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Our Yippee! Moment of the Week

Our Yippee! Moment of the Week

By Stacey Lindsay
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In his new film, In the Heights, the talented Lin Manuel Miranda, a father himself, sheds light on the vibrant New York City community of Washington Heights. Yet despite Miranda's intention to fully represent the community, some people voiced that they didn't feel fully seen or represented in the film. Miranda acknowledged this and vowed to 'do better.” Yippee! to Miranda for his willingness to listen, to acknowledge those who didn't feel seen, and to commit to learning more.

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Stacey Lindsay

Stacey Lindsay is a journalist and Senior Editor at The Sunday Paper. A former news anchor and reporter, Stacey is passionate about covering women's issues. Learn more at: staceyannlindsay.com.

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