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New Yorkers Call for Indigenous Peoples’ Day and Removal of Columbus Statue
In New York City, protesters rallied at a 115-year-old statue of Christopher Columbus near Central Park.
“Human Flow”: World-Renowned Artist and Activist Ai Weiwei on His Epic New Documentary on Refugees
There are now more refugees worldwide than at any time since World War II.
In Discussing the “Middle Class,” Don’t Forget the Racial Wealth Divide
CounterSpin interview with Dedrick Asante-Muhammad on racial wealth gap.
Report From Puerto Rico: Death Toll Higher Than Reported Amid Water Shortage and Health Crisis
Data journalist, Laura Moscoso discusses the crisis in Puerto Rico.
Finland’s First Female President on Women’s Rights, Health Care and Rise of Far Right in Europe
Former president of Finland on the rise of the far right.
Profits vs. Puerto Rican Lives: Trump Administration Blocks Aid From Reaching Devastated Island
Juan Gonzalez and former New York State Assemblyman Nelson Denis discuss Puerto Rico.
To Heal Traumatized Communities, Fight Oppression
In this political climate marginalized people are exposed to even more traumatic events.
The Arrival: Trump’s Refugee Ban
The story of a woman who was in flight to the US when President Trump signed his first travel ban.
The Human Impact of Trump’s Travel and Refugee Ban
The story of a woman who was in flight to the US when President Trump signed his first travel ban.
Dr. Harry Edwards on the Injustice of Brain Injuries as NFL Rosters Become Predominantly Black
Dr. Harry Edwards says a consequence of CTE is the lack of alternative job opportunities for black players.