Nation Jan 23 The steps an Ohio county took to reduce infant mortality rates By Paul Solman, Ryan Connelly Holmes
Arts Aug 23 Watch 8:27 Wampanoag descendants revive history of Native culture on Martha’s Vineyard Martha's Vineyard, with its beautiful shoreline and farm land, has long been a summer destination, but most visitors know little about the history of the Wampanoag people. A group on the island is reviving that history by educating children and… By Charlayne Hunter-Gault, Anne Azzi Davenport
Politics Jul 01 Watch 6:39 Reasons for hope amid America’s racial unrest As the United States grapples with the novel coronavirus, nationwide protests sparked by the killing of George Floyd insist the country must confront a second epidemic: Racism. Despite a longstanding belief that we are a nation divided, some say there…
Nation Jun 05 What to read, listen to and watch to learn about institutional racism The myriad consequences of institutional racism is a matter of national conversation and reflection. This list is just a starting point. By Bella Isaacs-Thomas
Nation Jun 03 Watch 8:40 The critical role white parents play in shaping racism — and eradicating it Structural racism is now sharing the American cultural spotlight with COVID-19. While solutions to racial disparities in police treatment, health care and education will likely require policy changes, some experts say decisions at the family and individual levels matter just… By Charlayne Hunter-Gault, Jason Kane
Jun 01 Watch 8:21 A sheriff and a former mayor on hearing protesters while maintaining peace Peaceful protests around the U.S. continue Monday night, but there will likely also be charged confrontations and more looting and destruction. How can law enforcement defuse these fraught situations and minimize violence while acknowledging protesters’ voices? Judy Woodruff talks to… Continue watching
May 29 Watch 8:43 How response to George Floyd’s death reflects ‘accumulated grievance’ of Black America In the days since the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis police custody, there have been peaceful protests, violent clashes and persistent calls for justice. But there is a long history behind this particular shocking event. Professor Eddie S. Glaude… Continue watching
Apr 01 Watch 6:36 Asian Americans report rise in racist attacks amid pandemic As coronavirus has spread across the U.S., so have reports of violence against people of Asian descent, and the FBI warns a surge in hate crimes could be yet to come. These fears have led to the creation of a… Continue watching
Dec 13 University response to student’s white supremacist presentation draws criticism By Greta Anderson, Inside Higher Ed A Georgia Southern University freshman promoted white supremacist ideology in a class presentation. The university says the presentation falls within his free speech rights. Students of color say they want the school to do more. Continue reading
Nov 19 Watch 9:26 How these Oregon teachers are fighting back against white nationalism By Charlayne Hunter-Gault, Jason Kane The FBI reports that hate crime violence in the U.S. is at a 16-year high. The U.S. Commission on Civil Rights, meanwhile, says the highest percentage of hate incidents since the 2016 election occurred in elementary and secondary schools. Special… Continue watching