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On AlterNet: stereotypes

Stories, blog posts, and videos tagged as "stereotypes"

Singer R. Kelly Reinforces Racial and Sexual Stereotypes

Singer R. Kelly Reinforces Racial and Sexual Stereotypes

Earl Ofari Hutchinson, AlterNet. May 30, 2008.
R. Kelly and other musicians who cultivate a thuggish persona perpetuate a sexually rapacious cardboard image of young blacks.

What's Wrong with Staying Single?

What's Wrong with Staying Single?

Bella M. DePaulo, American Sexuality Magazine. February 18, 2008.
The significance of getting married has changed dramatically in recent decades. When will our views of single people catch up?

Craig's a Liar from the 'Hood' Too

Craig's a Liar from the 'Hood' Too

Earl Ofari Hutchinson, AlterNet. August 31, 2007.
Why did the comparison of Craig to the guy from the 'hood' so easily roll out of arresting officer Dave Karnsnia's mouth? It didn't seem to fit. Or did it?

What She Wore: The Prevalence of Gender Bias in Reporting

What She Wore: The Prevalence of Gender Bias in Reporting

Lucinda Marshall, Feminist Peace Network. December 14, 2006.
Not only is it possible to write about women in power without referencing their appearance, it should also be the standard.