Land and the roots of African-American poverty
Source: Aeon
Read this article to learn how inequalities were perpetuated after slavery was abolished. Consider this researcher’s opinions on generational wealth and systemic poverty.
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American Descendents
Source: Smithsonian Magazine
View one photographer’s powerful photo series where he recreates portraits of famous Americans with their descendants.
How America Thought About Refugees 70 Years Ago
Source: Bunk
Read a current journalist’s thoughts on journalism of the past as it pertains to sentiments on refugees.
Discover the power of micro-volunteering and recharge your batteries by doing good
Source: Kinder
| Looking for ways to pass the time while traditional volunteer opportunities may not be available? Read about micro-volunteering opportunities that you can do straight from your smartphone or computer. |
Big Food Is Boosted by All Our Pandemic Snacking
Source: Treehugger
While some companies are struggling during the pandemic, major snack companies are bringing in unforeseen profits.
A new way to “grow” islands and coastlines
Source: TED
Watch: What if we could harness the power generated by waves to restore eroding shorelines? Designer Skylar Tibbits and his team are testing the theory.
Fires, orchestras, parachutes. Some other ways to describe coronavirus — besides war.
Source: The World
Listen: Metaphors used to describe the pandemic are so powerful, they can increase our fear and frustration.
Extreme photo of the week
Source: National Geographic
Explore some of National Geographic’s highlighted adventure photos.
Washington’s NFL team drops ‘Redskins’ name after 87 years
Source: AP News
Washington’s NFL team retires “Redskins” name after decades of criticisms in the wake of recent racial injustices.
With a gay protagonist, Pixar short ‘Out’ makes history
Source: AP News
Animator Steven Hunter is proud to be a part of Pixar’s first film containing an LGBTQ protagonist.