The term "woke," originating from African-American Vernacular English, signifies social consciousness and alertness to ...

Originally, woke came from Black American vernacular and meant exactly what it sounds like: being awake. As in, aware. Paying ...

Baby boomers are over hearing all about it. Language is what connects us all, both across demographics and generational divides and within our niche communities — whether they be online, in-person, or ...

The expression “stay woke” started out as an affirmation for African Americans. In the last decade it has been used by some Republicans — and some Democrats — as a pejorative for people thought to be ...