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EnglishVoice Age
Young Adult (18-35)Accents
North American (General)Transcript
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I interviewed about 100 black women from across the country about how stereotypes affect their lives today and how they have managed to be all right despite it. But I didn't fully understand how early we are forced to deal with this sexism and racism until I spent some time listening to black girls and learning about your experiences. My name is Al I'll go rhythm in fact, and you must be charlie. Now, how do I know that? This box is how I found you. That's how I know your name. I'm here to help you. Just let me explain. Can I watch you this time, grandma? Carrie, louis asked as she trotted behind her grandmother into the kitchen. It was a cool sunday night and they were making her favorite grandma's macaroni and cheese for louise lunch tomorrow at school. Of course, little Louie, you're gonna need to learn how to make this on your own. Anyway, grandma said, why do I cry? Why cry? Why feel like hope is gone ignoring the door to freedom, refusing to let it go. Why feel uncomfortable, no display of light to see? My vision's blurred darkness only reveals before me. I'm walking in areas where shadows blocking my blindside, like hands over my eyes, feeling discouraged with no energy to try. What's the point of encouragement already held hostage with no repentance and no forgiveness. Like a disturbed woman who hates the world for no reason. Why should I cry