How Does Slavery Impact Politics?

03/04/2016

The lingering affects of slavery are popping up in politics.

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What the Streets Are Saying About the Oscars

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On the Ground at #JusticeForFlint

BET's Jamila Mustafa headed to Michigan for #JusticeForFlint and found out what stars like Hannibal Buress, Ryan Coogler, Jesse Williams and Ava DuVernay are doing to help the city.
03/01/2016
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We Put Bernie Supporters to the Test...Think You Can Beat Them?

Watch Bernie Sanders supporters in a round of True or False.
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01:10

Protesters Demand Answers After Police-Involved Shooting

Was another unarmed Black man killed by police? Protesters in Raleigh, NC, say they need answers now.
03/01/2016
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What's So Super About Super Tuesday?

It's been flooding timelines and headlines but what's the big deal about Super Tuesday?
03/01/2016
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New GOP Video Praises Black Progress, Ignores Black Suffering

Donald Trump's recent KKK controversy didn't stop him from a slew of Super Tuesday victories. Meanwhile, the GOP has released a video to get your vote.
03/02/2016
News, 2016, National News, Police Brutality, Education, Black Lives Matter
01:47

Caught on Tape: Teen Beating Sparks Police Brutality Debate

A criminal investigation is underway after a school resource officer is seen beating a teenage boy on videotape. Are these incidents more common than we know?
03/03/2016
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BET Breaks: Officer That Arrested Sandra Bland Is Terminated

However, nobody has been charged with her death.
03/03/2016
News, National News, Rodney King, Police Brutality, Black Lives Matter
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Police Brutality Persists 25 Years After Rodney King Case

More than two decades following the Rodney King case, police departments are looking at video technology as a way to curb police brutality. Is that the answer?
03/03/2016
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This Week 03.04

This week we talk about Politics! Politics! Politics!
03/04/2016
News, 2016, National News, Racism, GOP, DNC, RNC, Donald Trump, Hillary Clinton, Bernie Sanders, Senator Marco Rubio, Senator Ted Cruz
02:30

How Does Slavery Impact Politics?

If you think the political division we're seeing today is new, think again. A new study shows that America's old demons are still present today.
03/04/2016
News, National News, 2016 Election, Hillary Clinton, Bernie Sanders
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Is Don Lemon Trying to Get His Black Card Back?

The Democratic candidates for president were asked tough questions about race from the most unusual of suspects.
03/07/2016
CLEVELAND, OH - JANUARY 18: Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors warms up prior to the game against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Quicken Loans Arena on January 18, 2016 in Cleveland, Ohio. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory copyright notice. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images)
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BET Breaks: Steph Curry and Under Armour With the Profitable Shot

Can he do for UA what Jordan did for Nike?
03/08/2016
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02:32

Chill: Five Reasons White Rage Shouldn't Exist

There's been plenty of talk about "White Rage" but there are still advantages to being white in the U.S.
03/08/2016
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BET Breaks: New Developments In The Freddie Gray Case

Maryland's highest court ruled that a cop charged in Freddie Gray's death must testify against other officers.
03/08/2016
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04:05

Afia Fields Performs 'What's at Stake'

Afia Fields performs 'What's at Stake.'
03/09/2016
National News, Politics News, Donald Trump, Jebb Bush, Mitt Romney
01:58

Republicans, Don't Blame Trump!

Donald Trump articulates what many Republicans have been thinking for years.
03/09/2016
News, National News, Politics News, 2016 Presidential Election, Donald Trump, Hillary Clinton, Bernie Sanders
02:31

Are Hillary and Bernie Afraid to Call Trump Racist?

When cornered about whether Donald Trump is a racist, the Democratic presidential candidates refused to call him out.
03/10/2016
What's At Stake, BET, News, Politics, 2016
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This Week 03.11

This week we cover politics!
03/11/2016
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BET Breaks: Ben Carson Formally Endorsed Donald Trump

Canada, anyone?
03/11/2016
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BET Breaks: Tyshawn Lee's Father Allegedly Shoots 3

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