civil rights
Coalition tells president racial injustice underlies Michael Brown killing
August 27, 2014Michael Brown is only the latest in a long list of black men and boys who have died under eerily similar circumstances.
Read moreCop stop: Driving while gay
August 27, 2014The police officer ordered us all out of the car. Shortly, another police car pulled up and two more officers joined the first.
Read moreThousands protest police violence in Staten Island
August 27, 2014The marchers, from all five New York City boroughs, called for reforms in the process of disciplining police officers who use unlawful force, and in police officer training.
Read moreProtestors stand their ground against racism and ignorance
August 26, 2014The pro-Darren Wilson folks were screaming rage-soaked insults, but the protestors stoically chanted back in unison.
Read moreCommunity and labor stand together in peaceful cry for justice for Eric Garner
August 25, 2014"The people in this crowd should have this amazing view: It's a sea of people of every culture and heritage coming together for change."
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