Diverse News: Chocolate Against Colorism, Barbie and Aaron Burr

Hello Meltingpot Readers,

It’s Wednesday, so that means it’s time to see what’s going on in this great big colorful world of ours. Yes, the Amazon is burning and the Cheeto in the White House has lost his mind, but there are also stories showcasing diversity in action that might give you hope. Here’s what I’ve got for this week’s Diverse News Digest.

Aaron Burr, third Vice President of the US, had Secret Family of Color: Turns out, Aaron Burr, the man made famous for killing Alexander Hamilton in a duel, actually had a secret family on the side. His “other woman” was Indian and together they had two children, a daughter and a son. His son, turns out, became a famous abolitionist in the United. Just goes to show you that our history is full of interracial romance.

The Natural Hair Movement Grows…in Finland!: Who would’ve thought that the global natural hair movement would touch down in Finland? But it has. And it’s growing!

A Black Indian Woman Shares Her Truth: African American and Native American? Writer Shonda Buchanan shares her riveting story in a new book about claiming her dual heritage. This is what I mean by telling America’s true Meltingpot history.

Can a Candy Bar Solve Colorism in India?: The Cadbury Chocolate Company released a special edition chocolate bar with four different shades of chocolate in honor of India’s independence. It’s called the Unity Bar. It’s a sweet stand against discrimination. But will it work?

Rosa Parks is now a Barbie Doll: Literally, Mattel just introduced the Rosa Parks Barbie doll as part of their “Inspiring Women Series.” I’d buy one, what about you?

What’s the latest diverse news in your neck of the woods?

Peace!