Rising Costs, Fading Promises: Why Gen Z Is Rethinking the Value of College
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Rising Costs, Fading Promises: Why Gen Z Is Rethinking the Value of College

Gen-Z is being priced out of higher education. 

According to the Education Data Initiative, tuition costs for both public and private universities are increasing. Not only is the cost of tuition rising, but it is outpacing inflation.

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Op-Ed: The Impact of Censorship on Marginalized Communities
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Op-Ed: The Impact of Censorship on Marginalized Communities

On June 27, the Supreme Court overturned a lower court decision out of Montgomery County, Maryland. The Supreme Court, in a 6-3 decision, [MC1] ruled that parents must be given the option to opt their children out of classroom reading that features gay or transgender characters for faith-based reasons.

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Labor tensions in Richmond, Va., highlight the Anti-Black nature of Union Laws
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Labor tensions in Richmond, Va., highlight the Anti-Black nature of Union Laws

On April 25, five Richmond Public School (RPS) bus drivers were fired after calling out of work to gather outside Richmond City Hall to advocate for overtime pay for performing after school runs.

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Op-Ed: Why Are Black Americans Always Expected to Be the Nation’s Saviors?
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Op-Ed: Why Are Black Americans Always Expected to Be the Nation’s Saviors?

We’re all we’ve got.

Since the beginning of this country’s history, Black Americans have been on the front lines fighting against racism, injustice and inequality in every form. From slavery to segregation, from fighting for the right to vote to enduring microaggressions in the workplace, our struggle for freedom has never truly ended.

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Jasmine Crockett: A Relentless Force for Black Justice and Political Power

Jasmine Crockett: A Relentless Force for Black Justice and Political Power

From the courtroom to the Capitol, U.S. Rep. Jasmine Crockett has carved out a legacy defined by courage, conviction and an unrelenting commitment to justice.

A civil rights attorney turned congresswoman, Crockett’s career has been rooted in a singular mission.


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Behind The Scenes of the No Kings protest in Richmond, Virginia
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Behind The Scenes of the No Kings protest in Richmond, Virginia

Last weekend, as Donald Trump held a parade to celebrate his 79th birthday, millions across the country joined together in protest of recent I.C.E raids, the deployment of the National Guard in California and other human rights violations–particularly impacting communities of color and the queer community.

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