Race is a hot topic in the Democratic race for the presidency. Hillary Clinton caught flak for recent comments in regard to Dr. Martin Luther King, and Senator Barack Obama has been called "not black enough" by some within and outside of the black community.
Some people like to think race is no longer an issue but it is. The current presidential race is evidence that race matters in America. Some see Barack Obama as a black man running for president versus a presidential candidate who just happens to be black. One of my favorite blogs discusses and presents race in an eloquent and intelligent manner.
Racialicious discusses racial issues and portrayals of minorities across all mediums. The writers cover the good bad and everything in between. Racialicious is very intelligent in its discussion on race. It is well written and thought provoking. It makes me think and reevaluate myself. It makes me examine to see if I harbor misconceptions or prejudices. This site raises questions and issues that I have discussed with my friends and raises some that I never thought of.
http://www.racialicious.com/
The writers place their personal experiences, issues, and thoughts on the table for the whole world to see. Their personalized accounts draw me in especially when I have gone through, thought, or said something similar. The writers conveying of their personal experience adds another special touch to the site.
The site is not simple relegated to typed entries; it also contains podcasts. The podcast feature a round table discussion with the creators, contributors and guests. Racialicous also links to articles or blog entries readers may find interesting.
One particular blog entry I loved was how racial ambiguity makes people feel uncomfortable.
http://www.racialicious.com/2007/07/02/but-you-dont-look/
Another favorite entry of mine was the discussion of the banned racist Merry Melodies cartoons.
http://www.racialicious.com/2006/12/01/banned-racist-merrie-melodies-cartoon-1943s-coal-black-and-de-sebben-dwarfs-2/
Racialicious does a great job at presenting a touchy and emotional topic through witty and smart commentary, which is why I am a faithful reader.
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I agree that there is much discussion and confusion about race, what it is and what it is not.
This is an especially hot topic in the current presidential race and following MLK Day.
Your blog is very interesting, and you raise important questions and information that is present in today's society.
It's great to find something you relate to and can learn from.
I enjoyed reading your blog, and I definitely gained information from it.
I have to agree that race is still an issue in this country, it may not be as blatant as it once was but it's still there. What really caught my eye about in your blog was the "not black enough" comment. When I was growing up I heard the "you're not black enough" phrase a lot from both sides. It's kind of sad how people still think this way.
Good post. Well-constructed and presented positions. Your external voice is clear.
We do need more you in your writing. Your identity gives your readers the context they need to weigh your words. Who you are, what you value and why. Examples. Perspectives.
This was a good start. Keep at it.
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