ongoing invasion of Ukraine. The atomically stupid video has racked up nearly one million views on Twitter as of Friday morning.“It went brilliantly.
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man’s now-deleted Instagram account, but was re-shared Tuesday to the left-leaning watchdog account Patriot Takes, where it’s amassed over 66,000 views.In the shocking footage, captioned “distrubing,” right-wing rabble-rouser Ethan Schmidt can be seen berating a clerk at the discount store Five Below, where they appear to be selling clothing emblazoned with BHM slogans.“This is like very disturbing to me … Like, the Black History and then the LGBT stuff,” Schmidt says to the bewildered female employee, who’s folding clothes at the counter. “Like, why don’t they have like white history month and like why don’t they celebrate straight pride?” He adds, “Why aren’t they more inclusive?”“It’s disturbing, man.
Where’s white history month and straight pride?”Kari Lake supporter Ethan Schmidt harassed a Five Below employee because the store is selling colorful Black History Month t-shirts. pic.twitter.com/hQ2wy5xOFcThe flummoxed worker responds, “I don’t have any answers for you.
I’m sorry.”Undaunted by her response, Schmidt claims that he feels “discriminated against” and asks if there’s a way to “complain to corporate” about the supposed double standard. “I can get you like a phone number, but I can’t like do anything at the store,” replies the patient employee.
The clip concludes with Schmidt thanking her before turning the camera on himself, whereupon he reiterates how “disturbing” the pro-POC couture is. “Where’s white history month and straight pride?” he repeats.
The video sparked a major backlash toward Schmidt on Twitter, with one critic writing: “I can’t wait until karma catches up with him.”“White history month is literally every other month you learn normal history,” fumed another. “Straight pride is every day you
.ongoing invasion of Ukraine. The atomically stupid video has racked up nearly one million views on Twitter as of Friday morning.“It went brilliantly.
Black History Month, we have put together a round-up of some of the podcasts that are on our radar and in our ears. These podcasts and their hosts -- ranging from 's Yvonne Orji and MSNBC's Joy-Ann Reid, to Chad Ochocinco and many more -- tap into the Black experience in many ways. Whether they’re examining the latest news in pop culture, making us lead healthier lives, making us talk, or most importantly, just making us listen, scroll through to find out more about our favorite podcasts!- Kid Fury and Crissle give their weekly hot takes on pop culture, Black culture and Beyoncé.
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Kerry Washington pays tribute to Rosa Parks for Black History Month in a unique way. The actress transformed herself into some trailblazing figures in history, including Rosa Parks, Olympian Wilma Rudolph, and supermodel Beverly Johnson.“Back with some more #BlackHERstory! This time celebrating THE Rosa Parks,” the star wrote, alongside a picture of her dressed as Parks. “A lot of people think that Rosa’s activism started with her refusing to give up her seat on the bus.
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Warner Bros. Home Entertainment tweeted a Black History Month tribute today “spotlighting some of our favorite DC characters” including Will Smith’s Deadshot, Jurnee Smollett’s Black Canary and Idris Elba’s Bloodsport. Fans began responding with photos of Ray Fisher as Cyborg in Warner Bros. Justice League and sent #IStandWithRayFisher trending on Twitter.
Black History Month, a crucial time to learn about different Black lives and stories that have left a significant mark on our society.MORE: 10 inspiring Black History Month books that kids will loveAs the month progresses, various stars such as Kerry Washington and Tracee Ellis Ross are taking to Instagram to share all the different ways in which they commemorate the significance of the month. From photo recreations to special music videos and more, here are how different celebrities are honoring Black history.WATCH: Prince Harry and Meghan Markle commemorate Black History MonthRihanna kicked it off with news that sent fans wild. Just two days after the singer announced her pregnancy alongside A$ap Rocky with stunning photos in the streets of New York, she shared with her followers an intimate photo of her growing baby bump.The star shared a picture from her bathroom where she was lifting an orange sports jersey to show her belly.
A desperate mum who cares for her terminally-ill son claims the care system has ‘collapsed’ due to the pandemic and has not recovered.
WASHINGTON -- The six Black members of President Joe Biden's Cabinet on Thursday celebrated Black History Month by discussing their roles, some of which are historic firsts.Actor Taraji P. Henson and athletes Sloane Stephens and Nneka Ogwumike also took part in a separate discussion on the importance of mental health and wellness among Blacks.Cedric Richmond, a former congressman who also is Black and is a top adviser to the president, moderated a conversation about Black leadership with the Cabinet members who advise Biden on everything from the military to foreign affairs to the economy.Michael Regan, the first Black man to lead the Environmental Protection Agency, said during the livestreamed event that Black leadership is “extremely important.”“Diverse leadership is extremely important because this is a democracy and, in order for a democracy to work, its leadership should reflect the people that it represents,” he said.Other participants included Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, the first Black person in the post; Housing and Urban Development Secretary Marcia Fudge; U.S.