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How Extreme Heat Threatens Black Renters, and What Policymakers Can Do to Fix It
November 7, 2023Reparative climate policy is needed that minimizes the impacts of climate change in ways that recognize how they are connected to a history of unjust & racially discriminatory policies. By Hannah Stephens, Manann Donoghoe, and Andre M. Perry,...
Building a More Inclusive Agenda: A Survey of Congressional Priorities Across Race — Racial Equity Priorities
October 31, 2023The Joint Center for Political and Economic Studies and NORC at the University of Chicago conducted a nationwide survey to identify and assess attitudes towards racial equity and policymaking. By LaShonda Brenson, Ph.D. and Kimberly Victor, Joint...
To Improve Our Health, Change Our Story
October 23, 2023Check out the recent article by Word in Black, "To Improve Our Health, Change Our Story," which features Dr. Gail C. Christopher and her work to change the narrative surrounding race in America to improve the health outcomes of Black people. By...
Black and Brown Beast Cancer Survivors Spread Message of Advocacy: ‘Keep That Appointment’
October 18, 2023The current healthcare system disproportionately denies Black and Brown women access to quality healthcare. We must bridge the gap to ensure health equity for all women in our communities. By Mariah Rush, Chicago Sun Times (Read...
Americans Prioritize Unity and Racial Healing Over Divisive Rhetoric, Poll Finds
October 13, 2023Check out the recent article by Washington Informer that features NCHE's Poll "Heart of America Annual Survey: A Call for Unity and the Power of Racial Healing!" By WI Web Staff, Washington Informer (Read...
Viola Fletcher Waited 102 Years for Reparations. She’s Still Waiting.
October 5, 2023The Tulsa Massacre of 1921 is an undeniable reminder of the persistent racism and systemic oppression that has existed for far too long. It's time to pay attention, recognize the need for reparations, and ensure justice is served. By Wesley...
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Why Hispanic Heritage Month Remains Vital and Relevant
September 26, 2023"Hispanic Heritage Month remains relevant, valuable, and important. By raising awareness about Latino achievements, it promotes greater understanding among all Americans. And that is certainly worthy of celebration." By Raul A. Reyes, The...
Johnson Unveils City Reforms to Fight Environmental Racism
September 22, 2023This is more evidence of the value of the organizing work of the people on the Southeast Side and NCHE's CHE Cook County/ HMPRG solidarity work at their side! By Brett Chase, Chicago Sun times (Read...
Visualizing the Racial Wealth Gap
September 19, 2023Undeniably, discrimination, structural inequality, and biases in institutions are the root causes of the vast racial wealth gap in the United States. By Ricardo Mimbela & Katie Duarte, ACLU (Read...