As Meghan and Harry began dating, many pointed to the relationship as evidence of the UK entering a "post-racial" era, but the racism Meghan faced from the British media told another story. Dr. Anita Thomas, executive vice president and provost at St. Catherine University in St. Paul, Minnesota, said watching Meghan's interview with Winfrey was emotional. Prince Harry and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, spoke with Oprah Winfrey about racism, royal life and the toll on mental health. Fleary said the UK has a long history of dismissing Black women in conversations about racism. As Meghan and Harry began dating, many pointed to the relationship as evidence of Britain entering a "post-racial" era, but the racism Meghan faced from the British media told another story.

Source: New Zealand Herald March 11, 2021 06:25 UTC