All articles tagged with #black lives matter
Originally Published 2 months ago — by NPR
A statue of Confederate general Albert Pike, which was toppled and damaged during the 2020 Black Lives Matter protests, has been renovated and reinstalled in Washington, D.C., despite ongoing controversy and opposition from local officials.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by CBS News
The FBI dismissed over a dozen agents who kneeled during the 2020 Black Lives Matter protests, citing lack of judgment, amid broader personnel changes and controversy involving FBI leadership under Kash Patel, who is accused of violating legal procedures and undermining morale within the agency.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by NPR
Assata Shakur, a Black liberation activist and member of the Black Panther Party who escaped from U.S. prison in 1979 and was granted asylum in Cuba, has died at age 78 in Havana due to health issues. Her death marks the end of a controversial figure whose case symbolized U.S.-Cuba tensions and who remains a symbol for some in the Black Lives Matter movement.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Politico
Assata Shakur, a Black militant and fugitive sought by the US since 1979, died in Cuba where she was granted asylum after escaping prison in 1979. She was involved in a 1973 gunfight that resulted in a police officer’s death, was convicted of multiple crimes, and later became a symbol for revolutionary movements, including Black Lives Matter. Her supporters view her as unjustly persecuted, while her critics see her as a terrorist.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Business Insider
During a Venice Film Festival interview, Ayo Edebiri was excluded from a question about social movements but responded thoughtfully when given the floor, earning praise for her poise amid controversy over the interviewer's handling of the question and subsequent online backlash against her.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by The Hollywood Reporter
Ayo Edebiri responded to a question about the ongoing relevance of the #MeToo and Black Lives Matter movements during a viral interview, emphasizing that the work is still active despite less mainstream coverage, and her comments sparked support and defense from the interviewer, Federica Polidoro.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Variety
Ayo Edebiri was praised for her handling of an interview at the Venice Film Festival where she emphasized that the #MeToo and Black Lives Matter movements are still active, despite questions suggesting they are over, highlighting ongoing activism and societal change.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by The New York Times
Wesley Morris discusses Beyoncé's politically charged Cowboy Carter Tour, highlighting its universal appeal and the subtle yet powerful political messages, with insights from critic Salamishah Tillet.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by The Guardian
The Trump administration's National Park Service plans to restore and reinstall a Confederate general statue of Albert Pike in Washington DC, despite ongoing controversy and protests calling for its removal, reflecting broader debates over Confederate monuments and historical memory.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by NPR
The National Park Service plans to restore and reinstall the statue of Confederate general Albert Pike in Washington D.C., despite ongoing controversy and calls for its permanent removal, following its toppling during Black Lives Matter protests in June 2020.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by BBC
The US Justice Department is requesting a one-day prison sentence for former Kentucky police officer Brett Hankison, convicted of civil rights violations related to the deadly raid on Breonna Taylor's home, a move criticized by her family as an insult to her memory and a sign of impunity for police misconduct.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by AL.com
The family of Jabari Peoples, an 18-year-old shot and killed by Homewood police, is demanding the release of body camera footage and answers about the incident, which they and activists believe was unjustified. Protests and legal actions are ongoing to seek transparency and accountability from authorities.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by Rolling Stone
J.D. Vance claimed that Black Lives Matter supporters should celebrate Donald Trump for allegedly doing more to save Black lives, despite Trump's past criticisms of the movement. The context involved a peace agreement between Congo and Rwanda, which the U.S. facilitated, and Vance's controversial statements linked to broader political and foreign policy issues. The article also discusses Trump's impact on Africa through aid cuts and Vance's previous conspiracy theories about Black Lives Matter funding.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Telegraph
The Democratic Party is facing backlash for its association with Black Lives Matter and progressive criminal justice policies, which are seen as contributing to their recent electoral losses. The acquittal of Daniel Penny, a white Marine veteran charged in the death of Jordan Neely, a black man, highlights public discontent with perceived double standards in justice. This discontent is reflected in the replacement of several progressive prosecutors with those favoring tougher crime policies, signaling a shift even within traditionally Democratic constituencies.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NBC News
Legal experts believe that Travis County District Attorney José Garza's attempt to overturn Governor Greg Abbott's pardon of Daniel Perry, who was convicted of murdering a Black Lives Matter protester, is unlikely to succeed. The unprecedented legal move faces significant challenges, including a court composed entirely of Republican judges. While some experts commend Garza's innovative approach, they question the legal grounds for challenging the governor's well-established authority to grant pardons.