Louis Freedberg

From Anti-Apartheid to Anti-Immigrant, Nativist Wave Sweeps South Africa

In South Africa, Nelson Mandela's vision is far from being realized as foreign migrants face widespread abuse, violence and even fatal attacks.

Education’s Disappearing Act in California’s Governor’s Race

Despite consuming by far the largest share of California's general fund, education has been virtually absent as an issue in the gubernatorial primary ahead of the June 2 vote.

An American Tragedy

Even though they have one of the most important jobs in America, many teachers face a crisis of affordability, even with gains at the bargaining table.

K-12 Schools Face Looming Threat of Federal Fund Cutoff  

The Trump Administration is threatening cuts to federal funding for public schools that do not comply with demands to end diversity, equity and inclusion programs.

The Elusive Hopes of South Africa’s ‘Born Free’ Generation

Thirty years after Nelson Mandela ended South Africa's apartheid rule, youth confront profound disillusionment over the nation's course.

Recordando a Fred Ross Jr., organizador de toda la vida y defensor de la justicia social

Fred Ross Jr. trabajó para mejorar las condiciones de los trabajadores agrícolas, atacar las causas de la emigración desde Centroamérica y acelerar el proceso de naturalización.

Remembering Fred Ross Jr., Lifelong Organizer and Social Justice Champion

Fred Ross Jr. worked to improve conditions for farmworkers, attack causes of migration from Central America, and speed up the naturalization process.

USCIS Extends TPS Work Permit Deadlines Again for Seven Countries

While all immigrants affected will eventually lose TPS-based employment authorization, deadlines to lay off TPS workers have shifted.

Climate Change – The Issue That Dropped Off the Political Radar

July 17 | Climate scientists and frontline communities examine intensifying extreme weather, climate misinformation, weakened commitments, El Niño risks, resilience strategies, and practical solutions for drought, floods, sea-level rise, and future adaptation efforts.

Could Climate Change Be a Contributor to an Extended Cyclospora Outbreak?

The cyclospora virus, which is on the rise in the US, causes severe diarrhea in humans, lasting several weeks or longer.

Report Highlights Sharp Rise in Denaturalization Lawsuits

The author's warn the government could broaden the legal grounds for denaturalization to include less serious violations or even noncriminal conduct.