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racism

[rey-siz-uhm] / ˈreɪ sɪz əm /


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Kennedy was also a producer of “Medical Racism: The New Apartheid,” a 2021 conspiracy theory film from Children’s Health Defense, the anti-vaccine organization which Kennedy chaired, where he made over $20,000 a week.

From Salon • Apr. 21, 2026

Racism doesn’t just hurt Black and brown Americans, but white Americans as well.

From Salon • Apr. 9, 2026

"Racism is a crime. It is unacceptable. It cannot exist in football or anywhere else," a statement from the Brazilian Football Confederation read.

From BBC • Feb. 17, 2026

"Racism still exists in the 21st century," he added.

From Barron's • Feb. 10, 2026

Racism operated as a deeply held belief system based on “truths” beyond question or doubt.

From "The New Jim Crow" by Michelle Alexander




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