The Black Actress Who Refused To Pass

Jasmin Darznik Hollywood Progressive
Her name was Fredi Washington and she descended on Hollywood with a burning mission: to redefine white America’s image of African American women.

Does Classics Have a Future?

Najee Olya Los Angeles Review of Books
The academic discipline of classics is facing profound challenges from scholars that are looking to renovate its traditional focus on the "whiteness" of its subject. This study is an expression of that challenge.

Friday Nite Videos | April 26, 2019

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Hasan Applies for a Job at the CIA. 'Slay the Dragon' Explores Gerrymandering. Sanders More Electable Than Biden, According to Dem Primaries. New Human Species Found in the Philippines. Fox News Judge: Trump Committed Obstruction Of Justice.

Hasan Applies for a Job at the CIA

Looking to stay busy in between episodes of Patriot Act, Hasan found a job listing for a graphic design position at the CIA. Watch as Hasan takes us through his portfolio for the job and discusses the CIA's "close" relationship with the Muslim community. Inspired by Hasan's work? Check out the listing and apply!

'Slay the Dragon' Explores Gerrymandering

The Supreme Court is set to rule this term on whether partisan gerrymandering is unconstitutional, and a new film, "Slay the Dragon," takes a look at how districts are drawn. Directors Barak Goodman and Chris Durrance join "Red and Blue" to discuss their documentary, premiering at the Tribeca Film Festival this month.