Monthly Archives: July 2012

Olympic Oppression? Gabby Douglas and Smile Politics [Crunk Feminist Collective] I’m cheering for all of them, but I have a soft spot for the girls of color on the team, including African American Gabby Douglas, and Kyla Ross, who is … Continue reading →

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LIE reader Melissa sent a photo of her sweet Emma with this note: “Emma’s first hair cut! We went to an area AA salon and Emma loved it! Fabulous experience! ” What a cutie! Got cute kids? Send us a … Continue reading →

Written by Gwen Sharp. Originally posted at Sociological Images Way back in January, Dolores R. sent us a link to an illustration of how not to integrate social studies into the math curriculum, posted at SocialisTexan. Apparently some teachers in … Continue reading →

African American Youth At Risk: Stress from Racial Discrimination [Washington University] Exposure to stress can increase the risk for violent behaviors and depressive symptoms for African-American young adults. Different types of stress, particularly racial discrimination, can influence the level of … Continue reading →

Written by Love Isn’t Enough contributor Aiesha Turman I don’t own a television. In fact, on one of my mother’s recent visits, she jokingly called my lack of a TV barbaric. At least I think she was joking. When I … Continue reading →

LIE is thrilled to welcome Aiesha Turman! Aiesha is a Brooklyn-based mama, educator and filmmaker who is passionate about Black women and girls and their self-actualization. She believes that music heals and can be often be found having an 80′s … Continue reading →