Bookmark Asian AmericansGeneral NewsHate crimesJoe BidenPublic opinionRacismU.S. News 1 in 3 US Asians and Pacific Islanders faced racial abuse this year, AP-NORC/AAPI Data poll shows by Chloe Baker November 14, 2023 November 14, 2023 Description of a survey highlighting widespread racial abuse against Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders, with political perspectives on discrimination.
Bookmark CharlottesvilleGeneral NewsRace and ethnicityRacism Confederate General Robert E. Lee’s Statue, Once the Site of Fatal Virginia Protest, Undergoes Melting Process by Lucas Garcia October 28, 2023 October 28, 2023 The statue of Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee, central to a fatal 2017 white nationalist rally in Charlottesville, has been melted down. The Jefferson School African American Heritage Center announced …
Bookmark ElectionsGeneral NewsRacismTennessee Far-Right Mayoral Candidate Fails to Win Tennessee Election Amidst White Supremacist Controversy by Ryan Lee October 26, 2023 October 26, 2023 In a decisive Tennessee mayoral election, far-right candidate Gabrielle Hanson is defeated after refusing to distance herself from white supremacist supporters. Incumbent Mayor Ken Moore celebrates his victory, emphasizing community …
Bookmark General NewsIndianaRacismU.S. Supreme Court Legal Representatives for Individual Accused of Murdering Two Indiana Teens Argue Ritualistic Sacrifice was Cause of Death by Lucas Garcia September 19, 2023 September 19, 2023 Legal representatives for Richard Allen, accused of murdering two Indiana teens, argue in court filings that the victims were part of a ritualistic sacrifice conducted by a group affiliated with …
Bookmark AP Top NewsBack to schoolDiscriminationEducationGeneral NewsRacism A Black Student Faces Double Suspension Over Hairstyle: School Denies Discrimination by Joshua Brown September 18, 2023 September 18, 2023 A Black student faces double suspension over his dreadlocks, sparking a debate on hair discrimination in Texas schools.
Bookmark AP Top NewsBack to schoolDiscriminationEducationGeneral NewsRacismTexas Student Suspended for Dreadlocks Sparks Debate on Hair Discrimination: School Denies Bias by Gabriel Martinez September 18, 2023 September 18, 2023 This in-depth article explores the recent suspension of a Black high school student in Texas for his dreadlocks, sparking a renewed debate on hair discrimination. The case tests the newly …
Bookmark Election 2024Government appointments and nominationsIowaPoliticsRacismSouth CarolinaTim ScottU.S. Republican Party Tim Scott is the top Black Republican in the GOP presidential primary. Here’s how he discusses race by Joshua Brown September 3, 2023 September 3, 2023 Tim Scott’s nuanced stance on race: A Black GOP contender’s approach to discussions, challenges, and opportunities.
Bookmark District of ColumbiaFloridaGeneral NewsLegal proceedingsRacismU.S. News Spiritual Leader Advocates for Grief Over Anger in Wake of Racially-Motivated Shooting in Jacksonville, Florida by Andrew Wright August 27, 2023 August 27, 2023 This comprehensive report details the community’s reaction to a racially-motivated shooting in Jacksonville, Florida, that left three Black individuals dead. It explores the emotional and political responses from local leaders, …
Bookmark AP Top NewsDonald TrumpGeneral NewsGeorgiaNew York CityPoliticsRacismTrump Trump’s Persistent Offensive Tactics: Drawing on Historical Racist Stereotypes and Language by Madison Thomas August 22, 2023 August 22, 2023 This article examines Donald Trump’s consistent use of overt and coded racist language, highlighting its historical context and potential risks.
Bookmark AsiaAsia PacificGeneral NewsNorth KoreaNorth Korea governmentRacismTravis KingWorld News North Korea asserts US soldier Travis King crossed border after becoming disillusioned with America by Chloe Baker August 16, 2023 August 16, 2023 North Korea claims US soldier defected due to disillusionment with society & army. Detention fuels diplomatic tensions.