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Tortured Sudanese journalist Sami Al-Hajj released after 7 years in Guantanamo
Sami Al-Hajj was released after spending more than seven years in U.S. custody. He was released without ever being prosecuted.
Police make life hell for youth of color
Statistics cannot convey the intimidation, anxiety and anger that Black and Latin@ youth must live with on a daily basis, nor the effect this can have on them and their families.
Sean Bell’s killers acquitted
“There was a such thing as society prior to this parasitical system of imperialism. People dealt with their contradictions, and people need to be clear on that. We can deal with our own contradictions.”
The legal lynching of Black youth
I was devastated at how cold and heartless the judicial system can be when it comes to our Black babies.
Former Black Press executive named NAACP president
“He represents taking the NAACP to the next level ... And he represents great promise and potential, not just for the organization, but for young people.”
‘Smart Cities’ reject redevelopment agencies
There are only three medium-sized cities in Northern California that have withstood pressure from a powerful Sacramento lobby, an army of lawyers, consultants, bond brokers and land developers.
Children’s Defense Fund calls Schwarzenegger’s revised budget shameful
In a state with the eighth largest economy in the world, it is a moral outrage that cuts to foster care, health coverage, cash assistance for children and food programs are even being considered.
Viequenses support Barack Obama
Vieques is an exquisite white-sand-trimmed island, a jewel in the blue Caribbean, where the 10,000 Viequenses fight valiantly for cleanup of massive contamination left by the U.S. Navy.
My husband, the Rev. Edward Pinkney, is still sitting in the Berrien County Jail
Rev. Pinkney is a victim of a frame-up by Berrien County Court and Sheriff Department, which has a national reputation for police brutality and racism.
Eve Ensler’s spectacular celebrates New Orleans women
“I’ve been trying to free myself of Katrina’s grasp. ... With what I’ve gone through, I should be just stark raving mad by now, but I’m able to go on.”
A permanent fixture of injustice: Child Protective Services
“I feel like there is racism, ageism and sexism in the CPS system,” said Alicia.
Revolutionary Black psychologist honored for changing education and society
“Joseph White has made a fundamental shift in how ethnic minorities are viewed, understood and treated in American psychology.”
A journey into sound: an interview wit’ Fiyawata
They say that balance is the key to the universe, yet there are only a few groups in Hip Hop that include male and female musicians.
Outstanding California childcare providers recognized at State Capitol ceremony
The ceremony was held to recognize the important role that informal childcare providers play in raising preschool age children and preparing them for Kindergarten.
Life after graduation
Because I have someone in my life who cares, I now have a future filled with possibilities and I look forward to what the future holds for me after graduation.
Prop 98 would eliminate rent control and tenant protections
Prop 98 would terminate rent control and other tenant protections and would place homeowners at risk by allowing unscrupulous property owners to challenge existing building codes and zoning laws.
Silenced Mamas: Prominent Family Court judge consistently rules against mothers
Sandra was extremely shocked and devastated by Judge Slabach’s order that placed her 7-year-old son’s life in danger.
Vote Yes on Prop F to stop our beautiful city from being corrupted by...
"Gentrification is racist and therefore illegal, but no one is doing anything about it." – Kalann Johnson, 11th grade
Espanola Jackson wins National Fair Housing Award
“A relentless champion for the people, Ms. Jackson is best known for leading struggles for affordable housing in San Francisco’s Bayview Hunters Point.”
Ruth Garland Dewson receives ‘Power of One’ award
“Ruth Dewson is a doer, a change maker, a one-woman show and a force of nature.”