Addressing, American Urban Radio Networks Washington Bureau Chief April D. Ryan, White House press secretary Sean Spicer defended President Trump, saying, "You're hellbent on trying to make sure whatever image you want to tell about this White House stays." (Reuters)Only a few hours apart on Tuesday, two black women were confronted by white, male public figures in exchanges that many viewed as demeaning and disparaging. Hillary Clinton said reporter April Ryan was "patronized" and cut off while asking a question during the White House press briefing March 28. !”Black women across social media sounded off in support of Ryan and Waters, sharing their own experiences in the workplace. Brittany Packnett urged women to use the hashtag #BlackWomenAtWork“This happens to black women everyday at work,” Packnett tweeted.

Source: Washington Post March 29, 2017 09:48 UTC