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No, Saying ‘Just Kidding’ Doesn’t Make Your Racist Internet Slur OK
A new poll of young people shows there might be hope
Meet Hollis Johnson, the Man Paula Deen Calls Her ‘Black Sheep’
Here’s what we know about her longtime friend and bodyguard.
Cyber Science: Why Memes Go Viral
The most fascinating news from around the web on June 28, 2013
WATCH: Paula Deen’s Apology Video Skips Out on Specifics
“Inappropriate, hurtful language is totally, totally unacceptable,” the TV chef said
WATCH: ‘Eat It Haters’ Parodies Controversial Cheerios Ad
Another adorable little girl helps fight bigotry.
The Geography of U.S. Hate, Mapped Using Twitter
Can a map derived from hateful tweets tell us where homophobes and racists live in the U.S.?
After Asking Students to ‘Explain Why Jews Are Evil,’ Teacher Placed on Leave
Persuasive writing class has teacher pretend to be Third Reich officer.
Is ‘Accidental Racist’ Accidentally Racist? Brad Paisley and LL Cool J’s Track Makes Waves
Country crooner Brad Paisley tackles racism in his new song, with a decidedly mixed reception.
LEGO: We’re Scrapping Star Wars Toy, But Not Because of Muslim Backlash
LEGO says it plans to retire its allegedly “racist” Jabba’s Palace toy set, leading many to conclude the company is caving to backlash.
‘KKK Figure’ Prompts Oberlin College to Cancel Classes
The historically liberal school has seen a remarkable surge in hate crimes in recent weeks.
Duke University Fraternity Suspended over Asian-Themed ‘Racist Rager’
Kappa Sigma Fraternity hosted an Asian-themed party that sparked outrage among the university community for being racist