Articles for Race Relations

My godfather was instrumental in the UK civil rights movement – but you’ve likely never heard of him
2 weeks ago

My godfather was instrumental in the UK civil rights movement – but you’ve likely never heard of him

The Independent  

On Friday, I said goodbye to my godfather – civil rights activist and black Englishman, Dr Paul Stephenson OBE. The prime minister, Sir Keir Starmer, paid tribute to an “inspiring” civil rights campaigner who paved the way for the first Race Relations Act. Even if you don’t remember his name, you might remember what he did: in 1963, Uncle Paul …

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Cheney's Support: A Crucial Factor in the Harris-Trump Race
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Cheney's Support: A Crucial Factor in the Harris-Trump Race

Al Jazeera  

The article explores the potential impact of Liz Cheney's support for Kamala Harris on the 2024 presidential election. While Cheney's endorsement could potentially help Harris win Republican voters in key battleground states, it could also alienate Arab American and Muslim voters, potentially impacting her overall support from Black Americans. The article also examines the potential conflict between the administration's efforts …

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Trump's Loss of White Voters Helps Harris Make Up for Inroads Among Hispanics & Blacks
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Trump's Loss of White Voters Helps Harris Make Up for Inroads Among Hispanics & Blacks

Firstpost  

Republican nominee Donald Trump's loss of support among core White voters has helped Democratic nominee Kamala Harris make up for her losses among Hispanic and Black voters. The data shows that Trump's margin among non-college educated White voters has consistently fallen in the three most-critical swing states of Pennsylvania, Michigan, and Wisconsin. This shift could have a significant impact nationally …

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10 Oscar-winning films that are problematic in 2024
9 months, 2 weeks ago

10 Oscar-winning films that are problematic in 2024

The Independent  

Get our free weekly email for all the latest cinematic news from our film critic Clarisse Loughrey Get our The Life Cinematic email for free Get our The Life Cinematic email for free SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. And when people saw SotL, they didn’t hear ‘Buffalo Bill isn’t …

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Scandal-plagued L.A. City Council deeply unpopular; voters have faith in Bass, poll finds
2 years ago

Scandal-plagued L.A. City Council deeply unpopular; voters have faith in Bass, poll finds

LA Times  

If the last week was any indication, Mayor Karen Bass starts her tenure with the wind at her back. That early win for Bass reflects a political reality highlighted by a new poll of city voters: The mayor has more support than does the council, and a plurality of voters believe she can address the city’s problems with homelessness and …

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How China plays on inter-race ties in the US
3 years, 7 months ago

How China plays on inter-race ties in the US

Hindustan Times  

Why has China become so vocal about racial tensions in the United States? Last year, Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Hua Chunying tweeted “I can’t breathe” – a slogan associated with Black Lives Matter – in response to criticism by her American counterpart of Chinese actions in Hong Kong. Following the assassination of Martin Luther King Jr in 1968, Mao Zedong …

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Where Views On Race And Police Stand A Year After George Floyd's Murder
3 years, 7 months ago

Where Views On Race And Police Stand A Year After George Floyd's Murder

NPR  

Where Views On Race And Police Stand A Year After George Floyd's Murder Enlarge this image toggle caption Nathan Howard/Getty Images Nathan Howard/Getty Images White and Black Americans have very different views of race in America and have had very different experiences when it comes to dealing with discrimination and trusting police, a new NPR/PBS NewsHour/Marist poll details. But the …

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Poll: Climate Becomes Top Priority For Democrats; Trump Struggles On Race, COVID-19
4 years, 3 months ago

Poll: Climate Becomes Top Priority For Democrats; Trump Struggles On Race, COVID-19

NPR  

Poll: Climate Becomes Top Priority For Democrats; Trump Struggles On Race, COVID-19 Enlarge this image toggle caption Pool/Getty Images Pool/Getty Images Weighing the president down in his reelection bid is his handling of the coronavirus pandemic and race relations, according to the latest NPR/PBS NewsHour/Marist poll. By a 54% to 40% margin, likely voters also say they prefer Democratic nominee …

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Why Democrats are worried about Kenosha
4 years, 3 months ago

Why Democrats are worried about Kenosha

CNN  

CNN — Former Vice President Joe Biden and President Donald Trump both recognize the potential political fallouts if protests in the wake of the Jacob Blake shooting are seen as peaceful or as violent. This occurred as peaceful protests dominated the news, race relations jumped in importance in the voters’ minds and support for the Black Lives Matter movement rose …

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