When it comes to critical race theory, strong opinions abound. Proponents declare that it’s “the only way we hold the devil at bay,” while the conservative Heritage Foundation insists that its embrace would “destroy our military.” Recently, the amorphous concept has stirred growing debate not just in the world of education policy but also in the national conversation […]
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The Wrong Way to Build Black Wealth
Maxine Waters has a well-intentioned but bad idea for promoting homeownership and wealth for Black Americans. There are better ways.
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Chauvin’s Murder of Floyd Was a Crime Against Humanity
It’s important to understand the slaying in the context of institutional racism and racial segregation.
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Justice for George Floyd Doesn’t Stop Here
Derek Chauvin’s conviction is a step toward progress, but the real work of reforming American policing has only just begun.
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Is America Strong Enough to Confront Its Racist Past?
Trump’s promotion of patriotic education is based on the idea that we’re too weak to admit our shortcomings.
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A Lesson From the Pandemic on How Our Culture Infects Politics
These are some of the mistakes that keep us from addressing the major challenges we face today.
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Riots Will Not Solve America’s Racism Problem
Protests are an important way to initiate change—but not at the expense of creating more victims of injustice.
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What White America Still Doesn’t Understand About Racism
A new survey finds a yawning gap between black and white perceptions about slavery’s lasting impacts.
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How One White Mayor Wants to Heal America’s Racial Divide
Inside former New Orleans Mayor Mitch Landrieu’s new non-profit aimed at addressing the roots of inequality.
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Is Antiracism the Answer to Racism?
A compelling author makes an unconvincing case.
