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How Black Stereotypes in Film and Media Reinforces Racism in America

Recently, I wrote about four black stereotypes in American films here. It wasn’t enough as I didn’t touch on a few crucial topics that were…
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5 Hispanic and Latinx Stereotypes in American Films

Hispanic and Latinx people have been in American films since the early 1900’s, but didn’t majorly break into American film production until the 1970’s. However,…
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How 4 Black Stereotypes are Portrayed in American Films

There are many incredible black filmmakers and actors like Denzel Washington, Ava Duvernay, Spike Lee, and Jordan Peele. Despite their great works, there are stereotypes…
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Why Are There Are So Few Women in Clinical Trials?

A lack of women in clinical trials contributes to frequent misdiagnosis and drug overdose. How can we get more women as volunteer subjects?
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Why Does TikTok Shadow Ban Black Creators?

TikTok is one of the most used social media platforms to date. The virality of the content that gets featured on this app allows for…
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How 4 Indigenous Stereotypes are Portrayed in American Films

Ever since the beginning of American history, Indigenous people have faced much oppression. Along with oppression, they have gone through a lot of racist, stereotypical…
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Is There Racism in Film Festivals?

After almost two years of a global pandemic, attendance at film festivals is beginning to go up away. One of the essential parts of the…
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How 5 Asian Stereotypes are Portrayed in American Films

Asians in American films have gone through many racist stereotypes and misrepresentations throughout history. In this day and age, positive representation is what people generally…
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How The 1980’s Pushed Women Out of Computer Science

Computer Science wasn't always a "guy thing." Talented women showed promise in the emerging field of tech, but the 1980's set them back.
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4 Obstacles keeping Women and People of Color out of STEM

Why are Women and People of Color underrepresented in STEM fields? This list demonstrates some of the barriers to equity for science students.
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