Tag: black
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The Burial Review: Underdog Triumphs & Cultural Commentary
The Burial is a captivating and humorous film that celebrates Black excellence while addressing serious themes of racism and the struggles of small business owners. It tells the inspiring story of Jeremiah O’Keefe, represented by the tenacious lawyer Willie Gary, overcoming systemic challenges. A must-watch for its uplifting portrayal of resilience.
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Why Princess Tiana is the Best Disney Princess
The author, a self-identified Disney adult, shares their opinions on Princess Tiana from “Princess and the Frog,” emphasizing her strong work ethic and the bittersweet nature of her story as the first Black Disney princess. They rate the film 8/10, praising its soundtrack and Tiana’s character development.
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Celebrating 5 Years of The Misunderstood Afro Muslimah
The Misunderstood Afro Muslimah celebrates five years of blogging, reflecting on her transformative journey filled with personal growth and expanded content. She has collaborated with media productions, challenged stereotypes about Muslim women, and embraced multimedia. Grateful for the community support, she looks forward to continued evolution and connection through her platform.
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The African American Experience: A Call for Unity
The author embraces their identity as a proud Black American Muslim, emphasizing that being Black and Muslim coexist harmoniously. They reflect on experiences of cultural isolation and bullying due to their identity. Advocating for unity among the diaspora, the author stresses the importance of recognizing African American contributions and celebrates diverse Black cultures while calling…
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Respecting Muslim Women: The Conversation About Hijab
The author reflects on the perceptions of being a Muslim woman, particularly the difference in respect and recognition associated with wearing a hijab. She expresses frustration over the need for validation of her faith based on her appearance. Ultimately, she emphasizes that her spirituality is personal and should be respected without judgment.
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Finding Belonging: Reflections on Growing Up Outsider
The author reflects on their connection to the show Malcolm in the Middle, feeling like an outsider throughout their middle school years. Despite initially being excited about attending a predominantly Black American school, they faced ignorance regarding their identity as a hijabi. Now, as an adult, they embrace their unique values and strive for an…
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Understanding Religion: My Journey as a Black Muslim Woman
The Misunderstood Afro Muslimah shares her journey as a young black woman navigating her identity in America. Raised to prioritize her faith, she experienced societal pressures and questioned religious tenets. After exploring various beliefs, she embraced her unique bicultural identity, aiming to be a good person and contribute positively to the world.
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An Unfortunate Experience of Being a Black Muslimah
Like most young Muslim children, I attended Islamic weekend school. Islamic weekend school taught me how to speak and write Arabic and the Quran. An unofficial lesson I learned during my time in weekend school was the culture of Islam. It is much deeper than a religion. It is truly a way of life. I…
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