Addressing Anti-Black Racism Is Key to Improving the Well-Being of Black Americans: Why New York Must Lead

Addressing Anti-Black Racism Is Key to Improving the Well-Being of Black Americans: Why New York Must Lead

By Pearl Phillip, Exclusive to New Black Voices Anti-Black racism is not a relic of history—it is a living system with daily, urgent consequences for Black New Yorkers. Despite New York’s reputation as a progressive, multicultural hub, disparities in health, housing, education, and economic opportunity are stark. From the South Bronx to Central Brooklyn, Black […]

Economic Justice in America: Closing the Gap for a Fairer Future

Economic Justice in America: Closing the Gap for a Fairer Future

By Chris Tobias | Editorial credit: Vincenzo Lullo / Shutterstock.com Economic justice in America aims to create a society where everyone has fair access to wealth, resources, and opportunities. Discover the challenges, policies, and solutions driving this critical movement. Introduction: The Meaning of Economic Justice Economic justice in America is more than a moral ideal—it’s […]

How the ‘Big, Beautiful Bill’ Will Deepen the Racial Wealth Gap – A Law Scholar Explains How It Reduces Poor Families’ Ability to Afford Food and Health Care

How the ‘Big, Beautiful Bill’ Will Deepen the Racial Wealth Gap – A Law Scholar Explains How It Reduces Poor Families’ Ability to Afford Food and Health Care

By: Beverly Moran| theconversation.com President Donald Trump has said the “big, beautiful bill” he signed into law on July 4, 2025, will stimulate the economy and foster financial security. But a close look at the legislation reveals a different story, particularly for low-income people and racial and ethnic minorities. As a legal scholar who studies how taxes increase the […]