This monthly series from UATL, the AJC’s Black culture franchise, will shed light on the reality (or mirage) behind this question. Join the conversation.

Bills have been introduced in Alabama, Arizona, Colorado, Florida, Illinois, Maryland and New Jersey this session.

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The mint julep – where bourbon meets mint in a frosty glass romance that’s been making Georgia summers bearable since time immemorial. Photo credit: Kamonie D. The onion rings are substantial hoops of ...

The “Fried Mozzarella” transforms the humble cheese stick into generous medallions of melty goodness, served with housemade marinara that tastes like it simmered all day under the watchful eye of ...