Intended to address heightened anti-Asian xenophobia and violence. President Biden announced on Tuesday his intent to create the President’s Advisory Commission on Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific…
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Treasury Department Names Racial Equity Counselor
New program will look at banking and other financial services industries. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen announced the hiring of a former JPMorgan Chase executive to head a new government program…
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National Cathedral to Get New Windows
Windows that memorialize Confederate leaders are gone. The National Cathedral in Washington, D.C. announced it has commissioned renowned black artist Kerry James Marshall to create “racial-justice themed windows”…
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Senator Hawley Introduces Love America Act
“No more critical race theory,” he stated on social media. On Monday, Senator Josh Hawley of Missouri introduced the Love America Act, which seeks to promote patriotism in…
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President Speaks on 100 year Anniversary of Tulsa Massacre
“Only with truth can come healing,” he says. On Tuesday, President Biden marked the 100th anniversary of a dark moment of American history: the Tulsa Race Massacre. The…
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Senator Seeks Policy Information from Federal Reserve
Letters sent from PA senator concerning race initiatives. Senator Pat Toomey of Pennsylvania, the ranking member of the Senate Banking Committee, sent letters to regional Federal Reserve leaders…
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Pentagon Releases Plans for Increased Diversity
Memo signed by Acting Defense Secretary Christopher Miller A memo entitled “Actions to Improve Racial and Ethnic Diversity and Inclusion in the U.S. Military” was signed and released…
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Education Secretary Launches Investigation of Princeton
Discrimination inquiry made after university acknowledged racism on campus. Princeton joined a number of organizations, in the wake of continuing racial protests around the country, that publicly acknowledge…
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President Trump Tours Kenosha, Wisconsin
Expressed appreciation for the people and for law enforcement. President Trump arrived in Kenosha, Wisconsin on Tuesday to address racial tensions regarding law enforcement. The president primarily focused…
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Senator Scott Receives Threats
Racial slurs and other threats received, he revealed. Senator Tim Scott of South Carolina revealed to colleagues at a luncheon this week that he has been receiving death…
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