Colorism in the Black Community

10/29/2015

Marshetta Bettis talks about colorism in her life.

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Police video shows a Black man's death after he was arrested near San Diego. But as BET's Andre Showell explains, the man's family believes he didn't have to die.
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Mila J Promotes Equality for Women

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Pooch Hall, Brandon T. Jackson Talk Education

Black Youth and passionate adults advocate for quality schools.
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Bobby Jones, Marques Houston and Others Search for Love

Celebs discuss the importance of romance in today's music.
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Inside the Congressional Black Caucus

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A Bronx Business Changing Lives

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Charles Philippe Jean-Pierre's Live Art Installation at 2015 Million Man March

Visual artist expresses his #CreativeArtillery.
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Preparing Students for the World Through Education

#WAS Ambassador Natasha Berry breaks down what is missing in education for today's youth.
10/22/2015
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Details Emerge About Drummer Shot by Police

The family of Corey Jones wants answers. Police say Jones was confrontational but, as BET's Andre Showell reports, the family believes their loved one was the victim.
10/22/2015
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Freddie Gray's Mother Attempts Suicide

Freddie Gray's family being awarded a multi-million dollar settlement did little to help his grieving mother. BET's Andre Showell has more on the suicide attempt of Freddie Gray's mom.
10/23/2015
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Colorism in the Black Community

Marshetta Bettis gives a first-hand account of the colorism in her life.
10/29/2015
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This Man Is Keeping Graffiti Alive and Legal in NYC

Business owner turns an illegal obsession into a legit business by creating a space for graffiti artists.
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Witnesses and Cops Dispute Teen's Death Near Ferguson

A teenager's death has sparked a growing dispute over who pulled the trigger. BET's Andre Showell reports on both sides of a tragic story.
10/29/2015
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Rules for White People in the Fight for Justice

#Four rules from the other side of the color line for people who are down for cause.
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Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Finally Lets Us Into His Complex Mind

The hoops legend talks basketball, Black Lives Matter and more.
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WAS 60: Lack of Community Youth Resources

Cunningham (@beyondtheissues) tells us What's at Stake when there is a lack of community resources and engagement for youth in urban environments.
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Disturbing Video: Cops Drag Teen Girls Off School Bus

Police say they had to restrain two teen girls who were being violent on a school bus. But parents say their kids did nothing wrong. BET's Andre Showell has details.
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Ambassador of the Week: Vanache

Meet What's at Stake Ambassador Vanache, who makes the effort to become the role model he wished he had growing up.
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I Will Graduate' Week Encourages Hundreds of Kids in NYC

Tonya Lewis-Taylor's program inspires students to go to college.
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Marc Lamont Hill Commentary on Campus Activists

BET News Correspondent Marc Lamont Hill congratulates Mizzou student protesters and students across the US fighting racism on campus.
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BET Breaks: 50 Cent Trolls Ronda Rousey on Instagram With Floyd Mayweather's Help

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