How does history help us understand the murder of George Floyd?
By Jennifer Frost Systemic white violence against black Americans is alive and well, and it’s white violence that sustains white supremacy. Current scenes from the United States are both familiar and shocking. George Floyd’s life being brutally snuffed out by...
What is the historical context behind the George Floyd protests? 🔊
Following the death of George Floyd in police custody, calls are growing for people to do the work to truly understand the history of how the United States got to this point. Lillian Hanly spoke with American history associate professor Jennifer Frost about the...
How can we explain the current wave of anti-immigrant sentiment?
By James Nicol James Nicol explores the rise of anti-immigrant sentiment in western countries. Whatever our feelings on the matter, we cannot escape the fact that the question of immigration has become the defining political issue of our time. International migration...
How does fear feed online bigotry and real-world violence?
By Adam G. Klein Fear, more than hate, feeds online bigotry and real-world violence, according to Adam G. Klein. When a U.S. senator asked Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg, “Can you define hate speech?” it was arguably the most important question that social networks...
Are today’s white kids less racist than their grandparents?
By Margaret Hagerman Are today’s white kids less racist than their grandparents? Margaret Hagerman explores. In America’s children, we often see hope for a better future, especially when it comes to reducing racism. Each new generation of white people, the thinking...
Colin Kaepernick & Nike: Activism, or marketing strategy?
By Claudia Russell Was Nike’s advertising campaign featuring exiled football player Colin Kaepernick a statement of political principle or a cynical marketing ploy? Claudia Russell investigates. Earlier this month, the sportswear brand Nike caused an uproar with...
What drove the Charlottesville protests? 🔊
What drove the white supremacist rally in Charlottesville? Maria Armoudian talks to Siva Vaidhyanathan, a professor of media studies at the University of Virginia, where part of the protest took place. Vaidhyanathan and his colleagues were aware of the impending...Subscribe by Email
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