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13 hours ago

Law Professors Argue Abandoning The Diversity Rule Will Hurt The ABA's Reputation - Above the Law

The American Bar Association faces pressure to eliminate its diversity accreditation requirement amid ongoing debates about racial equity in legal education.
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fromLGBTQ Nation
21 hours ago

A gay bar kicked out a wheelchair user as a "fire risk." Her response forced the bar to make amends. - LGBTQ Nation

Club Tropicana in Manchester apologized to Maddie Haining after discriminating against her as a wheelchair user, violating U.K. disability access laws.
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fromLos Angeles Times
23 hours ago

On California farms, workers say threats to deport them are on the rise

Undocumented dairy workers face threats and unsafe conditions, leading to increased fear and job loss amid heightened immigration enforcement.
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fromThe Nation
1 day ago

How Working People Are the Canaries in the Coal Mine

Politicians are addressing the affordability crisis, but many working individuals feel neglected and question the timing of this attention.
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fromSlate Magazine
14 hours ago

Clarence Thomas Just Gave a Speech Blaming Progressivism for Hitler. It Was Mostly Just Sad.

Justice Clarence Thomas delivered a speech attacking progressivism, linking it to historical atrocities and expressing grievances about criticism faced by principled individuals.
fromFuncheap
17 hours ago

Trump vs. Birthright Citizenship: Free Discussion + Poetry (Berkeley)

On his first day in office, Trump issued an executive order abolishing 'birthright citizenship' for people born in the U.S. whose parents were not 'legal residents' at the time of their birth. This directly violates the 14th Amendment of U.S. Constitution, which guarantees citizenship to all people born in the United States.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

Palestinian Prisoner's Day: What happened in Palestine on April 17, 1971?

Nearly 10,000 Palestinians are held in Israeli prisons, with a third without charge or trial, amid new laws targeting them.
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fromFortune
13 hours ago

Exclusive: Adam Silver on winning the Edison Achievement Award: 'Sports remind us that some of the most important forms of innovation are human' | Fortune

Adam Silver transformed the NBA into a global powerhouse and received the Edison Achievement Award for his significant contributions to innovation.
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fromBuzzFeed
1 day ago

I Kept My Christian College Ministry Leader's Abuse Secret While Being Their Purity Poster Child

Dolores Huerta's revelation of sexual violence reflects a broader struggle with purity culture and its impact on recognizing and addressing assault.
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fromFast Company
23 hours ago

This Lego-like playground kit is designed for children displaced by war

Play is essential for children's development, especially in refugee camps, aiding in healing and normalcy for those affected by trauma.
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fromAdvocate.com
1 day ago

LGBTQ+ youth say prisons and policing fail hate crime victims. Now what?

Communities are urged to adopt non-punitive, community-based solutions to address violence, particularly for marginalized groups like LGBTQ+ individuals.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Majority of carers don't receive dementia training when first looking after elderly

Over half of adult social care staff start without dementia training, raising concerns about care quality for vulnerable adults.
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fromSCSJ
1 day ago

New Report: More than 815,000 Missing Voters in Alabama | SOLVE

Over 815,000 Alabamians are not regularly voting due to systemic barriers, particularly affecting marginalized groups.
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fromNEPYORK
3 days ago
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New York Lawmakers and Advocates Rally in Jackson Heights to Advance Landmark Bill to Ban Caste Discrimination - NEPYORK

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3 days ago

New York Lawmakers and Advocates Rally in Jackson Heights to Advance Landmark Bill to Ban Caste Discrimination - NEPYORK

New York lawmakers are advancing a bill to prohibit caste-based discrimination in employment, housing, and public accommodations.
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fromwww.dw.com
3 days ago

India: A Dalit officer highlights caste bias in judiciary

Caste influences recruitment, interactions, and career progression in the judiciary, affecting Dalit candidates' opportunities and experiences.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

A single Epstein email shines a light on myths about American justice and art | Alex Duran

Jes Staley's email reflects a racist view on cultural pacification and the role of hip-hop in society.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

Legal migrants remain vulnerable to trafficking

Temporary work visa systems can trap migrants in debt, abuse, and fear of deportation, leading to exploitation and human trafficking.
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fromBossip
1 day ago

Lock Them Up: NYPD Cops Brutally Beat Brooklyn Man In Viral Video, Mayor Mamdani Sounds Off

Police violently assaulted an innocent man, highlighting systemic abuse of power against Black and Brown communities.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

El Salvador publishes law allowing life sentences for minors as young as 12

El Salvador allows life imprisonment for minors as young as 12 for severe crimes amid ongoing state of emergency against crime.
fromFast Company
1 day ago

IBM just settled a major anti-DEI case for $17 million

Racial discrimination is illegal, and government contractors cannot evade the law by repackaging it as DEI. The Department launched the Civil Rights Fraud Initiative to root out this misconduct, hold offenders accountable, and end this practice for good.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

MSC's blue tick' scheme creates illusion of ethically sourced fish, study claims

The MSC's sustainability certification is questioned due to reported widespread labor abuses on approved fishing vessels.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

One year on: how landmark ruling on single-sex spaces has changed lives

The supreme court ruled that the legal definition of a woman is based on biological sex, impacting access to women-only services.
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fromSlate Magazine
2 days ago

The Supreme Court Has a Chance to Revolutionize Its Approach to the Law

Supreme Court rulings on Reconstruction Amendments will significantly impact voting rights and protections for marginalized groups, particularly Black Americans and transgender individuals.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

One year on: how landmark ruling on single-sex spaces has changed lives

The supreme court ruled that the legal definition of a woman is based on biological sex, impacting access to women-only services.
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fromSlate Magazine
2 days ago

The Supreme Court Has a Chance to Revolutionize Its Approach to the Law

Supreme Court rulings on Reconstruction Amendments will significantly impact voting rights and protections for marginalized groups, particularly Black Americans and transgender individuals.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Power in the hands of people': union leaders push to revive ailing US labor movement

This is really about trying to put power in the hands of people. There's 70% of workers who want a union, and 10% have them. If it were a company, they would figure out how to get the product into the hands of the 70% who wanted it.
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fromAdvocate.com
2 days ago

Trailblazing trans lawyer fighting Trump named one of the world's most powerful people

Shannon Minter is recognized as a leading figure in the fight for transgender rights amid ongoing legal challenges in the U.S.
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fromLGBTQ Nation
6 days ago

Trans woman sues homeless shelter over alleged "threatening" harassment that made her ill - LGBTQ Nation

A transgender staffer is suing a Michigan homeless shelter for $25,000, alleging harassment and discrimination by colleagues and management's negligence.
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fromAdvocate.com
2 days ago

Trailblazing trans lawyer fighting Trump named one of the world's most powerful people

Shannon Minter is recognized as a leading figure in the fight for transgender rights amid ongoing legal challenges in the U.S.
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fromLGBTQ Nation
6 days ago

Trans woman sues homeless shelter over alleged "threatening" harassment that made her ill - LGBTQ Nation

A transgender staffer is suing a Michigan homeless shelter for $25,000, alleging harassment and discrimination by colleagues and management's negligence.
#ibm
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fromComputerworld
3 days ago

IBM's government DEI settlement could increase pressure to avoid tech hiring diversity

IBM's settlement with the DOJ dismantles its DEI programs and halts workforce diversification efforts.
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fromTheregister
3 days ago

IBM pays up under Trump administration's diversity blitz

IBM settled with the US government for $17 million over allegations of violating anti-discrimination requirements in its diversity programs.
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fromComputerworld
3 days ago

IBM's government DEI settlement could increase pressure to avoid tech hiring diversity

IBM's settlement with the DOJ dismantles its DEI programs and halts workforce diversification efforts.
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fromTheregister
3 days ago

IBM pays up under Trump administration's diversity blitz

IBM settled with the US government for $17 million over allegations of violating anti-discrimination requirements in its diversity programs.
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fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago

Lawsuit against gay activist could help destroy the right to protest, judge & lawyers say - LGBTQ Nation

A federal appeals court ruling may deter individuals from participating in protests, impacting free speech and assembly rights.
fromBoston.com
3 days ago

Ben & Jerry's co-founder wants the company to be independent once more

"Magnum prevented Ben & Jerry's from putting out a post supporting Black History Month. (Ben & Jerry's) wanted to come out with a post calling for a ceasefire in Gaza. Magnum prevented that. We wanted to support the student protesters. Magnum wouldn't allow that."
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fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Justice denied: why families of apartheid victims are still searching for answers

The four men were pulled over by three white security police officers, handcuffed, and driven back towards Gqeberha. Mkonto was shot after a struggle, while the others were attacked from behind.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

We took clothes, a blanket and a dog': the people displaced by a dam 50 years ago, but still fighting for justice

The Itaipu hydroelectric dam construction displaced the Ava-Guarani people, disrupting their territory and culture, with ongoing struggles for justice and recognition.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

Blood, Sweat and Sugar

The sugar industry's legacy is built on human suffering, with its history tracing back to slave plantations and modern refineries across the globe.
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fromAdvocate.com
3 days ago

West Hollywood is protecting modern families. The rest of California should be next

California laws need to reflect diverse family structures beyond the traditional nuclear family model.
fromBitcoin Magazine
3 days ago

Relics Of A Revolution, Part III: The Suit, The Songs, The System

Afroman's response to the botched raid was not just a legal victory; it was protest art in the modern age—raw, low-budget, absurdist, and deeply American.
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fromwww.dw.com
4 days ago

India celebrates Ambedkar's 135th birth anniversary

India's caste system remains entrenched, with legal reforms stalling and regressive laws reinforcing caste hierarchies.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Ben Roberts-Smith's arrest won't erase the pain for Afghans but it shows Australia is willing to face uncomfortable truths | Shadi Khan Saif

For a long time, these claims of unlawful killings, or war crimes had lived quietly in Afghan villages. They were shared between families, in grief and disbelief, but rarely went beyond that.
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fromwww.berkeleyside.org
3 days ago

Remembering Carl Anthony, architect who brought racial equity analysis to environmental movement

Carl Cokine Anthony, an influential architect and environmental justice leader, passed away at 87, leaving a legacy of racial equity and regionalism.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Killer nicknamed Nasty' jailed for punching deaf woman and leaving her to die

Judge Richard Marks KC handed Owusu a life sentence with a minimum term of 16 years and six months in jail, stating he struck Ms Mukhtar with a forceful blow for which there was absolutely no justification.
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fromPsychology Today
4 days ago

Resilience and Reconstruction in Practice

A long-term approach is essential for supporting displaced individuals, emphasizing identity continuity and meaningful work for resilience.
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fromAdvocate.com
4 days ago

He came here for safety. America made him fight for it.

Canada's humane refugee program contrasts sharply with the U.S. policy of exclusion and restriction during the same period.
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fromGothamist
4 days ago

Can Columbus, Ohio teach the NYPD about crowd control? Mamdani wants to find out.

Columbus emphasizes conversation and de-escalation in protest policing, contrasting with aggressive tactics historically used by the NYPD.
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fromCornell Chronicle
5 days ago

Brooks School senior heads to Oxford on Keasbey Scholarship | Cornell Chronicle

Ariela Asllani, a public policy major, will study refugee and forced migration at Oxford University after winning a Keasbey Scholarship.
fromRadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty
4 days ago

Court In Kazakhstan Finds All 19 Defendants Guilty For Anti-China Protests

The court on April 13 found all defendants guilty of inciting inter-ethnic discord following a protest in which participants demanded the release of an ethnic Kazakh detained in Xinjiang.
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fromTruthout
5 days ago

Pennsylvania's Abolitionist Organizers Win Victory Against Mandatory Life Without Parole

Pennsylvania's Supreme Court ruling overturns mandatory life sentences for felony murder, impacting over a thousand individuals, primarily Black.
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fromSan Jose Spotlight
6 days ago

San Jose faces legal heat over mental health crisis calls - San Jose Spotlight

Civil rights organizations are pressuring San Jose to improve mental health emergency response by diverting calls from police to crisis teams.
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fromThe Independent
1 week ago

Bafta apologises for racial slur as review finds 'structural weaknesses'

Bafta apologized to the Black and disability communities for a racial slur broadcast during the 2026 film awards ceremony.
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fromAdvocate.com
1 week ago

Beyond awareness: How youth leadership is reshaping the HIV response

Young people, especially Black and Latinx youth, face significant barriers in HIV advocacy and decision-making despite being heavily impacted by the epidemic.
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fromTruthout
1 week ago

Judge's Order for "Alligator Alcatraz" May Shape Legal Access at Other ICE Jails

Demonstrators protest against ICE and demand closure of the Alligator Alcatraz detention center in Florida.
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fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

The Psychology of Apology in High-Stakes Failure

Sam Bankman-Fried framed the FTX collapse as mismanagement while publicly apologizing and denying intent, reflecting self-justification and reputation management.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

Israeli settlers turn Passover into celebration of ethnic cleansing

Haitham al-Zayed, displaced from Shallal al-Auja, recalls his childhood memories of swimming in al-Auja's lush pools, now occupied by settlers celebrating their presence during Passover.
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fromThe Nation
1 week ago

The Enduring Lessons of the Jewish Bund

The Jewish Labor Bund's history reveals a connection between past anti-Semitic violence and contemporary actions against Palestinians in the name of Zionism.
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fromCaribbean Life
1 week ago

Respect due Dr. Drew: Official recognition of Rastafari - Caribbean Life

St. Kitts and Nevis officially recognized Rastafari as a bona fide religion, marking a significant milestone for the movement.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Hip-hop pioneer, Afrika Bambaataa, dies aged 67

Afrika Bambaataa helped shape a global movement rooted in peace, unity, love, and having fun, playing a crucial role in the emergence of hip-hop as a cultural force.
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fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

Legal Aid Society sues DHS, ICE for racial profiling and unlawful arrests | amNewYork

A class action lawsuit was filed against federal agencies for unlawful racial profiling and detaining Latino individuals based on their appearance or language.
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fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

Legal Aid Society sues DHS, ICE for racial profiling and unlawful arrests | amNewYork

A class action lawsuit was filed against federal agencies for unlawful racial profiling and detaining Latino individuals based on their appearance or language.
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fromwww.thelocal.se
1 week ago

'We are not bonded labourers': University researcher fights Swedish deportation order

Fahima Ayub Khan is fighting a deportation order in Sweden while completing her PhD, highlighting systemic failures in the immigration process.
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fromABC7 Los Angeles
2 weeks ago

Immigrants seeking asylum ordered to countries they've never been to, stuck in limbo

Many immigrants face third-country deportation orders to nations where they have no ties, creating fear and uncertainty in their asylum processes.
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fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 week ago

Op-ed: San Jose must act as "Slavery Towers" workers wait for protection - San Jose Spotlight

San Jose's failure to enforce worker protections has led to ongoing issues of labor trafficking and wage theft in construction.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

Humanitarian situation in Sudan at catastrophic levels', says NGO

Humanity & Inclusion states that the humanitarian situation has deteriorated significantly for persons with disabilities, who face extreme challenges in fleeing violence and accessing aid amid the ongoing war in Sudan.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

Three life terms for Kashmir's Aasiya Andrabi fit India's broader pattern'

Legal experts have condemned the harsh sentencing of Aasiya Andrabi, stating that it fits a broader pattern of India's policy towards dissenting voices in Kashmir.
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fromLGBTQ Nation
1 week ago

The right is destroying LGBTQ+ education. But gay union leader Randi Weingarten has a secret weapon. - LGBTQ Nation

Randi Weingarten emphasizes the importance of justice, inclusion, and respect in the fight against anti-LGBTQ+ policies.
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

Activists urge AG Letitia James sentence for NYPD sergeant convicted of killing Bronx protester with thrown cooler | amNewYork

When was the last time you heard of somebody in New York state being convicted of a killing and getting three to nine years?
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Don't look at who voted to call the slave trade the gravest crime', look at who didn't | Kenneth Mohammed

The Ghana-led UN resolution on slavery highlights global disparities in acknowledging historical injustices, with significant opposition from Western nations.
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fromTruthout
1 week ago

Supreme Court Is Poised to Gut Remaining Protections of the Voting Rights Act

The Supreme Court may undermine voting rights by questioning the constitutionality of Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act.
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fromLGBTQ Nation
1 week ago

Waiting for a hero to save us from Trump & MAGA? Here's where to look... - LGBTQ Nation

Heroes are often flawed mortals, and we must rely on ourselves for change rather than expecting saviors from above.
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fromMission Local
1 week ago

Sunset residents wanted a nonprofit out. Decades later, it proved itself to them.

Sunset Youth Services evolved from community skepticism to a major youth service provider, focusing on building relationships and improving opportunities for at-risk youth.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

For leftist Jews, the Bund is a model': the radical history behind one of Europe's biggest socialist movements

The Knesset's death penalty law for Palestinians reflects a moral decline in Israel's values and a departure from universal humanitarian obligations.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

For leftist Jews, the Bund is a model': the radical history behind one of Europe's biggest socialist movements

The Knesset's death penalty law for Palestinians reflects a moral decline in Israel's values and a departure from universal humanitarian obligations.
fromNew Relic
2 weeks ago

New Relic Earns Equality 100 Award in Human Rights Campaign Foundation's 2026 Corporate Equality Index

I am proud of the work that New Relic has done to create an inclusive and welcoming workplace. This accomplishment underscores our commitment both in the U.S. and globally.
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fromTruthout
1 week ago

Israel Has Buried Gaza in Rubble, But Our Love for the Land Will Always Survive

"I have never chosen to adopt the title of 'refugee,' yet it keeps haunting me. It is scribbled on my Palestinian national identification card and follows my name in human rights conferences."
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Accused Pinochet agent turned Bondi nanny Adriana Rivas to be extradited to Chile

Adriana Rivas will be extradited to Chile to face kidnapping charges related to Pinochet's dictatorship after losing her legal battle in Australia.
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fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

Extending Awareness to Every Autistic Person

Autism awareness must encompass all autistic individuals, acknowledging their unseen struggles regardless of perceived high-functioning status.
fromNonprofit Quarterly | Civic News. Empowering Nonprofits. Advancing Justice.
1 week ago

Finally Free, Leonard Peltier Offers Intergenerational Wisdom for Resistance | Nonprofit Quarterly | Civic News. Empowering Nonprofits. Advancing Justice.

Thank you...for being able to fight for my freedom. But what's more important than that is that you continue to fight for your land and to continue to fight for your people and all people.
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fromCornell Chronicle
1 week ago

Book talk, film screening, keynote to highlight Union Days | Cornell Chronicle

The book talk will look back on the career and family history of Bill Gould, an influential professor of law at Stanford, who was a key figure in ending the 1994-95 Major League Baseball strike.
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fromThe Nation
1 week ago

The Cost of Making Cesar Chavez the Face of a Movement

Sexual-abuse allegations against Cesar Chavez prompt a reevaluation of his legacy and highlight the complexities of Latino civil-rights history.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Navajo Nation: the fight for cultural survival photo essay

Virginia Brown, a 69-year-old elder, recalls her traumatic experience: 'I was forced into a boarding school when I was six years old. They cut off all our long hair and washed our mouths out with soap if they caught us speaking Navajo.'
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fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

Identity Loss Shapes Behavior Long Before Crime Emerges

Carlos described his return home as a journey filled with memories of familiar neighborhoods and voices, yet he felt a quiet distance from them. Years spent in Tampa reshaped his identity, altering how he spoke and related to others. He recognized everything around him but felt a disconnection, as if the bond between his place and self had loosened over time.
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fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

Helping Black Women Remove the Mask

Black women navigate stereotypes and require therapy to reclaim their authenticity while clinicians must advocate against oppressive systems.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Rise in number of girls being identified as victims in county lines exploitation, data shows

An increasing number of girls are identified as victims of county lines exploitation, rising from 15% to 22% of cases in one year.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Politics of Black hair: why grooming rules are under scrutiny across the diaspora

Disputes over natural Black hairstyles highlight ongoing colonial influences on grooming standards in schools and workplaces across the African and Caribbean diaspora.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

They're making them disappear again': families fear Mexico's missing are being erased

Over 130,000 people have disappeared in Mexico due to drug cartel violence, with authorities downplaying the crisis and families demanding accountability.
fromThe Atlantic
1 week ago

The Black Daughters of the American Revolution

Karen Batchelor's discovery of her eligibility for the Daughters of the American Revolution was surprising, given the organization's long history of racism and elitism.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Billionaire fortunes have reached all-time highs under Trump. So has the movement to tax them

A proposed 5% wealth tax on California's billionaires aims to fund public services and education, reflecting growing support for taxing the wealthy.
fromTruthout
2 weeks ago

ICE Arrests Palestinian Activist Who Leads Wisconsin's Largest Islamic Group

Othman Atta, executive director of the Islamic Society of Milwaukee, stated, 'This is a man who came to the United States and kind of lived the American dream. And they are trying to tarnish his image. They're trying to target him.'
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

I will not yield': Taiwan convulsed by 17-year prison sentence for populist opposition figure

Ko Wen-je, sentenced to 17 years for corruption, rallied tens of thousands of supporters, asserting his resilience against the ruling party's attempts to eliminate him.
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fromwww.amny.com
2 weeks ago

Op-Ed | Revisiting More Black Male Judges, the Collegial Effect, Public Perceptions and Paths Forward | amNewYork

Increased representation of Black judges leads to fairer judicial outcomes and reduces racial disparities in sentencing.
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fromThe Nation
2 weeks ago

Why Black People Can't Earn Our Way Out of Racism in Maternal Care: A Q&A With Khiara Bridges

Khiara Bridges's book, Expecting Inequity, critiques maternal healthcare's treatment of low-income people, emphasizing the intersection of race and class.
fromTruthout
2 weeks ago

Rupture and Repair Under Fascist Conditions

"We have a great opportunity in our movements to learn how to be opponents without being enemies," says Tanuja Jagernauth. This perspective emphasizes the importance of maintaining respect and understanding even amidst conflict.
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