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NAACP confronts new Jim Crow racism

July 26, 2011 By Luis Rivas

Vote suppression and denying ex-felons the right to vote are the new Jim Crow laws of the 21st century, says NAACP leader.

Illinois defends civil unions law in foster care dispute

July 12, 2011 By Pepe Lozano

State officials sent letters to four Catholic Charities agencies that place children, explaining the decision to not renew foster care and adoption contracts.

South Carolina passes anti-immigration law

July 6, 2011 By Pepe Lozano

South Carolina has become the fifth and latest state poised to enact a draconian anti-immigration law, after Republican Gov. Nikki Haley signed SB 20 last week.

Rhode Island passes civil unions bill, with controversy

June 30, 2011 By Susan Webb

The Rhode Island state Senate on Wednesday approved a bill to legalize same-sex civil unions, sending the bill to the governor for his expected signature.

Heavy Metal’s progressive journey

June 30, 2011 By Blake Skylar

"Metal is expanding and becoming more diverse. It's becoming global and it's becoming a tool for social and political commentary." These words were spoken by anthropologist and filmmaker Sam Dunn in a report by MSNBC. Dunn...