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Smithsonian Museum Expresses Interest in Displaying Trayvon Martin’s Hoodie
The Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History and Culture has expressed interest in acquiring and displaying the hoodie Trayvon Martin was wearing when he was murdered
New LAPD Program Allows Officers to Come Face-to-Face w/ Community Members on Racial Profiling
The LAPD has announced a new program where officers can come face-to-face with community members who accuse them of racial profiling. The Community-Employee Mediation Pilot program will allow both sides to see things from the other’s perspective. Neither party is required to agree with one another; and only conflicts that don’t involve use of force, […]
27-Year Old Activist Stopped, Forced to the Ground by Sanford Police
The Sanford, Florida police department is once again making headlines after stopping and forcing 27-year old activist Traymon Williams out of his car and onto the ground. Traymon was driving with his girlfriend and younger brother and had done absolutely nothing wrong. The Police allegedly thought he was a burglar. Howvever, Williams may have been […]
Chaka Khan Joins Boycott of Florida
In a recent interview with Chaka Khan, the soul legend announced her intentions to boycott Florida in protest of the state’s Stand Your Ground laws.
11-Year Old Dovonta Andrews Is Shot While Shielding 5-Year Old Friend from Bullet
11-year old Dovonta Andrews is in the hospital recovering from a bullet wound he sustained after shielding his 5-year old friend with his body.
The Nation: From the Deep South to the Midwest, a Generation Demands Justice
A recent article over at The Nation shines a light on how young people from across the country are uniting, organizing, and demanding justice.
Educator Brooke Harris Says She’s Facing Termination for Speaking Out Against EAA
Educator Brooke Harris is facing termination for allegedly helping students organize a walkout. But she says she had nothing to do with the walkout, and that shes being singled out for speaking out against the Education Achievement Authority, the organization that runs the school.
Cornel West: President Obama Is a Global George Zimmerman
Cornel West has joined his radio cohost Tavis Smiley in blasting the POTUS in the wake of his Trayvon Martin speech last Friday. Speaking with Democracy Now, West called President Obama “a global George Zimmerman” for his use of deadly drone attacks overseas.
Watch the Trailer for Nelson Mandela Biopic “Long Walk to Freedom”
A trailer has been released for the upcoming Nelson Mandela biopic “Long Walk to Freedom,” starring Idris Elba.
Petition Launched Demanding that Zimmerman’s Concealed Carry Permit Be Revoked
A petition has been launched demanding that George Zimmerman’s concealed carry permit be revoked. So far it has over 12,000 signatures.
Trayvon Martin’s Father Speaks Out on Verdict
Tracy Martin – father of the late Trayvon Martin – released a series of heartfelt tweets in the wake of the George Zimmerman verdict: “Even though I am broken hearted my faith is unshattered I WILL ALWAYS LOVE MY BABY TRAY”
Al Sharpton to Move to Chicago to Address Gun Violence
Rev. Al Sharpton has announced plans to relocate to Chicago to address and bring attention to the city’s gun violence crisis. Sharpton vows to make the move in September, where he’ll rent an apartment and work with community leaders and organizations.