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Streetsblog
2 days ago
Bicycling

Eyes on the Street: New Gilman/I-80 Overpass is Open - Streetsblog San Francisco

The Gilman Street bicycle and pedestrian bridge in West Berkeley is now open, thanks to advocacy efforts from various organizations.
Despite the completion of bike and walk infrastructure, concerns remain about unfinished car roundabouts and safety issues at the raised pedestrian and bike crossing.
There is a desire for agencies like Caltrans and AlamedaCTC to prioritize building bike infrastructure independently rather than as part of larger freeway projects. [ more ]
Electronic Frontier Foundation
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

S.T.O.P. is Working to 'Ban The Scan' in New York

Face surveillance technologies amplify disparities in the criminal justice system, posing threats to privacy, racial justice, and civil liberties. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 months ago
Social justice

I don't blame her': meeting of Esther Ghey and Emma Sutton shows power of restorative justice

Remarkable meeting between mothers of victim and perpetrator.
Unusual display of restorative justice and forgiveness. [ more ]
Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly
2 months ago
Social justice

Racial Equity Leaders Aim to Build Solidarity Across the Americas - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

Increased attention to ultra-right's political power attempts in the Americas
Efforts to build intercontinental solidarity among advocates in response to conservative waves [ more ]
Majic 102.3 - 92.7
2 months ago
Marketing

Beware of the Bill: Here's What We Know About The Potential U.S. TikTok Ban

U.S. lawmakers are considering a bill that could lead to a TikTok ban in the country due to national security concerns.
Over 170 million Americans who use TikTok have expressed concerns about the potential ban and have engaged in advocacy efforts to oppose the bill. [ more ]
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