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fromThe New Yorker
5 days ago

Did Racial Capitalism Set the Bronx on Fire?

The fires lit in New York in the late seventies signalled rampant criminality for some, while for others, they indicated rebellion, revealing deeper underlying issues.
New York City
fromAxios
1 week ago

"Watts Rebellion" 60th anniversary renews call for Kerner Report plan to fight poverty

Progressive candidates are emerging, revitalizing hope for addressing issues of inequality and police violence.
fromOpen Culture
1 month ago

The Nazis' 10 Control-Freak Rules for Jazz Performers: A Strange List from World War II

Jazz's rise caused racial panic in early 20th century America, later becoming part of majority culture by WWII despite some dilution.
#diplomacy
fromtime.com
3 months ago
US politics

Trump Pushes False White Genocide' Claims in Tense Meeting With South African Leaders

US politics
fromtime.com
3 months ago

Trump Pushes False White Genocide' Claims in Tense Meeting With South African Leaders

Tensions rose during a White House meeting as Trump confronted Ramaphosa on violence against white farmers in South Africa.
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fromMiami Herald
3 months ago

Miami erupted in a riot after McDuffie verdict 45 years ago. Why we can't forget | Opinion

The legacy of Arthur McDuffie and the impact of his death on Miami continue to resonate after 45 years.
Community traditions foster knowledge sharing and remembrance in Black neighborhoods.
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fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Exclusive | Minneapolis still broken, divided and suffering 5 years after George Floyd death: 'Black Lives Matter was never here'

Five years post-George Floyd's death, tensions persist as locals express frustration over mishandling of assistance funds meant for the community.
fromIndieWire
3 months ago

'Forever' Review: Netflix's Grounded Judy Blume Adaptation Takes the Long View on Young Love

Dawn's concerns are rooted in fear: fear of the unknown, given that Justin doesn't know where the party is or even who's throwing it.
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fromNew York Post
4 months ago

The huge outpouring of support for Karmelo Anthony - who allegedly stabbed another teen in the heart - should scare all of us

A fundraiser supporting Karmelo Anthony, charged with murder for stabbing a teen, has raised over $455,000 amid disturbing public support.
Black Lives Matter
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

The huge outpouring of support for Karmelo Anthony - who allegedly stabbed another teen in the heart - should scare all of us

A fundraiser supporting Karmelo Anthony, charged with murder for stabbing a teen, has raised over $455,000 amid disturbing public support.
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fromNew York Post
4 months ago

Sick pranksters SWAT the house of slain teen Texas Austin Metcalf with bogus shooting report

The incident involving Austin Metcalf highlights the dangerous consequences of swatting amidst a charged racial environment.
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