Black womanhood has always been political--and disturbing "jokes" about appearances are a common go-to for misogynistic white supremacists who are trying to belittle Black women's power.
In just the last few months we have seen efforts to marginalize and bully Black women by Trump and right-wing media outlets - attacking powerful black woman like Rep. Frederica Wilson, Rep. Maxine Waters, journalist April Hill, and ESPN TV host Jemele Hill.
Research shows there are real-life consequences for Black women when these dehumanizing attacks rule the day including diminished economic opportunities, less attention from doctors, and harsher sentences from judges. Help us fight back against media that demean and marginalize Black women.