Justice
What’s the right way to mark Juneteenth? The newest US holiday is confusing Americans
What’s the right way to mark Juneteenth? The newest US holiday is confusing Americans Juneteenth, the newest US federal holiday, has become its most puzzling one due to confusion over how to celebrate it and its proper meaning. The holiday commemorates June 19, 1865, when Maj. Gen. Gordon Granger issued General Order No. 3, freeing […]
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The use of federal troops to quell Los Angeles protests recalls militarized law enforcement during the Civil Rights Movement
The use of federal troops to quell Los Angeles protests recalls militarized law enforcement during the Civil Rights Movement The use of federal troops to quell Los Angeles protests over immigration raids without state approval recalls militarized law enforcement during the Civil Rights Movement. President Donald Trump has activated 4,000 National Guard troops and sent […]
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Smartphones are once again setting the agenda for justice as the Latino community documents ICE actions
Smartphones are once again setting the agenda for justice as the Latino community documents ICE actions Latino organizers are using smartphones to document ICE actions, film family separations, and livestream protests outside detention centers, creating a new tradition of “mobile journalism” that echoes Black media survival strategies from the past. The power of visual evidence […]
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DOJ files to seize $225 million in crypto from scammers
DOJ files to seize $225 million in crypto from scammers The Department of Justice (DOJ) has filed a civil complaint to seize $225.3 million in cryptocurrency linked to crypto investment scams. The seizures are part of a larger effort to crack down on “pig butchering” rings, which use fake romantic relationships and other tactics to […]
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Supreme Court ignores precedent instead of overruling it in allowing president to fire officials whom Congress tried to make independent
Supreme Court ignores precedent instead of overruling it in allowing president to fire officials whom Congress tried to make independent The US Supreme Court has ruled that President Donald Trump can fire officials from independent agencies created by Congress without “good cause,” ignoring a precedent set by the court in 1926’s Humphrey’s Executor v. United […]
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Protecting the vulnerable, or automating harm? AI’s double-edged role in spotting abuse
Protecting the vulnerable, or automating harm? AI’s double-edged role in spotting abuse AI can be used to detect abuse and protect vulnerable people, but its implementation raises concerns about replicating harm or privacy violations. The development of AI tools is often biased by historical data, which can reflect social inequalities and prejudices, leading to systemic […]
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Family taps AI to fight insurance company after California wildfires destroy home
Family taps AI to fight insurance company after California wildfires destroy home Dennis Salguero’s home was destroyed by California wildfires, but his insurance company gave him a rebuilding estimate significantly below market value. Salguero decided to use free AI tools to draft an appeal against the insurance company’s decision. He used multiple different models of […]
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Was the Boulder attack terrorism or a hate crime? 2 experts unpack the complexities
Was the Boulder attack terrorism or a hate crime? 2 experts unpack the complexities The Boulder, Colorado attack on June 1, 2025, which injured 12 people, was initially classified as a “targeted terror attack” by authorities, but later charged as a hate crime in federal court. A hate crime is defined as a crime motivated […]
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Peace has long been elusive in rural Colombia – Black women’s community groups try to bring it closer each day
Peace has long been elusive in rural Colombia – Black women’s community groups try to bring it closer each day Colombia’s internal conflict has lasted over six decades, making it one of the oldest conflicts in the world, and violence surged in early 2025, killing dozens and displacing tens of thousands. The country’s peace agreement […]
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Beyond the backlash: What evidence shows about the economic impact of DEI
Beyond the backlash: What evidence shows about the economic impact of DEI DEI (diversity, equity, and inclusion) has a long history in the US, dating back to landmark efforts such as the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and affirmative action policies. The research shows that DEI initiatives are good for business, with companies with diverse […]
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