#racial-stereotypes

#racial-stereotypes

"It denies rap music the status of art. It is characterized as autobiography," said Erik Nielson, co-author of the book "Rap on Trial." "It really does speak to underlying assumptions that some people have about young men of color - and that's almost exclusively who this practice targets - that they aren't sophisticated enough to engage in various literary devices. That there isn't metaphor here."

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More than half an hour into the press conference, with his retirement from Test cricket confirmed, Usman Khawaja was asked about the role of opening the batting and its relevance in the modern game. He answered with ease, detailing the specific mental challenges of facing the new ball. Minutes later, he was asked how Australia can unite after last month's terrorist attack at Bondi Beach. Again, there was little hesitation before the lengthy reply.