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Haiti at the Center of Our Moral Concern - Dr. Maulana Karenga

Again, Haiti at the Center Our Moral Concern: Supporting and Seeking Justice for the Haitian People

Nu OriginsSeptember 28, 2026

Dr. Maulana Karenga calls on African Americans to maintain a pan-African commitment to the Haitian people, supporting TPS extension through Senate Bill 4814, and deepening solidarity in the struggle for Haitian justice and self-determination.... Read More...

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Overcoming the horrors of Liverpool’s 1970s and 80s care system

David MylesJanuary 18, 2026

While one can’t legally purchase alcohol or gain a commercial driver’s license (CDL) until 21 years of age in the U.S, turning 18 marks a significant landmark t... Read More...

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Suspending Diane Abbott only proves her point

David MylesJuly 19, 2025

The irony is that the British Labour Party's latest suspension of Diane Abbott, the first Black woman to be elected to Parliament in the UK in 1987, reinforces ... Read More...

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Trump has Declared War on Black America

Nu OriginsMarch 20, 2025

In recent months, the U.S. government has enacted a series of policies and executive orders that disproportionately and adversely affect Black Americans. These... Read More...

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Beyond the Status Quo: Rethinking Biases in International Aid Structures

Nu OriginsNovember 17, 2023

In the complicated world of global aid and development, there are persistent differences in how help and resources are given. These differences are shape... Read More...

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Deadly Commodity: Children in the Cobalt Mines in Congo

Vincent AmorosoOctober 30, 2023

Dark clouds gather and skim the upper shelf of Congo’s vast, dense rainforests. Thunder rumbles in the distance mixed with intermittent flashes of lightning. Su... Read More...

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America and Israel’s Unfolding Genocide in Palestine: Complicity, Human Costs, King, Malcolm and Moral Considerations by Dr. Maulana Karenga

Nu OriginsOctober 30, 2023

The unfolding genocidal campaign by Israel against Palestine and the Palestinian people is clear to everyone. The Palestinian People and their representati... Read More...

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The Ongoing Israeli-Palestinian Conflict: Revisiting the Moral Imperative

Nu OriginsOctober 27, 2023

IN THE CURRENT CONTEXT THERE IS OVERwhelming support for Israel and its declaration of total war on Gaza, Palestine And its vow to destroy the Islamic Resist... Read More...

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Mother of Kawaski Trawick, Community Groups and Elected Officials Demand Firing of Officers Who Killed Her Son

Nu OriginsOctober 12, 2023

New York, New York - Today, Ellen Trawick, mother of Kawaski Trawick, was joined by elected officials, community groups, and advocates from across the city to ... Read More...

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From Jackson State Millions to Colorado Billions: The Deion Effect and Beyond: Lasting Change for HBCU Sustainability

Nu OriginsOctober 5, 2023

Historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs) are institutions of higher education that were established before 1964 with the intention of primarily serv... Read More...

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“Crowning Glory: The Impact of the Crown Act on Hair Discrimination”

Nu OriginsSeptember 25, 2023

"The Symbolism and Significance of Referring to Hair as the 'Crown" Symbol of Royalty and Authority: Throughout history, rulers, monarchs, and other figure... Read More...

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Ride of Prejudice: Unmasking Racist Uber Incidents

Nu OriginsSeptember 15, 2023

Ride-sharing platforms like Uber have revolutionized transportation, making it more convenient and accessible for people worldwide. However, these platforms... Read More...

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Affirmative Action Not So Firm

Nu OriginsAugust 28, 2023

History The intent of Affirmative action is to be a policy that would increase the representation of historically disadvantaged groups in education, empl... Read More...

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Can 1 Drop of African Blood Nullify all Ethncities

Nu OriginsAugust 14, 2023

Can 1 drop of black blood cancel out all others? The one-drop rule is a legal principle of racial classification that had been used to declassify and deny al... Read More...

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