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‘The Slaves Dread New Year’s Day the Worst’: The Grim History of January 1
Before the Civil War, the new year was not one of celebration but of horror and dread. It was a time of possible separation and heartbreak; a time for family members to be sold to the highest bidder.
Read MoreBuying Black, Rebooted
In the age of “voting with your spending,” there is a growing movement toward supporting and prioritizing black-owned businesses.
Read MoreMajor Jewish Denomination Votes To Support Reparations For Slavery
The Reform movement, America’s largest Jewish denomination, has passed a resolution supporting the need to make reparations for slavery.
Read MoreStudy Examines Why Black Americans Remain Scarce in Executive Suites
A new report focusing on diversity, or the lack there of, among corporate executives reveals that current practices aimed at inclusion are failing. The study focuses on some of the reasons for this failure and why “Race is still a ‘third rail’ — an unwelcome and dangerous subject — in many corporate settings.”
Read MoreWhat We Get Wrong About ‘People of Color’
People of Color has become a term used to denote those who are non-white. Why not be specific about the culture you are speaking about?
Read MoreAMC Theatres Apologizes After Group Racially Profiled During ‘Harriet’ Screening
A Black women’s non-profit organization faced racial profiling at a screening of the film Harriet earlier this month.
Read MoreWhat’s Lost When Black Children Are Socialized Into a White World
Black student disciplinary actions and suspensions for age appropriate behavior can be a problem in schools where “obedience and hierarchy” are valued and enforced.
Read MoreLong Island Divided
A ground breaking investigation into discrimination by real estate agents on Long Island reveals rampant misconduct and a system meant to disadvantage minority buyers.
Read MoreChildhood trauma in the U.S. is a ‘public health crisis’
A new study on childhood trauma provides compelling evidence for why childhood trauma should be a focus of Milwaukee and the country.
Read MoreNovember is Native American Heritage Month…
A recent White House proclamation is stirring controversy as the Trump Administration once again slights Native Americans.
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