racism – Page 223 – People's World

Mississippi is still burning, vicious murder shows

August 10, 2011 By Ryan C. Ebersole

This crime, tragic and vile as it is, seems to only be the latest example of long-standing racism that appears to permeate Mississippi to the core.

The kids aren’t all right, new report shows

August 9, 2011 By Dan Margolis

The recession hasn't been good for anyone, but children have been especially hard hit says a new report by the Children's Defense Fund.

NAACP: Over a century of struggle

July 29, 2011 By Rossana Cambron And Luis Rivas

Since its founding 102 years ago, the NAACP has been at the forefront in the fight for civil rights and social justice for African Americans and all working people.

NAACP calls for end to “war on drugs”

July 29, 2011 By Luis Rivas

The NAACP put forth a resolution publically calling an end to the failed 40-year drug war, started in 1971 at the behest of President Nixon.

Racial wealth gap grows to record highs

July 28, 2011 By John Case

Wealth gaps have always been much greater than income gaps, but the changes have never seen the magnitude in the past few years.