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By Thabiti Lewis Last week, Lebron James responded to a number of racist Twitter messages he received. He reluctantly conceded that race is perhaps the reason many are rooting against him. In doing so, after years of trying to be politically correct and race neutral Lebron revealed for the second time in three weeks the […]

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VIA: MadameNoire and WSBTV.com Michelle Fonville stepped into Natural Nails in DeKalb County (GA) last week for a manicure, pedicure and eyebrow arch. She was surprised to find out that the cost was $5 more than what it should have been – and more surprised when she found out why. Fonville says the manager of […]

Applicants will no longer be asked up front whether they have a criminal record. However later on in the interview process individuals will receive a back ground check. Giving them the opportunity to explain their conviction and hopefully avoid being discriminated upfront. As usual it will be up to the employers as to whether or […]

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Ah, Wal-Mart…one of America’s favorite discount department stores, grocers and sometimes a one stop shop for every late craving you could ever experience. Today, the corporation has caused quite another stir with the recent news that they’re facing a rather large class action lawsuit for deliberate gender bias and discrimination against an employee. Wal-Mart greeter […]