On one of the windiest and coldest mornings in recent weeks demonstrators are demanding Eric Gardner Grand Jury transparency and the public release of all records from the proceedings.
Civil Rights articles on Democracy Chronicles
Here you can find the latest news on civil rights as they pertain to democratic rights. Protecting individual freedom from infringement by governments is key to democratic progress. Across the world, these basic rights are too often in doubt. Also see our section on American democracy and our articles on the Civil Rights Era in the United States.
Why Our Rights Are Non-Negotiable
Like the attacks on the WTC on 9/11, this idea that it’s people’s rights that are somehow up for debate should scare the living shit out of the public. The people have been trained to negotiate our rights but these rights are non-negotiable!
David, Goliath and the Deaths of Unarmed Black Men
In light of the recent protests calling attention to the deaths of unarmed black men at the hands of police, I recall photos of fishermen in small boats braving huge military ships during the Navy occupation of the Island of Vieques.
Ferguson Protests Spread Nationwide Then Globally
African-American community reels from officer court ruling as Ferguson protests spread nationwide
Even Under Obama, Whites Get Most Presidential Pardons
In demonstration of entrenchment of discrimination, whites get most Presidential pardons under Obama’s watch too
Racism, Crowdfunding and Ferguson Minority Voting
Why a pro-police and anti-protest fundraising campaign run through GoFundMe crowdfunding and Ferguson’s recent civil discord are linked in a recent controversy
Worrisome Numbers Behind Ferguson Racial Tensions
In majority African-American town, government does not reflect population and feeds Ferguson racial tensions
Texas Voter ID Trial With National Implications Begins
Future of minority voting after Supreme Court ruling on Voting Rights Act to be determined in Texas voter ID trial
Historic Indiana Church Marks Civil Rights Act Anniversary
Services and celebrations in New Albany, Illinois mark the anniversary of the Civil Rights Act inside a local historic church that was a stop on the Underground Railroad for slaves escaping from the pre-Civil War South
Famous African-Americans Joining Ferguson Protest
Reflecting diversity of community, many non-political African-American celebrities are joining Ferguson protest debate from perspectives that often clash with traditional narratives