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‘Out-of-Control’ 8 Year-old Handcuffed, Jailed for Two Hours for Throwing Tantrum
An 8 year-old Illinois girl was handcuffed and jailed for two hours after she allegedly threw a massive tantrum at school. School officials say she was out of control, but is it ever appropriate to handcuff and jail an 8 year-old?
NYC Ad Campaign Uses Fear and Shame to Deter Teen Pregnancy
A new NYC ad campaign is facing criticism for using fear and shame to prevent teen pregnancy. Sad photos of infants with tag lines like “Honestly mom…chances are he won’t stay with you. What happens to me?” Is a fear-based campaign like this going too far?
Why Hasn’t The Legendary Jack Johnson Been Pardoned?
Jack Johnson was the first black heavyweight champion of the world, received a bogus prison sentence for dating a white women (and embarrassing countless white competitors in the ring). Many on both sides of the aisle are calling for a presidential pardon. So what’s the hold up?
Watch FREE ANGELA DAVIS & ALL POLITICAL PRISONERS at UChicago TONIGHT at 6PM
Don’t miss a free screening of the highly anticipated documentary Free Angela Davis and All Political Prisoners at the University of Chicago tonight at 6pm!
Dennis Rodman, North Korea, and the Hypocrisy of the United States
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and Dennis Rodman (Photo by Jason Mojica, VICE) Dennis Rodman, fresh off his trip to North Korea, appeared on “This Week” with George Stephanopoulos to discuss his friendship with North Korea leader Kim Jong Un. Stephanopoulos proceed to take Rodman to task for supporting a man who, “presides over prison camps, allows millions […]
STUDY: Youth Incarceration Rates Have Dropped Dramatically
According to a new report, youth incarceration rates have dropped by 41% since its peak in 1995. And because cash-strapped are receptive to alternatives to expensive long-term incarceration, this moment presents an opportunity to solidify lasting change.
Former Staffers at The Onion Denounce CEO’s Decision to Apologize for Quvenzhané Wallis Tweet
Former staff members of The Onion have denounced CEO Steve Hannah’s decision to apologize for an offensive tweet about Quvenzhané Wallis, arguing that it has compromised the staff’s editorial freedom. Do they have a point, or are they missing the point?
White House Honors ‘Champions of Change’ for Educational Excellence for African Americans
WASHINGTON, DC – Today – Tuesday, February 26th – the White House will honor ten leaders who have devoted their time and efforts to helping further education among African Americans. These individuals have provided exemplary leadership in the area of education in the African American community at the local, state or regional level. “President Obama […]
One Year Later: Trayvon and the Value of Black Life
On February 26, 2012, Trayvon Martin, 17 and unarmed, was shot and killed by George Zimmerman. After ignoring an order from the police department, George Zimmerman profiled, followed, confronted and murdered Trayvon. The Sanford police department and Police Chief Bill Lee, then proceeded to allow George Zimmerman to go home, a free man, with his […]
Stop Saying Little Black Girls Are “Too Grown”
What I’m saying is that there is a fine line between policing self-expression/controlling a child and protecting a child. You don’t have to be controlling to set boundaries and protect your child. Contrary to popular belief, self-expression is a right.
We All Have Work to Do to End Gun Violence
The President’s visit was one moment in a longer struggle to radically improve the lives of black and Latino youth. Now that the President has come and gone we all have work to do!
Another Killer Cop Goes Free
NYPD Detective Hassan Hamdy, who shot and killed unarmed National Guardsman Noel Palonco (Photo by Victor Alcom) Remember last week when the world was riveted by the exploits of ex-LAPD officer Christopher Dorner? Many felt that the support of Dorner’s quest to expose the corruption and racism in the LAPD was unwarranted because he killed innocent people. One author […]