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Human Rights
For Domestic Violence Survivors, Courts Can Be Another Abuse
These prolonged legal battles can turn into an abuse of their own.
The Racist Origin of the Second Amendment and the Rise of Black Gun Ownership
Many people of color are faced with uneasy support for a civil right that began as a way to oppress them.
A Call to Attention Liberation: To Build Abundant Justice, Let’s Focus on What Matters
Let's focus on practicing our values within our work.
Utah Seniors Form Co-op to Keep Housing Affordable
Faced with displacement by corporate investors, residents of a manufactured home community fight back and win.
New “Opportunity Zone” Program Risks Gentrifying Distressed Communities
The program could end up serving as a tax subsidy for gentrification.
Crowded Shelters and the Vicious Flu Brew Perfect Storm for the Homeless
For the homeless, catching the flu can be a matter of life or death.
Talking Sense About Immigration: Rejecting the “Good Guy” vs. “Bad Guy” Narrative
It's time to challenge the notion that immigrants in particular can be divided into deserving good guys and undeserving bad guys.
The Bill That Would Legalize Discrimination Against My Daughter
The ADA has helped a generation of people with disabilities.
At New Health Office, Civil Rights Mean Doctors Can Say No to Patients
The Trump administration is embarking on a sweeping effort to redefine civil rights in health care.
The Stunning New Cruelty of Immigration Enforcement
We should all agree not to torment small children.