Social Justice
Homer Plessy, key to ‘separate but equal,’ on road to pardon
Homer Plessy was arrested in 1892 after boarding the train car as part of an effort by civil rights activists to challenge a state law that mandated segregated seating.
2 years ago
Despite calls to improve, air travel is still a nightmare for many with disabilities
Congress told the TSA and airlines in 2018 to improve air travel for people with disabilities. But TSA data and stories from flyers suggest little has improved.
2 years ago
American Psychological Association says it’s sorry for perpetuating systemic racism
The American Psychological Association is seeking to make amends for past wrongs.
2 years ago
A lawsuit against Clearfield County could at least pause the establishment of one of the largest and private detention centers in the northeast.
2 years ago
Educators say teaching Black history truthfully is their goal, not indoctrination
Real Black History takes a look at the controversy around Critical Race Theory and how some teachers are filling in the gap of what their students know about American history.
Air Date: October 29, 2021
Listen 24:07Facebook paying fine to settle U.S. suit on discrimination
Facebook is paying a $4.75 million fine and up to $9.5 million to eligible victims to resolve the Justice Department’s allegations that it discriminated against U.S. workers.
3 years ago
The U.S. Supreme Court rules in favor of officers accused of excessive force
The U.S. Supreme Court has ruled in favor of police officers in two cases involving qualified immunity, the controversial legal doctrine that protects police officers.
3 years ago
Photo essay: Silent marchers demand justice for Fanta Bility, 8-year-old killed by police in Delco
Community members took part in a silent march in Delco Sunday afternoon, calling for justice for Fanta Bility, the 8-year-old girl fatally shot by Sharon Hill police.
3 years ago
Bill Cosby faces another sexual assault lawsuit, this one based on alleged Atlantic City rape
Lili Bernard filed a civil lawsuit against Bill Cosby regarding an incident in August 1990. She’s seeking $125 million in damages.
3 years ago
To improve equity on the road, Philly bans police stops for minor traffic infractions
The measure is rooted in recent data that show Philadelphia police pull over a disproportionate number of Black drivers for minor traffic violations.
3 years ago
Artist and educator Percy Ricks was rejected by Delaware Art Museum in a 1971 effort to showcase Black artists. The museum is making amends 50 years later.
3 years ago
Listen 2:31No charges for task force members in Winston Smith death
Crow Wing County Attorney Don Ryan said in letters dated last Wednesday that the task force members were justified in using deadly force when they shot Smith.
3 years ago
‘We’re a living presence’: Philly celebrates first officially recognized Indigenous Peoples Day
Philadelphia’s fifth annual Indigenous Peoples Day celebration was the first to be formally recognized and drew attendees from as far away as South Dakota and Canada.
3 years ago