February Is About Loving, Too
The story of Loving v. Virginia is a testament to the power of love to overcome adversity, and should be celebrated in Black History Month as a reminder of the courage it took to fight for the right to love.
Black Work in an Age of Fragile Employment
Black workers are disproportionately affected by economic fragility, with a Black labor underutilization rate of approximately 14.3%, which is recession-level distress, and official statistics often fail to capture the reality of Black workers' economic insecurity.
Fear Hasn’t Kept Black Women Safe
On Black HIV/AIDS Day, the focus must transition from fear and risk to centering joy, agency, and pleasure in prevention efforts. This shift is crucial to empower Black women and effectively combat the HIV epidemic.
A Hard Lesson From History For Trump’s Allies Of Color
Minneapolis has emerged as a pivotal battleground against the rise of white nationalism, prompting a call for Republicans of color to reflect on the historical cautionary tale of the Union of German National Jews and reevaluate their allegiance to the MAGA movement.
When a President Turns Dehumanization Into Policy
The president's circulation or endorsement of a video depicting former President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama as monkeys, followed by a refusal to apologize or disavow the imagery, exemplifies a strategic dehumanization of Black people, aimed at justifying harm, exclusion, and control.
Black History Month and the Power That Holds Democracy Together
as black history month commences, it is imperative to acknowledge the enduring strength of the black community, rooted in unity, cohesion, and political influence cultivated over generations. by maintaining familial and communal bonds, we can secure a more promising future for everyone.
Stop Co-opting #SayHerName. It Was Made for Black Women
The #SayHerName movement, initiated to spotlight law enforcement violence against Black women, is being misappropriated by white activists in protests over the killing of white women. This social justice campaign is specifically designed to address the systemic issue of Black women disproportionately falling victim to police violence.
Democracy Under Fire and ICE
In the wake of profound loss and moral reckoning, communities are mobilizing through vigils, protests, and civic engagement to demand accountability and the removal of ICE from Minnesota, underscoring a collective refusal to remain silent in the face of injustice.
The First Amendment And Black Journalists
Don Lemon's arrest for challenging official police narratives, alongside the detention of independent Black journalist Georgia Fort, underscores a persistent pattern of punitive measures against Black journalists exercising First Amendment rights.
Belonging in a Time of State Violence
In response to recent ICE-related violence in Minnesota, protests have erupted nationwide, urging a critical examination of belonging and the perils of othering. This phenomenon, which facilitates violence and undermines democratic principles, demands urgent attention.
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Bynum Introduces Federal Bill To Lower Housing Development Costs
The SPUR Housing Act, introduced by Congresswoman Janelle Bynum and Congressman Chris Pappas, would establish a five-year, $1.5 billion grant program to reduce the cost of building new housing by offsetting local and state-imposed development fees.
