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Marc Lamont Hill discusses with scholar Kimberle Crenshaw the current state of civil rights in the United States, questioning whether the nation is regressing in its acknowledgment and handling of its historical injustices. The conversation explores the implications of this perceived backward slide on civil rights advancements.
The U.S. government is investigating a New York coffee chain following its announcement that it would not serve Democratic lawmaker Dan Goldman, who is pro-Israel. The investigation was confirmed by a top civil rights prosecutor, highlighting concerns over potential discrimination in the cafe's policy.
The new Michael Jackson biopic has been criticized for transforming the politically aware Black artist into a raceless figure, according to The Elephant. This portrayal allegedly overlooks the civil rights struggles, global solidarities, and historical contexts that influenced his life and work.
The new Michael Jackson biopic has been criticized for transforming the politically aware Black artist into a raceless figure, according to The Elephant. This portrayal allegedly overlooks the civil rights struggles, global solidarities, and historical contexts that influenced his life and work.