Archive
The Black and White Labor Gap in America: Christian E. Weller and Jaryn Fields explain how unique structural obstacles prevent African Americans from fully benefiting from economic and labor market growth.
Sounding the Wrong Alarm: Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee’s time on the House floor Friday was spent speculating on the racist nature of conservative politicians instead of warning of the dangers to her constituents of not raising the debt limit, says Sam Fulwood III.
The Color of Help: Kyle Boyd explains why domestic workers need to be able to organize into unions to protect themselves from racial discrimination and economic exploitation.
Antiabortion Groups Launch Attacks on Latinas’ Health, Rights, and Dignity : A billboard campaign in Los Angeles presumes Latinas are not capable of making the best decisions for themselves and their families when it comes to reproductive health, writes Alex Walden.
A Tale of Two Young Black Men: Sam Fulwood III asks what we can learn from two Baltimore natives who travelled decidedly different paths to manhood.
Infographic: Virginia’s Changing Racial Demographics: An infographic by Progress 2050 explores the growth of communities of color in Virginia.
Fighting Hunger Among Latino Children: Hispanic children are disproportionately affected by hunger, but SNAP benefits can help families put food on the table, writes Alejandro Garcia.
Infographic: North Carolina's Changing Racial Demographics: An infographic shows that North Carolina has seen massive growth in communities of color over the last decade but these groups still face disparities in employment.
Georgia Chopsticks, LLC: Sam Fulwood III highlights a business success story that offers hope for bringing the economy back to life.
The White Working Class and America’s Shifting Racial Landscape: Sam Fulwood III looks further into the shrinking white working class and their attendant frustrations.
Addressing Race and Genetics: Michael J. Rugnetta and Khusboo Desai examine issues regarding racial and ethnic health disparities that need to be addressed in order for personalized medicine to offer the greatest benefit to all.
Playing the Dozens: Sam Fulwood III explores kerfuffle over taunts by Princeton’s Cornel West at the president’s supposed lack of serious black-first policies.
No More DREAMs Deferred: Folayemi Agbede and Ann Garcia profile brave young Africans who are going public despite their illegal status in support of legislation enabling them to remain in the country.
The Dangers of Repealing Birthright Citizenship: Repealing birthright citizenship would create a permanent underclass of marginalized less-than-citizens, writes Philippe Nassif.
Antiracism Increasingly a Black and White Affair: Sam Fulwood III explores the growing divide over what racism means today among blacks and whites, and how calculating conservatives are seeking political advantage from it.
Flavored Disease and Death for Minorities: Aisha C. Moodie-Mills explains how a ban on menthol cigarettes will help minority Americans.
Infographic: The Growth of Asian American and Pacific Islander Communities: An infographic illustrates the recent increase in Asian American and Pacific Islanders.
Moving Education Beyond the Model Minority Myth: “One Size Fits All” Approach to Education Does Not Recognize Students’ Diverse Needs, May 12, 2011
Demographic Change Demands Equitable Policies for Youth of Color: Groups Are Increasing but Still Face Barriers to Opportunity, May 11, 2011
The Dangers of Repealing Birthright Citizenship: Opportunistic Politics Threaten American Values, May 17, 2011
Osama’s Death Unites Americans that Came of Age After 9/11: Race and Beyond, May 3, 2011
Equity Is a Superior Growth Model: Ask the Expert: Manuel Pastor, April 28, 2011
Equity Can Be Favorable to Economic Growth: Ask the Expert: Emmanuel Saez, April 28, 2011
Prosperity 2050: Is Equity the Superior Growth Model?, April 22, 2011
Celebrating Earth Day with a Commitment to Environmental Justice: Communities of Color Face Risks but Show Strong Support for Climate Policies, April 22, 2011
Little-Known History Makes a Big Difference: Race and Beyond, April 19, 2011
For Some, CR Cuts Could Mean the Difference Between Living in Peril or with Some Security : House Budget Bill Targets Critical Service Programs, April 14, 2011
Infographic: The New Demographics: America's Changing Racial Landscape, April 4, 2011
Real Diversity Requires Diverse Thinking: Race and Beyond, April 5, 2011
The Importance of Unions for Workers of Color: Unions Offer Protection and Access to the Middle Class, April 4, 2011
The People v. Wal-Mart: Race and Beyond, March 29, 2011
Fair, Effective, and Efficient Health Care: The Importance of the Affordable Care Act, March 23, 2011
Liberate National Public Radio!: Race and Beyond, March 22, 2011
Building Better Bonds with Latin America: Growing U.S. Latino Population Can Improve Relations, March 18, 2011
Every (Black Man) an Obama? : Race and Beyond, March 15, 2011
Majority Minority Toddlers : Race and Beyond, March 8, 2011
Black Power—The True Meaning of the Term, Then and Now: Race and Beyond, March 1, 2011
The Wisconsin Fight: What People of Color Have at Stake : Workers’ Economic Prospects Dim with Budget Bill’s Passage, February 25, 2011
Justice for All: President Reverses DOMA Policy, February 24, 2011
The Silent Decline: Race and Beyond, February 22, 2011
Race and Beyond: States' Rights Redux: Conservatives Want to Re-Fight National Debates in Statehouses, February 15, 2011
Arizona Under Fire: Arizona Jury Convicts Minuteman Leader of Murder, February 15, 2011
Beyond Recovery for Gulf Coast Communities of Color: Report Highlights the Opportunities Available, February 15, 2011
Defunding Planned Parenthood Would Hurt Communities of Color: Planned Parenthood Under Attack, February 7, 2011
Training the Health Workers We Need: Students of Color Merit the Best from For-Profit and Not-for-Profit Colleges Alike, February 4, 2011
Why Do Some Americans Love Guns So Much?: Race and Beyond, February 1, 2011
Repealing Progress: Conservative Efforts to Slash Health Reform Will Hurt Vulnerable Populations, January 26, 2011
DREAM to Nightmare for Stellar Student: Race and Beyond, January 25, 2011
The State of Communities of Color in the U.S. Economy : A Snapshot as We Enter 2011, January 21, 2011
Gearing Up for the Health Care Showdown: Race and Beyond, January 4, 2011
Can’t We Care for Those Who Need Help the Most?: Race and Beyond, December 7, 2010
Separate and Unequal: The Hyde Amendment and Women of Color, December 6, 2010
In Defense of Our Sisters in the Military: Aisha and Danielle Moodie-Mills on How DADT Harms Black Women Soldiers, November 30, 2010
Scanning for Terrorists Fairly and Effectively: Scanning for Terrorists Fairly and Effectively, November 23, 2010
Stop the Conference: The Economic and Fiscal Consequences of Conference Cancellations Due to Arizona’s S.B. 1070, November 18, 2010
All in the Family: All in the Family: Senator and Mrs. McCain Stifle Each Other over “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell”, November 16, 2010
The Civil War Today: Race and Beyond, November 2, 2010
The Essence of Marriage: The Essence of Marriage, October 26, 2010
Blacks Could Preserve a Progressive Majority: Blacks Could Preserve a Progressive Majority, October 19, 2010
Using ELT and the Community School Model to Help Rural Schools: Adapting Innovative Concepts into Rural Districts to Enhance Children’s Lives , October 1, 2010
Shelter Needed Amid the Housing Storm: Race and Beyond, August 17, 2010
Beyond Arizona: Without Comprehensive Immigration Reform, Intolerance Will Rise Across Our Country, May 14, 2010
In Whose Backyard?: Chemical Toxins, Reproductive Health, and Communities of Color, April 27, 2010
Don’t Take the Bait: Engaging in Arguments About the Confederacy Distracts from the Issues, April 13, 2010
Can the Census Handle a Changing America?: Country Is Shifting Toward Nation of Minorities, April 1, 2010
For You Were Aliens in the Land of Egypt: Faith Communities Unite Behind Immigration Reform, April 1, 2010
Immigration Reform Is a Progressive Issue: We Need to Actively Stand Behind and Promote Comprehensive Reform Efforts, March 19, 2010
Blacks vs. Immigrants Is a Zero-Sum Argument: Fairness and Equality Are at the Heart of the American Journey, March 19, 2010
Poverty: Weller and Reidenbach on Solutions for Persistent Poverty Among Minorities, February 16, 2010
LGBT: Krehely on Providing High-Quality Health Insurance to LGBT People of Color, February 12, 2010
Health Disparities in LGBT Communities of Color : Gap in Health Outcomes Needs to Be Addressed, January 15, 2010
Racial Health Disparities by the Numbers: We Still Have a Long Way to Go on Racial Equality, January 15, 2010
The State of Minorities in the Economy: Minorities Are Suffering Disproportionately in the Recession, January 15, 2010
How to Close the LGBT Health Disparities Gap: Issue Briefs on Overall and Racial Disparities in the LGBT Community, December 21, 2009
Disparities in the Health Care System: Minorities Face a Gap in Health Access, Coverage, and Quality , December 17, 2009
Equal Health Care for All: Opportunities to Address Health Care Disparities in Health Care Reform, December 17, 2009
Leveling the Playing Field: CAP Action's Weller Testifies, September 23, 2009
Unequal Opportunity Lenders?: Analyzing Racial Disparities in Big Banks’ Higher-Priced Lending, September 15, 2009
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