Race & Ethnicity
What the Kanye controversy can teach us about black voters
A common explanation has been the notion of "linked fate" — the belief among black folks that their individual prospects are tied to a collective well-being.
6 years ago
More employers avoid legal minefield by not asking about pay history
This week, for example, a federal district court struck down a Philadelphia law banning questions about prior pay, saying it impinged on free speech.
6 years ago
After Philly Starbucks arrest, what does it mean to be black in a ‘white space’?
The arrests of two black men at a Philly Starbucks exposed a central business district that struggles to make everyone feel welcome.
6 years ago
Listen 5:53Racist graffiti found in Philadelphia police station
Area is secured, so the culprit likely to be a member of the force or support staff, police commissioner says.
6 years ago
At Philly’s Mother Bethel, celebrating civil rights icons and Korean peace agreement
Blessed are the Peacemakers honored W.E.B. Du Bois, Martin Luther King Jr. and Paul Robeson for their work in promoting peace and justice around the world.
6 years ago
Philadelphia’s Carnaval de Puebla makes a grand return
In a flurry of colors and feathers, Philadelphia's Carnaval de Puebla returned to Washington Avenue for a 12th year on Sunday.
6 years ago
Mumia Abu-Jamal case back in court in Philly for hearing on latest appeal effort
Mumia Abu-Jamal was convicted of the 1981 murder of Philadelphia police officer Daniel Faulkner.
6 years ago
Filtering American history through a ‘Brown’ lens
Young's new book, Brown, is colored by memories from his family and childhood, United States history, and black culture.
6 years ago
Study: Colleges that ditch the SAT and ACT can enhance diversity
Colleges that have gone "test optional" enroll — and graduate — a higher proportion of low-income and first generation-students.
6 years ago
Race not only factor in Cosby case, but it was factor that couldn’t be ignored
6 years ago
DNA, diabetes and family destiny
Diabetes runs is Kristen Cabrera’s family. Her dad, plus seven aunts and uncles have the illness. She gathered them at home in Texas’ Rio Grande Valley to talk about it.
6 years ago
Listen 6:33The woman behind the viral video of Philly Starbucks arrests
Philadelphia writer Melissa DePino wanted to stand up as a witness to the racial bias she observed at a Philadelphia Starbucks.
6 years ago
Listen 7:39Carnaval de Puebla returns to Philadelphia amid increase in deportations
The traditional Mexican celebration resumes in South Philly after skipping a year.
6 years ago
New lynching memorial evokes terror of victims
The memorial opens the same week that Alabama marks Confederate Memorial Day, an official state holiday in which state offices will close.
6 years ago
Philly students host forum on gun violence
Parkway Center City High School students invite Philadelphia lawmakers to forum on gun violence and racial discrimination.
6 years ago
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