#social-activism

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New York Post
1 week ago
NYC politics

Anti-Israel campus protest backers raked in $2.7M in lefty NYC Council pork funds

New York taxpayers funded nonprofits involved in anti-Israel protests with $2.7 million in the past decade. [ more ]
Juxtapoz
1 week ago
Design

Juxtapoz Magazine - Escif Launches "The Foundations of Harmony and Invention" Book Project

Escif's art blends playfulness and social activism, revolving around public space. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
1 week ago
Black Lives Matter

Blow: The ghost of the 1968 antiwar movement has returned

Young protesters at the 1968 DNC were influenced by civil rights movement and national tragedies, united against the Vietnam War. [ more ]
New York Post
2 months ago
Black Lives Matter

New James Brown doc reveals how he helped make black beautiful with his 'Say It Loud' anthem

James Brown's anthem 'Say It Loud - I'm Black and I'm Proud' revolutionized how African-Americans viewed themselves.
The song was a bold political statement and was considered the precursor to the Black Lives Matter movement. [ more ]
PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news
1 month ago
Marketing

A lesbian reached out online for friendship - around 400 queer people showed up

Community picnics created by a lesbian Londoner on TikTok brought together 400 LGBTQ+ individuals for friendship and inclusivity.
The picnics are aimed at centering queer women, trans, and non-binary people while being open to cis men who are requested to hold space for marginalized groups. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
1 month ago
New York City

Paula Weinstein, Hollywood Veteran and Political Activist, Dies at 78

Paula Weinstein was a pioneer female executive in Hollywood.
Paula Weinstein was a dedicated social and political activist. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
2 months ago
Education

Mexican Officers Shoot and Kill Student From Rural Teachers College

Increased tension between government and students
History of activism and social protest at teachers college [ more ]
BKReader
2 months ago
Music

Feb 19: Brooklyn Black History Maker, MC Lyte

MC Lyte's roots in rap date back to her teenage years, heavily influenced by her family members.
She is known for her narrative, story-telling style of rap that addresses social issues and personal experiences. [ more ]
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