During a visit to Nevada next week, President Obama will discuss immigration reform. We can only hope that immigration reform is in fact just that–reform–and that the Obama Administration strongly considers Latino youth while composing and enacting the policy.
Remember those Django Unchainedaction figures we told you about? Well, they’re being pulled! #goodnews! But now, they’re being sold for as much as $300 dollars! #badnews!
Legendary comedian Dick Gregory went off on Spike Lee over his widely-publicized criticism of the film Django Unchained, calling him a thug and a punk. Do you agree with Dick Gregory? Was Spike Lee’s critique of the film out of line?
Critics of the New York City Police Department’s “Stop and Frisk” policy can celebrate a small victory this morning. A federal judge has declared part of the tactic unconstitutional. Here’s hoping that subsequent judgments compel a thorough dismantling of the policy.
After igniting a ton of controversy for its portrayal of slavery and racism, Quentin Tarantino’s Django Unchained has made a fortune at the box office. And now they’re cashing in with a line of action figures inspired by characters from the film. Has Tarantino gone too far here?
Armed Teacher Training Programs have launched in 15 states since the Sandy Hook shooting. Beyond alarming. We must protect all children from gun violence, but is this the solution?
VMK, a company based in the People’s Republic of the Congo, has a set of smart phones and tablets that are more affordable and specifically designed for Africans.
dSpike Lee has refused to see Django Unchained, calling it disrespectful to his ancestors. Did you see the film? What did you think>
Activists in Brazil have launched a campaign to impeach the governor of Sao Paulo amid allegations of a campaign of police violence that specifically targets black youth.
Angela Davis has announced the launch of the “Bury the Ratchet” Campaign, aimed at fighting the negative, stereotypical portrayals of Black women in mainstream media. Do you watch ‘ratchet’ reality shows like Housewives and Love & Hip Hop? Is it time to “bury the ratchet?”
Morehouse College has announced it will offer a course on LGBT (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender) culture and politics. The course will be the first of its kind at Morehouse.
Former GOP presidential contender Mitt Romney will be having lunch with President Obama at the White House today. This will be their first meeting since the election. So…what do you think they’ll talk about?
