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U.S. Postal Service announces stamp honoring late Rep. John Lewis

The U.S. Postal Service recently announced new postage stamps, include one honoring the late John Lewis, an activist and politician.

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Reimagining the police

Cambridge HEART is a community-driven advocacy group dedicated to alternatives to policing. Residents are doing EMT training and learning how to respond to crisis calls in an effort to keep their communities safe, solve conflicts, and coordinate mutual aid where needed (JESSICA RINALDI/GLOBE STAFF)

One organization is exploring alternatives to police responding in emergency situations where their presence might traumatize citizens.

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Former officer who kneeled on George Floyd’s back gets 3.5-year prison term

A Minneapolis police officer who was involved in the murder of George Floyd has been sentenced for his responsibility in the victim’s death.

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Is Racism Causing Black Folks’ Brains to Age Faster?

A recent studies highlights the role of racism as chronic stressor that can contribute to Alzheimer’s disease and other conditions.

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Serena Joy of ‘The Handmaid’s Tale’ is the epitome of white people who don’t care until it happens to them

White people on the screen and streets often remain silent as others’ rights are impeded–until it impacts them, of course.

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Slavery rejected in some, not all, states where it was on the ballot

Residents of several states recently voted on prison labor measures, ultimately deciding whether modern slavery would remain legal.

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Q&A: Designing the set for ‘Why Race Matters’

Caitlin Short talks about designing the set for PBS’ “Why Race Matters,” a show that highlights issues impacting Black Wisconsinites.

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Family of Detroit man killed by police during mental health crisis sues city and 5 officers for $50 million

Porter Burks lost his life after police fired upon him over three dozen times after responding to a mental health check.

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Penn State cancels Proud Boys founder’s speech, citing the threat of violence

After backlash, Penn State has rescinded an invite to Gavin McInnes, the founder of the Proud Boys who was slotted to speak at the school.

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Former Minneapolis officer pleads guilty in George Floyd killing

Another of Derek Chauvin’s police compatriots, J. Alexander Kueng, has pleaded guilty in the 2020 death of George Floyd.

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