This article is SPECTACULAR and I sincerely hope it is read by the masses. I will be sharing this to help spread this important word. You took us through history with excellent examples of how our representation has been stereotypical from the start and up through present day. The power of television and film and it's ability to portray us negatively gives those who have no regular interactions with us a distorted and degrading view of the true essence of Black people. Thank you for writing such a carefully crafted and expertly researched article!!!