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Barbara Walker's show at the Whitworth makes me feel proud to be Black British

Barbara Walker's work in Manchester highlights the need to expand the conversation about art beyond London, showcasing powerful representations of Black identity.

From First Lady to farmer, Amy Sherald paints a Black 'American Sublime' - 48 hills

Sherald's retrospective celebrates Black identity and artistic progress, marking a significant achievement during a politically turbulent time.

The 44 Percent: Black Democrats, Black art during Basel, North Miami's new mayor

Kabuya Pamela Bowens-Saffo highlights the significance of Black art in instilling pride and representation, with her first solo exhibit marking a milestone.

Juxtapoz Magazine - Collins Obijiaku: Atlantic @ Roberts Projects, Los Angeles

The series 'Atlantic' by Collins Obijiaku encapsulates his profound first encounter with the ocean, merging human identity with its transformative essence.

Barbara Walker's show at the Whitworth makes me feel proud to be Black British

Barbara Walker's work in Manchester highlights the need to expand the conversation about art beyond London, showcasing powerful representations of Black identity.

From First Lady to farmer, Amy Sherald paints a Black 'American Sublime' - 48 hills

Sherald's retrospective celebrates Black identity and artistic progress, marking a significant achievement during a politically turbulent time.

The 44 Percent: Black Democrats, Black art during Basel, North Miami's new mayor

Kabuya Pamela Bowens-Saffo highlights the significance of Black art in instilling pride and representation, with her first solo exhibit marking a milestone.

Juxtapoz Magazine - Collins Obijiaku: Atlantic @ Roberts Projects, Los Angeles

The series 'Atlantic' by Collins Obijiaku encapsulates his profound first encounter with the ocean, merging human identity with its transformative essence.
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Review: The best film of 2024 hits Bay Area theaters this week

Nickel Boys uses a unique narrative approach to explore Black identity in America, revealing new insights with each viewing.

'Nickel Boys' director chooses first-person perspective in showing cruelties of a Southern reform school

RaMell Ross's film adaptation of "The Nickel Boys" explores the complex journey of Black identity and perception in America.

Review: The best film of 2024 hits Bay Area theaters this week

Nickel Boys uses a unique narrative approach to explore Black identity in America, revealing new insights with each viewing.

'Nickel Boys' director chooses first-person perspective in showing cruelties of a Southern reform school

RaMell Ross's film adaptation of "The Nickel Boys" explores the complex journey of Black identity and perception in America.
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How Nikki Giovanni's Black American consciousness changed the world

Nikki Giovanni was a defining voice in Black American literature, blending creativity, identity, and political engagement throughout her expansive career.

Opinion | The Alluring Dream That Black America Needs to Wake Up From

The claim of ancient Egypt as a primary ancestor for Black Americans overlooks the rich diversity and complexity of their true heritage.

The Perils of a Post-Racial Utopia

The article discusses the complex interplay between Black identity and societal respect in affluent contexts.

From paper plates to Oprah's stage: The healing power of Rose Hill's art

Art as a healing tool can deeply impact both the artist and the audience.
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Writer Ta-Nehisi Coates returns to nonfiction with his essay collection 'The Message'

Ta-Nehisi Coates argues that Black self-worth should not rely on historical narratives shaped by the enslavers.

Lisbon exhibition seeks to highlight 'the reality of the African diaspora' while looking to the future

The exhibition explores the intersection of African cultures and global ideas, emphasizing Black identity and resilience in the face of colonial histories.

Writer Ta-Nehisi Coates returns to nonfiction with his essay collection 'The Message'

Ta-Nehisi Coates argues that Black self-worth should not rely on historical narratives shaped by the enslavers.

Lisbon exhibition seeks to highlight 'the reality of the African diaspora' while looking to the future

The exhibition explores the intersection of African cultures and global ideas, emphasizing Black identity and resilience in the face of colonial histories.
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The play that changed my life: Arinze Kene's Misty interrogated society and trusted the audience'

Misty challenges narrative norms by exploring black identity and societal expectations through a unique blend of storytelling and live performance.

'I Just Keep Talking' Is a Refreshing and Wide-Ranging Essay Collection

Nell Irvin Painter's 'I Just Keep Talking' enhances her legacy beyond autobiography, delving into themes of Black identity and community.

Ka: The Thief Next to Jesus

Ka critiques the Black American connection to Christianity, revealing both its oppressive tools and its role as a saving grace for enduring struggles.
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Staples: The Black identity in Kamala Harris' Jamaican roots

Millions of Black Americans are descended from slaveholders, revealing complex family histories that intertwine race and identity.

Who's Afraid of Being Black? Not Kamala, Beyonce or Kendrick.

Kamala Harris avoids racial baiting by not deflecting from her multicultural heritage, emphasizing Blackness as a constant identity not to be authenticated or defended.

Opinion: Denigrating Drake, and Kamala Harris, as 'Not Like Us'

Trump and Vance's accusations against Kamala Harris show a lack of understanding for multiracial Black identities and complex cultural mixtures.

Staples: The Black identity in Kamala Harris' Jamaican roots

Millions of Black Americans are descended from slaveholders, revealing complex family histories that intertwine race and identity.

Who's Afraid of Being Black? Not Kamala, Beyonce or Kendrick.

Kamala Harris avoids racial baiting by not deflecting from her multicultural heritage, emphasizing Blackness as a constant identity not to be authenticated or defended.

Opinion: Denigrating Drake, and Kamala Harris, as 'Not Like Us'

Trump and Vance's accusations against Kamala Harris show a lack of understanding for multiracial Black identities and complex cultural mixtures.
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Breaking stereotypes and building futures as a Black gay dad

The author shares their experience of growing up as a Black man raised by a single mother, emphasizing the importance of adoption and advocacy for Black children.

Niijournal: Campbell Addy's Magazine Is Back and It's Got Something to Say

Campbell Addy advocates for inclusivity through Niijournal. Central theme is celebrating diverse identities and fostering dialogue on Blackness and queer identity.

Why can't white America leave Black children's hair alone? | Tayo Bero

A Texas court will decide if a school district can continue to punish a Black teenager for his dreadlocks.
The case highlights the discrimination and control exerted on Black individuals in relation to their hair.

Queenie's Second Life on Screen Gives Her More Room to Grow

Queenie explores the quarter-life growing pains of a young Black British woman through raw social observations and personal challenges.
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