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4 weeks ago

Today in History: July 2, Civil Rights Act signed into law

July 2 marks multiple significant historical events, including key civil rights legislation, the declaration of independence, and notable tragedies.
#south-africa
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Trump just brought a group of white South Africans to the US as refugees. What are they escaping?

The U.S. relocation program for white South Africans is controversial, amid claims of persecution and government denial of these allegations.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Riots after Southport attack more similar to those in 1958 than in 2011, study finds

Recent UK riots reflect historical race riots rather than past urban unrest, highlighting complexities in societal dynamics and misinformation's role.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Accused Israeli Embassy Staff Shooter Told Friend America Would Have to Actually Genocide White People' To Become Normal'

Elias Rodriguez exhibited alarming ideologies and violent fantasies prior to the shooting of Israeli embassy staffers.
#trump-administration
#diplomacy
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

South Africa's Cyril Ramaphosa Rejects Trump Genocide Claims

Trump's claims of white genocide in South Africa were challenged by President Ramaphosa during an Oval Office meeting.
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Chicago Mayor calls DOJ probe the Trump administration's latest diversity attack

We're not going to be intimidated by the tyranny that's coming from the federal government.
US news
fromThe Atlantic
1 year ago

Donald Trump vs. American History

The heated and dramatic melting down of Robert E. Lee's statue reflects both historical narratives and contemporary concerns about race and memory, showcasing ongoing divides.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Pope Leo's grandfather was immigrant from Sicily, genealogists reveal

Evidence of Pope Leo XIV's immigrant ancestry underscores the U.S.'s legacy of complex racial dynamics, illuminating how personal narratives shape national policy perspectives.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

First group of white South Africans arrive in US after Trump grants refugee status

It is such an honour for us to receive you here today it makes me so happy to see you with our flag in your hands.
US politics
Left-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Ro Khanna Rebukes Dem Colleague Ilhan Omar for Warning Americans Should Be Fearful' of White Men

Rep. Ro Khanna publicly disagreed with Rep. Ilhan Omar's comments about white men, emphasizing their contributions to America.
Khanna urges Democrats to celebrate American values and achievements rather than focusing on negative narratives.
Black Lives Matter
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Horror chain of events in Ohio as man charged with killing deputy day after cops killed his son

A teen was shot by police in Cincinnati, prompting his father to allegedly run over a retired deputy hours later.
fromDallas Weekly
3 months ago

Atlanta's 2819 Church: Controversy Surrounds Pastor's Comments - Dallas Weekly

Pastor Philip Anthony Mitchell's sermon urging respect for authority sparked intense backlash, prompting discussions on police violence against compliant Black individuals.
fromwww.esquire.com
3 months ago

'Sinners' Review: Incredibly Fun, But With Some Hard Truths

Sinners blends humor and horror, addressing race relations while delivering intense entertainment.
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Biden reminisces about seeing 'colored kids' go to segregated schools in first post-presidency speech

I remember seeing kids going by, at the time called 'colored kids,' on a bus go by - they never turned right to go to Claymont High School.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

As Trump rewrites even America's history, institutions have two choices submit or find ways to resist | Charlotte Higgins

Trump's executive order targets the Smithsonian Institution to eliminate what he describes as divisive race-centered ideologies.
fromwww.npr.org
4 months ago

Trump executive order seeks to 'restore' American history through Smithsonian overhaul

The executive order calls for the elimination of 'divisive race-centered ideology' at Smithsonian museums, reaffirming American values and shared history.
Arts
Black Lives Matter
fromESPN.com
4 months ago

'There are no final victories': Harry Edwards is still fighting the good fight

Harry Edwards is a pivotal figure in black athlete advocacy, enduring hate while influencing race relations and activism in sports.
Film
fromBuzzFeed
5 months ago

I Rewatched "Remember The Titans" As An Adult And It Gave Me A New Perspective I Didn't Expect

The nostalgic revisit of 'Remember the Titans' highlights a shift in perception regarding racial progress since its release.
Writing
fromIndependent
5 months ago

Author Curtis Sittenfeld: 'America feels different than it's ever felt in my lifetime. It feels like we're in unchartered waters'

Curtis Sittenfeld's new short story collection explores themes of midlife and race relations against the backdrop of America's political tensions.
NYC politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 months ago

Eric Adams Confronted About Comment Blasting All These Negroes' Calling on Him to Quit In Tense Interview

Mayor Adams defends his controversial comments about critics within the Black community during an interview, calling for support from all New Yorkers.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 months ago

Abby Phillip And Bomani Jones Roasts Trump Black History Month Bash: Really Gets Off On' Idea Black People Like Him'

Trump's celebration of Black History Month is seen as hypocritical alongside his administration's actions against Black history and DEI initiatives.
Humor
fromwww.nytimes.com
5 months ago

The Comedian Looking for Something All of America Can Laugh At

Roy Wood Jr. challenges audience expectations by blending humor and poignant social commentary on race and connection through the story of a unique photographer.
#gun-violence
US news
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago

Missouri man who pleaded guilty in shooting of Black teen at wrong door dies

Andrew Lester, who shot Ralph Yarl, died days after pleading guilty to a lesser charge, concluding a legal process that raised significant racial and gun policy concerns.
Black Lives Matter
fromwww.mercurynews.com
5 months ago

White man who pleaded guilty to shooting Black teen who rang wrong doorbell dies

Andrew Lester, guilty of shooting Ralph Yarl, died before sentencing, ending a case that highlighted issues of race and gun violence.
US news
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago

Missouri man who pleaded guilty in shooting of Black teen at wrong door dies

Andrew Lester, who shot Ralph Yarl, died days after pleading guilty to a lesser charge, concluding a legal process that raised significant racial and gun policy concerns.
Black Lives Matter
fromwww.mercurynews.com
5 months ago

White man who pleaded guilty to shooting Black teen who rang wrong doorbell dies

Andrew Lester, guilty of shooting Ralph Yarl, died before sentencing, ending a case that highlighted issues of race and gun violence.
fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
5 months ago

Music and faith reaching out in peace and reconciliation: Oregon's choirs celebrate Black History Month and International Women's Day * Oregon ArtsWatch

Cappella Romana's Canon for Racial Reconciliation concert highlights a collaboration between Orthodox liturgical music and Black Church traditions, addressing race relations through art.
SF music
#snl
fromVulture
5 months ago

The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills Recap: Augusta, Osage County

The episode highlights social dynamics and potential prejudices among characters, particularly focusing on Sutton's mother, Reba's interactions with cast members.
#oj-simpson
Miscellaneous
fromNew York Post
6 months ago

OJ Simpson doc director: 'He lied to everybody, all the way to his deathbed'

The Netflix docuseries revisits the O.J. Simpson trial, exploring its enduring relevance and its themes surrounding race, domestic violence, and narrative control.
Miscellaneous
fromFortune
7 months ago

The most influential people who died in 2024, from O.J. Simpson to Home Depot's billionaire founder

O.J. Simpson's trial epitomized America's racial and legal tensions, entwining sports, crime, and celebrity culture.
Miscellaneous
fromNew York Post
6 months ago

OJ Simpson doc director: 'He lied to everybody, all the way to his deathbed'

The Netflix docuseries revisits the O.J. Simpson trial, exploring its enduring relevance and its themes surrounding race, domestic violence, and narrative control.
Miscellaneous
fromFortune
7 months ago

The most influential people who died in 2024, from O.J. Simpson to Home Depot's billionaire founder

O.J. Simpson's trial epitomized America's racial and legal tensions, entwining sports, crime, and celebrity culture.
fromNon Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly
8 months ago

Reparations - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

"Every whip slash inflicted on their backs ironically gave them strength to carry on their shoulders the burden of trickery, treachery and conformity. Let's not forget the burden of you dismantling the Black family and using Black babies to breed human machinery. Machinery used to provide centuries of privilege and stability for your offspring."
Writing
fromwww.standard.co.uk
9 months ago

Sadiq Khan's new policing deputy apologises for calling Susan Hall a 'racist' and 'climate change-denier'

Ms Comer-Schwartz faced tense questioning over her tweet labeling Ms Hall a 'racist, climate change-denying Tory,' which she later apologized for, highlighting the serious implications of such public statements.
New York City
US Elections
fromAxios
9 months ago

Trump gains slight edge over Harris in poll of likely Georgia voters

Voter sentiment remains fluid with 8% undecided two weeks before Election Day, highlighting competitive pressure on both candidates.
fromwww.theguardian.com
10 months ago

Entitlement by Rumaan Alam review the American dream gone wrong

Alam's narrative examines the complexities of race and privilege through the contrasting desires of Brooke, a Black former teacher, and Asher, a wealthy white man. Their relationship becomes a microcosm of America's economic and racial tensions in 2014.
Writing
fromMiami Herald
10 months ago

Dolphins' Hill, Campbell react to being handcuffed: 'What if I wasn't Tyreek Hill?'

Hill caught seven passes for 130 yards (including an 80-yard touchdown) and Campbell had a sack on a day that the Dolphins rallied from a 10-point halftime deficit to defeat Jacksonville, 20-17.
New York City
fromwww.theguardian.com
10 months ago

How HBO's Industry explores the unsatisfactory role-playing that workplaces demand of Black women

In her 2020 essay, Erika Stallings explores how many Black women navigate corporate environments, initially being treated as 'office pets' before becoming scrutinized 'threats' when achieving power or excellence.
Women in technology
Left-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
11 months ago

Trump Posts Grotesque Screed Against Kamabla' and Barrack HUSSEIN Obama' to Claim the Presidency Was Unconstitutionally STOLEN'

Former President Trump posted an unhinged rant misspelling VP Harris's name and emphasizing ex-President Obama's middle name, pushing false narratives and divisive rhetoric on his Truth Social platform.
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