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Does the Rejection of Diversity Mean a Return to ‘Separate but Equal’?

D. Kevin McNeir - Apr 11, 2025

Advocates of diversity initiatives warn we could see a return to “separate but equal” laws unless those who believe in the benefits of diversity become more vocal.

Immigration

The Loneliness of Immigrant Elders

Peter White - Feb 6, 2023

The recent mass shootings in California put a tragic spotlight on the isolation and invisibility of many immigrant elders in the state.

News Exchange

Tyre Nichols Almost Made it Home

Peter White - Feb 6, 2023

The killing of Tyre Nichols at the hands of Memphis police has sparked increased demands for police reform nationwide.

Health

Millions to Lose Coverage During the ‘Unwinding’

Peter White - Jan 30, 2023

Starting in April millions of families could see their health coverage disappear as the government unwinds pandemic-era policies.

Mixed Race

In California, A Long and Pivotal History of Interracial Marriage

Julia Tong - Jan 26, 2023

While racial hate continues to rise, the epic story in California--where interracial marriages surpass national figures--is one of love across color lines.

Mixed Race

Multiculturalism Means More Not Less

ACoM - Jan 10, 2023

San Fernando Valley Sun | The story of Regina, who identifies as biracial – Black and Latina and Tyrone, a Filipino American.

Politics

Shirley Weber Is Sworn In as California’s First Elected Black Secretary of State

ACoM - Jan 10, 2023

Dr. Shirley Weber became the first-elected Black Secretary of State (SOS) of California after she was sworn in Jan. 9.

Back to the Future with Covid-19

Peter White - Jan 9, 2023

New research shows people who became infected and also got vaccinated have a 40% reduction in their infectiousness.

Spotlight on Ethnic Media

Returning Citizens Rally for Affordable Housing and Jobs

ACoM - Dec 21, 2022

Less than two weeks after his prison release through the Second Look Amendment Act, Jamal Childs experienced the perils of life on the outside.

International Affairs

A Missed Opportunity — U.S. Set Agenda of Africa Summit, Not Africans

Peter Schurmann - Dec 21, 2022

The agenda for the recent U.S.-Africa Summit reflects the continuing view in the West of Africa as a charity case rather than a key player on the global stage.