Oppression and Privilege

Issue Of The Week XIII: Immigration Reform

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Authored by: 
Janice S. Ellis Ph.D.

Immigration reform continues to be one of the most pressing and politically sensitive domestic issues that America faces. It is estimated that more than twelve million illegal immigrants live and work the United States. While different measures are being taken to stop the influx of more immigrants, one imminent and pressing question is: What should be done with the illegal immigrants that are already here?

ISSUE OF THE WEEK XII: A Tale Of Two Families — An American Journey

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Authored by: 
Janice S. Ellis Ph.D.

As we commence — yet again — to celebrate black history month, it might serve us well to pause and put a few things in perspective if we ever hope to achieve a society where there will be no need for a black history month. When we will no longer need to have a special designation to celebrate the contributions of any race or ethnic group.

Conversation IX: Deconstructing The Iceberg — Post-Racial America, The Problem Of The Twenty-First Century

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Authored by: 
Jamila Aisha Brown

Synopsis


When icebergs collide, the first impact occurs below the surface. Similarly, conflicts regarding racial/ethnic differences clash beneath the surface of one’s complexion. Despite the presence of an African-American president in office racial, ethnic, and religious tensions in the country are running high. The fallacious image of a placid racially harmonious iceberg hinders the United States’ ability to address the collisions occurring below its surface.

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