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Football Fever and Patriotic Fervor
Colin Kaepernick’s silent protest reminds Americans that calling out injustice is more glorious than scoring touchdowns.
Stepping Away from Racism
Purging prejudice from the pews will move America closer toward a long overdue racial reconciliation.
The Ongoing Battle to Protect the Precious Right to Vote
Americans are sick and tired of being sick and tired of waiting on Congress to act and ensure the right to vote for all.
President Obama’s Legacy for Asian American and Pacific Islander Communities
President Barack Obama has been a leader in supporting and advancing AAPI communities.
At Long Last, A Wrong Righted for Disenfranchised Virginians
Virginia should be commended for restoring voting rights to 210,000 felons who have lawfully served their time.
5 Things to Know About Communities of Color and Environmental Justice
The Flint, Michigan, crisis is just one example of the many environmental injustices that communities of color are facing.
The Problem with the National Response to Police Racism
Police behavior in American cities such as Chicago should no longer come as a surprise.
When Home Disappears
Transportation Secretary Anthony Foxx hopes to build a transportation system that works for everyone.
6 Things You Should Know About Women of Color and the Criminal Justice System
Women are the fastest-growing portion of the U.S. prison population. In particular, women of color are disproportionately affected by the criminal justice system.
Why #OscarsSoWhite Matters
The film industry exercises a huge amount of influence on perceptions of success in America—or the lack thereof.
Saving the Best for Last
President Obama’s final State of the Union address challenged voters to do the hard work of fulfilling the American promise.
Investing in the Education of Students of Color Benefits All Americans
As Congress reauthorizes the ESEA, federal lawmakers must make sure that the needs of all students are met.
People of Color: Their Contributions, Their Potential
Fact Sheet
As demographics shift and the share of people of color in the U.S. population continues to increase, it is important to take notice of the contributions that people of color make to the United States and their potential contributions to the nation in the future.
The High Cost of Truancy
Report
Chronic truancy has short-term consequences for students but can have long-lasting effects for individuals, families, and communities.
Building a More Inclusive National Park System for All Americans
Issue Brief
Congress and the president should work to conserve places that better reflect America’s diverse population and help engage new generations to visit and explore their shared heritage and resources.
