Race
Baptists, citing another tradition in the South, denounce Confederate flag
June 23, 2016Two recent, very different, actions illustrate that although those in power have tried to repress it, the tradition of fighting racism in the South runs as deep as the racism itself.
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Socialism isn’t perfect, but it’s damn better than what we have
May 4, 2016If the "playing field" is to be level for African-Americans, those who profited from slavery and racism must make amends. Yes, I mean reparations.
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Labor movement vows to challenge bigotry, bridge racial divisions
April 15, 2016With the country facing serious questions of racial justice, the labor movement hopes to foster dialogue and solidarity.
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Minnesota private prison debate raises issues of race, justice
March 30, 2016Issues of race, poverty, and justice bubbled to the surface in an emotional hearing in late March.
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“Madame Butterfly”: The racial/sexual politics of cross-cultural concubinage
March 30, 2016LA Opera's current production of Giacomo Puccini's "Madame Butterfly" hits not only a homer, but a grand slam.
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