Articles about Social Justice
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Natasha Lyonne Says “ice Had Other Plans” After Being Escorted Off Plane Following ‘euphoria’ Premiere
Natasha Lyonne's recent encounter with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents has left many in the entertainment industry stunned. The actress took to Twitter to share her side of the story, revealing that she was unexpectedly escorted off a plane by ICE after attending the 'Euphoria'...
Eliot Engel, a 16-term Bronx Liberal in Congress, Dies at 79
Eliot Engel, a stalwart advocate for social justice and a fixture in New York politics, has left an indelible mark on the city's congressional delegation. As a 16-term congressman from the Bronx, Engel's dedication to serving his constituents earned him a reputation as a tireless champion of progres...
Judge Halts Trump-era Policy on College Admissions Requirements
A federal judge has halted a Trump-era policy requiring colleges to demonstrate that they do not consider race in their admissions processes. The ruling, issued on May 30, 2023, by U.S. District Judge Reed O'Connor, blocks the policy from taking effect while it is under review by the Biden administr...
In a Town Close to the Farmworker Movement, Some Struggle to Process Chavez Allegations
The town of Delano, California, has been at the epicenter of the farmworker movement for decades. It was here that César Chavez, the iconic labor leader, launched the United Farm Workers (UFW) in the 1960s. Today, the town remains a stronghold of the UFW, with thousands of farmworkers and their fami...
Plot to Firebomb Palestinian Activist's Home Disrupted by Nypd Undercover Operation, Authorities Say
The NYPD has been on high alert after receiving intelligence that a group of individuals were planning to firebomb the home of a prominent Palestinian activist. The activist, who has been a vocal critic of Israeli policies, has been receiving death threats and has been a target of harassment in rece...
Ogden Officials Call for Removal of Cesar Chavez Street Signage Amid New Allegations
The city of Ogden, Utah, is embroiled in a controversy surrounding the legacy of Cesar Chavez, the labor leader behind the United Farm Workers. City officials have called for the removal of Cesar Chavez Street signage, citing new allegations that have raised concerns about Chavez's ties to communism...
Bill Cosby Loses Civil Sex Assault Lawsuit in Los Angeles County; Faces $19-million Judgment
Bill Cosby, the disgraced comedian and actor, has suffered another defeat in his long history of controversy surrounding his past behavior. A Los Angeles County jury has found him liable in a civil sex assault lawsuit filed by Judy Huth, a woman who alleges that Cosby sexually assaulted her at the P...
Presidents Who Honored Cesar Chavez Face Backlash Over Abuse Allegations
U.S. presidents have long celebrated the life and legacy of Cesar Chavez, the labor leader and civil rights icon who co-founded the United Farm Workers (UFW) in 1962. However, a recent surge in allegations of workplace abuse has sparked a heated debate about the intersection of labor rights and soci...
California's Gov. Newsom Supports Move to Rename César Chavez Day Over Alleged Sexual Abuse
California Governor Gavin Newsom has announced his support for a proposal to rename César Chavez Day, a state holiday honoring the late labor leader, in response to allegations of sexual abuse against him. The move has sparked heated debate among politicians and historians, with some arguing that it...