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US politics
fromPBS News
1 week ago

Trump administration releases FBI records on MLK Jr. despite his family's opposition

The Trump administration released FBI surveillance records of Martin Luther King Jr., prompting a call for empathy from his family.
US politics
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

'Good Trouble Lives On': July 17 to see protests against Trump in all 50 states over voting rights, racial justice. Here's what to know

Nationwide protests titled "Good Trouble Lives On" on July 17 honor John Lewis, focusing on racial justice and voting rights.
fromTasting Table
4 weeks ago

10 Restaurants That Played A Part In The US Civil Rights Movement (That You Can Still Visit) - Tasting Table

The American Civil Rights Movement relied heavily on restaurants as meeting spots and sources of support for activists.
#malcolm-x
Black Lives Matter
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

He gave us a sense of pride': Rev Al Sharpton on Malcolm X's 100th birthday

Malcolm X highlighted systemic economic disenfranchisement in Black communities and criticized media portrayals of police brutality protests as riots.
Writing
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 months ago

He transformed his mind': how did Malcolm Little become Malcolm X?

Patrick Parr's book Malcolm Before X uniquely documents Malcolm X's prison experiences through the lens of prison newspapers, providing fresh insights into his early life.
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#voting-rights-act
fromwww.esquire.com
2 months ago
Social justice

Justice Department Decides to Throw Out Civil Rights Era School Desgregation Order in Louisiana

The 2013 Shelby County v. Holder ruling led to a resurgence of voter suppression and systemic racism in various states.
Black Lives Matter
fromAxios
4 months ago

Civil rights questions cloud "Bloody Sunday" anniversary in Selma

The Voting Rights Act reauthorization faces significant challenges under GOP control, raising concerns about the future of civil rights discussions in education.
Black Lives Matter
fromAxios
4 months ago

Civil rights questions cloud "Bloody Sunday" anniversary in Selma

The Voting Rights Act reauthorization faces significant challenges under GOP control, raising concerns about the future of civil rights discussions in education.
more#voting-rights-act
fromPoynter
2 months ago

Pulitzer Prize Board gives special citation to pioneering journalist Chuck Stone - Poynter

Chuck Stone significantly impacted journalism, particularly as a Black voice during the Civil Rights Movement and by mentoring future generations of journalists.
#clayborn-temple
fromNew York Post
3 months ago
Renovation

Memphis church pivotal in Martin Luther King Jr.'s final days suffers devastating fire: 'Inside is a total loss'

Renovation
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Memphis church pivotal in Martin Luther King Jr.'s final days suffers devastating fire: 'Inside is a total loss'

Historic Clayborn Temple in Memphis was severely damaged by fire; restoration efforts were underway.
Investigation launched to determine the fire's cause.
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fromtime.com
3 months ago

How Newspapers Struggled to Cover Martin Luther King Jr. and Segregation in the North

Belafonte criticized biased media coverage that contributed to a climate of hate leading to King's assassination.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Just like McCarthy, Trump spreads fear everywhere before picking off his targets | Kenan Malik

The value of gold is attributed to human labor, reflecting themes of greed and repression during postwar America's Red Scare.
fromHarvard Gazette
4 months ago

How World War I veterans shaped Civil Rights Movement - Harvard Gazette

Black veterans' discrimination during WWI spurred significant activism in the Civil Rights Movement.
Arts
fromThe New Yorker
4 months ago

"Purpose" on Broadway and "Vanya" Downtown

Branden Jacobs-Jenkins returns with 'Purpose,' a vibrant portrayal of family dynamics set against a backdrop of rich Black heritage.
Arts
fromwww.npr.org
4 months ago

100 years, 100 moments: How women shaped a century of music

The period from 1950 to 1974 highlights women's groundbreaking contributions to music history, influencing genres and movements significantly.
#bloody-sunday
NYC politics
fromCbsnews
4 months ago

Marches across 2 NYC bridges will mark 60 years since Bloody Sunday in Selma, Alabama

New Yorkers are holding marches to honor the 60th anniversary of Bloody Sunday, advocating for unity and continued civil rights.
Black Lives Matter
fromTruthout
4 months ago

Black Women Are the Unsung Heroes of "Bloody Sunday" 60 Years Ago

Sheyann Webb-Christburg recalls her harrowing experience during the Selma to Montgomery march, highlighting the brutality faced by peaceful protestors on Bloody Sunday.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
4 months ago

Newly restored photos show the ruin of 'Bloody Sunday' in Selma on its 60th anniversary

James Martin's photography from Bloody Sunday significantly raised awareness of the civil rights movement.
The Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts features restored images from the Selma protests for the 60th anniversary of Bloody Sunday.
NYC politics
fromCbsnews
4 months ago

Marches across 2 NYC bridges will mark 60 years since Bloody Sunday in Selma, Alabama

New Yorkers are holding marches to honor the 60th anniversary of Bloody Sunday, advocating for unity and continued civil rights.
Black Lives Matter
fromTruthout
4 months ago

Black Women Are the Unsung Heroes of "Bloody Sunday" 60 Years Ago

Sheyann Webb-Christburg recalls her harrowing experience during the Selma to Montgomery march, highlighting the brutality faced by peaceful protestors on Bloody Sunday.
more#bloody-sunday
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
5 months ago

Alvin F. Poussaint, Pioneering Expert on Black Mental Health, Dies at 90

Alvin F. Poussaint was a pivotal figure in discussions on Black culture, mental health, and personal responsibility amidst systemic racism.
philosophy
fromThe Conversation
5 months ago

Nat King Cole's often overlooked role in the Civil Rights Movement

Nat King Cole's music continues to influence globally while his commitment to social justice underscores his legacy beyond music.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
5 months ago

Today in History: February 8, the Orangeburg Massacre

On Feb. 8, 1968, state troopers killed three Black students and injured 28 during a protest at South Carolina State College, an event now known as the Orangeburg Massacre.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.theguardian.com
9 months ago

Project reveals UK sites where black Americans fought to end slavery

Historic England is showcasing the contributions of black abolitionists, particularly Frederick Douglass, by linking their legacy to historical sites in Britain.
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