Wendell Pierce Alleges Racist Housing Discrimination
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Actor Wendell Pierce revealed that his application for an apartment in Harlem was denied despite his substantial income and employment proof, alleging the rejection was due to racism. He criticized the systemic racism and bigotry that Black individuals face, sharing his frustration and highlighting a recent court decision blocking a grant program for Black women as another example of institutionalized racism.
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- Wendell Pierce Says a White Apartment Owner Denied His Housing Application: ‘Racism and Bigots Are Real’ and Some ‘Will Do Anything to Destroy Life’s Journey for Black Folks’ Variety
- Wendell Pierce Claims Discrimination in Trying to Rent a Harlem Apartment The New York Times
- Award-winning actor claims he was denied housing over race CNN
- Actor Wendell Pierce Tells the Beast Why He Shared 'Vile' Racist Incident The Daily Beast
- Wendell Pierce says he was denied a housing application due to racism Entertainment Weekly News
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