Social Justice
On ‘Radio Times’: President Trump’s response to the violence in Charlottesville
In response to the violence in Charlottesville over the weekend, Radio Times talked about white supremacist groups and President Trump’ ...
9 years ago
Philly high school students learn the art of protest with Mighty Writers
Nia Peterson, 15, drew a depiction of the American flag, but with rainbow colors, representing the LGBTQ community, instead of ...
9 years ago
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Merck CEO stands against bigotry — and Trump — prompting questions of corporate responsibility
After deadly violence erupted at a white supremacy rally in Virginia last weekend, many people felt that President Trump should ...
9 years ago
Heather Heyer’s death in Charlottesville must not be in vain
Hate came to Charlottesville, Virginia this past weekend, and it refused to be ignored. Hate screamed racial e ...
9 years ago
No telling how many catcallers dog women on Philly streets
It’s tough to pin down just how much catcalling happens in Philadelphia and elsewhere, but ...
9 years ago
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Expungements can erase the stigma that haunts people of color
A criminal record can haunt a person long after a case has ended, even if that person is found not guilty or all the charges against them ...
9 years ago
Prisons’ silence on Philadelphia inmate’s murder perturbs reformers
Sterling Cole was a father of five, a loyal Eagles fan, and a handyman and mason whose favorite project was fixing up his own house. ...
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The health care shortage that impacts victims of sexual assault
Some rape victims have to travel hours to get an exam from a nurse with special training and forensic expertise. Debbie Holbrook s ...
9 years ago
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Risk of employer retaliation must be removed for workers who claim discrimination
In February 2017, Susan Fowler, an engineer, left her job at Uber and wrote a blog post ...
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‘Rhythms of Resistance’ coming to Philly’s Clef Club
Philadelphia’s Clef Club is the site for a ...
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Steaks are delicious. Bacon is tasty. Americans eat a ton of meat, and consumption is on the rise. And, there are serious implications in ...
Air Date: June 2, 2017
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Notre Dame commencement protesters chose the wrong time and place
When I heard that a group of disgruntled Notre Dame students marched out of the graduation ceremonies in less-than-silent protest this we ...
9 years ago
Making real the racial faith, justice, and hope we talk about
A nightmare showed up to remind me that this is our time for struggle, and my voice is priceless. And silence won't make my dream come true. It has always been now.
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