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May It Displease the Court: Affirmative Action, Race, and Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor
A book on Justice Sonia Sotomayor reveals the bruising backstory to the Texas affirmative action case set to be heard again this fall.
Sure, Whites Are Privileged—but Not Me Personally!
A new psychology study shows how white people deny the reality of their inherent advantages.
Why Studying and Working Hard Isn’t Enough for Black Americans
Data about bias may tell us more than we thought about inequality, violence, and the need to embrace humanity, writes Vishnu Sridharan, co-author of "Umbrellas Don’t Make It Rain," a recent report on race and economic achievement.
Research Shows Why Misty Copeland Is So Important
Children fare better when they see adults of their race and gender succeed in the world.
Your Age, Race, and Political Affiliation Can Predict What You Think About Science
Many aspects of Americans' lives work together to influence their opinions on issues such as global warming, animal testing, and sending people to space.
Most White Americans Don’t Support Black Protestors
A new survey measures Americans’ views on patriotism, protests, and American exceptionalism.
An Honest, Stream-of-Consciousness Conversation About Race
Professor Gerald Horne talks about America's history of racism, and why the South Carolina shooting can't be considered an isolated incident.
Lighten Up: Race, Gender, and Skin Color in Comic Books
Are white characters featured in more dynamic ways in comic books than non-white characters?