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Prime Time TV Changes its Color

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With the recent surge of popularity of “Scandal” (Season 4 premiere of 9.8 million viewers, Entertainment Weekly), “How to Get Away with Murder” (series premiere of 14 million viewers, Entertainment Weekly) and “Black-ish” (series premiere of 10.8 million viewers, Entertainment Weekly), there is seemingly a quest to infiltrate the white culture that has dominated television for … [Read more...] about Prime Time TV Changes its Color

Why I Won’t Stop Talking About Race

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When will we discontinue our insertion of race into every American political conflict or into every American social injustice? On the surface, Pepperdine is a welcoming and appreciative community. Promoted in the charismatic catalogues we browse before applying and some personal encounters with fellow Waves, Pepperdine generally demonstrates sincere interest in its … [Read more...] about Why I Won’t Stop Talking About Race

Understanding Perspectives on Michael Brown’s Death

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Editor’s Note: Opinions expressed in guest columns are those of the author, and publication in the Graphic in no way represent an endorsement of any opinions published. Articles in the Graphic regarding the police killing of Michael Brown in Ferguson, Mo., and issues of structural racism compel me to write from the perspective of a Missouri native and as a … [Read more...] about Understanding Perspectives on Michael Brown’s Death

Letter to the Editor 09.11.14 Edition

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Editor’s Note: Opinions expressed in letters to the editor are those of the author, and publication in the Graphic in no way represent an endorsement of any opinions published. This space is provided to allow public response and commentary on articles and issues which are covered by the Graphic and important to its readership. Dear Editor, After reading “Politicized Justice … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor 09.11.14 Edition