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US politics
fromLos Angeles Times
18 hours ago

Commentary: The real threat behind reopening Alcatraz

Trump is reversing criminal justice reforms, increasing police power, and undermining judicial decisions concerning excessive force.
Black Lives Matter
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago

Boston celebrates 1965 Freedom Rally led by MLK as advocates urge continued fight against injustice

Activism against racial injustice is still crucial, as highlighted during the 60th anniversary of the Freedom Rally in Boston.
Black Lives Matter
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 weeks ago

Opinion | Black Americans Are Not Surprised by What Trump's Doing

The current political climate mirrors historical injustices faced by Black Americans, highlighting systemic issues still present in society.
#apartheid
London politics
fromThe Washington Post
1 month ago

Athol Fugard, trenchant South African playwright, dies at 92

Athol Fugard, a prominent playwright, died at 92, leaving behind a legacy of works that protested against apartheid and explored universal themes of humanity.
London politics
fromThe Washington Post
1 month ago

Athol Fugard, trenchant South African playwright, dies at 92

Athol Fugard, a prominent playwright, died at 92, leaving behind a legacy of works that protested against apartheid and explored universal themes of humanity.
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Writing
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

Colson Whitehead shares the true story of abuse and injustice behind 'Nickel Boys'

Colson Whitehead's 'The Nickel Boys' tackles racial injustice and the brutal realities of the Dozier School for Boys through powerful storytelling.
#central-park-five
fromwww.aljazeera.com
6 months ago
US Elections

Why are the Central Park Five suing Donald Trump?

Trump falsely claimed the Central Park Five pled guilty, prompting them to file a lawsuit for defamation.
The lawsuit highlights ongoing racial injustice against the Central Park Five, now the Exonerated Five.
fromwww.nytimes.com
6 months ago
US Elections

Central Park 5 Sue Trump for Defamation Over Debate Comments

The Central Park Five lawsuit against Trump revolves around his defamatory statements made during a televised debate.
fromDaily Kos
8 months ago
US Elections

NYC Councilman Yusef Salaam, one of the exonerated Central Park Five, to speak on final night of DNC

The Central Park Five continue to advocate against racial injustice and emphasize the importance of accountability in the justice system.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
8 months ago
US Elections

Chabria: Exonerated Five remind us Trump has never cared about justice

The Central Park Five case illustrates systemic racism in the criminal justice system, compounded by Trump's refusal to acknowledge their innocence despite conclusive evidence.
US Elections
fromwww.aljazeera.com
6 months ago

Why are the Central Park Five suing Donald Trump?

Trump falsely claimed the Central Park Five pled guilty, prompting them to file a lawsuit for defamation.
The lawsuit highlights ongoing racial injustice against the Central Park Five, now the Exonerated Five.
fromwww.nytimes.com
6 months ago
US Elections

Central Park 5 Sue Trump for Defamation Over Debate Comments

The Central Park Five lawsuit against Trump revolves around his defamatory statements made during a televised debate.
fromDaily Kos
8 months ago
US Elections

NYC Councilman Yusef Salaam, one of the exonerated Central Park Five, to speak on final night of DNC

The Central Park Five continue to advocate against racial injustice and emphasize the importance of accountability in the justice system.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
8 months ago
US Elections

Chabria: Exonerated Five remind us Trump has never cared about justice

The Central Park Five case illustrates systemic racism in the criminal justice system, compounded by Trump's refusal to acknowledge their innocence despite conclusive evidence.
more#central-park-five
fromPolygon
7 months ago
Tech industry

Rebel Ridge needed 'sloppy, awkward' action, says director Jeremy Saulnier

Rebel Ridge presents a grounded portrayal of action, focusing on emotional authenticity rather than stylized violence.
Health
fromNews
8 months ago

Racial, economic injustice early in life may accelerate epigenetic aging

This study links early life exposures to injustice with accelerated epigenetic aging and increased risk of mortality, highlighting societal impact on health.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
8 months ago

Ex-officer convicted in George Floyd's killing is moved to new prison

Chauvin's transfer to a federal prison comes after significant incidents in his incarceration, including a stabbing, while he serves sentences for Floyd's murder.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
8 months ago

3 More Victims of 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre Found With Gunshot Wounds

Recent findings have identified gunshot wounds in victims of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre, shedding light on the tragic event's violent nature.
US news
fromWashington Post
9 months ago

Death of Black man held down by hotel security guards is ruled a homicide

The death of D'Vontaye Mitchell, a Black man, was ruled a homicide due to restraint asphyxia and drug effects.
#police-brutality
fromwww.nytimes.com
9 months ago
US news

Illinois State Police Releases Footage of Deputy Fatally Shooting Woman

The Illinois State Police released body camera footage of a sheriff's deputy fatally shooting a woman over a pot of water, leading to national attention.
fromtime.com
9 months ago
New York City

Records Show Deputy Charged in Sonya Massey's Fatal Shooting Worked for Six Agencies in 4 years

Former sheriff's deputy charged with murder in the fatal shooting of a Black woman, prompting investigation by the Department of Justice.
fromwww.nytimes.com
9 months ago
US news

Illinois State Police Releases Footage of Deputy Fatally Shooting Woman

The Illinois State Police released body camera footage of a sheriff's deputy fatally shooting a woman over a pot of water, leading to national attention.
fromtime.com
9 months ago
New York City

Records Show Deputy Charged in Sonya Massey's Fatal Shooting Worked for Six Agencies in 4 years

Former sheriff's deputy charged with murder in the fatal shooting of a Black woman, prompting investigation by the Department of Justice.
more#police-brutality
fromtime.com
11 months ago
Black Lives Matter

Texas Governor Pardons Ex-Army Sergeant Convicted of Killing an Air Force Veteran at a Black Lives Matter Protest in 2020

Gov. Greg Abbott pardoned Daniel Perry, a former sergeant convicted of murder for shooting a demonstrator during a protest.
fromwww.theguardian.com
11 months ago
Writing

The Fire Next Time by James Baldwin audiobook review powerful essays from the civil rights frontline

The Fire Next Time by James Baldwin examines the Black experience and racial injustice in the US during the civil rights movement.
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