(Photo by Julie Dermansky/Corbis via Getty Images) Just two weeks ago, two young black men were arrested after a Starbucks barista called police on them for simply sitting down in the coffeehouse. Video captured the arrests and the clip went viral immediately. The reaction was swift and unrelenting. The young black men were clearly racially profiled and treated like they were because they are black. Hell, they were only in the Starbucks for two minutes, not even really getting a chance to actually loiter. The outrage towards Starbucks came from all corners of social media – white, black, man and woman – all joined forces to threaten boycotts, write the company and demand they rectify a wrongdoing. As a result of the mobilizing, the Starbucks CEO decided to stand with the young men, offering them working opportunities, making media appearances and even closing stores for a day to initiate diversity training for its employees. This was certainly above and beyond what we’ve seen from most companies accused of racial insensitivities and it’s largely thanks to the efforts of black activists who held Starbucks’ feet to the fire nonstop. Waffle House has been spared this outcome. Chikesia Clemons walked into a Waffle House in Saraland, Alabama late on the evening of April 22nd, a few days after the Starbucks incident. It’s unclear what happened next but we do know, thanks to another viral video, police were called and Clemons was held down, her breast exposed, officer hands on her neck. It was disgusting. The events that led to the altercation are disputed: Waffle House employees say that Clemons walked in drunk and threatened to “shoot up” the restaurant after being charged $.50 for plastic utensils. However, the employee who called 911 never mentioned the threat to the operator. Clemons’ attorney, Benjamin Crump, says he has witnesses who dispel the employee’s claims. Waffle House and its CEO have stood by the actions of its employees and even taking a step farther by saying they “strongly support the actions taken by the Saraland Police Department” (despite the fact that Waffle House as a business isn’t one with an expertise in law enforcement training so they really don’t have any authority to say what is proper protocol or not). And through it all, the amount of pushback directed at Waffle House has been infinitesimal compared to the amount of action directed at Starbucks. There are marches taking place in Georgia, and proposed boycotts and sit-ins, but not nearly on the level of what we saw at Starbucks, which forced the CEO to speak up. Why? Is it because there were so many vocal white cosigners for the Starbucks incident as opposed to the Waffle House situation? The Starbucks incident was one of those acts of resistance that didn’t inconvenience white people while at the same time allowing many to feel like they are about equality – it’s easy to point the finger at one Starbucks worker for her actions. However, we’ve seen how so many white Americans simply can’t bring themselves to question law enforcement. Is the reluctance because there just never seems to be the same sort of thirst for justice when it comes to black women as for literally any other group of people on this planet? We’ve seen these cases so often of a hesitance or flat-our refusal for anyone to stand up for black women, which the exception of black women themselves. Of course, there’s the fact that the Waffle House situation has more dissenting testimonies than Starbucks. That’s undeniable. But no matter what the narrative is, there’s absolutely no reason for Clemons to have been assaulted as she was. That is also undeniable. So Waffle House going so far as to defend the police actions is a reprehensible enough decision to warrant immediate action, even if you feel they are justified in calling police in the first place.. Sadly, though, when it comes to instances of black women being attacked, there’s always a wait-and-see approach. Stories about wronged black women seem to bring about the “let’s let the facts play out crowd.” The same people who have an understanding of lies and conspiracies to keep black men subjugated are suddenly proponents of the American judicial system, despite its history of terrorizing black communities. Where does that leave the Chikesia Clemonses of the world? The same place it left Korrine Gaines or the endless black women who are victims of R. Kelly’s sexual assaults. Alone, defended by only other black women and a few choice allies. So what side do you fall on? If you spoke up about Starbucks but have been silent about Waffle House, then you need to ask yourself why. And what that means about your ideas of justice for black women. Because it needs to be understand that none of us are free until all of us are free. Here’s more information on how you can help bring #JusticeForChikesia and support. The People Demand #JusticeForChikesia
Gambling and casino games can be a lot of fun if you pay for the right reasons and approach it the right way. Many people take it too seriously or get themselves in trouble because of irresponsible playing. Today, we would like to share a few helpful tips on how to make sure that you have fun when you have a casino night. Don’t play just to win money – This is one of the biggest mistakes that people make. They only play or gamble to win money. By now it should be clear that there is risk involved with gambling and that there are absolutely no guarantees. If only play to win money you will soon find yourself frustrated and negative and on a downwards spiral that may cause you a lot of trouble. So, instead of playing for money alone, try playing for fun and to learn a few new things. Play with friends – Playing with friends will make it all the more fun. Not only will you have moral support and social interaction bit you will also have people to console you when you lose. Having friends with you is also a good way to make sure that you don’t fall off the deep end. For many people the social interaction is a big reason to play. Poker players definitely like the challenge of playing people instead of machines. Plan for the games – The best way to enjoy a night of gambling is to plan for it financially. Make a date and set aside money that you are willing to play with and lose. Remember that the odds are mostly against you and you should be ready to let the money go if it comes down to it. Plan how much you are willing to play with and stick to it. This will ensure that you don’t end the night with regret and worry. You can walk away knowing you had fun and that you didn’t lose anything you weren’t willing to let go. If you play for the right reasons, have some support and don’t lose money unnecessarily, you will thoroughly enjoy your gaming experiences. Unless you’re a professional poker player, gambling should be a fun activity that you try for recreational purposes. Always play responsibly !
Ashley Graham posted up some pics of her spreading her legs – and the most amazing thing about this spread legs pics, I mean along with her not having a stroke trying to get into this position, is that her inner thighs aren’t discolored like most obese people from having them rub together…I am a fat man and know how these things work…I have had chaffing before and I’m not even a woman…I know this is some masterful work from her make-up artist who unfortunately has to smell her cheeseburger scented cunt while trying to perpetuate her lie that there is such thing as hot fat chicks…when the world knows the only thing hot about fat chicks is their statistically premature death and as a man married to a fat chick, even that isn’t that good, because it’s a slow death…diabetic and heart disease death…that opens the doors to a lot of fucking whining and neediness instead of a traditional suicide.. What I am getting at is – don’t believe or encourage Ashley Graham. She is all that is wrong with America…the fact they figured “Let’s use fat chicks to sell to fat chicks cuz fat chicks are tired of not relating to hot chicks”….instead of telling fat chicks they are disgusting…and that all sizes aren’t beautiful…and that clothing shouldn’t be available if you’re too fat…so that you don’t leave your damn house…until you get in fucking shape… I hate this movement and not just because it clogs so many toilets…. It’s just everything wrong in America. More of her Morbidly Obese Tits..
Source: Prince Williams/WireImage / Getty RHOA guest star Marlo Hampton wants to set the record clear: Kenya Moore is lying on her, she is not a call girl. Remember during one of the reunion specials, Kenya put Marlo on blast saying she Marlo tool $20K from a man called John to blackmail NeNe Leakes. That, and she was selling sex for money, homes and jewels. In a video interview with TMZ , Marlo swears none of what Kenya said about her was true. “I dated one guy for five friends. That hurt me to my core — stop saying I’m a prostitute, a call girl — this and that. You guys don’t have any receipts,” she explained. Marlo added, “If you don’t have a receipt — I’ve been around these girls the last six years. Where is the receipt that I’m a prostitute? Where is the receipt that I’m a call girl?” Well, I guess that sets the record straight. BEAUTIES: What do you think about what Marlo is saying? RELATED NEWS: Kim Zolciack Says Her Charged Comments On Racism Were ‘Edited Out Of Context’ ‘RHOAS10’ Recap: Kim And Her Wig Are Done With The Show For Good ‘RHOAS10’ Recap: Kenya Moore Confirms Pregnancy At The Reunion Kick Off [ione_media_gallery src=”https://hellobeautiful.com” id=”2938497″ overlay=”true”]
Source: Jeff Kravitz / Getty Given all of Kanye West’s recent Donald Trump -loving nonsense, even the babies don’t want to be bothered with him, especially Parkland activist Emma González . The “Ye vs. The People” rapper tweeted that the teenager, an outspoken advocate for gun control since the mass shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, was his “hero.” my hero Emma Gonzalez pic.twitter.com/aSdFmraenU — KANYE WEST (@kanyewest) April 29, 2018 He wasn’t done with praising her. inspired by Emma pic.twitter.com/TiZMthLK92 — KANYE WEST (@kanyewest) April 29, 2018 But here’s the shade…she wasn’t interested. Not only did she not retweet or like his tweet, two hours later she posted that instead her hero was James Shaw Jr. , the 25-year-old Waffle House hero that has raised over $200,000 for the families of the four people killed last weekend at a Tennessee Waffle House. my hero James Shaw Jr. pic.twitter.com/BRnuYEURdv — Emma González (@Emma4Change) April 29, 2018 Of course this clap back got Twitter talking: A few years ago, a shout out from Kanye West would make almost every teenager go nuts. Emma Gonzalez was having NONE of it. https://t.co/mZaGQ1z7in — Erick Fernandez (@ErickFernandez) April 29, 2018 Emma Gonzalez's response to Kanye calling her his hero is pic.twitter.com/y50so4xH6W — gifdsports (@gifdsports) April 29, 2018 SHE REALLY DID THAT. emma gonzalez just dragged kanye & i am living for it pic.twitter.com/3EvYZbYQH2 — josie (@thejosienelson) April 29, 2018 It has been six days since Waffle House shooting. Emma González called James Shaw Jr. her hero in response to Kanye West's tweet calling González his hero. Donald Trump hasn't acknowledged Shaw's heroism yet. #SundayMorning — Janice (@Janice_Resist) April 29, 2018 Far Right after Kanye says he loves Trump: WTF WE LOVE KANYE NOW WHAT A FREE THINKER THESE LIBS NEED TO STOP DEMONIZING HIM AND TRYING TO KEEP HIM A VICTIM Far Right after Kanye says @Emma4Change is his hero: KANYE DOESN'T KNOW WHAT HE'S TALKING ABOUT Kanye: pic.twitter.com/uSLtfoi773 — Watching the Throne, a Kanye West podcast (@KanyePodcast) April 29, 2018 We don’t know what Kanye is doing, but supporting Trump and Emma at the same time seems like a huge contradiction. But good luck with that Sir! BEAUTIES: What do you think about this? RELATED NEWS: Waffle House Hero Raises Over $150,000 For Victims Kanye Posts Pic Wearing A MAGA Hat, Calls Trump His ‘Brother’ Black Twitter Eviscerates Him Parkland Survivor On Laura Ingraham: ‘When Is She Going To Apologize To Lebron James’ [ione_media_gallery src=”https://hellobeautiful.com” id=”2987647″ overlay=”true”]
FayesVision/WENN.com Issa Rae Book Excerpt Causes Fuss Issa Rae wrote her ‘Adventures Of Awkward Black Girl’ book in 2015 and it was a pretty popular book that came and went without much controversy. That was until this weekend when someone’s book club revisited it or something and an old excerpt came back to life. The portion in question is about Issa suggesting that black women date Asian men instead of black men. The best proof that regular black people dont really read Issa Rae’s book is how long it took for this excerpt to go viral. Everyone seems to be discovering it today pic.twitter.com/kAGyVj0Kpp — T. (@RickyRawls) April 29, 2018 Ew. Not the best look. The page has split the timeline. On one hand, if a black man had said that, he’d be getting dragged across the ashy abyss. On the other, Issa is a comedian and this does seem like a tongue-in-cheek comment. Plus a book a few years old might not be the best representation of her current thinking. Still, it’s quite the lightning rod. Take a look at the firestorm from Issa and her book. I hope that Issa Rae quote makes its rounds. I'd love to see the responses to that so I can go pull up how yall was talking when KimmayTube was talking the exact same shit on here and yall was “yaassssiinnnngg” on the TL. — Shyne Coldchain Jr. (@Smooth_Orator) April 29, 2018
Apega/WENN.com Janelle Monae Speaks Further On Pansexuality After revealing to the world her pansexuality, Janelle Monae is speaking further on her decision to come out. As previously reported the “Dirty Computers” songstress told Rolling Stone in her cover story that she initially identified as bisexual but then later read about pansexuality, an attraction toward someone regardless of their sex or gender identity, and identified with that as well. Now Monae’s expounding on that and explaining why it was necessary to speak so candidly about being queer. The singer sat down with CBS’ Tony Dokoupil for an extensive interview in her hometown of Kansas City. After meeting with Monae’s mother, recovered addict father and 11 aunts, Dokoupil asked the singer about her relationship with her late mentor Prince. “If this was Star Wars, he was kind of like Yoda to my Han Solo,” said Monae. He then asked her if she too would portray her sexuality as sexually fluid like the Purple Rain singer did, and she said ‘no’, because she wants “Dirty Computers” like herself to feel represented and celebrated. “I think that is important for people to be proud of their identity,” she said. “I am very proud to be a queer, young black woman in America. I’m proud of who I am. I love myself, and I want for all the Dirty Computers around the world to feel seen, to be heard, and to feel celebrated and to know that I’m right there with you. What an electric lady . Did you know that after Janelle came out “pansexuality” became the top search on Merriam-Webster? 'Pansexual' is our top search today. https://t.co/DJ8gUex3qs — Merriam-Webster (@MerriamWebster) April 26, 2018 We love that Janelle is so open about who she is, it’s refreshing to see her be transparent about her true self. Hit the flip for the full 8-minute interview.
Getty Images Michelle Wolf Perfectly Roasts Sarah Huckabee Sanders At The WHCD For the second year in a row, Cheeto-in-Chief Donald Trump didn’t attend the annual White House Correspondents Dinner–but luckily for all of us in it for the jokes, Sarah Huckabee Sanders was there for a good roasting. Former Daily Show writer Michelle Wolf was this year’s entertainer, and her jokes about the White House Press Secretary were the biggest take-away from the night. She roasted Sanders perfectly as she made jokes about her being in The Handmaid’s Tale , how she makes her eye-shadow, and now knowing what to call the political advisor. The result is absolutely hilarious.
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