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Minneapolis agrees to overhaul police training and policies following Floyd murder

Minneapolis City Council approved a federal agreement to reform police training and use-of-force policies, ensuring respect for human life and dignity.

Minneapolis Agrees to Overhaul Police Training and Force Policies After George Floyd's Murder

Minneapolis City Council approved a federal deal to reform police training and use-of-force policies in response to George Floyd's murder.

Trump's Stop-and-Frisk Agenda

Trump aims to reverse police reform progress post-George Floyd's murder.

The Cops Killed More People in 2023 Than They Had in Years

White support for police reform and inclusivity measures in the wake of George Floyd's murder quickly dissipated.
Meaningful police reform and anti-racist efforts have largely been abandoned or undermined.

The Cops Killed More People in 2023 Than They Had in Years

White support for police reform and inclusivity measures in the wake of George Floyd's murder quickly dissipated.
Meaningful police reform and anti-racist efforts have largely been abandoned or undermined.

Cowboys QB Dak Prescott explains why he donated to the police after George Floyd's murder

Dak Prescott emphasizes the need for action and healing after George Floyd's death, using his platform to foster police reform and community relations.

Minneapolis agrees to overhaul police training and policies following Floyd murder

Minneapolis City Council approved a federal agreement to reform police training and use-of-force policies, ensuring respect for human life and dignity.

Minneapolis Agrees to Overhaul Police Training and Force Policies After George Floyd's Murder

Minneapolis City Council approved a federal deal to reform police training and use-of-force policies in response to George Floyd's murder.

Trump's Stop-and-Frisk Agenda

Trump aims to reverse police reform progress post-George Floyd's murder.

The Cops Killed More People in 2023 Than They Had in Years

White support for police reform and inclusivity measures in the wake of George Floyd's murder quickly dissipated.
Meaningful police reform and anti-racist efforts have largely been abandoned or undermined.

The Cops Killed More People in 2023 Than They Had in Years

White support for police reform and inclusivity measures in the wake of George Floyd's murder quickly dissipated.
Meaningful police reform and anti-racist efforts have largely been abandoned or undermined.

Cowboys QB Dak Prescott explains why he donated to the police after George Floyd's murder

Dak Prescott emphasizes the need for action and healing after George Floyd's death, using his platform to foster police reform and community relations.
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Boardroom DEI is lagging. Here's what to know

Corporate focus on diversity has declined since the initial push following George Floyd's death, influenced by a conservative backlash against DEI policies.

White teen pleads guilty to trying to drown Black youth at Chatham pond in 2023

A white teen pleaded guilty to attempting to drown a Black boy in a racially charged attack, facing potential sentencing as an adult.
#police-brutality

Charged for Protesting Police Violence in 2020, Khalif Miller Is Still in Jail

Protesters from the 2020 George Floyd protests, like Khalif Miller, continue facing severe consequences from a heavy-handed justice system.

From riots to power: Chi Osse, the youngest council member in New York history

Chi Osse transformed from a party organizer to a politician in response to the George Floyd protests, becoming a symbol of youth activism in politics.

Authorized big-screen biopic of George Floyd in the works

The biopic 'Daddy Changed the World' will depict George Floyd's life, including his murder and the impact on racial justice.

How to Criminalize a Protest

The Black Lives Matter movement in 2020 became the largest protest movement in U.S. history, leading to significant changes and calls for justice.

Minneapolis approves $150K settlement for witness to George Floyd's murder

Minneapolis City Council settles for $150,000 with Donald Williams, an eyewitness in George Floyd's murder case, suffering from PTSD.

Minneapolis Approves $150K Settlement for Witness to George Floyd's Murder

Minneapolis City Council agreed to a $150,000 settlement with an eyewitness who tried to prevent George Floyd's murder and now suffers from PTSD.

Charged for Protesting Police Violence in 2020, Khalif Miller Is Still in Jail

Protesters from the 2020 George Floyd protests, like Khalif Miller, continue facing severe consequences from a heavy-handed justice system.

From riots to power: Chi Osse, the youngest council member in New York history

Chi Osse transformed from a party organizer to a politician in response to the George Floyd protests, becoming a symbol of youth activism in politics.

Authorized big-screen biopic of George Floyd in the works

The biopic 'Daddy Changed the World' will depict George Floyd's life, including his murder and the impact on racial justice.

How to Criminalize a Protest

The Black Lives Matter movement in 2020 became the largest protest movement in U.S. history, leading to significant changes and calls for justice.

Minneapolis approves $150K settlement for witness to George Floyd's murder

Minneapolis City Council settles for $150,000 with Donald Williams, an eyewitness in George Floyd's murder case, suffering from PTSD.

Minneapolis Approves $150K Settlement for Witness to George Floyd's Murder

Minneapolis City Council agreed to a $150,000 settlement with an eyewitness who tried to prevent George Floyd's murder and now suffers from PTSD.
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#diversity-and-inclusion

A huge regression': Walmart's DEI rollback incites new racial equity push

Walmart's shift away from DEI initiatives reflects a troubling trend in corporate America amidst ongoing racial inequity discussions.

Attacks on Diversity in Higher Education Threaten Democracy

Corporations and universities committed to diversity post-George Floyd's murder.
Racial reckoning threatened by attacks on diversity in American institutions.

A huge regression': Walmart's DEI rollback incites new racial equity push

Walmart's shift away from DEI initiatives reflects a troubling trend in corporate America amidst ongoing racial inequity discussions.

Attacks on Diversity in Higher Education Threaten Democracy

Corporations and universities committed to diversity post-George Floyd's murder.
Racial reckoning threatened by attacks on diversity in American institutions.
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#black-lives-matter

Portland Book Festival: Robert Samuels, author of 'His Name Is George Floyd,' reflects on the police killing that ignited Black Lives Matter * Oregon ArtsWatch

George Floyd's life story illustrates the ongoing struggle against systemic racism and its profound impact on Black Americans.
The book provides a comprehensive view of Floyd's life in the context of American policing and racial inequalities.

Melania Trump refers to George Floyd as only a 'Black Minneapolis resident' in her memoir

Melania Trump does not name George Floyd in her memoir, referring to him generally and focusing more on protests than the circumstances of his death.

Portland Book Festival: Robert Samuels, author of 'His Name Is George Floyd,' reflects on the police killing that ignited Black Lives Matter * Oregon ArtsWatch

George Floyd's life story illustrates the ongoing struggle against systemic racism and its profound impact on Black Americans.
The book provides a comprehensive view of Floyd's life in the context of American policing and racial inequalities.

Melania Trump refers to George Floyd as only a 'Black Minneapolis resident' in her memoir

Melania Trump does not name George Floyd in her memoir, referring to him generally and focusing more on protests than the circumstances of his death.
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Patrick Soon-Shiong: the billionaire LA Times owner who blocked Harris endorsement

Soon-Shiong's decisions sparked resignations and subscription cancellations at the Los Angeles Times, reflecting a conflict over editorial independence and responsibility.

The ocean doesn't care what color I am': Black US surfers reclaim the waters

The paddle out event at Cowell Beach honors George Floyd and promotes surfing among BIPOC communities.
#racism

What Is Racism?

Racism is an ideology based on beliefs in racial essences and superiority/inferiority, manifesting in discrimination and oppression.

Mockery of George Floyd killing at a birthday party in Peru sparks online outrage

The birthday celebration trivialized issues of systemic racism and the legacy of George Floyd's death.

Opinion | He Knows It's Important to Admit Mistakes. He's Made Many.

Glenn Loury initially doubted Chauvin's conviction due to a documentary, but later acknowledged his error in judgment.

What Is Racism?

Racism is an ideology based on beliefs in racial essences and superiority/inferiority, manifesting in discrimination and oppression.

Mockery of George Floyd killing at a birthday party in Peru sparks online outrage

The birthday celebration trivialized issues of systemic racism and the legacy of George Floyd's death.

Opinion | He Knows It's Important to Admit Mistakes. He's Made Many.

Glenn Loury initially doubted Chauvin's conviction due to a documentary, but later acknowledged his error in judgment.
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Bluff by Danez Smith review Afropessimism' as an artform

Danez Smith's 'Bluff' challenges the essence of poetry, juxtaposing personal expression with societal liberation, emphasizing its limitations in comparison to basic human needs.
#civil-rights

Feds step in at Brookline school after allegations of racial bullying

The federal government is investigating alleged racial bullying incidents in a Brookline school after a Black student experienced severe racial slurs and actions.
School leadership's inadequate response to racial bullying incidents raises concerns about the handling of severe racial harassment in educational settings.

Thomas Lane, ex-Minneapolis officer convicted in George Floyd's murder, released from prison

The release of Thomas Lane marks a pivotal moment in the legal aftermath of George Floyd's murder, highlighting issues of police accountability.

Feds step in at Brookline school after allegations of racial bullying

The federal government is investigating alleged racial bullying incidents in a Brookline school after a Black student experienced severe racial slurs and actions.
School leadership's inadequate response to racial bullying incidents raises concerns about the handling of severe racial harassment in educational settings.

Thomas Lane, ex-Minneapolis officer convicted in George Floyd's murder, released from prison

The release of Thomas Lane marks a pivotal moment in the legal aftermath of George Floyd's murder, highlighting issues of police accountability.
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#derek-chauvin

Ex-officer convicted in George Floyd's killing is moved to new prison

Chauvin's transfer to a federal prison comes after significant incidents in his incarceration, including a stabbing, while he serves sentences for Floyd's murder.

Former officer who killed George Floyd transferred to Texas prison after attack

Derek Chauvin, convicted murderer of George Floyd, was attacked in prison and transferred to a Texas facility.

Ex-officer convicted in George Floyd's killing transferred to Texas prison months after stabbing

Derek Chauvin was transferred to a Texas federal prison after being stabbed while serving concurrent sentences for George Floyd's killing.

Ex-officer convicted in George Floyd's killing is moved to new prison

Chauvin's transfer to a federal prison comes after significant incidents in his incarceration, including a stabbing, while he serves sentences for Floyd's murder.

Former officer who killed George Floyd transferred to Texas prison after attack

Derek Chauvin, convicted murderer of George Floyd, was attacked in prison and transferred to a Texas facility.

Ex-officer convicted in George Floyd's killing transferred to Texas prison months after stabbing

Derek Chauvin was transferred to a Texas federal prison after being stabbed while serving concurrent sentences for George Floyd's killing.
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Walz Faces New Scrutiny Over 2020 Riots: Was He Too Slow to Send Troops?

The riots following George Floyd's murder exposed delays in the response from Minneapolis officials.

Walz Has Faced Criticism for His Response to George Floyd Protests

Governor Tim Walz faced criticism for his response to the unrest following George Floyd's murder, highlighting challenges in handling crises efficiently.

I Marathon Watched "Supacell" On Netflix And My Jaw Is Still On The Floor

Rapman's show addresses social issues affecting Black people, inspired by George Floyd's death.

Four years later, Minneapolis still scarred by the violence of the George Floyd riots

The aftermath of George Floyd's death in 2020 has led to ongoing struggles and decline in Minneapolis, particularly in terms of anti-police policies and increased crime.

Granderson: Whose lives matter to the Republican governor of Texas?

Abbott refused to act on a posthumous pardon for George Floyd while enthusiastically supporting the pardon for a man found guilty of murder in a racially charged incident.

Good Day, Brooklyn!

Community members in Brooklyn, New York gather for a justice rally in honor of George Floyd on Juneteenth.

Paramedic Who Injected Elijah McClain With Ketamine Before His Death Avoids Prison

Former paramedic avoids prison after Elijah McClain's death, part of 2020 racial injustice protests, reflecting rare accountability for paramedics in police custody cases.
#venture-funding

Funding to Black founders was down in 2023 for the third year in a row | TechCrunch

Black founders raised only 0.48% of venture dollars in the U.S. last year.
Funding for Black founders has been declining since 2020.

Funding to Black founders was down in 2023 for the third year in a row | TechCrunch

Black founders raised only 0.48% of venture dollars in the U.S. last year.
Funding for Black founders has been declining since 2020.

Funding to Black founders was down in 2023 for the third year in a row | TechCrunch

Black founders raised only 0.48% of venture dollars in the U.S. last year.
Funding for Black founders has been declining since 2020.

Funding to Black founders was down in 2023 for the third year in a row | TechCrunch

Black founders raised only 0.48% of venture dollars in the U.S. last year.
Funding for Black founders has been declining since 2020.
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11 months ago

The Cops Killed More People in 2023 Than They Had in Years

White support for police reform and inclusivity measures in the wake of George Floyd's murder quickly dissipated.
Meaningful police reform and anti-racist efforts have largely been abandoned or undermined.
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