The Case of the Black and Blue Bruise: Shakespearean Drama in San Francisco

New America Media, News Analysis, Rasa Gustaitis, Posted: May 28, 2012

An ethics hearing Tuesday is the latest in the unfolding drama surrounding San Francisco Sheriff Ross Mirkarimi.


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Reports of Violence Against Afghan Women are Sign of Change

New America Media, News Analysis, Fariba Nawa, Posted: May 16, 2012

Reports of violence against Afghan women, although horrifying, are an indication that women there are finding their political voice.


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San Francisco Mayor Signs Civil Rights Ordinance

New America Media, News Report, Elliot Owen, Posted: May 10, 2012

Civil rights advocates are celebrating new legislation signed into law by San Francisco Mayor Ed Lee.


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Al Jazeera English Forced Out of China

Al Jazeera English, News Report, Posted: May 08, 2012

Al Jazeera English has closed its bureau in Beijing after the Chinese authorities refused to renew its correspondent's press credentials and visa, or allow a replacement journalist.


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Scholars Say “Unconscious Bias” Leads to Discrimination

America's Wire, News Report, Kimberly N. Alleyne, Posted: May 03, 2012

Leading social justice scholars believe that “unconscious bias” is what leads to negative racial stereotyping that can unknowingly prompt discriminatory actions and attitudes towards people of color.


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