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lightbulb-production-studio · 4 months ago

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Did You Know? | 3 Black Historical Figures

#BlackHistoryMonth #CarterGWoodson

#ThurgoodMarshall #USSupremeCourt

#JohnMercerLangston

#youtube #history #photography #photos #historical photos #black history #black men #black culture #black tumblr #black americans #african american history #african american influence #didyouknow #John Mercer Langston #thurgood marshall #Carter G Woodson #black lives matter #black history month

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yourdailyqueer · 2 months ago

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Ve'ondre Mitchell

Gender: Transgender woman

Sexuality: Queer

DOB: 13 April 2004

Ethnicity: African American, Latin American (unspecified)

Occupation: Influencer, singer, activist

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asanee44 · 3 months ago

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How Voodoo Influenced Black Music and Shaped Church Culture

The spiritual traditions of voodoo have deeply influenced black music and church culture. This episode uncovers the spiritual connection between the call-and-response patterns of Vodou ceremonies and the rhythms of gospel music, blues, jazz, and even hip-hop. Discover how the rituals, chants, and drumming of Vodou formed the foundation for Black musical expression. These elements even infused the…

#African-American traditions #Black music #Black spirituality #church culture #cultural heritage #gospel music #music history #spiritual influence #vodou

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the-garbanzo-annex-jr · 6 months ago

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by Dion J. Pierre

Anti-Zionist activists recently launched a barrage of racist attacks against African Americans on social media, triggering an exchange of insults as well as arguments over the Arab world’s role in enslaving Black Africans.

“Black people also wear a uniform and get on a plane and come to our countries and kill us!” one influencer said in a compilation of TikTok posts shared by pro-Israel activist Hen Mazzig. “You vote the same f—king melanated f—king people to government that sign papers to kill us. I don’t want to hear it anymore!”

“Keep Palestinians names out of your f—king mouths when you’re trying to defend your decision for voting for Kamala,” another said, referring to Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris, who is Black.

TikTok user “Dan1ahan” charged that Black Americans “switched up 180 on Palestinians and people who are Palestinian activists the second we have a Black woman running for office,” describing the alleged betrayal as “disgusting.” Touching on the upcoming US presidential election, one Arab woman said all Black people want is a “token ethnic president” in office.

Black TikTok influencers descended on the platform in droves to denounce the comments, with several announcing that they intended not only to remove Gaza-related content from their profiles but also to cease engaging in anti-Zionist activity entirely. The conversation escalated in subsequent posts, touching on the continuance of Black slavery in the Arab world and what young woman called “voracious racism” against African Americans.

“What’s even crazier is that earlier people were like, oh these are bots, no — this is how people really feel. And she made a video that’s a real human being that feels exactly that way,” an African American woman said. “These are people who feel like they are entitled to the support of Black people no matter what, that they get to push us around and tell us who the hell we get to vote for if we support them … They’ve lost their minds.”

An African American male said, “Why don’t we talk about the Arab slave trade? And keep in mind that the Arabs have enslaved more Black people than the Europeans combined.” Another African American woman accused Arabs of not denouncing slavery in Antebellum America.

“We spend our money with you,” she said. “We stand in solidarity with you, and you keep asking for more, and more, and more, and it’s never enough.”

This is not the first time that anti-Zionists have hurled racist abuse and expletives at Black Americans while denigrating their accomplishments and status as full citizens of the United States.

#anti-zionists #african americans #black people #influencers #tiktok

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the-blueprint · 2 months ago

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AFRICAN AMERICANS HAVE NO CULTURE? BET!

This video highlights African American culture, illustrating how it is the most influential culture in the world.

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weldnas · 1 year ago

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#Seeing the dune part 2 american centric red carpet and as a devoted aficionado of the books and yk a moroccan person here are my 2 cents #Dune was one of the few Western works inspired by MENA culture that that felt genuine and respectful #But ofc despite the profound symbiosis with Middle Eastern and North African culture evident within the pages of the novels #the movie adaptation lack of substantive representation from these communities both in on-screen portrayals and within production roles was #very much disappointing in part 1 and i doubt there are any change now #While drawing inspiration from the Amazigh peoples of Algeria and Morocco #the film barely skims the surface of its MENA influences leaving substantial potential untapped #Herbert openly acknowledged the profound impact of Islam and MENA culture on his noveIs #from the metaphorical representation of Spice as oil #to the allegorical parallels drawn between the occupation of Arrakis and real-world MENA geopolitics #By marginalizing Arabs from the narrative fabric of Dune the essence of the story is being undermined particularly its anti-colonial core #the irony of this is kiIIing me because this was a direct resuIt of us impérialism on the middIe east #But the reality is that Dune is an American production tailored for an American audience so it makes sense for it to be what it is now #a big production running from its original essence #What adds to my disappointment is the fact that I liked Villeneuve's adaptation of Incendies and I had what you call foolish hope hfhg #Dune feIt Iike a squandered opportunity to authentically depict the cultural milieu that inspired it #Given the narrative's inherent anti-colonial themes #the omission of Arab and North African voices dilute its message if any of it is even left #without representation from Arabs and Amazigh people the cultural essence becomes another appropriated resource watered down to an aestheti #rather than serving as a critique of the destructive actions of colonialists seeking power and dominance #the narrative becomes susceptible to distortion and co-option by the very entities it was intended to condemn and hold accountable

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crowtoed · 3 months ago

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(These masks are (best of my reckoning): Top row- Aztec, Mixtec, Aztec , Middle row- Maya, Moche, Teotihuacan, Bottom row- Aztec, Aztec, Moche?)

I love the obvious Pre-Columbian Central and South American mask influence in the Mourn Watch's helmets. I'm sure the Mourn Watch masks aren't jade, but the bronze accents are there with the inlaid teeth.

#Dragon Age #da:tv #dragon age veilguard #Mourn Watch #Nevarra #Except not #mesoamerica #pre columbian #artifacts #There's also a BUNCH of Meso-American influence in the Lords of Fortune's armor.#As well are West African masks

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bijoumikhawal · 3 months ago

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*sees a long post from an American comparing Cardassia to the USSR/China* *rolls eyes and keeps scrolling*

#cipher talk #It's not that I think those are bad comparisons #It's that I don't trust white American liberals to make them and when yall do it tends to leave a bad taste in my mouth #Kinda veers into orientalism (and yes this is a factor in how Americans and Western Europe views Russia for shitty reasons)#As well as a weird fascination combined with loathing towards leftists that's just gross to be around #I don't even especially like the USSR or some of China's policies post revolution #Including the tendency some people have toward Han supremacy #But Cardassia is a Mish mash of whatever is scary to white progressive men in the 90s #And includes inspiration from the Ottoman British and Japanese empires as well as the Nazis who were Not Communists #So primarily analyzing Cardassia as a communist nation really is just. Foolish? Because they're also compared to fascists #Especially because we don't ACTUALLY know anything about Cardassian economics or much detail about politics #We know they venerate the family (which rings true for Chinese Japanese and Ottoman comparisons)#We know they have a military led ruling class that tries to balance with the Detapa council; military ruling class is not really like #A communist thing it's a dictatorship/authoritarian/fascist thing. A lot of African countries have or had those #Almost none of us are 'communist' in a meaningful way. At best Nasser was a socialist and that's not the same #And you can infer there's classism even from alpha Canon as well as food insecurity #If anything I think a pretty pressing comparison to Cardassia as a whole is they're Turks.#And even that is vague and stretches a bit because they weren't DESIGNED with that much intention #They were designed to be scary and not with a specific ideology and economic policy #If they were designed with such specifics by a politically informed person you would NOT have references to the Nazis alongside references #To communism because those two things are actually the opposite economic/political policy #And the ways they commit atrocities such as genocide or extend neocolonial influence aren't the same!#China for example has a VERY different stance to the US when it does that to the point where many Africans vastly prefer #To deal with Chinese companies because there's a material benefit from it even though Africans are often not getting a good deal #This doesn't make those dealings 'good' but it goes to show how just having a political history recently rooted in communism #Impacts how a government approaches things #Any government unfortunately is capable of genocide colonialism and imperialism. Resistance to those things is not simple.

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iwtvdramacd18 · 2 years ago

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If I'll be vulnerable for a hot sec as a black trans person its very telling especially in fandoms how invisible we are-- these are white dominated spaces ofc ESPECIALLY with regards to Vampire Chronicles fandom-- to constantly see black characters depicted as cis when non-black characters get to be interpreted as trans. I think it's especially telling in Louis' case where we have a character literally over-performing an ideal of masculinity (one that is also skewed towards existing in white spaces as well) and then easing into a form of masculinity that fits him, one that is notably more "graceful" and "softer" (in quotes bc I don't think these are the right terms, but I can't think of the right ones rn); these are things I've seen many other transmascs talk about wrt other characters but bc of Louis' blackness there's a resistance to trying to understand him in similar ways. Because you can't perfectly put yourself into his role. He isn't "default" trans bc of his blackness. Seeing him and other black characters as the token stand-in cis especially "well-meaning but confused" it's honestly hurtful.

#drama txt #especially with him being african-american specifically like lmaoooo #we really gonna sit here and pretend like black trans people don't have MASSIVE influences on USA trans culture?????#I won't get into it. I won't get into it.

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my-outfitisamasterpiece · 2 months ago

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Asia Monet at the Sonic Hedgehog Movie Premiere 24'

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lightbulb-production-studio · 5 months ago

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the untold legacy of Fred Halmtom and his profound impact on American history. You may not know his name, but by the end of this video, you’ll understand why he deserves a spot in the pantheon of American changemakers.

If you found this video insightful, don't forget to hit that 'like' button and subscribe for more stories that shape our understanding of history. Let’s honor Fred’s legacy together by not just remembering his contributions but also by continuing his work today #Fredhalmtom #africanamericanhistory #blackhistory #theblackpantherparty #americanhistory #black #blackexcellence #blacklivesmatter #blackmen #blackwomen

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yourdailyqueer · 2 months ago

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Psyiconic (Kelon Campbell)

Gender: Male (she/her in drag)

Sexuality: Queer

DOB: 17 July 1995

Ethnicity: African American

Occupation: Comedian, influencer, drag artist

#Psyiconic #Kelon Campbell #Terri Joe #lgbt #lgbtq #black excellence #qpoc #qmoc #queerness #male #queer #1995 #black #african american #comedian #influencer #drag arstist

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sheltiechicago · 1 year ago

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“Aesthetics from Africa”

“The world of beauty has witnessed the celebration of diverse aesthetics. For a long time, the fashion industry's perception of beauty was seen through a Eurocentric lens. However, in recent times, African American model and influencer Sonia Barbie Tucker, originally from Ghana, has been showcasing the rich and vibrant aesthetics of Africa.”

by Frank Zhang

Creative Photo Awards

#frank zhang #photographer #creative photo awards #aesthetics from africa #beauty #fashion #african american model and influencer sonia barbie tucker #ghana #africa

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pentrologram · 1 day ago

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there’s probably someone way smarter than me who can explain it better but kendrick lamar’s halftime show was an amazing performance piece that goes beyond a “super bowl halftime show”

the american flag motifs? uncle sam telling him his art is too ghetto and essentially too “black”? praising him for doing a censored disney song instead? AND DOING IT ALL IN FRONT OF THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES???

and oh yeah he called drake a pedophile in front of the entire nation

#^ from the rbs #i also want to add on (come back to this after you’ve read that)#that first person shooter #the drake song that started the beef #mentions being in the superbowl #drake also opened a tooooon of lawsuits against dot for not like us which is what lead to the teasing of it throughout the performance #the visual of the american flag was meant to be taken literally. we can lean on each other but currently we stand divided #it was very impactful and though i’m not african american #(guyanese)#i still feel terribly comforted as a dark skinned person who grew up surrounded by white persons #also!! dot saying that the revolution won’t be televised?#that was a direct jab at trump #who was in attendance #because that line is from a song written by a popular advocate who is credited with heavy influence on hip hop #hope this helps love <33

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iamentertainmentclub-blog · 2 months ago

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Proverbs Daily Reflection – December 8, 2024

Good morning, all of you Blessed, and Beloved of the Lord! I love spending my mornings seeking the wisdom of Yahweh. He is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path. - Psalm 119:105 #josephmekaelpageministries

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viraltrendsspot · 3 months ago

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Music Legend Quincy Jones Has Passed Away At Age 91

Quincy Jones, the legendary music producer and composer, passed away at the age of 91 on November 3, 2024.

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