Peace/Non-Violence
Monday, July 1, 2024
Expert: America's erosion of democracy has accelerated
A political expert known for his research on authoritarian regimes says American democracy is threatened by minority rule, which is enshrined in the …
Civil rights groups press for bills to rethink public safety
Social justice groups are pressing Congress to pass a series of bills to rethink public safety in the U.S. The new 2024 Community Safety Legislative …
Proposal would make MI State Capitol a 'gun-free zone'
If two Michigan lawmakers have their way, there will be fewer locations in the state where people are allowed to carry firearms. State Sen…
NY group offers resources for student protestors, bystanders
New York groups are providing student protesters with resources to help sustain demonstrations safely and peacefully, as the war between Israel and …
Ohio student protestors say their movement is gaining momentum
After hundreds of Ohio students gathered at Kent State University over the weekend to protest the conflict in Gaza, on the 54th anniversary of …
Northeastern University students, staff condemn arrests, charges of antisemitism
Students and faculty at Northeastern University are demanding their school issue a public apology for what they say are false charges of antisemitism …
Campus protests opposing war in Gaza grow across CA
Massive protests and tent encampments opposing the war in Gaza are growing at universities across California, with classes canceled at the University …
2023 tax receipt breaks down nation’s spending priorities
As many Wyomingites await their 2023 federal income tax refunds, a new National Priorities Project report breaks down how the money they won't get …
ACLU of TX concerned about arrests at pro-Palestinian demonstrations
The American Civil Liberties Union of Texas says it is monitoring protests at college campuses, after almost 60 students protesting the Israeli-…
MI Indigenous group uses art to show solidarity with Palestinians
Some Indigenous groups in Michigan want to draw parallels to their own historic struggles and those of Palestinians in Gaza and they are doing it thro…
IN Rape crisis center opens to reduce assault cases, heighten attention
The Me Too movement prompted sexual abuse victims to come forward with their allegations of rape and harassment. Yet, the increase in these …
In politics, women candidates bear brunt of hateful threats, harassment
Wisconsin women have made progress in closing gaps when it comes to being elected to public office. But some voices worry the movement might slow …