When White Men Control Black Womens’ Hairstyles

Yes, that’s a thing

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I once dated a white guy who constantly told me that he loved my hair long. The thing is, it wasn’t my real hair.

When I showed up with shorter hair, he told me he didn’t like it and hinted that he couldn’t continue to date me if I kept it short. Could you imagine the nerve?