Democratic governor rejected slavery reparations bill, yet other Democrats in his state have now sustained it.
Maryland Moves Forward with Slave Reparations Commission Maryland is set to create a new commission focused on studying reparations for slavery following prolonged debates in the legislature. The Maryland General Assembly, on Tuesday, successfully overrode Democratic Governor Wes Moore’s veto of legislation aimed at establishing this commission. The Senate passed the override with a vote […]
Maryland lawmakers overturn veto to establish a reparations commission
Maryland’s Reparations Commission Bill Override The Maryland General Assembly took a significant step on Tuesday by overriding Governor Wes Moore’s veto of a bill aimed at establishing a reparations commission. This marks the beginning of an official effort to address the historical impacts of slavery and racism in the state. The Senate passed the measure […]
Pastor supporting reparations claims America was ‘born in political violence’ aims for Crockett’s House seat
The pastor of progressive Representative Jasmine Crockett, who is known for her strong stance on reparations and once claimed that America was “born in political violence,” is running as a Democrat to succeed her in Texas’ 30th Congressional District. The Rev. Frederick Douglass Haines III, a pastor and social justice advocate from Dallas, is set […]
Researcher on reparations who calls the economy racist joins Mamdani’s economic council
New York City Mayor-elect Names Transition Team Focused on Economic Justice Mayor-elect Zoran Mamdani of New York City has introduced an economic and workforce development transition team, spearheaded by reparations advocate Darick Hamilton. This team will explore the disparities in the U.S. economy and governmental policies, which they deem reflect systemic racism. Hamilton, an Oberlin […]
Governor Moore states that the time for studying reparations has ended and supports taking immediate action.
Governor Wes Moore Advocates for Immediate Action on Reparations Governor Wes Moore of Maryland recently expressed his belief that the time for further research on reparations has passed. During an interview with radio host Charlamagne the God, Moore emphasized the need for immediate steps to support Black communities, indicating a shift from discussion to action. […]
Gavin Newsom Approves Legislation to Establish Reparations System
California Governor Approves New Agency for Slave Descendants’ Programs Governor Gavin Newsom (D-Calif.) has signed a bill establishing a new state agency aimed at overseeing programs for the descendants of slaves. This initiative is part of his ongoing commitment to promote reparations policies, despite facing political hurdles and financial constraints. This action reflects Newsom’s determination […]
Bolivia’s Socialist President Calls for Worldwide ‘Reparations for Colonialism’ in Last U.N. Speech
Bolivian President’s Farewell Speech at UNGA In his final remarks at the UN General Assembly (UNGA) on Thursday, Bolivia’s socialist president, Luis Arce, highlighted the “death threat” facing Latin America due to ongoing anti-narcotics operations in international Caribbean waters. He condemned this situation as part of a larger issue affecting the region. Arce is expected […]
California Approves Reparations in College Admissions, in Spite of Prop 209
Recently, the California Legislature approved a bill aimed at providing compensation to descendants of enslaved individuals through targeted university admissions. The bill, AB 7, mandates that the California State University, University of California, independent colleges, and private secondary schools consider giving admissions preference to those who can directly trace their lineage to people subjected to […]
African Union Supports Reparations for Slavery Due to Past Wrongdoings
African Union Joins Call for Reparations from Former Colonial Powers The African Union has aligned itself with a growing movement seeking reparations from former colonial powers for historical injustices, notably slavery. This was highlighted during a recent summit in Ethiopia, where the African Union and the Caribbean Community (Caricom) united in their demands. With 55 […]
Iran Seeks ‘Reparations for Damages’ to Nuclear Facilities
Iran’s Foreign Minister Discusses Nuclear Development Damages In a recent interview, Iran’s Foreign Minister, Abbas Araghchi, shared that future diplomatic conversations with the United States will necessitate discussions around “damages” to nuclear development sites, particularly after Iran approved an airstrike targeting such facilities during President Trump’s tenure. This comes amid ongoing tensions following military actions […]