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racial discrimination

School Policy Sparks Debate: Who Benefits?

January 21, 2026

A long-standing policy in Los Angeles, designed to address past segregation issues, is now facing legal scrutiny. The policy, in place since the 1970s, aims to support students in predominantly Hispanic, Black, or Asian schools by providing smaller class sizes and additional resources. Critics argu

politics

Michigan's Jocelyn Benson Faces Serious Discrimination Claims

January 14, 2026

In Michigan, a serious legal battle is unfolding. Four Black employees have taken their former boss, Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson, and other top officials to court. They accuse the department of racial discrimination and creating a hostile work environment. This isn't just any lawsuit—it's a bi

politics

A Judge Stands Up for Migrants' Rights

January 1, 2026

A recent court decision has put a stop to a plan that would have forced thousands of migrants back to their home countries. A judge in San Francisco ruled that the Trump administration did not properly think about the dangers these people would face if they were sent back to Honduras, Nepal, and Nic

crime

A Man's Hateful Actions Land Him in Federal Trouble

December 18, 2025

In a recent turn of events, a man from Columbia, South Carolina, has been hit with serious federal charges. Jonathan Andrew Felkel, 34, is accused of violating his neighbor's housing rights and brandishing a firearm during a violent act. The incident, which took place on July 17, involved Felkel dri

opinion

Two Americas: A Tale of Progress and Persisting Prejudice

December 10, 2025

In the early 1960s, a stark contrast emerged between the United States' global image and its domestic reality. As African nations gained independence, their diplomats arrived in the U. S. to take up their posts. However, their experiences revealed a troubling truth: racial discrimination was still r

politics

New Immigration Rules Spark Debate and Concern

December 4, 2025

Recent changes in U. S. immigration policies have sparked strong reactions from various groups. The government has decided to pause immigration applications from 19 countries already under travel restrictions. This move comes after a shooting incident involving a national from one of these countries

celebrities

When Shopping Becomes a Side-Eye Experience

November 5, 2025

Jelly Roll, a well-known country music artist, recently had an experience that left him feeling like he was under suspicion. He shared a video on social media, talking about his visit to a Louis Vuitton store in Sydney, Australia. The way he described it, the staff seemed to treat him like he was th

politics

A Shot in the Dark: South Carolina's Hate Crime Debate

July 29, 2025

A recent incident in Richland County has sparked a heated discussion about the need for a statewide hate crimes law in South Carolina. On July 17, a man named Jonathan Felkel allegedly shot at a Black neighbor in the Spring Valley neighborhood, and he was arrested under a new local hate intimidation

opinion

Why Calling Someone Jose or Maria is a Big Deal

July 2, 2025

In a recent incident, Vice President JD Vance referred to Senator Alex Padilla as "Jose Padilla. " Whether intentional or not, this act carries significant weight. It's not just about getting a name wrong. It's about devaluing the identities of over 65 million Latinos in the U. S. Latinos contribute

politics

UK Law's Blind Spot: How Colourism Gets Ignored

June 24, 2025

In the UK, the legal system has a big problem. It's not addressing colourism. Colourism is discrimination based on skin tone. It's a real issue, but the law acts like it doesn't exist. The law protects people from racism. It includes "race" as a protected characteristic. But "race" is not the same