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How Obama Can 'Greatly Admire' George Washington and Call Him a 'Slaveholder,' ExplainedHarry didn’t know a lot about white people.Born in current-day Gambia around 1740, he lost his birth name when he was sold as a war captive to human traffickers. He still didn’t have a last name when he was purchased by an American real estate investor who needed...Read more -
The Wake-Up Call: Not All White People...In 2018, I received an email, a tweet and DM, all about the same subject:Here’s the DM:I’m gonna keep this short and sweet. You suck. You are an embarrassment to African-Americans. You’re a disingenuous, racist, insincere, unfunny boorish douche of a man. Here’s an idea for you and the...Read more -
Throwback Thursday: Maybe America Is Racist(Wikimedia Commons)This article was originally published on April 12, 2021.A few years ago, while covering...Read more -
Super Lawyer Lisa E. Davis Blacksplains How Black Genius Was Stolen, Exploited and ErasedHistory gets whitewashed. News gets watered down. Even the truth can be transformed into something safe, sanitized and whitesplained. Except on Blacksplained. Each week, host Michael Harriot will pick one question about history, politics, science, culture or anything else worth talking about. But instead of giving his opinion or sharing...Read more -
Excerpt: The Invisible Crisis That Puts Black Women at Risk Every MonthWhile we have heard much about Black maternal mortality and the dismal disparity that Black women are more likely to die in childbirth than all other groups in this country, I ask you to consider that this fact is just one thread to pull on the full picture of...Read more -
150 Years Ago, a Traffic Dispute Destroyed American DemocracyOn Feb. 24, 1865, The Liberator published a letter from a white Union Army officer describing the bravest, handsomest warrior he had ever met:…the only question I ever hear debated among the [white] officers is, whether [Black soldiers] are equal or superior to whites. I have never heard...Read more -
CRT For HOTD: A Breakdown of the Political Parties on 'House of the Dragon' S3, E03(Courtesy of HBO)Will Rhaenyra appoint Zohran Mamdani as Hand of the King? Should Ketanji Brown Jackson replace the...Read more -
Securing the Bag vs. the New Black Agenda(Photo by Envato)Black America was at a crossroads.In 1972, 10,000 Black people convened in Gary, Indiana for the...Read more -
250 in Black: The Other American Revolutions(Photo by Envato/ContrabandCamp)ContrabandCamp’s five-part series “250 In Black” will commemorate the nation’s 250th birthday by exploring...Read more -
250 in Black: Christmas Eve for ColonizersContrabandCamp’s five-part series “250 In Black” will commemorate the nation’s 250th birthday by exploring the founding of America from a Black perspective. This is part four. Read part one, part two and part three.Happy Whiteteenth!Tomorrow is White Emancipation Day, the Fourth of You Lie, Colonize-oween,...Read more -
250 in Black: Elie Mystal Rewrites the ConstitutionContrabandCamp’s five-part series “250 in Black” will commemorate the nation’s 250th birthday by exploring America’s origin story from a Black perspective. This is part three. Read part one here and part two here.America used to be kid-neutral. As a child-rearing originalist, I grew up during a...Read more
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250 in Black: The Secret Slave Massacres That Started AmericaContrabandCamp’s five-part series “250 in Black” will commemorate the nation’s 250th birthday by exploring America’s origin story from a Black perspective. This is part two. Read part one here.When in the Course of human events, it becomes necessary for one people to dissolve the political bands...Read more -
CRT For HOTD: The Valyrian Black Caucus Recaps 'House of the Dragon' S3, E02(HBO, House of the Dragon)Each week, ContrabandCamp’s CRT for HOTD will recap HBO’s “House of the...Read more -
250 in Black: This.(Envato/ContrabandCamp)ContrabandCamp’s five-part series “250 In Black” will commemorate the nation’s 250th birthday by exploring the founding...Read more -
The Wake-Up Call Live: Uncology 101I am an unc.You may be thinking: “I have nieces and nephews, too.” However, achieving the status of unc has nothing to do with your sister or brother producing children. According to a 2023 study by the Black Lineage, Ancestry & Culture Keepers’ Foundation for Off-Label Kinsmen (BLACKFOLK), 47.2% of men with nieces and nephews don’t meet...Read more
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Throwback Thursday: The Oppression of White AmericaThis article was originally published on June 22, 2018.I was abused as a child.Growing up as the only boy in the house, I was constantly attacked by women. First of all, I had to clean my room every single day. Meanwhile, my three sisters could split their...Read more -
CRT for HOTD: Sheepstealer Recaps 'House of the Dragon,' S3, E01“House of the Dragon” (HBO)Each week, ContrabandCamp’s CRT for HOTD will recap HBO’s “House of the...Read more -
Let's Choose the Fight for Global Reparations Rather Than the Diaspora Wars(Photo by Envato)The African diaspora wars are real, and in the end, the disunity is exacting a toll...Read more
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We Got Receipts: The Great Land HeistEditor’s Note: This is part two of the “We Got Receipts” series, which explains why Black people have a rightful claim to reparations. Part one explored how Black bodies were monetized during slavery. In part two, we explore how Black landowners had their property seized through either violence...Read more -
James Dolan Can't Seem to Read the Room(Screenshot, NBA via YouTube)There are few things in life that fit together less naturally than James Dolan and...Read more
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Brinity Blessings: Bryce & Trinity Win ‘Love Island USA’, Cutely Coupled Up Duo Reveal Romance Plans Post-VillaLove Island USA Season 8 has officially crowned its newest winners, and some Brinity blessings are afoot. After six weeks of romance, drama, bombshell arrivals, and viral moments, America chose Trinity Tatum and Bryce Detloff as the couple taking home the $100,000 grand prize. ...read more -
Angelina Jolie & Brad Pitt’s Kids Zahara And Maddox Take Out Newspaper Ads To Officially Drop ‘Pitt’ from Last NameTwo of Angelina Jolie’s children, Zahara and Maddox, went to great lengths to remove their father’s last name from their legal names. Zahara and Maddox have taken another legal step toward officially removing Brad Pitt’s last name. ...read more -
White Texas Teen Arrested For Evidence Tampering In Death Of Black Teen Daniel ErvingThe mystery surrounding 18-year-old Daniel Erving’s death at Lake Ray Hubbard just took another jaw-dropping turn, and it’s raising even more questions about what really happened during those fateful moments in April. Sadly, this latest update runs parallel toread more -
JAŸ-Z Umlaut Unloads On Colin Kaepernick & ‘Twitter Activists’ In Yankee Stadium Freestyle & Social Media Sounds OffJaÿ-Z albums often come with five-year hiatuses, and guest verses are rare, so when he has something to get off his chest, he turns to his old faithful, a freestyle. He pulled the stuntread more -
Roc Resplendence: Jay-Z Closes Yankee Stadium Residency Following Hours-Long Delay, Delivers With Beyoncé, Rihanna, Teyana Taylor, Usher & MoreDespite an hours-long delay and a super late start to the show, Jay-Z treated his fans to a myriad of special guests at his July 12 Yankee Stadium concert.read more -
Ush Bucks Balling! Dave Chappelle’s Shenanigans Completely Steal The Spotlight At Usher’s DC ConcertAn unforgettable arena moment turned into a hilarious viral moment when the legendary comedy and classic R&B met during a concert. While fans packed the house expecting a night of high-energy choreography and nostalgic hits, Usher‘s concert took a wildly unexpected turn into a live...read more -
Black Excellence Brunch Honors Beloved Icon, Culinary Queen & Songstress Supreme Patti LaBelle At Exclusively Exquisite NOLA AffairThe famed Black Excellence Brunch continues to redefine the elevated event experience that returned to NOLA for a celebration of beloved icon, cuisine queen, and songstress supreme, Patti LaBelle, at an exclusively exquisite all-white affair on the...read more -
Birthday BaeHavior: Tia Mowry Gets Sweet 48th Bday Wishes From New Boo, Social Media Is Here For It!Tia Mowry celebrated her 48th birthday on July 8 surrounded by family and friends, while her new man made it clear that he’s all in on their love. ...read more -
Zen-SLAY-a! A Gorgeous Gallery Of Zendaya’s Most Iconic Looks Over the YearsWhen it comes to Hollywood fashion, it’s impossible not to mention the iconic duo of Zendaya and Law Roach. Time and time again, they’ve proven why they’re considered the gold standard of celebrity style. Whether she’s walking a movie premiere, commanding...read more
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Social Media Users Speculate Whether Lil Wayne’s Cryptic Post Is About Jay-Z’s Anniversary ConcertLil Wayne shared a cryptic post on Sunday, July 12, prompting social media users to mention Jay-Z. The Roc Nation co-founder ended his three-day run in New York City on Sunday as...Read more -
Mom Of Teen Who Was On Horn Island With Nolan Xavier Wells Says Family Is Receiving Death Threats: “We Also Want To Know What Happened”Chancery Judge Ashlee Cole, the mom of Warren Hudson, a teen who was on Horn Island with Nolan Xavier Wells, says her family...Read more -
Come Back, Sis! Rihanna Has Fans Begging For Her Return After Message At Jay-Z’s Concert (WATCH)These days, catching Rihanna outside could just mean her on an NYC stroll with her three kids. But on Sunday, July 12, mama mode gave way to...Read more -
Whew! Michael B. Jordan Steps Out In “Regular Clothes” & The Ladies Are LOSING It: “B Stands For Blow My Back Out”Michael B. Jordan popped out at Jay-Z‘s New York show donning “regular clothes,” and the ladies are LOSING it, dropping unhinged reactions.RELATED: Read more -
Hol’ Up! Dave Chappelle Surprised Usher At His Concert & The Moment Is Going Viral (VIDEO)Dave Chappelle surprised Usher during his recent concert in Washington, D.C., and a video of the hilarious moment has gone viral. Usher is currently performing on the ‘R&B Tour’ with...Read more -
UPDATE: Gloss Up’s Management Shares Graphic Photos After Doctors Allegedly Save Her Injured FootGloss Up‘s foot was saved during surgery amid reports that it had been amputated following a near-fatal car accident. On Sunday, July 12, the recording artist claimed amputation on her Instagram...Read more -
Nolan Xavier Wells’ Mom Shares Message For Those “Joking” About Her Son’s Death Alongside Words For His FriendsNolan Xavier Wells‘ mom, Christine Wonsley, has shared a message for those “joking” about her son’s death alongside words for her son’s friends.RELATED: Read more
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Teen Clarifies Timing Of Pool Party Image Speculated As Part Of Nolan Xavier Wells’ Last Moments, Says Ben Crump Is Taking “Advantage” Of His ParentsTracestin Shepherd has now clarified the timing of a pool party image that is being speculated as part of Nolan Xavier...Read more
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