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54 Jamila: “Why I *heart* Sallie Krawcheck and Marissa Mayer”

Jamila: “Why I *heart* Sallie Krawcheck and Marissa Mayer”

When it comes to women, people equate sacrifice with love. Why are we still fighting the antiquated notion that a woman who has little-to-no desire to be a stay-at-home mom must not love her kids?


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88 While Promoting ‘Flight,’ the REAL Reason Denzel Washington Avoided On-Screen Romances With White Women Is Revealed

While Promoting ‘Flight,’ the REAL Reason Denzel Washington Avoided On-Screen Romances With White Women Is Revealed

Black women who just love themselves some Denzel Washington are going to be upset over this one. If you thought the reason Denzel Washington never kissed white women in the movies was because of his love and appreciation of black women, you were wrong. Find out why.


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15 President Obama just made it easier for you to earn an advanced degree (including an MBA!)

President Obama just made it easier for you to earn an advanced degree (including an MBA!)

The changes initiated by the Obama administration to the federal government’s Income-Based Repayment (IBR) program for federal student loans have recently been finalized, and students can expect to see big savings in the amount they will have to shell out in student loan repayments. In other words, it just got a whole lot cheaper for students to attend school, and those pursuing advanced degrees should expect to see the biggest savings.


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75 Jamila: “He said I was too broke to be in a relationship.”

Jamila: “He said I was too broke to be in a relationship.”

Everyone single person hates this question, but we’ve all probably been asked it at one time or another: So, why are you single? I like to respond that I just haven’t met the right guy yet. But I have a sneaking suspicion that the real reason I’m single is because I’m poor–hardworking and ambitious, but poor all the same.


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32 You Mean They Have a Name for That?! A Scientific Look at Why Blackistan Exists

You Mean They Have a Name for That?! A Scientific Look at Why Blackistan Exists

This blog is accused time and time again of ‘praising the white man, who can do no wrong’ while bashing black men, who are the quote-unquote scum of the Earth. Beyond Black and White is accused of this because any discussion of the dysfunctions within the black community is seen as putting the dirty laundry of black folks out in public. The fact that we also talk about interracial dating here is just the salt in the wounds of some folks caused by the open discussion of the very real abuse that black women and girls have experienced at the hands of black men.


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5 Northwestern Mutual Survey Highlights Gender Differences in the Priorities of Black College Graduates

Northwestern Mutual Survey Highlights Gender Differences in the Priorities of Black College Graduates

Despite suffering crushing financial hits during the recent recession, African American college graduates are optimistic about their ability to become financially stable.


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161 Watch this Short, Award-Winning Film on Interracial Relationships in Germany: Schwarz Weiss Deutsch

Watch this Short, Award-Winning Film on Interracial Relationships in Germany: Schwarz Weiss Deutsch

Schwarz Weiss Deutsch (English title: Germany in Black and White) stars a couple, played by Fabian Püschel and Eve Wangui,who discuss their interracial relationship and racial politics in Germany.


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64 Have the Publicists for the Recent Slavery-themed Films Begun To Respond to the Complaints?

Have the Publicists for the Recent Slavery-themed Films Begun To Respond to the Complaints?

Is Hollywood finally listening to the concerns of black women and how their image is portrayed in the media? “Django Unchained” releases a second video that give Kerry Washington more character depth.


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9 Younger, Less-Educated, People of Color Are The Most Likely to Identify as LGBT

Younger, Less-Educated, People of Color Are The Most Likely to Identify as LGBT

Are African Americans really homophobic? A surprising study has found that blacks are actually the most likely racial group to openly identify as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (LGBT)


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12 All The Black People Who Got Hired In September Were Women

All The Black People Who Got Hired In September Were Women

Look who started getting a paycheck this December.


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28 Notes About the Bus Driver with the Killer Uppercut: “Men Are People Too”

Notes About the Bus Driver with the Killer Uppercut: “Men Are People Too”

For the passed few days, everyone has been speculating about the woman receiving the, “FINISH HIM!!” uppercut. But what about the man who was, hit and spit on?


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9 Friday Funny: YouTube Video “Capuchin Monkeys Reject Unequal Pay”

Friday Funny: YouTube Video “Capuchin Monkeys Reject Unequal Pay”

This brings a whole new definition to “monkey business” lol


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85 Bloggers Continue to Take Jabs at Black Women Who Prefer Interracial Dating

Bloggers Continue to Take Jabs at Black Women Who Prefer Interracial Dating

Black women catch so much flack for seeking interracial relationships. Now black bloggers are targeting K. Michelle and her unapologetic preference for white men.


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6 Meet the First Lady of Justice: Fatou Bensouda

Meet the First Lady of Justice: Fatou Bensouda

Ms. Fatou B. Bensouda, from the Republic of The Gambia, assumed the position of Chief Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court in June 2012. Described as “a composed, stately woman with serene features” who projects “confidence and gravitas” and never forgets a name, Ms. Bensouda also has the experience to back up her demeanor.


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38 NYT Critic Takes a Shot At Black Female-White Male Relationships: “They’re Weird”

NYT Critic Takes a Shot At Black Female-White Male Relationships: “They’re Weird”

Television shows featuring black women happily boo-ed up with their white male significant others are gaining traction and started to appear more frequently. But this increased visibility is also bringing some critique. One New York Times writer takes his shot.


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