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Sandra Bland’s only offense was “driving while black”

July 29, 2015 By Rev. Jesse Jackson

The institutionalized prejudices and distorted practices that led to her death are unacceptable in a nation of equal justice under the law.

Cincinnati community marches to demand justice for Samuel Dubose

July 28, 2015 By Tim Steinhelfer And Kirsten Hendershot

Over 300 community members marched from the campus to the site of the fatal shooting death of Samuel Dubose to demand the release of police body camera footage of the incident.

Religious voters back Pope’s stands against racism, income inequality, for worker rights

July 28, 2015 By Mark Gruenberg

Pope Francis I has been outspoken about the rights of workers to be valued and respected - including their rights to join unions - and against income inequality and poverty.

Today in history: U.S. Marines invade and occupy Haiti 100 years ago

July 28, 2015 By Special to People’s World

The story of Haiti is a case study in the injustice of the international finance and monetary system.

Huckabee comparison of Iran deal to Holocaust reflects power of money

July 27, 2015 By Larry Rubin

To get elected, many right-wing politicians depend upon millions from AIPAC, the oil-rich Koch brothers and the gambling casino tycoon Sheldon Adelson.