June 2, 2020
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Where to Donate to Help People Fighting for Racial Justice
More than a week after George Floyd was killed by police in Minneapolis, demonstrations around the country continue in the name of racial justice. Here’s how to donate money to a cause that is actively working to fight police brutality and racial injustice. These include:
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How to Support the Protests if You Can't Attend
In the aftermath of the murder of George Floyd and countless other black people in the US, hundreds (thousands?) of protests have sprung up in every corner of the country demanding justice and accountability, and permanent systemic change to the structural racism this country was built on. During such a...
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What to Bring to a Protest
The first step to joining a protest is simply showing up, but it’s also important to be prepared for all situations—from a long day in extreme weather conditions, to close contact with others in the midst of a pandemic, to possible arrest.
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The Difference Between Being 'Not Racist' and 'Anti-Racist'
Racism is a pestilence that affects the safety and well-being of people of color. As we continue to witness the injustices that exist as a result of racism, one thing is clear: It isn’t enough for our white allies to just be “not racist”; they must be anti-racist. If you’re...
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How to Pickle Cherries
It’s almost summer, I guess—at least that’s what the bags of dark, ruby-red cherries at the grocery store are telling me. Cherry season will last a while, yet it will still seem too brief, which is why I’m taking time to quickly pickle a few out of every bag I...
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Don’t Use Black Lives Matter Hashtags on Your Blackout Tuesday Posts
Users across social media today are posting black squares as part of Blackout Tuesday, a protest planned by two black executives in the music industry. But many are pointing out that by tagging these posts with #BLM or #BlackLivesMatter, people are unintentionally flooding online spaces that are used to share...
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What to Do If You've Been Pepper Sprayed
Pepper spray (including the brand name Mace) causes extreme stinging and burning in the eyes and nose. If you’ve been pepper sprayed, you’ll need to flush the chemical out. Water works, but it’s not the only option.
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J.R. Smith Beats the Brakes Off 'White Boy' for Allegedly Vandalizing His Truck During Protests
Former NBA star J.R. Smith was one of many NBA players who peacefully protested this weekend in the name of George Floyd, but he had some explaining to do after footage surfaced of him engaging in a violent confrontation with another protester.
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The Punk-Ass President Had Peaceful Protesters Tear-Gassed So He Wouldn’t Look Like a Bunker Bitch
President Archie Bunker (but more racist and less likable) heard all our jokes about him hiding as police clashed with protesters Sunday night, so what did he do? He did the only respectable thing that a punk-ass president would do: he had peaceful protesters tear-gassed outside the White House so...
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Man Who Sheltered 70 DC Protesters Says Police Tried to Pepper Spray Through His Windows
A man sheltered 70 protesters in his D.C. home Monday night after police allegedly descended upon a peaceful crowd with pepper spray and batons. The protesters left the home when the district’s new curfew ended at 6 a.m., but not before a night filled with threats and wild accusations by...
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Your Phone Is a Goldmine of Hidden Data for Cops. Here's How to Fight Back
For the thousands of people protesting and reporting on George Floyd’s death at the hands of the Minneapolis Police Department—or even for bystanders caught up in the demonstrations—arrests, injuries, and even death are becoming commonplace in this moment. And just like protests we’ve experienced within the past decade, confrontation with...
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How to Cop-Proof Your Phone Before Heading to a Protest
At some point, everyone reaches a limit where they can no longer sit back and stay silent about injustice in the world. However, if you do plan on attending a protest—even a peaceful one—there are some important precautions you should take with your phone before you go.
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