human rights abuses
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Inside the Fight to Close The Infamous ‘Slavery Loophole’
Democrats in Congress introduced the ‘Abolition Amendment,’ but what does it actually do?
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Are Reparations A Possibility? We Asked The Experts
The Root spoke to experts about the state of Reparations in the United States, and where we need to go.
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Minnesota City Creates Committee to Give Reparations to Descendants of Enslaved Africans
The St. Paul City Council voted to create the St, Paul Recovery Act Community Reparations Commission.
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The Boston City Council Is Looking into Reparations for Black Bostonians
Although a check would have been better, the Boston City Council has officially voted to study reparation distribution for the Black community in Boston
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Emancipation Producer Apologizes After Bringing Photo of ‘Whipped Peter’ to Movie Premiere
Starring Will Smith, the film is inspired by Peter’s real-life journey from slavery into freedom and is set to premiere on AppleTV+ on Dec. 9.
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Will Smith’s ‘Emancipation,’ His First Major Film Since Oscar Slap, Receives Surprising Reception
The first screenings for the forthcoming feature were held over the weekend in Washington D.C.
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Rhode Island Mayor Seeking $10 Million In Reparations For Black And Indigenous Communities
The money will go to those facing eviction and displaced by urban renewal.
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Jayland Walker Family and Legal Team Address Protests and Police Clash
They called for the city to allow protestors to gather and cease the violence against demonstrators by police.
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House Passes Domestic Terrorism Bill After Buffalo Shooting
The bill passed on Wednesday among parties lines with only one Republican representative voting yes.
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NY Watchdog Determines 145 Officers Should Be Disciplined For BLM Protests Conduct
The Civilian Complaint Review Board found evidence to support 267 accusations of misconduct against the officers.