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As one of the primary functions of urban legends is the expression of societal concerns and fears, they often take the form of tales that serve to reinforce prejudicial views of different races, ethnicities, and classes.

Did Dale Earnhardt Sr. Remove Confederate Flag Sticker from Truck?

Written by:
Dan Evon
Jun 19, 2020 The race-car driving legend's son reportedly once relayed the story.
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Was the Norwegian Government Funding Research in 2023 To Find Out if White Paint Is Racist?

Written by:
Alex Kasprak
Jan 17, 2023 "It is not about racist attitudes today," says the historian behind this project, "but rather th ...
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Book, Money, Person

Does the Word 'Buck' Derive From a Reference to Black Male Slaves?

Written by:
David Mikkelson
Mar 25, 2001 Here's the etymology of “buck” to mean “dollar."
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We looked into whether Black Lives Matter co-founder Patrisse Cullors used donations to the movement to buy a $1.4 million mansion.

No Evidence BLM Co-Founder Patrisse Cullors Used Donations To Buy House

Written by:
Bethania Palma
Apr 14, 2021 Let's talk about home prices in Los Angeles.
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cracker barrel whips

Does 'Cracker Barrel' Refer to a Barrel of Whips?

Written by:
Dan Evon
Feb 9, 2021 Crackers can come in bags, boxes, and yes, even barrels.
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Face, Person, Human

Did Paramount Pictures Insist on Casting a White Actor in 'Coming to America'?

Written by:
Alex Kasprak
Mar 4, 2021 "This was back in, you know, the '80s," Eddie Murphy said of the purported studio edict.
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Poster, Advertisement, Flyer

Is Meme Correct in Saying Atlanta Shooting Suspect Was 'Inspired by Trump’s Racism'?

Written by:
Nur Ibrahim
Mar 17, 2021 A man is accused of shooting and killing eight people, most of whom of Asian descent, at massage ...
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Did Theodore Roosevelt 'Punish' a Mississippi City for Forcing Out a Black Postmaster?

Written by:
Arturo Garcia
Jan 4, 2019 The president retaliated when Minnie Cox was pushed out of her position by white residents of In ...
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Mass Grave of Dozens of Tortured Black Men Found in Deceased KKK Leader's Estate?

Written by:
Brooke Binkowski
Jul 1, 2017 A horrifying tale of racially-motivated violence originated with a fake news site.
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Elevator, Door, Floor

Hit the Floor!

Written by:
Barbara Mikkelson David Mikkelson
Apr 28, 2001 Legend: The apocryphal tale of the black celebrity, an elevator, and a frightened woman.
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threats against black people at walmart

Rumors of Threat Against Black People at Walmart Unfounded, Police Say

Written by:
Dan Evon
May 26, 2022 A piece of copypasta spread baseless rumors around social media.
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sundown town sign

Is This a Real 'Sundown Town' Sign Photographed in 2022?

Written by:
Dan Evon
May 3, 2022 Racial discrimination is still a problem for Black drivers, but this sign?
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Aunt Jemima renamed Pearl Milling Company

Yes, 'Aunt Jemima' Has Been Rebranded to 'Pearl Milling Company'

Written by:
Madison Dapcevich
Apr 27, 2022 Cancel culture, or corrected culture?
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Advertisement, Person, Human

Did Coca-Cola Announce Change to 'More Relevant' Black Santa Claus?

Written by:
Dan MacGuill
Dec 15, 2021 Did the company's CEO James Quincey really say "The time has come for a Santa Claus that's more ...
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Person, Human, Drawing

Were Some Slave Owners Paid Reparations by US Government When Slavery Ended?

Written by:
Madison Dapcevich
Jun 20, 2021 Reportedly, each former slave owner in the District of Columbia was paid $300 — the equivalent o ...
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Vehicle, Transportation

Is this California ‘ASN FLU’ License Plate Real?

Written by:
Madison Dapcevich
Apr 15, 2021 Some said pictures of the plate ignited "online controversy."
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The City of Oakland, California, was rumored to be experimenting with a guaranteed income program that provides a monthly, no-strings attached payment of $500.00 to low-income families.

Is Oakland Offering "Guaranteed Income" Only to People of Color?

Written by:
Alex Kasprak
Apr 5, 2021 The experimental program originally described itself as solely for families who are Black, indig ...
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Prince William and Kate are carried on portable thrones or litters.

Do Photos Show Prince William and Kate Being Carried by People of Color?

Written by:
Dan MacGuill
Mar 13, 2021 The gossip website TMZ produced photographs from 2012 in response to the Duke of Cambridge's ins ...
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Text

Did KFC Honor Black History Month With This Tweet?

Written by:
Alex Kasprak
Feb 4, 2021 The viral tweet was fake, but not as fake as you might think.
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Did a Sign for Starbucks Racial Bias Training Single Out White People?

Written by:
Dan Evon
Jun 1, 2018 A sign informing Starbucks customers that stores would be closed in order to "educate white peop ...
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