Colonialism’s Legacy Has Left Caribbean Nations Much More Vulnerable to Hurricanes

Colonialism’s Legacy Has Left Caribbean Nations Much More Vulnerable to Hurricanes

By THECONVERSATION  Long before colonialism brought slavery to the Caribbean, the native islanders saw hurricanes and storms as part of the normal cycle of life. The Taino of the Greater Antilles and the Kalinago, or Caribs, of the Lesser Antilles developed systems that enabled them to live with storms and limit their exposure to damage. On the larger islands, […]

Many Wealthy Members of Congress are Descendants of Rich Slaveholders − New study Demonstrates the Enduring Legacy of Slavery

Many Wealthy Members of Congress are Descendants of Rich Slaveholders − New study Demonstrates the Enduring Legacy of Slavery

By THECONVERSATION| Editorial Credit: Mark Reinstein/ shutterstock.com The legacy of slavery in America remains a divisive issue, with sharp political divides. Some argue that slavery still contributes to modern economic inequalities. Others believe its effects have largely faded. One way to measure the legacy of slavery is to determine whether the disproportionate riches of slaveholders have been passed down to their […]

Why the Margin of Error Matters more than Ever in Reading 2024 Election Polls – a Pollster with 30 years of Experience Explains

Why the Margin of Error Matters more than Ever in Reading 2024 Election Polls – a Pollster with 30 years of Experience Explains

By THECONVERSATION | Editorial Credit: QubixStudio/ shutterstock.com  In just about any discussion of a poll about the very close presidential race between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump, you’ll hear the phrase “within the poll’s margin of error.” Those words signal that it is a tight race with no clear leader, even if […]

New Polling Shows Strong Support for Harris among Younger Voters of Color

New Polling Shows Strong Support for Harris among Younger Voters of Color

By: Peter Schurmann, Ethnicmediaservices.org | Gorodenkoff / shutterstock.com  A pair of voter surveys released this week offer some encouraging news for the Harris camp just two weeks out from the November 5 election. Both polls show strong support for the Democratic candidate among voters of color in key swing states. With Harris and Trump locked […]

Vance Reiterates Pledge to Make TPS Holders and Other Long-Term Residents with Legal Status Deportable in Trump Second Term

Vance Reiterates Pledge to Make TPS Holders and Other Long-Term Residents with Legal Status Deportable in Trump Second Term

Editorial credit: Maxim Elramsisy/ shutterstock.com  Washington, DC — At campaign events in Arizona yesterday, JD Vance again made clear that a Trump second term would seek to make as many people as possible eligible for deportation – including those here with legal status such as TPS. As The New York Times reported in “Vance Vows an End […]

Why Donald Trump is Unfit to Lead

Why Donald Trump is Unfit to Lead

An In-Depth Analysis of Why Former President Trump is Unfit to Lead, with Moral, Legal, and Religious Justifications, and the Role of Vice President Harris from a Logical Perspective By AI | Editorial Credit: wadstock / shutterstock.com Why President Trump is Unfit to Lead the United States (Using His Own Words) Dangerous Rhetoric and Incitement […]

Entrepreneurship in Beauty and Wellness: Analysis and Cultural Impact

Entrepreneurship in Beauty and Wellness: Analysis and Cultural Impact

By Pearl Phillip | Editorial credit: AnnaStills / shutterstock.com  The beauty and wellness industries have seen a significant rise in entrepreneurship over the past decade, driven by a global shift toward self-care, mental well-being, and the pursuit of holistic health. Entrepreneurs entering these industries are not only responding to consumer demands for innovative products and […]

Should I Get a Divorce? 7 Signs It Might Be the Best Option

Should I Get a Divorce? 7 Signs It Might Be the Best Option

Editorial credit: shisu_ka / shutterstock.com  Marriage is a lifelong commitment filled with ups and downs. It’s normal to experience difficulties in any long-term relationship. However, not all problems are fleeting or easily solved. Sometimes, couples face significant issues that question whether continuing the marriage is in their best interest. If you’re in such a situation, […]

The Origins of Birthright Citizenship in the United States, Explained

The Origins of Birthright Citizenship in the United States, Explained

By Laila Khan, IMMIGRATION IMPACT | Editorial credit: 5 second Studio / shutterstock.com  The American Immigration Council does not endorse or oppose candidates for elected office. We aim to provide analysis regarding the implications of the election on the U.S. immigration system. For over a century, the United States has applied the principle of jus soli, […]

Remembering Lilly Ledbetter: A Champion for Gender Pay Equity

Remembering Lilly Ledbetter: A Champion for Gender Pay Equity

Photo by A.I  Lilly Ledbetter, a pivotal figure in the fight for gender pay equity, passed away. Ledbetter died of respiratory failure, her family said in a statement Sunday, October 13, 2024. “Lilly Ledbetter passed away peacefully last night at the age of 86. She was surrounded by her family and loved ones. Our mother […]

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