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California Will Formally Apologize for Being Complicit in Slavery

California is formally apologizing for past slavery and segregation, demonstrating a commitment to addressing historical racial injustices.

Gov. Newsom signs law to teach Mendez v. Westminster in California schools

Mendez v. Westminster will be mandatory in California schools, acknowledging its role in ending educational segregation and recognizing Latino discrimination.

Gov. Newsom signs law to teach Mendez v. Westminster in California schools

California schools must now teach Mendez v. Westminster, reflecting acknowledgment of Latino discrimination and its role in the civil rights movement.

California Will Formally Apologize for Being Complicit in Slavery

California is formally apologizing for past slavery and segregation, demonstrating a commitment to addressing historical racial injustices.

Gov. Newsom signs law to teach Mendez v. Westminster in California schools

Mendez v. Westminster will be mandatory in California schools, acknowledging its role in ending educational segregation and recognizing Latino discrimination.

Gov. Newsom signs law to teach Mendez v. Westminster in California schools

California schools must now teach Mendez v. Westminster, reflecting acknowledgment of Latino discrimination and its role in the civil rights movement.
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James M. Lawson Jr., a Top Strategist for Dr. King, Is Dead at 95

Mr. Lawson was a key civil rights strategist who taught nonviolence techniques and confronted racial injustice, believing in passive acceptance to shock the nation's conscience.

In New Orleans, a Black Beach' Is Being Rescued From the Ruins

Lincoln Beach served as a vital cultural site for Black New Orleanians during segregation, now seeking revitalization after years of neglect.

James M. Lawson Jr., a Top Strategist for Dr. King, Is Dead at 95

Mr. Lawson was a key civil rights strategist who taught nonviolence techniques and confronted racial injustice, believing in passive acceptance to shock the nation's conscience.

In New Orleans, a Black Beach' Is Being Rescued From the Ruins

Lincoln Beach served as a vital cultural site for Black New Orleanians during segregation, now seeking revitalization after years of neglect.
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Black hospitals vanished in the U.S. decades ago. Some communities have paid a price

Abandoned Black hospital symbolizes the decline of Black healthcare institutions in the U.S.

Exonerated: Bay Area leaders react after Navy clears Black sailors convicted in World War II Port Chicago explosion

Black sailors charged with mutiny in 1944 Port Chicago explosion exonerated after 80 years, addressing historic injustice and segregation issues.
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Virginia mom says white students told her Asian American son to sit at 'segregated' table

Teaching sensitive historical topics like segregation should not be turned into games to ensure students understand the seriousness and impact of such issues.

London Catholic school hits back after being called 'socially segregated'

Accusations of social and religious segregation at a prestigious London Catholic school.
Controversy over the selective admission policy favoring faith-based criteria despite socio-economic concerns.

Virginia mom says white students told her Asian American son to sit at 'segregated' table

Teaching sensitive historical topics like segregation should not be turned into games to ensure students understand the seriousness and impact of such issues.

London Catholic school hits back after being called 'socially segregated'

Accusations of social and religious segregation at a prestigious London Catholic school.
Controversy over the selective admission policy favoring faith-based criteria despite socio-economic concerns.
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Suburban schools becoming less white, more Latino 70 years after Brown decision

The resegregation of America's public schools in suburbs has increased significantly over the past three decades, with Black and Latino families facing patterns of racial and economic segregation.

J. Gary Cooper, Pathbreaking Marine Leader, Is Dead at 87

J. Gary Cooper, a trailblazing African American leader, overcame segregation to excel in various roles, reflecting the progress of his generation amid racial change.

Council approves renaming bathhouse in honor of Joan Means Khabele - Austin Monitor

City Council approved renaming the bathhouse at Barton Springs Pool to honor Joan Means Khabele for her civil rights activism.
The renaming nomination included documents like a video interview where Khabele shared her experiences with segregation and civil rights activism.

An "Inappropriate" Black History Month Door Display Caused Controversy At A Charlotte High School

Classroom door decorations at West Charlotte High School faced backlash for a segregation theme during Black History Month.
Some saw the classroom decorations as offensive, while others believed they were educational about the realities of segregation.

Prisoners with severe mental health needs spending months in isolation, report finds

Prisoner spent over 800 days in segregation due to self-harm in a damning report on the use of isolation in jails for mental health needs
Prisoners with severe mental health needs should be transferred to secure hospitals within 28 days, but this target is not being met
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New York Settles Suit That Said Its Housing Rules Worsened Segregation

New York City has settled a civil rights case by agreeing to change its affordable housing selection process to address segregation concerns.
The city will reduce the percentage of affordable apartments prioritized for residents of the same community district from 50% to 20% until 2029, and then 15% after that.

NYC revamps housing lotto to settle lawsuit that claimed racial 'segregation' - here's what's changing

New York City has agreed to reduce the percentage of affordable housing units reserved for residents in their own neighborhoods from 50% to 20%.
By 2029, the preference for local residents will decrease further to 15%, allowing the majority of new affordable apartments to be offered to residents from other zip codes.

New York City making it easier to live in affordable housing in the neighborhood of your choice

The rules for affordable housing in NYC are changing to make it easier for people to choose the neighborhood they want to live in.
A lawsuit argued that the previous preference given to neighborhood residents perpetuated segregation.

New York Settles Suit That Said Its Housing Rules Worsened Segregation

New York City has settled a civil rights case by agreeing to change its affordable housing selection process to address segregation concerns.
The city will reduce the percentage of affordable apartments prioritized for residents of the same community district from 50% to 20% until 2029, and then 15% after that.

NYC revamps housing lotto to settle lawsuit that claimed racial 'segregation' - here's what's changing

New York City has agreed to reduce the percentage of affordable housing units reserved for residents in their own neighborhoods from 50% to 20%.
By 2029, the preference for local residents will decrease further to 15%, allowing the majority of new affordable apartments to be offered to residents from other zip codes.

New York City making it easier to live in affordable housing in the neighborhood of your choice

The rules for affordable housing in NYC are changing to make it easier for people to choose the neighborhood they want to live in.
A lawsuit argued that the previous preference given to neighborhood residents perpetuated segregation.
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A school in Jerusalem brings Arab and Jewish kids together to boost understanding

Hand in Hand school in Jerusalem is a bilingual and mixed school where Jewish and Arab students learn together.
Israeli society is largely segregated, with separate school systems for Jewish and Arab children.
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Negro-League Players Don't Belong in the MLB Record Books

The MLB has integrated Negro leagues' statistics into major league records, crowding stat leaderboards with previously overlooked names.

TxDOT argues in court that I-35 never caused racial discrimination - contradicting TxDOT - Austin Monitor

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) denies I-35 unfairly impacted Black or Latino communities, sparking a legal battle.

Op-Ed | Honoring Dr. King's Legacy by fighting for fair housing | amNewYork

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. fought for fair housing and the Fair Housing Act to combat discriminatory practices in housing.
New York City has a history of discrimination and segregation that needs to be addressed by dismantling outdated zoning laws.

Negro-League Players Don't Belong in the MLB Record Books

The MLB has integrated Negro leagues' statistics into major league records, crowding stat leaderboards with previously overlooked names.

TxDOT argues in court that I-35 never caused racial discrimination - contradicting TxDOT - Austin Monitor

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) denies I-35 unfairly impacted Black or Latino communities, sparking a legal battle.

Op-Ed | Honoring Dr. King's Legacy by fighting for fair housing | amNewYork

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. fought for fair housing and the Fair Housing Act to combat discriminatory practices in housing.
New York City has a history of discrimination and segregation that needs to be addressed by dismantling outdated zoning laws.
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Michelle Wu's segregated Christmas party exposes the left's regressive views on race

Boston Mayor Michelle Wu defended her decision to host an 'Electeds of Color Holiday Party,' excluding white members of the City Council.
Critics argue that the party is a form of segregation and goes against the values of equality and inclusivity.
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The Real Value of the Negro Leagues Can't Be Captured in Statistics

Negro Leagues players turned segregation injustice into empowerment.

Negro Leagues advocacy began with MLB legend Ted Williams, who hid his Mexican American past

Major League Baseball added Negro Leagues statistics to historical record with Ted Williams advocating for recognition.

The Real Value of the Negro Leagues Can't Be Captured in Statistics

Negro Leagues players turned segregation injustice into empowerment.

Negro Leagues advocacy began with MLB legend Ted Williams, who hid his Mexican American past

Major League Baseball added Negro Leagues statistics to historical record with Ted Williams advocating for recognition.
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Sage Steele Calls Out Ridiculous' Black National Anthem Being Sung Before Sports Events: Why Are We Now Choosing to Separate Again?'

Sage Steele believes the singing of the Black National Anthem at major sports events promotes segregation.
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Baseball great Reggie Jackson opens up on TV about racism he faced as a player

Reggie Jackson faced racial abuse at Rickwood Field in Birmingham as a young Black player in the 1960s.

Bobby Grier, Who Integrated the Sugar Bowl in 1956, Dies at 91

Bobby Grier, the first Black football player in the postseason Sugar Bowl, faced opposition from Georgia's segregationist governor, highlighting racial tensions in the civil rights era.

Baseball great Reggie Jackson opens up on TV about racism he faced as a player

Reggie Jackson faced racial abuse at Rickwood Field in Birmingham as a young Black player in the 1960s.

Bobby Grier, Who Integrated the Sugar Bowl in 1956, Dies at 91

Bobby Grier, the first Black football player in the postseason Sugar Bowl, faced opposition from Georgia's segregationist governor, highlighting racial tensions in the civil rights era.
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The history of trans misogyny is the history of segregation

Trans women's cultural association with violence explored in Jules Gill-Peterson's book A Short History of Trans Misogyny.
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