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How a red carpet scrunchie signals great change

The Oscars are evolving. Just look at the red carpet.

Perspective by
Lily contributor
February 25, 2019 at 4:22 p.m. EST

After several women and people of color won at the 91st Academy Awards on Sunday, it’s easy to forget the historical lack of diversity at the Oscars. But more effort is needed to meaningfully shift the entertainment industry toward greater inclusivity — we’re only at the beginning.