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Race and Ethnicity: Archives

The Escapist and Thought-Provoking ‘Django Unchained’

Even with its profanity and violence, Quentin Tarantino’s latest film succeeds in subverting certain Hollywood conventions on race.

By Sam Fulwood III | Tuesday, January 8, 2013

5 Fast Facts About Black Immigrants in the United States

Immigration ProtestsBlack immigrants make up a significant percentage of the U.S. foreign-born population, and they should no longer be absent from the conversation on immigration reform.

By Helina Faris | Thursday, December 20, 2012

Muslim Americans Bridging Communities Through Art and Music

Omar OffendumA number of Muslim Americans are using art as a point of connection, not discord, between Muslims and non-Muslims in the United States.

By Jack Jenkins | Monday, December 17, 2012

AP Poll Shows Increase in Racist Sentiment, but It Shouldn’t Be Believed

President Obama's re-electionWhile a new poll shows an increase in antiblack attitudes, this increase might have more to do with increased openness on these challenging issues, not rising racist feelings.

By Sam Fulwood III | Tuesday, December 11, 2012

What Is at Stake for Communities of Color in the Fiscal Showdown Debate?

Nancy Pelosi, Sander Levin, Steve IsraelIf Congress and President Obama cannot come to an agreement to avoid the fiscal showdown, there will be significant cuts to programs that keep many people out of poverty, in the workforce, and able to pursue the American Dream.

By Vanessa Cárdenas | Monday, December 3, 2012

The Top 10 Reasons Why People of Color Should Care About the Fiscal Showdown

Speaker of the House John BoehnerIf Congress and the president cannot agree on a budget deal by the end of the year, the resulting economic slowdown will have a big impact on communities of color.

By Sophia Kerby | Thursday, November 29, 2012

The Republican Party Has No Interest in Courting Black Voters

Sens. John McCain and Lindsey GrahamIn postelection commentary, Republican leaders have made no mention of the need to repair relations with black voters.

By Sam Fulwood III | Tuesday, November 27, 2012

5 Fast Facts About 2012 Asian American Voters

Hanabusa and GabbardA brief look at why the 2012 presidential election was monumental for Asian American voters.

By Anh Phan | Monday, November 26, 2012

A New Strategy for the Republican Party

Former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney waves to supporters before conceding the 2012 presidential race.A blogger reflects on Gov. Mitt Romney’s failed presidential campaign and what it means for the future of the Republican Party.

By Sam Fulwood III | Tuesday, November 20, 2012

Latinos Least Likely to Have Paid Leave or Workplace Flexibility

Latino workers at job site article icon Issue Brief Latinos are the least likely of any population group in America to have access to paid sick days, paid leave, and workplace flexibility.

By Sarah Jane Glynn and Jane Farrell | Tuesday, November 20, 2012

Battleground States Go Blue Thanks to Multiracial Coalitions that Supported President Obama

Miami votersCommunities of color in swing states who supported President Obama helped him get re-elected by turning out in droves.

By Vanessa Cárdenas and Sophia Kerby | Thursday, November 15, 2012

Final Lessons from the Campaign Trail

Voting line in South CarolinaSam Fulwood III delineates the four main lessons he’s learned this election season.

By Sam Fulwood III | Tuesday, November 6, 2012

Where the War on Voting Meets the War on Women

Woman preparing to voteThis election season women voters of color may face a dual disenfranchisement when the war on women meets the war on voters.

By Liz Chen and Jessica Arons | Monday, November 5, 2012

Millennial Voters Refuse to Be Left Out of This Election

Aubrey Marks, left, helps a University of Central Florida student to register to vote in Orlando, Florida.On the eve of Election Day 2012, our nation’s youngest voters could once again play a key role in the outcome because of their progressive ideals.

By Anne Johnson | Monday, November 5, 2012

Infographic: Women of Color and Political Leadership

Women of color continue to vote in increasing numbers, despite their lack of representation in elected office.

By Sophia Kerby | Monday, November 5, 2012