Merriam-Webster to change definition of 'racism' after email from Missouri woman

Merriam-Webster is revising its definition of racism after a Missouri woman’s emails claimed it fell short of including the systemic oppression of certain groups of people.
Merriam-Webster to change definition of 'racism' after email from Missouri woman

Mourners raise their hands during the funeral for George Floyd on Tuesday. Pic: AP
Mourners raise their hands during the funeral for George Floyd on Tuesday. Pic: AP

Merriam-Webster is revising its definition of racism after a Missouri woman’s emails claimed it fell short of including the systemic oppression of certain groups of people.

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