Published in June 2023 by TIME Brief Overview President Biden strongly criticizes the Supreme Court’s decision to end race-based affirmative action in college admissions. He argues that diversity is essential to America’s strength and that the court’s ruling ignores the ongoing reality of discrimination in the country. He proposes a new standard that would allow…
Published in July 2023 by TIME MAGAZINE Click here to read the article Brief Overview In 2006, UCLA admitted just 96 Black freshmen, ten years after California banned affirmative action with Proposition 209. The experiences of these students, known as the “Infamous 96,” highlight the significant impact of the ban on diversity and student life…
Published in October 2023 by WhiteHouse.gov Click here to read Biden’s proclamation Brief Overview President Biden’s proclamation designates November 2023 as National Native American Heritage Month, honoring the contributions of Native peoples and committing to support Tribal sovereignty and prosperity. The proclamation acknowledges historical injustices against Native Americans and highlights the resilience and essential roles…
Published in November 2023 by CBS News Brief Overview Diwali, the Hindu festival of lights, is experiencing a surge in popularity across America, with new traditions and a new expression of South Asian culture emerging. Highlights Discover more on this topic:
Published in June 2023 by Time Magazine Click here to read the article Brief overview The Supreme Court’s recent decision to eliminate affirmative action marks a setback for racial justice, likely leading to reduced Black and Hispanic enrollment in higher education. However, it provides an opportunity to revisit more ambitious strategies for achieving full racial…
Published in November 2023 by BBC Brief overview The BBC Union documentary explores the complex and evolving nature of British identity in a modern, post-industrial world. It investigates the waning influence of traditional unifying factors like religion, war, and empire, which contributed to shaping the United Kingdom. The documentary examines the challenges of maintaining unity…
