‘Second Chances’: Racist Law Preventing Citizenship for Black Immigrants Leaves Man Fighting His Case From Afar

‘Second Chances’: Racist Law Preventing Citizenship for Black Immigrants Leaves Man Fighting His Case From Afar

By Liz Vinson, SPL Center After being deported, Kelvin Silva said he sometimes finds himself lying on the floor of his apartment, crying. He’s lonely – and alone. He’s scared, knowing that he’s fighting an uphill battle to gain U.S. citizenship and return home to North Carolina. Silva – who identifies as Black and Latino […]

‘An Ingrained Fear for Your Life.’ Black Men Say They Understand Why Jayland Walker Fled Police

‘An Ingrained Fear for Your Life.’ Black Men Say They Understand Why Jayland Walker Fled Police

Manhattan, New York/united States – May 11 2020: Protest Against Police Brutality, Violence and Racism. (Shutterstock) By Nicquel Terry Ellis, CNN Kerwin Webb said he knows the terror that young Black men experience when being pulled over by police. Webb said tensions are often high and adrenaline is rushing because in too many cases, Black […]

Congressional Black Caucus Hold Press Conference Following Senate Confirmation Vote on Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson

Congressional Black Caucus Hold Press Conference Following Senate Confirmation Vote on Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson

Photo by Wikicago “I had the pleasure of speaking with Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson earlier this month and it became immediately clear why President Biden chose her. Her words, actions, and readiness clearly demonstrate that she has been preparing for this moment her entire life. From her work on the United States Court of Appeals for […]

Immigration Justice is Black Justice

Immigration Justice is Black Justice

WASHINGTON, DC – MAY 1, 2021: Marchers demanding the Biden administration make progress on immigration reform, including TPS head to a rally near the Capitol. March began at Black Lives Matter Plaza. (Shutterstock) By Civil Rights Last month, a crowd rallied outside the White House. Their chants and signs directed a powerful message toward the […]