Democratic victories would redefine policy fights over expanding health insurance access and overhauling criminal justice procedures, among other matters.
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Posted inOp-Eds, Perspective
The undeniable reality of systemic racism in America
Many white Americans don’t have the experiences that allow them to readily believe the evidence.
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In this era of protest over racism, will colleges embrace Black student activists?
In 2018, sociologist Ted Thornhillfound that Black students who profess an interest in fighting racism were less likely to get a response from college admission officers than other Black students when inquiring about whether they would be a good fit for a particular college. In light of the nationwide anti-racism protests sparked by the May 25 killing of George […]
Posted inNational Sports, Sports
As sports return, discourse over national anthem looms for leagues
Kneeling during the national anthem is a hot topic in pro sports again as America gets set to celebrate a pandemic-clouded Fourth of July holiday. There’s no indication of any leagues will skip the anthem despite empty venues.
Posted inAuto Racing, National Sports, Sports
Paint schemes go political as NASCAR season heats up
Political ads are not unheard of in NASCAR, but one driver’s new primary sponsor, touting the re-election bid of President Trump, has drawn attention as the series wrestles with how to boost diversity.
Posted inSports
Snyder no longer has a choice, and he knows it, as this controversy reaches its endgame
Jerry Brewer: There’s no need for a ‘thorough review.’ Just change the name as soon as possible.
Posted inSports
Washington’s NFL team moves toward changing controversial name
The team says in a statement that a thorough review ‘can and will be conducted with the best interest of all in mind,’ and sources expect it to result in a new team name.
Posted inNation / World, News
White Michigan couple arrested after gun pulled on Black family
Cellphone video captured the confrontation Wednesday in a restaurant parking lot.
Posted inNational Sports, Sports
For athletes, decision to opt out is fraught with health concerns and pull of social activism
Professional athletes across the country, and across leagues, are debating whether to return to play amid the spread of the novel coronavirus and the social justice movement in the wake of George Floyd’s killing by police in Minneapolis.
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Trump says painting ‘Black Lives Matter’ on Fifth Avenue would be ‘a symbol of hate’
New York Mayor Bill de Blasio, who ordered the tribute last week, calls the president’s comments on Twitter ‘the definition of racism.’