Empty Gesture: San Francisco Establishes Reparations for Black Residents, Allocates $0 to Fund
In December, San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie signed an ordinance aimed at creating a reparations fund that could potentially allot up to $5 million to each qualified Black resident, despite admitting that the city lacks the necessary funds to support such an initiative. This measure was passed in mid-December with unanimous approval from the San […]
San Francisco Sets Up Reparations Fund, Yet Lacks Funding for It
San Francisco’s mayor has signed a bill establishing a fund that aims to offer $5 million in restitution to each qualifying Black resident of the city. Yet, the funding source is not as straightforward as a simple signature. The new legislation, approved by Mayor Daniel Lurie shortly before Christmas, creates a reparations fund recommended by […]
Daniel Lurie establishes a fund for reparations for Black residents in San Francisco.
San Francisco Creates Reparations Fund San Francisco’s mayor has officially signed a new ordinance that lays the groundwork for a “reparations fund.” This fund has the potential to offer up to $5 million to each eligible black resident, addressing claims of historical discrimination and displacement. The measure, which received approval from the Board of Supervisors […]
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 […]