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Why Lethal US Military Maritime Strikes Are Targeting the Caribbean
Explore the rise of lethal US military strikes in the Caribbean under Operation Southern Spear and their impact on human rights and Afro-Caribbean communities.
Why Federal Pullbacks Threaten NC Environmental Justice Wins
Federal grant cancellations in 2026 threaten decades of progress in North Carolina’s environmental justice movement, echoing the historic fight in Warren County.
How Kansas City Repealed Jaywalking to End Racial Targeting
Kansas City’s repeal of jaywalking laws aims to end racial profiling, address discriminatory policing, and prioritize pedestrian safety through urban design.
Why the 2026 President’s House Ruling Protects Slavery Memory
A federal judge told the National Park Service to reinstall a Philadelphia slavery exhibit. The order treats public memory as a rights issue, not a museum extra.
Jesse Jackson’s Living Blueprint for Black Political Power
Explore the enduring legacy of Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr., from the Civil Rights Movement and Rainbow Coalition to his impact on modern political representation.
The Secret US Plan: Cameroon Third-Country Deportations
New reports reveal a US strategy of sending non-Cameroonian migrants to Cameroon. Learn about the legal loopholes and human rights impacts of these deals.
D.C. Health Gap Secrets: Why Neighborhoods Determine Life Expectancy
Deep dive into Washington D C health gap report runs on February 16 2026. The piece traces how.
Is Prison Labor Slavery? The Colorado Forced Labor Ruling Explained
Explore the historic Colorado ruling against forced prison labor, its impact on the 13th Amendment loophole, and what it means for human rights in the US.
Uganda Election Integrity: Is Voter Data Being Weaponized?
Discover how Uganda uses data privacy laws to suppress voter transparency, featuring the case of Dr. Sarah Bireete and the 2026 election integrity crisis.
Why Child Recruitment by Armed Groups in Haiti Tripled
Child recruitment in Haiti has tripled amid state failure and gang control. Discover the roots of this humanitarian crisis and the threat to Haiti’s future.
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