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Black-ish Is An Identity Crisis Worth Watching

Black-ish looks like an optimistic and unrealistic look at black culture in America without watching. The second the pilot starts, however, it’s clear this is not another fantasy show about an upper-class black family. The first thing Anthony Anderson’s character talks about is the fear that his family has assimilated to white culture and lost their roots in the process.

As the show progresses it continues to discuss hot-button topics like police brutality and the N-word. We give ABC credit for allowing the show to be about real issues, even if the family has to hide behind a veil of luxury.