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Allison Wiltz

New Orleans
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Why Racism on The Left and Center Needs to Be Called Out

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By Allison Wiltz
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When it comes to America, racism is so pervasive that you can lift any stone and find it. A prime example is political discourse, which is often so reactionary that it exposes prejudicial attitudes and beliefs people would otherwise keep under lock and key. Take, for instance, President Trump, who shared a video depicting Barack and Michelle Obama, the former president and first lady, as great apes.
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How Louisiana Uses Slavery Loophole to Punish Homeless People

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In America, many people live under bridges and underpasses, without a home to keep themselves cool in the summer or warm in the winter. Sadly, rather than embracing policies that uplift those experiencing extreme poverty, some blame them for their circumstances. And this apathy, like water poured on stone steps, has trickled down into the laws and policies that govern our society. Consider, for instance, that following Grants Pass v.
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Blackouts in Black Communities is the Latest Example of Racist Neglect

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As sure as the sun rises in the east and sets in the west, some will deny that the government response to blackouts after storms in Gary, Indiana, and Memphis, Tennessee, has anything to do with race. Despite these denials, evidence points to a pattern of discrimination. In the aftermath of natural disasters like tropical storms and hurricanes, black communities are more often impacted by downed power lines, outdated electrical grids, delayed maintenance, and faulty energy systems.
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