Rev. Jesse Jackson, Sr., a Civil Rights icon, passed away on Tuesday after a long career of fighting for justice, equality, and love, and was remembered for his work with Martin Luther King, the Rainbow/PUSH Coalition, and his two runs for the presidency.
Category: Social Justice
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Trump’s Playbook of Chaos: Threat to Democracy and Voting Rights
The Trump administration has been using intimidation tactics to disrupt voting in Black, Brown, and heavily Democratic communities, and the FBI’s recent search and seizure in Georgia is a sign that these efforts may be continuing in the upcoming elections.
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Trump Administration Targets Black Journalists in Unprecedented Press Crackdown
Black journalists Don Lemon and Georgia Fort were arrested for covering a protest at a St. Paul church, highlighting the importance of Black journalists as witnesses to injustice and the Trump administration’s antagonism towards Black people and the press.
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Trump’s Racist Post Sparks Backlash While Bad Bunny’s Global Platform Shows a Different Cultural Path
Donald Trump’s late-night Truth Social post featuring racist imagery of the Obamas has sparked widespread condemnation, highlighting the need for sustained change and accountability in addressing deeply embedded social conditioning.
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“Press Is Under Attack”: NABJ Sounds Alarm After Arrests of Don Lemon and Georgia Fort
The National Association of Black Journalists and other press and civil liberties organizations have condemned the federal arrests of journalists Don Lemon and Georgia Fort, emphasizing the importance of press freedom and the need for journalists to stay safe while covering protests.
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A State of Emergency: The Time for Action is Now to End HIV in Dallas County
On National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day, we must break the barriers and build health for the Black community in Dallas County by addressing the systemic barriers, stigma, and lack of equitable resources that continue to disproportionately affect our community.
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Dr. King’s Critique of Capitalism: Still Relevant Today
Martin Luther King Jr.’s economic justice plan, which included full employment, guaranteed income, and access to land and capital, is still relevant today, as economic inequality remains a major issue and debates over universal basic income and affordable housing continue to shape national politics.
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American Imperialism’s Deadly Impact on Black People Worldwide
American Imperialism is a global phenomenon that has a direct impact on Black people, from the exploitation of resources to the transfer of policing and occupation practices to Black communities within the U.S.
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Family of Slain Man Demands Arrest of ICE Agent in New Year’s Eve Shooting
An off-duty ICE agent shot and killed a man in Northridge, Los Angeles on New Year’s Eve, sparking outrage from the man’s family and community groups who are demanding answers and accountability.
Posted inReal Estate
Dallas Housing Summit Highlights Need for Preservation and Tenant Protection
The 2nd Annual Housing Summit in Dallas brought together non-profits, policy analysts, architects, developers, and civil servants to discuss housing issues and propose solutions, including tax freezes, streamlined permitting, and a community fund to support grassroots organizations.
