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African Americans Reflect On Barack Obama's Presidency
People inside Mattapan’s Finest barbershop prepare for a bittersweet goodbye to the commander and chief who made history 8 years ago.“Folks came out of… -
A Discomfiting Question: Was The Chicago Torture Case Racism?
The details of the story are unambiguously disturbing. Last week, a white 18-year-old man from suburban Chicago was found walking in the cold, disoriented… -
All Revved Up: Obama's Legacy
As the inauguration approaches, great minds all over the country are reflecting on the last eight years with the nation’s first black president, Barack… -
Reports of Hate Crimes In Mass. Rose In Last Two Years
Last week, the Massachusetts attorney general established a hate crime hotline in response to a flood of reports in the wake of last week’s election. But… -
Mayor Walsh Anticipates "Difficult Conversations" At Upcoming Race Talks
Mayor Marty Walsh is anticipating “difficult feelings and difficult conversations” at the kickoff of a year-long series of talks on race relations in… -
Amazon Accused Of Discrimination In Firing Of Boston-Area Drivers
Updated with a statement from Amazon at 6:15 p.m.A civil rights advocacy group has accused Amazon.com of discrimination against black and latino drivers… -
In St. Louis Presidential Debate, No Mention Of Race
At last night’s presidential debate, a member of the audience, Mr. James Carter, asked the candidates “Do you believe you can be a devoted president to… -
ACLU Report: Racial Disparity In Marijuana Arrests Grew After Decriminalization
Black people in Massachusetts were 3.3 times more likely to be arrested than white people for marijuana possession in 2014, according to an ACLU of… -
LePage Update: Maine Governor Coy About Resigning
Update, 1:05 p.m.: Maine Gov. Paul LePage has tweeted that reports of his “political demise are greatly exaggerated.”The Republican governor made the… -
Mike Pence Got His Hair Cut At A Black Barbershop, And This Happened
Mike Pence sat down in Henry Jones’ barbershop in Norristown, Pa., Tuesday, during a campaign swing — and the media came along for the ride.CNN streamed…
