Tank Light Skin Vs. Dark Skin Debate
Light-Skinned Vs. Dark-Skinned: The Truth About Black Colorism [EXCLUSIVE AUDIO]
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Tank ignited a light-skinned vs. dark-skinned debate on social media that has many people opening up about their experience with what is referred to as “shadism” or “colorism.” Do black people really experience racism from their own people? According to “The Rickey Smiley Morning Show” cast and listeners – YES.
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