Stop and Frisk Gets Renewed Attention in Bloomberg Candidacy

REGINA GARCIA CANO and JENNIFER PELTZ / The Associated Press Feb 16, 2020 Many of those accosted by police during the tactic's surge in New York, 80% of whom were black or Latino, remain psychologically affected. Dig deeper ( 5 Min. Read )

Bloomberg Apologizes for ‘Stop-and-Frisk’ Police Practice

BRIAN SLODYSKO / The Associated Press Nov 18, 2019 Efforts by ex-New York mayor mulling a Democratic presidential run to undo damage to a generation of people of color are met skeptically. Dig deeper ( 4 Min. Read )

Landmark Istanbul Mayoral Loss a Blow to Turkey’s Erdogan

ZEYNEP BILGINSOY and DEREK GATOPOULOS / The Associated Press Jun 23, 2019 Unofficial results show opposition candidate with a clear majority in revote, which experts say will increase pressure on the ruling party. Dig deeper ( 3 Min. Read )

Former NYC Mayor Bloomberg Won’t Run for President in 2020

STEVE PEOPLES AND JULIE PACE / THE ASSOCIATED PRESS Mar 5, 2019 After mulling a possible run for months, the billionaire media owner announced his decision on Tuesday. Dig deeper ( 3 Min. Read )

In Policy and Practice, California Is Showing Up Our President

Bill Boyarsky / Truthdig Sep 18, 2018 The Golden State is leading by example in tackling some of the era’s most pressing issues and pushing back on an oppressive administration. Dig deeper ( 4 Min. Read )

Remembering Ron Dellums: Congressman and Anti-War Activist Led With His Principles

Staff / Truthdig Jul 31, 2018 The rare example of an activist politician able to work effectively from within the American political system, Dellums distinguished himself by taking strong stances about divisive issues in America and on the global stage. Dig deeper ( 2 Min. Read )

If You’re a Protester in Chicago, Big Brother Is Watching You

By Mick Dumke / ProPublica Jun 12, 2018 The Rahm Emanuel administration has continued the city's long, troubled history of snooping on groups exercising their First Amendment rights—and now state legislators want to let it use drones. Dig deeper ( 6 Min. Read )

NYC Mayor Bill de Blasio Begins Second Term

The Associated Press Jan 1, 2018 Sen. Bernie Sanders administers the oath of office in an outdoor ceremony held in freezing weather at City Hall Park. De Blasio declares that the "deepest, truest stakeholders of this town" are the working people. Dig deeper ( 2 Min. Read )

Baltimore Takes Down Confederate Monuments Overnight

Emily Wells / Truthdig Aug 16, 2017 Baltimore Mayor Catherine Pugh said she was acting in the "best interest" of her city by ordering the statues removed. Dig deeper ( 3 Min. Read )

Tom Hayden Fought for the Rights of All Living Things

Bill Boyarsky / Truthdig Oct 29, 2016 The progressive activist compiled an impressive record in California and local politics—from 18 years in the state Capitol to a variety of community crusades. Even shelter animals benefited from his work. Dig deeper ( 4 Min. Read )

Louisiana Reporter Arrested for ‘Trespassing’ While Trying to Access Public Records

Emma Niles / Truthdig Mar 27, 2016 Local news station WBRZ filed a legal request for documents, but investigative reporter Chris Nakamoto was put in handcuffs after he arrived at City Hall. Dig deeper ( 2 Min. Read )

The Shocking, Unacceptable Levels of Hunger and Homelessness in American Cities

By Kali Holloway / AlterNet Dec 23, 2015 A new report looks at the issue in 22 cities across the country. Dig deeper ( 2 Min. Read )