Ready to do the real work of anti-racism? ShaRhonda Knott-Dawson introduces “Racial CrossFit”—a no-nonsense, soul-stretching cultural workout for white people. Prepare for discomfort, reflection, and growth.
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We Are the System Now—And We Don’t Need Permission
School choice was supposed to liberate the underserved. Instead, it’s become a subsidy for the privileged. It’s time to reclaim education—our way.
Read MoreHow the ‘One Big Beautiful Bill Act’ Betrays Black America
H.R. 1 puts Black families, children, and elders at risk by slashing Medicaid and CHIP. This isn’t budget reform—it’s a moral betrayal of the vulnerable.
Read MoreIndependence Day Is Still Unfinished Business for Black Students
For Black students and educators, Independence Day exposes America’s broken promises. This July 4th, let’s reclaim the holiday as a call to action for educational justice, equity, and truth.
Read MoreIndependence Has Always Been a Day Late and a Dollar Short for Black People, But Schools Can Change That
Sharif El-Mekki unpacks the legacy of slavery, the illusion of July 4th freedom, and the responsibility of schools to tell the whole truth.
Read MoreJuneteenth Serves As a Reminder That Anti-Blackness Is Still Alive in Our Schools
Juneteenth is a day of unapologetic Black joy — a celebration of Black resistance, Black excellence, and Black liberation. But how free are we?
Read MoreICE Raids in Schools Yet Another Trauma for Kids Who’ve Already Had Too Many
What happens when classrooms become targets? The Trump administration’s policy shift turns schools into immigration enforcement zones — and children are paying the price.
Read MoreSchools Should Not Be Battlegrounds for Immigration Enforcement
As federal immigration ICE raids target communities during graduation week, LA schools are forced to choose between celebration and safety.
Read MoreThis World Should Break Your Heart
We are watching injustice in real time—and becoming numb to it. If your heart isn’t broken, you’re not paying attention. Here’s why that should terrify us all.
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