Politics Aug 03 As Trump questions Harris’ identity, a look at the history of race in American politics By Laura Barrón-López, Harry Zahn, Andrew Corkery
Nation Apr 11 Watch 9:22 How O.J. Simpson’s murder trial exposed a stark racial fissure in America O.J. Simpson, whose murder trial captivated international attention for months, died Wednesday of cancer. His case dominated headlines during the 90s and was a prime example of people's fascination with celebrities and crime. But the trial also exposed another stark… By William Brangham, Courtney Norris, Alexa Gold
Arts May 04 Watch 3:42 Roxane Gay’s Brief But Spectacular take on effective ways of being heard Roxane Gay has used writing as a means to untangle and communicate her own trauma since childhood. Now a successful author, professor and mentor to many, she advises young women and aspiring writers on how to harness their voices. Gay… By Melissa Williams
Nation Dec 09 Watch 7:28 ‘Woke Racism’ tackles anti-racism, performative action and its effect on Black Americans Jeffrey Brown visits Columbia University to talk to professor and author John McWhorter, whose new book, "Woke Racism: How a New Religion Has Betrayed Black America," pushes back on ideas that have gained popularity in recent years amid the ongoing… By Jeffrey Brown, Alison Thoet
Nation Nov 24 Analysis: What the Arbery verdict reveals about race and justice in America “We know for a fact that this was about race. We know for a fact that the reason that the men chased after Mr. Arbery was because of his race."… By Kenichi Serino, Yasmeen Alamiri
Jun 29 Watch 9:00 For Black women in government, highlighting threats and abuse can make it worse By Amna Nawaz, Candice Norwood, Matt Loffman 2021 has seen Black women reach new heights in the halls of U.S. Government — from Kamala Harris as vice president, to a record-setting number of Black women in Congress and in mayor's offices. While many celebrate the increase in… Continue watching
May 25 Anti-racist reading drove business to Black bookstores. Owners hope that’s not the end of the story By Courtney Vinopal It’s been nearly a year since Black-owned bookstores were inundated with requests for anti-racist literature. While owners appreciate the attention it brought to their businesses, they say more is needed to sustain their bottom line long-term. Continue reading
Apr 14 Watch 10:37 The common ground between law enforcement and activists’ call to ‘defund the police’ By Charlayne Hunter-Gault, Leah Nagy As the nation watches the trial of Derek Chauvin, we return to the debate that George Floyd's death ignited. Special correspondent Charlayne Hunter-Gault spoke with current and former law enforcement officers about "defunding the police," and what reforms they believe… Continue watching
Mar 17 Watch 6:31 In ‘Grief and Grievance,’ Black artists explore aspects of loss in contemporary life By Jeffrey Brown, Lena I. Jackson Even amid the pandemic, some art exhibitions are opening to the public. "Grief and Grievance" at New York's "New Museum," a timely examination of race and racism, is one of them. Black artists explore the aspects of loss in the… Continue watching
Jan 16 Watch 5:43 Symbols of hate, and their racial implications, at the Capitol Hill riot By Ivette Feliciano, Connie Kargbo Last week's riot on Capitol Hill was filled with hate symbols: nooses, confederate flags, violent graffiti symbols. Ivette Feliciano spoke with civil rights lawyer and founder of the Equal Justice Initiative, Bryan Stevenson, about the racial implications of the riot,… Continue watching