For Oscars Telecast, Few Black Nominees Mean Fewer Black Viewers
The Academy Awards’ lack of a core African-American presence is likely to be reflected in television ratings, Nielsen data shows.
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The Academy Awards’ lack of a core African-American presence is likely to be reflected in television ratings, Nielsen data shows.
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