Tag: Black Lives Matter
Carmelo Anthony Issues A Powerful Plea To Fellow Athletes In The...
"We can't worry about what endorsements we gonna lose or going to look at us crazy."
We Already Know How to Reduce Police Racism and Violence
Recent research has shown cities what works. For starters, hire more female police officers.
Philando Castile Shooting: What You Should Know
Gov. Dayton has requested that The Department of Justice open an independent investigation into Castile’s death.
5 Officers Killed During Dallas Protests Against Police
The protests themselves were generally peaceful, with people gathered to march in solidarity with the recent victims of police violence, Alton Sterling and Philando Castile.
Why Black Lives Don’t Matter To The NRA
Two gun owners were killed this week, but don't expect outrage from the National Rifle Association.
A Tough Choice for Feminist Black Lives Matter Activists
Protesting a police killing and marching in support of a man convicted of rape can pose a real dilemma when one in five women nationwide has suffered a sexual assault.
The Black Lives Matters Speech You Can’t Miss
Jesse Williams delivers a speech dedicated to the Black Lives Matter movement.
Officer Found Not Guilty in Freddie Gray Case
Still no justice for Freddie Gray: Officer Edward Nero was acquitted of all charges.
Hollywood Walk of Fame Receives Black Lives Matter Makeover
Stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame had the names of people killed by police officers glued onto them.
How Sandra Bland’s Tragic Death Inspired America’s Newest Congressional Caucus
The Congressional Caucus on Black Women and Girls will push elected officials to prioritize the demographic’s needs.
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Sierra Club sounds alarm, nominee Lee Zeldin ‘unqualified’ to head EPA
“The best-case scenario is that the EPA will lose four years in the fight for the planet. The worst-case scenario should send a shudder down your spine.”
David Huitema confirmed as ethics Czar amid fears of Trump’s return and conflict of...
As Trump’s second term looms, the Senate confirmed David Huitema to lead the Office of Government Ethics. Advocates praise the move, but critics warn of a tough road ahead for government accountability.
House passes bill granting Treasury power to shut down nonprofits without evidence, sparking free...
Legislation dubbed the “nonprofit killer” faces backlash over potential threats to free speech and civil liberties.
143 million Americans may be exposed to toxic ‘forever chemicals’ in drinking water
Millions of Americans face exposure to toxic PFAS chemicals in drinking water, with new EPA data revealing the extent of contamination and fears of regulatory rollbacks under a Trump administration.
Musk and Ramaswamy’s DOGE: Mass firings, deregulation, and the erosion of federal protections
Critics argue that these plans will erode social safety nets, undermine public services, and disproportionately benefit corporate interests.