race in America

An illustration of students discussing critical race theory.

Critical Race Theory Faces Attack in the Nation’s Classrooms

Recent efforts to ban discussion of systemic racism from American curricula represent a dangerous blunder with the potential to upset equitable social progress.…

June 18, 2021

Hype-Worthy Summer Novel ‘The Vanishing Half’ Is a Poignant Examination of Colorism

Emilia Chavez, Rice University

In her new book, Brit Bennett dissects extremely relevant issues with memorable characters and excellent storytelling.…

August 13, 2020

Juice Wrld in an article about black mental health

We Need To Talk About Black Mental Health

Alyssa Alexander, SUNY Buffalo State

While many communities are celebrating mental health awareness, it still faces a large stigma in the black community thanks to centuries of racism.…

March 8, 2020

4 Books That Will Help You Understand Race in Modern America

Brittany Sodic, University of North Texas

Racial tensions in America are at their highest, but reading stories of marginalized people is one step toward education and rehabilitation of a nation.…

September 17, 2017

Is Black Lives Matter vs. All Lives Matter the Only Choice?

Tim Philbin, College of the Holy Cross

With the shooting of white policemen in Dallas, the divisive potential of the BLM movement was put on display. Here’s why race antagonism is not the solution.…

July 13, 2016

For a Nation in Denial, Videotaped Racism Is Bitter Medicine

Daniel Enjamio, Santa Fe College

As Patrick Claybon puts it, the only thing that has changed is that there are more cameras.…