reflected on the field, but in the team’s name.
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Somehow weeks into the season, the Washington Football Team is still the Washington Football Team. And while the rest of the universe deviates between rolling their eyes and pointing and laughing in disgust at Washington’s goofy-ass name, newly-hired team president Jason Wright—who’s been given the impossible task of attempting to restore order within an organization that’s never had any—admits it could be a while before Washington settles on a new name.
“There’s a pretty good chance we will be the Washington Football Team next season,” Wright told local TV station WJLA on Tuesday. “I think next year is fast because of how the brand has to come together through uniforms, through approval processes through the league. We could get there quicker, it’s actually pretty hard to get there that quickly because of all the steps that need to happen.”
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Would now be a bad time to point out that this wouldn’t even be an issue had Washington not picked a racist-ass name in the first fucking place? I would offer some suggestions, but I’m not in the business of helping racists, or people who exhibit racially insensitive behavior, clean up their own messes.
Y’all are on your own on this one.
But if you’re gonna be the worst team in the league, I suppose it’s only fitting that you have the worst name too.
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Just do us all a favor and beat the Cowboys on Sunday. Thanks in advance.