In a significant decision, California voters have chosen to reject Proposition 6, which aimed to amend the state constitution to abolish forced labor in prisons. This outcome means that involuntary servitude remains legal within the state’s correctional facilities, allowing inmates to be compelled to work or face punishment for refusal. The historical context of prison...
White football players at a high school in Spokane, Washington targeted their Black teammates for racial harassment and sexual assaults that were tantamount to gang rape, and school officials who knew about it did nothing to rein in their behavior for several months, a new lawsuit contends. Four Black former Mead High School football players...
In a powerful demonstration of authentic political engagement, hip-hop artist Cardi B has forcefully addressed accusations surrounding her endorsement of Vice President Kamala Harris during the 2024 presidential campaign. The Grammy-winning artist’s response challenges common assumptions about celebrity political involvement, highlighting a deeper commitment to civic engagement beyond financial motivations. This development comes at a...
Whenever you hear someone compare Donald Trump to a historical figure, hyperbole is likely to follow, whether it comes from opponents, supporters, or the man himself. There have been many Hitler comparisons from never-Trumpers, including this one from author J.D. Vance in 2016: “I go back and forth between thinking Trump is a cynical a**hole...
In a powerful statement that resonates with many, MSNBC correspondent Joy Reid has declared that Black women are officially on hiatus from political advocacy, urging them to focus on their own communities and well-being. This message comes in the wake of the recent elections, where Black women expressed their disappointment and frustration with white progressive...
Joy Reid joined a growing roster of progressives bidding adieu to X, Elon Musk’s social media platform that has tilted sharply to the right under the mega-billionaire’s leadership. “It was just not worth it,” said the MSNBC host, who boasted more than 1.9 million followers. Reid said her departure has everything to do with Musk,...
