The mobility gap between white and Black children in low-income families has narrowed, but poor white children are earning less, leading to concerns.
White Americans in This City Earn Over Twice as Much as Black Americans
Income inequality persists for Black Americans due to historical and systemic racial discrimination, impacting access to essential resources and quality of life.
Good News and Bad News About America's Kids
The mobility gap between white and Black children in low-income families has narrowed, but poor white children are earning less, leading to concerns.
White Americans in This City Earn Over Twice as Much as Black Americans
Income inequality persists for Black Americans due to historical and systemic racial discrimination, impacting access to essential resources and quality of life.
Los Gatos resident aims to erase racist language in property deeds - San Jose Spotlight
Racially restrictive covenants have historically influenced community segregation and demographics, as shown by personal accounts and local initiatives to address this legacy.
Why some staffing agencies rely on hiring discrimination
BaronHR discriminated against Black and non-Hispanic applicants, leading to a $2.2 million settlement with the EEOC.
Where Inequality Persists - The Worst States for Black Americans
Racial inequality leads to significant disparities in education, job opportunities, housing, and health for Black Americans compared to White Americans.
How the GI Bill excluded Black veterans
The GI Bill significantly improved access to education for veterans but was implemented inequitably, affecting Black veterans disproportionately.
Where Inequality Persists - The Worst States for Black Americans
Racial inequality leads to significant disparities in education, job opportunities, housing, and health for Black Americans compared to White Americans.
How the GI Bill excluded Black veterans
The GI Bill significantly improved access to education for veterans but was implemented inequitably, affecting Black veterans disproportionately.
A Clothing Paradox Unbuttoned: Why We Should All Be Ethical Shoppers
Fashion in Apartheid South Africa reflects deeper societal inequalities and racial oppression, particularly impacting Black women's identity and economic status.
50 vintage photos show what life was like for women 100 years ago
The 1920s marked significant social change for women, highlighted by voting rights and new job opportunities, but racial inequalities persisted.
A Clothing Paradox Unbuttoned: Why We Should All Be Ethical Shoppers
Fashion in Apartheid South Africa reflects deeper societal inequalities and racial oppression, particularly impacting Black women's identity and economic status.
50 vintage photos show what life was like for women 100 years ago
The 1920s marked significant social change for women, highlighted by voting rights and new job opportunities, but racial inequalities persisted.
C-Section Disparities Could Be the Result of Physician Bias
Black pregnant patients face higher chances of unscheduled C-sections compared to white counterparts, raising concerns about equitable healthcare access.
Women have lower life expectancy in U.S. than other high-income nations: study
Women in the U.S. face significant disparities in healthcare access and outcomes compared to their counterparts in other countries.
C-Section Disparities Could Be the Result of Physician Bias
Black pregnant patients face higher chances of unscheduled C-sections compared to white counterparts, raising concerns about equitable healthcare access.
Women have lower life expectancy in U.S. than other high-income nations: study
Women in the U.S. face significant disparities in healthcare access and outcomes compared to their counterparts in other countries.
Report Reveals Worsening Racial Disparities in New York Parole Decisions
Racial disparities in parole decisions in New York have worsened, with people of color significantly less likely to be granted parole compared to whites.
Passenger who pepper sprayed Uber driver for no reason indicted for hate crime: DA
A young woman was indicted for a hate crime after pepper-spraying a Muslim Uber driver in Manhattan, highlighting issues of racial hatred and violence.
Tulsa Creates Commission on Reparations for Race Massacre
Creation of a commission in Tulsa for reparations related to the Tulsa Race Massacre.
Labour backbenchers accuse Keir Starmer of colonial mindset'
Starmer's refusal to address reparations for slavery is viewed by some Labour MPs as an insulting colonial mindset that ignores ongoing racial inequalities.
Tulsa Creates Commission on Reparations for Race Massacre
Creation of a commission in Tulsa for reparations related to the Tulsa Race Massacre.
Labour backbenchers accuse Keir Starmer of colonial mindset'
Starmer's refusal to address reparations for slavery is viewed by some Labour MPs as an insulting colonial mindset that ignores ongoing racial inequalities.
Hurricane Milton Paved Way for Tornadoes and Millions Without Power
Allegations of police brutality and a suspicious death of Dennoriss Richardson raise serious concerns about systemic issues in law enforcement in Alabama.
Power movie review & film summary (2024) | Roger Ebert
Hurricane Milton Paved Way for Tornadoes and Millions Without Power
Allegations of police brutality and a suspicious death of Dennoriss Richardson raise serious concerns about systemic issues in law enforcement in Alabama.
Power movie review & film summary (2024) | Roger Ebert
MBA, other stakeholders team up to address racial homeownership gap
The CONVERGENCE Collaborative aims to close the racial homeownership gap through collective action among key industry stakeholders.
NYPD issues hundreds of jaywalking tickets a year. Vast majority go to people of color.
NYPD's jaywalking enforcement disproportionately targets people of color, showcasing systemic racial inequalities in policing.
Another Reason We Have a Housing Crisis? Highways! - Streetsblog USA
Highway construction in the Twin Cities caused significant land loss, predominantly affecting African-American communities and contributing to urban inequities.
Women face bias and disparities in healthcare. Digital tools could help meet their needs.
Diverse healthcare needs, particularly for women of color, are being addressed through digital innovation platforms like Health In Her HUE.
Wealthier Members of Congress Have Family Links to Slavery
Members of Congress with enslaver ancestry exhibit higher median net worth compared to those without, showcasing the legacy of generational wealth disparities.
Opinion | Michelle Obama Absolutely Takes Apart Donald Trump
Michelle Obama effectively used personal narratives to highlight racial and social inequality in support of Kamala Harris.
Research: Highlighting Minority-Owned Businesses Can Boost Sales
Supporting businesses owned by underrepresented groups can benefit sponsor businesses and promote minority entrepreneurship.
Black Americans Earn Over 50% Less Than White Americans in This State
Racial inequality impacts Black Americans economically through various disparities, with Black households earning significantly less than white households in many states.
If you're living with a drug or mental health problem, here's where to look for help
Fatal overdoses in the U.S. decreased in 2023, but drug and mental health crises persist, especially in communities of color.
Despite Progress, Black Californians Still Face Major Challenges In Closing Equality Gap | KQED
The study on Black Californians highlights persistent racial inequality despite some quality of life improvements.
Despite Progress, Black Californians Still Face Major Challenges In Closing Equality Gap | KQED
Racial inequality persists despite quality of life improvements for Black Californians.
What Black History Month means for those on the front lines of activism
Black activists play a crucial role in advocating for justice and equality.
Black History Month celebrates the contribution of Black activists to shaping communities.
Faith Ringgold Dies at 93; Wove Black Life Into Quilts and Children's Books
Faith Ringgold, a renowned multimedia artist and writer, passed at 93. She utilized various media to explore race, gender, and community themes, advocating for diversity in museum collections.
What Black History Month means for those on the front lines of activism
Black activists play a crucial role in advocating for justice and equality.
Black History Month celebrates the contribution of Black activists to shaping communities.
Faith Ringgold Dies at 93; Wove Black Life Into Quilts and Children's Books
Faith Ringgold, a renowned multimedia artist and writer, passed at 93. She utilized various media to explore race, gender, and community themes, advocating for diversity in museum collections.
Former deputy mayor said to have inspired TV series Boarders was 'a force of nature'
Ray Lewis set up the Eastside Young Leaders' Academy (EYLA) to send disadvantaged children to elite schools to address racial inequality.
Lewis was involved in various initiatives to inspire troubled youth including a drive to recruit 1,000 people for the Mayor's efforts.
Killing Affirmative Action Hits Another Business Sector
Affirmative action facing challenges in business settings
Legalization of marijuana reinforcing racial inequalities in business
Debt Has Long Been a Tool for Limiting Black Freedom
Student loan debt disproportionately affects women and Black individuals, exacerbating existing financial inequalities.
Historical use of debt reflects intentional reinforcement of racial, gender, and economic hierarchies.
Black mental health patients more likely to be injured at hands of police
Rise in injuries of black inpatients during restraint
Concerns over racial inequalities in mental health services
Labour's proposals unlikely to be enough to end race disparities
Keir Starmer promised to bring in a race relations act if Labour came to power, in response to the disproportionate impact of Covid on minority ethnic communities.
Doreen Lawrence, leading a race equality taskforce for Labour, called for specific policies to address structural inequalities in areas such as work, healthcare, criminal justice, and housing.
US prison labor tied to some of the world's most popular food brands
Prison labor is linked to a wide range of products in supermarkets, including popular brands like Frosted Flakes and Coca-Cola
Prison labor disproportionately affects people of color, who face harsh conditions and are often denied worker protections
Op-ed: Black leaders have an obligation to fulfill MLK's dream
Martin Luther King Jr.'s dream of a colorblind society remains largely unfulfilled.
Black elected leaders have the power to bring about equity and fulfill King's dream.
Op-ed: Black leaders have an obligation to fulfill MLK's dream
Martin Luther King Jr.'s dream of a colorblind society remains largely unfulfilled.
Black elected leaders have the power to bring about equity and fulfill King's dream.
What we're reading: writers and readers on the books they enjoyed in December
Roger Lewis's biography of Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton, titled Erotic Vagrancy, delves into the gossipy and extravagant lives of the Hollywood stars.
Shirley Collins's book, America Over the Water, recounts her journey collecting music in the American rural south in 1959 and highlights the inequality and racism she witnessed during that time.
Young, ethnic minority Britons planning to quit UK' over money worries and racism
One in seven young Black and Asian Britons are considering leaving the UK due to various factors including government failings, racism, and economic worries.
US universities are reinstating SAT scores. Experts say it will exacerbate racial inequality
Reinstating SAT and ACT scores in college admissions can impact diversity and racial equality.
"You must know this story:" Why Freedom Summer's murders matter today
Generational impact of violent civil rights history in Mississippi town
To Smash and Dash, Maher's Shock, and Black Folk Working "Five Times Harder"
The pressure on black individuals to excel and the impact of controversial events in the media are discussed on the show.