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Blacklash 2016: The Unblackening - Melania Trump's Plagiarism Controversy

Season 2 • 07/19/2016

Melania Trump comes under fire for allegedly plagiarizing portions of a speech by Michelle Obama.

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07:28

Barack Obama: Distracter-in-Chief
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After the FBI concludes its investigation into Hillary Clinton's emails, the presidential hopeful enlists President Obama to distract from the controversy.
07/06/2016
05:39

Alton Sterling's Death & Black Lives Matter
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Larry reacts to the death of Alton Sterling, an African-American man shot by white police officers in Louisiana, and examines the Black Lives Matter discussion that followed.
07/06/2016
01:06

Keep It 100 - Replacement Cast for "Black-ish"
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"Black-ish" star Anthony Anderson asks Larry which actor he would cast to replace him or co-star Tracee Ellis Ross on the series.
07/07/2016
06:26

Panel - The Deaths of Alton Sterling and Philando Castile
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Xiuhtezcatl Martinez, Franchesca Ramsey and Jordan Carlos discuss the deaths of Alton Sterling and Philando Castile, two African-American men shot by police officers.
07/07/2016
03:23

Former Fox News Anchor Alleges Sexual Harassment
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Former Fox News anchor Gretchen Carlson files a sexual harassment lawsuit against network CEO Roger Ailes, who she claims fired her after she denied his advances.
07/07/2016
05:58

The Rio de Janeiro Hell-ympics
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Rio de Janeiro prepares for the Olympics amid health concerns and violent crime, and Dennis Rodman (Jordan Carlos) attempts to defend the host city.
07/07/2016
04:01

#HashItOut with Franchesca Ramsey - Backlash Over Jesse Williams's BET Awards Speech
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Franchesca Ramsey addresses a petition to fire Jesse Williams from "Grey's Anatomy" after the actor called out racism and police brutality in a speech at the BET Awards.
07/07/2016
06:10

Panel - Melania Trump's Plagiarism Controversy
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John Fetterman, Rory Albanese and Robin Thede discuss Melania Trump's controversial speech at the GOP convention and Donald Trump's dysfunctional relationship with the truth.
07/19/2016
03:50

Budget-Friendly Convention Coverage
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Underfunded reporters Jordan Carlos and Grace Parra look for a cheap alternative to covering the Republican National Convention in Cleveland, OH.
07/19/2016
04:04

Open-Carry Concerns at the Republican National Convention
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Cleveland police unsuccessfully urge Ohio Governor John Kasich to temporarily restrict the state's open-carry gun law during the Republican National Convention.
07/19/2016
06:29

Blacklash 2016: The Unblackening - Melania Trump's Plagiarism Controversy
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Melania Trump faces blowback for apparently lifting lines from a 2008 speech by Michelle Obama, and a Trump campaign spokesperson plays damage control.
07/19/2016
04:05

Blacklash 2016: The Unblackening - Ben Carson and David Clarke at the RNC
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Ben Carson and Milwaukee Sheriff David Clarke take the stage at the Republican National Convention to demonize Hillary Clinton and smear the Black Lives Matter movement.
07/20/2016
06:05

Sexual Harassment Scandal at Fox News
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Fox News CEO Roger Ailes resigns amid allegations of workplace sexual harassment, prompting a suggestive smackdown from Robin Thede and Holly Walker.
07/20/2016
06:02

Panel - Is Black Lives Matter Anti-Cop?
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Activist DeRay Mckesson, Mike Yard and Holly Walker weigh in on the charge that the Black Lives Matter movement is fueled by a hatred for police officers.
07/20/2016
04:15

Mike Yard's The Y Files - "Pokemon Go" Conspiracy
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Conspiracy expert Mike Yard claims that "Pokemon Go" is a government trap rigged to ensnare African Americans and discredit the Black Lives Matter movement.
07/20/2016
06:03

"Black Olives Matter" Backlash & Charles Kinsey Shooting
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A restaurant in New Mexico sparks outrage for displaying a sign that reads "Black Olives Matter," and a Florida cop shoots an unarmed black man while his hands are raised.
07/21/2016
03:44

Blacklash 2016: The Unblackening - Ted Cruz Snubs Donald Trump at the RNC
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Texas Senator Ted Cruz pointedly neglects to endorse Donald Trump during his speech at the Republican National Convention, drawing both condemnation and praise.
07/21/2016
06:43

Panel - Ted Cruz's Defiant RNC Speech
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Author Salman Rushdie, Jordan Carlos and Grace Parra discuss Ted Cruz's controversial refusal to endorse Donald Trump at the Republican National Convention.
07/21/2016
04:03

Blacklash 2016: The Unblackening - Donald Trump Tries to Kiss Mike Pence
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Donald Trump awkwardly attempts to kiss his vice presidential running mate Mike Pence while onstage at the Republican National Convention.
07/21/2016
03:55

Backstage with Donald: The Quiet Before the Rage
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Donald Trump (Bob DiBuono) gives The Nightly Show backstage access to the moments leading up to his big speech at the Republican National Convention in Cleveland.
07/22/2016
06:11

Panel - Donald Trump's Republican National Convention Speech
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Nina Turner, Ricky Velez and Franchesca Ramsey give their impressions of Donald Trump's fiery speech from the final night of the Republican National Convention.
07/22/2016
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