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Roots That Speak: 6 Books That Highlight Black And Native Stories

Having the audacity to pursue truth is a courageous act. And, when studying historical texts or reading for leisure, it is important to examine the written word comparatively. Because the question ...
The Root

Do I Really Have African and Native American Ancestry?

According to the 23andMe DNA-testing service, I have 0.1 percent West African DNA from my mother. I also have approximately 5-6 percent Native American from my mother, who is now deceased. I have a ...
The New York Times

‘African American’ Is Awkward. It’s Time to Use ‘Black.’

The linguist John McWhorter on how language around racial identity is evolving. By David Leonhardt and John McWhorter Produced by Jillian Weinberger In this episode of “The Opinions,” the linguist and ...