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5 famous white people who should see ‘Dear White People’
It has been suggested by some, however, that “Dear White People”s subject matter and even the title could turn off white moviegoers; essentially, the people who most need to see the film are the least likely to watch it.
Read MoreCarmelo Anthony says why NBA players won’t sign with Atlanta Hawks
The Atlanta Hawks have a history of being unable to attract star players to their franchise. Dominique Wilkins was the team’s last superstar and he was, unceremoniously, traded from the team 20 years ago. After the Hawks’ recent racist debacle, the team will have a difficult time signing key free agents in the future, Carmelo…
Read MoreDanny Ferry to take leave of absence with Atlanta Hawks, still not fired
The Atlanta Hawks GM Danny Ferry has decided to take a leave of absence. According to the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, Ferry finally realized that he needed to step away from a situation that has become toxic. The fallout occurred after Ferry made racial remarks about Luol Deng by saying, “[Luol Deng] has a little African in…
Read MoreAdam Silver’s failure to punish Danny Ferry proves NBA devalues black players and fans
NBA Commissioner Adam Silver doesn’t believe Atlanta Hawks GM Danny Ferry should be fired. In a recent interview in Barcelona, Silver said Ferry’s comments about Luol Deng were not a “fireable offense.” Silver seemed to believe Ferry’s ludicrous claim that he was reading a scouting report when he said Deng was “like an [African] guy…
Read MoreLuol Deng responds to Danny Ferry’s racist comments; Magic Johnson calls for Ferry’s resignation
Luol Deng released a statement in regard to Atlanta Hawks GM Danny Ferry’s racist statement. During a company conference call, Ferry discussed Deng and said, “He has a little African in him. Not in a bad way, but he’s like a guy who would have a nice store out front but sell you counterfeit stuff…
Read MoreKiller Mike says Hawks owner’s email wasn’t racist
Atlanta rapper Killer Mike tweeted his perspective on the controversy swirling around the Atlanta Hawks and their controlling owner Bruce Levenson.
Read MoreAtlanta Hawks GM Danny Ferry made disgustingly racist remarks about Loul Deng
Atlanta Hawks general manager Danny Ferry made remarks that were worse than Donald Sterling’s, according the Atlanta Hawks minority owner Michael Gearon. In an email obtained by WSB TV, Gearon asked for Ferry’s resignation in June after a conference call about potential free agents. Gearon wrote that Ferry said, “[Loul Deng] has a little African…
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