Harlem Mom Petitions Mattel for Black Barbie Swag

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When Harlem mother Karen Braithwaite went hunting for party supplies for the “Black Barbie” theme party her daughter wanted for her 5th birthday, she couldn’t find anything .

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Although Mattel offers diverse Barbie dolls, she couldn’t find the cups, tablecloths, napkins, banners and decorations she needed for her daughter’s party.

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