Tag: Black Lives Matter
There are good policing rules – why won’t officers use them...
“The good stuff never applies to people of color, ever.”
Facebook’s secret censorship rules protect white men from hate speech but...
A trove of internal documents sheds light on the algorithms that Facebook’s censors use to differentiate between hate speech and legitimate political expression.
Pastor leads lawsuit opposing Bayou Bridge Pipeline to protect Louisiana Cancer...
“The love of money is the root of all evil.”
3 Chicago cops charged with obstruction for falsely justifying teen’s death
Dashcam footage revealed that none of the officers told the truth about McDonald’s death.
Mistrial declared in murder case against Ray Tensing
Within the past week, Tensing has become the third police officer avoiding criminal charges after fatally shooting a black man.
Police chief calls for suspension after officer kicks handcuffed man’s head
Currently, no criminal charges have been filed.
Parents of Michael Brown settle wrongful death lawsuit
U.S. District Judge E. Richard Webber approved an undisclosed settlement for a wrongful death lawsuit filed by the parents of Michael Brown.
Officer who killed Tamir Rice fired for lying on job application
City officials and the police department insist that the officers were punished for administrative violations – not for the killing of a 12-year-old boy.
LAPD officer avoids jail time after beating handcuffed man on video
Garcia no longer receives paychecks from the department and could face termination.
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Senate rejects Sanders’ push to halt US arms sales as weapons fuel 44,000 deaths...
The Senate overwhelmingly voted against the measures, leaving advocates of peace and human rights questioning U.S. complicity in the alleged war crimes unfolding in Gaza.
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.
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ICC issues arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant, and Hamas leader in landmark decision
The ICC’s decision follows months of investigation into allegations of atrocities committed by both Israeli forces and Hamas, marking a pivotal moment in international justice.
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.