theroot--2020-06-02--‘She’s Playing the Black Card’: NYC Karen Repeatedly Calls Police on Black Woman for...Sitting in a

‘She’s Playing the Black Card’: NYC Karen Repeatedly Calls Police on Black Woman for...Sitting in a Public Park

A week ago , Amy Cooper , a.k.a .
“ Central Park Karen , ” went viral for all the wrong reasons after she called the police on a black man , claiming he was threatening her life while video footage showed she was in no danger .
Cooper lost her job and her dog following the incident , which has served as a cautionary tale to white women everywhere , teaching them , once and for all , that it is not OK to use the police as your personal black people exterminator ... Nah , just kidding ; @ @ @ @ @ @ @ exact same thing in another New York City park on Friday .
Complex reports that Karen the Sequel , who has been identified as Svitlana Flom , was caught on camera repeatedly calling the police on a black woman seemingly for minding her own damn business while sitting on a bench in a public space on the city ’ s Upper West Side .
The black woman , whose Instagram handle is @ _brownsugarbaby , recorded the incident and uploaded a series of short videos of Flom making multiple calls to the police @ @ @ @ @ @ @ about being attacked .
“ From 6:15pm - 7:31pm this woman , Svitlana Flom , [ and she ] felt the need to not only approach me but call the cops MULTIPLE TIMES ON ME !
!
” the caption on the Instagram post reads .
“ She was too ‘ Alarmed ’ that I was sitting ‘ comfortably ’ in ‘ her neighborhood !
’ The first call was because she THOUGHT I was smoking in public ... but by the 3rd call , it was bcuz I was ‘ threatening her @ @ @ @ @ @ @ In the first video , Flom can be heard telling the police , “ She ’ s playing the black card , she ’ s filming me.
” In another video , the black woman points her camera to a nearby building and says to Flom , “ that ’ s my building .
This is my neighborhood .
I have the right to be here.
” The woman said that on Flom ’ s third call to the police , she claimed she and her children are being threatened—even though most of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ her children .
According to Complex , the police eventually arrived but saw there was nothing pressing going on and declined to take any action .
In one video , Flom can be heard asking the woman to come with her to meet the officers , to which the woman responds , “ If Bozo was a person , it would be you.
” People on Twitter , of course , had a field day putting Karen 2.0 on full blast .
Some pointed out that Flom couldn ’ t possibly be worried @ @ @ @ @ @ @ since she keeps walking away from them to call the police on the black woman for menacingly ... well ... sitting in places .
Obviously , comparisons to Amy Cooper were made .
When will these white women learn the value of walking away and minding their own business ?
It would make their lives so much easier now that camera phones and social media have given black people a way to fight back .

A week ago, Amy Cooper, a.k.a. “ Central Park Karen,” went viral for all the wrong reasons after she called the police on a black man, claiming he was threatening her life while video footage showed she was in no danger. Cooper lost her job and her dog following the incident, which has served as a cautionary tale to white women everywhere, teaching them, once and for all, that it is not OK to use the police as your personal black people exterminator...
Nah, just kidding; another white woman did pretty much the exact same thing in another New York City park on Friday.
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Complex reports that Karen the Sequel, who has been identified as Svitlana Flom, was caught on camera repeatedly calling the police on a black woman seemingly for minding her own damn business while sitting on a bench in a public space on the city’s Upper West Side. The black woman, whose Instagram handle is @_brownsugarbaby, recorded the incident and uploaded a series of short videos of Flom making multiple calls to the police and faking distress while telling vague stories about being attacked.
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“From 6:15pm - 7:31pm this woman, Svitlana Flom, [and she] felt the need to not only approach me but call the cops MULTIPLE TIMES ON ME!!” the caption on the Instagram post reads. “She was too ‘Alarmed’ that I was sitting ‘comfortably’ in ‘her neighborhood!’ The first call was because she THOUGHT I was smoking in public...but by the 3rd call, it was bcuz I was ‘threatening her & her children !!’”
In the first video, Flom can be heard telling the police, “She’s playing the black card, she’s filming me.” In another video, the black woman points her camera to a nearby building and says to Flom, “that’s my building. This is my neighborhood. I have the right to be here.”
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The woman said that on Flom’s third call to the police, she claimed she and her children are being threatened—even though most of the footage shows Flom is nowhere near her children.
According to Complex, the police eventually arrived but saw there was nothing pressing going on and declined to take any action. In one video, Flom can be heard asking the woman to come with her to meet the officers, to which the woman responds, “If Bozo was a person, it would be you.”
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People on Twitter, of course, had a field day putting Karen 2.0 on full blast.
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Some pointed out that Flom couldn’t possibly be worried about the well being of her children since she keeps walking away from them to call the police on the black woman for menacingly...well...sitting in places.
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Obviously, comparisons to Amy Cooper were made.
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When will these white women learn the value of walking away and minding their own business? It would make their lives so much easier now that camera phones and social media have given black people a way to fight back.


theroot--2020-06-02--To Sleep With Anger: Even as America Reckons With Its Racism, Black Pain Remains for Sale

He hadn ’ t even been dead a week .
George Floyd , crushed under the weight of a Minneapolis police officer , hadn ’ t even been dead a week before at least one retailer found a way to profit from the pain coursing through America as cities literally burned with a rage simmering for 400 years .
Not that there ’ s ever a good time to exploit someone ’ s death—let alone a racially charged one .
But it ’ s 2020 , and aside from life-threatening pandemics and life-threatening encounters with our police forces , black @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of what The Root ’ s Managing Editor Genetta Adams concisely termed “ blood-sucking , exploitive assholes.
” No doubt , there are any number of George Floyd-themed ( or Ahmaud Arbery-themed , or Breonna Taylor-themed , or maybe even Tony McDade-themed ) pieces of merchandise currently for sale as people don protest-appropriate gear across the country—though sadly , this isn ’ t the first time “ I Can ’ t Breathe ” has made it onto a T-shirt .
But the Today Shopping ’ s Company , which bills itself as “ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ loves to create creative things to help your life easier , ” has taken exploitation to an unfathomable new low .
Its site , which , among other things , sells dog accessories and jigsaw puzzles , appears to also be selling a bedding set— $ 59.99 for a twin three-piece to $ 99.99 for a king four-piece—featuring the face of a black man who is almost certainly supposed to represent a masked ( or muzzled ? )
George Floyd .
In the illustrated image , Floyd stares through a “ rip ” @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Superman-like hands , the words “ I Can ’ t Breathe ” both scrawled beneath his visage in graffiti-like font , and superimposed across the background .
No artist is listed , so we don ’ t know whether this is someone ’ s ill-conceived idea of an artistic tribute or a passive-aggressive yet sinister plot manifested in poly fiberfill , but seriously : What kind of fuckery is this—and how have over 35 been purchased in the past 42 hours ?
Who thought , “ This ’ ll be a cool design @ @ @ @ @ @ @ These will sell like hotcakes !
” What monsters must live under your bed to make you want to sleep under this triggering-ass comforter every night ?
Or maybe the better question is : What kind of monster do you have to be to buy this ?
Off the top of my head , I can think of at least a dozen better ways to honor George Floyd than referencing his terrifying final moments for posterity and bedroom decor .
But since somebody approved mass production of this mess , it ’ s @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Company boasts that “ We never stop thinking of making something new daily , ” on its “ About Us ” page .
The words float above what is likely a stock photo of a white family with their arms about each other , backs to the screen .
It ’ s also worth noting that despite exploiting Floyd ’ s image , no mention is made of proceeds being donated to racial justice organizations or to Floyd ’ s family .
“ This is how we live and how we work , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ we could say this is the most egregious transgression upon the memory of a slain black person that we ’ ve seen as of late .
But no , that dubious honor belongs to whoever thought themselves clever when they purchased the domain name “ BreonnaTaylor.com ” and linked it to the Louisville Metro Police Foundation ; a move that even the charity itself disavowed , stating that it “ did not and would NEVER show this disrespect.
” As I write this , Black Twitter is going awf on strategist Karen Civil @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of provocative fashion choices , including a T-shirt implicating Derek Chauvin , the now-charged former officer who knelt on Floyd ’ s neck .
( Hey , she made you look . )
But while virtual draggings are admittedly perversely entertaining to watch , perhaps the bigger enemy might be incorporated and profiting from black deaths and our collective pain , one sweatshop at a time .
Because when it ’ s not open season on black lives , it ’ s clearly still an open market ; our trauma lining the pockets @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , just as easily as our bodies once did .
We ’ ve reached out to Today Shopping ’ s Company and will update this post pending a response .
Looking for ways to advocate for black lives ?
Check out this list of resources by our sister site Lifehacker for ways to get involved .

He hadn’t even been dead a week. George Floyd, crushed under the weight of a Minneapolis police officer, hadn’t even been dead a week before at least one retailer found a way to profit from the pain coursing through America as cities literally burned with a rage simmering for 400 years.
Not that there’s ever a good time to exploit someone’s death—let alone a racially charged one.
But it’s 2020, and aside from life-threatening pandemics and life-threatening encounters with our police forces, black people are apparently also at the mercy of what The Root’s Managing Editor Genetta Adams concisely termed “blood-sucking, exploitive assholes.” No doubt, there are any number of George Floyd-themed (or Ahmaud Arbery-themed, or Breonna Taylor-themed, or maybe even Tony McDade-themed) pieces of merchandise currently for sale as people don protest-appropriate gear across the country—though sadly, this isn’t the first time “I Can’t Breathe” has made it onto a T-shirt.
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But the Today Shopping’s Company, which bills itself as “a passionated [sic] company who loves to create creative things to help your life easier,” has taken exploitation to an unfathomable new low. Its site, which, among other things, sells dog accessories and jigsaw puzzles, appears to also be selling a bedding set—$59.99 for a twin three-piece to $99.99 for a king four-piece—featuring the face of a black man who is almost certainly supposed to represent a masked (or muzzled?) George Floyd.
In the illustrated image, Floyd stares through a “rip” pulled through by (Caucasian-toned?) Superman-like hands, the words “I Can’t Breathe” both scrawled beneath his visage in graffiti-like font, and superimposed across the background. No artist is listed, so we don’t know whether this is someone’s ill-conceived idea of an artistic tribute or a passive-aggressive yet sinister plot manifested in poly fiberfill, but seriously: What kind of fuckery is this—and how have over 35 been purchased in the past 42 hours? Who thought, “This’ll be a cool design!” And who predicted, “These will sell like hotcakes!” What monsters must live under your bed to make you want to sleep under this triggering-ass comforter every night? Or maybe the better question is: What kind of monster do you have to be to buy this?
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Off the top of my head, I can think of at least a dozen better ways to honor George Floyd than referencing his terrifying final moments for posterity and bedroom decor. But since somebody approved mass production of this mess, it’s worth noting that Today Shopping’s Company boasts that “We never stop thinking of making something new daily,” on its “About Us” page. The words float above what is likely a stock photo of a white family with their arms about each other, backs to the screen. It’s also worth noting that despite exploiting Floyd’s image, no mention is made of proceeds being donated to racial justice organizations or to Floyd’s family.
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“This is how we live and how we work,” says the page.
Duly noted.
We wish we could say this is the most egregious transgression upon the memory of a slain black person that we’ve seen as of late. But no, that dubious honor belongs to whoever thought themselves clever when they purchased the domain name “BreonnaTaylor.com” and linked it to the Louisville Metro Police Foundation; a move that even the charity itself disavowed, stating that it “did not and would NEVER show this disrespect.”
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And yet.
As I write this, Black Twitter is going awf on strategist Karen Civil, due to an ill-advised photo full of provocative fashion choices, including a T-shirt implicating Derek Chauvin, the now-charged former officer who knelt on Floyd’s neck. (Hey, she made you look.) But while virtual draggings are admittedly perversely entertaining to watch, perhaps the bigger enemy might be incorporated and profiting from black deaths and our collective pain, one sweatshop at a time . Because when it’s not open season on black lives, it’s clearly still an open market; our trauma lining the pockets of the capitalism this country thrives on, just as easily as our bodies once did.
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We’ve reached out to Today Shopping’s Company and will update this post pending a response. Looking for ways to advocate for black lives? Check out this list of resources by our sister site Lifehacker for ways to get involved.


theroot--2020-06-02--Inspired by George Floyd's Death, Former NFL Exec Comes Clean: Colin Kaepernick Was 'Bad for Busines

Inspired by George Floyd's Death, Former NFL Exec Comes Clean: Colin Kaepernick Was 'Bad for Business'

Contrary to whatever drivel the NFL and its legion of bigoted owners have tried to hide behind , we ’ re acutely aware that Colin Kaepernick was exiled from the NFL for protesting police brutality .
And now , three removed from Kap ’ s showdown with the league , a former NFL executive is admitting what we already knew : that yes , Kap was blackballed for opening his black-ass mouth about black-ass issues in Trump ’ s America .
In an op-ed published on CNN , Joe Lockhart , the former executive vice president of communications and government @ @ @ @ @ @ @ tea on the interworkings of Kap ’ s exile .
He maintains that NFL commissioner Roger Goodell and other league execs attempted to persuade owners to sign Kap to no avail .
He also stated that Kap ’ s decision to protest the national anthem drew minimal backlash until President Punk Ass stoked the flames .
The [ 2017 ] season started with very productive dialogue and work proceeding between the players and the league .
That all changed on a Friday night in Alabama at a rally for Republican Senate candidate Luther @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for kneeling players to be fired .
NFL owners should respond to those players “ taking a knee ” ( who were overwhelmingly black ) by saying “ Get that son of a bitch off the field right now , he ’ s fired !
” he told the crowd .
That one rally changed everything .
Although Kaepernick had not been signed in the off season , players ’ protests to that point were primarily off the field — not during the anthem or on the field during games .
But starting @ @ @ @ @ @ @ were now kneeling and a full-blown battle with the President was drawn .
Lockhart then goes on to explain how having Kap in the league would negatively impact its bottom line and noted how one owner was interested in signing him but projected his team would lose roughly 20 percent of its season ticket holders .
That was a business risk no team was willing to take , whether the owner was a Trump supporter or a bleeding-heart liberal ( yes , those do exist ) .
As bad of an image problem @ @ @ @ @ @ @ game , no owner was willing to put the business at risk over this issue .
It ’ s difficult to appreciate Lockhart calling a thing a thing considering it ’ s very likely that he would ’ ve never come forward had George Floyd not lost his life at the hands of Minneapolis police officers—the very same thing Kap was exiled for raising awareness about .
It ’ s also telling that Lockhart lays claim to being “ righteous ” for “ making progress , ” but after being on the opposite @ @ @ @ @ @ @ who is he to identify what qualifies as progress ?
In response to Lockhart ’ s column , NFL spokesman Brian McCarthy offered the following statement : “ Colin is a free agent .
Clubs may sign him if they choose to do so.
” So much for progress .

Black people aren’t stupid.
Contrary to whatever drivel the NFL and its legion of bigoted owners have tried to hide behind, we’re acutely aware that Colin Kaepernick was exiled from the NFL for protesting police brutality. And now, three removed from Kap’s showdown with the league, a former NFL executive is admitting what we already knew: that yes, Kap was blackballed for opening his black-ass mouth about black-ass issues in Trump’s America.
In an op-ed published on CNN, Joe Lockhart, the former executive vice president of communications and government affairs for the NFL, spilled the tea on the interworkings of Kap’s exile. He maintains that NFL commissioner Roger Goodell and other league execs attempted to persuade owners to sign Kap to no avail. He also stated that Kap’s decision to protest the national anthem drew minimal backlash until President Punk Ass stoked the flames.
The [2017] season started with very productive dialogue and work proceeding between the players and the league. That all changed on a Friday night in Alabama at a rally for Republican Senate candidate Luther Strange, where President Donald Trump called for kneeling players to be fired. NFL owners should respond to those players “taking a knee” (who were overwhelmingly black) by saying “Get that son of a bitch off the field right now, he’s fired!” he told the crowd. That one rally changed everything. Although Kaepernick had not been signed in the off season, players’ protests to that point were primarily off the field — not during the anthem or on the field during games. But starting the following Sunday, hundreds of players were now kneeling and a full-blown battle with the President was drawn.
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Lockhart then goes on to explain how having Kap in the league would negatively impact its bottom line and noted how one owner was interested in signing him but projected his team would lose roughly 20 percent of its season ticket holders.
That was a business risk no team was willing to take, whether the owner was a Trump supporter or a bleeding-heart liberal (yes, those do exist). As bad of an image problem it presented for the league and the game, no owner was willing to put the business at risk over this issue.
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It’s difficult to appreciate Lockhart calling a thing a thing considering it’s very likely that he would’ve never come forward had George Floyd not lost his life at the hands of Minneapolis police officers—the very same thing Kap was exiled for raising awareness about. It’s also telling that Lockhart lays claim to being “righteous” for “making progress,” but after being on the opposite side of 400 years of suffering, who is he to identify what qualifies as progress?
In response to Lockhart’s column, NFL spokesman Brian McCarthy offered the following statement: “Colin is a free agent. Clubs may sign him if they choose to do so.”
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So much for progress.


theroot--2020-06-02--Oh, We Holding Up Bibles? Nancy Pelosi Holds the Good Book While Asking Trump to Become Healer-in-Ch

Oh, We Holding Up Bibles? Nancy Pelosi Holds the Good Book While Asking Trump to Become Healer-in-Chief

Not like this , Nancy Pelosi .
Please , not like this .
On Tuesday , House Speaker Nancy Pelosi ( D-Calif. ) , whose part-time job has been owning Trump , held a Bible while calling for Trump to stop the hate-speak and the combative tone he ’ s had since national protests calling for an end to police violence against black and brown people erupted last week .
During the great Bible-off of 2020 , Pelosi clutched a Bible while asking that the president “ reach across the divides of race , party , region and religion to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ would hope that the president of the United States would follow the lead of so many other presidents before him to be a healer-in-chief and not a fanner of the flame , ” she said , the Hill reports .
The appearance of a Bible was no accident .
On Monday evening , just before a curfew took hold in Washington , Trump had strolled just north of the White House to the boarded up St. John ’ s Episcopal Church — a target of arsonists the night before — where he held @ @ @ @ @ @ @ away .
“ It ’ s a Bible , ” he said in short remarks .
“ We have a great country .
That ’ s my thoughts .
The greatest country in the world.
” Trump ’ s photo-op has prompted plenty of scrutiny , particularly from Democrats already up in arms over his threat — made moments before from the Rose Garden — to deploy the military to douse the violent protests that have raged across the country in response to the death of George Floyd at the hands of Minneapolis @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ s Bible-holding moment wouldn ’ t have been so cringey if the police hadn ’ t used tear gas and flash-bang grenades to remove peaceful protesters gathered around the White House .
The president claimed that he ’ s an ally of peaceful protesters , then didn ’ t stop Attorney General William Barr , aka Evil John Goodman , from having them forcefully removed from the White House without seeing the irony in it at all .
On Monday night , “ Pelosi , joined by Senate Minority Leader Charles Schumer @ @ @ @ @ @ @ statement Monday night condemning the attacks as ‘ cowardly , weak and dangerous.
’ ” By Tuesday morning , it seemed as if Pelosi had lost a bit of her anger ; maybe it was the Bible , maybe it was her morning cup of Sanka , but whatever it was , Pelosi was now calling the peaceful protesters ’ removal “ a most unfortunate situation ” and then referenced passages from Ecclesiastes .
“ Peaceful demonstrators ... in front of the White House were beaten — some people came out and beat @ @ @ @ @ @ @ so the president could come out and go forward .
What is that ?
” she asked .
“ That has no place , and it ’ s time for us to do away with that ; a time to heal.
” Pelosi then pointed to past presidents who ’ d dealt with difficult situations during their time in office including , “ former President George H.W .
Bush , who urged unity following the Rodney King beating in 1991 , and former President Obama , who called for healing following the death @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in New York in 2014 , ” the Hill notes .
“ It is incumbent upon all of us as Americans — regardless of race , religion , region , faith — that we recognize that this is an American problem , and not just a black problem or a brown problem or a Native American problem , ” Pelosi said .
“ This is an American problem.
” But Nancy has to know when her voice is needed and when it ’ s not .
America was still having fun at Trump @ @ @ @ @ @ @ laughing at him looking at a Bible like he ’ s wondering where the batteries go .
We didn ’ t need the Democrats ’ voice on this one and we surely didn ’ t need the Bible as a prop .
And we don ’ t fuck with the “ photo-ops ” —see what I did there ?

Not like this, Nancy Pelosi. Please, not like this.
On Tuesday, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.), whose part-time job has been owning Trump, held a Bible while calling for Trump to stop the hate-speak and the combative tone he’s had since national protests calling for an end to police violence against black and brown people erupted last week.
During the great Bible-off of 2020, Pelosi clutched a Bible while asking that the president “reach across the divides of race, party, region and religion to help the country heal.”
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“We would hope that the president of the United States would follow the lead of so many other presidents before him to be a healer-in-chief and not a fanner of the flame,” she said, the Hill reports.
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From the Hill:
The appearance of a Bible was no accident. On Monday evening, just before a curfew took hold in Washington, Trump had strolled just north of the White House to the boarded up St. John’s Episcopal Church — a target of arsonists the night before — where he held a Bible aloft while the cameras clicked away. “It’s a Bible,” he said in short remarks. “We have a great country. That’s my thoughts. The greatest country in the world.” Trump’s photo-op has prompted plenty of scrutiny, particularly from Democrats already up in arms over his threat — made moments before from the Rose Garden — to deploy the military to douse the violent protests that have raged across the country in response to the death of George Floyd at the hands of Minneapolis police.
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The Hill notes that Trump’s Bible-holding moment wouldn’t have been so cringey if the police hadn’t used tear gas and flash-bang grenades to remove peaceful protesters gathered around the White House.
The president claimed that he’s an ally of peaceful protesters, then didn’t stop Attorney General William Barr, aka Evil John Goodman, from having them forcefully removed from the White House without seeing the irony in it at all.
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On Monday night, “Pelosi, joined by Senate Minority Leader Charles Schumer (D-N.Y.), issued a scathing statement Monday night condemning the attacks as ‘cowardly, weak and dangerous.’”
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By Tuesday morning, it seemed as if Pelosi had lost a bit of her anger; maybe it was the Bible, maybe it was her morning cup of Sanka, but whatever it was, Pelosi was now calling the peaceful protesters’ removal “a most unfortunate situation” and then referenced passages from Ecclesiastes.
“Peaceful demonstrators ... in front of the White House were beaten — some people came out and beat them so they could clear the area so the president could come out and go forward. What is that?” she asked. “That has no place, and it’s time for us to do away with that; a time to heal.”
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Pelosi then pointed to past presidents who’d dealt with difficult situations during their time in office including, “former President George H.W. Bush, who urged unity following the Rodney King beating in 1991, and former President Obama, who called for healing following the death of Eric Garner during a violent arrest in New York in 2014,” the Hill notes.
“It is incumbent upon all of us as Americans — regardless of race, religion, region, faith — that we recognize that this is an American problem, and not just a black problem or a brown problem or a Native American problem,” Pelosi said. “This is an American problem.”
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But Nancy has to know when her voice is needed and when it’s not. America was still having fun at Trump’s expense. We were still laughing at him looking at a Bible like he’s wondering where the batteries go. We didn’t need the Democrats’ voice on this one and we surely didn’t need the Bible as a prop.
In short Nancy Pelosi:
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And we don’t fuck with the “photo-ops”—see what I did there?


theroot--2020-06-02--Tuesday's Best Deals: Samsung 65" QLED TV, Malouf CBD Pillows, Chefman Air Fryers and Indoor Grills,

Tuesday's Best Deals: Samsung 65" QLED TV, Malouf CBD Pillows, Chefman Air Fryers and Indoor Grills, Scotts Lawn Care Products, and More

A $ 200 discount on Samsung ’ s 2020 Q70T 4K smart TV , 50 % off Malouf Zoned Dough Pillows at Huckberry , a sale on Chefman air fryers and indoor grills , and a steep markdown on Scotts lawn care products sound off Tuesday ’ s best deals .
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If you ’ re looking for some sweet , sweet silence to block out everything right now you should try a pair of JBL Bluetooth headphones .
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If you ’ re trying to perfect a precision OTTD picture or product photo for your business you probably need two things .
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This way you can shoot without the worry of draining your battery especially if you ’ re traveling .
With the Bluetooth shutter remote , you can snap pics from ten meters away .
The sturdy tripod allows for beautiful photos in both landscape and portrait .
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This story was originally published by Gabe Carey on 4/17/2020 and updated by Andrew Hayward with new information on 5/7/2020 .
Nobody likes feeling your headphone cables flail around as you ’ re on your morning jog or just out and about .
True Wireless headphones help alleviate that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ blast your favorite playlist or catch up on a couple podcasts , but they get expensive pretty quickly .
Jabra ’ s Elite Active 65t True Wireless earbuds can run up to 15 hours on a single charge , with the use of its charging case , and can connect to Siri , Alexa , or Google Now for quick voice controls .
Typically , they run about $ 170 , but for today and tomorrow , you can get a refurbished pair for $ 50 on NewEgg .
There ’ s a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ does offer some nice upgrades , but for the discount , you ’ re still getting some seriously good earbuds , so don ’ t fret too much .
Whether you ’ re quarantining or not , your floors probably need some attention .
Without upkeep , carpets can get gross , and harder surfaces can start to feel dirty and grimy .
A key part of keeping your floors looking clean is staying on top of vacuuming .
You don ’ t need to splurge on a high-end vacuum to get the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to add a few niceties to the experience , and go a little more heavy duty , Dyson ’ s Cinetic Big Ball Total Clean Upright Vacuum is a solid choice , and it ’ s $ 200 off today at NewEgg .
Since it doesn ’ t use filters , you don ’ t have to worry about buying more and replacing them , which might not save too much money depending on how often you vacuum , but it does alleviate a bit of the tedium of the cleaning process .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ anyone who has recently taken on running as a hobby will soon realize music is everything , and your headphones are the vessel that brings music to your ears .
Designed for sports and exercise including but not limited to running , JBL ’ s Under Armour headphones and true wireless earbuds are on sale for up to 30 % off on Amazon .
The two on-ear models come in black/red or just plain black for $ 160 while the buds are $ 150 .
While I haven ’ t used the JBL @ @ @ @ @ @ @ taken the Under Armour FLASH in-ear headphones for a spin .
These Bluetooth wireless earbuds leverage UA waterproof technology to keep sweat and rain from getting in the way of your workout .
The rubberized flex fit tips , meanwhile , prevent them from falling out of your ears , and the 25-hour battery life ( using the aluminum charging case found in the box ) is impressive .
I only wish the sound quality was any competition for my superior Bose SoundSport Free .
We all poured one out for Boosted when @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , but if you ’ re still itching to hop on an electric board , you ’ ve still got some options .
Namely , there ’ s Razor ’ s RazorX DLX Electric Skateboard .
It can run up to 12 mph , and go for a total of 40 minutes on a single charge .
If you were reliant on public transit , but want a safer way to navigate the streets in a socially distant way , an electric board can get you around quicker than walking , and add @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
The more time we spend at home , getting work done on our laptops , the more space we ’ ll take up on our drives .
Sure , there ’ s cloud storage , but it can get costly and you ’ re handing off all your data to another party .
Having everything on a local drive makes sure you keep control over your files , and that they ’ re within reach whenever you need them .
Right now on Amazon , Samsung has a bunch of SSDs on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , so if you ’ re in need of some storage ASAP , or just like to plan ahead , these drives are worth a peek .
This 1TB drive , usually $ 250 , is down to $ 170 right now , and this 500GB drive is down to just $ 90 .
TaoTronics is making it super cheap to get an entry-level pair of ANC headphones .
The SoundSurge 60 are just $ 34 when you clip the coupon at Amazon and use promo code KINJALE6 .
These feature dual 40mm @ @ @ @ @ @ @ voice calls with CVC 6.0 microphones , and TaoTronics is advertising 30-hour battery life with quick charging , where just five minutes on the juice gets you a two-hour session .
This article was originally published by Quentyn Kennemer on 5/9/2020 and updated by Quentyn Kennemer with new information on 5/29/2020 .
If you ’ re able to get past its shortcomings , Microsoft ’ s Surface Pro X is a sleek , lightweight 2-in-1 that you can easily toss in a bag or carry around the house to get work done .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ get you the Surface Pro X Keyboard or Slim Pen , and they ’ re not exactly cheap .
Typically , a bundle of the two costs $ 270 , but today you can get it for $ 210 .
So , if you ’ re looking to alternate between a trackpad and a stylus , or just want to doodle on your Surface between meetings , this might be the deal you ’ re looking for .
Losing your things frequently ?
With a Tile Pro , down to $ 40 at @ @ @ @ @ @ @ layer of protection and reprieve that ’ ll save you some panic .
Just press the button twice to find your phone , or use the phone to find whatever the Tile is attached to , like your keys , your wallet , or maybe even that leftover lasagna that keeps disappearing from your fridge ( but we can ’ t guarantee your perp won ’ t be smart enough to take it off before they stuff their face ) .
Compared to the original , the Tile Pro has better battery life @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Bluetooth range of 300 feet .
Need to replenish the raining day activity sets after quarantine ?
Tired of using the same games and puzzles over and over ?
Well for just $ 15 you can turn your home into a science lab .
WILD !
Science ’ s set has twenty components to teach everyone in your house about Nanoscience and STEM .
It ’ s never too early starting teaching the youths about science but this set does recommend they be over eight years old .
The whole family can ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ model , experimenting with liquid crystal , conducting a UV test , and solving a mini oil spill .
And if you love this set WILD !
has a ton more all with a STEM spin .
This is an excellent way to get your kids excited about science and show them learning can be fun .
8bitdo ’ s Bluetooth controllers for the Nintendo Switch might still be my favorite ongoing series .
They ’ re stylized to look like classic NES and SNES controllers , but with today ’ s technology @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , and analog sticks .
The controllers are $ 10 off at Amazon today—the SN30 Pro is $ 35 post-discount , while the NES-favoring N30 Pro2 is down to $ 30 .
If you can ’ t wait to guzzle beer and chuck a mean axe at thine foes , pre-order Assassin ’ s Creed Valhalla , which Amazon is making a bit cheaper to do with a temporary $ 10 discount on both PlayStation 4 and Xbox One .
Unfortunately , it ’ s unclear whether standard pre-orders come with the Way @ @ @ @ @ @ @ as Amazon no longer highlights that benefit .
You do , however , get Amazon ’ s pre-purchase price guarantee , so if the price drops more between now and release date ( it probably won ’ t ) , your final total is automatically adjusted .
Don ’ t forget that Amazon doesn ’ t charge until it ships , so don ’ t hesitate to secure your copy !
It is my contention that Funko Pops are tacky .
I also have at least three of them displayed in the shelving @ @ @ @ @ @ @ contain multitudes .
Right now you can do the same—at a steep discount in Amazon ’ s Gold Box sale .
Want to show off your love of Star Wars ?
One 7 '' tall Luke Skywalker riding a Taun Taun is marked down 25 % .
Reveal your T W I S T E D side to friends and family with $ 9 off the 10 '' Joker vinyl .
Remember Game of Thrones ?
Daenerys is $ 19 , a 38 % reduction in price .
Peruse the wider catalog of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ sale page .
Whether you like it or not , I ’ m certain you ’ ll find a character that pulls at your heartstrings .
How could Baby Yoda not ?
He ’ s a freakin ’ Muppet Baby .
You ’ ll never unsee this horrific Goose from Captain Marvel replica .
For better or for worse , there ’ s plenty more where those came from .
Wake the fuck up , samurai .
Todd McFarlane ’ s Keanu Reeves ( AKA Johnny Silverhhand ) figurine is here and it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Amazon .
Pick it up while supplies last , and don ’ t forget to pre-order Cyberpunk 2077 , now discounted to $ 45 on CDKeys .
Revealed at E3 2019 , Reeves is making his motion-captured video game debut in the upcoming dystopian sci-fi RPG from The Witcher series developer CD Projekt .
Loosely based on the character of the same name in the tabletop role-playing game Cyberpunk 2020 , the Johnny Silverhand character Reeves will be playing belongs to the Rockerboy class , described in the game ’ s canon as @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and rebels of the 2000s.
” If this sounds dumb to you , that ’ s because it is , and you should be excited for that reason .
Cyberpunk 2077 will release later this year on September 17 .
If you have a hell of a craving for a juicy , grilled burger , but don ’ t have room for an actual , full-sized grill in your 750sqft apartment , I may have a solution for you .
The Hamilton Beach Electric Grill .
It ’ s only $ 55 , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , and even make paninis if you so choose .
It has a double griddle for breakfast , and has two removable non-stick cooking plates which make for easy AF cleaning .
I ’ m hungry just talking about this .
Grab it before it ’ s gone !
If you ’ re looking for juuuuust enough smoothie for you and maybe your homegirl , you should check out this Hamilton Beach personal blender .
It ’ s $ 17 , and made to blend your favorite fruits , veggies , and protein @ @ @ @ @ @ @ workout in a timely manner .
Even though it ’ s 14oz , it ’ s mighty with stainless steel blades to chop up ice and other thick foods .
I would grab this bad boy before it ’ s gone !
If you are someone who entertains a lot especially in the summer and has an outdoor space these are pretty essential .
The Magic Mesh door has probably saved many cookouts with everyone going in and out of the house , no more slamming doors and getting locked out .
For @ @ @ @ @ @ @ you bringing you two of these for just $ 22 , which is a savings of $ 18 .
Where these really shine is if you have pets , especially if they are needy with wanting to go outside .
Once pets get used to running through they can let themselves in and out .
I helped my friend install these last summer for his two border collies .
They were hesitant at first but once they got the hang of it they were definitely up and running .
And it really does @ @ @ @ @ @ @ install them properly .
You can even use these on RVs and campers .
If you ’ ve read a few of our pieces on MorningSave before and you like what you ’ ve seen they offer a $ 5 monthly fee to get free shipping on all of your orders no matter how many .
Otherwise , it ’ s a flat rate of $ 8 .
SideDeal has a big box of magnetic balls with your name on it .
For a limited time , grab yourself two boxes of Speks @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ ll get over 1,000 balls in total , yours to shape and snap however your imaginative mind sees fit .
Today-only at Amazon , you can save up to 65 % on yard care by Scotts .
Some choice offers include various forms of lawn starters , like this bag that can sprout 15,000 square feet worth of grass for $ 29 , plus a seeder to make it all easy for the same cost .
You can also find insect and weed killers , snake repellents ( useful if Samuel L. @ @ @ @ @ @ @ cookout ) , indoor hanging gardens , and a Blossom smart water sprinkler system for $ 39 .
There ’ s a lot more to be had at Amazon , but this is a Gold Box , so head on over there and check them out before the day expires .
Today only , Amazon ’ s Gold Box features 25 % off Chefman kitchen appliances , including a 6.5-liter air fryer down to $ 60 and a 3-in-1 electric grill and skillet down to $ 25 .
There ’ s also a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ if you aren ’ t cooking for a village , and a warming tray for the same cost .
As someone who recently upgraded their bed pillows , let me tell you , it ’ s a gamechanger .
While I didn ’ t splurge on the Malouf Zoned Dough pillows , I ’ m now wishing I did .
That ’ s because they ’ re 50 % off at Huckberry with the promo code PILLOW50 , bringing the cheapest option down to $ 88—not bad for a head cushion that claims @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and odors , ” thanks to its bamboo charcoal infusion .
What ’ s more , for an extra $ 12 , you can add CBD to the mix .
Malouf Zoned Dough pillows come in King and Queen sizes , fit for beds of any royal stature .
Each pillow is perforated , with larger holes concentrated in the center surrounded by smaller holes to bolster your neck .
The cover is machine washable , and CBD options are clary sage-scented , for a relaxing smell to accompany their topical cannabidiol .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ and sleep ‘ til you can ’ t no more .
You deserve it .
Can you scarf down six 10 oz .
cans of Planters honey roasted peanuts ?
For $ 21 , you can buy the whole pack and prove it .
Down $ 10 from their usual price , these sweet and salty legumes will have you licking the bottom of the can .
Be careful not to eat ‘ em all in one go , however , because that would mean ingesting 9,600 calories in a sitting .
But @ @ @ @ @ @ @ legally not even the disgraced Baby Nut can stop you .
No matter how much Planters tries to make him a thing .
Amazon has put a few pet-friendly pieces on sale today to make the days a little more fun and comfortable for the fur babies .
These Amazon select pet items will change in value as you pick the size you need .
Is your pupper a big boy or an itty bitty boy ?
The sizes run the gamut .
Sales run up to 25 % off .
There are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ both in different patterns and colors .
These are machine washable for easy cleaning and will give either your dog or cat lots of comfort .
The faux-Sherpa padded bed is perfect for crates and pens .
Speaking of there is also a travel playpen and a tree for your kitty kat .
If you don ’ t mind buying refurbished , Amazon is letting go of a two-piece combo featuring a recertified Ring Video Doorbell Pro combined with an equally-used Echo Show 5 for one low $ 179 price .
See who @ @ @ @ @ @ @ interact with your visitors without ever having to approach the door , which is just fantastic in these increasingly anarchistic times .
Are you working on a creative project ?
Perhaps you need to write something on some poster board that will be big and bold and easy to see ?
Sharpie ’ s chisel tip markers are your best bet , as the broad tip makes it much easier to make your words visible without too much effort .
Right now , an eight pack of the markers is about half off @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is less than a dollar a marker !
Use these babies to create signs for your events , or events you may be attending .
They ’ re very versatile .
$ 137 for a three piece tool set ?
Compared to a lot of other options , these might seem pretty expensive .
However , these KNIPEX tools are way more versatile than meets the eye .
These babies are adjustable , meaning that just these three wrenches can replace an entire bulky wrench set—perfect for those tired of lugging around a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ be used as pliers , knocking out a whole other set of things to carry around .
While this set normally goes for $ 247 , this wrench set is over $ 100 off .
Grab a set before the price goes back up !
Happy Pride !
I don ’ t know about you , but one of the best ways to celebrate love is to love all up on yourself or your partner ( but especially your partner ) .
With this $ 40 Ella Paradis “ positive vibes ” bundle @ @ @ @ @ @ @ It comes with two couples vibrators along with a handy remote so you can liven things up in the most satisfying way .
You can also use these vibes on your boo ’ s other erogenous zones , so don ’ t forget about the foreplay , it ’ s the best part 😉 .
Grab this deal before it ’ s gone !
Today only Disney is giving everyone free shipping on all orders .
This is ideal if there is a smaller order you were waiting on purchasing because shipping didn @ @ @ @ @ @ @ also a few other deals you can take part in .
Select beach towels are discounted for $ 10 along with $ 20 pool floats .
The plushes are marked down too , some are as low as $ 8 .
Disney has a sizeable sale section with lots of goodies for summer , your home , and your next trip to the parks .
UNIQLO is known for some of the best-designed t-shirts from some of the world ’ s most creative artists .
Their collaborations with top brands and personalities make @ @ @ @ @ @ @ have two more days to jump on their two for one t-shirt deal and most of those collaborations are eligible .
The new Ultraman and Manga collections are included in this sale .
Tees for men , women , kids , and babies are also available for this discount .
The shirts that are apart of the deal are clearly marked on the site too to make it a little easier when you ’ re making your selection .
Free shipping on your first order .
The deal runs until June 4 and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ download and the app and order through it you will receive an extra $ 3 off .
Some of you have had some pretty busy and eventful weekends , and some of you just mud-butted your way through countless Minecraft Dungeons sessions .
Don ’ t fret : SideDeal is here to save you with a 10-pack of Axe body wash for just $ 29 .
Each bottle gives you 8.45 ounces of lathered heaven .
This variety pack can include the following scents : Each box will include no more than two @ @ @ @ @ @ @ some and see if you can ’ t find yourself a new aphrodisiac .
It ’ s time to give you denim collection a refresh .
For the next two days , Nordstrom Rack is giving you up to 70 % off the Hudson Jeans collection .
In both the men ’ s and women ’ s sections there ’ s a variety of items deeply discounted and a handful of them are beyond 70 % off their original price .
Shorts , skirts , jackets , and tees .
There ’ s @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
It ’ s not all dark or light wash .
This cute black and white leopard print skirt is marked down to $ 53 .
Grey jeans are just as classic as blue and there ’ s a great pair 59 % off in the men ’ s section with all sizes still available .
Don ’ t worry ladies , shorts at all length are in here to meet your summer needs from shortie to capri .
Free shipping on orders over $ 100 and the sale ends June 3 .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ scrolling through Netflix ’ s seemingly infinite library of stuff you don ’ t wan na watch right now , it might be time to grab a couple Blu-ray ’ s for your next binge session .
For anime aficionados , there ’ s lots to grab on sale at Amazon right now .
Dragon Ball fans can pick up Dragon Ball Super : Brolyfor 52 % off , Dragon Ball Z : Battle of the Gods for 54 % off , as well as a couple seasons of Dragon Ball Z and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ % off each .
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THIS IS SO CUTE .
IT ’ S A PINK GAME BOY COLOR LUNCH BOX .
And with code E75HZ37W , you can get this SUPER ADORABLE LUNCH BOX for just $ 8 !
It ’ s a bit more than just a cute novelty too , as reviews suggest that it ’ s actually a good lunch box for keeping your food cool .
AND IT ’ S JUST SO CUTE .
There are a couple caveats , though .
First @ @ @ @ @ @ @ pink lunchbox .
I ’ m a bit sad I can ’ t get the iconic purple color lunchbox for $ 8 , but the pink one is plenty cute .
Also , these lunch boxes are made with leather , so those that live the complete vegetarian or vegan lifestyle will not be able to grab one .
But if those don ’ t bother you , you have until June 7th ( or until it sells out ) to grab one !
Looking for faster , more reliable portable storage ?
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
For $ 100 , you ’ re getting 1TB of flash-based storage that transfers over any USB connection up to USB 3.1 .
ADATA ’ s name doesn ’ t carry the same weight as someone like Western Digital or Samsung , but it ’ s no noob to the storage wars , and it ’ s pretty hard to mess up SSD tech .
You can buy one at Amazon right here .
Take it from someone who loses his buds on a daily basis : Don ’ t jump into @ @ @ @ @ @ @ what kind of beast it is .
These Acellories earbuds are perfect , as they only cost $ 20 at MorningSave and could be mistaken for AirPods to the untrained eye .
You can grab one in White , Mint , Black , Blue , Rose Gold , or Red with a matching charging case .
Believe it or not , lately I ’ ve been having trouble focusing at work , in part due to the excessive cat hair pervading my apartment .
It ’ s why I asked our readers last @ @ @ @ @ @ @ pet hair removers , and it ’ s also why I spend much of my time vacuuming obsessively .
But without the right vacuum for the job , clunks of hair can get lodged in the brushes .
The Dyson V8 Animal cordless vacuum , now discounted $ 60 on Amazon , pumps up the volume ( brush bar power ) 150 % over the Dyson V6 , making it the perfect match for pet lovers and messy roommates alike .
It ’ s cord-free , so while you do have to charge @ @ @ @ @ @ @ it as you vacuum throughout the house .
However , bear in mind that because this is a renewed , or refurbished by Amazon , product it is subject to minimal wear and tear—including a reduced battery capacity as low as 80 % .
Back in March , I asked our readers at The Inventory for your picks of the best juicers to kick my unhealthy ass into shape .
Two months later , I need it now more than ever , and if you feel the same , the Omega CNC80S compact @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of your favorite brands , over on Amazon right now , down 12 % from sticker price .
That may not sound like a lot , but think about it this way : You ’ re saving $ 28 on a highly coveted juicer from a reader-trusted brand .
While the TWN30S listed in our Co-op roundup is a twin masticating juicer , it ’ s also unavailable for purchase as of this writing .
The CNC80S , on the other hand , boasts the same 15-year warranty and voltage , albeit with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ TWN30S spins at 160 revolutions per minute ( RPM ) , the CNC80S demolishes fruits and veggies at 80 RPM which , according to Omega , “ results in minimal heat buildup and oxidation promoting healthy enzymes.
” In reference to the comparable Omega TWN30S , Kinja commenter PhilipLegend said :

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A $200 discount on Samsung’s 2020 Q70T 4K smart TV, 50% off Malouf Zoned Dough Pillows at Huckberry, a sale on Chefman air fryers and indoor grills, and a steep markdown on Scotts lawn care products sound off Tuesday’s best deals.
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If you’re looking for some sweet, sweet silence to block out everything right now you should try a pair of JBL Bluetooth headphones. They’re $80, which is 20% off ( with the original list price at $100), and have noise-canceling capability. The headphones also have about 16 hours of listening time, so you can go on and on all-day jamming to your favorite tunes. Grab these before they’re gone!
If you’re trying to perfect a precision OTTD picture or product photo for your business you probably need two things. A great tripod and a wireless shutter. Well, you’re in luck. The Adonit PhotoGrip Qi has these features and more. Right now save $12 off the original price in this Amazon Gold Box deal.
Aside from it being a tripod and you being able to hold it with one hand, you can also charge your phone while it’s docked. This way you can shoot without the worry of draining your battery especially if you’re traveling. With the Bluetooth shutter remote, you can snap pics from ten meters away. The sturdy tripod allows for beautiful photos in both landscape and portrait. This pack also comes with a USB cable, a carrying pouch, and a neck strap.
Free shipping for Amazon Prime members.
I don’t think I have to explain our current global environment for you to understand why “visual protection” is the next big wave. Grab yourself a VAVA 1080p Dash Cam, now down to $108. You can also find a discounted HD body camera fit for law enforcement, complete with GPS and night vision, for $123.
Take over $200 off Samsung’s 65" 2020 QLED TV at Amazon today-only. Normally $1,300, your total falls to $1,098 after the discount. This 4K TV uses quantum dots to deliver lifelike picture quality in all your content, and it does so on a refreshed smart TV platform with Alexa helping you find content and manage all your smart home things.
NordVPN is one of the most widely-acclaimed VPN services out there and has been downloaded en masse by our readers during past deals. The service lets you connect up to six simultaneous devices and access 5,871 servers worldwide, with no logs kept of your actions.
Right now, the best deal is to spring for three years of service and save 70% off of the regular monthly price. You’ll have to spend $126 to do so, but at least then you won’t have to think about it again until 2023!
This story was originally published by Gabe Carey on 4/17/2020 and updated by Andrew Hayward with new information on 5/7/2020.
Nobody likes feeling your headphone cables flail around as you’re on your morning jog or just out and about. True Wireless headphones help alleviate that and give you a sleek way to blast your favorite playlist or catch up on a couple podcasts, but they get expensive pretty quickly. Jabra’s Elite Active 65t True Wireless earbuds can run up to 15 hours on a single charge, with the use of its charging case, and can connect to Siri, Alexa, or Google Now for quick voice controls. Typically, they run about $170, but for today and tomorrow, you can get a refurbished pair for $50 on NewEgg. There’s a newer model, the 75t, which does offer some nice upgrades, but for the discount, you’re still getting some seriously good earbuds, so don’t fret too much.
Whether you’re quarantining or not, your floors probably need some attention. Without upkeep, carpets can get gross, and harder surfaces can start to feel dirty and grimy. A key part of keeping your floors looking clean is staying on top of vacuuming. You don’t need to splurge on a high-end vacuum to get the job done, though if you want to add a few niceties to the experience, and go a little more heavy duty, Dyson’s Cinetic Big Ball Total Clean Upright Vacuum is a solid choice, and it’s $200 off today at NewEgg. Since it doesn’t use filters, you don’t have to worry about buying more and replacing them, which might not save too much money depending on how often you vacuum, but it does alleviate a bit of the tedium of the cleaning process.
If you haven’t already, anyone who has recently taken on running as a hobby will soon realize music is everything, and your headphones are the vessel that brings music to your ears. Designed for sports and exercise including but not limited to running, JBL’s Under Armour headphones and true wireless earbuds are on sale for up to 30% off on Amazon. The two on-ear models come in black/red or just plain black for $160 while the buds are $150.
While I haven’t used the JBL Under Armour Train myself, I have taken the Under Armour FLASH in-ear headphones for a spin. These Bluetooth wireless earbuds leverage UA waterproof technology to keep sweat and rain from getting in the way of your workout. The rubberized flex fit tips, meanwhile, prevent them from falling out of your ears, and the 25-hour battery life (using the aluminum charging case found in the box) is impressive. I only wish the sound quality was any competition for my superior Bose SoundSport Free.
We all poured one out for Boosted when they shut their doors earlier this year, but if you’re still itching to hop on an electric board, you’ve still got some options. Namely, there’s Razor’s RazorX DLX Electric Skateboard. It can run up to 12 mph, and go for a total of 40 minutes on a single charge. If you were reliant on public transit, but want a safer way to navigate the streets in a socially distant way, an electric board can get you around quicker than walking, and add a bit more fun to the journey.
The more time we spend at home, getting work done on our laptops, the more space we’ll take up on our drives. Sure, there’s cloud storage, but it can get costly and you’re handing off all your data to another party. Having everything on a local drive makes sure you keep control over your files, and that they’re within reach whenever you need them. Right now on Amazon, Samsung has a bunch of SSDs on sale for up to $80 off, so if you’re in need of some storage ASAP, or just like to plan ahead, these drives are worth a peek. This 1TB drive, usually $250, is down to $170 right now, and this 500GB drive is down to just $90.
TaoTronics is making it super cheap to get an entry-level pair of ANC headphones. The SoundSurge 60 are just $34 when you clip the coupon at Amazon and use promo code KINJALE6.
These feature dual 40mm drivers, Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity, improved voice calls with CVC 6.0 microphones, and TaoTronics is advertising 30-hour battery life with quick charging, where just five minutes on the juice gets you a two-hour session.
This article was originally published by Quentyn Kennemer on 5/9/2020 and updated by Quentyn Kennemer with new information on 5/29/2020.
If you’re able to get past its shortcomings, Microsoft’s Surface Pro X is a sleek, lightweight 2-in-1 that you can easily toss in a bag or carry around the house to get work done. Unfortunately, buying it won’t get you the Surface Pro X Keyboard or Slim Pen, and they’re not exactly cheap. Typically, a bundle of the two costs $270, but today you can get it for $210. So, if you’re looking to alternate between a trackpad and a stylus, or just want to doodle on your Surface between meetings, this might be the deal you’re looking for.
Losing your things frequently? With a Tile Pro, down to $40 at Amazon, you’ll have a layer of protection and reprieve that’ll save you some panic. Just press the button twice to find your phone, or use the phone to find whatever the Tile is attached to, like your keys, your wallet, or maybe even that leftover lasagna that keeps disappearing from your fridge (but we can’t guarantee your perp won’t be smart enough to take it off before they stuff their face).
Compared to the original, the Tile Pro has better battery life (with user-removable cells) and increased Bluetooth range of 300 feet.
Need to replenish the raining day activity sets after quarantine? Tired of using the same games and puzzles over and over? Well for just $15 you can turn your home into a science lab. WILD! Science’s set has twenty components to teach everyone in your house about Nanoscience and STEM.
It’s never too early starting teaching the youths about science but this set does recommend they be over eight years old. The whole family can’t join in on building a DNA model, experimenting with liquid crystal, conducting a UV test, and solving a mini oil spill. And if you love this set WILD! has a ton more all with a STEM spin. This is an excellent way to get your kids excited about science and show them learning can be fun.
Free shipping for Amazon Prime members.
8bitdo’s Bluetooth controllers for the Nintendo Switch might still be my favorite ongoing series. They’re stylized to look like classic NES and SNES controllers, but with today’s technology like wireless, rumble, motion controls, and analog sticks. The controllers are $10 off at Amazon today—the SN30 Pro is $35 post-discount, while the NES-favoring N30 Pro2 is down to $30.
If you can’t wait to guzzle beer and chuck a mean axe at thine foes, pre-order Assassin’s Creed Valhalla, which Amazon is making a bit cheaper to do with a temporary $10 discount on both PlayStation 4 and Xbox One.
Unfortunately, it’s unclear whether standard pre-orders come with the Way of the Berserker mission Ubisoft originally advertised as Amazon no longer highlights that benefit. You do, however, get Amazon’s pre-purchase price guarantee, so if the price drops more between now and release date (it probably won’t), your final total is automatically adjusted.
Don’t forget that Amazon doesn’t charge until it ships, so don’t hesitate to secure your copy!
It is my contention that Funko Pops are tacky. I also have at least three of them displayed in the shelving unit next to my bed. We contain multitudes. Right now you can do the same—at a steep discount in Amazon’s Gold Box sale. Want to show off your love of Star Wars? One 7" tall Luke Skywalker riding a Taun Taun is marked down 25%. Reveal your T W I S T E D side to friends and family with $9 off the 10" Joker vinyl. Remember Game of Thrones? Daenerys is $19, a 38% reduction in price.
Peruse the wider catalog of discounted Funko Pops over on the Amazon sale page. Whether you like it or not, I’m certain you’ll find a character that pulls at your heartstrings. How could Baby Yoda not? He’s a freakin’ Muppet Baby. You’ll never unsee this horrific Goose from Captain Marvel replica. For better or for worse, there’s plenty more where those came from.
Wake the fuck up, samurai. Todd McFarlane’s Keanu Reeves (AKA Johnny Silverhhand) figurine is here and it’s already 20% off on Amazon. Pick it up while supplies last, and don’t forget to pre-order Cyberpunk 2077, now discounted to $45 on CDKeys. Revealed at E3 2019, Reeves is making his motion-captured video game debut in the upcoming dystopian sci-fi RPG from The Witcher series developer CD Projekt.
Loosely based on the character of the same name in the tabletop role-playing game Cyberpunk 2020, the Johnny Silverhand character Reeves will be playing belongs to the Rockerboy class, described in the game’s canon as “the street poets, social consciences and rebels of the 2000s.” If this sounds dumb to you, that’s because it is, and you should be excited for that reason. Cyberpunk 2077 will release later this year on September 17.
If you have a hell of a craving for a juicy, grilled burger, but don’t have room for an actual, full-sized grill in your 750sqft apartment, I may have a solution for you. The Hamilton Beach Electric Grill. It’s only $55, and can grill meats, cook bacon, and even make paninis if you so choose. It has a double griddle for breakfast, and has two removable non-stick cooking plates which make for easy AF cleaning. I’m hungry just talking about this. Grab it before it’s gone!
If you’re looking for juuuuust enough smoothie for you and maybe your homegirl, you should check out this Hamilton Beach personal blender. It’s $17, and made to blend your favorite fruits, veggies, and protein powder so you can get to your workout in a timely manner. Even though it’s 14oz, it’s mighty with stainless steel blades to chop up ice and other thick foods. I would grab this bad boy before it’s gone!
If you are someone who entertains a lot especially in the summer and has an outdoor space these are pretty essential. The Magic Mesh door has probably saved many cookouts with everyone going in and out of the house, no more slamming doors and getting locked out. For the next fifteen hours, Morning Save you bringing you two of these for just $22, which is a savings of $18.
Where these really shine is if you have pets, especially if they are needy with wanting to go outside. Once pets get used to running through they can let themselves in and out. I helped my friend install these last summer for his two border collies. They were hesitant at first but once they got the hang of it they were definitely up and running. And it really does seem to keep bugs out if you install them properly. You can even use these on RVs and campers.
If you’ve read a few of our pieces on MorningSave before and you like what you’ve seen they offer a $5 monthly fee to get free shipping on all of your orders no matter how many. Otherwise, it’s a flat rate of $8.
SideDeal has a big box of magnetic balls with your name on it. For a limited time, grab yourself two boxes of Speks magnets for just $29. You’ll get over 1,000 balls in total, yours to shape and snap however your imaginative mind sees fit.
Today-only at Amazon, you can save up to 65% on yard care by Scotts. Some choice offers include various forms of lawn starters, like this bag that can sprout 15,000 square feet worth of grass for $29, plus a seeder to make it all easy for the same cost. You can also find insect and weed killers, snake repellents (useful if Samuel L. Jackson is coming to your July 4th cookout), indoor hanging gardens, and a Blossom smart water sprinkler system for $39.
There’s a lot more to be had at Amazon, but this is a Gold Box, so head on over there and check them out before the day expires.
Today only, Amazon’s Gold Box features 25% off Chefman kitchen appliances, including a 6.5-liter air fryer down to $60 and a 3-in-1 electric grill and skillet down to $25. There’s also a smaller 3.6-qt air fryer for $40 if you aren’t cooking for a village, and a warming tray for the same cost.
As someone who recently upgraded their bed pillows, let me tell you, it’s a gamechanger. While I didn’t splurge on the Malouf Zoned Dough pillows, I’m now wishing I did. That’s because they’re 50% off at Huckberry with the promo code PILLOW50, bringing the cheapest option down to $88—not bad for a head cushion that claims to “regulate humidity, temperature, and odors,” thanks to its bamboo charcoal infusion. What’s more, for an extra $12, you can add CBD to the mix.
Malouf Zoned Dough pillows come in King and Queen sizes, fit for beds of any royal stature. Each pillow is perforated, with larger holes concentrated in the center surrounded by smaller holes to bolster your neck. The cover is machine washable, and CBD options are clary sage-scented, for a relaxing smell to accompany their topical cannabidiol. Now, lie down your weary head and sleep ‘til you can’t no more. You deserve it.
Can you scarf down six 10 oz. cans of Planters honey roasted peanuts? For $21, you can buy the whole pack and prove it. Down $10 from their usual price, these sweet and salty legumes will have you licking the bottom of the can. Be careful not to eat ‘em all in one go, however, because that would mean ingesting 9,600 calories in a sitting. But hey, they’re delicious so legally not even the disgraced Baby Nut can stop you. No matter how much Planters tries to make him a thing.
Amazon has put a few pet-friendly pieces on sale today to make the days a little more fun and comfortable for the fur babies. These Amazon select pet items will change in value as you pick the size you need. Is your pupper a big boy or an itty bitty boy? The sizes run the gamut. Sales run up to 25% off.
There are two different styles of cuddle bolster beds both in different patterns and colors. These are machine washable for easy cleaning and will give either your dog or cat lots of comfort. The faux-Sherpa padded bed is perfect for crates and pens. Speaking of there is also a travel playpen and a tree for your kitty kat.
Free shipping for Amazon Prime members.
If you don’t mind buying refurbished, Amazon is letting go of a two-piece combo featuring a recertified Ring Video Doorbell Pro combined with an equally-used Echo Show 5 for one low $179 price. See who’s knocking in a pinch and interact with your visitors without ever having to approach the door, which is just fantastic in these increasingly anarchistic times.
Are you working on a creative project? Perhaps you need to write something on some poster board that will be big and bold and easy to see? Sharpie’s chisel tip markers are your best bet, as the broad tip makes it much easier to make your words visible without too much effort. Right now, an eight pack of the markers is about half off at Amazon for $7, which is less than a dollar a marker! Use these babies to create signs for your events, or events you may be attending. They’re very versatile.
Don’t forget some poster board, though.
$137 for a three piece tool set? Compared to a lot of other options, these might seem pretty expensive. However, these KNIPEX tools are way more versatile than meets the eye. These babies are adjustable, meaning that just these three wrenches can replace an entire bulky wrench set—perfect for those tired of lugging around a ton of tools. These can also be used as pliers, knocking out a whole other set of things to carry around.
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While this set normally goes for $247, this wrench set is over $100 off. Grab a set before the price goes back up!
Happy Pride! I don’t know about you, but one of the best ways to celebrate love is to love all up on yourself or your partner (but especially your partner). With this $40 Ella Paradis “positive vibes” bundle, you can do just that! It comes with two couples vibrators along with a handy remote so you can liven things up in the most satisfying way. You can also use these vibes on your boo’s other erogenous zones, so don’t forget about the foreplay, it’s the best part 😉. Grab this deal before it’s gone!
Today only Disney is giving everyone free shipping on all orders. This is ideal if there is a smaller order you were waiting on purchasing because shipping didn’t justify it.
There are also a few other deals you can take part in. Select beach towels are discounted for $10 along with $20 pool floats. The plushes are marked down too, some are as low as $8. Disney has a sizeable sale section with lots of goodies for summer, your home, and your next trip to the parks.
Free shipping runs until 11:59 pm PT tonight.
UNIQLO is known for some of the best-designed t-shirts from some of the world’s most creative artists. Their collaborations with top brands and personalities make their limited run shirts coveted. You have two more days to jump on their two for one t-shirt deal and most of those collaborations are eligible.
The new Ultraman and Manga collections are included in this sale. Tees for men, women, kids, and babies are also available for this discount. The shirts that are apart of the deal are clearly marked on the site too to make it a little easier when you’re making your selection.
Free shipping on your first order. The deal runs until June 4 and no code is needed. If you download and the app and order through it you will receive an extra $3 off.
Some of you have had some pretty busy and eventful weekends, and some of you just mud-butted your way through countless Minecraft Dungeons sessions. Don’t fret: SideDeal is here to save you with a 10-pack of Axe body wash for just $29. Each bottle gives you 8.45 ounces of lathered heaven.
This variety pack can include the following scents:
Peace
Apollo
Dark Temptation
Black
Reload
Kilo
Deep Space
Sport Blast
Phoenix
Night
Excite
Harmony
Each box will include no more than two of the same scents, so grab some and see if you can’t find yourself a new aphrodisiac.
It’s time to give you denim collection a refresh. For the next two days, Nordstrom Rack is giving you up to 70% off the Hudson Jeans collection. In both the men’s and women’s sections there’s a variety of items deeply discounted and a handful of them are beyond 70% off their original price.
Shorts, skirts, jackets, and tees. There’s an array of colors and patterns too. It’s not all dark or light wash. This cute black and white leopard print skirt is marked down to $53. Grey jeans are just as classic as blue and there’s a great pair 59% off in the men’s section with all sizes still available. Don’t worry ladies, shorts at all length are in here to meet your summer needs from shortie to capri.
Free shipping on orders over $100 and the sale ends June 3.
If you’ve had enough of scrolling through Netflix’s seemingly infinite library of stuff you don’t wanna watch right now, it might be time to grab a couple Blu-ray’s for your next binge session. For anime aficionados, there’s lots to grab on sale at Amazon right now. Dragon Ball fans can pick up Dragon Ball Super: Brolyfor 52% off, Dragon Ball Z: Battle of the Gods for 54% off, as well as a couple seasons of Dragon Ball Z and Dragon Ball Z Kai for about 15% off each.
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LOOK AT THIS. THIS IS SO CUTE. IT’S A PINK GAME BOY COLOR LUNCH BOX. And with code E75HZ37W, you can get this SUPER ADORABLE LUNCH BOX for just $8! It’s a bit more than just a cute novelty too, as reviews suggest that it’s actually a good lunch box for keeping your food cool. AND IT’S JUST SO CUTE.
There are a couple caveats, though. First, the code only works for the pink lunchbox. I’m a bit sad I can’t get the iconic purple color lunchbox for $8, but the pink one is plenty cute. Also, these lunch boxes are made with leather, so those that live the complete vegetarian or vegan lifestyle will not be able to grab one.
But if those don’t bother you, you have until June 7th (or until it sells out) to grab one!
Looking for faster, more reliable portable storage? ADATA has something you’ll like. For $100, you’re getting 1TB of flash-based storage that transfers over any USB connection up to USB 3.1. ADATA’s name doesn’t carry the same weight as someone like Western Digital or Samsung, but it’s no noob to the storage wars, and it’s pretty hard to mess up SSD tech. You can buy one at Amazon right here.
Take it from someone who loses his buds on a daily basis: Don’t jump into the true wireless game until you know what kind of beast it is. These Acellories earbuds are perfect, as they only cost $20 at MorningSave and could be mistaken for AirPods to the untrained eye. You can grab one in White, Mint, Black, Blue, Rose Gold, or Red with a matching charging case.
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Believe it or not, lately I’ve been having trouble focusing at work, in part due to the excessive cat hair pervading my apartment. It’s why I asked our readers last week for your input on the best pet hair removers, and it’s also why I spend much of my time vacuuming obsessively. But without the right vacuum for the job, clunks of hair can get lodged in the brushes.
The Dyson V8 Animal cordless vacuum, now discounted $60 on Amazon, pumps up the volume (brush bar power) 150% over the Dyson V6, making it the perfect match for pet lovers and messy roommates alike. It’s cord-free, so while you do have to charge it, anything beats plugging and unplugging it as you vacuum throughout the house. However, bear in mind that because this is a renewed, or refurbished by Amazon, product it is subject to minimal wear and tear—including a reduced battery capacity as low as 80%.
Back in March, I asked our readers at The Inventory for your picks of the best juicers to kick my unhealthy ass into shape. Two months later, I need it now more than ever, and if you feel the same, the Omega CNC80S compact juicer is on sale, from one of your favorite brands, over on Amazon right now, down 12% from sticker price. That may not sound like a lot, but think about it this way: You’re saving $28 on a highly coveted juicer from a reader-trusted brand.
While the TWN30S listed in our Co-op roundup is a twin masticating juicer, it’s also unavailable for purchase as of this writing. The CNC80S, on the other hand, boasts the same 15-year warranty and voltage, albeit with a much slower motor. Whereas the TWN30S spins at 160 revolutions per minute (RPM), the CNC80S demolishes fruits and veggies at 80 RPM which, according to Omega, “results in minimal heat buildup and oxidation promoting healthy enzymes.” In reference to the comparable Omega TWN30S, Kinja commenter PhilipLegend said:


theroot--2020-06-02--Can Someone Explain #BlackOutTuesday to Me Because I'm Not Real Smart, but This Seemed Real Dumb

I tried very , very , very hard today to find a point of # BlackOutTuesday .
Not a reason , mind you .
There are many of those .
It was created by two black women—Jamila Thomas ( Senior Director of Marketing at Atlantic Records ) and Brianna Agyemang ( Senior Artist Campaign Manager at Platoon ) —to “ pause ” the music industry .
And that makes sense to me !
I see the point here !
The original hashtag ( # TheShowWillBePaused ) makes sense too !
All the sense !
Too much sense !
But then @ @ @ @ @ @ @ followers to post black squares on their social media accounts to bring awareness to the protests and show some sort of solidarity , and this is where my brain stopped .
I don ’ t understand the point of asking people who were already posting non-stop about George Floyd and Breonna Taylor and protests and racism and police brutality and links to financial and community resources and anti-racist reading guides to pause all of that just to fill their timelines with ... black squares .
And now our “ protest ” is the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 49ers ’ s protest ?
If the point of the campaign was to do literally the opposite of what it was intended to do , mission accomplished .
But then I read that another reason for # BlackOutTuesday is so people will post nothing but content related to the uprising today .
But if you ’ re a black person who took the time to post about something personal today—a picture of waffles , perhaps , or a clip from an NBA All-Star game , maybe—so the fuck what ?
Maybe your outrage @ @ @ @ @ @ @ break .
Maybe you wanted to provide that break for someone else .
Maybe you just made the best fucking waffles ever and wanted to share .
Maybe there are hungry protesters waiting for that exclusive gourmet waffle content .
Today is Tuesday , which means it ’ s book pub date for thousands of authors .
Black authors , too .
And they should not post something about their book today—a thing they ’ ve been slaving over and anticipating for years—just for some awkward hashtag solidarity ?
I guess the best @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for us ( black people ) .
But if it ’ s not for us , why were so many of us doing it ?
Again , though—and I can not make this clearer—despite the name of this blog , I am not smart .
And it ’ s ( very ) possible that the point of all this will remain elusive to me .
I ’ ve made my peace with that reality .
All this hard thinking got me hungry now , and I just want some waffles .

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

I tried very, very, very hard today to find a point of #BlackOutTuesday. Not a reason, mind you. There are many of those. It was created by two black women—Jamila Thomas (Senior Director of Marketing at Atlantic Records) and Brianna Agyemang (Senior Artist Campaign Manager at Platoon)—to “pause” the music industry. And that makes sense to me! I see the point here! The original hashtag (#TheShowWillBePaused) makes sense too! All the sense! Too much sense!
But then other brands got involved and told their followers to post black squares on their social media accounts to bring awareness to the protests and show some sort of solidarity, and this is where my brain stopped. I don’t understand the point of asking people who were already posting non-stop about George Floyd and Breonna Taylor and protests and racism and police brutality and links to financial and community resources and anti-racist reading guides to pause all of that just to fill their timelines with...black squares. And now our “protest” is the same protest as the San Fran Fucking 49ers’s protest? If the point of the campaign was to do literally the opposite of what it was intended to do, mission accomplished.
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But then I read that another reason for #BlackOutTuesday is so people will post nothing but content related to the uprising today. But if you’re a black person who took the time to post about something personal today—a picture of waffles, perhaps, or a clip from an NBA All-Star game, maybe—so the fuck what?
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Maybe your outrage bandwidth was depleted and you needed a break. Maybe you wanted to provide that break for someone else. Maybe you just made the best fucking waffles ever and wanted to share. Maybe there are hungry protesters waiting for that exclusive gourmet waffle content. Today is Tuesday, which means it’s book pub date for thousands of authors. Black authors, too. And they should not post something about their book today—a thing they’ve been slaving over and anticipating for years—just for some awkward hashtag solidarity? I guess the best explanation is that it’s not for us (black people). But if it’s not for us, why were so many of us doing it?
Again, though—and I can not make this clearer—despite the name of this blog, I am not smart. And it’s (very) possible that the point of all this will remain elusive to me. I’ve made my peace with that reality. All this hard thinking got me hungry now, and I just want some waffles.


theroot--2020-06-02--Samantha Ware Calls Out Lea Michele's Performative Solidarity, Says Lea Made Her Life a 'Living Hell

Samantha Ware Calls Out Lea Michele's Performative Solidarity, Says Lea Made Her Life a 'Living Hell' on the Set of Glee

As we turn to the “ celebrity awareness ” chapter of this life book we call “ Living In The Age Of Da Rona , Protests and More , ” the black community ( especially on social media ) is becoming more aware of the obtusely insensitive ways in which celebrities ( and brands ) have been attempting to show their support during the protests for George Floyd , Breonna Taylor , Tony McDade and more .
Hopping on a trend to appease your ego to avoid real ongoing work when your normal practices contradict the very message of solidarity @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ?
That ain ’ t it .
On Monday , Lea Michelle ( Glee ) found herself on the Summer Jam Screen .
“ George Floyd did not deserve this .
This was not an isolated incident and it must end , ” Michele tweeted , adding the hashtag , # BlackLivesMatter .
Whoa , whoa , whoa—hold up now , Lea , you got too much performative dip on your chip !
Why is that , you may ask ?
Well , former Glee co-star Samantha Ware had one example , which @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ALL CAPS SO YOU CAN ’ T MISS THIS READ ) via a quote tweet .
“ LMAO REMEMBER WHEN YOU MADE MY FIRST TELEVISION GIG A LIVING HELL ?
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” Ware responded .
“ ‘ CAUSE I ’ LL NEVER FORGET .
I BELIEVE YOU TOLD EVERYONE THAT IF [ YOU ] HAD THE OPPORTUNITY YOU WOULD ‘ SHIT IN MY WIG !
’ AMONGST OTHER TRAUMATIC MICROAGRESSIONS THAT MADE ME QUESTION A CAREER IN HOLLYWOOD… ” .
As Variety noted , “ Ware had a guest recurring role @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of “ Glee ” in 2015 , appearing in 11 episodes ” and “ Michele played Rachel Berry , one of the main cast members throughout all six seasons of Glee.
” Because most folks in the black community are fed up with coddling the rampant ignorance and dismissive tactics to somehow “ support ” our struggles , a bulk of Black Twitter either joined in or watched along with much—wait for it—glee .
Fellow Glee cast members such as Alex Newell and Amber Riley said a mouthful just by using gifs and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Michele in ABC ’ s short-lived show The Mayor ) boosted Ware with , “ I felt every one of those capital letters.
” Like many microaggressions , this didn ’ t seem to be an isolated event or one that was solely reserved for Ware .
Usually , when several black folks tell us that something in the milk ain ’ t clean , we have to at least listen .
It looks like consequences are coming rather swiftly .
Meal-kit provider HelloFresh has said “ goodbye ” to their partnership with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ racism nor discrimination of any kind .
We are disheartened and disappointed to learn of the recent claims concerning Lea Michele .
We take this very seriously , and have ended our partnership with Lea Michele , effective immediately , ” the delivery service company tweeted on Tuesday .

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

As we turn to the “celebrity awareness” chapter of this life book we call “Living In The Age Of Da Rona, Protests and More,” the black community (especially on social media) is becoming more aware of the obtusely insensitive ways in which celebrities (and brands) have been attempting to show their support during the protests for George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Tony McDade and more.
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Hopping on a trend to appease your ego to avoid real ongoing work when your normal practices contradict the very message of solidarity you displayed on your social media page? That ain’t it.
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On Monday, Lea Michelle (Glee) found herself on the Summer Jam Screen.
“George Floyd did not deserve this. This was not an isolated incident and it must end,” Michele tweeted, adding the hashtag, #BlackLivesMatter.
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Whoa, whoa, whoa—hold up now, Lea, you got too much performative dip on your chip! Why is that, you may ask? Well, former Glee co-star Samantha Ware had one example, which she presented right on display (IN ALL CAPS SO YOU CAN’T MISS THIS READ) via a quote tweet.
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“LMAO REMEMBER WHEN YOU MADE MY FIRST TELEVISION GIG A LIVING HELL?!?!” Ware responded. “‘CAUSE I’LL NEVER FORGET. I BELIEVE YOU TOLD EVERYONE THAT IF [YOU] HAD THE OPPORTUNITY YOU WOULD ‘SHIT IN MY WIG!’ AMONGST OTHER TRAUMATIC MICROAGRESSIONS THAT MADE ME QUESTION A CAREER IN HOLLYWOOD…”.
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As Variety noted, “Ware had a guest recurring role as Jane Hayward in the sixth season of “Glee” in 2015, appearing in 11 episodes” and “Michele played Rachel Berry, one of the main cast members throughout all six seasons of Glee.”
Because most folks in the black community are fed up with coddling the rampant ignorance and dismissive tactics to somehow “support” our struggles, a bulk of Black Twitter either joined in or watched along with much—wait for it—glee. Fellow Glee cast members such as Alex Newell and Amber Riley said a mouthful just by using gifs and Yvette Nicole Brown (who worked with Michele in ABC’s short-lived show The Mayor) boosted Ware with, “I felt every one of those capital letters.”
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Like many microaggressions, this didn’t seem to be an isolated event or one that was solely reserved for Ware. Usually, when several black folks tell us that something in the milk ain’t clean, we have to at least listen.
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Update: 6/2/2020, 6:13 p.m., ET:
It looks like consequences are coming rather swiftly. Meal-kit provider HelloFresh has said “goodbye” to their partnership with Michele.
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“HelloFresh does not condone racism nor discrimination of any kind. We are disheartened and disappointed to learn of the recent claims concerning Lea Michele. We take this very seriously, and have ended our partnership with Lea Michele, effective immediately,” the delivery service company tweeted on Tuesday.
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Update: 6/3/2020, 8:47 a.m. ET: As expected, Michele has released a statement, apologizing for her past actions. Noting that she is soon to be a mother, she confirmed that she should, in turn, become a better role model for her child.
“When I tweeted the other day [in support of George Floyd], it was meant to be a show of support for our friends and neighbors and communities of color during this really difficult time, but the responses I received to what I posted have made me also focus specifically on how my own behavior towards fellow cast members was perceived by them,” Michele told People in a statement.
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Though she said she does not remember making the specific remarks Ware referenced, she noted that it “wasn’t the point” since she “clearly acted in ways which hurt other people.”
“Whether it was my privileged position and perspective that caused me to be perceived as insensitive or inappropriate at times or whether it was just my immaturity and me just being unnecessarily difficult, I apologize for my behavior and for any pain which I have caused,” she added. “We all can grow and change and I have definitely used these past several months to reflect on my own shortcomings.”