Why The 'Race Card' Is Played

BLACK GIRL MAGIC?? Black Girl Magic (#BlackGirlMagic) is a concept and movement that was popularized by CaShawn Thompson in 2013. The concept was born as a way to "celebrate the beauty, power and resilience of black women", as described by Julee Wilson from HuffPost, and to congratulate black women on their accomplishments. Referring to a speech made by Michelle Obama at the Black Girls Rock Awards...yada yada yada.  But does the truth fit the billing? How are black girls really doing? What are they doing thats so magical? Do they really rock? How? Now i understand the the boast comes from a race and gender that has been trample on for centuries. With the racism and sexism and what not. Being black and a woman cant be considered a lucky draw in any society. In my opinion the tagline comes from the resilience black women have shown. And to proclaim the many advancements, and advancements they've made even through all the obstacles. I get that. But i ask mysel