Archive for September 2012
Discovering Black America’s Jailed Gems
One higher education leader has offered a suggestion that could help Black inmates and lead to rehabilitation.
Read MoreBobby Jindal Appeals Ruling On Bernette Johnson, Black Supreme Court Justice
Louisiana’s governor’s attempts to block a Black state supreme court judge reflect political impartiality and highlight racial antagonism.
Read MoreToday Marks the Founding of the Association for the Study of African American Life and History
Many who don’t know the Association for the Study of African American Life and History know the Black History Month it inspired.
Read MoreWhen Family Trees Are Gnarled by Race
Thanks to DNA testing, people are discovering surprising racial ancestry–and having to reconcile that with their identities.
Read MoreMichelle Obama’s DNC Dress Designed by African-American Designer Tracy Reese
The Obamas don’t just offer representation inside the White House; they shine a spotlight on Black designers with their choices.
Read MoreNew Study Confirms Racial Bias in Criminal Sentencing
Research finally supports what people of color have known all along: there is racial bias in the criminal justice system.
Read MoreA Ballot Box Tactic Has Deep Historical Roots
Sherrilyn A. Ifill explains how barriers to voting unfairly impact Black Americans–and what it means for politics.
Read MoreThe Case of the Disappearing Black Voter
Here in Milwaukee, the housing crisis has an unusual impact on politics as Black voters have seemingly disappeared.
Read MoreAs Republican convention emphasizes diversity, racial incidents intrude
The Republican party’s new tactic, which embraces diversity, struggles as party members and supporters display racist behavior.
Read MoreWisconsin Athlete Became the First Black Olympic Medal Winner in 1904
A Wisconsin native named George Coleman Poage, who ran sprints and hurdles, became the first Black recipient of an Olympic medal.
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