Social justice

Social justice

Racism persists in society, with many underestimating its impact on ethnic minorities.

A Manhattan man was sentenced to 25 years to life for the execution-style murder of Frank Sestak nearly 30 years ago.

Many parents may actually prefer their daughters over their sons, revealing a deeper insight into parental favoritism.

Youngmi Mayer's memoir uses humor as a lens to explore biracial identity and cultural critiques, depicting its power for survival and understanding.

Keon West's book uses empirical research to explore how racism impacts social treatment and life outcomes rather than relying on individual anecdotes.

The final content of Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League reveals that major characters Superman and Batman were not truly dead.

Tower Hamlets children's services have achieved an 'outstanding' rating from Ofsted, reflecting significant improvements since its previous 'inadequate' rating seven years ago.

The Biden administration's foreign policy narrative often clashes with the harsh realities of ongoing global conflicts, particularly in Gaza.

Having one child has become a more acceptable and common choice for families in modern society.

Psychological trauma is complex and can be understood similarly to malnutrition, focusing on unmet emotional and mental needs.

Community opposition to industrial zoning for the Moriah Energy Center emphasizes the fight for clean air and water rights in North Carolina.

The global protests following George Floyd's murder ignited a renewed focus on racial injustices and significantly impacted institutional commitments to diversity and equity.

Justice Juan M. Merchan's role in the Trump case epitomizes the intense scrutiny judges face in high-profile legal battles.

Shiu Ka-chun dedicated his life to advocating for the marginalized, particularly imprisoned protesters, leaving a lasting impact on Hong Kong's pro-democracy movement.

Racial microaggressions can inflict profound harm on both individuals targeted and their loved ones, creating feelings of helplessness and shame.

The UK is in a fostering crisis with fewer carers available as needs for placements rise sharply.

The election result for the North Carolina Supreme Court is contested, with implications for partisan dynamics and legal interpretations of voter eligibility.

Legal aid cuts to family cases violate human rights, depriving parents of the ability to enforce their rights to contact with children.

Navigating reproductive health is challenging for Muslim Americans, often faced with cultural silence and lack of information.

Sibling differences can be attributed to both conscious and unconscious parental influences and individual child circumstances.

Residents are suing Edenton officials over a secret plan to move a Confederate monument, challenging transparency and prior public engagement.

A New York judge upheld Trump's conviction but may spare him punishment, indicating an unconditional discharge would maintain his felon status without further legal strings.

Gov. Roy Cooper commuted death sentences for 15 individuals to life without parole, reducing NC's death row population significantly.

Gov. Roy Cooper commuted 15 death sentences to life without parole, indicating a significant shift away from the death penalty in North Carolina.

Historians are urging the Supreme Court to restore a map that includes a second majority-Black congressional district in Louisiana.

Serico Justice received a 21-year sentence for killing her neighbor in a love triangle incident.

The life of a child star, particularly for Black actors, is fraught with unique challenges and pressures beyond public perception.

Hisham Awartani's story exemplifies resilience after gun violence, highlighting his adjustment to life in a wheelchair and commitment to activism as a Palestinian-American.

Pauli Murray, a significant but overlooked civil rights activist, is finally receiving recognition through the newly established Pauli Murray Center for History and Social Justice.

Biden commuted 37 federal death sentences, emphasizing his opposition to the death penalty amid political change.

Democratic analyst Lisa Durden urges Republican Christians to support Biden's commutation of death sentences, emphasizing the Christian principle of forgiveness.

President Biden's commutation of sentences reduces federal death row to three inmates, maintaining a position against death penalty except for extreme cases.

President Biden opposes the death penalty, commuting the sentences of 37 federal inmates despite the heinous nature of their crimes.

Justice Thomas failed to disclose trips funded by billionaire Harlan Crow, raising ethical concerns about transparency in the Supreme Court.

Recent advancements in the reparations movement face potential setbacks with Donald Trump's second term due to his skepticism and plans to dismantle equity programs.

Two killers from a brutal Miami double murder plot were sentenced to life in prison rather than death.

The resentencing trial highlighted the graphic nature of the crimes and the history behind them.

The investigation uncovered systemic failures enabling child sexual abuse by police officers, with 1,800 officers charged between 2005 and 2022.

President Yoon Suk-yeol's short-lived martial law declaration exposed a significant political crisis in South Korea marked by public dissent and military confusion.

Coretta Scott King's speech highlighted that violence encompasses systemic issues beyond physical acts, such as poverty, racism, and social neglect.

The article critiques the Democratic Party's reliance on identity politics and highlights the alienation of the working class.

Trauma must be expressed and shared with safe recipients to mitigate its long-term effects.

Secretiveness surrounding trauma rather than its nature influences its lasting impact.

Professional intervention may be necessary for effective healing from childhood trauma.

The Southern Coalition for Social Justice challenges the myth of 'rising crime' and emphasizes the importance of grounding public safety discourse in factual data.

The Harvard symposium discussed the legal, economic, and ethical aspects of reparations for Black Americans, emphasizing the need for clarity in goals and justice.