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Prominent Bajan Linguist Who Opposed the Word ‘Negro,’ Dies

Prominent Bajan Linguist Who Opposed the Word ‘Negro,’ Dies

As a result I have an orientation toward most things Barbadian or “Bajan,” as everyone says colloquially, and this morning I was delighted and proud to read about the long, thoughtful, and impressive life of Keith Baird, a linguist and graduate of Columbia University who resisted the once widespread use of the word Negro to describe black Americans. He advocated “Afro-American” instead.

4 Tips to Help You Manage Your Money

The price for this upscale ’do? More than $100—when I usually pay just $35, including tip. I’m normally very careful about my money and generally seek out lower cost options, but this time I relearned a lesson I’d learned before: Don’t spend more money for special occasions.

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