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Cambridge tried to get better racial and economic diversity among students. Now it has one of the most segregated schools in the state.

Cambridge's approach to school integration based on family income has failed, resulting in increased segregation by race and socioeconomic status.

Thelma Mothershed Wair, of the School-Integrating Little Rock Nine, Dies at 83

Thelma Mothershed Wair's legacy as a member of the Little Rock Nine symbolizes the fight against racial segregation and the journey towards equality.

Cambridge tried to get better racial and economic diversity among students. Now it has one of the most segregated schools in the state.

Cambridge's approach to school integration based on family income has failed, resulting in increased segregation by race and socioeconomic status.

Thelma Mothershed Wair, of the School-Integrating Little Rock Nine, Dies at 83

Thelma Mothershed Wair's legacy as a member of the Little Rock Nine symbolizes the fight against racial segregation and the journey towards equality.
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In Paintings and Quilts, Stephen Towns Spotlights Black Leisure in the Jim Crow South

The history of segregation in Florida's recreational spaces is explored through art, highlighting Black resilience and creativity.

Americans split on whether life was better in the 1950s

The survey reveals a deep division in American society regarding the perception of progress since the 1950s, reflecting political and demographic changes.

How Jazz Musicians Like Louis Armstrong Paid Homage to Trains With Music

Jazz legends found safety and comfort traveling in Pullman cars during the brutal Jim Crow era, allowing them to create music free from racial violence.

Something about the migrant labor camp spooked my mother. Then she learned its dark history

The Caldwell farm labor camp was once a prison for Japanese Americans during WWII, highlighting America's history of racial segregation and labor exploitation.

Public education reform absent from 2024 presidential election so far

Both major candidates have not provided concrete plans for education reform amidst declining student performance and increasing segregation.

A bookstore named for James Baldwin is counting down to his 100th birthday

Baldwin & Co. is a Black-owned bookstore in New Orleans, celebrating the legacy of James Baldwin amidst a racially segregated childhood.
#brown-v-board-of-education

Clarence Thomas attacks Brown v. Education ruling amid 70th anniversary

Justice Thomas criticized the landmark Brown v. Board of Education ruling, claiming the court overstepped in ending racial segregation.

70 years after Brown v. Board of Education: 'No kid should ever be left behind'

The landmark Brown v. Board of Education ruling ended racial segregation but disparities in education persisted

Marking 70 Years of White Flight From School Integration

Retroactive support for Brown v. Board of Education is high, Black disappointment with desegregation persists, and white resistance hampers integration.

Clarence Thomas attacks Brown v. Education ruling amid 70th anniversary

Justice Thomas criticized the landmark Brown v. Board of Education ruling, claiming the court overstepped in ending racial segregation.

70 years after Brown v. Board of Education: 'No kid should ever be left behind'

The landmark Brown v. Board of Education ruling ended racial segregation but disparities in education persisted

Marking 70 Years of White Flight From School Integration

Retroactive support for Brown v. Board of Education is high, Black disappointment with desegregation persists, and white resistance hampers integration.
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#education-reform

Is It Possible to Desegregate the Nation's Biggest School System?

New York City is at the forefront of renewed efforts to reduce racial segregation in public schools.

Why Are New York City Schools Still So Segregated?

Efforts to address racial segregation in New York City schools have been lacking despite awareness of the issue.

A Virginia county board votes to restore Confederates' names to schools

Confederate names reinstated at Mountain View High School, reverting back to Stonewall Jackson High School.

Is It Possible to Desegregate the Nation's Biggest School System?

New York City is at the forefront of renewed efforts to reduce racial segregation in public schools.

Why Are New York City Schools Still So Segregated?

Efforts to address racial segregation in New York City schools have been lacking despite awareness of the issue.

A Virginia county board votes to restore Confederates' names to schools

Confederate names reinstated at Mountain View High School, reverting back to Stonewall Jackson High School.
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Charles Gaines, By the Numbers

Charles Gaines was heavily influenced by his experiences with racial segregation and the concept of difference in society.
#education-inequality

225K students in Mass. go to segregated schools, new report says

Massachusetts schools failing 225,000 students with 90% Latino or Black, leading to widespread disparities.

Latino students are the most segregated they've been since 1968

Despite increased diversity, U.S. public schools are growing more racially segregated, with Latino students facing particularly high levels of segregation.

225K students in Mass. go to segregated schools, new report says

Massachusetts schools failing 225,000 students with 90% Latino or Black, leading to widespread disparities.

Latino students are the most segregated they've been since 1968

Despite increased diversity, U.S. public schools are growing more racially segregated, with Latino students facing particularly high levels of segregation.
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#education-policy

School segregation surging 70 years after landmark Brown v. Board ruling

America's public schools have become more racially and economically segregated over the years.

Court Allows Case Challenging Segregation in N.Y.C. Schools to Advance

A lawsuit challenging racial segregation in NYC schools progresses, potentially leading to changes in admissions at selective schools.

School segregation surging 70 years after landmark Brown v. Board ruling

America's public schools have become more racially and economically segregated over the years.

Court Allows Case Challenging Segregation in N.Y.C. Schools to Advance

A lawsuit challenging racial segregation in NYC schools progresses, potentially leading to changes in admissions at selective schools.
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South Africa: 30 years after apartheid, what has changed?

The legacy of apartheid persists in South Africa despite significant socio-political gains.

Father of Environmental Justice' Robert Bullard on the Work Behind a Movement

Recognition of frontline efforts in environmental justice movement.
#african-american-history

Juxtapoz Magazine - Calida Rawles: Away with the Tides @ Perez Art Museum Miami

Calida Rawles uses water to represent Black healing and reimagine African American history beyond known narratives.

BK Film Director Showcases Astronaut Ronald McNair's Childhood Resiliency

Nile Price found his passion for storytelling amidst a challenging health condition.
Price's short film 'For The Moon' depicts the inspiring true story of astronaut Ronald McNair's defiance against racial segregation.

Juxtapoz Magazine - Calida Rawles: Away with the Tides @ Perez Art Museum Miami

Calida Rawles uses water to represent Black healing and reimagine African American history beyond known narratives.

BK Film Director Showcases Astronaut Ronald McNair's Childhood Resiliency

Nile Price found his passion for storytelling amidst a challenging health condition.
Price's short film 'For The Moon' depicts the inspiring true story of astronaut Ronald McNair's defiance against racial segregation.
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Downing Street calls Black-only theatre performances 'concerning' and 'wrong' as row deepens

Downing Street criticizes plans for Black-only theater performances
Playwright Jeremy O Harris supports Black Out nights initiative

Beyonce is not the first Black country artist, and she knows it

The history of country and blues music in the United States shows how racial segregation influenced music genres and audience categorization.

When Assessing Presidential Fitness, Consider Racism

Donald Trump's 'Black jobs' comment highlights a clear implication of racial segregation in the workforce.

Just 10 Black students admitted to Stuyvesant, as officials trumpet modest diversity gains

Despite slightly increased offers for Black and Latino students, NYC's specialized high schools remain deeply segregated, spotlighting ongoing diversity challenges.

Granderson: Praising the Jim Crow era? That's a clear red flag

The Reconstruction era ended not due to achieving equality but a political compromise, leading to the implementation of Jim Crow laws.

California Coastal Commission responds to report it worsens housing crisis: 'Disgraceful'

The California Coastal Commission disputes claims of worsening affordable housing crisis made by a report from Circulate San Diego, calling it 'profoundly dishonest and offensive.'
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