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nytimes.com • Photojournalism • World
This article explores the enduring power of still photography in the age of ubiquitous digital media, contrasting the golden era of photojournalism with the current landscape of citizen journalism and online platforms.
theatlantic.com • Politics • USA
This article recounts how Newton Minow, chairman of the FCC, respectfully defied President Kennedy's request to censor a news report, highlighting the importance of free speech and the value of hearing dissenting opinions.
newyorker.com • Politics • USA
Harvard University's defiance of the Trump administration's threats to its federal funding marks a significant break from previous instances of universities succumbing to government pressure.
latimes.com • News • United States
Rodney King's account of his brutal beating by Los Angeles police officers contradicts the police narrative, sparking public outrage and a wide-ranging investigation into police misconduct.
newyorker.com • Politics • World
An interview discusses potential responses to a disregard of judicial orders, including the possibility of widespread civil action to halt governmental operations.
newyorker.com • Music • World
This article explores the creation and enduring relevance of Sam Cooke's iconic civil rights anthem, "A Change Is Gonna Come," tracing its influences and historical context.
vox.com • Politics • United States
The Trump administration's immigration policies are creating fear and distrust among immigrants, regardless of legal status, leading to a chilling effect on interactions with the government.
washingtonpost.com • Politics • World
The Trump administration's abuse of confidential data, including the targeting of Jewish academics and the creation of an autism registry, raises serious concerns about civil liberties and government overreach.
cnn.com • Politics • United States
The Justice Department's termination of a decades-old school desegregation order in Louisiana sparks debate over the legacy of the Civil Rights Movement and the future of racial integration in American schools.
nytimes.com • Politics • World
The author, who has faced repercussions for advocating human rights in China, argues that courage, not obedience, is the most effective strategy against authoritarianism.
chicago.suntimes.com • History • USA
The article argues that Fred Hampton's legacy should be taught to inspire youth by focusing on his community organizing and social programs rather than just his assassination.
nytimes.com • History • United States
The death of Carolyn Bryant Donham, the woman whose testimony led to the murder of Emmett Till, raises questions about the truth of what happened in 1955.
nytimes.com • Politics • USA
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has initiated a review of Navy vessel names honoring prominent civil rights leaders, potentially removing Harvey Milk's name amidst Pride Month.
latimes.com • Immigration • USA
A U.S. citizen of Latino descent was interrogated and briefly detained by immigration agents in Montebello, California, sparking concerns about racial profiling and due process.
nationalgeographic.com • History • USA
The Stonewall uprising, sparked by a police raid on a gay bar in New York City, marked a turning point in the fight for LGBTQ+ rights, galvanizing activists and igniting a nationwide movement for liberation.
rollingstone.com • Politics • United States
The 'No Kings' protests, one of the largest mass demonstrations in modern memory, spurred plans for future actions, including the 'Good Trouble Lives On' march and the '1 Million Rising' initiative to train pro-democracy leaders.