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#reparations

Left-wing politics

Kamala Harris Torches GOP When Asked About Slavery At Black Journalists Event

Vice President Harris advocates for the establishment of a commission on slavery reparations, criticizing Republican narratives that sanitize the history of slavery. [ more ]

New York Post

Left-wing politics

Reparations stokes racial resentment - and Kamala has backed it to the hilt

The push for race-based reparations may create more division than healing and could raise false expectations among the public. [ more ]

Washington Post

US news

Advocates hope Harris will boost momentum on reparations to Black Americans

Kamala Harris's campaign revitalizes the reparations movement with her historic candidacy and past support, although her current priorities are unclear. [ more ]

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Cryptocurrency

President Harris Should Buy Bitcoin to Pay Black Americans Reparations

Kamala Harris's crypto policy aims to support Black Americans, raising questions about regulatory impacts on Bitcoin. [ more ]

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Left-wing politics

Kamala Harris Torches GOP When Asked About Slavery At Black Journalists Event

Vice President Harris advocates for the establishment of a commission on slavery reparations, criticizing Republican narratives that sanitize the history of slavery. [ more ]

New York Post

Left-wing politics

Reparations stokes racial resentment - and Kamala has backed it to the hilt

The push for race-based reparations may create more division than healing and could raise false expectations among the public. [ more ]

Washington Post

US news

Advocates hope Harris will boost momentum on reparations to Black Americans

Kamala Harris's campaign revitalizes the reparations movement with her historic candidacy and past support, although her current priorities are unclear. [ more ]

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Miscellaneous

A basic income program funded by descendants of slave owners provides $1,000 a month as a form of reparations

The Close siblings fund a basic income program for victims of policing as reparations for their family's history as slave owners. [ more ]

#social-justice

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California

Forced Sterilization Survivors Still Fighting For State Reparations; Building Community Through Adaptive Climbing | KQED

The legacy of California's eugenics laws continues to affect survivors seeking reparations after suffering involuntary sterilizations. [ more ]

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San Francisco

Reparations Summit for Creative, Cultural, and Intellectual Life: Part 1

The summit engages Bay Area artists in discussions on reparations policy, promoting equity within the artistic community. [ more ]

Los Angeles Times

Left-wing politics

California Democrats talked a big game on reparations. They're off to slow start

California's reparations efforts face significant challenges and have resulted in limited outcomes, stimulating frustration among advocates for more substantial action. [ more ]

Sacramento Bee

California

Protesters push for action on reparations bills on final day of California Legislature

Some California lawmakers are urging the passage of reparations bills for Black residents that have stalled in the legislature, citing various concerns. [ more ]

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Black Lives Matter

Show us who you are': Advocates demand a vote on two key California reparations bills

California's reparations efforts for descendants of enslaved people are facing significant last-minute hurdles in the state legislature. [ more ]

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California

Forced Sterilization Survivors Still Fighting For State Reparations; Building Community Through Adaptive Climbing | KQED

The legacy of California's eugenics laws continues to affect survivors seeking reparations after suffering involuntary sterilizations. [ more ]

Funcheap

San Francisco

Reparations Summit for Creative, Cultural, and Intellectual Life: Part 1

The summit engages Bay Area artists in discussions on reparations policy, promoting equity within the artistic community. [ more ]

Los Angeles Times

Left-wing politics

California Democrats talked a big game on reparations. They're off to slow start

California's reparations efforts face significant challenges and have resulted in limited outcomes, stimulating frustration among advocates for more substantial action. [ more ]

Sacramento Bee

California

Protesters push for action on reparations bills on final day of California Legislature

Some California lawmakers are urging the passage of reparations bills for Black residents that have stalled in the legislature, citing various concerns. [ more ]

www.mercurynews.com

Black Lives Matter

Show us who you are': Advocates demand a vote on two key California reparations bills

California's reparations efforts for descendants of enslaved people are facing significant last-minute hurdles in the state legislature. [ more ]

moresocial-justice

#california

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Healthcare

'I Would Have Been a Great Mom': California Finally Pays Reparations to Woman It Sterilized | KQED

Buffington's case may set a precedent for other sterilization survivors seeking reparations in California. [ more ]

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California

What California's official apology for crimes against humanity' says

California acknowledges its historical role in slavery with a formal apology and aims to address systemic discrimination against African Americans. [ more ]

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California

California Will Apologize for Slavery as Part of Reparations Push

California begins reparations process for Black descendants of enslaved individuals, including an official apology for past injustices. [ more ]

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California

California passes legislation to formally apologize for slavery

California formally apologizes for slavery and acknowledges its enduring impacts on Black Americans through new reparations legislation. [ more ]

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California

California to apologize for state's legacy of racism against Black Americans under new law

California formally apologizes for slavery and its lingering effects through new legislation aimed at repairing racial disparities. [ more ]

Los Angeles Times

California

Newsom signs formal apology for California's role in slavery

California formally apologizes for its role in slavery and racial injustices, marking a significant acknowledgment of historical wrongs. [ more ]

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Healthcare

'I Would Have Been a Great Mom': California Finally Pays Reparations to Woman It Sterilized | KQED

Buffington's case may set a precedent for other sterilization survivors seeking reparations in California. [ more ]

www.mercurynews.com

California

What California's official apology for crimes against humanity' says

California acknowledges its historical role in slavery with a formal apology and aims to address systemic discrimination against African Americans. [ more ]

San Jose Inside

California

California Will Apologize for Slavery as Part of Reparations Push

California begins reparations process for Black descendants of enslaved individuals, including an official apology for past injustices. [ more ]

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California

California passes legislation to formally apologize for slavery

California formally apologizes for slavery and acknowledges its enduring impacts on Black Americans through new reparations legislation. [ more ]

www.mercurynews.com

California

California to apologize for state's legacy of racism against Black Americans under new law

California formally apologizes for slavery and its lingering effects through new legislation aimed at repairing racial disparities. [ more ]

Los Angeles Times

California

Newsom signs formal apology for California's role in slavery

California formally apologizes for its role in slavery and racial injustices, marking a significant acknowledgment of historical wrongs. [ more ]

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#historical-injustice

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US news

Justice Department to Analyze the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre

The Justice Department's review of the Tulsa Race Massacre represents a new effort towards addressing historical racial injustices and legal accountability. [ more ]

New York Post

History

NY's reparations push denies complicated history too complex to be reduced to a check

The NYC Council is proposing a task force to investigate reparations for the descendants of enslaved Americans, igniting debates about historical injustices and fairness for taxpayers. [ more ]

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Los Angeles

Reparation Efforts Stall In Santa Monica | KQED

Santa Monica is reconsidering reparations for the descendants of Silas White, whose land was unjustly taken for public parking decades ago. [ more ]

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California

Key CA reparations bills clear major hurdle, head for full floor vote

California is advancing reparations legislation to address harms of slavery and discrimination. [ more ]

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East Bay (California)

California bill seeks reparations for families whose homes were in way of Dodger Stadium

Assemblymember Wendy Carrillo introduces bill for Chavez Ravine reparations

Historical injustice addressed with Assembly Bill 1950 [ more ]

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US news

Justice Department to Analyze the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre

The Justice Department's review of the Tulsa Race Massacre represents a new effort towards addressing historical racial injustices and legal accountability. [ more ]

New York Post

History

NY's reparations push denies complicated history too complex to be reduced to a check

The NYC Council is proposing a task force to investigate reparations for the descendants of enslaved Americans, igniting debates about historical injustices and fairness for taxpayers. [ more ]

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Los Angeles

Reparation Efforts Stall In Santa Monica | KQED

Santa Monica is reconsidering reparations for the descendants of Silas White, whose land was unjustly taken for public parking decades ago. [ more ]

ABC7 San Francisco

California

Key CA reparations bills clear major hurdle, head for full floor vote

California is advancing reparations legislation to address harms of slavery and discrimination. [ more ]

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East Bay (California)

California bill seeks reparations for families whose homes were in way of Dodger Stadium

Assemblymember Wendy Carrillo introduces bill for Chavez Ravine reparations

Historical injustice addressed with Assembly Bill 1950 [ more ]

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#history

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Writing

Writer Ta-Nehisi Coates returns to nonfiction with his essay collection 'The Message'

Ta-Nehisi Coates argues that Black self-worth should not rely on historical narratives shaped by the enslavers. [ more ]

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Europe news

Poland marks 85 years since WWII outbreak DW 09/01/2024

Poland demands reparations from Germany, highlighting the unresolved historical injustices of World War II during memorial ceremonies. [ more ]

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Privacy professionals

Historian hails Trinidad plan to remove Columbus ships from coat of arms

Trinidad and Tobago plans to replace Columbus's ships on its coat of arms with the steelpan, addressing colonial legacies. [ more ]

New York Post

Social justice

New York's racial reparations idiocy

Reparations commission created in New York

Focus on history and impact of reparations [ more ]

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Writing

Writer Ta-Nehisi Coates returns to nonfiction with his essay collection 'The Message'

Ta-Nehisi Coates argues that Black self-worth should not rely on historical narratives shaped by the enslavers. [ more ]

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Europe news

Poland marks 85 years since WWII outbreak DW 09/01/2024

Poland demands reparations from Germany, highlighting the unresolved historical injustices of World War II during memorial ceremonies. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

Privacy professionals

Historian hails Trinidad plan to remove Columbus ships from coat of arms

Trinidad and Tobago plans to replace Columbus's ships on its coat of arms with the steelpan, addressing colonial legacies. [ more ]

New York Post

Social justice

New York's racial reparations idiocy

Reparations commission created in New York

Focus on history and impact of reparations [ more ]

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Toronto

These churches in Canada use parts of their budgets to pay Indigenous reparations for land use | CBC News

Stirling Avenue Mennonite Church's reparations are steps towards acknowledging and repairing past wrongs against Indigenous peoples in Canada. [ more ]

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Privacy professionals

Belgian PM gives Pope blistering welcome over Catholic abuse legacy

Pope Francis faces criticism from Belgium's Prime Minister for the Catholic Church's failure to address sexual abuse, emphasizing the need for concrete reparative steps. [ more ]

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California

Gov. Gavin Newsom vetoes bill to help Black California families reclaim taken land

Gov. Newsom vetoed a bill enabling Black families to claim property taken through discriminatory means due to the absence of an agency to implement it. [ more ]

Fortune

California

California Gov. Newsom vetoes bill to help Black families reclaim property that was unjustly taken by the government

California's Governor vetoes a bill aimed at helping Black families reclaim property seized through discriminatory practices, complicating reparations efforts. [ more ]

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California

California Gov. Gavin Newsom vetoes bill to help Black families reclaim taken land

Governor Newsom vetoed a reparations proposal due to the absence of an operational state agency, stalling efforts to address historical injustices. [ more ]

Los Angeles Times

Los Angeles

Newsom vetoes bill to study reparations for families displaced at Chavez Ravine

Gov. Gavin Newsom vetoed a bill for a task force on reparations for families displaced from Chavez Ravine, advocating for local-level evaluation instead. [ more ]

www.mercurynews.com

California

Gov. Gavin Newsom vetoes bill to help Black California families reclaim taken land

Gov. Newsom vetoed a bill enabling Black families to claim property taken through discriminatory means due to the absence of an agency to implement it. [ more ]

Fortune

California

California Gov. Newsom vetoes bill to help Black families reclaim property that was unjustly taken by the government

California's Governor vetoes a bill aimed at helping Black families reclaim property seized through discriminatory practices, complicating reparations efforts. [ more ]

ABC7 San Francisco

California

California Gov. Gavin Newsom vetoes bill to help Black families reclaim taken land

Governor Newsom vetoed a reparations proposal due to the absence of an operational state agency, stalling efforts to address historical injustices. [ more ]

Los Angeles Times

Los Angeles

Newsom vetoes bill to study reparations for families displaced at Chavez Ravine

Gov. Gavin Newsom vetoed a bill for a task force on reparations for families displaced from Chavez Ravine, advocating for local-level evaluation instead. [ more ]

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#black-community

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California

Newsom vetoes key part of reparations package in another blow to deal

Newsom's veto of the property compensation bill undermines reparations efforts for Black families harmed by discriminatory seizures. [ more ]

Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

Black Lives Matter

Cracks in the Foundation: What Are We Learning? - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

Acknowledgment of harm and commitment to reparations are vital for healing in the Black community. [ more ]

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San Francisco

SF to formally apologize to Black residents for discrimination. Reparations advocates want more

San Francisco plans to offer a formal apology to Black residents for past racist laws and policies.

The resolution calls for ongoing investments in Black communities, but some believe an apology alone is not enough for true atonement. [ more ]

Los Angeles Times

Social justice

Column: If California wants to solve homelessness, it'll have to support reparations

Historical connection between slavery and homelessness in California

Need for addressing systemic racism and compensating Black people for the harms of slavery [ more ]

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California

Newsom vetoes key part of reparations package in another blow to deal

Newsom's veto of the property compensation bill undermines reparations efforts for Black families harmed by discriminatory seizures. [ more ]

Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

Black Lives Matter

Cracks in the Foundation: What Are We Learning? - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

Acknowledgment of harm and commitment to reparations are vital for healing in the Black community. [ more ]

ABC7 San Francisco

San Francisco

SF to formally apologize to Black residents for discrimination. Reparations advocates want more

San Francisco plans to offer a formal apology to Black residents for past racist laws and policies.

The resolution calls for ongoing investments in Black communities, but some believe an apology alone is not enough for true atonement. [ more ]

Los Angeles Times

Social justice

Column: If California wants to solve homelessness, it'll have to support reparations

Historical connection between slavery and homelessness in California

Need for addressing systemic racism and compensating Black people for the harms of slavery [ more ]

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#advocacy

Axios

OMG science

Trinity Test atomic bomb victims heading to DC to press Congress for compensation

Victims of the Trinity Test, including their descendants, continue to battle rare cancers due to their exposure, highlighting the need for reparations and acknowledgment. [ more ]

City Limits

Social justice

New York's Reparations Commission Starts Its Work

New York Reparations Commission was formed to address the legacy of slavery with recommended actions for Black New Yorkers within a year. [ more ]

Axios

OMG science

Trinity Test atomic bomb victims heading to DC to press Congress for compensation

Victims of the Trinity Test, including their descendants, continue to battle rare cancers due to their exposure, highlighting the need for reparations and acknowledgment. [ more ]

City Limits

Social justice

New York's Reparations Commission Starts Its Work

New York Reparations Commission was formed to address the legacy of slavery with recommended actions for Black New Yorkers within a year. [ more ]

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#slavery

Brownstoner

NYC politics

City Council Passes Landmark Legislation About Reparations

New York City Council passed bills addressing slavery's legacy to promote racial justice for African descendants. [ more ]

New York Post

NYC real estate

NYC votes for reparations task force: Letters to the Editor - Sep. 16, 2024

Protests in NYC demand reparations for slavery as City Council considers a bill, igniting debate on its implications and financial responsibilities. [ more ]

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Brooklyn

Brooklyn Councilmembers lead the charge for reparations from slavery

Brooklyn City Council passed legislation to initiate reparations for slavery, including a Truth, Healing, and Reconciliation process and a reparations study. [ more ]

Brooklyn Eagle

Brooklyn

New York City lawmakers approve bill to study slavery and reparations

New York City lawmakers are studying reparations for descendants of enslaved people and addressing the legacy of slavery through proposed legislation. [ more ]

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Brooklyn

City Council Approves Study For Reparations, Creates Task Force

New York City is taking significant steps toward addressing the historical injustices of slavery through proposed reparations and the establishment of dedicated commissions. [ more ]

Brooklyn Paper

Brooklyn

City Council passes landmark legislation to acknowledge and address legacy of slavery, paving path for reparations in NYC * Brooklyn Paper

NYC Council passed bills to address slavery's legacy and advance racial justice. [ more ]

Brownstoner

NYC politics

City Council Passes Landmark Legislation About Reparations

New York City Council passed bills addressing slavery's legacy to promote racial justice for African descendants. [ more ]

New York Post

NYC real estate

NYC votes for reparations task force: Letters to the Editor - Sep. 16, 2024

Protests in NYC demand reparations for slavery as City Council considers a bill, igniting debate on its implications and financial responsibilities. [ more ]

brooklyneagle.com

Brooklyn

Brooklyn Councilmembers lead the charge for reparations from slavery

Brooklyn City Council passed legislation to initiate reparations for slavery, including a Truth, Healing, and Reconciliation process and a reparations study. [ more ]

Brooklyn Eagle

Brooklyn

New York City lawmakers approve bill to study slavery and reparations

New York City lawmakers are studying reparations for descendants of enslaved people and addressing the legacy of slavery through proposed legislation. [ more ]

BKReader

Brooklyn

City Council Approves Study For Reparations, Creates Task Force

New York City is taking significant steps toward addressing the historical injustices of slavery through proposed reparations and the establishment of dedicated commissions. [ more ]

Brooklyn Paper

Brooklyn

City Council passes landmark legislation to acknowledge and address legacy of slavery, paving path for reparations in NYC * Brooklyn Paper

NYC Council passed bills to address slavery's legacy and advance racial justice. [ more ]

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#racism

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Writing

Author Claims Daily Wire Tricked Her Into Being in Borat-Style Mockumentary: They Offered Me Between $1020,000'

Robin DiAngelo's encounter illustrates the need for due diligence when engaging with unfamiliar groups, particularly regarding sensitive topics like reparations. [ more ]

Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

Social justice

Philanthropy Must Engage in Reparations, Report Argues - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

American newspapers in the past promoted racist ideologies and profited from ads related to slavery.

Modern charitable foundations, including the William S. Abell Foundation and the Meyer Foundation, have racist roots. [ more ]

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San Francisco

San Francisco Formally Apologizes to Black Residents for Decades of Racist Policies

San Francisco's formal apology for racism and discrimination to African Americans and their descendants.

Supervisors committed to reparations, but proposal for $5 million each and guaranteed income has not been acted upon. [ more ]

www.mediaite.com

Writing

Author Claims Daily Wire Tricked Her Into Being in Borat-Style Mockumentary: They Offered Me Between $1020,000'

Robin DiAngelo's encounter illustrates the need for due diligence when engaging with unfamiliar groups, particularly regarding sensitive topics like reparations. [ more ]

Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

Social justice

Philanthropy Must Engage in Reparations, Report Argues - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

American newspapers in the past promoted racist ideologies and profited from ads related to slavery.

Modern charitable foundations, including the William S. Abell Foundation and the Meyer Foundation, have racist roots. [ more ]

time.com

San Francisco

San Francisco Formally Apologizes to Black Residents for Decades of Racist Policies

San Francisco's formal apology for racism and discrimination to African Americans and their descendants.

Supervisors committed to reparations, but proposal for $5 million each and guaranteed income has not been acted upon. [ more ]

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#racial-justice

New York Post

NYC politics

NYC Council pass bill to create task force to study reparations for black residents

New York City lawmakers passed a bill to create a reparations task force to address historical injustices and assess potential compensation. [ more ]

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US news

3 more sets of remains tied to the 1921 Tulsa race riots found with gunshot wounds

The ongoing investigation into the Tulsa race riots underscores the historical trauma of racial violence and the need for accountability. [ more ]

New York Post

NYC politics

NYC Council pass bill to create task force to study reparations for black residents

New York City lawmakers passed a bill to create a reparations task force to address historical injustices and assess potential compensation. [ more ]

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US news

3 more sets of remains tied to the 1921 Tulsa race riots found with gunshot wounds

The ongoing investigation into the Tulsa race riots underscores the historical trauma of racial violence and the need for accountability. [ more ]

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#civil-rights

New York Post

NYC politics

NYC Council expected to back taskforce to study reparations

New York City is poised to vote on a reparations taskforce for Black residents, a move that could result in significant taxpayer costs. [ more ]

Truthout

Black Lives Matter

Sheila Jackson Lee Remembered for Resisting Iraq War, Advocating for Reparations

Representative Sheila Jackson Lee, a tireless fighter for civil rights and progressive causes, has passed away at 74 after battling pancreatic cancer. [ more ]

Truthout

Left-wing politics

Tennessee GOP Wants to Ban Reparations. Black Tennesseans Are Fighting Back.

State Republicans in Tennessee are intensifying efforts against Black economic and political progress.

Tennessee House plans to vote on a bill banning municipalities from using funds for reparations to descendants of enslaved people. [ more ]

New York Post

NYC politics

NYC Council expected to back taskforce to study reparations

New York City is poised to vote on a reparations taskforce for Black residents, a move that could result in significant taxpayer costs. [ more ]

Truthout

Black Lives Matter

Sheila Jackson Lee Remembered for Resisting Iraq War, Advocating for Reparations

Representative Sheila Jackson Lee, a tireless fighter for civil rights and progressive causes, has passed away at 74 after battling pancreatic cancer. [ more ]

Truthout

Left-wing politics

Tennessee GOP Wants to Ban Reparations. Black Tennesseans Are Fighting Back.

State Republicans in Tennessee are intensifying efforts against Black economic and political progress.

Tennessee House plans to vote on a bill banning municipalities from using funds for reparations to descendants of enslaved people. [ more ]

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Music

Daily Wire Host Matt Walsh Tricks White Fragility' Author Into Paying Reparations' to His Producer

Matt Walsh used a disguised interview to satirically challenge the reparations discourse, securing a small payment from Robin DiAngelo as a critique of her arguments. [ more ]

The Ringer

JavaScript

Kamala's Code Switch, Lee Daniels, and the Reparations Movement in Peril

The conversation covers various cultural topics, including loss, identity politics, art's role in discourse, and the complexities surrounding reparations. [ more ]

#systemic-racism

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Media industry

Ready for the art-world reckoning?

Museums must prioritize accountability and community engagement over traditional structures, as outlined by the Readying the Museum blueprint. [ more ]

BKReader

Brooklyn

New York State Commissioners on Reparations Sworn In

The NYS Community Commission on Reparations Remedies aims to address the impacts of slavery and systemic racism on African Americans in New York. [ more ]

Washington Post

San Francisco

'Saying sorry' is not enough: Reparations proposal hangs in the balance

An apology is the first step towards reparations for the Black community in San Francisco.

Reparations advocates emphasize the need for redemptive acts following apologies in order to truly address systemic racism. [ more ]

www.mercurynews.com

Social justice

Opinion: California apologies, reparations would improve our state's karma

Reparations bills proposed in California for African American residents

Comparison to redress provided to Japanese Americans after World War II [ more ]

New York Post

Black Lives Matter

Black New Yorkers already clashing over who should get reparations as state panel starts

Reparations eligibility sparking debate among black New Yorkers

Different opinions on who should receive reparations for slavery [ more ]

Los Angeles Times

Los Angeles

San Francisco set to apologize to Black residents for 'systemic racism'

The San Francisco Board of Supervisors is set to officially apologize to Black residents for systemic racism.

The apology resolution is one action taken from a report that put forward over 100 recommendations from the African American Reparations Advisory Committee. [ more ]

The Art Newspaper - International art news and events

Media industry

Ready for the art-world reckoning?

Museums must prioritize accountability and community engagement over traditional structures, as outlined by the Readying the Museum blueprint. [ more ]

BKReader

Brooklyn

New York State Commissioners on Reparations Sworn In

The NYS Community Commission on Reparations Remedies aims to address the impacts of slavery and systemic racism on African Americans in New York. [ more ]

Washington Post

San Francisco

'Saying sorry' is not enough: Reparations proposal hangs in the balance

An apology is the first step towards reparations for the Black community in San Francisco.

Reparations advocates emphasize the need for redemptive acts following apologies in order to truly address systemic racism. [ more ]

www.mercurynews.com

Social justice

Opinion: California apologies, reparations would improve our state's karma

Reparations bills proposed in California for African American residents

Comparison to redress provided to Japanese Americans after World War II [ more ]

New York Post

Black Lives Matter

Black New Yorkers already clashing over who should get reparations as state panel starts

Reparations eligibility sparking debate among black New Yorkers

Different opinions on who should receive reparations for slavery [ more ]

Los Angeles Times

Los Angeles

San Francisco set to apologize to Black residents for 'systemic racism'

The San Francisco Board of Supervisors is set to officially apologize to Black residents for systemic racism.

The apology resolution is one action taken from a report that put forward over 100 recommendations from the African American Reparations Advisory Committee. [ more ]

moresystemic-racism

#california-legislation

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Black Lives Matter

Two historic California reparations bills stall out sparing Newsom a tough political call

California's reparations effort faced setbacks as two critical bills were not voted on in the Assembly, though they may be reintroduced next year. [ more ]

Sacramento Bee

California

Reparations bills face concerns from Gov. Gavin Newsom in legislature's final stretch

California's reparations bills are struggling to pass amid financial concerns and potential opposition, despite state budget support for reparations initiatives. [ more ]

Sacramento Bee

California

An apology is the cornerstone of reparations bills in California. What would it do?

An apology is fundamental for first-in-the-nation reparations legislation in California. [ more ]

www.mercurynews.com

Black Lives Matter

Two historic California reparations bills stall out sparing Newsom a tough political call

California's reparations effort faced setbacks as two critical bills were not voted on in the Assembly, though they may be reintroduced next year. [ more ]

Sacramento Bee

California

Reparations bills face concerns from Gov. Gavin Newsom in legislature's final stretch

California's reparations bills are struggling to pass amid financial concerns and potential opposition, despite state budget support for reparations initiatives. [ more ]

Sacramento Bee

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California

An apology is the cornerstone of reparations bills in California. What would it do?

An apology is fundamental for first-in-the-nation reparations legislation in California. [ more ]

Los Angeles Times

Los Angeles

Los Angeles unveils reparations report on Black residents' experiences since 1925

The first city-sponsored report on reparations for Black residents outlines systemic discrimination faced over the past century. [ more ]

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Los Angeles

Reparation Efforts Stall In Santa Monica | KQED

The Santa Monica City Council is facing criticism for missing a deadline to address reparations for Silas White's land taken decades ago. [ more ]

#tulsa-race-massacre

Washington Post

US news

A century after Tulsa Race Massacre, city creates reparations committee

City of Tulsa forms reparations commission to study compensations for Tulsa Race Massacre survivors and descendants. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

US news

Tulsa Creates Commission on Reparations for Race Massacre

Creation of a commission in Tulsa for reparations related to the Tulsa Race Massacre. [ more ]

Washington Post

US news

A century after Tulsa Race Massacre, city creates reparations committee

City of Tulsa forms reparations commission to study compensations for Tulsa Race Massacre survivors and descendants. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

US news

Tulsa Creates Commission on Reparations for Race Massacre

Creation of a commission in Tulsa for reparations related to the Tulsa Race Massacre. [ more ]

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Truthout

Education

At Least 973 Native Children Died in the US's Abusive Boarding School System

The U.S. Department of the Interior calls for a formal apology from the U.S. government for the history of federal Indian boarding schools and ongoing support for Native people to recover from generational trauma. [ more ]

Time Out New York

Black Lives Matter

Here are the new ways NYC will highlight Black history

New York City's Black history sites are often overlooked; grants support preserving African American cultural heritage [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

Social justice

Children of Vietnam war's rape survivors unjustly bear the burden of others' crimes | Tran Thi Ngai

Survivors of sexual violence in conflict zones often face lifelong stigma and struggle for recognition and support. [ more ]

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San Francisco

Humpday Headlines: SF Sheriff's Excercise Involving Pepper Spray Sickens Elementary School Students

California news highlights arrests, trials, and policy changes in San Francisco and surrounding areas. [ more ]

#racial-wealth-gap

Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

Black Lives Matter

Reparations Requires Changing the System - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

Addressing the racial wealth gap requires wide systematic change, not just individual solutions. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

San Francisco

San Francisco apologizes to Black residents for decades of racist policies

San Francisco Board Apologizes to African Americans for City's Role in Discrimination

Resolution Represents First Step Towards Reparations for Black Residents [ more ]

Sacramento Bee

San Francisco

San Francisco is ready to apologize to Black residents. Reparations advocates want more

San Francisco Board of Supervisors to apologize for racist laws/policies towards Black residents

Reparations proposal includes cash payment and guaranteed income for eligible Black adults [ more ]

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Black Lives Matter

Reparations Requires Changing the System - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

Addressing the racial wealth gap requires wide systematic change, not just individual solutions. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

San Francisco

San Francisco apologizes to Black residents for decades of racist policies

San Francisco Board Apologizes to African Americans for City's Role in Discrimination

Resolution Represents First Step Towards Reparations for Black Residents [ more ]

Sacramento Bee

San Francisco

San Francisco is ready to apologize to Black residents. Reparations advocates want more

San Francisco Board of Supervisors to apologize for racist laws/policies towards Black residents

Reparations proposal includes cash payment and guaranteed income for eligible Black adults [ more ]

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#palm-springs

www.nytimes.com

US news

A Reparations Effort in Palm Springs

Complicated situation in Palm Springs where Section 14 residents seek reparations for their losses, encountering challenges with negotiations and conflicting perspectives. [ more ]

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US news

Their Palm Springs Neighborhood Burned More Than 50 Years Ago. They Want Compensation.

In the 1960s, a neighborhood in Palm Springs, predominantly Black and Latino families, was demolished for commercial development, leading to demands for compensation and reparations. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

US news

A Reparations Effort in Palm Springs

Complicated situation in Palm Springs where Section 14 residents seek reparations for their losses, encountering challenges with negotiations and conflicting perspectives. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

US news

Their Palm Springs Neighborhood Burned More Than 50 Years Ago. They Want Compensation.

In the 1960s, a neighborhood in Palm Springs, predominantly Black and Latino families, was demolished for commercial development, leading to demands for compensation and reparations. [ more ]

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ABC7 San Francisco

California

CA Senate passes 3 bills that would create reparations agency, funding

California State Senate passed 3 reparations bills addressing anti-Black racism and slavery harms, part of a larger reparations package to correct historical injustices. [ more ]

Kqed

5 months ago

California

State Assembly Passes Bill Apologizing for California's Role in Supporting Slavery | KQED

Confronting historical oppression of Black people through legislative action. [ more ]

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5 months ago

Black Lives Matter

What Are Reparations? - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

Reparations for Black people should include resources like land and money, policies and programs, and combating anti-Blackness. [ more ]

www.dw.com

5 months ago

Social justice

South Africa: apartheid victims demand reparations DW 05/01/2024

Elderly protesters in South Africa demand justice and reparations for apartheid abuses 30 years after democracy. [ more ]

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Los Angeles Times

Los Angeles

Palm Spring promises to 'right that wrong' for Black, Latino community destroyed in 1960s

Palm Springs City Council acknowledged role in destruction of Black and Latino neighborhood, promising to make amends with more affordable housing and economic opportunities. [ more ]

sfist.com

San Francisco

Humpday Headlines: Corpse Flower Blooms at Academy of Sciences

Macy's Union Square closing after 77 years

Rev. Amos Brown suggests investing in affordable housing for Black residents despite legal barriers [ more ]

Los Angeles Times

Los Angeles

Palm Spring promises to 'right that wrong' for Black, Latino community destroyed in 1960s

Palm Springs City Council acknowledged role in destruction of Black and Latino neighborhood, promising to make amends with more affordable housing and economic opportunities. [ more ]

sfist.com

San Francisco

Humpday Headlines: Corpse Flower Blooms at Academy of Sciences

Macy's Union Square closing after 77 years

Rev. Amos Brown suggests investing in affordable housing for Black residents despite legal barriers [ more ]

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Europe news

Poland demands compensation from Germany DW 03/19/2024

Poland is renewing calls for Germany to pay reparations for World War II

Past Polish government demanded over 1.3 trillion in reparations from Germany [ more ]

www.mercurynews.com

San Francisco

San Francisco apologizes to Black residents and their descendants for systemic racism and past atrocities

San Francisco issued a formal apology to its Black residents for systemic discrimination.

The Board of Supervisors unanimously passed a resolution committing to rectification and redress of past misdeeds. [ more ]

Sacramento Bee

Social justice

California lawmakers say reparations bills, which exclude widespread payments, are a starting point

Reparations legislation introduced by Black lawmakers in California doesn't include direct cash payments.

Proposals aim to atone for discrimination through various measures like creating a reparations agency and affirmative action exceptions. [ more ]

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