Black history month
Josephine Baker: Iconic entertainer, Resistance spy, and American hero
March 1, 2018It seems only fitting with Black History Month closing out, and Women’s History Month beginning, to highlight a Black woman who exemplified strength and resilience.
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This week in history: The Orangeburg Massacre 50 years ago
February 5, 2018Half a century has passed since the massacre at South Carolina State University.
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Connecticut activists still inspired by Frederick Douglass’ example
March 21, 2017Connecticut readers and supporters of People’s World met in New Haven recently to commemorate the African American freedom struggle and remember the work of Frederick Douglass.
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Unions can reverse racial wedge politics that divide workers
February 16, 2017Racial political appeals and promises to white workers often lead to the passage of harmful policies like “right-to-work” or corporate outsourcing, which pit workers against each other.
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Trump meets only hand-picked backers for Black History Month
February 6, 2017What does the president notice about Frederick Douglass? Seemingly only that he commands a certain buzz.
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