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The BDS Movement, Explained
A group of protesters holding signs and the Palestine flag. One sign reads "Boycott, Divestment, Sanctions and make your own hummus."

The BDS Movement, Explained

The Boycott, Divestment, and Sanctions (BDS) Movement uses economic pressure to support Palestinian rights.

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Understanding Colonialism: From Settler to Neo
Black and white cartoon print from 1898. Uncle Sam is seated in restaurant looking at an enlarged bill of fare on the wall. It contains "Cuba steak," "Porto [i.e. Puerto] Rico pig," and "Philippine floating islands." The waiter is depicted as former President McKinley. Caption reads: "Well I hardly know which to take first."

Understanding Colonialism: From Settler to Neo

Colonialism is often seen through a historical lens despite dispossession and exploitation being a present reality for many current and formerly colonized people.

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What is Genocide?
A column of smoke billows in the middle of the city from the Israeli bombing of the Gaza Strip.

What is Genocide?

Our understanding of genocide is so narrow that when one meets the criteria, it is rarely seen or accepted.

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People Are Not Charity, or the Failings of the White Savior
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People Are Not Charity, or the Failings of the White Savior

The white savior complex positions white people as rescuers and protectors, reducing people of color as incompetent and charity cases.

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Disability Justice, Explainer
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Disability Justice, Explainer

The disability justice framework allows us to properly address and dismantle oppressive systems to create an inclusive, equitable society.

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Drag 101: What is Drag?
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Drag 101: What is Drag?

Hysteria about drag performers “grooming” children is part of a coordinated campaign to eliminate LGBTQ+ people in public life.

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What is Gender-Affirming Care?
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What is Gender-Affirming Care?

Dozens of anti-trans laws have been passed recently, with many banning gender-affirming care for youth.

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What is “RWDS”: The Symbols and Strategy of Neo-Nazism 
Alt-right members preparing to enter Emancipation Park holding Nazi, Confederate Battle, Gadsden "Don't Tread on Me," League of the South, and Thor's Hammer flags.

What is “RWDS”: The Symbols and Strategy of Neo-Nazism 

Neo-Nazism has a long history in the United States, but there is an equally long history of counter-organizing and community defense. 

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The Four Levels of Racism
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The Four Levels of Racism

Our biases on gender, class, sexual orientation, disability, religion, and other parts of our identity also influence our perception of race.

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Recessions, Explained
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Recessions, Explained

Despite compounding economic troubles, there’s debate as to whether or not the United States is in an economic recession. So what is a recession? Today, we’re looking into what they are, why they occur, and what we can do about them.

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