The necessity of emerging diversity in modern day cinema
After my first viewing of “Sixteen Candles” I fell into a state of supreme disappointment. It had been described to
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racism
Dear Disney, Don’t Remake “Aladdin”
When I heard of Disney’s decision to release rebooted versions of old classics, I couldn’t help but hope it would
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Are you a stereotype?
“Camel-riding terrorist.” “All Hispanics are farmers.” “They assume we deal drugs.” “Black, ignorant, violent, poor.” “Always referred to as ‘ghetto’
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Castro Valley’s racist past impacts today
Castro Valley has had a past that is riddled with racism. The Ku Klux Klan had a plan to keep
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The fine line of appropriation and appreciation
There’s a fine line between love and hate. Everybody wants to listen to rap and hip hop music, but nobody
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Division upon CVHS student race
Students have been discussing a potential solution on stopping discrimination lately in Afrocentric classes. The many black students in the
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Hidden Figures stands as a reminder of unity
Crowds are loving the blockbuster film Hidden Figures, and for good reason. It comes at the perfect time: many people
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Colin Kaepernick and the national anthem sitting crisis
I stand (or sit) with 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick on his sitting protest during the national anthem before football games
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History classes need historical accuracy
Castro Valley High School is one of the few schools that offers a history class other than the standard courses.
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ISIS causes Islamophobia
The Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) is a terrorist organization that has been rising up in recent years.
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