David Oyelowo’s comments on Black British actors playing Black American icons sparked backlash. Contributing writer Lawrence Ware argues the criticism is fair, and the roles should go to actors who understand the culture.
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The main reason this year’s Essence Festival flopped
This year’s Essence Festival left many Black American attendees feeling unseen, as a shift toward Pan-African themes and poor planning drew criticism. Can the cultural mainstay bounce back?