racism

Study says race is driving voter ID laws

What is really behind the rash of new voter identification laws? We have available a scientific answer, one not distorted by political rhetoric or blatantly ridiculous reasons.

Religious leaders: racial equality requires action

Overcoming racial overtones dominating the economic and political life of Southeast Michigan was the challenge.

Blood and citizenship: Black soldiers and the 4th of July

As we celebrate Independence Day, it is worth remembering how important documents are to us - and where the authority for those documents comes from.

Today in labor and peoples history: Custer’s Last Stand

Supreme Court strikes down most of Arizona immigration law

The U.S. Supreme Court struck down three parts of Arizona's immigration law today, but permitted one of the key parts to stand in a split decision.