equality

Demands grow for fair and inclusive immigration reform

February 11, 2013 By Joelle Fishman

Immigrant rights organizations, labor, faith based, and civil rights groups have embraced the urgency for comprehensive immigration reform.

Sexism, elections, and prison sentences for anti-fascists in Germany

February 4, 2013 By Victor Grossman

There were tweets every minute and soon tens of thousands of electronic messages - all about sexual harassment and sexism in general.

Boy Scouts might drop anti-gay clause

January 31, 2013 By Dan Margolis

The Boy Scouts of America issued a surprise announcement Jan. 28 saying that it was "actively considering" ending its long-time ban on gay members and leaders.

Women in combat: A deeper look into women’s equality

January 31, 2013 By Rossana Cambron

With the ending of the ban on women in combat, the discussion on women's equality is taking an interesting turn.

Virginia GOP tries to dilute African-American vote

January 28, 2013 By Art Cook

Senate Republicans took advantage of the absence of Democrat Henry Marsh, a civil rights hero who was attending the ceremony, to pass a huge mid-decade redistricting bill.