Posts by Samantha De Leon
Black men told to leave flight sue American Airlines, claiming racial discrimination
Three Black men are suing American Airlines, claiming they were discriminated against when ordered to leave a plane in January after a flight attendant’s complaint about body odor.
Read MoreA ‘Laundry List’ or a ‘Feel’: Biden and Trump’s Clashing Appeals to Black Voters
Both Biden and Trump are working to appeal to Black voters ahead of this year’s November election. Unsurprisingly, their approaches differ significantly to win over the community they see as critical to a victory.
Read More‘Did You Tase Him in the Face!?’ Inside ‘Goon Squad’ Deputies’ Group Chat
A group of (mostly) former Mississippi cops’ vulgar groupchat recently came to light, where they joked about sexual assault, torture, and kidnapping. The men came to national attention last year after they tortured and nearly murdered two innocent Black men.
Read MoreIn Low-Wage Jobs, Working While Black Means Showing Up Sick
A temporary federal law during COVID gave low-wage workers paid sick leave. But the law expired, forcing a huge chunk of Black workers to clock in when they should stay home.
Read MoreA synthetic drug ravages youth in Sierra Leone. There’s little help, and some people are chained
A treatment center has been set up by community members in Sierra Leone to help combat the drug addiction that ravages their youth. While the treatment center can resort to harsh measures, the effectiveness has proven promising.
Read MoreAlmost 6,000 Dead in 6 Years: How Baltimore Became the U.S. Overdose Capital
Baltimore was once celebrated for its response to addiction. However, because fentanyl has become more commonplace and law enforcement is shifting its focus toward gun violence, deaths have risen.
Read MoreBarbie will make dolls to honor Venus Williams and other star athletes
Barbie’s products are to become more diverse as they release dolls that represent female athletes in order to help young girls foster self-confidence and ambition.
Read MoreTheir Palm Springs Neighborhood Burned More Than 50 Years Ago. They Want Compensation.
The Black and Latino families of Section 14, who made up much of the labor force of Palm Springs, are asking for reparations for what they say was a racially motivated attack on their neighborhood and community.
Read MoreBlue Origin launches six tourists to the edge of space after nearly two-year hiatus
The man Kennedy selected in 1961 to be the first Black American astronaut candidate finally reached space at 90 among a group of six people launched in a tourism rocket.
Read MoreYour Right to Peacefully Protest Is Under Attack Across America
In today’s political climate, the right to assemble has become more restricted as law enforcement tries to maintain control. Protests in Texas and a SCOTUS decision point to this.
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