By Brian Figeroux, Esq. The history of diversity, equality, and inclusion in the United States is complex and multifaceted, reflecting the nation’s evolving attitudes and legal frameworks. This analysis explores these themes from 1492 to the present, focusing on the experiences of Native Americans, Black Americans, and women. By examining key periods, legislative milestones, and […]
Photo: Kamala Harris. Editorial credit: Isaac Hoops / Shutterstock.com By America’s Voice Washington, DC — Attacks against the candidacy of Vice President Kamala Harris include the false assertion she was in charge of border policy in recent years. This message is flat-out wrong (as multiple fact checks such as this good article from Isabela Dias in […]
By Sophie Austin | CBS News COLOMA — In a tiny town where the California gold rush began, Black families are seeking restitution for land that was taken from their ancestors to make way for a state park now frequented by fourth graders learning about the state’s history. Their efforts in Coloma, a town of […]
Editorial credit: brian james cramer / Shutterstock.com Washington, DC — Yesterday, at a Miami rally, Donald Trump continued his relentless and lurid focus on immigration lies while reiterating his plans for mass roundups and deportations. The remarks follow the release of the Republican Party’s official 2024 platform, which reflects Trump’s full takeover of the GOP […]
Editorial credit: Ralf Liebhold / Shutterstock.com By Esther Claudette Gittens Fox News Network has been at the center of a storm of controversy, with numerous serious allegations that some of its programming is racist. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) plays a crucial role in regulating broadcast content to ensure it meets specific standards, including prohibitions […]
Editorial credit: Philip Yabut / Shutterstock.com By Aaron Reichlin-Melnick | Immigration Impact On June 4, President Biden issued a sweeping order under section 212(f) of the Immigration and Nationality Act claiming that allows him to “suspend the entry” of most migrants who cross the border between ports of entry, echoing a similar order issued by President Trump in November 2018. Like […]
By Deirdre Schifeling and Lee Gelernt | ACLU WASHINGTON — The White House released today a fact sheet announcing details on an impending executive action from the Biden administration that will severely restrict people’s legal right to seek asylum. Among the measures announced, the administration will effectively shut off asylum for the overwhelming majority of people arriving […]
By Religion News Service (RNS) — The Rev. Frederick D. Haynes III, who succeeded the Rev. Jesse Jackson as president of the Rainbow PUSH Coalition, has resigned suddenly from leading the Chicago-based civil rights organization. “After continual prayer and deliberation, I have decided to step down from the position of Chief Executive Officer and President […]
Editorial credit: Vicki L. Miller / Shutterstock.com By Chris Tobias O.J. Simpson, born Orenthal James Simpson on July 9, 1947, in San Francisco, California, is a figure whose life and legacy are deeply intertwined with American culture and history. Simpson’s life is a tale of triumph and tragedy that traverses the heights of athletic success […]
By Marina Dunbar | City Limits On the eighth of a nine-night funerary celebration, a circle of about 20 people sat in solidarity to celebrate Pan-Africanism and honor their ancestors. It was unusually warm for a late October evening in Brooklyn. The 72 degrees Fahrenheit weather might be convenient for an outdoor ceremony, but on […]