Daily Archives: September 17, 2026
American racism turns 250 years old and now the beast feeds itself
Leah Harmony examines a series of anti-Black incidents in 2026 showing that racism remains embedded in U.S. institutions and public life. She calls for deeper historical understanding and accountability to break the cycle.
Twanda Bailey’s fight puts San Francisco — and the nation — on notice
Twanda Bailey’s workplace discrimination case returns to trial after the California Supreme Court ruled that a single use of the N-word can support a harassment claim. With San Francisco’s entire Superior Court bench recused, the case tests whether the city will be held accountable for its response to her report.