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The Teen Who Captured George Floyd’s Death on Film Honored With Bravery…

Darnella Frazier thanked the organization during a virtual gala. On Tuesday PEN America, a nonprofit “at the intersection of literature and human rights,” honored Minneapolis high school student Darnella Frazier for her bravery. Back in May, the 17-year-old Frazier recorded former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin pressing his knee into George Floyd‘s neck for over … Read moreThe Teen Who Captured George Floyd’s Death on Film Honored With Bravery…

Watch Dave Chappelle Open Up to David Letterman About George Floyd

Dave Chappelle was the latest guest on Letterman’s My Next Guest Needs No Introduction. This week, Netflix will release the third season of David Letterman‘s My Next Guest Needs No Introduction. This season will feature appearances by Kim Kardashian-West, Robert Downey Jr., Lizzo, and Dave Chappelle. On Monday, Netflix released a clip from Chappelle’s appearance, where the … Read moreWatch Dave Chappelle Open Up to David Letterman About George Floyd

Derek Chauvin Posts Bond, All Officers in George Floyd Case Are Now…

Derek Chauvin was released after posting $1 million bond on Wednesday. On Wednesday morning, multiple outlets reported that Derek Chauvin, the only officer charged with murder in connection with the death of George Floyd, has been released on bond. With Chauvin’s release, all four of the involved officers have been released from police custody. A … Read moreDerek Chauvin Posts Bond, All Officers in George Floyd Case Are Now…

Michaela Coel, Donald Glover Talk COVID-19, George Floyd, Parenthood

Michaela Coel and Donald Glover had an interesting conversation for GQ. In the most recent issue of Great Britain’s GQ, Donald Glover and Michaela Coel joined each other on a Zoom call for a special conversation. The two discussed the COVID-19 pandemic, the thought processes behind some of their most famous works, and more. Donald Glover … Read moreMichaela Coel, Donald Glover Talk COVID-19, George Floyd, Parenthood

“This is Not Funny At All”: Dave Chappelle Gets Raw About George…

Photo Credit: Netflix Dave Chappelle has released the most striking standup special of his career with 8:46. On Friday morning (June 12th) Netflix released a new Dave Chappelle stand up special called 8:46. It’s unlike any standup special you’ll ever see. The special, which is 27 minutes long and also available in its entirety on … Read more“This is Not Funny At All”: Dave Chappelle Gets Raw About George…

11 Black-Owned Brands Donating to Black Lives Matter, Grassroots Organizations & George…

Photo Credit: Evanka Williamson For those of you who are looking to give back and wear pieces by diverse designers, we’ve rounded up 11 Black-owned brands that are donating profits to social justice organizations.  During these times, protesting and voting might seem like the most useful solutions to showcasing you stand with victims of police … Read more11 Black-Owned Brands Donating to Black Lives Matter, Grassroots Organizations & George…

Don’t Be Fooled By Police Officers Taking A Knee Alongside Protesters

Photo Credit: Tayfun Coskun/Anadolu Agency via Getty Images Colin Kaepernick’s nonviolent approach to bringing awareness to police brutality has been co-opted by police officers across the country as an empty gesture of solidarity alongside protesters. Search “take a knee.” Go on. Among the top stories associated with the search are headlines dedicated to police officers … Read moreDon’t Be Fooled By Police Officers Taking A Knee Alongside Protesters

After Protests In Minneapolis, Justice Department Launches Investigation into George Floyd’s Death

Photo Credit: Jordan Strowder/Anadolu Agency via Getty Images) Floyd’s family and Mayor Jacob Frey are calling for charges against the officers. After widespread footage of the death of Minneapolis resident George Floyd circulated on Tuesday, protests quickly spread throughout the city. By Wednesday night, the protests spilled over into local businesses. Subsequently, the city’s mayor … Read moreAfter Protests In Minneapolis, Justice Department Launches Investigation into George Floyd’s Death

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